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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 
 

Chemistry
  

  • CH 220 - Organic Chemistry I

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is a detailed introduction to Organic Chemistry designed as a second year offering to science majors and to students in pre-medical, pre-dental, physical therapy, chiropractic, veterinary science, mortuary science, and other related disciplines. Topics include: electronic structure & bonding;  properties of organic molecules;  nomenclature and conformations  of alkanes & cycloalkanes;  stereochemistry - enantiomers & diasteriomers;   holoalkanes - nucleophilic substitution and elimination reactions & mechanisms;  and alkene and alkynes - structure, synthesis,  reactions and mechanisms.   
    Prerequisites: CH 182
    Concurrent Registration: CH 221
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • CH 221 - Lab for CH 220

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    This laboratory course includes: physical procedures; melting point determination; crystallization; distillation; steam distillation; experiments emphasizing basic techniques and procedures; handling organic chemicals; set up and use of organic equipment; safety; separations; purifications; measures of purity; and procedure for disposal of waste chemicals.
    Prerequisites: CH 183
    Concurrent Registration: CH 220
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • CH 222 - Organic Chemistry II

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is a continuation of CH 220 which includes the structure, synthesis, and reaction of the following classes of organic compounds: alcohols;  ethers and epoxides;  conjugated systems and aromatic compounds;  aldehydes and ketones;  organic acids and their derivatives; and  amines and amides.   NMR and IR spectroscopic structural determination of organic molecules will also be discussed.
    Prerequisites: CH 220
    Corequisites: CH 223
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • CH 223 - Lab for CH 222

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    An advanced procedures and preparations course in organic techniques utilizing single and multi-step methods of synthesis, subsequent purification techniques, and an introduction to infrared and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopic techniques.
    Prerequisites: CH 221
    Concurrent Registration: CH 222
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • CH 240 - Analytical Chemistry

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of quantitative, electrochemical, spectrophotometric and chromatographic methods of chemical  analysis.  Topics will include: laboratory statistics; aqueous solution chemistry; acid/base, redox, and precipitation titrimetric analysis methods; electrochemistry theory and analysis methods stressing potentiometry; spectrophotometric analysis methods; and general chromatographic principles.
    Prerequisites: CH 182, CH 183
    Corequisites: CH 241
    F (N)
  

  • CH 241 - Lab for CH 240

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    This laboratory course provides an introduction to the experimental techniques involved in quantitative chemical analysis.  Topics will include: volumetric determinations; potentiometric titrations; selective electrochemical analysis; spectrophotometric analysis; and chromatographic separation.
    Prerequisites: CH 182, CH 183
    Concurrent Registration: CH 240
    F (N)
  

  • CH 262 - Physical Chemistry

    Credit Hours: 3

    Topics covered: gases and liquids; the solid state; first law of thermodynamics; thermochemistry; the second and third laws of thermodynamics; free energy and equilibrium; atomic structure; chemical bonding; molecular structure; chemical equilibrium; solutions; colligative properties of solutions and the phase rule.
    Prerequisites: CH 182
    F (N)

Civil Engineering Technology
  

  • CI 100 - Application of Digital Computer

    Credit Hours: 3

    A combination lecture and lab course involving the use and applications of computers and software in problem-solving and report writing for both civil engineering technology and construction management engineering technology.  The course utilizes basic and advanced features of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point plus Internet research to solve engineering problems and produce engineering reports. Program functions are used to solve various technical problems. Select data is displayed in graphic formats.
    F/S (N)
  

  • CI 110 - Surveying I

    Credit Hours: 3

    A combination lecture and lab course involving the history, importance, and types of surveys. Deals with theory of measurements and errors; types of measurements made in surveying; units of measurement; traverse computation; and preparation of simple maps.
    Prerequisites: MT 122 or MT 126 and CI 100 is recommended or concurrent registration.
    F/S (N)
  

  • CI 130 - Engineering Mechanics

    Credit Hours: 3

    An extension of that phase of physics covering static force systems and vectors. Topics include force systems; analysis of simple structures; centroids and center of gravity; moment of inertia of areas and radius of gyration.
    Concurrent Registration: MT 122 or MT 126
    F (N)
  

  • CI 165 - Surveying II

    Credit Hours: 3

    Includes land and boundary surveys; property descriptions; U.S. Land Systems and topographic mapping. Performs construction surveys with related computations; circular and parabolic curves and introduction to state plane coordinates. The lab includes field survey projects, drafting and calculations to prepare property surveys, topographical maps, utilization of electronic distance measurement equipment, design calculations and solve by digital computer programs.
    Prerequisites: CI 110
    S (N)
  

  • CI 175 - Computer Aided Drafting I

    Credit Hours: 3

    A basic computer aided drafting course using the latest release of Auto CAD. Students learn how to produce orthographic projections, building plans, site plans and topographical drawings. Additional topics covered are title blocks, scanned images, flow diagrams and schematics. Students are instructed in methods used to develop electronic photo images as background layers for renovation drawings.
    F/S (N)
  

  • CI 185 - Strength of Materials

    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of the laws governing the distribution of internal stresses and their accompanying deformations. Topics include fundamental stress and strain relationships; shear and bending moment diagrams; beam design; deflection of simple beams; stresses due to eccentrically applied loads; column design and combined stresses.
    Prerequisites: CI 130
    S (N)
  

  • CI 210 - Materials Testing

    Credit Hours: 3

    A combination lecture and lab course dealing with the mechanical and physical properties of construction material in accordance with standard specifications.
    Prerequisites: CI 100, CI 185
    F (N)
  

  • CI 220 - Structural Steel Design

    Credit Hours: 3

    Deals with the design and checking of suitable steel sections per latest A.I.S.C. specifications to be used as beams, girders, lintels, columns and struts and the design of simple frames. Different types of fasteners are discussed, in addition to static loads, wind and impact loads. Use of digital computers required.
    Prerequisites: CI 185, MT 122 or MT 126
    F/S (N)
  

  • CI 230 - Soils and Foundations

    Credit Hours: 3

    A combination lecture and lab course involving the introduction to soil origins, nature, gradation, classification, stress, selection and design of foundation to transfer loads to sub soil formations. Calculations using digital computers are required.
    Prerequisites: CI 100
    F/S (N)
  

  • CI 240 - Engineering Drafting

    Credit Hours: 3

    A lecture recitation class that introduces engineering drawing and geometry, skills and knowledge of drafting tools, orthographic projection, lettering, dimensioning, sectional views and development of working drawings. The laboratory session is devoted to the layout of various engineering drawings, and operation of mechanical drafting.
    F/S (N)
  

  • CI 255 - Highway Design

    Credit Hours: 3

    An introduction to the planning and design of modern highway systems. Topics to be covered include: highway administration, soil mechanics relating to sub-grades and base courses, highway drainage, design of pavements and materials, and Geometrical design of highways.  The lab portion of the class includes design and calculations relating to basic highway design projects with integration of digital computer programs for problem-solving in specific projects.
    Prerequisites: CI 100, CI 165
    F/S (N)
  

  • CI 260 - Estimating for Engineers

    Credit Hours: 3

    An introduction to commercial estimating practices used by engineers. Topics to be covered are: Labor productivity and analysis, accounting analysis, work and project estimating and cost analysis. Student will use the latest computer programs to perform estimates and quantity take offs.
    Prerequisites: CI 100
    F/S (N)
  

  • CI 265 - Contracts/Specifications/Management

    Credit Hours: 3

    A course intended to introduce the student to basic concepts and principles of law involving construction contracts, specifications and management. Emphasis is placed on the interaction between the engineer and contractor, as it relates to the involvement and liability of the civil technician.
    F/S (N)
  

  • CI 285 - Reinforced Concrete Design

    Credit Hours: 3

    A basic course in concrete design, dealing with the general properties of reinforced concrete; the design of reinforced concrete beams, girders and floor slabs; the design of columns subjected to axial and eccentric loads and the design of columns and wall footings. Ultimate strength theory is used per the latest A.C.I. building code requirements for reinforced concrete.  Digital computers are used for problem solving.
    Prerequisites: CI 100, CI 185, MT 122 or MT 126
    F/S (N)
  

  • CI 295 - Hydraulics & Hydrology

    Credit Hours: 4

    A basic course in water supply and sewage treatment. Topics include: population forecasting, collection of storm water and sewage, distribution including storage and networks, and treatment sewage.
    Prerequisites: CI 100, CI 130
    F/S (N)

Clinical Laboratory Technology
  

  • ML 111 - MLT Seminar

    Credit Hours: 1

    This course presents an overview of the profession of the clinical laboratory technician. The student will be introduced to the basic medical laboratory terminology which will be encountered in each of the disciplines within the field of CLT.
    F (N)
  

  • ML 112 - Clinical Analysis I

    Credit Hours: 2

    An introduction to clinical chemistry. Discussion of laboratory chemicals, methods of water purification, laboratory concentration units and calculations, collection and handling of blood specimens, variation in laboratory results, quality control and reference intervals.
    Prerequisites: High school chemistry and Algebra.
    Concurrent Registration: CH 146 or CH 180 or permission of the instructor.
    F (N)
  

  • ML 122 - Clinical Analysis II

    Credit Hours: 3

    Discussion of basic electrical concepts and safety, basic functional units of analytical instruments, pH calculations and buffer solutions, blood gas analysis, chloride analysis, spectroscopy and spectrophotometers, fluorometry, iron, calcium and phosphorus analysis and trace element analysis.
    Prerequisites: ML 112
    Concurrent Registration: ML 123 or permission of the instructor.
    S (N)
  

  • ML 123 - Lab for ML 122

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    The student will perform routine colorimetric determinations and use automated clinical chemistry instrumentation. Special chemistry procedures may be performed. Students must report results in writing and by computer, according to established procedures. Work with these procedures will be continued in ML 213.
    Prerequisites: ML 112
    Concurrent Registration: ML 122 or permission of the instructor.
    S (N)
  

  • ML 124 - Serology Lab

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    A course which presents the basic immunologic concepts as they relate to laboratory diagnosis/treatment/prevention of disease. Fundamental mechanisms of the immune system and immunologically-related diseases will be incorporated. The underlying principles of currently used serologic procedures of clinical significance will be discussed. A research paper and oral presentation is required.
    Prerequisites: BI 110, BI 115, CH 146 or CH 180, ML 112 or permission of the instructor.
    S (N)
  

  • ML 125 - Physiology and Pathology

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course emphasizes the physiology of the major systems of the body using anatomy and structure for landmarks. Pathological conditions are discussed and laboratory findings are integrated where applicable.
    Prerequisites: BI 110, BI 115, CH 146 or CH 180
    S (N)
  

  • ML 126 - Bio-Organic Chemistry

    Credit Hours: 3

    An introduction to organic chemistry including alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, aromatic structures, alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, amines, carboxylic acids, anhydrides, esters and amides. In-depth study of the biochemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes and nucleic acids. Emphasis is placed on nomenclature, structures of molecules, mechanisms of reactions and metabolic pathways.
    Prerequisites: CH 146 or CH 180, ML 112 or permission of the instructor.
    S (N)
  

  • ML 127 - Phlebotomy

    Credit Hours: 2

    This course involves the role of the phlebotomist in facilitating the specimen collection process. Classroom and laboratory instruction concentrate on venipuncture using simulated arms and micro-collection techniques. Introduction to point of care testing and waived category tests; quality management and liability risk management is also included.
    Prerequisites: MA 115 or ML 111 or permission of the instructor.
    Concurrent Registration: ML 128
    F/S (N)
  

  • ML 128 - Clinical Rotation Phlebotomy

    Credit Hours: 2

    This off-campus course provides the opportunity to gain practical experience in the collection of clinical samples at designated clinical sites. Emphasis is placed on actual performance of procedures using techniques and skills learned during the on-campus aspect of this course. Students are supervised and instructed at the clinical sites by clinical faculty. They must successfully interact with patients, health care professionals, exhibit professional and ethical behavior and complete the rotation in order to complete the course requirements and the on-campus course (ML 127).
    Prerequisites: MA 115 or ML 111 or permission of the instructor. Completion of health form and updated PPD within the year is required.
    Concurrent Registration: ML 127
    F/S (N)
  

  • ML 210 - Clinical Laboratory Procedures

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    Study of urinalysis and body fluids and an introduction to histological principles and procedures. Emphasis is placed on laboratory analysis, testing and observation of both hospital and contrived patient samples. Students use data from case studies to correlate test results with disease states.
    Prerequisites: ML 125
    Corequisites: ML 214, ML 215, ML 218, ML 219
    S (N)
  

  • ML 211 - Clinical Rotation I

    Credit Hours: 2

    This course requires students to complete a series of specialty rotations at designated clinical sites (and to participate in discussions of related issues) which will provide exposure to a variety of physical settings, current state-of-the-art instrumentation. Students have the opportunity to gain practical experience in collecting clinical samples and performing laboratory analysis of hematological, chemical, immunohematologic, immunologic or microbiologic tests/parameters on clinical specimens using current instrumentation available at the clinical site. Emphasis will be on actual performance of these procedures using skills which have been learned during the first two semesters of the program. Students are supervised and instructed at clinical sites by clinical faculty. Students must successfully complete the rotation and submit on time the required clinical reports in order to successfully complete course requirements.
    Prerequisites: All ML courses in the first and second semesters of the curriculum or permission of the department head.
    Corequisites: ML 213, ML 225
    F (N)
  

  • ML 212 - Clinical Analysis III

    Credit Hours: 3

    Discussion of sodium and potassium analysis, ion selective electrodes, electrophoresis, plasma proteins, immunoassay, chromatography, drug analysis, endocrinology, osmometry and automation.
    Prerequisites: ML 122, ML 123
    Concurrent Registration: ML 213 or permission of the instructor.
    F (N)
  

  • ML 213 - Lab for ML 212

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    A continuation of ML 123. The student will perform routine colorimetric determinations and use automated clinical chemistry instrumentation. Special chemistry procedures may be performed. Students must report results in writing and by computer, according to established procedures. Clinical laboratory rotation assignments must be completed.
    Prerequisites: ML 122, ML 123
    Concurrent Registration: ML 212 or permission of the instructor.
    F (N)
  

  • ML 214 - Hematology I

    Credit Hours: 2

    Origin, development and morphology of the cellular constituents of blood and introduction to bone marrow. Emphasis is on normal blood composition, variables affecting normal blood and the mechanics and significance of CBC parameters.
    Prerequisites: ML 122, ML 124, and ML 125
    Concurrent Registration: ML 215 or permission of the instructor.
    S (N)
  

  • ML 215 - Lab for ML 214

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    Laboratory exercises include routine CBCs on hospital obtained and microcollection specimens. Special testing procedures may be performed. Automated counting devices, PC data entry and basic case studies are introduced. Students must report results properly, recognize reference intervals and relate fundamental clinical significance. Affective evaluations must be satisfactory.
    Prerequisites: ML 123, ML 124, and ML 125
    Concurrent Registration: ML 214 or permission of the instructor.
    S (N)
  

  • ML 216 - Immunohematology

    Credit Hours: 2

    A course which presents current concepts in transfusion medicine, including the characteristics of major blood groups; compatibility testing; hemolytic disease of the newborn; the collection, processing and storage of blood and components; the testing and quality control procedures required prior to the release of blood and components for transfusion and the complications which may result from transfusion.
    Prerequisites: ML 124 or permission of the instructor.
    Concurrent Registration: ML 217
    F (N)
  

  • ML 217 - Lab for ML 216

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    The student will practice procedures routinely performed in a transfusion service including ABO and Rh, anti-globulin and compatibility testing. The student must achieve a minimum grade of 80 percent on the final practical exam in order to pass the course. (note: a critical mistake during the final practical will result in automatic failure in the course).
    Prerequisites: ML 124 or permission of the instructor.
    Concurrent Registration: ML 216 or permission of the instructor.
    F (N)
  

  • ML 218 - Clinical Microbiology I Lecture

    Credit Hours: 2

    An introductory microbiology course, emphasizing the clinical laboratory, technical skills and theory behind basic clinical microbiology procedures. Topics include classification and diversity of microbes, cell structure and function, growth, metabolism and genetics, laboratory methods for cultivation and identification of microbes from patient specimens. The principles of infectious disease production, microbial pathogenicity and host defense mechanisms are also presented.
    Prerequisites: BI 110, BI 115
    Concurrent Registration: ML 219
    F (N)
  

  • ML 219 - Clinical Microbiology I Lab

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    An introductory clinical microbiology laboratory course emphasizing the hospital laboratory, technical skills and the theory of basic clinical microbiology procedures. Laboratory methods include the Gram stain procedure, preparation of culture media, aseptic technique, collection and handling of microbiological specimens and isolation and identification of pathogens from the upper respiratory tract, urinary tract, gential tract and intestinal tract . Basic procedures for culture and classification of medically significant fungi are also included.
    Prerequisites: BI 110, BI 115
    Concurrent Registration: ML 218
    F (N)
  

  • ML 220 - Topics in Clinical Microbiology

    Credit Hours: 1

    The lectures will focus on procedures for identification of clinically significant pathogens in specialized areas of microbiology with emphasis on parasitology, virology and mycobacteriology. This course will be updated annually to reflect new disease trends related to the previously listed areas. Students will be required to research emerging pathogens in these areas of microbiology.
    Prerequisites: BI 110, BI 115, ML 218, ML 219 or BI 230, BI 231
    S (N)
  

  • ML 221 - Clinical Rotation

    Credit Hours: 2.5

    Continuation of ML 211. This course requires students to complete a series of specialty rotations at designated clinical sites and to participate in discussions of related issues, which will provide exposure to a variety of physical settings, current state-of-the-art instrumentation, provide patient contact and contact with professionals. Students will have the opportunity to gain practical experience in collecting clinical samples and performing laboratory analysis of hematological, chemical, immunohematologic, immunologic or microbiologic test/parameters on clinical specimens using current instrumentation available at the clinical site. Emphasis will be on actual performance of these procedures using skills which have been learned during the first two semesters of the program. Students are supervised and instructed at clinical sites by clinical faculty. Students must successfully complete the rotation and submit, on time, the required clinical reports in order to successfully complete course requirements.
    Prerequisites: All ML courses in the first, second and third semesters of the curriculum or by permission of the department head.
    S (N)
  

  • ML 222 - Clinical Analysis IV

    Credit Hours: 3

    Study of carbohydrates, lipids, enzymes, renal and liver function testing. Emphasis will be placed on methods of analysis and clinical significance. Clinical laboratory rotation assignments must be completed.
    Prerequisites: ML 123, ML 125, ML 126 ML 212, ML 213 or permission of the instructor.
    S (N)
  

  • ML 224 - Advanced Hematology

    Credit Hours: 3

    Emphasis is placed on hematological changes associated with disease states in the granulocytic, immune, erythrocytic and coagulation systems. Evaluation of selected diseases by a case studies approach is included.
    Prerequisites: ML 214, ML 216
    Concurrent Registration: ML 225 or permission of the instructor.
    F (N)
  

  • ML 225 - Lab for ML 224

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    Laboratory exercises on hospital and capillary collection specimens include use of point of care instrumentation, introduction to state-of-the-art instruments, special procedures, coagulation testing and case studies of a variety of blood dyscrasias using critical thinking skills. Venipuncture training on simulated arms is also included. Affective evaluations must be satisfactory. Clinical laboratory rotation assignments must be completed.
    Prerequisites: ML 215
    Concurrent Registration: ML 217, ML 224, ML 227
    F (N)
  

  • ML 227 - Immunohematology II Laboratory

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    Continuation of ML 217. Discussions and laboratory procedures will include general transfusion practices, the resolution of ABO and Rh discrepancies, identification procedures of red cell antibodies, transfusion practices involving incompatibilities and the laboratory investigation of the positive DAT, HDN and hemolytic anemia.
    Prerequisites: ML 214, ML 215, ML 216, ML 217 or permission of the instructor.
    Concurrent Registration: ML 224
    S (N)
  

  • ML 228 - Clinical Microbiology II Lecture

    Credit Hours: 2

    Continuation of ML 218 with the discussion of the pathogenesis and identification of specific microorganisms isolated from clinical specimens according to the ASCP Board of Registry Guidelines for CLT curriculum. A taxonomic approach will be used in presenting the groups of microorganisms.
    Prerequisites: ML 218, ML 219
    Concurrent Registration: ML 229
    S (N)
  

  • ML 229 - Clinical Microbiology II Lab

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    Continuation of ML 219 with advanced techniques in procedures for cultivation, isolation and identification of pathogenic microorganisms from a variety of hospital provided or simulated clinical specimens. Clinical specimens include urine samples, throat, rectal, genital and wound swabs.
    Prerequisites: ML 218, ML 219
    Concurrent Registration: ML 228
    S (N)

Communication and Media Arts-Communication Arts
  

  • CA 120 - Introduction to Rhetoric

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is the study of the effective, artistic and persuasive use of communication. Rhetorical theory will be studied through a historical perspective with the focus remaining on the philosophy and utility of language.
    F (S)
  

  • CA 121 - Communication Theory

    Credit Hours: 3

    Communication theory introduces students to important theories that shape the field of communication studies. These theories affect all facets of communication including interpersonal, small group, organizational, mass mediated and multicultural contexts. Through this class, you will be invited to join in the debate about the nature, functions, processes and methods underlying human communicative behavior.
    S (S)
  

  • CA 210 - The Language of Vision and Sound

    Credit Hours: 3

    The focus of this course will be on the principles of aesthetics, form and perception as they apply to film and television. The methods by which these mediums communicate influence our ability to understand the messages. Lectures on image analysis will be supplemented by slide presentations and video clips from television and film.
    F/S (S)
  

  • CA 220 - Introduction to Broadcasting

    Credit Hours: 3

    The course will introduce the student to broadcasting technology, history, infrastructure, programming and regulation. The content of television and radio will be analyzed as a component of student research.
    F/S (S)
  

  • CA 221 - Writing for Media

    Credit Hours: 3

    The course will address the varying methodologies utilized in writing for different media. The class will establish a basis for writing in advertising, news, radio and television, in addition to scripting for film and video productions. All writing assignments will culminate in a professional portfolio.
    F/S (S)
  

  • CA 226 - Communication Research Practicum

    Credit Hours: 3

    The purpose of this course is to familiarize students with both qualitative and quantitative research methods employed in interpersonal, organizational and mass communication studies. The primary goal is to provide students with the hands-on experience of creating all aspects of an empirical study including literature review, conceptualization, methodology, data collection, data analysis, and results writing. After editing, the group study will be submitted to several journals with the aim of publication.
    F/S (S)
  

  • CA 295 - Video Postproduction

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course will be devoted to the principles and functions of video postproduction. The primary focus will be on computer based editing and software applications. The integration of motion picture and audio with digital based operations is extensively significant in the fields of film, television and video production. This course will enable students with the necessary skills in non-linear editing.
    F/S (S)
  

  • CA 299 - Internship

    Credit Hours: 3

    The internship is an opportunity for students to gain significant experiences in their chosen field of interest. The objective of the course is to allow students access to working environments where the practical application of their studies and their career potential can be assessed. Arrangements can be made through the department chair.
    F/S, SS (S)

Computer Aided Drafting and Design Technology
  

  • DF 106 - Technical Graphics I w/AutoCAD

    Credit Hours: 4

    The purpose of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the importance of engineering graphic communication to the design process. Students will gain hands-on experience creating freehand sketches, CAD technical drawings using orthographic projections, sections, auxiliary views and isometric drawings. The course presents logical, well-tested, step-by-step instruction on traditional drafting techniques and AutoCAD commands.
    F/S (S)
  

  • DF 107 - Technical Graphics II w/Autodesk Inventor

    Credit Hours: 4

    This is a continuation of DF 106. The purpose of this course is to continue to provide students with an understanding of the importance of engineering graphic communication to the design process. Students will gain more hands-on experience creating freehand sketches, CAD technical drawings using more complex orthographic projections, sections, auxiliary views and isometric drawings. The course presents logical, well-tested, step- by-step instruction on traditional drafting techniques and inventor commands.
    Prerequisites: DF 106 or equivalent.
    F/S (S)
  

  • DF 200 - Intro to Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

    Credit Hours: 3

    The course is designed to introduce the student to Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software with the capability of structurally analyzing objects and assemblies created in solid modeling. Once the results are determined, the data will be assessed and presented in an engineering report. A knowledge of solid modeling is recommended but not required, as practice models can be furnished.
    S (S)
  

  • DF 213 - Electronic Drafting

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    Standard electrical symbols for motor control; elementary and wiring diagrams; wireless diagrams; wiring lists; commercial and industrial plant layout; conduit schedules and control centers; communications electronic symbols; basic amplifier layout and diagram; block diagrams and electronic and static control diagrams.
    Prerequisites: DF 106 or equivalent.
    F/S (N, S)
  

  • DF 216 - Mechanical Drafting Strength of Materials

    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduction to the theory of material behavior upon application of various loading conditions. Topics include concepts of stress and strain, torsion, stresses in beams and columns due to mechanical loading, temperature stresses, thin-wall cylinder and sphere analysis.
    Prerequisites: ME 114
    S (S)
  

  • DF 222 - 3-D Auto CAD

    Credit Hours: 2

    This required course is designed to develop proficiency in working with AutoCAD’s three dimensional capabilities. The focus will be on developing wireframe surface and sound models, then presenting them as shaded on rendered images. The students will also produce axonometric and perspective views.
    Prerequisites: DF 106
    F/S (S)
  

  • DF 225 - AutoCAD Applications for Interior Design

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course will provide a comprehensive step-by-step guide for students of interior design and architecture. It will cover commands needed to construct furniture drawings, floor plans, interior furniture presentation drawings, interior elevations, building elevations and site plans.
    F/S (S)
  

  • DF 230 - Introduction to Solid Works

    Credit Hours: 2

    An introduction to drafting and modeling software for development of working drawings, which detail the manufacturer and assembly of mechanical components and devises. The course includes instruction for preparing both virtual and actual presentations utilizing printers and plotters.
    F/S (N, S)
  

  • DF 235 - Introduction to Pro Engineer

    Credit Hours: 2

    An introduction to drafting and modeling software for development of working drawings, which detail the manufacture and assembly of mechanical components and devices. The course includes instruction for preparing both virtual and actual presentations utilizing printers and plotters.
    F/S (S)
  

  • DF 237 - Industrial Analysis

    Credit Hours: 2

    This required course is designed to develop an understanding of the various job opportunities for a graduate of the CADD Technology program and how to properly apply for those opportunities.  There will be various field trips to local companies representing a broad range of disciplines. There will also be an emphasis on preparing resumes and cover letters.
    Prerequisites: CADD senior level students only.
    S (S)
  

  • DF 250 - Manufacturing Processes & Materials

    Credit Hours: 4

    A comprehensive theory course in materials and processes used in production manufacturing. Instruction presented through lecture includes materials of metallic and non-metallic substances and their processes in casting, molding, forging, welding, hot and cold working. Also includes machining processes.
    F/S (S)
  

  • DF 279 - Systems Piping

    Credit Hours: 2

    Course is designed for students with a background in mechanical drawing who wish to develop specialized skills in the field of pipe drafting.
    F (S)
  

  • DF 280 - Descriptive Graphics

    Credit Hours: 2

    Introduction to basic principles and methods of graphical solution of point, line and plane space problems.
    Concurrent Registration: DF 281
    F (S)
  

  • DF 281 - Lab for DF 280

    Credit Hours: 1

    Application of the principles of orthographic projection to the graphic solutions of technological problems.
    Concurrent Registration: DF 280
    F (S)
  

  • DF 282 - Descriptive Graphics II

    Credit Hours: 2

    Extension of the basic principles and methods of graphical solutions to curved and warped surfaces, to intersections of surfaces and to related three-dimensional space problems.
    Prerequisites: DF 280
    Concurrent Registration: DF 283
    S (S)
  

  • DF 283 - Lab for DF 282

    Credit Hours: 1

    Application of the fundamentals of orthographic projection to the graphical solution of engineering problems.
    Concurrent Registration: DF 282
    S (S)
  

  • DF 290 - Architectural Drafting

    Credit Hours: 2

    A course in basic engineering drawing and applied geometry, with an introduction to architectural working drawings. Topics include the use of instruments, lettering, orthographics, isometrics, sections, conventions and dimensioning.
    S (N, S)
  

  • DF 296 - Structural Detailing

    Credit Hours: 2.5

    A continuation of architectural and structural drafting with emphasis on the technical language and current detailing practice for structural steel, reinforced concrete and timber. This is accomplished by solving typical problems that are encountered in actual practice.
    Prerequisites: DF 107
    S (S)

Computer Repair Technology
  

  • CP 112 - Technology Methods

    Credit Hours: 2

    Introduction to the calculator, meters, oscilloscope, problem solving, graphing techniques, data presentation, soldering, wire wrapping and printed circuits. Introduction to computer usage. 
    Concurrent Registration: CP 113
    F (S)
  

  • CP 113 - Lab for CP 112

    Credit Hours: 1

    Experiments and demonstrations using the calculator, meter, oscilloscope, problem solving, graphing techniques, data presentation, soldering, wire wrapping, printed circuits.  Introduction to computer usage.
    Concurrent Registration: CP 112
    F (S)
  

  • CP 114 - Electrical Circuits

    Credit Hours: 4

    The study of both D.C. circuits (Ohm’s Law, power, Kirchhoff’s Law, Thevenin’s Law, Norton Law, maximum power transfer, resistance, magnetism) and A.C. circuits (sine wave voltage effects, capacitance, inductance, resonance, and transformers).
    Concurrent Registration: CP 115
    F (S)
  

  • CP 115 - Lab for CP 114

    Credit Hours: 1

    Experiments in measurement of D.C. and A.C. voltage, current, power, and impedance.
    Concurrent Registration: CP 114
    F (S)
  

  • CP 120 - Logic I

    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduction to binary numbers, logic functions, Boolean algebra, logic circuits applications, flip-flops, registers, counters, arithmetic circuits, memory systems, and input-output devices.
    Prerequisites: CP 112, CP 113, CP 114, CP 115
    Concurrent Registration: CP 121
    S (S)
  

  • CP 121 - Lab for CP 120

    Credit Hours: 1

    Experiments and demonstrations using integrated circuit logic gates to develop logic designs and combinational logic circuits, flip-flops, data registers, counters, encoding and decoding circuits, and arithmetic circuits.
    Prerequisites: CP 112, CP 113, CP 114, CP 115
    Concurrent Registration: CP 120
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  • CP 122 - Electronics I

    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of electronic device characters including solid state diodes, transistors, and integrated circuits. Covers basic principles, circuit analysis and application.
    Prerequisites: CP 112, CP 113, CP 114, CP 115
    Concurrent Registration: CP 123
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  • CP 123 - Lab for CP 122

    Credit Hours: 1

    Experiments and demonstrations using solid state diodes, transistors, and integrated circuits. Observations and analysis of their characteristics in computer circuit applications.
    Prerequisites: CP 112, CP 113, CP 114, CP 115
    Concurrent Registration: CP 122
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  • CP 148 - Basic Electricty for Mechanical Drafting

    Credit Hours: 3

    Course is offered to give a basic understanding of electrical concepts. Electrical symbols and codes are introduced as well as schematic diagrams. Both DC (direct current) and AC (alternating current) concepts are introduced.
    F (S)

    This course is not a substitution for CP 112 or CP 114.
  

  • CP 165 - Computer Applications for Computer Technicians

    Credit Hours: 2

    An introductory course in essential state-of-the-art service and repair-related computer program skills. For today’s computer technician, the need for understanding of both hardware and software is of paramount importance. The use of computer programs to design circuits, compile reports, develop presentations, create and keep records is an everyday necessity. Lessons will include how to log on to the college network , use e-mail, use the Internet to look up reference material and make presentations to the class. Programs will include Multisim™ Circuit Design, word processing, spreadsheets and presentation programs. Projects and presentations will be assigned to provide the student with hands-on experience.
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  • CP 180 - Casino Gaming Machine System Maintenance

    Credit Hours: 4

    This course is offered as a capstone course combining information and skills mastered in its pre- and co-requisites. The operation and the proper procedures for set up and maintenance of IGT Class 3-based slot machines will be presented. This course will include both in-class machine operations and off-campus visitations.
    Prerequisites: CP 112, CP 113, CP 114, CP 115, CP 165
    Corequisites: CP 120, CP 121, CP 122, CP 123
    S (S)
  

  • CP 202 - Microcontrollers Lab

    Credit Hours: 1

    Programming the PIC 16C57 Microcontroller. Constructing and testing circuits to be interfaced with the “PIC 16.” Programs to be written and executed in “PBASIC.” 
    S (S)
  

  • CP 210 - Computer Processors

    Credit Hours: 3

    An in-depth study of the design and organization of the computer central processing unit with emphasis on Intel™ microcomputers. Areas of study include introduction to DOS, Windows operating systems, central processor, timing and controls, memory, and I/O operation.
    Prerequisites: CP 120, CP 121, CP 122, CP 123
    Concurrent Registration: CP 215
    F (S)
  

  • CP 215 - Lab for CP 210

    Credit Hours: 1

    Experiments and demonstrations on the operation, maintenance, fault analysis, and servicing of the computer central processing unit. Includes central processor, timing and controls, memory unit and input/output operation.
    Concurrent Registration: CP 210
    F (S)
  

  • CP 220 - Peripherals I

    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of the architecture and functional operation of computer peripherals, terminal interfacing, hard-copy terminals, and video terminals. Emphasis will be placed on the processor/peripheral control dialogue and data transfer.
    Prerequisites: CP 120, CP 121, CP 122, CP 123
    Concurrent Registration: CP 210, CP 215, CP 223
    F (S)
  

  • CP 223 - Lab for CP 220

    Credit Hours: 1

    Experiments and demonstrations on the operation, maintenance, fault analysis, alignment and servicing of computer peripherals. Includes keyboards, the mouse and monitors.
    Concurrent Registration: CP 220
    F (S)
  

  • CP 226 - Digital Logic II

    Credit Hours: 3

    Digital Logic applications, circuits, multiple logic drivers, output indicators, memory functions, compilers, arithmetic logic units, processors, and logic controllers.
    Prerequisites: CP 120, CP 121, CP 122, CP 123
    Concurrent Registration: CP 227
    F (S)
  

  • CP 227 - Lab for CP 226

    Credit Hours: 1

    Experiments and demonstrations using integrated circuit logic gates to develop RAMs, ROMs, D/A and A/D conversions. ALU, UARTs, PALs, microprocessors and programming.
    Concurrent Registration: CP 226
    F (S)
  

  • CP 230 - Microprocessor Applications

    Credit Hours: 3

    A study in elementary computer architecture and in the operating principles of currently available large scale integrated circuit microprocessors. Support hardware necessary to connect microprocessor to its physical environment is examined.
    Prerequisites: CP 120, CP 121, CP 122, CP 123
    Concurrent Registration: CP 233
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  • CP 233 - Lab for CP 230

    Credit Hours: 1

    Experiments and demonstrations on the operation and application of microprocessors. The microprocessor will be used to monitor external equipment and process.
    Concurrent Registration: CP 230
    S (S)
  

  • CP 236 - Electronics II

    Credit Hours: 2

    The study of electronic circuits, stage gain, input and output, impedance matching, differential amplification,comparators, operational amplifier and control feedback applications. Linear integrated circuit applications, notch filters, timers and RF amplifiers.
    Prerequisites: CP 112, CP 113, CP 114, CP 115, CP 120, CP 121, CP 122, CP 123
    Concurrent Registration: CP 237
    F (S)
  

  • CP 237 - Lab for CP 236

    Credit Hours: 1

    Experiments constructing and measuring the input, output and gain characteristics of linear electronic circuits. Integrated circuits, feedback control and special circuit applications.
    Concurrent Registration: CP 236
    F (S)
  

  • CP 250 - Data Communications and Interfacing

    Credit Hours: 3

    Study of the characteristics, protocol and operation systems and networks designed to interface with the computer. Methods of data transmission, types of communication networks, and interfacing with various communication lines are discussed.
    Prerequisites: CP 210, CP 215, CP 220, CP 223
    Concurrent Registration: CP 251
    S (S)
  

  • CP 251 - Lab for CP 250

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    Experiments and demonstrations on the characteristics, protocol and operation of data communications systems and networks.
    Prerequisites: CP 210, CP 215, CP 220, CP 223
    Concurrent Registration: CP 250
    S (S)
  

  • CP 260 - Systems Maintenance

    Credit Hours: 3

    Comprehensive development of a preventive maintenance regimen plus the use of diagnostic programs to identify hardware or software malfunctions and isolate faults to a device or subsystem level.
    Prerequisites: CP 210, CP 215, CP 220, CP 223
    Concurrent Registration: CP 265
    S (S)
 

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