Jun 16, 2024  
2015-2016 Catalog 
    
2015-2016 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Other Courses

  
  • CO/M 2120 - Small Group Communication


    (3L)(3CR) [E] Communication behavior in small group situations is explored; networks, dynamics, leadership roles, member functions, and decision-making behavior.

    Prerequisites: CO/M 1010  or CO/M 1030  or permission of instructor.
  
  • CO/M 2125 - Family Communication


    (3L)(3CR) Designed to explore the role that communication plays in family functioning.

    Prerequisites: CO/M 1030  or permission of instructor.
  
  • CO/M 2135 - Gender, Communication and Culture


    (3L)(3CR) This course provides both a theoretical and real-life view, for both genders, on how our communication in work, school, social and relationship settings help shape and design our gender constructs.

  
  • CO/M 2145 - Mentoring Communication


    (1-2CR) This course will focus on unique or specific communication situations associated with serving as a mentor for elementary students between the ages of 8 - 11 and the application of special strategies or rules for effective communication in those situations. This course is associated with the Help Yourself Academy, an after-school program designed to offer Title 1 NCSD elementary students (grades 3 - 6) the opportunity to focus on a math and science curriculum.

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
  
  • CO/M 2150 - Argumentation


    (3L)(3CR) [E] Principles of argumentation are presented with emphasis on reasoning, evidence, case construction, and effective presentation in bringing about belief and conviction. Application by participation in debates and discussions on various social and political questions.

    Prerequisites: CO/M 1010  or permission of instructor.
  
  • CO/M 2155 - Motivational Interviewing


    (3L)(3CR) Behavioral change is a goal of many human service professionals. This course will examine the process of how change occurs and how to apply evidence based practices to assist clients with the change process thorough the use of motivational interviewing. Through a combination of lecture, skill practice, discussion, and personal exploration, this course will serve as a ‘hands on’ experience for the change process.

  
  • CO/M 2170 - Beginning Broadcast Writing


    (3L)(3CR) [E] Techniques of writing, interviewing and delivering news stories for radio and television. Practice in gathering and producing broadcast news.

  
  • CO/M 2180 - Introduction to Film Studies


    (2L, 2LB)(3CR) Introduction to film esthetics and critical approaches to studying and writing about film. Includes examination of photography, production, scripting, sound, composition as well as theoretical and social concerns.

  
  • CO/M 2190 - Basic Video Production


    (2L, 2LB)(3CR) Basic camera operation, sound, lighting, scriptwriting, planning, budgeting, and editing introduce the fundamentals of corporate and educational single-camera video production. Students will work in a variety of crew positions to create private or institutional videotapes.

  
  • CO/M 2200 - Broadcast Production


    (2L, 2LB)(3CR) [E] Introduction to the fundamental technical and production concepts in radio, television, and motion pictures. Actual experience with equipment and an understanding of its operation are emphasized.

    Prerequisites: CO/M 2190  or permission of the instructor.
  
  • CO/M 2260 - Interviewing


    (3L)(3CR) [E] Principles and methods of imparting information through interviewing in both private and public situations will be explained. Students will study and practice techniques employed in professional situations.

    Prerequisites: CO/M 1030  or permission of instructor.
  
  • CO/M 2340 - Editing and Production


    (3L)(3CR) Evaluation, selection and preparation of news copy for publication. Practice in copy reading, proof reading, headline writing, and page layout. Use of photography and advertising in page layout.

    Prerequisites: CO/M 2100 .
  
  • CO/M 2355 - Introduction to Media Photography


    (3L)(3CR) This course is designed for students to gain a general understanding of digital camera operation and the development of photojournalism and its role in a visually-oriented world. Students will used both film and digital cameras for their photographs and will learn how to manipulate them in Adobe Photoshop.

    Prerequisites: CO/M 2100 , or permission of the instructor.
  
  • CO/M 2370 - Independent Video Production


    (1-2CR) (Max. 2) With approval of the instructor, the student designs and implements one or more independent or institutionally-related video projects.

  
  • CO/M 2380 - Cinema History


    (3L)(3CR) [E] A study of the development of film from 1895 to the present in relation to historical forces shaping the film industry in the form of artistic movements, world history, popular taste, technology, economics, and politics. Weekly screening of historically significant films supplement readings, lectures, and discussions.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 1010  or permission of instructor.
  
  • CO/M 2390 - Independent Publications


    (2LB) (Max. 3CR)(1CR) Students interested in work on the newspaper or the literary/art magazine will work in advertising, photography, records, circulation, editorial and or writing/editing.

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
  
  • CO/M 2471 - Communication Internship


    (1-3CR) (Max. 6) This course is designed for students wishing to gain work experience using communication skills. This is an unpaid internship. The student will complete 80 hours of work for 1 credit hour. The student will be evaluated by his/her supervisor at work as well as several visits by the instructor. This course may be repeated to a maximum of 6 credit hours.

    Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
  
  • CO/M 2475 - Independent Study


    (1-3CR) (Max. 6) An opportunity for students to develop projects in their particular area of interest within the communication discipline.

    Prerequisites: CO/M 1040 , consent of instructor, and completion of at least six hours of 2000 level CO/M credits.
  
  • CO/M 2480 - Cooperative Work Experience


    (1-3CR) (Max. 6) Laboratory work consists of paid on-the-job training independently arranged and accompanied by academic instruction.

    Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
  
  • CO/M 2490 - Topics: (Subtitle)


    (1-3CR) Independent study and research reserved for students who have successfully completed six hours of 2000 level communication courses. Topics must meet with the approval of the instructor and proceed under direct supervision.

  
  • CO/M 2495 - Workshop: (Subtitle)


    (.5-3CR) (Max. 12) Offered in response to needs and interests of students and members of the community. The topics vary but focus on developing an understanding and acquiring fundamental skills in communication.

  
  • CO/M 2520 - Intro to Social Media


    (3L)(3CR) This course will introduce methods for analyzing and understanding how people apply social media technologies and their societal implications. The course will offer real world examples to help students use tools like Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Tumblr and YouTube in creating content and communication plans for organizations and businesses. In addition, students will learn how to manage their own identity or brand through various forms of social media.

    Prerequisites: None
  
  • COSC 1010 - Introduction to Computer Science


    (3L, 2LB)(4CR) [E] Introduction to problem solving and programming using structured program development techniques applied to a high-level programming language. Students will participate in software experimentation in a closed laboratory setting. Additional programming exercises will be assigned for student to complete in open laboratories or on their own equipment.

    Prerequisites: Typing skills.
  
  • COSC 1030 - Computer Science I


    (3L, 2LB)(4CR) [E] Study of algorithmic problem solving using principles of structured programming and object-oriented design. Algorithms are implemented in a high-level, object-oriented language. Programming assignments and experimentation with software in a closed laboratory supplement the discussion.

    Prerequisites: Previous programming experience required and COSC 1010  or instructor permission.
  
  • COSC 1200 - Computer Information Systems


    (2L, 2LB)(3CR) [E] An introduction to computers and information processing. Computer concepts covered include: the merger of computer and communication technologies, hardware, software, ethics, and security. Students develop basic software skills in: word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations, Web designing, and integrating software. Keyboarding skills equivalent to 20 wpm is needed to succeed.

  
  • COSC 2030 - Computer Science II


    (3L, 2LB)(4CR) [E] Studies the use and implementation of abstract data structures in an object oriented programming environment. Topics include lists, stacks, queues, tables, binary trees, graphs, space and time complexity, recursion, and recursive data types. Programming exercises and experimentation with software in a closed laboratory supplement the discussion.

    Prerequisites: COSC 1030 .
  
  • COSC 2150 - Computer Organization


    (3L)(3CR) [E] Foundations class for advanced coursework in computer science. Use of assembly and high-level languages to study the structure and operations of computers. Topics include the logical organization of computers, structured data and instruction representation in various types of languages, and extensive study of the assembly language of a modern microprocessor. Most programming is done at the assembly language level.

    Prerequisites: COSC 2030  (or concurrent enrollment) or permission of instructor.
  
  • COSC 2210 - Business Data Processing I


    (2L, 2LB)(3CR) Study of relational database design techniques. Skills learned include relational table design, user interface design, and visual basic scripting. Microsoft Access, Microsoft SQL Server, and other relational databases will be used.

    Prerequisites: CMAP 1815 , COSC 1010 , or permission of the instructor.
  
  • COSC 2220 - Business Data Processing II


    (2L, 2LB)(3CR) Study of principles of database administration. Skills learned include installation and configuration of scalable databases, implementation of security modeling, and implementation of fault tolerance systems for Microsoft SQL Server databases.

    Prerequisites: COSC 2210 .
  
  • COSC 2240 - Systems Analysis and Design


    (3L)(3CR) How to analyze existing information processing systems and prepare user specifications for improved systems. The systems development life cycle, from investigation through installation and review, and an actual systems analysis.

  
  • COSC 2300 - Discrete Structures


    (3L)(3CR) [E] Applications in computer science of set theory, counting techniques, Boolean algebra, mapping, relations and functions, propositional logic and graphing. Additional topics include induction, proof methods, and propositional calculus.

    Prerequisites: COSC 2030  and MATH 2200  or MATH 2355 . (Dual listing MATH 2300 .)
  
  • COSC 2402 - LISP Programming with CLOS


    (2L)(2CR) Overview of functional programming using the Common Lisp language. Includes object oriented topics using the CLOS object system. Students are expected to complete programming assignments in open computer labs or on their own computers.

    Prerequisites: COSC 2030 , or permission of the instructor.
  
  • COSC 2405 - User Interface Design


    (2L)(2CR) An intermediate-level course in developing graphical applications for a modern operating system. Through a series of hands-on activities, students will gain experience in designing, implementing, and debugging user interfaces for practical applications. The use of a wide variety of user interface components will be covered together will best practices for the platform of interest. The emphasis of this course is on creating clean, usable interface designs rather than producing the most technically capable implementation.

    Prerequisites: COSC 1030 .
  
  • COSC 2406 - Programming in Java


    (3L, 2LB)(4CR) [E] Students will study algorithmic problem solving techniques using object oriented programming in Java. Topics include creation of files, applets and graphical interfaces, console applications, arrays, graphics and animation methods and Internet communication, with special emphasis on class and object creation.

    Prerequisites: COSC 1010  or COSC 1030 .
  
  • COSC 2409 - Programming: Topic


    (2-4CR) [E] Describes various computer languages focusing on their differences from prerequisite languages and the uses of these new features. This course will give the student the chance to study new and unusual languages and their uses.

    Prerequisites: COSC 2030  or concurrent enrollment.
  
  • COSC 2480 - Cooperative Experience (Computer Systems and Applications)


    (1-3CR) (Max. 6) The student is afforded the opportunity to gain practical, on-the job experience within the student’s area of business specialization. Supervision of program coordinator and employer, if required. A minimum of 80 hours of on-the job training represents one semester hour. The student must maintain 12 credit hours with a 2.0 GPA during the semester this course is taken.

    Prerequisites: Computer systems and applications or computer science major and permission of the program coordinator.
  
  • COSC 2495 - Computer Workshop


    (3LB)(1CR) (Max. 3) Offers practical experience in programming and in using the computer to process various types of jobs. Intended for those students who wish to obtain additional programming experience.

    Prerequisites: COSC 2030 .
  
  • COTA 2020 - Human Occupations and Life Roles


    (4LB)(2CR) The foundation of occupational therapy is purposeful activity related to development and life roles. This course provides an in-depth exploration of occupations and life roles throughout the life cycle while exploring occupational therapy theory, analysis and synthesis of occupations as performed in the various life stages. Provides discussion of influences of disability and culture to occupational performance.

    Prerequisites: Permission of OTA program director.
  
  • COTA 2100 - Psychosocial Aspects


    (1L, 4LB)(3CR) This course addresses acute and chronic psychosocial dysfunction conditions and occupational therapy’s role in providing service. Various developmental concerns and mental health settings are discussed. The OTA’s role in interventions is presented including theory, evaluation, treatment planning and intervention. Psychosocial issues in physical dysfunction are also explored.

    Prerequisites: COTA 2200 , COTA 2300 , COTA 2310 , COTA 2420 , and PSYC 1000 .
    Taken concurrently with COTA 2210  and COTA 2320 .
  
  • COTA 2150 - Group Dynamics


    (2LB)(1CR) This course is designed to develop effective interpersonal communication to prepare students for professional/patient interactions in clinical practice and the engagement of therapeutic use of self. An emphasis is placed on the development of basic listening skills, providing meaningful feedback, and group membership skills. This course provides an environment, which promotes sharing of ideas, attitudes and feelings, peer feedback and support of group members.

    Prerequisites: Admission into the OTA program, or permission of the OTA program director.
  
  • COTA 2160 - Leadership Skills


    (4LB)(2CR) This course promotes effective interpersonal communication for group and professional leadership, evaluation of self and others, and therapeutic-use of-self techniques necessary for effective occupational therapy service provision. Group leadership and interactive skills are practiced along with activity analysis, adapting and grading of group activities.

    Prerequisites: COTA 2150 , COTA 2200 , COTA 2300 , COTA 2310 , COTA 2420 .
    Taken concurrently with COTA 2100  and COTA 2210 .
  
  • COTA 2200 - Therapeutic Approaches and Media I


    (4LB)(2CR) Exploration of a variety of media and therapeutic approaches for special needs populations. Activity analysis and adaptation of activities are practiced extensively. Types of activities explored include play, education, daily living skills, social participation, work and leisure. Use of the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework is introduced and applied to practice.

  
  • COTA 2210 - Therapeutic Approaches and Media II


    (4LB)(2CR) Continuation of implementation of the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework. A variety of media will be explored for implementation with psychosocial and pediatric populations. Activity analysis, adapting, and grading of interventions for therapeutic application for these populations is the focus of this class.

    Prerequisites: COTA 2020 , COTA 2200 , COTA 2300 , COTA 2310 , COTA 2420 .
    Taken concurrently with COTA 2100  and COTA 2350 .
  
  • COTA 2220 - Therapeutic Approaches and Media III


    (6LB)(3CR) This course continues the exploration of service implementation for the occupational therapy assistant in the physical disabilities settings. Areas studied include daily living skills, work, leisure, education, and social participation. Techniques applied in physical disabilities settings are practiced.

    Prerequisites: COTA 2020 , COTA 2200 , COTA 2210 , COTA 2300 , COTA 2310 , COTA 2320 , COTA 2350 , and COTA 2420 .
    Taken concurrently with COTA 2330  and COTA 2400 .
  
  • COTA 2300 - Fieldwork Integration I


    (4LB)(2CR) An introduction to the role of working with special needs populations in the community. The role and professional expectations of occupational therapy assistants are introduced. This course provides fieldwork preparation integrated with classroom discussions. Students will complete 20 hours of clinical experience. Beginning knowledge of medical terminology is studied.

  
  • COTA 2310 - Fieldwork Integration II


    (2LB)(1CR) A continuation of pre-fieldwork course work and beginning preparation for Level I fieldwork. Primary focus on professional skills in community experiences and with special needs populations. Begin clinical documentation for OTA practitioner.

    Prerequisites: COTA 2300 .
  
  • COTA 2320 - Fieldwork Integration III


    (2LB)(1CR) Designed to prepare students for Level I and II fieldwork experiences. Students will complete Level I fieldwork in psychosocial and pediatric settings. Continuation of documentation concepts.

    Prerequisites: COTA 2020 , COTA 2300 , COTA 2310 , and COTA 2420 .
    Taken concurrently with COTA 2100  and COTA 2350 .
  
  • COTA 2330 - Fieldwork Integration IV


    (2LB)(1CR) A continuation of clinical readiness skills. Includes Level I experiences in developmental disabilities, physical disabilities and geriatric settings as well as preparation for Level II experiences. Clinical reasoning skills for transition from student to practitioner are an integral part of the course.

    Prerequisites: COTA 2020 , COTA 2100 , COTA 2200 , COTA 2300 COTA 2310 , COTA 2320 , COTA 2350 , and COTA 2420 .
    Taken concurrently with COTA 2220  and COTA 2400 .
  
  • COTA 2350 - Clinical Theory and Practice I


    (1L, 4LB)(3CR) Course examines occupational therapy theory and practice for individuals aged birth through 21 with a focus on physical disabilities and developmental dysfunction. Explores implementation of occupational therapy in a variety of settings including theory, assessment, planning treatment plan and intervention.

    Prerequisites: COTA 2020 , 2050, COTA 2200 , COTA 2300 , COTA 2310 , and COTA 2420 .
    Taken concurrently with COTA 2210  and COTA 2320 .
  
  • COTA 2400 - Clinical Theory and Practice II


    (1L, 4LB)(3CR) Course examines occupational theory and practice for individuals over the age of 21 with a focus on physical disabilities, neurological impairment and aging dysfunction. Explores implementation of occupational therapy including theory, assessment, treatment planning and implementation, in a variety of settings.

    Prerequisites: COTA 2020 , COTA 2200 COTA 2210 , COTA 2300 , COTA 2310 , COTA 2320 , COTA 2350 , and COTA 2420 .
    Taken concurrently with COTA 2220  and COTA 2330 .
  
  • COTA 2420 - Clinical Conditions


    (2L, 2LB)(3CR) Specific diagnoses commonly seen by the occupational therapists are examined and application of occupational therapy techniques and theory are discussed.

    Prerequisites: Admission into the OTA Program or permission of the OTA Program Director and ZOO 2040 , ZOO 2041 , and KIN 2050 .
  
  • COTA 2450 - Health Care Systems


    (2L, 2LB)(3CR) Course provides exploration of the health care system and the delivery of occupational therapy services. Topics include: reimbursement, team concepts in health care, the role of the OTA within the OT department and health care environments, levels of authority and responsibility, and familiarity with alternative health care choices.

    Prerequisites: COTA 2020 , COTA 2100 , COTA 2150 , COTA 2160 , COTA 2200 , COTA 2210 , COTA 2300 COTA 2310 , COTA 2320 , COTA 2350 , and COTA 2420 .
  
  • COTA 2500 - Fieldwork A


    (3CR) First of two Level II fieldwork placements. Eight weeks of fieldwork in contracted facility. Includes a minimum of 40 hours a week of on-site skill practice. On-line integration of learning experiences with instructor and class members is expected.

    Prerequisites: Must have successfully completed all academic course work and Level I fieldwork.
    (May be taken concurrently with COTA 2550  and/or COTA 2600 .)
  
  • COTA 2550 - Fieldwork B


    (3CR) Second of two Level II fieldwork placements. Eight weeks of fieldwork in contracted facility. Includes a minimum of 40 hours a week of on-site skill practice. On-line integration of learning experiences with instructor and class members is expected.

    Prerequisites: Must have successfully completed all academic coursework and COTA 2500 .
    (May be concurrently taken with COTA 2500  and/or COTA 2600 .)
  
  • COTA 2600 - Fieldwork Options


    (2-3CR) Six to eight weeks fieldwork optional for students wishing further specialized training in a particular facility. Length of training to be prearranged with school and clinical setting. On-line integration of learning experiences with instructor and class members is expected.

    Prerequisites: Must have successfully completed all academic coursework, Level I fieldwork and COTA 2500  and COTA 2550 .
    (May be taken concurrently with COTA 2500  and COTA 2550 .)
  
  • COTA 2975 - Independent Study in OT


    (1-3CR) (Max. 6) This course provides occupational therapy assistant students the opportunities to complete independent research/study in areas of interest within the field of occupational therapy.

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
  
  • CRMJ 1040 - Spanish for Emergency Responders


    (3L)(3CR) Basic survival Spanish for law enforcement and fire science students.

  
  • CRMJ 1700 - Firearms I


    (2L, 1LB)(2CR) The first eight weeks of the course involve the moral aspects, legal provisions, safety precautions and restrictions governing the use of firearms, firing handguns, target analysis and range procedures. The second eight weeks provide instruction in basic techniques and skills of handling and properly using handguns. It will also provide for competition in target and practical police course matches. Students must furnish ammunition. Enrollment limited to majors in criminal justice except by permission of the instructor. This is considered to be a vocational skills course and it may not transfer to the University of Wyoming or other four-year institutions offering bachelor degrees in criminal justice.

  
  • CRMJ 1705 - Firearms II


    (1L, 4LB)(3CR) This course will review range safety procedures and legal issues concerning the use of deadly force by law enforcement officers. In addition, the course will introduce students to more advanced defensive handgun techniques beyond what are taught in CRMJ 1700 . Students will also be introduced to skills involving the handling, firing and maintenance of police shotguns, semi-automatic patrol rifles, and precision rifles. Students must furnish ammunition, ear and eye protection and pay an access fee for use of the shooting range. This is considered to be a vocational skills course and it may not transfer to the University of Wyoming or other four-year institutions offering bachelor degrees in criminal justice. Enrollment limited to majors in criminal justice or by permission of the instructor.

    Prerequisites: CRMJ 1700 .
  
  • CRMJ 2005 - Introduction to Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems


    (.5L, 1LB)(1CR) Exploration of areas of contention, which occur within the criminal justice system in America today. To include such topics as bail, plea-bargaining, Supreme Court decisions of a controversial nature, police discretion, and others.

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
  
  • CRMJ 2120 - Introduction to Criminal Justice


    (3L)(3CR) [E] The agencies and processes involved in the criminal justice system legislature, the police, the prosecutor, the public defender, the courts, and corrections. An analysis of the roles and problems of law enforcement in a democratic society with an emphasis upon inter-component relations and checks and balances.

  
  • CRMJ 2130 - Criminal Investigation I


    (3L)(3CR) Theory of criminal investigation: relations of the detective with other law enforcement divisions, modus operandi, sources of information, surveillance, personal identification, interrogation, preliminary and follow-up investigations, collection and preservation of evidence. Enrollment limited to majors in law enforcement except by permission of the instructor.

  
  • CRMJ 2210 - Criminal Law I


    (3L)(3CR) [E] Comparative study of criminal laws; origins of laws; review of Wyoming criminal laws and procedures; elements of a crime; parties to a crime; elements of specific crimes; arrest, jurisdiction of criminal courts and criminal procedures. (Spring semester.)

    Prerequisites: Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in CRMJ 2120 .
  
  • CRMJ 2230 - Law of Evidence


    (3L)(3CR) Leading rules and principles of exclusion and selection, burden of proof, nature and effect of presumptions, proof of authenticity, and contents of writings; examination, competency, and privilege of witnesses. (Fall semester.)

    Prerequisites: CRMJ 2120 .
  
  • CRMJ 2250 - Police Administration


    (3L)(3CR) Principles of organization and management as applied to law enforcement agencies. Theoretical and practical aspects of management factors such as organizations, decision-making, values, human relations, and power.

    Prerequisites: CRMJ 2120 , or permission of the instructor.
  
  • CRMJ 2280 - Criminal Procedure


    (3L)(3CR) This course will familiarize the student with the state of Wyoming and federal criminal process. The fourth, fifth, sixth, and fourteenth amendments to the United States Constitution will be emphasized, along with applicable Supreme Court cases. The laws of arrest, search, seizure, pretrial identification procedures and confessions will be studied. An overview of the criminal court system as it relates to individual rights protected under the Constitution and key Supreme Court holdings will be taught.

  
  • CRMJ 2350 - Introduction to Corrections


    (3L)(3CR) A general overview of the correctional process describing the history and evolution of the American corrections system. This course covers all aspects of institutional and community-based corrections. Meets only in spring semester of even-numbered years.

  
  • CRMJ 2380 - Probation and Parole


    (3L)(3CR) Introduces students to the concepts and practices of community alternatives to incarceration. Includes both adult and juvenile probation and parole as well as community corrections centers and halfway houses. Will investigate legal requirements and aspects of community-based corrections.

  
  • CRMJ 2430 - The Community and the Police


    (3L)(3CR) The course delves into the areas of police professionalism and the concept of community relations. Areas discussed will include use of power, prejudice, race relations, civil rights, police political relations and police media relations.

    Prerequisites: CRMJ 2120 , or permission of the instructor.
  
  • CRMJ 2490 - Topics: (Subtitle)


    (1-3L)(1-3CR) (Max. 6) Offered in answer to specific need or public interest. A student may repeat this course twice under different subtitles to a maximum of six credit hours.

    Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course; however, college level reading and writing abilities are presumed. Students with an SCT English score below 18 or a Compass writing-skills score below 75 may want to complete ENGL 0800  before taking this course.
  
  • CRMJ 2570 - Criminalistics


    (2L, 2LB)(3CR) This course will delve into the aspects of crime scene management. From the first initial contact with the crime scene, the student will learn to gather physical evidence, document, photograph, and diagram the scene to scale. They will identify fibers, hairs, paints, tool markings, fingerprints and other impressions. We will also look into what the future holds in the area of crime scene management.

  
  • CRMJ 2895 - Capstone Directed Studies in Criminal Justice


    (1CR)  

     

    This capstone course is the conclusion of the student’s criminal justice academic experience and is the final course completed by students in the Criminal Justice Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree or the Criminal Justice Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree. The course is designed to assess the student’s understanding of the Criminal Justice System and his/her readiness to become employed by a criminal justice agency.

    Prerequisites: All major requirements or concurrent enrollment in any remaining major requirement courses and permission of the instructor.

  
  • CRMJ 2965 - Directed Studies in Criminal Justice


    (1-3CR) (Max. 6) Faculty-guided research in an area of mutual interest to the student and instructor within the law enforcement or corrections major.

  
  • CRMJ 2970 - Criminal Justice Internship


    (*1-3CR) (Max. 3) *Thirty hours of participation per credit hour. This course will place a student in a criminal justice agency for a few hours per week for one semester as an observer. It will afford the pre-service student the opportunity to observe the workings of the criminal justice system, and the in-service student an opportunity to work in a collateral criminal justice agency.

    Prerequisites: Sophomore standing and permission of the instructor.
  
  • CRMJ 2980 - Cooperative Work Experience (Law Enforcement)


    (*2- 3CR) *(see “unit of study ”) Supervised work and project experience for the purpose of increasing student understanding of law enforcement problems and procedures. Supervision is provided by both the instructional staff of the college and the cooperating agencies. Analysis and reports of student’s performance; regular group meetings. Enrollment limited to majors in law enforcement with sophomore standing except by permission of the instructor.

  
  • CROP 2200 - Forage Crop Science


    (3L, 2LB)(4CR) This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the biology, propagation and management of forage and farm crop plants. Many topics (e.g., plant ecophysiology, cropping practices in agro ecosystems, plant genetic improvement) will be covered.

  
  • CSCO 2000 - Beginning Internetworking


    (3L)(3CR) This class focuses solely on networking fundamentals and is not specific to Cisco products or technologies. Student learning will include an understanding of the OSI networking model, networking components, premises wiring, industry standards, networking topologies and designs, and professional practices. Project learning experiences will include designing networks and the installation of network premises cabling.

  
  • CSCO 2010 - Advanced Internetworking I


    (2L, 2LB)(3CR) This course is the second semester of a four semester CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) certification based training program. This class focuses on router configuration and applying the networking principles outlined in CSCO 2000  to real world situations. Specific topics include router components and features, intermediate IP addressing, routing protocols, router modes and functions, access control lists and network design.

  
  • CSCO 2020 - Advanced Internetworking II


    (4L)(4CR) This course is the third and fourth semesters of a four semester CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) certification based training program. This class focuses on the application of advanced routing protocols such as OSPF and EIGRP, advanced IP addressing, LAN switching and VLAN design, and the configuration of wide area network access using the point-to-point protocol (PPP), ISDN, and frame relay.

    Prerequisites: CSCO 2010 .
  
  • CSCO 2035 - CCNA Certification Exam Review


    (1L)(1CR) This course will be a thorough review of the Cisco CCNA Certification Exam requirements. Using lectures, flash cards and electronic testing, students will be presented with a complete outline of exam requirements and will be able to accurately gauge their level of preparedness to take the exam.

    Prerequisites: None (should be preparing to sit for the CCNA Exam)
  
  • CSEC 1500 - Network Security Fundamentals


    (2L, 2LB)(3CR) This course examines current standards for information security through examination of security technologies, methodologies and best practices. Topics include evaluations of security models, risk assessment, threat analysis, attack types, encryption technologies, organizational technology, security implementation, disaster recovery planning, and security policy formulation and implementation.

    Prerequisites: CSEC 1505 .
  
  • CSEC 1505 - Networking Essentials


    (3L)(3CR) This course provides in-depth knowledge of networking and telecommunications technologies, hardware, and software, emphasizing underlying technologies and protocols. Students will have both the knowledge and hands-on skills necessary to work with network operating systems in a network environment. This course focuses on troubleshooting and not on an exam. Design topics include wired and wireless architectures; topologies, models, standards and protocols; and operation of bridges, routers, switches, and gateways.

  
  • CSEC 1510 - Network Defense Principles


    (2L, 2LB)(3CR) This course introduces students to the various methodologies used for attacking a network. Students are introduced to the concepts, principles and techniques, supplemented by hands-on exercises for attacking and disabling a network. These methodologies are presented within the context of properly securing the network. Students are provided with updated security resources that describe new vulnerabilities and innovative ways to protect networks by using the skills and tools of an ethical hacker.

    Prerequisites: CSEC 1500 .
  
  • CSEC 1530 - Computer Forensics


    (2L, 2LB)(3CR) The universal use of technology in every aspect of our lives has provided the need for the recovery of evidence in a digital format. In today’s technology driven world most crimes and civil disputes involve the use of some form of a digital device. This course is designed to teach students how to perform computer crime investigations by identifying, collecting and maintaining digital artifacts to preserve their reliability for admission as evidence.

  
  • CULA 2050 - Culinary Food Production I


    (1L, 6LB)(4CR) This course will teach students basic culinary skills which will include: basic kitchen safety and sanitation, knife skills, stocks and soups, mother sauces, small sauces and modern sauces, basic meat fabrication, basic dressings: vinaigrettes and marinades, grains and pastas, and breakfast cookery.

  
  • DANC 1015 - Introduction to Dance


    (2L)(2CR) This course will take a look at the formation of genres within dance history. It will be an overview of the beginnings of modern dance, ballet, jazz dance, and tap dance.

  
  • DANC 1210 - Dance Ensemble I


    (3LB)(1CR)(Max 2CR) This class covers technique and performance focusing specifically on technique skills and performing at an intermediate level (various styles and genres). This class can be repeated up to two times with a total of two credits.

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor and previous dance experience.
  
  • DANC 1300 - Dance Improvisation I


    (2LB)(1CR) This course will investigate improvisation in dance at the beginning level. It will incorporate improvisational exercises that will lead to short phrase work.

  
  • DANC 1320 - Dance Improvisation II


    (2LB)(1CR) This course will investigate improvisation in dance at the intermediate level and really allow the student to explore movement connected to emotional output and with musical enhancement. This course will also help the student/dancer to understand musical meter and tempo varieties within an improvisational exercise. In addition there will be game playing that will open the world of improvisation wider. It will incorporate improvisational exercises that will lead to phrase work.

  
  • DANC 1401 - Modern Dance 1A


    (3LB)(1CR) This course is an introduction to the principles and techniques of modern dance. Dancers will focus on technique, terminology and the execution of the basic steps, as well as the discovery of movement in space and time. This class will serve the student as a study in exploration of the basic ideas of modern dance.

    Cross-listed: PEAC 1401  
  
  • DANC 1410 - Ballet I


    (3LB)(1CR) [E] This course will emphasize the fundamentals of ballet. Will focus on technique, terminology, and the execution of the basic steps.

  
  • DANC 1420 - Ballet II


    (4.5LB)(2CR) (Max 4CR) [E] A continuing course in the principles and techniques of classical ballet. Emphasis is placed on the continuation of broadening the dancer’s movement vocabulary while refining acquired technical skills.

    This course can be repeated once.

    Prerequisites: DANC 1410  in good standing, or permission of the instructor.

  
  • DANC 1425 - Ballet Studies


    (3LB)(1CR) This course will emphasize various areas of ballet techniques. There will be in-depth focus on specific skills found in the genre of ballet. Previous ballet experience required.

  
  • DANC 1430 - Modern Dance I


    (3LB)(1CR) [E] This course will be a continuation of study in the principles and techniques of modern dance. Dancers will focus on linking technique with terminology and execute combinations made up of the basic-intermediate steps, as well as the continued discovery of movement in space and time.

    Prerequisites: DANC 1401 /PEAC 1401  
  
  • DANC 1440 - Modern Dance II


    (4LB)(2CR) [E] A second level course covering the principles and techniques of modern dance. This course will expose the students to deeper investigation to various techniques of modern dance including but not limited to Horton, Ailey, Cunningham, Graham, and Humphrey/Limon.

     

    Prerequisites: DANC 1430 , or permission of the instructor.

  
  • DANC 1450 - Beginning Tap Dance


    (3LB)(1CR) [E] This course will emphasize the fundamentals of tap dance. Will focus on technique, terminology, and the execution of the basic steps.

  
  • DANC 1480 - Jazz I


    (3LB)(1CR) [E] This course will emphasize the fundamentals of jazz dance. It will focus on technique, terminology, and the execution of the basic jazz steps.

  
  • DANC 1500 - Dance Performance


    (2-4LB) (1-2CR) [E] (Max. 5) Individually supervised practical training in performance and production during the rehearsal and performance of the fall and spring productions of the dance concert. Open entry.

    Prerequisites: permission of the instructor.
  
  • DANC 2200 - Backgrounds of Dance


    (3L)(3CR) [E] A survey of ethnic and theatrical dance forms from primal society to the 20th century. The course examines the place of the arts as a reflection of the culture. The course emphasizes dance from a global point-of-view and includes a look at social dances as well as the performance dances.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 1010 , DANC 1015 , or permission of the instructor.
  
  • DANC 2210 - Dance Ensemble II


    (3LB)(1CR) (Max. 2) [E] This class covers technique and performance focusing specifically on technique skills and performing at an advanced level (various styles and genres).

    This class can be repeated up to once for a total of 2 credits

    Prerequisites: permission of the instructor and previous dance experience.

 

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