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BCA 213 - Intermed Computer Business App Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Develop a proficiency in decision-making using computer software applications. Emphasizes the production of final documents for real business applications such as mail merge, desktop publishing, linked spreadsheets, sorting, filtering, customized database forms and reports and enhancement of presentations.
Prerequisite: BCA 212 with a grade of “C-” or better OR CSC 110 with a grade of “C-” or better
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BCA 214 - Adv Computer Business Appl Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Covers post-advanced applications using Microsoft Office. Working with master documents, creating index and table of contents from long reports, creating online forms, learning to use auditing and data validation tools, customizing forms and administering a database and creating complex presentations are emphasized.
Prerequisite: BCA 213 with a “C-” or better
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BCA 250 - Desktop Publishing Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
In a PC environment, use image enhancement software such as Adobe Photoshop to manipulate photo and graphic files. Apply principles of desktop publishing in the development of publications using software such as Microsoft Publisher. Convert files into Web-ready format.
Prerequisite: BCA 212 with a “C-” or better or CSC 110 with a “C-” or better
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Biology |
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BIO 100 - Opportunities in Biology Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
An exploration of careers and advanced educational opportunities in the biological sciences at the local, state and national levels.
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BIO 104 - Introductory Biology w/lab Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Introduction to basic concepts in biology. Topics include the scientific method, cell structure and function, genetic inheritance, evolution, diversity of life at the organismal level, ecology and ecosystems. Biology as an experimental science and biotechnology will be explored through laboratory experiences.
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BIO 112 - General Biology I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
First semester of Biology for majors. Topics covered include chemistry of life, cells, bioenergetics, genetics, evolution, viruses, prokaryotes and protists.
Prerequisite: H.S. Biology & H.S. Chemistry or equivalent
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BIO 113 - General Biology II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Second semester of biology for majors. Topics covered include fungi, plants, animals and ecology. It is recommended that BIO 112 be taken prior to this course.
Prerequisite: H.S. biology and H.S. chemistry or equivalent
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BIO 135 - Introduction to Botany Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
This course is an introduction to the biology of plants. The course acquaints students with plant classification, morphology, anatomy, physiology, diversity and evolutionary and ecological relationships. Includes laboratory and field exercises.
Prerequisite: High School Biology and/or High School Chemistry recommended.
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BIO 138 - Field Ecology Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Field and laboratory studies of native plants and animals of Iowa. Emphasis is placed on ecological relationships. Selected field trips are conducted to forest, prairie, marsh and riparian habitats in the local area.
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BIO 145 - Ecology of Iowa Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Surveys the major landforms of Iowa, including the Mississippi River Valley, Northern Prairie Lakes Region, Loess Hills and Southern Hills Area. Landforms are emphasized from the standpoint of climate, soils, geology, water resources, forestry, wildlife and environmental concerns. One Saturday field trip.
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BIO 146 - Genetics Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
An introductory genetics course for Biology and Biotechnology majors. Topics covered include: introduction to the principles of transmission genetics in plants and animals, DNA and chromosome structure, replication and gene expression, molecular genetics found in plants, animals, bacteria and viruses. Basic quantitative and population genetics.
Prerequisite: BIO 112 or BIO 186
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BIO 156 - Human Biology w/lab Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
A study of biology that emphasizes the human body. Topics such as basic chemistry, the cell and human organ systems are included. Labs will reinforce course content. Designed for the non-science and inadequately prepared health science major.
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BIO 164 - Essentials Anatomy/Physiology Credits: 5
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
A classic integration of human anatomy and physiology at the cellular level and organ/system level. Includes cat dissection.
Prerequisite: H.S. Biology and H.S. Chemistry or equivalent
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BIO 168 - Anatomy & Physiology I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Anatomy & Physiology I covers the structure and function of the human body from the cellular level to organ systems. Topics at the cellular level include the fundamental basics of chemistry, cell structure and cellular metabolism, genetics and histology. The organ systems studied are the skin and integumentary system, the skeletal and muscular systems, the nervous system and the senses. Lecture and lab must be taken concurrently.
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in BIO 156 Human Biology or a “C” or better in high school Anatomy within the last five years
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BIO 173 - Anatomy & Physiology II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Anatomy and Physiology II is a continuation of Anatomy & Physiology I. The following organ systems are covered: the endocrine system, blood and the cardiovascular system, the lymphatic system and immunity, the respiratory system, the urinary system, the digestive system including nutrition and the reproductive system. Other topics include the body’s balance of water; electrolytes and acids and bases and an introduction to human growth and development. Lecture and lab must be taken concurrently.
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in BIO 168 Anatomy & Physiology I
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BIO 186 - Microbiology Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
A general microbiology course with laboratory designed for the science major. Emphasis is placed on morphology, physiology, microbial genetics, virology and basic immunology and applications.
Prerequisite: one semester of any college-level biology.
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BIO 191 - Intro to Biotechnology w/Lab Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
An introductory course with lab focusing on the fields of biotechnology, GMO production and use, stem cell research, bioethics, cancer and basic microbiology. Topics will include an introduction to employment opportunities in the field of biotechnology, basic biology and biochemistry, lab math skills and an introduction to equipment used in biotechnology including PCR and bioinformatics.
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BIO 225 - Marine Biology I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Students will study polar, temperate and tropical marine organisms and their environmental and ecological relationships. They will also examine the structure and function of marine flora and fauna using preserved and live specimens. The course includes hands-on laboratory activities, comparative anatomy, field observations, marine aquarium care, snorkeling, kayaking and introductory scuba.
Prerequisite: High school or college Biology
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BIO 227 - Marine Biology II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This course is the second in a series of two courses. The students will continue the study of polar, temperate and tropical marine organisms and their environmental and ecological relationships. They will also examine the structure and function of marine flora and fauna using preserved and live specimens. The course includes hands-on laboratory activities, comparative anatomy, field observations, marine aquarium care, snorkeling, kayaking and introductory scuba.
Prerequisite: BIO 225
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BIO 243 - Topics in Biotechnology Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
An exploration of recent advancements in biotechnology as well as current practices in research and development, manufacturing, quality control/ quality assurance and safety.
Prerequisite: BIO 250
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BIO 249 - Biotechnology Internship Credits: 2-3
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 9-12
Course Type: Open
This internship is the final requirement for the completion of the Biotechnology A.S. degree requirements. It will be conducted in cooperation with potential employers. During this period, students will be expected to demonstrate their technical skills and practicum competencies in a professional manner, showing progressive independence, greater efficiency and confidence.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
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BIO 250 - Cell & Molec Bio-Nucleic Acids Credits: 5
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 6
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course is designed to provide training in techniques related to nucleic acids and is a requirement for biotechnology majors. Topics will include DNA and RNA structure, function and regulation. Strategies and tools used in genetic engineering will also be included. The lab component of the course will include lab safety, media preparation, cell culture techniques, solution preparation and other basic lab skills. Students will get hands-on training in the isolation, characterization and manipulation of nucleic acids, as well as PCR and Southern blotting.
Prerequisite: BIO 112 and BIO 146
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: BIO 146
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BIO 251 - Cell & Molecular Bio-Proteins Credits: 5
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 6
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course is designed to provide training in techniques related to protein chemistry and is a requirement for biotechnology majors. The course will focus on processes related to synthesis, control of synthesis and trafficking of proteins within the cell. Protein structure and function will be studied with special emphasis on enzymes and immunoproteins. The study of differential protein expression and regulatory mechanisms will also be included. The lab component of the course will train the student in the purification, characterization, handling and storage of proteins, enzyme mechanisms and kinectics, immunoassays and two-dimensional gel electrophoresis.
Prerequisite: BIO 112 , CHM 132 or CHM 175 , MAT 157
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: BIO 112
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BIO 260 - Biology of Aging Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
This course is designed for individuals planning to work with the elderly population. It covers changes that occur in body systems during the normal aging process, as well as some of the most common dysfunctions and diseases associated with aging. Furthermore, environmental factors, effects of diet and exercise in the aging process will be discussed.
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BIO 295 - General Ecology and Lab Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
General ecology is intended for biology and related majors. Topics addressed by lecture/discussion and laboratory include historical development and scientific method, physical environment, organisms and species, communities and ecosystems and theory. Lab activities include written reports and oral presentations.
Prerequisite: BIO 112 ; BIO 113 ; ENV 115 and ENV 116 or BIO 138 ; or with instructor’s permission
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BIO 732 - Health Science Microbiology Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Basic concepts and applications of medical microbiology. Topics include morphology and physiology of microorganisms, pathology, epidemiology and immunology. Designed for the health science major. It is recommended that high school Chemistry be taken prior to this course.
Prerequisite: H.S. Biology or equivalent
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BIO 733 - Health Science Anatomy Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Offers the student basic concepts in human anatomical structure with relation to body functions. The course covers all major body systems with emphasis on structure. This accompanying lab will reinforce lecture with cat dissection.
Prerequisite: H.S. Biology & Chemistry or equivalent
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BIO 734 - Health Science Physiology Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Detailed explanation of human physiology including the nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, lymphatic, skeletal, muscular and reproductive systems.
Prerequisite: BIO 733 , BIO 164 or equivalent
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BIO 922 - Field Studies Credits: 1-4
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 3-12
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course is designed to give the student an opportunity to study science outside the typical classroom setting. Students will investigate an area of the biological sciences through research and other activities in a supervised environment that meets the requirements of the investigation. This course is repeatable up to 4 credits.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
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Building Maintenance |
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BMA 165 - Boiler Room Maintenance Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Boiler accessories, fittings, controls, water treatment and fundamentals for beginners.
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BMA 167 - Steam Plant Operations Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
High-pressure steam boilers, operation, controls, burning equipment instruments.
Prerequisite: BMA 165
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BMA 175 - Basic Plumbing Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Plumbing, plumbing components, plumbing codes, and reading blueprints.
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BMA 177 - Indus. Plumbing & Pipefitting Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
A course in fundamental plumbing and pipefitting. Topics covered include the properties of torque, the use of torque and the application of torque; the development and use of piping schematics; elementary pipe layout and joint construction with various materials; the purpose, use, construction and operation of valves and process control equipment used in manufacturing.
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Bioprocess Technology |
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BPT 102 - Intro to Biomass Process Tech Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course describes the standard roles and responsibilities of the process technician to include mastering an understanding of basic equipment, design, operation, and maintenance of a process control plant.
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BPT 111 - Biomass Equipment and Systems Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Biomass Equipment and Systems is designed to cover the basic equipment and technologies associated with the processing of renewable energy fuels in the biomass industry.
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BPT 112 - Biomass Tech Health/Safety Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is designed to focus on the key elements that contribute to the subject of Process Safety, Personnel Safety, Occupational Health and Safety, Transportation and Movement of Process Materials, and safety in general.
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BPT 125 - Piping & Instrument Diagrams Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is designed to provide the basic fundamentals of how to read a Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P & ID) beginning with symbols of individual components, numbering systems and line diagrams.
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BPT 128 - Operator Biomass Lab Process Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Biomass Laboratory Process and Techniques is designed to cover the different laboratory testing processes, sampling techniques and quality control requirements for both the internal lab technician as well as the process plant operator.
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Business |
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BUS 102 - Introduction to Business Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
An overview of the ever-changing world of business. Provides information in the areas of ownership, management, marketing, insurance, economic systems and finance, as well as the role of government.
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BUS 112 - Business Math Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Mathematical computations are reviewed and strengthened with emphasis on facility and accuracy. Includes topics in the mathematics of buying and selling, banking, payroll, markups and markdowns, discounts, interest, consumer math and other related business applications.
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BUS 131 - Small Business Mgmt Strategies Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Emphasizes human resource concepts and their applications to small business operations. Leadership development, management styles and decision-making strategies are stressed.
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BUS 138 - Small Business Marketing Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Discussions and focus are on marketing applications. Workshops and strategies such as market research, product development, pricing, distribution, promotion, marketing campaigns and budgets.
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BUS 141 - Small Business Start-Up Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course includes information, examples, forms and activities needed for a business start-up and for development of a successful business operation. Topics include market research and assessment, naming your business, finding a location, determining asset needs and forecasting sales, identifying job tasks and determining human resource needs, and writing a business plan.
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BUS 148 - Small Business Management Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Examines the introductory business applications and strategies needed to start and operate a small business. Topics include entrepreneurship preparation, idea feasibility, business plan content, introductory marketing, management and finance concepts for small business.
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BUS 150 - E-Commerce on the Web Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will introduce the student to the basic elements of electronic commerce. It will focus on the business and technical issues faced by a company that enters the e-commerce marketplace. Topics include products, advertising, resource requirements, third party options, technical and operational issues.
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BUS 181 - Basic Law for Entrepreneurs Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is designed to acquaint business students and those currently involved in operating small businesses with the general areas of law that may be problematic for the entrepreneur and create risks resulting in lawsuits.
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BUS 185 - Business Law I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Provides introductory overview of the sources of law of the American legal system, the structure of the court systems, torts, contract law and sales law.
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BUS 186 - Business Law II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
Provides for overview of negotiable instruments, debtor/creditor law (collecting judgments), secured transactions, agency relationships, and selecting the right business formation.
Prerequisite: BUS 185
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BUS 211 - Business Statistics Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Tabular and graphical presentation, measures of central tendency and variability, standard elementary procedures involving the binomial, normal, student’s T’s, chi-squares and F distributions, correlation, regression, analysis of variance, and several nonparametric procedures. Same content as MAT 157 . Credit will not be granted for both BUS 211 and MAT 157 .
Prerequisite: 2 years of H.S. algebra or MAT 073 or department permission
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BUS 213 - Statistical Business Appl. Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This is the second course in the statistics sequence. Course content includes application and interpretation of probability and statistics as applied to business situations by using sampling, confidence intervals, control charges, simple linear regression analysis, multiple regression analysis, correction analysis, data analysis, time series analysis, hypotheses testing, and computer analysis. Same content as MAT 160 . Credit will not be granted for both.
Prerequisite: BUS 211 or MAT 157
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BUS 215 - Investing in Real Assets Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course analyzes procedures in residential real estate purchases. An evaluation of residential home, mobile home and condominium purchasing versus renting is discussed. Additional topics include investments in REITS, commercial property, undeveloped land, limited partnership, collectibles and gold.
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BUS 216 - Estate Planning Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
The goal of this course is to establish a desirable and efficient dissolution of one’s assets and liabilities at death. Course includes identifying goals for estate planning, both pre-death and postmortem. Estate tax and gift tax issues are examined.
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BUS 218 - Long-Range Financial Planning Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course is designed to increase awareness of the need for identifying a desired retirement lifestyle within the context of the anticipated financial retirement inflows. Assessment will be made of retirement resources from employee, business and government sources. Individual retirement resource strategies are investigated. Healthcare and housing issues are examined.
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BUS 220 - Intro International Business Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
The International Business course is designed to help students understand the dynamics of global trade. This course examines the cultural, economic, legal, political, social and technological environment of international business. The course also provides an overview of marketing, management, distribution and job opportunities available for business students.
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BUS 231 - Quantitative Methods/Bus Decns Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
An introduction to management research methods used in business. Topics include probability, breakeven analysis, inventory control, statistics and transportation models.
Prerequisite: MAT 073 or intermediate Algebra or 2 years of H.S. algebra or department permission
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BUS 250 - Principles of Real Estate Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Fundamental principles, economics, law, working concepts and terminology. Focuses on real estate law and assists those preparing for the apprentice salesperson examination.
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BUS 260 - Introduction to Insurance Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
An introduction to managing risks and making the best use of insurance. Various forms of personal and property insurance coverages are introduced. Insurance coverages as they relate to both business operations and personal situations are discussed.
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BUS 278 - Employment Law Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Emphasis is on the principles of business law as it pertains to the human resource function. The course covers laws applicable to selection, testing, hiring, discipline, personnel policies and procedures. The course also covers Equal Employment laws and related discrimination issues. The Occupational Safety and Health Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and workers compensation topics are discussed as they relate to the business environment.
Prerequisite: BUS 185
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BUS 902 - Career Seminar Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Weekly examination of topics relevant to the business internship experience, sharing workplace problems encountered and the solutions to address those problems. This course also covers aspects of the job search process and preparing for the employment interview.
(This course is Pass/Fail).
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission;
Corequisite: BUS 932
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BUS 904 - Legal Study Tour Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
The student will participate in a supervised study tour in which time will be spent touring a government center to view how the government runs, including the history of this country and current legal policies and procedures.
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: BUS 185 or POL 111 or CRJ 132 or instructor permission
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BUS 932 - Internship Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 8
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Practical experience through on-the-job training in a business setting approved by the DMACC Business Department. Tasks will be consistent with student’s career objectives, skills and knowledge.
(This course is Pass/Fail).
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission.
Corequisite: BUS 902
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CAD 119 - Intro Computer-Aided Drafting Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will introduce the student to computer-aided drafting and design. Basic computer hardware, software and operating systems will be discussed. Basic two-dimensional CADD drawing creation and editing techniques will be covered. Drawings will be created and plotted.
Prerequisite: Basic computer literacy
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CAD 125 - Intermediate CADD-Mechanical Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will introduce the student to advanced computer-aided drafting and design applications. Program customization, file manipulation/translation and library creation/usage will be covered. Three-dimensional concepts will be discussed.
Prerequisite: CAD 119
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CAD 126 - Intermed CADD-Architectural Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will apply architectural drafting practices to the CADD environment. Two-dimensional plans (including plumbing, HVAC, electrical, etc.) will be developed. Site plans and presentation are some of the topics that will be discussed.
Prerequisite: CAD 119
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CAD 139 - Intro to CAD/CAM Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
The objectives of this course will be to apply computer-aided design software and computer-aided manufacturing software for numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools.
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CAD 148 - Intro to Finite Element Analys Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will introduce CAD students to the analysis of simple structures. Analysis will be examined then verified using computer analysis software in conjunction with CAD. Basic engineering statics will be taught.
Prerequisite: CAD 152 , CAD 153 , CAD 246 , MAT 773
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CAD 151 - CAD Graphics I Credits: 6
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Drawing formats, geometric construction and lettering will be taught on computer-aided drafting (CAD) software. Drafting standards will be covered. CAD operations and commands will be addressed. Sketching and fundamentals of orthographic projection are stressed. Prints will be prepared.
Prerequisite: CSC 110 or equivalent
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CAD 152 - CAD Graphics II Credits: 6
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Advanced geometric description applicable to all fields of drafting will be emphasized. Auxiliary views will be created. Descriptive geometry principles will be examined. Intermediate and advanced dimensioning techniques will be covered, including dimensional tolerance analysis. CAD applications will be taught.
Prerequisite: CAD 151 , MAT 772
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CAD 153 - CAD Applications I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Mechanical components and processes used in product design will be covered. Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing will be taught. Preparation of welding drawings will be presented with the emphasis on proper usage of American Welding Society symbols. Precision bending of sheet metal will be covered.
Prerequisite: CAD 152 , MAT 773
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CAD 154 - CAD Applications II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Precision bending of sheet metal will be covered. Students will gain knowledge of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) applications and HVAC CAD symbology. Hydraulic systems and applications will be covered. Hydraulic symbology will be covered. Mechanical power transmission will be a subject of study. Bearings, bearing seals and sealing systems will be addressed.
Prerequisite: CAD 153 & MAT 773
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CAD 155 - Networking Systems Involving CAD Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Network system key features and functionality will be covered. System file management will be addressed. Operating systems and hardware will be examined. Relationships between computer hardware and software will be taught.
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CAD 162 - Intro to Multimedia Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Basic three-dimensional concepts and applications are covered. Rendering, animating and application of basic color manipulation are discussed and used.
Prerequisite: CAD 119
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CAD 182 - SolidWorks CAD I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Parametric solid model (3D) CAD basics will be taught using SolidWorks. Parametric concepts will be covered. Solid CAD models will be built and edited in SolidWorks. Assemblies of solid parts will be examined. Part drawings will be created and plotted.
Prerequisite: CAD 152 , CAD 240 , MAT 773
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CAD 184 - SolidWorks for Die Design Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Parametric solid model (3D) CAD basics will be taught using SolidWorks. Parametric concepts will be covered. Solid CAD models will be built and edited in SolidWorks. Assemblies of progressive dies will be examined. Part drawings will be created and plotted.
Corequisite: MFG 402 , MFG 403
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CAD 196 - Engineering Disciplines & Prac Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Types of engineering disciplines and their application of drawings will be examined. Drawing styles, engineering units and professional standards (ANSI, ASME, etc.) will be covered.
Prerequisite: CAD 151
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CAD 215 - Mechanical Systems Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Standard and nonstandard fastening systems will be examined. CAD part libraries and applications will be covered. Basics of power train/mechanical components will be introduced. Mechanical bearings and hydraulic/ pneumatic sealing systems will be addressed.
Prerequisite: CAD 152 , MAT 773
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CAD 220 - MicroStation CAD Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will introduce the student to MicroStation CAD software. Basic two-dimensional CAD drawings will be taught. Drawings will be created and plotted.
Prerequisite: CAD 151 or equivalent
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CAD 240 - Applied Materials & Processes Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Standard industrial raw materials and forming processes will be examined. Students will see various machining, forming and welding operations. Field trips to industry will be offered.
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CAD 242 - Manufacturing Interfaces Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Computer interfaces between manufacturing and engineering will be the primary focus of the class. File exchange formats, data compilation and machining interpretation of the model file will be addressed. Tool path generation and robotic controls will be discussed. Manufacturing system integration will be covered.
Prerequisite: MAT 772
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CAD 246 - Parametric CAD I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Parametric solid model CAD basics will be taught. Parametric concepts with design intent will be covered. Solid CAD models will be built and edited. Mechanical assemblies will be created. Part and assembly drawings with part lists will be created and plotted.
Prerequisite: CAD 152 , CAD 240 , MAT 773
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CAD 248 - Parametric CAD II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Parametric solid model CAD intermediate commands will be taught. Parametric concepts with design intent will be covered. Solid CAD models will be built and edited. Mechanical assemblies will be created. Part and assembly drawings with part lists will be created and plotted.
Prerequisite: CAD 153 , CAD 252 , MAT 773
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CAD 252 - Design Project I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Detailing individual parts, types of assembly drawings and parts lists will be covered on an individual basis. Design process and procedures will be discussed. Students will conform to industry standards for their design project.
Prerequisite: CAD 152 , CAD 196 , CAD 240 , MAT 773
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CAD 254 - Design Project II Credits: 5
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 6
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Continuation of CAD 252 , Design Project I. Detailing individual parts, types of assembly drawings and parts lists will be covered on an individual basis. Design process and procedures will be discussed. Students will conform to industry standards for their design project.
Prerequisite: CAD 153 , CAD 215 , CAD 252
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CAT 430 - Caterpillar Fuel Systems Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
The student will be introduced to basic Caterpillar fuel system principles and theory for mechanical and electronic engines. General repair and diagnostic procedures will also be covered. Experienced individuals may contact the instructor to gain admittance to this course.
Prerequisite: DSL 366 , DSL 546 , DSL 606 , DSL 145
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CAT 431 - Caterpillar Failure Analysis Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
The student will determine the root cause of failure, how to properly prepare the parts for inspection and learn to determine what is normal and abnormal wear. Experienced individuals may contact the instructor to gain admittance to this course.
Prerequisite: DSL 366 , DSL 546 , DSL 606
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CAT 432 - Caterpillar LS/PC Hydraulics Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will cover the design and theory of LS/PC hydraulic systems. This course will cover the function, operation and diagnostics of LS/PC hydraulics. Experienced individuals may contact the instructor to gain admittance to this course.
Prerequisite: DSL 606 , DSL 145
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CAT 433 - Caterpillar Serv Info Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
System Instruction covers basic computer skills related to Caterpillar computer systems. Students will learn how to operate SIS, Parts Integrator, DBS Parts orders and work orders.
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CAT 434 - Caterpillar Internship Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 16
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Work experience at a local Caterpillar dealership. The work experience will be compatible with the student’s ability and previous coursework.
Prerequisite: DSL 366 , DSL 546 , DSL 606 , DSL 145
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CAT 435 - Caterpillar MultiMedia Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
The student will complete Caterpillar computerized tests and review modules.
Prerequisite: DSL 366 , DSL 546 , DSL 606 , DSL 145
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CET 102 - Fund of Civil Engineering Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course introduces concepts of the civil engineering technician field, including career opportunities, the engineering industry and basic engineering principles. The student will learn to read and understand road and bridge plans and be introduced to all the elements that make up a highway construction project.
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CET 119 - Survey I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will develop working knowledge of surveying fundamentals. Topics will include introduction to surveying instruments and equipment, measurement of distances and angles, determining elevation, note keeping, traversing, triangulation, mapping, and the researching of monuments and benchmarks.
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: MAT 773
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CET 135 - Materials I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Students will develop a working knowledge of sampling and testing basic materials used in the highway construction industry (aggregate and concrete). Iowa Department of Transportation materials certifications (AGG I, AGG II and PCC I) will be given to students upon successful completion of state certification exams given during the course.
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CET 138 - Construction I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will develop a working knowledge of construction inspection fundamentals. Topics will include an introduction to construction reviews, preconstruction planning, permits processes, embankment construction, drainage solutions, stabilization methods, equipment used in construction, placement work, paving procedures and estimating time and materials.
Prerequisite: CET 102 or department approval
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CET 169 - Survey II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
A continuation of Survey I. Topics will include construction control surveys; topographic surveys, construction site layout; coordinate systems (i.e., state plane); elementary horizontal curves; real property descriptions; right of way. Electronic data collection and global positioning will be utilized, as well as data downloading and editing using CAD programs.
Prerequisite: CET 119 or department approval
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CET 173 - Highway Design I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will introduce the student to highway design. Topics will include an overview of the highway development process, design criteria and standards, horizontal alignments, vertical alignments, cross-sections, earthwork, construction details, specifications and estimates of quantities. A final highway design project will be completed.
Prerequisite: CET 102 and CET 178 or department approval
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CET 178 - Automated Design I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will introduce the student to computer-aided drafting (CAD) utilizing Microstation software. Microstation fundamentals will be taught, including drawing formats, placing and manipulating elements, measurements, cells, patterning, dimensioning, reference files and three-dimensional modeling. Drawings will be created and plotted.
Prerequisite: CET 102 and CSC 110 or department approval
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CET 192 - Statics Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is designed to acquaint the student with basic structural concepts. Emphasis is placed on the use of free body diagrams in understanding the forces acting on a structural member.
Prerequisite: MAT 773 or instructor approval
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CET 219 - Survey III Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Application of survey concepts to Boundary and Route Surveying. Topics will include real property descriptions; research, route surveying, horizontal curve calculation and layout, vertical curve calculations; closed and open loop survey, bench level circuit, subdivision survey and construction surveying. Electronic data collection and global positioning will be utilized.
Prerequisite: CET 169 or department approval
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CET 222 - Soils and Foundations Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
The student will learn to recognize soil relationships with landforms and the effect on engineered construction. Concepts of geology and engineering properties including soil type, classification, strength and deformation will be covered. Principles of soil mechanics and construction observation techniques will be learned and applied to real-world examples.
Prerequisite: MAT 773 or instructor approval
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CET 235 - Construction II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will teach a student to define, interpret and utilize construction contract documents and contracting methods. Topics covered are bonds, contracts, bidding documents, construction insurance, subcontracts and subcontractors, dispute resolutions, ethics, safety and labor relations.
Prerequisite: CET 138 or department approval
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