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ACC 12100 Accounting Principles I (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (4-0)
(F)
This course provides an introduction to fundamental accounting principles. The principles are applied to the recording of transactions as assets, liabilities, owner’s equity, income and expenses. The recorded transactions are then used in the preparation of financial statements - balance sheet, income statement and statement of owner’s equity for sole proprietorships and partnerships.
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ACC 12200 Accounting Principles II (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (4-0)
(W)
This course builds on the fundamental accounting principles taught in Accounting I. The class covers the recording of corporate stock and dividend transactions and the proper presentation of the stockholder’s equity section of the balance sheet. The course introduces management accounting concepts through analysis of financial statements, preparation of the statement of cash flows, the introduction to cost accounting concepts and an understanding of the need for and development of budgets. Prerequisite: ACC 12100
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ACC 12500 Computer Accounting w/QuickBooks (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (4-0)
(F)
This course is designed with hands-on tutorials for initially learning QuickBooks. A virtual company case runs throughout the text, enabling the student to better understand how various transactions and activities are interrelated in the business environment. Students learn the basics of entering transactions and generating reports using the sample company. The text covers the entire accounting cycle, including new company set-up as well as QuickBooks advanced features for accountants.
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ACC 20500 Cost Accounting (3 cr.)
(W)
In this course the student will gain understanding of cost accounting systems and procedures, how they are used for business strategy and strategic implementations, experiencing an analysis of key data for planning and controlling to assist in management decisions. Prerequisite: ACC 12100 Co-requisite: ACC 12200 or instructor’s permission
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ALH 10101 Medical Terminology (2 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (2-0)
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This course is a survey study in the word-building system for medical terms. It covers word roots, combining forms, prefixes, suffixes, and medical word-building and decoding. Emphasis is placed on the correct spelling of terms, as well as definition and usage according to medical specialties. This course can be utilized by students who are planning a health career. Prerequisite: ENG 09601 or competency.
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ALH 10300 Professional CPR (0 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (0.25-0)
(F, S)
This course provides information and practice for appropriate response in the event of cardipulmonary emergency event (one-man, two-man, infant, child, AED & choking victim).
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ALH 10400 Nursing Assistant (6 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-4.5)
(F,W,S)
This course will prepare students to provide competent, evidence-based assistive nursing care in a variety of healthcare settings, with primary focus on the elderly. Emphasis will be placed on effective communication and interpersonal skills; infection control measures; safety and emergency procedures; and the promotion of residents’ independence and rights. Successful completion of this course will prepare students to be eligible for the state competency evaluation exam and placement on state Nurse Aide Registry. Prerequisite: ENG 09601 or competency,TB Test, Uniform, and clean criminal background. Please visit the Nursing Assistant website: http://www.kirtland.edu/academic-programs/certified-nursing-assistant-course.
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ALH 10801 Pathology w/Pharmacology (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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This course focus is on description of conditions and diseases of the organ system, including etiology, signs and symptoms, and method of diagnosis and treatment. Students will build on their knowledge of anatomy and physiology and medical terminology through a detailed study of common pathological conditions and the drugs used in their treatment. Prerequisites: ALH 10101 and BIO 10700 .
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ALH 11300 Medical Ethics & Law (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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This course teaches the legal responsibilities and principles that govern the healthcare professional, including examples of common legal and ethical issues that affect those working in the healthcare field. Regulations affecting healthcare professionals and up-to-date information on HIPPA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996) are discussed. There will be discussions on the legal system, professional liability, medical malpractice, medical records, and ethical and bioethical issues; critical thinking and ethical dilemma exercises will be applied. A research paper is required. Pre or co-requisite: ENG 10303 .
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ALH 20203 Professional CPR (0 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (0.25-0.25)
(F,W)
This course provides information and practice for appropriate response in the event of cardiopulmonary emergency event (one-man, two-man, infant, child, AED & choking victim).
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ALH 25100 MA Business Practices (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(W)
MA Business Practices is a course that provides students with knowledge to perform administrative skills in an ambulatory care setting. Prerequisite: Program admission.
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ALH 25200 MA Clinical Procedures (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (2-2)
(W)
MA Clinical Practices is a lab course that prepares students to perform clinical skills in an ambulatory care setting. Prerequisite: Program admission
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ALH 25300 Diagnostic Testing (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (2-2)
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Diagnostic Testing is a lab course designed to prepare students to perform and assist with various medical laboratory tests and other diagnostic exams used in an ambulatory care setting. Prerequisite: Program admission
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ALH 25400 Quality, Safety & Patient Advocacy (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(W)
Quality, Safety, and Patient Advocacy is a course that covers risk management, quality and safety in patient care and support for patients. Prerequisite: Program admission
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ALH 25500 Prof Issues in MA & Internship (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (4-0)
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Professional Issues in MA & Internship is a course that includes 160 internship hours along with seminar time in professional behavior and performing as a team member. Prerequisite: Program admission
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Art |
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ART 10000 Art History I (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(F)
This course surveys the major developments, movements, and philosophies of the visual arts from the Prehistoric to the Renaissance period by means of lecture, slides, and videos. (Humanities Credit)
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ART 10103 Art History II (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(W)
This course provides a survey of the major developments, movements, and philosophies of the visual arts from the Renaissance period to the present, by means of lecture, slides, and videos. (Humanities Credit)
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ART 10500 Intro to Design (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (0-4)
(F,W)
In this course, students will gain an understanding of the relationships between shape, form, pattern, texture, and color. By using computers, the student will create compositions dealing with biomorphic and rectilinear shapes. This course is intended to give the student a basic knowledge of the principles of composition and the elements of design and the role they play in the creative process. (Humanities Credit)
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ART 10600 Fund of Drawing I (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (0-4)
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This course will stress the process of drawing as an imitation of nature through eye-hand coordination. Drawings are generated exclusively from still lifes as subject matter. Emphasis is on linear construction with a concern for accurate proportion and simple positive-negative/figure-ground relationships. Value structure is introduced after an initial but solid understanding of sighting and measuring, composition, and spatial relationships has been developed. Media is limited to achromatic/monochromatic dry drawing materials. (Humanities Credit)
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ART 10700 Painting I (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (0-4)
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This course will stress the process of painting as an imitation of nature through eye-hand coordination. Paintings are generated from photographs and still lifes (observed objects) as subject matter. Emphasis is on the exploration of techniques with a concern for accurate proportion, simple positive-negative/figure-ground relationships, and color dynamics. Technical realism is introduced after an initial but solid understanding of color theory, compositions, and spatial relations has been developed. Media is limited to full-spectral wet oil materials. (Humanities Credit)
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ART 10800 Ceramics I (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (0-4)
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This course provides an introduction to clay and its characteristics as a creative medium in utilitarian and non-utilitarian forms through hand-built and wheel-thrown objects. (Humanities Credit)
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ART 11000 Watercolors I (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (0-4)
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This course will stress the process of painting as an imitation of nature through eye-hand coordination. Paintings are generated from photographs and still lifes (observed objects) as subject matter. Emphasis is on the exploration of techniques with a concern for accurate proportion, simple positive-negative/figure-ground relationships, and color dynamics. Technical realism is introduced after an initial but solid understanding of color theory, compositions, and spatial relations has been developed. Media is limited to full-spectral wet watercolor materials. (Humanities Credit)
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ART 11400 Sculpture I (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (0-4)
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Students will explore the processes and materials of sculpture (clay, stone, wood, plaster, metals, and other media) with an emphasis on the concepts of three-dimensional form and space. (Humanities Credit)
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ART 11500 Photography I (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (2-2)
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This course offers an introduction to the basic technical skills of photography as a creative medium for personal expression. (Humanities Credit)
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ART 11700 Art Appreciation (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(F)
Provides the non-artist with an appreciation of the visual arts. Through explanation, exploration, research, discussion and hands-on activities, the student will gain an understanding of the concepts involved in discussion and creating art and its role in human society.
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ART 17000 Graphic Studio (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-3)
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This course is an introduction to the computer as a design tool using industry standards in page layout and digital software.
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ART 19000 Digital Communications (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-3)
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The study of fundamental design concepts and elements as they are applied to digital media. Students will create digitally manipulated images using various imaging techniques for print media as it relates to their major area of study. (Humanities Credit)
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ART 20600 Drawing II (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (0-4)
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This course stresses the process of drawing as an imitation of nature through eye-hand coordination. Drawings are generated from still life and photographs as subject matter. In Drawing I, emphasis is on linear construction with a concern for accurate proportion and simple positive-negative/figure-ground relationships. Emphasis in Drawing II is on value structure and the development of the realistic rendering techniques. Students should show a concentration in experimental media, techniques, spatial relationships, and conceptual processes of drawing. Prerequisite: ART-10600 . (Humanities Credit)
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ART 20700 Painting II (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (0-4)
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Painting II will continue to stress the process of painting as an imitation of nature through eye-hand coordination. Paintings are generated from photographs and still lifes as subject matter. Students embark on a wider exploration of techniques with a concern for accurate proportion, simple positive-negative/figure-ground relationships, and color dynamics. Technical realism is one approach used to develop a continuing understanding of color theory, composition, and spatial relationships. Emphasis is on the student’s personal development and refinement of personal expression. Media is limited to full-spectral wet oil materials. Prerequisite: ART 10700 (Humanities Credit)
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ART 21100 3-Dimensional Design (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (0-4)
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This course is an introduction to the fundamentals and concepts of organizing forms in three dimensions. Students use basic materials for a sequence of observation-based problems exploring line, plane and volume with modeled and constructed forms, both in relief and free standing. (Humanities Credit)
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ART 21500 Photography II (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (2-2)
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This course provides creative work for the advanced student in developing a photography portfolio. This course will expand upon the techniques and skills learned in Photography I. Students will explore a variety of films and specialized processing techniques, as well as creative darkroom printing procedures. Students must provide a 35mm camera. Prerequisite: ART 11500 (Humanities Credit)
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ART 25000 Illustration I (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-3)
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This is an introductory course in the basic black, white, and color media illustration techniques with exploration in figurative drawing, media techniques, color and composition, spatial relationships, and conceptual progress of page layout. Illustration I will utilize the knowledge gained in Fundamentals of Drawing I to produce artwork that tells a story or expresses an idea. Artwork is generated by the media available to the student that best fits the idea, such as graphite, charcoal, ink, digital, photography, paint, colored pencil, etc. The ultimate goal in illustration is to create work that can be used for publication, whether magazine, book, brochure, etc. Prerequisite: ART 10600 . (Humanities Credit)
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ART 26000 Illustration II (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-3)
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Emphasis will be placed on the exploration of color media and processes within specific illustration assignments. Problem-solving is encouraged through creative investigation. Prerequisite: ART 25000 . (Humanities Credit)
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ART 27504 Advanced Drawing (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-3)
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This course continues the elements of Drawing II and emphasizes independent problem-solving, refinement of technical skills and the development of conceptualization processes. (Humanities Credit)
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ART 27531 Rendering I (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-3)
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A drawing and painting course in super realism using various media.
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ART 27533 Watercolors II (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-3)
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An advanced course in the basic painting sequence, Watercolors II will continue to stress the process of painting as an imitation of nature through eye-hand coordination. Students embark on a wider exploration of techniques with a concern for accurate proportions, simple positive-negative/figure-ground relationships, and color dynamics. Technical realism is one approach to create with a continuing understanding of color theory, composition, and spatial relationships. Emphasis is on the student’s personal development and refinement of personal expression. Media is limited to full-spectral watercolor materials. Prerequisite: ART 11000 (Humanities Credit)
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ART 27545 Computer Generated Images I (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-3)
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In this course, students will learn the fundamental concepts and features of Adobe Photoshop. These concepts include photo editing and retouching, color correction, layer basics, and special effects. (Humanities Credit)
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ART 27546 Computer Generated Images II (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-3)
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Building on the techniques learned in Computer Generated Images I, this course teaches advanced techniques used by professional graphic artists and photographers. Prerequisite: ART 27545 (Humanities Credit)
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ART 27550 Digital Darkroom (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-3)
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Through the use of conventional cameras/processes and their digital counterparts, students will learn to scan, edit, manipulate, and print photographic images. (Humanities Credit)
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ART 27565 Comic Book Illustration (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-3)
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This course provides a basic introduction to comic book illustration, with exploration in figure drawing, media, techniques, spatial relationships, and the conceptual progress of page layout. (Humanities Credit)
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ART 27571 Computer Animation I (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-3)
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Computer Animation I is an introductory study of the three-dimensional computer images and animation. The class will use 3D Studio to create three-dimensional imagery, apply texture maps, and lighting effects. Several animation techniques will also be studied. Students will meet in small groups to discuss lessons and activities. (Humanities Credit)
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ART 27590 Watercolors III (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-3)
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An advanced course in the painting sequence, Watercolors III will emphasize individual development and refinement of personal expression in various approaches to painting. Students embark on a wider exploration of techniques with concern for accurate proportions, positive-negative/figure-ground relationships, and color dynamics while finding the artist within. Realism is only one approach to creating with a continuing understanding of color theory, composition, and spatial relationships. Prerequisite: ART 27533 (Humanities Credit)
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ART 27595 Color Photography II (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (0-4)
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This course is a continuation of “Intro to Color Photography.” Students may choose to work in any of the processes used to create a color photograph and will be encouraged to produce a body of work that showcases their individual skill and talent. (Humanities Credit)
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ART 27598 Portfolio II (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-3)
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This course continues the elements of Portfolio to develop a unified body of work.
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ART 27611 Rendering II (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-3)
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This course continues the elements of Rendering in superrealism. (Humanities Credit)
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ART 28000 Portfolio I (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-1)
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This is an advanced course in portfolio preparation. It will stress the process of preparing an intensive portfolio for the artist’s market. Résumés and artist’s statements are written to develop an initial but solid understanding of the artist’s work.
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AST 10201 Astronomy I Lecture (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (0-3)
(F)
Introductory course studying Astronomy and related sciences. Covering topics of solar/stellar structure and evolution, and cosmology. Prerequisite: MTH 07300 Co-requisite: AST 10202 (Science credit)
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AST 10202 Astronomy I Laboratory (1 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (0-2)
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Introducing the techniques for mapping and measuring of the physical universe, and become familiar with the night and day skies. Develop understanding of the mechanisms of the universe. Co-requisite: AST 10201 (Science credit)
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AUT 16100 Engine Fundamentals & Overhaul (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-3)
(W)
This course provides an introduction to design, operation, troubleshooting, and service procedures of modern gasoline engines. The student will participate in disassembly, measurement, inspection, and reassembly of engine components. Use of technical data and service procedures will be stressed. The student will complete the ASE A1 technician certification exam, demonstrating knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service and repair automobile gasoline engines. Prerequisites: AUT 16302 and ENG 09000 or instructor’s permission.
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AUT 16201 Fuel Systems & Emission Control (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-3)
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This lecture/lab course is designed to provide instruction in fundamentals, construction, operation, troubleshooting, and servicing of the components of the fuel and emission control systems. Students will participate in disassembly and reassembly of components and fuel systems and in emission control testing. Prerequisites: AUT 16401 and ENG 09000 or instructor’s permission.
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AUT 16302 Automotive Fundamentals (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (2-3)
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This is a lecture/lab course designed to familiarize the student with the automotive unit, design, production, operating, testing, servicing, and job opportunities. Technician certification will be covered on the state and national levels. General ethics at school, on and off the job, along with sexual harassment education will also be addressed. Prerequisite: ENG 08602 or minimum placement of College Reading Skills. Co-requisite: ENG 09000
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AUT 16401 Basic Electricity (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (2-2)
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This electrical course is designed as a prerequisite for automotive electrical classes. Areas of instruction will cover basic electricity, magnetism, fundamentals of batteries, starting motors, charging systems, ignition systems, electrical accessories, and basic wiring. Prerequisite: MTH 06300
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AUT 16801 Automotive Electrical Systems (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-3)
(W)
In this course, students will develop technical knowledge and skills necessary to service and diagnose modern electrical systems. Emphasis will be placed on electrical testing techniques and use of electrical testing equipment. Instruction and lab work will cover chassis wiring, electrical accessories, batteries, starters, charging systems, and ignition system service. The student will complete the ASE A6 technician certification exam, demonstrating knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service and repair automobile electrical systems. Prerequisites: AUT 16401 and ENG 09000 or instructor’s permission.
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AUT 17703 Automotive Braking Systems (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-3)
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This course is designed to provide instruction and skill development in automotive brake system theory and service. Students will develop skills and technical knowledge in the evolution of operation, theory, diagnosis, and repair of conventional and modern computer-controlled anti-lock braking systems. The student will complete the A5 technician certification exam, demonstrating knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service and repair automotive braking systems. Co-requisite: AUT 16302 or instructor’s permission.
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AUT 20402 Intro to Auto Service Management (2 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (2-0)
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This course is a study of facility licensing and management, with coverage of customer relations, promotional techniques, ethics, sexual harassment issues, job-seeking skills, and the laws of the State of Michigan as they apply to the automotive repair industry. The subjects of warranty processing, expense control, productivity, and time labor standards are defined and studied. Employee compensation and incentives, along with job opportunities and classifications, are also discussed and identified.
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AUT 21800 Automatic Transmissions (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (2-4)
(F)
In this lecture/lab course, students are prepared to service, diagnose, and overhaul commonly used automatic transmissions and transaxles. Emphasis will be placed on principles of operation, model variations, servicing techniques, and troubleshooting procedures. The student will complete the ASE A2 technician certification exam, demonstrating knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service and repair automatic transmissions Prerequisite: AUT 16302 or instructor’s permission.
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AUT 26500 Steering Suspension & Alignment (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-3)
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This is a lecture/lab course covering nomenclature and operating principles of steering and suspension systems. Emphasis is on skill development in servicing power steering systems, replacement of suspension components, and four-wheel alignment. The student will complete the ASE A4 technician exam, demonstrating knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service and repair automotive steering and suspension systems. Prerequisites: AUT 16302 and AUT 17703 or instructor’s permission.
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AUT 26601 Gas Engine Performance/Diagnostics (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-3)
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Through the study of theory and use of testing and diagnostic procedures for computerized engine controls, the student will develop the skills required of a diagnostic drivability technician. The student will complete the ASE A8 technician certification exam, demonstrating knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service and repair automotive engine management systems. Prerequisites: successful completion of first and second semester of automotive curriculum or instructor’s permission and AUT 16201 , AUT 16302 , AUT 16401 , and AUT 16801 .
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AUT 26700 Diesel Eng Performance & Diagnostic (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-3)
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This is a lecture/lab course designed to teach students performance and diagnostic procedures on modern passenger car and light duty truck diesel engines. Differences between diesel engine diagnostics and gasoline engines will be covered in great detail. Combustion chamber, fuel, cooling, and lubrication system designs are discussed. Maintenance requirements due to low sulfur fuel, particulate traps, air filter service and new engine oil configurations are all covered. The student will complete the ASE A9 technician certification exam, demonstrating knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service and repair automotive diesel engines. Prerequisite: AUT 26601 or instructor’s permission.
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AUT 27000 Heating & Air Conditioning (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (2-2)
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In this basic refrigeration and air conditioning course, students will gain skills in refrigeration tools and materials, basic refrigeration systems, compressors, refrigerant controls, electric circuit controls, refrigerants testing, and repair of air conditioning units. The student will complete the ASE A7 technician certification exam, demonstrating knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service and repair automotive heating and air conditioning systems. Prerequisite: AUT 16302 or instructor’s permission.
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AUT 27900 Manual Trans Drivelines/Rear Axles (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-3)
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This is a lecture/lab course in the function, construction, operation, servicing, and troubleshooting of conventional power transmission components used in passenger cars and light trucks; clutch, manual transmission/transaxle, propeller shafts, universal joints, and rear axles. The student is given experience in disassembly and reassembly of component parts. The student will complete the ASE A3 technician exam, demonstrating knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service and repair automotive drivelines and manual transmissions. Prerequisite: AUT 16302 or instructor permission.
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AUT 29900 Automotive Internship (5 cr.)
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This internship offers supervised automotive repair experience at a selected automotive repair facility. Students accomplish the course objectives while employed in the automotive industry. This course is required for completion of the associate in applied science, and the master certificate program. The student will complete a minimum 180 hours in this course. Prerequisite: instructor permission.
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BIO 10100 General Biology (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-2)
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This is a lecture and laboratory course in the basic principles of life science; genetics, origin, and evolution of life, structure, function, and classification of organisms and interactions in the ecosystem are stressed. (Science Credit)
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BIO 10700 Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-2)
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This course provides an abbreviated study of the gross and microscopic structures and functions of the systems, organs, and tissues of the human body. Terminology and common pathologies of each system will be introduced. This course includes two hours of laboratory. (Science credit)
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BIO 20000 Fundamentals of Nutrition (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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This course was designed for students with an interest in nutrition and wellness with an emphasis on key nutritional concepts for health care students. The relationship between nutrition and disease processes will be explored. Specific dietary needs of special populations will also be examined. Various diets and their impact on health will be discussed. Prerequisites: BIO 10700 or BIO 23500 and BIO 23600 or BIO 25000 and BIO 25100 .
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BIO 20100 General Zoology (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-2)
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This course provides a lecture/laboratory survey of the major animal groups including internal and external structure; reproductive processes; behavior patterns; life history; and special features peculiar to each group. Some field work in identification of local animals is included. Prerequisite: BIO-10100 or permission of instructor. Offered in Winter of even-numbered years. (Science Credit)
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BIO 21000 Microbiology (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-2)
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This course provides a lecture/laboratory study of the major groups of microbes. The structure of the unicellular organism will be compared to the structure of multicellular organisms. Applications to medicine and ecology will be discussed. The course is designed for the liberal arts student as well as the health sciences student. Prerequisites: BIO 10100 or BIO 23500 and BIO 23600 or BIO 25000 and BIO 25100 or permission of instructor. Offered in Winter of odd-numbered years. (Science Credit)
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BIO 21300 Nature Study (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-2)
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A lecture/laboratory and field course in the behavior, ecology, and classification of plants and animals, including recognition of local flora and fauna, the course is designed to give natural history background material to the liberal arts non-science major, to the non-specialists interested in outdoor life, to those interested in nature interpretation, and to elementary school teachers. NOTE: This course is physically demanding at times due to several planned hikes. Walking through bogs, fens and wading in rivers are planned. Students are expected to car pool and share expenses for field trips. Contact Denise Kemp 989-275-5000 ext 391 or email denise.kemp@kirtland.edu (Science Credit).
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BIO 23500 Anatomy & Physiology I (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-2)
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The first of a two-semester sequence; the first semester covers the nature of life, organization of the human body, cell chemistry and metabolism, the integumentary system, histology, the skeletal and muscular systems, and the nervous system including the special senses. (Science Credit)
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BIO 23600 Anatomy & Physiology II (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-2)
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This is a continuation of BIO 23500 with emphasis on the sensory system, endocrine system, cardiovascular system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system with an introduction to genetics. The course will conclude with a study of pregnancy and human growth and development. Prerequisite: BIO 23500 with a minimum grade of C. (Science Credit)
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BIO 25000 Human Anatomy (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-2)
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A one-semester lecture and laboratory course that uses a systemic approach to explore the levels of organization of the human body from microscopic to gross anatomy structures and how they interact with each other to sustain homeostasis. The course will cover cells, tissues, all organ systems along with an introduction to pregnancy, human growth, development and genetics.
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BIO 25100 Human Physiology (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-2)
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A one-semester course that examines the fundamental principles that govern the functions of the organ systems. This course investigates the regulation, control and interrelationships of the organ systems of the human body. Prerequisite: High school chemistry is recommended but not mandatory.
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Business & Marketing |
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BUS 10100 Intro to Business (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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This course provides an orientation to characteristics and functions of business, business environment, opportunities, ownership, management, organization, marketing, physical plant, personnel, finance, ethics, law, and controls for decision making.
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BUS 10700 Entrepreneurship (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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Upon satisfactory completion of the course, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of how to buy an existing small business or how to start a new venture. Students will learn how to analyze, apply and evaluate modern management practices for sustaining the life and profitability of a small business venture.
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BUS 10800 Personal Financial Planning (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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This course is designed to help students understand the major personal financial planning problems that individuals and families encounter in life including budgeting, taxes, insurance, savings, credit management, investing, retirement and estate planning.
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BUS 21000 Principles of Management (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
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A foundation course that provides the principles, concepts and theories of business management. Explores the constraints and challenges of management practices including management of the global environment, diversity, social responsibility and ethics, decision making, planning, organizing, controlling, leading, teamwork, motivating employees and managing operations.
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BUS 21100 E-Commerce Management (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(W)
E-Commerce (electronic commerce or EC) is the buying and selling of goods and services, or the transmitting of funds or data over an electronic network, primarily the internet. Students accomplish learning goals by exploring web sites and their features, concepts, vocabulary, procedures, learning about marketing issues, payment options, security and ethical issues, as well as solving real business problems. Prerequisites: BUS 10100 & CIS 10500 or permission of instructor.
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BUS 21500 Business Law (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(F,W)
Basic principles of the legal environment and the business world emphasizing ethics, U.S. judicial systems, contract and commercial law, business organizations and investor protections, employment and labor law, government regulations and the global environment. Provides students with the basic knowledge and understanding of legal concepts with actual case law, critical legal thinking and other practical applications. Prerequisites: ENG 09000 and ENG 09601 or demonstrated competency.
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BUS 24500 Human Resource Management (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(F,W)
Provides students and practicing managers with a full and practical review of essential human resource concepts and techniques, with a focus on using human resource practices to improve performance, productivity and profitability within the workplace. Topics include recruitment, placement, talent management, training and development, compensation, ethics, employee relations, labor relations, collective bargaining, employee safety and health and managing global human resources.
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BUS 29900 Internship in Business & Marketing (3 cr.)
(F,W,S)
This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to earn credit while obtaining meaningful discipline-related work experience outside the classroom setting. Students are expected to spend a minimum of 128 hours (3 credits) in an appropriate work setting. The course may be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. Prerequisite: 2.5 GPA, sophomore standing, business department and advisor approval.
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CAP 29901 Internship/Service Learning (1 cr.)
(F,W,S)
This course can be used for technical elective credits in the M-TEC curricula providing students the opportunity to increase the value of their education through a meaningful work experience. This on-the-job training or community service must be mutually agreed upon with the student, advisor, and worksite designee before work commences. This work experience may be paid, voluntary, or community service oriented.
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CAP 29902 Internship/Service Learning (2 cr.)
(F,W,S)
This course can be used for technical elective credits in the M-TEC curricula providing students the opportunity to increase the value of their education through a meaningful work experience. This on-the-job training or community service must be mutually agreed upon with the student, advisor, and worksite designee before work commences. This work experience may be paid, voluntary, or community service oriented.
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CAP 29903 Internship/Service Learning (3 cr.)
(F,W,S)
This course can be used for technical elective credits in the M-TEC curricula providing students the opportunity to increase the value of their education through a meaningful work experience. This on-the-job training or community service must be mutually agreed upon with the student, advisor, and worksite designee before work commences. This work experience may be paid, voluntary, or community service oriented.
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CAP 29904 Internship/Service Learning (4 cr.)
(F,W,S)
This course can be used as technical elective credits in the M-TEC curricula providing students the opportunity to increase the value of their education through a meaningful work experience. This on-the-job training or community service must be mutually agreed upon with the student, advisor, and worksite designee before work commences. This work experience may be paid, voluntary, or community service oriented.
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Career & Personal Development |
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CAR 200– Service Learning Project (1-5 cr.)
(V)
An individual service-learning project will be designed under the supervision of the coordinator of service learning and appropriate faculty members. The student will design a community placement as the basis for academic learning. Prerequisite: permission of the service learning advisory committee.
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CAR 09300 Study Skills (1 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-0)
(F,W)
This course will assess students’ study habits. Students will learn note-taking, test-taking, memory improvement, time management, and how to reduce anxiety. Students will explore college life and methods to cope with it through group counseling activities.
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CAR 10201 College Survival and Success I (1 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-0)
(F,W)
This course introduces skills necessary for early survival and success in college. It focuses on personal development, learning style analysis, time management, goal setting, and a thorough overview and orientation of Kirtland Community College programs, services, and resources.
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CAR 10401 College Research in the Digital Age (1 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1-0)
(F,W,S)
This course is designed to introduce students to the skills necessary to use an academic library and how to conduct effective research including information gathering, retrieval, and evaluation to support academic success and lifelong learning. Course content will include readings, lecture notes, discussion, and hands-on online searching. Academic integrity and citing sources will be covered.
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CAR 12600 Service Learning Lab (1 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (99-99)
(V)
A service-learning project designed by an instructor to supplement course learning, this may be offered either as a required or optional lab.
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Chemistry |
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CHE 10000 Chemical Science (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-2)
(F)
Chemical Science with lab presents the elementary principles of inorganic, physical, and organic chemistry. It is intended to introduce college chemistry, or to satisfy course requirements in technical fields such as nursing. Prerequisite: MTH 07300 or high school algebra. (Science Credit)
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CHE 10101 Gen Chemistry I (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (4-0)
(F)
General Chemistry I provides a thorough discussion of the topics of atomic structure, stoichiometry, solutions and pH, gas laws, electronic configuration and bonding theories, the periodic tables, and liquids and solids. Prerequisites: high school algebra 2 semesters with a “C” or better, or MTH 07300 or higher AND a year of high school chemistry (with a minimum grade of “C”) or CHE 10000 or CHE 10400 or permission of the instructor. Prerequisite or co-requisite: ENG-10303 . Co-requisite: CHE 10102 (Science Credit)
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CHE 10102 Gen Chemistry Lab I (1 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (0-3)
(F)
This is a laboratory course to accompany CHE 10101 . Co-requisite: CHE 10101 . (Science Credit)
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CHE 10201 General Chemistry II (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (4-0)
(W)
This is a continuation of General Chemistry I, concerned broadly with thermodynamics and kinetics. Topics discussed include kinetics data analysis and reaction mechanisms, chemical equilibrium, electrochemistry, chemical thermodynamics, nuclear chemistry, and some descriptive chemistry of the elements. Prerequisite: CHE 10101 . Corequisite: CHE 10202 . (Science Credit)
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CHE 10202 General Chemistry II Lab (1 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (0-3)
(W)
This is a laboratory course to accompany CHE 10201 . Co-requisite: CHE 10201 . (Science Credit)
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CHE 10400 Chemistry for Health Sciences (4 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-2)
(F,W,S)
This is a one semester introductory chemistry course designed for non-science majors. The course is for students planning to enter careers in nursing, nutrition, environmental science, food science and a wide variety of other health-related professions. The course exposes students to concepts of general, organic and biological chemistry. Students will complete 3 contact hours of lecture and 2 contact hours of laboratory experiments weekly. Prerequisites: High School Algebra 2 semesters with a C or better, or MTH 07300 or higher.
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Computer Information Systems |
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CIS 275– Directed Study-Computer Information System (1-6 cr.)
(V)
This is a course designed to meet special occupational needs for individual students. Prerequisite: advisor recommendation.
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CIS 01000 Basic Computing (2 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (2-0)
(S)
This course is designed to help students learn about the fundamental aspects of using a computer. It is designed for beginners who have never used a computer or are afraid to use one. This course is slower paced and does not have the rigor of a transferable computer course. Students will learn about hardware components, Windows, word processing software, the Internet, and e-mail. This course does not transfer to other colleges or universities. No prerequisite.
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CIS 10500 Intro to Computers (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(F,W,S)
Students will become familiar with hardware and software terminology/concepts, Windows operating system, word processing, spreadsheet, database management and presentation software. Application software used is the current version of Windows and Microsoft Office Professional. Prerequisite Skills: Basic computer and keyboarding skills are required for successful completion of this course.
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CIS 11700 Visual Basic (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (1.5-1.5)
(F)
This course serves as an introduction to Visual Basic. The course introduces concepts concerning the design, creation, test, and execution of Visual Basic Applications. Prerequisite: CIS 10500 with a “B” or better, or demonstrated competency.
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CIS 17001 Microsoft Office (3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: (3-0)
(F)
This course covers how to utilize and integrate all the applications contained within Microsoft Office. Exercises will involve business applications using the word processing, spreadsheet, database management, and presentation software components of Microsoft Office. Application software used Microsoft Office Professional which includes: Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Prerequisite: CIS 10500 or demonstrated competency.
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