Catalog 2018-19 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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This inventory contains both credit and Continuing Education courses. Credit courses have a 4-letter course prefix, while Continuing Education courses have a 3-letter course prefix.
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Art, Design & Interactive Media |
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ARTD 106 - History of Art II
3 Credit(s).
Serves as a chronological introduction to world visual arts from c. 1400 CE to present. This introduction focuses on analyzing works within their own historic, religious, political, and social contexts, as well as art’s relationship to cross-cultural contexts. Emphasis will also be given to the influence of historic world art on contemporary arts, aesthetics, and cultures. Structural and formal elements will also be considered, as will the evolution of media and its impact on expression and the dissemination of ideas. This course will foster critical thinking skills by developing the ability to perceive, research, analyze, interpret, question, and articulate an understanding of art history in written, graphic, and verbal forms. A collective emphasis will focus on student understanding and the encouragement of an informed dialogue with our diverse cultural and artistic heritages. Note: This course is a globally intensive course that promotes intercultural competency and global awareness. Successful completion of this course contributes toward the 15 credits of globally intensive curriculum needed to earn the certificate of Global Distinction.
Prerequisite(s): ESOL 052 and ESOL 054 or or ACLT 053
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ARTD 109 - Introduction to Interactive Media
3 Credit(s).
Examines the use of computer technology to enhance presentations and create interactive educational and training materials; covers screen design, animation, and scripting. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ESOL 054 and ESOL 052 or or ACLT 053 or permission of the program coordinator.
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ARTD 110 - Two Dimensional Design
3 Credit(s).
Explores the elements and principles of design as applied to visual communication. Traditional and digital media are introduced as students work through a variety of visual design projects. Concept development and creativity are emphasized. This course is designed to prepare students for intermediate level visual arts courses in both transfer and career programs in art, design and interactive media. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ESOL 052 and ESOL 054 or or ACLT 053 or permission of program coordinator.
Lab Fee: $10.00
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ARTD 111 - Drawing I
3 Credit(s).
Explores the basics of drawing using a variety of traditional materials & digital media. A series of drawing exercises and projects will be used to investigate subjects including still life, architectural perspective & the human figure. This course prepares students for intermediate level visual arts courses in both transfer and career programs in art, design & interactive media or for personal enrichment. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ESOL 052 and ESOL 054 or or ACLT 053 or permission of program coordinator.
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ARTD 112 - Color Theory
3 Credit(s).
Explores the physical characteristics and psychological effects of color through exercises in various design applications. Emphasis is placed on the investigation of color effects that are used in the applied and fine arts. This course is designed to prepare students for intermediate level visual arts courses in both transfer and career programs in art, design and interactive media. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ESOL 052 and ESOL 054 or or ACLT 053 or permission of program coordinator.
Lab Fee: $10.00
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ARTD 113 - Three Dimensional Design
3 Credit(s).
Focuses on idea development using both traditional and nontraditional three dimensional materials and media. A hands on approach will be used in modeling, casting, carving, assemblage, mixed media, installation and time based artwork. Exploring a variety of subject matter, students will produce representational, abstract, and non objective artwork. This course prepares students for intermediate level visual arts courses in both transfer and career programs in art , design and interactive media. It may also be taken for personal enrichment. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ESOL 052 and ESOL 054 or or ACLT 053 or permission of program coordinator.
Lab Fee: $40.00
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ARTD 114 - Digital Photography I
3 Credit(s).
Explores the basics of digital camera operation, digital image capture, and the electronic output of photographic images for both screen-based and printed media. Students work through a series of technical and creative projects that provide a strong foundation in the hardware, software and techniques associated with digital photographic imaging. Students must have a digital camera. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ESOL 054 and ESOL 052 or or ACLT 053 permission of the program coordinator.
Lab Fee: $60.00
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ARTD 116 - Digital Imaging I
3 Credit(s).
Teaches the skills required for creating, manipulating, and publishing digital images for both print and interactive media; includes extensive exposure to bitmap editing software, as well as use of vector/draw programs to develop technical and creative processes. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Corequisite(s): ARTD 110 or written permission from program coordinator required.
Lab Fee: $20.00
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ARTD 120 - Sculpture I
3 Credit(s).
Introduces 3-D Design concepts and the techniques of modeling, casting, and carving; includes a variety of media in the exploration of representative and non-objective works and provides models for figure and portrait studies. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): or written permission from program coordinator required.
Lab Fee: $20.00
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ARTD 125 - Painting I
3 Credit(s).
Investigates various approaches to painting emphasizing basic methods and techniques of painting and color mixing; includes critical examination and discussion of classwork and outside assignments from the standpoint of formal organization. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week
Prerequisite(s): ARTD 111
Lab Fee: $10.00
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ARTD 126 - Watercolor Painting
3 Credit(s).
Develops painting and sketching techniques using transparent and opaque matter-based media; explores still life, landscape, and figure painting elements. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ARTD 111 or permission of program coordinator
Lab Fee: $10.00
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ARTD 130 - Ceramics I
3 Credit(s).
Explores ceramic materials and processes, emphasizing development of hand-building techniques and an introduction to the potter’s wheel; provides basic understanding of clay, glazes, and kiln operation. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Lab Fee: $50.00
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ARTD 135 - Printmaking
3 Credit(s). 3 Billable Hours
Introduces students to the fundamentals of printmaking, Techniques and concepts involving relief, stencil, calligraphy, and monotype printing will be explored. The historical traditions and contemporary practices of printmaking, including digital media will be discussed. 2 hours lecture and 3 hours lab per week NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): ESOL 054 and ESOL 052 or or ACLT 053
Lab Fee: $20.00
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ARTD 140 - Computer Illustration I
3 Credit(s).
Teaches students to develop vector-based illustrations using an industry standard postscript drawing program. Students create images for print and screen publication ranging from simple vignettes to complex spatial compositions with conceptual themes. Images will incorporate strategic use of design elements and principles. Projects are developed using the design process and visual communication principles based on a design firm environment. Students will see their projects through to printed output from a service bureau. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Corequisite(s): or written permission from program coordinator required.
Lab Fee: $20.00
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ARTD 142 - Typography
3 Credit(s).
Explores the art, craft, technical procedures, and concepts involved in producing successful typographic design, which is a fundamental component of visual communications. Topics include history, 20th century typographers, changes in printing technologies, anatomy, classification, measurement systems, and readability. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): and or written permission from program coordinator required.
Lab Fee: $20.00
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ARTD 144 - Design and Layout
3 Credit(s).
Focuses on design using the appropriate software for organization and placement of design assets within print layouts; survey topics include Gestalt principles, creative concepts, type specification, grid construction and destruction, color separation, history of layout design, copyright issues, and working with printers. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): and or written permission from program coordinator required
Lab Fee: $20.00
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ARTD 148 - Digital Video
3 Credit(s).
Explores basic video design elements as students use audio and video software to create non-linear video productions. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): or written consent of program coordinator.
Lab Fee: $20.00
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ARTD 150 - Animation
3 Credit(s).
Explores the application software, concepts and skills required to design and create both frame-based and time based animation. Topics include storyboarding, transitions, character hierarchy/structure, masks, typographic animation and audio-synchronization. Creativity and effective visual design are emphasized. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): and or written permission from program coordinator required.
Lab Fee: $20.00
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ARTD 153 - Interactive Scripting I
3 Credit(s).
Examines how to script animated projects using a time-based software package. Students learn how to develop cross-platform multimedia projects that utilize an ECMA-based scripting language to manipulate and control internal and external data. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Corequisite(s): with a minimum of C or higher or consent of instructor.
Lab Fee: $20.00
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ARTD 160 - Fundamentals of Black and White Photography
3 Credit(s).
Introduces contemporary black and white still photography; emphasizes basic film camera skills and darkroom techniques as foundation necessary for advanced study in photography. Students are required to supply a 35mm film camera with adjustable aperture and shutter speeds.
2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): Students must have a working 35mm camera with manual functions and the option to interchange lenses
Lab Fee: $60.00
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ARTD 205 - Modern and Contemporary Art History
3 Credit(s).
Introduces the development of world art and visual culture including architecture, monument, painting, sculpture, photography, film, video, and related arts from the mid-19th century to the present. Works of art are analyzed in depth through comparative cultural study of social, historical, and religious contexts. NOTE: Course offered once a year (fall or spring)
Prerequisite(s): ARTD 105 or ARTD 106 or permission from Program Coordinator
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ARTD 207 - Curation and Coordination: A Practical Experience
3 Credit(s).
Focuses on the contemporary practices of coordinating a gallery space through the curation of visual arts exhibitions. Students will learn through hands on experience in the CCBC Art Galleries, visiting local galleries/exhibits and meeting curators or coordinators and developing an individual exhibition proposal. NOTE: Course offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): ARTD 105 , ARTD 106 and ARTD 112 or permission from the program coordinator
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ARTD 211 - Drawing II
3 Credit(s).
Explores advanced drawing theories and practices emphasizing life drawing and anatomy; provides models. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): or written permission from program coordinator required
Lab Fee: $15.00
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ARTD 220 - Sculpture II
3 Credit(s).
Develops principles and techniques of sculpture through the use of a variety of materials; constructions using welding, woodworking, and other methods will be explored. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): or written permission from program coordinator required
Lab Fee: $15.00
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ARTD 225 - Painting II
3 Credit(s).
Develops painting skills and methods emphasizing compositional organization and the use of color as an expressive element; provides models for figure or portrait studies and includes critical analysis of assignments. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): or written permission from program coordinator required
Lab Fee: $15.00
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ARTD 230 - Ceramics II
3 Credit(s).
Develops hand-building techniques; emphasizes perfecting of skills of throwing on the wheel, glazing, and other surface enhancement techniques. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): or written permission from program coordinator required
Lab Fee: $50.00
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ARTD 232 - Graphic Design Studio
3 Credit(s).
Teaches students to plan, design, and produce graphics for a variety of corporate products and services. Students will create designs that are calibrated for modern production techniques, integrate graphic media, and incorporate complex digital imaging. Assignments are based on professional case studies and stress exploration of design ideas and methods. Students will learn to craft and deliver an advanced design concept and visual message. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week. NOTE: Course offered once a year (fall or spring)
Prerequisite(s): and ARTD 144 or permission of program coordinator
Lab Fee: $20.00
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ARTD 233 - Illustration Studio
3 Credit(s).
Introduces advanced illustration concepts and techniques; explores the production of illustrations in a variety of mediums and styles; challenges students to produce strong, creative solutions for design problems; encourages students to explore and develop a personal style of illustration. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week. NOTE: Course offered once a year (fall or spring)
Prerequisite(s): ARTD 116 and ARTD 140 or permission of program coordinator
Lab Fee: $20.00
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ARTD 236 - Design Screen Based Media
3 Credit(s).
Explores application software, concepts and skills required to design and create screen-based media. Topics include hypertext markup language, image preparation, web site preparation, site organization, and effective interface design using a variety of authoring software packages. Creativity and effective visual design are emphasized. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ESOL 052 and ESOL 054 or or ACLT 053 ; ARTD 109 and or permission of the program coordinator.
Lab Fee: $20.00
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ARTD 238 - Interactive Scripting II
3 Credit(s).
Introduces programming using an event driven programming environment with an emphasis on simulation and game application; includes use of computers for learning games; event driven programming concepts; game hardware integration; usability and algorithm development; covers variables, functions, user centered design, control structures, data structures and random events. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of “C” in or consent of the program coordinator
Lab Fee: $20.00
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ARTD 240 - 3D Modeling and Animation
3 Credit(s).
Explores the creation of 3D imagery for use in both print and interactive media. Major topics include the fundamentals of 3D modeling; including materials, textures, and surfacing, as well as lighting and scene creation. Project workflow and appropriate file formats for print and screen-based delivery are covered as students work through a series of progressively more complex illustration projects. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ARTD 116 and ARTD 140 or written permission from program coordinator required. This course may not be offered in all semesters, see registration schedule
Lab Fee: $20.00
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ARTD 241 - Sculpture III
3 Credit(s).
Explores advanced theories and practices related to additive and subtractive sculpture approaches in the round and in relief; provides models for figure and portrait studies. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): or written permission from program coordinator required
Lab Fee: $15.00
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ARTD 250 - Digital Photography II
3 Credit(s).
Teaches intermediate level digital imaging techniques and processes currently used in the field of commercial photography, including the production of large, high-resolution digital prints for portfolio presentation and exhibition. Students must have a digital camera. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ARTD 114 or permission of program coordinator
Lab Fee: $60.00
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ARTD 254 - Photojournalism
3 Credit(s).
Challenges students to function as working professional freelance photographers. Assignments provide the student with a format to research a project, produce a body of publishable work, edit the visual story and write captions for their photographs. This course stresses the need to develop a signature style and produce photographs that have the power to influence while working in the social landscape. Digital equipment and imaging software, as well as conventional cameras, may be used to accomplish course goals. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ARTD 114 or written permission from program coordinator required
Lab Fee: $60.00
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ARTD 256 - Photography Studio
3 Credit(s).
Introduces the principles of artificial lighting and digital camera work as they are applied in commercial studio photography; teaches commercial portrait and small product photography techniques through demonstrations and assigned projects; covers view camera techniques specific to small product photography; stresses professionalism and quality. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ARTD 250 or permission of program coordinator
Lab Fee: $60.00
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ARTD 258 - Portfolio Development
3 Credit(s).
Explores the dynamics involved in the preparation of a professional portfolio for transfer to a four-year art or design program. Emphasizes development of new work, revision discussion, and analysis of student work under consideration for inclusion into the portfolio. 2 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week. NOTE: Course offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): ARTD 111 and ARTD 116 and consent of the program coordinator
Lab Fee: $20.00
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ARTD 293 - Independent Study in ARTD
3 Credit(s).
Course is offered independently to students.
NOTE: Course is offered every Fall and Spring semester.
Prerequisite(s): Need permission from the Program Coordinator.
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Arts and Sciences |
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ARSC 103 - Natural Science
3 Credit(s).
Presents a survey of the fundamental principles in physics, chemistry, astronomy, earth sciences, and biology; includes origin of the universe, formation of the earth, origin of life, evolution, advances in technology, and problems confronting ecosystems. NOTE: Course offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ESOL 052 and ESOL 054 or or ACLT 053 ; and MATH 082
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ARSC 104 - Great Perspectives in Science
3 Credit(s).
Presents a review of developments in the natural sciences; discusses such topics as atomic theory, relativity, genetics, and cosmology and a variety of individuals such as Aristotle, Galileo, Newton, and Darwin. NOTE: Course offered less than once a year.
Prerequisite(s): ESOL 052 and ESOL 054 or or ACLT 053 ; and MATH 082
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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): and or ; and
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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. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): and or or ACLT 053 ; and MATH 081
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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ASTM 102 - Astronomy Laboratory
1 Credit(s).
Utilizes astronomical techniques and analyzes data regarding astronomical observations. It may require activities, such as telescope observing and field trips, outside of scheduled laboratory hours. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in or successful completion with a “C” or better of
Lab Fee: $30.00
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ASTM 291 - Independent Study: Astronomy
1 Credit(s).
Provides opportunities to explore specific astronomical topics in detail; includes archeoastronomy, planets, stellar evolution, space astronomy and cosmology.
Prerequisite(s): ASTM 101 or ERSC 101
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ASTM 292 - Independent Study: Astronomy
2 Credit(s).
Provides opportunities to explore specific astronomical topics in detail; includes archeoastronomy, planets, stellar evolution, space astronomy and cosmology.
Prerequisite(s): ASTM 101 or ERSC 101
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ASTM 293 - Independent Study: Astronomy
3 Credit(s).
Provides opportunities to explore specific astronomical topics in detail; includes archeoastronomy, planets, stellar evolution, space astronomy and cosmology.
Prerequisite(s): ASTM 101 or ERSC 101
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Automotive Technology |
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AUTO 100 - Introduction to Automotive Technology
5 Credit(s).
Introduces students to automotive technology, service and light repair. Topics covered include utilization of on-line information systems, hazardous material handling, tools and equipment, vehicle safety, vehicle hoisting, multipoint vehicle inspection, and vehicle maintenance and light repair. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Lab Fee: $60.00
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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. NOTE: Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AUTO 131
Lab Fee: $100.00
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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. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AUTO 100 or written permission from program coordinator required.
Corequisite(s): ESOL 054 and ESOL 052 or ACLT 052 or ACLT 053 ; and MATH 081
Lab Fee: $100.00
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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. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AUTO 100 or written permission from program coordinator required.
Corequisite(s): ESOL 054 and ESOL 052 or ACLT 052 or ACLT 053 ; and MATH 081
Lab Fee: $100.00
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AUTO 136 - Repairing Automotive Electrical Systems
5 Credit(s).
Introduces 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. NOTE: Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AUTO 131
Lab Fee: $100.00
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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. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AUTO 100 or written permission from program coordinator required.
Corequisite(s): ESOL 054 and ESOL 052 or ACLT 052 or ACLT 053 ; and MATH 081
Lab Fee: $100.00
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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. NOTE: Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AUTO 131 or written permission from program coordinator required.
Corequisite(s): ESOL 054 and ESOL 052 or ACLT 052 or ACLT 053 ; and MATH 081
Lab Fee: $100.00
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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. NOTE: Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AUTO 100 or written permission from program coordinator required.
Corequisite(s): ESOL 054 and ESOL 052 or ACLT 052 or ACLT 053 ; and MATH 081
Lab Fee: $100.00
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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. NOTE: Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AUTO 131 and AUTO 141
Lab Fee: $100.00
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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. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AUTO 100 or written permission from program coordinator required.
Corequisite(s): ESOL 054 and ESOL 052 or ACLT 052 or ACLT 053 ; and MATH 081
Lab Fee: $100.00
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AUTO 181 - Cooperative Education I
1 Credit(s).
Provides an opportunity for Off-Campus Work Experience in Automotive Technology; this internship is required by General Motors (ASEP), Ford Motor Company (ASSET), Toyota Motors (T-TEN) programs, and Global/Mopar CAP Local; programs are a minimum of eight weeks in length and are 40 hours per week. NOTE: Course offered once a year (fall or spring).
Lab Fee: $40.00
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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. NOTE: Course offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): AUTO 156 or AUTO 151 , AUTO 131 and AUTO 141
Lab Fee: $100.00
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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. NOTE: Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AUTO 161
Lab Fee: $100.00
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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.
NOTE: Course offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): , , , and
Lab Fee: $40.00
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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. Note: This course is a globally intensive course that promotes intercultural competency and global awareness. Successful completion of this course contributes toward the 15 credits of globally intensive curriculum needed to earn the certificate of Global Distinction. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): and or or ACLT 053 or equivalent placement test scores
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AVMT 141 - Private Pilot Ground School
3 Credit(s).
Provides all required ground instruction for the Private Pilot Certificate. Upon successful completion of this course, students will receive an endorsement to take the FAA Private Pilot knowledge examination. Topics include aerodynamics, aircraft systems, aircraft control and operation, communications, airspace, navigation, weight and balance, meteorology, FAA regulations, Crew Resource Management (CRM) and aircraft performance. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Corequisite(s): ACLT 052 and MATH 082
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AVMT 142 - Private Pilot Certification - Airplane
3 Credit(s).
Provides academic, flight, and simulator training towards the completion of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Private Pilot Certificate, Airplane category. Topics include preflight procedures, airport operations, takeoffs, landings, performances 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. NOTE: Course offered every fall and spring semester
Prerequisite(s): AVMT 141 (concurrent) or with Aviation Program Coordinator approval
Lab Fee: $13,500.00
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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. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Corequisite(s): AVMT 141
Lab Fee: $2,700.00
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AVMT 144 - Private Pilot Certification- Helicopter
3 Credit(s).
Provides academic, flight and simulator training towards the completion of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Private Pilot Certificate, Helicopter class. Topics include preflight procedures, airport and heliport operations, takeoffs and landings, performance and hovering maneuvers, navigation, basic instrument maneuvers, emergency procedures, night flying operations, safety, and postflight procedures. This course has additional lab fees. NOTE: Course offered every fall and spring semester
Prerequisite(s): AVMT 141 or (concurrent) or with Aviation Program Coordinator approval
Lab Fee: $22,500.00
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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. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
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AVMT 161 - Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operations
3 Credit(s).
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. NOTE: Course offered every fall and spring semester.
Prerequisite(s): and or approval from Aviation Program Coordinator
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AVMT 162 - Unmanned Aircraft Systems Flight Training
3 Credit(s).
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. NOTE: Course offered every fall and spring semester
Prerequisite(s): (concurrent) or approval from Aviation Program Coordinator
Lab Fee: $650.00
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AVMT 173 - Internship I
3 Credit(s).
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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. NOTE: Course offered once a year (fall or spring).
Prerequisite(s): AVMT 101 and AVMT 141
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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. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AVMT 101 and AVMT 141
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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. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AVMT 101 and AVMT 141
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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. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AVMT 101 and AVMT 141
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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. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Corequisite(s): AVMT 221
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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. NOTE: 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 125 or higher; ENGL 101 or higher
Lab Fee: $925.00
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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. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AVMT 227 with a grade of “B” or better
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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. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AVMT 227 with a grade of “B” or better
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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. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AVMT 227 with a grade of “B” or better
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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. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AVMT 141 or Private Pilot Certificate
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AVMT 242 - Instrument Pilot Rating - Airplane
3 Credit(s).
Provides academic, flight, and simulator training towards the completion of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Instrument Rating, Airplane category. Topics include preflight preparation, air traffic control clearances and communications, flight by reference to instruments, navigation systems, instrument approach procedures, emergency operations, safety, and postflight procedures. This course has additional lab fees. NOTE: Course offered every fall and spring semester
Prerequisite(s): AVMT 241 (concurrent) or with Aviation Program Coordinator approval
Lab Fee: $12,200.00
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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
Lab Fee: $1,700.00
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AVMT 244 - Instrument Pilot Rating - Helicopter
3 Credit(s).
Provides academic, flight and simulator training towards the completion of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Instrument Rating, Helicopter class. Topics include preflight preparation, air traffic control clearances and communications, flight by reference to instruments, navigation systems, instrument approach procedures, emergency operations, safety, and postflight procedures. This course has additional lab fees. NOTE: Course offered every fall and spring semester
Prerequisite(s): AVMT 144 (prerequisite) and AVMT 241 or ( AVMT 241 concurrent) or with Aviation Program Coordinator approval
Lab Fee: $22,500.00
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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). NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AVMT 141 or Private Pilot Certificate
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AVMT 247 - Commercial Pilot Certification - Airplane
3 Credit(s).
Provides academic, flight, and simulator training towards the completion of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Pilot Certificates, Airplane category, Single and Multi-Engine. Topics include preflight preparation, specialty takeoffs and landings, commercial pilot maneuvers, advanced navigation, slow flight, stalls, spin awareness, emergency procedures, safety, high-altitude flight operations, and postflight procedures. This course has additional lab fees. NOTE: Course offered every fall and spring semester
Prerequisite(s): AVMT 142 (prerequisite) and AVMT 246 (concurrent) or with Aviation Program Coordinator approval
Lab Fee: $24,800.00
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AVMT 248 - Commercial Pilot Certification - Helicopter
3 Credit(s).
Provides academic, flight and simulator training towards the completion of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Pilot Certificate, Helicopter class. Topics include preflight preparation, precision approaches, takeoffs and landings, commercial pilot maneuvers, advanced navigation, hovering flight, emergency procedures, safety, and postflight procedures. This course has additional lab fees. NOTE: Course offered every fall and spring semester
Prerequisite(s): AVMT 144 (prerequisite) and AVMT 246 (concurrent) or with Aviation Program Coordinator approval
Lab Fee: $18,200.00
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AVMT 249 - Commercial Pilot Certification- Airplane SE
3 Credit(s).
Provides academic, flight and simulator training towards the completion of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Pilot Certificate, Airplane category, Single-Engine. Topics include preflight preparation, specialty takeoffs and landings, commercial pilot maneuvers, advanced navigation, slow flight, stalls, spin awareness, emergency procedures, safety, high-altitude flight operation, and postflight procedures. This course has additional lab fees. NOTE: Course offered every fall and spring semester.
Prerequisite(s): AVMT 142 (prerequisite) and AVMT 246 (concurrent) or with Aviation Program Coordinator approval
Lab Fee: $20,500.00
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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. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AVMT 101 and AVMT 141
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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. NOTE: Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): AVMT 101 and AVMT 141
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AVMT 258 - Aircraft Dispatcher
3 Credit(s).
Provides the practical skills and knowledge required for the FAA Aircraft Dispatcher certificate. Topics include aircraft scheduling, tracking, control, and aircraft performance. Software planning tools such as flight routing systems, crew scheduling, and weather analysis will be utilized. Note: This is an abbreviated certification course only available to students in the Aviation Program who comply with stated pre-reqs or co-reqs. This course has additional lab fees. NOTE: Course offered every fall and spring semester
Prerequisite(s): AVMT 241 or approval from Aviation Program Coordinator
Lab Fee: $2,600.00
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AVMT 259 - Comprehensive Aircraft Dispatcher
3 Credit(s).
Provides the practical skills and knowledge required for the FAA Aircraft Dispatcher certificate. Topics include aircraft scheduling, tracking, control, and aircraft performance computations. Software planning tools such as flight routing systems, crew scheduling, and weather analysis will be utilized. This is a full certification course for students not enrolled in the Aviation Program. Additional lab fees apply. NOTE: Course offered every fall and spring semester
Corequisite(s): AVMT 101 or approval from the Program Director
Lab Fee: $4,700.00
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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. NOTE: Course offered every fall and spring and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): and or approval from the Aviation Program Coordinator
Lab Fee: $6,000.00
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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. NOTE: Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): and or approval from Aviation Program Coordinator
Lab Fee: $8,000.00
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