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Geography |
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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: COMPASS placement into ENG 101 or minimum grade of “C” in one of the following: ENG 021 and ENG 099 or the EAP course sequence ENG 079 and ENG 089 , or ENG 096 .
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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: COMPASS placement into ENG 101 or minimum grade of “C” in one of the following: ENG 021 and ENG 099 or the EAP course sequence ENG 079 and ENG 089 , or ENG 096 .
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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: COMPASS placement into ENG 101 or minimum grade of “C” in one of the following: ENG 021 and ENG 099 or the EAP course sequence ENG 079 and ENG 089 , or ENG 096 .
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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: COMPASS placement into ENG 101 or minimum grade of “C” in one of the following: ENG 021 and ENG 099 or the EAP course sequence ENG 079 and ENG 089 , or ENG 096 .; and COMPASS placement into MATH 094 or minimum grade “C” in MATH 090 .
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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: COMPASS placement into ENG 101 or minimum grade of “C” in one of the following: ENG 021 and ENG 099 or the EAP course sequence ENG 079 and ENG 089 , or ENG 096 .; and COMPASS placement into MATH 094 or minimum grade “C” in MATH 090 .
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Geology |
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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: COMPASS placement into ENG 101 or minimum grade of “C” in one of the following: ENG 021 and ENG 099 or the EAP course sequence ENG 079 and ENG 089 , or ENG 096 ; and COMPASS placement into MATH 094 or minimum grade “C” in MATH 090 .
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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: COMPASS placement into ENG 101 or minimum grade of “C” in one of the following: ENG 021 and ENG 099 or the EAP course sequence ENG 079 and ENG 089 , or ENG 096 and COMPASS placement into MATH 094 or minimum grade “C” in MATH 090 .
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German Language (Self-Instructional Language Program-SILP) |
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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: COMPASS placement into ENG 101 or minimum grade of “C” in one of the following: ENG 021 and ENG 099 or the EAP course sequence ENG 079 and ENG 089 , or ENG 096 ;
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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 .
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Health |
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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.
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Health Information Management |
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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.
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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 .
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HIM 110 - Basic ICD Coding Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 .
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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.
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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
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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 .
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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 , CIS 122 and .
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning |
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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.
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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.
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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 .
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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.
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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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HVAC 126 - Duct Design and Installation Applications Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
This course is designed to give the students actual hands-on experience sizing and designing duct system layouts. The duct system must be carefully designed and properly installed to maintain adequate indoor airflow velocities. The students will use “duct calculators” to figure duct sizes. After the students calculate duct sizes, they will install an entire working system. This will include main plenum attached to the furnace, main branch duct runs (supply and return), install with balancing dampers, and start unit and take velocity reading. Prerequisite: HVAC 124 or consent of department.
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HVAC 127 - Refrigeration Service Principles (Residential and Commercial) Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
Students/technicians will be faced with a variety of troubleshooting and routine maintenance situations. The course will offer a comprehensive study in the function (operation) of the refrigeration system. There will be an emphasis on the operation of the individual components in the refrigeration cycle. Components will include compressor, condenser, expansion valve, and evaporator. The students will have hands-on experience installing piping to components, installing accessories, pressure test using nitrogen, pulling a deep vacuum, charging the unit with freon, taking readings, temperature differences, and amp draw on electrical components.Prerequisite: HVAC 121 or consent of department.
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HVAC 222 - Commercial Building Automation Control System Design Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
This course introduces students to standard applications for various commercial building systems. Students will be exposed to textbook and practical examples of control systems applications for commercial HVAC equipment. Students will be challenged to become familiar with the major principles of designing, implementing, and evaluating control system applications, and design intent for standard HVAC systems. They will further explore, discuss, and examine classic examples of control applications that are essential for understanding the application of controls to the HVAC systems process. This combination of applied and theoretical content will allow students to develop strong system application logic and analytical skills used to apply controls to building systems. Prerequisite: HVAC 122 or consent of department.
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HVAC 223 - Commercial Building Pneumatic Control Installation Principles Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
This course will introduce students to pneumatic control system design and construction practice. Selection of pneumatic control equipment and components for HVAC systems application, engineering and installation practice will be discussed. Practical knowledge of pneumatic panel fabrication, piping sizing, compressor selection, and equipment mounting examples will be covered in daily lecture. System startup and commissioning will be covered, including examples of job closeout and commissioning documentation. Students will become familiar with general pneumatic control installation practice and construction coordination logistics. Prerequisite: HVAC 122 or consent of department.
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HVAC 224 - Commercial Building Air Flow Measurement and Balancing Procedures Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
This course introduces students to the principles of air flow characteristics. The student will become familiar with different fan applications, and duct configuration system tolerance. The students also will develop concepts in air system pressures. This would include the following air flow measurements: static, total, and velocity. The students will learn how to use test equipment needed to take operational pressures: anemometer and static pressure gauges. Prerequisite: HVAC 122 or consent of department.
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HVAC 228 - Principles of Heat Pump and Hydronic Boiler Technology Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
An in-depth study in heat pump technologies and the operation of hot-water hydronic heating systems. In a heat pump application, the students will have hands-on experience in wiring diagrams, vapor compression controls and circuits, and troubleshooting vapor compression heat-pump systems. In hydronic hot water heating systems, the students will have hands-on experience in definitions and essential functions of boiler components and installation of a hot-water boiler, attach tube type (convectors) baseboard heat distributing units to individual rooms, install copper piping, and start hydronic hot water boiler and take pressure and temperature difference readings. Prerequisite: HVAC 124 or consent of department.
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HVAC 229 - Service/Installation Work Experience Internship Program Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
The student must work a minimum of 15 hours per week for 16 weeks in the HVAC field. This could include residential home installation or industrial/commercial HVAC applications. Prerequisite: HVAC 122 or consent of department.
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HVAC 230 - Programmable Logic Control (PLC) Multi-Zone Building Management System Applications Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
This course introduces the students to direct digital control for programmable control of commercial building HVAC systems. The students will have hands-on experience operating the multi-zone building energy management trainer. The trainer allows demonstration of typical HVAC applications used in the industry with actual control components. Prerequisite: HVAC 222 or consent of department.
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HVAC 231 - Energy Management Principles Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
This course introduces students to an in-depth study in the energy-management process applied to the heating and air conditioning field. There will be an emphasis on green technology applications. Students will address sustainability, water use efficiency, energy efficiency and indoor air quality. Prerequisite: HVAC 224 or consent of department.
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HVAC 232 - Residential Home Wiring Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
This course trains students to develop the necessary skills to install complete residential wiring systems. This includes installation of wall switches and receptacles, installation of television cable satellite wiring, installation of network cabling, installation of distribution panel, and bend conduit.
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HVAC 299 - Selected Topics in HVAC Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-4-4 (variable credit)
Allow students to investigate current HVAC systems, installations and applications. The nature of the project will be determined by a full-time faculty member and the students. Emphasis will be based on developing skills and exploring concepts that will keep students up to date with the latest technologies as well as contribute to their professional advancement. May be repeated three times for credit.
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History |
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HIST 103 - History of the United States to 1865 Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: S2 900
A survey of the political, economic, social, religious, and cultural developments of the United States from 1492 to 1865. Emphasis is on colonial society, the American Revolution, the young republic, nationalism, expansionism, slavery, sectionalism, and the Civil War.
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HIST 104 - History of the United States, 1865 to Present Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: S2 901
A survey of the political, economic, social, religious, and cultural developments of the United States from 1865-present. Emphasis is on postwar reconstruction, westward movement, industrialization, urbanization, imperialism, world conflict, race relations, and modern, social and political reform.
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HIST 105 - History of Civilization I Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: H2 901
A survey of the history of Western civilization from earliest times to about C.E. 1500. Emphasis is on the evolution of human culture and institutions in order to provide students with an understanding of how and why civilizations develop as they do. The course is designed to make students aware of the contributions of ancient and medieval times to the present.
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HIST 106 - History of Civilization II Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: H2 902
A survey of Western civilization from about C.E. 1500-present. Emphasis is on the development of modern forms of social, economic, political, and cultural activities. The purpose is to increase the student’s awareness of what it means to be modern and offers explanations of how and why the national communities of the Western world moved toward modernity. The course concludes in the 20th century with the emergence of the world community of national states.
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HIST 107 - World History to 1500 Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: S2 912N
World History to 1500 chronologically examines different civilizations, which together create an overview of the evolving structure of world society until 1500. This course will help students to become familiar with the world’s societies and cultures, as well as with developments in politics, religious thought, philosophy, economics, and literature.
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HIST 108 - World History Since 1500 Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: S2 913N
World History since 1500 will chronologically examine different themes which together create an overview of the evolving structure of world society between 1500 and 2000. Through a variety of historical sources, we set out to understand how the world that was so disparate and separate in 1500 became so interlocked and dependent in the next 500 years. This approach looks at global trends such as industrialization, immigration, and colonization, and how specific countries dealt with these trends, and in the process, developed nation states.
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HIST 109 - North American Indian History Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
A survey of the history and culture of North American Indians from their origins and dispersal to current problems and conditions. Includes political, military, and diplomatic aspects as well as cultural contributions. Emphasis will be from European contact to the present.
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HIST 111 - History of Horticulture Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
Introduction to the domestication of agricultural and ornamental species, and a general survey of the history, geography and development of cultigen, and early botanical influence on landscape, architecture and art. Special references will be addressed regarding domestication, crops, biotechnology, and the ongoing relationships between plants and human societies, both for sustenance and recreation.
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HIST 200 - History of Great Britain Since 1688 Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: H2 908
A study of Great Britain and Ireland with emphasis on the modern era. Among the topics considered are the English Revolution, the Age of Aristocracy, the Industrial Revolution, the Victorian Era, and Britain in the age of total war. Emphasis is on the social and economic history of Britain, on power and class contentions, social inertia, and violent change. The significance of Britain’s role in the course of contemporary history also is explored.
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HIST 201 - Modern Europe Since 1815 Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
A study of Europe’s domestic and foreign problems since 1815. Major topics include the development of industrialism and nationalism within the contexts of democracy and socialism. International rivalries, European imperialism, and the ideological challenge to liberalism arising from fascism, anarchism and the totalitarian doctrines also receive special attention.
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HIST 205 - French Revolution Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
This course will provide the student with an analysis of the major events of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1799. Topics covered will include: the origins of the Revolution in the society and government of Old Regime France and the major ideas of the Enlightenment; the major political, cultural and societal changes; and the impact that the French Revolution had upon the whole of Europe through war and the spread of liberal ideas.Prerequisite: COMPASS placement into ENG 101 or minimum grade of “C” in one of the following: ENG 021 and ENG 099 or the EAP course sequence ENG 079 and ENG 089 , or ENG 096 ; or consent of instructor. Recommended prerequisite: or .
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HIST 220 - History of Soviet Russia Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
A survey of the Soviet Union from its origin in the Bolshevik Revolution of 1917 to the time of its dissolution in 1991. The course focuses on the events, ideology and personalities that shaped the Soviet system. It explores the history of pre-Revolutionary Russia, Marxist-Leninist ideology, Revolution and its legacy, Civil War, the economy and culture of NEP, Stalin and his policies, the Second World War, the Cold War, de-Stalinization, Khruschev’s reforms, Brezhnev’s counter-reforms, Perestroika, and the end of the Soviet Empire.
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HIST 240 - History of Latin America Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
An introductory survey of Latin American history from pre-Columbian times to the present. The course focuses on various historical issues and problems, including human and physical geography; indigenous civilizations; European expansion and colonization; problems of race, ethnicity, class and gender; colonial economic, political, constitutional, and religious structures; struggle for independence; 20th century search for political and economic stability; and environmental degradation; population expansion; rapid urbanization; relations with the United States; and the place of Latin America in the post-Cold War reconfiguration of the world.
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HIST 250 - The Civil War and Reconstruction Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
A study of the era of the Civil War and Reconstruction focusing on the causes and course of the war, the battles over reconstructing the nation and both the short- and long-term effects on the nation. Special emphasis will be given to the impact of events on ordinary Americans. Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in HIST 103 HIST 104 HIST 106 or HIST 108 or consent of department.
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HIST 260 - History of the Middle East Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: S2 918N
An introductory survey of the Middle East (Southwest Asia and North Africa) history, religions, peoples, and cultures from the pre-Islamic era to the present. The course focuses on the rise and spread of Islam, the great pre-modern empires and their collapse under European pressures, reformists’ attempts to meet the European challenge, the age of colonialism, rise of nationalism, and the move toward independent states in the 19th and 20th centuries, “Pan-Arabist” and “Islamicist” ideologies, the Islamic Revolution in Iran, Saddam Hussein’s Iraq, and the impact of Israeli and Palestinian nationalism.
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HIST 270 - History of War II Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
A study of World War II from its origins in the peace settlement following World War I through the final surrender of Germany and Japan and the beginnings of the Cold War. The course focuses on the events, ideologies, and personalities which shaped the totalitarian regimes of Germany, Italy, and Japan, as well as those of the Allies, and their impact on the world. It explores the nature of fascist ideology, the failure of the Western allies to act in the face of aggressive warlike states, the course of the war throughout the world, the impact on civilians, the Nazi racial policies which led to the Holocaust, and the unleashing of the nuclear age. Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in HIST 104 HIST 106 or HIST 108 .
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HIST 290 - History of Africa Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: S2 906N
A survey of the pre-colonial history of the African continent through the modern period of decolonization, the struggle for independence, the growth of Pan-Africanism, social strife, economic dependency, and other problems of newly emerging African states.
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HIST 293 - History of Black America Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
A study of the role and impact of African-Americans from colonial times to the present. Emphasis is on the West African background, the nature and growth of slavery, Civil War and Reconstruction, the origins of segregation, the resurgence of African-American cultural traditions, racism, the ideologies of the black protest movement, and the experiences of African-Americans today.
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HORT 010 - Planting and Garden Tending Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-2-2
Pending ICCB Approval
Develop a practical experience in handling plants, chemicals, and gardening equipment needed for work functions in a greenhouse or nursery environment. Students will develop skills needed for the above stated as well as dealing with customers.
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HORT 100 - Introduction to Horticulture Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: AG 905
Survey of horticultural practices including the selection, use and care of fruit, vegetables, turf and ornamental plants. This course is designed to offer the general student a general introduction to the principles of plant growth and development as they apply to the wide range of horticultural crops and the industries related to production, marketing and utilization of horticultural crops.
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HORT 105 - Insects and People Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-1-3
This course provides a comprehensive view of the interaction between insects and people. Topics to be discussed will include the impact of insects on human civilizations; role of insects in our environment and ecology; beneficial insects; pest management; and insects in literature, art, music, and human and animal health. Basic insect anatomy and life cycles also will be covered. No prerequisites are required.
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HORT 151 - Electrical Controls Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
This course deals with the basics of electrical wiring, electric motors and the area of electrical controls such as systems for irrigation timing, lighting, and electrical monitoring as used in horticultural buildings and other areas.
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HORT 152 - Horticulture Equipment Power Units Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
This course explains the operation, servicing, and preventative maintenance of power units, electrical systems, power trains, hydraulic systems, and associated components commonly found on horticulture equipment. Special attention given to applied mechanical learning experiences similar to those a student can expect in a horticulture operation.
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HORT 160 - Principles of Horticultural Plants Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-2-4
A course in which plant science, anatomy, morphology, physiology, taxonomy, reproduction, and genetics are studied as they relate to horticultural plants.
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HORT 161 - Herbaceous Plants I Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-1-3
A study in the identification, selection, use, and maintenance of herbaceous plants in the landscape. Emphasis given to the cultural requirements of herbaceous plants used in the landscape. Prerequisite: HORT 160 or consent of department.
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HORT 162 - Woody Ornamentals Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-1-3
A study in the identification of deciduous trees and shrubs that are used primarily in landscaping. Emphasis is also placed on the cultural requirements of the plants, natural habitat in which they are found, and plant usage in the urban environment.
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HORT 163 - Evergreens, Vines and Groundcovers Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-1-3
A study in the identification, selection, use, and cultural requirements of woody and herbaceous ground covers, vines, needled evergreens, and broad-leaved evergreen plant materials used in the landscape. Prerequisite: HORT 160 or consent of department.
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HORT 164 - Herbaceous Plants II Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-1-3
A study in the identification, selection, use, and maintenance of herbaceous plants in the landscape. Emphasis will be given to the cultural requirements of herbaceous plants used in the landscape. Prerequisite: HORT 161 or consent of department.
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HORT 185 - Arboriculture Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
Principles in the planting care and maintenance of ornamental woody plants and shrubs in the landscape and urban forest including factors that affect plants, such as soils, nutrition, pruning, plant problem diagnosis, the Plant Health Care concept, plant structure and function, proper plant sitting, selection, planting, and maintenance.
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HORT 223 - Pathology Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-1-3
Basic principles of plant disease management control are the framework of this course which will include life cycles of pathogens, abiotic plant problems, host plants, symptoms, and diagnoses.
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HORT 224 - Horticulture Business Management Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
A study of the underlying principles of organizing, financing and managing business enterprises. In addition, specialized business activities such as merchandising, personnel management, marketing, credit management, and production control are introduced and utilized from a practical standpoint.
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HORT 243 - Entomology Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-1-3
This beginning course covers the biology and identification of insect and mite pests of horticultural crops including plant hosts, damages, and the identification of insects through structure and physiology with particular attention given to practices of pest management and plant health care.
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HORT 250 - Landscape Plans Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
Principles of landscape design including an appreciation of various landscape theories and objectives, art in landscape design and special landscape problems. Prerequisite: HORT 161 or HORT 162 or HORT 163 or consent of department.
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HORT 251 - Landscape Layout and Design Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
This course will emphasize applications of overhead design concerns of both commercial and residential landscape designs. Cost estimating of overhead landscape plans, land, and plant-material calculations also will be emphasized. Course will include pen and ink graphics and color renderings for sales presentation.
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HORT 252 - Computer Landscape Design of Herbaceous Gardens & Beds Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
This course will cover the creation of site plans and landscape-design documents. Emphasis is placed on practical application of software and hardware to develop working drawings for the landscape industry and customer. Prerequisite: HORT 161 , HORT 164 , and HORT 250 .
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HORT 253 - Landscape Construction Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
Landscape construction will be the main topic of this course. Landscape construction technology related to surveying, use of the steel tape, building material installation procedures to include paver-and-edge-restraint installation, retaining wall installation, grading and drainage procedures, skid-steer operation, ornamental pond installation and maintenance, trailer hook-up and tractor tie down, concrete installation, preparation procedures, and pricing will be discussed. When possible, skills related to current landscape construction technology will be practiced through hands-on experiences. Certified landscape technician information may be consulted. Student skills relating to surveying, grading, equipment use and operation, bidding, and other construction features will be enhanced.
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HORT 254 - Horticulture Summer Supervised Experience Program Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-40-6
(40-50 hours weekly on the job for a minimum of 10 weeks.) Supervised occupational experience in the horticulture area during the summer for students who have successfully completed HORT 160. Prerequisite: HORT 160 .
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HORT 255 - Horticulture Supervised Experience Program Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-40-9
Supervised occupational experience in the horticulture area during the spring for students who have successfully completed in the previous curriculum requirements. 40-50 hours weekly on the job for minimum of nine weeks. Prerequisite: Must have successfully completed 90 percent of the curriculum requirements.
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HORT 256 - Computer Landscape Design Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-3-3
A computer landscape drafting course covering site planning and landscape design module aids in the creation of architectural site plans and landscape design documents. Emphasis is placed on practical application of software and hardware to develop working drawings for the landscape industry.
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HORT 257 - Videoscape Design Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
A computer landscape video imaging course covering orientation to video imaging concepts and the creation of plantscape video images for interior and exterior residential and commercial developments. Emphasis is placed on practical application of software and hardware to develop working images for the plantscape industry.
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HORT 260 - Turf Management I Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
Units included are identification, use and selection of grasses for major turf areas including the propagation and establishment of these areas and the soil-turf relationship necessary for successful establishment and growth. Prerequisite: HORT 160 or consent of department.
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HORT 261 - Turf Management II Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
General techniques in the maintenance of turf areas and skills in the control of turf. Specific pests and cultural problems are major items of discussion. In addition, specialized turf equipment, maintenance and uses are included. Prerequisite: HORT 260 .
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HORT 270 - Plant Propagation Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-2-4
The study of propagation methods including grafting and budding techniques. Attention given to the production of better plants through plant breeding and genetics. Prerequisite: HORT 160 or consent of department.
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HORT 271 - Nursery Production and Practices Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-1-3
A study of operational methods and commercial practices in the management of nurseries with emphasis on commercial nursery production techniques, laws and facilities. Prerequisite: HORT 160 or consent of department.
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HORT 280 - Floral Design Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-2-4
IAI Code: AG 912
Introduction to basic western floral design styles. Presents the basic principles and elements of floral design, including traditional floral centerpiece construction, wiring and taping flowers for corsages and boutonnieres, and holiday or special occasion designs. All geometric design styles will be created. Course emphasizes design principles and elements. Identification, care and handling of fresh flowers and foliages will be discussed.
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HORT 281 - Greenhouse Management and Production Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-1-3
A study of greenhouse construction and operation to cover temperature, light, soils, gasses and nutrition, and the growth of bedding crops. Prerequisite: HORT 160 or consent of department.
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HORT 282 - Interior Plants and Plantscaping Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-1-3
Identification and practices, maintenance procedures and design use of tropical plants. Includes plant lighting, planting, watering, installation, and maintenance contracts. Prerequisite: HORT 160 or consent of department.
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HORT 283 - Floral Design II Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-2-4
This course is designed to give students the necessary skills to create a variety of advanced floral pieces. Emphasis will be placed on both sympathy and wedding floral pieces. Students will create a variety of bridal bouquets using armatures, bouquet holders and hand wiring. Students will receive practical experience creating flowers for two real weddings. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to conduct a bridal consultation, create recipes for the floral pieces, and create a wholesale supply list. Students will create a variety of sympathy arrangements, such as casket saddles, end sprays and fireside baskets. Identification of approximately 75 different wedding and sympathy cut flowers and foliages will be discussed. Prerequisite: HORT 280 or consent of department.
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HORT 285 - Floral Design III Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
Advanced design course emphasizing the use of dried and fabric botanicals in current floral designs. Identification of dried flowers as well as purchasing options and care requirements will be discussed. The class will create pieces that utilize current design techniques used by industry professionals. The class will familiarize students with the design possibilities that are offered by using dried and silk floral products. Students will be required to purchase some additional design materials to use in class. Prerequisite: HORT 283 or consent of department.
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HORT 286 - Floral Design IV Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-2-4
An advanced design course emphasizing current trends and techniques used in European floral design. Class uses fresh materials to create high styled designs. A variety of design techniques for placing plant materials and decorative accessories into a composition, including basing, banding, binding, clustering, collaring, framing, grouping, sculpted leaf work, mirroring, pave’, pillowing, reflexing, sectioning, shadowing, sheltering, terracing, and zoning. Design styles to be covered include abstract, Biedermeier, botanical, cloche, enclosure, English-garden, flobs and orbs, Ikebana, landscape, naturalistic, new convention, parallel, phoenix, stacked, and waterfall. Class will be involved in the creation of high-styled event work for the college and community. Identification and care and handling or exotic cut flowers and foliages will be emphasized.
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HORT 287 - Floral Crop Production I Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-1-3
Commercial production of fall floral crops in the greenhouse.Prerequisite: HORT 281 or consent of department.
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HORT 288 - Floral Crop Production II Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-1-3
Commercial production of spring floral crops in the greenhouse. Emphasis is on geraniums, impatiens and other annual bedding plants popular in today’s market. Methods of production that will be stressed include basket and plugs. Prerequisite: HORT 287 or consent of department.
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HORT 289 - Advanced Wedding and Event Floral Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-10-3
This class is designed to give students an in-depth experience creating advanced floral pieces for both weddings and events. Each student in the class will rotate through each floral design area of a wedding including, but not limited to, attendant bouquets, corsages and wristlets using gluing techniques, reception designs, floral pieces for the church including pew and altar decorations, flowers for the cake, banquet room entry designs, and specialty flower girl designs. Students will have experience creating everything from advanced bouquets to dramatic guest table pieces. Students will gain knowledge in packing floral items for delivery as well as special care and handling techniques to insure the floral pieces arrive safely. All of the floral work created will be for real weddings and events. Students will be designing pieces for area brides and grooms as well as for area organizations. Prerequisite: Minimum grade “A” in both HORT 280 and HORT 283 .
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HORT 299 - Special Topics in Horticulture Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3 (variable credit)
A course for the student with preparation in horticulture and will become involved in an extensive project. The nature of the project is to be determined by the instructor. The project can include research, instruction of some other combination that will contribute meaningfully to the education of the student or topics not currently covered in the horticulture program or not in the depth as required by the student.
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HOSP 110 - Service in the Hospitality Industry Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
This course is designed to give students knowledge of customer relations. Too often in this industry, management forgets the importance of front-line employees and how they affect the customer. This course helps students by giving them valuable knowledge on the importance of effective training, handling complaints and management skills. Students will understand the concept of service as it pertains to the hotel/restaurant industry, the customer, and the front-line employee.
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HOSP 112 - Hospitality Food Preparation Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-6-5
This course is designed to give students an introduction into the workings of a kitchen. Students will learn the proper and safe ways to operate, handle, use, and maintain kitchen equipment and machinery by demonstration and practical experience. At the end of the semester, students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of cooking methods and procedures.
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HOSP 120 - Exploring the Hospitality Industry Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
An introduction to the hospitality industry providing an overview of the food and lodging industries, including scope, size, organizational structure, economic impact, and employment opportunities. This course also serves as an introduction to management, including theories, styles, corporate cultures, and management of human resources. Designed to give the first-year student the necessary insights to make decisions on the focus of his/her future career path, including food or lodging and the management position to which the student most aspires.
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HOSP 150 - Beverage Management Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
This course involves the systematic study of beverages, emphasizing the costing and proper service of beverages, as well as using beverages as a complement to food. Students will receive alcohol awareness certification.
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HOSP 160 - Hotel and Restaurant Law Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
A study of the laws applicable to the ownership and operation of restaurants and lodging facilities. Consideration of the host’s special duties to guests, lodgers, tenants, and the handling of trespassers. Covered are the concepts of negligence as they relate to the tort laws and the hospitality manager’s special obligation to protect guests from harm. Also discussed are contracts-their legal definition and uses in hospitality, civil rights legislation and labor laws. Emphasis is given to Dram Shop Laws and the special obligations these laws put upon servers, managers and owners of hospitality enterprises.
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HOSP 233 - Management Accounting for the Hospitality Industry Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
Application of general accounting principles and the utilization of basic accounting-generated information in the analysis and decision-making process for a hospitality business. Emphasis is placed on data generated from the income statement, including break-even analysis, pricing, forecasting, budgeting, and cash management.
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