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2018-2019 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Computer Network Engineering
  

  • CNET 251 - CCNA: Wireless (4)

    This course is aligned with the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA): Wireless certification. This course covers a wide variety of wireless technology and how to configure, maintain, and troubleshoot it, as well as implementation methodologies for adding wireless to a wired local area network. Students will engage in challenging hands-on lab activities including skill building and troubleshooting practice.

    Prerequisite(s): CNET 192 - CNET Practicum (2)  and CNET 241 - Connecting Networks (4)  
  

  • CNET 255 - Cisco Certified Design Associate (4)

    This course aligns with the Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA) certification. This course covers the research and design elements of network infrastructure as well as the methodologies of implementing differing design elements into a single network infrastructure design. Students will engage in challenging hands-on lab activities including skill building and troubleshooting practice.

    Prerequisite(s): CNET 192 - CNET Practicum (2)  and CNET 241 - Connecting Networks (4)  
  

  • CNET 265 - Advanced Routing (6)

    This is the first course in a sequence leading to the Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification. This course covers advanced routing protocols and configurations for use in the enterprise network as well as IPv6 transitioning strategies. Students will engage in challenging hands-on lab activities including skill building and troubleshooting practice. Course sequence mapped to CCNP: CNET 265, CNET 266 , CNET 267 .

    Prerequisite(s): CNET 192 - CNET Practicum (2)  and CNET 241 - Connecting Networks (4)  
  

  • CNET 266 - Advanced Switching (4)

    This is the second course in a sequence leading to the Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification. This course covers layer three switching, advanced switching techniques, as well as, implementing wireless and voice into the switched network. Students will engage in challenging hands-on lab activities including skill building and troubleshooting practice. Course sequence mapped to CCNP certification: CNET 265 , CNET 266, CNET 267 .

    Prerequisite(s): CNET 192 - CNET Practicum (2)  and CNET 241 - Connecting Networks (4)  
  

  • CNET 267 - Advanced Troubleshooting (4)

    This is the third course in a sequence leading to the Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification. This course covers a wide variety of troubleshooting techniques in order to maintain networks as well as methodologies for working with larger enterprise networks and their advanced configurations. Students will engage in challenging hands-on lab activities including skill building and troubleshooting practice. Course sequence mapped to CCNP certification: CNET 265 , CNET 266 , CNET 267.

    Prerequisite(s): CNET 265 - Advanced Routing (6)  and CNET 266 - Advanced Switching (4)  
  

  • CNET 270 - Intro to Virtualization (4)

    This hands-on course explores the installation, configuration, and management of VMware Vsphere which consists of VMware ESXi and VMware vCEnter Server.  The course is based on the current versions of the software.  This course also explores new features within VMware vCenter server and VMware ESXi with relation to the previous versions.  Completion of this course helps to prepare students for taking VMware Certified professional exams.

    Prerequisite(s): CNET 121 - Network+ (3)  
  

  • CNET 292 - Field Experience (1-6)

    This is a capstone course in experiential learning. A student participates in an intensive internship, externship, or cooperative with an appropriate agency, company or organization. 

    Prerequisite(s): CNET 192 - CNET Practicum (2) 
  

  • CNET 299 - Special Topics (1-6)

    This course is being added due to needing the ability to provide special one-time course offerings as special topics courses. These may be courses offered as a test-case scenario to determine their viability of being created into a new course or as specific one-time offer courses needed for the needs of a business or organization.

Criminal Justice
  

  • CJST 120 - Defensive Driving and Firearms Safety (3)

    Major roles of the law enforcement officers are to operate a motor vehicle and handle firearms safely. This course will deliver in lecture format the cognitive knowledge necessary to accomplish this task and then culminate with a practical laboratory at a professional driving and firearms range.
  

  • CJST 121 - Assertive Driving and Marksmanship (3)

    This course provides instruction in how to use a motor vehicle as a tool to stop the flight of an offender or defense from an assailant. Additional instruction in the mastery of firearms will also be addressed.

    Prerequisite(s): CJST 120 - Defensive Driving and Firearms Safety (3)  
  

  • CJST 190 - Introduction to Computer Forensics (3)

    This course presents a basic introduction to the history of web-based criminal activity, laws surrounding computer forensic investigation, the techniques and principles used by computer forensic practitioners in the collection of digital evidence, the documentation of the procedures used during a computer-based investigation, and the preservation of computer/cyber evidence for use in legal procedures.

    Corerequisite(s): ENGL 100 - English Essentials (3)  or placement
  
  

  • CJST 199 - Special Topics (1-4)

    A special topic (ST) has a different course description for each course offered under the ST code. The division will keep a record of every special topics course offered with this subject code, including the course description.

  

  • CJST 200 - Intro Crim Justice Sys (3)

    This course provides the students with a survey of law enforcement as well as the role, history, development, and constitutional aspects of law enforcement and public safety, as well as a review of agencies involved in the process of administration of justice.

    Corerequisite(s): ENGL 100 - English Essentials (3)  or placement scores
  

  • CJST 210 - Introduction to Forensic Science (3)

    An introduction to the utilization of scientific methods and instrumentation in the analysis of physical evidence at crime scenes and in the laboratory.  The course covers fingerprints, cast and mold development, blood and other body fluids, hair, fibers, paint, glass and plastic fragments, ballistics, and specialized instrumentation.

    Corerequisite(s): ENGL 100 - English Essentials (3)   or placement scores
  

  • CJST 211 - Examination of Questionable Documents (3)

    This course focuses on a specialty area of forensic science, that of the examination of questionable documents. Topics covered will be paper and ink analysis, forged documents, and handwriting comparisons.

  

  • CJST 212 - Intro to Serial Murder (3)

    This course will introduce students to the phenomenon of serial murder including; the differences between serial, spree, and mass murderers; theories of serial murder; types of killers; psychology of killers; and individual case studies on specific killers.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 100 - English Essentials (3)  or proper placement scores
  

  • CJST 215 - Introduction to Homeland Security (3)

    This course is designed as an overview of the administrative, legislative, and operational elements of homeland security programs and processes including a review of homeland security history, policies, and programs.

    Corerequisite(s): ENGL 100 - English Essentials (3)  or placement
  

  • CJST 220 - Criminal Investigation (3)

    This course examines the fundamental principles and theories of criminal investigation, with concentration on the following subjects: report writing; sources of information: witnesses, complainants, victims, observation, physical description, identification, interviews, interrogation, modus operandi, informants, surveillance, undercover techniques, crime scene search, collection, preservation, and processing of physical evidence; raids, arrest, search, seizure, and case preparation.

    Corerequisite(s): CJST 200 - Intro Crim Justice Sys (3)  
  

  • CJST 225 - Terrorism (3)

    This course acquaints the Criminal Justice student with the concept of terrorism at both the international and domestic levels. Topics include the history of terrorism, terrorism today and terrorism in the future. Response measures taken to terrorist threats will also be examined.

    Corerequisite(s): CJST 200 - Intro Crim Justice Sys (3)  
  

  • CJST 231 - Criminal Trial Law (3)

    This course is intended to take the knowledge gained in criminal justice courses and provide an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills using actual case studies as well as text materials. The class will examine each part of a criminal case with the focus of actually prosecuting or defending at trial. The class will examine: police investigations; initial charges; preliminary hearings; grand jury practice, arraignments and bond; pre-trial suppression and discovery hearings; witness preparation and examination; trial tactics; sentencing strategies; and appeals. A mock trial may be held at the end of the class.

    Prerequisite(s): CJST 200 - Intro Crim Justice Sys (3)  and LGST 230 - Criminal Law and Procedure (3)  
  

  • CJST 232 - Immigration Law (3)

    This course will focus on a specialized area of the legal system – that of immigration law and practices. The course covers various federal agencies that oversee and enforce United States Immigration Law. Focus is upon visa application, process, consideration of non-immigrant and immigrant status, removal grounds and procedures, and forms of relief from removability. Various forms are introduced. Students will complete asylum applications and are given the opportunity to attend a removal procedure.

    Corerequisite(s): CJST 200 - Intro Crim Justice Sys (3)  
  

  • CJST 240 - Police Organization & Mgnt (3)

    This course examines the basic principles of organization and management. Federal, state, county, and municipal law enforcement agencies will be reviewed and compared with government and business administration. The important areas of leadership, planning, discipline, and contemporary police management problems will be analyzed.

    Corerequisite(s): CJST 200 - Intro Crim Justice Sys (3)  
  

  • CJST 241 - Criminal Profiling (3)

    This course focuses on the criminal investigation specialty of criminal profiling. Specific case studies will be used in class to demonstrate the process by which a profile of serial criminals are developed and used.

  

  • CJST 243 - Critical Issues in Criminal Justice (3)

    This course examines specific and controversial issues related to crime and the criminal justice system in a debate and discussion format. While the exact topics may change, some topics may include capital punishment, Megan’s law, sentencing, and domestic abuse.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 100 - English Essentials (3)  or proper placement scores
  

  • CJST 245 - Bioterrorism and Weapons of Mass Destruction (3)

    This course will center on Weapons of Mass Destruction and their potential use by terrorists. The student will explore the origins, development and weaponization of Chemical, Biological, Nuclear and Radiological Systems and Devices. The class will focus on the preparation and execution of plans and policies to counter this threat.

    Corerequisite(s): CJST 200 - Intro Crim Justice Sys (3)  
  

  • CJST 250 - Juvenile Justice System (3)

    This course provides an overview of the juvenile justice system. Focus will be on the juvenile offender, the juvenile courts system, and the juvenile detention system.

    Corerequisite(s): CJST 200 - Intro Crim Justice Sys (3)  
  

  • CJST 253 - State Police Academy Basic Training (3)

    This course is designed for law enforcement personnel who have completed the State Police Academy Basic Police Training Course. Upon presentation of the certificate of completion from the State Police Academy Basic Police Training Course, and having earned 15 credit hours at BRCTC, the student is eligible for 3.0 credit hours (without grade) in CJST 253 to be used as an elective in the A.A.S. Criminal Justice degree. See the Criminal Justice Academic Advisor for more information.
  

  • CJST 260 - The Correctional System (3)

    This course covers the court and jury system, probation and parole, and correctional institutions including jails and the non-institutional treatment of offenders. In addition, legal procedures, which affect the liberties of inmates, clients, and the correctional staff within the institutional and community settings, will be covered.

    Corerequisite(s): CJST 200 - Intro Crim Justice Sys (3)  
  

  • CJST 280 - Criminal Investigation II with Lab (4)

    This course is designed to cover the more technical aspects of investigation and evidence collection. Topics will include interviewing, evidence gathering, pattern interpretation, classification of evidence, and packaging of evidence, submitting fingerprints, taking and lifting of fingerprints, analyzing evidence, and searching and filing procedures. Times will be devoted to laboratory work in the classroom.

    Prerequisite(s): CJST 200 - Intro Crim Justice Sys (3)  and CJST 220 - Criminal Investigation (3)  
  

  • CJST 292 - Field Experience (1–6)

    With practical experience in local and regional correctional facilities, courts systems, security, and police facilities or other related organizations, students learn how to translate classroom theory and methods into professional skills and opportunities.

    Prerequisite(s): CJST 200 - Intro Crim Justice Sys (3) ; must have completed over half of the requirements for certificate or degree completion; and have an overall GPA above 2.0.
  

  • CJST 293 - Criminal Justice On-the-Job-Training (1–13)

    This course is designed to award credit to those persons who have participated in a supervised on-the-job training program in criminal justice. Credit is awarded upon receipt of a letter from the on-site supervisor stating successful completion of on-the-job training assignments and the total number of actual hours involved in the training.

    Hours (Credit hours earned for On-the-Job Training are calculated as 1 credit hour = 150 actual hours. Therefore a student must work 1950 actual hours to receive 13 credit hours.)
  

  • CJST 299 - Special Topics (1-4)

    A special topic (ST) has a different course description for each course offered under the ST code. The division will keep a record of every special topics course offered with this subject code, including the course description.


Culinary Arts
  
  
  
  

  • CART 116 - Servsafe Alcohol (1)

    This course provides practical, yet comprehensive, knowledge that assists all front-of-the-house staff in learning what they need to know to serve alcohol responsibly. Lessons are reinforced with guides, charts, exercises and case studies to make concepts much more memorable.
  

  • CART 120 - Bruin Cafe Lecture (1)

    This course is designed to teach the practice and implementation of management principles as they relate specifically to front-of-the-house operations. The students will be assigned to production teams which will, in turn, rotate through a variety of jobs including: linen preparation, table preparation, dining room set-up and decor, buffet preparation, beverage preparation, and service.

    Prerequisite(s): CART 115 - Safety/Sanitation in Food Serv (2)  
    Corerequisite(s): CART 120L - Bruin Cafe Lab (3)  
  
  
  
  
  

  • CART 170 - Bread Fundamentals (1)

    This course provides an introduction to the principles and techniques of the art and craft of bread making. Topics include formulas and techniques associated with naturally leavened loaves, hearth breads, focaccia, flat breads, rolls and other breads utilizing a variety of grains. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare classical and specialty breads that meet or exceed the expectations of restaurant and retail establishments.

    Prerequisite(s): CART 115 - Safety/Sanitation in Food Serv (2) 
    Corerequisite(s): CART 170L - Bread Fundamentals Lab (3) 
  
  

  • CART 199 - Special Topics (1-4)

    A special topic (ST) has a different course description for each course offered under the ST code. The division will keep a record of every special topics course offered with this subject code, including the course description.
  
  
  

  • CART 201 - Stocks, Soups, and Sauces (3)

    This course provides an introduction to the principles and techniques of basic stocks, Mother (leading) sauces and soups along with varied thickening agents. Special emphasis will be placed on preparation, sanitation, and the finished product.

    Prerequisite(s): CART 212 - Baking Skills & Development (4)  
  
  

  • CART 204 - Inventory and Purchasing (3)

    This course is an introduction to inventory and purchasing, the purchasing function, quality standards in purchasing, the procurement process and supplier selection and inventory control. This course will be taught using the National Restaurant Association Manage First Program.  At the end of the course, the student will take a national certification exam.

    Prerequisite(s): CART 115 - Safety/Sanitation in Food Serv (2)  
  

  • CART 212 - Baking Skills & Development (4)

    This course provides the student with the necessary fundamental skills for beginner baking. In this class, students will produce simple yeast doughs, quick bread, pies, cakes, cookies, and other baked goods found in corner bakeries, restaurants, and food markets. Instruction includes classification of ingredients and their function, baking terminology, culinary and bakery tool and equipment use, and recipe conversions. Information from this course supports the student’s development into more advanced baking and pastry coursework.

    Prerequisite(s): CART 115 - Safety/Sanitation in Food Serv (2)  
  

  • CART 231 - Garde Manger and Cold Presentations (4)

    The cold station in any restaurant is one that encompasses a wide number of techniques. From butchering to garnishing and into charcuterie this course will cover all aspects of the responsibilities associated with the art of Garde Manger. Students will prepare marinades, cold sauces, forcemeats, mousses, hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, sandwiches, and cold dishes using tools and equipment commonly found in commercial kitchens. Techniques in proper cold buffet presentations will also be taught.

    Prerequisite(s): CART 212 - Baking Skills & Development (4) 
  
  
  
  
  
  

  • CART 280 - Cake Design and Professional Decorating (4)

    This course focuses on the basic and advanced techniques of wedding cake designs, assembly, and construction. The areas of study include stacked and tiered cakes, decorating with buttercream, fresh flowers, and rolled fondant. Advanced cake techniques and variations will be produced to enhance student’s base knowledge and offerings to potential consumers.

    Prerequisite(s): CART 212 - Baking Skills & Development (4)  
  

  • CART 292 - Culinary Arts Internship (1–6)

    The purpose of the internship is to allow the student to demonstrate his or her skills in an occupational setting. The internship is considered a capstone course of the A.A.S. degree program. Completion of the internship indicates to the college that the student has achieved a satisfactory level of skills to be successful in their degree field.

    Prerequisite(s): CART 212 - Baking Skills & Development (4) 
  

  • CART 294 - International Pastries and Desserts (4)

    This course is a study of classical desserts, French and international pastries, hot and cold desserts, ice creams and ices, chocolate work, decorations, and plated dessert composition with emphasis on advanced techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): CART 212 - Baking Skills & Development (4)  
  
  
  

  • CART 299 - Special Topics (1-4)

    A special topic (ST) has a different course description for each course offered under the ST code. The division will keep a record of every special topics course offered with this subject code, including the course description.

Cyber Security
  

  • CYBR 115 - Introduction to Physical and Technical Security (3)

    An Introduction to Physical & Technical Security provides students with a solid foundation in both the technological and operational aspects of security through comprehensive coverage that explores such principal topics as security electronics, communications systems, test equipment, video and optics, alarm systems, computers and security software, access control, and more. Students will obtain an industry-based perspective and a practitioner’s point of view on all phases of physical security, including what works and what does not, through a careful mix of theory and practical application.

  

  • CYBR 125 - Principles of Incident Response and Disaster Recovery (3)

    This course presents methods of identifying vulnerabilities and taking appropriate measures to prevent and mitigate failure risks for an organization. The course presents a foundation in disaster recovery principles and planning, and emphasizes the importance of incident response to minimize prolonged downtime that can potentially lead to irreparable loss. This course addresses the overall problem of contingency planning rather than focusing on specific tasks of incident response or disaster recovery.

    Prerequisite(s): IT 111 - Info Lit for IT Professionals (3)  
  

  • CYBR 160 - Security+ (3)

    The course is presented in lecture, lab, and discussion format. Course topics include common security issues such as viruses, malware, spyware, Trojan Horse, Denial of Service (DoS), buffer overflow, and hacking. Additional course topics are methods for assessing your system, tools, and techniques for securing your computer, current threats such as cyber terrorism, industrial espionage, fraud, and identity theft. This course provides the information and skills needed to obtain the CompTIA Security+ Certification.

    Prerequisite(s): CNET 121 - Network+ (3)  
  

  • CYBR 190 - Security Assessment (3)

    This course will expose students to the process of creating a methodology and approach for conducting security assessments. Students will encounter a comprehensive step-by-step approach encompassing the entire security assessment process.

    Pre-requisite/Co-requisite(s): CAS 111 - Information Literacy (3) 
  

  • CYBR 192 - Practicum (1)

    This course will cover testing methodologies and study techniques to assist in preparing students for the Security+ certification exam.

    Prerequisite(s): CYBR 160 - Security+ (3)  
  

  • CYBR 199 - Special Topics (1-6)

    Special topic courses may be offered from time to time dependent upon current trends, employer needs, and student interests. The course description, objectives, and credit hours for each will vary based upon the topic and schedule.
  

  • CYBR 210 - Intrusion Detection (3)

    This course provides an introduction to firewalls and other network security components that work together to create an in-depth defensive perimeter around a Local Area Network. This course maps to the Check Point Certified Security Administrator certification exam objectives and examines firewalls in content with the other elements needed for effective perimeter security as well as security within a network. It incorporates an examination of technologies such as packet filtering, authentication, proxy servers, encryption, bastion hosts, virtual private networks, log file maintenance, and intrusion detection systems.

    Prerequisite(s): CNET 121 - Network+ (3)  
  

  • CYBR 220 - Wireless Security (3)

    This course provides the information needed to protect a wireless network and maps to the Certified Wireless Security Professional certification exam objectives. The course takes a comprehensive view of attacks and defenses of wireless networks and incorporates an examination of technology that helps make wireless networks secure, as well as offers practical tools, tips, and techniques to protect a wireless Local Area Network. Course content includes a foundation of wireless security, wireless LAN vulnerabilities, passive wireless discovery, active wireless attacks, wireless security models, enterprise wireless hardware security, designing a secure wireless network, secure wireless authentication, and secure wireless transmissions.

    Prerequisite(s): CNET 121 - Network+ (3)   
  

  • CYBR 250 - Internet Security (3)

    This course provides students and professionals with the ability to develop the security program necessary for protecting data and reacting to threats as they occur. It maps to the Certified Internet Webmaster Security Professional certification exam objectives, and outlines various threats that exist in today’s IT environment, and demonstrates how to defend an environment against them by developing the necessary security policies and processes. Content includes an introduction to information security and  processes, threats to IT assets, encryption, fundamentals of network security and threats intrusion detection, fundamentals of system security, UNIX system security, Windows® system security, standards, compliance, and security testing.

    Prerequisite(s): CNET 121 - Network+ (3)  
  

  • CYBR 280 - Network Defense and Countermeasures (3)

    This course provides students and professionals with hands-on introductory experience installing firewalls and intrusion detection systems. This course maps to the Security Certified Network Professional certification exam objectives, and gives students a solid foundation in advanced network security fundamentals, incorporating examination of intrusion detection, network address translation, packet filtering, proxy servers, firewalls, and virtual private networks. Course content includes network defense fundamentals, risk analysis, security policy implementation, network traffic signatures, virtual private network concepts, VPN implementation, intrusion detection system concepts, incident response, choosing and designing firewalls, firewall topology, strengthening and managing firewalls, and strengthening defense through ongoing management.

    Prerequisite(s): CYBR 192 - Practicum (1)  and CYBR 220 - Wireless Security (3)   
  

  • CYBR 281 - Ethical Hacking (3)

    This course guides students and professionals toward becoming skilled security testers and maps to the Certified Ethical Hacker certification exam objectives. Course content includes an ethical hacking overview, TCP/IP concepts review, network and computer attacks, footprinting and social engineering, port scanning, enumeration, programming for security professionals, Microsoft® operating system vulnerabilities, Linux operating system vulnerabilities, hacking web servers, hacking wireless networks, cryptography, and protecting networks with security devices.

    Prerequisite(s): CYBR 210 - Intrusion Detection (3)   and SDE 188 - Intro to Programming Logic (3)  
  

  • CYBR 283 - Computer Forensics (3)

    This course provides students and professionals with a solid foundation in computer forensics. The course is a guide toward becoming a skilled computer forensics investigator. Course content includes a computer forensics and investigations as a profession, understanding computer investigations, an investigator’s office and laboratory, data acquisition, processing crime and incident scenes, working with Windows® and DOS systems, current computer forensics analysis tools, Macintosh® and Linux boot processes and file systems, file recovery, network forensics, e-mail investigations, mobile device forensics, report writing and expert testimony for high-tech investigations, and ethics for expert witnesses.

    Prerequisite(s):   CNET 121 - Network+ (3)  and CYBR 192 - Practicum (1) 
  

  • CYBR 284 - Tactical Perimeter Defense (3)

    This course provides students with hands-on introductory experience installing firewalls and intrusion detection systems.  This course gives students a solid foundation in advanced network security fundamentals, incorporating examination of intrusion detection, network address translation, advanced TCP/IP concepts, router security, packet filtering, proxy servers, firewall design and configuration, IPSec, and virtual private network design, and wireless design security.

    Prerequisite(s): CNET 141 - Route & Switch Essentials (4)  
  

  • CYBR 290 - Applied Cybersecurity Concepts (3)

    This course will cover securing computers, applications, networks, digital forensics, and the ethical and legal practices affecting all computer users. The course also covers the strategies, implementation, and management of a business information continuity plan; mitigation of cyber vulnerabilities; and incident response and analysis. This will be an advanced course that will be a pre-requisite to CYBR 291 and be built around lab scenarios that will prepare the student(s) to work independently or on teams with limited guidance and instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): CYBR 160 - Security+ (3)  and CNET 141 - Route & Switch Essentials (4)  
  

  • CYBR 291 - Applied Cybersecurity Implemen (3)

    This hands-on course is designed to validate knowledge and skills of the student in administering and securing information systems and networks. Security topics such as vulnerability assessment, systems administration, network monitoring, incident response, and digital forensics will offer a comprehensive defense-in-depth experience. Each participant will have direct administrative access to a wide variety of networked systems (Windows, Linux and Cisco), which will be modified and instrumented throughout the course. Instruction will consist of individual labs and team-based exercises modeled from real-world threat scenarios.

    Prerequisite(s): CYBR 290 - Applied Cybersecurity Concepts (3)  
  

  • CYBR 292 - Field Experience (3-6)

    This is a capstone course in experiential learning. A student participates in an intensive internship, externship, or cooperative with an appropriate agency, company or organization.

    Prerequisite(s): CYBR 192 - Practicum (1)  
  

  • CYBR 299 - Special Topics (1-6)

    Special topic courses may be offered from time to time dependent upon current trends, employer needs, and student interests. The course description, objectives, and credit hours for each will vary based upon the topic and schedule.

Database Management
  

  • DBM 101 - Database Concepts/SQL I (3)

    Introduction to Database Concepts/SQL I provides a foundation in database design and implementation.  The Relational model is analyzed along with SQL commands.  Numerous database design methods are identified and applied.  A discussion of the various levels of the normalization process is included.  Additional topics include requirements gatherings, analysis, and trade-off discussions.  SQL coverage includes hands-on problems with MySQL databases.  Students are challenged with critical thinking questions utilizing problem-solving and analytical skills.
  

  • DBM 110 - Program for Data Structures I (3)

    This course provides an introduction to current popular programming languages used to code standard/traditional data structures.  Students will compare and contrast programming constructs of various languages.  Topics will include assignment statements, computational statements, conditional statements, branching statements, arrays, tables, loops, strings, and file input/output.  Numerous hands-on assignments are included.
  

  • DBM 120 - Data Analystics (3)

    The Data Analytics course examines the many processes of identifying useful information through a series of steps leading to supporting decision making. Topics include data requirements, data collection, data processing, data cleaning, modeling, algorithms, data analysis, and communication.  A section on data mining will be included.  Open source resources and Microsoft Excel Application will be tools used.

    Prerequisite(s): DBM 110 - Program for Data Structures I (3)  
  

  • DBM 199 - Special Topics (1-4)

    A special topics course (ST) has a different course description for each course offered under the ST code. The division will keep a record of every special topics course offered with this subject code, including the course description.
  

  • DBM 201 - Database Concepts/SQL II (3)

    This course continues work from DBM 101 - Database Concepts/SQL I (3)  with the study of database design and implementation and developing an understanding of the SQL language.  Additional topics include DBMS functions and database administration.  Special topics include discussion of Big Data and HADOOP technologies. Numerous case problems reinforce key concepts that students put into real-world practice.  A special section using Linux scripting using the Bash Shell is included to provide additional experience with SQL

    Prerequisite(s): DBM 101 - Database Concepts/SQL I (3)  
  

  • DBM 210 - Program for Data Structures II (3)

    This course examines, from an advanced level,  current popular languages used to code standard/traditional data structures and examines syntax of languages used to code nontraditional data structures.  Topics include available libraries, functions, recursion, classes, inheritance, and security concepts.

    Prerequisite(s): DBM 110 - Program for Data Structures I (3)  
  
  

  • DBM 299 - Special Topics (1-4)

    A special topics course (ST) has a different course description for each course offered under the ST code. The division will keep a record of every special topics course offered with this subject code, including the course description.

Early Childhood
  

  • ECED 101 - Found of Early Childhood Ed (3)

    The course focuses on the history of early childhood education including the contributions of Frobel, Montessori Steiner, and Reggio Emilia.  Coursework will concentrate on a diversity of programs and childcare settings: child care, Headstart, kindergarten, nursery, profit and non-profit.  This course will include perspectives from the past, theories, and approaches to care, development and education of young children.
  

  • ECED 103 - Early Language and Literacy (3)

    This course examines quality literature appropriate for children from infancy to age eight.  Appropriate literacy experiences of reading, writing, and language are practiced in the student’s communities.  Students will also examine methods of presentation and the creation of literature based settings.
  

  • ECED 105 - Child Development (3)

    This course explores knowing and understanding young children’s characteristics and needs; the multiple influences on development and learning, and how to use this developmental knowledge to create healthy, respectful, supportive and challenging learning environments.  The principles of child development are emphasized including language acquisition, creative expression, physical, cognitive and social/emotional development.
  

  • ECED 106 - Health, Nutrition and Safety (3)

    This course provides a variety of health, nutrition and safety concepts that will enable the individual to implement preventive health and safety practices in the early childcare setting.  Students will develop menus for meals and snacks which are nutritious, appealing, and age-appropriate for young children.  Recognition and treatment of child abuse victims will be addressed.
  

  • ECED 107 - Early Childhood Curriculum (3)

    This course provides the student with an introduction to methods and materials to assist young children in the learning process.  Emphasis will be placed on arrangement of indoor/outdoor space, reading, music and movement, dramatic play, math, social studies, and art centers.  Students will locate, plan, implement and evaluate creative learning activities using a variety of methods and materials.
  

  • ECED 165 - Assessment of Young Children (3)

    This course will cover formal and informal assessment strategies appropriate for children birth through age eight.  Assessment for children’s cognitive, social, physical and motor development for curriculum planning will be addressed as well as identifying children with developmental needs.
  

  • ECED 199 - Special Topics (1-4)

    A special topic (ST) has a different course description for each course offered under the ST code.  The division will keep a record of every special topics course offered with this subject code, including the course description.
  

  • ECED 206 - Family/Community Engagement (3)

    This course addresses the role of the family and community in the physical, cognitive, social and emotional growth of the child in a diverse society.  The areas of professionalism, program management, advocacy, family development and the structure of the family will be the main topics.  Building partnerships with families of the children with special needs will also be included.
  

  • ECED 220 - Early Childhood Inclusion (3)

    This course prepares learners to understand their roles, including the history and legal implications, and the nature of students with special needs.  Techniques for creating an educational environment where all students have equal opportunity to develop academically and socially are specifically addressed.
  

  • ECED 299 - Special Topics (1-4)

    A special topic (ST) has a different course description for each course offered under the ST code.  The division will keep a record of every special topics course offered with this subject code, including the course description.

Economics
  

  • ECON 123 - ~Contemporary Economics (3)

    This course serves as an introductory survey of modern economic issues. Economic theory is employed in the analysis of inflation, unemployment, pollution, regulation, market structure, and related topics. Economic institutions such as corporations, banking, and government are also studied.

    Note Not intended for A.S. Business Administration Students.
  

  • ECON 199 - Special Topics (1-4)

    A special topic (ST) has a different course description for each course offered under the ST code.  The division will keep a record of every special topics course offered with this subject code, including the course description.
 

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