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    May 10, 2024  
Catalog 2012-2013 
    
Catalog 2012-2013 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Business Administration

R. Gates, Chair
C. Cooley, Program Coordinator

  
  • BAD-1820 - Principles of Banking (3)


    Students study contemporary issues within the banking industry. Topics include servicing clients, the Federal Reserve system, fundamentals of negotiable instruments, bank security measures, loan categories, funds management, bank investments, emerging technology, and expanded banking powers and markets.



  
  • BAD-1910 - Cooperative Education: Business (3)


    Prerequisite: ENG 1010  ECN 1015  ; 9 additional credits earned towards an associate’s degree or certificate;

    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. This course is specifically designed for students who are exploring careers in business.



  
  • BAD-2070 - Business Law I (3)


    Prerequisite: ENG 0900  RDG 0800 ;

    Students will examine ways that laws, regulations, and policies affect business.  Students will analyze legal issues and develop arguments from different points of view.  Topics include business ethics, Constitutional law affecting business, contract law, business organizations (including sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and limited liability companies), tort law affecting business, product liability, crimes affecting business, and criminal procedure. 



  
  • BAD-2080 - Business Law II (3)


    Prerequisite: BAD 2070  or ECN 1015  or PGL 1011 ;

    Students study principles of agency law, partnership law, corporate law, debtors’ and creditors’ rights, and bankruptcy.



  
  • BAD-2610 - Principles of Marketing (3)


    Prerequisite: BAD 1520  or ECN 1015  or ECN 1510  or ECN 2020 ;

    Students gain an understanding of the marketing manager’s responsibility and working environment. Topics include the role of marketing in society, planning strategies, customer behavior, market segments, product planning, packaging and branding, wholesaling and retailing.



  
  • BAD-2620 - Principles of Advertising (3)


    Prerequisite: BAD 1520  or BAD 2610  or ECN 1015  ;

    Students study advertising as a form of communication, ethics and truth in advertising, the relevance of research, advertising appeal, layout preparation, media planning, and the advertising budget.



  
  • BAD-2640 - Fundamentals of E-Business (3)


    Students examine the activities involved in developing and conducting business in an online global environment. Topics include customers, markets, virtual communities, technical infrastructure, security, and legal and regulatory issues. Students also explore traditional business practices that must be redeveloped for the changing e-business infrastructure. Through reading, research, class discussions, and exercises, students identify and analyze the importance of e-business in a global economy.



  
  • BAD-2660 - International Business Practice Firm (3)


    Prerequisite: ACC 2010  ; BAD 1520  or ECN 1015  ;  BAD 1335  or ITS 1015  ;

    Using an international business model, the students work as team members in a simulated firm in a state-of-the-art facility. Students have the opportunity to perform various business functions (i.e. purchasing, accounting, marketing, human resources) as the firm transacts business with students in other simulated companies both in the U.S. and in other countries. Students are involved in decision making, critical thinking, and team activities.



    Course Fee: $50
  
  • BAD-2700 - Human Resource Management (3)


    Prerequisite: BAD 1210  or BAD 1780  or BAD 2710  or ECN 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-2910 - Cooperative Education I: Business (3)


    Prerequisite: BAD 1210  or BAD 2610  or BAD 2700  ; ENG 1010  ; 18 additional credits earned toward an associate degree or certificate; permission of the division chair;

    Cooperative Education allows students to combine academic study with on-the-job experience by working on training assignments coordinated by division faculty. 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. 



  
  • BAD-2920 - Cooperative Education II: Business (3)


    Prerequisite: BAD 2910  ; permission of the division chair;

    Students continue the Cooperative Education assignment begun in BAD 2910  or begin a new assignment.



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


    Prerequisite: BAD 1210  BAD 2610  or BAD 2700   or permission of the division 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.



  
  • BAD-2960 - Business Capstone (1)


    Prerequisite: ECN 2025  ACC 2020  BAD 2070  MTH 2300 ;

    This course is designed as a capstone conclusion to a program’s curriculum. It involves the systematic integration and application of assignments completed in the program’s core courses. Students will have the opportunity to demonstrate the achievement of goals for learning established by their program of choice. They will update information and make changes to assignments previously completed in core courses. Students will illustrate their ability to analyze and synthesize knowledge and skills in their area of interest with the creation of a portfolio.




Chemistry

W. Montgomery, Chair

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 1000  with a passing grade. In order to take the California Chemistry Diagnostic Test, a student must have successfully completed MTH 1080  or math placement.

  
  • CHE-1000 - Introductory Chemistry (3)


    Prerequisite:  RDG 0800  and MTH 1080  ;

    Students with little or no chemistry background prepare for college-level chemistry (CHE 1200 ). Topics are both descriptive and mathematical and include acids and bases, atomic structure, chemical equations, chemical language,molecular structure, solution chemistry, and chemical mathematics. This course will probably not transfer. The tuition for this course is equivalent to a three-credit course. Grades for this course are pass or fail.



  
  • CHE-1200 - General Chemistry I (3)


    Prerequisite: Take CHE 1000  (Score 20 or above on California Chemistry Diagnostic Test and waive CHE-1000) RDG 0800  and MTH 1115  or MTH 1120 

    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, and the periodic table.  Credit for this course may be earned through Advanced Placement Examination.



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


    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.



    Course Fee: $85
  
  • CHE-1210 - General Chemistry II (3)


    Prerequisite: CHE 1200  and 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.



  
  • CHE-1210L - General Chemistry II - Lab (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.



    Course Fee: $85
  
  • CHE-1230 - Principles of Organic and Biochemistry (3)


    Prerequisite: CHE 1200  and  CHE 1200L  ;

    In the first half of this course, students are introduced to basic chemistry of simple molecules containing carbon-hydrogen skeletons. In the second half of the course, they apply these principles to the more complex molecules and reactions associated with the chemistry of the living cell. This course is appropriate for nursing/health science students.



  
  • CHE-1230L - Principles of Organic and Biochemistry Lab (1)


    Co-requisite: CHE 1230 

    Topics in lecture are reinforced with laboratory experiments. Students investigate the physical and chemical properties of organic molecules such as hydrocarbons, alcohols, esters, lipids and amino acids. In addition, macromolecules such as carbohydrates, protein, and DNA are also studied. Emphasis in placed on data analysis and interpretation.



    Course Fee: $85
  
  • CHE-1350 - General Chemistry for Engineers (3)


    Prerequisite:  MTH 1120  or MTH 1150 ; and CHE 1000  (score 20 or above on California Chemistry Dianostic Test and waive CHE-1000);

    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.



  
  • CHE-2200 - Organic Chemistry I (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.



  
  • CHE-2200L - Organic Chemistry I - Lab (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 (3)


    Prerequisite: CHE 2200  and CHE 2200L  ;

    This course continues to develop the principles and processes presented in CHE 2200  including nucleophilic substitution, nucleophilic addition, and carbanion chemistry.



  
  • CHE-2210L - Organic Chemistry II - Lab (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.



    Course Fee: $90
  
  • CHE-2910 - Cooperative Education I: Chemistry (3)


    Prerequisite: ENG 1010  ; 8 credits in Chemistry above 1000 level; 18 credits toward General Studies or Arts and Sciences: Biological Sciences degree; permission of the division 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 Arts & Scienes: Biological Sciences.



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


    Prerequisite: CHE 2910  ; permission of the division 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 division 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 division 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

R. Brown, Chair

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


    Prerequisite: ENG 0900  or higher AND RDG 0800  or higher;

    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.



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


    Prerequisite: ENG 0900  RDG 0800 ; and students must be enrolled in the CSM Scholars Program

    COM-1010H is designed for honors students. It provides an overview of the basic concepts of communication and the skills necessary to communicate in various contexts. Emphasis is placed on communication theories and techniques used in interpersonal, verbal, nonverbal, group, public and intercultural communication situations. Students will be required to explain and illustrate the forms and purposes of human communication in a variety of contexts, work in small groups and present speeches.



  
  • COM-1020 - Introduction to Mass Communication (3)


    Prerequisite: ENG 0900   or higher AND RDG 0800  or higher ;

    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.



  
  • 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-1060 - Intermediate Sign Language I (3)


    Prerequisite:  COM 1050 ;

    Through sign language vocabulary development, students focus on the multiple meanings of English words and idioms. Finger-spelling fluidity and rhythm are stressed, and receptive finger spelling and sign language are featured. Additional information pertaining to the hearing-impaired community is provided.



  
  • COM-1070 - Intermediate Sign Language II (3)


    Prerequisite: COM 1060  ;

    Through sign language vocabulary development, students focus on more complex idiomatic expressions. Receptive signing is stressed, as is synchronization of finger spelling with speech and appropriate use of space. Topics pertaining to the hearing-impaired community are discussed.



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


    Prerequisite: ENG 0900  or higher AND RDG 0800  or higher;

    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.



  
  • COM-1350 - Intercultural Communication (3)


    Prerequisite: ENG 0900  or higher AND RDG 0800  or higher ;

    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.



  
  • COM-1450 - Groups, Teams, and Leadership (3)


    Prerequisite: ENG 0900  or higher AND RDG 0800  or higher ;

    Students learn leadership skills by working in teams to design and complete group projects. Students learn to plan, conduct, and participate in meetings. Student work includes working in groups outside of class, participating in service learning projects, and observing public groups and meetings.



  
  • COM-1650 - Introduction to Public Speaking (3)


    Prerequisite: ENG 0900  RDG 0800 ;

    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.



  
  • 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-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 division 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, technial writing, television or radio production.



  
  • COM-2950 - Issues in Contemporary Communication (3)


    Prerequisite: ENG 1010 ; and COM 1010  or COM 1250 ; and 1 course from COM except COM 1040 ;

    In this capstone course, students explore and analyze contemporary communication issues in the areas of mass, interpersonal, intercultural, organizational, public, and group communication. Using information from this course and others students work independently to develop a project and portfolio in their area of specialization within the field.




Construction Management

R. Gates, Chair
J. Davis, Program Coordinator

  
  • 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.



    Course Fee: $30
  
  • 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.



    Course Fee: $30
  
  • 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.



    Course Fee: $30
  
  • CNT-2010 - Construction Contracts and Related Laws (3)


    Prerequisite: CNT 1030 ;

    Co-requisite: CNT 2920 

    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.



    Course Fee: $30
  
  • CNT-2020 - Construction Surveying (3)


    Prerequisite: CNT 1030 ;

    Co-requisite: CNT 2930 

    Students learn fundamental surveying methods and receive practical experience in plane surveying for construction. Emphasis is placed on construction site safety, learning to read and understand contract drawings and written materials; and students receive surveying instruction and guidance on care and use of instruments and field notes.



    Course Fee: $50
  
  • CNT-2910 - Cooperative Education I: Construction Management (4)


    Prerequisite: CNT 1010  or CNT 1020 ; permission of the division chair;

    Cooperative Education allows students to integrate 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 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 Construction Management degree.



  
  • CNT-2920 - Cooperative Education II: Construction Management (4)


    Prerequisite:  CNT 2910 ; permission of the division chair;

    Students continue the cooperative education assignment begun in CNT 2910  or begin a new assignment.



  
  • CNT-2930 - Cooperative Education III: Construction Management (4)


    Prerequisite: CNT 2920 ; permission of the division chair;

    Students continue the Cooperative Education assignment begun in CNT 2920  or begin a new assignment.




Criminal Justice

P. Allen, Chair

  
  • 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 administra- tion 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 investiga- tions 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)


    Student 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-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-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.



  
  • 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 division 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 the division 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 the division 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

R. Brown, Chair

  
  • DAN-1010 - Dance Ensemble I (2)


    Prerequisite: permission of the division chair and audition; must also be well versed in ballet, modern, lyrical, and jazz technique to apply

     

    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 division chair and audition; must also be well versed in ballet, modern, lyrical, and jazz technique to apply ;



    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 1010  DAN 1020  ; and permission of the division chair and audition; must also be well versed in ballet, modern, lyrical, and jazz technique to apply ;



    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 1010  DAN 1020  DAN 1030  ; and permission of the division chair and audition; must also be well versed in ballet, modern, lyrical, and jazz technique to apply ;


    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 - Beginning Ballet I (2)


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



    Course Fee: $75
  
  • DAN-1055 - Beginning Ballet II (2)


    Prerequisite: DAN 1050  or permission of the division chair ;

    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 - Intermediate Ballet (2)


    Prerequisite: DAN 1055  or permission of the division chair;



    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 - Advanced Ballet (2)


    Prerequisite: DAN 1060  or permission of the division chair;



    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  or permission of the division chair;

    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 - Intermediate Jazz Dance III (2)


    Prerequisite: DAN 1080  or permission of the division chair;

    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 - Advanced Jazz Dance IV (2)


    Prerequisite: DAN 1090  or permission of the division chair;

    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
  
  • DAN-1210 - History of Western Dance (3)


    Students learn the history of dance and the stylistic developments from 16th century Renaissance Europe through the modern and innovative styles of contemporary dance and coreographers.




Digital Media Production

 R. Brown, Chair
A. Lifton, Program Coordinator

  
  • DMP-1010 - Video Field Production (3)


    Prerequisite: ENG 0900  and RDG 0800 ;

    Co-requisite: COM 1020 ;

    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: ENG 0900  and RDG 0800 ;

    Co-requisite: COM 1020 ;

    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: $75.00
  
  • 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: $75.00
  
  • DMP-2910 - Digital Media Production Internship or Practicum (3)


    Prerequisite: DMP 2020  ;

    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.



  
  • DMP-2950 - Digital Media Production Capstone - Portfolio (3)


    Prerequisite: DMP 2010  DMP 2020  ;

    Co-requisite: DMP 2030  DMP 2910  ;

    Building on the collection of work from previous classes and projects, this course will allow each student to determine and design the final organization and presentation of the graduation portfolio or demo reel.  Each student is expected to give an oral presentation of the portfolio and address audience questions as a format of defense.  Students will also develop a resume/CV, employment cover letter, and will learn how and where to look for gainful employment in their chosen field.



    Course Fee: $75.00

Drafting

R. Gates, Chair

  
  • DFT-1200 - Engineering Graphics (3)


    This introduction to graphical communication, analysis, and technique includes the use of instruments, lettering, drafting principles, geometrical construction, orthographic projection, auxiliary views, sections, conventions, and pictorial drawing. This course is designed for drafting program students and others interested in its study, and is not intended for engineering transfer students.



  
  • DFT-1320 - Computer-Aided Drafting I (3)


    In this introduction to the use of a computer for mechanical drafting and design, students have extensive practical experience with an interactive computer graphics system. Previous comptuer experience is not needed, but basic knowledge of drafting and x-y coordinates is helpful.



    Course Fee: $60
  
  • DFT-1340 - Computer-Aided Drafting II (3)


    Prerequisite: DFT 1320  ;

    Students work with computer graphics systems to create two-dimensional and three-dimensional drawings and learn how to create principal views, auxiliary views and axonometric projections from a single three-dimensional drawing. Other topics include wireframes of revolution and exploded assembly drawings.



    Course Fee: $60
  
  • DFT-1370 - 3D CAD with SolidWorks I (3)


    Prerequisite: DFT 1320   ; or permission of the division 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: $60.00
  
  • DFT-1380 - 3D CAD with SolidWorks II (3)


    Prerequisite: DFT 1370  or permission of Division 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: $60.00

Economics

R. Gates, Chair
A. Miklos, Program Coordinator

  
  • ECN-1015 - Introduction to Business in a Market Economy (3)


    Prerequisite: ENG 0900  RDG 0800  ;

    Students examine business in the United States as a social institution. Topics include economic systems, legal factors, government regulations, forms of ownership, management, employee relations, finance, accounting, and marketing. ECN-1015 replaces BAD-1010. Students who have taken BAD-1010 may not take ECN-1015 for credit.



  
  • ECN-1200 - Introduction to Economics (3)


    Prerequisite: MTH 0900  ENG 0900  RDG 0800 ;

    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.



  
  • ECN-1500 - U.S. Economic History (3)


    Prerequisite: ENG 0900  RDG 0800 ;

    Using a historical perspective, students explore how the development of our nation’s resources and institutions has helped make the United States the world’s leading economic power. The course focuses on economic growth and its effect on the standard of living. Structural changes, as well as social and cultural influences, are also discussed.



  
  • ECN-1510 - Principles of Entrepreneurship (3)


    Prerequisite: ENG 0900  RDG 0800  ;

    This course provides an introduction and overview of the fundamentals of entrepreneurship. Students gain a solid foundation in entrepreneurship and develop a better understanding of the role played by entrepreneurs in the global economy. Students will assess, explore, and critique entrepreneurship as an attitude, behavior, and mindset that can be applied within any organizational setting. This course offers a framework for understanding the entrepreneurial process and exposes students to challenges, problems, and issues faced by entrepreneurs who start new ventures.



  
  • ECN-2020 - Principles of Microeconomics (3)


    Prerequisite: BAD 1335  ECN 1015  MTH 0900  or permission of department 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. 



 

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