May 02, 2024

2020-2021 General Catalog

2020-2021 General Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Academic Course Descriptions

Courses offered during the academic year covered by this catalog will be selected principally from those courses described on the following pages. Bossier Parish Community College reserves the right, however, to make revisions in these offerings.

Course Description Key

The course prefix is the first set of letters (see the prefix codes below) at the beginning of each course section. The course number is shown to the left of the title.

The significance of the numbering system is as follows:

000-099 Developmental courses for no degree credit

100-199 Freshmen level courses

200-299 Sophomore level courses

Contact and credit hours of each course are shown in parentheses immediately following the course title. The first figure indicates the total semester hours credit awarded to students for satisfactory completion of the course; the second number indicates the number of contact hours per week in lecture; the third number represents the number of contact hours per week in laboratory.

For example: (3-3-0)

3 semester hour credits

3 hours lecture per week

0 hours lab per week

Clinical, practicum, internship, or externship courses may indicate the course credit hours followed by the total number of contact hours. Some courses have prerequisites or corequisites listed. A prerequisite must be taken prior to entering a course; a corequisite must be taken prior to, or concurrently with, the course. For clarification on any prerequisites or corequisites, students should contact the appropriate dean. Students must make a “C” or higher in all prerequisite courses.

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Care and Development of Young Children
	CDYC 282:Management and Financial Strategies for the Childcare Business Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CDYC 280 plus three (3) years’ experience as a director in a child care setting or CDA credential (or test-out equivalent), and/or permission from the CDYC program coordinator. This course is designed to teach the childcare director skills necessary to manage human and financial resources, how to plan for a financially stable enterprise, and how to complete business tasks more quickly and accurately.
	CDYC 298:Practicum in Early Childhood Development Credit Hours: 6; 160 required hours of field observation and participation Prerequisite(s): All CDYC courses with a grade of “C” or better, a candidate for graduation, and permission from the program coordinator. This course requires supervised hands-on experience with two separate age groups (Birth-8 years) in 2 separate settings. Successful completion of this course requires 160 hours in a state licensed early learning setting.
Chemistry
	CHEM 101:General Chemistry I Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): ACT Math score of 18 or MATH 102 It is strongly suggested that students should have completed a high school chemistry course or CHEM 107 . This course provides the student with the fundamental skills and knowledge required for a continued study of chemistry and the related sciences. Topics to be covered include nomenclature, atomic and molecular structure, chemical equations, stoichiometry, gas laws, bonding, energy relationships, solutions, and quantitative problem solving. Science majors will schedule the CHEM 101, CHEM 101L CHEM 102 CHEM 102L sequence. Students pursuing a curriculum in nursing or allied health will schedule the CHEM 107 and CHEM 107L sequence. The Louisiana Statewide Common Course Catalog name and number for this course are CCEM 1123: Chemistry I (Science Majors).
	CHEM 101L:General Chemistry I Laboratory Credit Hours: 1 Lecture hours per week: 0 Lab hours per week: 3 Prerequisite(s): Previous credit or current registration in CHEM 101 . This course is designed to provide the students with laboratory skills and knowledge required for a continued study of chemistry and related sciences. Content supports topics in CHEM 101 (Science majors), including safety and basic laboratory techniques to include data collection and interpretation and introduction to laboratory reporting and record keeping. Withdrawal from lecture mandates withdrawal from laboratory. Science majors will schedule the CHEM 101 , CHEM 101L, CHEM 102 , and CHEM 102L sequence. Students pursuing a curriculum in nursing or allied health will schedule the CHEM 107 and CHEM 107L sequence. The Louisiana Statewide Common Course Catalog name and number for this course are CCEM 1121: Chemistry I Lab (Science Majors).
	CHEM 102:General Chemistry II Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CHEM 101 This course will provide the student with a continuing study of chemistry concepts by building on concepts covered in CHEM 101 . Topics include intermolecular forces, thermodynamics, general and heterogenous equilibrium, kinetics, solutions, acid/base equilibrium and properties, and electrochemistry. Science majors will schedule the CHEM 101 , CHEM 101L , CHEM 102, and CHEM 102L sequence. Students pursuing a curriculum in nursing or allied health will schedule the CHEM 107 and CHEM 107L sequence. The Louisiana Statewide Common Course Catalog name and number for this course are CCEM 1133: Chemistry II (Science Majors).
	CHEM 102L:General Chemistry II Laboratory Credit Hours: 1 Lecture hours per week: 0 Lab hours per week: 3 Prerequisite(s): Previous credit or current registration in CHEM 102 Content includes safety and basic laboratory techniques related to topics in CHEM 102 (science majors). Withdrawal from lecture mandates withdrawal from lab. Science majors will schedule the CHEM 101 , CHEM 101L , CHEM 102 , and CHEM 102L sequence. Students pursuing a curriculum in nursing or allied health will schedule the CHEM 107 and CHEM 107L sequence. The Louisiana Statewide Common Course Catalog name and number for this course are CCEM 1131: Chemistry II Lab (Science Majors).
	CHEM 107:Introductory Chemistry Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): MATH 098 or Math ACT score of 19 or higher. An introduction to measurement systems, atomic and molecular structure, ionic and covalent bonding, chemical nomenclature, chemical equations and stoichiometry, gas law relationships, quantitative problem solving, an introduction to thermodynamics and energy relationships, solutions and concentrations and fundamentals of nuclear chemistry. Science majors will schedule the CHEM 101 , CHEM 101L , CHEM 102 , and CHEM 102L sequence. Students pursuing a curriculum in nursing or allied health will schedule the CHEM 107 and CHEM 107L sequence. The Louisiana Statewide Common Course Catalog name and number for this course are CCEM 1103: Chemistry I (Non-Science Majors).
	CHEM 107L:Introductory Chemistry Laboratory Credit Hours: 1 Lecture hours per week: 0 Lab hours per week: 3 Prerequisite(s): Previous credit or current enrollment in CHEM 107 . Reinforcing laboratory exercises related to topics in Introductory Chemistry I to include laboratory safety, basic laboratory techniques, including data collection and interpretation, and an introduction to laboratory reporting/record keeping. Withdrawal from lecture mandates withdrawal from laboratory. Science majors will schedule the CHEM 101 , CHEM 101L , CHEM 102 , and CHEM 102L sequence. Students pursuing a curriculum in nursing or allied health will schedule the CHEM 107 and CHEM 107L sequence. The Louisiana Statewide Common Course Catalog name and number for this course are CCEM 1101: Chemistry I Lab (Non-Science Majors).
	CHEM 250:Organic Chemistry I Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CHEM 101 and CHEM 102 or permission of the instructor A course designed for students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in science, pre-medicine, clinical laboratory science or other related fields. Topics include nomenclature, chemical reactions, synthesis, functional groups, structure and property relationships, stereochemistry, spectroscopy, and mechanistic theory (pre-professional, science majors). The Louisiana Statewide Common Course Catalog name and number for this course are CCEM 2213: Organic Chemistry I.
Computer Technology
	CTEC 099:Introduction to Basic Computer Skills Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course provides the framework for using personal computers in school and business, and it is designed for students with no formal computer training. Students will be introduced to basic computer skills including: keyboarding, file management, Internet usage, emailing, and netiquette.
	CTEC 100:Computer Concepts Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 The course covers an introduction to word processing, electronic spreadsheets, presentation software, and e-mail.
	CTEC 101:Information Technology Principles Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Overview of Information Technology concepts including hardware components, operating system and application software, network connectivity, and security principles. Includes preparation for CompTIA’s IT Fundamentals Certification.
	CTEC 102:Problem Solving and Programming Techniques Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course is an introduction to program development using various problem solving techniques. Emphasis is placed on using algorithms and pseudocodes to design programs. Various control structures used in computer programming are also discussed.
	CTEC 104:Introduction to Scripting Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course introduces students to scripting using PowerShell. Students will learn about concepts including execution permissions, commands, pipelining, variables, arrays, scope, split and join operators, breakpoints, and debugging. On a basic level, students will also become familiar with Visual Basic script, BASH, Korn Shell, C shell, PERL, and PHP.
	CTEC 107:Skills for Information Technology (IT) Success Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course is designed to help students examine and develop employability skills that are essential for success in the Information Technology (IT) field. Students will explore topics such as communication, listening, teamwork, professional presence, personal responsibility, problem-solving, decision-making, and career planning.
	CTEC 108:Introduction to Management Information Systems Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course examines information systems and the management of organizations. Topics include competitive advantage, data management, ethics, security, customer relationship management (CRM), supply chain management (SCM), enterprise resource planning (ERP), and other information technology content. This course covers an introduction to word processing, electronic spreadsheets, presentation software and databases.
	CTEC 110:Ethics in Information Technology Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Ethics in Information Technology is designed to educate existing and future IT professionals on the impact ethical issues play in the use of information technology in the modern world. The course discusses the ethical responsibilities of IT professionals. Students will gain a foundation in ethical decision making.
	CTEC 111:Internet Technology Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course provides the framework for accessing the Internet and using it for communication and research. This course introduces computer networks, Internet protocols, and Internet security threats and solutions. It also introduces basic HTML coding for Web pages.
	CTEC 112:IT Hardware Support Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course covers fundamentals of Computer Technology, installation and configuration of PCs, laptops and related hardware and networking basics. Skills will be covered in installation configuration, and troubleshooting of computer hardware, printers, and mobile devices. This class, along with CTEC 114 , will help students gain the skills required for the nationally recognized CompTIA A+ certification exam.
	CTEC 113:Introduction to C++ Programming Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 102 This course introduces computer programming using the C++ programming language. Topics include input/output operations, decision structures, looping statements, functions, and file operations. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, debug, test and document programs using techniques of good programming style.
	CTEC 114:IT Software Support Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 1 This course covers the fundamentals of supporting Information Technology software. Skills will be covered in the installation and configuration of PC operating systems as well as configuring common features for mobile OS Android, Apple OS, and Windows mobile. The class is conducted in a laboratory setting where hands-on learning is emphasized. This course, along with CTEC 112 , will help students gain the skills required for the nationally recognized CompTIA A+ certification exam.
	CTEC 115:Software Applications Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 The course includes intermediate techniques in integrated software applications such as word processing, electronic spreadsheet, database, and presentation software for non-CTEC majors.
	CTEC 118:Help Desk Operations Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course focuses on key information and skills to prepare the student to assist non-technical people with computer-related problems in the workplace. Topics include troubleshooting and problem solving computer systems, determining a client’s specific needs, and successful communication with clients.
	CTEC 130:HTML5/CSS3 Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 HTML5 is changing the way web pages are developed. In this course, we will look at how using HTML5 semantic tags make it easier to develop web pages and format them with CSS3. These tags work to improve user accessibility and allow greater search engine returns.
	CTEC 144:Advanced MS Word Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 100 An in-depth exposure to Microsoft Word. The course includes how to plan, define, create, and modify documents. Practical applications of integration of other documents will also be explored in depth. The Microsoft Word 2016 certification exam is optional at the conclusion of this course.
	CTEC 145:Advanced MS Excel Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 100 An in-depth exposure to spreadsheet design using Microsoft Excel. The course includes how to plan, define, create, and modify spreadsheets. Practical applications of integration of other documents will also be explored in depth. The Microsoft Office Excel 2016 certification exam is optional at the conclusion of this course.
	CTEC 146:Advanced MS PowerPoint Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 100 An in-depth exposure to presentation design using Microsoft PowerPoint. The course includes how to plan, define, create, and modify presentations. Practical applications of integration of other documents will also be explored in depth. The Microsoft PowerPoint 2016 certification exam is optional at the conclusion of this course.
	CTEC 147:Advanced MS Access Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 100 An in-depth exposure to database design using Microsoft Access. The course includes how to plan, define, create, and modify databases. Practical applications of integration of other documents will also be explored in depth. The Microsoft Access 2016 certification exam is optional at the conclusion of this course.
	CTEC 149:Web Scripting Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 130 This course has been designed to teach students how to use the features of the JavaScript language to design client-side, platform-independent interactivity on Web pages. Students will understand and use the most popular applications of JavaScript to communicate with users, modify the Document Object Model (DOM), validate forms, animate images, create cookies, change HTML on the fly, and communicate with databases. In addition, this class will help students gain the skills required for the internationally recognized CIW JavaScript Specialist certification exam. This certificate is one of the certificates required to earn the advanced CIW Web Development Professional certification and is optional at the conclusion of the course.
	CTEC 150:Introduction to Programming with JAVA Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 102 The design, coding, testing, and documenting of programs in a specific high-level object-oriented programming language using techniques of good programming style. The programming concepts emphasized include data types, control structures, procedural abstraction, decomposition, encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, software reuse, and basic algorithms.
	CTEC 151:Advanced Java Programming Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 150 This course is a continuation of CTEC 150 in addition to event handling, exception handling, GUIs, simple data structures, an introduction to algorithm analysis and internal searching and sorting techniques, and recursion.
	CTEC 155:Network Essentials Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Develop fundamental networking skills including an understanding of network hardware, installation, security and troubleshooting in a corporate environment. Through classroom and hands-on activities, learn how computers exchange information and how the Internet functions. In addition, this class will help students gain the skills required for the nationally recognized CompTIA Network+ certification exam.
	CTEC 165:Introduction to Virtualization Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course introduces students to the benefits and drawbacks of virtualization related to performance, maintenance, security, and efficiency. Students will also learn about the different types of virtualization and how it relates to networks, storage, servers, data, desktops, and applications. Students will be introduced to VMware vSphere and Microsoft Hyper-V and learn to create and configure virtual machines.
	CTEC 170:Microsoft Windows Servers Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 114 An introduction to the fundamentals of Windows Server. Students will work on multiple topics to include, but not limited to: Implementing, Managing and Monitoring DHCP, Implementing Name Resolution, Managing and Monitoring DNS, Network Security, Securing Network traffic with IPSec, Implementing and Managing updates, Configuring Routing and Remote Access, and Maintaining Network Infrastructure. This course is required toward the CNSS 4011-4016 certifications.
	CTEC 172:Linux Server Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 155 or CTEC 112 Topics in Linux, including the Linux file system, directories, utilities, the shell and command line operations, the kernel, and applications of Linux to network security. Students will implement and use Linux to build and maintain an operating system.
	CTEC 200:Network Defense Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 287 This course will provide students the knowledge and skill to protect a network. The course is aligned with CompTIA’s Pentest + certification. The objectives of the certification are to plan and scope an assessment, understand legal and compliance requirements, perform vulnerability scanning and penetration testing using appropriate tools and techniques, and analyze the results. In addition, the student will be able to produce a written report containing proposed remediation techniques, effectively communicate results to management, and provide practical recommendations. This course is required toward the CNSS 4011-4016 certifications.
	CTEC 210:Advanced Network Topics Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 155 An introduction to the fundamentals of Windows Server. Students will work on multiple topics to include, but not limited to: Implementing, Managing and Monitoring DHCP, Implementing Name Resolution, Managing and Monitoring DNS, Network Security, Securing Network traffic with IPSec, Implementing and Managing updates, Configuring Routing and Remote Access, and Maintaining Network Infrastructure. This course is required toward the CNSS 4011-4016 certifications.
	CTEC 213:Advanced C++ Programming Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 113 This course continues to build computer programming concepts using the C++ programming language. Topics include arrays, pointer variables, string manipulation, classes, and object oriented programming concepts. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, debug, test, and document programs using advanced features.
	CTEC 220:Information System Security I Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 155 This course is the first of a two-semester curriculum that provides a comprehensive overview of all of the aspects of information system security related to the (ISC)2 CISSP certification. This course covers four of the eight topical domains: Communication and Network Security, Identity and Access Management (AIM). Security Assessment and Testing, and Security Operations. This course is required toward the CNSS 4001-4016 certifications.
	CTEC 224:Information System Security II Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 155 This course is the second of a two semester curriculum that provides a comprehensive overview of all of the aspects of information system security related to the (ISC)2 CISSP certification. This course primarily focuses on the business and physical aspects of information system security and covers Chapters 1,2,3, and 7 of the textbook.
	CTEC 235:Mobile App Development Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 151 This course covers the basics of developing dynamic web applications for mobile devices. By the end of this course, students will be able to design, code, test and debug mobile applications.
	CTEC 240:Internet Protocol (IP) Telephony Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 155 This course is an introduction to voice and data communications as used in modern business environments. Topics covered in this course include cabling, network and internet technologies, telephony, and implementation considerations.
	CTEC 243:Data Structures Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 151 This course focuses on the definition, representation, and manipulation of basic data structures such as arrays, stacks, queues, trees, and graphs, with an emphasis on practical applications.
	CTEC 250:Programming with C# Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 151 This course introduces students to Design Patterns through the use of the C# programming language. Students will use Object Oriented Programming and Visual Studio to build flexible applications with graphical user interfaces. Students will also learn common programming solutions that take advantage of polymorphism and inheritance in their design.
	CTEC 255:CCNA I Credit Hours: 4 Lecture hours per week: 4 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 155 Corequisite(s): CTEC 150 An introduction to the fundamentals of Windows Server. Students will work on multiple topics to include, but not limited to: Implementing, Managing and Monitoring DHCP, Implementing Name Resolution, Managing and Monitoring DNS, Network Security, Securing Network traffic with IPSec, Implementing and Managing updates, Configuring Routing and Remote Access, and Maintaining Network Infrastructure. This course is required toward the CNSS 4011-4016 certifications.
	CTEC 256:CCNA II Credit Hours: 4 Lecture hours per week: 4 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 255 Develop networking skills based on the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) curriculum by introducing students to the Cisco Networking Academy Program, architecture, components, and operation of routers, and explains the principles of routing and routing protocols. Analyze, configure, verify and troubleshoot the primary routing protocols RIPv1, RIPv2, EIGRP, and OSPF. Recognize and correct common routing issues and problems. This course continues the preparation for the ICND1 exam.
	CTEC 257:CCNA III Credit Hours: 4 Lecture hours per week: 4 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 256 This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a large and complex network. You will learn how to configure routers and switches for advanced functionality. By the end of this course, you will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with OSPF, EIGRP, STP, and VTP in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks. You will also develop the knowledge and skills needed to implement DHCP and DNS operations in a network. This course works to prep for ICND2 and CCNA, as well as VLAN trunking and link aggregation.
	CTEC 258:CCNA IV Credit Hours: 4 Lecture hours per week: 4 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 257 The student will explore networking, protocols, network standards, advanced network design projects, advanced network management projects, wide area network (WAN) theory and design, WAN technology, Frame Relay, integrated system digital network (ISDN), and network troubleshooting. The class continue on preparation for the ICND2 exam and the CCNA certification.
	CTEC 259:Modern Web Application Development Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 155 and CTEC 149 and CTEC 130 Students will learn the fundamentals of web development, such as Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS like MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.) and modern web programming patterns primarily focusing on the Model View Controller pattern. Other fundamentals such as working in a distributed team environment using modern source control, deployment mechanisms, and an overview of cloud computing will also be taught. Because of the web-based nature of the course, JavaScript will also be covered for creating interactive web views.
	CTEC 260:Interactive Program Design Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 151 This course is an introduction to the design of programs that involve real-time user interaction with an emphasis graphical computer game design. Topics in the course will include displaying graphics, event management, program timing, maintaining program state, and game design strategy. There will also be a focus on the use of the standard Java graphical user interface (GUI) libraries.
	CTEC 262:Introduction to Cloud Computing Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course introduces students to an overview of cloud computing. The course addresses cloud computing from a business perspective and from a technical perspective. Exam tips and practice questions will be provided to prepare for the CompTIA Cloud Essentials certification.
	CTEC 263:Cloud+ Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course covers fundamentals of cloud computing. Skills will be covered to understand standard cloud methodologies, implement, maintain, and deliver cloud technologies, and to understand aspects of IT security. Additionally, students will learn to use industry best practices related to cloud implementations. This class will help students gain the skills required for the nationally recognized CompTIA Cloud+ certification exam.
	CTEC 270:Relational Database Coding Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 102 This course covers the fundamentals of database management systems, in particular relational database systems. The course also teaches students how to use SQL to create, maintain, store, retrieve, and manipulate data.
	CTEC 272:Advanced Topics in Linux Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 172 Advanced topics in Linux, including the Linux file system, directories, utilities, the shell and command line operations, the kernel, and applications of Linux to network security. This class prepares students to take the Linux+ certification exam.
	CTEC 279:Information Assurance Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course is an introduction to the field of Information Assurance (Security). Various kinds of threats that might be faced by an information system and the security techniques used to fight them are covered. Hacker methods, viruses, worms, bombs, and system vulnerabilities are described with respect to the actions that must be taken by a Network Manager to thwart them. Existing and planned protection methods and defenses are mapped to the information system threats and attacks. This course provides the background for those individuals who seek skills in the areas of Network and Data Security. This course also is part of the courses required to get CNSS 4011 - 4016 certifications.
	CTEC 280:Computer Forensics Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 279 This course provides an overview of computer forensics and investigation tools and techniques. Operating system architectures and disk structures will be discussed, as well as what computer forensic hardware and software tools are available. Other topics include the importance of digital evidence controls, how to process crime and incident scenes, the details of data acquisition, computer forensic analysis, email investigations, image file recovery, investigative report writing, and expert witness requirements. The course provides a range of laboratory and hands on assignments that teach about theory as well as the practical application of computer forensic investigation. This course also is a required course for earning CNSS 4011 -4016 certifications.
	CTEC 282:Information Technology Project Management Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): 18 CIS/CIT hours earned This course introduces students to an overview of the many concepts, skills, tools, and techniques involved in information technology project management. This course also addresses the critical skills needed for success in the ever-expanding field of project management. Exam tips and practice questions will be provided to prepare for the CompTIA Project+ exam.
	CTEC 285:Health Informatics for IT Professionals Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Health Informatics for IT Professionals integrates material from all courses within the program curriculum while placing emphasis on the Certified Associate in Health Information & Management Services (CAHIMS) certification. This course prepares students for the practical application of Information Technology in a clinical setting.
	CTEC 287:Network Security Design Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 155 An introduction to fundamentals on designing, planning, and executing vulnerability analysis of networks. Students will work on multiple topics to include, but not limited to: System Security, Network Infrastructure, Access Control, Assessments and Audits, Cryptography, and organizational Security. This course is mapped to the CompTIA Security+ Exam. This course is a required course for earning CNSS 4011-4016 certifications.
	CTEC 290:System Analysis and Design Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): 15 CTEC hours earned Analysis and design in a business information context with emphasis on tools for analysis, planning, decision making, and system design. Practical applications in design and development of systems using “real world” case studies.
	CTEC 295:The Software Development Process Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): CTEC 235 or CTEC 243 or CTEC 250 or CTEC 260 This course provides a comprehensive overview of the core elements of the software development process, including common software development methodologies, source control, refactoring, and testing. This course also includes programming projects where the students work in teams.
	CTEC 297:Advanced Topics Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Instructor This course will provide the student with information on current trends and topics in technology. These include, but are not limited to, digital communication, ethics, new operating systems and new software applications.
	CTEC 299:CTEC Internship Credit Hours: 3; 100 internship hours Prerequisite(s): Instructor Permission/Meeting, Resume, Proof of one Industry-Based Certification OR Programming Portfolio. Students are placed with pre-qualified businesses that offer a broad range of cyber information technology experiences to augment didactic preparation. This capstone course also requires students to achieve a minimum of two instructor approved industry-based certifications OR to complete a programming portfolio utilizing a minimum of two instructor approved programming languages. This course is required toward the CNSS 4011-4016 certifications.
Communication Media
	COMM 102:Live Video Productions Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course explores the various aspects of live video productions such as: effective use of video equipment, lighting, continuity, audio production, storyboarding, and field shooting.
	COMM 103:Communication Practicum Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 0 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): permission of department The Communication Practicum provides work experience in a high-tech media environment, which will give practical work experience secured either through an approved apprenticeship, internship, or professional work.
	COMM 105:Survey of Music Business Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Students will learn major areas of the music business, with attention given to practical application and theoretical foundations. In addition, an in-depth study of organizations and a general overview of the industry will be considered.
	COMM 107:Sound Reinforcement Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 The students will learn equipment, systems concepts, design, and acoustical problems involved in sound reinforcement for live performances and road work as they relate to a professional concert situation.
	COMM 108:Marketing of Recorded Music Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Students will learn movement of the recorded and printed product from the studio to the ultimate consumer. Includes market structure and analysis, distribution patterns, promotional strategies, charts, airplay, pricing, and legal aspects. Design advanced level business incubators where students screen and select original songs and artists; produce, manufacture, and market recorded product. Special emphasis is placed on all related contracts, cash flow management, and accounting.
	COMM 109:Introduction to Audio Editing Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 The course will cover the use of digital editing and automation software in conjunction with recording and mixing. An introduction to MIDI sequencing and basic musical elements will be included.
	COMM 111:Engineering for Comm Media Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Basic engineering for communication media will be explored. The students will learn about cables, connectors, wiring, design, hand tools and test equipment used in the construction and maintenance of professional audio and video systems.
	COMM 130:Film Pre-Production Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course is designed to lay the ground work for production of a video or film. It includes scouting out locations, utilizing a script or storyboard, planning, and preparing a checklist for equipment, props, and actors needed to video/film the project.
	COMM 135:Design for Media Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Students will explore design theory as it applies to various multimedia applications. They will learn how to apply those concepts to their own work through projects and discussion.
	COMM 140:Social Media This course will equip students with knowledge and practical skills to use social media to meet today’s challenges of online communication and collaboration by emphasizing the daily use of common social media tools.
	COMM 141:Social Media Marketing This course covers the basics of social media and techniques to create a thorough social media marketing plan. A combination of theory, case studies, and real-world examples will be used to teach this course.
	COMM 150:Video Production Techniques Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course explores the principles of organizing, shooting, and directing for a video production. Theory and practice of aesthetic and practical skills will be developed as students analyze and plan a video program and a short video project.
	COMM 160:Photography Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This is an introductory course in digital photography which approaches the medium as an art form, a unique means of human communication, and a technical skill. The student is introduced to basic mechanical principles of the camera and how photography has influenced human perception and communication. The student is provided with techniques for responding to the content and structure of photographs. An adjustable digital SLR camera is required.
	COMM 162:Fine-Art Photography Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): COMM 160 AND COMM 216 This course provides an introduction to photography as a fine art and examines the life experiences that influence the creative process. The course is designed to help students successfully define, develop and edit a visually cohesive and formally sound body of work that makes evident the student’s personal aesthetic.
	COMM 163:Techniques of the Masters Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): COMM 160 or permission of instructor. This course will introduce influential photographers to the student. The purpose is to identify the qualities and techniques of the masters so that students may become inspired to photograph under their influence.
	COMM 164:Creating Digital Presentations Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): COMM 216 or permission of instructor This course will concentrate on the graphic design features in Photoshop which include working with layers, type, paint and pen tools, vector masks, smart objects, and shapes. The objective is to provide the student with the tools to create effective promotional materials for advertising purposes.
	COMM 170:Introduction to Mass Media Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course covers the principles and practices of mass media, including newspapers, radio, television, advertising, public relations and the internet; provides a historical perspective; and covers the media’s impact on society, politics, and culture.
	COMM 171:The Business of Visual Artistry Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course will focus on the business practices of the creative industry. Topics include determining your specific niche market, networking and marketing to create business, and budgeting for success.
	COMM 175:Television Programming Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Students will learn analysis of program forms used in the electronic media, effective program structure, and consideration of the audience in relation to programming.
	COMM 201:Video Post-Production Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): COMM 202 This course is designed for the development of post-production skills. It also includes opportunities in developing, directing, and producing video programming.
	COMM 202:Video Editing Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course includes historical editing techniques along with the introduction of Adobe Premier Pro.
	COMM 203:Lighting for Film and Television Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Students will learn basic three point lighting to full set lighting design. Included in discussion are types of lighting fixtures, gels, and lighting techniques. THTR 113 and COMM 203 are cross-listed courses - only one of these designated courses will be accepted for credit.
	COMM 204:Special Effects in Editing Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): COMM 202 or permission of instructor. This course covers editing in the digital environment using Adobe Premier and After Effects. Topics include terminology, technologies, Premier and After Effects project workflow, inserting special effects, and advanced sound, video and picture editing skills.
	COMM 205:Television Directing Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course explores the principles of organizing and directing for television or video production. Theory and practice of aesthetic and practical skills will be developed as students analyze and plan a video program.
	COMM 207:Electronic Field Production Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course is designed to actively involve the students in mobile television production facilities and techniques. It includes opportunities to develop, direct, and produce live and taped mobile video programming.
	COMM 209:Scriptwriting for Film and Television Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course will focus on writing scripts for television and film.
	COMM 210:Copywriting for Mass Media Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course provides practice in copywriting for mass media. Students will sharpen specific copywriting skills using realistic situations.
	COMM 211:Newswriting Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Students learn how to start, develop and polish hard news and feature stories. In addition, related styles such as additional column writing are explored along with issues of language use, media ethics and media law. The series and related materials reinforce both traditional and emerging journalism styles in broadcast, public relations writing, and print journalism.
	COMM 212:Announcing Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 The student will learn the role of the announcer, principles of communication in electronic media, and the application of vocal dynamics to develop proficient, articulate speech in a variety of performance situations.
	COMM 213:Voice and Diction Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Voice and Diction is the study of vocal mechanisms, phonetics and related exercises to improve articulation, pronunciation and expressive intonation. The course also covers the International Phonetic Alphabet and its uses in vocal performance.
	COMM 215:Special Topics Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 0 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): permission of department. An instructor supervised course that allows an advanced student to explore specific styles, techniques, or production practices in a chosen area of communication. (May be repeated for credit)
	COMM 216:Adobe Photoshop Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Adobe Photoshop is explored as a pixel-based editing program. Photographs and graphics are enhanced, altered, and combined to generate new compositions.
	COMM 218:Adobe Illustrator Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Adobe Illustrator is explored and utilized to create complex vector-based graphic art.
	COMM 219:Applied Graphic Design Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): COMM 218 and COMM 135 Students will solve creative problems visually using design thinking. Focus will be put on communicating complex ideas on behalf of clients for specific audiences in a variety of formats.
	COMM 220:Photoshop Compositing Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite: COMM 216 or permission of instructor Students will learn how to effectively use the advanced features in Photoshop to include: actions, channels, selection tools, and layers.
	COMM 221:Photoshop Retouch and Restoration Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 Prerequisite(s): COMM 216 or instructor permission Students will study those features of Photoshop that are most intimidating, such as channels, masking, and file management. Careful attention will be given to coping with image problems and restoring old or damaged photographs.
	COMM 222:Film Directing Credit Hours: 3 Lecture hours per week: 3 Lab hours per week: 0 This course explores the many elements involved in directing a short film from conception to completion. Students will plan and execute short projects, analyze script structure, and experiment with different filmmaking techniques made famous by other film directors.

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Academic Course Descriptions

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CDYC 282:Management and Financial Strategies for the Childcare Business

CDYC 298:Practicum in Early Childhood Development

CHEM 101:General Chemistry I

CHEM 101L:General Chemistry I Laboratory

CHEM 102:General Chemistry II

CHEM 102L:General Chemistry II Laboratory

CHEM 107:Introductory Chemistry

CHEM 107L:Introductory Chemistry Laboratory

CHEM 250:Organic Chemistry I

CTEC 099:Introduction to Basic Computer Skills

CTEC 100:Computer Concepts

CTEC 101:Information Technology Principles

CTEC 102:Problem Solving and Programming Techniques

CTEC 104:Introduction to Scripting

CTEC 107:Skills for Information Technology (IT) Success

CTEC 108:Introduction to Management Information Systems

CTEC 110:Ethics in Information Technology

CTEC 111:Internet Technology

CTEC 112:IT Hardware Support

CTEC 113:Introduction to C++ Programming

CTEC 114:IT Software Support

CTEC 115:Software Applications

CTEC 118:Help Desk Operations

CTEC 130:HTML5/CSS3

CTEC 144:Advanced MS Word

CTEC 145:Advanced MS Excel

CTEC 146:Advanced MS PowerPoint

CTEC 147:Advanced MS Access

CTEC 149:Web Scripting

CTEC 150:Introduction to Programming with JAVA

CTEC 151:Advanced Java Programming

CTEC 155:Network Essentials

CTEC 165:Introduction to Virtualization

CTEC 170:Microsoft Windows Servers

CTEC 172:Linux Server

CTEC 200:Network Defense

CTEC 210:Advanced Network Topics

CTEC 213:Advanced C++ Programming

CTEC 220:Information System Security I

CTEC 224:Information System Security II

CTEC 235:Mobile App Development

CTEC 240:Internet Protocol (IP) Telephony

CTEC 243:Data Structures

CTEC 250:Programming with C#

CTEC 255:CCNA I

CTEC 256:CCNA II

CTEC 257:CCNA III

CTEC 258:CCNA IV

CTEC 259:Modern Web Application Development

CTEC 260:Interactive Program Design

CTEC 262:Introduction to Cloud Computing

CTEC 263:Cloud+

CTEC 270:Relational Database Coding

CTEC 272:Advanced Topics in Linux

CTEC 279:Information Assurance

CTEC 280:Computer Forensics

CTEC 282:Information Technology Project Management

CTEC 285:Health Informatics for IT Professionals

CTEC 287:Network Security Design

CTEC 290:System Analysis and Design

CTEC 295:The Software Development Process

CTEC 297:Advanced Topics

CTEC 299:CTEC Internship

COMM 102:Live Video Productions

COMM 103:Communication Practicum

COMM 105:Survey of Music Business

COMM 107:Sound Reinforcement

COMM 108:Marketing of Recorded Music

COMM 109:Introduction to Audio Editing

COMM 111:Engineering for Comm Media

COMM 130:Film Pre-Production

COMM 135:Design for Media

COMM 140:Social Media

COMM 141:Social Media Marketing

COMM 150:Video Production Techniques

COMM 160:Photography

COMM 162:Fine-Art Photography

COMM 163:Techniques of the Masters