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2017-2018 Catalog & Student Handbook 
    
2017-2018 Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Classification of Courses

The following classification of courses is furnished for clarification to assist students in choosing appropriate courses:

  1. Courses numbered lower than 1000 are designated as learning support courses. These may not be used to satisfy degree or certificate requirements. Enrollment in these courses is limited to students who are placed in them according to the college’s placement procedure.
  2. Courses numbered 1000 – 1999 are freshman level and those numbered 2000 – 2999 are sophomore level. However, students having necessary prerequisites may take any course.

Course Descriptions

Two types of courses are offered: institutional credit non-transfer courses not applicable to a degree or certificate and regular college credit courses.

Regular College Credit Courses

The following abbreviations indicate the term in which the course is offered:

F — Fall

S — Spring

Su — Summer

UD — Upon Demand

♦ — Courses which fulfill minimum degree requirements. For more information, see General Education Course Requirements for Associate of Arts, Associate of Fine Arts, Associate of Science and Associate of Applied Science, under » Academic Information .

 — Not part of a Tennessee Transfer Path.

 

Astronomy

  
  • ASTR 2801 – 2899 - Special Topics in Astronomy

    1 – 6 credit(s)


     Detailed study of a specific topic in astronomy. UD
  
  • ASTR 2900 - Individualized Studies in Astronomy

    1 – 9 credit(s)


     Independent and individualized studies in astronomy. Students may take more than one independent or individualized study in a given discipline up to a maximum of nine credit hours. UD

Biology

  
  • BIOL 1010 - Survey of Biology I

    4 credit(s)


    ♦ Scientific method, basic chemistry, cellular organization, cellular energetics, multicellular organization into tissues, organs and systems with emphasis on the human. Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): All required learning support reading and writing courses.) F
  
  • BIOL 1020 - Survey of Biology II

    4 credit(s)


    ♦ Cell reproduction, embryology, genetics, evolution, classification survey and ecology. Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1010.) S
  
  • BIOL 1050 - Southern Appalachian Flora and Fauna

    3 credit(s)


     Field and laboratory identification and ecology of plants and animals of the Southern Appalachian environs. Does not satisfy the natural sciences requirement for degree programs. Three hours per week. UD
  
  • BIOL 1110 - General Biology I

    4 credit(s)


    ♦ Scientific method, unifying principles of biology including evolutionary theory, basic genetic principles, biodiversity and classifications, plant anatomy and physiology, development and function, behavior and ecology. For students in medical, dental, associate pre-health science or natural science programs. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): All required learning support reading and writing courses.) F
  
  • BIOL 1120 - General Biology II

    4 credit(s)


    ♦ Scientific method, chemistry, cells, cell-cell interactions, cellular respiration and fermentation, photosynthesis, cell cycle and mitosis, transmission and molecular genetics, genomics and principles of development. For students in medical, dental, associate pre-health science or natural science programs. One year of high school or higher level chemistry is strongly recommended. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110.) S
  
  • BIOL 1130 - General Biology III

    4 credit(s)


     Animal structure and function, including animal development, animal form and function, and animal systems.  Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1120.) F,S
  
  • BIOL 1310 - Wildlife Law Enforcement

    3 credit(s)


    To provide students a comprehensive overview of wildlife law enforcement, with emphasis on Tennessee through introduction of selected wildlife laws, proclamations, rules and regulations. Also to introduce practical and useful field tactics common to wildlife law enforcement while giving insight into arrest, inspection, search and seizure, courtroom procedures and modern wildlife investigative and evidence collection techniques. Three hours lecture per week. S
  
  • BIOL 1510 - Environmental Science I

    4 credit(s)


     ♦ Scientific method, chemistry, biology, ecology, communities, ecosystems and biomes. Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week. F
  
  • BIOL 1520 - Environmental Science II

    4 credit(s)


     ♦ Human populations, environmental systems and policy, resources and pollution. Emphasis on man’s impact on the environment.  Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1510.) S
  
  • BIOL 2010 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I

    4 credit(s)


    ♦ Structure and function of the body emphasizing basic organization, the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems; cellular structure and energetics. Two hours lecture and four hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): All required learning support reading and writing courses and a course in either high school or college-level chemistry taken within the last five years.) F,S,Su
  
  • BIOL 2020 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II

    4 credit(s)


    ♦ Structure and function of the body emphasizing the endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, lymphatic, immune, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems and genetics.  Two hours lecture and four hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2010.) F,S,Su
  
  • BIOL 2110 - Forestry, Wildlife, Fisheries

    3 credit(s)


     History of forestry, wildlife and fisheries practices with introduction to dendrology, silviculture, biometry as well as identification of wildlife and fish species; introduction to wildlife and fisheries management principles and techniques with emphasis on Tennessee. Three hours lecture per week. (Prerequisite(s): All required learning support reading and writing courses.) UD
  
  • BIOL 2230 - Microbiology

    4 credit(s)


     Characteristics of prominent bacteria, viruses, protozoa and multicellular parasites; history of microbiology, chemistry, cells, microbial metabolism and genetics; recombinant DNA techniques; microbial growth and control of microbial growth; infection, host defense and diagnostic testing. Laboratory experiments emphasize morphology, identification, aseptic procedures and applied microbiology. Two hours lecture and four hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): Chemistry and one year biology sequence or permission of the instructor.) F,S,Su
  
  • BIOL 2310 - Conservation

    3 credit(s)


      Use and abuse of wildland resources.  Historical perspectives and current management of forests, wildlife, and fish of North America including aspects of outdoor recreation and pollution problems. Three hours lecture per week. UD
  
  • BIOL 2320 - Dendrology

    3 credit(s)


     Identification, classification and nomenclature of important North American trees and woody shrubs. Forest associations, silvicultural characteristics of trees and stands as the basis for the practice of silviculture. Day field trips may be required. Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week. F
  
  • BIOL 2330 - Ecology

    4 credit(s)


    Relationships between organisms and their environment, including human environmental problems.  Lecture topics include populations, communities and ecosystems.  Field-based laboratory activities will illustrate the relationships. Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): All required learning support courses.) F
  
  • BIOL 2801 – 2899 - Special Topics in Biology

    1 – 6 credit(s)


     Detailed study of a particular topic in biology. UD
  
  • BIOL 2900 - Individualized Studies in Biology

    1 – 9 credit(s)


     Independent and individualized studies in biology. Students may take more than one independent or individualized study in a given discipline up to a maximum of nine credit hours. UD

Business

  
  • BUS 1400 - Principles of Customer Service

    3 credit(s)


     Applies basic business knowledge and skills to develop customer-focused strategies necessary to maintain competitive edge in business world. Emphasize fundamentals, skill-building and practical ideas to keep satisfied customers. Three hours lecture per week. UD
  
  • BUS 1410 - Customer Service Methods

    3 credit(s)


     Defines quality customer service and explains how that is achieved through effective communication skills. Students will gain understanding of techniques necessary for creating and maintaining customer-focused companies. Three hours lecture per week. UD
  
  • BUS 2801 – 2899 - Special Topics in Business

    1 – 6 credit(s)


     Detailed study of a particular topic in business. UD
  
  • BUS 2900 - Individualized Studies in Business

    1 – 9 credit(s)


     Independent and individualized studies in business. Students may take more than one independent or individualized study in a given discipline up to a maximum of nine credit hours. UD
  
  • BUSN 1300 - Personal Finance

    3 credit(s)


     This course helps students to define and reach personal financial goals.  Topics may include planning, budgeting, taxes, credit, housing, insurance, investing and retirement planning. Three hours lecture per week. F
  
  • BUSN 1302 - Keyboarding with Word Processing

    3 credit(s)


     This course develops the techniques of touch typing and introduces word processing. Three hours lecture per week. F,S
  
  • BUSN 1305 - Introduction to Business

    3 credit(s)


     This course provides an introduction to the business environment.  Topics may include business ownership and organization, management, marketing, business ethics, accounting, economics, finance, and business careers. Three hours lecture per week. F,S
  
  • BUSN 1310 - Business Communications

    3 credit(s)


     This course is a study of the principles, practices, and mechanics of various types of effective written and oral business communications. Three hours lecture per week. S
  
  • BUSN 1320 - Business Calculations

    3 credit(s)


     This course is a study of the application of mathematics to solve problems related to routine business operations.  Topics may include insurance, taxes, consumer credit, retail applications, investments, financial statement analysis, inventory, depreciation, and introductory statistics. Three hours lecture per week. F,S
  
  • BUSN 1330 - Entrepreneurship

    3 credit(s)


     This course explores the strategies necessary to start and operate a business.  Topics may include development of a business plan and strategies in marketing, management, finance, accounting, customer services, and operations. Three hours lecture per week. S
  
  • BUSN 1340 - Small Business Management

    3 credit(s)


     This course is a study of the techniques of organizing and operating a small business, which may include development of the business plan, finance options, management of human resources, the firm’s assets and risk, global opportunities, and exit strategies. Three hours lecture per week. UD
  
  • BUSN 1370 - Spreadsheet Applications

    3 credit(s)


     This course develops skills with spreadsheet software.  Use and design of spreadsheets for practical business applications and business problem-solving will be an integral part of this course. Three hours lecture per week. F,S
  
  • BUSN 1380 - Supervisory Management

    3 credit(s)


     This course provides for the development of supervisory ability and judgement through a presentation of the principles and techniques of effective supervision.  Topics may include functions of a supervisor, communication, motivation, training, and the changing workplace. Three hours lecture per week. S
  
  • BUSN 2195 - Business Applications

    1 credit(s)


     This capstone course requires students to apply critical thinking, problem-solving and communication skills to a real or simulated business environment. One hour lecture per week. F,S
  
  • BUSN 2310 - Business Statistics

    3 credit(s)


     This course examines basic statistical theories, concepts and techniques and their applications in business. Three hours lecture per week. F,S
  
  • BUSN 2320 - Business Finance

    3 credit(s)


     This course examines financial principles, which may include financial statement analysis, risk and return relationships, time value of money, valuation of assets, capital budgeting, and working capital management.  May also be registered as ACCT 2320. Three hours lecture per week. (Prerequisite(s): ACCT 1005 or ACCT 1010 or permission of the instructor.) S
  
  • BUSN 2330 - Principles of Management

    3 credit(s)


     This course is a study of management through analysis of the functions of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Three hours lecture per week. F,S
  
  • BUSN 2340 - Human Resource Management

    3 credit(s)


     This course is a study of principles of human resource management, which may include equal employment law and the recruitment, selection, and development of the human resources. Three hours lecture per week. UD
  
  • BUSN 2350 - Organizational Behavior

    3 credit(s)


     This course examines the importance of understanding human relations in the workplace and developing the skills necessary to foster more effective communication and motivation. Three hours lecture per week. UD
  
  • BUSN 2360 - International Business

    3 credit(s)


     This course is a survey of the major issues associated with conducting international business. It provides students an understanding of the growing global marketplace. Three hours lecture per week. F,S
  
  • BUSN 2370 - Legal Environment of Business

    3 credit(s)


     This is a study of the principles of the American legal system as they relate to the conduct of business in our society. Three hours lecture per week. S
  
  • BUSN 2380 - Principles of Marketing

    3 credit(s)


     This course is a study of basic marketing principles and practices, including the selection of target markets and the development of the marketing mix (product, price, promotion, and place of distribution). Three hours lecture per week. F,S
  
  • BUSN 2385 - Project Design and Management

    3 credit(s)


     This course provides an overview of the tools and techniques needed to plan, execute and evaluate projects successfully.  Three hours lecture per week. S
  
  • BUSN 2390 - Business Presentations

    3 credit(s)


     This course emphasizes formal presentation skills for use in a business environment. Three hours lecture per week. (Prerequisite(s): INFS 1010.) S
  
  • BUSN 2395 - Business Applications

    3 credit(s)


     Development of personalized job search and workplace success strategies.  Emphasis is placed on career research and preparation, developing an effective resume portfolio and e-portfolio, proactive interviewing, job application and search strategies, networking, work ethics, and soft skills. Three hours lecture per week. UD

Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 1010 - Introduction to Chemistry I

    4 credit(s)


     ♦ For students with no previous chemistry course.  Scientific measurements and significant figures; atomic and molecular structure, bonding, equation writing and stoichiometry, compound classification; gas, liquid and solid states; solutions; acids/bases; and introduction to organic chemistry. May not be used in conjunction with CHEM 1110 to satisfy General Education requirements for Natural Science. Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): All required learning support courses must be completed.) F,S
  
  • CHEM 1110 - General Chemistry I

    4 credit(s)


    ♦ Theoretical and descriptive chemistry for science, engineering, medicine and allied health majors. Atomic theory, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, molecular structure, gas laws and solution chemistry. May not be used in conjunction with CHEM 1010 to satisfy General Education requirements for Natural Science. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): All required learning support courses and high school chemistry or CHEM 1010.) F,S
  
  • CHEM 1120 - General Chemistry II

    4 credit(s)


    ♦ Reaction kinetics, chemical equilibria, thermodynamics, electro chemistry, descriptive chemistry of metals and non-metals and introduction to organic chemistry. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1110.) S
  
  • CHEM 2010 - Organic Chemistry I

    4 credit(s)


    Properties, synthesis and reactions of aliphatic and aromatic compounds according to functional groups including mechanisms of reactions and the relationship between structure and properties.  Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1120.) F
  
  • CHEM 2020 - Organic Chemistry II

    4 credit(s)


    Spectroscopic characteristics of organic compounds; and introduction to proteins, amino acids, carbohydrates, fats and heterocyclic compounds.  Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2010.) S
  
  • CHEM 2801 – 2899 - Special Topics in Chemistry

    1 – 6 credit(s)


     Detailed study of a particular topic in chemistry. UD
  
  • CHEM 2900 - Individualized Studies in Chemistry

    1 – 9 credit(s)


     Independent and individualized studies in chemistry. Students may take more than one independent or individualized study in a given discipline up to a maximum of nine credit hours. UD

Communication

  
  • COMM 1010 - Introduction to Mass Communication

    3 credit(s)


    Journalism, broadcasting, public relations, film, magazines and the recording industry. Three hours lecture per week. F
  
  • COMM 1020 - Writing for the Mass Media

    3 credit(s)


    Information gathering and writing under deadline for print and broadcast media, including news and promotional copy. Preparation of news, advertising and persuasive texts. Comparison of styles and organizational techniques. Three hours lecture per week. UD
  
  • COMM 1030 - Introduction to Broadcasting

    3 credit(s)


     Domestic and international radio, TV and cable; job opportunities; organizational structure of stations, networks and cable facilities; and audio and video productions. Three hours lecture per week. F
  
  • COMM 1510 - Journalism Practicum I

    1 credit(s)


     Newspaper production including news writing, headlining, copy preparation and proofreading, page design, news evaluation, staff organization, reporting, interviewing and photography. Student newspaper assignments required. One hour lecture per week. F
  
  • COMM 1520 - Journalism Practicum II

    1 credit(s)


     Newspaper production including news writing, headlining, copy preparation and proofreading, page design, news evaluation, staff organization, reporting, interviewing and photography.  Study newspaper assignments required. One hour lecture per week. S
  
  • COMM 2020 - Introduction to Television Production

    3 credit(s)


     Television production including studio procedures, video, audio and lighting. Three hours lecture per week. S
  
  • COMM 2110 - Advertising

    3 credit(s)


     Advertising including consumer behavior, media, budgeting and planning, and creation and production of messages. Three hours lecture per week. F
  
  • COMM 2130 - Introduction to Public Relations

    3 credit(s)


     Public relations functions including publicity, communication and influencing various publics. Three hours lecture per week. S
  
  • COMM 2510 - Journalism Practicum III

    1 credit(s)


     Newspaper production including news writing, headlining, copy preparation and proofreading, page design, news evaluation, staff organization, reporting, interviewing and photography.  Student newspaper assignments required. One hour lecture per week. F
  
  • COMM 2520 - Journalism Practicum IV

    1 credit(s)


     Newspaper production including news writing, headlining, copy preparation and proofreading, page design, news evaluation, staff organization, reporting, interviewing and photography.  Student newspaper assignments required. One hour lecture per week. S
  
  • COMM 2610 - Communication Practicum

    3 credit(s)


     Supervised activities in a radio or television station, cable-TV facility or advertising or public relations agency for a minimum of 80 hours. (Prerequisite(s): two three-credit hour Communication courses.) F,S
  
  • COMM 2710 - TV News I

    3 credit(s)


     The study of television news, including the production of a campus newscast. Three hours lecture per week. F
  
  • COMM 2720 - TV News II

    3 credit(s)


     Advanced topics in television news, including the production of campus newscast. Three hours lecture per week. S
  
  • COMM 2801 - 2899 - Special Topics in Communications

    1 - 6 credit(s)


     Detailed study of a specific topic in communications. UD
  
  • COMM 2900 - Individualized Studies in Communications

    1 - 9 credit(s)


     Independent and individualized studies in communications. Students may take more than one independent or individualized study in a given discipline up to a maximum of nine credit hours. UD

Computer Information Technology

  
  • CIT 2030 - Servers/Network Operating Systems

    3 credit(s)


     Topics covered include: planning network and application services, designing core identity and access management components, designing support identity and access management components, designing for business continuity and data availability. Prepares the student to take the Microsoft Windows Server operating system and covers the Enterprise Administrator exam. Three hours lecture per week. (Prerequisite(s): CITC 1302, 1321 and 1322.) S
  
  • CIT 2105 - CIT Internship Experience

    1 credit(s)


     This course is a continuation of CIT 2100.  Professional development through on-the-job experience in the student’s major area of study of computer information technology. This course requires a minimum of 75 hours of supervised employment or volunteer experience. Student must be recommended by the academic advisor before they can register. (Prerequisite(s): CIT 2100 and CITC 1302, 1321 and 1322.) F,S
  
  • CIT 2801 - 2899 - Special Topics in Computer Service Technology

    1 - 6 credit(s)


     Detailed study of a specific topic in computer service technology. UD
  
  • CIT 2900 - Individualized Studies in Computer Service Technology

    1 - 9 credit(s)


     Independent and individualized studies in computer service technology. Students may take more than one independent or individualized study in a given discipline up to a maximum of nine credit hours. UD
  
  • CITC 1300 - Beginning HTML & CSS

    3 credit(s)


     A beginning course in HTML that provides instruction in creating web pages.  Students learn to write HTML code. Topics include using HTML tags, CSS formatting and appropriate scripting languages. This course helps prepare students to take the Adobe Dreamweaver exam. Three hours lecture per week. S
  
  • CITC 1301 - Introduction to Programming and Logic

    3 credit(s)


     This course is an introduction to the logic necessary for application programming. Topics include logic analysis, techniques of structured design, process flow and object oriented concepts. A programming language will be used to teach data types, variables, control structures, methods and arrays. Three hours lecture per week. F
  
  • CITC 1302 - Introduction to Networking

    3 credit(s)


     A broad-based course that provides an overview of computer networking. Topics will include network models, protocols and services, media and topologies, devices and tools, network management and network security. This course aligns with the outcomes of the CompTIA Network+ certification. Three hours lecture per week. F,S
  
  • CITC 1303 - Database Concepts

    3 credit(s)


     An introduction to the concepts and syntax of relational database management systems.  Topics include data modeling, database design concepts, tables and queries and other database objects using the tools provided in a relational DBMS. Successful completion of this course will help prepare the student academically for a current core Microsoft database exam. Three hours lecture per week. S
  
  • CITC 1321 - A+ Hardware

    3 credit(s)


     An introduction to basics of computer hardware. Topics include identification and installation of internal components, disk configuration, ports, cables, peripherals and networking concepts and connections. This course helps prepare students to take the Comp TIA A+ exam in hardware. Three hours lecture per week. F,S
  
  • CITC 1322 - A+ Software

    3 credit(s)


     An introduction to basics of computer software.  Topics include: troubleshooting, maintenance, software and hardware support of a PC in a business setting.  Computer and operating systems are included for installation, upgrading, and repair for preventative maintenance of a personal computer. This course helps prepare student to take the CompTIA A+ exam in software. Three hours lecture per week. F,S
  
  • CITC 1330 - Microsoft Desktop Operating Systems

    3 credit(s)


     Microsoft Desktop Operating Systems is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to install, manage and troubleshoot computers running current Microsoft desktop operating systems. Upon successfully completing this course, the student will be academically prepared for a current core Microsoft desktop operating exam. Three hours lecture per week. S
  
  • CITC 1333 - Linux LPCI-1

    3 credit(s)


     This course will prepare the student to complete the LPCI-1 Junior Level Linux Certification exams 101 and 102.  Topics will include Linux command line operation, maintenance tasks within Linux, and installation, configuration, and connectivity of Linux workstations. Three hours lecture per week. F,S,Su
  
  • CITC 1372 - Android App Development

    3 credit(s)


    This course is designed to teach students to develop apps for any Android device. The class introduces students to Android app programming by covering the major Android topics such as Views, Activities, Intents, Broadcast Receivers, and Content Providers. It will also cover location-based services, sensors, and app deployment, among other Android topics. Three hours lecture per week. F
  
  • CITC 2190 - CITC Capstone

    1 credit(s)


     This Capstone course will be a field experience such as an internship. This course requires a minimum of 75 hours of supervised employment or volunteer experience. Student must be recommended by the academic advisor before they can register. (Prerequisite(s): CITC 1302, 1320 and 1322.) F,S
  
  • CITC 2199 - Co-op/Internship I

    1 credit(s)


     This course will be a field experience such as an internship. Students will have a professional development, on-the-job experience in their field of study for computer and information systems. The course requires a minimum of 50 hours, supervised employment or volunteer experience. (Prerequisite(s): CITC 1302, 1321 and 1322.) F,S
  
  • CITC 2299 - Co-op/Internship II

    2 credit(s)


     This course will be a field experience such as an internship. The course requires a minimum of 100 hours of supervised employment or volunteer experience. Student must be recommended by the academic advisor before they can register. (Prerequisite(s): CITC 1302, 1321 and 1322.) F,S
  
  • CITC 2320 - Windows Server Administration

    3 credit(s)


    Through commonly used Windows network operating systems, students will learn to install, configure, administer, maintain, and troubleshoot networked computer system servers. This course prepares students to take the Microsoft Exam in Windows Server. Three hours lecture per week. S
  
  • CITC 2323 - Microsoft Network Infrastructure

    3 credit(s)


     This course is designed to teach the basic skills required to install, support, and troubleshoot the various Microsoft Windows Server networking components and services, including DNS, DHCP, Remote Access, WINS, and NAT. This course helps prepare students to take the appropriate Microsoft exam in advanced windows server. Three hours lecture per week. F
  
  • CITC 2326 - Network Security

    3 credit(s)


     This course is designed to give students a fundamental understanding of computer and network security. It will introduce students to a wide variety of concepts related to computer security. This course will cover the objectives for the current CompTIA Security+ Certification. Three hours lecture per week. F
  
  • CITC 2337 - Active Directory

    3 credit(s)


     This course teaches strategies and tactics for implementing, administering, and troubleshooting information systems that incorporate Microsoft Windows Active Directory in an enterprise computing environment. This course helps prepare students to take the Microsoft exam in active directory. Three hours lecture per week. S
  
  • CITC 2369 - Windows Server Virtualization/Configuring Certification

    3 credit(s)


    This course delivers the basics of knowledge and skills required to install MicroSoft Hyper-V virtualization servers and manage and monitor virtual machines. This course helps to prepare students to take the appropriate Microsoft Windows Server exam. Three hours lecture per week. S

Computers and Information Systems

  
  • CIS 2100 - CIS Internship Experience

    1 credit(s)


     Professional development through on-the-job experience in the student’s major area of study of computer and information systems. The course requires a minimum of 75 hours of supervised employment or volunteer experience. Student must be recommended by the academic advisor before he/she can register. (Prerequisite(s): CITC 1302, 1321 and 1322.) F,S
  
  • CIS 2105 - CIS Internship Experience

    1 credit(s)


     This course is a continuation of CIS 2100.  Professional development through on-the-job experience in the student’s major area of study of computer and information systems.  The course requires a minimum of 75 hours of supervised employment or volunteer experience. Student must be recommended by the academic advisor before they can register. (Prerequisite(s): CIS 2100.) F,S
  
  • CIS 2210 - Systems Development and Design

    3 credit(s)


     Computer center functions and management for business and industry including organizational structures, tools for the analyst, hardware and software orientation. Three hours lecture per week. (Prerequisite(s): Nine hours CIS course work or permission of the instructor.) UD
  
  • CISP 1010 - Computer Science I

    3 credit(s)


    This course is an introduction to all the aspects of the programming and problem-solving process and the elements of effective programming styles. A high-level language will be used as a vehicle for introducing these concepts. Three hours lecture per week. UD
  
  • CISP 1020 - Computer Science II

    3 credit(s)


    A continuation of programming emphasizing abstract data structures and top down design. Emphasis is on algorithm development, abstract data types, pointers, strings, searching and retrieval techniques, parsing, linked lists, stacks, queues, trees and related topics. Three hours lecture per week. (Prerequisite(s): CISP 1010.) UD
  
  • CISP 1610 - Programming in C++

    3 credit(s)


    Overview of general structured design and development, fundamental programming concepts in C++ that include data types, arithmetic expressions, control structures, loops, functions, arrays, basic I/O, user-defined abstract data types and an introduction to classes and objects. Three hours lecture per week. (Prerequisite(s): CISP 1010 or permission of the instructor.) UD
  
  • CISP 2801 - 2899 - Special Topics in CIS Programming

    1 - 6 credit(s)


     Detailed study of a specific topic in computers and information systems programming. UD
  
  • CISP 2900 - Individualized Studies in CIS Programming

    1 - 9 credit(s)


     Independent and individualized studies in computers and information systems programming. Students may take more than one independent or individualized study in a given discipline up to a maximum of nine credit hours. UD
  
  • INFS 111 - Programming Using Mobile Apps

    3 credit(s)


     A hands-on, project-based introduction to computer programming using the Android environment. Students will learn the foundation of computer programming while designing, developing and deploying mobile applications that incorporate multimedia, GPS and other current technologies. Three hours lecture per week. (Prerequisite/Corequisite(s) INFS 1010 or permission of the instructor.) S
  
  • INFS 113 - Visual Basic

    3 credit(s)


     An introduction to Microsoft Visual Basic. Topics to be covered include event driven programming, interface design, creating menus and dialog boxes, writing event and general procedures, and using operating system services. Three hours lecture per week. F
  
  • INFS 161 - Database Using MS SQL

    3 credit(s)


     An in-depth course giving students the fundamental tools needed to use Microsoft SQL Server as well as T-SQL. Topics will include writing queries used T-SQL, using the SQL Server Client tools, database design fundamentals and basic administrative tasks. Three hours lecture per week. F
  
  • INFS 173 - Programming in C#

    3 credit(s)


     An introduction to the C# programming language. Topics to be covered include relational operators and expressions, control structures, object-oriented programming concepts and arrays. Three hours lecture per week. S
 

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