2016-2017 Summer Publication [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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RNSG 1517 - Concepts of Professional Nursing Practice I for Articulating Students
5 Credits (5 hrs. lec.) Provides the articulating student the opportunity to examine the role of the professional nurse; application of a systematic problem solving process and critical thinking skills related to patient care; and competency in knowledge, judgment, skill, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to either a blocked or integrated approach. Prerequisite: Admission to Nursing Transition Program, BIOL 2401 , ENGL 1301 and RNSG 1301 , TSI Complete for Math. Corequisite: RNSG 1360
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RNSG 1523 - Intro to Professional Nursing for Integrated Programs
5 Credits (4 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Introduction to the profession of nursing including the roles of the professional nurse as provider of patient-centered care, patient safety advocate, member of health care team, and member of profession with emphasis on health promotion and primary disease prevention across the life span; essential components of the nursing health assessment; identification of deviations from expected health patterns; the application of a systematic, problem-solving process to provide basic nursing care to diverse patients across the life span; and applicable competencies in knowledge, judgment, skills, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to an integrated approach. Prerequisite: Admission to ADN program, BIOL 2401 , ENGL 1301 , TSI complete for Math. Corequisite: RNSG 1219 , RNSG 1301 and RNSG 1361
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RNSG 2160 - Clinical-Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
1 Credits (3 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. Work based instruction that allows the student to synthesize and apply theoretical concepts learned in caring for the pediatric client and family to the community, clinical, and acute care setting. Close and/or direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional (faculty or preceptor), generally in a clinical setting. Requires LSC liability insurance. Prerequisite: RNSG 1362 . Corequisite: RNSG 2201
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RNSG 2161 - Clinical-Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
1 Credits (3 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 2208
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RNSG 2162 - Clinical-Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
1 Credits (3 ext. hrs.) 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 2213
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RNSG 2201 - Care of Children and Families
2 Credits (2 hrs. lec.) Study of concepts related to the provision of nursing care for children and their families, emphasizing judgment, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to a blocked approach. Prerequisite: None
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RNSG 2207 - Adaptation to Role of Professional Nurse
2 Credits (2 hrs. lec.) Selected concepts related to 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. Review of trends and issues impacting nursing and health care today and in the future. Content includes knowledge, judgment, skill, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. Prerequisite: RNSG 2161 with a minimum grade of C. RNSG 2162 with a minimum grade of C. RNSG 2208 with a minimum grade of C. RNSG 2213 with a minimum grade of C.
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RNSG 2208 - Maternal/Newborn Nursing and Women’s Health
2 Credits (2 hrs. lec.) Concepts related to nursing care for childbearing families and women’s health issues. Content includes knowledge, judgment, skill, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to a blocked approach. Prerequisite: None
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RNSG 2213 - Mental Health Nursing
2 Credits (2 hrs. lec.) Principles and concepts of mental health, psychopathology, and treatment modalities related to the nursing care of patients and their families. This course lends itself to a blocked approach. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: RNSG 2162
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RNSG 2307 - Adaptation to Role of Professional Nurse
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Selected concepts related to 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. Review of trends and issues impacting nursing and health care today and in the future. Content includes knowledge, judgment, skill, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to a blocked approach. Prerequisite: RNSG 2161 with a minimum grade of C; RNSG 2162 with a minimum grade of C; RNSG 2208 with a minimum grade of C; RNSG 2213 with a minimum grade of C.
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RNSG 2331 - Advanced Concepts of Adult Health
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Application of advanced concepts and skills for the development of the professional nurse’s roles in caring for adult patients and families. Emphasis on advanced knowledge, judgment, skills, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to a blocked approach. Prerequisite: RNSG 2161 , RNSG 2162
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RNSG 2361 - 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 2514
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RNSG 2362 - 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 2535
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RNSG 2504 - Integrated Care of the Patient with Common Health Care Needs
5 Credits (4 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Application of a systematic problem-solving process, critical thinking skills and concepts to provide nursing care to diverse patients and families across the life span with common health care needs including, but not limited to, common childhood/adolescent diseases, uncomplicated perinatal care, mental health concepts, perioperative care, frequently occurring adult health problems and health issues related to aging. Emphasis on secondary disease prevention and collaboration with members of the interdisciplinary health care team. Content includes roles of the professional nurse and applicable competencies in knowledge, judgment, skills, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to an integrated approach. Prerequisite: RNSG 1301 , RNSG 1523 . Corequisite: RNSG 1229 , RNSG 1362 and BIOL 2402
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RNSG 2514 - Integrated Care of the Patient with Complex Health Care Needs
5 Credits (4 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Application of a systematic problem-solving process, critical thinking skills and concepts to provide comprehensive nursing care to diverse patients and families across the life span with complex health care needs including, but not limited to, complex childhood/adolescent diseases, complicated perinatal care, acute mental illness, complex perioperative care, serious adult health problems and health issues related to aging. Emphasis on tertiary disease prevention, health maintenance/restoration and collaboration with members of the interdisciplinary health care team. Content includes the roles of the professional nurse and applicable competencies in knowledge, judgment, skills, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to an integrated approach. Prerequisite: BIOL 2402 , RNSG 1517 or RNSG 2504 . Corequisite: BIOL 2420 , RNSG 2361
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RNSG 2535 - Integrated Patient Care Management
5 Credits (4 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Application of independent nursing interventions to care for diverse patients and families throughout the life span whose health care needs may be difficult to predict. Emphasis on collaborative clinical reasoning, nursing leadership skills, and patient management. Content includes the significance of professional development, trends in nursing and health care, and applicable knowledge, judgment, skills, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to an integrated approach. Prerequisite: BIOL 2420 , RNSG 2514 . Corequisite: RNSG 2362 ; PSYC 2301
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RNSG 2560 - Clinical-Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
5 Credits (15 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. Prerequisite: RNSG 2161 with a minimum grade of C; RNSG 2162 with a minimum grade of C. Corequisite: RNSG 2331 with a minimum grade of C.
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AUMT 1345 - Automotive Climate Control Systems
3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Diagnosis and repair of manual/electronic climate control systems. Includes the refrigeration cycle and EPA guidelines for refrigerant handling. May be taught manufacturer specific. Prerequisite: AUMT 1407
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AUMT 1405 - Introduction to Automotive Technology
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) An introduction to the automotive industry including automotive history, safety practices, shop equipment and tools, vehicle subsystems, service publications, professional responsibilities, and basic automotive maintenance. May be taught manufacturer specific. Prerequisite: None
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AUMT 1407 - Automotive Electrical Systems
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) An overview of automotive electrical systems including topics in operational theory, testing, diagnosis, and repair of, charging and starting systems, and electrical accessories. Emphasis on electrical principles, schematic diagrams, and service publications. May be taught manufacturer specific. Prerequisite: None
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AUMT 1410 - Automotive Brake Systems
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Operation and repair of drum/disc type brake systems. Topics include brake theory, diagnosis, and repair of power, manual, anti-lock brake systems, and parking brakes. May be taught with manufacturer specific instructions. Prerequisite: None
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AUMT 1416 - Steering & Suspension Systems
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Diagnosis and repair of automotive suspension and steering systems including electronically controlled systems. Includes component repair, alignment procedures and tire and wheel service. May be taught manufacturer specific. Prerequisite: None
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AUMT 1419 - Automotive Engine Repair
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Fundamentals of engine operation, diagnosis and repair. Emphasis on identification, inspection, measurements, disassembly, repair, and reassembly of the engine. May be taught manufacturer specific. Prerequisite: AUMT 1405
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AUMT 2328 - Automotive Service
3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Mastery of automotive service including competencies covered in related courses. May be taught manufacturer specific. Prerequisite: Completion of 15 credit hours in automotive courses OR departmental approval.
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AUMT 2380 - Auto Co-op Work Experience I
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 15 hours in automotive courses AND departmental approval.
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AUMT 2381 - Auto Co-op Work Experience 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: Enrollment in Automotive Technology AAS degree; completion of 25 hours in automotive courses AND departmental approval.
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AUMT 2417 - Automotive Engine Performance Analysis I
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Theory, operation, diagnosis of drivability concerns, and repair ignition and fuel delivery systems. Use of current engine performance diagnostic equipment. May be taught with manufacturer specific instructions. Prerequisite: AUMT 1407
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AUMT 2425 - Auto Transmission & Transaxle
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) A study of the operation, hydraulic circuits and electronic controls of modern automatic transmissions/transaxles. Diagnosis, disassembly, and assembly procedures with emphasis on the use of special tools and repair techniques. May be taught manufacturer specific. Prerequisite: None
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AUMT 2434 - Automotive Engine Performance Analysis II
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Diagnosis and repair of emission systems, computerized engine performance systems, and advanced ignition and fuel systems. Includes use of advanced engine performance diagnostic equipment. May be taught manufacturer specific. Prerequisite: AUMT 2417
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AUMT 2437 - Automotive Electronics
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Study of electronic principles applied to microcomputers and communication systems. Includes digital fundamentals, and use of electronic test equipment. May be taught manufacturer specific. Prerequisite: AUMT 1407
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AIRP 1307 - Aviation Meteorology
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) In-depth coverage of meteorological phenomena affecting aircraft flight. Topics include basic concepts of aviation meteorology in the study of temperature, pressure, moisture, stability, clouds, air masses, fronts, thunderstorms, icing, and fog. Also includes analysis and use of weather data for flight planning. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
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AIRP 1313 - Introduction to Aviation
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) A study of the historical development of the aviation industry, including key events in civil, military, and space exploration and an overview of legislation relating to aviation. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
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AIRP 1317 - Private Pilot Ground School
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Basic ground school for the Federal Aviation Administration Private Pilot Certificate, providing the student with the necessary aeronautical knowledge that can be used for private pilot certification. Topics include principles of flight, radio procedures, weather, navigation, aerodynamics, and Federal Aviation Administration regulations. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
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AIRP 1347 - Human Factors in Aviation
3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Instruction in flight physiology, the decision-making process, pilot health maintenance, psychological aspects of flight, human behavior as related to the aircraft flight deck, and aeromedical information of significance to flight crews. Instruction in human behavior and ergonomics as applied to workplace safety. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
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AVIM 1380 - Cooperative Education: Aviation Management and Operations
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. Instructor consent required. Prerequisite: Departmental approval; Completion of 15 hours in the Aviation Management AAS program OR departmental approval
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AVIM 2331 - Airline Management
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) An examination of the organization, operation, and management of airlines. Topics include financing, aircraft selection, route feasibility studies, load factors, and marketing. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing, ACCT 2401
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AVIM 2335 - Airport Management
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) A study of the major functions of airport management including facilities and services, organization, human resources, maintenance, planning and zoning, operations, revenues and expenses, public relations, ecology, safety and marketing. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing, AIRP 1313
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AVIM 2337 - Aviation Law
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) A study of domestic and international aviation law. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing, AIRP 1313 .
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AVIM 2371 - Aviation Communication
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Basic theory and processes of communication skills necessary for management in an aviation environment. Explores the nature of communication including interpersonal communication. Emphasis on skills in building trust, listening, appropriate response styles, and giving feedback. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
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Biology |
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BIOL 1322 - Nutrition
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Fundamental principles of normal nutrition and the importance of nutrition in promoting growth and health. Emphasis will be given to the basic food constituents and their physiological relationships within the body. Consideration will also be given to family and community needs. This course will not fulfill a laboratory science requirement. (1905015109) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; MATH 0306
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BIOL 1406 - Biology I for Science Majors
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) A contemporary course including applications of the scientific method, cellular and molecular biology, biochemistry, classical and human genetics, virology and mechanisms of evolution. (2601015103) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; MATH 0308
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BIOL 1407 - Biology II for Science Majors
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) This course is a continuation of introductory Biology I for majors. It includes a detailed survey of the major phylogenetic lineages. This includes a comparison of the systems of different organisms. Ecological roles and relationships, as well as behavior of organisms, will be integrated throughout. (2601015103) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing: BIOL 1406 and MATH 0308
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BIOL 1408 - Biology I for Non-Science Majors
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) A conceptual approach for students not majoring in science. An introduction to the nature of science, the characteristics of life, the molecular and cellular basis of life, viruses, energetics, genetics, reproduction and development. An emphasis will be placed on how these topics are related to issues facing modern society. (2601015103) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; MATH 0306
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BIOL 1409 - Biology II for Non-Science Majors
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) A continuation of introductory biology designed for non-science majors. This conceptual approach to biology includes the diversity of life: prokaryotes, protists, fungi, plants, and animals. Topics will include structures and their functions, evolution, environmental and human interactions. (2601015103) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing;BIOL 1406 OR BIOL 1408
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BIOL 1414 - Introduction to Biotechnology
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) An introduction to biotechnology including career exploration, history and applications of DNA/RNA technology, molecular biology, bioethics, and laboratory safety practices. (2612015103) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing, MATH 0310 or placement by testing.
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BIOL 2305 - Pathophysiology
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Pathophysiology is a three-credit lecture course appropriate for students preparing for a nursing career; specifically those transitioning from RN to BSN. The student must contact the transferring institution to determine how the course will transfer and be applied to their degree. This is a specialized study of the structure and function of human anatomy, including neuroendocrine, integumentary, musculoskeletal, digestive, urinary, reproductive, respiratory, and circulatory systems as they relate to the study of human disease. Objectives include a study of general physiological factors involved in the disease process as well as pathology affecting different human systems. (2607075103) Prerequisite: BIOL 2401 AND BIOL 2402 ; MATH 0308 , ENGL 1301
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BIOL 2389 - Academic Co-op Biological Sciences
3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 6 hrs. ext.) An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience in the biological sciences/ life sciences. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of living organisms and their systems. Students will work in conjunction with the faculty coordinator and the sponsor in the development of their goals and objectives. The external learning experiences must have faculty approval. Liability insurance through LSC’s insurer (fee approximately $18) and one semester’s advance notice to faculty are required. (2601015203) Prerequisite: Eight credit hours in biological sciences (selected from BIOL 1406 , BIOL 1407 , BIOL 2401 , BIOL 2402 , BIOL 2406 , BIOL 2416 , BIOL 2420 , and BIOL 2421 ), faculty approval, and a grade point average of at least a “B”; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
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BIOL 2401 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) A study of the structure and function of the human body. Emphasis will be given to the study of cells and tissues and anatomical and physiological interrelationships of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Designed primarily for students entering health careers. (2607075103) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; BIOL 1408 or BIOL 2404 strongly recommended; MATH 0308 .
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BIOL 2402 - Human Anatomy & Physiology II
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) A continuation of BIOL 2401. Emphasis will be given to the study of the anatomical and physiological interrelationships of the endocrine, circulatory, immune, respiratory, digestive, reproductive and urinary systems. Designed primarily for students entering health careers. (2607075103) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; BIOL 2401 ; MATH 0308 .
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BIOL 2404 - Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) A general survey of the structure and function of human anatomy and physiology, including the neuroendocrine, integumentary, musculoskeletal, digestive, urinary, reproductive, respiratory, lymphatic, and circulatory systems. (2607075103) Prerequisite: MATH 0306 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
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BIOL 2406 - Environmental Biology
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) A one-semester survey of the interrelationships between the biotic and abiotic parts of the environment and how man affects them. Topics include: basic ecological principles; energy; human influences on ecosystems; and pollution and policy making. Laboratory experiences will reinforce these topics. Field trips required. (0301035101) Prerequisite: MATH 0306 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
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BIOL 2416 - Genetics
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) A study of the principles of genetics with an emphasis on molecular aspects. Course content will also include genetic engineering principles, population genetics, and the function and transmission of hereditary material. (2608045103) Prerequisite: BIOL 1406 AND BIOL 2420 OR BIOL 2421 ; MATH 0308 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
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BIOL 2420 - Medical Microbiology
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) This course is designed for health science majors. This course is a study of microorganisms including a description of basic cell structure, biochemistry, metabolism, nutrition, reproduction and genetics. Mechanisms of transmission, microbial entry, pathogenesis, prophaylaxis, epidemiology and microbial control of selected human pathogens will be explored. Basic body defense mechanisms and immunological responses to pathological conditions will be examined. Laboratory exercises will include aseptic techniques, microscopy, culture techniques, determination of bacterial morphology, staining, and biochemical differentiation. This course is designed for allied health students. (2605035103) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; BIOL 1406 or BIOL 2401 ; MATH 0308 .
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BIOL 2421 - General Microbiology
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) This course is designed for science majors. A study of the morphology, biochemistry, physiology, genetic and taxonomy of microorganisms with an emphasis on bacteria. The biological principles and relationships of microorganisms to man in agriculture, sanitation, industry, medicine, and the environment will also be emphasized. Laboratory exercises will include aseptic techniques, microscopy, culture techniques, determination of bacterial morphology, staining, and biochemical differentiation. (2605035103) Prerequisite: BIOL 1406 , CHEM 1405 ;MATH 0308 ; College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
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Biotechnology |
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BITC 1191 - Special Topics in Biological Technology
1 Credits (1 hr. 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. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. Prerequisite: BITC 1402
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BITC 1402 - Biotechnology Laboratory Methods and Techniques
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Laboratory operations, management, equipment, instrumentation, quality control techniques, and safety procedures. Includes laboratory practice in using pH meters, spectrophotometers, preparing buffers and solutions, and performing measurements and separatory techniques. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing, CHEM 1405 or CHEM 1411 , MATH 1314 or any MATH course that requires MATH 1314 as a prerequisite
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BITC 1411 - Introduction to Biotechnology
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) An introduction to biotechnology including career exploration, history and applications of biotechnology, molecular biology, bioethics, and laboratory safety practices. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; MATH 0310 or placement by testing
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BITC 2411 - Biotechnology Laboratory Instrumentation
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Theory, applications, and safe operation of various biotechnology-related analytical instruments. Addresses separation and identification techniques including electrophoresis, spectrophotometry, and chromatography. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; BITC 1402 ; BIOL 1406 ; BIOL 2420 or BIOL 2421 ; CHEM 1405 or CHEM 1411 ; OR instructor’s approval.
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BITC 2431 - Cell Culture Techniques
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) Theory and applications of cell culture techniques. Laboratory emphasis on the principles and practices of applications such as initiation, cultivation, maintenance, and preservation of cell lines. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; BITC 2411 OR instructor’s approval.
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BITC 2441 - Molecular Biology Techniques
4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab.) In-depth coverage of the theory and laboratory techniques in molecular biology with an emphasis on gene expression and regulation, recombinant DNA, and nucleic acids. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; BIOL 2420 or BIOL 2421 ; OR instructor approval.
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BITC 2486 - Internship - Biological Technology/Technician
4 Credits (20 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: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; completion of all required BITC courses with a grade of “C” or better.
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Business Administration |
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BMGT 1301 - Supervision
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) The role of the supervisor. Includes managerial functions as applied to leadership, counseling, motivation, and human relations skills. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
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BMGT 1306 - Facilities Management
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) General management and supervision of public buildings, business and industrial facilities, and other complexes requiring supervision and control. Includes fire alarm maintenance, plant maintenance, occupational safety, OSHA rules and regulations, management of maintenance supervisors, and hazardous materials awareness. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
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BMGT 1309 - Information and Project Management
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Critical path methods for planning and controlling projects. Includes time/cost tradeoffs, resource utilization, stochastic considerations, task determination, time management, scheduling management, status reports, budget management, customer service, professional attitude, and project supervision. Basic computer skills are needed to successfully complete this course. Prerequisite: None
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BMGT 1327 - Principles of Management
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Concepts, terminology, principles, theory, and issues that are the substance of the practice of management. Prerequisite: None
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BMGT 1331 - Production and Operations Management
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Fundamentals of techniques used in the practice of production and operations management. Includes location, design, and resource allocation. Prerequisite: None
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BMGT 1341 - Business Ethics
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Discussion of ethical issues, the development of a moral frame of reference, and the need for an awareness of social responsibility in management practices and business activities. Includes ethical corporate responsibility. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
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BMGT 2303 - Problem Solving and Decision Making
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Decision-making and problem- solving processes in organizations utilizing logical and creative problem solving techniques. Application of theory is provided by experiential activities using managerial decision tools. Prerequisite: None
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BMGT 2382 - Co-op Business Administration I
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: Enrollment in management AAS degree program; completion of 15 credits in degree plan AND departmental approval
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BMGT 2388 - Internship - Business and Management
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: Departmental approval
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BUSG 1341 - Small Business Financing
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Financial structure of a small business. Includes business financing, budgeting, record keeping, taxation, insurance, and banking. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing, and MATH 0306 .
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BUSG 2309 - Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Starting, operating, and growing a small business. Includes essential management skills, how to prepare a business plan, accounting, financial needs, staffing, marketing strategies, and legal issues. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing, MATH 0306 .
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BUSG 2371 - Entrepreneurial Marketing
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Principles of marketing for an entrepreneurial venture, utilizing innovative and financially responsible marketing strategies. Preparation of a marketing plan designed to launch the entrepreneurial venture as well as marketing strategies to implement during the first two years of business operation. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing, Instructor Consent, MATH 0306 .
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BUSI 1301 - Business Principles
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) This course provides a survey of economic systems, forms of business ownership, and considerations for running a business. Students will learn various aspects of business, management, and leadership functions; organizational considerations; and decision-making processes. Financial topics are introduced, including accounting, money and banking, and securities markets. Also included are discussions of business challenges in the legal and regulatory environment, business ethics, social responsibility, and international business. Emphasized is the dynamic role of business in everyday life. (5201015104) Prerequisite: None
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BUSI 1307 - Personal Finance
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) A study of the financial problems that people ordinarily encounter in personal money management. Includes financial planning, budgeting, insurance, buying, taxes, use of credit, consumer protection, investing, savings, home ownership, estate planning and basic statistics as applied to consumer problems. (1904015109) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
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BUSI 2301 - Business Law
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) The course provides the student with foundational information about the U.S. legal system and dispute resolution, and their impact on business. The major content areas will include general principles of law, the relationship of business and the U.S. Constitution, state and federal legal systems, the relationship between law and ethics, contracts, sales, torts, agency law, intellectual property, and business law in the global context. (2201015124) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing
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BUSI 2304 - Business Writing and Correspondence
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Theory and applications for technical reports and correspondence in business. (2313035212) Prerequisite: ENGL 1301
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BUSI 2372 - Business Analysis
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) This course is designed to introduce to students the use of quantitative business techniques. Topics include organizing and presenting data, descriptive statistics, probability, discrete and continuous distributions, systems of equations, modeling, optimization procedures, and statistical inference. (5203047204) Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; MATH 1314
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BUSI 2373 - Design and Presentation of Business Projects
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) This course focuses on the design and presentation of business information using current technology to enhance communication. Theory and principles are studied as they apply to the development of competency in formal business speaking. (5201017104) Prerequisite: ENGL 1301
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CNBT 1300 - Residential and Light Commercial Blueprint Reading
3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Introductory blueprint reading for residential and light commercial construction. Prerequisite: None
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CNBT 1315 - Field Engineering I
3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Surveying equipment, sketches, proper field note taking, methods of staking, layout of building site, and horizontal and vertical controls. Prerequisite: None
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CNBT 1346 - Construction Estimating I
3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Fundamentals of estimating materials and labor costs in construction. Prerequisite: None
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CNBT 1370 - Basic Construction Safety
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Basic job site construction safety in residential, commercial, and industrial construction. Prerequisite: None
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CNBT 2315 - Construction Specifications and Contracts
3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Overview of the legal aspects of written construction documents. Prerequisite: None
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CNBT 2344 - Construction Management II
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) A management course in contract documents, safety, planning, scheduling, production control, law and labor issues. Topics include contracts, planning, cost and production peripheral documents, and cost and work analysis. Prerequisite: None
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CNBT 2380 - Cooperative Education - Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 14 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: Departmental Approval
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CNBT 2381 - Cooperative Education - Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
3 Credits (1 hr. lec., 14 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: Departmental Approval
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HMSY 1337 - Introduction to Homeland Security
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Overview of homeland security. Evaluation of the progression of homeland security issues throughout Texas and the United States. An examination of the roles undertaken and methods used by governmental agencies and individuals to respond to those issues. Prerequisite: None
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HMSY 1340 - Homeland Security Intelligence Operations
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) A study of the intelligence community. Includes the role of intelligence and law enforcement. Topics include collection methods, management of operations, classification, production and analysis, and assessment of threat vulnerability. Source development will be conducted. Prerequisite: HMSY 1337 with a minimum grade of C; Departmental approval
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HMSY 1342 - Understanding and Combating Terrorism
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Study of terrorism and reasons why America is a terrorist target. Includes methods of combating domestic and international terrorism terrorist operations, cyber-terrorism, narco-terrorism, the mind of the terrorist, and organized crime’s impact on terrorism. Prerequisite: Departmental approval.
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HMSY 1371 - Transportation and Border Security
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) This course provides an in-depth view of modern border and transportation security. Specific topics may include security for seaports, ships, aircrafts, trains, trucks, pipelines, buses, etc. The course will also focus on the technology needed to detect terrorists and their weapons as well as include discussions on legal, economic, political, and cultural aspects of the problem. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing, Departmental approval
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HMSY 1391 - Special Topics in Homeland Security
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) This course is a study of the intelligence community including the role of intelligence and law enforcement. Topics include collection methods, management of operations, classification, production and analysis, and threat assessment for vulnerability. Prerequisite: Departmental approval, HMSY 1337 with a minimum grade of C.
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HRPO 1302 - Human Resources Training and Development
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) An overview of human resources training and development as related to organizational mission and goals. Prerequisite: None
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HRPO 1311 - Human Relations
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Practical application of the principles and concepts of the behavioral sciences to interpersonal relationships in the business and industrial environment. Prerequisite: None
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HRPO 2301 - Human Resources Management
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Behavioral and legal approaches to the management of human resources in organizations. Prerequisite: None
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HRPO 2303 - Employment Practices
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) A study of employment issues including techniques for human resource forecasting, selection, and placement including interview techniques, pre-employment testing and other predictors. Topics include recruitment methods, the selection process, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), EEO record keeping, and Affirmative Action Plans. Prerequisite: None.
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HRPO 2304 - Employee Relations
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) An examination of policies, practices, and issues required to build strong employee relations. Topics include communications, employee conduct rules, performance appraisal methods, Title VII, Family Medical Leave Act, Fair Labor Standards Act, and Americans with Disabilities Act updates. Prerequisite: None
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HRPO 2305 - Human Resource Information Systems
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) An introduction to Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS). Prerequisite: None
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HRPO 2306 - Benefits and Compensation
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) An overview of employee compensation systems. Topics include compensation systems, direct and indirect compensation, internal and external determination of compensation, benefits administration, managing and evaluating for effectiveness, legal and regulatory issues, pay equity, job analysis affecting job compensation and competencies. Prerequisite: None
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HRPO 2307 - Organizational Behavior
3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) The analysis and application of organizational theory, group dynamics, motivation theory, leadership concepts, and the integration of interdisciplinary concepts from the behavioral sciences. Prerequisite: None
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