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Biomedical Electronics Technology
BET 151
2:0:12
Clinical Practicum
(offered
summer session only)
Course provides practical clinical experience in a hospital or other health care delivery facility. Content includes supervised tasks and planned learning experiences. Three full eight-hour days per week, for eight weeks. Prerequisite: ELT 231 or consent of instructor. Fee $20
BET 210
4:3:3
Survey of General Biomedical Instrumentation
Course studies clinical laboratory or hospital medical equipment not used for specific diagnostic or therapeutic applications. Content includes detailed description, explanation, function, and maintenance procedures of blood counters, blood gas analyzers, centrifuges, electric beds, electronic thermometers, infusion pumps, hypo/hyperthermia units, suction machines, etc. Prerequisite: BET 151 or consent of instructor. Fee $30
BET 251
2:0:15
Advanced Clinical Practicum
(offered
summer session only)
Course sets up internship for practical training in a health care facility. Content includes supervised practical tasks and observations whenever possible. Focus is on human interrelationships. Five six-hour days per week, for eight weeks. Prerequisite: ELT 231 or consent of instructor. Fee $20
BIO 101
4:3:3
Introduction to Life Science
Laboratory
course introduces life science. Content includes cell structure and function,
cell division, nucleic acids and proteins, biodiversity and evolution, and selected
human systems. Intended for non-science majors, and those who desire an understanding
of fundamental life processes, or who intends to pursue higher biology courses.
Fee $40
IAI L1 900L
BIO 104
3:3:0
Human Genetics
Course introduces basic genetic principles and applications in human populations. Content includes cell cycle; structure, function, mutation and transmission of the genetic material; role of genetics in health care and biotechnology; and ethical, psychological and social implications of gene-based medicine. Credit cannot be received in both BIO 104 and BIO 105. IAI L1 906
BIO 105
4:3:3
Human Genetics
Laboratory course introduces basic genetic principles and applications in human populations. Content includes cell cycle; structure, function, mutation and transmission of the genetic material; role of genetics in health care and biotechnology; and ethical, psychological and social implications of gene-based medicine. Course identical to BIO 104 except that BIO 105 includes weekly hands-on laboratory activities. Credit cannot be received for both BIO 104 and BIO 105. Fee $40
BIO 106 (formerly NSC 106)
4:3:3
Introduction to Environmental Science
Laboratory
course introduces study of the environment in which we live and of factors contributing
to its alteration. Content includes ecosystem structure and function, population
dynamics, resources, pollution; evaluation and management of natural areas;
overview of ecological balances in nature and man’s relationship to these balances.
Intended for non-science majors. Fee $35
IAI L1 905L
BIO 108
3:3:0
General Botany
Course focuses on biological aspects of the plant kingdom, with topics ranging
from sub-cellular processes to ecological roles. Content includes structural
and physiological adaptations, present and past diversity, reproduction, genetics
and evolution, and ecological interactions. Prerequisite: High
school biology or BIO 101.
BIO 111
2:2:0
Principles of Pharmacology
Course introduces pharmacology, primarily for students in allied health fields. Content includes an introduction to terminology, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, drug category, use, and side effects. Prerequisite: BIO 131.
BIO 112 (formerly NSC 112)
3:3:0
Essentials of Nutrition
Course introduces concepts and principles of the science of nutrition. Content includes identification and definition of the nutritional components of food; elements of digestion, metabolism and energy management; consideration of. nutrition requirements for each age group and health problems related to diet. Intended for anyone interested in becoming a more knowledgeable consumer of nutritional information. Credit cannot be earned in both BIO 112 and BIO 113. Prerequisite: One year of high school chemistry or biology.
BIO 113 (formerly NSC 113)
1:1:0
Basics of Nutrition
Course introduces concepts and principles of the science of nutrition. Content includes identification and definition of the nutritional components of food and energy management. Consideration of nutrition requirements for each age group and health problems related to diet. Credit cannot be earned in both BIO 112 and BIO 113. Prerequisite: One year of high school chemistry or biology.
BIO 121
4:3:3
General College Biology I
Laboratory
course examines basic principles of biology. Content includes cellular biochemistry
and physiology, photosynthesis, and cellular respiration; details of protein
synthesis and functions of DNA and RNA in gene function. First of two-course
sequence. Intended for those wanting strong biological focus in curricula. Recommended:
High school chemistry or its equivalent, such as CHM 101 or CHM 105; Prerequisite:
BIO 101 or one year of high school biology.
Fee $40
IAI L1 900L
BIO 122
4:3:3
General College Biology II
Laboratory course continues BIO 121. Content includes heredity, Mendelian genetics, evolution, reproduction and development, ecology and the physiology of selected organ systems. Second of two-course sequence. Prerequisite: BIO 121. Fee $40
BIO 131
4:3:3
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Laboratory course presents basic biochemical principles, cytology, histology, immunology, integument system, osteology, arthrology, muscle anatomy and physiology, and anatomy and physiology of spinal cord and peripheral nervous system. Cadavers and other appropriate specimens used. First of two-part sequence. Intended primarily for student in health fields. Recommended: CHM 101 or CHM 105; Prerequisite: BIO 101 or one year of high school biology. Fee $40
BIO 132
4:3:3
Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Laboratory course continues BIO 131. Content includes structure and function of central nervous system and special senses, circulatory, digestive, respiratory, urinary, endocrine and reproductive systems. Cadavers and other appropriate specimens used. Second of two-part sequence. Intended primarily for student in health fields. Prerequisite: BIO 131. Fee $40
BIO 151
4:3:3
Microbiology
Laboratory course introduces biology of microorganisms including bacteria, fungi, protists and viruses. Content includes metabolism, genetics, identification, control, physiology, relationship to health and disease, and host defense. Intended primarily for student in health fields. Prerequisite: BIO 121 or BIO 131. Fee $60
BIO 170
1:1:0
Human Aging
Course examines current concepts of normal physical changes which occur in adult human over time. Focus is on physiological and structural effects of aging on major organs and systems of the body. Content includes application of scientific findings to health and wellness of older individuals. Students cannot receive credit for both BIO 170 and PTA 170.
BIO 222
3:3:0
Pathophysiology and Human Disease
Course analyzes and compares human diseases by studying pathophysiology, histopathology, and the impact of disease on cellular metabolism. Content covers an introduction to pathophysiology and human disease, and is intended primarily for health career students. Prerequisite: BIO 132. Fee $15
BIO 240
2:0:4
Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Laboratory Research
Course provides undergraduate research experience. Interdisciplinary course co-listed with CHM 240. Team-taught by faculty from several disciplines. Content includes active participation in selected research experience: performing experiments, collecting data, analyzing results, interactive research with other students and professors; reading and critiquing research articles in selected area of research, and presenting results at end of semester. Course can be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Fee $50
BIO 290
1-4:0-4:0-4
Topics in Biology
Course meets the special interest needs of biology students. Topics will be offered for variable credit from one to four semester credit hours. Students may repeat BIO 290 up to three times on different topics for a maximum of nine semester credit hours. Prerequisite may vary by topic. Fee varies
Basic Nurse Assistant Training
(Also see Nursing)
BNA 100
6:4:7
Basic Nurse Assistant Training
Course offers a basic study of principles and procedures used by the nurse assistant in long term care, home health settings and hospitals. Content focus is on basic human needs and care of the elderly. Integration of skills and concepts is acquired through hands-on clinical experience at local health care facilities. This course is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). Upon completion, students may apply to take the Illinois Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aide Competency Exam. Prerequisite: Successful completion of course admission procedures. Fee $195
BNA 105
1:1:0
Basic Nurse Assistant Job Training
Course expands understanding of today’s health care workplace and the role of the CNA. Content focus is on gaining gain the job search techniques necessary to obtain employment in the health care field, e.g., hospitals, long term care and home health. Intended for those currently enrolled in BNA 100 Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in BNA 100. Fee $10
(Also see Accounting)
BUS 101
3:3:0
Introduction to Business
Course presents language and concepts of American business enterprise. Content includes historical development of our modern economic system, relationships among business, government, unions, consumers and the citizenry. Focus is on functions performed within firm, such as line functions of production, finance and marketing; staff activities furnished by industrial relations, engineering, purchasing, quality control, office services, etc. Role of the manager and nature of management process integrated throughout course.
BUS 110
3:3:0
Personal Finance
Course presents overview of personal and family financial planning. Topics focus on financial record-keeping, planning one’s spending, consumer credit, tax planning, making buying decisions, purchasing insurance, selecting investments, and retirement and estate planning.
BUS 221
3:3:0
Business Law
Course introduces business law. Content includes the basic law of contracts, sales and bailments; case method and problems illustrate legal problems affecting business contracts; development of common law as modified by the Uniform Commercial Code.
BUS 222
3:3:0
Business Law
(offered
spring semester only)
Course studies law of negotiable instruments under the Uniform Commercial Code. Content includes agencies, partnerships and corporations, with focus on case method and problem solving techniques. Recommended: BUS 221.
BUS 225
3:3:0
The Legal Environment of Business
Course presents deeper understanding of current business organization. Topic focus is on role of the federal government in balancing rights of the individual and business in a free enterprise system within framework of the U. S. Constitution.
BUS 230
3:3:0
Principles of Finance
Course examines financial principles. Content includes proper buying, saving, investing and borrowing of monetary funds and financial assets to maximize the enterprise’s profit, while minimizing the risk of insolvency; fixed and working capital requirements, and the source of such funds.
BUS 290
3:3:0
Introduction to Japanese Business Practices
Course explores contemporary Japanese economy and business practices. Content includes industrial structure of post World War II Japan, corporate organization, employment characteristics, human relations and communications. Focus is on implications of Japanese business for American business practices.
BUS 292
1-4:0-4:0-4
Topics in Business
Course is designed to meet special interest needs of Business students and local business organizations. Special topics offered for variable credit, from one to four semester credit hours. BUS 292 may be repeated up to three times on different topics for a maximum of nine semester credit hours. Prerequisite may vary by topic. Fee varies
Computer
Applications for Business
(formerly Computer Application Software/CAS and
Computer Office Technology/COT)
(Also see Computer Information Systems, Computer Networking and Systems, Electronics and Computer Technology, and World Wide Web)
CAB 101 (formerly COT 101)
3:3:2
Keyboarding and Document Formatting
Course develops competency in keyboarding and document creation. Content includes electronic keyboard; basic business document formats (correspondence, reports and tables); techniques to enter, store, retrieve and print texts; development of proofreading and editing skills. Fee $45
CAB 102 (formerly COT 103)
1:1:1
Computer Keyboarding
Course designed to increase keyboarding skills. Content includes touch typing on electronic keyboard, developing minimum speed and accuracy competencies; basic equipment functions (accessing system, formatting editing and printing) taught on computer terminal. Intended for beginning students. Fee $15
CAB 103 (formerly COT 107)
2:2:2
Computer Keyboarding for the Non-Native Speaker
Course develops mastery of touch typing on an electronic keyboard and further develops computer-literacy concepts. Content includes building speed and accuracy, basic equipment functions (accessing the computer system, formatting, editing, printing, saving and retrieving) taught on computer terminal. Focus is on use of keyboard as a writing tool and development of composing, language arts, proofreading, and editing skills at the computer. Additional content includes formats for letters, reports, and academic writing assignments. Intended for ESL students. Fee $30
CAB 104 (formerly COT 104)
3:3:2
Advanced Document Formatting
Course further develops marketable skills in keyboarding. Content includes speed refinement of keyboarding techniques; formatting variety of letter styles, tables, manuscripts and other office forms; use of automated features on computers. Additional focus on skills in language arts, proofreading and editing. Recommended: Keyboarding skill 30 wpm and CAB 125. Fee $45
CAB
105 (formerly COT 102)
1:1:1
Document Format Review
Course reviews the keyboard; correspondence, tabulations, and manuscript formats; and further development of speed and accuracy. Prerequisite: Keyboarding skill 15wpm. Fee $15.
CAB 106 (formerly COT 106)
1:1:1
Keyboarding Speed and Accuracy Development
Course designed to increase keyboarding speed and accuracy. Content includes assessing skills and prescribing individualized corrective practice. Prerequisite: Keyboarding skill 15 wpm. Fee $15
CAB 110 (formerly CAS 102)
1:1:1
Windows Fundamentals
Course presents basic Windows skills necessary to be successful in learning other Windows-based applications. Content includes understanding of Windows environment, hands-on use of both keyboard and mouse to control computer applications, perform file operations efficiently, transfer data between applications, run multiple applications simultaneously, virus check a disk and do simple troubleshooting. Fee $15
CAB 120 (formerly CAS 111)
1:1:1
Introduction to Microsoft Word for Windows
Course covers basic word processing functions. Content includes entering, formatting, editing, moving, saving and retrieving text, and proofreading, correcting errors and spell-checking. Credit cannot be received in both CAB 125 and any of CAB 120, CAB 122, or CAB 123. Recommended: Hands-on experience using Windows software and keyboarding skill 20 wpm. Fee $15
CAB 122 (formerly CAS 112)
1:1:1
Intermediate Microsoft Word for Windows
Course
covers additional features of the word processing package. Applications provided
to reinforce use. Content includes: merge, sort, thesaurus, headers and footers,
footnotes/
endnotes, hyphenation, tables and math formulas, page numbering and print previewing.
Credit cannot be received in both CAB 125 and any of CAB 120, CAB 122, or CAB
123. Recommended: CAB 120 with minimum grade of C or consent of instructor
upon passing a skill level placement test. Fee $15
CAB 123 (formerly CAS 113)
1:1:1
Advanced Microsoft Word for Windows
Course covers advanced functions of Word for Windows. Applications provided to reinforce use. Content includes sort, macros, templates, styles, table of contents, indexes, fonts, charts and columns. Credit cannot be received for both CAB 125 and any of CAB 120, CAB 122, or CAB 123. Recommended: CAB 122 with minimum grade of C or consent of instructor upon passing a skill level placement test. Fee $15
CAB 125 (formerly CAS 115)
3:3:1
Comprehensive Word Processing
Course
covers use and application of basic word processing functions. Content includes
entering, formatting, editing, moving, saving, printing and retrieving text;
proofreading, correcting errors and spell-checking; page numbering, headers
and footers, footnotes/endnotes, hyphenation, thesaurus, merge, tables (including
math calculations), sort; additional content includes macros, templates, table
of contents, indexes, fonts, and columns; introduction to styles, charts, and
forms; features and techniques to enhance and simplify document creation. Hands-on
applications provided to reinforce use. Credit cannot be received both CAB 125
and any of CAB 120, CAB 122, or CAB 123. Recommended: Hands-on experience
using Windows software and keyboarding skill 20 wpm.
Fee $30
CAB 128 1:1:1
Word Core Certification Preparation
Course offers an intensive review of the methods and techniques which should
be on the Microsoft Core Certification Exam for Word. This will include
taking actual sample exam questions under both an untimed and timed environment.
Prerequisite: Recent completion of CAB 125 or consent of instructor.
Fee $15
CAB 130 (formerly CAS 121)
2:2:2
PowerPoint Presentation Software
Course introduces Microsoft PowerPoint program. Content includes in planning, composing and creating complete desktop presentations are creation of slides consisting of words, diagrams, pictures, charts, graphs and other images produced on computer, note pages and audience handout pages. Specialized drawing tools and built-in word processor used to create professional presentations. Recommended: Hands-on experience using Windows software. Fee $30
CAB 135 (formerly CAS 131)
2:2:1
Electronic Spreadsheeting Using Excel for PCs
Course
introduces Microsoft Excel. Topics focus on business applications and problem
solving. Recommended: MAT 047 or higher, and hands-on experience using
Windows software.
Fee $15
CAB 138 1:1:1
Excel Core Certification Preparation
Course offers an intensive review of the methods and techniques which should
be on the Microsoft Core Certification Exam for Excel. This will include
taking actual sample exam questions under both an untimed and timed environment.
Prerequisite: Recent completion of CAB 135 or consent of instructor.
Fee $15
CAB 140 (formerly CAS 141)
3:2:2
Database Applications for PCs
Course offers instruction in hands-on use of representative microcomputer database management software package. Focus is on relational databases in database structures. Content includes database design, creating and modifying tables, queries, forms, reports, an introduction to macros, and interface development. Recommended: Introductory microcomputer coursework or comparable work experience. Fee $30
CAB 150
2:2:1
Visio Fundamentals
Comprehensive course covering the features and applications of Microsoft Visio. This software creates graphical diagrams to communicate information that supplements text and numbers within business and technical documents. Prerequisite: Computer experience using software that runs in Microsoft Windows. Fee $15
CAB 160 (formerly CAS 160)
3:3:1
Desktop Publishing Concepts and Procedures
Course introduces the components of desktop publishing as used in the modern office, including hardware, software, graphics, typography and design. Content includes the relationship between concepts and applications. Fee $45
CAB 165 (formerly CAS 155)
3:3:3
Desktop Publishing using InDesign
Course introduces desktop publishing program to create and format documents, using desktop publishing technology. Content includes hands-on production of quality documents such as newsletters, brochures, and flyers suitable for publication. Recommended: Keyboarding skill 20 wpm and knowledge of and ability to fully use word processing software. Fee $45
CAB 172 (formerly CAS 217)
3:3:3
Adobe Photoshop
Course
introduces Adobe Photoshop, image-
editing program. Content includes producing high-quality digital images and
manipulating scanned images, as well as outputting color separations and halftones.
Practical exercises with tools to demonstrate capabilities of the Photoshop
program. Recommended: Hands-on experience using Windows software.
Fee $45
CAB 173 (formerly CAS 165)
3:3:3
Desktop Publishing using QuarkXpress
Course introduces QuarkXPress. Topics of software include item run around, text box linking, master pages, libraries, and floating palettes. Hands-on experience using all basic features of program; exposure to advanced features; production of various publications. Recommended: Hands-on experience using Windows software. Fee $45
CAB 175 (formerly CAS 225)
3:3:3
Adobe Illustrator
Course
introduces Adobe Illustrator, industry-
standard tool for graphic designers and technical illustrators. Content includes
various features of object-based drawing application; practical exercises in
basics of object manipulation including reflecting, shearing and blending; additional
content includes subtleties of layering and Bezier’ curves toward creating professional,
computer-based illustrations. Recommended: Hands-on experience using
Windows software. Fee $45
CAB 180 (formerly COT 120)
3:3:0
Automated Office Procedures
Course examines integrated software package. Content includes spreadsheets, databases, calendaring, calculator, notepad, clipboard, electronic mail and scheduling. Additional content includes records management, electronic techniques, telephone usage and decision making. CompuServe used to connect user with commercial databases. Recommended: CAB 120 with minimum grade of C or consent of instructor. Fee $15
CAB 182 (formerly COT 118)
4:4:1
Introduction to Business Telecommunications
Course
presents overview of telecommunications technology. Focus is on electronic mail
and the Internet. Content includes careers in telecommunications and networking,
topologies, transmission media, security, and real world applications used in
industry. Recommended: Hands-on computer experience using software that
runs in Windows.
Fee $15
CAB 184 (formerly COT 140)
3:3:0
Communication Strategies
Course develops strategies for effective communication in business. Content includes skills to plan, organize and develop business correspondence, reports, presentations and visual enhancements; edit and critique business documents; establish oral communication techniques for business situations; conduct meetings; develop dictation skills; create graphics through electronic media; and refine listening techniques. Prerequisite: EGL 101 or entry-level competency for EGL 101 on placement test. Fee $15
CAB 186 (formerly COT 145)
2:2:0
Computer Office Technology Management
Course examines background for assuming responsibilities in supervisory management, integrating technical knowledge, administrative skills and sensitivity in employee relations. Content includes main components in administrative office, including office management, personnel, environment and systems. Prerequisite: Successful completion of a minimum of nine credits in CAB courses with grades of C or better.
CAB 188 (formerly COT 175)
3:3:0
Executive Support Management
Course explores role of executive support management professional. Content includes managing business and work life of executive, systems that support the executive in meeting business, administrative, social, and professional obligations. Focus is on creating comprehensive executive support system.
CAB 225 (formerly CAS 211)
3:3:1
Word Processing Publishing and Web Design
Course reviews advanced features such as macros, and basic desktop publishing features of the word processing software package to create newsletters, flyers, etc. Content includes creating equations, using math, creating a box, importing and using graphics, creating rules, creating and integrating newspaper columns and graphics, and changing fonts. Recommended: CAB 125. Fee $45
CAB 227 (formerly CAS 212)
1:1:1
Using Word to Create a Web Page
Course introduces designing and creating Web pages using Microsoft Word. Content includes how to create and edit Web pages by adding text, color, backgrounds, horizontal lines, bullets, pictures, scrolling text, hyperlinks, and tables; additional content includes exploring the Internet, displaying Web sites, using different browsers, searching for specific information, downloading images, and converting documents to HTML format. Recommended: Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word. Fee $15
CAB 235 (formerly CAS 231)
1:1:1
Advanced Spreadsheeting Using Excel
Course continues CAB 135. Content includes advanced Excel techniques: interfacing with external data sources using XML, locating and resolving errors using Excel auditing tools, tracking and managing changes, and managing collaboration on workbooks. Prerequisite: CAB 135 or consent of instructor. Fee $15
CAB 238 1:1:1
Excel Expert Certification Preparation
Course offers an intensive review of the methods and techniques which should
be on the Microsoft Expert Certification Exam for Excel. This will include
taking actual sample exam questions under both an untimed and timed environment.
Prerequisite: Recent completion of CAB 235 or consent of instructor.
Fee $15
CAB 251 (formerly COT 251)
3:2:10
Internship Experience
Course provides experience in computer-related environment to apply previously learned skills and knowledge to daily work activities. Minimum of ten hours per week; concentrated work with discipline-related Instructor. Weekly classroom meetings to integrate work experience with classroom activities. Prerequisite: Completion of a minimum of 15 credits in CAB with grade of C or better in each course, and consent of instructor, department coordinator or chair.
CAB 265 (formerly CAS 256)
3:3:2
Advanced Desktop Publishing
Course covers advanced applications. Content includes design decisions, graphics creation, scaling and cropping, and typeface options and manipulations. Focus is on coordination of all the components of the publishing process. Student will design, write and produce major project, such as annual report. Prerequisite: CAB 165 or CAB 173 with a minimum grade of C. Fee $45
CAB 272 (formerly CAS 218)
3:3:3
Advanced Adobe Photoshop
Course continues Photoshop usage and image manipulation presented in CAB 172 (formerly CAS 217); focus is on final output. Content includes using Photoshop special effects and filter in projects; features available in Photoshop for Web site construction. Recommended: CAB 172. Fee $45
CAB 275 (formerly CAS 226)
3:3:1
Advanced Adobe Illustrator
Course expands use of basic Illustrator tools to create projects common to commercial graphic art production. Content includes introduction to color management, technical illustration, map making and charts, Web images, point of purchase. Focus is on building a portfolio using Adobe Illustrator as a tool. Recommended: CAB 175. Fee $45
CAB 281 (formerly CAS 255)
3:3:2
Software for Graphic Design
Course will allow the student to operate and learn current illustration and design software packages. Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator are used along with QuarkXpress or InDesign. Recommended: Hands-on experience using Windows software and CAB 175 with a minimum grade of C. Fee $45
CAB 283 (formerly CAS 219)
2:2:2
Animation Techniques in Desktop Publishing
Course presents overview of three-dimensional visualization and animation techniques. Content includes survey of current software available in graphics market; unique features of each package explored. Practical applications on representative software programs completed. Prerequisite: CAS 225 or CAB 175 or consent of instructor. Fee $30
CAB 290 (formerly COT 290)
1-4:0-4:0-4
Topics in Computer Applications for Business
Course designed to meet the needs for specialized instruction in current office automation topics. Topics will be identified for each section of course. May be repeated up to three times on different topics for a maximum of nine semester credit hours. Prerequisite may vary by topic. Fee Varies
(Also see Mechanical Design/CAD)
CAD
105
4: 3: 2
Industrial Design Engineering
Course introduces industrial design, and its place in the manufacturing process. Content includes design visualization, creation, and application of 3-D computer-generated models in today’s manufacturing, communication, and publishing industries; creating a 3-D computer model component design from original idea, pencil sketching, and concept analysis, to use of surface and solid modeling software; use of Boolean operations in model construction and editing, display commands, detailing, geometric translation, rendering and presentation. Fee $40
CAD 110
1:1:0
AutoCAD Release Update
Course allows the student to be comfortable with a new interface. Content includes new features of the software. Intended for those whose understanding of beginning AutoCAD topics (see CAD 116) was learned on an earlier release than what is currently offered in the core AutoCAD sequence. Recommended: CAD 116. Fee $25
CAD 116
3:2:2
Basic AutoCAD
Course is first of three in drafting and design using AutoCAD software. Content includes setting up a drawing electronically; drawing and editing; construction techniques; display commands; effective layering; dimensioning and detailing; using blocks, and plotting. Fee $70
CAD 117
4:4:0
Intermediate AutoCAD
Course is second of three in AutoCAD. Content includes assigning attributes to blocks; using external references; grouping and filtering entities, and slide shows; three-dimensional (3D) topics cover dynamic viewing, defining coordinate systems, extrusions, wireframe modeling, surface modeling; introduction in to solid modeling. Recommended: CAD 116 or consent of instructor. Fee $70
CAD 118
4:4:0
Advanced AutoCAD
The last course in the core AutoCAD sequence follows up on solid modeling topics, including an introduction to parametric design and rendering. The focus of the course is productively customizing AutoCAD, including customization of menus, toolbars, and digitizers. The Auto LISP programming language is also introduced. Recommended: CAD 117 or consent of instructor. Fee $70
CAD 130
3:2:2
Pro/Engineer I
Course introduces Pro/Engineer Computer-Aided Design software. Focus is on acquiring the skills needed to operate any 3-D CAD system. Content includes basic commands used in parametric design, to develop spatial visualization skill and ability to create and understand industrial designs; designing in 3-D solids; parametrics; design for assembly, and 3-D drawing documentation. Hands-on course includes creating 3-D assemblies and detail drawings to go from art to part utilizing solid modeling techniques.$55
CAD 140 4:3:2
CAD Introduction to Building Systems – HVAC
Course in CAD for Facilities Management or Facilities Engineering focuses on
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC), and fire protection systems.
Course covers layout and creation of computer-generated models as they apply
to building's mechanical systems. Topics include fundamentals of the development
of construction drawings using CAD for HVAC, and fire protection systems. (Course
does not include engineering aspects of design but only the layout and drafting
using CAD.) Students cannot receive credit for both CAD 140 and FME 140.
Fee $75
CAD 220
4:3:2
CAD Introduction to Building Systems – Revit
Revit enables students to create full 3D architectural project models and place
them in working drawings. Class focuses on the basic tools that the majority
of users will need to work with. Topics include creating floor plans, adding
views, adding various building components, and creating sheets for plotting.
Recommended: Knowledge of CAD drafting.
Fee $75
CAD 131
3:2:2
Pro/Engineer II
Course presents advanced treatment of commands used in computer-aided design. Content includes attributes, 3-D modeling, macro programming, and customizing menus. Specific software covered to be announced. Recommended: CAD 130. Fee $55
CAD 210
4: 3: 2
Advanced Industrial Design Engineering
Course continues IDE 110, to increase skills for creating prototypes of computer models using 3-D modeling software. Hands-on lab course involves critical thinking skills related to industrial design and manufacturing. Content includes industrial techniques such as extrusions, laser cutting, fasteners, welding, sheet metal production, injection molding, and stereo lithography; production process utilizing computer-controlled machining centers and prototyping equipment. Recommended: CAD 105. Fee $40
CAD 223
3:3:0
Introduction to 3D Studio MAX
Course introduces 3D Studio MAX, the leading software in its field, preferred choice of animators, designers and engineers. Content includes capabilities of animation and rendering features as used in such diverse applications as engineering and architectural visualization, accident recreation and multimedia presentations. Fee $50
CAD 230
3:2:2
Introduction to SolidWorks
Course explores the theory and application of solid modeling techniques for product design and manufacturing, using SolidWorks parametric modeling software. Content includes transforming computer sketches into three-dimensional features; parametric modeling techniques further explored to create computer models of plastic molded parts; casting; and sheet metal; photorealistic rendering and animation of three-dimensional models to visually communicate design ideas. Fee $55
CAD 231
3:2:2
Advanced SolidWorks
Course is advanced exploration of the theory and application of solid modeling techniques for product design and manufacturing using SolidWorks. Content includes photorealistic rendering of computer models; animation, and advanced computer modeling techniques; design topics such as molded parts, sheet metal, detail drawings, and assemblies. Recommended: CAD 230. Fee $55
CAD 240
3:2:2
Introduction to Autodesk Inventor
Course explores issues in the field of computer-aided design using Autodesk Inventor. Content includes basic parametric modeling techniques using sketching tools; creating basic three-dimensional parts, assemblies, and 3-D presentations. Fee $70
CAD 241
3:2:2
Advanced Autodesk Inventor
Course is advanced exploration of topics in Autodesk Inventor. Content includes student projects encompassing parametric modeling, 3-D sketching, surfacing, database functions, and simulating motion; advanced study in 3-D modeling techniques and database techniques also covered. Recommended: CAD 240. Fee $55
CAD 290
1-4:0-4:0-4
Topics in Computer-Aided Design
Course explores major issues in the field of Computer-Aided Design. Topics will be selected from the following subspecialties as they relate to the design process: up-and-coming CAD software packages, animation, multimedia, Internet, and simulation. Course has different focus and/or scope from other courses currently offered in the department and can be repeated on different topics up to three times for up to nine semester hours of credit. Prerequisite may vary by topic. Fee Varies
Computer Application Software
(See Computer Applications for Business)
CHI 101
4:3:2
Beginning Chinese I
Course
develops basic skills of Mandarin Chinese within the context of Chinese culture.
Content includes listening comprehension, pronunciation, reading and writing
of Chinese characters, and understanding grammar, No prior study of the language
presumed. Recommended that experienced students discuss proper placement with
instructor.
Fee $20
CHI 102
4:3:2
Beginning Chinese II
Course further develops reading, writing and speaking skills of standard modern Mandarin. Content includes introduction to grammar, 500 Chinese characters, and 1200 compounds. Prerequisite: CHI 101 or consent of instructor. Fee $20
CHI 105
3:2:2
Conversational Chinese
Course provides practice in conversational Mandarin Chinese to develop oral facility. Content includes specially designed exercises in pronunciation, tones, and vocabulary development. Oral presentations and class discussions of life in China. Prerequisite: CHI 102 or consent of instructor. Fee $20
CHI 201
4:3:2
Intermediate Chinese I
Course expands knowledge of culture and language. Content includes etymology of Chinese words, Chinese geography, history, society, literature, and philosophy. Further development of skills in reading and writing, and practice in everyday conversational Mandarin Chinese. Prerequisite: CHI 102 or consent of instructor. Fee $20
CHI 202
4:3:2
Intermediate Chinese II
Course introduces Chinese customs, history, society and literature. Content includes reading and writing 1900 Chinese characters, translating paragraphs into English, and writing short essays and summaries of short stories. Prerequisite: CHI 201 or consent of instructor. Fee $20
IAI H1 900
CHM 101
4:3:3
Introduction to General College Chemistry
Course
introduces the basic concepts and language of chemistry; includes lectures and
weekly hands-on laboratory. Content includes classification, properties and
states of matter; measurements; atomic structure and bonding; properties of
gases; chemical reactions and stoichiometry. Similar to CHM 105, but more in-depth
coverage of fewer topics. Credit cannot be received for both CHM 101 and CHM
105. Recommended: COL 101. Prerequisite: MAT 052 or MAT 114 with minimum grade
of C, or higher MAT course, or consent of instructor. Fee $40
IAI P1 902L
CHM 105
4:3:3
Elements of Chemistry
Course
is one-semester survey of concepts of general, organic and biochemistry. Content
includes classification, properties and states of matter; atomic structure and
bonding; reactions of some inorganic compounds; a survey of functional groups,
structure and properties of organic and biochemical compounds. Intended for
students preparing for nursing and certain other health career programs. Credit
cannot be received in both CHM 101 and CHM 105. Prerequisite: MAT 052
or MAT 114, with minimum grade of C, or higher MAT course or consent of instructor.
Fee $40
IAI P1 902L
CHM 121
4:3:3
General College Chemistry I
Course is first of two semester sequence (CHM 121 and CHM122). Content includes the periodic table of elements, atomic structure, basic concepts of quantum theory, stoichiometry of compounds and reactions, thermochemistry, molecular structure, bonding, intermolecular interactions, the gaseous state, and solutions. Weekly hands-on lab activities. Intended for students enrolled in science and/or pre-professional curricula. Recommended: MAT 140 or MAT 149. Prerequisites: MAT 120 with minimum grade of C, or consent of instructor; and one year of high school chemistry or CHM 101 or CHM 105 with minimum grade of C, or consent of instructor. Fee $40
IAI P1 902L
CHM 122
4:3:3
General College Chemistry II
Course continues CHM 121. Content includes kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acid-base theory and equilibria, solubility equilibria, electrochemistry, thermodynamics, nuclear chemistry, coordination compounds, and an introduction to organic and biochemistry. Weekly laboratory activities. Prerequisite: MAT 140 or MAT 149 with minimum grade of C, and CHM 121 with minimum grade of C, or consent of instructor. Fee $40
CHM 207
5:3:4
Elementary Organic Chemistry
Course is one-semester survey of organic chemistry. Content includes an introduction and overview of the structure, nomenclature, properties, preparation, and reactions of the main organic functional groups; introduces biochemistry, including categories of bio-molecules and pharmaceuticals. Two weekly hands-on lab sessions. Intended for those whose curriculum requires only one semester of organic chemistry. Prerequisite: CHM 101, or CHM 105, or CHM 121, with minimum grade of C in all courses, or consent of instructor. Fee $45
CHM 221
4:3:3
Organic Chemistry I
Course is first of two-course sequence (CHM 221 and CHM 222). Content presents theories, structures, and reactions of organic chemistry, including the properties of various functional groups; bonding and structure of organic molecules; properties and reactions of aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons and alkyl halides; stereochemistry; spectroscopy, including infrared and nuclear magnetic resonance; reaction intermediates and mechanisms such as nucleophilic substitutions and electrophilic additions; and multi-step organic synthesis. Weekly hands-on lab activities including preparations, separations, and identifications of organic compounds. Identical to CHM 223 except that CHM 221 includes one three-hour laboratory per week, rather than two three-hour laboratory periods per week. Prerequisite: CHM 122 or CHM 207, with minimum grade of C in all courses, or consent of instructor. Fee $40
CHM 222
4:3:3
Organic Chemistry II
Course is second of two-course sequence (CHM 221 and CHM 222). Content includes study of structure, nomenclature, properties and reactions of alcohols and phenols, aldehydes and ketones, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, amines, condensation reactions, polymers, and biomolecules. Weekly hands-on laboratory activities including preparations, separations, and identifications of organic compounds. It is identical to CHM 224 except that CHM 222 includes one three-hour lab per week, rather than the two three-hour labs per week. Prerequisite: CHM 221, or CHM 223, with minimum grade of C in all courses, or consent of instructor. Fee $40
CHM 223
5:3:6
Organic Chemistry I
Course is first of two-course sequence (CHM 223 and CHM 224). Content presents theories, structures, and reactions of organic chemistry, including the properties of various functional groups; bonding and structure of organic molecules; properties and reactions of aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons and alkyl halides; stereochemistry; spectroscopy, including infrared and nuclear magnetic resonance; reaction intermediates and mechanisms such as nucleophilic substitutions and electrophilic additions; and multi-step organic synthesis. Weekly hands-on lab activities including preparations, separations, and identifications of organic compounds. Identical to CHM 221 except that CHM 223 includes two three-hour labs per week, rather than one three-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: CHM 122, or CHM 207, with minimum grade of C, or consent of instructor. Fee $50
CHM 224
5:3:6
Organic Chemistry II
Course is second of two-course sequence (CHM 223 and CHM 224). Content includes study of structure, nomenclature, properties and reactions of alcohols and phenols, aldehydes and ketones, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, amines, condensation reactions, polymers, and biomolecules. Weekly hands-on lab activities including preparations, separations, and identifications of organic compounds. Identical to CHM 222 except that CHM 224 includes two three-hour labs per week, rather than one three-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: CHM 221, or CHM 223, with minimum grade of C, or consent of instructor. Fee $50
CHM 229
3:3:0
Biochemistry (non-laboratory course)
Course introduces molecules, macromolecules, and processes found in living organisms. Content includes structures of amino acids, nucleotides, lipids, and sugars; corresponding macromolecular structures, i.e., proteins, nucleic acids, membranes, and polysaccharides as related to their biological functions; kinetics and mechanism of enzymatic reactions, the central metabolic pathways, the genetic code and developments in biotechnology. Recommended: BIO 101 or higher BIO course. Prerequisite: CHM 207, or CHM 224, or CHM 222, with minimum grade of C in all courses, or consent of instructor.
CHM 230 (formerly CHM 220)
5:3:4
Biochemistry
Course introduces molecules, macromolecules, and processes found in living organisms. Content includes structures of amino acids, nucleotides, lipids, and sugars; corresponding macromolecular structures, i.e., proteins, nucleic acids, membranes, and polysaccharides as related to their biological functions; kinetics and mechanism of enzymatic reactions, the central metabolic pathways, the genetic code and developments in biotechnology. Identical to CHM 229 except that CHM 230 includes weekly hands-on laboratory activities. Recommended: BIO 101 or higher BIO course. Prerequisite: CHM 207, or CHM 222, or CHM 224, with minimum grade of C in all courses, or consent of instructor. Fee $40
CHM 240
2:0:4
Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Laboratory Research
Course provides undergraduate research experience in an interdisciplinary course co-listed with BIO 240. Team-taught by faculty from several disciplines. Content includes active participation in a research experience that involves performing experiments, collecting data, analyzing results; interacting with other students and professors in their research; reading and critiquing research articles in the same research area and presenting at the end of the semester. Course can be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Fee $50
CHM 290
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Topics in Chemistry
Course meets special interest needs of CHM students. Special topics offered for variable credit from one to four semester credit hours. Students may repeat CHM 290 up to three times on different topics for a maximum of nine semester credit hours. Prerequisite may vary by topic. Fee varies
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