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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.

 
  
  •  

    HITT 2346 - Advanced Medical Coding


    Prerequisites: HITT 1311 , HITT 1341 , HITT 1342  

    Advanced concepts of ICD and CPT coding rules, conventions, and guidelines in complex case studies.  Investigation of government regulations and changes in health care reporting.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 51.0713


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    HITT 2361 - Clinical - Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician


    Prerequisites: HITT 2335 , HITT 2346 , HITT 2343 , and (HITT 2339  or concurrent enrollment)

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts.  Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

    Semester Hours: (3-0-16)

    CIP: 51.0707


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    HLAB 1301 - Introduction to Histotechnology


    Prerequisites: HITT 1305 , ENGL 1301 , BIOL 2404 

    Introduction to the health care environment and the histology laboratory. Includes laboratory safety and infection control; healthcare professionals; medical terminology; basic anatomy and physiology; laboratory mathematics; communication; and ethics, legal, and professional issues.

    Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0420 , MATH 0310 

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 51.1008



    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    HLAB 1302 - Histotechnology I


    Special Program Tuition: $350
    Introduction to the basic theories and practices of histotechnology. Includes laboratory safety, fixation, tissue processing, embedding, microtomy and cryotomy, and routine staining.

    Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0420 , MATH 0310 

    Semester Hours: (3-2-3)

    CIP: 51.1008



    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    HLAB 1305 - Functional Histology I


    Special Program Tuition: $350
    Recognition, composition, and function of cells, cell life cycles, blood, and basic tissue types.

    Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0420 , MATH 0310 

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 51.1008



    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    HLAB 1346 - Functional Histology II


    Prerequisites: HLAB 1305 

    A continuation of Functional Histology I. Emphasis on the recognition, composition, and function of organ systems. Includes skeletal tissues, central nervous system, circulatory system, endocrine glands, and reproductive system.

    Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0420 , MATH 0320 

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 51.1008



    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    HLAB 1443 - Histotechnology II


    Prerequisites: HLAB 1302 

    A continuation of Histotechnology I. Introduces both theory and practice of common histochemical staining techniques. Topics include laboratory safety; laboratory mathematics and reagent preparation; basic tissue/dye bonding; differentiation and quality control; and nuclear, connective tissue, and carbohydrate staining techniques.

    Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0420 , MATH 0310 

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 51.1008



    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    HLAB 1460 - Clinical - Histologic Technology/Histotechnologist I


    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

    Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0420 , MATH 0310 

    Semester Hours: (4-0-16)

    CIP: 51.1008



    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    HLAB 1461 - Clinical - Histologic Technology/Histotechnologist II


    Prerequisites: HLAB 1460 

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

    Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0420 , MATH 0310 

    Semester Hours: (4-0-16)

    CIP: 51.1008



    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    HLAB 1462 - Clinical - Histologic Technology/Histotechnologist III


    Prerequisites: HLAB 1461 

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

    Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0420 , MATH 0310 

    Semester Hours: (4-0-12)

    CIP: 51.1008



    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
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    HLAB 2341 - Registry Review


    Prerequisites: HLAB 1443  and HLAB 1346 

    Review of the major theoretical/practical applications in histotechnology. Includes fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, frozen cryotomy, routine and special stains, tissue identification, immunohistochemistry, enzyme histochemistry, and electron microscopy. Emphasis on employment skills, review of ethical and legal behavior, and professional development.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 51.1008


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
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    HPRS 1291 - Special Topics in Health Professions and Related Sciences, Other


    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: (2-1-4)

    CIP: 51.0000


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    HPRS 2200 - Pharmacology for Health Professionals


    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    A study of drug classifications, actions, therapeutic uses, adverse effects, routes of administration, and calculation of dosages.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-0)

    CIP: 51.0000


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
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    HPRS 2301 - Pathophysiology


    Prerequisites: HITT 1305   and BIOL 2404  (or BIOL 2401  and BIOL 2402 ) all with a C or higher.

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320  
    Study of the pathology and general health management of diseases and injuries across the life span. Topics include etiology, symptoms, and the physical and psychological reactions to diseases and injuries.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 510707


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
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    HPRS 2321 - Medical Law and Ethics for Health Professionals


    Cross-Listed With: HPRS 2021

    Principles, procedures, and regulations governing the legal and ethical relationships among physicians, patients, and health care professionals. Includes current ethical issues related to the various healthcare professions and patient confidentiality.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 51.0000


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
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    HRPO 1311 - Human Relations


    Practical application of the principles and concepts of the behavioral sciences to interpersonal relationships in the business and industrial environment

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1003


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
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    HRPO 2307 - Organizational Behavior


    The analysis and application of organizational theory, group dynamics, motivation theory, leadership concepts, and the integration of interdisciplinary concepts from the behavioral sciences.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1003


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    HUMA 1301 - Introduction to the Humanities I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    An interdisciplinary, multi-perspective assessment of cultural, political, philosophical, and aesthetic factors critical to the formulation of values and the historical development of the individual and of society.

    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: 24.0103.51 12



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    HUMA 1302 - Introduction to the Humanities II


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    An interdisciplinary, multi-perspective assessment of cultural, political, philosophical, and aesthetic factors critical to the formulation of values and the historical development of the individual and of society.

    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: 24.0103.51 12



    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    HUMA 1305 - Introduction to Mexican-American Studies


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Introduction to the field of Mexican-American / Chicano/a Studies from its inception to the present. Interdisciplinary survey designed to introduce students to the salient cultural, economic, educational, historical, political, and social aspects of the Mexican-American / Chicano/a experience.

    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: 05.0203.51 25



    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    HUMA 1311 - Mexican-American Fine Arts Appreciation


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    An examination of Mexican-American / Chicano/a artistic expressions in the visual and performing arts.

    This course fulfills the Creative Arts foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 50.0703.54 26



    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    HUMA 1315 - Fine Arts Appreciation


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Understanding purposes and processes in the visual and musical arts including evaluation of selected works.

    This course fulfills the Creative Arts foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 50.0101.51 26



    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    HUMA 1371 - The Southwest: A Sense of Place


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    An interdisciplinary study of Texas, as reflected in the history, the economy, the philosophy, the literature, and the architecture. Dates and topics may vary. 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
  
  •  

    HUMA 2319 - American Minority Studies


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Historical, economic, social, and cultural development of minority groups. May include African-American, Mexican American, Asian American, and Native American issues.

    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: 45.1101.53 25



    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    HUMA 2323 - World Cultures


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Study of human beings, their antecedents and related primates, and their cultural behavior and institutions. Introduces the major sub-fields: physical and cultural anthropology, archeology, linguistics, and ethnology.

    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: 45.0201.51 25



    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    IBUS 1305 - Introduction to International Business and Trade


    The techniques for entering the international marketplace. Emphasis on the impact and dynamics of sociocultural, demographic, economic, technological, and political-legal factors in the foreign trade environment. Topics include patterns of world trade, internationalization of the firm, and operating procedures of the multinational enterprise.

    Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0305 , MATH 0305 

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1101



    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    IMED 1301 - Introduction to Multimedia


    A survey of the theories, elements, and hardware/software components of multimedia. Topics include digital image editing, digital sound and video editing, animation, web page development, and interactive presentations. Emphasis on conceptualizing and producing effective multimedia presentations.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0801


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    IMED 1316 - Web Design I


    Special Program Tuition: $60
    Instruction in web page design and related graphic design issues including mark-up languages, web sites, and browsers.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 11.0801


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    IMED 1391 - Special Topics in Educational Media Technology


    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.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 13.0501


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    IMED 2309 - Internet Commerce


    An overview of the Internet as a marketing and sales tool with emphasis on developing a prototype for electronic commerce. Topics include dynamic data integration, data collection, and on-line transactions.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0801


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    IMED 2315 - Web Design II


    Special Program Tuition: $60
    Prerequisites: IMED 1316 

    A study of mark-up language advanced layout techniques for creating web pages. Emphasis on identifying the target audience and producing web sites according to accessibility standards, cultural appearance, and legal issues.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 11.0801


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    IMED 2380 - Cooperative Education - Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design


    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: 11.0801


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    INMT 2303 - Pumps, Compressors and Mechanical Drives


    A study of the theory and operations of various types of pumps and compressors. Topics include mechanical power transmission systems including gears, v-belts, and chain drives.

    Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0420 , MATH 0320 

    Semester Hours: (3-2-2)

    CIP: 15.0613



    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    INRW 0055 - Integrated Reading & Writing 8-hr Refresher


    This refresher course is designed for students with TSI assessment scores that place them in INRW 0420. This workshop-based course provides a review of reading and writing concepts and skills. After successfully completing the Refresher course, students will take a post-assessment to determine if they are eligible for Freshman Composition I. Students who complete INRW 0055 successfully will be college eligible in reading and writing and may enroll in Freshman Composition I. Students who do not pass INRW 0055 will enroll in INRW 0420 per placement scores.

    Semester Hours: (0-0-0.5)

    CIP: 32.0108.60 12


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    INRW 0100 - Integrated Reading and Writing Special Topics


    May serve as a refresher or as a supplemental course to developmental Integrated Reading and Writing courses or ENGL 1301 . Course descriptions are available for each semester prior to registration. This course may be repeated when topics vary.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 32.0108.59 12


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    INRW 0101 - Integrated Reading and Writing Special Topics


    May serve as a refresher or as a supplemental course to developmental Integrated Reading and Writing courses or ENGL 1301 . Course descriptions are available for each semester prior to registration. This course may be repeated when topics vary.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 32.0108.59 12


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    INRW 0120 - Integrated Reading and Writing Special Topics


    Corequisites: INRW 0420  



    Serves as a supplemental course to developmental INRW 0420. Course descriptions are available for each semester prior to registration. This course may be repeated when topics vary.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 32.0108.69 12


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    INRW 0303 - Integrated Reading and Writing I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420

    INRW 0303 integrates developmental coursework in both reading and writing for strongly motivated students who desire to accelerate their academic progress. Upon completion, students may fulfill college readiness requirements in reading and writing or may qualify for higher levels of developmental reading/writing courses.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 32.0108


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    INRW 0420 - Integrated Reading and Writing II


    Prerequisites: INRW 0050 

    Corequisites: This course requires a lab.



    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: Ready for INRW 0420

    This college-prep course is designed for students who need to improve reading and writing effectiveness with multi-paragraph, college-level texts. Students will give oral and written responses to texts representative of a variety of disciplines and genres. Strong emphasis is placed on critical reading and writing skills. INRW lab will supplement class instruction. Successful completion of this college-prep course with a grade of C or better fulfills INRW TSI requirements.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 32.0108.59 12


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    INTC 1341 - Principles of Automatic Control


    Prerequisites: Credit or enrollment in CETT 2435 

    Basic measurements, automatic control systems and design, closed loop systems, controllers, feedback, control modes, and control configurations.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 15.0404


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    INTC 1355 - Unit Operations


    Prerequisites: Departmental approval

    Automatic control requirements of industrial processes. Includes fluid flow and material transport, distillation, and extraction. Also covers control system design and control loop adjustments and analysis.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 15.0404


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    INTC 1357 - AC/DC Motor Control


    Prerequisites: CETT 1305  or CETT 1302  or CETT 1409  

    A study of electric motors and motor control devices common to a modern industrial environment; a presentation of motor characteristics with emphasis on starting, speed control, and stopping systems.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 15.0404


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    INTC 1358 - Flow and Measurement Control


    Prerequisites: Departmental approval

    Practical methods of flow measurements and flow integration. Emphasizes primary flow element selection and calculations in accordance with American Gas Association (AGA) and American Petroleum Institute (API) standards.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 15.0404


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    INTC 1359 - Temperature Control


    Prerequisites: Departmental approval

    Analysis of temperature process control loops. Includes installation, testing, calibration, and application of commonly used temperature measuring devices.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 15.0404


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    INTC 2288 - Internship - Instrumentation Technology/Technician


    Corequisites: INTC 2433 Instrumentation Systems Installation



    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: (2-0-12)

    CIP: 15.0404


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    INTC 2330 - Instrumentation Systems Troubleshooting


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320 
    Techniques for troubleshooting instrumentation systems in a process environment. Includes troubleshooting upsets in processes.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 15.0404


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    INTC 2359 - Distributive Control Systems


    Prerequisites: Departmental approval

    Philosophy and application of distributed control systems. Includes hardware, firmware, software, configuration, communications, and networking systems required to implement a distributed control strategy.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 15.0404


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    INTC 2388 - Internship - Instrumentation Technology/Technician


    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: (3-1-16)

    CIP: 15.0404


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    INTC 2433 - Instrumentation Systems Installation


    Prerequisites: Department approval

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320 
    Synthesis, application, and integration of instrument installation components. Includes a comprehensive final project..

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 15.0404


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITCC 1308 - Introduction to Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)


    Basic concepts of voice over internet protocol (VoIP). Focuses on technology integration of and data transmission in network communications. Basic computer skills are required.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0901


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITCC 1401 - Cisco Exploration 1 - Network Fundamentals


    A course introducing the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet. Describes the use of OSI and TCP layered models to examine the nature and roles of protocols and services at the applications, network, data link, and physical layers. Covers the principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations. Build simple LAN topologies by applying basic principles of cabling; perform basic configurations of network devices, including routers and switches; and implementing IP addressing schemes. Basic computer skills are required.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 11.1002


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITCC 1404 - Cisco Exploration 2 - Routing Protocols and Concepts


    Prerequisites: ITCC 1401  or concurrent enrollment

    This course describes the architecture, components, and operation of routers, and explains the principles of routing and routing protocols. Students analyze, configure, verify, and troubleshoot the primary routing protocols RIPv1, RIPv2, EIGRP, and OSPF. Recognize and correct common routing issues and problems. Model and analyze routing processes.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 11.1002


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITCC 1414 - CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks


    This course covers networking architecture, structure, and functions; introduces the principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations to provide a foundation for the curriculum.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 11.1002


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITCC 1440 - CCNA 2: Routing and Switching Essentials


    Prerequisites: ITCC 1414  

    Describes the architecture, components, and basic operation of routers and explains the basic principles of routing and routing protocols. It also provides an in-depth understanding of how switches operate and are implemented in the LAN environment for small and large networks.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 11.1002


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITCC 2343 - Network Security


    Overall security processes with particular emphasis on hands-on skills in the following areas: security poicy design and management; security technologies; products and solutions; firewall and secure router design, installation, configuration, and maintenance; AAQA and VPN implementation using routers and firewalls.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.1002


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITCC 2359 - Advanced Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP)


    Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) architecture, components, and functionality. Includes VOIP signaling, call control, voice dial plans, configuring voice interfaces, dial peers, and quality of service (QoS) technologies.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-2)

    CIP: 11.0901


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITCC 2408 - Cisco Exploration 3 - LAN Switching and Wireless


    Prerequisites: ITCC 1401 

    This course helps students develop an in-depth understanding of how switches operate and are implemented in the LAN environment for small and large networks. Detailed explanations of LAN switch operations, VLAN implementation, Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP), VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP), Inter-VLAN routing, and wireless network operations. Analyze, configure, verify, and troubleshoot VLANs, RSTP, VTP, and wireless networks. Campus network design and Layer 3 switching concepts are introduced.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 11.1002


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITCC 2410 - Cisco Exploration 4 - Accessing the WAN


    Prerequisites: ITCC 1401 , ITCC 1404  and (ITCC 2408  or concurrent enrollment)

    This course explains the principles of traffic control and access control lists (ACLs) and provides an overview of the services and protocols at the data link layer for wide-area access. Describes user access technologies and devices and discover how to implement and configure Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP), Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE), DSL, and Frame Relay. WAN security concepts, tunneling, and VPN basics are introduced. Discuss the special network services required by converged applications and an introduction to quality of service (QoS).

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 11.1002


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITCC 2412 - CCNA 3: Scaling Networks


    Prerequisites: ITCC 1414 CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks

    CCNA R&S: Scaling Networks (ScaN) covers the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in larger and more complex networks. Students learn how to configure routers and switches using advanced protocols.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 11.1002


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITCC 2413 - CCNA 4: Connecting Networks


    Prerequisites: ITCC 1440

    Corequisites: ITCC 2412



    WAN technologies and network services required by converged applications in a complex network; enables students to understand the selection criteria of network devices and WAN technologies to meet network requirements.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 11.1002


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITDF 1300 - Introduction to Digital Forensics


    A study of the application of digital forensic science and technology to collect, analyze, document, and present information while maintaining a documented chain of custody. Overview of ethics,white collar crime, and other legal guidelines/regulations/laws. Includes overview of tools used for forensic analysis of digital devices in investigations.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.1003


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITMT 2440 - Designing Security for Microsoft Networks


    Assembling the design team, modeling threats, and analyzing security risks in order to meet business requirements for securing computers in a networked environment. Includes decision-making skills through an interactive tool that simulates real-life scenarios. Focuses on collecting information and sorting through details to resolve a given security requirement.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.0901


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITMT 2450 - Implementing and Managing Microsoft Exchange


    Updating and supporting a reliable, secure messaging infrastructure used for creating, storing, and sharing information by using Microsoft Exchange Server 2003. Includes a significant amount of hands-on practices, discussions, and assessments to assist students in becoming proficient in the skills necessary to update and support Exchange Server 2003.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.0901


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITNW 1308 - Implementing and Supporting Client Operating Systems


    Implementing and supporting client operating systems.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0901


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITNW 1413 - Computer Virtualization


    Implement and support virtualization of clients of servers in a networked computing environment. This course explores installation, configuration, and management of computer virtualization workstation and servers.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.0901


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITNW 1425 - Fundamentals of Networking Technologies


    Instruction in networking technologies and their implementation. Topics include the OSI reference model, network protocols, transmission media, and networking hardware and software.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.1002


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITNW 1445 - Implementing Network Directory Services


    In-depth coverage of the skills necessary to install, configure, and administer Network Directory service.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 11.0901


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITNW 1453 - Supporting Network Server Infrastructure


    Installing, configuring, managing, and supporting a network infrastructure.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.0901


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITNW 1454 - Implementing and Supporting Servers


    Implement, administer, and troubleshoot information systems that incorporate servers in a networked computing environment.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.0901


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITNW 2264 - Practicum (or Field Experience) - Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications


    Prerequisites: Department Approval Required

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

    Semester Hours: (2-0-16)

    CIP: 11.0901


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITNW 2350 - Enterprise Network


    A case study in Convergence Technologies requiring a network engineer to study a problem and design a network solution for an enterprise network.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0901


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITNW 2359 - Web Server Support and Maintenance


    Prerequisites: ITMT 1400 

    Instruction in the installation, configuration, and implementation of web servers.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.1004


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITNW 2364 - Practicum (or Field Experience) - Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications


    Prerequisites: Consent of Faculty Advisor

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

    Semester Hours: (3-0-21)

    CIP: 11.0901


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITNW 2405 - Network Administration


    Topics include network components, user accounts and groups, network file systems, file system security, and network printing.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITNW 2412 - Routers


    Router configuration for local area networks and wide area networks. Includes Internet Protocol (IP) addressing techniques and intermediate routing protocols.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.0901


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITNW 2450 - Enterprise Network


    A case study in Convergence Technologies requiring a network engineer to study a problem and design a network solution for an enterprise network.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.0901


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSC 1264 - Practicum - Computer and Information Sciences


    Prerequisites: Permission of Departmental Advisor

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

    Semester Hours: (2-0-16)

    CIP: 11.0101


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSC 1301 - Introduction to Computers


    Overview of computer information systems. Introduces computer hardware, software, procedures, and human resources. Basic computer skills are required.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0101


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSC 1309 - Integrated Software Applications


    Integration of applications from popular business productivity software suites. Instruction in embedding data, linking and combining documents using word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and/or presentation media software. Basic computer skills are required.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0101


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSC 1315 - Project Management Software


    Use of project management software for developing a project plan including timelines, milestones, scheduling, life cycle phases, management frameworks, skills, processes, and tools.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0101


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSC 1316 - Linux Installation and Configuration


    Introduction to Linux operating system. Includes Linux installation, basic administration, utilities and commands, upgrading, networking, security, and application installation. Emphasizes hands-on setup, administration, and management of Linux. Basic computer skills are required as well as an introductory operating systems course such as ITSC 1305 .

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0101


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSC 1321 - Intermediate PC Operating Systems


    Prerequisites: ITMT 1400  or ITMT 1402  or ITSC 1307  or ITSC 1305 

    Custom operating system installation, configuration, and troubleshooting. Manage file systems, memory, and peripheral devices. This course will help in preparation for the CompTIA A+ Certification.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0101


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSC 1391 - Special Topics in Computer and Information Sciences


    Prerequisites: Consent of Departmental Advisor

    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: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0101


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSC 1425 - Personal Computer Hardware


    Current personal computer hardware including assembly, upgrading, setup, configuration, and troubleshooting.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 47.0104


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSC 1454 - Solaris Operating Environment System Administration I (SA)


    Designed for Solaris certification. Provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the essential system administration tasks in a Solaris Operating Environment. Includes standalone installation, file system management, backup procedures, process control, user administration, and device management. Basic computer skills are required as well as introductory operating systems course such as ITSC 1305 .

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.0101


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSC 2264 - Practicum: Computer and Information Sciences


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

    Semester Hours: (2-0-16)

    CIP: 11.0101


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSC 2321 - Integrated Software Applications II


    Prerequisites: ITSC 1309  or equivalent

    Continued study of computer applications from business productivity software suites. Instruction in embedding data and linking and combining documents using word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and/or presentation media software.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0101


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSC 2325 - Advanced Linux


    Provides instruction in Advance Open-source Linux operating system. Develops LDAP directory services to all your clients, support users remotely, installing and configuring network services.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0101


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSC 2335 - Application Problem Solving


    Utilization of appropriate application software to solve advanced problems and generate customized solutions. Basic computer skills are required as well as any advanced application software course or equivalent.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0101


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSC 2364 - Practicum - Computer and Information Sciences, General


    Prerequisites: Consent of Departmental Advisor

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

    Semester Hours: (3-0-21)

    CIP: 11.0101


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSC 2386 - Internship - Computer and Information Sciences, General (varies)


    Prerequisites: Consent of Departmental Advisor

    Diagnosis and solution of user hardware and software related problems with on-the-job and/or simulated projects.

    Semester Hours: (3-0-21)

    CIP: 11.0101


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSC 2439 - Personal Computer Help Desk Support


    Diagnosis and solution of user hardware and software related problems with on-the-job and/or simulated projects.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.0101


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSE 1302 - Computer Programming


    Introduction to computer programming with emphasis on the fundamentals of design, development, testing, implementation, and documentation. Includes language syntax, data and file structures, input/output devices, and files.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0201


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSE 1311 - Beginning Web Programming


    Skill development in web page programming including mark-up and scripting languages.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0801


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSE 1392 - Special Topics in Computer Programming (Introduction to Android Programming)


    Prerequisites: ITSE 2317 

    Introduction to Android programming.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0201


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSE 2317 - Java Programming


    Prerequisites: COSC 1336  Java or COSC 1315  Java or ITSE 1302  Java or other programming course with the consent of the CIS Department Chair

    Introduction to object-oriented Java programming. Emphasizes the fundamental syntax and semantics of Java for applications and web applets.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0201


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSE 2321 - Object-Oriented Programming


    Prerequisites: ITSE 2317 

    Introduction to object-oriented programming. Emphasis on the fundamentals of design with classes, including development, testing, implementation, and documentation.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0201


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSE 2437 - Unix Operating System II


    Prerequisites: Consent of departmental advisor

    Continued study of the UNIX operating system commands. Includes topics such as CGI and scripting languages.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.0201


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSW 1301 - Introduction to Word Processing


    An overview of the production of documents, tables, and graphics.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0602


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
  •  

    ITSW 1304 - Introduction to Spreadsheets


    Instruction in the concepts, procedures, and application of electronic spreadsheets.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0301


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
 

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