BM 225 - Energy Management

• analyze and perform an energy audit and make recommendations for cost effective retrofits;
• demonstrate and awareness of day to day operational considerations;
• demonstrate communication skills through an extensive multi-format presentation, written reports and oral reports;
• analyze and perform diagnostic testing of a structure; and
• apply knowledge of building systems and structural components.

BM 231 - Building Systems II

• demonstrate a working knowledge and interpretation of commercial and industrial blueprints;
• illustrate a basic knowledge of commercial specifications and their application;
• analyze and understand drawings and estimating methods and their interrelationships;
• solve problems working from a scale and drawing with the specifications;
• draw and interpret the specifications of a given project; and
• demonstrate the fundamentals of masonry construction and its maintenance repair.                                                                                                                  

 

S (C)

BM 237 - Building and Grounds Operations

• apply an understanding of the basic principles of maintaining a facility utilizing contractors equipment and operational forms;
• demonstrate the ability to produce and maintain structured maintenance forms;
• analyze and formulate realistic budgetary numbers for equipment, material and manpower planning; and
• create and complete multiple maintenance projects by coordinating sub-contractors, maintenance personnel and managing associated budgets.  

BM 240 - Plumbing Systems

• illustrate and understand the basic principles of sanitary and potable plumbing supply systems and their aspects of operation;
• recognize the principles of air, oil and gas piping installation within a facility;
• apply consideration to material and equipment selection with computer software and the internet;
• demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot water supply, sanitary drainage systems and fixtures;
• apply knowledge of energy conservation opportunities through water-saving fixtures, tank-less fixtures, water energy saving methods of recycling, and solar and geo-thermal energy opportunities;
• demonstrate and understand basic maintenance management principals in a mechanical environment;
• apply an understanding of the skill sets required to be a competent maintenance technician; and
• demonstrate oral and written communication skills through writing, sketching and presenting research reports on a plumbing planning and scheduling of a project.

 

F/S (C)

BM 241 - Electrical Systems II

• understand a broad overview of types and applications of electrical controls and equipment utilized in current field applications;
• demonstrate the ability to read, produce and interpret electrical schematics and related prints; 
• solve analytical problems using diagnostic skills in the repair and maintenance of electrical systems;
• demonstrate an awareness of the current electrical energy conservation opportunities and new techniques utilized by industry; and
• illustrate development of oral and written communication skills for customer relations.

BM 243 - Heating Systems I

• demonstrate an understanding of the principles of boiler operations;
• apply ASME Code symbols and stamps and its meaning;
• recognize feedwater systems, fuel systems, and steam systems;
• demonstrate the ability to maintain and troubleshoot HVAC systems; and
• demonstrate oral and written skills through writing work orders and inventory reports.

BM 244 - Air Conditioning and Ventilation

• demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of HVAC systems;
• apply practical application of refrigeration and air conditioning system technology;
• recognize the important concepts of the Clean Air Act and EPA regulatory changes;
• explain and comply with the section 608 EPA refrigerant recycling rule; and                                       
• demonstrate knowledge of EPA 608 certification upon successfully completing the national EPA test. 

BM 246 - Heating Systems II

• recognize and explain heat transfer methods;
• illustrate and understand commercial forced hot air systems;
• apply all operation maintenance concepts to troubleshoot HVAC systems;
• understanding of all steam boiler systems;
• demonstrate an understanding of heat pump theory and operation;
• analyze and troubleshoot heat pumps; and
• apply proper service & recordkeeping procedures for HVAC systems.

 

S (C)

BM 250 - Renewable Energy Systems

• demonstrate an understanding of renewable systems operations;
• describe and identify major components and subsystems;
• recognize and access environmental issues associated with both traditional fuels and renewables; and
• apply thermodynamic principle associated with heat transfer.

BM 252 - Mechanics of Energy II

• demonstrate mastery of basic work and safety techniques;
• apply a variety of methods to perform, classify, code, and order facility and infrastructure inspections; and
• demonstrate the ability to perform emergency response procedures to any and all natural gas-related emergencies.

BM 255 - Green Building Technology

• demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of green, clean and sustainable technology as they relate to the built environment;
• apply a working knowledge of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System;
• demonstrate and operate hand and power tools safely and effectively in order to maximize efficiency in the work environment;
• apply basic construction math in order to estimate linear, square and volume footage, along with estimating labor and materials;
• illustrate an understanding of the basic principles of wooden, light steel, concrete, timber frame, straw bale, adobe and other alternative building systems; and
• recognize and select material, resource and systems selection to minimize the environmental impact in the building and facilities industries.

BM 260 - Electrical Systems for Renewable Systems

• demonstrate the basic principles of a broad overview of types and applications of electrical methods of tools, materials, devices, wiring controls and equipment utilized in current field applications;
• apply the ability to read, produce and interpret electrical blueprints and drawings, along with codes applicable to design;
• recognize and identify the basic attributes of each form of alternative electrical energy;
• apply the spectrum of analyzing and troubleshooting the mechanics of the systems operation;
• set up and solve basic engineering problems associated with conventional and alternative energy use;
• describe the theory of operation of the types of alternative electrical energy system available to the industry today; and
• apply and promote awareness in the students of current energy conservation and the mechanics to troubleshoot technically and resolve the problems at hand.

BM 266 - Green HVAC & Plumbing

• apply the basic principles of various HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, electrical and electronic systems commonly found in the building and facilities industry;
• demonstrate the ability to operate hand and power tools safely and effectively in order to maximize efficiency in the work environment;
• analyze and perform preventative and predictive maintenance in order to maximize efficiency and safety in the work environment;
• recognize and utilize basic maintenance management principles in a mechanical environment; and
• analyze and perform the skill sets required to be a competent maintenance technician.

BM 270 - Project Management

• demonstrate a basic understanding of modern organizing and planning techniques, methods and procedures;
• illustrate an awareness of how the maintenance manager can use these techniques to maximize productivity of the staff and assets assigned to him/her; and
• apply and use written communication tools in organizing and planning methods to solve everyday problems of construction/facilities management.              

BM 272 - Property Management

• recognize a broad overview of the types and varieties of both rental and managed properties in the field today;
• demonstrate the ability to perform the duties and the responsibilities of an entry level property manager;
• create and promote awareness of energy and conservation opportunities; and
• demonstrate effective written and oral skills required to be a quality property manager.

BM 275 - Maintenance Management/Supervision

• illustrate a basic understanding of modern supervisory techniques, methods and procedures;
• demonstrate an awareness of how the supervisor functions in the modern business workplace; and
• demonstrate the written and oral skills required to be an effective first line supervisor.

 

S (C)

BM 281 - Facilities Maintenance & Environmental Topics

• recognize the basic principles of various mechanical, electrical and electronic systems commonly found in building facilities and industry;
• demonstrate the ability to perform preventative and predictive maintenance in order to maximize efficiency and safety in the work environment;
• describe basic maintenance management principals in a mechanical environment;
• apply the skill sets required to be a competent maintenance technician; and
• demonstrate oral and written communication skills through writing and presenting a research report on an industrial process or inventor.

BM 290 - Maintenance Programs

• present and develop a maintenance program portfolio;
• explain and document building systems and equipment histories;
• recognize the components of building systems interactions;
• discuss and present a multi-format presentation related to building systems in relation to the facility;
• demonstrate the skill sets required to be a competent maintenance technician;
• apply the understanding and use of building plans, specifications and building codes for renovations; and
• develop the ability to manage and lead others safely and effectively in the building and facilities industries.

BM 295 - Green Building Lab

• demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of green, clean and sustainable technology as they relate to the built environment;
• describe and select material, resource and systems selection to minimize the environmental impact in the building and facilities industries;
• recognize and access environmental issues associated with both traditional fuels and renewables;
• demonstrate an understanding of renewable system operation; and
• apply a working knowledge of the leadership in energy A - D Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System.

BR 100 - Building Trades Practicum I

• understand safety standards;
• understand general building codes;
• understand material selection;
• understand renovation techniques;
• install and finish gypsum board;
• install gas, potable water, and/or DWV systems;
• understand wiring principles;
• understand insulation techniques;
• recycle building materials;
• install windows and/or doors; and
• install siding.

NOTE: The above skills may be dependent on site activities during the semester.

F (C)

BR 102 - Building Trades Practicum II

• understand safety standards;
• understand general building codes;
• understand material selection;
• understand renovation techniques;
• install and finish gypsum board;
• install gas, potable water, and/or DWV systems;
• understand wiring principles;
• understand insulation techniques;
• recycle building materials;
• install windows and/or doors; and
• install siding.

NOTE: The above skills may be dependent on site activities during the semester.

Prerequisites: BR 100
S (C)

BU 120 - Introduction to Accounting

BU 121 - Accounting Principles I

BU 122 - Accounting Principles II

BU 130 - Quantitative Business Methods

BU 131 - Computer Applications in Business

• Demonstrate fundamentals of operating a computer
• Discuss computers/information processing using appropriate terminology
• Apply popular business software (Office) to business situations
• Utilize (Office) software in other college courses
• Become computer literate by the end of the semester

BU 140 - Introduction to Business

BU 142 - Business Communication

• understand and describe the communication process and its impact on the office environment;
• apply the rules of grammar, punctuation, style, and proofreading to write effective business correspondence (i.e. letters, memos, reports, and messages);
• correspond effectively using a variety of business and technical mediums;
• prepare effective employment communications such as resumés, letters of application, and letters of reference. Develop effective interviewing skills;
• understand the importance of reading, listening, and speaking effectively in professional situations;
• demonstrate an ability to deliver an effective oral presentation to a group using appropriate techniques to obtain and maintain the listeners’ attention and convey messages clearly;
• critically examine situations to determine the most effective response; and
• accurately convey messages and determine appropriate follow-up of communications delivered through various mediums.

BU 151 - Marketing I

BU 221 - Computerized Accounting

BU 225 - Introduction to Income Tax

BU 226 - Managerial Accounting

BU 231 - Business Systems

• Create and edit documents in Word with enhanced page layout and design
• Navigate and format business documents
• Edit academic documents according to MLA style   
• Analyze and chart financial data using Excel 
• Create a professional presentation using PowerPoint  
• Add media and special effects to the presentation 
• Create and build a database using Access and define table relationships 

BU 232 - Business Finance

BU 233 - Consumer Finance

BU 234 - Investments

BU 240 - Principles of Management

BU 241 - Organizational Behavior

• explain the classical and contemporary theories of individual behavior;
• demonstrate an understanding of the various theories of motivation;
• discuss theories of communication;
• explain how conflict may be resolved through negotiation;
• discuss philosophies of managing human resources;
• illustrate ways of managing essential change in organizations; and
• demonstrate how to deal with stress management.

BU 242 - Human Resource Management

BU 243 - Entrepreneurship

BU 244 - Introduction to Sports Management

BU 245 - Administrative Practices in Sports Management

BU 247 - Business Plan Completion

BU 248 - Practicum in Supervision

BU 251 - Marketing II

BU 252 - Marketing Management

BU 253 - Retailing

BU 254 - Advertising

BU 255 - Salesmanship

BU 261 - Business Law I

BU 262 - Business Law II

BU 271 - Internship

BU 272 - Cooperative Education - Business Administration

BU 295 - Special Business Topics

CH 110 - Survey of Science

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Natural Sciences.

Course Outcomes
At the completion of this course, the student should be able to:

• understand the scientific method, its uses and limitations;
• comprehend some topics in chemistry such as: temperature, states of matter, reactions, concept of acid and bases, neutralization, solubility, etc.;
• be familiar with some topics in physics such as: gravity, Coulomb’s law, current, voltage, electromagnetic spectrum, colorimetry, etc.;
• understand some topics in the field of biology such as: molecules of life, antacids, metabolism, digestion, etc.;
• be conversant with topics in astronomy: solar system, new planets, etc.;
• be familiar with topics in earth science such as: earthquakes, greenhouse effect, global warming, ozone layer, etc.; and
• be familiar with some engineering topics such as: heat transfer, gasoline, alternative fuels, vehicles and energy sources, etc.

CH 112 - Understanding Drugs

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Natural Sciences.

Course Outcomes
At the completion of this course, the student should be able to :

•  have an understanding of the scientific method - its uses and limitations;
•  utilize and understand simple chemical terminology;
•  understand the basis of the nervous system and its use in drug usage;
•  have some understanding of the basis of pharmacology; and
• describe the mechanism of actions of several major types of drugs including pain relievers, opiates, alcohol, nicotine, sedative - hypnotics, tranquilizers, antidepressants, cocaine, amphetamines, hallucinogens, etc.

CH 114 - Chemistry for Consumers

• appraise the relationships between society and technology in the world;
• evaluate the historical foundations of the natural science of chemistry; and
• use non-technical literature to understand the impact of new chemical discoveries on our way of life.

CH 116 - Chemistry and the Environment

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Natural Sciences.

Course Outcomes
At the completion of this course, the student should be able to:

• define key theories in chemistry;
• evaluate the interrelatedness of chemical science in their everyday lives;
• utilize chemical concepts to understand potential environmental threats;
• compare the causes and sources of the major types of pollution; and
• identify some of the techniques used in pollution control.

CH 117 - Lab for CH 116

• demonstrate the use of routine lab equipment for measurement and illustrate results to the limit of the precision of the measuring device;
• apply learned techniques to conduct experiments that support and supplement material covered in lecture;
• demonstrate the ability to make observations, gather and classify data;
• discuss and follow all safety regulations and demonstrate safe handling and use of chemicals and apparatus; and
• apply chemical principles and analytical methods to environmental issues.

CH 118 - Forensic Science

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Natural Sciences.

Course Outcomes
At the completion of this course, the student should be able to:

• apply science to those criminal and civil laws that are enforced by police agencies in a criminal justice system;
• apply the chemical principles underlying the analytical methods used in criminal investigations;
• depict the role of the forensic scientist in the criminal justice system and the consideration of admissible expert testimony;
• categorize matter according to state and distinguish between physical and chemical properties and changes;
• name the major contributors to the development of forensic science;
• describe the services of a typical comprehensive crime laboratory in the criminal justice system;
• define physical evidence and its proper handling;
• describe and explain the process of chromatography;
• name the parts of a simple emission spectrograph and distinguish continuous and line emission spectra;
• define and distinguish between protons, neutrons and electrons;
• list the parts of the compound microscope;
• distinguish the forensic applications of the compound microscope, stereoscopic microscope, polarizing microscope and scanning electron microscope;
• name and classify the commonly abused drugs;
• explain the testing procedures used for forensic identification of commonly abused drugs; and
• explain how alcohol is absorbed into the bloodstream, transported throughout the body, and eliminated by oxidation and excretion.

CH 119 - Lab for CH 118

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Natural Sciences.

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

• conduct experiments that provide support for key principles covered in lecture;
• develop the ability to make observations, gather and classify data;
• develop an awareness of hazards of chemical substances and how to work with them safely;
• prepare a laboratory report;
• demonstrate the proper and safe use of laboratory equipment; and
• apply chemical principles and analytical methods to criminal investigations.

CH 140 - College Chemistry I

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Natural Sciences.

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

• recognize the precision of measured quantities as reported via significant figures;
• perform arithmetic calculations on measured quantities and report answers to proper number of significant figures in scientific notation;
• categorize matter according to state and class and distinguish between physical and chemical changes and physical and chemical properties;
• interpret chemical notation for atoms, molecules and ions;
• balance chemical equations and perform calculations based on stoichiometric relationships;
• classify chemical reactions as combination, decomposition, replacement, metathesis or redox;
• draw models for atoms and ions given nuclide symbols, showing nuclear composition and electron distribution in principle shells and subshells;
• relate electron configuration and periodic classification of elements (Periodic Table);
• explain the differences between ionic and covalent bonding and the resulting ionic and molecular compounds;
• draw electron-dot structures for atoms, molecules and ions;
• name inorganic compounds from formulae and write proper formulae from names;
• use the mole concept to convert between masses of substances and number of atoms and/or molecules present;
• calculate an unknown parameter of the gaseous state from the Ideal Gas Law; and
• calculate solution concentrations in % Solute and Molarity units.

CH 141 - Lab for CH 140

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Natural Sciences.

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

• use routine lab equipment for measurement of mass, length, volume and temperature, and report results to the limit of the precision of the measuring device;
• handle chemicals and apparatus in such a manner as to ensure the safety of the laboratory environment;
• calculate properties of matter from measurements in metrc system;
• identify unknowns by determining physical properties such as density, melting and boiling points, flame tests and solubility in various solvents as well as chemical properties such as flammability and precipitations;
• separate components of a mixture by sublimation, extraction, decantation and  filtration;
• observe evidence for chemical and physical changes and write balanced equations for chemical reactions;
• distinguish between ionic and molecular compounds on the basis of their electrolytic conductivity, and account for differences in conductivity between strong and weak electrolytes;
• distinguish acids from bases on the basis of their most salient properties;
• draw electron-dot formulae for simple molecules and ions, and assemble models to demonstrate their structure; and
• use reference materials from library and websites to obtain accepted values for properties needed to determine % deviations of experimental results from theoretical values.

CH 142 - College Chemistry II

• state whether gaseous volume increases or decreases due to a change in pressure, temperature or number of moles;
• calculate one of the variables of the gaseous state from a knowledge of the other three;
• identify the three intermolecular forces that account for the condensed states of matter;
• explain the properties of liquids and solids on the basis of their molecular structure;
• predict the solubility of solutes in various solvents based on the polarities of both;
• compare the properties of true solutions, colloidal dispersions and suspensions,and relate them to particle size;
• explain the concept of acid-base titration;
• calculate the pH of strong and weak acids and bases;
• list the variables that affect the rates of chemical reactions;
• explain the role of collision frequency, energy and orientation in determining reaction rates;
• express the law of mass action as an equation, and use it to calculate equilibrium concentrations for reactants and products;
• predict shifts in equilibrium based on Lechatelier’s Principle;
• identify oxidizing and reducing agents in redox reactions;
• balance equations for nuclear decay and transmutation reactions from a knowledge of the subatomic particles captured or emitted; and
• identify classes of organic compounds and biomolecules from functional groups, and give IUPAC names for the common classes.

CH 143 - Lab for CH 142

• use routine laboratory instruments like analytical balances, pH meters and spectrometers in the performance of chemical experiments;
• use volumetric glassware properly to achieve its possible precision;
• predict whether osmosis, dialysis or both will occur when solutions are separated by semipermeable membranes;
• determine end-points in acid-base titrations;
• determine the concentration of solutes in unknown solutions;
• balance redox reactions and predict spontaneity of replacement reactions;
• recognize and classify organic and biochemical compounds by knowledge of their functional groups;
• determine the pH of aqueous solutions using acid-base indicators and pH meters;
• explain shifts in chemical equilibrium based on LeChatelier’s Principle; and
• calculate % yields for synthesis reactions

 

Prerequisites: CH 141
Concurrent Registration: CH 142
F/S (C, N, S)

CH 144 - General Chemistry with Introductory Organic and Biochemistry

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Natural Sciences.

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

• use the dimensional analysis technique to interconvert English and metric units;
• perform conversions between Fahrenheit, Celsius, and Kelvin temperature scales;
• determine the relationship between density, mass and volume;
• perform calculations involving specific heat, temperature changes and calories;
• compare and explain the relationship between various components of the electromagnetic spectrum;
• utilize the concepts embodied in the Laws of Dalton, Graham, Charles, Boyle and Henry;
• explain and illustrate atomic structure from early theories to modern views of electron configurations;
• balance chemical equations and perform stoichiometric calculations;
• predict and name chemical formulas utilizing the concept of quantum mechanics;
• illustrate the basic laws of thermodynamics, chemical equilibrium and Le Chatelier’s Principle;
• compare and contrast the properties of suspensions, solutions and colloids;
• calculate and explain the concepts of molarity, molality, colligative properties, acidity and pH measurements;
• name alkanes, alkenes, alkynes and aromatics according to I.U.P.A.C. rules;
• recognize the various functional groups of compounds containing oxygen and nitrogen;
• recognize and classify carbohydrates, including mono, di, and polysaccharides;
• distinguish between and discuss properties of lipids, proteins, enzymes, vitamins and hormones;
• describe the major metabolic pathways of glycogenolysis, lipogenesis, the citric acid cycle, and amino acid catabolism; and
• identify and explain structural differences and similarities of the nucleic acids

CH 145 - Lab for CH 144

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Natural Sciences.

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

• carry out experiments that provide support for key principles covered in lecture;
• develop the ability to make observations, gather and classify data;
• develop an awareness of the hazards of chemical substances and how to work with them safely;
• prepare a laboratory report;
• demonstrate the proper and safe use of laboratory apparatus; and
• complete an experiment with guidance

CH 146 - College Chemistry with Clinical Applications

• describe the evolution of scientific knowledge with respect to the scientific method;
• categorize matter according to state and class and distinguish between physical and chemical properties and changes;
• write balanced chemical equations and use them for stoichiometric calculations;
• write electronic configurations for atoms and understand the relationship between configuration, the periodic table and the chemical properties of elements;
• relate the properties of compounds to the ionic or covalent nature of their bonds;
• predict the geometry and polarity of molecules;
• calculate and manipulate concentration units for the solution of dilution, titration and other solution stoichiometry problems;
• compare and explain the properties of solutions, colloidal dispersions and suspensions;
• predict and write equations for ionic reactions in aqueous solutions;
• predict shifts in chemical equilibria in accordance with LeChatelier’s Principle;
• calculate equilibrium constants for reactions and use these constants to calculate concentrations of species in solution;
• calculate the pH of strong acid/base, weak acid/bases and buffer solutions;
• interpret acid/base chemistry according to Bronsted Theory and
• identify oxidizing agents and reducing agents and balance redox reactions.

CH 180 - University Chemistry I

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Natural Sciences.

Course Outcomes
At the completion of this course, the student should be able to:

• describe the scientific method and the evolution of scientific knowledge, including fundamental principles of chemistry;
• categorize matter according to state (solid, liquid or gas) and class (pure substance or mixture), and distinguish between physical and chemical properties and changes;
• solve measurement problems using mathematical fundamentals including uncertainty in measurements (precision and accuracy), the metric (SI) system, English-metric conversions and dimensional analyses;
• relate the properties of compounds to the ionic or covalent nature of their chemical bonds;
• name simple inorganic compounds and simple organic functional groups;
• use atomic theory to describe the periodic relationships among the elements, and interpret the descriptive chemistry of the groups of the periodic table;
• write and balance molecular and ionic chemical equations and use them to solve stoichiometric problems;
• calculate and manipulate solution of stoichiometry problems;
• apply a simple quantum mechanical approach to atomic structure in order to describe stable electronic configurations of atoms and common ions;
• explain the relationship between electronic configuration, the periodic table and the properties of the elements;
• solve enthalpy problems;
• predict the structure, geometry, and polarity of molecules using the valence shell electron pair repulsion (VSEPR), valence bond and molecular orbital theories of chemical bonding; and
• apply the empirical gas laws and the kinetic molecular theory to solve problems involving the parameters of the gaseous state.

CH 181 - Lab for CH 180

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Natural Sciences.

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

• apply scientific methodology while conducting a laboratory experiment;
• make and record observations while independently following detailed written instructions;
• organize and plan: time requirements, flow charts, space allocation, equipment location/availability, materials and quantities, handling procedures, waste containment, report due dates;
• demonstrate appropriate laboratory hygiene practices;
• apply mathematical analysis;
• interpret data using a logical report format;
• demonstrate the proper and safe handling of chemicals and lab equipment; and
• link associated lecture topics (CH 180) with laboratory exercises

 

Prerequisites: Math Placement MT 125 (or higher) and high school (Regent’s) chemistry or CH 140
Concurrent Registration: CH 180
F/S (C, N, S)

CH 182 - University Chemistry II

• compare and explain the properties of solutions, mixtures and colloidal dispersions;
• predict and write equations for ionic reactions in aqueous solution;
• determine rate laws, calculate rates of chemical reactions and reconcile rate laws with reaction mechanisms;
• predict shifts in chemical equilibria in accordance with LeChatelier’s Principle;
• calculate equilibrium constants for gaseous reactions, weak acids/bases and sparingly soluble salts, and use these constants to calculate concentrations of species in solution;
• calculate the pH of strong acids/bases, weak acids/bases, buffer solutions, hydrolysable salts and polyprotic acids;
• interpret acid/base chemistry according to Bronsted Theory;
• calculate and explain the concepts of enthalpy, entropy and free energy with respect to the Three Laws of Thermodynamics;
• identify oxidizing agents and reducing agents and balance redox reactions; and
• classify organic compounds by functional group and give IUPAC names for hydro-carbons and simple members of other groups.

CH 183 - Lab for CH 182

• improve proficiency of all course outcomes for CH 181;
• formulate experimental conclusions;
• begin to comprehend error analysis; and
• operate independently in a laboratory environment

 

Prerequisites: CH 181
Concurrent Registration: CH 182
F/S (C, N, S)

CH 220 - Organic Chemistry I

• correlate the theory and experimental evidence pertaining to atomic and molecular bonding;
• predict physical properties of organic structures from structural data;
• name hydrocarbons and other classes of organic compounds in accordance with the IUPAC system;
• describe the mechanism of free radical halogenation and predict the quantity and structure of reaction products;
• identify torsional strain, draw Newman projections, and predict relative energies of rotational conformers;
• illustrate the three-dimensional aspects of organic molecules, and ratiocinate racemic reactions;
• describe the synthetic production of alkyl halides and their role in the creation of more esoteric molecules;
• be conversant with the competing mechanisms of nucleophilic substitution;
• predict the formation of stable carbocations and the utility of these intermediates in organic reactions;
• describe the production and reactions of alkenes, including electrophilicity and stereospecificity;
• predict degradation products from ozonolysis of alkenes;
• compare and contrast stereospecificity and stereoselectivity of syn and anti-mechanisms; and
• describe reactions and characteristics of dienes, allyl cations and free radicals.

CH 221 - Lab for CH 220

• demonstrate an awareness of safety practices in the laboratory, and appreciate the historical significance of current technological advances;  
• measure physical properties of organic structures such as melting and boiling points, index of refraction and density;                 
• name hydrocarbons and other classes of organic compounds in accordance with the IUPAC system;        
• correctly assemble and use ground glass components;
• observe Free Radical Halogenation and measure the quantity and structure of reaction products;
• isolate optically active components from natural products using Soxhlett and liquid/liquid extractions;
• extract alkaloids from natural products and purify by sublimation;
• be conversant with the operation and maintenance of vacuum pumps and flash evaporators;
• demonstrate the use of cryogenic solids and liquids in the lab;
• describe the production and reactions of Grignard reagents;
• determine the composition of commercial analgesics through the use of thin layer chromatography;
• synthesize and purify components of analgesics by recrystallization;
• compare the effects and relative benefits of both simple and fractional distillation;
• learn the use of Raschig rings; and
• learn computer graphing techniques.

 

Prerequisites: CH 183
Concurrent Registration: CH 220
F/S (C, N, S)

CH 222 - Organic Chemistry II

• interpret infra-red, UV-vis, NMR and mass spectra, and derive actual structures from these spectra;
• predict reaction products from the interaction of various reagents with acids, aldehydes, ketones, ethers, amines, heterocycles, amino acids and proteins, glycols and diazonium salts;
• name the classes of organic compounds in accordance with the IUPAC system;
• describe the mechanism of Aldol and Claissen condensations;
• predict relative energies of molecular orbitals and demonstrate an understanding of LCAO-MO theory, including HOMO and LUMO concepts and constraints, especially in the production of commercial dyestuffs;
• use radioactive tracers to elucidate mechanisms such as esterification;
• describe the synthetic production of natural products, and their subsequent use in the creation of more esoteric molecules;
• be conversant with the competing mechanisms of nucleophilic substitution as applied to more sophisticated systems;
• predict the relative acidity (basicity) of carboxylic acids, alcohols, phenols and amines;
• describe the production and properties of polymers, including isotactic, syndiotactic and atactic conformations;
• predict products from Hoffmann Degradation;
• compare and contrast relative strengths of various oxidative and reductive reagents; and
• propose good synthetic routes to all of the above functional groups and families.

CH 223 - Lab for CH 222

• handle air-sensitive materials;       
• predict structural properties of organic compounds from spectral data;                  
• identify classes of organic compounds using wet chemical techniques;             
• oxidize alcohols to ketones and acids;
• synthesize esters;
• perform saponifications;
• set up and perform fermentations and isolate products;
• prepare fluorescent dyes;
• synthesize diazonium salts and react them with various substrates;
• dehydrate alcohols and elucidate products;
• prepare triphenylmethanol via Grignard reagents;
• run Freidel-Crafts reactions; and
• synthesize components of insect repellents. 

 

Prerequisites: CH 221
Concurrent Registration: CH 222
F/S (C, N, S)

CH 240 - Analytical Chemistry

•  provide a detailed introduction to the theory and practice of classical wet quantitative and electrochemical methods of analysis.

CH 241 - Lab for CH 240

• statistical methods for chemical analysis;
• computer use in the chemical laboratory;
• aqueous solution chemistry;
• titrimetric methods involving acid/base, complexation, and redox techniques; and
• electrochemical methods such as potentiometry & electrogravimetry.

CI 100 - Application of Digital Computer

• research topic on the internet;
• receive and send e-mails;
• use a word processor to write reports effectively;
• set-up spreadsheet to solve engineering problem using Microsoft Excel; and
• develop a power point presentation.

CI 110 - Surveying I

• communicate verbally during outdoor laboratory exercises and record field measurements and other data in the manner common to the surveying profession;
• units of measure and terms employed in plane surveying:
  • length:  Meters, feet, “historical” units;
  • area:  Square meters, square fee, hectares, acres; and
  • angle:  Degree-minutes-seconds.
• use various methods and equipment available for:
  • length:  Pacing, stadia, taping, EDM;
  • elevation/Height:  Automatic level, theodolite; and
  • angle:  Theodolite, EDM.
• identify and correct typical sources of systematic errors in taping;
• measurement of travers angles and distances;
• field angular closure vs. acceptable closure as defined by governing agencies;
• balancing of angles;
• computation of bearings/azimuths and latitudes and departures;
• comparison of field traverse closure with acceptable closure as defined by governing agencies;
• adjustment of traverse;
• computation of coordinates;
• computation of areas;
• transfer of elevations from one point to another by differential leveling;
• comparison of field elevation closure with acceptable closure as defined by governing agencies;
• adjustment of level loops;
• identify the surveyor’s role in a land information system (GIS); and
• create computer solutions for common surveying problems utilizing computer software.

CI 130 - Engineering Mechanics

• determine vectors;
• analyze force systems;
• analyze simple structure;
• determine centroid and center of gravity;
• determine moment of inertia of area; and
• determine radius of gyration.

CI 165 - Surveying II

• calculate land and boundary surveys;
• understand the state and plan coordinate systems;
• read and develop a topographic map;
• utilize electronic survey equipment;
• use computers to map surveys;
• develop vertical and horizontal road curves; and
• perform volume calculation of material.

CI 175 - Computer-Aided Drafting I

• create a drawing using advanced setup procedures;
• use proper layering and linetype techniques for architectural and engineering drawings;
• use drawing commands, icons, and pull down menus for creating objects on architectural and engineering drawings;
• use dimensioning commands, icons and pull down menus for creating dimensions on architectural and engineering drawings;
• use hatch commands, icons and pull down menus for creating material convections on architectural and engineering drawings;
• create basic architectural and engineering drawings. (may include flow schematics, process diagrams, foundation and/or floor plans, use of scanned images and/or electronic photo images, drawing sections and/or details);
• create plot files in PDF format and using CTB files for lineweight setup;
• print files to local network printer; and
• e-mail PDF & DWG files to instructor.

CI 185 - Strength of Materials

• analyze simple and moment connections;
• determine shear and moment values on a beam;
• calculate bending and shear stress within a section and at points along a beam;
• calculate allowable loading for given beam;
• select economical beam size for a given load;
• compare tension stress and loads;
• comprehend basic column theory in terms of section configuration, unsupported length, end conditions, and material properties. Determine allowable loads of a given column and select a column size to support a given load;
• calculate combined axial and transverse stresses and eccentric loadings; and
• calculate deflections, and solve simple indeterminate structures.

CI 210 - Materials Testing

• apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology;
• apply creativity in the design of systems, components or processes appropriate to program objectives; and
• have a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.

CI 220 - Structural Steel Design

• determine loads;
• analyze steel beams;
• design steel beams;
• analyze shear and deflection;
• analyze columns;
• design axial loaded columns;
• design and analyze columns with moments;
• analyze and design column and beam base plates; and
• understand engineering ethics.

CI 230 - Soils and Foundations

• demonstrate an ability to apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology;
• demonstrate an ability to apply creativity in the design of systems, components or processes appropriate to program objectives; and
• demonstrate a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.

CI 240 - Engineering Drafting

• use architect and engineering scales;
• use mechanical drafting equipment to develop drawings; and
• understand and draw engineering drawing.

CI 255 - Highway Design

• apply geometric design of highways;
• demonstrate knowledge of the highway administration;
• draft the plan view and profile view;
• calculate the cuts and fills;
• integrate new technology by use of trade magazine; and
• work as a team member.

CI 260 - Estimating for Engineers

• perform estimates on commercial projects;
• perform accurate quantity take offs of materials;
• perform cost analysis of projects;
• use basic accounting terms;
• use micro-computers to solve problems, utilizing commercial software; and
• determine material and labor cost.

CI 266 - Contracts, Specifications and Estimating

• comprehend the basic principles of contracts;
• comprehend the concept of bonds and insurance and how they are used;
• identify the parties involved in a construction contract and their responsibilities;
• perform cost analysis and estimates of engineering project;
• perform and understand construction scheduling; and
• perform a class presentation using power point on a construction project or topics.

CI 285 - Reinforced Concrete Design

• demonstrate an ability to apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology;
• demonstrate an ability to apply creativity in the design of systems, components or processes appropriate to program objectives; and
• demonstrate a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.

CI 295 - Hydraulics & Hydrology

• demonstrate an ability to apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology;
• demonstrate an ability to apply creativity in the design of systems, components or processes appropriate to program objectives; and
• demonstrate a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.

ML 111 - CLT Seminar

• describe the CLT curriculum, course sequences and major goals involved in the clinical laboratory profession;
• discuss the academic regulations of the program and of the college;
• explain the purpose of the clinical laboratory technician/technologist certification procedures, accrediting agencies and employment opportunities in the field;
• demonstrate correct spelling and use of basic medical terms in each of the major disciplines of the clinical laboratory;
• discuss and demonstrate laboratory safety procedures; and
• discuss and demonstrate knowledge of HIPPA regulations when dealing with patients.

ML 112 - Clinical Analysis I

• identify which of the various grades of chemicals is suitable for use in clinical analysis and state common storage and safety precautions for laboratory chemicals;
• identify the kinds of water to be used in clinical analysis and describe methods of water purification and perform a simple distillation activity;
• demonstrate an understanding of weight, volume and specific gravity measurement in the laboratory; competency will be measured with simple laboratory activities which include measurement of sugar content (specific gravity measurement) using the urinometers, solution preparation and concentration measurement by laboratory analysis;
• discuss the priniciples of continuous flow, discrete sample, centrifugal, and dry chemistry analyzers; students will perform simple analysis on the spectrophometer;
• describe and contrast commonly used automated laboratory instruments;
• state whether an anticoagulant is needed in collection of a blood specimen, and if so, which anticoagulant is preferable for the particular determination;
• state the precautions required in collection and handling of specimens for particular determinations; students will experience a demonstration of phlebotomy techniquies for venous and capillary specimen collection which includes vacutainers used in collection;
• discuss collection of specimens for Point of Care testing (POCT) and various testing which can be done; students will experience a demonstration of capillary specimen collection and use of the glucometer for glucose testing;
• name and describe the factors that can cause variations in laboratory results; students will work together in teams to identify causes of laboratory variation scenarios and compose a case study to illustrate variation then present findings to the class;
• state the essential characteristics of controls and explain their use in the clinical laboratory; students will act as teams to evaluate a new control and set up ranges; students will analyze variations in analytic data and apply Westgard rules, then determine corrective action;
• describe setting up and interpretation of quality control charts; and
• discuss the development of reference ranges.

ML 122 - Clinical Analysis II

 

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

• define the terms voltage, current, and resistance;
• discuss the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance;
• identify the physiological effects of various amperages passing through the human body;
• name and explain the functions of the basic units of analytical instruments;
• calculate the pH of acid and base solutions;
• explain the functioning of buffer systems;
• calculate the bicarbonate concentration of a blood specimen using the Henderson-Hasselbalch buffer equation and measured values of pH and PCO2;
• explain physical and chemical principles involved in the operation of the following lab instruments:
  • blood gas analyzer
  • spectrophotometer
  • atomic absorption spectrophotometer
  • fluorometer;
• discuss specimen precautions, clinical significance, and methods of analysis for the blood gas, chloride, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, lactate, and serum protein determinations;
• discuss the clinical significance of lactate in the management of sepsis as well as, patient prognosis;
• explain the mechanisms used by the body to maintain acid-base balance;
• name the major acid-base disorders and explain how blood pH, PCO2, bicarbonate base excess and total CO2 values would be affected in those disorders;
• discuss basic characteristics of light and the choice of a wavelength for a colorimetric determination;
• define the terms of Beer’s Law and discuss the relationship between them; and
• determine concentrations in a colorimetric determination by standard curve and by calculation.

ML 123 - Lab for ML 122

• properly use an analytical balance;
• prepare chemical solutions;
• learn the principles of spectrophotometry;
• prepare graphs and a standard curve from photometer analysis of standard solutions;
• run and measure total protein and albumin in serum samples;
• run and measure calcium in serum samples;
• run and measure phosphorus on RX Monza analyzer;
• run and measure magnesium on RX Monza analyzer;
• apply quality control methods in laboratory testing procedures;
• explain the basic principles of automated analysis;
• use laboratory safety guidelines in performance of test procedures; and
• run and measure AST on a UV spectrophotometer.

ML 124 - Serology Lab

• describe the four basic types of immunity: innate, adaptive, humoral and cellular;
• describe the Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) and Human Leukocyte Antigens (HLA) and their roles in the immune system;
• describe the various cells involved in the immune response;
• discuss antibody (immunoglobulin) structure and function;
• discuss the mechanisms of the specific immune response;
• discuss the mechanisms of the nonspecific immune response;
• recognize the four types of hypersensitivity reactions;
• discuss the types of autoimmunity and the theories involved;
• discuss and categorize immunodeficiency;
• discuss transplantation and its effects on the immune response;
• discuss the nature of antigens;
• discuss antigen-antibody binding;
• describe the various types of reactions involving precipitation and discuss how they are used;
• describe reactions involving agglutination, inhibition of agglutination and how they are used;
• describe assays using complement;
• describe the immunologic method of immunofluorescence and how it is used;
• describe other serologic testing methods, i.e. polymerase chain reaction (PCR), restriction fragment length polymorphism (RFLP), chemiluminescence, NAT, etc.;
• discuss syphilis and other spirochete disease and describe the testing methods used in diagnosis;
• discuss streptococcal serology and describe testing methods used in diagnosis;
• discuss the serology of viral infections: Epstein-Barr, Rubella, Herpes, Hepatitis A, C, D, and E and describe testing methods used for diagnosis;
• discuss Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) serology and describe testing methods used in diagnosis; and
• describe the serologic testing methods used for the diagnosis of autoimmune disease.

ML 126 - Bio-Organic Chemistry

• state similarities and differences between organic and biochemistry;
• specify and recognize functional groups of alkanes, alkenes, and alkynes;
• list and be familiar with naming using IUPAC nomenclature;
• write structural formulas for all compounds as stated;
• recognize and differentiate substitution, addition oxidation and dehydration reactions in alcohols and oxidation and reduction reactions in aldehydes and ketones, esterification and hydrolysis;
• define chirality and identify chiral carbon and stereocenters;
• define and discuss properties of enantiomers and stereoisomers;
• differentiate D and L monosaccharides from B structures;
• differentiate Fischer projection formulas from Haworth projections and structure;
• list and explain the major functions of proteins including the 20 amino acids in proteins;
• define and discuss enzyme function and specificity and role in diagnosis of disease;
• define metabolism and biochemical pathways and its role in energy production and acetyl CoA;
• define heredity, storage and expression in DNA;
• summarize major difference between DNA and RNA;
• describe DNA replication, transcription, translation and protein synthesis; and
• define PCR and discuss applications in the clinical lab.

ML 200 - Survey of Clinical Microbiology

• understand the historical significance of microbiology; 
• know how to control microorganisms; 
• understand the relationship between microorganisms and the human body; 
• be able to understand human host defenses; 
• know basic laboratory methods for the identification of microorganisms; and 
• identify human diseases in the body systems.