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2016-2017 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

General Education
  

  • CMTC 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.


General Physical Education
  

  • GSPE 124 - Zumba (1)

    Zumba combines Latin and International music with a fun and effective high energy workout. Come Join the Party! Sneakers required and bring water.
  

  • GSPE 129 - Beginning Tap Dancing (1)

    This course will introduce the student to basic beginner level terminology and tap exercises. This course will be primarily a physical education/activity based course with some written supplementary activities to augment understanding of terminology and performance. It is mandatory for each student to have tap shoes.
  

  • GSPE 147 - Women’s Self-Defense (1–2)

    This class is a beginner-level women’s self defense class that is tailored to suit the needs of the students. Students will use exercise activities to gain awareness of their surroundings, increase self-confidence, identify danger areas, develop poise, and achieve a positive state-of-mind. The skills gained in this class can be applied to everyday life. Principles of self defense will be learned in a controlled simulated environment with cool down exercises to relieve stress through partner stretching. Loose fitting clothing is recommended.

  

  • GSPE 197 - Beginning Yoga (1–2)

    This class is a beginner-level hatha yoga class is based on teachings by B.K.S. Iyengar that uses yoga to unite the movement of the body with the rhythm of the breath through continuous exploration of pranayama/mantras, sun salutations, standing and balancing postures, back and forward bends, twists, hip openers, inversions, and meditation. A yoga mat and yoga block are required. A yoga strap and wool blanket are recommended.

  

  • GSPE 198 - Intermediate Yoga (1–2)

    This class is an intermediate hatha yoga class is based on teachings by B.K.S. Iyengar that uses yoga to unite the movement of the body with the rhythm of the breath through continuous exploration of pranayama/mantras, sun salutations, standing and balancing postures, back and forward bends, twists, hip openers, inversions, and meditation. A yoga mat and yoga block are required. A yoga strap and wool blanket are recommended.
  

  • GSPE 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.

  

  • GSPE 204 - Walking and Fitness (1)

    This course develops a foundation for good health and wellness that must be maintained on a daily basis and throughout life. The course lecture emphasis is on fitness as an investment and a building block to a successful life. Topics include principles of walking and wellness and developing a lifestyle that includes walking. Students must participate in regularly scheduled walks, including homework. Students must demonstrate improved walking pace and timing as the course progresses.
  

  • GSPE 210 - Fitness for Life (3)

    This course is designed to assist participants in developing a healthier lifestyle through appropriate exercise programs, nutrition and behaviors that contribute to optimal health and wellness.
  

  • GSPE 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.

Geography
  

  • GEOG 105 - ~World Cultural Geography (3)

    This course introduces students to fundamental issues and concepts that will help them understand the world in which they live. It focuses on the dynamic and complex relationships between people and the environments they inhabit. Students will learn the basic geographical tools and concepts needed to understand the complexity of places and regions and to appreciate the interconnections between their lives and those of people in different parts of the world, preparing them to make the world a better place. The course provides not only a body of knowledge about the creation of places and regions, but also an understanding of both the interdependence of places and regions in a globalizing world, and the major changes that have taken place in global, regional, and local landscapes. The course is offered in an instructional environment designed and managed to encourage independent, creative, and interactive learning. This course will help make students better-informed, more able to understand the important problems faced by themselves and others, and better prepared to contribute to solutions.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 100 - English Essentials (3) . or ENGL 101 - ~Written English (3)  

Geology
  

  • GEOL 101 - ~Geological Sciences (4)

    A combined course in physical and historical geology dealing with the composition, structure and history of planet Earth. Minerals, rocks, tectonic processes, and physical characteristics of the earth’s surface will be emphasized in the physical component. Evolution, fossils, and the changing conditions and organisms throughout geologic time constitute the historical component. Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week.

Health Information Management
  

  • HIM 101 - Health Info Management (2)

    This course focuses how the Electronic Health Record and a philosophy of patient centered care are currently impacting Healthcare Information professionals and the patients they serve.
  
  

  • HIM 199 - 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.
  

  • HIM 201 - Classification Sys II CPT (3)

    The focus will be on the CPT/HCPCS coding classification system used for outpatient/professional fees and ambulatory billing of medical service provided to the patient.

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

  • 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 206 - American Women’s History (3)

    This course introduces students to the experience of women in American society from the colonial period to present.  Women’s struggle for social, economic, and political equality will be a major focus of the course, as well as class distinctions, race, and ethnicity.  Other topics include gender roles, family, feminism, and women’s art and literature.
  

  • HIST 207 - African American History (3)

    This course introduces students to the history of African Americans from the 16th century to present.  Economic, political, and cultural influences on the black historical experience will be studied as well as historical factors that shape black cultural identity.  Major topics include slavery in the New World, black migration, the Civil Rights Movement, race relations, black nationalism, and African American artists.
  

  • 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.

Information Technology
  

  • 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+ Hardware Essentials (3)

    This course prepares students with skills needed to be successful computer repair technician and also prepares students for CompTIA’s A+ certification exams. In this course students identify components, develop techniques used to diagnose hardware problems, configure PC components, and replace defective computer parts.  Students also experience installing mother boards, configuring multiple hard drives, adding peripheral devices, configuring network connectivity, solving basic printer problems, and modifying BIOS settings. Diagnostic software and hardware procedures are included. The CompTIA hardware certification exam will be taken as the final in this course.

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

  • IT 181 - A+ Software Essentials (3)

    This course provides installation, configuration, support and troubleshooting of PC desktop, laptop and mobile device operating systems.  Students also prepare for CompTIA’s A+ certification exams. Topics include hardware requirements for installation, upgrades, customizing the user environment and memory, installing software, troubleshooting the boot process, recovery from OS crashes, preparing mobile devices for end-users. The fundamentals of introductory networking topics include OSI model, connecting through wireless/wired networks, and TCP/IP protocols, addressing and troubleshooting tools.  The CompTIA software certification exam will be taken as the final in this course.

    Prerequisite(s): IT 180 - A+ Hardware Essentials (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 191 - Practicum (1)

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

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

  • 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 193 - Intro to Programming C# (3)

    This course provides students with a thorough understanding of the basic principles of C# programming language. It covers the basic syntax and structure of the language with an emphasis on problem solving techniques. Students create programs using input/output statements; if, while, do while, and for-loop logic structures; arrays, functions, pointers and reference variables, record structures, header files, file I/O, 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 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 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+ Hardware Essentials (3)  
  

  • IT 243 - Programming with Python (3)

    This course provides an introduction to the Python language. Students will explore its most important libraries and practice recommended programming styles and idioms. A hands-on approach to how the various language features can be used together to best achieve efficient, secure programs. Topics covered include: Variables, Expressions and Statements; Data Structures: Lists, Dictionaries, Tuples; Functions and Arguments; Conditionals and Recursion; Strings and Regular Expressions; Object Oriented Development: Classes, Inheritance; Iterators, Generators and Decorators. This course is not intended for absolute beginners in programming, but includes a self-contained review of elementary features.

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

  • 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 - Instl,Config,Admin Win Oper Sy (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 285 - Advanced Linux (3)

    This course will be a continuation course to IT 185 Introduction to Linux. More advanced concepts will be presented to prepare the student for the Linux+ certification exam from CompTIA (Powered by LPI), and is geared toward the those interested in systems administration as well as those who will use or develop programs for Linux systems. This course provides comprehensive coverage of topics related to Linux certifiation, including Linux distributions, installation, administration, X-windows, networking and security.

    Prerequisite(s): IT 185 - Introduction to Linux (3)  
  

  • IT 289 - Plan & Maintain MWS Infastruct (3)

    The goal of this course is to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to plan and maintain a Windows® Server network infrastructure.

    Pre-requisite/Co-requisite(s): IT 270 - Instl,Config,Admin Win Oper Sy (3)  
  

  • IT 290 - Manage & Maintain MWS (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 - Implmnt, Mge&Mntain MWS Infact (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 - Manage & Maintain MWS (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 - Plan,Impl,&Main MWS Active (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 - Implmnt, Mge&Mntain MWS Infact (3)  
  

  • IT 298 - Design Security MWS 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 - Implmnt, Mge&Mntain MWS Infact (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.


Instrumentation
  

  • INST 165 - Instrumentation I (2)

    This course explores basic instrumentation concepts and electrical process control.  Topics include: instrumentation history and fundamentals, safety, instrumentation classification, power sources, operation of instrumentation systems (pneumatic, electrical, and electronic) and applications in the workplace.  Standard maintenance procedures, and installation and calibration practices will be introduced on state the art training equipment.
  

  • INST 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.
  

  • INST 265 - Instrumentation II (3)

    This course explores the analysis and control of process control systems.  Topics include: safety, control device fundamentals, control loops, data acquisition and transmission, troubleshooting, record keeping, and report writing.

    Prerequisite(s): INST 165 - Instrumentation I (2)  
  

  • INST 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.

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.


 

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