2020-2021 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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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.
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Healthcare Management |
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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): OST 138 , ACC 120 and HMT 110.
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Health Information Technology |
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HIT 110 Fundamentals of HIM Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces Health Information Management (HIM) and its role in healthcare delivery systems. Topics include standards, regulations and initiatives; payment and reimbursement systems, healthcare providers and disciplines; and electronic health records (EHRs). Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of health information management and healthcare organizations, professions and trends.
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HIT 112 Health Law and Ethics Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers legislative and regulatory processes, legal terminology, and professional-related and practice-related ethical issues. Topics include confidentiality; privacy and security policies, procedures and monitoring; release of information policies and procedures; and professional-related and practice-related ethical issues. Upon completion, students should be able to apply policies and procedures for access and disclosure of Protected Health Information and apply and promote ethical standards. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in HIT 110
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HIT 114 Health Data Sys/Standards Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers concepts and techniques for managing and maintaining manual and electronic health records (EHR). Topics include structure and use of health information including data collection and analysis, data sources/sets, archival systems, and quality and integrity of healthcare data. Upon completion, students should be able to monitor and apply system-wide clinical documentation guidelines and comply with regulatory standards.
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HIT 122 Prof Practice Exp I Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Clinic: 3 Credits: 1
This course provides supervised clinical experience in healthcare settings. Emphasis is placed on practical application of curriculum concepts to the healthcare setting. Upon completion, students should be able to apply health information theory to healthcare facility practices.
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HIT 210 Healthcare Statistics Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers maintenance, compilation, analysis, and presentation of healthcare statistics and research protocols and techniques. Topics include basic statistical principles, indices, databases, registries, vital statistics, descriptive statistics, research protocol monitoring, Institutional Review Board processes, and knowledge-based research techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to apply, interpret, and present healthcare statistics and utilize research techniques to gather and interpret healthcare data. Pre-requisite(s): MAT 110 or MAT 143
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HIT 211 ICD Coding Lecture: 2 Lab: 6 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4
This course covers ICD diagnostics and procedural coding conventions and guidelines for inpatient, outpatient and ambulatory care. Emphasis is placed on a comprehensive application of anatomy, physiology and interrelationships among organ systems. Upon completion, students should be able to accurately assign and sequence diagnostic and procedural codes for patient outcomes, statistical and reimbursement purposes. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in BIO 169
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HIT 214 CPT/Other Coding Systems Lecture: 1 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course covers application of principles and guidelines of CPT/HCPCS coding. Topics include clinical classification/nomenclature systems such as SNOMED, DSM, ICD-O and the use of encoders. Upon completion, students should be able to apply coding principles to correctly assign CPT/HCPCS codes. Pre-requisite(s): HIT 211
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HIT 215 Reimbursement Methodology Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course covers reimbursement methodologies used in all healthcare settings as they relate to national billing, compliance, and reporting requirements. Topics include prospective payment systems, billing process and procedures, chargemaster maintenance, regulatory guidelines, reimbursement monitoring, and compliance strategies and reporting. Upon completion, students should be able to perform data quality reviews to validate code assignment and comply with reimbursement and reporting requirements. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in HIT 211
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HIT 216 Quality Management Lecture: 1 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course introduces principles of quality assessment and improvement, and utilization, risk, and case management, in healthcare. Topics include Continuous Quality Improvement, and case management processes, data analysis/reporting techniques, credentialing, regulatory quality monitoring requirements, and outcome measures and monitoring. Upon completion, students should be able to abstract, analyze, and report clinical data for facility-wide quality management/performance improvement programs and monitor compliance measures. Pre-requisite(s): HIT 114 and a C or better in HIT 110
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HIT 218 Mgmt Principles in HIT Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers organizational management concepts as applied to healthcare settings. Topics include roles/functions of teams/committees, leadership, communication and interpersonal skills, designing and implementing orientation/training programs, monitoring workflow, performance standards, revenue cycles, and organizational resources. Upon completion, students should be able to apply management, leadership, and supervisory concepts to various healthcare settings. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in HIT 110 and HIT 114
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HIT 220 Health Informatics & EHRs Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course covers EHR systems, design, implementation and application. Topics include EHR, Informatics, speech & imaging technology, information/network security & integrity, data dictionaries, modeling and warehousing. Upon completion, students should be able to facilitate usage of electronic health record systems and other technologies. Pre-requisite(s): OST 138 , HIT 114 and CIS 110
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HIT 222 Prof Practice Exp III Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Clinic: 6 Credits: 2
This course provides supervised clinical experience in healthcare settings. Emphasis is placed on practical application of curriculum concepts to the healthcare setting. Upon completion, students should be able to apply health information theory to healthcare facility practices.
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HIT 226 Principles of Disease Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers disease etiology and organ system involvement, including physical signs and symptoms, prognoses, and common complications and their management. Topics include basic microbiology, basic pharmacology, and principles of disease. Upon completion, students should be able to relate disease processes to etiology, physical signs and symptoms, prognosis, and common complications and their management. Pre-requisite(s): BIO 166 or BIO 169
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HIT 280 Professional Issues Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course provides a comprehensive discussion of topics common to the health information profession. Emphasis is placed on application of professional competencies, job search tools, and preparation for the certification examination. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in entry-level domains and subdomains for health information technologies. Pre-requisite(s): HIT 211
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Horticulture |
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 .
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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.
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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.
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Hospitality Management |
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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 ENG 002 (P2 grade)
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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 ENG 002 (P2 grade) and MAT 003 (P2 grade)
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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): C or better in CUL 110 , CUL 110A , CUL 135 and CUL 135A. Co-requisite(s): HRM 215A.
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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.
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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): MAT 003 (P2 grade) Co-requisite(s): HRM 220A.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Human Services |
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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HSE 226 Intellectual Disabilities Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers intellectual disabilities and related issues. Emphasis is placed on the theoretical perspectives, causes, prevention, and treatment of intellectual disabilities. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a general knowledge of individuals with intellectual disabilities.
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HSE 240 Issues in Client Services Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces systems of professional standards, values, and issues in the helping professions. Topics include confidentiality, assessment of personal values, professional responsibilities, competencies, and ethics relative to multicultural counseling and research. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and discuss multiple ethical issues applicable to counseling and apply various decision-making models to current issues.
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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
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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 097 or ENG 002
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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. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098 , ENG 002 , ENG 111 or BSP 4002.
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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 097 or ENG 002
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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 097 or ENG 002
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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): DRE 097 or ENG 002 Co-requisite(s): DRE 098 or ENG 011
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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 097 or ENG 002
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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 097 or ENG 002
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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 097 or ENG 002
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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.
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HUM 180 International Cultural Explorations Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides a framework for students to visit, examine, and analyze a country/region outside the United States to learn about the place and people. Emphasis is placed on the distinctive cultural characteristics of a country or region. Upon completion, students should be able to identify similarities/differences, analyze causes/effects, and clearly articulate the impact of one or more cultural elements. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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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.
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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.
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Hydraulics |
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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.
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Industrial Science |
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Information Systems Security |
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SEC 110 Security Concepts Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces the concepts and issues related to securing information systems and the development of policies to implement information security controls. Topics include the historical view of networking and security, security issues, trends, security resources, and the role of policy, people, and processes in information security. Upon completion, students should be able to identify information security risks, create an information security policy, and identify processes to implement and enforce policy.
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SEC 150 Secure Communications Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides an overview of current technologies used to provide secure transport of information across networks. Topics include data integrity through encryption, Virtual Private Networks, SSL, SSH, and IPSec. Upon completion, students should be able to implement secure data transmission technologies.
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SEC 160 Secure Admin I Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides an overview of security administration and fundamentals of designing security architectures. Topics include networking technologies, TCP/IP concepts, protocols, network traffic analysis, monitoring, and security best practices. Upon completion, students should be able to identify normal network traffic using network analysis tools and design basic security defenses.
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SEC 180 Information Assurance Principles Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces students to the concepts of layered and comprehensive Information Assurance best practices. Topics include user defensive measures, edge defensive measures, along with confidentiality, integrity and availability of enterprise data with the business continuity concepts of: redundancy, disaster recovery, incident handling, compliance and auditing. Upon completion, students should be able to plan effective information assurance strategies.
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SEC 210 Intrusion Detection Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces the student to intrusion detection methods in use today. Topics include the types of intrusion detection products, traffic analysis, and planning and placement of intrusion detection solutions. Upon completion, students should be able to plan and implement intrusion detection solution for networks and host-based systems.
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SEC 285 Systems Security Project Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides the student the opportunity to apply the skills and competencies acquired in the program that focus on systems security. Emphasis is placed on security policy, process planning, procedure definition, business continuity, compliance, auditing, testing procedures and systems security architecture. Upon completion, students should be able to design and implement comprehensive information security architecture from the planning and design phase through implementation. Pre-requisite(s): CTI 110 , CTI 120 , and CTS 115 .
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International Business |
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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.
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Legal Education |
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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. Co-requisite(s): ENG 111
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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. Co-requisite(s): LEX 120 .
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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.
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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. Co-requisite(s): LEX 120.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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. Co-requisite(s): LEX 120 .
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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. Co-requisite(s): LEX 120 .
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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. Co-requisite(s): LEX 120 .
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LEX 260 Bankruptcy and Collections Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides an overview of the laws of bankruptcy and the rights of creditors and debtors. Topics include bankruptcy procedures and estate management, attachment, claim and delivery, repossession, foreclosure, collection, garnishment, and post-judgment collection procedure. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and file bankruptcy forms, collection letters, statutory liens, and collection of judgments. Pre-requisite(s): LEX 120.
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LEX 270 Law Office Mgt/Technology Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course provides an overview of law office management and organization. Topics include office forms, filing systems, billing/time keeping, computer systems, calendar systems, library administration, case management, office/personnel procedures, ethics, and technology. Upon completion, students should be able to set up and maintain various law office systems, monitor case progress, and supervise non-lawyer personnel. Co-requisite(s): LEX 120 .
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LEX 271 Law Office Writing Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course covers the basics of writing for the law office including the drafting of general correspondence, the briefing of cases, and the preparation of settlement brochures. Emphasis is placed on legal vocabulary in the context of letter writing, briefing judicial opinions, and the preparation of the settlement brochure. Upon completion, students should be able to draft letters to clients, opposing counsel, government entities, and insurance companies and prepare the settlement brochure. Co-requisite(s): LEX 120.
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LEX 280 Ethics and Professionalism Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course reinforces legal ethics and the role of the paralegal in a professional work environment. Topics include a review of ethics, employment opportunities, and search techniques; paralegal certification and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the paralegal’s role in the ethical practice of law. Co-requisite(s): LEX 120.
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LEX 283 Investigation Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course covers various aspects of civil and criminal investigation. Topics include locating witnesses, interviewing techniques, obtaining records, sketching and photographing accident scenes, collecting and preserving evidence, and preparation of exhibits for trial. Upon completion, students should be able to locate witnesses, prepare questionnaires, interview witnesses, obtain criminal/motor vehicle/medical/accident records, sketch scenes, and prepare exhibits. Pre-requisite(s): LEX 120.
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LEX 285 Workers’ Comp Law Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course covers the process of initiating and handling workers’ compensation claims. Emphasis is placed on reviewing and drafting relevant Industrial Commission forms. Upon completion, students should be able to interview clients, gather information, and draft documents related to workers’ compensation claims.
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LEX 286 Medical Evidence Analysis Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course is designed to teach reading and analyzing medical records for legal evaluation of bodily injury and disability claims. Emphasis is placed on terminology, identifying, obtaining and reviewing medical records and study of the major systems of the human body. Upon completion, students will be able to compile, analyze and organize medical documents to support or disprove injury claims. Pre-requisite(s): LEX 120.
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LEX 288 Elder Law Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides an overview of laws especially relevant to older persons. Topics include healthcare decision-making, living wills, powers of attorney, financial and estate planning, government benefits, housing issues, elder abuse, and ethical considerations. Upon completion, students should be able to assist an attorney in addressing legal issues pertinent to the elderly.
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LOG 110 Introduction to Logistics Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides an overview of logistics. Topics include traffic management, warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the different segments of logistics and use the terminology of the industry.
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LOG 125 Transportation Logistics Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers the role and importance of the transportation industry. This is an overview of transportation emphasizing its environmental and sociological aspects, economic impact, services, regulatory guidelines, policies, and its future. Upon completion, students should be able to identify modes of transportation, interpret governing regulations, and describe the principles and terminology used in the transportation industry.
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LOG 211 Distribution Management Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers the functions, techniques, and tools utilized in warehousing and distribution centers and their role in business and logistics. Emphasis is placed on warehouse and distribution center management, operations, productivity, software systems, picking, automation, cross docking, safety, security, material handling, benchmarking, and cost. Upon completion, students should be able to describe the role of warehouses and distribution centers, apply industry principles and terminology, and understand distribution productivity measures. Pre-requisite(s): LOG 110.
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LOG 215 Supply Chain Management Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers all activities involved in the flow of products and information between the suppliers, customers, producers, and service providers. Topics include acquiring, purchasing, manufacturing, assembling, and distributing goods and services throughout the supply chain organizations. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the supply chain units, describe the materials management processes, and prepare for the APICS CPIM examination. Pre-requisite(s): LOG 110.
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LOG 235 Import/Export Management Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces the elements of import and export operations, from transportation to documentation, finance, and security and the effects on the global supply chain. Emphasis is placed on existing import/export regulations, customs documentation, intermodal transportation, foreign freight forwarders, global technology, and homeland security initiatives. Upon completion, students should be able to perform import/export operations, channels of distribution, implemented technologies, and associate with operating a secure supply chain. Pre-requisite(s): LOG 125.
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LOG 240 Purchasing Logistics Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces the various aspects of purchasing, and their impact on materials management, supply chain, transportation, and global logistics processes. Emphasis is placed on the different methods of electronic sourcing, negotiating and pricing principles, and on the internal and external considerations associated with international logistics. Upon completion, students should be able to describe and apply the principles and terminology used in procurement including electronic data interchange services, purchasing and logistics systems. Pre-requisite(s): LOG 110.
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LOG 250 Advanced Global Logistics Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4
This course covers the advanced application of global operations and logistics strategies, planning, technology, risk, and management necessary to cope with the global business environment. Emphasis is placed on an in-depth understanding of global sourcing, shipping, tracking, and e-logistics systems necessary to operate inbound/outbound logistics in a global market. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the different global markets and logistics technology available to process International inbound/outbound logistics transactions. Pre-requisite(s): LOG 125.
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