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Course Descriptions


 

The numbers in parentheses listed following the course description, Semester Hours:  (3 - 3 - 0), are explained below:

  • The first digit is the number of semester credit hours for the course.
  • The second digit is the number of lecture hours per week in a regular 16 week semester.
  • The third digit is the number of laboratory/clinical/internship/practicum hours per week in a regular 16 week semester.

Hours met per week are based on semester-length classes; courses of shorter semesters during such as flex classes, will meet for more hours per week for equivalency.

 
  
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    BIOL 1322 - Nutrition


    Prerequisites: CHEM 1405 or (CHEM 1305 and CHEM 1105) or higher, all with a grade of “C” or better.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    Study of the chemical, physical, and sensory properties of food; nutritional quality; and food use and diet applications.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0501.51 09

  
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    BIOL 1323 - Consumer Nutrition (for Non-science Majors)


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    This course is a survey course for non-science majors. Topics of current interest including weight control, food labeling, diet in relation to health and physical fitness, and age- and health related nutritional needs are studied.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0501.51

  
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    BIOL 1406 - Biology for Science Majors I


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    This course is suitable for science majors and those students intending to pursue careers in health and allied fields. Topics include the nature, history and philosophy of science, basic chemistry, cell structure and function, genetics, evolution and classification of living organisms.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 26.0101.51 03

  
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    BIOL 1407 - Biology for Science Majors II


    Prerequisites: BIOL 1406 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    Topics include the anatomy and physiology of plants and animals as well as principles of ecology.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 26.0101.51 03

  
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    BIOL 1408 - Biology for Non-Science Majors I


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    Fundamental principles of living organisms including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of reproduction, genetics, ecology, and the scientific method are included.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 26.0101.51 03

  
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    BIOL 1409 - Biology for Non-Science Majors II


    Prerequisites: BIOL 1408 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    Fundamental principles of living organisms including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of reproduction, genetics, ecology, and the scientific method are included.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 26.0101.51 03

  
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    BIOL 2106 - Environmental Biology (Lab)


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    A laboratory course designed to complement the BIOL 2306 lecture. Selected laboratory studies will relate to topics in the BIOL 2306 lecture.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-3)

    CIP: 03.0103.51 01

  
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    BIOL 2306 - Environmental Biology (Lecture)


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    This course is a study of human interrelationships and their interdependence with the environment. Studies will include the impact of human activities on the environment and their effect on natural and human resources. This course includes an evaluation of present and future strategies to preserve a healthy environment.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 03.0103.51 01

  
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    BIOL 2370 - Fundamentals of Pathology


    Prerequisites: BIOL 2420 or 2421 both with a grade of “C” or better.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    This course includes a study of morphology, function, and secretion of selected normal and diseased cells, tissues, and organs. This is a writing-intensive (WI) course.

    Unique Need Course: Check with your transfer institution to verify acceptance of courses.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

  
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    BIOL 2389 - Academic Cooperative for the Biological Sciences


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Experience working with biologists through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and the student. Under the supervision of the college and employer, the student will combine classroom learning and work experience. Academic learning objectives and job-related goals will be assessed.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 26.0101.52 03

  
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    BIOL 2401 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    Recommendation: Students should take CHEM 1405 prior to enrollment in this class.
    Students study the structure and function of cells, tissues and body systems with emphasis on the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous systems including the special senses.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 26.0707.51 03

  
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    BIOL 2402 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II


    Prerequisites: BIOL 2401 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    Students study the structure and function of the endocrine, digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, genitourinary, and reproductive systems. Human growth, development and genetics are also included.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 26.0707.51 03

  
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    BIOL 2404 - Human Anatomy and Physiology


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    For non-science majors. This course includes a study of the structure and function of the human body, including the neuroendocrine, integumentary, musculoskeletal, digestive, urinary, reproductive, respiratory, and circulatory systems.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 26.0707.51 03

  
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    BIOL 2406 - Environmental Biology (Lecture & Lab)


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    This course includes a study of basic environmental relationships between human, plant and animal communities including life cycles and identification.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 03.0103.51 01

  
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    BIOL 2416 - Genetics


    Prerequisites: (CHEM 1411 or CHEM 1412 or [CHEM 2223 and CHEM 2323] or [CHEM 2225 and CHEM 2325]) AND (BIOL 1406 or BIOL 1407 or BIOL 1411 or BIOL 1413 or BIOL 2401 or BIOL 2402 or BIOL 2421) all with a grade of “C” or better.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    Study of the principles of molecular and classical genetics and the function and transmission of hereditary material. May include population genetics and genetic engineering.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-4)

    CIP: 26.0804.51 03

  
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    BIOL 2420 - Microbiology for Nursing and Allied Health


    Prerequisites: (CHEM 1305 and CHEM 1105) or (CHEM 1405 or higher) with a grade of “C” or better.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    This course includes a study of the microbiology and pathology vital to the paramedical health profession, upon which infectious diseases and their prevention and nursing care depend. Special emphasis is placed on disease etiology, epidemiology and host-parasite interactions.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-4)

    CIP: 26.0503.51 03

  
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    BIOL 2421 - Microbiology for Science Majors


    Prerequisites: Any two:(CHEM 1411 or CHEM 1412 or [CHEM 2223 and CHEM 2323] or [CHEM 2225 and CHEM 2325]); AND any two: (BIOL 1406 or BIOL 1407 or BIOL 1411 or BIOL 1413 or BIOL 2401 or BIOL 2402 or BIOL 2416) all with a grade of “C” or better.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    Study of the morphology, physiology, taxonomy of representative groups of pathogenic and nonpathogenic microorganisms. Pure cultures of microorganisms grown on selected media are used in learning laboratory techniques. Includes a survey of food microbes, public health, medical microbiology and immunology.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-4)

    CIP: 26.0503.51 03

  
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    BMGT 1307 - Team Building


    Principles of building and sustaining teams in organizations. Includes team dynamics, process improvement, trust and collaboration, conflict resolution, and the role of the individual in the team.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0201

  
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    BMGT 1309 - Information and Project Management


    Critical path methods for planning and controlling projects. Includes time/cost tradeoffs, resource utilization, stochastic considerations, task determination, time management, scheduling management, status reports, budget management, customer service, professional attitude, and project supervision.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0201

  
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    BMGT 1327 - Principles of Management


    Concepts, terminology, principles, theories, and issues in the field of management.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0201

  
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    BMGT 1331 - Production and Operations Management


    Fundamentals of the various techniques used in the practice of production management to include location,

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0205

  
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    BMGT 1341 - Business Ethics


    Discussion of ethical issues, the development of a moral frame of reference and the need for an awareness of social justice in management practices and business activities. Review of ethical responsibilities and relationships between organizational department, divisions, executive management, and the public

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0201

  
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    BMGT 1345 - Communication Skills for Managers


    Comprehensive study of communication skills for managers. Includes techniques in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Emphasizes clear, concise written and verbal/non-verbal communication. Also covers skills for time management.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0201

  
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    BMGT 1382 - Cooperative Education - Business Administration and Management, General


    Prerequisites: BMGT 1327

    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.

    Semester Hours: (3-1-20)

    CIP: 52.0201

  
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    BMGT 2303 - Problem-Solving and Decision-Making


    Decision-making and problem-solving processes in organizations, utilizing logical and creative problem-solving techniques. Application of theory is provided by experiential activities such as small group discussions, case studies, and the use of other managerial decision aids.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0201

  
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    BMGT 2309 - Leadership


    Concepts of leadership and its relationship to management. Prepares the student with leadership and

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0201

  
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    BMGT 2310 - Financial Management


    Prerequisites: ACCT 2301 and MATH 0301 with a C or better.

    Emphasis on the development and use of accounting information to support managerial decision-making processes in manufacturing, service, and for-profit settings. Topics include managerial concepts and systems, various analysis for decision making, and planning and control.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0201

  
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    BMGT 2331 - Principles of Quality Management


    Includes planning and implementing quality programs in an organization and analyzing costs/benefit of quality. Also covers the impact of employee empowerment.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0201

  
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    BMGT 2341 - Strategic Management


    Prerequisites: BMGT 1327 and MRKG 1311 and HRPO 2307 and ACCT 2301 (concurrent enrollment allowed), or department approval.

    A study of the strategic management process, including analysis of how organizations develop and implement a strategy for achieving organizational objectives in a changing environment.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0201

  
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    BMGT 2383 - Cooperative Education - Business Administration and Management, General


    Prerequisites: BMGT 1327

    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered though an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.

    Semester Hours: (3-1-20)

    CIP: 52.0201

  
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    BNKG 1191 - Special Topics in Banking and Financial Support Services


    Prerequisites: Department approval.

    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 52.0803

  
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    BNKG 1291 - Special Topics in Banking and Financial Support Services


    Prerequisites: Department approval.

    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-0)

    CIP: 52.0803

  
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    BNKG 1303 - Principles of Bank Operation


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    Overview of the fundamental banking functions and the role of regulation in the banking industry. Explanation of financial products and services to various markets.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0803

  
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    BNKG 1340 - Money and Financial Markets


    Monetary policy and its related effects on financial intermediaries. Includes financial markets, regulatory functions, and structures. Addresses investment and funds management.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0803

  
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    BNKG 1343 - Law and Banking


    An introduction to basic sources of law and banking regulation. Emphasis on the laws relating to contracts, negotiable instruments, secured transactions, and consumer credit.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0803

  
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    BNKG 1345 - Consumer Lending


    A study of the different types of consumer loans. Identify the federal regulations and state laws pertaining to collection and serving of a consumer loan and relate consumer credit to the lending process.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0803

  
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    BNKG 1349 - Commercial Lending


    Overview of the commercial lending market and process with emphasis on credit analysis, evaluation, federal regulation, and state laws.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0803

  
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    BNKG 1351 - Selling Bank/Financial Products and Services


    Characteristics and benefits of bank products and services. Emphasis on the personal selling process and quality customer service. Application of personal selling, cross-selling, and related product benefits to individual customer needs.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0803

  
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    BNKG 1353 - Mortgage Lending


    Prerequisites: BNKG 1303

    Overview of the mortgage lending market and process. Emphasis on documentation, credit evaluation, federal regulation, and state laws related to mortgage loans.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0803

  
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    BNKG 1356 - Analyzing Financial Statements


    A study of the process of evaluating financial statements, cash flow, and ratio analysis of individuals and businesses. Emphasis on the relationship of comparative analysis and industry standards.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0803

  
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    BNKG 1359 - Loan Servicing


    Examination of how mortgage lenders handle loans from the time a loan is closed until the final payment is made. Focus on the legal aspects and actual procedures used in the daily operations of the loan servicing function. Topics include escrow accounting, contract servicing, governmental regulations, taxing authorities and establishing tax rates and economic impacts of delinquency.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0803

  
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    BNKG 1391 - Special Topics in Banking and Financial Support Services


    Prerequisites: Department approval.

    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0803

  
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    BNKG 1491 - Special Topics in Banking and Financial Support Services


    Prerequisites: Department approval.

    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 52.0803

  
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    BNKG 2380 - Cooperative Education


    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.

    Semester Hours: (3-1-20)

    CIP: 52.0803

  
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    BNKG 2389 - Internship - Banking and Financial Support Services


    Prerequisites: Departmental approval

    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.

    Semester Hours: (3-0-16)

    CIP: 52.0803

  
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    BUSA 1313 - Investments


    An overview of the theory and mechanics of business investment decisions and management of business financial assets using quantitative management techniques. Topics include time value of money, cash flow, capital budgeting, sources of funds, break-even analysis, and investment decisions.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0807

  
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    BUSA 1315 - Investments and Securities


    A study of relevant terminology and changes in the stock market as a result of economic and political events and changes in interest rates and taxes.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0807

  
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    BUSG 2307 - Legal and Social Environment of Business


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    The role of law in business and society including government regulations of business, legal reasoning, sources of law, social policy, legal institutions, antitrust, security regulations, consumer protection, environmental laws, worker health and safety, employment discrimination, and other laws affecting business.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0101

  
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    BUSG 2309 - Small Business Management


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    Starting and operating a small business. Includes facts about a small business, essential management skills, how to prepare a business plan, financial needs, marketing strategies, and legal issues

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0703

  
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    BUSI 1301 - Business Principles


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Introduction to the role of business in modern society. Includes overview of business operations, analysis of the specialized fields within the business organization, and development of a business vocabulary.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0101.51 04

  
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    BUSI 1307 - Personal Finance


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    Personal and family accounts, budgets and budgetary control, bank accounts, charge accounts, borrowing, investing, insurance, standards of living, renting or home ownership, and wills and trust plans. NOTE: This course is not part of the business field of study and may not transfer toward a degree in business.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0401.51.09

  
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    BUSI 2301 - Business Law I


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Principles of law which form the legal framework for business activity.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0101.51 24

  
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    CDEC 1164 - Practicum (or Field Experience) - Child Development


    Prerequisites: CDEC 1321, or concurrent enrollment

    Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-7)

    CIP: 19.0706

  
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    CDEC 1165 - Practicum (or Field Experience) - Child Development


    Prerequisites: CDEC 1164, and CDEC 1319 or concurrent enrollment

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0300
    Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-7)

    CIP: 19.0706

  
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    CDEC 1311 - Educating Young Children


    Cross-Listed With: TECA 1311

    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    An introduction to the education of the young child. Includes developmentally appropriate practices and programs, theoretical and historical perspectives, ethical and professional responsibilities, and current issues. Course content is aligned with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards. Requires students to participate in a minimum of 16 hours of field experience with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 13.1210

  
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    CDEC 1313 - Curriculum Resources for Early Childhood Programs


    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    A study of the fundamentals of developmentally appropriate curriculum design and implementation in early care and education programs for children.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0709

  
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    CDEC 1319 - Child Guidance


    An exploration of guidance strategies for promoting pro-social behaviors with individual and groups of children. Emphasis on positive guidance principles and techniques, family involvement, and cultural influences. Practical application through direct participation with children.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0709

  
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    CDEC 1321 - The Infant and Toddler


    A study of appropriate infant and toddler programs (birth to age 3), including an overview of development, quality routines, learning environments, materials and activities, and teaching/guidance techniques.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0709

  
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    CDEC 1323 - Observation and Assessment


    A study of observation skills, assessment techniques, and documentation of children’s development.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0709

  
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    CDEC 1341 - CDA Preparation for Assessment


    Prerequisites: (CDEC 2322 & CDEC 1380) or (CDEC 2324 & CDEC 1381)

    Corequisites: (CDEC 2322 & CDEC 1380) or (CDEC 2324 & CDEC 1381)

    Preparation for the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential assessment. Includes writing CDA competency statements and completing a CDA professional file, and preparing for formal CDA observation and assessment.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0709

  
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    CDEC 1356 - Emergent Literacy for Early Childhood


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching young children language and literacy through a play-based integrated curriculum.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0706

  
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    CDEC 1358 - Creative Arts for Early Childhood


    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching children music, movement, visual arts, and dramatic play through process-oriented experiences to support divergent thinking.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0709

  
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    CDEC 1359 - Children with Special Needs


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    A survey of information regarding children with special needs including possible causes and characteristics of exceptionalities, intervention strategies, available resources, referral processes, the advocacy role, and legislative issues.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0709

  
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    CDEC 1380 - Cooperative Education - Child Care Provider/Assistant


    Corequisites: CDEC 2322

    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.

    Semester Hours: (3-1-20)

    CIP: 19.0709

  
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    CDEC 1381 - Cooperative Education - Child Care Provider/Assistant


    Corequisites: CDEC 2324

    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.

    Semester Hours: (3-1-20)

    CIP: 19.0709

  
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    CDEC 1392 - Special Topics in Child Development


    Prerequisites: TECA 1311

    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0706

  
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    CDEC 1393 - Special Topics in Early Childhood and Teaching


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 13.1210

  
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    CDEC 1396 - Special Topics in Child Care and Support Services Management


    Prerequisites: TECA 1311 and CDEC 1392

    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0708

  
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    CDEC 1480 - Cooperative Education - Child Care Provider/Assistant


    Prerequisites: CDEC 1321, CDEC 1319, or concurrent enrollment

    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.

    Semester Hours: (4-1-29)

    CIP: 19.0709

  
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    CDEC 1481 - Cooperative Education - Child Care Provider/Assistant


    Prerequisites: CDEC 1321, CDEC 1319, or concurrent enrollment

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0300
    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.

    Semester Hours: (4-1-29)

    CIP: 19.0709

  
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    CDEC 2280 - Cooperative Education - Child Care Provider/Assistant


    Prerequisites: Capstone course - must be taken during very last semester.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.

    Semester Hours: (2-1-8)

    CIP: 19.0709

  
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    CDEC 2307 - Math and Science for Early Childhood


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0300
    An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching children math and science concepts and process skills through discovery and play.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0709

  
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    CDEC 2322 - Child Development Associate Training II


    Corequisites: CDEC 1380

    A continuation of the study of the requirements for the Child Development Associate credential (CDA). The six functional areas of study include safe, healthy, learning environment, self, social, and guidance.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0709

  
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    CDEC 2324 - Child Development Associate Training III


    Corequisites: CDEC 1381

    Continuation of the requirements for the Child Development Associate credential (CDA). The three functional areas of study include family, program management and professionalism.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0709

  
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    CDEC 2326 - Administration of Programs for Children I


    Prerequisites: CDEC 1311/TECA 1311, CDEC 1318/TECA 1318

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0300
    Application of management procedures for early care and education programs. Includes planning, operating, supervising, and evaluating programs. Topics cover philosophy, types of programs, policies, fiscal management, regulations, staffing, evaluation, and communication.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0708

  
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    CDEC 2341 - The School Age Child


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0300
    A study of appropriate programs for the school age child (5 to 13 years), including an overview of learning development, environments, materials, and activities and teaching/guidance techniques.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0709

  
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    CDEC 2428 - Administration of Programs for Children II


    Prerequisites: CDEC 2326 or concurrent enrollment

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0300
    An in-depth study of the skills and techniques in managing early care and education programs, including legal and ethical issues, personnel management, team building, leadership, conflict resolution, stress management, advocacy, professionalism, fiscal analysis, technical applications in programs, and planning parent education/partnerships.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 19.0708

  
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    CETT 1429 - Solid State Devices


    Prerequisites: CETT 1409

    A study of diodes, transistor characteristics and other semiconductor devices, including analysis of static and dynamic characteristics, biasing techniques, and thermal considerations.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 15.1201

  
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    CETT 1441 - Solid State Circuits


    Prerequisites: CETT 1429 and credit or enrollment in CETT 1472

    This course is a study of special purpose semiconductor devices, circuits, and applications including bipolar transistors, JFETs, MOSFETs, oscillators, switching circuits, thyristors, optoelectronic devices, and special application diodes. The emphasis is placed on circuit analysis, obtaining and using manufacturers’ specifications, and circuit construction and measurements in the laboratory.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 15.1201

  
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    CHEM 1104 - Chemical Calculations


    Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in CHEM 1411 or CHEM 1311

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course is a study of the mathematical applications used in chemistry. Designed for science and engineering students, it includes the development of problem-solving skills for general chemistry.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-3)

    CIP: 40.0502.52 03

  
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    CHEM 1105 - Introductory Chemistry Laboratory I


    Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 1305 with a grade of “C” or higher, or concurrent enrollment in CHEM 1305

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    This laboratory course, designed to accompany CHEM 1305, provides an introduction to methods and techniques of chemical experimentation, and emphasizes the study of the principles of inorganic chemistry.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-3)

    CIP: 40.0501.51 03

  
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    CHEM 1107 - Introductory Chemistry Laboratory II


    Prerequisites: Credit for CHEM 1105 or CHEM 1405 with a grade of “C” or better, and credit or concurrent enrollment in CHEM 1307.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    This laboratory course is designed to accompany CHEM 1307 with an emphasis on organic chemistry and biochemistry.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-3)

    CIP: 40.0501.51 03

  
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    CHEM 1111 - General Chemistry Laboratory I


    Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 1311 with a grade”C” or higher or concurrent enrollment in CHEM 1311

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    Basic laboratory experiments supporting theoretical principles presented in CHEM 1311; introduction of the scientific method, experimental design, data collection and analysis, and preparation of laboratory reports.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-4)

    CIP: 40.0501.52 03

  
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    CHEM 1112 - General Chemistry Laboratory II


    Prerequisites: Credit for CHEM 1111 or CHEM 1411 with a grade of “C” or better, and credit or concurrent enrollment in CHEM 1312.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    Basic laboratory experiments supporting theoretical principles presented in CHEM 1312; introduction of the scientific method, experimental design, chemical instrumentation, data collection and analysis, and preparation of laboratory reports.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-4)

    CIP: 40.0501.52 03

  
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    CHEM 1305 - Introductory Chemistry Lecture I


    Prerequisites: Eligibility to take MATH 0303

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    Introduction to elementary inorganic chemistry and is suitable for non-science majors and students pursuing degrees in allied health and nursing. If the student’s degree plan requires a laboratory course, the student should also take CHEM 1105.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 40.0501.51 03

  
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    CHEM 1307 - Introductory Chemistry Lecture II


    Prerequisites: CHEM 1305 or CHEM 1405 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0300
    Introduction to elementary organic chemistry and biochemistry and is suitable for non-science majors and students pursuing degrees in nursing. If a laboratory course is needed, the student should also take CHEM 1107.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 40.0501.51 03

  
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    CHEM 1311 - General Chemistry Lecture I


    Prerequisites: Successful completion of MATH 1314 or MATH 1414 with a grade “C” or better.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    Fundamental principles of chemistry for majors in the sciences, health sciences, and engineering; topics include measurements, fundamental properties of matter, states of matter, chemical reactions, chemical stoichiometry, periodicity of elemental properties, atomic structure, chemical bonding, molecular structure, solutions, properties of gases, and an introduction to thermodynamics and descriptive chemistry.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 40.0501.52 03

  
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    CHEM 1312 - General Chemistry Lecture II


    Prerequisites: CHEM 1311 or CHEM 1411 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    Chemical equilibrium; phase diagrams and spectrometry; acid-base concepts; thermodynamics; kinetics; electrochemistry; nuclear chemistry; an introduction to organic chemistry and descriptive inorganic chemistry.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 40.0501.52 03

  
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    CHEM 1370 - Preparatory Chemistry


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    This course covers concepts of inorganic chemistry, atomic and molecular structure, and related mathematics. This course may apply toward the core curriculum natural sciences requirement for the Associate of Arts Degree but, not for the Associate of Science Degree.

    Unique Need Course: Check with your transfer institution to verify acceptance of courses.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

  
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    CHEM 1405 - Introductory Chemistry I


    Prerequisites: Eligibility to take MATH 0303

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    Introduction to elementary inorganic chemistry and is suitable for non-science majors and some students pursuing degrees in nursing. A laboratory is included that emphasizes inorganic chemistry.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 40.0501.51 03

  
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    CHEM 1407 - Introductory Chemistry II


    Prerequisites: CHEM 1405 or CHEM 1305 and 1105 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    Introduction to elementary organic chemistry and biochemistry and is suitable for non-science majors and some students pursuing degrees in nursing. A laboratory is included that emphasizes organic chemistry and biochemistry.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 40.0501.51 03

  
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    CHEM 1411 - General Chemistry I


    Prerequisites: Successful completion of MATH 1314 or MATH 1414 with a grade “C” or better.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course covers the fundamental principles of inorganic chemistry: general chemical principles, fundamental laws and theories, including but not limited to modern atomic theory, chemical bonding, states of matter, solutions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry and gas laws. The course content provides a foundation for work in advanced chemistry and related sciences, and as such is aimed at science majors. This course is math-intensive (MI). The prospective student needs to have a good working knowledge of the use of scientific notation, including use of calculator, exponential and logarithmic functions, significant figures, dimensional analysis, and solving simple linear equations.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-4)

    CIP: 40.0501.52 03

  
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    CHEM 1412 - General Chemistry II


    Prerequisites: Credit for CHEM 1411 or (CHEM 1311 and CHEM 1111) with a grade of “C” or better.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course is a continuation of CHEM 1411 including kinetics, molecular and ionic equilibria, elementary thermodynamics, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and other topics. CHEM 1412 is equivalent to a combination of CHEM 1312 and CHEM 1112.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-4)

    CIP: 40.0501.52 03

  
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    CHEM 2223 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I


    Prerequisites: (CHEM 1412 or CHEM 1112) and CHEM 2323 or concurrent enrollment; all with a grade of “C” or better

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course is designed as a companion to CHEM 2323. The course provides an introduction to organic laboratory techniques and chemical preparations. Students are instructed in separation and purification, chromatography, and organic reactions. May include the use of infrared spectroscopy and gas chromatography.

    Semester Hours: (2-1-3)

    CIP: 40.0504.52 03

  
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    CHEM 2225 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory II


    Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 2223 with a grade of “C” or better; successful completion of CHEM 2325 with a grade of “C” or better, or concurrent enrollment.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course is a continuation of CHEM 2223. Topics include modern quantitative organic analysis, the use of mass spectrometry and nuclear magnetic resonance, and the interpretation of spectra.

    Semester Hours: (2-1-3)

    CIP: 40.0504.52 03

  
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    CHEM 2323 - Organic Chemistry Lecture I


    Prerequisites: CHEM 1312 or 1412 with minimum grade of C.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course includes a study of the structure and properties of carbon compounds. The semester covers primarily organic reactions and their mechanisms, stereochemistry and the structure and properties of aliphatic hydrocarbons.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 40.0504.52 03

  
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    CHEM 2325 - Organic Chemistry Lecture II


    Prerequisites: Credit for CHEM 2323 or its equivalent with a grade of “C” or better

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    A continuation of CHEM 2323. Covers the reactions and mechanisms of aromatic compounds and compounds with various oxygen and nitrogen containing functional groups. An introduction to the chemistry of biomolecules is also included.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 40.0504.52 03

  
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    CHIN 1411 - Elementary Chinese I


    Introduction to the fundamentals of the Chinese language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Language lab is required.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 16.0301.51 13

  
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    CHIN 1412 - Elementary Chinese II


    Prerequisites: CHIN 1411 or departmental approval

    Introduction to the fundamentals of the Chinese language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Language lab is required. This is a continuation of CHIN 1411

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 16.0301.51 13

  
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    CJCR 1300 - LE - Basic Jail Course


    Prerequisites: Departmental approval

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    This course provides instruction in human relations; observation; evaluation of prisoners; booking procedures; classification; mug shots; fingerprinting; strip searches; meals; medical services; visitation; inmates rights and privileges; detention areas; key, knife, and tool control; disturbances; riots; fire procedures; and release procedures. It is taught in accordance with the current TCLEOSE guides and objectives for course #1005.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0102

 

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