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CIS 2003 - Games Development 3 Credits
This course introduces current techniques used in gaming development with the Unity Gaming Engine, utilizing Visual Studio/C# skills from previous courses and introduces the basics of scripting and game functionality. The student will learn how to import models and textures, organize projects and hierarchies, and add terrain, water, and foliage. Students will also learn how to use lighting to bring the game to life by adding rendering, particles and interactivity. Finally students will produce a sample game that includes an environment, animated characters, and some basic interactive gameplay.
Prerequisite: CIS 1033 Programming I, Visual C# and CIS 1043 Programming II, Visual C#
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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CIS 2013 - Information Systems II 3 Credits
This course considers the more complex capabilities of application packages. Word processing topics covered include: styles, outlines, tables and tables of contents, mail merge, comparing and merging documents, and Object Linking and Embedding (OLE). Spreadsheet topics covered include: sorting, filtering, subtotals, Pivot tables and charts within a data list; templates, multiple worksheets/workbooks, macros, application creation, and Object Linking and Embedding (OLE). Database topics include: database and table design and maintenance, advanced queries, custom forms, and custom reports. The course also covers integration of all application programs with the Web and other programs. Lab Fee.
Prerequisite: CIS 1013 - Information Systems I with a grade of “C” or better.
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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CIS 2023 - Visual Basic for Applications 3 Credits
This hands-on course introduces students to computer programming using Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications. Learn how to customize and control MS Office with VBA. Automate repetitive tasks and add loops to recorded macros. Basic Programming topics include sequential, selection, and repetition structures, as well as variables, functions, and error trapping. Students will have the opportunity to apply their learning to personal projects of their choosing. Lab Fee.
Prerequisite: CIS 1013 Information Systems I with a grade of “C” or better or Instructor permission.
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CIS 2083 - JAVA Script Programming 3 Credits
This course is designed for students with previous keyboarding, Windows computer experience, and basic web page structure (HTML). Mastery of basic computer concepts and terminology is also assumed. This course provides a hands-on introduction to programming using the JAVA Script programming language from a procedural point of view. Topics include programming fundamentals, control structures, variables, functions and debugging. Multiple dynamic web page projects will be developed throughout this course. Lab Fee.
Prerequisite: CIS 1903 - Web Design Expressions or CIS 1913 - HTML or CIS 2513 - Website Development or instructor permission.
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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CIS 2113 - Windows Server Fundamentals 3 Credits
Microsoft Exam 98-365. This course prepares the student with the skills and knowledge necessary to use and manage a Windows server operating system at a fundamental level. After completing this course, students will be able to: 1) Understand Server Installation, 2) Understand Server Roles, 3) Understand Active Directory, 4) Understand Storage, 5) Understand Server Performance Management. Lab Fee.
Prerequisite: CIS 1233 .
Corequisite: CIS 2143 .
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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CIS 2143 - PC Hardware Maintenance 2 3 Credits
This course is designed to introduce students to servicing computer systems from the software standpoint. This course includes IRQ, DMA, files, drivers, operating systems, applications, and other software conflicts that occur in computer systems. An in-depth focus on application conflicts and software installation and troubleshooting, utilizing various software packages, is included. Virus scan software is touched upon. Emphasis is toward hands-on software troubleshooting and repair environment. Lab Fee.
Prerequisite: CIS 1243 .
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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CIS 2173 - Programming with Mobile Applications: Android, iOS, and Windows Phone 7 3 Credits
The course will introduce students to the various platforms in use on small and tablet mobile devices. Platforms will include Apple iPhone Google Android OS and Microsoft Windows Phone 7. Students will create applications for each platform using specialized development environments.
Prerequisite: CIS 1033 - Programming I, Visual C# and CIS 1043 - Programming II, Visual C# .
Typically Offered: Fall Semester
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CIS 2183 - Windows Client OS 3 Credits
This course covers the administration and configuring of Windows 10 operating system. In addition, it prepares the students for the Microsoft Exams 70-697 & 70-698. This course prepares students to master the configuration and support for Windows 10 computers, devices, users, and associated network and security resources.
Students are prepared to work with networks configured as domain-based or peer-to-peer environments with access to the Internet and cloud services. In addition, students will have mastered the skills required to be a consultant, full-time desktop support technician, or IT generalist who administers Windows 10-based computers and devices as a portion of their broader technical responsibilities. Additional skills addressed in this course: 1) Install and upgrade to Windows 10; 2) configure hardware and applications; 3) configure network connectivity; 4) configure access to resources; 5) configure remote access and mobility; 6) monitor and maintain Windows clients; 7) Configure backup and recovery options, 8) Configure mobile devices, etc.
Prerequisite: Windows Network & Server Fundamentals with a grade of “C” or better, or instructor permission
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CIS 2513 - Website Development 3 Credits
This course introduces website planning, design, content creation, and maintenance using industry-standard development tools and techniques with special emphasis on XHTML and CSS. This course will also include more advanced functions such as creating image maps, rollover graphics, and multimedia features. Emphasis is placed on hands-on practice to produce interesting and useful projects for practice and reinforcement. Lab Fee.
Prerequisite: CIS 1013 - Information Systems I with a “C” or better or instructor permission. Internet Literacy.
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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CIS 2523 - Web Graphics 3 Credits
This course will explore the principles of design and design development process to create graphics from thumbnail sketches to fully rendered images. Students will learn composition and color theory as it relates to digital imaging. They will be introduced to digital image manipulation for web and game applications, including hardware and software related to image acquisition, scanning, editing, manipulation, and final output for 2D raster graphics and 3D rendered graphics. Lab Fee Lab Fee
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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CIS 2613 - Installing & Configuring Windows Server 2012 3 Credits
Microsoft Exam 70-410. This course is part one of a three-part series that provides the student with the skills and knowledge necessary to implement a core Windows Server 2012 infrastructure in an existing enterprise environment. The three courses collectively cover implementing, managing, maintaining and provisioning services and infrastructure in a Windows Server 2012 environment. While there is some crossover in skills and tasks across the courses, this course primarily covers the initial implementation and configuration of core services including Active Director Domain Services (AD DS), networking services, and Microsoft Hyper-V Server 2012 configuration. After completing this course, students will be able to: 1) install and configure Windows Server 2012; 2) describe AD DS; 3) manage active directory objects; 4) automate active directory administration; 5) implement IPv4; 6) implement Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP); 7) implement Domain Name System (DNS); 8) implement IPv6p; 9) implement local storage; 10) share files and printers; 11) implement Group Policy; 12) use Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to secure Windows servers; 13) implement server virtualization using Hyper-V.
Prerequisite: Configuring Windows 8, Managing and Maintaining Windows 8.
Corequisite: Administering Windows Server 2012, Configuring Advanced Windows Server 2012 Services.
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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CIS 2623 - Administering Windows Server 2012 3 Credits
Microsoft Exam 70-411. This course prepares the student with the skills and knowledge necessary to implement a core Windows Server 2012 Infrastructure in an existing enterprise environment. This course primarily covers the administration tasks necessary to maintain a Windows Server 2012 Infrastructure such as implementing server images, user and group management with active directory domain services (AD DS) and group policy, remote access and network policies, data security, monitoring and update management. After completing this course, students will be able to: 1) deploy and maintain server images; 2) configure and troubleshoot DNS; 3) maintain Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS); 4) manage user and service accounts; 5) implement a group policy infrastructure; 6) manage user desktops with group policy; 7) configure and troubleshoot remote access; 8) install, configure, and troubleshoot Network Policy Server (NPS) role; 9) implement Network Access Protection (NAP); 10) optimize file services; 11) configure encryption and advanced auditing; 12) implement update management; 13) monitor Windows Server 2012.
Corequisite: CIS 2613 - Installing & Configuring Windows Server 2012
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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CIS 2633 - Configuring Advanced Windows Server 2012 Services 3 Credits
Microsoft Exam 70-412. This course provides the student with the skills and knowledge necessary to implement a core Windows Server 2012 infrastructure in a existing enterprise environment. This course primarily covers advanced configuration of services necessary to deploy, manage and maintain a Windows Server 2012 infrastructure, such as advanced networking services, Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), identity management, rights management, federated services, network load balancing, failover clustering, business continuity, and disaster recovery. After completing this course, students will be able to: 1) implement advanced network services; 2) implement advanced file services; 3) implement Dynamic Access Control; 4) implement distributed Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS); 5) implement AD DS sites and replication; 6) implement Active Directory Certification Services (AD CS) ; 7) implement Active Directory Rights Management Services (AD RMS); 8) implement Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS); 9) implement Network Load Balancing (NLB); 10) implement failover clustering; 11) implement failover clustering with Hyper-V; 12) implement disaster recovery.
Prerequisite: CIS 2623 - Administering Windows Server 2012 .
Corequisite: CIS 2613 - Installing & Configuring Windows Server 2012 .
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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CIS 2643 - Designing and Implementing a Server Infrastructure 3 Credits
This course prepares the student with the skills and knowledge necessary to plan, design, and deploy a physical and logical Windows Server 2012 Active Director Domain Services (AD DS) infrastructure.
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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CIS 2653 - Implementing an Advanced Server Infrastructure 3 Credits
Microsoft Exam 70-414. This course prepares the student with the skills and knowledge necessary to plan and implement some of the more advanced features available in Windows Server 2012. After completing this course, the student will be able to: 1) plan and implement server virtualization strategy; 2) plan and implement networks and storage for virtualization; 3) plan and deploy virtual machines; 4) manage a virtual machine deployment; 5) plan and implement a server monitoring strategy; 6) plan and implement high availability for file services and applications; 7) plan and implement a highly available infrastructure using fail-over clustering; 8) plan and implement a server updates infrastructure; 9) plan and implement a business continuity strategy; 10) plan and implement a public key infrastructure (PKI); 11) plan and implement an identity federation infrastructure; 12) plan and implement an information rights management infrastructure.
Prerequisite: CIS 2643 - Designing and Implementing a Server Infrastructure .
Typically Offered: Spring Semester
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CIS 2903 - Web Design Internship 3 Credits
The Internship is an opportunity to enhance and reinforce classroom instruction with on-the-job work experience. Appropriate training stations will be developed, and supervision will be provided by instructors and site personnel. Students are required to complete 135 clock hours of supervised experience during the term.
Prerequisite: Division Chair approval and minimum 2.0 GPA.
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CIS 2943 - Web Design with Database Integration 3 Credits
This class develops the student’s skills for completing an entire database driven application or web site. Emphasis is placed on deploying applications that implement most if not all the skills acquired by the student in previous courses. Students will develop a complex application and deploy both a local and web site version. Students will also be required to develop appropriate documentation for installation and usage of the applications.
Prerequisite: CIS 1033 - Programming I, Visual C# , CIS 1043 - Programming II, Visual C# , CIS 1933 - Web Design (with Visual C#/ASP.net) , Database Design and SQL
Typically Offered: Fall Semester
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CIS 2953 - Networking Internship 3 Credits
The Internship is an opportunity to enhance and reinforce classroom instruction with on-the-job work experience. Appropriate training stations will be developed, and supervision will be provided by instructors and site personnel. Students are required to complete 135 clock hours of supervised experience during the term.
Prerequisite: Division Chair approval and minimum 2.0 GPA
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CIS 2963 - Programming Internship 3 Credits
The Internship is an opportunity to enhance and reinforce classroom instruction with on-the-job work experience. Appropriate training stations will be developed, and supervision will be provided by instructors and site personnel. Students are required to complete 135 clock hours of supervised experience during the term.
Prerequisite: Division Chair approval and minimum 2.0 GPA
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CDV 1100 - Pathways to Success 0 Credits
This non-credit Career Pathways (CP) course is designed to assist Arkansas Career Pathways Initiative participants with the skills needed for success in both college academics and employment after graduation. Participants will complete: 1) a Kuder Career Planning program, 2) a job-ready resume and practice interviewing skills, 3) registration with the Arkansas Job Links, 4) a Career Readiness Certificate which gives students the basic workplace skills required for 21st century jobs.
Prerequisite: Admittance into ACPI program.
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CRJ 1103 - Introduction To Criminal Justice* 3 Credits
Critical analysis of the American criminal justice system and its constituent components of law enforcement, prosecution, judiciary and corrections as they function interdependently within a democratic society and its inherent political and social forces; comprehensive examination of the evolution of criminal law and the eternal search for justice within the diversified demands of a multi-cultural society.
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: CRJU 1023
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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CRJ 1123 - Criminal Procedures And Evidence 3 Credits
Focus on the criminal process, legal problems associated with investigation of crime, acquisition and preservation of evidence, commencement of a criminal proceeding, prosecution and defense of charges, sentencing, and appeal. Principal concern is with development of existing procedures and examination of current efforts for reform.
Pre or Corequisite: CRJ 1103 - Introduction To Criminal Justice*
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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CRJ 2112 - Crime Scene Documentation 2 Credits
Provides students with a thorough understanding of the written reports and other media required to document crime scenes, maintain a chain of custody for the evidence, and satisfy judicial admissibility requirements. This course presents the use of still photography, videography, emerging technologies and written reports used to document crime scenes. Lab fee
Prerequisite: CRJ 2114 Criminalistics
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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CRJ 2114 - Criminalistics 4 Credits
An Introduction to Forensic Science through the identification, collection, analysis, and reporting of forensic evidence and through the development of practical skills in crime scene techniques, concerning types of evidence including fingerprints, impressions, hair, fiber, trace, firearm, tooth mark, biological, accelerants, explosives and drugs. Lab fee
Pre or Corequisite: CRJ 1103 Introduction To Criminal Justice*
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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CRJ 2153 - Criminology 3 Credits
An interdisciplinary course which examines the nature and origins of criminal behavior and societal reactions to that behavior. Included are biological, psychological and sociological theories of criminal behavior; formal responses of societal control agencies, and informal responses of communities, groups, and individuals in society. Also included are current research and trends in crime control policies and programs.
Pre or Corequisite: CRJ 1103 - Introduction To Criminal Justice*
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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CRJ 2223 - Police Community Relations 3 Credits
Historical examination of the evolution of police work from the ancient to the modern, and the accompanying struggle of police agents and agencies to discover the right mix of enforcement and service. Focus is on contemporary movements from traditional, reactive police work to community-oriented, proactive models where citizens and police form partnerships to solve neighborhood social problems that generate disorder, fear and crime.
Pre or Corequisite: CRJ 1103 - Introduction To Criminal Justice*
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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CRJ 2243 - Police Organization And Management 3 Credits
Study or principles and theories of organization, management and administration as applied to law enforcement agencies operating within the political climate of democratic government; includes evolution of theory and practice in management styles, leadership, organizational structure, policy, planning, productivity, technology, public personnel issues and public sector liability.
Pre or Corequisite: CRJ 1103 - Introduction To Criminal Justice*
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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CRJ 2253 - Criminal Law 3 Credits
History and philosophy of modern criminal law, including structure, definition, and application of statutes and leading case law; elements of crimes; penalties and general provisions of the penal code.
Pre or Corequisite: CRJ 1103 - Introduction To Criminal Justice*
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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CRJ 2263 - Juvenile Justice And Delinquency 3 Credits
Historical analysis of problems associated with juvenile delinquency and the evolution of a juvenile justice system apart from the adult criminal justice system; study of landmark court cases which have shaped the system’s response to juvenile problems; dilemmas faced by criminal justice practitioners in deciding whether to apply juvenile or adult criteria in deciding cases involving young offenders.
Pre or Corequisite: CRJ 1103 - Introduction To Criminal Justice*
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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CRJ 2273 - Introduction To Corrections 3 Credits
History and evolution of theories and practices in penology and penal institutions; psychological and sociological profiles of the keepers and the kept; sentencing of offenders and unique problems associated with handling special categories of inmates: female, disabled, aged and those suffering from debilitating diseases. All students will participate in scheduled field trips to various correctional facilities.
Pre or Corequisite: CRJ 1103 - Introduction To Criminal Justice*
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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CRJ 2283 - Criminal Justice Internship 3 Credits
Criminal justice interns will be assigned to observe, record, and to the extent possible, participate in routine agency operations under supervision of agency officials. Written reports covering specific agency functions are submitted at regular intervals in accordance with a work-study plan, to be finalized with the submission of a formal work project paper as agreed upon by student and instructor.
Pre or Corequisite: CRJ 1103 - Introduction To Criminal Justice* . Instructor permission required.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer Semesters
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ECON 2203 - Macroeconomics* 3 Credits
Designed as the introductory course to basic economic concepts, tools, reasoning, and methods of analysis relating to the economizing problem and capitalism. The course concentrates on basic topics of the determinants of employment and prices; measuring national income; monetary and fiscal policy; and money and banking.
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: ECON 2103
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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ECON 2213 - Microeconomics* 3 Credits
Continues Macroeconomics with emphasis on the microeconomic topics of theories of consumer behavior; cost and price; and production, consumption and distribution of goods between consumers, producers, and resource suppliers in market models of pure competition and imperfectly competitive markets.
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: ECON 2203
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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EDUC 2243 - Foundations of Education 3 Credits
Study of various educational policies, practices, and trends; learning objectives; the nature of teaching; professional ethics; history of education, and teacher liabilities. Ten (10) hours of public school observation is required. Education methods courses for Arkansas State Teacher Certification will not be offered for special study credit in the Communication and Arts Division.
Prerequisite: ENG 1113 - English Composition I* .
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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EDUC 2263 - Introduction To K-12 Technology 3 Credits
The purpose of this course is to assist prospective teachers with understanding the role that various forms of electronic and digital technology play in the teaching/learning process and how they can engage these processes in the classroom. Students will become skilled in the use of common hardware, application software, and Web 2.0 tools being used in today’s schools. In addition, they will be exposed to basic theories of technical communication and collaboration, as well as web-based research, selection, and evaluation. This course is designed as an active learning experience. Participation includes a hands-on approach to learning. Class participants will not only learn about using technology, but will be expected to demonstrate that knowledge in their presentations and projects.
Prerequisite: CIS 1023 Introduction to Computing* or CIS 1013 Information Systems I with a grade of “C” or better, or competency test.
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EDUC 2283 - Foundations of Diverse Learners 3 Credits
This course introduces the history of special education including the litigation and legislation, the characteristics of exceptionalities, modifications, and accommodations. Legal foundations and issues, special education terminologies, and professional roles will be explored. Course goals will be accomplished through the use of lecture, discussion, cooperative group work, and field experiences.
Prerequisite: EDUC 2243 Foundations of Education and PSYC 2023 Child Growth And Development
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
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EGR 1122 - Intro to Engineering 2 Credits
Introduction to engineering disciplines and their sub-fields, basic tools used in engineering practice, hands-on engineering projects. The course familiarizes students with field of engineering in general and the individual disciplines within engineering in particular. At the end of the course students are expected to be cognizant of the role of an engineer in society and are thus able to make an informed selection of a field within engineering as their major.
Prerequisite: LAD 9024 Foundations of College Math 2 or two years of high school algebra and compliance with state/NPC placement test standards
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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EGR 1143 - Engineering Graphics 3 Credits
This course is a general study of graphics and the types of engineering drawings used in design. A foundation course in lettering, sketching, drafting standards, geometrical exercises, and orthographic projections. Introductory use of CAD software is an integral part of the course therefore students are required to have access to a computer. Students use one or more CAD software packages to draft and model various objects.
Prerequisite: EGR 1122 Intro to Engineering
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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EGR 2003 - Computer Methods 3 Credits
Familiarity with the numerical methods most widely used in engineering; solve engineering problems using available computing tools; develop your own programs and tools.
Prerequisite: MATH 2284 - Differential Equation
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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EGR 2104 - Electrical Circuits I 4 Credits
Introduction to circuit variables, elements, and simple resistive circuits. Analysis techniques applied to resistive circuits. The concept of inductance, capacitance, and mutual inductance. The natural and step responses of RL, RC, and RLC circuits. A lab component will be included.
Prerequisite: MATH 2224 - Calculus II
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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EGR 2113 - Engineering Materials 3 Credits
A study of the chemical, physical, and electrical properties of materials using a fundamental atomistic approach. The materials of interest are: metals, polymers, ceramics and composites. The interactive relationship between structure, properties and processing of materials will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: MATH 2214 - Calculus I , PHYS 2114 - University Physics I , and CHEM 1204 - General Chemistry
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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EGR 2123 - Statics 3 Credits
This course will cover the principles of static equilibrium, analysis of structures, friction, center of gravity, moment of inertia, and the product of inertia.
Prerequisite: MATH 2214 - Calculus I , PHYS 2114 - University Physics I with a C or better
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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EGR 2213 - Dynamics 3 Credits
To develop a clear picture of the composition and resolution of forces and motion.
To understand the basic processes of the general laws of dynamics.
To develop a basic concept of engineering problem solving and vector algebra.
Prerequisite: EGR 2123 Statics and MATH 2254 Calculus III*
Typically Offered: Fall Semester
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EMSP 1303 - Emergency Cardiac Care 3 Credits
Presents techniques used by the paramedic in providing emergency care to patients with cardiac disorders and dysrhythmias. Emphasis is placed on acute and chronic disease processes, including appropriate pharmacological intervention, electrocardiography, and telemetry. Also included are various simulations dealing with cardiac-related emergencies.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
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EMSP 1403 - Pharmacology 3 Credits
Examines the actions, indications, precautions, dosage, and administration of medications and intravenous fluids. Emphasis is placed on drugs carried on Mobile Intensive Care Units, fluid and drug therapy, legal controls, dosage calculation, and metric conversions.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor, and acceptance into the Paramedic Program.
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EMSP 1511 - ECG Interpretation 1 Credits
This course covers the anatomy and physiology components of the cardiac system. There will be an emphasis on interpreting electrocardiograms.
Prerequisite: Current state of Arkansas EMT licensure and acceptance into the paramedic program.
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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EMSP 1512 - Pharmacology I 2 Credits
Addresses the basic principles of pharmacology, including the history of pharmacology; drug regulation, nomenclature, and classification; and pathophysiological principles of drug uptake, utilization, and elimination in the body. This course will also cover basic medical terminology.
Prerequisite: Current state of Arkansas EMT licensure and acceptance into the paramedic program.
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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EMSP 1515 - Fundamentals of Paramedicine 5 Credits
This course is designed to prepare a person to care for the sick and injured at an advanced level of care. This course will include the study of the roles and responsibilities of a paramedic in the EMS system, professional communication as well as legal and ethical responsibilities of the provider. Topics related to anatomy and physiology, venous access and medication administration, airway management, medical documentation, patient assessment will be discussed. All entry level skills required to attend clinical rotation will be included in this course.
Prerequisite: Current state of Arkansas EMT licensure and acceptance into the paramedic program.
4 Lecture / 1 Lab
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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EMSP 1518 - Advanced Paramedicine I 8 Credits
This course provides an in-depth study of medical conditions frequently encountered in the prehospital setting and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include appropriate interventions/treatments for disorders/diseases/injuries affecting the following systems: respiratory, cardiac, neurological, abdominal/gastrointestinal, endocrine, genitourinary, musculoskeletal, and immunological as well as toxicology, infectious diseases, diseases of the eyes, ears, nose and throat and psychiatric. Topics also include an overview of thoracic, abdominal, genitourinary, orthopedic, neurological, and multi-system trauma, soft tissue trauma of the head, neck, and face as well as environmental emergencies. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize, assess and manage the care of frequently encountered medical conditions based upon initial patient assessment.
Prerequisite: EMSP 1511 ECG Interpretation , EMSP 1512 Pharmacology I , EMSP 2402 Anatomy & Physiology , EMSP 1515 Fundamentals of Paramedicine , EMSP 1522 Practicum I
6 Lecture / 2 Lab
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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EMSP 1522 - Practicum I 2 Credits
Students will have supervised rotations through selected clinical hospital areas. Emphasis is placed on developing and improving skills which reinforce Didactic/Lab instruction.
Prerequisite: Current state of Arkansas EMT licensure and acceptance into the paramedic program.
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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EMSP 1523 - Practicum II 3 Credits
Students will have supervised rotations through selected clinical hospital areas as well as field sites. Emphasis is placed on developing and improving skills which reinforce Didactic/Lab instruction.
Prerequisite: EMSP 1522 Practicum I
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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EMSP 1601 - Etymology 1 Credits
Medical terminology is introduced in this course by the use of prefixes, suffixes, root words, and abbreviations, in order to build a vocabulary that will allow for communication with other professionals and enhance one’s overall job performance. Lab fee.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor, and acceptance into the Paramedic Program.
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EMSP 1603 - Patient Assessment 3 Credits
Includes history taking, physical examination, applying the principles of anatomy, physiology, and etymology to detecting, defining, and describing abnormal changes and processes in the body. Also, triage and scene assessment and control are emphasized.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor, and acceptance into the Paramedic Program.
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EMSP 2203 - Medical-Surgical Emergencies 3 Credits
Recognition, management, and pathophysiology involved in the care of various medical-surgical emergencies. Techniques of trauma management are examined. Pharmacology pertinent to the treatment of abnormal, metabolic, structural, and toxic conditions is included.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor, and acceptance into the Paramedic Program.
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EMSP 2303 - Clinical Practicum 3 Credits
Rotations through clinical settings allow for further sharpening of paramedic skills and other patient care techniques. Areas of experience include, but are not limited to: (1) OR, (2) ICU and CCU, (3) Emergency Department, (4) Pediatrics, (5) Labor and Delivery. Lab Fee.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor, and acceptance into the Paramedic Program.
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EMSP 2402 - Anatomy & Physiology 2 Credits
Human Anatomy and Physiology from cellular structure to systems applications. There will be an emphasis on the normal human anatomy and physiology process. Lab Fee.
Prerequisite: Current state of Arkansas EMT licensure and acceptance into the paramedic program.
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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EMSP 2403 - Field Internship 3 Credits
In the field internship, students apply their knowledge, techniques, and abilities in actual field situations. All activities are supervised by physicians, registered nurses, and certified paramedics. Lab Fee.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor, and acceptance into the Paramedic Program. EMSP 2503 Emergency Medical Service Paramedic Refresher Course (3-0-3) The Emergency Medical Service-Paramedic Refresher Course is designed to refresh the Emergency Medical Service Paramedic in all areas of emergency medical technology including advanced life support. The course follows the EMT-Paramedic Refresher Training Program, National Standard Curriculum of the US Department of Transportation; and meets the requirements for refresher training established by the Arkansas Department of Health and National Registry of EMT-Paramedics for recertification. current certification as an EMT-Paramedic and permission of the instructor.
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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EMSP 2503 - EMS-Paramedic Refresher Course 3 Credits
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EMSP 2702 - Advanced Med-Surgical Laboratory 2 Credits
Laboratory simulations of field exercises performed by a functioning paramedic are practiced in this course. Incorporates the knowledge of all previous courses.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment with EMSP 2802 - Specific Topics/Emergency Medicine required, Permission of the instructor, and acceptance into the Paramedic Program is required.
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EMSP 2802 - Specific Topics/Emergency Medicine 2 Credits
Deals with the following two topics in individualized and seminar format. a) Legal Implications of Emergency Medicine - This seminar provides an introduction to the legal aspects of emergency medicine, including basic principles of law, malpractice, consent, and contracts, b) Emergency Psychiatric Intervention -This seminar examines methods used by the paramedic intervening in behavior emergencies, drug/alcohol abuse, and attempted suicide. Instruction includes legal considerations and case studies.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor, and acceptance into the Paramedic Program.
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EMT 1376 - Emergency Medical Technician 6 Credits
The basic level Emergency Medical Technician class is designed for training individuals to rapidly recognize, assess, and treat medical and trauma-related emergencies. This course was designed by the Department of Transportation and is taught under its standard guidelines. The course involves training in Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation, application and use of military anti-shock trousers (MAST), identifying signs and symptoms of shock; internal and external life-threatening bleeding, immobilization of fractured bones, including spinal injuries and head trauma; emergency childbirth; pediatric emergencies; gaining access to victims entrapped; radio communications; as well as water rescue techniques, and automobile extrication. The length of this course is 228 hours and provides six college credit hours. This course is beneficial to both individuals and industrial personnel, and is a prerequisite to the Emergency Medical Technician-Advanced or Paramedic course.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: proof of Basic Life Support certification, must be 18 years old, have a GED or high school diploma, have no physical handicaps which would preclude participation in all program aspects, and have no record of felony convictions.
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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ENG 1113 - English Composition I* 3 Credits
Writing paragraphs and expository themes to give the student practice in communication. Emphasizes good writing techniques and correct grammatical construction, enabling the student to think coherently, write clearly and effectively, and read more efficiently.
Prerequisite: ACT Writing & Reading of 19 or ACCUPLACER Writing of 83 and Reading of 78 or a grade of “C” or better in LAD 9113 LAD 9113 - Integrated Reading and Writing
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: ENGL 1013
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer Semesters
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ENG 1123 - English Composition II* 3 Credits
Continuation of ENG 1113 - English Composition I* . Study of good writing and rhetorical style. Students develop research skills through writing a formal, documented paper.
Prerequisite: ENG 1113 - English Composition I* with a grade of “C” or better.
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: ENGL 1023
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer Semesters
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ENG 1133 - Technical Report Writing* 3 Credits
Technical Report Writing is designed for students pursuing careers in technical and vocational fields. Technical papers include process analysis, description of a mechanism, definition, analysis by partition, comparison/contrast, cause/effect. Considerable research is expected for technical papers, articles, summaries, and a full research report, all of which are on topics related to the student’s major. Use of visuals and technical paper layout are covered. Grammar, mechanics, usage are covered as needed.
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: ENGL 2023
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer Semesters
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ENG 1183 - Introduction To Literature 3 Credits
A beginning course in reading and analysis of fiction, poetry, and drama. The purpose of the course is to have the student become comfortable in the reading of literature. The instructor may choose to focus on a particular genre.
Prerequisite: ENG 1113 - English Composition I* with a grade of “C” or better.
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ENG 2223 - American Literature I* 3 Credits
Survey of American poetry, fiction, and essays from 1620 to 1860. Provides historical, biographical, and formal approaches to these works of American literature.
Prerequisite: ENG 1123 - English Composition II* with a grade of “C” or better
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: ENGL 2653
Typically Offered: Upon Sufficient Student Demand
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ENG 2233 - American Literature II* 3 Credits
Survey of American poetry, fiction, essays, and drama from 1860 to the present. Provides historical, biographical, and formal approaches to these works of American literature.
Prerequisite: ENG 1123 - English Composition II* with a grade of “C” or better
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: ENGL 2663
Typically Offered: Upon Sufficient Student Demand
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ENG 2273 - World Literature I* 3 Credits
Survey of master works of literature of the world from the ancient period through the Renaissance.
Prerequisite: ENG 1123 - English Composition II* with a grade of “C” or better
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: ENGL 2113
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer Semesters
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ENG 2283 - World Literature II* 3 Credits
Reading and discussion of master works of world literature from the seventeenth century to modern times.
Prerequisite: ENG 1123 - English Composition II* with a grade of “C” or better
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: ENGL 2663
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer Semesters
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ENG 2393 - Creative Writing* 3 Credits
Through a workshop format, students will generate creative writing projects in both prose and verse, learn techniques for critiquing their peers’ work, read and analyze creative writing texts-such as short stories and poetry-and learn how to publish their work. Students will also complete a publication project.
Prerequisite: No prerequisite.
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: ENGL 2013
Typically Offered: Once Per Academic Year
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LAD 9053 - Accelerated Learning Plan Writing 3 Credits
This course is a study of writing strategies for essays. Students will learn sentence combining through coordination, subordination, and parallel structure. Basic essay format and various methods of essay development are studied in preparation for ENG 1113 English Composition I* . Students must earn an 11.0 in Language on the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) to successfully complete the class.
Prerequisite: ACT Writing 16-18 & Reading 18 or ACCUPLACER Writing 65-82 & Reading 70-77.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer Semesters
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LAD 9113 - Integrated Reading and Writing 3 Credits
Integrated Reading and Writing seeks to ensure that students are prepared to undertake college-level study; to use knowledge in critical ways; to think, read, and write critically; and to master literacy skills for classes in all college subjects.
Prerequisite: ACT Writing of 14-15 & Reading14-18 or ACCUPLACER Writing of 45-64 & Reading of 35-69.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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Earth Sciences |
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ESCI 1104 - Earth Science* 4 Credits
Provides the student with a survey of the earth, including concepts from geology, astronomy, meteorology, plate tectonics, and physical geography. Lab Fee.
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: PHSC 1104
Typically Offered: Once Per Academic Year
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French Language |
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FREN 1103 - Beginning French I* 3 Credits
First semester course in fundamentals of French: vocabulary, pronunciation, oral comprehension, grammar, and composition. Exercises in writing, listening and speaking. Some computer exercises.
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: FREN 1013
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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Geography |
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GEOG 1103 - Introduction To Geography* 3 Credits
Presents the nature of geographic study; illustrates world conditions with emphasis on cultural and environmental issues; introduces map reading; and examines basic concepts.
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: GEOG 1103
Typically Offered: Once Per Academic Year
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Geology |
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GEOL 1104 - Physical Geology* 4 Credits
Introduces the student to the field of physical geology in general, such as the geologic environment, geologic processes shaping the surface of the earth, plate tectonics, crust, and the interior of the earth. Lab Fee.
ACTS Equivalent Course Number: GEOL 1114
Typically Offered: Once Per Academic Year
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Graphic Design |
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GRD 1103 - Advertising I 3 Credits
This is the introductory course in graphic arts for the two-year program in graphic design. Basic studio techniques involved in paste-up and layout will be practiced by the students, using their own designs with the goal of producing camera-ready art and copy. Some lettering and typography will also be studied.
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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GRD 1113 - Advertising II 3 Credits
This continuation of GRD 1103 - Advertising I will find the student working on projects in illustration, color separation, and three-dimensional package design. The basic skills used in GRD 1103 - Advertising I will continue to be used and more complex problems introduced. Lab Fee
Prerequisite: GRD 1103 - Advertising I .
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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GRD 1143 - Adobe Illustrator 3 Credits
The oldest of the illustration programs, Adobe Illustrator has again become the illustration program most used by professionals. Students will explore all the tools of Illustrator while preparing a book with their examples to illustrate each technique they are assigned to master. The program uses lines, shapes, and free hand tools as well as color fills and blends to create high resolution vector graphics.
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GRD 1153 - Photoshop Studio I 3 Credits
PhotoShop is the premiere photographic manipulation and retouch program for publishers and designers. Students will become familiar with many of the image-altering filters and the multifaceted layers of manipulation possible with this highly creative program using both traditional, digital, black and white, and color photographs.
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GRD 1163 - Silkscreen I 3 Credits
This course enables the student to learn a method of making art prints in any number of colors without elaborate equipment. The students will learn to build their own frames and will study many techniques from hand-cut stencils to photo-direct screen printing.
Typically Offered: Fall Semesters
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GRD 1183 - Desktop Publishing & Design I 3 Credits
This course is designed to give a fundamental proficiency in desktop publishing and design to students in the Graphic Design Program and interested member of the community. As a foundation course in computerized design and layout, the class will explore the programs that are industry standards for the Apple Macintosh computer and discover the pros and cons of those programs. Students will also learn how to implement them on a basic level. Lab Fee.
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GRD 1203 - Adobe InDesign 3 Credits
Adobe InDesign is a word processing application that gives the student an opportunity to compose a page of words and imported images. Along the way we will strive for the best composition and design of a page using text and tables and images from other sources. The student will discover and use each tool while designing advertisements, brochures, menu covers and more.
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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GRD 2013 - Art Direction 3 Credits
This course is designed to give the students a knowledge of the procedures of an advertising agency. The students will be responsible for the creation of campaigns using art and copy, and they will study problems such as distribution, client relations, product image, and art selection. Lab Fee.
Prerequisite: GRD 2023 - Production And Layout I .
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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GRD 2023 - Production And Layout I 3 Credits
This course will involve the student in the production of camera-ready art and copy for brochures, catalogues, and magazine and newspaper advertisements. The students will have the opportunity to be involved in actual work experience and have their designs printed while learning to use professional process cameras, photo typesetting equipment, and large and small format photography. Lab Fee.
Prerequisite: GRD 1113 - Advertising II .
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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GRD 2033 - Production And Layout II 3 Credits
In this continuation of GRD 2023 - Production And Layout I , the students will be working with more advanced production techniques with an emphasis on completing work for their personal portfolios. Lab Fee.
Prerequisite: GRD 2023 - Production And Layout I .
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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GRD 2043 - Commercial Illustration 3 Credits
Both product and editorial illustration assignments will be presented to the students. Projects will include work with pen and ink, airbrush, color separations, and black and white color photography. Lab Fee.
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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GRD 2083 - Designing For The Internet 3 Credits
An introductory course that explores the necessary ingredients of a good web page and how to design a web page both mechanically and aesthetically to accomplish the purpose of the page. Emphasis will be on the fundamental structure of a web page and the basic tools of design and construction.
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GRD 2153 - Photoshop Studio II 3 Credits
For students having completed PhotoShop Studio, this course offers the opportunity to experiment creatively with these newly learned skills. Students will work within a series of assignments that go beyond basic techniques to the creation of multi-layered artwork.
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GRD 2163 - Silkscreen II 3 Credits
Continuation of GRD 1163 - Silkscreen I gives the students the opportunity to expand technical skills. Students may use typesetting and process cameras to produce compositions. Lab Fee.
Prerequisite: GRD 1163 - Silkscreen I .
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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GRD 2183 - Desktop Publishing And Design II 3 Credits
QuarkXpress on Macintosh computers is an industry standard in the design and publishing fields. This course builds on skills learned in GRD 1183 - Desktop Publishing & Design I and gives the student the opportunity to use Quark in more detail, including color applications. Students will design ads, newsletters, booklets, business cards, posters, flyers and logos.
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HA 1011 - Sanitation and Safety 1 Credits
Sanitation and Safety is a survey of the food service industry that emphasizes the aspects of sanitation. Designed for those who would like to learn about the food service industry in terms of sanitation and safety. Fall& Spring
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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HA 1043 - Intro to the Hospitality Industry 3 Credits
The history and development of the hospitality industry which comprises of food, lodging, and tourism management, an introduction to management principles and concepts used in the service industry, and career opportunities in the field.
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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HA 1063 - Hotel Operations & Guest Services 3 Credits
Provides an overview of the management in the lodging industry. Topics include management & supervision skills, human resources, the front office, housekeeping, food & beverage, safety & security, sales & marketing, facility engineering & maintenance, franchise agreements & management contracts. Designed for those who would like to learn more about the lodging industry.
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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HA 1073 - Hospitality & Tourism Internship 3 Credits
This course furnishes participation in a 135 clock hour internship work experience program in a college-approved hospitality operation.
Prerequisite: Completion of all HTA coursework OR instructor permission.
Typically Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters
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