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CET 244 - Materials II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will develop a working knowledge of hot mix asphalt and Portland cement concrete plant operations, plant control, sampling and testing. Iowa Department of Transportation materials certifications (PCC II, HMA I) will be given to students upon successful completion of state certification exams given during the course.
Prerequisite: CET 135 or department approval
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CET 278 - Automated Design II 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 automated civil engineering design utilizing GEOPAK software. GEOPAK fundamentals will be taught, including the project manager, digital terrain models, coordinate geometry, alignment tools, the design and computation manager, criteria files, cross-section creation, labeling, sheeting, reports and quantity output. A complete highway design project utilizing GEOPAK will be performed.
Prerequisite: CET 178 or department approval
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CET 283 - Highway Design II 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 additional highway design topics. Topics will include hydrology and drainage design, intersection and interchange design, roadside design, jointing, pavement design, parking design, highway capacity and traffic engineering.
Prerequisite: CET 173 or department approval
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CET 291 - Structure Design & Const Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is an introduction to the understanding of load and resistance factor design (LRFD) method. Topics considered include material properties, tension, compression, bending, beam columns, simple connections, base plates and bearing plates.
Prerequisite: CET 192
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CET 304 - Field Coop Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 16
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Practical experience through on-the-job training in an approved civil engineering technician setting. Tasks will be consistent with students’ career objectives, skills and knowledge.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of 32 credit hours of CET program courses and/or department approval
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CET 305 - Field Coop Credits: 5
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 20
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Practical experience through on-the-job training in an approved civil engineering technician setting. Tasks will be consistent with students’ career objectives, skills and knowledge.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of 32 credit hours of CET credit courses and/or department approval. Same content as SRV 305 . Credit will not be granted for both CET 305 and SRV 305
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CET 307 - Field Orientation Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is required for students who do not take the Field Coop. It will acquaint a student with field operations. The role of the superintendent and project manager will be discussed, as well as the relationship between the contractor and owner. Visits will be made to local projects to observe construction procedures.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of 32 credit hours of CET credit courses. Written permission from the CET faculty is required to substitute this course for 2 credits of the 5-credit CET 305 requirement
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Chemistry |
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CHM 105 - Survey of Chemistry Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
An introduction to chemical topics with little mathematics. Topics include energy, food chemistry, air and water pollution, agricultural chemicals, detergents and drugs. The course is for students who need one semester of laboratory science.
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CHM 122 - Intro to General Chemistry Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
A study of the concepts of general chemistry, including atomic structure, bonding, reactions, stoichiometry, gas laws, solutions, acids and bases, equilibrium, nuclear chemistry and an introduction to organic chemistry. Problem-solving is emphasized. For non-science majors and students in health-related programs.
Prerequisite: 1 year H.S. algebra or MAT 063
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CHM 132 - Intro to Organic/Biochemistry Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
A continuation of the study of organic chemistry and a study of biochemistry. Organic topics include the structure of organic molecules, the nature and reactions of functional groups, and stereochemistry. Biochemistry topics include carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, enzymes and metabolism.
Prerequisite: CHM 122 or equivalent
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CHM 165 - General/ Inorg Chemistry I Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
A thorough treatment of general chemistry including atomic structure, stoichiometry, chemical bonding, states of matter, solutions, acids and bases, reaction rates, equilibrium, thermodynamics and electrochemistry. This course is intended for science, engineering, pre-vet, pre-med, pre-dental and pre-optometry majors.
Prerequisite: 1 year H.S. Chem. or CHM 122 & 2 years H.S. algebra or MAT 073
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CHM 175 - General/ Inorg Chemistry II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
A continuation of General and Inorganic Chemistry I.
Prerequisite: CHM 165 or equivalent
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CHM 263 - Organic Chemistry I Credits: 5
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
A study of the principles of organic chemistry, including the nomenclature and chemistry of the various organic functional groups. Structure, bonding, synthesis, reaction mechanisms and spectroscopy are emphasized. The sequence is designed to satisfy the one year of organic chemistry required by most medical schools.
Prerequisite: CHM 132 or CHM 175 or 1 year college-level general chemistry
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CHM 273 - Organic Chemistry II Credits: 5
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
A continuation of Organic Chemistry I.
Prerequisite: CHM 263 or equivalent
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Computer Programming |
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CIS 125 - Intro to Programming Logic w/L Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course provides students with a firm foundation in problem-solving methods in computer programming and facilitates the development of good structured programming skills for solving business problems. Students will define and analyze problems, design computer solution algorithms and prove the correctness of the solution.
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CIS 130 - Computer Programming Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Basic programming techniques such as writing algorithms, drawing of flow charts and developing programs that include loops and subroutines.
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CIS 140 - Intro to Game Design Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Identify and discuss the concepts and technologies of computer game design and development. Discuss the gaming industry and its expectations and opportunities. Design and develop your own computer games using a variety of software tools.
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CIS 152 - Data Structures Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
An object-oriented programming language will be used to introduce commonly used data structures, including linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, maps and heaps, etc. Programs using these data structures will be developed, written, tested and debugged. The course emphasizes object-oriented design, writing and documenting medium-sized programs.
Prerequisite: CIS 125 or equivalent
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CIS 154 - Computational Structures Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Students learn the math and logic fundamentals required in the information technology industry. Students solve practical problems in mathematics for information technology, building a solid foundation in the mathematical skills that are used in a number of areas, such as networking, systems administration, programming, database management and web programming. The course develops concepts in discrete mathematics as applied to computer science including logic, proof techniques, set theory, relations, graphs, discrete probability and number theory.
Prerequisite: CIS 125
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CIS 161 - C++ Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Students will examine the structure of typical C++ programs, explore the concepts of object-oriented programming and design business applications in C++.
Prerequisite: CIS 125 or equivalent
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CIS 164 - Advanced C++ Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Review and extend the concepts of class hierarchies, encapsulation, inheritance and polymorphism. Explore class libraries, templates, streamable classes and exception handling. Develop a code for both DOS and Windows applications.
Prerequisite: CIS 161
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CIS 169 - C# Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is an introduction to the C# language. Object-oriented programs will be developed by students.
Prerequisite: CIS 125
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CIS 171 - Java Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Students will learn the basic features of the Java programming language and explore the concepts of object-oriented programming, event handling, user interface programming, and graphic techniques. Gain practical experience creating and modifying Java applications and applets, and embedding Java applets in web pages.
Prerequisite: CIS 125
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CIS 174 - Advanced C# Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Programming Students learn ASP.NET development with C# and relational database management systems. Build dynamic websites, web applications and XML web services. The course includes advanced topics such as state preservation techniques and object-oriented programming. After completing the course, students will be able to use C# and ASP.NET to build professional-quality database-driven websites.
Prerequisite: CIS 169
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CIS 178 - Java Programming I Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Learn Java programming techniques related to information technology and network administration.
Prerequisite: NET 223 , NET 623 , NET 628
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CIS 179 - Java Programming II Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Learn advanced Java programming techniques related to information technology and network administration.
Prerequisite: CIS 178
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CIS 182 - JSP and Servlets Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Students will learn server-side features of the Java programming language and explore the concepts of enterprise development. Gain practical experience creating and modifying Java servlets. Java Server Pages (JSP) and Enterprise Java Beans (EJB). Database connectivity will also be examined.
Prerequisite: CIS 171 , CIS 207
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CIS 204 - Intro to Website Development Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Introduces HTML and DHTML concepts and technologies. Includes HTML, XHTML, CSS, JavaScript and the Document Object Model (DOM). Students will use a variety of current software development tools to build and publish business-oriented website applications.
Prerequisite: CSC 110
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CIS 207 - Fund of Web Programming Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course introduces the student to basic concepts, languages and tools used in the development of an e-commerce website. Student will identify effective design concepts and characteristics of successful websites. They will use current tools and techniques to design and create e-commerce websites.
Prerequisite: CSC 110 or BCA 212
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CIS 210 - Web Development I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is designed to teach students how to install, configure and maintain a Web Server with an emphasis on web page creation and website authoring. Students will learn to use state-of-the-art technology and software in this course. Students are introduced to relational databases and how to use SQL to access them. Students will learn to install a Web Server, a Relational Database, and create dynamic web content containing text, graphics, hyperlinks, tables, forms and frames.
Prerequisite: NET 223 , NET 623 , NET 628
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CIS 211 - Web Development II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is designed to teach students how to create a website where customers can purchase products over the internet (e-commerce). Students will learn to work with the most widely used serverside scripting languages and Common Gateway Interfaces including, SSI, ASP, JSP, C, Perl and PHP. After completing this course, students will be able to install a Web Server and a Relational Database, and to create dynamic web content for e-commerce.
Prerequisite: CIS 210
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CIS 215 - Server-Side Web Programming Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course introduces the students to a current selection of application-programming languages referred to as “scripting languages.” These languages are used to create small self-contained programs that are used to add unique functions and special handling capabilities to website applications. The students will learn the basic concepts and applications of these languages and how they can be included within a website.
Prerequisite: CIS 207 or BCA 113
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CIS 240 - E-Commerce Website II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Introduces Dynamic HTML, cascading style sheets, and XML, work with advanced features of FrontPage and another website development tool.
Prerequisite: CIS 207
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CIS 247 - Intro to XML Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Introduces XML concepts and coding requirements. Students will create, display, transform and transfer data in XML format as part of an Internet-based application. Course includes XML, XHTML, XSL and XSLT.
Prerequisite: CSC 110
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CIS 303 - Introduction to Data Base Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course provides a comprehensive foundation that enables students to understand and use commercially available relational DBMS products effectively.
Prerequisite: CSC 110 or instructor approval
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CIS 332 - Data Base and SQL Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is an introduction to SQL as a database programming language to those already familiar with basic relational database concepts. Students will write executable SQL statements to create and maintain database objects.
Prerequisite: CIS 303
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CIS 338 - SQL/Oracle Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Students will use advanced techniques to retrieve data, format reports and create script files to generate SQL. The course also provides the opportunity to students to write COBOL programs that utilize embedded SQL statements.
Prerequisite: CIS 332
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CIS 346 - Data Base Design Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Students learn a systematic approach to database development using entity-relationship models, normalization and relational database design. Students will use this approach to identify and define business information requirements, create entity relationship models and transform the requirements into an initial database design.
Prerequisite: CIS 303
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CIS 402 - Cobol Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Introduces the programming language COBOL. Topics include move, logical testing, control, page breaks, totals and others. Emphasis is given to business applications.
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CIS 413 - Cobol II Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Introduces advanced COBOL programming techniques. Emphasis is given to the SORT verb, multiple level tables and ISAM file access techniques.
Prerequisite: CIS 402
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CIS 421 - COBOL-Intermediate Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
COBOL VSE structured programming involving sequential disk, table processing and file update processing, using IBM ICCF text editor, VSE/ESA JCL on an IBM ES/900 Mainframe.
Prerequisite: CIS 402
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CIS 431 - COBOL-Advanced Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
ANS COBOL involving advanced editing programs, table processing, VSAM file process, programs linkage and report writer.
Prerequisite: CIS 593 , CIS 421
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CIS 435 - COBOL on the World Wide Web Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Apply COBOL to the WWW using NetExpress from Merant. Topics include CGI Programs. Data access on the Web Server, GUI development for HTML-based applications.
Prerequisite: CIS 402
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CIS 463 - CICS Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Provides theory and working knowledge of telecommunication programming. Students will code programs using CICS.
Prerequisite: CIS 431
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CIS 485 - Programming Projects-Mainframe Credits: 6
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Individual projects are assigned that require the student to apply the programming knowledge gained in prerequisite courses to the design and implementation of assigned business applications.
Prerequisite: CIS 463
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CIS 505 - Structured Systems Analysis Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Designed to acquaint the student with the various considerations in the design of a system. The course considers project initiation, fact gathering, procedures, forms, system implementation and evaluation.
Prerequisite: CSC 110 , CIS 402
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CIS 583 - Assembler Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
An introductory course in the syntax rules of Assembler language programming. Business problems are analyzed and programmed.
Prerequisite: CIS 402
Corequisite: CIS 593
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CIS 588 - Computer Organization Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course is focused on the relationship between computing hardware and machine language instruction sets. The course is organized into levels, beginning with logic gates on through microcode, machine language and assembly language. Several computer systems and microprocessors will be used as examples, in the course, along with their supporting hardware and organization of their instruction sets. Assembly language is studied in detail.
Prerequisite: CIS 125 , CIS 154
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CIS 593 - Mainframe Operations Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Provides an individual with a working knowledge of Disk Operating Systems/Virtual Storage Extended (DOS/VSE) job control language.
Prerequisite: CIS 402
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CIS 604 - Visual Basic Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
An elementary course in the use of the Visual Basic. NET programming language. The various commands will be presented. Students design, code and test several programs.
Prerequisite: CIS 125 or equivalent
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CIS 612 - Advanced Visual Basic Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
An applications approach developed around data file programming. Manipulation of string variables, data entry, formats, error checking routines, SQL data-based processing.
Prerequisite: CIS 604
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CIS 720 - Help Desk Operations Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
The purpose of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the help desk environment and the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to work in the user support industry. Students will learn valuable problem-solving and communication skills. Through hands-on exercises and case projects, students will learn how to apply their knowledge and develop their ideas and skills. They will also learn how to work individually and in teams, which will prepare them for a team-oriented environment.
Prerequisite: CSC 110
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Communication |
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COM 146 - Gender, Sexuality and Media Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
oaches to media and how and why certain stereotypes of gender and sexuality dominate across many formats. This course will increase students’ media literacy and understanding of the lack of diversity in stereotypical images of gender and sexuality, as well as investigate ways in which media has potential for social change in these areas. Students may not receive course credit for both COM 146 and JOU 113 .
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COM 148 - Diversity and the Media Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Core
Diversity and the Media course presents a historical perspective and a current analysis of representations of various minority groups based on race, gender, social class, religion and disability. This course helps students understand why and how stereotypical media portrayals have been produced and how the under-representation of diversified images affects their knowledge, attitudes and behaviors toward others and contributes to multicultural illiteracy. Students may not receive course credit for both COM 148 and JOU 114 .
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COM 703 - Communication Skills Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Reading, writing, speaking and listening are studied as methods of exploring and evaluating technological advances in trades and industry. Adapting communication for different audiences, evaluating industry-related literature and basic business writing are emphasized.
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Construction |
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CON 333 - Materials/Construction Theory Credits: 5
Lecture Hours: 5
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
An introduction to the materials used in the construction industry and the methods involved in the application of these building materials.
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CON 334 - Construction Techniques Credits: 7
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 15
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
A practical hands-on introductory experience that covers the construction process, including rough and finish carpentry.
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CON 336 - Care/Use of Hand/Power Tools Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Proper care, use and selection of hand and power tools with an emphasis on maintenance and safety.
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CON 337 - Construction Blueprint Reading Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Fundamentals of blueprint reading designed to allow the student to translate plans into practical job experience.
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CON 338 - Materials Takeoff Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
A study of the techniques needed to create a materials list by reading a blueprint.
Prerequisite: CON 337 should be taken concurrently or prior to this course
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CON 341 - Construction Drafting & Design Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
An introduction to the fundamentals of design and basic drafting methods. Includes the preparation of the blueprint used to construct the student-built project.
Prerequisite: CON 337
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CON 342 - Interior Trim Practices Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 7
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Advanced lab experience that emphasizes complex finish skills. The student will be able to demonstrate the skills and work habits necessary to complete tasks in a safe manner and to adapt previously learned skills to complete more complex building tasks.
Prerequisite: CON 334
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CON 346 - Concrete Systems & Forming Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 6
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
An introduction to concrete as a material, and to concrete design, placement and finish. Identification and application to forming systems will be studied in the classroom and applied in the lab.
Prerequisite: CON 336
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CON 480 - Const Procedure/Application I Credits: 5
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 10
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course includes footings, drainage, foundation, basement insulation and decking. (5-week session)
Prerequisite: CON 333 , CON 346 , CON 342
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CON 481 - Constr Proc & Applications II Credits: 5
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 10
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course includes exterior wall construction, interior wall construction, ceiling joist framing, rafter framing, exterior trim, window installation and roofing. (5-week session)
Prerequisite: CON 480
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CON 482 - Constr Proc & Applications III Credits: 5
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 10
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course includes concrete flatwork, insulation, drywall application, cabinet work and interior trim. (5-week session)
Prerequisite: CON 481
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CON 949 - Spcl Topic:Green Bldg Concepts Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
In this special topics course, students will examine green building concepts, concerns and material characteristics as well as selection. Students will also be introduced to current Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Building certification standards and processes. Theory will be provided that will help the students understand the reasoning behind green concepts and practices. Students will learn basic concepts of a cost benefit analysis when selecting environmentally friendly or energy-saving housing systems.
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CRJ 100 - Intro to Criminal Justice Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
An in-depth examination of the three components of the criminal justice system and the roles they play in society.
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CRJ 107 - Survey Crim Justice Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Agencies Study of the criminal justice system through an examination of actual agencies, focusing on theoretical vs. real roles and functions of the agencies. Includes on-site visits.
Prerequisite: 24 Hours of CRJ courses or instructor permission
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CRJ 109 - Theories of Interviewing Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
The course focuses on the successful use of both interviews and interrogations for criminal justice professionals. The student will learn a “Reid”-based system that will assist the student, not only in the criminal justice field, but any other profession requiring human interaction.
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CRJ 111 - Police and Society Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
An examination of the role of the police and corrections in American society, and a discussion of prominent issues. The course will examine the various eras of policing and correctional agencies. The structure and style of various policing and correctional agencies will also be covered. Agency application of internal and ethical issues including use of force will be examined. Strategies and policies to improve policing and correctional work environment will also be discussed.
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CRJ 128 - Victimology Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course is an overview of the study of victims. The course covers the history of victimology, the plight of crime victims, society’s changing view of victims, along with the role of law enforcement, the courts and corrections in dealing with victims. Victim groups with special needs, such as police officers/ correctional officers who are injured or killed in the line of duty, are also examined.
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CRJ 130 - Criminal Law Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
An examination of the elements of offenses and the procedural safeguards in the criminal process.
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CRJ 132 - Constitutional Law Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
A study of the application of constitutional principles to social and political questions-including the powers of the national government vs. state government-through focus on the incorporation issue and examination of the evolution of civil liberties guarantees.
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CRJ 137 - Juvenile Law Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: General
The social and legal aspects of juvenile delinquency, plus theories on procedures, legislation, juvenile court and prevention programs.
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CRJ 141 - Criminal Investigation Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Rudiments of criminal investigation: techniques, principles, problems, sources of information and evidentiary processes.
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CRJ 167 - Operating Sys. for Forensics Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course provides a comparative study of popular PC-class operating systems. Upon completion of this course, students will be familiar with the interface, file management, resource allocation and common administration procedures of various popular operating systems. Additionally, the course describes data organization and file properties that contribute to forensic investigation. Many discussion topics are reinforced with hands-on exercises and assignments.
Prerequisite: CSC 110 or instructor approval
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CRJ 176 - Computer Forensics I Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course serves as a technical introduction to the search, seizure and processing of electronic evidence. Topics covered in the course include a strong emphasis on investigative documentation, recognition of potential evidence sources, sterile evidence acquisition and analysis, and data recovery methodologies. State-of- the-art hardware and software will be used in hands-on labs and case studies.
Prerequisite: CSC 110 or instructor approval
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CRJ 178 - E-Crime Investigative Methods Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course identifies electronic crime, instructs the student on current laws, and teaches the investigative methods used in law enforcement today to gather evidence to prosecute and testify regarding these criminal acts.
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CRJ 179 - White Collar Crime Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course provides basic understanding of white-collar crime and some of its ramifications. Special attention will be paid to the study of white collar crimes pertaining to corporate crime, occupational crime, governmental and political crime, enterprise/ organized crime, prevention/control mechanisms and societal responses to these crimes.
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CRJ 195 - Crime Scene Investigation Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 8
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
An in-depth study into the nature of physical evidence including descriptions of forensic analysis, techniques for proper collection and preservation of evidence and interpreting the significance of scientifically evaluated evidence.
Corequisite: CRJ 141
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CRJ 222 - Correctional Treatment Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Methods Institutional options for preventing recidivism. Introduction to therapeutic techniques. Comparison of punishment, Freudian treatments and behavior modification systems. Student presentation required.
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CRJ 229 - Penology Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
The social organization and goals of correctional programs. Principles of institutional corrections and the social structure within institutions. Examination of non-institutional alternatives including probation and parole.
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CRJ 237 - Criminal & Constitutional Law Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
The course will review the historical development of constitutional law, the philosophy of law and the current impact on law enforcement officials. The judicial process will be examined to better understand the societal and political influences that impact current-day constitutional decisions and a review of the current constitutional protections afforded to an individual. The course will also provide an examination of the elements of common offenses and the procedural safeguards in the criminal process.
Prerequisite: CRJ 100 or PRL 103 or ITR 101
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CRJ 238 - Corrections & Constitutional Law Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course covers law in the field of corrections: procedural and substantive rights of both inmates and the state, “good time” detainers and how the constitutional amendments, Supreme Court rulings and case law apply to institutional, correctional and community-based settings.
Prerequisite: CRJ 100
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CRJ 248 - Scientific Investigation Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
An introduction to investigative techniques that stresses the identification and examination of physical evidence from the time of its discovery until a final disposition by the courts.
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CRJ 264 - Effective Courtroom Testimony Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
An examination of the proper methods for preparing and delivering effective testimony as a criminal justice professional in a court of law.
Prerequisite: CRJ 100
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CRJ 267 - E-Discovery I-Overview Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course provides an overview of the e-discovery process. Helpful for technical practitioners and legal assistants, this course explains legal requirements, appropriate protocol and common expectations for e-discovery implementation.
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CRJ 268 - E-Discovery II-Data Collect Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course explores the data identification and collection phases of the e-discovery process. The principles of logical file systems and acquisition methods are also discussed.
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CRJ 269 - E-Discovery III-Data Process Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course focuses on the aspects of post-acquisition data processing as part of e-discovery implementations. Additional consideration is given to review and reporting, as well as testimony expectations surrounding the e-discovery process.
Prerequisite: CRJ 268 or CRJ 176
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CRJ 276 - Computer Forensics II Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course is a continuation of study relating to computer forensics and data recovery topics. Topics discussed in this course include the investigation and analysis of password-protected and encrypted data, slack space, swap files and portable data storage/ communication devices including PDAs and mobile phones. Software and hardware tools are widely used through various case studies and exercises to reinforce discussion topics.
Prerequisite: CRJ 176
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CRJ 277 - Adv Digital Forensic Methods Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course provides a forum for discussion and experimentation with contemporary topics relating to digital/computer forensics. Topics include evidence analysis specific to networked environments and nonconventional data devices, low-level data recovery procedures, advanced cryptography and steganography, and “live” analysis and recovery of server-oriented storage technologies. Software and hardware tools are widely used through various case studies and exercises to reinforce discussion topics.
Prerequisite: CRJ 276 or instructor approval
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CRJ 278 - Apple/Macintosh Forensics Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course provides a forensic investigation overview of contemporary Apple/Macintosh hardware and software. File system fundamentals and system artifacts that may be of evidentiary value are discussed. Additionally, investigation techniques of Apple mobile and embedded devices (running iOS) are discussed.
Prerequisite: CRJ 167
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CRJ 279 - Malware Forensics Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Course will familiarize students with malware response and analysis methodologies, as well as the legal considerations associated with such practice.
Prerequisite: CRJ 167
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CRJ 292 - Police Phys Fitness & Condition Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course presents the specific requirements of the State of Iowa police physical fitness entry standards (Cooper Test) and academy physical training for the police officer. A fitness exam will be conducted and a personal exercise and nutrition program will be developed to meet each student’s needs. Students will be evaluated at the beginning of the course to ensure they meet at least a 35% fitness level (as outlined in the State of Iowa Police Fitness Standards, Cooper Institute Standards). Each student’s fitness levels will be monitored throughout the course and student adherence to exercise and nutrition prescription will be assessed. Students will be expected to improve at a minimum of 15% above the 35% level of fitness.
Prerequisite: CRJ 100
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CRJ 293 - Crim Justice Report Writing Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
This course will help Criminal Justice students master the ability to translate actions and observations into complete, accurate and understandable written reports for law enforcement and/or corrections professionals. Emphasis will be on the purpose of reports in the criminal justice field, the uses of reports, basic report components and guidelines for good report writing.
Prerequisite: CRJ 100 and ENG 105 or instructor permission
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CRJ 296 - Latent Friction Ridge Evidence Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This unit of study is intended to introduce the student to the basic preservation, development and collection of friction ridge evidence commonly found at crime scenes.
Prerequisite: CRJ 100
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CRJ 297 - Death & Injury Investigations Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This unit of study is intended to present a wide range of topics related to the investigation of death and injury to the human body, from the standpoint of the investigating police officer. The presentation is intended primarily for law enforcement officers and medico-legal death investigators, whose duty it is to inquire into such occurrences. The material is also suitable for college students with a minimal understanding of death and injury investigations.
Prerequisite: CRJ 100
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CRJ 298 - Impressions & Bloodstains Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This unit of study is intended to introduce the student to the basic recognition, preservation, development and collection of bloodstain evidence commonly found at crime scenes.
Prerequisite: CRJ 100
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CRJ 301 - Intro to Homeland Security Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
The course is an examination of the role government and, more specifically, first responders play in the current threat to our nation from terrorism. The course will examine the role, authority and history of the government when faced with these threats. The structure, style and current practices will be covered along with an attempt to discover best practices and cost-effective solutions.
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