2018-2019 College Catalog 
    
    May 13, 2024  
2018-2019 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Automotive

  
  • AUTO 162 - Automotive Chassis II


    Credit Hours: 5
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): AUTO 125  and AUTO 128  and AUTO 152  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course includes the theory of operation, construction, design, maintenance, and repair of advanced chassis system components. It encompasses electrical power steering used on hybrid and conventional vehicles along with electronic suspension systems used in automobiles, light duty trucks and SUV’s. Also studied is advanced steering geometry and wheel alignment principles; tire pressure monitoring systems; advanced ABS, traction control and vehicle stability systems. The laboratory component of this course will include various lab activities that follow the guidelines of the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course will explore alternative fuels and advanced technology propulsion systems in passenger cars and light duty trucks. Students will develop knowledge and skills pertaining to various hybrid, electric and alternative fueled vehicles. This includes: operational theory, safety, maintenance, basic diagnostics and service procedures. A series of lab activities based on current industry trends and NATEF accreditation task lists will be accomplished in the lab portion of the course.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): AUTO 125 

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    A course that includes the theory of operation, construction, diagnosis, maintenance, repair and adjustment of the following engine systems: engine valves and valve train, block, crankshaft, pistons, rings, connecting rods, crankshaft, bearings, lubrication, and cooling systems. The laboratory component of the course will include various activities that follow the guidelines of the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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 208 - Automatic Transmissions


    Credit Hours: 5
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This is a course in the components, construction, and theory of operation of automatic transmissions and transaxles including laboratory experience in the servicing, diagnosis, and repair of these automatic transmission units.  The laboratory component of the course includes various activities that follow the guidelines of the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 6

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of ASE test A2 (Automatic Transmission/Transaxles) and approval of academic advisor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course consists of a 90-hour work experience in a repair shop setting where the student will perform general transmission/transaxle diagnosis, maintenance, in-vehicle repairs, out-of-vehicle repairs , and removal/replacement as required in the laboratory component of AUTO 208 . Students are required to maintain a log of tasks and clock hours completed. The cooperating supervisor and program faculty must approve the records before a grade is assigned and credit awarded.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): AUTO 125  and AUTO 128  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course covers the components, construction, and theory of operation of the clutch assembly, manual transmissions and transaxles, drive lines, and final drive assemblies including laboratory experience in the servicing, diagnosis, and repair of these automotive components. The laboratory component of the course includes various activities that follow the guidelines of the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation(NATEF) and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 5
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): AUTO 125  and AUTO 128  and AUTO 138  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This is a course in the theory of operation, construction, diagnosis, and service of automotive computer and electronic fuel-injection systems. The course includes a study of components and circuits that are common to all computerized control and fuel-injection systems. Students learn how to diagnose and repair system components using commonly available test equipment. Applying operational theory for diagnosis is heavily stressed in this course. The laboratory component of the course includes various activities that follow the guidelines of the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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 227 - Transmissions & Drivelines WE


    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 6

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course consists of a 90-hour work experience in a repair shop setting where students will perform general transmission and driveline diagnosis, maintenance, in-vehicle repairs, out-of-vehicle repairs, and removal/ replacement as required in the laboratory component of AUTO 218 .

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): AUTO 125  and AUTO 128  and AUTO 138  and AUTO 225  and AUTO 235  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This is a course in the theory of operation, construction, diagnosis, and service of advanced automotive systems. This course includes a study of airbag systems, alternative fuels, second-generation on-board diagnostic systems (ODB-II), electronic instrumentation, advanced ignition systems, advanced anti- lock brake systems, and current developments in the automotive field.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 6

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course consists of a 90-hour work experience in a repair shop setting where students will perform general auto engine diagnosis, maintenance, in-vehicle repair, out-of-vehicle repair, and removal/replacement as required in the laboratory component of AUTO 201 .

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 6

    Prerequisite(s): AUTO 125  and AUTO 128  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): AUTO 225  and AUTO 235  

    This is an automotive laboratory course that deals with the diagnosis and repair of common automotive problems. All diagnosis and repair is done under the supervision of faculty and staff. Service, diagnosis, and repair procedures are performed on customer-owned or College-owned vehicles to simulate working in the industry. Students also utilize this lab to perform required tasks related to the current semester courses.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 12

    Prerequisite(s): Approval of academic advisor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course consists of a 180-hour work experience in a repair shop setting where the student will perform a variety of diagnostic and repair tasks with a focus on engine repair computer, and emission control systems to meet the requirements of the AUTO 201 , AUTO 225 , AUTO 231 , and AUTO 235  courses. The student will be supervised by management (preferably ASE certified) of the participating shop. Students are required to maintain a log of all tasks and clock hours completed. The cooperating supervisor and program faculty must approve the records before a grade is assigned and credit awarded.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 6

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course consists of a 90-hour work experience in a repair shop setting where students will perform general auto computer systems diagnosis, maintenance, in-vehicle repair, out-of-vehicle repair, and removal/replacement as required in the laboratory component of AUTO 225 .

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 6

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course consist of a 90-hour work experience in a repair shop setting where students will perform general auto emissions control diagnosis, maintenance, in-vehicle repair, out-of-vehicle repair, and removal/replacement as required in the laboratory component of AUTO 235 .

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): AUTO 125  and AUTO 128  and AUTO 138  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course encompasses the function, construction, operation, and diagnosis of automotive emission and engine control systems. Students study the formation of and types of automotive pollutants and how each can be reduced using emission/engine control systems. Students also learn how malfunctioning emission control devices can affect engine performance, driveability, and emission inspection test results. Use of the latest emission and engine control test equipment to assist in diagnosis is heavily emphasized. The laboratory component of the course includes various activities that follow the guidelines of the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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 238 - Auto Air Conditioning & Heating


    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): AUTO 125  and AUTO 128  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This is a course in the theory of operation, construction, maintenance, repair, and adjustment of the various automotive heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems. The course is designed to aid students in applying the theory of operation to diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of automotive air conditioners and heaters. The laboratory component of the course includes various activities that follow the guidelines of the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 6

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of ASE test A7 (Heating and Air Conditioning) and approval of academic advisor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course consists of a 90-hour work experience in a repair shop setting where the student will perform diagnosis and repairs to the air-conditioning refrigeration system; the heating, cooling, and ventilation system; and refrigerant recovery and recycling as required in the laboratory component of AUTO 238 . Students are required to maintain a log of all tasks and clock hours completed. The cooperating supervisor and program faculty must approve the records before a grade is assigned and credit awarded.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): AUTO 128 

    Restriction(s): Automotive Technology AAS and Auto Mechanics AOS

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course studies the theory of operation of a working automotive repair facility. Main topics will include fixed operations basics, customer service/relationships, demonstrating the need of repair or maintenance to the service customer, productivity analysis, division of workload, and special emphasis on development of communication skills.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 6

    Prerequisite(s): AUTO 125  and AUTO 128  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): AUTO 256  

    This is an automotive laboratory course that deals with the diagnosis and repair of common automotive problems. All diagnosis and repair is done under the supervision of faculty and staff. Service, diagnosis, and repair procedures are performed on customer-owned or College-owned vehicles to simulate working in the industry. Students also utilize this lab to perform required tasks related to the current semester courses.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 12

    Prerequisite(s): Approval of academic advisor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course consists of a 180-hour work experience in a repair shop setting where the student will perform a variety of diagnostic and repair tasks with a focus on automatic and manual transmissions and transaxles; clutches and drive lines; heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems to meet the requirements of the AUTO 208  , AUTO 238 , and AUTO 248  courses. The student will be supervised by management (preferably ASE certified) of the participating shop. Students are required to maintain a log of all tasks and clock hours completed. The cooperating supervisor and program faculty must approve the records before a grade is assigned and credit awarded.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): AUTO 125  and AUTO 128  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    A course in the components, construction, and theory of operation of automatic transmissions and transaxles including laboratory experience in the servicing, diagnosis, and repair of these automatic transmission units. The laboratory component of the course will include various activities that follow the guidelines of the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 5
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): AUTO 125  and AUTO 128  and AUTO 152  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course includes the theory of operation, construction, design, maintenance, and repair of advanced chassis system components. It encompasses electrical power steering used on hybrid and conventional vehicles along with electronic suspension systems used in automobiles, light duty trucks and SUV’s. Also studied is advanced steering geometry and wheel alignment principles; tire pressure monitoring systems; advanced ABS, traction control and vehicle stability systems. The laboratory component of this course will include various lab activities that follow the guidelines of the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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.

Biology

  
  • BIOL 100 - Fundamentals of Biology


    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course introduces the fundamental concepts of biology including cells, genetics, evolution, biodiversity, and ecology through lecture and laboratory activities. These concepts will be applied to contemporary issues in biology. This course is for non-nursing or non-science majors only.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of 9th grade high school

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    A week-long, residential ecology class for high school students. In this course, students will learn basic ecological principles, explore Catskill ecosystems, and conduct a brief ecological research project. Outdoor, physical activity on rough terrain required.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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 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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course is a survey of the wild mammals of North America, including present geographic range, general habitat, general life history, and discussion of each animal’s ecological niche (its functional role in the environment). Topics such as economic importance and relationships with humans are included.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course involves the presentation, analysis, and discussion of contemporary ecological problems which illustrate the relationship that people share with their environment, and the influence that each exerts in shaping the destiny of the planet. Case studies are used extensively.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course: NATURAL SCIENCE GOAL/OBJECTIVE

    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course is an overview of the fundamental principles of animal behavior, including patterns of behavior and evolution of behavior, as well as the influence of structure, physiology, heredity, learning, experience, and emotion on behavior.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course is a study of the basic principles of genetics and their applications in understanding heredity in the human organism. Topics covered include cell division, sex determination, inheritance related to sex, gametogenesis, chromosomes, principles of genetics, gene mapping, DNA, mutation, pedigree analysis, polygenes, population genetics, genetic counseling, and genetic engineering.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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 - Nutritional Microbiology


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course explores the theories and philosophy of nutritional microbiology with emphasis on basic concepts and techniques of microbiology. Important topics include the world food crisis, the significance of microorganisms to food preparation and spoilage, methods of microbial control, food- transmitted diseases, and food technology development.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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 130 - General Biology I


    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course is a study of the fundamental concepts of the life sciences. Topics covered include the Scientific Method, basic chemistry and physics necessary to understand biology, cell structure and function, membrane phenomena, energy and cellular metabolism, mitosis, meiosis, biology of plants including photosynthesis, genetics, protein synthesis, genetic engineering, reproduction, and development.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 130  or permission of the instructor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    Topics covered include evolution and adaptation, theories concerning the origin of life, taxonomy, a phylogenetic survey of the kingdoms of living organisms, a study of the anatomy and physiology of the vertebrate body, animal behavior, and fundamentals of ecology.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course considers the natural history of local species and their habitats as well as the basics of field natural history. Outdoor field trips and physical activity are required. Optional and number-limited Adirondack weekend field trip included as part of the on-campus offering.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course: NATURAL SCIENCE GOAL/OBJECTIVE

    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


    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course covers the topics of general biology from the perspective of beer. Laboratory will include and inquiry- based study of beer brewing. Students must be 18 years old prior to the start of the course.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course: NATURAL SCIENCE GOAL/OBJECTIVE

    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


    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course examines the structures and functions of roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruits of advanced plants, including basic concepts of plant cell structure, growth, metabolism, reproduction, and heredity. The life histories, ecological importance, and evolutionary relationships of more primitive plant groups are also considered.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:  

    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


    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 100  or higher

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    Lectures emphasize comparative anatomical and physiological adaptations for all the life processes across the animal kingdom and the developmental and evolutionary processes leading to these adaptations. Laboratory study involves a phylogenetic survey of the animal kingdom investigating adaptations and relationships of all the major phyla and some minor ones.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course: 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 218 - Animal Anatomy and Physiology


    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s):  

    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: Upon successful completion of the course the student should be able to:

    1. Use anatomical and directional terminology to identify and/or describe the location of structures or lesions on an animal body.
    2. 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. Identify the major muscle masses which move parts of the animal body to produce locomotion, form the walls of body cavities, and contribute to physiologic activities; including the process of muscle contraction and the necessary elements required for this process. Discussion of sites for intramuscular injections in domestic animals will be included.
    5. Identify the components of the Central Nervous System and their function; identify major Peripheral Nerves; including the process of nerve impulse initiation and transmission.
    6. Identify the components and function of the special senses: sight, hearing, smell, and taste.
    7. Identify the parts of the Cardiovascular system; including the Heart, Vessels, and Lymphatic Structures. Describe the process of the cardiac cycle and blood circulation.
    8. Identify the parts of the Respiratory System including a description of respiratory physiology.
    9. Identify the parts of the Alimentary Canal; including the components and function of the carnivores, non-ruminant herbivores, and parts of the ruminant stomach.
    10. Identify the Accessory Organs associated with the process of digestion; describe the Physical and Chemical processes of digestion in monogastric and ruminant animals.
    11. Identify the components of the Urinary System; includes describing the process of urine formation and excretion.
    12. Identify the components of the Male and Female Reproductive System. Also includes study of the Placental Membranes.
    13. Identify the principal Endocrine Structures; includes describing the associated hormones and their action.
    14. Identify and describe the differences in Anatomy of Avian and Reptilian species as compared with mammals.
    15. Perform a gross necropsy on a laboratory specimen and identify the major organs and structures of the body systems studied during the semester. Techniques for the collection and submission of tissue samples for histopathological processing and examination will be introduced.

  
  • BIOL 220 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I


    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    Through both lecture and laboratory components, the normal organization, support, movement, and control systems of the human body are studied. This includes discussions of clinical applications illustrating the disruption of homeostasis.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 220  or permission of the instructor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    An integrated lecture and laboratory format is used to study how the body maintains itself on a day-to- day basis through water and electrolyte balance, circulation, respiration, digestion, and excretion, as well as how the continuity of the species is maintained. Clinical applications are cited that illustrate the disruption of homeostasis.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course provides the opportunity to study the characteristics of microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, and algae), including culture, identification, biochemical activities, morphology, and effects of these life forms on the environment. The primary emphasis of the course is on bacteria.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 130 

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course covers the topics of Mendelian genetics, cytogenetics, DNA replication, molecular genetics, and population genetics. Laboratory will include an inquiry- based study of genetics including model organism population experiments.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 130  or BIOL 140 

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course will acquaint students with the structure and function of ecosystems from organism to global levels. Primary literature is emphasized.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course: NATURAL SCIENCE GOAL/OBJECTIVE

    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 summarize primary scientific literature and report their understanding on exams.
    2. Students will demonstrate application of scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural (or physical) sciences. MEASURE: Students will apply ecological data and concepts to questions posed on exams.
  
  • BIOL 246 - General Ecology Lab


    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): BIOL 245 

    The laboratory is inquiry-based and students will explore ecological principles and patterns using their own research

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course: NATURAL SCIENCE GOAL/OBJECTIVE

    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 written and oral formats.
    2. Students will demonstrate application of scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural (or physical) sciences. MEASURE: Students will apply data and concepts to their experimental results in reports.
  
  • BIOL 270 - The Science of Monster Movies


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    An exploration of scientific possibility through the lens of monster movies. Concepts of media studies and scientific principles will be considered. Only one may be taken for credit.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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 290 - Independent Study in Biology


    Credit Hours: 1-4
    Lecture Hours: 0-4
    Laboratory Hours: 0-3

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    No Course Description Available

  
  • BIOL 300 - Immunology


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 130  and (BIOL 230  or BIOL 240  or BIOL 340 )

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course will investigate the basic concepts of immunology including innate immunity, B cells, T cells, the major histocompatibility complex, complement system, cytokines and chemokines. We will also explore hypersensitivity, autoimmunity, infectious disease, vaccines, immunodeficiency, cancer, and specific immunologic concerns for mammals. The course will culminate in a literature review on a current topic in immunology research.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 130  or BIOL 155  or BIOL 220  or BIOL 230  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    A consideration of plants as promoters of human health. Topics include basic botany, plant secondary compounds and their biochemical mechanisms, history of medicinal botany, plant species used to treat ailments, comparison of pharmaceuticals and medicinal plants, and the impact of medicinal plant use on ecosystems.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course: By the completion of the course, students will be able to:

    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 330 - Infection and Disease


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 230  or equivalent

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course explores the nature of infective diseases and disease processes that affect humans. The course is primarily based on case studies of infectious diseases that demonstrate not only the basic principles of microbiology but the nature and etiology of infection. The course will also cover microbial adaptation and change in light of recent discoveries and discussion in microbiology on ways to control infectious diseases by influencing the adaptations of microbes to their environment.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 130  and BIOL 135  (C or better in both)

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course covers the topics of Mendelian genetics, cytogenetics, DNA replication, molecular genetics, population genetics. Laboratory will include an inquiry- based study of genetics including model organism population experiments.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 130  or BIOL 220  or BIOL 230  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    A consideration of environmental issues as they relate to human health. Topics include human population growth, natural resources, current environmental problems, and sustainable living.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course: By the completion of the course, students will be able to:

    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.

Baking

  
  • BKNG 100 - Artisanal Breads


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Laboratory Hours: 5

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course provides students with an in-depth understanding of the roles and function of bread ingredients, production of artisanal bread products, and an understanding of a variety of breads produced for sale. Students will adapt common bread formulas to meet changing trends, and also produce traditional breads from around the world.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): CULN 100  and CULN 115 , or permission of the instructor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): CULN 125  or BKNG 115  

    This course is designed to give students an understanding of the terminology and procedures involved in the successful operation of the bakeshop. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of developing the skills of proper production as well as ingredient identification, recipe conversions, accurate measurements, and the chemical changes associated with successful baked products.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 4

    Prerequisite(s): CULN 100  and CULN 115 , or permission of the instructor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): CULN 120  or BKNG 110  

    Students will put techniques and skills discussed in BKNG 110  to practical use. Lab assignments will be at the discretion of the instructor, and may include preparation work for various college activities. Students will learn and demonstrate basic baking techniques to produce quality baked goods. Students will gain an understanding of the principles of baking. Students will learn to identify various products used in the commercial bakery including herbs, spices, dairy products and other ingredient identification.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): CULN 120   and CULN 125  or BKNG 110  and BKNG 115  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): BKNG 125  

    This course will provide basic principles and facts related to special dietary concerns prevalent among today’s consumers. Strategies for adaptive baking will be discussed and practiced; and healthful ingredients will be introduced. Recipes will be developed and analyzed on the computer for nutritional content. Marketing strategies for specialty baked goods will be developed.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 4

    Prerequisite(s): CULN 120   and CULN 125  or BKNG 110  and BKNG 115  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): BKNG 120  

    This course will provide the student an opportunity to practice strategies for adaptive baking in a laboratory setting. Recipes will be produced and analyzed for special dietary concerns focusing on Gluten Free, Vegan, Dairy Free and Sugar Substitutions; products will be evaluated using bakery quality standards. Recipes will be analyzed on the computer for nutritional content.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 4

    Prerequisite(s): CULN 120   and CULN 125  or BKNG 110  and BKNG 115  or permission of the instructor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course provides students with an exploratory understanding of the retail component of baked goods, including merchandising, direct sales, and food-costing. Students will produce classical tortes and cakes, compute pricing strategy, and market/sell their product on campus. Students will also explore variations of proven formulas with an emphasis on creative manipulation of fillings, cake layers, and frostings.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 4

    Prerequisite(s): CULN 120  and CULN 125  or BKNG 110  and BKNG 115  or permission of the instructor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    The course is designed to expose the student to the preparation of classical pastries and confections for retail sale. Students will prepare classical puff pastry, Danish pastry, and croissants. Students will also construct centerpieces and other decorative elements both edible and not intended for consumption using chocolate, pastillage, sugarpaste (flowers), and royal icing. Students will also prepare finished candies and a wedding cake. Students will explore such techniques as run-out, extension work and lattice building, chocolate painting and frosting embroidery. Students will collaborate on a composed dessert product for use in a large-scale event.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 6
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Laboratory Hours: 15

    Prerequisite(s): CULN 120   and CULN 125  or BKNG 110  and BKNG 115  and BKNG 200  or BKNG 120  and BKNG 125  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course will give students real-world, hands-on commercial and production baking experience. Students will provide finished and partially-finished dessert items to various campus outlet locations on a weekly basis, fulfilling orders including delivery and completing a purchase order loop. A 40 hour internship at a campus location will also be included.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BKNG 280 , CULN 280 , REST 280 , HTEL 280 or permission of the instructor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    Students will learn about historical perspectives on Baking and Pastry work, through a global lens. Emphasis will be placed on ingredient sources, history, classic flavor profiles, and mythology. There will be added emphasis on the French and Austrian Classical methods/preparations and prominent pastry chefs such as Gouffe, Careme, and others. Students will also explore contemporary work done by acclaimed pastry chefs and bakers such as Herme, Mesnier, Silverton, and others. A research project is a required component of the course.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BKNG 280 , CULN 280 , REST 280 , HTEL 280 or permission of the instructor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    The course will instruct the student on the wines, cordials, liquors, liqueurs, infusions, and syrups used in a progressive bakeshop. Students will explore historical facts, myths, and origins of traditional spirits and cordials, as well as innovative flavors and uses. Emphasis of the course is split between historical data and tasting/usage/costing/controls of the product. A research project is a required component of the course.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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.

     


Business

  
  • BUSI 100 - Introduction to Business


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course provides students with an introduction to current business in America. Attention is devoted to various business areas including production, marketing, finance, and human resource management. The course also explores selected businesses and their practices in order to illustrate the concepts, structures, and theories being studied.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course: Introduce American Business practices to students so that they:

    1. Understand and identify organizational structures, functions of management, and authority
    2. Understand and identify financial concepts and investments from a corporate level
    3. Understand and identify financial concepts and investments from a personal level
    4. Understand and identify the responsibilities and elements of human resource management in business and motivational theories
    5. Understand and identify economic systems and competitive structures in which businesses operate
    6. Understand and identify the customer centered focus of the marketing mix (4Ps) and demonstrate marketing concepts in use
    7. Provide an opportunity to evaluate a real world business enterprise and/or business person and produce college level writing on a business subject
  
  • BUSI 105 - Orientation to Business


    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): Business majors only

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course is designed to facilitate the student’s orientation to the Business & Information Technology department and SUNY Delhi.  There is an overview of the curriculum and programs in the department, advising resources, as well as general information about succeeding in college. In addition, there will be an exploration of career opportunities, the value of community service in today’s business environment, and other topics as needed.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course is designed to develop fundamental problem solving skills related to finance and business, and to develop the computational skills required for solutions to mathematical problems arising in business. Emphasis is placed on current finance and business terminology and applications. Subject matter includes retailing, simple and compound interest, investments in stocks and bonds, annuities, and time value of money.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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. Learn proper usage of tables for the calculation of exact days, present and future value
  
  • BUSI 120 - Business Communications


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This is a course offering based on the importance of effective communications, oral and written, in the dynamic environment of today’s business. The subject matter encompasses the study and practical experience in writing effective business communications and presentations. Both phases are developed through planning of each communication to reinforce the art of persuasion, articulate expression, style, and use of psychological insight.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the functions, principles, and skills of effective business communications.
    2. Students will be able to identify the terminology used in the business field.
    3. Students will be able to produce common types of business letters and oral presentations.
    4. Students will be able to evaluate oral presentations of their peers according to established criteria.
    5. Students will be able to recall the communication process, writing process, functions and principles of effective business communications.
    6. Students will be able to identify the terminology used in the business field.
    7. Students will produce coherent business messages appropriate for the situation:  email, letter, report or blog.
    8. Students will be able to present to the class: an Informative oral presentation, and a Persuasive oral presentation. 
    9. Students will be able to effectively complete the Peer Review Form for one speech.
  
  • BUSI 200 - Management I


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course introduces students to the functions of management and the manner in which they are applied by the American business enterprise in comparison to international methods where applicable. Topics include principles of business organization, scientific management, decision making, business forecasting, and economic analysis. Effective methods required for successful business administration and management control are also covered.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Apply management theory and procedures to organize people and systems in the corporate entity form of business
    2. Discuss the evolution of management theory and practice and categorize business environments
    3. Compare, contrast, and apply concepts and practices in decision making
    4. Discuss and apply concepts and practices of organization to achieve desired performance
    5. Discuss and apply theory and practice of leadership and human resource management, including leadership, motivation, staffing, team building, and communications
    6. Analyze business processes for management for results, including the control function, managing stress, conflict, and change
    7. Develop reference structure to understand emerging concepts in management, globalization, and international management, social responsibility, and ethics in management, spirit of independence, quality emphasis
    8. Discuss importance of long-term investment in human capital human resource emphasis, role of education, training, and career views
  
  • BUSI 205 - Small Business Management


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    A balanced presentation of all aspects of the management and operation of a small business is presented. Emphasis is on direct application of the knowledge gained. Much of the material presented parallels the Small Business Administration management development program.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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.
    5. Describe the purpose and use of a business plan and the ability to develop one.
    6. Develop a marketing strategy and marketing mix consistent with a small business.
    7. Demonstrate knowledge and procedures for starting a small business.
    8. Demonstrate an understanding of financial management of a small business.
    9. Define risk management and identify ways small businesses cope with risk.
    10. Identify and apply leadership styles used in small business management.
  
  • BUSI 210 - Business Law I


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course offers an introduction to law and the legal system in the United States, with emphasis on the courts, state and federal, and their procedures; the law of Contracts and the law of Agency. Applicable sections of the Uniform Commercial Code are studied and analyzed. Case studies are used extensively.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. The student will be able to describe the United States legal system, including state and federal courts and their procedures
    2. The student will be able to distinguish between criminal and civil law
    3. The student will be able to demonstrate an understanding of contracts with respect to the requisites, enforceability, forms, obligations, and discharge or release
    4. The student will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principle-agent relationship, especially relating to employment
    5. The student will be able to describe basic methods of consumer, borrower, and creditor protection
  
  • BUSI 215 - Business Law II


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BUSI 210 

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course is a continuation of the study of law as it applies to business. Business Law II covers property-real and personal; sales, commercial paper; partnerships and corporations. In addition, insurance and new legislation in the field of business are included. Applicable sections of the Uniform Commercial Code are studied and analyzed. Case studies are used extensively. Guest lecturers from business and law may also participate.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. To be able to demonstrate an understanding of legal process relating to property and contract law, negotiable instruments and business organizational models.
    2. To be able to synthesize the vocabulary and content of the course to support their opinion on various business law topics
  
  • BUSI 220 - Principles of Finance


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 115  or permission of the instructor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course introduces students to the organization and operation of American banking and financial institutions, sources of funds, the practical aspects of money, and short- and long-term credit for consumers and small businesses. Emphasis is given to personal finance topics including budgeting, time value of money and risk, short and long term financial goals, taxation, insurance, consumer credit and dealing with indebtedness. Discussion of related happenings, issues, trends, etc. is entered into as they occur.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Students can discuss the reading material and describe a basic understanding of the US financial system.
    2. Able to define and compare/contrast investment (types), financial markets, US money, US banking system and personal finance
    3. Students can analyze how the finance function is interrelated with other personal/organizational areas
    4. Students will be able evaluate financial needs, analyze problems and solutions
    5. Students will be able to apply influencing variables that impact the finance function including various economic conditions and regulations
    6. Students will be able to analyze current banking and finance trends.
    7. Students will be able to evaluate current issues in international finance that impact the US banking system
    8. Students will be able to evaluate current career options and ethical concerns in today’s finance arena
  
  • BUSI 237 - Human Resource Management


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    Human Resource Management is the application of an inclusive group of related employee functions and processes within an organizational environment for the purpose of developing and maintaining a qualified workforce in ways that contribute to that organization’s effectiveness. This course is designed to provide students with an objective perspective of the evolution of Human Resource Management, from its origin through today’s application in business and organizational environments. The focus is to examine how Human Resource Management has become the most important factor in an organization’s success or failure.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course: Students will demonstrate an understanding of what the nature and purpose of Human Resource Management Students will produce an employee handbook with sections on the following:

    1. Company Mission/Goals/Org Values Company’s structure
    2. Planning and Job Analysis Recruitment and Appointment Training and Development (Sample Orientation Program)
    3. Students will produce an employee handbook with sections on the following: Legal and Ethical Issues in HRM. Employee Rights Employee Evaluation and Promotion, pay raises, and rewards Benefits Overview
  
  • BUSI 245 - Principles of Marketing


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course focuses on marketing and methods with emphasis on the planning, pricing, promoting, and distributing of products and services to consumers. Topics include marketing functions and institutions, marketing methods, and policies.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Understand marketing’s value, function, strategy, targeting, environment and mix
    2. Determine pricing policies and objectives, use BE analysis and how to make judgments on cost versus price
    3. Understand and compare positioning, buying behavior of consumers and business and make use of research information
    4. Distinguish goods and services, chart product life cycle, and evaluate distribution channels and different types of retailing and wholesaling
    5. Understand and explain Integrated Marketing Communications and the promotion mix
  
  • BUSI 250 - Salesmanship


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BUSI 245  or permission of the instructor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    Professional selling techniques are presented and analyzed. Emphasis is placed on developing the ability to sell either products or services to include personal selling basics, customer analysis, the selling process, and sales management. Student demonstrations provide practice in realistic sales presentations.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Students will demonstrate the importance of the Marketing concept and mix is sales
    2. Students will incorporate the role of: Personal Selling Values, Systems, and Practices Scientific Selling
    3. The Psychology of Sales and Sales Planning Sales Management, Team Leadership, Planning, Organizing, and Control
  
  • BUSI 255 - Advertising


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BUSI 245  or HOSP 215  or permission of the instructor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    Advertising as a tool in the marketing of products and services is studied. The course provides the fundamentals of advertising and an examination of the decision sequence framework that a marketing manager would follow in the development of an effective advertising campaign.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BUSI 245  or HOSP 215  or permission of the instructor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    The study and analysis of retailing are the major content areas of this course. The analysis includes types of institutions, store location, layout, organization, buying and merchandising techniques, retail advertising and promotion, operation and control methods, and a survey of retailing opportunities.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Develop an understanding of the functions, principles, concepts, and skills of effective retailing.
    2. Know and apply the terminology used in retailing.
    3. Develop and enhance realistic decision making in retailing situations
    4. Demonstrate the practical and ethical skills and abilities needed/demanded by today’s retailing organizations.
    5. Demonstrate an understanding of how consumer behavior has a part in the management of retail establishments.
    6. Understand the basis for entry level jobs in retailing.
    7. Present the wide variety of careers that are available in retailing
  
  • BUSI 263 - Entrepreneurship


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 115  or ACCT 150  and BUSI 245  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course examines the identification and development aspects of starting and operating a small business. The course emphasizes the planning process, marketing strategies, capital investment and financial controls, management tools, and legal requirements of the small business. It also covers the criteria and development of a formal business plan. Other topics and concerns necessary for successful operational growth are also included.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BUSI 245  or HOSP 215 

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course provides students with an in-depth understanding of the roles and function of consumers in the market place. The course sets out to give a detailed view of the field of consumer behavior and to discuss key concepts and issues. Students are introduced to the consumer decision process, with emphasis on consumer decision making, satisfaction/dissatisfaction factors, perception, learning, group influences, and marketing strategy implications.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BUSI 200  or HOSP 105  or permission of the instructor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    The purpose of this course is to enable students to reason about the role of ethics in business administration utilizing fundamental theories of ethics. Students will be encouraged to think deeply about the nature of business, the responsibilities of management, and how business and ethics can co- exist. Cases without easy answers that raise a range of problems facing managers will be used. Discussion will focus on developing a framework for analyzing the issues in moral terms, making a decision, and then developing a set of reasons for why the decision was justified. The course is designed to encourage student not only to foster integrity and responsible decision-making, but also to push students to take leadership roles in dealing with complex and difficult choices they will face in their careers. Students will address a range of themes in the class, including basic concepts in ethics, responsibilities to stakeholders, corporate culture, causes of ethical breakdowns in organizations, managerial integrity, and personal values.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Understand how personal goals, values and character mature, and how you can affect that development.
    2. Develop ones ability to make ethical judgements ad to act ethically both within and outside the firm.
    3. Understand the strengths and weaknesses of the free market system.
    4. Comprehend the environmental, social, political and ethical issues that face us and recognize the responsibilities of citizen, manager and business organizations Perceive how ones character and integrity affect self, organization, family and society.
  
  • BUSI 290 - Independent Study


    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): Junior Status and approval by the Department Chair of Business and/or Dean of Business and Hospitality for upper level credit, second year student and approval by the Department Chair of Business and/or Dean of Business and Hospitality for lower credit

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course is designed to provide an opportunity for students to participate in special hands-on and/or managerial projects. The program may include research in the students major field. Course projects and responsibilities will vary with each student and will be developed with an advisor or faculty member. Project and enrollment are by approval of the Department Chair of Business and/or the Dean of Business and Hospitality. Offered on demand

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:  

    Course objectives and outcomes will be on an individual basis depending on the specific project and the agreement between the student and the faculty member. Specific objectives and outcomes will listed on the independent study contract.

  
  • BUSI 310 - Strategic Management


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 115 , ECON 100  or ECON 110 

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course is developed around the managerial functions of planning, organizing, directing, and controlling. Communications, motivation, leadership, and decision making are included. The course also investigates the nature, purpose, and function of management in organizations.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Demonstrate knowledge of the strategic planning process, including the strategic initiatives, required leadership skills, the concepts and techniques used to craft and execute strategy.
    2. Explain the elements of the internal and external forces that enable (and/or constrain) strategic action.
    3. Demonstrate an understanding of the strategies employed at the corporate, business-unit, and functional level.
    4. Interpret and apply the concept of use of analytical and quantitative tools required for effective strategic analysis
    5. Demonstrate and articulate proficiency in communicating strategic principles and analysis
  
  • BUSI 320 - Professional Communications


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 100  or ENGL 200  and CITA 110  or CITA 130  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    Professional Communications is designed to make students aware of the current writing expectations of employers in technical and industrial situations and to provide students with assignments and instructions to help them meet those expectations.  The primary emphasis is on professionalism, understanding how your work reflects your potential for advancement, and achieving precision and conciseness in your writing.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BUSI 237  or HOSP 210 

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course is designed to provide students with a detailed perspective of the application and integration of human resources in business and organizational environments related to the development and design of total rewards packages ensuring internal alignment is consistent with external environments. The focus of the course topics include the impact of rewards on attraction, retention, and performance management. It includes the strategic framework for compensation; the components of a compensation strategy; job evaluation and its use to develop internally equitable compensations systems and the need for training programs; evaluation of the labor market and individuals, and the use of salary surveys to ensure externally equitable and fiscally responsible compensation systems; design of direct and indirect pay plans; compensation systems; effective communication to current employees and succession planning. This class will include U.S. laws that relate to compensation and benefit systems.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Students will demonstrate an understanding what a total rewards system entails for a business.
    2. Students will identify the elements of compensation versus non-compensation rewards
    3. Students will be able to fully utilize the O*Net system to help review current company job evaluations and salary levels based on geographic locations.
    4. Students will create salary surveys using O*Net and external systems to ensure they are paying employees equitably.
  
  • BUSI 343 - Individual Behavior in Organizations


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course examines the concepts and constructs which form informal and formal theory related to the behavior of individuals and groups within organizations and organizational processes. Emphasis is on basic human processes, motivational theories, stress, group dynamics, power and leadership, organizational structure and change.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of organizational behavior through course discussions and case study analysis.
    2. Explain the function of motivation and reward systems to the effective management of employees within organizations through developing appraisal and performance reward-reprimand systems.
    3. Interpret and apply theoretical and conceptual models of traditional and contemporary forms of leadership to employee morale and empowerment
    4. Compare and contrast individual and interpersonal behaviors as they relate to overall organizational effectiveness and group dynamics
    5. Formulate best practices for effectively navigating and facilitating change amongst individuals within organizations
    6. Synthesize traditional ideas and approaches to formulate future courses of action pertaining to individual behavior in organizations
  
  • BUSI 344 - Organizational Theory


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 115  and ECON 100  or ECON 110 

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course is designed to provide a conceptual and empirical understanding of the functions, processes, and structures of groups and organizations. Major emphasis is placed on topics of group dynamics and organizational theory. The course is designed to provide a thorough understanding of the current theoretical trends in the field. Through the completion of a major research project the student will gain insight into the current focus of studies in the field.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Describe the importance of strategic purpose and operating goals while identifying the role of organizational structure in achieving organizational strategies and goals.
    2. Explain the role of the external and internal environment on organizational structures, strategies, and technologies.
    3. Describe structural design options for international operations while recognizing designing approaches to coordination and control of global coordination.
    4. Discuss types, forms, and ways of managing organizational changes.
    5. Describe the role of Information Technology in decision making and information management in organizations.
    6. Analyze organizational problems such as conflicts, politics, and power abuses within organizations.
    7. Discuss the approaches of bureaucracy and size and structural control within organizations.
    8. Describe the sources of ethical values and principles. Explain how managers shape organizational culture, ethical values, and Social responsibility.
  
  • BUSI 345 - Risk Management and Insurance


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BUSI 100  or BUSI 200 

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course describes the concepts available to corporations, non-profit organizations, and other organizations in their efforts to manage pure risks. The course addresses the costs of pure risks and employee benefits (e.g., pensions, health insurance, etc.) and how these costs affect the daily management of a firm as well as long-run profitability and survival. The course examines the techniques used by management in dealing with the issues including risk assumptions, prevention, diversification, and transfer via insurance and non-insurance market mechanisms.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Explain the concept of pure risks that affect the management processes and decision-making.
    2. Classify and compare basic techniques used to address pure risks.
    3. Identify and describe relevant current research trends in the field of risk management and insurance
    4. Understand the basic operations and characteristics of the insurance industry
    5. Demonstrate the ability to use the analytical and quantitative tools required for evaluation of concepts in the field of risk management.
  
  • BUSI 347 - Advanced Supervision


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BUSI 200  or HOSP 105  and BUSI 237  or HOSP 210  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    A course designed to cover supervisory principles and practices and the relationship between first line supervisors, related human resource skills, and management goals. Examines effective supervisory techniques and basic principles of human behavior. Includes motivation. Morale, communication, leadership and discipline.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Students should be able to objectively comment on constructive, destructive and benign behaviors, describe these behaviors, and discuss supervisory response.
    2. Students should be able to organize a team to achieve organizational objectives preparing a comprehensive job analysis, job descriptions, and demonstrating specific uses of these tools.
    3. Students should be able to formally evaluate employees, analyze employee grievances, investigate facts and demonstrate various effective procedures in taking disciplinary actions.
    4. Students should demonstrate specific supervisory planning techniques in the areas of communication, remuneration, and labor cost control.
    5. Students should demonstrate an understanding of the legal responsibilities of management.
    6. Students will be able to apply the concepts of supervision to a project case. They will design a training program, a recognition and rewards program, and a system of discipline.
  
  • BUSI 355 - Social Media


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BUSI 245  or HOSP 215  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    A survey of usage of social media tools and technology for marketing purposes. Studies the relevance and importance of these tools to new and emerging marketing processes.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Explain the digital consumers and the social media marketing segments.
    2. Articulate how social media effects marketing research.
    3. Create and maintain podcasts on approved topic.
    4. Articulate information about up and coming social media technologies.
    5. Identify the business needs of an organization.
    6. Explain which social media platforms meet which business needs.
    7. Produce compelling content in the form of blogs/articles, comments, and competitions to increase brands presence and engaging the fan/follower base.
    8. Quantify and analyze success of a social media campaigns.
    9. Utilize analytics to determine effective customer relationship management strategies.
    10. Able to write a project plan for a social media campaign.
    11. Utilize a variety of social media platforms.
    12. Discuss the psychology of online participation.
    13. Define the digital consumer.
    14. Correlate how these changes can be leveraged when developing social media marketing strategies.
  
  • BUSI 357 - Labor Relations Management


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BUSI 200  or HOSP 105  or permission of the instructor and junior status

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    Material in this course is presented from an unbiased perspective so that students will develop a neutral understanding of the history of collective bargaining, when there is a need for representation, the legislation supporting the process, and the philosophical positions of unions and employers. The student should, upon completion, be able to view employer - union relationship from a scholarly perspective regardless of their personal experience and/or beliefs.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Generalize the labor relations process.
    2. Describe the union-management relationship and the role of the union in labor relations.
    3. Categorize the rights and responsibilities of union and management in the labor relations process.
    4. Discuss the historical development of organized and unorganized labor
    5. Correlate the development of labor law and the nature of contemporary labor-related regulatory agencies.
    6. Investigate the contemporary social environment for bargaining.
    7. Elaborate on the factors affecting labor relations organizing campaigns.
    8. Compare and contrast the wages, benefits and non-wage issues in bargaining.
    9. Infer the nature of negotiations and factors affecting them.
    10. Examine the nature of negotiation impasses and their resolution.
    11. Identify strategies for labor-union-management-government cooperation.
    12. Describe the application of the labor relations process to different labor relations systems.
    13. Explain the differences between public and private sector labor relations.
    14. Analyze labor relations problems in various global scenarios and develop plans for resolving issues.
  
  • BUSI 360 - International Business Management


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 115  and ECON 100  or ECON 110  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course provides students with a general overview of business management concepts on the international level. The global business environment, monetary system, and corporate management issues are explored.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Explain environment in which international businesses operate
    2. Identify trends towards globalization and international linkage
    3. Analyze the political, legal, and technological environment
    4. Discuss the importance of ethics and social responsibility in managing international business
    5. Define culture
    6. Compare and contrast cultural differences across nations
    7. Examine the challenges of managing across cultures
    8. Identify organizational culture, value of diversity, and principles of building multicultural team
    9. Analyze various communication styles, challenges of language, value and cultural differences
    10. Develop effective skills to communicate, negotiate, and bargain across cultures
    11. Formulate strategies for international business planning
    12. Analyze ones situations Identify strengths and weaknesses
    13. Review the functions of marketing, production, and finance
    14. Develop entry strategies and organizational structures
    15. Discuss political risk and its management
    16. Describe decision-making process and controls
    17. Define motivation
    18. Examine the hierarchy-of-needs
    19. Apply motivation theories to achieve employee satisfaction in international human resource management
    20. Compare and contrast different leadership styles of U.S., European, Japanese, Chinese, and other regions
    21. Discuss various sources for recruiting international managers, selection processes and training.
  
  • BUSI 367 - Human Resource Law


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BUSI 210  or HOSP 350  or CNST 270  or GOVT 170  or GOVT 200  or permission of the instructor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course offers an introduction to the laws and regulations employers are bound to in the course of their relationship with their employees. The course will focus on the evolution of the employment relationship, the employment discrimination and the obligations employers owe to their employees. Case studies are used extensively.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Demonstrate a basic understanding of the legal structure surrounding employment law.
    2. Analyze employment situations and research the applicable laws governing those situations
    3. Students should be able to explain relevant laws to employees/management and apply them to specific situations
    4. Demonstrate the understanding of human resource legal concepts in order to work with management to identify liability and mitigate risk
  
  • BUSI 370 - Financial Management


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 115  and ECON 100  or ECON 110 

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course is designed to give students in bachelors degree programs the necessary financial management background for entry-level management positions. (This assumes that the students have not completed a normal business administration sequence of course work.) The purpose of the course is to analyze the financial planning process and the financial operating methods available to firms. It provides students with procedures to analyze financial decisions and to assess options available to a firm in an ever changing business environment.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Students will prepare capital budgets, evaluate stocks and bonds as methods of financing, and compare short term sources of financing.
    2. Students will evaluate short term financing such as accounts receivable, trade discounts, etc.
    3. Students will assess and evaluate the financial status of the firm using ratios.
    4. Ratio analysis is also one section of the required research project.
    5. Students will be required to complete and use the information on financial statements, and prepare different types of budgets.
    6. Students will identify ethical issues of their individual company in the research project.
    7. Students identify the current economic and financial trends that affect the financial position of the firm in the research project.
    8. Students will identify the impact of international finance on the firm.
  
  • BUSI 380 - Consumer Behavior


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BUSI 245  or HOSP 215  

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course provides students with an in-depth understanding of the roles and function of consumers in the market place. The course sets out to give a detailed view of the field of consumer behavior and to discuss key concepts and issues. Students are introduced to the consumer decision process, with emphasis on consumer decision making, satisfaction/dissatisfaction factors, perception, learning, group influences, and marketing strategy implications.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    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 385 - Business Ethics


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BUSI 200  or HOSP 105  or permission of the instructor

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    The purpose of this course is to enable students to reason about the role of ethics in business administration utilizing fundamental theories of ethics. Students will be encouraged to think deeply about the nature of business, the responsibilities of management, and how business and ethics can co- exist. Cases without easy answers that raise a range of problems facing managers will be used. Discussion will focus on developing a framework for analyzing the issues in moral terms, making a decision, and then developing a set of reasons for why the decision was justified. The course is designed to encourage student not only to foster integrity and responsible decision-making, but also to push students to take leadership roles in dealing with complex and difficult choices they will face in their careers. Students will address a range of themes in the class, including basic concepts in ethics, responsibilities to stakeholders, corporate culture, causes of ethical breakdowns in organizations, managerial integrity, and personal values.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Understand how personal goals, values and character mature, and how you can affect that development
    2. Develop ones ability to make ethical judgements ad to act ethically both within and outside the firm.
    3. Understand the strengths and weaknesses of the free market system
    4. Comprehend the environmental, social, political and ethical issues that face us and recognize the responsibilities of citizen, manager and business organizations
    5. Perceive how ones character and integrity affect self, organization, family and society
  
  • BUSI 390 - Independent Study


    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): Junior Status and approval by the Department Chair of Business and/or Dean of Business and Hospitality for upper level credit, second year student and approval by the Department Chair of Business and/or Dean of Business and Hospitality for lower credit

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course is designed to provide an opportunity for students to participate in special hands-on and/or managerial projects. The program may include research in the students major field. Course projects and responsibilities will vary with each student and will be developed with an advisor or faculty member. Project and enrollment are by approval of the Department Chair of Business and/or the Dean of Business and Hospitality. Offered on demand

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:  

    Course objectives and outcomes will be on an individual basis depending on the specific project and the agreement between the student and the faculty member. Specific objectives and outcomes will listed on the independent study contract.

  
  • BUSI 400 - HRM Internship Development Course


    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): CITA 110 , BUSI 337 , BUSI 347 , BUSI 357 , BUSI 367 . HRM Internship Development course should be taken the last semester of Junior year in preparation for summer HRM Internship Practicum

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    The Internship Development course is designed to include tools and exercises to help HRM majors to clarify academic and professional priorities to empower them to explore hands on internships. The course is designed to support students before their internship practicum course. Students are expected to complete the Internship Development course prior to the start of the internship. Business faculty will work with students to identify goals for internships, desired learning outcomes, and to approve the internship practicum. Students will consider their interest in the field of Human Resources and work with the course instructor /internship advisor to obtain an approved internship in Human Resources or Business Management.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Develop an understanding of the process of preparation and presentation of a job internship.
    2. Gain experience in resume and cover letter writing.
    3. Student will create a working resume that is written and designed by the student.
    4. Student will create a working professional cover letter that can be individualized for each internship application
    5. Students will develop a set of goals for their internship
    6. Student will demonstrate an understanding of work (internship) etiquette.
    7. Students will prepare for an internship through an assessment of strengths and weaknesses.
    8. Students will identify their internship and professional goals while exploring networking opportunities.
    9. Student will demonstrate an understanding of organizational and corporate culture through clear oral and written components.
    10. Student will demonstrate an understanding of professional etiquette and ethics with use of office technology.
    11. Learn how to present themselves and their work in a professional environment.
    12. Cultivate a relationship with a firm in order to secure an internship for credit.
    13. Gain permission and support of a university faculty member who will act as mentor during the internship process.
    14. Student will demonstrate an understanding of the requirements of the evaluation and reflection component of the internship experience.
  
  • BUSI 405 - Project Management


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BUSI 200  or AECT 400  and Junior status

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    A comprehensive approach to project management tools and applications, this course emphasizes concepts, techniques, methods, principles, problems, and issues associated with project management. The course will examine the needs for more sophisticated and better project management. The course will focus on the changes in the computing environment including computer hardware, software, and networks, as well as the use of interdisciplinary and global work teams. Students who complete this course will be able to plan, schedule, budget, estimate, control, and monitor projects. In addition, they will also become familiar with resource allocation, research loading, CPM, CMM, GANTT, and PERT. The use of project management software will be a major part of the course. Cross-listed with CITA 405 .

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Understand the basis for project management.
    2. Understand the importance of a successful project to businesses.
    3. Associate correct terms with tasks when discussing a project.
    4. Explain the meaning of project management related terms.
    5. Able to use project management related software to complete a project plan.
    6. To analysis user context, tasks, and characteristics.
    7. To create specifications for user context, tasks, and characteristics.
    8. To explain the context, constraints, and responsibilities for user interface design.
    9. Able to synthesize information learned in course to a business related project plan.
  
  • BUSI 410 - Human Resource Management Internship Practicum


    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 40

    Prerequisite(s): BUSI 400 

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    The internship/ practicum experience provides an opportunity for the student to observe the Human Resource professional in operation. The internship/practicum component of the Human Resource Management Capstone course requires students to complete 320 hours at an organization or agency that relates to Human Resources or Business Management. Academic assignments include keeping a journal, submitting an approved resume, and completing a research paper. The research paper requires students to review scholarly research on a topic that relates to their internship, and discuss the relationship between the scholarly research and their internship experience. Future assignments within the Capstone course will require students to apply both the academic knowledge to the real world settings.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Understand the organizational structure and function of the Human Resource professional. The course will include a 320 hour Internship/ Practicum experience that will be completed prior to completing the HRM Capstone course
    2. Appreciate the relationship between academic and experiential knowledge
    3. Apply critical analysis skills to the real world setting
    4. Describe experiences and personal growth during the practicum experience
    5. Understand the roles of the Human Resource professional as they relate to administration and strategy of the company
    6. Identify the skills necessary to become a professional in the field Human Resources
    7. The student will keep a journal regarding their experiences. The final component of the internship will require conducting research and writing a paper that combines their experience in the internship with the study regarding the field of Human Resources.
  
  • BUSI 450 - Human Resource Management Capstone: Human Capital Management Course


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): BUSI 337 , BUSI 400 , BUSI 410  Senior status. Course should be taken in a student’s last semester in the program

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    The HRM Capstone course provides a learning experience which provides an opportunity to integrate learning by; applying knowledge and skills to a number of different cases and scenarios. The purpose of this course is to enhance students understanding of human capital in organizations in order to assist in the development as an effective organizational leader or Human Resource Professional. The Capstone course emphasizes the strategic importance of HRM in organizational effectiveness and the internal assessment of HRM systems for alignment with organizational goals. The course includes an industry based practicum learning based on a partnership with business, applied projects, and assignments. This course further focuses on the essential practices of human capital management and how those practices impact organizational performance. As human capital becomes increasingly important to business success, future organization leaders must be adept at competing for talent and building and deploying talent resources. Students will examine how to think strategically about their company’s human assets and how to implement programs. The course will challenge them to develop practical solutions to real-world problems and to position themselves as human resource professionals. This course will involve readings, lectures, case studies, analysis, group discussions, individual presentations, experiential exercises, and a final project. A final project will be created linking prior course learning to the analysis, diagnosis, and recommendations for an HRM strategy and its fit with organizational initiatives. The capstone project allows the student to integrate their academic learning with realworld experience by developing a comprehensive analysis of a human resource business case. Students will outline the issue, identify the possible risks, evaluate potential solutions, recommend a course of action, and outline next steps for implementing the solution.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Student will be able to identify and develop Human Resource interventions that support and add value to business strategies that include: role of HR in the organization, strategic management, downsizing/right sizing, mergers and acquisitions, outsourcing, sustainability/corporate responsibility, and measurement of HR outcomes.
    2. Student will demonstrate the ability to diagnose strategic organizational situations, identify where human capital can significantly enhance organizational success, and understand the tools and techniques that can be used to address them.
    3. Students will demonstrate an understanding of how to identify the gaps in current human capital systems and develop recommendations for changing the human capital processes to optimize results and engagement of people.
    4. Students will demonstrate an understanding of how HRM can enable an organization to achieve a sustained competitive advantage and understand the challenges inherent in achieving a competitive advantage.
    5. Students will provide an in-depth view of the nature and purpose of Human Resource Management as required by organizations today.
    6. Student will secure a summer internship that has been approved by academic faculty.

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  • CARP 101 - Construction Safety


    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course provides knowledge of safe practices for construction workers, including the use of hand tools, power tools, ladders, and scaffolding, as well as the personal awareness necessary to minimize the chance of accidents. Materials used in residential construction are discussed in terms of use, size, and packaging.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Students will be able to identify safety hazards on a jobsite and discuss ways to abate those hazards.
  
  • CARP 120 - Construction Plans and Specs


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Laboratory Hours: 3

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course introduces students to the technical drawings and related documents used in the building construction industry. The focus is on the typical set of prints used for residential home construction. Students will interpret plans, identify symbols, and learn terminology. The course includes an introduction to the writing and interpretation of construction specifications which would accompany a set of prints and the building contract.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Students will be able to express the importance of construction plans and specifications.
    2. Students will be able to demonstrate the use of different scales, measurement and construction math.
    3. Students will be able to create freehand pictorial sketches that express construction conditions.
    4. Students will be able to identify and convey information provided within construction documents.
    5. Students will be able to construct a set of working plans and specifications.
  
  • CARP 130 - Light Frame Construction Theory


    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Laboratory Hours: 0

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): None

    This course provides the construction theory related to the layout of a building, footing and foundations, and the rough framing of a residential structure. The different framing members’ purpose, placement, sizing, and fastening methods are studied. Various framing systems are discussed. Applied mathematics is included as required by course content.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Student will develop a comprehensive knowledge of hand tools used in residential construction.
    2. Given a blueprint the students will identify the floor framing members and their location
    3. Given a blueprint the students will identify the wall framing members and their location.
    4. Given a blueprint the students will identify the roof framing members and their location.
  
  • CARP 140 - Light Frame Construction Lab


    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Laboratory Hours: 12

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Restriction(s): None

    Corequisite(s): CARP 130  

    Students apply the principles of building layout, floor framing, and the construction of wall and ceiling systems used in residential construction. Also included is the framing of the various types of roof designs the carpenter should be familiar with. Students practice cutting and fitting structural members in laboratory situations.

    Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
    1. Students should be able to correctly identify by name and select the tool that best satisfies a given task.
    2. Students should be able to identify and accurately layout the framing members necessary to construct a floor system.
    3. Students should be able to identify and accurately layout the framing members necessary to construct a Wall system.
    4. Students should be able to identify and accurately layout the framing members necessary to construct a Roof system.
 

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