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    May 14, 2024  
Catalog 2021-2022 
    
Catalog 2021-2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Geography

Melanie Osterhouse, Acting Assistant Dean, Science and Health or

Christine Arnold-Lourie, Acting Chair, Humanities and Social Sciences

  
  • GRY-1020 - Introduction to Cultural Geography* (B, C) (3)


    Co-requisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C  

    Students study the relationships between culture and geography, analyzing cultural landscapes and the spatial patterns of economic activities, language, race and ethnicity, religion, and politics.  This course satisfies the General Education Social/Behavioral Science requirement and the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.












































  
  • GRY-1050 - World Regional Geography* (B, C) (3)


    Co-requisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C  

    After reviewing basic geographic concepts, students examine the relationship of people to their physical and cultural environments. Topics include world patterns of climate, resources, population, transportation, industry, religions, customs, and national political arrangements.  This course satisfies the General Education Social/Behavioral Science requirement and the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.












































  
  • GRY-1060 - United States Geography* (3)


    Co-requisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C  

    Students examine the physical and cultural geography of the United States emphasizing the differences in climate, landscape, culture, and economic activity.












































  
  • GRY-1100 - Introduction to Geography* (B) (3)


    Co-requisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C  

    Students are introduced to geography as a spatial science, studying the major subfields of spatial inquiry, such as urban, economic, environmental, cultural, and population geography.  This course satisfies the General Education Social/Behavioral Science requirement.












































  
  • GRY-1110 - Introduction to Physical Geography* (S) (3)


    Co-requisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C  

    Students explore the interrelated elements of the natural environment, including weather and climate, water, landforms, soils, and vegetation.  This course satisfies the General Education Physical Science requirement.












































  
  • GRY-1110L - Introduction to Physcial Geography Lab (1)

    Prerequisite: GRY-1110  
    Students are actively engaged in the material and data with which physical geographers work. Building on knowledge gained in GRY 110 Lecture, students calculate earth-sun relations, construct isoline maps, examine and interpret topographic maps and aerial photographs.












































  
  • GRY-2050 - Maps and Mapping* (B) (3)


    Co-requisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following:  IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C    

     

    Students receive an introduction to maps, map interpretation, and computer mapping. They study the various types of maps, including computer maps, and general application of maps in geography to develop skills in map reading, environmental analysis and interpretation.  This course satisfies the General Education Social/Behavioral Science requirement.












































    Course Fee: $30






Geology

Melanie Osterhouse, Acting Assistant Dean, Science and Health

  
  • GEO-1010 - Physical Geology* (S) (3)

    Prerequisite:  Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C  
    Students learn the principles of dynamic and structural geology. The course includes a general survey of the rocks and minerals composing the earth and the movement within it, the earth’s surface features, and the agents that form them, the solar system and earth’s place in it.  This course satisfies the General Education Physical Science requirement.












































  
  • GEO-1010L - Physical Geology Lab* (S) (1)

    Prerequisite: RDG-0800  
    Co-requisite: GEO-1010   

    Students are introduced to the basic materials and tools of physical geology in a laboratory setting. Familiarity with rocks and minerals and the use of maps in geologic investigations are stressed.  This course satisfies the General Education Physical Science requirement.












































    Course Fee: $55






Health

Melanie Osterhouse, Acting Assistant Dean, Science and Health
Sharon Baker, Program Coordinator

  
  • HEA-1100 - Medical Terminology (1)


    Students study the vocabulary associated with the allied health professions through the use of contextual clues, prefixes, suffixes, and roots.












































    Course Fee: $10





  
  • HEA-1105 - Comprehensive Medical Terminology (3)


    This course teaches the students to accurately spell and define common medical terms related to major disease processes, pharmacology categories, diagnostic procedures, laboratory tests, abbreviations, drugs, and treatment modalities for each body system. Case studies and medical reports are utilized to prepare students for using medical terms in context as they are encountered in medical transcription, coding, and other record processing activities












































  
  • HEA-1440 - Pharmacology for Healthcare Professionals* (3)

    Prerequisite: MTH-0991  and Writing Placement; or ENG-0900; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C  
    Co-requisite: BIO-1040  or BIO-2070  

    This course is a study of prescription drugs, PDR use, drug classifications, drug actions, and interactions, safe drug storage, methods of medication administration, dosage calculations and documentation. Pharmacy calls and patient medications instructions are included.

     












































  
  • HEA-1751 - Introduction to Legal and Biomedical Issues in Healthcare* (1)

    Prerequisite: Reading and Writing Placement; or ENG-0900 and RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C  
    Students are introduced to the legal, moral, and ethical issues in the current health care environment.












































  
  • HEA-1755 - Legal and Ethical Issues for Health Providers* (3)

    Prerequisite: Reading and Writing Placement; or ENG-0900 and RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C  
    This course presents an overview of the legal and ethical issues facing professionals in the health care industry.  It provides students with a basic working knowledge of health law and ethics.  It is a comprehensive and inclusive review of a wide variety of health care legal and ethical issues.  Students are provided with a realistic knowledge of health law and its application to the real world through varied learning opportunities and experiences.












































  
  • HEA-1760 - Basic Drug Calculations For Healthcare Workers* (1)

    Prerequisite: MTH-0992  or MTH-0940  
    This course is designed for healthcare workers/nursing students who administer medications to adults and children. The following basic math concepts are included in the course: ratio and proportion calculations, conversions between the metric, apothecary and house- hold systems, safe dosages based on body weight and calculation formulas for regulating intravenous fluids.












































  
  • HEA-1770 - Advanced Drug Calculations For Healthcare Workers* (1)

    Prerequisite: MTH-0992  or MTH-0940   or higher
    This course is designed for healthcare workers/nursing students who will be administering critical intravenous medications. Basic math concepts are applied to critical intravenous medication calculations. Emphasis is placed on accurately calculating the following areas: critical intravenous medications to be given over a specific time period, correction of errors when intravenous flow rates are inaccurate, intravenous fluid volumes over specified time periods, intravenous heparin and pediatric critical intravenous medications given over specified time periods and for specific body weight.













































Health Information Management

Melanie Osterhouse, Acting Assistant Dean, Science and Health
Candi Hume, Program Coordinator

  
  • HIM-1103 - Introduction to Health Information* (3)

    Prerequisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C  
    Co-requisite: HEA-1105  

    This course introduces the components of the content, use, and structure of health care data and data sets in clients’ records. Students learn how these components relate to primary and secondary record systems. Students explore the role of the health information professional in a variety of health care settings, including acute care, ambulatory care, long-term care, home health care, and hospice.  Students learn about confidentiality, health care legislation, licensure, and how health care services are delivered in various setting. Topics such as legal and ethical issues pertaining to health information are introduced.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • HIM-1130 - Introduction to Revenue Cycle Management* (3)

    Prerequisite: HIM-1103  
    Students will learn about reimbursement and billing within the healthcare industry. Insurance processing for claims, denials and appeals of claims are addressed as well as the role of coding with respect to reimbursement. Examination of the various health plans and application of the rules and regulations that govern billing and reimbursement are addressed. Students will learn health insurance basics and the various public and private sectors of managed care and how providers and facilities receive reimbursement for services. Students will learn the foundations for the revenue life cycle.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • HIM-1140 - Diagnostic and Procedural Coding I* (4)

    Prerequisite: BIO-1040 ; BIO-1040L ; HIM-1130  and Reading Placement; or RDG-800; or take one of the following:  IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C  
    Co-requisite:  HEA-1440 ; BIO-2800  

    Students will learn the guidelines and rules for the ICD diagnostic coding classification system for outpatient and inpatient settings. Students will have the opportunity to apply diagnosis codes through practice with coding exercises, cases studies, and online activities. Ethical coding standard for diagnosis coding will be applied in this course. Students will learn about reimbursement methodologies and current regulations, grouping, and Present on Admission indicators (POA).












































    Course Fee: $75.00





  
  • HIM-1150 - Diagnostic and Procedural Coding II* (4)

    Prerequisite: HIM-1140  
    Students will continue to apply their knowledge of ICD diagnostic coding to outpatient coding.  Students will learn the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding nomenclature. These codes are used for reporting physician services and for services in outpatient settings. Students will learn to apply the CPT codes, rules and guidelines for CPT coding for ambulatory care settings and physician offices. Ethical standards for CPT coding will be applied in this course including the National Correct Coding Initiative.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • HIM-2100 - Revenue Cycle Management Application* (4)

    Prerequisite: ENG-1010  
    Co-requisite: HIM-1150  

    Students will integrate coding and billing knowledge to manage the revenue cycle process.  Students will apply skills for auditing records for correct coding and reporting. 












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • HIM-2200 - Health Information Management Data Analytics* (3)

    Prerequisite: HIM-2100 ; MTH-1015  
    Students focus on data integrity and health informatics as basis for developing skills in collecting and analyzing data. Topics include Clinical decision support, data reliability, validity and quality aspects of data. Students will also be introduced to database theory, analysis, and design.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • HIM-2215 - Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Information Management* (3)

    Prerequisite: HIM-2100  

    This course focuses on the legal and ethical aspects of health information management.  Students apply the health information management code of ethics and an ethical decision-making model to health information management ethical issues. The course emphasizes the legal issues encountered in health information management.  There is also a focus on principles of risk management.












































  
  • HIM-2225 - Health Information Management Leadership Principles* (3)

    Prerequisite: HIM-2200 HIM-2215 ; COM-1350  
    Co-requisite: HIM-2230  

    This course introduces leadership principles in the context of the health information management profession. The course focuses on team leadership, change management, and staff development in health care settings. Emphasis is placed on health information leadership roles, designing and implementing training programs, monitoring work flow and performance standards, data-driven decision making using organizational strategies and core measures to support company culture and diversity in the workplace.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • HIM-2230 - Health Information Management Statistics & Research* (3)

    Prerequisite: HIM-2215 ; HIM-2200  
    Students learn to calculate, apply, and present health care statistics relevant to health information management.  Students are introduced to research methodologies used in health care.

     












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • HIM-2240 - Advanced Revenue Cycle Management* (3)


    Co-requisite: HIM-2225 ; HIM-2230  

    Students will advance their knowledge of revenue cycle management through complex case analysis and synthesis.  Students will focus on the principles of revenue cycle evaluation.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • HIM-2255 - Health Information Management Professional Practice Experience (2)


    Co-requisite: HIM-2240  

    Students have the opportunity to explore the health information manager role through supervised professional practice experience.  Students focus on preparation for the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) exam.

     












































    Course Fee: $100






History

Christine Arnold-Lourie, Acting Chair, Humanities and Social Sciences

History classes may be taken in any order.

  
  • HST-1011 - Western Civilization to 1500* (H) (3)

    Prerequisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C  
    Students critically examine Western human history and explore the social, religious, intellectual, and artistic achievements of Western society from the earliest human civilizations to the Reformation, and examine the global impact of Western Civilization.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement.  Students that have completed HST-1010 will not receive credits for HST-1011.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement.

     

     












































  
  • HST-1013 - Global History to 1500* (H) (3)

    Prerequisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C  
    Students critically examine global human history and explore the social, religious, intellectual, political, economic, and cultural heritage of world civilizations, including Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Europe from the earliest human societies to 1500. This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement and the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.












































  
  • HST-1015 - Global History 1500-present* (H,C) (3)

    Prerequisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C   
    Students critically examine global human history and explore the social, religious, intellectual, political, economic, and cultural heritage of world civilizations, including Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Europe, from 1500 to the present.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement and the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     












































  
  • HST-1016 - Women in Europe* (H, C) (3)

    Prerequisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C   
    Students study the history of women in the western world exploring legal and economic issues, social and political concerns as they affect and were affected by women in Europe. Discussion of such topics as war and revolution will be framed to ask the question about the role of women, the impact of war on women, their families, and communities.  Students who have completed HST-2040 cannot receive credit for HST-1016.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement and the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.












































  
  • HST-1017 - History of Race and Racism* (H, C) (3)

    Prerequisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C   
    Students survey the idea of race and history of racism, focusing on the emergence of the idea of race and the manner in which it has evolved over time.  Students examine the influences of science, religion, nationalism, politics, and economics on the definition of race, and the implications of race through an exploration of such topics as slavery, the Holocaust, and current forms of discrimination.












































  
  • HST-1018 - Ancient Greek and Roman History* (H) (3)

    Prerequisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C   
    Students survey the political, economic and social aspects specific to ancient cultures of Western Civilization from Classic Greece to the fall of the Roman Empire.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement.












































  
  • HST-1019 - Medieval Civilization* (H, C) (3)

    Prerequisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C   
    Students explore the history of Europe and the near East (500 C.E. to 1400 C.E.), from the breakup of the Roman Empire to the dawn of the Renaissance.  Students survey economic, social, and cultural developments through study of topics such as feudalism, the Crusades, trade, and the interactions among the three major Western religions  - Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement and the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.












































  
  • HST-1031 - The United States to 1877* (H) (3)

    Prerequisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C   
    Students survey the diplomatic, economic, political, and social history of the United States from the colonial period to the end of Reconstruction.  Students who have completed HST-2010 cannot receive credit for HST-1031.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement.












































  
  • HST-1032 - The United States Since 1877* (H) (3)

    Prerequisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C     
    Students survey the diplomatic, economic, political, and social history of the United States from the end of Reconstruction of present.  Students who have completed HST-2020 cannot receive credit for HST-1032.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement.












































  
  • HST-1034 - History of Women in America* (H, C) (3)

    Prerequisite:

    Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C   

     


    Students examine how changing social, legal, and economic forces have affected women in America. In developing perspectives on the role of women in American history since 1600, students study issues of race, class, and region.  Students who have completed HST-2030 cannot receive credit for HST-1034.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement and the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.












































  
  • HST-1035 - History of American Warfare* (H) (3)

    Prerequisite:

    Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C    

     

     


    Students survey the history of the American experience in warfare. The course covers the major wars in which the United States fought from colonial times to the present, focusing on the development of the armed forces during periods of peace and war, causes and consequences of war, military strategy, and the political, social and economic impacts of warfare, maintaining the central issue of the American way of war and American attitudes toward warfare.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement.












































  
  • HST-1036 - The US and 20th Century World Affairs* (H) (3)

    Prerequisite:

    Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C   

     


    Students survey the history of American foreign relations in the 20th century through the study of key domestic and international factors and events. The course examines the relationship between the United States and the world community by evaluating the social, political, economic, military and cultural changes that led to the American Century when the United States became the dominant world power.  Students who have completed HST-2050 cannot receive credit for HST-1036.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement and the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.












































  
  • HST-1037 - Recent U.S. History: 1945-Present* (H) (3)

    Prerequisite:

    Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW 0900B ; IRW-0900C    

     


    Students explore major political, social, economic, and cultural movements from the end of World War II to the present.  Students consider the U.S. role on the international stage during the Cold War and into the 21st century, while examining the changing social, cultural, and economic landscape of the United States. As the United States became a global superpower, new voices emerged demanding inclusion in the political process. Students consider movements for civil and political equality, including the struggles of African Americans, women, Native Americans, immigrants, and members of the LGBT communities, and evaluate the reaction to those struggles.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement.












































  
  • HST-1050 - The American Experience* (H) (3)

    Prerequisite:

    Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C   


    Students address the complex issues of American culture, and consider the diverse origins of American values, belief systems, and aesthetic expression and their impact on contemporary values and issues.  Students examine key themes such as identity, cultural practices, difference, and America and the world.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement.












































  
  • HST-1061 - History of African Americans to 1877* (H, C) (3)

    Prerequisite:

    Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C   


    Students survey the central place of African Americans in the cultural, economic, political, and social developments in U.S. history, from African kingdoms through Reconstruction.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement and the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.












































  
  • HST-1062 - History of African Americans Since 1877* (H, C) (3)

    Prerequisite:

    Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C   


    Students survey the central place of African Americans in the cultural, economic, political, and social development of the United States, from Reconstruction to the present.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement and the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.












































  
  • HST-1070 - History of Africa* (H, C) (3)

    Prerequisite:

    Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C    


    Students survey the history of Africa with emphasis on events after 1800, a period of profound social, economic, cultural, and political transformation. Students examine key historical developments, including ancient African civilizations, the global slave system, European colonization, decolonization, African nationalism, and the impact of globalization.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement and the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.












































  
  • HST-1072 - History of the Modern Middle East, 1800 to Present* (H, C) (3)

    Prerequisite:

    Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C   


    Students examine major issues in the political, economic, social, and cultural history of the Middle East, from the early nineteenth century to the present. Students will explore key topics, including colonialism, the region’s religious diversity and the conflicts arising from competing Arabic, Islamic, Israeli, and Palestinian nationalisms, as well as Middle Eastern revolutions and reform movements, and the rise of terrorism.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement and the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.












































  
  • HST-1200 - Topics in History I* (3)

    Prerequisite:

    Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C   


    This course is offered when community or student requests indicate sufficient interest in a specific historical subject which no other course adequately covers. Such topics as the history of particular cultural groups or specific historical eras are possible areas of study. Students should consult semester course offerings for specific listings.












































  
  • HST-1201 - Topics in History II* (3)

    Prerequisite:

    Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C   


    This course is offered when community or student requests indicate sufficient interest in a specific historical subject which no other course adequately covers. Such topics as the history of particular cultural groups or specific historical eras are possible areas of study. Students should consult semester course offerings for specific listings.













































Homeland Security

Anthony Stout, Acting Chair, Business
William Moroney, Program Coordinator

  
  • HLS-1015 - Introduction to Homeland Security (3)


    Students will be introduced to homeland security, its function, organization, and responsibilities. Students will look into the evaluation of homeland security throughout the United States. An examination of the roles undertaken and methods used by governmental agencies, the private sector, and individuals who respond to these issues will also be covered. The National Incident Management System (NIMS) which was instituted after the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, and other post 911 changes will be covered.












































  
  • HLS-2300 - Terrorism: Security Issues (3)


    Students are introduced to the historical and contemporary issues relevant to domestic and international terrorism. This course explores the process utilized for collecting and documenting evidence for the capture and effective prosecution of terrorists. Topics include the role of media in covering, investigating, and reporting terrorist events, and the constitutional and sociological dilemmas involved in investigating terrorist acts in democracies.












































  
  • HLS-2320 - Legal Impact of Terrorism* (3)

    Prerequisite: HLS-1015   
    Students study the changes made in the legal system to combat terrorism. They will learn about the impact of the Patriot Act in combating terrorism and aiding in homeland defense; students learn about the immigration issues confronting law enforcements; students get an in-depth look at what measures can be taken to identify terrorists, and other significant threats and challenges concerning homeland security. They will cover civil liabilities and what rights are guaranteed by the Constitution and how terrorism can affect these rights. They will examine Presidential Directives issues since the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001 (post 9/11) and their effect on the private sector.












































  
  • HLS-2330 - Principles, History, and Politics of Emergency Management* (3)

    Prerequisite: HLS-1015   
    Students study the principles, history, politics and policies associated with emergency management procedures. Students study the organizational structure of emergency management. The role of emergency management in terrorism awareness and the events leading up to the creation of the Department of Homeland Security will be covered. Students will be introduced to disaster recovery planning, emergency response preparedness and planning. Emphasis is placed on post 9/11 training for first responders, which was instituted after the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001.












































  
  • HLS-2340 - Intelligence Operations* (3)

    Prerequisite: HLS-1015   
    Students study the diverse facets of intelligence operations including human intelligence, signal intelligence and imagery intelligence. Additionally, the duties of collection, management, analysis, and dissemination of intelligence information will be covered. Emphasis is placed on establishing and managing the security of intelligence operations and information. Students will study the role of the National Security Agency (NSA) and its role in the intelligence field.












































  
  • HLS-2350 - Critical Infrastructure Protection* (3)

    Prerequisite: HLS-1015   
    Students identify and analyze critical infrastructures including security and threat assessment. They will examine and learn about local critical infrastructures and discuss measures to protect critical infrastructures. The difference between critical infrastructures and key resources will be covered. They will take an in-depth look at the National Strategy For Infrastructure Protection, the role of technology in infrastructure protection, and the meaning of the term force protection.












































  
  • HLS-2360 - History and Overview of Weapons of Mass Destruction* (3)

    Prerequisite: HLS-1015   
    Students study the history and characteristics of Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD), including nuclear, radiological, biological, and chemical weapons. Also covered in the class is a comparison of lethal and incapacitating agents. Students discuss the various methods used to detect and handle WMD, the use WMD to create mass casualties, their demoralizing psychological impact upon the populace, and which countries possess WMD or the ability to produce them.













































Hospitality Management

Anthony Stout, Acting Chair, Business
Gemma Wenner, Program Coordinator

  
  • HPM-1015 - Introduction to Hospitality Management (3)


    A survey course that introduces new students to the broad spectrum of the leisure services industry. Typical career areas include food service, lodging, travel/tourism, recreation, gaming and entertainment, meetings, conventions and expositions. The course explores educational options, professional career opportunities, industry trends, importance of teamwork, ethics, and the historical and operational perspectives within each career component. In addition, students will examine the basic functions of management and business administration principles as they relate to a service oriented business model. Students engage the learning process for the course objectives through class lecture, guest speakers, and field trips.












































  
  • HPM-1110 - Managing Front Office Operations (3)


    The course will present students with a systematic approach to managing the front office operation through an examination of the critical management functions and interdepartmental dynamics essential to operational success and guest satisfaction at hotels, resorts and timeshare properties. The course investigates revenue management, business forecasting, budget planning, how blogging and social networking affect hotels, the impact of automated information technologies on a variety of front office functions, and manual backup procedures for automated system failure. Students engage the learning process for the course objectives through class lecture, case studies, field trips and hands-on applications.












































  
  • HPM-1120 - Managing Housekeeping and Facilities (3)


    This course presents a systematic approach to managing hospitality facilities. Particular attention to the planning and evaluation of housekeeping operations will provide students with the principles required for effective administration of the back of the house/hotel support departments. The course will also examine the inter-departmental impact that engineering, security, and convention and meeting services have on the success of the housekeeping function and overall maintenance of the property as an asset. Class lecture, site visits and hands on skill training will be utilized.












































  
  • HPM-1210 - Managing Service in Food and Beverage Operations (3)


    This course will give students a basic understanding of the management process in food and beverage operations.  A course with special emphasis on the institutional aspects of food and beverage management common to restaurants, cafeterias, hotels, conference centers and clubs.  The knowledge necessary to succeed in an entry-level management position in the hospitality industry is presented.  Covered are subjects such as food service sanitation procedures, quality standards, operational organization, marketing, menus, costs and pricing, production, and finances.  Students engage in the learning process for course objectives through class lectures, guest speakers and a capstone Restaurant Design project.












































  
  • HPM-2110 - Supervision in the Hospitality Industry* (3)

    Prerequisite: HPM-1110 ; HPM-1120 ; HPM-1210 ; HPM-1310   
    This course is designed to provide basic information about management/supervision/ leadership responsibilities in the hospitality industry. It includes a comprehensive survey of a wide variety of topics relevant to effective management and supervisory styles including leadership, communication, morale, motivation, training, team building, and employee development and retention unique to lodging and food service operations. The course is primarily oriented to managing as a form of human behavior that occurs in an organizational setting. Specific industry applications are addressed.












































  
  • HPM-2210 - Marketing in the Hospitality Industry* (3)

    Prerequisite: ENG-1010   
    This course takes a practical perspective in introducing students to the marketing of hotels, restaurants, and clubs. The marketing functions and the delivery systems for hospitality services are examined. Explores marketing as a total competitive effort of the hospitality firm emphasizing the importance of internal service. Includes human factors of the market, product and market analysis, competitive pricing and methods of approaching the market, with focus on positioning and selling the intangible product. Case studies, interactive methods, and practical application will be used.












































  
  • HPM-2310 - Management Information Systems for the Hospitality Industry* (3)

    Prerequisite: MTH-0992  or MTH-0940   or higher
    This course provides an overview of the information needs of lodging properties and food service establishments; addresses essential aspects of computer systems such as hardware, software and generic applications; focuses on computer-based property management systems for both front office and back office functions; examines features of computerized restaurant management systems; describes hotel sales computer applications, revenue management strategies and accounting applications; addresses the selection and implementation of computer systems; focuses on managing information systems; and examines the impact of the Internet and private intranets on the hospitality industry. These concepts are stressed through hands-on laboratory assignments with a Hotel Property Management System and a Restaurant POS/back-office as well as Microsoft Office.












































  
  • HPM-2910 - Cooperative Education: Hospitality* (3)

    Prerequisite: completion of 15 credits in the Hospitality Management program, of which 12 credits must be HPM credits; permission of the chair
    Cooperative education allows students to combine academic study with on-the-job experience by working on training assignments coordinated by departmental faculty. The major objective of cooperative education is the application of classroom theory in a work environment. This course is intended for students who are pursuing a degree in Hospitality Management.













































Human Services

Christine Arnold-Lourie, Acting Chair, Humanities and Social Sciences

  
  • HMS-1021 - Alcohol and Drug Effects (3)


    Students study the physiological and psychological effects of alcohol and sedative, hypnotic, narcotic, stimulant, and hallucinogenic drugs on the individual. Students become familiar with drug classifications including drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, tolerance, and elimination as they apply to individual drug categories.












































  
  • HMS-1022 - Alcoholism and Drug Addiction (3)


    Students learn about the addition process including diagnosis, progression, relapse, defense mechanisms, shame and guilt, and intervention as they apply to various populations including women, families, and the dual diagnosed.












































  
  • HMS-1032 - Interpersonal and Counseling Skills (3)


    Students are provided an overview of counseling theory focused on establishing healthy relationships with clients and staff. Attention is given to skills of engaging, attending, responding, personalizing, and initiating. Students learn techniques of objective observation and case assessment. Interviewing, group process and counseling skills are developed.












































  
  • HMS-1042 - Group Counseling I (3)


    Students learn the theory and practice of group counseling. Students examine the varying styles of group development, the roles of the group leaders, and the roles that individual members play within the group. Special emphasis is given to using groups with chemically dependent individuals in the various anonymous programs.












































  
  • HMS-1070 - Legal Aspects of Public Assistance (3)


    Students focus on the legal aspects involved in the administration of Public Assistance Programs. The many federal and state directives which govern the administration of Public Assistance Programs are explored with an emphasis on the provision of efficient services to clients.












































  
  • HMS-1100 - Case-Load Management (3)


    Students are introduced to the professional practices of the human services system for caseload management in the counseling field. Students will learn the core functions for counselors: screening, intake, orientation, assessment planning, counseling, case management, crisis intervention, client education, referral, record keeping, and consultation. In addition, students will be exposed to topics concerning ethics, confidentiality, time management, and stress management.












































  
  • HMS-2043 - Family Counseling Techniques* (3)

    Prerequisite: HMS-1032   
    Students learn the theories and techniques of family therapy. The family is viewed as a dynamic system that influences and is influenced by its individual members. Students learn how environmental, psychological, and social factors affect family interactions.












































  
  • HMS-2111 - Ethics in Human Services and Addiction Counseling* (3)

    Prerequisite:  HMS-1032 ; HMS-1100  or proof of 2-year or 4- year degree
    This course will explore professional ethics and its impact on services provided by the human services and addiction counselor. The student will learn how to apply ethical decision-making techniques to situations facing human services and addiction professional. The student will explore current moral, cultural and ethical issues in human services and addiction counseling fields, as well as examine core concepts related to ethics. The student will examine the consequences of ethical violations in the various areas of human services and addiction counseling. The student will learn the historical development of informed consent and the codes of conduct, examine the legal obligations and ethical codes, explore ethical dilemmas and decision making, and become a culturally competent worker. Orients students to fieldwork and prepares students for practice in the human services and addiction fields.












































  
  • HMS-2211 - Human Services Practicum* (3)

    Prerequisite: HMS-1100   or SOC-1040   
    Students gain field experience in a human services setting. Placement is coordinated by the instructor in an effort to provide prospective employees with a broad understanding of a department of social services and current employees with alternative perspectives and approaches.












































  
  • HMS-2910 - Cooperative Education - Human Services* (3)

    Prerequisite: completion of 30 credits toward associate’s degree and permission of chair;  or completion of  AAS, BA, BS degree only needs the permission of  Co-Op Coordinator
    Cooperative Education - Human Services allows students to combine academic study with on-the-job experience by working on paid training assignments coordinated by departmental faculty. The major objective of Cooperative Education is the application of classroom theory to a work environment. This course is intended for students who are pursuing a degree in Human Services.













































Information Technology Services

Christopher Estes, Acting Chair, Technology
Ronda Jacobs, Program Coordinator

  
  • ITS-1010 - Computing and Information Technology* (3)

    Prerequisite:

    Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C   


    Students gain an appreciation and understanding of the societal and global impact of computing technologies.  Students learn the fundamentals of computing, focusing on the impact of technology through interdisciplinary computer projects.  Activities rely on creativity, problem-solving, data and informational analysis, program design, writing computer code, cyber security and networking, and global impact.  Students are actively engaged in projects that develop skills in computational thinking, logic, and scientific reasoning.  Students that have taken ITS-1015 should speak with an advisor prior to registering for this course.












































    Course Fee: $15





  
  • ITS-1050 - Computing Essentials* (3)


    Students gain knowledge and practical experience with PC hardware and peripherals, mobile device hardware, networking and troubleshooting, hardware and network connectivity issues. Students also gain practical experience installing and configuring popular operating systems. Students will be introduced to topics in security, the fundamentals of cloud computing and operational procedures. Additionally, students will gain practice using Office productivity software tools such as Excel. This course helps students to prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification.












































  
  • ITS-1070 - Systems Analysis and Design* (3)

    Prerequisite: ITS-1050  
    Students learn about the tools and skills a systems analyst uses to analyze, design, install and maintain a computer system using the system development life cycle. A case study with group work highlights major topics discussed.












































    Course Fee: 25





  
  • ITS-1120 - Introduction to Database* (3)

    Prerequisite:  ITS-1050  or ITS-1020  
    Students learn how to use a relational Database Management Systems (DBMS). Topics include building, modifying, implementing, management and administration of a relational DBMS using Microsoft Access. Students will learn how to create tables, queries, forms, reports, and relationships according to project requirements. This course uses lecture and a hands-on format. 












































    Course Fee: $15





  
  • ITS-1205 - Internet and Web Application Essentials* (3)

    Prerequisite:

    Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C    

     

     


    Students learn to use Internet and intranet technologies and build simple web documents. Content includes creating basic HTML documents, Cascading Style Sheets, basic client-side scripting, simple forms, and an introduction to the basic concepts of web applications.  












































  
  • ITS-1960 - Introduction to Linux* (3)

    Prerequisite: ITS-1020  or ITS-1050  
    Students learn the basic concepts of the Linux operating system as it relates to computer hardware, software, and operations, including command syntax, file management and maintenance, and troubleshooting of user problems.  For students who plan to use personal computers, this course may have specific computing requirements.  Please refer to the Quick Link for Computing Requirements on the Business, Technology, and Public Service website.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • ITS-2090 - Computer Security* (3)

    Prerequisite: ITS-1050  
    ITS-2090 covers the fundamentals of operational security, network security, managing a public key infrastructure (PKI), authentication, access control, external attack, and cryptography. Students learn about the security procedures to protect data in computer environments, the different network attack scenarios, the many tools and procedures used by organizations to protect their resources, and the ethical issues raised by computer security in the business world. This course helps prepare students for the CompTIA Security+ exam. The vendor neutral CompTIA Security+ certification is the acceptable industry-level security certification.  For students who plan to use personal computers, this course may have specific computing requirements.  Please refer to the Quick Link for Computing Requirements on the Business, Technology, and Public Service website.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • ITS-2120 - Local Area Network Administration* (3)

    Prerequisite: ITS-1020  or ITS-1050  ​
    Students learn networking fundamentals as applied to the Local Area Network (LAN) environment. Students are introduced to networking hardware, architecture, media, and software. Students gain an understanding of network functions in an integrated information system and the supervision of network operation. Various networking protocols and network security issues are discussed.  For students who plan to use personal computers, this course may have specific computing requirements.  Please refer to the Quick Link for Computing Requirements on the Business, Technology, and Public Service website.












































  
  • ITS-2150 - Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery* (3)


    Co-requisite: ITS-2545  

    Students will analyze and implement strategies to ensure business continuity in an information technology environment. This will involve the study of various risk management frameworks to support a robust and proactive approach to various types of threats. In addition, students will develop disaster recovery plans to support the entire business continuity and disaster recovery process. Specific technologies to support the process will also be examined. 
     












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • ITS-2160 - Cybersecurity Risk Management* (3)

    Prerequisite: ITS-2545  
    This course explores multidisciplinary and applied approaches to managing information security risk. Students examine technical, social, economic, legal, and political risks and implement strategies to remove not only these risks, but communication barriers between strategic, operational, and tactical level decision makers. This course also covers related government and industry regulations and standards, as well as effective practices frequently used to assess, analyze, and manage cybersecurity risks. Traditional cybersecurity risk management techniques are discussed alongside emerging strategies and topics such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and Cloud systems.












































  
  • ITS-2185 - Installing and Configuring Microsoft Client* (3)

    Prerequisite: permission of the chair
    Co-requisite: ITS-2120   

    This course covers installing, upgrading and configuring the current Windows client, including trouble shooting, security, network connectivity and configuring and maintaining applications. For students who plan to use personal computers, this course may have specific computing requirements. Please refer to the Quick Link for Computing Requirements on the Business, Technology, and Public Service website.












































  
  • ITS-2190 - Microsoft Window Server Administration* (3)

    Prerequisite: ITS-1050   or ITS-1020  
    This course teaches all skill sets related to the current Microsoft server including deployment, management, maintaining and monitoring of the server, and maintaining high availability of the servers in a network.












































  
  • ITS-2250 - Data Communications* (3)

    Prerequisite: ITS-1020 or ITS-1050  

     
    This first course in data communications and networking provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of data transmission, focusing on the lower layers of the OSI model. Broad overview of data transmission concepts such as signaling, encoding, modulation, and error detection are explored. Topics relating to network security including cryptography, message security, user authentication, and key management are introduced.












































  
  • ITS-2400 - Introduction to Cloud Computing* (3)

    Prerequisite: ITS-1050  
    This course is for students who seek a foundational understanding of cloud computing concepts, independent of specific technical roles. It provides an overview of cloud concepts, core services, security, architecture, pricing, and support. This course helps students to prepare for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam.












































  
  • ITS-2410 - Cloud Infrastructure and Services (3)

    Prerequisite: ITS-2400   
    This course covers the fundamentals of building IT infrastructure on a cloud platform. Students learn how services fit into cloud-based solutions while optimizing the cloud environment. In addition, students explore best practices and design patterns for architecting optimal IT solutions, and build a variety of infrastructures in guided, hands-on activities. Students create prototype architectures and build them into robust and adaptive solutions. With additional study, this course helps students to prepare for the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certified Solutions Architect - Associate exam.












































  
  • ITS-2430 - Information Technology Center Support* (3)

    Prerequisite: ITS-1020  or ITS-1050  
    Student will learn the operation of help desks and computer information centers, focusing on the use of software packages, interfacing with users, entry of data, and the reporting of technical problems. Students are introduced to the methods available to maintain their level of expertise in this rapidly changing field. Students also learn the skills required to expand its capability including how to use the powers of observation and deductive reasoning. Traits and attitudes that are important to potential employers are presented to the student.  












































  
  • ITS-2450 - Decision Support Systems* (3)

    Prerequisite: BAD-1335  or ITS-1010  or ITS-1050  

     
    Students learn the basic concepts of decision support systems. Topics include: building and implementing a decision support system utilizing Microsoft Excel, scenario management, what-if analysis, and the use of the Excel Solver tool. Heavy emphasis is placed on using decision support systems for business decisions. Business application development techniques are applied to aid in the development of complex decision support systems.












































  
  • ITS-2480 - Data Analytics* (3)

    Prerequisite: CSC-1110 ; MTH-1015   
    The emergence of new data sources is transforming the role of the data analyst from one who simply reports information to one who is charged with making sense of the available data and distilling it for a given audience. This course emphasizes fundamental coursework on the standards and practices for collecting, organizing, managing, exploring, and using data. Topics include preparation, analysis, and visualization of data and creating analysis tools for larger data sets.
     












































  
  • ITS-2490 - Windows Programming* (3)

    Prerequisite: CSC-1110  
    Students learn the fundamentals of programming in Visual Basic.Net, the graphical language for programming in the Windows environment. Topics include forms, controls, properties, procedures, and events used to control program flow and functions.  For students who plan to use personal computers, this course may have specific computing requirements.  Please refer to the Quick Link for Computing Requirements on the Business, Technology, and Public Service website.












































  
  • ITS-2492 - Programming for the Web Using .NET Technology* (3)

    Prerequisite: CSC-1110  
    Students learn how to create dynamic Web applications using server-side programming technologies. The student will use Visual Studio to create ASP.NET Web applications that deliver dynamic content to a Web site utilizing server controls and Web forms. Complex data access tasks will be taught using Web-enabled database concepts, Relational database principles and Structured Query Language (SQL).  For students who plan to use personal computers, this course may have specific computing requirements.  Please refer to the Quick Link for Computing Requirements on the Business, Technology, and Public Service website.












































  
  • ITS-2500 - Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing* (3)


    Co-requisite: ITS-2190 ; ITS-2536  

    Students learn how intruders, including hackers, attack systems and networks as well as best ethical practices for scanning, auditing, penetration testing, and securing assigned systems. In addition students will explore how intruders escalate privileges, strategies for preempting attacks as well as the legal and ethical nature of security countermeasures.  For students who plan to use personal computers, this course may have specific computing requirements.  Please refer to the Quick Link for Computing Requirements on the Business, Technology, and Public Service website.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • ITS-2511 - Networking I* (3)

    Prerequisite: ITS-1050  
    Students learn networking fundamentals and network terminology in this first of a three-course series. Topics covered include open system interconnection (OSI) models, Ethernet technologies, network media, basics of TCP/IP, and IP addressing.  Training is provided in the use of networking software and tools that are required to troubleshoot networking problems.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • ITS-2516 - Networking II* (3)

    Prerequisite: ITS-2511  
    Students learn router and routing basics in this second of a three-course series. This course provides students with an understanding of wireless, security, TCP/IP, basic router configuration, installation of routing protocols, network troubleshooting skills, and configuration of networking software and tools that are required to troubleshoot networking problems.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • ITS-2527 - Enterprise Networking* (3)

    Prerequisite: ITS-2516  
    Students learn advanced security concepts, virtualization, and network automation in this third of a three-course series. Topics covered commonly used networking automation tools.  Training is provided in the use of networking software and tools that are required to troubleshoot network problems.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • ITS-2536 - Network & Infrastructure Defense* (3)

    Prerequisite: ITS-1960 ; ITS-2090 ; ITS-2511  
    In this course, student learn how to manage and apply technologies to protect networks.  An understanding of security technologies including firewalls, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), virus protection, TCP packet sniffing and analysis, VPNs (virtual private networks), and disaster recovery will be addressed.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • ITS-2545 - Information Systems Security* (3)

    Prerequisite:

    ITS-2090  and Reading and Writing Placement; or ENG-0900 and RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C  

     
    Students learn the management principles of information security. The course will cover many aspects of security including hardware, software, communication, and physical security. Security policy, legal and ethical issues will also be covered. The relationship between course topics and CISSP domains are also highlighted.












































  
  • ITS-2555 - Digital Forensics I* (3)

    Prerequisite:

    ITS-2090  and Reading and Writing Placement; or ENG-0900 and RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C    

     
    Co-requisite: ITS-1960  

    Students will navigate through each phase of the digital forensics analysis methodology using a practical and hands-on approach. Various open source and commercial digital forensic software packages will be used in conjunction with hardware based tools to support the process. Topics such as anti-forensics measures will be examined to demonstrate the impact they can have on an investigation. Students will also explore the various laws and regulations that guide the digital forensics process during both criminal and civil litigation. In addition, students will learn how to prepare policy documentation to build and maintain a successful digital forensics laboratory. For students who plan to use personal computers, this course may have specific computing requirements.  Please refer to the Quick Link for Computing Requirements on the Business, Technology, and Public Service website.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • ITS-2560 - Digital Forensics II* (3)

    Prerequisite: ITS-2555  or ITS-2550  
    Students will build upon digital forensics concepts and skills from ITS-2555 Digital Forensics I.  Digital forensics specific hardware and software will be used to acquire and analyze images from common hardware and mobile based device types. Network forensics concepts will also be explored along with an introduction to malware analysis. For students who plan to use personal computers, this course may have specific computing requirements.  Please refer to the Quick Link for Computing Requirements on the Business, Technology, and Public Service website.












































    Course Fee: $25





 

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