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2017-2018 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Criminal Justice
  

  • 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.  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.
  

  • 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.

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

  • 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.

    Prerequisite(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.

    Prerequisite(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.

    Prerequisite(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.

    Prerequisite(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.

    Prerequisite(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.

    Prerequisite(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.

    Prerequisite(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 , CJST 220 .
  

  • 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 100 - Introduction to Culinary Food Service (2)

    A comprehensive overview of food service operational equipment, identification, and maintenance. An introduction to culinary terminology, theory and history as well as how food moves through an operation. This course will also familiarize the student with essential food handling, safety and storage guidelines encountered within the industry. This course also provides an overview of the professionalism in the culinary industry and career opportunities leading into a career pathway to the Food Service Industry.

    Prerequisite(s): Required major in Culinary Arts, Food Service Retail Management, Baking and Pastry, or Entrepreneurship is required.
  

  • CART 110 - Molecular Gastronomy (3)

    Trendy and cutting edge cuisine describes this course best; experience the new tools and theories on food. You’ll never think of food the same way. In this course you will use all of your senses and explore the science of flavor with laboratory activities and demonstrations that are integrated into weekly lectures and labs.

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

  • CART 115 - Safety and Sanitation in the Food Service Industry (2)

    The Safety and Sanitation in the Food Service Industry course follows the format of the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation ServSafe® Program. The course is designed as an industry-based program that prepares students for careers in the restaurant and foodservice industry. The emphasis of this program is to educate the students about the responsibilities of a foodservice manager and the food service worker have to the public in providing safe and sanitary food to the consumer.

    Prerequisite(s): Required major in Culinary Arts, Food Service Retail Management, Baking and Pastry, or Entrepreneurship is required.
  

  • 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 and Sanitation in the Food Service Industry (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 and Sanitation in the Food Service Industry (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 and 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 and Sanitation in the Food Service Industry (2)  
  

  • CART 212 - Baking Skills and Development (4)

    This course provides the student with the necessary fundamental skills for beginner baking. In this class students will produce simple yeast dough’s, quick breads, 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 and Sanitation in the Food Service Industry (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 and Development (4) 
  

  • CART 245 - Cooking Fundamentals I Lecture (1)

    This course builds on the CART 100 - Introduction to Culinary Food Service (2)  by engaging the student in practical application of learned terminology and theories.  Students will learn meat, produce and ingredient identification essential to the industry.  In addition we will introduce Knife Handling; Principles of Cooking; Basic Cooking Skills; Mise en Place; Plating; Reinforce Food Safe Practices; Industry Terminology; Weights & Measures; Equipment Identification, Care and Use; Food Costing and standard Inventory Control and Receiving Practices.

    Prerequisite(s): Required major in Culinary Arts, Food Service Retail Management, Baking and Pastry, or Entrepreneurship is required.
  

  • CART 245L - Cooking Fundamentals I Lab (2)

    This course is the lab component for CART 245 - Cooking Fundamentals I Lecture (1)  and builds on the CART 100 - Introduction to Culinary Food Service (2)  by engaging the student in practical application of learned terminology and theories.  Students will learn meat, produce and ingredient identification essential to the industry.  In addition we will introduce Knife Handling; Principles of Cooking; Basic Cooking Skills; Mise en Place; Plating; Reinforce Food Safe Practices; Industry Terminology; Weights & Measures; Equipment Identification, Care and Use; Food Costing and standard Inventory Control and Receiving Practices.

    Prerequisite(s): Required major in Culinary Arts, Food Service Retail Management, Baking and Pastry, or Entrepreneurship is required.
    Corerequisite(s): CART 245 - Cooking Fundamentals I Lecture (1) 
  
  
  

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

    A course in the basic and advanced techniques of wedding cake designs, assembly, and construction. The areas of study include stacked and tiered cakes, decorating with butter cream, 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 and 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 and Development (4) 
  

  • CART 294 - International Pastries and Desserts (4)

    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 and 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): IT 111 - Info Lit for IT Professionals (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 over 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 securtiy 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 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 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, wirelss 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 IT 188 - Introduction 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.

Early Childhood Education
  

  • 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.  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.
  

  • 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.
  

  • ECON 205 - ~Principles of Macroeconomics (3)

    This class serves as an introduction to fundamental economic concepts including production possibilities and economic growth, market supply and demand analysis, money, banking, and government and fiscal monetary policies. Emphasis is placed upon fluctuations in national income, employment, and price level.
  

  • ECON 206 - ~Principles of Microeconomics (3)

    This course provides an introduction to microeconomic theory with a primary focus on the methodology of economics and the behaviors of individuals and firms. Fundamental concepts are covered including demand and supply analysis, marginal analysis, opportunity cost, market structure, pricing, labor markets, and government policy and regulation.
  

  • ECON 210 - Money and Banking (3)

    This course looks at the concepts of money, banking, central banking, financial markets and global markets.  Students will analyze all these systems and how they interact including financial instruments.

    Prerequisite(s): ECON 205 - ~Principles of Macroeconomics (3)  
  

  • ECON 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.


Education
  

  • EDUC 150 - Seminar in Education (1)

    This course introduces students to the field of education, including the nature of education in society and the practical and ethical issues that arise in the field with a focus on reflection and self as a learner.  The purpose is for students to begin to develop a philosophical, socio-historical, and practical understanding of learning and teaching.  The requirements for successful progress through the program and a successful experience on campus are also discussed. Includes a one-day observation in a public school classroom.

    Prerequisite(s): Must be a major in Education, A.S.  or General Studies, A.S.  (Education Concentration)
  

  • EDUC 199 - Special Topics (1-6)

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

  • EDUC 200 - Foundations of Education (3)

    This course examines the relationship between the school as a social institution and the larger society through a combination of philosophical, historical, and problem-oriented inquiry into that relationship.  The assumption is that a teacher who has developed an understanding of the vital relationships between school and society is in a position to see his or her professional roles beyond the narrow confines of the classroom, and will emerge a more sensitive, responsive, and effective teacher.  The course includes substantial reading and writing components amd a field experience with an at-risk population.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 100R - Reading Essentials (3)  or placement, ENGL 101 - ~Written English (3) , and EDUC 150 - Seminar in Education (1)  
  

  • EDUC 204 - Development of Infant & Child (3)

    This course examines topics of classic and contemporary developmental theories, research, and concepts as they apply to the developing person from conception through childhood.  These topics will focus on the biological, cognitive, and psychosocial perspectives of human development.  Includes a field component in a public school classroom.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 203 - ~Introduction to Psychology (3)  
  
  
  

  • EDUC 260 - Survey of Exceptional Child (3)

    A course to familiarize the student with the nature, etiology, specific characteristics, and needs of the exceptional child. The course is designed to meet basic certification requirements in those states that require a minimum of three hours of course work in special education in order to be certified. It is equally relevant to early education, elementary education, secondary education, therapeutic recreation, psychology, and nursing.  Includes a field component in a public school classroom.

    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 200 - Foundations of Education (3)  
  
  

  • EDUC 299 - Special Topics (1-6)

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

Electric Distribution Engineering Technology
  

  • EDET 101 - Intro to Line Worker (2)

    Intro to Line Worker is the first class in both the AAS and Certificate Line Worker Programs. It is intended to provide students with a basic awareness and function as gate keeper for those seeking entry into the program (and career.) Some major focus areas are: career awareness, wood pole climbing evaluation, claustrophobia evaluation and industry skills (Edison Cast) testing.

    Prerequisite(s): Current major declared of   or  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  • EDET 150 - Fundamentals of Electricity (4)

    Fundamentals of Electricity provides students with an overview of the ways in which power is distributed from generation to industrial and residential customers. Students will be introduced to essential industry terminology and materials. Following this course, students will understand and be able to analyze: Ohm’s Law, Magnetism, DC Series & Parallel Circuits, Basic AC Series & Parallel Circuits, Inductance, Reactance,Capacitance, Poly-phase and 3 Phase Circuits, and Basic “Y” single- phase transform bank connections.

    Prerequisite(s): Current degree seeking student with a major of Electric Utility Technology, A.A.S.  and preemployment screening by First Energy.
  

  • EDET 151 - Circuit Analysis (4)

    This course is designed to develop a comprehensive understanding of the activities associated with electric utility line work, specifically: sub-transmission circuits, distribution substations, primary feeders, distribution transformers, secondary power systems, and customer connections. Students will engage in classroom and laboratory activities to develop the basic technical skills necessary to obtain a working knowledge and understanding of power distribution and transmission systems. Safety is strongly emphasized and special attention is given to explaining relevant electrical formulas and calculations. Hands-on use of equipment occurs in a lab setting.

    Prerequisite(s): Current degree seeking student with a major of Electric Utility Technology, A.A.S.  and preemployment screening by First Energy.  

    EDET 150 - Fundamentals of Electricity (4)  
  

  • EDET 155 - Positive Workplace Comm (5)

    This class prepares students to create better work relationships by becoming a “conscious communicator.” Students will explore ways to enhance their self-knowledge, work effectively in teams, and cope with common workplace stresses and emotions. Students will also explore ways and develop tools to enhance their abilities to deal with conflict in the workplace.

    Prerequisite(s): Current degree seeking student with a major of Electric Utility Technology, A.A.S.  and preemployment screening by First Energy.
  
 

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