Course Descriptions

CMIS 285 - Microsoft Word III

2 Credit (0 lecture, 2 open-lab) 2 Contact Hours [Pre- or co-requisite: CMIS 256 ]

1. Save a document as a webpage. 
2. Format document for online publication. 

Goal 2:  Manage document versions. 

1. Recover previous document versions. 
2. Save documents in a variety of formats. 

Goal 3:  Create mass mailings. 

1. Merge a data source and a main document. 
2. Manage a recipient list and data source. 

Goal 4:  Create a customized form. 

1. Modify and lock a form. 
2. Prepare a form for distribution. 

Goal 5:  Manage long documents. 

1. Create a master document and subdocuments. 
2. Manage a master document and subdocuments. 
3. Create an index, table of contents, and table of figures. 

Goal 6:  Integrating Word with other Office software applications. 

1. Modify the document layout. 
2. Create a table of authorities. 

CMIS 286 - Microsoft Excel III

2 Credit (0 lecture, 2 open-lab) 2 Contact Hours [Pre- or co-requisite: CMIS 257 ]

1. Create and modify PivotTable reports. 
2. Create and modify PivotChart reports. 

Goal 2:  Use the Data Analysis, Solver and Scenario Features. 

1. Create scenarios using Solver. 
2. Determine a break-even point. 
3. Create scenarios using the scenario manager. 
4. Create logical functions. 

Goal 3:  Customize macros and visual basic for applications. 

1. Record a macro and assign it to a button. 
2. Modify a macro. 
3. Code a VBA procedure. 

Goal 4:  Manage external data. 

1. Import data from a variety of sources. 
2. Export data to a variety of sources. 

Goal 5:  Collaborate with others. 

1. Create a shared workbook. 
2. Prepare a workbook for distribution. 

CMIS 287 - Microsoft Access III

2 Credit (0 lecture, 2 open-lab) 2 Contact Hours [Pre- or co-requisite: CMIS 258 ]

1. Create a split form.
2. Create a subform.
3. Create and modify a subreport.

Goal 2:  Manage macros.

1. Create a standalone macro with one action.
2. Add multiple actions to a macro.
3. Create a macro group.

Goal 3:  Integrate access with other applications.

1. Import data from other applications.
2. Export data to other applications.

Goal 4:  Administer databases.

1. Create a navigation form.
2. Encrypt and decrypt databases.
3. Use the database splitter.

Goal 5:  Compose SQL statements.

1. Modify a query in SQL view.
2. Create a query in SQL view.
3. Create calculated fields and SQL aggregate functions.

CMIS 288 - Microsoft PowerPoint III

2 Credit (0 lecture, 2 open-lab) 2 Contact Hours [Pre- or co-requisite: CMIS 259 ]

1. Apply and modify slide transitions.
2. Apply custom animation effects.
3. Create custom slide shows.
4. Present and view a slide show.

Goal 2:  Format presentations using tables and pie charts.

1. Construct a table for a presentation.
2. Modify a table.
3. Create and modify pie charts.
4. Create and apply a chart template.
5. Apply animation to a chart.

Goal 3:  Publish a presentation.

1. Save a presentation in other formats.
2. Create a video from a presentation.
3. Copy a presentation to other media types.

CMIS 290 - Field Experience in Computer Information Systems

variable Credit [CMIS 220  or CMIS 270  and Instructor Permission ] 

Goal 1:  Apply basic accounting skills in preparing the general ledger, financial statements, basic payroll calculations, and cash management.

Goal 2:  Display positive work-related skills and attributes that contribute to obtaining, retaining, or advancing on the job.

Goal 3:  Plan and compose acceptable business correspondence.

Goal 4:  Use various input software and tools to create, edit, and format documents, spreadsheets, databases and presentations.

Goal 5:  Accurately index, file, sort, and retrieve paper and electronic documents that pertain to businesses, governmental agencies, and social service organizations.

Goal 6:  Employ appropriate office technology to effectively complete office-related tasks.

Goal 7:  Perform work duties in an ethical manner.

Goal 8:  Demonstrate knowledge of government regulations relating to the medical industry.

Goal 9:  Apply current office procedures in a medical setting.

CNET 151 - CCNA1 Cisco Networking Fundamentals

3 Credit (2 lecture, 2 lab) 4 Contact Hours [CSTC 127 ] 

1. Explain how devices access local and remote network resources.
2. Describe router hardware.

Goal 2:  Explain how switching operates in a small to medium-sized business network.

1. Design an IP addressing scheme to provide network connectivity for a small to medium-sized business network.
2. Configure initial settings on a network device.
3. Implement basic network connectivity between devices.
4. Configure monitoring tools available for small to medium-sized business networks.

CNET 152 - CCNA2 Cisco Routing & Switching

3 Credit (2 lecture, 2 lab) 4 Contact Hours [CNET 151 ]

1. Determine how a router will forward traffic based on the contents of a routing table.
2. Explain how switching operates in a small to medium-sized business network.

Goal 2:  Configure monitoring tools available for small to medium-sized business network.

1. Configure initial settings on a network device.
2. Configure Ethernet switch ports.
3. Implement VLANs.
4. Implement static routing.
5. Implement DHCP on a router.
6. Implement network address translation (NAT).
7. Implement access control lists (ACLs) to filter traffic.
8. Use monitoring tools and network management protocols to troubleshoot data networks.

CNET 250 - UNIX Operating System

3 Credit (2 lecture, 2 lab) 4 Contact Hours [CSTC 133 ]

1. Use command-line utilities to get help with Linux commands
2. View the contents of text files
3. Manage environment variables
4. Configure and use Linux shell environments
5. Use the vi editor to create and edit text files
6. Shut down and restart the system

Goal 2:  Demonstrate Storage Device Management

1. Create and manage hard disk partitions
2. Create and manage disk file systems
3. Mount and unmount devices in the file system
4. Create and manage swap partitions

Goal 3:  Demonstrate File System Management

1. View information about directories and files in the file system
2. Use the Linux Filesystem Hierarchy Standard
3. Create, copy, move, and delete directories in the file system
4. Create, copy, move, and delete files in the file system
5. Create and manage hard and symbolic link files
6. View disk space usage statistics
7. Implement disk quotas
8. Create and manage archive files

Goal 4:  Demonstrate Boot Configuration

1. Manage bootloader configurations
2. View and manage run levels or boot targets for system services
3. Set the default system runlevels or boot target

Goal 5:  Demonstrate Process Management

1. Start, stop, and restart system services
2. View and manage runlevels for system services
3. Monitor and manage running processes
4. Manage kernel modules

Goal 6:  Demonstrate Package Management

1. Install, remove, and update packages with the RPM command
2. Install, remove, and update RPM packages with DNF

Goal 7:  Demonstrate User Group Management

1. Create and manage groups
2. Create and manage user accounts
3. Manage user passwords
4. Manage user access

Goal 8:  Demonstrate User Access Management

1. Manage directory and file ownership for users and groups
2. Manage directory and file permissions for users and groups
3. Configure umask values
4. Use special permissions

Goal 9:  Demonstrate Network and Printing Configuration Management

1. Enable or disable network interfaces
2. Configure and manage print jobs

CNET 251 - CCNA3 Cisco Scaling Networks

1. Configure and troubleshoot routers and switches.
2. Resolve common issues with OSPF, EIGRP, and STP in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
3. Implement a WLAN in a small-to-medium network.

CNET 252 - CCNA4 Cisco Connecting Networks

1. Configure and troubleshoot network devices.
2. Resolve common issues with data link protocols.
3. Resolve common issues with OSPF in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
4. Resolve common issues with EIGRP in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
5. Resolve common issues with STP in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
6. Implement virtual private network (VPN) operations in a complex network.

CNET 263 - Windows Server 2

3 Credit (2 lecture, 2 lab) 4 Contact Hours [CSTC 127 ]

1. Install and manage software

Goal 2:  Identify and resolve issues related to multi-factor authentication

1. Configure Windows Hello for Business
2. Implement virtual smart cards
3. Implement picture passwords
4. Implement biometrics
5. Implement workgroup and domain authentication
6. Implement Homegroup
7. Configure computer and user authentication using secure channel
8. Configure computer and user authentication using account policies
9. Configure computer and user authentication using credential caching
10. Configure computer and user authentication using Credential Manager
11. Implement local accounts and Microsoft account.
12. Implement Azure AD Join
13. Connect Microsoft accounts to domain accounts

Goal 3:  Plan Desktop and Device Deployment

1. Migrate and configure user data
2. Configure Hyper-V
3. Configure mobility options
4. Configure security for mobile devices
5. Plan and Implement a Microsoft 365 Solution

Goal 4:  Configure Networking

1. Configure IP settings
2. Configure network settings
3. Configure and maintain network security

Goal 5:  Configure Storage

1. Support data storage
2. Support data security

Goal 6:  Manage Data Access and Protection

1. Configure shared resources
2. Configure file and folder access

Goal 7:  Manage Remote Access

1. Configure remote connections
2. Configure mobility options

Goal 8:  Manage Apps

1. Deploy and manage RemoteApp

Goal 9:  Support desktop apps

1. Support desktop app compatibility using Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK)
2. Support desktop application co-existence using Hyper-V and App-V
3. Configure User Experience Virtualization (UE-V)
4. Deploy desktop apps by using Microsoft Intune

Goal 10:  Manage Updates and Recovery

1. Configure system recovery
2. Configure file recovery
3. Configure and manage updates

CPGM 108 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [CMIS 101 ]

Goal 2:  Develop and maintain a GIS database.

Goal 3:  Develop visual models using GIS software.

Goal 4:  Analyze and interpret completed visual models.

CPGM 110 - Introduction to Java Programming

4 Credit (2 lecture, 2 lab) 4 Contact Hours [CMIS 101  and Math Level 3 ]

1. Define programming structures.
2. Explain Sequence.
3. Demonstrate Selection using If statements.
4. Demonstrate Selection using If then Else statements.
5. Demonstrate Selection using Nested If structures.
6. Demonstrate Repetition using Do While statements.
7. Demonstrate Repetition using Do While statements.
8. Demonstrate Repetition using Do Until statements.
9. Demonstrate Repetition using For Next statements.
10. Demonstrate Repetition using Selection statements.
11. Demonstrate Repetition using Nested looping structures.
12. Define program variables.

Goal 2:  Understand the basic concepts and principles of object-oriented programming.

1. Write Static Methods.
2. Create Math & Character classes.
3. Create String & Random classes.
4. Write Classes.
5. Write Instantiable classes.
6. Use Accessors & mutators.
7. Use Classes with Arrays.

Goal 3:  Produce sample use-cases, pseudocode, and an incremental coding plan for a given problem speciation.

1. Develop a program algorithm using Output, Input, Process.
2. Develop a program algorithm using Variables.
3. Develop a program algorithm using Operators and Assignments.
4. Translate program algorithms into Java.

Goal 4:  Design, write, and test a Java program to implement a solution to a given problem specification.

1. Apply desk checking techniques to analyze program algorithms.
2. Differentiate between syntactical and logical coding errors.
3. Create IPO Charts to define program parameters.

Goal 5:  Develop programs using the Java programming environment.

1. Create Arithmetic operators.
2. Create Constants.
3. Create Strings.
4. Create Statements.
5. Identify Data Types.
6. Develop One and two-dimensional Arrays.
7. Create Recursions.
8. Create Polymorphisms.
9. Demonstrate Exception handling.

CPGM 130 - Introduction to Programming & Logic

4 Credit (4 lecture, 0 lab) 4 Contact Hours [Math Level 3 ]

Goal 2:  Create error free programs in the Visual Basic .NET environment using standard programming controls.

Goal 3:  Create error free programs incorporating the use of functions.

Goal 4:  Design programs which utilize the use of arrays.

Goal 5:  Utilize techniques for program problem-solving, testing, and debugging to create accurate, error free programs.

CPGM 131 - Introduction to Programming C++

4 Credit (4 lecture, 0 lab) 4 Contact Hours [CMIS 101  and Math Level 3 ]

1. Define programming structures.
   1. Sequence
   2. Selection
      1. If
      2. If then Else
      3. Nested If structure
   3. Repetition
      1. Do While
      2. Do Until
      3. For Next
      4. Selection
      5. Nested looping structures
2. Define program variables.
3. Develop a program algorithm.
4. Translate program algorithms into C++ code.
5. Create IPO Charts to define program parameters.
6. Apply desk checking techniques to analyze program algorithms.
7. Differentiate between syntactical and logical coding errors.

Goal 2:  Be familiar with and develop programs using the C++ programming environment.

1. Define Visual Studio .NET, C++file structure.
   1. Solution
   2. Project
   3. File
2. Explain the difference between Window and Console solutions.
3. Execute a program build.
4. Execute a program start.
5. Implement break points.
6. Initiate step-into and step-over process.
7. Complete save process for files and projects.

Goal 3:  Implement a process of problem-solving, testing, and debugging for the development of C++ programs.

1. Debug program algorithm prior to coding.
2. Debug C++ code when presented with an inaccurate program.
   1. Logical
   2. Syntactical
3. Enter completed C++code into Visual Studio .NET
4. Use Output Window to identify program errors following the build process.
5. Debug program errors following unsuccessful build.
6. Employ the use of known test data to determine program success.
7. Implement coding corrections to create an accurate, error free C++ program.

Goal 4:  Successfully produce error-free user applications using the C++ program language to solve specific business problems.

1. Define #include directives.
   1. <iostream>, <string>, <algorithm>, <iomanip><ctime>
2. Define using std:: statements.
   1. Cout, cin, endl, string, setprecision, ios, setiosflags
3. Use Output Window to identify program errors following the build process.
   1. Double, int, char, string, bool, float
4. Define the Array Process.
5. Define OOP terminology.
   1. Classes, objects, attributes, behaviors, encapsulation, abstraction, instances and polymorphism
6. Apply appropriate repetitive structures in C++ program.
7. Apply appropriate selection structures in C++ program.
8. Create a C++ program which successfully creates an object within a class.
9. Apply the use of user defined functions.
   1. Void functions
   2. Parameter passing functions

CPGM 220 - Advanced Visual Basic

3 Credit (2 lecture, 1 lab) 3 Contact Hours [CPGM 130 ]

1. Create code using Arithmetic operators.
2. Create code using Constants.
3. Create code using Strings.
4. Create code using Statements.
5. Employ User Defined Data Types.
6. Employ Numeric Data Types.
7. Create parallel arrays.
8. Create two-dimensional arrays.
9. Demonstrate Exception handling.
10. Determine number of characters in a string.
11. Insert Characters in a string.
12. Search Strings.
13. Access Strings.
14. Remove Characters from a string.
15. Compare strings with pattern matching.
16. Develop invoking functions.
17. Demonstrate Passing by value.
18. Demonstrate passing by reference.

Goal 2:  Create Access databases.

1. Create sequential Access files.
2. Bind Access databases.
3. Create Try/Catch statement.
4. Copy to Output.
5. Bind objects to controls.
6. Code Next record buttons.
7. Code Previous record buttons.
8. Create Linq Queries.

Goal 3:  Create Classes.

1. Create Default Constructor.
2. Create classes using Non-constructor methods.
3. Create an instance.
4. Create class level arrays.
5. Create class level variables.

Goal 4:  Create Web Applications.

1. Add web pages.
2. Add static text to web pages.
3. Add link buttons to web pages.
4. Add images to web pages.
5. Add text boxes to web pages.
6. Add labels to web pages.
7. Add field validation.
8. Add buttons to web pages.

CPGM 230 - Advanced C++

1. Use Arithmetic operators.
2. Use Constants.
3. Use Strings.
4. Use Statements.
5. Use Namespaces.
6. Create Class Types.
7. Create Enumeration Types.
8. Create Typedef definitions.
9. Create Structures.
10. Create Union Types.
11. Create String Types.
12. Create Parallel Arrays.
13. Create two-dimensional arrays.
14. Use exception handling.
15. Demonstrate Function Overloading.
16. Create Functions using Default Parameters.
17. Create Recursion function.
18. Create Pointers and Inheritance function.
19. Use Polymorphism function.
20. Create class with a Member Function.
21. Create Member Function with a Parameter.
22. Place Class in a Separate file for Reusability.
23. Create string classes.
24. Demonstrate Operator Overloading.
25. Use Ofstream file processing.
26. Use Ifstream file processing.
27. Use fstream file processing.
28. Create data structures.

CPGM 240 - Applications of Geographic Information Systems

1. Construct geographic information into spatial representations using a variety of geographic technologies and tools.
2. Interpret geographic information into spatial representations using a variety of geographic technologies and tools.
3. Analyze spatial organization of people to discern patterns of change.
4. Analyze spatial organization of places environments to discern patterns of change.
5. Analyze spatial organization of environments to discern patterns of change.
6. Evaluate spatial representations of data sets.
7. Use geographic evidence to formulate questions and solve problems.
8. Use scientific reports to formulate questions and solve problems.
9. Demonstrate knowledge of Geographic Information System (GIS) theory.
10. Demonstrate knowledge of Geographic Information System (GIS) technology.
11. Demonstrate knowledge of Geographic Information System (GIS) applications.
12. Utilize ESRI’s ArcGIS software.
13. Propose a GIS project.
14. Create a GIS project.
15. Implement a GIS project.

CSTC 100 - Electronic Circuit Analysis

3 Credit (0 lecture, 3 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Math Level 3  or INDS 122 ] 

Also introduced in this class is Electric Relay Control and relay logic control circuits used in industrial applications. Ladder Diagrams are explained and learners connect, operate, and design a ladder diagram using one or more logic elements. Additional concepts include sequencing control, including relay operation, relay application, limit switch operation and application; and timers and advanced systems including time-delay relays, multiple cylinder control, and machine modes of operation.
OFFERED: fall and spring semesters

Course Goals; Objectives; Competencies
Goal 1:  Become familiar with basic electrical circuits.

1. Use an AC tester to check a wall outlet for electricity.
2. Connect and operate a power supply.
3. Connect and operate a circuit using three types of manual switches.
4. Connect and operate an electrical with a resistor.
5. Connect and operate an electrical with a buzzer.
6. Connect and operate an electrical with a solenoid.
7. Connect and operate an electrical with a motor.

Goal 2:  Measure various electrical quantities.

1. Use an analog voltmeter to measure the voltage at a point referenced to ground.
2. Use a DMM to Measure the Voltage of a Point Referenced to Ground.
3. Use a DMM to Measure Voltage Drops in Series and Parallel Circuits.
4. Use a DMM to Measure the Electrical Current.
5. Use a DMM to Measure Current in Series and Parallel Circuits.
6. Use a DMM to Measure the Resistance of a Component.
7. Measure the Resistance in Series and Parallel Circuits.
8. Test the Continuity of Wires Using a DMM.

Goal 3:  Analyze circuits.

1. Calculate Series Resistance Given Each Load’s Resistance.
2. Use Ohm’s Law to Calculate Voltage, Current, and Resistance in a Series Circuit.
3. Calculate the Total Power Used by a Series Circuit.
4. Calculate the Main Line Current in a Parallel Circuit.
5. Calculate the Total Parallel Resistance.
6. Calculate the Total Power Used in a Parallel Circuit.
7. Operate a Circuit Using a Fuse.
8. Test and Replace a Fuse.
9. Operate a Circuit Using a Circuit Breaker.
10. Test and Reset a Circuit Breaker.

Goal 4:  Calculate inductance and capacitance.

1. Connect and Operate a Relay in a Circuit.
2. Calculate the Total Load on an AC Circuit with Inductors.
3. Discharge a Capacitor.
4. Test a Capacitor with a DMM.
5. Measure the Voltage across a Charged Capacitor.
6. Calculate the Total Load on an AC Circuit with Capacitors.
7. Calculate the Time to Charge and Discharge a Capacitor

Goal 5:  Combine circuits with various loads.

1. Trace the Current Path in a Combination Circuit.
2. Solve a Combination Circuit. 
3. Connect and Operate a Basic Lighting Circuit.
4. Connect and Operate a Ceiling Fan Circuit.
5. Connect and Operate a Rheostat as a Light Dimmer.
6. Design a Voltage Divider Network.
7. Connect and Operate a Voltage Divider Network.
8. Locate a Short Circuit.
9. Locate an Open Circuit.

Goal 6:  Manipulate transformers used in various applications.

1. Connect and Operate a Transformer.
2. Calculate the Secondary Coil Voltage of a Transformer.
3. Troubleshoot a Transformer by Measuring Continuity.
4. Size a Transformer.
5. Calculate the Current Load on a Transformer.
6. Design a Control Transformer Circuit to Provide a Given Output Voltage.

Goal 7:  Use various Control Logic circuits.

1. Connect and Operate an AND Logic Control Circuit.
2. Connect and Operate an OR Logic Control Circuit.
3. Connect and Operate a NOT Logic Control Circuit.
4. Connect and Operate a NOR Logic Control Circuit.
5. Connect and Operate a NAND Logic Control Circuit.
6. Read and Interpret the Operation of a Circuit Given a Ladder Diagram.
7. Connect and Operate a Logic Circuit Given a Ladder Diagram.
8. Design a Ladder Diagram Using One or More Logic Elements.
9. Connect and Operate a Circuit Using a Solenoid Valve Given a Ladder Diagram.
10. Design a Control Circuit in a Ladder Diagram Format to Operate a Solenoid Valve.

Goal 8:  Use Sequencing Control in electronic systems.

1. Read and Interpret a Basic Ladder Diagram with Detached Symbology.
2. Connect and Operate a Relay to Energize a Fluid Power Solenoid.
3. Design a Logic Circuit that Uses a Relay.
4. Connect and Operate a Relay to Perform a Seal-In Function.
5. Connect and Operate an Event Sequencing Circuit Given a Ladder Diagram.
6. Design a Logic Circuit That Uses a Limit Switch to Sequence an Event.
7. Connect and Operate a Single-Cycle Cylinder Reciprocation Circuit.
8. Connect and Operate a Continuous-Cycle Cylinder Reciprocation Circuit.
9. Design a Continuous-Cycle Cylinder Reciprocation Circuit with a Safety Interlock.

Goal 9:  Use timers and advanced systems in electronics.

1. Connect and Operate a Control Circuit with a Timer Relay.
2. Design a Time-Driven Traffic Light Circuit.
3. Connect and Operate a Control Circuit to Perform an Unloaded Start of a Motor.
4. Design a Control Circuit to Perform a Cylinder Dwell.
5. Design a Control Circuit to Perform Time-Driven Sequencing.
6. Design a Dual Cylinder Sequence Circuit Using One Limit Switch.
7. Connect and Operate a Dual-Cylinder Control Circuit Using Two Limit Switches.
8. Design a Continuous-Cycle Multiple-Cylinder Circuit.
9. Connect and Operate a Circuit Having Both Automatic and Manual Modes of Operation.
10. Connect and Operate a Control Circuit to Simulate a Two-Pushbutton Jog Circuit.
11. Connect and Operate a Two-Pushbutton Jog Circuit That Will Jog Two Cylinders Independently.
12. Design a Continuous-Cycle, Synchronized Cylinder Circuit with a Manual Mode.

Goal 10:  Compare uses of AC and DC Considerations and Measurements.

1. Differentiate AC and DC voltages.
2. Explore optimum applications for AC and DC power.
3. Operate AC measuring and test equipment.
4. Explore AC as it applies to the electromagnetic Spectrum.

CSTC 127 - Introduction to Networking

3 Credit (2 lecture, 2 lab) 4 Contact Hours [CSTC 171 ]

1. Compare logical diagrams or schematics
2. Compare physical descriptions

Goal 2:  Classify network connection methods

1. Recognize wired connection methods
2. Recognize optical connection methods
3. Recognize wireless connection methods

Goal 3:  Implement network connections

1. Create a wired network connection
2. Create an optical network connection
3. Create a wireless network connection 

Goal 4:  Contrast network components

1. Explain the uses of network servers
2. Explain the uses of network hubs
3. Explain the uses of network clients
4. Explain the uses of network routers
5. Explain the uses of network switches
6. Explain the uses of network firewalls
7. Explain the uses of Network Operating Systems

Goal 5:  Identify the OSI standard model for networking

Goal 6:  Differentiate amongst  network protocols

1. Explain NETBEUI
2. Explain SPX/IPX
3. Explain TCP/IP
4. Explain IPv5

Goal 7:  Demonstrate network implementation

1. Select appropriate network hardware
2. Select appropriate network software
3. Select appropriate security measures
4. Select appropriate reliability measures

Goal 8:  Demonstrate troubleshooting strategy

1. Demonstrate the use of troubleshooting tools
2. Identify appropriate troubleshooting indicators
3. Troubleshoot a network
4. Repair a network 

CSTC 130 - Digital Logic

3 Credit (2 lecture, 2 lab) 4 Contact Hours [CSTC 100  or ELEC 110  or ELEC 111 ]

1. Recognize switch-based AND circuits.
2. Recognize switch-based OR circuits.
3. Recognize switch-based NOT circuits.
4. Recognize symbols for integrated circuit AND logic elements.
5. Recognize symbols for integrated circuit OR logic elements.
6. Recognize symbols for integrated circuit NOT logic elements.
7. Recognize symbols for integrated circuit NAND logic elements.
8. Recognize symbols for integrated circuit NOR logic elements.
9. Recognize symbols for integrated circuit XOR logic elements.
10. Describe the operation of AND logic elements.
11. Describe the operation of OR logic elements.
12. Describe the operation of NOT logic elements.
13. Describe the operation of NAND logic elements.
14. Describe the operation of NOR logic elements.
15. Describe the operation of XOR logic elements.

Goal 2:  Analyze digital design

1. Predict and test logic levels in circuits containing AND logic elements.
2. Predict and test logic levels in circuits containing OR logic elements.
3. Predict and test logic levels in circuits containing NOT logic elements.
4. Predict and test logic levels in circuits containing NAND logic elements.
5. Predict and test logic levels in circuits containing NOR logic elements.
6. Predict and test logic levels in circuits containing XOR logic elements.
7. Assemble circuits containing AND logic elements.
8. Assemble circuits containing OR logic elements.
9. Assemble circuits containing NOT logic elements.
10. Assemble circuits containing NAND logic elements.
11. Assemble circuits containing NOR logic elements.
12. Assemble circuits containing XOR logic elements.
13. Restate verbal descriptions of digital design problems in truth table form.
14. Simplify expressions using Boolean identities.
15. Simplify expressions using Karnaugh maps.

Goal 3:  Demonstrate combinational logic

1. Construct truth tables for combinational logic circuits from their Boolean expressions.
2. Construct truth tables for combinational logic circuits from their logic diagrams.
3. Write Boolean expressions for combinational logic circuit from their truth tables.
4. Write Boolean expressions for combinational logic circuit from their logic diagrams.
5. Draw and assemble logic diagrams for combinational logic circuit from their Boolean expressions.
6. Draw and assemble logic diagrams for combinational logic circuit from their truth tables.

Goal 4:  Examine elements of sequential logic

1. Recognize relay-based memory circuits.
2. Explain the operation of relay-based memory circuits.
3. Recognize symbols for R-S flip-flops.
4. Recognize symbols for D-type flip-flops.
5. Recognize symbols for J-K flip-flops.
6. Draw circuits for R-S flip-flops using NAND gates.
7. Draw circuits for D-type flip-flops using NAND gates.
8. Draw circuits for J-K flip-flops using NAND gates.
9. Draw circuits for R-S flip-flops using NOR gates.
10. Draw circuits for D-type flip-flops using NOR gates.
11. Draw circuits for J-K flip-flops using NOR gates.
12. Explain the operation of R-S flip-flops using timing diagrams.
13. Explain the operation of D-type flip-flops using timing diagrams.
14. Explain the operation of J-K flip-flops using timing diagrams.
15. Explain the operation of R-S flip-flops using truth tables.
16. Explain the operation of D-type flip-flops using truth tables.
17. Explain the operation of J-K flip-flops using truth tables.
18. Assemble flip-flop circuits.
19. Test flip-flop circuits for proper operation.
20. Draw circuit diagrams for basic shift registers.
21. Draw circuit diagrams for counters.
22. Draw circuit diagrams for frequency dividers.
23. Explain the operation of basic shift registers using timing diagrams.
24. Explain the operation of counters using timing diagrams.
25. Explain the operation of frequency dividers using timing diagrams.
26. Demonstrate various switch debouncing techniques.

Goal 5:  Examine digital applications

1. Count using the binary number system.
2. Convert between binary, decimal , octal, and hexadecimal number systems.
3. Identify BCD codes.
4. Identify Gray codes.
5. Identify ASCII codes.
6. Add and subtract binary numbers.
7. Explain basic Arithmetic-Logic circuits.
8. Explain basic data transfer using a bus structure.
9. Identify bus configurations used in computer systems.
10. Describe the general principles of read-only memory.
11. Describe the general principles of random-access memory.
12. Describe the general principles of magnetic memory.
13. Name the different types of digital memory devices.
14. Explain the operation of LCD display circuits.
15. Explain the operation of LED display circuits.
16. Troubleshoot LCD display circuits.
17. Troubleshoot LED display circuits.
18. Repair LCD display circuits.
19. Repair LED display circuits
20. Identify the major components of a microcomputer.
21. Describe the logical flow of a microproccessor program.
22. Compare TTL and CMOS integrated circuits.
23. Demonstrate applications of digital logic in industrial control.
24. Use a logic probe to test and analyze digital circuits.

CSTC 133 - Network Management

3 Credit (2 lecture, 1 lab) 3 Contact Hours [CSTC 171 ]

1. Install server operating system.
2. Configure server using management consoles.
3. Optimize server file storage.

Goal 2:  Manage a server environment.

1. Configure users.
2. Configure groups.
3. Configure policies.
4. Configure shared network resources.
5. Install roaming profiles.
6. Install terminal services.
7. Install Internet Information Services (IIS).

Goal 3:  Maintain a server environment.

1. Perform data backups.
2. Monitor system operations.
3. Monitor data storage activity.
4. Monitor Internet activity.
5. Use remote monitoring.

CSTC 171 - Computer Maintenance I

3 Credit (2 lecture, 2 lab) 4 Contact Hours [Pre- or co-requisite: CSTC 100  or ELEC 110  or ELEC 111 ]

1. Perform preventive maintenance on personal computers.
2. Demonstrate safety procedures.
3. Select appropriate tools.
4. Interpret device specifications and manuals.

Goal 2:  Identify fundamental operation of laptops and portable computers.

Goal 3:  Identify fundamental principles of operating systems.

1. Install operating systems.
2. Configure operating systems.
3. Describe the boot process.
4. Describe memory/file management.

Goal 4:  Identify types of printing and scanning methods.

1. Describe laser printer operation.
2. Describe inkjet printer operation.
3. Install print drivers.

Goal 5:  Identify fundamental principles of networks.

1. Install networking hardware.
2. Install Internet browsers.
3. Share files.

Goal 6:  Identify fundamental principles of security.

1. Configure passwords.
2. Install a firewall.
3. Install anti-virus software.
4. Describe wireless security methods.

CSTC 172 - Computer Maintenance II

3 Credit (2 lecture, 2 lab) 4 Contact Hours [CSTC 171 ]

1. Optimize hardware operations.
2. Upgrade hardware/drivers.
3. Use diagnostic tools.
4. Interpret device specifications and manuals.

Goal 2:  Perform preventive maintenance on laptop and portable computers.

Goal 3:  Perform preventive maintenance on operating systems.

1. Resolve common operational problems.
2. Select diagnostic utilities.
3. Implement system recovery methods.

Goal 4:  Troubleshoot printing problems.

1. Perform preventive printer maintenance.
2. Repair printer driver problems.
3. Follow safety guidelines.

Goal 5:  Troubleshoot networking problems.

1. Repair connectivity issues.
2. Optimize network settings.
3. Use diagnostic utilities.

Goal 6:  Configure computer security.

1. Set file permissions.
2. Remove virus infections.
3. Resolve network security issues.

Goal 7:  Demonstrate customer relations.

1. Demonstrate helpdesk techniques.
2. Demonstrate respect for customer’s property.
3. Demonstrate good communication techniques.
4. Document repairs.

CSTC 237 - Network Security

3 Credit (2 lecture, 2 lab) 4 Contact Hours [Pre- or co-requisite: CSTC 127  or CSTC 171 ]

• Virus                                                                                             
• Worms                                                                                             
• Trojan                                                                                             
• Spyware 
• Spam
• Adware
• Rootkits
• Botnets                                                                                                                                

Goal 2:  Implement appropriate measures to establish computer network security.

• Service Packs
• Hotfixes
• Patches
• Group Policies
• Antivirus
• Firewalls
• Antispam

Goal 3:  Identify network design elements subject to security threats.

• TCP/IP Protocol
• Spoofing
• DOS
• Man-in-the-middle
• Weak Passwords
• Backdoors
• Wireless vulnerabilities

Goal 4:  Apply appropriate network tools to facilitate network security.

• DMZ
• VLAN
• NAT
• Subnetting
• Firewalls
• Proxy servers
• Content filters
• Protocol Analyzers

Goal 5:  Apply industry best practices for access control.

• Implicit deny
• Least Privilege
• Group policy
• Password Policy
• Time of day restrictions
• Account expiration
• RADIUS
• CHAP
• Kerberos

Goal 6:  Explain general cryptography methods for wired and wireless networks.

• Key management
• Confidentiality
• Digital certificates
• SSL.TSL
• PPTP
• HTTPS
• L2TP
• IPSEC

Goal 7:  Explain redundancy planning and its components.

• Backups
• RAID
• UPS

Goal 8:  Identify legislation and organizational policies for network security.

• Secure disposal of computers
• Acceptable use policies
• Personal training
• Due care

CSTC 242 - Windows Client Administration

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [CSTC 172 ]

1. Perform a clean install.
2. Upgrade Windows from previous versions.
3. Migrate user profiles.

Goal 2:  Deploy Windows.

1. Capture a system image.
2. Prepare a system image for deployment.
3. Deploy a system image.
4. Configure a Virtual Hard Disk (VHD).

Goal 3:  Manage hardware and applications

1. Configure devices.
2. Configure application compatibility.
3. Administer application restrictions.
4. Manage Internet Explorer.

Goal 4:  Facilitate network connectivity.

1. Configure IPv4 and IPv6 network settings.
2. Manage networking settings.
3. Configure Windows Firewall.
4. Implement remote management.

Goal 5: Configure access to resources.

1. Manage shared resources.
2. Configure file and folder access.
3. Facilitate user account control (UAC).
4. Configure authentication and authorization.
5. Mange BranchCache.

Goal 6:  Manage mobile computing.

1. Configure BitLocker and BitLocker To Go.
2. Manage DirectAccess.
3. Configure mobility options.
4. Facilitate remote connections.

Goal 7:  Monitor and maintain systems that run Windows.

1. Configure Windows updates.
2. Manage disks.
3. Monitor systems.
4. Configure performance settings.

Goal 8:  Configure backup and recovery options.

1. Create and schedule system backups.
2. Configure system recovery options.
3. Manage file recovery options.

CRIM 100 - Introduction to Criminal Justice

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours

1. Outline the prevalence and cost of crime in the United States.
2. Characterize crime and its consequences in United States.
3. Compare the principal crime series and their effectiveness in explaining crime.

Goal 2:  Compare various forms of law.

1. Illustrate the complexity of criminal and civil laws in United States.

Goal 3:  Examine law enforcement.

1. Concatenate the history and structure of American law enforcement.
2. Differentiate the various roles, styles, and functions of policing.
3. Summarizes the ethical issues involved in policing America.

Goal 4:  Examine the court system and the role it plays in the U.S. legal system.

1. Summarizes the roles and responsibilities of the various courts.
2. Generalize sentencing options and their purposes.

Goal 5:  Examine the U.S. corrections system.

1. Classify correctional institutions.
2. Examined prison life and its impact on recidivism.
3. Assist the impact of community corrections.
4. Evaluate the juvenile justice system.

Goal 6:  Predict trends in the future of Criminal Justice.

CRIM 105 - Physical Fitness for Criminal Justice

1. The student will meet the minimum requirements in the vertical jump.
2. The student will meet the minimum requirements in sit-ups. 
3. The student will meet the minimum requirements in push-ups. 
4. The student will meet the minimum requirements in the half-mile shuttle-run. 

CRIM 110 - Introduction to Corrections

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Reading Level 3 ]

1. Concatenate the historical and philosophical development of corrections.
2. Outline the correctional client’s process through the correctional system.
3. Compare the Classical vs. Positive treatment ideologies in corrections.

Goal 2:  Examine the U.S. legal system.

1. Diagram the legal process.
2. Outline the federal criminal justice system.
3. Outline the state criminal justice system.
4. Assess the impact of legislative initiatives on corrections.

Goal 3:  Examine sentencing of criminals.

1. Illustrate sentencing alternatives.
2. Outline probation.
3. Outline parole.
4. Evaluate research data on effectiveness of probation and parole.
5. Compare the rights of prisoners with those of free citizens.

Goal 4:  Examine the U.S. corrections system.

1. Explore the role of the correctional officer.
2. Compare the roles of line officers with those of supervisors.
3. Explain the roles of various support staff.
4. Profile the correctional offender.
5. Evaluate the impact of technology on corrections.
6. Evaluate the impact of professional associations on corrections.
7. Evaluate predictions for the future of corrections.

CRIM 120 - Corrections Institutions/Facilities

1. Become familiar with the different types of institutions, the arguments and issues involving the various classifications of institutions, and the processes which effect the operation of various institutions. The interplay of people should be stressed throughout the course.

CRIM 130 - Criminal Investigation

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours

1. Protect a crime scene.
2. Collect evidence.
3. Interview witnesses and suspects.

Goal 2:  Describe processes used by law enforcement after crime scene investigation.

1. Interrogate suspects.
2. Write reports.
3. Manage investigative activities and resources.
4. Assess crime lab capabilities.
5. Evaluate the admissibility of evidence.
6. Select the appropriate test to request a crime lab to perform on an item of evidence.

Goal 3:  Examine evidence and information.

1. Illustrate the intelligence analytical cycle.

Goal 4:  Describe appropriate external investigative resources for a particular investigation.

1. Outline the investigators responsibilities in a death investigation.
2. Compare the elements of various property and violent crimes.
3. Outline the impact various crimes have on the economy.
4. Summarize the investigators responsibilities in presenting evidence in court.
5. Evaluate the effectiveness of investigators as witnesses in court.
6. Concatenate the evolution of case law important investigation.

Goal 5:  Describe the type of training and experience investigators will need in the future.

CRIM 136 - Communication in Criminal Justice

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours

1. Apply approved booking/intake procedures.
2. Determine how to verify the ID of representatives from other agencies.
3. Classify Inmates.
4. Evaluate suicide risk.
5. Summarize the booking officer’s responsibility in providing rules and regulations.
6. Outline special procedures for handling juveniles.
7. Summarize various release contingencies.

Goal 2:  Examine inmates’ rights.

1. Inventory an inmate’s personal property.
2. Explain an inmate’s constitutional rights.
3. Conduct the three types of inmate searches.

Goal 3:  Examine medical procedures in corrections.

1. Summarize the medical clearance process.
2. Validate medications.

Goal 4:  Demonstrate communication in criminal justice.

1. Write clear complete concise reports.
2. Apply NIC interpersonal communication strategies.
3. Summarize emerging developments in communications technology.

CRIM 210 - American Criminal Law

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Reading Level 3 ]

1. Depict the essential elements of any crime.
2. Explain criminal liability.
3. Assess criminal responsibility and the capacity to commit crime.
4. Evaluate criminal defenses.

Goal 2:  Describe and explain the three components of the criminal justice system.

1. Evaluate the various issues in law enforcement and police behavior.
2. Illustrate the balance of Constitutional rights with the maintenance of public order.

Goal 3:  Differentiate various crimes against persons.

1. Define crimes against persons.
2. Explain crimes against persons.

Goal 4:  Differentiate various crimes against property.

1. Define crimes against persons.
2. Explain crimes against persons.

Goal 5:  Examine Sex crimes.

1. Describe types of sex crimes.
2. Describe impact of sex crimes on victims.

Goal 6:  Examine emerging crimes.

Goal 7:  Conduct legal research.

1. Prepare legal briefs.

CRIM 230 - Juvenile Delinquency

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Reading Level 3 ]

1. Identify major points outlined in the President’s Commission Report regarding juvenile delinquency published in 1967.
2. Provide a working definition of juvenile delinquency.

Goal 2:  Social Deviance

1. Describe the organization of modern day society and methods of social control.
2. Discuss the impact of culture in expected human behavior.
3. Discuss the parameters of deviant behavior and list the major classifications of deviant behavior.

Goal 3:  Theories of Delinquency Causation

1. Discuss three main theories of criminality from the sociological field.
2. Discuss three main theories of criminality from the psychological field.
3. Be able to write a comparative essay of the advantages and disadvantages of sociological vs. psychological theories of delinquency causation.

Goal 4:  The Adolescent

1. Describe the normal stages of childhood development
2. Describe the normal adolescent
3. Discuss the struggle of dependence vs. independence in the growing adolescent.
4. Describe the characteristics of the typical delinquent adolescent.

CRIM 250 - Client Relations in Corrections

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Reading Level 3 ]

1. Define culture.
2. Illustrate the interaction of culture and environment.

Goal 2:  Explore discrimination.

1. Evaluate the social implication of discrimination.
2. Assess the psychological impact of discrimination.
3. Identify the various minorities represented in Michigan.
4. Outline affirmative action laws.

Goal 3:  Explain how experience impacts on attitude formation.

1. Identify how the media impacts on attitude formation.
2. Explain how self-perception concepts relate to the correctional setting.
3. Differentiate between group and peer perceptions and how it relates to offenders.

Goal 4:  Discuss the uniqueness of individuals and its impact on human relations.

1. Contrast, and explain the various professional responses to human behavior.
2. Illustrate how human variables impact diplomacy, negotiations.
3. Specify proper use of authority.
4. Demonstrate skill in identifying and reducing conflict.

CRIM 260 - Client Growth and Development

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Reading Level 3 ]

1. Define law.
2. Define society.
3. Define culture.
4. Define mores.
5. Define tradition.

Goal 2:  Assess the impact of early environments on behavior.

1. Describe human need for love and affection.
2. Explain impact of sensory deprivation.
3. Identify typical benchmark events in human development.
4. Explain findings of research done with twins raised in different environments.

Goal 3:  Determine the influence of biological factors on behavior.

1. Discuss the “nature vs. nurture” controversy of behavior.
2. Identify psychological disorders known to have hereditary or biological origins.
3. List known psychogenic drugs and describe their impact on behavior.
4. List common street drugs and describe their impact on behavior.
5. Describe the effects of alcohol on behavior.
6. Describe the effects of drugs and alcohol on fetal development.

Goal 4:  Determine the role of environment on behavior.

1. Define anomie
2. Define differential association.
3. Describe the influence of peer pressure and labeling.
4. Analyze social roles and personality.

Goal 5:  Generalize criminal lifestyles.

1. Define criminogenic.
2. Define victimless crime.

Goal 6:  Evaluate the role family has on behavior.

1. Describe effects of divorce and single parent families on behavior.
2. Compare large family with small family behavior patterns.

Goal 7:  Summarize human development of juvenile and young adult offenders.

1. Define selective enforcement.
2. Describe the treatment model employed by the Juvenile Justice system.
3. Describe the various treatment alternatives available to juvenile authorities and Probate Judges.
4. Describe the three basic stages of development.
5. Discuss role ambiguity.
6. Explain the influence of gender on young adult development.
7. Describe the interaction of physical appearance on self-concept and behavior.
8. Describe typical coping mechanisms of young adults.
9. Explain how some coping mechanisms can develop into criminal behavior.

Goal 8:  Diagnose specific problems related to the offender.

1. Define long-term gratification.
2. Define short-term gratification.
3. Explain how inability to achieve goals leads to criminal behavior.
4. Categorize classical ego defense mechanisms.
5. Determine the role substance abuse has on criminal behavior.
6. Outline specific medical problems that relate to offenders.

Goal 9:  Explain specific sexual problems that relate to offenders.

1. Describe long-term effects of child abuse.
2. Describe various links between sex and violence.

Goal 10:  Specify medical disorders that relate to offenders.

1. Determine the influence of psychological/psychotic factors on behavior.
2. Determine the influence of social disorder factors on behavior.
3. Determine the influence of dangerous factors on behavior.
4. Determine the influence of labeling concerns on behavior.

Goal 11:  Assess suicide risk.

1. Define suicide gesture.
2. Describe the profile of a typical suicide.
3. Formulate suicide prevention strategies.

Goal 12:  Compare the costs of institutionalization to other intervention options.

1. Describe costs to the government.
2. Describe costs to the society.
3. Describe costs to the offender.

Goal 13:  Examine key issues in client growth and development.

1. Compare U.S. sentencing policies with those of other nations.
2. Evaluate treatment and control community alternatives to institutionalization.
3. Appraise the training problems associated with preparing people to work with offenders.
4. Compare the benefits of institutionalization to other intervention options.

DART 101 - Introduction to Digital Arts as a Medium

2 Credit (2 lecture, 0 lab) 2 Contact Hours

1. Discuss how advertising effects individuals.
2. Discuss how advertising effects society.
3. Describe the evolution of the digital age.
4. Discuss color theory.
5. Discuss the elements and principles of design.

Goal 2:  Evaluate own artistic ideals.

1. Appraise digital images.
2. Compare artistic ideals with others.
3. Explain personal aesthetic values.

Goal 3:  Examine how digital arts are used as a form of communication.

1. Compare various types of digital media.
2. Identify messages within digital media.
3. Describe the process for creating a message within digital media.

DART 110 - Photographic Foundations I

3 Credit (1 lecture, 2 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Pre- or co-requisite: DART 101 ]

1. Describe intent of artwork.
2. Describe how aesthetics impact intent of artwork.

Goal 2:  Understand basic tools of digital photography.

1. Explain basic functions of digital cameras.
2. Identify digital lighting sources.
3. Explain RAW capture functions.
4. Select appropriate lens.
5. Discuss white balance.

Goal 3:  Apply basic techniques of digital photography.

1. Choose ISO.
2. Apply best angle.
3. Choose aperture settings.
4. Employ lighting to match ISO and aperture settings.
5. Employ white balance.
6. Apply focusing techniques.

Goal 4:  Apply photo editing software.

1. Describe basic functions of photo editing software.
2. Employ basic functions of photo editing software.
3. Describe basic photo correction techniques.
4. Apply basic photo correction techniques.

Goal 5:  Examine critical issues in contemporary commercial photography.

1. Identify critical issues in contemporary commercial photography.
2. Discuss critical issues in contemporary commercial photography.

DART 120 - Commercial Design I

3 Credit (1 lecture, 2 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Pre- or co-requisite: DART 101 ]

1. Compare artistic styles throughout history.
2. Identify attributes of graphic design that are still in use today.
3. Identify changing consumer needs.
4. Describe intent of artwork.
5. Describe how aesthetics impact intent of artwork.
6. Evaluate historical marketing campaigns.
7. Evaluate current marketing campaigns.

Goal 2:  Understand Elements and Principals of Design.

1. Identify basic concepts of design.
2. Explain basic concepts of design.
3. Apply concepts to own artwork.

Goal 3:  Analyze graphic typography.

1. Identify types of fonts.
2. Evaluate strength of font to graphic.
3. Evaluate strength of font to company image.
4. Evaluate strength of font to message.

Goal 4:  Apply basic design software.

1. Describe basic functions of design software.
2. Employ basic functions of design software.
3. Describe design software tools and functions.
4. Apply design software tools and functions.

Goal 5:  Evaluate own artistic ideals.

1. Appraise graphic works of art.
2. Compare artistic ideals with others.
3. Explain personal aesthetic values.

DART 130 - Digital Imaging

3 Credit (1 lecture, 2 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Pre- or co-requisite: DART 110 ]

1. Compare file formats.
2. Apply appropriate file formatting for the project.
3. Employ basic software functions.
4. Apply image editing software tools.

Goal 2:  Understand Elements and Principals of Design.

1. Identify basic concepts of design.
2. Explain basic concepts of design.
3. Apply concepts to own artwork.

Goal 3:  Analyze Digital Images.

1. Identify artistic intent.
2. Compare intent to individual perception.
3. Create new image to match original intent.
4. Manipulate image to appeal to a target market.

Goal 4:  Apply image editing software.

1. Apply tonal corrections.
2. Apply layer masks.
3. Apply image restoration techniques.
4. Apply transform functions.
5. Apply lens corrections.

DART 210 - Photographic Foundations II

3 Credit (1 lecture, 2 lab) 3 Contact Hours [DART 110 ]

1. Describe intent of artwork.
2. Describe how aesthetics impact intent of artwork.

Goal 2:  Understand advanced tools of digital photography.

1. Explain advanced functions of digital cameras.
2. Employ digital lighting.
3. Implement RAW capture functions.
4. Select appropriate lens.
5. Apply white balance for desired effect.

Goal 3:  Apply advanced techniques of digital photography.

1. Choose ISO to achieve various effects.
2. Explore angles to achieve various effects.
3. Choose aperture settings to achieve various effects.
4. Employ lighting to match desired outcome.
5. Apply advanced focusing techniques.

Goal 4:  Apply photo editing software.

1. Describe advanced functions of photo editing software.
2. Apply tonal corrections.
3. Apply layer masks.
4. Apply image restoration techniques.
5. Apply transform functions.
6. Apply lens corrections.

Goal 5:  Examine critical issues in contemporary commercial photography.

1. Identify critical issues in contemporary commercial photography.
2. Discuss critical issues in contemporary commercial photography.

DART 220 - Commercial Design II

3 Credit (1 lecture, 2 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Prerequisite: DART 120 ][Pre- or co-requisite: MRKT 233 ]

1. Compare artistic styles throughout history.
2. Identify attributes of graphic design that are still in use today.
3. Identify changing consumer needs.
4. Describe intent of artwork.
5. Describe how aesthetics impact intent of artwork.
6. Evaluate historical marketing campaigns.
7. Evaluate current marketing campaigns.

Goal 2:  Analyze Elements and Principles of Design.

1. Identify advanced concepts of design.
2. Explain advanced concepts of design.
3. Apply advanced concepts to own artwork.

Goal 3:  Create graphic typography.

1. Identify existing font types.
2. Create two-dimensional rendering of alphabet.
3. Scan rendering into computer.
4. Use software to create new font type.

Goal 4:  Apply advanced techniques of design software.

1. Describe advanced functions of design software.
2. Use pen tools.
3. Use image trace.
4. Use live trace.
5. Use shape tools.

Goal 5:  Evaluate own artistic ideals.

1. Appraise graphic works of art.
2. Compare artistic ideals with others.
3. Explain personal aesthetic values.

DART 250 - Studio Photography

3 Credit (1 lecture, 2 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Pre- or co-requisite: DART 210 ]

1. Analyze proportions.
2. Apply proper placement of still-life objects.
3. Analyze existing lighting.
4. Determine proper camera placement.

Goal 2:  Implement advanced tools of digital photography.

1. Use advanced functions of digital cameras.
2. Employ digital lighting.
3. Implement RAW capture functions.
4. Select appropriate lens.
5. Apply white balance for desired effect.

Goal 3:  Apply advanced techniques of digital photography.

1. Choose ISO to achieve various effects.
2. Explore angles to achieve various effects.
3. Choose aperture settings to achieve various effects.
4. Employ lighting to match desired outcome.
5. Apply advanced focusing techniques.

Goal 4:  Apply photo editing software.

1. Describe advanced functions of photo editing software.
2. Apply tonal corrections.
3. Apply layer masks.
4. Apply transform functions.
5. Apply crop tools.
6. Apply filters.
7. Apply paths.

Goal 5:  Examine critical issues in contemporary studio photography.

1. Identify critical issues in contemporary studio photography.
2. Discuss critical issues in contemporary studio photography.

DART 270 - Architectural Photography

3 Credit (1 lecture, 2 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Pre- or co-requisite: DART 210 ]

1. Analyze proportions
2. Compare angles
3. Analyze architectural features
4. Analyze existing lighting
5. Determine proper camera placement
6. Match exterior and interior lighting sources
7. Evaluate overall composition

Goal 2:  Implement advanced tools of digital photography

1. Use advanced functions of digital cameras
2. Employ digital lighting
3. Implement RAW capture functions
4. Select appropriate lens
5. Apply white balance for desired effect

Goal 3:  Apply advanced techniques of digital photography

1. Choose ISO to achieve various effects
2. Explore angles to achieve various effects
3. Choose aperture settings to achieve various effects
4. Employ lighting to match desired outcome
5. Apply advanced focusing techniques

Goal 4:  Apply photo editing software

1. Describe advanced functions of photo editing software
2. Apply tonal corrections
3. Apply layer masks
4. Apply transform functions
5. Apply crop tools
6. Apply filters
7. Apply paths

Goal 5:  Examine critical issues in contemporary studio photography

1. Identify critical issues in contemporary architectural photography
2. Discuss critical issues in contemporary architectural photography

DART 280 - Digital Arts as a Business

3 Credit (1 lecture, 2 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Pre- or co-requisites: DART 250 , DART 270  and MGMT 235 ]

1. Critique elements of student portfolio
2. Select works for professional portfolio
3. Rework elements for professional portfolio
4. Create categories within professional portfolio
5. Present portfolio for critique

Goal 2:  Explore digital Arts as a business

1. Examine the concept of residuals
2. Examine the concept of self-promotion
3. Create a fee schedule
4. Analyze studio spaces
5. Create studio layout
6. Create an equipment list
7. Improve personal branding
8. Develop a professional website
9. Examine fields of commercial photography

ECDV 110 - Child Development: Infants & Toddlers

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [PSYC 120 ]

1. Articulate what developmentally appropriate practice is and how it is determined
2. Summarize key historical theorists and researchers in the field of child development
3. Identify modern theoretical perspectives on child development
4. Compare different types of study design and what can be learned from them
5. Summarize assessment approaches used to document child development and behaviors

Goal 2:  Demonstrate understanding of factors that can impact the health and early development of infants including family factors, prenatal care, issues during prenatal development, the birth process, and the impact of birth upon the existing family.

1. Explain family factors that predict infant health and development
2. Summarize basic concepts of inheritance and genetic/chromosomal abnormalities
3. Articulate the primary developmental processes in each stage of prenatal development
4. Summarize factors that can cause harm to the developing embryo/fetus
5. Identify primary events and risk factors related to human birthing process
6. Articulate the type of impact an infant’s arrival can make upon existing family members

Goal 3:  Demonstrate an understanding of physical, emotional, and social development during infancy.

1. Explain how early experiences help to shape the neural connectivity and function of the brain
2. Summarize normative physical development and factors that can aid or hinder healthy physical development
3. Articulate the impact and regulation of stress upon the infant brain and emotional system
4. Summarize primary theories related to infant social and emotional development
5. Articulate the impact of early interactions upon infant social and emotional development
6. Describe normal and abnormal patterns of early social and emotional development

Goal 4:  Demonstrate an understanding of cognitive and language development during infancy and physical/perceptual development of toddlers.

1. Summarize the primary theories related to infant cognitive development
2. Explain the processes of normative patterns of language development in infancy
3. Summarize normative physical development patterns of toddlerhood
4. Articulate factors related to the development of self-awareness and self-care skills
5. Explain health risks faced by toddlers and best strategies to maintain healthy physical development

Goal 5:  Demonstrate an understanding of emotional, social, cognitive and language development in toddlers

1. Describe normative development of toddler self-awareness and factors related to self-regulation of emotion
2. Explain the development of moral perceptions and behaviors in toddlers
3. Describe normative patterns of peer interactions during toddlerhood
4. Articulate normative cognitive abilities and limitations expected in toddlers
5. Describe normative patterns of language development
6. Explain the development of literacy awareness during toddlerhood

Goal 6:  Apply course concepts regarding optimal care techniques and normative development to a real-world context.

1. Conduct observations of actual child care services
2. Demonstrate the ability to apply content from the course to the real-world observations that have been conducted.

ECDV 120 - Child Development: Preschool/School Age

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Pre- or co-requisite: ECDV 110 ]

1. Articulate what developmentally appropriate practice is and how it is determined
2. Summarize key historical theorists and researchers in the field of child development
3. Identify modern theoretical perspectives on child development
4. Articulate methodology to help incorporate and promote diversity within the classroom

Goal 2:  Demonstrate an understanding of normative physical, perceptual, emotional, and social development for preschool children.

1. Summarize primary physical changes and normative patterns of physical development during preschool
2. Identify primary factors related to health and safety of preschool children
3. Explain main theories related to emotional development during preschool
4. Describe the primary emotional developmental challenges faced by preschoolers
5. Explain normative patterns of social development and interactions expected for preschool age children

Goal 3:  Demonstrate an understanding of behavior management techniques and normative moral, social, cognitive, and language development of preschool children.

1. Identify normative development of moral cognition and behaviors
2. Summarize different parenting and discipline techniques
3. Articulate the primary concepts and components of operant conditioning
4. Explain how operant conditioning can be applied to manage behaviors
5. Summarize normative cognitive and language abilities during this age
6. Identify normative patterns of literacy and writing development

Goal 4:  Demonstrate an understanding of normative physical and perceptual development of early school age children, types and signs of child abuse, and the responsibility of being a mandated reporter.

1. Summarize normative physical and perceptual abilities between ages five and nine
2. Explain normative patterns of peer relationships and gender awareness during between ages five and nine
3. Identify healthy nutritional and exercise patterns for children between the ages of five and nine
4. Summarize different types and indicators of child abuse and maltreatment
5. Articulate the responsibilities and processes related to being a mandated reporter of child abuse and neglect

Goal 5:  Demonstrate an understanding of normative emotional, social, cognitive, language, and literacy development during the early school age years.

1. Summarize the primary theoretical approaches used to explain emotional and moral development between ages five and nine
2. Articulate normative patterns of peer interactions and gender awareness between ages five and nine
3. Explain normative and non-normative expectations of attention and cognitive ability between ages five and nine
4. Summarize expected normative language abilities for children between the ages of five and nine
5. Identify different approaches to literacy instruction and factors that impact the development of literacy

Goal 6:  Apply course concepts regarding optimal care techniques and normative development to a real-world context.

1. Conduct observations of actual child care services
2. Demonstrate the ability to apply content from the course to the real-world observations that have been conducted.

ECDV 131 - Infant/Toddler Curriculum

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Pre- or co-requisite: ECDV 110 ]

1. Describe normative social development for children under age three
2. Explain normative emotional development for children under age three
3. Articulate expected trajectory of physical development for children from birth to three
4. Describe anticipated cognitive abilities for children between birth and three
5. Explain typically developing language patterns between birth and three

Goal 2:  Demonstrate understanding of the tools and preparation needed for effective care, building of secure attachment relationships, and guiding behaviors.

1. Describe traits and behaviors required for effective, positive caregiving.
2. Articulate the processes underlying formation of secure, healthy attachments
3. Explain the three “A’s” of attachment and how they contribute to the development of attachment
4. Summarize methods to build effective relationships and guide behaviors

Goal 3:  Demonstrate understanding of components involved in the creation of an effective, positive learning environment.

1. Describe characteristics of effective adult communication strategies and how they impact the formation of relationships between families and caregivers
2. Summarize appropriate design elements of an indoor and outdoor learning environment
3. Explain the foundational elements that must be incorporated as part of effective curriculum design

Goal 4:  Demonstrate understanding of learning needs of children at different stages of development.

1. Articulate signs of developmental delays or concerns in each of the primary developmental realms.
2. Explain effective curriculum design for children aged birth to twelve months
3. Describe effective curriculum design for children aged twelve to twenty-four months
4. Describe effective curriculum design for children aged twenty-four to thirty-six months
5. Summarize key components of effective curriculum design for children aged birth to thirty-six months

Goal 5:  Demonstrate the ability to apply course content to real life situations

1. Incorporate course content into observation evaluations
2. Identify positive and negative caregiver behaviors in a real-world context

ECDV 135 - Preschool Curriculum

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [ECDV 120 ]

1. Articulate the key concepts of developmentally appropriate practice and how it is applied in the classroom setting
2. Explain strategies for effective teaching and learning in developmentally appropriate classrooms

Goal 2:  Demonstrate understanding of components involved in the creation of an effective preschool learning environment.

1. Explain factors related to the design of effective small and large group time instruction
2. Summarize components of effective physical design of a learning space
3. Describe effective child guidance techniques
4. Explain different approaches to assessment and observation
5. Describe the importance of family engagement in the early learning environment

Goal 3:  Demonstrate understanding of the incorporation of cognitive, aesthetic, affective, physical, language, and social domains in curriculum design.

1. Articulate the differences between the different types of domains
2. Explain what types of activities can be used to support development within each of the domains
3. Describe interactions that help foster growth within each of the domains

Goal 4:  Demonstrate the ability to apply course content to real life situations.

1. Incorporate course content into observation evaluations
2. Identify positive and negative caregiver behaviors in a real-world context

ECDV 150 - Administration of Early Childhood Programs

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [ECDV 120 ]

1. Articulate the duties of a program director in the areas of administration, leadership, management, and ethical conduct. 
2. Explain strategies for effective communication, delegation, organization as a program director.
3. Identify the elements of efficient program planning.
4. Describe the importance of professional development to the role of program director.

Goal 2:  Demonstrate understanding of the importance of diversity in early childhood programming.

1. Explain the role of diversity in early childhood programming.
2. Summarize components of diverse early childhood programming.
3. Describe effective implementation of diversity in early childhood programming.

Goal 3:  Demonstrate understanding of the different types of early childhood programs.

1. Articulate the differences between the different types of early childhood programs.
2. Describe the role of program administrator in different types of early childhood programs.

Goal 4:  Demonstrate an understanding of all aspects of program planning.

1. Summarize primary components of overall program planning including program goals, curriculum, assessment, and program policies/procedures.
2. Articulate understanding of developmentally appropriate programming for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-age children, and adaptations within each program for special needs.
3. Explain the role and structure of family childcare.

Goal 5:  Demonstrate an understanding of the elements of staff administration

1. Describe the process of staffing including recruitment, application, selection, turnover, and retention.
2. Articulate the importance of personnel policies, staff supervision, training, and stress management techniques.
3. Explain how facilitate effective meetings.

Goal 6:  Demonstrate an understanding of the components of program management.

1. Explain the process of budgeting in early childhood programs.
2. Describe the elements of food service for children including purchase, preparation, and food safety.
3. Identify the importance of physical activity as part of early childhood program management.
4. Understand the elements of creating a safe and healthy learning environment.

ECDV 160 - Children with Special Needs

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [ECDV 120  or PSYC 221 ]

1. Articulate the purposes of and laws related to special education programming
2. Summarize factors involved in the creation of special education programming
3. Discuss cultural and communication issues related to forming care relationships with families of special education students

Goal 2:  Demonstrate an understanding of intellectual, learning, and emotional/behavioral disorders

1. Summarize primary diagnostic or descriptive characteristics of intellectual, learning, and emotional/behavioral disorders
2. Articulate current understanding of causal factors related to intellectual, learning, and emotional/behavioral disorder
3. Explain how the field of education approaches the management and accommodation of intellectual, learning, and emotional/behavioral disorders

Goal 3:  Demonstrate an understanding of autism spectrum and communication disorders

1. Summarize primary diagnostic or descriptive characteristics of autism spectrum and communication disorders
2. Articulate current understanding of causal factors related to autism spectrum and communication disorders
3. Explain how the field of education approaches the management and accommodation of autism spectrum and communication disorders

Goal 4:  Demonstrate an understanding of disabilities related to physical impairments (i.e., vision, hearing, motor ability), health, or attentional issues.

1. Summarize primary diagnostic or descriptive characteristics of children experiencing physical, health, or attentional impairments
2. Articulate current understanding of causal factors related to physical, health, or attentional impairments
3. Explain how the field of education approaches the management and accommodation of physical, health, or attentional impairments.

Goal 5:  Demonstrate an understanding of low-incidence disabilities (i.e., severe or multiple disabilities) and gifted/talented abilities

1. Summarize primary diagnostic or descriptive characteristics of gifted/talented children and children with rare or severe disabilities
2. Articulate current understanding of causal factors related to children with rare or severe disabilities and children who are gifted/talented
3. Explain how the field of education approaches the management and accommodation of children with rare or severe disabilities and gifted/talented children

Goal 6:  Demonstrate an understanding of the unique factors associated with special education programming in terms of early childhood and transitioning to adulthood.

1. Explain the importance of early intervention
2. Discuss service delivery alternatives for early intervention
3. Describe the transition process for recipients of special education services after reaching the maximum age for educational services.
4. Identify educational and employment opportunities for adults transitioning out of special education programs.

ECDV 200 - CDA: The Credentialing Process

1 Credit (1 lecture, 0 lab) 1 Contact Hours [ECDV 120 ]

1. Explain the required prerequisites for the CDA credentialing process
2. Compare the required training/education areas
3. Explain the criteria needed in Michigan to direct or teach a preschool program
4. Explain the roles of candidate, advisor, and the Council for Professional Recognition in the CDA credentialing process

Goal 2:  Compile and document relevant experience and training needed for the CDA

1. Write required competency statements and educational philosophy
2. Summarize and organize documentation of relevant training hours
3. Gather resource collection and assemble portfolio

ECON 215 - Principles of Macroeconomics

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Reading Level 3  and Math Level 3 ]

1. Students will be able to employ supply and demand to model basic economic interactions.
2. Students will be able to employ Opportunity Cost and Marginal Analysis to analyze basic economic decisions.

Goal 2:  Students will master basic Macroeconomic Analysis.

1. Students will be able to differentiate Keynesian, Classical/Neoclassical, Supply Side, and Monetarist schools of economics.
2. Students will be able to convey the role of fiscal policy in controlling national economy.
3. Students will be able to convey the role of the Federal Reserve System in controlling the national economy.
4. Students will be able to model at a basic level, fundamental macro-economic problems and likely solutions in accordance with different schools of economic thought.

ECON 216 - Principles of Microeconomics

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [ECON 215 ]

1. Students will be able to:  model supply and demand at a more sophisticated level than ECON215.
2. Students will be able to:  describe and explain consumer behavior with regard to a variety of decisions, i.e. elasticity of demand, income elasticity, utility theory, and indifference curves.
3. Students will be able to:  model business decisions with regard to input/output at a basic level, including derivation of appropriate cost curves, Iso cost and Iso quant curves.
4. Students will be able to:  discriminate among contemporary markets structures including: monopoly, monopolistic competition, oligopoly and perfect competition.

Goal 2:  Mastery of Fundamentals of International Trade.

1. Students will be able to:  explain tariffs, quotas, and subsidies and their effects on international trade.
2. Students will be able to:  explain concepts of comparative and absolute advantage, specialization, and gains from trade.
3. Students will be able to:  model foreign exchange of currency at a basic level, noting effects of domestic policies, arbitrage, and economic policies of foreign governments.

EDUC 100 - Introduction to Teaching

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Reading Level 3  and Writing Level 3 ]

 Course Goals; Objectives; Competencies
Goal 1:  The student will analyze his/her disposition as it relates to becoming an effective educator.

1. Differentiate between professional knowledge, skills, and dispositions.
2. Examine the three-part definition of professional disposition as it is used in the field of education.
3. Examine the range of requisite professional knowledge, skills, and dispositions of an effective educator.
4. Reflect upon the precepts of professionalism in the context of teaching.
5. Self-assess the student’s current behaviors against standards of professionalism.
6. Recall the dispositions displayed by previous teachers who positively influenced the learner and speculate as to the underlying values, attitudes, and beliefs of those teachers.
7. Evaluate his or her professional behaviors, skills, and dispositions to discern his or her readiness to enter the teacher education program and his or her “fit” within the teaching profession.

Goal 2:  The student will describe the requirements necessary to be a teacher.

1. Locate state-mandated teacher certification requirements.
2. Develop familiarity with his or her teacher preparation program’s conceptual framework and program-related resources.
3. Develop familiarity with the student’s School or College of Education’s specific expectations for teacher education candidates.
4. Ascertain program completion requirements at his or her teacher preparation institution.
5. Compose a program completion plan with his or her teacher preparation institution.
6. Summarize continuing education requirements to maintain certification.

Goal 3:  The student will demonstrate the skills of collaboration necessary to be an effective teacher.

1. Practice and refine oral communication skills on education-related topics.
2. Practice and refine effective nonverbal communication.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the term teacher presence in context of the field of education.
4. Develop self-awareness of physical mannerisms while standing and seated.
5. Explain the difference between listening and hearing.
6. Develop an understating of the terms active listening, empathy, and personal space as they are used in the field of education.
7. Develop self-awareness of nonverbal and verbal behaviors while working with others.
8. Practice and refine active listening skills.
9. Demonstrate empathy.
10. Demonstrate appropriate use of personal space.
11. Develop an understanding of the term collaboration as it is used in the field of education.
12. Develop self-awareness of personal behaviors while in collaborative group settings.
13. Practice and refine collaboration skills in an educational context such as active listening, rapport-building, perceptiveness, sensitivity, and posture.

Goal 4:  The student will demonstrate reading and writing skills necessary to be an effective teacher.

1. Practice and refine writing skills on education-related topics.
2. Compose an educator’s resume.
3. Practice and refine oral reading fluency.
4. Reflect upon self-assessment and peer assessment of practice performances.

Goal 5:  The student will demonstrate critical thinking ability.

1. Refine critical thinking skills by focusing upon clarity, organization, logic, and focus.
2. Employ critical thinking skills when solving problems deemed ethical or moral dilemmas.
3. Identify and explain the term logical fallacy.
4. Identify, explain, and locate example of logical fallacies.
5. Identify and analyze arguments in blogs, editorials, news articles, or other forms of public discourse.

Goal 6:  The student will demonstrate an awareness of the teacher’s role as a leader in                        

1. the field of education.
2. Develop an understanding of the terms adaptive capacity, crucible, and consensus as used in the field of education.
3. Identify and explain the four central competencies of effective leadership.
4. Reflect upon previous experiences that relate to the four central competencies of effective leadership.
5. Self-assess proficiency in the four central competencies of effective leadership.
6. Reflect upon the effect of their professional decisions and actions on students and others in the learning community.
7. Practice and refine leadership skills when discussing ethical dilemmas.

Goal 7:  The student will demonstrate an awareness of diversity in an educational context.

Goal 8:  The student will articulate an awareness of critical issues facing teachers in American education.

1. Describe a teacher’s code of ethics.
2. Explain teachers’ legal rights.
3. Explain students’ legal rights.
4. Explain parents’ legal rights.
5. Summarize teachers’ legal responsibilities.
6. Examine issues in the legal rights of schools.

ELEC 110 - Electronic Circuit Analysis

3 Credit (0 Lecture, 3 lab) 3 Contact Hours  [Math Level 3  or INDS 122 ]

Also introduced in this class is Electric Relay Control and relay logic control circuits used in industrial applications. Ladder Diagrams are explained and learners connect, operate, and design a ladder diagram using one or more logic elements. Additional concepts include sequencing control, including relay operation, relay application, limit switch operation and application; and timers and advanced systems including time-delay relays, multiple cylinder control, and machine modes of operation.
OFFERED: fall and spring semesters

Course Goals; Objectives; Competencies
Goal 1:  Become familiar with basic electrical circuits.

1. Use an AC tester to check a wall outlet for electricity.
2. Connect and operate a power supply.
3. Connect and operate a circuit using three types of manual switches.
4. Connect and operate an electrical with a resistor.
5. Connect and operate an electrical with a buzzer.
6. Connect and operate an electrical with a solenoid.
7. Connect and operate an electrical with a motor.

Goal 2:  Measure various electrical quantities.

1. Use an analog voltmeter to measure the voltage at a point referenced to ground.
2. Use a DMM to Measure the Voltage of a Point Referenced to Ground.
3. Use a DMM to Measure Voltage Drops in Series and Parallel Circuits.
4. Use a DMM to Measure the Electrical Current.
5. Use a DMM to Measure Current in Series and Parallel Circuits.
6. Use a DMM to Measure the Resistance of a Component.
7. Measure the Resistance in Series and Parallel Circuits.
8. Test the Continuity of Wires Using a DMM.

Goal 3:  Analyze circuits.

1. Calculate Series Resistance Given Each Load’s Resistance.
2. Use Ohm’s Law to Calculate Voltage, Current, and Resistance in a Series Circuit.
3. Calculate the Total Power Used by a Series Circuit.
4. Calculate the Main Line Current in a Parallel Circuit.
5. Calculate the Total Parallel Resistance.
6. Calculate the Total Power Used in a Parallel Circuit.
7. Operate a Circuit Using a Fuse.
8. Test and Replace a Fuse.
9. Operate a Circuit Using a Circuit Breaker.
10. Test and Reset a Circuit Breaker.

Goal 4:  Calculate inductance and capacitance.

1. Connect and Operate a Relay in a Circuit.
2. Calculate the Total Load on an AC Circuit with Inductors.
3. Discharge a Capacitor.
4. Test a Capacitor with a DMM.
5. Measure the Voltage across a Charged Capacitor.
6. Calculate the Total Load on an AC Circuit with Capacitors.
7. Calculate the Time to Charge and Discharge a Capacitor

Goal 5:  Combine circuits with various loads.

1. Trace the Current Path in a Combination Circuit.
2. Solve a Combination Circuit. 
3. Connect and Operate a Basic Lighting Circuit.
4. Connect and Operate a Ceiling Fan Circuit.
5. Connect and Operate a Rheostat as a Light Dimmer.
6. Design a Voltage Divider Network.
7. Connect and Operate a Voltage Divider Network.
8. Locate a Short Circuit.
9. Locate an Open Circuit.

Goal 6:  Manipulate transformers used in various applications.

1. Connect and Operate a Transformer.
2. Calculate the Secondary Coil Voltage of a Transformer.
3. Troubleshoot a Transformer by Measuring Continuity.
4. Size a Transformer.
5. Calculate the Current Load on a Transformer.
6. Design a Control Transformer Circuit to Provide a Given Output Voltage.

Goal 7:  Use various Control Logic circuits.

1. Connect and Operate an AND Logic Control Circuit.
2. Connect and Operate an OR Logic Control Circuit.
3. Connect and Operate a NOT Logic Control Circuit.
4. Connect and Operate a NOR Logic Control Circuit.
5. Connect and Operate a NAND Logic Control Circuit.
6. Read and Interpret the Operation of a Circuit Given a Ladder Diagram.
7. Connect and Operate a Logic Circuit Given a Ladder Diagram.
8. Design a Ladder Diagram Using One or More Logic Elements.
9. Connect and Operate a Circuit Using a Solenoid Valve Given a Ladder Diagram.
10. Design a Control Circuit in a Ladder Diagram Format to Operate a Solenoid Valve.

Goal 8:  Use Sequencing Control in electronic systems.

1. Read and Interpret a Basic Ladder Diagram with Detached Symbology.
2. Connect and Operate a Relay to Energize a Fluid Power Solenoid.
3. Design a Logic Circuit that Uses a Relay.
4. Connect and Operate a Relay to Perform a Seal-In Function.
5. Connect and Operate an Event Sequencing Circuit Given a Ladder Diagram.
6. Design a Logic Circuit That Uses a Limit Switch to Sequence an Event.
7. Connect and Operate a Single-Cycle Cylinder Reciprocation Circuit.
8. Connect and Operate a Continuous-Cycle Cylinder Reciprocation Circuit.
9. Design a Continuous-Cycle Cylinder Reciprocation Circuit with a Safety Interlock.

Goal 9:  Use timers and advanced systems in electronics.

1. Connect and Operate a Control Circuit with a Timer Relay.
2. Design a Time-Driven Traffic Light Circuit.
3. Connect and Operate a Control Circuit to Perform an Unloaded Start of a Motor.
4. Design a Control Circuit to Perform a Cylinder Dwell.
5. Design a Control Circuit to Perform Time-Driven Sequencing.
6. Design a Dual Cylinder Sequence Circuit Using One Limit Switch.
7. Connect and Operate a Dual-Cylinder Control Circuit Using Two Limit Switches.
8. Design a Continuous-Cycle Multiple-Cylinder Circuit.
9. Connect and Operate a Circuit Having Both Automatic and Manual Modes of Operation.
10. Connect and Operate a Control Circuit to Simulate a Two-Pushbutton Jog Circuit.
11. Connect and Operate a Two-Pushbutton Jog Circuit That Will Jog Two Cylinders Independently.
12. Design a Continuous-Cycle, Synchronized Cylinder Circuit with a Manual Mode.

Goal 10:  Compare uses of AC and DC Considerations and Measurements.

1. Differentiate AC and DC voltages.
2. Explore optimum applications for AC and DC power.
3. Operate AC measuring and test equipment.
4. Explore AC as it applies to the electromagnetic Spectrum.

ELEC 175 - Industrial Networking

2 Credit (1 lecture, 1 lab) 2 Contact Hours [Pre- or co-requisite: ELEC 253 ]

Goal 2:   Implement wired, optical and wireless network connections.

Goal 3:  Compare various network components including: · Servers · Clients · Routers · Switches · Firewalls

Goal 4:  Compare network protocols including: TCP/IP IPv6 Ethernet/IP Profinet Profibus Modbus DeviceNet

Goal 5:  Configure an industrial network system using industrial automation components and a managed switch.

Goal 6:  Prepare an industrial network implementation for various scenarios by appropriate selection of hardware, software, security and reliability needs.

ELEC 251 - Industrial Electrical Controls

2 Credit (1 lecture, 1 lab) 2 Contact Hours [CSTC 100  or ELEC 110 , or (ELEC 111  and ELEC 112 )]

1. Explain necessary safety protocols using lockout, tag out procedures.
2. Identify proper safety equipment. (Fuse pullers, meter probes, Pad locks)
3. Demonstrate proper safety procedures in wiring low voltage control and power circuits.

Goal 2:  Interpret analog relay ladder logic diagrams.

1. Describe proper color codes for indicating wire usage.
2. Describe proper labeling of wiring harnesses.
3. Differentiate types of switches, normally open, normally closed, and automatic switches.
4. Demonstrate proper wiring techniques (one load per rung, etc.).

Goal 3:  Interpret wiring diagrams.

1. Construct a correctly wired circuit from a wiring diagram.
2. Distinguish between control and power circuits.
3. Demonstrate a low voltage (110v) motor control circuit.

Goal 4:  Create electrical connections between motors and controls.

1. Use switches and relays to construct a three-wire motor control circuit.
2. Design a motor control circuit to reverse a three-phase motor using a drum switch.
3. Demonstrate proper use of heaters for motor overload protection.
4. Rewire three-phase for motor for low or high voltage operation.

Goal 5:  Troubleshoot motor circuits.

1. Demonstrate proper procedure for determining blown fuses and other safety devices.
2. Interpret motor characteristics such as RPM, torque, horsepower, and electrical requirements.
3. Demonstrate proper procedure for identifying a failed motor and determining an appropriate replacement.
4. Troubleshoot and correctly wire low voltage motor control circuits.

Goal 6:  Use electrical/electronic test instruments.

1. Demonstrate the proper use of a voltmeter.
2. Demonstrate the proper use of ammeters and amp clamps.

ELEC 252 - Industrial Electrical Motors and Controls

2 Credit (1 lecture, 1 lab) 2 Contact Hours [ELEC 251 ]

1. Connect and operate various input devices including: Limit, pressure, float switches, etc.
2. Demonstrate proper procedure for connecting H.O.A. (Hand-off-Automatic) control logic.
3. Connect and operate a sequence control logic circuit.
4. Design and Construct a sequence Control Circuit.

Goal 2:  Demonstrate proper use timer control in relay ladder logic circuits.

1. Connect and operate on-delay/off-delay relay ladder logic circuits.
2. Design, connect, and operate a motor control circuit to perform time driven circuitry.
3. Design, connect, and operate a motor control circuit to perform an unloaded start of a motor.

Goal 3:  Demonstrate proper use of basic electrical sensors used in relay ladder logic controls.

1. Compare and analyze the characteristics of capacitive vs inductive proximity switch performance.
2. Connect and operate a relay ladder logic control circuit using an inductive proximity switch.
3. Connect and operate a relay ladder logic control circuit using a capacitive proximity switch.
4. Connect and operate a motor control circuit with a photo electric sensor.
5. Design and construct a motor control circuit that will sense a product jam on a conveyor control system.

Goal 4:  Explore the operation of variable frequency three phase motor drive (VFD).

1. Connect and operate a three-phase motor using the front keypad of a VFD.
2. Connect, program, and operate a VFD for three wire operation.
3. Connect, program, and operate a VFD for two wire operation.
4. Connect, program, and operate a VFD to jog a motor.

Goal 5:  Explore the operation of variable frequency drive for speed and torque control.

1. Control the speed of a three-phase motor using the front panel controls of a VFD.
2. Program and operate a VFD to skip undesirable frequencies.
3. Program and operate a VFD to operate a motor above and below its data plate listed RPM.
4. Calculate volts per hertz ratio.
5. Program and operate a VFD to provide a motor with low speed boost.

Goal 6:  Explore the operation of variable frequency drive for Acceleration Deceleration and Braking.

1. Program and operate a VFD to ramp a motor up to its rated speed.
2. Program and operate a VFD to ramp a motor down from its rated speed to a stop.
3. Program and operate a VFD to provide S curve acceleration to an induction motor.
4. Program and operate a VFD to provide DC injection braking.

ELEC 253 - Introduction to Allen Bradley Programmable Logic Controllers

2 Credit (1 lecture, 1 lab) 2 Contact Hours [ELEC 252 ]

1. Open a Processor File using PLC Software.
2. Download a PLC Processor File using PLC programming software.
3. Configure a Serial Communications Driver.
4. Monitor PLC operation using PLC programming software.
5. Run a PLC Processor File using PLC programming software.
6. Stop a PLC Processor File using PLC programming software.

Goal 2:  Demonstrate basic PLC programming.

1. Convert between decimal and binary.
2. Monitor the status of CompactLogix’s Boolean Tags.
3. Create a CompactLogix project.
4. Configure the I/O of a CompactLogix PLC.
5. Enter and run a Basic Routine using RSLogix software.

Goal 3:  Demonstrate PLC Motor Control.

1. Design a PLC program to jog a motor.
2. Design a PLC program to control the Start/Stop of a bi-directional motor.
3. Create a BOOL Tag/Array for a CompactLogix project.
4. Design a PLC program to interlock two motors.
5. Design a PLC Program that uses a safety interlock to control the operation of a machine.
6. Develop a Wiring Diagram to Interface a PLC to a Machine Controller.

Goal 4:  Create PLC Timer Instructions.

1. Enter and Edit a PLC Program that Uses an RTO Instruction.
2. Enter and Edit a PLC Program that Uses a TON Instruction.
3. Enter and Edit a PLC Program that Uses a TOF Instruction.
4. Design a PLC Program that Provides Low Voltage Starting of an Electric Motor.
5. Design a PLC Program that Controls a Centrifugal Air Compressor.

Goal 5:  Create PLC Counter Instructions.

1. Enter and Edit a PLC Program that Uses a Count Up Instruction.
2. Design a PLC Program to Indicate When Preventive Maintenance Should be performed.
3. Enter and Edit a PLC Program that Uses an Up/Down Counter Instruction.
4. Enter a PLC Program that Uses an FRD Instruction.
5. Enter and Edit a PLC Program that Uses a TOD Instruction.
6. Design a PLC Program that Controls an Adjustable Counting Station.

ELEC 254 - Intermediate Allen Bradley Programmable Logic Controllers

2 Credit (1 lecture, 1 lab) 2 Contact Hours [ELEC 253 ]

1. Identify and resolve faults indicated by a PLC.
2. Understand concepts of configuration of local and remote I/O busses.
3. Explore safe uses of I/O forces.
4. Create a ladder logic routine utilizing remote analog I/O.
5. Rewrite a relay logic ladder diagram as a PLC ladder logic routine.

Goal 2:  Investigate RSLogix tag based programming.

1. Understand importance of accurate documentation in tag based programming.
2. Construct a ladder logic program using tag and alias tag identifiers.
3. Integrate “compare functions” into a ladder logic routine.
4. Demonstrate a working ladder logic routine incorporating timers and compare functions.

Goal 3:  Evaluate various attributes of, function block, structured text, ladder logic, and sequential function programming.

1. Review attributes of function block programming.
2. Review attributes of sequential function programming.
3. Review attributes of structured text programming.
4. Demonstrate re-writing a ladder logic program using structured text programming.

Goal 4:  Incorporating “add-on” instructions into RSLogix programming.

1. Investigate, creating, using and importing/exporting “add on” instructions.
2. Demonstrate using the “add-on” instruction in an advanced PLC routine.

Goal 5:  Investigate advanced commands and advanced on-line editing.

1. Investigate, MOV, MCR, JSR, JMP, and LBL commands.
2. Demonstrate safely editing a PLC RSLogix program while in use.
3. Demonstrate a working ladder logic routine incorporating one or more of the commands previously researched.

Goal 6:  Correctly wire an input card and an output card on an Allen Bradley Compact Logix PLC.

1. Implement the proper wiring of a PLC system given a wiring diagram.
2. Connect and Test a Limit Switch to a Discrete Input Module.
3. Connect and Test the Operation of an Electronic Sensor to a PLC Input Module.
4. Connect and Test the Operation of a PLC Input Module to a Robot Output Module.
5. Connect and Test the Operation of a PLC Discrete Output Module to a Robot Input Module.

Goal 7:  Integrate an HMI device into an Allen Bradley Compact Logix PLC.

1. Revise a ladder logic routine to incorporate an HMI as an input and an output device.

ELEC 260 - Advanced PLC

3 Credit (1 lecture, 2 lab) 3 Contact Hours [ELEC 254 ]

1. Characterize the safety issues involved with PLCs
2. Analyze the need for safe working practices.
3. Explore the use of GuardLogix in PLC routines.
4. Implement safety systems over a networked automation cell.

Goal 2: Implement PLC routines to control motor speed controllers

1. Investigate PLC control of motor speed controllers.
2. investigate the technique of programing PLC routines to manipulate motor speed controllers.

Goal 3: Compose PLC routines to integrate with FactoryTalk View Studio programs to display on an HMI screen.

1. Design Human Machine interface programs.
2. Produce Human Machine interface programs to transfer I/O data to the PLC.

Goal 4: Integrate Automation equipment on an Ethernet/IP network to create a functioning automation work cell.

1. Integrate Human Machine interface programs into an automation cell.
2. Lay out an ethernet/ip network using the automation devices needed to create the automation cell.
3. Integrate the automated safety systems into the automation cell.
4. Integrate the automated motor speed controllers into the automation cell.

ELEC 263 - Industrial Control Systems-Siemens

4 Credit (2 lecture, 2 open-lab) 4 Contact Hours [ELEC 252 ]

Goal 2:  The student will state the electrical principles and problems involved with PLC installation and operation to include: power supply ratings, I/O voltage and current ratings, voltage drop, and basic electric circuit parameters.

Goal 3:  The student will identify electrical symbols, diagrams, and circuit logic used in installing, programming, operating, and troubleshooting PLC systems.

Goal 4:  The student will identify PLC hardware sections and components including: input devices, output devices, power supplies, CPU, programming devices, memory, and operating cycle.

Goal 5:  The student will program using proper I/O addressing, files and data tables, and bit level instructions.

Goal 6:  The student will program using timer, counter, and other advanced programming instructions.

Goal 7:  The student will use industrial networking protocols, circuits, and interfacing devices and techniques including “Profibus, Profinet, and AS-Interface.”

Goal 8:  The student will practice PLC installation, start-up procedures and checks, and troubleshooting skills.

Goal 9:  The student will develop functional programs using discrete I/O, analog I/O, and remote I/O, for several industrial applications.

ELEC 264 - Industrial Automation I

3 Credit (0 lecture, 3 lab) 3 Contact Hours [ELEC 254 ] 

1. Identify Danger Zones.
2. Identify Safety Guarding.
3. Identify Safety Devices. 

Goal 2:  Identify Robotic parts and robotic systems

1. Identify Axis labeling of 6 axis robots.
2. Identify Controllers.
3. Identify Teach Pendants.
4. Identify Mechanical Unit.
5. Identify Manipulator.

Goal 3:  Investigate mechanical limits of robots

1. Explore Individual axis limits.
2. Recognize Physical stops.
3. Explore DCS limits.
4. Recover from axis Singularities.

Goal 4:  Explore Robotic Frames

1. Program in World Frame.
2. Program in User/Base Frame.
3. Program in Tool Frame.

Goal 5:  Identify File Manipulation Systems

1. Perform File Backup.
2. Perform Image Backup.
3. Perform File Restore.
4. Perform Image Restore.

Goal 6:  Explore motion programming types

1. Program Joint Movement.
2. Program Linear Movement.
3. Program Circular Movement.
4. Apply Fine Termination.
5. Apply Continuous Termination.
6. Adjust motion speed rates.

Goal 7:  Investigate program manipulation

1. Demonstrate Inserting.
2. Demonstrate Deleting.
3. Perform Pasting options.
4. Program Jumps.
5. Program Waits.
6. Utilize Inputs and Outputs.

Goal 8:  Explore Macro Files

1. Implement Manual Functions.
2. Program User Key Enabled.

ELEC 265 - Industrial Automation II

3 Credit (1 lecture, 2 lab) 3 Contact Hours [ELEC 264 ]

1. Devise an advanced Fanuc motion program to perform a given task
2. Devise an intermediate KUKA motion program to perform a given task

Goal 2: Operate other robotic systems

1. Demonstrate a motion program on Baxter Robot
2. Demonstrate a motion program on an ABB Robot
3. Summarize other robotic programming systems

Goal 3: Review Fanuc vision hardware and software installation

1. Identify robotic components
2. Identify vision system components
3. Execute vision system software installation

Goal 4: Review iRVision Camera setup, and calibration

1. Plan an iRVision Camera setup
2. Explain iRVision calibration
3. Model a Vision system incorporated into an automation cell.

Goal 5: Design a lighting system for a vision system

1. Layout a vision lighting system.
2. Construct a lighting system.
3. Test a lighting system.
4. Incorporate a lighting system into an automation cell.

Goal 6: Compile a Robotic program using vision

1. Design an inspection vision process.
2. Design a Fanuc program incorporating an inspection vision process.
3. Design a single-view inspection program.
4. Design a Fanuc program incorporating single-view inspection process.

Goal 7: Integrate a robot into an automation work cell

1. Explain an automation work cell.
2. Associate a network within the automation cell
3. Engineer an automation process.

ELEC 266 - Industrial Automation Integration

3 Credit (1 lecture, 3 lab) 4 Contact Hours [Prerequisite: ELEC 254 ][Pre-or co-requisite: ELEC 265 ]

1. Compare analog and digital
2. Identify inputs and outputs
3. Compare numbering systems  
4. Identify electrical power requirements 
5. Identify pneumatic requirements 
6. Identify hydraulic requirements
7. Compare continuous, synchronous and asynchronous processes
8. Demonstrate proper documentation techniques 
9. Demonstrate safety  
10. Examine electrostatic discharge

Goal 2:  Identify Components and Hardware

1. Compare controllers
2. Compare interfaces
3. Compare sensors
4. Examine power control and distribution
5. Identify discrete controls
6. Examine actuators and movement
7. Compare AC and DC motors
8. Identify mechanisms and machine elements

Goal 3:  Integrate Machine Systems

1. Integrate conveyors
2. Integrate indexers
3. Integrate part feeders
4. Integrate robots and robotics

Goal 4:  Program Process Systems and Automated Machinery

1. Illustrate chemical processing
2. Illustrate food processing
3. Illustrate packaging
4. Illustrate web handling
5. Illustrate metal processing
6. Illustrate plastic processing
7. Illustrate ceramic processing
8. Illustrate glass processing
9. Illustrate assembly machines
10. Illustrate inspection and test machine

Goal 5:  Explore programming software

1. Use programming software

Goal 6:  Analyze Machine and System Design

1. Determine system requirements
2. Determine design requirements
3. Demonstrate start-up
4. Demonstrate debugging

ELEC 267 - Automation Maintenance

3 Credit (1 lecture, 3 lab) 4 Contact Hours [ELEC 265  and ELEC 266 ]

1. Identify the main board
2. Replace the main board
3. Identify the emergency stop board
4. Replace the emergency stop board
5. Identify the servo amplifier
6. Replace the servo amplifier
7. Identify the power supply unit
8. Replace the power supply unit
9. Identify the transformer
10. Replace the transformer

Goal 2:  Investigate Robot Components

1. Identify robotic motors
2. Identify serial pulse coders
3. Replace serial pulse coders
4. Replace cables

Goal 3:  Read Connection Diagrams

1. Read system block diagrams
2. Read AC power line connection diagrams
3. Read DC power line connection diagrams
4. Read emergency stop circuit connection diagram

Goal 4:  Perform mastering on a robot

1. Reset alarms
2. Perform mastering methods 
3. Perform calibration

Goal 5:  Manipulate Inputs and Outputs

1. Operate I/O Hardware
2. Operate I/O Software
3. Configure I/O
4. Manually control I/O

Goal 6:  Perform Troubleshooting

1. Troubleshoot power problems
2. Troubleshoot teach pendent problems
3. Perform alarm based troubleshooting
4. Troubleshoot cell interface problems
5. Use status screens

Goal 7:  Repair Robotic Equipment

1. Perform preventive maintenance 
2. Demonstrate safety procedures before repairing the robot 
3. Decide on parts swapping or repairing the problem 
4. Demonstrate precautions before running the robot 
5. Test repairs and functions  

ENGL 050 - Introduction to College Reading

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Prerequisite: Reading Level 1 ][Pre-or co-requisite: GNST 100 ]

Students who do not meet the exit requirement of a C or better will be required to repeat the course.
OFFERED: fall and spring semesters

Course Goals; Objectives; Competencies
Goal 1:  Employ an effective reading process.

1. Use pre-reading strategies such as accessing background knowledge, establishing a purpose for reading, and chunking the text.
2. Read actively by using textual annotation and note-taking strategies.
3. Utilize strategies for working through comprehension difficulties when encountering a difficult passage.
4. Consider author’s choices (purpose, tone, style, supporting evidence).
5. Complete multiple readings of the same text as necessary.

Goal 2:  Demonstrate successful close reading.

1. Summarize text accurately to confirm comprehension and understanding.
2. Make connections between ideas within a text, between different texts, between text and reader, and between text and media.
3. Draw conclusions in order to respond to texts effectively.
4. Synthesize information within and across texts.

Goal 3:  Apply a variety of vocabulary strategies to determine the meaning of unknown words.

1. Determine the meaning of new words using context clues.
2. Apply knowledge of roots and affixes to infer the meaning of new words.
3. Use reference guides (dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses, etc.) to confirm the meanings of new words or phrases.
4. Develop a strategy for studying vocabulary.

Goal 4:  Increase reading ability.

1. Improve Lexile score (measure of reading ability level).
2. Improve reading fluency through repeated reading practice.

ENGL 060 - Academic Literacy

4 Credit (4 lecture, 0 lab) 4 Contact Hours [Prerequisite: Reading Level 2  or Writing Level 1 ][Pre- or co-requisite: GNST 100 ]

Students who do not meet the exit requirement of a C or better for Academic Literacy will be required to repeat the course.
OFFERED: every semester

Course Goals; Objectives; Competencies
Goal 1:  Employ an effective reading process.

1. Use pre-reading strategies such as accessing background knowledge, establishing a purpose for reading, and assessing the difficulty of the text.
2. Read actively and critically by using textual annotation and note-taking strategies to aid in reading actively and critically.
3. Utilize strategies for working through comprehension difficulties when encountering a difficult passage.
4. Consider author’s choices (purpose, tone, and style) and the use and effectiveness of supporting evidence.
5. Complete multiple readings of the same text as necessary.

Goal 2:  Apply a variety of strategies to determine the meanings of unknown words.

1. Determine the meaning of new words and phrases using context clues.
2. Apply knowledge of roots and affixes to infer meanings of new words.
3. Use reference guides (dictionary, glossary, thesaurus, online tools) to confirm the meaning of new words or phrases and determine pronunciation.
4. Develop strategies for studying vocabulary. 

Goal 3:  Demonstrate successful close reading.

1. Summarize texts accurately to confirm comprehension and understanding.
2. Make connections between ideas within a text, between different texts, between text and reader, and between text and media.
3. Draw conclusions in order to respond to texts effectively.
4. Synthesize information within and across texts to develop ideas for writing and discussion.

Goal 4:  Employ an effective writing process.

1. Utilize idea-generating and organizational strategies for prewriting.
2. Formulate a controlling idea to focus writing.
3. Draft writing with attention to audience, organization, and supporting detail.
4. Revise drafts with attention to sentence fluency and word choice.
5. Detect and correct major errors in conventions using proofreading and editing strategies.

ENGL 071 - Basic Writing

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Prerequisites: Reading Level 3  and Writing Level 2 ] [Pre- or co-requisite: GNST 100 ][Co-requisite: ENGL 100 ]

1. Practice writing in various rhetorical modes.
2. Adapt stylistic choices to specific audiences and purposes.
3. Synthesize personal knowledge and information from sources to adequately develop essays.
4. Employ grammar, usage, and mechanics appropriate to the writing task.

Goal 2:  Students will employ productive writing processes.

1. Plan ideas and organization through prewriting strategies.
2. Produce multiple drafts.
3. Provide and accept feedback on writing.
4. Improve writing through careful revision.
5. Improve writing through careful proofreading and editing.

Goal 3:  Students will employ effective information literacy skills.

1. Gather research from print and digital sources using a variety of methods.
2. Evaluate the relevance and utility of source material.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of citation principles through use of MLA format.

Goal 4:  Students will demonstrate an ability to read and respond to academic texts.

1. Read works that encourage thought and expression.
2. Use strategies for effective reading, such as annotating and questioning.
3. Summarize the content of selected texts.
4. Contribute knowledgably to discussions of texts.

ENGL 100 - Freshman English I

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Reading Level 3  and Writing Level 3  or Writing Level 2   with ENGL 071  co-requisite] 

1. Practice writing in various rhetorical modes.
2. Adapt stylistic choices to specific audiences and purposes.
3. Synthesize personal knowledge and information from sources to adequately develop essays.
4. Employ grammar, usage, and mechanics appropriate to the writing task.

Goal 2:  Students will employ productive writing processes.

1. Plan ideas and organization through prewriting strategies.
2. Produce multiple drafts.
3. Provide and accept feedback on writing.
4. Improve writing through careful revision.
5. Improve writing through careful proofreading and editing.

Goal 3:  Students will employ effective information literacy skills.

1. Gather research from print and digital sources using a variety of methods.
2. Evaluate the relevance and utility of source material.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of citation principles through use of MLA format.

Goal 4:  Students will read and respond to academic texts.

1. Read works that encourage thought and expression.
2. Use strategies for effective reading, such as annotating and questioning.
3. Summarize the content of selected texts.
4. Contribute knowledgably to discussions of texts.

ENGL 101 - Freshman English II

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [ENGL 100 ]

Objectives:

1. Students will write organized, logical essays. 
2. Students will choose arguments appropriate to the essay’s target audience.
3. Students will recognize and avoid logical fallacies.
4. Students will understand that persuasion encompasses emotional, logical, and ethical elements.
5. Students will revise through drafts based upon peer feedback, self-reflection, and instructor comments.

Goal 2:  Students will develop analytical skills.

Objectives:

1. Students will write summaries of essays and research.
2. Students will evaluate primary and secondary sources.
3. Students will evaluate the appropriateness of research sources.
4. Students will analyze the arguments of written and visual texts.

Goal 3:  Students will incorporate research into the essays they write.

Objectives:

1. Students will craft questions that guide research, making their process manageable and likely to yield insights.
2. Students will summarize, paraphrase, and synthesize research material.
3. Students will integrate evidence in their own thinking in a way that complicates (develops, refines, extends, refutes, and deepens) their own ideas.
4. Students will acknowledge the use of others’ ideas through MLA parenthetical citations and works cited style.

Goal 4:  Students will engage in discussion of concepts guided by reading, research, and writing.

Objectives:

1. Students will present research findings and their implications.
2. Students will use research to inform and enhance their own insights.
3. Students will respond meaningfully to diverse perspectives. 

ENGL 183 - Business & Technical Communication

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Reading Level 3  and Writing Level 3 ]

1. Utilize correct grammatical structure when composing business and technical documents.
2. Apply correct punctuation & mechanics when composing business and technical documents.
3. Develop a clear and concise style for effective communication.

Goal 2:  Plan, develop, compose, and format acceptable letters business documents for various situations, audiences, and purposes.

1. Prepare effective business communication documents (memos, email, letters).
2. Compose electronic communication (emails, blogs, web pages).
3. Create proposals and reports.
4. Develop visual elements for written communication.
5. Create formal and informal reports.
6. Compose instructions and definitions.

Goal 3:  Employ appropriate speaking style when communicating in the workplace.

1. Demonstrate oral presentation skills.
2. Demonstrate interpersonal communication skills.
3. Identify types of nonverbal communications.
4. Demonstrate nonverbal communication.
5. Exercise effective listening skills.

ENGL 195 - Introduction to Literature

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [ENGL 100  or ENGL 101 ]

1. Students will demonstrate comprehension of literary texts.
2. Students will explain generic characteristics of poetry, fiction, and drama.
3. Students will comprehend and apply the technical vocabulary of literary interpretation.
4. Students will identify and use a variety of interpretive strategies for reading literature, including textbased (formalist, psychoanalytic), reader-based (reader response), and context-based interpretations (feminist, political-economic, cultural, historical).

Goal 2:  Students will develop the ability to write academic papers of literary analysis.

1. Students will learn techniques of literary research.
2. Students will read and analyze secondary literary texts.
3. Students will write essays that integrate insights from secondary texts with their own analysis of primary texts.
4. Students will use MLA documentation techniques.

Goal 3:  Students will make oral presentations that synthesize their understanding of primary and secondary literary texts.

Goal 4:  Students will propose theories for literature’s power to express a wide range of human insights.

ENGL 200 - American Thought & Literature I

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [ENGL 100  or ENGL 101 ]

1. Students will read and analyze primary and secondary literary texts.
2. Students will write essays on literary works, combining secondary texts with their own analysis.
3. Students will write essays situating literary texts and themes within the major social, political, and religious events of their eras.
4. Students will use MLA documentation techniques.

Goal 2:  Students will comprehend social and cultural trends of the times, as manifested in literary and historical texts.

1. Students will engage in detailed class discussions analyzing literary texts and techniques and connecting literature with its influences.
2. Students will analyze secondary texts by literary and social critics.
3. Students will make oral presentations that synthesize their understanding of primary and secondary literary texts.

ENGL 201 - American Thought & Literature II

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours  [ENGL 100  or ENGL 101 ]

1. Students will read and analyze primary and secondary literary texts.
2. Students will write essays on literary works, combining secondary texts with their own analysis.
3. Students will write essays situating literary texts and themes within the major social, political, and religious events of their eras.
4. Students will use MLA documentation techniques.

Goal 2:  Students will comprehend social and cultural trends of the times, as manifested in literary and historical texts.

1. Students will engage in detailed class discussions analyzing literary texts and techniques and connecting literature with its influences.
2. Students will analyze secondary texts by literary and social critics.
3. Students will make oral presentations that synthesize their understanding of primary and secondary literary texts.

ENGL 220 - British Literature to 1798

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Reading Level 3  and Writing Level 3 ]

1. Students will explain the effect of cultural and historical context on the themes, content and style of literary texts.

Goal 2:  Analyze thematic and stylistic characteristics of works studied.

1. Apply appropriate terminology when analyzing literary works.

Goal 3:  Recognize characteristics of the English language in Old English, Middle English and Modern English periods.

1. Describe characteristics of the English language in Old English, Middle English and Modern English periods.

Goal 4:  Document conclusions they draw in written responses to literary works studied.

1. Students will employ standard research and research-writing methodology when writing literary research papers.

ENGL 221 - British Literature since 1798

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Reading Level 3  and Writing Level 3 ]

1. Explain the effect of cultural and historical context on the themes, content and style of literary texts.

Goal 2:  Analyze thematic and stylistic characteristics of works studied.

1. Apply appropriate terminology when analyzing literary works.

Goal 3:  Compare and contrast critical approaches to literature.

1. Differentiate between critical approaches to literary texts.

Goal 4:  Document conclusions they draw in written responses to literary works studied.

1. Employ standard research and research-writing methodology when writing literary research papers.

ENGL 235 - Children’s Literature

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Reading Level 3  and Writing Level 3 ]

Objectives:

1. Classify various types of children’s literature including poetry and plays, picture books, traditional literature, non-fiction, fantasy, and realistic, historical, and multicultural fiction.
2. Research quality children’s books through using the public library and Internet.
3. Discuss the various types of literature appropriate for use with children.
4. Prepare for, and participate in, book talks that prompt an understanding of, and appreciation for, selected award-winning children’s books.

Goal 2:  Students will evaluate various genres of children’s literature by utilizing specific criteria.

Objectives:

1. Select appropriate children’s literature for various age groups and population.
2. Critically assess current problems and issues in children’s literature.
3. Evaluate the works of major authors and illustrators, and literary awards.
4. Document developmental challenges in the selection of children’s literature by directly working with children.

Goal 3:  Students will write perceptively about children’s literature.

Objectives:

1. Interpret how children’s books reflect their stages of development and various interests using reader response logs.
2. Reflect on ways the literary themes and situations connect to one’s life experiences using reader response logs.
3. Assemble an annotated bibliography to illustrate and to promote age-appropriate books for children.
4. Analyze the main literary elements in children’s literature.

ENGL 236 - Youth Literature

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [ENGL 100  or ENGL 101 ]

Objectives:

1. Identify various literary genres such as contemporary realistic fiction, historical fiction, modern fantasy, science fiction, poetry, graphic novels, and non-fiction suitable for use with adolescents.
2. Research quality trade books through using the public library and Internet.
3. Discuss the various types of literature appropriate written by notable authors for use with young adults.
4. Participate in discussions that prompt an understanding of, and appreciation for, selected award-winning young adult novels.

Goal 2:  Develop an understanding of the cognitive developmental tasks confronting adolescents and the role of literature in the process.

Objectives:

1. Create an appropriate literature thematic unit and be able to select a variety of materials that will meet the educational and emotional needs of young adults.
2. Evaluate the positive and appropriate depiction of diverse characters in terms of gender, religion, race, or ethnic origin as well as those with disabilities.
3. Describe strategies for addressing current issues in selecting and using young adult literature.
4. Establish an awareness of developmental challenges in the selection of youth literature by interviewing a professional.

Goal 3:  Write perceptively about young adult literature.

Objectives:

1. Through reader response logs, interpret how young adult books reflect adolescents’ experiences and meet their emotional and intellectual needs.
2. Through logs, reflect on ways the literary themes and situations connect to one’s life experiences.
3. Promote strategies for developing writing skills to heighten understanding of young adult literature.
4. Analyze the main literary elements in youth literature.

ENGL 250 - Creative Writing

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [ENGL 100  or ENGL 101 ]

1. Write creative non-fiction, fiction, poetry, or script pages on a range of subject matter.
2. Develop skills with style, voice, tone, and other nuances of the genre.
3. Develop a vision of the world and express that vision in writing.

Goal 2:  Revise and edit original work.

1. Rewrite work in an effort to improve it.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of revision for the chosen genre.

Goal 3:  Participate effectively in workshops and/or conferences with the instructor.

1. Give and receive verbal and written responses to student work.
2. Demonstrate a receptive, yet discerning, attitude towards feedback.
3. Apply verbal and written feedback constructively.

ENGL 265 - Introduction to Film

FREN 120 - Elementary French I

4 Credit (4 lecture, 0 lab) 4 Contact Hours

Objectives:  The student will

1. recognize and use French greetings.
2. use the French alphabet.
3. use numbers (time, dates, months, seasons, years, etc).
4. describe the weather.
5. demonstrate the use of the four directions (north, south east and west).

Goal 2:  Learners will introduce themselves and others in French using basic terms.

Objectives:  The student will

1. describe nationalities.
2. describe family relationships.
3. describe appearances/ages.
4. describe personalities.
5. describe professions/classes.
6. describe leisure activities.

Goal 3:  Learners will demonstrate social interactions in French.

Objectives:  The student will

1. illustrate giving and responding to compliments.
2. explain where objects and places are located.
3. express likes and dislikes.
4. accept or refuse offers.

Goal 4:  Learners will express themselves using coherent French pronunciation.

Goal 5:  Learners will demonstrate a basic understanding of French grammar.

Objectives:  The student will

1. explain the concept of cognates.
2. use accent marks.
3. demonstrate proper verb use: conjugation, regular/irregular verbs, negation, inversion, the infinitive, the present indicative.
4. demonstrate proper noun gender and number.
5. use adjectives: proper placement and agreement, possessive.
6. use articles.
7. use subject pronouns.
8. use prepositions.

Goal 6:  Learners will distinguish at a basic level cultural awareness in the language.

Objectives:  The student will

1. identify francophone countries.
2. describe francophone people and cultures.
3. elaborate on the cultural aspects of gestures, manners, physical contact.
4. use titles, “tu” and “vous” properly.

FREN 121 - Elementary French II

4 Credit (4 lecture, 0 lab) 4 Contact Hours [FREN 120 ]

Objectives:  The student will

1. employ instructor commands in French.
2. respond to the instructor in French.

Goal 2:  Learners will interact in French orally and in writing.

Objectives:  The student will

1. express preferences.
2. express thoughts.
3. express opinions.
4. give reasons.
5. make excuses.
6. give orders or commands.
7. give advice.
8. describe conditions.
9. describe feelings.
10. make hypothesis.

Goal 3:  Learners will use various verb tenses in French orally and in writing.

Objectives:  The student will

1. describe past events.
2. describe present events.
3. describe future events.

Goal 4:  Learners will display use of proper French language and etiquette in public.

Objectives:  The student will demonstrate the ability to

1. read a map.
2. give directions.
3. order food in a French restaurant.
4. interact with salespeople in French stores and markets.
5. interact with clerks at banks, hotels, transport stations (bus, train, airport, etc.).

Goal 5:  Learners will demonstrate the use of French grammar (especially verb tenses).

Objectives:  The student will

1. explain the meaning of grammatical terms.
2. explain the concept and use of passé compose.
3. explain the concept and use of imperfect.
4. explain the concept and use of future.
5. explain the concept and use of conditional.

GNST 100 - College Success

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours

1. Identify course and assignment expectations
2. Employ active textbook reading
3. Evaluate methods of note taking
4. Develop effective methods for test taking
5. Explore study environment

Goal 2:  Identify a career goal

1. Develop a career direction
2. Select a college pathway

Goal 3:  Accept personal responsibility

1. Explain the use of the course syllabus
2. Participate in class

Goal 4:  Discover self-motivation

1. Create goals that are dated, achievable, personal, positive, and specific
2. Design a plan to reach their life goal

Goal 5:  Master self-management

1. Create a semester master schedule
2. Evaluate use of time
3. Apply time management principles to other coursework

Goal 6:  Employ interdependence

1. Contribute to(a) group project(s)
2. Contribute to (a) group discussion(s)
3. Contribute to (a) group presentation(s)
4. Explore principles of conflict management
5. Apply principles of conflict management

Goal 7:  Gain self-awareness

1. Recognize self-defeating behaviors
2. Identify different types of diversity
3. Demonstrate sensitivity to diversity
4. Identify outdated beliefs

Goal 8:  Adopt lifelong learning

1. Analyze one’s own learning style(s)
2. Apply basic critical thinking principles
3. Apply problem solving techniques
4. Identify when to make course corrections

Goal 9:  Develop emotional intelligence

1. Explore principles of stress management
2. Apply principles of stress management

Goal 10:  Believe in themselves

1. Identify areas of personal strengths
2. Create personal rules for success
3. Identify personal integrity and commitments
4. Develop a course portfolio displaying their outcomes

Goal 11:  Demonstrate basic communication skills

1. Create written documents
2. Deliver oral presentation(s)

GNST 110 - Career Development

1 Credit (1 lecture, 0 lab) 1 Contact Hours

1. Explain values as they relate to career choices
2. Explain interests as they relate to career choices
3. Explain skills as they relate to career choices

Goal 2:  Students will analyze how external factors impact choice of career

1. Describe the training needs for different careers
2. Evaluate the local job market trends
3. Assess the economic opportunities in careers

Goal 3:  Students will evaluate careers accounting for both internal and external factors

1. Evaluate at least one job in detail as it pertains to their own internal and external preferences
2. Create a comprehensive career portfolio

GNST 115 - Effective Online Learning

1 Credit (1 lecture, 0 lab) 1 Contact Hours

1. Use the basic functions of the online environment.
2. Demonstrate the ability to meet deadlines in an independent course.

Goal 2:  Discover personal awareness as it relates to online learning.

1. Describe their own learning style and how it presents strengths and challenges to online learning.
2. Identify beliefs, attitudes, and habits that may inhibit their success in an online environment.

Goal 3:  Understanding interpersonal relationships in an online environment.

1. Examine challenges related to diversity and communication in a semi-anonymous environment.
2. Use appropriate language for online communication.
3. Develop effective relationships in an online environment.

Goal 4:  Employing online information resources.

1. Find and evaluate information from the Internet.
2. Use the library’s online resources.

GNST 120 - Dealing with Stress

1 Credit (1 lecture, 0 lab) 1 Contact Hours

1. Describe symptoms of stress.
2. Recognize the impact stress has on holistic health (mind-body-spirit).
3. Identify factors that contribute to unhealthy levels of stress.

Goal 2:  Apply stress management techniques.

1. Practice coping skills.
2. Practice relaxation techniques.

Goal 3:  Evaluate personal effectiveness of stress management techniques.

1. Identify coping skills that are effective for the student.
2. Identify relaxation techniques that are effective for the student.
3. Develop a personal stress management plan.

GEOG 110 - World Geography and Cultures

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Reading Level 3  and Writing Level 3 ]

1. Explain why place matters
2. Explore the role of geography
3. Differentiate between physical geography and human geography

Goal 2:  Summarize the changing global context.

1. Examine geographic expansion, integration, and change
2. Define the New International Division of Labor
3. Explore the initiatives of international business and trade

Goal 3:  Compare and contrast the geographies of population.

1. Understand population distribution and structure
2. Explore population dynamics and processes
3. Explain population movement, debates, and policies

Goal 4:  Integrate available information on nature, society, and technology.

1. Examine the transformation of the earth by ancient humans
2. Understand the impact of European expansion and globalization
3. Explore the relationship between human action and recent environmental change

Goal 5:  Explore cultural identities and systems.

1. Examine cultural systems
2. Define cultural nationalism
3. Explain cultural identity

Goal 6:  Interpret movements of economic development.

1. Examine landscape as a human system
2. Explore the cultural geography of cyberspace

Goal 7:  Assess the relationships between geography, agriculture, food production, & urbanization.

1. Define “economic development”
2. Explore relationships that exist within economic development

Goal 8:  Demonstrate a basic awareness of the politics of territory and space.

1. Examine the development of political geography
2. Describe the Geopolitical Model of the State
3. Trace the development of geopolitical theory of the world order

Goal 9:  Determine the role of urbanization in present and future geographies.

1. Define urbanization
2. Explain urban trends and problems
3. Explore the outlook for global urbanization in the future

GERM 101 - German I

4 Credit (4 lecture, 0 lab) 4 Contact Hours

Goal 1:  Actively communicate (understand, speak, read, and write) in German.

1. Engage in conversations, provide and obtain information, and exchange opinions in German.
2. Recognize familiar German words in the English language.
3. See and understand common roots of English and German in the West-Germanic language family.
4. Know proper salutations and identify and introduce oneself in German.

Goal 2:  Learn and understand simple sentence structures in German.

1. Recognize subject pronouns and their proper verb forms; conjugate German verbs in present tense.
2. Be familiar with common verbs, the infinitive form and stem in German.
3. Understand and properly use German pronunciation and the German alphabet.
4. Correctly use the Nominative (subject case) and Accusative (direct object case) German noun cases.
5. Understand German noun gender and direct/indirect articles.
6. Identify and name common household objects, clothing and food items in German.
7. Identify family members and indicate possession and ownership in German.
8. State personal preferences and likes and dislikes in German.
9. Formulate yes/no questions and information questions.
10. Tell time and identify days of week, months and seasons in German. 

Goal 3:  Identify significant contributions of Germans to the arts, music, humanities, social sciences, history, and sciences in the United States.

1. Discuss cultural aspects of the German-speaking world.
2. Describe the impact of German culture on the world at large.

GERM 102 - German II

4 Credit (4 lecture, 0 lab) 4 Contact Hours [GERM 101 ]

1. Engage in conversations to express certain requests, ask for favors, and make suggestions.
2. Express abilities, preferences, obligations, intentions, wishes, and desires using modal verbs (to be able to - können, to like - mögen, to have to - müssen, to be allowed to - dürfen, etc.) and their proper sentence structure.
3. Understand and relate past events using verb forms of the present perfect (in German: “conversational past”); be familiar with past participle forms of verbs.
4. Be familiar with fundamental measurements and features of the metric system.

Goal 2:  After successfully completing this course, students will be expected to extract meaning and knowledge from authentic German language texts, media presentations, and oral communication with individuals from other cultures.

1. Recognize similarities between one’s own and another language and culture and use this knowledge to strengthen an understanding of both.
2. Learn and understand simple and main-subordinate sentence structures using subordinating conjunctions if/whether - ob and that - daß.
3. Continuously improve their German pronunciation and free speaking skills.
4. Use prepositions accompanied by the Accusative (direct object case).
5. Form logical sentences giving reasons by using subordinate clauses containing because - weil as a subordinating conjunction.
6. Express personal feelings, friendship and affection in German.

Goal 3:  After successfully completing this course, students will be expected to recognize and demonstrate an understanding of the ways in which language reflects culture through texts, writing, discussion, and projects.

1. Recognize the distinctives of German culture.
2. Demonstrate facility in cultural interpretation.

HIST 250 - United States History to 1865

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Reading Level 3 ]

1. Identify key indigenous cultures and their interactions with Europeans.
2. Examine the forces behind European discovery, exploration & conquest of the Western Hemisphere-especially North America.
3. Apprise colonial economic, political, social and philosophical developments.
4. Assess revolutionary forces and the establishment of America’s independence and early government(s).
5. Examine the growth, expansion, conflict, conquest, diplomacy characteristic of the 19^th century.
6. Identify and evaluate the forces of nationalism and sectionalism and how they contribute to complexity of the Civil War.
7. Assess the interactions of indigenous, African, and Euro-American cultures for both contributions and conflicts.

Goal 2:  Demonstrate critical thinking skills.

1. Concatenate the various developments in early American history and evaluate how they contribute to who we are today.
2. Manifest comprehension of key aspects of early American History on quizzes, tests, and exams.

Goal 3:  Demonstrate written communication skills.

1. Write a logical, coherent, critical essay or paper.
2. Take and use class notes and outlines.

Goal 4:  Demonstrate oral communication skills.

1. Exchange viewpoints in a small group setting and arrive at consensus in response to critical thinking questions and problems.
2. Present material to the class in a clear, coherent, useful, and meaningful manner.

Goal 5:  Demonstrate the interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills needed in the workplace.

1. Employ effective written and oral communication in group settings to organize information, concatenate different perspectives, compromise, and arrive at a working consensus.
2. Meet deadlines.

HIST 251 - United States History Since 1865

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Reading Level 3 ]

This introductory survey course treats the history of the United States from the years after the Civil War during the heyday of industrialization to somewhere near the present day of technological expansion, economic uncertainty, and environmental decay. The course critically examines the growth and power of the United States and its changing role in the community of nations, and addresses with America’s responses to the changing world situation and periodic international crises, as well as our nation’s ongoing adjustment to various periods of domestic upheaval and change. The course attempts to acquaint the student with a chronological outline of our history as well as major issues and themes that influenced our development and decision-making in the last century. America’s story is placed in a global context and to examine and analyze it from different historical perspectives. Questions are raised to stimulate thinking about where America has been and why, and where, perhaps, we seem to be headed. Both information and insight are emphasized so we might come to better understand how our country has behaved in a variety of historical contexts. It is hoped that this will facilitate making of wise decisions both today and tomorrow.
OFFERED: spring semesters

Course Goals; Objectives; Competencies
Goal 1:  Demonstrate a working knowledge of significant events, personalities, issues, conflicts and interpretations thereof in American historical development since the Civil War and Reconstruction Era.

1. Describe the forces at work in the subjugation of the West.
2. Examine the industrialization of America.
3. Apprise the rise of the United States to a position of world power and influence.
4. Understand the forces that contribute to the making of the American Century.
5. Recognize the key aspects of the Cold War and how it shaped American foreign policy.
6. Describe how America and her world role has been changing in the late 20^th and early 21^st Century.
7. Associate social, political, economic, and cultural trends of contemporary America with their roots in earlier periods of our history.

Goal 2:  Demonstrate critical thinking skills.

1. Concatenate the various developments in United States history & demonstrate an understanding of who we are as a people, where we have come from, and where we might be headed.
2. Manifest comprehension of key aspects of American historical development on quizzes, tests, and exams.

Goal 3:  Demonstrate written communication skills.

1. Write a logical, coherent, critical essay or paper.
2. Take and use class notes and outlines.

Goal 4:  Demonstrate oral communication skills.

1. Exchange viewpoints in a small group setting and arrive at consensus in response to critical thinking questions and problems.
2. Present material to the class in a clear, coherent, useful, and meaningful manner.

Goal 5:  Demonstrate the interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills needed in the workplace.

1. Employ effective written and oral communication in group settings to organize information, concatenate different perspectives, compromise, and arrive at a working consensus.
2. Meet deadlines.

HIST 252 - The Civil War Era

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Reading Level 3 ]

Goal 2:  Students will recognize multiple factors contributing to conflict.

Goal 3:  Students will identify critical developments in the dissolution of Union (personalities, legislation, movements, inventions).

Goal 4:  Students will identify phases, significant battles and personalities, and key social/political/economic events of the War.

Goal 5:  Students will recognize similarities and differences in Northern and Southern economies.

Goal 6:  Students will recognize unresolved issues of the War.

Goal 7:  Students will understand comparisons between government role in Reconstruction and Modern era.

Goal 8:  Students will identify accomplishments and failures of Reconstruction.

Goal 9:  Students will understand the political intrigue and electoral irregularities that gave rise to the Compromise of 1877, ending Reconstruction.

Goal 10:  Students will comprehend the legacy of an unfinished Reconstruction and its implications for the 20th century and the 21st.

HIST 255 - Michigan History

3 Credit (3 lecture, 0 lab) 3 Contact Hours [Reading Level 3 ]

Goal 2:  Upon completion of this course, the student should have developed an awareness of the statewide trends/forces that have underlain our history and brought the theme and coherency to the different periods of Michigan development.

Goal 3:  Upon completion of this course, the student should have developed an awareness of the major events and outstanding individuals contributing to our history.

Goal 4:  Upon completion of this course, the student should have developed an awareness of selected relevant “trivia” about Michigan. 

HIST 256 - Local History & Heritage

HIST 257 - 20th Century World: History & Issues

HUMN 100 - Introduction to Western Culture

HUMN 200 - Western Culture to 1600

4 Credit (4 lecture, 0 lab) 4 Contact Hours [ENGL 100  or ENGL 101 ]

Goal 2:  Students will be able to develop a vocabulary from which to discuss artistic, literary and musical concepts.

Goal 3:  Students will be able to show understanding and tolerance of others’ world and life views.

HUMN 201 - Western Culture since 1600

4 Credit (4 lecture, 0 lab) 4 Contact Hours [ENGL 100  or ENGL 101 ]

A.  Objectives: Classify well-known artistic, literary and musical works from the Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo and Neoclassical/Enlightenment time.

1. Classify well-known artistic works from the Baroque time/style period.
2. Classify well-known artistic works from the Rococo time/style period.
3. Classify well-known artistic works from the Neoclassical time/style period.
4. Classify well-known musical works from the Baroque time/style period.
5. Classify well-known musical works from the Rococo time/style period.
6. Classify well-known musical works from the Classical time/style period.
7. Classify well-known literary works from the Enlightenment period.
8. Classify well-known literary works from the Renaissance period.

B.  Objectives:  Classify well-known artistic, literary and musical works from the Romantic/Realism time/style period.

1. Classify well-known artistic works from the Romantic time/style period.
2. Classify well-known artistic works from the Realism time/style period.
3. Classify well-known artistic works from the Neoclassical time/style period.
4. Classify well-known musical works from the Romantic time/style period.
5. Classify well-known literary works from the Romantic style period.
6. Classify well-known literary works from the Realism style period.
7. Classify well-known literary works from the Neoclassical style period.

C.  Objectives:  Classify well-known artistic, literary and musical works from the Impressionism/Post-impressionism time/style period.

1. Classify well-known artistic works from the Impressionism time/style period.
2. Classify well-known artistic works from the Post-impressionism time/style period.
3. Classify well-known musical works from the Impressionism time/style period.

D.  Objectives:   Classify well-known artistic, literary and musical works from the 20th-21st centuries time period.

1. Classify well-known artistic works from the 20th century pre-1945 time period.
2. Classify well-known artistic works from the 20th-21st centuries post-1945 time period.
3. Classify well-known musical works from the 20th-21st centuries symphonic style.
4. Classify well-known musical works from the jazz style.
5. Classify well-known musical works from current styles.
6. Classify well-known literary works from the 20th-21st centuries time period.

Goal 2:  Expand a vocabulary from which to discuss artistic, literary and musical concepts.

A.  Expand a vocabulary from which to discuss artistic concepts:

1. Classify media and technique in artistic works.
2. Classify genre in artistic works.

B.  Expand a vocabulary from which to discuss literary concepts

1. Differentiate form in literary genre.
2. Differentiate meter in poetry.

C.  Expand a vocabulary from which to discuss musical concepts

1. Differentiate form in musical pieces.
2. Differentiate tone color in musical pieces.
3. Differentiate meter in musical pieces.
4. Classify motives in musical pieces.

Goal 3:  Show awareness of the relationship between a work of art and the time and place in which it was produced.

A.  Arrange the time/style periods in chronological order

B.  Classify works according to style/time period.