2012-2013 Catalog 
    
    May 12, 2024  
2012-2013 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Interior Design

  
  • INTD 103 - Textiles

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    A study of basic textile fibers, yarns, fabric construction, and finishes. Attention is given to the consumer approach in selection of textile products for interiors. Laboratory work in identifying and testing fabrics.

  
  • INTD 107 - Color for Interior

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    Emphasis on color theories, color schemes, mixing color, color analysis, and lighting effects on color. Studio projects developed.

  
  • INTD 109 - Perspective and Rendering

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    Three-dimensional drawing techniques for interior views of buildings and various perspective methods and mediums are explored. Examines balance, proportion and volume of the interior within a three-dimensional space. Light, shadows, color, value, textures, and material representations will be shown.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in INTD 101 .

  
  • INTD 116 - Furniture History

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A study of world furniture and design motifs from antiquity to the present. A correlation of how furniture design of the past influenced today’s styles. This course is a study of social and economic influence on furniture design.

  
  • INTD 118 - Codes for Interior Designers

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-0-1
    Emphasis on interior building codes, governmental standards and regulations that are utilized in designing the interior. IBC, IRC and various accessibility requirements including ADA will be discussed.Corequisite: INTD 230 .

  
  • INTD 120 - Materials and Sources

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A study of non-structural construction materials and finishes, limitations, quality, application, use, installation methods, price range, and quantity calculations will be examined. Sources available to the designer will be researched.

  
  • INTD 133 - Kitchen and Bath Basics

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    Study of basics of kitchen and bath design. Study of residential construction systems in relation to kitchen and bath design. Study of mechanical systems including plumbing and heating ventilation and air conditioning systems in relation to kitchen and bath design. Applying technical aspects of building codes and various accessibility requirements into kitchen and bath design. Drafting skills pertaining to kitchen and bath floor plans, elevation drawings, construction, mechanical plans. Design concepts for kitchens and bath; space planning, safety concerns, rules and guidelines. Usage of drafting symbols and dimensioning.Prerequisite: INTD 101 .

  
  • INTD 200 - Three-Dimensional Interior Design

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    Advanced problems in the design of three-dimensional interior with emphasis on unifying elevated ceiling heights with walls, floors and furnishings. Elements and principles of design will be applied to the design.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in INTD 102 , INTD 107 , INTD 120 , INTD 120 , and CADD 103 .

  
  • INTD 202 - Studio II Contract Interiors

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    Contract interior design projects which include design concept, adjacency space studies, floor plans, elevations or perspective drawings, cabinet drawings, selection of furnishing, materials and finishes, lighting plans, budgeting, and preparation of portfolio boards. Project may include offices, retail shops, restaurants, etc. Codes, barrier free and sustainable design will be included in the designs.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in INTD 118 , INTD 200 , INTD 209 , INTD 216 , INTD 230  and CADD 103 .

  
  • INTD 203 - Custom Draperies & Window Coverings

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    Training in custom drapery treatments and window coverings. Elements and principals of design will be applied when designing a treatment for an interior. Basic drapery styles, selecting fabric, hardware, measuring, fabrication, and installation methods will be covered.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in INTD 101 , INTD 103  and INTD 107 .

  
  • INTD 209 - Interior Lighting

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Introduction to artificial and natural lighting used in interior spaces. Provides knowledge of various lamps, luminaries and their application for comfort, color renditions, cost, code, and basic calculation methods as they relate to the lighting design process. Reflected ceiling plans will be included.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in INTD 101  or consent of department.

  
  • INTD 210 - Professional Practices in Interior Design

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Examines business procedures in the interior design field. Emphasis on establishing an interior design practice, writing client contracts, billing, ordering merchandise, interviewing, resumes, state registration, licensing, N.C.I.D.Q., and portfolio review.

  
  • INTD 211 - Internship

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-15-3
    Provides opportunities for students to work with interior design professionals in selected and/or approved residential and contract design firms, wholesale showrooms, retail stores, or product stores.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in INTD 200 , INTD 209 , INTD 216  and INTD 230 .

  
  • INTD 215 - Portfolio Review

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-2-2
    A studio course in which students prepare for the interview process. Students will refine and assemble their projects for a portfolio. A required course to be taken in last semester prior to graduation.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in INTD 200 , INTD 230  and INTD 225 .

  
  • INTD 216 - Historical Interiors

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    Development of historical interiors incorporating research on the given period and period furnishings. Design projects will be either historical or stylized interiors of a given historical period.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in INTD 101 , INTD 107  and INTD 116 .

  
  • INTD 220 - Universal Design

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    A course dealing with the basic understanding of the concepts and principles of universal and sustainable design. Emphasis on the benefits of universal design for persons with disabilities. Students will learn to develop and analyze space for clients with a broad range of human abilities and needs. Studio projects will be developed. Auto Desktop will be utilized.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in INTD 202  and INTD 225 .

  
  • INTD 225 - Auto Desktop Architectural

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-4-2
    Creation of a three-dimensional interior space using computer-aided design and drafting. Visual presentations of a rendered floor plan, elevation, and perspective drawing.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in CADD 103  and INTD 101 .

  
  • INTD 230 - Interior Details and Mechanical Construction

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    A study of interior construction materials and various methods of construction. Drafting of basic drawings of floor plans, elevation drawings, sections, finish schedules, reflected ceiling plans, ceiling systems, and detailing. Methods of electrical, plumbing and HVAC distribution will be studied.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in INTD 102 , INTD 133  and CADD 103 .Corequisite: INTD 118 

  
  • INTD 231 - Kitchen and Bath Computer Application

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-2-2
    CAD course encompasses installing of 20/20 industry design software. Students will utilize skills for editing, drafting, and completing pictorial representations of kitchens and bathrooms on the computer.Prerequisite: INTD 133  and CADD 103  or consent of department.

  
  • INTD 233 - Advanced Kitchen and Bath Design

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    Emphasis on advanced space planning, safety concerns, rules and guidelines for kitchen and bath. Case studies and problem solving the design of kitchen and bath. Reinforcement of knowledge of residential construction and mechanical systems. Reinforcement of drafting skills pertaining to kitchen floor plans, elevation drawings, cabinet sections, mechanical and electrical plans. Design concepts for universal kitchen and handicapped accessible bath.Prerequisite: INTD 109 , INTD 118 , INTD 133 , INTD 225  and INTD 230 .

  
  • INTD 240 - Advanced Space Planning

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    Course dealing with complex design problems for commercial and large office spaces. Provides students with experience in research development, programming, schematic design development, and problem-solving ability. Sustainable design and barrier free considerations are part of project requirements. Office plan utilizing office systems are discussed. Students are expected to have a thorough understanding of construction documents and building codes. Auto Desktop will be utilized.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in INTD 118 , INTD 202 , INTD 209 , INTD 225  and INTD 230 .


Italian Language (Self-Instructional Language Program-SILP)

  
  • ITAL 110 - Conversational Italian I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course uses an independent approach, while relying on tutorial guidance from a native speaker, to develop listening, speaking and reading skills as initial steps to achieving competence as a speaker of Italian. 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 one of the following:  ENG 021  and ENG 099 ; or the EAP course sequence ENG 078 , ENG 079 , ENG 088 , ENG 089 , or ENG 096 .

  
  • ITAL 111 - Conversational Italian II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course will continue ITAL 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 Italian (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: ITAL 110  or “B” on proficiency test for ITAL 110 

  
  • ITAL 112 - Conversational Italian III

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course will continue ITAL 111, specifically through further development of students’ listening, speaking, and reading skills learned during the first and second semesters.  Through tutorial guidance from native speakers, students will increase their competencies as speakers of Italian (both formal and idiomatic).  Emphasis continues on drill practice (both individually and in groups), and review through listening of CDs, online access to the textbook’s website, and by actual conversations among students and with the drill tutor.Prerequisite: “C” or better in ITAL 111  ; or “B” or better on proficiency test for ITAL 111.


Japanese Language (Self-Instructional Language Program-SILP)

  
  • JAPN 110 - Conversational Japanese I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course focuses upon an independent approach, while relying on tutorial guidance from a native speaker, to develop listening, speaking, and reading skills as initial steps to achieving competence as a speaker of Japanese. 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 one of the following: ENG 021  and ENG 099 ; or the EAP course sequence ENG 078 , ENG 079 , ENG 088 , ENG 089 ; or ENG 096 .

  
  • JAPN 111 - Conversational Japanese II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course will continue JAPN 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 Japanese (both formal and idiomatic). Emphasis continues on drill, practice (both individually and in groups), and review through listening of audio CDs and by actual conversation among students and with the drill tutor. Cannot be taken as independent study.Prerequisite: JAPN 110  or “B” on proficiency test for JAPN 110 .

  
  • JAPN 112 - Conversational Japanese III

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course is a continuation of JAPN 111.  It is designed to further develop listening, speaking, and reading skills previously learned.  Through tutorial guidance from native speakers, students will increase their competencies as speakers of Japanese (both formal and idiomatic).  Emphasis continues on drill, practice (both individually and in groups), and review through listening of audio CDs and by actual conversation among students and with the drill tutor.  Cannot be taken as an independent study.Prerequisite: “C” or better in JAPN 111 .


Journalism

  
  • JOUR 102 - Editing and Production

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    IAI Code: MC 920
    An introduction to the principles and techniques of electronic editing, information management and publication design, emphasizing the editing of body copy and the display of type for maximum clarity and impact. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to effectively edit stories, effectively rewrite stories without distorting them, demonstrate basic knowledge of typography, demonstrate the basics of publication design and the logic of packaging, and apply AP Stylebook rules.

  
  • JOUR 103 - Introduction to Mass Media

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    IAI Code: MC 911
    Introduction to Mass Media is a survey course that traces the development of the mass media and analyzes its current status and impact on our daily lives. The evolution of the media and mass communications will be studied, including books, newspapers, radio, television, the recording industry, film, and the Internet. The impact of the media on mores, the social environment and the political process also will be discussed. The way the law and ethics affect the media also will be addressed.

  
  • JOUR 104 - Introduction to Public Relations

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    IAI Code: MC 913
    Introduction to the practices, theories, ethics, issues and problems of public relations. Attention is given to the understanding of the theories and practices of public relations and the application of those theories and practices, including the handling of public relations crises.

  
  • JOUR 201 - Basic News Writing

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    IAI Code: MC 919
    Principles and practices of gathering information and writing the news story and news feature. It provides practice in interviewing, news writing and preparation of copy for publication. It also shows the student the world of professional journalists and describes the tools they use to complete their daily task of providing information to the public in a fair, accurate and unbiased manner.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 , ENG 089 ; or ENG 096 .

  
  • JOUR 295 - Journalism Internship

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-15-3 variable
    Pending ICCB Approval
    This internship provides journalism students with opportunities to work with journalism professionals in approved journalistic environments, to include print, broadcast, and Web media.  A minimum of 75 contact hours with the professional is required during the semester for each credit hour.Prerequisite: “B” or better in one of the following OR “C” or better in two of the following courses:  JOUR 102 , JOUR 103 , JOUR 104 , JOUR 201 .


Language

Specific world languages for transfer credit and SILP (Self-Instructional Language Program) are listed alphabetically in this catalog .

SILP (Self-Instructional Language Program)

See alphabetical listing of specific languages for complete descriptions

ARABIC
CHINESE
GERMAN
ITALIAN
JAPANESE
POLISH
PORTUGUESE
RUSSIAN
TAGALOG

(SILP courses may not be taken as independent study)

World Languages

Complete descriptions of specific world languages for transfer credit and SILP (Self-Instructional Language Program) study are listed alphabetically in this catalogue.

Transfer
French
Spanish

SILP
Arabic
Chinese
German
Italian
Japanese
Polish
Portuguese
Russian
Tagalog

  
  • LANG 107 - Bilingual Practicum

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-4-1
    This practicum is designed to provide students who have successfully completed their first year of a foreign language the opportunity to work as a tutor and class assistant with first-year foreign language students. One hour of credit. Students may earn up to three hours of credit over three semesters.Prerequisite: “B” or better in each of the freshmen foreign language classes taken at the college and consent of department.

  
  • LANG 298 - Civilization and Culture of Morocco

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A survey of the culture and civilization of Morocco. Topics covered will include the arts, geography, history, religion, government, and social customs of Morocco.Prerequisite: None.Corequisite: Students also are required to register for Arabic or French class for the Summer Study Abroad Program in Tangier, Morocco.

  
  • LANG 299 - Special Topics in Foreign Language

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A course for the student desiring foreign language preparation in areas or topics not offered through traditional instruction. This preparation can include research, introduction of some other combination that will contribute meaningfully to the education of the student, or topics not currently or extensively covered in the foreign language program. (May be repeated three times for credit.)


Library Resources

  
  • LRES 100 - Information in Society

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-0-2
    Information literacy is the ability to find, evaluate and use information effectively and ethically. This course is designed to teach research strategies to students with emphasis on effective, efficient, and honest use of library and information resources. LRES 100 is a two-credit course offered each semester. Students are introduced to the skills needed to effectively gather information from online and print resources. Issues include the evaluation and presentation of information, effective search methods, and citation practices.Prerequisite: Keyboarding and mouse skills are highly recommended.


Library Technical Assistant

  
  • LTA 101 - Introduction to Libraries

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Introduction to general organization of libraries and library materials. Library technical assistant routines and techniques are emphasized. An overview of automation in libraries is also presented.

  
  • LTA 102 - Basic Information Tools

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Examines the role of the library technical assistant in assisting in reference services for answering directional and ready-reference questions. Reference tools, interview techniques and automated reference sources are included. Keyboarding and mouse-maneuvering skills are highly recommended.

  
  • LTA 103 - Library Materials

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Examines the role of the library technical assistant in the practice of acquiring print and non-print materials from the selection decision through technical processing. Budgeting, binding, processing, and weeding also will be covered. Both manual and automated systems are incorporated into course materials. Keyboarding and mouse-maneuvering skills are highly recommended.

  
  • LTA 201 - Cataloging and Classification

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Emphasis is on descriptive cataloging of book and non-book materials with AACR2 Rev. and MARC format. Introduction to subject cataloging using Library of Congress Subject Headings, Sears List of Subject Headings and classification using Dewey Decimal Classification. Keyboarding skills and mouse-maneuvering skills are highly recommended.Prerequisite:


  
  • LTA 202 - Reader’s Advisery and Library Programs for Adults

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Reader’s Advisery is a library service that allows library staff to assist in fiction and non-fiction selection of titles for patrons. An introduction to the act of putting people together with books using specific tools, strategies, interviewing techniques, and searching techniques will be examined. This course walks through the process of adult program development and event planning for libraries. A number of library programs from around the country are described including film series, book discussion, performances, topical panels, and art classes. Keyboarding skills and mouse-maneuvering skills are highly recommended.

  
  • LTA 204 - Libraries and Technology

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    An introduction to technologies and automated services in all library departments: circulation, technical services, reference, and administration. Applications of computers, selected software, networks, Internet, and connectivity are highlighted. Keyboarding skills and mouse-maneuvering skills are highly recommended.

  
  • LTA 205 - Information and Internet Literacy

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course is designed to help students master the essential information literacy skills and become effective, efficient learners. Information is available from many sources and in many formats, such as printed text, television, videos, library databases, websites, and more. To be information literate, a person must be able to recognize when information is needed and have the ability to locate, evaluate and use it effectively when needed. Students need to know why, when, and how to use all of these tools and think critically about the information they provide. Keyboarding and mouse-maneuvering skills are highly recommended.

  
  • LTA 206 - Children’s Library Services

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    The audience for Children’s Library Services-infants to young adults, and parents and teachers-is examined. Hands-on approaches are used in the exploration of programming and publicity. Discussions and projects involve collection development, including digital resources, policy, and budget issues. Administration, employee presentations, and grant writing are outlined. Networking opportunities and job interviewing are discussed. The Internet for children is highlighted. Keyboarding skills and mouse-maneuvering skills are highly recommended.

  
  • LTA 208 - Library Practicum

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-2-2
    This course provides supervised work experience in a public, academic, special, or school library. Emphasis is on applying knowledge gained in coursework to practical on-the-job situations. The student rotates through various departments to broaden the experience. This course includes a forum for discussing issues related to working as a library technical assistant with emphasis on practical applications in the student’s library practicum. Also includes an opportunity to apply concepts learned and experience gained to formulate a resume.Prerequisite: LTA 102 , LTA 103 , LTA 201 , LTA 202 , LTA 204 , LTA 205 , and LTA 206 .


Management

  
  • MGMT 101 - Principles of Management

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A study of the skills and principles employed in managing business effectively. The functions of management: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling are studied. Ethics, global issues, decision making, motivation, and communication are some of the topics discussed.

  
  • MGMT 102 - Human Relations

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Understanding oneself, one’s fellow worker, individual traits that contribute to success and failure, and basic techniques in effectively communicating and resolving conflict with an individual or a group.

  
  • MGMT 103 - Occupational Safety and Health

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Review of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) of 1970 and employee-employer responsibilities under the Act. Role of management in establishing a viable safety program within the company. Continuing role of management in safety and health programs.

  
  • MGMT 202 - Human Resources Management

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A study of the management of personnel and the basic principles and procedures relating to personnel departments, job analysis and evaluation, incentives, employment, placement and training, and employee services.Prerequisite: MGMT 101 .

  
  • MGMT 220 - Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    The focus of this course is on the effective management of small businesses. The student will learn how to open an enterprise, how to deal with its specific problems and how to operate successfully. Emphasis on a how-to-do-it approach and those aspects of management that are uniquely important to small firms.


Manufacturing

  
  • MFG 101 - Precision Machine Tool Technology I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-5.5-4
    MFG 101 is designed to include both classroom and hands-on shop experience. In the shop, emphasis is placed on exercises and projects that embody the basic processes and operations in using hand tools, layout tools, and machine tools, such as vertical saw, drill presses, engine lathes, vertical milling machines, and surface grinders. In the classroom, emphasis is placed on the theory-related information that is essential to set up and operate machine tools and to perform basic processes and operations in the machine shop.

  
  • MFG 102 - Precision Machine Tool Technology II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-5.5-4
    MFG 102 is a continuation of MFG 101  that is designed to help the student acquire further knowledge and skills in machine tool metalworking. Hands-on laboratory and lecture activities emphasize advanced milling and turning techniques using attachments and accessories, speed-feeds, problem solving, cutting fluids, and properties and application of ferrous and nonferrous alloys. Elementary heat treatment, hardness testing is also covered.Prerequisite: MFG 101 .

  
  • MFG 103 - Precision Machine Tool Technology III

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-8-5
    MFG 103 is designed to help students acquire advanced knowledge and skills in the use of hand tools, layout tools, measuring tools, and machine tools that will prepare students to build items from both verbal commands and information given on prints. The students will learn advanced engine-lathe operations, vertical- and horizontal-milling machine operations, late-tool sharpening, and drill sharpening. Also, students will work with surface grinders and heat-treating equipment.Prerequisite: MFG 102 .

  
  • MFG 104 - Manufacturing Processes

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-8-5
    MFG 104 is designed to enable the student to acquire extensive working knowledge and problem-solving skills within the areas of tool design and development. This course incorporates extensive use of hand tools, layout tools, measuring tools, and machine tools that will enable the student to build either a progressive stamping die or a plastic injection mold from verbal and/or information given on prints. The student will work with exotic materials (plastic, aluminum, and tool steel), and advanced surface grinding work, such as angular and form grinding. Additional work on the other machine tools in the laboratory will include jig boring and milling-machine work. The student also will be introduced to electrical discharge machining (EDM).Prerequisite: MFG 103  and MFG 111 .

  
  • MFG 107 - Dimensional Metrology

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    MFG 107, Dimensional Metrology, is the science of measurement whereas measurement is the language of science. It is the language we use to communicate about size, quantity, position, condition, and time. The major objective of the course is to develop a high degree of skill in the correct use, care and calibration of measuring equipment commonly used in the precision machine tool metalworking occupations.

  
  • MFG 109 - Metric Measurement

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-0-1
    MFG 109 is designed as either a hands-on experience or as an independent study program to further reinforce the student’s knowledge of measuring systems gained through MFG 107 . The major assignment for this course will be completed in the classroom environment. The student’s interaction with metric measurement system, its establishment/development and uses in today’s industrial world (pro and/or con), will be the basis of the class projects.Prerequisite: MFG 107 .

  
  • MFG 111 - Numerical Control

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-3-3
    MFG 111 is designed to help the student acquire knowledge and skills in the use of numerical control (NC) and computer numerical control (CNC) milling and turning machines. The course also will include NC and CNC general concepts and programming procedures using G and M codes. Students will have hands-on experience in manually programming, and setting up a CNC-milling and turning machine. Students will become familiar with Windows and the use of a CNC program simulator.Prerequisite: MFG 101 .

  
  • MFG 112 - Advanced Numerical Control

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-3-3
    MFG 112 introduces the students to computer-aided manufacturing using the FeatureCam system. The students will learn how to develop a program, set up and run a CNC mill and CNC lathe.Prerequisite: MFG 111 .

  
  • MFG 115 - Blueprint Reading for Manufacturing & Welding

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    MFG 115 is designed to develop a high degree of skill in visualizing and interpreting prints. The classwork includes the principles of orthographic projection, dimensions and tolerances, the application and interpretation of machining, and welding symbols and specifications. This course also covers the reading of numerical control prints, sheet metal prints, machining prints, welding prints, and instrumentation and control diagrams.

  
  • MFG 120 - Physical Metallurgy

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    MFG 120 is an introduction to the properties of metals, effects of working metals in various forms and shapes, thermal treatments, chase diagrams and principles concerning materials science, including atomic and crystal arrangements and their effect on mechanical properties. Lab work will include testing ferrous and nonferrous metals through hands-on examination.Prerequisite: MFG 101 .

  
  • MFG 130 - Introduction to Nondestructive Testing

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-2-2
    MFG 130 is an introductory course to Nondestructive Testing (NDE). This course will present an overview of this profession. Emphasis will be on the concepts and applications in American industries. The NDE methods discussed will be Liquid Penetrate Testing (PT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), X- and Gamma Radiographic Testing (RT), Industrial Ultrasonic Testing (UT) and Eddy Current Testing (ET). Also discussed will be the NDE technician qualification and certification procedures, career opportunities and job description.

  
  • MFG 150 - Manufacturing Work Experience

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-15-3
    MFG 150 is the first of two Mechanical Production Technology internship programs designed to provide the student with actual on-the-job work experience in a machine tool or related industrial maintenance job. The student must work at least 15 hours a week for 15 weeks, or one full semester in an approved occupation.Prerequisite: MFG 101  and/or consent of department.

  
  • MFG 151 - Manufacturing Work Experience II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-15-3
    MFG 151 is a continuation of MFG 150 . This course is a supervised machine tool metalworking or industrial maintenance work experience. The student must work at least 15 hours a week for 15 weeks, or one full semester in an approved occupation. Prerequisite: MFG 150  and consent of department.

  
  • MFG 160 - Basic Diemaking

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-4-4
    MFG 160 covers the fundamental theory and hands-on study of basic tool and die-making, including punch press sizes, principles of blanking and piercing dies, punches, pilots, die life, and their uses and relationship to each other. The student will apply these principles of die components in a hands-on practicum by dismantling and reassembling dies in the machine tool laboratory.

  
  • MFG 165 - Basic Diemaking II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-4-4
    This course is designed as a theory and hands-on concurrent curriculum of MFG 160 (Basic Diemaking I). It will cover the fundamental theory and hands-on study of basic tool and die making, including punch plates, punches and dies assembly and lineup, pilots, die-block construction, strippers, stock guides, shedders, knockouts, stock pushers, die stops, stock layout, and related topics. The student will apply these principles of die components in a hands-on practicum by building a functioning die in the machine tool laboratory.

  
  • MFG 170 - Advanced Diemaking

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-4-4
    MFG 170 examines the fundamental theory and hands-on study of draw dies, including die-to-press relationship, automatic feeds, progressive dies and related topics. The student will apply these principles of die components in a hands-on practicum in the machine tool laboratory.

  
  • MFG 175 - Advanced Diemaking II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-4-4
    MFG 175 is designed as a theory and hands-on curriculum continuation of MFG 170  (Advanced Diemaking I). This course will examine the fundamental theory and hands-on study of draw dies, including types, material used, lubricants and draw-die reductions along with advanced work in gauges, fixtures and intricate progressive dies. The student will apply these principles of die components in a hands-on practicum in the machine tool laboratory.Prerequisite: MFG 170 .

  
  • MFG 180 - Jig and Fixture Design

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-1-4
    MFG 180 is designed as a theory and hands-on curriculum. This course will examine the principles of locating parts, supporting parts, drilling, reaming, milling, standard fixture details, and the design of simple drill fixtures. The student will apply these principles of jig and fixture components in a hands-on practicum in the machine tool laboratory.Prerequisite: MFG 104  and CADD 101 .

  
  • MFG 200 - Advanced Blueprint Reading/Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    MFG 200 is a review of blueprint reading procedures and machining specifications with major emphasis on geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing is a means of dimensioning and tolerancing and drawing with respect to the actual function or relationship of part features, which can be most economically produced. In general, it is a system of building blocks for good drawing practice that provides the means of stating necessary dimensional or tolerance requirements on the drawing not otherwise covered by implication or standard interpretation.Prerequisite: MFG 115  or CADD 101 .

  
  • MFG 280 - Parametric Manufacturing Fundamentals of Milling

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-3-3
    MFG 280 is designed to enhance the Parametric 3D Solid Modeling student’s ability to create real-world manufacturing part models, drawings and assemblies. Through hands-on laboratory exercises, milling models will be examined and created in a project-oriented environment.Prerequisite: CADD 101 , CADD 250  or consent of department.

  
  • MFG 290 - Parametric Manufacturing Fundamentals of Turning

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-3-3
    MFG 290 is designed to enhance the 3D Parametric Solid Modeling student’s ability to create “real work” manufacturing, part models, drawings and assemblies. Through hands-on laboratory exercises, turning models will be created and examined in a project-oriented environment.Prerequisite: CADD 101 , CADD 250  or consent of department.


Marketing

  
  • MKTG 101 - Principles of Marketing

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Defines and analyzes business functions that direct the flow of goods and services from producers to consumers or users. Product development, planning, promotion, and pricing are studied along with various institutions that facilitate the marketing process.

  
  • MKTG 115 - International Marketing

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course examines the basic principles of marketing and examines them in the international arena. Students will be challenged to explore and think about other economies and cultures, and how these and other factors affect marketing decisions of firms. Through cases and projects, students will learn about the elements that must be examined and changed for American companies to be successful in the international marketplace.

  
  • MKTG 116 - Introduction to Import/Export

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Learn to trade with the world! This course is designed for individuals and/or companies interested in starting an international operation, expanding on existing one, or learning more about importing and exporting to become a more knowledgeable member of a corporation involved in the international market. Students will learn to think, study and act globally. Emphasis will be placed on the practical details with actual case histories studied.

  
  • MKTG 117 - Introduction to Import/Export Documentation Logistics and U.S. Customs

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    There are many additional details that are involved in both exporting and importing of products. There are U.S. Customs requirements, the role of customhouse brokers, pricing and payment structures, and logistics decisions that must be understood and followed. Students will learn through case problems and speakers what they must know to function successfully in this market.


Mathematics

  
  • MATH 090 - College Arithmetic

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course is a study of the concepts and practices of arithmetic. The course is designed to teach the concepts and facts of arithmetic and to develop computational skills. Topics studied include: the arithmetic of integers, fractions, decimals, ratio and proportion, and percent. Applications of these topics are an integral part of this course. Not intended for transfer.

  
  • MATH 091 - Math Principles for Food Service Occupations

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course is designed to teach the concepts and facts of arithmetic and to develop the computational skills necessary to function in a professional food service kitchen. Topics included are daily cash receipts, bank deposits, recipe and food costing, menu pricing, inventory, financial statements, personal tax, payroll, and simple and compound interest. Not intended for transfer.

  
  • MATH 094 - Elementary Algebra

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    Pending ICCB approval
    This is the first course in the algebra sequence.  Topics studied include: real numbers system, solving linear equations, graphing, systems of equations, polynomial operations, and an introduction to factoring.Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in MATH 090  or MATH 091  or equivalent. Not intended for transfer.

  
  • MATH 095 - Elementary Geometry

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 5-0-5
    This course is a study of Euclidean geometry. Topics studied include: lines, angles, circles, triangles, and other polygons. Formal proofs and constructions are part of this course.Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in MATH 094  or equivalent. Not intended for transfer.

  
  • MATH 098 - Intermediate Algebra

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    This course expands on the concepts in elementary algebra and it is a prerequisite for college algebra.  Topics studied include: factoring, rational expressions, radicals, quadratics, logs and exponential functions.Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in MATH 094  or equivalent. Not intended for transfer.

  
  • MATH 101 - Business Mathematics

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A review of basic arithmetic, decimals, and percentages. Applications include simple and compound interest, discounting notes, installment buying, and purchase discounts and markups.Prerequisite: Placement into MATH 094  or minimum grade in “C” MATH 090  or MATH 091  or equivalent. Not intended for transfer.

  
  • MATH 107 - Technical Mathematics I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A course that covers the topics of elementary mathematics needed for applications in the vocational and technical curriculum. Topics covered include measurement, formulas, ratio and proportion, and the metric system.Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in MATH 090  or MATH 091  or equivalent. Not intended for transfer.

  
  • MATH 108 - Technical Mathematics II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A course that covers the topics of intermediate mathematics needed for applications in the vocational and technical curriculum. Topics covered include linear and quadratic equations, plane and solid geometry, right triangle trigonometry, and basic topics in statistics.Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in MATH 107  or MATH 094  or equivalent.

  
  • MATH 119 - Mathematics for Technical Students

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 5-0-5
    The course is designed to provide the necessary foundations in algebra, geometry, and trigonometry for success in technical courses. It is more rigorous than MATH 107 -MATH 108 .Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in MATH 095  and MATH 098  or equivalent.

  
  • MATH 123 - Mathematic Structures/Concepts I for Elementary School Teachers

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    The curriculum in this course is designed for elementary education majors. Emphasis is placed on structure, meaning, relationships, and types of thinking in elementary mathematics. Problem solving, sets, numeration systems, integers, logic, rational numbers, and ratio and proportion are among the topics considered.Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in MATH 095  and MATH 098  or equivalent.

  
  • MATH 124 - Mathematic Structures/Concepts II for Elementary School Teachers

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    IAI Code: M1 903
    The curriculum in this course is designed for elementary education majors. Emphasis is placed on structure, meaning, relationships, and types of thinking in elementary mathematics. Informal geometry, transformational geometry, tessellations, measurement, probability, and statistics are among the topics considered.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in MATH 123  or equivalent.

  
  • MATH 127 - Mathematics for General Education

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    IAI Code: M1 904
    A survey course of mathematical concepts used widely in the physical and social sciences. Intended for students whose programs do not specify a particular mathematics course. The course focuses on mathematical reasoning and the solving of real-life problems. Three or four topics from the following general areas are studied in depth: geometry, graph theory, mathematical modeling, mathematics of finance, social choice theory, and statistics.Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in MATH 095  and MATH 098  or equivalent.

  
  • MATH 128 - Elementary Statistics

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    IAI Code: M1 902
    A first course in statistics focusing on mathematical reasoning and the solving of real-life problems. Topics include the following: frequency distributions, measures of position and variation, basic probability theory, probability distributions and the normal curve, statistical inference, correlation and regression, f-test, and analysis of variance.Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in MATH 095  and MATH 098  or equivalent.

  
  • MATH 131 - College Algebra

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    A minimal review of algebraic skills followed by a study of functions. Functions studied include: polynomial, rational exponential and logarithmic. Other topics include the following: systems of equations, the theory of equations, sequences and series, counting techniques, probability, and the Binomial Theorem.Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in MATH 095  and MATH 098  or equivalent.

  
  • MATH 137 - Introduction to Discrete Mathematics

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    IAI Code: M1 905, CS 915
    A course designed for all students of mathematics with special emphasis on topics relevant for students of computer science. Included are problems on combinatorics, analysis of algorithms, set theory, graph theory, tree traversals, spanning trees, matching, networks, recurrence relations, sorting and searching, logical gates, Karnaugh maps, and finite state machines.Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in MATH 131 , or MATH 138  or MATH 142  or equivalent.

  
  • MATH 138 - Pre-Calculus I: Algebra

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    Pre-Calculus I is a study of those topics in algebra which are essential in calculus. Topics include the following functions: linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions. Conic sections, sequences, and the Binomial Theorem are also studied. Students cannot receive credit for both MATH 138 and MATH 142.Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in MATH 095  and MATH 098  or equivalent.

  
  • MATH 139 - Pre-Calculus II: Trigonometry

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    Precalculus II is the study of the trigonometric functions using the unit circle approach. Topics of study include the following: graphs of trigonometric functions, inverse trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities, trigonometric equations, right angle trigonometry, polar coordinates, complex numbers in trigonometric form, vectors and parametric equations. Students cannot receive credit for both MATH 139 and MATH 142.Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in MATH 138  or equivalent.

  
  • MATH 142 - Accelerated Trigonometry/Pre-calculus

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 5-0-5
    This is an accelerated course that completes the objectives for both MATH 138  and MATH 139  in one semester. This is a fast-paced course intended only for highly motivated students. Students cannot receive credit for MATH 142 if they have already received credit for MATH 138  and MATH 139 .Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in MATH 095  and MATH 098  or equivalent. An “A” in MATH 098  is recommended.

  
  • MATH 150 - Mathematical Analysis for Business

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    IAI Code: M1 900B
    A course designed to satisfy the requirement of those colleges or universities which require an understanding of calculus and calculus-based models and for those students who are interested in applying calculus to problems in economics, finance, production, marketing, and other business disciplines. Topics include differential and integral calculus of one variable, as well as an introduction to multivariable calculus. Designed for those in the business curriculum.Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in MATH 131  or equivalent.

  
  • MATH 153 - Finite Mathematics

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    IAI Code: M1 906
    A course designed especially for students in areas such as business, economics, social science, and nonphysical sciences. It emphasizes the concepts and applications of mathematics rather than mathematical structures. Topics include: matrix algebra, applications of matrices (including solving systems of linear equations), linear programming and the simplex method, set theory, logic, Boolean Algebra, counting and probability, stochastic processes, game theory, Markov Chains, mathematical modeling, and the mathematics of finance.Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in MATH 131  or equivalent.

  
  • MATH 170 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 5-0-5
    IAI Code: M1 9001, MTH 901
    This is the first course in the calculus sequence. Topics include limits and an introduction to both differential and integral calculus. Several applications are studied such as area and optimization of functions. The calculus of transcendental functions is part of this course.Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in MATH 139  or MATH 142  or equivalent.

  
  • MATH 171 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    IAI Code: M1 9002, MTH 902
    Second course in the calculus sequence. Topics include: techniques of integration, applications of the definite integral, introduction to differential equations and infinite series.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in MATH 170  or equivalent.

  
  • MATH 172 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry III

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    IAI Code: M1 9003, MTH 903
    Third course in the calculus sequence. The course explores multivariable calculus. It includes vectors, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, parametric curves and surfaces, vector fields, line integrals, and applications.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in MATH 171  or equivalent.

  
  • MATH 210 - Linear Algebra

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A first course in vectors, matrices, vector spaces, and linear transformations. The ideas in this course serve as an introduction to more abstract mathematics courses at the junior-senior level, and also covers many useful applications outside mathematics. Topics include: vectors, operations on matrices, inverse of a matrix, solution of systems of linear equations, rank of a matrix, vector spaces and subspaces, linear dependence and independence, basis and dimension, linear transformation, sums, composites, inverses of linear transformations, range and kernel of a linear transformation, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, orthogonality and inner product spaces, and real quadratic forms.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in MATH 172  or equivalent. Students may enroll concurrently in MATH 172 .

  
  • MATH 220 - Differential Equations and Orthogonal Functions

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    IAI Code: MTH 912
    A first course in differential equations. Topics include: linear equations of the first order, linear equations with constant coefficients, the general linear equations, variation of parameters, undetermined coefficients, linear independence, the Wronskian, exact equations, separation of variables, applications, systems of linear differential equations, the method and theory of Laplace transforms, existence and uniqueness of solutions, solution by power series, and partial differential equations.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in MATH 172  or equivalent.

 

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