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2015-2016 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Health Information Management
  
  
  

  • HIM 205 - Performance Improvement/HC (3)

    This course focuses on performance improvement, resource management, and risk management in healthcare settings.

    Prerequisite(s): HIM 102 - Classification Sys 1 ICD-10 (3)  
  

  • HIM 206 - HIM Supervision (2)

    This course focuses on supervision and management principles with emphasis on the application of these principles in the health information management setting.

    Prerequisite(s): HIM 102 - Classification Sys 1 ICD-10 (3)  
  
  
  
  

  • HIM 299 - Special Topics (1-6)

    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.

History
  

  • HIST 101 - World History to 1500: Early Man Through the Renaissance (3)

    This course is a survey of World History covering the development on ancient civilizations and cultures to the year 1500, beginning with prehistoric humans and the rise of the first civilizations, including Ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, the Indus River Valley, and Early China. Continuing with the Classical Era, the survey encompasses the Greek and Roman, Indian, Japanese, and Saharan African Civilizations. The course then examines World Civilizations in the Middle Ages, including the Middle East, Europe, Asia, the Americans, and Africa, before concluding with the European Renaissance. The course compares the development and philosophical foundations of all the major world religions including Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam, as well as the major political, economic, social, and cultural systems to the year 1500.

  

  • HIST 102 - World History Since 1500: The Renaissance Through the Present (3)

    This course is a survey of World History from the European Renaissance to the present. At the beginning of the course, developments in the Western World between 1500 and 1800 received special attention, including the Renaissance, Reformation, Scientific Revolutions, Age of Exploration, Enlightenment, colonization of the Americans, and the transition from mercantilism to capitalism. Having identified the dramatic transition taking place in the West, the course then looks at the impact of those changes around the globe through the trans-Atlantic Save Trade, political revolutions in the Americans, and Europe, industrialization, 19th century imperialism, world wars I and II, communist revolutions, the rise of fascism, the Cold War, and the 19th and 20th century decolonization efforts in India, Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. The course closes with a review of economic and political globalization since the 1970s. Thematically, the course explores the nature of political, economic, and technological power and the relationship of that power to issues or race, class, gender, religion, and environment.

  

  • HIST 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.

  

  • HIST 201 - US History to 1877 (3)

    This course will introduce students to the period of United States History until the end of Reconstruction. Special emphasis will be placed upon the political, economic, and social aspects of the nation from the Colonial period until the Civil War era.
  

  • HIST 202 - US History Since 1877 (3)

    This course will explore the Post-Reconstruction era of United States History.  Special emphasis will be placed on the political, economic, and social effects upon the United States during the Gilded, Progressive, Depression, World War, and Cold War eras.
  

  • HIST 210 - WV and Appalachian History (3)

    This course studies diverse elements of the history of West Virginia including economic, cultural, geographic, and political factors that have impacted the development of the state since the colonial period. Emphasis will be placed on patterns of colonial settlement, the statehood movement, industrialization and exploitation, and current conditions in the state and Appalachian region. A survey of West Virginia will be conducted in relation to the Appalachian region, the nation, and the world.
  

  • HIST 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.

Industrial Maintenance
  

  • INDM 120 - General Industrial Maintenance/ Mechanics (3)

    This course is a comprehensive introduction to fundamentals of industrial mechanical concepts, principles, and equipment. The class covers topics such as rigging and lifting, ladders and scaffolds, hydraulics and pneumatics, lubrication, bearing, flexible belts, and mechanical drives, vibration, and alignment. Classroom lectures and hands-on labs will enable the student to gain familiarity and experience.

  

  • INDM 140 - National Electrical Code (3)

    The primary objective of the NEC course is terminology and familiarization with NEC, which is written in semi-legal terms.

  

  • INDM 160 - Welding Technology (3)

    This course provides basic understanding and entry-level skills. It covers safety and use of basic Shielded metal arc welding and Oxy-fuel flame cutting. Classroom demonstrations and hands-on labs will augment lectures to enable the student to gain familiarity and experience.


Information Technology
  

  • CTIS 150 - Forensic Computer Examiner (1–13)

    The online Forensic Computer Examiner program prepares individuals for a career as a forensic computer examiner. Student will learn to retrieve evidence and prepare reports, based on that evidence, which will stand up in a court of law. This program is an authorized Certified Computer Examiner (CCE) training course and thoroughly prepares students to take the CCE exam.

  

  • CTIS 151 - Help Desk Specialist (1–13)

    The Help Desk Specialist online program will prepare students for a challenging technical support role. Upon completing the Help Desk Specialist course work, students will be qualified to assist customers, troubleshoot hardware and software problems, and document solutions. The Help Desk Specialist training class will facilitate a higher level of understanding of the vital communication skills necessary for conflict management and effective user training as well as provide students with strong technical foundations.
  

  • CTIS 152 - Web Database Developer (1–13)

    The Web Database Developer online program will provide students with intermediate and advanced knowledge and skills utilizing and leveraging databases on the Internet. Students will be able to incorporate database design, development, and deployment into e-commerce sites, dynamic web sites, and business-to-business data collections.

  

  • CTIS 153 - Web Master (1–13)

    This online Webmaster program begins by teaching simple web page development and progresses by introducing new concepts by involving you in active web page implementation using HTML and Dynamic HTML.

  

  • CTIS 154 - Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) (1–13)

    The online MCDBA program will prepare students for Microsoft’s national MCDBA certification exam. Being a certified MCDBA in internationally recognized and is the designation awarded to professionals who design, implement, and administer Microsoft SQL Server databases.

  

  • CTIS 155 - 3ds max Program (1–13)

    This online program will teach students how to use both 3ds max and Character Studio to design, develop, and animate 3d video game characters. This program includes an internship opportunity for an additional fee. Internships are either three or six months and are performed remotely from your current location.

  

  • CTIS 156 - Cisco CCNA (10)

    This online program is comprised of two sections. The first section “Introduction to Network Engineering,” is an ideal first step into the world of network engineering. Students learn the fundamentals of data network theory and the technologies that make the network tick. Students apply this knowledge by performing hands-on networking engineering work on Cisco network devices in a simulated network environment. The second session, “Practical Network Engineering” covers some of the most powerful networking technologies and prepares students to achieve Cisco CCNA certification. This program involves extensive hands-on work on Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls in a simulated network environment.

  

  • CTIS 157 - AutoCAD (10)

    The course takes a step by step approach to learning AutoCAD, starting with a few basic tools to let students create and edit a simple drawing, and then gradually introducing tools that are more advanced. Examples and practice exercises are taken from a variety of fields where AutoCAD is used. This program begins by focusing on 2D drawing and editing tools, objects on layers, text, and basic dimensions. After mastering the basic skill, students will move on to explore efficiency tools, complex objects, using external references/image files, advanced plotting, enhancing productivity with simple customization to express basic ideas. Non-verbal and pantomime use in language emphasized.

  

  • CTIS 158 - Linux + I (13)

    The course measures vendor-neutral Linux+ knowledge and skills for an individual with at least six month practical experience (Network+ or A+ background). Students taking this program will learn the fundamentals of the Linux operating system including how to configure Linux system services, how to manage a Linux system in a networked environment, and finally how to manage the servers a Linux system provides.

  

  • CTIS 159 - Linux+ II (12)

    This is the second half of the Linux+ course of study. Students taking this program will learn the fundamentals of the Linux operating system including how to configure Linux system services, how to manage a Linux system in a networked environment, and finally how to manage the servers a Linux system provides.

  

  • CTIS 160 - Video Game Design (13)

    In this online program, students will learn the core programming and mathematics skill necessary for game developers and receive an introduction to 3D graphics pipeline programming. This program will fully prepare the students for more advanced training in the game technology field. No assumptions about prior game or graphics programming experiences are made although a reasonable familiarity with computers and background in high school level mathematics are required.

  

  • CTIS 161 - Video Game Development (13)

    This is the second half of the Video Game Design and Development Program. In this online program, students will learn the core programming and mathematics skill necessary for game developers and receive an introduction to 3D graphics pipeline programming. This program will fully prepare the students for more advanced training in the game technology field. No assumptions about prior game or graphics programming experiences are made although a reasonable familiarity with computers and background in high school level mathematics are required.

  

  • IT 105 - Computer Ethics (3)

    This course is designed to educate existing and future Information Technology professionals on the tremendous impact ethical issues have on the use of information technology in the modern business world. The topics covered include; an overview of Ethics, Ethics for IT professionals and IT users. Computer Internet and Crime, Privacy, Freedom of Expression, Intellectual Property, Software Development, Employer/Employee Issues, and individual case examinations to more closely represent real-life examples of each of these topics.

  

  • IT 111 - Info Lit for IT Professionals (3)

    This course covers a variety of introductory computing knowledge including how personal computers work, hardware components, operating systems, and the most popular productivity applications including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software.  Students will also be introduced to Internet and e-mail essentials, and will become familiar with networking basics.  The field of CyberSecurity, Networking and Information Technology will be explored.  The mathematical concepts of binary and hexadecimal numbering systems will also be discussed.

    Prerequisite(s): Computer Application Specialist, A.A.S. , Computer Network Engineering Technologies, A.A.S. , Cyber Security, A.A.S. , and Information Technology, A.A.S.  majors only.
  

  • IT 180 - A+ Essentials (4)

    This hands-on course is designed to show students how to upgrade and troubleshoot PCs on their own. Topics include setting up motherboards and hard drives; identifying and installing memory; modifying CMOS settings; configuring sound cards and modems; troubleshooting; and installing basic operating systems. Students will also learn to install, configure and troubleshoot PC Operating Systems. Students will receive experience working with a wide variety of operating systems.

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

  • IT 185 - Introduction to Linux (3)

    This course will prepare students to work with the Linux operating and help them prepare for the Linux+ CompTIA certification exams. Students will install three different Linux operating systems and complete many hands-on lab exercises.

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

  • IT 188 - Introduction to Programming Logic (3)

    This course introduces the basic concepts of programming logic. Students will examine the basic constructs of selection, sequence, and repetition, abstract data structures of records, arrays, and linked lists, and file access methods.

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

  • IT 190 - Introduction to Programming in C++ (3)

    This course covers the fundamentals of the Microsoft® Foundation Class (MFC) libraries. This course will familiarize programmers with the Microsoft Developer Studio™ visual development system and teach them how to create single document interface (SDI) applications using MFC and the Visual C++ development system.

  

  • IT 191 - Practicum (1)

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

    Prerequisite(s): Must be taken in the semester following IT 180 - A+ Essentials (4) .

    Must be taken in the first 30 credits of study.
  

  • IT 192 - Introduction to Programming in Visual Basic (3)

    This course familiarizes the student with the Visual Studio environment using Visual Basic. Students will use Foundation Class libraries to develop simple applications.

    Prerequisite(s): IT 188 - Introduction to Programming Logic (3) 
  

  • IT 194 - Introduction to Programming Java (3)

    This course provides students with a basic understanding of the principles of JAVA programming.  It covers syntax, structure and emphasizes problem solving techniques.  Students crate programs using input/output statement; if, while, do while, and forloop logic structures; arrays, functions, and basic object oriented programming techniques.  Students will be able to recognize and correct common programming errors.

    Prerequisite(s): IT 188 - Introduction to Programming Logic (3)  
  

  • IT 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.

  

  • IT 200 - Network+ (3)

    The goal of this course is to provide an introduction to networking technologies and prepare students to pass CompTIA’s broad-based, vendor independent networking certification exam, and Network +. This course covers a wide range of material about networking, from careers in networking, local area networks, wide area networks, protocols, topologies, transmission media, and security. It not only introduces a variety of concepts, but also discusses in-depth the most significant aspects of networking, such as the TCP/IP protocol suite. In addition to explaining concepts, the course uses a multitude of real world examples of networking issues from a professional’s standpoint, thus making the course a practical preparation for the professional world. 

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

  • IT 204 - Windows Fundamentals (3)

    This course will introduce students to the fundamentals of Windows desktop operating systems in a networked environment. Students will learn about system imaging, windows deployment, unattended installations, TCP/IP from the Microsoft® perspective, fundamental networking skills, file and folder permissions, file and print services, hyper-v, and VMware® virtualization.

    Prerequisite(s): IT 204 - Windows Fundamentals (3)  
  

  • IT 205 - Developing & Implementing Web Applications w/MS Visual Basic .NET & Visual Studio .NET (4)

    This instructor-led course teaches Microsoft Visual Basic® programmers and beginning web developers the fundamentals of web application site implementation by using Microsoft ASP.NET and Microsoft Visual Basic .NET. This course focuses on using the Microsoft Visual Studio® .NET environment and the Microsoft .NET platform to create an ASP.NET web application that delivers dynamic content to a website.

  

  • IT 208 - Administering SQL Server (3)

    This course provides students with the knowledge and skills required to install, configure, administer, and troubleshoot the client-server database management system of Microsoft® SQL Server.

  

  • IT 209 - Designing and Implementing Databases with SQL Server (3)

    This course provides students with the technical skills required to program a database solution by using Microsoft® SQL Server.

    Prerequisite(s): IT 208 .
  

  • IT 210 - Help Desk Technician (3)

    This course prepares the student to help and support non-technical people with computer related problems in the workplace.  Students will learn the fundamentals of help desk organization; the role of technology and computer support personnel in a business organization; software technologies to track and monitor the help desk infrastructure; integration of telephony and web-based support into the help desk environment; effective use of basic tools and technologies required for end user support; and positive, effective methods for meeting customer expectations and needs.

    Prerequisite(s): IT 180 - A+ Essentials (4)  
  

  • IT 252 - Distributed Applications with Visual C++ (3)

    This course teaches developers who use the Microsoft® Visual C++® development system how to create component object model (COM) objects using Visual C++ and the Active Template Library (ATL).

    Prerequisite(s): IT 253 .
  

  • IT 253 - Desktop Applications with Visual C++ (3)

    This course teaches C++ programmers how to develop applications by using Microsoft® Foundation Class (MFC) Library and the Microsoft Visual C++® 6 development environment.

    Prerequisite(s): IT 190 .
  

  • IT 254 - Distributed Applications with Visual Basic (3)

    Students apply the Microsoft Solution Framework to a multi-tier environment, creating a user interface, COM DLLs, and Active X data objects using Visual Basic.

    Prerequisite(s): IT 255 .
  

  • IT 255 - Desktop Applications with Visual Basic (3)

    This course introduces user interface design, including control arrays, menu basics and data validation. Students use VB classes to model business objects. COM objects and Active X basics are introduced.

    Prerequisite(s): IT 192  and IT 251.
  

  • IT 260 - Introduction to Oracle (3)

    This course offers students an extensive introduction to data server technology. The class covers the concepts of relational databases and the powerful SQL and PL/SQL programming languages. Students are taught to create and maintain database objects and to store, retrieve, and manipulate data. In addition, students learn to create PL/SQL blocks of application code that can be shared by multiple forms, reports, and data management applications. Demonstrations and hands-on practice reinforce the fundamental concepts.

  

  • IT 261 - Oracle Forms I (3)

    In this course, participants build and test interactive applications consisting of one or more Oracle forms modules. Working in a graphical user interface (GUI) development environment, participants will build a complete forms application. In the process, participants learn how to customize forms with graphical user input items, such as check boxes, list items, and radio groups. They also learn how to modify data access by creating event-related triggers.

    Prerequisite(s): IT 263 .
  

  • IT 262 - Oracle Reports (3)

    In this course, participants learn to develop a variety of standard and custom reports using Oracle Reports in a client/server environment. Class exercises guide participants in retrieving, displaying, and formatting data in numerous reporting styles such as tabular, break, master/detail, matrix, and form letter reports. Participants will also customize their reports by combining text and graphics with quantitative data to meet specific business requirements.

    Prerequisite(s): IT 264 .
  

  • IT 263 - Oracle Program Units (2)

    This course enables participants to learn how to write PL/SQL procedures, functions, and packages. Working in both the Procedure Builder and the SQL*Plus environments, participants will learn how to create and manage PL/ SQL program units and database triggers. Participants will also learn how to use some of the Oracle-supplied packages.

    Prerequisite(s): IT 260 .
  

  • IT 264 - Oracle Forms II (2)

    This course instructs technical professionals on how to broaden their skills with Oracle Forms. The course makes extensive use of complex Oracle Forms concepts.

    Prerequisite(s): IT 261 .
  

  • IT 269 - Project Management (3)

    This comprehensive course examines the various models used to develop and control the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Schedule, and Cost. Additionally, the class will perform analysis on the time, cost models, and evaluate the outcome. There will be case problems and labs utilizing MS Project as the project management process tool.

    Prerequisite(s): IT 111 - Info Lit for IT Professionals (3) , ENGL 110 - Technical Writing & Communication (3) , and completion of a minimum of 45 credits
  

  • IT 270 - Installing, Configuring, & Administering Windows Desktop Operating Systems (3)

    This course will prepare students to install, configure, and administer Windows Vista. The student will possess the knowledge and skills to configure Windows Vista for optimal performance on the desktop, including installing, managing, and configuring the new security, network, and application features in Windows Vista.

    Prerequisite(s): IT 204  .
  

  • IT 276 - Security+ (3)

    The course is presented in lecture, lab, and discussion format. Course topics include common security issues such as viruses, malware, spyware, Trojan Horses, 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. 

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

  • IT 290 - Managing & Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server (3)

    This course provides students with the knowledge and skills that are required to manage accounts and resources, maintain server resources, monitor server performance, and safeguard data in a Microsoft Windows Server™ environment.

  

  • IT 291 - Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a MS Windows Server Network Infrastructure (3)

    This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to implement, manage, and maintain a Microsoft Windows Server™ network infrastructure. The course is intended for systems administrator and systems engineer candidates who are responsible for implementing, managing, and maintaining server networking technologies.

    Pre-requisite/Co-requisite(s): IT 290 - Managing & Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server (3) 
  

  • IT 292 - Field Experience (3)

    This is a capstone course. A student participates in an intensive internship, externship, or cooperative with an appropriate agency, company, or organization. Students will also develop resume building skills, portfolio development skills, job interview skills, job search skills, and certification preparation. Students are required to participate in mandatory live meetings that are announced prior to the start of the semester.

    Prerequisite(s): IT 191 - Practicum (1)  
  

  • IT 294 - Planning, Implementing, & Maintaining a MS Windows Server Active Directory Infrastructure (3)

    This course includes self-paced and instructor-facilitated components. It provides students with the knowledge and skills to successfully plan, implement, and troubleshoot a Microsoft Windows Server™ Active Directory® directory service infrastructure. The course focuses on a Windows Server service environment, including forest and domain structure, Domain Name System (DNS), site typology and replication, organization unit structure and delegation of administration, Group Policy, and user, group, and computer account strategies.

    Pre-requisite/Co-requisite(s): IT 291 - Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a MS Windows Server Network Infrastructure (3) 
  

  • IT 298 - Designing Security for a MS Windows Server Network (3)

    This course provides the student with the knowledge and skills to design a secure network infrastructure. Topics include assembling the design team, modeling threats, and analyzing security risks in order to meet business requirements for securing computers in a networked environment. The course encourages decision-making skills through an interactive tool that stimulates real-life scenarios that the target audience may encounter. The student is given the task of collecting the information and sorting through the details to resolve the given security requirement.

    Pre-requisite/Co-requisite(s): IT 291 - Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a MS Windows Server Network Infrastructure (3) 
  

  • IT 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.


Language
  

  • LANG 101 - Sign Language I (3)

    In this course, students develop communicative capabilities utilizing American Sign Language (ASL).  In addition to learning about Deaf Culture, students will acquire functional sign phonology, vocabulary, and grammatical skills adequate to receive and convey information and ideas in professional and social situations.
  

  • LANG 102 - Sign Language II (3)

    Continued sign vocabulary growth, with introduction to idiomatic phrases.  Emphasis on use of classifiers, expression, body postures, and the signing space.

    Prerequisite(s): LANG 101 - Sign Language I (3) 
  

  • LANG 103 - Sign Language III (3)

    This course is a continuation of Sign Language II.  The course emphasizes grammar, vocabulary, development and the deaf culture.  Students will expand dialogues, short stories, narratives, short conversations that include both receptive and expressive skills.  Emphasis will be placed on signing techniques as well as signing speed and accuracy.

    Prerequisite(s): LANG 102 - Sign Language II (3) 
  

  • LANG 104 - Sign Language IV (3)

    This course provides a continuation of instruction in the grammatical features of American Sign Language (ASL), vocabulary development, and conversational skills.  Students increase comprehension of medium and longer stories, narratives and dialogues presented by the instructor and deaf ASL users.  Students express self-generated stories.  Students are presented with hypothetical issues and problems, as well as more extensive exposure to the Deaf community, including both directed and non-directed activities.

    Prerequisite(s): LANG 103 - Sign Language III (3) 
  

  • LANG 105 - Deaf Culture & History (3)

    This course gives an understanding of the Deaf Community and Culture and reviews the history of Deaf education in the United States as well as how technology has impacted the Deaf community.  The coudse discusses important topics like languages, communication methods, laws concerning the Deaf, professions within the Deaf community, and education.  Deaf history explores the foundation of the first deaf school and universities for the Dead and technology impacts on Deaf community development.  Dead culture studies include understanding the unique culture of the Dead community, attitudes from and toward the Dead, family values, social, political, humor, performing arts, jokes, orgnizations, clubs, and educational issues.

  

  • LANG 111 - Spanish I (3)

    Spanish I is an introductory course designed to expose beginning students to basic language skills.  In this course, students develop the fundamentals of communication, listening and comprehension, speaking and reading . Spanish culture is introduced.

  

  • LANG 112 - Spanish II (3)

    Spanish II builds upon the basic grammatical structures introduced in Spanish I and continues to develop skills such as pronunciation practice, listening comprehension, and “guided” composition.  Correct speaking is emphasized.  The study of  Hispanic countries and cultures continue to be covered in the course.

    Prerequisite(s): LANG 111 - Spanish I (3) 
  

  • LANG 121 - French I (3)

    This is a basic, culturally-oriented course in conversational French designed for beginning students who wish to develop skills in speaking, writing, and comprehending the French language.  Emphasis is placed on oral communication through dialogue and guided compositions. French culture is introduced.

  

  • LANG 122 - French II (3)

    Pre-requisite French I. This course allows students to strengthen their comprehension and speaking proficiency in French by providing extensive practice in oral and written communication and self-expression and through discussions and oral presentations of readings in French and Canadian culture.

    Prerequisite(s): LANG 121 - French I (3) 
  

  • LANG 131 - Japanese I (3)

     The goal of this course is for the student to gain oral fluency in basic Japanese.  The student will engage in constant oral drills and practice.  The sentence/word repetition drill, word substitution drill, and structure expansion drill are used to achieve fluency.  The basic grammar and vocabulary are interwoven into patterned dialogs.  By doing these drills, the student will be making active use of vocabulary words without translating.  At the same time, the student will internalize the grammar of basic sentence structure.
  

  • LANG 132 - Japanese II (3)

    Students learn new sentence structure and vocabulary.  They also learn and practice HIRAGANA and KATAKANA using FUDEPEN, a brush pen, throughout the semester.

    Prerequisite(s): LANG 131 - Japanese I (3) 
  

  • LANG 141 - Russian I (3)

    This course lays the foundations for learning the Russian language and culture, with an emphasis on proficiency in communication.  Students study Russian pronunciation, communication, and basic grammar.  Students will also learn to read and write the Cyrillic alphabet. 

  

  • LANG 151 - German I (3)

    Students will be introduced to German by way of all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.  The course will concentrate on cultures of the German-speaking world wile practicing language skills.
  

  • LANG 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 record of every special topics course offered with this subject code, including the course description.
  

  • LANG 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 record of every special topics course offered with this subject code, including the course description.

Leadership Development
  

  • LEAD 101 - Understanding Leadership (1-2)

    This course will clarify why and how to use the Mission, Vision, and Values of the company in focused leadership development. Each participant’s role in Leadership Development will be clarified. 
  

  • LEAD 102 - Leading by Communication (1-2)

    This course teaches leaders how to get results through people. A personality assessment tool will assist participants to improve work productivity, teamwork, and communication by discovering and respecting behavioral styles.
  

  • LEAD 103 - Improving Personal Productivity (1-2)

    This course is a part of the Leadership Development Training program used by Economic and Workforce Development for training in business and industry and is being considered as part of the Organizational Leadership Development certificate.

  

  • LEAD 104 - Project Management (3)

    This course will help leaders learn how to set measurable project objectives and create a practical plan to achieve them.
  

  • LEAD 105 - Performance Management (1-2)

    In this course students will learn that performance management is an ongoing, continuous process of communicating and clarifying job responsibilities, priorities, and performance expectations in order to ensure mutual understanding between a supervisor and employee.
  

  • LEAD 106 - Customer Service (1-2)

    Exceptional customer service is pertinent to an organization’s success. Supervisors must understand their role in creating and sustaining standards of excellent customer service in their business operation. To effectively influence customers, supervisors must develop and provide effective ways of developing and motivating employees, and measuring service levels.

  

  • LEAD 107 - Coaching & Retaining Talent (1-2)

    This course helps leaders create an environment in which people feel valued and satisfied in their jobs. Leaders will gain an understanding of their critical role in retaining organizational talent.
  

  • LEAD 108 - Building & Leading Teams (1-2)

    Build a high performance team by understanding team dynamics, evaluating your team’s performance, and develop an action plan for continued team success.
  

  • LEAD 109 - Leading & Sustaining Change (1-2)

    Key leaders will learn about and practice the skills that will enable them to deal with change more effectively. This course will help individuals, teams, and organizations understand, accept and successfully transition through change in turbulent times.
  

  • LEAD 110 - Problem Solving, Brainstorming, & Critical Thinking (1-2)

    Utilizing training and practice, develop teams that solve problems through brainstorming and critical thinking.


  

  • LEAD 111 - Managing Conflict & Difficult Situations (1-2)

    Learn strategies of conflict management to develop professional skills needed to manage disputes and disagreements positively and proactively.


  

  • LEAD 112 - Leading Multi-Generational Workforce (1)

     

    Managing age diversity within the workplace is an essential skill for all those who supervise others. There are four generations working within most organizations. As each group ages thru its lifecycle, its members will evolve in their attitudes, values and expectations.    Learning to managing in a cross-generational environment requires perspective, patience, and a set of skills that enable nurturing the best from each age group and fostering collaboration at the same time.
  

  • LEAD 113 - Effective Presentation Skills (2)

    Plan, prepare, practice and present more effective presentations. Participants apply what they have learned, practice their skills, and gather feedback from an audience of peers and supervisors.
  

  • LEAD 114 - Preventing Harassment & Diversity Awareness (1)

    A diverse workforce provides a larger pool of ideas and experiences. Organizations can draw from that pool to meet business strategy needs and meet the needs of customers and employees more effectively.  Individuals must be treated with respect and dignity in any work environment.



Legal Assisting
  

  • LGST 100 - Intro to Law & Legal Systems (3)

    This introductory course will provide students with information on the legal structure of American society.  The emphasis is on how the law really work in everyday life.  A vital feature of the course is an understanding of legal terminology and active inquiry by the students.  The students will analyze authentic and fictional cases and examine common legal forms.  The different topics will cover criminal, civil, juvenile, and consumer law.  The goal of this course is to prepare the students with a functional knowledge of everyday law and the Bill of Rights in the United States Constitution.  
  

  • LGST 101 - Legal Research & Writing I (3)

    Legal Research and Writing 1 examines basic legal research, sources, and methods, as well as techniques of legal analysis with emphasis on specific cases and issues. An introduction to legal writing, use of law library, and legal terminology is also covered.

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

  • LGST 102 - Legal Research & Writing II (3)

    Legal Research and Writing II will examine advanced research methods and analysis, and writing methods including computerized research, writing briefs and memoranda, use of state and federal codes, and legal correspondence and documents other than pleadings.

    Prerequisite(s): LGST 101 - Legal Research & Writing I (3)  
  

  • LGST 110 - Legal Assisting (3)

    Legal Assisting provides an overview of various roles of the paralegal including interviewing and investigation, courts and legislatures, the legal profession, career options, and ethics.

  

  • LGST 150 - Legal Research and Writing (4)

    This course is designed to familiarize the student with legal research, legal analysis, and legal writing.  Topics covered will include utilizing print and online resources, legal citation, legal memorandum, and legal correspondence. 

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 100 - English Essentials (3)  
  

  • LGST 192 - Legal Studies Practicum (1)

    This course will cover testing methodologies and study techniques to assist in preparing the student to successfully pass Legal Services Exam.  The prerequisite to enroll in this course is successfully passing 30 credits.

    Prerequisite(s): LGST 230 - Criminal Law and Procedure (3)  and completion of 30 credit hours.
 

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