May 02, 2024  
2021-2022 Catalog 
    
2021-2022 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. 

Additional verbiage is provided at the end of the course description if a course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as either a UGETC, General Education or a Pre-Major/Elective.  A list of the most current transferable courses can be found at https://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/sites/default/files/basic-pages/academic-programs/attachments/transfer_course_list_appendixg_2020.pdf  (Please note, not all courses listed on the transfer course list are offered at GTCC).

 

Health Information Technology

  
  • HIT 226 Pathophysiology & Pharmacology

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course covers principles of disease and the associated pharmacological treatments. Emphasis is placed on physical signs and symptoms, prognoses, common complications and therapeutic options. Upon completion, students should be able to relate disease processes to physical signs and symptoms, prognosis, common complications and their management. Pre-requisite(s): BIO 163 , BIO 166 or BIO 169  

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • HIT 280 HIM Capstone

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course integrates application of knowledge and skills learned in prior HIT courses and is designed to prepare students for professional roles in HIM and promote ethical standards of practice. Emphasis is placed on AHIMA domains and professional competencies, career services and preparation for the National Certification exam. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competency in the entry-level domains and subdomains of health information management. Pre-requisite(s): HIT 211  

    Course is offered in Spring.

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.

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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 .

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Summer.

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.

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • HRM 228 Mixology

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course provides instruction and demonstration for the practice of bartending. Emphasis is placed on set-up, including equipment/supplies/glassware; and production/service of alcoholic beverages including, but not limited to, beer, wine, cocktails, mixed/blended drinks, and specialty products. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the basics of mixing alcoholic beverages in a commercial bar, tavern or nightclub setting. Co-requisite(s): CUL 110 , CUL 110A , CUL 135  and CUL 135A .

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Spring.

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.

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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  

    Course is offered in Fall.

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 097  or ENG 002  

    Course is offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer.
  
  • 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. 

    Course is offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer.
  
  • 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  

    Course is offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer.
  
  • 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  

    Course is offered in Fall and Spring (when offered).
  
  • 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  

    Course is offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer.
  
  • 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  

    Course is offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer.
  
  • 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  

    Course is offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer.
  
  • 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  

    Course is offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Fall and Spring.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Summer.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Fall (when offered).
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Spring (when offered).

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.

    Course is offered in Spring.

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.

    Course is offered in Fall and Summer.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Spring and Summer.
  
  • ISC 220 Lean Manufacturing

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces students to the concept of lean manufacturing as a means of waste reduction. Topics include the examination of manufacturing operations and the incorporation of lean techniques to reduce waste, cost, time, and materials in manufacturing processes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of lean manufacturing systems and how they benefit the environment and business.

    Course is offered in Summer.

Information Systems Security

  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • SEC 151 Intro to Protocol Analysis

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces protocol analysis. Topics include protocol analysis tools, TCP/IP concepts, Internet protocols, network traffic analysis, monitoring network traffic, network security protocol analysis, and understanding data flow through protocol analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to perform simple protocol analysis to determine baseline network performance and identify anomalies.

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • SEC 175 Perimeter Defense

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
    This course introduces the principles of securing networks using routers and firewalls. Topics include networking protocols, threat mitigation, firewall configuration, authentication, authorization, intrusion detection, encryption, IPSec, VPNs, and remote access technologies. Upon completion, students should be able to secure internal networks using router and firewall technologies.

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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 .

    Course is offered in Spring.

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.

    Course is offered in Fall.

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. Co-requisite(s): ENG 111  

    Course is offered in Fall and Spring.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Fall and Spring.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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 

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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  

    Course is offered in Spring and Summer (when offered).
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Fall and Spring (when offered).
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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 

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Fall and Spring (when offered).
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Fall, Spring and Summer (when offered).
  
  • 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 

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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 

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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 .

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Fall and Spring (when offered).
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Fall (when offered)
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Fall and Spring (when offered).
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Spring.

Logistics

  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer.
  
  • 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.

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • 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.  

    Course is offered in Spring.

Landscape Gardening

  
  • LSG 122 Spring Gardening Lab

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 6 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course provides familiarization with basic gardening techniques by performing practical hands-on exercises required for the spring season. Emphasis is placed on pruning, irrigation, planting, fertilizing, pest-control, equipment operation, turf maintenance, and landscape construction. Upon completion, students should be able to satisfactorily perform various practices essential to maintaining the landscape in the spring season.

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • LSG 123 Summer Gardening Lab

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 6 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course provides basic hands-on experience in summer gardening techniques. Emphasis is placed on pruning, irrigation, planting, fertilizing, pestcontrol, equipment operation, turf maintenance, landscape construction, and maintaining fruits and vegetables. Upon completion, students should be able to perform various techniques essential to maintaining the summer landscape.

    Course is offered in Summer.
  
  • LSG 231 Landscape Supervision

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 6 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4
    This course provides experience in planning, implementing, and supervising various landscape management projects. Emphasis is placed on supervisory skills, organizing, and scheduling. Upon completion, students should be able to supervise employees in various landscape management jobs. Pre-requisite(s): LSG 123  and HOR 161.  

    Course is offered in Fall and Spring.

Machining

  
  • MAC 114 Introduction to Metrology

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course introduces the care and use of precision measuring instruments. Emphasis is placed on the inspection of machine parts and use of a wide variety of measuring instruments. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the correct use of measuring instruments. Co-requisite(s): DRE 097  or ENG 002  and MAT 003  (P2 grade)

    Course is offered in Fall and Summer.
  
  • MAC 121 Introduction to CNC

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course introduces the concepts and capabilities of computer numerical control machine tools. Topics include setup, operation, and basic applications. Upon completion, students should be able to explain operator safety, machine protection, data input, program preparation, and program storage. Co-requisite(s): DRE 097  or ENG 002  and MAT 003  (P2 grade)

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • MAC 122 CNC Turning

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course introduces the programming, setup, and operation of CNC turning centers. Topics include programming formats, control functions, program editing, part production, and inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to manufacture simple parts using CNC turning centers. Pre-requisite(s): MAC 121 , MAC 141 , and MAC 141A .

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • MAC 124 CNC Milling

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course introduces the manual programming, setup, and operation of CNC machining centers. Topics include programming formats, control functions, program editing, part production, and inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to manufacture simple parts using CNC machining centers. Pre-requisite(s):  MAC 121 MAC 141 , and MAC 141A .

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • MAC 131 Blueprint Reading/Mach I

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course covers the basic principles of blueprint reading and sketching. Topics include multi-view drawings; interpretation of conventional lines; and dimensions, notes, and thread notations. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret basic drawings, visualize parts, and make pictorial sketches.

    Course is offered in Fall and Summer.
  
  • MAC 132 Blueprint Reading/Mach II

    Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course introduces more complex industrial blueprints. Emphasis is placed on auxiliary views, section views, violations of true project, special views, applications of GD & T, and interpretation of complex parts. Upon completion, students should be able to read and interpret complex industrial blueprints. Pre-requisite(s): MAC 131 .

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • MAC 141 Machining Applications I

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 6 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4
    This course provides an introduction to a variety of material-working processes that are common to the machining industry. Topics include safety, process-specific machining equipment, measurement devices, set-up and layout instruments, and common shop practices. Upon completion, students should be able to safely demonstrate basic machining operations, accurately measure components, and effectively use layout instruments. Co-requisite(s): DRE 097  or ENG 002  and MAT 003  (P2 grade), MAC 114  and MAC 131 .

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • MAC 141A Machining Applications I Lab

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 6 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course provides an introduction to a variety of material-working processes, in a laboratory setting, that are common to the machining industry. Topics include safety, process-specific machining equipment, measurement devices, set-up and layout instruments, and common shop practices. Upon completion, students should be able to safely demonstrate basic machining operations, accurately measure components, and effectively use layout instruments. Co-requisite(s): MAC 114 , MAC 131 , and MAC 141 .

    Course is offered in Fall.
  
  • MAC 142 Machining Applications II

    Lecture: 2 Lab: 6 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4
    This course provides instruction in the wide variety of processes associated with machining. Topics include safety, equipment set-up, holding fixtures, tooling, cutting speeds and depths, metal properties, and proper finishes. Upon completion, students should be able to safely demonstrate advanced machining operations, accurately measure components, and produce accurate components with a proper finish. Pre-requisite(s): MAC 141 , and MAC 141A .

    Course is offered in Spring.
  
  • MAC 142A Machining Applications II Lab

    Lecture: 0 Lab: 6 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
    This course provides laboratory instruction in the wide variety of processes associated with machining. Topics include safety, equipment setup, holding fixtures, tooling, cutting speeds and depths, metal properties, and proper finishes. Upon completion, students should be able to safely demonstrate advanced machining operations, accurately measure components, and produce accurate components with a proper finish. Pre-requisite(s): MAC 141  and MAC 141A . Co-requisite(s): MAC 142 .

    Course is offered in Spring.
 

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