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2011-2012 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Abbreviations

(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

Course Renumbering
 

A significant number of courses have been renumbered as part of the State University of New York’s policies which promote student mobility, through transfer of academic credit, to other SUNY institutions. All courses should be numbered at the 100-200 levels.  This listing references the course with its Old and New numbers which should aid students in their choice of courses to complete academic program requirements and faculty in their role as academic advisor.

Course Renumbering Master List 
 

English
  

  • EN 160 - Publications Practicum I

    Credit Hours: 1

    Course emphasis is on participation in college publications. Students are expected to work consistently in college publications. May not be substituted for requirements in English. Students may register for only one course each semester.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 161 - Publications Practicum II

    Credit Hours: 1

    Course emphasis is on participation in college publications. Students are expected to work consistently in college publications. Students may register for only one credit each semester. 
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 162 - Publications Practicum III

    Credit Hours: 1

    Course emphasis is on participation in college publications. Students are expected to work consistently in college publications. Students may register for only one credit each semester. 
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 163 - Publications Practicum IV

    Credit Hours: 1

    Course emphasis is on participation in college publications. Students are expected to work consistently in college publications. Students may register for only one credit each semester. 
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 200 - Foundation of Literacy Instruction

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course will provide the student with an in-depth analysis of literacy instruction. The student will study and practice literacy theories along with components of the language, reading and writing processes. Additionally, the student will learn and apply the New York State Learning Standards to the coursework. Based on a student/teacher consultation the student will complete either an in-service placement with a local school district or literacy project.
    Prerequisites: EN 110 or permission of the instructor.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 201 - Writing for Graphic Publications

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is designed to enable students to write accurately as well as design advertising campaigns, create brochures, write newsletter copy, develop magazine covers and research data. Analysis of publications, proofreading for errors, application of copy editing techniques and evaluation of print media are also included. MAC and some PC platforms utilized. This is a required course for the Visual Communication Technology— Graphic Arts & Printing Program.
    Prerequisites: EN 110 or permission of the instructor.
    F/S (S)
  

  • EN 205 - Interpersonal Communication

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course provides analysis of and practice in a variety of non-platform verbal and nonverbal interactions which take place between individuals and within small groups. Scenarios focus on job-related language skills and elements of communication theory. 
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 206 - Oral Interpretation of Literature

    Credit Hours: 3

    An experiential course that introduces the skills of literary analysis for the purpose of oral interpretive performance. Of equal importance, the course will endeavor to balance written analytic skills with vocal development and practical performance techniques. Students will explore analysis and performance aspects of prose, poetry, and dramatic literature, as well as the skills of adapting and staging material for group performance.
    F/S (C, S)
  

  • EN 210 - American Literature to (1865) I

    Credit Hours: 3

    An introductory survey of American literature and its relationships to literary, historical, and socio-political movements from its beginnings to the Civil War.   
    Cycles (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 211 - American Literature Since (1865) II

    Credit Hours: 3

    An introductory survey of American literature and its relationships to literary, historical, and socio-political movements from 1865 to the present.   
    S (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 214 - Public Speaking II: Debate and Occupational Speaking

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course facilitates effective public presentation and argumentation. Special focus is placed on group work and on professional presentations. 
    F/S (N)

    EN 114, Public Speaking, is recommended, but not a prerequisite.
  

  • EN 215 - African American Literature

    Credit Hours: 3

    A survey of African-American literature from its inception to the present.  The course will give attention to the influence of the African oral tradition and other pre-colonial cultural elements on subsequent African-American literature.  The impact on African-American literature of North American religious traditions, social movements, and historical events will be a key component.
    Cycles (C, N)
  

  • EN 220 - British Literature I

    Credit Hours: 3

    A survey of selected works of major British writers from the Anglo-Saxon period to 1800 with a consideration of English literary tradition. 
    F (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 221 - British Literature II

    Credit Hours: 3

    A survey of selected works of major British writers from the Romantic period to the present with a consideration of English literary tradition. 
    S (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 225 - Shakespeare

    Credit Hours: 3

    Study will include social, political and philosophical concepts of the time as they are reflected in Shakespeare’s writings. Students will study approximately nine of the plays and the sonnet cycle.
    Cycles (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 230 - World Literature

    Credit Hours: 3

    A course designed to assist the student in under­standing and appreciating how the cultural, historical, and political backgrounds of writers can influence their work. Emphasis will be placed on modern fiction, poetry, and drama from both the Eastern and Western worlds.
    Cycles (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 235 - U.S. Latino Literature

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course involves reading and discussion of various genres of Latino literature, including autobiographical essays, short stories, drama and poetry. Students learn to analyze the plots, themes, settings, characters, styles and moods of pieces of literature. Students examine the ways in which literary devices, allusions (historical, political, etc.) and figures of speech contribute to works as a whole. Readings and discussions of Latino literature of several different groups, including Puerto Ricans, Cubans and Dominicans within and outside of the U.S. will allow students to develop an awareness of and sensitivity to various Latino cultures. A comparative approach will be used throughout to develop critical thinking and deepen the knowledge and understanding students have of Latino people in the U.S.
    Cycles (C)
  

  • EN 236 - Images of Women in Literature

    Credit Hours: 3

    Explores male and female authors and their voices in the novel, short story, poetry, drama, and/or film. The course analyzes the motivations and achievements of authors and their characters in light of the historical backdrop of the work, and with emphasis on the portrayal of women.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 240 - Studies in Short Fiction

    Credit Hours: 3

    A course designed to acquaint the student with important works and writers in the short story genre from the nine­teenth century to the present, with emphasis on diversity of styles, subjects, and narrative methods. 
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 245 - Present-Day Short Fiction

    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of selected contemporary short fiction and its relevance to current ideas, trends, and events. Emphasis will be on the work of living writers.
    Cycles (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 250 - American Novel 1900 to the Present

    Credit Hours: 3

    A study in the development of the genre with novels representing 20th and 21st century American views, ideas, and problems.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 260 - Studies in Poetry

    Credit Hours: 3

    A course designed to build the student’s skill as a reader of poetry and to acquaint the student with important works and writers in the genre, with emphasis on poetic conven­tions and poetic form.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 265 - Modern and Contemporary Poetry

    Credit Hours: 3

    A course designed to investigate certain eminent 20th and 21st century poets and to develop an appreciation of their relevance to contemporary thought and the progression of the genre.
    Cycles (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 270 - Studies in Drama

    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of the nature and development of dramatic literature, examining such elements as structure, technical devices, theatrical effects and themes.
    Cycles (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 275 - Culture in the Community

    Credit Hours: 3

    A course structured intended to serve as an introduction to the history, language, literature, and culture of the wide variety of ethnic groups, on the Niagara Frontier. This course provides the participant with an understanding of the variety of backgrounds and cultures that may be found in Western New York and Buffalo. The course may be planned to make extensive use of slides, sound recordings, videos, and films. Students will be expected to choose a topic for individual research and to present their findings to the class in a 20-minute oral report. Content may include extensive field work.
    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
    Cycles (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 280 - Literature and Film

    Credit Hours: 3

    Selected written works and film adaptations will be examined and discussed.     
    Cycles (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 285 - Introduction to Film

    Credit Hours: 3

    A survey of important works since the advent of film. Assigned films may be foreign or U.S. productions. Course may focus on the language, history and dynamics of film.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 286 - Contemporary Cinema

    Credit Hours: 3

    The course explores contemporary cinema from the 1960s to the present day. It examines genres and style associated with contemporary film. Course will focus on techniques, theme, and form. Students will explore analysis and understanding of aspects of film through oral and written expression. Assigned films may be commercial, documentary, or experimental releases.
    Cycles (C, N, S)

    EN 285 would be helpful.
  

  • EN 290 - Introduction to Mass Media

    Credit Hours: 3

    The course introduces the student to mass communications theory, history and present areas of opportunities in journalism, radio, television and film. The course will also discuss the political, ethical and practical problems of mass communications in a democratic society. Lecture and discussion will be supplemented by visits with various local media organizations and people.
    Cycles (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 292 - Children’s Literature

    Credit Hours: 3

    In this survey course the types of children’s literature will be introduced. The importance of literature in the lives of children, the presentation of literature to children, and criteria for judging quality in children’s literature will also be covered. Students will be required to do oral presentations. 
    Cycles (C)
  

  • EN 294 - Mythology

    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of the major mythic stories and archetypal themes which continually reappear in literature as subject matter, symbols and allusions.
    Cycles (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 296 - The Bible as Literature

    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of selections from the Hebrew and Greek testaments, exploring the historical and literary use of the Bible as a text and in other literature.
    Cycles (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 297 - Topics in Literature:Major Authors

    Credit Hours: 3

    Topics will vary from semester to semester. They may include studies of individual authors, literary periods, themes, or literary genres. 
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 298 - Topics in Literature: Literary Periods and Movements

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course will survey the literary works produced during an historical period (i.e. Restoration Literature) or as part of a literary movement (i.e. Bloomsbury Group). Author(s) and works chosen will vary. 
    F or S (C, N, S)
  

  • EN 299 - Topics in Literature: Genre and Theme

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course will examine the range of literature created within a particular subgenre (i.e. science fiction, detective and/or crime fiction) or upon a consistent theme (i.e. environmental literature). Author(s) and works chosen will vary. 
    F or S (C, N, S)

Fire Protection Technology
  

  • FP 101 - Fire Prevention and Protection

    Credit Hours: 3

    A course describing methods of fire prevention, with emphasis on the development of a broad program of fire prevention methods used in other cities; methods of communication with large and small segments of the public; methods of enlisting public support; fire prevention in schools and industries; administration of fire prevention bureaus; problems of coordination with governmental and other public organizations. Techniques of inspection for members of the fire company and for higher command levels, for fire hazards and for fire loss, will not only be discussed in class but will also be demonstrated and practiced on field trips to various types of buildings.
    F (S)
  

  • FP 102 - Fire Protection Equipment and Alarm Systems

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course will study water supply for community fire protection standards required by the American Insurance Association; fire mains and their pumping station requirements; private fire protection systems; automatic sprinklers; special extinguishing systems and their agencies; municipal fire alarm systems; automatic signaling; watchman service; flammable and combustible gas detecting systems.
    F (S)
  

  • FP 103 - Building Construction and Fire Hazards

    Credit Hours: 3

    A course designed to acquaint the students in the fire protection technology including the fire department personnel with the principles and practices of building construction and with the major fire hazards involved in modern commerce and manufacturing. Relevant building, housing and fire codes will be studied as well as the effect of fire and problems of fire fighting in different types of structures, including theatres, factories, warehouses, buildings, skyscrapers, breweries, old and new tenements, one and two family houses, loft buildings, skyscrapers, etc. Attention will also be given to fire problems involving air conditioning, concealed space and refrigeration.
    F (S)
  

  • FP 105 - Fire Operations Strategy

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course describes coverage to include the aspects of tactics and strategy in extinguishing fires; pre-fire plans; organization of fire ground, including techniques of using available equipment and man power; a study of conflagrations and the techniques of predicting fire severity. Emphasis will be placed on the development of thinking skills in relation to crisis.
    S (S)
  

  • FP 106 - Legal Aspects of Fire Protection

    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of laws and regulations pertaining to the fire service and to fire personnel; pertinent laws, ordinances and codes; the responsibility and powers of the fire service in enforcement; the legal status of the fireperson; his/her rights, duties, liabilities and his/her status as a member of civil service. The course will include a study and a clarification of the legal terminology necessary for the interpretation of pertinent laws and decisions. Fire, police and false alarm matters will be examined.
    F (S)
  

  • FP 107 - Chemistry of Hazardous Materials

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course places specific emphasis on those chemicals and chemical processes most closely involved in fire prevention and fire activities of fire response personnel. Among the topics discussed are the use, storage, transportation and disposal of hazardous materials with emphasis on flammable liquids, flammable solids, oxidizing materials, corrosive liquids and compressed gases.
    S (S)
  

  • FP 108 - Safety in Industry and the Fire Services

    Credit Hours: 3

    The course defines the province of safety hazards and engineering and covers such topics as accident costs (direct, indirect and hidden), causes of accidents, safety codes and programs, accident investigation, methods of screening employees and fleet safety. Attention will also be given to special and common hazards in industrial plants and fire fighting and to various types of protective clothing and equipment.
    S (S)
  

  • FP 109 - Radiological Theory and Instrumentation

    Credit Hours: 3

    An intensive survey of the firefighting operations involving radioactive materials. After detailed consideration of basic atomic physics, the medical effects of external and internal radiation exposure and the peacetime uses of radioactive materials in medicine, industry and agriculture will be studied. The theory and the use of radiological instruments – the Dosimeter, the Ionization Chamber, the Geiger Counter, the Scintillation Counter, the Scaler-Ratemeter and emergency operating procedures will be covered. The study of the overall administration and planning in matters of civil defense and major disasters will be discussed. Laboratory demonstrations will be included.
    S (S)
  

  • FP 110 - Fire Investigation

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course describes the fireperson’s role in fire investigation; the method and mechanics of protecting and searching and controlling the fire scene; determining the point of origin, path of fire travel and fire cause; interviews and interrogations; recognizing and preserving evidence; state arson laws; alibis, motives and proving the corpus delecti; preparation of the case, court testimony, reports and records; juvenile fire setters.
    S (S)
  

  • FP 113 - Fire Codes and Standards

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course involves a thorough evaluation of the scientific, legal and technical basis of the fire codes and standards. An evaluation of the numerous fire tests upon which these standards are based will be made. The impact that these codes and standards have on the community’s residential, commercial and industrial development will be analyzed.
    S (S)
  

  • FP 114 - Fire Personnel Management and Administration

    Credit Hours: 3

    Study of the problems in organizing, planning and controlling the utilization of personnel, budgets and equipment in fire prevention and fire suppression. Emphasis is placed on the decision making process, time management, budget preparation, discipline, records, reports, labor relations and controls of the work unit.
    F (S)
  

  • FP 116 - Fire Arson Practical

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is designed to provide realistic hands-on training in fire investigation; the methods of protecting, searching and controlling the fire scene, determining the point of origin, path of fire travel and fire cause; interviews and interrogations; recognizing and preserving evidence; state arson laws; alibis, motives, proving the corpus delecti; preparation of the case, court testimony, reports and records; juvenile fire-setters.
    S (S)

Foreign Language
  

  • FL 101 - Introduction to Foreign Language I

    Credit Hours: 1-4

    The student will concentrate on acquiring good sound discrimination, good pronunciation, basic grammar and everyday vocabulary.
    Cycles (C, N, S)
  

  • FL 102 - Introduction to Foreign Language II

    Credit Hours: 1-4

    Continuation of FL 101.
    Cycles (C, N, S)
  

  • FL 103 - Intermediate Foreign Language I

    Credit Hours: 1-4

    Review of FL 101 and FL 102. The student will also refine and deepen his/her knowledge of grammar and enlarge his/her vocabulary.
    Cycles (C, N, S)
  

  • FL 104 - Intermediate Foreign Language II

    Credit Hours: 1-4

    Continuation of FL 103.
    Cycles (C, N, S)

French
  

  • FR 100 - French Literature in Translation

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course has a dual purpose: to introduce the student to works originally written in French and available in English; and to give the student a glimpse at what is involved in translating, by doing some translations under the direction of the instructor.
    Prerequisites: Good background in French (a minimum of three years of language study in high school). This may be waived by the instructor under special circumstances.
    Cycles (N, S)
  

  • FR 110 - Elementary French I

    Credit Hours: 4.5

    Beginning French for students with no previous French experience or up to one year of high school French. The course stresses the oral-aural aspect of the language through the development of the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will participate in laboratory work as selected by the individual campus for approximately one hour per week.
    Cycles (C, N, S)

    Foreign Language Requirement: Students who have successfully completed three years of study in foreign language in high school or have passed the Regents Exam in that language may not receive credit for a first semester language course (FR 110). Such students may, however, take second semester courses (FR 111) or higher for credit.
  

  • FR 111 - Elementary French II

    Credit Hours: 4.5

    Language as heard and spoken; development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing; five class hours weekly with regular drill in the language laboratory. French 111 is a second semester course after beginning French 110.  Students go to the Language Laboratory one hour weekly (instructor monitored) and one or more individual laboratory attendances are required.
    Prerequisites: FR 110
    Cycles (N, S)

    The course is intended for two types of students: those with up to three years of high school French who did not take or did not pass the third year NYS Regents; or those who successfully completed FR 110.
  

  • FR 112 - Intermediate French

    Credit Hours: 3.5

    A continuation of FR 110-111. The aim of this course is to improve the student’s fluency in audio-lingual skills with special emphasis on the understanding of the grammatical structure of French through selected contemporary French texts.
    Prerequisites: FR 110, FR 111
    Cycles (N, S)

    The course is intended for three types of students: those who passed the third year high school NY Regents; those who passed FR 111; or those with an equivalency of study in the language.

General Studies
  

  • GS 110 - Career Planning

    Credit Hours: 1

    An exploratory course specifically designed for students who are unsure of their career direction. Students will be helped in becoming knowledgeable career planners. Skills such as self-assessment, career search, identifying individual career options and decision making as they relate to career choice will be presented by the counselors as students are guided through the career planning process.
    F/S (C, N, S)

    This course is presented for three contact hours per week for the first five weeks of the semester.
  

  • GS 111 - College Success Skills

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course provides an opportunity for students to learn and adopt methods and strategies to promote personal growth and success in college and in life. Topics include: learning styles, problem-solving and creativity, cultural diversity, bibliographic instruction, time/task management, methods of inquiry and critical thinking, academic policies and procedures.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • GS 113 - Assessing Degree Options

    Credit Hours: 1

    This course is specifically designed for students’ undecided with a specific educational program and interested in exploring degree options within one of our college’s divisional vocational academic programs in Health Services, Business/ Public Service, or Engineering and Technology. Topics include critical thinking, goal setting, and motivation for success. This course offers interaction with speakers, various career interest inventories and exposure to regional career opportunities.
    Corequisites: GS 114
    F/S (C, N, S)

    This course is presented for fifteen contact hours.
  

  • GS 114 - Degrees, Skills & Service

    Credit Hours: 2

    This course is a continuation of GS 113 with enhanced focus on the selected degree program(s) the student is interested in/pre-registered for. This course will provide applied experience in areas of career choice through experiential (hands on) learning projects, on and off campus. Through these applied experiences students will work towards gaining innovative thinking towards their educational and personal interests.
    Prerequisites: GS 113
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • GS 201 - Internship

    Credit Hours: 3

    This unpaid internship is designed to provide Liberal Arts students with an opportunity to explore possible career interests in a work setting where students develop important job skills and gain practical work experience consisting of approximately 135 hours of supervised activity in a selected placement. Students gain not only experiential education, but also earn degree credits. In addition, students learn social behavior appropriate to their specific career interest. The placements are primarily intended for students who have completed at least two semesters of full-time study or the equivalent. Since ECC is located in a large metropolitan area, it is anticipated that many of the internships can be arranged close to the campus. Arrangements can be made through the coordinator of internships, co-ops and individual department chairs.
    F/S, SS (C, N, S)

Geography
  

  • GP 101 - Introduction to Physical Geography

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course will provide students with a comprehensive overview of the Earth’s physical environment from the atmosphere to the lithosphere through a physical geography perspective by examining the processes that create this environment. By successfully completing this course, students will have an appreciation for the Earth’s natural systems of weather, climate, geologic structures, and topography.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • GP 103 - Introduction to Human Geography

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course focuses on the spatial organization of human activities, including patterns of movement, the spatial diffusion of innovations, patterns of land use, location of cities and environmental perception. The course examines these diverse concepts through the unifying theme of globalization. Over the past 500 years, the world has been moving toward becoming one integrated global system rather than many different independent systems. This change has profound impacts on population, nature, economics, etc., and it is against the background of globalization the principles of human geography will be examined.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • GP 105 - World Regional Geography- Current Issues

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course gives an introduction to basic geographical concepts and an overview of the geography of the world. It organizes the world into twelve realms (North America, Eastern Europe, Northern Africa, etc) and examines elements of physical, cultural, historical, economic, and political geography within each realm. It examines international relationships within realms and between realms, and how these relationships affect, and are affected by, aspects of cultural, economic, and political geography. The main objectives are to learn to recognize connections between elements of geography in a place, connections between places, and how geographical factors shape the world we see today. A parallel objective is to gain a basic awareness of world geography.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • GP 140 - Introduction to Geospatial Technology

    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduction to Geospatial Technology covers various principles of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), remote sensing, and surveying with applications to data collection and location-based analysis for field-based sciences (planning, engineering, environmental science, biology, geology). Emphasis is on demonstrating key concepts, software capabilities, and opportunities in the geospatial industry. Students will work with hand held GPS, GIS, and remote sensing software. On campus field work is required. This is a required course in the GIS Certificate program. 
    F/S (N)
  

  • GP 150 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

    Credit Hours: 4

    This course will provide an introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) concepts and applications GIS is a spatial mapping technology that supports the science of geography. The course will explore the following: the variety of uses of spatial analysis; the basic terms and concepts in GIS; issues of data collection, appropriateness, and handling and introduce some techniques in spatial analysis. During the course, students will learn to use ESRI’s ArcGIS software. It is assumed that students have no prior knowledge about GIS. This course serves as a foundation course in the GIS Certificate program. Students should have basic computer skills (creating, saving, retrieving files) and familiarity with Windows operating system.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • GP 250 - Geographic Information Systems Skills and Techniques

    Credit Hours: 4

    This course will focus on the development of skills and techniques useful in spatial data creation, management and display in a geographic information system (GIS). The following applications will be emphasized: spatial data management, map editing, and creation of spatial data with ArcGIS software; and new technologies used in spatial data acquisition and storage. During the course, the student will refine their use of GIS software and online mapping applications. It is assumed that students have either taken GP150 or can demonstrate to the instructor an equivalent knowledge of GIS. This course serves as a required second-level course in the GIS Certificate program.
    Prerequisites: GP 150 or permission of the instructor.
    F/S (N)

    May be taken concurrently with GP 290.
  

  • GP 290 - Advanced Topics in Geographic Information Systems

    Credit Hours: 4

    This course provides an advanced study of GIS technologies, concepts and applications with an emphasis on GIS project completion and management. This third course builds on the experience and knowledge gained in GP 150 and GP 250. Students will gain practical experience by completing GIS projects that incorporate spatial database design, GIS analysis, suitability studies and GIS visualization.  ESRI’s ArcGIS product extensions including Spatial Analyst and 3D Analyst are utilized extensively. Experience will be gained via small in-class projects.
    Prerequisites: GP 150 or permission of the instructor.
    F/S (N)

    May be taken concurrently with GP 250.
  

  • GP 295 - GIS Internship

    Credit Hours: 4

    This course will provide practical hands-on GIS workplace experience in a real GIS work environment. The student will perform GIS tasks and analysis for a private company, government agency, or not-for-profit organization under the supervision of the course instructor and the hosting internship coordinator at the site. The specific GIS activities performed by the student will vary according to placement but will be itemized in a written contract and agreed to by the course instructor, the student and the hosting organization. Total work hours will be no less than 75 hours and no more than 90 hours for the semester.
    Prerequisites: GP 250 and discretion of instructor.
    F/S (N)

Geology
  

  • GL 130 - Hazardous Waste Operations

    Credit Hours: 3

    Topics include but not limited to topics on OSHA HAZWOPER standards, safety hazards, health hazards and exposure limits, physical hazards, medical surveillance, writing a health and safety plan, air decontamination, calculating and comparing pollution concentrations, sampling ground water well, model practical(ALOHA Model), North American Emergency Guidebook and spill drill practices.
    Prerequisites: GL 160, GL161, PH120, and PH 121
    F/S (N, S)
  

  • GL 160 - Physical Geology

    Credit Hours: 4

    A study of the methods of formation and modification of the Earth. Topics include composition of the crust, external processes, erosion, structural geology, minerals and rocks. There will be several field trips. GL 160 with GL 161 satisfies the lecture laboratory requirement for science and and non-science requirements.  
    Concurrent Registration: GL 161
    F/S (N, S)
  

  • GL 161 - Lab for GL 160

    Credit Hours: Included in the 4.0 credit hours for GL 160

    The laboratory includes  exercises in identification of common minerals, computer aided identification of rock types, map reading, topographic map exercises and structure analysis. There will be possible field trips. GL 160 with GL 161 satisfies the lecture laboratory science requirements for science and non-science majors. This laboratory course is to be taken concurrently with the lecture course GL 160 Physical Geology.  
    Concurrent Registration: GL 160
    F/S (N)
  

  • GL 170 - Field Ecology

    Credit Hours: 3

    A field-oriented lecture and laboratory experience which will examine varied environments and the unique biotic factors associated with them. A diverse array of environmental issues will be presented, with attention to the concepts of the environment, pollution, and the balance of man-made environments. Lectures and laboratory experiments will be conducted both on and off campus, and will be focused on the areas of environmental analysis, general ecology and conservation ecology.
    Prerequisites: GL 160, GL 161, PH 120, PH 121, PH 122, PH 123
    F/S (N)
  

  • GL 180 - Internship is Environmental Technology and Geoscience

    Credit Hours: 3

    This internship provides the opportunity to students to train in environmental technology and geoscience applications in industry and research.
    Prerequisites: GL 160, GL 161, PH 120, PH 121, PH 122, and PH 123
    F/S (N, S)

Government
  

  • GO 100 - Intro to Political Science

    Credit Hours: 3

    The course is designed to introduce students to the theme of world politics and evolutions of world political system. The course will address the following topics: System characteristics and factors that cause international systems to change, nationalism, and national interests, power and force as instruments of international politics, North-South issues, the international legal systems, progress in the resolutions of global economic and social and environmental problems.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • GO 101 - American Government I

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course examines the system of government in the United States of America through the investigation of the following topics: the function and relationship of the institutions of government (Congress, Presidency and Courts); the principle of federalism; democracy and political ideology; the role of political parties; popular participation and the media; public policy; interest groups and the nature of power in American politics.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • GO 102 - American Government II

    Credit Hours: 3

    The executive, legislative and judicial systems of New York State’s state and local governments are examined with a focus on organization, politics, political participation and policy making.
    S (C, N, S)
  

  • GO 103 - International Political Relations

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is designed to introduce students to the theme of world politics and evolution of world political systems. The course will address the following topics: system characteristics and factors that cause international systems to change, nationalism and national interests, power and force as instruments of international politics, North-South issues, the international legal system, progress in the resolution of global economic and social and environmental problems.
    F/S (C, N, S)

Health
  

  • HT 100 - Health Education

    Credit Hours: 3

    Health Education is designed to present a strong foundation of health education theory along with an abundance of strategies to help teachers develop the skills required to become competent health teachers. In addition, this course will provide an understanding and value of health information to adopt a healthy lifestyle. Health Education provides an opportunity for students to personalize information and, through critical thinking, make value-related decisions that will ultimately result in positive health habits.
    F/S, SS (C, N, S)
  

  • HT 101 - Health

    Credit Hours: 3

    This is an introductory course designed to provide a broad spectrum of information in the areas of health and wellness. Upon course completion, the student will be able to distinguish and discuss health concerns related to personal lives, community and the environment.
    F/S, SS (C, N, S)
  

  • HT 102 - Drug Use and Abuse

    Credit Hours: 3

    A health elective designed to aid students in the identification of various drugs popular in our society. An in-depth study of the physical and psychological effects of drugs, as well as a review of the health problems associated with drug use will be studied. The social and economic impact of illegal drug use and addiction will also be studied.
    F/S, SS (C, N, S)
  

  • HT 103 - Community Health

    Credit Hours: 3

    A course examining the responsibilities of individual citizens, government and voluntary health agencies in addressing health issues and programs. The health services and agencies available at the global, national, regional and local level will be reviewed.
    F/S, SS (C, N, S)
  

  • HT 105 - Personal Health

    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of the principles, problems and practices in the maintenance and improvement of the individual’s health. The scientific approach to the solution of personal health care will be examined.
    F/S, SS (C, N, S)
  

  • HT 106 - Current Issues in Health

    Credit Hours: 3

    A survey course designed to take an in-depth look at present-day health issues. Class topics and materials will change as health issues arise during the semester. Discussions will focus on the current health issues presented in class.
    F/S, SS (C, N, S)
  

  • HT 111 - Foundations of Health

    Credit Hours: 3

    An introduction to basic principles underlying good health. Included is a historical and philosophical discussion of health principles and practices.
    F/S, SS (C, N, S)
  

  • HT 201 - First Aid

    Credit Hours: 3

    The purpose of this course is to provide the citizen responder with the knowledge and skills necessary in an emergency to help sustain life, reduce pain, and minimize the consequences of injury or sudden illness until professional medical help arrives.
    F/S, SS (C, N, S)

Health Information Technology
  

  • MR 101 - Introduction to Health Information

    Credit Hours: 3

    An introduction to the field of health information. Study and analysis of the functions of a Health Information Department and its relationship to other departments within a health facility. Study of medical records, purposes, components and uses of the medical record are reviewed. Numbering, filing, storage and retrieval systems and the emerging electronic health records are discussed.
    Corequisites: MR 102
    F (N)
  

  • MR 102 - Lab for MR 101

    Credit Hours: 1

    Basic experience in a simulated medical record /health information management department.  Ethics, assembly, analysis, abstracting , numbering, filing  and retrieval systems and electronic health record will be introduced.
    Corequisites: MR 101
    F (N)
  

  • MR 103 - Health Record Law

    Credit Hours: 3

    Principles of law as applied to the health field, with practical reference to all phases of medical record/health information practice. Legal forms, release of information guidelines and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) will be presented.
    Prerequisites: MR 101, MR 102
    S (N)
  

  • MR 105 - Introduction to Coding, Classification & Reimbursement Systems

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course includes a study of the principles of disease nomenclature and classifications systems, specifically an in-depth study of the ICD-9-CM coding and related reimbursement systems.
    Prerequisites: BI 150, BI 151, MA 115, MR 101, MR 102
    Corequisites: MR 106
    F (N)
  

  • MR 106 - Lab for MR 105

    Credit Hours: 1

    This lab covers the application of the principles of disease nomenclature and classifications, specifically an in-depth study of the ICD-9-CM coding and related reimbursement systems.
    Prerequisites: BI 150, BI 151, MA 115
    Corequisites: MR 105 or permission of the instructor.
    F (N)
  

  • MR 107 - Health Information Assessment and Reporting Principles

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course covers the standards and the basic areas of quality management, quality improvement, and the knowledge and skills needed to apply these principles in assessing the quality of patient care. In addition, the course includes the principles, standards and regulations pertaining to risk management, utilization review and health care statistical processes.
    Prerequisites: MR 101, MR 102, MR 103
    S (N)
  

  • MR 203 - Advanced Coding, Classification & Reimbursement Systems

    Credit Hours: 3

    Concurrent Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding conventions and guidelines will  be presented along with various reimbursement systems (DRGs, ASCs, RBRVs, APCs). 
    Prerequisites: BI 150, BI 151, BI 152, BI 153, MR 105, MR 106, MR 250
    Corequisites: MR 204
    F (N)
  

  • MR 204 - Lab for MR 203

    Credit Hours: 1

    This is a practical advanced application of the guidelines and conventions used in CPT coding. Various reimbursement systems (DRG’s, APC’s, RBRVS, ASC’s) for a variety of patient encounters will be discussed as well as coding quality control systems.
    Prerequisites: BI 150, BI 151, BI 152, BI 153, MR 105, MR 106, MR 250
    Corequisites: MR 203
    F (N)
  

  • MR 205 - Alternative Health Care Delivery Systems

    Credit Hours: 3

    This is the study of specialized record systems following state, federal, and accreditation guidelines for alternative health care delivery systems such as long term care, ambulatory care, psychiatric, home health, managed care and other specialties. Details of record systems, reimbursement systems, and regulations will be discussed.
    Prerequisites: MR 203, MR 204
    Corequisites: MR 206, MR 253
    S (N)
  

  • MR 206 - Lab for MR 205

    Credit Hours: 1

    This course includes the application, review and investigation of specialized record systems following, state, federal, and accreditation guidelines for alternative health care delivery systems. These systems include long terms care, ambulatory care, psychiatric, home health, managed care and other specialties. Details of record systems, reimbursement systems and regulations will be applied.
    Prerequisites: MR 203, MR 204
    Corequisites: MR 205, MR 253
    S (N)
  

  • MR 208 - Health Care Reimbursement

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is designed to develop an understanding of the basic types of medical insurance programs available in today’s health care system. Practical applications of guidelines, conventions, and methodologies used in universal claims submissions, and reimbursement in various health care settings will be discussed. In addition, compliance with payer regulations and guidelines of various reimbursement systems will be introduced. 
    Prerequisites: MR 105, MR 106
    F/S (N)
  

  • MR 209 - Computer Systems in Health Care

    Credit Hours: 2

    This course is designed to provide a conceptual understanding of computerized information systems and their growing importance in the health care industry. This course explores these issues by studying the past, present and future of computers and technology in the health care environment. Basic concepts, theories and models underlying the science of information are examined.
    Prerequisites: CS 101, OF 101 or OF 102 or OF 111, MR 101, MR 102, MR 105, MR 106
    Corequisites: MR 210
    F (N)
  

  • MR 210 - Lab for Computerized Systems in Health Care

    Credit Hours: 1

    This course will focus on the applications of computers and information systems in the health care industry. Hands-on experience in the use of computers and specific health information application software will be explored. Systems analysis, transcription, communication applications and current topics in health information systems will be addressed.
    Prerequisites: MR 101, MR 102, MR 105, MR 106, CS 101, OF 101 or OF 102 or OF 111
    Corequisites: MR 209
    F (N)
  

  • MR 211 - Topics in Health Information Management

    Credit Hours: 2

    A variety of topics regarding the subject-related field will be presented. Registries, ICD-10-CM/PCS,  management in the health care environment, preparation for HIM careers and professional development, and current trends in the health information management (HIM) profession will be addressed.
    Prerequisites: MR 101, MR 102, MR 105,MR 106, MR 107
    S (N)
  

  • MR 212 - Coding Seminar

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course offers a practical medical coding opportunity using both manual and computerized systems. An advanced application with integration of ICD-9- CM and CPT classification systems will be used to code hospital, physician inpatient and outpatient diagnoses and services. Reimbursement methodologies for a variety of health care providers from various settings will also be applied to include the financial impact analysis and case mix reporting. Systems used to meet medical coding compliance guidelines, fraud and abuse prevention and regulatory compliance will be studied.
    Prerequisites: BI 150, BI 151, BI 152, BI 153, MA 115, MR 105, MR 106, MR 203, MR 204, MR 250
    S (N)
 

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