2016-2017 Summer Publication 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2016-2017 Summer Publication [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Accounting

  
  • ACCT 2401 - Principles of Financial Accounting


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts of financial accounting as prescribed by U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) as applied to transactions and events that affect business organizations. Students will examine the procedures and systems to accumulate, analyze, measure, and record financial transactions. Students will use recorded financial information to prepare a balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows, and statement of shareholders’ equity results of operations and financial position to users of financial information who are external to the company. Students will study the nature of assets, liabilities, and owners’ equity while learning to use reported financial information for purposes of making decisions about the company. Students will be exposed to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) (5203015104) Prerequisite: College level readiness and Reading AND Writing. MATH 0306   

     

  
  • ACCT 2402 - Principles of Managerial Accounting


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts of managerial accounting appropriate for all organizations. Students will study information from the entity’s accounting system relevant to decisions made by internal managers, as distinguished from information relevant to users who are external to the company. The emphasis is on the identification and assignment of product costs, operational budgeting and planning, cost control, and management decision making. Topics include product costing methodologies cost behavior, operational, and capital budgeting, and performance evaluation. (5203015104) Prerequisite: ACCT 2401  
  
  • ACNT 1303 - Introduction to Accounting I


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) A study of analyzing, classifying, and recording business transactions in a manual and computerized environment. Emphasis on understanding the complete accounting cycle and preparing financial statements, bank reconciliations, and payroll. Includes accounting for notes, deferrals and accruals, receivables and payables, inventory and plant assets. This course is for non-majors only. Accounting majors and transfer students should enroll in ACCT 2401 . Prerequisite: None
  
  • ACNT 1311 - Introduction to Computerized Accounting


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Introduction to utilizing the computer in maintaining accounting records with primary emphasis on a general ledger package. Students will use an application software to perform accounting tasks; maintain records and prepare and analyze reports for a business entity; complete a comprehensive project; and explain the components of general ledger software.  Prerequisite: None
  
  • ACNT 1331 - Federal Income Tax: Individual


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) A study of the federal tax law for preparation of individual income tax returns. Emphasis is placed on the determination of income, statutory deductions and federal income tax liability for individuals and sole proprietorships.  Prerequisite: None.
  
  • ACNT 1340 - Accounting and Business Ethics


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Ethical standards and behaviors, codes of professional conduct, and the impact of unethical behavior on an individual, business, and society. We will discuss the fundamental ethical issues of business and society, the roles and responsibilities of accounting and auditing professionals, ethical behavior by management, and legal and professional guidelines that address the ethical concerns of society. This course meets the qualifying educational credit required for the CPA examination and is part of the Accounting Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC). This course is for students who possess a Bachelor’s degree. You must contact Karen Russom at: Karen.N.Russom@LoneStar.edu to register for this course. Prerequisite: Department approval.
  
  • ACNT 1347 - Federal Income Tax for Partnerships and Corporations


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) A study of federal tax laws for preparation of partnership and corporate returns. Emphasis is placed on the determination of taxable income for partnerships, S corporations and C corporations as well as on tax research and planning. Prerequisite: ACNT 1331 ,  ACCT 2401  

     

     

  
  • ACNT 1370 - Taxation Procedures for Individuals


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Federal income tax concepts relating to individuals and sole proprietorships. Topics include understanding the appreciation of basic tax concepts and their application of tax law in areas of compensation planning, investment planning, tax shelters and current developments relating to the individual taxpayer. This course is for students who possess a Bachelor’s degree and is part of the Certificate in Professional Accountancy. You must contact Karen Russom at: Karen.N.Russom@LoneStar.edu to register for this course. Prerequisite: Departmental approval required.
  
  • ACNT 1371 - Financial Accounting Reporting Standards I


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) A study of financial reporting and disclosure issues with the emphasis on the use of corporate financial statements and their accompanying footnotes. Covers the theoretical structure of financial accounting, required financial statements, and operating assets. This course is for students who possess a Bachelor’s degree and is part of the Advanced Technical Certificate in Professional Accountancy. You must contact Karen Russom at: Karen.N.Russom@lonestar.edu to register for this course. Prerequisite: Instructor consent required. Departmental approval required; ACCT 2401 
  
  • ACNT 1372 - Financial Accounting Reporting Standards II


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) This course is continuation of  ACNT 1371  and a study of financial reporting and disclosure issues with the emphasis on the use of corporate financial statements and their accompanying footnotes. The course also includes coverage of accounting for investments,equity, income taxes, accounting changes, statement of cash flows, earnings per share and full disclosure. Additional topics will include a review of long-term liabilities including the recording of bonds and notes payable, stockholders equity, issuance of common and preferred stock and the purchase of treasury stock. This course is for students who possess a Bachelor’s degree and is part of the Advanced Technical Certificate in Professional Accountancy. You must contact Karen Russom at: Karen.N.Russom@lonestar.edu to register for this course. Prerequisite: Instructor consent required. Departmental approval required; ACNT 1371 .
  
  • ACNT 1373 - Taxation Procedures for Partnerships, C Corporations, and S Corporations


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) This course covers concepts and Federal income tax rules related to the formation and operation of flow-through entities treated as partnerships; and the concepts and principles governing the taxation of corporations and their shareholders; the effect of taxes on corporate formation, capital structure, distributions and liquidations. This course is for students who possess a Bachelor’s degree and is part of the Certificate in Professional Accountancy. You must contact Karen Russom at: Karen.N.Russom@LoneStar.edu to register for this course. Prerequisite: Departmental approval required; ACCT 2401 ACNT 1370 
  
  • ACNT 1382 - Cooperative Education Accounting Technician


    3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 20 hrs. ext.) Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. Prerequisite: 15 credit approval of coordinator ENGL 0304  or ENGL 0339 and ENGL 0306  or ENGL 0355 OR higher level course (ENGL 1301 ), OR placement by testing. MATH 0306 

     

  
  • ACNT 1391 - Special Topics in Fraud Investigation


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) A study of the identification, detection, investigation, and prevention of financial fraud. Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course meets the qualifying educational credit required for the CPA examination and is part of the Accounting Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC). Prerequisite: ACCT 2402  
  
  • ACNT 1393 - Special Topics in Taxation


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. Includes understanding of topics in taxation that influence decision making in the areas of compliance, investing, tax planning, selection of entity formation, liability issues, and considerations for maximizing the amount of income families and individuals may retain. This course meets the qualifying educational credit required for the CPA examination and is part of the Accounting Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC). This course is for students who possess a Bachelor’s degree. You must contact Karen Russom at: Karen.N.Russom@LoneStar.edu to register for this course. Prerequisite: ACNT 1331  or ACNT 1370  and department approval.
  
  • ACNT 2303 - Intermediate Accounting I


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Analysis of generally accepted accounting principles, concepts, and theory underlying the preparation of financial statements. Prerequisite: ACCT 2401  
  
  • ACNT 2304 - Intermediate Accounting II


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Continued in-depth analysis of generally accepted accounting principles underlying the preparation of financial statements including comparative analysis and statement of cash flows. Prerequisite: ACNT 2303  
  
  • ACNT 2309 - Cost Accounting


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Budgeting, cost analysis and cost control systems using traditional and contemporary costing methods and theories in decision making. This course meets the qualifying educational credit required for the CPA examination and is part of the Accounting Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC).This course is for students who possess a Bachelor’s degree and is part of the Advanced Technical Certificate in Professional Accountancy. You must contact Karen Russom at: Karen.N.Russom@LoneStar.edu to register for this course. Prerequisite: ACCT 2402  
  
  • ACNT 2330 - Governmental and Not-For-Profit Accounting


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) A study of basic fund accounting and financial reporting concepts for governmental and not-for-profit entities. Students will understand the difference between not-for-profit and for-profit entity accounting; and apply accounting and financial reporting principles as they relate to governmental and not-for-profit entities. The student will prepare budgets and financial statements for government and non-profit organizations. This course meets the qualifying educational credit required for the CPA examination and is part of the Accounting Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC). This course is for students who possess a Bachelor’s degree. You must contact Karen Russom at: Karen.N.Russom@LoneStar.edu to register for this course. Prerequisite: Departmental approval and ACNT 2303  or ACNT 1371 .
  
  • ACNT 2331 - Internal Control and Auditing


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Internal controls, auditing standards and processes used by internal auditors, managers, and independent public accountants.  Prerequisite: ACNT 2303  
  
  • ACNT 2332 - Accounting Information Systems


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) A study of accounting information systems and related subsystems, including data collection, security, retrieval, manipulation, filtering and sorting of data.  Prerequisite: ACCT 2401  
  
  • ACNT 2333 - Advanced Accounting


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Methods of measuring and communicating financial information with emphasis on consolidated statements and other complex business transactions. Students will prepare consolidated financial statements; apply concepts in the formation, operation, termination, and liquidation of partnerships; and analyze and record complex transactions affecting foreign currency transactions and remeasurements. This course meets the qualifying educational credit required for the CPA examination and is part of the Accounting Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC). This course is for students who possess a Bachelor’s degree. You must contact Karen Russom at: Karen.N.Russom@LoneStar.edu to register for this course. Prerequisite: ACNT 2304  or ACNT 1372  and department approval.
  
  • ACNT 2336 - Financial Statement Analysis


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Financial statement analysis from a decision-maker’s perspective. This course may also be offered for qualifying education credit for CPA examinations by Texas community colleges that meet Texas State Board of Public Accountancy standards.This course is for students who possess a Bachelor’s degree and is part of the Accounting Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC). Licensing/Certification Agency: State Board of Public Accountancy. You must contact Karen Russom at: Karen.N.Russom@LoneStar.edu to register for this course. Prerequisite: Instructor Consent Required. ACNT 2303  or ACNT 1371  and department approval.
  
  • ACNT 2337 - International Financial Reporting


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) An examination of the aspects of accounting which apply to multinational businesses. This course may also be offered for qualifying education credit for CPA examinations by Texas community college that meet Texas State Board of Public Accountancy standards. Licensing/Certification Agency: State Board of Public Accountancy. Prerequisite: ACNT 2303  or ACNT 1371  
  
  • ACNT 2345 - Technical Writing for Accountants


    3 Credits (3 hrs. Lec.) Examination and application of effective written business and accounting communications. This course may also be offered for qualifying education credit for CPA examinations by Texas community colleges that meet Texas State Board of Public Accountancy standards. This course is for students who possess a Bachelor’s degree and is part of the Advanced Technical Certificate in Professional Accountancy. Licensing/Certification Agency: State Board of Public Accountancy. You must contact Karen Russom at: Karen.N.Russom@lonestar.edu to register for this course. Prerequisite: ACNT 2303  or ACNT 1371  and department approval.
  
  • ACNT 2370 - Financial Statement Auditing Theory


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Exploration of the necessary skills and knowledge needed to offer services in assurance, attestation or auditing engagements. The main focus is the process used by external auditors to conduct financial statement audits. This course is for students who possess a Bachelor’s degree and is part of the Advanced Technical Certificate in Professional Accountancy. You must contact Karen Russom at: Karen.N.Russom@LoneStar.edu to register for this course. Prerequisite: ACNT 1371 , Departmental approval required.

     

  
  • ACNT 2372 - Analysis of Business and Accounting Information Systems


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) An analysis of the development, implementation, and control of systems used in business and accounting processes. Current technologies used in actual business situations are emphasized. Addresses the impact these technologies have on the accounting profession. This course is for students who possess a Bachelor’s degree and is part of the Advanced Technical Certificate in Professional Accountancy. You must contact Karen Russom at: Karen.N.Russom@LoneStar.edu to register for this course. Prerequisite: ACNT 1371 , Departmental approval required.
  
  • ACNT 2380 - Cooperative Education


    3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 20 hrs. ext.) Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. Prerequisite: ACNT 2303  or ACNT 1371 ; enrollment in Accounting AAS degree program; completion of 15 credit hours in degree plan.
  
  • ACNT 2381 - Cooperative Education


    3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 20 hrs. ext.) Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. Prerequisite: ACNT 2380 ; enrollment in Accounting AAS degree; completion of 22 credits in degree plan

Administrative Services

  
  • POFL 1303 - Legal Office Procedures I


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Fundamental administrative duties of the legal administrative assistant. Prerequisite: None
  
  • POFL 1305 - Legal Terminology


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) This course presents an overview of legal terminology and how these terms are used in legal documents. Prerequisite: Keyboarding proficiency
  
  • POFL 1340 - Legal Office Procedures II


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Advanced administrative duties of the legal administrative assistant. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; POFL 1303 .
  
  • POFL 2301 - Legal Document Processing


    3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Develop skills for the production of legal documents. Prerequisite: POFT 1329  or ITSW 1301  
  
  • POFL 2305 - Introduction to Legal Research


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Research techniques relating to legal issues for legal administrative assistants. Prerequisite: POFL 1305  
  
  • POFL 2380 - Cooperative Education - Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary


    3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 20 hrs. ext.) Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. Prerequisite: Enrolled in professional office technology/legal track AAS degree or certificate program; completion of 15 credits in degree plan; approval of coordinator.
  
  • POFM 1300 - Basic Medical Coding


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Presentation and application of basic coding rules, principles, guidelines, and conventions utilizing various coding systems. Prerequisite: HITT 1305  
  
  • POFM 1302 - Medical Software Applications


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Medical software applications for the management and operation of health care information systems. Prerequisite: Basic keyboarding and computer skills are suggested; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; Prerequisite/Corequisite: ITSC 1301  or COSC 1301 .
  
  • POFM 1317 - Medical Administrative Support


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hr. lab.) Instruction in medical office procedures including appointment scheduling, medical records creation and maintenance, telephone communications, coding, billing, collecting, and third party reimbursement. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing.
  
  • POFM 1327 - Medical Insurance


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Survey of medical insurance including the life cycle of various claim forms, terminology, patient relations, and legal and ethical issues. Prerequisite: HITT 1305  
  
  • POFM 2310 - Intermediate Medical Coding


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Assignment and application of various coding guidelines with emphasis on physician billing and regulatory requirements. Includes code selection for Evaluation and Management (E/M) and Medical/Surgical cases. Prerequisite: POFM 1300 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing.
  
  • POFM 2333 - Medical Document Production


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Create, format and produce publishable medical documents. Prerequisite: HITT 1305 , ITSC 1301 , POFM 1317  
  
  • POFM 2380 - Cooperative Education -Medical Administrative Assistant/Secretary


    3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 20 hrs. ext.) Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: Enrollment in Professional Office Technology/medical track AAS degree or certificate program; completion of 15 credits in degree plan; approval of coordinator.
  
  • POFM 2381 - Cooperative Education - Medical Administrative Assistant/ Secretary II


    3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 20 hrs. ext.) Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: Completion of at least 15 credits in degree or certificate plan.
  
  • POFM 2386 - Internship - Medical Administrative Assistant/Secretary


    3 Credits (9 hrs. ext.) A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: HITT 1305 ; completion of at least 15 credits in degree or certificate plan.
  
  • POFT 1132 - Workplace Diversity


    1 Credits (1 hr. lec.) Examines gender, cultural background, age, and other factors affecting coworker/client relationships. Includes behavioral expectations and standards in the business environment. Prerequisite: None.
  
  • POFT 1301 - Business English


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Introduction to a practical application of basic language usage skills with emphasis on fundamentals of writing and editing for business. Prerequisite: None
  
  • POFT 1309 - Administrative Office Procedures I


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Study of current office procedures, duties, and responsibilities applicable to an office environment. Prerequisite: Keyboarding proficiency recommended
  
  • POFT 1325 - Business Math Using Technology


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Skill development in business math problem-solving using technology. Prerequisite: None.
  
  • POFT 1329 - Beginning Keyboarding


    3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Skill development keyboarding techniques. Emphasis on development of acceptable speed and accuracy levels and formatting basic documents. Prerequisite: None
  
  • POFT 2301 - Intermediate Keyboarding


    3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) A continuation of keyboarding skills emphasizing acceptable speed and accuracy levels and formatting documents. Prerequisite: POFT 1329  or ITSW 1301 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing.
  
  • POFT 2312 - Business Correspondence & Communication


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Development of writing and presentation skills to produce effective business communications. Prerequisite: POFT 1301  
  
  • POFT 2331 - Administrative Project Solutions


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Advanced concepts of project management and office procedures integrating software applications, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Prerequisite:  College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; ITSC 1301  or ITSW 1301  or COSC 1301 .
  
  • POFT 2380 - Cooperative Education - Administrative Assistant/Secretarial Science General


    3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 20 hrs. ext.) Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. Prerequisite: Completion of at least 15 credit hours in degree or certificate plan.

     

  
  • POFT 2381 - Cooperative Education - Administrative Assistant/Secretarial Science General II


    3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 20 hrs. ext.) Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. Prerequisite: POFT 2380 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • POFT 2386 - Internship - Administrative Assistant


    3 Credits (9 hrs. ext.) A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. Prerequisite: Completion of at least 15 credit hours in degree or certificate plan.

Anthropology

  
  • ANTH 2301 - Physical Anthropology


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) This course examines the biological and cultural study of humans as well as the similarities and differences between humans and other primates. The course spans various topics, including mechanisms of genetic change and an overview of human origins and biocultural adaptations. Introduces methods and theory in the excavation and interpretation of material remains of past cultures and reveals how anthropology can be applied to solve health and medical problems in cultures around the world. (4503015125) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • ANTH 2302 - Introduction to Archeology


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) The study of the human past through material remains. The course includes a discussion of methods and theories relevant to archeological inquiry. Topics may include the adoption of agriculture, response to environmental change, the emergence of complex societies, and ethics in the discipline. (4503015125) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing.
  
  • ANTH 2346 - General Anthropology


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) The study of human beings, their antecedents, related primates, and their cultural behavior and institutions. Introduces the major subfields: physical and cultural anthropology, archeology, linguistics, their applications, and ethics in the discipline. (4502015125) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • ANTH 2351 - Cultural Anthropology


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) This course explores cultural diversity through the study of contemporary and recent groups of humans including their social, religious, economic, and political organization. Included is the study of how practicing cultural relativism increases understanding of others’ cultures and how cultural anthropology can be applied to solve human problems. (4502015325) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • ANTH 2389 - Academic Cooperative in Anthropology


    3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 5 hrs. ext.) An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on experience in anthropology. (4501015125) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading and Writing. Department approval required.
  
  • ANTH 2401 - Physical Anthropology


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) The study of human origins and bio-cultural adaptations. Topics may include primatology, genetics, human variation, forensics, health, and ethics in the discipline. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing

Arabic

  
  • ARAB 1411 - Beginning Arabic I


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) This course includes beginner’s punctuation, oral practice, conversation, development of listening comprehension, basic principles of grammar, simple exercises in composition, easy reading which includes cultural material. (1601015113) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • ARAB 1412 - Beginning Arabic II


    4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) This course is a continuation of ARAB 1411  with increased emphasis on comprehension, speaking, reading and writing. Intensive drills to increase vocabulary and knowledge of structure. (1601015113) Prerequisite: ARAB 1411 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • ARAB 2311 - Intermediate Arabic I


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) This course stresses both oral and written exercises to increase vocabulary, expansion of grammatical principles and short themes written on a variety of topics. Selected readings are included to improve comprehension in Arabic. (1601015213) Prerequisite: ARAB 1412 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • ARAB 2312 - Intermediate Arabic II


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) This course is a continuation of ARAB 2311 . Continued reinforcement of grammatical principles and development of writing skills are stressed. (1601015213) Prerequisite: ARAB 2311 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing

Art

  
  • ARTS 1301 - Art Appreciation


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) A general introduction to the visual arts designed to create an appreciation of the vocabulary, media, techniques, and purposes of the creative process. Students will critically interpret and evaluate works of art within formal, cultural, and historical contexts. (5007035126) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • ARTS 1303 - Art History: Prehistory to Gothic


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) A chronological analysis of the historical and cultural contexts of the visual arts from the prehistoric times to the 14th century. (5007035226) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • ARTS 1304 - Art History: Renaissance to Modern


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) A chronological analysis of the historical and cultural contexts of the visual arts from the 14th century to the present. (5007035226) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • ARTS 1311 - Design I - 2-D


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) An introduction to the fundamental terminology, concepts, theory, and application of two-dimensional design. (5004015326) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • ARTS 1312 - Design II 3-D


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) An introduction to the fundamental terminology, concepts, theory, and application of three-dimensional design. (5004015326) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • ARTS 1316 - Drawing I


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) A foundation studio course exploring drawing with emphasis on descriptive, expressive and conceptual approaches. Students will learn to see and interpret a variety of subjects while using diverse materials and techniques. Course work will facilitate a dialogue in which students will engage in critical analysis and begin to develop their understanding of drawing as a discipline. (5007055226) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • ARTS 1317 - Drawing II


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) A studio course exploring drawing with continued emphasis on descriptive, expressive and conceptual approaches. Students will further develop the ability to see and interpret a variety of subjects while using diverse materials and techniques. Course work will facilitate a dialogue in which students will employ critical analysis to broaden their understanding of drawing as a discipline. (5007055226) Prerequisite: ARTS 1316 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • ARTS 2311 - Design III - Color


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) This course examines various theories in the use of color. Students apply their knowledge in creative compositions using such media as acrylics, colored pencil and collage. (5004015326) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • ARTS 2313 - Design Communications I


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) This course is an introduction to creative and problem-solving aspects of graphic design using the computer and graphic software. Students will learn basic principles, techniques, compositions, visual perceptions, and strategies for graphic design. The computer and graphic software will be used as an effective tool in graphic communications. (5004015126) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing, ARTS 1311  
  
  • ARTS 2314 - Design Communications II


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) This course is an in-depth study and exploration of graphic design as a creative and problem-solving tool of visual communication. A translation of ideas and concepts into comprehensible visual language is emphasized. Typography, semantics, and computer and technical processes used in design will be stressed. This course is an introduction to the techniques and processes of the print media. The students will also be introduced to historical and aesthetic issues. (5004015126) Prerequisite: ARTS 2313 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • ARTS 2316 - Painting I


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) An introduction to various painting theories and techniques using oil and/or acrylics. (5007085226) Prerequisite: ARTS 1311   and ARTS 1316 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • ARTS 2317 - Painting II


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) A continuation of Painting I, with an emphasis on individual expression. (5007085226) Prerequisite: ARTS 2316 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • ARTS 2323 - Drawing III: Figure Drawing


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) An advanced level course in which students draw the human figure from direct observation of a live model, using a variety of materials and techniques. (5007055326) Prerequisite: ARTS 1317   and departmental approval. College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing.
  
  • ARTS 2326 - Sculpture I


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) An exploration of various sculptural approaches in a variety of media including additive and subtractive methods. (5007095126) Prerequisite: ARTS 1312  or departmental approval; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing

     

  
  • ARTS 2333 - Printmaking I


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) An introduction to the techniques and procedures of printmaking. Exploration of creative design and color through traditional and contemporary printmaking techniques, including woodcut and silk - screen. (5007105126) Prerequisite: ARTS 1316  or departmental approval; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing

     

  
  • ARTS 2341 - Art Metals I


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) An introduction to metal fabrication through the study of basic materials and techniques. Includes soldering, riveting, raising, sawing and filing. Students will also learn the proper maintenance and operating procedures of machines and hand tools. (5007135126) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing

     

     

     

  
  • ARTS 2346 - Ceramics I


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Exploration of ideas using basic ceramic processes. An introduction to ceramics that examines the historical and cultural significance of the ceramic arts through research and application of various construction methods and firing processes. (5007115126) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
  
  • ARTS 2347 - Ceramics II


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Investigates advanced techniques, as well as the creative possibilities of clay, glazes and firing procedures. (5007115126) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; ARTS 2346  or departmental approval and MATH 0306  

     

  
  • ARTS 2348 - Digital Art I


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) This course is an introduction to digital imaging on the computer as it relates to art and design, employing a fundamental exploration of the potential of computer hardware and software medium for their visual, conceptual and practical uses in the visual arts. Basic theories of design and composition are stressed using digital image editing software to manipulate scanned images. (5004025226) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing

     

     

  
  • ARTS 2356 - Photography I


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) A beginning course which introduces students to theoretical and applied aspects of photography, including cameras, lenses, photographic materials and techniques, black-and -white darkroom procedures and photographic composition. May include digital photography practices. (5006055126) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing

     

     

  
  • ARTS 2357 - Photography II


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) A continuation of Photography I, this course provides further study of photographic theories, techniques and processes. The analysis and utilization of the design and compositional elements in photography are also stressed. May include digital photography practices. (5006055226) Prerequisite: ARTS 2356 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing

     

     

  
  • ARTS 2366 - Watercolor


    3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) An introduction to aquamedia using a variety of subject matter, concepts, techniques and materials. (5007085326) Prerequisite: ARTS 1311   and ARTS 1316 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing

     

     

  
  • ARTS 2389 - Academic Co-Op in Art


    3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 6 hrs. lab.) An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience in art. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in art. (2401035212) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing

Associate Degree Nursing

  
  • RNSG 1105 - Nursing Skills I


    1 Credits (3 hrs. lab.) Study of the concepts and principles necessary to perform basic nursing skills for the adult patient; and demonstrate competence in the performance of nursing procedures. Content includes knowledge, judgment, skills, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to a blocked approach. Prerequisite: Admission to the Nursing Block Program; ENGL 1301  and BIOL 2401  
  
  • RNSG 1144 - Nursing Skills II


    1 Credits (4 hrs. lab.) Study of the concepts and principles necessary to perform intermediate or advanced nursing skills for the adult patient; and demonstrate competence in the performance of nursing procedures. Content includes knowledge, judgment, skills and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to a blocked approach. Prerequisite: BIOL 2401 ENGL 1301 . Corequisite: RNSG 1215  
  
  • RNSG 1215 - Health Assessment


    2 Credits (1 hr. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Development of skills and techniques required for a comprehensive nursing health assessment within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to a blocked approach. Prerequisite: ENGL 1301 , BIOL 2401 . Corequisite: BIOL 2402 , RNSG 1144  
  
  • RNSG 1219 - Integrated Nursing Skills I


    2 Credits (1 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Study of the concepts and principles necessary to perform basic nursing skills for care of diverse patients across the life span; demonstrate competence in the performance of nursing procedures. Content includes knowledge, judgment, skills, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to an integrated approach. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: RNSG 1523  
  
  • RNSG 1229 - Integrated Nursing Skills II


    2 Credits (4 hrs. lab.) Study of the concepts and principles necessary to perform intermediate or advanced nursing skills for care of diverse patients across the life span. Content includes knowledge, judgment, skills, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to an integrated approach. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: RNSG 2504  
  
  • RNSG 1261 - Clinical - Common Concepts of Adult Health


    2 Credits (6 hrs. ext.) A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Requires LSC liability insurance. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Prerequisite: RNSG 1144  and BIOL 2402 ; Corequisite: RNSG 1341  and BIOL 2420  
  
  • RNSG 1301 - Pharmacology


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Introduction to the science of pharmacology with emphasis on the actions, interactions, adverse effects, and nursing implications of drug classifications. Content includes the roles and responsibilities of the nurse in safe administration of medications within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to either a blocked or integrated approach. Prerequisite: BIOL 2401  or currently enrolled in a VN program or current licensure as RN, LVN, or Paramedic.
  
  • RNSG 1309 - Introduction to Nursing


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Overview of nursing and the role of the professional nurse as provider in patient-centered care, patient safety advocate, member of health care team, and member of the profession. Content includes knowledge, judgment, skills and professional values with a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to a blocked approach. Prerequisite: BIOL 2401 , with a minimum grade of C; ENGL 1301  with a minimum grade of C. Corequisite: RNSG 1144 , PSYC 2301 RNSG 1215       
  
  • RNSG 1341 - Common Concepts of Adult Health


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Basic integration of the role of the professional nurse as a provider of patient-centered care, patient safety advocate, member of health care team, and member of the profession. Study of the common concepts of caring for adult patients and families with medical-surgical health care needs related to body systems, emphasizing knowledge, judgment, skills, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to a blocked approach. Prerequisite: RNSG 1144  and BIOL 2402 ; Corequisite: RNSG 1261  and BIOL 2420  
  
  • RNSG 1343 - Complex Concepts of Adult Health


    3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Integration of previous knowledge and skills related to common adult health needs into the continued development of the professional nurse as a provider of patient-centered care, patient safety advocate, member of health care team, and member of a profession in the care of adult patients and families with complex medical-surgical health care needs associated with body systems. Emphasis on complex knowledge, judgments, skills, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to a blocked approach. Prerequisite: RNSG 1341  and RNSG 1261 . Corequisite: RNSG 1362  
  
  • RNSG 1360 - Clinical-Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse


    3 Credits (9 hrs. ext.) A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: RNSG 1517  
  
  • RNSG 1361 - Clinical-Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse


    3 Credits (9 hrs. ext.) A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: RNSG 1523  
  
  • RNSG 1362 - Clinical-Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse


    3 Credits (9 hrs. ext.) A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: RNSG 2504  Corequisite applies to Integrated program only.
 

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