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ACCT 2010 - Principles of Accounting I
Credits: 3
Students examine the role of accounting information in business and society. Utilizing critical thinking and decision-making skills, students prepare and analyze financial information using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Students evaluate how financial information is used in making business decisions.
Prerequisite: ENGL 810 and MATH 965 (or equivalent placement).
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ACCT 2020 - Principles of Accounting II
Credits: 3
ACCT 2020 is a continuation of ACCT 2010 . Students analyze and prepare accounting transactions for partnerships and prepare a Statement of Cash Flow in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Students are introduced to managerial accounting concepts including creating and evaluating reports and information needed by management for decision-making and monitoring purposes.
Prerequisite: Completion of ACCT 2010 .
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ACCT 2110 - Quickbooks Accounting
Credits: 3
Students demonstrate the practical application of accounting utilizing current software. Students create accounting records for businesses and utilize fundamental accounting concepts within the computerized system to address problem-solving situations. Topics covered include the general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, job costing, and payroll.
Prerequisite: Completion of ACCT 2010 or equivalent preparation.
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ACCT 2230 - Intermediate Accounting I
Credits: 3
Students acquire knowledge of the principles and theory of accounting relating to financial statements, accounting information systems, the Income Statement and related information, Statement of Cash Flows, cash, receivables, and valuation of inventories.
Prerequisite: Completion of ACCT 2020 .
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ACCT 2430 - Income Tax
Credits: 3
A study of the fundamentals of individual federal income taxation designed to help students acquire an understanding of federal income tax determination, personal and dependency exemptions, gross income concepts, inclusions and exclusions, and general deductions and losses. Emphasis is placed on form completions.
Prerequisite: Completion of ACCT 2010 , or instructor approval.
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ACCT 2450 - Cost Accounting
Credits: 3
Students apply the fundamental principles of managerial cost accounting including the accumulation and reporting of accounting information needed for product and standard costing as well as information for planning, decision making and control activities.
Prerequisite: Completion of ACCT 2020 .
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ACCT 2460 - Payroll Accounting
Credits: 3
Students examine employment legislature and tax laws that affect a company’s payroll structure. Students acquire a practical working knowledge in maintaining payroll records, computing gross pay, calculating payroll taxes, analyzing and journalizing payroll transactions, utilizing a computerized payroll system, and payroll reporting requirements and forms.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ACCT 2010 .
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ACCT 2470 - Accounting Internship I
Credits: 3
Students integrate academic experiences with professional experience under the supervision of an accounting professional in a cooperating organization. Students engage in the daily operations of the organization as an entry level accounting intern.
Prerequisite: Completion of BADM 1020 and instructor consent.
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ACCT 2471 - Accounting Internship II
Credits: 3
Students integrate academic experiences with professional experience under the supervision of an accounting professional in a cooperating organization. Students engage in the daily operations of the organization as an entry level accounting intern.
Prerequisite: Completion of ACCT 2470 and instructor consent.
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ACCT 2800 - Certified Bookkeeper Exam Review
Credits: 3
A capstone course designed for students within the Accounting Services program who wish to acquire a professional bookkeeping certification credential. Students will acquire knowledge and skills needed to carry out all key accounting functions through adjusting entries and financial statements including payroll. Students will be prepared to take the Certified Bookkeeper exam administered by the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers.
Prerequisite: Completion of ACCT 2020 and ACCT 2460 .
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ACCT 3080 - Accounting for Decision Makers
Credits: 3
Students consider the use of accounting information by external users and management. Students develop skills in interpreting and utilizing earnings statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports to effectively manage strategic operations for their business. Students will work with internal and external stakeholders to apply product and service costing to the development of a budget.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in MGT 3210 .
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Agriculture |
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AGRI 2470 - Agriculture Internship I
Credits: 8
Students engage in supervised work experience in an agriculture related business or production operation with emphasis on technical and employable skill development. Students employ academic knowledge in real world application. Students develop a stronger skill set and resume for future agricultural employment.
Prerequisite: Instructor consent.
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AGRI 2471 - Agriculture Internships II
Credits: 8
Students engage in supervised work experience in an agriculture related business or production operation with emphasis on technical and employable skill development. Students employ academic knowledge into real world application. Students develop a stronger skill set and resume for future agricultural employment.
Prerequisite: Completion of AGRI 2470 .
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Agriculture-Agricultural Economics |
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AGEC 1010 - Agricultural Macroeconomics
Credits: 3
Students explore the impact of governmental policy on society and the agriculture industry in this introductory course which focuses on the role of agriculture in a market based on economy. Students develop an understanding of how the U.S. food and fiber system is influenced by the economic problem of scarcity.
Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 810 or equivalent placement.
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AGEC 1020 - Agricultural Economics II
Credits: 3
An introductory course in which students will practice and apply contemporary microeconomic principles to navigate the economic problem of resource scarcity. The primary focus of this course is on the decision-making of producers and consumers in agricultural and natural resource markets. Market structure and market failure are explored to justify the role of government to protect health, culture, and nature.
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AGEC 2010 - Farm-Ranch Business Records
Credits: 2
Students apply economic principles and accounting methods to organizational decision-making and operations. Students create farm enterprise and cash flow budgets, income statements, and balance sheets for farm and ranch enterprises. Students analyze records created to help in making financial decisions.
Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 900 , or equivalent placement.
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AGEC 2020 - Farm and Ranch Business Management
Credits: 4
Students apply the tools of management and decision-making to problems found in agricultural operations. Exploration of the four functions of management provides an understanding of the complex issues facing the farm or ranch manager. Using community case studies, students practice market research, financial records analysis, crop and livestock enterprise analysis, risk management, and farm business organizational planning.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AGEC 1020 .
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AGEC 2400 - Farm Credit and Finance
Credits: 4
Students conduct financial analysis of agricultural businesses, including solvency, liquidity, risk and return, capital budgeting methods, and analysis of land investments. Students will examine the sources and costs of credit available for agriculture. Students will culminate their experience by creating a farm or ranch management plan for a complete year’s operation using records built throughout the semester.
Prerequisite: Completion of AGEC 2020 .
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AGEC 2805 - Equine and Agribusiness Law
Credits: 3
Students apply knowledge and build skills in topics related to business law within the context of the agriculture and equine industries. Topics include real property, estate planning and farm succession, liability, legal issues, current legislation and politics, breeding contracts, syndications, developing employee benefit packages, employee relations, and payroll records.
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Agriculture-Agroecology |
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AECL 1000 - Agroecology
Credits: 4
General Education: Natural Sciences - Physical & Life (NS)
Students explore meteorology, soil science and hydrology, chemistry and nutrition, and ecology as related to food, energy, water, and agriculture systems. Students will work with their peers to engage in the scientific method and access and evaluate popular and scientific media while practicing science-informed decision-making.
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AECL 2395 - Agricultural Science Research Methods Capstone
Credits: 3
Students engage in an in-depth study of a relevant topic in agriculture or rangeland ecology. Students engage in critical thinking and cooperative, collaborative work on current topics and/or topics of historical importance to agriculture or rangeland ecology. Sustainable food production, small-farming, local marketing, land use planning, government programs, and research are also addressed. The capstone project requires students to apply learned knowledge, gather new information from professionals, and perform research resulting in a written report and a capstone presentation.
Prerequisite: Students graduating from the agriculture program and approval of their adviser.
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Agriculture-Animal Science |
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ANSC 1010 - Intro to Animal Science
Credits: 4
A course introducing students to the scope of the livestock industry, and management of beef cattle, sheep, dairy cattle, swine and poultry. Students are exposed to a foundation knowledge base in livestock breeding, genetics, reproduction and nutrition. Students also learn about products produced in animal agriculture such as wool, meat (pork, lamb and beef), dairy, and poultry products. Additionally, students explain current political and socioeconomic issues in the animal agriculture industry.
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ANSC 1030 - Equine Management
Credits: 4
Students are introduced to the fundamental concepts in equine management. Students acquire an understanding of history, breed characteristics, skeletal anatomy, dentistry, and basic hoof care of horses. Students explore equine health management principles and practices, including a practical examination of equine nutrition, diseases, and vaccines. Students learn to identify lameness and differentiate between various types of lameness. Foundation knowledge of equine husbandry and care is applied to an industry setting with the use of hands-on laboratories.
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ANSC 1070 - Livestock Fitting and Showing
Credits: 2
All students competing for the LCCC Livestock Show Team will engage in practice and competitions. Livestock is provided by LCCC and/or area producers. Students will learn the scope and process of the livestock showing industry. Students will learn proper techniques to fit and show relevant livestock species. Students are involved with the actual fitting practices, entries for show, show ring, and they participate in breaking and training of livestock for show. Eligible students may compete in such shows as the National Western Stock Show, etc. Team members are required to enroll in this course each semester. Team selection is based on instructor approval. May be repeated for credit
Prerequisite: Instructor consent
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ANSC 1210 - Livestock Judging
Credits: 2
All students competing for the LCCC Livestock Judging Team will engage in practice and competition evaluating relevant livestock species based on conformation and performance data. Livestock for practices is provided by the College and area livestock producers. Eligible students have the opportunity to compete in major national contests such as Houston Livestock Show, NAILE, National Western Stock Show, etc. Livestock judging team members are required to enroll in this course each semester. Team selection is based on instructor approval.
Prerequisite: Instructor consent
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ANSC 1260 - Livestock Merchandising
Credits: 2
Students gain experience in organizing and managing a livestock auction through hands-on experiences. Students work with consignors to advertise, set up sale facilities, and facilitate proper transport regulations pertaining to interstate and intrastate travel for livestock. In addition to hands-on experience, the course provides an overview of marketing strategies used in everyday livestock operations. Students explore the costs and risks of different marketing strategies including designing a marketing budget.
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ANSC 2020 - Feeds and Feeding
Credits: 4
Students learn the fundamentals of nutrition and how they apply to proper livestock management. Students also explore balancing feed rations and utilizing resources to formulate feeding plans to meet production expectations while managing feed costs.
Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 810 and MATH 900 , or equivalent placement.
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ANSC 2025 - Livestock Nutrition
Credits: 2
Students examine the fundamentals of livestock nutrition and how they apply to proper management. Students explore different feed rations and begin to develop a feeding plan.
Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 810 and MATH 900 or equivalent placement, and ANSC 1010 .
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ANSC 2320 - Livestock Health and Management
Credits: 2
Students develop a basic knowledge of commonly occurring livestock diseases: identification, prevention, and treatment. Through a hands-on approach, students develop knowledge of proper housing, disinfecting, and vaccinating livestock using United States Department of Agriculture and American Veterinary Medical Association guidelines and regulations. Additionally, students study animal anatomy and physiology in order to understand the diseases and their potential impact on different body systems.
Prerequisite: Completion of ANSC 1010 .
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ANSC 2560 - Reproductive Technology
Credits: 3
This course is focused on reproductive technologies for use in all livestock and horses. Topics covered for all species include anatomy and physiology of reproductive organs, the endocrine system and reproductive cycles. Students will demonstrate proper technique in semen handling and artificial insemination. Students will become familiar with heat synchronization and the management of livestock and horses before, during, and after artificial insemination and the associated cost and benefits. Pregnancy and parturition will also be covered.
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Range Management |
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REWM 2000 - Principles of Range Management
Credits: 3
Students study the basic principles and practices of range management as they apply to the western and northwestern regions. Students examine the relationship of range management to livestock production, wildlife management, hydrology, forage production and other land uses.
Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 810 and MATH 900 , or equivalent placement.
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REWM 2400 - Range Ecosystems and Plants
Credits: 4
Students discover the dominant plant species, disturbance regimes, and management challenges of the major ecosystems of western North America. Students identify dominant woody, forb, grass, and grass-like species of these ecosystems, primarily by sight recognition of characteristic morphological features as well as taxonomic keys. Students examine the interactions between abiotic factors, disturbance regimes, and native and non-native species that create biogeographic variation among ecosystems as well as challenges and opportunities for land managers. Students are recommended to complete REWM 2000 prior to registration.
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American Studies |
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AMST 2010 - Introduction to American Studies
Credits: 3
This course introduces students to the interdisciplinary study of American culture. Students explore themes, values, and ideas that continue to resound throughout our cultural experience, focusing on individuals, ideas, and events that have defined what it means to be an American in context of past and current historical events. In the field of American studies, students develop an understanding of American cultures, identities, artifacts, landscapes, and institutions from a variety of viewpoints, building layers of meaning and interpretation for the objects studied.
Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 810 or equivalent placement.
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AMST 2110 - Cultural Diversity in America
Credits: 3
This course is designed to examine multicultural relations in the United States by exploring how common elements of humanity bind together individuals and groups of people. Students gain an understanding of issues related to social interaction, the concept of race, social class, age, gender, sexual orientation, and the sociology of minorities. Students also acquire an awareness of the constraints and motivations of many diverse populations including Native Americans, Hispanic-Americans, African-Americans, and Asian-Americans.
Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 810 or equivalent placement.
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Anthropology |
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ANTH 1100 - Introduction to Biological Anthropology
Credits: 4
An introductory course in physical/biological anthropology in which students are expected to become knowledgeable about and gain an understanding of mankind’s primate background, human osteology, human genetics and variation, fossil primates, and fossil man. An archaeological overview of cultural evolution in the Old World from fossil man to the peopling of the New World are presented. Students engage in experiments and other exercises during weekly laboratory sessions and demonstrate a working knowledge of the scientific method.
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ANTH 1200 - Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
Credits: 3
General Education: Human Cultures (HC)
An introductory course in cultural anthropology. Students demonstrate knowledge of basic concepts in social and cultural anthropology including ecological-economic systems, social and political organization, language, magico-religious beliefs, and culture change.
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ANTH 1300 - Introduction to Archaeology
Credits: 3
Students become knowledgeable about the ways in which prehistoric cultural remains provide an understanding of the shared cultural life ways of humankind. In addition to surveying basic archaeological theory, field methods and the laboratory analysis of field data, students learn about the evolution of culture, the growth and development of early Old World and New World civilizations, how cultures function, why they change, what similarities they shared broadly among cultures, and why cultures differ from one another.
Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 910 or equivalent placement.
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ANTH 2210 - North American Indians
Credits: 3
Students survey American Indian cultures north of Mexico at the time of the first contact with Europeans. Students acquire and demonstrate knowledge of detailed ethnographic and ethnohistorical comparisons of selected North American Indian cultural areas.
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Art |
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ART 1000 - General Studio Art
Credits: 3
General Education: Creative Expression (CE)
This course is intended for non-art majors. A basic introduction to art through various art media. Students explore and experiment with different art materials and techniques by creating and developing a number of basic projects.
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ART 1005 - Drawing I
Credits: 3
General Education: Creative Expression (CE)
Students investigate the visual vocabulary required in drawing and gain an understanding of the basic form and techniques used to render realistic as well as expressive drawings. Students use a variety of media such as pencil, conte, charcoal, ink and pastels.
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ART 1010 - Intro to Art
Credits: 3
General Education: Human Cultures (HC)
This course is not equal to or a replacement for the required art history courses for art majors. This is a one-semester, lecture-based introduction to the theories, techniques, concepts, and materials of art. Students define and describe the constructs underlying fine art such as visual literacy, themes of art, use of light and color, principles of design, and describe how these constructs are manifested in such art forms as sculpture, painting, drawing, ceramics, video, photography, architecture, etc. Students describe ways in which works of art exemplify principles and techniques of various media. Students also explore relationships between these concepts and sequential art history spanning ancient to contemporary movements.
Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 810 or equivalent placement.
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ART 1110 - Foundation: Two Dimensional
Credits: 3
General Education: Creative Expression (CE)
Students explore the principles of art structure through a series of exercises in the visual organization of line, plane, value, mass, texture, shape, movement, and color. Students work in a studio environment and discover individual solutions to two dimensional challenges. This course is offered every fall.
Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 810 or equivalent placement.
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ART 1120 - Foundation: Three Dimensional
Credits: 3
Students explore the principles of art structure through a series of exercises in the visual organization of line, plane, value, mass, texture, shape, space, movement, and color. Students work in a studio environment and discover individual solutions to three dimensional challenges. This course is offered every Spring.
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ART 1130 - Foundation: Color
Credits: 3
Students explore the principles of art structure through a series of exercises in the visual organization of color. Students work in a studio environment and discover individual solutions to color theory challenges.
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ART 1250 - Water-Based Media I
Credits: 3
Students practice a wide variety of technical processes with water-based media and develop their compositional skills. Through classroom critiques, students analyze multiple solutions to painting problems.
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ART 1260 - Water-Based Media II
Credits: 3
In this continuation of ART 1250 , students explore color theory and experiment with color palettes to produce desired effects. Students study the work of contemporary and historical painters and create original works of art that reflect that knowledge.
Prerequisite: Completion of ART 1250 .
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ART 1510 - Handbuilt Ceramics
Credits: 3
An introductory course in basic ceramic techniques for sculpture production designed especially for non-majors. Students apply technical knowledge to form, glaze, and fire sculpture and trace historical trends in sculpture and contemporary sculptors. To practice design concepts, students produce a freestanding form, a series of multiple form sculptures, and an independent project. (This course does not fulfill LCCC’s humanities/fine arts requirement.).
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ART 2005 - Drawing II
Credits: 3
In this continuation of ART 1005 , students practice designing more sophisticated solutions to studio problems, and approaching alternative materials. Through classroom critiques, students analyze multiple solutions to drawing problems.
Prerequisite: Completion of ART 1005 .
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ART 2010 - Art History I
Credits: 3
Students acquire introductory knowledge of the major arts of the world from pre-history to medieval, including pre-historic European, ancient Near Eastern, Egyptian, Aegean, Greek, Etruscan, Roman, African, Chinese, Japanese, Indian art and art from the Americas, through the Middle Ages. Also included is art from the Byzantine, Medieval, Romanesque, Gothic, Judaic, Christian, and Islamic movements.
Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 810 or equivalent placement.
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ART 2020 - Art History II
Credits: 3
Students acquire introductory knowledge of the major arts of the world from the Renaissance, Baroque, and Rococo periods to the modern and post-modern eras, including the arts of Africa, China, Japan, Pacific Island cultures, and the Americas.
Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 810 or equivalent placement.
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ART 2050 - Life Drawing I
Credits: 3
This course provides instruction for drawing the human form. Working from clothed and nude models, students demonstrate an understanding of line, value, composition, realistic interpretation, self-expression, and the human form as art.
Prerequisite: Completion of ART 1005 or equivalent skills. Instructor approval required.
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ART 2060 - Life Drawing II
Credits: 3
In this continuation of ART 2050 , students expand and refine their skills in drawing the human form. Working from clothed and nude models, students demonstrate an understanding of line, value, composition, realistic interpretation, self-expression, and the human form as art.
Prerequisite: Completion of ART 2050 . Instructor approval required.
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ART 2080 - Drawing III
Credits: 3
In this continuation of ART 1060, students create a thematic series of works and present them with a written descriptive analysis. Students prepare their work for exhibition and build a portfolio.
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ART 2090 - Printmaking
Credits: 3
Students gain skills in the use of materials and techniques for creating original art through the indirect process of printmaking. Students also design the surface used to print the image(s). Art projects include relief printing and monoprinting.
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ART 2210 - Painting I
Credits: 3
General Education: Creative Expression (CE)
Students utilize a variety of painting techniques and art terms to produce a portfolio of work based upon design elements and principles. The historically significant works of contemporary painters and old masters are reflected in student projects. Topics include color and light phenomena in nature and in painting. Students are encouraged to produce unique work and to understand their artistic intentions.
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ART 2220 - Painting II
Credits: 3
In this continuation of ART 2210 , students continue to practice a variety of painting techniques and to refine their understanding of concepts. Students expand upon their personal strengths and increase their ability to recognize stylistic trends. (Students expecting to work in oils must consult with instructor.)
Prerequisite: Completion of ART 2210 .
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ART 2235 - Advanced Painting
Credits: 3
Students develop an understanding of the “process” of creating paintings within the parameters of a variety of painting techniques. Individual solutions to group assignments are discussed within classroom critiques.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval required based on drawing and painting skills.
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ART 2310 - Sculpture I
Credits: 3
An introductory course in additive and subtractive construction of three-dimensional form. Students trace the historical trends in sculpture, recognize contemporary sculptors, and develop a vocabulary that can be used in discussing sculpture. Emphasis is on the presentation of studio problems and their solutions through personal expression.
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ART 2410 - Ceramics I
Credits: 3
General Education: Creative Expression (CE)
Students learn the fundamentals of pottery construction, glazing, and firing techniques. Students apply skills to hand-building, wheel-throwing and surface methods. An emphasis is on the formative stages of the clay-working process.
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ART 2420 - Ceramics II
Credits: 3
Students focus on wheel-throwing pottery and evaluation of completed clay forms. Students explore technical information concerning clays, glazes and firing processes as well as historical trends in pottery.
Prerequisite: Completion of ART 2410 .
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Automotive Body Repair |
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AUBR 1500 - Auto Body Hand/Hydraulic tools
Credits: 3
This course is an introduction into the auto body repair field, focusing on hand, power, and hydraulic tools common to the trade. Students identify different tools available for repairs and demonstrate their proper and safe usage through various shop projects including vehicle trim and hardware identification and removal, as well as exterior panel replacement. Students gain skill in determining the proper selection and use of personal protection equipment required for hazardous materials found in body/paint shops.
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AUBR 1540 - Auto Body Welding
Credits: 3
Students gain the knowledge and skills necessary to identify the different types of metal used in today’s vehicle construction and determine the limitations of different alloys. Students explore the different welding equipment and techniques available to repair shops and gain skill in performing the weld styles common to body repair and panel replacement.
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AUBR 1550 - Auto Body Repair I
Credits: 3
Students examine techniques for body panel replacement and the proper alignment of bolt-on parts. Students gain skill with moveable glass replacement, diagnosing wind and water leaks, and identifying causes of improperly operating handles, latches, and locks.
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AUBR 1560 - Auto Body Repair II
Credits: 3
This course is a continuation of AUBR 1550 . Students gain the knowledge and skills necessary to identify and demonstrate repair procedures for the different types of plastics and aluminum used in today’s vehicle construction. Students also explore the use of techniques for adhesive bonding.
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AUBR 1570 - Auto Body Repair III
Credits: 3
This course is a continuation of AUBR 1560 . Students continue to gain knowledge and skill development in repair procedures for damaged automotive sheet metals and plastics. In addition, students explore new vehicle materials and designs, safety features, park-assist systems, collision warning systems, and alternative fuel systems.
Prerequisite: Completion of AUBR 1560 .
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AUBR 1580 - Auto Body Repair IV
Credits: 3
This course is the last in the Auto Body Repair series of courses. Students explore safe working procedures for auto body repairs on high voltage vehicles. Students also gain knowledge and skill in identifying different foam applications and their intended purpose in modern vehicles.
Prerequisite: Completion of AUBR 1570 .
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AUBR 1710 - Frame and Chassis I
Credits: 3
This course is an introduction into frame designs, unibody structural parts, and steering/suspension components. Students examine different types of measuring and straightening equipment for structural parts and demonstrate their proper and safe usage. Students also identify the common types of suspension design and the parts contained in each.
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AUBR 1720 - Frame and Chassis II
Credits: 3
This course is a continuation of AUBR 1710 . Students demonstrate structural damage analysis and repair techniques for steel and aluminum structural parts. Students gain the skills necessary to identify, repair properly, and work safely around restraint system components. Students also explore heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning components commonly damaged in front-end collisions.
Prerequisite: Completion of AUBR 1710 .
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AUBR 1810 - Collision Damage Repair I
Credits: 3
Students examine procedures for repairing extensive body damage including welded or bonded outer body panel and structural parts replacement. Previous auto body repair and welding experience recommended.
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AUBR 1820 - Collision Damage Repair II
Credits: 3
This course is a continuation of AUBR 1810 . Students gain experience performing structural parts repair, replacement, and sectioning following industry-approved procedures. Students explore welding techniques for advanced high-strength steels, as well as replacement procedures for stationary glass.
Prerequisite: Completion of AUBR 1810 and AUBR 1540 .
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AUBR 1910 - Auto Paint I
Credits: 3
This course is an introduction to vehicle refinishing. Students examine different types of refinishing equipment and materials designed to duplicate factory finishes. They develop skills in surface preparation, masking vehicles, and application techniques for different refinish products.
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AUBR 1920 - Auto Paint II
Credits: 4
This course is a continuation of AUBR 1910 . Students acquire and demonstrate basic knowledge and skill in spot repairs, color matching, paint mixing, and overall refinish procedures. Students also examine the identification, causes, and corrections for common paint problems.
Prerequisite: Completion of AUBR 1910 .
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AUBR 1930 - Auto Paint III
Credits: 4
This course is a continuation of AUBR 1920 . Students exhibit a greater proficiency in the skills demonstrated in AUBR 1910 and 1920. Students explore multi-stage, and water-borne paint systems, as well as detailing and post-repair vehicle inspections.
Prerequisite: Completion of AUBR 1920 .
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AUBR 1945 - Introduction to Automotive Custom Paint
Credits: 3
This course is an introduction to the paints, techniques, and equipment used in automotive custom painting. Students examine color theory, paint systems, masking/stencil techniques, and freehand airbrush designs through instructor-guided projects. Students gain knowledge and skill in the control, proper use, disassembly, and cleaning of an airbrush. Students also demonstrate proficiency in the use of pinstriping brushes. Students are required to provide their own dual-action airbrush.
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Automotive Technology |
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AUTO 1500 - Basic Auto Mechanics
Credits: 3
Students gain and demonstrate knowledge and skills to understand the automotive service industry and to perform basic preventive maintenance, service procedures, and engine repair. Students work towards completing ASE/NATEF task list A1-A8.
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AUTO 1510 - Engine System Fundamentals
Credits: 4
This course provides a basic introduction to engine operation, design, and service procedures. Students demonstrate precision measuring, engine disassembly and reassembly, diagnosis of engine problems, cylinder head reconditioning, and parts analysis. Students work towards completing ASE/NATEF task list for Engine Repair A-1.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AUTO 1520 .
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AUTO 1520 - Foundational Skills in Automotive
Credits: 4
Students gain and demonstrate foundational knowledge and skills applicable to careers in the automotive service industry. Students will perform basic preventive maintenance, access vehicle service information and procedures, prepare vehicles for service, and identify tools and their usage in automotive applications. Students work towards completing ASE task lists A1-A8 and G-1.
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AUTO 1730 - Drivetrain Systems
Credits: 3
Students will examine service and repair procedures for drivetrains and their related components. This course covers manual and automatic transmissions; as well as, drivetrain components. Students work towards completing ASE task list for Automatic Transmissions A-2 and Manual Drivetrain and Axles A-3.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AUTO 1765 .
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AUTO 1740 - Brake Systems
Credits: 3
Students explore the theory, service, and repair of automotive braking systems and their components. This course will cover hydraulic systems, disc, and drum brakes, power-assist units, and electronic brake control systems. Students work towards completing ASE task list for Brakes A-5.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AUTO 1765 or DESL 1545 .
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AUTO 1760 - Heating and Air Conditioning
Credits: 4
Students in this course will examine automotive comfort systems including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, with a focus on identification of malfunctioning parts and the repair of these systems. Students complete ASE task list for Heating and Air Conditioning A-7.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AUTO 1765 or instructor consent.
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AUTO 1765 - Automotive Electrical Systems
Credits: 4
Students examine the basic theory of electricity. They will identify methods to locate and interpret wiring diagrams, and explore diagnostic methods and repair procedures for individual electrical circuits on vehicles. These circuits include lights, horn, electric windows, power seats, electric defrosters, and other electrical circuits installed on vehicles. Students work towards completing ASE/NATEF task list A-6.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AUTO 1520 or instructor consent.
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AUTO 2550 - Auto Alignment And Suspension
Credits: 3
Students explore automotive steering and suspension system designs including tires and identify methods to measure and diagnose those systems. Students will utilize OEM specifications to perform wheel alignments. This course covers both front and rear suspensions used on 2WD and 4WD vehicles and allows students to work towards completing ASE task list A-4.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AUTO 1765 .
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BIOL 1002 - Discovering Science
Credits: 4
General Education: Natural Sciences - Physical & Life (NS)
Students integrate Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Earth Science through lectures, lab activities, field experiences and discussions. Fundamental concepts from each discipline are concurrently addressed enabling students to engage with science and apply it to larger societal issues.
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BIOL 1003 - Current Issues in Biology
Credits: 4
General Education: Natural Sciences - Life (NSL)
Students who are non-science majors, take this one semester course to examine central themes of biology-cell biology, genetics, evolution, ecology and scientific methodology, by focusing on current issues in biology and their interrelation to humans and the environment. Students participate in discussion and hands-on laboratory exploration of the content.
Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 900 .
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BIOL 1007 - Insect Biology
Credits: 4
General Education: Natural Sciences - Physical & Life (NS)
Students study various aspects of human-insect interactions such as urban and agricultural pests, medical vectors, and insects as food for a more sustainable environment. Students explore basic insect biology, behavior, life history and diversity/evolution. Students learn about insects using a holistic approach incorporating basic physics, chemistry, and geology. Students perform experiments both in the lab and in nature. The student pays an additional lab fee.
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BIOL 1010 - General Biology
Credits: 4
General Education: Natural Sciences - Life (NSL)
Students examine the basic chemistry of living systems, cell structures and functions, energy relations including photosynthesis and cellular respiration, Mendelian and molecular genetics, molecular biology, population dynamics, and evolutionary theory. Students perform experiments during regular laboratory sessions and demonstrate a working knowledge of the scientific method.
Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 810 and MATH 975 , or equivalent placement.
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BIOL 1390 - Intro to Science Research I
Credits: 4
An introduction to concepts used in a biological research environment. Students read scientific literature, perform computer-based literature searches, engage in experimental design and data collection, conduct statistical analyses, write a scientific paper, and design a poster. Students may have the opportunity to present their work at a scientific conference.
Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL 1010 (with a grade of B or better) and instructor consent.
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BIOL 2022 - Animal Biology
Credits: 4
Students examine the anatomy, physiology, ecology and evolution of animal biodiversity. Students demonstrate the ability to compare, contrast, and classify animals based upon shared derived characteristics. Through lectures, discussions, reading and writing assignments, and other activities, students discover the biodiversity of Kingdom Animalia and consider the importance of this biodiversity to themselves, humanity and the biosphere.
Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL 1010 .
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BIOL 2023 - Plant and Fungal Biology
Credits: 4
Students gain knowledge of how plants and fungi have evolved, what ecological roles they play in the world, and how species are important to humans. Students also contrast and classify plants and fungi and related organisms through their structure and function. This course is offered during fall semesters.
Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL 1010 .
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BIOL 2390 - Scientific Research II
Credits: 4
This course is a continuation of BIOL 1390 . Motivated students continue to perform scientific research at a higher level than BIOL 1390 . Research II students work more independently in all aspects of research, including designing experiments, collecting data, analyzing results, and writing scientific literature. Research II students provide leadership for a small group of Research I students, being a “project leader” for an experiment.
Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL 1390 and instructor consent.
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BIOL 2465 - Research Problems in Biology
Credits: 1-3
Students explore various methodologies employed in biological research, including experimental design, literature searches, data collection, analysis, and research report writing. Students may be required to present their work at public forum.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
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BIOL 2470 - Field Methods in the Biological Sciences
Credits: 4
Students develop an understanding of ecological principles on a broad scale through field exercises, group discussions, research projects, and written assignments. Employing the scientific method in collaboration with students and instructors from another region or country, students examine local ecology as they engage in authentic research projects, on-the-ground conservation, and cultural interactions. Developing biological fundamentals, students delve into the evolution, behavior, population, community and ecosystem ecology, biogeography, physiology, and organismal biology in this region. Besides tuition and mandatory fees, students pay additional cost s that may include but are not limited to airfare, room and board, classes, local tours, and other activities.
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BREW 1500 - Safety and Sanitation for Fermentation
Credits: 3
Students identify rules, regulations, and practices related to workplace safety in the fermentation industry. Students also become knowledgable in standard brewery sanitation procedures including Clean-in-Place (CIP).
Prerequisite: Instructor consent.
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BREW 1510 - Craft Beer Styles and Sensory Evaluation
Credits: 3
Students learn and practice analysis of fermented beverages for quality and adherence to standard style guidelines, analyzing both the characteristics and flaws resulting from raw materials usage and the brewing, fermentation and sanitation processes. Students discuss the chemistry and biochemistry of off-flavors, and methods to avoid future issues. Students will also acquire knowledge of the history and characteristics of standard beer styles and take the Beer Judge Certification Program (BJCP) Entrance Exam.
Prerequisite: Instructor consent.
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BREW 1520 - Beer Essentials: Grains
Credits: 1
Students explore the characteristics of grains used in craft brewing and the processes used to prepare grains for use in brewing.
Prerequisite: Instructor consent.
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BREW 1530 - Beer Essentials: Hops
Credits: 1
Students explore the characteristics of hops used in craft brewing and the processes used to grow, harvest, and prepare hops for use in brewing.
Prerequisite: Instructor consent.
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BREW 1540 - Beer Essentials: Water and Brewing Chemistry
Credits: 1
Students explore the role that water plays in craft brewing. Students gain knowledge in the standard practices for testing and adjusting water for brewing. Students also learn about basic chemistry concepts important for brewing.
Prerequisite: Instructor consent.
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BREW 1550 - Beer Essentials: Microorganisms and Fermentation
Credits: 1
Students develop understanding of the biology and characteristics of yeast and other microorganisms used in craft brewing. Students gain hands-on experience working with yeast, and practice proper sanitary techniques for working with microorganisms.
Prerequisite: Instructor consent.
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BREW 1560 - Beer Essentials: Adjuncts and Specialty Ingredients
Credits: 1
Students identify adjuncts and specialty ingredients commonly used in craft brewing.
Prerequisite: Instructor consent.
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