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ACC* K100
3 CREDIT HOURS
BASIC ACCOUNTING I
The course is designed to cover the basic structure, concepts, principles,
and correct use of accounting terminology. The practical aspect of
accounting is emphasized through recording, classifying, and summarizing the
financial information that flows within a business enterprise. The
accounting cycle is examined along with such areas as sales, purchases, cash,
receivables, and payroll. This course is not open to students who have
completed ACC* K111 or higher.
ACC* K111 (formerly ACC K111)
4 CREDIT HOURS
PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING I
Prerequisite: Placement score indicating placement in MAT* K095 or
successful completion of MAT* K075 with a "C#" grade or better and
placement score indicating placement in ENG* K100 or successful completion of
ENG* K094 with a "C#" grade or better.
This course is designed to cover basic accounting theory and practice as
applied to the complete accounting cycle, including the use of current
accounting systems and procedures and the preparation of financial
statements. Computer lab time may be required for this course.
ACC* K112 (formerly ACC K112)
4 CREDIT HOURS
PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING II
Prerequisite: ACC* K111.
This course is a continuation of the study of accounting theory and practice.
Introduction to partnerships, corporations, managerial accounting, and
analysis of financial statements. Computer lab time may be required for this
course.
ACC* K118 (formerly ACC K231)
4 CREDIT HOURS
MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING
Prerequisite: ACC* K111 with a "C" grade or better or
successful completion of ACC* K112.
This course is designed to cover the application of accounting principles and
procedures to the cost control function of manufacturing business management.
Emphasis is placed on managerial analysis and control, job order costing, process
cost, standard cost, and variance analysis.
ACC* K125 (formerly ACC K150)
3 CREDIT HOURS
ACCOUNTING COMPUTER APPLICATIONS I
This course is designed to teach accounting students about computerized
integrated accounting and accounting spreadsheet applications using a
standard Windows interface. Students will learn to operate the software by
entering realistic accounting transactions for a variety of business
applications and by generating financial statements, spreadsheets, and other
management information reports. The techniques and terminology learned can be
applied to other Window-based software packages.
ACC* K233
4 CREDIT HOURS
PRINCIPLES OF COST ACCOUNTING
Prerequisite: ACC* K111 with a "C" grade or better or
successful completion of ACC* K112.
This course encompasses fundamental principles and procedures needed for
planning, evaluating, and controlling the organization's internal activities.
Students will be exposed to accounting systems that are designed to provide
information for managers as they relate to decision making. Topics include:
budgeting, relevant costing, absorption and direct costing models, production
levels, and inventory evaluations. Students work with accounting information
that includes job-order costing, process costing, and standard costs.
ACC* K241 (formerly ACC K233)
3 CREDIT HOURS
FEDERAL TAXES I
Prerequisite: Placement score indicating placement in MAT* K095 or
successful completion of MAT* K075 with a "C#" grade or better and
placement score indicating placement in ENG* K100 or successful completion of
ENG* K094 with a "C#" grade or better.
This course examines federal income taxation as it relates to individuals.
Emphasis is on tax law, researching tax questions, the determination of taxable
income, deductions, and the preparation of tax returns.
ACC* K271 (formerly ACC K211)
3 CREDIT HOURS
INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING I
Prerequisite: ACC* K112.
In this course, students will engage in an intensive study of financial
accounting theory, focusing on revenue and expense recognition and the
valuation and disclosure of financial statement elements.
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ANT* K101 (formerly ANT K121)
3 CREDIT HOURS
INTRODUCTION TO ANTHROPOLOGY
Prerequisite: Placement test score indicating ENG* K101 or completion
of ENG* K100 with a "C" grade or better.
This course will approach the evolution of human beings from the perspectives
of the four anthropology subfields (cultural, physical, archaeology,
linguistics). The dawn of humanity will be traced from its early primate
origins to the evolution of family, language, consciousness, and culture.
Cultural evolution will trace the origins of bands,
tribes, and state civilizations. The course will conclude with an examination
of human variation.
ANT* K105 (formerly ANT K122)
3 CREDIT HOURS
INTRODUCTION TO CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY
Prerequisite: Placement test score indicating ENG* K101 or completion of
ENG* K100 with a "C" grade or better.
This course examines human life ways. Examples will be drawn cross-culturally
to illustrate universal aspects of cultural life, such as marriage and
family, art and religion, ecology and economy, and power and politics.
Explanations for the existence of various kinds of human societies such as
bands, tribes, and modern states will be addressed with a humanistic concern
on how people view and experience life within them. Contemporary problems of
cultural contact and change will be discussed with the objective of
discovering ways and means of promoting intercultural understanding. Course
fulfills International/Intercultural Requirement .
ANT* K136
3 CREDIT HOURS
MUSIC CULTURES OF THE WORLD
Prerequisite: Placement test score for ENG* K101 or completion
of ENG* K100 with a "C" or better.
A comparative survey of musical concepts, style, and performance
practices of various world cultures. Course content will emphasize the
context of musical expression within the different cultures examined.
This course is equivalent to MUS* K104.
ANT* K207 (formerly ANT K225)
3 CREDIT HOURS
TRADITIONS, ANTHROPOLOGY, FOLK CULTURE
Prerequisite:
Any 100 level course in anthropology, history, or sociology, or permission of
the instructor.
This course combines the methodologies of anthropology and folklore studies
to introduce students to the meaning and function of various expressive
elements of culture, including folklore, ceremony and ritual, visual and
performing arts, community festivals, and vernacular landscapes. Students
will be required to conduct original field research for public presentation
as the central component of their coursework.
ANT* K242 (formerly ANT K215)
3 CREDIT HOURS
NATIVE PEOPLES OF NORTH AMERICA
Prerequisite: 100 level anthropology, or sociology, or permission of the
instructor.
This course combines the anthropologic approaches of archaeology, ethno
history and cultural anthropology to introduce students to the indigenous
peoples and nations of North America, as they existed prior to the twentieth
century. The course will cover prehistoric past, contact period, and the
development of Native/Non-Native relationships, together with a view of the
changing lives of modern Native Americans. Course fulfills
International/Intercultural Requirement .
ANT* K296 (formerly ANT
K298)
3 CREDIT HOURS
TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIP IN ANTHROPOLOGY
Prerequisite: At least two prior courses in anthropology and
permission of the instructor.
In this assistantship, students will assist a faculty member in conducting an
academic course offered in the field of anthropology. Students may lead
discussion groups, work with individual students, organize field trips, make
presentations, and/or other work (to be arranged).
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ARC* K102 (formerly ARC K1100)
3 CREDIT HOURS
ARCHITECTURE OF THE WORLD
This course introduces students to the rich heritage of architecture as a
basis for developing, understanding, and appreciating both their own design
philosophy and those of others. Students will explore the impact of climate,
economy, philosophy, social structure and technology on architectural design
by becoming familiar with some of the major monuments in architectural
history.
ARC* K108 (formerly ARC K1108)
3 CREDIT HOURS
BUILDING MATERIALS
This course introduces students to the source, use and limitations of
materials used in building construction, while exploring methods of assembly
and historic applications. Emphasis is placed on basic design concepts and
the practical applications of building materials "in the field."
Field observation is attained through site visits of projects under construction
(as available).
ARC* K135
1 CREDIT HOUR
CONSTRUCTION GRAPHICS
Co-requisite: ARC* K135L.
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of drafting and working
drawings for the construction industry, emphasizing set layout and
sequencing, sheet image composition, drawing construction, line weights,
conventions, symbols and projection. "Drafting" as a means to
convey "design intent" and "constructability" to the
construction industry is accomplished through the lab portion of this course
by the execution of actual drawing types, including architectural, civil,
structural, detail, and other drawings.
ARC* K135L
2 CREDIT HOURS
CONSTRUCTION GRAPHICS LAB
Co-requisite: ARC* K135.
This course implements the principles of construction graphics covered in the
lecture portion of this course and the execution of actual drawing types,
including architectural, civil, structural, detail, and other drawings.
ARC* K137 (formerly ARC K1200)
1 CREDIT HOUR
ARCHITECTURAL DETAILING
Prerequisites: ARC* K135/135L.
Co-requisite: ARC* K137L.
This course introduces the methods and purpose of producing architectural
drawing details that convey design intent to the construction industry while
illustrating, with detail, the materials, assemblies and methods to be used
in construction.
ARC* K137L (formerly K1201)
2 CREDIT HOURS
ARCHITECTURAL DETAILING LAB
Prerequisites: ARC* K135/135L.
Co-requisite: ARC* K137.
This course implements the principles of architectural detailing covered in
the lecture portion of this course, as students gain working knowledge
through construction observation, detail observation, and a hands-on scaled
detail building project.
ARC* K211 (formerly ARC K2100)
1 CREDIT HOUR
ARCHITECTURE DESIGN I
Prerequisites: ARC* K137/137L.
Co-requisite: ARC* K211L.
This course introduces the student to the fundamental methodologies of a
designer's decision making process. Students will work individually and in
groups as they apply their studies to the solutions of small
"vignette" architectural projects that explore the principles of
form, space, and order in design.
ARC* K211L (formerly ARC K2101)
2 CREDIT HOURS
ARCHITECTURE DESIGN I LAB
Prerequisites: ARC* K137/137L.
Co-requisite: ARC* K211.
This course implements the principles of architectural design covered in the
lecture portion of this course. Emphasis in the Design I Lab is placed more
upon the path of design and the decision making process than a
"polished" design solution, through sketches, diagrams, and models.
ARC* K213 (formerly ARC K2210)
1 CREDIT HOUR
ARCHITECTURE DESIGN II
Prerequisites: ARC* K211/211L.
Co-requisites: ARC* K213L.
This course, along with Architectural Design I, forms the capstone of the
Architectural program, as students continue implementing the principles of
Design I. Students expand their design experience as they implement form,
space, and order concepts in the design of building layouts, planning
schemes, façade designs, and construction techniques.
ARC* K213L (formerly ARC K2211)
2 CREDIT HOURS
ARCHITECTURE DESIGN II LAB
Prerequisites: ARC* K211/211L.
Co-requisites: ARC* K213.
This course implements the principles of architectural design covered in the
lecture portion of this course. Students transition from designing small
"vignette" projects in Design I to larger - holistic design
problems, including urban in-fill, single buildings, and planning projects.
ARC* K221 (formerly ARC K1116)
3 CREDIT HOURS
CONTRACTS & SPECIFICATIONS
This course introduces students to construction industry documents, including
working drawings and the project manual which contains bidding documents,
contract documents, contract conditions, and the specifications. Additional
documents include cut sheets, shop drawings, and various AIA (American
Institute of Architects) documents used in contract administration. Working
knowledge is attained through actual execution of the documents.
ARC* K227 (formerly ARC K2219)
3 CREDIT HOURS
CODES & ORDINANCES
This course introduces students to the origins, scope, and administration of
local, state, and federal codes and ordinances. Students will be exposed to
the elements of these codes and ordinances and to the impacts they have on
the design, construction and occupancy of a project. Students will develop a
working knowledge of the subject material as they track a hypothetical
project from preliminary zoning research, through design and construction and
ultimately the issuance of a "certificate of occupancy."
ARC* K241 (formerly ARC K2215)
2 CREDIT HOURS
SITE ANALYSIS
Prerequisites: ARC* K135/135L.
Co-requisite: ARC* K241L.
This course introduces students to an overview inventory of the systems and
elements that are encountered in the analysis of site conditions. Students
will explore how each element operates and what procedures are required to
maintain or improve the quality of the site environment. Students will
develop a value system, which fosters the concept of fitness to human purpose
and specific site context through an ecological approach to design.
ARC* K241L (formerly ARC K2216)
1.5 CREDIT HOURS
SITE ANALYSIS LAB
Prerequisites: ARC* K135/135L.
Co-requisite: ARC* K241.
This course implements the principles of site analysis covered in the lecture
portion of this course, as students explore the relationship between land use
and architectural design. Hands-on experience is gained through a final
project that explores site selection, orientation, climatology, natural and
cultural features, topography, and regulatory issues.
ARC* K280 (formerly ARC K2220)
3 CREDIT HOURS
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
This course introduces the student to the methodologies and philosophies of
architectural office practice. Subjects covered include firm organization and
management, client relations, marketing and attaining projects, and project
production and management. Emphasis is placed on the everyday tasks of
managing a firm and its projects. Working knowledge is attained through
actual job files setup and execution of common AIA and other project
management documents.
ARC* K282
3 CREDIT HOURS
TRENDS & ISSUES
A topics-based course that explores current and evolving subjects that affect
the architectural and construction industries. Areas of focus will include
changes in technologies; building materials; regulations, codes and
ordinances; delivery methods; graphic mediums; and other evolving subjects.
ARC* K296 (formerly ARC K2995)
3 CREDIT HOURS
CO-OP EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE
Prerequisite: Consent of Program Coordinator.
Co-requisite: Student must have completed all freshman level technology
courses and have a GPA of 2.50 or better.
Students will work in industry gaining hands-on experience while applying
academic knowledge acquired during their first year of classroom/laboratory
college education. A specific project will be agreed upon by the co-op
student, industry supervisor, and faculty advisor. A minimum of 225
documented industry hours must be completed by the co-op student during the
semester internship.
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ART* K101
3 CREDIT HOURS
ART HISTORY I
Prerequisite: ENG* K101 eligibility.
This course provides an introduction to the history of art from prehistoric
through to the mid-15th century from a global perspective. Major works
in many media including painting, sculpture, and architecture will be
covered. By the end of this course, students will have a visual vocabulary
with which they can intelligently discuss and write about works of art.
Regardless of whether the work is accessible and easy to admire or difficult
and not readily understood, students will understand how to evaluate
works of art not only for their beauty, but for other intrinsic values
such as power of expression and boldness of communication. Outside readings
and papers required.
ART* K102
3 CREDIT HOURS
ART HISTORY II
Prerequisite: ENG* K101 eligibility.
This course provides an introduction to the history of art from the mid-15th century through to contemporary from a global perspective. Major works in many media including painting, sculpture, installation art, and performance art will be covered. By the end of this course, students will have a visual vocabulary with which they can intelligently discuss and write about works of art. Regardless of whether the work is accessible and easy to admire or difficult and not readily understood, students will understand how to evaluate works of art not only for their beauty, but for other intrinsic values such as power of expression and boldness of communication. Outside readings and papers required.
ART* K107
3 CREDIT HOURS
INTRODUCTION TO STUDIO ART
A course covering the fundamentals of visual art through hands-on
experience. The course includes basic design and composition, color
theory, study of three-dimensional form, and a thorough exploration
of the creative process through the use of a wide variety of media and
techniques, including drawing, painting, collage, and mixed media sculpture.
ART* K111 (formerly ART K112)
3 CREDIT HOURS
DRAWING I
This course is an introduction to basic drawing skills. The course includes
work with still life, landscape, self-portrait, and interior space in
black and white media. Emphasis is placed on the importance of drawing
through careful observation. A variety of techniques and styles are
covered to arrange compositions and create the illusion of volume and
perspective.
ART* K112(formerly ART K113)
3 CREDIT HOURS
DRAWING II
Prerequisite: ART* K111.
This course is an exploration of drawing basics in various media including
color, with an emphasis on composition and technique. Both representation
and abstraction are explored. Students work with still life, portraiture,
and the figure and a final project series of their own choice.
ART* K121 (formerly ART K101)
3 CREDIT HOURS
TWO-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN
This is a basic drawing course that concentrates on the aspects of
two-dimensional design, including line, shape, space, color, and the creative
imagination.
ART* K151 (formerly ART K115)
3 CREDIT HOURS
PAINTING I
Prerequisite: ART* K111 or permission of the instructor.
This course is an intensive introduction to representational painting
with acrylics. Students are given a firm foundation in painting through
an introduction to the materials of painting and thorough study of color
theory and color mixing. The knowledge of color theory will be put into
practice with the painting of the still life. A variety of exercises
and techniques will be explored including preparing different surfaces
on which to paint as well as aesthetic explorations. It will be emphasized
that the skills of drawing are an integral painting tool.
ART* K152 (formerly ART K201)
3 CREDIT HOURS
PAINTING II
Prerequisite: ART* K151 or permission of the instructor.
In this class, students will get the opportunity to further their exploration of painting with acrylics through a variety of approaches including abstraction. Students will be encouraged to experiment with a variety of subject matter and themes as well as to develop their own individual styles.
ART* K161 (formerly ART K105)
3 CREDIT HOURS
CERAMIC I
This course is an introduction to the methods and nature of working with clay as an artistic medium. Emphasis is placed on the practical use of design principals such as: line, symmetry, balance, visual mass, texture, ground/foreground relationships, and spatial relationships. Various artistic movements such as surrealism, minimalism, and abstraction, will be explored. Assignments allow the exploration of artistic themes while solving various design problems. The class includes discussions and demonstrations on various glazing and finishing techniques.
ART* K162 (formerly ART K106)
3 CREDIT HOURS
CERAMIC II
Prerequisite: ART* K161 or permission of instructor.
This course is a continuation of Ceramics I, with the addition of advanced concepts and techniques. Students are required to develop a unified portfolio of work using a combination of sketches, research, and experiments to develop a theme.
ART* K211
3 CREDIT HOURS
DRAWING III
Prerequisite: ART* K112.
This course will provide students who have taken Drawing I & II the
opportunity to continue to develop their drawing skills. Students will evolve
their own style of drawing while continuing to strengthen their observational
and perceptual skills through focus and the live model. Students will begin
to place conceptual importance on their drawings through intensive group and
individual critiques.
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AST* K101 (formerly AST K101)
3 CREDIT HOURS
PRINCIPLES OF ASTRONOMY
Co-requisite: ENG* K100 or higher.
This course covers the ideas that account for the earth and heavenly bodies
and their characteristics. This course is designed to develop an appreciation
of the beauty and order of the universe. Observational exercises, including
star identifications and use of the telescope, are included.
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BBG* K101 (formerly BUS K111)
3 CREDIT HOURS
INTRO TO BUSINESS
In this course, the focus for students will be on a practical understanding
and application of how business works, how it contributes to quality
of life, the rewards of entrepreneurship, its legal framework, trade
terminology, and business operations including marketing, finance, accounting,
and management. This course gives an orientation to business curriculum.
This course will emphasize the relationship of business to an individual's
everyday life in American society. Students required to take BBG* K101
should enroll in it prior to or in the first semester that they take
a BBG*, BMG* or BMK* course. This course is open to all General
Studies students as an elective. Certain restrictions apply to this
course for business majors. Please refer to your program of study prior
to registration.
BBG* K115
3 CREDIT HOURS
BUSINESS SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS
Prerequisite: Successful completion of MAT* K095 with a C# or
better or acceptable placement score or permission of the instructor.
Corequisite: MAT* K137 or permission of the instructor.
Using Microsoft Suite application software, students in this hands-on
course will learn to use each of the software packages as they relate
to the business environment. These software packages include an emphasis
on Excel to build flexible spreadsheets used in business decision-making,
supplemented with Word to produce professional-looking documents, Access
to select and analyze data to produce valid results, and Powerpoint
to effectively present and communicate.
BBG* K231 (formerly MGT K113)
3 CREDIT HOURS
BUSINESS LAW I
Prerequisite: Placement score indicating ENG* K101 or completion of
ENG* K100 with a "C" grade or better.
This course provides the student with an understanding of fundamental legal
principles and their applications to business transactions and to individual
rights and obligations. Crimes and torts are examined, and special emphasis
is placed on the study of the law of contracts.
BBG* K232 (formerly MGT K114)
3 CREDIT HOURS
BUSINESS LAW II
Prerequisite: BBG* K231.
This course covers the basic principles of the substantive law governing
real and personal property, sales transactions, and commercial paper.
BBG* K291
3 CREDIT HOURS
BUSINESS CAPSTONE
Prerequisites: BMG* K202, BBG* K231, BMK* K201, ECN* K101, ECN* K102
and ACC* K233 for Accounting students or ACC* K118 for Business
Administration - Management students and Marketing students or permission of
the instructor.
Co-requisites: BFN* K201 for Accounting students or BFN* K201 and BMG*
K218 for Business Administration - Management students
BBG* K294 (formerly BUS K215)
1-3 CREDIT HOURS*
BUSINESS INTERNSHIP
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
In this course, students receive on-the-job placement in a business setting
in one of many areas (accounting, management, or marketing). This is a
college-supervised experience based on a learning contract with evaluations
by both the college faculty and the staff of the cooperating business. *A
one-credit business practicum is required in the Public Administration and
Business Certificate Programs, while a three-credit business practicum is
required in the Business Administration Management Career and Business
Administration Public Administration Option Associate Degree Programs.
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BES* K118
3 CREDIT HOURS
SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Prerequisite: ENG* K101.
This course is designed to assist students with the knowledge and skills
needed to operate and/or develop a small business. Emphasis will be placed on
the entrepreneurial aspects of creating, managing, and gaining profit from a
small business.
BES* K218 (formerly BUS K211)
3 CREDIT HOURS
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Prerequisite: BBG* K101 or BMK* K201 or BMG* K202.
The course is designed especially for those students who wish to start a
business. A strong emphasis is placed on the practical applications of
financing a new business, marketing goods and services, dealing with
competitors, and handling leases and landlords. Understanding legal elements
for the new business person and other topics make up the bulk of this course.
Reality-based projects and instruction enable students to practice immediate
application of content.
BES* K239
3 CREDIT HOURS
BUSINESS PLAN DEVELOPMENT
Prerequisites: ACC* K111, ACC* K118, BES* K118, BMK* K201
This course will teach the student the process of developing a business
plan. This course will draw on knowledge obtained from previous business
courses. The course will utilize business plan development software. Students
will individually, and on a team basis, develop a complete business plan.
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BFN* K110 (formerly ACC K110)
3 CREDIT HOURS
PERSONAL FINANCE
Prerequisite: Acceptable placement score indicating ENG* K100 or
completion of ENG* K094 with a "C#" grade or better and acceptable
placement score indicating MAT* K095 or completion of MAT* K075 with a
"C# grade or higher.
This course provides, in a non-technical presentation, a basic understanding
of personal finance. The choices that consumers face in managing their
finances are examined. The topics include personal income and budgeting,
consumer credit, investing, taxes, housing, insurance, retirement, and estate
planning.
BFN* K201 (formerly BUS K235)
3 CREDIT HOURS
PRINCIPLES OF FINANCE
Prerequisite: MAT* K137, CSA* K105 or CSA* K131A, and ACC* K112.
This course offers an introduction to the basic principles of finance with an
emphasis on the role a finance manager plays in the corporate world. Areas
covered are financial analysis and forecasting, operating and financial
leverage, short and long term financing alternatives, capital budgeting, time
value of money, mergers and acquisitions, and international financial
management.
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BIO* K111 (formerly BIO K127)
3 CREDIT HOURS
INTRODUCTION TO NUTRITION
Prerequisite: Placement test score indicating ENG* K101 or successful
completion of ENG* K100 with a "C" grade or better.
This introductory course covers the principles of nutrition, nutrients, their
sources, the interaction between those nutrients and the human body, and the
selection of adequate diets for different age groups.
BIO* K115 (formerly BIO K115)
4 CREDIT HOURS
HUMAN BIOLOGY
Co-requisite: ENG* K100 or higher.
This introductory course focuses on a presentation of human structure and
function, including a survey of the body's system for students who want to be
more knowledgeable about the life processes of their own bodies. Lab
procedures do not involve animal dissections. This course does not meet the
pre-admission requirement for the Nursing Program. Three-hour lecture; one
three-hour laboratory period.
BIO* K121 (formerly BIO K111)
4 CREDIT HOURS
GENERAL BIOLOGY I
Prerequisite: Placement test score indicating ENG* K101 or completion of
ENG* K100 with "C" grade or better.
Co-requisite: None required; CHE* K111 or CHE* K121 highly recommended.
This course introduces the major principles and concepts of modern biology.
Topics to be covered include molecular and cellular biology, cell division,
cellular transport systems, cellular metabolism, the specialization and
differentiation of both plant and animal cells, and modern genetics.
Three-hour lecture; one three-hour laboratory period.
BIO* K122 (formerly BIO K112)
4 CREDIT HOURS
GENERAL BIOLOGY II
Prerequisite: BIO* K121 with a "C" grade or better or
permission of the instructor.
Co-requisite: None required; CHE* K122 is recommended.
This course is a continuation of General Biology I. Topics
to be covered include taxonomy, the diversity of life forms from the
microbes to the animals, the structures and functions of both plant and
animal systems, as well as ecology, ecosystems and evolution. (For transfer
credit, student should take both BIO* K121 and K122.) Three-hour lecture; one
three-hour laboratory period.
BIO* K145 (formerly BIO K121)
4 CREDIT HOURS
GENERAL ZOOLOGY
Prerequisite: Placement test score indicating ENG* K101 or successful
completion of ENG* K100 with a "C" grade or better.
Co-requisite: None required; CHE* K121 or CHE* K111 is recommended.
This course introduces the study of animals, including a phylogenetic
survey of organisms from the protozoans to the
chordates. Aspects of anatomy, physiology, reproduction, development and
genetics of select groups will be covered. Three-hour lecture, one three-hour
laboratory period.
BIO* K155 (formerly BIO K113)
4 CREDIT HOURS
GENERAL BOTANY
Prerequisite: Placement test score indicating ENG* K101 or successful
completion of ENG* K100 with a "C" grade or better.
Co-requisite: None required; CHE* K121 or CHE* K111 highly recommended.
This course introduces the study of plant life, including a phylogenetic survey from algae to the flowering plants.
Aspects of anatomy, physiology, genetics, and reproduction of select plant
life will be covered. Three-hour lecture; one three-hour laboratory period.
BIO* K175 (formerly BIO K134)
3 CREDIT HOURS
INTRODUCTION TO MARINE SCIENCE
Co-requisite: ENG* K100 or higher.
This course is an introduction to marine science. Topics to be explored
include general marine biology, intertidal ecology, plankton biology, marine
communities, and the geomorphology of the New England coast. Some field work
will be included.
BIO* K180 (formerly BIO K128)
3 CREDIT HOURS
PRINCIPLES OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Co-requisite: ENG* K100 or higher.
This is a basic course in environmental studies that introduces ecological
principles and a global perspective on environmental problems such as
deforestation, droughts, floods, soil erosion, overpopulation, food shortages
and pollutants. Some field work will be included. This course is equivalent
to ENV* K101 Environmental Studies. Course fulfills
International/Intercultural Requirement .
BIO* K211 (formerly BIO K211)
4 CREDIT HOURS
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I
Prerequisite: BIO* K121 and CHE* K111 or higher passed with a
"C" grade or better; or an acceptable grade on the associated
challenge exam for Biology and/or Chemistry.
This course is a comprehensive study of the gross anatomical structure and
physiology of the human body pertaining to cells, tissues, membranes, organs,
and the following systems: integumentary, skeletal,
articular, muscular and nervous including special
senses. Anatomy and Physiology is a two semester course. Students must enroll
in both BIO* K211 and BIO* K212 for transfer credits to other institutions.
BIO* K211 is offered in the fall semester only. Three-hour lecture; one
three-hour laboratory period per week.
BIO* K212 (formerly BIO K212)
4 CREDIT HOURS
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY II
Prerequisite: BIO* K211 with a "C" grade or better. CHE* K111
or higher strongly recommended.
A continuation of BIO* K211, Anatomy and Physiology I, this course covers the
following systems: endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive
(nutrition), urinary (including fluids and electrolytes), and reproduction,
as well as human development and genetics. Anatomy and Physiology is a two
semester course. Students must enroll in both BIO* K211 and K212 for transfer
credit to other institutions. BIO* K212 is offered in the spring semester
only. Three-hour lecture; one three-hour laboratory period per week.
BIO* K235 (formerly BIO K225)
4 CREDIT HOURS
MICROBIOLOGY
Prerequisites: BIO* K121 and CHE* K111 or CHE* K121 or permission of the
instructor, all courses passed with a "C" grade or better. BIO*
K122 is recommended.
This course covers a comprehensive study of microorganisms. Topics covered
will include the basic characteristics, morphology, physiology, growth,
reproduction, and genetics of bacteria, as well as a brief taxonomical survey
of the following microbial life forms: Archaea, Eubacteria (Cyanobacteria, Mycoplasms, Rickettsia, Chlamydia), Fungi, Algae, Protozoans,
and Viruses. Emphasis will be on species that affect humans. Laboratory
activities will include various techniques of staining, culturing, and
isolating bacteria. The morphology and metabolic processes of select
microbial groups will be studied. Students will learn to apply various modern
bio-techniques that are used for controlling the growth of microbes, and to
identify unknowns. Three hours of lecture; three hours of lab each week.
BIO* K260
3 CREDIT HOURS
PRINCIPLES OF GENETICS
Prerequisites: ENG* K101, MAT* K137, BIO* K121, CHE* K111 or CHE* K121, all
courses passed with a "C" grade or better.
This course is designed to cover the basic concepts of genetics, including
the theory of chromosomes, classical Mendelian
inheritance, principles of human genetics, the
genetic code, the role of the nucleic acids in gene expression, genetics mutations, and topics in modern genetics in
areas such as recombinant DNA, biotechnology, gene mapping and diagnosis of
human genetic disease.
BIO* K262 (formerly BIO K252)
4 CREDIT HOURS
GENETICS
Prerequisites: BIO* K121 & K122, MAT* K186 or higher, CHE* K111 or
CHE* K121 & K122, or successful completion of BIO* K121, MAT* K137, CHE*
K111 or CHE* K121 and the written permission of the instructor, all courses
passed with a "C" grade or better.
This introductory course covers the basic principles, theories and laws of
heredity. Topics to be covered will include mitosis, meiosis, DNA & RNA
and their role in protein synthesis, chromosomes, genes, recombinant DNA, and
Mendelian and Human Genetics. Laboratory experience
will incorporate the use of fruit flies to examine the ways in which traits
are inherited, as well as gel electrophoresis and recombinant DNA procedures
to explore modern concepts of cytogenetic technology.
BIO* K270 (formerly BIO K230)
4 CREDIT HOURS
ECOLOGY
Prerequisites: ENG* K101, MAT* K137 or higher, CHE* K111 or higher, and
one of the following: BIO* K121 and BIO* K122, BIO* K155 or BIO* K145, all
courses passed with a "C" grade or better.
This course looks at a study of the relationship between plants and animals
and their environment and is designed to cover ecological concepts and their
applications to life in aquatic and terrestrial environments. Laboratory work
will include travel to off campus field-study locations. Three-hour lecture;
one three-hour laboratory period per week.
BIO* K272 (formerly BIO K232)
4 CREDIT HOURS
MARINE ECOLOGY
Prerequisites: ENG* K101 and MAT* K137 or higher and CHE* K111 or higher
and BIO* K121 or BIO* K155 or BIO* K145 required, all courses passed with a
"C" grade or better.
This course is an ecological study of marine organisms and their environments
that includes estuaries, tidal marshes, rocky shores, coral reefs,
hydrothermal vents and the open ocean. The interaction of plants and animals
with each other and their physical environment will be stressed. Lab
fieldwork involves off campus sites to study local marine environments.
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BMG* K202 (formerly MGT K111)
3 CREDIT HOURS
PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT
Prerequisite: Placement score indicating ENG* K101 or completion of
ENG* K100 with a "C" grade or better.
Fundamental principles of management and business operations are discussed
with emphasis placed on management orientation, policy making, practical problem
analysis, and philosophy. Attention also centers on the following: planning,
organizing, directing, controlling, budgeting functions, qualitative and
quantitative decision-making, and financial
analyses.
BMG* K218 (formerly MGT K218)
3 CREDIT HOURS
OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
Prerequisites: BMG* K202
Co-requisite: ACC* K118 or ACC* K233, MAT* K167 .
This course examines the planning and controlling of the operating processes
and work flow activities in private and public organizations. Key topics
include production/work planning, inventory and quality control, scheduling,
distribution, plant location and maintenance management. Contemporary methods
and analytical techniques such as forecasting, simulation, queuing, linear
programming, network methodology and analytical model building are evaluated
for their importance in the decision-making process.
BMG* K220 (formerly MGT K212)
3 CREDIT HOURS
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
Prerequisite: Placement score indicating ENG* K101 or completion of
ENG* K100 with a "C" grade or better.
This course deals with the development and direction of human resources.
Areas of discussion include affirmative action, recruitment, selection,
placement, grievances, wages, discipline, instruction of employees and their
evaluations, OSHA, ERISA, and time management and other topics (Previously
called Personnel Management).
BMG* K228 (formerly MGT K213)
3 CREDIT HOURS
LABOR RELATIONS
Prerequisite: BMG* K202.
The major content of this course covers labor/management bargaining problems
and techniques, union negotiations, grievance procedures, collective
bargaining practices, federal and state legislation, and wage and job
classifications will comprise the major content of this course.
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BMK* K103 (formerly MRK K112)
3 CREDIT HOURS
PRINCIPLES OF RETAILING
Prerequisite: Placement score indicating ENG* K100 level or
completion of ENG* K094 with a "C#" grade or better.
This course covers a practical introduction to the principles and
practices of retailing in today's competitive environment. Elements of retail
marketing and management are studied including merchandising, store
organization and policies, buying, promotion, image creation, pricing, and
customer service. Additional concepts such as trends in retailing, site
selection, and personnel policies are also discussed. Students utilize case
studies and examples drawn from actual, current retailing activities. They
also create their own retail store business plan.
BMK* K106 (formerly MRK K114)
3 CREDIT HOURS
PRINCIPLES OF SELLING
Prerequisite: Placement score indicating ENG* K101 or completion of
ENG* K100 with a "C" grade or better.
This course is designed to prepare students for professional selling of
products, services, and ideas. It concentrates on the mutual satisfaction of
both buyers and sellers and the role of the salesperson. Topics studied
include the communication process, sales territory management, and the seven
steps in the selling process: prospecting, approach, presentation, demonstration,
handling of objections, closing and follow-up. Practical application of these
concepts in industrial sales, consumer sales, public service selling, and
political campaigns is also examined through case studies, role-playing, and
student participation exercises.
BMK* K123 (formerly MRK K119)
3 CREDIT HOURS
PRINCIPLES OF CUSTOMER SERVICE
Prerequisite: Placement score indicating ENG* K100 level or
completion of ENG* K094 with a "C#" grade or better.
This course is the study of the principles and practices involved in
providing excellent customer service. Students learn effective verbal and
nonverbal communication techniques, professional customer service behaviors,
problem solving and the monitoring and measuring of customer service. Delivery of customer service by telephone, in person, by mail and
via the Internet are studied.
BMK* K201 (formerly MRK K111)
3 CREDIT HOURS
PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING
Prerequisite: Placement score indicating ENG* K101 or completion of
ENG* K100 with a "C" grade or better.
This course introduces the four elements of the marketing mix: product
decisions, pricing decisions, promotional decisions and distribution
decisions. Emphasis is on the importance of marketing research and consumer
behavior in the formulation of marketing strategies. Students study marketing
principles and practices as they are applied to consumer and industrial
products and services as well as in not-for-profit organizations. Additional
topics include marketing in a global economy, ethics, and marketing information
systems. The marketing campaigns of small and large companies are discussed
as practical examples. Students develop their own marketing plans using
strategy and principles learned in the course.
BMK* K235 (formerly MRK K118)
3 CREDIT HOURS
PUBLIC RELATIONS
Prerequisite: ENG* K101.
Co-requisite: BMK* K201.
This course is a study of the principles and practices of modern public
relations as they apply to profit making and not for profit organizations.
Students study a practical approach to the methods of establishing and
maintaining a positive relationship between an organization and its
stakeholders. These stakeholders or "publics" include customers,
employees, competitors, stockholders, government, vendors, and society in
general. Topics include special events planning, media relations planning,
and corporate communications. Ethical and social responsibility and negative
publicity are also discussed. Students apply their learning by providing
public relations skills in a service learning community placement or by
developing a public relations campaign as a capstone project.
BMK* K241 (formerly MRK K113)
3 CREDIT HOURS
PRINCIPLES OF ADVERTISING
Prerequisite: Placement score indicating ENG* K101 or completion of
ENG* K100 with a "C" grade or better.
This course surveys the basic elements, functions, and principles of
advertising. Emphasis is on advertising's role as a marketing tool. Students
study current advertising campaigns and marketing communication methods.
Target marketing, image creation, and ethical aspects of advertising are
discussed. Selection of print media, electronic media, and supportive
promotional techniques are included. Students create their own comprehensive
advertising campaigns using strategies learned in the course.
BMK* K292
3 CREDIT HOURS
PRACTICUM IN MARKETING
Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.
This course is based on on-the-job placement in a business setting. This
is a college-supervised experience based on a learning contract with
evaluations by both the college faculty and the staff of the cooperating
business.
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BOT* K101 (formerly BOT K100)
1 CREDIT HOUR
BASIC KEYBOARDING
This course is not open to Business Office Technology students. This course
is designed for the new computer user or those who want to develop the
correct techniques for efficient keying. Emphasis will be on correct
fingering techniques of alphabetic keys with an introduction to standard
document formats.
BOT* K111 (formerly BOT K111)
3 CREDIT HOURS
KEYBOARDING FOR INFORMATION PROCESSING I
This course introduces students to IBM compatible computer knowledge, correct
keyboarding techniques, instructions on how to format documents, and an
introduction to Microsoft Word. Additional applications which are introduced
include business letters, tabulation and centering, and reports. Although a
requirement for Business Office Technology majors, this course is a necessity
for anyone with a computer in their future or desiring typing fluency. All
students will be tested the first week of classes and may be excused from the
keyboard introduction portion of the course. FULFILLS COMPUTER LITERACY
REQUIREMENT.
BOT* K137 (formerly BOT K131)
3 CREDIT HOURS
WORD PROCESSING APPLICATIONS I
This course will provide students with the opportunity to continue to develop
their keyboarding skills as they learn a popular word processing software
package (Microsoft Word) on an IBM compatible computer. At the completion of
this course, students will be able to input, print, retrieve text; do major editing, revising, and merging; create tables;
work with graphics; use a system dictionary and a laser printer. FULFILLS
COMPUTER LITERACY REQUIREMENT.
BOT* K180
3 CREDIT HOURS
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
Prerequisite: ENG* K101 eligibility
This course is intended for students interested in obtaining a knowledge
and understanding of basic medical terminology as the language of the health
care professional. The student learns basic medical word roots and
combining forms, suffices, prefixes, and abbreviations. Correct
spelling, forming singulars and plurals, understanding definitions, and using
terms correctly are important components of the course. This course is
especially useful for individuals working in the healthcare or pursuing a degree
in an allied health area.
This course is equivalent to MED* K125.
BOT* K219 (formerly BOT K239)
3 CREDIT HOURS
INTEGRATED OFFICE
Prerequisites: BOT* K137
This course provides students with further application and enhancement of
their office skills. Topics include the role of administrative support
services using an integrated software package (word processing, spreadsheet,
database, and graphics) to complete business projects.
BOT*K251
3 CREDIT HOURS
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES 1
Prerequisites: ENG* K101
Co-requisite: BOT* K137
In this course students will learn and/or upgrade their skills and knowledge
in the following areas: communications, computational math using electronic
calculators, business records management/
filing, time management, decision making, mail delivery systems, office
safety and design, human relations, and career exploration and planning.
BOT* K287
3 CREDIT HOURS
FOUNDATIONS/MANAGEMENT MEDICAL INSURANCE
This course is designed to develop those abilities and skills that will
enable students to define and explain the types of health insurance polices, contracts, and guideposts, as well as analyze
insurance forms and application information. Emphasis will be placed on
legal issues and medical record confidentiality. Using the basis of the
International Classification of Disease, Clinical Modification (ICD-9CM) and
Current Procedural Terminology (CPT-4), students will also learn the basic of
coding diagnoses, procedures, and signs and symptoms.
BOT* K295
3 CREDIT HOURS
ADMINISTRATIVE PRACTICUM
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
This course is based on on-the-job placement in a business setting. This
is a college-supervised experience based on a learning contract with
evaluations by both the college faculty and the staff of the cooperating
business.
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CAD* K106 (formerly CAD K1200)
1 CREDIT HOUR
COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING
Co-requisite: CAD* K107.
This course exposes the student to the current means of generating graphic
images with computers. Topics covered include CAD* overview, computer
terminology, hardware descriptions and requirements, file manipulation and management,
2D and 3D geometric construction, symbol library creation, dimensioning,
scaling, sectioning, plotting, detail, and assembly drawings.
CAD* K107 (formerly CAD K1201)
2 CREDIT HOURS
COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING LAB
Co-requisite: CAD* K106.
This laboratory utilizes software in an IBM-PC environment. Topics given in
the lecture will be learned through solving application problems on the
computer.
CAD* K111 (formerly CAD K1300)
1 CREDIT HOUR
CAD LATEST VERSION UPDATE
Prerequisites: CAD* K106/107.
This course is designed to update AutoCAD skills and is for those who are
familiar with the basic AutoCAD program. Topics addressed will be the new
commands within the latest release. A series of drawing assignments designed
to explore the new concepts will be completed. General topics will include
the graphic screen layout including any new features and how they are used.
CAD* K124 (formerly CAD K2216)
1 CREDIT HOUR
COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING - ELECTRICAL
Co-requisite: CAD* K125.
The student will learn the techniques of printed circuit board layout and
design. Topics will include conductor spacing, conductor thickness and width,
device architecture, and electrical noise considerations. A discussion of the
features of popular PC board programs will be included.
CAD* K125 (formerly CAD K2217)
2 CREDIT HOURS
COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING - ELECTRICAL LAB
Co-requisite: CAD* K124.
Students will learn how to use CAD software to develop electronic symbol
libraries and create schematic diagrams. Other computer programs will be used
to generate lists, lay out components, and perform routing.
CAD* K130 (formerly CAD K2210)
1 CREDIT HOUR
COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING - INDUSTRIAL
Prerequisites: CAD* K106/107 and the latest CAD release working
knowledge.
Co-requisite: CAD* K131.
This course allows students to continue to learn and practice industrial
drafting concepts using a CAD system. Typical industrial topics such as
threads, gears, cams, piping systems, structural, welding, jigs, fixtures,
and assembly are given as problems for the student to solve.
CAD* K131 (formerly CAD K2211)
2 CREDIT HOURS
COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING - INDUSTRIAL LAB
Prerequisites: CAD* K106/107 and the latest CAD release working
knowledge.
Co-requisite: CAD* K130.
There is a CAD station for each student to use to solve the application
problems given. Typical problems will be preparing drawings utilizing the
topics in lecture.
CAD* K202 (formerly CAD K2222)
1 CREDIT HOUR
CAD - ADVANCED TOPICS
Prerequisites: CAD* K106/107 and latest CAD release working knowledge.
Co-requisite: CAD* K203.
This course is designed to expose the student to advanced CAD techniques.
Typical topics will include three dimensional drawing, solid modeling,
rendering, and customizing AutoCAD.
CAD* K203 (formerly CAD K2223)
2 CREDIT HOURS
CAD - ADVANCED TOPICS LAB
Prerequisites: CAD* K106/107and latest CAD release working knowledge.
Co-requisite: CAD* K202.
This course covers drawing assignments that will include topics involved with
applications revolving around three dimensional solids modeling.
CAD* K214
1 CREDIT HOUR
CAD - CONSTRUCTION
Prerequisites: CAD* K106/107 and latest CAD release working
knowledge.
Co-requisite: CAD* K215.
Students continue to learn and practice construction drafting concepts using
a CAD system. Students will solve graphic problems typical to construction
topics such as plan and elevation views, structural and concrete detailing,
construction section-details, topography and site planning, and schedules
including structural members, finish, doors and windows. Creating and using
symbol libraries will be introduced.
CAD* K215
2 CREDIT HOUR
CAD - CONSTRUCTION LAB
Prerequisites: CAD* K106/107 and latest CAD release working
knowledge.
Co-requisite: CAD* K214.
Students will be assigned graphic problems typical to construction topics
based on the lecture.
CAD* K250 (formerly CAD K2230)
1 CREDIT HOUR
CAD 3-D PARAMETRIC MODELING
Prerequisites: CAD* K106/107 and latest CAD release working knowledge.
Co-requisite: CAD* K251.
This course will introduce the student to the concepts of a 3-D parametric
modeling program. Lecture topics will include 3-D concepts, designer
fundamentals, constraints, display parameters and the formulation of 3-D
assembly drawings.
CAD* K251 (formerly CAD K2231)
2 CREDIT HOURS
CAD 3-D PARAMETRIC MODELING LAB
Prerequisites: CAD* K106/107 and latest CAD release working knowledge.
Co-requisite: CAD* K250.
Students will learn the techniques of developing a drawing in 3-D from the
beginning facets of geometry development. The drawing assignments will include
practical real world applications. Students will be developing visual skills
necessary to design complex structures. The major emphasis of lab assignments
will be 3-D assemblies.
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CHE* K111 (formerly CHE K103)
4 CREDIT HOURS
CONCEPTS OF CHEMISTRY
Prerequisites: Placement test score indicating ENG* K101 or successful
completion of ENG* K100 with a "C" grade or better and MAT* K137
with a "C" grade or better (or permission of the instructor on math
requirement).
This course offers a brief and comprehensive survey of important chemical
theories and some of the applications of chemistry. Topics covered will
include measurements in chemistry, atomic structures and chemical bonding,
chemical reactions, states of matter, stoichiometry,
theories of solution, and basic organic and biochemical concepts. Course
Design: CHE* K111 is meant for students with little or no background in
chemistry who need the course in preparation for General Chemistry, or for
students who need to meet a pre-admission requirement for nursing or other
allied health programs, or those who need a lab science course.
CHE* K121 (formerly CHE K111)
4 CREDIT HOURS
GENERAL CHEMISTRY I
Prerequisites: Placement test score indicating ENG* K101 or successful completion
of ENG* K100 with a "C" grade or better and successful completion
of MAT* K186 with a "C" grade or better (or instructor's or
departmental chairperson's approval with completion of MAT* K137 with a
"C" grade or better). High school chemistry or CHE* K111 required
with a "C" grade or better.
In this course, students will study the fundamental principles, theories, and
laws of chemistry. Topics include atomic theory and the structure of the
atom, the aggregated states of matter, kinetic molecular theory, chemical
bonding, stoichiometry and periodicity, solutions,
and colloids. Three-hour lecture; one three-hour laboratory period. OFFERED
IN FALL SEMESTER ONLY.
CHE* K122 (formerly CHE K112)
4 CREDIT HOURS
GENERAL CHEMISTRY II
Prerequisites: CHE* K121 with a "C" or better, MAT* K137 or
MAT* K186 with "C" grade or better.
This course includes further study of the principles, theories, and laws of
chemistry. Topics include thermo-chemistry, kinetics, chemical equilibrium,
oxidation reduction and electro-chemistry, introduction to organic and
nuclear chemistry, and the chemistry of the elements and their compounds.
Three-hour lecture; one three-hour laboratory period. Chemistry I and II are
ordinarily both taken for transfer credit. OFFERED IN SPRING SEMESTER ONLY.
CHE* K210 (formerly CHE K205)
4 CREDIT HOURS
INTRODUCTION TO ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
Prerequisites: MAT* K137 or higher & CHE* K111 or CHE* K121 &
CHE* K122, all courses passed with a "C" grade or better.
This course is a one semester introduction to organic chemistry designed for
students that need a general knowledge of organic compounds in science and
technology fields. Both theoretical and practical applications of carbon
compounds will be studied. Topics include nomenclature; functional group of reaction
mechanisms; the major groups of hydrocarbons and their derivatives;
carbohydrates; lipids; proteins; nucleic acids; and modern laboratory
techniques. (This course is not recommended for science and technology
programs requiring two semesters of Organic Chemistry.)
CHE* K217 (formerly CHE K211)
4.5 CREDIT HOURS
FOUNDATIONS OF ORGANIC CHEM I
Prerequisites: CHE* K121 and CHE* K122, courses passed with a
"C" grade or better.
This course is a comprehensive study of organic compounds. Topics covered
will include bonding, formulation and molecular shapes of organic molecules,
reaction mechanisms, and nomenclature. Reactions of alkanes,
cyclolkanes, alkenes, alkynes, and aromatic
hydrocarbons will be presented. The laboratory exercises will be integrated
with the theory through preparations and reactions. Three-hour lecture; one
three-hour lab period each week.
CHE* K218 (formerly CHE K212)
4.5 CREDIT HOURS
FOUNDATIONS OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II
Prerequisite: CHE* K217 with a "C" grade or better.
A continuation of CHE* K217 that covers organic compounds having key
functional groups such as alcohols, organic halides, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic
acids, carboxylic acid derivatives, and amines. The classifications of
compounds, classic named reactions and stereochemistry will be presented.
Laboratory exercises will include preparation and reactions of alcohols, alky
halides, ethers, esters, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, and amines. Three-hour
lecture; one three-hour lab each week.
CHE* K232 (formerly CHE K105)
4 CREDIT HOURS
INTRO TO ENVIRONMENTAL CHEM
Prerequisite: CHE* K111 or higher, with a "C" grade or better.
This course will present the natural cycles of the land, water, and air. It
will identify and explain problems stemming from human or industrial impact.
Common practices and proposed plans for dealing with environmental problems
will be discussed. Laboratory will stress chemical investigation of water,
soil, and air samples. Proper techniques for water and soil
sampling in field work is included. Three-hour lecture; one three-hour
lab each week.
CHE* K240 (formerly CHE K210)
4 CREDIT HOURS
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
Prerequisites: CHE* K121 and CHE* K122 and MAT* K186 or higher, all
courses passed with a "C" grade or better.
This course features the fundamental techniques and theoretical study in
quantitative analysis of elements and compounds. Topics covered will include
gravimetric, volumetric, oxidation-reduction and potentiometric
methods of analysis. Specific laboratory experiments will be performed in the
area of quantitative analysis. Three-hour lecture; one three-hour lab period
each week.
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CIV* K101 (formerly CIV K11 |