HC 142 - Working in the Learning Garden

• analyze square foot gardening, comparing the number of plants needed for the space provided;
• distinguish between pre-started plants and seeds. Identify what plants are most effective to use;
• demonstrate the understanding of composting and the critical role worms play in a successful garden;
• demonstrate the knowledge of soil provisions, water, toners and plant foods necessary to continuously improve soil conditions;
• develop an understanding of pollination and its necessary role to create the fruit and kill harmful bugs; and
• develop menus based on seasonal crops grown.

HR 111 - Hospitality Service Seminar

• describe an overview of the hospitality industry—past, present, and future;
• list hospitality career opportunities;
• explain characteristics of each of various hospitality operations;
• demonstrate the skills necessary to be effective in the hospitality industry; and
• explain the importance of customer/patient service in the hospitality industry.

HR 112 - Hospitality Cost and Purchasing Control

• list types of costs incurred in hospitality operations;
• describe the purpose of budgeting and the steps to take in the development of a budget;
• calculate food cost percentages and evaluate food cost results;
• discuss cost, volume, and profit relationships;
• describe techniques used to control labor cost as well as other types of costs; and
• discuss food and beverage purchasing, receiving, storing, and issuing control.

HR 123 - Supervisory Development in Hotel Restaurant Management

• discuss the supervisor’s role as manager and leader in a hospitality operation;
• discuss issues involved in workplace diversity;
• describe the communication process and its central role in managing people at work;
• summarize the elements required in creating a positive work climate;
• describe the procedures involved in developing job expectations;
• define procedures used to recruit, select, train, evaluate, and discipline hospitality employees; and
• discuss planning, decision-making, and delegation as it relates to the hospitality industry.

HR 124 - Bar and Beverage Management

• demonstrate how wines, beers, and spirits are made, purchased, controlled, and mixed into different types of drinks;
• provide a level of customer service required in the industry today;
• implement controls to ensure profit;
• develop and implement a successful marketing plan for a beverage operation;
• identify the laws and regulation impacting the beverage industry; and
• meet the requirements for Tips certification.

HR 125 - Introduction to Brewing Beer

• identify and analyze the basic ingredients in beer;
• apply the basic principles of wort production and brew house operations;
• recount the basics of fermentation and yeast in beer production;
• describe the technologies and operation of equipment used in brewery operations;
• identify the various filtration methods commonly used in beer production;
• analyze the properties of finished beer and quality control to the brewing process; and
• develop a Hazardous Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan for brewery operations.

HR 126 - Brewing Equipment

• identify and explain the equipment used throughout the brewing process;
• recognize the different potential purveyors of the necessary brewing equipment needed in a brewing operation and assess signs of quality of each piece relative to the operation;
• discuss the process of cleaning and sanitizing each piece of brewing equipment according to specifications set forth by the local health codes;
• identify the various types of filters used in the brewing process and the differences between them; and
• determine the technical skills needed to troubleshoot common potential equipment malfunctions throughout the brewing process.

HR 127 - Brewing Ingredients

• describe the science involved in the malting process including grain physiology and the biochemistry of malting;
• analyze the differences between a variety of malts and how they can be used for different beer styles;
• evaluate the effects of hops on wort production and the development of beer flavors and aromas;
• interpret the differences in hop growing from principal production areas worldwide; and
• identify the importance and relevance of the role water has in the brewing process.

HR 128 - Sensory Evaluation of Beer

• vindicate the significance of beer flavor development, control, and terminology;
• compare the strengths and weaknesses of different types of sensory evaluation;
• analyze results from different types of sensory evaluations and recordkeeping;
• distinguish between different styles of beer through tasting; and
• integrate data with scientific findings.

HR 129 - Chemistry of Brewing Beer

• discuss the basic chemical reaction in the brewing process that is responsible for the production of ethanol;
• analyze the properties of water and why it is important to the brewing process;
• identify the various strains of yeast and how they metabolize sugar and the byproduct of this reaction;
• read and interpret data tables associated with each stage of the brewing process;
• identify the affects oxidization has on beer and the mechanisms used to control oxygen levels; and
• successfully read and write the basic and more complex chemical reactions that occur throughout the brewing process.

HR 130 - Microbiology of Brewing Beer

• discuss the biology of yeast and its role in the brewing process;
• analyze the role of microorganisms in the brewing process and identify critical control points throughout the process;
• identify and discuss the methods used by a brewer to determine if a product has been contaminated by microorganisms and the proper steps to correct the issues;
• explain and implement proper hygiene steps used throughout the brewing process as well as the brewing operation as a whole; and
• interpret and formulate written reports in the form of accurate records kept on each step of the brewing process in relation to proper sanitation measures and quality standards.

HR 131 - Basic Practical Brewing

• brew beer by following a standard recipe and identify each ingredient used;
• identify and discuss all relevant equipment needed to brew a batch of beer;
• determine the chemicals used in each stage of the brewing process;
• identify the principal suppliers of raw materials (both nationally and locally); and
• analyze samples of water for presence of minerals and specific flavors as well as explain how their presence will affect the brewing process.

HR 132 - Brewing Internship- Field Experience

• identify cost control measures used to assure quality and consistency in ordering and production of a finished product;
• understand the reasoning for the use of standardized recipes;
• successfully brew a beer by following a standard recipe and identify the ingredients used;
• implement and describe sanitation procedures as they apply to each step of the brewing process;
• demonstrate the ability to successfully interact with management and staff members on a daily basis;
• demonstrate the ability to keep accurate records of each brew completed and discuss the importance of collected data;
• analyze the importance of budgets and financial reports that are used in a brewing operation and analyze for discrepancies; and
• determine the importance of marketing and promotions in a brewing operation and the cost associated with both. 

HR 135 - Food Preparation Techniques

• apply the basic cooking principles and techniques used in food preparation;
• identify and demonstrate proper usage of food service equipment;
• implement quality standards in food preparation (i.e. color, texture, appearance, degree of doneness, etc.);
• list leading nutrients, food sources, amount of servings, and examples of well balanced meals;
• implement sanitary food handling techniques;
• implement a standardized recipe; and
• demonstrate merchandising techniques with regard to plate presentation, garnishing, etc.

HR 136 - Sanitation

• distinguish the factors contributing to biological, chemical, and physical contamination of food;
• state the procedures for the proper receipt, storage, and service of fresh and frozen food;
• identify the physical characteristics of materials needed for the construction and maintenance of a safe and sanitary foodservice environment;
• list the factors necessary for managing a safe and sanitary foodservice environment; and
• successfully complete the EF/NRA Sanitation Manager’s Certification Exam with a minimum score of 75%.

HR 261 - Hospitality Operations I

• demonstrate the proper operation, cleaning, and maintenance of foodservice commercial equipment;
• demonstrate technical skills specific to each production, service, and supervisor station;
• perform costing calculations. The student will determine the food cost of menu items;
• develop a menu based on analysis of sales and production, histories, determine quantities, extend recipes, complete food requisitions using laboratory procedures;
• apply operational controls of production, costing of food, supplies, beverages, and staffing. The student must plan the menu and determine selling prices to maintain laboratory food cost percentage;
• perform inventory calculations. The student will count, weigh, and mark items in inventory, determine cost, extend values for their stations in duplicate;
• produce quality menu items for customers using quantity food applications and quality controls;
• implement standardized procedures for receiving, storing, and handling of food products. The student will count, weigh, and mark incoming receivables and disperse them to proper storage, distribute requisitioned item using laboratory procedures;
• perform proper sanitation and safety procedures;
• formulate and implement a plan of action to promote, merchandise, and/or stimulate sales;
• apply where appropriate any legal codes, laws, or statues that impact the operation;
• compile the sales vs. production form. The student will acquire sales and compare to the daily production forms, determine the differences for food and supplies;
• complete a manager’s operating report including total revenues, cost of merchandise sold, operating supplies, contribution margin; and
• project themselves as hospitality professionals to customers and each other.

HR 262 - Hospitality Internship

• construct a professional resume;
• demonstrate an understanding of appropriate interviewing skills;
• demonstrate appropriate customer service skills;
• apply supervisory skills (i.e. communicating, training, motivating, evaluating, delegating, diversity, planning, and organizing) to a specific hospitality operation;
• prepare food on a specific menu;
• describe the promotional strategies of the intern site location;
• discuss the basic functions related to the operation of the front desk and the coordination of the guest cycle if appropriate;
• prepare and serve wines, beers, and spirits in the hospitality beverage operation;
• implement sanitation procedures as it applies to the hospitality location;
• provide examples of fundamental cost control techniques and purchasing procedures;
• demonstrate computer literacy;
• describe budgets and financial reports;
• discuss the laws and regulation impacting the hospitality location; and
• demonstrate effective report writing.

HR 273 - Hospitality Financial Information Systems

• explain hospitality financial statements and the types of management decisions that affect them;
• design a spreadsheet for the hospitality industry; and
• apply financial analysis software used in the industry today.

HR 274 - Front Desk Operations

• perform basic functions related to the operation of a hotel front desk;
• provide a level of service required in the industry today;
• apply general principles of recordkeeping, auditing, and revenue control;
• coordinate the guest cycle; and
• identify and correct problems which arise in normal day-to-day hotel operations.

HR 285 - Promotional Strategies in Hospitality

• discuss the principles of hospitality promotions as a key management function;
• describe market information systems, research, and analysis;
• discuss the behavior of the hospitality consumer as they go through the purchase decision;
• develop a promotional plan/strategy for a hospitality operation;
• discuss the implementation of a hospitality promotional plan through advertising, promotion, merchandising, and personal selling; and
• explain the process of promotion, evaluation, and control.

HR 286 - Hospitality Operations II

• demonstrate and perfect technical skills specific to each production, service, and station assignment;
• evaluate peer performance objectively;
• appraise operational problems and recommend problem solving ideas;
• perform the functions of management as they relate to various stages of laboratory experience; and
• demonstrate and contribute to a positive work environment. The student will exhibit a willingness to contribute to the success of the operation and demonstrate team involvement.

HU 100 - Human Interaction

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Social Sciences.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:

• identify, outline and describe appropriate terms in human growth and development as well as apply to themselves while addressing areas including, but not limited to, values, moral development and character;
• identify and demonstrate effective interpersonal skills while by identifying their own;
• identify and apply time management and goal setting strategies;
• understand and increase emotional intelligence and awareness including, but not limited to, stress management and self-care; and
• demonstrate strategies to develop positive relations.

HU 101 - Introduction to Human Services

• demonstrate an understanding of the social welfare system, its business, history, and future;
• demonstrate an understanding of the specific social problems such as poverty, crime, juvenile delinquency, racism, family problems, gerontology and physical/psychological handicaps;
• demonstrate an understanding of how our social welfare system addresses social problems in order to assist individuals and groups to cope and enhance the social functioning of all; and
• critically analyze specific human service delivery systems

HU 102 - Introduction to Counseling Methods

• demonstrate the ability to conduct a person-centered interview including use of paraphrasing, open ended questions direct and indirect leads;
• demonstrate an understanding of the basic principals of counseling and psychotherapy;
• demonstrate an understanding of a number of specific counseling techniques including but not limited to reality therapy, transactional analysis, rational emotive therapy and Gestalt Therapy; and
• demonstrate a greater understanding of self and their personality functioning.

HU 103 - Human Services Internship

• demonstrate an understanding of the world of work in a human service agency;
• demonstrate an understanding of client problems and issues; and
• demonatrate an understanding of treatment and assistance techniques

IE 100 - Industrial Electricity

• understand theoretical concepts as they apply to electrical circuits;
• understand and correctly use electrical terminology, symbols and units;
• identify basic components and determine their function in various types of circuits;
• apply electrical theory and concepts to determine the circuit values of voltage, current and power; and
• employ a systematic and methodical approach to mathematically solving circuit problems.

IE 101 - Lab for IE 100

• understand theoretical concepts as they apply to electrical circuits;
• understand and correctly use electrical terminology, symbols and units;
• identify basic components and determine their function in various types of circuits;
• apply electrical theory and concepts to determine the circuital values of voltage, current and power;
• employ a systematic and methodical approach to mathematically solving circuital problems;
• write a neat, concise laboratory report; and
• learn to use a digital multimeter and an analog Volt-Ohm meter.

IE 120 - Digital Electronics

• perform calculations and base conversions in the binary, decimal and hexadecimal number systems;
• relate logic diagrams to Boolean expressions, truth tables and state tables;
• breadboard and troubleshoot digital logic circuits;
• analyze combinational and sequential logic circuits;
• relate IEEE and MIL-STD logic symbols to their logic function;
• identify and explain the behavior of combinational circuits including encoders, decoders, tri-state buffers, arithmetic circuits, multiplexers and demultiplexers;
• identify and explain the behavior of sequential circuits including latches, flip-flops, registers and counters; and
• prepare a laboratory report based on data collected from tests on digital systems.

IE 130 - Industrial Electronics

• describe the characteristics of silicon and germanium diodes;
• identify the operating conditions of diodes and their functions in simple DC circuits;
• explain the functional blocks of a basic power supply having: half-wave or bridge rectifier, simple capacitor filtering and a Zener regulator and define the terms - % ripple and voltage regulation;
• identify and describe transistor amplifier configuration;
• explain the DC load line and Q point that describes the various biasing arrangements that are used with the three transistor configurations;
• apply the knowledge of AC equivalent circuits and explain the operation of small signal amplifiers;
• identify the function and operating conditions of Field Effect Transistors;
• identify the types of amplifier circuits common to Field Effect Transistors;
• identify various operational amplifiers;
• explain the operation of large signal amplifiers;
• evaluate the operation of SCRs, DIAC and TRIAC;
• understand and use an oscilloscope to observe and measure electronic voltages and signals;
• use test equipment to verify the operation of electronic components;
• identify various electronic devices in a circuit and determine their operational function in the circuit; and
• explain the operation of rectifiers, regulators and filters in a power supply.

IE 140 - AC/DC Machines

• relate fundamental laws governing electrical machines;
• identify the operational differences between various DC motors and generator systems;
• identify and describe various three-phase motor systems;
• understand the operation and application of three-phase induction and synchronous motors;
• describe the difference between single and three-phase motors;
• understand the operation and usage of power transformers;
• understand the operation and usage of motor control;
• reinforce theoretical concepts by applying them to actual machines;
• identify the characteristic differences between various DC motors and generator systems; and
• identify and describe operating characteristics of various three-phase motor systems.

IE 160 - Programmable Logic Controllers

• identify components of a PLC system;
• wire a PLC application;
• program a PLC;
• troubleshoot systems including PLCs; and
• install and maintain a PLC.

IT 100 - Machine Tools/ Computerized Numerical Control (CNC)

• use various hand tools;
• use various measuring instruments;
• describe machine tool variables;
• operate manual and CNC machine tools; and
• use a CAM program.

IT 101 - Intro to Technology

• identify common hand tools and demonstrate proper use;
• perform measurements using a variety of measuring instruments;
• identify basic machine principals;
• proper application of mathematical formulas;
• read and interpret various blueprints;
• display basic mechanical aptitude; and
• utilize common computer software to record data

 

F/S (N)

IT 102 - CNC Mill Programming

• develop a process plan to program a part produced on a CNC mill;
• explain the Cartesian Coordinate System relative to the mill;
• explain the difference between absolute and incremental programming;
• read and interpret with understanding basic CNC programs;
• develop programs to face, profile, drill, and pocket a part;
• write programs that include drilling cycles and sub-programs;
• create programs that include circular interpolation with both R and I & J methods;
• graph and troubleshoot a program;
• create, enter and save CNC programs;
• cite advantages and disadvantages of CNC technology over conventional machining practices; and
• transfer and run a program in safe mode utilizing features such as single block with reduced speeds and feeds.

IT 103 - CNC Lathe Programming

• develop a process plan to program a part produced on a CNC lathe;
• explain the Cartesian Coordinate System relative to the lathe;
• explain the difference between absolute and incremental programming;
• read and interpret with understanding basic CNC programs;
• develop programs to face, turn, thread and chamfer a part;
• write programs that include roughing and finishing cycles;
• create programs that include circular interpolation with both R and I & K methods;
• graph and troubleshoot a program;
• create, enter and save CNC programs;
• cite advantages and disadvantages of CNC technology over conventional machining practices; and
• transfer and run a program in safe mode utilizing features such as single block with reduced speeds and feeds.

IT 110 - Mold Design

• explain the mold manufacturing process;
• accurately identify classifications of molds;
• accurately identify design considerations for various plastic parts;
• recognize properties of categories of materials for process implications such as flow and treatment; and
• cite recent technical developments as related to the plastics industry.

IT 112 - Plastics Materials

• identify properties and classifications of materials for process implications such as flow and treatment;
• interpret process specifications of materials;
• effectively read drawing technical information;
• communicate pertinent technical data electronically; and
• discuss recent technical developments in plastics affecting molds, materials and processes.

IT 115 - Technical Communications and Graphics

• visualize objects from orthographic projection drawings;
• visualize the appropriate views to describe an object;
• effectively read drawing technical information;
• communicate technical information effectively using verbal methods, in writing and by using sketches;
• read and understand typical production information documents;
• access technical information using a computer; and
• layout part geometries on a two dimensional surface.

IT 118 - Introduction to Quality

• express an in-depth definition of quality;
• identify organizational units’ responsibility for quality;
• effectively use quality management tools and techniques;
• communicate quality related information effectively; and
• apply basic descriptive statistics, basic probability.

IT 121 - Machine Tool Practice I

• given various materials set proper speeds and feeds for machining those materials on engine lathes and vertical mills;
• safely and properly use files and honing stones to debur and finish parts;
• safely and properly use semi-precision layout tools, techniques and equipment to scribe lines required for machining;
• safely and accurately perform layout work to required specifications for facing, turning, milling and drilling;
• set-up and produce machined projects that require the use of engine lathes, vertical milling machines, band saws and pedestal grinders accurately and safely;
• accurately measure and record actual element characteristics;
• be able to identify all major components of engine lathes, milling machines, band saws and pedestal grinders;
• read and interpret blueprints; and
• using an edge finder on a vertical mill accurately machine holes.

IT 122 - CNC Mill Operation

• enter and transfer CNC programs into the machine control;
• explain the Cartesian Coordinate System relative to the CNC mill;
• explain the difference between absolute and incremental programming;
• read, interpret and explain code found in a basic CNC program;
• develop one line programs for setup procedures;
• edit, transfer and delete CNC programs;
• given a print select and setup tooling required to machine programmed part;
• graph a program;
• use the machine control to operate the machine in manual, MDI and automatic mode;
• cite advantages and disadvantages of CNC technology over conventional machining practices;
• transfer and run a program in safe mode utilizing features such as single block with reduced speeds and feeds; and
• perform work shifts and tool offsets.

IT 123 - CNC Lathe Operation

• enter and transfer CNC programs into the machine control;
• explain the Cartesian Coordinate System relative to the lathe;
• explain the difference between absolute and incremental programming;
• read and interpret with understanding basic CNC programs;
• develop one line programs for setup procedures;
• edit, transfer and delete CNC programs;
• given a print select and setup tooling required to machine programmed part;
• graph a program;
• use the machine control to operate the machine in manual, MDI and automatic mode;
• cite advantages and disadvantages of CNC technology over conventional machining practices;
• transfer and run a program in safe mode utilizing features such as single block with reduced speeds and feeds; and
• perform work shifts and tool offsets.

IT 125 - Materials and Materials Processing

• apply basic principles of physical metallurgy;
• describe the common physical and mechanical properties of materials;
• describe various testing methods;
• interpret the results of various tests;
• describe the difference between ferrous and nonferrous metals;
• describe the difference between metallic and nonmetallic materials;
• describe various materials processing techniques;
• describe the heat treatment of various materials; and
• utilize phase (equilibrium) diagrams.

IT 126 - Statistical Process Control

• apply a variety of statistical concepts;
• determine process capability;
• construct control charts;
• calculate the cost of quality;
• explain the fundamentals of sampling;
• select the appropriate statistical method;
• interpret the results of statistical analysis; and
• use statistical methods and control charts as tools to solve industrial quality problems.

IT 131 - Machine Tool Practice II

• safely and properly machine parts that require the use of vertical & horizontal milling machines, engine lathes, surface grinders and band saws;
• identify and select proper tooling for turning, boring, threading, milling, sawing and grinding;
• use high speed and carbide tooling at proper speeds & feeds;
• use digital readouts on machine tools;
• use a rotary table on a milling machine to machine radii;
• single point threads on a lathe inspecting the thread using a thread micrometer;
• use a horizontal milling machine to square blocks and mill deep grooves;
• use a surface grinder to produce surfaces that are geometrically flat, square, parallel and smooth; and
• use precision instruments such as indicators, gage blocks, inside and outside micrometers.

IT 141 - Machine Tool Practice III

• design and develop a functional project given certain parameters;
• develop the necessary manufacturing processes and inspection criteria for a given project;
• work with team members effectively to accomplish specific tasks as well as solve project design and process problems;
• properly machine components to specifications using a variety of machine shop equipment; and
• complete a cost estimate and cost report for one machined component.

IT 200 - Waterjet Programming

• determine pierce location, define and create lead-ins and lead-outs and cutting geometry;
• define cut-speed percentage in order to determine quality of cut;
• read and interpret with understanding basic CNC programs utilized on waterjet machine;
• determine whether water or water and abrasive are required to perform cutting; and
• create, enter, save graph and troubleshoot CNC programs.

IT 201 - Waterjet Operation

• enter and transfer CNC programs into the machine control;
• explain work holding methods utilized on a waterjet and handle material safely;
• read, interpret and explain code found in basic CNC programs;
• develop one line programs for setup procedures;
• use the machine control to operate the machine in manual and automatic modes; and
• perform all operations necessary to safely manufacture parts from print specifications.

IT 202 - Advanced CNC

• develop a product to be produced;
• develop a process plan to program a part produced on a CNC mill and/or lathe;
• present a product design for classroom critique;
• critique design elements of a product that will be produced on a vertical CNC mill or CNC lathe;
• read and interpret with understanding advanced CNC programs;
• develop programs to face, profile, drill, pocket and surface a part;
• machine multiple, mating parts that produce an assembly;
• utilize MasterCam Software to write programs;
• graph edit, and troubleshoot programs;
• create, enter and save CNC programs; and
• transfer and run a program in safe mode utilizing features such as single block with reduced speeds and feeds.

IT 210 - Industrial Inspection/Metrology

• explain basic inspection techniques;
• use a variety of inspection instruments to obtain accurate measurements for checking tolerances and customer requirements; and
• explain gauging policies and procedures.

IT 215 - SolidWorks for Industrial Applications

• model complex mechanical parts using a solid modeling tool;
• create mechanical assemblies and working drawings from solid models; and
• create a list of manufacturing and other economic design considerations when creating models.

IT 220 - Mastercam, Computer Aided Design

• create, modify, import and manipulate CAD geometry;
• create complete 3 dimensional CAD drawings within MASTERCAM;
• select tools from the MASTERCAM library to use for machining and create libraries of tools;
• determine machining processes required to produce a part drawn in MASTERCAM;
• use the created drawing, selected tools and machining processes to post code and run tool paths necessary to machine a three dimensional model;
• post CNC code producing programs for a variety of controls/machines listed in the MASTERCAM library;
• simulate/verify, edit and run programs; and
• explain the difference between creating CNC programs manually and creating them with CAM software.

IT 235 - Advanced Manufacturing Processes

• list the steps needed to produce a sand mold;
• explain the advantages and disadvantages of the various casting processes;
• explain the differences, advantages and disadvantages associated with hot and cold working;
• list the steps used to produce powder metal parts;
• detail the manufacturing processes used to produce parts made from nonmetallic materials;
• distinguish among various surface treatment practices;
• organize data and information into formal and informal reports; and
• prepare and present a report that is well organized and informational.

IT 240 - Work Measurement

• prepare job standards by using a stop watch;
• prepare job standards by using MTM analysis; and
• establish job standards by using physiological techniques of work measurement.

IT 250 - Coordinate Measuring Machine

• identify quadrants and be able to make measurements and calculations relative to the Cartesian coordinate system;
• plot various X&Y coordinates on graph paper;
• using the CMM and a sample part, demonstrate the ability to:
  • translate the part coordinate system in the X,Y&Z axis;
  • rotate the part coordinate system in the X,Y&Z axis; and
  • store and recall the part coordinate system.
• explain and define machine coordinates and part coordinates;
• identify measurement planes for various features on a CMM test piece;
• using the CMM and a sample part, demonstrate the ability to:
  • display machine coordinates;
  • recall precious measured features and establish a part coordinate system; and
  • recognize an incomplete coordinate system.
• define various geometric features;
• using the CMM and a sample part, demonstrate ability to measure each of the geometric features;
• explain how geometric dimensioning and tolerancing is a dimensioning system which thoroughly defines a part;
• list advantages of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing;
• demonstrate how datums are established using a CMM;
• demonstrate proper technique for hard probe calibration;
• demonstrate proper technique for touch probe calibration;
• explain the differences between mechanical and air bearing systems and the function of both;
• identify at least four materials utilized in the construction of CMM’s;
• use proper cleaning techniques and solvents for various parts of a CMM; and
• properly and safely use a CMM to accurately measure part features to print specifications.

IT 265 - Jig and Fixture Design

• explain the principles of location and design of jigs and fixtures;
• design jigs and fixtures for a variety of applications;
• design devices for locating work and guiding cutting tools;
• obtain accurate measurements to check tolerances; and
• prepare a workplace layout by using methods analysis to maximize productivity.

IT 299 - Manufacturing Technology Internship

• apply fundamental machining skills;
• use time management skills effectively;
• manage stress associated with a competitive;
• utilize human relation skills;
• utilize constructive criticism to improve workplace performance;
• assess job performance and personal habits as they relate to the workplace;
• conduct appropriate social relationships as they apply to the workplace; and
• complete an oral presentation on the participating company and the skills needed to perform work duties up to expectations in the trade.

DA 102 - Introduction to Computer Security Investigations and Hardware Fundamentals

• explain the guidelines and procedures of computer security investigations;
• understand regulatory issues related to computer security investigations;
• demonstrate knowledge of digital forensics hardware and software;
• demonstrate knowledge of various operating systems and their file systems, digital media and forensics software;
• understand how to discharge static electricity before working with computer hardware and other safety issues;
• understand what the main components of a PC are and how they are installed and configured;
• demonstrate knowledge of disassembly of computer and other electronic device hardware; and
• demonstrate a general understanding of other hardware devices such as PDAs, cell phones, and iPods.

DA 103 - Introduction to Information Technology

• use a microcomputer;
• use the internet for research;
• explain the steps involved in systems design, defining, designing and writing a computer program;
• explain the function of each component of a computer;
• demonstrate an understanding of Information Technology terminology and applications;
• identify how computers are used in society: business, education, retail, health care, etc.; and
• demonstrate knowledge of current technology trends.

DA 105 - Introduction to Structured Programming

• analyze a program specification;
• determine if the program specification is complete or if pertinent information is missing;
• use various structured design methodologies to design a program; and
• evaluate program designs using various evaluation techniques.

DA 106 - Introduction to Microcomputer Applications

• identify the major functions of and properly use a microcomputer operating system;
• identify the major functions of and properly use microcomputer word processing software;
• identify the major functions of and properly use microcomputer spreadsheet software;
• identify the major functions of and properly use microcomputer database software;
• identify the major functions of and properly use microcomputer presentation software; and
• use the Internet for research.

DA 107 - Introduction to Information Systems Security

• understand key terms and critical concepts of information security and the duties and responsibilities within an information technology department;
• identify threats and attacks to information security;
• assess security risks and determine how to manage them;
• identify intrusion detection, access control, and other tools used for information security;
• describe basic principles of cryptography; and
• list and explain major protocols for secure communication.

DA 130 - Programming COBOL

• describe the COBOL program code necessary to generate a typical business report;
• specifically list the use, syntax, and application of specific COBOL instructions typical of report programs using sequential file access on a database;
• describe the control-break logic pattern;
• list the DDS (data definition specifications) instructions required in creating a database for both physical and logical files on the academic computer system;
• list the instructions necessary to create logical files in a database system to perform selection, omission, resequencing, and the combining of multiple files;
• list the steps in the program compilation process and describe their importance;
• compile and execute programs on the academic computer system;
• interpret the diagnostic messages in a COBOL error-listing file and correct the source program using a program editor; and
• describe structured programming concepts as they relate to the COBOL programming language.

DA 140 - Programming COBOL Advanced

• use structured design techniques to implement advanced business data processing applications;
• program advanced business data processing applications including: random file updating, array processing, and report generation using sequential and indexed files as input; and
• design and implement effective AS400 screens for inquiry, update, and subfile processing.

DA 150 - Programming Visual Basic

• write structured Visual Basic language programs using business applications;
• have received hands-on experience enabling them to develop skills in programming;
• obtain a working knowledge of online screen design and menu screens;
• describe the difference between procedural programming and event driven programming; and
• describe general concepts regarding OOP languages.

DA 151 - Java Fundamentals

• learn how to define and animate a story using the Alice 3 development environment;
• create a game and apply Java programming constructs using the Greenfoot development environment, further enhancing a student’s understanding of Java programming;
• work with Eclipse to understand data types and operators, literals, variable initialization, scope rules, casts, and expressions;
• examine features that relate to methods and classes such as public and private access specifiers, passing objects to a method, returning objects from a method, overloading, recursion static class members, and nested/inner classes; and
• progress into encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism.

DA 155 - Operating Systems and Shell Scripting

• name and describe the various operating systems;
• demonstrate proficiency with the Unix/Command Window type command line interface (CLI);
• run programs in foreground and background;
• use file manipulation commands;
• use system commands;
• work with processes running in memory;
• manipulate the stdin, stdout and stderr streams;
• use I/O redirection;
• use pipelining;
• customize a user’s environment;
• create regular expressions for use in scripts;
• manipulate environment variables;
• create shell scripts containing conditionals, loops and eval commands;
• use arguments in shell scripts;
• create Windows Power Shell Objects;
• write shell scripts to perform routine tasks; and 
• technology objectives:
  • use a computer to develop programs; and
  • use the Windows and UNIX/Linux operating environment effectively.

DA 160 - Oracle Database Programming I

• analyze business scenarios and create a conceptual representation of an organization’s information;
• design and create a data model as a foundation of database design;
• categorize components of a database model including entities, attributes and relationships;
• create entity relationship diagrams (ERD) based on a simple business scenario;
• identify, define and document a company’s business rules;
• use the process of normalization to maximize a database’s efficiency and design; and
• use basic SQL syntax as it relates to the SELECT statement.

DA 161 - Oracle Database Programming II

• use SQL single-row and group functions to perform calculations, manipulate data and modify data items;
• code SQL statements to JOIN multiple database tables for purposes of querying and maintaining the tables using both Oracle proprietary syntax and ANSI/ISO SQL 99 syntax;
• combine two queries into one to create single-row and multiple row subqueries;
• use Data Manipulation Language (DML) to add, update, delete or merge data in the database;
• use Data Definition Lanuage (DDL) to create, alter, remove and drop tables from the database;
• create and enforce constraints to prevent invalid data from entering a table or prevent deletion if records contain dependencies with other tables;
• establish “views” of existing database tables to provide and restrict user access to data;
• create sequences, indexes and synonyms to assist in the management of a database;
• implement database security and recovery at the system and user priviledge levels; and
• take the first of two certification exams to become an Oracle Certified Associate (OCA).

DA 180 - E-Commerce

• describe Electronic Commerce, business to business, business to consumer;
• demonstrate and the infrastructure and software choices regarding E-commerce;
• describe different Electronic commerce models and applications;
• build an online store with all its component parts using Web-based tools;
• list the steps used in implementing Electronic Commerce schemas;
• describe the differences and similarities of business/customer and business/business relationships between E-commerce and traditional commerce; and
• demonstrate familiarity with Web page structure and design.

DA 190 - Introduction to Management Information Systems (MIS)

• define MIS and its role in organizations;
• demonstrate knowledge of how MIS can improve business processes, organizational strategy competitive advantage and decision making in organizations;
• demonstrate knowledge of basic data, hardware and software principles and how they relate to the use of IS in organizations; and
• explain how IS can provide an organization with a competitive advantage.

DA 200 - Computer and Network Security

• describe and understand what a frrewall is;
• describe intrusion detection software and what it is used for;
• identify various encryption/decryption concepts;
• discuss various methodologies relating to e-mail security;
• analyze network security with regard to frrewalls, tripwires, intrusion detection;
• have an understanding of approaches for detection andresponding to buffer attacks;
• have a working knowledge of operating system security holes and all application vulnerabilities; and
• identify and correct wireless security flaws.

DA 201 - Operations and Database Security

• describe and understand how vulnerability scanning is used to pinpoint potential weaknesses in the infrastructure;
• understand and demonstrate port scanning and vulnerability scanning;
• assess hacker challenges, malicious break-ins and insider threats;
• discuss encryption and steganography;
• analyze the security issues that are specific to database systems;
• identify and secure web exposures; and
• observe TCP!IP packet streams to understand zone based security.

DA 202 - Ethical, Legal and Regulatory Framework of ISS

• describe and understand the Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA);
• differentiate between the different types of laws regarding information security;
• identify relevant U.S. laws of interest to information security professionals and what they represent;
• discuss various international laws and legal bodies;
• identify ethical concepts in information security including software licensing;
• have an understanding of codes of ethics, certifications, and professional organizations; and
• describe various types of computer related crimes and how they are perpetrated.

DA 203 - ISS Internship

DA 204 - Digital Forensics

• explain computer forensic and investigative security issues, both historical and current;
• utilize a systematic approach to computer investigations;
• utilize various forensic tools to collect digital evidence;
• identify software and hardware requirements for a digital forensics laboratory;
• perform digital forensics analysis;
• analyze image files; and
• explain guidelines for investigation reporting.

DA 205 - Digital Forensics II

• utilize a systematic approach to computer investigations;
• utilize various forensic tools to collect digital evidence;
• perform digital forensics analysis upon Windows, MAC and LINUX operating systems;
• perform email investigations;
• analyze and carve image files both logical and physical;
• explain guidelines for investigation reporting;
• explain anti-forensic methods/tools and their use;
• understand the implications of anti-forensics to the digital forensics investigator; and
• demonstrate an awareness of current methods of reducing the effectiveness of anti-forensics.

DA 206 - Networking & Network Forensics

• run and interpret results of:
  • ping;
  • tracert;
  • arp;
  • netstat;
  • nbtstat;
  • ipconfig;
  • Ifconfig;
  • iwconfig;
  • winipcfg; and
  • nslookup.
• create network twisted pair cables;
• setup a fire wall;
• setup a proxy server;
• setup Snort;
• construct a LAN;
• map network drives;
• setup NSF;
• setup samba shares;
• setup and configure live USB drives;
• setup scripts for network auditing;
• install and use network tool packages;
• execute memory foot printing and acquisition;
• setup a network sniffer; and
• setup a honey pot.
• technology objectives:
  • use a computer to setup and install operating systems and network software packages; and
  • use the DOS/Windows and UNIX/Linux operating environment effectively.

DA 210 - Programming RPG

• describe the RPG program code necessary to generate a typical business report;
• specifically list the use, syntax, and application of specific RPG instructions typical of report programs using sequential file access on a database;
• list the RPG instructions required to utilize and update keyed databases;
• list the DDS (data definition specifications) instructions required in creating a database for both physical and logical files on the academic computer system;
• list the steps in the program compilation process and describe their importance;
• compile and execute programs on the academic computer system;
• describe the steps in writing an interactive program with input/output to the user workstation and the DDS instructions associated with this process;
• interpret the diagnostic messages in an RPG error-listing file and correct the source program using a program editor;
• describe structured programming concepts as they relate to the RPG programming language; and
• describe the differences in programs written in RPG IV using procedural code vs. traditional RPG programs utilizing the fixed-logic cycle.

DA 215 - Networking with Microsoft Windows Server

• describe the installation and configuration process of Microsoft Windows Server;
• describe the process of setting-up and managing users and groups;
• describe the process of establishing network policies;
• describe the process of creating and managing directory shares;
• describe how applications are executed from a file server;
• describe how to set up and manage network printers;
• describe the process of backing-up and restoring both server and workstations; and
• describe the process of setting-up domains and domain controllers.

DA 240 - Systems Analysis with Respect to Business Applications

• describe the impact of information technology on business strategy and success;
• describe the role of the systems analyst in an information technology department;
• apply the principles of SDLC to various business applications;
• use data flow diagrams, data dictionaries, process descriptions and other systems analysis tools within an information system; and
• translate business requirements into information systems that support the organization’s long- and short-term objectives.

DA 251 - Java Programming

• deploy an application. Packages and JARs, essential components of creating an application, are described and implemented. Two-tier and three tier architectures are reviewed prior to implementing an application;
• add additional item classes to an application to understand the process of modifying an application;
• modify, understand, and test an existing program. Students will examine a pre-written Java program, apply inheritance in problem-solving, and test classes in isolation;
• understand Java programming concepts for making Java classes immutable, creating Java subclasses, and using variable argument methods;
• use subclassing to extend another class and examine class design considerations, and generics, which allow type-safe data structures; and
• work more with strings and learn to handle exceptions that can arise during program execution.

DA 255 - Advanced Visual Basic

• use advanced controls and methods to create more effective and easy to use screen forms;
• code database access programs using ADO controls and objects in combination with bound and unbound controls;
• create classes and objects, oriented concepts;
• use Windows API, ASP, and .Net with Visual Basic; and
• create Windows help files.

 

Prerequisites: DA 150
F (N, S)

DA 261 - Database Concepts

• produce reports using database commands;
• create a simple database structure;
• produce reports from two database files related together;
• write a menu driven application using a database and an appropriate programmiing language;
• create a simple database using SQL;
• execute queries using SQL; and
• produce a report using SQL.

DA 262 - Oracle PL/SQL Programming I

• describe PL/SQL and explain the difference between SQL and PL/SQL and why PL/SQL is necessary;
• code PL/SQL anonymous blocks using Oracle Application Express;
• apply PL/SQL syntax and lexical units including PL/SQL variables, constants, functions, data types, and nested blocks to the development of business application development;
• expand on the use of Data Manipulation Language (DML) to add, update, delete or merge data in the database by using implicit cursors and their attributes and how to group SQL statements for database transaction processing;
• use conditional control statements and iterative control statements to direct the flow of execution through a program;
• implement PL/SQL explicit cursors to allow multiple row retrieval from a database and programming code to process rows one at a time;
• code an exception handler so that programs do not terminate when PL/SQL raises an exception;
• create procedures and functions including parameter passing and user defined functions; and
• access the Data Dictionary and write SQL to retrieve data from the it’s tables.

DA 263 - Oracle PL/SQL Programming II

• build upon PL/SQL programming concepts learned in Oracle PL/SQL Programming I class;
• create packages which are PL/SQL blocks stored in the database and called for repeated execution when needed;
• demonstrate the understanding of the visibility of objects in packages and how to invoke subprograms in packages;
• apply such advanced PL/SQL concepts as overloading and forward referencing;
• construct and execute dynamic SQL statements at run time in PL/SQL;
• create PL/SQL triggers to execute automatically when certain DML or DDL events take place;
• define fields using complex data types such as user-defined record types and large object data types to store multi-media files; and
• detect database object dependencies, the different types, and how to correct them when necessary.

DA 270 - Computer Information Systems Project

DA 290 - Management for Systems Analysts

• define project management and its role in the information techonology organization;
• define various factors involved in managing projects and people;
• plan, schedule and control a series of typical data processing projects;
• utilize current project management software to manage projects and people; and
• exhibit leadership skills required to manage projects in a diverse workforce.

MT 003 - Pre-Algebra Review

• perform basic computations with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percents, and integers;
• apply the rules for divisibility by 2, 3, and 5 when writing the prime factors of whole numbers;
• convert fractions, decimals, and percents from one form to another;
• apply the rules for rounding-off when estimating appropriate answers;
• apply the order of operations to evaluate arithmetic expressions;
• represent a comparison of data in ratio form and solve proportions;
• analyze and solve everyday problems that involve unit pricing, rate of discount, and sales tax;
• perform arithmetic of integers;
• solve simple linear equations involving one or two operations;
• demonstrate a “sense of numbers” by determining if a mathematical solution is “reasonable.”;
• present organized written work and show a check to avoid careless mistakes;
• perform mental arithmetic and use a calculator effectively, where applicable; and
• read critically and think logically when solving word problems that involve whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percents.

Technology Objectives:

• use the arithmetic operations on the scientific calculator to solve applied problems (+, -, x, );
• demonstrate an understanding of the Functions of the keys:
  
  √n ,x²,yⁿ,π,±,%, (  ) 2^nd key b/c; and
   
• demonstrate understanding of order of operations on the scientific calculator.

MT 006 - Basic Algebra Review

• perform fundamental operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) with real numbers;
• demonstrate an understanding of absolute value, inequalities, additive and multiplicative inverse, associate, commutative distributive properties, and order of operations;
• evaluate formulas; solve linear equations, linear inequalities, and ratio proportion problems;
• apply the properties of exponents;
• perform fundamental operations with polynomials;
• interpret graphs such as bar graphs, histograms, and scatter plots
• define a function; use function notation to represent a function numerically and graphically
• sketch and interpret the graphs of linear equations
• determine the equation of a line using slope-intercept form (point-slope form is optional)
• solve systems of linear equations by graphing, addition and substitution methods
• solve basic square root equations (optional)
• solve quadratic equations using the quadratic formula (optional)
• demonstrate a “sense of numbers” by determining if a mathematical solution is “reasonable;”
• present organized written work and show a check to avoid careless mistakes;
• perform mental arithmetic, use a calculator effectively to solve and check mathematical calculations and determine when each is appropriate; and
• read critically and think logically when solving application problems.

Technology Objectives:

• use the arithmetic operations on the scientific calculator to solve algebraic and real world algebraic problems;
• demonstrate an understanding of the keys:
  
  √n ,x²,y^x,π,±,%, (  ) 2^nd key/ inv key; and
• demonstrate an understanding of order of operations on the scientific calculator.

MT 013 - Elementary Algebra

• perform fundamental operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) with real numbers;
• demonstrate an understanding of absolute value, inequalities, additive and multiplicative inverse, associative, commutative distributive properties, and order of operations;
• evaluate formulas; solve linear equations, linear inequalities, and ratio proportion problems;
• apply the properties of exponents and perform operations;
• perform fundamental operations with polynomials;
• perform common, trinomial, and perfect square factoring;
• perform fundamental operations with algebraic fractions, simplify complex fractions and solve rational equations;
• sketch and interpret the graphs of linear equations;
• determine the equation of a line using slope-intercept and point- slope forms of a line;
• solve systems of linear equations by graphing, addition and substitution methods;
• perform fundamental operations with square roots and solve radical equations;
• solve quadratic equations by factoring and using the quadratic formula;
• demonstrate a “Sense of numbers” by determining if a mathematical solution is “reasonable;”
• present organized written work and show a check to avoid careless mistakes;
• perform mental arithmetic and use a calculator effectively to solve and check mathematical calculations when appropriate; and
• read critically and think logically when solving application problems.

Technology Objectives:

• use the arithmetic operations on the scientific calculator to solve algebraic and real world algebraic problems;
• demonstrate an understanding of the keys:
  
  √n ,x²,y^x,π,±,%, (  ) 2^nd key/ inv key; and
   
• demonstrate an understanding of order of operations on the scientific calculator.

MT 111 - Mathematics of Dosage

• perform basic mathematical operations needed to compute dosages;
• identify the three systems of measurement used in the preparation and administration of medications;
• convert units within each system and between the three systems of measurement;
• solve dosage problems that involve oral medications;
• solve problems involving parenteral medications;
• determine infusion rates and times for intravenous medications;
• calculate and determine safe dosage for children and infants based on their weight;
• calculate and describe how to prepare solutions; and
• read the orders given and the labels on medications accurately. Be able to determine if calculated dosage is reasonable.

MT 112 - Survey of Mathematics

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Mathematics.

Course Outcomes
Upon Completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• demonstrate knowledge of the set concept, the language of sets, and the applications of sets;
• use reasoning processes in arriving at conclusions through the use of logic;
• calculate elementary probabilities, odds, and expectations;
• use permutations and combinations for counting;
• identify the uses and misuses of statistics;
• organize statistical data;
• compute and interpret simple descriptive statistics;
• demonstrate a sense of numbers by determining if a mathematical solution is reasonable;
• present organized written work and show a check to avoid careless mistakes;
• perform mental arithmetic, use a calculator effectively to solve and check mathematical calculations and determine when each is appropriate; and
• demonstrate a comprehension of the role of mathematics in history.

In addition, the student should be able to do one or more of the following:

• calculate interest;
• demonstrate the knowledge of installment buying, mortages, life insurance, and the stock market;
• solve elementary geometry problems; 
• establish the essential characteristics of a Two-Person Zero-Sum Game (players, possible actions and solutions, payoff, and establish whether a game is a zero-sum or non-zero-sum game);
• demonstrate knowledge of mathematical systems and perform computations in modular arithmetic;
• demonstrate knowledge of graph theory and real world applications;
• demonstrate knowledge of the place-value system and alternative systems of numeration, and perform calculations in other bases; 
• demonstrate knowledge of voting systems; and
• demonstrate knowledge of systems of linear equations and inequalities and linear programming. 

MT 116 - Algebra in the Real World

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Mathematics.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• define and to recognize a function from a verbal, numerical, symbolic, and graphical viewpoint, including basic vocabulary and notation;
• solve problems arising from the context of a situation using linear functions and systems of linear equations, and exponential, logarithmic, and quadratic functions;
• express the specific properties related to each of the following types of functions from a verbal, numerical, symbolic and graphical approach: linear, exponential, logarithmic, and quadratic; and
• recognize linear and nonlinear data, and to model the data with an appropriate function.

Technology objective is to use appropriate technology:

• to visually capture the graphical representations of specific functions in order to interpret and make predictions based on the graph; and
• to construct regression models from linear and non-linear data.

MT 118 - Mathematics for Elementary Education Teachers I

Taken from: The Mathematical Education of Teachers from Conference Board of Mathematical Sciences in conjunction with the American Mathematical Society and the Mathematical Association of America.

• demonstrate an understanding of models and interpretations of operations with whole numbers:
  • demonstrate a large repertoire of interpretations of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, and of ways they can be applied; and
  • demonstrate understanding of relationships among operations.
• demonstrate a strong sense of place value in the base-10 number system:
  • show understanding of how place value permits efficient representation of number;
  • demonstrate recognition of the value of each place as ten times larger than the value of the next place to the right and the implications of this for ordering numbers and for estimation and approximation;
  • demonstrate how the operations of addition, multiplication, and exponentiation are used in representing numbers; and
  • demonstrate the relative magnitude of numbers.
• demonstrate an understanding of multi-digit calculations, including standard algorithms, “mental math,” and nonstandard methods commonly created by students:
  • demonstrate how the base-10 structure of number is used in multi-digit computations.
  • demonstrate how decimal notation allows for approximation by “round numbers” (multiples of powers of 10).
  • demonstrate an understanding of the properties of commutativity, associativity, and distributivity as useful tools for organizing thinking about computation.
  • demonstrate flexibility in mental computation and estimation
• demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of integer and rational number and extend the operations to these larger domains:
  • demonstrate an understanding of what integers are and the meaning of sign and magnitude;
  • demonstrate an understanding of what rational numbers are, how fractions and decimals relate, different representations of rationals, and a sense of their relative size;
  • demonstrate knowledge of interpretations and for the arithmetic operations in the extended domains;
  • demonstrate understanding of the relationship between fractions and the operations of multiplication and division;
  • demonstrate an understanding of how whole number arithmetic extends to integers and rational numbers;
  • demonstrate an understanding of how any number represented by a finite or repeating decimal is rational, and conversely; and
  • demonstrate an understanding of how and why whole number decimal arithmetic extends to finite decimals and, in particular, how place value extends to decimal fractions.
• demonstrate an ability to generalize arithmetic and quantitative reasoning:
  • demonstrate an ability to use a variety of representations, including conventional algebraic notation, to articulate and justify generalizations;
  • demonstrate an understanding of algebraic expressions as shorthand for describing calculation; and to demonstrate an understanding of algebraic identities as statements of equivalence of expressions; and
  • demonstrate an ability to solve word problems via algebraic manipulation.
• demonstrate the ability to use manipulatives to understand the meaning of numbers and arithmetic operations throughout the course.

Technology Objectives:

• demonstrate the ability to use the arithmetic operations on the scientific calculator to solve algebraic and real world algebraic problems;
• demonstrate an understanding of the keys:
  
  √n ,x²,y^x,π,±,%, (  ) 2^nd inv key; and
   
• demonstrate an understanding of order of operations on the scientific calculator.

 

Prerequisites: MT 007 or MT 013 or appropriate college equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code.*
F/S (C, N, S)

*Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of math courses.

MT 119 - Mathematics for Elementary Education Teachers II

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Mathematics.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to 1:

Taken from: The Mathematical Education of Teachers from Conference Board of Mathematical Sciences in conjunction with the American Mathematical Society and the Mathematical Association of America

• demonstrate visualization skills:
  • demonstrate the use of projections, cross-sections, and decompositions of common two- and three-dimensional figures; and
  • represent three-dimensional shapes in two dimensions and construct three-dimensional objects from two dimensional representations.
• demonstrate familiarity with basic shapes and their properties:
  • identify fundamental objects of geometry;
  • demonstrate an understanding of angles and how they are measured;
  • demonstrate an understanding of plane isometries: reflections (flips), rotations (turns), and translations (slides)-and symmetries;
  • demonstrate an understanding of congruence and similarity; and
  • demonstrate an understanding of technical vocabulary and an understanding of the importance of definition.
• demonstrate an understanding of the process of measurement:
  • demonstrate different aspects of size;
  • demonstrate an understanding of the idea of unit and the need to select a unit appropriate to the attribute being measured;
  • demonstrate a knowledge of the standard (English and metric) systems of units;
  • demonstrate an understanding of comparing units; and
  • demonstrate an understanding that measurements are approximate and that different units affect precision.
• demonstrate an understanding of length, area, and volume:
  • demonstrate an understanding of one, two, and three dimensions;
  • illustrate rectangles as arrays of squares, rectangular solids as arrays of cubes;
  • demonstrate an understanding of the behavior of measure (length, area, and volume) under uniform dilations;
  • devise area formulas for triangles, parallelograms, and trapezoids; knowing the formula for the area of a circle; becoming familiar with formulas for prisms, cylinders, and other three-dimensional objects; and
  • demonstrate an understanding of the interdependence of perimeter and area; surface area and volume.
• demonstrate the ability to design data investigations:
  • demonstrate an understanding of the kinds of questions that can be addressed by data;
  • demonstrate an understanding of creating data sets; and
  • demonstrate the ability to move back and forth between the question (the purpose of the study) and the design of the study.
• demonstrate the ability to design data investigations:
  • Demonstrate an understanding of describing the shape of a distribution: symmetry versus skewed data distribution and what this indicates about the question being addressed;
  • Demonstrate an understanding of describing the spread of a distribution: range, outliers, clusters, gaps and what these indicate about the question to be addressed by the data;
  • Demonstrate an understanding of describing the center of a distribution: mean, median, and mode and what these indicate about the question to be addressed by the data;
  • Demonstrate an understanding of different forms of data representation, e.g., line plots, stem-and-leaf plots, among others; recognizing that different forms of representation communicate different features of the data; and
  • Demonstrate the ability to compare two sets of data (not always of the same size).
• demonstrate the ability to draw conclusions:
  • demonstrate the ability to choose among representations and summary statistics to communicate conclusions;
  • demonstrate an understanding of variability; and
  • demonstrate an understanding of some of the difficulties that arise in sampling and inference.
• demonstrate an understanding of probability:
  • demonstrate an ability to make judgments under uncertainty;
  • demonstrate an ability to assign numbers as a measure of likelihood; and
  • demonstrate an understanding of the idea of randomness.
• demonstrate an understanding of functions:
  • demonstrate a conceptual understanding of what is a function; and
  • demonstrate the ability to read and create graphs of functions, work with formulas, and use tables of values.
• demonstrate the ability to use manipulatives to develop understanding of mathematical concepts throughout the course.

Technology Objectives:

• demonstrate the ability to use the arithmetic operations on the scientific calculator to solve algebraic and real world algebraic problems;
• demonstrate an understanding of the keys
  
  √n ,x²,y^x,π,±,%, (  ) 2^nd inv key; and
   
• demonstrate an understanding of order of operations on the scientific calculator.

 

Prerequisites: MT 118 or appropriate college equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code.*
F/S (C, N, S)

*Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of math courses.

MT 121 - Technical Mathematics I

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Mathematics.

 

Course Outcomes
Upon Completion of this course, the student will be able to:
 

• perform the fundamental operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) with algebraic expressions;
• solve equations to include linear, rational and quadratic;
• identify geometric shapes and formulas (including area, perimeter, volume, and surface area);
• use units of measure and approximate numbers in calculations;
• define and evaluate trigonometric functions of any angle;
• analyze and solve applications of right triangles;
• perform addition with vectors;
• write polynomials in factored form;
• perform the fundamental operations on rational expressions;
• interpret and graph the equations of a straight line;
• graph and interpret functions;
• solve systems of linear equations graphically, algebraically, and by determinants;
• perform the fundamental operations on complex numbers; and
• analyze and solve word problems that involve the use of linear and rational equations, vectors and functions.

Technology Objectives:

• Use a scientific/graphing calculator to perform basic arithmetic operations and solve trigonometric problems; and
• analyze and interpret the following based on a graphing calculator or a symbolic computer program:
  • the domain and range of functions;
  • solutions to linear equations; and
  • solutions to and graphs of quadratic equations.

 

Prerequisites: MT 007 or MT 013 or appropriate college equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code.*
F/S (C, N, S)

*Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of math courses.

MT 122 - Technical Mathematics II

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Mathematics.

Course Outcomes
Upon Completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• solve equations including exponential, logarithmic, or trigonometric functions;
• evaluate trigonometric functions and their inverses for angles measured in degrees and radians;
• solve oblique triangles using the law of sines or law of cosines;
• sketch and interpret the graph of trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic functions;
• perform fundamental operations, (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) on algebraic terms involving exponents and radicals, and logarithmic functions;
• graph functions using log and semi-log paper;
• analyze and solve proportion and variation problems;
• solve basic probability problems;
• find area under the normal curve and solve application problems;
• develop and interpret X bar and R charts for statistical process control; and
• summarize and interpret data using frequency distribution, measures of central tendency, and measures of dispersion.

Technology Objectives:

• analyze and interpret the following based on a graphing calculator or a symbolic computer program:
  • graphs of trigonometric functions;
  • graphs of exponential functions; and
  • graphs of logarithmic functions.
• Perform statistical operations using a computer software program (optional).

 

Prerequisites: MT 121 or equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code.*
F/S (C, N, S)

*Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of math courses.

MT 125 - College Mathematics

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Mathematics.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• apply the concepts of the real number system and the properties of real numbers;
• simplify and perform the fundamental operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) on real numbers, polynomials, and radical expressions; and simplify complex fractions;
• solve linear, quadratic, (inc. imaginary roots), absolute value, radical, exponential and logarithmic equations;
• solve linear and absolute value inequalities;
• interpret, set up and solve problems involving direct, inverse and joint variation;
• define function and determine whether a given relation is a function;
• evaluate a given function, use function notation, perform operations on functions, and the composition of functions;
• ascertain when a function has an inverse and be able to compute the inverse when it exists;
• graph, interpret the graph of functions and transformation of functions-including linear, absolute value, quadratic, cubic, radical, simple rational, exponential and logarithmic;
• solve systems of equations in two (2) and three (3) variables;
• interpret and apply the properties of exponential and logarithmic functions; and
• solve word problems that involve the use of linear, quadratic, exponential and logarithmic functions and systems of linear equations.

Technology objectives:
Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency with a scientific calculator in performing the following skills:

• evaluating functions, various roots and exponents;
• find Log x, ln  x  and e^x; and
• solve exponential and logarithmic equations.

 

Prerequisites: MT 013 or appropriate college equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code.*
F/S (C, N, S)

*Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of math courses.

MT 126 - College Mathematics II

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Mathematics.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
 

• define and evaluate values of trigonometric ratios in degrees or radians;
• solve right triangles and oblique triangles;
• analyze and solve problems that apply right and oblique triangle trigonometry;
• sketch and analyze trigonometric functions and their inverses;
• solve trigonometric equations, quadratic equations and systems of equations;
• prove identities including basic identities, the addition and subtraction of two angles, the half angle, and the double angle formulas;
• plot and express complex numbers in rectangular and polar forms;
• perform the fundamental operation on complex numbers in both rectangular form and polar forms, including DeMoivre’s theorem;
• investigate the graphs of polynomial and rational functions;
• analyze and sketch the curves involving the conic sections; and
• solve inequalities for linear, quadratic, and absolute value functions.