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Catalog 2014-2015 
    
Catalog 2014-2015 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Arts and Sciences

  
  • ARSC 117 - Principles of Technology


    4 Credit(s).

    This integrated science course is designed to enable you to learn about the nature of science. Its principles, and its application to technology, industry and society. You will learn selected fundamental concepts of physics, chemistry and biology and study their relevance and application to various critical industries encompassing the electrical, mechanical and energy fields.

    Prerequisite(s):   or    and   or   or   ; and  
  
  • ARSC 121 - American Pluralism: The Search for Justice


    3 Credit(s).

    Studies contemporary and historical issues of race, ethnicity, gender, social class, religious affiliation, and sexual orientation in American life; provides critical awareness of structured inequalities and prejudicial exclusion in and by the United States as well as processes and policies leading to a more equitable society. Different versions of this course may be offered each semester. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052  or   and   or    and MATH 081  
  
  • ARSC 181 - Cooperative Education I: Arts and Sciences


    1 Credit(s).

    Provides the student with academic credit for knowledge and skill outcomes derived from a planned work experience in the student’s chosen career field; provides entry-level career-related experience and workplace competencies that employers value. To register, a student must have a signed Cooperative Education Application.

    Prerequisite(s): 12 college credits, 2.5 QPA (in major), 2.0 overall GPA
  
  • ARSC 182 - Cooperative Education I: Arts and Sciences


    2 Credit(s).

    Provides the student with academic credit for knowledge and skill outcomes derived from a planned work experience in the student’s chosen career field; provides entry-level career-related experience and workplace competencies that employers value. To register, a student must have a signed Cooperative Education Application.

    Prerequisite(s): 12 college credits, 2.5 QPA (in major), 2.0 overall GPA
  
  • ARSC 183 - Cooperative Education I: Arts and Sciences


    3 Credit(s).

    Provides the student with academic credit for knowledge and skill outcomes derived from a planned work experience in the student’s chosen career field; provides entry-level career-related experience and workplace competencies that employers value. To register, a student must have a signed Cooperative Education Application.

    Prerequisite(s): 12 college credits, 2.5 QPA (in major), 2.0 overall GPA
  
  • ARSC 184 - Cooperative Education I: Arts and Sciences


    4 Credit(s).

    Provides the student with academic credit for knowledge and skill outcomes derived from a planned work experience in the student’s chosen career field; provides entry-level career-related experience and workplace competencies that employers value. To register, a student must have a signed Cooperative Education Application.

    Prerequisite(s): 12 college credits, 2.5 QPA (in major), 2.0 overall GPA
  
  • ARSC 281 - Cooperative Education II: Arts and Sciences Program


    1 Credit(s).

    Provides the student with academic credit for knowledge and skill outcomes derived from a planned work experience in the student’s chosen career field; reinforces and builds skills beyond those acquired in Cooperative Education I. To register, a student must have a signed Cooperative Education Application.

  
  • ARSC 282 - Cooperative Education II: Arts and Sciences Program


    2 Credit(s).

    Provides the student with academic credit for knowledge and skill outcomes derived from a planned work experience in the student’s chosen career field; reinforces and builds skills beyond those acquired in Cooperative Education I. To register, a student must have a signed Cooperative Education Application.

  
  • ARSC 283 - Cooperative Education II: Arts and Sciences Program


    3 Credit(s).

    Provides the student with academic credit for knowledge and skill outcomes derived from a planned work experience in the student’s chosen career field; reinforces and builds skills beyond those acquired in Cooperative Education I. To register, a student must have a signed Cooperative Education Application.

  
  • ARSC 284 - Cooperative Education II: Arts and Sciences Program


    4 Credit(s).

    Provides the student with academic credit for knowledge and skill outcomes derived from a planned work experience in the student’s chosen career field; reinforces and builds skills beyond those acquired in Cooperative Education I. To register, a student must have a signed Cooperative Education Application.


Astronomy

  
  • ASTM 101 - Astronomy


    3 Credit(s).

    Presents observations and theories regarding the place of Earth in the universe. Students investigate other planets, stars from their formation in nebulae to their deaths as white dwarfs, neutron stars or black holes, galaxies and the expanding universe. Course is offered every fall and spring semester, and may be offered during additional sessions

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052  or ESOL 052  and RDNG 052  or ESOL 054 ; or   and MATH 082  
  
  • ASTM 102 - Astronomy Laboratory


    1 Credit(s).

    Utilizes atronomical techniques and analyzes data regarding astronomical observations. It may require activities, such as telescope observing and field trips, outside of scheduled laboratory hours. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions..

    Corequisite(s):  
    Lab Fee: $30.00

Automotive Technology

  
  • AUTO 101 - Servicing Automotive Heating and Air-Conditioning Systems


    4 Credit(s).

    Introduces students to automotive heating and air-conditioning systems, components, operations, and service procedures; includes component replacement and system purging, evacuating, charging, and testing. This course is taught during an 8-week. Courses offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): AUTO 131 
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • AUTO 126 - Repairing Automotive Brake Systems


    4 Credit(s).

    Introduces students to diagnosis and repair of automotive brake systems and components; includes inspection, disassembly, overhaul, repair of hydraulic systems, disc brake systems, drum brake systems, power brake systems, antilock brake systems, and associated repairs. This course is taught during an 8-week session. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • AUTO 131 - Servicing Automotive Electrical and Electronic Systems


    4 Credit(s).

    Introduces students to various automotive electrical and electronic components, operations, and service procedures; includes service of the battery, starting systems, charging systems, accessories, chassis wiring, and electronic engine controls. This course is taught in an 8-week session. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • AUTO 136 - Repairing Automotive Electrical Systems


    5 Credit(s).

    Introuduces diagnosis and repair of automotive electrical systems and components; includes disassembly, inspection, overhaul and repair of starting systems, accessories, and chassis wiring, emphasizing diagnosis and repair of these systems. This course is taught during an 8-week session. Courses offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): AUTO 131 
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • AUTO 141 - Servicing Automotive Engines - Related Systems


    5 Credit(s).

    Introduces students to various automotive engines, components, operations, and service procedures; includes servicing, removing, and replacing engine systems such as cooling, lubrication, fuel, ignition, and emission control. This course is taught in an 8-week session. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Lab Fee: $60.00
  
  • AUTO 151 - Repairing Automotive Automatic Transmissions


    5 Credit(s).

    Introduces diagnosis and repair of automatic transmissions and transaxles; includes disassembly, inspection, component repair, adjustments, reassembly, and external adjustments. This course is taught in an 8-week session. Courses offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s):  
    Lab Fee: $60.00
  
  • AUTO 156 - Repairing Automotive Manual Transmissions


    4 Credit(s).

    Introduces diagnosis and repair of automotive manual transmissions transaxles and differentials; includes diagnosis, inspection, disassembly, and repair of manual transmissions, manual transaxles, differentials, and drive axles. This course is taught during an 8-week session. Courses offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • AUTO 161 - Repairing Automotive Electronics


    5 Credit(s).

    Introduces diagnosis and repair of automotive electronic systems and components; includes diagnosis, inspection, disassembly, and repair of electronic components such as computerized engine control, electronic ignition and fuel injection, and other electronic accessories. This course is taught during an 8-week session. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): AUTO 131  and AUTO 141 
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • AUTO 171 - Repairing Automotive Suspension Systems


    4 Credit(s).

    Introduces diagnosis and repair of automotive steering and suspension systems and their components; include diagnosis, inspection, disassembly, and steering and suspension systems. This course is taught during an 8-week session. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • AUTO 231 - Repairing Automotive Engines


    5 Credit(s).

    Discusses diagnosis and repair of automotive engines; includes engine evaluation, removal, disassembly, cylinder head reconditioning, crankshaft and bearing reconditioning, cylinder and piston reconditioning, engine reassembly, engine installation, and associated repairs. Students are encouraged to bring an engine in to overhaul for a class project. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): AUTO 156  or AUTO 151 , AUTO 131 , and AUTO 141 

      
    Lab Fee: $40.00

  
  • AUTO 241 - Repairing Automotive Engines - Related Systems


    5 Credit(s).

    Introduces diagnosis and repair of engine performance-related component systems; laboratory experiences will include diagnosis, disassembly, overhaul, and repair of fuel emission, ignition, and engine-related systems as well as associated repairs. This course is taught during an 8-week session. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): AUTO 161 AUTO 161 
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • AUTO 281 - Cooperative Education II


    1 Credit(s).

    Provides opportunity for Off-Campus Work Experience in Automotive Technology; required by General Motors (ASEP), Ford Motor Company (ASSET), and Toyota Motors (T-TEN) programs; programs are a minimum of eight weeks in length and 40 hours per week.

      Course offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s):   ,   ,  ,   and  
    Lab Fee: $40.00

Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing

  
  • AUCR 100 - Fundamentals of Collision Repair and Safety


    4 Credit(s).

    Instructs students in collision repair shop operations and safety. The course emphasizes the study of procedures, methods, and operations, that are specific and unique to the collision repair industry. Emphasis is also placed on the study of current trends emerging in the collision repair industry. 3 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052 , RDNG 052 ; or   ; and MATH 082 
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • AUCR 101 - Non-Structural Analysis and Repair I


    5 Credit(s).

    Demonstrates the procedures for removing, repairing, replacing, and adjusting of outer body panels. It teaches the straightening and roughing out of damaged steel panels and how to prepare them for body filter. Students implement the special precautions needed to repair aluminum panels. Students study the proper replacement of corrosion protection to the repaired panels and adjustment of panels for proper fit. Students apply the theory to cutting and welding of steel. The learning process focuses on group interaction, group activities, the study of the industry’s best practices, and the application of assessment tools. The course provides students a broad knowledge of shop and personal safety practices and helps them develop safe and healthy practices for themselves, their fellow workers, and the environment. 3 lecture hours and 6 laboratory hours per week. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): AUCR 100 
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • AUCR 102 - Structural Analysis and Damage Repair I


    5 Credit(s).

    Provides a theoretical study of structural collision damage, its analysis and repair. The course emphasizes the proper procedures for measuring, analyzing, and developing correct repair procedures for unibody and body-over-frame vehicles. Students develop repair plans and discuss their implementation. The course also emphasizes the restoring of vehicles to their pre-accident condition using manufacturers’ and industry recommendations. 3 lecture hours and 6 laboratory hours per week. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): AUCR 100 
  
  • AUCR 103 - Collision Painting and Refinishing I


    5 Credit(s).

    Prepares students to apply the theoretical aspects of automotive refinishing. This course provides technical information for safety, both personal and environmental, as well as information for proper surface preparation, application techniques and equipment usage. Students gain knowledge in the proper selection and application of undercoating needed for proper long-term durability. 3 lecture hours and 6 laboratory hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): AUCR 101 
  
  • AUCR 104 - Mechanical Components Repair I


    5 Credit(s).

    Covers the basic principles of automotive mechanical and electrical components. Topics include suspension and steering, electrical systems, brake systems, heating and air conditioning, cooling systems, and drive train. Emphasis is placed on personal and environmental safety. 3 lecture hours and 6 laboratory hours per week. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): AUCR 100 
  
  • AUCR 113 - Collision Repair and Refinishing II


    5 Credit(s).

    Provides a theoretical study of structural collision damage, its analysis and repair. The course emphasizes the proper procedures for measuring, analyzing and developing correct repair procedures for unibody and body-over-frame vehicles. Students develop repair plans and discuss their implementation. The course also emphasizes the restoring of vehicles to their pre-accident condition using manufacturers’ and industry recommendations. 3 lecture hours and 6 laboratory hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): AUCR 100 
  
  • AUCR 201 - Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair II


    5 Credit(s).

    Develops a broader knowledge in both theory and application of vehicle repair procedures. Student technicians practice the repair of body panels using hammer and dolly; heat and cold shrinking techniques; and the proper mixing, application, shaping, and finish sanding of body filler. The course also provides practical application in forming and smoothing filled areas and repairing scratches and nicks. The course provides a broad exposure to the identification and repair procedures needed to remove and replace interior components and parts. 3 lecture hours and 6 laboratory hours per week. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): AUCR 101 
  
  • AUCR 202 - Structural Analysis and Damage Repair II


    5 Credit(s).

    Places emphasis on the application of structural collision damage repair. The course covers the application of procedures such as measuring, analyzing damaged unibody and body-over-frame vehicles, repairing damaged and misaligned vehicles, inspection, removal and replacement of parts or sections of a vehicle which may be unsafe for repair. The course also emphasizes restoring of corrosion protection. Student technicians practice applying, measuring, and analyzing damaged vehicles then implementing a repair plan to restore vehicles to their pre-accident condition using manufacturers’ and industry recommendations. 3 lecture hours and 6 laboratory hours per week. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): AUCR 102 
  
  • AUCR 203 - Collision Painting and Refinishing III


    5 Credit(s).

    Covers the theoretical aspects of advanced automotive refinishing. This course provides technical information in the proper selection of single stage topcoats, base coats, clear coats, and multi-coat finishes. Student technicians learn to identify and explain the repair procedures for common defects which occur in collision refinishing. Safety is emphasized. 3 lecture hours and 6 laboratory hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): AUCR 113 
  
  • AUCR 204 - Mechanical Components Repair II


    5 Credit(s).

    Covers advanced principles of automotive mechanical and electrical components. Topics include suspension and steering, electrical systems, brake systems, heating and air-conditioning, cooling systems, and drive train. Emphasis is placed on personal and environmental safety. 3 lecture hours and 6 laboratory hours per week. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): AUCR 104 

Aviation Management

  
  • AVMT 60 - Instrument Pilot Training


    0 Credit(s). 3 Billable Hours

    Provides academic, flight, and simulator training required for the Instrument Pilot Instruction includes preflight preparation, air traffic control clearances and procedures, flight by reference to instruments, navigation systems, instrument approach procedures, emergency operations, safety, and postflight procedures. Students successfully completing this course will receive their Instrument Pilot Rating. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): Private Pilot Certificate
    Lab Fee: $6000
  
  • AVMT 70 - Commercial Pilot Training


    0 Credit(s). 3 Billable Hours

    Provides academic, flight, and simulator training required for the Commercial Pilot Certificate. Instruction includes preflight preparation, specialty takeoffs and landings, commercial pilot maneuvers, navigation, slow flight, stalls, spin awareness, emergency procedures, safety, operation of complex and high performance aircraft, high-altitude procedures, and postflight procedures. Students successfully completing this course will receive their Commercial Pilot Certificate. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): Private Pilot Certificate
    Lab Fee: $10000
  
  • AVMT 101 - Aviation History and Development


    3 Credit(s).

    Explores the evolution of aviation, focusing on the rapid growth of the aviation industry and its influence on economic, military, and political advancement; discusses developments in aircraft design, aerodynamics, power plants, government agencies, and the national airspace system. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052  or   and RDNG 052  or   ; or   or equivalent placement test scores
  
  • AVMT 141 - Private Pilot Ground School


    3 Credit(s).

    Provides all required ground instruction for the Private, Recreational, and Sport Pilot Certificates; and upon successful completion of this course, students will receive an endorsement to take the FAA Private Pilot knowledge examination. Discusses aerodynamics, aircraft systems, aircraft control and operation, communications, airspace, navigation, weight and balance, meteorology, FAA regulations, Crew Resource Management, and aircraft performance. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s):    or   and   or   ; or   and   or the equivalent placement test scores
  
  • AVMT 142 - Private Pilot Certification


    3 Credit(s).

    Provides academic, flight and simulator training towards the completion of the Private Pilot Certificate; includes preflight procedures, airport operations, takeoffs, landings, performance and ground reference maneuvers, navigation, slow flight and stalls, basic instrument maneuvers, emergency procedures, night flying operations, safety, and postflight procedures. This course has additional lab fees. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): AVMT 141  (conc)
  
  • AVMT 143 - Visual Flight Rules Flight Operations


    2 Credit(s).

    Provides an introduction to Visual Flight Rules (VFR) flying operations for non-pilot students. Instruction includes preflight procedures, basic maneuvers, airport operations, cross country navigation, communications, flight by reference to instruments, emergency procedures, night flying operations, safety, and post-flight procedures. This course is designed to be taken concurrent with AVMT 141. This course has additional lab fees. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Corequisite(s): AVMT 141 
  
  • AVMT 151 - Flight Attendant Fundamentals


    3 Credit(s).

    Provides an introduction to flight attendant procedures and operations. Topics include the use of aircraft safety equipment, Federal Aviation Administration regulations, passenger cabin procedures, human factors, passenger care and management, conflict resolution, and crew resource management. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

  
  • AVMT 161 - Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operations


    3 Credit(s).

    Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operations presents an overview of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) to include the history and development of UAS, Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA), UAS types, payloads and employment, control functions, flight operations, regulations, and safety considerations. Course offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s):   and   or approval from Aviation Program Coordinator
  
  • AVMT 162 - Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operations


    3 Credit(s).

    Unmanned Aircraft Systems Flight Training provides academic, flight, and simulator training on selected unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Topics include flight and sensor operations, airspace coordination , command and control, communication, mission planning, application and utilization. This course has additional lab fees. Course offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s):   , concurrent or approval from Aviation Program Coordinator
  
  • AVMT 173 - Internship I


    3 Credit(s).

  
  • AVMT 201 - Aviation Meteorology


    4 Credit(s).

    Provides an in-depth discussion of atmospheric science and the relationship to flight operations. Students will develop an understanding of thermal and pressure patterns, atmospheric circulation, jet stream movement, air masses, fronts, stability, cloud formation, fog, icing, turbulence, thunderstorm development, and seasonal weather trends. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): AVMT 101  and AVMT 141 

     

  
  • AVMT 211 - Air Transportation


    3 Credit(s).

    Discusses the importance of transportation in the United States economy, contrasting the different modes of transportation, government regulation, development, and transportation policies; highlights advancements in air transportation and focuses on the facets of general aviation and future challenges facing the air transportation industry. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): AVMT 101  and AVMT 141 
  
  • AVMT 216 - Aviation Safety


    3 Credit(s).

    Explores the causes of aircraft accidents, including an overview of NTSB accident investigation procedures, the development of accident prevention programs, regulations, and aviation safety; discusses aviation safety planning, safety awareness, and human factors leading to aircraft-related accidents. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): AVMT 101  and AVMT 141 
  
  • AVMT 221 - The Air Traffic Control System


    3 Credit(s).

    Provides an analysis of Air Traffic Control (ATC) functions and studies the history, development, and structure of the National Airspace System; explores navigation aids, ATC radar systems, terminal and en route control, flight service and weather facilities, instrument flight rules, airspace, and FAA regulations. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): AVMT 101  and AVMT 141 
  
  • AVMT 226 - Air Traffic Control Operations I


    3 Credit(s).

    Presents a comprehensive analysis of Air Traffic Control (ATC) regulatory flight publications including manuals, charts, advisory circulars and procedures. Topics: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, Aeronautical Information Manual, Letters of Agreement, Terminal Procedures (TERPS) publications and applicable FAA Orders. Aircraft Recognition and Performance will also be studied and applied. These lessons will be correlated and reinforced with simulation exercises where students will be challenged to use proper pilot-controller phraseology and decision making skills. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Corequisite(s): AVMT 221 
  
  • AVMT 227 - Air Traffic Control Operations II


    3 Credit(s).

    Presents an advanced study of air traffic control (ATC) tower operations, equipment, policies and procedures. Students learn proper teamwork, decision making and crew resource management skills while applying their knowledge of terminal operations through ATC tower simulator exercises. This course has additional lab fees. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): AVMT 221 , AVMT 226 , AVMT 241  and AVMT 243  with a “B” or better; MATH 111  or higher; ENGL 101  or higher
  
  • AVMT 228 - Air Traffic Control Operations III


    3 Credit(s).

    Presents a study of non-radar air traffic control (ATC) procedures. Students practice these skills in Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON) and Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC) simulation laboratory facilities. This course has additional lab fees. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): AVMT 227  with a grade of “B” or better
  
  • AVMT 229 - Air Traffic Control Operations IV


    3 Credit(s).

    Presents a study of radar air traffic control (ATC) procedures. Students practice these skills in Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON) and Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC) simulation laboratory facilities. This course has additional lab fees. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): AVMT 227  with a grade of “B” or better
  
  • AVMT 230 - Air Traffic Control Operations V


    3 Credit(s).

    Serves as a capstone course to enable students to demonstrate and review their knowledge and skills in air traffic procedures. This course engages students with extensive simulator training to enhance their abilities. A comprehensive exam, resumes, interviewing skills and networking will also be included. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): AVMT 227  with a grade of “B” or better
  
  • AVMT 241 - Instrument Pilot Ground School


    4 Credit(s).

    Provides all required ground instruction for the Instrument Rating and an endorsement to take the FAA Instrument Pilot knowledge examination upon successful completion of this course; includes flight by reference to instruments, navigation systems, instrument flight rules, weather, approach procedures, safety, CRM, communications, and flight physiology. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): AVMT 141  or Private Pilot Certificate
  
  • AVMT 242 - Instrument Pilot Rating


    3 Credit(s).

    Provides academic, flight, and simulator training required for the Instrument Pilot Rating; includes preflight preparation, air traffic control clearances and procedures, flight by reference to instruments, navigation systems, instrument approach procedures, emergency operations, safety, and postflight procedures. This course has additional lab fees. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): AVMT 142  or Private Pilot Certificate and AVMT 241 
  
  • AVMT 243 - Instrument Flight Rules Flight Operations


    1 Credit(s).

    Provides an introduction to Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) flying operations for non-pilot students. Instruction includes flight by reference to instruments, radio navigation, Air Traffic Control (ATC) communications, weather avoidance, flight planning and instrument approach procedures. This course is designed to be taken concurrent with AVMT 241. This course has additional lab fees. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): AVMT 143  with a grade of B or better
    Corequisite(s): AVMT 241 
  
  • AVMT 246 - Commercial Pilot Ground School


    4 Credit(s).

    Provides all required ground instruction for the Commercial Pilot Certificate and an endorsement to take the FAA Commercial Pilot knowledge examination upon successful completion; includes advanced aerodynamics, high performance aircraft, advanced aircraft systems, FAA regulations, flight physiology, high altitude flight operations, and crew resource management (CRM). Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): AVMT 141  or Private Pilot Certificate
  
  • AVMT 247 - Commercial Pilot Certification


    3 Credit(s).

    Provides academic, flight, and simulator training required for the Commercial Pilot Certificate; includes preflight preparation, specialty takeoffs and landings, commercial pilot maneuvers, navigation, slow flight, stalls, spin awareness, emergency procedures, safety, high-altitude and postflight procedures. This course has additional lab fees. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): AVMT 142  or Private Pilot Certificate or concurrent AVMT 246 
  
  • AVMT 251 - Airport Management


    3 Credit(s).

    Introduces the historical development of modern airports; discusses business and operational factors, airport regulations and government agencies, labor and personnel relations, security, safety, facility maintenance, airport tenants, funding, airport design and expansion planning, marketing and public relations. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): AVMT 101  and AVMT 141 
  
  • AVMT 256 - Airline Management


    3 Credit(s).

    Provides an in-depth study of airline operations; includes determination of airline fleet composition, scheduling, demand forecasting, pricing structure, facilities planning, marketing, financing, analyzing labor requirements, operational costs, and profit/loss reporting. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): AVMT 101  and AVMT 141 
  
  • AVMT 261 - Certified Flight Instructor Airplane


    3 Credit(s).

    Presents academic, flight, and simulator training required for the FAA Certificated Flight Instructor Airplane.  Topics include fundamentals of instruction, best practices in aeronautical instruction, professionalism, and FAA regulations relating to student flight training.  This course has additional lab fees. Course offered every fall and spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s):   and   or approval from the Aviation Program Coordinator
  
  • AVMT 262 - Certified Flight Instructor Helicopter


    3 Credit(s).

    Presents academic, flight, and simulator training required for the FAA Certificated Flight Instructor Helicopter.  Topics include fundamentals of instruction, best practices in aeronautical instruction, professionalism, and FAA regulations relating to student flight training.  This course has additional lab fees. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s):   and   or approval from Aviation Program Coordinator
  
  • AVMT 263 - Certified Flight Instructor Instrument Airplane


    3 Credit(s).

    Presents academic, flight, and simulator training required for the FAA Certificated Flight Instructor Instrument - Airplane.  Course includes the fundamentals of student instruction, flight by reference to instruments, navigation systems, enroute operations, instrument approaches, emergency procedures, and safety.  This course has additional lab fees. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s):   and   or approval from Aviation Program Coordinator
  
  • AVMT 264 - Certified Flight Instructor Instrument Helicopter


    3 Credit(s).

    Presents academic, flight, and simulator training required for the FAA Certificated Flight Instructor Instrument-Helicopter.  Course includes the fundamentals of student instruction, flight by reference to instruments, navigation systems, enroute operations, instrument approaches, emergency procedures, and safety.  This course has additional lab fees. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s):   and   or approval from Aviation Program Coordinator
  
  • AVMT 265 - Certified Flight Instructor Multi-Engine Airplane


    3 Credit(s).

    Presents academic, flight, and simulator training required for the FAA Certificated Flight Instructor - Multi-Engine rating.  Course includes the fundamentals of student instruction, pre-flight preparation, multi-engine airplane operations, complex aircraft systems, emergency procedures, safety, and post-flight procedures.  This course has additional lab fees. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s):   and   or approval from Aviation Program Coordinator
  
  • AVMT 272 - Aircraft Dispatcher


    3 Credit(s).

    Aircraft Dispatcher provides the practical skills and knowledge required for airline dispatch operations. Course offered every fall and spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s):   or approval from Aviation Program Coordinator.

Biology

  
  • BIOL 100 - Exploring Biology


    3 Credit(s).

    Considers modern biological principles to increase awareness of the relationships between scientific thought, current knowledge in biology, and everyday living; does not serve as a prerequisite for other biology courses. This course does not have a laboratory component. Note: Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 100, BIOL 108, BIOL 110. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052  or ESOL 054  and ENGL 052  or   ; or   and MATH 082 
  
  • BIOL 104 - Introductory Botany


    4 Credit(s).

    Explores plant science with emphasis on the seed plants, particularly the flowering plants. Topics include plant cell biology, structure/chemistry, tissues, stems, roots/leaves, respiration/photo-synthesis, reproduction/life cycles, genetics, physiology, reproduction and development, evolution, and ecology. This course may be taken to meet General Education Lab Science requirements but is often taken by prospective Biology major transfer students and Horticulture students. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052  or ESOL 054  and ENGL 052  or   ; or   ; and    
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • BIOL 106 - Zoology


    4 Credit(s).

    This course is a comprehensive study of the biology of animals and provides a thorough understanding of animal diversity. It includes structure, nutrition, metabolism, and behavior of animals as well as their evolution and place in the biosphere; may include field excursions to observe Maryland’s animals and their habitats. It may be taken to meet General Education lab science requirement, but is usually taken by prospective Biology major transfer students. 3 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052  or   and RDNG 052  or ESOL 054 ; or   and MATH 083 
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • BIOL 107 - Human Biology


    4 Credit(s).

    Provides understanding of the human organism through physical, cultural, and genetic viewpoints for students in general studies and some of the allied health fields. This course discusses human body systems and serves as a basic overview of human anatomy, physiology, and pathology. This course is not intended as a replacement for Biology 110 and is not a prerequisite for other science courses. 3 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052  or ESOL 054  and ENGL 052  or ESOL 052 ; or   and MATH 081  
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • BIOL 108 - Investigating the Living World


    4 Credit(s).

    Provides a general overview of the basic principles of biology, an introduction to scientific thought, and methodology and necessary skills for science literacy. Topics include human biology, cell structure and function, evolution, genetics and ecology. This course transfers to Maryland public colleges and universities as a lower level general education science course and is recommended for education and non-science and non-allied health majors. It is not a prerequisite for any other science course at CCBC. Note: Students may receive General Education credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 100, BIOL 108, BIOL 110. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052  or ESOL 054  and ENGL 052  or ESOL 052 ; or   and MATH 081  
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • BIOL 109 - Human Anatomy and Physiology


    4 Credit(s).

    Provides a basic understanding of human anatomy and physiology through study of the structure and function of the human body. In addition to introductory principles of chemistry and cell biology, the following organ systems are examined: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, immune, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive. Includes both lecture and laboratory component and is a General Education laboratory science. This course is not a substitute for BIOL 110 , BIOL 220  or BIOL 221  or a prerequisite for other science courses. Note: This course is intended primarily for students preparing for allied health professional careers including: Respiratory Therapist, Radiology Technician, Radiography (X-ray) Technician, Massage Therapist, EMT (certificate only), and Mental Health professionals; it may be taken by students that want to understand the human body for personal interest or career reasons. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052  or ESOL 054  and ENGL 052  or ESOL 052 ; or   and MATH 082  
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • BIOL 110 - Biology I: Molecular and Cells


    4 Credit(s).

    Serves as the introductory course for Biology and Pre-Allied Health majors and is the prerequisite course for Anatomy and Physiology and Microbiology. It stresses the basic biological principles common to all living things. Evolution and homeostasis serve as central themes for the topics, which include cell structure and function (both physical and chemical), molecular and cellular reproduction and genetics. The laboratory introduces the student to various biological techniques and emphasizes the process of science. 3 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week. Note: Students may receive General Education credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 100, BIOL 108, BIOL 110. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052  or ESOL 052  and RDNG 052  or ESOL 054 ; or   and MATH 083  or   
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • BIOL 111 - Biology II: Organisms and Ecology


    4 Credit(s).

    Emphasizes whole organisms and the ways in which they evolve and interact to create the dynamics of population and ecosystems. Topics include evolution, animal reproduction and development, plant biology, and ecology. This course meets the General Education Lab Science requirements and is often taken by students interested in Biology, Ecology or evolution and those students preparing to transfer into Biology or other Science programs. 3 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • BIOL 120 - Introduction to Biotechnology


    4 Credit(s).

    The first of three courses required for certification as a Biotechnology Laboratory Technician. BIOL 120 introduces students to the field of biotechnology with an emphasis on the discovery, approval, and production of biopharmaceuticals for the treatment of human disease. Laboratory exercises introduce students to the tools and techniques of the biotechnology laboratory and a series of guest lectures introduce students to career opportunities and pathways in the biotechnology industry. 3 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week. Note: BIOL 120 may be waived as a requirement for certification as a Biotechnology Laboratory Technician at the discretion of the program director. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052  or   and ENGL 052  or  ; or    and MATH 082  
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • BIOL 126 - Forensic Biology


    4 Credit(s).

    Designed for students with a broad interest in forensic science, as an option for students majoring in criminal justice, and for those who wish to prepare for transfer to a 4-year college or university forensic science program. It stresses the integration of the underlying principles of physical science, cell biology, anatomy and physiology as they apply to forensic biology. It emphasizes the process of science through the laboratory portion that also introduces students to techniques used in forensic laboratories. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052  or   and RDNG 052  or  ; or   and MATH 083 .
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • BIOL 130 - Human Anatomy for Mortuary Science


    3 Credit(s).

    Studies the human body with particular emphasis on those systems providing the foundation for embalming, pathology, public health, and restorative arts. 3 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance in to the Mortuary Science Program
  
  • BIOL 160 - Body Structure and Function


    3 Credit(s).

    Introduces students to structure and function of the human body through integration of all eleven systems of the body: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, lymphatic, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. Students will apply medical terminology during the study of each body system. This course is not a substitute for BIOL 109 , BIOL 110 , BIOL 220  or BIOL 221 . Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052  or ESOL 054  and ENGL 052  or ESOL 052  ; or   and MATH 083  or  
  
  • BIOL 181 - Cooperative Education I: Biology


    1 Credit(s).

    Provides exposure to an allied health field in a clinical environment such as nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and radiology; faculty coordinator will help to develop learning objectives and monitor progress. Courses offered less than once a year.

  
  • BIOL 182 - Cooperative Education I: Biology


    2 Credit(s).

    Provides exposure to an allied health field in a clinical environment such as nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and radiology; faculty coordinator will help to develop learning objectives and monitor progress. Courses offered less than once a year.

  
  • BIOL 183 - Cooperative Education I: Biology


    3 Credit(s).

    Provides exposure to an allied health field in a clinical environment such as nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and radiology; faculty coordinator will help to develop learning objectives and monitor progress. Courses offered less than once a year.

  
  • BIOL 184 - Cooperative Education I: Biology


    4 Credit(s).

    Provides exposure to an allied health field in a clinical environment such as nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and radiology; faculty coordinator will help to develop learning objectives and monitor progress. Courses offered less than once a year.

  
  • BIOL 185 - Cooperative Education I: Biology


    5 Credit(s).

    Provides exposure to an allied health field in a clinical environment such as nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and radiology; faculty coordinator will help to develop learning objectives and monitor progress. Courses offered less than once a year.

  
  • BIOL 220 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I


    4 Credit(s).

    Emphasizes structure and function of the human body, integrates related facts, principles, and concepts of the cell, chemistry, biochemistry and hemostasis, and includes study of cells and tissues and the integumentary, skeletal, nervous, endocrine, and muscular systems. This course may be required for Allied Health programs. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052  or ESOL 052  and RDNG 052  or ESOL 054  ; or   and MATH 083  or  ; and BIOL 110  with a minimum grade of “C”.
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • BIOL 221 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II


    4 Credit(s).

    Provides further study of the structure and function of the human body. This course emphasizes the circulatory, respiratory, reproductive, urinary, and digestive systems. This course may be required for Allied Health programs. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 083  or  ; and BIOL 220  with a minimum grade of “C”.
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • BIOL 230 - Microbiology


    4 Credit(s).

    Introduces and discusses concepts related to the study of bacteria, viruses, protozoa, fungi and both the beneficial and pathogenic interrelationships with humans; emphasizes basic laboratory techniques such as microscopy, staining, and aseptic technique. This course is often required for Allied Health pre-nursing programs and may be taken by prospective Biology major transfer students. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of BIOL 110  with a grade of “C” or higher.   or  
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • BIOL 245 - Microbiology for Mortuary Science


    3 Credit(s).

    Introduces basic concepts and techniques of microbiology with special emphasis on the pathogenicity and control of infectious disease as related to the embalmer and the embalming process; emphasizes the danger associated with infectious disease. 3 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. Note: A student cannot receive credit for both BIOL 230 and BIOL 245. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052  or   and ENGL 052  or   ; or    ; and MATH 081 
  
  • BIOL 251 - Genetics


    4 Credit(s).

    Presents current principles of heredity at the molecular, cellular and organismic level; discusses fundamental information concerning prokaryotic and eukaryotic gene structure, gene expression, gene organization, gene regulation, gene transfer, cancer, recombinant DNA technology, human heritable diseases and population genetics. BIOL 251 meets for 4 hours per week. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110  and CHEM 123 , CHEM 124 , (conc)

     

  
  • BIOL 252 - Physiological Pathology


    3 Credit(s).

    Studies basic principles regarding the alteration of the structure and function of tissues in disease and development; discusses anatomical changes resulting from disease and relates the work of the mortician to that of the pathologist, coroner, and medical examiner. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 130  or some other anatomy and physiology course approved by the instructor
  
  • BIOL 253 - Techniques in Biotechnology I


    5 Credit(s).

    Second of three courses required for certification as a Biotechnology Laboratory Technician. BIOL 253 introduces the skills and techniques common to research and development laboratories focusing on the cloning, expression, and purification of recombinant proteins. Students in this course progress through a series of graduated laboratory exercises and lecture sessions culminating in a group project that bring together the cognitive and technical skills necessary for success in the biotechnology industry. Specific skills taught include the Polymerase Chain Reaction, creation of recombinant DNA molecules, isolation and characterization of DNA, protein assays, DNA and protein electrophoreses, immunoblotting and ELISA assays. 2 lecture hours and up to 9 laboratory hours per week. Note: Enrollment in BIOL 253 requires completion of BIOL 120 or written permission from director required. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • BIOL 254 - Techniques in Biotechnology II


    5 Credit(s).

    The final of three courses required for certification as a Biotechnology Laboratory Technician. BIOL 254 focuses on the skills and techniques necessary for the production and manufacture of vaccines and other biopharmaceuticals. Students in this course progress through a series of graduated laboratory exercises and lecture sessions culminating in a group project that bring together the cognitive and technical skills necessary for success in the biotechnology industry. Specific skills taught include microbial fermentation and mammalian cell culture, protein purification including filtration and chromatographic techniques. CGMP documentation, and quality control/quality assurance in biopharmaceutical production. BIOL 254 meets for 2 lecture hours and up to 9 laboratory hours per week. Note: Enrollment in BIOL 254 requires completion of BIOL 253 or written permission from director required. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • BIOL 256 - Nutrition


    3 Credit(s).

    Studies the science of foods, nutrients and other substances they contain, the interaction and balance of foods in relation to health, and the processes by which the organism utilizes nutrients. This course is often required for BS/RN transfer programs and may be taken as an elective by other students that have completed the prerequisites, especially those interested in health, health education, allied health, pre-nursing, and fitness. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in BIOL 220 
  
  • BIOL 257 - Genetics Laboratory


    2 Credit(s).

    Illustrates the principles of genetics through student experiments; utilizes classical genetic techniques as well as molecular techniques to study the nature of genetic material. BIOL 257 meets for six hours per week. Students may enroll in BIOL 257 Genetics Lab concurrently or subsequent to successful completion of BIOL 251 . Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 251  (conc) and CHEM 123  and CHEM 124  (conc)
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • BIOL 260 - Disease and Diagnosis for Health Information Management


    4 Credit(s).

    Provides an in-depth look at pathophysiology and introduces students in Health Informatics and Information Technology to basic pharmacology and tools used in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, disorders and injuries. The following organ systems are covered: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, lymphatic, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. Students will apply medical terminology learned in previous courses. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 083  or  ; and   or  ; or appropriate Anatomy and Physiology coursework
    Lab Fee: $40.00
  
  • BIOL 281 - Cooperative Education II: Biology


    1 Credit(s).

    Provides additional experience in an area previously studied or exploration of a different allied health occupation; requires cooperation with a faculty coordinator, a site coordinator, and the college’s Director of Experiential Learning Courses offered less than once a year.

  
  • BIOL 282 - Cooperative Education II: Biology


    2 Credit(s).

    Provides additional experience in an area previously studied or exploration of a different allied health occupation; requires cooperation with a faculty coordinator, a site coordinator, and the college’s Director of Experiential Learning. Courses offered less than once a year.

  
  • BIOL 283 - Cooperative Education II: Biology


    3 Credit(s).

    Provides additional experience in an area previously studied or exploration of a different allied health occupation; requires cooperation with a faculty coordinator, a site coordinator, and the college’s Director of Experiential Learning. Courses offered less than once a year.

  
  • BIOL 284 - Cooperative Education II: Biology


    4 Credit(s).

    Provides additional experience in an area previously studied or exploration of a different allied health occupation; requires cooperation with a faculty coordinator, a site coordinator, and the college’s Director of Experiential Learning. Courses offered less than once a year.

  
  • BIOL 285 - Cooperative Education II: Biology


    5 Credit(s).

    Provides additional experience in an area previously studied or exploration of a different allied health occupation; requires cooperation with a faculty coordinator, a site coordinator, and the college’s Director of Experiential Learning. Courses offered less than once a year.


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  • CMDP 101 - Effects of Alcohol and Other Drugs


    3 Credit(s).

    Provides an overview of the physiological and psychological effects of alcohol and other drugs on the user; examines drug absorption, distribution, metabolism and half-life, tolerance and cross tolerance, and drug elimination for each drug classification. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052  or ESOL 054  or LVR 2 and ENGL 052  or ESOL 052  or LVE 2 or  
 

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