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Catalog 2012-2013 
    
Catalog 2012-2013 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

English

  
  • ENGL 213 - Technical Writing


    3 Credits.

    Offers instruction and practice in planning and producing documents that deal with corporate, technological, and scientific subjects; focuses on the writing process with an emphasis on creating clear, concise, audience-directed prose. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or higher in ENGL 101 
  
  • ENGL 218 - African American Literature I


    3 Credits.

    Explores the portion of American literature created by African Americans, beginning with slavery to the Harlem Renaissance, and including the vernacular tradition.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101  with a grade of “C” or higher.
  
  • ENGL 219 - African American Literature II


    3 Credits.

    Explores the portion of American literature created by African Americans, from the Harlem Renaissance to the 21st century, and including the vernacular tradition.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101  with a grade of “C” or higher.
  
  • ENGL 224 - Literature by Women


    3 Credits.

    Introduces a wide array of written texts produced by women around the world; covers how women writers in different historical, cultural, and geographical contexts have used language and literature to communicate and question their experiences. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Same As: WMST 224 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
    Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or higher in ENGL 101 
  
  • ENGL 231 - Film and Television Writing


    3 Credits.

    Presents screenings of important films and television programs illustrating the script writer’s craft. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): MCOM 111  and Grade of “C” or higher in ENGL 101  or written permission from instructor
  
  • ENGL 239 - Business Communications


    3 Credits.

    Focuses on three aspects of effective business communications: the written, the oral, and the visual (with emphasis on the written). Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Same As: MNGT 239. Credit can be earned for one course only.
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101  with a grade of “C” or better and RDNG 52  or ESOL 54 .
  
  • ENGL 241 - Major Figures


    3 Credits.

    Provides an intensive study of the works of a single writer or two or three related writers. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” of higher in ENGL 101 
  
  • ENGL 242 - Modern Literature


    3 Credits.

    Provides a detailed study and analysis of selected works of modern Western literature, written from 1850 to 1950. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or higher in ENGL 101 
  
  • ENGL 243 - Contemporary Literature


    3 Credits.

    Explores selected works of contemporary Western literature from 1950 to the present. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or higher in ENGL 101 
  
  • ENGL 244 - Adv Comp:Analysis/Pract Style


    3 Credits.

  
  • ENGL 247 - Advanced Creative Writing Workshop


    3 Credits.

    ENGL 247 continues the objectives introduced in ENGL 209 , with comprehensive study in poetry, non-fiction, and short story projects. Students are expected to participate in intensive workshops and create multiple drafts of each project through the peer editing and revision process. The class will culminate in a final presentation and reading of work. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 209  with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • ENGL 248 - Creative Themes in Writing


    3 Credits.

    ENGL 248 introduces students to various special topics with the genre of Creative Writing. Examples include: Travel Writing; Memoir; The Art of the Essay; and Novel Writing. The course is designed to facilitate writing workshops with a given genre and includes readings from various writers. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 209  with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • ENGL 249 - Creative Writing: Capstone Portfolio


    3 Credits.

    ENGL 249 culminates the various required writing courses taken under the requirements for a transfer pattern in Creative Writing. Within this Independent Study project, the student is partnered with a faculty mentor in his or her final semester, preparing a polished and representative portfolio of work completed during the AA in English program. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of 18 credits, including ENGL 209 , in the A.A. in Creative Writing.
  
  • ENGL 250 - Shakespeare


    3 Credits.

    Examines plays and sonnets, focusing on Shakespeare’s major themes, his career as a dramatist, and the principal critical perspectives from which his work is viewed. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or higher in ENGL 101 
  
  • ENGL 251 - Studies in Poetry


    3 Credits.

    Explores poetry with emphasis on history, theme, topic, or trend. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or higher in ENGL 101  or written permission from instructor
  
  • ENGL 252 - Studies in Short Fiction


    3 Credits.

    Explores short fiction from diverse perspectives; emphasizes literary research and critical reading and writing. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or higher ENGL 101 
  
  • ENGL 253 - Studies in the Novel


    3 Credits.

    Explores the novel from diverse perspectives; emphasizes literary research and critical reading and writing. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or higher ENGL 101 
  
  • ENGL 254 - Contemporary Themes in Literature


    3 Credits.

    Explores a specific literary, social, or historical theme through selected readings—fiction, essays, letters, autobiography, poetry, and drama. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or higher ENGL 101 
  
  • ENGL 255 - World Drama:Aeschylus-Turgenev


    3 Credits.

  
  • ENGL 257 - Introduction to Fiction


    3 Credits.

  
  • ENGL 258 - Modern Drama: Ibsen to Albee


    3 Credits.

  
  • ENGL 259 - Multicultural Literature in America


    3 Credits.

    Enables students to study and analyze forms of literary works by minority writers representing various ethnic backgrounds in the United States. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or higher ENGL 101  or consent from the instructor
  
  • ENGL 260 - Holocaust Literature


    3 Credits.

    Explores memory, the role of the writer, and controversies about fictionalizing the Holocaust. It focuses on the moral, philosophical, and cultural legacy if these terrible events as presented through the artistic imagination. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or higher in ENGL 101 
  
  • ENGL 263 - Travel Study


    3 Credits.


English as a Second Language

  
  • ESOL 22 - Basic ESOL Grammar and Communication


    0 Credits. 6 Billable Hours

    Designed to help students write and communicate using beginning-level English grammar. Students learn and practice grammar structures in listening, speaking, reading, and writing contexts. Beginning-level grammar provides a foundation for the development of oral fluency and academic language skills. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must be assessed according to the college’s Assessment/Placement policy before entering the course.
  
  • ESOL 23 - Basic ESOL Writing


    0 Credits. 3 Billable Hours

    Develops basic writing skills. Students learn and practice simple English sentence patterns and the logical organization and sequencing of information in a paragraph. Students use basic-level grammar and vocabulary to write about topics related to their lives using basic paragraph organization. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must be assessed according to the college’s Assessment/Placement policy before entering.
  
  • ESOL 24 - Basic ESOL Reading


    0 Credits. 3 Billable Hours

    Develops beginning-level reading comprehension skills. High-interest reading material acquaints students with U.S. culture and demonstrates how grammar, sentence structure, and word choice make meaning in English. Instruction in comprehension, vocabulary, and basic organization provides a foundation for developing reading skills for the college classroom. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must be assessed according to the college’s Assessment/Placement policy before entering the course.
  
  • ESOL 32 - Intermediate Grammar and Communication


    0 Credits. 6 Billable Hours

    Builds on basic grammar from ESOL 22  and helps students use intermediate grammar accurately and fluently in speech and writing. Students learn and practice grammar structures in listening, speaking, reading, and writing contexts. Intermediate-level grammar strengthens and expands the foundation needed for the development of oral fluency and academic language skills. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): ESOL 22 , ESOL 23  and ESOL 24  or placement into ESOL 32  
  
  • ESOL 33 - Intermediate ESOL Writing


    0 Credits. 3 Billable Hours

    Develops intermediate writing skills. Students learn the stages of the writing process, the parts of the English paragraph, and basic paragraph organization. Complex sentence structure, intermediate grammar, and intermediate vocabulary are used to develop ideas according to the rules of English paragraph development. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): ESOL 22  or ESOL 46 and ESOL 23  and ESOL 24  or placement into ESOL 32 
  
  • ESOL 34 - Intermediate ESOL Reading


    0 Credits. 3 Billable Hours

    Develops intermediate vocabulary and reading comprehension skills. Students analyze how grammar, syntax, word choice, and organization are used to express meaning in intermediate texts and learn strategies to improve reading comprehension and expand vocabulary. Analyzing and responding to reading develops overall language skills and helps prepare students for college-level work. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): ESOL 22  or ESOL 46 and ESOL 23  and ESOL 24  or placement into ESOL 32 
  
  • ESOL 42 - Advanced Grammar and Communication


    0 Credits. 6 Billable Hours

    Designed to give students a comprehensive knowledge of English grammar. Advanced grammar is presented in a context that builds on and integrates lower level grammar structures. Grammar-based practice in all the skills areas promotes fluency in written and oral communication and sharpens language skills for academic and professional settings. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): ESOL 32 , ESOL 33  and ESOL 34  or placement into ESOL 42
  
  • ESOL 43 - Advanced ESOL Writing


    0 Credits. 3 Billable Hours

    Develops advanced writing skills with an emphasis on English paragraph development. Students learn to organize and present information according to English rhetorical patterns, to use the writing process, and to write paragraphs with unity and coherence using advanced grammar and sentence structure. Work in this course provides a foundation for academic writing in ESOL 052. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): ESOL 32  or ESOL 47, ESOL 33  and ESOL 34  or placement into ESOL 42 
  
  • ESOL 44 - Advanced ESOL Reading


    0 Credits. 3 Billable Hours

    Develops advanced vocabulary and reading comprehension skills for ESOL students. Students learn and practice strategies to improve comprehension and reading speed, expand vocabulary, and analyze written material in English using a variety of texts and activities. The language skills that students acquire through reading accelerate language development and help prepare ESOL students for college-level work. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): ESOL 32  or ESOL 47, ESOL 33  and ESOL 34  or placement into ESOL 42 
  
  • ESOL 52 - Academic English for Speakers of Other Languages


    0 Credits. 6 Billable Hours

    Develops the written English language skills necessary for success in college courses; provides instruction and practice in advanced mechanics, effective writing strategies, and paragraph and essay organization. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): ESOL 42 , ESOL 43  and ESOL 44  or placement into ESOL 52
  
  • ESOL 54 - Academic ESOL Reading


    0 Credits. 3 Billable Hours

    Develops the reading and vocabulary skills that ESOL students need to understand and analyze college reading materials. Students develop strategic reading and analytical skills, increased reading speed and fluency, and advanced level vocabulary using a variety of texts and activities. The skills that students acquire through reading enhance language development and complement and reinforce academic writing instruction in ESOL 052. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): ESOL 42 , ESOL 43  and ESOL 44  or placement into ESOL 52 
  
  • ESOL 96 - Pronunciation/Spoken Conversational ESOL


    0 Credits. 3 or 6 Billable Hours

    Develops communication skills ESOL students need to succeed in an academic and/or professional setting. The course presents learning strategies, which develop fluency in oral communication and accuracy in listening comprehension. A variety of interactive activities involve learners in practicing skills that can be applied in real-life situations. A highly structured approach to pronunciation focuses on the sounds, stress, rhythm, and intonation of English. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for ESOL 32  or above

Environmental Science

  
  • ENVS 101 - Introduction to Environmental Science


    3 Credits.

    Explores Earth’s natural systems, as well as how human activity affects the environment; students will apply the scientific method to investigate natural flows of chemicals, water and energy in terrestrial, aquatic, and atmospheric systems, and how humans impact these natural flows and systems. ENVS 101 and ENVS 102  satisfy the 4-credit General Education science requirement. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 52 , RDNG 52  and MATH 82 .
  
  • ENVS 102 - Introduction to Environmental Science Laboratory


    1 Credits.

    Provides students with hands-on laboratory experiences, field trips, and special assignments to demonstrate the principles, processes, techniques, and technologies of natural environmental systems and solutions. ENVS 101  and ENVS 102 satisfy the 4-credit General Education science requirement. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 52 , RDNG 52  and MATH 82 .
    Corequisite(s): ENVS 101
    Lab Fee: $30.00
  
  • ENVS 116 - Atmospheric Science and Air Quality Management


    3 Credits.

    Explores the basics of atmospheric chemistry and investigates how human activities are polluting and changing the global atmosphere; examines laws, regulations, and technologies designed to protect air quality as well as evaluate air sampling and monitoring procedures.

    Prerequisite(s): ENVS 101  or written permission from program coordinator required
  
  • ENVS 126 - Hydrospheric Science and Water Quality Management


    3 Credits.

    Examines how the global hydrosphere functions and investigates topics such as water composition, dynamics, supply, pollution, legislation, and treatment technologies.

    Prerequisite(s): ENVS 101  or written permission from program coordinator required
  
  • ENVS 142 - Environmental Law and Regulation


    3 Credits.

    Focuses on long-standing legislation such as the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, Superfund, and the Toxic Substance Control Act, as well as more recent programs such as Pollution Prevention Act and Brownfields; assesses the regulatory frameworks responsible for environmental regulations. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): ENVS 101  or written permission from program coordinator required
  
  • ENVS 143 - Hazardous Materials and Waste Management Laboratory


    1 Credits.

    Covers the required OSHA 29CFR 1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations training, which will qualify students to work on-site at environmental remediation and restoration operations.

    Prerequisite(s): ENVS 101  or written permission from program coordinator required
    Lab Fee: $30.00
  
  • ENVS 152 - Site Assessment, Remediation and Restoration


    3 Credits.

    Investigates pollution sources, fundamental principles of site assessment, and techniques, processes, and technologies commonly used to remediate and restore sites; covers how to assess the environmental parameters of a given site, develop site remediation plans, and review site remediation and restoration case studies.

    Prerequisite(s): ENVS 101  or written permission from program coordinator required
  
  • ENVS 153 - Environmental Policy, Economics and Management


    3 Credits.

    Explores real-world decision-making and delves into the complex array of legal, economic, and business factors that influence environmental issues; provides techniques to interpret, analyze, and weigh decision-making parameters as well as utilize conflict resolution and practical models of negotiation through research and case studies.

    Prerequisite(s): ENVS 101  or written permission from program coordinator required
  
  • ENVS 156 - Environmental Management Systems


    3 Credits.

    Focuses on pollution prevention techniques, processes, and technologies as well as environmental management systems; students will also delve into a host of related topics such as industrial ecology, waste minimization, chemical and material substitution, and alternative technologies.

    Prerequisite(s): ENVS 101  or written permission from program coordinator required
  
  • ENVS 166 - Energy and Technology


    3 Credits.

    Studies the language of energy, identifies basic energy system components, and investigates energy generation, transmission and distribution systems. Explores the fundamentals of energy consumption through analysis of energy use and its cost. The course will strike a balance between global energy flows and the details of energy use individuals. Other topics include the technology and infrastructure involved in energy use, the economics of energy use, and government policy regarding energy. Emphasis is placed on problem-solving and identifying ways to improve energy-efficiency through energy management at all levels. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): ENVS 101  and MATH 83  or placement testing at that level
  
  • ENVS 168 - Advanced Energy Technologies


    3 Credits.

    Explores advanced energy generation technologies such as solar, wind, geothermal, biomass, and fuel cells. Alternative energy distribution mechanisms, such as energy storage systems and off-peak production alternatives, will also be investigated. Students learn how to evaluate and select energy technologies, using lifecycle costing methodologies, as well as develop conversion and implementation strategies. Students learn how to assess the environmental, social, and economic impacts of various energy technology choices.

    Prerequisite(s): ENVS 101  and MATH 83  or placement testing at that level
  
  • ENVS 271 - Directed Practicum in Environmental Science


    1 to 6 Credits.

    Provides valuable applied worksite experience through a coordinated work experience with a private, non-profit or government environmental employer.

    Prerequisite(s): Written permission from program coordinator required
  
  • ENVS 272 - Directed Practicum in Environmental Science


    1 to 6 Credits.

    Provides valuable applied worksite experience through a coordinated work experience with a private, non-profit or government environmental employer.

    Prerequisite(s): Written permission from program coordinator required
  
  • ENVS 273 - Directed Practicum in Environmental Science


    1 to 6 Credits.

    Provides valuable applied worksite experience through a coordinated work experience with a private, non-profit or government environmental employer. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): Written permission from program coordinator required
  
  • ENVS 274 - Directed Practicum in Environmental Science


    1 to 6 Credits.

    Provides valuable applied worksite experience through a coordinated work experience with a private, non-profit or government environmental employer.

    Prerequisite(s): Written permission from program coordinator required
  
  • ENVS 275 - Directed Practicum in Environmental Science


    1 to 6 Credits.

    Provides valuable applied worksite experience through a coordinated work experience with a private, non-profit or government environmental employer.

    Prerequisite(s): Written permission from program coordinator required
  
  • ENVS 276 - Directed Practicum in Environmental Science


    1 to 6 Credits.

    Provides valuable applied worksite experience through a coordinated work experience with a private, non-profit or government environmental employer.

    Prerequisite(s): Written permission from program coordinator required

Fine and Performing Arts

  
  • FAPA 100 - Introduction to Fine and Performing Arts


    3 Credits.

    Provides students with the broad appreciation for all of the creative arts through the exposure to the arts provided in this unique interdisciplinary course. This course introduces students to the areas of dance, music, theatre, and visual arts through an exploration and study of representative works in each art genre. Students will learn to appreciate, critique, and create works of art. They will attend live performances and art exhibits in addition to classroom work. Note: This course satisfies the Arts and Humanities General Education Requirement as well as the requirement for those pursuing the Associate of Arts in Teaching (A.A.T.) degree for Elementary Education. This course was ARTS 100 prior to spring, 2009. Earn credit for one course only. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 52  or ESOL 52  and RDNG 52  or ESOL 54 

     

  
  • FAPA 263 - Travel Studies


    3 Credits.

    Examines the physical elements of geography, including the Earth in its orbit, the nature and distribution of landforms, the elements of weather and climate, soils, vegetation, the Earth’s shape, plate tectonics, landscape building and erosion. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 52  or ESOL 52 ; RDNG 52  or ESOL 54 ; and MATH 82 

     


Geography

  
  • GEOG 101 - Introduction to Physical Geography


    3 Credits.

    Examines the physical elements of geography, including the Earth in its orbit, the nature and distribution of landforms, the elements of weather and climate, soils, vegetation, the Earth’s shape, plate tectonics, landscape building and erosion. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 52  or ESOL 52 ; RDNG 52  or ESOL 54 ; and MATH 82 
  
  • GEOG 102 - Introduction to Cultural Geography


    3 Credits.

    Studies the distribution of cultures which have evolved through time in particular regions of the world; traces the development of geographical landscapes and culture groups from an evolutionary viewpoint. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 52  or ESOL 54 
  
  • GEOG 111 - World Regional Geography


    3 Credits.

    Examines the growth of the global political geography and the interactions among various countries and regions of the world. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 52  or ESOL 54 
  
  • GEOG 131 - Historical Geography of Maryland


    3 Credits.

    Studies the physical and cultural environments in Maryland and their effect on the population, both historically and currently, through a survey emphasizing topography, climate, economy, and social characteristics of the state. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 52  and RDNG 52  or ESOL 54 
  
  • GEOG 133 - Geography of the United States and Canada


    3 Credits.

    Studies the physical and cultural characteristics of the United States and Canada and covers the physical and climactic regions; population; agricultural, minerals, forests, and water resources; and manufacturing and trade patterns. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 52  and RDNG 52  or ESOL 54 
  
  • GEOG 141 - Introduction to Oceanography


    3 Credits.

    Introduces students to the physical, chemical, biological, and geological aspects of the oceans and to the methods and techniques of research; explores dynamic processes shaping and affecting the Earth and its oceans with respect to marine populations. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Same As: ERSC 141 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 52  or ESOL 52 ; RDNG 52  or ESOL 54 ; and MATH 82 
  
  • GEOG 142 - Oceanography Laboratory


    1 Credits.

    Gives students experience in working with oceanographic data and techniques; discusses determination of chemical and physical properties of seawater, investigations of biological communities, and examination of coastal and shoreline features. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Same As: GEOG 142. Credit can be earned for one course only.
    Prerequisite(s): ERSC 141  (concurrent or previous)
    Lab Fee: $30.00

Geospatial Applications

  
  • GEOA 100 - Seeing the World: Geospatial Science and Spatial Reasoning


    3 Credits.

    Introduces students to the fundamental concepts of Geographic Information Science and Technology (GIS&T) including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), cartography, remote sensing, and spatial analysis. This course explores how geospatial technologies are used in addressing human and environmental issues such as real estate, business and marketing, criminal justice, environmental and earth science, engineering, geography, history, health and nutrition and computer science. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 52  or ESOL 52  and RDNG 52  or ESOL 54  and MATH 82 

     

  
  • GEOA 101 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems


    3 Credits.

    Introduces students to the concepts, science, and theory of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and geospatial analysis. Students work with the leading software and technology in the field of geospatial analysis and get hands-on experience using the latest version of ArcGIS. Students master sufficient introductory concepts and skills to develop, complete, and present a GIS project. 2 lecture hours (this course is delivered in a combination lecture and lab format) and 3 lab hours. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Same As: CADD 154 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 51  or ESOL 42  and RDNG 51  or ESOL 44 
    Lab Fee: $30.00
  
  • GEOA 110 - Intermediate Geographic Information Systems


    4 Credits.

    Extends the initial Geographic Information Systems (GIS) skills developed in GEOA 101  into real-world situations enabling students to determine a specific objective, acquire data, incorporate the data in a GIS project, analyze the project, and present results and conclusions. Open to students who have some GIS experience and wish to expand their skills. Utilizes primarily ESRI ArcView software. 3 lecture hours and 3 lab hours. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOA 101  or written permission from instructor required
    Lab Fee: $30.00
  
  • GEOA 150 - Remote Sensing and Global Positioning for GIS


    3 Credits.

    Introduces the concepts of remote sensing, use of the Global Positioning System (GPS) and interpretation of the collected information by the use of Geographic Information Systems. It covers sensors operating in the visible, infrared, and microwave range of the electro-magnetic spectrum. The use of imaging GIS software for manipulation and image processing of digital satellite data is also emphasized. 2 lecture hours and 3 lab hours. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOA 110  or written permission from instructor required
    Lab Fee: 30
  
  • GEOA 181 - Cooperative Education: Geospatial Applications


    1 Credits.

    Provides opportunity for application and expansion of Geospatial skills in a paid practical experience. Credit is based on the total number of hours worked and the attainment of objectives. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): GEOA 110  or consent of instructor. Written permission from program coordinator must be submitted for registration.
  
  • GEOA 182 - Cooperative Educations: Geospatial Applications


    2 Credits.

    Provides opportunity for application and expansion of Geospatial skills in a paid practical experience. Credit is based on the total number of hours worked and the attainment of objectives. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): GEOA 110  or consent of instructor. Written permission from program coordinator must be submitted for registration.
  
  • GEOA 183 - Cooperative Education: Geospatial Applications


    3 Credits.

    Provides opportunity for application and expansion of Geospatial skills in a paid practical experience. Credit is based on the total number of hours worked and the attainment of objectives. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): GEOA 110  or consent of instructor. Written permission from program coordinator must be submitted for registration.
  
  • GEOA 210 - Decision Making Using Geographic Information Systems


    4 Credits.

    Builds on the skills developed in GEOA 101 and GEOA 110 . Case studies and applications examine real-world situations and evaluate and incorporate data into a GIS project using ArcGIS extensions such as Spatial Analyst and 3D mapper. Students gain an understanding of how to apply GIS software to aid in evaluating problems in a wide range of areas. 3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOA 110  or written permission from instructor required
  
  • GEOA 250 - Advanced Geospatial Applications


    3 Credits.

    Draws student experience together in the capstone course in Geospatial Applications. Students complete several assigned projects and develop appropriate maps and other supporting materials. A student-selected/instructor- approved project is a major component of the course. The course utilizes primarily ESRI ArcGIS software. 2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOA 150  and GEOA 210  or written permission from instructor required

Health

  
  • HLTH 101 - Health and Wellness


    3 Credits.

    Studies the essential wellness practices as they relate to current concepts of preventive medicine; investigates the latest scientific findings relevant to the major diseases and causes of premature death in the U.S. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Corequisite(s): RDNG 52  or ESOL 54 
  
  • HLTH 106 - Health/Aging of Body Systems


    3 Credits.

    Courses offered less than once a year.

  
  • HLTH 120 - Lifespan Plus: Strategies for Aging


    2 Credits.

    Facilitates the discovery of attitudes and practices necessary to delay the aging process through the second half of life; explores current concepts and incorporates practical and theoretical aspects of aging. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Corequisite(s): RDNG 52  or ESOL 54 
  
  • HLTH 125 - Holistic Health


    2 Credits.

    Exposes the student to various healing modalities; Holism will be presented and the prevention of illness will be emphasized throughout. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Corequisite(s): RDNG 52  or ESOL 54 
  
  • HLTH 130 - Community Health


    3 Credits.

    Courses offered less than once a year.

  
  • HLTH 131 - Coaching: Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries


    1 Credits.

    Introduces the theoretical and practical instruction of prevention, evaluation and care of athletic injuries; fulfills the Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Associations (MPSSAA) bylaw requiring coaches employed by the State of Maryland to have basic knowledge of injury recognition and management. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Corequisite(s): RDNG 52 
  
  • HLTH 132 - Basic Nutrition


    3 Credits.

    Explores current concepts of practical and applied nutrition; studies food selection, current myths and misconceptions, the relationship of nutrients to optimal health, obesity and weight control, food choices, deficiency diseases, food preparation, health foods, additives and preservatives, food poisoning, and common diseases affecting the gastrointestinal system. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Same As: ALHL 132 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 51  or ESOL 44 
  
  • HLTH 136 - Fitness Evaluation and Conditioning


    3 Credits.

    Examines the principles and concepts of physical fitness; includes pre and post fitness assessments, exercise prescriptions, lectures, and practical applications. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Same As: PELF 136  and PEMJ 136 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
    Corequisite(s): RDNG 052 or ESOL 054
    Lab Fee: $30.00
  
  • HLTH 140 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR


    3 Credits.

    Trains students to administer proper first aid and emergency care; provides first aid and CPR certification from nationally recognized organizations. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 51  or ESOL 44 
    Lab Fee: $10.00
  
  • HLTH 150 - CPR Training


    1 Credits.

    Examines risk factors and prevention of heart disease with emphasis on proper first aid techniques for cardiac arrests. This course is an American Heart Association Certificate course. Courses offered less than once a year.

  
  • HLTH 154 - CPR/First Aid for Infant/Child


    1 Credits.

    Courses offered less than once a year.

  
  • HLTH 212 - Stress Management


    3 Credits.

    Studies the nature of stress; examines the factors which may contribute to its manifestation, and determines which of these factors may be operating in students’ lives. It exposes students to a variety of healthy coping strategies and engages students in relaxation practices. Note: credit may be received for HLTH 111, HLTH 211, MNTH 111, MNTH 212, but not more than one of these. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 52  or ESOL 52  and HLTH 101  or PEFT 101 
  
  • HLTH 221 - Human Sexuality


    3 Credits.

    Views human sexuality from biological, social, emotional, spiritual, cultural and historical viewpoints; covers topics such as gender formation, reproductive technology, STDs, sexual expression, and ways to build successful relationships will be presented. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Same As: MNTH 221  and PSYC 221 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 52  or ESOL 54  and ENGL 52  or ESOL 52 
  
  • HLTH 231 - Prevention, Evaluation and Care of Athletic Injuries


    3 Credits.

    Introduces the student to the theoretical instruction with practical application; examines preventive conditioning, care and evaluation of athletic injuries, basic knowledge of drugs and ergogenic aids in athletics, the law of sports injuries and protective taping and padding. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Same As: PELF 231  and PEMJ 231 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 52  or ESOL 54  and ENGL 52  or ESOL 52 
  
  • HLTH 232 - Contemporary Issues in Nutrition


    3 Credits.

    Explores current concepts of practical and applied nutrition such as; food selection, “empty calories”, current myths and misconceptions, the relationship of nutrients to optimal health, weight control, food preparation, health foods, food additives, food poisoning, etc. BIOL 256 is the nutrition course recommended for nursing students. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 52  or ESOL 52  and MATH 83  and HLTH 101  or PEFT 101 
  
  • HLTH 240 - Women’s Health Issues


    3 Credits.

    Explores health issues which are unique to and prevalent among women. Physical, emotional, and social factors affecting health are considered throughout the lifespan. The political and economic status of women in the health care system are examined. Students will create their own health strategies. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Same As: WMST 240 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 52  or ESOL 54  and ENGL 52  or ESOL 52 MATH 82 
  
  • HLTH 250 - Weight Management


    3 Credits.

    Explores the causes, pathological implications, treatments, and prevention of weight problems. An individualized approach is emphasized, as each student will evaluate his or her own eating behaviors, body composition, fitness level and general health status. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 52  or ESOL 54  and ENGL 52  or ESOL 52  and MATH 83 
  
  • HLTH 252 - Reconditn Techniq Athl Injury


    3 Credits.

  
  • HLTH 263 - Practicum:Psychomotor Dysfunct


    3 Credits.

  
  • HLTH 271 - Internship: Health


    1 Credits.

  
  • HLTH 272 - Internship: Health


    2 Credits.

  
  • HLTH 273 - Internship: Health


    3 Credits.


Health and Fitness Studies

  
  • HFMJ 120 - Introduction to Health and Fitness Studies


    2 Credits.

    Introduces the health and fitness studies major to the demands and rewards of a career in fitness or health education; provides students with opportunities to apply what they learn in class in order to gain practical experience and insight into the role of a fitness/health professional. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

  
  • HFMJ 140 - Principles of Cardiovascular Training and Weight Management


    3 Credits.

    Introduces the theories and applied principles of physical training and conditioning; major emphasis of this class will be application of these principles to cardiovascular respiratory endurance and body composition. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 51  (conc) or ESOL 42  (conc)
  
  • HFMJ 220 - Methods and Materials of Fitness Instruction


    3 Credits.

    Prepares students to be an effective personal trainer or fitness instructor; incorporates multiple practical experiences to enhance communications, feedback, and evaluation skills leading to the development of the full expertise to be a fitness professional. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): HFMJ 140 
    Corequisite(s): HFMJ 240 
  
  • HFMJ 240 - Principles of Muscular Conditioning and Flexibility


    3 Credits.

    Investigates the theories and applied principles of physical training and conditioning as they relate to flexibility improvement and muscular strength, endurance and power development; examines the principles and training variables of weight training, a detailed comparison of various weight training programs, and the development of power through plyometics. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

  
  • HFMJ 250 - Management of Fitness Facilities and Programs


    3 Credits.

    Provides the health and fitness studies major with comprehensive information on the organization and administration of programs and facilities in the profession; covers the entire concept of management: policy development, budgeting, personnel, programming, facilities, legal considerations, and marketing. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 51  or ESOL 42 
  
  • HFMJ 251 - Health and Fitness Studies Seminar


    1 Credits.

    Designed to be a capstone experience, a culmination of the health and fitness studies major’s preparation for entry into the fitness field. Courses offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): HFMJ 140 , HFMJ 220 , HFMJ 240 HLTH 140  , HLTH 132 

Health Informatics & Information Technology

  
  • HIIT 101 - Fundamentals of Health Data Management


    4 Credits.

    Introduces students to the field of health information management. Focuses broadly on health care delivery systems, legal and ethical issues in health care, compliance and regulatory requirements, health care data and its role in quality management, and information technology. This course presents documentation guidelines for health records and introduces compliance and regulatory requirements for the health care industry. Students learn how to compile a health record, how to abstract vital data, how to analyze health records to verify accuracy and completeness for reimbursement, and how to evaluate records for quality assurance. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 52  and ENGL 52 
 

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