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2022-23 RACC Student Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Political Science |
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POS 290 - Cooperative Education I
Varies Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): 27 credits earned in student’s program with a 2.0 GPA.
Semesters Offered: All
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POS 291 - Cooperative Education II
Varies Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): 27 credits earned in student’s program with a 2.0 GPA.
Semesters Offered: All
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POS 299 - Special Studies and Special Topics
Varies Credit Hours
This course allows faculty to provide students with additional, timely learning experiences in their area of study. Each course of one to four credits is scheduled when needed with a unique topic, a specific syllabus, appropriate enrollment requirements and prerequisite courses. Up to 12 credits of special studies courses may be applied to a student’s program, insofar as they fit into the program requirements. (A special studies course may be repeated if a different specific topic is offered.) Special studies courses that are later approved as on-going courses in substantially the same form will not be counted toward the 12- credit limit.
Semesters Offered: See advisor
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Practical Nursing |
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PNP 007 - Practical Nursing Math Review
1 Credit Hours
This course is a one-credit review of basic mathematics skills that are required for the application of PN dosage and calculations. The material includes a review of whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, and proportions, as well as measurement, with an emphasis on application in the nursing profession.
Prerequisite(s): Recommendation of PNP advisor
Semesters Offered: Pre-Spring
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PNP 101 - Practical Nursing I
13 Credit Hours
This course emphasizes fundamental practical nursing principles and skills needed for holistic care of clients. Assessment via the nursing process, problem identification, and communications skills necessary for therapeutic care are emphasized. Sensitivity to the client’s culture, spiritual, and age-related needs are incorporated. This course focuses on individual and community health promotion and disease prevention concepts.
Prerequisite(s): EHR 100 , MAT 130 , PNP 109 w/a C or better, or BIO 250 and BIO 255 w/a C or better. In addition, students need current C.P.R. certification for healthcare professionals, completion of selective admissions procedure.
Corequisite(s): PNP 110 [Fee]
Semesters Offered: Spring
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PNP 102 - Practical Nursing II
13 Credit Hours
This course places emphasis on medical/surgical practical nursing concepts and their application to clinical practice. Principles of pharmacology are addressed within the implementation of the nursing process during alterations in health across the lifespan. Students examine human dynamics through the lifespan as they become exposed to family-centered health care including the evolving family during the prenatal and perinatal time period.
Prerequisite(s): PNP 101 w/a C+ or better; , PNP 111 w/a C or better, or BIO 250 and BIO 255 w/a C or better; current C.P.R. certification for healthcare professionals
Corequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 [Fee]
Semesters Offered: Summer
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PNP 103 - Practical Nursing III
13 Credit Hours
This course focuses on the transition from the role of student to the graduate practical nurse. Legal, ethical, and moral issues affecting the nurse are explored. A holistic approach to mental health nursing care is explored. Emphasis is also placed on the application of critical thinking to clinical judgment for the National Council Licensing Exam-Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN), and for leading and managing others in the workforce.
Prerequisite(s): PNP 102 , with a “C+” or higher, current C.P.R. certification for healthcare professionals
Corequisite(s): PSY 130 [Fee]
Semesters Offered: Fall
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PNP 109 - Body Structure & Function I
3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to introduce practical nursing students to basic concepts of biologic function incorporating physics, chemistry, microbiology, and nutrition. This course will enable the application of these concepts to the normal function as well as dysfunction of human body systems covered in a subsequent course.
Semesters Offered: All
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PNP 111 - Body Structure & Function II
3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to acquaint practical nursing students with the basic normal human anatomy and physiology. Integrated action between all body systems will be stressed. This course will enable the practical nursing student to relate normal structure and function to problems, which can affect body systems. It provides a foundation from which the student can build upon to learn abnormal human anatomy and physiology.
Prerequisite(s): PNP 109
Semesters Offered: TBA
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Programming |
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PRG 100 - Introduction to Computer Programming
3 Credit Hours
This course is for Information Technology majors. Fundamental concepts of computer programming logic are described. Input, output, and processing principles, as well as data processing capabilities of the computer are explained. Industry accepted pseudocoding techniques are used for logic development. Programming language is introduced to allow the student to apply the pseudocode logic to a program for visual output.
Prerequisite(s): COM 098 or EAP 060 or appropriate placement test scores, MAT 030 , MAT 032 , MAT 034 , or MAT 035 , IFT 110
Semesters Offered: Fall/Spring
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PRG 160 - JavaScript
3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to teach programmers how to develop Web applications using the JavaScript programming language. Students will learn how to add functionality and to make web pages dynamic. This course will demonstrate how to use Script to add functionality to Web pages by inserting code within an HTML document.
Prerequisite(s): PRG 100 , WEB 100
Semesters Offered: Spring
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PRG 260 - Database Systems
3 Credit Hours
This course teaches relational fundamentals and SQL programming skills. Topics covered include relational database architecture, database design techniques, and simple and complex query skills. Topics covered include SQL functions, join techniques, database objects, and constraints. Extensive hands-on exercises are used throughout to reinforce learning and develop real competency.
Prerequisite(s): PRG 100 , IFT 110
Semesters Offered: Spring
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Psychology |
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PSY 100 - Personal Development
3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to provide students with skills needed to be successful in the college environment and to enhance self-awareness, interpersonal communication, and decision-making skills.
Semesters Offered: Fall/Spring
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PSY 120 - Interpersonal Relations & Communications
3 Credit Hours
The course investigates how individuals relate on a personal level. Consideration will be given to verbal and non-verbal communications.
Prerequisite(s): COM 097 or EAP 040 and EAP 020 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: All
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PSY 131 - General Psychology (Honors)
3 Credit Hours
This course will concern itself with psychological phenomena that are basic for understanding human behavior. Topics include history, methods and fields of psychology, learning, motivation, memory, intelligence, emotion, personality, human development, and psychological disorders and their treatment. The course will involve in-depth study and exploratory learning, essay writing, collaborative activities, and individualized research.
Prerequisite(s): COM 098 or EAP 050 and EAP 060 and eligibility for the Honors Program
Semesters Offered: TBA
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PSY 208 - Development Across the Lifespan
3 Credit Hours
This course will involve study of the aspects of biological, social and cognitive development from the conception and prenatal period through old age and death.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Spring
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PSY 210 - Child Psychology
3 Credit Hours
This course explores various theories of physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development from infancy through middle childhood.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: All
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PSY 212 - Adolescent Psychology
3 Credit Hours
Adolescence is considered a distinctive phase of human development in this psychology course. The interaction of biological and psychological variables is examined to provide knowledge of the relationship and the manifestation of behavior attendant thereto which tends to occur during the period of adolescence. Theories advanced by major schools of psychology will be studied as well.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Spring
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PSY 214 - Psychology of Adulthood & Aging
3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to fill the void in knowledge created by the assumption that adulthood is a period of unchanging life, and offers specific information which demonstrates the varying phases that adults experience. It directs students to alter their presumptions and assist them in developing skills to recognize variation in adult behavior as symptomatic of phase changes.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Fall
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PSY 220 - Psychology of Adjustment
3 Credit Hours
Mental Health focuses on the various forms of adjustment that individuals use to cope with stress, frustration, and pressures. Students will be given an opportunity to improve their coping skills - i.e., dealing with problems in a task-oriented rather than ego-oriented manner. Discussion will be held concerning the use of defenses and secondary gains in the different forms of psychopathology. In Mental Health, humans are viewed holistically as a product of physiological, psychological, social, and cultural factors.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Spring/Summer
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PSY 226 - Counseling Theories
3 Credit Hours
Students will examine the major theoretical counseling orientations and their therapeutic approaches. Specific areas examined include: Psychoanalytic Therapy, Adlerian Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Existential Therapy, Rational-Emotive Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Postmodern approaches, and other therapeutic approaches.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 and PSY 130
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PSY 230 - Abnormal Psychology
3 Credit Hours
This course will focus on the various forms of abnormal behaviors exhibited by individuals. It will inquire into the maladaptive behaviors and problems exhibited by people and current procedures used therapeutically to help people function more fully.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Fall/Spring
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PSY 234 - Group Dynamics
3 Credit Hours
This course presents a broad, integrative overview of group dynamics in a highly interactive format. It is designed to meet the needs of Human Service and other students by introducing them to theory and research findings needed to effectively create and maintain productive groups; and, it helps build skills required to apply that knowledge in real-world situations in the workplace and many other group settings.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Fall/Spring
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PSY 235 - Social Psychology
3 Credit Hours
An analysis of the major thought systems, schools of psychology, and general theories of social psychology.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Fall and Spring
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PSY 240 - Educational Psychology
3 Credit Hours
Educational Psychology is a course designed to give students an introduction to the psychological principles in education. Learning styles, program, and methods will be explored. Educational implications of research on child development, cognitive science, learning, and teaching will be analyzed.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Spring
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PSY 245 - Biological Basis of Human Behavior
3 Credit Hours
Biological Basis of Human Behavior is a course designed to give the student a broad knowledge base of neurophysiology. This course will focus on applications of this knowledge base to adaptive and maladaptive human behaviors. The emphasis of this course is on brain structure and function and the neurophysiologic processes fundamental to learning and memory, reward, perception, hunger, thirst, sleep, sexual behavior, emotions, and psychological disorders. This course is designed to meet the needs of Psychology and other Social Science and Human Services students.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Spring
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PSY 250 - Sensation and Perception in Psychology
3 Credit Hours
This course is an introduction to the biological processes of sensation and perception. The basics of neural anatomy, physiology and psychophysics will be covered. Some rudimentary concepts of how neuronal circuits affect sensory processes will be presented. Topics related to brain development, damage and abnormal functioning will also be discussed in light of modern theories of sensory system malfunction, Mechanisms of sensory processing in human and other mammalian brains will be discussed with some emphasis on human clinical techniques (e.g. magnetic resonance imaging and optical imaging). Three general levels are covered: a) the level of events in the peripheral sensory organ, b) the level of central nervous system, and c) the level of behavioral phenomena and sensory perceptual abilities.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Fall
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PSY 261 - Psychology in the World of Harry Potter (Honors)
3 Credit Hours
The Psychology in the World of Harry Potter will use the Harry Potter books to examine a variety of topics in psychology. Toics incluse child and adolescent development, personality theory, psychopathology, cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoanalysis, curiosity, grief, racism, power, cooperation, and the nature/nurture controversy.
Honors courses include more activities such as essay writing, exploratory learning, research, and collaboration then non-honors focused courses.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 130, eligibility for honors program, thorough reading of all 7 Harry Potter books or permission of instructor.
Semesters Offered: Summer
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PSY 270 - Research Methods in Psychology
3 Credit Hours
Research methods in psychology as a course provides a venue for the application of basic research methods in psychology to include research design, data analysis, and interpretation.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , MAT 210 , PSY 130 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Spring
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PSY 290 - Cooperative Education I
Varies Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): 27 credits earned in student’s program with a 2.0 GPA
Semesters Offered: All
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PSY 291 - Cooperative Education II
Varies Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): 27 credits earned in student’s program with a 2.0 GPA
Semesters Offered: All
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PSY 299 - Special Studies and Special Topics
Varies Credit Hours
This course allows faculty to provide students with additional, timely learning experiences in their area of study. Each course of one to four credits is scheduled when needed with a unique topic, a specific syllabus, appropriate enrollment requirements and prerequisite courses. Up to 12 credits of special studies courses may be applied to a student’s program, insofar as they fit into the program requirements. (A special studies course may be repeated if a different specific topic is offered.) Special studies courses that are later approved as on-going courses in substantially the same form will not be counted toward the 12- credit limit.
Semesters Offered: See advisor
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RES 150 - Respiratory Care I
5 Credit Hours
This course introduces a respiratory care student to the fundamental practice of respiratory care including an overview of pathophysiology related to the cardiopulmonary system. Emphasis is placed on client assessment, respiratory therapeutics, infection prevention, and incorporating evidence-based practice into plans of care. Students will be introduced to patient assessment including laboratory and radiology studies. Ethics, professionalism and interdisciplinary communication are also introduced. Students demonstrate assessment skills, fundamental therapeutic interventions and procedures in the laboratory and selected settings.
Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Respiratory Care Program, BIO 250 with a grade of “C” or better
Semesters Offered: Fall
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RES 200 - Cardiopulmonary Physiologic Processes
2 Credit Hours
This course focuses on specific concepts of normal cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology. Content includes the process of ventilation, gaseous difussion and transport to the periphery, matching of ventilaiton and perfusion, and acid base balance.
Prerequisite(s): RES 150 and RES 212 with a “C” or better
Semesters Offered: Spring
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RES 212 - Pharmacology
2 Credit Hours
This course introduces students to the study of pharmacological principles related to the treatment of patients with cardiopulmonary disease. The course includes a study of the anatomy and basic function of the central and peripheral nervous, principles of drugs on particular body systems. Inhaled broncho-active aerosols and other agents commonly employed in the care of the cardiopulmonary patient are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Respiratory Care Program, BIO 250 with a “C” or better, MAT 130
Semesters Offered: Fall
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RES 227 - Respiratory Care II
7 Credit Hours
The course introduces advanced concepts of diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care modalities including arterial blood gas puncture and analysis, pulmonary function, non-invasive respiratory support, and airway management. Clinical rotations provide students with an introduction to patient care using electronic databases. Guided clinical experiences provide opportunities to deliver care to clients.
Prerequisite(s): CSS 103 , COM 121 , RES 150 , RES 212 with a “C” or better
Semesters Offered: Spring
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RES 232 - Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care
2 Credit Hours
This course prepares students with a theoretical understanding of fetal cardiopulmonary development. Content includes disease states specific to nenatal pediatric patients as well as implementation of physical assessment and adaptation of respiratory care modalities. Application of this knowledge prepares students to enter into the neonatal/pediatric critcal care clinical setting.
Prerequisite(s): RES 227 with a “C” or better
Semesters Offered: Summer
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RES 237 - Respiratory Care III
3 Credit Hours
The course introduces the student to the foundations of mechanical ventilation and respiratory mechanics of the critically ill client. Content includes initiation, maintenance, and discontinuance of ventilatory support, and non-invasive and invasive cardiopulmonary monitoring. Students demonstrate assessment skills, fundamental therapeutic interventions and procedures in the laboratory and selected settings.
Prerequisite(s): RES 227 with a “C” or better, BIO 255 , PSY 130 , MAT 130
Semesters Offered: Summer
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RES 255 - Respiratory Care IV
9 Credit Hours
This course applies basic and complex principles in the care of critically ill clients. Topics include diagnostic and therapeutic modalities in the holistic management of clients across the lifespan. Students will apply quality control and safety measures to practice. Guided clinical experiences provide opportunities to deliver care to clients and families.
Prerequisite(s): RES 232 , RES 237 with a “C” or better
Semesters Offered: Fall
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RES 265 - Respiratory Care V
9 Credit Hours
The course content applies prior knowledge and skills learned throughout the respiratory care curriculum. Students prepare for the transitional role of graduate to a professional respiratory therapist. Students apply theory and safe clinical practice to guide the prioritization of care using clinical judgment which integrates evidence-based concepts, and leadership principles. Health care delivery trends are examined. Students will be required to attend a national review seminar. This course is designed to allow the student to practice using computer assisted clinical simulation software as well as allow for a general program review in preparation for credentialing examinations. Emphasis is placed on development of critical thinking skills, specific to the discipline, and development of computer literacy.
Prerequisite(s): RES 255 with a “C” or better, BIO 280 , COM 141 or COM 151
Semesters Offered: Spring
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SWK 110 - Introduction to Social Work
3 Credit Hours
This is an introductory course which identifies basic social problems, their causes, treatment, and the effects upon society. The course will put emphasis upon the role and function of the human services worker, the dynamics involved in the helping process, and the problems facing local social agencies which exist to respond to social problems in the community.
Prerequisite(s): COM 098 or and EAP 060
Semesters Offered: Fall/Spring/Summer
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SWK 230 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment (HBSE)
3 Credit Hours
This course focuses on human development across the lifespan in a multi-cultural context. In addition to exploring bio-psycho-social theories of development across the lifespan, students in the course will address the significance of the intersections of people and their environments. Further analysis will discuss the impact of social institutions on lifespan development. Various constructs from the Social Work profession will be utilized throughout the course. These include but are not limited to; Person in Environment Perspective (PIE), strengths-perspective, Problem Solving Process/Generalist Intervention Model, NASW Code of Ethics, and systems theory.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , SWK 110 , PSY 130 , SOC 130 , ANT 140 Recommended: PSY 208
Semesters Offered: Spring
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SWK 240 - Poverty & Social Welfare Policy
3 Credit Hours
This course focuses on current social policy issues as they affect the following major areas of social work practice: poverty, aging, mental health, physical health, and child welfare. Social welfare policies are evaluated from social, economic, and political perspectives. The course provides a historical overview of the major social welfare policies to combat poverty and a critical appraisal of current welfare reform policies. Attention is given to the relationship between research knowledge about poverty and current policies. The effects of gender, ethnicity, and class on patterns of poverty and policy responses are also examined.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , SWK 110 COM 121
Semesters Offered: Fall
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Sociology |
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SOC 120 - Organizational Behavior
3 Credit Hours
The formal structure of organizations will be considered. The interaction of groups within formal organizational structures will also be covered.
Prerequisite(s): COM 098 or EAP 050 and EAP 060
Semesters Offered: TBA
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SOC 125 - The Individual & Society
3 Credit Hours
This is a course designed to help students cope with life as well as to acquaint them with the basic theory and knowledge of the social sciences. Information from psychology, sociology, anthropology, political science and economics is integrated to help students comprehend the operation of both their own and other social systems. The course emphasizes the relationship of individuals to these systems. It also encourages the development of attitudes and skills which will result in greater self-determination of lifestyle for individuals in contemporary society.
Prerequisite(s): COM 098 or EAP 050 and EAP 060
Semesters Offered: All
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SOC 130 - Sociology
3 Credit Hours
Basic theory, methodology, and knowledge from the field of sociology are the subjects of this course. Concepts such as group, role, norm, status, stratification, socialization, social control, and deviance are discussed. Utilizing various cultures at various times as examples, the understanding of social change is promoted.
Prerequisite(s): COM 098 or EAP 050 and EAP 060
Semesters Offered: All
This course satisfies the core competency for
Cultural Understanding.
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SOC 131 - Sociology (Honors)
3 Credit Hours
Basic theory, methodology, and knowledge from the field of sociology are the subjects of this course. Concepts such as group, role, norm, status, stratification, socialization, social control, and deviance are discussed. Utilizing various cultures at various times as examples, the understanding of social change is promoted. Honors courses involve more in-depth study than non-honors courses and often involve exploratory learning, essay writing, collaborative activities and individualized research.
Prerequisite(s): COM 098 or EAP 050 and EAP 060
Semesters Offered: TBA
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SOC 210 - Social Problems
3 Credit Hours
Basic social problems, their causes, controls, and effects upon society will be explored. The course also focuses upon the identification of current social issues and the role of social policy making in implementation of social problems and change.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122
Semesters Offered: Spring
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SOC 220 - The Family
3 Credit Hours
This course examines the family from the interdisciplinary viewpoint of sociology, psychology, and cultural anthropology with special emphasis on the American family. The course includes family and personality, universal patterns, cultural and social variations of family structures, problems in family life, and reorganization of the family.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , PSY 130
Semesters Offered: Fall/Summer
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SOC 230 - Sociology of Gender
3 Credit Hours
This course focuses on the evidence gathered by social scientists in their attempts to resolve the nature-nurture dispute about the origin of the observed average male-female differences in preferences, abilities, and behavior. It also considers the strategies that are being employed or planned to eliminate sexist obstacles that hinder the full achievement of individual potentials.
Prerequisite(s): COM 121 or COM 122 , SOC 125 or SOC 130
Semesters Offered: TBA
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SOC 291 - Cooperative Education II
Varies Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): 27 credits earned in student’s program with a 2.0 GPA
Semesters Offered: All
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SOC 299 - Special Studies and Special Topics
Varies Credit Hours
This course allows faculty to provide students with additional, timely learning experiences in their area of study. Each course of one to four credits is scheduled when needed with a unique topic, a specific syllabus, appropriate enrollment requirements and prerequisite courses. Up to 12 credits of special studies courses may be applied to a student’s program, insofar as they fit into the program requirements. (A special studies course may be repeated if a different specific topic is offered.) Special studies courses that are later approved as on-going courses in substantially the same form will not be counted toward the 12- credit limit.
Prerequisite(s): See advisor
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SPA 101 - Spanish I
3 Credit Hours
Spanish I introduces the four basic elements of Spanish language acquisition: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Using these skills, students will learn to communicate in Spanish at an introductory level. In addition, students will explore the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries, with emphasis on the Caribbean and South America.
Semesters Offered: All
*Placement Guidelines for Foreign Language Classes
Students should select a class based on their prior experience; if they follow these guidelines in selecting a course, they will have the instructor’s permission to enter the level of language study indicated here.
Non-native speakers: Students with no experience or with one year of high school Spanish should take Spanish I. Spanish II is the appropriate choice for students with two or three years of high school Spanish. Students with four years of high school Spanish should take Spanish III or Spanish IV; Spanish III will offer greater opportunity for review. Students who have been away from language study for a number of years, had unsatisfactory grades in previous language courses, or attended classes where the primary focus was limited to conjugating verbs or translating sentences may select a lower course in consultation with their instructor or advisor. Please note that Spanish I is designed for students with no experience in the language.
Native speakers of Spanish: Students who have had listening and/or speaking practice in the home setting but limited experience writing should take Spanish I. Students with intermediate high proficiency in Spanish who are confident writing and speaking about past, present, and future events, listing daily activities, asking questions, and describing themselves, family, and friends should enroll in Spanish III or IV.
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SPA 102 - Spanish II
3 Credit Hours
Spanish II is a continuation of Spanish I. In this course, studetns will expand their knowledge of the language with emphasis on reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Using these skills, students will be able to communicate at an intermediate level. In addition, students will explore the cultures of Mexico and Central America.
Prerequisite(s): SPA 101
Semesters Offered: All
*Placement Guidelines for Foreign Language Classes
Students should select a class based on their prior experience; if they follow these guidelines in selecting a course, they will have the instructor’s permission to enter the level of language study indicated here.
Non-native speakers: Students with no experience or with one year of high school Spanish should take Spanish I. Spanish II is the appropriate choice for students with two or three years of high school Spanish. Students with four years of high school Spanish should take Spanish III or Spanish IV; Spanish III will offer greater opportunity for review. Students who have been away from language study for a number of years, had unsatisfactory grades in previous language courses, or attended classes where the primary focus was limited to conjugating verbs or translating sentences may select a lower course in consultation with their instructor or advisor. Please note that Spanish I is designed for students with no experience in the language.
Native speakers of Spanish: Students who have had listening and/or speaking practice in the home setting but limited experience writing should take Spanish I. Students with intermediate high proficiency in Spanish who are confident writing and speaking about past, present, and future events, listing daily activities, asking questions, and describing themselves, family, and friends should enroll in Spanish III or IV.
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SPA 201 - Spanish III
3 Credit Hours
Spanish III is a continuation of Spanish II. In this course, students will expand their knowledge of the language with emphasis on reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Using these skills, students will be able to communicate at an intermediate/advanced level. In addition, students will explore the cultures of Spain.
Prerequisite(s): SPA 102
Semesters Offered: Fall/Spring
*Placement Guidelines for Foreign Language Classes
Students should select a class based on their prior experience; if they follow these guidelines in selecting a course, they will have the instructor’s permission to enter the level of language study indicated here.
Non-native speakers: Students with no experience or with one year of high school Spanish should take Spanish I. Spanish II is the appropriate choice for students with two or three years of high school Spanish. Students with four years of high school Spanish should take Spanish III or Spanish IV; Spanish III will offer greater opportunity for review. Students who have been away from language study for a number of years, had unsatisfactory grades in previous language courses, or attended classes where the primary focus was limited to conjugating verbs or translating sentences may select a lower course in consultation with their instructor or advisor. Please note that Spanish I is designed for students with no experience in the language.
Native speakers of Spanish: Students who have had listening and/or speaking practice in the home setting but limited experience writing should take Spanish I. Students with intermediate high proficiency in Spanish who are confident writing and speaking about past, present, and future events, listing daily activities, asking questions, and describing themselves, family, and friends should enroll in Spanish III or IV.
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SPA 202 - Spanish IV
3 Credit Hours
Spanish IV is a continuation of Spanish III. The focus of this course is to enhance the appreciation for the Spanish language and cultures through the use of Spanish films. Specifically, orally and in writing, students will analyze the plot, describe the main characters, and explain the cross-cultural message(s) incorporated in selected movies.
Prerequisite(s): SPA 201 or permission of instructor
Semesters Offered: Spring
*Placement Guidelines for Foreign Language Classes
Students should select a class based on their prior experience; if they follow these guidelines in selecting a course, they will have the instructor’s permission to enter the level of language study indicated here.
Non-native speakers: Students with no experience or with one year of high school Spanish should take Spanish I. Spanish II is the appropriate choice for students with two or three years of high school Spanish. Students with four years of high school Spanish should take Spanish III or Spanish IV; Spanish III will offer greater opportunity for review. Students who have been away from language study for a number of years, had unsatisfactory grades in previous language courses, or attended classes where the primary focus was limited to conjugating verbs or translating sentences may select a lower course in consultation with their instructor or advisor. Please note that Spanish I is designed for students with no experience in the language.
Native speakers of Spanish: Students who have had listening and/or speaking practice in the home setting but limited experience writing should take Spanish I. Students with intermediate high proficiency in Spanish who are confident writing and speaking about past, present, and future events, listing daily activities, asking questions, and describing themselves, family, and friends should enroll in Spanish III or IV.
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SPA 205 - Intermediate to Advanced Conversational Spanish
3 Credit Hours
This course will offer students the opportunity to work on accent reduction, intonation, and fluency necessary to increase confidence in the Spanish language. The focus of the course is to practice Spanish while increasing understanding of Spanish-speaking cultures. Specifically, students will have an opportunity to practice interviewing skills, plan a trip, and make presentations on topics such as art, literature, and celebrations pertinent to the Latino world. Auditory skills will be enhanced by listening to and viewing Spanish media, such as television, radio, and films.
Prerequisite(s): SPA 201 or higher (or approval from the Instructor)
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SPA 299 - Special Studies and Special Topics
Varies Credit Hours
This course allows faculty to provide students with additional, timely learning experiences in their area of study. Each course of one to four credits is scheduled when needed with a unique topic, a specific syllabus, appropriate enrollment requirements and prerequisite courses. Up to 12 credits of special studies courses may be applied to a student’s program, insofar as they fit into the program requirements. (A special studies course may be repeated if a different specific topic is offered.) Special studies courses that are later approved as on-going courses in substantially the same form will not be counted toward the 12- credit limit.
Semesters Offered: See advisor
*Placement Guidelines for Foreign Language Classes
Students should select a class based on their prior experience; if they follow these guidelines in selecting a course, they will have the instructor’s permission to enter the level of language study indicated here.
Non-native speakers: Students with no experience or with one year of high school Spanish should take Spanish I. Spanish II is the appropriate choice for students with two or three years of high school Spanish. Students with four years of high school Spanish should take Spanish III or Spanish IV; Spanish III will offer greater opportunity for review. Students who have been away from language study for a number of years, had unsatisfactory grades in previous language courses, or attended classes where the primary focus was limited to conjugating verbs or translating sentences may select a lower course in consultation with their instructor or advisor. Please note that Spanish I is designed for students with no experience in the language.
Native speakers of Spanish: Students who have had listening and/or speaking practice in the home setting but limited experience writing should take Spanish I. Students with intermediate high proficiency in Spanish who are confident writing and speaking about past, present, and future events, listing daily activities, asking questions, and describing themselves, family, and friends should enroll in Spanish III or IV.
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SPE 100 - Introduction to Special Education
3 Credit Hours
This course is intended to give students a foundation of knowledge about the nature and needs of children with special needs and their families. It introduces the students to federal and state laws and regulations, including the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA), classifications of disabilities, service options, and procedural safeguards. Current issues, research, and techniques for education students with disabilities are reviewed.
Prerequisite(s): COM 098 or EAP 050 and EAP 060
Semesters Offered: Fall/Spring
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THR 120 - Introduction to Theater
3 Credit Hours
Introduction to Theater introduces students to the collaboration among playwright, actors, production team and audience. While examining theater as it represents culture, students will see how each of the stakeholders in a production reads a script differently. In addition, students will gain an overview of the research, planning and decision-making necessary to interpret themes on stages for a live audience.
Prerequisite(s): COM 098 or EAP 050 and EAP 060
Semesters Offered: TBA
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THR 122 - Acting I
3 Credit Hours
In Acting I students will explore the basics of acting. They will learn methods of acting used over the centuries to perform monologues, dialogues and ensemble work. They also will analyze their own and their classmates’ performances. Through course activities students will practice skills, learn vocabulary and develop techniques to improve their acting ability.
Prerequisite(s): COM 098 or EAP 050 and EAP 060 with a grade of “C” or higher
Semesters Offered: TBA
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THR 124 - Acting II
3 Credit Hours
Acting II is a continuation of the principles learned in Acting I and focused on preparing roles from specific dramatic texts. Students will combine acting theory and practice to deepen their knowledge and understanding of the methods used in approaching monologues and scenes. Students will build upon their portfolios as well as re-enforce audition techniques. They will enhance the basic skills required for working with modern dramatic texts along with at least one text featuring heightened poetic language. Through course activities, students will continue to practice and improve acting skills and techniques, analyze their own work and the work of their peers, and learn new subject-specific vocabulary.
Prerequisite(s): THR 122 or permission of the instructor.
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WEB 100 - Web Design I - HTML
3 Credit Hours
This course teaches students how to plan and design a website using fundamental web design principles. Students also learn several criteria to evaluate and analyze web page designs. The course focuses on creating sites that are user-oriented and which information easily and quickly. The course teaches the use of basic and intermediate level HTML. Additional topics include web typography, effective use of color and graphics, page layout techniques, and publishing and maintaining websites.
Prerequisite(s): COM 098 or EAP 050 and EAP 060 , MAT 020
Semesters Offered: Fall/Spring
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WEB 115 - Web Design II - Web Authoring Software
3 Credit Hours
This course teaches students to use the industry standard Web design application Adobe Dreamweaver. Students will design and author a website that is user-friendly, portable and easy to modify. Topics of this course include the use of tables for flexible layout and design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), selected JavaScript behaviors, the appropriate use of color, and effective navigation strategies. At the completion of the course, students will have designed, created, and tested a website.
Prerequisite(s): WEB 100
Semesters Offered: Spring
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WEB 200 - E-Commerce
3 Credit Hours
This course provides students with an understanding of the environment of Internet-based selling of products and services. Students are introduced to the world of E-commerce through consideration of concepts including the role of the Internet as a component of a comprehensive marketing program, the development of an effective commercial website, and the use of the Internet as a payment mechanism.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 100 , WEB 100
Semesters Offered: Spring
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WEB 215 - Web Design Graphics
3 Credit Hours
This course teaches students to use Adobe Fireworks, a professional graphics application, for the creation and editing of website graphics. Students learn the basic and advanced tools in Fireworks. Students also create vector and bitmap graphics. Techniques for efficiency such as using symbols and layers are practiced throughout the course. Students learn to create navigation bars, rollover buttons, image maps, and pop-up menus for sophisticated, user-friendly web pages. Concurrently: WEB 115
Semesters Offered: Spring
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WEB 225 - Multimedia for the Web
3 Credit Hours
Multimedia for websites includes audio, video, and animation. This course teaches students how to create theses elements in a variety of formats, and incorporate them into websites using industry-standard software.
Prerequisite(s): WEB 215
Semesters Offered: Spring
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WEB 230 - Web Databases
3 Credit Hours
The student will learn how to use PHP to add functionality and interactivity to websites. Students will also be able to manipulate online Access and MySQL databases with PHP scripting.
Prerequisite(s): WEB 115
Semesters Offered: Fall
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WEB 240 - Responsive Design
3 Credit Hours
Responsive Web Design (RWD) is an approach to web design aimed at creating sites that provide an optimal viewing experience across devices ranging from desktop computer monitors to mobile phones. In this course, students will learn to employ the principles of responsive design by utilizing flexible grids, flexible images, and media queries.
Prerequisite(s): WEB 115
Semesters Offered: Spring
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Data Science |
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DSC 140 - Web Development and Design
3 Credit Hours
This course introduces students to fundamental skills required to build a standards-compliant Web site for effective display of decision-making data. Students will master front-end web development using HTML (HyperText Markup Language), CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) and JavaScript coding languages. By the end of the course, students will be able to plan, design, build, implement and maintain a web site using current standards and best practices. Students will collaborate and present class projects, to demonstrate communication and presentation skills.
Prerequisite(s): IFT 110 ; MAT 030 or MAT 032 or MAT 035 with a grade of “C” ; COM 098 or (EAP 050 and EAP 060 ) with grades of “C” or better, or placement by exam.
Semesters Offered: Fall
On-campus
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DSC 180 - Introduction to Frameworks (with JavaScript and Python)
3 Credit Hours
The course introduces students to various Frameworks and Libraries for developing dynamic, high-performance applications used in processing multiple data sets under various contexts.
Students will be introduced to computational concepts, algorithm development, programming languages, and problem-solving techniques. Students will develop proficiency in the Python programming language, used in various applications involving Web Development, Game Development, Data Science, Predictive analysis, and Data Visualization. Python supports multiple programming paradigms while aiding programmers to write clear, logical code for small and large-scale projects. Students will learn the essential parts of the Python standard library, then design testable and maintainable programs using Python.
Prerequisite(s): DSC 120 ; DSC 140 ; MAT 210 , with grades of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Spring
On-campus
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DSC 200 - Data-Oriented Design for Game Development
3 Credit Hours
Students will develop a practical understanding of 3D animation and computer-generated imagery (CGI) by manipulating space and form to create three-dimensional (3D) animated text, graphics, and characters that can be used in games, multimedia and transmedia, and other data visualization applications. Working on multiple projects, students will decide on a game’s and/or animation’s features, design the story or purpose, create models from complex data, determine needed assets, and present to classmates for feedback and critique.
Students will apply data analytics to track user performance, and make predictions to increase user engagement. Students will also learn how emerging technologies are shaping the entertainment and media industries and how to prepare for careers in this dynamic industry.
Prerequisite(s): DSC 140
Semesters Offered: Spring
On-campus
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DSC 220 - Predictive Analytics I
3 Credit Hours
Using linear statistical models, this course introduces students to predictive analytics, a method used to analyze and interpret data for patterns, then design models for informed decisions based on trends and data patterns. Applying fundamental statistical concepts, students will use various statistical analytical tools and programming software to develop models that analyze Big Data and create forecasts for decision making.
Prerequisite(s): DSC 180 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Fall
On-campus.
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DSC 230 - Data Visualization
3 Credit Hours
This course introduces students to principles and techniques of data visualization as an analytical tool, a communication medium, and the source for interactive information. Using industry-certified data visualization tools, students will apply visualization techniques in designing relevant graphical formats and dashboards for use by diverse stakeholders.
Prerequisite(s): DSC 210 or PRG 260 with grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Spring, Summer
On-campus.
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DSC 260 - Predictive Analytics II - Machine Learning with AI
3 Credit Hours
This course covers advanced study and practice in predictive analytics and data mining. Students will be introduced to Machine Learning, an Artificial Intelligence (AI) technique that uses algorithms to learn from the data they process and analyze to produce reliable, effective, reproducible results for planning and making recommendations. Students will also apply skills from prior coursework in predictive analytics, programming, and data visualization to a specific project in their field of interest.
Prerequisite(s): DSC 220 with a grade of “C” or better.
Semesters Offered: Spring
On-campus.
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