Apr 29, 2024  
2016-2017 Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Understanding Course Requirements

Guilford Technical Community College is committed to student success. The college offers courses for students who need additional academic preparation. GTCC requires that students are proficient in reading, writing, and math or a combination of these basic skills before they can enroll in most college courses.


The following is an alpha-numeric listing of course descriptions for all curriculum programs. A three-letter course prefix identifies the program area in which a course is offered. The three or four digit course number identifies a specific course within a program. The course title introduces the subject matter of a course. The group of numbers to the right of a course title gives, in order of information, the lecture hours per week, laboratory and/or shop hours per week, clinic and/or cooperative work hours per week, and the last digit gives the semester credit hours awarded for successful completion of the course.

 

Graphic Design

  
  • GRD 168 Photographic Imaging II

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces advanced camera operations and photographic production. Topics include lighting, specialized equipment, digital image correction and output, and other methods and materials. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in producing high quality photographic prints. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in GRD 167 .
  
  • GRD 188 Graphic Design for Web I

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the application of graphic design principles to web sites and graphics for web/mobile device delivery. Emphasis is placed on visual communication and presentation principles applied to web sites, including page layout, typography, color theory, navigation, responsive design, and image optimization. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles of design in the creation of full and mobile websites. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in GRD 141 .
  
  • GRD 241 Graphic Design III

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4
    This course is an advanced exploration of various techniques and media for advertising and graphic design. Emphasis is placed on advanced concepts and solutions to complex and challenging graphic design problems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence and professionalism in visual problem solving. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in DES 136 or GRD 142.   Co-requisite(s): GRD 246 .
  
  • GRD 242 Graphic Design IV

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4
    This course is a continuation of GRD 241.  Emphasis is placed on using advanced media techniques, concepts, strategies, and professionalism in all aspects of design. Upon completion, students should be able to conceptualize, create, and produce designs for reproduction. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in GRD 241.   Co-requisite(s): GRD 247 .
  
  • GRD 246 Design Applications III

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
    This course is designed to provide additional hands-on training in graphic design. Emphasis is placed on producing complex design projects utilizing concepts and technologies taught in GRD 241.  Upon completion, students should be able to produce complex design projects for reproduction. Co-requisite(s): GRD 241.  
  
  • GRD 247 Design Applications IV

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
    This course is designed to provide additional hands-on training in graphic design. Emphasis is placed on producing sophisticated design projects utilizing concepts and techniques covered in GRD 242.  Upon completion, students should be able to solve complex design problems by producing projects to meet client specifications for reproduction. Co-requisite(s): GRD 242.  
  
  • GRD 280 Portfolio Design

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4
    This course covers the organization and presentation of a design/advertising or graphic art portfolio and appropriate related materials. Emphasis is placed on development and evaluation of the portfolio, design and production of a resume and self-promotional materials, and interview techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and professionally present an effective portfolio and related self-promotional materials. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in GRD 142  and GRD 152 or GRA 152 .
  
  • GRD 288 Graphic Design for Web II

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers the advanced use of graphic design principles in front-end design for the multi-page websites. Emphasis is placed on online branding, responsive design, project management, UI/UX, web design using current web standards, and designing for content management systems. Upon completion, students should be able to employ the principles of design in the creation of websites across multiple platforms and devices. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in GRD 188 .

Gerontology

  
  • GRO 120 Gerontology

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers the psychological, social, and physical aspects of aging. Emphasis is placed on the factors that promote mental and physical well-being. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize the aging process and its psychological, social, and physical aspects. Pre-requisite(s): HSE 110  and PSY 150.  

Health

  
  • HEA 110 Personal Health/Wellness

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course provides an introduction to basic personal health and wellness. Emphasis is placed on current health issues such as nutrition, mental health, and fitness. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the factors necessary to the maintenance of health and wellness. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094 .
  
  • HEA 120 Community Health

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course provides information about contemporary community health and school hygiene issues. Topics include health education and current information about health trends. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and devise strategies to prevent today’s community health problems. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094 .

Heavy Equipment

  
  • HET 110 Diesel Engines

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 9 Clinic: 0 Credits: 6
    This course introduces theory, design, terminology, and operating adjustments for diesel engines. Emphasis is placed on safety, theory of operation, inspection, measuring, and rebuilding diesel engines according to factory specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to measure, diagnose problems, and repair diesel engines.
  
  • HET 115 Electronic Engines

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the principles of electronically controlled diesel engines. Emphasis is placed on testing and adjusting diesel engines in accordance with manufacturer specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose, test, and calibrate electronically controlled diesel engines. Pre-requisite(s): Take TRN 120 .
  
  • HET 119 Mechanical Transmissions

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the operating principles of mechanical medium and heavy duty truck transmissions. Topics include multiple counter shafts, power take-offs, sliding idler clutches, and friction clutches. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose, inspect, and repair mechanical transmissions.
  
  • HET 125 Preventive Maintenance

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course introduces preventive maintenance practices used on medium and heavy duty vehicles and rolling assemblies. Topics include preventive maintenance schedules, services, DOT rules and regulations, and road ability. Upon completion, students should be able to set up and follow a preventive maintenance schedule as directed by manufacturers.
  
  • HET 126 Prevent Maintenance Lab

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
    This course provides a laboratory setting to enhance preventive maintenance practices used on medium and heavy duty vehicles and rolling assemblies. Emphasis is placed on practical experiences that enhance the topics presented in HET 125.  Upon completion, students should be able to apply the laboratory experiences to the concepts presented in HET 125.   Co-requisite(s): HET 125.  
  
  • HET 128 Medium/Heavy Duty Tune Up

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course introduces tune-up and troubleshooting according to manufacturers’ specifications. Topics include troubleshooting engine systems, tune-up procedures, and use and care of special test tools and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair engines and components using appropriate diagnostic equipment. Pre-requisite(s): HET 110 .
  
  • HET 134 Diesel Fuel & Power Systems

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the principles of fuel injection and other power systems used in the heavy equipment industry including newer and cleaner technology. Emphasis is placed on test equipment, component functions, safety, and theories of older conventional and newer and cleaner Tier III and Tier IV fuel systems. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose and service fuel systems and explain proper safety procedures on alternative fuel systems used in heavy equipment industry.
  
  • HET 231 Med/Heavy Duty Brake System

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course covers the theory and repair of braking systems used in medium and heavy duty vehicles. Topics include air, hydraulic, and ABS system diagnosis and repair. Upon completion, students should be able to troubleshoot, adjust, and repair braking systems on medium and heavy duty vehicles.
  
  • HET 232 Med/Heavy Duty Brake System Lab

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
    This course provides a laboratory setting to enhance the skills for troubleshooting, adjusting, and repairing brake systems on medium and heavy duty vehicles. Emphasis is placed on practical experiences that enhance the topics presented in HET 231.  Upon completion, students should be able to apply the laboratory experiences to the concepts presented in HET 231.   Co-requisite(s): HET 231.  
  
  • HET 233 Suspension and Steering

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 4 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4
    This course introduces the theory and principles of medium and heavy duty steering and suspension systems. Topics include wheel and tire problems, frame members, fifth wheel, bearings, and coupling systems. Upon completion, students should be able to troubleshoot, adjust, and repair suspension and steering components on medium and heavy duty vehicles.

History

  
  • HIS 111 World Civilizations I

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces world history from the dawn of civilization to the early modern era. Topics include Eurasian, African, American, and Greco-Roman civilizations and Christian, Islamic, and Byzantine cultures. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in pre-modern world civilizations. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094 .
  
  • HIS 112 World Civilizations II

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces world history from the early modern era to the present. Topics include the cultures of Africa, Europe, India, China, Japan, and the Americas. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in modern world civilizations. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094 .
  
  • HIS 121 Western Civilization I

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces western civilization from pre-history to the early modern era. Topics include ancient Greece, Rome, and Christian institutions of the Middle Ages and the emergence of national monarchies in western Europe. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in early western civilization. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094 .
  
  • HIS 122 Western Civilization II

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces western civilization from the early modern era to the present. Topics include the religious wars, the Industrial Revolution, World Wars I and II, and the Cold War. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in modern western civilization. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094 .
  
  • HIS 131 American History I

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course is a survey of American history from pre-history through the Civil War era. Topics include the migrations to the Americas, the colonial and revolutionary periods, the development of the Republic, and the Civil War. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in early American history. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094 .
  
  • HIS 132 American History II

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course is a survey of American history from the Civil War era to the present. Topics include industrialization, immigration, the Great Depression, the major American wars, the Cold War, and social conflict. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in American history since the Civil War. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094 .
  
  • HIS 227 Native American History

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course surveys the history and cultures of Native Americans from pre-history to the present. Topics include Native American civilizations, relations with Europeans, and the continuing evolution of Native American cultures. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic and cultural developments among Native Americans. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094 .
  
  • HIS 236 North Carolina History

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course is a study of geographical, political, economic, and social conditions existing in North Carolina from America’s discovery to the present. Topics include native and immigrant backgrounds; colonial, antebellum, and Reconstruction periods; party politics; race relations; and the transition from an agrarian to an industrial economy. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in North Carolina. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094 .

Healthcare Business Informatics

  
  • HBI 110 Issues and Trends in HBI

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course is a survey of current and emerging technology applications and data standards in the healthcare industry. Topics include the history, implementation, use, management, and impact of information technology in healthcare settings. Upon completion, students should have an understanding of the current trends and issues in healthcare informatics.

Healthcare Management

  
  • HMT 110 Intro to Healthcare Management

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the functions, practices, organizational structures, and professional issues in healthcare management. Emphasis is placed on planning, controlling, directing, and communicating within health and human services organizations. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the concepts of management within a healthcare service environment.
  
  • HMT 210 Medical Insurance

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the concepts of medical insurance. Topics include types and characteristics of third-party payers, coding concepts, payment systems, and manual/electronic claims form preparation. Upon completion, students should be able to process third-party claims forms. Pre-requisite(s): MED 122  or OST 142.  
  
  • HMT 211 Long-Term Care Administration

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the administration of long-term care facilities and services. Emphasis is placed on nursing home care, home health care, hospice, skilled nursing facilities, and other long-term care services. Upon completion, students should be able to administer state and national standards and regulations as they apply to long-term care. Pre-requisite(s): HMT 110.  
  
  • HMT 212 Mgmt of Healthcare Organizations

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course examines current issues affecting the management of healthcare delivery systems. Topics include current problems, changes, and challenges in the healthcare environment. Upon completion, students should be able to identify current health care issues and their impact on healthcare management. Pre-requisite(s): HMT 110.  
  
  • HMT 220 Healthcare Financial Management

    Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4
    This course covers the methods and techniques utilized in the financial management of healthcare programs. Topics include cost determination, pricing of services, financial statement analysis, forecasting/projections, third-party billing, reimbursement, Medicare, Medicaid, and budgeting. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret and apply the principles of financial management in a healthcare environment. Pre-requisite(s): ACC 121  and HMT 110.  
  
  • HMT 225 Practice Management Simulation

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces medical systems used to process and analyze information in the automated office. Emphasis is placed on daily processing of patient services, management reporting used to monitor productivity and interactive database reporting and analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to process daily services, generate and interpret management reports and utilize key indicators for monitoring practice productivity. Pre-requisite(s): HMT 210.   Co-requisite(s): HMT 220.  

Horticulture

  
  • HOR 114 Landscape Construction

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the design and fabrication of landscape structures/features. Emphasis is placed on safety, tool identification and use, material selection, construction techniques, and fabrication. Upon completion, students should be able to design and construct common landscape structures/features.
  
  • HOR 118 Equipment Op & Maintenance

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course covers the proper operation and maintenance of selected equipment used in horticulture. Emphasis is placed on the maintenance, minor repairs, safety devices, and actual operation of selected equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to design a maintenance schedule, service equipment, and demonstrate safe operation of selected equipment.
  
  • HOR 160 Plant Materials I

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers identification, culture, characteristics, and use of plants in a sustainable landscape. Emphasis is placed on nomenclature, identification, growth requirements, cultural requirements, soil preferences, and landscape applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the proper selection and utilization of plant materials, including natives and invasive plants.
  
  • HOR 161 Plant Materials II

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course provides a supplementary opportunity to cover identification, culture, characteristics, and use of plants in a sustainable landscape, giving students a broader knowledge of available landscape plants for utilization in landscapes and plant production. Emphasis is placed on nomenclature, identification, growth requirements, cultural requirements, soil preferences, landscape applications and expansion of the plant palette. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the proper selection and utilization of plant materials, including natives and invasive plants. Pre-requisite(s): HOR 160 .
  
  • HOR 166 Soils & Fertilizers

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers the physical and chemical properties of soils and soil fertility and management. Topics include soil formation; classification; physical, chemical, and biological properties (including microorganisms); testing; and fertilizer application. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze, evaluate, and properly amend soils/media according to sustainable practices.
  
  • HOR 170 Horticulture Computer Apps

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course introduces computer programs as they apply to the horticulture industry. Emphasis is placed on applications of software for plant identification, design, and irrigation. Upon completion, students should be able to use computer programs in horticultural situations.

Hospitality Management

  
  • HRM 110 Intro to Hosp & Tourism

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers the growth and progress of the hospitality industry. Topics include tourism, lodging, resorts, gaming, restaurants, foodservice and clubs. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the background, context, and career opportunities that exist within the hospitality industry. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094 .
  
  • HRM 120 Front Office Procedures

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces a systematic approach to lodging front office procedures. Topics include reservations, registration, guest satisfaction, occupancy and revenue management, security, interdepartmental communications, and related guest services. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of current front office operating systems, including efficient and courteous guest services. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094  and DMA 010,  DMA 020,  DMA 030,  DMA 040,  and DMA 050 .
  
  • HRM 135 Facilities Management

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the basic elements of planning and designing hospitality facilities including environmental impacts, maintenance, and upkeep. Topics include equipment and plant preventive maintenance, engineering, interior design, space utilization, remodeling and expansion, and traffic and work flow patterns. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the planning, design, national certification, and maintenance of hospitality physical plants and equipment.
  
  • HRM 140 Legal Issues-Hospitality

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers the rights and responsibilities that the law grants to or imposes upon the hospitality industry. Topics include federal and state regulations, historical and current practices, safety and security, risk management, loss prevention, relevant torts, and contracts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the legal system and the concepts necessary to prevent or minimize organizational liability.
  
  • HRM 210 Meetings & Event Planning

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces concepts related to the planning and operation of conventions, trade shows, professional meetings, and foodservice events. Emphasis is placed on methods of marketing, selling, organizing, and producing conventions, events, and trade shows that will increase financial and environmental value. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of management principles for multi-function, multi-day conferences and events.
  
  • HRM 215 Restaurant Management

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course provides an overview of the responsibilities and activities encountered in managing a food and beverage operation. Topics include planning, organization, accounting, marketing, trends, and human resources from an integrated managerial viewpoint. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the operation of a restaurant. Pre-requisite(s): CUL 135  and CUL 135A.   Co-requisite(s): HRM 215A.  
  
  • HRM 215A Restaurant Management Lab

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
    This course provides a laboratory experience for enhancing student skills in the responsibilities and activities encountered in managing a food and beverage operation. Emphasis is placed on practical applications of planning, organization, accounting, marketing, trends, and human resources from an integrated managerial viewpoint. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in restaurant management operations which may include overseeing and execution of production and service. Pre-requisite(s): CUL 135  and CUL 135A.   Co-requisite(s): HRM 215.  
  
  • HRM 220 Cost Control-Food & Beverage

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces controls and accounting procedures as applied to costs in the hospitality industry. Topics include reports, cost control, planning and forecasting, control systems, financial statements, operational efficiencies, labor controls and scheduling. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of food, beverage, and labor cost control systems for operational troubleshooting and problem solving. Pre-requisite(s): DMA 050 . Co-requisite(s): HRM 220A.  
  
  • HRM 220A Cost Control-Food & Beverage Lab

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
    This course provides a laboratory experience for enhancing student skills in controls and purchasing procedures as applied to costs in the hospitality industry. Emphasis is placed on practical applications of reports, cost control, planning and forecasting, control systems, financial statements, operational efficiencies, labor controls and scheduling. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in computer-based control applications. Co-requisite(s): HRM 220.  
  
  • HRM 225 Beverage Management

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the management of beverages served in hospitality operations. Topics include history and trends; service, procurement and storage; knowledge and control of wines and fermented/distilled beverages; and non-alcoholic beverages, coffees, and teas. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of responsible alcohol service and the knowledge of beverages consumed in a hospitality operation.
  
  • HRM 230 Club and Resort Management

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces specific principles of managing a hospitality operation in a resort or club setting. Topics include operational efficiencies, resort and club marketing, recreational and sport activity management, and retail management. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the specialized skills involved in resort and club management.
  
  • HRM 240 Marketing for Hospitality

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers planning, organizing, directing, and analyzing the results of marketing programs for the hospitality industry. Emphasis is placed on target marketing, marketing mix, analysis, product and image development, use of current media, sales planning, advertising, public relations, and collateral materials. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the marketing process as it relates to the hospitality industry.
  
  • HRM 245 Human Resource Mgmt-Hosp

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces a systematic approach to human resource management in the hospitality industry. Topics include training/development, staffing, selection, hiring, recruitment, evaluation, benefit administration, employee relations, labor regulations/laws, discipline, motivation, productivity, shift management, contract employees and organizational culture. Upon completion, students should be able to apply human resource management skills for the hospitality industry.
  
  • HRM 280 Mgmt Problems-Hospitality

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course is designed to introduce students to timely issues within the hospitality industry and is intended to move students into a managerial mindset. Emphasis is placed on problem-solving skills using currently available resources. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of how hospitality management principles may be applied to real challenges facing industry managers. Pre-requisite(s): HRM 110.  

Human Services

  
  • HSE 110 Introduction to Human Services

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the human services field, including the history, agencies, roles, and careers. Topics include personal/professional characteristics, diverse populations, community resources, disciplines in the field, systems, ethical standards, and major theoretical and treatment approaches. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the knowledge, skills, and roles of the human services worker. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094 .
  
  • HSE 112 Group Process I

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course introduces interpersonal concepts and group dynamics. Emphasis is placed on self-awareness facilitated by experiential learning in small groups with analysis of personal experiences and the behavior of others. Upon completion, students should be able to show competence in identifying and explaining how people are influenced by their interactions in group settings. Pre-requisite(s): HSE 110  and PSY 150.  
  
  • HSE 123 Interviewing Techniques

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers the purpose, structure, focus, and techniques employed in effective interviewing. Emphasis is placed on observing, attending, listening, responding, recording, and summarizing of personal histories with instructor supervision. Upon completion, students should be able to perform the basic interviewing skills needed to function in the helping relationship. Pre-requisite(s): HSE 110  and PSY 150.  
  
  • HSE 125 Counseling

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers the major approaches to psychotherapy and counseling, including theory, characteristics, and techniques. Emphasis is placed on facilitation of self-exploration, problem solving, decision making, and personal growth. Upon completion, students should be able to understand various theories of counseling and demonstrate counseling techniques. Pre-requisite(s): HSE 110  and PSY 150.  
  
  • HSE 210 Human Services Issues

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course covers current issues and trends in the field of human services. Emphasis is placed on contemporary topics with relevance to special issues in a multi-faceted field. Upon completion, students should be able to integrate the knowledge, skills, and experiences gained in classroom and clinical experiences with emerging trends in the field. Pre-requisite(s): HSE 110.  
  
  • HSE 220 Case Management

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers the variety of tasks associated with professional case management. Topics include treatment planning, needs assessment, referral procedures, and follow-up and integration of services. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively manage the care of the whole person from initial contact through termination of services. Pre-requisite(s): HSE 110.  
  
  • HSE 225 Crisis Intervention

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the basic theories and principles of crisis intervention. Emphasis is placed on identifying and demonstrating appropriate and differential techniques for intervening in various crisis situations. Upon completion, students should be able to assess crisis situations and respond appropriately. Pre-requisite(s): HSE 125.  
  
  • HSE 226 Mental Retardation

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers mental retardation and related issues. Emphasis is placed on the theoretical perspectives, causes, prevention, and treatment of mental retardation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a general knowledge of the mentally retarded individual. This course also provides an overview of a broad range of other developmental disabilities. Pre-requisite(s): HSE 110  and PSY 150.  
  
  • HSE 245 Stress Management

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers stressors and techniques for stress management. Topics include anger, assertiveness, breathing, change, coping skills, family, time management, meditation, guided imagery, and journaling. Upon completion, students should be able to identify areas of stress and the skills and management techniques for dealing with stressors. Pre-requisite(s): HSE 110  

Humanities

  
  • HUM 110 Technology and Society

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course considers technological change from historical, artistic, and philosophical perspectives and its effect on human needs and concerns. Emphasis is placed on the causes and consequences of technological change. Upon completion, students should be able to critically evaluate the implications of technology. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094 .
  
  • HUM 115 Critical Thinking

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the use of critical thinking skills in the context of human conflict. Emphasis is placed on evaluating information, problem solving, approaching cross-cultural perspectives, and resolving controversies and dilemmas. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate orally and in writing the use of critical thinking skills in the analysis of appropriate texts. Using word processing/ presentation software application, this course may meet the SACS humanities requirement for AAS degree programs. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. Pre-requisite(s): C or better ENG 111.  
  
  • HUM 120 Cultural Studies

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the distinctive features of a particular culture. Topics include art, history, music, literature, politics, philosophy, and religion. Upon completion, students should be able to appreciate the unique character of the study culture. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094 .
  
  • HUM 121 The Nature of America

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course provides an interdisciplinary survey of the American cultural, social, and political experience. Emphasis is placed on the multicultural character of American society, distinctive qualities of various regions, and the American political system. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant cultural, social, and political aspects of American life. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094 .
  
  • HUM 122 Southern Culture

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course explores the major qualities that make the South a distinctive region. Topics include music, politics, literature, art, religion, race relations, and the role of social class in historical and contemporary contexts. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the characteristics that distinguish Southern culture. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in ENG 111.  
  
  • HUM 130 Myth in Human Culture

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course provides an in-depth study of myths and legends. Topics include the varied sources of myths and their influence on the individual and society within diverse cultural contexts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a general familiarity with myths and a broad-based understanding of the influence of myths and legends on modern culture. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094 .
  
  • HUM 150 American Women’s Studies

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course provides an inter-disciplinary study of the history, literature, and social roles of American women from Colonial times to the present. Emphasis is placed on women’s roles as reflected in American language usage, education, law, the workplace, and mainstream culture. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and analyze the roles of women as reflected in various cultural forms. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094 .
  
  • HUM 160 Introduction to Film

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the fundamental elements of film artistry and production. Topics include film styles, history, and production techniques, as well as the social values reflected in film art. Upon completion, students should be able to critically analyze the elements covered in relation to selected films. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094 .
  
  • HUM 161 Advanced Film Studies

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course provides an advanced study of film art and production, building on skills learned in HUM 160.  Topics include advanced film production techniques, film genres, examination of master directors’ styles, and the relation of film to culture. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and critically analyze advanced elements of film production. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. Pre-requisite(s): HUM 160.  
  
  • HUM 211 Humanities I

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the humanities as a record in literature, music, art, history, religion, and philosophy of humankind’s answers to the fundamental questions of existence. Emphasis is placed on the interconnectedness of various aspects of cultures from ancient through early modern times. Upon completion, students should be able to identify significant figures and cultural contributions of the periods studied. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in ENG 111.  
  
  • HUM 212 Humanities II

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the humanities as a record in literature, music, art, history, religion, and philosophy of humankind’s answers to the fundamental questions of existence. Emphasis is placed on the interconnectedness of various aspects of cultures from early modern times to the present. Upon completion, students should be able to identify significant figures and cultural contributions of the periods studied. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in ENG 111.  

Hydraulics

  
  • HYD 110 Hydraulics/Pneumatics I

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the basic components and functions of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Topics include standard symbols, pumps, control valves, control assemblies, actuators, FRL, maintenance procedures, and switching and control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the operation of a fluid power system, including design, application and troubleshooting.
  
  • HYD 111 Mobile Hydraulic Systems

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers hydraulic components on mobile equipment including construction equipment, transportation, and farm equipment. Topics include servicing of pumps, testing and adjusting components, test points, and proper use and care of test equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to use proper test equipment to locate and repair problems on equipment.

Industrial Science

  
  • ISC 112 Industrial Safety

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course introduces the principles of industrial safety. Emphasis is placed on industrial safety and OSHA regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of a safe working environment and OSHA compliance.
  
  • ISC 115 Construction Safety

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course introduces the basic concepts of construction site safety. Topics include ladders, lifting, lock-out/tag-out, personal protective devices, scaffolds, and above/below ground work based on OSHA regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of applicable safety regulations and safely participate in construction projects.
  
  • ISC 121 Environmental Health and Safety

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers workplace environmental, health, and safety concepts. Emphasis is placed on managing the implementation and enforcement of environmental health and safety regulations and on preventing accidents, injuries, and illnesses. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic concepts of environmental health and safety.
  
  • ISC 132 Manufacturing Quality Control

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces quality concepts and techniques used in industry. Topics include elementary statistics and probability, process control, process capability, and quality improvement tools. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the concepts and principles of quality and apply them to the work environment.

International Business

  
  • INT 110 International Business

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course provides an overview of the environment, concepts, and basic differences involved in international business. Topics include forms of foreign involvement, international trade theory, government influences on trade and strategies, international organizations, multinational corporations, personnel management, and international marketing. Upon completion, students should be able to describe the foundation of international business.

Legal Education

  
  • LEX 110 Introduction to Paralegal Study

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course introduces the paralegal profession and the legal system, and an emphasis is placed on the role of professional and legal ethics. Topics include regulations, ethics, case analysis, legal reasoning, career opportunities, professional organizations, terminology and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the role of the paralegal and identify the skills, knowledge, and ethics required of paralegals. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098  or EFL 074,  EFL 084,  and EFL 094 .
  
  • LEX 120 Legal Research/Writing I

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the techniques of legal research and writing. Emphasis is placed on locating, analyzing, applying, and updating sources of law; effective legal writing, including proper citation; and the use of electronic research methods. Upon completion, students should be able to perform legal research and writing assignments using techniques covered in the course. Co-requisite(s): LEX 110.  
  
  • LEX 121 Legal Research/Writing II

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers advanced topics in legal research and writing. Topics include more complex legal issues and assignments involving preparation of legal memos, briefs, and other documents and the advanced use of electronic research methods. Upon completion, students should be able to perform legal research and writing assignments using techniques covered in the course. Pre-requisite(s): LEX 120.  
  
  • LEX 130 Civil Injuries

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers traditional tort concepts and the evolving body of individual rights created by statute. Topics include intentional and non-intentional torts with emphasis on negligence, strict liability, civil rights, workplace and environmental liability, remedies, and damages. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize, explain, and evaluate elements of civil injuries and related defenses. Pre-requisite(s): LEX 120.  
  
  • LEX 140 Civil Litigation I

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the structure of the legal system and the rules governing civil litigation. Topics include jurisdiction state and federal rules of civil procedure and evidence. Upon completion, students should be able to assist an attorney in pre-litigation matters and preparation of pleadings and motions. Pre-requisite(s): LEX 120.  
  
  • LEX 141 Civil Litigation II

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers advanced topics in the civil litigation process. Topics include motions, discovery, and trial and appellate procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to assist an attorney in preparing and organizing documents for trial, settlement and post-trial practice. Pre-requisite(s): LEX 140.  
  
  • LEX 150 Commercial Law I

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers legally enforceable agreements, forms of organization, and selected portions of the Uniform Commercial Code. Topics include drafting and enforcement of contracts, leases, and related documents and selection and implementation of business organization forms, sales, and commercial papers. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the elements of a contract, prepare various business documents, and understand the role of commercial paper. Pre-requisite(s): LEX 120.  
  
  • LEX 151 Commercial Law II

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course is a continuation of LEX 150  and covers advanced topics in Business and Commercial Law. Topics include agency and employment, insurance, computer law, intellectual property, personal property and bailment, corporate organizations and bankruptcy. Upon completion, students will understand and be able to apply legal principles governing these topics and be able to draft a variety of financial instruments. Pre-requisite(s): LEX 150  
  
  • LEX 160 Criminal Law and Procedure

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces substantive criminal law and procedural rights of the accused. Topics include elements of state/federal crimes, defenses, constitutional issues, pre-trial and trial process, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain elements of specific crimes and assist an attorney in preparing a criminal case. Pre-requisite(s): LEX 120.  
  
  • LEX 170 Administrative Law

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course covers the scope, authority, and regulatory operations of various federal, state, and local administrative agencies. Topics include social security, worker’s compensation, unemployment, zoning, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to research sources of administrative law, investigate, and assist in representation of clients before administrative agencies. Pre-requisite(s): LEX 120.  
  
  • LEX 180 Case Analysis & Reasoning

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course covers the techniques of reading and applying legal opinions and the skills of case analysis. Emphasis is placed on the components of opinions and on types of legal writing. Upon completion, students should be able to read, analyze, and brief opinions and prepare legal memoranda, briefs, and other legal documents. Co-requisite(s): LEX 120.  
  
  • LEX 210 Real Property I

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the study of real property law. Topics include the distinction between real and personal property, various estates, mechanics of conveyance and encumbrance, recordation, special proceedings, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify estates, forms of deeds, requirements for recording, and procedures to enforce rights to real property. Pre-requisite(s): LEX 120.  
  
  • LEX 211 Real Property II

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course continues the study of real property law relating to title examination and preparation of closing documents. Topics include use of courthouse and other public records in title examination and preparation of documents required in real estate transactions and closings. Upon completion, students should be able to plot/draft a description, perform complete title examination, draft closing documents including title insurance forms, and prepare disbursement reconciliation. Pre-requisite(s): LEX 210.  
  
  • LEX 214 Investigation & Trial Prep

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the fundamentals of investigation. Topics include compiling/assembling data for cases; investigative planning/information gathering techniques; locating/interviewing witnesses; collection/preserving/evaluating sufficiency/admissibility of evidence; preparation of reports; and evidence presentation at depositions/court proceeding. Upon completion, students should be able to plan/use investigative checklists, understand/demonstrate investigative techniques, prepare reports, and enhance verbal and interpersonal communications skills and interviewing techniques. Pre-requisite(s): LEX 120.  
  
  • LEX 220 Corporate Law

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course covers the legal aspects of forming, operating, and maintaining a business. Emphasis is placed on the business corporation with additional coverage of sole proprietorships and partnerships. Upon completion, students should be able to draft basic partnership and corporate documents and file these documents as required. Pre-requisite(s): LEX 120.  
  
  • LEX 240 Family Law

    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers laws governing domestic relations. Topics include marriage, separation, divorce, child custody, support, property division, adoption, domestic violence, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interview clients, gather information, and draft documents related to family law. Pre-requisite(s): LEX 120.  
  
  • LEX 250 Wills, Estates and Trusts

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers various types of wills, trusts, probate, estate administration, and intestacy. Topics include types of wills and execution requirements, caveats and dissents, intestate succession, inventories and accountings, distribution and settlement, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to draft simple wills, prepare estate forms, understand administration of estates including taxation, and explain terms regarding trusts. Pre-requisite(s): LEX 120.  
 

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