NWCCD 2008-09 Catalog 
    
    Apr 20, 2024  
NWCCD 2008-09 Catalog [This is an Archived Catalog.]

Courses


 
  
  • ACCT* 1005 - Practical Accounting I


    This course is for students who need a basic knowledge of accounting procedures. It is not recommended for the potential four-year business major or students who have had a year of high school bookkeeping, but rather for the student who needs a basic working knowledge of accounting.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

    Comments
    Prior to Spring 2004, ACCT 1005 was listed as ACCT 1050.

  
  • ACCT* 1006 - Practical Accounting II: Payroll


    This is a comprehensive payroll accounting course that covers laws governing payroll, methods of computing wages and salaries, Social Security taxes, federal income tax, withholding, unemployment taxes and journalizing payroll transactions.

    Credits: 2

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    2 lect hrs/week

    Comments
    Prior to spring 2004, ACCT 1006 was listed as ACCT 1060.

  
  • ACCT* 1010 - Accounting I


    This is for students who need a basic course in accounting theory and practice. Emphasis will be placed on the type of information that the language of business provides for decision makers. In addition, the basic mechanics of the accounting process, which allow users of accounting information to understand how events are operationalized in the accounting system, are covered. Students will understand that accounting is a vital link between business events and business decisions in a complex environment.

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    4 lect hrs/week

    Comments
    Prior to spring 2004, ACCT 1010 was listed as ACCT 2010.

  
  • ACCT* 1020 - Accounting II


    This course is a continuation of ACCT 1010, and is designed to give students a basic understanding of the role of accounting information in business. It focuses on business financing and investing events throughout the management planning, performing and evaluating cycles. This course is intended to open the door on understanding the world of business and provide insights on how businesses invest and finance those investments. In addition, students will become familiar with the conventions used by business to report to those who need to know about the business.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ACCT*1010-Accounting I with a C or better.

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    4 lect hrs/week

    Comments
    Prior to spring 2004, ACCT 1020 was listed as ACCT 2020.

  
  • ACCT* 2030 - Accounting History & Theory


    This course is a bridge between the introductory and more advanced courses in accounting. This course is intended to provide the student with both a conceptual and procedural foundation for the remainder of the student’s accounting coursework. It is designed to provide the student with four building blocks: mechanics of accounting; student of formats or major financial statements; why things are done the way they are in the accounting profession; and the Statement of Financial Accounting Concepts.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ACCT*1010-Accounting I and ACCT*1020-Accounting II with a C or better.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

    Comments
    Prior to spring 2005, ACCT 2030 was listed as Managerial Accounting.

  
  • ACCT* 2110 - Microcomputer Accounting


    This course covers the major components of a computerized accounting system: general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll. The students will use a popular software program.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ACCT*1005-Practical Accounting or ACCT*1010- Accounting I or Instructor Consent.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

  
  • ACCT* 2410 - Intermediate Accounting I


    Accounting principles learned in ACCT 1020 are examined in much greater depth. Topics include FASB conceptual framework, accounting cycle, net income concepts, statements, statements of position and earnings, present value of money applications, current assets including detailed study of inventories, plant assets including depreciation and depletion, intangible assets and liabilities.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ACCT*1020- Accounting II with a C or better.

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    4 lect hrs/week

  
  • ACCT* 2420 - Intermediate Accounting II


    This course is an in-depth study of more complex accounting principles and procedures. Topics include stockholders’ equity, earnings per share, long-term investments, revenue recognition including long-term contracts and installment sales, accounting changes and errors, the statement of changes in financial position accounting for inflation, and financial statement analysis.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ACCT*2410- Intermediate Accounting I with a C or better.

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    4 lect hrs/week

  
  • ACCT* 2450 - Cost Accounting


    This course is an introductory investigation of fundamental principles of managerial cost accounting, such as accumulation and reporting of accounting information for product costing and standard costing, as well as information and processes useful in planning, decision making and control activities.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ACCT*1020- Accounting II with a C or better, CMAP*1751-Intermediate Excel, or Instructor Consent.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

  
  • ACCT* 2610 - Managerial Accounting


    This course is designed for the student who intends to use accounting data internally as a manager in directing the affairs of organizations. Topics covered include cost accounting departmentalization, budgeting and use of accounting data.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ACCT*1010-Accounting I and ACCT*1020-Accounting II.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

    Comments
    Prior to spring 2005, ACCT 2610 was listed as ACCT 2030.

  
  • ACTA* 1750 - Income Tax Preparation


    The IRS will train students in the preparation of simple tax returns—1040, 1040A, 1040EZ and Schedule A Itemized Deductions. Students should be willing to contribute a minimum of eight hours of volunteer work. 

    Credits: 2

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    30 Lecture Hours

  
  • AECL* 1000 - Agroecology


    This course is designed to explore the relationships that occur between the soil, the plant community, animals and humans in the process of food production.

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect, 2 lab hrs/week

  
  • AECL* 1470 - Internship in:


    The internship course provides students in any general or transfer discipline a means to integrate classroom theory with workplace practice.  Students will be placed in a working/learning environment that provides for structured learning, workplace experience, and mentoring by a professional.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisite: per department guidelines

    Credits: 1 to 6

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    4500 minutes per credit hour

  
  • AECL* 2010 - The Ecological Web: Soils


    Soils are a component of all terrestrial ecosystems, and as such influence ecological processes in both agricultural and wild land ecosystems. The focus of the course is on the basic properties of soils such as physical, chemical, and biological which influence our use of soils to grow plants, to support structures, to store wastes, to filter water, and in general to function as a component of our habitat.

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect, 2 lab hrs/week

  
  • AECL* 2020 - Ecological Web: Agronomic


    A course examining the role of primary plants as primary producers in agro-ecosystems, the application of plant biology to the production of agronomic plants, the management practices that promote sustainable yield of plant products and the concepts of genetic improvement in a lecture as well as laboratory format.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete AECL*1000-Agro-ecology.

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect, 2 lab hrs/week

  
  • AECL* 2100 - Integrated Resource Management


    Integrated Resource Management is designed to provide a farm and ranch management approach that incorporates evaluating and planning the sustainable use of the natural resource base with human and financial resources for long-term financial stability for agriculture operations.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

  
  • AGEC* 1000 - Ag Orientation


    This course is designed to acquaint the student with the USDA and the services and assistance available to them. In addition, there will be an overview of the U.S. agriculture system and the career opportunities available.

    Credits: 2

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    2 lect hrs/week

  
  • AGEC* 1005 - Survey of Agri-Management


    This course is designed for students who need background in basic agri-business management and records. Topics include business and operations management, agriculture records, and marketing.

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    4 lect hrs/week

  
  • AGEC* 1010 - Introduction to Ag Economics


    This course is a general introduction to agribusiness and agriculture economics. The structure of agriculture, basic economic theory, marketing, agriculture policy and international trade are discussed.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

  
  • AGEC* 1100 - Intro to Comp Ag Records Mgmt


    This course is an introduction to farm and ranch computerized records management. It covers basic farm/ranch accounting functions including all financial statements: flow of funds, income statement and balance sheet. The course compares cash versus accrual accounting and the benefits of each. The focus of this course is to develop and reinforce accounting and record management principles by utilizing the microcomputer and entering case farm/ranch data.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

  
  • AGEC* 2020 - Farm Ranch Business Mgmt


    This course provides a comprehensive overview of the business decision making process, financial management and analysis needed in the operation of production agriculture businesses.

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    4 lect hrs/week

  
  • AGEC* 2100 - Advanced Computer Ag Records Management


    This course is designed to cover advanced farm/ ranch computerized records management. It includes advanced farm/ranch accounting functions including all financial statements, such as flow of funds, income statement, balance sheet, and change in financial statements will be utilized to evaluate the efficiency of an operation through the use of index and ratio analysis.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

  
  • AGEC* 2300 - Agricultural Marketing


    This course provides an overview of marketing, market competition and consumer markets as they apply to agriculture. Also included is study of the structure of the marketing system and public policy issues related to marketing.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (3 lect hrs/week)

  
  • AGEC* 2360 - Agriculture Sales


    This course presents various aspects of the sales process including: selling success, types of sales questions, creating the selling climate, motivation, attitude, referral prospecting, non-referral prospecting, phone sales, sales presentations and demonstrations, qualifying the prospect, overcoming objections, closing sales documentation and records.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (3 lect hrs/week)

  
  • AGRI* 1010 - Computers in Agriculture


    This course is designed to cover basic computer use and terminology for students involved in agriculture.  It includes applications of QuickBooks (system software), World (word processing), Excel (spreadsheet), Access (data manager), Ranch Vision (projects profits), Perception (agriculture accounting).  The class will explore each program and achieve a basic knowledge of computer application in agriculture.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

  
  • AGRI* 2222 - Biotechnology Applications in Agriculture


    This course will introduce the most recent advances in, as well as the historical applications of, biotechnology in agriculture. The techniques used to genetically engineer crops to increase crop production and develop novel traits will be explored. Biotechnology applications in animal reproduction, animal genetics, animal nutrition, and animal pathology will be examined. This course also will evaluate the benefits as well as the ethical and environmental ramifications of agricultural biotechnology.

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 hrs lecture and 3 hrs lab/week

    Crosslisted
    BIOL 2222 Biotechnology Applications in Agriculture
  
  • AIST* 1350 - Contemporary Issues in American Indian Society


    This course examines the lifestyles, social problems, and family structure of American Indians in modern America.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect. hrs/week

  
  • AIST* 2210 - North American Indians


    This course is a comparative consideration of North American Indian culture areas at European contact.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hours/week

  
  • ANSC* 1010 - Livestock Production


    This course introduces students to the principles of breeding and genetics, reproductive physiology, animal health, and nutrition of domestic animals. It studies quality evaluation of livestock product as related to production and marketing where western states beef and sheep production is emphasized.

    Credits: (4.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (2 lect, 2 lab hrs/week)

  
  • ANSC* 1015 - Livestock Reproduction


    This course will provide a comprehensive study of livestock reproduction, the single most important economic factor of livestock production. The anatomy, physiology, and endocrine aspects of livestock reproduction, estrous synchronization, artificial insemination, pregnancy testing, and management systems will be covered as well as economic considerations to maximize profits. Emphasis will be on bee reproduction, but other types of livestock will be discussed.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (3 lect hrs/week)

  
  • ANSC* 1100 - Artificial Insemination


    This standard, one-week course prepares students for the Wyoming certification exam. Reproductive physiology, nutrition and management are studied. Major emphasis is placed on actual insemination techniques. An additional fee is charged for this course.

    Credits: (1.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (1 lect hr/week)

    Comments
    Additional Fee.

  
  • ANSC* 1210 - Livestock Judging I


    Scientific methods are introduced for the selection of beef cattle, horses, sheep and swine for the optimum production of livestock in the farm and ranch setting. Livestock form to functional efficiency is stressed throughout the class. Techniques of showmanship, selection criteria and trends in the livestock industry are included, along with trends in consumer demand. Students in this course are expected to be able to discuss the relative merits of each of the animals being evaluated.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (3 lect hrs/week)

  
  • ANSC* 1470 - Internship in:


    The internship course provides students in any general or transfer discipline a means to integrate classroom theory with workplace practice.  Students will be placed in a working/learning environment that provides for structured learning, workplace experience, and mentoring by a professional.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: per department guidelines

    Credits: 1 to 6

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    4500 minutes per credit hour

  
  • ANSC* 2020 - Feeds & Feeding


    This class presents a scientific yet practical approach to the study of feeding farm animals for growth, production, finish, reproduction and work. Elements and constituents of feed stuffs are studied along with the requirements of animals. Students in the course learn to properly balance rations, using a variety of methods. The class emphasizes the use of both home-grown and commercial feed to obtain optimum results.

    Credits: (4.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (3 lect, 2 lab hrs/week)

  
  • ANSC* 2110 - Beef Production


    This course provides an in-depth study of the latest techniques of beef production from both a scientific and practical point of view. It includes the economics of production and as well as ways of maximizing profits, using the latest in scientific and management techniques. Financial records, production records and genetic improvement are stressed, including the use of both the animal and the basic production unit. Particular emphasis is placed on Western production conditions, including cow/calf operations, stocker programs and the production of market beef.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (3 lect hrs/week)

  
  • ANSC* 2115 - Applied Techniques in Beef Prod


    This course provides students with hands-on laboratories to familiarize students with the principles of beef cattle handling and management.

    Credits: (1.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (2 lab hrs/week)

  
  • ANSC* 2320 - Livestock Health


    This class presents a scientific, yet practical, approach to the study of livestock health. Anatomy and pathology will be discussed. Analysis, diagnosis, and treatment of common livestock diseases will be discussed. Emphasis will be on control and prevention primarily in beef cattle; however, other types of livestock will be discussed. The course will emphasize common disease problems of the western U.S.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (3 lect hrs/week)

  
  • ANSC* 2470 - Internship in:


    This internship course provides a means for students in any general or transfer discipline a means to integrate classroom theory with workplace practice.  Students will be placed in a working/learning environment that provides for structured learning, workplace experience, and mentoring by a professional.

    Credits: 1 to 6

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    4500 minutes per credit hour

  
  • ANTH* 1100 - Biological Anthropology


    This course covers the basic concepts related to the origin, evolution, and biological nature of the human species.  Topics studied include population genetics, related primate species, and basic osteological and odontological principles. Also covered will be interpretation and reconstruction of early hominid lifestyles based on the fossil record.

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lecture hrs and 2 lab hrs /week

    Comments
    Prior to spring 2004, ANTH 1100 was listed as Intro to Physical Anthropology.

  
  • ANTH* 1200 - Cultural Anthropology


    The intricacies, uniqueness and/or universal characteristics of cultures are considered. The history, evolution and comparisons of the sum of mankind’s learned behavior, as opposed to genetically determined behavior, are discussed as well as the relationship of cultural and personal traits.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

  
  • ANTH* 1300 - Introduction to Archaeology


    This introductory course covers the history of archaeological excavation, dating methods and techniques, including a survey of both Old and New World civilizations, major events and sites.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

  
  • ANTH* 2000 - Linguistic Anthropology


    This course provides an introduction to anthropological approaches for understanding language and interpretation within a cultural context, with attention paid to oral languages and preliterate cultures.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Successful completion of a 1000-level anthropology course.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

  
  • ANTH* 2025 - Introduction to World Music


    This course explores various aspects of music from a global perspective. The focus is on music styles and traditions from outside of the Western canon. Students will actively study music in its cultural context from a variety of geographic areas of the world.

     

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    Lecture 3 hours/week

    Crosslisted
    MUSC*2025

  
  • AQTK* 1500 - Introduction to Aquaculture


    This course is designed for those interested in starting their own fish farming business or learning about the culture of aquatic organisms. The course will cover a broad range of topics from the basic physiology of the fish to rearing and production practices to marketing of the product. Hands-on fish culture practice is included in the course.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 Lecture hours/week

  
  • AQTK* 1520 - Aquaculture Systems


    This course is designed to familiarize the student with the various components of fish culture systems with special attention to re-circulating systems. Identification of physical and biological parameters of fish culture will be covered. Culture system components designed to control these factors will also be defined. Analysis of the performance of various system components will be done and students will do a project in teams to design, build or modify components and evaluate their effectiveness.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 Lecture hours/week

  
  • AQTK* 1550 - Fish Health Management


    This course is designed to provide aquaculture students with an understanding of fish health management strategies. Special emphasis is placed on environmental and infectious disease recognition and treatment.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 Lecture hours/week

  
  • AQTK* 1600 - Hatchery Management


    The hatchery management course is designed to explore all aspects of broodstock management, egg collection and incubation and rearing unit management that are common to both public and private fish hatchery operations.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 Lecture hours/week

  
  • AQTK* 1985 - Aquaculture Seminar


    This course is designed to familiarize the student with the various components of fish culture systems with special attention to recirculating systems. Identification of physical and biological parameters of fish culture will be covered. Culture system components designed to control these factors will also be defined. Analysis of the performance of various system components will be done and students will do a project in teams to design, build or modify components and evaluate their effectiveness.

    Credits: (1.00-2.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (1-2 lect hrs/ week)

  
  • ART* 1050 - Drawing


    This course investigates the language used in visual arts and examines the details of basic formal and procedural means employed in expressive drawing. Black and white media are explored within the drawing assignments.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 studio hrs/week

  
  • ART* 1110 - Design I


    This course concentrates on the basic concepts of the principles of design with an emphasis on the interaction of design elements used to create non-verbal communication within compositions. Consideration is given to the range of structural compositional art forms as found in both contemporary art and design and in different cultural and historical contexts.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (6 lect studio hrs/week)

  
  • ART* 1120 - Design II


    Students will apply the techniques learned in ART 1110 to various two-dimensional media to further develop the concepts of creative design. An in-depth investigation of color theory will be explored.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ART*1110-Design I or Instructor Consent.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    6 lect studio hrs/week

  
  • ART* 1150 - Photography I


    In this course, students become acquainted with the theory and history of photography, the mechanics of camera use, lighting techniques for both studio lighting and existing light sources, photo composition, and all phases of basic darkroom skills including film development and printing.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    2 lect, 2 lab hrs/week

    Comments
    Additional Fee.

  
  • ART* 1160 - Photography II


    This course introduces students to finer, more precise methods of film exposure and printing techniques. Students learn to use the Zone System for black and white photography and study artificial and natural lighting in depth. Color photography is introduced.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ART*1150-Photography I or Instructor Consent.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (2 lect, 2 lab hrs/week)

    Comments
    Additional Fee.

  
  • ART* 1178 - Digital Imaging


    This course gives an in-depth introduction to the world of “digital” photography and computer imaging with emphasis on developing student understanding and skills with digital image capture and scanning, image manipulation via the PC utilizing Adobe Photoshop software, as well as digital storage and transmission.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (3 lect hrs/week)

  
  • ART* 1179 - Adobe Photoshop I


    This course is an introduction to computer graphics using the program Adobe Photoshop.

    Credits: (1.50 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (1.5 lect/lab hrs/week)

  
  • ART* 1310 - Sculpture I


    This course concentrates on the basics of three-dimensional design with an emphasis on spatial awareness, problem-solving, and the many varieties of sculptural form. Consideration is given to the range of three dimensional form as found in both contemporary art and design and in different cultural and historical contexts.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    6 lect studio hrs/week

  
  • ART* 1500 - Watercolor I Workshop


    Workshop I is suggested for individuals who have never painted or who have not had ample experience in exploring art media, especially watercolor. The course focuses on developing skills in the watercolor media. Students express themselves and their creative potential through styles, media, techniques, materials and practice in transparent watercolor. More advanced exploration may include mixed media and opaque watercolor.

    Credits: (1.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (0.5 lect, 1 lab hr/week)

  
  • ART* 1505 - Watercolor II Workshop


    This is a watercolor class for the more experienced painter who would like to achieve more proficiency in the media. Students express themselves and their creative potential through styles, media, techniques, materials and practice in transparent watercolor. More advanced exploration may include mixed media and opaque watercolor.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ART*1500-Watercolor I.

    Credits: (1.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (0.5 lect, 1 lab hr/week)

  
  • ART* 1515 - Watercolor III Workshop


    Prior to fall 2005, ART 1515 was listed as 1520. This is a class for the experienced painter who would like to continue developing media techniques, styles, and concepts related to watercolor. More advanced exploration may include mixed media and opaque watercolor.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ART*1500-Watercolor I.

    Credits: (1.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (1 Lesson hr/week)

  
  • ART* 1520 - Topics in Studio Art


    This course is an examination of a topic in studio Art. The topic is a specific form of expression or technique in Art.

    Credits: (1.00-3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (1 lect hr/week or 2 lab hrs/ week)

  
  • ART* 2010 - Art History Survey I


    This is the first semester of a one-year survey which studies ancient, medieval, renaissance, and modern art with special reference to various social, economic and historical factors which motivated and conditioned the early aesthetic forms.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

  
  • ART* 2020 - Art History Survey II


    This is the second semester of a one-year survey which studies renaissance, baroque, cococo, 18th century, 19th century and modern art with special reference to various social, economic, and historical factors which motivated and conditioned the aesthetic forms.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

  
  • ART* 2050 - Life Drawing I


    This objective study of the human form, as affected by active and static conditions, concentrates on the use of various black and white media.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ART*1050-Drawing I or Instructor Consent.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (6 lect studio hrs/week)

  
  • ART* 2060 - Life Drawing II


    The concentration on portraying the human form continues, but painting is emphasized as the medium of expression.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ART*2050-Life Drawing I.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (3 lect, 3 lab hrs/week)

  
  • ART* 2071 - Portraiture I


    Students develop accurate skills in portraying a particular person, which is a comprehensive objective study of portraiture using drawing and painting assignments. Anatomic features of the human head are studied for correctness and for what may constitute a “likeness.” A variety of subject matter within the portrait is exercised.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (6 lect studio hrs/week)

  
  • ART* 2072 - Portraiture II


    This course is a continuation of ART 2071, in which various poses such as three-quarter view, full view, the portraiture in an environment, and the problems involved in these poses are explored. In addition, various exercises in achieving a “likeness” will be a concentration in this semester.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ART*2071-Portraiture I.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (6 lect studio hrs/week)

  
  • ART* 2090 - Printmaking


    This course concentrates on the basic skills and processes used in making prints in a series. Block prints, intaglio, lithography, and silk screen (serigraphy) printing will be introduced.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (6 lect studio hrs/week)

  
  • ART* 2210 - Painting I : Oil


    This introduction to painting with watercolor and oil provides students with a basic knowledge of the materials and skills useful for self- expression through painting. Color theory and mixing are stressed.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    6 lect studio hrs/week

  
  • ART* 2220 - Painting II: Watercolor


    This course focuses for a semester on developing skills for a single painting medium. Oil, acrylic and watercolor painting are the media in the series. Students’ ability to express themselves in a particular medium is developed through increased knowledge of the materials, techniques, and potential of the medium and practice in its use.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ART*1050-Drawing I or Instructor Consent.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (6 lect studio hrs/week)

  
  • ART* 2250 - Painting III


    Students explore another medium of the series listed under ART 2220- Painting II

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ART*1050- Drawing I, ART*2210- Painting I or Instructor Consent.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (6 lect studio hrs/week)

  
  • ART* 2320 - Sculpture II


    Students will apply the theories and concepts learned in ART 1310 to a variety of contemporary materials and ideas. Projects are designed to develop conceptual and critical thinking as well as establishing a basic skill of fabrication techniques.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ART*1310-Sculpture I or Instructor Consent.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (3 lect, 3 lab hrs/week)

  
  • ART* 2350 - Metals I: Metalsmithing I


    This course is an introduction to fundamental metalsmithing with emphasis on hands-on learning. The student will develop basic skills of forming and finishing silver jewelry, develop sensitivity to the metal and its possibilities as an expressive medium and explore and apply the principles of three dimensional form. Some work with other metals is also included.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (6 lect studio hrs/week)

  
  • ART* 2410 - Ceramics I


    This course concentrates on the various methods of pottery construction and the basics of glazing, decorating and firing work. Hand-building techniques such as pinching, coiling and slab rolling will be covered as well as working on the potters wheel. Creativity will be stimulated through open sculptural assignments. Utility and function will be explored through a variety of forms, including cups and bowls. Students will learn the necessary techniques and processes that will prepare them to move on the the next level.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (6 lect studio hrs/week)

    Comments
    Additional Fee.

  
  • ART* 2420 - Ceramics II


    Development of the basic skills learned in ART 2410 continues, with an emphasis on the potter’s wheel and a further understanding of glaze chemistry and firing techniques.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ART*2410-Ceramics I, or Instructor Consent.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (6 lect studio hrs/week)

    Comments
    Additional Fee.

  
  • ART* 2430 - Ceramics III


    This is a class for experienced potters, who continue to work on the potter’s wheel, as well as study individual problems with clay, glaze production and firing. Work in raku is included. This course is offered when demand warrants or at the discretion of the division.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ART*2410-Ceramics I, ART*2420- Ceramics II or Instructor Consent.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (6 lect studio hrs/week)

    Comments
    Additional Fee.

  
  • ART* 2440 - Ceramics IV


    This class offers students further opportunities to explore the skills and concept in ART 2430- Ceramics III.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ART*2430-Ceramics III.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (6 lect studio hrs/week)

    Comments
    Additional Fee.

  
  • ART* 2500 - Art Portfolio


    This course covers the presentation of art works, development of portfolios and resumes, making connections, educational opportunities, exhibiting, art venues, writing about art, and the business aspects of art for the emerging artist.

    Credits: (2.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (2 lect hrs/week)

  
  • ASL* 1500 - American Sign Language I


    This course is designed to give students a broad background in American Sign Language basics. Readiness activities will be conducted focusing on visual/receptive skills and basic communication. The direct experience method, using ASL, is used to enhance the learning process.

    Credits: (5.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (5 lect hrs/ week)

  
  • ASL* 1510 - Conversational American Sign Language


    This course is designed to teach basic functional ASL which can be used in everyday interactions. The grammar and vocabulary of ASL, as well various aspects of Deaf culture, will be learned within the context of communicative activities, role plays, games and class activities. Because this course is designed to teach functional skills for communicating with deaf people, the use of the voice will be restricted.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (3 lect hrs/week)

  
  • ASL* 1550 - Fingerspelling


    This course is designed to allow the student to develop expressive and receptive fingerspelling skill through various classroom drills and activities.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ASL*1600-American Sign Language II or Instructor Consent.

    Credits: (2.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (2 lect hrs/week)

  
  • ASL* 1600 - American Sign Language II


    A continuation of ASL I, ASL II is designed for educational interpreting majors and/or foreign language credit. The course provides students an opportunity to develop a stronger grasp if ASL, with increased vocabulary and emphasis on expressive signing skills. The direct experience method, using ASL with no voice, is used to speed language acquisition and to enhance the learning process.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ASL*1500-American Sign Language I.

    Credits: (4.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (4 lect hrs/week)

  
  • ASL* 1700 - American Sign Language III


    This course is designed to increase proficiency in understanding and using American Sign Language (ASL), with specific focus on grammatical aspects.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ASL 1600-American Sign Language II, ASL*1550-Fingerspelling, EIP*1500-Deaf Culture, and EIP*2510-Comparative Studies.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (3 lect hrs/week)

  
  • ASTR* 1050 - Survey of Astronomy


    A one-semester course in descriptive astronomy, composed of three(3) lecture periods and a two- hour laboratory in observational and laboratory astronomy.

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect, 2 lab hrs/week

  
  • ASTR* 1150 - Astronomy I: Solar System and Planetology


    This course provides an overview of the characteristics and origins of the solar system objects: the sun, the planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and meteoroids.  Studies also include basic celestial motions, the history of solar system exploration, telescopes, and the nature of light and gravity.

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect, 2 lab hrs/wk

  
  • ASTR* 1250 - Astronomy II


    This course provides an overview of the structure and evolution of stars, galaxies, and the universe as a whole including cosmology.  Studies also include basic celestial motions, a history of astronomy, telescopes, and the nature of light and gravity, and the theories of special and general relativity.

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect/2 lab hrs/wk

  
  • ATSC* 2000 - Introduction to Meteorology


    This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts of meteorology.  Studies include solar radiation, atmospheric structure, global circulation patterns, local winds, stability of air masses, precipitation processes, weather systems and forecasting, severe weather, atmospheric chemistry, atmospheric optics, and global climate change.

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect 1 lab hrs/week

  
  • AUTO* 1540 - Introduction to Engine Mechanics


    This course covers the theory and operation of automotive gasoline engines. Instruction includes classroom activities and applied/hands-on time for proper disassembly/assembly procedures along with correct usage of tools and equipment.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (2 lect, 4 lab hrs/week)

    Comments
    Additional Fee.

  
  • AUTO* 1580 - Basic Auto Maintenance


    This course is designed for non-degree students. The class offers students instruction in the basics of automotive maintenance, automotive systems operation, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and repair, along with the terminology, proper use of tools and procedures required to perform these tasks.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (2 lect, 4 lab hrs/week)

    Comments
    Additional Fee.

  
  • AW* 0000 - Advanced Writing Requirement


    The following courses fulfill the Advanced Writing requirement:

    • CO/M 2100  Reporting and News Writing, 3 credits
    • ENGL 2010  Technical Writing, 3 credits
    • ENGL 2030  Critical Reading & Writing, 3 credits
    • BADM 2015  Business Communication & Writing, 3 credits
    • ENGL 1020  English II, 3 credits

     Minimum number of credits to meet requirements = 3

  
  • BADM* 1000 - Introduction to Business


    This survey of American business focuses on organization, management, finance, marketing, personnel relations and business regulations, and the inter-relations between business, government and society.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lecture hrs/week

  
  • BADM* 1005 - Business Mathematics


    Students review and develop skills in handling the mathematics of business transactions, including percentages, discounts, interests, profit and loss, payrolls, taxes, and installment buying.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete DVST*0900-College Prep Math with a C or better OR Pre-Algebra placement score 45-100 and Algebra score 00-39.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

  
  • BADM* 2000 - Project Management


    This course will focus on administrative project management. Students will learn project management theory, effective tools for project managers, and project management software. Students will implement the concepts, tool, and skills developed in this course while they successfully complete and administrative project.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete CMAP*1680 - Microcomputer Applications.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

  
  • BADM* 2010 - Business Law I


    The nature, origin, kinds of law and basic principles of the laws concerned with contacts, agency, employment and negotiable instruments are covered.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

  
  • BADM* 2015 - Business Communication & Writing


    This course is a study of the principles of effective business communication. Creative, logical, and critical thinking are applied to the planning and preparation of business letters and reports. Emphasis is placed on solving problems through the use of correct and appropriate communication. This Level II writing course (an alternative to ENGL 1020) is designed to prepare students for the real world challenges of communicating successfully in the workplace.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete ENGL*1010-English I with a C or better.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

  
  • BADM* 2020 - Business Law II


    This course introduces the study of the legal and regulatory environment of business. Course content includes agency, business organizations, government regulation and property law.

    Prerequisites/Corequisites
    Prerequisites: Complete BADM*2010-Business Law I.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

  
  • BADM* 2030 - Business Ethics


    Business ethics comprise the moral standards and principles that guide behavior in businesses and organizations. Business ethics are very important and very often misunderstood. This course will present students with opportunities to investigate, analyze and discuss their own values, organizational culture and ethics, moral decision-making, and professional ethical codes.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lect hrs/week

  
  • BADM* 2100 - Introduction to Entrepreneurship


    This course is designed for the entrepreneurial person who is interested in starting a business. Emphasis will be on the development of a business plan, including financing, accounting, management and marketing requirements.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    3 lecture hours/week

  
  • BADM* 2470 - Career Internship


    The course is intended to provide practical work experience for students seeking careers in all business fields. Students will work as non-paid employees in a local business with supervision by a representative of the business.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    4 internship hrs/cred hr

  
  • BANK* 1500 - Principles of Banking


    This course introduces students who are new to banking to both basic principles and current issues. It takes a practical approach and present an overview of commercial banking from colonial times to the present day, leading students from the fundamentals of negotiable instruments to contemporary issues and developments.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (3 lect hrs/week)

  
  • BANK* 1700 - Money and Banking


    This course covers the topic of money and its basic functions, banking and the economic role banks play, banking regulations, current trends and issues in banking, the role of the Federal government and the application and effects of U.S. and international monetary policies. It will help students understand terminology associated with banking, recognize changes affecting the banking industry, and to understand the role banks play in national economy.

    Credits: (3.00 cr.)

    Lecture/Lab Hours
    (3 lect hrs/week)

 

Page: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9