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    Apr 28, 2024  
Catalog 2021-2022 
    
Catalog 2021-2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Business Administration

Anthony Stout, Acting Chair, Business

  
  • BAD-2700 - Human Resource Management* (3)

    Prerequisite: BAD-1210  or  BAD-2710  or BAD-1015  
    Students are introduced to human-resource management. Topics include job design, recruitment, selection, interviewing, benefits, EEO laws, performance appraisals, grievance, and personnel changes within an organization.












































  
  • BAD-2710 - Human Relations and Leadership (3)


    Students develop leadership skills in communication, motivation, and perceptions. Topics include small group dynamics, job conflict and stress, team building, leadership styles, interpersonal relations, and organizational change.












































  
  • BAD-2740 - Retail Management* (3)

    Prerequisite: BAD-1210  
    In today’s tough job environment more people are choosing to become entrepreneurs.  One of the more popular ways to do this is to start up a retail store  - either physical or on-line. The main objective of this course is to enable students to develop a full retail plan that they can use to begin a new business venture.  In the process, students will learn not only how to plan a retailer, but how to deal with retailers from a business- to-business relationship.












































  
  • BAD-2910 - Cooperative Education: Business* (3)

    Prerequisite: ENG-1010 ; ENG-1010T  and BAD-1015  (Formerly ECN-1015); and permission of the chair.
    Cooperative Education allows students to combine academic study with on-the-job experience by working on training assignments coordinated by division faculty. This COOP may be used as a course substitution to document both academic and professional studies in the area of a specific course (e.g. Marketing, Hotel Management, etc.). The major objective of cooperative education is the application of classroom theory in a work environment.  This course is specifically designed for students who are pursuing a business career. Note: These credits may not transfer to all four-year institutions. Contact the Advising Office if planning to transfer. 












































  
  • BAD-2950 - Independent Study in Business* (1.00 - 3.00)

    Prerequisite: BAD-1015  and permission of the chair
    Independent research time and use of Internet is required. This course may be appropriate for a currently employed student who desires to investigate a specialized subject area related to his or her career field. Course lengths may vary from one to three credits and will be dependent upon the content to be covered. Students considering this course should contact the department chair at least eight weeks prior to the anticipated enrollment to determine if the course is appropriate for their needs.












































  
  • ITS-2300 - Introduction to Project Management* (3)


    Co-requisite: ITS-1010   or ITS-1050  or BAD-1910  

    This course has been recommended by business leaders all over Southern Maryland.  Students will be introduced to the concept of project management and will investigate key elements of the project management framework.  Specific knowledge in several of the project management knowledge areas such as project scope, project time, project cost and project quality management will be covered.  Students will sample several popular project management software packages in order to compare their features.













































Chemistry

Melanie Osterhouse, Acting Assistant Dean, Science and Health

Placement Standard

See Placement Tests Procedures  before enrolling in CHE 1200 ; students must take the California Chemistry Diagnostic Test (score of 20 or above) if they have not completed CHE 1050  with a passing grade. In order to take the California Chemistry Diagnostic Test, a student must have successfully completed MTH 0970  or math placement.

  
  • CHE-1050 - Introductory Chemistry* (S) (3)

    Prerequisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following:  IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C ; and MTH-0994  or MTH-0970  
    CHE-1050 does not apply to science majors.  This course provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of chemistry for students with little or no prior background in chemistry who require additional preparation for general chemistry (CHE 1200), or students who plan to take Principles of Organic and Biological Chemistry (CHE 1230).  Topics are both descriptive and quantitative and include atomic structure, chemical structure and bonding, stoichiometry, states of matter, solution chemistry, acids and bases, and calculations using dimensional analysis.  This course may transfer as a non-lab general science requirement for non-science majors. Successful completion of this course fulfills the chemistry prerequisites for Principles of Organic and Biological Chemistry (CHE 1230) and Biological Chemistry (CHE 1200).  This course satisfies the General Education Physical Science requirement.

    To enroll directly into CHE-1200/CHE-1200L, it is recommended to take the California Diagnostic Chemistry Test prior to registration.

     












































  
  • CHE-1050L - Introduction to Chemistry Lab* (1)

    Prerequisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following:  IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C ; and MTH-0994  or MTH-0970 ; and CHE-1050  
    Co-requisite: CHE-1050  

    CHE-1050L does not apply to science majors.  This online lab accompanies CHE 1050, Introduction to Chemistry. Students use simple chemical labware and materials to perform qualitative and quantitative analyses in their own home.  Lab investigations include chemical structure and bonding, stoichiometry, states of matter, gas laws, calorimetry, acids and bases, and calculations using dimensional analysis.  This course satisfies the General Education Physical Science requirement.












































  
  • CHE-1200 - General Chemistry I* (S) (3)

    Prerequisite: Take CHE-1050  (Score 20 or above on California Chemistry Diagnostic Test and waive CHE-1050); Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following:  IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C ; and MTH-1115  or MTH-1120   or MTH-1150  
    Students learn fundamental principles of chemistry based on a study of the physical and chemical properties of the metallic and nonmetallic elements. Topics include the structure of matter, symbols, formulas and equations, chemical bonding, gaseous state and the kinetic molecular theory, solutions, oxidation reduction, the periodic table, and thermochemistry.  Credit for this course may be earned through Advanced Placement Examination.  This course satisfies the General Education Physical Science requirement.












































  
  • CHE-1200L - General Chemistry I Lab* (S) (1)

    Prerequisite: “C” or better in CHE-1050  or take co-requisite course
    Co-requisite: CHE-1200   

    Lab work includes basic chemical lab techniques and safety precautions and experiments in volumetric and gravimetric analysis. Computer assisted data collection and analysis is also performed.  This course satisfies the General Education Physical Science requirement.












































    Course Fee: $85





  
  • CHE-1210 - General Chemistry II* (S) (3)

    Prerequisite: CHE-1200 ; CHE-1200L   
    The continuation of CHE-1200  includes chemical equilibrium chemical kinetics, ionic equilibrium, solubility product, hydrolysis, electrochemistry, liquid and solid states, acids, bases and salts. Credit for this course may be earned through Advanced Placement Examination.  This course satisfies the General Education Physical Science requirement.












































  
  • CHE-1210L - General Chemistry II - Lab* (S) (1)


    Co-requisite: CHE-1210   

    Lab work includes computer assisted-data collection and analysis, lab techniques and safety precautions during experiments in equilibrium, reaction rates, and titration. Students also perform several qualitative analysis experiments.  This course satisfies the General Education Physical Science requirement.












































    Course Fee: $85





  
  • CHE-1350 - General Chemistry for Engineers* (S) (3)

    Prerequisite:  MTH-1120 ; MTH-1150 ; CHE-1050  (score 20 or above on California Chemistry Diagnostic Test and waive CHE-1050) 
    This course covers the nature and composition of matter, solutions, chemical reactions, equilibria, kinetics, thermodynamics and electrochemistry with application to various fields of engineering. The course is designed specifically for students in the computer and electrical engineering programs. Credit will not be granted for CHE-1200  and CHE-1350 or CHE-1210  and CHE-1350.  This course satisfies the General Education Physical Science requirement.












































  
  • CHE-2200 - Organic Chemistry I* (S) (3)

    Prerequisite: CHE 1210  and CHE 1210L  
    Students are introduced to organic chemistry according to family, with integration of aliphatic and aromatic compounds. The basic interdependence of properties and structure is demonstrated using a mechanistic approach.  This course satisfies the General Education Physical Science requirement.












































  
  • CHE-2200L - Organic Chemistry I - Lab* (S) (1)


    Co-requisite: CHE-2200   

    Lab work includes preparation, separation, purification, and identification of typical organic compounds. Chromatographic techniques receive special emphasis.












































    Course Fee: $90





  
  • CHE-2210 - Organic Chemistry II* (S) (3)

    Prerequisite: CHE-2200 ; CHE-2200L  
    This course continues to develop the principles and processes presented in CHE 2200  including nucleophilic substitution, nucleophilic addition, and carbanion chemistry.  This course satisfies the General Education Physical Science requirement.












































  
  • CHE-2210L - Organic Chemistry II - Lab* (S) (1)


    Co-requisite: CHE-2210   

    This continuation of CHE-2200  lab includes experimentation involving reaction kinetics and analysis; and interpretation of infrared, nuclear magnetic resonance, and mass spectra of organic compounds.  This course satisfies the General Education Physical Science requirement.












































    Course Fee: $90





  
  • CHE-2910 - Cooperative Education I: Chemistry* (3)

    Prerequisite: ENG-1010 ; 8 credits in Chemistry above 1050 level; 18 credits toward General Studies or Mathematics and Sciences; permission of the chair

     
    Cooperative Education 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 specifically designed for students who are pursuing a degree in General Studies or Mathematics and Sciences.












































  
  • CHE-2920 - Cooperative Education II: Chemistry* (3)

    Prerequisite: CHE-2910 ; permission of the chair
    Students continue the Cooperative Education assignment begun in CHE-2910  or begin a new assignment.












































  
  • CHE-2980 - Directed Studies in Chemistry I* (1.00 - 3.00)

    Prerequisite: CHE-2210 ; CHE-2210L ; permission of the chair
    Under the supervision of a faculty member, students work independently on topics related to chemistry which are beyond the scope of other chemistry courses offered by the college.












































  
  • CHE-2990 - Directed Studies in Chemistry II* (1.00 - 3.00)

    Prerequisite: CHE-2980 ; permission of the chair
    Under the supervision of a faculty member, students work independently on topics related to chemistry which are beyond the scope of other chemistry courses offered by the college. This course is a continuation of work begin in CHE 2980 .













































Communication

Denise Gilmer-Knudson, Acting Chair, English and Communication

  
  • COM-1010 - Basic Principles of Speech Communication* (H) (3)

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

     
    Students learn theories of listening, intrapersonal, interpersonal, intercultural, verbal, and nonverbal communication. Major units include informative and persuasive presentations and group discussion. College-level writing skills are recommended.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement.












































  
  • COM-1020 - Introduction to Mass Communication* (B) (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 focuses on the history and functions of the major print and electronic mass media. Students examine the ways in which consumers use media, the effects of those media on consumers, the ways in which audiences and media influence each other, and the relationship between media and society.  This course satisfies the General Education Social/Behavioral Science requirement.












































  
  • COM-1040 - Beginning Sign Language (3)


    Parents, teachers, and others interested in communicating with hearing-impaired people learn basics of sign language.












































  
  • COM-1050 - Beginning Sign Language II* (3)

    Prerequisite: COM-1040   
    Students develop accuracy, clarity, and expressiveness using sign language to communicate with the hearing-impaired.












































  
  • COM-1250 - Introduction to Interpersonal Communication* (H) (3)

    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 able to combine theory and application of communication principles involved in initiating, developing, and maintaining a relationship. Aspects of one-to-one and small group communication are explored including perception, self-concept, listening, intercultural and gender communication, and conflict management. College-level writing skills are recommended.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement.












































  
  • COM-1350 - Intercultural Communication* (H, C) (3)

    Prerequisite: 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 theories of intercultural communication and the skills that allow for effective communication with diverse cultures. Units may include understanding diversity, perception, nonverbal communication, and intercultural communication in the workplace.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement and the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.












































  
  • COM-1650 - Introduction to Public Speaking* (H) (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 introduces students to different forms of public speaking. Students complete informative, persuasive and special occasion speeches and an interview. This course will also explore how to deliver a speech with logical sequencing, confidence and enthusiasm.  This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement.












































  
  • COM-2080 - Writing and Editing for the Web* (3)

    Prerequisite: ENG-1010   
    Students develop writing and editing techniques specifically for online publications.  They will learn how to  write, organize, and format web content for specific audiences.  Additionally, they will learn about web site usability research and practice and general principles of information architecture upon completion.












































  
  • COM-2300 - Introduction to Media Writing* (3)

    Prerequisite: ENG-1010  
    Students examine the techniques of news and feature writing for cross-platform media. They learn how to report, write, and edit stories suitable for print, broadcast and news media.












































  
  • COM-2500 - Introduction to Communication Theory* (3)

    Prerequisite: ENG-1010 ; and at least one of the following: COM-1010 ; COM-1250 ; COM-1350  
    Students are introduced to the major communication theories and their histories that are the foundation to understanding the communication discipline. These theories can be applied to intrapersonal, interpersonal, group, organizational, public, intercultural, mediated and mass communication contexts. Students planning to take COM-2500 as a substitute for COM-2950 should speak with an advisor.












































  
  • COM-2910 - Cooperative Education: Communication* (3)

    Prerequisite: ENG-1010 ; COM-1010 ; ENG-2050 ; or ENG-1010 ; COM-1010 ; COM-2300 ; or ENG-1010 ; COM-1650 ; plus permission of the chair
    Cooperative education allows students to combine academic study with on-the-job experience by working on paid training assignments coordinated by department faculty. The major objective of cooperative education is the application of classroom theory to a work environment. This course is intended for students considering a career in communications, e.g., journalism, technical writing, television or radio production.













































Construction Management

Anthony Stout, Acting Chair, Business

  
  • CNT-1010 - Construction Methods and Materials (3)


    This course is an introductory study of common construction systems, methods, equipment and materials. Students learn practical application of construction methodology and materials through lectures, field trips and hands-on application. The course focuses on construction site safety, the logical activity sequence and scheduling of the project as well as emphasizing different material choices based on durability, aesthetics, combustibility and other characteristics.  












































  
  • CNT-1020 - Construction Specifications and Estimating (3)


    This course introduces students to construction estimation and the impact that materials, methods, manpower, and business practices have on the cost of a project. Students consider preliminary, detailed, and quantifiable estimating as practiced in the industry and apply basic estimating principles to construction projects. Students learn the estimator’s role in construction as well as gain a working understanding of bidding and competition. The basic principles of specification development and their role within legal and technical documents are explored. Construction site safety is emphasized throughout the course.  












































  
  • CNT-1030 - Construction Project Management (3)


    This is a comprehensive construction project management course based on the essentials of project management. Students learn theories, techniques and methodologies to effectively plan and control construction projects. Using project management software and the project life-cycle model from construction project simulations, or real life projects, students will organize, plan, monitor and control a construction project. Students learn to delineate the unique cost control methods for construction productivity, job cost, labor records, and material and equipment purchases. Construction site safety is emphasized throughout the course.  












































  
  • CNT-2010 - Construction Contracts and Related Laws* (3)

    Prerequisite: CNT-1030   
    This course introduces standard construction contracting practices and delivery methods and reviews OSHA and other safety and regulation requirements for construction projects. Emphasis is placed on the study of legal factors associated with construction company operations with a practical approach to the law as it relates to contracts, insurance, federal, state and local government regulations. An overview of administrative skills for construction project management is included.  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 and Technology website.












































  
  • CNT-2915 - Cooperative Education I: Construction Management* (3)

    Prerequisite: CNT-1010 ; and permission of the chair
    Cooperative Education allows students to combine academic study with on-the-job experience by working on training assignments coordinated by division faculty. This COOP may be used as a course substitution to document both academic and professional studies in the area of a specific course (e.g. Construction Estimating, Construction Project Management, etc.). The major objective of cooperative education is the application of classroom theory in a work environment.  Participation is supervised by a college instructor and appropriate work-site personnel. Students meet with the instructor six weeks prior to the course. A minimum of 300 hours of work experience is required for the course. This course is intended for students pursuing the Business Management with a Concentration in Construction Management degree.  Note: Cooperative Education allows students to combine academic study with on-the-job experience by working on training assignments coordinated by division faculty. This COOP may be used as a course substitution to document both academic and professional studies in the area of a specific course (e.g. Marketing, Hotel Management, etc.). The major objective of cooperative education is the application of classroom theory in a work environment.  This course is specifically designed for students who are pursuing a business career. Note: These credits may not transfer to all four-year institutions. Contact the Advising Office if planning to transfer. 













































Computer Science

Christopher Estes, Acting Chair, Technology

  
  • CSC-1110 - Program Design and Development* (3)

    Prerequisite: MTH-0993  or MTH-0940  or MTH-0950  or higher
    This course introduces students to structured programming and the fundamentals of efficient code using top-down design. Topics include software development methodology, data types, control structures, functions, arrays, and the mechanics of running, testing, and debugging. Emphasis is placed on common algorithms and programming principles. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test and debug programs. 












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • CSC-1390 - Programming Concepts For Engineering* (4)

    Prerequisite: EGR-1100  or CSC-2591  and MTH-1200 ; or permission of chair
    This course is designed specifically to prepare students for EGR 2440 . Engineering students learn the fundamentals of programming using high level programming language(s). Topics include C++ Language syntax, advanced data types, functions, arrays, pointers, strings, classes, data abstractions and structured programming concepts. Students study concepts of Boolean Algebra that is applied to algorithms to be developed in EGR 2440 . Independent study is required every week in the micro-computer lab.  ITS-1390 is now CSC-1390.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • CSC-2020 - Computing Fundamentals for Engineers* (3)

    Prerequisite: EGR-1100  or CSC-2591  and MTH-1200 ; or permission of chair
    Co-requisite: MTH 1210  

    This course provides an introduction to computing software tools used in solving engineering problems.  Students learn the basics of MATLAB, including simple commands, variables, solving equations, graphing differentiation and integration, matrices and vectors, functions, scripts, and programming in the MATLAB environment.  Working in the C++ environment, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of programming including branching and loops, functions, file handling, arrays, and data structures.  Students will also be introduced to object-oriented programming, basic computing, algorithms, and principles of software engineering.












































    Course Fee: 25





  
  • CSC-2591 - Computer Science I* (4)

    Prerequisite: CSC-1110  or EGR-1100  or Advanced Placement Exam score of 3 in Computer Science A or a score of 4 or 5 in Computer Science Principles.
    This first course in object oriented programming provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of object oriented program design (overloading, data abstraction, inheritance and polymorphism), debugging, and testing. The students learn the concepts of modular object oriented program and algorithm design via various projects throughout the semester. File processing, array manipulation, and elementary searching (sequential and binary) and sorting (selection, insertion, merge) algorithms are introduced.  ITS-2591 is now CSC-2591.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • CSC-2592 - Computer Science II* (4)

    Prerequisite: CSC-2591  
    This course builds on the first course training students to better employ advanced data-structures (two dimensional arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, heaps, priority queues, sets and maps) and algorithms (hashing, quick-sort, heap-sort) to large programming projects. Students learn how to manipulate various data-structures: traversal, insertion, and deletion. Efficiency of various data-structures is explored via worst and average-case time and space analysis.  ITS-2592 is now CSC-2592.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • CSC-2740 - Data Structures and Algorithms* (4)

    Prerequisite: CSC-2592 ; MTH-2500   
    This course provides comprehensive introduction to analysis and design of computer algorithms. Students are trained to analyze and evaluate the asymptotic performance (worst, average and best case) of various algorithms. Students understand that the average-case running time of algorithms is probabilistic and are able to employ the linearity of expectations to analyze them. Students are able to explain correctness of algorithms using inductive proofs and loop invariants. The course also explores various divide-and-conquer algorithms and solutions to recurrences. Understand the greedy paradigm and explain the appropriate use of it in algorithm design. Graph algorithms and elementary data structures for implementing them are also explored. Upon successful completion of this course, students are able to synthesize efficient algorithms for various system designs.  ITS-2740 is now CSC-2740.












































    Course Fee: $25





  
  • CSC-2750 - Computer Architecture* (4)

    Prerequisite: CSC-2591  or ELT-2022  
    Utilizing a widely used real world microcontroller, this course explores the internal architectures of microprocessors and how hardware components are interconnected to external peripherals. Through various programming assignments we will learn how the processor utilizes the control and data paths to access memory and peripherals. The importance of the memory map is emphasized. The course will also explore various ways to measure and improve a microprocessors performance. Topics covered include pipelining superscalar, memory hierarchies (cache and virtual memory) and instruction set. Other topics covered include digital logic circuits and the representations of numbers and data.  ITS-2750 is now CSC-2750.












































    Course Fee: $25






Criminal Justice

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

  
  • CJS-1015 - Introduction to Criminal Justice (3)


    Students are introduced to the agencies that compose the criminal justice system - police, courts, corrections. Identification and operations of local, state, and federal agencies are covered as are career opportunities in the criminal justice field.












































  
  • CJS-1020 - Introduction to Security (3)


    Students examine the organization and administration of security and loss prevention in industry, business, and government. This course emphasizes the protection of assets, personnel, and facilities and focuses on the relations between security organizations and government.












































  
  • CJS-1030 - Principles of Loss Prevention (3)


    Students examine the various losses encountered by the retailing, lodging, entertainment, and transportation industries. Content focuses on the conduct of customers, guests, and employees who serve or are served by these industries and addresses the security officer’s role in helping prevent losses.












































  
  • CJS-1040 - Principles of Private Investigation (3)


    Students analyze the role of the private investigator. The use of the legal system by private investigators is discussed and the methods and operational structure of private investigations are examined. Career goals and preparation for work in the field are included.












































  
  • CJS-1050 - Legal Issues in Security (3)


    Students study the major legal issues in criminal and civil law impacting on the private security industry. Topics include self- incrimination, search and seizure, electronic eavesdropping, use of cameras, coerced confessions, right to counsel, illegal detention, use of deceptive devices, interrogation techniques, and professional ethical responsibilities.












































  
  • CJS-2010 - Introduction to Criminal Investigation (3)


    Students learn the mechanics of criminal investigation, evaluation of a crime scene and physical evidence, police organization, note taking, and report writing. They study current topics of interest and court procedures supplemented with practical work projects.












































  
  • CJS-2020 - Practical Criminal Investigation (3)


    Students study the investigative process and the application of investigative techniques. Emphasis is placed on investigation of specific crimes, the identification of sources of information, and the procedures necessary for the proper handling of evidence.












































  
  • CJS-2025 - Homicide and Death Investigation* (3)

    Prerequisite: CJS-2010   
    This course teaches students the fundamentals of death and homicide investigations. Topics include the following: (1) Fundamentals of Homicide Investigation, (2) Homicide Scene Documentation, (3) Medicolegal, (4) Concerns in Homicide Investigation, (5) Scene Reconstruction, and (6) Case Studies. Selected case studies are used throughout the program to explore every aspect of homicide/death investigations, including autoerotic fatalities, suicides, and unattended deaths. Cases will be examined through discussion, questions, and answers as well as an evaluation of evidence by participants and instructors.  This includes practical and scenario-based exercises. At the completion of the program, students will have the ability to differentiate between accidental, suicidal, and homicidal death.

     












































  
  • CJS-2030 - Criminal Law (3)


    Topics include the classification of major crimes, elements of proof, conspiracy, police responsibility, criminal parties, criminal defense, and federal, state, and local laws.












































  
  • CJS-2040 - Juvenile Delinquency (3)


    Topics include the relationship of juvenile delinquency to crime, and the causes, treatment, and prevention of juvenile delinquency.












































  
  • CJS-2050 - Criminology (3)


    Topics include the volume and scope of crime, organized crime and its related problems, theories of crime, and the control, treatment, and rehabilitation of the criminal offender.












































  
  • CJS-2060 - Police Management and Administration (3)


    Topics include the theory, history, organization, and administration of law enforcement including functions and specific activities, planning and research, public relations, personnel and training, inspection and control, direction, and policy formulation.












































  
  • CJS-2070 - Corrections: Law, Theory, and Operations (3)


    This course introduces the field of corrections as it relates to the criminal justice system. Topics include the legal and operational aspects of corrections. It also focuses on the history of corrections and the criminal sanctions and correctional options at the federal, state and local levels.












































  
  • CJS-2100 - Forensic Science (3)


    Students learn the recognition, identification, and evaluation of physical evidence and study the role forensic science plays in modern criminal investigations.












































  
  • CJS-2200 - Community Policing (3)


    Students study the relationship between police and the community with recommendations for ways of working to reduce crime. Emphasis is placed on policing in a culturally diverse society.












































  
  • CJS-2910 - Cooperative Education I: Criminal Justice* (3)

    Prerequisite: CJS 2010  CJS 2030  ENG 1010  ; 12 credits earned toward an associate’s degree; permission of the chair
    Cooperative Education 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 in a work environment.












































  
  • CJS-2920 - Cooperative Education II: Criminal Justice* (3)

    Prerequisite: CJS 2910  ; permission of chair
    Students continue the Cooperative Education assignment begun in CJS 2910  or begin a new assignment.












































  
  • CJS-2950 - Independent Study in Criminal Justice* (1.00 - 3.00)

    Prerequisite: permission of chair
    Students conduct advanced research into a criminal justice topic of interest. Sample topics might include community policing, death penalty, DNA profiling, or juvenile crime and gangs. Independent research time and use of the Internet is required. This course may be appropriate for students employed in the criminal justice field who desire to update their research and writing skills. Course length may vary from one to three credits and will be dependent upon the content to be covered. Students considering this course should contact the department chair at least eight weeks prior to the anticipated enrollment to determine if the course is appropriate for their needs.













































Dance

Stephen Johnson, Acting Associate Dean and Chair, Visual and Performing Arts

  
  • DAN-1010 - Dance Ensemble I (2)

    Prerequisite: permission of the chair 

     
    Students study and perform a variety of dance repertoires in many dance styles ranging from classical to modern in concert and public performances.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • DAN-1020 - Dance Ensemble II* (2)

    Prerequisite: DAN-1010 ; and permission of the chair 
    Students study and perform a variety of dance repertoires in many dance styles ranging from classical to modern in concert and public performances.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • DAN-1030 - Dance Ensemble III* (2)

    Prerequisite: DAN-1020 ; and permission of the chair 
    Students study and perform a variety of dance repertoires in many dance styles ranging from classical to modern in concert and public performances.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • DAN-1040 - Dance Ensemble IV* (2)

    Prerequisite: DAN-1030 ; and permission of the chair 
    Students study and perform a variety of dance repertoires in many dance styles ranging from classical to modern in concert and public performances.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • DAN-1050 - Ballet I (2)


    Students are introduced to the basic concepts and techniques of basic ballet and movement.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • DAN-1055 - Ballet II* (2)

    Prerequisite: DAN-1050   
    Students are introduced to the basic concepts and techniques of basic ballet and movement for continued development of their locomotive and body isolation skills.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • DAN-1060 - Ballet III* (2)

    Prerequisite: DAN-1055  
     
    Students are introduced to more advanced intermediate concepts and techniques of ballet and movement for continued development of their locomotive and body isolation skills.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • DAN-1065 - Ballet IV* (2)

    Prerequisite: DAN-1060  
     
    Students are introduced to advanced concepts and techniques of ballet and movement for advanced development of their locomotive and body isolation skills. Students in this class will be eligible to audition for the college dance ensemble.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • DAN-1070 - Jazz Dance I (2)


    Students are introduced to basic jazz dance techniques through development of locomotive skills and coordination through body isolations. Students learn and execute a jazz dance routine incorporating steps/movement/ patterns taught in class.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • DAN-1080 - Jazz Dance II* (2)

    Prerequisite: DAN-1070  
    Students are introduced to more advanced jazz techniques through continued development of locomotive skills and coordination through body isolations. Students learn and execute a more advanced jazz dance routine incorporating steps/movements/patterns taught in class.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • DAN-1090 - Jazz Dance III* (2)

    Prerequisite: DAN-1080   
    Students develop an intermediate level of dance fluency and coordination through expansion of their locomotive skills and body isolations. Students learn and execute a more advanced jazz dance routine. Students may have the opportunity to audition for the college dance ensemble or participate in the dance ensemble concert.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • DAN-1200 - Jazz Dance IV* (2)

    Prerequisite: DAN-1090  
    Students develop an advanced level of dance fluency and may have the opportunity to explore dance construction/choreography. Students are required to notate the advanced jazz dance routine taught in class as well as perform and execute the routine. Students may have the opportunity to audition for the college dance ensemble or participate in the dance ensemble concert.












































    Course Fee: $75






Digital Media Production

Stephen Johnson, Acting Associate Dean and Chair, Visual and Performing Arts
 

  
  • DMP-1010 - Video Field Production* (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 is designed to introduce students to the world of Single Camera Video Field Production. The knowledge and skills developed in this class will begin to prepare students for a career in television production, whether that career involves working at a commercial television station, a public television station, a cable television local origination/public access center, a corporate video center, a school system, hospital, a top-quality production house, or as an independent free-lancer. Students will learn how to operate high definition field cameras, field lights, microphones, field mixers, and nonlinear video editing software. Students will learn by doing, producing a variety of projects during the semester, all designed to increase your skill.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • DMP-1020 - Television Studio Production* (3)

    Prerequisite: DMP-1010  
    This course provides an introduction to the operation of the television studio, associated control room equipment, and the personnel required for news, documentary or program production in a television studio. Instruction will include proper operation of audio/video equipment, including studio cameras, audio mixers, lighting boards, lighting instruments, lighting grids, microphones, video switchers, and other associated hardware. Students will learn by participating in hands-on labs in the television studio.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • DMP-2010 - Television News Production* (3)

    Prerequisite: DMP-1010 ; DMP-1020   
    This course covers all the essential areas of television news reporting and production including story planning and development, script preparation, writing for television news, field production techniques, videography, editing, field reporting and interviewing. Students will produce a variety of news packages. The course culminates with the production of a live newscast.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • DMP-2020 - Advanced Television Studio Production* (3)

    Prerequisite: DMP-1020   
    Students will write, produce, direct, and edit their own original 15-minute programs.  Professional attitudes are emphasized in the students’ collaboration with crew members in producing and directing programs.  Included in the student experiences are auditioning talent, casting, rehearsals, arranging appropriate audio and graphics, and developing an appropriate lighting design.  Students will provide production support for classmates’ projects in addition to producing their own projects.  Students will also occasionally provide production support for various campus activities.  Class meets during the day, but project work is expected to occur at various times.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • DMP-2030 - Documentary Production* (3)

    Prerequisite: DMP-1010 ; DMP-1020  
    This course will cover the aesthetic and technical fundamentals of directing and producing television documentaries.  Students will learn how to plan and tell stories creatively, collaboratively, artistically and professionally.  The goal will focus on the production of quality documentaries designed for broadcast or narrowcast distribution.  In the process students will also practice the principles of 360-degree commissioning and produce work for the Web, print, personal reels and for resumes.   Class meets during the day, but project work is expected to occur at various times.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • DMP-2450 - Digital Filmmaking* (3)

    Prerequisite: DMP-1010 ; DMP-1020  
    This course draws on students’ skills and knowledge developed during the introductory DMP courses.  Digital Filmmaking develops students’ critical understanding of long-form video storytelling.  The course emphasizes the relationship between theory and practice by exploring and producing longer-form video projects suitable for broadcast and for film festivals. Emphasis is placed on script writing and high-production value imaging, and creative editing.  Production work is single-camera based and students are encouraged to shoot on location. Students have the opportunity to further develop producing and writing skills by developing scripts, sequences, and shots that will be incorporated in their creative long-form video projects.  Part of the assessment will be based on skill development.  Students will work as part of a small production team to devise, research, schedule, script, shoot and edit short films. Throughout lectures, screenings and exercises students also develop their critical awareness and understanding of conceptual issues and how these relate to their practical work.












































    Course Fee: $75





  
  • DMP-2910 - Digital Media Production Internship or Practicum* (3)

    Prerequisite: DMP-1010 ; DMP-1020  
    This course will provide students with the opportunity to get real-world working experience in their chosen field by either working for a media-related business or non-profit organization, or by working for the CSM Television station.  The student will be supervised by a working media professional.  CSM faculty will perform at least one site visit during the semester.  There are no regularly scheduled class meetings.   Instructor meets with students at mutually agreeable times.













































Drafting

Stephanie McCaslin, Acting Associate Dean and Chair, Mathematics and Engineering
Byron Brezina, Program Coordinator

  
  • DFT-1200 - Engineering Graphics (3)


    This course gives students a basic understanding of how to create and read engineering drawings.  Students are introduced to topics in engineering graphics including: orthographic projection, auxiliary views, sections, conventions, dimensions, tolerances, pictorial drawings, threads, and fasteners.  Students will be introduced to basic computer-aided drafting techniques.  












































  
  • DFT-1325 - Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting* (3)


    Co-requisite: DFT-1200  

    This is an introductory course in computer-aided drafting.  Students will practice 2D drafting concepts and techniques using AutoCAD drawing software.  Topics include basic 2D object construction, polylines, techniques for editing objects, object properties, using layers, creating orthographic views in multiview drawings, dimensioning and notes, plotting scaled drawings, and creating section views.  Students who have passed a current AutoCAD Certified User exam (within the past 3 years) may apply for Credit by Certification Evaluation for this course.  Students may initiate this request by meeting with an advisor.












































    Course Fee: $60





  
  • DFT-1370 - 3D CAD with SolidWorks I* (3)

    Prerequisite: DFT-1200 ; DFT-1325 ; DFT-5100; or permission of the chair
    Students will work with SolidWorks 3D CAD software to learn fundamental Solid Modeling concepts and techniques to design parts, assemblies, and drawings on sheets.  Students will learn how to create 2-D sketches and transform them into 3D models by applying extrusions, revolves, patterns, shells, lofts, sweeps, fillets and ribs.  Students will also learn techniques to dimension models, create engineering drawings, edit geometry, create exploded assemblies, and prepare models for 3-D printing. 












































    Course Fee: $60





  
  • DFT-1380 - 3D CAD with SolidWorks II* (3)

    Prerequisite: DFT-1370  or permission of chair
    Students will learn advanced techniques of Solid Modeling using SolidWorks 3D CAD software.  Topics to be covered include: advanced drawing, surface modeling, and assembly modeling, advanced part modeling, creating simple animations and photorealistic renderings, and simulations.  Students will learn how to use advanced dimensioning on drawing sheets, create section views, and use basic geometric tolerance techniques.  A Final Project is included in this course to allow students to bring all the skills together in a prototype model or a rendered image to be printed on a 3-D printer.  












































    Course Fee: $60





  
  • DFT-2150 - Building Information Modeling* (3)

    Prerequisite: DFT-1325  or permission of chair
    Students will use Autodesk Revit building information modeling (BIM) software in the model-based process of planning, designing, building, and managing buildings and infrastructure.  Students will create models comprised of intelligent objects that consist of both geometry and data.  Students will gain practice in using BIM software to both create and update models.  BIM software is used by drafters, architects, structural engineers, and contractors to work collaboratively on designs.  












































    Course Fee: $60






Economics

Anthony Stout, Acting Chair, Business
Michael Green, Economics Coordinator


 

  
  • ECN-1200 - Introduction to Economics* (B) (3)

    Prerequisite: MTH-0992 ; MTH-0940  or higher; and Reading and Writing Placement; or ENG-0900 and RDG-0800; or take one of the following:  IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C  
    This course is an introduction to the discipline of economics. The basic terminology, concepts, principles, models and its philosophic, historic and political origins are explored and applied to help understand current issues. This course is for the non-accounting, non-business student.  This course satisfies the General Education Social/Behavioral Science requirement.












































  
  • ECN-2020 - Principles of Microeconomics* (B) (3)

    Prerequisite: BAD-1015 ; MTH-0992 ; MTH-0940  or higher; or permission of chair
    In this introduction to microeconomics, students analyze producer decisions through examining consumer demand; producer costs; competitive and noncompetitive market models; and the producer’s employment of labor and other resources. Also explored are areas affecting the producer’s environment such as antitrust regulation, labor market issues, and international trade.  This course satisfies the General Education Social/Behavioral Science requirement.












































  
  • ECN-2025 - Principles of Macroeconomics* (B) (3)

    Prerequisite: ECN-2020 ; or permission of Chair
    In this introduction to modern macroeconomics, students examine the scarcity of resources; aggregate supply and demand; the private and public sectors; gross domestic product; unemployment and inflation; and fiscal and monetary policies for correcting the economy. Also covered are the successes and problems of some recent economic policies as well as the impact of international trade and a global economy.  This course satisfies the General Education Social/Behavioral Science requirement.













































Education

Christine Arnold-Lourie, Acting Chair, Humanities and Social Sciences
Shaneeza Kazim, Program Coordinator

  
  • EDU-1012 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education (3)


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

    Students are introduced to the field of early childhood education, learning theories, classroom management, program and environmental planning, and curriculum development. The course will concentrate on the needs of the infant through the eight year old child. This course combined with EDU 1013  meets the Maryland requirements for preschool teachers in licensed child care facilities. Basic language skills are presumed, used, and evaluated.  Students interested in taking the Departmental Exam for this course must meet with the Early Childhood Development Coordinator prior to registering.  Students are responsible for having a current Federal and State criminal background check and a signed and notarized permission to examine records of abuse and neglect of children and adults as required by COMAR 13A.16 for this course on file with CSM and MSDE OCC. The additional cost for this process is the responsibility of the student.












































  
  • EDU-1013 - Child Growth and Development (3)


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

    Students develop an understanding of the basic theories and principles affecting the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of children from birth to adolescence. Observations in child care settings will be required in addition to regular class lectures. This course combined with EDU 1012  meets Maryland requirements for preschool teachers in licensed child care facilities.  Students are advised to take this course at the same time or after they’ve taken EDU-1012.  This course combined with EDU-1160 meets Maryland requirements for school-aged teachers in licensed childcare facilities.  Students are advised to take this course at the same time or before they’ve taken EDU-1160.  Students interested in taking the Departmental Exam must meet with the Early Childhood Development Program Coordinator prior to registering.












































  
  • EDU-1030 - Activities For Early Childhood I (3)


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

    Students explore the development of the whole child through language, literacy, art, music, and indoor/outdoor play experiences. They plan developmentally appropriate activities in these areas that stimulate intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development with young children. Basic language skills are presumed, used, and evaluated.  It is highly recommended that students complete EDU 1013   before they begin this course.  Students are responsible for having a current Federal and State criminal background check and a signed and notarized permission to examine records of abuse and neglect of children and adults as required by COMAR 13A.16 for this course on file with CSM and MSDE OCC. The additional cost for this process is the responsibility of the student.












































  
  • EDU-1040 - Activities For Early Childhood II* (3)


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

    Students explore the development of the whole child through math, science, technology, and social studies. They plan developmentally appropriate activities that stimulate intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development with young children. Basic language skills are presumed, used, and evaluated.  It is highly recommended that students complete EDU 1013  before they begin this course.  Students are responsible for having a current Federal and State criminal background check and a signed and notarized permission to examine records of abuse and neglect of children and adults as required by COMAR 13A.16 for this course on file with CSM and MSDE OCC. The additional cost for this process is the responsibility of the student.












































  
  • EDU-1051 - Child Health, Safety, and Nutrition* (3)


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

     

    Students learn about the health, safety, and nutritional needs of the infant through six year old child. Curricular activities designed to meet these specific needs are included. Basic language skills are presumed, used, and evaluated.  Students are responsible for having a current Federal and State criminal background check and a signed and notarized permission to examine records of abuse and neglect of children and adults as required by COMAR 13A.16 for this course on file with CSM and MSDE OCC. The additional cost for this process is the responsibility of the student.












































  
  • EDU-1070 - Communication and the Preschool Child* (3)

    Prerequisite: ENG-1010  
    Students survey the development of language and speech in children from birth to school age. They also learn to speak and listen to children. Basic language skills are presumed, used, and evaluated.  Students are responsible for having a current Federal and State criminal background check and a signed and notarized permission to examine records of abuse and neglect of children and adults as required by COMAR 13A.16 for this course on file with CSM and MSDE OCC. The additional cost for this process is the responsibility of the student.












































  
  • EDU-1075 - Children’s Literature and the Language Arts (3)


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

    Students explore a wide range of literature for young children and how it can be integrated into the curriculum to facilitate learning of the language arts. Activities developmentally appropriate for young children are planned and implemented. Students travel off campus to early childhood settings for implementation of activities. Basic language skills are presumed, used, and evaluated.












































  
  • EDU-1080 - Understanding and Guiding the Young Child’s Behavior* (3)


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

     

    Adults who are responsible for the care and development of young children from birth to eight years of age focus on the underlying causes of behavior, the philosophies and methodologies of discipline, as well as guidelines for supervising care givers. Observations in early childhood settings will be required in addition to regular class lectures. Basic language skills are presumed, used, and evaluated.  Students are responsible for having a current Federal and State criminal background check and a signed and notarized permission to examine records of abuse and neglect of children and adults as required by COMAR 13A.16 for this course on file with CSM and MSDE OCC. The additional cost for this process is the responsibility of the student.












































  
  • EDU-1085 - Processes & Acquisitions of Literacy* (3)

    Prerequisite: ENG 1010  
    This course is designed to provide teacher candidates and in-service teachers with the foundations related to literacy processes and acquisition. Effective literacy teaching begins with a deep understanding of the component processes associated with reading and writing and the ways that students develop into skilled and motivated readers and writers. The course is organized along five major themes: the component processes involved in reading and writing; the nature and structure of the English language; the ways that native English speakers and English learners differ in the ways they read and write; the developmental phases associated with learning to read and write for native English speakers and English learners; and the many factors that influence literacy development. Where appropriate, students in this course will also explore how to assess literacy processes and acquisition.












































  
  • EDU-1110 - Group Care of Infants and Toddlers (3)


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

    Students learn the theory and practice of caring for infants and toddlers in a group setting. Information is aimed at prospective care givers in child care center programs caring for infants and toddlers. Topics include: the significance of the early years, care and protection of infants and toddlers in groups, socio-physical environment of group care setting, importance of care giver to infant development, and administrative aspects of infant-toddler programs. This course meets the Maryland requirements for infant/toddler childcare teachers in licensed child care facilities. Basic language skills are presumed, used and evaluated. Students interested in taking the Departmental Exam must meet with the Early Childhood Program Coordinator prior to registering. Students are responsible for having a current Federal and State criminal background check and a signed and notarized permission to examine records of abuse and neglect of children and adults as required by COMAR 13A.16 for this course on file with CSM and MSDE OCC. The additional cost for this process is the responsibility of the student.












































  
  • EDU-1160 - School Age Child Care* (3)


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

     

    Students are introduced to the field of school-age child care. Emphasis is placed on growth and development of children from five to 12 years of age. Development and implementation of age-appropriate activities is considered as well as classroom management, environmental planning challenges, utilization of community resources, and communication techniques. This course combined with EDU 1013  meets the Maryland requirements for school-aged teachers in child care facilities. Basic language skills are presumed, used and evaluated.  Students are responsible for having a current Federal and State criminal background check and a signed and notarized permission to examine records of abuse and neglect of children and adults as required by COMAR 13A.16 for this course on file with CSM and MSDE OCC. The additional cost for this process is the responsibility of the student.












































 

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