St. Philip’s College Schedule/Catalog 2017-2018 [Archived Catalog]
Course Descriptions
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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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ENGR 1201 - Introduction to Engineering
Prerequisites: MATH 1314 or MATH 1414 with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is designed to enhance the academic success of students majoring in Engineering or the sciences, and is open to all students. It provides an introduction to contemporary issues and applications relevant to the various engineering fields and professional careers as well as to the engineering problem solving approach. Topics of emphasis include technical communication, team-based engineering design, licensure, ethics, and computer applications. One hour of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.
Semester Hours: (2-1-3)
CIP: 14.0101.51 10
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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ENGR 1304 - Engineering Graphics I
Prerequisites: MATH 1314 or MATH 1414 with a grade of “C” or better.
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
This course introduces use of computer aided drafting and design software and sketching for graphical communication of technical information in the context of the engineering design process. Topics include fundamentals of technical communication, conventions of engineering graphics, graphical presentation of data, spatial relationships, multi-view projection, dimensioning, sectioning, and assemblies. Computer aided design, in two and three dimensions, is emphasized and a final design project is required.
Semester Hours: (3-2-4)
CIP: 15.1301.51 11
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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ENGR 2105 - Electrical Circuits I Laboratory
Corequisites: ENGR 2305 - Electrical Circuits I
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
Laboratory experiments supporting theoretical principles presented in ENGR 2305 involving DC and AC circuit theory, network theorems, time and frequency domain circuit analysis. Introduction to principles and operation of basic laboratory equipment; laboratory report preparation.
Semester Hours: (1-0-3)
CIP: 14.1001.55 10
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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ENGR 2301 - Mechanics I: Statics
Prerequisites: MATH 2414 (or concurrent enrollment) and PHYS 2425 or equivalent with a grade of “C” or better.
Basic theory of engineering mechanics, using calculus, involving the description of forces, moments, and couples acting on stationary engineering structures; engineering applications of equilibrium in two and three dimensions of particles and rigid bodies, free-body diagrams, friction, internal forces, centroids, centers of gravity, and moments of inertia.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 14.1101.52 10
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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ENGR 2302 - Mechanics II: Dynamics
Prerequisites: MATH 2414 and ENGR 2301 with a grade of C or better.
Basic theory of engineering mechanics, using calculus, involving the motion of particles, rigid bodies, and systems of particles; Newton’s Laws; work and energy relationships; principles of impulse and momentum; application of kinetics and kinematics to the solution of engineering problems.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 14.1101.53 10
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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ENGR 2305 - Electrical Circuits I
Prerequisites: MATH 2320 and PHYS 2425 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Principles of electrical circuits and systems. Basic circuit elements (resistance, inductance, mutual inductance, capacitance, independent and dependent controlled voltage, and current sources). Topology of electrical networks; Kirchhoff ‘s laws; node and mesh analysis; DC circuit analysis; operational amplifiers; transient and sinusoidal steady-state analysis; AC circuit analysis; first- and second-order circuits; Laplace transforms; Bode plots; and use of computer simulation software to solve circuit problems.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 14.1001.51 10
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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ENGT 1401 - Circuits I for Engineering Technology (lecture + lab)
Prerequisites: MATH 1414
Fundamental concepts of electrical science including potential, current and power in DC circuits. Fundamental laws and relationships applied to the analysis of circuits and networks: capacitance, inductance and magnetism; and single-frequency concepts; use of calculators and computer software in design and analysis of circuits. Standard instrumentation used in test and measurement of DC circuits and systems will be introduced.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 15.0303.51 11
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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ENGT 1402 - Circuits II for Engineering Technology (lecture + lab)
Prerequisites: ENGT 1401 and MATH 2312 or 2412, Pre - Calculus, or MATH 1316, Trigonometry
Analysis, design, and simulation of combinational and sequential systems using: classical Boolean algebra techniques, laboratory hardware experiments and computer simulation. Introduction to programmable logic devices (PLDs) and application-specific integrated circuits using software tool to the design and analysis of digital logic circuits and systems. Standard instrumentation used in testing digital circuits and systems will be introduced.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 15.0303.52 11
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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ENGT 1407 - Digital Fundamentals (lecture + Lab)
Prerequisites: MATH 1314 or equivalent
Analysis, design, and simulation of combinational and sequential systems using: classical Boolean algebra techniques, laboratory hardware experiments and computer simulation. Introduction to programmable logic devices (PLDs) and application -specific integrated circuits using software tool to the design and analysis of digital logic circuits and systems. Standard instrumentation used in testing digital circuits and systems will be introduced.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 15.0303.53 11
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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ESLA 0310 - Speaking/Listening I
Prerequisites: Placement test or approval by instructor.
In this course students learn basic conversational skills on familiar topics for every day communications. Speaking activities help students with pronunciation, intonation, and rhythm of common words and phrases of American English.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 32.0108.55 12
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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ESLA 0311 - Writing I
Prerequisites: Placement test or approval by instructor.
In this course students practice and apply basic structures of English grammar, correct spelling and accurate punctuation to produce simple writing tasks on personal topics.
Semester Hours: (3-3- 0)
CIP: 32.0108.54 12
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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ESLA 0312 - Grammar I
Prerequisites: Placement test or approval by instructor.
This course integrates grammar skills with listening, speaking, writing and reading activities based on common topics.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 32.0108.57 12
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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ESLA 0313 - Reading I
Prerequisites: Placement test or approval by instructor.
In this beginning reading course, students read short narratives. They also learn basic strategies and vocabulary that aid reading comprehension. Students entering this class should have basic literacy.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 32.0108.56 12
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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ESLA 0320 - Speaking/Listening II
Prerequisites: ESLA 0310 , placement test, or approval by instructor.
This course helps students learn effective conversational and listening skills to function in a variety of personal, academic and/or professional situations. They practice speaking strategies that help them communicate with increased proficiency and confidence.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 32.0108.55 12
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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ESLA 0321 - Writing II
Prerequisites: ESLA 0311 , placement test, or approval by instructor.
In this course, students develop and apply basic writing skills for personal, academic, and professional communications. They produce a series of simple and compound sentences, as well as short paragraphs on personal topics.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 32.0108.54 12
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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ESLA 0322 - Grammar II
Prerequisites: ESLA 0312 , placement test, or approval by instructor.
This course helps students to understand and use basic grammar structures. Students learn to recognize and produce simple, compound, and basic complex sentences necessary for writing tasks.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 32.0108.57 12
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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ESLA 0323 - Reading II
Prerequisites: ESLA 0313 , placement test, or approval by instructor.
This course helps students improve reading comprehension of various reading selections from basic academic texts and personal interest stories. Students learn specific reading strategies and increase vocabulary.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 32.0108.56 12
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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ESLA 0331 - Writing III
Prerequisites: ESLA 0321 , placement test, or approval by instructor.
In this course, students develop writing fluency and vocabulary by using more complex writing skills for personal, academic, and professional communications. They produce well-constructed paragraphs with clear topic sentences, supporting details and a conclusion. They also use editing and revising strategies.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 32.0108.54 12
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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ESLA 0332 - Grammar III
Prerequisites: ESLA 0322 , placement test, or approval by instructor.
This course builds upon basic grammar structures to include additional verb tenses and complex sentences that support writing skills.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 32.0108.57 12
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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ESLA 0333 - Reading III
Prerequisites: ESLA 0323 , placement test, or approval by instructor
This course focuses on improving the students’ reading skills, vocabulary and comprehension. Students read a selection of fiction and nonfiction texts and apply new knowledge to personal experiences and academic assignments.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 32.0108.56 12
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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ESLA 0340 - Speaking/Listening IV
Prerequisites: ESLA 0330 , placement test, or approval by instructor.
In this course, students improve oral communication fluency and conversational strategies necessary to communicate in a wide range of personal, professional, academic, and cultural situations. Students also discuss a variety of authentic situations to understand different points of view.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 32.0108.55 12
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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ESLA 0341 - Writing IV
Prerequisites: ESLA 0331 , placement test, or approval by instructor.
In this course, students develop greater writing fluency and vocabulary by using more complex grammar structures and vocabulary to produce and revise multi-paragraph essays necessary for academic and professional communications.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 32.0108.54 12
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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ESLA 0342 - Grammar IV
Prerequisites: ESLA 0332 , placement test, or approval by instructor.
This course helps students use advanced grammar structures for effective college-level writing.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 32.0108.57 12
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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ESLA 0343 - Reading IV
Prerequisites: ESLA 0333 , placement test, or approval by instructor.
In this course, students read a variety of authentic selections that include various ideas and perspectives as well as different political and cultural values. Students are encouraged to become independent thinkers by analyzing opposing views.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 32.0108,56 12
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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FCEL 1302 - Introduction to Fuel Cell Technology
Prerequisites: Departmental approval
Types of fuel cells and other alternative energy fields. Includes professional requirements of fuel cell technicians.
Semester Hours: (3-3-1)
CIP: 15.0404
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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FDNS 1305 - Nutrition
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
A study of nutrients including functions, food sources, digestion, absorption and metabolism with application to normal and preventive nutrition needs. Includes nutrient intake analysis, energy expenditure evaluation, and diet planning.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 19.0501
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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FREN 1411 - Elementary French I
Introductory course that presents the fundamentals of the French language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Language lab is required.
Semester Hours: (4-4-1)
CIP: 16.0901.51 13
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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FREN 1412 - Elementary French II
Prerequisites: FREN 1411 , departmental approval, or placement exam.
Introductory course that presents the fundamentals of the French language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. This course is a continuation of FREN 1411 . A language lab is required.
Semester Hours: (4-4-1)
CIP: 16.0901.51 13
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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FREN 2311 - Intermediate French I
Prerequisites: FREN 1412 , departmental approval, or placement exam.
This course is a continuation of FREN 1412 . It provides additional development of language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Short literary selections are introduced in a context of French culture and civilization.
This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 16.0901.52 13
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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FREN 2312 - Intermediate French II
Prerequisites: FREN 2311 , departmental approval, or placement exam.
This course is a continuation of FREN 2311 . It provides additional development of language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Short literary selections are introduced in a context of French culture and literature.
This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 16.0901.52 13
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GEOG 1303 - World Regional Geography
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
Study major world regions with emphasis on prevailing conditions and developments, including emerging conditions and trends, and the awareness of diversity of ideas and practices to be found in those regions. Course content may include one or more regions.
This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.0701.53 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GEOL 1301 - Earth Sciences Lecture I
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
Topics include the nature of the earth as revealed by geology, astronomy, meteorology, oceanography, and other related physical sciences. Some laboratory experiences or field trips may be included.
This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 40.0601.51 03
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GEOL 1345 - Oceanography
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
This course is an introduction to the basic biological, chemical, geological, hydrological, and physical features and processes of the oceans, including origin, evolution, uses, and resources. Some laboratory experiences may be included.
This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 40.0601.51 03
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GEOL 1347 - Meteorology
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
This course is an introduction to the nature of the Earth’s atmosphere, weather, and climate. Topics include atmospheric composition, structure and circulation, air temperature, heat transfer, humidity, cloud formation, weather fronts, tornadoes, and hurricanes.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 40.0601.51 03
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GEOL 1403 - Physical Geology
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
This course is an introduction to the nature and properties of rocks and minerals; processes by which they are formed, altered, and transported; and the nature and development of the landscape. Laboratory work includes the study of minerals, rocks, and topographic and geologic maps. Occasional field trips may be arranged.
This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 40.0601.54 03
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GEOL 2389 - Academic Cooperative
Prerequisites: GEOL 1445 , GEOL 1447 , PHYS 1401 , CHEM 1412
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience in the physical sciences. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual students will set specific goals and objectives in the scientific study of inanimate objects, processes of matter and energy, and associated phenomena.
Semester Hours: (3-1-8)
CIP: 40.0101.53 03
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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GERM 1411 - Elementary German I
Introductory course that presents the fundamentals of the German language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Language lab is required.
Semester Hours: (4-4-1)
CIP: 16.0501.51 13
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GERM 1412 - Elementary German II
Prerequisites: GERM 1411 or departmental approval
Introductory course that presents the fundamentals of the German language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Language lab is required. This course is a continuation of GERM 1411 .
Semester Hours: (4-4-1)
CIP: 16.0501.51 13
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GERM 2311 - Intermediate German I
Prerequisites: GERM 1412 or departmental approval
This course is a continuation of GERM 1412 . It provides additional development of language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Short literary selections are introduced in a context of German culture and history. Language lab is available.
This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 16.0501.52 13
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GERM 2312 - Intermediate German II
Prerequisites: GERM 2311 or departmental approval
This course is a continuation of GERM 2311 . It provides additional development of language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Short literary selections are introduced in a context of German culture and history.
This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 16.0501.52 13
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GOVT 2304 - Introduction to Political Science
Prerequisites: GOVT 2305 or GOVT 2301
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Introductory survey of the discipline of political science focusing on the scope, and methods of the field, and the substantive topics in the discipline including the theoretical foundations of politics, political interaction, political institutions and how political systems function.
This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.1001.52 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GOVT 2305 - Federal Government
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Origin and development of the U.S. Constitution, structure and powers of the national government including the legislative, executive, and judicial branches, federalism, political participation, the national election process, public policy, civil liberties and civil rights.
This course fulfills the Government/Political Science foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.1002.51 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GOVT 2306 - Texas Government
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Origin and development of the Texas constitution, structure and powers of state and local government, federalism and inter-governmental relations, political participation, the election process, public policy, and the political culture of Texas.
This course fulfills the Government/Political Science foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.1002.51 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GOVT 2311 - Mexican-American Politics
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
The study of Mexican-American/Chicano/a politics within the American political experience. Special emphasis will be placed on the role that Texas has played, and continues to play in this experience.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 05.0203.54 25
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HAMG 1170 - Professionalism in the Hospitality Industry
This course will begin with an overview of professionalism and will focus on the necessity of professional behavior at work and in personal life settings. Attention will be paid to the following: appearance, punctuality, dependability, honesty, loyalty, diligence, being responsible, displaying good manners, and utilizing good written and verbal communication skills.
Semester Hours: (1-1-0)
CIP: 52.0902
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HAMG 1242 - Guest Room Management
A study of the working relationship among housekeeping, front office, and maintenance in the lodging industry.
Semester Hours: (2-2-1)
CIP: 52.0901
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HAMG 1313 - Front Office Procedures
Corequisites: HAMG 1342 suggested co-requisite
Functions of front office operations as they relate to customer service. Includes a study of front office interactions with other departments in the lodging operation.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 52.0901
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HAMG 2167 - Practicum Hospitality Administration/Management, General
Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.
Semester Hours: (1-0-10)
CIP: 52-0901
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HAMG 2330 - Convention and Group Management and Services
An application of the essential components of successful convention and meeting planning.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 52.0901
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HART 1256 - EPA Recovery Certification Preparation
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
Certification training for HVAC refrigerant recovery and recycling. Instruction will provide a review of EPA guidelines for refrigerant recovery and recycling during the installation, service, and repair of all HVAC and refrigeration systems.
Semester Hours: (2-2-1)
CIP: 15.0501
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HART 1400 - HVAC Duct Fabrication
Identify common tools and materials used in the fabrication and installation of duct work; and demonstrate layout and fabrication of duct work.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 15.0501
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HART 1451 - Energy Management
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
This course includes basic heat transfer theory; sensible and latent heat loads; building envelope construction; insulation, lighting, and fenestration types; and conducting energy audit procedures. It also develops energy audit recommendations based on local utility rates, building use, and construction. Laboratory activities include developing energy audit reports, installing energy saving devices, and measuring energy consumption.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 15.0503
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HART 1473 - Industrial Refrigeration
Prerequisites: HART 1403 , HART 1407
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
Related Technical instruction in the theory of advanced commercial and industrial installation, multiple staging and cascade systems as applied to ultra-low temperature, booster systems for dairies and cold storage plants. Emphasis on safety in handling toxic and high pressure refrigerations.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 0.972916666667
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HART 1493 - Special Topics in Solar Technology/Technician
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
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: (4-3-3)
CIP: 15.0505
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HART 2268 - Practicum
Prerequisites: Need 20 hours credit hours for Air Conditioning or Refrigeration Technology.
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
Practical general training and experiences in the workplace. The college, with the employer, develops and documents an individual plan for the student. The plan relates the work place training and experiences to the student’s general and technical course study. This course may be replaced with if topics and learning outcomes vary.
Semester Hours: (2-0-20)
CIP: 15.0501
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HART 2445 - Residential Air Conditioning Systems Design
Prerequisites: HART 1407 , HART 1441
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
Study of the properties of air and results of cooling, heating, humidifying or dehumidifying; heat gain and heat loss calculations including equipment selection and balancing the air system.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 15.0501
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HART 2449 - Heat Pumps
Prerequisites: HART 1403 , HART 1407 , HART 1441
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
A study of Heat Pumps, heat pump control circuits, defrost controls, auxiliary heat, air flow, and other topics related to heat pump systems.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 15.0501
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HART 2457 - Specialized Commercial Refrigeration
Special Program Tuition: $50
Prerequisites: HART 1403 , HART 1407 , HART 2442
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
An advanced course covering the components, accessories, and service of specialized refrigeration units, such as ice machines, soft-serve machines, cryogenics, and cascade systems. Specialized Commercial Refrigeration
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 15.0501
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HEMR 1401 - Tracks and Undercarriages
Concepts in operation and maintenance of final drive track systems and undercarriages used on track and wheel type equipment.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 47.0302
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HIST 1301 - United States History I
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, and intellectual history of the United States from the pre-Columbian era to the Civil War/Reconstruction period. United States History I includes the study of pre-Columbian, colonial, revolutionary, early national, slavery and sectionalism, and the Civil War/Reconstruction eras. Themes that may be addressed in United States History I include: American settlement and diversity, American culture, religion, civil and human rights, technological change, economic change, immigration and migration, and creation of the federal government.
This course fulfills the American History foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 54.0102.51 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HIST 1302 - United States History II
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, and intellectual history of the United States from the Civil War/Reconstruction era to the present. United States History II examines industrialization, immigration, world wars, the Great Depression, Cold War and post-Cold War eras. Themes that may be addressed in United States History II include: American culture, religion, civil and human rights, technological change, economic change, immigration and migration, urbanization and suburbanization, the expansion of the federal government, and the study of U.S. foreign policy.
This course fulfills the American History foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3- 0)
CIP: 54.0102.51 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HIST 1371 - Introduction to Social Science
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
This course is a survey of the basic concepts and methods of history, government, sociology, psychology, anthropology, and economics. Unique Need Course: Check with your transfer institution to verify acceptance of courses.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HIST 2301 - Texas History
Prerequisites: Credit for three semester hours of history.
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
A survey of the political, social, economic, cultural, and intellectual history of Texas from the pre-Columbian era to the present. Themes that may be addressed in Texas History include: Spanish colonization and Spanish Texas; Mexican Texas; the Republic of Texas; statehood and secession; oil, industrialization, and urbanization; civil rights; and modern Texas.
This course fulfills the American History foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 54.0102.52 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HIST 2311 - Western Civilization I
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of Europe and the Mediterranean world from human origins to the 17th century. Themes that should be addressed in Western Civilization I include the cultural legacies of Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, Byzantium, Islamic civilizations, and Europe through the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Reformations.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 54.0101.53.25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HIST 2312 - Western Civilization II
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of Europe and the Mediterranean world from the 17th century to the modern era. Themes that should be addressed in Western Civilization II include absolutism and constitutionalism, growth of nation states, the Enlightenment, revolutions, classical liberalism, industrialization, imperialism, global conflict, the Cold War, and globalism.
Semester Hours: (3-3- 0)
CIP: 54.0101.54 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HIST 2321 - World Civilizations I
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of the world from the emergence of human cultures through the 15th century. The course examines major cultural regions of the world in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania and their global interactions over time. Themes include the emergence of early societies, the rise of civilizations, the development of political and legal systems, religion and philosophy, economic systems and trans-regional networks of exchange. The course emphasizes the development, interaction and impact of global exchange.
This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 54.0101.53 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HIST 2322 - World Civilizations II
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of the world from the 15th century to the present. The course examines major cultural regions of the world in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania and their global interactions over time. Themes include maritime exploration and transoceanic empires, nation/state formation and industrialization, imperialism, global conflicts and resolutions, and global economic integration. The course emphasizes the development, interaction and impact of global exchange.
This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 54.0101.53 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HIST 2327 - Mexican-American History I
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Historical, economic, social, and cultural development of the Mexican American experience to the 19th Century.
This course fulfills the American History foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 05.0203.52.25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HIST 2328 - Mexican-American History II
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Historical, economic, social, and cultural development of the Mexican-American experience from the 19th Century.
This course fulfills the American History foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 05.0203.52 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HIST 2381 - African-American History
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Historical, economic, social, and cultural development of African-American groups.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.1101.53 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HITT 1301 - Health Data Content and Structure
Special Program Tuition: $250
Prerequisites: HITT 1305 and BIOL 2404 both with a grade of C or higher or BIOL 2401 and BIOL 2402 both with a grade of C or higher. Must be accepted into the program before enrolling.
Introduction to systems and processes for collecting, maintaining, and disseminating primary and secondary health related information including content of health record, documentation requirements, registries, indices, licensing, regulatory agencies, forms, and screens.
Semester Hours: (3-2-4)
CIP: 51.0707
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: Yes
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HITT 1302 - The Culture of Health Care
Addresses job expectations in health care settings. Discusses how care is organized inside a practice setting, privacy laws, and professional and ethical issues encountered in the workplace.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 51.0707
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: Yes
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HITT 1311 - Health Information Systems
Prerequisites: HITT 1353 , HITT 1341 , HITT 1342
Introduction to health IT standards, health-related data structures, software applications and enterprise architecture in health care and public health.
Semester Hours: (3-2-4)
CIP: 51.0707
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HITT 1341 - Coding and Classification Systems
Prerequisites: HPRS 2301
Basic coding rules, conventions, and guidelines using clinical classification systems.
Semester Hours: (3-2-4)
CIP: 51.0713
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HITT 1342 - Ambulatory Coding
Prerequisites: HPRS 2301 and HITT 1341 (concurrent enrollment allowed)
Fundamentals of ambulatory coding rules, conventions, and guidelines.
Semester Hours: (3-2-4)
CIP: 51.0707
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HITT 1345 - Health Care Delivery Systems
Special Program Tuition: $250
Prerequisites: HITT 1305 , ITSC 1309 , and BIOL 2404 or (BIOL 2401 and BIOL 2402 ), all with C or higher. Must be accepted into the program before enrolling.
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
Examination of delivery systems including organization, financing, accreditation, licensure, and regulatory agencies.
Semester Hours: (3-2-4)
CIP: 51.0707
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HITT 1353 - Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Information
Special Program Tuition: $250
Prerequisites: HITT 1301 and HITT 1345
Concepts of privacy, security, confidentiality, ethics, health care legislation, and regulations relating to the maintenance and use of health information.
Semester Hours: (3-2-3)
CIP: 51.0707
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: Yes
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HITT 2249 - RHIT Competency Review
Review Health Information Technology (HIT) competencies, skills, and knowledge.
Semester Hours: (2-1-3)
CIP: 51.0707
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HITT 2326 - Project Management for Health Professions
General principles of project management tools and techniques that results in the ability to create and follow a project management plan.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 51.0707
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: Yes
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HITT 2335 - Coding and Reimbursement Methodologies
Special Program Tuition: $250
Prerequisites: HITT 1311 and HITT 2346 (concurrent enrollment allowed) all with a grade of “C” or higher
Advanced coding techniques with emphasis on case studies, health records, and federal regulations regarding prospective payment systems and methods of reimbursement.
Semester Hours: (3-2-4)
CIP: 51.0713
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HITT 2339 - Health Information Organization and Supervision
Prerequisites: HITT 1311
Principles of organization and supervision of human, financial, and physical resources.
Semester Hours: (3-2-4)
CIP: 51.0707
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HITT 2343 - Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement
Special Program Tuition: $250
Prerequisites: MATH 1314 or MATH 1332 and HITT 1311 with a grade of “C” or higher
Study of quality standards and methodologies in the health information management environment. Topics include licensing, accreditation, compilation and presentation of data in statistical formats, quality management and performance improvement functions, utilization management, risk management, and medical staff data quality issues and approaches to assessing patient safety issues and implementation of quality management and reporting through electronic systems.
Semester Hours: (3-2-4)
CIP: 51.0707
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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