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AIR 121: Air Conditioning and Refrigeration I
(3 Cr.)
Studies refrigeration theory, characteristics of refrigerants, temperature, and pressure, tools and equipment, soldering, brazing, refrigeration systems, system components, compressors, evaporators, metering devices. Presents charging and evaluation of systems and leak detection. Explores servicing the basic system. Explains use and care of oils and additives and troubleshooting of small commercial systems. Part I of II.
Lecture Hours 4-6
Total Hours 4-6
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MKT 284: Social Media Marketing
Credits: 3
Surveys the use of social networks and online communities such as blogs, wikis, virtual events that allow companies to expand their interation with customers and develop relationships with collaborative communities. Emphasizes the ongoing transformation of the way companies adjust their marketing plans to imporve interation with customers online.
Prerequisite: Completed MKT 100
Lecture Hours: 3
Total Hours: 3
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WEL 123: Shielded Metal Arc Welding
(3 Cr.)
Teaches operation of AC and DC power sources, welding polarities, heats and electrodes for use in joining various metal alloys by the arc welding process. Deals with running beads, butt, and fillet welds in all positions. Emphasizes safety procedures.
Lecture 2 hours per week
Laboratory 3-6 hours
Total 5-8 hours per week
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ACC 134: Small Business Taxes
(3 Cr.)
Introduces taxes most frequently encountered in business. Includes payroll, sales, property, and income tax.
Lecture Hours 2-3 hours per week
Total Hours 2-3
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ACC 211: Principles of Accounting I
(3 cr.)
Introduces accounting principles with respect to financial reporting. Demonstrates how decision makers use accounting information for reporting purposes. Focuses on the preparation of accounting information and its use in the operation of organizations, as well as methods of analysis and interpretation of accounting information.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ACC 212: Principles of Accounting II
(3 cr.)
Introduces accounting principles with respect to cost and managerial accounting. Focuses on the application of accounting information with respect to product costing, as well as its use within the organization to provide direction and to judge performance.
Prerequisite: ACC 211 .
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ACC 215: Computerized Accounting
(3 cr.)
Introduces the computer in solving accounting problems. Focuses on operation of computers. Presents the accounting cycle and financial statement preparation in a computerized system and other applications for financial and managerial accounting.
Prerequisite: Completed ACC 211 or equivalent.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ACC 217: Analyzing Financial Statements
(3 Cr.)
Explains the generation and limitations of data, techniques for analyzing the flow of a business’s funds, and the methods of selecting and interpreting financial ratios. Offers analytical techniques through the use of comprehensive case studies.
Prerequisite: ACC 211
Lecture Hours 3 hours per week
Total Hours 3
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ACC 221: Intermediate Accounting I
(3 cr.)
Covers accounting principles and theory, including a review of the accounting cycle and accounting for current assets, current liabilities and investments. Introduces various accounting approaches and demonstrates the effect of these approaches on the financial statement users.
Prerequisite ACC 212 or equivalent.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ACC 222: Intermediate Accounting II
(3 Cr.)
Continues accounting principles and theory with emphasis on accounting for fixed assets, intangibles, corporate capital structure, long-term liabilities, and investments.
Prerequisite: ACC 221 or equivalent
Lecture Hours: 3-4
Total Hours 3-4
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ACC 231: Cost Accounting I
(3 cr.)
Studies cost accounting methods and reporting as applied to job order, process, and standard cost accounting systems. Includes cost control and other topics.
Prerequisite ACC 212 or equivalent.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ACC 240: Fraud Examination
(3 Cr.)
Covers the principles and methodology of fraud detection and deterrence. Provides an introduction to the various ways fraud and occupational abuses occur, methods to identify the risk of exposure to loss from fraud, and appropriate prevention, detection, and investigation approaches.
Lecture Hours: 3 hours per week
Total Hours 3
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ACC 241: Auditing I
(3 cr.)
Presents techniques of investigating, interpreting, and appraising accounting records and assertions. Studies internal control design and evaluation, evidence-gathering techniques and other topics.
Prerequisite or co-requisite ACC 212 or equivalent.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ACC 261: Principles of Federal Taxation I
(3 Cr.)
Presents the study of federal taxation as it relates to individuals and related entities. Includes tax planning, compliance, and reporting.
Lecture Hours 3 hours per week
Total Hours 3
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ADJ 100: Survey of Criminal Justice
(3 cr.)
Presents an overview of the United States criminal justice system; introduces the major system components-law enforcement, judiciary and corrections.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ADJ 105: The Juvenile Justice System
(3 cr.)
Presents the evolution, philosophy, structures and processes of the American juvenile delinquency system; surveys the rights of juveniles, dispositional alternatives, rehabilitation methods and current trends.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ADJ 110: Introduction to Law Enforcement
(3 cr.)
Studies the philosophy and history of law enforcement, presenting an overview of the crime problem and policy response issues. Surveys the jurisdictions and organizations of local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Examines qualification requirements and career opportunities in the law enforcement profession.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ADJ 111: Law Enforcement Organization and Administration I
(3 cr.)
Teaches the principles of organization and administration of law enforcement agencies. Studies the management of line operations, staff and auxiliary services, investigative, and juvenile units. Introduces the concept of data processing; examines policies, procedures, rules, and regulations pertaining to crime prevention. Surveys concepts of protection of life and property, detection of offenses, and apprehension of offenders.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ADJ 117: Police Communications and Records
3 Credit Hours
Introduces the principles for the organization and administration of law enforcement communications and records. Examines relationships of custody, central services, and agency logistics to the communications and records operation.
3 Hours per week
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ADJ 133: Ethics and the Criminal Justice Professional
(3 cr.)
Examines ethical dilemmas pertaining to the criminal justice system, including those in policing, courts and corrections. Focuses on some of the specific ethical choices that must be made by the criminal justice professional.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ADJ 138: Defensive Tactics
2 Credit Hours
Surveys and demonstrates the various types of non-lethal force tools and tactics for use by criminal justice personnel in self-defense, arrest, search, restraint and transport of those in custody.
2 Credit Hours
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ADJ 139: Private Detectives/Investigators
(3 Cr.)
Instructs the student in investigative techniques, criminal law and procedure, rules of evidence, the techniques and mechanics of arrest. Meets state certification requirements for private investigators licensing.
Lecture Hours 3
Total Hours 3
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ADJ 140: Introduction To Corrections
3 Credit Hours
Focuses on societal responses to the offender. Traces the evolution of practices based on philosophies of retribution, deterrence, and rehabilitation. Reviews contemporary correctional activities and their relationships to other aspects of the criminal justice system.
3 Hours per week
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ADJ 150: Introduction to Security Administration
(3 Cr.)
Introduces the student to the field of private security–its history, structures, functions, and personnel; surveys the principles and practices of security administration.
Lecture Hours: 3
Total Hours: 3
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ADJ 161: Introduction to Computer Crime
(3 cr.)
Provides a basic introduction to the nature of computer crimes, computer criminals, relevant law, investigative techniques, and emerging trends.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ADJ 171: Forensic Science I
(4 cr.)
Introduces student to crime scene technology, procedures for sketching, diagramming and using casting materials. Surveys the concepts of forensic chemistry, fingerprint classification/identification and latent techniques, drug identification, hair and fiber evidence, death investigation techniques, thin-layer chromatographic methods, and arson materials examination.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
Laboratory 3 hours per week.
Total 6 hours per week.
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ADJ 172: Forensic Science II
(4 cr.)
Introduces student to crime scene technology, procedures for sketching, diagramming and using casting materials. Surveys the concepts of forensic chemistry, fingerprint classification/identification and latent techniques, drug identification, hair and fiber evidence, death investigation techniques, thin-layer chromatographic methods, and arson materials examination.
Prerequisite: Completed ADJ 171
Lecture 3 hours per week.
Laboratory 3 hours per week.
Total 6 hours per week.
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ADJ 201: Criminology
(3 cr.)
Studies current and historical data pertaining to criminal and other deviant behavior. Examines theories that explain crime and criminal behavior in human society.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ADJ 211: Criminal Law, Evidence and Procedures I
(3 cr.)
Teaches the elements of proof for major and common crimes and the legal classification of offenses. Studies the kinds, degrees and admissibility of evidence and its presentation in criminal proceedings with emphasis on legal guidelines for methods and techniques of evidence acquisition. Surveys the procedural requirements from arrest to final disposition in the various American court systems with focus on the Virginia jurisdiction. Part I of II.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ADJ 212: Criminal Law, Evidence and Procedures II
(3 cr.)
Teaches the elements of proof for major and common crimes and the legal classification of offenses. Studies the kinds, degrees and admissibility of evidence and its presentation in criminal proceedings with emphasis on legal guidelines for methods and techniques of evidence acquisition. Surveys the procedural requirements from arrest to final disposition in the various American course systems with focus on the Virginia jurisdiction. Part II of II.
Prerequisite: Completion of ADJ 211
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ADJ 215: Report Writing
3 Credit Hours
Introduces the basic mechanics and procedures of report writing; emphasizes clear, concise and accurate writing of communications as they relate to law enforcement records, investigations,and research.
3 Hours per week
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ADJ 225: Courts and the Administration of Justice
(3 cr.)
Studies court systems with emphasis on the technical procedures required, from incident occurrence to final disposition of the case, noting the applicable principles of civil and criminal law; focuses on Virginia courts, laws, and procedures.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ADJ 229: Law Enforcement and the Community
(3 cr.)
Considers current efforts by law enforcement personnel to achieve an effective working relationship with the community. Surveys and analyzes various interactive approaches of law enforcement agencies and the citizenry they serve.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ADJ 232: Domestic Violence
3 Credit Hours
Surveys historical issues that have affected family violence. Examines current trends in the context of the criminal justice system.
3 Hours per week
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ADJ 236: Principles of Criminal Investigation
(3 cr.)
Surveys the fundamentals of criminal investigation procedures and techniques. Examines crime scene search, collecting, handling and preserving of evidence.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ADJ 248: Probation, Parole, and Treatment
(3 cr.)
Surveys the philosophy, history, organization, personnel and functioning of traditional and innovative probation and parole programs; considers major treatment models for clients.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ARA 101: Beginning Arabic I
(5 cr.)
Introduces understanding, speaking, reading, and writing skills and emphasizes basic Arabic sentence structure. Discusses the diversity of cultures in the Arab world. Part I of II.
Prerequisite: ENG 111 eligible.
Lecture 5 hours per week.
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ARA 102: Beginning Arabic II
(5 cr.)
Introduces understanding, speaking, reading, and writing skills and emphasizes basic Arabic sentence structure. Discusses the diversity of cultures in the Arab world.
Prerequisite: Completed ARA 101 . Part II of II.
Lecture 5 hours per week.
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ARA 201: Intermediate Arabic I
(3 cr.)
Continues to develop understanding, speaking, reading and writing skills and emphasizes basic Arabic sentence structure. Discusses the diversity of cultures in the Arab world. Classes are conducted in Arabic.
Prerequisite: Completed ARA 102 . Part I of II.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ARA 202: Intermediate Arabic II
(3 cr.)
Continues to develop understanding, speaking, reading and writing skills and emphasizes basic Arabic sentence structure. Discusses the diversity of cultures in the Arab world. Classes are conducted in Arabic.
Prerequisite: Completed ARA 102 . Part II of II.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ART 101: History and Appreciation of Art I
(3 cr.)
Presents the history and interpretation of architecture, sculpture, and painting. Begins with prehistoric art and follows the development of western civilization to the present. Part I of II. This is a Passport Transfer Course.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
Recommended to be taken in sequence.
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ART 102: History and Appreciation of Art II
(3 cr.)
Presents the history and interpretation of architecture, sculpture, and painting. Begins with prehistoric art and follows the development of western civilization to the present. Part II of II. This is a Passport Transfer Course.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
Recommended to be taken in sequence.
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ART 106: History of Modern Art
(3 cr.)
Surveys the history of modern architecture, sculpture, painting, and graphic arts in representational and nonrepresentational forms. Focuses on the periods and movements that influenced the arts of the twentieth century. Emphasizes contemporary art forms, particularly the interaction between art and society, industry, and design.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ART 116: Design for the Web I
(3 cr.)
Introduces the basic elements of web page design: typography, imagery, and color, and examines how they are combined to create effective layouts. Teaches organization of materials, sketching and concept development, site planning and various methods of construction.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ART 120: Beginning Drawing
(2 cr.)
Introduces principles and practices of the various media used in drawing.
Lecture 1 hour.
Studio instruction 2 hours.
Total 3 hours per week.
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ART 121: Drawing I
(4 cr.)
Develops basic drawing skills and understanding of visual language through studio instruction/lecture. Introduces concepts such as proportion, space, perspective, tone and composition as applied to still life, landscape and the figure. Uses drawing media such as pencil, charcoal, ink wash and color media. Includes field trips and gallery assignments as appropriate.
Lecture 1-2 hours.
Studio instruction 4 hours.
Total 5-6 hours per week.
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ART 122: Drawing II
(4 cr.)
Develops basic drawing skills and understanding of visual language through studio instruction/lecture. Introduces concepts such as proportion, space, perspective, tone and composition as applied to still life, landscape and the figure. Uses drawing media such as pencil, charcoal, ink wash and color media. Includes field trips and gallery assignments as appropriate.
Prerequisite: Completed ART 121 .
Lecture 1-2 hours.
Studio instruction 4 hours.
Total 5-6 hours per week.
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ART 131: Fundamentals of Design I
(4 cr.)
Explores the concepts of two and three-dimensional design and color. May include field trips as required.
Lecture 1-2 hours.
Studio instruction 4 hours.
Total 5-6 hours per week.
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ART 132: Fundamentals of Design II
(4 cr.)
Explores the concepts of two and-three dimensional design and color. May include field trips as required.
Prerequisite: Completed ART 131 .
Lecture 1-2 hours.
Studio instruction 4 hours.
Total 5-6 hours per week.
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ART 141: Typography I
(4 cr.)
Studies the history of letter forms and typefaces and examines their uses in contemporary communications media. Emphasizes applications to specific design problems. Includes identification and specification of type, copy fitting and hands-on typesetting problems.
Prerequisite: Completed ART 131 and ART 180 or divisional approval.
Lecture 1-2 hours.
Studio instruction 4 hours.
Total 5-6 hours per week.
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ART 180: Introduction to Computer Graphics
(3 cr.)
Provides a working introduction to computer-based electronic technology used by visual artists and designers. Presents the basics of operating platforms and standard industry software. Introduces problems in which students can explore creative potential of the new electronic media environment.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
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ART 203: Animation I
(3-4 cr.)
Introduces the student to the basic techniques of animation, combining traditional and computer-generated skills. Teaches theoretical elements of the aesthetics of sequential imagery. Provides practical experience in two-dimensional and/or three-dimensional animation. Exposes the student to a variety of animation techniques.
Lecture 2 hours.
Lab 2-4 hours.
Total 4-6 hours per week.
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ART 241: Painting I
(4 cr.)
Introduces abstract and representational painting in acrylic and/or oil with emphasis on color composition and value.
Prerequisite: Completed ART 122 or division approval.
Lecture 1- 2 hours.
Studio instruction 4 hours.
Total 5-6 hours per week.
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ART 242: Painting II
(4 cr.)
Introduces abstract and representational painting in acrylic and/or oil with emphasis on color composition and value.
Prerequisite: Completed ART 241 .
Lecture 1-2 hours.
Studio instruction 4 hours.
Total 5-6 hours per week.
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ART 265: Graphic Techniques
(4 cr.)
Applies the study of printing processes to the preparation of artwork. Teaches printing processes, terminology, and related materials.
Prerequisite: Completed ART 131 and ART 180 .
Lecture 2 hours.
Studio instruction 4 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
Please see an advisor for more information.
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ART 275: Relief Printmaking
(4 cr.)
Introduces relief print making techniques including woodcut, linocut, and collograph. Includes field trips when applicable.
Prerequisite: Completion of ART 131 and ART 180 .
Lecture 2 hours.
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ART 283: Computer Graphics I
(4 cr.)
Utilizes microcomputers and software to produce computer graphics. Employs techniques learned to solve studio projects which reinforce instruction and are appropriate for portfolio use.
Prerequisite: ART 131 and ART 180 .
Lecture 1-2 hours.
Studio instruction 3-4 hours.
Total 5-6 hours per week.
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ART 284: Computer Graphics II
(4 cr.)
Utilizes microcomputers and software to produce computer graphics. Employs techniques learned to solve studio projects which reinforce instruction and are appropriate for portfolio use.
Prerequisite: Completed ART 283 .
Lecture 1-2 hours.
Studio instruction 3-4 hours.
Total 5-6 hours per week.
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ART 287: Portfolio and Resume Preparation
(1 cr.)
Focuses on portfolio preparation, resume writing, and job interviewing for students.
Lecture 1-2 hours.
Studio instruction 0-4 hours.
Total 1-6 hours per week.
Recommended for final semester program students. Requires instructor’s approval.
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ASL 101: American Sign Language I
(3 cr.)
Introduces the fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL) used by the Deaf Community, including basic vocabulary, syntax, fingerspelling, and grammatical non manual signals. Focuses on communicative competence. Develops gestural skills as a foundation for ASL enhancement. Introduces cultural knowledge and increases understanding of the Deaf Community.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ASL 102: American Sign Language II
(3 cr.)
Introduces the fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL) used by the Deaf Community, including basic vocabulary, syntax, fingerspelling, and grammatical non manual signals. Focuses on communicative competence. Develops gestural skills as a foundation for ASL enhancement. Introduces cultural knowledge and increases understanding of the Deaf Community.
Prerequisite: Completed ASL 101 or satisfactory score on appropriate proficiency exam.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ASL 125: History and Culture of the Deaf Community I
(3 cr.)
Presents an overview of various aspects of Deaf Culture, including educational and legal issues.
Prerequisite: Completed ASL 101 .
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ASL 195: Topics in
(1-5 cr.)
Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students. May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit.
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ASL 201: American Sign Language III
(3 cr.)
Develops vocabulary, conversational competence, and grammatical knowledge with a total immersion approach. Introduces increasingly complex grammatical aspects including those unique to ASL. Discusses culture and literature. Contact with the Deaf Community is encouraged to enhance linguistic and cultural knowledge.
Prerequisite for ASL 201: Completed ASL 102 .
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ASL 202: American Sign Language IV
(3 cr.)
Develops vocabulary, conversational competence, and grammatical knowledge with a total immersion approach. Introduces increasingly complex grammatical aspects including those unique to ASL. Discusses culture and literature. Contact with the Deaf Community is encouraged to enhance linguistic and cultural knowledge.
Prerequisite for ASL 202: Completed ASL 201 .
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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AUT 100: Introduction to Automotive Shop Practices
(2 cr.)
Introduces shop practices for automotive laboratory and shop safety, identification and use of hand tools, general power equipment and maintenance of automotive shop. Explains basic operation procedures of standard shop equipment. Presents Occupational Safety and Health Act standards pertaining to the automotive field. Student must take this course in the first term, unless the Program Chair approves an exception.
Prerequisite: Direct Placement into MDE 10 or higher.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
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AUT 111: Automotive Engines I
(4 cr.)
Presents analysis of power, cylinder condition, valves and bearings in the automotive engine to establish the present condition, repairs or adjustments.
Prerequisite: Direct Placement into MDE 10 or higher
Lecture 2-3 hours.
Laboratory 2-3 hours.
Total 4-6 hours per week.
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AUT 112: Automotive Engines II
(4 cr.)
Presents analysis of power, cylinder condition, valves and bearings in the automotive engine to establish the present condition, repairs or adjustments.
Prerequisite: Direct Placement into MDE 10 or higher
Lecture 2-3 hours.
Laboratory 2-3 hours.
Total 4-6 hours per week.
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AUT 121: Automotive Fuel Systems I
(4 cr.)
Analyzes major domestic and foreign automotive fuel systems to include carburetors and fuel injection systems. Includes detailed inspection and discussion of fuel tanks, connecting lines, instruments, filters, fuel pumps, superchargers, and turbo charger. Also includes complete diagnosis, troubleshooting, overhaul and factory adjustment procedures of all major carbureted and fuel injection systems.
Prerequisite: Direct Placement into MDE 10 or higher
Lecture 3 hours.
Laboratory 0-3 hours.
Total 3-6 hours per week.
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AUT 122: Automotive Fuel Systems II
(4 cr.)
Analyzes major domestic and foreign automotive fuel systems to include carburetors and fuel injection systems. Includes detailed inspection and discussion of fuel tanks, connecting lines, instruments, filters, fuel pumps, superchargers, and turbo charger. Also includes complete diagnosis, troubleshooting, overhaul and factory adjustment procedures of all major carbureted and fuel injection systems.
Prerequisite: Direct Placement into MDE 10 or higher
Lecture 3 hours.
Laboratory 0-3 hours.
Total 3-6 hours per week.
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AUT 136: Automotive Vehicle Inspection
(2 cr.)
Presents information on methods for performing automotive vehicle safety inspection.
Prerequisite: Direct Placement into MDE 10 or higher
Lecture 1 hour.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 3 hours per week.
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AUT 141: Auto Power Trains I
(4 cr.)
Presents operation, design, construction and repair of power train components, standard and automatic transmission. Includes clutches, propeller shaft, universal joints, rear axle assemblies, fluid couplings, torque converters as well as 2, 3, and 4 speed standard, overdrive and automatic transmissions.
Prerequisite: Direct Placement into MDE 10 or higher
Lecture 2-3 hours.
Laboratory 2-6 hours.
Total 4-8 hours per week.
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AUT 142: Auto Power Trains II
(4 cr.)
Presents operation, design, construction and repair of power train components, standard and automatic transmission. Includes clutches, propeller shaft, universal joints, rear axle assemblies, fluid couplings, torque converters as well as 2, 3, and 4 speed standard, overdrive and automatic transmissions.
Prerequisite: Direct Placement into MDE 10 or higher
Lecture 2-3 hours.
Laboratory 2-6 hours.
Total 4-8 hours per week.
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AUT 236: Automotive Climate Control
(4 cr.)
Introduces principles of refrigeration, air conditioning controls and adjustment and general servicing of automotive air conditioning systems.
Prerequisite: Direct Placement into MDE 10 or higher
Lecture 3 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
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AUT 241: Automotive Electricity I
(4 cr.)
Introduces electricity and magnetism, symbols and circuitry as applied to the alternators, regulators, starters, lighting systems, instruments and gauges and accessories.
Prerequisite: Direct Placement into MDE 10 or higher
Lecture 2-3 hours.
Laboratory 2-3 hours.
Total 4-6 hours per week.
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AUT 245: Automotive Electronics
(4 cr.)
Introduces field of electronics as it applies to the modern automobile. Emphasizes basic circuit operation, diagnosis and repair of digital indicator and warning systems.
Prerequisite: Direct Placement into MDE 10 or higher
Lecture 3 hours.
Laboratory 0-3 hours.
Total 3-6 hours per week.
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AUT 266: Auto Alignment, Suspension and Steering
(4 cr.)
Introduces use of alignment equipment in diagnosing, adjusting, and repairing front and rear suspensions. Deals with repair and servicing of power and standard steering systems.
Prerequisite: Direct Placement into MDE 10 or higher
Lecture 1-2 hours.
Laboratory 6 hours.
Total 7-8 hours per week.
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AUT 267: Automotive Suspension and Braking Systems
(4 cr.)
Presents the operation, design, construction, repair and servicing of braking and suspension systems. Explains use of tools and test equipment, evaluation of test results, estimation and repair cost, front and rear suspension alignment, power and standard steering, and power, standard and disc brakes.
Prerequisite: Direct Placement into MDE 10 or higher
Lecture 2-3 hours.
Laboratory 2-3 hours.
Total 4-6 hours per week.
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AUT 290: Coordinated Internship
(1-5 cr.)
Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
Prerequisite: Direct Placement into MDE 10 or higher
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BIO 101: General Biology I
(4 cr.)
Focuses on foundations in cellular structure, metabolism, and genetics in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts of evolution; structure and function; information flow, storage and exchange; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems biology. Emphasizes process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. This is a Passport Transfer Course.
Prerequisite: Placement into MTH 154 with corequisite support or higher.
Recitation and laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
May be waived as the prerequisite for BIO 141 for Allied Health students only if the student has taken one unit of high school biology with lab within five years.
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BIO 102: General Biology II
(4 cr.)
Focuses on diversity of life, anatomy and physiology of organisms, and ecosystem organization and processes in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts of evolution; structure and function; information flow, storage and exchange; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems biology. Emphasizes process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. Part II of a two-course sequence.
Prerequisite: Completion of BIO 101 .
Recitation and laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
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BIO 141: Human Anatomy and Physiology I
(4 cr.)
Integrates anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs, and systems of the human body. Integrates concepts of chemistry, physics, and pathology. Part I of II.
Prerequisite: Placement into MTH 154 with MDE 54 corequisite or higher
Lecture 3 hours.
Laboratory 2-3 hours.
Total 5-6 hours per week.
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BIO 142: Human Anatomy and Physiology II
(4 cr.)
Integrates anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs, and systems of the human body. Integrates concepts of chemistry, physics, and pathology. Part II of II.
Prerequisite: Completed of BIO 141 .
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2-3 hours.
Total 5-6 hours per week.
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BIO 145: Basic Human Anatomy & Physiology
(4 Cr.)
Introduces human anatomy and physiology. Covers basic chemical concepts, cellular physiology, anatomy, and physiology of human organ systems.
Lecture Hours: 3-4
Recitation/Laboratory Hours: 3
Total Hours: 6-7
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BIO 149: Microbiology for Allied Health
(1 cr.)
Studies the characteristics of microorganisms that are especially important to programs in the Allied Health fields. This course also emphasizes these characteristics in regard to individual and community health.
Prerequisites: ENG 111 eligible, MTE 1 , MTE 2 , MTE 3 , MTE 4 , MTE 5 .
Lecture 1 hour per week.
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BIO 150: Introductory Microbiology
(4 cr.)
Studies the general characteristics of microorganisms. Emphasizes their relationships to individual and community health.
Prerequisite: MTH 154 with co-requisite support or higher
Co-requisite: BIO 141 /BIO 142 for allied health majors.
Recitation and laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
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BIO 205: General Microbiology
(4 cr.)
Examines morphology, genetics, physiology, ecology, and control of microorganisms. Emphasizes application of microbiological techniques to selected fields.
Prerequisites: Completed BIO 102 and CHM 112 or departmental approval.
Lecture 3 hours.
Recitation and laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
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BIO 206: Cell Biology
(4 cr.)
Introduces the ultrastructure and functions of cells. Emphasizes cell metabolism, cell division, and control of gene expression.
Prerequisite: one year of college biology and one year of college chemistry.
Lecture 3 hours.
Recitation and laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
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BIO 226: Vertebrate Zoology
(4 cr.)
Focuses on structure, embryology, function, ecology, classification, and evolution of vertebrate animals.
Prerequisite: Completed BIO 102 .
Lecture 3 hours.
Recitation and laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
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BIO 231: Human Anatomy and Physiology I
(4 cr.)
Integrates the study of gross and microscopic anatomy with physiology, emphasizing the analysis and Interpretation of physiological data.
Prerequisites: Completed one year of college biology and one year of college Chemistry or divisional approval.
Lecture 3 hours.
Recitation and laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
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BIO 232: Human Anatomy and Physiology II
(4 cr.)
Integrates the study of gross and microscopic anatomy with physiology, emphasizing the analysis and Interpretation of physiological data.
Prerequisites: Completed one year of college biology and one year of college Chemistry or divisional approval.
Lecture 3 hours.
Recitation and laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
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BIO 256: General Genetics
(4 cr.)
Explores the principles of genetics ranging from classical Mendelian inheritance to the most recent advances in the biochemical nature and function of the gene. Includes experimental design and statistical analysis.
Prerequisite: Completed BIO 102 and CHM 112 or equivalent
Lecture 3 hours.
Recitation and laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
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BIO 275: Marine Ecology
(4 cr.)
Applies ecosystem concepts to marine habitats. Includes laboratory and field work.
Prerequisite: Completed BIO 102 or divisional approval.
Lecture 3 hours.
Recitation and laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
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BIO 285: Biological Problems in Contemporary Society
(3 cr.)
Discusses major biological problems facing society which may include environmental and health concerns such as pollution, bioengineering, drug abuse, conservation, famine and others.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BIO 299: Supervised Study
(1 cr.)
Capstone Presentation: Assigns a project for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor.
Corequisite: a 200 level science course.
Total 4 hours per week. 1 credit.
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BSK 1: Whole Numbers
1 credit.
Covers whole number principles and computations. Develops the mathematical mastery necessary for MTE 1 . Credit not applicable toward graduation.
Prerequisite: Tested into BSK 1 with the VPT Math Placement Test.
Total 4 hours per week.
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BUS 100: Introduction to Business
(3 cr.)
Presents a broad introduction to the functioning of business enterprise within the U.S. economic framework. Introduces economic systems, essential elements of business organization, production, human resource management, and marketing, finance, and risk management. Develops business vocabulary.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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BUS 111: Principles of Supervision I
(3 cr.)
Teaches the fundamentals of supervision, including the primary responsibilities of the supervisor. Introduces factors relating to the work of supervisor and subordinates. Covers aspects of leadership, job management, work improvement, training and orientation, performance evaluation, and effective employee/ supervisor relationships.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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