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ART 111 Beginning Painting for Non Art Majors 5 credits
Introduces students to traditional and contemporary concepts and techniques in oil/acrylic painting. Students learn to organize form, color, and tone while practicing various methods of application, color mixing, and surface preparation.
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ART 112 Intermediate Painting for Non Art Majors 5 credits
Students further the skills taught in ART 111 and investigate painting as a means for self-expression. Explores advanced compositions and use of various materials.
Prerequisites: ART 111 .
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ART 113 Advanced Painting for Non Art Majors 5 credits
Provides advanced instruction in painting using objectives taught in ART 112 . Students demonstrate advanced compositional theories and painting methods.
Prerequisites: ART 112 .
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ART 121 Introduction to Drawing 5 credits
In-depth study of basic drawing skills, sketching principles, and visual communication through the drawn object and imagination. Composition, black and white media, subject matter and drawing genres will be examined in both representational and non-representational projects and exercises.
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ART 124 Introduction to Printmaking 5 credits
This course explores the fundamentals of repeatable print media, including relief, monotype, monoprint, intaglio (dry and wet techniques) and stencil printing. Students create repeatable matrix and edition prints.
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ART 140 Photography Appreciation 5 credits
This course explores the foundations and practical applications of the photographic medium. Course objectives primarily focus on students’ recognition of photography movements, genres and terminology, and exploration of concept and meaning through creation of a themed image or images. Foundations of shooting, editing, and evaluating digital photographs will tie historical and theoretical content to the contemporary photography process and exercise visual literacy. Required materials include a digital camera that can be connected to a computer to upload images.
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ART 201 Survey of Western Art - Ancient 5 credits
Major achievements in painting, sculpture, architecture, and the decorative arts in Europe, the Near East, and North Africa, from prehistoric times to the beginnings of Christianity. This course also offers some preliminary training in visual analysis and a practical introduction to the critical vocabulary of art history.
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ART 202 Survey of Western Art - Medieval & Renaissance 5 credits
This course examines the arts of the Byzantine Empire, Islam, and Western Christendom through 1520 AD. This course traces the artistic creativity of the people who lived during the Early Christian, Medieval and Renaissance periods of history, that is, from about 1 AD to about 1540.
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ART 203 Intermediate Drawing 5 credits
This course builds on existing skills and terminology learned in Intro to Drawing. Advanced approaches to composition, color media, subject matter and drawing genres will be examined in both representational and non-representational projects and exercises.
Prerequisites: ART 121 .
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ART 205 Human Life Drawing 5 credits
This advanced drawing class focuses on the human form as a basis for learning about composition, anatomy (including skeletal and muscular structure), and movement. Students will exit the class with the ability to draw the human form accurately in proportions, gesture, balance, structure, foreshortening, and surface anatomy.
Prerequisites: ART 121 or instructor permission. This class draws from the nude human form.
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ART 235 Figure Drawing Research 5 credits
This course is a continuation of the advanced drawing course ART 205 Human Life Drawing . Students will expand their knowledge of anatomy and conduct research outside of the studio. Students will exit this class with an ability to draw the human form accurately and identify major skeletal and muscular landmarks.
Prerequisites: Admission to the BTAD or instructor permission.
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ART 252 Design II 5 credits
This course is designed to build on the learning from ART 102 Design I . Exercises are intended to stimulate imagination, expand capacity for critical thinking and problem solving, explore conceptual development, and foster an understanding of the creative process. Students will review the elements and principles of design and incorporate them into their chosen medium. Class projects will help build student portfolios.
Prerequisites: ART 102 and MMDP 126 or MMDP 159 .
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ART 255 Beginning Painting for Art Majors 5 credits
Covers theory as well as practice and encourages originality and creativity. Furthers student understanding of the methods, materials, and ideas that are central to the practice of painting still lifes, figures, and landscapes.
Prerequisites: ART 121 , ART 113 , or instructor permission.
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ART 256 Intermediate Painting for Art Majors 5 credits
Students continue to develop their skills in painting by focusing on advanced composition theories and abstract concepts. Explores value, pattern, tone, mood, and color theories to stretch and refine abilities.
Prerequisites: ART 255 .
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ART 257 Advanced Painting for Art Majors 5 credits
Explores traditional and contemporary approaches to theory and practice of painting. Emphasizes evoking emotional responses through effects of light, color, and abstraction. Students produce a series of paintings and further explore materials and subject matter.
Prerequisites: ART 256 .
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ART 305 Figural Form-making and Hand Drawn Technique 5 credits
This advanced drawing class focuses on the human form as a basis for learning about composition, anatomy (including skeletal and muscular structure), and movement. Students will exit the class with the ability to draw the human form accurately in proportions, gesture, balance, structure, foreshortening, and surface anatomy. Students will conduct a thorough research project and present/teach the material to the class.
Prerequisites: Admission to the BTAD Program or instructor permission.
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ART 324 Printmaking for Designers 5 credits
This course explores relief, monotype, monoprint, intaglio (dry and wet techniques), and stencil printmaking. Additional media are introduced for historical background. Students research the historical evolution of print graphic arts and forge connections between traditional print media and modern commercial print design.
Prerequisites: Admission to the BTAD program or instructor permission.
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ART& 100 Art Appreciation 5 credits
Art Appreciation is an introduction to the diverse foundations of visual art. Course objectives primarily focus on students’ recognition of and conversation about the basic concepts, styles, techniques, terminology and principles of visual art and art history.
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American Sign Language |
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ASL& 121 American Sign Language I 5 credits
The student will learn the basic manual alphabet, vocabulary, numbers and phrases used in everyday communication, while developing an understanding and appreciation of Deaf Culture.
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ASL& 122 American Sign Language 2 5 credits
The student will build on skills developed in ASL& 121 . The focus is on more advanced vocabulary, and more conversational dialogues.
Prerequisites: ASL& 121 .
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Automotive Repair Technician |
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AUTO 120 Electrical/Electronics Systems 14 credits
This course focuses on the understanding and repair of automotive electrical, electronic systems utilizing industry standards and techniques.
Prerequisites: TRAN 110 , TRAN 112 , TRAN 113 , TRAN 125 , or instructor permission.
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AUTO 124 Maintenance Procedures 2 credits
This course focuses on the understanding of periodic maintenance intervals and procedures utilizing industry standards, techniques, and equipment.
Prerequisites: TRAN 110 , TRAN 112 , TRAN 113 , TRAN 125 , or instructor permission. Corequisites: AUTO 120 .
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AUTO 134 Engine Performance - Ignition 4 credits
This course focuses on the understanding, analysis and repair of automotive ignition systems utilizing industry standards and techniques. This course teaches to the global outcome of communication.
Prerequisites: AUTO 120 , AUTO 124 , or instructor permission. Corequisites: AUTO 135 , AUTO 136 , AUTO 138 .
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AUTO 135 Engine Performance - Fuel 4 credits
This course focuses on the understanding and repair of automotive fuel delivery systems utilizing industry standards, techniques, and equipment.
Prerequisites: AUTO 120 , AUTO 124 , or instructor permission. Corequisites: AUTO 134 , AUTO 136 , AUTO 138 .
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AUTO 136 Engine Performance - Emissions 4 credits
This course focuses on the understanding, repair and service of automotive emission systems and devices utilizing industry standards and techniques.
Prerequisites: AUTO 120 , AUTO 124 , or instructor permission required. Corequisites: AUTO 134 , AUTO 135 , AUTO 138 .
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AUTO 138 Engine Performance - Computer Control 4 credits
This course focuses on the understanding and repair of the Onboard Diagnostic system and automotive computer controls utilizing industry standards, techniques and equipment.
Prerequisites: AUTO 120 , AUTO 124 , or instructor permission required. Corequisites: AUTO 134 , MAST 135 , AUTO 136 .
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AUTO 140 Brake Systems 10 credits
This course focuses on the diagnosis, repair and service of automotive brakes and anti-lock brake control systems utilizing industry standards, technique and equipment.
Prerequisites: TRAN 110 , TRAN 112 , TRAN 113 , TRAN 125 . Corequisites: AUTO 144 .
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AUTO 144 Suspension, Steering & Alignment 6 credits
This course focuses on the understanding, diagnosis and repair of automotive suspension, steering and alignment principles utilizing industry standards, equipment and techniques.
Prerequisites: TRAN 110 , TRAN 112 , TRAN 113 , TRAN 125 . Corequisites: AUTO 140 .
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AUTO 199 Special Projects I 1-5 credits
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AUTO 210 Engines, Cylinder Blocks, Cooling Systems 10 credits
This course focuses on the understanding, diagnosis, repair and servicing of automotive engines and cooling systems utilizing industry standards, techniques and equipment.
Prerequisites: TRAN 110 , TRAN 112 , TRAN 113 , TRAN 125 . Corequisites: AUTO 215 , AUTO 220 , AUTO 225 .
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AUTO 215 Air Conditioning Service 6 credits
This course focuses on the understanding, diagnosis and repair of automotive air conditioning and heating systems utilizing industry standards, techniques and equipment.
Prerequisites: TRAN 110 , TRAN 112 , TRAN 113 , TRAN 125 . Corequisites: AUTO 210 , AUTO 220 , AUTO 225 .
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AUTO 220 Automatic Transmission & Transaxles 8 credits
This course focuses on the understanding, diagnosis and repair of automotive automatic transmissions and transaxles utilizing industry standards, techniques and equipment.
Prerequisites: TRAN 110 , TRAN 112 , TRAN 113 , TRAN 125 . Corequisites: AUTO 210 , AUTO 215 , AUTO 225 .
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AUTO 225 Manual Transmission & Transaxles 8 credits
This course focuses on the understanding, diagnosis and repair of automotive manual transmissions, transaxles, clutches, differentials and drive axles utilizing industry standards, techniques and equipment.
Prerequisites: TRAN 110 , TRAN 112 , TRAN 113 , TRAN 125 . Corequisites: AUTO 220 .
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AUTO 298 Job Search & Employability Skills 1 credits
Students develop job search objectives and practice employability skills needed for successful employment.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
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Baking |
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BAKE 110 Cake Decoration 5 credits
This course is an introduction to cake decorating skills. Students will learn piping skills and techniques. Buttercream, fondant and gumpaste methods will be explored to create special occasion cakes and design wedding cakes.
Prerequisites: CULA 127 . Corequisites: BAKE 120 .
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BAKE 114 Artisan Chocolates and Confections 7 credits
This course is an introduction to specialty chocolates and confections. Students will explore the creation, design, and marketing of truffles, candies, caramel and confections. Students will learn chocolate handling, tempering, and origin.
Prerequisites: CULA 127 . Corequisites: BAKE 122 .
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BAKE 120 Specialty Cakes and Design 6 credits
This course is an introduction to specialty cakes. Students will learn construction and a variety of techniques to create classical cakes. The focus is on formulas, fillings, icings and finishing to produce salable bakery items.
Prerequisites: CULA 127 . Corequisites: BAKE 110 .
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BAKE 122 Artisan Bread 7 credits
Students will learn the advanced techniques for making specialty bread using preferment techniques and starters.
Prerequisites: CULA 127 .
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BAKE 124 Centerpiece Construction 3 credits
Students will learn the advanced techniques for constructing specialty centerpieces and showpieces. Advanced techniques for chocolate, sugar and bread sculpture construction will be learned.
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Biology |
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BIOL 099 Introduction to Health Sciences 2 credits
This course provides an introduction to the types of content common to the biological science classes required for entry into many healthcare programs. This course increases students’ readiness for these courses through the use of oral and written assignments developed in the context of the health sciences.
Prerequisites: ABED 046 .
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BIOL 311 Public Health Biology 5 credits
This course will provide an introduction to the biological foundations of public health. Topics include human chronic and hereditary diseases and disorders (such as obesity, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, etc.), infectious disease and host response, the role of genetics and the environment on health, and human physiology.
Prerequisites: Admission to the BASPH program or instructor permission.
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BIOL& 175 Human Biology w/Lab 5 credits
An introductory survey of human anatomy and physiology designed for non-science majors or pre-allied health students not going into nursing or dental hygiene. Relationships between structures and functions in each body system are emphasized.
Prerequisites: ENGL 092 or ENGL 093 , MATH 070 .
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BIOL& 211 Cellular Biology 5 credits
An examination of the biology of life which includes chemistry, organic molecules, cell structure, membrane transport, metabolic processes, mitosis and meiosis, nucleic acid structure and function, genetics, and introduces the concept of biotechnology. Includes laboratory.
Prerequisites: ENGL 092 or ENGL 093 or equivalent placement score.
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BIOL& 241 Anatomy and Physiology 1 6 credits
The first quarter of a two-quarter sequence designed to give students a working knowledge and understanding of the basic systems of the human body. Includes a basic introduction to chemistry as well as a detailed study of cytology and histology and examines the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and sensory systems.
Prerequisites: BIOL& 211 or instructor permission.
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BIOL& 242 Anatomy and Physiology 2 6 credits
The second quarter of a two-quarter sequence designed to give students a working knowledge and understanding of the basic systems of the human body. The systems covered are Endocrine, Cardiovascular, Lymphatic, Respiratory, Digestive, Urinary, and Reproductive. The themes of homeostasis and system interactions are interwoven into the course and are continually stressed as each system is introduced and discussed.
Prerequisites: BIOL& 241 or instructor permission.
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BIOL& 260 Microbiology 5 credits
Introduces students to the major concepts of the microbiological science. These concepts include basic anatomy, physiology and the differences between eukaryotic, prokaryotic and viral systems, growth factors and curves, techniques in microbial control, microbial interrelationships and host defenses. Includes laboratory.
Prerequisites: CHEM& 121 , BIOL& 211 .
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Building & Plant Maintenance Technology |
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BPMT 105 HVAC Principles and Operation 6 credits
This course focuses on heating, ventilation and air conditioning principles and operations needed to diagnose, service and repair HVAC systems.
Prerequisites: ABED 040 or MATH 070 , and ABED 046 or equivalent placement scores. Corequisites: BPMT 110 .
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BPMT 110 HVAC Servicing 10 credits
This course focuses on the diagnosis, repair procedures, product knowledge and tool skills needed to service HVAC systems utilizing industry standards, techniques and equipment.
Prerequisites: ABED 040 or MATH 070 , and ABED 046 or equivalent placement scores. Corequisites: BPMT 105 .
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BPMT 115 Mechanical Principles & Operation 6 credits
This course focuses on the mechanical principles and operations needed to diagnose, service and repair mechanical systems.
Prerequisites: ABED 040 or MATH 070 , and ABED 046 or equivalent placement scores. Corequisites: BPMT 120 .
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BPMT 120 Mechanical Systems Servicing 10 credits
This course focuses on the diagnosing, repair procedures, product knowledge and tool skills needed to service mechanical systems utilizing industry standards, techniques and equipment.
Prerequisites: ABED 040 or MATH 070 , and ABED 046 or equivalent placement scores. Corequisites: BPMT 115 .
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BPMT 125 Electrical Principles and Operation 6 credits
This course focuses on electrical principles and operations needed to diagnose, service and repair electrical systems.
Prerequisites: ABED 040 or MATH 070 and ABED 046 or equivalent placement scores. Corequisites: BPMT 130 .
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BPMT 130 Motor Controls Principles & Operation 10 credits
This course focuses on motor control principles and operations needed to diagnose, service and repair electrical systems.
Prerequisites: ABED 040 or MATH 070 , and ABED 046 , or equivalent placement scores. Corequisites: BPMT 125 .
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BPMT 135 Boiler Principles and Operation 6 credits
This course focuses on an entry level understanding of boiler safety principles, design, construction, applications, operations, ASME Codes, and training necessary to learn to operate boilers & their electrical & mechanical support systems in commercial applications. The course will prepare students to sit for a minimum Municipal Boiler Operators’ license.
Prerequisites: ABED 040 or MATH 070 , and ABED 046 , or equivalent placement scores. or equivalent placement scores. Corequisites: BPMT 140 .
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BPMT 140 Boiler Servicing and Licensing 10 credits
This course focuses on entry level hands on oil fired Boiler operations, diagnosing, repair procedures, product knowledge, and tool skills needed to service and maintain boilers according to ASME code requirements using a working model commercial boiler and standard practice classroom experiments with a live residential heating boiler.
Prerequisites: ABED 040 or MATH 070 , and ABED 046 , or equivalent placement scores. or equivalent placement scores. Corequisites: BPMT 135 .
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BPMT 200 Refrigeration Principles and Operation 6 credits
This course focuses on refrigeration principles and the operations needed to diagnose, service, and repair refrigeration systems.
Prerequisites: ABED 040 or MATH 070 , and ABED 046 , or equivalent placement scores. Corequisites: BPMT 205 .
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BPMT 205 Refrigeration Servicing and Licensing 10 credits
This course focuses on the diagnosing, repair procedures, product knowledge and tool skills needed to service refrigeration systems and attain an appropriate refrigeration license.
Prerequisites: ABED 040 or MATH 070 , and ABED 046 , or equivalent placement scores. Corequisites: BPMT 200 .
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BPMT 210 Electronic Principles and Operation 6 credits
This course focuses on electronic principles and operations needed to diagnose, service, and repair electronic systems.
Prerequisites: ABED 040 or MATH 070 , and ABED 046 , or equivalent placement scores. Corequisites: BPMT 215 .
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BPMT 215 Programmable Controls Principles and Operation 10 credits
This course focuses on programmable control principles and the operations needed to diagnose, service, and repair programmable control systems.
Prerequisites: ABED 040 or MATH 070 , and ABED 046 , or equivalent placement scores. Corequisites: BPMT 210 .
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Business Technology |
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BTE 100 Preparing for Successful Online Learning 2 credits
This class is designed to prepare students to be successful as learners in an online environment. Students will utilize computers, software, a learning managements system, and other technology that they will be likely to encounter as online students. Students will also be instructed in general organizational skills that are needed by all students.
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BTE 101 Computer Applications 2 credits
This class is an introduction to using computers, software, and understanding computer terminology. It covers an introduction to Windows and basic word processing (Microsoft Word), spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel) and presentation software (Microsoft PowerPoint). Students will gain an understanding of what the programs are and how to create, print, and save files.
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BTE 105 Keyboarding I 3 credits
The major objectives of this course are to develop touch control of the keyboard, develop proper keyboarding techniques, build basic speed and accuracy, and provide concentrated practice. The student must show competency by keyboarding at 30 words a minute for 3 minutes, with 3 or fewer errors.
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BTE 106 Keyboarding II 3 credits
Students continue to develop touch control of the keyboard, develop proper keyboarding techniques, and build speed and accuracy through concentrated practice. The student must show competency by keyboarding at 50 words a minute for 3 minutes, with 3 or fewer errors.
Prerequisites: BTE 105 or instructor permission.
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BTE 107 Keyboarding III 3 credits
Students continue to develop touch control of the keyboard and proper keyboarding techniques, build speed and accuracy. The student must show competency by keyboarding at 60 words a minute for 3 minutes, with 3 or fewer errors.
Prerequisites: BTE 106 or instructor permission.
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BTE 111 Word I 5 credits
Beginning and intermediate word processing course covering document creation, retrieval, character and paragraph formatting, multi-page documents, columns, tables, graphics, and form letters.
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BTE 112 Excel I 5 credits
This is a beginning and intermediate course in spreadsheets. Topics covered include document creation, retrieval, entering text, numbers, and formulas, formatting, financial functions, what-if analysis, graphs, and charts.
Prerequisites: BTE 120 or instructor permission.
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BTE 114 Access I 5 credits
This is a beginning to intermediate course on databases. Topics covered include design of tables, forms, reports and queries; update, add, delete, and modify data; and creating custom reports and forms using filters and queries.
Prerequisites: BTE 120 or instructor permission.
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BTE 115 Publisher 5 credits
Students learn the basic elements of desktop publishing using Microsoft Publisher to produce brochures, business cards, catalogs, flyers, newsletters, and invitations.
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BTE 120 Business Computer Management 3 credits
This course will develop skills to manage desktop productivity tools and systems. Content includes file management–archiving, storing, security, and sharing. Additional content includes cookies, FTP, e-mail, and use of internet.
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BTE 124 PowerPoint 4 credits
This is a beginning to intermediate course in presentation software. Topics covered include design of slides, slide sorter, and slide show. Learn to import and edit graphics, import data from spreadsheets, and use 3D effects to create slide presentations.
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BTE 125 Web-Based Technologies 5 credits
Students are introduced to a variety of web-Based technologies including those used for collaboration, social-networking, video and presentation sharing, conferencing, and distance learning.
Prerequisites: BTE 106 , BTE 120 .
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BTE 130 Business English I 5 credits
This course covers punctuation and grammar rules which govern business communications, composition of business letters and memos, and proofreading techniques.
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BTE 135 Outlook 4 credits
This course is designed to teach the elements of the current version of Outlook, including e-mail, calendar, contacts, and tasks.
Prerequisites: BTE 120 or instructor permission.
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BTE 191 Customer Service/Help Desk 3 credits
The student will acquire and enhance his/her communication, listening, problem solving, and decision making skills which will assist the student on the job to provide customer satisfaction.
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BTE 195 Capstone Project 3 credits
Students apply the skills and competencies they have acquired to a project in a simulated professional setting.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
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BTE 198 Job Search Skills 2 credits
This course is designed to develop knowledge and skills that will be demanded on the job to provide the student a high degree of success. Course covers how to write a resume, dependable strengths report and cover letter; searching and applying for a job, interviewing for a job, and how to follow-up on the job search.
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BTE 211 Word II 5 credits
A continuation of BTE 111 . Students learn advanced word processing skills that the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist Word exam assesses.
Prerequisites: BTE 111 or instructor permission.
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BTE 212 Excel II 5 credits
This course covers in-depth theory and application of spreadsheets. Topics include macros, databases, what-if analysis, pivot tables, import/export, advanced formulas and creating and managing files.
Prerequisites: BTE 112 and BUSA 100 , or equivalent placement score, or instructor permission.
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BTE 225 Integrated Application for Business Productivity 5 credits
This course is designed to give understanding of the integration of word processing, desktop publishing, database, and spreadsheet technology by using simulations to produce documents. The simulations represent actual work in an office. Students exhibit time management while prioritizing documents received and processed. The student’s portfolio demonstrates skill level and competencies met in various coursework.
Prerequisites: BTE 111 , BTE 112 , BTE 124 , BTE 114 , or instructor permission.
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BTE 281 Project Management With Microsoft Project 5 credits
Students will learn to use Microsoft Project to assist them in the development and monitoring of a project.
Prerequisites: BTE 120 .
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Human Resources |
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BUHR 210 HR’s Role in Organization & Program Overview 1 credits
This course explores the field of human resources (HR) and its role in organizations. An overview of the LWIT HR programs is also covered.
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BUHR 215 HR Ethics and Diversity 4 credits
This course covers the importance of ethics in human resources (HR) and an organization’s social responsibility. The role of diversity in HR and how a diverse workforce can drive business results are also covered.
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BUHR 220 Employee Benefits and Risk Management 4 credits
This course covers the strategic considerations that should guide the design of benefit programs and the cost implications and strategies to control them. Also covered in this course are risk management and measures that create a safe and secure work environment.
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BUHR 230 Staffing: Recruitment, Selection, & Placement 4 credits
This course covers employment decisions concerning building a staff and maintaining a talented workforce. Various methods of locating qualified job candidates and assessment methods for identifying a candidate’s suitability for employment are covered.
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BUHR 235 Total Rewards (compensation) 4 credits
This course reviews the total rewards of organizations by exploring their total compensation strategies. Methods to properly pay employees in a cost-effective, competitive, equitable, and legal manner are also addressed.
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BUHR 240 Employee and Labor Relations 3 credits
This course examines how employee relations can create a positive organizational culture. Students also explore facets of the labor relations process: collective representation, union organization, bargaining, and negotiations.
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BUHR 245 Training, Workforce Planning, Perf & Talent Mgmt 4 credits
This course covers the principles of learning and how to facilitate training to link training objectives to organizational goals. Students also learn how to build an effective performance management program by understanding the advantages of integrating human resource (HR) and strategic planning.
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BUHR 250 HR Information Systems & Measuring HR Outcomes 4 credits
This course covers how to leverage technology in today’s environment to support human resource (HR) activities. Measurement strategies that link HR practices to achieving bottom-line business results are also covered.
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BUHR 255 Employment Law I 4 credits
This course covers employment laws and their effects on the first half of the employment life cycle. The creation and management of a diverse workforce are also included.
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BUHR 260 Employment Law II 4 credits
This course covers employment laws and their effects on the second half of the employment life cycle, including benefits, compensation, performance, terms and conditions of employment, and termination.
Prerequisites: BUHR 255 .
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BUHR 270 Global HR & Mergers & Acquisitions 4 credits
This course covers legal, political, cultural, and economic factors that affect global human resource (HR) management. HR’s crucial role in mergers and acquisitions is also included.
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BUHR 275 Strategic HR Mgmt & Organizational Strategy 4 credits
This course covers business strategies and human resource (HR) best practices and their application to all HR disciplines. Effective human capital strategies and practices that give business a sustainable competitive advantage are emphasized. This is the capstone course for the HR Generalist Program and should be taken the student’s last quarter.
Prerequisites: BUHR 260 , or Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) with instructor permission.
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BUS& 101 Introduction to Business 5 credits
The course covers the survey of American business, business and economic terminology, forms of business ownership, franchising, small and international business, management and marketing concepts, and business environment.
Prerequisites: MATH 087 , ENGL 100 or equivalent placement scores.
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BUS& 201 Business Law 5 credits
This is an introductory course which covers the basic study of the structure and function of the American legal system as it relates to business transactions. Emphasis is placed on U.S. contract law, the Uniform Commercial Code, and negotiable instruments.
Prerequisites: ENGL 100 or equivalent placement score.
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BUSA 100 Business Math 5 credits
Course will cover basic math skills needed for accounting with emphasis on solving business problems related to percentages, discounts, payroll, inventory, depreciation, simple and compound interest, present value, annuities, stocks and bonds.
Prerequisites: ABED 040 or MATH 070 or equivalent placement score.
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BUSA 103 Business Communications 5 credits
This course covers listening, speaking, and writing skills used in the business environment. Students entering the class should have word processing skills and access to a computer.
Prerequisites: ENGL 093 or equivalent placement score.
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BUSA 180 Small Business Management 5 credits
This survey course examines specific principles of small business management, and business plan development. It focuses on analyzing management problems that relate to operations, human resources, marketing and consumer behavior.
Prerequisites: ABED 046 , ABED 040 or MATH 070 .
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BUSA 189 Principles of Management 5 credits
Modern management is both exciting and challenging today. This course is organized around the four traditional functions of management: planning, organizing, leading and controlling. Contemporary topics, such as technology, empowerment, diversity, and Total Quality Management (TQM), will also be discussed.
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BUSA 210 Entrepreneurship 5 credits
An overview of the basics of creating a new business venture. Topics covered include identifying and evaluating opportunities, success and failure factors, and market, financial, and legal considerations.
Prerequisites: BUS& 101 or instructor permission.
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BUSA 214 Cultural Influences on Emerging Technologies 5 credits
Learn about how culture and society influence the success or failure of products, services, and goods that are offered in the marketplace. Students will also explore new technologies-how they are shared between cultural groups, regulatory impacts, trade practices, and influences from international manufacturing.
Prerequisites: ENGL 093 , MATH 087 , or instructor permission.
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BUSA 220 Successful Business Marketing 5 credits
An overview class focusing on how to promote a small business. Topics covered include product, pricing, promotion, distribution, and customer considerations. Students learn professional sales techniques and cost effective advertising strategies.
Prerequisites: BUS& 101 or instructor permission.
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