2012-2013 Catalog 
    
    May 17, 2024  
2012-2013 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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English

  
  • ENG 220 - Non-Western Literature in Translation

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    IAI Code: H3 908N
    This course is a study of selected literary works by Asian, African, Middle Eastern, and Latin American writers. Students read a variety of major works to understand not only the forms but also the cultural contexts and the impact of these diverse ideas on the authors’ own and other cultures. The course satisfies humanities or literature requirements for all transfer students and diversity requirements for education majors and others.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG 101  or consent of department.

  
  • ENG 230 - Advanced Technical Writing and Communication

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course is designed as an advanced course in workplace writing for applied science students to meet their communications requirements. It includes longer workplace documents requiring skills in research, collaborative writing, graphics components, and computer usage. It is of special interest to technical, engineering, law enforcement, nursing, and business students.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG 130 .

  
  • ENG 231 - Fiction Writing

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Explores the art and craft of fiction writing.  Students will experiment with a variety of forms, structures, tones, characterizations, settings, points of view, themes, figurative devices and styles in prose.  A writing workshop will be employed with a focus on peer critique, revision, and preparation for publication.Prerequisite: “C” or better in ENG 120 .

  
  • ENG 250 - Introduction to Shakespeare

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    IAI Code: H3 905
    This course will introduce students to selected works by William Shakespeare primarily, but not exclusively, his plays. Through a close study of a selection of Shakespeare’s sonnets and representative examples of Shakespeare’s histories, comedies, problem plays, tragedies and romances, students will be exposed to characteristic works of the English Renaissance and acknowledged masterpieces of English literature. Students will develop reading, thinking and writing skills through close analyses of these works. Satisfies humanities or literature requirement for transfer.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG 101  or consent of department.

  
  • ENG 260 - Minority American Literature

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    IAI Code: H3 910D
    A study of the literary and cultural traditions of Native Americans, African-Americans, Asian-Americans, and Hispanic-Americans as expressed in the literature of these groups. This course satisfies humanities or literature requirements for transfer.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG 101  or consent of department.

  
  • ENG 270 - Introduction to Women Writers

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    IAI Code: H3 911D
    A study of fiction and non-fiction prose and poetry written in English by women from the 17th century to the present. Will discuss common themes explored by women writers from various time periods and diverse backgrounds.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG 101  or consent of department.

  
  • ENG 299 - Special Topics in Literature and Film

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Pending ICCB Approval
    This course is designed to allow advanced students to pursue an in-depth investigation of a particular literary or film studies topic. A full-time faculty member will determine the topic. This course will emphasize academic rigor and explore areas of study not currently covered in existing curriculum.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in one of the following for literature topics: ENG 103  , ENG 104  , ENG 105  , ENG 106  , ENG 107  , ENG 108 , ENG 201  , ENG 202 , ENG 203 , ENG 208 , ENG 209 , ENG 220 , ENG 250 , ENG 260 , or ENG 270 ; or minimum grade  “C” in ENG 190  for film topics.


Finance

  
  • FIN 201 - Principles of Corporation Finance

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Principles of business finance as applied to management decisions influenced by capital structure and type of ownership; problems related to sources of financing, the tools of financial analysis and financial management; and integration of economic theory and accounting.

  
  • FIN 210 - Securities and Investments

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    An introductory study of the basic principles and fundamentals of public and corporate securities and their markets. Alternative investment practices, objectives and tax implications will be considered. Particular attention is directed at establishing and managing a personal portfolio.

  
  • FIN 211 - Financial Institutions & Markets

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Operation and structure of financial institutions and markets from the vantage point of financial theory with integration of macroeconomics and finance.


Fire Science Technology

  
  • FSCI 101 - Principles of Emergency Services

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course provides an overview to fire protection and emergency services; career opportunities in fire protection and related fields; culture and history of emergency services; fire loss analysis; organization and function of public and private fire protection services; fire departments as part of local government; laws and regulations affecting the fire service; fire service nomenclature; specific fire protection functions; basic fire chemistry and physics; introduction to fire protection systems; introduction to fire strategy and tactics and life safety initiatives.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101; or minimum grade “C” in one of the following: ENG 021 and ENG 099; or the EAP course sequence ENG 078, ENG 079, ENG 088 and ENG 089; or ENG 096; and placement into MATH 098 or higher, or minimum grade “C” in MATH 094.

  
  • FSCI 102 - Introduction to Fire Prevention

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course provides fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention. Topics include: history and philosophy of fire prevention; organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau; use and application of codes and standards; plans review; fire inspections; fire and life safety education; and fire investigation.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101; or minimum grade “C” in one of the following:  ENG 021 and ENG 099; or the EAP course sequence ENG 078, ENG 079, ENG 088 and ENG 089; or ENG 096; and placement into MATH 098 or higher, or minimum grade “C” in MATH 094.

  
  • FSCI 103 - Building Construction I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course provides the components of building construction related to firefighter and life safety. The elements of construction and design of structures are shown to be key factors when inspecting buildings, preplanning fire operations, and operating at emergencies.Prerequisite: “C” or better in FSCI 101  and FSCI 102 .

  
  • FSCI 104 - Firefighting Tactics and Strategy I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    The course will cover fire control, pre-fire planning, apparatus, initial attack, operations, forcible entry, problems in rural departments, and special extinguishing agents.Prerequisite: “C” or better in  FSCI 103 

  
  • FSCI 105 - Fire Protection Systems

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A study of the required standards for water supplies, protection systems, automatic sprinklers, and extinguishing systems including analysis of various automatic signaling and detection systems.Prerequisite: “C” or better in FSCI 101  and FSCI 102 .

  
  • FSCI 106 - Fire Apparatus and Equipment

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A study of the design and operating characteristics of various motorized fire apparatuses, custom and commercial. This will include engines, pumps, aerial ladders, elevating platforms, rescue and squad trucks, water tankers, and maintenance of fire apparatuses and equipment.Prerequisite: “C” or better in FSCI 101  and FSCI 102 .

  
  • FSCI 107 - Fire Law

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course introduces the federal, state, and local laws that regulate emergency services, national standards influencing emergency services, standard of care, tort, liability, and a review of relevant court cases.Prerequisite: FSCI 104 , FSCI 105 , and FSCI 106 .

  
  • FSCI 108 - Hazardous Materials-First Responder/Operations

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course is for firefighters, police, emergency medical personnel, and others in private industries likely to become involved in an emergency response situation. Upon successful completion, students will be able to explain what hazardous materials are; the potential outcomes of incidents involving them; how to initiate scene management (i.e., implement Incident Command System, isolate the hazard area and deny entry, and evacuate); and know when to request additional resources and make appropriate notifications. No proficiency or independent study credit allowed.Prerequisite: FSCI 104 , FSCI 105 , and FSCI 106 .

  
  • FSCI 110 - Fire Instructor I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Designed to teach the fire officer how to be more proficient in his/her work; how to use the resources that are available to him/her; and how to develop outlines, prepare for classes, and evaluate and prepare tests. The student will participate in practice teaching where he/she can be evaluated. This course meets the guidelines of the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal to qualify personnel of the fire service to conduct training and educational courses for fire service personnel. No proficiency or independent study credit allowed.Prerequisite: FSCI 104 , FSCI 105 , and FSCI 106 .

  
  • FSCI 111 - Vehicle Machinery Operations

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-1-3
    In a series of courses designed to teach the skills of rescue, this course is the introductory step in the acquisition of all knowledge and skills required in the various specialties of extrication. Topics covered are protective clothing, incident command, size-up, care and use of tools, and the extrication and termination process.

    Note: Student must provide protective clothing in accordance with the NFPA 1500-1992 Standard to participate in the practical-skills portion of this course.
  
  • FSCI 112 - Fire Behavior and Combustion

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course explores the theories and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread, and are controlled.Prerequisite: FSCI 101 , FSCI 102 , and FSCI 103 .

  
  • FSCI 113 - Occupational Safety and Health for Fire Service

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course introduces the basic concepts of occupational health and safety as it relates to emergency service organizations. Topics include risk evaluation and control procedures for fire stations, training sites, emergency vehicles, and emergency situations involving fire, EMS, hazardous materials, and technical rescue. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to establish and manage a safety program in an emergency service organization.Prerequisite: FSCI 101 , FSCI 102 , and FSCI 103 .

  
  • FSCI 203 - Fire Hydraulics

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course provides a foundation of theoretical knowledge in order to understand the principles of the use of water in fire protection and to apply hydraulic principles to analyze and to solve water supply problems. No proficiency or independent study credit allowed.Prerequisite: FSCI 101 , FSCI 102 , FSCI 103 , and FSCI 106 .

  
  • FSCI 204 - Fire Fighting Tactics and Strategy II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A continuation of FSCI 104  with emphasis on nonresidential fires. Covered are the distribution and use of personnel and equipment in commercial, industrial and other nonresidential fire situations. An integral part of this course is the strategy and methods of attack necessary to control fire hazards in a number of nonresidential fire situations.Prerequisite: FSCI 104 .

  
  • FSCI 206 - Fire Investigation

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Techniques and procedures for the investigation of fires, determining the origin and cause of fires, fire behavior, chemistry of fire, structural fire patterns, detection of arson, role of the investigator, and role of the crime laboratory. No proficiency or independent study.Prerequisite: FSCI 104 , FSCI 105 , and FSCI 106 

  
  • FSCI 207 - Industrial and Electrical Hazards

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Identification and analysis of various types of special fire hazards and an introduction to their control. Included is the study of fire prevention methods dealing with flammable liquids and gases, combustible solids, dusts, chemicals and explosives, radioactive materials, heating and refrigeration equipment, and static electricity for power and lighting. No proficiency or independent study credit allowed.

  
  • FSCI 208 - Fire Administration Management I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course introduces the student to the organization and management of a fire department and the relationship of government agencies to the fire service. Emphasis on fire service leadership from the perspective of the company officer.Prerequisite: FSCI 104 , FSCI 105 , and FSCI 106 .

  
  • FSCI 210 - Fire Instructor II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Builds and expands on the skills learned in the basic level instructor’s course. The standard and advanced course will work with the training officer regarding his/her duties and program, the facilities necessary, administration, and leadership. Meets the approval of the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal. No proficiency or independent study credit allowed.Prerequisite: FSCI 110 .

  
  • FSCI 212 - Fire Administration Management II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course was developed in conjunction with local fire departments to train fire officers at all levels and prepare them to perform the supervisory duties that they will be required to perform on a daily basis in their respective positions. The main course topics are the key aspects of leadership, how to be an effective supervisor, personnel evaluation, and environmental factors and how they affect the fire fighter. No proficiency or independent study credit allowed.Prerequisite: FSCI 208 .

  
  • FSCI 213 - Building Construction II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    An advanced analysis of various methods of building construction, various types of construction materials and advanced principles of construction design. Additionally, new designs, materials and methods of construction and their impact on the fire service are discussed.Prerequisite: FSCI 101  and FSCI 103 .

  
  • FSCI 220 - Fire Arson Investigation I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    This course is the first in a series of three and is designed for fire investigators to gain advanced knowledge in fire scene examination, investigation of an incident, fire protection technology, and sketching a fire scene.Prerequisite: FSCI 101  and FSCI 206 .

  
  • FSCI 221 - Fire Arson Investigation II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    This course is the second in a series of three and is a continuation of FSCI 220. It is designed for fire investigators to gain additional advanced knowledge in fire scene examination, investigation of an incident, fire protection technology, and sketching a fire scene.Prerequisite: FSCI 220 , FSCI 110  and FSCI 206 .

  
  • FSCI 222 - Fire Arson Investigation III

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    This is the third course in a series of three and a continuation of FSCI 220  and FSCI 221 . By the end of this series, fire investigators will have had the opportunity to gain advanced knowledge in fire scene examination, investigation of an incident, fire protection technology, and sketching a fire scene.Prerequisite: FSCI 220 , FSCI 221 , FSCI 101  and FSCI 206 .

  
  • FSCI 223 - Fire Administration Management III

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A continuation of FSCI 212 (Fire Administration Management II) analyzing and organizing personnel assignments, developing personnel policies, preparing capital budgets and fiscal financing, developing public relations programs, and developing management systems for the fire service.Prerequisite: FSCI 212  and must be a current rostered fire fighter.

  
  • FSCI 224 - Fire Administration Management IV

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A continuation of FSCI 223 (Fire Administration Management III) with advanced personnel management, organizing health and safety programs, and labor relations.Prerequisite: FSCI 223  and must be a current rostered fire fighter.

  
  • FSCI 230 - Fire Internship Part I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-4-4
    This course teaches the history, organization, and work of the fire service. Also teaches the fundamentals of fire behavior, hose, ladders, safety, extinguishers, and self-contained breathing apparatus. Students will attend and participate in classroom lecture and practical exercises.Prerequisite: EMS 201  /EMS 209 , and minimum GPA of 2.0, and approval of Fire Science coordinator and must be a second-year student.

  
  • FSCI 231 - Fire Internship Part II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-4-4
    This course teaches the history, organization, and work of the fire service. Also teaches the fundamentals of fire behavior, hose, ladders, safety, extinguishers, and self-contained breathing apparatus. Students will attend and participate in classroom lecture and practical exercisesPrerequisite: EMS 201  /EMS 209 , and minimum GPA of 2.0, and approval of Fire Science coordinator and must be a second-year student.

  
  • FSCI 232 - Fire Internship Part III

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-4-3
    This course teaches the history, organization, and work of the fire service. Also teaches the fundamentals of fire behavior, hose, ladders, safety, extinguishers, and self-contained breathing apparatus. Students will attend and participate in classroom lecture and practical exercises.Prerequisite: EMS 201  /EMS 209 , and minimum GPA of 2.0, and approval of Fire Science coordinator and must be a second-year student.

  
  • FSCI 235 - Fire Apparatus Engineer

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    The Fire Apparatus Engineer course is designed to give the skills necessary to operate fire pumps and driving fire apparatus. The course explains mechanical priciples of pumps, pump controls, water systems, fire stream development, apparatus maintenance, intake and discharge hydraulics, apparatus spotting, and pump troubleshooting.Prerequisite: Must be a current rostered fire fighter and a Certified Fire Fighter II.

  
  • FSCI 236 - Firefighter Life Safety

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course teaches the basic principles and history related to the national firefighter life safety initiatives, focusing on the need for cultural and behavior change throughout the emergency services.Prerequisite: “C” or better in FSCI 101 FSCI 102 FSCI 103 FSCI 105 FSCI 106 , and FSCI 112 .


Food Service

  
  • FS 010 - Basic Sanitation for FSVS

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-2-2
    Students will develop a practical understanding of the basic sanitation procedures needed to secure and maintain employment in the food service industry.Corequisite: FS 011 , FS 012 , FS 013 , and FS 014 .

  
  • FS 011 - Basic Storeroom and Customer Service for FSVS

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-2-2
    Develop a practical experience in handling of tools, material and equipment. Experience in the proper basic procedures needed to maintain inventory storage facilities in a professional hospitality location.Prerequisite: FS 010  may be taken prior to or concurrently.

  
  • FS 012 - Cooking Prepared Foods for FSVS

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-2-2
    Develop practical experience in handling of tools, material and equipment. Experience in the preparation of prepared hot foods for use in the hospitality industry as well as practical experience in sanitation procedures and basic customer service procedures.Prerequisite: FS 010  may be taken prior to or concurrently.

  
  • FS 013 - Basic Grill and Fast Food Preparation for FSVS

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-2-2
    Develop practical experience in handling of tools, material and equipment needed to work in the griddle station of a food service establishment. In addition, practical experience in sanitation procedures and basic customer service will be emphasized.Prerequisite: FS 010  may be taken prior to or concurrently.

  
  • FS 014 - Basic Cold Food Preparation for FSVS

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-2-2
    Develop practical experience in handling of tools, material and equipment. Experience in the preparation of salads and sandwiches as well as practical experience in sanitation procedures and basic customer service procedures.Prerequisite: FS 010  may be taken prior to or concurrently.

  
  • FS 015 - Basic Banquet/Food Service Set Up for FSVS

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-2-2
    Develop practical experience in setting up and handling of tools, material and equipment needed for banquet and food service operations. Students will develop basic skills required by industry for the above stated as well as dealing with customers. (May be repeated three times for credit.)Prerequisite: FS 010 .Corequisite: FS 010 .

  
  • FS 020 - Basic Custodial and Housekeeping Services for FSVS

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-2-2
    Students will develop a practical understanding of the basic custodial and housekeeping skills and maintain employment in the commercial and private sanitation engineering industry. (May be repeated three times for credit.)


French

  
  • FRCH 101 - Elementary French I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    This course is an introduction to basic elements of the French language and cultural background of the French-speaking world, offered for those who have had no French or have had one year of high school French.  The emphasis is on the development of the four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) in practical and realistic situations meaningful to beginning students.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101 , or minimum grade “C” in one of the following:  ENG 021  and ENG 099 , or the EAP course sequence ENG 078 , ENG 079 , ENG 088  and ENG 089 ; or ENG 096 .

  
  • FRCH 102 - Elementary French II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    This course is a continuation of FRCH 101 , focusing on the basic elements of the french language and cultural background of the French-speaking world.  The emphasis is on increasing students’ ability to communicate through the four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing).Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in FRCH 101  or proficiency exam.

  
  • FRCH 103 - Intermediate French I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    This course is a thorough review of the structure of the French language.  Students become increasingly proficient at expressing their thoughts, feelings and opinions on a variety of matters.  The students’ knowledge of Francophone cultures and traditions is enhanced through discussion and analysis of important cultural themes.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in FRCH 102  or proficiency exam.

  
  • FRCH 104 - Intermediate French II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    IAI Code: H1 900
    This course is a thorough review of the structure of the French language.  Students become increasingly proficient at expressing their thoughts, feelings and opinions on a variety of matters.  The students’ knowledge of Francophone cultures and traditions is enhanced through discussion and analysis of important cultural themes.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in FRCH 103  or proficiency exam.

  
  • FRCH 105 - Advanced French I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Intensive practice in oral and written French develops mastery of all grammatical structures. Reading selections from French newspapers, periodicals, and taped materials as well as written assignments emphasize historical and contemporary aspects of French cultures.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in FRCH 104  or proficiency exam.

  
  • FRCH 106 - Advanced French II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course is a continuation of FRCH 105  .Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in FRCH 105  or proficiency exam.


Game Design

  
  • GAME 200 - Game Design

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    The course will provide introduction to game design, theory, and game programming. Topics include analyzing game genres, gameplay, artificial intelligence, storytelling, level design, and play testing. Students will design and write a simple game and design document, much like what is used in the profession.

  
  • GAME 202 - 3D Modeling

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    This course introduces students to the basics of 3D graphics. Students will learn the visual effects of rendering, texturing, lighting, 3D polygonal modeling, NURBS modeling and animation. Students will create a comprehensive class project incorporating the techniques taught throughout the semester.Prerequisite: GAME 200  or OFS 120  or consent of department.

  
  • GAME 203 - Game Production

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course introduces students to the production methods and the role of a game producer. Students will learn the techniques of team management, asset management, and quality assurance.

  
  • GAME 204 - Basic Animation

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    This course introduces students the 3D animation. Students will learn the techniques of making motion animation. Students will create animation using bipeds, quadrapeds, rigged characters, facial expressions and other forms of object movement.  Current industry-standard application software will be used such as Autodesk Maya.Prerequisite: GAME 202  or consent of department.

  
  • GAME 207 - Digital Sound for Computer Games

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    This course introduces the student to the basics of digital sounds. Course topics include the study of digital sound compression, game audio design patterns, music sequences for games, and sound APIs.Prerequisite: GAME 211  and CIS 130  or CIS 236  or consent of department.

  
  • GAME 208 - Educational and Children’s Games

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    This course will explore games that are appropriate for children while in the educational setting. An analysis of math, word and logic type of games will be evaluated, based on skill and age level. Students create and develop a game that is appropriate for an identified skill and age.Prerequisite: GAME 211  and CIS 130  or CIS 236  or consent of department.

  
  • GAME 211 - Game Development I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    This course introduces students the development of computer and video games. Students will learn how to design and implement 2D games using game engines.Prerequisite: GAME 200  and CIS 130  or consent of department.

  
  • GAME 212 - Game Development II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    This course deals with advanced skills and techniques for the development of computer and video games. Students will learn how to design and implement 3D games using game engines.Prerequisite: GAME 202  and GAME 211  or consent of department.

  
  • GAME 213 - Role Playing Game Programming

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    This course will teach students to use a low-level graphic library such as DirectX to create games. Students will learn how to design and implement role-playing games.Prerequisite: GAME 202 , GAME 211  and CIS 246  or consent of department.

  
  • GAME 214 - Cross-Platform Game Development Environments

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    This course will teach students to program games in different platforms (PS2, XBox, PC, and GameCube, etc). Students will learn how to design and implement cross-platform games.Prerequisite: GAME 211  and CIS 246  or CIS 261  or consent of department.

  
  • GAME 232 - Advanced 3D Modeling

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    This course provides the student with an advanced understanding of 3D graphic creation and modeling. Students will learn advanced techniques of rendering, texturing, and lighting on both characters and structures. Students will create a comprehensive class project incorporating the techniques taught throughout the semester.  Current industry standard application software will be used, such as Autodesk Maya.Prerequisite: GAME 202  or consent of department.

  
  • GAME 250 - iPhone Programming for Games

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    Students looking to focus on the developing applications for the iPhones and iPod touch will learn advanced coding techniques.  OpenGL ES (3D and 2D), OpenAL, QuartzCore, and peer-to-peer bluetooth and wi-fi networking will be covered. Prerequisite: CIS 130  or equivalent, or consent of department.

  
  • GAME 299 - Special Topics in GAME

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4 (variable credit)
    A course for the student with advanced preparation to become involved in an extensive project. The nature of the project is determined by a full-time faculty member. The project may include game research, game programming, game development or some combination that will contribute meaningfully to the education of the student. Different topics will be taught as per the demand. (May be repeated three times for credit.)Prerequisite: Consent of department.


General Student Development

  
  • GSD 085 - College Preparation and Study Skills

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-0-2
    College Preparation and Study Skills is designed to introduce the student to the community college. Emphasis is placed on the skills necessary to succeed in college. Topics such as transition to college, self-discovery, and college survival techniques will be presented. This course is designed for the student who scores below college level in reading and writing.

  
  • GSD 100 - College Success

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-0-2
    Orientation to the College Experience is designed to introduce the student to the community college. Emphasis is placed on acquiring the skills necessary to succeed in college. Topics such as understanding JJC policies and procedures, how to choose the right college courses, managing stress, and student diversity are covered along with college survival skills that focus on improving time management, study skills, note taking, test taking, memory, and communication.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 021  and ENG 099 , or minimum grade “C” in ENG 020  and ENG 098 .

  
  • GSD 103 - Portfolio Development

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    The Portfolio Development course gives the student an opportunity to have prior-learning experiences from work, volunteer services, conferences, workshop attendance, in-service training, vocational interests, travels or from independent reading, evaluated for college credit through the development of a “portfolio” of prior learning from experience. In the portfolio development class, the student identifies his/her prior learning experiences, clarifies career and academic goals, and prepares a portfolio consisting of a written description of learning with supporting documentation.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101 ; or minimum grade “C” in one of the following: ENG 021  and ENG 099 ; or the EAP course sequence ENG 078 , ENG 079 , ENG 088  and ENG 089 ; or ENG 096 .  

  
  • GSD 110 - Career/Lifestyle Planning

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A systematic approach to the process of career and lifestyle planning. The course provides students with an opportunity to explore their values, interests, skills, and experiences as they relate to occupational and lifestyle choices. Students will research potential careers through traditional and online methods. Labor market information, decision-making strategies and goal-setting are used to develop an individual career action plan.


Geography

  
  • GEOG 102 - World Regional Geography

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    IAI Code: S4 900N
    An introductory study of the geography of societies and nations. The regional distribution of human, cultural and natural phenomena, emphasizing the spatial interaction between the physical world and man’s occupancy. Recommended as an elective for education majors, particularly elementary and junior high. Generally transfers as a social science course.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101 ; or minimum grade “C” in one of the following:  ENG 021  and ENG 099 ; or the EAP course sequence ENG 078  , ENG 079  , ENG 088  and ENG 089 ; or in ENG 096 .

  
  • GEOG 104 - Introductory Economic Geography

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    IAI Code: S4 903N
    This course involves the analysis of the distribution and characteristics of leading global economic activities. The focus is on the changing structure of our national economy and on how those changes affect the prospects of American communities and American workers. Recommended as an elective for business and agriculture majors. Transfers as a social science course.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101 ; or minimum grade “C” in one of the following: ENG 021  and ENG 099 ; or the EAP course sequence ENG 078 , ENG 079 , ENG 088  and ENG 089 ; or ENG 096 .

  
  • GEOG 106 - Cultural Geography

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    IAI Code: S4 900N
    Studies the spatial relationships between people, culture and the environment. The course emphasizes global comparisons of various aspects of cultural diversity. Generally transfers as a social science course.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101 ; or minimum grade “C” in one of the following: ENG 021  and ENG 099 , or the EAP course sequence ENG 078 , ENG 079 , ENG 088  and ENG 089 ; or ENG 096 .

  
  • GEOG 108 - North American Fieldtrips

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    The study, primarily through field expeditions, of selected North American regions. Topics include: landscape analysis (including landforms, climate, and vegetation regimes), natural resources, and the identification of regional identity and problems.

  
  • GEOG 111 - Physical Geography (Weather and Climate)

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-2-4
    IAI Code: P1 909L
    This course studies the weather and climatic patterns of the earth and the soils and vegetation that develop as a result. Human impacts on and responses to these processes and patterns also are considered. This course satisfies the laboratory science requirement and will generally transfer as such.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101 , or minimum grade “C” in ENG 021  and ENG 099 , or in ENG 096 ; and placement into MATH 094  or minimum grade “C” in MATH 090 .

  
  • GEOG 112 - Physical Geography (Landforms)

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-2-4
    IAI Code: P1 909L
    An introduction to fundamental concepts and practices in physical geography and earth science, emphasizing the distribution of landforms and their formation by the interaction of various components of Earth’s physical environment. The course focuses on the precise description, measurement, analysis, and interpretation of Earth’s surface features. Students will develop map reading, measurement and computational skills through frequent lab exercises. This course will satisfy the laboratory science requirement and will generally transfer as such.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101 , or minimum grade “C” in ENG 021  and ENG 099 , or in ENG 096 ; and placement into MATH 094  or minimum grade “C” in MATH 090 .


Geology

  
  • GEOL 101 - Principles of Physical Geology

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-2-4
    IAI Code: P1 907L
    An introduction to the study of Earth’s origin, composition, and structures. Special emphasis is placed on internal and external processes affecting landscape development. Lab topics include mineral and rock identification, topographic map interpretation, earthquakes, volcanoes, glaciers, streams, coastal processes, deserts, and geological time.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101 , or minimum grade “C” in ENG 021  and ENG 099 , or in ENG 096 ; and placement into MATH 094  or minimum grade “C” in MATH 090 .

     

  
  • GEOL 102 - Historical Geology

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-4-4
    Emphasis on the origin and structure of Earth and its history as revealed by rock strata. Evolution of plant and animal life is followed through the study of fossils.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101 , or minimum grade “C” in ENG 021  and ENG 099 , or in ENG 096 ; and placement into MATH 094  or minimum grade “C” in MATH 090 .


German Language (Self-Instructional Language Program-SILP)

  
  • GER 110 - Conversational German I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course focuses upon an independent approach, while relying upon tutorial guidance from a native speaker, to develop listening, speaking, and reading skills as initial steps to achieving competence as a speaker of German. Emphasis is given to intensive drill, practice and review through listening of audio CDs and conversation among students and with the drill tutor. Cannot be taken as independent study.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101 , or minimum grade “C” in ENG 021  and ENG 099 , or in ENG 096 .

  
  • GER 111 - Conversational German II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course will continue GER 110 , specifically through further development of students’ listening, speaking, and reading skills learned during the first semester. Through tutorial guidance from native speakers, students will increase their competencies as speakers of German (both formal and idiomatic). Emphasis continues on drill practice (both individually and in groups), and review through listening of audio CDs and by actual conversations among students and with the drill tutor. Cannot be taken as independent study.Prerequisite: GER 110  or “B” on proficiency test for GER 110 .


Health

  
  • HEAL 109 - Principles of Normal Nutrition

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-0-2
    A course in normal nutrition which includes the composition and nutritive value of the various foodstuffs from a physiological viewpoint. This course is designed to give an understanding of the nutritional needs of the normal human body necessary for the later understanding of any deviations from normal.Prerequisite: BIO 250  recommended.


Health Information Management

  
  • HIM 101 - Health Information Management I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A study of the basic concepts of health record science needed to function effectively as a health information department clerk in a hospital, nursing home, clinic, or physician’s office. Teaches the various forms that comprise a health record, assembly of records, health analysis, health record anatomy, health record terminology, and explores other job classifications available in health information departments.

  
  • HIM 102 - Health Information Management II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A continuation of basic concepts in health record science. Teaches all the concepts and practical tools necessary for a manager to create a successful, customer-focused workforce in healthcare including accreditation and regulatory standards.Prerequisite: HIM 101 , CIS 122  and OFS 114 .

  
  • HIM 110 - Basic ICD Coding

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    An introduction for beginning coders to develop and understanding of International Classification of Diseases (ICD) coding characteristics, terminology, and conventions.  Focus is to orient the student to the coding requirements of the prospective payment system in order to correctly code disorders to obtain reimbursement from insurance companies.Prerequisite: BIO 100 , BIO 125  and HIM 115  which may be taken concurrently. Students must know Human Biology and Disease prior to ICD coding.

  
  • HIM 111 - Basic CPT Coding

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This is an introductory course intended for health care professionals needing skills in applying the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes to physician and non-physician services. Students will develop an understanding of CPT characteristics, terminology and conventions. Focus is to orient the student to the coding requirements in order to obtain reimbursement from insurance companies.Prerequisite: BIO 100 , BIO 125  and HIM 115  which may be taken concurrently. Students must know Human Biology and Disease process prior to CPT Coding.

  
  • HIM 115 - Principles of Disease

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course is a basic introduction to the disease process. There is a focus on the general principles of disease and signs and symptoms of specific disease processes. Major concepts include diagnostic tests, treatment modalities, and medication protocols related to specific disease processes. This course provides a foundation for analysis of medical document sources.Prerequisite: BIO 100  and BIO 125 .Concurrent: Enrollment in HIM 110  and HIM 111  is optional.

  
  • HIM 120 - Statistical Tools for the Health Information Technicians

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Health information management technicians need to understand the meaning of statistical data and how it was derived. In this course students will learn terms related to statistics and how to compute specified rates using appropriate formulae through a hands-on approach. This course is a study of percentages, ratios, and basic statistics needed in the health care field. Students will learn that health information management (HIM) professionals are often in the forefront of collecting and presenting much of the data needed in a health care facility. Students will learn the appropriate data elements and their appropriate use. They will understand that results are only as reliable as the data input, which must be accurate, appropriately analyzed, and understood.Prerequisite: HIM 101 . Knowledge of basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division facts are assumed.

  
  • HIM 125 - Current Health Care Comparative Applications

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A study of recordkeeping practices in the hospital and physician’s office. Emphasis is placed on hospital and medical staff organization, patient record content, procedures in filing, numbering, and retention of patient records, quantitative analysis, release of patient information, forms control and design, indexes and registers, reimbursement, regulatory and accrediting agencies, and alternative health care delivery systems.Prerequisite: HIM 101 .

  
  • HIM 210 - Clinical Classification Systems

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course is a continuation of HIM 110 and HIM 111, ICD-9-CM and CPT coding classification systems. APC assignment, DRG assignment, case-mix analysis, and other classification systems will be explored. Development of essential skills needed for correct assignment of codes will be emphasized.Prerequisite: HIM 110 , HIM 111  and HIM 215  which may be taken concurrently.

  
  • HIM 215 - Health Care Reimbursement

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course studies the historical development of health care reimbursement in the U.S. The Prospective Payment System, and other third-party-payer requirements will be studied. Claims processing for the physician’s office and health care facilities will be explored.Prerequisite: HIM 110  and HIM 111 

  
  • HIM 220 - Quality Management in Health Care

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course teaches Basic QM and PI techniques used in health care facilities. Focus is on clinical assessment, infection control, utilization management, risk management, and performance improvement tools.Prerequisite: HIM 101 , HIM 102 , CIS 122  and OFS 114 .

  
  • HIM 222 - Computers in Health Care

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    Information Technology for the Health Professions provides a general introduction to computer literacy and information technology for health care students. The course provides a comprehensive survey of the interconnections of information technology (IT) and health care. The class teaches computer literacy and introduces students to the uses of information technology in health care delivery. It includes discussions of hardware and software, communications and networking, ethical issues, and privacy concerns. In addition, it discusses how IT is transforming every aspect of health care-from administrative applications (such as the electronic medical record), to clinical systems involved in direct patient care, to special-purpose applications (such as simulation software used in the education of health care professionals).The class examines the impact of IT on health care, specifically in the fields of radiology, telemedicine, surgery, medical devices, pharmacy, dentistry, and informational resources.Prerequisite: HIM 102 , HIM 125 , HIM 210 , HIM 220 , CIS 122  and OFS 114 .

  
  • HIM 230 - Professional Practice I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-4-3
    In this course, students will utilize the JJC lab and/or various clinical sites for supervised professional practice. This experience will provide hands-on application of health information technology processes. Emphasis will be on MPI and other health care data management, chart deficiency, chart tracking applications, release of information and medical transcription.Prerequisite: Consent of department.

  
  • HIM 235 - Professional Practice II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-4-3
    In this course, students will utilize the JJC lab and/or various clinical sites for supervised professional practice in HIM. This experience will provide hands-on application of health information technology processes. ICD-9-CM and CPT coding, and abstracting applications will be emphasized.Prerequisite: Consent of department.

  
  • HIM 299 - Special Topics in Health Information

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course is designed to prepare students in specialty areas within health information technology. Topics may include database management, cancer registry and trauma registry. Projects may include research, learning new software, or a combination that will contribute meaningfully to the education of the student. (May be repeated three times for credit.)Prerequisite: HIM 101  or consent of department.


Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning

  
  • HVAC 120 - Electrical Controls for HVAC/R

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    This course is designed to train the students in developing the required skills necessary to safely use electronic test equipment on low- and high-voltage components. This course also will address the needs of the HVAC students (future technicians) who will be installing, servicing, troubleshooting, and making repairs on various types of electrical controls, circuits and components.

  
  • HVAC 121 - Introduction to Air Conditioning Principles

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    This course is designed to assist the students in developing the required skills necessary to change and recover refrigerant while working with AC equipment and training simulators in the lab. The course is also designed to prepare students to take the Environmental Protection Agency Exam (EPA).Prerequisite: HVAC 120  which may be taken concurrently.

  
  • HVAC 122 - Advanced Laboratory Applied to Air Conditioning Systems

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    This course offers students the opportunity to work on commercial A/C type equipment. This includes hands-on experience working on rooftop package unit applications. Students will perform the following troubleshooting procedures: analyze pumping characteristics; evaluate electronic control systems; check operation of economizer component fresh air makeup and mixed air discharge temperatures. Students will have hands-on experience installing commercial zone control systems (Honeywell components). This will include: automatic relief damper calibration and install zone dampers.Prerequisite: HVAC 121 .

  
  • HVAC 124 - Introduction to Heating Fundamentals

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    This course is designed to train students in developing the required skills necessary to safely work with natural gas furnaces, electric furnaces, and an oil furnace simulator. The students will use electronic test equipment to check operating conditions and calibrate natural gas pressures on operating furnace trainers.Prerequisite: HVAC 120  which may be taken concurrently.

  
  • HVAC 125 - Heat Loss and Heat Gain Calculations

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    This course is designed to introduce the students to in-depth procedures with calculating heat loss and heat gain for conventional residential structures. Students will be given the opportunity to use the latest equipment sizing load training edition manuals. The new procedures will highlight a central single-zone comfort system, a central multi-zone system, and a distribution multi-zone system.Prerequisite: HVAC 120 , HVAC 121 , and HVAC 124 , or consent of department.

 

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