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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: ADM 221 and Instructor or Advisor approval
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 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: ADM 221 and Instructor or Advisor 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 , CAD 182 , 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.
Corequisite: BCA 212
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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. Descriptive geometry principles will be examined. Basic vector geometry will be covered. Auxiliary views will be created. 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 , CAD 182 , CAD 242 , and MAT 773 or any AAS core Math course with prefix of MAT or BUS.
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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.
Required: CAD 152. CAD 182, CAD 246, MAT 773
Prerequisite: CAD 153 , CAD 182 , CAD 246 , MAT 773
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: Design process and procedures will be discussed.
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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 or Instructor Permission, 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 152 , MAT 773
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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 , CAD 182 , CAD 242 and 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.
Prerequisite: CAD 152
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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 OR Corequisite: 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 , CAD 182 and 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 246 , 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
Design process and procedures will be discussed. Design process and procedures will be discussed. Industry standards will be covered as used for student design projects.
Prerequisite: CAD 152 , CAD 196 , CAD 240 , CAD 182 ,CAD 242 and 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 apply industry standards to their design project.
Prerequisite: CAD 153 , CAD 215 , CAD 252 , CAD 246 , CAD 182 and CAD 242 .
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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
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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: 1
Lab Hours: 4
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
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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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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 277 - CAD Practice Lab Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course will give the student practice time to enhance their understanding of computer-aided drafting (CAD). Microstation snd AutoCAD Civil 3D software will be utilized. Drawings will be created and plotted.
(This course is Pass/Fail).
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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 - Structural 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 302 - Field 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 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 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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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 171
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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.
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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++.
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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.
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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 GUI Java applications.
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CIS 174 - Advanced C# Programming Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
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.
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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.
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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 204 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.
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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 - COBOLl 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
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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.
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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.
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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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CIS 932 - CIS Internship Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 8
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course provides a semi-structured experience in the field of computer information technology working as an intern with a local business. The student has the opportunity to network with professionals and employers in his or her field. The student will write a resume suitable for employment applications, explore employment opportunities and practice job interview skills.
Prerequisite: Instructor Approval: Successful completion of at least 12 credits in CIS or MDT courses with a grade of B or above. Students must arrange an internship with a local business prior to enrolling in this course.
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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
This course explores the ways mass media help form, reproduce and challenge our understandings of gender and sexuality. Students will be intruduced to various theories and approaches 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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