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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.

 
  
  •  

    AUMT 2309 - Automotive Drive Train and Axle Theory


    Prerequisites: AUMT 1201  or Concurrent Enrollment, AUMT 2381  OR   

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320  
    A study of automotive clutches, clutch operation devices, manual transmissions/transaxles, and differentials. Emphasis on theory of transmission/transaxle and drive line components.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 1)

    CIP: 47.0604


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

    AUMT 2313 - Manual Drive Train and Axle


    Special Program Tuition: $50
    Prerequisites: AUMT 1307  or concurrent enrollment

    A study of automotive clutches, clutch operation devices, manual transmissions/ transaxles, and differentials with emphasis on diagnosis and repair. May be taught with manufacturer specific instructions. Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: Ready for INRW 0420, MATH 0410

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 4)

    CIP: 47.0604


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

    AUMT 2315 - Automotive Engine Performance Analysis Theory I


    Special Program Tuition: $50
    Prerequisites: AUMT 1201 or Concurrent Enrollment, and AUMT 2317

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
    Operation and diagnosis of basic engine dynamics including the study of the ignition system, fuel delivery systems, and the use of engine performance diagnostic equipment.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 47.0604


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

    AUMT 2317 - Engine Performance Analysis I


    Special Program Tuition: $50
    Prerequisites: AUMT 1307  or concurrent enrollment

    Theory, operation, diagnosis of drivability concerns, and repair of ignition, and fuel delivery systems. Use of current engine performance diagnostic equipment. May be taught with manufacturer specific instructions. Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: Ready for INRW 0420, MATH 0410 

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 4)

    CIP: 47.0604


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

    AUMT 2321 - Automotive Electrical Diagnosis and Repair


    Prerequisites: AUMT 1307  or concurrent enrollment

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

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    Repair of automotive electrical subsystems, lighting, instrumentation, and accessories. Emphasis on accurate diagnosis and proper repair methods using various troubleshooting skills and techniques. Course will be taught manufacturer specific in the GM ASEP and Ford MLR programs.

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 4)

    CIP: 47.0604


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

    AUMT 2325 - Automatic Transmission and Transaxle


    Special Program Tuition: $50
    Prerequisites: AUMT 2313  or concurrent enrollment

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

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    A study of the operation, hydraulic circuits and electronic controls of modern automatic transmissions/transaxles. Diagnosis, disassembly, and assembly procedures with emphasis on the use of special tools and repair techniques. May be taught manufacturer specific.

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 4)

    CIP: 47.0604


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

    AUMT 2328 - Automotive Service


    Prerequisites: Departmental approval

    Mastery of automotive service including competencies covered in related courses. May be taught manufacturer specific.

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 4)

    CIP: 47.0604


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

    AUMT 2334 - Engine Performance Analysis II


    Prerequisites: AUMT 2317 or concurrent enrollment

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

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    Diagnosis and repair of emission systems, computerized engine performance systems, and advanced ignition and fuel systems. Includes use of advanced engine performance diagnostic equipment. May be taught manufacturer specific.

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 4)

    CIP: 47.0604


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

    AUMT 2337 - Automotive Electronics


    Special Program Tuition: $50
    Prerequisites: AUMT 2434  or concurrent enrollment

    Study of electronic principles applied to microcomputers and communication systems. Includes digital fundamentals, and use of electronic test equipment. May be taught manufacturer specific. Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: Ready for INRW 0420, MATH 0410

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 4)

    CIP: 47.0604


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

    AUMT 2343 - Automotive Emissions Licensing


    Prerequisites: AUMT 2334  

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

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    Diagnosis and repair of emission control systems with emphasis on the application of advanced diagnostic information, tools, and techniques. Course will include state and federal laws required for preparation for licensing. May be taught manufacturer specific.

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 4)

    CIP: 47.0604


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

    AUMT 2380 - Cooperative III


    Prerequisites: AUMT 2334  or concurrent enrollment

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

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary.

    Semester Hours: (3 -1- 15)

    CIP: 47.0604


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

    AUMT 2381 - Cooperative IV


    Prerequisites: AUMT 2325  or concurrent enrollment

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

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary.

    Semester Hours: (3 -1- 15)

    CIP: 47.0604


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

    AUMT 2413 - Automotive Drive Train and Axles


    Prerequisites: AUMT 1201 Introduction and Theory of Automotive Technology  or concurrent enrollment

    A study of automotive clutches, clutch operation devices, manual transmissions/ transaxles, and differentials with emphasis on diagnosis and repair. May be taught manufacturer specific.

    Semester Hours: (4 -3- 3)

    CIP: 47.0604


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

    AUMT 2417 - Automotive Engine Performance Analysis I


    Prerequisites: AUMT 1407 Automotive Electrical Systems  

    Theory, operation, diagnosis of drivability concerns, and repair of ignition and fuel delivery systems. Use of current engine performance diagnostic equipment. May be taught manufacturer specific.

    Semester Hours: (4 -3- 3)

    CIP: 47.0604


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

    AUMT 2421 - Automotive Electrical Diagnosis and Repair


    Special Program Tuition: $50
    Prerequisites: AUMT 1407

    Repair of automotive electrical subsystems, lighting, instrumentation, and accessories. Emphasis on accurate diagnosis and proper repair methods using various troubleshooting skills and techniques. May be taught manufacturer specific.

     

    Semester Hours: (4 -3- 3)

    CIP: 47.0604



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

    AUMT 2425 - Automotive Automatic Transmission and Transaxle


    Prerequisites: AUMT 2421 or concurrent enrollment

    A study of the operation, hydraulic circuits and electronic controls of modern automatic transmissions and automatic transaxles. Diagnosis, disassembly, and assembly procedures with emphasis on the use of special tools and repair techniques. May be taught manufacturer specific.

    Semester Hours: (4 -3- 3)

    CIP: 47.0604


    Offered at:
  
  •  

    AUMT 2434 - Automotive Engine Performance Analysis II


    Prerequisites: AUMT 2417

    Diagnosis and repair of emission systems, computerized engine performance systems, and advanced ignition and fuel systems. Includes use of advanced engine performance diagnostic equipment. May be taught manufacturer specific.

    Semester Hours: (4 -3- 3)

    CIP: 47.0604


    Offered at:
  
  •  

    AUMT 2437 - Automotive Electronics


    Prerequisites: AUMT 2321  

    Study of electronic principles applied to microcomputers and communication systems. Includes digital fundamentals, and use of electronic test equipment. May be taught manufacturer specific. Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: Ready for INRW 0420, MATH 0410

    Semester Hours: (4 -2- 4)

    CIP: 47.0604


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
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    BCIS 1305 - Business Computer Applications


    Computer terminology, hardware, software, operating systems, and information systems relating to the business environment. The main focus of this course is on business applications of software, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics, and business-oriented utilization of the Internet.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 11.0202.54.04


    Offered at:
    NLC: Yes
    NVC: Yes
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: Yes
    SPC: Yes
  
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    BIOL 1308 - Biology for Non-Science Majors I (Lecture)


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    This course includes a study of fundamental principles of living organisms including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of physiology, genetics, ecology, and the scientific method are also 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: 26.0101.51 03



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

    BIOL 1309 - Biology for Non-Science Majors II (Lecture)


    Prerequisites: BIOL 1308  with a grade of “C” or better.

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    Fundamental principles of living organisms including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of reproduction, ecology, and the scientific method are included. Note: This course has no laboratory portion associated with it. This course is designed for students who do not intend to major in science or education.

     

    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: 26.0101.51 03



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

    BIOL 1322 - Nutrition & Diet Therapy


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

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    This course introduces general nutritional concepts in health and disease and includes practical applications of that knowledge. Special emphasis is given to nutrients and nutritional processes including functions, food sources, digestion, absorption, and metabolism. Food safety, availability, and nutritional information including food labels, advertising, and nationally established guidelines are addressed. 

    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: 19.0501.51 09



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

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


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    This course is a survey course for non-science majors. Topics of current interest including weight control, food labeling, diet in relation to health and physical fitness, and age- and health related nutritional needs are studied.

     

    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: 19.0501.51 09



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

    BIOL 1406 - Biology for Science Majors I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    This course is suitable for science majors and those students intending to pursue careers in health and allied fields. Topics include the nature, history and philosophy of science, basic chemistry, cell structure and function, genetics, evolution and classification of living organisms.

     

    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: 26.0101.51 03



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

    BIOL 1407 - Biology for Science Majors II


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

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    Topics include the anatomy and physiology of plants and animals as well as principles of ecology.

     

    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: 26.0101.51 03



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

    BIOL 1408 - Biology for Non-Science Majors I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    Fundamental principles of living organisms including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of reproduction, genetics, ecology, and the scientific method are included.

     

    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: 26.0101.51 03



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

    BIOL 1409 - Biology for Non-Science Majors II


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

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    Fundamental principles of living organisms including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of reproduction, genetics, ecology, and the scientific method are included.

     

    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: 26.0101.51 03



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

    BIOL 1414 - Introduction to Biotechnology I


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

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320  
    Overview of classical genetics, DNA structure, the flow of genetic information, DNA replication, gene transcription, protein translation. Principles of major molecular biology and genetic engineering techniques, including restriction enzymes and their uses, major types of cloning vectors, construction of libraries, Southern and Northern blotting, hybridization, PCR, DNA typing. Applications of these techniques in human health and welfare, medicine, agriculture and the environment. Introduction to the human genome project, gene therapy, molecular diagnostics, forensics, creation and uses of transgenic plants and animal and animal cloning and of the ethical, legal, and social issues and scientific problems associated with these technologies. Relevant practical exercises in the above areas.

    Semester Hours: (4 -3- 3)

    CIP: 26.1201.51.03


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

    BIOL 1415 - Introduction to Biotechnology II


    Prerequisites: BIOL 1414  

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320  
    Biology course that focuses on an integrative approach to studying biomolecules with an emphasis on protein structures, functions and uses in the modern bioscience laboratory. Students will investigate the mechanisms involved in the transfer of information from DNA sequences to proteins to biochemical functions. The course will integrate biological and chemical concepts with techniques that are used in research and industry. Critical thinking will be applied in laboratory exercises using inquiry?based approaches, troubleshooting, and analyzing experimental data.

    Semester Hours: (4 -3- 3)

    CIP: 26.1201.51.03


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

    BIOL 2301 - Principles of Anatomy and Physiology


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    Preparatory course in human anatomy and physiology which incorporates various study skills and introduces principles of the structure and function of the human body. It emphasizes terminology, scientific methods, basic skills, and correct definition, pronunciation and terms.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 26.0707.51 03


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

    BIOL 2306 - Environmental Biology (Lecture)


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    This course is a study of human interrelationships and their interdependence with the environment. Studies will include the impact of human activities on the environment and their effect on natural and human resources. This course includes an evaluation of present and future strategies to preserve a healthy environment.

     

    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: 26.1305.51 03



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

    BIOL 2389 - Academic Cooperative for the Biological Sciences


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Experience working with biologists through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and the student. Under the supervision of the college and employer, the student will combine classroom learning and work experience. Academic learning objectives and job-related goals will be assessed.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 26.0101.52 03


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

    BIOL 2401 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    Anatomy and Physiology I is the first part of a two course sequence. It is a study of the structure and function of the human body including cells, tissues and organs of the following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and special senses. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis.

    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: 26.0707.51 03



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

    BIOL 2402 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II


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

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    Anatomy and Physiology II is the second part of a two-course sequence. It is a study of the structure and function of the human body including the following systems: endocrine, cardiovascular, immune, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive (including nutrition), urinary (including fluid and electrolyte balance), and reproductive (including human development and genetics). Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis.

    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: 26.0707.51 03



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

    BIOL 2404 - Human Anatomy and Physiology


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    For non-science majors. This course includes a study of the structure and function of the human body, including the neuroendocrine, integumentary, musculoskeletal, digestive, urinary, reproductive, respiratory, and circulatory systems.

     

    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: 26.0707.51 03



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

    BIOL 2416 - Genetics


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

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320  
    Study of the principles of molecular and classical genetics and the function and transmission of hereditary material. May include population genetics and genetic engineering.

    Semester Hours: (4 -3- 4)

    CIP: 26.0801.51 03


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

    BIOL 2420 - Microbiology for Nursing and Allied Health


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

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    This course covers basic microbiology and immunology and is primarily directed at pre-nursing, pre-allied health, and non-science majors. It provides an introduction to historical concepts of the nature of microorganisms, microbial diversity, the importance of microorganisms and acellular agents in the biosphere, and their roles in human and animal diseases. Major topics include bacterial structure as well as growth, physiology, genetics, and biochemistry of microorganisms. Emphasis is on medical microbiology, infectious diseases, and public health.

    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- 4)

    CIP: 26.0503.51 03



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

    BIOL 2421 - Microbiology for Science Majors


    Prerequisites: Any two:(CHEM 1411  or CHEM 1412  or [CHEM2223 and CHEM 2323 ] or [CHEM 2225 and CHEM 2325 ]); AND any two: (BIOL 1406  or BIOL 1407  or BIOL 1411  or BIOL 1413  or BIOL 2401  or BIOL 2402  or BIOL 2416 ) all with a grade of “C” or better.

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320  
    Study of the morphology, physiology, taxonomy of representative groups of pathogenic and nonpathogenic microorganisms. Pure cultures of microorganisms grown on selected media are used in learning laboratory techniques. Includes a survey of food microbes, public health, medical microbiology and immunology.

    Semester Hours: (4 -3- 4)

    CIP: 26.0502.51 03


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

    BIOM 1291 - Special Topics in Biomedical Engineering-Related Technology Technology/Technician


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320  
    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: 15.0401


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

    BIOM 1309 - Applied Biomedical Equipment Technology


    Introduction to biomedical instrumentation as related to anatomy and physiology. Includes medical devices for monitoring, diagnosis, and treatment of anatomical systems. Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0420, MATH 0320 

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 4)

    CIP: 15.0401


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

    BIOM 1315 - Medical Equipment Networks


    Identification of basic principles of medical equipment networking. Hardware, software, and connectivity issues of medical equipment in healthcare facilities will be covered. Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0420 , MATH 0320  

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 4)

    CIP: 15.0401


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

    BIOM 1350 - Diagnostic Ultrasound Imaging System


    Prerequisites: BIOM 1309

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
    Diagnostic ultrasound imaging systems. Covers basic systems troubleshooting and problem solving.

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 4)

    CIP: 15.0401


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

    BIOM 1370 - Medical Systems Networking Security


    Prerequisites: BIOM 1315

    Safeguard healthcare technology networking systems, which includes medical, laboratory, and radiological equipment information systems by demonstrating medical device hardening techniques. Identify security threats specific to healthcare technology and medical device manufacturing. Use best practices to configure Healthcare Technology Information Systems to industry security standards.

    Recommended Basic Skills: INRW 0420, MATH 0320 

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 4)

    CIP: 15.0401



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

    BIOM 1415 - Medical Equipment Networks


    Identification of basic principles of medical equipment networking. Hardware, software, and connectivity issues of medical equipment in healthcare facilities will be covered.

    Semester Hours: (4 -2- 6)

    CIP: 15.0401


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

    BIOM 1455 - Medical Electronic Applications


    Prerequisites: CETT 1409 , BIOM 2215 , BIOM 2231  (concurrent enrollment in BIOM 2215  and BIOM 2231  allowed)

    Presentation of sensors, transducers, and supporting circuits used in medical instrumentation devices.

    Semester Hours: (4 -2- 6)

    CIP: 15.0401


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

    BIOM 1491 - Special Topics in Biomedical Engineering-Related Technology Technology


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
    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- 4)

    CIP: 15.0401


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

    BIOM 2215 - Physiological Instruments I


    Prerequisites: BIOM 1309

    Theory of operation, circuit analysis, and troubleshooting physiological instruments. Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0420, MATH 0320

    Semester Hours: (2 -1- 4)

    CIP: 15.0401


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

    BIOM 2219 - Fundamentals of X-Ray and Medical Imaging Systems


    Prerequisites: BIOM 2215  and BIOM 2301  

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320  
    Radiation theory and safety hazards, fundamental circuits, and application of X?ray systems including circuit analysis and troubleshooting.

    Semester Hours: (2 -1- 4)

    CIP: 15.0401


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

    BIOM 2231 - Biomedical Clinical Instrumentation


    Prerequisites: BIOM 1309

    A study of theory, application, and principles of operation of instruments commonly used in a medical laboratory.

    Semester Hours: (2 -1- 4)

    CIP: 15.0401


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

    BIOM 2266 - Practicum Biomedical Technology I


    Prerequisites: BIOM 2215  and BIOM 2301 

    Practical general training and experiences in the workplace. The College, with the employer, develops and documents an individualized plan for the student. The plan relates the workplace training and experiences to the students general and technical course of study. The guided external experiences may be paid or unpaid. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary.

    Semester Hours: (2 -0- 16)

    CIP: 15.0401


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

    BIOM 2267 - Practicum Biomedical Tech II


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

    Semester Hours: (2 -0- 20)

    CIP: 15.0401


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

    BIOM 2301 - Safety in Healthcare Facilities


    Prerequisites: BIOM 1309

    Study of codes, standards, and management principles related to biomedical instrumentation. Emphasize on the proper use and application of safety test equipment, preventivemaintenance, procedures, and documentation of work performed.

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 4)

    CIP: 15.0401


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

    BIOM 2333 - Digital Radiography


    Prerequisites: BIOM 2219

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
    General principles of digital radiography systems. Fundamentals of problem solving, troubleshooting, and analysis of image quality are emphasized.

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 4)

    CIP: 15.0401


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

    BIOM 2337 - Respiratory Equipment Maintenance


    Prerequisites: BIOM 2215 , BIOM 2301  

    Principles of operation, theory, and maintenance of respiratory equipment.

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 4)

    CIP: 15.0401


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

    BIOM 2345 - Advanced Imaging Systems


    Prerequisites: BIOM 2219

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
    Principles of operation and repair of computerized tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), single photon emission computerized tomography, and other advanced imaging modalities.

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 4)

    CIP: 15.0401


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

    BIOM 2347 - RF/X-Ray System


    Prerequisites: BIOM 2219

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
    Principles of radiographic and fluoroscopic systems.

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 4)

    CIP: 15.0401


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

    BIOM 2357 - Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) Proficiency Review


    Prerequisites: Department Approval

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

    An overview of the certification examination topics for biomedical equipment technicians.

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 4)

    CIP: 15.0401


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

    BIOM 2367 - Practicum Biomedical Technology II


    Prerequisites: BIOM 2266

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

    Semester Hours: (3 -0- 24)

    CIP: 15.0401


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

    BITC 1340 - Quality Assurance for the Biosciences


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320  
    Quality assurance principles and applications principles and applications. Includes quality control and Federal Drug Administration (FDA) regulations to the biotechnology, biopharmaceutical, and biomedical device industries.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 1)

    CIP: 41.0101


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

    BITC 2311 - Biotechnology Lab Instrumentation


    Prerequisites: Department Approval

    Theory, applications, and safe operation of various biotechnology-related analytical instruments. Addresses separation and identification techniques including electrophoresis, spectrophotometry, and chromatography.

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 2)

    CIP: 41.0101


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

    BITC 2350 - Bioinformatics


    Prerequisites: BITC 2411  

    Current topics in bioinformatics and computational biology. Includes methods for high-throughput data collection, storing, and accessing biological data. Covers programs and algorithms used to analyze data.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 41.0101


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

    BITC 2411 - Biotechnology Lab Instrumentation


    Prerequisites: Approval of Program coordinator or completion of BITC 1311  with a grade of C or better

    This course covers the theory, applications, and operation of various analytical instruments, with lecture and laboratory experiences and emphasis centered on quantitative and qualitative analyses using centrifugation, electrophoresis, spectrophotometry, and chromatography.

    Semester Hours: (4 -3- 4)

    CIP: 41.0101


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

    BITC 2431 - Cell Culture Techniques


    Prerequisites: Approval of Program Coordinator or completion of BITC 1311  with a grade of C or better

    This course is a study of cell culture techniques. Laboratory emphasis is on the principles and practices of initiation, cultivation, maintenance, and preservation of cell lines and their applications.

    Semester Hours: (4 -3- 4)

    CIP: 41.0101


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

    BITC 2441 - Molecular Biology Techniques


    Prerequisites: BIOL 2421 , BITC 2411  

    Introduction to Biotechnology and Biotechnology laboratory instrumentation.

    Semester Hours: (4 -3- 4)

    CIP: 41.0101


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

    BMGT 1268 - Practicum (or Field Experience) - Business Administration and Management, General


    Prerequisites: POFT 1220  and department approval.

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

    Semester Hours: (2 -0- 16)

    CIP: 52.0201


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

    BMGT 1301 - Supervision


    A study of the role of the supervisor. Managerial functions as applied to leadership, counseling, motivation, and human skills are examined

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 52.0201


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

    BMGT 1305 - Communications in Management


    Basic theory and processes of communication skills necessary for the management of an organizations workforce.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 52.0201


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

    BMGT 1309 - Information and Project Management


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

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 52.0201


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

    BMGT 1327 - Principles of Management


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

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 52.0201


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

    BMGT 1341 - Business Ethics


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

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 52.0201


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

    BMGT 1395 - Special Topics in Operations Management and Supervision


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

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 52.0205


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

    BMGT 2303 - Problem-Solving and Decision-Making


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

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 52.0201


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

    BMGT 2309 - Leadership


    Leadership and its relationship to management. Prepares the student with leadership and communication skills needed to  motivate and identify leadership styles.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 52.0201


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

    BMGT 2331 - Principles of Quality Management


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

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 52.0201


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

    BMGT 2389 - Internship - Business Administration and Management, General


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

    Semester Hours: (3 -0- 16)

    CIP: 52.0201


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

    BUSG 2305 - Business Law/Contracts


    Cross-Listed With: BUSG 2005

    Principles of law which form the legal framework for business activity including applicable statues, contracts, and agency.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 52.0101


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

    BUSG 2307 - Legal and Social Environment of Business


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

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    Social and legal issues in business.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 52.0101


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

    BUSG 2309 - Small Business Management


    Starting and operating a small business. Includes facts about a small business, essential management skills, how to prepare a business plan, financial needs, marketing strategies, and legal issues. Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: Ready for INRW 0420, MATH 0410 

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 52.0703


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

    BUSI 1301 - Business Principles


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Introduction to the role of business in modern society. Includes overview of business operations, analysis of the specialized fields within the business organization, and development of a business vocabulary.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 52.0101.51 04


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

    BUSI 1307 - Personal Finance


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    Personal and family accounts, budgets and budgetary control, bank accounts, charge accounts, borrowing, investing, insurance, standards of living, renting or home ownership, and wills and trust plans. NOTE: This course is not part of the business field of study and may not transfer toward a degree in business.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 19.0401.51.09


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

    BUSI 2301 - Business Law I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Principles of law which form the legal framework for business activity.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 52.0101.51 04


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

    BUSI 2305 - Business Statistics


    Prerequisites: MATH 1324 Mathematics for Business & Social Sciences or MATH 1314 College Algrebra BCIS 1305 Business Computer Applications (3 SCH version) or 1405

     

    Descriptive and inferential statistical techniques for business and economic decision-making. Topics include the collection, description, analysis, and summarization of data; probability; discrete and continuous random variables; the binomial and normal distributions; sampling distributions; tests of hypotheses; estimation and confidence intervals; linear regression; and correlation analysis. Statistical software is used to analyze data throughout the course. (BUSI 2305 is included in the Business Field of Study.)

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 52.1302.51 04



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

    CDEC 1313 - Curriculum Resources for Early Childhood Programs


    A study of the fundamentals of developmentally appropriate curriculum design and implementation in early care and education programs for children birth through age eight. Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: Ready for INRW 0420

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 19.0709


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

    CDEC 1319 - Child Guidance


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

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 19.0709


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

    CDEC 1321 - The Infant and Toddler


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

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 19.0709


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

    CDEC 1323 - Observation and Assessment


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

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 19.0709


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

    CDEC 1356 - Emergent Literacy for Early Childhood


    An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching young children language and literacy through a play-based integrated curriculum to children from birth through age eight. Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0420

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 19.0706


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

    CDEC 1358 - Creative Arts for Early Childhood


    An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching children music, movement, visual arts, and dramatic play through process-oriented experiences to support divergent thinking for children birth through age eight.. Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: Ready for INRW 0420

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 19.0709


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

    CDEC 1359 - Children with Special Needs


    A survey of information regarding children with special needs including possible causes and characteristics of exceptionalities, intervention strategies, available resources, referral processes, the advocacy role, and legislative issues. Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: Ready for INRW 0420

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 19.0709


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

    CDEC 1392 - Special Topics in Child Development


    Prerequisites: TECA 1311 

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

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 19.0706


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

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


    Prerequisites: TECA 1311  and CDEC 1392 

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

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 19.0708


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

    CDEC 2304 - Child Abuse and Neglect


    Prerequisites: CDEC 1311 /TECA 1311  and (CDEC 1319  or concurrent enrollment)

    Methods used in the identification of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse and neglect with an emphasis on developing skills for working with children and families. Includes methods of referral to public and private agencies that deal with investigation and treatment. Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: Ready for INRW 0420, MATH 0410

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 19.0709


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

    CDEC 2307 - Math and Science for Early Childhood


    An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching children math and science concepts and process skills through discovery and play. Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: INRW 0420, MATH 0410

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 19.0709


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

    CDEC 2315 - Diverse Cultural/Multilingual Education


    Prerequisites: CDEC 1311 /TECA 1311 , CDEC 1313 

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    An overview of multicultural education to include relationship with the family and community to develop awareness and sensitivity to diversity related to individual needs of children.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 19.0709


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

    CDEC 2341 - The School Age Child


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
    A study of appropriate programs for the school age child (5 to 13 years), including an overview of learning development, environments, materials, and activities and teaching/guidance techniques.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 19.0709


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

    CDEC 2689 - Internship - Child Care Provider/Assistant


    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. Recommended Basic Skills prerequisites: Ready for INRW 0420

    Semester Hours: (6 -0- 20)

    CIP: 19.0709


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
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    CETT 1303 - DC Circuits


    Prerequisites: Departmental Approval

    A study of the fundamentals of direct current including Ohms law, Kirchhoff’s laws and circuit analysis techniques. Emphasis on circuit analysis of resistive networks and DC measurements.

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 2)

    CIP: 15.1201


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
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    CETT 1305 - AC Circuits


    Prerequisites: Departmental Approval

    A study of the fundamentals of alternating current including series and parallel AC circuits, phasers, capacitive and inductive networks, transformers, and resonance.

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 2)

    CIP: 15.1201


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: Yes
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
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    CETT 1307 - Fundamentals of Electronics


    Prerequisites: Departmental Approval

    Applies concepts of electricity, electronics, and digital fundamentals; supports programs requiring a general knowledge of electronics.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 1)

    CIP: 15.1201


    Offered at:
    NLC: No
    NVC: No
    PAC: No
    SAC: No
    SPC: Yes
  
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    CETT 1325 - Digital Fundamentals


    Prerequisites: CETT 1329 or CETT 1429 or CETT 1439

    An entry-level course in digital electronics covering number systems, binary mathematics, digital codes, logic gates, Boolean Algebra, and combinational logic. Emphasis on circuit logic analysis and troubleshooting digital circuits.

    Semester Hours: (3 -2- 4)

    CIP: 15.1201


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

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