Course Descriptions

AUTO 125 - Automotive Electrical I

1. Explain and demonstrate the relationship of AC/DC voltage, amperage and resistance (including all units of measurement) and be able to apply Ohm’s and Watt’s Laws to the construction, operation and troubleshooting of automotive electrical circuits.
2. Identify and explain the operation and relationship of common electrical circuit components and the seven circuit conditions as they apply to: series, parallel and series/parallel automotive electrical circuits.
3. Verify proper operation and troubleshoot electrical circuits/components using a digital volt-ohm meter (DVOM), test lights and jumper wires.
4. Read various automotive wiring diagrams to identify circuit components and use as a “road map” to assist in troubleshooting electrical system circuits and problems.
5. Demonstrate the knowledge of automotive starting battery construction, operation and performance ratings. Apply knowledge to safely perform maintenance procedures, all industry standard diagnostic tests and replace batteries within manufacturer’s specifications.
6. Demonstrate knowledge of the construction and operation of common automotive lighting systems and apply this understanding to troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning circuits and components.

AUTO 126 - ASE Fuel Systems WE

1. Demonstrate entry level knowledge and comprehension of the construction and operation of various automotive and light duty truck systems.
2. Apply operational knowledge to the diagnosis of faults in various automotive and light duty truck systems.
3. Maintain, diagnose and repair all gasoline engine fuel system components, emission control devices and engine performance systems on various automobiles and light duty trucks.
4. Maintain, diagnose and repair automotive and light duty truck gasoline engines.
5. Demonstrate entry level employability and safety skills.
6. Provide verbal and written diagnosis and repair descriptions.

AUTO 128 - Automotive Electrical II

1. Demonstrate entry level knowledge and comprehension of the construction and operation of various automotive and light duty truck systems.
2. Apply operational knowledge to the diagnosis of faults in various automotive and light duty truck systems.
3. Verify proper operation and troubleshoot electrical circuits/components using a digital volt-ohm meter (DVOM), test lights and jumper wires.
4. Read various automotive wiring diagrams to identify circuit components and use as a “road map” to assist in troubleshooting electrical system circuits and problems.
5. Demonstrate the knowledge of automotive starting battery construction, operation and performance ratings. Apply knowledge to safely perform maintenance procedures, all industry standard diagnostic tests and replace batteries within manufacturer’s specifications.
6. Demonstrate knowledge of the construction and operation of common automotive lighting systems and apply this understanding to troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning circuits and components.
7. Maintain, diagnose and repair automotive and light duty truck electrical and electronic systems. Explain what electrical current, voltage and resistance are and their effect is on each other.
8. Describe the units of measure for voltage, amperage and ohms and be able to convert between units using prefixes and base units.
9. Properly connect a digital volt-ohm meter (DVOM) to measure volts, voltage drop, ohms and amps and correctly interpret and apply the meter readings to diagnose and verify electrical circuits and their components.

AUTO 129 - AASE Electrical WE I

1. Explain and demonstrate the relationship of AC/DC voltage, amperage and resistance (including all units of measurement) and be able to apply Ohm’s and Watt’s Laws to the construction, operation and troubleshooting of automotive electrical circuits.
2. Identify and explain the operation and relationship of common electrical circuit components and the seven circuit conditions as they apply to: series, parallel and series/parallel automotive electrical circuits.
3. Verify proper operation and troubleshoot electrical circuits/components using a digital volt-ohm meter (DVOM), test lights and jumper wires.
4. Read various automotive wiring diagrams to identify circuit components and use as a “road map” to assist in troubleshooting electrical system circuits and problems.
5. Demonstrate the knowledge of automotive starting battery construction, operation and performance ratings. Apply knowledge to safely perform maintenance procedures, all industry standard diagnostic tests and replace batteries within manufacturer’s specifications.
6. Demonstrate knowledge of the construction and operation of common automotive lighting systems and apply this understanding to troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning circuits and components.

AUTO 131 - Lab Practical I

1. Demonstrate correct use of hand tools and shop equipment.
2. Perform routine maintenance/repair to passenger cars and light trucks.
3. Demonstrate and apply diagnostic and repair skills in the areas of automotive chassis and electrical systems.
4. Demonstrate respectable work place skills and safety procedures required by the automotive repair industry.
5. Correctly analyze service information from computerized and conventional sources.
6. Complete a work order that includes customer and vehicle information along with the concern, cause and correction of the vehicle.

AUTO 135 - ASE Electrical II WE

1. Demonstrate entry level knowledge and comprehension of the construction and operation of various automotive and light duty truck systems.
2. Apply operational knowledge to the diagnosis of faults in various automotive and light duty truck systems.
3. Verify proper operation and troubleshoot electrical circuits/components using a digital volt-ohm meter (DVOM), test lights and jumper wires.
4. Read various automotive wiring diagrams to identify circuit components and use as a “road map” to assist in troubleshooting electrical system circuits and problems.
5. Demonstrate the knowledge of automotive starting battery construction, operation and performance ratings. Apply knowledge to safely perform maintenance procedures, all industry standard diagnostic tests and replace batteries within manufacturer’s specifications.
6. Demonstrate knowledge of the construction and operation of common automotive lighting systems and apply this understanding to troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning circuits and components.
7. Maintain, diagnose and repair automotive and light duty truck electrical and electronic systems. Explain what electrical current, voltage and resistance are and their effect is on each other.
8. Describe the units of measure for voltage, amperage and ohms and be able to convert between units using prefixes and base units.
9. Properly connect a digital volt-ohm meter (DVOM) to measure volts, voltage drop, ohms and amps and correctly interpret and apply the meter readings to diagnose and verify electrical circuits and their components.

AUTO 136 - Auto Industry ASE WE II

1. Demonstrate correct use of hand tools and shop equipment.
2. Perform routine maintenance/repair to passenger cars and light trucks.
3. Demonstrate and apply diagnostic and repair skills in the areas of automotive chassis and electrical systems.
4. Demonstrate respectable work place skills and safety procedures required by the automotive repair industry.
5. Correctly analyze service information from computerized and conventional sources.
6. Complete a work order that includes customer and vehicle information along with the concern, cause and correction of the vehicle.

AUTO 138 - Auto Engine Performance I

1. Demonstrate entry level knowledge and comprehension of the construction and operation of various automotive and light duty truck systems.
2. Apply operational knowledge to the diagnosis of faults in various automotive and light duty truck systems.
3. Maintain, diagnose and repair all gasoline engine fuel system components, emission control devices and engine performance systems on various automobiles and light duty trucks.
4. Maintain, diagnose and repair automotive and light duty truck gasoline engines.
5. Demonstrate entry level employability and safety skills.
6. Provide verbal and written diagnosis and repair descriptions.

AUTO 148 - Lab Practical II

1. Demonstrate correct use of hand tools and shop equipment.
2. Perform routine maintenance/repair to passenger cars and light trucks.
3. Demonstrate and apply diagnostic and repair skills in the areas of automotive chassis and electrical systems.
4. Demonstrate respectable work place skills and safety procedures required by the automotive repair industry.
5. Correctly analyze service information from computerized and conventional sources.
6. Complete a work order that includes customer and vehicle information along with the concern, cause and correction of the vehicle.

AUTO 152 - Automotive Chassis I

1. Define and demonstrate safe workplace practices.
2. Understand and apply basic hydraulic principles including Pascal’s law.
3. Perform routine service and maintenance to passenger cars, light trucks and SUV’s as it relates to the brake, steering and suspension systems.
4. Demonstrate diagnostic and repair knowledge/skills in the areas of brake, steering and suspension systems.
5. Access and interpret diagnostic and service repair information from computerized and text based sources.
6. Diagnose and repair a variety of brake, steering and suspension system related concerns on vehicles.
7. Demonstrate respectable work place skills required by the automotive repair industry.

AUTO 153 - Automotive Engines

1. Demonstrate entry level knowledge and comprehension of the construction and operation of various automotive and light duty truck systems.
2. Apply operational knowledge to the diagnosis of faults in various automotive and light duty truck systems.
3. Maintain, diagnose and repair all gasoline and diesel engine fuel system components, emission control devices and engine performance systems on various automobiles and light duty trucks.
4. Maintain, diagnose and repair automotive and light duty truck gasoline and diesel engines.
5. Demonstrate entry level employability and safety skills.
6. Provide verbal and written diagnosis and repair descriptions.

AUTO 162 - Automotive Chassis II

1. Identify safety hazards pertaining to steering and suspension system service.
2. Identify various steering and suspension components.
3. Explain how to properly test various steering and suspension components.
4. Perform maintenance servicing, diagnostic testing and repair of the steering and suspension systems.
5. Perform front and rear wheel alignment on various vehicles to manufactures specifications.

AUTO 200 - Auto Altern Fuels & Hybrid Tec

1. Students will demonstrate knowledge of, and be able to identify different types and characteristics of alternative fuels and hybrid powertrain systems.
2. Successful students will be able to explain and demonstrate safety precautions and procedures when working on various high voltage electrical system components.
3. Students will be able to perform maintenance, diagnosis and repair of select hybrid vehicle high voltage system components at the entry level as defined in the latest NATEF accreditation task lists.

AUTO 201 - Automotive Engines

1. Demonstrate entry level knowledge and comprehension of the construction and operation of various automotive and light duty truck systems.
2. Apply operational knowledge to the diagnosis of faults in various automotive and light duty truck systems.
3. Maintain, diagnose and repair all gasoline and diesel engine fuel system components, emission control devices and engine performance systems on various automobiles and light duty trucks.
4. Maintain, diagnose and repair automotive and light duty truck gasoline and diesel engines.
5. Demonstrate entry level employability and safety skills.
6. Provide verbal and written diagnosis and repair descriptions.

AUTO 206 - Introduction to EV Technology

1. Identify types of electrical storage systems.
2. Identify types of propulsion motors.
3. Explain operating differences between types of motor controllers.

AUTO 208 - Automatic Transmissions

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the construction and operation of various automatic transmissions
2. Be able to perform diagnostic tests using various test equipment, tools and manufacturers information to identify faults in automotive automatic transmissions
3. Perform service and repair procedures to automatic transmissions using manufacturers’ specified procedures and specifications.
4. Complete an industry standard repair order and write diagnostic and repair descriptions including the “concern, cause and correction”.

AUTO 209 - Transmission/Transaxle WE

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the construction and operation of various automatic transmissions
2. Be able to perform diagnostic tests using various test equipment, tools and manufacturers information to identify faults in automotive automatic transmissions
3. Perform service and repair procedures to automatic transmissions using manufacturers’ specified procedures and specifications.
4. Complete an industry standard repair order and write diagnostic and repair descriptions including the “concern, cause and correction”.

AUTO 218 - Manual Trans. & Drive Lines

1. Explain basic gearing laws pertaining to automotive applications.
2. Describe the operating principles of the clutch assembly, manual transmissions and transaxles, drive lines and final drive gear units.
3. Identify and describe the parts, construction and operational theory of the clutch assembly, manual transmissions and transaxles and various types of drive line designs and final drive gear units.
4. Perform maintenance servicing, diagnostic testing and repair of the clutch assembly, manual transmissions and transaxles, drive line systems and final drive gear units.

AUTO 225 - Auto Engine Performance II

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the construction/operation of computer control and fuel injection system components. This includes input sensors, computers, output devices, and fuel and air delivery systems.
2. Be able to perform diagnostic tests to identify faults in automotive fuel injection and computer control systems.
3. Demonstrate a repeatable generic diagnostic approach to troubleshoot engine performance problems.
4. Perform service and repair procedures to computer and fuel injection system components using manufacturers’ specified procedures.
5. Complete an industry standard repair order and write diagnostic and repair descriptions including the “customer concern, cause and correction”.

AUTO 226 - EV Battery & Charging Architecture

1. Compare the chemistry of batteries and their use in electric vehicles.
2. Identify types of energy storage systems.
3. Explain charging and operating differences between types of batteries.
4. Safely isolate the battery pack on both EVs and hybrids.

AUTO 227 - Transmissions & Drivelines WE

1. Explain basic gearing laws pertaining to automotive applications.
2. Describe the operating principles of the clutch assembly, manual transmissions and transaxles, drive lines and final drive gear units.
3. Identify and describe the parts, construction and operational theory of the clutch assembly, manual transmissions and transaxles and various types of drive line designs and final drive gear units.
4. Perform maintenance servicing, diagnostic testing and repair of the clutch assembly, manual transmissions and transaxles, drive line systems and final drive gear units.

AUTO 228 - Advanced Automotive Systems

1. Students will be able to demonstrate entry level knowledge of automotive data networks, supplemental inflatable restraints, and advanced engine management systems.
2. Students will be able to perform entry level diagnostics on malfunctioning data networks, supplemental inflatable restraints and advanced engine management systems.
3. Students will demonstrate knowledge of advanced engine control systems such as electronic throttle control, advanced fuel injection diagnosis, fuel trim diagnosis and air fuel ratio sensors.
4. Students will attain Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair (CCAR) certifications in Ethics, Interview Skills and Resume development in the automotive industry (independent on-line project).

AUTO 229 - Auto Engine Repair WE

1. Demonstrate entry level knowledge and comprehension of the construction and operation of various automotive and light duty truck systems.
2. Apply operational knowledge to the diagnosis of faults in various automotive and light duty truck systems.
3. Maintain, diagnose and repair all gasoline and diesel engine fuel system components, emission control devices and engine performance systems on various automobiles and light duty trucks.
4. Maintain, diagnose and repair automotive and light duty truck gasoline and diesel engines.
5. Demonstrate entry level employability and safety skills.
6. Provide verbal and written diagnosis and repair descriptions.

AUTO 231 - Lab Practical III

1. Demonstrate correct use of hand tools and shop equipment.
2. Perform routine maintenance/repair to passenger cars and light trucks.
3. Demonstrate and apply diagnostic and repair skills in the areas of automotive chassis and electrical systems.
4. Demonstrate respectable work place skills and safety procedures required by the automotive repair industry.
5. Correctly analyze service information from computerized and conventional sources.
6. Complete a work order that includes customer and vehicle information along with the concern, cause and correction of the vehicle.

AUTO 232 - Auto ASE Industry WE III

1. Demonstrate correct use of hand tools and shop equipment.
2. Perform routine maintenance/repair to passenger cars and light trucks.
3. Demonstrate and apply diagnostic and repair skills in the areas of automotive chassis and electrical systems.
4. Demonstrate respectable work place skills and safety procedures required by the automotive repair industry.
5. Correctly analyze service information from computerized and conventional sources.
6. Complete a work order that includes customer and vehicle information along with the concern, cause and correction of the vehicle.

AUTO 233 - Auto Computer Systems WE

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the construction/operation of computer control and fuel injection system components. This includes input sensors, computers, output devices, and fuel and air delivery systems.
2. Be able to perform diagnostic tests to identify faults in automotive fuel injection and computer control systems.
3. Demonstrate a repeatable generic diagnostic approach to troubleshoot engine performance problems.
4. Perform service and repair procedures to computer and fuel injection system components using manufacturers’ specified procedures.
5. Complete an industry standard repair order and write diagnostic and repair descriptions including the “customer concern, cause and correction”.

AUTO 234 - Auto Emissions Control Syst WE

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the formation and control of automotive emissions and the construction and operation of various emission control devices including OBD-II.
2. Be able to perform diagnostic tests using various test equipment, tools and manufacturers information to identify faults in automotive emission control devices and systems.
3. Demonstrate a repeatable generic diagnostic approach to troubleshoot emission control systems problems.
4. Perform service and repair procedures to all emission control devices/components using manufacturers’ specified procedures and specifications.
5. Complete an industry standard repair order and write diagnostic and repair descriptions including the “concern, cause and correction”.

AUTO 235 - Engine Performance - Emissions

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the formation and control of automotive emissions and the construction and operation of various emission control devices including OBD-II.
2. Be able to perform diagnostic tests using various test equipment, tools and manufacturers information to identify faults in automotive emission control devices and systems.
3. Demonstrate a repeatable generic diagnostic approach to troubleshoot emission control systems problems.
4. Perform service and repair procedures to all emission control devices/components using manufacturers’ specified procedures and specifications.
5. Complete an industry standard repair order and write diagnostic and repair descriptions including the “concern, cause and correction”.

AUTO 236 - EV Propulsion Systems

1. Diagnose and repair battery electric vehicle propulsion systems with applicable safety protocols.
2. Explain the use of AC current concepts, peak value, RMS value, and frequency.
3. Safely disable and isolate the drive motor battery packs before servicing battery electric vehicles.

AUTO 238 - Auto Air Conditioning & Heating

1. The student will demonstrate knowledge of the construction and operation of automotive heating, ventilation, air conditioning and cooling systems.
2. Students will be able to perform entry level diagnostic and performance tests on automotive heating ventilation, air conditioning and cooling systems.
3. Students will be able to perform repairs and component removal and replacement of automotive heating, ventilation, air conditioning and cooling systems using manufacturer’s guidelines and specifications.
4. Demonstrate desirable work place skills and safety procedures/precautions required by the automotive repair industry.

AUTO 239 - Heating & Air Conditioning WE

1. The student will demonstrate knowledge of the construction and operation of automotive heating, ventilation, air conditioning and cooling systems.
2. Students will be able to perform entry level diagnostic and performance tests on automotive heating ventilation, air conditioning and cooling systems.
3. Students will be able to perform repairs and component removal and replacement of automotive heating, ventilation, air conditioning and cooling systems using manufacturer’s guidelines and specifications.
4. Demonstrate desirable work place skills and safety procedures/precautions required by the automotive repair industry.

AUTO 245 - Automotive Service Management

1. Demonstrate entry level knowledge and comprehension of the construction and operation of a working automotive repair facility
2. Demonstrate entry-level personal and business communication skills.
3. Provide verbal and written diagnosis and repair descriptions.

AUTO 248 - Lab Practical IV

1. Demonstrate correct use of hand tools and shop equipment.
2. Perform routine maintenance/repair to passenger cars and light trucks.
3. Demonstrate and apply diagnostic and repair skills in the areas of automotive chassis and electrical systems.
4. Demonstrate respectable work place skills and safety procedures required by the automotive repair industry.
5. Correctly analyze service information from computerized and conventional sources.
6. Complete a work order that includes customer and vehicle information along with the concern, cause and correction of the vehicle.

AUTO 249 - ASE Industry Work Exp. IV

1. Demonstrate correct use of hand tools and shop equipment.
2. Perform routine maintenance/repair to passenger cars and light trucks.
3. Demonstrate and apply diagnostic and repair skills in the areas of automotive chassis and electrical systems.
4. Demonstrate respectable work place skills and safety procedures required by the automotive repair industry.
5. Correctly analyze service information from computerized and conventional sources.
6. Complete a work order that includes customer and vehicle information along with the concern, cause and correction of the vehicle.

AUTO 252 - Automatic Transmissions

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the construction and operation of various automatic transmissions
2. Be able to perform diagnostic tests using various test equipment, tools and manufacturers information to identify faults in automotive automatic transmissions
3. Perform service and repair procedures to automatic transmissions using manufacturers’ specified procedures and specifications.
4. Complete an industry standard repair order and write diagnostic and repair descriptions including the “concern, cause and correction”.

AUTO 256 - Automotive Chassis II

1. Identify safety hazards pertaining to steering and suspension system service.
2. Identify various steering and suspension components.
3. Explain how to properly test various steering and suspension components.
4. Perform maintenance servicing, diagnostic testing and repair of the steering and suspension systems.
5. Perform front and rear wheel alignment on various vehicles to manufactures specifications.

AUTO 296 - Advanced Study in Automotive - lower division

1. Demonstrate the ability to work independently.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in the specific area of study.

BIOL 100 - Fundamentals of Biology

1. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis.
2. Students will apply scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural sciences.
3. Describe the fundamental concepts of biology including cells, genetics, evolution, biodiversity and ecology
4. Apply these fundamental concepts to contemporary issues in biology.

BIOL 101 - Ecology Experience

1. The student will demonstrate understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis.  MEASURE: Students will develop questions, hypotheses, and predictions based on ecological concepts and observations; design and conduct an ecological study; and collect and analyze data.
2. Students will demonstrate application of scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural (or physical) sciences.  MEASURE: Students will present their research results in the context of ecological concepts.

BIOL 105 - Wildlife of North America

1. To identify and understand the kinds of mammals that occur in North America and how they are adapted to the environment in which they live.
2. To show an understanding of the importance of inter- and intraspecific interactions of these organisms.
3. To understand the ways that humans affect the lives and survival of these mammals as well as how the populations of these mammals affect humans.

BIOL 110 - Environ Issues & Sustainabilit

1. The student will demonstrate understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis. MEASURE: In reports, students will present observations from environments, mine data from the literature, and make decisions based on those data.
2. Students will demonstrate application of scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural (or physical) sciences. MEASURE: In reports, students will decide which data to use from the literature, present those data, and develop sustainable plans.

BIOL 115 - Animal Behavior

1. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis.
2. Students will apply scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural sciences.

BIOL 120 - Human Genetics

1. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis.
2. Students will apply scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural sciences.

BIOL 125 - Food Microbiology

1. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis.
2. Students will apply scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural sciences.  
3. Students will evaluate the validity of hypotheses as applied to natural phenomena (critical thinking/develop well-reasoned arguments).
4. Students will define methods for controlling time and temperature abuse.
5. Students will explain why time and temperature are critical controls for prevention of food-borne illnesses.

BIOL 130 - General Biology I

1. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis.
2. Students will apply scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural sciences.
3. Describe the fundamental concepts of biology including relevant chemistry, structure and function of macromolecules, cells, membranes, metabolism, cellular respiration, photosynthesis, and genetics.

BIOL 135 - General Biology II

1. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis.
2. Students will apply scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural sciences.
3. Describe fundamental concepts of biology including the origin of life, taxonomy, and ecology.
4. Apply the theory of evolution to various concepts in biology

BIOL 140 - Field Biology

1. The student will demonstrate understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis. MEASURE: In presentations, students will present their observations about natural areas and questions that they have based on those observations. Students will also collect data at Tunis Lake as part of a Service Learning project, and present those data in a report to the Tunis Lake Property Owner’s Association.
2. Students will demonstrate application of scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural (or physical) sciences. MEASURE: In presentations, students will explain the ecological importance of observations made in the field. Students will also assess the data from Tunis Lake to make recommendations based on ecological concepts.

BIOL 150 - Biology of Beer

1. The student will demonstrate understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis. MEASURE: Students will develop questions, hypotheses, and predictions; design and conduct experiments; collect and analyze data; and present their results in oral and written form.
2. Students will demonstrate application of scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural (or physical) sciences. MEASURE: Students will present the application of data and concepts as they relate to biological topics on exams.

BIOL 155 - Botany

Students will demonstrate:

1. understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis; and
2. application of scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural sciences.

BIOL 215 - Zoology

1. understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis; and
2. application of scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural sciences.

BIOL 218 - Animal Anatomy and Physiology

Enrollment in Veterinary Technology Program and

High School Biology (C+ or better) and

High School Chemistry (C+ or better)

OR

Enrollment in Veterinary Technology Program and

Concurrent enrollment in college level Biology (BIOL 130 ) and/or

College-level Chemistry (CHEM 120 )

Restriction(s): None

Corequisite(s): VETS 120  and (VETS 131  or VETS 132 )

This course is designed to provide students with a basic knowledge of the structural and functional characteristics of the animal body. Instruction will be provided through a lecture and laboratory systematic study of the gross and microscopic anatomy and physiology of domestic animals. Lectures and laboratory exercises will emphasize an understanding and appreciation for the organized body state and the relationship of its various parts including cells, tissues, organs, and body systems. Microscopic examination of histological slides, and photomicrographs will be employed for the study of basic tissues and organs. Examination of skeletons, models, prosected canine and feline cadavers, and other preserved specimens will be used to study gross anatomical structures. Comparative aspects of other species, including an introduction to avian and reptilian anatomy and physiology, may be included. Lecture and laboratory discussions will begin the development of and require an understanding and use of anatomical and medical terminology. Lectures and laboratories will include discussion and utilization of relevant clinical topics and materials. This course will provide a foundation upon which all subsequent clinical courses are built or related.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:  

1. Use Anatomical and Directional Terminology to identify and/or describe the location of structures or “lesions” on an animal body.

2. Identify and describe the structure and function of cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems as they relate to the anatomical and physiological aspects of a living animal.

3. Identify the bones and bony structures which form the framework of an animal body; including the function of the cellular elements which produce and maintain skeletal health.

4. Demonstrate understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis.  (GE 2.1)

5. Demonstrate application of scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural sciences.  (GE 2.2) ​

BIOL 220 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I

1. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis.
2. Students will apply scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural sciences.
3. Describe the fundamental concepts of structure and function of the human body integrating a systems approach to include cells, tissues, movement, protection, sensation, coordination, transport, and continuity.

BIOL 225 - Human Anatomy & Physiology II

1. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis.
2. Students will apply scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural sciences.
3. Describe the fundamental concepts of structure and function of the human body integrating a systems approach to include cells, tissues, movement, protection, sensation, coordination, transport, and continuity.

BIOL 230 - General Microbiology

1. Understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis; and
2. Application of scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural (or physical) sciences.

BIOL 240 - Genetics

1. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis.
2. Students will apply scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural sciences.
3. Describe the fundamental concepts of genetics including Mendelian genetics, cytogenetics,DNA replication, molecular genetics and population genetics.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of how to use peer reviewed literature for scientific research.

BIOL 245 - General Ecology

1. The student will demonstrate understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis.
2. Students will demonstrate application of scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural (or physical) sciences.

BIOL 270 - The Science of Monster Movies

1. The student will demonstrate understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis. MEASURE: Students will be assessed on their reading of primary scientific literature to determine if the source has information relevant to the monster movie under consideration.
2. Students will demonstrate application of scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural (or physical) sciences.
   MEASURE: Students will be assessed on their ability to apply scientific data from primary literature to determine if events in monster movies are scientifically possible or not.

BIOL 296 - Advanced Study in Biology - lower division

1. Demonstrate the ability to work independently.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in the specific area of study.

BIOL 300 - Immunology

1. Students will be able to discern between normal immune function and autoimmune processes.
2. Students will be able to apply immunological concepts to real-world case studies and disease processes in mammals.
3. Students will be able to define immunology vocabulary and concepts.
4. Students will differentiate between innate and adaptive immunity, and humoral and cellular immunity.
5. Students will analyze research and write a literature review identifying an immunological concern.

BIOL 310 - Medicinal Botany

1. Name the parts of plants, explain botanical nomenclature, describe common plant secondary compounds, and discuss the history of the use of medicinal plants.
2. Determine which medicinal plants could be used for various ailments, and give a detailed account of some medicinal plant species.
3. Choose among different medicinal plant options for a particular ailment, and compare the utility of medicinal plants and modern pharmaceuticals.
4. Identify the mechanisms through which plants provide health benefits, evaluate the impact of medicinal plant use on ecosystems, and explain the risk of extinction to particular medicinal plant species.
5. Treat each other with respect in course interactions.
6. Find, read, comprehend, and cite primary scientific literature, and evaluate the reliability of other types of sources of information.

BIOL 315 - Natural Resources

1. List natural resources that ecosystems provide.
2. Explain how ecosystems produce these resources.
3. Analyze and evaluate how humans use these resources.
4. Synthesize plans to sustainably manage these resources.
5. Demonstrate understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis.
6. Demonstrate application of scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural (or physical) sciences.

BIOL 330 - Infection and Disease

1. Recognize and describe chief factors in the transmission, etiology, diagnosis, treatment, and control of diseases caused by a wide range of infectious agents (bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa and prions).
2. Discuss the current thought and research into the evolution of pathogenicity of microbes in order to more successfully control the development, spread, and treatment of infectious diseases in the future.
3. Exhibit an understanding of the social, economic, and environmental factors that influence disease processes through discussion posts and papers.
4. Assess primary and secondary scientific literature and abstract relevant information and synthesize that information into coherent arguments.

BIOL 340 - Genetics

1. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis.
2. Students will apply scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural sciences.
3. Describe the fundamental concepts of genetics including Mendelian genetics, cytogenetics,DNA replication, molecular genetics, population genetics, and cancer genetics.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of how to use peer reviewed literature for scientific research.

BIOL 345 - Human Health & the Environment

1. Describe patterns that relate human health to human population growth, natural resources, and environmental problems.
2. Decide upon changes to our lifestyles that can mitigate the impact of these matters on human health.
3. Develop a plan to make our healthcare system sustainable.
4. Treat each other with respect in course interactions.
5. Find, read, comprehend, and cite primary scientific literature, and evaluate the reliability of other types of sources of information.

BIOL 496 - Advanced Study in Biology - upper division

1. Demonstrate the ability to work independently.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in the specific area of study.

BKNG 100 - Artisanal Breads

1. Identify commonly used bread ingredients and explain their functions.
2. Explain the historical development of bread making.
3. Produce a variety of artisanal breads using written formulas or demonstrated techniques.
4. Explain the natural sponge process and compare with additive-derived sours.
5. Recognize and apply available and emerging technologies.
6. Adhere to classroom policies and demonstrate/exhibit professional behavior.

BKNG 110 - Professional Baking

1. Identify quality standards of bakeshop products.
2. Identify proper cooking methods, storage and handling of common ingredients.
3. Identify common substitutions for basic ingredients.
4. Describe the functions of ingredients.
5. Accurately adjust recipe yields.
6. Describe baking techniques for proper products.
7. Calculate portion costs.
8. Recognize and apply available and emerging technologies.
9. Adhere to classroom policies and demonstrate/exhibit professional behavior.

BKNG 115 - Professional Baking Laboratory

1. Demonstrate safe use, care and storage of equipment and small wares.
2. Produce properly made bakeshop goods using proper technique.
3. Identify and use common ingredients.
4. Store and handle food products in a manner following quality and safety guidelines.
5. Recognize and apply available and emerging technologies.
6. Adhere to classroom policies and demonstrate/exhibit professional behavior.

BKNG 120 - Baking for Health

1. Describe the function of specialty ingredients.
2. Identify specialty ingredients designed for dietary restrictions.
3. Identify quality standards of bakeshop products designed for dietary restrictions.
4. Modify recipes and techniques of bakeshop products designed for dietary restrictions.
5. Calculate portion costs.
6. Recognize and apply available and emerging technologies.
7. Adhere to classroom policies and demonstrate/exhibit professional behavior.

BKNG 125 - Baking for Health Laboratory

1. Identify and use specialty ingredients.
2. Identify quality standards of bakeshop products designed for dietary restrictions.
3. Produce bakeshop items designed for dietary restrictions.
4. Store and handle food products in a manner following quality and safety guidelines for each item.
5. Develop appropriate time on task skills relative to industry standards.
6. Recognize and apply available and emerging technologies.
7. Adhere to classroom policies and demonstrate/exhibit professional behavior

BKNG 200 - Cakes and Tortes

1. Students will produce an assortment of cake layers using the following methods: Sponge, Creamed, Flour-batter, Two-Stage, and Chiffon.
2. Students will produce an assortment of fillings and frostings using accepted formulas for buttercreams, fudge-type, ganache and glacage, fruit fillings and curds, and other coatings as assigned.
3. Students will develop and execute a themed marketing plan.
4. Students will market, package, sell and deliver product to customers and gather feedback.
5. Students will determine food and packaging costs and set a price point for products using formulas.
6. Post-production actual use/cost analysis will be used to determine effectiveness of price point and costing system.
7. Recognize and apply available and emerging technologies.
8. Adhere to classroom policies and demonstrate/exhibit professional behavior.

BKNG 250 - Advanced Pastry and Confections

1. Collaborate on and prepare a team composed dessert for a function
2. Prepare laminated dough products
3. Demonstrate proper handling of chocolate compounds
4. Create and transport a small tiered wedding cake
5. Construct display pieces using bakeshop materials.
6. Prepare an assortment of candies and petits fours
7. Recognize and apply available and emerging technologies.
8. Adhere to classroom policies and demonstrate/exhibit professional behavior.

BKNG 280 - Commercial and Production Baking

1. Determine price points for wholesale and retail bakeshop items.
2. Review and apply accepted standards of bakeshop operations.
3. Collaborate on, develop, price and merchandise a product.
4. Produce quantity baked goods.
5. Exhibit exemplary Customer service skills.
6. Recognize and apply available and emerging technologies.
7. Adhere to classroom policies and demonstrate/exhibit professional behavior

BKNG 310 - History of Baking

1. Recognize and Discuss the prominent historical French, Austrian and American Baking and Pastry chefs that shaped the industry.
2. Identify French, Austrian, and American Classical dessert preparations by name and flavor profile.
3. Identify regional variations of similar bakeshop preparations and ingredient differences.
4. Describe the historical significance of economic, political, and societal forces shaping the baking and pastry industry and specific ingredients.
5. Build a virtual original dessert by deconstructing a classical French flavor profile.
6. Recognize and apply available and emerging technologies.
7. Adhere to classroom policies and demonstrate/exhibit professional behavior.

BKNG 350 - Bakeshop Wines, Soaks, and Spirits

1. Discuss flavor profiles and compatibility of different cordials, soaks, wines, and spirits.
2. Discuss the mythology and origins of ingredients used in bakeshop liquid preparations.
3. Describe the application of different alcohol and non-alcohol preparations used in the bakeshop.
4. Identify the primary flavors of classic combinations.
5. Identify the differences between products and production methods.
6. Analyze the traditional bakeshop liquids produced in a country or region of origin.
7. Recognize and apply available and emerging technologies.
8. Adhere to classroom policies and demonstrate/exhibit professional behavior.

BUSI 100 - Introduction to Business

Introduce American Business practices to students so that they:

1. Explain and identify organizational structures, functions of management, and authority
2. Identify financial concepts and investments from a corporate level
3. Identify financial concepts and investments from a personal level
4. Explain and identify the responsibilities and elements of human resource management in business and motivational theories
5. Explain and identify economic systems and competitive structures in which businesses operate
6. Classify and identify the customer centered focus of the marketing mix (4P’s) and demonstrate marketing concepts in use
7. Evaluate and analyze a real world business enterprise and/or business person and produce college level writing on a business subject

BUSI 105 - Orientation to Business

1. Students will complete an assignment that researches the resources available in the SUNY Delhi community.
2. Students will prepare an assignment with respect to their course syllabi.
3. Students will prepare in conjunction with their ade next semesters courses.
4. Students will prepare an assignment with regards to personal finance.

BUSI 110 - Math of Finance

1. Identify and calculate basic retail problems; bank statement reconciliation, payroll, markups and markdowns, and trade and cash discounts
2. Identify and calculate basic time value of money problems: simple interest and simple discount, future and present value, and annuities, loans, and sinking funds
3. Identify and calculate basic problems relating to property and sales tax, insurance, stocks and bonds, and business statistics.
4. Apply usage of tables for the calculation of exact days, present and future value

BUSI 120 - Business Communications

1. Demonstrate the communication process, writing process, functions and principles of effective business communications
2. Identify the terminology used in the business field.
3. Produce coherent business messages appropriate for the situation:  email, letter, report or blog
4. Develop proficiency in oral discourse by oral Informative and Persuasive presentations. 
5. Complete the Peer Review Form for one speech

BUSI 200 - Management I

1. Apply management theory and procedures to organize people and operations to a form of business
2. Discuss the evolution of management theory and practice and categorize business environments
3. Explain and apply concepts and practices in decision making
4. Categorize concepts and practices of business organization to achieve desired performance
5. Apply theory and practice of leadership and human resource management, including motivation, staffing, team building, and communications
6. Evaluate business processes for management for results, including the control function, managing stress, conflict, and change
7. Explain emerging concepts in management, globalization, and international management, social responsibility, and ethics in management, spirit of independence, quality emphasis
8. Examine the importance of long-term investment in human capital - human resource emphasis, role of education, training, and career views

BUSI 205 - Small Business Management

1. Describe the importance of small business in the U.S. economy
2. Explain reasons for high failure rate of small businesses
3. Assess the merits of an idea for a potential small business
4. Describe different entry strategies and advantages and disadvantages of each

BUSI 210 - Business Law I

1. Explain the United States legal system, including state and federal courts and their procedures
2. Distinguish between criminal and civil law
3. Analyze basic contracts for enforceability, discharge and release
4. Classify agency and employment relationships.
5. Describe basic methods of consumer, borrower, and creditor protection

BUSI 215 - Business Law II

1. Compare and contrast the legal structure of organizational models
2. Articulate legal concepts of real, personal and intellectual property law
3. Identify distinctions of fundamental contract law and the UCC

BUSI 220 - Principles of Finance

1. Describe the US financial system. 
2. Compare and contrast investment types, financial markets, US money and banking system and personal finance
3. Analyze how the finance function is interrelated with other personal/organizational areas
4. Evaluate financial needs, analyze problems and solutions
5. Apply influencing variables that impact the finance function including various economic conditions and regulations
6. Analyze current banking and finance trends.
7. Evaluate current issues in international finance that impact the US banking system
8. Identify current career options and ethical concerns in today’s finance arena

BUSI 237 - Human Resource Management

1. Define the nature and purpose of Human Resource Management
2. Produce an employee handbook with sections on the following:

• Company Mission/Goals/Org Values
• Company’s structure
• Planning and Job Analysis
• Recruitment and Appointment
• Training and Development (Sample Orientation Program) 
• Legal and Ethical Issues in HRM.
• Employee Rights
• Employee Evaluation and Promotion
• Promotion, pay raises, and rewards
• Benefits Overview

BUSI 245 - Principles of Marketing

1. Define product, price, place, and promotion in the marketing mix
2. Identify the marketing process by which products are planned, priced, promoted, and distributed
3. Determine pricing policies and objectives, make cost-related judgments
4. Explain the buying behavior of both consumers and businesses
5. Distinguish between goods and services
6. Evaluate distribution channels

BUSI 250 - Salesmanship

1. Demonstrate the importance of the Marketing concept and mix in sales
2. Illustrate and identify the role of the following in the sales process:
3. Personal Selling Values, Systems, and Practices
4. Scientific Selling   The Psychology of Sales and Sales Planning
5. Sales Management, Team Leadership, Planning, Organizing, and Control

BUSI 255 - Advertising

1. Understand the basic terms and concepts involved in sound marketing and advertising planning.
2. Demonstrate the sequence of steps involved in the planning, development and management of an advertising campaign.
3. Demonstrate the kinds of decisions that must be involved in the course of an effective campaign development.

BUSI 260 - Retailing

1. Identify the functions, principles, concepts, and skills of effective retailing physical and online..
2. Relate the terminology used in retailing across platforms.
3. Apply realistic decision making in retailing situations
4. Identify yhe practical and ethical skills and abilities needed/demanded by today’s retailing organizations.
5. Explain consumer behavior as it relates to modern retailing.
6. Classify the structures of retailing enterprises.

BUSI 263 - Entrepreneurship

1. Understand the concepts and characteristics of entrepreneurship
2. Develop marketing concepts for small businesses
3. Identify the capital needs and generate a financial plan
4. Learn the management control tools used in small businesses
5. Identify the legal requirements of small business
6. Explore career opportunities in entrepreneurship
7. Develop the skills to write a business plan

BUSI 280 - Consumer Behavior

1. To identify/describe a consumer.
2. To describe the consumer decision process.
3. To learn and understand the importance that external influences have in consumer behavior.
4. To learn and understand the various internal influences which effect consumers
5. Able to use appropriate terminology to discuss consumer behavior research.
6. Able to conduct simple consumer behavior research.
7. To analyze consumer behavior research and determine if it meets a professional standard.
8. To articulate how current regulations affect consumer behavior research.
9. Able to understand how the consumer decision process is interrelated to consumer consumption related behaviors.
10. Able to evaluate the effectiveness of various marketing strategies.
11. Describe and apply the consumer decision process.
12. To develop the ability to apply consumer behavior concepts to marketing problems involve consumer consumption and identity implications.

BUSI 285 - Business Ethics

1. Distinguish how personal goals, values and character mature, and how you can affect that development
2. Analyze the ethical cycle
3. Apply the ethical cycle to the general operating and internal environments in business
4. Analyze how one’s character and integrity affect self, organization, family and society

BUSI 296 - Advanced Study in Business - lower division

1. Demonstrate the ability to work independently.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in the specific area of study.

BUSI 310 - Strategic Management

1. Analyze the strategic planning process and implementation.
2. Explain the elements of internal and external forces.
3. Evaluate corporate, business-unit, and functional level strategies.
4. Interpret analytical and quantitative tools for strategic analysis
5. Compose a strategic analysis

BUSI 320 - Professional Communications

1. To provide the student with a basic understanding of technical writing and how technical writing can be applied to solve problems.
2. To provide the student with a basic understanding of the types of technical writing found in the work environment.
3. To develop the student’s working knowledge of technical writing which can then be used as a tool in his/her vocation.

BUSI 337 - Total Rewards

1. Evaluate total rewards systems in organizations. 
2. Contrast compensation versus non-compensation rewards
3. Utilize the O*Net system to review current company job evaluations and salary levels based on geographic locations.
4. Create salary surveys using O*Net and external systems to ensure they are paying employees equitably. 

BUSI 343 - Individual Behavior in Organizations

1. Apply the fundamentals of organizational behavior in course discussions and case study analysis.
2. Examine the function of motivation and reward systems to the effective management of employees.
3. Develop appropriate leadership strategies.
4. Determine the relationships between individual and interpersonal behaviors and organizational success.
5. Formulate best practices for effective change management

BUSI 344 - Organizational Theory

1. Assess the functions, processes and structures of groups and organizations.
2. Analyze the importance of strategic purpose, operating goals and role of organizational structure.
3. Explain the role of the external and internal environment on organizational structures, strategies, and technologies
4. Evaluate structural design options for international operations and approaches to coordination.
5. Examine power structures within organizations
6. Interpret the sources of ethical values and principles within organizations

BUSI 345 - Risk Management and Insurance

1. Explain the concept of pure risks that affect the management processes and decision-making.
2. Evaluate basic techniques used to address pure risks.
3. Discuss relevant current research trends in the field of risk management and insurance
4. Distinguish between the different types of operations and characteristics of the insurance industry
5. Apply the analytical and quantitative tools required for evaluation of concepts in the field of risk management.

BUSI 347 - Advanced Supervision

1. Categorize and distinguish nomenclature of supervision with sufficient mastery to communicate with colleagues.
2. Analyze and improve constructive, destructive and benign behaviors, describe these behaviors, and discuss supervisory response.
3. Organize a team to achieve organizational objectives, prepare a comprehensive job analysis, job descriptions, and choose specific uses of these tools.
4. Evaluate employees, analyze employee grievances, investigate facts and demonstrate various effective procedures in taking disciplinary actions.
5. Apply, invent or modify specific supervisory planning techniques in the areas of communication, remuneration, and labor cost control.
6. Explain the legal responsibilities of management.
7. Apply and modify the concepts of supervision to a project case,  designing a training program, recognition and rewards program, and a system of discipline.