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ASLI - 223 ASL/English & Cognitive Processing Skills Development 3
This course covers fundamentals of English grammar and writing and their relationship to the study of ASL and interpreting/ transliterating. The course provides terminology and skill-building exercises which will enable students to: more clearly talk about and analyze aspects of English and ASL; more accurately evaluate their interpreting/transliterating work; identify non-standard English; and evaluate and develop their use of spoken and written standard English. This course will also introduce students to the theory and application of the interpreting process. Application of interpreting process skills occurs through consecutive interpretation.
Pre-requisite(s):
ASLI 112
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ASLI - 251 Transliterating in ASL/English 3
This course covers the process of Transliteration (changing a message expressed in spoken English into a coded form of the language). The process moves along a continuum from Contact Language to a signed form of English. Specific subtasks are isolated in order to focus on transliterating skill development, enhancing component skills and incorporating ASL features. Students will focus on the expansion and enhancement of transliterating skills at the English end of the ASL-English continuum. Students will incorporate ASL features into intermediate to advanced level texts presented in a simultaneous mode.
Pre-requisite(s):
ASLI 113 & ASLI 131
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ASLI - 299 Special Topics 1-3
Special topics course relating to American Sign Language.
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INTP - 101 Introduction to Interpreting as a Profession 3
This course introduces students to the profession of sign language interpreting. It covers the history of interpreting as a field of professional practice, the required professional ethical and performance standards, the impact of legislation on the field, the phenomena of cross cultural dynamics, oppression of minority groups and the role of an interpreter as a cultural mediator.
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INTP - 124 Professional Interpreting Ethics & Best Practices 3
Introduction to the interpreting process code of ethics history of interpreting terminology roles and etiquette of the professional interpreter. Different aspects of interpreting in the professional setting will be investigated including the roles and responsibilities of the educational, medical, legal, and VRS interpreter, working conditions and certification criteria.
Pre-requisite(s):
Eligible for ENGL 101 ENGL 101E
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INTP - 201 Interpreting Process 3
This course introduces students to the theory and application of the interpreting process. The first half of the semester will be spent on voice to sign interpretation, focusing on English processing skills, appropriate sign choice, and register. The second half of the semester will be spent on voice to sign interpretation focusing on developing receptive skills while expressing an equivalent message in spoken English.
Pre-requisite(s):
ASLI 112
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INTP - 261 VRS & Video Remote Interpreting 3
This course introduces students to Video Remote Interpreting and Video Relay Interpreting. It consists of the history of VRI and VRS as a field of professional practice. It covers the call opening, middle and closing, call management, special populations, cultural considerations, register, affect, current technology, ethical considerations, federal and state governing rules, and similarities and differences between VRI and VRS. Vicarious trauma, self-care, and team interpreting topics will be included. Practical application will be made through real-time phone calls. Community interpreting will also be discussed.
Pre-requisite(s):
ASLI 112
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INTP - 263 Educational & Community Interpreting 3
An educational interpreter facilitates communication between deaf students and other non-signing members of the school community, including teachers, specialists and hearing classmates. This course is designed to explore the processes needed to interpret for K-16 Deaf or Hard of Hearing students. This course will also cover aspects of interpreting in the community with special focus on interpreting within the Appalachian culture.
Pre-requisite(s):
ASLI 113 & ENGL 101 ENGL 101E
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INTP - 265 Consecutive & Simultaneous Interpreting in ASL/ENGL 3
This course develops consecutive interpreting skills introduced in INTP 251 and prepares students for the simultaneous interpreting process. Students compare American Sign Language and English semantic/ syntactic structures to the consecutive interpreting process. Focus in this course will be on text translation, vocabulary expansion and interpreting process skill development. Also, it builds upon Consecutive Interpreting skills to prepare students for the simultaneous interpreting process. Students will analyze and compare more complex American Sign Language and English texts in order to prepare for the simultaneous interpreting task.
Pre-requisite(s):
ASLI 113 & ASLI 223
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INTP - 296 ASL Interpreter Practicum 3
This course is a career-related, supervised work experience that integrates classroom theory and skills with real-life experiences; further develops skills and abilities initiated in program coursework; develops mentoring relationships and skills; identifies resources; expands application of ethical decision making and problem-solving; and prepares students for national certification and employment. Students will be placed with mentor certified ASL interpreters within their chosen field of focus and required to complete 120 hours of interpreting practical experience.
Pre-requisite(s):
INTP 124 & ASLI 223
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Art |
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ARTS - 110 ~ Music Appreciation 3
Music appreciation is a basic course that focuses on listening to, appreciating and analyzing music of Western and American heritage. It is designed to enhance the student’s understanding and enjoyment of music. (GEC-3)
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ARTS - 120 ~ Art Appreciation 3
This course is intended to be a first level introductory art course for the beginning art student, as well as the student seeking humanities elective in the visual arts. The student’s appreciation of art will be developed through aesthetics, disciplines, critical evaluations, projects, history and attendance at a real or virtual art show. (GEC-3)
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Biology |
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BIOL - 101 ~ General Biology 3
A one-semester course focusing on introductory biological principles and designed primarily for nonscience majors. Course topics include the chemical basis of life, cellular and molecular biology, genetics, diversity of life, evolution, and ecology. (GEC-2)
Pre-requisite(s):
ACT English 16+/Reading 15+ OR Accuplacer Sentence Skills 66+/Reading Comp 60+
(ENGL 101E eligible)
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BIOL - 102 ~ General Biology Lab 1
Laboratory activities will be demonstrated by faculty and experiments will be conducted by students to reinforce concepts introduced during lecture. Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 101 or passed BIOL 101 with a C or better within the last three (3) academic years required. (GEC-2) (GEC-2)
Co-Requisite(s):
BIOL 101 Lab for BIOL 101 .
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BIOL - 199 Special Topics
Special topics relating to biology.
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BIOL - 201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4
BIOL 201 Human A and P I is the first in a two-course sequence. The course begins with a foundation of structural organization, basic chemistry, and the study of cells and tissues, and progresses to include structures and functions of human body systems. Body systems covered in this course include the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and sensory systems. Emphasis is placed on the interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis. The laboratory component of this course provides a learning experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology, and will include histologic examinations, physiological modeling, hands-on and computer assisted instruction and dissections to emphasize topics covered in the lecture.(GEC 2)
Pre-requisite(s):
ACT English 16+/Reading 15+ OR Accuplacer Sentence Skills 66+/Reading Comp 60+
(ENGL 101E eligible)
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BIOL - 202 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4
BIOL 202 Human A and P II is the second in a two-course sequence. This course builds on a foundation of concepts covered in Human A and P I. Body systems covered in this course include the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. In addition, metabolism, fluid, electrolyte, acid/base balance, and development are also covered. Special emphasis will be placed upon principles of physiology including homeostasis, metabolic pathways, and negative feedback regulation of the body’s parameters. The cause and effect mechanisms of the human body will be examined as they apply to cells, tissues, organs, and body systems in the healthy state. The laboratory component of this course provides a learning experience for exploration of anatomical structures and physiological processes, and will include histologic examinations at both the macroscopic and microscopic levels, physiological modeling, hands-on and computer assisted instruction and dissections to emphasize topics covered in the lecture.
Pre-requisite(s):
BIOL 201 Human A&P with a C or better
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BIOL - 210 ~ Human Anatomy and Physiology 4
This course will cover the basic principles of human anatomy and physiology beginning with the cell and progressing to tissues and body systems. Anatomical exploration of the human body will include the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, sensory, endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Human physiologic function will be reviewed as it applies to cells, tissues, organs, and body systems. The concepts of heredity and human anatomical and physiologic development will be studied. Correct terminology utilization will be expected throughout the course. As part of a required laboratory component, a mammalian dissection is required. (GEC-2)
Pre-requisite(s):
ACT English 16+/Reading 15+ OR Accuplacer Sentence Skills 66+/Reading Comp 60+
(ENGL 101E eligible)
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BIOL - 230 ~ Principles of Microbiology 3
This course is a comprehensive introduction to the biology of microorganisms and viruses. Special attention will be given to microorganism and viruses of medical importance. Course topics will include cellular structures and functions, biochemical processes, replication, genetics, disease prevention and control, and immunology. (GEC-2)
Pre-requisite(s):
ACT English 16+/Reading 15+ OR Accuplacer Sentence Skills 66+/Reading Comp 60+
(ENGL 101E eligible)
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BIOL - 231 ~ Principles of Microbiology Lab 1
Students will perform laboratory exercises to reinforce lecture concepts. Laboratory exercises will include principles of asepsis, identification of common microbes, study of bacterial physiology, cellular staining. Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 230 or passed BIOL 230 with a C or better within the last three (3) academic years is required. (GEC-2)
Co-Requisite(s):
BIOL 230 Lab for BIOL 230 .
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BIOL - 245 Nutrition and Diet Therapy 3
This course will review the principles of basic nutrition and diet therapy. The requirements of a healthy diet will be discussed as it occurs across the human life span. Selected dietary alterations associated with nutritional health will be reviewed including sports nutrition, eating disorders, diabetes, CVD, obesity, bone health, and cancer.
Pre-requisite(s):
ACT English 16+/Reading 15+ or Accuplacer Sentence Skills 66+/Reading Comp 60+ and ACT Math 14+ or Accuplacer Arithemetic 40+
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BIOL - 299 Special Topics
Special topics course relating to biology.
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Building Design and Construction |
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BDAC - 101 Fundamentals of Building Design 3
The course presents an introduction to form, space and the principles that guide their ordering in the built environment. Topics covered include but are not limited to the primary elements, form, space, organization, circulation, proportion and scale. Based on the premise that drawing is central to the design process, an emphasis on drawing as a medium for visualizing and communicating design ideas will also be given.
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BDAC - 103 Principles of Building Construction I 3
An introduction to the principles of building construction, this course provides a comprehensive overview of the materials and methods used in today’s construction industry. Topics include but are not limited to the building site, foundation systems, the building’s structure and envelope, finished, and building systems. Upon completion of this course, students will be equipped with knowledge needed for approaching new material and techniques encountered in today’s construction industry.
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BDAC - 105 Principles of Building Construction II 3
This course examines the materials and methods of building construction. Topics include concrete construction, rood systems, windows and doors, exterior walls, cladding, ceilings and floors, interior walls and use of glass.
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BDAC - 106 Printreading 2
Examines printreading for the carpentry, electrical, mechanical, and general building trades. Plans for existing residential and commercial structures are reviewed. Single and multifamily dwellings, plus mixed-use and light commercial project plans are covered.
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BDAC - 107 Site Analysis and Development 3
An introduction to the principles and techniques of basic site engineering for grading, drainage, earthwork and road alignment. Topics include interpreting landform and contour lines, designing horizontal and vertical road alignments, sequencing construction and designing and sizing storm water management system.
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BDAC - 201 Building Codes and Standards 3
This course examines the international building codes. Topics related to codes include occupancy, construction types, fire resistant methods, egress and accessibility, interior spaces, roof assemblies, exterior walls, soils, and foundations, structure provisions, test and inspections, and building materials.
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BDAC - 203 Mechanical and Electrical Systems 3
Provides an overview of building systems. Topics include building systems for potable water, sanitary water, storm water, HVAC, building automation and electrical. Also includes principles of refrigeration and electricity.
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BDAC - 205 Building Science Applications 3
Examines printreading for the carpentry, electrical, mechanical, and general building trades. Plans for existing resid Reviews and builds upon the principles of heat, air, and vapor flow through the building envelope. Types of materials will be analyzed for various building assemblies including the roof, walls, and foundation. This course will also cover innovative new construction techniques addressing structure, waterproofing, moisture management, and thermal resistance. A variety of materials and techniques will be used to examine foundations, wall assemblies, roof assemblies, and fenestration. Entail and commercial structures are reviewed. Single and multifamily dwellings, plus mixed-use and light commercial project plans are covered.
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BDAC - 210 Bim Fundamentals 3
Students will learn how to quickly and efficiently model design concepts for visualization using Revit building information modeling (BIM) software. The software will be used as a management tool throughout the design and construction process. BIM improves coordination, supports sustainable design, reduces conflicts and errors, and ensures project success.
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BDAC - 211 Bim Management 3
A continuation of BIM Fundamentals, BDAC 210, that allows student to coordinate, update and share design data with team members throughout the design, construction and management phases of a building’s life. Students will learn how to set up standards with templates that include annotation styles, preset views, sheets and schedules, as well as creating custom element types and families.
Pre-requisite(s):
BDAC 210
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Business |
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BUSN - 106 Introduction to Business 3
This course is a survey of business practices and procedures. It explains basic business principles such as management, accounting, finance, production, marketing, law, economics, fiscal and monetary policy, ethics, and technology. Other current business topics may be discussed.
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BUSN - 112 Business Mathematics 3
This course will use fractions, decimals, and percentages to solve problems involving equations. Simple and compound interest, future and present value, annuities, sinking funds, banking, inventory valuation, depreciation methods, retail pricing and business discounts, payroll taxes, overhead allocations, home ownership with amortization schedules, financial statements and ratios are other topics that are taught. Other possible topics include financial statements and ratios, investments, and simple statistics. (Also listed as MATH 112 ) (GEC-2)
Pre-requisite(s):
ACT Math 19 or Accuplacer Arithmetic 85.
Co-Requisite(s):
BUSN 012 if required by placement
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BUSN - 120 Interpersonal Relations: Interviewing Strategies 1
This course will prepare a student for the job search by composing resumes and letters of application. SWOT analysis, salary research, statement of worth, includes building a professional portfolio and participating in a mock interview.
Pre-requisite(s):
Must have completed at least 40 Credit Hours towards degree requirements
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BUSN - 121 Interpersonal Relations: Professional Etiquette 1
Course emphasizes essential professional courtesies, introductions, gift giving, meeting arrangements, and dining tips. Concentration on both American and international cultures.
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BUSN - 122 Interpersonal Relations: Customer Service 1
Professional interpersonal communication skills. Includes both verbal and non-verbal signals. Meeting organization goals, attracting and retaining customers, diffusing angry clients dealing with difficult situations, and working with diverse populations.
Pre-requisite(s):
Eligible for ENGL 101
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BUSN - 199 Special Topics 1-3
Special topics course relating to Business.
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BUSN - 201 Business Law I (B) 3
This course is intended to serve as a basis for understanding of the legal system and legal processes as well as legal reasoning. This course will explore various aspects of the law including substantive and procedural law as well as topics such as contracts, property, crimes, torts, business organizations and other aspects of the law related to business. These students will acquire an overview of the law but will not be able to practice law or deal with complicated legal issues.
Pre-requisite(s):
Eligible for ENGL 101
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BUSN - 230 Business Communications and Ethics 3
This course is designed to help students develop writing skills needed to succeed in today’s technologically enhanced workplace through the use of a comprehensive grammar/mechanics review. Upon completion of this course the student will possess the skills needed to compose business correspondence (letters, memos, reports, etc.) at the computer. The student will have enhanced listening, speaking, critical thinking, and nonverbal skills enhanced through the use of workshop activities. The student will be able to take a conscious stand on social issues such as ethics, etiquette, and multicultural concerns. Prerequisites: Eligible for ENGL 101 and keyboarding skills.
Pre-requisite(s):
ENGL 101 Grade of “C” or better
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BUSN - 266 Business Intership 2
Students attend a weekly seminar. Students are responsible for securing employment. Graded on a Pass/Fail basis.
Pre-requisite(s):
ENGL 101 , completion of a minimum of 45 hours and/or permission of supervising instructor and Program Coordinator Associate degree business students work in businesses and industries in the community at least 160 hours for the purpose of gaining on-the-job experience.
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BUSN - 296 Business Statistics (B) 3
Business statistics is an introduction to descriptive statistics and some inferential statistics. It explains measures of central tendency, measures of dispersion, probability concepts, hypothesis testing and other statistical techniques. It explains both discrete and continuous probability distributions. It shows how to use these distributions to describe and make inferences so better decisions can be made in the fields of business and economics. These uses are transferable to other fields such as engineering, medicine, and other fields. The use of technology and/or a statistical calculator will be required in certain applications. (GEC-4)
Pre-requisite(s):
“C” or better in MATH 130 .
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BUSN - 298 Business Studies Seminar 1
This capstone course must be taken the semester the community college student plans to graduate. Program specific and general knowledge exit examinations, oral presentations, writing assignments, and case analyses will be used to measure student competencies. Seminars will be presented on such topics as resume writing, interviewing skills, time management, business etiquette, and customer service.
Pre-requisite(s):
All graduation requirements except for the courses in which the student is currently enrolled must be completed.
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BUSN - 299 Special Topics 1-3
Special topics course relating to Business.
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Business and Legal Studies Division-Accounting & Finance |
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BUSN - 012 Applied Math For Business Seminar 2
This course provides support and enhancement for MATH 112 and BUSN 112 .
Pre-requisite(s):
ACT Math 14-18 or Accuplacer Arithmetic 40-84.
Co-Requisite(s):
Students must co-enroll in MATH 112 or BUSN 112 .
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FINC - 120 Principles of Banking 3
Considers many bank functions such as language and documents of banking, check processing, teller functions, deposit functions, trust services, investments, and the bank’s role in the community.
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FINC - 121 Consumer Lending 3
A complete study of the consumer lending function with special emphasis placed on credit evaluation process. Other topics include types of loans, collection procedures, and marketing techniques.
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FINC - 199 Special Topics 1-3
Special topics course relating to Finance.
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FINC - 201 Personal Finance 3
This course examines the financial problems encountered by the individual in the management of his/her own affairs. Areas covered include budgeting, consumer borrowing, real estate, investments, insurance, taxes, and estate and retirement planning.
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FINC - 280 Financial Management 3
Basic understanding of the functions of a financial manager. A descriptive approach is used to cover such topics as time value of money, ratio analysis, leverage, capital budgeting and stocks and bonds.
Pre-requisite(s):
Grade of C or better in ACCT 215
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FINC - 295 Money, Banking and Financial Markets 3
A survey of the historical development of the American monetary and banking institutions; the rationale behind financial tools; the concept of a global financial system; and the economic theory that is basis of our understanding of the role of financial markets.
Pre-requisite(s):
ECON 201 or ENGL 202*
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FINC - 296 Analyzing Financial Statements 3
Course explores understanding business industries and types, plus why they borrow money. It also introduces basic concepts of business financial accounting and entity structures and explains the analysis of business financial statements and tax returns, including cash flow statements. Finally, the course discusses personal financial statements and tax returns, as well as combining business and personal cash flows into a global analysis.
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FINC - 299 Special Topics 1-3
Special topics course relating to Finance.
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Chemistry |
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CHEM - 100 Consumer Chemistry 3
This course is the study of the fundamental concepts of chemistry for non-science majors. The focus is on the role that chemistry plays in the daily lives of individuals and the effect of chemistry on society.
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CHEM - 101 ~ General Chemistry 3
A general chemistry course that provides an introduction to elements, atoms, the periodic table, covers the nature of ionic and molecular compounds, and discusses chemical reactions including stoichiometry energies, rates, and equilibria. (GEC-2)
Pre-requisite(s):
100 level Math, 100 level English
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CHEM - 102 ~ General Chemistry Lab 1
A virtual lab course for CHEM - 101 ~ General Chemistry 3 . Explores the five different chemistry areas: inorganic qualitative analysis, simulation of foundational experiments of quantum mechanics, behavior of ideal, real and van der Waals gases, precise quantitative titration experiments, and calorimetry experiments.
Pre-requisite(s):
100 level Math, 100 level English
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CHEM - 110 ~ Fundamentals of Chemistry 3
A one-semester chemistry course covering the basics of general, inorganic, and organic chemistry. Topics covered include atomic structure, chemical bonding, chemical equations, radioactivity, stoichiometry, acids and bases, hydrocarbons, functional groups and important biological molecules. (GEC-2)
Pre-requisite(s):
Accuplacer Reading Comp. 60+/Sentence Skills 66+ or ACT English 16 or higher; ACT Math 19+, Accuplacer Elementary Algebra 76+ , Completion of MATH 060 or 100 level MATH with a C or better
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CHEM - 111 ~ Fundamentals of Chemistry Lab 1
Corresponding lab course for CHEM 110. Concurrent enrollment in CHEM 110 or passed CHEM 110 with a C or better within the last there (3) academic years. (GEC-2)
(GEC-1)
Pre-requisite(s):
Accuplacer Reading Comp. 60+/Sentence Skills 66+ or ACT English 16 or higher; ACT Math 19+, Accuplacer Elementary Algebra 76+ , Completion of MATH 060 or 100 level MATH with a C or better
Co-Requisite(s):
CHEM 110
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Civil Engineering Technology |
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CIET - 114 Statics 3
Study of the fundamental principles of mechanics of rigid bodies and the application of these principles to engineering problems.
Co-Requisite(s):
MATH 135 and MATH 140
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CIET - 115 Strength of Materials 3
This course includes fundamental stress and strain relationships, torsion, shear and bending moments, stress and deflections in beams and columns, and combined stresses. Laboratory experience relates classroom theory through experiments involving tension, compression, and shear.
Pre-requisite(s):
CIET 114
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CIET - 131 Construction Materials 3
A study of the properties of a wide range of construction materials including aggregates, concrete, bituminous materials, steel, nonferrous metals, wood and masonry. Simple material estimates are also included. Standard lab tests are conducted with concentration on aggregates and concrete. The course is supplemented with field trips to batch plants, quarries and/or other relevant sites.
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CIET - 133 Highway Materials Lab 1
Laboratory testing to support material properties presented in HWAY 132 ; tests are conducted with a concentration on aggregates and concrete; lab and site visits also supplement course
Co-Requisite(s):
HWAY 132
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CIET - 141 Surveying I 3
Fundamental concepts of surveying and the acquisition of the data necessary for civil engineering projects. Topics include note keeping, measurement of distances, angles, and elevations; azimuth and bearing calculations; field traversing and traverse calculations and methods of topographic mapping. Use of appropriate equipment is emphasized in field labs. Use of current computer software is employed where appropriate.
Co-Requisite(s):
MATH 135 , MATH 140 , DRFT 120 or instructor permission.
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CIET - 145 Surveying II 3
The application of surveying principles in the construction of engineering works. Topics include profiles and cross-sections; construction surveys and earthwork computations; calculations involving circular and parabolic curves; geodetic and state plane coordinates; total station surveys and introduction to GPS. In the field labs, appropriate equipment and techniques are employed in the performance of control and location surveys. This subject makes extensive use of current surveying computer packages and integration with other relevant software.
Pre-requisite(s):
CIET 141
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CIET - 199 Freshman Projects 1-3
To provide for supervised independent study or projects in Civil Engineering Technology for students in the freshman year.
Pre-requisite(s):
Consent of the advisor
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CIET - 215 Structural Steel Design 3
A practical study of the analysis and design of steel structural members used in the construction of highways, buildings, and industrial facilities including simple beams, columns, and connections.
Co-Requisite(s):
CIET 115
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CIET - 216 Structural Concrete Design 3
Practical study of the analysis and design of elementary reinforced concrete structural members, including beams, floor systems, columns, footings, and retaining walls
Co-Requisite(s):
CIET 115
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CIET - 222 Soils and Foundations 3
Origin, composition, classification of soils; fundamental soil properties and stresses in soils. Subsurface exploration. Introduction to foundation design and construction of earth structures. Field and laboratory testing.
Co-Requisite(s):
CIET 115
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CIET - 230 Hydraulics and Drainage 3
Principles of hydrostatics; fundamental concepts of fluid flow in pipes and open channels; methods of estimating storm water runoff; sizing of culverts, storm and sanitary sewers, and open channels. Laboratory experience relates classroom theory through experiments and/or hydraulic computer software.
Pre-requisite(s):
PHYS 101 or permission of instructor.
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CIET - 245 Highways 3
Highway planning and design including the study of surveys and plans. Topics include design characteristics and standards, surveying and mapping, geometric design, pavements, earthwork, drainage, safety and environmental considerations.
Pre-requisite(s):
CIET 145 , CIET 230 or permission of instructor
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CIET - 299 Sophomore Projects 1-3
To provide for supervised independent study or projects in Civil Engineering Technology for students in the sophomore year.
Pre-requisite(s):
Consent of advisor
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Communications |
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COMM - 100 ~ Oral Communication 3
This course is designed to develop the student’s skills in verbal and nonverbal communication including listening, nonverbal behavior, intrapersonal communication, interpersonal communication, small group communication, and effective public speaking. The student will offer several presentations to demonstrate and gain confidence in communication skills. (GEC-1) (GEC-1)
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Construction Management |
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CMGT - 109 Introduction to Construction Management 3
Examines construction project management and provided an introduction to estimating, scheduling and project control. Topics include conceptual and assemblies estimating, activity durations, network calculations, cost, schedule and resource control and project updating.
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CMGT - 111 Construction Management I 4
This course will introduce students to the subject of construction project management including project management processes, risk, contracts, delivery models, scope, stakeholder, and safety management principles and processes. Students will also gain knowledge of and be tested on the knowledge areas associated with the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) offered through the Project Management Institue, an internationally recognized project management credentialing organization. Software applications of course content will include MS Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. This is the first of three courses that constitue the Construction Management Advanced Skill Set Certificate.
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CMGT - 112 Construction Management II 4
This course will add to students knowledge of construction project management through course modules covering time management, scheduling concepts and methods, cost management, budgeting, estimating, earned value analysis, and human resource management. The course will also include advanced safety management instruction. Students will gain knowledge of and be tested on the knowledge areas associated with the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) offered through the Project Management Institution, an internationally recognized project management credentialing organization. Software applications of course content will be focus on MS Project applications. This is the second of three courses that constitue the Construction Management Advanced Skill Set Certificate.
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CMGT - 113 Construction Management III 4
This course will add to students knowledge of construction project management through course modules covering communication and procurement management, closing processes, and will instruduce students to emerging trends in construction management associated with productivity, lean construction, technology, Building Information Modeling, green building, and safety management. Students will prepare research presentations on an emerging technology and manipulate, analyze, and report on a large industrial project from the gas industry. Students will also be evaluated through a mock CAPM exam. Sotfware applications of course content will include advanced procedures in MS Project. This is the third of three courses that constitute the Construction Management Advanced Skill Set Certificate.
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CMGT - 150 Construction Management Internship 1-6
This course will take place in the participating construction companies office/facilities as well as on construction sites. The worked performed by the student will be in alignment with the objectives of the Construction Management Program and students will receive compensation as agreed with the employer. The actual hours worked will be determined before the start of the internship. Planned hours worked will determine the appropriate credit hours assigned to the course section. Students will be evaluated by the participating employer and the assigned instructor.
Pre-requisite(s):
Program Coordinator approval
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CMGT - 208 Construction Scheduling 3
Covers project management scheduling and features a combination of principles/fundamentals of scheduling and project management along with practical applications and tutorials of the 4 most common scheduling software programs-Microsoft Project, Primavera Project Planner (P3), SureTrak, P6 Project Manager and Contractor.
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CMGT - 215 Project Delivery 3
This course examines the construction process. Topics include the stake holders and participants, facility life cycle, codes, regulations and standards, project design, project planning, project delivery, design documents, and facility management. Capstone.
Pre-requisite(s):
Permission of Instructor
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CMGT - 223 Construction Estimating 3
Covers estimating practices used in the construction industry including how to develop estimates and a guide to information on drawings and in specifications. Building Information Modeling (BIM) is discussed as it relates to estimating. The content is organized around the CSI MasterFormat 2011. Sage Timberline Estimating software is utilized.
Pre-requisite(s):
Permission of Instructor
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Criminal Justice |
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CRJU - 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3
A course designed to introduce the student to the study of crime, society, reaction to crime, the organization and function of various components of the criminal justice system; law enforcement, the courts and corrections.
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CRJU - 141 Introduction to Homeland Security 3
This course will introduce students to the vocabulary and important components of homeland security. Topics to be covered include the importance of associated agencies and their interrelated duties and relationships; events impacting homeland security, state, national, and international laws, and the most critical threats confronting homeland security.
Pre-requisite(s):
TSA Employees Only
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CRJU - 142 Intelligence Analysis and Security Management 3
This course examines intelligence analysis and its indispensable relationship to the security management of terrorist attacks, man-made disasters and natural disasters. It also explores vulnerabilities of our national defense and private sectors. Students will discuss substantive issues regarding intelligence support of homeland security measures implemented by the US and explore how the intelligence community operates.
Pre-requisite(s):
TSA Employees Only
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CRJU - 143 Transportation and Border Security 3
This course provides an in-depth view of modern border and transportation security. Specific topics of study will include security for ships and seaports; aircraft and airports; trains; ground transportation and their related terminals; commercial trucking; pipelines and power transmission; bridges and tunnels; and major border crossing control points. Existing and emergent technologies needed to detect terrorists, their weapons and inherent vulnerabilities in infrastructure will be a special emphasis in the course, along with discussion of the legal, economic, political and cultural aspects of transportation safety and border security.
Pre-requisite(s):
TSA Employees Only
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CRJU - 200 Criminal Justice Internship 3
This course is designed to provide practical practicum experience to students in a criminal justice agency. 160 clock hours of experience is required. Optional elective.
Pre-requisite(s):
Permission of Program Coordinator
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CRJU - 201 Introduction to Forensic Science 3
This course covers the scientific aspects of criminal investigation. It focuses on physical evidence, fingerprints, the application of forensic science, the collection, examination and preservation of evidence. The student will learn the capabilities of the advanced police science laboratory in the study of firearms, hair, fibers, blood, paint, tools, poisons and other material
Pre-requisite(s):
Permission of Program Coordinator
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CRJU - 202 Crime Scene Investigation 3
This course prepares participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully process a crime scene for related evidence, including the collection and submission of evidence to a laboratory for testing. Students will participate in the processing of crime scenes and prepare findings for laboratory analysis. Topics are arranged to integrate scientific methodology with actual forensic applications. Upon completion, students will have a clear understanding of the correct procedures necessary to process a crime scene confidently.
Pre-requisite(s):
CRJU 201
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CRJU - 203 Analysis of Biological Evidence In Criminal Investigations 3
This course is designed to focus specifically on biological evidence that may be found at a crime scene. Each student will examine and identify items that may hold probative value in an investigation, and appropriately test said items in an analytical matter. Students will participate in creating, interpreting and collecting bloodstain patterns for analysis. Each student will gain knowledge of the scientific reasoning and values behind methodologies used in forensic analysis, including varieties of chemical tests used in forensic laboratories.
Pre-requisite(s):
CRJU 201
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CRJU - 204 Juvenile Justice and Delinquency 3
A study of delinquent and criminal behavior issues among the lower, middle and upper social classes of youths and adolescents giving consideration to history, crime causation, treatment and prevention and court related programs. The course covers the proper handling and referral of juveniles. Juvenile court organization, issues related to operation of juvenile courts, procedures, detention, filing and enforcement of juvenile code. Juvenile drug addition, mental illness, neglect, dependency cases and habitual offenders are discussed.
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CRJU - 207 Criminal Law 3
This course examines criminal, correctional, constitutional and procedural law. The basic constitutional rights applicable to those involved in the criminal justice system from arrest to incarceration are discussed. The development of public policy and the administration of criminal justice and the legal principles for determining criminal and civil liability are studied.
Pre-requisite(s):
CRJU 101
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CRJU - 208 Ethics in Criminal Justice 3
This course provides a survey of the various ethical systems, and focuses on the ethical issues, problem and dilemmas encountered by professionals in the field of criminal justice, the recognition of moral issues and the development of moral imagination. Corruption, brutality and morality are discussed.
Pre-requisite(s):
CRJU 101
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CRJU - 211 Drugs and Society 3
This course is designed to deal with the use and abuse of drugs and alcohol, both legal and illegal. The etiology, social phenomena, psychological and physiological effects, and the current modes of treatment within the criminal justice setting will be examined. Particular attention will be paid to how the above issues are dealt with in the correctional system (both institution and community) and police departments.
Pre-requisite(s):
Completion of ENGL 101 or 101E with a grade of C or better, or, program permission
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CRJU - 212 Community Corrections 3
This course provides the student with an understanding of the evolution of the US correctional system. It gives a survey of the historical development of alternative approaches to incarceration from early correctional procedure through modern approaches. Specific emphasis is on the antecedents of modern correctional procedures, administration, and alternatives to incarceration in the state of WV. This course introduces the student to sentencing systems, diversionary programs, and the roles of those who monitor offenders in community-based programs.
Pre-requisite(s):
CRJU 101
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CRJU - 213 Race and Gender in Criminal Justice 3
This course introduces race and gender issues from the perspectives of offenders, victims and professionals who work in the criminal justice system. Theoretical perspectives, as they apply to gender and racial issues, are explored.
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CRJU - 223 Police and Society 3
This course is a study of law enforcement from an operational perspective. Law enforcement functions such as patrol, communications, investigations, traffic, special operations and other line staff functions are reviewed. Officer safety and duty-related stressors are also examined.
Pre-requisite(s):
CRJU 101
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CRJU - 224 Punishment and Corrections 3
This course is a survey of criminal offenders and their environment. Material is presented describing the types and amount of crime in the US. Characteristics such as age, race, gender and class of offender types are discussed. The interaction between society, the criminal justice system and the offender is examined. The current correctional practices that focus on the goals, organization, functions and operations of state, county and local correctional systems are examined. Theories on causation are analyzed.
Pre-requisite(s):
CRJU 101
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CRJU - 225 Victimology 3
This course is an examination of the history and philosophy of treatment, the structure of the correctional system and the legal basis for treatment. Consideration is given to the history of corrections and how that history has shaped treatment approaches. This course focuses on treatment modalities presently being used in working with offenders, issues of public safety, security and raises questions of whether treatment methods are effective.
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CRJU - 226 Court Systems in the Us 3
This course will provide students with a working knowledge of the major structures and basic legal concepts that underlie the court system in the US. The structure of the courts, the nature of the criminal law they apply, and the procedures followed by them will be examined, in addition to the history and development of our court systems and the goals they seek to achieve will be examined. Local, state and federal court systems will be discussed.
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CRJU - 230 Criminology 3
This course involves the basic study of the nature and peculiarities of human behavior and its direct relationship to crime and delinquency.
Pre-requisite(s):
CRJU 101
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CRJU - 262 Criminal Justice Capstone 3
This course provides the student with an understanding of the organization and administration of criminal justice system agencies. Topics covered include the primary components of criminal justice and their responsibilities, functions and activities, planning and research, public relations, personnel training inspection and control, and policy formulation in criminal justice system agencies. This course will include job seeking and interview skills and serve as the CRJU capstone course with an end of program exam.
Pre-requisite(s):
CRJU 101 and permission of Program Coordinator
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