NWCCD 2012-13 Catalog 
    
    May 18, 2024  
NWCCD 2012-13 Catalog [This is an Archived Catalog.]

Courses


 
  
  • 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:
    ASL 1600 - American Sign Language II or instructor consent

    Credits: 2

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 2 lect hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • 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:
    ASL 1500 - American Sign Language I

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 4 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • 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:
    ASL 1600 - American Sign Language II, ASL 1550 - Fingerspelling, EIP 1500 - Deaf Culture, and EIP 2510 - Comparative Studies

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • ASTR 0000 - Any course from the ASTR department


    Choose any course from the ASTR department.

  
  • 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 lecture, 2 lab hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: Earth Science
  
  • 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 lecture, 2 lab hrs/wk

    General Education Requirement: Physical Science
  
  • 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 lecture, 2 lab hrs/wk

    General Education Requirement: Earth Science
  
  • 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 lecture, 1 lab hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: Physical Science
  
  • 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

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 2 lecture, 4 lab hrs/week

    Comments: Additional Fee

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • 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

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 2 lecture, 4 lab hrs/week

    Comments: Additional Fee

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • 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

    Comments: Course must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to apply towards graduation.

  
  • BADM 0000 - Any course from the BADM department


    Choose any course from the BADM department.

  
  • 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

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • 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:
    MATH 0900 - College Prep Math with a grade of “C” or better OR Pre-Algebra placement score 45-100 and Algebra score 00-39

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    Comments: This course meets the Basic Math requirement only for the Administrative Assistant and Hopsitality programs.

    General Education Requirement: Basic Math
  
  • BADM 2000 - Project Management


    This course introduces students to the process involved in planning a project and the tools needed to manage a project. Students explore practical project management techniques consistent with the Project Management Body of Knowledge Guide (PMBOK Guide), including key factors that contribute to the success of a project. Upon completion of this class, students will plan, design and assess a business project.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • 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 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • 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:
    ENGL 1010 - English I with a grade of “C” or better

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: Advanced Writing
  
  • 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:
    BADM 2010 - Business Law I

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • 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 lecture 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 hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • 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

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • 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

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • 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

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BANK 2500 - Law and Banking


    This course is a banker’s guide to law and legal issues with special emphasis on the Uniform Commercial Code, bankruptcy, torts and crimes will be covered.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BANK 2510 - Law & Banking: Applications


    This course is an introduction to laws pertaining to secured transactions, letter of credit, and the bank collection process.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BANK 2520 - Supervision


    This class is for the supervisor seeking to improve his or her supervisory skills. Students will learn and practice the skills required for success in managing the work of others and effectively handling employee behavior. The differences in being a “boss” and a “subordinate” will be addresses along with common challenges supervisors face.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BANK 2560 - Marketing for Bankers


    Marketing for bankers looks at what motivates customers to purchase financial services and teaches bankers how to develop a successful marketing plan.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BANK 2600 - Consumer Lending


    This up-to-date, insider’s view of consumer lending offers essential information about the maze of regulations that govern credit practices and reviews loan processing, cross-selling, and collections.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BANK 2610 - Introduction to Commercial Lending


    This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively service the needs of the financial institution’s corporate clients and contribute to its profitability. The course focuses on the commercial lending process from the initial loan request through collection.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BANK 2700 - Economics for Bankers


    This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of economics. Special emphasis is placed on macroeconomics and topics of importance to you as a banker. The course covers the basics of economic theory and includes examples of the application of economics to banking.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BANK 2930 - Analyzing Financial Statements


    This course provides students with a practical understanding of financial statement analysis of a business borrower in order to assess repayment capacity.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BIOL 0000 - Any course from the BIOL department


    Choose any course from the BIOL department.

  
  • BIOL 1010 - General Biology I


    General Biology is a beginning biology course emphasizing the concepts of the chemical basis of life and its molecular and cellular organization. Nuclear division, heredity, evolution, behavior and ecology are integrated into these concepts.

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture, 3 lab hrs/wk

    Comments: Some instructors may also choose to schedule an hour per week for discussion.

    General Education Requirement: Life Science
  
  • BIOL 1020 - Life Science


    Life Science is an introductory course emphasizing fundamental principles of biology including cell structure and function, genetics, ecology, evolution and organismal biology. The application of these principles to societal issues such as the conservation of biodiversity, overpopulation and global environmental changes, biotechnology and human wellness and disease are also considered. Duplicate credit will not be given for BIOL1010.

    Co-requisites:
    EDCI 1430 - Life Science Seminar IF an Elementary Education student

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture, 2 lab hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: Life Science
  
  • BIOL 1050 - Medical Terminology for Health Care


    This is a variable credit course, which is offered as a one-credit introductory course, a two-credit course, which expands upon the introductory course, or a comprehensive three-credit course. Emphasis is placed upon the ability to identify and synthesize the four word parts (roots, suffixes, etc) as well as analyze, pronounce and spell complex medical terms. The expanded two and three credit course utilizes a specialties approach to enhance the student’s understanding of medical terminology. Additionally, critical thinking skills regarding medical terminology are challenged in a variety of contexts, including the use of various forms of medical reports. Students should consult their advisor to select the appropriate option.

    Credits: 1 to 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 1 to 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BIOL 1085 - Field-Based Environmental Science


    This course is designed to engage students in the scientific inquiry of environmental problems while gaining experience in field techniques. The course is offered as an entry-level environmental science class for elective credit. Students learn how to design and implement field studies, generate and analyze data, and gain an appreciation of how environmental variables are interrelated on local and global levels. 

    Prerequisites:
    Successful completion of high school physical science and biology classes

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 4.5 lecture/lab hours/week

  
  • BIOL 1100 - Introduction to Biotechnology


    This course introduces the techniques of basic and applied molecular biology as used to enhance biomedical science, agriculture, and the environment.  Applications of the growing field of biotechnology in forensics, paleontology, human gene therapeutics, agriculture, and reclamation are explored.

    Prerequisites:
    BIOL 1010 - General Biology I

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 2 lecture, 3 lab hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BIOL 1101 - Standard Laboratory Operating Procedures in Biotechnology


    This course will introduce the student to the diverse and dynamic field of biotechnology by exploring career opportunities and developing skills in SLOP (Standard Laboratory Operating Procedures). Biotechnology applications, job responsibilities, and bioethical issues will be discussed. Students also will learn how to safely apply common biotechnology laboratory techniques.

    Prerequisites:
     

    DVST 0920 - Introductory Algebra with a grade of “C” or a math placement at a higher level.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 4.5 lecture/lab hours/week

    General Education Requirement: None

  
  • BIOL 1400 - Project Wet Workshop


    Project Wet is a national water education curriculum for teachers. The Project Wet curriculum framework consists of three major areas conceptual, affective, and skills development. The framework is based on current educational research water-related curricula, and national education reform efforts. The Project Wet curriculum crosses many subject areas and focuses on learning about water and the importance of water in our history, in our society today, and in our future. It is designed to be used by K-12 teachers.

    Credits: 1

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 1 lecture/lab hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BIOL 2020 - General Biology II


    A study of the diversity of life, life cycles, development and evolution of living organisms and their systems is included in this continued introduction to college biology.

    Prerequisites:
    BIOL 1010 - General Biology I

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture, 3 lab hrs/wk

    Comments: Lab required. Some instructors may also choose to schedule an hour per week for discussion.

    General Education Requirement: Life Science
  
  • BIOL 2022 - Animal Biology


    This course is an integrative course that addresses the evolution, anatomy, physiology, and ecology of animals.

    Prerequisites:
    BIOL 1010 - General Biology I

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture, 1.5 lab hrs/week

    Comments: $30 lab fee

    General Education Requirement: Life Science
  
  • BIOL 2023 - Plant & Fungal Biology


    This course provides an introduction to the diversity of organisms that may be categorized as plants or fungi with explorations of structure and function, genetics and evolution, ecology and conservation, and cultural and technological uses.  This course is intended for students who want to gain scientific knowledge about plants and fungi and who may be pursuing careers in biology or agriculture.

    Prerequisites:
    BIOL 1010 - General Biology I with a grade of “C” or better

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture, 3 lab hrs/wk

    General Education Requirement: Life Science
  
  • BIOL 2050 - Biology of Aging & Human Development


    This course provides an overview of cellular, physiological, anatomical, and nutritional aspects of aging, which includes current theories of aging Changes seen with aging for each body system are covered and the distinction of normal versus abnormal aging is made. The interrelationships between biological aging and the psychological, social, and economic factors of aging are discussed.

    Prerequisites:
    BIOL 1010 - General Biology I or ZOO 1200 - Human Biology

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BIOL 2080 - Biological Psychology


    This course introduces biological bases of behavior.  It includes ethology and comparative behavior, psychobiological development, physiological and sensory mechanisms of behavior, and evolution and behavioral genetics.  It presents basic structural and functional properties of the nervous system.

    Prerequisites:
    BIOL 1010 - General Biology I and PSYC 1000 - General Psychology

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    Cross-listed: PSYC 2080 - Biological Psychology

  
  • BIOL 2200 - Genetics


    The principles of modern genetics are presented with emphasis on the Mendelian basis of inheritance and molecular genetics. Gene structure, regulation and organization are explored along with developmental, population, evolutionary and applied genetics. This course is designed for students in agriculture, behavioral and biological science.

    Prerequisites:
    BIOL 1010 - General Biology I or instructor consent

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BIOL 2220 - Recombinant DNA and Protein Production


    This course will introduce genetic engineering techniques used in the production of recombinant proteins and novel microbial traits. Students will learn techniques in genetic microbial transformation, DNA manipulation, recombinant protein production, and protein purification. Students will also be introduced to database systems used to organize, track, and share genomic and proteomic information. Issues of quality control, regulation, marketing, and ethical concerns will be explored.

    Prerequisites:
    BIOL 1010 - General Biology I and BIOL 1101 - Standard Laboratory Operating Procedures in Biotechnology

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture, 3 lab hrs/week

  
  • BIOL 2221 - Biotechnology Techniques and Diagnostics in Health & Forensic Sciences


    This course will introduce the student to the diverse and dynamic field of biotechnology by exploring career opportunities and developing skills in SLOP (Standard Laboratory Operating Procedures). Biotechnology applications, job responsibilities, and bioethical issues will be discussed. Students also will learn how to safely apply common biotechnology laboratory techniques.

    Prerequisites:
    BIOL 2220 - Recombinant DNA and Protein Production

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture, 3 lab hrs/week

  
  • BIOL 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.

    Prerequisites:
    BIOL 2220 - Recombinant DNA and Protein Production

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture, 3 lab hrs/week

    Cross-listed: AGRI 2222 - Biotechnology Applications in Agriculture

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BIOL 2223 - Applications in Plant Biotechnology


    This course will examine the past, current, and future plant biotechnological advances and their uses in agriculture, medicine, bioremediation, and energy production. Applications of plant breeding, asexual plant propagation, tissue culture, plant DNA and protein studies, and plant genetic engineering will be explored. Students will learn how to manipulate, propagate, and clone plants and how to produce recombinant products from plants.

    Prerequisites:
    BIOL 2220 - Recombinant DNA and Protein Production

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture, 3 lab hrs/week

  
  • BIOL 2320 - Tropical Biology


    This variable credit course integrates classroom and on-site instruction to introduce students to the fundamental principles of tropical biology, the natural history of important tropical plants and animals, and their conservation. Students will be introduced to a variety of habitats including several dramatically different types of forest. Field orientation at each site visited includes identification and natural history of the area, area management and history, and cultural considerations necessary for conservation and research in the tropics.

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor consent

    Credits: 1 to 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 1 lecture hr/cred hr

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BIOL 2400 - Ecology


    This introductory course includes general ecological terms and concepts and covers energy flow and cycling in the ecosystem, a comparison of ecosystems, populations, relationships among populations, community structure and succession.

    Prerequisites:
    BIOL 1010 - General Biology I

    Co-requisites:
    BIOL 2410 - Field Ecology Lab

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/wk

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BIOL 2410 - Field Ecology Lab


    This introductory course is designed to develop skills of designing a field project, sampling, analyzing data and writing the results in scientific format. Fundamentals of recording field observations are included.

    Co-requisites:
    BIOL 2400 - Field Ecology

    Credits: 2

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 1.5 lecture, 3 lab hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BIOL 2465 - Research Problems


    This course provides the opportunity for students to develop research skills, identify scientific questions and design a research project in biology.

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor consent

    Credits: 2

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 2 lab hrs/wk

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BIOL 2470 - Practicum in : Natural Resources Mgmt


    This course provides biology, forestry and fish and wildlife majors with practical experience in the management of natural resources. Students are individually placed within the work setting of government agencies and private businesses according to the students’ interests and the availability of projects. Entry into this course is limited to life science majors and requires permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 practicum hrs/cred hr

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BIOL 2470 - Practicum in : Veterinary Technology


    This course provides pre-veterinary majors and those interested in veterinary technology with practical experience. Students are individually placed with local veterinarians according to the students’ interest and skill level.

    Prerequisites:
    BIOL 2020 - General Biology II

    Credits: 1 to 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 practicum hrs/cred hr

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BM 0000 - Basic Math Requirement


    Students who have Math Placement scores or ACT scores that place them above the Basic Math level may be allowed to waive the Basic Math course.  Students are still required to complete the minimum number of credits required for degree completion.

    The following courses fulfill the Basic Math requirement:

    • MATH 1000  Problem Solving, 3 credits
    • MATH 1400  Pre-Calculus Algebra, 4 credits
    • MATH 1405  Pre-Calculus Trigonometry, 3 credits
    • MATH 1450  Pre-Calculus Algebra & Trigonometry, 5 credits

    Minimum number of credits to meet requirement = 3

    Comments: Course must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to apply towards graduation.

  
  • BMIS 0000 - Any course from the BMIS department


    Choose any course from the BMIS department.

  
  • BMIS 2100 - E-Commerce Concepts


    This course introduces both theory and practice of doing business over the Internet. This course covers business strategies and the economic foundations that make up the infrastructure of e-commerce dealing with hardware, networks and software. The course also covers the specific technologies and support services needed for typical business applications such as secured payment systems, communications standards and legal issues in the areas of business-to-consumers business-to-business, and intrabusiness. This course describes what E-Commerce is, how it is being conducted and managed, its major opportunities, limitations, issues, and risks.

    Prerequisites:
    CMAP 1880 - Intro to the Internet OR demonstrate a working knowledge of how to use the Internet

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BOT 0000 - Any course from the BOT department


    Choose any course from the BOT department.

  
  • BOT 1150 - Vegetation/Flowers Spring


    This course covers the various types of vegetation associated with different geological formations. Within each vegetation type, the different types of flowering plants will be emphasized. The course will emphasize how this information can be used by elementary teachers in their classrooms or by the general public for their enjoyment. This course includes spring to early summer flowers from the foothills to the alpine regions of the Big Horn Mountains.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BOT 1160 - Vegetation/Flowers Summer


    This course covers the various types of vegetation associated with different geological formations. Within each vegetation type, the different types of flowering plants will be emphasized. The course will emphasize how this information can be used by elementary teachers in their classrooms or by the general public for their enjoyment. This course includes summer flowers in this region.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BOT 1165 - Wildflowers of Wyoming


    This course provides students with an introduction to wilderness hiking and plant identification.  Students explore topics in clothing selection, proper use of outdoor equipment, health and safety, outdoor ethics, plant identification, and habitat classification, as well as the enjoyment of hiking and the outdoors.

    Credits: 1

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 1 lab hr/week

    Comments: This course is cross-listed with OEAC 1165.

  
  • BOTK 1505 - Electronic Calculator


    This class covers the operation, skills and applications of printing electronic display calculators.

    Credits: 1

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 1 lecture, 3 arranged lab hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BOTK 1540 - Basic Business English


    This course is designed to enable the student to write various types of business communications utilizing basic principles of composition, grammar spelling and punctuation. Students will enhance their writing styles by adapting a basic letter style to meet the needs of the reader and the particular situation. Students will learn and use effective editing techniques and use technology to facilitate writing.

    Prerequisites:
    DVST 0640 - Writing Skills with a grade of “C” or better OR ENGL 0520 - Basic Reading II and ENGL 0610 - Basic Writing II with a grade of “C” or better OR English placement reading score 75-99 and writing score 75-99

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BOTK 1545 - Business Correspondence


    This course covers the basic principles of writing for memos and business communication. Included are a review and applications of punctuation, hyphenation and word division, capitalization, numeration, abbreviations, contractions, misused and confused words and grammar.

    Credits: 1

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 1 lecture hr/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BOTK 1645 - Keyboarding Applications II


    This advanced keyboarding course is designed to give students adequate preparation in document formatting for work in office employment. Students will apply previously gained knowledge to office problems on a production basis. Speed and accuracy on production work are emphasized. WordPerfect software and transcription machines are utilized.

    Prerequisites:
    CMAP 1501 - Keyboarding/Word Processing OR 40 wpm keyboarding speed OR instructor consent

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BOTK 1900 - Machine Transcription


    This course is designed to enable the student to not only operate transcription equipment and to type test, tables, memos, etc., from dictation, but also to develop decision-making and group interaction skills required in a business office.

    Prerequisites:
    CMAP 1501 - Keyboarding/Word Processing OR 45 wpm keyboarding speed

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BOTK 1955 - Professional Development


    This course will enable the student to gain insights into the workplace environment, develop successful communication skills, and develop presentation skills. Students will develop strategies for motivation, time management, and work organization. Students will explore ethical work practices, recognize the importance of customer service, create a professional business image, and develop strategies for career success.

    Prerequisites:
    CMAP 1680 Microcomputer Applications or instructor consent

    Credits: 2

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 2 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BOTK 1965 - Job Search


    This course prepares the student to launch an organized job search to maximize employment opportunities for a first-time job seeker or for someone with work experience.  Students will navigate the job search process to learn about the workplace and employer expectations, networking and Web resources, the job application process, the interview, and the follow-up process.

    Prerequisites:
    Keyboarding skills of 20 wpm or better

    Credits: 1

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 1 lecture hour/week

  
  • BOTK 2700 - Shorthand: Notetaking


    This course covers notetaking theory and is designed to be beneficial to anyone needing to develop effective skills summarizing, recording and organizing notes effectively for use in a variety of situations.  These situations could include taking notes at meetings and lectures, making notes from reading sources and creating outlines for essay exams.

    Credits: 2

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 2 lecture hrs/week

  
  • BOTK 2750 - Records Management


    Rules for indexing and filing under alphabetic, numeric, geographic and subject systems, and the use of the various systems are discussed. The necessity of efficient and effective record maintenance for a business is emphasized.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BOTK 2900 - Office Systems & Procedures


    This course is designed to prepare students to perform the operational functions of an administrative assistant, a secretary, a clerk, or any similar position under various names. In addition, the course is to aid students in learning the procedures necessary to function efficiently in today’s offices with their vast array of new equipment, technology, and organizational patterns. Throughout, emphasis is placed on the development of decision making competencies so that office personnel can operate with minimum supervision and exercise good human relations skills.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BOTK 2970 - Occupational Internship


    This course is intended to provide practical work experience for students in the Administrative Assistant Certificate program and A.A.S. program. Applicable business topics will be covered in a classroom setting. Topics include corporate structure, time organization and management, preemployment testing, resumes, portfolios, performance appraisals and business ethics. Students will work at a local business for 12-15 hours per week.

    Prerequisites:
    CMAP 1680 - Microcomputer Applications, CO/M 1030 - Interpersonal Communications and 30 wpm keyboarding speed

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 1 lecture, 12-15 lab hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • BUSN 0000 - Any course from the BUSN department


    Choose any course from the BUSN department.

  
  • BUSN 2000 - International Business


    This is a basic course introducing international management, marketing, analysis of international business opportunities and market entry strategies financial operations, the economy and the impact of cultural environments upon decisions.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: Global Diversity
  
  • BUSN 2010 - International Business Practice Firm


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

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: Global Diversity
  
  • BW 0000 - Basic Writing Requirement


    The following courses fulfill the Basic Writing requirement:

     

    • ENGL 1010 - English I

     Minimum number of credits to meet requirements = 3

  
  • CHEM 0000 - Any course from the CHEM department


    Choose any course from the CHEM department.

  
  • CHEM 1000 - Introduction to Chemistry


    This one-semester course is intended primarily for those who have not had high school chemistry or who feel they need a review.  Chemical concepts introduced include atomic theory, chemical bonding, gas laws, stoichiometry, types of chemical reactions, chemical equilibrium, as well as a brief introduction to nuclear chemistry and organic chemistry

    Prerequisites:
    MATH 0930 Intermediate Algebra or MATH 1000 Problem Solving with a grade of “C” or better or placement into a higher level mathematics course.

    Credits: 5

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 4 lecture, 3 lab hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: Physical Science
  
  • CHEM 1025 - Chemistry I


    The fundamental theories covered are atomic and chemical structure, gaseous matter, bonding and structure, chemical periodicity, solutions, thermochemistry and solid and liquid state properties.

    Prerequisites:
    CHEM 1000 - Introduction to Chemistry OR one year high school chemistry AND MATH 1400 - Pre-Calculus Algebra OR equivalent math with a grade of “C” or better OR College Algebra placement score 65-100 AND Trig score 00-60.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: Physical Science
  
  • CHEM 1028 - Chemistry I Lab


    The laboratory experiments introduce basic laboratory techniques along with some quantitative and instrumental techniques. The experiments are designed to supplement and illuminate the principles discussed in CHEM 1025-Chemistry I.

    Co-requisites:
    CHEM1025 - Chemistry I

    Credits: 1

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lab hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: Physical Science
  
  • CHEM 1035 - Chemistry II


    A continuation of material from CHEM*1025-Chemistry I covering chemical kinetics, heterogeneous and aqueous equilibria, chemical thermodynamics, acids and bases, electrochemistry, coordination and nuclear chemistry and some descriptive inorganic and organic chemistry.

    Prerequisites:
    CHEM 1025 - Chemistry I with a grade of “C” or better.

    Co-requisites:
    CHEM 1038 - Chemistry II Lab

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: Physical Science
  
  • CHEM 1038 - Chemistry II Lab


    The laboratory experiments are used to demonstrate some of the principles and concepts discussed in the lecture component (CHEM*1035) of Chemistry II. Introductory qualitative analysis laboratory techniques are developed in the qualitative analysis experiments.

    Co-requisites:
    CHEM 1035 - Chemistry II

    Credits: 1

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lab hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: Physical Science
  
  • CHEM 2300 - Introduction to Organic Chemistry


    This course is primarily for non-physical science majors who need an understanding of the basic structures, reactions, properties and synthesis of organic materials, which are associated with everyday life.

    Prerequisites:
    CHEM 1000 - Introduction to Chemistry OR equivalent with a grade of  “C” or better

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture, 3 lab hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • CHEM 2420 - Organic Chemistry I


    The first semester of a two-semester sequence in organic chemistry. This course emphasizes the chemistry of carbon compounds with particular focus on organic functional groups, reaction mechanisms, and spectroscopy. Students desiring a one-semester terminal course should take CHEM 2300.

    Prerequisites:
    CHEM 1025 - Chemistry I and CHEM 1028 - Chemistry I Lab

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture, 3 lab hrs/week

    Comments: Comments: Prior to spring 2004, CHEM 2420 was listed as CHEM 2320.

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • CHEM 2440 - Organic Chemistry II


    The second semester of a two-semester sequence in organic chemistry. This course continues the study of the chemistry of carbon compounds with particular focus on organic functional groups, reaction mechanisms, and spectroscopy. Students desiring a one-semester terminal course should take CHEM 2300 - Intro to Organic Chemistry.

    Prerequisites:
    CHEM 2420 - Organic Chemistry I

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture, 3 lab hrs/week

    Comments: Comments: Prior to spring 2004, CHEM 2440 was listed as CHEM 2340.

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • CHEM 2465 - Research Problems in Chemistry


     This course provides the opportunity for students to develop research skills, identify scientific questions and design a research project in chemistry. Course may be repeated for additional credit with instructor consent.

    Prerequisites:
    Instructor consent required

    Credits: 2

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 4 lab hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • CHIN 1010 - 1st Yr Chinese I


    This course emphasizes listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.  The students communicate in Chinese for everyday purposes.  The students are introduced to the social and cultural background of China.  The course provides an introduction to Pinyin, which is the most-widely used Chinese phonetic system.  This courses lays a solid foundation for further study of the language.

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 4 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: Foreign Language
  
  • CHIN 1020 - 1st Yr Chinese II


    This course emphasizes the usage of Chinese in a cultural context.  This course continues to develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.  The students communicate in the Chinese language for everyday purposes.  The students examine various aspects of Chinese culture.

    Prerequisites:
    Sucessful completion of CHIN 1010 - 1st Yr Chinese I, two years of high school Chinese or instructor consent

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 4 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: Foreign Language
  
  • CMAP 0000 - Any course from the CMAP department


    Choose any course from the CMAP department.

  
  • CMAP 1500 - Computer Keyboarding


    This course is designed to teach the student the touch method of typing to learn the alphabetic and numeric keypad on a computer keyboard.

    Credits: 1

    Lecture/Lab Hours: Flexible Learning

    Comments: Prior to Fall 2005, CMAP 1500 was listed as BOTK 1636 Touch Keyboarding.

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • CMAP 1501 - Keyboarding Speed and Accuracy


    This course provides students the opportunity to develop speed and accuracy in keyboarding skills that are essential for rapid and efficient means of communicating in both academic and work settings.

     

    Prerequisites:
    Keyboarding skills of 20 words per minute

    Credits: 1

    Lecture/Lab Hours: Flexible Learning

    Comments: Prior to Fall 2011, CMAP 1501 was listed as CMAP 1501 Keyboarding/Word Processing

  
  • CMAP 1505 - Introduction to Computers


    This is a short course intended to introduce students to elementary computer technology. The course will cover computer terminology, hardware, software, disk management, operating systems, telecommunications, databases and basic word processing.

    Credits: 1.5

    Lecture/Lab Hours: Flexible Learning

    Comments: Prior to spring 2005, CMAP 1505 was listed as CMAP 1540 Computer and Tech Essentials.

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • CMAP 1515 - Document Formatting


    This course provides students the opportunity to develop document formatting skills required in both academic and work settings.

    Prerequisites:
    Keyboarding skills of 30 words per minute

    Credits: 2

    Lecture/Lab Hours: Flexible Learning

    Comments: Prior to Fall 2011, CMAP 1515 was listed as CMAP 1501 – Keyboarding/Word Processing

  
  • CMAP 1610 - Windows I


    Windows is intended to expand the student’s knowledge of Windows software. Beginning to advanced features will be explored in this course. Managing a hard drive system, Dynamic data exchange, object linking and embedding, along with optimizing the Windows configuration are included in this course. In addition, running and installing Windows programs and system performance will be explored.

    Prerequisites:
    CMAP 1505 - Intro to Computers or instructor consent

    Credits: 2

    Lecture/Lab Hours: Flexible Learning

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • CMAP 1615 - Operating Systems


    This short course introduces students to the basic functions and operations of modern microcomputer operating systems and the syntax routinely used by the command languages of those operating systems. Fundamentals of disk management, files, directories or folders, batch files, paths, combining files, comparing files, and backing up files, and system tools for disk management will be addressed, along with using Command Line Prompt for installing, configuring, upgrading, troubleshooting, and repairing microcomputer systems.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • CMAP 1670 - Local Area Networks


    This course teaches introductory to advanced knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage a Local Area Network environment. It is designed to acquaint students with concepts and principles of computer network administration. Concepts include Netware basics, fundamental services, setting users, directory structures, and network security. It also includes server startup and configuration, server protocol support, server memory, print services management, and other related topics.

    Prerequisites:
    CMAP 1615 - Operating Systems

    Credits: 4

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 4 lecture hrs/week

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • CMAP 1680 - Microcomputer Applications


    This course covers hands-on application using a suite of software to meet the objectives in industry certification.  The major suite applications (word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation graphics) will be presented with a brief introduction to other software package features.  Students will gain sufficient knowledge and confidence to work with other microcomputer systems or software packages, and will be prepared for more advanced computer courses.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

    Comments: Recommended 20 WPM or better keyboarding skills

    General Education Requirement: None
  
  • CMAP 1682 - Using Computers in Project Management


    This course engages students with a hands-on approach to project management software. Students will develop skills to create and administer projects.

    Prerequisites:
    CMAP 1680 with C or better

    Credits: 2

    Lecture/Lab Hours: 2 lecture hrs/week

  
  • CMAP 1700 - Word I


    This course introduces students to the basic features of a word processing program and familiarizes students with the word processing environment as students plan, create, modify, format and save professional looking documents. It is designed to allow for flexibility in skill acquisition based on individual needs.

    Prerequisites:
    Keyboarding speed of 20 WPM, test given first day of class.

    Credits: 1

    Lecture/Lab Hours: Average one lecture hour per week.

    General Education Requirement: None
 

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