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2008-2009 VSCC Catalog 
    
2008-2009 VSCC Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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  • ACT 115* - Payroll and Small Business Accounting


    This course teaches preparation of payroll and small business accounting records. Topics include payroll tax law, payroll systems, sales tax, state and local business taxes, and analysis of small business accounting records. The use of the microcomputer in preparation and analysis of payroll records is included.

    PREREQUISITES: ACT 201

     
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs.; This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • ACT 205* - Income Tax


    This course provides the student with a comprehensive explanation of the federal tax structure and training in the application of tax principles as they apply to individual tax returns and supportive schedules. It also furthers the student’s understanding and knowledge of the federal tax structure as it applies to sole proprietorship and partnership.

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • ACT 210* - Microcomputer Accounting


    This is a basic accounting procedures using computerized accounting software. Students create company files; maintain journals and ledgers; manage accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, and payroll systems.

    PREREQUISITES: ACT 201 with a grade of C or better; CIS 100.

     
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • ACT 211* - Accounting for Government and Not-for-Profit Organizations


    This course covers the accounting practices and procedures for government organizations and not-for profit entities in accordance with GASB pronouncements.

    PREREQUISITES: ACT 201.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • ACT 215* - Managerial Cost Accounting


    This course provides an analysis of cost data for external reporting and internal planning and control. Topics include product costing, budgeting, performance evaluation, and decision making.

    PREREQUISITES: ACT 202 with a C or better.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • ACT 221* - Intermediate Accounting I


    This course covers accounting theory, preparation of basic financial statements, future and present value concepts, receivables, inventory valuation, acquisition, disposal and depreciation of plant assets, intangible assets.

    PREREQUISITES: ACT 202 with a C or better.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • ACT 276T* - Selected Topics in Accounting


    Specialized accounting topics such as Intermediate Accounting II or Corporate Taxation are studied in depth.

    PREREQUISITES: Permission of the program coordinator.
    Hours: Fifteen classroom contact hours with faculty required per credit hour.
    Repeated: May be repeated for credit with a maximum of four hours to apply toward graduation.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1-4)


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  • AHC 100* - Introduction to Healthcare Systems


    This course is designed to introduce a core of healthcare employment competencies and personal responsibilities in being a healthcare professional. Interpersonal skills, communication, recognition and response to emergency situations, infection control, legal and ethical issues, healthcare career awareness, and patient assessment are just a few topics to be covered.

    Hours: Three lecture hours per week.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • AHC 101* - Introduction to Physical Therapy


    Survey of the field of physical therapy including history, scope of practice, roles of physical therapist and physical therapist assistant, and practice settings. Student analysis of personal goals and reasons for selecting the field. Admission policies and processes, including admission interviews. Project required.

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1)


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  • AHC 102* - Introduction to Health Professions


    This course is designed to help introduce students to the required commitment and responsibilities of being a health professional. It also introduces the student to the various health professions and an understanding of the many aspects to be considered in choosing a career in the health field.

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • AHC 104* - Introduction to Medical Imaging


    Introduction to Radiography as a health science profession. Includes departmental and hospital organization, ethical and legal issues, confidentiality, various imaging modalities, and responsibilities of the Radiographer. The profession is examined to assist the student in making a commitment to pursue this career and is mandatory prior to the interview process.

    PREREQUISITES: None.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course..

    Credits: (1)


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  • AHC 109* - Safety and Health in the Workplace


    A course designed to identify potential health and safety risks and methods to avoid injury on the job. Discussion focuses on injury prevention and safe work practices, identification of hazardous exposures found in the workplace, and common strategies to reduce health risks associated with the workplace. This course may not be used to meet the requirements of the A.A.S., A.S., or A.A. degree.

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • AHC 111* - Drugs and Solutions


    Medications - Conversions and Dosages. An introduction to medication dosage calculations, symbols, abbreviations, unit dosing, and system equivalent conversion operations. Emphasis of course is on medication problems involving metric, apothecary, and household measurement conversions necessary for medication administration in nursing and other allied health professions.

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1)


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  • AHC 115* - Medical Terminology


    A study of the language of the Allied Health sciences and medicine with emphasis on body systems, prefixes, suffixes, root terms, pronunciation and spelling.

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • AHC 130* - Anatomy & Physiology for the Health Sciences


    A survey of Human Anatomy and Physiology designed for select Allied Health career programs. Body systems, physiological concepts, metabolism and nutrition are discussed using the medical model. The course will not substitute for either BIOL 2010 or BIOL 2020, nor will it satisfy any part of the general education natural science requirement for the Associate of Science degree.

    Hours: Three lecture, two laboratory hours per week.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (4)


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  • AHC 140* - Introduction to Healthcare Reimbursement


    A study of the uses of coded data and health information in reimbursement and payment systems with an emphasis on electronic systems that are used to assimilate and process claims.

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • AHC 141* - Chiropractic Therapy Assisting


    A course designed to develop the entry competencies expected of the Chiropractic Therapy Assistant. Topics covered include anatomy, physiology, patient protection, safety, emergency procedures, professional boundaries training, chiropractic therapy, and rehabilitation techniques.

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (4)


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  • AHC 142* - Chiropractic X-Ray Technology


    A course designed to introduce basic entry-level competencies expected of the Chiropractic X-Ray Technologist. Selected topics include: radiation protection, radiation physics, radiographic techniques, position, x-ray quality control, and Tennessee statutes and rules pertaining to the Chiropractic X-Ray Technologist.

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (4)


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  • AHC 204 - Health Assessment


    This course provides an introduction to the basic skills utilized in data collection, health and physical assessment. The class focus will be on interviewing skills and systematic assessment of the physiological, psychological, sociological, cultural and spiritual health status of adult clients. The course provides the opportunity for application of theoretical knowledge and performance of health assessments with health individuals.

    PREREQUISITES: BIOL 2020.
    COREQUISITES: BIOL 2020
    Hours: 3 lecture hours per week.
    Credits: (3)


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  • ART 1030¨ - Introduction to Art


    A general education course designed to meet the humanities/fine arts requirement. This course provides an introduction to the visual language, the nature of creativity, and the functions and forms of art in our own culture and in selected other cultures in human history. A lecture course based on slide presentation and discussion.  (Same as RODP ART 1030)

    PREREQUISITES: An acceptable placement score, or DSPR 0800 and DSPW 0800.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (3)


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  • ASTR 276T* - Selected Topics in Astronomy


    A course which deals with topics in astronomy carefully selected to meet the needs of an individual or a special group.

    Repeated: The course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1-6)


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  • ASTR 1030¨ - Astronomy


    A study of the universe beginning with the earth-moon system, the planets and their satellites, the sun, asteroids and comets, and continuing to the stellar system. Star classifications, energy processes, star groups, evolution of stars and larger associations such as galaxies are studied. Laboratory exercises include sky observations and constellation study.  (Same as RODP ASTR 1030)

    PREREQUISITES: DSPW 0800 and DSPR 0800 or acceptable placement scores. One year of high school algebra and an acceptable placement score or DSPM 0800.
    COREQUISITES: DSPM 0850.
    Hours: Three lecture, two laboratory hours per week.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (4)


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  • BIOL 276T* - Selected Topics in Biology


    A course which deals with topics carefully selected to meet the needs of special groups.

    Repeated: The course may be repeated for credit.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1-6)


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  • BIOL 1010¨ - Introduction to Biology I


    An introduction to the biological sciences with an emphasis on basic concepts of the “building blocks of life” at the molecular and cellular levels. Functions of cellular organelles, including synthesis, genetics, cellular respiration, cell reproduction will be emphasized. Viruses will be discussed. The Kingdoms Monera, Protista, and Fungi will be surveyed phylogenetically; Animalia and Plantae will be introduced.  (Same as RODP BIOL 1010)

    PREREQUISITES: DSPW 0800 and DSPR 0800 or acceptable placement scores.
    Hours: Three lecture, two laboratory hours per week.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (4)


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  • BIOL 1020¨ - Introduction to Biology II


    A continuation of Introduction to Biology I with emphasis on the Kingdoms Animalia and Plantae including tissues, morphology, evolutionary relationships. Unifying and comparative features will be stressed. Attention will be given to ecology and environmental issues.  (Same as RODP BIOL 1020)

    PREREQUISITES: DSPW 0800 and DSPR 0800 or acceptable placement scores; BIOL 1010.
    Hours: Three lecture, two laboratory hours per week.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (4)


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  • BIOL 1030¨ - Essentials of Biology


    A one-semester course covering selected topics in Life Science. Intended for students whose program of study requires one semester of laboratory science or to be combined with one semester of ASTR, CHEM, GEOL, PSCI, or PHYS in satisfying the general education science requirement. (Will NOT substitute for BIOL 1010 or BIOL 1020, apply toward a major or minor in biology, nor satisfy any part of the pre-medical professional curriculum.)

    PREREQUISITES: DSPW 0800 and DSPR 0800 or acceptable placement scores.
    Hours: Three lecture, two laboratory hours per week.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (4)


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  • BIOL 1040¨ - Environmental Science


    A survey of the major environmental issues and concerns facing our planet. From a background study of natural ecosystems and human populations, the course will survey the environmental, social, and economic consequences of energy generation, resource consumption and pollution. Numerous local field trips will be a major part of the course.

    PREREQUISITES: DSPW 0800 and DSPR 0800 or acceptable placement scores.
    Hours: Three lecture, three field/laboratory hours per week.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (4)


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  • BIOL 1110¨ - General Biology I


    A comprehensive course emphasizing cellular structure, function and metabolism; molecular form and functioning of life; reproductive and genetic patterns. Taxonomy is introduced and applied to a taxonomic and morphologic survey of Monera, Protista, and Fungi Kingdoms. (This course is designed for the biology major/minor and satisfies the science requirement in pre-dentistry, engineering, premedical technology, pre-medicine, pre-nursing, or pre-pharmacy curricula.)  (Same as RODP BIOL 1110)

    PREREQUISITES: High school Biology, or BIOL 1030; high school Chemistry, or CHEM 1030; an acceptable placement score, or DSPR 0800; an acceptable placement score, or DSPW 0800.
    Hours: Three lecture, three laboratory hours per week.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (4)


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  • BIOL 2010¨ - Human Anatomy and Physiology I


    A course primarily designed for students in nursing, allied health, and those interested in biological sciences. Cell structure and physiology tissues, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous system are studied.

    PREREQUISITES: An acceptable placement score, or DSPR 0800; an acceptable placement score, or DSPW 0800.
    Hours: Three lecture, two laboratory hours per week.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (4)


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  • BIOT 1010 - Introduction to Biotechnology


    Provides a broad introduction to biotechnology including the scientific basis of technologies and historical development with an emphasis on current applications in the areas of agriculture, medicine, forensics, and the environment. The importance of quality regulations and standards and the role of the technician in producing quality results are emphasized. Topics in biosafety will survey potential hazards and safety procedures associated with biohazards including lab animals and pathogens. Students learn basic techniques including: measuring, weighing, mixing solutions, following and writing procedures, keeping records, making observations, and using instrument manuals and catalogues. Students will practice using, calibrating, and verifying the performance of instruments.

    PREREQUISITES: Placement beyond developmental reading, writing, and mathematics.
    Hours: Three lecture, three laboratory hours per week.
    Credits: (4)


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  • BUS 110* - Introduction to Business


    This course will help students form a basic understanding of terms, concepts, and issues in the area of business. Areas of study include accounting, marketing, finance, investments, management, entrepreneurship, and career potential.

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • BUS 111* - Keyboarding with Word Processing


    This course is for the development of techniques in touch typing and the introduction of skills involved in presentation of the keyboard and the various parts of the computer. A moderate emphasis will be placed on speed. Letter and report format will be explored. Ten-key pad by touch will be introduced.

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • BUS 155* - Business Mathematics


    An intensive study of mathematics as applied to business topics, including review of basic operations, accounting mathematics, mathematics of retailing, mathematics of finance, and other related topics.

    PREREQUISITES: Two years of High School algebra and an acceptable placement score, or DSPM 0850.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • BUS 200T* - Information Resources in Business


    A course designed to direct students into general and specific sources of multimedia information in business. (Same as MIR 200T.)

    Repeated: May be repeated for a total not to exceed three credit hours.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1-3)


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  • BUS 222* - Business Communications II


    A study of the essentials of English in the composition, creation and preparation of various types of business communications. Creative, logical, and critical thinking are applied to ethical situations faced in the business world. Critical thinking, logic, application of communication styles, and planning are then incorporated in preparation of business letters of various kinds, memorandums, proposals, and oral reports.

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • BUS 251* - Business Law


    An introduction to the legal environment of business, including the nature and source of law, courts, courtroom procedure, with an emphasis on the law of contracts, agency and employment, personal property and bailments and sales.

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • BUS 255* - International Business


    This course introduces the student to the world of international business. This includes the study of the globalization of markets and production; country differences by culture, economic system, and geography; cross-border trade and investments; the global money system; and competition in the global marketplace.

    PREREQUISITES: BUS 110*.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • BUS 276T* - Selected Problems in Business


    Specialized topical issues and/or problems in business are selected and studied in depth.

    PREREQUISITES: Permission of program coordinator.
    Hours: Fifteen contact hours with faculty required per credit hour.
    Repeated: May be repeated for credit with a maximum of four hours to apply toward graduation.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1-4)


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  • BUS 280* - Cooperative Work Experience


    This elective course is offered through the Business Division. An interested student must file a notice of intent one semester prior to enrollment. The course involves a coordinated work experience monitored by the faculty member.

    PREREQUISITES: Completion of at least 70% of program requirements and faculty recommendation.
    Hours: Minimum 3 seminar meeting hours per semester and 90 hours minimum work experience required per semester.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • CED 100* - Career Exploration and Development


    This course offers the opportunity for students to explore career opportunities in fields including business, health care, hospitality, education or government. Coursework will include the use of self-assessment techniques, field interviews with working professionals and the concepts of career preparation and planning.

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • CHEM 110* - Preparation for College Chemistry


    This course is designed to prepare students who have an inadequate high school background in chemistry to take the General Chemistry sequence. It provides an introduction to metric units of measurement, mathematical principles involving physical data, chemical symbols, formulas, basic laws of chemistry, equations and simple problems. Will NOT count toward graduation.

    PREREQUISITES: Two years of high school algebra and an acceptable placement score, or DSPM 0850.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • CHEM 276T* - Selected Topics in Chemistry


    A course which deals with topics carefully selected to meet the needs of special groups.

    Repeated: The course may be repeated for credit.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1-6)


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  • CHEM 1030¨ - Fundamentals of Chemistry


    A one semester introductory course designed to provide a broad overview of chemical principles including measurements, atomic theory and bonding, chemical symbols, formulas and equations, inorganic and organic compounds, acid-base theory, and the biochemical highlights of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids and metabolism.

    PREREQUISITES: One year of high school algebra and an acceptable placement score or DSPM 0800; placement beyond developmental reading and writing.
    COREQUISITES: DSPM 0850.
    Hours: Three lecture, two laboratory hours per week.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (4)


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  • CHEM 1110¨ - General Chemistry I


    A comprehensive study of chemical principles designed for students pursuing a career in chemistry or other scientific areas. Emphasis will be on atomic structure, bonding, formulas, equations, nomenclature and stoichiometry. Also included are states of matter, hybridization, and molecular geometry. The laboratory will consist of a number of quantitative experiments designed to teach basic techniques including the use of laboratory instrumentation.  (Same as RODP CHEM 11l0)

    PREREQUISITES: One year of high school chemistry or CHEM 110 or CHEM 1030 with a grade of C or better, Academic Assessment with ALL Developmental Studies requirements completed. MATH 1130, 1710, or higher.
    COREQUISITES: MATH 1130, 1710, or higher. (Same as RODP CHEM 11l0)
    Hours: Three lecture, three laboratory hours per week.
    General Education: Course can be used to meet Minimum General Education Core requirements.
    Credits: (4)


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  • CIS 113* - Visual BASIC


    An introduction to Microsoft Visual BASIC. Topics to be covered include: event driven programming, interface design, creating menus and dialog boxes, writing event and general procedures, and using operating system services.  (Same as RODP CIS 113)

    PREREQUISITES: CIS 100 or permission of instructor.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • CIS 141* - Electronic Presentations for Communication


    An in-depth course providing hands-on experience using software and hardware designed to create multimedia presentations. The topics to be covered include PowerPoint and other presentation software, multimedia software, hardware for capturing and creating multimedia presentations, web site design and development, streaming video, graphics and animation.

    PREREQUISITES: CIS 100 or permission of instructor.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • CIS 150* - Microcomputer Spreadsheets


    An in-depth course providing hands-on experience using a microcomputer spreadsheet. Major topics include: spreadsheet techniques, graphics, data management, macros, and file importing/exporting. Requires completion of laboratory assignments outside of class.

    PREREQUISITES: CIS 100 or permission of instructor.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • CIS 160* - Microcomputer Databases


    An in-depth course providing hands-on experience using a microcomputer database. Major topics include relational database design, sorting, queries, and reporting techniques.

    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • CIS 161* - Advance Database Using Microsoft SQL Server


    An in-depth course giving students the fundamental tools needed to use Microsoft SQL Server as well as T-SQL. Topics will include: writing queries used T-SQL, using the SQL Server Client tools, database design fundamentals, and basic administrative tasks.

    PREREQUISITES: CIS 100 and CIS 160 with a grade of “C” or better or permission of instructor.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • CIS 173* - Programming in C#


    An introduction to the C# programming language. Topics to be covered include relational operators and expressions, control structures, object-oriented programming concepts, and arrays.  (Same as RODP CIS 173)

    PREREQUISITES: CIS 113* with a grade of “C” or better or permission of instructor.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • CIS 191* - A+ Hardware Certification


    An introduction to microcomputer hardware installation, maintenance, repair and troubleshooting. Students will learn the processes and procedures for supporting microcomputer hardware in a business environment. This course is designed to assist the student to take the Comp TIA A+ hardware certification examination.

    PREREQUISITES: CIS 100.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • CIS 192* - A+ Software Certification


    An introduction to microcomputer operating system installation, configuration, upgrading, diagnosing and troubleshooting. Students will learn the processes and procedures for supporting microcomputer software in a business environment. This course is designed to assist the student to take the Comp TIA A+ software certification examination.

    PREREQUISITES: CIS 100.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • CIS 193* - Introduction to Linux+ Certification


    An introduction to the Linux operating system. Topics to be covered include Linux installation, administration, networking and security. This course is designed to assist the student to take the Comp TIA Linux+ certification examination.  (Same as RODP CIS 193)

    PREREQUISITES: CIS 100.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • CIS 210* - Fundamentals of Web Programming


    This is an in-depth course giving students the skills required for web development. Topics will include: Web concepts, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Java Script, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Extensible Markup Language (XML)

    PREREQUISITES: CIS 100 or permission of the instructor.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • CIS 213* - Advanced Web Application Programming with ASP. NET


    This is the second course of a two-course sequence using Visual Basic.NET. Major topics include: Multi-Page web apps using ASP.NET, databases and cookies, server and validation controls, state management, web services, relational databases and ADO.NET, and securing web applications. Requires Microsoft Windows 2000 or Windows XP Professional and Visual Basic.NET.

    PREREQUISITES: CIS 113* with a grade of “C” or better or permission of the instructor.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • CIS 260* - Local Area Networks


    This course covers the topic of local area networks and data communications. Specific areas covered include: topologies, protocols, network hardware and software, and networking applications. The course provides simulated hands-on experience using a software based Lab simulation package. The textbook is used for this course maps to the Comp TIA Network+ certification exam.

    PREREQUISITES: CIS 172*, or CIS 173*, or permission of course instructor.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • CIS 261* - Advanced Networking and Security


    An in-depth course covering advanced concepts, applications and network perimeter security. The topics to be covered include advanced Microsoft server topics, Linux, wireless networks, and network security mechanisms such as firewalls, proxy servers, VPN, public/private key systems, encryption and computer forensics.

    PREREQUISITES: CIS 260* or permission of instructor.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • CIS 270* - Information Systems in Business


    A capstone course for CIS majors. Students will study how information systems integrate in a business environment. In addition, students will participate in a group website project and have the opportunity to hear guest lectures.

    PREREQUISITES: CIS 173* or permission of instructor.
    COREQUISITES: CIS 210*
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (3)


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  • CIS 276T* - Selected Problems in Data Processing


    Specialized topical issues and/or problems in Computer Data Processing are selected and studied in depth. Fifteen classroom contact hours with faculty are required per credit hour.

    PREREQUISITES: Permission of instructor.
    Repeated: May be repeated for credit with a maximum of four hours to apply toward graduation.
    Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

    Credits: (1-4)


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  • COM 101 - Introduction to Journalism Technology


    This course provides students with a fundamental, hands-on introduction to computer technologies that are being used by journalists to gather, process and circulate information.  Students will study Web construction and design, blogging, and multimedia presentations on the Internet, plus new technologies as they develop.  The course will also investigate how journalism and media are evolving to serve the public. 

    PREREQUISITES: DSPW 0800 and DSPR 0800 or acceptable placement scores.
    Credits: (3)


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