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2008-2010 Catalog 
    
2008-2010 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Fire Protection Technology

  
  • 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 department 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • FP 109 - Radiological Theory and Instrumentation


    Credit Hours: 3

    An intensive survey of the fire fighting operations involving radioactive materials. After detailed consideration of basic atomic physics, the medical effects of external and internal radiation exposure and the peace-time uses of radioactive materials in medicine, industry and agriculture will be studied. Training will be given in the theory and the use of radiological instruments—the Dosimeter, the Ionization Chamber, the Geiger Counter, the Scintillation Counter, the Scaler-Ratemeter and in emergency operating procedures. The study of the overall administration and planning in matters of civil defense and major disasters will be covered. Laboratory demonstrations will be included.
  
  • FP 110 - Fire Investigation


    Credit Hours: 3

    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 delicti; preparation of the case, court testimony, reports and records; juvenile fire setters.
  
  • FP 112 - Historical Developments in Fire Science


    Credit Hours: 3

    The history of fire service in the United States will be traced together with significant changes in basic concepts surrounding the service. Factors which have necessitated the changes will be studied. The need for a separate identity for fire service will be considered. Future aspects for the service will be examined.
  
  • FP 113 - Fire Codes and Standards


    Credit Hours: 3

    Methods, techniques and procedures used to arrive at fire ratings and standards will be studied, and an evaluation of these will be made. The significance which these ratings have upon community industrial life will be analyzed.
  
  • 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.
  
  • FP 116 - Fire Arson Internship


    Credit Hours: 3

    The internship is designed to provide realistic hands-on training in fire investigation; the methods and mechanics of protecting, searching and controlling the fire scene, as well as determining the fire cause, point of origin and path of travel. Students will gain field experience observing interviews and interrogations, recognizing and preserving evidence, gain knowledge of state arson laws and understanding of alibis and motives as well as preparation of the case, court testimony, reports and records. Special handling of juvenile fire setters is also studied.

Foreign Language

  
  • FL 101 - Introduction to Spoken Foreign Language I


    Credit Hours: 4 hours

    The student will concentrate on acquiring good sound discrimination, good pronunciation, basic grammar and everyday vocabulary.
  
  • FL 102 - Introduction to Spoken Foreign Language II


    Continuation of FL 101.
  
  • FL 103 - Intermediate Spoken Foreign Language I


    Review of FL 101 and FL 102. The student will also refine and deepen his/her knowledge of grammar and enlarge his/her vocabulary.
  
  • FL 104 - Intermediate Spoken Foreign Language II


    Continuation of FL 103.

French

  
  • FR 100 - French Literature in Translation


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course has a dual purpose: 1) to introduce the student to works originally written in French and available in English; 2) 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • FR 111 - Elementary French II


    Credit Hours: 4.5

    Continuation of FR 110.
    Prerequisites: 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. Prerequisite:
    Prerequisites: FR 110-111.
  
  • FR 113 - Intermediate French II


    Credit Hours: 3.5

    Continuation of FR 112 with emphasis on intensive reading.
    Prerequisites: FR 112.
  
  • FR 114 - French Conversation and Composition I


    Credit Hours: 3

    The course’s aim is to further the student’s skill in the speaking and writing of French through selected works of classic, as well as contemporary French writers. Emphasis on conversation in the spoken language. Prerequisite: satisfactory completion of FR 113.
  
  • FR 120 - Introduction to French Literature


    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of selected works of leading contemporary French writers, introducing the student to French poetry, novel and theatre. The course comprises the study of at least one major contemporary French novel. Three classes per week.
    Prerequisites: FR 114 or by satisfactory score on the proficiency test.

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. Note: 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.

Geography

  
  • GP 101 - Introduction to Physical Geography


    This course deals with contemporary aspects of geography, both physical and environmental. Specific topics will include the lithosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere of the earth.
  
  • GP 103 - Introduction to Human Geography


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course will focus on the spatial organization of human activities, including the following patterns of movement, the spatial diffusion of innovations, patterns of land use, location of cities and environmental perception.
  
  • GP 105 - World Regional Geography- Current Issues


    This course is designed as an introduction to the world community, current world issues and how the concepts of geography impact conditions and policies throughout the world. The course is a study of world regions on the basis of their current level of development, political systems and social and religious structures and the interaction among these regions. No previous knowledge in geography, economics, or political science is required or assumed.
  
  • 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 some familiarity with Windows operating system.
  
  • 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: data management, map digitizing, map editing, creation of spatial data with AutoCAD, programming to expand GIS software functionality and concerns and problems in project management. During the course, the student will refine their use of AutoCAD Map software as it applies to GIS analysis. It is assumed that students have either taken GP 150, Introduction to GIS, or can demonstrate to the instructor an equivalent knowledge of GIS. This course serves as a second-level course in the GIS Certificate program.
    Prerequisites: GP 150 or instructor’s permission.
    May be taken concurrently with GP 290.


  
  • GP 290 - Advanced Topics in Geographic Information Systems


    Credit Hours: 4

    This course will provide an advanced study of GIS concepts and applications. This third course builds on the experience and knowledge gained in GP 150 and GP 250. Students will gain practical experience by performing a number of GIS tasks such as: 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 instructor permission.
    May be taken concurrently with GP 250.


  
  • GP 295 - GIS Internship


    Credit Hours: 4

    This course will provide practical hands-on GIS workplace experience by placing him/her 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.

Geology

  
  • GL 160 - Physical Geology


    Credit Hours: 4

    A one-semester course designed to familiarize the student with the method 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.
    Prerequisites: None.
    Concurrent registration in GL 161 required.


  
  • GL 161 - Lab for GL 160


    Credit Hours: 0

    To be taken concurrently with GL 160.Included will be lab exercises in identification of common minerals, computer aided identification of rock types, map reading, topographic map exercises and structure analysis.

Government

  
  • GO 100 - Intro to Political Science


    An exploration of the central issues of politics such as democracy and dictatorship, types of governments, the relationship of the economy and politics, justice and authority, power and media persuasion and culture and politics.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • GO 103 - International Political Relations


    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.

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.
  
  • HT 101 - Health


    Credit Hours: 3

    Designed to bring about an awareness of the many facets of healthier living. Methods of recognizing various diseases, as well as the cause of present-day health problems will be emphasized.
  
  • HT 102 - Drug Use and Abuse


    Credit Hours: 3

    A health elective designed to aid students in the identification of all chemicals popular in our society. An in-depth study of the effects, both physical and mental, of drugs on the individual. Included will be a review of contemporary studies dealing with health problems that plague users.
  
  • HT 103 - Community Health


    Credit Hours: 3

    A course examining the responsibilities of individual citizens, government and voluntary health agencies in solving health problems. The health services and agencies available in communities will be reviewed.
  
  • 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.
  
  • HT 106 - Current Issues in Health


    Credit Hours: 3

    A survey course designed to take an in-depth look at present-day health problems. Class topics and material will change as health issues arise during the semester.
  
  • HT 107 - Drugs and Health Seminar


    Credit Hours: 1

    Review of the history of drugs and their classification in the United States. Distinction will be made between legal and illegal use of drugs as well as the type of addiction, if any, associated with each. Students will be informed of the various agencies which have been established to deal with drug problems within the community.
  
  • HT 109 - Community Health


    Credit Hours: 1

    Designed to focus on the changing views of community health from 1850 to the present. Current community health problems will be discussed.
  
  • HT 110 - Human Sexuality


    Credit Hours: 1

    Designed to provide the student with up-to- date and accurate information on human sexuality. Emphasis will be placed on developing a basic understanding of the relationship between human sexuality and health, as well as ability to distinguish between research material and mere opinion or myth.
  
  • HT 111 - Foundations of Health


    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduction to basic principles underlying good health. Included is a historical and philosophical discussion of health principles and practices.
  
  • HT 200 - Standard First Aid


    Credit Hours: 1

    This course will include the elements of basic First Aid and CPR techniques for adults. Successful completion of the course gives the student the option of receiving an American Red Cross or American Heart Association First Aid and/or CPR certificate.
  
  • HT 201 - First Aid


    Credit Hours: 3

    Emphasis will be placed on knowledge and procedures in responding to emergency first aid situations. Successful completion of this course gives the student the option of receiving American Red Cross Responding to Emergencies and CPR certifications. (Alternate additional certifications available are: American Red Cross Emergency Response and CPR certifications or American Heart Association. First Aid and/or CPR certificates).

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. Background to medical records, purposes, components and uses of the medical record are reviewed. Numbering, filing, storage and retrieval systems are discussed.
    Corequisites: MR 102.
  
  • MR 102 - Lab for MR 101


    Credit Hours: 1

    Basic experience in a simulated medical record department laboratory. Assembly, analysis, numbering and filing of medical records will be introduced.
    Corequisites: MR 101.
  
  • MR 103 - Health Record Law


    Credit Hours: 2

    Principles of law as applied to the health field, with practical reference to all phases of medical record practice. Legal forms and release of information guidelines will be presented.
    Prerequisites: MR 101, MR 102.
  
  • MR 105 - Introduction to Coding, Classification & Reimbursement Systems


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course includes a study of the principles of disease nomenclature and classifications, specifically an in-depth study of the ICD-9-CM coding and related reimbursement systems. Basic CPT/HCPCS coding concepts will also be introduced.
    Prerequisites: MA 555.
    Corequisites: MR 106, BI 150, 151 or permission of instructor.
  
  • MR 106 - Lab for MR 105


    Credit Hours: 1

    This course includes a study of the principles of disease nomenclature and classifications, specifically an in-depth study of the ICD-9-CM coding and related reimbursement systems. Basic CPT/HCPCS coding concepts will be applied.
    Prerequisites: MR 555
    Corequisites: MR 105 BI 150, 151 or permission of instructor.
  
  • 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.
    Corequisites: MR 103.
  
  • MR 203 - Advanced Coding, Classification & Reimbursement Systems


    Credit Hours: 3

    This is an advanced application of the guidelines and conventions used in ICD- 9-CM. CPT coding conventions and guidelines will also be presented. Various reimbursement systems (DRGs, ASCs, RBRVs, APCs) for a variety of patient encounters will be discussed as well as coding quality control systems.
    Prerequisites: MR 105, MR 106,MA 555, BI 152 or permission of instructor.
    Corequisites: MR 204.
  
  • MR 204 - Lab for MR 203


    Credit Hours: 1

    This is a practical advance application of the guidelines and conventions used in ICD-9-CM and CPT coding. ICD-9-CM and CPT coding software applications will be introduced and utilized.
    Prerequisites: MR 105, MR 106,MA 555 or permission of instructor.
    Corequisites: MR 203.
  
  • MR 205 - Alternative Health Care Delivery Systems


    Credit Hours: 3

    Study the trends in a variety of health care delivery systems along with an overview of different health care facilities’ organizational structure and accreditation and licensing requirements. Continuation of health care reimbursement issues.
    Prerequisites: MR 105, MR 106, MR 252,MA 555.
    Corequisites: MR 206, MR 253.
  
  • MR 206 - Lab for MR 205


    Credit Hours: 1

    Laboratory applications for reporting health information to outside agencies and preparing long-term patient care plans.
    Prerequisites: MR 203, MR 204,MA 555.
    Corequisites: MR 205 and MR 253.
  
  • MR 208 - Health Care Reimbursement


    Credit Hours: 3

    An introduction to health care finance, billing and reimbursement. The impact of medical coding, Medicare’s correct initiative and documentation of medical necessity on reimbursement will also be examined. Basic principals of third party payer reimbursement, compliance planning and fraud and abuse will be addressed.
    Prerequisites: MR 105, MR 106 or permission of instructor.
  
  • 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, MR 101, MR 102, MR 105, MR 106.
  
  • 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: CS 101, MR 101, MR 102, MR 105, MR 106.
    Corequisites: MR 209.
  
  • MR 211 - Topics in Health Information Management


    Credit Hours: 2

    This course will cover a variety of topics in the area of health information. Management in the health care environment, development of policies and procedures, cancer registry, and current trends in the health information management profession will be addressed.
    Prerequisites: MR 209, MR 210, BU 400.
    Corequisites: MR 205, MR 206.
  
  • 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: MA 555, BI 150, BI 152, MR 105, MR 106, MR 203, MR 204, MR 213 and MR 214.
  
  • MR 213 - Advanced CPT


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course includes advanced study of HCPCS/CPT coding system. Radiology, laboratory, medicine and E/M services coding will be presented in depth. Coding instruction will focus on physician services in a variety of health care settings.
    Prerequisites: MR 203, MR 204.
    Corequisites: MR 214.
  
  • MR 214 - Lab for Advanced CPT


    Credit Hours: 1

    This course includes the practical application of guidelines and conventions used in the advanced study of the HCPCS/CPT coding system. Hands on applications utilizing both manual and automated systems will be practiced.
    Prerequisites: MR 203, MR 204.
    Corequisites: MR 213.
  
  • MR 250 - Health Concepts


    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduction to the study of disease with emphasis on etiology; major signs, symptoms and manifestations; diagnostic and laboratory tests, medical and surgical terminology as applicable, clinical course and prognosis. Basic principles of pharmacology and other treatment modalities specific to diagnostic groups will be addressed. Application of knowledge of disease pathology to the identification, classification and abstraction of pertinent clinical data from health records.
    Prerequisites: MA 555 or permission of instructor.
  
  • MR 252 - Professional Practice Experience I


    Credit Hours: 3

    Enables student to utilize the knowledge and skills obtained in previous classroom instruction in a supervised clinical setting through placement at a health care facility. Students will participate in the actual functioning of a medical record department under the supervision of health information management.
    Prerequisites: MR 101, MR 102, MR 103,MA 555, BI 150, BI 151, MR 105, MR 106.
  
  • MR 253 - Professional Practice Experience II


    Credit Hours: 1.5

    Provides the student with the opportunity to visit and gain experience in medical record departments of a variety of health care settings.
    Prerequisites: MR 203, MR 204, MR 152.
    Corequisites: BI 150, BI 151, BI 152, BI 153, MR 205, MR 206.

History

  
  • HI 100 - Foundations of Western Civilization


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course will survey the classical world- Hellenic, Hellenistic and Roman – and address its role in the formation of western civilization
  
  • HI 101 - American History I


    Credit Hours: 3

    A survey of American history from the colonial origins to the Civil War.
  
  • HI 102 - American History II


    Credit Hours: 3

    A survey of American history from reconstruction to the contemporary era.
  
  • HI 103 - African-American


    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of the African heritage; black experience under slavery; the role of blacks and their influence on history. The freed black during reconstruction; black migration and ultimate adjustment to urbanization; black leaders, institutions and thought and the black in contemporary America.
  
  • HI 104 - History of Technology


    Credit Hours: 3

    The course deals with a comparative and topical approach to technology and its effects on the modern world. It is highly recommended that this course be taken in the student’s second year.
  
  • HI 106 - World Civilizations I


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course will introduce students to the historical evolution of world civilizations in Africa and Asia, from ancient times to the 18th century.
  
  • HI 107 - World Civilizations II


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course will introduce students to the historical evolution of world civilizations in Africa and Asia, from the 18th century to modern time.
  
  • HI 108 - Work in America: U.S. Labor History


    Credit Hours: 3

    A survey of the forces and issues that have shaped the development of work and the labor movement in America, from colonial times to the present.
  
  • HI 109 - Modern Europe I


    Credit Hours: 3

    A history of the political, social and cultural life of Europe from the Renaissance to the Age of Napoleon.
  
  • HI 110 - Modern Europe II


    Credit Hours: 3

    A history of the political, social and cultural life of Europe from the French Revolution to the present.
  
  • HI 111 - British History to 1688


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course traces the development of Britain from the Anglo-Saxon conquests through the Anglo-Norman, Plantagenet and Tudor-Stuart eras. It emphasizes major political and constitutional developments, including the Magna Carta, English common law, the growth of Parliament, the English Civil War and the settlement of the Glorious Revolution.
    Prerequisites: No prerequisites.
  
  • HI 112 - British History since 1688


    Credit Hours: 3

    The growth of modern Britain from the Glorious Revolution to the present. Constitutional, political and social developments are stressed together with the impact of the Industrial Revolution on British society.
    Prerequisites: No prerequisites.
  
  • HI 208 - The Enlightenment


    Credit Hours: 3

    This seminar involves a close reading, in a small group setting, of original Enlightenment texts as intellectual history and a way of situating historical and contemporary understandings of freedom, the role of reason, self-determination, the individual and society. A critical evaluation of original texts and a study of eighteenth century kindling of self-conscious social thought and its influence on the rational organization of society and social institutions in the formative years of the modern natural and social sciences.
    Prerequisites: Any one of the following courses; HI100, HI109, HI111, participation in Honors Concentration or permission of instructor.
  
  • HI 231 - Civil War and Reconstruction


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is a survey of the causes, course and effects of the Civil War and Reconstruction. It focuses on the political, economic, social and military events of the era.
  
  • HI 241 - History of World War II


    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of World War II: the broad historical background, the military, diplomatic, technological, social and cultural history, and its enduring impact on the societies of the world.
  
  • HI 260 - History of the Social Image of Women in American Culture


    Credit Hours: 3

    A chronological overview of the theories on the role of women in American society. The roles of women are examined in terms of their relationship to social institutions. The analysis is historical in nature.

Homeland Security

  
  • HS 100 - Introduction to Homeland Security


    An introductory course to homeland security which will provide students with a basic understanding regarding the practices and principles of homeland security including, but not limited to, a study of the formation of the Department of Homeland Security, the Patriot Act and other legislation pertaining to homeland security. Students will also receive a fundamental understanding of terrorism. This course can be used as a criminal justice elective or an open college elective.
  
  • HS 105 - Terrorism and Hate Crimes


    An in depth examination of domestic and international terrorism and the threats posed on our homeland security. In addition, students will gain an understanding of hate crimes and legislation concerning both hate crimes and terrorism. This course can be used as a criminal justice or an open college elective.
  
  • HS 110 - Basic Incident Command


    Fulfills a need for first responders and persons interested in entering this field to learn and utilize a basic unified command system for dealing with disasters and emergencies.
  
  • HS 200 - Homeland Security and Assessment


    Provides instruction on how to conduct a risk assessment analysis for a business or a community. It is intended for those involved in emergency planning or security work.
  
  • HS 210 - Advanced Incident Command and Homeland Security


    Expands on the basic incident command concepts developed in the basic incident command course. It will closely relate to the intermediate and advanced incident command courses already approved by FEMA and will also cover management concepts associated with managing or coordinating a major incident (either a natural or man made disaster such as a terrorist attack).
  
  • HS 220 - Homeland Security Internship


    Provides students with the opportunity to further develop their skills by actually working in the field and performing some homeland security tasks. Internships will be tailored as much as possible to the student’s skill level and interests.

Honors Program

  
  • HP 100 - Honors Colloquium I


    Credit Hours: 1

    Honors students are required to take three semesters of colloquium to graduate with an Honors Concentration.
  
  • HP 101 - Honors Colloquium II


    Credit Hours: 1

    Honors students are required to take three semesters of colloquium to graduate with an Honors Concentration.
  
  • HP 102 - Honors Colloquium III


    Credit Hours: 1

    Honors students are required to take three semesters of colloquium to graduate with an Honors Concentration.
  
  • HP 103 - Honors Colloquium IV


    Credit Hours: 1

    Honors students are required to take three semesters of colloquium to graduate with an Honors Concentration.

Hotel Restaurant Management

  
  • HR 111 - Hospitality Service Seminar


    Credit Hours: 3

    A course designed to introduce students to the comprehensive scope of the hospitality industry. Emphasis will be on the past, present and future of the industry, career opportunities, characteristics of various hospitality operations and skills required to be successful, with a focus on the importance of the service concept.
  
  • HR 112 - Hospitality Cost and Purchasing Control


    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of the concepts, terminology and mathematical procedures involved in cost analysis, purchasing control and budgeting. Systems for control for all costs will be examined. Students will operate their own restaurant in concert with other students, making management, menu and cost decisions through the use of computer simulation.
  
  • HR 123 - Supervisory Development in Hotel Restaurant Management


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course presents the information required to successfully supervise hospitality employees. Emphasis will be placed on the functions of management, workplace diversity, communication, recruitment, selection, training and evaluation of staff. Consideration will also be given to planning, decision-making and delegation as it relates to the hospitality environment.
  
  • HR 135 - Food Preparation Techniques


    Credit Hours: 4

    A study of the fundamental principles of food preparation and laboratory experience in high standards of production; attractive service, selection of equipment for work and the effective use of time and emphasis on basic food preparation techniques, including the principles of preparation and the use of convenience foods in the areas of egg cookery, appetizer, desserts, vegetables, stock and soups, sauces, cereals, pasta, meats, poultry and seafood.
  
  • HR 136 - Sanitation


    Credit Hours: 2

    Introduces the student to the factors contributing to contamination of food and food preparation facilities. Managerial considerations will be discussed, as well as cleaning, sanitizing agents, approved building material and state and federal governance. A nationally recognized certification exam will be administered at the conclusion of the course. ServSafe Certification.
  
  • HR 261 - Hospitality Operations I


    Credit Hours: 7

    This course is concerned with the theory and practical application of sound business practices in the program’s restaurant and food facilities. The students rotate through station assignments involving menu planning, equipment usage, safety and sanitation, food production, purchasing, receiving, operational controls, etc. (This course will be scheduled for one half semester.)
  
  • HR 262 - Hospitality Internship


    Credit Hours: 4

    The object of this course is to acquaint students with management experience by participating at a hospitality location off campus. Primary emphasis will be on food and beverage service, sanitation, operational controls, promotional strategies, human resource management and processing financial information. It is designed to be a capstone activity. (This course will be scheduled for one-half semester.)
  
  • HR 273 - Hospitality Financial Information Systems


    Credit Hours: 3

    The hospitality industry requires large volumes of paperwork and communication in order to insure proper coordination of services and internal controls. Computer systems and programs have been developed to assist management in eliminating excessive paperwork and coordinating services and internal controls. This course is designed to assist the student in developing literacy with programs presently in use in the hospitality industry.
 

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