Course Descriptions

CMIS 250 - Microcomputer Spreadsheets

3 Credit: (3 lecture, 0 lab, 0 clinical) 3 Contact Hours: [CMIS 115 ]

1. Create worksheets to be used in an XML file.
2. Apply Web techniques to publish spreadsheets.
3. Develop interactive and noninteractive spreadsheets.

Goal 2:  Create customized charts.

1. Change color options for chart objects.
2. Apply clip art and pictures.
3. Utilize rotation and explosion to better view graphical elements.

Goal 3:  Incorporate the use of database techniques to evaluate data.

1. Create data tables to be used as a database.
2. Apply data filters.

1. Create filters which filter the data directly.
2. Create filters which extract the data to a separate location on the spreadsheet.
3. Develop filters which incorporate compound conditions.

3. Employ the use of pivot tables to cross-tabulate data.
4. Chart pivot table data using a pivot chart.

Goal 4:  Produce spreadsheets which access data outside of a single spreadsheet.

1. Create consolidated spreadsheets which combine data from multiple spreadsheets.
2. Develop workbooks which link data from other workbooks.
3. Use hyperlinks to access web resources and data.

Goal 5:  Apply spreadsheet auditing tools.

1. Use tracing tools to evaluate formula dependents.
2. Use tracing tools to track precedent cells.

Goal 6:  Develop Visual Basic applications to automate spreadsheets.

1. Create an automated macro using the record function.
2. Develop a macro to automatically transfer data within a worksheet.
3. Create a macro to protect and unprotect sections within a worksheet.
4. Create a macro which is associated with a button placed on a worksheet.

Goal 7:  Employ analysis methods to evaluate data for decision support.

1. Create multiple scenarios using scenario management tools.
2. Use solver to solve for complex data solutions.
3. Determine cost-volume-profit analysis.
4. Develop spreadsheets to determine break-even analysis.
5. Create data tables using one and two input analysis.

CMIS 255 - Microcomputer Database Applications

4 Credit: (4 lecture, 0 lab, 0 clinical) 4 Contact Hours: [CMIS 115 ]

1. Explore impact of Database Management System.
2. Outline background and theory behind database design.
3. Describe database structures and terminology.

Goal 2:  Develop databases using relational design.

1. Design database queries.

1. Simple, compound, calculated fields, grouping and sorting.
2. Table joins, update, delete, make-table.
3. Function of the QBE method, determination of statistics.

1. Construct queries using appropriate relational algebra.
2. Employ the use of integrity rules.

1. Entity, referential, legal-values.

1. Define the data base structure.

Goal 3:  Create databases using defined design methodology.

1. Optimize database design using normalization.
2. Identify design in first through fourth normal form.
3. Define functional dependency.
4. Apply appropriate primary key definitions.
5. Construct entity-relationship diagrams.
6. Create appropriate data indexes.

Goal 4:  Create database reports.

1. Design reports based on tables or queries.
2. Apply multi-table methods for report design.
3. Customize reports to include calculated controls.
4. Construct reports which incorporate graphics.

Goal 5:  Develop database forms.

1. Create forms using single and multi-table/query designs.
2. Apply custom controls to a form design.
3. Use graphics to enhance form appearance.
4. Design forms with embedded subforms.

Goal 6: Develop procedures for database vulnerability.

1. Identify security issues within the database design.
2. Illustrate data recovery procedures.

CMIS 256 - Microsoft Word II

1 Credit: (0 lecture, 1 open-lab, 0 clinical) 1 Contact Hours: [Pre- or co-requisite: CMIS 156 ]

1. Create a cover page.
2. Modify page formatting.
3. Edit and format tables.

Goal 2:  Manage document sharing.

1. Share a document.
2. Manage document permissions.

Goal 3:  Use mail merge to create documents.

1. Explain the merge process.
2. Complete a mail merge to create documents.

Goal 4:  Format documents for desktop publishing tasks.

1. Format a document in multiple coloumns.
2. Enhance document using desktop publishing features.

CMIS 257 - Microsoft Excel II

1 Credit: (0 lecture, 1 open-lab, 0 clinical) 1 Contact Hours: [Pre- or co-requisite: CMIS 157 ]

1. Construct advanced functions.
2. Define a named range.

Goal 2:  Construct Microsoft Excel workbooks with charts and diagrams.

1. Create and modify a chart.
2. Create and modify SmartArt graphics.

Goal 3:  Manage large workbooks.

1. Modify page breaks.
2. Set print areas.
3. Filter data based on criteria.

CMIS 258 - Microsoft Access II

1 Credit: (0 lecture, 1 open-lab, 0 clinical) 1 Contact Hours: [Pre- or co-requisite: CMIS 158 ]

1. Modify existing tables.
2. Create a lookup field.
3. Manage field properties.

Goal 2:  Enhance Microsoft Access query objects.

1. Create calculated fields in a query.
2. Create a crosstab query.
3. Construct a make table query.
4. Create an append query.

Goal 3:  Customize forms and reports.

1. Create a form in design view.
2. Format a form.
3. Make a form user friendly.
4. Create a report in design view.
5. Add controls to a report.
6. Group, sort, and total records.

CMIS 270 - Office Administration

4 Credit: (2 lecture, 2 lab, 0 clinical) 4 Contact Hours: [CMIS 115  and CMIS 124 ]

1. Employ office technology to effectively complete business-related tasks.
2. Develop excellent customer service skills.
3. Manage domestic and international travel arrangements.
4. Facilitate meetings and conferences.
5. Utilize workplace collaboration tools.

Goal 2:  Develop effective verbal and nonverbal communication processes.

1. Produce individual and group verbal presentations using presentation software.
2. Model characteristics of a successful team member.

Goal 3:  Conduct a job search.

1. Compose effective cover letters.
2. Design a suitable resume.
3. Examine interview skills.

Goal 4:  Define leadership and effective leadership characteristics.

1. Demonstrate traits of an ethical employee.
2. Execute time and stress management techniques.

CMIS 280 - Microsoft Publisher II

2 Credit: (0 lecture, 2 open-lab, 0 clinical) 2 Contact Hours: [Pre- or co-requisite: CMIS 176 ]

1. Format a publication using graphics, building blocks, text effects, and shapes. 
2. Apply customized sizes, schemes, and building blocks. 
3. Create a custom table. 

Goal 2:  Produce business publications. 

1. Create letterheads, envelopes, and business cards. 
2. Apply advanced formatting to business publications. 

Goal 3:  Manage sharing and distribution of publications. 

1. Create hyperlinks and hot spots. 
2. Publish documents electronically.
3. Manage HTML-enabled publications.

Goal 4:  Edit large-scale publications. 

1. Insert, collpse, expand, and merge sections.
2. Create breaks and bookmarks.
3. Navigate through large publications.

CMIS 284 - Document Production III

2 Credit: (0 lecture, 2 open-lab, 0 clinical) 2 Contact Hours: [Pre- or co-requisite: CMIS 206 ]

1. Key a minimum of 45 net words per minute on a 3-minute timed writing with no more than 5 errors.
2. Apply keyboarding skills in business documents.

Goal 2:  Employ appropriate formatting techniques when creating medical and legal documents.

1. Apply correct formatting to medical office documents.
2. Use correct formatting when preparing legal documents.

Goal 3:  Construct office forms and online documents.

1. Design newsletters, cover pages, and flyers.
2. Create templates.

CMIS 285 - Microsoft Word III

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

1. Save a document as a template.
2. Format documents for online publication.
3. Manage document sharing properties.
4. Automate processes using macros.

Goal 2:  Manage document versions.

1. Recover previous document versions. 
2. Save documents in a variety of formats.
3. Compare and combine documents.

Goal 3:  Create and format charts.

1. Insert a chart.
2. Manage chart data source(s).
3. Format chart elements. 

Goal 4:  Manage reference 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. 

CMIS 286 - Microsoft Excel III

2 Credit: (0 lecture, 2 open-lab, 0 clinical) 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, 0 clinical) 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 - Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint

2 Credit: (0 lecture, 2 open-lab, 0 clinical) 2 Contact Hours: [Pre- or co-requisite: CMIS 159 ] 

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 charts.

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

Goal 3:  Customize slide masters and presentations.

1. Format slide backgrounds.
2. Manage slide masters.
3. Protect and secure a presentation.

Goal 4:  Enhance presentations using advanced features.

1. Create and format smartart graphics.
2. Create hyperlinks and action buttons.
3. Use collaboration features to manage and share presentations.

CMIS 290 - Field Experience in Computer Information Systems

variable Credit: [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, 0 clinical) 4 Contact Hours: [CSTC 127 ] 

  Course Goals/ Objectives/ Competencies:
Goal 1:  Explain network technologies.

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, 0 clinical) 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 163 - Windows Server 1

3 Credit: (2 lecture, 1 lab, 0 clinical) 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.

CNET 250 - UNIX Operating System

3 Credit: (2 lecture, 2 lab, 0 clinical) 4 Contact Hours: [CNET 163 ]

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 263 - Windows Server 2

3 Credit: (2 lecture, 2 lab, 0 clinical) 4 Contact Hours: [CNET 163 ] 

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 110 - Introduction to Java Programming

4 Credit: (2 lecture, 2 lab, 0 clinical) 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 120 - Introduction to Python Programming

4 Credit: (2 lecture, 2 lab, 0 clinical) 4 Contact Hours: [Math Level 2 ] 

1. Design programs by identifying Input, Process, Output (IPO).
2. Develop the program algorithm.
3. Incorporate flowcharting.
4. Use desk checking to test the design.
5. Differentiate between syntactical and logical coding errors.

Goal 2:  Implement programming control structures.

1. Correctly incorporate variables and constants.
2. Incorporate the control structures of sequence, selection, and repetition.
3. Utilize nesting structures for both selection and repetition.

Goal 3:  Create programs which utilize Sequences and Dictionaries.

1. Create and initialize lists and tuples.
2. Refer to elements of lists, tuples and strings.
3. Create new sequences using slicing techniques.
4. Use Dictionaries to represent unordered collections of key-value pairs.
5. Create, initialize and refer to elements of dictionaries and sets.

Goal 4:  Apply user defined functions.

1. Create void and value passing functions.
2. Pass lists and tuples to functions.
3. Return multiple values from a function via a tuple.

Goal 5:  Build programs that work with files.

1. Develop programs to read, write, and update files.
2. Develop programs to read and write CSV files.

CPGM 130 - Introduction to Programming & Logic

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

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

Goal 2:  Be familiar with and develop programs using Visual Basic .NET programming environment

1. Execute a program start
2. Implement break points
3. Complete save process for files and projects
4. Pin and unpin windows

Goal 3:  Implement a process of problem-solving, testing, and debugging.

1. Debug program algorithm prior to coding.
2. Debug program code when presented with an inaccurate program
   1. Logical
   2. Syntactical
3. Enter completed code with the programming environment
4. Debug program errors following unsuccessful run.
5. Employ the use of known test data to determine program success.
6. Implement coding corrections to create an accurate, error free program.

Goal 4:  Successfully produce error-free user applications using Visual Basic .NET to solve specific business problems.

1. Construct completed applications using basic Visual Basic .NET controls
   1. Label, Text Box, Command Button, Slider (horizontal, vertical)
2. Include windows to accept input (Input Box) and display output (message box) during program execution.
3. Incorporate the use of graphic images as part of the developed user interface
4. Manipulate data arrays using both one and two-dimensional arrays
5. Apply programming structures (sequence, selection, and repetition) to create VB .NET applications.
6. Create applications using the SUB/Function procedures.
7. Manipulate string data
8. Manipulate data using toString, Val, TryParse, toUpper, toLower
9. Properly format data on the User Interface.

CPGM 131 - Introduction to Programming C++

4 Credit: (4 lecture, 0 lab, 0 clinical) 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 132 - Introduction to HTML

3 Credit: (2 lecture, 2 lab, 0 clinical) 4 Contact Hours: [CMIS 101  and Math Level 3 ]

1. Explore the history of HTML.
2. Explain the role of the W3C.
3. Differentiate between different site structure types.
4. Utilize storyboarding techniques.
5. Examine current Web preferences for graphics, fonts, and color usage.

Goal 2:  Incorporate HTML coding techniques to create a basic Web page.

1. Define an HTML document.
2. Apply appropriate syntax to html tags.
3. Utilize block-level and inline elements.

Goal 3:  Create links within Web Pages and to other locations on the Internet.

1. Define hyperlinks to internal and external objects.
2. Produce metadata to provide information to search engines.
3. Develop and apply an image map.

Goal 4:  Unify page design through usage of cascading style sheets.

1. Create an embedded style sheet.
2. Apply an external style sheet.
3. Employ selector patterns.
4. Code formatting for classes, pseudo-classes, and pseudo-elements.
5. Plan object positioning.

Goal 5:  Enhance a web page using graphics, sound, and video.

1. Write html code to insert graphics.
2. Write html code to insert sound.
3. Write html code to insert video.
4. Explore Java Applets.

Goal 6:  Collect data through the use of forms.

1. Create a Web form.
2. Design custom buttons.
3. Manipulate form attributes.

Goal 7:  Incorporate Javascript into Web Pages.

1. Create a script element.
2. Write a Javascript statement.
3. Create a function to return a value.
4. Debug a Javascript program.

CPGM 220 - Advanced Visual Basic

3 Credit: (2 lecture, 1 lab, 0 clinical) 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.

CSTC 127 - Introduction to Networking

3 Credit: (2 lecture, 2 lab, 0 clinical) 4 Contact Hours:

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:  Differentiate amongst network protocols

1. Explain NETBEUI
2. Explain SPX/IPX
3. Explain TCP/IP
4. Explain IPv6
5. Identify the OSI standard model for networking

Goal 6:  Demonstrate network implementation

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

Goal 7:  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, 0 clinical) 4 Contact Hours: [CSTC 100  or ATMN 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 171 - Computer Maintenance I

3 Credit: (2 lecture, 2 lab, 0 clinical) 4 Contact Hours:

1. Differentiate between motherboard components, their purposes, and properties.
2. Compare and contrast RAM types and features.

Goal 2:  Perform preventive maintenance on personal computers.

1. Configure and apply BIOS settings.
2. Install and configure expansion cards.
3. Install and configure storage devices and use appropriate media.
4. Differentiate among various CPU types and features and select the appropriate cooling method.
5. Compare and contrast various connection interfaces and explain their purpose.
6. Install an appropriate power supply based on a given scenario.
7. Evaluate and select appropriate components for a custom configuration, to meet customer specifications or needs.

Goal 3:  Identify fundamental principles of operating systems.

1. Describe hardware and software management.
2. Demonstrate ability to create and maintain file and directory structures.

Goal 4:  Identify types of printing and scanning methods.

1. Given a scenario, install, and configure printers and scanners.
2. Given a scenario, perform printer and scanner maintenance.

Goal 5:  Identify fundamental principles of networks.

1. Categorize characteristics of connectors and cabling.
2. Explain properties and characteristics of TCP/IP.
3. Explain common TCP and UDP ports, protocols, and their purpose.
4. Compare and contrast wireless networking standards and encryption types.
5. Install, configure, and deploy a SOHO wireless/wired router using appropriate settings.

Goal 6:  Identify fundamental principles of security.

1. Identify various types of networks and their security vulnerabilities.
2. Define specific security measures based on network topologies.
3. Given a scenario, use appropriate safety procedures.

CSTC 172 - Computer Maintenance II

3 Credit: (2 lecture, 2 lab, 0 clinical) 4 Contact Hours: [CSTC 171 ]

1. Select PC hardware including power supplies, motherboards, CPUs, memory, video, audio and peripheral devices.
2. Install PC hardware including power supplies, motherboards, CPUs, memory, video, audio and peripheral devices.
3. Configure PC hardware including power supplies, motherboards, CPUs, memory, video, audio and peripheral devices.

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

1. Install and configure laptop hardware and components.
2. Compare and contrast the components within the display of a laptop.
3. Compare and contrast laptop features.

Goal 3:  Perform preventive maintenance on operating systems.

1. Manage file systems.
2. Manage storage integrity.

Goal 4:  Troubleshoot printing problems.

1. Given a scenario, perform printer maintenance.
2. Troubleshoot communications errors.
3. Troubleshoot imaging errors.

Goal 5:  Troubleshoot networking problems.

1. Select, install and configure networking devices.
2. Troubleshoot errors in network communications hardware errors.
3. Troubleshoot errors in network communications logical errors.

Goal 6:  Configure computer security.

1. Establish appropriate password security.
2. Manage access to file structures.

Goal 7:  Demonstrate customer relations

1. Given a scenario, demonstrate proper communication and professionalism.
2. Develop guidelines for responsiveness to customer IT needs.

CSTC 237 - Network Security

3 Credit: (2 lecture, 2 lab, 0 clinical) 4 Contact Hours: [Pre- or co-requisite: CSTC 127  or CSTC 171 ]

1. Detail the variation in threats posed by a virus, worms, and trojan horses.
2. Define and differentiate the function of Spyware and Spam.
3. Describe adware security threats and its relationship to malware.
4. Detail the similarities and differences of rootkits and botnets.

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

1. Install and maintain service packs, hotfixes and patches.
2. Identify and establish appropriate group policies.
3. Install and maintain antivirus, firewalls, and antispam applications.

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

1. Describe how the TCP/IP Protocol stack can be vulnerable to security threats.
2. Determine threats by spoofing, DoS, and Man-in-the middle and measure to address them.
3. Describe network vulnerabilities from weak passwords and how to secure from them.
4. Describe the process of establishing backdoors and their potential threat from external exploits.
5. Outline threats specifically encountered via wireless infrastructure.

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

1. Create network designs which appropriately utilized DMZ, NAT, VLANs and standard subnetting.
2. Incorporate the use of firewalls and proxy servers to secure from external threats.
3. Develop content filters and protocol analyzers to capture and analyze incoming traffic.

Goal 5:  Apply industry best practices for access control.

1. Create implicit deny, least privilege, and time of day restrictions to control access.
2. Establish appropriate account expiration settings.
3. Create authentication procedures using RADIUS, CHAP, and Kerberos.

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

1. Describe and differentiate between Key management, Confidentiality, and Digital certificates.
2. Define the purpose and application of SSL.TSL, PPTP, HTTPS, L2TP, and IPSEC.

Goal 7:  Explain redundancy planning and its components.

1. Describe various techniques for establishing system backups.
2. Define RAID and UPS technology and how they support a fault tolerance strategy.

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

1. Create policies which incorporate secure disposal of computers.
2. Define end-user organizational acceptable use policies.
3. Develop a plan for personal training.
4. Describe and differentiate between due care and due diligence.

CSTC 242 - Windows Client Administration

3 Credit: (3 lecture, 0 lab, 0 clinical) 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, 0 clinical) 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 law in the United States.
2. Illustrate the complexity of civil law in the 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. Summarize 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. Summarize the roles and responsibilities of the various courts.
2. Generalize sentencing options and their purposes.

Goal 5:  Examine correctional systems.

1. Classify correctional institutions.
2. Examine factors influencing recidivism.
3. Assess the impact of community corrections.
4. Evaluate the juvenile justice system.

CRIM 105 - Physical Fitness for Criminal Justice

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

1. Identify stress management techniques.
2. Identify the importance of maintaining positive mental health.
3. Identify techniques to improve physical fitness. 
4. Practice techniques to improve physical fitness.

Goal 2: Students will explain the fitness requirements of various criminal justice professions.

1. Identify the components of Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards physical fitness test.
2. Identify the components of the Michigan Department of Corrections physical fitness test.
3. Identify the components of the Michigan Sheriffs’ Coordinating and Training Council Physical Abilities Test.

CRIM 110 - Introduction to Corrections

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

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

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

1. Examine the legal process.
2. Examine the federal criminal justice system.
3. Examine the state criminal justice system.
4. Assess the impact of politics on corrections.

Goal 3:  Examine sentencing of criminals.

1. Illustrate sentencing alternatives.
2. Examine probation.
3. Examine 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 corrections system.

1. Explore the roles of the correctional staff.
2. Profile the correctional offender.
3. Examine correctional institutions.
4. Examine various types of correctional supervision.

CRIM 120 - Corrections Institutions/Facilities

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

1. Explain historical perspective of correctional punishment.
2. Examine various designs of correctional institutions.
3. Compare security and classification levels of correctional institutions.

Goal 2: Examine policy and procedure guidelines relative to operation of correctional institutions.

1. Examine classification of inmates within correctional institutions.
2. Examine requirements of support operations within correctional institutions.
3. Compare the balance of correctional institutions relating to punishment and rehabilitation.

Goal 3: Examine legal issues relative to operations of correctional institutions.

1. Demonstrate an understanding of constitutional rights within correctional institutions.
2. Contrast the offender’s legal rights with their need for security, order and rehabilitation.

Goal 4: Examine various staff roles in corrections.

1. Explore roles of staff in a correctional setting.
2. Compare roles of line staff with those in supervision.

CRIM 130 - Criminal Investigation

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

1. Describe methods in protecting a crime scene.
2. Describe different types and methods of collecting evidence.
3. Determine victims, witnesses and suspects within investigations, and the processes thereof.
4. Summarize documentation of a crime scene.
5. Summarize the criminal justice process regarding legal paperwork and filings.

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

1. Describe investigative activities and available external resources for different violations of law.
2. Evaluate the admissibility of evidence for specific crimes.
3. Understand different tests a crime lab can perform on an item of evidence.

Goal 3:  Describe appropriate investigative techniques for specialized investigations.

1. Outline the investigator’s responsibilities in a death investigation.
2. Outline the investigator’s responsibilities of various property and violent crimes.
3. Summarize the investigator’s responsibilities explaining evidence seized as it relates to the elements of a crime and case law.

Goal 4:  Perform crime scene evidence collection techniques.

1. Demonstrate the use of fingerprinting kits.
2. Demonstrate the use of plaster to cast footprints.

CRIM 136 - Communication in Criminal Justice

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

1. Build professional portfolio.
2. Explain how human senses correlate to gathering information in the criminal justice field.
3. Explain Maslow’s Hierarchy and how it effects employees in the criminal justice field. 

Goal 2:  Describe law enforcement communication requirements.

1. Demonstrate the field note taking process.
2. Demonstrate differences between an interview and interrogation.
3. Prepare various communication reports.

Goal 3:  Understand correctional communication requirements.

1. Demonstrate basic booking/intake procedures and documentation.
2. Examine how to verify the ID of representatives from other agencies.
3. Inventory an inmate’s personal property.

Goal 4:  Demonstrate legal testimony techniques.

1. Explain the process of preparing for testimony.
2. Demonstrate answering questions in a formalized setting.
3. Examine differences between testifying, submitting a matter of record, or participating in a deposition.

CRIM 210 - American Criminal Law

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

1. Explain the components of the criminal justice system.
2. Examine the sources of criminal law.
3. Explain the necessity of meeting the essential elements of any crime.
4. Understand criminal responsibility, the capacity to commit crime, and the defenses.

Goal 2:  Describe various crimes against persons.

1. Examine basic crimes against persons.
2. Define sex offenses.

Goal 3:  Describe various crimes against property.

1. Examine property-based crimes.

Goal 4:  Describe various crimes against communities and nation.

1. Examine community-related crimes.
2. Examine crimes against governmental interests.

Goal 5:  Conduct legal research.

1. Examine various legal research sources.
2. Prepare legal briefs.

CRIM 230 - Juvenile Delinquency

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

1. Summarize the historical development of the Juvenile Justice System.

Goal 2:  Examine the theories of Juvenile Delinquency.

1. Explain the theories of Juvenile Delinquency.
2. Define key terms regarding theories of causation.
3. Describe how different theories may explain delinquent behavior.

Goal 3:  Examine the adolescent and the influence of the family, community and environment.

1. Describe the influences the family, community and environment have on youth.
2. Describe effects of child abuse and neglect.
3. Define key terms regarding elements that lead to or prevent delinquent behavior.
4. Explain delinquency prevention strategies.

Goal 4:  Examine Juvenile Justice process through the police, courts, and corrections practices.

1. Describe key Supreme Court cases that have influenced current Juvenile Justice practices.
2. Explain the role of police and delinquency.
3. Explain the role of courts and delinquency.
4. Explain the role of corrections/treatment and delinquency.

Goal 5:  Examine the current trends in Juvenile Justice.

1. Describe current events and trends within Juvenile Delinquency.

CRIM 250 - Client Relations in Corrections

3 Credit: (3 lecture, 0 lab, 0 clinical) 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 attitude formation.

1. Identify how the media impacts 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. Explain the various professional responses to human behavior.
2. Illustrate how human variables impact diplomacy and 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, 0 clinical) 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:  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 5:  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 6:  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 7:  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 110 - Photographic Foundations I

3 Credit: (1 lecture, 2 lab, 0 clinical) 3 Contact Hours: [Pre- or co-requisite: ARTS 140 ] 

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, 0 clinical) 3 Contact Hours: [Pre- or co-requisite: ARTS 140 ] 

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, 0 clinical) 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, 0 clinical) 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, 0 clinical) 3 Contact Hours: [DART 120 ]

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, 0 clinical) 3 Contact Hours: [DART 130  and 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.

ECDV 110 - Child Development: Infants & Toddlers

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

This course provides an in-depth study of the role of an early childhood program administrator in such areas as program administration; program planning; staff administration; management of health, safety, and nutrition components; budgeting, family involvement, and maintaining program quality.
OFFERED: spring semesters

Course Goals/ Objectives/ Competencies:
Goal 1:  Display understanding of the broad responsibilities of an early childhood program director.

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, 0 clinical) 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 161 - Adversity, Trauma, and Resiliency in Childhood

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

1. Articulate the situations that cause stress/trauma at the individual, family, and community levels.
2. Describe how stress and trauma differ.
3. Discuss situations that cause stress in children 0-18.
4. Identify and explain acute, chronic, and compound stressors.
5. Apply concepts of stress, trauma, and resilience to work with young children.

Goal 2: Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of adversity on cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development in children, and the characteristics, habits, and identifying behaviors of trauma.

1. Summarize grief in children by cognitive stage.
2. Describe the effect of fear on overall development.
3. Discuss how a child’s developmental characteristics influence his or her perception of stressful situations.
4. Articulate symptoms of children who are experiencing stress and signs of trauma.
5. Explain how previous life circumstances affect responses to current or new trauma/stress.

Goal 3: Demonstrate an understanding of the effect of secondary trauma on adults.

1. Describe the signs of secondary trauma in adults.
2. Discuss self-care techniques, and articulate the importance of incorporating them.
3. Articulate challenges to preventing secondary or vicarious trauma.
4. Explain how previous life circumstances affect adult responses to caring for children with trauma.

Goal 4: Demonstrate an understanding of resiliency factors.

1. Describe individual resiliency factors.
2. Discuss the effects of early, consistent, responsive care on resilience.
3. Articulate the importance of family resiliency factors.
4. Explain the cumulative effects of resiliency factors at the individual, family, and community levels.

Goal 5: Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of models that enhance resiliency in children.

1. Describe the importance of adults as models and adult/child interactions in promoting resiliency.
2. Articulate understanding of the impact of altruistic urges and story reframing on resiliency.
3. Summarize the importance of social-emotional learning as a tool to enhance resiliency.
4. Explain the role problem solving and decision making in enhancing resiliency.
5. Identify the resources available to assist adults in enhancing resiliency and reducing stress in children.

Goal 6: Demonstrate an understanding of trauma resolution techniques.

1. Explain the importance of helping children tell his/her unique story.
2. Discuss types of play that allow children to release aspects of trauma.
3. Describe how work with dreams, visualizations, and memories can help with trauma resolution.
4. Identify the benefits of writing, drawing, discussion, and other forms of expression in trauma resolution.

ECDV 162 - Guiding Children’s Behavior

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

1. Define self-esteem.
2. Identify behaviors and characteristics that indicate the development of healthy self-esteem.
3. Identify behaviors and characteristics that indicate the development of poor self-esteem.
4. Evaluate self-esteem and reflect on how it developed in terms of personal history.

Goal 2: Demonstrate understanding of the influence of personal history on interaction with children.

1. Describe traits, characteristics, and behaviors unique to yourself.
2. Articulate the influence of the values and beliefs of your family of origin on your present self.
3. Explain the effect of time and location on your beliefs, goals, and behavior expectations.
4. Summarize how these experiences influence behavior expectations when working with children.

Goal 3: Demonstrate understanding of factors that influence children’s behavior.

1. Explain how individual factors influence children’s behavior.
2. Describe adult/adult communication strategies and how they impact children’s behavior.
3. Identify environmental components that impact children’s behavior.
4. Summarize the role adults play in influencing children’s behavior.

Goal 4: Demonstrate understanding of parenting styles and the translation to teaching styles.

1. Identify personal parenting/teaching style.
2. Describe the characteristics of that style and discuss the associated benefits and challenges.
3. Discuss the influence your style has on adult/child interactions.

Goal 5: Demonstrate understanding of positive guidance techniques.

1. Compare and contrast punishment and discipline and identify the subsequent benefits and consequences.
2. Discuss a variety of positive guidance techniques.
3. Describe strategies for implementing positive guidance with young children.
4. Summarize the relationship between positive guidance and children’s self-esteem.

Goal 6: Apply concepts of self-esteem and adult/child interactions to work with young children 

1. Outline strategies for implementing positive guidance practices in work with young children.
2. Create a representation of factors that contribute to the development of self-esteem.

ECDV 200 - CDA: The Credentialing Process

2 Credit: (2 lecture, 0 lab, 0 clinical) 2 Contact Hours: [ECDV 120 ][Pre- or co-requisite:  ECDV 150 ]

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, 0 clinical) 3 Contact Hours: [Reading Level 3  and Math Level 3 ]

1. Explain the laws of demand/supply.
2. Identify determinants for changes in quantity demand/supply and changes in demand supply.
3. Graph supply and demand in context of real-world market events.

Goal 2:  Discuss economic theories about the role of government on a nation’s economy.

1. Compare economic systems based on what, who, and how goods are produced.
2. Identify basic tradeoffs societies face between efficiency and equity.
3. Differentiate Keynesian, Classical/Neoclassical, Supply Side, Monetarist, and emerging theories.

Goal 3:  Understand role of Fiscal Policy on stabilizing the national economy.

1. Discuss role of taxation and spending to control business cycle deviations.
2. Identify local, state, federal governments main sources of tax revenue.
3. Discuss how government policy incentivizes consumer and producer decision making.
4. Explore ways governmental decisions on taxation, spending, protections, and regulation may impact the macroeconomy.

Goal 4:  Understand role of Federal Reserve and Monetary Policy in establishing stable growing economy.

1. Explain impact of Fractional Reserve System regarding deposits and loans.
2. Discuss role of Federal Reserve on stable prices, low unemployment, and economic growth.
3. Explain how purchases and sale of Treasury Bonds impact interest rates.
4. Recognize causes and consequences of Financial Crisis of 2008.

Goal 5:  Interpret basic economic indicators as they relate to economic growth.

1. Understand the business cycles in terms of inflation and unemployment.
2.  Distinguish between natural and cyclical unemployment.
3.  Calculate simple examples of basic economic indicators such as GDP, per capita GDP, unemployment rates, economic growth rate, inflation, and Consumer Price Indexes.
4. Identify factors that contribute to economic growth.

Goal 6:  Apply economic models in context of real-world market events.

1. Label economic models correctly.
2. Explain instances of current market activity using economic theory and models.
3. Interpret the relationship between households, business firms on circular flow model.
4. Apply economic models such as LRAS, AE, Keynesian Cross, Money Market, Phillips Curve, Loanable Funds Market, Money Supply curve.

ECON 216 - Principles of Microeconomics

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

1. Model Production Possibilities Frontier relationships.
2. Identify opportunity costs in representative economic scenarios.
3. Interpret indifference curves.
4. Model elasticity, utility, and market surplus theory.
5. Calculate simple elasticity, utility, market surplus problems.
6. Explain the role of Marginal Analysis in economic decision making. 

Goal 2:  Compare market structure influence on business price and quantity decisions.

1. Differentiate market structure characteristics.
2. Model monopoly, monopolistic competition, oligopoly and perfect competition.
3. Infer the impact of market structure on firm decisions about price and quantity.

Goal 3:  Understand role of trade in economic development and interdependence.

1. Classify comparative and absolute advantage specialization and gains from trade.
2. Calculate basic examples of comparative and absolute advantages.
3. Interpret tariffs, quotas, and subsidies on international trade.
4. Model foreign exchange of currency at a basic level.
5. Interpret impact of appreciation/depreciation on domestic markets.
6. Describe the role of trade organizations.
7. Discuss protectionism and impact on trade regulation.

Goal 4:  Examine factor markets (land, labor, capital) and wage determination.

1.  Identify the risks, returns and characteristics of entrepreneurs.
2.  Discuss factors affecting contemporary markets for labor.
3. Model market for labor supply and demand. 

Goal 5:  Investigate the role of government in efficient and inefficient markets.

1. Interpret impact of price controls in competitive markets.
2. Model impact of taxation, subsidies, and regulation to achieve social optimization.
3. Differentiate the characteristics of private and public goods.
4. Explore market implications of income and wealth inequality.

EDUC 100 - Exploring Education: Teaching as a Profession

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

  Course Goals/ Objectives/ Competencies:
Goal 1:  Analyze their motivation, personal and professional characteristics, ethics, and dispositions as they relate to becoming a professional educator.

1. Reflect on their own educational history and how it can affect the type of teacher they become.
2. Examine teachers’ rights and responsibilities as they perform their professional duties.

Goal 2:  Identify the components of the teacher education preparation program at the university level.

1. Identify examples of the academic language associated with teacher education.
2. Examine the requirements of the State of Michigan for earning a teaching certificate.

Goal 3:  Explore PK-12 educational settings.

1. Observe in PK-12 educational settings.
2. Discuss the educational setting with PK-12 teachers and preservice teacher peers.

Goal 4:  Evaluate the PK-12 environment for the impact of physical space, teaching, and learning.

1. Examine the relationship between curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
2. Examine factors that might influence a student’s success in school.
3. Examine the impact of available resources on learning.

Goal 5:  Explore professional development opportunities available as a preservice teacher.

1. Explore the support systems that are in place for new and preservice teachers.
2. Discuss the lifelong learning needs of teachers.

Goal 6:  Justify an informed decision about becoming a professional educator.

1. Describe the demands of teaching.
2. Examine how well their personal qualitites fit the demands of teaching.

Goal 7:  Apply the skills of collaboration in the educational context.

1. Describe the roles of communication and collaboration for professionals in an educational setting.
2. Practice professional communication and collaboration with peers and mentor teachers.

Goal 8:  Apply the awareness of diversity in the educational context.

1. Explain why teachers must have an understanding of their students’ lives through a lens of their ethnic, cultural, and daily life experiences.
2. Assess the importance of knowing who students are, what their lives are like, and how they learn best.
3. Examine factors that may hinder a student’s success in school.
4. Discuss how classrooms with diverse students can share a common set of beliefs, values, and goals.

Goal 9:  Articulate an awareness of issues facing prospective teachers in American education.

1. Examine how history informs issues facing teachers today.
2. Identity issues that impact a teacher’s job.
3. Explore how technology impacts the classroom.
4. Explore how legislation impacts the classroom.

ENGL 061 - Academic Literacy

3 Credit: (3 lecture, 0 lab, 0 clinical) 3 Contact Hours: [Pre-requisite: Reading Level 2  and Writing Level 1 ][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

Students must be enrolled concurrently in a section of GNST 100  while they take this course.

  Course Goals/ Objectives/ Competencies:
Goal 1:  Employ an effective reading process for college-level reading.

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 by using textual annotation and notetaking strategies as support.
3. Utilize strategies for working through comprehension difficulties when encountering a challenging passage.
4. Consider author’s choices (e.g., purpose, tone, and style) and the use and effectiveness of supporting evidence.
5. Complete multiple readings of the same text as necessary to promote understanding.

Goal 2:  Demonstrate successful close reading of college-level texts.

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

Goal 3:  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 and determine the pronunciation of new words or phrases.
4. Develop strategies for studying new vocabulary. 

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. Practice peer review.
5. Revise drafts with attention to sentence fluency and word choice.
6. Detect and correct errors in conventions using proofreading and editing strategies.

ENGL 071 - Basic Writing

3 Credit: (3 lecture, 0 lab, 0 clinical) 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, 0 clinical) 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, 0 clinical) 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 195 - Introduction to Literature

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

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 text-based (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 literary analysis. 

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

Goal 3:  Students will synthesize their understanding of primary and secondary literary texts through small and large group discussions.  

Goal 4:  Students will explore connections between works of literature and the universal human experience.  

ENGL 200 - American Thought and Literature: Beginnings - 1865

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

Goal 2: Students will analyze primary literary texts (American fiction, essays, poetry, and drama from colonial times to 1865) through discussion and writing.

1. Demonstrate awareness of the major recurrent patterns, themes, and concerns within and across literary works.
2. Describe the function and value of standard literary elements and devices within literary works.
3. Identify relationships between the literature studied and the lives of the writers.

Goal 3: Students will connect literary texts to the historical/cultural trends and values of their eras.

1. Define and describe the distinguishing characteristics of significant literary periods and movements of American literature from colonial times to 1865.
2. Examine the historical, social, cultural, and creative contexts that influence the writing of literature from period to period, viewing literature as one aspect of a total pattern rather than an isolated discipline.

Goal 4: Students will synthesize their understanding of primary texts and secondary texts by literary and social critics.

ENGL 201 - American Thought and Literature: 1865 - Present

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

Goal 2: Students will analyze primary literary texts (American fiction, essays, poetry, and drama from the immediate post-Civil-War era to present) through discussion and writing.

1. Demonstrate awareness of the major recurrent patterns, themes, and concerns within and across literary works.
2. Describe the function and value of standard literary elements and devices within literary works.
3. Identify relationships between the literature studied and the lives of the writers.

Goal 3: Students will connect literary texts to the historical/cultural trends and values of their eras.

1. Define and describe the distinguishing characteristics of significant literary periods and movements of American literature from the immediate post-Civil War era to the present.
2. Examine the historical, social, cultural, and creative contexts that influence the writing of literature from period to period, viewing literature as one aspect of a total pattern rather than an isolated discipline.

Goal 4: Students will synthesize their understanding of primary texts and secondary texts by literary and social critics.

ENGL 220 - British Literature to 1798

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

1. Identify key ideas from representative authors and works, significant historical and cultural events, and characteristic perspectives expressed in literature of different periods or regions.  

Goal 2:  Students will analyze thematic and stylistic characteristics of works studied.

1. Describe distinct literary characteristics of the time period for their structure and meaning, using correct terminology and examples from different genres.

Goal 3:  Students will document conclusions they draw in written responses to literary works studied.

1. Engage in literary discussion by formulating informed responses with evidence to support personal interpretation of the works assigned.  
2. Compose critical response papers about the assigned readings in clear and grammatically correct prose using MLA format.  

ENGL 221 - British Literature since 1798

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

1. Identify key ideas from representative authors and works, significant historical and cultural events, and characteristic perspectives expressed in literature of different periods or regions.  

Goal 2:  Students will analyze thematic and stylistic characteristics of works studied.

1. Describe distinct literary characteristics of the time period for their structure and meaning, using correct terminology and examples from different genres.

Goal 3:  Students will document conclusions they draw in written responses to literary works studied.

1. Engage in literary discussion by formulating informed responses with evidence to support personal interpretation of the works assigned.  
2. Compose critical response papers about the assigned readings in clear and grammatically correct prose using MLA format.  

ENGL 235 - Children’s Literature

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

What if? by Anne Bernays and Pam Painter                                                    

Creative Writing: an Introduction to Poetry and Fiction by David Starkey       

Creative Writing: Four Genres in Brief by David Starky

A Poetry Handbook by Mary Oliver 

  Course Goals/ Objectives/ Competencies:
Goal 1:  Create original short stories using narrative modes expected in fiction.

1. Utilize descriptive details, images or symbols in creating believable characters, mood, setting, or emphasizing theme.
2. Explore action and thought as a means of revealing character and motivation, creating suspense and moving the plot forward.
3. Select the point of view and setting appropriate to story’s theme.
4. Create dialogue that individualizes character and moves the plot forward.
5. Craft scenes to move stories through the various plot stages.
6. Recognize and practice using language effectively to create style, tone and voice. 

Goal 2:  Craft original free verse and fixed form poems.

1. Practice imagery and sense impressions to create a sense of immediacy and vibrancy.
2. Utilize figurative language to create and develop meaning.
3. Execute effective choices in the use of line length and line breaks.
4. Craft effective stanzas to shape and control the poem’s movement.
5. Practice various sound devices, and rhyme and rhyme patterns effectively.
6. Recognize the impact of denotation and connotation and evoke desired emotions with their use.
7. Recognize and practice using language effectively to create and develop voice. 

Goal 3:  Revise and edit original work.

1. Generate successive drafts of poems and short stories.
2. Participate as a reader/critic in peer group work and workshopping.
3. Respond to and integrate constructive feedback to enhance work.

ENGL 271 - Study Abroad: English

3 Credit: (1 lecture, 2 lab, 0 clinical) 3 Contact Hours:

1. Define shared components of cultures.
2. Recognize the various aspects of host country’s values. 
3. Examine subcultures of the host country. 
4. Explain the influence of culture on human behavior and communication. 

Goal 2:  Engage as a global citizen. 

1. Participate in various cultural activities. 
2. Describe differences and commonalities. 
3. Demonstrate appreciation of the host country’s life ways. 

Goal 3:  Relate study abroad experience into one’s personal and professional life. 

1. Articulate the value of study abroad experience.
2. Reflect on one’s own cultural identity.
3. Express the impact on your world view. 

Goal 4:  Explore writing as a tool for discovering, sharing, and interpreting personal encounters with new people, places, and cultures through the genre of travel writing.

1. Develop a list of characteristics and conventions of travel writing by exploring published examples of the genre.
2. Keep a travel journal during the study abroad trip.
3. Compose a short travel memoir based on an experience during the study abroad trip.
4. Utilize the writing center for feedback during the travel memoir writing process.
5. Submit the travel memoir for publication in support of MCC’s study abroad program.

ENVR 101 - Environmental Science (Lecture and Lab)

4 Credit: (3 lecture, 2 lab, 0 clinical) 5 Contact Hours: [Reading Level 3  and Writing Level 3  and Math Level 3 ]

1. Describe the basic process of doing science (e.g. the scientific method).
2. Summarize environmental science approaches to doing science, including end goals (i.e sustainability).
3. Summarize core chemical concepts related to matter and energy.
4. Describe how energy and nutrients move through the biotic and abiotic components of ecosystems.

Goal 2:  Describe ecological concepts related to species diversity and survival.

1. Describe the importance of biodiversity to a healthy ecosystem and planet.
2. Explain how evolutionary processes and species roles affect biodiversity.
3. Describe common community interactions, including their impact on species survival.
4. Describe the role of climate in shaping aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems.
5. Distinguish between common terrestrial and aquatic biomes.
6. Explain the importance of ecosystem services and its relationship with biodiversity.
7. Summarize core concepts of population growth, with an emphasis on human population growth trends.

Goal 3:  Describe how humans use the abiotic resources of our planet such as soil, water, minerals, and energy.

1. Distinguish between renewable and non-renewable resource use.
2. Summarize food production techniques, including their effect on the environment.
3. Analyze different methods for sustainable farming practices.
4. Describe how human actions affect the physical and chemical nature of common aquatic ecosystems.
5. Give examples of nonrenewable mineral resources and their uses by humans.
6. Compare methods for extracting minerals.
7. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of different fossil fuel use (petroleum, natural gas, coal, etc.).
8. Compare different renewable energy sources such as solar cells, hydropower, wind power, geothermal, etc.

Goal 4:  Summarize common environmental problems caused by use of natural resources and possible actions for reducing the human impact.

1. Identify current biological and chemical health hazards facing the human population.
2. Describe ways of detecting hazards and reducing risk to populations.
3. Describe different types of air pollution.
4. Summarize causes and effects of climate change to our planet.
5. Compare different methods for slowing climate change.
6. Describe common problems created by solid and hazardous wastes.
7. Explain different options for reducing and/or safely disposing of waste products.

Goal 5:  Evaluate different approaches and solutions to current environmental problems.

1. Describe possible solutions to today’s major environmental problems.
2. Summarize how human society (social, cultural, political, religious, demographics, etc.) influences approaches to environmental problems and solutions.
3. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of a given solution in terms of its impact on both the human population and the natural world.
4. Evaluate the impact of one’s own resource use on the local and/or global environment.

Goal 6:  Demonstrate an understanding of the scientific method.  

1. Define hypothesis, theory, law, independent variable, dependent variable, and control. 
2. Describe the steps of the scientific process (method). 
3. List characteristics of good scientific methodology and experimentation. 
4. Identify variables, controls, and constants in a given experiment. 
5. Interpret data presented in different formats (text, table, graph, etc.). 
6. Draw valid conclusions from data. 
7. Clearly summarize experiments or research topics in a common scientific way such as lab reports, presentations, debate, etc.

Goal 7:  Demonstrate proper use of laboratory tools and procedures. 

1. Perform measurements using the metric system. 
2. Identify common lab equipment.
3. Demonstrate correct use of common lab equipment.
4. Select the correct lab tools or procedures for the desired outcome.

ENVR 102 - Environmental Science (Lecture Only)

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

1. Describe the basic process of doing science (e.g. the scientific method).
2. Summarize environmental science approaches to doing science, including end goals (i.e sustainability).
3. Summarize core chemical concepts related to matter and energy.
4. Describe how energy and nutrients move through the biotic and abiotic components of ecosystems.

Goal 2:  Describe ecological concepts related to species diversity and survival.

1. Describe the importance of biodiversity to a healthy ecosystem and planet.
2. Explain how evolutionary processes and species roles affect biodiversity.
3. Describe common community interactions, including their impact on species survival.
4. Describe the role of climate in shaping aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems.
5. Distinguish between common terrestrial and aquatic biomes.
6. Explain the importance of ecosystem services and its relationship with biodiversity.
7. Summarize core concepts of population growth, with an emphasis on human population growth trends.

Goal 3:  Describe how humans use the abiotic resources of our planet such as soil, water, minerals, and energy.

1. Distinguish between renewable and non-renewable resource use.
2. Summarize food production techniques, including their effect on the environment.
3. Analyze different methods for sustainable farming practices.
4. Describe how human actions affect the physical and chemical nature of common aquatic ecosystems.
5. Give examples of nonrenewable mineral resources and their uses by humans.
6. Compare methods for extracting minerals.
7. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of different fossil fuel use (petroleum, natural gas, coal, etc.).
8. Compare different renewable energy sources such as solar cells, hydropower, wind power, geothermal, etc.

Goal 4:  Summarize common environmental problems caused by use of natural resources and possible actions for reducing the human impact.

1. Identify current biological and chemical health hazards facing the human population.
2. Describe ways of detecting hazards and reducing risk to populations.
3. Describe different types of air pollution.
4. Summarize causes and effects of climate change to our planet.
5. Compare different methods for slowing climate change.
6. Describe common problems created by solid and hazardous wastes.
7. Explain different options for reducing and/or safely disposing of waste products.

Goal 5:  Evaluate different approaches and solutions to current environmental problems.

1. Describe possible solutions to today’s major environmental problems.
2. Summarize how human society (social, cultural, political, religious, demographics, etc.) influences approaches to environmental problems and solutions.
3. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of a given solution in terms of its impact on both the human population and the natural world.
4. Evaluate the impact of one’s own resource use on the local and/or global environment.

Goal 6:  Demonstrate an understanding of the scientific method.  

1. Define hypothesis, theory, law, independent variable, dependent variable, and control. 
2. Describe the steps of the scientific process (method). 
3. List characteristics of good scientific methodology and experimentation. 
4. Identify variables, controls, and constants in a given experiment. 
5. Interpret data presented in different formats (text, table, graph, etc.). 
6. Draw valid conclusions from data. 

FREN 120 - Elementary French I

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

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:  Apply use of language and coherent French pronunciation by introducing themselves and others in French using basic terms.

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

Goal 3:  Demonstrate social interactions in French.

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:  Demonstrate a basic understanding of French grammar.

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 5:  Distinguish, at a basic level, cultural awareness in the language.

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, 0 clinical) 4 Contact Hours: [FREN 120 ]

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

Goal 2:  Correspond in French orally and in writing.

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 hypotheses.

Goal 3:  Demonstrate various verb tenses in French orally and in writing.

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

Goal 4:  Display use of proper French language and etiquette in public.

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:  Articulate the use of French grammar (especially verb tenses).

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 - Success Skills for the 21st Century

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

Goal 2:  Demonstrate personal study skills.

Goal 3:  Demonstrate self-awareness.

Goal 4:  Demonstrate self motivation.

Goal 5:  Demonstrate emotional intelligence.

Goal 6:  Demonstrate self management.

Goal 7:  Demonstrate interdependence.

Goal 8:  Examine the process of critical thinking.

Goal 9:  Explore diversity. 

Goal 10:  Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning.

Goal 11:  Demonstrate the ability to solve a problem. 

Goal 12:  Develop an educational plan.

Goal 13:  Demonstrate written communication skills.

Goal 14:  Demonstrate oral communication skills.

GNST 110 - Career Development

1 Credit: (1 lecture, 0 lab, 0 clinical) 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, 0 clinical) 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.

GERM 101 - German I

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

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

Goal 2:  Identify simple sentence structures in German.

1. Recognize subject pronouns and their proper verb forms; conjugate German verbs in present tense.
2. Recall common verbs, the infinitive form and stem in German.
3. Recite German pronunciation and the German alphabet.
4. Determine Nominative (subject case) and Accusative (direct object case) German noun cases.
5. Recognize German noun gender and direct/indirect articles.
6. Identify 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. Identify days of week, months and seasons, and quote time 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, 0 clinical) 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. Articulate past events using verb forms of the present perfect (in German: “conversational past”); be familiar with past participle forms of verbs.
4. Recall and recite fundamental measurements and features of the metric system.

Goal 2:  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. Identify simple and main-subordinate sentence structures using subordinating conjunctions if/whether - ob and that - daß.
3. Convey German pronunciation and free speaking skills.
4. Employ prepositions accompanied by the Accusative (direct object case).
5. Formulate 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:  Recognize and demonstrate 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, 0 clinical) 3 Contact Hours: [Reading Level 3 ]

1. Identify key indigenous cultures and their interactions with Europeans over the period.
2. Examine the forces behind contact, exploration, and conquest of the Western Hemisphere by Europeans.
3. Analyze the colonial experience through an exploration of the economic, political, and social developments of the period.
4. Apprise the key factors leading to the drafting of the Declaration of Independence, outbreak of the Revolutionary War, and the approval of the U.S. Constitution.
5. Review the leading causes and pressures of rising tensions leading to the outbreak of the Civil War.
6. Examine the evolution of democratic institutions and values over the period.

Goal 2:  Identify and evaluate the effects of ethnocentrism, nationalism, and sectionalism on contact and conquest, America’s founding era, and the outbreak of the Civil War.  

1. Analyze the effects of cultural diversity and/or homogeneity on ethnocentrism, nationalism, and sectionalism over the period.
2. Examine the sectional interests of colonial America while analyzing the economic, political, and social structures contributing to the outbreak of the Civil War.
3. Develop an understanding of how the concept of eurocentric international diplomacy progressed over the period of study and contributes to international relations today.

Goal 3:  Assess the interactions of Indigenous, African, and Euro-American individuals, populations, and cultures to identify the contributions, struggles, and conflicts of each, particularly in relation to one another.

1. Examine the role of group identities and interactions between disparate cultures and peoples to identify the political, economic, and social structures resulting from these experiences.
2. Evaluate how group orientations contributed to rising tensions and the outbreak of the Civil War.
3. Identify cultural norms and expectations which undergird interactions between majority and minority groups in American history.
4. Compare and contrast the role of group identities and interactions during the period of study to present-day to explore how economic, political, and social structures can facilitate or diminish group tensions.

HIST 251 - United States History Since 1865

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

1. Analyze the Age of Reconstruction in the American South, with a particular focus on the economic, political, and social structures that precipitated its end and determined future events.
2. Examine the industrial revolution in the United States and its effects on the economic, political, and social standing of communities throughout the country.
3. Review the progressive era while identifying its continuing effects on modern society.
4. Review and evaluate America’s entry into armed conflict over the period.  
5. Apprise the rise of the United States to a position of world power and influence.
6. Explore key aspects of the Cold War and how it shaped American foreign policy.
7. Describe how American culture, norms, and democratic values transitioned over the period.  

Goal 2:  Identify and evaluate the effects of ethnocentrism, nationalism, and sectionalism on the continued development of the United States and its position in the world.

1. Analyze the effects of cultural diversity and/or homogeneity on ethnocentrism, nationalism, and sectionalism over the period.
2. Examine the sectional interests of Reconstruction America while analyzing whether the resulting economic, political, and social structures exert influence today.
3. Develop an understanding of how American international diplomacy progressed over the period and contributes to international relations today.

Goal 3:  Assess the interactions of American groups and peoples to identify the contributions, struggles, and conflicts of each, particularly in relation to one another.

1. Examine the role of group identities and interactions to assess the political, economic, and social structures resulting from these experiences.
2. Evaluate how group orientations contributed to rising tensions and conflict during Reconstruction.
3. Explore the Civil Rights Movement and Women’s Suffrage.
4. Identify cultural norms and expectations which undergird interactions between majority and minority groups in American history.
5. Compare and contrast the role of group identities and interactions from earlier periods to present-day to identify how economic, political, and social structures can exacerbate or diminish group tensions.

HIST 257 - 21st Century World: Global History & Issues since 1900

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

In addition, a significant theme of this course focuses on global interdependence–emphasiszing global patterns of integration while examining issues and events, not as isolated occurences, but in terms of their global linkages.  In doing so, a more balanced treatment of developed and developing countries is the goal.
OFFERED: odd-year spring semesters

Suggested textbook(s);  either –Crossley, et. al., Global Society: The World Since 1900.  3rd ed. Wadsworth, 2013.  OR –  Best, et. al. International History of the 20th Century and Beyond. 3rd ed. Routledge, 2015.

  Course Goals/ Objectives/ Competencies:
Goal 1:  Demonstrate a working knowledge of the significant global events, personalities, issues, conflicts, movements, revolutions, & technological, social, economic developments since the turn of the 20th Century.

1. Recognize the location of nation states.
2. Recognize the themes of global interrelatedness, identity & diversity, mass society, and the impact of technology and human activity on the environment.
3. Identify historical examples of imperialism since the late 19th century.
4. Evaluate the impact and significance of the World Wars.
5. Appraise the influence of major political and economic ideologies on global developments in the last century.
6. Compare and contrast historical and contemporary independence movements around the world.
7. Recognize the legacy of the Cold War.
8. Assess the rise of autocracy, ultra-nationalism, repression and their contribution to marginalization of peoples and the global refugee crisis.
9. Examine the economic development struggles and successes in various regions of the world.
10. Assess the prospects for peace in the 21st Century.

Goal 2:  Demonstrate critical thinking skills.

1. Concatenate the various international trends and developments of the last 120 years and evaluate how they contribute to our contemporary world.
2. Manifest comprehension of key aspects of international history on maps, quizzes, exams, papers, & presentations.

Goal 3:  Demonstrate written communication skills.

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

Goal 4:  Demonstrate oral communication skills.

1. Exchange viewpoints in a small group setting and arrive at consensus in response to critical thinking issues 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.

MTA HFA - Humanities & Fine Arts

• ARTS 190  
• ARTS 215  
• ARTS 216  
• ARTS 265  
• ENGL 195  
• ENGL 200  
• ENGL 201  
• ENGL 220  
• ENGL 221  
• FREN 120  
• FREN 121  
• GERM 101  
• GERM 102  
• MUSI 101  
• PHIL 220  
• PHIL 221  
• PHIL 222  
• PHIL 230  
• SPAN 130  
• SPAN 131  

• listed on individual course cards

INDS 106 - Pneumatics

3 Credit: (1 lecture, 2 open lab, 0 clinical) 3 Contact Hours: [ATMN 110 ]

1. Adhere to pneumatic system safety rules.
2. Understand pneumatic pressure and flow concepts.
3. Demonstrate valve operations.

Goal 2:  Understand pneumatic system maintenance.

1. Service a pneumatic filter.
2. Overhaul a pneumatic lubricator.
3. Replace fluid circuit components.

Goal 3:  Demonstrate troubleshooting techniques for pneumatic systems.

1. Troubleshoot air preparation.
2. Troubleshoot pneumatic actuators and valves.
3. Troubleshoot vacuum systems.

Goal 4:  Demonstrate the skills to earn industry certification.

INDS 107 - Hydraulics

3 Credit: (1 lecture, 2 open lab, 0 clinical) 3 Contact Hours: [ATMN 110 ]

1. Adhere to hydraulic system safety rules.
2. Understand hydraulic pressure and flow concepts.
3. Demonstrate valve operations.

Goal 2:  Understand hydraulic system maintenance.

1. Service Hydraulic filters and fluids.
2. Replace fittings, seals, hoses, and tubing.
3. Replace hydraulic components.

Goal 3:  Demonstrate troubleshooting techniques for hydraulic systems.

1. Troubleshoot hydraulic pumps.
2. Troubleshoot hydraulic actuators and valves.
3. Troubleshoot hydraulic circuits.

Goal 4:  Demonstrate the skills to earn Industry certification.

INDS 119 - Introduction to Industrial Mathematics

3 Credit: (1 lecture, 2 lab, 0 clinical) 3 Contact Hours:

1. Explain mass
2. Explain density
3. Explain force
4. Explain torque
5. Explain pressure  

Goal 2:  Apply basic mathematics to whole numbers in industrial applications

1. Perform addition of whole numbers
2. Perform subtraction of whole numbers
3. Perform multiplication of whole numbers
4. Perform division of whole numbers
5. Find the average of a group of whole numbers
6. Explain the significance of the zero digit in a number

Goal 3:  Apply basic mathematics to decimals in industrial applications

1. Perform addition of numbers with decimals
2. Perform subtraction of numbers with decimals
3. Perform multiplication of numbers with decimals
4. Perform division of numbers with decimals
5. Find the average of a group of numbers with decimals  

Goal 4:  Apply basic mathematics to fractions in industrial applications

1. Find the lowest common denominator
2. Perform addition of fractions
3. Perform subtraction of fractions
4. Perform multiplication of fractions
5. Perform division of fractions
6. Find the average of a group of fractions  

Goal 5:  Apply basic mathematics to metric numbers in industrial applications

1. Perform addition of metric numbers
2. Perform subtraction of metric numbers
3. Perform multiplication of metric numbers
4. Perform division of metric numbers
5. Find the average of a group of metric numbers  

Goal 6:  Apply basic mathematics conversions in industrial applications

1. Explain the differences between decimals and fractions
2. Convert decimals to fractions
3. Convert fractions to decimals
4. Identify metric prefixes and their values
5. Convert metric numbers to imperial/U.S. numbers
6. Convert imperial/U.S. numbers to metric numbers
7. Convert Celsius to Fahrenheit 
8. Convert Fahrenheit to Celsius  

Goal 7:  Apply basic geometry to industrial applications

1. Calculate the perimeter of geometric shapes
2. Calculate the area of geometric shapes
3. Calculate the volume of geometric shapes
4. Calculate the perimeter of a triangle
5. Compare types of angles
6. Measure angles

INDS 122 - Industrial Applied Algebra

2 Credit: (2 lecture, 0 lab, 0 clinical) 2 Contact Hours: [Math Level 3 ]

1. Employ a calculator to do addition.
2. Employ a calculator to do subtraction.
3. Employ a calculator to do multiplication.
4. Employ a calculator to do division.
5. Employ a calculator to find a reciprocal of a number.
6. Employ a calculator to find a square of a number.
7. Employ a calculator to find a square root of a number.
8. Employ the memory key on a calculator.
9. Employ the fraction key on a calculator.

Goal 2:  Employ algebra as used in industry.

1. Convert from scientific notation to conventional numbers.
2. Solve machine tool problems involving whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percents, and proportions.
3. Identify and compare values of signed numbers on a number line using absolute values.
4. Add, subtract, multiply and divide using signed numbers.
5. Define the basic terms of an algebraic expression.
6. Add and subtract algebraic terms.
7. Simplify expressions containing symbols of inclusion, (), [], {}.
8. Simplify expressions by applying the order of operations rule.
9. Multiply two or more algebraic terms.
10. Multiply a term by a quantity.
11. Multiply a quantity by a quantity.
12. Evaluate the numerical value of an algebraic expression.
13. Solve linear equations using the addition, subtraction, multiplication and division properties of equality.
14. Solve linear equations which require two or more properties of equality.
15. Solve an equation by using the equality principle of powers or roots.
16. Solve a formula for any variable it contains.
17. Solve equations containing symbols of inclusion.
18. Translate simple English phrases and sentences into algebraic expressions and equations and solve the equations.
19. Solve problems involving ratio and proportion.
20. Solve problems involving similar figures.
21. Solve percent application problems.
22. Solve problems involving direct and indirect variation.
23. Solve quadratic equations using the quadratic formula.
24. Solve shop application problems using combinations of the methods described above.      

INDS 124 - Industrial Applied Geometry

2 Credit: (2 lecture, 0 lab, 0 clinical) 2 Contact Hours: [INDS 122 ]

1. Define axiom (postulate) and proposition (theorem).
2. Define the basic terms of geometry.
3. Illustrate axioms and propositions with drawings.
4. Define parts of a line.
5. Identify perpendicular lines and segments.
6. Identify parallel lines and segments.
7. State observations about given information and state conclusions.

Goal 2:  Compare the properties of angles.

1. Distinguish between types of angles (using measures).
2. Determine the decimal equivalent of an angle measure.
3. Convert an angle expressed as a decimal to degrees, minutes and seconds.
4. Determine the measure of an included angle.
5. Determine the measures for the complements and supplements of angles.
6. Add, subtract and divide angle measures.
7. Determine angle measures using vertical angles.
8. Determine angle measures using parallel lines and transversals.
9. Determine angle measures using exterior angles.
10. Identify parts of a triangle.
11. Apply the Pythagorean Theorem.
12. Solve application problems about right triangles.
13. Apply the projection of sides proposition.
14. Identify properties of basic polygons.
15. Determine the sum of the interior angles of any polygon.
16. Determine equal angles using parallel and perpendicular sides of polygons.
17. Determine the length of the arc intercepted by a given central angle.
18. Determine the measure of a central angle of a circle.
19. Determine the measures of inscribed angles.
20. Determine the measure of angles formed by two tangents.
21. Determine the measures of angles formed by two secants.
22. Determine the measures of angles formed by secants and tangents.
23. Bisect an angle.
24. Construct the angle bisectors of a triangle.
25. Construct a copy of an angle.

Goal 3:  Examine geometric figures.

1. Using tangent lines to solve problems.
2. Identify similar figures.
3. Solve problems involving similar figures.
4. Solve problems about the angles and sides of quadrilaterals.
5. Apply formulas to find lengths of sides of geometric figures.
6. Identify the basic parts of a circle.
7. Define basic terms used in circular measurement.
8. Determine the perimeter of a plane figure.
9. Determine the circumference of a circle.
10. Determine the area of a rectangle or parallelogram.
11. Determine the area of a square.
12. Determine the area of a trapezoid.
13. Determine the area of a triangle.
14. Determine the area of a circle.
15. Determine the lengths of segments formed by two chords intersecting inside the circle.
16. Construct a circle with a given radius.
17. Construct a regular hexagon.
18. Determine its center given a circle or arc.
19. Construct the altitudes of a triangle.
20. Determine volumes of solids including rectangular solids, cylinders, cones, spheres.
21. Convert between and among English and metric measurements.

Goal 4:  Examine lines.         

1. Bisect a line segment.
2. Construct a line perpendicular to a given line, through a point on the given line.
3. Construct a line perpendicular to a given line, through a point not on the given line.
4. Construct a line parallel to a given line through a point not on the given line.
5. Construct parallel lines.

INDS 127 - Industrial Applied Right Angle and Oblique Trigonometry

2 Credit: (2 lecture, 0 lab, 0 clinical) 2 Contact Hours: [INDS 124 ] 

1. Name and label the basic parts of a right triangle.
2. Construct ratios of sides for a given angle of a right triangle.
3. Name the functions of a given angle using the ratios of the sides of a right triangle.
4. Solve a right triangle given one side and one acute angle.
5. Solve a right triangle given two sides.
6. Apply properties of right triangles to solve practical problems.
7. Apply properties of special right triangles (30-60-90, 45-45-90).
8. Construct auxiliary lines needed to form the right triangles for solving problems.
9. Solve practical shop problems using right triangle trigonometry.
10. Solve for sides and angles of oblique triangles using the Law of Sines.
11. Solve for sides and angles of oblique triangles using the Law of Cosines.
12. Solve for sides and angles of oblique triangles using the Law of Sines.
13. Solve for sides and angles of oblique triangles using the Law of Cosines.
14. Solve practical oblique triangle problems.

Goal 2:  Examine trigonometric functions.

1. Apply cofunctions.
2. Apply reciprocal functions.
3. Apply fundamental relations between trigonometric functions.
4. Determine the value of any given function.
5. Find the value of an angle given a function.
6. Apply projection formulas.
7. Apply cotangent formulas.
8. Apply a general method for solving trigonometric problems.
9. Apply the projection formulas.
10. Apply the cotangent formulas.
11. Apply a general method for solving trigonometric problems.
12. Apply the altitude methods for solving practical problems.
13. Solve shop problems involving “V” - type solution.
14. Solve shop problems involving lines drawn tangent to a circle, parallel to an angle.
15. Solve problems involving the sum and difference of radii.
16. Solve machine tool shop problems involving the sum and difference of radii.
17. Solve machine tool shop problems involving internal and external tangents.
18. Solve advanced machine tool shop problems.

INDS 129 - Basic Machine Operations

4 Credit: (1 lecture, 3 lab, 0 clinical) 4 Contact Hours: [TDSN 107 ]

1. Explain the uses of the lathe.
2. Explain the uses of the boring machine.
3. Explain the uses of the milling machine.
4. Explain the electrical discharge machining process.
5. Explain the electro-chemical machining process.
6. Explain the laser machining process.
7. Explain the plastics machining process.
8. Examine the grinding wheel numbering system.
9. Identify the proper grinding wheel for various applications. 

Goal 2:  Examine cutting tools.

1. Explain the uses of roughing cutters.
2. Explain the uses of finishing cutters.
3. Explain the uses of variable helix cutters.
4. Explain the uses of variable pitch cutters.
5. Explain the uses of inserted cutters.
6. Explain feed per tooth.
7. Explain SF speed per minute.
8. Identify variables related to coatings.

Goal 3:  Examine metallurgy.

1. Compare hardening of different steels.
2. Demonstrate the use of hardness testers.
3. Identify nonferrous metals.
4. Compare coatings.
5. Compare machining different steels after heat treatment.
6. Examine the reaction of steel after hardening. 

Goal 4:  Work safely in a machine shop.

1. Identify unsafe work conditions in a machine shop.
2. Demonstrate safe work habits in a machine shop.
3. Explain how business practices are similar between home and host county
4. Evaluate how home culture would have to be modified to work in host country.

Goal 5:  Make precision measurements from shop drawings.

1. Produce parts from shop drawings.
2. Identify part tolerances on shop drawings
3. Read micrometers
4. Read calipers

Goal 6:  Operate machine tools.

1. Layout project parts.
2. Use tap to cut threads.
3. Use tap to tap holes.
4. Set-up drill press.
5. Operate drill press to drill holes.
6. Compare band saw blades.
7. Operate horizontal band saw.
8. Operate vertical band saw.
9. Operate surface grinder to finish part.
10. Compare lathe cutting tools.
11. Face part with lathe.
12. Turn part with lathe.
13. Drill part with lathe.
14. Cut threads with lathe.
15. Compare milling tools.
16. Operate vertical mill.

Goal 7: Demonstrate the skills to earn industry credentials.

INDS 130 - Metallurgy & Heat Treatment

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

1. Define the basic properties of iron and how it is made.
2. Define the purpose and use of the elements that added to iron.
3. Define the different tool steels and their use.
4. Identify steels by the S.A.E. and A.I.S.I. identification system.
5. Define the characteristics and the use of: Stainless steel, Low Carbon steel, High Carbon steel, and tool steel.
6. Define the characteristics and the use of: Aluminum.
7. Explain how surface coatings may affect the selection of steels and alloys.

Goal 2:  Understand the purpose of heat-treating steel and how it is transformed through processing. 

1. Define the various heat treating processes and the equipment used.
2. Identify the different temperature measuring devices and how they are used.

Goal 3:  Describe why steels may fail in an application.

1. Explain how the design and machining of steels affect the results in heat treatment and performance applications.
2. Describe the effects of heat caused by fatigue on die molds.

INDS 131 - Basic CNC Machining

3 Credit: (1 lecture, 2 lab, 0 clinical) 3 Contact Hours: [INDS 129 ]

1. Identify unsafe work conditions in a machine shop.
2. Demonstrate safe work habits in a machine shop.

Goal 2:  Identify advantages, disadvantages, and applications of NC and CNC machine tools.

1. Identify advantages of CNC machine tools over manual machine tools.
2. Exercise appropriate choice of manual or CNC machine tools.

Goal 3:  Identify basic miscellaneous (m) and preparatory (g) functions.

1. Apply m and g code functions for proper machine operation.

Goal 4:  Manually program a Fanuc Controller to simulate tool path on a machine tool.

1. Properly apply g and m code functions to properly fabricate a part on the machine tool.

INDS 156 - Industrial First Aid

INDS 157 - Industrial Safety

INDS 221 - Advanced Machine Operations

4 Credit: (1 lecture, 3 lab, 0 clinical) 4 Contact Hours: [INDS 129 ]  

1. Identify unsafe work conditions in a machine shop.
2. Demonstrate safe work habits in a machine shop.

Goal 2:  Perform detailed measurements.

1. Read micrometer to 0.0001”.
2. Read caliper to 0.001.”

Goal 3:  Students will choose from the following projects. Number of projects required

will vary based on projects chosen:

1. Create a 1-2-3 block.
   1. Mill the 1-2-3 block.
   2. Drill the 1-2-3 block.
   3. Grind the 1-2-3 block.
   4. Heat treat the 1-2-3 block.
2. Create angle templates.
   1. Mill the angle templates.
   2. Grind the angle templates.
   3. Heat treat the angle templates.
3. Create a precision vise.
   1. Mill the precision vise.
   2. Drill the precision vise.
   3. Grind the precision vise.
   4. Shape the precision vise on the lathe.
   5. Heat treat the precision vise.
4. Create a vise stop.
   1. Mill the vise stop.
   2. Drill the vise stop.
   3. Heat treat the vice stop.
5. Create an angle plate.
   1. Mill the angle plate.
   2. Drill the angle plate.
   3. Grind the angle plate.
   4. Heat treat the angle plate.
6. Create a center punch.
   1. Grind the center punch.
   2. Shape the center punch on the lathe.
   3. Heat treat the center punch.
7. Create a crosspeen hammer.
   1. Mill the crosspeen hammer.
   2. Drill the crosspeen hammer.
   3. Grind the crosspeen hammer.
   4. Shape the crosspeen hammer on the lathe.
   5. Heat treat the crosspeen hammer.
8. Create a tap wrench.
   1. Mill the tap wrench.
   2. Drill the tap wrench.
   3. Grind the tap wrench.
   4. Shape the tap wrench on the lathe.
9. Create a V block.
   1. Mill the V block.
   2. Drill the V block.
   3. Grind the V block.
   4. Heat treat the V block.
10. Create a slide hammer (lathe).
    1. Form the tap wrench on the lathe.

INDS 223 - Advanced CNC Machining

4 Credit: (1 lecture, 3 lab, 0 clinical) 4 Contact Hours: [INDS 131 ]

1. Identify unsafe work conditions in a machine shop.
2. Demonstrate safe work habits in a machine shop.

Goal 2:  Perform precision machining and make adjustments for part modifications.

1. Perform basic industry standard CNC mill operations.
2. Perform basic industry standard CNC lathe operations.

Goal 3:  Understand work holding systems and multi process designs.

1. Apply tool change and multiple part setup operation.

INDS 230 - Introduction to Material Science

3 Credit: (3 lecture, 0 lab, 0 clinical) 3 Contact Hours: [CHEM 105  or PHYS 111  or PHYS 230 ]

Objectives:

1.1 Describe electron interactions in chemical bonding.

1.2 Classify materials as amorphous or crystalline solids.

1.3 Relate rules of Chemistry and Physics to formation of materials.

1.4 Contrast atomic level differences between metals, ceramics and plastics.

1.5 Explain the differences mechanical and physical properties.

1.6 List critical mechanical properties of materials.

1.7 Specify appropriate surface finishes.

Goal 2:  Relate system effects to friction and wear of manufactured parts.

Objectives:

2.1 Explain friction in terms of contact mechanics.

2.2 List the types of bearings.

2.3 Explain the function of lubrication in a machine.

2.4 Discuss the forms of wear.

Goal 3:  Classify testing methods for raw materials and manufactured parts.

Objectives:

3.1 Describe procedures for various metal hardness tests.

3.2 Discuss tensile properties of material in terms of stress-strain diagram.

3.3 Investigate testing methods for polymers and ceramics.

Goal 4:  Explain how polymerized organic materials form engineering materials.

Objectives:

4.1 Categorize polymers as Thermoplastic, Thermosetting plastics or Elastomers.

4.2 Compare salient features of different polymer families.

Goal 5:  Explain the composition and structure ceramics.

Objectives:

5.1 Describe the production of ceramics.

5.2 Compare properties ceramics, glass, carbon products and cemented carbides.

Goal 6:  Explain the basic types of metals and their differences.

Objectives:

6.1 Describe the production of steel.

6.2 List types of metals and their applications.

6.3 Discuss different alloying materials.

6.4 Detail various heat treat procedures for metals.

Goal 7:  Classify materials based on common failure modes.

Objectives:

7.1 List forms of wear.

7.2 Classify forms of corrosion.

7.3 Discuss typical means of preventing/reducing corrosion.

7.4 Discuss common ways to prevent mechanical failure.

Goal 8:  Select materials for manufacturing based on engineering and physical properties.