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(C)	City Campus	F/S	Fall and Spring
(N)	North Campus	SS	Summer Session
(S)	South Campus	F+	Offered every other Fall
F	Fall	S+	Offered every other Spring
S	Spring	N	Non-Credit

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Sociology
	SO 202 - Sociology of the Family Credit Hours: 3 An analysis of various aspects of relationships and family life, including dating and mate selection, marriage, sexuality, gender, parenting and child rearing, divorce, work and abuse. We will look at the great diversity of families in America (including ethnic, social class and cultural differences) and ways changes in American society have affected the family. Fulfills SUNY General Education – Social Sciences. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course the student will be able to: define the family and marriage; explain sociological theories in relation to the study of marriage and family; identify how societal changes have affected families, changes in role expectations, relationships, etc.; make the distinction between love and sexual expression; identify the role of communication in the family and marriage; describe what factors must be considered in making a decision to be a parent; define what family violence is and why it occurs; explain the affects of separation and divorce on adults and children; and how remarriage and stepfamilies differ from first marriages. Prerequisites: One of the following: AN 102, PS 100, SO 100 F/S (C, N, S)
	SO 203 - Capital: Origins of the Modern World System Credit Hours: 3 This seminar involves a close and critical reading of volume one of Karl Marx’s Capital as a way into understanding the origins of the modern world system. Special attention will be paid to Marx’s integrated social science, the weaving together of sociology, economics, history and politics (and even philosophy), and to his extensive scholarship. Indeed, Marx’s work in Capital is also studied as a model of scholarship. Fulfills SUNY General Education – Social Sciences. Course Outcomes At the end of the course, the student should be able to explain: categories such as exchange-value, use-value, value, and surplus value as distinguished from more commonsensical or mainstream terms such as worth, value, and price; the historical development of exchange and money in the context of and as a consequence of major social transformations; the development of the modern world system as a result of the decay of feudal social relations; the role of historical periodization in social scientific thought; the origins of the industrial and scientific/technological revolutions in the context of the modern world system; the distinction between the characteristics of generalized commodity production from all previous historical periods in which commodities were produced; why capitalism may be viewed as the most revolutionary social system in world history; the relationship between capital accumulation and the development of 17th to 19th century colonialism; a dialectical materialist approach to the development of knowledge and real relations; the application of such concepts as negation and negation of the negation as they apply to social forces; the role of abstraction in the development of new knowledge; alienation in modern society; commodity fetishism in modern society; and historical materialist methodology as it applies to the analyses of social transformations. Prerequisites: Any AN, EC, HI, SO course OR participation in the Honors program OR permission of the instructor. F (C, N, S)
Spanish
	SP 110 - Elementary Spanish I Credit Hours: 4.5 For students with little or no exposure to the language or one year of high school Spanish. Comprehension of basic grammar principles is stressed, along with aural comprehension and oral expression. Writing of simple Spanish sentences is done from the beginning. Students will participate in laboratory work as selected by the individual campus. Fulfills SUNY General Education – Foreign Language. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will: comprehend and utilize fundamental vocabulary in speech, reading and writing; utilize basic grammatical structures of the language; understand, read and write basic Spanish; converse in the language on a basic level; recognize the cultural diversity of the people who speak the language; and acquire knowledge of the areas of the world where the language is spoken. Cycles (C, N, S)
	SP 111 - Elementary Spanish II Credit Hours: 4.5 Continuation of SP 110. For students with up to three years of high school Spanish or did not pass the third year of NYS Regents or successful completion of SP 110. Comprehension of basic grammar principles is stressed, along with aural comprehension and oral expression. Writing of simple Spanish sentences is done from the beginning. Students will participate in laboratory work as selected by the individual campus. Fulfills SUNY General Education – Foreign Language. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will: comprehend and utilize fundamental vocabulary in speech, reading and writing; utilize basic grammatical structures of the language; understand, read and write basic Spanish; converse in the language on a basic level; recognize the cultural diversity of the people who speak the language; and acquire knowledge of the areas of the world where the language is spoken. Cycles (C, N, S)
	SP 112 - Intermediate Spanish I Credit Hours: 3.5 A continuation of the grammar structure of the Spanish language with emphasis on the subjunctive mood and compound indicative tenses. Students will be required to prepare written and oral work as assigned by the professor. The course content will expand the vocabulary and sentence structure beyond the basic level and establish a solid foundation in the language. For students who passed the third year high school NYS Regents or equivalency of study in the language or successful completion of SP 111. Fulfills SUNY General Education – Foreign Language. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will: comprehend and utilize fundamental vocabulary in speech, reading and writing; utilize grammatical structures of the language; understand, read and write basic to intermediate Spanish; converse in the language on a basic to intermediate level; recognize the cultural diversity of the people who speak the language; and acquire knowledge of the areas of the world where the language is spoken. Prerequisites: SP 110, SP 111 or the equivalent. Cycles (C, N, S)
	SP 201 - Spanish Composition I Credit Hours: 3 Based on varied readings, the course is aimed at raising the level of proficiency in oral and written expression. Topics, directly or indirectly suggested by the readings done in the course, will be given for discussion by the students. These topics will be given as written assignments either individually or collectively. Fulfills SUNY General Education – Foreign Language. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will : demonstrate intermediate to advanced proficiency in oral communication in Spanish; demonstrate intermediate to advanced proficiency in written communication in Spanish, including the ability to analyze a problem and synthesize a solution through appropriate research; the ability to integrate emerging technologies into research and communication; and the ability to demonstrate an understanding of core concepts and research methods. demonstrate the ability to engage in critical thinking; and demonstrate a global awareness of the target culture’s presence in the world. Prerequisites: SP 205, SP 112 Cycles (C, N, S)
	SP 202 - Spanish Composition II Credit Hours: 3 Continuation of SP 201. Based on varied readings, the course is aimed at raising the level of proficiency in oral and written expression. Topics, directly or indirectly suggested by the readings done in the course, will be given for discussion by the students. These topics will be given as written assignments either individually or collectively. Fulfills SUNY General Education – Foreign Language. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will : demonstrate advanced proficiency in oral communication in Spanish; demonstrate advanced proficiency in written communication in Spanish, including the ability to analyze a problem and synthesize a solution through appropriate research; the ability to integrate emerging technologies into research and communication; and the ability to demonstrate an understanding of core concepts and research methods. demonstrate the ability to engage in critical thinking; and demonstrate a global awareness of the target culture’s presence in the world. Prerequisites: SP 201 or equivalent or permission of the instructor. Cycles (C, N, S)
	SP 205 - Introduction to Spanish Literature Credit Hours: 3 Basic works by authors from various Spanish speaking countries will be read. Oral and written work will focus on the comprehension of the text, the background of the author and writings will be assigned relative to the readings. An overall review of the grammatical structure of the language will be included. Fulfills SUNY General Education – Foreign Language. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will: comprehend and utilize fundamental vocabulary in speech, reading and writing; utilize grammatical structures of the language; understand, read and write basic to intermediate Spanish; converse in the language on a basic to intermediate level; recognize the cultural diversity of the people who speak the language; and acquire knowledge of the areas of the world where the language is spoken. Prerequisites: SP 110, SP 111 or the equivalent. Cycles (C, N, S)
	SP 206 - Spanish Literature in Translation Credit Hours: 3 The course will introduce the student to literary works written in Spanish and available in English. Techniques for the translation of texts will be discussed and some translations will be done under the direction of the instructor. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will: become familiar with particular works of Spanish literature; be acquainted with general principles of translation; translate parts of novels and short stories from Spanish into English; be able to analyze critically from a literary perspective; and be able to do basic research of literary works. Prerequisites: Student must possess a solid background in Spanish which may include, but is not limited to three years of successful high school study or the satisfactory completion of SP 112 or above. Cycles (C, N, S)
Telecommunications Technology
	TE 101 - Computer Applications in Telecommunications Credit Hours: 3 This course is designed to provide students with a basic orientation to computer hardware and to teach the implementation of Microsoft Office software and other applications used in networking, telecommunications, and normal business environments. Students will become proficient with using the computer as a personal productivity tool while learning the latest Microsoft Office software. The topics will include the use of the Windows operating system; file management, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. Laboratory exercises will be required. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: explain the differences between operating system software and application software; explain how to view, organize, move and rename files using the current Microsoft operating systems; use various software packages to create documents, spreadsheets, graphs, databases and presentations; recognize the procedure to obtain help and online help for Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint software; describe the procedure to cut, copy and paste text using Microsoft Word software; describe the procedure to create and insert a table into a using Microsoft Word document; understand and explain the difference between relative and absolute cell references in Microsoft Excel; explain how to produce a chart from data using Microsoft Excel; describe the procedure for creating a presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint; and explain how to insert text, clip art, pictures and charts into a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation; present current and emerging technologies in telecommunications to a residential or commercial client; and address fair use of copyrighted materials and media in an academic environment. F/S (S)
	TE 110 - Intro to Telecommunications Credit Hours: 3 Intro to Telecommunications presents an introduction to the techniques, principles, terminology and equipment used in telecommunications technology. Public and private telecommunication networks will be examined. Telecommunications equipment, media, switching, transmission technology, and structured cabling will be demonstrated. The frequency spectrum, modulation schemes and multiplexing techniques will be explored. Lectures, interactive learning tools and demonstrations will be employed. Laboratory exercises will be required. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: articulate the fundamental concepts of telecommunications such as bandwidth, capacity and data rates; use the various color codes for cable and component recognition; be proficient at terminating wire connections using solderless-type connectors; describe basic communications concepts including networks, telephone equipment, multiplexing, switching, and transmissions media; express concepts in language appropriate to the telecommunications field; read and understand subject related literature; calculate communications parameters such as decibels, frequency, signal bandwidth and channel capacity; be proficient using basic telecommunications test equipment; and be familiar with installation of structured cabling. The student will further develop the following course competencies: problem solving, teamwork, project leadership, quality, contextual learning, technology and service delivery, and customer focus. Prerequisites: TE 101 or permission of the instructor. F/S (S)
	TE 111 - Telecommunications I - Verizon Credit Hours: 4 This course is designed to train students in the organization, architecture, setup, maintenance, hardware and software aspects of local area networks. Topics include, but are not limited to, the following: introduction to networks; types and characteristics of different network architectures and network topologies; intra and inter-network devices; network operating systems; peer-to-peer and client/server environments; LAN setup and maintenance, network printing; and internal web server. A hands-on approach will be taken, with team projects throughout. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: describe LAN organization and operation; describe the purpose and function of various LAN protocols; describe the purpose and function of LAN interconnection technologies; use LANs for data communications; use network analysis software to view, verify, and troubleshoot network traffic conditions; work productively as a team, practicing project leadership, interpersonal skills and conflict resolution in a networked environment; and practice problem solving via the planning, organization and delivery of projects in a networked environment. Prerequisites: TE 101 or permission of the instructor. F (S)
	TE 130 - Electrical Circuits Credit Hours: 4 Students will learn the fundamental theories of electricity in preparation for further study into their applications in the field of electronics. The basic electrical concepts of current, voltage, resistance, capacitance and inductance will be introduced for both DC and AC circuits. Circuit behavior will be observed using Ohm’s Law and Kirchoff’s Laws. Series, parallel and combinational circuits will be analyzed. Power relationships in electrical circuits will be studied. Frequency effects, such as sine wave voltage, filtering and resonance will be explored. Electromagnetic properties and their applications will be studied. Circuits will be tested and measured using both hardware and software simulation resources. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able: explain voltage, current and resistance as individual electrical concepts; apply voltage, current, resistance values into Ohm’s/Kirchoff’s Laws to describe circuit behavior; analyze dc and ac circuits to solve for unknown quantities of current, voltage resistance, impedance and/or reactance; explain the use of physical devices including resistors, capacitors, inductors and transformers in practical circuits; identify common electrical hardware components/systems and their values; read electrical schematics proficiently; assemble hardware devices using proper connections and the appropriate supply power; use measurement techniques of common electrical test equipment; wire, test and analyze electrical circuits using an industry standard software package; recognize series, parallel and combination circuit relationships; understand and explain how power is generated, measured and used in an electrical circuit; show competence in discussing ac circuit concepts such as reactance, impedance, resonance and power relationships; and select reactive components for power factor correction. F (S)
	TE 131 - Electrical Circuits - Verizon Credit Hours: 4 Students will learn the fundamental theories of electricity in preparation for further study into their applications in the field of electronics. The basic electrical concepts of current, voltage, resistance, capacitance and inductance will be introduced for both DC and AC circuits. Circuit behavior will be observed using Ohm’s Law and Kirchoff’s Laws. Series, parallel and combinational circuits will be analyzed. Power relationships in electrical circuits will be studied. Frequency effects, such as sine wave voltage, filtering and resonance will be explored. Electromagnetic properties and their applications will be studied. Circuits will be tested and measured using both hardware and software simulation resources. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able: express electrical quantities in appropriate numerical representations using scientific and engineering notation; explain voltage, current and resistance as individual electrical concepts; apply voltage, current, resistance values into Ohm’s/Kirchoff’s Laws to describe circuit behavior; analyze dc and ac circuits to solve for unknown quantities of current, voltage resistance, impedance and/or reactance; explain the use of physical devices including resistors, capacitors, inductors and transformers in practical circuits; identify common electrical hardware components/systems and their values; read electrical schematics proficiently; assemble hardware devices using proper connections and the appropriate supply power; use measurement techniques of common electrical test equipment; wire, test and analyze electrical circuits using an industry standard software package; recognize series, parallel and combination circuit relationships; understand and explain how power is generated, measured and used in an electrical circuit; show competence in discussing ac circuit concepts such as reactance, impedance, resonance and power relationships; and select reactive components for power factor correction. F (S)
	TE 135 - Electronics I Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of electronic systems. Topics include semiconductors and integrated circuits. Students will investigate the common electronic functions used throughout the field by observation of typical input/output signal relationships. Included are general amplifier concepts, half and full wave linear power supplies, source and load regulation, filtering, frequency response concepts, amplifier classes, operational amplifiers, electro-optical devices, and switching power supplies. Circuits will be built, tested, and measured to observe basic electronic principles using hardware and software simulation resources. Applications of electronics in telecommunications are stressed. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: describe the operation of transformers applied to power supplies; understand and explain in general how semiconductors operate and how they differ from traditional electrical components; describe the operation and applications of diodes applied to linear power supplies; build, design and test half-wave and full-wave linear power supplies; observe and describe source and load voltage regulation; use hardware and computer simulation software to wire and test electronic circuits; describe switching power supply operation; analyze and design inverting and non-inverting IC Op Amp circuits for a specified gain; identify, describe, and calculate the behavior of specialty Op Amp circuits such as comparators, window comparators, summing amps, scaling amps, averaging amps circuits; explain frequency concepts in electronics; describe the characteristics of light radiation and the operation of special purpose diodes such as LEDs and lasers; and explain amplifier concepts, input and output impedance, gain in ratio and in decibels. Prerequisites: TE 130 S (S)
	TE 136 - Electronics I - Verizon Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of electronic systems. Topics include semiconductors and integrated circuits. Students will investigate the common electronic functions used throughout the field by observation of typical input/output signal relationships. Included are general amplifier concepts, half and full wave linear power supplies, source and load regulation, filtering, frequency response concepts, amplifier classes, operational amplifiers, electro-optical devices, and switching power supplies. Circuits will be built, tested, and measured to observe basic electronic principles using hardware and software simulation resources. Applications of electronics in telecommunications are stressed. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: understand and explain in general how semiconductors operate and how they differ from traditional electrical components; describe the operation and applications of diodes applied to linear power supplies; build, design and test half-wave and full-wave linear power supplies; observe and describe source and load voltage regulation; use hardware and computer simulation software to wire and test electronic circuits; describe switching power supply operation; analyze and design inverting and non-inverting IC Op Amp circuits for a specified gain; identify, describe, and calculate the behavior of specialty Op Amp circuits such as comparators, window comparators, summing amps, scaling amps, averaging amps circuits; explain frequency concepts in electronics; describe the characteristics of light radiation and the operation of special purpose diodes such as LEDs and lasers; explain amplifier concepts, input and output impedance, gain in ratio and in decibels. Prerequisites: TE 131 F (S)
	TE 145 - Digital I Credit Hours: 4 The first third of this course is an introduction to basic concepts in digital electronics, including topics in gates, logic circuits, Boolean algebra, number systems, encoders, decoders and arithmetic circuits. The rest of this course examines the organization, architecture and hardware aspects of digital computer systems. Topics include an introduction to different microprocessor architecture, PC system organization and operating systems, PC cases and power supplies, motherboards, bus structures, memory, I/O interface devices, disk drives and video displays. Laboratory exercises in digital electronics and computer systems will be required. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: design, construct and test digital logic circuits to meet the demands of any four input logic circuits; simulate simple logic circuits using application software; describe the relationship between digital and analog quantities; describe digital computer organization and operation including the CPU, motherboard, and memory; and explain different types of primary and secondary storage devices. Prerequisites: TE 101 or permission of instructor S (S)
	TE 146 - Digital I - Verizon Credit Hours: 4 The first third of this course is an introduction to basic concepts in digital electronics, including topics in gates, logic circuits, Boolean algebra, number systems, encoders, decoders and arithmetic circuits. The rest of this course examines the organization, architecture and hardware aspects of digital computer systems. Topics include an introduction to different microprocessor architecture, PC system organization and operating systems, PC cases and power supplies, motherboards, bus structures, memory, I/O interface devices, disk drives and video displays. Laboratory exercises in digital electronics and computer systems will be required. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: simulate simple logic circuits using application software; describe the relationship between digital and analog quantities; describe digital computer organization and operation including the CPU, motherboard, and memory; and explain different types of primary and secondary storage devices. Prerequisites: TE 101 or permission of Instructor S (S)
	TE 180 - IT Essentials I Credit Hours: 3 This course introduces the fundamentals of computer technology, networking, and security, and will teach the skills required to identify hardware, peripheral, networking, and security components. By the end of this course, students will understand the basic functionality of the operating system and basic troubleshooting methodology, practice proper safety procedures, and will effectively interact with customers and peers. This course also helps students prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification exams, which cover the fundamentals of computer technology, networking, and security, and validate the communications skills and professionalism required of all entry-level IT professionals. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: identify types and characteristics of PC components, including motherboard, CPU, memory, and storage, input, and output devices; install and configure peripheral devices; identify types and characteristics of portable computers; analyze and trouble-shoot digital systems used in the creation and transport of digital information and conversion to analog output; install and configure current Microsoft Windows operating systems; perform basic PC hardware maintenance and troubleshooting; demonstrate fundamental principles of securing IT systems and working safely; communicate effectively with customers; and implement fundamental principles of connection to LANs and Internet access. F/S (S)
	TE 181 - IT Essentials II Credit Hours: 3 This course will introduce skills required to install, configure, upgrade, and maintain PC workstations, the Windows OS and SOHO networks. Students will utilize troubleshooting techniques and tools to effectively and efficiently resolve PC, OS, and network connectivity issues and implement security practices. This course also helps students prepare for the CompTIA A+ Practical Application exam, which builds on the CompTIA A+ Essentials knowledge and skills, with more of a hands-on orientation and scenarios in which troubleshooting and tools must be applied to resolve problems. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: install, configure and maintain personal computer components; detect problems, troubleshoot and repair/replace personal computer and laptop components; analyze and trouble-shoot digital systems used in the creation and transport of digital information and conversion to analog output; select and use the proper tools; detect and resolve common printer issues; select the appropriate commands and options to troubleshoot and resolve problems; differentiate between Windows Operating System directory structures; select and use system utilities / tools and evaluate the results; troubleshoot client-side network connectivity issues using appropriate tools; install and configure a small office home office (SOHO) network; prevent, troubleshoot and remove viruses and malware; and implement security and troubleshoot common issues. Prerequisites: TE 180 or permission of the instructor. F/S (S)
	TE 185 - Network Fundamentals Credit Hours: 3 This is the first of four courses in the CCNA track and is intended to teach students the fundamentals of computer networks and provide students with the starting point for learning to design, build, and troubleshoot computer networks. This course is also designed, in part, to prepare students for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and the Cisco Certified Entry-Level (CCENT) exams. CCNA certification validates a person’s ability to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot medium-size routed and switched networks, including implementation and verification of connections to remote sites in a WAN. Course topics include, but are not limited to, focus on IP Networks, Network Devices, OSI, TCP/IP and IP Addressing, LAN/WAN Topology and Design, and Router and Switch IOS Basics. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: understand and describe the devices and services used to support communications in data networks and the Internet; understand and describe the importance of addressing and naming schemes at various layers of data networks in IPv4 and IPv6 environments; design, calculate, and apply subnet masks and addresses to fulfill given requirements in IPv4 and IPv6 networks; explain fundamental Ethernet concepts such as media, services, and operations; build a simple Ethernet network using routers and switches; use Cisco command-line interface (CLI) commands to perform basic router and switch configurations; and utilize common network utilities to verify small network operations and analyze data traffic. F/S (S)
	TE 211 - Telecommunications III Credit Hours: 4 This course describes the architecture, components and operation of routers and switches. Students analyze, configure, verify and troubleshoot the primary routing protocols RIPv1, RIPv2, EIGRP and OSPF. The course also explains how to configure switches for basic functionality and how to implement Virtual LANs, VTP and Inter-VLAN routing in a converged network. Wireless networks are also explored. Laboratory exercises will be required. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: describe video delivery system organization and operation; describe the purpose and function of various video related protocols; describe the purpose and function of video delivery interconnection technologies; use LANs / WANs for converged (voice, video and data) communications; use network analysis software to view, verify, and troubleshoot network traffic conditions; work productively as a team, practicing project leadership, interpersonal skills and conflict resolution in a networked environment; and practice problem solving via the planning, organization and delivery of projects in a networked environment. Prerequisites: TE 210 or permission of the instructor. S (S)
	TE 212 - Telecommunications IV Credit Hours: 3 A survey of current and emerging technologies in telecommunications will be presented. Topics included are telecommunications access and transport technologies, VOIP, wireless communications and network security. Lectures, interactive learning, demonstration and site visits will be employed. Laboratory exercises will be required. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: explain Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) transmission and cell structure; describe Synchronous Optical Network (SONET) transport and frame structure; demonstrate the Digital Subscriber Line (xDSL) access technology; analyze Frame Relay access; clarify modern modulation techniques and applications; illustrate fiber optic access technologies (FTTx) and fiber networks; define wireless telecommunications methods and systems; compare services over IP; explain cryptography; understand computer and network security; and research and present details of a new communications technology; analyze and trouble-shoot digital systems used in the creation and transport of digital information and conversion to analog output; use various software packages to create documents, spreadsheets, graphs, databases and presentations; design voice, data, LAN and WAN telecommunications networks; demonstrate proficiency in the installation of telecommunication end-user equipment, switching and transmission equipment; be proficient in the use of various topologies, transmission media, network interfaces and shared resources to interconnect telecommunications networks; and present current and emerging technologies in telecommunications to a residential or commercial client. Prerequisites: TE 210 or permission of the instructor. S (S)
	TE 215 - Telecommunications II - Verizon Credit Hours: 4 This course will cover the basics of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) systems. Topics to be covered include: an overview of TCP/IP networks with a focus on VoIP; an introduction to VoIP; Quality of Service (QoS); VoIP system components; VoIP protocols and VoIP protocol analysis, VoIP architecture and VoIP codecs. A hands-on approach will be taken, with team projects throughout. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: describe VoIP system organization and operation; describe the purpose and function of various VoIP protocols; describe the purpose and function of VoIP interconnection technologies; use IP networks for voice communications; use network analysis software to view, verify, and troubleshoot VoIP networks; work productively as a team, practicing project leadership, interpersonal skills and conflict resolution in a networked environment; and practice problem solving via the planning, organization and delivery of projects in a networked environment. Prerequisites: TE 111 or permission of the instructor. S (S)
	TE 216 - Telecommunications III - Verizon Credit Hours: 4 This course covers the organization, architecture, setup, hardware and software aspects networked video delivery systems. Topics to be covered include: video transport; compression; packet transport; multicasting; content ownership and security; transport security; IPTV-IP video to the home; video file transfer; VPN’s and home office video links. A hands-on approach will be taken, with team projects throughout. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: describe video delivery system organization and operation; describe the purpose and function of various video related protocols; describe the purpose and function of video delivery interconnection technologies; use LANs / WANs for converged (voice, video and data) communications; use network analysis software to view, verify, and troubleshoot network traffic conditions; work productively as a team, practicing project leadership, interpersonal skills and conflict resolution in a networked environment; and practice problem solving via the planning, organization and delivery of projects in a networked environment. Prerequisites: TE 215 or permission of the instructor. F (S)
	TE 217 - Telecommunications IV - Verizon Credit Hours: 4 A survey of current and emerging technologies in telecommunications will be presented. Topics included are telecommunications access and transport technologies, VOIP, wireless communications and network security. Lectures, interactive learning, demonstration and site visits will be employed. Laboratory exercises will be required. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: explain Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) transmission and cell structure; describe Synchronous Optical Network (SONET) transport and frame structure; demonstrate the Digital Subscriber Line (xDSL) access technology; analyze Frame Relay access; clarify modern modulation techniques and applications; illustrate fiber optic access technologies (FTTx) and fiber networks; define wireless telecommunications methods and systems; compare services over IP; explain cryptography; understand computer and network security; and research and present details of a new communications technology. Prerequisites: TE 215 or permission of the instructor. S (S)
	TE 222 - Television Production Credit Hours: 4 Course provides a survey of the equipment and techniques required to produce audio and video presentations for distribution by various media channels. Topics include basic set design and construction techniques, lighting for video, camera techniques, visual composition, audio techniques and introduction to sound design, studio control, script formats, production planning and execution, and introduction to editing. Extensive hands-on experience is incorporated in the laboratory environment. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: demonstrate technical proficiency in creating video content for distribution through various telecommunications channels; set up document, robotic, and studio color camera(s) for video production and/or teleconferencing; edit a short program on a linear and non-linear video editing system; read and execute floor plans for staging, scenery, props, and lighting; setup and operate audio equipment for TV productions including microphones, CD, digital audio software, computer resources, and analog mixer; setup and operate video equipment for TV productions, including switcher, character and graphics generators, cameras, and video tapes recorders; setup and use editing equipment and software to edit a finished project; and integrate umbrella competencies and technical competencies in the workplace. F/S (S)
	TE 232 - Electronics II Credit Hours: 3 The course is a study of electronic communications systems. Systems studied include electronic filters, timers, oscillators, modulators, mixers, converters and amplifiers. Their applications are further examined within communications as modulators, multiplexers, A to D and D to A converters, antennas and transmission lines and in data transmission. Communication over free-space, wired and optical media are studied. Analog, digital, linear and non-linear methods are examined. Input/output relationships are observed through hardware and software labs. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: use software and hardware to build, measure, and troubleshoot electronic communication circuits; analyze the operation of low pass, high pass, band pass and band stop filters; become proficient in constructing and testing filter circuits; demonstrate capability in explaining oscillator concepts as they apply to communications; gain proficiency in traditional electronic modulation techniques including AM, FM and pulse modulation; assemble a simple amplitude modulator; understand high level digital modulation techniques for contemporary communications; possess knowledge of multiplexing and timing concepts; demonstrate an understanding of the principles and applications of phase locked loops, oscillators, AtoD/DtoA converters and mixers; build a phase locked loop to match Instructor specifications; specify transmission lines by application;and select antennas based on signal radio frequency characteristics. Prerequisites: TE 135 F (S)
	TE 233 - Electrictronics II - Verizon Credit Hours: 4 The course is a study of electronic communications systems. Systems studied include electronic filters, timers, oscillators, modulators, mixers, converters and amplifiers. Their applications are further examined within communications as modulators, multiplexers, A to D and D to A converters, antennas and transmission lines and in data transmission. Communication over free-space, wired and optical media are studied. Analog, digital, linear and non-linear methods are examined. Input/output relationships are observed through hardware and software labs. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: measure and express circuit input/output relationships in terms of gain, attenuation and decibels; use software and hardware to build, measure, and troubleshoot electronic communication circuits; analyze the operation of low pass, high pass, band pass and band stop filters; become proficient in constructing and testing filter circuits; demonstrate capability in explaining oscillator concepts as they apply to communications; gain proficiency in traditional electronic modulation techniques including AM, FM and pulse modulation; assemble a simple amplitude modulator; understand high level digital modulation techniques for contemporary communications; possess knowledge of multiplexing and timing concepts; demonstrate an understanding of the principles and applications of phase locked loops, oscillators, AtoD/DtoA converters and mixers; build a phase locked loop to match Instructor specifications; specify transmission lines by application; and select antennas based on signal radio frequency characteristics. Prerequisites: TE 136 or permission of the instructor. S (S)
	TE 240 - Digital II Credit Hours: 4 Course is a further exploration of the operating systems, software, networking technologies and management of the computer systems introduced in Digital I. Further integration of the hardware and software into communications systems, the digitization and transport of both analog and digital data are also discussed and demonstrated. Basic troubleshooting and repair techniques for both hardware and software are discussed and demonstrated. System and network security and encryption are introduced. Extensive hands-on experience is provided in the laboratory setting. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: analyze the difference and similarities from personal computers to notebooks, tablets, PDAs and other handheld devices; demonstrate a basic understanding of networks; show how to manage and support Windows security, registry, and recovery methods; demonstrate how to customize the computer for each individual customer use; and explain how to work with support services. Prerequisites: TE 145 or permission of the instructor. F (S)
	TE 241 - Digital II - Verizon Credit Hours: 4 Digital II is a further exploration of the operating systems, software, networking technologies, and management of the computer systems introduced in Digital I. Further integration of the hardware and software into communications systems, the digitization and transport of both analog and digital data are also discussed and demonstrated. Basic troubleshooting and repair techniques for both hardware and software are discussed and demonstrated. System and network security and encryption are introduced. Extensive hands-on experience is provided in the laboratory setting. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: analyze the difference and similarities from personal computers to notebooks, tablets, PDAs and other handheld devices; demonstrate a basic understanding of networks; show how to manage and support Windows security, registry, and recovery methods; demonstrate how to customize the computer for each individual customer use; and explain how to work with support services. Prerequisites: TE 146 or permission of the instructor. F (S)
	TE 270 - Routing and Switching I Credit Hours: 3 This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small network. Students learn how to configure a router and a switch for basic functionality. By the end of this course, students will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with RIPv1, RIPv2, single-area and multi-area OSPF, virtual LANs, and inter-VLAN routing in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: understand and describe basic switching concepts and the operation of Cisco switches; understand and describe enhanced switching technologies such as VLANs, VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP), Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) and 802.1q; configure and troubleshoot basic operations of a small switched network; understand and describe the purpose, nature, and operations of a router, routing tables, and the route lookup process; configure and verify static routing and default routing; understand and describe how VLANs create logically separate networks and how routing occurs between them; understand and describe dynamic routing protocols, distance vector routing protocols, and link-state routing protocols; configure and troubleshoot basic operations of routers in a small routed network, like: a. Routing Information Protocol (RIPv1 and RIPv2) b. Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) protocol (single-area OSPF) c. VLANs and inter-VLAN routing configure, monitor, and troubleshoot ACLs for IPv4 and IPv6. configure and troubleshoot Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) and Domain Name System (DNS) for IPv4 and IPv6; and configure and troubleshoot Network Address Translation (NAT) operations. Prerequisites: TE 185 F/S (S)
	TE 271 - Routing and Switching II Credit Hours: 3 This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a larger and more complex network. Students learn how to configure routers and switches for advanced functionality. By the end of this course, students will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with OSPF, EIGRP, STP, and VTP in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks. Students will also develop the knowledge and skills needed to implement DHCP and DNS operations in a network. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: configure and troubleshoot DHCP and DNS operations for IPv4 and IPv6; understand and describe the operations and benefits of the Spanning Tree Protocol (STP); configure and troubleshoot STP operations; understand and describe the operations and benefits of link aggregation and Cisco VLAN Trunk Protocol (VTP); configure and troubleshoot VTP, STP, and RSTP; configure and troubleshoot basic operations of routers in a complex routed network for IPv4 and IPv6; configure and troubleshoot Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) protocol (single-area OSPF and multi-area OSPF); configure and troubleshoot Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP); configure and troubleshoot advanced operations of routers and implement RIP, OSPF, and EIGRP routing protocols for IPv4 and IPv6; and manage Cisco IOS^® Software licensing and configuration files. Prerequisites: TE 270 F/S (S)
	TE 272 - Accessing the WAN Credit Hours: 3 This course discusses the WAN technologies and network services required by converged applications in a complex network. The course enables students to understand the selection criteria of network devices and WAN technologies to meet network requirements. Students learn how to configure and troubleshoot network devices and resolve common issues with data link protocols. Students will also develop the knowledge and skills needed to implement IPSec and virtual private network (VPN) operations in a complex network Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: understand and describe different WAN technologies and their benefits; understand and describe the operations and benefits of virtual private networks (VPNs) and tunneling; configure and troubleshoot serial connections; configure and troubleshoot broadband connections; configure and troubleshoot IPSec tunneling operations; monitor and troubleshoot network operations using syslog, SNMP, and NetFlow; design network architectures; understand, describe, and design borderless networks; and understand, describe, and design data centers and virtualization. Prerequisites: TE 271 F/S (S)
	TE 275 - CCNA Security Credit Hours: 3 CCNA Security equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to prepare for entry-level security specialist careers. This course is a hands-on, career-oriented e-learning solution that emphasizes practical experience. CCNA Security is a blended curriculum with both online and classroom learning. CCNA Security aims to develop an in-depth understanding of network security principles as well as the tools and configurations available. The following tools are covered: protocol sniffers/analyzers, TCP/IP and common desktop utilities, Cisco IOS Software, Cisco VPN client, Packet Tracer (PT), and Web-based resources. The predominant lab types are procedural, skills integration challenges, troubleshooting, and model building. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: explain the importance of data networks and the Internet in supporting business. communications and everyday activities; explain how communication works in data networks and the Internet; describe the security threats facing modern network infrastructures; secure network device access; implement AAA on network devices; mitigate threats to networks using ACLs; implement secure network management and reporting; mitigate common Layer 2 attacks; implement the Cisco IOS firewall feature set; implement the Cisco IOS IPS feature set; implement site-to-site IPSec VPNs; and administer effective security policies. Prerequisites: TE 272 F/S (S)
	TE 276 - CCNP I:Implementing IP Switching Credit Hours: 4 This course teaches students how to implement, monitor, and maintain switching in converged enterprise campus networks. Students will learn how to plan, configure, and verify the implementation of complex enterprise switching solutions. The course also covers the secure integration of VLANs, WLANs, voice, and video into campus networks. Comprehensive labs emphasize hands-on learning and practice to reinforce configuration skills. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: implement, monitor, and maintain switching in an enterprise campus network; implement VLANs in campus networks; configure and optimize high availability and redundancy on switches; describe and implement LAN security features; and plan and prepare for advanced services in a campus infrastructure. Prerequisites: TE 272 F/S (S)
	TE 277 - CCNP II:Implementing IP Routing Credit Hours: 4 This course teaches students how to implement, monitor, and maintain routing services in an enterprise network. Students will learn how to plan, configure, and verify the implementation of complex enterprise LAN and WAN routing solutions, using a range of routing protocols in IPv4 and IPv6 environments. The course also covers the configuration of secure routing solutions to support branch offices and mobile workers. Comprehensive labs emphasize hands-on learning and practice to reinforce configuration skills. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: explain complex network requirements and design models for implementing advanced routing services in an enterprise network; implement EIGRP and OSPF in an enterprise network; implement various mechanisms for controlling routing updates and traffic; implement path control using IP SLA and PBR; implement BGP to allow an enterprise network to connect to an ISP; describe a basic implementation for branch office and mobile worker connectivity; and describe and configure IPv6 in an enterprise network. Prerequisites: TE 276 F/S (S)
	TE 278 - CCNP III:Maintaining and Troubleshooting IP Networks Credit Hours: 4 This course teaches students how to monitor and maintain complex, enterprise routed and switched IP networks. Skills learned include the planning and execution of regular network maintenance, as well as support and troubleshooting using technology based processes and best practices, based on systematic and industry recognized approaches. Extensive labs emphasize hands-on learning and practice to reinforce troubleshooting techniques. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: plan and document the most common maintenance functions in complex enterprise networks; develop a troubleshooting process to identify and solve problems in complex enterprise networks; select tools that best support specific troubleshooting and maintenance processes in large, complex enterprise networks; practice maintenance procedures and fault resolution in routing and switched environments; troubleshoot NAT/PAT, DHCP, and other services; troubleshoot wireless connectivity, VoIP, and video; and practice maintenance procedures and fault resolution in a secure infrastructure and complex environment. Prerequisites: TE 276, TE 277 F/S (S)
	TE 279 - CCNA Voice Credit Hours: 3 CCNA Voice teaches learners how to maintain and operate a Cisco Unified Communications solution that is based on Cisco Unified Communications Manager, Cisco Unified Communications Manager Express, Cisco Unity Connection, and Cisco Unified Presence. This course provides the learners with the knowledge and skills to achieve associate-level competency in Cisco Unified Communications. The course also introduces the architecture, components, functionality, and features of Cisco Unified Communications solutions and describes how daily job tasks–such as system monitoring, moves, adds, and change–are performed on Cisco Unified Communications products. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: describe the components of a Cisco Unified Communications solution and identify call signaling and media stream flows; provide an overview of administrator and end-user interface options with Cisco Unified Communications products and perform endpoint and end-user administration tasks; understand call flows in Cisco Unified Communications Manager and Cisco Unified Communications Manager Express; describe the telephony features supported in Cisco Unified Communications Manager and Cisco Unified Communications Manager Express; administer users in Cisco Unity Connection and Cisco Unified Presence, and enable the most commonly used features for both applications; and describe how to maintain a Cisco Unified Communications solution. Prerequisites: TE 271 F (S)
	TE 291 - Internship Credit Hours: 1 This internship will offer students an opportunity to fulfill their interest in related communications technology. Cooperative placement will be sought during which the student can gain a direct and practical field experience under selected leadership and affiliates by advisement. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: perform the tasks related to their job assignment; be proficient in the use of various topologies, transmission media, network interfaces and shared resources to interconnect telecommunications networks; present current and emerging technologies in telecommunications to a residential or commercial client; and demonstrate an ability to accomplish with others assigned job tasks in a work environment provided by the internship program. S (S)
	TE 292 - Internship Credit Hours: 2 This internship will offer students an opportunity to fulfill their interest in related communications technology. Cooperative placement will be sought during which the student can gain a direct and practical field experience under selected leadership and affiliates by advisement. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: perform the tasks related to their job assignment; be proficient in the use of various topologies, transmission media, network interfaces and shared resources to interconnect telecommunications networks; present current and emerging technologies in telecommunications to a residential or commercial client; and demonstrate an ability to accomplish with others assigned job tasks in a work environment provided by the internship program. S (S)
	TE 293 - Internship Credit Hours: 3 This internship will offer students an opportunity to fulfill their interest in related communications technology. Cooperative placement will be sought during which the student can gain a direct and practical field experience under selected leadership and affiliates by advisement. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: perform the tasks related to their job assignment; be proficient in the use of various topologies, transmission media, network interfaces and shared resources to interconnect telecommunications networks; present current and emerging technologies in telecommunications to a residential or commercial client; and demonstrate an ability to accomplish with others assigned job tasks in a work environment provided by the internship program. S (S)
	TE 294 - Internship Credit Hours: 4 This internship will offer students an opportunity to fulfill their interest in related communications technology. Cooperative placement will be sought during which the student can gain a direct and practical field experience under selected leadership and affiliates by advisement. Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: perform the tasks related to their job assignment; be proficient in the use of various topologies, transmission media, network interfaces and shared resources to interconnect telecommunications networks; present current and emerging technologies in telecommunications to a residential or commercial client; and demonstrate an ability to accomplish with others assigned job tasks in a work environment provided by the internship program. S (S)
Therapeutic Recreation
	TH 100 - Orientation to Disability Groups Credit Hours: 3 This course is designed to provide a broad spectrum of information on disabilities, their causes, characteristics, and adaptations needed to live a quality life. We will cover physical, mental, and developmental disabilities occurring in the general population for all age groups and how they can be related to by professionals in the recreation and physical education fields. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: describe common disabilities and their associated illnesses; define basic medical and psychiatric terminology relating to disabilities; describe programming techniques used to modify and conduct recreational and physical education activities for individuals with disabilities; and identify agencies in the community which service individuals with disabilities. F/S (C, S)
Visual Communication Technology-Graphic Arts/Printing
	GA 101 - Orientation to Graphics Credit Hours: 2 For those thinking about a career in graphic design, this course provides the student with basic skills and concepts. Emphasis on the history, terminology and sequencing used in the production of traditional printed information. Students will be given hands-on projects that reinforce the importance of typography, the principles and elements of design and layout as well as the graphics measuring systems. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course the student will be able to: identify basic terminology used in the printing industry; recognize major individuals and dates in history who contributed to the invention of the printing process; identify various products such as advertising/ads, posters, calendars, brochures, newsletters, books, product labels & packaging, music industry products, postcards, etc. as viable products for printing - their varied uses and appearances; recognize products from the past that are examples of fine communication/printing craftsmanship and beauty; understand the basic process used to produce a product in the printing industry as well as identify basic equipment; measure in points and picas, compare and convert point and picas to other measurement systems; understand, be able to decipher and apply mark-up codes to rough copy; identify the fundamentals of typography; identify basic components and principles of good layout and design; identify the differences between thumbnails, roughs, comprehensives and how to render a basic rough; correctly measure and mark-up specified projects using points and picas; and be able to utilize a sketch/note book as a means for collecting and organizing related ideas, data, information etc. as part of the process involved in designing products for printing. Concurrent Registration: GA 102; concurrent registration not required for Web Page Design Certificate Program F (S)
	GA 102 - Publishing I Basics Credit Hours: 2 This course includes an introduction to the operation and components of a Macintosh computer, desktop management, and an introductory overview of fonts, color, and file formats as they relate to page assembly. Preparation of layouts and proofs with text and graphics generated by various page assembly programs. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: navigate through the operation system of the Apple computer; proficiently use various Apple software tools; describe the importance of page layout programs in the graphic arts industry, as well as identify different types of software programs; apply design principles and typography in a pleasing layout; understand the steps in the creative process and utilize them during class; utilize the page layout software application; and use hardware in conjunction with class requirements. Concurrent Registration: GA 101 F (S)
	GA 103 - Electronic Imaging I Credit Hours: 2 A basic course in pre-press activities. Students will use a computer application to create simple digital documents. Printer control marks, color bars, text marks, crop marks and fold marks will be explained as well as how to output documents in PDF format. Different styles of print layouts for single and multiple impositions will be discussed and used. An imposition application will be used for the basics of how to output files to wide format proof printers. Course Outcomes At the end of the course, the student will be able to: recognize standard graphic formats, color spaces and documents; produce and convert basic graphic documents into a PDF workflow; solve imposition calculations for page creep, ganging and step and repeat; modify quality control devices and marks relevant to specific outputs; classify Imposition layouts for books and flat sheet layouts; apply Impositions to specific binding and Workstyles utilizing a digital workflow; and modify output device dependent settings to achieve predictable results. F (S)
	GA 104 - Intro Litho Press/Bindery Credit Hours: 1 Introduction to the background, components and principles of offset lithography. Included will be the principles of plate preparation, paper handling and ink as well as related materials and basic bindery equipment. Emphasis will focus on safety. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student should have a basic understanding of the printing industry and the processes involved in printing to include: overview of the graphic communications careers; history of the printing industry; safety & health; lithographic platemaking; lithographic press systems; substrates; paper cutting; and binding and finishing methods. Concurrent Registration: GA 105 F (S)
	GA 105 - Lithographic Press I Credit Hours: 2.5 Introduction to the hands-on operation of various duplicator presses, plate-making, paper handling, ink and basic bindery/finishing methods. Included will be instruction in safety, maintenance, make ready, production and quality control. The course objective is to produce well-printed, single- and multi-colored jobs for inclusion in a portfolio. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: explain the operations required to produce a printed product; explain the role of the graphic arts technician and their relationship with the members of the print production team; demonstrate the ability to operate and maintain a variety of printing/bindery equipment; present ideas verbally, demonstrating craftsmanship and confidence in a commercial print shop environment; demonstrate safe working habits and practices in an industrial environment; demonstrate proper material handling abilities; and demonstrate increased verbal and visual communication skills in presenting one’s ability to apply standard practices in a printing production environment. F (S)
	GA 121 - Publishing With InDesign™ Credit Hours: 2 A comprehensive overview of the theory and operation of InDesign as a page assembly and layout program for print media. Students will produce work utilizing features of the software that are essential to the production of high end print work including but not limited to color, masterpages, styles, folds, and PDFs. The various lab projects will emphasize the basic design principles for portfolio. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: proficiently use the InDesign software; understand and describe the importance of page layout programs in the graphic arts industry to produce high end products for printing; describe the impact of printing variables (ex: paper, ink, color, etc.) on the production process and your designs; apply design principles, color and typography in a pleasing layout; use hardware in conjunction with the class requirements; and describe the steps in the creative process, and utilize them during the lab sessions to produce both hard and soft proofs for proofreading, presentation and publication. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of GA 102 or a basic knowledge of InDesign interface. S (S)
	GA 122 - Electronic Imaging II Credit Hours: 2 A more advanced course in pre-press activities that reflects changes in the printing industry with hands-on laboratory projects that include digital image capture and the use of an imposition application to create signatures in a variety of styles. Students will learn to imposition print jobs with multiple images like post cards, menus and multiple page signatures. Course Outcomes At the end of the course the student will be able to: learn about how job tickets provide checklists of general information for use by both prepress and press, and bindery departments; plan and create an imposition that will be saddle stitched; learn about how to plan for proper clamp and gripper allowances; learn about the importance of printing controls like crop marks, registration marks, and color bars and how to create each in an imposition software application; send digital files for output to a wide format printer; create a two color step and repeat imposition; plan an imposition based on a work and turn layout style; create an imposition that will be printed on two sides of a press sheet; study sequential page order for various types of signatures; send digital files to output computer to plate; learn why computer application software continues to replace the traditional imposition (stripping) methods for plate making; and learn how unwanted patterns (moiré) are created in printing and how to avoid and correct them. Prerequisites: GA 103 S (S)
	GA 123 - Advanced Press/Bindery Credit Hours: 1 A continuation of the theory of operating lithographic sheet-fed presses including make ready, feeder and delivery procedures. Concepts of plate and blanket handling, PH factors, dampening/ink systems, registering and fitting, paper considerations and press problem-solving for quality control will be covered. The comparison of various other printing processes will be included along with safety considerations. Course Outcomes After completion of this course the student will have acquired the skills to: identify various printing processes and understand lithographic principles and techniques; be able to apply methods used to measure quantities and thickness of paper and determine number of cuts derived from mill sheets while taking into consideration “grain directions”; understand the principles of multiple color printing; describe and identify various substrates used in printing and their relationships to ink and press operation; review of safety and health concerns in the press lab and industry; understand the basic management functions involved in a printing company; review press operations and procedures; and review finishing and bindery functions. Prerequisites: GA 104, GA 105 Concurrent Registration: GA 124 S (S)
	GA 124 - Lithographic Press II Credit Hours: 2.5 Advanced procedures in operating duplicator presses will be covered including multi-colored registration, ph measuring, ink mixing, finishing, press and paper problem solving, as well as plate developing and troubleshooting procedures. The course objective is to produce well-registered, multi-colored jobs for inclusion in a portfolio. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: explain the operations required to produce a printed product; explain the role of the graphic arts technician and their relationship with the members of the print production team; demonstrate the ability to operate and maintain a variety of printing/bindery equipment; present ideas verbally, demonstrating craftsmanship and confidence in a commercial print shop environment; demonstrate safe working habits and practices in an industrial environment; demonstrate proper material handling abilities; and demonstrate increased verbal and visual communication skills in presenting one’s ability to apply standard practices in a printing production environment. Prerequisites: GA 104, GA 105 S (S)
	GA 125 - Create With Illustrator® Credit Hours: 2.5 The definition and creation of object-oriented vector graphics will be the focus of this course as well as the exploration of the role of an illustrator. Students will learn how to master basic techniques of creating an original piece of digital art in Adobe Illustrator. Studies in advertising along with the integration of creative copy, the use of typography and creative problem solving will be emphasized. The course objective is to have students develop a variety of multi-colored visual projects that emphasize creativity and problem solving for inclusion in a portfolio. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: demonstrate the principles of layout and graphic design as applied to commercial printing; explain the role of art director and the relationship with the customer and other members of the print production team; explain the history illustration in advertising, demonstrate several styles and its use in an advertising campaign; present ideas visually, demonstrating craftsmanship and confidence in a simulated commercial print job environment; learn to use the elements of design to create object-oriented vector graphics as part of a dynamic and compelling layout; use the basic techniques in creating graphics with Adobe Illustrator on the Macintosh computer; and demonstrate industry standard skills in preparing one’s own work for a professional portfolio. S (S)
	GA 126 - Visual Design Basics Credit Hours: 2.5 Introductory course to the principles of graphic design and its relationship to typography and layout for digital and print media. Basic concepts involved in developing packaging designs from concept to presentation, historical trends and effects on design, the role of the art director, customer and production team, paper requirements and the relationship the job must have to the production process. The course objective is to have students develop a variety of visual design projects using computer software, creativity and problem solving for inclusion in a portfolio. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: demonstrate the principles of layout and graphic design as applied to commercial printing; explain the role of graphic designer, graphic technician and the relationship with the customer and other members of the print production team; explain the history of graphic design of the 20th century to present day trends. Be conversant in several styles and recognize their effect on advertising and the print media today; present ideas visually, demonstrating craftsmanship and confidence in a simulated commercial print job environment; create object-oriented vector graphics as part of a dynamic and compelling layout; create a basic 3-dimensional digital mechanical and mockup for a client presentation; and demonstrate increased verbal and visual communication skills in presenting one’s own work through preparation and presentation of a portfolio. Prerequisites: GA 125 S (S)
	GA 130 - Publish With QuarkXPress® Credit Hours: 3 The theory and hands-on operation of a page assembly program including basic and advanced functions will be covered using QuarkXPress. The concepts of copyright laws, print trade laws, and page anatomy will be included as well as the basics of newsletter design. The course objective will be to write, design and execute a multi-colored newsletter layout with multiple columns using QuarkXPress that can output to a PostScript device and be included in a portfolio. Course Outcomes At the end of the course the student will be able to: understand and interact with the basics of the QuarkXPress interface as a print industry tool for page assembly; open/quit/print from the program execute page set-ups to create documents and templates; identify/use components of the interface save work to designated areas; apply preferences identify page anatomy elements related to multipage documents; and apply professional typographic techniques relate copyright laws to printing. demonstrate efficiency in the following page-assembly techniques using an instructional tutorial which requires; manipulating text, picture boxes and rules; keyboarding and editing text; importing and modifying text and graphics; manipulating specialized palettes; and utilizing advanced menu commands to produce effects for style sheets, blends, frames, runarounds etc. measure in points and picas to accurately set up a page layout as a template or document for a double-sided, multi-colored newsletter; recognize the basic components of a newsletter and be able to apply basic principles of newsletter construction; apply professional typography principles to render a pleasing layout for a newsletter; identify the basic components and anatomy of page elements as they relate to multi-page documents; understand copyright laws as they apply to the graphic arts printing industry; select a topic, write, design and construct a newsletter applying specified special effects using QuarkXPress; and output completed newsletter as a digital color page proof to be mounted for inclusion into a portfolio. F (S)
	GA 131 - Photoshop I® Credit Hours: 2 This course introduces the student to the basics of Photoshop using a MacIntosh computer. The Photoshop menu and sub-menu will be explored along with various interactive panels. Students will gain practical knowledge from hands-on laboratory projects. Course Outcomes At the end of the course the student will be able to: output color proofs of images that have gone through basic image editing; apply special effects with filters; have knowledge of working with PhotoShop selection tools like the rectangular and elliptical marquee tools; select an image with the magic wand; use the lasso tool to select areas to be modified; organize artwork on layers; select and remove artwork on a layer; add a gradient to a layer effect; work with masks and channels; photo retouching, resolution and image size, adjust tonal range; use pen tool techniques and drawing paths around artwork; and know the basics of file formats. F (S)
	GA 132 - Electronic Imaging III Credit Hours: 2.5 Students will work on preparing digital files for single-and two-color text and graphics jobs for output to computer-to-plate equipment. Topics include the basic concepts of trapping, spot color issues, duotone images, and preflighting of spot color files. The pagination, and proofing of a multiple page signature in spot color as well as its potential output to computer-to-plate equipment will be the course objective. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: prepare a two-color page layout document correctly for output to a postscript level output device; prepare and output digital halftone images; understand and perform basic electronic trapping techniques for simple multicolor page layouts; prepare and output electronic documents utilizing correct screen ruling, resolution and screen angles for a postscript level output device; prepare and output digital grayscale images as duotones; preflight spot color files for postscript output; and demonstrate the learned techniques and their accuracy utilizing proofs and computer to plate output. Prerequisites: GA 122 F (S)
	GA 133 - Lithographic Press III Credit Hours: 2 Introduction to the hands-on operation, components, and systems of a sheet-fed press, and folder. Procedures and techniques including use of a micrometer, blanket handling, and packing, roller settings, adjustments, registering, specific press problems, and troubleshooting will be covered. Also included will be color principals, densitometry operation, and color bars, as well as a variety of imposition methods. The course objective is to provide experience in the set-up, make ready registration, and production of a variety of single, duo-tone, and multicolored jobs on the press including folder operations. Course Outcomes After completion of this course the student will have acquired the skills to: identify basic terminology utilized within the graphic arts industry; recognize the various processes used to produce a project and the equipment utilized in the process; identify the proper maintenance procedures relating to a variety of printing and bindery machinery; recognize the need to follow safety procedures including chemical and mechanical hazard identification; employ measuring techniques in a variety of formats; develop procedures to follow in verifying position and register on a variety of printing and bindery equipment; gain competency in properly setting up a variety of printing and bindery equipment; recognize the importance of properly imposing images for the production on printing and bindery machinery; and develop the skills required to safely handle materials in the print shop. Prerequisites: GA 123, GA 124 F (S)
	GA 134 - Print Administration/Quality Control Credit Hours: 3 This course introduces students to the fundamental skills needed to supervise, manage and control the printing process. Emphasis will be placed on overall administrative functions from production management, estimating, to quality control. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to: describe seven functions of management; identify the unique factors of the printing industry as both a service and manufacturing industry; identify the different components of printed product, determine what method(s) produced them, and understand how a product is estimated and priced in the printing industry; recognize different methods to control production efficiency; and describe various quality control methods used in the printing Industry. F (S)
	GA 135 - Digital and Variable Data Printing Credit Hours: 1 An overview of digital and variable data printing as it relates to direct marketing and digital printing. This course will concentrate on basic relational database design, mailing list development and merging of static document elements with variable elements developed from database management software. The focus of this will give the student insight into the product mix and capabilities as they relate to transactional, promotional and transpromotional materials. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: identify basic advertising and marketing concepts; interpret database development, manipulation and preparation for VDP; define the production stages in variable data publishing; define the system components in a variable data print and publish workflow; define the levels of VDP; and develop, digitally create and print personalized products by merging static document elements from a page layout template and variable document elements imported from a database. Prerequisites: GA 121 F (S)
	GA 140 - Publishing IV Web Basics Credit Hours: 3 Introduction to the basics of HTML coding as well as the basics of constructing an identity package with a repeating logo in both linear and Web formats will be covered. The creation of basic Web pages using HTML, linear forms design, a written resume, identity package components and a personal portfolio as part of the identity package for inclusion in a portfolio will be the course objective. Course Outcomes At the end of the course the student will be able to: identify the basics and background of the www; identify the basics of HTML as a coding technique for construction of web pages and the basic do’s and dont’s of good web design; identify basic codes, software, equipment necessary to construct a document in HTML format on the Internet; construct a basic home page using a range of HTML codes from formatting, to color, to links etc. for the web and a personal home page that includes advanced coding techniques that ties in with an identity package; understand basics of good logo design and its application to varied sizes within identity package components; identify “Forms Design” as the umbrella concept for creating a range of industry identity products including: The five basic functions of forms a planning check list for constructing effective and clear forms; identify and provide background for various components that make up an identify package for an individual or corporation: Letterheads, business cards, envelopes, memo forms, purchase orders, shipping labels, invoices, compliment and packing slips, inventory sheets, employee record forms, cost/sales reports, expense vouchers, policy statements, news releases, personal portfolio, resume etc.; construct specific components for an identity package in linear format using either QuarkXPress, InDesign or another suitable page assembly program; (selections from #6 above) identify and use proper paper stock for specific id package components: writing/text, cover, NCR papers etc.; calculate the most efficient multiple imposition for producing smaller items on a larger sheet size; select and correctly input data for using the Step and Repeat function for multiple imposition; and identify the basic components of book construction and construct several book page components for a inclusion into a personal portfolio in binder format that is part of the identity package. Prerequisites: GA 121 or GA 130; GA 125 or GA 131 S (S)
	GA 141 - Photoshop II® Credit Hours: 2 A more advanced introduction to Photoshop using color panels, histograms, levels, curves and working with camera raw images. The use of tools including cloning, healing tools, sharpness, blur, noise adjustments filters, image masks, drop shadows and other special effects that include 3D objects will be covered using hand-on laboratory projects. Course Outcomes At the end of the course the student will be able to: make a composition (surrealistic) with a number of digital camera images that have been cropped, color corrected, any imperfections removed, etc. to create an artful composition; make vector shapes and use clipping paths; use layer effects and create floating selections; use clipping groups; create animation and make key frames in ImageReady; learn about slices and rollovers; make corrections with the history brush and history palette; create custom brushes and settings that appear in the tool options bar; use actions and styles to re-create a vector graphic; create layer sets to organize and manage layers; use channels to create selections; and adjust the tonal range of an image by assigning black and white points. Prerequisites: GA 131 S (S)
	GA 142 - Electronic Imaging IV Credit Hours: 2.5 Advanced procedures for creating digital files for output. Color theory and correction as it pertains to color separation including the additive and subtractive systems, under color removal and grey component replacement. The pagination, preflight and proofing of a multiple page signature in color as well as its potential output to a platesetter will be the course objective. Course Outcomes At the end of the course the student will be able to: understand the basics of both additive and subtractive color; understand the processes of color correction and color separation, and their relation to quality of print production; receive an introduction to the color separation techniques of gray component replacement (GCR) and under color removal (UCR); scan and prepare color images correctly for postscript output; and output 4 color process plates to a platesetter and perform basic quality control, such as checking line screens, angles, ink density and overall plates quality. Prerequisites: GA 132 S (S)
	GA 143 - Internship Credit Hours: 3 The internship experience is designed to provide realistic hands-on training to students in some or all the techniques utilized in the areas of pre-press, press, digital output and/or bindery operations as they relate to the printing industry. Course Outcomes Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to: identify good interview techniques, dress attire, and preparations to interview for various industry related positions; participate in an interview/hiring process for acceptance into an internship position; relate classroom instruction and training to an assigned on-the-job experience; apply specific learned skills and techniques to perform effectively in the industry work environment; demonstrate ability to utilize critical thinking skills for problem solving on-the-job; communicate effectively with supervisors and workplace personnel; evaluate related work experience and performance in a positive manner; apply valuable experience to future decision making and career choices; and apply specific skills and experience to enhance future resume preparation. Prerequisites: GA 133 S (S)
	GA 144 - Multimedia Credit Hours: 2 An overview of the history and principals of multimedia. Creation of interactive presentations utilizing contemporary industry software, incorporating animation, sound, still and moving images. The integration and exploration of interactive design will be discussed. Internet competencies will be tested. Knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator recommended. Course Outcomes At the end of the course the student will be able to: utilize Flash to create animations; utilize Flash to create an interface; understand multimedia history, terminology and definitions; utilize Flash facts, tips, and tricks; compare and contrast Flash based web sites; understand and utilize interactivity; and identify and utilize multimedia elements in web design. S (S)
	GA 145 - Web Page Design with Dreamweaver Credit Hours: 3 The theory and hands-on operation of Web design including basic and advanced functions will be covered using Adobe Dreamweaver. The concepts of Web page design, utilizing interactivity, and information organization as they relate to constructing effective Web pages. The course objective will be to design and execute a multi-page Web site utilizing Adobe Dreamweaver. Course Outcomes At the end of the course the student will be able to: utilize HTML, compare and contrast DHTML, and Java Script; utilize Adobe Dreamweaver to create a working web page; understand Web terminology and definitions; utilize web facts, tips, and tricks; compare and contrast Web sites, providers and servers; understand and utilize interactivity; promote a personal website for “hits”; and identify and utilize multimedia elements in web design. F/S (S)
	GA 146 - Intro to 3D Modeling and Animation Credit Hours: 3 This course focuses on the basics of 3D computer graphics and animation. Students are introduced to the major functional areas of the 3D modeling and animation software including the interface and philosophy, conceptual planning, scene creation, 3D modeling, materials and texturing, character rigging and animation, lighting and rendering. Organized into a series of theory and hands on lab assignments that cover the application of these tools in multimedia, film, television and game industries, the course ensures that the student will receive a full overview and professional training. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: demonstrate knowledge of animation software and utilize the user interface; define and describe basic animation techniques; analyze, plan and construct objects; analyze and arrange the movement of objects; analyze, plan and construct realistic backgrounds and scenes; develop and create characters; plan and execute a path for animation; and demonstrate the ability to animate objects with moving parts. F/S (S)
	GA 231 - Prepress Fundamentals Credit Hours: 2.0 A basic course in pre-press activities. Students will use a computer application to create simple digital documents. Printer control marks, color bars, text marks, crop marks and fold marks will be explained as well as how to output documents in PDF format. Different styles of print layouts for single and multiple impositions will be discussed and used. An imposition application will be used for the basics of how to output files to wide format proof printers. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: recognize standard Graphic Formats, Color Spaces and Documents; produce and convert basic graphic documents into a pdf workflow; solve imposition calculations for page creep, ganging and step and repeat; modify quality control devices and marks relevant to specific outputs; classify imposition layouts for books and flat sheet layouts; apply impositions to specific binding and workstyles utilizing a digital workflow; and modify Output Device dependent settings to achieve predictable results. F (S)
	GA 232 - Digital Imaging I Credit Hours: 2.5 Students will work on preparing digital files for single-and two-color text and graphics jobs for output to computer-to-plate equipment. Topics include the basic concepts of trapping, spot color issues, duotone images, and preflighting of spot color files. The pagination, and proofing of a multiple page signature in spot color as well as its potential output to computer-to-plate equipment will be the course objective. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: prepare a two-color page layout document correctly for output to a postscript level output device; prepare and output digital halftone images; understand and perform basic electronic trapping techniques for simple multicolor page layouts; prepare and output electronic documents utilizing correct screen ruling, resolution and screen angles for a postscript level output device; prepare and output digital grayscale images as duotones; preflight spot color files for postscript output; and demonstrate the learned techniques and their accuracy utilizing proofs and computer to plate output. F (S)
	GA 241 - Digital Imposition & Workflow Credit Hours: 2.0 A more advanced course in pre-press activities that reflects changes in the printing industry with hands-on laboratory projects that include digital image capture and the use of an imposition application to create signatures in a variety of styles. Students will learn to imposition print jobs with multiple images like post cards, menus and multiple page signatures. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: recognize and construct standard Graphic Documents in properly formatted Color Spaces; produce, modify and convert basic graphic documents into a PDF workflow; solve Imposition calculations for Page Creep, Ganging and Step and Repeat; modify and Construct Quality control devices and Marks relevant to specific outputs; classify Imposition Layouts for Books and Flat Sheet Layouts; prepare proper formatted imposition templates in page layout and imposition program; construct organized file tree maintaining links and the correct file version for output; modify Output Device dependent PDF settings to achieve predictable results; and demonstrate the ability to digitally capture scanned images properly sized and formatted for placement in a page layout document. S (S)
	GA 242 - Digital Imaging II Credit Hours: 2.5 Advanced procedures for creating digital files for output. Color theory and correction as it pertains to color separation including the additive and subtractive systems, under color removal and grey component replacement. The pagination, preflight and proofing of a multiple page signature in color as well as its potential output to a platesetter will be the course objective. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: understand the basics of both additive and subtractive color; understand the processes of color correction and color separation, and their relation to quality of print production; receive an introduction to the color separation techniques of gray component replacement (GCR) and under color removal (UCR); scan and prepare color images correctly for postscript output; and output 4 color process plates to a platesetter and perform basic quality control, such as checking line screens, angles, ink density and overall plates quality. S (S)

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SO 202 - Sociology of the Family

SO 203 - Capital: Origins of the Modern World System

SP 110 - Elementary Spanish I

SP 111 - Elementary Spanish II

SP 112 - Intermediate Spanish I

SP 201 - Spanish Composition I

SP 202 - Spanish Composition II

SP 205 - Introduction to Spanish Literature

SP 206 - Spanish Literature in Translation

TE 101 - Computer Applications in Telecommunications

TE 110 - Intro to Telecommunications

TE 111 - Telecommunications I - Verizon

TE 130 - Electrical Circuits

TE 131 - Electrical Circuits - Verizon

TE 135 - Electronics I

TE 136 - Electronics I - Verizon

TE 145 - Digital I

TE 146 - Digital I - Verizon

TE 180 - IT Essentials I

TE 181 - IT Essentials II

TE 185 - Network Fundamentals

TE 211 - Telecommunications III

TE 212 - Telecommunications IV

TE 215 - Telecommunications II - Verizon

TE 216 - Telecommunications III - Verizon

TE 217 - Telecommunications IV - Verizon

TE 222 - Television Production

TE 232 - Electronics II

TE 233 - Electrictronics II - Verizon

TE 240 - Digital II

TE 241 - Digital II - Verizon

TE 270 - Routing and Switching I

TE 271 - Routing and Switching II

TE 272 - Accessing the WAN

TE 275 - CCNA Security

TE 276 - CCNP I:Implementing IP Switching

TE 277 - CCNP II:Implementing IP Routing

TE 278 - CCNP III:Maintaining and Troubleshooting IP Networks

TE 279 - CCNA Voice

TE 291 - Internship

TE 292 - Internship

TE 293 - Internship

TE 294 - Internship

TH 100 - Orientation to Disability Groups

GA 101 - Orientation to Graphics

GA 102 - Publishing I Basics

GA 103 - Electronic Imaging I

GA 104 - Intro Litho Press/Bindery

GA 105 - Lithographic Press I

GA 121 - Publishing With InDesign™

GA 122 - Electronic Imaging II

GA 123 - Advanced Press/Bindery

GA 124 - Lithographic Press II

GA 125 - Create With Illustrator®

GA 126 - Visual Design Basics

GA 130 - Publish With QuarkXPress®

GA 131 - Photoshop I®

GA 132 - Electronic Imaging III

GA 133 - Lithographic Press III

GA 134 - Print Administration/Quality Control

GA 135 - Digital and Variable Data Printing

GA 140 - Publishing IV Web Basics

GA 141 - Photoshop II®

GA 142 - Electronic Imaging IV

GA 143 - Internship

GA 144 - Multimedia

GA 145 - Web Page Design with Dreamweaver

GA 146 - Intro to 3D Modeling and Animation

GA 231 - Prepress Fundamentals

GA 232 - Digital Imaging I

GA 241 - Digital Imposition & Workflow

GA 242 - Digital Imaging II