Dec 02, 2024  
2024-2025 Collin College Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Collin College Catalog

Course Descriptions


 

Accounting

  
  • ACCT 2301 - Principles of Financial Accounting


    Credits: 3
    This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts of financial accounting as prescribed by U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) as applied to transactions and events that affect business organizations. Students will examine the procedures and systems to accumulate, analyze, measure, and record financial transactions. Students will use recorded financial information to prepare a balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows, and statement of shareholders’ equity to communicate the business entity’s results of operations and financial position to users of financial information who are external to the company. Students will study the nature of assets, liabilities, and owners’ equity while learning to use reported financial information for purposes of making decisions about the company. Students will be exposed to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Meet TSI college-readiness standard for Mathematics; or equivalent.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ACCT 2302 - Principles of Managerial Accounting


    Credits: 3
    This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts of managerial accounting appropriate for all organizations. Students will study information from the entity’s accounting system relevant to decisions made by internal managers, as distinguished from information relevant to users who are external to the company. The emphasis is on the identification and assignment of product costs, operational budgeting and planning, cost control, and management decision making. Topics include product costing methodologies, cost behavior, operational and capital budgeting, and performance evaluation.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2301 .
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer


Accounting/Office Systems

  
  • ACNT 1303 - Introduction to Accounting I


    Credits: 3
    A study of analyzing, classifying, and recording business transactions in a manual and computerized environment. Emphasis on understanding the complete accounting cycle and preparing financial statements, bank reconciliations, and payroll.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • ACNT 1311 - Introduction to Computerized Accounting


    Credits: 3
    Introduction to utilizing the computer in maintaining accounting records with primary emphasis on a general ledger package.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Type of Course: Workforce


Activity Care Professional

  
  • GERS 1160 - Clinical - Gerontology


    Credits: 1
    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • GERS 1301 - Introduction to Gerontology


    Credits: 3
    Overview of the social, psychological, and biological changes that accompany aging. Focuses on the implications of these changes for the individual, as well as for the larger society.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • GERS 1304 - Activity Directing I


    Credits: 3
    The role of the director in providing activity services. Includes study of history, regulations, communications, advocacy, ethics, service delivery, and volunteer management.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • GERS 1307 - Activity Directing II


    Credits: 3
    The role of the director in providing activity services. Includes assessment, care planning, documentation process, and evaluation of client needs. Also addresses program design and resources/funding.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): GERS 1304 .
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • GERS 1343 - Psychology of Adult Development and Aging


    Credits: 3
    Study of the cognitive aspects of adult development and aging.
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • GERS 2160 - Clinical - Gerontology


    Credits: 1
    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • GERS 2161 - Clinical - Gerontology


    Credits: 1
    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • GERS 2332 - Advanced Activity Director


    Credits: 3
    An advanced course for activity professionals focusing on management skills for activity programs for older adults. Includes a system for developing activity programs, administrative practices, and communication techniques for the activity professional.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Type of Course: Workforce


Agriculture

  
  • AGRI 1325 - Marketing of Agricultural Products


    Credits: 3
    Essential marketing functions in the movement of agricultural commodities and products from producer to consumer.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • AGRI 1415 - Horticulture


    Credits: 4
    Lecture: Structure, growth, and development of horticultural plants. Examination of environmental effects, basic principles of reproduction, production methods ranging from outdoor to controlled climates, nutrition, and pest management. Lab: Laboratory activities will reinforce the structure, growth, and development of horticultural plants. Examination of environmental effects, basic principles of reproduction, production methods ranging from outdoor to controlled climates, nutrition, and pest management.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • AGRI 1419 - Introductory Animal Science


    Credits: 4
    Scientific animal production and the importance of livestock and meat industries. Selection, reproduction, nutrition, management, and marketing of livestock.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • AGRI 2303 - Agricultural Construction


    Credits: 3
    Safety procedures, selection, use, and maintenance of hand and power tools, metal cutting and welding; and construction materials and principles.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • AGRI 2317 - Introduction to Agricultural Economics


    Credits: 3
    Fundamental economic principles and their application in the agricultural industry.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer


Agronomy and Crop Science

  
  • AGCR 2305 - Entomology


    Credits: 3
    Study of the morphology, physiology, and classification of the common insect orders and related arthropods with emphasis on species of economic or biological importance. Emphasis on integrated pest management concepts and proper use of pesticides.
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • AGCR 2313 - Soil and Water Conservation Management


    Credits: 3
    Study of physical and chemical soil deterioration and loss, water conservation, and principles for protection and maintenance of these resources. Topics include plant/water relationships, water conservation methods, basic terrace engineering principles, sediment loss, and land use plans.
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • AGCR 2371 - Introduction to Sustainable Agriculture


    Credits: 3
    Introduce the concept of sustainable agriculture, and examine the impact from social, economic, technological, and environmental perspectives. Integration of crop and livestock management, conservation practices, organic practices, and farming techniques to increase agricultural production, efficiency, and profitability.
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • AGCR 2586 - Internship - Crop Production


    Credits: 5
    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.
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Associate Dean/Director
    Type of Course: Workforce


Air Force ROTC

  
  • AERS 1105 - The Air Force Today I


    Credits: 1
    Introduces students to the U.S. Air Force and the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC); includes Officership, professionalism, military customs and courtesies, and officer opportunities and benefits. AFROTC cadets must register for Leadership Laboratory as it complements this course with followership experience.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • AERS 1106 - The Air Force Today II


    Credits: 1
    Introduces students to the U.S. Air Force and the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC); includes Officership, professionalism, military customs and courtesies, and officer opportunities and benefits. AFROTC cadets must register for Leadership Laboratory as it complements this course with followership experience.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • AERS 2103 - The Development of Air Power I


    Credits: 1
    Introduces students to the U.S. Air Force and the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC); includes Officership, professionalism, military customs and courtesies, and officer opportunities and benefits; AFROTC cadets must register for Leadership Laboratory as it complements this course with followership experience.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • AERS 2104 - The Development of Air Power II


    Credits: 1
    Introduces students to the U.S. Air Force and the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC); includes Officership, professionalism, military customs and courtesies, and officer opportunities and benefits; AFROTC cadets must register for Leadership Laboratory as it complements this course with followership experience.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer


Anthropology

  
  • ANTH 2301 - Physical Anthropology


    Credits: 3
    The study of human origins and bio-cultural adaptations. Topics may include primatology, genetics, human variation, forensics, health, and ethics in the discipline.
    Prerequisite(s): Meet TSI college-readiness standard for Reading and Writing; or equivalent.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ANTH 2302 - Introduction to Archeology


    Credits: 3
    The study of the human past through material remains. The course includes a discussion of methods and theories relevant to archeological inquiry. Topics may include the adaption of agriculture, response to environmental charge, the emergence of complex societies, and ethics in the discipline.
    Prerequisite(s): Meet TSI college-readiness standard for Reading and Writing; or equivalent.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ANTH 2346 - General Anthropology


    Credits: 3
    The study of human beings, their antecedents, related primates, and their cultural behavior and institutions. Introduces the major subfields: physical and cultural anthropology, archeology, linguistics, their applications, and ethics in the discipline.
    Prerequisite(s): Meet TSI college-readiness standard for Reading and Writing; or equivalent.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ANTH 2351 - Cultural Anthropology


    Credits: 3
    The study of human cultures. Topics may include social organization, institutions, diversity, interactions between human groups, and ethics in the discipline.
    Prerequisite(s): Meet TSI college-readiness standard for Reading and Writing; or equivalent.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ANTH 2389 - Academic Co - op Anthropology


    Credits: 3
    Integrates on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience in anthropology. In conjunction with class seminars, the student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of anthropology. Contact the Associate Dean/Director for more information.
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Associate Dean/Director and meet TSI college-readiness standard for Reading and Writing; or equivalent.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ANTH 2401 - Physical Anthropology


    Credits: 4
    Lecture: The study of human origins and bio-cultural adaptations. Topics may include primatology, genetics, human variation, forensics, health, and ethics in the discipline. Lab: Includes demonstrations of the major principles of the lecture section. Additionally, we will analyze fossil replicas of our hominid relatives, and contemporary monkeys and apes to gain a better understanding of the biological and cultural adaptations that set modern humans apart from other hominids. We will also examine replicas of human bone to assess patterns of human variation and the impact of both biology and culture on human variation. Last, we will differentiate pathology and trauma in human remains.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Meet TSI college-readiness standard for Reading and Writing; or equivalent.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer


Applied Mathematics

  
  • TECM 1343 - Technical Algebra and Trigonometry


    Credits: 3
    Algebraic and trigonometric applications used in technical/industrial settings.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Type of Course: Workforce


Arabic

  
  • ARAB 1411 - Beginning Arabic I


    Credits: 4
    This course, which is designed for students with little or no prior training in the language, focuses on developing the four basic skills of speaking, reading, writing and listening, as well as the study of selected aspects of Arabic civilization. Instruction is enhanced by the use of audio and video materials.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARAB 1412 - Beginning Arabic II


    Credits: 4
    This course is a continuation of ARAB 1411 . It continues the development of the four basic skills of speaking, reading, writing and listening, as well as the study of selected aspects of Arabic civilization. Instruction is enhanced by the use of audio and video materials.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): ARAB 1411  or consent of Associate Dean/Director.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer


Army ROTC

  
  • MILS 1141 - Foundations of Leadership


    Credits: 1
    Fundamental concepts of leadership in a profession in both classroom and outdoor laboratory environments. The study of time management skills, basic drill and ceremony, physical fitness, rappelling, leadership reaction course, first aid, making presentations and marksmanship. Concurrent enrollment in MILS 1180  leadership lab and mandatory participation in independent physical fitness training, plus optional participation in a weekend field training exercise.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • MILS 1142 - Introduction to Leadership


    Credits: 1
    Application of principles of leadership through participation in physically and mentally challenging exercises with upper-division ROTC students. Course focuses on communication skills, organizational ethics, and study and time management techniques. Concurrent enrollment in MILS 1180  leadership lab and mandatory participation in individual physical fitness training, plus optional participation in a weekend field training exercise.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • MILS 1180 - Leadership Laboratory


    Credits: 1
    Practical laboratory of applied leadership and skills. Student-planned,
    Lab Required: Yes

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • MILS 2251 - Individual/Team Development


    Credits: 2
    Application of ethics-based leadership skills and fundamentals of ROTC’s Leadership Development Program. Develop skills in oral presentations, concise writing, event planning, coordination of group efforts, advanced first aid, land navigation, and military tactics. Concurrent enrollment in MILS 1180  leadership lab and mandatory participation in individual physical fitness training, plus optional participation in a weekend field training exercise.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • MILS 2252 - Individual/Team Military Tactics


    Credits: 2
    Introduction to individual and team aspects of military tactics in small unit operations. Includes use of radio communications, making safety assessments, movement techniques, planning for team safety/security, and pre-execution checks. Concurrent enrollment in MILS 1180  leadership lab and mandatory participation in individual physical fitness training, plus optional participation in a weekend field training exercise.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer


Arts/Photography

  
  • ARTS 1301 - Art Appreciation


    Credits: 3
    A general introduction to the visual arts designed to create an appreciation of the vocabulary, media, techniques, and purposes of the creative process. Students will critically interpret and evaluate works of art within formal, cultural, and historical context.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Meet TSI standard for INRW 0315 ; or equivalent.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 1303 - Art History I (Prehistoric to the 14th century)


    Credits: 3
    A chronological analysis of the historical and cultural contexts of the visual arts from prehistoric times to the 14th century.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Meet TSI standard for INRW 0315 ; or equivalent.
    Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 1304 - Art History II (14th century to the present)


    Credits: 3
    A chronological analysis of the historical and cultural contexts of the visual arts from the 14th century to the present day.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Meet TSI standard for INRW 0315 ; or equivalent.
    Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 1311 - Design I (2-Dimensional)


    Credits: 3
    An introduction to the fundamental terminology, concepts, theory, and application of two-dimensional design.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 1312 - Design II (3-Dimensional)


    Credits: 3
    An introduction to the fundamental terminology, concepts, theory, and application of three-dimensional design.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 1313 - Foundations of Art


    Credits: 3
    Introduction to the creative media designed to enhance artistic awareness and sensitivity through the creative and imaginative use of art materials and tools. Includes art history and culture through the exploration of a variety of art works with an emphasis on aesthetic judgment and growth. Additionally, the examination of the change in art creation based on the advancement of tools and materials pushing art production from optic technology in Renaissance painting to mechanical art to technology based art.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 1316 - Drawing I


    Credits: 3
    A foundation studio course exploring drawing with emphasis on descriptive, expressive and conceptual approaches. Students will learn to see and interpret a variety of subjects while using diverse materials and techniques. Course work will facilitate a dialogue in which students will engage in critical analysis and begin to develop their understanding of drawing as a discipline.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 1317 - Drawing II


    Credits: 3
    A studio course exploring drawing with continued emphasis on descriptive, expressive and conceptual approaches. Students will further develop the ability to see and interpret a variety of subjects while using diverse materials and techniques. Course work will facilitate a dialogue in which students will employ critical analysis to broaden their understanding of drawing as a discipline.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1316 .
    Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 2311 - Design III


    Credits: 3
    Studio art course that is a theoretical and practical study of color and composition in art and design. The course consists of studio-based projects using the formal and conceptual aspects of color. The course also examines the functions of color in art from different historical and cultural perspectives.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1311  or ARTS 1312 .
    Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 2316 - Painting I


    Credits: 3
    Studio art course that introduces the fundamental principles, materials, and techniques of painting.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1316 .
    Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 2317 - Painting II


    Credits: 3
    Studio art course that furthers the study of the principles, materials, and techniques of painting.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2316 .
    Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 2323 - Life Drawing


    Credits: 3
    Studio art course that introduces the analytic study of the human form and the figure’s potential for compositional and expressive use in drawing.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1316 .
    Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 2326 - Sculpture


    Credits: 3
    A studio art course that introduces the materials, processes, and issues pertaining to the making of three-dimensional objects and environments. The course explores the use of varied materials and techniques along with the formal and conceptual principles that form the basis of contemporary sculpture.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 2333 - Printmaking I


    Credits: 3
    A studio art course that introduces the materials, processes, and concepts pertaining to traditional and contemporary printmaking. The course explores the use of varied tools and techniques along with the formal and conceptual principles to create editioned and unique works.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 2341 - Metals


    Credits: 3
    A studio art course that introduces metalsmithing using basic techniques in jewelry design and metal construction. The course provides instruction and practical fabrication experience as it relates to the design and production of small-scale functional and/or non-functional objects.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 2346 - Ceramics I


    Credits: 3
    A studio art course that introduces basic building, throwing, and other techniques as it relates to the design and production of ceramic sculpture and pottery.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 2347 - Ceramics II


    Credits: 3
    A studio art course that furthers the study of building, throwing, and other techniques as it relates to the design and production of ceramic sculpture and pottery.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2346 .
    Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 2348 - Digital Media


    Credits: 3
    Studio art course that introduces the potential of basic digital media manipulation and graphic creation. The course emphasizes still and time-based media. Additionally, focusing on fine art photography with creative applications.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 2356 - Photography I


    Credits: 3
    A studio art course that introduces the technical and conceptual basics of photography as a creative medium.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Note: Students should expect additional supply costs, including a 35mm SLR camera, film, and photographic paper.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 2357 - Photography II


    Credits: 3
    A studio art course that furthers the study of the technical and conceptual basics of photography as a creative medium.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2356 .
    Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 2366 - Watercolor


    Credits: 3
    Studio art course that introduces the fundamental principles, materials, and techniques of watercolor and other water-based media.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • ARTS 2389 - Academic Co-op Arts/Photography


    Credits: 3
    Integrates on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience in art/photography. In conjunction with class seminars, the student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of art. Contact the Associate Dean/Director for more information.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer


Athletic Program Planning

  
  • RECL 1303 - Athletic Program Planning


    Credits: 3
    A study of planning, organizing, and conducting activities for athletic programs.
    Type of Course: Workforce


Automotive Technology

  
  • AUMT 1305 - Introduction to Automotive Technology


    Credits: 3
    An introduction to the automotive industry including automotive history, safety practices, shop equipment and tools, vehicle subsystems, service publications, professional responsibilities, and basic automotive maintenance. May be taught manufacturer specific.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Departmental Permit.
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • AUMT 1307 - Automotive Electrical Systems


    Credits: 3
    An overview of automotive electrical systems including topics in operational theory, testing, diagnosis, and repair of, charging and starting systems, and electrical accessories. Emphasis on electrical principles, schematic diagrams, and service publications. May be taught manufacturer specific.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Departmental Permit.
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • AUMT 1310 - Automotive Brake Systems


    Credits: 3
    Operation and repair of drum/disc type brake systems. Topics include brake theory, diagnosis, and repair of power, manual, anti-lock brake systems, and parking brakes. May be taught manufacturer specific.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Departmental Permit.
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • AUMT 1316 - Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems


    Credits: 3
    Diagnosis and repair of automotive suspension and steering systems including electronically controlled systems. Includes component repair, alignment procedures and tire and wheel service. May be taught manufacturer specific.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Departmental Permit.
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • AUMT 1319 - Automotive Engine Repair


    Credits: 3
    Fundamentals of engine operation, diagnosis and repair. Emphasis on identification, inspection, measurements, and disassembly, repair, and reassembly of the engine. May be taught manufacturer specific.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s):  Department Permit
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • AUMT 1345 - Automotive Climate Control Systems


    Credits: 3
    Diagnosis and repair of manual/electronic climate control systems. Includes the refrigeration cycle and EPA guidelines for refrigerant handling. May be taught manufacturer specific.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Department Permit
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • AUMT 2307 - Hybrid and/or Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) Systems Diagnostics


    Credits: 3
    An advanced study of hybrid and/or battery electric vehicles (BEV) and the unique characteristics of hybrid and/or BEV systems. Includes hybrid and/or BEV safety procedures, diagnosis, and repair of hybrid and/or BEV systems. May be taught manufacturer specific.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Department Permit
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • AUMT 2310 - Automotive Service Consultant


    Credits: 3
    Automotive service consulting skills and procedures. Includes vehicle identification, product knowledge, shop operations, warranty service contracts, communications, customer relations, internal relations, and sales skills. Emphasizes courtesy, professionalism, and communication.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Department Permit
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • AUMT 2313 - Automotive Drive Train and Axles


    Credits: 3
    A study of automotive clutches, clutch operation devices, manual transmissions/ transaxles, and differentials with emphasis on diagnosis and repair. May be taught manufacturer specific.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Department Permit
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • AUMT 2317 - Automotive Engine Performance Analysis I


    Credits: 3
    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.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Department Permit
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • AUMT 2321 - Automotive Electrical Diagnosis and Repair


    Credits: 3
    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.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Department Permit
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • AUMT 2325 - Automatic Transmission and Transaxle


    Credits: 3
    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.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Department Permit
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • AUMT 2334 - Automotive Engine Performance Analysis II


    Credits: 3
    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.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Department Permit
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • AUMT 2337 - Automotive Electronics


    Credits: 3
    Study of electronic principles applied to microcomputers and communication systems. Includes digital fundamentals, and use of electronic test equipment. May be taught manufacturer specific.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Department Permit
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • AUMT 2380 - Cooperative Education I - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician


    Credits: 3
    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Departmental Permit
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • AUMT 2381 - Cooperative Education II - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician


    Credits: 3
    Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Includes a lecture component.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Departmental Permit.
    Type of Course: Workforce


Banking

  
  • BNKG 1303 - Principles of Bank Operation


    Credits: 3
    Overview of the fundamental banking functions and the role of regulation in the banking industry. Explanation of financial products and services to various markets.
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • BNKG 1340 - Money and Financial Markets


    Credits: 3
    Monetary policy and its related effects on financial intermediaries. Includes financial markets, regulatory functions, and structures. Addresses investment and funds management.
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • BNKG 1343 - Law and Banking


    Credits: 3
    Sources of law and banking regulation. Emphasis on the laws relating to contracts, negotiable instruments, secured transactions, and consumer credit.
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • BNKG 1345 - Consumer Lending


    Credits: 3
    A study of the different types of consumer loans. Identify the federal regulations and state laws pertaining to collection and serving of a consumer loan and relate consumer credit to the lending process.
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • BNKG 1347 - Bank Marketing


    Credits: 3
    Principles of marketing as they relate to the banking industry. Special emphasis on deposit, credit, and payment related products. Pricing, promotion, product, and distribution strategies as used within the financial industry are included.
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • BNKG 1349 - Commercial Lending


    Credits: 3
    Overview of the commercial lending market and process with emphasis on credit analysis, evaluation, federal regulations, and state laws.
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • BNKG 1356 - Analyzing Financial Statements


    Credits: 3
    A study of the process of evaluating financial statements, cash flow, and ratio analysis of individuals and businesses. Emphasis on the relationship of comparative analysis and industry standards.
    Type of Course: Workforce

  
  • BNKG 2380 - Cooperative Education - Banking and Financial Support Services


    Credits: 3
    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. Contact your Workforce Program Career Coach.
    Type of Course: Workforce


Biology

  
  • BIOL 1322 - Nutrition and Diet Therapy


    Credits: 3
    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.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • BIOL 1323 - Nutrition and Diet Therapy II


    Credits: 3
    Applications of nutrition principles and techniques of nutrition care for healthy individuals and patients/clients at nutritional risk. Nutrition risk screening, interviewing/counseling methods, diet evaluation, basic diet calculations, and documentation.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • BIOL 1406 - Biology for Science Majors I


    Credits: 4
    Lecture: Fundamental principles of living organisms will be studied, including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of cytology, reproduction, genetics, and scientific reasoning are included. Lab: Laboratory activities will reinforce the fundamental principles of living organisms, including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Study and examination of the concepts of cytology, reproduction, genetics, and scientific reasoning are included.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): TSI Math score of 910-949 with a diagnostic score of 5, and TSI college-readiness standard for Reading and Writing; or equivalent.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • BIOL 1407 - Biology for Science Majors II


    Credits: 4
    Lecture: The diversity and classification of life will be studied, including animals, plants, protists, fungi, and prokaryotes. Special emphasis will be given to anatomy, physiology, ecology, and evolution of plants and animals. Lab: Laboratory activities will reinforce study of the diversity and classifications of life, including animals, plants, protists, fungi, and prokaryotes. Special emphasis will be given to anatomy, physiology, ecology, and evolution of plants and animals.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1406 .
    Note: This course includes dissection in lab.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • BIOL 1408 - Biology for Non-Science Majors I


    Credits: 4
    Lecture: Provides a survey of biological principles with an emphasis on humans, including chemistry of life, cells, structure, function, and reproduction. Lab: Laboratory activities will reinforce a survey of biological principles with an emphasis on humans, including chemistry of life, cells, structure, function, and reproduction.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • BIOL 1409 - Biology for Non-Science Majors II


    Credits: 4
    Lecture: This course will provide a survey of biological principles with an emphasis on humans, including evolution, ecology, plant and animal diversity, and physiology. Lab: Laboratory activities will reinforce a survey of biological principles with an emphasis on humans, including evolution, ecology, plant and animal diversity, and physiology.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1408 .
    Note: This course includes dissection in lab.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • BIOL 1414 - Introduction to Biotechnology I


    Credits: 4
    Overview of classical genetics, DNA structure, the flow of genetic information, DNA replication, gene transcription, protein translation. Principles of 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.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • BIOL 1415 - Introduction to Biotechnology II


    Credits: 4
    Lecture to focus on an integrative approach to study 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.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite/Concurrent Enrollment: BIOL 1414 .

    Note: There is an additional fee for this course.

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • BIOL 2389 - Academic Co-op Biology


    Credits: 3
    Integrates on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience in biology. In conjunction with class seminars, the student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of biology. Contact the Associate Dean/Director for more information.
    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1406  or BIOL 1408 .
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • BIOL 2401 - Anatomy and Physiology I


    Credits: 4
    Lecture: 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. Lab: The lab provides a hands-on learning experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology. Systems to be studied include integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and special senses.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): TSI Math score of 910-949 with a diagnostic score of 5, and TSI college-readiness standard for Reading and Writing; or equivalent. Enrollment in this course is by permission only. Please meet with an academic advisor. BIOL 1406  is strongly recommended.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • BIOL 2402 - Anatomy and Physiology II


    Credits: 4
    Lecture: 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. Lab: The lab provides a hands-on learning experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology. Systems to be studied include endocrine, cardiovascular, immune, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive (including nutrition), urinary (including fluid and electrolyte balance), and reproductive (including human development and genetics).
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): Biology 2401  with a grade of “C” or better within the last five years.
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • BIOL 2404 - Human Anatomy and Physiology Basic


    Credits: 4
    A one-semester survey of the structure and function of the human body, including discussion and study of cells, tissues, organs, and systems.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • BIOL 2406 - Environmental Biology


    Credits: 4
    Lecture: Principles of environmental systems and ecology, including biogeochemical cycles, energy transformations, abiotic interactions, symbiotic relationships, natural resources and their management, lifestyle analysis, evolutionary trends, hazards and risks, and approaches to ecological research. Lab: Laboratory activities will reinforce principles of environmental systems and ecology, including biogeochemical cycles, energy transformations, abiotic interactions, symbiotic relationships, natural resources and their management, lifestyle analysis, evolutionary trends, hazards and risks, and approaches to ecological research.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

  
  • BIOL 2416 - Genetics


    Credits: 4
    Study of the principles of molecular and classical genetics, and the function and transmission of hereditary material. Special emphasis on molecular genetics and genetic engineering.
    Lab Required: Yes

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1406 .
    Type of Course: Academic Transfer

 

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