COURSE CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOK
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COURSE CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOK 2015-2016 MISSION, VISION AND VALUES VISION Teach every individual; serve every business MISSION & PURPOSE Advance the knowledge of individuals to enrich lives and develop workforce opportunities. Gwinnett Tech, a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, is a public two-year college that serves the communities of Gwinnett and North Fulton by offering campus and distance learning for associate degrees, diplomas and certificates in credit programs; as well as adult and continuing education training. VALUES Integrity We say what we mean, we treat people with respect, and we honor our promises. Commitment We are devoted to our job, accountable to our students, our peers and our leaders. Excellence We strive to excel in all we do. Customer Focus We believe that the students and businesses we serve are our customers and we strive to consistently meet or exceed their expectations. Adaptability We embrace diversity and are resilient in our goal to serve an all-inclusive audience. Leadership We recognize our duty to lead our students and serve our community. Lifelong Learning We believe education to be the paramount foundation for continuing education. Innovation We foster an environment that nurtures creativity and emerging technologies. A unit of the Technical College System of Georgia. GENERAL CATALOG 2015 - 2016 5150 Sugarloaf Parkway Lawrenceville, GA 30043-5702 770-962-7580 www.GwinnettTech.edu The Technical College System of Georgia and its constituent Technical Colleges do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, spouse of military member or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). This nondiscrimination policy encompasses the operation of all technical college-administered programs, programs financed by the federal government including any Workforce Investment Act of 1998 (WIA) Title I financed programs, educational programs and activities, including admissions, scholarships and loans, student life, and athletics. It also encompasses the recruitment and employment of personnel and contracting for goods and services. The Technical College System and Technical Colleges shall promote the realization of equal opportunity through a positive continuing program of specific practices designed to ensure the full realization of equal opportunity. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Lisa Richardson, Title IX, Equity, and Section 504 Coordinator, 678226-6691, lrichardson@gwinnetttech.edu, Gwinnett Technical College, 5150 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville, GA 30043-5702. All current updates to the catalog are available online at www.gwinnetttech.edu/catalog. i TECHNICAL EDUCATION GUARANTEE The Technical College System of Georgia has developed curriculum standards with the direct involvement of business and industry. These standards serve as the industry-validated specifications for each occupational program. These standards allow Georgia’s system of technical colleges, including Gwinnett Technical College, to offer their business partners the following guarantee: “If one of our graduates, who was educated under a standard program, and his/her employer agree that the employee is deficient in one or more competencies as defined in the standards, the technical college will retrain that employee at no instructional cost to employee or employer.” This guarantee applies to any graduate of our technical college who is employed in the field of his/ her training. It is in effect for a period of two years after graduation. For questions involving the guarantee, please contact the Academic Affairs Office at 770-962-7580, ext. 6299. • • • SPECIAL NOTE • • • The content of this catalog does not constitute a contract between Gwinnett Technical College and its students on either a collective or individual basis. It represents Gwinnett Tech’s best academic, technical, social, and financial planning at the time the catalog was published. Course and curriculum changes, modifications of fees and other charges, plus unforeseen changes in other aspects of Gwinnett Tech’s life sometimes occur after the catalog has been printed but before the changes can be incorporated in a later edition of the same publication. Because of this, Gwinnett Tech does not assume a contractual obligation with students for the contents of this catalog. COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION ABOUT GWINNETT TECH’S PROGRAMS AND SERVICES IS AVAILABLE ONLINE. www.GwinnettTech.edu i GWINNETT TECHNICAL COLLEGE Memberships and Affiliations Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing Accreditation Review Committee on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA) Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Educators American Association for Adult & Continuing Education American Association for Respiratory Care American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO) American Association of Community Colleges American Association of Medical Assistants American Chemical Society American Council of Construction Educators American Culinary Federation American Economic Association American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) American Hotel and Lodging Association American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine American Library Association American Management Association American Nurses Association (ANA) American Psychological Association American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography American Registry of Radiologic Technologists American Society for Quality American Society of Interior Design (ASID) American Society of Radiologic Technologists American Technical Education Association (ATEA) American Veterinary Medical Association Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities American Welding Society Associated General Contractors of AmericaAssociation for Computing Machinery (ACM) Association for Institutional Research (AIR) Association of General Contractors Association of Information Technology Professionals Association of Professional Landscape Designers Association of Surgical Technology Association of Veterinary Technician Educators Atlanta Society of Radiologic Technologists Atlanta Ultrasound Society Certified Internet Web Professional (CIW) Cisco Networking Academy Commercial Construction Management Association of America Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHEP) Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the EMS Professions Community Council of Gwinnett County CompTIA E2C Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) ii Construction Management Association of America Council for Higher Education Accreditation Council of Hotel and Restaurant Institutional Educators Dreamspark Inc. Gamma Sigma Delta Honor Society Georgia Association for Associate Degree Nursing (G-OADN) Georgia Association for Nursing Education (GANE) Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police Georgia Association of College Law Enforcement Administrators Georgia Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (GACRAO) Georgia Association of Developmental Education Georgia Association of Nurse Educators Georgia Association of Student Financial Aid Administration Georgia Association of Veteran Certifying Officials (GAVCO) Georgia Bar Association Georgia Chamber of Commerce Georgia Communication Association Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH) - Division of Medical Assistance Georgia Department of Public Health- Office of EMS and Trauma Georgia Digital Interactive Entertainment Committee (Gwinnett County Chamber of Commerce) Georgia Economic Development Association Council for Quality Growth Georgia Fiscal Management Council Georgia Green Industry Association Georgia Higher Education Alliance Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Georgia Nurses Association (GNA) Georgia Organics Georgia Professional Tennis Association Georgia Restaurant Association Georgia Society for Respiratory Care Georgia State Florist Association Georgia Urban Forest Council Georgia Virtual Technical Connections Government Finance Officers Association Green Chamber Of The South Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce Gwinnett County Home Builders Association Gwinnett Technology Council (Gwinnett County Chamber of Commerce) Home Builder’s Institute (HBI) Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International Information Systems Security Association International Association of Travel and Tourism Professionals International Furniture and Design Association (IFDA) International Ground Source Heat Pump Association International Interior Design Association (IIDA) International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association International Society of Arborists Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology Lambda Nu Honor Society League for Innovations Learning Resources Network (LERN) iii Lilburn Business Association Meeting Professionals International Metro Atlanta Chamber Bioscience Leadership Council Microsoft Academic Alliance Microsoft IT Academy Miller Electric - Educational Advisory Board Member National Academic Advising Association (NACADA) National Alliance for Partnerships in Equity National Association for the Remodeling Industry (NARI) National Association of College & University Business Officers (NACUBO) National Association of Financial Aid Administrators National Association of Women In Construction (NAWIC) National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) National Board of Surgical Technology & Surgical Assisting National College Testing Association National Communication Association National Council for Continuing Education & Training (NCCET) National Honor Society for the Profession of Respiratory Care National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) National Kitchen and Bath Association Supported Program National Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (N-OADN) National Registry of EMT’s National Retail Federation National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) North Georgia Associated Libraries Partnership for Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Refrigeration Accreditation (PHARA) Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society Professional Grounds Management Association Professional Photographers of America Professional Tennis Registry Refrigeration Service Engineer Society Service Members Opportunity Colleges Society for Human Resource Management Society of Automobile Engineers Society of College and University Planning (SCUP) Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Society of Interventional Cardiovascular Professionals (SICP) Southern Association of College & University Business Officers Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (SACS COC) Southern Association of Community College Research (SACCR) Southern Criminal Justice Association Southern Nursery Association Southern Regional Education Board – Electronic Campus Special Interest Group in Computer Science Education (SIGCSE) Teachers of Accounting at Two Year Colleges Technology Association of Georgia Toastmasters International U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Urban Agricultural Council iv State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia Joe W. Yarbrough, Chair Frank S. Newman Doug Carter Ben I. Copeland, Sr. Richard Porter Randall Fox Dr.LynnM.Cornett Trey Sheppard Robert “Buzz” Law Jay Cunningham Michael L. “Sully” Sullivan Anne Kaiser Tommy David Baoky N. Vu Sylvia E. Russell Mary P. Flanders Tim Williams Shirley A. Smith RandallFox Dinah C. Wayne W. Jackson Winter, Jr. James Gingrey Members at Large: Ben Bryant Gwinnett Tech Foundation, Inc. Mike Price, Board Chair Matthew Holtkamp Liz Siegrist Dr, Rob Anderson Dan King Mark Singleton Mikhail Britt Jim McGean Mark Sweeney Steve Flynt, Ed.D Sean Murphy Lee Tucker, Jr. Shane Froman Mac Peden Angie Woo Amy Greiner Karen Fine Saltiel J. Alvin Wilbanks Gwinnett Technical College Board of Directors Nancy Juneau, Board Chair Doug Jenkins Adam Walker John Baumstark Gregory Morrison Phil Wolfe Wendell Dallas Al Nash Julie Haley Lativia Ray-Alston v Gwinnett Tech Senior Leadership Dr. D. Glen Cannon ............................................................................................ President David Welden ............................ Executive Vice President, Finance and Administration Dr. Victoria Seals .............................................................Vice President, Academic Affairs David McCulloch.................................................. Vice President, Economic Development Mary Beth Byerly .............................................. Vice President, Institutional Advancement Dr. Julie Post ...................................................................... Vice President, Student Affairs Mike Blouin……………. ........................................................................Chief of Campus Police Academic Affairs Leadership Staff Rebecca Alexander ................................................................... Dean of Academic Affairs Stephanie Rooks .........................................................................Dean of Adult Education Gail Edwards ............................... Dean of Automotive, Construction and Trades Division Dr. Jermaine Whirl ...................... Dean of Business Division and Art and Design Division Rita Patel ................................................................. Dean of Computer Sciences Division Dennis Maltais ........................................................................ Dean of Education Division Jim Sass ............................................... Dean of Health Imaging and Informatics Division Steve Moyers................................................................ Dean of Health Sciences Division Dr. Cathy Scholz................................................................ Dean of Life Sciences Division Vacant....................................................Instructional Coordinator of Alpharetta-North Fulton Indira Tyler...................................................................... Dean of Nursing Sciences Division Student Affairs Leadership Staff Betsy Harris Brackett........................................... Executive Director, Enrollment Support Brenda Pyle ........................................................ Director, Admissions and Assessment Lisa Martin .........................................................................................Director, Financial Aid Robin Remich ..................................................................... Director, Student Recruitment Rachel Mariano ................................................................................Director, Student Life Arlene Clarke...............................................................................................................Registrar Lisa Richardson......................... Coordinator, Special Populations and Disability Services Lorri Chin-Shue ......................................................................Coordinator, Veterans Affairs Brenda Beverly ......................................................Coordinator, Workforce Investment Act vi Finance and Administration Leadership Staff Valerie Strickland...............................................................Director, Accounting Services Brenda Jackson.......................................................................................Budget Manager Becky Olson ..................................................Director, Early Education Childcare Center Debbie Gerardo ....................................................................Director, Human Resources Galen Martin .................................................................Director, Information Technology Economic Development Leadership Staff Ave Miller................................................................................ Director, Career Services Stephanie Garcia......................................... Director, Course Offerings and Operations Cher Brister ...................................................................... Director, Green Technologies Vacant...........................................................................Director, Information Technology Ann Sechrist ..................................................... Director, State Workforce Development Institutional Advancement Leadership Staff Kim Resnik ................................................. Executive Director, College Communications Debra Bloom .......................................................... Director, Marketing Communications Karen Eggers................................. Director, Advancement Services and Donor Relations Erika Faulkner ............................................................... Director, Digital and Social Media Jennifer Hendrickson................................. Director, Institutional Advancement (Gwinnett) Mariah Lindsey...................................Director, Institutional Advancement (North Fulton) Operations Services Leadership Staff Janice Bolton .................................................................................... Custodial Supervisor Don Perkins ............................................................................................ Facilities Director Gail Zorn................................................................................................Grounds Manager Jeff Burton ...................................................................................Maintenance Supervisor vii Table of Contents Academic Calendar ........................................................................................................ 1 Message from the President .......................................................................................... 2 History ...........................................................................................................................3 Accreditation ..................................................................................................................4 Vision, Mission and Institutional Values ............................................................................ 4 Continuing Education ..................................................................................................... 5 Institutional Effectiveness ............................................................................................... 6 Institutional Advancement .............................................................................................. 7 Student Affairs................................................................................................................8 Recruitment Information Sessions .......................................................................... 8 Student Orientation ................................................................................................. 8 Admissions Policy ................................................................................................... 8 General Admission Requirements ........................................................................... 9 Admissions Procedures for Home Schooled Applicants .......................................... 9 General Admissions Procedures ........................................................................... 12 Determining Residency Status of Dependent Students ......................................... 13 Determining Residency Status of Independent Students....................................... 14 Assessment Center............................................................................................... 14 Competitive Admissions Program Entrance Requirements ................................... 15 Competitive Admission Program Application, Prerequisite, and Deadlines ............ 15 Credit hour ............................................................................................................ 16 Course Credit ........................................................................................................ 17 Non-Collegiate Course Credit ............................................................................... 20 Noncredit Courses/Continuing Education Units..................................................... 20 Registration ........................................................................................................... 20 Change of Program Major ..................................................................................... 22 Second Program of Study/Major ........................................................................... 22 Graduation ............................................................................................................ 23 Instructions to Apply for Graduation ...................................................................... 23 Student Records ................................................................................................... 24 Career Services .................................................................................................... 28 Student Grant Programs ....................................................................................... 28 Fees & Financial Aid .................................................................................................... 29 Fees and Expenses .............................................................................................. 29 Course Fees ......................................................................................................... 29 Mandatory and Discretionary Fees ....................................................................... 30 Citizenship and Eligible Non-citizens..................................................................... 30 viii Fees Paid by Outside Agencies ............................................................................ 31 Other Expenses .................................................................................................... 32 Refund/Return Check Policies .............................................................................. 32 Financial Aid ......................................................................................................... 33 FAFSA .......................................................................................................................34 Other Financial Aid Information............................................................................. 36 Federal Pell Grant ................................................................................................ 36 Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (SEOG) ............................... 36 Georgia HOPE Grant ............................................................................................ 39 Georgia HOPE Scholarship .................................................................................. 39 Federal College Work-Study (FWS) ...................................................................... 36 Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan ......................................................................... 37 Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loans ................................................................... 38 Zell Miller Scholarship .......................................................................................... 40 The Student Access Loan Program ...................................................................... 41 Scholarships ......................................................................................................... 42 Veteran’s Education Benefits/GI Bill/Institutional Support ..................................... 42 Title IV Funding .................................................................................................... 43 Return to Title IV Withdrawal Policy ...................................................................... 43 Unofficial Withdrawal Policy .................................................................................. 43 Financial Aid Fraud Policy .................................................................................... 44 Steps for Checking Your Financial Aid Status ....................................................... 45 Student Information ..................................................................................................... 46 Student Center/Student IDs .................................................................................. 46 Student Email ....................................................................................................... 46 Bookstore ............................................................................................................. 46 Computer Use Policy ............................................................................................ 47 Cosmetology Salon Services ................................................................................ 48 Counseling Services ............................................................................................. 48 Disability Services ................................................................................................ 48 Documentation Required .................................................................................. 48 Rights and Responsibilities ................................................................................... 49 Confidentiality ....................................................................................................... 49 Discrimination and Sexual Harassment ................................................................ 49 Drug, Alcohol, and Weapon Free Campus ............................................................ 56 GTC Is a Tobacco Free College ............................................................................ 56 Loitering Policy ..................................................................................................... 56 First Aid Emergency Services ............................................................................... 56 Food Court ............................................................................................................. 56 Health Services ...................................................................................................... 56 ix Insurance .............................................................................................................. 57 Parking ................................................................................................................. 57 Personal Electronic Devices ................................................................................. 70 Public Safety ......................................................................................................... 55 School Closing Notification Procedures ................................................................ 57 Student Life........................................................................................................... 46 Fund-Raising Activities .......................................................................................... 57 Soliciting On or Off Campus .................................................................................. 57 Student Honors and Awards.................................................................................. 57 Student Organizations and Clubs.......................................................................... 59 Student Complaint Policy, Student Behavior ......................................................... 63 Definitions ......................................................................................................... 64 Student Complaint Procedure ............................................................................... 64 Student Code of Conduct Policy ........................................................................... 65 Definitions ......................................................................................................... 66 Student Disciplinary Procedure ............................................................................. 72 Filing a Complaint ................................................................................................. 73 Student Rights ...................................................................................................... 77 Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act .................................................. 78 Telephone and Mail for Students ........................................................................... 46 Visitors on Campus ............................................................................................... 56 Academic Policies ........................................................................................................ 79 Academic Freedom and Intellectual Property .........................................................79 Academic Integrity .................................................................................................79 Academic Status ....................................................................................................80 Attendance Policy ..................................................................................................81 Administrative Withdrawal ......................................................................................81 No Show ................................................................................................................82 Competency-Based Courses ..................................................................................82 Course Cancellation and Instructor Changes .........................................................83 Course Credit .........................................................................................................83 Learning Support ...................................................................................................83 Elective Courses ....................................................................................................83 Prerequisite Courses .............................................................................................83 Grades ...................................................................................................................84 Course Repeat Policy/Forfeiture of Credit ..............................................................85 Grade Appeals. ......................................................................................................86 Grade Changes......................................................................................................86 Grade Point Average (GPA).......................................................................................... 86 Withdrawal Policy...................................................................................................87 Transferability ........................................................................................................87 x Articulation Agreements ...................................................................................... 87 Academic Programs .................................................................................................... 88 Academic Advisement .......................................................................................... 88 Advisement Information/Instructor Office Hours .................................................... 88 Accreditation/Certifications/Agency Approvals ...................................................... 88 Course Evaluations .............................................................................................. 89 Nontraditional Fields for Students ......................................................................... 89 Program Completion Requirements ...................................................................... 89 Program Structure ................................................................................................ 90 General Education Courses .................................................................................. 90 Student Learning Outcomes ................................................................................. 91 Credit by Examination ..........................................................................................18, 27 Technical Education Guarantee ............................................................................ ii, 92 Academic Affairs .......................................................................................................... 93 Academic Support Services .................................................................................. 93 Adult Education .................................................................................................... 93 Library .................................................................................................................. 94 Copyright .............................................................................................................. 95 Distance Education Courses ................................................................................ 95 Online Courses ..................................................................................................... 96 Social Media, Policies ........................................................................................... 96 Programs of Study List ................................................................................................ 99 Programs of Study ..................................................................................................... 104 Course Descriptions .................................................................................................. 292 Faculty/Staff Directory................................................................................................ 358 Program Advisors ...................................................................................................... 364 Index ......................................................................................................................... 366 Web Registration Instructions .................................................................................... 371 xi Academic Calendar Fall Semester 2015 Admissions Application File Completion Priority Deadline ..........................................June 25, 2015 Admissions Application File Completion Late Deadline................................................ July 30, 2015 Registration - Currently Enrolled Students ..................................................June 17 – July 30, 2015 Registration - New Students and Currently Enrolled ……………………..….June 24 – July 30, 2015 Late Registration …………………………………………………………….……… August 5 – 13, 2015 Classes begin (Full Term A & Part Term B)……………………………………..…………. August 19, 2015 End of Term B..........................................................................................................October 12, 2015 Term B Final Exams ............................................................................................October 13-14, 2015 Term C Classes begin ............................................................................................October 14, 2015 Semester Ending Date (Full Term A & Part Term C)............................................. December 5, 2015 Final Exams (Full Term A & Part Term C) ........................................................December 7-12, 2015 Spring Semester 2016 Admissions Application File Completion Priority Deadline .....................................October 29, 2015 Admissions Application File Completion Late Deadline........................................ December 3, 2015 Registration - Currently Enrolled Students ………………….. October 30, 2015 – December 8, 2015 Registration - New Students and Currently Enrolled.......…November 6, 2015 – December 8, 2015 Late Registration …………………………………………… December 18, 2015 – December 31, 2015 Classes begin (Full Term A & Part Term B) ...............................................................January 6, 2016 End of Term B....................................................................................................... February 24, 2016 Term B Final Exams ........................................................................................ February 25-26, 2016 Term C Classes begin ...................................................................................................March 2, 2016 Semester Ending Date (Full Term A & Part Term C).................................................... April 25, 2016 Final Exams (Full Term A & Part Term C) ........................................................April 27– May 3, 2016 Summer Mini-Mester 2016* Admissions Application File Completion Priority Deadline ........................................March 31, 2016 Admissions Application File Completion Late Deadline............................................... April 28, 2016 Registration - Currently Enrolled Students ............................................................ April 1 – 29, 2016 Registration - New Students and Currently Enrolled ........................................... April 08 – 29, 2016 Commencement Ceremony............................................................................................May 2, 2016 Late Registration ....................................................................................................May 6 – 13, 2016 Classes begin ...............................................................................................................May 18, 2016 Semester Ending Date ................................................................................................... July 9, 2016 Final Exams.......................................................................................................... July 11 – 16, 2016 *This will be a shortened intensive eight-week semester. 1 Welcome Welcome to Gwinnett Technical College! Whether you are entering college directly from high school, coming back to college to finish your degree or preparing yourself for a career change, you’re in the right place. We offer hundreds of associate degree, diploma and certificate options that can prepare you for a challenging and rewarding career. I encourage you to learn as much as you can about our college – the programs and services that are available, the resources in place to help you succeed and the opportunities we offer for you to get involved. Our faculty and staff are committed to your success, and stand ready to assist you with any questions. Our faculty members are experts in their fields of study and maintain strong ties to business and industry – and can prove to be invaluable resources for you. Gwinnett Tech has much to offer beyond the classroom as well, from campus organizations to professional associations to community outreach and more. We invite you to take advantage of these opportunities to enrich your education and development. You’ve taken the first step toward creating a successful future. We pledge to help you take and finish the next steps to ensure you have the best educational experience possible, and then a rewarding and successful career. Thank you for choosing Gwinnett Tech, and I look forward to seeing you around campus. Dr. D. Glen Cannon President 2 History Gwinnett Technical College has a rich history of providing education and specialized training that leads to workforce development. Since opening its doors as the Gwinnett Area Technical School in 1984, the college has added numerous programs, made two name changes, greatly expanded its facilities and experienced record-setting enrollment growth. All are the result of its primary aim to be the recognized provider of relevant knowledge to students and businesses for life. Since its inception, Gwinnett Tech’s purpose has been to provide students with an education that leads directly to a rewarding career. Throughout the years, it has relied on business and industry to play an integral part in guiding curriculum development and ensuring that what is taught in the classroom will keep students on the cutting edge of workplace demands. In the 1980s, business and industry experienced a vast change in technology. To meet the demand for technological training, Gwinnett Tech expanded its offerings to include a wider variety of high-tech programs. In 1988, the institution’s name was changed to Gwinnett Technical Institute, aligning Gwinnett Tech with the network of state technical institutes under the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The following year, TCSG approved Gwinnett Tech to grant the associate degree of applied technology (AAT) in six programming areas, which paved the way for Gwinnett Tech to pursue accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Gwinnett Tech gained accreditation in record time for a state technical institute, making it one of the few technical schools with this accreditation. Gwinnett Tech reached another benchmark in its history on July 6, 2000, when it changed its name to Gwinnett Technical College to better reflect its position within the region’s higher education market. The name change was made possible by Georgia’s A+ Education Reform Act of 2000, which allowed technical institutes with proper accreditation to be designated as colleges. During its 30-year history, Gwinnett Technical College has expanded its campus to include a variety of new facilities. Significant campus additions include the George Busbee International Center for Workforce Development, which opened in 2003, and the D. Scott Hudgens, Jr. Early Education Center, which opened in 2006. In the fall of 2011, the college opened its new Life Sciences Center, which serves 3,000 annually and enables GTC to both expand enrollment and add additional programs in healthcare and life sciences. In June 2010, Gwinnett Tech’s service area was expanded to include North Fulton County and the college continues to expand offerings for residents and businesses there. The college works on an ongoing basis with North Fulton high schools to offer Dual Enrollment opportunities and continues to offer Continuing Education and Adult Education classes at various company locations around North Fulton. Construction of the first facility on the new 25 acre campus is scheduled to be completed by Spring Semester 2016. Today, Gwinnett Tech offers nearly 150 associate (AAS) degrees, diplomas and certificates in 45 program areas and hundreds of continuing education seminars and workshops to improve job skills and provide specialized training. Since the beginning of the new millennium, the college has experienced enviable growth, increasing enrollment 55 percent over the last six years. Gwinnett Tech is now one of the state’s largest technical colleges and last year served over 20,000 students through the college’s credit programs, continuing education workshops and courses, and the adult education program. 3 Accreditation Gwinnett Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the associate degree. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-6794500 for questions about the accreditation of Gwinnett Technical College. In addition, some college programs hold separate licensure or accreditation status with appropriate agencies (see respective program pages). Vision, Mission, Purpose & Values Vision Teach every adult; serve every business. Mission & Purpose Advance the knowledge of individuals to enrich lives and develop workforce opportunities Gwinnett Tech, a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, is a public two-year college that serves the communities of Gwinnett and North Fulton by offering campus and distance learning for associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates in credit programs; as well as, adult and continuing education training. Values What we have: • Integrity: We say what we mean, we treat people with respect, and we honor our promises. • Commitment: We are devoted to our job, accountable to our students, our peers and our leaders. • Excellence: We strive to excel in all we do. What we provide: • Customer focus: We believe that the students and businesses we serve are our customers and we strive to consistently meet or exceed their expectations. • Adaptability: We embrace diversity and are resilient in our goal to serve an all-inclusive audience. • Leadership: We recognize our duty to lead our students and serve our community. • Lifelong learning: We believe education to be the paramount foundation for continuing success. • Innovation: We foster an environment that nurtures creativity and emerging technologies. 4 Continuing Education Continuing Education programs and services provide specific workforce training in response to the needs of individuals in our community and those of business and industry. Gwinnett Technical College offers continuing education courses for professional and workforce development in disciplines such as: • leadership and management • quality improvement • green technologies • project management • computer certifications and software • human resources • accounting and finance • marketing and communications • sales and customer service • health services • language and bilingual skills • and many more Courses are taught in seminars and workshops and are offered at a variety of times. Classes are offered on-site at a company’s location or in one of Gwinnett Tech’s hightech classrooms. Instructors are professionals with extensive backgrounds and experience in their respective fi Continuing Education units (CEU) are awarded for many continuing education classes at Gwinnett Tech. One CEU represents 10 class hours of instruction. The CEU is not a substitute for academic credit, but it is a nationally recognized standard earned for participation in qualified programs of continuing education. Additionally, CEUs are used to track continuing education activities in which a person participates over a period of time for occupational advancement or professional development. Customized Training Sometimes business challenges are too specialized for standard training solutions. In those cases, Gwinnett Technical College offers customized training options designed to meet a company’s business challenges head-on. Customized training can be held at Gwinnett Technical College’s state-of-the-art George Busbee International Center for Workforce Development or at the company’s location. Features of Gwinnett Tech’s customized training include: • assistance with training needs assessment; • teaching and facilitation of training performed by highly qualified instructors; • quality management principles integrated into instruction; and • evaluation and follow-up on training objectives. Quick Start Programs for New and Expanding Industry Companies moving into Georgia and companies expanding their Georgia operations may receive training assistance at no cost to the company through the Technical College System of Georgia’s Quick Start program. Quick Start is coordinated through 5 CONTINUING EDUCATION Gwinnett Tech and is designed to train carefully chosen Georgians for specific, clearly defined jobs within a particular company. Georgia workers learn new skills, while the company realizes a key principal objective – maximum productivity in minimum time. Existing businesses and industries may also qualify for Quick Start training. Each Quick Start program is customized to meet the specific requirements of the individual company. Most programs follow a basic pattern of consultation and analysis, development of a training plan, identification of training facilities and equipment, and instruction, including pre-employment and post-hire training. Economic Development Through the Georgia Business Expansion Support Act, a retraining tax credit may be available to employers. The objective of this tax credit is to foster the profitability and competitiveness of Georgia’s existing industry by encouraging workforce development through retraining tax incentives. Please visit the Georgia Technical College System of Georgia’s web site at www.tcsg.org for more information. Institutional Effectiveness The Office of Institutional Effectiveness is responsible for designing, conducting, and analyzing studies relating to the mission of the college, accreditation, enrollment, retention, student demographics, programming, performance, and outcome assessments. This office conducts research related to strategic planning goals, key performance indicators, and other measures of institutional effectiveness. Institutional research and planning provides support for campus academic and administrative units in research design, methods, data processing, program review, and statistical analysis. The office responds to internal and external surveys, and other requests for information about Gwinnett Tech. The office also serves as a resource outlet for committees, individual faculty and staff, and community members. Gwinnett Tech actively participates in and receives funding through the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Improvement Act. This act is Congress’ testament to the dedication and support for career and technical education through funding on the basis of accountability for results, program improvement, and technical integration between secondary schools, post-secondary schools, and business and industry. The act aligns with Gwinnett Tech’s mission by promoting the development of challenging academic and technical standards and providing appropriate educational opportunities for adequate knowledge and skills for preparation for the workforce. The Office of Institutional Effectiveness is responsible for the planning, allocating, and monitoring of this federal grant. 6 Institutional Advancement The Institutional Advancement Department includes the Office of College Communications as well as the Office of Development. The Office of College Communication is responsible for enhancing the reputation and protecting the image of Gwinnett Technical College. The support provided encompasses branding and strategic communication including advertising, media relations, publications, social media, and web development. The Office of Development’s role is to work with partners, both public and private as well as individuals and alumni, to provide additional resources to advance the work of Gwinnett Technical College. The department oversees both the Gwinnett Tech Foundation, Inc. and the Gwinnett Tech Alumni Association. Gwinnett Tech Foundation, Inc. The Gwinnett Tech Foundation, Inc. exists for the sole purpose of helping Gwinnett Tech and its students succeed through financial support including student scholarships. The Foundation’s chief priority is academic enrichment through a wide range of scholarships, staff and faculty development, capital initiatives, as well as enhancement of the college’s programs and services. Gwinnett Tech Foundation, Inc. is a separate tax-exempt, non-profit organization who provides volunteer leadership and assistance, through a Board of Trustees comprised of community leaders, to the college in its development and fund-raising efforts. The Foundation remains the primary avenue through which gifts to the college may be accepted. The role of the Foundation is to ensure contributions are managed skillfully to maximize value and fulfill donor wishes. Gifts may be designated for a specific purpose or undesignated and will be applied to best help meet the college’s current needs. Additional information about the Gwinnett Tech Foundation can be found at www.GwinnettTech.edu/foundation. 7 Student Affairs The mission of the college’s Student Affairs area is to provide a variety of support services which enable Gwinnett Tech students and customers to pursue their education and career goals and enhance their capacity for lifelong learning and professional development. The Student Affairs Division is located in building 100 and is comprised of the following offices: the Customer Service Desk, Student Recruitment, the Campus Call Center, Enrollment Support, Admissions, Registrar, Financial Aid, Assessment, Student Grant Programs (which include the Special Populations Program, and Workforce Investment Act), and the Office of Veterans Affairs. Highly skilled, professional staff are available in the Student Recruitment Center and the Enrollment Support Center between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and on Fridays between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Recruitment Information Sessions Students who seek to learn about academic program offerings and apply to the college should sign up for and attend an information session and campus tour, which provide an important overview of the college, admissions process, financial aid, and general program information. Information sessions are available throughout the week. To sign up for a session, students may visit the Student Recruitment Center, located in Room 601 of building 100 or call 678-226-6751 to schedule an appointment. Student Orientation New Student Orientation sessions are offered each semester. New students are required to attend orientation before registering for classes. These sessions provide an important foundation for academic success and transition for the first semester at the college. Some programs may also require a specific program or department orientation in addition to the New Student Orientation sessions the college provides. Students should review their admissions acceptance letters for more information. Admissions Policy The following section provides information on student classifications, admission requirements, admission procedures, application deadlines, and course credit. Admissions Process: Admission to a Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) college is a multi-step process which consists of evaluation of prior academic experience and assessment for postsecondary readiness of eligible applicants. The ability of a student to succeed in a program at a Technical College is greatly determined by the math and language skills possessed by that student. The Technical College System of Georgia is committed to assisting each student to achieve at their maximum potential. All students applying for diploma, degree, and certificate programs must be assessed prior to acceptance to a program of study at a Technical College. Students will then be admitted in accordance with the academic standards applicable to that program. Nondiscrimination: In accordance with the Statement of Equal Opportunity, Gwinnett Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, spouse of military member or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). Any student 8 STUDENT AFFAIRS with a complaint or grievance should contact Lisa Richardson, 678-226-6691, building 100, room 323B. Eligible Applicants: Individual 16 years of age or older or dually enrolled high school students in the 9th, 10th, 11th or 12th grades who seek access to quality instruction at the post-secondary level are eligible for admission. Presidents of Technical Colleges may waive the “16 years of age” requirement for secondary students who are participating in an articulated program of study. Cosmetology and health sciences program applicants must be at least 17 years old. Paramedic technology applicants must be 18 years old upon completion of the program. Required Academic Criteria To be admitted by a Technical College, applicants must satisfy one of the four academic readiness paths below: 1. A high school diploma (verified by an official transcript, including graduation date) which has met the attendance, academic, and/or assessment requirements for the state’s board of education, or equivalent agency, or a state-authorized examination the state recognizes as the equivalent of a high school diploma will be required for admission to the Technical College unless otherwise specified by the program’s standards. • Secondary schools must be accredited by an agency included on the TCSG approved accreditation agency list. Please review the college website at www.gwinnetttech.edu/forms, “TCSG Accreditation Agencies”. • Students with diplomas from secondary schools located outside the United States must have their transcripts evaluated for equivalency by an approved outside evaluation organization. Please review the college website at www.gwinnetttech.edu/forms; “Instructions for Foreign Transcript Credential Evaluation” for recommended agencies. • High school diplomas from unaccredited institutions, Certificates of Attendance or other certificates, credentials or other documents where the student did not complete all required coursework or testing required for a high school diploma in that state are not recognized for admission purposes. 2. Applicants who have successfully completed (C or better) a minimum of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours at the degree level may submit official transcripts from all previously attended colleges accredited by an accepted accrediting agency in lieu of a high school diploma or a state-authorized examination the state recognizes as the equivalent of a high school diploma as described above. 3. Applicants of home schools located in Georgia who did not attend a recognized accredited program: • Submit a Certificate of Attendance form from the local superintendent’s office or a Declaration of Intent to utilize a Home Study Program from the Georgia Department of Education verifying that the parent or legal guardian complied with the requirements of home study programs as referenced in O.C.G.A. § 20-2-690. • Submit annual progress reports or a final transcript for the equivalent of the homeschooled student’s junior and senior years. The final progress report should include the graduation date. 4. Applicants of home schools located outside the state of Georgia who did not attend a recognized accredited program: • Submit annual progress reports or a final transcript for the equivalent of the home9 STUDENT AFFAIRS schooled student’s junior and senior years. The final progress report should include the graduation date. • Submit SAT or ACT scores that meet the TCSG system minimum requirements. Note: Presidents of Technical Colleges may waive the high school diploma/high school equivalency requirements for those secondary students or those pursuing a high school equivalency who are otherwise eligible to enroll in a specific program of study. Admissions Categories Regular Program Students are those who plan to attend Gwinnett Tech for the purpose of obtaining an associate of applied science (AAS) degree, a diploma or a technical certificate of credit. Program students must meet all Gwinnett Tech admission requirements for their selected program. The general admission information in this section pertains to all degree, diploma, and technical certificate of credit programs offered by Gwinnett Tech. Admission requirements and application deadlines vary by program. In addition, certain programs accept students only once or twice a year; others, primarily in health sciences, are full-time day programs only. Program students have first priority in registering for classes and are assigned registration times according to credit hours completed. Financial aid for eligible program students is effective for the semester and program specified in the acceptance letter. Graduation requirements are based upon program requirements in effect at time of acceptance. General Studies Students are those who plan to take degree-level courses in arts and sciences (English, math, psychology, etc.). General studies students must complete an application, pay the application fee, meet admission requirements, and submit test scores or transcripts to satisfy prerequisites. General studies students do not qualify for financial aid. General studies students have access to classes listed on pages 90-91 of the catalog. Provisional Admission Status is assigned to those students who do not meet all the requirements for regular admission into a selected program. Provisionally admitted students may take learning support classes, and certain specified occupational courses as long as class pre- and co-requisites are satisfied. All technical certificate of credit, diploma, and associate degree program students initially admitted on a provisional basis must have satisfactorily completed the necessary prerequisite and learning support course work in order to progress through the State Standard Curriculum. Readmission Status after Absence or Graduation After an absence of two consecutive semesters, previously accepted program students become inactive and must reapply for admission to their programs and re-enter under the current catalog’s policies and program curriculum. Readmission is not guaranteed. Former students will not be required to pay the application fee. Students who registered at other postsecondary colleges during their absence must have all official transcripts sent to the admissions office. Students who have completed program requirements and graduated from their major must reapply for admission under a new major. Learning Support Admission Status is assigned to those students who score below the provisional cut scores in three or more areas in English, math and reading. Those scoring below learning support level scores are referred to Adult Education (Compass Support). Students with Learning Support status may not take occupational courses until achieving provisional status. Students with this status are not eligible for federal financial aid (i.e. Pell, Federal Direct Loans, SEOG, or Federal Work-Study). Special Admit Students are those who desire to take credit courses but do not plan to pursue a degree, diploma, or technical certificate of credit. Special admit students 10 STUDENT AFFAIRS are eligible to take credit classes designated as available to special admits in the class schedule provided they meet all prerequisites or test score requirements. These students must complete an application, pay the application fee, and meet admission requirements. A student can be classified special admit for one semester only. Special admit students do not qualify for financial aid. Move on When Ready (MOWR) students who are currently enrolled in a public, private or home-school high school program operated in accordance with state law in Georgia may earn college credit while finishing their high school diplomas. Students are eligible if they are admitted to an eligible, participating University System of Georgia, Technical College System of Georgia or private postsecondary institution as a dual credit enrollment student. Students must meet all dates and deadlines posted, and must follow all guidelines set forth in the catalog. Additional information is available from a Gwinnett Tech Move On When Ready advisor. Gwinnett County – Karen Howell, khowell@gwinnetttech.edu, 678-2266259, North Fulton County – Shyreeta Peacox, speacox@gwinnetttech.edu, 678-226-6378. Transfer Students are those who wish to transfer to Gwinnett Tech from other postsecondary institutions. Students applying for admission to certificate or diploma programs should be in good standing at a regionally accredited diploma- or degree-granting institution. Students applying to associate degree programs should be in good standing at a regionally accredited degree-granting institution. The admissions office should be contacted for any exceptions. Transfer students must have official transcripts sent from all colleges attended. Transient Students (another institution’s students) are those currently enrolled as students in good standing at other regionally accredited postsecondary institutions who want to take credit classes at Gwinnett Tech. These students must submit an application, pay the application fee, and submit to the Registrar’s Office a letter of transient permission from the home institution. The letter must state the specific semester and course(s) desired. For students who attend college outside of the Georgia technical college system, official transcripts must be submitted to document that the student has completed the test score / pre-requisite requirements. Students are required to meet GTC’s admissions application deadlines. Gwinnett Tech does not guarantee that transient students will be able to enroll in desired courses, nor is Gwinnett Tech responsible for advising transient students about which courses are applicable to their programs or transferable to their home institutions. Gwinnett Tech does not automatically forward transcripts to the home institution; transcripts are sent only at the transient student’s written request. Transient Students (GTC students) Gwinnett Tech’s program accepted students who wish to take courses at other institutions must complete a Request for a Transient Letter form, which is available in the Enrollment Support Center. If the course is an online course offered through GVTC, the student must also apply online at www.gvtc.org. Students must be currently enrolled, in good academic standing, have an overall grade point average of 2.0, and must meet all pre-requisites or test score requirements. If the student meets transiency requirements and has not exceeded the 60 percent transfer credit limit or 18 hour course load limit, the Registrar’s Office will forward a letter of transiency to the visiting institution. Gwinnett Tech will not guarantee the acceptance of coursework taken without transiency approval on file. Students completing course work at other institutions must request that an official transcript be sent to the Registrar’s Office at Gwinnett Tech before credit will be awarded. Transfer credit will be awarded upon course completion with a grade of 2.0 or better. 11 STUDENT AFFAIRS Continuing Education Students are those who plan to attend Gwinnett Tech for the purpose of taking noncredit courses, seminars, and/or specialty courses but who do not wish to earn a degree, diploma, or technical certificate of credit. Continuing Education students are not required to follow the same admission procedures as program students; however, completion of an information form is required at registration. Registration information for Continuing Education students is available by selecting the link for Continuing Education on our website at www.GwinnettTech.edu as well as in Achieve!, a publication containing the Continuing Education class schedule. Additional information is available from the Continuing Education office at 770-995-9697. General Admission Procedures To be accepted to Gwinnett Tech as a program student, all applicants must complete the following process: 1. Submit a completed, signed application for admission with a non-refundable application fee of $25. 2. Submit official documents to satisfy one of the four academic readiness paths described above. Applicants currently in high school should submit a partial high school transcript at the time of application and an official final transcript following graduation. Note: “Official” means mailed directly or hand-delivered in an unopened, sealed envelope from the releasing institution. 3. Provide proof of Lawful Presence in the United States and Residency status for tuition rate purposes. Please review the college website at www.gwinnetttech.edu/forms; “Residency Verification”. 4. Request official transcripts be sent from all colleges, universities, or other postsecondary institutions attended (regardless of length of attendance or completion of courses). International documents must be evaluated by a NACES approved agency. Please review the college website at www.gwinnetttech.edu/forms; “Instructions for Foreign Transcript Credential Evaluation” for approved agencies. 5. Request official SAT, ACT, CPE, COMPASS or ASSET test scores be sent if taken within five years of the date of application. If no scores are available or if scores are over five years old, testing is available in the assessment center. 6. Some programs may require additional documentation. For more information contact your program advisor. Students will receive an acceptance letter once all documents have been received and all admissions requirements have been met. (Some programs use additional selection criteria to determine acceptance. For competitive admissions programs see “Competitive Admissions Program Entrance Requirements” below). Verification of Lawful Presence in the United States Requirements Effective January 1, 2012, all students applying for in-state tuition must provide validation of lawful presence in the United States. The following documents will serve as proof of lawful presence in the United States and documentation will be required before you are eligible for consideration of in-state tuition: 12 STUDENT AFFAIRS • A current Driver’s License issued by the State of Georgia after January 1, 2008. • A current ID issued by the State of Georgia after January 1, 2008. • A current Driver’s License or ID issued by a state that verifies immigration status and only issues to persons lawfully present in the United States. The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) will accept the following: Alabama: Issued after August 1, 2000 Florida: Issued after January 1, 2010 South Carolina: Issued after November 1, 2008 Tennessee: Issued after May 29, 2004 • A certified U.S. Birth Certificate showing the student was born in the U.S. or a U.S. territory. A photocopy is not acceptable. • A current, valid Permanent Resident Card (USCIS form I-151 or I-551). • A current, valid military identification card for active duty soldiers or veterans. • A current U.S. Passport. • A U.S. Certificate of Citizenship (USCIS form N-560 or N-561). • A U.S. Certificate of Naturalization (USCIS form N-550 or N-570). • Conditional Permanent Resident Card (I-551C). • Arrival-Departure Record (I-94) issued by Department of Homeland Security showing: - Refugee - Asylum Granted - Parolee - Victim of Human Trafficking Any student who cannot be verified as lawfully present in the United States is not eligible to be considered for in-state tuition, regardless of how long he or she has lived in Georgia. In addition to being lawfully present in the United States, students must meet the in-state tuition requirements as outlined in TCSG Board Policy and Procedure V.B.3 to warrant an in-state classification. Students that are initially classified as out-of-state, and successfully petition to have their residency changed to in-state also have to meet the verification requirement. Georgia Residency Requirements Dependent Students: • A Dependent Student meets the Georgia Residency Requirements, for purposes of this procedure and the related policies, if his or her Parent has established and maintained Domicile in the State of Georgia for at least 12 consecutive months immediately preceding the first day of classes of the school term for which the student is seeking in-state tuition, and such student graduate from an Eligible High School located in the State of Georgia; or • A Dependent Student meets the Georgia Residency Requirements, for purposes of this procedure and related policies, if a United States court-appointed Legal Guardian has established and maintained Domicile in the State of Georgia for at least 12 months immediately preceding the first day of classes of the school term for which the student is seeking in-state tuition, provided that the appointment was not made to avoid payment of Out-of-State Tuition. 13 STUDENT AFFAIRS Independent Students: • An Independent Student meets the Georgia Residency requirements, for purposes of this procedures and the related policies, if he or she has established and maintained Domicile in the State of Georgia for at least 12 consecutive months immediately preceding the first day of classes of the school term for which the student is seeking In-State Tuition. Assessment Center The Assessment Center at Gwinnett Tech provides appropriate assessment services to meet the needs of college students, area businesses, and the community. For a complete list of testing services available please review our website at www.GwinnettTech.edu; Assessment Center. COMPASS Test Student admission to a program requires official SAT, ACT, CPE, COMPASS, or ASSET test scores are sent directly to the Admissions Office if taken within five years of the student’s application date. Students who do not have appropriate scores may sit for the COMPASS test in the Assessment Center during the posted hours of operation. Initial tests are provided free of charge with a current application and include reading, writing, and mathematics. Candidates must provide current picture identification (e.g., driver’s license, passport, student ID). The test is adaptive and un-timed. Candidates should allow approximately two to three hours for completing the test. Results are available at the time of testing, and an enrollment advisor reviews the recommendations with each candidate. Candidates may retest on COMPASS only one time following a mandatory 14-day period from the initial test date. The Assessment Center staff can provide a list of helpful websites for additional practice. The cost of the re-test (reading, writing, pre-algebra, and algebra) is $25 per section and is paid by the candidate prior to testing. The candidate only pays for the section retested. If cut scores on the retest are not adequate for program admission, the student must complete the recommended learning support courses. Minimum Scores for Admission to Associate of Applied Science Degree Programs SAT ACT COMPASS ASSET CPE Verbal 480 Math 440 Reading 17 English 20 Math 19 Reading 79 Writing 62 Pre-algebra 37 Algebra 37 Reading 41 Writing 42 Algebra 45 Reading 75 English 75 Math 75 Minimum Scores for Admission to Diploma or Technical Certificate Programs SAT Verbal 430 Math 400 ACT COMPASS ASSET Reading 15 Reading 70 Reading 38 English 17 Writing 38 Writing 38 Math 17 Pre-algebra 37 Algebra 38 Drafting also requires a 29 algebra score CPE Reading 75 English 75 Math 75 Minimum test scores have also been set for admission to the credit programs. Students not attaining the required scores will be referred to the Adult Education office for COMPASS support services. These services are offered at no charge to students and assist 14 STUDENT AFFAIRS them in attaining the skills necessary for success in credit classes. Students may elect to self-remediate; however, they must achieve the required minimum score before being allowed to attend credit classes. Information for taking the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or the American College Testing (ACT) program can be obtained from high school counselors; CEEB, P.O. Box 592, Princeton, NJ 08541, 609-771-7600, www.collegeboard.com, for SAT information; or ACT Records, P.O. Box 451, Iowa City, IA 52243, 319-337-1320, www.act.org, for ACT information. Proctored Exams The Assessment Center is a member of the Consortium of the National College Testing Association and proctors exams for distance learning/online courses. Contact 678-2266605 for more information and to arrange college exams at Gwinnett Tech. Competitive Admissions Program Entrance Requirements Admission to some programs, primarily in health sciences, use a combination of factors for evaluating admissibility which may include required college courses (pre-requisite courses), placement examination scores, interviews, essays, and grade point average. In addition, these programs may have file completion deadlines. For health sciences programs with a file completion deadline, applicant files must include, but are not limited to, the following items by the deadline: • A completed Competitive Program Selection File Review Packet submitted to the Enrollment Support Center by the Program application deadline. • Must be currently enrolled or admitted to the Healthcare Science or Healthcare Assistant certificate. • Student must be in good academic standing. • All previous transcripts – GED, high school and/or all previous colleges must have been received by the College. • Required prerequisite courses must be completed with minimum grade of “C” or better. Note: Some programs may allow “in progress” prerequisite courses, currently enrolled in, to be completed by the prerequisite deadline. • Overall minimum Program GPA or higher must be earned in the prerequisite courses. Health science program applicants are placed in the health care science or health care assistant program to complete any required pre-requisites. Applicants not accepted to their selected program of study are encouraged to meet with the staff at the Enrollment Support Center, located in building 100 to choose an alternate program. Competitive Admissions Programs Application, Prerequisites, & Deadlines Many programs fill before the application deadline; therefore, early application is recommended. Special Priority file completion deadlines and prerequisite course completion deadlines apply for certain competitive admissions programs. Please visit the Enrollment Support Center located in building 100 for additional information regarding application and prerequisite deadlines to competitive admissions programs. All materials submitted in support of a student’s application become the property of Gwinnett Tech and will not be returned to the applicant. Applications for admission and supporting documents are maintained for one year. Deadlines and start dates are subject to change. For application file completion and pre15 STUDENT AFFAIRS requisite completion deadlines for competitive admissions programs, please visit www. gwinnetttech.edu/forms. For specific questions please contact the Enrollment Support Center in building 100, or call 470-448-1201 or by email at HealthTeam@gwinnetttech.edu. FILE COMPLETION DOES NOT GUARANTEE AN INTERVIEW OR ACCEPTANCE. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS. PREREQUISITES MUST BE COMPLETED BY DEADLINES LISTED. BIOL, BUSN, and ALHS courses must be completed within five years prior to the published Health Program file completion deadline. Chemistry and physics courses have a 10-year limit. Exceptions will be made on an individual basis for students with bachelor degrees in chemistry or physics. Biology courses have a 5-year limit. Students who have passed biology lecture and lab courses (Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Microbiology, General Biology) more than 5 years ago are eligible to take an exemption exam for a particular biology course in the Assessment Center. If a student scores an 80% or above on the course exemption exam, he/she will receive exemption credit (lecture and lab) for that particular course. The following programs require a Health Essay: • Radiologic Technology • Veterinary Technology • Cardiovascular Technology Essays forms are available online at www.gwinnetttech.edu/forms. Essays must be submitted with competitive health application by appropriate deadline. The following Health programs require additional testing: • Paramedic: Applicants must complete EMT program first, pass EMT registry exam and submit proof of their GA EMT license. Once accepted, applicants will be advised to take core classes before they can begin Paramedic classes. • Medical Assisting, Surgical Technology, Veterinary Technology: Teas V. Please see competitive health packets at www.gwinnetttech.edu/forms for additional testing information. • Nursing: Please see competitive health packets at www.gwinnetttech.edu/forms for additional testing information. Kaplan and TEAS V study guides are available for purchase at the GTC bookstore or may be purchased online at www.efollett.com. Additional study materials are available at the Enrollment Support Center. Health programs are highly competitive and space-limited. A comprehensive selection process is required for Health programs. Applicants who complete their file, prerequisites and other requirements by program deadlines given will be considered for the program but are not guaranteed acceptance. Credit Hour Following the U.S. Department of Education guidance to institutions and accrediting agencies, as noted in the final regulations published on October 29, 2010, GTC defines a credit hour as follows: “An amount of work represented in intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of student achievement that is an institutionally established equivalency that reasonably approximates not less than: 16 STUDENT AFFAIRS 1. One hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours out of class student work each week for approximately fifteen weeks for one semester or trimester hour of credit, or ten to twelve weeks for one quarter hour of credit, or the equivalent amount of work over a different amount of time, or 2. At least an equivalent amount of work as required outlined in item 1 above for other academic activities as established by the institution including laboratory work, internships, practicums, studio work, and other academic work leading to the award of credit hours.” One distance learning or hybrid course credit hour is defined as an equivalent amount of instruction and student work leading to equivalent learning outcomes, as required for a traditional class. Course Credit Course credit awarded by other than satisfactory completion of a course at Gwinnett Tech may be earned as follows: • Advanced Placement Credit • Secondary Articulation Credit • College Level Examination Placement Credit (CLEP) • Exemption Exam • Credit by Transfer • Military Credit (see Credit by Transfer) • Non-Collegiate Course Credit Advanced Placement Credit Students who receive a score of 3 or better on the College Board Advanced Placement (AP) test will be awarded appropriate credit. Official test scores should be mailed directly from the College Board to Gwinnett Tech’s Registrar’s Office. Students who have not received confirmation of credit prior to registration should contact the Enrollment Support Center. Secondary Articulation Credit Program students who qualify for advanced standing credit by articulation or through articulation agreements must have earned a minimum grade of B in comparable secondary technical courses in order to exempt Gwinnett Tech courses. Course credit by articulation is recorded as AC on the transcript and does not require payment of course fees. This credit is not included in the calculation of the student’s GPA. The institution requires an examination and a minimum score of 80 percent on a written and/or performance test on the course competencies. This examination may be taken only once. Those programs that provide for transfer to four-year institutions may approve articulation agreements which award Gwinnett Tech program credit for completion of selected secondary courses. Such dual credit options will be earned through the administration of the specific Gwinnett Tech program course final examination under the direction of Gwinnett Tech program faculty. Award of credit requires a minimum score of 80 percent on the examination. A grade of B will be awarded for scores of 80 to 89 and a grade of A will be awarded for scores of 90 to 100. Such credit will not require Gwinnett Tech course enrollment and will be reflected on the transcript as Gwinnett Tech credit and calculated as part of the student’s GPA. This examination may be taken only once. This credit shall be applied to the student’s record once he/she matriculates to the technical college. The secondary student must articulate within 2 years after high school graduation, unless dictated by program’s standards. Additional information is available from the Assessment Coordinator at 678-226-6303. 17 STUDENT AFFAIRS College Level Examination Placement Credit (CLEP) Gwinnett Tech awards credit for a limited number of college level subject exams. For credit to be granted, the scores received must be at the 50th percentile or higher. Students wishing to earn CLEP credit for any courses should contact the assessment center at 678-226-6605 or email assessmentoffice@gwinnetttech.edu for further information. Exemption Exam A currently enrolled or accepted program student may receive course credit by passing an examination if one is offered. A list of exemption exams is available in the Assessment Center. The student must achieve a minimum score of 80 percent in order to receive course credit. Course credit by examination is recorded as EXE on the transcript and is not included in the calculation of the student’s GPA. EXE credit does not count as institutional credit. Exemption exams are administered in the Assessment Center by appointment. Students should consult with their advisors regarding specific program procedures. Students may not request exemption tests for courses in which they have been enrolled or withdrawn from nor may they take an exemption test more than once. Students must have completed any required pre-requisites prior to taking the exam. Exams must be completed and graded prior to the start of the upcoming term. In order to graduate from Gwinnett Tech, at least 40% of program credits must be earned from courses taken at Gwinnett Tech. A non-refundable testing fee of $50.00 will be charged for each course to be exempted. The procedure for requesting credit by examination is as follows: 1. Complete an Exemption Examination Request Form available in the Assessment Center. 2. Contact the Assessment Center to schedule a time to complete the exam. Course competencies are also available for each exam. Pay the non-refundable exam fee of $50.00 in the Assessment Center at the scheduled time. 3. 4. Show identification with a photograph at the time of the test. The test will be graded and forwarded to the Registrar’s Office with the completed exemption test form indicating Pass (recorded on transcript as EXE) or Fail (not recorded on transcript). Exemption exam must be completed and graded prior to the start of term. Once a student has registered and begins attendance for a class, exemption credit is no longer an option. Credit by Transfer Transfer credit is evaluated after the student is admitted to the college. Evaluators have numerous resources for obtaining information for external U.S. institutions, including catalog course descriptions, credits, etc. The same information is not available for international institutions and is required in order to award transfer credits. In order to be considered for transfer credits, the following are evaluated: course descriptions, credit hours/ lecture hours/lab hours and prerequisites, if applicable. In order for international transcripts to be evaluated for GTC course credit, the evaluation of the student’s transcript, conducted by a NACES credential service, must include the following: • Description of country’s higher education system and the role of the institution in that system. 18 STUDENT AFFAIRS • Verification that the institution is approved by the country’s approving/accrediting agency (e.g., ministry of education) and that the accreditation is equivalent to a U.S. regionally accredited institution. • The hours completed and their semester-unit equivalences, • Grades – U.S. equivalent (i.e. A-f, Pass/No Pass or percentage), including the percentage required for a passing grade. • Transfer credit will not be considered for evaluations that do not meet these provisions. Transfer credit, once awarded, is available for viewing online at www.gtc-web.org. Course credit by transfer is recorded as TR Grade (e.g. TRB) on the transcript and does not require the payment of course fees. This credit is not included in the calculation of the student’s GPA and does not count as institutional credit. Students should contact the Registrar’s Office with any questions (email tcevaluation@gwinnetttech.edu). In order to graduate, at least 40% of program credits must be earned from courses taken at Gwinnett Tech. The following guidelines apply to the evaluation of transfer credit: • Official transcripts are required from all colleges previously attended. Transfer credit will only be considered from regionally accredited postsecondary institutions previously attended. Only appropriately equivalent courses with a minimum grade of “C” (2.0) will be considered for transfer credit. The college may accept credits from non-regionally accredited TCSG colleges after verification of compliance with regional accreditation standards. • A review of college transcripts and evaluation of courses for transfer credit is initiated by the Registrar’s Office only after the student is officially accepted to the college and a program of study. This review may take 4 to 6 weeks to process and during peak periods, such as the three weeks prior to the start of a term, evaluations may take as long as 6 to 8 weeks. If a written course description or syllabus is needed, students are responsible for obtaining the appropriate course documentation. Equivalencies and requirements may change without notice. Students who require an expedited transfer credit evaluation may use the “Instructions to request expedited transfer credit evaluation” on page 372. • Students seeking transfer credit for additional courses not transferred in from initial evaluation of transcripts by the Registrar’s Office upon acceptance for admission must submit a “request for reevaluation” via email to: tcevaluation@gwinnetttech. edu. Reevaluation requests must specify the originating college and course number(s), and the Gwinnett Tech corresponding course number. • The division or program faculty and academic dean may be consulted for the GTC equivalencies of some courses. Any question or dispute regarding the granting of transfer credit is ultimately decided by the Vice President of Academic Affairs, whose decision is final. • Time limits are imposed on some courses; for example, Automotive Technology courses have a five year time limit. Testing (written and/or performance) may be required. • Transfer credit for military service schools is awarded based on American Council of Education (ACE) recommendations as listed in the Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Services and approval by the appropriate division dean/program director. 19 STUDENT AFFAIRS • Gwinnett Tech reserves the right to rescind previously awarded student course exemption and transfer credit as warranted. Previously awarded transfer credit applicable to graduated student programs are permanent and will not be removed. • An evaluation of courses for transfer credit is required for each change of major or program of study. Comparable course-to-course transfer may be accepted based on demonstrated learning competencies consistent with GTC’s courses, program of study applicability, and credit requirements. • Credits from one former institution appearing on the transcript of another institution can neither be evaluated nor accepted for credit until a transcript has been received from the institution originating the credit. • Transfer credit will not be awarded for credit earned by examination or test that was administered at other institutions. • Advanced Placement Credit (a score of 3 or better is required) can only be awarded if official reports of AP credit scores are sent from the College Board to the Gwinnett Tech Registrar’s Office. Unofficial or faxed copies cannot be accepted. Grades are not granted for credits earned. • Credit weight in terms of hours must be equal or equivalent to Gwinnett Technical College course(s). • It is the student’s responsibility to confirm that all appropriate transfer credit has been posted to their academic transcript prior to making decisions about what courses to take. Non-Collegiate Course Credit Students can request credit for non-collegiate sponsored instruction (e.g. standard industry certification/ licensing) by completing a request form and providing official transcripts, test scores, certificates, and /or licensees as appropriate. Students submit the completed request form and accompanying material to the Assessment Center for evaluation. Credit awards will be granted in compliance with American Council on Education guidelines in accordance with institutional policies as provided in the GTC catalog. Industry certification must be current for college credit to be awarded. Noncredit Courses/Continuing Education Units Noncredit courses/Continuing Education units do not qualify for credit toward technical certificates of credit or diploma/degree programs. Registration Gwinnett Tech registration dates are listed on the academic calendar at the front of the catalog. Individual registration dates and times are available by signing on to Gwinnett Tech’s web site, www.gtc-web.org. Students who no-show from classes in a given term will be assigned a later time ticket for registration in the following term. Registration is conducted via the web and occurs in two phases: regular registration and late registration. • Schedule of classes contains information and deadlines concerning registration. Students are advised to read the schedule carefully and note the required procedures and deadlines. Failure to follow these instructions exactly may result in unnecessary delays in registration or inability to get required classes for the term. Students are encouraged to seek academic advisement prior to registration. Students may not attend classes until registration has been completed and registration fees are paid. 20 STUDENT AFFAIRS • Drop for Non-payment: Students who fail to pay their registration fees by the end of the registration, late registration or drop/add period as stated in the Schedule of Classes will be dropped from their classes and notified by their student email account. Those who have applied for financial aid but have not received notification of financial aid award at time of payment deadline must pay their registration fees by the deadline. • Regular registration is open to all students who apply by the application deadline for early registration. Individual registration times vary based on program acceptance and hours completed towards graduation. • Late registration is open to all students who do not take advantage of early registration or who apply by the application deadline for late registration. A non-refundable late registration fee applies. Students may make changes to their schedules during early and late registration as well as during drop/add (first three days of the term). Changes are done via the web. Courses dropped during this time will not be included on a student’s transcript. A 100 percent refund is given for drops done before the fourth day of the term. • Drop/Add: Students who wish to make changes to their schedules must do so via the web no later than the third day of the term. Courses dropped during this time will not be included on a student’s transcript. A 100 percent refund is given for drops done before the fourth day of the term. • Drop for No-show: Students who do not participate or attend in the first week of classes will be designated as “No Show” and will be removed from the class roster. Online students who do not participate during the first week of the semester will be dropped as a “No Show.” For hybrid courses that meet once per week, students must attend or participate online during the week to avoid “No Show” designation. When submitted as a no show, the course will not appear on the student’s academic record and a 100% refund of applicable tuition and applicable refundable fees will be given. Financial aid students will be responsible for all charges related to any classes for which they are designated as “No Show. Financial aid will not pay for “No-Show” classes. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm his/her registration status for each course during the registration and drop/add periods. The responsibility to register for classes and drop those classes that are no longer desired to be taken resides solely with the student. Classes in which students no longer desire to participate should be dropped during registration or the drop/add period. The “No Show” process is the college’s administrative recordkeeping process and students should not attempt to use or rely on this process to ensure classes are removed from their schedules. • Withdrawal: Students who need to withdraw from one or more courses may do so beginning day four of the term. Students are required to review the academic calendar for withdrawal deadlines and to determine the last day to withdraw with a “W” grade; this information is available at www.gwinnetttech.edu (Dates & Deadlines >View the calendar>select term). Withdrawals after the period to withdraw with a “W” grade will result in a grade of “WF”. Students enrolled in classes for mini-terms B or C may withdraw through week four of that term. Withdrawals after week four will result in a grade of “WF”. Students who must withdraw from all classes will have to do so in person. Students may withdraw in person at the Enrollment Support Center by completing and signing a course withdrawal form. All withdrawals are subject to published deadlines in the class schedule and academic calendar. Course withdrawals after the third day of the term will be included on the student’s transcript. Financial aid students should check with the Financial Aid Office prior to withdrawing from a class to ensure 21 STUDENT AFFAIRS their award will not be impacted negatively. If a student drops a class within the first three calendar days of the term, the student will receive 100% of the tuition and fees paid. After the third day of the term, no refunds will be given. Students can with- draw from all, but the last class, online via BANNER Web. Audit Status Students who wish to audit a course must obtain approval from the appropriate division dean or program director prior to registration and payment of course fees. Students who wish to change from credit to audit status may do so during the first seven calendar days of the term with approval from the division dean. A student must be admitted to the college to a major which allows the course to be audited and meet any prerequisite or co-requisite requirements to audit a course. A specific course may be audited more than once. An audit does not count as an attempt with regards to the three time rule outlined under “Letter Grades.” At the discretion of the instructor, auditing students may be required to meet any or all of the course requirements such as attendance, examinations, etc. Auditing students will receive a grade of AU (noncredit) upon completion of the course. Course Load Students may not register for more than 18 hours of credit in any one semester. This includes courses taken at the college and as a transient student. • Full-time: A student who carries a minimum of 12 credit hours. This is the minimum academic load required by the Veterans Administration and the Social Security Administration. • Freshman: A student who has completed less than 30 semester hours. • Sophomore: A student who has completed a minimum of 30 semester hours. • Students on Academic Probation: A student on academic probation is limited to 12 hours per semester. Change of Major Students are limited to two changes of major per academic year. The “Change of Major” form must be completed with the Enrollment Support Center no later than the admissions file completion deadline for a given term. The change of major form is available at the Enrollment Support Center located in building 100. There can be no class registrations pending for the desired semester of activation of new major. Second Major Only certificate level programs will be considered for the second major option. The “Approval of Second Major” form must be completed in the Enrollment Support Center no later than the admissions file completion deadline for a given term. There can be no class registrations pending for the desired semester of activation of second major. Restrictions will apply for students utilizing financial aid. Please see your Enrollment advisor for further information. Veteran’s Administration benefits do not fund second majors. Distance Education Courses The policies/procedures for registering for distance education courses are as follows: • For Gwinnett Tech distance education courses, students must follow the normal online web registration process, including dates and times. • For distance education courses offered by other technical colleges in the Georgia 22 STUDENT AFFAIRS system, students should apply online via www.gvtc.org. Students wanting to take courses offered by other technical colleges should follow the host school’s transient student guidelines. • Students must have a reliable connection to the internet, preferably a broadband connection using DSL or cable. Dial-up internet connections will not provide adequate speed or bandwidth to effectively participate in a distance education course. To learn more about computer requirements for distance education courses, go to www.gwinnetttech.angellearning.com. • Students are required to take 40 percent or more of their program’s course work credits from Gwinnett Tech if they wish to graduate from Gwinnett Tech. Distance education courses offered by Gwinnett Tech count towards that 40 percent; distance education courses offered by other technical colleges count as transfer credit. Graduation Gwinnett Tech’s Graduation Office is located in the Enrollment Support Center. The Graduation Office works with program advisors to verify and confer student graduation awards. Students are encouraged to meet with their program advisors before registration for their final term at Gwinnett Tech. Your program advisor or Enrollment Support advisor can confirm that you are on track to complete the requirements for your program of study. Gwinnett Tech’s formal commencement ceremony is held in May. Students completing graduation requirements during the current academic year (Fall, Spring, and Summer) are eligible to participate in the formal ceremony. Students are encouraged to complete the graduation application before registration for their final term. All graduation applications must be received by March 1 in order to participate in the commencement ceremony. Students must submit an application for graduation at www.gtc-web.org by clicking on Personal Information, Graduation Application & Exit Survey. Completion of program requirements does not constitute graduation. Graduation applications must be received within one year of program completion in order to be awarded. A cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher is required at the end of the term the program of study is to be awarded. Students are required to earn a minimum of 40% of their program’s required credits at Gwinnett Tech in order to be granted an award. Students must complete all required learning support coursework in order to graduate from certificate, diploma or degree programs. Please note that when a student graduates from his or her program, SCT 100/COMP 1000, Introduction to computers cannot be older than seven years The student’s options are to take COMP 1000 over or take the exemption exam for COMP 1000 in the assessment center. Many CIST courses cannot be older than seven years at the time of graduation. Once a graduation application is received in the Graduation office, students will receive an email to their student email account, including confirmation the graduation application has been received, along with a Degree Works graduation audit. Students are to contact their faculty advisor with all questions regarding completion of their program of study. There will be a $35 fee assessed for the processing of a graduation application. This is a one-time fee per academic year. This means that if a student is charged this fee once during an academic year, he or she will not be charged this fee a second time during that academic year even for additional graduation applications. This is a non-refundable fee covering the cost of processing the graduation application and verification of completion of certificate, diploma, or degree graduation requirements. This graduation fee is charged 23 STUDENT AFFAIRS even if the academic award applied for is ultimately denied because of outstanding coursework or failure to meet other graduation requirements. The graduation fee is charged even if the student does not plan to march in the commencement ceremony. Once the graduation application is processed, the Graduation office will assess the $35 fee and it will appear on the student account the following business day as amount owed. The $35 fee will not be assessed for certificates which are embedded in the curriculum of a degree or diploma the student is pursuing. For additional questions or information concerning graduation contact the Graduation Office at graduationoffice@gwinnetttech.edu. Commencement Ceremony Students wishing to participate in the commencement ceremony must register to march by emailing their name, 900#, and program of study name to commencement@gwinnetttech. edu. Submitting a graduation application does not register a student to participate in commencement. Specified caps and gowns are required for the formal ceremony. Information for purchasing/renting caps and gowns is available from the bookstore. Students participating in commencement will receive a diploma cover during the ceremony. Applications for graduation must be submitted by March 1 for program completion during the current academic year in order to participate in the commencement ceremony. Additional information on the annual ceremony is located online at www.gwinnetttech.edu/commencement. Courtesy Commencement March Policy for Those Completing in Summer Term A student who will complete all coursework for his/her degree/diploma/certificate in summer term will be allowed to march with his/her class during the commencement ceremony held annually in May if he/she has met the following criteria: 1. Must have submitted an application for graduation for summer term. 2. Must be registered for the outstanding course(s) for summer term. 3. Must register by email their intent to march in the commencement ceremony. A student allowed to “courtesy march” in each year’s commencement will be awarded his/her degree, diploma, or certificate at the end of summer term, pending satisfactory completion of all mandatory program requirements. For additional information concerning commencement, email commencement@ gwinnetttech.edu. Instructions to Evaluate Your Degree Status • • • • • • • • • • 24 Login to www.gtc-web.org Enter Student/Faculty Secure Area o User ID: enter your student ID or social security number o PIN: enter your birth date in 6-digit format (MMDDYY) Select Student Services & Financial Aid Select Degree Works Select Link to Degree Works To run a query on another program, select What If from the menu at the left of the screen. Select Catalog Year Select Program Name from drop down menu (If program includes a concentration, select Concentration, then pick from drop down menu. Select Process What-If Contact your Faculty Advisor if you have any questions regarding your Degree Works graduation audit. STUDENT AFFAIRS Student Records Notification of Rights under Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Access: Annually, Gwinnett Tech informs students of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA). The college is committed to ensuring the privacy and personal information of all students, including those enrolled in distance education/online learning courses and programs. The college’s learning management system (ANGEL) and online grade submissions are password protected; neither violates FERPA. Online instructors are required to respect students’ privacy rights regarding their educational records. Student educational records are maintained and disclosed according to the guidelines of this policy. This Act, with which the institution fully complies, was designed to protect the privacy of education records, to establish the right of students to inspect and review their education records, and to provide guidelines for the correction of inaccurate or misleading data through informal and formal hearings. Educational records include any records (in handwriting and in print, on tape, film, computer, or other media) maintained by Gwinnett Tech that are directly related to a student as specifically outlined in the federal guidelines and in this catalog. Under FERPA, TSCG and its technical colleges must provide an eligible student with an opportunity to inspect and review his or her education records within 45 days following its receipt of a request. Students have the right to file complaints with the Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-4605, concerning alleged failures by the institution to comply with the Act. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (“FERPA”), a Federal law, requires that TCSG and its technical colleges, with certain exceptions, obtain a student’s written consent prior to the disclosure of personally identifiable information from that student’s education records. However, TCSG or its technical colleges may disclose appropriately designated “directory information” without written consent unless the student has advised TCSG or the technical college to the contrary. Directory information, which is information that is generally not considered harmful or an invasion of privacy if released, can also be disclosed to outside organizations without the student’s prior written consent. If a student does not want TCSG or the technical college to disclose directory information from his or her student education records without prior written consent, the student must notify TCSG or the technical college where he or she is enrolled in writing by the first day of the semester at the Registrar’s Office at his or her technical college. A student needs only to file this notification once during his or her enrollment. However, if there is a break in enrollment or transfer to another TCSG technical college, a new notification must be filed. Even if a student elects to prohibit the release of directory information, TCSG or the technical college may still implement policies requiring the student to wear or present a student ID badge. The Technical College System of Georgia and its technical colleges define “directory information” as follows full name of student, email address(es), major and field(s) of study, degrees and awards including nature and date received, dates of attendance, school or division of enrollment, enrollment status (i.e., full or part-time, undergraduate, graduate), name of institution last attended, participation in official sports and activities, height and weight of athletic team members, photograph(s). No information (excluding directory information) will be released to a third party without the written consent of the individual or as directed by law. Additionally, certain state and federal laws require the release of certain student information without prior notification to the student. Institutional policy explains in detail the procedures to be used for compliance with the 25 STUDENT AFFAIRS provisions of the Act. Copies of the Statement of Policy: Access to student records are available in the Registrar’s Office. Gwinnett Tech guarantees students, regardless of dates of attendance, the right to inspect and review all official records created during their period of enrollment at the college. Any requests for a record review shall be presented in writing to the registrar. The registrar will complete a file review within a reasonable time frame as set by federal regulations. Any review of records will be conducted on college premises, and no material may be copied or removed from the file. Academic records for students are maintained by the Registrar’s Office and include acceptance letters, entrance exam reports, admission applications, transcripts from other postsecondary institutions, high school transcripts, GED transcripts, relevant correspondence, transfer credit evaluations, graduation applications, graduation evaluations, and Gwinnett Tech transcripts. Students who wish to allow parents or other third parties to have access to their confidential records and information must complete a “Consent to Disclose Information” form in the Enrollment Support Center. This form specifies what information may be released and to whom it may be released. Valid government-issued photo identification is required of all parties upon submission of the form. All parties are required to be present upon submission of the form. Student records relating to disabilities and special services are maintained by the ADA/ Section 504 coordinator. These records are confidential and are not released to any faculty or staff member without expressed permission from the student. These records are kept separately from academic files and are not used in determining admissibility for any program, club, or service provided by Gwinnett Tech. Required Annual Notification to Students of Their Rights under FERPA Students are hereby notified through publication of this catalog, also available online on the college website at www.GwinnettTech.edu, that they have rights under FERPA including: right to inspect and review education records; right to request amendment of education records; Right to consent to disclosures, with certain exceptions; and right to file a complaint with U.S. Department of Education. Students requesting a review of education records must send a written request to the registrar of the college. The registrar will respond within the timeline and in the manner required by law. Students should be advised that education records may be disclosed to school officials including full-time administrators and academic program with legitimate educational interest, for making decisions regarding student placement, program acceptance and completion or for the generation of required state and federal reports. Retention of Records Gwinnett Tech follows the guidelines set by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers as published in Retention of Records. The Registrar’s Office permanently retains Gwinnett Tech academic records (grades) for all credit students. Documents of students maintained for a minimum of five years after the last date of attendance include: applications, acceptance letters, test scores, transcripts from other schools, program changes, applications for graduation, graduation authorizations, and transfer credit evaluations. Release of Directory Information Students are advised that no education records will be released to anyone (except certain organizations stipulated by FERPA regulation) without the written consent of the student. In addition, under terms of the Act, the college classifies certain items of a student’s records as “directory information.” These items of information may be released to any third 26 STUDENT AFFAIRS party at the discretion of the college. Student directory information is defined as the student’s name, address, telephone number, e-mail address, date of birth, program of study, dates of attendance, status as full- or part-time, and degrees, diplomas, certificates, and awards applied for and/or received. To suppress the release of directory information, students must complete a Request to Prevent Disclosure of Directory Information available in the Enrollment Support Center or on the website www.gtc-web.org. Solomon Amendment The Solomon Amendment requires Gwinnett Tech to release directory information to the military for recruitment purposes. The scope of information that Gwinnett Tech is required to produce under the Solomon Amendment is broader in scope than the student information traditionally released by schools as “directory information” under FERPA. Gwinnett Tech functions in compliance with the regulations of the Solomon Amendment. To suppress the release of information, students must complete a Request to Prevent Disclosure of Directory Information available in the Enrollment Support Center or on the website at www.gtc-web.org. Change in Address Students with changes in address, or phone numbers should complete a student change form. Students must present photo identification in the Enrollment Support Center or use secure student email. Requests must include student ID numbers and be emailed to registrarsoffice@GwinnettTech.edu. Change in Name Students with changes in name should complete a student change form. Students must present to the Enrollment Support Center photo identification with legal verification of change and one of the following, i.e. social security card, marriage license, divorce decree. Only original documents will be accepted. Transcripts Students may request official transcripts by completing the Request for Transcript Form available in the Enrollment Support Center, on the college’s student portal www.gtc-web. org, or by submitting a written request including student ID (900#) number, a copy of photo identification, and signature via fax to 770-685-1267. The college will not release copies of student transcripts without written permission from the student. Photo identification is not required if transcripts are released directly to an institution of higher learning. Students will receive the first transcript requested free of charge but all additional transcripts will require a fee of $5.00 per transcript. Students can request same day service for transcripts submitted for a $25 fee, Transcripts are processed only after all financial obligations to the college have been satisfied. COMPASS scores do not appear on the transcript and require an additional request for COMPASS scores. Applicants are responsible for completing a timely application. The Registrar’s Office is not responsible for delays caused by postal or courier services. Web Central Web Central is available to assist with questions related to registration and other web-related services. Contact Web Central at 678-226-6411 or email webcentral@GwinnettTech.edu. CLEP Test The College-Level Examination Program is a national program of credit by examination that allows students to obtain recognition for college-level achievement. Most exams last 90 minutes. All tests are available; limited credits are accepted at Gwinnett Tech. Check 27 STUDENT AFFAIRS with the Assessment Center for testing information and prices. Call 678-226-6605 to schedule a test date and time. Proctored Exams The Assessment Center is a member of the Consortium of the National College Testing Association and proctors exams for distance learning/online courses. Contact 678-2266605 for more information and to arrange college exams at Gwinnett Tech. Career Services The Career Services Center (CSC) provides a comprehensive assortment of job assistance services and resources to students, prospective students, and alumni. These services are designed to integrate career exploration and planning into the student’s academic studies that prepares them for advancement into their respective fields of study upon graduation. Students develop extensive knowledge of job-search strategies, as well as a host of skills important to be successful in their career. A full range of student-focused programs and services are offered through the center and online, including individual and group career counseling, interest and aptitude assessments, mock interviews and resume preparation. The center is located in building 100, room 604. Office hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Monday through Thursday, and from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Students may visit the center or call 678-226-6252 to schedule an appointment with a career professional. Student Grant Programs The Special Populations Program is specifically designed to support the Perkins Plan. The program provides support services, resource referrals, and life skills workshops to special population students who face unique challenges. The program’s goal is to eliminate the barriers to educational achievement. Students who self-identify as special populations include single parents, displaced homemakers, limited English proficiency, disabled, economically disadvantaged and in a nontraditional training field. Any students seeking more information about these available services should contact the Special Populations & Disability Services Coordinator, Lisa Richardson, at extension 6691, or stop by room 323B in building 100. Workforce Investment Act The Workforce Investment Act serves dislocated workers and/or economically disadvantaged individuals who are in need of updated skills for a return to work. WIA customers may qualify for funding to assist them in the cost of their training and education. The focus of the WIA program is to assist unemployed workers to obtain the skills necessary to be employable in today’s labor market. WIA funds cover tuition, books, supplies, uniforms, tools, and daycare expenses while in training. Job search assistance is provided when training is completed. The WIA offices are located in building 100. For further information, call 678-226-6664. Office of Veterans Affairs Gwinnett Tech’s Office of Veterans Affairs assists U.S. military veterans, guardsmen, reservists, spouses and dependents with: • • • • • 28 Applying for GI Bill Benefits Certification of GI Bill Benefits Referrals to appropriate campus and community veteran resources. VA Financial Aid Specialist Advisement. Academic and career counseling. STUDENT AFFAIRS • Veterans Resource Advocate assistance Contact the Veterans Affairs Coordinator, Lorri Chin-Shue, at 678-226-6343, or at lchinshue@gwinnetttech.edu to schedule an appointment. On campus, visit the Office of Veterans Affairs in building 100, room 323. Log on to www.GwinnettTech.edu/veterans for more information. 29 STUDENT AFFAIRS Fees & Financial Aid Fees and Expenses Gwinnett Tech assesses fees based on policies of the Technical College System of Georgia for all technical colleges in Georgia. Certain student fees are required to be paid each semester as flat fees. These fees include registration, media center, student activity, parking, instructional, technology, facility access and student accident insurance. Online students are not subject to the student activity, parking and student accident insurance fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. A $105 technology support fee, a $75 facility access fee and a $50 instructional fee are assessed as a part of the flat each semester fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. A current schedule of tuition and fees can be found on our website at www.GwinnettTech. edu. A hard copy of tuition and fees may also be obtained at the reception desk in the One Stop Center in building 100. Course fees are calculated based upon the number of credit hours, up to a maximum of 15, a student registers for each semester. Some courses and/or programs may be subject to a supply replenishment fee. Payments may be made in person at the business office in building 100 by cash, check, money order, or credit card (VISA, MasterCard, Discover or American Express) or online at www.gtc-web.org by credit card. All fees are due by the early or late registration payment deadline published in the academic calendar. Credit card payments are not accepted by phone. For all students who register during the late registration period, a non-refundable fee of $45 will be assessed. Failure to fulfill financial obligations will result in denial of registration, transcripts, certification of degrees/diplomas, and other services. Course Fees The following fee schedule is effective spring semester 2014 for students enrolled in classes on campus. Course fees and tuition are subject to change at the end of any semester. GWINNETT TECHNICAL COLLEGE: NEW FEE SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE SPRING 2014 Credit In-State Out-of-State Foreign Senior Hours Student Student Student Student 1 415.00 500.00 670.00 330.00 2 500.00 670.00 1010.00 330.00 3 585.00 840.00 1350.00 330.00 4 670.00 1010.00 1690.00 330.00 5 755.00 1180.00 2030.00 330.00 6 840.00 1350.00 2370.00 330.00 7 925.00 1520.00 2710.00 330.00 8 1010.00 1690.00 3050.00 330.00 9 1095.00 1860.00 3390.00 330.00 10 1180.00 2030.00 3730.00 330.00 11 1265.00 2200.00 4070.00 330.00 12 1350.00 2370.00 4410.00 330.00 13 1435.00 2540.00 4750.00 330.00 14 1520.00 2710.00 5090.00 330.00 15 1605.00 2880.00 5430.00 330.00 Fee schedule subject to change by Technical College System of Georgia. 30 FEES & FINANCIAL AID Mandatory and Discretionary Fees Mandatory fees are defined as fees which are paid by all students as required by the Technical College System of Georgia. Mandatory fees shall include, but are not limited to, the technology support fee, instructional fee, application fee, registration fee, media fee, parking fee, student activity fee, and the student accident insurance fee. Additional fees may be assessed to students at the discretion of the technical college. These discretionary fees shall include, but are not limited to, parking fees and fines, late fees, library fees and fines, course fees, supply replenishment fees, facility access fee, and food service fees. For transient students enrolled in more than one technical college during the same term, only the home technical college shall charge the technology support fee. All other transient students shall pay the technology support fee. Legal Residence and Residency Status Determine the Tuition Rate. Residency Categories for Purposes of Tuition Rate Determination Georgia Resident: an individual or the status of such individual who is a United States Citizen or Eligible Non-Citizen and is Domiciled in the State of Georgia and meets the instate tuition requirements of TCSG. To register as a legal resident of the State of Georgia students must provide supporting documentation as required by the Registrar’s Office. Residency requirements for State of Georgia Scholarship and Grant fund recipients may differ from this definition. Please review specific residency requirements for state funds within the State of Georgia Financial Aid Funding section of the catalog. Eligible Non-Citizen: a person who, in accordance with the Federal Title IV definition, is a United States permanent resident with a Permanent Resident Card (I-551); or a conditional permanent resident (I-551C); .or the holder of an Arrival-Departure Record (I-94) from the Department of Homeland Security showing any one of the following designations: Refugee, Asylum Granted, Parolee (I-94 confirms paroled for a minimum of one year and status has not expired; or Cuban-Haitian Entrant. Also accepted are “Victims of Human Trafficking” T-Visa holders with T-1, T-2, T-3, T-4 visas. Non-Citizen Student: a person who is not a United States born or naturalized citizen of the United States, including individuals with an F1 and F2 student visa, a J1 or J2 exchange visitor visa, or a G series visa and who do not otherwise meet the definition of an eligible Non-Citizen. Out-of-State Student: Students who are residents of the United States but do not otherwise qualify as Georgia Residents. A person who has not established domicile in the State of Georgia for a period of at least 12 months prior to the first day of classes for the term for which the person is intending to enroll. Eligibility for Out-of-State Tuition Exemptions: Students in the following classifications are eligible for out-of-state exemption. These exemptions do not affect the student’s eligibility for the HOPE Scholarship or Grant, except for exemptions for military personnel and their dependents as provided for in the GSFC regulations. • Employees and their children who move to Georgia for employment with a new or expanding industry as defined in OCGA 20-4-40. • Full-time employees of the Technical College System of Georgia, their spouses, and dependent children. 31 FEES & FINANCIAL AID • Full-time teachers in a public school, a military base, or a public postsecondary college, their spouses, and dependent children. • United States military personnel stationed in Georgia and on active duty and their dependents living in Georgia. • United States military personnel, spouses, and dependent children reassigned outside Georgia, who remain continuously enrolled and on active military status. • United States military personnel and their dependents that are domiciled in Georgia, but are stationed outside the State. • Members of a uniformed military service of the United States who, within thirty-six (36) months of separation from such service, enroll in an academic program and demonstrate an intent to become domiciled in Georgia. This exemption may also be granted to their spouses and dependent children or individuals eligible for GI Bill benefits. • Students who are domiciled in out-of-state counties bordering on Georgia counties and who are enrolled in a Technical College with a local reciprocity agreement. • Career consular officers and their dependents that are citizens of the foreign nation which their consular office represents, and who are living in Georgia under orders of their respective governments. This exemption shall apply only to those consular officers whose nations operate on the principle of educational reciprocity with the United States. • Residents of the State of Alabama who attend an Alabama public community, junior, or technical college who apply and if accepted by a Georgia public postsecondary vocational institution will pay tuition and fees at the same rate as charged to Georgia resident students (for at least 12 consecutive months prior to date of registration) These students are eligible for in-state tuition rates by virtue of a reciprocity agreement with the State of Alabama. Students who enter Gwinnett Tech as non-residents and subsequently qualify as legal residents must submit verification of Georgia residency to the Registrar’s Office. The student’s residence status is not changed automatically. A request must be made for the change at the proper time, and the student must provide proof of change of residence status. Changes made during a semester will be effective for the following semester. Requests for change of classification will not be considered more than twice in one year. Senior Citizen Waiver Students Residents of Georgia who are 62 years of age or older are accepted to the college and eligible to enroll in Gwinnett Tech credit courses only on a space available basis during late registration. (This excludes courses which involve external agencies or individual instruction and Continuing Education or noncredit courses.) Senior citizen waivers must be submitted to the Registrar’s Office during the late registration period. These students will receive a registration time ticket for late registration only. Students who have been approved for a senior citizen waiver will not be considered for other types of financial aid. Senior citizen students must pay application fees, lab fees, and/or special course fees assessed. Tuition fees are waived when the waiver is submitted to the Registrar’s Office. A senior citizen waiver student may elect to audit courses, but must complete audit form at time of registration. For more information, contact the Registrar’s Office. Fees Paid by Outside Agencies If student fees are to be paid by an agency outside the school, students are responsi32 FEES & FINANCIAL AID ble for ensuring that the school has received proper written assurances from the outside agency before registration each term. Students may be dropped from classes for non-payment of tuition and fees if agency’s promise to pay has not been received by the payment deadline date as published in the class schedule. Any invoice submitted to an agency will be payable upon receipt. If a sponsoring agency does not pay the required fees, the student will be responsible for all obligated fees. Other Expenses Students should consult with their academic advisors concerning these additional costs to learn of more information regarding course fees, books, supplies, uniforms or tools that may be required to purchase prior to school beginning and/or financial aid availability. Refund/Return Check Policies Credit Classes Refund Policy. It is the policy of Gwinnett Tech to refund for credit classes as follows: • If a student drops a class on or before the third day of the semester, the student will receive a 100 percent refund for course tuition and fees. • If a student withdraws from a class after the third day of the semester, no refunds will be given and a grade of W or WF will be recorded on the student’s transcript. • If a student drops for documented active military reserve or National Guard duty, the student will receive a 100 percent refund for course tuition and fees. • Each change in enrollment will be considered as a separate transaction. Therefore, charges for credit classes which a student may elect to add after the beginning of the semester will be assessed in full. • In addition to the portion of a student’s charges that are non-refundable as listed above, the application fee, late registration fee, and any other special fees are non-refundable. Stop payment of a check does not constitute formal withdrawal. A fee will be charged for returned checks or stop payments. Exceptions to this policy will be made automatically for the following situations: • Classes cancelled by Gwinnett Tech: 100 percent refund or credit will be given. • Changes in schedule required to meet academic eligibility based on assessment results: 100 percent refund or credit will be given. Note: Financial aid may be adjusted if/when a refund for course credit is provided after the drop/add period. Any other exception to this policy must be justified in writing and approved by the Vice President Of Administrative Services. In no case will the total applicable tuition charges for credit students exceed the maximum allowable charges. Continuing Education Refund Policy. Gwinnett Tech makes every effort to assure a quality learning experience. If Gwinnett Tech cancels a Continuing Education class, registered participants will automatically receive a 100 percent refund. If a participant elects to withdraw from a course, a refund will be given minus a $15 processing fee provided the withdrawal from a course is received by Continuing Education at least two business days prior to the class start date. Students, who withdraw after the two business day deadline, but before the second class session, will receive a 50 percent refund. No refunds are given after the second class session and no refunds are given after the two business day dead33 FEES & FINANCIAL AID line for one- or two-session seminars. Participants who cannot attend are encouraged to send a substitute or transfer their enrollment to another course in lieu of withdrawal to avoid paying a processing fee. Registered participants who fail to attend or send a substitute are liable for the full registration fee. Stop payment of a check does not constitute formal withdrawal. A $30 fee will be charged for returned checks or stop payments. Unpaid Obligations. Students are responsible for satisfying any unpaid obligations to the college. These unpaid obligations include, but are not limited to, unpaid tuition and fees, returned checks, financial aid reversals, fines and course supply fees. Any obligations that are not satisfied in full may be referred to an outside collection agency and to appropriate credit bureaus. Resulting collection costs will be added to the original debt and the student must pay these costs, as well as attorney’s fees, if applicable. Furthermore, all unpaid obligations will result in a hold on student records, diploma, transcripts and future registration activity. Return Check Policy. It is the policy of Gwinnett Tech to assess a $30 penalty on all returned checks. Penalties must be paid by cash, cashier’s check, credit card or money order only. Application for admission, registration, or issuance of grades will be put on hold until payment is made. The school reserves the right to request cash only payments from students with repeated returned checks. The school also reserves the right to refer unpaid obligations to collection services. Financial Aid The Financial Aid Office follows the guidelines for Verification of Lawful Presence in the United States policy. For further information please review Verification of Lawful Presence found within the General Admissions Procedures section of the catalog. Gwinnett Tech Financial Aid Office offers federal, state, and institutional financial aid to eligible students to assist with the cost of attending school. Financial aid may take the form of: 34 1. Federal Financial Aid a. Federal Pell Grant b. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant c. Federal Work-Study d. Federal Subsidized and Unsubsidized Stafford Loans 2. State Financial Aid a. Hope Grant (certificate/diploma programs only) b. Hope Scholarship (associate degree programs only) c. Zell Miller Grant (certificate/diploma programs only) d. Zell Miller Scholarship e.Dual Enrollment f. Hero Scholarship g. Georgia Access Student Loan(s) 3. Institutional and Private Scholarships 4. Veterans Educational Benefits FEES & FINANCIAL AID FAFSA To be considered for any federal or state aid programs, a student must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The FAFSA must be completed each academic year. Be sure to use Gwinnett Technical College’s federal school code – 016139 while completing your FAFSA to ensure that it will be received and reviewed appropriately. Financial aid priority deadline dates are as follows: • Summer semester - April 1st • Fall semester – May 15th • Spring semester – November 7th Students selected for verification will be notified by the Department of Education via their Student Aid Report (SAR) and by the Financial Aid Office to submit required documentation. Failure to submit required documentation results in financial aid not being awarded. Students who do not meet the priority deadline date for the term of attendance must make payment arrangements if applicable to secure their classes. Eligible financial aid will be reimbursed appropriately. Students must be accepted into a program of study to receive financial aid. Learning Support and General Studies are not financial aid eligible programs. Financial aid cannot be used prior to the semester of acceptance. Students may only use financial aid funds for courses required in their programs of study. Students receiving Title IV financial aid funds while concurrently enrolled at Gwinnett Tech and another school are required to notify the Gwinnett Tech Financial Aid Office. It is strongly encouraged that students select one school to receive financial aid funding, however, a determination of concurrent aid eligibility will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the Financial Aid Office to discuss this policy in detail. Standards of Academic Progress (SAP) Federal regulations require schools establish a Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy and require it be maintained for continued financial aid eligibility. Gwinnett Technical College calculates standards of progress for financial aid purposes at the end of each semester after official grades have posted. Students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress in order to be awarded financial aid. All financial aid recipients are required to maintain the minimum requirements outlines within the policy. These requirements are in addition to Gwinnett Tech’s academic or program requirements. SAP Standards are as follows: • Maximum Time Frame: Students must complete and be on track to complete their programs within 150 percent of the published credit hour length of their program. • Completion Rate (Quantitative): Hours attempted/completed - Students must complete 67 percent (2/3rds) of attempted hours; and • Cumulative Grade Point Average (Qualitative): GPA - Students must maintain a minimum of a 2.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA) Students failing to maintain cumulative quantitative and/or qualitative SAP standards are placed on financial aid warning for one semester of attendance. Students who are 35 FEES & FINANCIAL AID on financial aid warning will remain eligible for aid, provided all other eligibility requirements are met, during that warning semester. If the student fails to regain cumulative SAP standing at the conclusion of the warning term, he or she is then placed on financial aid suspension. Students who are placed on financial aid suspension are not eligible for Title IV aid. Students may appeal their financial aid suspension by submitting a Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeal application, documented letter explaining the extenuating circumstance(s) that have prevented them from being successful to-date and provide sufficient documentation to the Financial Aid Office prior to the semester appeal deadline. If an appeal is approved, the student will be placed on an academic plan. An academic plan is a contract between Financial Aid and the student. The student is required to meet the conditions of the academic plan for the duration of their program or until they meet the minimum standards. Failure to meet the requirements will result in termination of the academic plan and the student will be placed back in a suspension status once again becoming ineligible for financial aid. Students are permitted submission of only one SAP appeal per academic year. Appealable extenuating circumstances include (but are not limited to): 1. Medical emergency leading to the hospitalization of the student or a member of the student’s immediate family (mother, father, spouse, siblings); 2. Death of a member of the student’s immediate family (mother, father, spouse, siblings); 3. Unexpected military service; and 4. Verifiable error on the part of the college. Acceptable documentation may include (but not limited to): 1. Physician or hospital statement verifying dates of illness and a release that the student may return to school activities; 2. Obituary or funeral program that lists student’s name; 3. A letter from the Commanding Officer or a copy of the official activation orders; and 4. Documentation of error on the part of the college. Students returning from Academic Dismissal will not automatically regain financial aid eligibility. In addition to the quantitative and qualitative components of the SAP policy, financial aid students are also required to complete their programs of study in a timely fashion. Students who do not complete their program of study by the time they have attempted credits in excess of 150 percent (including all transfer hours) of the total hours required for their program will be placed on maximum hours suspension. Students are placed on suspension once it is determined s/he cannot mathematically complete their program within the required 150 percent of the total hours required for the program. Students who have 180 attempted credit hours or more are ineligible to appeal or receive federal financial aid. To learn more about maximum credit hours, please contact the Financial Aid Office. There is no appeal process for students who are notified of maximum hours status for state HOPE funding. HOPE limits are imposed by state regulations and must be enforced by GTC. Students changing their programs of study may be in jeopardy of losing eligibility for financial aid. Student are encouraged to consult with their advisor if they intend to receive financial aid under their new program. 36 FEES & FINANCIAL AID Other Financial Aid Information To be eligible for federal or state aid programs, students must have a high school diploma or its equivalent. Documentation of a GED or an associate degree or higher will be considered as meeting the equivalency requirement. Enrollment Status: Full-time enrollment is defined as 12 or more hours; half-time enrollment is 6 hours. Any program that is under 16 credit hours is not eligible for Title IV aid. Federal Pell Grant The Federal Pell Grant is available to students who demonstrate financial need according to federal guidelines as outlined by the Department of Education. The maximum Pell award for the 2015-2016 academic year is $5,775.00. This grant does not have to be repaid. Some requirements for receiving the Federal Pell Grant are as follows: • Students may not have previously earned a baccalaureate degree. • Students must be accepted into an associate degree, diploma, or eligible certificate program. • A certificate program must have a minimum of 16 credit hours to be eligible for federal student aid. Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (SEOG) The SEOG may be awarded in the amount of $250 to $500 per academic year to students with exceptional financial need, subject to availability of federal funds. Because SEOG funds are extremely limited, students are strongly encouraged to complete and submit their FAFSA early each year. This award does not have to be repaid. Some requirements for receiving the SEOG are as follows: • Students may not have earned a baccalaureate degree. • Students must be accepted into an associate degree, diploma, or eligible certificate program. A certificate program must have a minimum of 16 credit hours to be eligible for federal student aid. • Students must be enrolled half-time enrollment (six credit hours) in a degree, diploma or certificate program. Federal College Work-Study (FWS) Program FWS may be awarded in the amount of up to $3,500 per academic year to students who demonstrate financial need, subject to availability of federal funds. This program provides students part-time jobs on campus with flexible hours revolving around their school schedules. Students are limited to 20 hours per week. Awards received in FWS are paid in the form of monthly paychecks. This award does not have to be repaid. Because funds for FWS are very limited, students are strongly encouraged to complete their FAFSA early. Available Federal Work-Study positions can be found at www.gwinnetttech.edu in the “Job Postings” section. Student Eligibility for FWS: • Students must be either U.S. citizens, permanent resident aliens, or other eligible classifications of non-citizen. • Students must be enrolled half-time (6 credit hours or). 37 FEES & FINANCIAL AID • Students must have completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit all required documents to the Financial Aid Office. • Students must demonstrate financial need. • Students must be in good academic standing at the college and maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements. • A background check will be performed on all new work-study students as part of the hiring process through the Gwinnett Tech Human Resources Office. How to Apply for a FWS Position: Eligible students can review current work-study positions by following these steps: • Go to www.gwinnettech.edu • Click on Employment Opportunities or Job Postings • Click the Federal Work-Study link under the Student Employment section • Students must complete the employment application online FWS employment applications will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. They will then interview and select the applicant they wish to hire. Once a background check has been completed and cleared, the applicant will be contacted to complete required employment paperwork. Maintaining FWS Eligibility: Students are only permitted to work during scheduled office hours; and will not be permitted to continue to work once their work-study funding has been exhausted for the academic year. Eligibility will be monitored throughout the year and termination may be required if at any time a student does not meet requirements of the program. Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan This program offers long-term, low-interest loans to students who demonstrate financial need. Students are required to repay all student loans. Student’s must be enrolled at least half-time (6 credit hours) to be eligible for this loan. The federal government pays the interest while the student is in school and repayment is deferred while the student is enrolled at least half-time. Students receive a six-month grace period after separation from school or if attending less than half-time before repayments begin. There is a limit of $3,500 per academic year for first-year students and a limit of $4,500 for second-year students. An entrance interview is required by the school before funds will be released. Exit interviews are also required when the student ceases to be enrolled at least half-time or upon program completion. A certificate program must have a minimum of 16 credit hours to be eligible for federal student aid. Effective July 1, 2013 • Students are eligible for a subsidized student loan for up to 150 percent of their program length. This time frame includes any prior course work. For example: • Students who are enrolled into an eligible certificate and diploma program that is one year in length, are eligible to receive Federal Subsidized Stafford loan for a maximum period of 1.5 years, including any prior coursework. • Students who are enrolled into an associate degree program are eligible to receive Federal Subsidized Stafford loan for a maximum period of 3 years, including any prior coursework. 38 FEES & FINANCIAL AID Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loans This program has the same rules as the Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan except that this loan accrues interest over the life of the loan. In addition, students do not need to demonstrate financial need to receive this loan. Students receive the same deferred payment benefit while maintaining at least half-time enrollment (6 credit hours). Interest compounds each semester and is added to the principal balance. Students may choose to pay the interest each quarter. There is a limit of $2,000 per academic year for dependent students and $6,000 per year for independent students. An entrance interview is required by the school before funds will be released. Exit interviews are also required when the student ceases at least half-time enrollment or upon program completion. A certificate program must have a minimum of 16 credit hours to be eligible for federal student aid. State of Georgia Financial Aid Funding: Georgia Student Finance Commission Residency Requirements for State Funds 1. A student attending a USG or TCSG institution who meets the Georgia residency requirements of the Board of Regents (BOR) or TCSG at the time of his or her high school graduation, home study program completion or successful GED test, must also meet such Georgia residency requirements for 12 consecutive months immediately prior to the first day of classes of the school term for which the state scholarship or grant is sought. a. A student who does not meet the Georgia residency requirements of BOR or TCSG at the time of high school graduation, home study program completion or successful GED test must meet such Georgia residency requirements for 24 consecutive months immediately prior to the first day of classes of the school term for which the state scholarship or grant is sought. 2. Military personnel, his or her spouse, or dependent child, shall be treated as a Georgia resident for purposes of state scholarship or grant eligibility if the military personnel is stationed in Georgia on active duty or lists Georgia as his or her home state of record. 3. A student attending a USG or TCSG institution as a dual enrolled student must meet the Georgia residency requirements of BOR or TCSG for 12 consecutive months immediately prior to the first day of classes of the school term for which the state scholarship or grant is sought. 4. The full-time employees of the Free Trade Area of the Americas (FTAA) who are recognized by the United States Department of State as based in Georgia, their spouses, and their dependents are considered to meet the Georgia residency requirements for participation in the state scholarship or grant program, regardless of the length of time they have resided in the State of Georgia. 5. A student who was correctly determined to meet the Georgia residency requirements for purposes of state scholarship or grant eligibility and began receiving a state scholarship or grant payment will continue to meet the Georgia residency requirements for purposes of state scholarship or grant eligibility, unless he or she has a break in enrollment of two or more consecutive semesters or quarters and resides outside of Georgia for 12 or more consecutive months. a. If such student later returns to Georgia, he or she must re-establish Georgia residency for 12 consecutive months, (refer to Section 304.2.1.), before regaining state scholarship or grant eligibility. b. A student who has a break in enrollment of two or more consecutive semesters or 39 FEES & FINANCIAL AID quarters, and who resides outside Georgia for less than 12 consecutive months, and then later returns to Georgia and enrolls in an eligible postsecondary institution within 12 consecutive months from his or her most recent date of enrollment in an eligible postsecondary institution will continue to meet the Georgia residency requirements for purposes of state scholarship or grant eligibility. Georgia HOPE Grant This grant program is available to all Georgia residents who meet the following educational requirements: 1. Be accepted into an eligible certificate or diploma program. 2. There is no initial GPA requirement to receive Hope Grant. However, students who attempted 30 semesters or 45 quarter hours of Hope-paid grant hours must have a cumulative 2.0 GPA to remain eligible for Hope Grant. 3. Meet HOPE’s U.S. citizenship or eligible non-citizen requirements. 4. Meet HOPE’s Georgia residency requirements. 5. Be in compliance with Selective Service registration requirements. 6. Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress as defined by the college. 7. Not be in default or owe a refund on any student financial aid program. 8. Be in compliance with the Georgia Drug-Free Postsecondary Education Act of 1990. A student may be ineligible for HOPE payment if he or she has been convicted for committing certain felony offenses involving marijuana, controlled substances, or dangerous drugs. 9. Students are limited in receiving Hope Grant funds to no more than 63 semester or 95 quarter hours of HOPE grant payment. Hope Grant pays $65.00* per semester credit hour and will not pay for any fees or books. *Based upon Georgia Student Finance Commission and subject to change. Georgia HOPE Scholarship Students who have demonstrated academic achievement and are Georgia residents may be eligible to receive HOPE Scholarship to assist with tuition and fees at Gwinnett Technical College. To receive HOPE Scholarship funding, students must: 1. Meet one of the following academic requirements: 40 • Graduate from a HOPE eligible high school with a 3.0 grade point average. • Complete a HOPE eligible home study program with a 3.0 grade point average. • Graduate from an ineligible high school, complete an ineligible home study program, or earn a GED, and score in the national composite 80th percentile or higher on the SAT or ACT tests. • Graduate from an ineligible high school or complete an ineligible home study program, and then earn a 3.0 grade point average on 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours of college degree-level coursework. This option allows for payment of the first 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours after they are taken. FEES & FINANCIAL AID • Earn a 3.0 grade point average at the college level on degree coursework after attempting 30, 60, or 90 semester hours or 45, 90, or 135 quarter hours, regardless of high school graduation status. 2. Meet HOPE’s U.S. citizenship or eligible non-citizen requirements. 3. Meet HOPE’s Georgia residency requirements. 4. Be enrolled as a degree-seeking student into an associate degree program. 5. Be in compliance with Selective Service registration requirements. 6. Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress as defined by GTC. 7. Not in default or owe a refund on a student financial aid program. 8. Be in compliance with the Georgia Drug-Free Postsecondary Education Act of 1990. A student may be ineligible for HOPE payment if he or she has been convicted for committing certain felony offenses involving marijuana, controlled substances, or dangerous drugs. 9. Meet additional rigor requirements, beginning with students graduating from high school on or after May 1, 2015. Note: Hope Scholarship is not available for: 1. Students with an earned bachelor’s degree or its equivalent 2. Students currently enrolled in Learning Support Hope Scholarship pays $65.00 per semester credit hour and will not pay for any fees or books. Georgia Zell Miller Grant Georgia’s Zell Miller Grant is available to Georgia residents who are working towards a certificate or diploma at a Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) or University System of Georgia (USG) institution. To receive Zell Miller Grant funding, students must: 1. Be accepted into an eligible certificate or diploma program. 2. Have earned a minimum 3.50 Cumulative Grade Point Average (excluding Learning Support and Dual Credit Enrollment Hours) at the end of each term the student is enrolled at the attending eligible postsecondary institution in order to be eligible for Zell Miller Grant the following term of enrollment. 3. Meet Zell Miller Grant U.S. citizenship or eligible non-citizen requirements. 4. Meet Zell Miller Grant’s Georgia residency requirements 5. Be in compliance with Selective Service registration requirements. 6. Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress as defined by the college. 7. Not be in default or owe a refund on any student financial aid program. 8. Be in compliance with the Georgia Drug-Free Postsecondary Education Act of 1990. A student may be ineligible for HOPE payment if he or she has been convicted for committing certain felony offenses involving marijuana, controlled substances, or dangerous drugs. 9. Students are limited in receiving Zell Miller Grant funds to no more than 63 semester or 95 quarter hours of Zell Miller Grant and HOPE Grant payment. 41 FEES & FINANCIAL AID Georgia Zell Miller Scholarship Students who have demonstrated academic achievement and are Georgia residents may be eligible to receive Zell Miller Scholarship to assist with tuition and fees at Gwinnett Technical College. Qualifications for the Zell Miller Scholarship are determined by Georgia Student Finance Commission. In addition to the requirement listed below, students must also meet the requirements of the HOPE scholarship. Students must meet one of the following academic requirements: 1. Graduate from an eligible high school as the valedictorian or the salutatorian. 2. Graduate from an eligible high school with a minimum 3.7 grade point average combined with a minimum score of 1200 on the math and reading portions of the SAT test or a minimum composite score of 26 on the ACT test in a single national test administration. 3. Complete an eligible home study program with a 3.7 grade point average combined with a minimum score of 1200 on the math and reading portions of the SAT or a minimum composite score of 26 on the ACT in a single national test administration. 4. Complete an ineligible home study program with a minimum score of 1200 on the math and reading portions of the SAT test or a minimum composite score of 26 on the ACT test in a single national test administration, and then earn a 3.3 grade point average on 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours of college degree-level coursework taken after home study completion. This option allows retroactive payment of the first 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours after they are taken. 5. Enroll in an eligible post-secondary institution in 2007 or later, as a freshman, meeting one of the academic qualifications listed above and earn a 3.3 cumulative grade point average at the most recent Zell Miller Scholarship checkpoint. The Student Access Loan Technical Program The Georgia Student Access Loan (SAL) is a limited resource loan program that is designed to assist undergraduate students who have a gap in meeting their educational costs. The program is also designed to provide interest rate and repayment incentives to those who complete their program of study within the designed program length. For more information, please visit: https://gacollege411.org. 42 FEES & FINANCIAL AID Foundation Scholarships Scholarships are awarded to students meeting various specific requirements as outlined by each scholarship foundation. Scholarships do not need to be repaid, and eligibility may or may not be dependent on financial need. There are several scholarships issued by area businesses and civic clubs that are available to Gwinnett Tech students. Interested students should contact the Gwinnett Tech Foundation, Inc. or visit them online at www. gwinnetttech.edu/scholarships. Veteran’s Education Benefits/GI Bill/Institutional Support Credit programs offered at Gwinnett Tech are approved for VA benefits; Continuing Education is not approved. Interested students should contact the VA Regional Office in Atlanta at 1-888-442-4551 for specific information concerning eligibility and benefits. Additional resources are available for qualifying veterans through the Gwinnett Technical College Foundation. For information on those resources, contact the Gwinnett Tech Veteran’s Affairs Coordinator at 678-226-6343. Federal VA benefits application procedures are as follows: • Complete the Application for Benefits (22-1990) available by logging onto www.benefits.va.gov and entering the requested information. • Upon receipt of the Certificate of Eligibility from the VA regional office, schedule an appointment with the Veterans Affairs Coordinator by calling 678-226-6343. • Following advisement, Chapter 30, 35, 1606, and 1607 beneficiaries must register for classes and pay tuition. The Gwinnett Tech VA Certifying Official will forward the appropriate Enrollment Certification form (22-1999) to the VA. • Following advisement, chapter 33 beneficiaries must register for classes. State HOPE funding is unavailable for beneficiaries of the Chapter 33 program. • After the VA regional office processes the enrollment certification form (22-1999), the student is required to confirm class attendance monthly with the VA regional office monthly via WAVE. Benefits are paid directly to students by the Department of Veteran’s Affairs. There is no advance payment. Students are required to submit schedules each term for certification via the certification request form obtained through the Office of Veterans Affairs. Veteran’s education beneficiaries who seek to change their programs of study must seek approval from the Veterans Affairs Coordinator who will notify the VA certifying official. Failure to follow this process may delay enrollment certification. Books and Supplies The Financial Aid Office will grant students who are receiving federal financial aid the option to use awarded federal aid to purchase books and supplies at the beginning of the academic semester. Students must have remaining federal financial aid availability after tuition and fees have been assessed. The Financial Aid Office will send an electronic book authorization up to $1,100 (depending on the student’s eligibility and the type of federal aid available) to the on-campus bookstore. Students are not required to participate in the process of obtaining or purchasing books and supplies using the book voucher at the on-campus bookstore. However, students who choose to purchase books through a different means will be required to use a different method of payment and be refunded the excess financial aid intended for their books during the normal refund timeline (generally 3-4 weeks after the start of the semester; see the GTC Business Office for specific dates). 43 FEES & FINANCIAL AID Title IV Funding Gwinnett Technical College complies with its program responsibilities under Title IV of the 1998 Higher Education Amendments. Gwinnett Tech is authorized to participate in Title IV student financial assistance programs by the U.S. Department of Education, as evidenced by our Program Participation Agreement which is valid through June 30, 2019. Return to Title IV Withdrawal Policy Students receiving assistance from Title IV programs (Federal Pell Grant and FSEOG) will be awarded aid depending upon the amount of aid earned. If the student completed more than 60% of the term, he or she will have earned 100% of the aid for that period. If the student completed less than 60 % of the term, the student will have earned financial aid equivalent to the percentage of the period completed. The percentage completed will be calculated by counting the number of days completed up to the point of withdrawal divided by the total number of scheduled days in the term minus any scheduled breaks five days or greater. This percentage will be applied to Title IV funds for which the student established eligibility prior to the withdrawal date. The Title IV aid earned is first used to pay the tuition and fees the student has deferred to their Title IV aid account. If any funds remain after deducting these charges, the student will receive the balance. If the amount of Title IV aid earned is insufficient to cover these charges, the student is liable for these charges. Refunds are allocated in the following order: • Unsubsidized Federal Direct (or Stafford) Loans • Subsidized Federal Direct (or Stafford) Loans • Federal Pell Grants • Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants • Other assistance under this title for which a return of funds is required Unofficial Withdrawal Policy Per federal regulations, colleges are required to review students who received federal financial aid and did not receive a passing grade within any class. An assessment must be made to determine whether the student earned the non-passing grades while attending classes or stopped attending classes but did not officially withdraw. Students who stopped attending classes may be required to repay a portion of the federal financial aid for that semester. If it is determined that a student never began attendance in some or all classes, aid may be retroactively recalculated and/or cancelled completely. Federal financial aid recipients who are not attending class are identified on the final grade worksheet (located on the Banner web) by class instructors. If a student is identified as not attending one or more courses, they will receive an email from the Financial Aid Office outlining the Institution’s policy on official and unofficial withdrawals. Students no longer attending classes must officially withdraw from individual semester-length courses or withdraw entirely through the Enrollment Support Center. If a student follows institutional procedures and withdraws, they will have an official withdrawal date and their financial aid refund calculation will be completed according to the Federal Return of Title IV Funds Refund Policy, currently outlined in the catalog as Title IV Refund Policy. At the end of each semester, all federal financial aid recipients who receive no passing grades (any combination of F, I, WF or W) will be reviewed to deter44 FEES & FINANCIAL AID mine if the non-passing grade was earned while attending or was the result of no longer attending class. Instructors are required to indicate a last day of attendance (LDA) whenever a non-passing grade is assigned. Instructors may indicate the withdrawal date as the midpoint of the period of enrollment or the last date of an academic- related activity that the student participated in if the last date of attendance is unknown. Verification of Attendance • If one instructor reports that the student attended through the end of the semester, then the student is not considered a withdrawal. Students will also be given the opportunity to provide documentation of attendance or academic activity. • If attendance and/or academic activity can be verified in even a single class at the end of the semester by an instructor, the student may not need to repay any financial aid. The federal financial aid repayment amounts will be determined according to the Title IV Refund Policy. Any refund owed to a federal financial aid program is the student’s responsibility and will appear as a charge on the student’s account. Students with outstanding balances are unable to register for classes and cannot receive official GTC transcripts. Financial Aid Fraud Policy Federal regulations [34 CFR 668.16(g)] require a school to refer to the Department’s Office of Inspector General any credible information indicating that an applicant for Title IV Federal Student Aid may have engaged in fraud or other criminal misconduct in connection with his or her application. Fraud is the intent to deceive as opposed to a mistake. Examples of commonly falsified items include but are not limited to: • False claims of independent student status • False claims of citizenship • Falsification of identities and the use thereof • Forgery of signatures of certifications • False statements of income If such intent is suspected of a student, parent, or third-party servicer the case will be forwarded to Technical College System of Georgia’s legal counsel immediately for initial investigation, followed by a formal report made to the Department’s Office of Inspector General. Steps to Completing Your Financial Aid File 1. Go to www.gtc-web.org. 2. Enter “Student/Faculty Secure Area”. 3. Login using your user ID (Student 900# or SSN) and PIN (six digit date of birth MMDDYY) click on login. 4. Go to “Student Services & Financial Aid.” 5. Go to the Financial Aid Folder. 6. Go to the My Award Information folder. 7. Click on “Award Package for Aid Year.” Select Aid Year 2015-2016, and click on submit. 45 FEES & FINANCIAL AID 8. Click on the “Accept Award Offer” tab and see if you have any unsatisfied Financial Aid requirements. 9. Click on the required document(s) and print. 10. If the required document is a “Tax Transcript” you will need to do one of the following: a. Click on the link which directs you to the IRS website where you can order the document; b. Successfully use the FAFSA’s Data Retrieval Tool (DRT). 11. Please submit all completed documents to the Financial Aid Office at one time to ensure timely processing of your file. 12. Be sure all required signatures are on all forms. 13. If you do not see any documents listed on the “Accept Award Offer” tab, you do not have any additional requirements. Check for Authorized Financial Aid 1. Go to www.gtc-web.org and log in 2. Go to “Student Services and Financial Aid” 3. Click on “Student Records” 4. Click on “Account Summary by Term” 5 Click on the current semester typed in blue 6. Your itemized account balance for the term will be listed at the top of the page 7. At the bottom of the page, you will see your authorized financial aid Important: If you have authorized aid greater than your “Account Balance Due”, no further action is required. If you have authorized aid less than your “Account Balance Due”, you will be required to pay the difference before the payment deadline. If you do not have authorized aid, it will state, “No authorized financial aid exists on your record for the selected term” and you will be required to pay your full balance due by the payment deadline. 8. Payment plans are available through Nelnet which allows students to pay for tuition and fees in installments rather than all at once. You can also find more information at www.gwinnetttech.edu/paymentplan. 9. Dates and Deadlines can be found at www.gwinnetttech.edu. Click on “Dates and Deadlines” in the A-Z Directory. Office Contact Information E-mail: financialaidoffice@gwinnetttech.edu Phone: 678-226-6677 Fax: 678-226-6916 46 Student Information FEES & FINANCIAL AID Student Life Center/Student IDs The Student Life Center in building 100 welcomes all students with current student identification badges. The Student Life Center is a place for special events and meetings for students. It is also a place to relax, meet other students, and learn about planned activities, student organizations, and how to get involved on campus. Student IDs can be purchased in the bookstore after registering for classes. Student Life’s mission is to provide a world of opportunities to enrich the GTC experience. Opportunities available for students include workshops, seminars, fieldtrips, conferences, competitions, community projects, and school-wide events. Students may contact the Student Life Director for additional information at 678-226-6341. Note: All students are required to have current Student IDs in their possession while on campus. Student IDs should be visible in the Student Life Center and all computer labs at all times and presented upon request by any college employee. Student Email Gwinnett Tech student email addresses are automatically issued to all students within 48 hours following acceptance to the college. A link to myGTC, the student portal with access to email, is provided from the college website www.gwinnnetttech.edu. Click on “myGTC” located on right side menu. Student email addresses are issued in the form: first letter of first name and first 6 letters of last name (or full last name if 6 letters or less) plus last 4 digits of your student 900 number (FLLLLLL9999@student.gwinnetttech.edu). For example, John Williams, student ID number 900123456, would have the email address of jwillia3456@student.gwinnetttech.edu. The initial password is gtcmmddyy where mmddyy is student’s birthday in mmddyy format. The gtc must be in lower case letters. Please note to login you do not need to use “@student.gwinnetttech.edu”; only FLLLLLL9999. Student email is the college’s primary means of communication between students, faculty, and college administration. For help in using student email please see the “First Time Users” link on the portal page at mycampus.gwinnetttech.edu. If you encounter any issues please email accounts@gwinnetttech.edu. Telephone and Mail for Students Courtesy phones are provided to students in each building on campus. Calls are limited to local calling areas only, long distance calls can be made by using a calling card which the student must purchase themselves. Students should not use the College as their mailing address since there is no mail service for students. Bookstore The bookstore is operated by Follett Higher Education Group as a service to Gwinnett Tech. The bookstore sells new and used textbooks, supplies, clothing, gifts, electronics, computers, snacks, coffee and miscellaneous items to students and the general public. The bookstore is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Bookstore hours are extended during the first week of the semester. Computer software at educational prices is available to students, faculty and staff through the efollett.com website. Textbooks and merchandise may also be purchased online at efollett.com. Online purchases may be picked up at the bookstore or shipped to another address. Student identification cards and locker rentals are also available from the bookstore. The bookstore buys back textbooks throughout the year. Valid ID and orig47 STUDENT INFORMATION inal receipt is required for all returns, exchanges and refunds. Non-textbook items may be returned within 30 days of purchase. Textbooks, Codes, Software and Electronic returns must be unopened and still in original condition, i.e. shrink-wrap with all components intact. Refunds will be in accepted within the posted current term deadlines. Computer Use Policy The Gwinnett Technical College network system provides access to a variety of technical resources within the campus to communicate with other users within the campus community and worldwide. Such open access is a privilege and requires that the individual user acts responsibly. Users must respect the rights of other users, respect the integrity of the systems and related physical resources, and observe all relevant laws, regulations, and contractual obligations related to their use. Acts of illegal use or misuse of computer resources and services include, but are not limited to the following: 1. Using an invalid or unauthorized Gwinnett Tech identification card or password. 2. Engaging in, directing, or having knowledge of unauthorized access or disruption of computer services. 3. Reading, altering, or deleting electronic files or electronic mail without authorization. 4. Copying or using software in violation of copyright laws or academic integrity. 5. Transmitting electronic messages through college computers or operating systems that contain fraudulent, harassing, unprofessional, inappropriate or obscene information and/or material. 6. Misrepresenting identity while using a college computer or college network. 7. Using a college computer/network in an attempt to disrupt computer facilities elsewhere or normal operations of the college. 8. Creating, installing or distributing a virus of any kind – whether knowingly and/or unintentionally. 9. Modifying or reconfiguring college software without expressed permission and under the direct supervision of the college. 10. Accessing any site deemed by the college to be disruptive or obscene. 11. Using the college’s electronic resources to distribute any form of information electronically without the expressed permission and authorization of the college, including bulk spam. Illegal use or misuse of computing, networking, or information resources may result in disciplinary action, up to, and including, loss of computing privileges and legal action. Additionally, some forms of illegal use or misuse can be prosecuted under applicable federal, state and municipal statutes. Complaints alleging misuse of college computer resources should be directed to the Chief Information Officer, who will be responsible for coordinating and recommending appropriate disciplinary action in conjunction with the Vice President of Student Affairs. Knowingly reproducing or distributing copyrighted or patented works, including but not limited to images, text, software or hardware, without the expressed written permission of the owner is an infringement of federal copyright and patent law. Such action may be subject to both civil damages and criminal penalties, including possible fines and imprisonment. 48 STUDENT INFORMATION Computer hardware, software, and other equipment are the property of Gwinnett Technical College and are intended exclusively for academic and career-related purposes. College computer resources shall not be used for personal gain or profit or for initiating or accessing offensive or obscene material. Cosmetology Salon Services The Cosmetology Salon is a public, unisex, salon located in building 100, room 613. The salon is open to the public spring, summer, and fall semester. All work is performed by students under the supervision of a licensed instructor. For a current list of prices, times, or to schedule an appointment, call 678-226-6626. Life Balance Program (LBP) Counseling Services The Life Balance Program (LBP) is a confidential counseling program designed to help students gain and maintain balance between academics, family and work. The program’s goal is to help students achieve academic success and life harmony. All enrolled students and their household members are eligible to use the Life Balance Program (LBP). Each enrolled student and household member has a pre-approved number of sessions for use per issue. For additional information, please call 404-845-3727. There are also resources in the local area. Please contact United Way at 211 for information on resources concerning alcohol abuse, drug abuse, domestic violence, sexual abuse, and general mental health issues. Students are also encouraged to contact Gwinnett Helpline at 770-995-3339 during office hours. Gwinnett Helpline is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Students and their families will assume full responsibility for such services. Disability Services Gwinnett Tech is an equal opportunity institution that admits otherwise qualified students with no regard for documented disabilities. Institutional policies comply with the regulations set forth by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Students are expected to identify themselves in a timely manner when an accommodation is needed and to provide appropriate documentation as requested. Gwinnett Tech will assist students with reasonable academic accommodations based on this documentation. However, these accommodations will not compromise academic standards in the classroom. Students are responsible for notifying the Office of Disability Services which is located in building 100, room 321, with a copy of their schedule each semester that they wish to receive services. Since the college does not provide specialized courses or tutoring specifically for students with disabilities, existing resources such as the Learning Success Center are available for academic skills workshops and generalized tutoring. Inquiries and requests for special services, as well as concerns and complaints regarding such services, should be directed to the Special Populations Coordinator at 678-226-6691 or lrichardson@gwinnetttech.edu. The procedures for coordinating receipt of services are available through the Special Populations & Disability Services Coordinator, Lisa Richardson. In order to provide the most reasonable and appropriate services for students with disabilities, Gwinnett Tech requires current and comprehensive documentation of the disability. 49 STUDENT INFORMATION A qualified specialist must provide a report that addresses a student’s evaluation, diagnosis and appropriate recommendations. This report should address how the disability will impact the student in an academic setting. The required documentation must be provided to the Office of Disability Services located in building 100, room 321. Students may email disabilityservices@gwinnetttech.edu or call 678-226-6672 for additional information. Accommodations will not be provided until documentation has been received and evaluated. Rights and Responsibilities Gwinnett Tech has the right to identify and establish essential functions, abilities, skills, knowledge, standards, and criteria for courses, programs, and jobs and to evaluate students based on their performance. The college has the right to deny a request for accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services for the following reasons: are deemed inappropriate, ineffective, or unreasonable; may pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others; impose a substantial change to an essential element of the curriculum; or pose undue financial or administrative burden on the program, activities, faculty, or staff of the college. Confidentiality Gwinnett Tech adheres to all federal laws concerning confidentiality according to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 (IDEA). Information provided by students with disabilities will not be released to others without signed consent. Discrimination and Sexual Harassment The Technical College System of Georgia and its constituent Technical Colleges do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, spouse of military member or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). This nondiscrimination policy encompasses the operation of all technical college-administered programs, programs financed by the federal government including any Workforce Investment Act of 1998 (WIA) Title I financed programs, educational programs and activities, including admissions, scholarships and loans, student life, and athletics. It also encompasses the recruitment and employment of personnel and contracting for goods and services. The Technical College System and Technical Colleges shall promote the realization of equal opportunity through a positive continuing program of specific practices designed to ensure the full realization of equal opportunity. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Lisa Richardson, Title IX, Equity, and Section 504 Coordinator, 678-226-6691, lrichardson@gwinnetttech.edu, Gwinnett Technical College, 5150 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville, GA 30043-5702. PROCEDURE: Unlawful Harassment and Discrimination of Students I. PURPOSE: It is the policy of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) that all students shall be provided an environment free of unlawful harassment (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), discrimination, and retaliation. All students and employees are expressly prohibited from engaging in any form of harassing, discriminating, intimidating or retaliatory behavior or conduct in all interactions with each other, whether or not the interaction occurs during class or on or off campus. Visitors to campuses shall not engage in prohibited conduct and may be barred for such 50 STUDENT INFORMATION conduct if other corrective measures are ineffective. Allegations of unlawful harassment occurring at clinical sites to which students are assigned shall be investigated in accordance with this procedure. Any individual who has engaged in prohibited behavior or conduct will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including expulsion or dismissal. All students are encouraged to report any act of unlawful harassment, discrimination, retaliation and/or intimidation. Reports will be treated in an expeditious and confidential manner. TCSG will not tolerate retaliation for having filed a good faith harassment and/or discrimination complaint or for having provided any information in an investigation. Any individual who retaliates against a complainant or witness in an investigation will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion or dismissal. Any individual who knowingly makes a false charge of harassment/discrimination or retaliation, or who is untruthful during an investigation may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion or dismissal. Employee complaints of unlawful harassment or discrimination shall be conducted pursuant to the process outlined in Procedure III.A.1, Unlawful Harassment of Staff. II. APPLICABILITY: All work units and technical colleges associated with the Technical College System of Georgia. III. RELATED AUTHORITY: Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq. O.C.G.A § 19-7-5 Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Age Discrimination Act of 1975 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 Procedure: Student Grievances IV. DEFINITIONS: A. Unlawful Harassment (Other Than Sexual Harassment): verbal or physical conduct that disparages or shows hostility or aversion toward an individual because of that person’s race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, or disability and which: 1. Has the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive educational environment, or 2. Has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s educational performance. Harassing conduct or behavior includes, but is not limited to, epithets, slurs, negative stereotyping, or threatening, intimidating or hostile acts that relate to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age or disability. This includes jokes or pranks that are hostile or demeaning with regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age or disability. Harassing conduct may also include written or graphic material that disparages or shows hostility or aversion toward an individual or group because of race, color, religion, gender, national 51 STUDENT INFORMATION origin, age, or disability, and that is displayed on walls, bulletin boards, computers, or other locations, or otherwise circulated in college community in any format. B. Sexual Harassment (a form of unlawful harassment): unwelcome sexual advances, unwelcome requests for sexual favors, and other unwelcome verbal, written, electronic or physical conduct of a sexual nature when: 1. Submission to such conduct is made, either explicitly or implicitly, a term or condition of an individual’s education; 2. Submission to, or rejection of, such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for education decisions affecting such individual; or, 3. Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s academic performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive educational environment. Sexually harassing conduct or behavior (regardless of the gender of the persons involved) includes but is not limited to: Physical touching, sexual comments of a provocative or suggestive nature, suggestive looks or gestures, sexually explicit jokes, electronic media/communication, printed material or innuendos intended for and directed to another, requests for sexual favors, making acceptance of any unwelcome sexual conduct or advances a condition for grades, continued enrollment or receipt of any educational benefit or determination. C. Sexual Violence: physical sexual acts perpetrated against a person’s will or where a person in incapable of giving consent, including but not limited to sexual assault, rape, sexual battery, sexual coercion. All acts of sexual violence are considered unlawful sexual harassment for purposes of this procedure. D. Unlawful Discrimination: the denial of benefits or admission to the college or to any of its programs or activities, either academic or nonacademic, curricular or extracurricular, because of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, or disability. E. Unlawful Retaliation: unfavorable action taken, unfavorable condition created, or other action taken by a student or employee for the purpose of intimidation that is directed toward a student because the student initiated an allegation of unlawful harassment/retaliation or participated in an investigation of an allegation. F. Technical College System of Georgia: all work units and technical colleges under the governance of the State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia. G. Employees: any individual employed in a full or part-time capacity in any TCSG work unit or technical college. 52 H. Visitor: any third party (e.g. volunteer, vendor, contractor, member of the general public etc.) who conducts business or regularly interacts with a work unit or technical college. I. Clinical Site: any off-campus location to which students or faculty are assigned for completion of program requirements including labs, internships, or practicums. J. President: the chief executive officer responsible for the management and operation of the technical college where the accused violator is currently enrolled or employed. STUDENT INFORMATION K. Human Resources Director: the highest ranking employee responsible for the human resources function at a technical college or TCSG work unit. L. Local Investigator: the individual(s) at the technical college who is responsible for the investigation of an unlawful harassment, discrimination and/or, retaliation complaint. Local investigators may be assigned based upon the subject matter of the complaint or their function within the organization. M. Compliance Officer: the individual designated by the Commissioner to coordinate TCSG compliance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and other state and federal laws governing unlawful discrimination and harassment. N. Title IX Coordinator: an individual designated by the president of the college to ensure compliance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq., and related federal regulations. The Title IX Coordinator may also be assigned the responsibility for compliance with other state and federal civil rights laws that prohibit discrimination in programs or activities that receive federal financial assistance from the Department of Education. O. Section 504 Coordinator: an individual designated by the president of the college to ensure compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 as Amended, and any other state and federal regulations governing disabilities; the responsibilities of the 504 Coordinator will include, but may not be limited to evaluating students requesting accommodations for a disability and ensuring equal access to facilities, services and programs. V. PROCEDURE: A. Administration and Implementation 1. Each college president shall designate one or more officials to serve as the Title IX Coordinator and the Section 504 Coordinator and ensure the designated officials have received appropriate training. 2. Contact information for the Title IX and Section 504 Coordinators and the Statement of Equal Opportunity should be permanently displayed on official bulletin boards and included in electronic or written college publications and academic materials as described in the TCSG Usage Statement of Equal Opportunity. 3. Instructors/administrators must take ongoing proactive steps to ensure educational opportunities (to include classrooms, clinics, labs, programs, etc.) and student activities (clubs, sports, etc.) are accessible and free from any type of unlawful discrimination or harassment. 4. The Compliance Officer will conduct training programs and monitor colleges to ensure the correct administration and implementation of this procedure, and will ensure that proactive or corrective measures have been taken to prevent unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. B. Reporting and Management Action 1. All students are encouraged to report events of unlawful harassment, discrimination, and/or retaliation against themselves or others, regardless of where the incident occurred. A student may choose to resolve any issues pertaining to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation informally or may proceed directly to the formal resolution process outlined in this procedure; how53 STUDENT INFORMATION ever, allegations of sexual violence may not be processed informally and must immediately be reported and investigated in accordance with this procedure. 2. Students have the right to file a criminal complaint for sexual violence with the local law enforcement authorities before, during, or after filing a complaint with the college. The technical college shall not delay investigation under this procedure to await the outcome of any criminal investigation. 3. If a student filing a complaint requests anonymity or asks that the complaint not be pursued, the college must inform the student that its ability to respond may be limited, that retaliation for filing a complaint is prohibited and steps to prevent retaliation will be taken. The college should take all reasonable steps to investigate and respond to the complaint consistent with the request and pursue other steps to limit the effects of the alleged harassment and prevent recurrence. 4. Colleges may weigh a request considering the following factors: the seriousness of the alleged conduct, the complainant’s age, whether there have been other harassment complaints about the same individual, and the alleged harasser’s rights to receive information about the allegations if the information is maintained as an “education record” under FERPA. The college must inform the student if the request cannot be ensured. 5. Reports concerning unlawful harassment, discrimination or retaliation of students will be processed confidentially to the extent permitted by law; communications regarding complaints will be disseminated to others on a need-toknow basis to ensure that necessary steps are taken to protect the community as a whole and that appropriate disciplinary measures or corrective actions are considered and taken. 6. Allegations or suspicions of unlawful discrimination, harassment or unlawful retaliation may be reported to the technical college’s Title IX and Section 504 Coordinators, the president, the Commissioner, or the Human Resources Director should the complaint involve employees. Students may also email any complaints to unlawfulharassment@tcsg.edu. 7. Such reports can be expressed in writing, by telephone, or in person; individuals are, however, encouraged to express their complaints in writing to ensure all concerns are addressed. 8. If an allegation of unlawful harassment, discrimination or retaliation is made to an employee not designated to receive such reports, the employee must report the allegation as provided in section 6 above. 9. Allegations of sexual conduct involving individuals under the age of 18 must also be reported as an allegation of child abuse as outlined in O.C.G.A. § 197-5. 10. The Commissioner or president may suspend, transfer or reassign employees or students in order to prevent possible further harassment, discrimination, retaliation, to facilitate the investigation, or to implement corrective action under this procedure. 11. Any allegation of unlawful harassment, discrimination, or retaliation against employees must be reported to the Human Resources Director who may elect to conduct the investigation in conjunction with other local investigators. 54 STUDENT INFORMATION C. Investigations 1. All complaints of unlawful harassment, discrimination or unlawful retaliation shall be investigated by local investigators thoroughly and should be completed within 45 business days of the receipt of the complaint. The parties will be notified if extraordinary circumstances exist requiring additional time. 2. A complaining party will be notified within 5 business days of receipt of the complaint if the complaint does not specify facts sufficient to allege unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation and that a formal investigation will not be conducted pursuant to this procedure. The complaining party may appeal the decision in writing to the president within 5 business days of receiving the notice. The president’s decision will be final. 3. Individuals designated to investigate, review or recommend corrective actions in response to allegations shall disclose to the president any relationship with the parties that could call into question their ability to be objective prior to taking any action with respect to the investigation. The president will reassign alternate individuals if necessary. 4. Investigations will be conducted by gathering relevant information and interviewing appropriate witnesses. Both the complaining party and the respondent (the parties) will be given equal opportunity to identify witnesses and offer evidence in person or in writing. Best efforts will be made to interview all witnesses identified by the parties. 5. The colleges will evaluate the information collected during the investigation and determine whether a preponderance of the information substantiates that unlawful discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation has occurred. 6. Investigations and summary findings will be documented appropriately. 7. No later than 10 business days after completion of an investigation, the parties will be provided a summary of the results of the investigation. 8. Any information prohibited from disclosure by law or policy will be redacted from any documents prior to distribution. D. Corrective Actions 1. Colleges will take all reasonable steps to prevent unlawful retaliation against complainants and any other individuals participating in investigations under this procedure. 2. If unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation is determined to have occurred, the college, through the appropriate officials, shall implement steps to prevent a recurrence and to correct the discriminatory effects on the complaining party and others as appropriate. Steps may include, but are not limited to, mandating training or evaluation, disciplinary sanctions, policy implementation or reassignment of students or employees. 3. Should recommended disciplinary sanctions involve academic suspension, expulsion or dismissal from employment, students and staff will be afforded all rights of review or appeal provided for in the applicable disciplinary procedures. 4. Individuals who are responsible for conducting or reviewing investigations or proposing sanctions under this procedure should not also serve as reviewing offi or hearing offi in the appeal of sanctions arising from an investigation. 55 STUDENT INFORMATION 5. Even in the absence of sufficient evidence to substantiate a finding that unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation has occurred, colleges are expected to address any inappropriate conduct and take all reasonable steps to prevent any future unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. E. Reviews and Dispositions 1. The parties may request a review of the investigative findings within 5 business days of receiving notice of the investigative results by submitting a written request to the president. 2. The president shall review all investigations conducted under this procedure and ensure that the appropriate corrective actions have been implemented. 3. Within 10 business days of receiving a request for a review of the investigative findings, the president will notify the parties in writing of his/her final determination. The notice will inform the parties they have a right to appeal the determination to the Technical College System of Georgia’s Legal Services Office by submitting a written request within 3 business days by regular mail or email to one of the following: Technical College System of Georgia Office of Legal Services 1800 Century Place, N.E. Suite 400 Atlanta, Georgia 30345 –OR– unlawfulharassment@tcsg.edu 4. The Office of Legal Services will convene a panel of at least 3 individuals not employed by the requestor’s college to review the investigative findings. The panel’s decision is final and will conclude the processing of the complaint. VI. RECORD RETENTION: Documents relating to formal complaints including investigations, dispositions and the complaint itself shall be held for 5 years after the graduation of the student or the date of the student’s last attendance. Police/Public Safety Gwinnett Technical College Police are present during normal operating hours. Police officers are responsible for a full range of public safety services including all crime reports, investigations, and traffic control/accident reports; enforcement of laws concerning use of alcoholic beverages, controlled substances and weapons on campus; and all other incidents requiring police assistance or emergency medical care. However, police officers are not equipped to assist students with automobile difficulties, such as dead batteries and keys locked in the car. Each year Gwinnett Technical College publishes specific crime-related information in accordance with the guidelines of the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (formerly the Campus Security Act of 1990). This report is available in the office of the Chief of Police, located in building 100, room 808. Any student who observes what appears to be suspicious or illegal activity, has a concern about personal safety on campus, wishes to discuss campus safety and security, or wishes to report an incident which may require administrative or Police intervention may do so by contacting 678-226-6293, building 100, room 808. 56 STUDENT INFORMATION You can also use any phone on campus, press “0”, and tell the operator what and where the problem is or you simply dial “911” as we, as well, have contact with Gwinnett County 911 Center. Students may also contact the director of Human Resources, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Friday, 678-226-6697; the evening building administrator, 6:00 p.m. until closing, Monday through Friday, 678-226-6484; or the Saturday building administrator, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 678-226-6600. Drug, Alcohol, and Weapon Free Campus No student may engage in the unlawful manufacture, possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs or alcohol while on the property of Gwinnett Tech or while a part of any of its sponsored activities. This policy has been developed in concert with the federal DrugFree Schools and Communities Act and incorporates the statutory mandates required under the State of Georgia’s Drug-Free Postsecondary Education Act of 1990. GTC Is a Tobacco Free College Effective July 1, 2008, Gwinnett Technical College is a tobacco/smoking free college. Smoking via any type of tobacco products or electronic smoking devices is not permitted anywhere on the GTC campus including all campus buildings, sidewalks, parking lots, building entrances, common areas, and college-owned vehicles. The college administration and campus police will fully enforce this policy and all applicable state and county laws, regulations, and ordinances related to smoking and tobacco use on a public college campus. Loitering Policy To facilitate a safe and secure educational environment, Gwinnett Technical College does not allow loitering on campus grounds. Persons identified as loitering will be asked to vacate the College premises. Upon refusal, Gwinnett Technical College Police will be notified and violators may be cited for trespassing. Visitors on Campus All visitors are expected to adhere to all campus regulations. Parents or guardians must supervise children who are visiting on campus at all times. Generally, children are not allowed on campus grounds, inside classrooms, science labs, or computer labs. Parents or guardians may be asked to remove the child or children from campus. First Aid Emergency Services Students needing access to first aid and medical emergency service should first notify a faculty or staff member. Minor first aid will be provided by Gwinnett Tech’s paramedic/ EMT instructors or other qualified personnel. For more serious medical emergencies, students should notify the campus police at 678-226-6293 (ext. 6293 if using a campus phone) or call 911. Food Court The food court is operated by a food service provider; hours of operation vary based on the College’s academic schedule. A snack bar with full-service vending machines and satellite areas with beverage and snack machines are also provided for student convenience. Health Services As a non-resident school, Gwinnett Tech expects students to secure medical services through a private physician. In case of a serious accident or illness, Gwinnett Tech will refer a student to the nearest medical facility for emergency care. It is understood that the 57 STUDENT INFORMATION student, parent, or guardian will assume full responsibility for the cost of such emergency care at the hospital, including ambulance charges if, in the opinion of school officials, such service is necessary. Insurance Gwinnett Tech does not provide student medical or liability insurance. Enrollment by fulltime students includes a $4.00 fee that provides student accident insurance. Student liability insurance is required for students enrolled in certain health and applied technology programs. Students requiring such insurance will be notified regarding premiums and payment. Parking Parking is provided to all students attending Gwinnett Tech in designated student parking lots. Signage throughout the campus directs students to additional parking. Parking decals are not required for students parking in designated student parking lots. Students who illegally park in restricted areas such as, but not limited to, handicapped, yellow curb, fire lane or driveways, are subject to traffic citations reportable to the Gwinnett County Recorders Court. As a courtesy to students, campus police may elect to place warning stickers on illegally parked vehicles. However, illegally parked vehicles that present a traffic hazard or public safety risk will be towed at the owner’s expense. Citations will also be issued for reckless driving, failure to observe posted speed limits, or other violations deemed a safety issue for pedestrians who always have the right of way. Note: Parking may be further restricted during new construction, public events or other related occurrences. School Closing Notification Procedures In the event weather conditions are such that travel to and from school for students and faculty would be hazardous or extreme temperature presents a safety comfort problem, school may be closed for the day or delayed in opening. Radio station WSB-AM 750 in Atlanta announces school closings or delayed openings. This station will be notified by 6:00 a.m. if possible or the earliest possible time that a decision can be reached regarding a delay in opening or closing of school. All staff and students should listen to WSB-AM 750 when weather conditions are a factor. If possible an announcement will be made on the GTC telephone system and can be accessed by calling 770-962-7580 or visit the website at www.GwinnettTech.edu. Soliciting on or Off Campus Any club fund-raising project must be approved by the Student Life Director prior to the start of the project. Approved student organizations are permitted to sell their products on campus and to local merchants with written authorization from the Student Life Director. Student Honors and Awards Award of Merit This award of recognition is for students who by their actions are recognized as outstanding. Recipients must be either full-time students or part-time students at least halfway through their programs with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Students are selected in one of the following three categories: • Demonstrated Excellence in Performance. This student has competed in state or 58 STUDENT INFORMATION national contests as a representative of Gwinnett Tech and has proven outstanding as an ambassador for our school, or this student has performed in a role which has reached out into the community, state, or nation and has promoted the good name of Gwinnett Tech. This role cannot be part of a required internship or clinical experience. • Demonstrated Improvement as a Student. This student has progressed within their program at a rate that deserves recognition. The student who receives this award has given extra time and/or effort to achieve exceptional growth in their program. • Demonstrated Excellence in Spite of Undue Hardship. This student has demonstrated academic or performance excellence despite financial, family, or time demands. The student who receives this award has made special efforts to succeed while addressing personal hardships. Best Portfolio Award This annual award recognizes the commercial photography graduate who earns the highest total score on the evaluation of his/her portfolio. The portfolio must contain images in finished presentation form in each of the following areas: black and white/color techniques, commercial applications, portrait/wedding, advertising, and a specialized study with images that support a serious involvement in a specific job area. The Best Portfolio Award is presented at Gwinnett Tech’s formal graduation ceremony. Dean’s List At the end of each semester, students who have achieved a grade point average of 3.69 or higher while carrying a minimum of 12 credit hours will be placed on the dean’s list. Distinguished Student Award To be eligible for this award, students must first have been selected as outstanding program students. Their credentials are then judged by a screening committee on the following criteria: • Academic achievement. • Instructor rating in the areas of leadership ability, quality of work, attendance, dependability, and cooperation. • Representation of Gwinnett Tech (participation in school-related activities such as student advisory committees and student organizations; holding office in a student organization – local or state; or participation in student competitions – local, state and/or national). The top candidates are then interviewed by the selection committee and judged on their expressed personal goals, value of training, ability to communicate, enthusiasm, and confidence. Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL) This annual award is presented to the student selected most outstanding from a group of nominees submitted by instructors. Selection is based on grades, instructor rating of personal traits, and an interview before a screening committee. Gwinnett Tech’s GOAL winner then competes with other postsecondary technical college winners for this coveted state award. Honor Graduate Students who achieve a cumulative grade point average of 3.69 or higher will be designated as honor graduates. Honor recognition will be in the graduation program, and stu59 STUDENT INFORMATION dents may wear special stoles available for purchase in the bookstore. Spring semester graduate GPAs are calculated as of fall semester for honor designations. Rad Tech Award of Excellence This award recognizes exceptional performance by a radiologic technology student for the entire two-year period of enrollment. The award is given to the graduating student who has maintained academic excellence, outstanding clinical performance, and a professional rapport as defined by fellow radiologic technologists. Outstanding Student for a Program The recipients of this award must be program students who have completed a minimum of one full semester. These students must also have a minimum 3.0 GPA, demonstrated leadership ability and excellence in performance of their chosen career, and experience with representing Gwinnett Tech in a positive manner and promoting good public relations. SOLA Student Organization Leadership Award is given to exceptional club officers that exemplify leadership qualities within their student organization. This person motivates, encourages, provides vision for the group, and leads by example. This award recognizes their hard work and pays tribute to their achievements on campus and in the community. Eligible recipients must be current club officers in good academic standing. Spirit of GTC This award recognizes students who are consistent, active contributors to GTC Student Life and honors them for their positive impact on campus. These are students who go above and beyond the call of duty to improve the GTC experience. They demonstrate a spirit of service, leadership, volunteerism, enthusiasm, involvement and appreciation. Recipients must be an active member in at least one GTC organization and be in good academic standing. Student Organizations and Clubs Organizations and clubs offer students another opportunity to broaden their environment within the educational process. The purpose, mission, and proposed activities of all groups are clearly related to the educational goals and mission of Gwinnett Tech. Current organizations and clubs on campus include: Association of Future Radiologic Technologists (AFRT) This organization is for students in the radiologic technology program. The mission of AFRT is to advance student involvement in the profession by promotion of school activities and community service. Members participate in local and state professional association activities and keep abreast of current practices and equipment used in the industry. Association for Information Technology Professionals (AITP) This organization is for computer information systems students and others with an interest in the computer information systems field. The mission of AITP is to develop an understanding of information technology; promote sound principles and study methods used in IT; and foster a better understanding of the vital role of IT and how it relates to management. Gwinnett Tech’s student chapter is sponsored by the Atlanta Chapter of AITP, an international organization composed of data processing managers, analysts, programmers, and support personnel. Commercial Construction Guild (CCG) This organization is for commercial construction students. CCG was established to gather, receive and disseminate information helpful to members and to provide professional 60 STUDENT INFORMATION advice and guidance to members. CCG will accomplish this purpose by acquainting student members with issues of importance in the construction industry and with members of an active professional association involved in all phases of the industry. Collegiate DECA Collegiate DECA is a professional organization for business sciences students. Its mission is to provide opportunities for members to develop leadership skills and an understanding of their civic and social roles in society. Through local, state, and national activities, members are challenged to excel in their business careers. Georgia Delta Chi Omega Chapter of Lambda Nu The purpose of this organization is to foster academic scholarship at the highest academic levels. It promotes research and investigation in the radiologic and imaging sciences. In order to become a member a student must possess at least a 3.5 GPA and maintain a “2” or higher in Work Ethics as well as being enrolled in the Radiologic Technology or Imaging Science program as a full-time student for at least 2 semesters. GTC GearHeadz Club This club is for the Automotive Enthusiast and is open to students in any of the automotive programs and Welding. Our purpose is to add the fun and performance aspect of the automotive industry to the professional classes taught here at Gwinnett Tech. We work on our own cars and shop vehicles to add performance including speed and handling. Our activities include various automotive events including car shows. Gwinnett Tech Early Education Club (GTEEC) The mission of GTEEC is to provide opportunities for our students and graduates to network while supporting and advocating for young children in Gwinnett County. We engage in a minimum of three projects each semester - one benefitting the ECE department, one targeting Gwinnett Tech and one supporting our community. Gwinnett Tech Science Club (GTSC) The purpose of this organization is to provide a channel through which students who are interested in science can exercise their interest through extracurricular science projects at GTC and the community. Promoting scientific literacy through community activities, events and partnerships is the mission for GTSC. The Design Group This organization is for students in the Interiors program. The mission of the GTC Design Group is to offer students trade resources, networking opportunities, and events and educational opportunities in which to participate. The Future Cardiovascular Technologist Club (FCT) The Future Cardiovascular Technologist (FCT) is a student organization for our cardiovascular technology students. The purpose of FCT is to continue the advancement of knowledge, involvement, and awareness of students in Cardiovascular Technology. The club promotes healthy lifestyle habits consisting of a heart healthy diet and exercise. They participate in school activities, fundraisers and community service. The Green Sustainable Club This organization supports the expansion of environmental studies, the need for a green workforce, and encourages green and sustainable practices. Its mission is to impact our community by educating, inspiring, and involving people to become more efficient in balancing a greener future. 61 STUDENT INFORMATION Environmental Horticulture Club This club is for students in the horticulture program. Being student led, it is encouraged to identify opportunities that are not found in the traditional classroom curriculum. Activities may include community outreach, tours of facilities related to the Green Industry, plant sales, program development, tree plantings, and industry competitions. Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Travel Club This organization is for students in the hotel, restaurant, and tourism management program. Its purpose is to encourage and assist HRT students to travel and experience the countless number of tourism opportunities outside the classroom. The organization plans and takes trips around the world and the United States. Members help recommend locations for future trips including the organization of tours and seminars. Information Systems Security Association (ISSA) ISSA facilitates interaction and education to create a more successful environment for global information systems security and for the professionals involved. Its mission is to promote management practices that will ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information resources. National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) NTHS promotes the ideals of honesty, service, leadership, career development, and skilled workmanship among technical students in America. The organization encourages and assists students in their pursuit of educational and career goals. It also develops a greater awareness within the business, industrial, and service communities about the talents and abilities of students engaged in technical education. NTHS membership eligibility is by faculty nomination. Nominees must have a GPA of 3.50 or higher and must have completed at least 50% or more of their required courses, including math and English. Furthermore, nominees must have a GPA of 3.50 in their technical program or major. Students pursuing certificates are not eligible for membership in the organization. Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Phi Theta Kappa is an international honor society that recognizes and encourages academic achievement among two-year college students. This organization will also provide leadership and service opportunities to members. Gwinnett Tech’s chapter is named Beta Rho Rho. All students who have earned a 3.5 GPA and at least 12 associate level degree hours are eligible to join. All admitted members must maintain a 3.5 GPA. An induction ceremony will be held during fall and spring semesters. Multi-Cultural Club This club is available to all students enrolled at Gwinnett Tech. Its purpose is to promote cultural awareness and understanding through personal acquaintance and cooperative program presentations that provide activities encouraging cultural exchange. This organization sponsors programs that encourage interaction among the many cultures represented by our students, faculty, staff and community. National Student Nurses Association (NSNA) This organization is for students enrolled in the registered nursing program. Its mission is to promote quality patient care by registered nurses. This organization serves to expand visibility, growth, and awareness of the RN profession. Respiratory Care Club This organization is for students in the respiratory care program. Its mission is to ex62 STUDENT INFORMATION change professional knowledge, expertise, and ideas in the field of respiratory care; to promote a high standard of respiratory care performance for quality patient care; and to stimulate interest in continuing education for respiratory care. Rotaract Club The purpose of this organization is to provide opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills that will promote personal development. In doing so, it will emphasize respect for others by building relationships through serving the community. It will provide personal and group activities to serve the community to promote understanding of the goodwill toward all people. Skills USA This national student organization serves trade, industrial, technical, and health science students and emphasizes leadership, dignity of work, quality workmanship, citizenship, respect, and concern for others. Its mission is to develop professional and leadership skills through active contest participation. Sport and Recreation Management Club The Sport and Recreation Management Club was established to gather, receive, and disseminate information that is helpful to members and to provide vocational advice and guidance to them. Members are given industry specific information, as well as contact with industry professionals in the field. Student Ambassadors Ambassadors are an elite group of students who are nominated, interviewed, and trained to serve as the face of Gwinnett Tech for a year. Duties include volunteering countless hours with outreach programs, school-wide events, and recruitment activities as well as meeting with media and VIPs. Student Leadership Council (SLC) This organization is available to all students enrolled at Gwinnett Tech. Its mission is to provide a channel through which students may build leadership skills, voice concerns and/or suggestions, and enhance communication among students, faculty, and staff. The Student Leadership Council meets monthly and plans activities that involve students in promoting the college and serving the community. Student Organization of Medical Assistants This organization is for students enrolled in the medical assisting program. Its mission is to promote the professional identity and stature of its members and the medical assisting profession; to promote obtaining and maintaining professional credentialing through continuing education activities; and to involve the students in the community through service activities. Student Sonographer Association The Student Sonographer Association supports the advancement of knowledge, involvement, and awareness of students of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program by promotion of school activities and community service. Student-Veteran Organization (SVO) The purpose of the organization is to provide a forum where Student-Veterans can meet fellow Student-Veterans at the college and to support and encourage one another. They foster a spirit of success through social events, participation in Student Life activities with other student groups, and by being a positive influence on the college and community through service projects throughout the year. 63 STUDENT INFORMATION Students’ Toastmasters International The purpose of this organization is to help students excel in their verbal communication skills. Students have the possibility to build confidence in performing a speech for their audience. They are given exercises to be completed so that they can reach their goal and perfect their verbal communication skills. Surgical Technology Club This organization is for students enrolled in the surgical technology program. Its mission is to promote the surgical technology profession and allow students to market ideas and products to assist them in meeting surgical technology goals. The Veterinary Technicians’ Society This organization is for students enrolled in the veterinary technology program. Its mission is to promote professional excellence, to bring about awareness of the need for the program, and to involve students in the community. Women in Technology (WiT) The mission of this organization is to advance women in technology from the classroom to the boardroom by providing advocacy, leadership development, networking, mentoring and technology education. This club is affiliated with the Atlanta Chapter of Women in Technology (WiT) Georgia under the WiT Campus Program. Participants have the chance to network with executive Women in Technology, receiving mentoring in business leadership. Student Complaint Policy It is the policy of Gwinnett Technical College, a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, to maintain a grievance process available to all staff and students that provides an open and meaningful forum for grievances, the resolution of grievances, and is subject to clear guidelines. This procedure does not address grievances related to the unlawful harassment, discrimination and/or retaliation for reporting harassment/discrimination against students. Those complaints are handled by the Unlawful Harassment and Discrimination of Students procedure. The Student Complaint Policy is established to resolve difficulties or problems encountered in college-related activities. Complaints are taken seriously and therefore must be of a compelling, substantive, and verifiable nature. Complaints about a decision made by a member of the faculty or staff may only be filed by students who have been directly, adversely, and substantially affected by the decision. Repeated filings of the same complaint, filings of a frivolous nature, or capricious complaints made against school personnel and policies will be considered an abuse of the student complaint process and will be dismissed. The Student Complaint Policy applies to matters that may include: classroom learning environment, course content, access to classes, student advisement, and quality of services to students. The policy also applies to matters concerning services provided by Administrative Offices, including Admissions, Registrar, Financial Aid, Assessment and Advisement, Business Office, and Facilities. Student Complaint forms should be sent to studentcomplaints@gwinnetttech.edu. The following forms of complaints will be referred to the appropriate administrator: • Academic Grade Appeals – Academic Affairs Office 64 STUDENT INFORMATION • FERPA – Vice President of Student Affairs • Financial Aid – Vice President of Student Affairs • Harassment – Equity Coordinator (Coordinator of Special Populations) • Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence – Equity Coordinator (Coordinator of Special Populations) • Discrimination – Equity Coordinator (Coordinator of Special Populations) • Student Code of Conduct Violations –Vice President Student Affairs Definitions Grievable issues: Issues arising from the application of a policy/procedure to the student’s specific case are always grievable. Specifically grievable are issues related to student advisement, improper disclosure of grades, unfair testing procedures and poor treatment of students; this is a representative list and is not meant to be exhaustive. Non-grievable issues: Issues which have a separate process for resolution (i.e. disciplinary sanctions, FERPA, financial aid, academic grades, discrimination, harassment etc.) are not grievable and a student must take advantage of the process in place. Business days: weekdays that the college administrative offices are open Vice President of Student Affairs (VPSA): the staff member in charge of the student services division at the college Retaliation: unfavorable action taken, condition created, or other action taken by a student/employee for the purpose of intimidation directed toward a student because the student initiated a grievance or participated in an investigation of a grievance Grievant: the student who is making the complaint The following section details the step-by-step process for resolving student complaints. Complaints that do not follow the process described below will not be considered by the college. Documents relating to formal grievances including investigations, dispositions and the grievance itself shall be held for 5 years after the graduation of the student or the date of the student’s last attendance. Student Complaint Procedure A. For all timelines established herein, if a student will need additional time, an extension may be granted at the Vice President of Student Affairs’ discretion. B. Informal Grievance Procedure: Students with grievable issues should resolve those issues, if possible, on an informal basis without the filing of a formal grievance. 1. A student has 10 business days from the date of the incident being grieved to resolve the matter informally by approaching their instructor, department chair or any other staff or faculty member directly involved in the grieved incident. 2. Where this process does not result in a resolution of the grievable issue, the student may proceed to the formal grievance procedure below. C. Formal Grievance Procedure: Where a student cannot resolve their grievance informally, he or she may use this formal grievance procedure. 1. Within 15 business days of the incident being grieved, the student must file 65 STUDENT INFORMATION a formal grievance within the office of the Vice President of Student Affairs (VPSA) by completing the student complaint form and sending it via email to studentcomplaints@gwinnetttech.edu. a) Name, b) Date, c) Brief description of incident being grieved, d) Remedy requested e) Signature, and f) Informal remedy attempted by student and outcome 2. If the grievance is against the VPSA, the student shall file the grievance with the technical college president. 3. The VPSA, or designee, will investigate the matter and supply a written response to the student within 15 business days. 4. If the grieved incident involves possible unlawful harassment, discrimination or retaliation for reporting unlawful harassment/discrimination, the investigation will be handled pursuant to the Procedure: Unlawful Harassment and Discrimination of Students. 5. If the grieved incident is closely related to an incident being processed through the harassment/discrimination or disciplinary procedures, the proceedings under the Unlawful Harassment and Discrimination of Student’s procedure will take precedence, then the disciplinary procedure and then the student’s grievance will be addressed. The grievance will not be processed until after the other procedures have run their course. 6. The VPSA, shall be granted an additional 15 business days to investigate the grievance upon notice to the grieving student. D. Appeal: The student may appeal the decision from the VPSA (or designee) to the technical college president. Only the student has the right to appeal. 1. A student shall file a written appeal to the technical college president within 5 business days of receiving the response referenced above. 2. The appeal will be decided based entirely on documents provided by the student and the administration; therefore the student must ensure that he or she has provided all relevant documents with his or her appeal. 3. At the sole discretion of the technical college president, grievance appeals at their institution may be held in one of the following two ways: a) The technical college president may review the information provided by the student and administration and make the final decision; or b) The technical college president may appoint a cross-functional committee to make the final decision. c) The decision of the technical college president (or the appeals committee) shall be made within 10 business days of receipt of the appeal. 4. The decision of the grievance appeal is final. E. Retaliation against a student for filing a grievance is strictly prohibited. Student Code of Conduct It is the policy of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) to provide technical and adult education programs for the people of Georgia. TCSG’s technical colleges must provide opportunities for intellectual, emotional, social, and physical growth. Technical college students assume an obligation to act in a manner compatible with the fulfillment of the mission. The technical college community recognizes its responsibility to provide 66 STUDENT INFORMATION an atmosphere conducive to growth. With these principles in mind, the Technical College System of Georgia establishes this Student Code of Conduct. Students are also subject to all laws, the enforcement of which is the responsibility of duly constituted authorities. When students violate laws, they may incur penalties prescribed by legal authorities. In such instances, college discipline will be initiated if the presence of the student on campus is considered a possible threat to persons or property, or if that person’s presence may disrupt the educational process of the college. However, when a student’s violation of the law also adversely affects the college’s recognized educational objectives, or violates the college’s Student Code of Conduct, the college will enforce its own regulations. When students violate college regulations, they are subject to disciplinary action by the college whether or not their conduct violates the law. Generally, technical college jurisdiction and discipline shall be limited to conduct which occurs on technical college premises, off-campus classes, activities or functions sponsored by the technical college, an examination or any other written or oral work submitted for evaluation and/or a grade, or which otherwise adversely affects members of the technical college community and/or the pursuit of the technical college’s objectives. Definitions Faculty Member: any person hired by a TCSG technical college to conduct teaching, service, or research activities Hearing Body: as defined in the Student Disciplinary Policy and Procedure Member of the technical college community: any person who is a student, faculty member, contractors, technical college official or any other person/s involved with the technical college, involved in the community or employed by the technical college Policy: the written regulations of the technical college as found in, but not limited to, the Student Code of Conduct, Student Handbook(s), Residence Hall Handbook(s), technical college Catalog(s), the technical college Policy Manual, and the Policy Manual approved by the State Board for the Technical College System of Georgia Student: all persons taking courses at the technical college, including full-time, part-time, dual enrollment, non-credit, and credit; persons who are not officially enrolled for a particular term but who have a continuing relationship with the technical college are also considered “students” System: the Technical College System of Georgia or TCSG. Technical College official: any person employed by the technical college performing assigned responsibilities on a part-time, full-time or adjunct basis. Premises: all land, buildings, facilities, and other property in the possession of or owned, used, or controlled by the technical college (including adjacent streets and sidewalks) Acts in Violation of the Student Code of Conduct Any student found to have committed the following misconduct is subject to the disciplinary sanctions as outlined in the disciplinary sanctions section. Questions on the interpretation of academic misconduct and policies shall be referred to the Vice President of Academic Affairs, while questions on the interpretation of student conduct other than academic misconduct shall be referred to the Vice President of Student Affairs. 67 STUDENT INFORMATION Academic Misconduct includes, but is not limited to, the following: 1. Aiding and Abetting Academic Misconduct knowingly helping, procuring, encouraging or otherwise assisting another person to engage in academic misconduct 2. Cheating a. use and/or possession of unauthorized material or technology during an examination, or any other written or oral work submitted for evaluation and/or a grade, such as tape cassettes, notes, tests, calculators, computer programs, cell phones and/or smart phones, or other electronic devices b. obtaining assistance with or answers to an examination or any other written or oral work submitted for evaluation and/or a grade from another person with or without that person’s knowledge c. furnishing assistance with or answers to an examination or any other written or oral work submitted for evaluation and/or a grade to another person d. possessing, using, distributing or selling unauthorized copies of an examination, computer program, or any other written or oral work submitted for evaluation and/or a grade e. representing as one’s own an examination or any other written or oral work submitted for evaluation and/or a grade created by another person f. taking an examination or any other written or oral work submitted for evaluation and/or a grade in place of another person g. obtaining unauthorized access to the computer files of another person or agency and/or altering or destroying those files h. obtaining teacher edition text books, test banks, or other instructional materials that are only intended to be accessed by technical college officials, college administrator or faculty member 3. Fabrication the falsification of any information or citation in an examination or any other written or oral work submitted for evaluation and/or a grade 4. Plagiarism a. submitting another’s published or unpublished work in whole, in part or in paraphrase, as one’s own without fully and properly crediting the author with footnotes, quotation marks, citations, or bibliographical reference b. submitting as one’s own original work, material obtained from an individual or agency without reference to the person or agency as the source of the material c. submitting as one’s own original work material that has been produced through unacknowledged collaboration with others without release in writing from collaborators Non-Academic Misconduct includes but is not limited to: 1. Behavior a. Indecent Conduct: disorderly, lewd, or indecent conduct, including public physical or verbal action; language commonly considered offensive (not limited to, but including profanity); or distribution of obscene or libelous written or electronic material 68 STUDENT INFORMATION b. Violence: mental or physical abuse of any person (including sex offenses) on technical college premises or at technical college-sponsored or technical college-supervised functions, including verbal or physical actions which threaten or endanger the health or safety of any such persons; this includes fighting and/or other disruptive behavior, which includes any action or threat of action which endangers the peace, safety, or orderly function of the technical college, its facilities, or persons engaged in the business of the technical college c. Harassment: any act, comment, behavior, or clothing which is of a sexually suggestive, harassing, offensive, or intimidating nature; the technical college also prohibits stalking, or behavior which in any way interferes with another student’s rights or an employee’s performance or creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment; (This also includes the display of or navigation to pornography and other inappropriate websites and materials and inappropriate behavior on social media and/or networking applications.); if, in the opinion of technical college officials, clothing and/or behavior (including the presence of gang colors, signs, and/or symbols) are threatening, intimidating, or offensive in nature, sanctions may be imposed immediately. d. Disruption: prohibits intentional obstruction or interruption of teaching, research, administration, disciplinary proceedings, or other technical college activities, including public service functions, and other duly authorized activities on technical college premises or at technical college-sponsored activity sites e. Failure to Comply: failure to comply with directions of technical college officials and/or failure to identify oneself to these persons when requested to do so 2. Professionalism Infractions of the dress code include, but are not limited to, the following: a. Failure to wear attire appropriate for a mature learning environment: inappropriate attire includes, but is not limited to, the following: excessive skin exposure and display of undergarments. b. Failure to have on footwear c. When instructed, failure to wear attire designated for classrooms, laboratories, shop areas, internships, and clinical courses, according to the requirements of the work for which the student is being trained. d. Failure to maintain personal hygiene: cleanliness of body and clothing, etc. e. Failure to refrain from wearing emblems, insignia, badges, symbols or attire that contain inappropriate, lewd, vulgar messages, displays illegal substances or that connote gang affiliation, where the effect thereof may be construed as offensive to a reasonable person or might otherwise cause disruption of interference with the orderly operations of the College 3. Use of Technical College Property a. Theft and Damage: prohibits theft of, misuse of, or harm to technical college property, or theft of or damage to property of a member of the technical college community or a campus visitor on technical college premises or at a technical college function b. Occupation or Seizure: occupation or seizure in any manner of technical college property, a technical college premises, or any portion thereof for a use inconsistent with prescribed, customary, or authorized use 69 STUDENT INFORMATION c. Presence on technical college premises: prohibits unauthorized entry upon technical college premises; unauthorized entry into technical college premises or a portion thereof which has been restricted in use; unauthorized presence in technical college premises after closing hours; or furnishing false information to gain entry upon technical college premises d. Assembly: prohibits participation in or conducting an unauthorized gathering that threatens or causes injury to person or property or that interferes with free access to technical college facilities or that is harmful, obstructive, or disruptive to the educational process or functions of the technical college e. Fire Alarms: prohibits setting off a fire alarm or using or tampering with any fire safety equipment on technical college premises or at technical college-sponsored activity sites, except with reasonable belief in the need for such alarm or equipment; in the event of a fire alarm sounding, students must evacuate the building unless otherwise directed by a technical college official f. 4. Obstruction: prohibits obstruction of the free flow of pedestrian or vehicular traffic on technical college premises or at technical college sponsored or supervised functions; refer to Gwinnett Technical College Parking Policy and Regulations Drugs, Alcohol and Other Substances Substances referred to under this policy include all illegal drugs, alcoholic beverages, and misused legal drugs (both prescription and over-the-counter). a. Alcohol: Students must comply with all state and federal laws regulating alcohol as well as TCSG Policy II.C.6, Alcohol on Campus. Alcoholic beverages may not be served or sold at any student sponsored function. Students being in a state of intoxication on technical college premises or at technical college-sponsored or supervised functions (including off-campus functions), internships, externships, practicum, clinical sites, co-operative or academic sponsored programs or activities or in a technical college-owned vehicle is prohibited. b. Controlled substances, illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia: The technical college prohibits possession, use, sale, or distribution of any controlled substance, illegal drugs, or drug paraphernalia except as expressly permitted by law. Any influence which may be attributed to the use of drugs or of alcoholic beverages shall not in any way limit the responsibility of the individual for the conduct or consequences of his/her actions. c. Food: The technical college prohibits eating and/or drinking in classrooms, shops, and labs or other unauthorized areas on technical college premises, unless otherwise permitted by technical college officials. d. Smoking/Tobacco: The technical college prohibits smoking via any type of tobacco products or electronic smoking devices in classrooms, shops, and labs or other unauthorized areas on technical college premises. Refer to the Gwinnett Technical College Tobacco Policy. 5. 70 Use of Technology a. Damage and Destruction: Destruction of or harm to equipment, software, or data belonging to the technical college or to others is considered unacceptable usage. This may include altering, downloading, or installing software on technical college computers, tampering with computer hardware or software configuration, improper access to the technical college’s network, and disconnection of technical college computers or devices. STUDENT INFORMATION b. Electronic Devices: Unless otherwise permitted by technical college officials, the technical college prohibits use of electronic devices in classrooms, labs, and other instructional, event, or affiliated facilities on technical college Premises. Such devices include, but are not limited to cell phones, beepers, walkie talkies, cameras, gaming devices, and other electronic devices, which may cause unnecessary disruption to the teaching/learning process on campus. The technical college also prohibits attaching personal electronic devices to college computers under any circumstances. c. Harassment: The technical college prohibits the use of computer technology to harass another student or technical college official with obscene, harassing or intimidating messages, communications, jokes, or material. d. Unacceptable Use: The technical college prohibits the use of computing facilities to interfere with the work of another student, faculty member or technical college official. This includes the unauthorized use of another individual’s identification and password. Gwinnett Technical College prohibits any additional violation to the college’s Acceptable Computer and Internet Use Policy. 6. Weapons The Technical College System of Georgia is committed to providing all employees, students, volunteers, visitors, vendors and contractors a safe and secure workplace and/or academic setting. The possession, carrying, or transportation of a firearm, weapon, or explosive compound/material in or on college buildings or property (including all satellite campuses/off-site work units), shall be governed by Georgia state law. All individuals are expected to comply with the related laws. Failure to follow laws pertaining to weapons is considered a violation of the Student Code of Conduct. Relevant Georgia laws to be aware of and compliant with include but may not be limited to O.C.G.A.§ 16-8-12(a)(6)(A)(iii), O.C.G.A.§ 167-80, O.C.G.A.§ 16-7-81, O.C.G.A.§ 16-7-85, O.C.G.A.§ 16-11-121, O.C.G.A.§ 16-11-125.1, O.C.G.A.§ 16-11-126, O.C.G.A.§ 16-11-127, O.C.G.A.§ 16-11-127.1, O.C.G.A.§ 16-11-129, O.C.G.A.§ 16-11-130, O.C.G.A.§ 16-11-133, O.C.G.A.§ 1611-135, O.C.G.A.§ 16-11-137, O.C.G.A.§ 43-38-10. 7. Gambling The Technical College System of Georgia prohibits the violation of federal, state or local gambling laws on technical college premises or at technical college sponsored or supervised activities. 8. Parking The technical college prohibits violation of regulations regarding the operation and parking of motor vehicles on or around college premises. 9. Financial Irresponsibility The technical college prohibits the theft or misappropriation of any technical college, student organization or other assets. 10. Violation of Technical College Policy Violation of system or technical college policies, rules or regulations including, but not limited to, rules imposed upon students who enroll in a particular class or program, internships, externships, practicum, clinical sites, co-operative, or any academic sponsored programs or activities, student organizations or students who reside in on-campus housing. 71 STUDENT INFORMATION 11. Aiding and Abetting Aiding, abetting, or procuring another person to do an activity which otherwise violates this Code of Conduct is prohibited. 12. Falsification of Documentation Disciplinary proceedings may be instituted against a student who falsifies any documentation related to the technical college either to the technical college or to others in the community, including, but not limited to falsification of: technical college transcripts; transcripts or other documentation from other institutions to obtain credit from or admission to the technical college; technical college report cards or other grade reports; documentation related to a student’s citizenship status; tests, homework, attendance records; signature of any technical college employee in his or her official capacity; signatures of any employee of a clinical or internship site where the student is participating in an educational program associated with the technical college or records related to any clinical, internship or other academic activity associated with the technical college. 13. Violation of Law a. If a student is convicted or pleads Nolo Contendere to an on-campus or off-campus violation of federal, state, or local law, but not has not been charged with any other violation of the Student Code of Conduct, disciplinary action may nevertheless be taken and sanctions imposed if the violation of federal, state or local law is detrimental to the technical college’s vital interests and stated mission and purpose. b. Disciplinary proceedings may be instituted against a student charged with violation of a law that is also a violation of the Student Code of Conduct if both violations result from the same factual situation, without regard to criminal arrest and/or prosecution. Proceedings under this Student Code of Conduct may be carried out prior to, simultaneously with, or following criminal proceedings. c. When a student is charged by federal, state, or local authorities with a violation of law, the technical college will not request or agree to special consideration for that individual because of his/her status as a student. The technical college will cooperate fully with law enforcement and other agencies in the enforcement of criminal law on campus and in the conditions imposed by criminal courts for the rehabilitation of student violators. Individual students, acting in their personal capacities, remain free to interact with governmental representatives as they deem appropriate. 14. Abuse of the Student Judicial Process, including but not limited to a. failure to obey the notification of the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee, Hearing Body, Appellate Board or Technical College Official b. falsification, distortion, or misrepresentation of information in a judicial proceeding c. disruption or interference with the orderly conduct of a disciplinary proceeding d. initiating a disciplinary proceeding knowingly without cause e. attempting to discourage an individual’s proper participation in, or use of, the disciplinary process f. 72 attempting to influence the impartiality of a member of a Hearing Body, or Ap- STUDENT INFORMATION pellate Board prior to, and/or during the course of, the disciplinary proceeding g. harassment (verbal or physical) and/or intimidation of a member of a Hearing Body, or Appellate Board prior to, during, and/or after a disciplinary proceeding h. failure to comply with the sanction(s) imposed under the Student Code Student Disciplinary Procedure The administration reserves the right to maintain a safe and orderly educational environment for students and staff. Therefore, when, in the judgment of technical college officials, a student’s conduct disrupts or threatens to disrupt the technical college community, appropriate disciplinary action will be taken to restore and protect the atmosphere of collegiality and mutual respect on campus. This procedure is intended to provide an orderly protocol for handling student disciplinary cases in accordance with the principles of due process and justice. Documents shall be held for no less than three (3) years after the graduation of the student or the date of the student’s last attendance. Definitions Academic Misconduct: includes, but is not limited to, the definition found in the Student Code of Conduct Business Days: weekdays that the technical college administrative offices are open Hearing Body: any person or persons authorized by the president of a technical college to provide a hearing as provided in this procedure Member of the Technical College Community: any person who is a student, faculty member, technical college official or any other person/s involved with the technical college community or employed by the technical college Policy: the written regulations of the technical college as found in, but not limited to, the Student Code of Conduct, Students Handbook(s), Residence Hall Handbook(s), Technical College Catalog(s), the Technical College Policy Manual, and the Policy Manual approved by the State Board for the Technical College System of Georgia Student: all persons taking courses at the technical college full-time, part-time, dual enrollment, non-credit and credit; persons who are not officially enrolled for a particular term but who have a continuing relationship with the technical college. Student Organization: any number of persons who have complied with the formal requirements for technical college recognition Technical College: any college within the Technical College System of Georgia Technical College Official: any person employed by the technical college, performing assigned administrative responsibilities on a part-time, full-time, or adjunct basis Premises: all land, buildings, facilities, and other property in the possession of or owned, used, or controlled by the technical college (including adjacent streets and sidewalks) The Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee shall retain a copy of all documents concerning complaints, investigations, administrative actions, and communications in relation to any incident that resulted in a disciplinary investigation of any kind against a student. The Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical 73 STUDENT INFORMATION college president’s designee will also retain records of any disciplinary appeals filed by the affected student, as well as the resulting record of appeal and decision submitted by the Hearing Body and the technical college president or his/her designee. A record of the final decision must also be retained. All records specified in this section shall be retained for a period of five years. A. Filing a Complaint 1. Any person may file a complaint with the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee against any student for an alleged violation of the Student Code of Conduct. The individual(s) initiating the action should complete a Student Code of Conduct Complaint Form, and provide it to the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee. 2. Academic Misconduct may be handled using a separate Academic Misconduct Procedure via the Vice President of Academic Affairs at the discretion of the technical college president. 3. Investigation and Decision a. Within 15 business days after the Student Code of Conduct Complaint Form (the “Complaint”) is fi the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee shall complete a preliminary investigation of the incident, and schedule a meeting with the student against whom the complaint was fi in order to discuss the incident and the allegations. In the event that additional time is necessary, the Student will be notified. After discussing the complaint with the student, the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee shall determine whether the student committed the alleged conduct, and whether the alleged conduct constitutes a violation of the Student Code of Conduct. b. The student shall have 5 business days from the date contacted by the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee to schedule the meeting. This initial meeting may only be rescheduled one time. If the student fails to respond to the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee within 5 business days to schedule the meeting, reschedules the meeting more than once, or fails to appear at the meeting, the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee will consider the available evidence without student input and make a determination c. In the event that a Complaint alleges violations of the Student Code of Conduct by more than one student, each student’s disciplinary proceeding, as well as any appeals relating to that proceeding, shall be conducted individually. d. If the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee determines that the student has violated the Student Code of Conduct, he/she shall impose one or more disciplinary sanctions consistent with those described below. If the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee determines that the alleged conduct did not occur, or that the conduct was not a violation of the Student Code of Conduct, he/she shall not impose any disciplinary sanctions on the student and the investigation shall be closed. 74 STUDENT INFORMATION B. Disciplinary Sanctions Based on the severity of the incident, the Vice President of Student Affairs may take one of two actions: 1. After a determination that a student has violated the Student Code of Conduct, the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee may impose, without referral to the Hearing Body, one or more of the following sanctions. Notification shall be sent to the student and the person(s) who initially filed the complaint. a. Restitution – A student who has committed an offense against property may be required to reimburse the technical college or other owner for damage to or misappropriation of such property. Any such payment in restitution shall be limited to the actual cost of repair or replacement. b. Reprimand – A written reprimand may be given to any student. Such a reprimand does not restrict the student in any way, but it signifies to the student that he/she is in effect being given another chance to conduct himself/herself as a proper member of the technical college community, and that any further violation may result in more serious sanctions. c. Restriction – A restriction upon a student’s privileges for a period of time may be imposed. This restriction may include but is not limited to denial of the right to represent the technical college in any way, denial of use of facilities, alteration or revocation of parking privileges, or restrictions from participating in extracurricular activities. d. Disciplinary Probation – Continued enrollment of a student on probation may be conditioned upon adherence to specified terms. Any student placed on probation will be notified of the terms and length of probation in writing. Any conduct determined after due process to be in violation of these terms while on probation may result in the imposition of more serious disciplinary sanctions, as specified by the terms of probation. e. Failing or lowered grade – In cases of Academic Misconduct, the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee will make a recommendation to the Vice President of Academic Affairs or his/her designee who may authorize the instructor to award a failing or lowered grade in the course, or a loss of credit on the assignment or examination. 2. After a determination that a student has violated the Student Code of Conduct, the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee may recommend the imposition of one of the following sanctions if appropriate. The Vice President of Student Affairs’ recommendation will be forwarded to the Hearing Body, which may impose one or more of the following sanctions, as well as those described in section VI.C.1 above, following a hearing. A copy of the written recommendation shall be provided to the student and the person filing the complaint. A grade of “W” will be issued for any of the sanctions below. a. Disciplinary Suspension – If a student is suspended, he/she is separated from the technical college for a stated period of time. Conditions of reinstatement, if any, must be stated in the notice of suspension. b. Disciplinary Expulsion – Removal and exclusion from the technical college, Technical College controlled facilities, programs, events, and activ75 STUDENT INFORMATION ities. A record of the reason for the student’s dismissal is maintained by Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee. Students who have been dismissed from the technical college for any reason may apply in writing to the Vice President of Student Affairs for reinstatement twelve (12) months following the expulsion. If approval for reinstatement is granted, the student will be placed on disciplinary probation for a specified term. The probationary status may be removed at the end of the specified term at the discretion of the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee. c. System-Wide Expulsion – Where a student has been expelled or suspended three times from the same or different colleges in the Technical College System of Georgia in the past seven years, the student will not be permitted to register at any college in the Technical College System of Georgia for a period of ten years after the most recent expulsion/suspension. 3. Violation of Federal, State, or Local Law a. If a student is convicted or pleads nolo contendere to an off-campus violation of federal, state, or local law, but not with any other violation of the Student Code of Conduct, disciplinary action may be taken and sanctions imposed for misconduct that is detrimental to the technical college’s vital interests and stated mission and purpose. b. Disciplinary proceedings may be instituted against a student charged with violation of a law that is also a violation of the Student Code of Conduct if both violations result from the same factual situation, without regard to criminal arrest and/or prosecution. Proceedings under this Student Code of Conduct may be carried out prior to, simultaneously with, or following criminal proceedings. c. When a student is charged by federal, state, or local authorities with a violation of law, the technical college will not request or agree to special consideration for that individual because of his/her status as a student. The technical college will cooperate fully with law enforcement and other agencies in the enforcement of criminal law on campus and in the conditions imposed by criminal courts for the rehabilitation of student violators. Individual students, acting in their personal capacities, remain free to interact with governmental representatives as they deem appropriate. 4. Interim Disciplinary Suspension – As a general rule, the status of a student accused of violations of the Student Code of Conduct should not be altered until a final determination is made regarding the allegations against him/her. However, interim suspension may be imposed upon a finding by the Vice President of Student Affairs or his/her designee that the continued presence of the accused student on campus constitutes a potential or immediate threat to the safety and well-being of the accused student or any other member of the technical college community or its guests, or that the continued presence of the student on campus creates a risk of substantial disruption of classroom or other technical college-related activities. If an interim disciplinary suspension is imposed, the matter must be referred as soon as possible to the Hearing Body. The student need not request an appeal. 76 STUDENT INFORMATION 5. Conditions of Disciplinary Suspension and Expulsion a. A student who has been suspended or expelled from the technical college shall be denied all privileges afforded a student and shall be required to vacate technical college Premises at a time determined by the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee. b. In addition, after vacating the technical college premises, a suspended or expelled Student may not enter upon the technical college premises at any time, for any purpose, in the absence of written permission from the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee. A suspended or expelled student must contact the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee for permission to enter the technical college premises for a limited, specified purpose. c. If the student seeks to submit a signed Disciplinary Sanction Appeal Form, the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee must accept the form by mail or fax if he/she refuses the Student’s request to enter the Technical College premises for that specified purpose. d. A scheduled appeal hearing before the Hearing Body shall be understood as expressed permission from the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee for a student to enter the technical college premises for the duration of that hearing. C. Mediation At the discretion of the technical college president the technical college may adopt a mediation procedure to be utilized prior to the appeals set forth herein. Mediation may never be used in cases of alleged sexual misconduct. D. Hearing/Appeals Procedure 1. A student who wishes to appeal a disciplinary decision by the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee regarding an assigned sanction of restitution, reprimand, restriction, disciplinary probation, or failing or lowered grade must file a written notice of appeal through the technical college president’s office for review by the Hearing Body within five business days of notification of the decision. The person filing the initial complaint against the student must be notified of the hearing date. 2. If the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee recommended a sanction of disciplinary suspension, disciplinary expulsion, interim disciplinary suspension, or system-wide expulsion, the matter will be referred to the Hearing Body by the Vice President of Student Affairs. The student need not file a written notice of his or her desire to appear before the Hearing Body. The person filing the initial complaint shall also be given notification of the hearing. 3. The student will then have the right to appear in a hearing before a Hearing Body assigned by the technical college president or his/her designee within 10 business days to present evidence and/or testimony. If the student has been placed on an interim disciplinary suspension, the hearing must be held as soon as possible, preferably within five days. The student has the right to be assisted by any single advisor he/she chooses, at his/her own expense. The student is responsible for presenting his/her own case and, therefore, advisors 77 STUDENT INFORMATION are not permitted to speak or to participate directly in any hearing before a Hearing Body. The Hearing Body may consist of a single person or a group of people drawn from the technical college community. There shall be a single official record, such as a tape recording, of all hearings before the Hearing Body. The official record shall be the property of the technical college. The standard of proof in all hearings shall be a preponderance of the evidence. The chairperson of the Hearing Body shall notify the technical college president and the Vice President of Student Affairs in writing of the Hearing Body’s decision. The technical college president or his/her designee will notify the student in writing of the Hearing Body’s decision. 4. If the student appeared before the Hearing Body to appeal the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee’s sanction of restitution, reprimand, restriction, disciplinary probation, or failing or lowered grade, the Hearing Body’s decision regarding the appeal is final. A copy of the Hearing Body’s written decision will be provided to both the student and the person who filed the original complaint. 5. If the student appeared before the Hearing Body after the Vice President of Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee recommended disciplinary suspension, disciplinary expulsion, interim disciplinary suspension, or system-wide expulsion, the student shall have the opportunity to appeal directly to the technical college president. 6. If entitled to an appeal to the technical college president, the student shall have 5 business days after receiving written notification of the Hearing Body’s decision to request in writing an appeal. The student shall ensure that all relevant information is included with this request. The person who filed the original complaint shall be notified of the student’s appeal. 7. The president of the technical college or his/her designee’s review shall be in writing and shall only consider evidence currently in the record, new facts not brought up in earlier stages of the appeal shall not be considered. The technical college president or his/her designee shall deliver the decision to the student and the person who fi the original complaint within 10 business days. The decision of the technical college president or his/her designee shall be fi and binding. Student Rights The framework of a democratic society is based on the concept of individual freedom and certain inalienable rights guaranteed by the constitution. Inherent in the concept of rights is the obligation for each individual to assume responsibility in the expression of those rights. To this end, Gwinnett Technical College has installed written codes of conduct and laws of governance which serve to protect the majority rights of both the student body and the college. Within these boundaries, Gwinnett Technical College guarantees the rights of students as stated in this text. Graduates of certificate, diploma and degree programs shall have the right to a quality educational program consistent with the course and program descriptions made available to them during the admission process. This includes content, number of contact hours, credit hours and credentials to be earned. Students who graduate shall have the right to retraining without cost if an employer finds them lacking in competency in the occupational field for which they were trained. 78 STUDENT INFORMATION Students shall have the right to academic advisement including advisement from the faculty as to standards of academic performance, criteria for grades, and other expectations related to the course. Any student who believes that the student’s academic rights have been violated may seek re-dress according to the procedures outlined on in the catalog. Students shall have the right to due process when accused of a violation of any campus regulation or code of conduct. The disciplinary responsibilities of institutional officials and the disciplinary procedures shall be clearly formulated and published. In all cases students shall be informed of the nature of the charges against them, given a fair opportunity to refute them, and guaranteed the right of appeal. Students shall have the right of protection against prejudiced academic evaluation and assessment. At the same time, however, students are responsible for maintaining the standards of academic performance established by the college and by the faculty for each course in which they are enrolled. Students shall have the right to take stands on issues through the Student Leadership Council, the right to examine and discuss questions of interest to them, and the right to support causes, by orderly means, which do not disrupt the regular and essential campus operation. Students shall have the right to have their academic, disciplinary, and counseling records kept confidential, and have the right of access to those records, as subject to existing institutional policy and state and federal law. All practices and policies dealing with the acquisition and retention of information for records shall be formulated with due regard for the student’s right to privacy. No permanent records shall be available to unauthorized persons within or to any person outside the institution without the express consent of the student involved except under legal compulsion. No permanent records shall be kept which reflect any alleged political activities or beliefs of students. Disabled students shall have the right to and accessibility to all college programs and activities. Please refer all questions concerning special services for the disabled to the Disability Services Office located in building 100, room 323B or call 678-226-6691. Any student who believes that his or her rights have been violated in any way should immediately contact the vice president of student affairs. This includes those violations that are the result of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, or age. The institution is committed to maintaining an atmosphere on campus which allows each individual student the unhampered freedom to study, investigate, write, speak, and debate. Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act The Student-Right-To-Know and Campus Security Act is an amendment to the Higher Education Act of 1992. The act requires colleges and universities to make graduation/ completion rates, transfer-out rates, and campus crime statistics available to enrolled student and prospective students. This information is available in the Student Center, Registrar’s Office in building 100, and online at the following link. http://www.gwinnetttech.edu/ content.cfm?PageCode=right-to-know. 79 STUDENT INFORMATION Academic Policies The purpose of Gwinnett Tech’s academic policies is to ensure fairness and consistency in the manner in which academic performance is administered, evaluated and communicated to students. Academic performance is measured by comparing the student’s actual acquisition of skills and knowledge with the prescribed learning outcomes of courses and programs. Such skill and knowledge, validated by the Technical College System of Georgia and local occupational advisory committees, is designed to prepare students for successful entry and advancement in their respective career choices. Academic Freedom Gwinnett Technical College embraces and adopts the following statements of policy as published by the State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia. Gwinnett Technical College supports the concept of academic freedom. In the development of knowledge, research endeavors, and creative activities, faculty and students must be free to cultivate a spirit of inquiry and scholarly criticism. Instructors are entitled to freedom in the classroom in discussing their subject, but they should be careful not to introduce into their teaching controversial matter which has no relation to their subject. Faculty and students must be able to examine ideas in an atmosphere of freedom and confidence. Gwinnett Technical College safeguards and protects these rights of academic freedom by providing faculty and students the right to initiate grievance procedures should they have complaints dealing with the infringement of or personal penalization as the result of the exercise of this freedom. Gwinnett Technical College also recognizes that commitment to every freedom carries with it attendant responsibilities. The faculty members must fulfill their responsibilities to society and to their profession by manifesting competence, professional discretion, and good citizenship. When they speak and write as a citizen, they will be free from institutional censorship or discipline, but their special position in the community imposes special obligations. As professional educators, they must remember that the public may judge their profession and their institution by their utterances. Hence, they should at all times be accurate, exercise appropriate restraint, show respect for the opinions of others, and make every effort to indicate they are not speaking for the institution. At no time shall the principles of academic freedom prevent the institution from making proper efforts to assure the best possible instruction for all students in accordance with the objectives of the institution. Intellectual Property Through its mission, Gwinnett Technical College is dedicated to the dissemination of knowledge that is vital to the workforce needs of the community. The college also affirms its commitment to innovation and encourages faculty, staff and students in the development of new teaching methodologies, scholarly works, educational software, and all other intellectual property. Students may obtain a copy of the full intellectual property policy in the office of academic affairs. Academic Integrity Gwinnett Tech expects students, faculty, and staff to conduct themselves with honesty, character and academic integrity. Academic integrity is defined by the Center for Academic Integrity www.academicintegrity.org as “a commitment, even in the face of adversity, 80 ACADEMIC POLICIES to five fundamental values: honesty, trust, fairness, respect, and responsibility.” Gwinnett Tech promotes and expects all members of the college community to conduct themselves professionally and with academic integrity. Gwinnett Tech considers academic integrity an integral part of learning. Any infraction of this honesty policy is detrimental to the student’s education and the integrity of the college. The following cases of dishonesty are strictly forbidden: • Plagiarizing any assignment. “Plagiarism” means using someone else’s ideas or words without using quotation marks and/or giving credit by citation of source(s). • Copying/submitting another person’s work. • Unauthorized taking of someone else’s work. • Using unauthorized notes or equipment (including programmable calculators) during an examination. • Stealing an examination or using a stolen examination for any purpose. • Allowing another student to have access to your work, thereby enabling that student to represent the work as his or her own. • Having someone else take a quiz or exam in your place or assisting someone in any way during a quiz or exam, or using any unauthorized electronic device or other unauthorized method of support during a quiz or exam. • Fabricating information, such as data for a lab report. • Falsifying a patient’s medical record or a student’s clinical record, or any other student record, including a record of attendance. • Using another person’s file, flash drive, diskette, or copying another student’s computer program. Instructors may use any one or more of the following disciplinary measures for addressing instances of dishonesty: • Award a zero for the assignment; • Assign a failing (“F”) grade for the course; • Recommend the dismissal of the student from the program. Additionally, if an online student is suspected of dishonesty, the instructor can require the student to take onsite or proctored tests, or to complete other assessments to authenticate the student’s level of proficiency. Academic Status Students attending Gwinnett Tech are expected to meet certain academic standards. Students who maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 (C) or better are considered to be in good academic standing. Academic Warning Students who do not earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (C) will be placed on academic warning. “Academic warning” will appear on the student’s transcript. Additionally, when accessing grade reports via www.gtc-web.org, “academic warning” will appear on a student’s grade report. Notification of academic standing will be sent to the students’ GTC email account. Students who earn a minimum semester GPA of 2.0 (C) for the following semester but do not have an average cumulative GPA of 2.0 (C) will remain on Academic Warning. 81 ACADEMIC POLICIES Academic Probation Students who do not earn a minimum GPA of 2.0 (C) for the next semester of enrollment following an academic warning will be placed on academic probation. “Academic probation” will appear on the student’s transcript. Additionally, when accessing grade reports via www.gtc-web.org, “academic probation” will appear. Notification of academic standing will be sent to the students’ GTC email account. Students on academic probation will be limited to enrollment of no more than 12 credit hours for the period of probation. Academic Dismissal Students who do not achieve a minimum GPA of 2.0 (C) for the next semester of enrollment following academic probation will be dismissed from the college. “Academic Dismissal” will appear on the student’s transcript. Additionally, when accessing grade reports via www.gtc-web.org, “academic dismissal” will appear. Notification of academic standing will be sent to the students’ GTC email account. Students who have been academically dismissed from the college the first time will be eligible to return after one semester. Additional admissions testing will not be required unless the applicant fails to meet minimum admission standards as required by a particular program of study. Students who return after academic dismissal will be placed on academic probation and must meet with an Advisement Center advisor to complete an academic contract prior to registration. Readmitted students who do not achieve a minimum 2.0 (C) grade point average for the first semester of re-enrollment will again be academically dismissed from the college and will not be eligible to return for one full calendar year from the ending of the semester of dismissal. Students not enrolled for two or more semesters must reapply to the college. Attendance Policy Students are expected to attend classes as scheduled and to be on time for each class. Students are expected to be punctual and attend all classes for which they are registered. Instructors will keep an accurate record of class attendance. Students anticipating an absence or tardy should contact the instructor in advance or provide notification as soon as possible. It is the responsibility of the student to account for instructional time missed and to seek permission for make-up work at the discretion of the instructor. If the student does not attend classes, submit assignments, or when applicable contact instructors in a timely manner (either in person, phone, or e-mail) a failing grade(s) may be issued. Students are advised of the attendance policy for each class by the instructor and through the course syllabus. Special attendance policies may be enforced for some programs. Absence An absence will be recorded when a student misses class or is tardy more than 10 minutes past the start of a class hour. This policy does not include students who attend approved fi trips, who complete assignments early as authorized by the instructor, or who participate in an open lab situation. This policy also does not include students who are called for jury or military duty. In all such cases, students must inform their instructors (and the Financial Aid Office if appropriate) prior to their absence, when possible, and provide appropriate documentation. Administrative Withdrawal Any student who does not meet the instructor’s standards for scheduled contact hours for any class will be administratively withdrawn from the class and assigned a grade of “WF” for the course (which is equivalent to a failing grade). 82 ACADEMIC POLICIES Online students who fail to participate in class over a two-week period may be administratively withdrawn and assigned a grade of “WF” for the course (which is equivalent to a failing grade). Appeal of Administrative Withdrawal Students have the right to appeal an administrative withdrawal with the Academic Affairs Office. Dismissal of an administrative withdrawal is limited to certain criteria which may include, but is not limited to: hospitalization of the student, the death of an immediate family member during the semester of the withdrawal, the student being assigned to active military duty or jury duty for more than three consecutive days during the semester. The appeal must be submitted in writing to the Office of Academic Affairs no later than one week into the following semester from the date of notification of the administrative withdrawal. Students should inform their instructor of their appeal and continue attending class while the appeal is in process, unless otherwise advised. All decisions on appeals of administrative withdrawals rendered by the Office of Academic Affairs shall be final. No Show Students who do not participate or attend in the first week of classes will be designated as “No Show” and will be removed from the class roster. Online students who do not participate during the first week of the semester will be dropped as a “No Show.” For hybrid courses that meet once per week, students must attend or participate online during the week to avoid “No Show” designation. When submitted as a no show, the course will not appear on the student’s academic record and a 100% refund of applicable tuition and applicable refundable fees will be given. Financial aid students will be responsible for all charges related to any classes for which they are designated as “No Show”. Financial aid will not pay for “No-Show” classes. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm his/her registration status for each course during the registration and drop/add periods. The responsibility to register for classes and drop those classes that are no longer desired to be taken resides solely with the student. Classes in which students no longer desire to participate should be dropped during registration or the drop/add period. The “No Show” process is the college’s administrative recordkeeping process and students should not attempt to use or rely on this process to ensure classes are removed from their schedules. Tardy A tardy will be recorded when a student arrives one to ten minutes late for a class. When a student is tardy more than 10 minutes of a class hour, an absence will be recorded for one class period. Competency-Based Courses Course syllabi identify those competencies that should be demonstrated by students in order to successfully complete a course. Course syllabi may also identify certain competencies as critical. Competencies may be further described and/or governed in supplemental course policy statements, schedules, assignment lists, etc., provided to students. Assessments of a student’s level of competence may be achieved by, but are not limited to, the following methods: written, oral and/or practical quizzes, tests and examinations; assigned written and/or oral projects (including homework assignments, term papers, classroom presentations, etc.); and classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical observations of student learning activities. 83 ACADEMIC POLICIES In order for a student to receive credit for a course, the final weighted average of all course assessments must be a minimum of 70 percent. However, failure to demonstrate achievement of any critical competency(ies) by the end of a semester will result in a grade of “F.” Students who fail to demonstrate achievement of any critical competency(ies) during the semester may, if authorized by the instructor, be given an additional assessment opportunity to demonstrate competence. The additional opportunity will be comparable to, but not necessarily identical to, the initial assessment. The maximum grade awarded for the additional assessment will be determined by the instructor. A student who fails the final assessment of any critical competency(ies) during a semester may be administratively withdrawn from the course if continued participation is deemed harmful to the student and/or to others. Course Cancellation and Instructor Changes Gwinnett Tech will make every effort to offer scheduled courses. The college reserves the right, however, to cancel courses due to insufficient student enrollment. In the event of a course cancellation, the academic affairs office will give students the option of receiving a refund, if appropriate, or changing to another class based on availability. The college also reserves the right to change instructors, as well as course dates, times and locations from those published in the course listings. Course Credit Course credit awarded by other than satisfactory completion of a course at Gwinnett Tech may be earned as follows: • Advanced Placement Credit • Secondary Articulation Credit • College Level Examination Placement Credit (CLEP) • Exemption Exam • Credit by Transfer • Military Credit (see Credit by Transfer) • Non-Collegiate Course Credit Learning Support Gwinnett Tech offers academic support through learning support courses for students whose transcripts, SAT scores, and/or placement tests in math, reading, and/or writing indicate a lack of academic preparation for regular programs of study. Students whose transcripts or placement test scores show an underdevelopment in any or all of these areas are required to successfully complete the appropriate learning support course(s) before they are fully accepted to a program of study. The required learning support courses are identified during the admissions process and reported to the student. Learning support courses are divided into two tracks - certificate/diploma and associate degree-level. Student test scores may indicate that a sequence of both diploma and degree learning support courses are needed. Elective Courses Students must choose approved electives based on the list provided in the program of study area in the catalog of their year of acceptance. Prerequisite Courses Students must meet the prerequisite requirements based on the current catalog. Prerequisites are listed in the catalog under course descriptions. 84 ACADEMIC POLICIES The First Year Experience Course (FYES 1000) The First Year Experience course (FYES 1000) is an integral part of every student’s first semester experience at the college. It is a required course within the academic curriculum of all degree and diploma programs at the college, as well as most certificate programs. To achieve the most from this academic requirement, all incoming new beginning and transfer students, and readmitted students are required to enroll in FYES 1000 during their first semester of enrollment. There are limited criteria which may exempt a student from taking this course based on qualifying number of credit hours previously earned at other colleges or previous degree(s) earned. Students who believe that they may qualify for an exemption from FYES 1000 and have not requested transcript evaluation should e-mail tcevaluation@GwinnettTech.edu to have previous college transcripts evaluated. Steps to request transcript evaluation are listed on page 372. Students will receive an email notification when the evaluation is complete. Students who are not eligible for exemption after the evaluation will need to enroll in the course. Students who do not enroll in the course during their first semester, those who do not pass, and those who withdraw from the course during their first semester will be sent notifications to their student email accounts regarding the need to enroll in the course during their second semester of enrollment. Students identified as needing the course as part of their program’s curriculum and do not enroll during the first semester are subject to an advising hold on their accounts prior to registration for the next or future semesters. Students with an advising hold would be required to meet with an advisor to ensure they have been advised of this missing academic and graduation requirement for their program of study. An advisor at the One Stop Enrollment Support Center can confirm a student’s FYES 1000 course requirement in their program of study. For additional questions or information regarding the course requirement, contact the Enrollment Support Center at EnrollmentSupportCenter@GwinnettTech.edu. Grades The purpose of Gwinnett Tech’s grading system is to establish policies and standards which are fair to all students and ensure that all courses include an effective and uniform policy for assessing and awarding grades. The grading system and course weights for each course are explained to students by the instructor at the beginning of the semester and are included in the course syllabus. Grades are posted on www.gtc-web.org at the end of the semester and are available for student access and review. Letter Grades. Values of letter grades are as follows: A = 90 - 100 B = 80 - 89 C = 70 - 79 D = 60 - 69 F = 59 and below I = Incomplete W = Withdrew WF = Withdrew Failing AC = Articulated Credit AU = Audit/Warranty EX = Credit by Examination TR = Credit by Transfer A* = Learning Support B* = Learning Support C* = Learning Support For students to receive credit for a course, a minimum of 70 percent (C) is required. This course must be completed with a “C” or better before the student will be eligible to start any additional course work that requires this class as a prerequisite. When students successfully repeat a course in which they received an F or WF, the new grade is added to the transcript. The F or WF also remains on the transcript. An incom85 ACADEMIC POLICIES plete grade can only be given to students who are passing a course but who cannot complete the course for good cause. These students will be awarded an incomplete, or “I” grade, and will be given an extension of three weeks into the following term to complete the course. If the work is not completed within 21 calendar days from the first day of the following term, the “I” grade will be automatically awarded an “F” grade for the course. Under extenuating circumstances, the student may petition the course instructor in writing for a specified extension of time beyond the three-week period, but must do so and receive approval prior to the end of the initial extension period. All continuing education participants will be assigned S, U, or W grades. Course Repeat Policy/Forfeiture of Credit If a student registers for a course for which he/she has already received credit, the student forfeits the previous credit in that course for graduation purposes and will be calculated for purposes of meeting graduation requirements. Students who receive a grade of D, F, U, W, or WF three times for the same course will be prohibited from retaking the course at the college. Exceptions to this policy can only be made by the vice president of academic affairs. Work Ethics Grades Nationally, as well as in Georgia, employers have expressed concerns about work ethics as one of their top issues. The U.S. Department of Labor estimates that 80 percent of workers who lose their jobs do so not because of the lack of occupational skills, but because of poor work ethics. In response, the Technical College System of Georgia requires that technical education include an evaluation of occupational skills and work ethics. Each course will have two grade components assigned. In addition to a course grade, a Work Ethics grade is also posted on the transcript. The curriculum for work ethics was developed and has been established statewide. The ten work ethics are identified and listed below: • Attendance: the student attends class, arrives/leaves on time, notifies instructor in advance of planned absences, and makes up assignments punctually. • Character: the student displays loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness, dependability, reliability, initiative, self-discipline, and self-responsibility. • Teamwork: the student respects the rights of others, is a team worker, is cooperative, is assertive, displays a customer service attitude, seeks opportunities for continuous learning, displays mannerly behavior. • Appearance: the student displays appropriate dress, grooming, hygiene, and etiquette. • Attitude: the student demonstrates a positive attitude, appears self-confident, and has realistic expectation of self. • Productivity: the student follows safety practices, conserves materials, keeps work area neat and clean, and follows directions/procedures. • Organizational skills: the student manifests skills in personal management, time management, prioritizing, flexibility, stress management, and dealing with change. • Communication: the student displays appropriate verbal and nonverbal skills. • Cooperation: the student displays leadership skills, appropriately handles criticism and complaints, demonstrates problem-solving capability, maintains appropriate relationships with supervisors and peers, and follows chain of command. 86 ACADEMIC POLICIES • Respect: the student deals appropriately with cultural/racial diversity, and does not engage in any harassment of any kind. The Work Ethics grading scale is as follows: Exceeds Expectations = 3 points Meets Expectations = 2 points Needs Improvement = 1 point Unacceptable = 0 points Work Ethics grades are not assigned for learning support classes or for courses where “W” or “WF” grades have been assigned. Grade Appeals A student who elects to appeal an academic grade is required to adhere to the following process: Step 1. The student first appeals a final grade to the course instructor. The appeal must be written and submitted no later than the 15th calendar day of the following semester. The instructor will respond in writing within seven calendar days. Step 2. If the appeal is not resolved at Step 1, the student may appeal to the appropriate division dean. This appeal must be written and submitted within seven calendar days after receipt of notification from Step 1. The division dean will respond in writing within seven calendar days. Step 3. If the appeal is not resolved at Step 2, the student may appeal to the office of academic affairs. This appeal must be written and submitted within seven calendar days after receipt of notification from Step 2. The student must submit any documentation that he/she wish considered by the appeal committee with his/her written statement that the student wishes to continue step 3 of the appeal. The office of academic affairs will review the appeal and determine further steps to be taken. If necessary, the office of academic affairs will assemble a five-member appeals committee including two faculty members from the division in which the appeal was initiated, but outside of the program concerned; one faculty member from another division; one member from Student Affairs; and one division dean. The student has the right to be assisted by any single advisor he/she chooses, at his/her own expense. The student is responsible for presenting his/her own case and, therefore, advisors are not permitted to speak or to participate directly to the committee. This step, including any student and/or faculty interviews and the committee’s written response to the student by the division dean on the committee, should be completed within seven calendar days. The decision of the Vice President of Academic Affairs or the appeal committee, if assembled, is final. During the grade appeal process and unless otherwise advised, the student should continue to attend classes in which he/she is enrolled. Health Science, Health Imaging and Informatics, or Nursing Science students in an appeal process should contact the appropriate division dean or the office of academic affairs to receive direction and approval of further attendance. Appeals of work ethics grades will follow the above steps, but will conclude at Step 2. The division dean’s decision on a work ethics grade appeal is final. Grade Changes Instructors may change assigned grades up to a maximum of two semesters after the grade was originally assigned. Any requests for grade changes after two semesters will require approval by the Vice President of Academic Affairs. 87 ACADEMIC POLICIES Grade Point Average (GPA) A student’s academic standing is based on a cumulative and term grade point average (GPA). All credit hours attempted at Gwinnett Tech in any program of study are used in calculating the GPA. Credit earned in other institutions, credit by examination, credit by articulation, and credit given for learning support classes are not used in computing GPA. The numerical grade points for academic letter grades are as follows: A = 4.0 / B = 3.0 / C = 2.0 / D = 1.0 / F=0 / WF = 0 The grades of EX, I, W, TR, AU and AC do not have numerical grade points and are not used in calculating the GPA. Learning support courses are awarded grades of A*, B*, C*, D* or F*. These courses do not generate grade points and are not used in the calculation of the academic GPA. Withdrawal Policy Each semester, students’ class schedules become official upon payment of required fees (either by the student or by award of financial aid). Students who drop a class by the third day of the semester will be removed from the class roll, and the course will not show on the student’s academic record. 100% refund is issued for classes dropped by day three of the term. Thereafter, students may officially withdraw from a course without academic penalty by the designated withdrawal date for the semester and receive a “W” grade for the course. The “W” grade is not computed in the student’s grade point average, but does count in terms of financial aid eligibility. To officially withdraw from a course, students must complete a Notice of Withdrawal form and return the form to the Registrar’s Office. Students who must withdraw from all classes will have to do so in person. There is no refund for classes withdrawn after day three of the term. Students who withdraw after the designated withdrawal date for the semester will receive a “WF” grade, unless a “W” grade is approved by the vice president of academic affairs through the appeal process for administrative withdrawal (see page 81). Students must complete a Notice of Withdrawal form as above. A “WF” grade is computed in the student’s grade point average as a failing grade and counts toward the student’s financial aid eligibility. Course Transferability Transferability of Gwinnett Tech courses is assured by all other Technical College System of Georgia technical colleges. Occupational and academic core courses in the associate degree curriculum are transferable to other colleges and universities at the discretion of the receiving institution. To facilitate the transfer process and maximize the number of credits applied toward a bachelor’s degree, Gwinnett Tech has established articulation agreements with accredited four-year colleges and universities. Articulation agreements between the Technical College System of Georgia, the University System of Georgia, and the Georgia Independent College Association also specify general education courses that are guaranteed to transfer between SACSCOC-accredited institutions. Each year, GTC hosts its annual Transfer Fair to provide students an opportunity to meet with representatives from the college’s articulation partners and learn more about pathways to a bachelor’s degree. Visit http://www.gwinnetttech.edu/content.cfm?PageCode=articulation for a listing of GTC’s articulation agreements. If you have additional questions or if your interests are not fully represented in the college’s established agreements, please contact the Academic Affairs Office or your program director. 88 Academic Programs ACADEMIC POLICIES The academic programs offered at Gwinnett Tech have been selected to provide a wide range of career choices for students. Programs are reviewed annually to verify the continued need for training in each area, and new programs are added as the need is established and resources permit. The review process includes faculty, administration, occupational advisory committees at the state and local level, and the Technical College System of Georgia. The purpose of each Gwinnett Tech program is to provide employment training through general education and technical courses. General education courses support continued personal and professional growth and are designed to enable students to develop and demonstrate skills in reading, writing, oral communications, and math. Technical courses provide the solid basis of skills and knowledge necessary for successful employment; they are up-to-date in content, use the most modern equipment possible, and are taught by subject area experts. In many programs, students have the option of enrolling in degree, diploma, or certificate programs. These three program options are generally distinguished by length in semesters and the number and level of general education classes. Degree programs typically range from 60 to 73 credit hours in length; diploma programs, from 37 to 59; and certificate programs, from 9 to 36. With approval of the State Board, maximum semester credit hours required for graduation may be extended beyond the required maximum credit hours. Technical certificate of credit programs are a popular option among students. Certificate programs are designed to provide training for entry-level or advanced positions in a brief time frame. Courses taken in these programs generally apply to either degrees or diplomas in the same program area. Regular admission policies apply to all Gwinnett Tech programs of study. Some programs have additional admission requirements. Academic Advisement Students are assigned an academic advisor upon acceptance to a program of study and are encouraged to meet with their advisor for course schedule planning and progress counseling, prior to registration. Students taking general studies or learning support courses, pending program admission, are not assigned an individual advisor and should contact the Enrollment Support Center, located in building 100. Although advisors assist students in academic planning, each student is responsible for meeting all graduation requirements. Advisement Information/Instructor Office Hours Students can view advisement information at the advisement tab at www.gtc-web.org. All full-time instructors have scheduled office hours that are available from the instructor or through the office of academic affairs. Adjunct instructors are generally available for student conferences by appointment before or after scheduled class hours. Accreditation/Certifications/Agency Approvals Accreditation is the process through which educational institutions are evaluated by regional and national agencies and associations to establish recognized program quality. 89 ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Gwinnett Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the associate of applied science degree. Contact SACSCOC at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-6794500 for questions about the accreditation of Gwinnett Technical College. All programs within the institution that require accreditation with independent accrediting/certification agencies are accredited/certified by those agencies. Programs of study that are specifically accredited/approved/certified by independent, professional, or state agencies are listed on the respective program pages along with the agencies that have accredited them. Course Evaluations Course evaluations are distributed for each instructor, each semester. All courses will be evaluated except for a select few externships, internships, practicums, and clinical courses. Nontraditional Fields for Students The term ‘nontraditional fields’ means occupations or fields of work, including careers in computer science, technology and other current and emerging high skill occupations, for which individuals from one gender comprise less than 25 percent of the individuals employed in each such occupation or field of work. Gwinnett Tech encourages students to participate in their program of choice regardless of traditional patterns of enrollment. Program Completion Requirements Students will be considered as having met the requirements for graduation with an associate degree, diploma, or certificate when the following conditions are met. 90 1. Student has filed an application for graduation online at www.gtc-web.org and paid the required $35 processing fee. Completion of course requirements does not automatically indicate an award of graduation. Students must complete an application for graduation to initiate the official audit. Graduation application must be received within one year of program completion in order to be awarded. 2. Student has completed a program of study, including all required courses/electives, meeting minimum credit hour requirements. 3. Student has earned a minimum grade of C or better in all courses and electives in the program of study. 4. Student has completed at least 40 percent of required credit from the declared program of study at Gwinnett Technical College (Exceptions may apply to articulating students). 5. Gwinnett Technical College will limit academic residency to no more than twenty-five percent of the degree requirements for all degrees for active-duty servicemembers. Academic residency can be completed at any time while active-duty servicemembers are enrolled. Reservist and National Guardsmen on active-duty are covered in the same manner. 6. Student has paid all required fees, fines, and other financial obligations owed to Gwinnett Tech. 7. Student has cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher at the time that the graduation application is submitted. 8. Student must complete all required learning support coursework in order to graduate from certificate, diploma or degree program. This requirement includes 097 courses for certificate program that do not require core classes. ACADEMIC PROGRAMS 9. Students are required to complete FYES 1000 to be eligible to graduate. 10. Please note that when a student graduates from his or her program, SCT 100/ COMP 1000, Introduction to computers cannot be older than seven years. The student’s options are to take COMP 1000 over or take the exemption exam for COMP 1000 in the Assessment Center. Program Structure Programs of Study/Majors. Gwinnett Tech offers a wide variety of programs of study (majors) to the prospective student. The greatest amount of time in degree, diploma, and certificate programs is devoted to technical or occupational courses in order to prepare students for employment upon graduation. A complete listing of programs begins on page 99. General Education Courses. All associate degree and diploma programs include specified general education courses. Associate degree programs require at least 15 credits of general education college-level courses; and all programs require at least 3 credits from each of the following areas: English, humanities/fine arts, social/behavioral sciences, and natural sciences/ mathematics. Diploma programs require a minimum of 8 credit hours in English, mathematics, and interpersonal relations and professional development. Area I – Language Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric Literature and Composition Public Speaking Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences Principles of Economics Principles of Macroeconomics Principles of Microeconomics Introduction to Sociology World History I World History II U. S. History I U. S. History II American Government Introductory Psychology Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics College Algebra Quantitative Skills and Reasoning Math Modeling Physical Science I Conceptual Physics & Lab Introductory Physics I & Lab Biology I Chemistry I Chemistry II College Trigonometry Precalculus Introduction to Statistics ENGL 1101 ENGL 1102 SPCH 1101 3 3 3 ECON 1101 ECON 2105 ECON 2106 SOCI 1101 HIST 1111 HIST 1112 HIST 2111 HIST 2112 POLS 1101 PSYC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 MATH 1111 MATH 1100 MATH 1101 PHSC 1111 PHYS 1110/L PHYS 1111/L BIOL 1111/L CHEM 1211/L CHEM 1212/L MATH 1112 MATH 1113 MATH 1127 3 3 3 3 (3/1) (3/1) (3/1) (3/1) (3/1) 3 3 3 91 ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Calculus I Calculus II Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts Art Appreciation American Literature Introduction to Humanities Music Appreciation MATH 1131 MATH 1132 3 3 ARTS 1101 ENGL 2130 HUMN1101 MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in General Core Courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Student Learning Outcomes. Gwinnett Tech, in conjunction with employers and others, believes that learning outcomes foster the knowledge, skills, and values essential to students in their pursuit of lifelong learning and a career. Achievement of these outcomes occurs over several courses throughout a student’s educational experience and guarantees access to all the overlying skills important for graduates of GTC to have mastered. Each academic program at Gwinnett Tech identifies outcomes to address the continuous improvement of education. The learning outcomes are directly addressed by methods and criteria designed to demonstrate achievement of those outcomes, and improvements are implemented that impact the quality of each program’s function. A learning outcome is a brief, clear statement identifying in measurable terms the intended result of achievement of competencies. Learning outcomes focus on the specific performance(s) students are expected to demonstrate when the outcome is achieved. The means of assessment is a description of the methodology used to gather data in order to determine whether the learning outcomes have been achieved. Success criterion is a statement of the specific standards that identify successful achievement of the intended learning outcome. These include the following: Computation Skills: Students will learn the ability to express oneself through the transfer of opinions, ideas, knowledge, and/or skills accomplished by writing, speaking, listening, and reading. Computer Proficiency: Students will acquire current knowledge of computer terminology, access information through electronic communications and perform basic tasks using common business application software. Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Graduates of GTC will learn that critical thinking uses a set of cognitive skills requiring mental agility and intellectual discipline gathered from, or generated by, creativity, observation, experience, reflection, reasoning, or communication. This is used to distinguish fact from fiction and then analyze, synthesize, or evaluate information associated with problem solving. Mathematical Concepts: Students will learn that mathematical concepts are descriptions, properties, relationships, operations, and ideas that can be expressed quantitatively, numerically, algebraically, or geometrically. Reading Comprehension: The student will demonstrate the ability to understand, analyze and evaluate readings and apply that learning to academic and professional contexts. 92 ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Research and Locating Information: The student will acquire the ability to identify what information is needed, understand how the information is organized, identify the best sources of information for a given need, locate those sources, evaluate the sources critically, and share that information. It is the knowledge of commonly used research techniques. Technology Literacy: The student will learn computer skills and the ability to use computers and other technology to improve learning, productivity, and performance (US Department of Education). Technology can be defined as the purposeful application of information in the design, production, and utilization of goods and services, and in the organization of human activities. Technical Proficiency: The student will demonstrate technical competency necessary to meet industry standards of entry level knowledge and skills appropriate to the discipline. Work Ethics: The student will demonstrate a commitment to evolve as a productive member of society and the workplace, through a concerted and continuous effort of reflection and adjustment of one’s values, habits, and attitudes, as they affect on-the-job performance and overall life goals. Electives. Electives are designated in two ways - general and technical or technically-related. Students may choose general electives from the variety of programs offered at Gwinnett Tech. Students must choose technical or technically-related electives from the program area indicated with academic advisor approval. Students must also meet all prerequisites for elective courses, including test scores. Note: Diploma-level general education courses cannot be used as electives in associate degree programs. Technical Education Guarantee The Technical College System of Georgia has developed curriculum standards with the direct involvement of business and industry. These standards serve as the industry-validated specifications for each occupational program. These standards allow Georgia’s technical colleges to offer their business partners the following guarantee: “If one of our graduates who was educated under a standard program and his/her employer agree that the employee is deficient in one or more competencies as defined in the standards, the technical college will retrain that employee at no instructional cost to employee or employer.” This guarantee applies to all Gwinnett Tech graduates who are employed in their field of training and is in effect for a period of two years after graduation. 93 ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Academic Affairs Gwinnett Tech provides a variety of services that support its educational programs. Supervision of these services is the responsibility of the Vice President of Academic Affairs, the director of online learning, the library manager, the director of adult education, the dean of academic affairs, and the academic division deans. Questions regarding a student’s educational program or academic progress should be directed to the academic affairs office in building 100. Academic Support Services Gwinnett Tech is committed to student success and to assisting students in achieving their individual goals. Therefore, various options of academic support are offered to all credit students studying in program areas. Accelerated Learning Classes (AL) provide extra help to sharpen your skills and raise your COMPASS score. You may take one or two accelerated learning courses to improve your placement. To view more information and fill out the registration form, go to www. GwinnettTech.edu/Learning. The cost of each course is $25 (non-refundable) The Learning Success Center (LSC) is a tutoring lab located in room 910 of building 100. Success often requires a need for tutorial assistance. When visiting the lab, students may contact the math and/or English tutor on duty for additional help. Arts and sciences instructors are also available to give individual assistance at designated times in the LSC. SMARTHINKING provides online tutoring to students who are enrolled in online Mathematics and English courses. This does not apply to hybrid and web-enhanced courses, only courses held completely online. Students have a maximum of seven hours of tutoring assistance per semester. More tutoring options and other services are available through the Learning Success Center. Student computer labs are available to all registered GTC students. They are equipped with the necessary software to support instruction. These labs are not staffed with tutors. Student IDs are required to use these labs. The student open computer labs are located in building 100, room 723, room 825, and building 700, room 2304. Adult Education Adult Education addresses the educational needs of adults and youth (16 or older and officially withdrawn from school) who have less than a high school education or who are functioning at a literacy level below that required to enter postsecondary education or training, or to maintain employment. Information on all services and intake procedures may be obtained by 1) calling 678-226-6662; 2) visiting the website at www.GwinnettTech.edu; or 3) dropping by the Adult Education Office in building 100, room 919. All programs are free of charge, with the exception of GED® testing which involves a fee for the test and each retest. Each program provides an orientation that includes standardized diagnostic testing to determine current education level and to identify deficiencies to be addressed through instruction. Adult Education services are as follows: • The English as a Second Language (ESL) and EL/Civics programs. These programs provide instruction to individuals who do not speak, read, or write English well enough to enter or maintain employment, or to enter postsecondary education or training. Instruction is provided on six federally defined levels and addresses skills in the areas of vocabulary, pronunciation, reading, writing, speaking, and grammar. 94 ACADEMIC AFFAIRS U.S. Civics: community, history and government are included in the curriculum. A separate review class is offered once per month for individuals who have a U.S. citizenship exam appointment scheduled. • The Adult Basic Education/Adult Secondary (ABE/ASE) Program. This program provides instruction in reading, mathematics, grammar, social studies, science, literature, and writing. The purpose of this program is to prepare students to pass the official GED® test. • Contracted programs. These programs provide onsite ESL, adult basic and adult secondary instructional services at business or agency sites within Gwinnett County. Companies or agencies may contract the college for literacy instructional services for their employees. Contracting businesses or agencies pay the full cost of the services. • GED® Testing. Gwinnett Tech has an Official GED Testing Center™ for the GED® examination. Registration procedures may be obtained by calling 678-226-6399 or visit www.GEDComputer.com. Individuals must create an account, schedule, complete registration and pay online in order to test. There is a fee for the GED® test, and special approval procedures apply to 16 and 17-year-olds who are officially withdrawn from school. • The Gwinnett Advancement Program (GAP). The Gwinnett Advancement Program is a workforce development program committed to helping disadvantaged youth through GED® preparation and attainment, college preparation, career exploration and training, work-readiness skills, and personal development. The program is free to those who qualify and provides WIA funding to assist them in the cost of their training and education. Please contact the GAP office at 678-226-6290 for more information and assistance. More information is also available at www.gwinnetttech. edu/gap. All Adult Education programs operate on a semester system: July – August (Mini-session), August - December, January – February (Mini-session), and February - June. Registration requirements for most programs include presentation of a photo ID (Georgia driver’s license, learner’s permit or state ID, Passport). Classes are offered various locations with Gwinnett and North Fulton Counties. For additional information on registration and intake procedures, call 678-226-6662, or visit www.GwinnettTech.edu and click on the Adult Education tab. Library The Gwinnett Tech Library partners with the College to advance learning and workforce readiness. The library engages students, faculty and staff with ready access to relevant information resources and services. The Gwinnett Tech Library: • Engages on-campus and distance learners • Teaches essential research skills to support the curriculum and self-directed lifelong education • Conducts personalized research assistance • Designs and delivers customized research instruction • Provides quality resources made conveniently available by research experts through LibGuides, LibAnswers, GALILEO, and the Library Catalog 95 ACADEMIC AFFAIRS • Extends access to resources beyond the collection through referrals and Interlibrary Loan • Provides ample space for quiet study and group projects, as well as comfortable areas for leisure reading and conversation • Promotes a learning atmosphere in a safe, comfortable environment. Library staff will address inappropriate conduct or behaviors in accordance with acceptable use guidelines and policies • Ensures that library customers have ready access to help from a team of friendly, service-oriented professional librarians and staff Location, Contact Information & Hours • Location: building 100, room 402 • Telephone: 770-962-7580 (extension 6388 or 6270) • Email: gtclibrary@gwinnetttech.edu • LibGuides / Library Home: http://gtclibrary.libguides.com • LibAnswers: http://gtclibrary.libanswers.com • Regular hours* during each College academic semester: Monday - Thursday Friday 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The Library is closed whenever the College is closed and hours vary between academic semesters. *Subject to change Borrowing Library Materials Borrowing privileges are available to College students (part-time & full-time), faculty (adjunct & regular), staff and alumni (with Alumni Association membership) with picture identification (student ID or driver’s license, etc.). The borrowing period is generally three weeks and items may be renewed up to two times, provided no pending requests or account balance. Borrowers are held financially responsible for overdue and/or lost materials in accordance with Library policy. Copyright The Gwinnett Tech Library complies with U.S. Copyright Law, Title 17 of the U.S. Code. Distance Education Courses Gwinnett Technical College is a member of the Georgia Virtual Technical Connection (GVTC) system that provides the gateway to acquiring a college education from any place at any time. Through distance education courses, students have the flexibility to take classes in an online environment. For online courses, students must follow the normal web registration process, adhering to the same dates and times. Students who wish to enroll in distance education courses at other GVTC institutions must complete a Request for a Transient Letter, available in the Registrar’s Office. Students should apply online via www.gvtc.org. Students wanting to take courses offered by other technical colleges should follow the host school’s transient student guidelines. Students who wish to graduate from Gwinnett Tech must complete more than 40 percent of their course work at Gwinnett Tech. Distance education courses offered by Gwinnett Tech count towards the requisite 40 percent; however, distance education courses offered by other technical colleges count as transfer credit and will not be applied toward the requisite 40 percent. 96 ACADEMIC AFFAIRS All Gwinnett Tech distance education courses follow the same semester format as on-campus courses and do qualify for HOPE funding. One online or hybrid course credit is defined as an equivalent amount of instruction and student work leading to equivalent learning outcomes, as required for a traditional class. Courses offered online are not self-paced. Most courses have weekly assignments, online participation and deadlines. Every student registered for distance education course is issued a secure user login and password for identity verification. Gwinnett Tech offers three types of distance education courses: • Online. In an online course, all instruction, assignments, projects and research is conducted using Internet access and the ANGEL learning management system. ANGEL stands for “A New Global Environment for Learning.” Any on-campus requirements for an online course will be clearly indicated in the course syllabus. An online instructor may require no more than two on campus sessions to present guest speakers, conduct specialized lab, administer tests, or to provide other learning opportunities that can only be conducted face-to-face. Online course expectations are equal to that of its traditional format. • Hybrid. In a hybrid course, at least 50% of the course time will be spent on campus as indicated by the course schedule. The remaining time is spent participating in online projects, assignments, or instruction. All campus requirements for a hybrid course will be clearly indicated in the course syllabus. Hybrid course expectations are equal to that of its traditional format. • Web-enhanced. Web-enhanced courses have regularly scheduled on campus meetings that may be supplemented with online discussions, quizzes, or the exchange of assignments with your instructor online. In a web-enhanced course 90-100% of the course contact hour requirements meet on campus. Web-enhanced course expectations are equal to that of its traditional format. Computer requirements for online, hybrid and web-enhanced Almost every course requires some use of a computer. Students are expected to have regular and reliable access to a personal computer with internet. A personal computer with one of the following operating systems is required: Microsoft Windows OS (XP, Vista); Apple Mac OS X (10.0) or above; or Unix/Linux. Students will need an internet speed of 56K Dial-Up connection or better. DSL or Cable is recommended. Students will not be able to access distance education courses using a mobile device. A regular computer or laptop is required. To learn more about computer requirements for distance education courses, go to www.gwinnetttech.angellearning.com. Proctoring Some distance education courses may require an on-campus proctored midterm or fi exam. Gwinnett Technical College does not assess any additional student charges associated with verification of student identity with proctoring. If proctoring on-campus is not possible, it is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements with the instructor and/or Program Director if issues arise with meeting this on-campus requirement. Such an arrangement must be approved by the Division Dean. The student is also responsible for any additional charges assessed as a result of off campus proctoring at locations that do not provide it free of charge. Social Media Social media can be a powerful collaborative tool for building relationships, generating ideas and building support. Social media impacts higher education and all of its stake97 ACADEMIC AFFAIRS holders, including employees and students. Gwinnett Technical College recognizes that social media can have a positive effect on student engagement and the college’s perception in the community. Social media can also be a useful instrument for assessing customer opinion and response. Gwinnett Technical College utilizes social media to share its mission, benefits, and program offerings through its presence as an organization on social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Faculty, staff, and students of Gwinnett Technical College should be mindful of their responsibility for all content they publish online about the college. Faculty, staff, and students should view social media postings as an opportunity to participate in enhancing the image of the college. Policies • The term “social media” is defined, but not limited to, collaborative online sites such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkenIn, MySpace, Yelp, Flickr, Windows Live Spaces, YouTube, personal blogs, wikis and other sites that generate interactive discussion and sharing of information. • Faculty, staff, and students should keep personal social media accounts separate from their professional accounts. Gwinnett Technical College business should only be conducted via the professional accounts. All administrators should attend training as scheduled. • When using social media on behalf of Gwinnett Technical College, Faculty, staff, and students are expected to adhere to the standards of academic integrity and its stated fundamental values. • Faculty, staff, and students should not use personal social media accounts to conduct business for the college. Awareness of FERPA laws and student privacy is key. • Gwinnett Technical College recognizes that fan pages, group pages and blogs can be useful tools for various departments, groups or clubs. However, Faculty, staff, and students do not have the authority to create a fan page, group page, blog or any online organizational presence on behalf of Gwinnett Technical College without the permission of the college and collaboration with the marketing department. Once created, fan pages, group pages, and blogs should be frequently monitored for inappropriate content or spam. Faculty, staff, and students may not use the Gwinnett Technical College logo or any trademark online unless permission is granted by the college. • Social media should be used only as an aid to (not a replacement of) other forms of institutional communication such as Angel or the Gwinnett Technical College email system, which are the primary forms of communication at Gwinnett Technical College. • Faculty, staff, and students should make every attempt to be accurate in their postings by verifying information and citing sources, and should acknowledge and correct mistakes promptly. • Gwinnett Technical College recognizes that social media can be used as a valuable forum for generating discussion and ideas. When using personal social media accounts to communicate with students and other stakeholders, Faculty, staff, and students should maintain a professional focus. Faculty, staff, and student should use privacy settings appropriately. • Faculty, staff, and students should be mindful of the difference between healthy de98 ACADEMIC AFFAIRS bate and provocative or inflammatory remarks. Faculty, staff, and students should respect individuals and their viewpoints, while maintaining a composed perspective. • While social media sites may be used by some faculty as an instructional aid, faculty should discourage multi-tasking (e.g. texting, blogging, etc.) by students during faceto-face class time. • Faculty, staff and students should avoid discussion about the internal policies and operations of Gwinnett Technical College. Faculty, staff, and students expressing opinions online about the college should clearly state that their opinions are not representative of the views of Gwinnett Technical College. • Faculty, staff, and students are strictly prohibited from sharing confidential information about Gwinnett Technical College. • Social media is a valuable resource for monitoring and assessing customer perception. Faculty, staff, and students using social media accounts to communicate with students or other stakeholders should make their managers aware of their use of social media so that managers can stay well-informed of their communication efforts. In addition, serious concerns or complains about the college should be brought to the attention of the appropriate manager to assess the situation and take action. • Faculty, staff, and students should be mindful of activity that utilizes social media to harass, embarrass or denigrate another individual. Any instance of “cyber bullying” of or by a student or employee should be brought to the attention of the appropriate manager to assess the situation and take action. • Faculty, staff, and students must obey the law and not conduct any online activity that violates local, state or federal regulations. • Students must not post any test questions, images, or review materials in any social media forum without approval of the Instructor in the related course. 99 ACADEMIC AFFAIRS Programs of Study Current curricula and course descriptions for all Gwinnett Technical College programs of study can be found on the college website at www.GwinnettTech.edu. Program requirements may incur changes due to probes, consolidations, and new program formation. All changes will be kept up to date on the college website at www.GwinnettTech.edu in the respective program area. For the most accurate program requirements, please check the college website. ART AND DESIGN Cosmetology Programs Barbering (diploma) ........................................................................................... 104 Cosmetology (diploma) ...................................................................................... 105 Environmental Horticulture Programs Environmental Horticulture (AAS) ...................................................................... 106 Environmental Horticulture (diploma) ................................................................. 109 Floral Designer (certificate) ................................................................................. 111 GIS Technology (certificate) ................................................................................ 112 Landscape Installation Technician (certificate) .................................................... 112 Landscape Design Technician (certificate) .......................................................... 113 Sustainable Urban Agriculture Technician (certificate) ......................................... 114 Interiors Programs Interiors (AAS) .................................................................................................... 114 Interiors (diploma) ............................................................................................... 116 Interior Design Assistant (certificate) ................................................................... 117 Interior Design Sales Consultant (certificate) ...................................................... 118 Interior Design and Color Consultant (certificate) ................................................ 119 Interior Technology (certificate) .......................................................................... 120 Faux and Decorative Painting (certificate) .......................................................... 120 Kitchen and Bath Designer (certificate) .............................................................. 121 Photography Programs Photography (AAS) ............................................................................................ 122 Photography (diploma) ....................................................................................... 124 Digital Imaging Specialist (certificate)................................................................. 125 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Air Conditioning Programs Air Conditioning Technology (AAS) .................................................................... 126 Air Conditioning Technology (diploma) ............................................................... 127 Building Maintenance (diploma) ......................................................................... 128 Air Conditioning Electrical Technician (certificate) .............................................. 129 Air Conditioning System Maintenance Technician (certificate)............................ 130 Photovoltaic Systems Installation & Repair Technician (certificate) .................... 131 Refrigeration System Service Technician (certificate) ......................................... 132 Automotive Service Technology Programs Mopar (CAP) College Automotive Program (AAS).............................................. 140 Mopar (CAP) College Automotive Program (diploma) ........................................ 142 Mopar (CAP) Electrical Technician (certificate)................................................... 142 Mopar (CAP) Engine Performance (certificate) .................................................. 142 100 PROGRAMS OF STUDY Automotive Technology Programs Automotive Technology (AAS) ............................................................................ 132 Automotive Fundamentals (diploma) .................................................................. 134 Automotive Chassis Technician Specialist (certificate) ........................................ 136 Automotive Climate Control Technician (certificate) ............................................ 136 Auto Electrical/Electronic Systems Technician (certificate) ................................. 137 Automotive Engine Performance Technician (certificate) .................................... 138 Automotive Engine Repair Technician (certificate) .............................................. 139 Automotive Transmission/Transaxle Tech Specialist (certificate)......................... 139 Nissan Dealership Technician Training Program (NDTTP).................................. 142 Heavy Diesel Service Technician (certificate) ..................................................... 143 Diesel Power Generation (certificate) ................................................................. 143 Carpentry and Construction Management Programs Carpentry: Residential (diploma) ......................................................................... 144 Residential Construction Management (AAS) ..................................................... 145 Residential Construction Management (diploma) ............................................... 147 Certified Construction Worker (certificate) .......................................................... 148 Finish Carpenter (certificate) .............................................................................. 149 Framing Carpenter (certificate) ........................................................................... 149 Residential Construction Manager (certificate) ................................................... 150 Commercial Construction Management Programs Commercial Construction Management (AAS) ................................................... 151 Commercial Construction Contract Administrator (certificate) ............................. 153 Commercial Construction Estimator (certificate) ................................................. 154 Sustainable Design and Construction (certificate) .............................................. 154 Drafting Programs Drafting Technology (AAS) ................................................................................. 155 Drafting Technology (diploma) ............................................................................ 157 Advanced CAD Technician (certificate) ............................................................... 158 CAD Operator (certificate) .................................................................................. 159 Drafter’s Assistant (certificate) ............................................................................ 160 Engineering Technology Engineering Technology (AAS) ........................................................................... 161 Welding and Joining Technology Programs Welding and Joining Technology (diploma) ......................................................... 162 Flux Cored Arc Welder (certificate) ..................................................................... 163 Gas Metal Arc Welder (certificate) ...................................................................... 163 Gas Tungsten Arc Welder (certificate)................................................................. 164 Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welder ................................................................. 165 101 PROGRAMS OF STUDY BUSINESS Accounting Accounting Technology (AAS) ............................................................................ 166 Accounting (diploma) ......................................................................................... 168 Computerized Accounting Specialist (certificate) ................................................ 169 Office Accounting Specialist (certificate) ............................................................ 169 Payroll Accounting Specialist (certificate) ........................................................... 170 Tax Preparation Specialist (certificate) ............................................................... 171 Business Technology Programs Business Technology (AAS) ............................................................................... 171 Business Technology (diploma) .......................................................................... 173 Administrative Support Assistant (certificate) ..................................................... 175 Medical Billing Clerk (certificate) ........................................................................ 176 Medical Front Office Assistant (certificate) ......................................................... 177 Microsoft Office Application Professional (certificate) ......................................... 178 Technical Specialist (certificate) ......................................................................... 178 Business Management Programs Business Management: General Mgt., Human Resource Mgt., Logistics Mgt., and Operations Mgt. (AAS) ....................................................................... 180 Business Management (diploma) ....................................................................... 182 Human Resource Management Specialist (certificate) ....................................... 183 Logistics Management Specialist (certificate)..................................................... 184 Management and Leadership Specialist (certificate) .......................................... 185 Culinary Arts Programs Culinary Arts (AAS) ............................................................................................ 185 Culinary Arts (diploma) ....................................................................................... 187 Prep Cook (certificate) ....................................................................................... 188 Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management Programs Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management (AAS) .......................................... 189 Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management (diploma)..................................... 190 Event Coordinator (certificate)............................................................................ 191 Food and Beverage Director (certificate)............................................................ 192 Hotel Management Specialist (certificate) .......................................................... 193 Travel Agency Operations (certificate)................................................................ 193 Marketing Management Programs Marketing Management: Entrepreneurship, Professional Selling, Social Media Marketing, Sports Marketing (AAS) .............................................................................. 194 Marketing Management: Entrepreneurship, Professional Selling, Social Media Marketing, Sports Marketing (diploma) ......................................................................... 197 Entrepreneurship (certificate) ............................................................................. 199 Marketing Specialist (certificate) ........................................................................ 199 Small Business Marketing Manager (certificate) ................................................ 200 Sports Management (certificate) ........................................................................ 201 102 PROGRAMS OF STUDY COMPUTER SCIENCES Computer Information Systems Programs Computer Programming (AAS) ........................................................................... 202 Computer Programming (diploma) ...................................................................... 204 Game Development (AAS) ................................................................................. 205 Game Development (diploma) ............................................................................ 206 Cybersecurity (AAS) ........................................................................................... 207 Cybersecurity (diploma) ...................................................................................... 209 Networking Specialist (AAS) ............................................................................... 210 Networking Specialist (diploma).......................................................................... 212 Web Site Design/Development (AAS) ................................................................. 214 Web Site Design/Development (diploma) ........................................................... 215 Cisco Network Specialist CCNA (certificate) ....................................................... 216 Cisco CCNP Specialist (certificate) ..................................................................... 217 Cyber Crime Specialist (certificate) ..................................................................... 218 Data Center Specialist (certificate) ..................................................................... 219 Game Developer (certificate) .............................................................................. 219 Cybersecurity (certificate) ................................................................................... 220 Java Programmer (certificate)............................................................................. 221 Linux/UNIX System Administrator (certificate) .................................................... 222 Network Administrator......................................................................................... 223 PC Repair and Network Technician (certificate) .................................................. 224 Web Site Developer (certificate) ......................................................................... 225 EDUCATION Early Childhood Care and Education Programs Early Childhood Care and Education (AAS)........................................................ 226 Early Childhood Care and Education (diploma) .................................................. 228 Child Development Specialist (certificate) ........................................................... 229 Early Childhood Care and Education Basics (certificate) .................................... 229 Early Childhood Exceptionalities (certificate) ...................................................... 230 Early Childhood Program Administration (certificate) .......................................... 231 HEATH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS Health Imaging and Informatics Programs Healthcare Science: Pre-Cardiovascular / Pre-Echocardiography (certificate) .... 233 Cardiovascular Technology (AAS) ...................................................................... 234 Echocardiography Technology (AAS) ................................................................. 236 Healthcare Science: Pre-Diagnostic Medical Sonography (certificate) ................ 238 Diagnostic Medical Sonography (AAS) ............................................................... 239 Healthcare Science: Pre-Health Information Management Technology (certificate). 241 Health Information Management Technology (AAS) .......................................... 242 Health Information Technology (certificate) ........................................................ 243 Healthcare Science: Pre-Radiologic Technology (certificate) .............................. 244 Radiologic Technology (AAS) ............................................................................. 246 Computed Tomography Clinical Specialist (certificate)........................................ 248 Magnetic Resonance Imaging Specialist (certificate) .......................................... 249 103 PROGRAMS OF STUDY HEALTH SCIENCES Criminal Justice Technology Programs Criminal Justice Technology (AAS) .................................................................... 250 Criminal Justice Technology (diploma) ............................................................... 251 Dental Assisting Programs Dental Assisting (diploma).................................................................................. 252 Basic Dental Assisting (certificate) ..................................................................... 254 Advanced Dental Assisting (certificate) .............................................................. 254 Emergency Services Education Programs Healthcare Science: Pre-Paramedicine (certificate) ........................................... 255 Paramedicine (AAS) .......................................................................................... 257 Paramedicine (diploma) ..................................................................................... 259 EMS Professions (diploma)................................................................................ 261 Emergency Medical Responder - EMR (certificate) ............................................ 262 Emergency Medical Technician (certificate) ....................................................... 263 Advanced Emergency Medical Technician- AEMT (certificate) ........................... 264 Respiratory Care Program Healthcare Science: Pre-Respiratory (certificate) ............................................... 265 Respiratory Care (AAS) ..................................................................................... 266 Surgical Technology Program Healthcare Science: Pre-Surgical (certificate) .................................................... 268 Surgical Technology (AAS) ................................................................................ 269 Veterinary Technology Programs Healthcare Science: Pre-Veterinary (certificate) ................................................. 272 Veterinary Technology (AAS) ............................................................................. 273 Veterinary Technician Assistant .......................................................................... 275 LIFE SCIENCES Bioscience Programs Healthcare Science: Pre-Bioscience (certificate) ................................................ 276 Bioscience Technology (AAS) ............................................................................ 277 Bioscience Environmental Laboratory Technologist (certificate) ......................... 279 Bioscience Regulatory Assurance Technologist (certificate) ............................... 280 Clinical Research Professional (certificate) ........................................................ 281 NURSING SCIENCES Medical Assisting Programs Healthcare Assistant (certificate) ........................................................................ 282 Medical Assisting (diploma)................................................................................ 283 Associate Degree Nursing Program Healthcare Science: Pre-Nursing (certificate)..................................................... 285 Registered Nursing Program (ADN) ................................................................... 286 Associate Degree Nursing Bridge Option (ADN) ................................................ 287 Associate Degree Nursing Paramedic Bridge Option (ADN) .............................. 289 Patient Care Assistant (certificate) ..................................................................... 291 104 PROGRAMS OF STUDY ART AND DESIGN Barbering Diploma Program BA12 Program Description The barbering program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the field of barbering. Learning opportunities develop academic and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes specialized training in safety, sanitation, hair treatments and manipulations, haircutting techniques, shaving, skin care, reception, sales, and management. Successful completion of the program qualifies the student to receive a barbering diploma and participate in the State Barber Board Examination which has the authority to grant a Barbering license. This program is only offered in the evening/night time. (Program Length: 4 Semesters) Prior to admission into the barbering diploma program students must take the compass test and score at or above the diploma level in addition to Gwinnett Technical College admission requirements. Graduation requirements All barbering students are required to complete all essential general and technical core courses (ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1101, MATH 1012 or MATH 1111, EMPL 1000, FYES 1000). These courses must be completed to obtain the barbering diploma. Employment Opportunities Barber graduates will be employable as a barber, salon/shop manager, or a salon/shop owner. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 EMPL 1000 8 3 3 2 Essential Specific Technical Courses First Year Experience Introduction to Barber/Styling Implements Science: Sterilization, Sanitation, and Bacteriology Introduction to Haircutting & Shampooing Haircutting/Basic Styling Shaving Science: Anatomy & Physiology Introduction to Color Theory/Color Application Chemical Restructuring of Hair Advanced Haircutting/Styling Structures of Skin, Scalp, Hair and Facial Treatments Barber/Styling Practicum & Internship FYES 1000 BARB 1000 BARB 1010 BARB 1020 BARB 1030 BARB 1040 BARB 1050 BARB 1060 BARB 1070 BARB 1080 BARB 1090 BARB 1100 43 2 3 3 5 3 2 3 3 5 5 3 3 105 ART AND DESIGN Shop Management/Ownership BARB 1110 Total Hours 3 51 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, BARB 1000, BARB 1010, BARB 1020 and EMPL 1000 Cosmetology Diploma Program CO12 Program Description The cosmetology diploma is awarded after successfully completing a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the field of cosmetology. Learning opportunities develop academic and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes specialized training in safety, sanitation, hair treatments and manipulations, skin and nail care, receptionist skills, sales, and management. The curriculum meets state licensing requirements of the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology. Program graduates will receive a cosmetology diploma. Successful completion of the program qualifies the student to participate in the State Cosmetology Board Examination which has the authority to grant a Master Operator’s License to a person passing both practical and written examinations. This program is only offered full-time, during the day. (Program Length: 4 Semesters) Prior to admission into the cosmetology diploma program students must take the compass test and score at or above the diploma level in addition to Gwinnett Technical College admission requirements. Graduation requirements All cosmetology students are required to complete all essential general and technical core courses (ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1101, MATH 1012 or MATH 1111, EMPL 1000, FYES 1000). These courses must be completed to obtain the cosmetology diploma. Employment Opportunities Professional stylist, hair designer, salon manager, receptionist, color technician, chemical texture technician, and product representative. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 EMPL 1000 8 3 3 2 Essential Specific Technical Courses First Year Experience Introduction to Cosmetology Theory Chemical Texture Services Hair Care and Treatment Haircutting FYES 1000 COSM 1000 COSM 1010 COSM 1020 COSM 1030 45 2 4 3 2 3 106 ART AND DESIGN Styling Hair Color Fundamentals of Skin Care Nail Care and Advanced Techniques Cosmetology Practicum I Cosmetology Practicum II Cosmetology Practicum III Cosmetology Practicum IV Salon Management COSM 1040 COSM 1050 COSM 1060 COSM 1070 COSM 1080 COSM 1090 COSM 1100 COSM 1110 COSM 1120 Total Hours 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 3 53 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, COSM 1000, COSM 1010, COSM 1020 and MATH 1012 Environmental Horticulture Associate of Applied Science Degree EH13 Program Description The horticulture degree prepares students for careers in landscape design, installation, and management as well as tree care, small scale urban farming, greenhouse and nursery production, golf course management, floriculture, and interiorscaping. The program emphasizes a combination of horticulture theory and hands-on practical application necessary for successful employment. The program also prepares students to become certified by various green industry professional associations. Students may become a Georgia Certified Plant Professional (by the UGA Center for Urban Agriculture); a Georgia Certified Landscape Professional (by the UGA Center for Urban Agriculture); a Commercial Pesticide Applicator (by the Georgia Department of Agriculture); a Certified Arborist (by the International Society of Arboriculture); a Certified Professional Landscape Designer (by the Association of Professional Landscape Designers); or choose from many others. The associate of applied science degree program includes courses in horticulture and college-level general education courses. (Program Length: 5 Semesters Minimum) Note: Some courses in this program may be subject to a livework/supply reimbursement charge; specifically in the floral design curriculum. HORT 1720 and 1730 have a $150 supply fee. HORT 2249 has a $75 supply fee. Employment Opportunities Landscape contractor, landscape designer, floral designer, landscape manager, urban farmer, arborist, greenskeeper, groundskeeper, lawn service technician, nursery worker, greenhouse manager, garden center manager, interior landscaper, arborist, golf course superintendent CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential General Education Core Courses NUMBER CREDITS 15 107 ART AND DESIGN Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 Math Modeling MATH 1101 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L Biology I & Lab BIOL 1111/L Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L Chemistry II & Lab CHEM 1212/L College Trigonometry MATH 1112 Precalculus MATH 1113 Introduction to Statistics MATH 1127 Calculus I MATH 1131 Calculus II MATH 1132 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Horticulture Science Woody Ornamental Plant Identification Herbaceous Plant Identification Pest Management Environmental Horticulture Internship Elective(s) FYES 1000 HORT 1000 HORT 1010 HORT 1020 HORT 1080 HORT 1150 XXXX xxxx 20 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 (Completion of ONE of the following concentrations is required for graduation.) General Horticulture Greenhouse Management Landscape Construction 108 8GH3 HORT 1030 HORT 1041 24 4 4 ART AND DESIGN Nursery Production and Management Landscape Design Landscape Installation Introduction to Sustainable Agriculture Small Scale Food Production Landscape Management Horticulture Business Management Landscape Contracting Arboriculture Science Plant Production and Propagation Irrigation & Water Management Turfgrass Management Soils Golf Course Design Construction and Management Advanced Landscape Design Landscape Grading and Drainage Small Gas Engine Repair and Maintenance Computer-Aided Landscape Design Woody Plant Identification II Horticulture Spanish Large Equipment Operation Introductory Floral Design Advanced Floral Design Interiorscaping Urban Landscape Issues Flower Shop Management Specialty Landscape Construction Elective(s) Elective(s) HORT 1050 HORT 1060 HORT 1070 HORT 1100 HORT 1110 HORT 1120 HORT 1140 HORT 1160 HORT 1200 HORT 1250 HORT 1310 HORT 1330 HORT 1410 HORT 1420 HORT 1430 HORT 1440 HORT 1500 HORT 1560 HORT 1680 HORT 1690 HORT 1700 HORT 1720 HORT 1730 HORT 1750 HORT 1800 HORT 2249 HORT 2500 HORT xxxx XXXX xxxx 4 4 4 3 4 4 3 3 4 4 4 4 3 3 4 4 4 4 3 3 3 4 4 4 3 3 4 7 3 Elective(s): any HORT course not required for program completion; EMSP 1010, HRTM 1150, INDS 1100, MGMT 1100, MKTG 1100, MKTG 2010, GIFS 1101. Recommended Elective(s): GIFS 1101, HORT 1060, HORT 1120, HORT 1310, HORT 1410, HORT 1440, HORT 1690, HORT 1720 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, HORT 1000, HORT 1020 and HORT Elective Landscape Landscape Construction Landscape Design Landscape Management Turfgrass Management Irrigation Elective(s) 8L13 HORT 1041 HORT 1060 HORT 1120 HORT 1330 HORT 1310 HORT xxxx 24 4 4 4 4 4 4 Elective(s): any HORT course not required for program completion; EMSP 1010, HRTM 1150, INDS 1100, MGMT 1100, MKTG 1100, MKTG 2010. Recommended Elective(s): HORT 1050, HORT 1160, HORT 1200, HORT 1410, HORT 1440, HORT 1500, HORT 1690, HORT 1720 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, HORT 1000, HORT 1020 and HORT Elective 109 ART AND DESIGN Floral Management Introductory Floral Design Interiorscaping Advanced Floral Design Flower Shop Management HORT Elective(s) 8FM3 HORT 1720 HORT 1750 HORT 1730 HORT 2249 HORT xxxx Total Hours 24 4 4 4 3 9 60 Elective(s): any HORT course not required for program completion; EMSP 1010, HRTM 1150, INDS 1100, MGMT 1100, MKTG 1100, MKTG 2010. Recommended Elective(s): HORT 1030, HORT 1060, HORT 1140, HORT 1430, HORT 1560, HORT 1680, HORT 1690 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, HORT 1000, HORT 1020 and HORT 1720 Environmental Horticulture Diploma Program EH12 Program Description The horticulture diploma prepares students to begin successful careers in horticulture. The program also prepares students to become certified by various green industry professional associations. Students may become a Georgia Certified Plant Professional (by the UGA Center for Urban Agriculture); a Georgia Certified Landscape Professional (by the UGA Center for Urban Agriculture); a Commercial Pesticide Applicator (by the Georgia Department of Agriculture); a Certified Arborist (by the International Society of Arboriculture); or a Certified Professional Landscape Designer (by the Association of Professional Landscape Designers). Technical courses apply to the degree program in environmental horticulture. (Program Length: 4 Semesters Minimum) Note: Some courses in this program may be subject to a livework/supply reimbursement charge; specifically in the floral design curriculum. HORT 1720 and 1730 have a $150 supply fee. HORT 2249 has a $75 supply fee. Employment Opportunities Landscape contractor, landscape designer, floral designer, landscape manager, urban farmer, arborist, greenskeeper, groundskeeper, lawn service technician, nursery worker, greenhouse manager, garden center manager, interior landscaper, arborist, golf course worker CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 EMPL 1000 8 3 3 2 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience FYES 1000 21 2 110 ART AND DESIGN Horticulture Science Woody Ornamental Plant Identification Herbaceous Plant Identification Pest Management Environmental Horticulture Internship OR Elective(s) HORT HORT HORT HORT HORT XXXX 1000 1010 1020 1080 1150 xxxx 3 3 3 3 3 (3) (Completion of ONE of the following concentrations is required for graduation.) General Horticulture Greenhouse Management Landscape Construction Nursery Production and Management Landscape Design Landscape Installation Introduction to Sustainable Agriculture Small Scale Food Production Landscape Management Horticulture Business Management Landscape Contracting Arboriculture Science Plant Production and Propagation Irrigation & Water Management Turfgrass Management Soils Golf Course Design Construction and Management Advanced Landscape Design Landscape Grading and Drainage Small Gas Engine Repair and Maintenance Computer-Aided Landscape Design Woody Plant Identification II Horticulture Spanish Large Equipment Operation Introductory Floral Design Advanced Floral Design Interiorscaping Urban Landscape Issues Flower Shop Management Specialty Landscape Construction Elective(s) Elective(s) 8GH2 HORT 1030 HORT 1041 HORT 1050 HORT 1060 HORT 1070 HORT 1100 HORT 1110 HORT 1120 HORT 1140 HORT 1160 HORT 1200 HORT 1250 HORT 1310 HORT 1330 HORT 1410 HORT 1420 HORT 1430 HORT 1440 HORT 1500 HORT 1560 HORT 1680 HORT 1690 HORT 1700 HORT 1720 HORT 1730 HORT 1750 HORT 1800 HORT 2249 HORT 2500 HORT xxxx XXXX xxxx 15 4 4 4 4 4 3 4 4 3 3 4 4 4 4 3 3 4 4 4 4 3 3 3 4 4 4 3 3 4 7 3 Elective(s): any HORT course not required for program completion; EMSP 1010, HRTM 1150, INDS 1100, MGMT 1100, MKTG 1100, MKTG 2010, GIFS 1101. Recommended Elective(s): GIFS 1101, HORT 1060, HORT 1120, HORT 1310, HORT 1410, HORT 1440, HORT 1690, HORT 1720 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1010, HORT 1000, HORT 1020 and HORT Elective Landscape Landscape Management Turfgrass Management Irrigation Elective(s) 8LM2 HORT 1120 HORT 1330 HORT 1310 HORT xxxx 15 4 4 4 3 111 ART AND DESIGN Elective(s): any HORT course not required for program completion; EMSP 1010, HRTM 1150, INDS 1100, MGMT 1100, MKTG 1100, MKTG 2010. Recommended Elective(s): HORT 1050, HORT 1140, HORT 1060, HORT 1200, HORT 1410, HORT 1440, HORT 1500, HORT 1690, HORT 1720 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1010, HORT 1000, HORT 1020 and HORT 1060 Floral Management Introductory Floral Design Advanced Floral Design Interiorscaping Flower Shop Management 8FM2 HORT 1720 HORT 1730 HORT 1750 HORT 2249 Total Hours 15 4 4 4 4 44 Elective(s): any HORT course not required for program completion; EMSP 1010, HRTM 1150, INDS 1100, MGMT 1100, MKTG 1100, MKTG 2010. Recommended Elective(s): HORT 1030, HORT 1060, HORT 1140, HORT 1430, HORT 1560, HORT 1680, HORT 1690 Floral Designer Certificate Program FD11 Program Description The floral designer certificate is designed for students who want to move quickly towards a floral career. Students learn basic design skills and the correct use of floral supplies and equipment. Students also become familiar with wedding and event planning as well as how to profitably run a floral business. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in environmental horticulture. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Note: Most courses in this program are subject to a livework/supply reimbursement charge. HORT 1720 and 1730 have a $150 supply fee. HORT 2249 has a $75 supply fee. This certificate does not have enough credit hours to qualify for financial aid. Employment Opportunities Floral designer, event planner, interior plant specialist, floral shop manager CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Introductory Floral Design Advanced Floral Design Flower Sop Management Environmental Horticulture Internship OR Elective(s) Total Hours 112 NUMBER HORT HORT HORT HORT XXXX 1720 1730 2249 1150 xxxx CREDITS 14 4 4 3 3 3 14 ART AND DESIGN Elective(s): any HORT course not required for program completion; HRTM 1150, INDS 1105. Recommended Elective: HORT 1150 **Suggested First Semester classes: HORT 1720 GIS Technology Certificate Program GT41 Program Description This program provides students with a basic knowledge of the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS). Students will learn project management and will be able to effectively use microcomputer hardware and software applications to enhance existing job skills in the GIS and GPS profession. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Surveyors, cartographers, photogrammetrists, surveying and mapping technicians CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential Technical Courses Introduction to Geographic Information Systems Intermediate GIS Special Topics in GIS GIS in Science Business & Government GIFS GIFS GIFS GIFS 1101 1103 1109 1122 Total Hours CREDITS 16 4 4 4 4 16 **Suggested First Semester classes: GIFS 1101, GIFS 1103 Landscape Installation Technician Certificate Program HI11 Program Description The landscape installation technician certificate prepares students for career opportunities in the landscape industry, one of the fastest-growing areas of horticulture with tremendous growth potential. Students will receive hands-on instruction in the identification of commonly used plant material as well as instruction in how to grow, establish and maintain plants in the landscape environment. Courses will help students become aware of the business side of landscaping as well as the scientific theory behind standard industry practices. This program provides courses that will produce a well-rounded landscape professional with a solid background in plant and hardscape installation and management. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in environmental 113 ART AND DESIGN horticulture. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Landscape manager, landscape contractor, landscape technician, hardscape installer CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential Technical Courses Woody Ornamental Plant Identification Herbaceous Plant Identification Landscape Installation Landscape Contracting Landscape Grading & Drainage HORT HORT HORT HORT HORT 1010 1020 1070 1160 1440 Total Hours CREDITS 17 3 3 4 3 4 17 **Suggested First Semester classes: HORT 1020, HORT 1160 and HORT 1440 Landscape Design Technician Certificate Program LDT1 Program Description The landscape design technician certificate provides a concentrated curriculum in landscape design. Students receive instruction in the theory of landscape design as well as in practical application of design principles. Graphics using hand and computer resources will also be emphasized. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in environmental horticulture. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Self-employed landscape designer, sales, marketing, landscape architect assistant, designer for garden centers or landscaping firms CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Woody Ornamental Plant Identification Herbaceous Plant Identification Landscape Design Landscape Installation Advanced Landscape Design Computer-Aided Landscape Design NUMBER HORT HORT HORT HORT HORT HORT 1010 1020 1060 1070 1430 1560 Total Hours **Suggested First Semester classes: HORT 1010, HORT 1120 and HORT 1060 114 CREDITS 22 3 3 4 4 4 4 22 ART AND DESIGN Sustainable Urban Agriculture Technician Certificate Program SUA1 Program Description The program prepares the student for a career in sustainable, small scale food production that integrates economic profitability and environmental stewardship. Courses provide hands-on experience in the fundamentals of plant production and marketing, giving the student a complete knowledge of the sustainable farmer’s market system. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Market Farmer, Agri-tourism Farmer, Farmer’s Market Director, Community Garden Manager/ Organizer, kitchen garden designer/specialist, CSA operator/farmer, Eco-landscaper (sustainable/ organic landscape specialist) CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Pest Management Introduction to Sustainable Agriculture Small scale Food Production Horticulture Business Management Soils Elective(s) NUMBER CREDITS HORT 1080 HORT 1100 HORT 1110 HORT 1140 HORT 1410 HORT xxxx 19 3 3 4 3 3 3 Total Hours 19 Elective(s): any HORT course not already in the program; EMSP 1010, HRTM 1150, INDS 1100, MGMT 1100, MKTG 1100, MKTG 2010. Recommended electives: HORT 1030, HORT 1310, HORT 1440, HORT 1500, HORT 1690, HORT 1700, HORT 1800. **Suggested First Semester classes: HORT 1100, HORT 1140 and HORT 1410 Interiors Associate of Applied Science Degree IN13 Program Description The interiors program is designed to prepare students for employment in a variety of positions in today’s interiors field. The interiors program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The knowledge and skills emphasized in this program include nontextile and textile use, materials usage; basic blueprint reading; codes, building systems; use of 115 ART AND DESIGN computers in drafting; communication with architects, contractors and clients; historical perspective of architecture; interior design fundamentals; selection and use of furniture and interior finishes; client presentations and business principles. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in the area of interiors. Required core classes give students a well-balanced foundation of English and math which allows students to expand their knowledge of humanities, literature, and art. Electives allow the student to specialize according to career goals. Graduates of the program receive an interiors degree. (Program Length: 5 Semesters Minimum) Note: Technical courses in this program are subject to a livework/supply reimbursement charge. Employment Opportunities Residential, commercial decorator/designer, independent or retail decorator/designer, project coordinator, showroom manager, visual merchandiser, sales representative CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U.S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 Math Modeling MATH 1101 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L Biology I & Lab BIOL 1111/L Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L Chemistry II & Lab CHEM 1212/L College Trigonometry MATH 1112 Precalculus MATH 1113 Introduction to Statistics MATH 1127 Calculus I MATH 1131 Calculus II MATH 1132 116 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3 3 3 3 3 ART AND DESIGN Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Interior Design Fundamentals Technical Drawing for Interior Designers Codes and Building Systems for Interiors Lighting Technologies for Interiors Materials and Resources CAD Fundamentals for Interior Design History of Interiors and Architecture I Textiles for Interiors History of Interiors and Architecture II Interiors Seminar Design Studio I Design Studio II Design Studio III Interiors Internship Business Practices for Design Professionals Total Hours FYES 1000 INDS 1100 INDS 1115 INDS 1120 INDS 1125 INDS 1130 INDS 1145 INDS 1150 INDS 1135 INDS 1155 INDS 1160 INDS 2210 INDS 2215 INDS 2230 INDS 1170 INDS 2240 53 2 4 4 3 2 4 3 4 3 4 3 3 3 3 3 5 68 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, MATH 1111, INDS 1100 and INDS 1115 Interiors Diploma Program IN12 Program Description The interiors program is designed to prepare students for employment in a variety of positions in today’s interiors field. The interiors program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The knowledge and skills emphasized in this program include nontextile and textile use, materials usage; basic blueprint reading; codes, building systems; use of computers in drafting; communication with architects, contractors and clients; historical perspective of architecture; interior design fundamentals; selection and use of furniture and interior finishes; client presentations and business principles. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in the area of interiors. Required core classes give students a well-balanced foundation of English and math and allow students to expand their knowledge of humanities, literature, and art. Electives allow the student to specialize according to career goals. Graduates of the program receive an interiors diploma. (Program Length: 4 Semesters Minimum) 117 ART AND DESIGN Note: Technical courses in this program are subject to a livework/supply reimbursement charge. Employment Opportunities Residential, commercial decorator/designer, independent or retail decorator/designer, project coordinator, showroom manager, visual merchandiser, sales representative CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 8 3 3 Choose ONE of the Following Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development Basic Psychology EMPL 1000 PSYC 1010 2 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Interior Design Fundamentals Technical Drawing for Interior Designers Codes and Building Systems for Interiors Lighting Technologies for Interiors Materials and Resources CAD Fundamentals for Interior Design History of Interiors and Architecture I Textiles for Interiors History of Interiors and Architecture II Interiors Seminar Design Studio I Design Studio II Design Studio III Business Practices for Design Professionals FYES 1000 INDS 1100 INDS 1115 INDS 1120 INDS 1125 INDS 1130 INDS 1145 INDS 1150 INDS 1135 INDS 1155 INDS 1160 INDS 2210 INDS 2215 INDS 2230 INDS 2240 50 2 4 4 3 2 4 3 4 3 4 3 3 3 3 5 Total Hours 58 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MATH 1012, INDS 1100, INDS 1115, and INDS 1120 Interior Design Assistant Certificate Program ID11 Program Description The interior design assistant is a program in the applied visual arts that prepares individuals to apply artistic principles and techniques to the professional planning, designing, equipping, and furnishing of residential and commercial interior spaces. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in interiors. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) 118 ART AND DESIGN Note: Technical courses in this program are subject to a livework/supply reimbursement charge. Employment Opportunities Assistant designer in retail and residential employment, visual merchandising, retail home furnishing sales, showroom sales CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Interior Design Fundamentals Technical Drawing for Interior Designers Codes and Building Systems for Interiors Lighting Technologies for Interiors Materials and Resources Textiles for Interiors Basic Residential Kitchen & Bath NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 INDS 1100 INDS 1115 INDS 1120 INDS 1125 INDS 1130 INDS 1135 INDS 2500 25 2 4 4 3 2 4 3 3 Total Hours 25 Elective(s): any INDS course not required for program completion. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, INDS 1100, INDS 1115, and INDS 1120 Interior Design Sales Consultant Certificate Program ID31 Program Description The interiors design sales consultant is a certificate program highlighting the unique skill set required to identify the needs of a customer and provide an opportunity for those needs to be met through the purchase of a product or service. Students learn how to maintain customer relations, to achieve sales goals, and to market products and services as required for the professional planning and designing of residential and commercial interior spaces. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Note: Technical courses in this program are subject to a livework/supply reimbursement charge. Employment Opportunities Assistant designer in retail and residential employment, visual merchandising, retail home furnishing sales, showroom sales CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Interior Design Fundamentals NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 INDS 1100 24 2 4 119 ART AND DESIGN Materials and Resources Textiles for Interiors History of Interiors and Architecture I History of Interiors and Architecture II Elective INDS INDS INDS INDS INDS 1130 1135 1150 1155 xxxx Total Hours 4 3 4 4 3 24 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, INDS 1100, and INDS 1150 Interior Design and Color Consultant Certificate Program ID21 The interiors design and color consultant is a certificate program in the applied visual arts that prepares individuals to identify the design and color needs of a client. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Note: Technical courses in this program are subject to a livework/supply reimbursement charge. Employment Opportunities Assistant designer in retail and residential employment, visual merchandising, retail home furnishing sales, showroom sales CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Interior Design Fundamentals Technical Drawing for Interior Designers Lighting Technologies for Interiors Materials and Resources Textiles for Interiors NUMBER FYES INDS INDS INDS INDS INDS 1000 1100 1115 1125 1130 1135 Total Hours **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, INDS 1100, and INDS 1115 120 CREDITS 19 2 4 4 2 4 3 19 ART AND DESIGN Interior Technology Certificate Program IT31 Program Description The interiors technology certificate is a program in the applied visual arts that prepares individuals to apply technical skills and techniques to the professional planning and designing, of residential and commercial interior spaces. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Note: Technical courses in this program are subject to a livework/supply reimbursement charge. Employment Opportunities Assistant designer in retail and residential employment, visual merchandising, retail home furnishing sales, showroom sales CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Foundations of Mathematics Technical Drawing for Interior Designers CAD Fundamentals for Interior Design Design Studio I NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 MATH 1012 INDS 1115 INDS 1145 INDS 2210 15 2 3 4 3 3 Total Hours 15 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MATH 1012, and INDS 1115 Faux and Decorative Painting Certificate Program FAP1 Program Description The faux & decorative painting certificate prepares students to produce a wide variety of finishes such as marble, wood grain, semi-precious stones, and antiquing and pickling through paint application. Students will also be trained in interior design principles and have exposure to the basics of business operation. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Note: Technical courses in this program are subject to a livework/supply reimbursement charge. Employment Opportunities Application of painted and faux finishes 121 ART AND DESIGN CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Interior Design Fundamentals Faux & Decorative Painting I Faux & Decorative Painting II NUMBER CREDITS INDS 1100 INDS 1105 INDS 1110 12 4 4 4 Total Hours 12 **Suggested First Semester classes: INDS 1100 and INDS 1105 Kitchen and Bath Designer Certificate Program KAB1 Program Description The kitchen & bath designer certificate is a program in the applied visual arts that prepares graduates for employment in the kitchen and bath industry. The kitchen & bath designer certificate provides learning opportunities in knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for working in this specialized design area. Students will learn presentation standards, construction and mechanical systems, basics of kitchen and bath design, materials, lighting, universal and theme design applications, software technology, and business practices. Industry internships are required in the kitchen and bath field. The kitchen & bath designer certificate emphasizes a combination of kitchen and bath design theory and practical application necessary for successful employment and those seeking their certification in kitchen and bath design. Certified Kitchen Designers (CKD) and/or Certified Bath Designers (CBD) will qualify to take exam(s) following completion of this program and the required years of industry experience. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Note: Technical courses in this program are subject to a livework/supply reimbursement charge. Students must complete all learning support coursework requirements prior to entry. Individuals may enroll with or without prior experience in the kitchen or bath field. Similar courses can be transferred in from other institutions upon agreement with the program director. INDS 1145 requires completion of MATH 1012, MATH 1100, MATH 1111 or equivalent as a prerequisite. Employment Opportunities Independent kitchen and bath designer, retail kitchen and bath designer, retail kitchen and bath dealer/owner, supplier/manufacturer display designer, custom build/installer, coordinator or project manager, showroom representative, marketing, sales or sales representative CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Technical Drawing for Interior Designers 122 NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 INDS 1115 38 2 4 ART AND DESIGN Codes and Building Systems for Interiors Materials and Resources Kitchen and Bath Internship Basic Residential Kitchen & Bath Design Advanced Kitchen & Bath Design Kitchen and Bath Solutions Thru Technology Kitchen and Bath Studio Business Practices for Design Professionals INDS INDS INDS INDS INDS INDS INDS INDS 1120 1130 1175 2500 2505 2510 2515 2240 Total Hours 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 38 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, INDS 1115, INDS 1120, and INDS 2500 Photography Associate of Applied Science Degree CP13 Program Description The photography associate degree program prepares students for employment in the diverse and growing field of photography. The photography associate degree program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in the area of photography. Graduates of the program receive a Photography associate degree. The associate of applied science degree program includes photography courses and college-level general education courses. This program is only offered full-time, during the day. (Program Length: 6 Semesters Minimum) Note: Some courses in this program may be subject to a livework/supply reimbursement charge. Employment Opportunities Photographer’s assistant, freelance photographer, photojournalist, commercial photographer, portrait photographer, digital print finisher, photo technician, digital imaging artist CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 3 3 3 123 ART AND DESIGN Introduction to Sociology World History I World History II U. S. History I U. S. History II American Government Introductory Psychology SOCI 1101 HIST 1111 HIST 1112 HIST 2111 HIST 2112 POLS 1101 PSYC 1101 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 Math Modeling MATH 1101 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L Biology I & Lab BIOL 1111/L Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L Chemistry II & Lab CHEM 1212/L College Trigonometry MATH 1112 Precalculus MATH 1113 Introduction to Statistics MATH 1127 Calculus I MATH 1131 Calculus II MATH 1132 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Visual Theory I Camera Techniques I Photographic Workshop I Digital Imaging I Visual Theory II Camera Techniques II Multimedia I Portraiture I Commercial I Digital Imaging II Photojournalism Portraiture II Portfolio I Commercial II Multimedia II Photographic Business Management Photographic Workshop II 124 FYES 1000 PHOT 1102 PHOT 1103 PHOT 1104 PHOT 1105 PHOT 1122 PHOT 1123 PHOT 1125 PHOT 1126 PHOT 2103 PHOT 2105 PHOT 2106 PHOT 2126 PHOT 2101 PHOT 2123 PHOT 2125 PHOT 2131 PHOT 1124 55 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3 2 2 2 ART AND DESIGN Portfolio II Practicum/Internship PHOT 2121 PHOT 2122 2 3 Total Hours 70 **Suggested First Semester classes: PHOT 1102, PHOT 1103, PHOT 1104, PHOT 1105 Photography Diploma Program CP14 Program Description The photography program prepares students for employment in the diverse and growing field of photography. The photography program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in the area of commercial photography. Graduates of the program receive a photography diploma which qualifies them as photographers with a specialization in portraiture photography, or advertising photography. The diploma program includes photography courses and diploma-level general education courses. This program is only offered full-time, during the day. (Program Length: 6 Semesters Minimum) Note: Some courses in this program may be subject to a livework/supply reimbursement charge. Employment Opportunities Photographer’s assistant, freelance photographer, photojournalist, commercial photographer, portrait photographer, digital print finisher, photo technician, digital imaging artist CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 EMPL 1000 8 3 3 2 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Visual Theory I Camera Techniques I Photographic Workshop I Digital Imaging I Visual Theory II Camera Techniques II Photographic Workshop II Multimedia I Portraiture I FYES 1000 PHOT 1102 PHOT 1103 PHOT 1104 PHOT 1105 PHOT 1122 PHOT 1123 PHOT 1124 PHOT 1125 PHOT 1126 49 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3 3 125 ART AND DESIGN Commercial I Photojournalism Portraiture II Portfolio I Portfolio II Commercial II Photographic Business Management Practicum/Internship PHOT PHOT PHOT PHOT PHOT PHOT PHOT PHOT 2103 2106 2126 2101 2121 2123 2131 2122 3 3 3 2 2 3 2 3 Total Hours 57 **Suggested First Semester classes: PHOT 1102, PHOT 1103, PHOT 1104, PHOT 1105 Digital Imaging Specialist Certificate Program DIA1 Program Description The digital imaging specialist certificate will provide a rich multidisciplinary environment for interactive digital media instruction, research and practice. The program focuses on the creative potential of each participant and fosters exceptional opportunities for innovative, interdisciplinary exploration of digital imaging. The broad curriculum features concentrations in foundations in design and technology, structured multimedia, photography, digital imaging – including: workflow, digital technician, retouching and digital printing. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Photographic technician, digital imaging artist, photographic digital tech, photographic retoucher or post-processing specialist CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Camera Techniques I Digital Imaging I Visual Theory II Commercial I Digital Imaging II NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 PHOT 1103 PHOT 1105 PHOT 1122 PHOT 2103 PHOT 2105 17 2 3 3 3 3 3 Total Hours **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, PHOT 1103, and PHOT 1105 126 17 ART AND DESIGN AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Air Conditioning Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree ACT3 Currently Under Probe Review Program Description The air conditioning technology degree program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the air conditioning industry. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of air conditioning theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive an air conditioning technology degree. (Program Length: 4 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Air conditioning service technician CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 3 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 3 Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 3 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L 3/1 Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L 3/1 127 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Biology I & Lab Chemistry I & Lab Chemistry II & Lab College Trigonometry Precalculus Introduction to Statistics Calculus I Calculus II BIOL 1111/L CHEM 1211/L CHEM 1212/L MATH 1112 MATH 1113 MATH 1127 MATH 1131 MATH 1132 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3/1 3/1 3/1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Refrigeration Fundamentals Refrigeration Principles and Practices Refrigeration Systems Components HVACR Electrical Fundamentals HVACR Electric Motors HVACR Electrical Components and Controls Air Conditioning Systems Application and Installation Gas Heat Heat Pumps and Related Systems Troubleshooting Air Conditioning Systems Elective(s) FYES 1000 AIRC 1005 AIRC 1010 AIRC 1020 AIRC 1030 AIRC 1040 AIRC 1050 AIRC 1060 AIRC 1070 AIRC 1080 AIRC 1090 XXXX xxxx Total Hours 50 2 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 8 65 Elective(s): AIRC 2005, AIRC 2010, AIRC 2020, AIRC 2040, AIRC 2050, AIRC 2060, and/or ELTR 1525. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, AIRC 1005, AIRC 1010, AIRC 1020 and a course from MATH 1111, MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 Air Conditioning Technology Diploma Program ACT2 Program Description The air conditioning technology diploma is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the air conditioning industry. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of air conditioning theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive an air conditioning technology diploma. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) 128 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Employment Opportunities Air conditioning service technician CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 EMPL 1000 8 3 3 2 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Refrigeration Fundamentals Refrigeration Principles and Practices Refrigeration Systems Components HVACR Electrical Fundamentals HVACR Electric Motors HVACR Electrical Components and Controls Air Conditioning Systems Application and Installation Gas Heat Heat Pumps and Related Systems Troubleshooting Air Conditioning Systems FYES 1000 AIRC 1005 AIRC 1010 AIRC 1020 AIRC 1030 AIRC 1040 AIRC 1050 AIRC 1060 AIRC 1070 AIRC 1080 AIRC 1090 42 2 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 Total Hours 50 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, AIRC 1005, AIRC 1010, AIRC 1020 and MATH 1012 Building Maintenance Diploma Program BM22 Program Description The building maintenance program prepares students for careers in the building maintenance industry, which requires multiple maintenance competencies. The students will acquire skills in various diverse areas of maintenance and learn workplace procedures and protocol. Skills acquired include knowledge of electrical applications and practices, heating and air conditioning principles, construction methods and maintenance practices and applications. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are prepared for entry-level employment as maintenance mechanics in apartment complexes, healthcare facilities, industrial establishments, commercial buildings, and other self-sustaining organizations. (Program Length: 4 Semesters) Employment Opportunities Building engineers, stationary engineers, maintenance supervisors, maintenance worker facility coordinators, maintenance mechanics, HVAC technicians, electricians, operations supervisors, operations techs, property managers and other in the facility operation and maintenance field. 129 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Core Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 EMPL 1000 8 3 3 2 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Refrigeration Fundamentals Refrigeration Principles & Practice Refrigeration System Components Fund of Structured Maintenance Building Climate Controls Fundamentals of Plumbing Basic Circuit Analysis Industrial Motor Controls I Commercial Wiring I Residential Wiring I FYES 1000 AIRC 1005 AIRC 1010 AIRC 1020 BFMT 1030 BFMT 1040 BFMT 1050 IDSY 1100 IDSY 1110 ELTR 1080 ELTR 1205 43 2 4 4 4 4 3 2 5 5 6 4 Total Hours 51 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, AIRC 1005, AIRC 1010, AIRC 1020 Air Conditioning Electrical Technician Certificate Program ACK1 Program Description The air conditioning electrical technician certificate provides the training needed to enter the job market as an entry-level air conditioning technician assistant. Instruction will provide students with the skills and knowledge to install, test and service major electrical components of an air conditioning or refrigeration system. Technical courses apply to the diploma program in air conditioning technology. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 1 Semesters Minimum) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the air conditioning technology degree or diploma program. Students can apply to graduate from certificates when classes required are completed. Employment Opportunities Entry-level air conditioning technician assistant CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential Technical Courses HVACR Electrical Fundamentals HVACR Electric Motors AIRC 1030 AIRC 1040 12 4 4 130 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION HVACR Electrical Components and Controls AND AIRC 1050 TRADES 4 Total Hours 12 **Suggested First Semester classes: AIRC 1030, AIRC 1040 and AIRC 1050 Air Conditioning System Maintenance Technician Certificate Program AZ21 Program Description The air conditioning system maintenance certificate program provides the training needed to enter the job market as an entry-level air conditioning technologist. Subject matter includes the basics of both the electrical and mechanical sides of the air conditioning system. Technical courses apply to the diploma program in air conditioning technology. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 1 Semesters Minimum) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the air conditioning technology degree or diploma program. Students can apply to graduate from certificates when classes required are completed. Employment Opportunities Air conditioning technician CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential Technical Courses Refrigeration Fundamentals Refrigeration Principles and Practices HVACR Electrical Fundamentals AIRC 1005 AIRC 1010 AIRC 1030 12 4 4 4 Total Hours 12 **Suggested First Semester classes: AIRC 1005 and AIRC 1010 Photovoltaic Systems Installation & Repair Technician Certificate Program PS11 Program Description Due to the growing demand for clean sources of energy, the sun has become a hot commodity. Solar Photovoltaics, also known as Solar PV, is the field of technology and research related to the application of solar cells for energy by converting sunlight directly into electricity. For those who wish to become professionally trained in the design and installation of PV systems, this technical certificate of credit program provides that training. Graduates will have the opportunity to enter the 131 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES workforce as technicians specializing in electrical applications of installation, inspection, and repair of solar panels in the electrical construction industry. The demand for qualified technicians to install and maintain solar PV systems and other components of this rapidly evolving green technology is expected to continue to expand to account for 11 percent of global electricity production and the creation of 6.3 million jobs by 2030. Use of solar technology and the demand to increase use of the sun for energy is a hot topic, as is the desire to move the US up on that list. The available training is few and far between and even more scarce in Georgia. Gwinnett Tech specializes in meeting the needs of our community through credit and continuing education offerings; green technology is no exception. This certificate will provide the county and surrounding areas with expert training and knowledge in the installation and inspection of photovoltaic systems. As the industry continues to grow, the demand for technicians will continue to increase as well. (Program Length: 2 Semester Minimum) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the air conditioning degree or diploma and add this certificate as a second major. Please consult with enrollment support regarding financial aid regulations with respect to second majors. Students can apply to graduate from certificates when classes required are completed. Employment Opportunities Photovoltaic installation and repair Technician CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Industrial Safety Procedures Direct Current I Electrical Systems Basics I Electrical Prints, Schematics, and Symbols Photovoltaic Systems NUMBER CREDITS IDFC 1007 IDFC 1011 ELTR 1020 ELTR 1060 ELTR 1525 15 2 3 3 2 5 Total Hours 15 **Suggested First Semester classes: IDFC 1007, IDSY 1101, ELTR 1020 and ELTR 1060 Refrigeration System Service Technician Certificate Program RS21 Program Description The refrigeration systems servicing certificate provides the training needed to enter the job market as an entry-level refrigeration technologist. Subject matter includes the basics of both the electrical and mechanical sides of the air conditioning system. Technical courses apply to the diploma program in air conditioning technology. (Program Length: 1 Semester Minimum) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the air conditioning technology degree or diploma program. Students can apply to graduate from certificates when classes required are completed. 132 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Employment Opportunities Refrigeration technician CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential Technical Courses Refrigeration Fundamentals Refrigeration Principles and Practices Refrigeration Systems Components HVACR Electrical Fundamentals HVACR Electric Motors AIRC AIRC AIRC AIRC AIRC 1005 1010 1020 1030 1040 Total Hours CREDITS 20 4 4 4 4 4 20 **Suggested First Semester classes: AIRC 1005, AIRC 1010, and AIRC 1020 Automotive Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree AT23 Program Description The associate of applied science degree in automotive technology is a program consisting of a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for high paying jobs careers in the automotive service and repair professional industry. Students will have the opportunities to develop academic, technical, and professional skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. There is a demand for qualified trained technicians to service and repair today’s high-tech automobiles. The program emphasizes a combination of automotive mechanics theory, the practical application necessary for successful employment, and college level general education courses, which provides the knowledge, skills, and understanding necessary for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Students can choose to pursue careers as service technician, service writers, service managers, manufacturer’s representatives, or parts managers. Program graduates receive an automotive technology associate of applied science degree which qualifies them as automotive service technicians. (Prerequisites: Students are encouraged to acquire a personal set of hand tools.) The Gwinnett Technical College General Automotive Training Program meets the master automobile technician training certification program level for the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, Inc. /Automotive Service Excellence (ASE-NATEF). Students may become certified by taking the ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification tests administered in eight areas by ACT (American College Testing). This program is only offered full-time during the day. (Program Length: 4 Semesters) Employment Opportunities Employment opportunities include but are not limited to a general automotive technician, basic automotive service technician, brake and front end specialist, transmission specialist, air conditioning and electrical specialist, engine specialist, computer systems specialist, engine performance specialist, service advisor, service writer, and parts attendant 133 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 Math Modeling MATH 1101 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L Biology I & Lab BIOL 1111/L Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L Chemistry II & Lab CHEM 1212/L College Trigonometry MATH 1112 Precalculus MATH 1113 Introduction to Statistics MATH 1127 Calculus I MATH 1131 Calculus II MATH 1132 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Automotive Technology Introduction Automotive Brake Systems Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems Automotive Climate Control Systems Automotive Manual Drive Train and Axles Automotive Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles 134 FYES AUTT AUTT AUTT AUTT AUTT AUTT 1000 1010 1030 1050 1060 2020 2030 46 2 2 4 4 5 4 5 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION Auto Electrical Course Option (must complete 7 credits) Automotive Electrical Systems Automotive Electrical Systems I Automotive Electrical Systems II AND TRADES AUTT 1020 AUTT 1021 AUTT 1022 7 7 4 3 Auto Engine Performance Course Option (must complete 7 credits) Automotive Engine Performance AUTT 1040 Automotive Engine Performance I AUTT 1041 Automotive Engine Performance II AUTT 1042 7 7 3 4 Auto Engine Repair Course Option (must complete 6 credits) Automotive Engine Repair AUTT 2010 Automotive Engine Repair I AUTT 2011 Automotive Engine Repair II AUTT 2012 6 6 3 3 Total Hours 61 **Suggested First Semester classes: AUTT 1010, AUTT 1050, FYES 1000, and AUTT 1020 or AUTT 1021 and AUTT 1022. Automotive Fundamentals Diploma Program AF12 Program Description The automotive fundamentals diploma program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for careers in the automotive service and repair profession. Students will be provided opportunities to develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of automotive mechanics theory, and practical applications necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive an automotive fundamentals diploma. The automotive fundamentals diploma program is offered only during the evening schedule. (Prerequisites: Students encouraged to acquire a personal set of hand tools) Students may become certified by taking the ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification tests administered in eight areas by ACT (American College Testing). (Program Length: 4 Semesters) Employment Opportunities Employment opportunities include but are not limited to a general automotive technician, basic automotive service technician, brake and front end specialist, air conditioning and electrical specialist, computer systems specialist, engine performance specialist, service advisor, service writer, and parts attendant. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential General Education Core Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development NUMBER CREDITS ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 EMPL 1000 8 3 3 2 135 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Automotive Technology Introduction Automotive Brake Systems Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems Automotive Climate Control Systems FYES AUTT AUTT AUTT AUTT Auto Electrical Course Option (must complete 7 credits) Automotive Electrical Systems Automotive Electrical Systems I Automotive Electrical Systems II AUTT 1020 AUTT 1021 AUTT 1022 7 7 4 3 Auto Engine Performance Course Option (must complete 7 credits) Automotive Engine Performance AUTT 1040 Automotive Engine Performance I AUTT 1041 Automotive Engine Performance II AUTT 1042 7 7 3 4 Total Hours 39 1000 1010 1030 1050 1060 31 2 2 4 4 5 **Suggested First Semester classes: AUTT 1010, ENGL 1010, FYES 1000, and AUTT 1020 or AUTT 1021 and AUTT 1022. Automotive Chassis Technician Specialist Certificate Program ASG1 Program Description The automotive chassis technician specialist certificate program provides students with the opportunity to develop the skills necessary to enter the automotive industry as an entry level chassis technician. Topics covered include: shop safety, basic electrical/electronic theory and diagnosis, chassis components and types, steering system components and service, alignment theory and procedures, and brake system operation, diagnosis and repair. (Program Length: 2 Semesters) (Prerequisites: Students are encouraged to acquire a personal set of hand tools.) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the automotive technology degree or automotive fundamentals diploma program. Employment Opportunities Employment opportunities include but are not limited to general service technician, suspension and steering technician, brake system technician. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential Technical Courses Automotive Technology Introduction Automotive Brake Systems Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems AUTT 1010 AUTT 1030 AUTT 1050 17 2 4 4 Auto Electrical Course Option (must complete 7 credits) Automotive Electrical Systems AUTT 1020 7 7 136 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION Automotive Electrical Systems I Automotive Electrical Systems II AUTT 1021 AUTT 1022 Total Hours AND TRADES 4 3 17 **Suggested First Semester classes: AUTT 1010 Automotive Climate Control Technician Certificate Program AH21 Program Description The automotive climate control technician certificate program provides students with an opportunity to develop the necessary skills for entering the automotive service industry as an entry level climate control technician. Topics covered include: basic shop safety, electrical/electronic theory and diagnosis, and the theory, operation, diagnosis and servicing of automotive climate control systems. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 2 Semesters) (Prerequisites: Students are encouraged to acquire a personal set of hand tools.) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the automotive technology degree or automotive fundamentals diploma program. Employment Opportunities Employment opportunities include but are not limited to a general service technician, air conditioning and electrical technician specialist. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential Technical Courses Automotive Technology Introduction Automotive Climate Control Systems AUTT 1010 AUTT 1060 14 2 5 Auto Electrical Course Option (must complete 7 credits) Automotive Electrical Systems Automotive Electrical Systems I Automotive Electrical Systems II AUTT 1020 AUTT 1021 AUTT 1022 7 7 4 3 Total Hours 14 **Suggested First Semester classes: AUTT 1010, AUTT 1020 or AUTT 1021 and AUTT 1022 137 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Auto Electrical/Electronic Systems Technician Certificate Program AE41 Program Description This certificate program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair basic electrical/electronic automotive systems as an entry level technician. Topics covered include automotive shop safety, electrical theory and circuit diagnosis, automotive batteries, starting and charging systems, instrumentation, lighting, and various vehicle accessories. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 1 Semester) (Prerequisites: Students are encouraged to acquire a personal set of hand tools). Students applying for this program must be accepted into the automotive technology degree or automotive fundamentals diploma program. Employment Opportunities Employment opportunities include but are not limited to Basic automotive service technician, electrical systems service technician. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential Technical Courses Automotive Technology Introduction AUTT 1010 9 2 Auto Electrical Course Option (must complete 7 credits) Automotive Electrical Systems Automotive Electrical Systems I Automotive Electrical Systems II AUTT 1020 AUTT 1021 AUTT 1022 7 7 4 3 Total Hours 9 **Suggested First Semester classes: AUTT 1010, AUTT 1020 or AUTT 1021 and AUTT 1022 Automotive Engine Performance Technician Certificate Program AE51 Program Description The automotive engine performance technician introduces students to the knowledge and skills required for entry-level engine performance technicians. Topics covered include theory, diagnosis, service, and repair of fuel systems, ignition systems, emission system, and electronic engine controls. This program is ideal students who enjoy working with the latest in automotive technology. (Program Length: 2 Semesters) (Prerequisites: Students are encouraged to acquire a personal set of hand tools). Students applying for this program must be accepted into the automotive technology degree or automotive fundamentals diploma program. 138 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Employment Opportunities Employment opportunities include but are not limited to a drivability technician, engine performance technician specialist. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS AUTT 1010 16 2 AUTT 1020 AUTT 1021 AUTT 1022 7 7 4 3 Auto Engine Performance Course Option (must complete 7 credits) Automotive Engine Performance AUTT 1040 Automotive Engine Performance I AUTT 1041 Automotive Engine Performance II AUTT 1042 7 7 3 4 Total Hours 16 Essential Technical Courses Automotive Technology Introduction Auto Electrical Course Option (must complete 7 credits) Automotive Electrical Systems Automotive Electrical Systems I Automotive Electrical Systems II **Suggested First Semester classes: AUTT 1010, AUTT 1020 or AUTT 1021 and AUTT 1022 Automotive Engine Repair Technician Certificate Program AE61 Program Description The automotive engine repair technician certificate program provides the students with the opportunity to develop skills necessary for entry level automotive engine repair technician. Topics include: basic shop safety, basic electrical/electronic diagnosis, principles of engine operation, basic engine diagnosis, and basic engine repair procedures. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 2 Semesters) (Prerequisites: Students are encouraged to acquire a personal set of hand tools). Students applying for this program must be accepted into the automotive technology degree or automotive fundamentals diploma program. Employment Opportunities Drivability technician, engine performance technician, engine repair technician CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential Technical Courses Automotive Technology Introduction AUTT 1010 15 2 Auto Electrical Course Option (must complete 7 credits) Automotive Electrical Systems Automotive Electrical Systems I AUTT 1020 AUTT 1021 7 7 4 139 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Automotive Electrical Systems II AUTT 1022 3 Auto Engine Repair Course Option (must complete 6 credits) Automotive Engine Repair AUTT 2010 Automotive Engine Repair I AUTT 2011 Automotive Engine Repair II AUTT 2012 6 6 3 3 Total Hours 15 **Suggested First Semester classes: AUTT 1010, AUTT 1020 or AUTT 1021 and AUTT 1022 Automotive Transmission/Transaxle Tech Specialist Certificate Program AA71 Program Description The automotive transmission/transaxle tech specialist certificate program provides students with the opportunity to develop the skills for entry level transmission, transaxle, and drive line technician. Topics covered include: shop safety, basic electrical/electronic theory and diagnosis, manual transmission/ transaxle operation and diagnosis, automatic transmission/transaxle operation and diagnosis, axles operation and diagnosis, differentials operation and diagnosis, and 4WD/AWD systems operation and diagnosis. (Program Length: 2 Semesters) (Prerequisites: students are encouraged to acquire a personal set of hand tools). Students applying for this program must be accepted into the automotive technology degree or automotive fundamentals diploma program. Employment Opportunities Employment opportunities include but are not limited to Transmission/Transaxle/Driveline technician. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential Technical Courses Automotive Technology Introduction Automotive Manual Drive Train and Axles Automotive Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles AUTT 1010 AUTT 2020 AUTT 2030 18 2 4 5 Auto Electrical Course Option (must complete 7 credits) Automotive Electrical Systems Automotive Electrical Systems I Automotive Electrical Systems II AUTT 1020 AUTT 1021 AUTT 1022 7 7 4 3 Total Hours 18 **Suggested First Semester classes: AUTT 1010, AUTT 1020 or AUTT 1021 and AUTT 1022 140 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Mopar CAP College Automotive Program Associate of Applied Science Degree CC23 Program Description Automotive service technology offers you the opportunity to prepare for a career with the Mopar Brand (Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, RAM, FIAT). The need for trained service and repair technicians, service writers, parts managers, and service managers continues to grow. Automotive service has become a career which demands comprehensive academic and technical training. You will learn service and repair procedures for some of the most popular and technically advanced automobiles. Graduates of the associate degree program have additional qualifications for promotion and advancement into supervisory positions. Students can only be awarded Mopar training credit by graduating from the Mopar college automotive program, associate of applied science degree. Students must complete their general education classes in the semester that the program director has designated to be successful in this program. Training is oriented toward understanding and servicing Mopar Brand automobiles. Students may become certified by taking the ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification tests administered in eight areas by ACT (American College Testing). This program is only offered fulltime, during the day. (Program Length: 5 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities General automotive technician, basic automotive service technician, brake and front end specialist, transmission specialist, air conditioning and electrical specialist, engine specialist, computer systems specialist, engine performance specialist, service advisor, service writer, and parts attendant CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 141 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 3 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 3 Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 3 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L 3/1 Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L 3/1 Biology I & Lab BIOL 1111/L 3/1 Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L 3/1 Chemistry II & Lab CHEM 1212/L 3/1 College Trigonometry MATH 1112 3 Precalculus MATH 1113 3 Introduction to Statistics MATH 1127 3 Calculus I MATH 1131 3 Calculus II MATH 1132 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Introduction to Dealer Systems (MOPAR) Mopar Engine Systems Mopar Automatic Transmissions Mopar Drive Trains Mopar Steering and Suspension Mopar Brakes Mopar Electrical Systems Mopar HVAC Systems Mopar Engine Performance Mopar Internship I Mopar Internship II Mopar Internship III Mopar Internship IV Total Hours FYES ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP 1000 1000 1010 1020 1030 1040 1050 1060 1070 1080 2010 2020 2030 2040 48 2 2 4 4 4 3 4 5 3 5 3 3 3 3 63 **Suggested First Semester classes: ACAP 1000, ACAP 1060, FYES 1000 and a Math course from the following: MATH 1111, MATH 1100 or MATH 1101. 142 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Mopar CAP College Automotive Program Diploma MCD2 Program Description Automotive service technology offers you the opportunity to prepare for a career with the Mopar Brand (Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, RAM, FIAT). The need for trained service and repair technicians, service writers, parts managers, and service managers continues to grow. Automotive service has become a career which demands comprehensive academic and technical training. You will learn service and repair procedures for some of the most popular and technically advanced automobiles. Graduates of the diploma program will have qualifications needed to service vehicles and advance rapidly through what was previously an experience-based career and can be awarded Chrysler training credit after graduating from the Chrysler College Automotive Program diploma. Students can only be awarded Mopar training credit by graduating from the Mopar college automotive program, diploma. Students must complete their general education classes in the semester that the program director has designated to be successful in this program. Training is oriented toward understanding and servicing Mopar Brand automobiles. Students may become certified by taking the ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification tests administered in eight areas by ACT (American College Testing). This program is only offered full-time, during the day. (Program Length: 4 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities General automotive technician, basic automotive service technician, brake and front end specialist, transmission specialist, air conditioning and electrical specialist, engine specialist, computer systems specialist, engine performance specialist, service advisor, service writer, and parts attendant CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 EMPL 1000 8 3 3 2 FYES ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP 48 2 2 4 4 4 3 4 5 3 5 3 3 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Introduction to Dealer Systems (MOPAR) Mopar Engine Systems Mopar Automatic Transmissions Mopar Drive Trains Mopar Steering and Suspension Mopar Brakes Mopar Electrical Systems Mopar HVAC Systems Mopar Engine Performance Mopar Internship I Mopar Internship II Mopar Internship III 1000 1000 1010 1020 1030 1040 1050 1060 1070 1080 2010 2020 2030 CREDITS 143 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Mopar Internship IV ACAP 2040 Total Hours 3 56 **Suggested First Semester classes: ACAP 1000, ACAP 1060, FYES 1000 and MATH 1012 Mopar CAP Electrical Technician Certificate Program MC21 Program Description The electrical technician certificate program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair basic electrical/electronic automotive systems as an entry level technician. Topics covered include automotive shop safety, electrical theory and circuit diagnosis, automotive batteries, starting and charging systems, instrumentation, lighting, and various vehicle accessories. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 1 Semester) (Prerequisites: Students are encouraged to acquire a personal set of hand tools). Students applying for this program must be accepted into the automotive technology degree or automotive fundamentals diploma program. Employment Opportunities Employment opportunities include but are not limited to Basic automotive service technician, electrical systems service technician. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Introduction to Dealer Systems Mopar Electrical Systems NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 ACAP 1000 ACAP 1060 9 2 2 5 Total Hours 9 **Suggested First Semester classes: ACAP 1000, ACAP 1060, FYES 1000 Mopar CAP Engine Performance Technician Certificate Program MC31 Program Description 144 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES The automotive engine performance technician introduces students to the knowledge and skills required for entry-level engine performance technicians. Topics covered include theory, diagnosis, service, and repair of fuel systems, ignition systems, emission system, and electronic engine controls. This program is ideal students who enjoy working with the latest in automotive technology. (Program Length: 2 Semesters) (Prerequisites: Students are encouraged to acquire a personal set of hand tools). 145 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Students applying for this program must be accepted into the automotive technology degree or automotive fundamentals diploma program. Employment Opportunities Employment opportunities include but are not limited to a drivability technician, engine performance technician specialist. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Introduction to Dealer Systems (MOPAR) Mopar Engine Systems Mopar Electrical Systems Mopar Engine Performance Mopar Internship I FYES ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP ACAP 1000 1000 1010 1060 1080 2010 Total Hours CREDITS 21 2 2 4 5 5 3 21 **Suggested First Semester classes: ACAP 1000, ACAP 1060, FYES 1000 Nissan Dealership Technician Training Program (NDTTP) Students interested in specialized training on Nissan and Infiniti vehicles may do so by enrolling in the general automotive program at any level by declaring this intention during their program interview. The general automotive program offered an embedded NDTTP program which allows students to declare a general automotive degree, diploma or certificate option for their course of study. Students will learn automotive system theory in our general automotive program courses by performing hands-on activities in the lab on late model Nissan and Infiniti vehicles using the manufacturer’s tools, equipment and technical information. Certain Nissan technical training classes may then be exempted by NDTTP students upon graduation if they are employed at a Nissan or Infiniti dealership. Typical program length is approximately two years for a degree or diploma, based on full-time consistent enrollment. Students interested in this training option will need to also complete an interview with the NDTTP automotive advisor prior to or during their first semester of automotive courses. Heavy Diesel Service Technician Certificate Program HD31 Program Description The heavy diesel service technician certificate provides training in both the theory and diagnosis of basic systems found on diesel engines and heavy equipment. The program provides instruction in 146 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES basic shop safety and equipment, diesel engines and fuel systems, electrical/electronic systems, hydraulics, and power train systems. The program is designed to last one year and will offer students an opportunity to apply their skills in an internship environment at a local diesel equipment repair facility. This program is geared towards students who want to start a career in the heavy diesel equipment repair industry. (Program Length: 2 Semesters) Employment Opportunities Service technician in diesel equipment service facilities; heavy equipment service technician. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential Technical Courses Introduction to Diesel Technology, Tools, and Safety Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems Diesel Engines Heavy Equipment Hydraulics Off Road Drivelines Diesel Equipment Technology Internship DIET DIET DIET DIET DIET DIET 1000 1010 1030 2001 2011 1050 Total Hours CREDITS 32 3 7 7 6 6 4 32 **Suggested First Semester classes: DIET 1000, DIET 1010 and DIET 1030 Diesel Power Generation Certificate Program DP31 Program Description The diesel power generation certificate offers students who completed the Heavy Diesel Technician TCC two more advanced diesel courses that cover power generation units. Completion of this advanced certificate will prepare students to perform maintenance and overhaul procedures on power generation equipment. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 1 Semester) Employment Opportunities Diesel Generator Repair Technician CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential Technical Courses DPG-Basic Power Generation DPG Controls, Switching & Auxiliary Systems DIET 2002 DIET 2012 12 6 6 Total Hours 12 **Suggested First Semester classes: DIET 1000, DIET 1010 and DIET 1030 Note: The Heavy Diesel Certificate must be completed before you can complete this certificate. 147 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Carpentry: Residential Diploma Program CA22 Program Description The carpentry diploma is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the carpentry industry. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of carpentry theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a carpentry diploma and have the qualifications of an entry-level residential carpenter. (Program Length: 3 Semesters minimum) Some courses in this program of study may be subject to a livework and/or supply reimbursement charge. Employment Opportunities Framing carpenter, finish carpenter, roofer, siding installer, lead carpenter CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Overview of Building Construction Practices and Materials Professional Tool Use and Safety Construction Print Reading Fundamentals Site Layout, Footings and Foundations Floor Wall and Stair Framing Ceiling and Roof Framing Exterior Finishes and Roof Coverings Interior Finishes Advanced Residential Finishes and Decks Elective(s) NUMBER CREDITS ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 EMPL 1000 8 3 3 2 FYES 1000 COFC 1011 COFC 1020 COFC 1050 CARP 1070 CARP 1105 CARP 1110 CARP 1112 CARP 1114 CARP 1190 XXXX xxxx 36 2 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 3 3 Total Hours 44 Elective(s): CMTT 2020, CMTT 2050, INDS 1100, INDS 1105, GIFS 1101 or MGMT 1115 **Suggested First Semester classes in the evening sequence beginning in the spring: FYES 1000, COFC 1011, COFC 1020, and COFC 1050 148 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Residential Construction Management Associate of Applied Science Degree CM13 Program Description The residential construction management degree helps prepare you for a leadership position in the construction industry. Graduates of this associate degree program are prepared to quickly grow into such leadership positions as contractors and subcontractors, construction superintendents, job supervisors, and estimators and schedulers. The construction management program is designed for the student who wishes to prepare for a career in some aspect of construction supervision. The associate degree program builds upon the basic diploma courses which provide a background of skills in several areas of construction. Supervision courses, drafting, project management, and accounting for construction businesses provide a management and supervisory core of courses. Computerized applications prepare the graduate for rapid advancement in today’s increasingly automated construction industry. Graduates of the program will receive an associate of applied science degree in residential construction management. (Program Length: 6 Semesters minimum) Some courses in this program of study may be subject to a livework and/or supply reimbursement charge. It is recommended that students first complete the introductory and technical carpentry courses (course numbers beginning with the letters ‘COFC’ and ‘CARP’) before attempting any of the management level courses (course numbers beginning with the letters ‘CMTT’). Employment Opportunities Framing carpenter, form builder, roofer, siding installer, foreman, superintendent, estimator, contractor, sub-contractor CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 149 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 Math Modeling MATH 1101 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L Biology I & Lab BIOL 1111/L Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L Chemistry II & Lab CHEM 1212/L College Trigonometry MATH 1112 Precalculus MATH 1113 Introduction to Statistics MATH 1127 Calculus I MATH 1131 Calculus II MATH 1132 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Overview of Building Construction Practices and Materials Professional Tool Use and Safety Construction Print Reading Fundamentals Site Layout, Footings and Foundations Floor Wall and Stair Framing Ceiling and Roof Framing Exterior Finishes and Roof Coverings Interior Finishes FYES 1000 COFC 1011 COFC 1020 COFC 1050 CARP 1070 CARP 1105 CARP 1110 CARP 1112 CARP 1114 30 2 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 Residential Concentration Advanced Residential Finishes and Decks Residential Estimating Review Construction Drafting I Residential Code Review Computerized Construction Scheduling Financial Accounting I Construction Contracting Elective(s) 8R13 CARP 1190 CMTT 2010 CMTT 2020 CMTT 2050 CMTT 2130 ACCT 1100 CMTT 2170 XXXX xxxx 25 3 3 3 3 3 4 3 3 Total Hours 70 Elective(s): MGMT 1100, MGMT 1115, MGMT 1120, MGMT 1125, MKTG 1100 **Suggested First Semester classes in the day sequence beginning in the fall: FYES 1000, COFC 1011, COFC 1020, COFC 1050 and CARP 1070 150 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Residential Construction Management Diploma Program CM12 Program Description The construction management diploma program is designed for the student who wishes to prepare for a career in some aspect of construction supervision. The diploma program in carpentry provides background skills in several areas of construction. Supervision courses, computer aided drafting, project management, and accounting for construction businesses provides a core of management and supervisory courses leading to a construction management diploma. (Program Length: 4 Semesters minimum) Some courses in this program of study may be subject to a livework and/or supply reimbursement charge. It is recommended that students first complete the introductory and technical carpentry courses (course numbers beginning with the letters ‘COFC’ and ‘CARP’) before attempting any of the management level courses (course numbers beginning with the letters ‘CMTT’). Employment Opportunities Framing carpenter, form builder, roofer, siding installer, foreman, superintendent, estimator, contractor, sub-contractor CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 EMPL 1000 8 3 3 2 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Overview of Building Construction Practices and Materials Professional Tool Use and Safety Construction Print Reading Fundamentals Site Layout, Footings and Foundations Floor Wall and Stair Framing Ceiling and Roof Framing Exterior Finishes and Roof Coverings Interior Finishes FYES 1000 COFC 1011 COFC 1020 COFC 1050 CARP 1070 CARP 1105 CARP 1110 CARP 1112 CARP 1114 30 2 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 Residential Concentration Advanced Residential Finishes and Decks Residential Estimating Review Construction Drafting I Residential Code Review Computerized Construction Scheduling Construction Contracting Elective(s) 8R22 CARP 1190 CMTT 2010 CMTT 2020 CMTT 2050 CMTT 2130 CMTT 2170 XXXX xxxx 21 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development Total Hours 59 151 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Elective(s): ACCT 1100, MGMT 1100, MGMT 1115, MGMT 1120, MGMT 1125, MKTG 1100 **Suggested First Semester classes in the day sequence beginning in the fall: FYES 1000, COFC 1011, COFC 1020, COFC 1050, and CARP 1070 Certified Construction Worker Certificate Program CCW1 Program Description The certified construction worker certificate offers training for the construction industry that provides students with the information and skills they need to work effectively on a construction site. Technical courses apply to the diploma program in carpentry and to both the diploma and degree programs in management. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 1 Semester Minimum) Some courses in this program of study may be subject to a livework and/or supply reimbursement charge. Employment Opportunities Entry level to any type of construction job CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Overview of Building Construction Practices and Materials Professional Tool Use and Safety Construction Print Reading Fundamentals Total Hours NUMBER CREDITS COFC 1011 COFC 1020 COFC 1050 9 3 3 3 9 **Suggested First Semester classes in either day or evening sequences: FYES 1000, COFC 1011, COFC 1020, and COFC 1050 Finish Carpenter Certificate Program FC31 Program Description The finish carpenter technical certificate specializes in interior and exterior finish of a residential building. Topics covered are doors, trim, cabinets, millwork, cornice, soffit, wall covering, ceilings, cabinets and insulation. Theory along with practical application in the lab is emphasized. Technical courses apply to the diploma program in carpentry. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 1 Semester Minimum) Students must complete COFC 1020 and COFC 1050 prior to attempting the courses in the finish carpenter certificate program. 152 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Some courses in this program of study may be subject to a livework and/or supply reimbursement charge. Employment Opportunities Apprentice level employment as professional cabinetmaker, interior carpenter CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Exterior Finishes and Roof Coverings Interior Finishes Advanced Residential Finishes and Decks NUMBER CREDITS CARP 1112 CARP 1114 CARP 1190 11 4 4 3 Total Hours 11 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, COFC 1020, and COFC 1050 Framing Carpenter Certificate Program FC71 Program Description The framing carpenter technical certificate is intended to prepare individuals for employment as framers. Program completers are trained in the use of hand and power tools, materials, blueprint reading, floor, wall, ceiling and roof framing. Technical courses apply to the diploma program in carpentry. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. Prerequisites: Students must have a basic set of carpentry tools. (Program Length: 1 Semester Minimum) Students must complete COFC 1020, and COFC 1050 prior to attempting the courses in the framing carpenter certificate program. Some courses in this program of study may be subject to a livework and/or supply reimbursement charge. Employment Opportunities Carpentry helper, carpenter, framer, lay-out and lead carpenter CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Site Layout, Footings and Foundations Floor Wall and Stair Framing Ceiling and Roof Framing and Covering Total Hours NUMBER CREDITS CARP 1070 CARP 1105 CARP 1110 11 3 4 4 11 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, COFC 1020, COFC 1050, and CARP 1070 153 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Residential Construction Manager Certificate Program CM81 Program Description The construction manager certificate prepares experienced construction workers for entry into management positions within the residential construction industry. Management courses, drafting, project management, and accounting for construction businesses provide a management core of courses. Computerized applications prepare the graduate for rapid advancement in today’s increasingly automated construction industry. Graduates of the program will receive a construction manager certificate. (Program Length: 3 Semesters minimum) It is recommended that students first complete the introductory and technical carpentry courses (course numbers beginning with the letters ‘COFC’ and ‘CARP’) before attempting any of the management level courses (course numbers beginning with the letters ‘CMTT’). Program Director approval is required for admission to this certificate program. Some courses in this program of study may be subject to a livework and/or supply reimbursement charge. Employment Opportunities Foreman, superintendent, estimator, contractor, sub-contractor, expediter, scheduler CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Financial Accounting I Residential Estimating Review Construction Drafting I Residential Code Review Computerized Construction Scheduling Construction Contracting NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 ACCT 1100 CMTT 2010 CMTT 2020 CMTT 2050 CMTT 2130 CMTT 2170 21 2 4 3 3 3 3 3 Total Hours 21 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, COFC 1020, COFC 1050, and CARP 1070 Commercial Construction Management Associate of Applied Science Degree CC13 Program Description The mission of the commercial construction management program is to prepare its students to assume positions leading to increasing managerial responsibility in a variety of firms which plan and construct commercial construction projects. Graduates will be provided with the knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to effectively coordinate all of the managerial and technical aspects of a construction project. 154 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Upon graduation of the degree program, students will possess skills in problem solving, critical thinking, and communication, as well as technical and conceptual application of estimating, contract administration, contracts, scheduling, finance, safety, and means and methods of construction. The associate of applied science degree program includes commercial construction management courses and college-level general education courses. Coursework is accomplished through business simulations that prepare students to immediately and effectively impact the work environment. Student industry employment is encouraged to allow direct application of skills learned through course projects. (Program Length: 5 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Project manager, contract administrator, superintendent, estimator, project engineer, safety engineer, assistant cost engineer, quality control engineer, scheduling engineer CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses Area I – Language Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric Public Speaking CREDITS 18 ENGL 1101 SPCH 1101 3 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 3 3 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 3 (Choose ONE of the following) Quantitative Skills and Reasoning Math Modeling Physical Science I College Trigonometry Precalculus Introduction to Statistics Calculus I Calculus II Conceptual Physics & Lab Introductory Physics I & Lab Biology I & Lab Chemistry I & Lab Chemistry II & Lab MATH 1100 MATH 1101 PHSC 1111 MATH1112 MATH1113 MATH1127 MATH1131 MATH 1132 PHYS 1110/L PHYS 1111/L BIOL 1111/L CHEM 1211/L CHEM 1212/L 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Introduction to Construction and Development Building Technologies and Methods Construction Graphics Construction Safety Construction Estimating I 43 2 2 4 3 4 4 FYES 1000 CCMN 1000 CCMN 1020 CCMN 1030 CCMN 1040 CCMN 1060 155 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Construction Estimating II Construction Law Construction Scheduling Construction Accounting and Financial Management Construction Project Management Principles of Management OR Leadership Elective(s) CCMN 1070 CCMN 2010 CCMN 2020 CCMN 2030 CCMN 2040 MGMT 1100 MGMT 1115 CCMN xxxx Total Hours 4 3 4 4 4 3 (3) 2 61 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, CCMN 1000, CCMN 1020, CCMN 1030, and ENGL 1101 Elective(s): CCMN 2080 or CCMN 2500. Commercial Construction Contract Administrator Certificate Program CCL1 Program Description The commercial construction contract administrator certificate provides students with the essential skills required to work for developers, architects, and construction management firms as contract administrators or owner’s representatives. Contract administrators review the work of contractors to verify contract compliance. Course lectures are designed to provide comprehensive insight into the architect’s view of the construction process. Technical courses apply to the degree program in commercial construction management. (Program Length: 5 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Entry-level construction contract administrator CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Introduction to Construction and Development Building Technologies and Methods Construction Graphics Construction Safety Construction Estimating I Construction Estimating II Construction Law Construction Scheduling Construction Accounting and Financial Management Construction Project Management NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 CCMN 1000 CCMN 1020 CCMN 1030 CCMN 1040 CCMN 1060 CCMN 1070 CCMN 2010 CCMN 2020 CCMN 2030 CCMN 2040 38 2 2 4 3 4 4 4 3 4 4 4 Total Hours **Suggested First Semester classes: CCMN 1000, CCMN 1020, CCMN 1030 156 38 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Commercial Construction Estimator Certificate Program CCK1 Program Description The commercial construction estimator certificate prepares students to estimate commercial construction costs. In addition, bid strategy, bidding documents, systems selection, and contract modifications are discussed. Technical courses apply to the degree program in commercial construction management. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Entry-level quantity and cost estimators with costing, design, development, construction and construction management firms CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential Technical Courses Introduction to Construction and Development Building Technologies and Methods Construction Graphics Construction Estimating I Construction Estimating II CCMN CCMN CCMN CCMN CCMN 1000 1020 1030 1060 1070 Total Hours CREDITS 17 2 4 3 4 4 17 **Suggested First Semester classes: CCMN 1000, CCMN 1020, CCMN 1030 Sustainable Design and Construction Certificate Program SDA1 Program Description The sustainable design and construction certificate prepares students for application of the sustainable design and construction practices in the workplace or professional setting. The coursework will prepare the students for the demands of today’s green building industry. Technical courses apply to the degree program in commercial construction management. Students completing the certificate program of study will be prepared to take the LEED Green Associate examination (the exam is not included in the certificate coursework). This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 2 Semester Minimum) Employment Opportunities Project professionals, project managers, construction managers, suppliers and facility engineers. 157 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential Technical Courses Introduction Construction & Development Building Technologies & Methods Construction Graphics Sustainable Design & Construction CCMN CCMN CCMN CCMN 1000 1020 1030 2080 Total Hours CREDITS 13 2 4 3 4 13 **Suggested First Semester classes: CCMN 1000, CCMN 1020, CCMN 1030 Drafting Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree DT13 Program Description The drafting technology degree prepares students for employment in a variety of positions in the drafting field. The program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and technical knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in drafting. Graduates of the program receive an associate of applied science degree. (Program Length: Approximately 4 Semesters minimum) Students must verify degree-level proficiency in math before program admission. Employment Opportunities CAD operator, drafter, detailer, equipment and supplies salesperson, reproduction technician CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER 15 Essential General Education Core Courses Area I – Language Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric CREDITS ENGL 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics College Algebra Choose ONE of the following College Trigonometry Precalculus 158 MATH 1111 3 MATH 1112 MATH 1113 3 3 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the Following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Introduction to Music MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience CAD Fundamentals Multiview/Basic Dimensioning FYES 1000 DFTG 1101 DFTG 1103 10 2 4 4 8MD3 DFTG 1105 DFTG 1107 DFTG 1109 DFTG 1111 DFTG 1113 XXXX xxxx 37 4 4 4 4 4 17 (Completion of ONE concentration is required for graduation) Mechanical Drafting Concentration 3D Mechanical Modeling Advanced Dimensioning/Sectional Views Auxiliary Views/Surface Development Fasteners Assembly Drawings Elective(s) **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, DFTG 1101, DFTG 1103, DFTG 1105, and MATH 1111 Architectural Drafting Concentration Architectural Fundamentals Architectural 3D Modeling Residential Drawing I Residential Drawing II Commercial Drawing I Elective(s) 8AD3 DFTG 1125 DFTG 1127 DFTG 1129 DFTG 1131 DFTG 1133 XXXX xxxx 37 4 4 4 4 4 17 Elective(s): DFTG 2110, DFTG 2300, DFTG 2400, DFTG 2500, DFTG 2600, DFTG 2020, DFTG 2030, DFTG 2040, DFTG 2120, ACCT 2145, CIST 1001, CHEM 1211 & CHEM 1211L, MATH 1131, PHYS 1110 & PHYS 1110L. Total Hours 62 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, DFTG 1101, DFTG 1103, DFTG 1127, and MATH 1111 Drafting Technology Diploma Program DT12 Program Description The drafting diploma prepares students for employment in a variety of positions in the drafting field. The program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and technical knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. 159 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in drafting. Graduates of the program receive a drafting diploma. Technical courses apply to the degree program in drafting technology. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Students must verify diploma level proficiency in math before program admission. Employment Opportunities Drafter, CAD operator, detailer, equipment and supplies salesperson, reproduction technician CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Algebraic Concepts Geometry & Trigonometry Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development ENGL MATH MATH EMPL 1010 1013 1015 1000 11 3 3 3 2 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience CAD Fundamentals Multiview/Basic Dimensioning FYES 1000 DFTG 1101 DFTG 1103 10 2 4 4 8M32 DFTG 1105 DFTG 1107 DFTG 1109 DFTG 1111 DFTG 1113 XXXX xxxx 24 4 4 4 4 4 4 (Completion of ONE concentration is required for graduation) Mechanical Drafting Concentration 3D Mechanical Modeling Advanced Dimensioning/Sectional Views Auxiliary Views/Surface Development Fasteners Assembly Drawings Elective(s) Elective(s) Mechanical Drafting Concentration: DFTG 2110, DFTG 2300, DFTG 2400, DFTG 2500, DFTG 2600, DFTG 2020, DFTG 2030, DFTG 2040, DFTG 2120, ACCT 2145, CIST 1001. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, DFTG 1101, DFTG 1103, DFTG 1105, and MATH 1102 Architectural Drafting Concentration Architectural Fundamentals Architectural 3D Modeling Residential Drawing I Residential Drawing II Commercial Drawing I Elective(s) 8AD2 DFTG 1125 DFTG 1127 DFTG 1129 DFTG 1131 DFTG 1133 XXXX xxxx 24 4 4 4 4 4 4 Elective(s) Architectural Drafting Concentration: DFTG 2110, DFTG 2300, DFTG 2400, DFTG 2500, DFTG 2600, DFTG 2020, DFTG 2030, DFTG 2040, DFTG 2120, ACCT 2145, CIST 1001. Total Hours 45 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, DFTG 1101, DFTG 1103, DFTG 1127, and MATH 1111 160 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Advanced CAD Technician Certificate Program AC51 Program Description The advanced CAD technician certificate trains the students to draw using 3D wire frames as well as solid models. A mechanical concentration is an option for students as well as architectural drawings. The students’ projects combine working drawings as well as 3D pictorials. Students must complete the drafter’s aide certificate and the CAD operator certificate before entering the advanced CAD technician certificate. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in drafting technology. Students must verify diploma level proficiency in math before program admission. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the drafting technology degree or diploma program. Employment Opportunities Production CAD operator, 3-D CAD operator CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Core Courses Foundations of Mathematics Algebraic Concepts OR College Algebra MATH 1012 MATH 1013 MATH 1111 3 3 3 (3) Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience CAD Fundamentals Multiview/Basic Dimensioning FYES 1000 DFTG 1101 DFTG 1103 10 2 4 4 Mechanical Drafting Concentration 3D Mechanical Modeling Advanced Dimensioning/Sectional Views Auxiliary Views/Surface Development Fasteners Assembly Drawings 8MD1 DFTG 1105 DFTG 1107 DFTG 1109 DFTG 1111 DFTG 1113 20 4 4 4 4 4 Architectural Drafting Concentration Architectural Fundamentals Architectural 3D Modeling Residential Drawing I Residential Drawing II Commercial Drawing I 8AD1 DFTG 1125 DFTG 1127 DFTG 1129 DFTG 1131 DFTG 1133 20 4 4 4 4 4 (Completion of ONE concentration is required for graduation) Total Hours 33 **Suggested First Semester classes: DFTG 1101, DFTG 1103, and MATH 1012 161 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES CAD Operator Certificate Program CP41 Program Description The CAD operator certificate continues the students’ training in CAD teaching and then progresses to more advanced commands. Students learn how to create and edit attributes and blocks as well as XREFS. Section drawings and auxiliary views are covered. Paper space drawing is covered in depth. Students must complete the drafter’s aide certificate before entering the CAD operator certificate. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in drafting technology. Students must verify diploma level proficiency in math before program admission. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the drafting technology degree or diploma program. Employment Opportunities Entry level 2-D CAD operator CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS DFTG 1101 DFTG 1103 8 4 4 Mechanical Drafting Concentration 3D Mechanical Modeling Advanced Dimensioning/Sectional Views Auxiliary Views/Surface Development 8M11 DFTG 1105 DFTG 1107 DFTG 1109 12 4 4 4 Architectural Drafting Concentration Architectural Fundamentals Architectural 3D Modeling Residential Drawing I 8A11 DFTG 1125 DFTG 1127 DFTG 1129 12 4 4 4 Essential Technical Courses CAD Fundamentals Multiview/Basic Dimensioning (Completion of ONE concentration is required for graduation) Total Hours **Suggested First Semester classes: DFTG 1101, and DFTG 1103 162 20 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Drafter’s Assistant Certificate Program DA31 Program Description This drafter’s assistant certificate prepares students for employment in entry level positions. The training in this certificate prepares the student to draw dimension orthographic drawings. The students learn board drawing techniques and then progress into basic 2D CAD drawing. Students must first complete this drafter’s assistant certificate before entering the CAD operator and advanced CAD operator certificate Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in drafting technology. Student must verify diploma level proficiency in math before program admission. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 1 Semester Minimum) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the drafting technology degree or diploma program. Employment Opportunities Tracer, blueline printer, editing CAD drawing CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience CAD Fundamentals Multiview/Basic Dimensioning NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 DFTG 1101 DFTG 1103 10 2 4 4 Total Hours 10 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, DFTG 1101, and DFTG 1103 Engineering Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree ET33 Program Description The engineering technology program is intended to provide the opportunity for students to explore a career in engineering at the professional level. Program graduates will receive an associate of applied science degree in engineering technology, qualifying them as engineering technicians with a specialization in electrical engineering technology. (Program Length: Approximately 5 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Engineering Technician, Engineering Assistant, Test Technician, Engineering Design Technician College Algebra (MATH 1111) is required unless exempted due to test results or transfer credit. 163 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER 16 Essential General Education Core Courses Area I – Language Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric CREDITS ENGL 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose one of the following) World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 3 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics Precalculus Calculus I MATH 1113 MATH 1131 3 4 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose one of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Literature and Composition Technical Communications Engineering Graphics Public Speaking Introductory Physics I & Lab Introductory Physics II & Lab Chemistry I & Lab Electrical Engineering Concentration Calculus II Introduction to Engineering Technology Circuit Analysis I Circuit Analysis II Digital Systems I Electronic Circuits I FYES 1000 ENGL 1102 ENGL 1105 DFTG 2010 SPCH 1101 PHYS 1111/L PHYS 1112/L CHEM 1211/L 27 2 3 3 4 3 3/1 3/1 3/1 8E13 MATH 1132 ENGT 1000 ECET 1101 ECET 2101 ECET 1110 ECET 2120 23 4 3 4 4 4 4 Total Hours 66 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, DFTG 2010, ENGT 1000, ENGL 1101, and MATH 1111 Welding and Joining Technology Diploma Program WAJ2 Program Description The welding and joining technology diploma is designed to prepare students for careers in the welding industry. Program learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes welding theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a 164 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES welding and joining technology diploma, have the qualifications of a welding and joining technician, and are prepared to take qualification tests. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Welder’s helper, shielded metal arc welder, TIG welder, MIG welder, Flux cored welder, combination welder Some courses in this program of study may be subject to a livework and/or supply reimbursement charge. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 EMPL 1000 8 3 3 2 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Introduction to Welding Technology Oxyfuel Cutting Blueprint Reading for Welding Technology Flat Shielded Metal Arc Welding Horizontal Shielded Metal Arc Welding Vertical Shielded Metal Arc Welding Overhead Shielded Metal Arc Welding Gas Metal Arc Welding Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Preparation for Industrial Qualification Program Elective(s) FYES 1000 WELD 1000 WELD 1010 WELD 1030 WELD 1040 WELD 1050 WELD 1060 WELD 1070 WELD 1090 WELD 1110 WELD 1120 WELD xxxx 41 2 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 3 3 Total Hours 49 Elective(s): WELD 1150, WELD 1151, WELD 1152, WELD 1153, WELD 1154, WELD 1156 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, WELD 1000, WELD 1010, WELD 1040, and MATH 1012 Flux Cored Arc Welder Certificate Program FC61 Program Description The flux cored arc welder certificate provides basic training required for the flux cored arc welder. This certificate includes courses in flux cored arc welding. Students receive instruction that emphasizes basic skills, safety, and quality workmanship. The program is ideal for the person who needs training in a basic welding operation in a brief time span. All courses apply to the diploma program in welding and joining technology. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 1 Semester Minimum) 165 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES The program emphasizes basic skills, safety, and quality workmanship. Employment Opportunities Welder’s helper, flux cored arc welder CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential Technical Courses Introduction to Welding Technology Oxyfuel Cutting Flux Cored Arc Welding WELD 1000 WELD 1010 WELD 1153 13 3 3 4 Choose ONE of the following Blueprint Reading for Welding Technology Flat Shielded Metal Arc Welding Gas Metal Arc Welding Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Plasma Cutting WELD WELD WELD WELD WELD 3 4 4 4 3 1030 1040 1090 1110 1154 Total Hours 13 **Suggested First Semester classes: WELD 1000, WELD 1010, WELD 1153, or WELD 1030, or WELD 1040, or WELD 1090, or WELD 1110, or WELD 1154 Gas Metal Arc Welder Certificate Program GM31 Program Description The gas metal arc welder certificate provides basic training required for the gas metal arc welder (MIG). This certificate includes courses in gas metal arc welding (MIG). Students receive instruction that emphasizes basic skills, safety, and quality workmanship. The program is ideal for the person who needs training in a basic welding operation in a brief time span. All courses apply to the diploma program in welding and joining technology. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 1 Semester Minimum) The program emphasizes basic skills, safety, and quality workmanship. Employment Opportunities Welder’s helper, MIG welder CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Introduction to Welding Technology Oxyfuel Cutting Gas Metal Arc Welding 166 NUMBER CREDITS WELD 1000 WELD 1010 WELD 1090 13 3 3 4 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION Choose ONE of the following Blueprint Reading for Welding Technology Flux Cored Arc Welding Plasma Cutting WELD 1030 WELD 1153 WELD 1154 Total Hours AND TRADES 3 4 3 13 **Suggested First Semester classes: WELD 1000, WELD 1010, WELD 1090, or WELD 1030, or WELD 1153, or WELD 1154 Gas Tungsten Arc Welder Certificate Program GTA1 Program Description The gas tungsten arc welder certificate provides basic training required for the gas tungsten arc welder (TIG). Students receive instruction that emphasizes basic skills, safety, and quality workmanship. The program is ideal for the person who needs training in a basic welding operation in a brief time span. Technical courses apply to the diploma program in welding and joining technology. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 1 Semester Minimum) The program emphasizes basic skills, safety, and quality workmanship. Employment Opportunities Welder’s helper, TIG welder CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential Technical Courses Introduction to Welding Technology Oxyfuel Cutting Gas Tungsten Arc Welding WELD 1000 WELD 1010 WELD 1110 13 3 3 4 Choose ONE of the following Blueprint Reading for Welding Technology Flux Cored Arc Welding Plasma Cutting Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding WELD WELD WELD WELD 3 4 3 3 Total Hours 1030 1153 1154 1150 13 **Suggested First Semester classes: WELD 1000, WELD 1010, WELD 1110, or WELD 1030, WELD 1153, WELD 1154, or WELD 1150 167 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welder Certificate Program OSM1 Program Description The overhead shielded metal arc welder certificate provides basic training required for the electric arc welder. Students receive instruction that emphasizes basic skills, safety, and quality workmanship. The program is ideal for the person who needs training in a basic welding operation in a brief time span. Technical courses apply to the diploma program in welding and joining technology. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) The program emphasizes basic skills, safety, and quality workmanship. Students must complete prerequisites for this program: WELD 1000, WELD 1010 and WELD 1040. Employment Opportunities Welder’s helper, shielded metal arc welder (stick or electric arc welder) CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Horizontal Shielded Metal Arc Welding Vertical Shielded Metal Arc Welding Overhead Shielded Metal Arc Welding NUMBER CREDITS WELD 1050 WELD 1060 WELD 1070 12 4 4 4 Total Hours **Suggested First Semester classes: WELD 1000, WELD 1010, and WELD 1040 168 12 AUTOMOTIVE, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES BUSINESS Accounting Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree AC13 Program Description The world of accounting provides the opportunity to work with financial information at many different levels. Accountants prepare financial statements, track production costs and profit figures, calculate payroll and taxes, and monitor accounts payable and receivable. Accountants also have the ability to choose the type of industry they work in and the kind of accounting they do. The associate of applied science degree program prepares students to begin successful careers in the accounting profession. The associate degree program includes accounting and related business courses and college-level general education courses. The program features both manual and computerized accounting systems. Students receive comprehensive training in preparation for a variety of employment situations. (Program Length: 5 Semesters) Employment Opportunities Accounting assistant, accounting clerk, audit clerk, bookkeeper, staff accountant, junior accountant CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 3 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 3 Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 3 169 BUSINESS Conceptual Physics & Lab Introductory Physics I & Lab Biology I & Lab Chemistry I & Lab Chemistry II & Lab College Trigonometry Precalculus Introduction to Statistics Calculus I Calculus II PHYS 1110/L PHYS 1111/L BIOL 1111/L CHEM 1211/L CHEM 1212/L MATH 1112 MATH 1113 MATH 1127 MATH 1131 MATH 1132 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Financial Accounting I Document Production Financial Accounting II Managerial Accounting Computerized Accounting Spreadsheet Applications Individual Tax Accounting Payroll Accounting Accounting Simulation Business Tax Accounting Integrated Accounting Management Systems Elective(s) Total Hours FYES 1000 ACCT 1100 BUSN 1440 ACCT 1105 ACCT 1110 ACCT 1115 ACCT 1120 ACCT 1125 ACCT 1130 ACCT 2110 ACCT 2120 ACCT 2130 XXXX xxxx 48 2 4 4 4 3 3 4 3 3 3 3 3 9 63 Elective(s): Any free elective for which the student has the prerequisites may be used to satisfy this requirement. Program Director suggested electives include: any ACCT, BAFN 1110, BAFN 2200, BUSN 1420, CIST 1001, MGMT 1100, MGMT 1125, MKTG 1130 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. **Suggested First Semester classes: ENGL 1101, FYES 1000, ACCT 1100, ACCT 1125 and a course from the General Education Class Area II 170 BUSINESS Accounting Diploma Program AC12 Program Description The accounting diploma program prepares students to begin successful careers in the accounting profession. The program includes accounting and related business courses and diploma-level general education courses. It features both manual and computerized accounting systems. Students receive comprehensive training in preparation for a variety of employment situations. (Program Length: 4 Semesters) Employment Opportunities Accounting assistant, accounting clerk, audit clerk, bookkeeper CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Core Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 8 3 3 Choose ONE of the Following Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development Basic Psychology EMPL 1000 PSYC 1010 2 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Financial Accounting I Document Production Financial Accounting II Computerized Accounting Spreadsheet Applications Individual Tax Accounting Payroll Accounting Managerial Accounting Business Tax Accounting FYES 1000 ACCT 1100 BUSN 1440 ACCT 1105 ACCT 1115 ACCT 1120 ACCT 1125 ACCT 1130 ACCT 1110 ACCT 2120 33 2 4 4 4 3 4 3 3 3 3 Total Hours 41 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. **Suggested First Semester classes: ENGL 1010, FYES 1000, ACCT 1100, and ACCT 1125 171 BUSINESS Computerized Accounting Specialist Certificate Program CAY1 Program Description The computerized accounting specialist certificate provides students with basic skills in computerized accounting. Topics include: principles of accounting, computerized accounting, spreadsheet fundamentals and basic computers. (Program Length: 2 Semesters) Employment Opportunities Accounting clerk, bookkeeper CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Financial Accounting I Financial Accounting II Computerized Accounting Spreadsheet Applications Elective(s) NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 ACCT 1100 ACCT 1105 ACCT 1115 ACCT 1120 XXXX xxxx 20 2 4 4 3 4 3 Total Hours 20 Elective(s): any ACCT, BAFN 1110, BAFN 2200, BUSN 1420, BUSN 1430, CIST 1001, MGMT 1100, MGMT 1125, MKTG 1130 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ACCT 1100, and a course from Elective(s) list Office Accounting Specialist Certificate Program OA31 Program Description The office accounting specialist certificate provides entry-level office accounting skills. Topics include: principles of accounting, computerized accounting and basic computer skills. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 2 Semesters) Employment Opportunities Accounting clerk, bookkeeper 172 BUSINESS CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Financial Accounting I Financial Accounting II Computerized Accounting NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 ACCT 1100 ACCT 1105 ACCT 1115 13 2 4 4 3 Total Hours 13 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, and ACCT 1100 Payroll Accounting Specialist Certificate Program PA61 Program Description The payroll accounting specialist technical certificate provides entry-level skills into payroll accounting. Topics include: principles of accounting, computerized accounting, principles of payroll accounting, mathematics and basic computer use. (Program Length: 2 Semesters) Employment Opportunities Accounting clerk, bookkeeper CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Financial Accounting I Financial Accounting II Computerized Accounting Payroll Accounting NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 ACCT 1100 ACCT 1105 ACCT 1115 ACCT 1130 16 2 4 4 3 3 Total Hours 16 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, and ACCT 1100 173 BUSINESS Tax Preparation Specialist Certificate Program TPS1 Program Description The tax preparation specialist technical certificate is designed to provide entry-level skills for tax preparers. Topics include: principles of accounting, tax accounting, business calculators, mathematics and basic computer skills. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 2 Semesters) Employment Opportunities Accounting clerk, bookkeeper CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Financial Accounting I Individual Tax Accounting Business Tax Accounting Elective(s) NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 ACCT 1100 ACCT 1125 ACCT 2120 ACCT xxxx 15 2 4 3 3 3 Total Hours 15 Elective(s): any ACCT, BAFN 1110, BAFN 2200 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ACCT 1100, and ACCT 1125 Business Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree BA23 Program Description The business technology program is designed to prepare graduates for employment in a variety of positions in today’s technology-driven workplaces. The business technology program provides learning opportunities, which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes the use of word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database applications software. Students are also introduced to accounting fundamentals, electronic communications, internet research, and electronic file management. The program includes instruction in effective communication skills and technology innovations for the office. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in the area of administrative technology. Graduates of the program receive a business technology, 174 BUSINESS associate of applied science degree and will have completed the general office assistant certificate and the Microsoft office applications professional certificate. (Program Length: 5 Semesters) Students who do not type at least 25 words per minute will be advised to take BUS 1100 their first semester. Employment Opportunities Administrative assistant, virtual administrative assistant, office administrator, executive assistant CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 3 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 3 Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 3 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L 3/1 Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L 3/1 Biology I & Lab BIOL 1111/L 3/1 Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L 3/1 Chemistry II & Lab CHEM 1212/L 3/1 College Trigonometry MATH 1112 3 Precalculus MATH 1113 3 Introduction to Statistics MATH 1127 3 Calculus I MATH 1131 3 Calculus II MATH 1132 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 175 BUSINESS General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Word Processing Applications Desktop Publishing and Presentation Applications Document Production Digital Technologies in Business Office Procedures Spreadsheet Concepts and Applications Database Applications Electronic Mail Applications Applied Office Procedures Business Document Proofreading and Editing Principles of Management Financial Accounting I OR Office Accounting Elective(s) FYES 1000 BUSN 1400 BUSN 1430 BUSN 1440 BUSN 1190 BUSN 1240 BUSN 1410 BUSN 1420 BUSN 2160 BUSN 2210 BUSN 2190 MGMT 1100 ACCT 1100 BUSN 2200 BUSN xxxx Total Hours 48 2 4 4 4 2 3 4 4 2 3 3 3 4 (4) 6 63 Elective(s): any BUSN course not required for program completion. Recommended electives: BUSN 1100, BUSN 1250, BUSN 1300, BUSN 2170, and/or BUSN 2180. Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, one course from General Education Area II and one course from General Education Area III. Business Technology Diploma Program BA22 Program Description The business technology diploma prepares students for employment in a variety of positions in today’s technology-driven work places. The program includes courses in office technology and diploma-level general education courses. Students receive comprehensive training in preparation for a variety of employment situations. Graduates of the business administrative assistant concentration will have completed the diploma, general office assistant certificate and the Microsoft office applications professional certificate. Graduates of the medical administrative assistant concentration will have completed the diploma, the medical office assistant certificate and the medical billing clerk certificate. (Program Length: 4 Semesters) Students who do not type at least 25 words per minute will be advised to take BUSN 1100 their first semester. 176 BUSINESS Employment Opportunities Graduates will find opportunities in business or medical offices as an administrative assistant, virtual administrative assistant, office administrator, executive assistant, medical billing assistant, medical insurance coder, receptionist and/or front office assistant depending on their concentration CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential General Education Core Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Choose ONE of the Following Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development OR Basic Psychology Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Word Processing Applications Document Production Business Document Proofreading and Editing Financial Accounting I OR Office Accounting NUMBER CREDITS ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 8 3 3 EMPL 1000 PSYC 1010 2 (3) FYES 1000 BUSN 1400 BUSN 1440 BUSN 2190 ACCT 1100 BUSN 2200 17 2 4 4 3 4 (4) (Completion of ONE of the following concentrations is required for graduation.) Business Administrative Assistant Concentration Digital Technologies in Business Office Procedures Spreadsheet Concepts and Applications Desktop Publishing and Presentation Applications Electronic Mail Applications Applied Office Procedures Elective(s) 8BA2 BUSN 1190 BUSN 1240 BUSN 1410 BUSN 1430 BUSN 2160 BUSN 2210 BUSN xxxx 24 2 3 4 4 2 3 6 Elective(s): any BUSN course not required for program completion. Recommended electives: BUSN 1100, BUSN 1250, BUSN 1300, BUSN 1420, BUSN 2170, BUSN 1180 and/or BUSN 2180. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MATH 1012, ENGL 1010, EMPL 1000 Medical Administrative Assistant Concentration 8M12 Human Pathological Conditions in the Medical Office MAST 1120 Medical Administrative Procedures BUSN 2340 Medical Office Billing/Coding/Insurance BUSN 2370 Elective(s) BUSN xxxx Choose ONE of the following Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology ALHS 1010 Structure & Function of the Human Body ALHS 1011 Anatomy & Terminology for the Medical Administrative Assistant BUSN 2310 Choose ONE of the following Medical Terminology Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences Total Hours BUSN 2300 ALHS 1090 24 3 4 3 9 5 5 3 2 2 49 177 BUSINESS Elective(s): any BUSN course not required for program completion. Recommended electives: BUSN 1100, BUSN 1190, BUSN 1240, BUSN 1250, BUSN 1300, BUSN 1410, BUSN 1420, BUSN 1430, BUSN 2160, 2170, BUSN 1180 and/or BUSN 2180. Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MATH 1012, ENGL 1010, EMPL 1000 and BUSN 2300 Administrative Support Assistant Certificate Program AS21 Program Description This certificate program prepares students for entry-level positions in office administration. Courses will cover word processing, keyboarding, and office procedures. Students wanting to work in medical or health offices are advised to take ALHS 1090 for their elective. All other students are advised to take any BUSN course for their elective. Courses in this certificate apply to the business technology degree and/or diploma programs. (Program Length: 2 Semesters) Students who do not type at least 25 words per minute will be advised to take BUSN 1100 their first semester. Employment Opportunities Office assistant, receptionist, virtual administrative assistant, typist CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Office Procedures Word Processing Applications Document Production Elective(s) Total Hours NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 BUSN 1240 BUSN 1400 BUSN 1440 BUSN xxxx 19 2 3 4 4 6 19 Elective(s): any BUSN course not in this certificate program, ALHS 1090. Recommended electives: BUSN 1100, BUSN 2200, BUSN 1190, BUSN 1250, BUSN 1300, BUSN 1410, BUSN 1420, BUSN 1430, BUSN 2160, BUSN 2170, and/or BUSN 2180. Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, and 6 credit hours of BUSN Elective(s) 178 BUSINESS Medical Billing Clerk Certificate Program MB21 Program Description The medical billing clerk certificate provides instruction in medical insurance and medical billing for reimbursement purposes. Courses in this certificate apply to the business technology degree and/or diploma programs. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Students who do not type at least 25 words per minute will be advised to take BUSN 1100 their first semester. Employment Opportunities Medical office assistant, receptionist, virtual administrative assistant, medical billing assistant, medical insurance coder CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience FYES 1000 Document Production BUSN 1440 Medical Office Billing/Coding/Insurance BUSN 2370 Elective(s) BUSN xxxx Choose ONE of the following Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology ALHS 1010 Structure & Function of the Human Body ALHS 1011 Anatomy & Terminology for the Medical Administrative Assistant BUSN 2310 Choose ONE of the following Medical Terminology Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences BUSN 2300 ALHS 1090 Total Hours CREDITS 20 2 4 3 5 4 5 3 2 2 20 Elective(s): any BUSN course not required for program completion. Recommended electives: BUSN 1100, BUSN 1250, BUSN 1240, BUSN 1300, BUSN 1410, BUSN 1430, BUSN 2160, BUSN 2190 and/or BUSN 2180. Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ALHS 1090 and ALHS 1011 179 BUSINESS Medical Front Office Assistant Certificate Program MF21 Program Description The medical front office assistant certificate is designed to provide the educational opportunities to individuals that will enable them to obtain the knowledge and skills necessary to secure an entry level position as a receptionist in a physician’s office, hospital, clinic, or other related areas. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in office technology. Courses in this certificate apply to the business technology degree and/or diploma programs. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Students who do not type at least 25 words per minute will be advised to take BUSN1100 their first semester. Employment Opportunities Medical office assistant, medical front office assistant, medical receptionist, virtual administrative assistant, typist CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Core Courses Fundamentals of English I ENGL 1010 3 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Document Production Medical Administrative Procedures Elective(s) FYES 1000 BUSN 1440 BUSN 2340 BUSN xxxx 2 4 4 6 Choose ONE of the following Medical Terminology Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences BUSN 2300 ALHS 1090 2 2 Total Hours 21 Elective(s): any BUSN course not required for this certificate program. Recommended electives: BUSN 1100, BUSN 1250, BUSN 1240, BUSN 1300, BUSN 1410, BUSN 1420, BUSN 1430, BUSN 2160, BUSN 2190 and/or BUSN 2180. Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ALHS 1090, ENGL 1010 and ALHS 1011 180 BUSINESS Microsoft Office Application Professional Certificate Program MF41 Program Description The Microsoft office application professional certificate provides students with the knowledge and skills in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation applications. The hands-on instruction covers skills that are beneficial in any situation where computers are used. This certificate can extend and update current skills or provide skills to start a variety of careers. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in business technology. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Microsoft Office Specialist, software applications, applications help desk assistant, virtual assistant CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Word Processing Applications Spreadsheet Concepts and Applications Database Applications Desktop Publishing and Presentation Applications Elective(s) NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 BUSN 1400 BUSN 1410 BUSN 1420 BUSN 1430 BUSN xxxx 21 2 4 4 4 4 3 Total Hours 21 Elective(s): any BUSN not required in this certificate program completion. Recommended electives: BUSN 1100, BUSN 2200, BUSN 1190, BUSN 1240, BUSN 1250, BUSN 1300, BUSN 1420, BUSN 1440, BUSN 2160, BUSN 2170, and/or BUSN 2180 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000 and 3 credit hour BUSN elective Technical Specialist Certificate Program TC31 Program Description This certificate will include an introduction to the kinds of writing and speaking skills people need in any technically oriented job. No matter what sort of professional work is involved, it is likely to have a large amount of communication that is technical in nature. This program of study can be valuable for any projects worked on, for any organizations worked in, and for any career field. This is a degreelevel certificate. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) This certificate is not eligible for federal financial aid funding. Federal financial aid includes Pell, SEOG, student loans, and work-study funding. Technical Specialist students should submit a new FAFSA each year if they qualify and would like to apply for state funded financial aid programs. 181 BUSINESS CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER 18 Essential General Education Core Courses Area I – Language Arts/Humanities/Fine Arts Composition and Rhetoric Choose TWO of the following Art Appreciation Music Appreciation Introduction to Humanities Literature and Composition American Literature Public Speaking CREDITS ENGL 1101 3 ARTS 1101 MUSC 1101 HUMN1101 ENGL 1102 ENGL 2130 SPCH 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Science (Choose TWO of the following) Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 Human Development PSYC 2103 Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology American Government POLS 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U.S. History I HIST 2111 U.S. History II HIST 2112 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Choose ONE of the following) Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 Math Modeling MATH 1101 College Algebra MATH 1111 College Trigonometry MATH 1112 Precalculus MATH 1113 Introduction to Statistics MATH 1127 Calculus I MATH 1131 Calculus II MATH 1132 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L Biology I & Lab BIOL 1111/L Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L Chemistry II & Lab CHEM 1212/L 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 General Education Core Courses: Choose an additional 6 semester credit hours from Area I, Area II, or Area III General Education Core XXXX xxxx 6 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Occupational Electives Total Hours 182 FYES 1000 XXXX xxxx 2 9 35 BUSINESS Electives: Students must complete one of the following 3 course sequences: Accounting Course Option: ACCT 1100, ACCT 1105, and ACCT 1115 Early Childhood Course Option: ECCE 1101, ECCE 1103, and ECCE 1105 Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Option: HRTM 1150, HRTM 1201, and HRTM 1210 Marketing Option: MKTG 1100, MKTG 1160, and MKTG 1190. **Suggested First Semester classes: ENGL 1101, FYES 1000 and a course from General Education Area II and a course from General Education Area III Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. Business Management: General Management, Human Resource Management, Logistics and Operations Management Associate of Applied Science Degree MD13 Program Description The business management degree prepares students currently in management and students anticipating career changes into management for advanced positions in a variety of business and industries. The business management program includes management and accounting courses and college-level general education courses. Graduates of the program receive a degree in business management with a concentration in general management, human resource management, Logistics, or operations management. (Program Length: 4 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Management positions in business and industry CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Introduction to Sociology World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 183 BUSINESS Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 3 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 3 Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 3 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L 3/1 Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L 3/1 Biology I & Lab BIOL 1111/L 3/1 Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L 3/1 Chemistry II & Lab CHEM 1212/L 3/1 College Trigonometry MATH 1112 3 Precalculus MATH 1113 3 Introduction to Statistics MATH 1127 3 Calculus I MATH 1131 3 Calculus II MATH 1132 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. If you choose a course from Area II, exclude Economics. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Financial Accounting I Employment Rules & Regulations Principles of Management Organizational Behavior Introduction to Business Leadership Business Ethics Human Resource Management Performance Management Team Project Principles of Economics OR Principles of Macroeconomics OR Principles of Microeconomics FYES 1000 ACCT 1100 MGMT 1110 MGMT 1100 MGMT 1105 MGMT 1120 MGMT 1115 MGMT 1125 MGMT 2115 MGMT 2125 MGMT 2215 ECON 1101 ECON 2105 ECON 2106 36 2 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 (3) (3) (Completion of ONE of the following concentrations is required for graduation.) General Management Quality Management Principles Labor Management Relations Production Operations Management Elective(s) 81G3 MGMT 2155 MGMT 2120 MGMT 2200 XXXX xxxx 12 3 3 3 3 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MGMT 1100, MGMT 2125, MGMT 2130 and MGMT 1115 184 BUSINESS Human Resource Management Labor Management Relations Employee Training and Development Project Management Elective(s) 82H3 MGMT 2120 MGMT 2130 MGMT 2210 XXXX xxxx 12 3 3 3 3 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MGMT 1100, MGMT 2125, MGMT 2130 and MGMT 1115 Logistics Business Logistics Purchasing Materials Management Product Lifecycle Management 86L3 LOGI 1000 LOGI 1010 LOGI 1020 LOGI 1030 12 3 3 3 3 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MGMT 1100, MGMT 1115, LOGI 1000, and LOGI 1010 Operations Management Employee Training and Development Production Operations Management Project Management Elective(s) 83P3 MGMT 2130 MGMT 2200 MGMT 2210 XXXX xxxx 12 3 3 3 3 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MGMT 1100, MGMT 2125, MGMT 2130 and MGMT 1115 Total Hours 63 Elective(s): any MGMT, MKTG courses and/or ACCT 1105, ACCT1115, ACCT 1130, CIST 1001, or BUSN1240 course. Business Management Diploma Program MD12 Program Description The business management diploma prepares students currently in management and students anticipating career changes into management for advanced positions in a variety of business and industries. The program includes management and accounting courses and diploma-level general education courses. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Management positions in business and industry 185 BUSINESS CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Choose ONE of the Following Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development OR Basic Psychology Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Financial Accounting I Employment Rules & Regulations Principles of Management Organizational Behavior Leadership Introduction to Business Business Ethics Human Resource Management Performance Management Team Project Elective(s) NUMBER CREDITS ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 8 3 3 EMPL 1000 PSYC 1010 2 (3) FYES 1000 ACCT 1100 MGMT 1110 MGMT 1100 MGMT 1105 MGMT 1115 MGMT 1120 MGMT 1125 MGMT 2115 MGMT 2125 MGMT 2215 XXXX xxxx 38 2 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 Total Hours 46 Elective(s): any MGMT **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MGMT 1100, MGMT 1125, MGMT 2125, MGMT 2130, and MGMT 2155 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. Human Resource Management Specialist Certificate Program HRM1 Program Description The human resource management specialist certificate program provides courses which deal with the philosophy, policies, procedures, and practices relating to the management of people within an organization, including personnel planning, work design, staffing, training, performance appraisal, compensation, and employee protection. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in business management and the degree program in management and supervisory development technical specialist. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Human resource management specialist in business and industry 186 BUSINESS CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential Technical Courses Organizational Behavior Human Resource Management Performance Management Employee Training and Development Elective(s) MGMT 1105 MGMT 2115 MGMT 2125 MGMT 2130 XXXX xxxx 18 3 3 3 3 3 Choose ONE of the following Employment Rules & Regulations Labor Management Relations MGMT 1110 MGMT 2120 3 3 Total Hours 18 Elective(s): MGMT 1100, MGMT 1110, MGMT 1125 and/or MGMT 2155. **Suggested First Semester classes: MGMT 1100, MGMT 2125, and MGMT 2130 Logistics Management Specialist Certificate Program LM21 Program Description The Logistics TCC program is a sequence of courses that are designed to prepare students for employment in the field of business logistics. The program focuses on specific occupational courses in the area of logistics which are designed to provide an overview of the process from product idea conception to the delivery of the product to the consumer. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Employment from this program will be initially entry level logistics positions such as dispatcher, warehouse clerk or logistics technician. Once the graduate gains experience, expected positions could include logistics analyst. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Business Logistics Purchasing Materials Management Product Lifecycle Management Principles of Management OR Production Operations Management NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 LOGI 1000 LOGI 1010 LOGI 1020 LOGI 1030 MGMT 1100 MGMT 2200 17 2 3 3 3 3 3 (3) Total Hours 17 **Suggested First Semester classes: LOGI 1000, LOGI 1010, and MGMT 1100 187 BUSINESS Management and Leadership Specialist Certificate Program MAL1 Program Description The management specialist certificate provides courses which prepare students for leadership positions. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in business management and the degree program in management and supervisory development technical specialist. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Management positions in business and industry CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Principles of Management Leadership Performance Management Employee Training and Development FYES 1000 MGMT 1100 MGMT 1115 MGMT 2125 MGMT 2130 17 2 3 3 3 3 Choose ONE of the following Employment Rules & Regulations Labor Management Relations MGMT 1110 MGMT 2120 3 3 Total Hours 17 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MGMT 1100, MGMT 2125, and MGMT 2130 Culinary Arts Associate of Applied Science Degree CA43 Program Description The culinary arts degree prepares students for employment in the culinary field. The program emphasizes technical and theoretical knowledge combined with the practical applications of cooking, baking, serving, and management skills. The associate of applied science degree program includes culinary arts courses and college-level general education courses. The program also helps prepare students for the National Restaurant Association SERVSAFE Certification. This program is only offered full-time, during the day. (Program Length: 4- 5 Semesters Minimum) The Gwinnett Technical College Culinary Arts program is accredited by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACFEF). 188 BUSINESS American Culinary Federation Education Foundation 180 Center Place Way St. Augustine, Florida 32095 (904) 824-4468 acf@acfchefs.net Note: Technical courses in this program may be subject to a livework/supply reimbursement charge. Students are also required to purchase Chef’s uniform, dining room uniform, textbooks and tools to include knives. Students should be able to lift 40 lbs, stand for extended periods of time and withstand temperature changes. Employment Opportunities Entry-level management positions, kitchen manager, sous chef CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 3 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 3 Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 3 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L 3/1 Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L 3/1 Biology I & Lab BIOL 1111/L 3/1 Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L 3/1 Chemistry II & Lab CHEM 1212/L 3/1 College Trigonometry MATH 1112 3 Precalculus MATH 1113 3 Introduction to Statistics MATH 1127 3 Calculus I MATH 1131 3 Calculus II MATH 1132 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) 189 BUSINESS Art Appreciation American Literature Introduction to Humanities Music Appreciation ARTS 1101 ENGL 2130 HUMN1101 MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Fundamentals of Culinary Arts Culinary Safety and Sanitation Principles of Cooking Baking Principles Garde Manger Fundamentals of Restaurant Operations Culinary Nutrition and Menu Development Contemporary Cuisine Culinary Practicum and Leadership Principles of Culinary Leadership OR Leadership Culinary/Hospitality Related Elective(s) Total Hours FYES 1000 CUUL 1000 CUUL 1110 CUUL 1120 CUUL 1220 CUUL 1320 CUUL 1129 CUUL 1370 CUUL 2160 CUUL 2130 CUUL 2190 MGMT 1115 XXXX xxxx 49 2 4 2 6 5 4 4 3 4 6 3 (3) 6 64 Elective(s): any HRTM, CUUL 2250 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, CUUL 1000, CUUL 1110, CUUL 1120, and MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 Culinary Arts Diploma Program CA44 Program Description The culinary arts diploma prepares students for employment in the culinary field. The program emphasizes technical and theoretical knowledge combined with the practical applications of cooking, baking, serving, and management skills. The diploma program includes culinary arts courses and diploma-level general education courses. The program also helps prepare students for the National Restaurant Association SERVSAFE Certification. Technical courses apply to the degree program in culinary. Student must attend full-time day to complete this program. (Program Length: 4 -5 Semesters Minimum) The Gwinnett Technical College Culinary Arts program is accredited by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACFEF). American Culinary Federation Education Foundation 180 Center Place Way St. Augustine, Florida 32095 190 BUSINESS (904) 824-4468 acf@acfchefs.net Note: Technical courses in this program may be subject to a livework/supply reimbursement charge. Students are also required to purchase Chef’s uniform, dining room uniform, textbooks and tools to include knives. Students should be able to lift 40 lbs, stand for extended periods of time and withstand temperature changes. Employment Opportunities Entry-level culinary positions CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development NUMBER CREDITS ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 EMPL 1000 8 3 3 2 191 BUSINESS Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Fundamentals of Culinary Arts Culinary Safety and Sanitation Principles of Cooking Baking Principles Garde Manger Fundamentals of Restaurant Operations Culinary Nutrition and Menu Development Culinary Practicum and Leadership OR Advanced Baking & International Cuisine Contemporary Cuisine Principles of Culinary Leadership OR Leadership FYES 1000 CUUL 1000 CUUL 1110 CUUL 1120 CUUL 1220 CUUL 1320 CUUL 1129 CUUL 1370 CUUL 2130 CUUL 2140 CUUL 2160 CUUL 2190 MGMT 1115 Total Hours 43 2 4 2 6 5 4 4 3 6 (6) 4 3 (3) 51 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, CUUL 1000, CUUL 1110, CUUL 1120, and MATH 1012 Prep Cook Certificate Program PC51 Program Description The prep cook certificate program provides students with entry-level training in the basics of culinary skills. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in culinary arts. The program also helps prepare students for the National Restaurant Association SERVSAFE Certification. (Program Length: 1-2 Semester Minimum) Note: Technical courses in this program may be subject to a livework/supply reimbursement charge. Students are also required to purchase Chef’s uniform, dining room uniform, textbooks and tools to include knives. Students should be able to lift 40 lbs, stand for extended periods of time and with stand temperature changes. MATH 1012, Foundation of Mathematics is a pre/corequisite to CUUL 1000, Fundamentals of Culinary Arts and should be completed before or at the same time as CUUL 1000. Employment Opportunities Food prep positions CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Fundamentals of Culinary Arts Culinary Safety and Sanitation Principles of Cooking NUMBER CREDITS CUUL 1000 CUUL 1110 CUUL 1120 12 4 2 6 Total Hours 12 **Suggested First Semester classes: CUUL 1000, CUUL 1110, and CUUL 1120 192 BUSINESS Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management Associate of Applied Science Degree HM13 Program Description The hotel, restaurant, and tourism management degree prepares students to begin successful careers in the hospitality industry. The hospitality industry is the number one industry in the Atlanta metro area and the number two industry in Georgia. Numerous career opportunities are available in food and beverage management, hotel management, or tourism management. The program also helps students with customer service and management skills, key ingredients in obtaining any business related job. The associate degree program includes courses in hotel/restaurant/tourism management and college-level general education courses. (Program Length: 6 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Business Manager, hotel manager, reservations manager, catering manager, restaurant manager, country club manager, food and beverage manager, convention sales manager, front office manager, sales manager, purchasing director, travel agency manager, and flight attendant CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 Math Modeling MATH 1101 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L Biology I & Lab BIOL 1111/L Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 193 BUSINESS Chemistry II & Lab College Trigonometry Precalculus Introduction to Statistics Calculus I Calculus II CHEM 1212/L MATH 1112 MATH 1113 MATH 1127 MATH 1131 MATH 1132 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3/1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Introduction to Hotel, Restaurant, Tourism Management Travel Industry and Travel Geography Hotel Operations Management Event Planning Food and Beverage Management Hospitality Marketing Hospitality Law Travel, Tour & Cruise Management Supervision and Leadership in the Hospitality Industry Internship Elective(s) FYES 1000 HRTM 1100 HRTM 1110 HRTM 1140 HRTM 1150 HRTM 1160 HRTM 1201 HRTM 1210 HRTM 1120 HRTM 1220 HRTM 1230 XXXX xxxx Total Hours 47 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 15 62 Elective(s): HRTM 1130, ACCT 1100, ACCT 2145, CUUL 1110, EMSP 1010, HORT 1720, MKTG 2500, MKTG 2550, MKTG 2210, and MGMT 2115. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, HRTM 1100, HRTM 1220, HRTM 1140, HRTM 1160 Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management Diploma Program HM12 Program Description The hotel, restaurant, and tourism management diploma prepares students to begin successful careers in the hospitality industry. The program includes courses in hotel/restaurant/tourism management and diploma-level general education courses. Technical courses apply to the degree program in hotel, restaurant, and tourism management. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) 194 BUSINESS Employment Opportunities Hotel manager, reservations manager, catering manager, restaurant manager, food and beverage manager, convention sales manager, front office manager, sales manager, purchasing director, travel agency manager, and flight attendant CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 EMPL 1000 8 3 3 2 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Introduction to Hotel, Restaurant, Tourism Management Travel Industry and Travel Geography Tour & Cruise Management Hotel Operations Management Event Planning Food and Beverage Management Hospitality Marketing Hospitality Law Supervision and Leadership in the Hospitality Industry Internship Elective(s) FYES 1000 HRTM 1100 HRTM 1110 HRTM 1120 HRTM 1140 HRTM 1150 HRTM 1160 HRTM 1201 HRTM 1210 HRTM 1220 HRTM 1230 XXXX xxxx 38 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 Total Hours 46 Elective(s): HRTM 1130, ACCT 1100, ACCT 2145, CUUL 1110, EMSP 1010, HORT 1720, MKTG 2500, MKTG 2550, MKTG 2210, and MGMT 2115. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, HRTM 1100, HRTM 1220, HRTM 1140, HRTM 1160 Event Coordinator Certificate Program SES1 Program Description The event coordinator certificate prepares students to do meeting and event planning for hotels, convention centers, retirement communities, recreation departments, corporations, professional associations, non-profit organizations, or other entities that do business with the travel and tourism industry. Topics include budgeting, timing, location, catering, contract negotiations, marketing, staffing, protocol and etiquette, security, legal and ethical issues, and accommodating clients with special needs. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in hotel, restaurant, and tourism management. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 1 Semester Minimum) 195 BUSINESS Employment Opportunities Meeting planners, catering managers, conference service coordinators, hotel sales managers, special event planners, etc. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Event Planning Hospitality Marketing Hospitality Law NUMBER CREDITS HRTM 1150 HRTM 1201 HRTM 1210 9 3 3 3 Total Hours 9 **Suggested First Semester classes: HRTM 1150, HRTM 1201, and HRTM 1210 Food and Beverage Director Certificate Program FAB1 Program Description The food and beverage director certificate provides training for managers, supervisors, employees, and students who are working for or planning to work for food service operations. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in hotel/restaurant/tourism management. (Program Length: 2 Semester Minimum) Employment Opportunities Manager/supervisor in the food and beverage industry CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Fundamentals of Culinary Arts Culinary Safety and Sanitation Introduction to Hotel, Restaurant, & Tourism Management Food and Beverage Management Supervision and Leadership in the Hospitality Industry NUMBER CREDITS CUUL 1000 CUUL 1110 HRTM 1100 HRTM 1160 HRTM 1220 15 4 2 3 3 3 Total Hours **Suggested First Semester classes: CUUL 1000, CUUL 1110, and HRTM 1160 196 15 BUSINESS Hotel Management Specialist Certificate Program HM21 Program Description The hotel management specialist certificate provides training for managers, supervisors, employees, and students who are working for or planning to work for a limited-service hotel. The hotel management specialist technical certificate of credit prepares students for entry-level employment in the field of Hotel Management. Topics include: employee training, convention and meeting-planning techniques marketing engineering aspects of the hospitality industry, hospitality law, management techniques, and leadership, and decision-making skills. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 2 Semester Minimum) Employment Opportunities Front office manager, sales manager, executive housekeeper, accounting manager and general manager CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential Technical Courses Hotel Operations Management Event Planning Hospitality Marketing Hospitality Law Supervision and Leadership in the Hospitality Industry HRTM HRTM HRTM HRTM HRTM CREDITS 1140 1150 1201 1210 1220 Total Hours 15 3 3 3 3 3 15 **Suggested First Semester classes: HRTM 1140, HRTM 1150, and HRTM 1220 Travel Agency Operations Certificate Program TAO1 Program Description The travel agency operations certificate provides basic training for students who are interested in working in the travel and tourism industry. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in hotel/restaurant/tourism management. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 1 Semester Minimum) Employment Opportunities Travel agent, tour manager, tour escort, flight attendant, gate attendant, and ticket agent 197 BUSINESS CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Core Courses Fundamentals of English I ENGL 1010 3 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Travel Industry and Travel Geography Tour and Cruise Management Hospitality Marketing FYES 1000 HRTM 1110 HRTM 1120 HRTM 1201 11 2 3 3 3 Total Hours 14 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, HRTM 1120, and HRTM 1110 Marketing Management: Entrepreneurship, Professional Selling, Social Media, and Sports Marketing Associate of Applied Science Degree MM13 Program Description The marketing degree prepares students for careers in the business and marketing fields, which would include marketing and sales, retail and wholesale management, entrepreneurship, small business management, and sports marketing. The associate of applied science degree includes marketing, management, accounting, computer, and college-level general education courses. Graduates of the program receive a degree in marketing management with a concentration in one of the following areas: marketing management, entrepreneurship, professional selling, social media and sports marketing. (Program Length: 4 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Business management, marketing management, store manager, buyer, merchandise manager, department manager, sales representative, customer service manager, visual merchandising manager, insurance sales, entrepreneur, sports management and marketing, and real estate sales CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential General Education Core Courses NUMBER CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 198 BUSINESS Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 3 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 3 Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 3 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L 3/1 Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L 3/1 Biology I & Lab BIOL 1111/L 3/1 Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L 3/1 Chemistry II & Lab CHEM 1212/L 3/1 College Trigonometry MATH 1112 3 Precalculus MATH 1113 3 Introduction to Statistics MATH 1127 3 Calculus I MATH 1131 3 Calculus II MATH 1132 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Financial Accounting I Digital Publishing and Design Principles of Marketing Integrated Marketing Communications Marketing Research Professional Selling Business Regulations and Compliance Advanced Selling OR Principles of Management Marketing Management Global Marketing FYES 1000 ACCT 1100 MKTG 2030 MKTG 1100 MKTG 1190 MKTG 2090 MKTG 1160 MKTG 1130 MKTG 2160 MGMT 1100 MKTG 2300 MKTG 2000 33 2 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 (3) 3 3 (Completion of ONE of the following concentrations is required for graduation.) 199 BUSINESS Marketing Management Concentration Consumer Behavior Marketing Channels Services Marketing OR Buying and Merchandising Principles of Sports Marketing 8MM3 MKTG 1370 MKTG 2060 MKTG 1210 MKTG 2070 MKTG 2180 12 3 3 3 (3) 3 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MKTG 1100, MKTG 1130, MKTG 1160, and ENGL 1101 Entrepreneurship Concentration Entrepreneurship Small Business Management Services Marketing OR Buying and Merchandising 8EN3 MKTG 2210 MKTG 2010 MKTG 1210 MKTG 2070 12 6 3 3 (3) **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MKTG 1100, MKTG 1130, MKTG 1160, and ENGL 1101 Professional Selling Concentration Marketing Channels Consumer Behavior Services Marketing Principles of Sports Marketing 8P23 MKTG 2060 MKTG 1370 MKTG 1210 MKTG 2180 12 3 3 3 3 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MKTG 1100, MKTG 1130, MKTG 1160, and ENGL 1101 Social Media Marketing Concentration Exploring Social Media Analyzing Social Media Consumer Behavior Principles of Sports Marketing 8S23 MKTG 2500 MKTG 2550 MKTG 1370 MKTG 2180 12 3 3 3 3 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MKTG 1100, MKTG 1130, MKTG 1160, and ENGL 1101 Sports Marketing Concentration Introduction to Sports and Recreation Management Regulation and Compliance in Sports Principles of Sports Marketing Sports Management 8SM3 MKTG 1280 MKTG 2080 MKTG 2180 MKTG 2280 12 3 3 3 3 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MKTG 1100, MKTG 1130, MKTG 1160, and ENGL 1101 Total Hours 200 60 BUSINESS Marketing Management: Entrepreneurship, Professional Selling, Social Media, and Sports Marketing Diploma Program MM12 Program Description The marketing diploma includes courses in marketing, management, accounting, computers, and diploma-level general education courses. Graduates of the program receive a diploma in marketing, with a concentration in marketing management, entrepreneurship, professional selling, social media or sports marketing. (Program Length: 4 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Marketing administration assistant, sports management and marketing, entrepreneur, department manager, or sales associate CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential General Education Core Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Choose ONE of the Following Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development OR Basic Psychology Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Digital Publishing and Design Principles of Marketing Integrated Marketing Communications Marketing Research Professional Selling Business Regulations and Compliance Marketing Management NUMBER CREDITS ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 8 3 3 EMPL 1000 PSYC 1010 2 (3) FYES 1000 MKTG 2030 MKTG 1100 MKTG 1190 MKTG 2090 MKTG 1160 MKTG 1130 MKTG 2300 23 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 (Completion of ONE of the following concentrations is required for graduation.) Marketing Management Concentration Consumer Behavior Marketing Channels Services Marketing OR Buying and Merchandising Principles of Sports Marketing 8MM2 MKTG 1370 MKTG 2060 MKTG 1210 MKTG 2070 MKTG 2180 12 3 3 3 (3) 3 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MKTG 1100, MKTG 1130, MKTG 1160, and EMPL 1000 Entrepreneurship Concentration Entrepreneurship 8EN2 MKTG 2210 12 6 201 BUSINESS Small Business Management Services Marketing OR Buying and Merchandising MKTG 2010 MKTG 1210 MKTG 2070 3 3 (3) **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MKTG 1100, MKTG 1130, MKTG 1160, EMPL 1000, and EMPL 1000 Professional Selling Concentration Marketing Channels Consumer Behavior Services Marketing Advanced Selling 8P12 MKTG 2060 MKTG 1370 MKTG 1210 MKTG 2160 12 3 3 3 3 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MKTG 1100, MKTG 1130, MKTG 1160, and EMPL 1000 Social Media Marketing Concentration Exploring Social Media Analyzing Social Media Consumer Behavior Principles of Sports Marketing 8S12 MKTG 2500 MKTG 2550 MKTG 1370 MKTG 2180 12 3 3 3 3 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MKTG 1100, MKTG 1130, MKTG 1160, and EMPL 1000 Sports Marketing Concentration Introduction to Sports and Recreation Management Regulation and Compliance in Sports Principles of Sports Marketing Sports Management 8SM2 MKTG 1280 MKTG 2080 MKTG 2180 MKTG 2280 12 3 3 3 3 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MKTG 1100, MKTG 1130, MKTG 1160, and EMPL 1000 Total Hours 43 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. 202 BUSINESS Entrepreneurship Certificate Program EN11 Program Description The entrepreneurship certificate will provide the opportunity for students to assess their entrepreneurial traits and obtain the skills needed to write a comprehensive business plan. Students will have an opportunity to obtain knowledge in financing, federal and state laws, and the steps in organizing a successful business. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in marketing management. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Small business owner CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Business Regulations and Compliance Entrepreneurship Small Business Management NUMBER CREDITS MKTG 1130 MKTG 2210 MKTG 2010 12 3 6 3 Total Hours 12 **Suggested First Semester classes: MKTG 1100 and MKTG 1130 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. Marketing Specialist Certificate Program MS21 Program Description The marketing specialist certificate provides students with the opportunity to learn or improve selling skills. Students learn selling and promotional techniques in both the consumer and business markets. The certificate prepares graduates to be competitive in the sales field. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in marketing management. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Sales representative, retail sales, marketing assistant 203 BUSINESS CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Principles of Marketing Professional Selling Integrated Marketing Communications NUMBER CREDITS MKTG 1100 MKTG 1160 MKTG 1190 9 3 3 3 Total Hours 9 **Suggested First Semester classes: MKTG 1100 and MKTG 1160 Small Business Marketing Manager Certificate Program SB51 Program Description The small business marketing manager certificate provides courses in the operation and management of small businesses, including marketing theory and the basics of planning for and operating a small business. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in marketing management. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Small business manager, buyer, merchandise manager, department manager, sales representative, customer service manager, and display manager CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Principles of Marketing Business Regulations and Compliance Professional Selling Integrated Marketing Communications Small Business Management NUMBER MKTG MKTG MKTG MKTG MKTG 1100 1130 1160 1190 2010 Total Hours **Suggested First Semester classes: MKTG 1100, MKTG 1130, and MKTG 1160 204 CREDITS 15 3 3 3 3 3 15 BUSINESS Sports Management Certificate Program RM21 Program Description The sports management certificate prepares students for entry level opportunities in the field sports marketing, management and sales. This certificate also provides additional skill sets in the field of law, marketing, management and sales. The certificate is an opportunity to enrich prior education through providing an additional education in the sports management field. Technical courses apply to the marketing management degree or diploma sports marketing concentration. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Employment opportunities include professional selling, game and event Operations management, retail sales, event security, concessions sales and management, as well as corporate management in sports and entertainment. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Professional Selling Introduction to Sports & Recreation Management Regulations & Compliance in Sports Principles of Sports Marketing Sports Management Total Hours NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 MKTG 1160 MKTG 1280 MKTG 2080 MKTG 2180 MKTG 2280 17 2 3 3 3 3 3 17 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MKTG 1160, MKTG 1280, and MKTG 2280 205 COMPUTER SCIENCES Computer Programming Associate of Applied Science Degree CP23 Program Description The computer programming degree is a sequence of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Program graduates are to be competent in the general areas of humanities or fine arts, social or behavioral sciences, language arts and communication, and natural sciences or mathematics, as well as in the technical areas of computer terminology and concepts, program design and development, systems analysis and design, database management, computer installation and maintenance, and computer networking. Program graduates receive a computer programming associates of applied science. (Program Length: 5 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Junior software developer/programmer, computer programming specialist, business computer programmer, programmer for java platform, programmer analyst CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 3 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 3 Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 3 206 COMPUTER SCIENCES Conceptual Physics & Lab Introductory Physics I & Lab Biology I & Lab Chemistry I & Lab Chemistry II & Lab College Trigonometry Precalculus Introduction to Statistics Calculus I Calculus II PHYS 1110/L PHYS 1111/L BIOL 1111/L CHEM 1211/L CHEM 1212/L MATH 1112 MATH 1113 MATH 1127 MATH 1131 MATH 1132 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Financial Accounting I Computer Concepts Structured Query Language (SQL) Program Design and Development Web Development I C++ Programming I C++ Programming II Java Programming I Java Programming II Java Programming III IT Analysis, Design, and Project Management Advanced Systems Project Elective(s) FYES 1000 ACCT 1100 CIST 1001 CIST 1220 CIST 1305 CIST 1510 CIST 2361 CIST 2362 CIST 2371 CIST 2372 CIST 2373 CIST 2921 CIST 2931 CISTxxxx Total Hours 50 2 4 4 4 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 2 65 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, CIST 1001, CIST 1305, and MATH 1111 or, MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. Elective(s): any CIST course(s) not required for program completion. 207 COMPUTER SCIENCES Computer Programming Diploma Program CP24 Program Description The computer programming diploma is designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Program graduates receive a computer programming diploma. (Program Length: 5 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Business computer programmers CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Core Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 EMPL 1000 8 3 3 2 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Computer Concepts Structured Query Language (SQL) Program Design and Development Web Development I IT Analysis, Design, and Project Management Java Programming I Java Programming II Java Programming III C++ Programming I C++ Programming II Advanced Systems Project FYES 1000 CIST 1001 CIST 1220 CIST 1305 CIST 1510 CIST 2921 CIST 2371 CIST 2372 CIST 2373 CIST 2361 CIST 2362 CIST 2931 44 2 4 4 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 Total Hours 52 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, CIST 1001, CIST 1305, and MATH 1012 208 COMPUTER SCIENCES Game Development Associate of Applied Science Degree CSD3 Program Description The game development degree is a sequence of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in the development of computer games. Program graduates are to be competent in the general areas of language arts and communication, humanities or fi arts, social or behavioral sciences, and natural sciences or mathematics, as well as in the technical areas of computer terminology and concepts, program design and development, game design, gaming artificial intelligence, and gaming physics. Program graduates receive a gaming development associate of applied science degree. (Program Length: 5 Semesters minimum) Employment Opportunities Game Developer, game designer, game programmers CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 Math Modeling MATH 1101 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L Biology I & Lab BIOL 1111/L Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L Chemistry II & Lab CHEM 1212/L College Trigonometry MATH 1112 Precalculus MATH 1113 Introduction to Statistics MATH 1127 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3 3 3 209 COMPUTER SCIENCES Calculus I Calculus II MATH 1131 MATH 1132 3 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Computer Concepts Operating Systems Concepts Program Design and Development C++ Programming I Introduction to Game Development Advanced Game Development C++ Programming II Beginning Python Programming Introduction to Game Physics Advanced Game Physics Introduction to Artificial Intelligence Advanced Artificial Intelligence for Gaming FYES 1000 CIST 1001 CIST 1130 CIST 1305 CIST 2361 CIST 2740 CIST 2741 CIST 2362 CIST 2742 CIST 2743 CIST 2744 CIST 2745 CIST 2746 26 2 4 3 3 4 4 3 4 4 3 3 4 3 Elective(s) CIST xxxx 3 Total Hours 62 Elective(s): CIST 1510, CIST 1520, CIST 1530, CIST 1540, CIST 2371 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, CIST 1001, CIST 1305, and ENGL 1101 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. Game Development Diploma Program CSD4 Program Description The game development diploma is a sequence of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in the development of computer games. Program graduates receive a gaming development diploma. (Program Length: 5 Semesters minimum) *Please see advisor regarding MATH requirement. Employment Opportunities Game Developer 210 COMPUTER SCIENCES CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I *Foundations of Mathematics Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Computer Concepts Program Design and Development C++ Programming I Introduction to Game Development Advanced Game Development C++ Programming II Beginning Python Programming Introduction to Game Physics Advanced Game Physics Introduction to Artificial Intelligence Advanced Artificial Intelligence for Gaming NUMBER CREDITS ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 EMPL 1000 8 3 3 2 FYES 1000 CIST 1001 CIST 1305 CIST 2361 CIST 2740 CIST 2741 CIST 2362 CIST 2742 CIST 2743 CIST 2744 CIST 2745 CIST 2746 20 2 4 3 4 4 3 4 4 3 3 4 3 Total Hours 49 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, CIST 1001, CIST 1305, and MATH 1111 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. Cybersecurity Associate of Applied Science Degree IS23 Program Description The cybersecurity degree is a sequence of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Program graduates are to be competent in the general areas of language arts and communications, humanities or fine arts, social or behavioral sciences, and natural sciences or mathematics, as well as in the technical areas of computer terminology and concepts, program design and development, computer networking and information security. Program graduates receive a cybersecurity specialist associate of applied science degree. (Program Length: 5 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities cybersecurity specialists in business and industrial firms, financial institutions, government agencies, software developers, and internet service providers 211 COMPUTER SCIENCES CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 3 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 3 Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 3 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L 3/1 Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L 3/1 Biology I & Lab BIOL 1111/L 3/1 Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L 3/1 Chemistry II & Lab CHEM 1212/L 3/1 College Trigonometry MATH 1112 3 Precalculus MATH 1113 3 Introduction to Statistics MATH 1127 3 Calculus I MATH 1131 3 Calculus II MATH 1132 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Computer Concepts Hardware Installation and Maintenance Computer Networking Fundamentals 212 FYES 1000 CIST 1001 CIST 1122 CIST 1401 40 2 4 4 4 COMPUTER SCIENCES Information Security Fundamentals Security Policies and Procedures Implementing Operating Systems Security Network Security Implementing Internet/Intranet Firewalls Computer Forensics Elective(s) CIST 1601 CIST 1602 CIST 2601 CIST 2602 CIST 2611 CIST 2612 CIST xxxx 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 (Completion of ONE of the following concentrations is required for graduation.) Microsoft Concentration Microsoft Client Microsoft Server Directory Services Microsoft Server Infrastructure ISM3 CIST 2411 CIST 2412 CIST 2413 12 4 4 4 Unix/Linux Concentration Introduction to Unix/Linux Unix/Linux Server Unix/Linux Advanced Server ISL3 CIST 2431 CIST 2432 CIST 2433 12 4 4 4 CISCO Exploration Concentration Cisco Networking Fundamentals Cisco Routing Protocols and Concepts Cisco LAN Switching and Wireless ISC3 CIST 2451 CIST 2452 CIST 2453 12 4 4 4 Total Hours 67 Elective(s): any CIST course(s) not required for program completion or CRJU 1010, CRJU 2050. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, CIST 1001, CIST 1122, and ENGL 1101 Cybersecurity Diploma Program IS12 Program Description The cybersecurity diploma is designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Program graduates receive a cybersecurity diploma. (Program Length: 4 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Information security specialists in business and industrial firms, financial institutions, government agencies, software developers, and Internet Service Providers CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development NUMBER CREDITS ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 EMPL 1000 8 3 3 2 213 COMPUTER SCIENCES Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Computer Concepts Hardware Installation and Maintenance Computer Networking Fundamentals Information Security Fundamentals Security Policies and Procedures Implementing Operating Systems Security Network Security Implementing Internet/Intranet Firewalls Computer Forensics FYES 1000 CIST 1001 CIST 1122 CIST 1401 CIST 1601 CIST 1602 CIST 2601 CIST 2602 CIST 2611 CIST 2612 36 2 4 4 4 3 3 4 4 4 4 (Completion of ONE of the following concentrations is required for graduation.) Microsoft Concentration Microsoft Client Microsoft Server Directory Services Microsoft Server Infrastructure ISM2 CIST 2411 CIST 2412 CIST 2413 12 4 4 4 Unix/Linux Concentration Introduction to Unix/Linux Unix/Linux Server Unix/Linux Advanced Server ISL2 CIST 2431 CIST 2432 CIST 2433 12 4 4 4 CISCO Exploration Concentration Cisco Networking Fundamentals Cisco Routing Protocols and Concepts Cisco LAN Switching and Wireless ISC2 CIST 2451 CIST 2452 CIST 2453 12 4 4 4 Total Hours 56 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, CIST 1001, CIST 1122, and ENGL 1010 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. Networking Specialist Associate of Applied Science Degree NS13 Program Description The networking specialist program is a sequence of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Graduates are to be competent in the general areas of language arts or communication, humanities or fine arts, social or behavioral sciences, and natural sciences or mathematics, as well as in the technical areas of computer terminology and concepts, program design and development, and computer networking. Program graduates are qualified for employment as networking specialists. (Program Length: 5 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Networking specialists 214 COMPUTER SCIENCES CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 3 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 3 Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 3 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L 3/1 Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L 3/1 Biology I & Lab BIOL 1111/L 3/1 Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L 3/1 Chemistry II & Lab CHEM 1212/L 3/1 College Trigonometry MATH 1112 3 Precalculus MATH 1113 3 Introduction to Statistics MATH 1127 3 Calculus I MATH 1131 3 Calculus II MATH 1132 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Computer Concepts Hardware Installation and Maintenance Computer Networking Fundamentals Operating Systems Concepts FYES 1000 CIST 1001 CIST 1122 CIST 1401 CIST 1130 34 2 4 4 4 3 215 COMPUTER SCIENCES Information Security Fundamentals Structured Query Language Elective(s) CIST 1601 CIST 1220 CIST XXXX 3 4 10 And completion of ONE of the following concentrations (16 hours) Microsoft Concentration 8M13 Microsoft Client CIST 2411 Microsoft Server Directory Services CIST 2412 Microsoft Server Infrastructure CIST 2413 Microsoft Server Administrator CIST 2414 16 4 4 4 4 Unix/Linux Concentration Introduction to Unix/Linux Unix/Linux Server Unix/Linux Advanced Server Unix/Linux Scripting 8L23 CIST 2431 CIST 2432 CIST 2433 CIST 2434 16 4 4 4 4 Cisco Exploration Concentration Cisco Networking Fundamentals Cisco Routing Protocols and Concepts Cisco LAN Switching and Wireless Cisco Accessing the WAN 8C23 CIST 2451 CIST 2452 CIST 2453 CIST 2454 16 4 4 4 4 Total Hours 65 Elective(s): any CIST course(s) not required for program completion **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, CIST 1001, CIST 1122, and ENGL 1101 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. Discuss elective options with the program advisor. Networking Specialist Diploma Program NS14 Program Description The networking specialist program is a sequence of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Graduates are to be competent in the general areas of mathematics, communication and employability skills as well as in the technical areas of computer terminology and concepts, program design and development, and computer networking. Program graduates are qualified for employment as networking specialists. (Program Length: 4 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Networking specialists 216 COMPUTER SCIENCES CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 EMPL 1000 8 3 3 2 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Computer Concepts Hardware Installation and Maintenance Computer Networking Fundamentals Operating Systems Concepts Information Security Fundamentals Structured Query Language Elective(s) FYES 1000 CIST 1001 CIST 1122 CIST 1401 CIST 1130 CIST 1601 CIST 1220 CIST xxxx 30 2 4 4 4 3 3 4 6 And completion of ONE of the following concentrations (16 hours) Microsoft Concentration Microsoft Client Microsoft Server Directory Services Microsoft Server Infrastructure Microsoft Server Administrator 8M42 CIST 2411 CIST 2412 CIST 2413 CIST 2414 16 4 4 4 4 Unix/Linux Concentration Introduction to Unix/Linux Unix/Linux Server Unix/Linux Advanced Server Unix/Linux Scripting 8LS2 CIST 2431 CIST 2432 CIST 2433 CIST 2434 16 4 4 4 4 Cisco Exploration Concentration Cisco Networking Fundamentals Cisco Routing Protocols and Concepts Cisco LAN Switching and Wireless Cisco Accessing the WAN 8C12 CIST 2451 CIST 2452 CIST 2453 CIST 2454 16 4 4 4 4 Total Hours 54 Elective(s): any CIST course(s) not required for program completion **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, CIST 1001, CIST 1122, and ENGL 1010 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. Discuss elective options with the program advisor. 217 COMPUTER SCIENCES Web Site Design/Development Associate of Applied Science Degree IS53 Program Description The web site design/development degree is a sequence of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Program graduates are to be competent in the general areas of humanities or fine arts, social or behavioral sciences, and natural sciences or mathematics, as well as in the technical areas of computer terminology and concepts, program design and development, and computer networking. Program graduates receive a web site design/development associate of applied science degree. (Program Length: 5 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Web designer or developer CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 Math Modeling MATH 1101 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L Biology I & Lab BIOL 1111/L Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L Chemistry II & Lab CHEM 1212/L College Trigonometry MATH 1112 218 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3 COMPUTER SCIENCES Precalculus Introduction to Statistics Calculus I Calculus II MATH MATH MATH MATH 1113 1127 1131 1132 3 3 3 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Computer Concepts Structured Query Language Program Design and Development Web Development I Scripting Technologies Web Graphics I Information Security Fundamentals PHP Programming I Web Technologies Web Graphics II Web Development II IT Analysis, Design, and Project Management Web Systems Project Elective(s) FYES 1000 CIST 1001 CIST 1220 CIST 1305 CIST 1510 CIST 1520 CIST 1530 CIST 1601 CIST 2351 CIST 2510 CIST 2531 CIST 2550 CIST 2921 CIST 2950 CIST xxxx Total Hours 48 2 4 4 3 3 3 3 3 4 3 3 3 4 3 3 63 Elective(s): CIST1540, CIST2371, CIST2381 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, CIST 1001, CIST 1305, and CIST 1510 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. Web Site Design/Development Diploma Program IS64 Program Description The web site design/development diploma is designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Graduates receive a web site design/development diploma. (Program Length: 4 Semesters Minimum) 219 COMPUTER SCIENCES Employment Opportunities Web designer or developer with IT businesses that have an e-commerce component CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Choose ONE of the Following Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development Basic Psychology Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Computer Concepts Structured Query Language Program Design and Development Web Development I Scripting Technologies Web Graphics I Information Security Fundamentals PHP Programming I Web Technologies Web Graphics II Web Development II IT Analysis, Design, and Project Management Elective(s) NUMBER CREDITS ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 8 3 3 EMPL 1000 PSYC 1010 2 3 FYES 1000 CIST 1001 CIST 1220 CIST 1305 CIST 1510 CIST 1520 CIST 1530 CIST 1601 CIST 2351 CIST 2510 CIST 2531 CIST 2550 CIST 2921 CIST xxxx 45 2 4 4 3 3 3 3 3 4 3 3 3 4 3 Total Hours 53 Elective(s): CIST1540, CIST2371, CIST2381 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, CIST 1001, CIST 1305, and CIST 1510 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. Cisco Network Specialist CCNA Certificate Program CN71 Program Description The purpose of Cisco network specialist certificate CCNA is to teach students the principles, practices and skills needed to design, build and maintain small to medium-size local area networks and wide area networks capable of supporting national and global organizations. In addition, this technical certificate will prepare them for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) certification exams. Cisco Certified Network 220 COMPUTER SCIENCES Associate (CCNA®) validates the ability to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot mediumsize route and switched networks, including implementation and verification of connections to remote sites in a WAN. CCNA curriculum includes basic mitigation of security threats, introduction to wireless networking concepts and terminology, and performance-based skills. The curriculum also includes (but is not limited to) the use of these protocols: IP, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP), Serial Line Interface Protocol Frame Relay, Routing Information Protocol Version 2 (RIPv2), VLANs, Ethernet, access control lists (ACLs). In order to be able to take the Cisco classes, students must first apply and be admitted into the Cisco Network Specialist CCNA or networking specialist degree or diploma programs. Applicants to this program are accepted every fall semester. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Network support technician, network engineer, network WAN administrator CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential Technical Courses Cisco Network Fundamentals Cisco Routing Protocols and Concepts Cisco LAN Switching and Wireless CISCO Accessing the WAN CIST CIST CIST CIST Total Hours 2451 2452 2453 2454 CREDITS 16 4 4 4 4 16 **Suggested First Semester classes: CIST 2451 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. Cisco CCNP Specialist Certificate Program CD71 Program Description The Cisco CCNP Specialist certificate program prepares experienced and career oriented students with enterprise-level networking skills, including advanced routing, switching, and troubleshooting while providing opportunities for hands-on practical experience. The program also helps prepare program students for the Cisco Certified Network Professional exams(s). The Cisco CCNP industry certification validates the ability to plan, implement, verify, and troubleshoot local wide-area enterprise networks and work collaboratively with specialists on advanced security, voice, wireless, and video solutions. In order to take the Cisco CCNP Specialist certificate program classes, students must first apply and be admitted into the program. Students must also have either completed the Cisco CCNA Network Specialist certificate program or have a current CCNA Certification. Applicants to this program are accepted every fall Semester. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) 221 COMPUTER SCIENCES Employment Opportunities Network administrator, network analyst, network engineer, network specialist CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential Technical Courses CCNP ROUTE: Implementing IP Routing CCNP SWITCH: Implementing IP Switching CCNP TSHOOT: Maintaining & Troubleshooting IP Networks CIST 2471 CIST 2472 CIST 2473 12 4 4 4 Total Hours 12 **Suggested First Semester classes: CIST 2471 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. Cyber Crime Specialist Certificate Program CCR1 Program Description The cybercrime specialist certificate was created to better prepare our students to become computer forensics professionals. This program provides basic training in computer forensics and cybercrime; to produce competent entry-level computer forensics technicians. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Information security specialists in business and industrial firms, financial institutions, government agencies, software developers, and Internet Service Providers CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Computer Concepts Hardware Installation & Maintenance Information Security Fundamentals Computer Forensics Introduction to Criminal Justice Criminal Procedure NUMBER CREDITS CIST 1001 CIST 1122 CIST 1601 CIST 2612 CRJU 1010 CRJU 2050 21 4 4 3 4 3 3 Total Hours 21 **Suggested First Semester classes: CIST 1001, CIST 1122, and CRJU 1010 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. 222 COMPUTER SCIENCES Data Center Specialist Certificate Program DC11 Program Description The data center specialist certificate provides training in data center concepts, site layout, power distribution, HVAC concepts, cabling, infrastructure, security and installation/maintenance. Upon completion, a student will have the necessary skills to work in the data center environment. Students will also be eligible to apply and receive the pc repair and network technician certificate. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Data center operations technician, data center operator, data center technician, data center assistant. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Computer Concepts Hardware Installation & Maintenance Operating Systems Concepts Computer Networking Fundamentals Data Center I Data Center II NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 CIST 1001 CIST 1122 CIST 1130 CIST 1401 CIST 2461 CIST 2463 24 2 4 4 3 4 3 4 Total Hours 24 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, CIST 1001, and CIST 1122 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. Game Developer Certificate Program CSZ1 Program Description The computer game developer certificate provides learning opportunities which develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of programming theory, game design, game artificial intelligence, game physics, and practical application necessary for successful employment in gaming development. Program graduates receive a technical certificate of credit in gaming development. Technical courses apply to degree and diploma programs in game development. (Program Length: 4 Semesters Minimum) 223 COMPUTER SCIENCES Students applying for this program must be accepted into the computer game developer degree or diploma program unless they have completed the required prerequisite courses for this certificate. All prerequisite courses for this program must be met through exemption testing, transfer credit or course completion. (CIST 1305, CIST 1001, FYES 1000, CIST 2361 and MATH 1101 or MATH 1113 or MATH 1111) Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. Employment Opportunities Game Developer CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential Technical Courses C++ Programming I Introduction to Game Development Advanced Game Development Beginning Python Programming C++ Programming II Introduction to Game Physics Advanced Game Physics Introduction to Artificial Intelligence Advanced Artificial Intelligence for Gaming CIST CIST CIST CIST CIST CIST CIST CIST CIST 2361 2740 2741 2742 2362 2743 2744 2745 2746 Total Hours CREDITS 32 4 4 3 4 4 3 3 4 3 32 **Suggested First Semester classes: CIST 2361, CIST 2740, CIST 2742 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. Cybersecurity Certificate Program IS81 Program Description The cybersecurity certificate is designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles and techniques required in the field of computer information systems. Program graduates receive a cybersecurity certificate. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in cybersecurity. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the networking or Cybersecurity degree or diploma program. Employment Opportunities Cybersecurity specialists in business and industrial firms, financial institutions, government agencies, software developers, and Internet Service Providers 224 COMPUTER SCIENCES CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential Technical Courses Information Security Fundamentals Security Policies and Procedures Implementing Operating Systems Security Network Security Implementing Internet/Intranet Firewalls Computer Forensics CIST CIST CIST CIST CIST CIST 1601 1602 2601 2602 2611 2612 Total Hours CREDITS 22 3 3 4 4 4 4 22 **Suggested First Semester classes: CIST 1601 and CIST 1602 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. Java Programmer Certificate Program JP11 Program Description The purpose of this certificate is to provide learning opportunities which develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of Java programming theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a technical certificate of credit in Java Programming. Students applying to this program must complete CIST 1001 or successful completion of an exemption exam. All prerequisite courses for this program must be met through exemption testing, transfer credit or course completion. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in computer programming. (Program Length: 4 Semesters Minimum) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the computer programming degree or diploma program unless they have completed the required prerequisite courses for this certificate. Employment Opportunities Programmer for Java platform CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential Technical Courses Program Design and Development Web Development Java Programming I Structured Query Language (SQL) CIST CIST CIST CIST 1305 1510 2371 1220 CREDITS 22 3 3 4 4 225 COMPUTER SCIENCES Java Programming II Java Programming III CIST 2372 CIST 2373 Total Hours 4 4 22 **Suggested First Semester classes: CIST 1001 and CIST 1305 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. Discuss program language elective selection with the program advisor. Linux/UNIX System Administrator Certificate Program LA31 Program Description The Linux/Unix system administrator certificate is designed to give students the knowledge they need to understand and maintain networks with the Linux/UNIX operating systems. All prerequisite courses for this program must be met through exemption testing, transfer credit or course completion. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in networking. (Program Length: 3 Semester Minimum) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the networking specialist degree or diploma program. Employment Opportunities Linux/UNIX system administrator CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential Technical Courses Unix/ Linux Introduction Unix/ Linux Server Unix /Linux Advanced Server Unix /Linux Scripting CIST CIST CIST CIST Total Hours 2431 2432 2433 2434 CREDITS 16 4 4 4 4 16 **Suggested First Semester classes: CIST 2431 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. 226 COMPUTER SCIENCES Network Administrator Certificate Program NA21 Program Description The network administrator certificate provides basic training in computer information systems networking. Students are introduced to the basic concepts of network administration. Upon graduation students will be able to install, configure, and maintain networks using Windows networking software. The student is prepared to take the MCP (Microsoft Certified Professional) exam. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in networking. (Program Length: 5 Semesters Minimum) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the networking specialist degree or diploma program. Employment Opportunities Network administrator, LAN administrator, Microcomputer support specialist CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Computer Concepts Hardware Installation & Maintenance Operating Systems Concepts Computer Networking Fundamentals Microsoft Client Microsoft Server Infrastructure Microsoft Server Administrator NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 CIST 1001 CIST 1122 CIST 1130 CIST 1401 CIST 2411 CIST 2413 CIST 2414 29 2 4 4 3 4 4 4 4 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, CIST 1001 and CIST 1122 Total Hours 29 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. 227 COMPUTER SCIENCES PC Repair and Network Technician Certificate Program PR21 Program Description The PC repair and network technician certificate is designed to enhance skills for students employed in the PC support field. The program builds on the student’s computer knowledge and existing skill base. The student’s skill base is enhanced with hands-on lab work incorporated in courses on operating systems, hardware maintenance, and networking. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Microcomputer technician CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Computer Concepts Hardware Installation and Maintenance Operating Systems Concepts Computer Networking Fundamentals NUMBER CREDITS FYES 1000 CIST 1001 CIST 1122 CIST 1130 CIST 1401 17 2 4 4 3 4 Total Hours **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, CIST 1001 and CIST 1122 228 17 COMPUTER SCIENCES Web Site Developer Certificate Program ISE1 Program Description The curriculum in the web site developer certificate program prepares the student to create and maintain professional, high-quality web sites. Program graduates will be competent in the technical areas of web design, including web graphic design, XHTML, scripting, web application server- side languages, database driven content, web project management, internet security, and mobile applications. Various software tools will be used throughout the curriculum including Microsoft Visual Studio, Adobe Web Suite and/or open source products, Program graduates earn a computer information systems technology/web site developer certificate and will have the skills necessary for employment in the web design field or to work as a free-lance web designer. The purpose of this certificate is to provide training opportunities for persons already either already employed in the computer industry or have already been trained in a related computer area and wish to upgrade their skill with advanced courses and skills (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the web site design/developer degree or diploma program unless they have completed the required prerequisite courses for this certificate. Employment Opportunities Basic Web Site Designer CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential Technical Courses Program Design and Development Structured Query Language (SQL) Web Development I Scripting Technologies Web Graphics I Web Development II Information Security Fundamentals Web Technologies Web Graphics II PHP Programming I Elective(s) CIST 1305 CIST 1220 CIST 1510 CIST 1520 CIST 1530 CIST 2550 CIST 1601 CIST 2510 CIST 2531 CIST 2351 CIST xxxx 35 3 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 3 Total Hours 35 Elective(s): CIST1540, CIST2371, CIST2381 **Suggested First Semester classes: CIST 1305 and CIST 1510 Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. 229 EDUCATION Early Childhood Care and Education Associate of Applied Science Degree EC13 Program Description The early childhood care and education degree is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for careers in early childhood care and education and related fields. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of early childhood care and education theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive an early childhood care and education associate of applied science degree with one of the following concentrations: 1) early childhood care and education paraprofessional 2) early childhood program administration 3) exceptionalities. (Program Length: 6 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Early childhood care and education paraprofessional in an elementary school or special education classroom, early childhood program management director or assistant director, lead teacher in an early childhood program CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Core Courses 18 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 and one other course from Area I is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 3 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Successful completion of PSYC 1101 is required) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 3 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 3 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 3 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 3 World History I HIST 1111 3 World History II HIST 1112 3 U. S. History I HIST 2111 3 U. S. History II HIST 2112 3 American Government POLS 1101 3 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 Math Modeling MATH 1101 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L 230 3 3 3 3 3/1 EDUCATION Introductory Physics I & Lab Biology I & Lab Chemistry I & Lab Chemistry II & Lab College Trigonometry Pre-calculus Introduction to Statistics Calculus I Calculus II PHYS 1111/L BIOL 1111/L CHEM 1211/L CHEM 1212/L MATH 1112 MATH 1113 MATH 1127 MATH 1131 MATH 1132 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 18 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Intro to Early Childhood Care & Education Child Growth and Development Health, Safety, and Nutrition Curriculum and Assessment Creative Activities for Children Early Childhood Care & Ed. Practicum Language and Literacy Math and Science Exceptionalities Social Issues & Family Involvement Guidance and Classroom Management *Early Childhood Care & Ed. Internship *(Must be within 18 hours or less of completing program) FYES 1000 ECCE 1101 ECCE 1103 ECCE 1105 ECCE 1112 ECCE 1113 ECCE 1121 ECCE 2115 ECCE 2116 ECCE 2201 ECCE 2202 ECCE 2203 ECCE 2240 47 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 12 (Completion of ONE of the following concentrations is required for graduation.) Paraprofessional Concentration Paraprofessional Methods and Materials Paraprofessional Roles and Practices 8PS3 ECCE 2310 ECCE 2312 6 3 3 Program Administration Concentration Program Administration and Facility Management Personnel Management 8P13 ECCE 2320 ECCE 2322 6 3 3 Exceptionalities Concentration 8EX3 6 *Classroom Strategies for Exceptional Children ECCE 2360 3 *Exploring Your Role in the Exceptional Environment ECCE 2362 3 *ECCE 2360 and ECCE 2362 must be taken concurrently and are only offered fall semester. Total Hours 71 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ECCE 1101, ECCE 1103, and ECCE 1105 231 EDUCATION Early Childhood Care and Education Diploma Program ECC2 Program Description The early childhood care and education diploma is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for careers in child care and related fields. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of early childhood care and education theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive an early childhood care and education diploma. (Program Length: 5 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Early childhood care and education assistant teacher CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential General Education Core Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Choose ONE of the Following Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development Basic Psychology Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Intro to Early Childhood Care & Education Child Growth and Development Health, Safety, and Nutrition Curriculum and Assessment Creative Activities for Children Early Childhood Care & Ed. Practicum Language and Literacy Math and Science Social Issues & Family Involvement Guidance and Classroom Management *Early Childhood Care & Ed. Internship *(Must be within 18 hours or less of completing program) Total Hours NUMBER CREDITS ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 8 3 3 EMPL 1000 PSYC 1010 2 3 FYES 1000 ECCE 1101 ECCE 1103 ECCE 1105 ECCE 1112 ECCE 1113 ECCE 1121 ECCE 2115 ECCE 2116 ECCE 2202 ECCE 2203 ECCE 2240 44 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 12 52 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ECCE 1101, ECCE 1103, and ECCE 1105 232 EDUCATION Child Development Specialist Certificate Program CD61 Program Description The purpose of this technical certificate is to provide the necessary skills for entry-level employment as a child development specialist. Skill areas include planning a safe and healthy learning environment, steps to advance children’s physical and intellectual development, positive ways to support children’s social and emotional development; strategies to establish productive relationships with families, strategies to manage an effective program operation, professionalism; observing and recording children’s behavior, principles of child growth and development, and planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in early childhood. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 2 Semester Minimum) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the Early Childhood degree or diploma program. Employment Opportunities Early childhood care and education assistant teacher or aide CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential Technical Courses Intro to Early Childhood Care & Education Child Growth and Development Health, Safety, and Nutrition Curriculum and Assessment Early Childhood Care & Ed. Practicum ECCE ECCE ECCE ECCE ECCE 1101 1103 1105 1112 1121 Total Hours CREDITS 15 3 3 3 3 3 15 **Suggested First Semester classes: ECCE 1101, ECCE 1103, and ECCE 1105 Early Childhood Care and Education Basics Certificate Program EC31 Program Description The early childhood care and education basic certificate includes three basic early childhood and care education courses that are needed for entry level workers. The program provides an introductory course to the ECCE field, a child growth and development course, and health, safety, and nutrition course. 233 EDUCATION Graduates have qualifications to be employed in early care and education settings including child care centers, Head Start, and Georgia Pre-K programs. Bright from the Start (BFTS), the regulatory agency in Georgia, requires the basic knowledge included in this TCC for a person employed in a child care center and family day care center. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 1 Semester Minimum) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the early childhood degree or diploma program. Employment Opportunities Early childhood care and education assistant teacher or aide CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Intro to Early Childhood Care & Education Child Growth and Development Health, Safety, and Nutrition NUMBER CREDITS ECCE 1101 ECCE 1103 ECCE 1105 9 3 3 3 Total Hours 9 **Suggested First Semester classes: ECCE 1101, ECCE 1103, and ECCE 1105 Early Childhood Exceptionalities Certificate Program EC41 Program Description The early childhood care and education exceptionalities certificate is a sequence of three courses designed to prepare students to work with children with special needs. The program emphasizes an inclusive classroom including strategies and activities for exceptional children (both low and high achieving students). Graduates have qualifications to be employed in early care and education settings including child care centers, Head Start, and Georgia Pre-K programs. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 3 Semester Minimum) Employment Opportunities Teacher assistants, early childhood care professionals, preschool and kindergarten teachers (private sectors), head start teachers, care program administrators, and child care center directors. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Exceptionalities 234 NUMBER CREDITS ECCE 2201 9 3 EDUCATION Classroom Strategies for Exceptional Children Exploring Your Role in the Exceptional Environment ECCE 2360 ECCE 2362 3 3 *ECCE 2360 and ECCE 2362 must be taken concurrently and are only offered fall semester. Total Hours 9 **Suggested First Semester classes: ECCE 1103 (prerequisite for ECCE 2201) Early Childhood Program Administration Certificate Program ECP1 Program Description The purpose of the early childhood program administration technical certificate program is to provide the necessary skills to administer and manage a child-care business anywhere in Georgia, and to provide a career path for people working in the field who wish to move into administration. The courses are embedded in the existing program management concentration of the degree. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 2 Semester Minimum) Employment Opportunities Child care center director or assistant director CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Child Growth and Development Program Administration and Facility Management Personnel Management NUMBER CREDITS ECCE 1103 ECCE 2320 ECCE 2322 9 3 3 3 Total Hours 9 **Suggested First Semester classes: ECCE 1103 (Prerequisite for ECCE 2201) Note: Some courses may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. * ECCE 2320 and ECCE 2322 may be taken in any order. ECCE 2320 is offered fall semester and ECCE 2322 is offered spring semester. 235 EDUCATION HEALTH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS Healthcare Science: Pre-Cardiovascular / Pre-Echocardiography Technology Certificate Program HS21/PCR1 Program Description The healthcare science pre-cardiovascular certificate provides students with general education courses that serve as a foundation for further study in the degree-level cardiovascular and echocardiography programs. This is a degree-level certificate. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities A variety of entry level positions are available in a wide range of health care settings such as hospitals, rehabilitation and assisted living facilities, and home health care agencies. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS 15 Essential General Education Core Courses Area I – Language/Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Area II – Social/Behavioral Sciences Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 Area III – Natural Sciences/Mathematics College Algebra Introduction to Statistics MATH 1111 MATH 1127 3 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 Essential Technical and Occupational Courses: Pre-Cardiovascular / Echocardiography Tech Concentration PCR1 First Year Experience FYES 1000 Anatomy & Physiology I & Lab BIOL 2113/L Anatomy & Physiology II & Lab BIOL 2114/L Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L Elective(s) XXXX xxxx 20 2 3/1 3/1 3/1 6 Total Hours 35 Elective(s): any ALHS course, BIOL 2311, EMSP 1010, SOCI 1120, PSYC 2103 or additional General Education courses from Areas I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. 236 HEALTH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS Note: Some courses in the concentrations may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. BIOL 0093 may be recommended before enrolling in BIOL 2113. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, MATH 1111, and PSYC 1101 Cardiovascular Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree CT13 Program Description The cardiovascular technology program provides educational opportunities to individuals in didactic and clinical environments that will enable them to obtain skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary to graduate and become a successful entry-level cardiovascular technologist. Cardiovascular technology is a health imaging profession centered on the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of patients with cardiac diseases. A cardiovascular technologist performs cardiac imaging and procedures at the request or under direct supervision/ assistance of a physician in a cardiac cath lab. They are proficient in the use of analytical equipment and provide a foundation of data from which a correct anatomic and physiologic diagnosis may be made. The profession requires critical thinking skills, judgment, and the ability to provide appropriate health care services. Graduates of the program will be eligible to sit for the national board exams in their chosen specialty. This program is only offered full-time, during the day. (Program Length: 4 Semesters plus required core prerequisites) The Gwinnett Technical College Cardiovascular Technology program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Accreditation Review Committee on Education in Cardiovascular Technology (JRC-CVT). Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs 1361 Park Street Clearwater, FL 33756 Phone: 727-210-2350 Fax: 727-210-2354 JRC-CVT 1449 Hill Street Whitinsville, MA 01588-1032 978-456-5594 office@jrccvt.org Employment Opportunities A variety of entry level positions are available in a wide range of health care settings such as hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, and mobile imaging companies. Prerequisites Prerequisites must be completed by published deadline. (BIOL 2113 and BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114 and BIOL 2114L, MATH 1111, ENGL 1101, PHYS 1110, PHYS 1110L, MATH 1127) The following courses can be taken either before or while in the Cardiovascular Program: PSYC 1101, HUMN 1101 or ARTS 1101 or ENGL 2130 or MUSC 1101. 237 HEALTH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS Applicant Information Students are required to complete Heath Sciences essay prior to the published deadline. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 19 Area I – Language Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 MATH 1111 MATH 1127 PHYS 1110/L 3 3 3/1 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics College Algebra Introduction to Statistics Conceptual Physics & Lab Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Anatomy and Physiology I* Anatomy and Physiology II* Electrophysiology and Cardiac Anatomy Drug Calculations and Administration Advanced Hemodynamics and Cardiac Physiology FYES 1000 BIOL 2113/L BIOL 2114/L CAVT 1030 CAVT 1090 CAVT 1080 18 2 3/1 3/1 3 2 3 CAVT Concentration Cardiac Catheterization Cardiac Catheterization Cardiac Catheterization Cardiac Catheterization Cardiac Catheterization Cardiac Catheterization Medical Physics Cardiac Catheterization 8CT3 CAVT 1100 CAVT 1020 CAVT 1021 CAVT 2020 CAVT 2030 CAVT 2050 CAVT 1002 CAVT 2070 35 3 4 3 4 6 11 2 2 Total Hours Fundamentals I Clinical I 2 Clinical 2 Clinical 3 Registry Review I 72 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, MATH 1111, and PSYC 1101 ***PLEASE NOTE: CURRICULUM IS CURRENTLY UNDER REVIEW AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE CHECK WITH ENROLLMENT SUPPORT REGULARLY TO ENSURE APPROPRIATE COURSEWORK IS COMPLETED. 238 HEALTH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS Echocardiography Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree EC23 Program Description The echocardiography technology program provides educational opportunities to individuals in didactic and clinical environments that will enable them to obtain skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary to graduate and become a successful entry-level echocardiographer. Echocardiography technology is a health imaging profession centered on the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of patients with cardiac diseases using sonographic imaging. An echocardiographer performs cardiac imaging at the request or under direct supervision/ assistance of a physician. They are proficient in the use of analytical equipment and provide a foundation of data from which a correct anatomic and physiologic diagnosis may be made. The profession requires critical thinking skills, judgment, and the ability to provide appropriate health care services. Graduates of the program will be eligible to sit for the national board exams in their chosen specialty. This program is only offered full-time, during the day. (Program Length: 4 Semesters plus required core prerequisites) Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs 1361 Park Street Clearwater, FL 33756 Phone: 727-210-2350 Fax: 727-210-2354 JRC-CVT 1449 Hill Street Whitinsville, MA 01588-1032 (978) 456-5594 office@jrccvt.org Employment Opportunities A variety of entry level positions are available in a wide range of health care settings such as hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, physician offices, and mobile imaging companies. Prerequisites Prerequisites must be completed by published deadline. (BIOL 2113 and BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114 and BIOL 2114L, MATH 1111, ENGL 1101, PHYS 1110, PHYS 1110L, MATH 1127) The following courses can be taken either before or while in the Echocardiography Program: PSYC 1101, HUMN 1101 or ARTS 1101 or ENGL 2130 or MUSC 1101. Applicant Information Students are required to complete Heath Sciences essay prior to the published deadline. 239 HEALTH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential General Education Core Courses Area I – Language Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences Introductory Psychology Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics College Algebra Introduction to Statistics Conceptual Physics & Lab NUMBER CREDITS 19 ENGL 1101 3 PSYC 1101 3 MATH 1111 MATH 1127 PHYS 1110/L 3 3 3/1 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Anatomy and Physiology I* Anatomy and Physiology II* Electrophysiology and Cardiac Anatomy Drug Calculations and Administration Advanced Hemodynamics and Cardiac Physiology FYES 1000 BIOL 2113/L BIOL 2114/L CAVT 1030 CAVT 1090 CAVT 1080 18 2 3/1 3/1 3 2 3 ECHO Concentration Echocardiography Fundamentals Echocardiography I Echocardiography Clinical I OR Echocardiography Clinical I (part A) AND Echocardiography Clinical I (part B) Sonographic Physics and Instrumentation Sonographic Physics and Instrumentation Review Echocardiography II Echocardiography Clinical II Echocardiography Clinical III Comprehensive Registry Review I 8ET3 ECHO 1100 ECHO 1310 ECHO 1370 ECHO 1371 ECHO 1372 DMSO 1040 DMSO 1080 ECHO1320 ECHO 2360 ECHO 2370 ECHO 2400 38 3 3 7 (4) (3) 3 1 3 7 10 1 Total Hours 75 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, MATH 1111, and PSYC 1101 ***PLEASE NOTE: CURRICULUM IS CURRENTLY UNDER REVIEW AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE CHECK WITH ENROLLMENT SUPPORT REGULARLY TO ENSURE APPROPRIATE COURSEWORK IS COMPLETED. 240 HEALTH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS Healthcare Science: Pre-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Certificate Program HS21/PDM1 Program Description The healthcare science pre-diagnostic medical sonography certificate provides students with general education courses that serve as a foundation for further study in the degree-level diagnostic medical sonography program. This is a degree-level certificate. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities A variety of entry level positions are available in a wide range of health care settings such as hospitals, rehabilitation and assisted living facilities, and home health care agencies. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language/Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Area II – Social/Behavioral Sciences Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 Area III – Natural Sciences/Mathematics College Algebra Introduction to Statistics MATH 1111 MATH 1127 3 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN 1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 Essential Technical and Occupational Courses: Pre-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Concentration First Year Experience Anatomy & Physiology I & Lab Anatomy & Physiology II & Lab Conceptual Physics & Lab Elective(s) Total Hours PDM1 FYES 1000 BIOL 2113/L BIOL 2114/L PHYS 1110/L XXXX xxxx 21 2 3/1 3/1 3/1 7 36 Elective(s): any ALHS course, BIOL 2311, EMSP 1010, SOCI 1120, PSYC 2103 or additional General Education course from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Note: Some courses in the concentrations may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. BIOL 0093 may be recommended before enrolling in BIOL 2113. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, MATH 1111, and BIOL 2113 & BIOL 2113L 241 HEALTH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS Diagnostic Medical Sonography Associate of Applied Science Degree DMS3 Currently under TCSG review. Possible changes are pending approval. Program Description The diagnostic medical sonography associate degree program is a sequence of courses that provides educational opportunities to individuals in didactic and clinical environments that will enable them to gain skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary to graduate and become successful entry level employees in the field of Diagnostic Medical Sonography. The profession requires critical thinking skills, judgment, and the ability to provide appropriate health care services. Sonographers use high frequency sound waves to produce dynamic visual pictures of internal body structures. The images are evaluated by physicians to make a medical diagnosis. Course work includes sonographic physics, sonographic identification of normal and abnormal anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pathophysiology of the abdomen, pelvis, and small parts of the adult, pediatric, and fetal patient, clinical application courses, interventional sonography, journal and case study review, and comprehensive registry reviews. In order to begin the clinical requirements, students must complete tuberculosis skin test, supply proof of immunization, undergo a background check, and submit to a drug screen test. Program graduates receive an Associate of Applied Science Degree with a major in Diagnostic Medical Sonography and have the qualifications of a sonographer. (Program Length: 5 Semesters Minimum plus required core prerequisites) The Gwinnett Technical College Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Upon the recommendation of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC-DMS). Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs 1361 Park Street Clearwater, Florida 33756 727-210-2354 www.caahep.org JRC-DMS 6021 University Boulevard, Suite 500 Ellicott City, MD 21043 Phone: 443-973-3251 Fax: 866-738-3444 Jrcdms.org Program students are eligible to take the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography credentialing examinations (SPI, AB, OB/GYN) once specific program criteria are met. This program is only offered full-time, during the day. Employment Opportunities A variety of entry level positions are available in a wide range of health care settings such as hospitals, rehabilitation assisted living facilities, and home care agencies. 242 HEALTH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS Prerequisites Length of time to complete prerequisites varies depending on applicants’ transfer credit and/or testing results. The time to complete prerequisites is not included in the total program length listed. It is the student’s responsibility to notify the admissions office once pre-requisites have been completed. File completion does not guarantee an interview or acceptance. Prerequisites must be completed by deadline. (FYES 1000, BIOL 2113 and BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114 and BIOL 2114L, MATH 1111, ENGL 1101, PHYS 1110, PHYS 1110L. *PSYC 1101, *HUMN 1101 or *ENGL 2130 or *ARTS 1101 or *MUSC 1101, *MATH 1127 may be taken as pre-requisites or while in the DMS program.) Please see the competitive health application at www.gwinnetttech.edu/forms for additional information. Applicant Information Students applying to the DMS program can earn additional points toward their application by: • Volunteering in the sonography lab as a patient. These volunteer hours must be completed by the application deadline. Graduation Requirements Students in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program are required to maintain a 2.5 program GPA. Students are required to pass Level I-IV Imaging Competencies with a 75 or better during specified semesters; Level V imaging competencies with an 80 or better in multiple DMSO clinical courses. Students must pass the ARDMS Sonographic Principles and Instrumentation credentialing examination before the start of semester 4-5. A specific number of clinical hours are needed to meet graduation requirements. These clinical assignments may be during dayshift, second shift, or weekend shift hours. Students must attempt the ARDMS AB and OB/GYN credentialing examinations during their last semester. Additional graduation requirements apply. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS 19 Essential General Education Core Courses Area I – Language Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 MATH 1111 MATH 1127 PHYS 1110/L 3 3 3/1 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics College Algebra Introduction to Statistics Conceptual Physics & Lab Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Anatomy and Physiology Anatomy and Physiology II FYES 1000 BIOL 2113/L BIOL 2114/L 3 3 3 3 61 2 3/1 3/1 243 HEALTH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS Foundations of Sonography Sectional Anatomy and Normal Sonographic Appearance Sonographic Physics and Instrumentation Abdominal Sonography I Clinical Sonography I Pelvic Sonography and First Trimester Obstetrics Sonographic Physics and Instrumentation Registry Review Introduction to Vascular Sonography Clinical Sonography II-Part A Clinical Sonography II-Part B OB Second and Third Trimesters Specialized Sonographic Procedures Clinical Sonography III Comprehensive ABD and OB/GYN Registry Review Clinical Sonography IV DMSO DMSO DMSO DMSO DMSO DMSO DMSO DMSO DMSO DMSO DMSO DMSO DMSO DMSO DMSO 1010 1020 1040 1050 1060 1070 1080 1090 1101 1102 2010 2020 2030 2040 2050 Total Hours 3 3 3 3 4 2 1 1 5 1 3 2 8 2 10 80 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, MATH 1111, BIOL 2113 and BIOL 2113L Healthcare Science: Pre-Health Information Management Technology Certificate Program HS21/PHE1 Program Description The healthcare science pre-health information management technology certificate provides students with general education courses that serve as a foundation for further study in the degree-level health information management technology program. This is a degree-level certificate. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities A variety of entry level positions are available in a wide range of health care settings such as hospitals, rehabilitation and assisted living facilities, and home health care agencies. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS 15 Essential General Education Core Courses Area I – Language/Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Area II – Social/Behavioral Sciences Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 Area III – Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Choose ONE of the following) College Algebra MATH 1111 3 244 HEALTH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS Quantitative Skills + Reasoning Math Modeling MATH 1100 MATH 1101 3 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Introduction to Humanities HUMN 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical and Occupational Courses: Pre-Health Information Management Technology Concentration PHE1 First Year Experience FYES 1000 Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences ALHS 1090 Human Pathological Conditions in the Medical Office MAST 1120 Anatomy & Physiology I & Lab BIOL 2113/L Anatomy & Physiology II & Lab BIOL 2114/L Elective XXXX xxxx 21 2 2 3 3/1 3/1 6 Total Hours 36 Elective(s): any ALHS course, BIOL 2311, EMSP 1010, SOCI 1120, or additional General Education course from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Note: Some courses in the concentrations may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. BIOL 0093 may be recommended before enrolling in BIOL 2113. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, MATH 1111 or MATH 1101 or MATH 1100, and BIOL 2113/L Health Information Management Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree HI13 Program Description The health information management technology program is a sequence of courses designed to provide students with the technical knowledge and skills necessary to process, maintain, analyze, and report health information data according to legal, accreditation, licensure and certification standards for reimbursement, facility planning, marketing, risk management, utilization management, quality assessment and research; program graduates will develop leadership skills necessary to serve in a functional supervisory role in various components of the health information system (Program Length: 6 Semesters plus required core pre-requisites) Employment Opportunities Professional positions in hospitals, physicians’ offices, state and federal health care agencies, clinics, managed care organizations, behavioral health facilities, consulting and law firms, ambulatory care facilities, information system vendors, insurance companies, and long-term care facilities. 245 HEALTH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS Prerequisites Length of time to complete prerequisites varies depending on applicants’ transfer credit and/or testing results. The time to complete prerequisites is not included in the total program length listed. It is the student’s responsibility to notify the admissions office once pre-requisites have been completed. File completion does not guarantee acceptance. Prior to admission into the health information management technology program, students must successfully complete the following courses with a cumulative grade-point-average of at least 2.5: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101, BIOL 2113 and BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114 and BIOL 2114L, and ALHS 1090 and MAST 1120. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 Math Modeling MATH 1101 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L Biology I & Lab BIOL 1111/L Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L Chemistry II & Lab CHEM 1212/L College Trigonometry MATH 1112 Precalculus MATH 1113 Introduction to Statistics MATH 1127 Calculus I MATH 1131 Calculus II MATH 1132 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 246 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 HEALTH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Anatomy & Physiology I & Lab Anatomy & Physiology II & Lab Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences OR Medical Terminology Introduction to Health Information Technology Pharmacotherapy Health Record Content and Structure Computer Applications in Healthcare Performance Improvement Legal Aspects of Healthcare Coding and Classification I – ICD Coding Healthcare Management Healthcare Statistics Coding and Classification II – ICD Advanced Coding Coding and Classification System III – CPT/HCPCS Coding Revenue Cycle Management Health Information Technology Practicum Human Pathological Conditions in the Medical Office FYES 1000 BIOL 2113/L BIOL 2114/L ALHS 1090 BUSN 2300 HIMT 1100 HIMT 1350 HIMT 1250 HIMT 1150 HIMT 2200 HIMT 1200 HIMT 1400 HIMT 2300 HIMT 2150 HIMT 1410 HIMT 2400 HIMT 2410 HIMT 2460 MAST 1120 Total Hours 50 2 3/1 3/1 2 (2) 3 2 2 3 3 3 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 65 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, MATH 1111, and PSYC 1101 Health Information Technology Certificate FNT1 Program Description The certificate is designed to prepare students with a background in healthcare or information technology to serve in one of six primary roles as a health information technology professional. The program addresses a projected shortage in the supply of trained health information technology professionals in health computer networking, software development, healthcare sales, customer service and support, and health information technology training. Instruction focuses on job specific training in six workforce roles to support electronic health record implementation in ambulatory offices, inpatient facilities, government, or other healthcare vendors. The curriculum is made possible through a grant sponsored partnership with Georgia Tech and the Midwest Community College Health Information Technology Consortium. (Program Length: 6 Semesters plus required core pre-requisites) Employment Opportunities Clinical workflow analyst/redesign specialist; clinician/practitioner consultant; HIT implementation support specialist; HIT implementation manager, software support specialist; HIT trainer, and related sales and customer support. 247 HEALTH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Introduction to Healthcare & Public Health in the U.S. Health Management Information Systems History of Health Information Technology in the U.S. Planning Management & Leadership for Health IT FYES 1000 HITC 1000 HITC 1005 HITC 1010 HITC 1015 12 2 2 2 2 2 Student with Healthcare Background Introduction to Health Information Technology HITC 1020 2 Student with Technology Background The Culture of Healthcare Terminology in Healthcare & Public Health Settings HITC 1025 HITC 1030 1 1 (Completion of ONE of the following concentrations is required for graduation.) Practice Workflow & Information Redesign Concentration 8PW1 Fund. Of Health Workflow Process Analysis & Design Quality Improvement Usability & Human Factors HITC Elective HITC 1040 HITC 1045 HITC 1050 HITC XXXX 12 2 2 2 6 Elective(s): HITC 1055, HITC 1060, HITC 1065, HITC 1070, HITC 1075 Clinician/Practitioner Consultant Concentration 8CC1 Fund. Of Health Workflow Process Analysis & Design Quality Improvement Networking & Health Information Exchange Working in Health IT Systems HITC Elective HITC 1040 HITC 1045 HITC 1055 HITC 1075 HITC XXXX 12 2 2 2 2 4 Elective(s): HITC 1050, HITC 1065, HITC 1080 Implementation Support Concentration 8IS1 Fund. Of Health Workflow Process Analysis & Design Installation & Maintenance of Health IT Systems Networking & Health Information Exchange Special Topics Course on Vendor Specific Systems Working in Health IT Systems HITC 1040 HITC 1085 HITC 1055 HITC 1095 HITC 1075 12 2 2 2 2 2 Elective(s): HITC 1050, HITC 1065, HITC 1080 Implementation Manager Concentration 8IM1 Fund. Of Health Workflow Process Analysis & Design Working in Teams Introduction to Project Management HITC Elective HITC 1040 HITC 1065 HITC 1070 HITC XXXX 248 12 2 2 2 6 HEALTH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS Elective(s): HITC 1050, HITC 1050, HITC 1045, HITC 1085, HITC 1099 Software Support Concentration 8SS1 Installation & Maintenance of Health IT Systems Networking & Health Information Exchange Configuring EHRs Prof. & Customer Service in the Health Environment Special Topics Course on Vendor Specific Systems Working in Health IT Systems HITC 1085 HITC 1055 HITC 1090 HITC 1060 HITC 1095 HITC 1075 Trainer Concentration 8TS1 Usability & Human Factors Prof. & Customer Service in the Health Environment Training & Instructional Design HITC Elective HITC 1050 HITC 1060 HITC 1099 HITC XXXX Total Hours 12 2 2 2 2 2 2 12 2 2 2 6 24 Elective(s): HITC 1045, HITC 1070, HITC 1065, HITC 1040 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, HITC 1000, HITC 1005, HITC 1010, HITC 1015, HITC 1020 or HITC 1025 and HITC 1030 Healthcare Science: Pre-Radiologic Technology Certificate Program HS21/PRA1 Program Description The healthcare science pre-radiologic technology certificate provides students with general education courses that serve as a foundation for further study in the degree-level radiologic technology program. This is a degree-level certificate. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities A variety of entry level positions are available in a wide range of health care settings such as hospitals, rehabilitation and assisted living facilities, and home health care agencies. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS 15 Essential General Education Core Courses Area I – Language/Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric Public Speaking ENGL 1101 SPCH 1101 3 3 Area II – Social/Behavioral Sciences Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 Area III – Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Choose ONE of the following) College Algebra MATH 1111 3 249 HEALTH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 Essential Technical and Occupational Courses: Pre-Radiologic Technology Concentration First Year Experience Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences Anatomy & Physiology I & Lab Anatomy & Physiology II & Lab Elective(s) PRA1 FYES 1000 ALHS 1090 BIOL 2113/L BIOL 2114/L XXXX xxxx Total Hours 21 2 2 3/1 3/1 9 36 Elective(s): any ALHS Course, BIOL 2311, EMSP 1010, SOCI 1120, or additional general education courses, PHYS 1110 & PHYS 1110L, *RADT 1010, *RADT 1030, *RADT 2190. *Require program admission **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, MATH 1111 or MATH 1101, and BIOL 2113/L Note: Some courses in the concentrations may have additional prerequisites not listed in the curriculum. Please refer to individual course descriptions for further information. BIOL 0093 may be recommended before enrolling in BIOL 2113. Radiologic Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree RT23 Program Description The radiologic technology associate degree program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for positions in radiologic departments and related businesses and industries. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of didactic and clinical instruction necessary for successful employment. In order to begin the clinical requirements, students must complete tuberculosis skin test, supply proof of immunization, undergo a background check, and submit to a drug screen test. While most clinical assignments are done between 7am and 4pm, up to six weeks of clinical will be 2pm to 10pm. All clinical assignments are within a 30 mile radius of the college. Program graduates receive a radiologic technology associate degree, have the qualifications of a radiographer, and are eligible to sit for a National Certification Examination for Radiographers. The Gwinnett Technical College radiologic technology program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850 250 HEALTH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS Chicago, IL 60606-3182 (312) 704-5300 mail@jrcert.org Students may become certified as radiographers by taking a certification exam administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or an equivalent certifying agency. This program is only offered full-time, during the day. (Program Length: 5 Semesters plus required core prerequisites) Prerequisites and Essential General Education Core Courses Length of time to complete prerequisites varies depending on applicants’ transfer credit and/or testing results. The time to complete prerequisites is not included in the total program lengths listed. It is the student’s responsibility to notify the admissions office once pre-requisites have been completed. File completion does not guarantee an interview or acceptance. Prerequisites must be completed by deadline. (BIOL 2113 and BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114 and BIOL 2114L, MATH 1111 or MATH 1101, ENGL 1101). Other Essential General Education Core Courses that must be completed to graduate from the program are PSYC 1101, SPCH 1101, HUMN 1101 or ENGL 2130 or ARTS 1101 or MUSC 1101, ALHS 1090, FYES 1000. Please see the competitive health application at www.gwinnetttech. edu/forms for additional information. Graduation Requirements All radiologic technology students are required to pass comprehensive written exams in specific courses in order to continue in the program. These exams cover all aspects of radiography previously studied and utilized in clinic. Students must score at least 70 percent on comprehensive exams given in RADT 1330 and RADT 2340 in order to remain in the program. In addition, the student must pass three comprehensive exams in RADT 2260 (Radiologic Technology Review) with a minimum score of 70 percent on two exams and 75 percent on one exam in order to graduate from the program. Employment Opportunities General hospitals, Veterans Administration hospitals, medical laboratories, physicians and clinics, federal and state health agencies CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses Area I – Language Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric Public Speaking Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences Introductory Psychology CREDITS 15 ENGL 1101 SPCH 1101 3 3 PSYC 1101 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 3 3 3 251 HEALTH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS Music Appreciation Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences Anatomy and Physiology I Anatomy and Physiology II Introduction to Radiography Radiographic Procedures I Clinical Radiography I Radiographic Procedures II Clinical Radiography II Radiographic Procedures III Clinical Radiography III Radiographic Science Principles of Imaging Radiographic Equipment Principles of Radiation Biology and Protection Radiologic Technology Review Clinical Radiography IV MUSC 1101 3 FYES 1000 ALHS 1090 BIOL 2113/L BIOL 2114/L RADT 1010 RADT 1030 RADT 1320 RADT 1060 RADT 1330 RADT 2090 RADT 2340 RADT 1065 RADT 1075 RADT 1085 RADT 1200 RADT 2260 RADT 2360 64 2 2 3/1 3/1 4 3 4 3 7 2 6 2 4 3 2 3 9 Total Hours 79 **Suggested First Semester classes: ENGL 1101, BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L and MATH 1111 Computed Tomography Clinical Specialist Certificate Program CT91 Program Description The Computed Tomography (CT) technical certificate program provides educational opportunities to the post-graduate registered Radiologic Technologist, registered Radiation Therapist and registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist in good standing. It provides students with the knowledge needed to perform CT exams, and to sit for the Post-Primary Computed Tomography Certification Examination. The academic component is designed to meet competency requirements of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exam in Computed Tomography, as well as providing for continuing educational requirements. Occupational Trends: Employment is projected to grow faster than average. Those with knowledge of more than one diagnostic imaging procedure, such as CT, MR, and mammography, will have the best employment opportunities. (Program Length: 2 Semesters) • Student applying for this program must be A.R.R.T. Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, or Radiation Therapy certified in good standing. Students must maintain this certification for the duration of the program. • Students are selected on a first come, first serve basis based on application completion date. • Enrollment will be limited due to availability of clinical slots. • In order to begin the clinical requirements, students must complete tuberculosis skin test, supply proof of immunization, undergo a background check, and submit to a drug screen test. 252 HEALTH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS Graduation Requirements Completion of all required courses. Employment Opportunities General hospitals, outpatient centers, orthopedic offices and independent imaging facilities CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Introduction to Computed Tomography Computed Tomography Procedures I Computed Tomography Clinical I CT Physics and Instrumentation Computed Tomography Procedures II Computed Tomography Clinical II NUMBER RADT RADT RADT RADT RADT RADT 2201 2220 2250 2210 2230 2265 Total Hours CREDITS 21 2 3 4 5 3 4 21 **Suggested First Semester classes: RADT 2201, RADT 2220, and RADT 2250 253 HEALTH IMAGING AND INFORMATICS Magnetic Resonance Imaging Specialist Certificate Program MRI1 Program Description The magnetic resonance imaging technical certificate program provides educational opportunities to the post-graduate registered Radiologic Technologist, registered Radiation Therapist, registered Sonographer, and registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist in good standing. It provides students with the knowledge needed to perform MRI exams, and to sit for the Post-Primary Magnetic Resonance Imaging certification Examination. The academic component is designed to meet competency requirements of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exam in Magnetic Resonance Imaging, as well as providing for continuing educational requirements. Occupational Trends: Employment is projected to grow faster than average. Those with knowledge of more than one diagnostic imaging procedure, such as CT, MR, and mammography, will have the best employment opportunities. This program is only offered full-time, during the day. (Program Length: 2 Semesters) • Student applying for this program must be A.R.R.T. Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, or Radiation Therapy certified in good standing. Students must maintain this certification for the duration of the program. • Students are selected on a first come, first serve basis based on application completion date. • Enrollment will be limited due to availability of clinical slots. • In order to begin the clinical requirements, students must complete tuberculosis skin test, supply proof of immunization, undergo a background check, and submit to a drug screen test. Graduation Requirements Completion of all required courses. Employment Opportunities General hospitals, outpatient centers, orthopedic offices and independent imaging facilities CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Orientation and Introduction to MRI Magnetic Resonance Imaging Clinical Education I MRI Procedures & Cross Sectional Anatomy MRI Physics and Instrumentation Magnetic Resonance Imaging Clinical Education II MRI Review NUMBER MRIM MRIM MRIM MRIM MRIM MRIM 2300 2350 2320 2330 2360 2370 Total Hours **Suggested First Semester classes: MRIM 2300, MRIM 2320, and MRIM 2350 254 CREDITS 24 3 6 3 3 6 3 24 HEALTH SCIENCES Criminal Justice Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree CJT3 Program Description The criminal justice technology associate degree is a sequence of courses that prepares students for criminal justice professions. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of criminal justice theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a criminal justice technology associate degree. Graduates who are current practitioners will benefit through enhancement of career potential. (Program Length: 5 Semesters Minimum) A criminal background check will be completed prior to the first day of the practicum or externship (CRJU 2090/ CRJU 2100) by most Criminal Justice agencies. Failure to complete and pass this criminal background check to the satisfaction of the internship site will prohibit the externship experience, thus, terminating the student from the program before graduation. Program director approval is required before registration of the practicum or externship (CRJU 2090/ CRJU 2100). Employment Opportunities Entry-level positions in corrections, security, investigative, and law enforcement fields CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses Area I – Language Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric Public Speaking CREDITS 18 ENGL 1101 SPCH 1101 3 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Successful completion of POLS 1101 is required) American Government POLS 1101 3 (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics Principles of Macroeconomics Principles of Microeconomics Introduction to Sociology World History I World History II U. S. History I U. S. History II Introductory Psychology 250 ECON 1101 ECON 2105 ECON 2106 SOCI 1101 HIST 1111 HIST 1112 HIST 2111 HIST 2112 PSYC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 HEALTH SCIENCES Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Choose ONE of the following) College Algebra MATH 1111 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 3 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Introduction to Criminal Justice Corrections Principles of Law Enforcement Ethics and Cultural Perspectives for Criminal Justice Criminal Procedures Criminal Law for Criminal Justice Constitutional Law for Criminal Justice Juvenile Justice Criminal Justice Technology Practicum OR Criminal Justice Externship Elective(s) FYES 1000 CRJU 1010 CRJU 1030 CRJU 1040 CRJU 1400 CRJU 2050 CRJU 1068 CRJU 2020 CRJU 2070 CRJU 2090 CRJU 2100 CRJU xxxx Total Hours 44 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 (3) 15 62 Elective(s): any CRJU courses not required for program completion and/or: ACCT 2155, BUSN 1100, CIST 1001, ENGL 1102, SOCI 1101, SOCI 1160, MGMT 1100, MGMT 1110, MGMT 1115, PSYC 2103, PSYC 2250, EMSP 1010. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, CRJU 1010, and CRJU 1400 Criminal Justice Technology Diploma Program CJT2 Program Description The criminal justice technology diploma is a sequence of courses that prepares students for criminal justice professions. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of criminal justice theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a criminal justice technology diploma. Graduates who are current practitioners will benefit through enhancement of career potential. Technical courses apply to the degree program in criminal justice technology. (Program Length: 5 Semesters Minimum) A criminal background check will be completed prior to the first day of the practicum or externship (CRJU 2090/CRJU 2100) by most Criminal Justice agencies. Failure to complete and pass this criminal background check to the satisfaction of the internship site will prohibit the externship experience, thus, terminating the student from the program before graduation. Program director approval is required before registration of the practicum or externship (CRJU 2090/CRJU 2100). 251 HEALTH SCIENCES Employment Opportunities Entry-level positions in corrections, security, investigative, and law enforcement fields CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Basic Psychology ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 PSYC 1010 9 3 3 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Introduction to Criminal Justice Corrections Principles of Law Enforcement Ethics and Cultural Perspectives for Criminal Justice Criminal Procedure Criminal Law for Criminal Justice Constitutional Law for Criminal Justice Juvenile Justice Criminal Justice Technology Practicum OR Criminal Justice Externship Elective(s) FYES 1000 CRJU 1010 CRJU 1030 CRJU 1040 CRJU 1400 CRJU 2050 CRJU 1068 CRJU 2020 CRJU 2070 CRJU 2090 CRJU 2100 CRJU xxxx 38 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 (3) 9 Total Hours 48 Elective(s): any CRJU courses not required in program completion and/or. ACCT 2155, BUSN 1100, CIST 1001, ENGL 1102, SOCI 1101, MGMT 1100, SOCI 1160, MGMT 1110, MGMT 1115, PSYC 2103, PSYC 2250, EMSP 1010. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, CRJU 1010, and CRJU 1400 Dental Assisting Diploma Program DA12 Program Description The dental assisting diploma prepares students for employment in a variety of positions in today’s dental offices. The program provides learning opportunities, which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in the area of dental assisting. The dental assisting program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association. Graduates of the program receive a dental assisting diploma. The dental assisting program includes instruction in dental assisting with chair side and laboratory procedures, adjunctive patient care, dental office management, infection control, and patient 252 HEALTH SCIENCES education. The graduate may become a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) by taking and passing the Dental Assisting National Board. This program is only offered full-time, during the day. (Program Length: 3 Semesters plus prerequisite core completion) Prerequisites Length of time to complete prerequisites varies depending on applicants’ transfer credit and/or testing results. The time to complete prerequisites is not included in the total program lengths listed. It is the student’s responsibility to notify the admissions office once pre-requisites have been completed. File completion does not guarantee an interview or acceptance. Prerequisites must be completed by deadline. (ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1101, MATH 1012 or MATH 1111, PSYC 1010 or PSYC 1101, FYES 1000, ALHS 1011) Please see the competitive health application at www.gwinnetttech.edu/forms for additional information. Employment Opportunities Private dental offices, dental schools, hospital dental departments, state and local public health departments, private dental clinics, dental clinics of the U.S. Public Health Service, the Veterans Administration, and the Armed Forces CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Basic Psychology ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 PSYC 1010 9 3 3 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Introduction to Healthcare Structure and Function of the Human Body Microbiology and Infection Control Dental Biology Dental Assisting I: General Chairside Preventive Dentistry Oral Pathology and Therapeutics Dental Assisting II: Dental Specialties & EFDA Skills Dental Radiology Dental Practicum I Dental Assisting National Board Examination Preparation Dental Practice Management Dental Practicum II Dental Practicum III FYES 1000 ALHS 1040 ALHS 1011 DENA 1050 DENA 1080 DENA 1340 DENA 1030 DENA 1070 DENA 1350 DENA 1390 DENA 1460 DENA 1090 DENA 1400 DENA 1470 DENA 1480 49 2 3 5 3 5 6 2 2 7 4 1 1 2 1 5 Total Hours 58 Students must complete ENGL 1010, MATH 1012, PSYC 1010, FYES 1000, ALHS 1011 prior to admission. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1010, PSYC 1010, and ALHS 1011 253 HEALTH SCIENCES Basic Dental Assisting Certificate Program BDA1 Program Description The basic dental assisting certificate provides students with entry-level training for employment in today’s dental offices. The program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop and reinforce a variety of general dental assisting duties including infection control, sterilization techniques, oral anatomy, professionalism and work ethics, CPR training and basic chair side assisting skills. Graduates of the program receive a basic dental assisting certificate. This certificate is an exitpoint for students who have been accepted into the dental assisting diploma program. Technical courses apply to the diploma program in dental assisting. This program is only offered full- time, during the day. (Program Length: 1 Semester Minimum) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the dental assisting diploma program. Employment Opportunities Private dental offices, state and local public health departments, private dental clinics and the Armed Forces CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Microbiology and Infection Control Dental Anatomy Dental Assisting I: General Chairside NUMBER CREDITS DENA 1050 DENA 1080 DENA 1340 14 3 5 6 Total Hours 14 **Suggested First Semester classes: DENA 1080, and DENA 1050 Advanced Dental Assisting Certificate Program AD21 Program Description The advanced dental assisting certificate provides students with advanced level training for employment in today’s dental offices. The program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop and reinforce advanced dental assisting skills including expanded duties as required by the Georgia Board of Dentistry, oral pathology, dental practice and office management skills and a review and preparation for the Dental Assisting National Board Certification Exam. Graduates of the program receive an advanced dental assisting certificate, an expanded duties certificate and are eligible to take the Dental Assisting National Board Certification Exam. This program is only offered 254 HEALTH SCIENCES full-time, during the day. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 2 Semester Minimum) Students applying to this program must be accepted into the dental assisting diploma program. Employment Opportunities Private dental offices, dental schools, hospital dental departments, state and local public health departments, private dental clinics, dental clinics of the U.S. Public Health Service, the Veterans Administration and the Armed Forces CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential Technical Courses Dental Assisting II: Dental Specialties & EFDA Skills Dental Radiology Dental Practice Management Dental Practicum I DENA DENA DENA DENA 1350 1390 1400 1460 Total Hours CREDITS 14 7 4 2 1 14 **Suggested First Semester classes: DENA 1390, and DENA 1460 Healthcare Science: Pre-Paramedicine Certificate Program HS21/PPM1 Program Description The healthcare science pre-paramedicine certificate provides students with general education courses that serve as a foundation for further study in a degree-level nursing program. This is a degreelevel certificate. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities A variety of entry level positions are available in a wide range of health care settings such as hospitals, rehabilitation and assisted living facilities, and home health care agencies. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential General Education Core Courses NUMBER CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 255 HEALTH SCIENCES Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 Math Modeling MATH 1101 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L Biology I & Lab BIOL 1111/L Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L Chemistry II & Lab CHEM 1212/L College Trigonometry MATH 1112 Precalculus MATH 1113 Introduction to Statistics MATH 1127 Calculus I MATH 1131 Calculus II MATH 1132 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical and Occupational Courses: Pre-Associate Degree Paramedicine Concentration First Year Experience Anatomy & Physiology I & Lab Anatomy & Physiology II & Lab Elective(s) Total Hours PPM1 FYES 1000 BIOL 2113/L BIOL 2114/L XXXX xxxx 21 2 3/1 3/1 11 36 Elective(s): EMSP 1010, SOCI 1120, or additional General Education courses from Areas I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, MATH 1111 or MATH 1101, and BIOL 2113/L 256 HEALTH SCIENCES Paramedicine Associate of Applied Science Degree PT13 Program Description The paramedicine associate in applied science degree program prepares students to provide advanced emergency medical care for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the complex knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Paramedics function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. Paramedics perform interventions with the basic and advanced equipment typically found on an ambulance. The paramedic is a link from the scene into the health care system. The paramedicine degree program prepares students for employment in paramedic positions in today’s health services field. The paramedic degree program provides learning opportunities that introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills from the EMT/EMT-I 1985/AEMT levels to a paramedic level. Successful completion of the program allows the graduate to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Paramedic certification examination and apply for licensure with the Georgia State Office of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma (SOEMST) as a paramedic. The program is approved by the Georgia Department of Public Health, Office of EMS and Trauma. The EMS program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation for Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Profession (www.CoAEMSP.org). Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs 1361 Park Street Clearwater, FL 33756 727-210-2350 www.CoAEMSP.org Successful completion of the program allows the graduate to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Paramedic certification examination and apply for licensure with the Georgia State Office of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma (SOEMST) as a paramedic. (Program Length: 5 Semesters Minimum) Entrance Requirements: In addition to the standard college entrance requirements, those applying to the paramedicine degree program must hold current certification and/or licensure as an: EMT I/85; EMT I/99; or AEMT. Criminal background checks and drug screens are required based on the requirements for participation in clinical experiences. Please see the competitive health application at www.gwinnetttech.edu/forms for additional information. Employment Opportunities Emergency Medical Services, hospital emergency departments, aeromedical transport, armed forces, industry, urgent care clinics, physicians’ offices, local fire and police service. 257 HEALTH SCIENCES CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1100 Math Modeling MATH 1101 Physical Science I PHSC 1111 Conceptual Physics & Lab PHYS 1110/L Introductory Physics I & Lab PHYS 1111/L Biology I & Lab BIOL 1111/L Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L Chemistry II & Lab CHEM 1212/L College Trigonometry MATH 1112 Precalculus MATH 1113 Introduction to Statistics MATH 1127 Calculus I MATH 1131 Calculus II MATH 1132 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Anatomy & Physiology I & Lab Anatomy & Physiology II & Lab Foundations of Paramedicine 258 FYES 1000 BIOL 2113/L BIOL 2114/L EMSP 2110 54 2 3/1 3/1 3 Applications of Pathophysiology for Paramedics Advanced Resuscitative Skills for Paramedics Advanced Cardiovascular Concepts Therapeutic Modalities of Cardiovascular Care Therapeutic Modalities of Medical Care Therapeutic Modalities of Trauma Care Therapeutic Modalities for Special Patient Populations Clinical Applications for the Paramedic I Clinical Applications for the Paramedic II Clinical Applications for the Paramedic III Clinical Applications for the Paramedic IV Clinical Applications for the Paramedic V Clinical Applications for the Paramedic VI Clinical Applications for the Paramedic VII Field Internship for the Paramedic Practical Applications for the Paramedic EMSP EMSP EMSP EMSP EMSP EMSP EMSP EMSP EMSP EMSP EMSP EMSP EMSP EMSP EMSP EMSP HEALTH SCIENCES 2120 2130 2140 2310 2320 2330 2340 2510 2520 2530 2540 2550 2560 2570 2710 2720 Total Hours 3 3 4 3 5 4 4 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 2 3 69 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, BIOL 2113/L, and MATH 1111 Paramedicine Diploma Program PT12 Program Description The paramedicine diploma program prepares students to provide advanced emergency medical care for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the complex knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Paramedics function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. Paramedics perform interventions with the basic and advanced equipment typically found on an ambulance. The paramedic is a link from the scene into the health care system. The paramedicine diploma program prepares students for employment in paramedic positions in today’s health services field. The paramedic diploma program provides learning opportunities that introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills from the EMT/EMT-I 1985/AEMT levels to a paramedic level. The program is approved by the Georgia Department of Public Health, Office of EMS and Trauma. The EMS program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation for Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Profession (www.CoAEMSP.org). Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs 1361 Park Street Clearwater, FL 33756 727-210-2350 www.CoAEMSP.org 259 HEALTH SCIENCES Successful completion of the program allows the graduate to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Paramedic certification examination and apply for licensure with the Georgia State Office of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma (SOEMST) as a paramedic. (Program Length: 5 Semesters Minimum) Entrance Requirements In addition to the standard college entrance requirements, those applying to the paramedicine diploma program must hold current certification and/or licensure as an: EMT I/85; EMT I/99; or AEMT. Criminal background checks and drug screens are required based on the requirements for participation in clinical experiences. Employment Opportunities Emergency Medical Services, hospital emergency departments, aeromedical transport, armed forces, industry, urgent care clinics, physicians’ offices, local fire and police service. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 6 3 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Structure and Function of the Human Body Foundations of Paramedicine Applications of Pathophysiology for Paramedics Advanced Resuscitative Skills for Paramedics Advanced Cardiovascular Concepts Therapeutic Modalities of Cardiovascular Care Therapeutic Modalities of Medical Care Therapeutic Modalities of Trauma Care Therapeutic Modalities for Special Patient Populations Clinical Applications for the Paramedic I Clinical Applications for the Paramedic II Clinical Applications for the Paramedic III Clinical Applications for the Paramedic IV Clinical Applications for the Paramedic V Clinical Applications for the Paramedic VI Clinical Applications for the Paramedic VII Field Internship for the Paramedic Practical Applications for the Paramedic FYES 1000 ALHS 1011 EMSP 2110 EMSP 2120 EMSP 2130 EMSP 2140 EMSP 2310 EMSP 2320 EMSP 2330 EMSP 2340 EMSP 2510 EMSP 2520 EMSP 2530 EMSP 2540 EMSP 2550 EMSP 2560 EMSP 2570 EMSP 2710 EMSP 2720 51 2 5 3 3 3 4 3 5 4 4 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 2 3 Total Hours 57 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1010, ALHS 1011, and MATH 1012 260 HEALTH SCIENCES EMS Professions Diploma Program EP12 Program Description Students who complete the EMS professions diploma will be able to fluidly move into the paramedicine program at the diploma level. Successful completion of the program allows the graduate to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians AEMT certification examination and to apply for Georgia licensure as an AEMT. The primary focus of the advanced emergency medical technician is to provide basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Advanced emergency medical technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. Advanced emergency medical technicians perform interventions with the basic and advanced equipment typically found on an ambulance. The advanced emergency medical technician is a link from the scene to the emergency health care system. The program is approved by the Georgia Department of Public Health, Office of EMS and Trauma. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Entrance Requirements Criminal background checks and drug screens are required based on the requirements for participation in clinical experiences. Prerequisites must be completed by the program deadline. (ALHS 1090, FYES 1000, ALHS 1011, ENGL 1010, and MATH 1012) Please see the competitive health application at www.gwinnetttech.edu/forms for additional information. Employment Opportunities Emergency Medical Services, hospital emergency departments, Armed Forces, industry, urgent care clinics, physicians’ offices, local fire and police services. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 6 3 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Structure and Function of the Human Body Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences Introduction to the EMT Profession EMT Assessment/Airway Management and Pharmacology Medical Emergencies for the EMT Special Patient Populations Shock and Trauma for the EMT Clinical and Practical Applications for the EMT Advanced Concepts for the AEMT Advanced Patient Care for the AEMT FYES 1000 ALHS 1011 ALHS 1090 EMSP 1110 EMSP 1120 EMSP 1130 EMSP 1140 EMSP 1150 EMSP 1160 EMSP 1510 EMSP 1520 35 2 5 2 3 3 3 3 3 1 3 3 261 HEALTH SCIENCES Clinical Applications for the AEMT Clinical and Practical Applications for the AEMT EMSP 1530 EMSP 1540 Total Hours 1 3 41 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1010, ALHS 1011, ALHS 1090 and MATH 1012 Emergency Medical Responder - EMR Certificate Program EB71 Program Description The emergency medical responder certificate program prepares students to initiate immediate lifesaving care to critical patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide lifesaving interventions while awaiting additional EMS response and to assist higher level personnel at the scene and during transport. Emergency medical responders function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. The emergency medical responder (EMR) technical certificate of credit provides students with the opportunity to prepare for entry-level into the emergency medical services professions for possible employment in a variety of pre-hospital, industrial and first responder settings. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 1 Semester Minimum) Employment Opportunities First Responder agencies (police or fire services), Armed Forces, or industry. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Structure and Function of the Human Body Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences Emergency Medical Responder NUMBER CREDITS ALHS 1011 ALHS 1090 EMSP 1010 11 5 2 4 Total Hours **Suggested First Semester classes: ALHS 1011 and ALHS 1090 262 11 HEALTH SCIENCES Emergency Medical Technician Certificate Program EMJ1 Program Description The emergency medical technician certificate program prepares students to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Emergency medical technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. Emergency medical technicians perform interventions with the basic equipment typically found on an ambulance. The emergency medical technician is a link from the scene to the emergency healthcare system. Successful completion of the program allows the graduate to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians EMT certification examination and apply for Georgia licensure as an EMT. The program is approved by the Georgia Department of Public Health, Office of EMS and Trauma (Program Length: 1 Semester Minimum) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the EMS profession diploma. The emergency medical technician certificate is imbedded into the EMS professions diploma. Entrance Requirements Criminal background checks and drug screens are required based on the requirements for participation in clinical experiences. Employment Opportunities Emergency Medical Services, hospital emergency departments, Armed Forces, industry, urgent care clinics, physicians’ offices, local fire and police services. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Introduction to the EMT Profession EMT Assessment/Airway Management and Pharmacology Medical Emergencies for the EMT Special Patient Populations Shock and Trauma for the EMT Clinical and Practical Applications for the EMT NUMBER EMSP EMSP EMSP EMSP EMSP EMSP Total Hours 1110 1120 1130 1140 1150 1160 CREDITS 16 3 3 3 3 3 1 16 **Suggested First Semester classes: ALHS 1011 and ALHS 1090 263 HEALTH SCIENCES Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) Certificate Program EMH1 Program Description The advanced emergency medical technician certificate program prepares students to provide basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Advanced emergency medical technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. Advanced emergency medical technicians perform interventions with the basic and advanced equipment typically found on an ambulance. The advanced emergency medical technician is a link from the scene to the emergency health care system. Successful completion of the program allows the graduate to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians AEMT certification examination and apply for Georgia licensure as an AEMT. The program is approved by the Georgia Department of Public Health, Office of EMS and Trauma. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 1 Semester Minimum) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the EMS professions diploma. The advanced emergency medical technician certificate is imbedded into the EMS professions diploma. Entrance Requirements Submit documentation of current certification and/or licensure as an: EMT or EMT-Basic (with successful completion of Georgia State Office of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma (SOEMST) EMT-B to EMT update course); or proof of successful completion of EMSP 1110, EMSP 1120, EMSP 1130, EMSP 1140, EMSP 1150, AND EMSP 1160. Criminal background checks and drug screens are required based on the requirements for participation in clinical experiences. Employment Opportunities Emergency Medical Services, hospital emergency departments, Armed Forces, industry, urgent care clinics, physicians’ offices, local fire and police services. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Advanced Concepts for the AEMT Advanced Patient Care for the AEMT Clinical Applications for the AEMT Clinical and Practical Applications for the AEMT NUMBER EMSP EMSP EMSP EMSP Total Hours **Suggested First Semester classes: ALHS 1011 and ALHS 1090 264 1510 1520 1530 1540 CREDITS 10 3 3 1 3 10 HEALTH SCIENCES Healthcare Science: Pre-Respiratory Certificate Program HS21/PRE1 Program Description The healthcare science pre-respiratory certificate provides students with general education courses that serve as a foundation for further study in the degree-level respiratory program. This is a degreelevel certificate. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities A variety of entry level positions are available in a wide range of health care settings such as hospitals, rehabilitation and assisted living facilities, and home health care agencies. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER 16 Essential General Education Core Courses Area I – Language/Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric CREDITS ENGL 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Area III – Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful Completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 Mathematical Modeling MATH 1101 3 (3) (Successful Completion of CHEM 1211/L is required) Chemistry I & Lab 3/1 CHEM 1211/L Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 Essential Technical Courses: Pre-Respiratory Care Concentration First Year Experience Anatomy & Physiology I & Lab PRE1 FYES 1000 BIOL 2113/L 20 2 3/1 265 HEALTH SCIENCES Anatomy & Physiology II & Lab Introductory Microbiology & Lab Elective(s) BIOL 2114/L BIOL 2117/L XXXX xxxx Total Hours 3/1 3/1 6 36 Elective(s): any ALHS course, BIOL 2311, EMSP 1010, SOCI 1120, or additional General Education courses from Areas I, Area II, Area III, Area IV. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, MATH 1111 or MATH 1101, and BIOL 2113/L Respiratory Care Associate of Applied Science Degree RCT3 Program Description The goal of the respiratory care program is to prepare graduates with demonstrated competence in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains of respiratory care practice as performed by registered respiratory therapists (RRTs). Learning opportunities develop academic and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes specialized training in areas such as pulmonary and cardiac pharmacology, medical gases, humidity/aerosol therapy, positive pressure ventilation, incentive spirometry, patient assessment, postural drainage, percussion/vibration, assessment of diseases and conditions, critical respiratory care, advanced critical care monitoring, pulmonary function testing, and pediatric and neonatal respiratory care. In order to begin the clinical requirements, students must complete tuberculosis skin test, supply proof of immunization, undergo a background check, and submit to a drug screen test. Program graduates receive a respiratory care associate degree which qualifies them to take the examinations to become a Registered Respiratory Therapist. The Gwinnett Technical College Respiratory Care program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (www.coarc.com): Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care 1248 Harwood Road Bedford, Texas 76021-4244 817-283-2835 Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care Programmatic Outcomes Data: http://www.coarc.com/47.html Students may become certified by taking the Therapist Multiple Choice Examination (TMC) administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care. There are two established cut scores for the Therapist Multiple-Choice Examination. If a candidate achieves the lower cut score, they will earn the Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential. If a candidate achieves the higher cut score, they will earn the CRT credential AND become eligible for the Clinical Simulation Examination (provided that those eligibility requirements are met and the candidate is eligible to earn the RRT credential). To work in the state of Georgia, all respiratory care practitioners must apply and be granted a license. The 266 HEALTH SCIENCES only way to obtain a license is to pass at least the Therapist Multiple-Choice Exam. This program is only offered full-time, during the day. (Program Length: 4 Semesters plus required core prerequisites) Prerequisites Length of time to complete prerequisites varies depending on applicants’ transfer credit and/or testing results. The time to complete prerequisites is not including in the total program lengths listed. It is the student’s responsibility to notify the admissions office once pre-requisites have been completed. File completion does not guarantee an interview or acceptance. Students must complete all prerequisite courses prior to the admission deadline of September 1st with a minimum 2.5 GPA on the seven prerequisite courses. (FYES 1000, ENGL 1101; CHEM 1211 and CHEM 1211L; MATH 1111 or 1101 or 1113; BIOL 2113 and BIOL 2113L; BIOL 2114 and BIOL 2114L; BIOL 2117 and BIOL 2117L). Please see the competitive health application at www.gwinnetttech.edu/forms for additional information. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER 16 Essential General Education Core Courses Area I – Language Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric* CREDITS ENGL 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful Completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra* MATH 1111 Mathematical Modeling* MATH 1101 3 (3) (Successful Completion of CHEM 1211/L is required) Chemistry I* 3/1 CHEM 1211/L Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Anatomy and Physiology I* Anatomy and Physiology II* Introductory Microbiology* Pharmacology Clinical Practice I Pulmonary Disease FYES 1000 BIOL 2113/L BIOL 2114/L BIOL 2117/L RESP 1110 RESP 2090 RESP 2110 3 3 3 3 64 2 3/1 3/1 3/1 3 2 3 267 HEALTH SCIENCES Respiratory Therapy Lab I Introduction to Respiratory Therapy Clinical Practice II Advanced Critical Care Monitoring Clinical Practice III Critical Respiratory Care Mechanical Ventilation Equipment and Airway Care Neonatal Pediatric Respiratory Care Clinical Practice IV Clinical Practice V Advanced Respiratory Care Seminar Rehabilitation and Home Care Clinical Practice VI Pulmonary Function Testing Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology RESP RESP RESP RESP RESP RESP RESP RESP RESP RESP RESP RESP RESP RESP RESP 1130 1120 2100 2140 2180 2120 2130 2160 2190 2200 2170 2270 2220 2150 1193 Total Hours 4 3 2 1 2 2 4 3 2 3 3 1 7 1 4 80 *Students must complete these courses before program admission. Applicants must have at least a 2.5 GPA on all of these classes to be considered for program acceptance. All prerequisites must be completed prior to September 1, 2015 for the January 2016 class. Files completed after September 1, 2015 will be considered ONLY if there is space remaining after reviewing all early admission/ priority deadline completed files. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, MATH 1111, and PSYC 1101 Healthcare Science Pre-Surgical Certificate Program HS21/PST1 Program Description The healthcare science pre-surgical technology certificate provides students with general education courses that serve as a foundation for further study in a degree-level surgical technology program. This is a degree-level certificate. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities Hospitals and other institutions that have operating room, delivery room, and/or emergency room facilities; government agencies such as Veterans Administration Medical Centers and the Armed Forces; Instrument and Equipment Sales. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses Area 1 – Language/Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric Literature and Composition 268 CREDITS 15 ENGL 1101 ENGL 1102 3 3 Area II – Social/Behavioral Sciences Introductory Psychology HEALTH SCIENCES PSYC 1101 3 Area III – Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Choose ONE of the following) College Algebra MATH 1111 Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 Essential Technical and Occupational Courses: Pre-Associate Degree Surgical Concentration First Year Experience Anatomy & Physiology I & Lab Anatomy & Physiology II & Lab Introductory Microbiology & Lab Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences Elective(s) PST1 FYES 1000 BIOL 2113/L BIOL 2114/L BIOL 2117/L ALHS 1090 XXXX xxxx Total Hours 21 2 3/1 3/1 3/1 2 5 36 Elective(s): any ALHS course, BIOL 2311, EMSP 1010, SOCI 1120, or additional General Education courses from Areas I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, MATH 1101, and BIOL 2113/L Surgical Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree ST13 Program Description The surgical technology degree program prepares students for employment in a variety of positions in the surgical field. The surgical technology degree program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and technical knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in surgical technology. Graduates of the program receive a surgical technology degree and are qualified for employment as surgical technologists. The Gwinnett Technical College Surgical Technology program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Accreditation Review Committee on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARCSTSA.org). Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs 1361 Park Street Clearwater, FL 33756 Phone: 727-210-2350 Fax: 727-210-2354 269 HEALTH SCIENCES ARCSTSA 6 W. Dry Creek Circle, Suite #110 Littleton, CO 80120 Phone: 303-694-9262 Students will become certified as a surgical technologist by taking the National Surgical Technologists Certification Exam administered through the (NBSTSA) National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. This program is only offered full-time, during the day. (Program Length: 3 Semesters plus prerequisite core completion.) Prerequisites Length of time to complete prerequisites varies depending on applicants’ transfer credit and/or testing results. The time to complete prerequisites is not included in the total program length. It is the student’s responsibility to notify the admissions office once pre-requisites have been completed. In order to begin the clinical requirements, students must complete a tuberculosis skin test, supply proof of immunization, undergo a background check, and submit to a drug screen test. File completion does not guarantee an interview or acceptance into the program. Prerequisites must be completed by the program deadline. (FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, PSYC 1101, MATH 1111 or 1101, ALHS 1090, BIOL 2113 and BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114 and BIOL 2114L, BIOL 2117 and BIOL 2117L, ENG1102) Minimum 2.5 GPA. Please see the competitive health application at www.gwinnetttech.edu/forms for additional information. Special Admission for Current Surgical Technologists Applicants who have previously completed a Surgical Technology diploma program may apply for admission to the associate degree program in order to complete the degree-level General Education Core Courses and Essential Technical Courses. Applicants must submit transcripts showing successful completion of a TCSG accredited Surgical Technology diploma program. In addition, applicants must submit proof of current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification. Prerequisites: ENGL 1101, MATH 1111 or MATH 1101, and BIOL 2113 and BIOL 2113L. A minimum of 40% of program requirements bust be completed at Gwinnett Tech in order to earn the Surgical Technology Degree. Graduation Requirements All surgical technology students are required to pass a comprehensive exit exam with a score of 70 percent or better in order to complete the program. The comprehensive exam is administered in SURG 2240, Seminar in Surgical Technology. Students must complete a minimum of 120 total scrub cases: 80 first scrub; 40 second scrub. Students are also required to Scrub a total minimum number of 120 cases. To graduate the cases must be comprised from the following: Students are required to complete a minimum of thirty (30) cases in General Surgery. Twenty (20) of those cases should be in the First Scrub Role (as defined on page 175 of the CCST6e). Students are required to complete a minimum of ninety (90) cases in various surgical specialties. Sixty (60) of those cases should be in the First Scrub Role and evenly, but not necessarily equally distributed between a minimum of at least five (5) surgical Specialties. However, fifteen (15) First or Second Scrub cases is the maximum number of cases that can be counted in any one surgical specialty. Employment Opportunities Hospitals and other institutions that have operating room, delivery room, and/or emergency room facilities; government agencies such as Veterans Administration Medical Centers and the Armed Forces; Instrument and Equipment Sales 270 HEALTH SCIENCES CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER 15 Essential General Education Core Courses Area I – Language Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric Literature and Composition Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences Introductory Psychology CREDITS ENGL 1101 ENGL 1102 3 3 PSYC 1101 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Medical Terminology Anatomy and Physiology I & Lab * Anatomy and Physiology II & Lab * Introductory Microbiology & Lab * Introduction to Surgical Technology Surgical Pharmacology Surgical Microbiology Principles of Surgical Technology Surgical Technology Clinical I Surgical Procedures I Surgical Technology Clinical III Surgical Technology Clinical IV Surgical Procedures II Surgical Technology Clinical V Seminar in Surgical Technology Total Hours FYES 1000 ALHS 1090 BIOL 2113/L BIOL 2114/L BIOL 2117/L SURG1010 SURG1100 SURG1080 SURG1020 SURG 2110 SURG 2030 SURG 2120 SURG 2130 SURG 2040 SURG 2140 SURG 2240 57 2 2 3/1 3/1 3/1 8 2 2 7 3 4 3 3 4 3 2 72 * BIOL 2113, BIOL 2114, and BIOL 2117 must be taken within 5 years of file completion deadline. *Students must complete all prerequisite courses prior to the file completion deadline (June 1 for Fall term and September 1 for Spring term) with a 2.5 GPA **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, MATH 1111, BIOL 2113 and BIOL2113L 271 HEALTH SCIENCES Healthcare Science: Pre-Veterinary Certificate Program HS21/PVE1 Program Description The healthcare science pre-veterinary technology certificate provides students with general education courses that serve as a foundation for further study in the degree-level veterinary technology program. This is a degree-level certificate. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities A variety of entry level positions are available in a wide range of health care settings such as hospitals, rehabilitation and assisted living facilities, and home health care agencies. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER 15 Essential General Education Core Courses Area I – Language/Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric CREDITS ENGL 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Area III – Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Choose ONE of the following) College Algebra MATH 1111 Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 General Education Elective: To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in general education courses, an additional 3 semester credit hours must be taken from Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Students can view the complete list of classes on pages 90-91. 272 HEALTH SCIENCES Essential Technical and Occupational Courses: Pre-Veterinary Technology Concentration First Year Experience Chemistry I & Lab Biology I & Lab Elective(s) PVE1 FYES 1000 CHEM 1211/L BIOL 1111/L XXXX xxxx Total Hours 21 2 3/1 3/1 11 36 Elective(s): any ALHS courses, BIOL 2311, EMSP 1010, PSYC 2250, SOCI 1120, ACCT 1100, MKTG 1100, or additional General Education courses. Please consult pages 90-91 for additional General Education course options **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, MATH 1101, and BIOL 1111/L Veterinary Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree VT23 Program Description The veterinary technology degree is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for careers in the field of veterinary technology. Learning opportunities develop academic and professional knowledge and skills for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Program graduates are to be competent in the general areas of humanities or fine arts, social or behavioral sciences, and natural sciences or mathematics. In addition, the program emphasizes specialized training in animal health care. Program graduates receive a veterinary technology associate of applied science degree and are eligible to sit for the Veterinary Technician National Examination to become qualified as registered veterinary technicians in the state of Georgia. The Gwinnett Technical College veterinary technology program is fully accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) as a program for educating veterinary technicians. This program is only offered full-time, during the day. (Program Length: 5 Semesters Minimum plus required core prerequisites) Prerequisites Length of time to complete prerequisites varies depending on applicants’ transfer credit and/or testing results. The time to complete prerequisites is not including in the total program lengths listed. It is the student’s responsibility to notify the admissions office once pre-requisites have been completed. File completion does not guarantee an interview or acceptance. Prerequisites must be completed by deadline. (ENGL 1101; FYES 1000; BIOL 1111 and BIOL 1111L; CHEM 1211 and CHEM 1211 L; MATH 1111 or MATH 1101 and one course from Area II and one course from Area IV. Please see the competitive health application at www.gwinnetttech.edu/forms for additional information.) Employment Opportunities Veterinary technician, positions in small and large animal practice, zoos, research, veterinary product sales and development and academia 273 HEALTH SCIENCES CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER 20 Essential General Education Core Courses Area I – Language Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric CREDITS ENGL 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 Math Modeling MATH 1101 Biology I & Lab BIOL1111/L Chemistry I & Lab CHEM 1211/L 3 3 3/1 3/1 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Veterinary Medical Terminology Introduction to Veterinary Technology Veterinary Clinical Procedures I Animal Anatomy and Physiology Veterinary Clinical Pathology I Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging Veterinary Clinical Procedures II Pharmacology for Veterinary Technicians Veterinary Practice Management Veterinary Anesthesiology and Surgical Procedures Veterinary Pathology and Diseases Veterinary Clinical Pathology II Laboratory and Exotic Animals for Veterinary Technicians Veterinary Technology Clinical Internship Total Hours FYES 1000 VETT 1000 VETT 1010 VETT 1030 VETT 1060 VETT 1020 VETT 1070 VETT 2130 VETT 2160 VETT 2220 VETT 2230 VETT 1110 VETT 2120 VETT 2210 VETT 2300 59 2 2 1 4 4 3 3 5 3 3 5 4 4 4 12 79 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, MATH 1111, BIOL 1111 and BIOL 1111L 274 HEALTH SCIENCES Veterinary Technician Assistant Certificate Program VA11 Program Description The veterinary technician assistant technical certificate provides educational opportunities to individuals that will enable them to obtain knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to succeed in an entry-level position in the field of veterinary assisting. Graduates are able to assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians in providing quality animal healthcare including obtaining and recording patient information, preparing patients, instruments and equipment for surgery; collecting samples and performing certain laboratory procedures; dressing wounds; assisting in diagnostic, medical, and surgical procedures; exposing and developing diagnostic radiographs; communicating with animal owners; and feeding and caring for animals. This program is not offered as a standalone program. This program is only offered full-time, during the day. Technical courses apply to the degree program in veterinary technology. (Program Length: 4 Semesters Minimum plus required core prerequisites) Students applying for this program must be accepted into the Veterinary Technology degree program. Employment Opportunities Veterinary assistant, animal healthcare assistant CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential General Education Core Courses Mathematical Modeling OR College Algebra Biology I & Lab Chemistry I & Lab Essential Technical Courses Veterinary Medical Terminology Introduction to Veterinary Technology Veterinary Clinical Pathology I Veterinary Clinical Procedures I Animal Anatomy and Physiology Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging Total Hours NUMBER CREDITS MATH 1101 MATH 1111 BIOL 1111/L CHEM 1211/L 11 3 (3) 3/1 3/1 VETT VETT VETT VETT VETT VETT 1000 1010 1020 1030 1060 1070 17 2 1 3 4 4 3 28 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, MATH 1111, BIOL 1111 and BIOL 1111L 275 LIFE SCIENCES Healthcare Science: Pre-Bioscience Certificate Program HS21/PBS1 Program Description The healthcare science pre-bioscience certificate provides students with general education courses that serve as a foundation for entry into the degree-level bioscience program. This is a degree-level certificate. (Program Length: 3 Semester Minimum) Employment Opportunities A variety of entry level positions are available in a wide range of life science careers with a degree in bioscience technology. Bioscience degree graduates are prepared for opportunities in environmental monitoring, quality control, pharmaceutical development and biological technology. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS 20 Essential General Education Core Courses Area 1 – Language/Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Area II – Social/Behavioral Sciences Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 MATH 1111 BIOL 1111/L CHEM 1211/L 3 3/1 3/1 Area III – Natural Sciences/Mathematics College Algebra Biology I & Lab Chemistry I & Lab Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Microbiology & Lab Introduction to Bioscience Chemistry II & Lab Elective(s) FYES 1000 BIOL 2117/L BSCI 1111 CHEM 1212/L XXXX xxxx 16 2 3/1 3 3/1 3 Total Hours 36 Elective(s): BSCI 1211, BSCI 1212, BSCI 1220, BSCI 1230, BSCI 1240, CHEM 2212/L 276 3 3 3 3 LIFE SCIENCES Note: Some courses have prerequisites which are not included in the program. Please check the course descriptions in the back of the catalog for prerequisite requirements. All courses are not offered every term. Please check course descriptions in back of catalog for terms offered. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MATH 1111, ENGL 1101, BIOL 1111/L and BSCI 1111 Bioscience Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree BT13 Program Description The bioscience technology degree prepares graduates to perform a number of biotechnology- related careers, including laboratory research, and skills to work in sophisticated biotechnology manufacturing settings. Bioscience encompasses many active areas of research on living organisms including development of drugs and medical devices, criminal forensics, environmental science, and agricultural biotechnology. This program focuses principally on advanced biochemistry and biotechnology laboratory skills, such as analytical DNA, RNA, and protein techniques, cell culture, and microbiology. Our educational approach emphasizes critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. Prior to admission into the bioscience technology associate of applied science degree program, students must successfully complete the following courses with a cumulative grade-point-average of at least 2.5 in these courses: ENGL 1101, MATH 1111, BIOL 1111, BIOL 1111L, BSCI 1111, BIOL 2117, BIOL 2117/L, CHEM 1211 and CHEM 1211L. Length of time to complete prerequisites varies depending on applicants’ transfer credit and/or testing results. It is the student’s responsibility to notify the admissions office once pre-requisites have been completed. File completion does not guarantee program acceptance. (Program Length: 4 semesters in addition to required general education prerequisites) Please see the competitive health application at www.gwinnetttech.edu/ forms for additional information. Employment Opportunities The skill set provided by this program is required to work in laboratories at research universities, biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, many major research hospitals, forensic, environmental and governmental laboratories. Additionally, these same skills are required to work at food production companies and biomanufacturing facilities that produce pharmaceuticals and vaccines for both humans and animals. Designing new medications and medical devices, improving the environment, enhancing food yield and quality are all examples of bioscience technology careers. 277 LIFE SCIENCES CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 20 Area I – Language Arts/Communication (Successful completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Public Speaking SPCH 1101 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (Choose ONE of the following) Principles of Economics ECON 1101 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2105 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2106 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 1101 World History I HIST 1111 World History II HIST 1112 U. S. History I HIST 2111 U. S. History II HIST 2112 American Government POLS 1101 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics College Algebra Biology I & Lab Chemistry I & Lab MATH 1111 BIOL 1111/L CHEM 1211/L Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Introductory Microbiology & Lab Chemistry II & Lab Organic Chemistry I & Lab Quantitative Analysis & Lab Introduction to Bioscience Regulatory Compliance Nucleic Acid Chemistry and Analysis Methods of Protein Analysis Integrative Biology Elective(s) FYES 1000 BIOL 2117/L CHEM 1212/L CHEM 2211/L CHEM 2300/L BSCI 1111 BSCI 1211 BSCI 2220 BSCI 2230 BSCI 2290 BSCI xxxx Total Hours 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3/1 3/1 3 3 3 3 47 2 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/2 3 3 4 4 5 9 67 Elective(s): BSCI 1212, BSCI 1220, BSCI 1230, BSCI 1240, BIOL 2300, BIOL 2250 Note: All course(s) are not offered every term. Please check course descriptions in back of catalog for terms offered. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, MATH 1111, BSCI 1111 and BIOL 1111/L 278 LIFE SCIENCES Bioscience Environmental Laboratory Technologist Certificate Program BED1 Program Description Environmental laboratory testing is a crucial aspect of our society’s environmental management. Drinking water purification and waste water management along with pollution remediation dominate the careers available to bioscience environmental laboratory technologists. This program prepares students to work in laboratories associated with environmental management. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities This program trains students to serve as laboratory technicians and regulatory specialists in environmental science settings (e.g., water and wastewater laboratories, state and federal environmental laboratories, pollution and remediation contract companies) and industrial settings (e.g., research, quality assurance, and contracting labs). Environmental laboratory technicians may work in laboratories analyzing water, wastewater, or other environmental samples including air and soil. A wide range of chemical and biological analyses are covered in the course. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Courses Foundations of Mathematics OR Algebraic Concepts MATH 1012 MATH 1013 3 3 (3) Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Introduction to Bioscience Regulatory Compliance Environmental Laboratory Testing Methods Pollution and Remediation FYES 1000 BSCI 1111 BSCI 1211 BSCI 1230 BSCI 1240 14 2 3 3 3 3 Total Hours 17 Note: Some courses have prerequisites which are not included in the program. Please check the course descriptions in the back of the catalog for prerequisite requirements. All courses are not offered every term. Please check course descriptions in back of catalog for terms offered. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MATH 1111, and BSCI 1111 279 LIFE SCIENCES Bioscience Regulatory Assurance Technologist Certificate Program BR21 Program Description This bioscience regulatory assurance technologist certificate will familiarize students with regulatory principles in bioscience and serve as an introduction to laboratory procedures common in quality managed bioscience laboratories. Applicants include individuals interested in changing careers and persons already working in the regulatory assurance industry. The program focuses on not only the regulatory system in the United States, but also the global trend towards international regulatory systems. (Program Length: 2 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities This certificate will train students to serve as quality management specialists in quality assurance contracting labs, state and federal laboratories and biotechnology manufacturing facilities. . Graduates may work in governmental positions during regulatory monitoring and enforcement while others may work in private industry on the compliance side of the assurance field. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Introduction to Bioscience Regulatory Compliance Validation, Documentation and Quality Assurance Fundamentals of Biomanufacturing NUMBER CREDITS ENGL 1010 3 3 FYES 1000 BSCI 1111 BSCI 1211 BSCI 1212 BSCI 1220 14 2 3 3 3 3 Total Hours 17 Note: Some courses have prerequisites which are not included in the program. Please check the course descriptions in the back of the catalog for prerequisite requirements. All courses are not offered every term. Please check course descriptions in back of catalog for terms offered. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, MATH 1111, and BSCI 1111 280 LIFE SCIENCES Clinical Research Professional Certificate Program CR31 Program Description The clinical research professional certificate will prepare graduates to function as well-qualified, entry-level, clinical research professionals (CRPs). Students will receive the necessary preparation in clinical research site procedures, governmental and local regulatory affairs, experimental design and statistics, technical reading and writing skills focusing on clinical research applications, and bioethics education to be successful as entry level CRPs. Training will be practical and concentrate on job skills necessary to become employed and advance as a CRP. Training will also cover areas important in preparing for, BTEC 2260 the certifying examinations of the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) or the Society of Clinical Research Associates (SoCRA). (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) In order to be eligible for admission, the applicant must meet one of the following criteria: 1) current certification or licensure in a health care field or 2) a diploma/degree in science or a health care field. Employment Opportunities Potential entry level positions in research programs at major hospitals, clinics, contract research organizations (CROs), and large medical practices CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE Essential Technical Courses Clinical Research Methods I Clinical Regulatory Procedures I Clinical Research Methods II Clinical Research Design & Statistics Technical Communication for Clinical Research Clinical Research Methods III Clinical Regulatory Procedures II Ethics for Clinical Research NUMBER BTEC BTEC BTEC BTEC BTEC BTEC BTEC BTEC 1100 1105 1110 2225 2230 2241 2255 2260 Total Hours CREDITS 22 3 3 3 2 3 3 3 2 22 **Suggested First Semester classes: BTEC 1100, BTEC 1105, and BTEC 2260 281 NURSING SCIENCES Healthcare Assistant Certificate Program HA21 Program Description The healthcare assistant certificate provides students with general education courses that serve as a foundation for further study in a diploma level allied health program or to enter the workforce as entry level health care providers. (Program Length: 3 Semester Minimum) Employment Opportunities A variety of entry level positions are available in a wide range of health care settings such as hospitals, rehabilitation assisted living facilities, and home care agencies. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics OR Algebraic Concepts Basic Psychology ENGL MATH MATH PSYC 1010 1012 1013 1010 9 3 3 (3) 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Structure and Function of the Human Body Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences Introduction to Health Care FYES ALHS ALHS ALHS 1000 1011 1090 1040 12 2 5 2 3 (Completion of ONE concentration is required for graduation) Occupational Courses: 8-13 Allied Health Concentration Health Care Communication Cultural Diversity and Healthcare Diet and Nutrition Therapy for Applied Health Sciences Elective 8AH1 ALHS 1140 ALHS 1180 ALHS 1060 XXXX xxxx 11 3 3 2 3 Medical Unit Secretary Concentration Document Production Office Procedures Word Processing Applications Elective 8MU1 BUSN 1440 BUSN 1240 BUSN 1400 XXXX xxxx 13 4 3 4 2 Patient Care Assistant Concentration Diet and Nutrition Therapy for Applied Health Sciences Nurse Aide Fundamentals Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development 8P21 ALHS 1060 NAST 1100 EMPL 1000 10 2 6 2 282 Course Descriptions Occupational Concentration 12 Students may apply 12 hours of coursework from another Health Program curriculum. Some courses may require admission into the respective program. Elective(s): EMPL 1000, any ALHS class, BIOL 1000, BUSN 1100, MAST 1120, EMSP 1010 Total Hours 35 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1010, MATH 1012 or MATH 1013 and PSYC 1010 Medical Assisting Diploma Program MA22 Currently Under Probe Review Program Description The medical assisting diploma prepares students for employment in a variety of positions in today’s medical offices. The program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in the area of medical assisting. Graduates of the program receive a Medical Assisting diploma. The goal of the medical assisting program is to prepare competent entry-level medical assistants in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behaviors) domain. This program is only offered full-time, during the day. Once a student starts courses with a MAST prefix, the student must complete them in the order outlined in the sample schedule. Due to guidelines set forth for work product by the accrediting body, students must complete all MAST courses at GTC in order to complete the program. (Program length: 5 Semesters Minimum) The Gwinnett Technical College Diploma level Medical Assisting Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB). Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs 1361 Park Street Clearwater, FL 33756 (727) 210-2350 www.caahep.org Prerequisites Length of time to complete prerequisites varies depending on applicants’ transfer credit and/or testing results. The time to complete prerequisites is not included in the total program length listed. It is the student’s responsibility to notify the admissions office once pre-requisites have been completed. File completion does not guarantee an interview or acceptance. Prerequisites must be completed by the deadline for fall admission with a 2.5 GPA. (ALHS 1090, ALHS 1011, ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1101, 283 NURSING SCIENCES MATH 1012 or MATH 1111, PSYC 1010 or PSYC 1101, and FYES 1000.) Applicants are required to take the TEAS test administered in the Assessment Center and a competitive admission process begins. Please see the competitive health application at www.gwinnetttech.edu/forms for additional information. Graduation Requirements Completion of all courses. All Medical Assisting students are required to pass a comprehensive exit exam with a score of 70% or better or pass the CMA (AAMA) Certification Exam. The comprehensive exam is administered in MAST 1180, Medical Assisting Seminar. Employment Opportunities Medical assistants are multi-skilled allied health professionals specifically trained to work in ambulatory settings, such as physicians’ offices, clinics, and group practices, performing administrative and clinical procedures CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Courses Fundamentals of English I Foundations of Mathematics Basic Psychology ENGL 1010 MATH 1012 PSYC 1010 9 3 3 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Structure and Function of the Human Body Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences Legal and Ethical Concerns in the Medical Office Pharmacology in the Medical Office Medical Office Procedures Medical Assisting Skills I Medical Assisting Skills II Medical Insurance Management Administrative Practice Management Human Pathological Conditions in the Medical Office Medical Assisting Externship Medical Assisting Seminar FYES 1000 ALHS 1011 ALHS 1090 MAST 1010 MAST 1030 MAST 1060 MAST 1080 MAST 1090 MAST 1100 MAST 1110 MAST 1120 MAST 1170 MAST 1180 44 2 5 2 2 4 4 4 4 2 3 3 6 3 Total Hours 53 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1010, MATH 1012, and PSYC 1010 284 Course Descriptions Healthcare Science: Pre-Nursing Certificate Program HS21/AHS1 Program Description The healthcare science pre-nursing certificate provides students with general education courses that serve as a foundation for further study in a degree-level nursing program. This is a degree-level certificate. (Program Length: 3 Semesters Minimum) Employment Opportunities A variety of entry level positions are available in a wide range of health care settings such as hospitals, rehabilitation and assisted living facilities, and home health care agencies. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area 1 – Language/Arts/Communication (Successful Completion of ENGL 1101 is required) Composition and Rhetoric ENGL 1101 3 Literature and Composition ENGL 1102 3 Area II – Social/Behavioral Sciences Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 Area III – Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Choose ONE of the following) College Algebra MATH 1111 Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 Essential Technical and Occupational Courses: Pre-Associate Degree Nursing Concentration First Year Experience Anatomy & Physiology I & Lab Anatomy & Physiology II & Lab Introductory Microbiology & Lab Human Development Elective(s) Total Hours AHS1 FYES 1000 BIOL 2113/L BIOL 2114/L BIOL 2117/L PSYC 2103 XXXX xxxx 21 2 3/1 3/1 3/1 3 4 36 Elective(s): any ALHS course, BIOL 2311, EMSP 1010, SOCI 1120, or additional General Education courses from Areas I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, PSYC 1101, and BIOL 2113/L 285 NURSING SCIENCES Registered Nursing Program (ADN) Associate Degree in Nursing NU13 Program Description The ADN program at Gwinnett Technical College is designed to provide nursing courses over seven Semesters. In addition to the nursing courses there are core course requirements. At successful completion of the program of study the nursing student is awarded an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN). Graduates are then eligible to apply and take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Upon successful completion of the NCLEX-RN and licensure by the Georgia Board of Nursing graduates are employed as registered nurses in a variety of settings. (Program Length: 4 Semesters plus required core pre-requisites) The Gwinnett Technical College registered nursing associate degree program has approval by the Georgia Board of Nursing. Georgia Board of Nursing 237 Coliseum Drive Macon, Georgia 31217-3858 478-207-1640 The program is accredited by: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) 3343 Peachtree Road, Suite 850 Atlanta, GA 30326 www.acenursing.org Prerequisites Length of time to complete prerequisites varies depending on applicants’ transfer credit and/or testing results. The time to complete prerequisites is not including in the total program lengths listed. It is the student’s responsibility to notify the admissions office once pre-requisites have been completed. File completion does not guarantee acceptance. In order to begin the clinical requirements, students must complete a physical exam, tuberculosis skin test, supply proof of immunization, undergo a background check, and submit to a drug screen test. Prerequisites must be completed by deadline. (BIOL 2113 and BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114 and BIOL 2114L, BIOL 2117 and BIOL 2117L, ENGL 1101, FYES 1000, MATH 1111 or MATH 1101, PSYC 1101) minimum 3.0 GPA. Please see the competitive health application at www.gwinnetttech.edu/forms for additional information. *Note that these courses must be completed prior to the application deadline in order to be considered for program admission. Additionally, BIOL 2113, BIOL 2114, and BIOL 2117 cannot be older than 5 years at file completion deadline. ENGL 1102 must be completed prior to start date in the nursing program. General Education Area IV and PSYC 2103 must be completed before enrolling into RNSG 2101 and RNSG 2102. Employment Opportunities Graduates will find opportunities in a wide variety of settings, including, but not limited to acute care in hospitals, long term care facilities, ambulatory clinics (inpatient/outpatient), physicians’ offices, home health care, private or governmental industries, school and hospice facilities. 286 Course Descriptions CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses CREDITS 15 Area I – Language Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric Literature and Composition Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences Introductory Psychology ENGL 1101 ENGL 1102 3 3 PSYC 1101 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 3 Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Anatomy and Physiology I* Anatomy and Physiology II* Introductory Microbiology* Human Development Foundations of Nursing Practice Pharmacological Concepts and Drug Calculation Concepts of Adult Health I Concepts of Adult Health II Concepts of Maternal Nursing Concepts Pediatric Nursing Concepts of Adult Health III Transition into the Profession of Nursing FYES 1000 BIOL 2113/L BIOL 2114/L BIOL 2117/L PSYC 2103 RNSG 1101 RNSG 1102 RNSG 1103 RNSG 1105 RNSG 2101 RNSG 2102 RNSG 2103 RNSG 2105 Total Hours 3 3 3 3 56 2 3/1 3/1 3/1 3 7 2 5 5 4 4 10 2 71 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, PSYC 1101, and BIOL 2113/L Associate Degree in Nursing Bridge Option (ADN) NBO3 Program Description The associate degree nursing bridge option at Gwinnett Technical College is designed to provide nursing courses for students who have completed their education as a Licensed Practical Nurse. At successful completion of the program of study, the nursing student is awarded an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN). Graduates are then eligible to apply and take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). (Program Length: 3 Semesters plus required core prerequisites) 287 NURSING SCIENCES The Gwinnett Technical College registered nursing associate degree program has full approval by the Georgia Board of Nursing. Georgia Board of Nursing 237 Coliseum Drive Macon, GA 31217 478-207-1640 The program is accredited by: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850 Atlanta, GA 30326 www.acenursing.org Prerequisites Length of time to complete prerequisites varies depending on applicants’ transfer credit and/or testing results. The time to complete prerequisites is not included in the total program length listed. File completion does not guarantee acceptance. In order to begin the program, students must complete a physical exam, tuberculosis skin test, supply proof of immunization, undergo a background check, and submit to a drug screen test. Prerequisites must be completed by the deadline. These include BIOL 2113 and BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114 and BIOL 2114L, BIOL 2117 and BIOL 2117L, ENGL 1101, FYES 1000, MATH 1111 or MATH 1101, and PSYC 1101. The following core courses must be completed prior to starting the nursing transition courses: ENGL 1102, PSYC 2103, and a humanities/fine arts elective. Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on all prerequisites. Please see the competitive health application at www.gwinnetttech.edu/forms for additional information. *Note that these courses must be completed prior to the application deadline in order to be considered for program admission. Additionally, BIOL 2113, BIOL 2114, and BIOL 2117 cannot be older than 5 years at file completion deadline. Employment Opportunities Graduates will find opportunities in a wide variety of settings, including, but not limited to acute care in hospitals, long term care facilities, ambulatory clinics (inpatient/outpatient), physicians’ offices, home health care, private or governmental industries, school and hospice facilities. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER Essential General Education Core Courses Area I – Language Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric Literature and Composition Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences Introductory Psychology CREDITS 15 ENGL 1101 ENGL 1102 3 3 PSYC 1101 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 3 288 Course Descriptions Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Anatomy and Physiology I* Anatomy and Physiology II* Introductory Microbiology* Human Development Pharmacological Concepts and Drug Calculation Bridge to Professional Nursing Practice Bridge to Professional Nursing Practice II Concepts of Maternal Nursing Concepts Pediatric Nursing Concepts of Adult Health III Transition into the Profession of Nursing FYES 1000 BIOL 2113/L BIOL 2114/L BIOL 2117/L PSYC 2103 RNSG 1102 RNSG 1500 RNSG 1510 RNSG 2101 RNSG 2102 RNSG 2103 RNSG 2105 Total Hours 3 3 3 3 46 2 3/1 3/1 3/1 3 2 5 2 4 4 10 2 61 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, PSYC 1101, and BIOL 2113/L Associate Degree Nursing Paramedic Bridge Option (ADN) AD33 Program Description The associate degree nursing paramedic bridge option at Gwinnett Technical College is designed to provide nursing courses for students who have completed their education and obtained licensure as a paramedic. At successful completion of the program of study, the nursing student is awarded an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN). Graduates are then eligible to apply and take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Upon successful completion of the NCLEX-RN and licensure by the Georgia Board of Nursing, graduates are employed as registered nurses in a variety of settings. (Program Length: 3 Semesters plus required core prerequisites) The Gwinnett Technical College registered nursing associate degree program has full approval by the Georgia Board of Nursing. Georgia Board of Nursing 237 Coliseum Drive Macon, GA 31217 478-207-1640 The program is accredited by: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850 Atlanta, GA 30326 www.acenursing.org 289 NURSING SCIENCES Prerequisites Length of time to complete prerequisites varies depending on applicants’ transfer credit and/or testing results. The time to complete prerequisites is not included in the total program length listed. File completion does not guarantee acceptance. In order to begin the program, students must complete a physical exam, tuberculosis skin test, supply proof of immunization, undergo a background check, and submit to a drug screen test. Prerequisites must be completed by the deadline. These include BIOL 2113 and BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114 and BIOL 2114L, BIOL 2117 and BIOL 2117L, ENGL 1101, FYES 1000, MATH 1111 or MATH 1101, and PSYC 1101. The following core courses must be completed prior to starting the nursing transition courses. Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on all prerequisites. Please see the competitive health application at www.gwinnetttech.edu/forms for additional information. *Note that these courses must be completed prior to the application deadline in order to be considered for program admission. Additionally, BIOL 2113, BIOL 2114, and BIOL 2117 cannot be older than 5 years at file completion deadline. Employment Opportunities Graduates will find opportunities in a wide variety of settings, including, but not limited to acute care in hospitals, long term care facilities, ambulatory clinics (inpatient/outpatient), physicians’ offices, home health care, private or governmental industries, school and hospice facilities. CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS 15 Essential General Education Core Courses Area I – Language Arts/Communication Composition and Rhetoric Literature and Composition ENGL 1101 ENGL 1102 3 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences Introductory Psychology PSYC 1101 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (Successful completion of MATH 1111 or MATH 1101 is required) College Algebra MATH 1111 Math Modeling MATH 1101 3 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (Choose ONE of the following) Art Appreciation ARTS 1101 American Literature ENGL 2130 Introduction to Humanities HUMN1101 Music Appreciation MUSC 1101 3 3 3 3 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Anatomy and Physiology I* Anatomy and Physiology II* Introductory Microbiology* Human Development Pharmacological Concepts and Drug Calculation Bridge to Professional Nursing Practice Bridge to Professional Nursing for Paramedics Concepts of Maternal Nursing 290 FYES 1000 BIOL 2113/L BIOL 2114/L BIOL 2117/L PSYC 2103 RNSG 1102 RNSG 1500 RNSG 1520 RNSG 2101 46 2 3/1 3/1 3/1 3 2 5 5 4 Course Descriptions Concepts Pediatric Nursing Concepts of Adult Health III Transition into the Profession of Nursing RNSG 2102 RNSG 2103 RNSG 2105 4 10 2 Total Hours 61 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ENGL 1101, PSYC 1101, and BIOL 2113/L Patient Care Assistant Certificate Program PC21 Program Description The patient care assistant technical certificate of credit prepares students with rigorous classroom training and practice as well as the clinical experiences to perform a full range of patient care duties or services under nursing or medical direction. This includes taking vital signs, obtaining lab specimens, assisting with activities of daily living, observing and charting patient information, and reporting appropriate information to supervisors. In order to begin the clinical requirements, students must complete tuberculosis skin test, supply proof of immunization, undergo a background check, and submit to a drug screen test. Students who successfully complete the patient care assistant technical certificate of credit may be eligible to sit for the National Nurse Aide Assessment program (NNAAP) which determines competency to become enrolled in the State Nurse Aide Registry. (Program Length: 2 Semester Minimum) Employment Opportunities Patient care assistants, nurse aides, nurse assistants, geriatric aides, hospital attendants CURRICULUM COURSE TITLE NUMBER CREDITS Essential General Education Courses Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development EMPL 1000 2 2 Essential Technical Courses First Year Experience Structure and Function of the Human Body Introduction to Health Care Diet and Nutrition for Allied Health Sciences Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences Nurse Aide Fundamentals FYES 1000 ALHS 1011 ALHS 1040 ALHS 1060 ALHS 1090 NAST 1100 20 2 5 3 2 2 6 Total Hours 22 **Suggested First Semester classes: FYES 1000, ALHS 1011, ALHS 1040, and ALHS 1090 291 Course Descriptions Some course description information may change due to revisions by curriculum committees. Please refer to this key when reading the course descriptions for information regarding what semester a course will be offered: F= Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer, E=Every semester, T=To Be Determined. Semesters that course(s) are offered are subject to change with instructor availability and student need. ACAP 1000 Introduction to Dealer Systems (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course introduces basic concepts and practices necessary for safe and effective automotive dealer operations. Topics include: safety procedures; legal/ethical responsibilities; general service; hand tools; shop organization, management, and work flow systems. Included is an introduction to Mopar Web Based courses and completing required courses for basic certification in Mopar training. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2. (T) ACAP 1010 Engine Systems (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; Prerequisite/Corequisite: ACAP 1000) This course introduces the student to Mopar engine theory and repair, placing emphasis on inspection, testing, and diagnostic techniques for internal combustion engines. Topics include general engine diagnosis; removal and reinstallation; cylinder heads and valve trains diagnosis and repair; engine blocks assembly diagnosis and repair; lubrication and cooling systems diagnosis and repair. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (T) ACAP 1020 Automatic Transmissions (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: ACAP 1000) Introduces students to basic automatic transmission/transaxle theory, operation, inspection, service, and repair procedures as well as electronic diagnosis and repair of Mopar transmissions. Topics include: Mopar rear wheel drive automatic transmission and transaxle diagnosis; in vehicle and off vehicle transmission and transaxle maintenance, adjustment and repair. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (T) ACAP 1030 Drive Trains (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; Prerequisite/Corequisite: ACAP 1000) This course introduces basics of Mopar manual rear- wheel drive, front-wheel drive, and four-wheel drive driveline related operation, diagnosis, service and related electronic controls. Topics include: drive shafts and half shafts, universal and constant-velocity (CV) joint diagnosis and repair; ring and pinion gears and differential case assemblies; limited slip differentials; drive axle shafts; four-wheel drive/all-wheel drive component diagnosis and repair. This course also introduces repair of manual front and rear-wheel drive transmissions. Electronic controls related to transmission/ transaxles operation are discussed. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (T) ACAP 1040 Steering and Suspension (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: ACAP 1000) This course introduces students to principles of Mopar steering, suspension, wheel alignment, electronic steering, and electronic active suspension. Topics include: general suspension and steering systems diagnosis; steering systems diagnosis and repair; suspension systems diagnosis and repair; 292 related suspension and steering service; wheel alignment diagnosis, adjustment and repair, wheel and tire diagnosis and repair. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab4. Credit hours: 3. (T) ACAP 1050 Brakes (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; Prerequisite/Corequisite: ACAP 1000) This course introduces brake systems theory and its application to automotive systems and anti-lock brake system (ABS) to include ABS components and ABS operation, testing, and diagnosis. Topics include: hydraulic system diagnosis and repair; drum brake diagnosis and repair; disc brake diagnosis and repair; power assist units diagnosis and repair; miscellaneous brake components (wheel bearings, parking brakes, electrical, etc.) diagnosis and repair; test, diagnose, and service electronic brake control system. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (T) ACAP 1060 Electrical Systems (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; Prerequisite/Corequisite: ACAP 1000) This course introduces automotive electricity, emphasizes the basic principles, diagnosis, and service/repair of batteries, starting systems, starting system components, alternators and regulators, lighting system, gauges, horn, wiper/washer, and accessories. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 5. (T) ACAP 1070 HVAC Systems (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; Prerequisite/Corequisite: ACAP 1000) This course introduces the theory and operation of Mopar heating and air conditioning systems. Students attain proficiency in inspection, testing, service, and repair of heating and air conditioning systems and related components. Topics include: a/c system diagnosis and repair; refrigeration system component diagnosis and repair; heating, ventilation, and engine cooling systems diagnosis and repair; operating systems and related controls diagnosis and repair; refrigerant recovery, recycling, and handling. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab 2. Credit hours: 3. (T) ACAP 1080 Engine Performance (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; Prerequisite/Corequisite: ACAP 1000) This course introduces Mopar engine performance systems utilizing NGC and GPEC controllers. OBD II engine management systems are covered, as well as speed density fuel injection. Topics include: general engine diagnosis, computerized engine controls and diagnosis, ignition system diagnosis and repair, fuel and air induction, exhaust systems, emission control systems diagnosis and repair, and other related engine service. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 5. (T) ACAP 2010 Internship I (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; Prerequisite/Corequisite: ACAP 1000) This course will provide the student with an opportunity to relate what they have learned in the classroom and lab to a real world situation either at a place of business or at a technical college. Under the supervision of an Course Descriptions experienced ASE certified automotive technician or their instructor, the student will obtain a greater admiration and appreciation of the material learned in the classroom and lab. The internship will also serve the function of bridging the lessons learned at school and applying that to real world situations. The suitability of the work setting will be determined by having a conference with the automotive instructor and the prospective employer. The student will have the option to take the internship program at an approved place of employment or at the college if he or she wishes and perform all the live work duties of the service writer, parts department personnel, and technician to include writing the repair order, ordering parts (if applicable) and repairing the vehicle. Student must work a minimum of 37.5 hours during the semester to receive credit for this course. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3. (T) ACAP 2020 Internship II (Prerequisite: Prerequisite/ Corequisite: ACAP 2010) This course will provide the student with an opportunity to relate what they have learned in the classroom and lab to a real world situation either at a place of business or at a technical college. Under the supervision of an experienced ASE certified automotive technician or their instructor, the student will obtain a greater admiration and appreciation of the material learned in the classroom and lab. The internship will also serve the function of bridging the lessons learned at school and applying that to real world situations. The suitability of the work setting will be determined by having a conference with the automotive instructor and the prospective employer. The student will have the option to take the internship program at an approved place of employment or at the college if he or she wishes and perform all the live work duties of the service writer, parts department personnel, and technician to include writing the repair order, ordering parts (if applicable) and repairing the vehicle. Student must work a minimum of 112.5 hours during the semester to receive credit for this course. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3. (T) ACAP 2030 Internship III (Prerequisite: Prerequisite/ Corequisite: ACAP 2020) This course will provide the student with an opportunity to relate what they have learned in the classroom and lab to a real world situation either at a place of business or at a technical college. Under the supervision of an experienced ASE certified automotive technician or their instructor, the student will obtain a greater admiration and appreciation of the material learned in the classroom and lab. The internship will also serve the function of bridging the lessons learned at school and applying that to real world situations. The suitability of the work setting will be determined by having a conference with the automotive instructor and the prospective employer. The student will have the option to take the internship program at an approved place of employment or at the college if he or she wishes and perform all the live work duties of the service writer, parts department personnel, and technician to include writing the repair order, ordering parts (if applicable) and repairing the vehicle. Student must work a minimum of 112.5 hours during the semester to receive credit for this course. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3. (T) ACAP 2040 Internship IV (Prerequisite: Prerequisite/ Corequisite: ACAP 2030) This course will provide the student with an opportunity to relate what they have learned in the classroom and lab to a real world situation either at a place of business or at a technical college. Under the supervision of an experienced ASE certified automotive technician or their instructor, the student will obtain a greater admiration and appreciation of the material learned in the classroom and lab. The internship will also serve the function of bridging the lessons learned at school and applying that to real world situations. The suitability of the work setting will be determined by having a conference with the automotive instructor and the prospective employer. The student will have the option to take the internship program at an approved place of employment or at the college if he or she wishes and perform all the live work duties of the service writer, parts department personnel, and technician to include writing the repair order, ordering parts (if applicable) and repairing the vehicle. Student must work a minimum of 112.5 hours during the semester to receive credit for this course. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3. (T) ACCT 1100 Financial Accounting I (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Introduces the basic financial accounting concepts of the complete accounting cycle and provides the student with the necessary skills to maintain a set of books for a sole proprietorship. Topics include: accounting vocabulary and concepts, the accounting cycle for a personal service business, the accounting cycle for a merchandising business, inventory, cash control and receivables. Laboratory work demonstrates theory presented in class. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 4. (E) ACCT 1105 Financial Accounting II (Prerequisite: ACCT 1100) Introduces the intermediate financial accounting concepts that provide the student with the necessary skills to maintain a set of books for a partnership and corporation. Topics include: Fixed and Intangible Assets, Current and Long-Term Liabilities (Notes Payable), Payroll, Accounting for a Partnership, Accounting for a Corporation, Statement of Cash Flows, and Financial Statement Analysis, Laboratory work demonstrates theory presented in class. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab – 2. Credit hours: 4. (E) ACCT 1110 Managerial Accounting (Prerequisite: ACCT 1105) Emphasizes the interpretation of data by management in planning and controlling business activities. Topics include Managerial Accounting Concepts, Manufacturing Accounting using a Job Order Cost System, Manufacturing Accounting using a Process Cost System, Cost Behavior and Cost-VolumeProfit, Budgeting and Standard Cost Accounting, Flexible Budgets, Standard Costs and Variances, and Capital Investment Analysis and Budgeting. Laboratory work demonstrates theory presented in class. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) ACCT 1115 Computerized Accounting (Prerequisite: ACCT 1100; FYES 1000) Emphasizes operation of computerized accounting systems from manual input forms. Topics include: company creation (service and merchandising), chart of accounts, customers transactions, vendors transactions, banking activities, merchandise inventory, employees and payroll, and financial reports. Laboratory work includes theoretical and technical application. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab4. Credit hours: 3. (E) 293 ACCT 1120 Spreadsheet Applications (Prerequisites: ACCT 1100, FYES 1000; Corequisite: ACCT 1105) This course covers the knowledge and skills to use spreadsheet software through course demonstrations, laboratory exercises and projects. Topics and assignments will include: spreadsheet concepts, creating and manipulating data, formatting data and content, creating and modifying formulas, presenting data visually and collaborating and securing data. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (E) ACCT 1125 Individual Tax Accounting (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Provides instruction for the preparation of individual federal income tax returns. Topics include: taxable income, income adjustments, schedules, standard deductions, itemized deductions, exemptions, tax credits, and tax calculations. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) ACCT 1130 Payroll Accounting (Prerequisites: ACCT 1100, ACCT 1115) Provides an understanding of the laws that affect a company*s payroll structure and practical application skills in maintaining payroll records. Topics include: payroll tax laws, payroll tax forms, payroll and personnel records, computing wages and salaries, taxes affecting employees and employers, and analyzing and journalizing payroll transactions. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) ACCT 2100 Accounting Internship I (Prerequisite: ACCT 1130, ACCT 2120, ACCT 2130, ACCT 1110) Introduces the application and reinforcement of accounting and employability principles in an actual job setting. Acquaints the student with realistic work situations and provides insights into accounting applications on the job. Topics include appropriate work habits, acceptable job performance, application of accounting knowledge and skills, interpersonal relations, and development of productivity. The halftime accounting internship is implemented through the use of written individualized training plans, written performance evaluation, and weekly documentation or seminars and/or other projects as required by the instructor. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 12. Credit hours: 4. (T) ACCT 2110 Accounting Simulation (Prerequisite: ACCT 1115) Students assume the role of a business owner where he/she can directly experience the impact and importance of accounting in a business. At the end of the simulation course, the student will have completed the entire accounting cycle for a service business, merchandising business and a corporation using an Accounting Information System software (different from software used in ACCT 1115-Computerized Accounting). Emphasis placed on providing students with real-world opportunities for the application and demonstration of accounting skills by using Simulation Projects will enable them to build a foundation for understanding and interpreting financial statements. Topics include company creation, chart of accounts, customers transactions, vendors transactions, banking activities, merchandise inventory, employees and payroll, financial statements, preparation of payroll tax forms and preparation of income tax forms. Laboratory work includes theoretical and technical application. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (E) 294 ACCT 2120 Business Tax Accounting (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math; ACCT 1100, and ACCT 1125) Provides instruction for preparation of both state and federal partnership, corporation and other business tax returns. Topics include: organization form, overview of taxation of partnership special partnership issues, corporate tax elections, adjustments to income and expenses, tax elections, forms and schedules, tax credits, reconciliation of book and tax income, tax depreciation methods, and tax calculations. Contact hours: Class 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) ACCT 2130 Integrated Accounting Management Systems (Prerequisites: ACCT 1105, ACCT 1115, and ACCT 1120) Emphasizes use of database management packages, electronic spreadsheet packages, and accounting software packages for accounting/financial applications with more advanced systems. Topics include: creation and management of database applications, creation and management of spreadsheet applications, and creation and management of accounting integrated software systems. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (T) ACCT 2145 Personal Finance (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Introduces practical applications of concepts and techniques used to manage personal finance. Topics include: cash management, time value of money, credit, major purchasing decisions, insurance, investments, retirement, and estate planning. Contact hours: Class3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) ACCT 2155 Principles of Fraud Examination (Prerequisites: Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math; ACCT 1105) Students will learn the basic principles and theories of occupational fraud. The student will learn how opportunity, pressure, and rationalization link together to create the necessary elements present when fraudulent acts are committed. Fraudulent behavior can be prevented and/or detected through a variety of ways that the student will learn. There will be videos and short case studies, made available by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE). Topics include: fraud concepts, skimming, cash larceny, billing schemes, check tampering, payroll schemes, expense reimbursement schemes, register disbursement schemes, non-cash assets fraud, corruption schemes, and accounting principles and fraud. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) AIRC 1005 Refrigeration Fundamentals (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Introduces the basic concepts, theories, and safety regulations and procedures of refrigeration. Topics include an introduction to OSHA, safety, first aid, laws of thermodynamics, pressure and temperature relationships, heat transfer, the refrigerant cycle, refrigerant identification, and types of AC systems. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4. (T) AIRC 1010 Refrigeration Principles and Practices (Prerequisite/Corequisite: AIRC 1005) This course introduces the student to basic refrigeration system principles and practices, and the major component parts of the refrigeration system. Topics include refrigeration tools, piping practices, service valves, leak testing, refrigerant recovery, recycling, and reclamation, Course Descriptions evacuation, charging, and safety. Contact hours: Class3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4. (T) AIRC 1020 Refrigeration Systems Components (Prerequisite/Corequisites: AIRC 1005, AIRC 1010) This course provides the student with the skills and knowledge and skills to install, test, and service major components of a refrigeration system. Topics include compressors, condensers, evaporators metering devices, service procedures, refrigeration systems and safety. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab – 3. Credit hours: 4. (T) AIRC 1030 HVACR Electrical Fundamentals (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course provides an introduction to fundamental electrical concepts and theories as applied to the air conditioning industry. Topics include AC and DC theory, electric meters, electrical diagrams, distribution systems, electrical panels, voltage circuits, code requirements, and safety. Contact hours: Class 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4. (T) AIRC 1040 HVACR Electric Motors (Prerequisite/ Corequisite: AIRC 1030) This course provides the student with the skills and knowledge necessary for application and service of electric motors commonly used by the refrigeration and air conditioning industry. Topics include diagnostic techniques, capacitors, installation procedures, types of electric motors, electric motor service, and safety. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab 3. Credit hours: 4. (T) AIRC 1050 HVACR Electrical Components and Controls (Prerequisite/Corequisite: AIRC 1030) Provides instruction in identifying, installing, and testing commonly used electrical components in an air conditioning system. Topics include: pressure switches, transformers, other commonly used controls, diagnostic techniques, installation procedures, solid state controls, and safety. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab 3. Credit hours: 4. (T) AIRC 1060 Air Conditioning Systems Application and Installation (Prerequisite/Corequisites: AIRC 1050) Provides instruction on the installation and service of residential air conditioning systems. Topics include: installation procedures, split-systems, add-on systems, packaged systems, system wiring, control circuits, and safety. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4. (T) AIRC 1070 Gas Heat (Prerequisite/Corequisite: AIRC 1050) This course introduces principles of combustion and service requirements for gas heating systems. Topics include servicing procedures, electrical controls, piping, gas valves, venting, code requirements, principles of combustion, and safety. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4. (T) AIRC 1080 Heat Pumps and Related Systems (Prerequisite: AIRC 1010, AIRC 1030, AIRC 1040; Prerequisite/Corequisite: AIRC 1050) This course provides instruction on the principles, applications, and operation of a residential heat pump system. Topics include installation and servicing procedures, electrical components, geothermal ground source energy supplies, dual fuel, valves, and troubleshooting techniques. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4. (T) AIRC 1090 Troubleshooting Air Conditioning Systems (Prerequisite: AIRC 1010, AIRC 1040; Prerequisite/Corequisite: AIRC 1050) This course provides instruction on the troubleshooting and repair of major components of a residential air conditioning system. Topics include troubleshooting techniques, electrical controls, air flow, the refrigeration cycle, electrical servicing procedures, and safety. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4. (T) AIRC 2005 Design and Application of Light Commercial Air Conditioning (Prerequisite/ Corequisite: AIRC 1090) Continues in-depth instruction on components and functions of air conditioning systems with emphasis on design and application of light commercial air conditioning systems. Topics include: refrigeration piping, hydronic piping, pump sizing, commercial load design, air flow, codes, and safety. Contact hours: Class – 2, Lab – 2. Credit hours: 3. (T) AIRC 2010 - Light Commercial Air Conditioning Control Systems (Prerequisite/Corequisite: AIRC 1090) Emphasizes the study of complex control systems on light commercial air conditioning systems. Topics include: pneumatic controls, electronic controls, electrical controls, mechanical controls, and safety. Contact hours: Class – 2, Lab – 2. Credit hours: 3. (T) AIRC 2020 - Light Commercial Air Conditioning Systems Operation (Prerequisite/Corequisite: AIRC 1090) Provides in-depth study of the operation of light commercial air conditioning systems. Topics include: boiler operations, refrigeration components, energy management, codes, and safety. Contact hours: Class – 4, Lab – 2. Credit hours: 5. (T) AIRC 2040 Residential Systems Designs (Prerequisite/Corequisite: AIRC 1090) Presents advanced refrigeration and electrical skills and theories. Topics include: heat gain and heat loss, duct design, zone control, equipment selection, and safety. Contact hours: Class – 2.67, Lab – 5.33. Credit hours: 5. (T) AIRC 2050 Georgia State and Local Residential Air Conditioning Codes (Prerequisite/ Corequisite: AIRC 1090) Presents advanced level residential air conditioning code concepts and theories. Topics include: local residential air conditioning codes, state residential air conditioning codes, gas piping, refrigeration piping, and safety. Contact hours: Class 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) AIRC 2060 Air Distribution Systems for Residential Air Conditioning (Prerequisite/ Corequisite: AIRC 1090) Continues development of air systems concepts, theories, and skills. Emphasis will be placed on test and balance techniques and fan laws. Topics include: test and balance techniques, fan laws, and safety. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (T) ALHS 1011 Structure and Function of the Human Body (Prerequisite: Health related students only; Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Focuses on basic normal structure and function of the human body. Topics include general plan and function of the human body, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, nervous and sensor systems, endocrine system, cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system. 295 Contact hours: Class - 5, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 5. (E) ALHS 1040 Introduction to Health Care (Prerequisite: Health related students only. Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Introduces a grouping of fundamental principles, practices, and issues common in the health care profession. In addition to the essential skills, students explore various delivery systems and related issues. Topics include: basic life support/ CPR, basic emergency care/first aid and triage, vital signs, infection control/blood and air-borne pathogens. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 3. (T) ALHS 1060 Diet & Nutrition for Allied Health Sciences (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) A study of the nutritional needs of the individual. Topics include: nutrients, standard and modified diets, nutrition throughout the lifespan, and client education. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (T) ALHS 1090 Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences (Prerequisite: Health related students only; Diploma level proficiency in reading, English and math) Introduces the elements of medical terminology. Emphasis is placed on building familiarity with medical words through knowledge of roots, prefixes, and suffixes. Topics include: origins (roots, prefixes, and suffixes), word building, abbreviations and symbols, and terminology related to the human anatomy. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (E) ALHS 1140 Health Care Communication (Prerequisite: Health related students only; Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Effective communication skills are essential for all health care workers. This course aims to improve understanding of the ways in which people communicate and relate to each other in various health care settings. It also seeks to promote more effective communication and relationships among health care workers, patients, and other health team members. Course content is designed for front line workers in any health care profession or setting. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) ALHS 1180 Cultural Diversity and Healthcare (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) The course is designed to examine culture beliefs, values and attitudes influencing health care delivery systems. The concept of culture competency and its components are explored and strategies for appropriate intervention are provided. Models for culturally competent care are presented. Course content is designed for front line workers in any health care profession. Topics include cultural diversity and cultural competence. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) ALHS 1550 Pharmacology for Health Care (Prerequisite: ALHS 1011 or BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114 and BIOL 2114L) Introduces the student to the subject of drugs, their classifications, indications, side effects, and interactions. Physiology and chemistry are reviewed to help conceptualize what is important about each group of drugs. Drug regulations, references, legal issues, and safety will be discussed. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) ARTS 1101 Art Appreciation (Prerequisite: ENGL 1101) Explores the visual arts and the relationship to human needs and aspirations. Students investigate the 296 value of art, themes in art, the elements and principles of composition, and the materials and processes used for artistic expression. Well-known works of visual art are explored. Students are required to participate in observation and evaluation beyond the classroom and the internet. (Associate degree-level course.) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) AUTT 1010 Automotive Technology Introduction (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Introduces basic concepts and practices necessary for safe and effective automotive shop operations. Topics include: safety procedures; legal/ethical responsibilities; general service; hand tools; shop organization, management, and work flow systems. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2. (T) AUTT 1020 Automotive Electrical Systems (Corequisite: AUTT 1010) Introduces automotive electricity, emphasizes the basic principles, diagnosis, and service/repair of batteries, starting systems, starting system components, alternators and regulators, lighting system, gauges, horn, wiper/washer, and accessories. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 14. Credit hours: 7. (T) AUTT 1021 Automotive Electrical Systems I (Corequisite: AUTT 1010) Introduces automotive electricity, emphasizes the basic principles, diagnosis, and service/repair of batteries, starting systems, starting system components, and basic lighting systems. Contact hours: Class – 1.13, Lab – 8.03. Credit hours: 4. (T) AUTT 1022 Automotive Electrical Systems II (Corequisite: AUTT 1010) Emphasizes the basic principles, diagnosis, and service/repair of alternators and regulators, advanced lighting systems, gauges, horn, wiper/washer, and accessories. Contact hours: Class - .87, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 3. (T) AUTT 1030 Automotive Brake Systems (Prerequisite/ Corequisite: AUTT 1010) Introduces brake systems theory and its application to automotive systems and anti-lock brake system (ABS) to include ABS components and ABS operation, testing, and diagnosis. Topics include: hydraulic system diagnosis and repair; drum brake diagnosis and repair; disc brake diagnosis and repair; power assist units diagnosis and repair; miscellaneous brake components (wheel bearings, parking brakes, electrical, etc.) diagnosis and repair; test, diagnose, and service electronic brake control system. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 4. (T) AUTT 1040 Automotive Engine Performance (Prerequisite: AUTT 1020) Introduces basic engine performance systems which support and control four stroke gasoline engine operations and reduce emissions. Topics include: general engine diagnosis, computerized engine controls and diagnosis, ignition system diagnosis and repair, fuel and air induction, exhaust systems, emission control systems diagnosis and repair, and other related engine service. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab – 13.33. Credit hours: 7. AUTT 1041 Automotive Engine Performance I (Prerequisite: AUTT 1020) Introduces basic engine performance systems which support and control four stroke gasoline engine operations and reduce emissions. Topics include: general engine diagnosis, fuel and air induction, exhaust systems, PCV control Course Descriptions system diagnosis and repair, and other related engine service. Contact hours: Class - .87, Lab – 5.8. Credit hours: 3. (T) AUTT 1042 Automotive Engine Performance II (Prerequisite: AUTT 1020, AUTT 1022) Continues basic engine performance systems which support and control four stroke gasoline engine operations and reduce emissions. Topics include: computerized engine controls and diagnosis, ignition system diagnosis and repair, and advanced emission control systems diagnosis and repair. Contact hours: Class – 1.13, Lab– 7.53. Credit hours: 4. (T) AUTT 1050 Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems (Prerequisite/Corequisite: AUTT 1010) Introduces students to principles of steering, suspension, wheel alignment, electronic steering, and electronic active suspension. Topics include: general suspension and steering systems diagnosis; steering systems diagnosis and repair; suspension systems diagnosis and repair; related suspension and steering service; wheel alignment diagnosis, adjustment and repair, wheel and tire diagnosis and repair. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab – 7.33. Credit hours: 4. (T) AUTT 1060 Automotive Climate Control Systems (Prerequisite: AUTT 1020) Introduces the theory and operation of automotive heating and air conditioning systems. Students attain proficiency in inspection, testing, service, and repair of heating and air conditioning systems and related components. Topics include: a/c system diagnosis and repair; refrigeration system component diagnosis and repair; heating, ventilation, and engine cooling systems diagnosis and repair; operating systems and related controls diagnosis and repair; refrigerant recovery, recycling, and handling. Contact hours: Class – 3.33, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 5. (T) AUTT 1070 Automotive Technology Internship (Prerequisite: AUTT 1010, AUTT 1020, AUTT 1030) This course will provide the student with an opportunity to relate what they have learned in the classroom and lab to a real world situation. Student must work a minimum of 150 hours during the semester to receive credit for this course. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 12. Credit hours: 4. (T) AUTT 2010 Automotive Engine Repair (Prerequisite/ Corequisite: AUTT 1010) This course introduces the student to automotive engine theory and repair, placing emphasis on inspection, testing, and diagnostic techniques for both 2 cycle and 4 cycle internal combustion engines. Topics include general engine diagnosis; removal and reinstallation; cylinder heads and valve trains diagnosis and repair; engine blocks assembly diagnosis and repair; lubrication and cooling systems diagnosis and repair. Contact hours: Class 2, Lab – 9.67 Credit hours: 6. (T) AUTT 2011 Automotive Engine Repair I (Corequisite: AUTT 1010) This course introduces the student to automotive engine theory and repair, placing emphasis on inspection, testing, and diagnostic techniques for both 2 cycle and 4 cycle internal combustion engines. Topics include general engine diagnosis; removal and reinstallation; basic cylinder heads and valve trains diagnosis and repair; and lubrication and cooling systems diagnosis and repair. Contact hours: Class 1, Lab – 5 Credit hours: 3. (T) AUTT 2012 Automotive Engine Repair II (Corequisite: AUTT 2011) This course continues automotive engine theory and repair, placing emphasis on inspection, testing, and diagnostic techniques for both 2 cycle and4 cycle internal combustion engines. Topics include advanced cylinder heads and valve trains diagnosis and repair; and engine blocks assembly, diagnosis and repair. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab – 4.67 Credit hours: 3. (T) AUTT 2020 Automotive Manual Drive Train and Axles (Prerequisite: AUTT 1010) This course introduces basics of rear-wheel drive, front-wheel drive, and four-wheel drive line related operation, diagnosis, service and related electronic controls. Topics include: drive shaft and half shaft, universal and constantvelocity (CV) joint diagnosis and repair; ring and pinion gears and differential case assembly; limited slip differential; drive axle shaft; four-wheel drive/all-wheel drive component diagnosis and repair. Introduces the basics of front and rear-wheel drive vehicles. Clutch operation, diagnosis and service is included. Electronic controls related to transmission/ transaxles operation are discussed. Topics include: clutch diagnosis and repair; transmission/ transaxles diagnosis and repair. Contact hours: Class – 2.12, Lab – 4.61. Credit hours: 4. (T) AUTT 2030 Automotive Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles (Prerequisite: AUTT 1020) Introduces students to basic automatic transmission/transaxle theory, operation, inspection, service, and repair procedures as well as electronic diagnosis and repair. Topics include: general automatic transmission and transaxle diagnosis; in vehicle and off vehicle transmission and transaxle maintenance, adjustment and repair. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 7. Credit hours: 5. (T) BAFN 1110 Money and Banking (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) The course emphasizes the relevance of monetary instruments, financial intermediaries, and the central banks as they impact local, state, national, and international economics. Topics include: the history and evolution of financial institutions, monetary instruments and flow; and central banking, operations, and policies. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) BAFN 2200 Finance (Prerequisite: ACCT 1100, Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Provides an introduction to financial markets, institutions, and management in contemporary society. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of the financial markets in which funds are traded, the financial institutions participating in facilitating the trade of such funds, and the financial principles and concepts behind sound financial management. Topics include: financial systems of the United States, business finance management, and financing other sectors of the economy. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) BARB 1000 Introduction to Barber/Styling Implements (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Introduction to Barber/Styling Implements is designed to give an overview of the barbering profession. Students are also taught the fundamentals of each barber/styling implement. Emphasis will be placed on the maintenance and care of each implement. Topics 297 include: Barbering history, personality development, professional barbering ethics, and professional barbering image, safety, and reception and telephone techniques, nomenclature, types and sizes, proper use and care, and maintenance. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) BARB 1010 Science: Sterilization, Sanitation, and Bacteriology (Prerequisite; Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Introduces fundamental theories and practices of bacteriology, sterilization, sanitation, safety, and the welfare of the barber/stylist and patron. Topics include: sterilization, sanitation, safety, bacteriology, and Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) BARB 1020 Introduction to Haircutting and Shampooing (Prerequisite; Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) introduces the theory and skills necessary to apply basic haircutting techniques. Safe use of haircutting implements will be stressed. Also introduces the fundamental theory and skills required to shampoo hair. Laboratory training includes shampooing a live model. Topics include: preparation of patron, haircutting terminology, safety and sanitation, implements, and basic haircutting techniques, shampoo chemistry, patron preparation, and shampoo procedures. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 5. (Sp) BARB 1030 Haircutting/Basic Styling (Prerequisite; BARB 1000) Continues the theory and application of haircutting techniques and introduces hairstyling. Topics include: introduction to styling, client consultation, head and hair analysis, style cutting techniques, and implements for style cutting and tapering techniques. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 3. (Su) BARB 1040 Shaving (Prerequisite; BARB 1000) Introduces the theory and skills necessary to prepare and shave a patron. Simulated shaving procedures will precede practice on live models. Topics include: patron preparation, beard preparation, shaving techniques, once-over shave techniques, and safety precautions. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 2. (Su) BARB 1050 Science: Anatomy & Physiology (Prerequisite: BARB 1000) Develops knowledge of the function and care of the scalp, skin, and hair. Emphasis is placed on the function, health, and growth of these areas. Topics include: cells, skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system, circulatory system, and related systems. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (Su) BARB 1060 Introduction to Color Theory/color Application (Prerequisite: BARB 1000) Introduces the fundamental theory of color, predispositions tests, color selection, and color application. Presents the application of temporary, semi-permanent, and permanent hair coloring products. Topics include: basic color concepts, skin reactions, the color wheel, color selection and application, mustache and beards, coloring products, safety precautions and tests, mixing procedures, color selection and application. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 3. (F) BARB 1070 Chemical Restructuring of Hair (Prerequisite: BARB 1000) Introduces the chemistry and chemical reactions of permanent wave solutions and relaxers. Provide instructions in the applications of 298 permanent waves and hair relaxers. Precautions and special problems involved in applying permanent waves and relaxers will be emphasized. Application of perms and relaxers on live models is included. Topics include: permanent wave techniques, safety procedures, chemical relaxer techniques, and permanent wave and chemical relaxer, application procedures on manikins, timed permanent wave, timed relaxer applications, safety precautions, and Hazardous Duty Standard Act. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 5. (F) BARB 1080 Advanced Haircutting/Styling (Prerequisite: BARB 1000) Continues the theory and application of haircutting and styling techniques. Topics include: elevation and design cutting, introduction to hairpieces, blow-dry styling, and thermal waving and curling, advanced haircutting and styling; use of clippers, shears, and razor; hair chemical texturizing/ styling; permanent waving/styling; shaving techniques; and beard trimming. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 12. Credit hours: 5. (F) BARB 1090 Structures of Skin, Scalp, Hair and Facial Treatments (Prerequisite: BARB 1000) Introduces the theory, procedures, and products used in the care and treatment of the skin, scalp, and hair. Provides instruction on the theory and application of techniques in the treatment of the skin, scalp, and hair; and introduces the theory and skills required in massaging the face, preparing the patron for facial treatment, and giving facial treatments for various skin conditions. Benefits of facial treatments and massage will be emphasized. Emphasis will be placed on work with live models. Topics include: treatment theory, basic corrective hair and scalp treatments, plain facial, products and supplies, disease and disorders, implements, products and supplies, diseases and disorders, corrective hair and scalp treatments, facial procedures and manipulations, and safety precautions, theory of massage, preparation of patron for massage, massage procedures, facial treatment, types of facials, and facial treatment benefits. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) BARB 1100 Barber/Styling Practicum and Internship (Prerequisite: BARB 1000) Provides experience necessary for professional development and completion of requirements for state licensure. Emphasis will be placed on the display of professional conduct and positive attitudes. The requirements for this course may be met in a laboratory setting or in a combination of a laboratory setting and an approved internship facility. Topics include: haircutting/ styling, hairstyling texturizing, shaving, beard trimming, thermal waving, hairpiece fitting and styling, safety precautions, and licensure preparation. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) BARB 1110 Shop Management/Ownership (Prerequisite/Co-requisite: BARB 1000, BARB 1100) Emphasizes the steps involved in opening and operating a privately owned cosmetology salon or barber/styling shop. Topics include: planning a salon/ shop, business management, retailing, public relations, sales skills, client retention, and entrepreneurship. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) BFMT 1030 Fundamentals of Structured Maintenance (Prerequisite: none) Provides introductory skills in basic building repair and Course Descriptions maintenance. Topics include: carpentry and cabinet repairs, tile and floor repairs, paints and finishes, lab and shop safety, building codes, handicap accessibility, conduit installation, and waterproofing. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (E) BFMT 1040 Building Climate Controls (Prerequisite: none) Provides instruction in heating and cooling control systems used in modern residential and commercial structures. Topics include: thermostats, valves and dampers, pneumatic controls, and refrigeration system schematics and symbols. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab2. Credit hours: 3. (E) BFMT 1050 Fundamentals of Plumbing (Prerequisite: none) Provides introductory skills in basic plumbing. Topics include: basic pipe sizing, fitting identification and terminology, pipe joining, valve identification, plumbing repairs, and lab and shop safety. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2. (E) BIOL 0093 Introduction to Human Biology (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Introduces the student to fundamental concepts of anatomy and physiology. Topics include: homeostasis, basic terminology, cell structure and function, and histology. Emphasis is placed on development of good study skills and critical thinking skills. Preparatory course for Biology 2113. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 4. (E) BIOL 1000 Fundamental of Research Internship (Prerequisite: Degree-level proficiency in English, Reading and Math) Fundamentals of Research Internship is a course to provide the skills necessary to conduct research. Students will be engaged with the basic skills required to work with a mentor, develop a research question, administer an experimental plan, collect and analyze data, formulate conclusions and communicate the findings. The overall purpose of the course is to provide an internship experience which will prepare the student for work in the research and/or life science industry. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab – 2.8. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) BIOL 1111 Biology I (Prerequisite: Degree-level proficiency in English and reading; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: BIOL 1111L) Provides an introduction to basic biological concepts with a focus on living cells. Topics include chemical principles related to cells, cell structure and function, energy and metabolism, cell division, protein synthesis, genetics, and biotechnology. (Associate level degree course) Contact hours: Class 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) BIOL 1111L Biology Lab I (Prerequisite: Degree- level proficiency in English and reading; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: BIOL 1111) Selected laboratory exercises paralleling the topics in BIOL 1111. The laboratory exercises for this course include chemical principles related to cells, cell structure and function, energy and metabolism, cell division, protein synthesis, genetics, and biotechnology. This course requires a supply reimbursement charge. (Associate level degree course) Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 1. (E) BIOL 2113 Anatomy and Physiology I (Prerequisite: Degree-level proficiency in math; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: BIOL 2113L; ENGL 1101) Introduces the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Emphasis is placed on the development of a systemic perspective of anatomical structures and physiological processes. Topics include body organization, cell structure and functions, tissue classifications, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous and sensory systems. (Associate level degree course) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) BIOL 2113L Anatomy and Physiology Lab I (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: BIOL 2113, ENGL 1101) Selected laboratory exercises paralleling the topics in BIOL 2113. The laboratory exercises for this course include body organization, cell structure and functions, tissue classifications, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous sensory systems. This course requires a supply reimbursement charge. (Associate level degree course) Contact hours: Class 0, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 1. (E) BIOL 2114 Anatomy and Physiology II (Prerequisite: BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L; Prerequisite/Corequisite: BIOL 2114L) Continues the study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include the endocrine system, cardiovascular system, blood and lymphatic system, immune system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system. (Associate level degree course) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) BIOL 2114L Anatomy and Physiology Lab II (Prerequisite: BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: BIOL 2114) Selected laboratory exercises paralleling the topics in BIOL 2114. The laboratory exercises for this course include the endocrine system, cardiovascular system, blood and lymphatic system, immune system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system. This course requires a supply reimbursement charge. (Associate level degree course) Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 1. (E) BIOL 2117 Introductory Microbiology (Prerequisite: BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L or BIOL 1111, BIOL 1111L; Prerequisite/Corequisite: BIOL 2117L). Provides students with a foundation in basic microbiology with emphasis on infectious disease. Topics include microbial diversity, microbial cell biology, microbial genetics, interactions and impact of microorganisms and humans, microorganisms and human disease. (Associate degree-level course.) Contact hours: Class3, Lab -0. Credit hours: 3. (E) BIOL 2117L Introductory Microbiology Lab (Prerequisite: BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L or BIOL1111, BIOL 1111L; Prerequisite/Corequisite: BIOL 2117) Selected laboratory exercises paralleling the topics in BIOL 2117. The laboratory exercises for this course include microbial diversity, microbial cell biology, microbial genetics, interactions and impact of microorganisms and humans, and microorganisms and human disease. This course requires a supply reimbursement charge. (Associate degree-level course.) Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab -3. Credit hours: 1. (E) BIOL 2250 Applied Biotechnology Internship (Prerequisite: BSCI 2290) The internship experience is working 300 hours in an approved laboratory environment. The experience consists of working in the laboratory as a technician operating instruments, running samples, maintaining a laboratory notebook, 299 etc. The intern makes detailed observations, analyzes data and interprets results. Interns prepare technical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative analyses. They maintain familiarity with current scientific literature and contribute to the process of the laboratory. (Associate degree-level course.) Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3. (E) BIOL 2300 Biological Research (Program Instructor Approval; BIOL 1111/L, CHEM 1211/L and CHEM 1212/L; Prerequisite/Corequisite: BIOL 2117/L) The course aims at giving students lab research experience in one or more of the following topics: molecular biology, microbiology, ecology, biochemistry, structural biology or cellular biology by introducing students to a variety of research techniques and their applications. The course is intended for biology, chemistry and bioscience students seeking to acquire basic and advanced training in life science related fields. This course will provide instruction for understanding many biochemical and molecular techniques used in biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Students will be required to present their work in departmental seminars or scientific meetings, possibly publishing research outcomes in scientific journals. Note: This course requires a supply reimbursement charge. Contact hours: Class – 0, Lab9. Credit hours: 3. (E) BIOL 2311 Human Pathophysiology (Prerequisite: BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114L) Emphasis is placed on understanding the development of disease and its impact on human physiology. Topics include the causes and mechanisms of cell injury and death, inflammation and immune responses, abnormal tissue growth, genetic disorders, fluid and electrolyte balance, as well as a study of the basic diseases of each body system. (Associate degree-level course.) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) BSCI 1111 Introduction to Bioscience (Prerequisite: Degree-level proficiency in English, reading and math) Introduction to and survey of the broad range of activities in bioscience technology. Major applications and advances in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, genomics, forensics, proteomics, agriculture, and environmental science will be covered. Including an in depth examination and discussion of ethical, legal and hands-on activities based on authentic bioscience applications. There is a survey of technical and regulatory aspects of physical, chemical, radiation and biological safety in the bioscience laboratory. Contact hours: Class – 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) BSCI 1211 Regulatory Compliance (Prerequisite: Degree-level proficiency in English, reading and math) An introduction to the basic concepts of federal regulation of bioscience/ biotechnology research and biomanufacture. The structure and purview of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Environmental Protection Agency and Occupation Safety and Health Administration will be covered. This course will also focus on the regulation of product produced in the life science sector including strategic planning, compliance, validation and documentation of production. Students will gain an understanding of the role of regulatory affairs in the overall business scheme. Differences between the regulatory requirements of the U.S. market compared to the European and Asian markets will be examined. Contact hours: Class – 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) 300 BSCI 1212 Validation, Documentation and Quality Assurance (Prerequisite: CHEM 1211 and CHEM 1211/L) This course provides an overview of documentation and validation concepts used within a biomanufacturing facility. Emphasis will be placed on source documentation, writing and executing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), process and equipment validation, as well as validation of bulk starting materials. A hands-on laboratory-based course that will familiarize students with some basic procedures and techniques common to laboratories involved with work that is covered by Quality Systems Regulation (QSR) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). The principles of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and effective documentation procedures will be stressed. Note: This course requires a supply reimbursement charge. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab – 5, Credit hours: (Sp) BSCI 1220 Fundamentals of Biomanufacturing (Prerequisite: BSCI 1111 and BIOL 2117/L) This course is an introduction to the steps of development of products produced by microorganisms using biotechnology and genetic engineering which include; biopharmaceuticals, vaccines, enzymes and food ingredients. It will also introduce the various career opportunities involved in bioprocessing. Lectures will emphasize: how genetically altered microorganisms are used in drug development, methods used for manufacturing of biopharmaceuticals, vaccines, enzymes and food ingredients, biopharmaceutical process development, the design of biomanufacturing equipment and facilities, how bioprocesses are regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA regulatory compliance), an introduction to bionanomaterials, and an introduction to scientific, engineering, regulatory compliance and business careers in biomanufacturing. Note: This course requires a supply reimbursement charge. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab – 5, Credit hours: 3. (F) BSCI 1230 Environmental Laboratory Testing Methods (Prerequisite: CHEM 1211 and CHEM 1211/L) This course will prepare students to understand the scope of environmental testing and the work of technologists who perform these duties. Students will learn to collect, store, and transport environmental samples, and describe the major analytical procedures applied to these samples in the environmental lab. Data reduction and reporting will be discussed. Note: This course requires a supply reimbursement charge. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab – 5, Credit hours: 3 (F) BSCI 1240 Pollution and Remediation (Prerequisite: CHEM 1211 and CHEM 1211/L) This course provides an overview of environmental contamination and pollution. Students will define contamination and pollution issues including sources, spread, and hazards to living and non-living entities. Regulatory affairs related to these issues, including federal, state and local laws, code, and regulations will be reviewed. Current best practices in remediation of environmental contamination and pollution will be covered. Note: This course requires a supply reimbursement charge. Contact hours: Class 1, Lab – 5, Credit hours: 3. (Su) BSCI 2220 Nucleic Acid Chemistry and Analysis (Prerequisite: BSCI 1111, BIOL 1111/L, CHEM 2211/L, Prerequisite/Corequisite: BSCI 2290) A survey of common laboratory methodologies currently used in Course Descriptions bioscience, and how to collect, assess and analyze data from these various methods. Methods examined include nucleic acid extraction, purification and characterization, PCR, Real-time PCR, bacterial transformation, restriction digest and analysis. Students learn to analyze sequences, select primers and utilize polymerase chain reaction as a diagnostic tool. Note: This course requires a supply reimbursement charge. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab – 8. Credit hours: 4. (Su) BSCI 2230 Methods of Protein Analysis (Prerequisite: BSCI 1111, BIOL 1111/L, CHEM 2211/L, Prerequisite/Corequisite: BSCI 2290) Develop and exercise the skill of solving typical problems in executing chemical and biological laboratory procedures. This course focuses on common lab challenges and failure modes. Instruction and exercises will target the anticipation and prevention of errors. Students will receive ample hands-on experience at the bench trouble-shooting and devising solutions. Note: This course requires a supply reimbursement charge. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab –8. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) BSCI 2290 Integrative Biology (Prerequisite: Program Admission; BIOL 1111, CHEM 2211 and CHEM 2211L)Students are introduced to major topics in biochemistry and cell biology, including biomolecules, enzymology, cellular anatomy and function, stimuluseffect coupling, molecular biology, principal topics in intermediary metabolism, plant cell structure and physiology, cancer, and a basic overview of immunology. The course establishes a working knowledge of these areas and integrates these diverse topics into a useful and comprehensive survey of mammalian and plant structure and function. The course includes a laboratory component that will familiarize students with common lab practices in biochemistry and cell biology. The entire course will emphasize critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. A lab fee is required. Note: This course requires a supply reimbursement charge. Contact hours: Class 3, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 5. (Sp) BTEC 1100 Clinical Research Methods I (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Corequisite: BTEC 1105) This course introduces students to basic aspects of clinical research studies. Topics include: the nature of clinical research studies and the role of the clinical research professional in clinical studies. Contact hours: Class 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F) BTEC 1105 Clinical Regulatory Procedures I (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Corequisite: BTEC 1100) This course provides an introduction to federal and local regulatory oversight of clinical research on human beings. Topics include: historical basis for clinical research regulation and the nature of federal regulatory oversight for clinical trials. An examination of historical research misconduct is used to explain the need for regulatory oversight. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F) BTEC 1110 Clinical Research Methods II (Prerequisite: BTEC 1100, BTEC 1105) This course extends an understanding of the role of the clinical research professional in research trials. Topics include: Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the conduct of a clinical research study, the role of the Institutional Review Board, and the Informed Consent process. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) BTEC 2225 Clinical Research Design and Statistics (Prerequisite: BTEC 1100, BTEC 1105) An introduction to foundations of probability and statistical theory as they apply to clinical research practitioners. Topics include: the concepts of error and variability in data; the normal distribution and its assumptions and dangers on use; the computation of basic population parameters and sample statistics, including measures of central tendency and variability; applicable measures of statistical significance and hypothesis testing; the interpretation of research data; basics of clinical research design, including commonly used parametric designs, when specific designs are applicable, and the strengths and weaknesses of specific designs; and how the clinical research professional can collect data to minimize error and variability in data. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (Su) BTEC 2230 Technical Communications for Clinical Research (Prerequisite/Corequisite; BTEC 1110) This course addresses reading, writing and spoken communication techniques critical to clinical research. Topics include: effective reading and writing of technical documents and elements of effective spoken communication. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (Su) BTEC 2241 Clinical Research Methods III (Prerequisite: BTEC 1110) This course will focus on practical functions of the clinical research professional, including the writing and submission of Informed Consent Agreements, compliance with HIPAA, importance of source documents, and the reading of research protocols. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (Su) BTEC 2255 Clinical Regulatory Procedures II (Prerequisite: BTEC 1105) This course is an examination of the informed consent process and the oversight of the Institutional Review Board. Topics include: format and review of informed consent agreements and the role of the Clinical Research Professional in administering informed consent. Students will develop an understanding of appropriate sections of CFR Titles 21 and 45. Contact hours: Class3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) BTEC 2260 Ethics for Clinical Research (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course is an introduction to ethical considerations in the design and performance of clinical research on human beings. Topics include: landmark documents in the ethics of clinical research (Nuremburg Code, Declaration of Helsinki, Belmont Report), ethical factors surrounding informed consent, ethical clinical research and Good Clinical Practice, and the concept of clinical equipoise. Contact hours: Class – 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (F) BUSN 1100 Introduction to Keyboarding (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) This course introduces the touch system of keyboarding placing emphasis on correct techniques. Topics include: computer hardware, computer software, file management, learning the alphabetic keyboard, the numeric keyboard and keypad, building speed and accuracy, and proofreading. Students attain a minimum of 25 GWAM (gross words a minute) on 3-minute timings with no more than 3 errors. Contact hours: Class – 1, Lab – 4. Credit hours: 3. (E) 301 BUSN 1180 Computer Graphics and Design (Prerequisite: FYES 1000) Introduces how to: design and transmit electronic communications; create graphics on-line; and insert animation and sound to computer-generated charts, graphs, and diagrams. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (T) BUSN 1190 Digital Technologies in Business (Prerequisite: FYES 1000) Provides an overview of digital technology used for conducting business. Students will learn the application of business activities using various digital platforms. Contact hours: Class 1, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2. (T) BUSN 1240 Office Procedures (Prerequisite: FYES 1000, diploma level proficiency in English and reading) Emphasizes essential skills required for the business office. Topics include: office protocol, time management, telecommunications and telephone techniques, office equipment, workplace mail, records management, travel/meeting arrangements, electronic mail, and workplace documents. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) BUSN 1250 Records Management (Prerequisite: BUSN 1440 or BUSN 1400) Introduces records management concepts for use in any office environment. Topics include: Basic Records Management Concepts; Alphabetic, Numeric, Subject, and Geographic Filing; and Records Retention, Transfer, and Disposition of Records. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (T) BUSN 1300 Introduction to Business (Prerequisite: diploma level proficiency in English and reading) Introduces organization and management concepts of the business world and in the office environment. Topics include business in a global economy, starting and organizing a business, enterprise management, marketing strategies and financial management. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) BUSN 1400 Word Processing Applications (Prerequisite: FYES 1000; and diploma level proficiency in math, English and reading) This course covers the knowledge and skills required to use word processing software through course demonstrations, laboratory exercises and projects. Minimal document keying will be necessary as students will work with existing documents to learn the functions and features of the word processing application. Topics and assignments will include: word processing concepts, customizing documents, formatting content, working with visual content, organizing content, reviewing documents, sharing and securing content. Contact hours: Class 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (E) BUSN 1410 Spreadsheet Concepts and Applications (Prerequisite: FYES 1000; and diploma level proficiency in math, English and reading) This course covers the knowledge and skills required to use spreadsheet software through course demonstrations, laboratory exercises and projects. Topics and assignments will include: spreadsheet concepts, creating and manipulating data, formatting data and content, creating and modifying formulas, presenting data visually and, collaborating and securing data. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (F) BUSN 1420 Database Applications (Prerequisite: FYES 1000; and diploma level proficiency in math, 302 English and reading) This course covers the knowledge and skills required to use database management software through course demonstrations, laboratory exercises and projects. Topics and assignments will include: database concepts, structuring databases, creating and formatting database elements, entering and modifying data, creating and modifying queries, presenting and sharing data and, managing and maintaining databases. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab – 2. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) BUSN 1430 Desktop Publishing and Presentation Applications (Prerequisite: FYES 1000) This course covers the knowledge and skills required to use desktop publishing (DTP) software and presentation software to create business publications and presentations. Course work will include course demonstrations, laboratory exercises and projects. Topics include: desktop publishing concepts, basic graphic design, publication layout, presentation design, and practical applications. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (T) BUSN 1440 Document Production (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in math, English, and reading; and FYES 1000; and BUSN 1100 or the ability to key 25 gross words a minute on 3-minute timings with no more than 3 errors) Reinforces the touch system of keyboarding placing emphasis on correct techniques with adequate speed and accuracy and producing properly formatted business documents. Topics include: reinforcing correct keyboarding technique, building speed and accuracy, formatting business documents, language arts, proofreading, and work area management. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 4. (E) BUSN 2160 Electronic Mail Applications (Prerequisite: diploma level proficiency in math, English and reading) This course provides instruction in the fundamentals of communicating with others inside and outside the organization via a personal information management program. Emphasizes the concepts necessary for individuals and workgroups to organize, find, view, and share information via electronic communication channels. Topics include: Internal and External Communication, Message Management, Calendar Management, Navigation, Contact and Task Management, and Security and Privacy. Contact hours: Class – 1, Lab – 2. Credit hours: 2. (T) BUSN 2170 Web Page Design (Prerequisite: FYES 1000) This course provides instruction in the concepts necessary for individuals to create and manage professional quality web sites. Topics include: Web Site Creation, Web Page Development and Design, Hyper link Creation, Test, and Repair, Integration, Web Site Navigation, and Web Site Management. Contact hours: Class – 1, Lab – 2. Credit hours: 2. (T) BUSN 2180 Speed and Accuracy Keying (Prerequisite: BUSN 1100 or BUSN 1440) Further develops speed and accuracy through analysis of keying and prescribed practice drills. Topics include: building speed and accuracy and straight-copy proofreading. Contact hours: Class – 0, Lab – 2. Credit hours: 1. (T) BUSN 2190 Business Document Proofreading and Editing (Prerequisite: ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1101; and Course Descriptions BUSN 1440) Emphasizes proper proofreading and editing for business documents. Topics include: applying proofreading techniques and proofreaders marks with business documents; proper content, clarity, and conciseness in business documents; and business document formatting. Contact hours: Class – 1, Lab – 4. Credit hours: 3. (T) BUSN 2200 Office Accounting (Prerequisite: Program Admission; and diploma level proficiency in Math) Introduces fundamental concepts of the accounting cycle for a sole proprietor service business. Topics include: accounting equation, analyzing business transactions, journalizing and posting transactions, accounts receivable and accounts payable subsidiary ledgers, financial statements, cash control, and payroll concepts. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 4. (T) BUSN 2210 Applied Office Procedures (Prerequisite: BUSN 1240, BUSN 1400, BUSN 1410, and BUSN 1440; Prerequisite/Corequisites: BUSN 2200 or ACCT 1100; and BUSN 2190) This course focuses on applying knowledge and skills learned in prior courses taken in the program. Topics include: communications skills, telecommunications skills, records management skills, office equipment/supplies, and integrated programs/ applications. Serves as a capstone course. Contact hours: Class – 1, Lab – 4. Credit hours: 3. (T) BUSN 2300 Medical Terminology (Prerequisite: Program Admission) Introduces the basic spelling and pronunciation of medical terms, and the use of these terms as they relate to anatomy, treatment, surgery, and drugs. Topics include: word analysis, word elements, spelling, pronunciation, and semantics. Contact hours: Class – 2, Lab – 0. Credit hours: 2. (T) BUSN 2310 Anatomy & Terminology for the Medical Administrative Assistant (Prerequisite: Program Admission) Introduces the structure and function of the human body including medical terminology. Topics covered include information which will provide the medical office assistant with the knowledge needed to communicate with office staff, physicians, and patients and to assist in completion of medical reports generated in the medical office. Topics include: body structures, body functions, and medical terminology. Contact hours: Class – 3, Lab – 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) BUSN 2340 Medical Administrative Procedures (Prerequisite: ALHS 1090 or BUSN 2300; and ALHS 1010 or ALHS 1011 or BUSN 2310; and BUSN1440) Emphasizes essential skills required for the medical office. Introduces the knowledge and skills of procedures for billing purposes. Introduces the basic concept of medical administrative assisting and its relationship to the other health fields. Emphasizes medical ethics, legal aspects of medicine, and the medical administrative assistant’s role as an agent of the physician. Provides the student with knowledge and the essentials of professional behavior. Topics include: introduction to medical administrative assisting, medical law, ethics, patient relations/human relations, physician-patient-assistant relationship, medical office in litigation, medical records management, scheduling appointments, pegboard or computerized accounting, health insurance, transcription of medical documents, and billing/collection. Contact hours: Class – 2, Lab – 4. Credit hours: 4. (T) BUSN 2370 Medical Office Billing/Coding/Insurance (Prerequisite: ALHS 1090 or BUSN 2300; and ALHS 1010 or ALHS 1011 or BUSN 2310) Provides an introduction to medical coding skills and applications of international coding standards for billing of health care services. Provides the knowledge and skills to apply coding of diagnostic statements and procedures for billing purposes. Provides an introduction to medical coding as it relates to health insurance. Topics include: International classification of diseases, code book formats; coding techniques; formats of the ICD and CPT manuals; health insurance; billing, reimbursement, and collections; and managed care. Contact hours: Class – 2, Lab – 2. Credit hours: 3. (T) CARP 1070 Site Layouts, Footings, and Foundations (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Introduces the concepts and practices of basic site layout, footings, and foundation construction. Students will use layout equipment for on-site laboratory practice. Topics include: zoning restrictions and codes, batter board installation, builder’s level, squaring methods, footings, plot plan interpretation, materials estimation, foundation types, foundation forms, edge forms, waterproofing, soil testing and excavation. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (F, Su) CARP 1105 Floor Wall and Stair Framing (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course provides instruction in floor and wall materials and materials estimation, framing production of walls and partitions, and framing production of flooring. Emphasis is placed on practical application of skills. Topics include estimation and computation procedures, rough layouts, and layout and installation procedures. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 4. (Sp, F) CARP 1110 Ceiling and Roof Framing (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course provides instruction in the theory and practical application of skills required to construct ceiling and roof framings and coverings. Topics include systems and materials identification, layout procedures, installation procedures, cost and materials estimation, and safety precautions. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (SP) CARP 1112 Exterior Finishes and Roof Coverings (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Introduces materials identification, estimation, and installation procedures for exterior finish and trim materials to include window and door units. Emphasis will be placed on competency development through laboratory practice. Topics include: doors and windows, siding types, cornice and soffit, decks, roof coverings, materials identification, materials estimation, and installation procedures. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab4. Credit hours: 4. (E) CARP 1114 Interior Finishes (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course introduces the procedures and methods for identifying materials, cost estimating, and installation of interior finishes and trim. Topics include materials identification; cost estimating, trim, insulation, doors, gypsum wallboard, and paneling used in finishing jobs. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (F, Sp) CARP 1190 Advanced Residential Finishes and Decks (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course introduces finish floor coverings, fireplace trim, cabinets & millwork, and deck framing & guardrails 303 for residential construction projects. Emphasis will be placed on identification, estimation and installation of various types of hard and soft floor coverings. This course introduces design, construction and installation of fireplace trim. The course also introduces locating and installing cabinets and millwork. Topics include: identification of flooring materials, flooring estimation procedures, flooring installation procedures, fireplace trim, cabinets and millwork installation procedures, and deck framing & guardrails. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 3. (T) CAVT 1002 Medical Physics (Prerequisites: Program Admission) In this course the student is introduced to theory of medical instrumentation and physics found in the cardiovascular sciences. Performance of laboratory procedure is used to reinforce understanding of biomedical applications of equipment and uses as well as proper technique in safety. Topics include: electrical circuit theory, hospital equipment safety and medical instruments and equipment. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2. (T) CAVT 1020 Cardiac Catheterization I (Corequisites: CAVT 1021) This course includes an intensive study of the role of the Cardiovascular Technology student in the various diagnostic invasive cardiac catheterization procedures such as right and left heart procedures, temporary pacemakers, Swan-Ganz catheters, and coronary angioplasty. This includes identification of angiographic images and data as well as basic interventional techniques. Topics include: introduction to cardiac catheterization, medical legal ethics in the cardiac catheterization lab, angioplastic data, hemodynamic principles, special techniques in cardiac catheterization, and interventional techniques. Additional topics include emergency life support, cardiac pharmacology, and cardiac pathology and advance cardiac life support. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab – 6. Credit hours: 4. (T) CAVT 1021 Cardiac Catheterization Clinical I (Corequisites: CAVT 1020) Clinical prep will provide hands-on experience and will serve as an introduction to the competencies, rotations, and expectations of the student while in the cardiac catheterization lab in a student capacity. Topics include: ethical and legal behavior in the catheterization laboratory, environmental safety in the catheterization laboratory, clinical orientation, monitoring skills, and basic life support. The student will perform and complete various competencies to prepare for the clinical experience in each rotation. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3. (T) CAVT 1030 Electrophysiology and Cardiac Anatomy (Prerequisites: Program Admission) Introduces the concepts essential in the performance and interpretation of 12 lead EKG and heart sounds. As a study of the anatomy, physiology, structural relationships, and the pathophysiology of the human heart and vascular system, the course concentrates on specialized terminology, cardiac and vascular anatomy, and electrophysiology. Topics include: heart anatomy, circulatory system, heart electrical system, physical heart defects, electrocardiograph, preparation for various electrocardiographic examinations, physical principles and pathophysiology of heart sounds, exercise physiology, stress testing, Holter monitoring, cardiac pacemakers, and cardiac rehabilitation 304 programs. Laboratory experiences will be provided. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (T) CAVT 1080 Advanced Hemodynamics and Cardiac Physiology (Prerequisites: Program Admission) The student is introduced to various forms of invasive monitoring. Various forms of invasive access are studied, including right and left heart catherization, arterial line setups, and appropriate care. Emphasis is placed on the basics of hemodynamic monitoring and interpretation. Also provides an overview of cardiovascular physiology and pathophysiology. Topics include: hemodynamics, aseptic technique, infection control, biochemistry of the cardiac muscle, conduction system, electrocardiogram, pathophysiology of acquired diseases, embryological development, and pathophysiology of congenital diseases. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (T) CAVT 1090 Drug Calculations and Administration (Prerequisites: MATH 1111, MATH 1127) Uses basic mathematical concepts and includes basic drug administration. Emphasizes critical thinking skills. Topics include: systems of measurement, calculating drug problems, resource materials usage, basic pharmacology, administering medications in a simulated clinical environment, principles of IV therapy techniques, and client education. Contact hours: Class1, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2. (T) CAVT 1100 Cardiac Catheterization Fundamentals (Prerequisites: Program Admission) Provides an overview of cardiovascular invasive diagnosis and therapy. Includes an introduction of the cardiac catheterization lab. Topics include: x-ray therapy, safety, positioning, coronary arteriography, pharmacology, invasive cardiac measurements and calculations, and specialty procedures. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (T) CAVT 2020 Cardiac Catheterization 2 (Prerequisites: CAVT 1020, CAVT 1021; Prerequisite/Corequisite: CAVT 2030) An intensive study of the role of theCV Technologist in the various invasive Cardiac Catheterization procedures such as: Right and Left heart catheterization, temporary pacemakers, SwanGanz, and coronary angioplasty, Topics include: general principles of acid-base and blood gas collection, interpretation and analogies, cardiac surgery and peripheral vascular disease, basic principles of electrophysiology and pacemaker technology, congenital heart disease and corrective surgeries, and basic hemodynamic review. Lab experience will be provided. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab – 6. Credit hours: 4. (T) CAVT 2030 Cardiac Catheterization Clinical 2 (Prerequisites: CAVT 1020, CAVT 1021; Prerequisite/Corequisite: CAVT 2020) Provides handson experience in performing invasive cardiac catheterization procedures while being monitored by a registered preceptor. Topics include: policies and procedures class, ethical and legal behavior in the catheterization laboratory, scrubbing skills, monitoring skills, circulating skills, and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 18. Credit hours: 6. (T) CAVT 2050 Cardiac Catheterization Clinical 3 (Prerequisites: Program Admission) The course provides a culminating clinical experience, which allows Course Descriptions students to analyze information and procedural instruction provided throughout the program. Offers an intensive study of the hands-on experience in role of the cardiac catheterization technologist in advanced cardiovascular procedures related to the catheterization lab while being monitored by a registered preceptor with emphasis on continuing to develop skills in scrubbing, monitoring and circulating during diagnostic and interventional procedures. Topics include: professional conduct, infection control, scrubbing skills, monitoring skills and circulation skills. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 33. Credit hours: 11. (T) CAVT 2070 Cardiac Catheterization Registry Review I (Prerequisites: CAVT 1020, CAVT 1021, CAVT 2020, CAVT 2030) An intensive review to prepare the student for the national examination. Topics include: cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, cardiovascular disease and pathophysiology, hemodynamic data, diagnostic techniques and patient care assessments. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 2. (T) CCMN 1000 Introduction to Construction and Development (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course is a study of the commercial construction process, terminology, participant roles, and phases. Topics include: project types, project stages, construction documents, marketing, contract procurement, estimating, bonding, scheduling, mobilization, materials, methods, change orders, claims, safety, organizational management, computers in construction, communication, contract types, liability and loss control. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab -2. Credit hours: 2 (E) CCMN 1020 Building Technologies and Methods (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course is a study of the materials and technologies utilized in commercial construction. Topics include: site-work, foundations, building structure, interior and exterior finishes, roofing, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and conveying systems. An overview of materials testing is also presented. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 4. (F) CCMN 1030 Construction Graphics (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course provides the skills to read and interpret commercial construction graphical documents. Topics include: dimensioning practices, layout, abbreviations, symbol usage, line types, computer aided design, and principles of drawing. An overview of project specifications is included. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab -2. Credit hours: 3. (F, Su) CCMN 1040 Construction Safety (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course covers commercial construction safety and loss prevention. Topics include: safety plan management, emergency planning, project security, sources of safety information and supplies, personal protective equipment (PPE), fire prevention, hazardous communications, material safety data sheets (MSDS), fall protection, electrical hazards, ladders, scaffolds, stairways, confined spaces, excavations, training techniques, accident reporting, materials handling and storage, cranes, mechanized equipment, steel erection, and concrete construction. Training for the OSHA 30-hour credential is included in this course. Contact hours: Class - 4, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) CCMN 1060 Construction Estimating I (Prerequisite: CCMN 1030) This course provides the skills required to develop a material quantity estimate from commercial construction drawings and specifications. Completion of a quantity survey project is required. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) CCMN 1070 Construction Estimating II (Prerequisite: CCMN 1060) This course continues the study of the estimating process emphasizing pricing the general contractor’s work including: estimating procedures, development of direct and indirect unit costs, evaluation of subcontractor’s bids, bidding strategy, and bid opening. The completion of an estimate, bid submission, and development of a schedule of values are required. Also included is an introduction to conceptual estimating. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab 2. Credit hours: 4. (F) CCMN 2010 Construction Law (Prerequisite: CCMN 1000) This course is a study of the legal aspects of commercial construction contracting. Topics include: contracts, drug testing, sexual harassment, labor management relations, discrimination, worker compensation, bonding, claims, arbitration, mediation, business types, minority business enterprises, hiring and firing practices. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F, Su) CCMN 2020 Construction Scheduling (Prerequisite: CCMN 1000; Prerequisite/Corequisite: CCMN 1020) This course is a study of commercial construction scheduling and cost controls. Topics include network diagrams, time-scaled design, Gantt charts and computerized scheduling. Students will complete projects utilizing the critical path method in both manual and computerized formats. Contact hours: Class - 4, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 4. (F) CCMN 2030 Construction Accounting and Financial Management (Prerequisite: CCMN 1060) This course provides a study of financial management and accounting theory with specific application to the commercial construction industry. Topics include accounting data, financial statements, cost control, taxation, ratio analysis, the time value of money, budgeting, cash flow, financing, and receivables. Contact hours: Class - 4, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) CCMN 2040 Construction Project Management (Prerequisite: CCMN 1070) This course is a study of delivery methods, contract documents, supervision, working with owners and design professionals, control of cash flow, procurement, management of subcontractors, job records, contract changes, and payment procedures. Contact hours: Class - 4, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) CCMN 2080 Sustainable Design & Construction (Prerequisite/Corequisite: CCMN 1020) This course will introduce students to the theory and application of sustainability concepts in design and construction. The course will include an overview of green building programs and certifications, with a focus on managing LEED implementation through construction. The course will also review the principles required in preparation for the LEED Green Associate examination (the exam is not included in the course). Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 4. (Sp, Su) CCMN 2500 Commercial Construction Management Internship-Practicum (Prerequisite: CCMN 1000, 305 CCMN 1020, CCMN 1030) This course provides the student an opportunity to gain real-world experience by working with a local industry in the appropriate field for a minimum of 135 hours during the term or, alternatively, an equivalent number of hours on realworld projects at the college. Contact hours: Class – 0, lab – 9. Credit hours: 3. (Sp, Su) experiments to illustrate the reactions, principles and techniques presented in Organic Chemistry I. Students gain experience in synthesis and techniques relating to isolation, purification and identification of organic compounds. This course requires a supply reimbursement charge. (Associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 1. (F, Sp) CHEM 0093 (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Introduces the student to fundamental concepts of chemistry. Topics include: basic chemistry math, measurements and conversions, periodic trends, atomic structure and nomenclature. Emphasis is placed on development of good study skills and critical thinking skills. Preparatory course for Chemistry 1211. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab -2. Credit hours: 4. (E) CHEM 2212 Organic Chemistry II (Prerequisite: CHEM 2211, CHEM 2211L; Corequisite: CHEM 2212L) This course is a continuation of Organic Chemistry I. Topics include spectroscopy, aromatic compounds and a survey of carbonyl compounds and their reactions. Instructors emphasize bioorganic compounds as they relate to biological structure and function. (Associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (Sp, Su) CHEM 1211 Chemistry I (Prerequisite: Degree-level proficiency in English and Reading; MATH 1101 or MATH 1111; Corequisite: CHEM 1211L) Provides an introduction to basic chemical principles and concepts which explain the behavior of matter. Topics include measurement, physical and chemical properties of matter, atomic structure, chemical bonding, nomenclature, chemical reactions, and stoichiometry and gas laws. (Associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) CHEM 2212L Organic Chemistry II Lab (Prerequisite: CHEM 2211, CHEM 2211L; Corequisite: CHEM 2212) In this laboratory course, students perform experiments to illustrate the reactions, principles and techniques presented in Organic Chemistry II. Students gain additional experience in instrumentation, synthesis and techniques relating to isolation and purification. They also expand their capabilities relating to the identification of organic compounds. This course requires a supply reimbursement charge. (Associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 1. (Sp, Su) CHEM 1211L Chemistry Lab I (Prerequisite: Degreelevel proficiency in English and Reading; MATH 1101 or MATH 1111; Corequisite: CHEM 1211) Selected laboratory exercises paralleling the topics in CHEM 1211. The laboratory exercises for this course include measurement, physical and chemical properties of matter, atomic structure, chemical bonding, nomenclature, chemical reactions, stoichiometry and gas laws. This course requires a supply reimbursement charge. (Associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 1. (E) CHEM 1212 Chemistry II (Prerequisite: CHEM 1211, CHEM 1211L; Corequisite: CHEM 1212L) Continues the exploration of basic chemical principles and concepts. Topics include equilibrium theory, kinetics, thermodynamics, solution chemistry, acid-base theory, and nuclear chemistry. (Associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) CHEM 1212L Chemistry Lab II (Prerequisite: CHEM 1211, CHEM 1211L; Corequisite: CHEM 1212) Selected laboratory exercises paralleling the topics in CHEM 1212. The laboratory exercises for this course include equilibrium theory, kinetics, thermodynamics, solution chemistry, acid-base theory, and nuclear chemistry. This course requires a supply reimbursement charge. (Associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 1. (E) CHEM 2211 Organic Chemistry I (Prerequisite: CHEM 1212, CHEM 1212L; Corequisite: CHEM 2211L) This course is the first of a two-semester sequence on the organic chemistry of alkanes, alkenes and their substitution products, reactions, nomenclature, functional groups and electron structure. (Associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) CHEM 2211L Organic Chemistry Lab I (Prerequisite: CHEM 1212, CHEM 1212L; Corequisite: CHEM 2211) In this laboratory course, students perform 306 CHEM 2300 Quantitative Analysis (Prerequisite: BSCI 1111 CHEM 1211/L, CHEM 1212/L, MATH 1127; Corequisite: CHEM 2300L) This course covers quantitative analytical applications and examines the theories underlying ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy, infrared spectroscopy, atomic spectroscopy, gaschromatography and high performance liquid chromatography. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F) CHEM 2300L Quantitative Analysis Lab (Prerequisite: BSCI 1111, CHEM 1211/L, CHEM 1212/L; Corequisite: CHEM 2300) This course begins to develop expertise in techniques involving the operation of many common laboratory instruments. Samples will be analyzed using instrumental methods including UV/Vis and FT/ IR spectroscopy, HPLC, GC/MS, and GC/FID. Note: This course requires a supply reimbursement charge. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 2. (F) CIST 1001 Computer Concepts (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) Provides an overview of information systems, computers and technology. Topics include: Information Systems and Technology Terminology, Computer History, Data Representation, Data Storage Concepts, Fundamentals of Information Processing, Fundamentals of Information Security, Information Technology Ethics, Fundamentals of Hardware Operation, Fundamentals of Networking, Fundamentals of the Internet, Fundamentals of Software Design Concepts, Fundamentals of Software, (System and Application), System Development Methodology, Computer Number Systems conversion (Binary and Hexadecimal), Mobile computing. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab -4. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 1102 Introduces the emphasis on learning the Keyboarding (Prerequisite: none) touch system of keyboarding placing correct techniques. Topics include alphabetic keyboard, the numeric Course Descriptions keyboard and keypad, building speed and accuracy, and proofreading. Students attain a minimum of 20 GWAM (gross words a minute). Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (E) CIST 1122 Hardware Installation and Maintenance (Prerequisite: none) This course serves to provide students with the knowledge of the fundamentals of computer technology, networking, and security along with the skills required to identify hardware, peripheral, networking, and security components with an introduction to the fundamentals of installing and maintaining computers. Students will develop the skills to identify the basic functionality of the operating system, perform basic troubleshooting techniques, utilize proper safety procedures, and effectively interact with customers and peers. This course is designed to help prepare students for the CompTIA A+ certification examination. Contact hours: Class – 2, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 1130 Operating Systems Concepts (Prerequisite: CIST 1001) Provides an overview of modern operating systems and their use in home and small business environments. Activities will utilize the graphical user interface (GUI) and command line environment (CLI This will include operating system fundamentals; installing, configuring, and upgrading operating systems; managing storage, file systems, hardware and system resources; troubleshooting, diagnostics, and maintenance of operating systems; and networking. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (E) CIST 1200 Database Management (Prerequisite: CIST 1001) Provides an overview of the skills and knowledge of database application systems which are used in business government and industry. Topics include: history, database terminology and concepts, database system logical organization, data manipulation, database design concepts, models, normalization, Entity Relationship diagramming, physical database, networking and databases, and database security. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 1220 Structured Query Language (SQL) (Prerequisite: CIST 1001) Includes basic database design concepts and solving database retrieval and modification problems using the SQL language. Topics include: database Vocabulary, Relational Database Design, Date retrieval using SQL, Data Modification using SQL, Developing and Using SQL Procedures. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 1305 Program Design and Development (Prerequisite: none) An introductory course that provides problem solving and programming concepts for those that develop user applications. An emphasis is placed on developing logic, troubleshooting, and using tools to develop solutions. Topics include: problem solving and programming concepts, structured programming, the four logic structures, file processing concepts, and arrays. Contact hours: Class – 2, Lab – 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) CIST 1401 Computer Networking Fundamentals (Prerequisite: CIST 1001) Introduces networking technologies and prepares students to take the CompTIA’s broad-based, vendor independent networking certification exam, Network +. This course covers a wide range of material about networking, including local area networks, wide area networks, protocols, topologies, transmission media, and security. Focuses on operating network management systems, and implementing the installation of networks. It reviews cabling, connection schemes, the fundamentals of the LAN and WAN technologies, TCP/IP configuration and troubleshooting, remote connectivity, and network maintenance and troubleshooting. Topics include: basic knowledge of networking technology, network media and topologies, network devices, network management, network tools and network security. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 1510 Web Development I (Prerequisite: none) Explores the concepts of Hypertext Markup Language, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), XML, and HTML following the current standards (HTML5) set by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) for developing inter-linking web pages that include graphical elements, hyperlinks, tables, forms, and image maps. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) CIST 1520 Scripting Technologies (Prerequisite: CIST 1305, CIST 1510) Students learn how to use the features and structure of a client side scripting language, explore the features on server side scripting and develop professional web applications that include special effects, interactive, dynamic, validated, and secure forms. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) CIST 1530 Web Graphics I (Prerequisite: CIST 1001, CIST 1510) Students will explore how to use industry standard or open source graphics software programs to create Web ready images and Web pages. Topics include advanced image correction techniques and adjustments, typography and interpolation as well as conditional scripting statements and arrays. The course includes a final project that allows students to develop a Web page/site using the chosen software. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) CIST 1540 Web Animation I (Prerequisite: CIST 1001, CIST 1510) In this course, students will use scripting and the latest in industry standard or open source software to cover the creation and manipulation of images and animations. Topics include graphic types, organizational methods, drawing tools, beginning to complex object modeling and an introduction to scripting. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) CIST 1601 Information Security Fundamentals (Prerequisite: CIST 1001) This course provides a broad overview of information security. It covers terminology, history, security systems development and implementation. Student will also cover the legal, ethical, and professional issues in information security. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) CIST 1602 Security Policies and Procedures (Prerequisite: CIST 1001) This course provides knowledge and experience to develop and maintain security policies and procedures. Students will explore the legal and ethical issues in information security and the various security layers: physical security, personnel security, operating systems, network, software, communication and database security. Students will develop an Information Security Policy and an Acceptable Use Policy. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) 307 CIST 2351 PHP Programming I (Prerequisite: CIST 1305, CIST 1510, CIST 1520) An introductory PHP programming course that teaches students how to create dynamic websites. Topics include: PHP and basic web programming concepts, installing PHP, embedding PHP in HTML, variables and constants, operators, forms, conditional statements, looping, arrays, and text files. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2361 C++ Programming I (Prerequisite: CIST 1305) Provides opportunity to gain a working knowledge of C++ programming. Includes creating, editing, executing, and debugging C++ programs of moderate difficulty. Topics include: basic C++ concepts, simple I/O and expressions, I/O and control statements, arrays, pointers, structures, managing data and developing programs. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2362 C++ Programming II (Prerequisite: CIST 2361) Develops skills for the programmer to write programs using the language of C++. Emphasis is placed on utilizing the added features of C++, which will be added to the skills mastered in Introduction to C++ Programming. Topics include: objects, classes, inheritance, overloading, polymorphism, streams, containers, and exceptions. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2371 Java Programming I (Prerequisite: CIST 1305) This course is designed to teach the basic concepts and methods of objected-oriented design and Java programming. Use practical problems to illustrate Java application building techniques and concepts. Develop an understanding of Java vocabulary. Create an understanding of where Java fits in the application development landscape. Create an understanding of the Java Development Kit and how to develop, debug, and run Java applications using the JDK. Continue to develop student’s programming logic skills. Topics include: JAVA Language History, JAVA Variable Definitions, JAVA Control Structures, JAVA Methods, JAVA Classes, JAVA Objects, and JAVA Graphics. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2372 Java Programming II (Prerequisite: CIST 2371) This course is an intermediate course in Java Programming. It is assumed that the student knows the Java syntax as well as basic object oriented concepts. The student will use classes and objects provided by the core Java API. They will use these classes to accomplish tasks such as Database access, File access, exception handling, running threads, using sockets to talk across a network, and remotely calling methods using RMI techniques. Contact hours: Class 2, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2373 Java Programming III (Prerequisite: CIST 2372) This course is a course in building Web Applications using Java Enterprise Edition (JEE). It is assumed that the student knows Java Standard Edition as the concepts and techniques build on that foundation. The student will install Web, Application and Database servers. The student will learn to build Web Applications using JEE technologies, such as Servlets, Java Server Pages and Enterprise JavaBeans. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2381 Mobile Application Development (Prerequisite: CIST 1305) This course explores mobile 308 guidelines, standards, and techniques. This course includes design and development techniques for multiple mobile devices, platforms, and operating systems. Students will develop mobile applications using state of practice development tools, languages and devices. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab – 4. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2411 Microsoft Client (Corequisite: CIST 1401) Provides the ability to implement, administrator, and troubleshoot Windows Professional Client as a desktop operating system in any network environment. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab – 4. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2412 Microsoft Server Directory Services (Prerequisite: CIST 2411) Provides students with knowledge and skills necessary to install, configure, manage, support and administer a Microsoft Directory Services. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2413 Microsoft Server Infrastructure (Prerequisite: CIST 2412) Provides students with knowledge and skills necessary to install, configure, manage, support and administer a Microsoft Network Infrastructure. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2414 Microsoft Server Administrator (Prerequisite: CIST 2412) Provides students with advanced knowledge and skills necessary to install, configure, manage, support and administer Windows Server Services. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2431 UNIX/Linux Introduction (Corequisite: CIST 1401) This course introduces the UNIX/Linux operating system skills necessary to perform entry level user functions. Topics include: history of UNIX/ Linux, login and logout, the user environment, user password change, the file system, hierarchy tree, editors, file system commands as they relate to navigating the file system tree, UNIX/Linux manual help pages, using the UNIX/Linux graphical desktop, and command options. In addition, the student must be able to perform directory and file displaying, creation, deletion, redirection, copying, moving, linking files, wildcards, determining present working directory and changing directory locations. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2432 UNIX/Linux Server (Prerequisite: CIST 2431) This course covers UNIX/Linux operating system administration skills necessary to perform administrative functions. Topics include: installing UNIX/Linux, configuring and building a custom kernel, adding and removing software packages, managing run levels, managing users and groups, implementing security permissions, introduction to shell programming, managing and fixing the file system, managing memory and swap space, managing and scheduling jobs, managing system logs, understanding the boot process, system configuration files, file backup and restore, file compression, fault tolerance, and printing. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) CIST 2433 UNIX/Linux Advanced Server (Prerequisite: CIST 2431) This course covers UNIX/ Linux operating system advanced administration skills necessary to perform advanced administrative functions. Topics include: understanding UNIX/Linux Course Descriptions networking, managing network printing, configuring and troubleshooting TCP/IP on UNIX/Linux, configuring DHCP, DNS, a Web server, an FTP server, an E-mail server, and understanding NIS (yp) and NFS. Also, includes the following: understanding advanced security issues such as firewalls and NAT, using network commands, use of graphical system such as X Windows, sharing files and printers, and advanced shell programming. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) CIST 2434 UNIX/Linux Scripting (Prerequisite: CIST 2431) Course covers UNIX/Linux shell programming techniques necessary for UNIX/Linux System Administrators to understand and create shell script programs in a UNIX/Linux environment. Topics include: shell variables, running shell script program, conditional processing, looping structures, arithmetic operators, logical operators such as AND, OR, and NOT, positional parameters and process variables, redirection, piping and standard error, use of backslash, quotes and back quotes. . Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (Su) CIST 2451 Cisco Network Fundamentals (Prerequisite: CIST 1401) This course provides students with classroom and laboratory experience in current and emerging network technology. Topics include basics of communication, converged networks, OSI and TCP/IP network models, Application layer protocols, services, and applications, Transport layer protocols and services, Network layer addressing and routing concepts, IPv4 and IPv6, calculating IPv4 subnets, Data Link layer and the encapsulation process, Physical layer components and data encoding, Ethernet and network protocol analysis, network cabling, and basic network configuration. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (F) CIST 2452 Cisco Routing Protocols and Concepts (Prerequisite: CIST 2451) The goal is to develop an understanding of how a router learns about remote networks and determines the best path to those networks. Topics include basics of routing, static routing, dynamic routing, distance vector routing, distance vector routing protocols, VLSM and CIDR, routing table in-depth, link state routing, and link state routing protocols. This is a mini semester Term B course. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) CIST 2453 Cisco LAN Switching and Wireless (Prerequisite: CIST 2451) The goal is to develop an understanding of how switches are interconnected and configured to provide network access to LAN users. This course also teaches how to integrate wireless devices into a LAN. Topics include LAN design, basic switch concepts and configuration, VLAN concepts and configuration, VTP concepts and configuration, STP concepts and configuration, Inter-VLAN routing, and basic wireless concepts and configuration. This is a mini semester Term C course. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) CIST 2454 CISCO Accessing the WAN (Prerequisite: CIST 2452, CIST 2453) Provides students with classroom and laboratory experience in current and emerging network technology. Topics include: introduction to WANs, WAN protocols, basic network security and ACLs, remote access, IP addressing services, and network troubleshooting. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (F, Su) CIST 2461 Data Center I (Prerequisite: CIS 1001, Corequisite: CIST 1122) This course provides an overview of data center concepts. Topics include data center functions and terminology, site layout, power distribution, cabling, virtualization, cloud computing security and environmental concepts. Contact hours: Class – 3, Lab – 0. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) CIST 2463 Data Center II (Prerequisite: CIST 2461, Corequisite: CIS 1401) This course provides an indepth overview of data center functions, installation/ removal procedures, preventive maintenance, security and troubleshooting techniques. Contact hours: Class 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) CIST 2471 CCNP ROUTE: Implementing IP Routing (Prerequisite: CIST 2444 or CIST 2454 or Current CCNA certification) Teaches students how to implement, monitor, and maintain routing services in an enterprise network. The course covers how to plan, configure, and verify the implementation of complex enterprise LAN and WAN routing solutions using a range of routing protocols in IPv4/IPv6 environments. The course includes configuration of secure routing solutions. Comprehensive labs emphasize hands-on learning and practice to reinforce configuration skills. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (F) CIST 2472 CCNP SWITCH: Implementing IP Switching (Prerequisite: CIST 2471) Teaches students how to implement, monitor, and maintain switching in converged enterprise campus networks. The course covers how to plan, configure, and verify the implementation of complex enterprise switching solutions. The course also covers the secure integration of VLANs, WLANs, voice and video into campus networks. Comprehensive labs emphasize hands-on learning and practice to reinforce configuration skills. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) CIST 2473 CCNP TSHOOT: Maintaining and Troubleshooting IP Networks (Prerequisite: CIST 2471, CIST 2472) Teaches students how to monitor and maintain complex enterprise routed and switched IP networks. Skills learned include the planning and execution of regular network maintenance as well as support and troubleshooting using technology-based process and best practices based on systematic and industry recognized approaches. Extensive labs emphasize hands-on learning and practice to reinforce troubleshooting techniques. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (Su) CIST 2510 Web Technologies (Prerequisite: CIST 1001, CIST 1510) In Web Technologies, students will investigate one or more software packages that help automate Web content creation. Students will explore and utilize various features of software packages such as CSS, multimedia incorporation, scripting technologies, form creation, search functionality, advanced image techniques and database connectivity. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) CIST 2531 Web Graphics II (Prerequisite: CIST 1530) Students will further explore how to use and industry standard or open source graphics software program to create Web ready images and Web pages. Topics include advanced image correction techniques and adjustments, typography and interpolation as well 309 as conditional scripting statements and arrays. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) CIST 2550 Web Development II (Prerequisite: CIST 1220, CIST 1510, CIST 1520, CIST 2351) Web Development II teaches students how to manipulate data in a database using the Open Database Connectivity (ODBC) model. Students will learn to retrieve, update, and display database information with a web application. Database access may be accomplished using a web programming language (such as PHP, Microsoft VB, Microsoft C#, or Sun Java). Topics include manipulating data in a database, working with a relational database via Open Database Connectivity (ODBC), working with different database systems, developing forms and applications to interact with a database server(s), modifying data in a database, and controls and validation. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) CIST 2601 Implementing Operating Systems Security (Prerequisite: CIST 1601; Corequisite: CIST 2412 or 2432 or 2452) This course will provide knowledge and the practical experience necessary to configure the most common server platforms. Lab exercises will provide students with experience of establishing operating systems security for the network environment. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2602 Network Security (Prerequisite: CIST 1601; Corequisite: CIST 2412 or 2432 or 2452) This course provides knowledge and the practical experience necessary to evaluate, implement and manage secure information transferred over computer networks. Topics include network security, intrusion detection, types of attacks, methods of attacks, security devices, basics of cryptography and organizational security elements. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2611 Implementing Internet/Intranet Firewalls (Prerequisite: CIST 1601; Corequisite: CIST 2412 or 2432 or 2452) Students will learn how to plan, design, install and configure firewalls that will allow key services while maintaining security. This will include protecting the Internal IP services, configuring a firewall for remote access and managing a firewall. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2612 Computer Forensics (Prerequisite: CIST 1122, CIST 1601). This course examines the use of computers in the commission of crimes, collection, analysis and production of digital evidence. Students will use computer resources to explore basic computer forensic investigation techniques. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2613 Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing (Prerequisite: CIST 1601, CIST 2432) This course teaches students the skills needed to obtain entry-level security specialist jobs. It provides a hands-on introduction to ethical hacking, and penetration testing. It is for individuals who want to enhance their information security skill set and help meet the growing demand for security professionals. Topics include network and computer attacks, foot-printing and social engineering, port scanning, enumeration, OS vulnerabilities, hacking web servers, hacking wireless networks, cryptography and network protection systems. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (E) 310 CIST 2740 Introduction to Game Development (Prerequisite: CIST 1001, CIST 1305) Introduction to video games genres, gaming evolution, gaming attributes, market environment, competition analysis, design document development, asset pipeline (development of game components), game mechanics (rules), technology architecture, platforms, story composition, interactive dialogue, statistical game balancing, project planning and prioritization for development schedules, creation of non-electronic rapid prototypes with emphasis on the student’s first exposure to game creation and mechanics. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2741 Advanced Game Development (Prerequisite: CIST 2740) Advanced Game Design incorporates all of the basic game design elements into a continuing production process, taking an idea from inception through completion in a timely and cost effective fashion. Each student will be expected to fulfill the duties of each member of a game design team, learning every aspect of the process in order to be able to substitute wherever and whenever necessary. It is suggested that the quality and completeness of a single, class-wide project have some universal impact on the grades of each student, further enforcing the notion that every team member not only participates in the project, but that the project itself affects in the success of each team member. Lab will use industry tools to rapidly prototype ideas into practical game mechanics and provide the foundation for future game projects. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 3. (E) CIST 2742 Beginning Python Programming (Prerequisite: CIST 1001, CIST 1305) Provides a study of the Python programming language to solve applications. Topics include: basic coding rules, input/ output operations, arithmetic operations, debugging techniques, lists and arrays, sorting, editing input, basic search techniques, game simulations, game design and object-oriented programming (OOP). Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2743 Introduction to Game Physics (Prerequisite: CIST 2740, MATH 1111 or MATH 1101 or MATH 1113) Students will learn how to design, implement, and troubleshoot three-dimensional space in the mathematical sense, interpret and translate real world physics, and calculate the interaction between various objects with each other and their environment. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (E) CIST 2744 Advanced Game Physics (Prerequisite: CIST 2743, CIST 2362) Advanced Game Physics builds on the foundation of Basic Game Physics but brings it into the realm of multiplayer and massive multiplayer games. Calculating and tracking the physics required to host thousands of individual players, their effects on the environment, and the environments effects on them is the primary focus. This course demonstrates application of the theories of game development by taking an idea from the conceptual stage to completion. Lecture and labs allow students creative freedom with their implementations and design. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (E) CIST 2745 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (Prerequisite: CIST 2741) Study in Basic Artificial Intelligence will teach students how to design, create, Course Descriptions arrange, and maintain various models of Artificial Intelligence, from simulated thought and group mentalities to more complicated systems such as weather and broad relationship databases. Students can expect to learn how to develop individual intelligences by outlining their basic design, purpose, and interaction with others through both scripted dialogue and template/variable-based exchanges. Students will focus on high-level game programming concepts. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2746 Advanced Artificial Intelligence for Gaming (Prerequisite: CIST 2745) Students will learn to weave relationship databases into complex tapestries of Artificial Intelligence interaction in hopes of achieving a state at which developer input is almost unnecessary to its perpetuation. Contact hours: Class 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (E) CIST 2921 IT Analysis, Design, and Project Management (Prerequisite: none) IT Analysis, Design, and Project Management will provides a review and application of systems life cycle development methodologies and project management. Topics include: Systems planning, systems analysis, systems design, systems implementation, evaluation, and project management. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2931 Advanced Systems Project (Prerequisite: CIST 2362 and CIST 2372 and CIST 2921) A capstone course providing a realistic business experience for students working in a team to develop a complete systems project in a ten week period. Topics include: Project Management, Systems Design and Development, Software Development Methodologies, User Interface Design, File Maintenance Programming, Program Design, Systems Documentation, User Documentation, Presentation, and Demonstration. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 4. (E) CIST 2950 Web Systems Project (Prerequisite: CIST 1520, CIST 2351; Prerequisite/Corequiste: CIST 2550) A capstone course providing a realistic experience for students working in a team to develop a complete web systems project. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (E) CIST 2991 CIST Internship I (Prerequisite: Program Director approval) Provides the instructor and student an opportunity to develop special learning environments. Instruction is delivered through occupational work experiences, practicums, advanced projects, industry sponsored workshops, seminars, or specialized and/or innovative learning arrangements. Students interested in registering for this class must attend the CIS Internship Orientation and obtain prior approval from their Program Directors. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) CMTT 2010 Residential Estimating Review (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course introduces the complete estimating process from excavation to completed residence. Topics include the sequencing of construction, materials calculation, blueprint interpretation methods of construction, working with subcontractors, and final estimate assembly. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F) CMTT 2020 Construction Drafting I (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course provides instruction in producing residential floor plans and elevations using computer-aided drafting and design software. Topics include system setup and system management, software menus and basic functions, prototype drawings, and two and three dimensional drafting and dimensioning. Contact hours: Class -1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (F) CMTT 2050 Residential Code Review (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course covers building codes as they apply to typical residential applications. Topics include international residential codes, working with building inspectors, permits and inspections, and site visits. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) CMTT 2130 Computerized Construction Scheduling (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course provides instruction in the use of application software for scheduling construction work. The use of contemporary construction scheduling and management software is emphasized. Topics include software overview, scheduling methods and requirements, and computerized scheduling of a simulated construction job. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) CMTT 2170 Construction Contracting (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course provides an in depth study of the contractual relationship between the parties involved in building construction contracting. Topics include bonds, insurance, bidding, awarding, and subcontracting types and conditions. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) COFC 1011 Overview of Building Construction Practices and Materials (Prerequisite: none) This course covers the introduction to a residential construction project from start to finish. Topics include preparing to build, building materials used in residential construction, introduction to cost estimation, tools and equipment, building foundations, wood frame construction, completing the structure, finish carpentry, finishing and fastening tools, general shop tool use, and job site setup. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) COFC 1020 Professional Tool Use and Safety (Prerequisite: none) This course provides a review of general safety rules and practices giving students information about OSHA Standards. This course provides instruction in the proper use of professional tools for the construction trades. Emphasis will be placed on the safe use of each tool discussed. Topics include layout and measuring tools, cutting tools, sawing tools, drilling and boring tools, finishing and fastening tools, general shop tool use, and job site setup. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab -4. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) COFC 1050 Construction Print Reading Fundamentals (Prerequisite: none) This course introduces the reading and interpretation of prints and architectural drawings for all of the construction trades. Topics include types of plans, scales, specifications, conventions, and schedules. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) COMM 1109 Human Communications (Prerequisite: ENGL 1101) Introduction to the fundamental 311 components of the human communication process. The course provides a basic history of the communication discipline from ancient rhetorical roots through modern social sciences. The course emphasizes selected methods and practices in dyadic, small group, and oral presentational settings. Course content also covers communication models, as well as a survey of a variety of human communication modes and methods, including verbal, nonverbal, small group, interpersonal, mass, organizational, public, and intercultural communication. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) COMP 1000 Introduction to Computers (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) Introduces fundamental concepts, terminology, and operations necessary to use a computer. Emphasis is placed on basic functions and familiarity with computer use. Student must use Office 2013 on a Windows Operating System. Topics include an introduction to computer terminology, the Windows environment, Internet and email, word processing software, spreadsheet software, and presentation software. Contact hours: Class – 1, Lab – 4. Credit hours: 3. (E) COSM 1000 Introduction to Cosmetology Theory (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Introduces fundamental both theory and practices of the cosmetology profession. Emphasis will be placed on professional practices and safety. Topics include: state rules, and regulations; state regulatory agency, image; bacteriology; decontamination and infection control, chemistry fundamentals, safety, Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance, and anatomy and physiology. Contact hours: Class - 4, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 4. (F, Sp) COSM 1010 Chemical Texture Services (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Provides instruction in the chemistry and chemical reactions of permanent wave solutions and relaxers, application of permanent waves and relaxers. Precautions and special problems involved in applying permanent waves and relaxers will be emphasized. Topics include: permanent wave techniques, chemical relaxer techniques, chemistry, physical and chemical change, safety procedures, permanent wave and chemical relaxer application procedures, hair analysis, scalp analysis, permanent wave procedures (in an acceptable time frame), relaxer application (in an acceptable time frame), and Hazardous Duty Standards Act Compliance. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab --5. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) COSM 1020 Hair Care and Treatment (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Introduces the theory, procedures and products used in the care and treatment of the scalp and hair, disease and disorders and their treatments and the fundamental theory and skills required to shampoo, condition, and recondition the hair and scalp. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2. (F, Sp) COSM 1030 Haircutting (Prerequisite: COSM 1000, COSM 1010, COSM 1020; Program Admission; Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Introduces the theory and skills necessary to apply haircutting techniques, advanced haircutting 312 techniques, proper safety and decontamination precautions, hair design elements, cutting implements, head, hair and body analysis, and client consultation. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 3. (T) COSM 1040 Styling (Prerequisite: COSM 1000, COSM 1010, COSM 1020; Program Admission; Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Introduces the fundamental theory and skills required to create shapings, pin curls, fingerwaves, roller placement, blow dry styling, thermal curling, thermal pressing, thermal waving, artificial hair and augmentation, and comb-outs. Laboratory training includes styling training on manikin. Topics include: braiding/intertwining hair, styling principles, pin curls, roller placement, fingerwaves, skip waves, ridge curls, blow dry styling, thermal curling, thermal pressing, thermal waving, artificial hair and augmentation, comb-outs, and safety precautions. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 3. (T) COSM 1050 Hair Color (Prerequisite: COSM 1000, COSM 1010, COSM 1020; Program Admission; Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Introduces the theory and application of temporary, semipermanent, demipermanent-deposit only, and permanent hair coloring, hair lightening, and color removal products and application. Topics include: principles of color theory, hair structure, color, tone, classifications of color, hair lightening, color removal, application procedures, safety precautions, client consultation, product knowledge, haircolor challenges, corrective solutions, and special effects. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 3. (T) COSM 1060 Fundamentals of Skin Care (Prerequisite/Corequisite: COSM 1030, COSM 1040, COSM 1050; Program Admission; Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) This course provides a comprehensive study in care of the skin for theory and practical application. Emphasis will be placed on client consultation, safety precautions, skin conditions, product knowledge, basic facials, facial massage, corrective facial treatments, hair removal, and make-up application. Other topics in this course include advanced skin treatments in electrotherapy, light therapy, galvanic current, high frequency, and microdermabrasion. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 3. (T) COSM 1070 Nail Care and Advanced Techniques (Prerequisite/Corequisite: COSM 1030, COSM 1040, COSM 1050, COSM 1060; Program Admission; Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Provides training in manicuring, pedicuring and advanced nail techniques. Topics include: implements, products and supplies, hand and foot anatomy and Physiology, diseases and disorders, manicure techniques, pedicure techniques, nail product chemistry, safety precautions and practices, and advanced nail techniques (wraps/ tips/acrylics). Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab -6. Credit hours: 3. (T) COSM 1080 Cosmetology Practicum I (Prerequisite: COSM 1000, COSM 1010, COSM 1020, COSM 1030, COSM 1040; Corequisite: COSM 1050, COSM 1060, COSM 1070, COSM 1120) Provides laboratory experiences necessary for the development of skill levels required to be a competent cosmetologist. The allocation of time to the various phases of Course Descriptions cosmetology is required by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology. This course includes a portion of the required hours for licensure. Topics include: permanent waving and relaxers; various hair color techniques, foiling and lightening; skin, scalp, and hair treatments; haircutting; styling; manicure/pedicure/advanced nail techniques; dispensary; reception; safety precautions/ decontamination; and Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 4. (T) COSM 1090 Cosmetology Practicum II (Prerequisite: COSM 1000, COSM 1010, COSM 1020, COSM 1030, COSM 1040, COSM 1050,) Provides laboratory experiences necessary for the development of skill levels required to be a competent cosmetologist. The allocation of time to the various phases of cosmetology is prescribed by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology. This course includes a portion of the hours required for licensure. Topics include: permanent waving and relaxers; hair color, foiling, lightening, skin, scalp, and hair treatments; haircutting; clipper design, precision cutting, styling; dispensary; manicure/ pedicure/advanced nail techniques; reception; safety precautions/decontamination; Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance; product knowledge, customer service skills, client retention, State Board Rules and Regulations guidelines, and State Board foundation prep. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 4. (T) COSM 1100 Cosmetology Practicum III (Prerequisite: COSM 1000, COSM 1010, COSM 1020, COSM 1030, COSM 1040, COSM 1050). Provides experience necessary for professional development and completion of requirements for state licensure. Emphasis will be placed on the display of professional conduct and positive attitudes. The appropriate number of applications for completion of state board service credit requirements for this course may be met in a laboratory setting. Topics include: texture services; permanent waving and relaxers; haircolor and lightening; skin, scalp, and hair treatment; haircutting; styling; dispensary; manicure/pedicure/advanced nail techniques; reception; safety precautions/ decontamination; and Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 4. (T) COSM 1110 Cosmetology Practicum IV (Prerequisite: COSM 1000, COSM 1010, COSM 1020, COSM 1030, COSM 1040, COSM 1050). Provides experience necessary for professional development and completion of requirements for state licensure. Emphasis will be placed on the display of professional conduct and positive attitudes. The requirements for this course may be met in a laboratory setting. Topics include: permanent waving and relaxers; hair color and bleaching; skin, scalp, and hair treatments; haircutting; dispensary; styling; manicure/pedicure/advanced nail techniques; reception; safety precautions/ decontamination; Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance; and state licensure preparation. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 4. (T) COSM 1120 Salon Management (Prerequisite: COSM 1000) Emphasizes the steps involved in opening and operating a privately owned salon. Topics include: law requirements regarding employment, tax payer education / federal and state responsibilities, law requirements for owning and operating a salon business, business management practices, and public relations and career development. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) CRJU 1010 Introduction to Criminal Justice (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) Introduces the development and organization of the criminal justice system in the United States. Topics include: the American criminal justice system; constitutional limitations; organization of enforcement, adjudication, and corrections; and career opportunities and requirements. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) CRJU 1021 Private Security (Prerequisite: Program Admission, Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) Provides an orientation to the development, philosophy, responsibility, and function of the private security industry. A historical and philosophical perspective of private security will help students better understand the present stage of private security, its principles, its legal authority and its effect on society in general. Topics include: private security: an overview; basic security goals and responsibilities; when prevention fails; and security systems at work: putting it all together. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) CRJU 1030 Corrections (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) Provides an analysis of all phases of the American correctional system and practices, including its history, procedures, and objectives. Topics include: history and evolution of correctional facilities; legal and administrative problems; institutional facilities and procedures; probation, parole, and prerelease programs; alternative sentencing; rehabilitation; community involvement; and staffing. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) CRJU 1040 Principles of Law Enforcement (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) This course examines the principles of the organization, administration, and duties of federal, state and local law enforcement agencies. Topics include: history and philosophy of law enforcement, evaluation of administrative practices, problems in American law enforcement agencies, emerging concepts, professionalism, and community crime prevention programs. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) CRJU 1043 Probation and Parole (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) This course will cover the history of both juvenile and adult probation as well as the history of parole. The probation and parole systems will be covered generally with a special emphasis on the Georgia systems and related laws. Topics include: history and philosophy of probation and parole; function of the probation and parole systems; Georgia law related to probation and parole; characteristics and roles of probation and parole officers; and special issues and programs of probation and parole. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) CRJU 1050 Police Patrol Operations (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) This course presents the knowledge and skills associated 313 with police patrol operations. Emphasis is placed on patrol techniques, crimes in progress, crisis intervention, domestic disputes, Georgia Crime Information Center procedures, electronics communications and police reports. Topics include: foundations, policing skills and communication skills. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) CRJU 1052 Criminal Justice Administration (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) This course explores the managerial aspects of effective and efficient criminal justice administration. Emphasis is directed towards increasing organizational skills and overcoming interdepartmental and interagency non-communication. Topics include: environmental management, human resources, and organizational concerns. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) CRJU 1054 Police Officer Survival (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) This course examines the critical issues involved in the survival of a police officer in all aspects including their physical, mental, and psychological wellbeing. Emphasis is placed on personal protection skills, defensive tactics, handcuffing techniques, patrol tactics, vehicle stops, building searches and use of force. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (T) CRJU 1056 Police Traffic Control and Investigation (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) This course examines enforcement of traffic laws and procedures for traffic accident investigation. Emphasis is placed on Georgia traffic laws, traffic law enforcement, recognition of impaired driving, and traffic accident investigation. Topics include: regulations, impaired driving, and traffic accident investigation. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (T) CRJU 1062 Methods of Criminal Investigation (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) This course presents the fundamentals of criminal investigation. The duties and responsibilities of the investigator both in field and in the courtroom are highlighted. Emphasis is placed on techniques commonly utilized by investigative personnel as well as the procedures used for investigating various crimes. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) CRJU 1063 Crime Scene Processing (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) This course presents students with practical exercises dealing with investigating crime scenes and gathering various forms of physical evidence. Emphasis is placed on crime scene assessment, search, fingerprinting, and evidence collection. Topics include: crime scene management, evidence characteristics, identification, documentation and collection as well as techniques for developing and lifting latent fingerprints. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (T) CRJU 1065 Community-Oriented Policing (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) Presents the fundamentals for the community-oriented policing philosophy, including the comparison of traditional and community policing philosophies; law enforcement and community relationships; importance of political and public support and involvement; attitudinal changes involving the roles of police management, supervisors and line 314 personnel; creation of partnerships with community organizations, businesses, private security, other governmental agencies, and special interest groups; and police problem-solving methodologies. Topics include: foundations of community-oriented policing, partnerships and problem-solving in communityoriented policing, and community-oriented policing projects and programs. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab0. Credit hours: 3. (T) CRJU 1068 Criminal Law for Criminal Justice (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading; Prerequisite/Corequisite: CRJU 1010) This course introduces criminal law in the United States, but emphasizes the current specific status of Georgia criminal law. The course will focus on the most current statutory contents of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (O.C.G.A.) with primary emphasis on the criminal and traffic codes. Topics include: historic development of criminal law in the United States; statutory law, Georgia Code (O.C.G.A.) Title 16 Crimes and Offenses; statutory law, Georgia Code (O.C.G.A.) Title 40 - Motor Vehicle and Traffic Offenses; and Supreme Court rulings that apply to criminal law. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) CRJU 1072 Introduction to Forensic Science (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) The origin, history and role of forensic science in the investigative process. Philosophical, rational and practical framework that supports a case investigation will be outlined. The unifying principles of forensic science, the rooting of forensic science in the pure sciences, and the unique ways in which a forensic scientist must think will also be discussed. The special areas of forensic science will be explored. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) CRJU 1074 Applications in Introductory Forensics (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) This course complements CRJU 1072: Introduction to Forensics, focusing particularly on the practical application of forensic science in law enforcement including the following: crime scene investigation; interview and interrogation techniques; as well as case preparation and courtroom testimony. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (T) CRJU 1075 Report Writing (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) Explains and demonstrates the effectiveness of the entire criminal investigation process by the quality of notes reports, and accurate documentation. An examination of what goes into the preparation, content, elements, mechanics, and format of documenting the criminal investigation process. Topics include: Field notes, initial information, observations, evidence, victims, witnesses, property, neighborhood canvass, crime scene, laboratory analysis and results, investigative follow-up, suspect statements, and the characteristics essential to quality report writing. Contact hours: Class3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) CRJU 1400 Ethics and Cultural Perspectives for Criminal Justice (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) This course provides an exploration ethics and cultural perspectives in criminal justice. In presenting ethics, both the individual perspective and the organizational standpoint will be Course Descriptions examined. Four areas of ethical decision making opportunities are studied including: law enforcement ethics; correctional ethics; legal profession ethics; and policymaking ethics. The presentation of cultural perspectives is designed to aid law enforcement officers to better understand and communicate with members of other cultures with whom they come in contact in the line of duty. Topics include: defining and applying terms related to intercultural attitudes, roleplay activities related to intercultural understanding, developing interpersonal/ intercultural communication competence, and development of personal intercultural growth plan. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) CRJU 2020 Constitutional Law for Criminal Justice (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading; Prerequisite/Corequisite: CRJU 1010) This course emphasizes those provisions of the Bill of Rights which pertain to criminal justice. Topics include: characteristics and powers of the three branches of government; principles governing the operation of the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights and the Fourteenth Amendment. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) CRJU 2050 Criminal Procedure (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading; Prerequisite/Corequisite: CRJU 1010) Introduces the procedural law of the criminal justice system which governs the series of proceedings through which government enforces substantive criminal law. The course offers an emphasis on the laws of arrest and search and seizure; the rules of evidence, right to counsel, and the rights and duties of both citizens and officers. The course covers in depth appropriate Case Law and court rulings that dictate criminal procedure on the State and Federal Level. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) CRJU 2060 Criminology (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading; CRJU 1010) Introduces the nature, extent, and factors related to criminal behavior, and the etiology of criminal offenses and offenders. Topics include: sociological, psychological, and biological causes of crime; effectiveness of theories in explaining crime; theory integration; and application of theory to selected issues. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) CRJU 2070 Juvenile Justice (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: CRJU 1010) Analyzes the nature, extent, and causes of juvenile delinquency, and examines processes in the field of juvenile justice. Topics include: survey of juvenile law, comparative analysis of adult and juvenile justice systems, and prevention and treatment of juvenile delinquency. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) CRJU 2090 Criminal Justice Practicum (Prerequisite: Program Admission, Diploma level proficiency in English and reading, Program Director approval) Provides experiences necessary for further professional development and exposure to related agencies in the criminal justice field. The student will pursue a professional research project supervised by the instructor. Topics include: criminal justice theory applications. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3. (E) CRJU 2100 Criminal Justice Externship (Prerequisite: Program Admission, Diploma level proficiency in English and reading, Program Director approval) Provides experiences necessary for further professional development and exposure to related agencies in the criminal justice field. The student will pursue an externship in a related agency supervised by the instructor. Topics include: criminal justice theory applications. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3. (E) CRJU 2110 Homeland Security (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) The course provides an introduction to the principles of homeland security, roles and responsibilities of constituencies and implications for criminal justice fields. Topics include: intelligence and warning, border and transportation security, domestic counterterrorism, protecting critical infrastructure, defending against catastrophic threats, and emergency preparedness and response. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) CRJU 2150 Cybercrime Investigations (Prerequisite: CRJU 1010, CRJU 2050) This course is designed to address the fundamental principles of different types of cybercrime investigations, and the specific procedures used to investigate them. Emphasis is placed on the investigation of specific offenses, the identification of sources of information, and the procedures used to properly collect and store digital evidence. The course is designed to develop a working knowledge of the investigative steps to be followed in a cybercrime investigation, beginning with initial crime scene security and concluding with proper testimony and presentation of evidence in court. This course includes study designed to reinforce important investigative and forensic evidence collection skills. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) CRJU 2201 Criminal Courts (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) This course examines the historical context on the development, functions, and controversies in the courts system. Topics include: introduction to the courts; participants of a trial; courtroom processes; and the post-conviction process. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) CRJU 2510 Introduction to Firearms Training (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Diploma level proficiency in English and Reading) This course provides the student with an understanding of terminology, legal requirements, liability, safety considerations, tactics, procedures, firearms nomenclature, fundamentals of marksmanship, fundamental simulation in the use of deadly force and the opportunity to demonstrate proficiency in marksmanship. This course is not intended to replace firearms training required in a GA POST certified academy, nor is it a substitution for the required firearms training conducted in GA POST certified academies. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (T) CUUL 1000 Fundamentals of Culinary Arts (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission, Prerequisite/ Corequisite: If diploma MATH 1012 or degree-level math) Provides an overview of the professionalism in culinary arts, culinary career opportunities, Chef history, pride, and espirit d corp. Introduces principles and practices necessary to food, supply, and equipment 315 selection, procurement, receiving, storage, and distribution. Topics include: cuisine, food service organizations, career opportunities, food service styles, basic culinary management techniques, professionalism, culinary work ethics, quality factors, food tests, pricing procedures, cost determination and control, selection, procurement, receiving, storage, and distribution. Laboratory demonstration and student experimentation parallel class work. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 4. (F, Sp) CUUL 1110 Culinary Safety and Sanitation (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Emphasizes fundamental kitchen and dining room safety, sanitation, maintenance, and operation procedures. Topics include: cleaning standards, O.S.H.A. M.S.D.S. guidelines, sanitary procedures following SERVSAFE guidelines, HACCAP, safety practices, basic kitchen first aid, operation of equipment, cleaning and maintenance of equipment, dishwashing, and pot and pan cleaning. Laboratory practice parallels class work. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 2. (F, Sp) CUUL 1120 Principles of Cooking (Prerequisite/ Corequisite: CUUL 1110) This course introduces fundamental food preparation terms, concepts, and methods. Course content reflects American Culinary Federation Educational Institute apprenticeship training objectives. Topics include: weights and measures, conversions, basic cooking principles, methods of food preparation, recipe utilization, and nutrition. Laboratory demonstrations and student experimentation parallel class work. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 10. Credit hours: 6. (F, Sp) CUUL 1129 Fundamentals of Restaurant Operations (Prerequisite: CUUL 1120) Introduces the fundamentals of dining and beverage service and experience in preparation of a wide variety of quantity foods. Course content reflect American Culinary Federation Education Institute apprenticeship training objectives. Topics include: dining service/guest service, dining service positions and functions, international dining services, restaurant business laws, preparation and setup, table side service, and beverage service and setup, kitchen operational procedures, equipment use, banquet planning, recipe conversion, food decorating, safety and sanitation, and production of quantity food. Laboratory practice parallels class work. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 4. (F, Sp) CUUL 1220 Baking Principles (Prerequisite: CUUL 1120, CUUL 1110) Baking Principles presents the fundamental terms, concepts, and methods involved in preparation of yeast and quick breads and baked products. Emphasis is placed on conformance of sanitation and hygienic work habits with health laws. Course content reflects American Culinary Federation Educational Institute cook and pastry apprenticeship training objectives, along with Retail Bakery Association training program. Topics include: baking principles; Science and use of baking ingredients for breads, desserts, cakes, pastries; weights, measures, and conversions; preparation of baked goods, baking sanitation and hygiene, baking supplies and equipment. Laboratory demonstrations and student experimentation parallel class work. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 7. Credit hours: 5. (F, Sp) 316 CUUL 1320 Garde Manger (Prerequisites: CUUL 1120, CUUL 1110) Introduces basic pantry manger principles, utilization, preparation, and integration into other kitchen operations. Course content reflects American Culinary Federation Educational Institute apprenticeship pantry, garnishing, and presentation training objectives. Topics include: pantry functions; garnishes, carving, and decorating; buffet presentation; cold preparations; hot/cold sandwiches; salads, dressings and relishes; breakfast preparation; hot/cold hors d’oeuvres; chaudfroids, gelees, and molds; and pats and terrines. Laboratory practice parallels class work. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab -- 8. Credit hours: (F, Sp) CUUL 1370 Culinary Nutrition and Menu Development (Prerequisites: CUUL 1120) This course emphasizes menu planning for all types of facilities, services, and special diets. Topics include: menu selection, menu development and pricing, nutrition, special diets, cooking nutritional foods, and organics. Laboratory demonstrations and student management and supervision parallel class work. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 3. (T) CUUL 2130 Culinary Practicum and Leadership (Prerequisites: CUUL 1220 & CUUL 1320) This course familiarizes the student with the principles and methods of sound leadership and decision making in the hospitality industry and provides the student with the opportunity to gain management/supervision experience in an actual j ob setting. Students will be placed in an appropriate restaurant, catering, or other food service business for four days per week throughout the quarter. On-the-job training topics include: restaurant management/on-off premise catering/food service business, supervisory training, and management training, on-off premise catering, hotel kitchen organization, kitchen management, restaurant kitchen systems, institutional food systems, kitchen departmental responsibilities, and kitchen productivity. Topics include: basic leadership principles and how to use them to solicit cooperation, use of leadership to develop the best possible seniorsubordinate relationships, the various decision making processes, the ability to make sound and timely decisions, leadership within the framework of the major functions of management, and delegation of authority and responsibility in the hospitality industry. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 15. Credit hours: 6. (F, Sp) CUUL 2160 Contemporary Cuisine (Prerequisites: CUUL 1220, CUUL 1320) This course emphasizes all modern cuisine and introduces management concepts necessary to the functioning of a commercial kitchen. Topics include: international cuisine, cuisine trends, kitchen organization, kitchen management, kitchen supervision, competition entry, nutrition, menu selection, layout and design, and on/off premise catering. Laboratory demonstration and student experimentation parallel class work. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 8. Credit hours: 4. (F, Sp) CUUL 2190 Principles of Culinary Leadership (Prerequisites: Provisional Admission) Familiarizes the student with principles, skills, methods, and behaviors necessary for sound leadership of people in their job responsibilities. Emphasis will be placed on real-life concepts, personal skill development, applied knowledge, and managing human resources. Course Course Descriptions content is intended to help leaders, managers, and supervisors deal with a dramatically changing workplace that is affected by technology changes, a more competitive and global market place, corporate restructuring, and the changing nature of work and the workforce. Topics include: Leadership Principles, Leadership Relative to the Function of Management; Decision Making Process; Building and Effect Organizational Culture; Human Resource Management; and Delegating Management, Organization, and Control. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) CUUL 2250 Advanced Baking Principles (Prerequisites: Provisional Admission; CUUL 1220) Provides in-depth experience in preparing many types of baked goods found in restaurants, country clubs, and hotels. Course content reflects American Culinary Federation and Retail Bakery Association training objectives and provides background for those aspiring to become Executive Pastry Chefs, Working Pastry Chefs and Bakers. Topics include: Artisan Breads, Tarts, Tortes, Pastry Dough, Puff Pastry, Icing (buttercreams and meringues), Filling (sauces and coulis), Sugar, Chocolates, and Confections. Laboratory practice parallels class work. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 10. Credit hours: 6. (T) DENA 1030 Preventive Dentistry (Prerequisite/ Corequisite: DENA 1080, DENA 1340) Introduce students to the area of preventive and public health dentistry. Topics include: etiology of dental disease; patient education techniques; plaque control techniques; types and use of fluoride; diet analysis for caries control; and dietary considerations for the dental patient. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2. (F) DENA 1050 Microbiology and Infection Control (Prerequisites: Program Admission) Introduces fundamental microbiology and infection control techniques. Topics include: classification, structure, and behavior of pathogenic microbes; mode of disease transmission; body’s defense and immunity; infectious diseases; and infection control procedures in accordance with CDC recommendations and OSHA guidelines. Contact hours: Class – 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (Su) DENA 1070 Oral Pathology and Therapeutics (Prerequisite: ALHS 1011; Prerequisite/Corequisite: DENA 1080) Focuses on the diseases affecting the oral cavity and pharmacology as it relates to dentistry. Topics include: identification and disease process; signs/symptoms of oral diseases and systemic diseases with oral manifestations; developmental abnormalities of oral tissues; basic principle of pharmacology; drugs Class -5, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 5. (Su) DENA 1090 Dental Assisting National Board Examination Preparation (Prerequisite: Program Director Approval) Reviews information concerning all didactic areas tested by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB). Topics include: collecting and recording clinical data; dental radiography; chairside dental procedures; prevention of disease transmission; patient education and oral health management; office management procedures; and test taking skills. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 1. (Sp) DENA 1340 Dental Assisting I: General Chairside (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: DENA 1050; DENA 1080) Introduces student to ethics and jurisprudence for the dental assistant and to chairside assisting with diagnostic and operative procedures. Topics include: ethics and jurisprudence in the dental office; four-handed dentistry techniques; clinical data collection techniques; introduction to operative dentistry; and dental material basics. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 6. (F) DENA 1350 Dental Assisting II: Dental Specialties and EFDA Skills (Prerequisite: DENA 1340) Focuses on chairside assisting with dental specialty procedures. Topics include: prosthodontic procedures (fixed and removable); orthodontics; pediatric dentistry; periodontic procedures; oral and maxillofacial surgery procedures; endodontics procedures; management of dental office emergencies; medically compromised patients and expanded functions approved by law for performance by dental assistants in the state of Georgia. Student will pass a comprehensive examination and successfully perform all required clinical skills to receive EFDA certification. Contact hours: Class - 4, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 7. (Sp) DENA 1390 Dental Radiology (Prerequisites: DENA 1080) After completion of the course the student will be able to provide radiation safety for patient and self, expose x-rays, process x-rays, and prepare dental images for the dental office. Topics include: fundamentals of radiology and radiation safety; radiographic anatomy and interpretation; intraoral and extraoral radiographic techniques; and quality assurance techniques. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab 2. Credit hours: 4. (F) prescribed by the dental profession; drugs that may contraindicate treatment; and applied pharmacology regulations, dosage, and applications. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (F) DENA 1400 Dental Practice Management (Prerequisite: DENA 1340) Emphasizes procedures for office management in dental practices. Topics include: oral and written communication; records management; appointment control; dental insurance form preparation; accounting procedures; supply and inventory control; employability skills and basic computer skills. A computer lab provides basic skills in computer use and utilization of these skills to perform office procedures on a microcomputer. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2. (Sp) DENA 1080 Dental Anatomy (Prerequisite: Program Admission) Focuses on normal head and neck anatomy and the development and functions of oral anatomy. Topics include: dental anatomy; oral histology; oral embryology; osteology of the skull; muscles of mastication and facial expression; temporomandibular joint; blood lymphatic nerve supply of the head; and salivary glands and related structures. Contact hours: DENA 1460 Dental Practicum I (Prerequisite/ Corequisite: DENA 1050, DENA 1340, DENA 1390) Practicum focuses on infection control in the dental office and assisting with diagnostic and simple operative procedures. Topics include: infection control procedures, clinical diagnostic procedures and general dentistry procedures. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab – 3. Credit hours: 1. (F) 317 DENA 1470 Dental Practicum II (Prerequisite/ Corequisite: DENA 1460) Practicum focuses on advanced general dentistry procedures and chairside in dental specialties with special emphasis on nonsurgical specialties. Topics include: advanced general dentistry and specialties. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 1. (Sp) DENA 1480 Dental Practicum III (Prerequisite/ Corequisite: DENA 1460; DENA 1470) Practicum continues to focus on assisting chairside with advanced general dentistry procedures with emphasis on dental office management, preventive dentistry, and expanded functions. Topics include: advanced general dentistry procedures; preventive dentistry; dental office management; expanded functions; chairside in specialties; and management of dental office emergencies. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 15. Credit hours: 5. (Sp) DFTG 1101 CAD Fundamentals (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Diploma level proficiency English, reading and Math) Establishes safety practices as they relate to a drafting environment. Introduces basic CAD functions while presenting essential principles and practices for line relationships, scale, and geometric construction. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (F) DFTG 1103 Multiview/Basic Dimensioning (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: DFTG 1101) Technical Drawing I provides multiview and pictorial sketching, orthographic drawing and fundamental dimensioning methods necessary to develop 2D and 3D views that completely describe machine parts for manufacture using intermediate CAD software techniques. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (F) DFTG 1105 3D Mechanical Modeling (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Prerequisite/Corequisite: DFTG 1101; DFTG 1103) In the 3D Mechanical Modeling course, the student becomes acquainted with concepts of the software related to Parametric modeling for mechanical drafting. The student will develop the skills necessary to create 3D models and presentation/ working drawings. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (F) DFTG 1107 Advanced Dimensioning/Sectional Views (Prerequisite: Program Admission; DFTG 1103, Corequisite: DFTG 1105 or DFTG 1127) Advanced Dimensioning/Sectional Views continues dimensioning skill development and introduces tools for precision measurement and sectional views. Contact hours: Class – 2, Lab – 4. Credit hours: 4. (F) DFTG 1109 Auxiliary Views/Surface Development (Prerequisite: Program Admission; DFTG 1105) Introduces techniques necessary for auxiliary view drawings, surface development, and developing sheet metal parts. Topics include: primary auxiliary views, secondary auxiliary views, surface development, and developing sheet metal parts. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (F) DFTG 1111 Fasteners (Prerequisite: Program Admission; DFTG 1105) This course covers the basics of identifying fastening techniques, interpreting technical data, and create working drawings. Topics include utilization of technical data, identifying thread 318 types, graphic representation of threaded fasteners, utilization of other fastening techniques, welding symbol identification, and welding symbol usage in working drawings. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (F) DFTG 1113 Assembly Drawings (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Corequisite: DFTG 1111 and MATH 1013 or MATH 1111) Technical Drawing V provides knowledge and skills necessary to create working drawings for the manufacture of machine parts. Topics include: detail drawings, orthographic assembly drawings, pictorial assembly drawings, and utilization of technical reference source. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (F) DFTG 1125 Architectural Fundamentals (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math; Corequisite: DFTG 1103) Introduces architectural fundamental principles and practices associated with architectural styles and drawing. Fundamentals residential and commercial practices will be covered. Topics include: specifications and materials; architectural styles, construction drawing practices and procedures, dimensioning and scales. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (F) DFTG 1127 Architectural 3D Modeling (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Prerequisite/Corequisite: DFTG 1103) In the Architectural 3D Modeling course, the student becomes acquainted with concepts of the software related to Parametric modeling for Architectural drafting. The student will develop the skills necessary to create 3D models and presentation/ constructions drawings. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab 4. Credit hours: 4. (F) DFTG 1129 Residential Drawing I (Prerequisite: Program Admission; DFTG 1127; Corequisite: DFTG 1125) Introduces the essential skills necessary for assessing the expected materials, labor requirements and costs for given structures or products also students will be introduce to architectural drawing skills necessary to produce a basic set of construction drawings given floor plan information. Topics include: material take-offs; footing and foundation; floor plans; exterior elevations; site plans; and construction drawing techniques/practices. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (F) DFTG 1131 Residential Drawing II (Prerequisite: Program Admission; DFTG 1129; Corequisite: DFTG1127, MATH 1013 or MATH 1111) Continues indepth architectural drawing practice and develops architectural design skills. Plans are designed to meet applicable codes. Topics include: material take- offs; footing and foundation; floor plans; exterior elevations; site plans; and construction drawing techniques/ practices. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (F) DFTG 1133 Commercial Drawing I (Prerequisite: Program Admission, DFTG 1125; Corequisite: DFTG 1127, DFTG 1131, MATH 1013 or MATH 1111) Introduces commercial drawing skills necessary to produce construction drawings given floor plan information. Topics include: structural steel detailing, reflected ceiling plans, rebar detailing, and commercial construction drawings. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab 4. Credit hours: 4. (F) Course Descriptions DFTG 2010 Engineering Graphics (Prerequisite: Program Admission) Covers the basics of computer terminology, input and output devices, file formatting, file management, for CAD software. Introduces students to the fundamentals of geometric construction, scale reading line relationship and basic history of the drafting concepts. Student will also be introduced to basic and intermediate CAD commands and procedures, and drafting concepts and principals. Contact hours: Class – 2, Lab - 4 Credit hours: 4. (Sp) DFTG 2020 Visualization and Graphics (Prerequisite: Program Admission; DFTG 1105 & 1127) This course is an introduction to engineering graphics and component visualization. Sketching, line drawing, computer assisted drafting solid modeling including parametric modeling are practiced. Development of working drawings and requirements for drawing in a manufacturing and rapid pro-type environment are emphasized. Contact hours: Class – 1, Lab – 6. Credit hours: 3. (F) DFTG 2030 Advanced 3D Modeling Architectural (Prerequisite/Corequisite: Program Admission; DFTG 1127) In this course students become acquainted with concepts of the software related to Presentations for Architectural Renderings and Architectural Animations. Students will demonstrate skills in texture applications, camera angles for presentations, lighting and shadow techniques for architectural renderings, and animation techniques for architectural presentations. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab – 6. Credit hours: 4. (F) DFTG 2040 Advanced 3D Modeling Mechanical (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Corequisite: DFTG 1105) In this course the student becomes acquainted with concepts of the software related to Sheet Metal modeling for mechanical drafting, multi-body parts assemblies, and basic animation techniques for mechanical assembly presentations. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab – 6. Credit hours: 4. (F) DFTG 2110 Print Reading I (Prerequisite: Program Admission) Introduces the fundamental principles and practices associated with interpreting technical drawings. Topics include: interpretation of blueprints and sketching. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab – 2. Credit hours: 2. (F) DFTG 2120 Print Reading for Architecture (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course emphasizes skills in reading, producing and interpreting construction drawings. Topics include reading and measuring plans, identifying and understanding lines, symbols, dimensions, materials, schedules, and specifications. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (F) DFTG 2300 Drafting Technology Practicum/ Internship 3 (Prerequisite: DFTG 1105 or DFTG 1127; Program Admission) Provides an approved industrylike setting where the student develops and sharpens skills. Emphasis is placed on production standards achievement and quality control. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3. (F) DFTG 2400 Drafting Technology Practicum/ Internship 4 (Prerequisite: DFTG 1105 or DFTG 1127) Provides an approved industry-like setting where the student develops and sharpens skills. Emphasis is placed on production standards achievement and quality control. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 12. Credit hours: 4. (F) DFTG 2500 Drafting Technology Exit Review (Prerequisite: DFTG 1105 or DFTG 1127) Emphasis is placed on students’ production of portfolio-quality pieces. Focuses on the preparation for entry into the job market. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3. (F) DFTG 2600 Drafting Technology Practicum/ Internship 6 (Prerequisite: DFTG 1105 or DFTG 1127) Provides an approved industry-like setting where the student develops and sharpens skills. Emphasis is placed on production standards achievement and quality control. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 18. Credit hours: 6. (F) DIET 1000 Introduction to Diesel Technology, Tools and Safety (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course introduces basic knowledge and skills the student must have to succeed in the Diesel Equipment Technology field. Topics include an overview of diesel powered vehicles, diesel technology safety skills, basic tools and equipment, reference materials, measuring instruments, shop operation, mechanical fasteners, welding safety, and basic welding skills. Classroom and lab experiences on safety, precision measuring, and basic shop practices are highly emphasized. Contact hours: Class – 1.37, Lab – 3.93. Credit hours: 3. (F) DIET 1010 Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems (Prerequisite/Corequisite: DIET 1000) This course introduces students to electrical and electronic systems used on medium/heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment. Topics include: general electrical system diagnosis, battery diagnosis and repair, starting system diagnosis and repair, charging system diagnosis and repair, lighting system diagnosis and repair, gauges and warning devices, and an introduction and familiarization with electrical and electronic systems. Contact hours: Class – 2.44, Lab – 11.56. Credit hours: 7. (F) DIET 1030 Diesel Engines (Prerequisite/Corequisite: DIET 1010) This course introduces diesel engines used in medium/heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment. Topics include: general engine diagnosis, cylinder head and valve train, engine block, engine lubrication system, hydraulic pumps, engine cooling, air induction, exhaust, fuel supply systems, electronic fuel management, and engine brakes. Using and interpreting test and measuring equipment is highly emphasized. Contact hours: Class – 2.59, Lab – 11.3. Credit hours: 7. (F) DIET 1050 Diesel Equipment Technology Internship (Prerequisite/Corequisite: DIET 1000, DIET 1010, DIET 1030) This internship provides the student work experience in the occupational environment. Topics include: application of prerequisite knowledge and skills, problem solving, adaptability to job setting equipment and technology, and development of productivity and quality job performance through practice. The student’s internship experience may be implemented through the use of written individualized training plans, written performance evaluations, and required integrative experiences at the internship site. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab – 12. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) DIET 2001 Heavy Equipment Hydraulics (Prerequisite: DIET 1000) This course introduces the student to basic hydraulic fundamentals, components, 319 system servicing, symbols and schematics. The student will learn component operation and service techniques for maintaining a hydraulic system. The student will also learn to identify the ISO symbols used on hydraulic schematics and to trace the hydraulic schematics. Topics include: general system operation; basic hydraulic principles; hydraulic system components; hydraulic control valves; load sensing pressure control systems; pilot operated hydraulic system operation; and hydraulic actuators. Contact hours: Class – 2.21, Lab – 8.99. Credit hours: 6. (T) DIET 2002 DPG-Basic Power Generation Fundamentals (Prerequisite: DIET 1000, DIET 1010) This course introduces AC voltage concepts, AC synchronous generator components, operation, and application as related to the electrical power generating industry. Topics include: AC fundamentals; magnetism, inductance, and capacitance; basic transformers; AC generator types; AC test equipment; synchronous generator components; generator sizing, construction and connection; stator types and arrangements; rotor types and arrangements; and excitation fundamentals. Contact hours: Class – 2.20, Lab – 10. Credit hours: 6. (Sp) DIET 2011 Off Road Drivelines (Prerequisite: DIET 1000, DIET 1010) This course introduces power trains used on heavy equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, wheel loaders, back-hoe loaders and skidders. Classroom and lab instruction on components and systems with use and interpreting testing and diagnosing equipment are highly emphasized. Topics include: power train theory and principles, clutches, manual transmissions, drive shafts, differentials, final drives, special drives, final drive failure analysis, torque converters, hydraulically shifted transmissions, electronic transmissions, hydrostatic transmissions, and transmission failure analysis. Contact hours: Class - 2.76, Lab – 8.13. Credit hours: 6. (Sp) DIET 2012 DPG-Diesel Power Generation Controls, Switching and Auxiliary Systems (Prerequisite: DIET 1010; Corequisite: DIET 2002) This course introduces control systems and protection devices utilized for electrical power generators. Topics include: controller system fundamentals, engine protective controls, generator protective controls, and the engine governor. Component systems required to maintain generator system integrity and reliability are also introduced. These include: the battery charger, engine jacket water heater, gaseous fuel, diesel, ventilation, air induction, exhaust, and remote annunciation systems. Classroom instruction and lab demonstrations are highly emphasized. Contact hours: Class – 2.20, Lab – 10.03. Credit hours: 6. (T) DIST 1001 Directed Independent Study (Prerequisite: Program Director Approval) This course allows students to complete program projects or engage in other student led lab practice required to complete course competencies in their selected program of study. Contact hours: Class – 0, Lab – 3. Credit hours: 1. DIST 1002 Directed Independent Study (Prerequisite: Program Director Approval) This course allows students to complete program projects or engage in other student led lab practice required to complete course competencies in their selected program of 320 study. Contact hours: Class – 0, Lab – 6. Credit hours: 2. DIST 1003 Directed Independent Study (Prerequisite: Program Director Approval) This course allows students to complete program projects or engage in other student led lab practice required to complete course competencies in their selected program of study. Contact hours: Class – 0, Lab – 9. Credit hours: 3. DIST 1004 Directed Independent Study (Prerequisite: Program Director Approval) This course allows students to complete program projects or engage in other student led lab practice required to complete course competencies in their selected program of study. Contact hours: Class – 0, Lab – 12. Credit hours: 4. DMSO 1010 Foundations of Sonography (Prerequisite: Program Admission) Using classroom didactic instruction and laboratory experiences, this foundations course prepares students for the role of a sonographer. The course provides a base of knowledge and experiences from which complementary and subsequent courses build on. Topics include diagnostic medical sonography history; medical ethics and law; patient privacy and confidentiality; body mechanics, lifts and transfers; patient assessment and administration of care; transducer care; response to medical emergencies; professionalism; medical and sonographic terminology; cultural competence; ergonomics: work related musculoskeletal disorders; basic sonographic physical principles and system operation; Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, and sonographic scanning techniques. Student laboratory scanning hours are included in this course. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (F) DMSO 1020 Sectional Anatomy and Normal Sonographic Appearance (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course combines the didactic education of sectional anatomy with active student participation in classroom laboratory experience. Information is weighted toward normal structures which are sonographically visible. Structures are described according to relative location and proportionality. Topics include: normal sectional anatomy of the neck, liver, biliary system, pancreas, genitourinary tract, spleen, peritoneal cavity, retroperitoneum, gastrointestinal tract, and vascular system structures within the upper and lower extremity; anatomic planes related to sonographic images; sonographic appearance and sonographic patterns of structures in the female and male pelvis, neck, liver, biliary system, pancreas, peritoneum and retroperitoneum, gastrointestinal tract, non-cardiac chest, and upper and low extremities; and related imaging, laboratory testing procedures and functional testing procedures. Student laboratory scanning hours are included in this course. Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (F) DMSO 1040 Sonographic Physics and Instrumentation (Prerequisite: Program Admission) Sonographers apply principles of ultrasound in the operation of medical sonographic equipment to produce a sonogram. Knowledge of the interaction of ultrasound with tissue is important for image optimization, acquisition and interpretation of sonographic images, and critical to the accurate diagnosis of disease. Introduces concepts for the factors involved with diagnostic ultrasound principles and instruments. Course Descriptions Emphasis will be placed on ultrasound physics, transducer construction, operation and characteristics, artifacts and adjustable physics parameters. Topics include: basic principles and wave analysis; propagation of acoustic waves through tissues; principles of pulse echo imaging; sonographic transducers and sound beams; hemodynamic and Doppler imaging; sonographic instrumentation; artifacts; quality assurance/quality control of sonographic instruments; bioeffects and safety. Student laboratory scanning hours are included in this course. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (F) DMSO 1050 Abdominal Sonography I (Prerequisite: DMSO 1010, DMSO 1020) This course combines the didactic education of normal and abnormal abdominal organs and structures with active student participation in classroom laboratory experience. Introduces advanced abdominal anatomy, sonographic appearance and procedures, pathology and pathophysiology for diagnostic medical sonography. Topics include: embryology; anatomy; protocols for all organs and organ systems of the abdomen and non-cardiac chest; variants of normal and congenital anomalies; function of organ and organ systems; patient history and indications for examination; scanning techniques; normal sonographic appearance; pathology and pathophysiology; related imaging and functional testing results; normal and abnormal Doppler and color flow characteristics. Student laboratory scanning hours are included in this course. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab 4. Credit hours: 3. (SP) DMSO 1060 Clinical Sonography I (Prerequisite: Program Admission) Provides students with a more detailed introduction into the hospital, clinic or other patient care setting work experience. This course covers the control of the physical parameters of the sonography unit and application of sonographic physics as it relates to image quality. Sonographic examinations are conducted under direct and indirect supervision. Topics include: oral and written communication; provide basic patient care; equipment manipulation for optimum image resolution; ergonomically correct scanning techniques; perform basic sonographic examinations of normal and abnormal abdominal anatomy, superficial structures, pelvic structures and First trimester obstetrics; related imaging procedures and relevant laboratory findings; students must demonstrate progression of knowledge and scanning skills during this clinical rotation. Contact hours: Class 0, Lab - 12. Credit hours: 4. (F) DMSO 1070 Pelvic Sonography and First Trimester Obstetrics (Prerequisite: DMSO 1010, DMSO 1020) This course introduces gynecology physiology, pathology, and pathophysiology along with normal and abnormal embryonic and fetal development during the first trimester using diagnostic medical sonography. Topics include: the role of the sonographer in obstetric imaging; antepartum obstetric sonography evaluation; Doppler imaging for the obstetric patient; significant laboratory values in early pregnancy; anatomy, physiology, pathology and pathophysiology of the female pelvis; gynecologic patient care and imaging techniques; clinical assessment of obstetrical patient; normal first trimester; uterine and extrauterine assessment during the first trimester; first trimester complications; prudent use; and performance standards and documentation. Student laboratory scanning hours are included in this course. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2. (Sp) DMSO 1080 Sonographic Physics and Instrumentation Registry Review (Prerequisite: DMSO 1040) Provides a review of knowledge from previous courses and helps the student prepare for national certification examinations for sonography. Information concerning test taking skills will also be reviewed. Topics include: patient care, safety and communication; physics principles, ultrasound transducers, pulse-echo instrumentation, Doppler instrumentation; and quality assurance/quality control of equipment. Contact hours: 0, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 1. (Su) DMSO 1090 Introduction to Vascular Sonography (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course is designed as an introduction into the field of vascular sonography. The general practitioner will be required to perform venous examinations of the lower extremity, arterial studies of the neck, and some Doppler studies within the abdomen. Emphasis is on the functional workings and settings associated with Doppler signals and waveforms. Topics include: machine/image settings for Doppler imaging; venous imaging of the lower extremities; arterial imaging of the neck; and vascular imaging of the abdomen, including aorta and its primary branches, vena cava, portal and hepatic veins, and renal arteries and veins. Student laboratory scanning hours are included in this course. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 1. (Su) DMSO 1101 Clinical Sonography II-Part A (Prerequisite: DMSO 1060) This course provides students with continued work experience in a hospital, clinic or other patient care setting. Students conduct sonographic examinations under direct and indirect supervision while continuing to improve their communication, professionalism and critical thinking skills. Topics include: patient care issues; advanced scanning techniques; normal anatomy and pathologic conditions of the abdomen; normal and abnormal sonographic imaging of the male pelvis; normal and abnormal anatomy and pathology of the female pelvis; normal and abnormal uterine and fetal development through thefirst trimester; and introduction to vascular sonography. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 15. Credit hours: 5. (Sp) DMSO 1102 Clinical Sonography II-Part B (Prerequisites: DMSO 1060, DMSO 1100) This course provides students with continued work experience in a hospital, clinic or other patient care setting. Students conduct sonographic examinations under direct and indirect supervision while continuing to improve their communication, professionalism and critical thinking skills. Topics include: patient care issues; advanced scanning techniques; normal anatomy and pathologic conditions of the abdomen; normal and abnormal sonographic imaging of the male pelvis; normal and abnormal anatomy and pathology of the female pelvis; normal and abnormal uterine and fetal development through the first trimester; and introduction to vascular sonography. Contact hours: Class – 0, Lab – 3. Credit hours: 1. (Su) DMSO 2010 OB Second and Third Trimesters (Prerequisite: DMSO 1020, DMSO 1070) Using classroom instruction and laboratory experiences this 321 course introduces the knowledge of fetal anatomy, pathology, pathophysiology and procedures for diagnostic medical sonography. Instruction emphasizes normal fetal growth, fetal anomalies and maternal complications throughout all the second and third trimesters. Topics include: fetal assessment in the normal second and third trimesters; extra- fetal assessment of the second and third trimesters; assess abnormal fetal growth; high risk obstetrics; fetal structural abnormalities; genetic abnormalities and syndromes; interventional procedures; post partum complications; prudent use; and performance standards and documentation. Student laboratory scanning hours are included in this course. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (F) DMSO 2020 Specialized Sonographic Procedures (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course provides students with three independent areas of concentration. They are High Resolution Sonography, Interventional Sonography and Pediatric Sonography. I. High Resolution Sonography introduces superficial structure anatomy, pathology and procedures for diagnostic medical sonography. II. Interventional Sonography provides instruction in sonographic procedures which are considered invasive and/or require sterile procedures. III. Pediatric Sonography provides the sonography student with specialized imaging procedures for the pediatric patient. Topics include: Intervention Sonography: use of sonography in interventional procedures, transducer care, infection control, response to medical emergencies, contrast media, and organ transplant; High Resolution Sonography: contrast media, and organ transplant; High Resolution Imaging of anatomy and normal variants, function and physiology, indications for examination, sonographic imaging, pathology and pathophysiology, correlative and prior imaging, pertinent lab values; Pediatric Sonography: embryology, anatomy and normal variants, function and physiology, indications for examination, sonographic imaging, and pathology and pathophysiology. Student laboratory scanning hours are included in this course. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 1. Credit hours: 2. (F) DMSO 2030 Clinical Sonography III (Prerequisite: DMSO 1102) This course provides students with continued work experience in a hospital, clinic or other patient care setting. Students improve skills in performing sonographic procedures previously introduced. Topics include: normal uterine and fetal development through the three trimesters including placental grading; equipment manipulation for optimum resolution; manipulation of equipment to minimize biological effects; normal anatomy and pathologic conditions of the abdomen and female pelvis; fetal biometry including gestational sac size, crown-rump length, bi-parietal diameter and head circumference; ectopic pregnancies; normal anatomy of the venous and arterial systems of the body; abnormal conditions of the human vasculature system; high resolution sonography including small parts and musculoskeletal imaging; pediatric anatomy and sonographic techniques; interventional sonography including invasive procedures and biopsies; patient care issues; and demonstration of significant progression of knowledge and scanning skills. Contact hours: Class 0, Lab - 24. Credit hours: 8. (F) 322 DMSO 2040 Comprehensive ABD and OB/GYN Registry Review (Prerequisite: DMSO 1050, DMSO 1070, DMSO 2010) Provides a review of knowledge from previous courses and helps the student prepare for ARDMS national certification examinations for sonography. Information concerning test taking skills is also reviewed. Topics include: patient care, preparation and technique; instrumentation, normal pelvic anatomy; abnormal pelvic anatomy; extra-pelvic pathology associated with gynecology; pediatric sonography; post menopause; infertility and endocrinology; first trimester; placenta, amniotic fluid, umbilical cord; second and third trimester; congenital fetal anomalies; complications during pregnancy; fetal demise; coexisting disorders; HIPPA and patient care techniques utilizing a professional sonographer; anatomy and physiology of abdominal structures, small parts, and superficial structures; patient preparation and protocols for sonographic examination of abdominal structure; clinical indications, pertinent related diagnostic imaging procedures and laboratory tests; sonographic technique and appearance of normal anatomic abdominal structures, small parts; characteristic sonographic features and/or patterns of pathology in the abdomen, and small parts.Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2. (Sp) DMSO 2050 Clinical Sonography IV (Prerequisite: DMSO 2030) Provides a culminating work experience in the hospital, clinic or other patient care setting for students to improve skills in performing procedures introduced during prior clinical and didactic courses to the level of an entry-level sonographer. Topics include: refinement of equipment manipulation techniques, performance of sonographic examinations as an entrylevel sonographer, role of the sonographer in performing interventional/invasive procedures, and completion of necessary competency requirements for graduation. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 30. Credit hours: 10. (Sp) ECCE 1101 Intro to Early Childhood Care & Education (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math; Prerequisite/Corequisite: MATH 0097) Introduces concepts relating the responsibilities and procedures involved in a variety of early childhood care situations. Topics include historical perspectives; professionalism; guidance; developmentally appropriate practices; learning environment (including all children); cultural diversity; and licensing, accreditation, and credentialing. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) ECCE 1103 Child Growth and Development (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math; Prerequisite/Corequisite: MATH 0097) Introduces the student to the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of the young child (prenatal through 12 years of age). The course provides for competency development in observing, recording, and interpreting growth and development stages in the young child; advancing physical and intellectual competence; supporting social and emotional development; and examining relationships between child development and positive guidance. Topics include developmental characteristics, prenatal through age 12, developmental guidance applications, observing and recording techniques, ages and stages of development, and introduction to children with Course Descriptions special needs. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) ECCE 1105 Health, Safety and Nutrition (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math; Prerequisite/Corequisite: MATH 0097) Introduces the theory, practices, and requirements for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment. Topics include CPR and first aid, health issues, safety issues, child abuse and neglect, and nutritional needs of children. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) ECCE 1112 Curriculum and Assessment (Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECCE 1101, ECCE 1103) Provides student with an understanding of developmentally effective approaches to teaching, learning, observing, documenting and assessment strategies that promote positive development for young children. The course will enable the student to establish a learning environment appropriate for young children and to identify the goals, benefits, and uses of assessment in the development of curriculum for young children. Topics include observing, documenting, and assessing; learning environments; development of curriculum plans and materials; curriculum approaches; and instructional media. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) ECCE 1113 Creative Activities for Children (Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECCE 1112) Introduces the concepts related to creativity in art, music, movement and creative drama, and facilitating children’s creative expression across the curriculum. Topics include concepts of creativity and expression; theories of young children’s creative development; facilitation of children’s creative expression, media, methods and materials across the curriculum; appreciation of children’s art processes and products; appreciation of children’s creativity in music, movement and dance; appreciation of children’s creative expression in play and creative drama; and art and music appreciation. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) ECCE 1121 Early Childhood Care & Ed Practicum (Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECCE 1112, ECCE 1105, Requires program director approval before registration.) Provides the student with the opportunity to gain additional supervised experience in an actual or simulated work setting allowing demonstration of techniques obtained from course work. Practicum training topics include: promoting child development and learning; building family and community relationships; observing, documenting, and assessing to support young children and families; teaching and learning; becoming a professional; and guidance techniques and classroom management. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 3. (E) ECCE 2115 Language and Literacy (Prerequisite/ Corequisite: ECCE 1112) Develops knowledge, skills, and abilities in supporting young children’s literacy acquisition and development, birth through age twelve. Topics include developmental continuum of reading and writing, literacy acquisition birth to five years of age, literacy acquisition in kindergarten, literacy acquisition in early grades, and literacy acquisition in children who are culturally and linguistically diverse. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) ECCE 2116 Math and Science (Prerequisite/ Corequisite: ECCE 1112) Presents the process of introducing math and science concepts to young children. Includes planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate activities and development of math and science materials, media and methods. Topics include inquiry approach to learning; cognitive stages and developmental processes in developing math and science concepts with children birth to five; cognitive stages and developmental processes in developing math and science concepts with children in kindergarten and primary grades; planning math and science activities; and development of math and science materials, media and methods. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) ECCE 2201 Exceptionalities (Prerequisite: ECCE 1103) Provides for the development of knowledge and skills that will enable the student to understand individuals with special needs and appropriately guide their development. Special emphasis is placed on acquainting the student with programs and community resources that serve families with children with special needs. Topics include inclusion/least restrictive environment (LRE), physical and motor impairments, gifted/talented, intellectual and cognitive disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, communication disorders in speech and language, autism spectrum disorders, visual impairments, deaf and hard of hearing, health impairments, multiple disabilities, and community resources. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) ECCE 2202 Social Issues & Family Involvement (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Enables the student to value the complex characteristics of children’s families and communities and to develop culturally responsive practices which will support family partnerships. Students use their understanding to build reciprocal relationships which promote children’s development and learning. Students are introduced to local programs and agencies that offer services to children and families within the community. Topics include professional responsibilities, family/ social issues, community resources, family education and support, teacher-family communication, community partnerships, social diversity and anti-bias concerns, successful transitions, and school-family activities. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) ECCE 2203 Guidance and Classroom Management (Prerequisite: ECCE 1103) Examines effective guidance practices in group settings based upon the application of theoretical models of child development and of developmentally appropriate practices. Focus will be given to individual, family, and cultural diversity. Topics will include developmentally appropriate child guidance (birth through 12); effective classroom management, including preventive and intervention techniques; understanding challenging behaviors; and implementing guidance plans. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) ECCE 2240 Early Childhood Care and Education Internship (Prerequisite: ECCE 1121; Must be within 18 semester hours of completing program; Requires program director approval before registration.) Provides the student with the opportunity to gain a supervised experience in an actual or simulated work site allowing demonstration of techniques obtained from course work. Practicum topics include promoting 323 child development and learning; building family and community relationships; observing, documenting, and assessing to support young children and families; teaching and learning; becoming a professional; and guidance techniques and classroom management. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 36. Credit hours: 12. (T) ECCE 2310 Paraprofessional Methods and Materials (Prerequisite: ECCE 1103; Pick any two: ECCE 1113, ECCE 2115, ECCE 2116) Develops the instructional skills to enable the student to work as a paraprofessional in a program for kindergarten through elementary age children. Topics include assessment and curriculum, instructional techniques, and methods for instruction in a learning environment. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) ECCE 2312 Paraprofessional Roles and Practices (Prerequisite: ECCE 1103; Pick any two: ECCE 1113, ECCE 2115, ECCE 2116) Develops skills to enable the student to work as a paraprofessional in a program for kindergarten through elementary aged children. Topics include professional qualifications, professional and ethical conduct, professionalism and employment, and paraprofessional roles and responsibilities. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) ECCE 2320 Program Administration and Facility Management (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Provides training in planning, implementation, and maintenance of an effective early childhood program and facility. Topics include organization, mission, philosophy, goals of a program; types of programs; laws, rules, regulations, accreditation, and program evaluation; needs assessment; administrative roles and board of directors; anti-bias program development; child development and developmentally appropriate practices; marketing, public and community relations, grouping, enrollment and retention; working with families; professionalism and work ethics; space management; money management; and program, equipment, and supplies management. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) ECCE 2322 Personnel Management (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math) Provides training in early childhood personnel management. Topics include staff records; communication; personnel policies; managing payroll; recruitment, interviewing, selection, hiring, motivating, and firing; staff retention; staff scheduling; staff development; staff supervision; conflict resolution; staff evaluations; ethical responsibilities to employees; and time and stress management. Contact hours: Class - 3, ECCE 2360 Classroom Strategies for Exceptional Children (Prerequisite: ECCE 2201; Corequisite: ECCE 2362) Prepares child care providers and paraprofessionals with knowledge and skills in the areas of working effectively with children with a disability; working with families as partners; examining the laws and regulations; exploring resources, service providers, and agencies that may assist the child and his/her family; examining the adaptations and modifications to facilities and environments; reviewing the referral process; implementing inclusion; modifying instruction to accommodate the child with special needs; and investigating ways to document and chart observations. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit 324 hours: 3. (T) ECCE 2362 Exploring Your Role in the Exceptional Environment (Prerequisite: ECCE 2201; Corequisite: ECCE 2360) Prepares child care providers and paraprofessionals with knowledge and skills for screening and assessing purposes; and explores resources, service providers, and agencies that may assist the child and families in educational or natural settings. Examines adaptations, accommodations, and modifications to environments; reviews the referral process; implements inclusion and modifies instruction to accommodate the child with special needs. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 3. (T) ECET 1101 Circuit Analysis (Corequisite: ENGT 1000, MATH 1111) Emphasizes the knowledge and ability to analyze basic DC circuits and introductory concepts of AC circuits. Topics include: international units, basic electrical laws, series and parallel circuits, network analysis concepts, network theorems concepts, D.C. instruments, grounding techniques, magnetism, inductance/capacitance, transient analysis, and introduction to dependent sources and 2-port parameters. Laboratory work parallels class work. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4. (E) ECET 1110 Digital Systems I (Prerequisite: ENGT 1000) Study of digital circuit fundamentals with an emphasis on digital electronics and techniques, simplification of logic circuits, sequential and combinational logic circuits, programmable logic devices, flip-flops and registers, binary number system, and arithmetic and logic operations. Laboratory work parallels class work using trainers, DesignWorks, and Altera simulation software and system. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4. (T) ECET 2101 Circuit Analysis II (Prerequisite: ENGT 1000, ECET 1101, MATH 1111) Continues study of AC circuit analysis, which emphasizes complex networks. Topics include: analysis of complex networks, networks with multiple sources, AC network theorems, resonance, transformers, three-phase systems, filters and bode plots, non-sinusoidal waveforms, and pulse response of RLC circuits. Laboratory work parallels class work. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4. (F) ECET 2120 Electronic Circuits I (Prerequisite: ENGT 1000) Introduces the conduction process in semiconductor materials and devices. Topics include semiconductor physics; diodes; basic diode circuits and applications; biasing, stability and graphical analysis of bipolar junction transistors and field effect transistors; introduction to silicon controlled rectifiers; device curve characteristics; and related devices with selected applications. Laboratory work includes circuit construction, use of appropriate instruments, troubleshooting and circuit simulation using P-SPICE. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4. (T) ECHO 1100 Echocardiography Fundamentals (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course introduces the basic principles and applications of the physical assessment and echocardiographic procedures. Discussion of medical law and ethics as it relates to the professional scope of practice. Topics include: basic echocardiographic imaging principles, patient skills and equipment instrumentation, basic Doppler and color principles, medical law and ethics Course Descriptions and common terminology and abbreviations. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (T) ECHO 1310 Echocardiography I (Prerequisite: ECHO 1100) This course utilizes cardiac sonography fundamentals to evaluate cardiac anatomy, function and hemodynamics in diagnosing coronary artery heart disease. Incorporates all forms of noninvasive cardiovascular evaluation with emphasis on performance and interpretation of M-mode, 2dimensional, and Doppler echocardiography. Emphasis will be placed on obtaining quality echocardiograms, and laboratory experience will demonstrate the application of theoretical principles and concepts. Topics include: ventricular function, coronary artery disease, Stress Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE), 3-D/4-D Echocardiography, Contrast Echocardiography and advanced techniques/procedures. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab -6. Credit hours: 3. (T) ECHO 1320 Echocardiography II (Prerequisite: ECHO 1310; Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECHO 1370 or ECHO 1371 or ECHO 1372) This course utilizes fundamentals to evaluate cardiac function and acquired disease states. Incorporates all forms of noninvasive cardiovascular evaluation with emphasis on performance and interpretation of M-mode, 2dimensional, and Doppler echocardiography. Emphasis will be placed on obtaining quality echocardiograms, and laboratory experience will demonstrate the application of theoretical principles and concepts. Topics include: valvular heart disease, cardiomyopathies, systemic and pulmonary hypertensive heart disease, pericardial diseases, systemic disease, cardiac transplantation, cardiac tumors/masses, diseases of the aorta, pericardial diseases, and miscellaneous topics. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab -6. Credit hours: 3. (T) ECHO 1370 Echocardiography Clinical I (Prerequisite: Program Admission) Provides hands-on experience in performing noninvasive cardiovascular procedures with emphasis on instrumentation and development of clinical techniques. Topics include: policies and procedures, echocardiographic instrumentation, recording patient information, patient preparation, and performing echocardiographic examinations. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 21. Credit hours: 7. (T) ECHO 1371 (part A) Echocardiography Clinical I (Prerequisite: Program Admission) Provides hands-on experience in performing noninvasive cardiovascular procedures with emphasis on instrumentation and development of clinical techniques. Topics include: policies and procedures, echocardiographic instrumentation, recording patient information, patient preparation, and performing echocardiographic examinations. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 12. Credit hours: 4. (T) ECHO 1372 (part B) Echocardiography Clinical I (Prerequisite: ECHO 1100) Provides hands-on experience in performing noninvasive cardiovascular procedures with emphasis on instrumentation and development of clinical techniques. Topics include: policies and procedures, echocardiographic instrumentation, recording patient information, patient preparation, and performing echocardiographic examinations. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3. (T) ECHO 2360 Echocardiography Clinical II (Prerequisite: ECHO 1370) Provides hands-on experience in the clinical setting with an emphasis placed on the development of clinical techniques employed to obtain meaningful data. Continued participation by the s tudent will progressively lead to the student performing diagnostic procedures with less assistance but under the supervision of an appropriately credentialed sonographer. Topics include: echocardiographic instrumentation, logging and reporting information, preparation for echocardiographic examinations, medical ethics, and performing echocardiographic procedures. Students may do a brief rotation through an invasive cardiology lab, pediatric lab and/or vascular lab. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 21. Credit hours: 7. (T) ECHO 2370 Echocardiography Clinical III (Prerequisite: ECHO 2360; Prerequisite/ Corequisites: ECHO 2400) This course builds on the knowledge and skills learned in Clinical Echo 3. By the end of this rotation, the student will perform all echocardiography procedures independently with the supervision of an appropriately credentialed sonographer. This course provides a culminating clinical setting experience which allows students to synthesize information and procedural instruction provided throughout the program. Emphasis is placed on skill level improvements and final completion of all required clinical competencies presented in previous courses and practiced in previous clinical vascular courses. Topics include: scanning, documentation of pathologies, patient and equipment skills, current literature, professionalism, and ethical behavior. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab 30. Credit hours: 10. (T) ECHO 2400 Comprehensive Registry Review (Prerequisite: ECHO 2310; Prerequisite/ Corequisites: ECHO 2370) This course will be an overall review of Echocardiography to include demonstration of normal and abnormal cardiac anatomy, cardiac physiology, pathophysiology and hemodynamics/physics in the different types of cardiac disease/dysfunctions. Also included will be a review of clinical non-invasive cardiac diagnostic procedures, laboratory values, pharmacology and test validation and measurements. Emphasis is placed on reviewing information so that the student will successfully pass the ARMDS and/ or CCI certification examinations. Topics include: normal and abnormal cardiac anatomy, techniques, pathology, physics/hemodynamics, test validation and measurements, and laboratory values. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 1. (T) ECON 1101 Principles of Economics (Prerequisite: Degree-level proficiency in Math, English and reading) Provides a description and analysis of economic operations in contemporary society. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of economic concepts and policies as they apply to everyday life. Topics include basic economic principles; economic forces and indicators; capital and labor; price, competition, and monopoly; money and banking; government expenditures, federal and local; fluctuations in production, employment, and income; and United States economy in perspective (Associate degree-level course.) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) 325 ECON 2105 Principles of Macroeconomics (Prerequisite: Degree-level proficiency in Math, English and reading) Provides a description and analysis of macroeconomic principles and policies. Topics include basic economic principles, macroeconomic concepts, equilibrium in the goods and money markets, macroeconomic equilibrium and the impact of fiscal and monetary policies. (Associate degree-level course.) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) ECON 2106 Principles of Microeconomics (Prerequisite: Degree-level proficiency in Math, English and reading) Provides an analysis of the ways in which consumers and business firms interact in a market economy. Topics include basic economic principles, consumer choice, behavior of profit maximizing firms, modeling of perfect competition, monopoly, oligopoly and monopolistic competition. (Associate degree-level course.) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) ELTR 1020 Electrical Systems Basics I (Prerequisite/ Corequisite: Provisional Admission) Introduces the theory and application of varying sine wave voltages and current. Topics include: magnetism, AC wave generation, AC test equipment, inductance, capacitance, and basic transformers. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (T) ELTR 1060 Electrical Prints, Schematics & Symbols (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Introduces electrical symbols and their use in construction blueprints, electrical schematics, and diagrams. Topics include: electrical symbols, component identification, print reading and scales and measurement. Contact hours: Class – 1, Lab – 2. Credit hours: 2. (T) ELTR 1080 Commercial Wiring I (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course introduces commercial wiring practices and procedures. Topics include: industrial safety procedures, the National Electrical Code, commercial load calculations, three- phase power systems, and fundamentals of AC motor control. Contact hours: Class – 4, Lab – 2. Credit hours: 5. (T) ELTR 1090 Commercial Wiring II (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course is a continuation of the study in commercial wiring practices and procedures. Topics include: transformer connections, an introduction to low voltage systems, conduit design and installation practices, and system design concepts. Contact hours Class – 1, Lab – 4. Credit hours: 3. (T) ELTR 1180 Electrical Controls (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Introduces line and low voltage switching circuits, manual and automatic controls and devices, and circuits. Emphasis will be placed on switching circuits, manual and automatic controls and devices, line and low voltage switching circuits, and operation, application and ladder diagrams. Topics include: ladder and wire diagrams, switching circuits, manual controls and devices, automatic controls and devices, and application and operation of controllers and controls. Contact hours: Class – 4.80, Lab – 3.60. Credit hours: 6. (T) ELTR 1205 Residential Wiring I (Corequisite: ELTR 1210) Introduces residential wiring practices and procedures. Topics include: print reading, National Electrical Code, wiring materials and methods, and 326 control of luminaries and receptacle installation. Contact hours: Class – 2, Lab – 2. Credit hours: 3. (T) ELTR 1210 Residential Wiring II (Corequisite: ELTR 1205) Provides additional instruction on wiring practices in accordance with the National Electrical Code. Topics include: single and multi-family load calculations, single and multi-family service installations, sub-panels and feeders, and specialty circuits. Contact hours: Class – 2, Lab 2. Credit hours: 3. (T) ELTR 1220 Industrial PLC’s (Pre-requisites: None) Introduces operational theory, systems terminology, PLC installations, and programming procedures for programmable logic controls. Emphasis is placed on PLC programming, connections, installations, and start-up procedures. Topics include: PLC hardware and software, PLC functions and terminology, introductory numbering systems, PLC installation and setup, PLC programming basics, relay logic instructions, timers and counters, connecting field devices to I/O cards, and PLC safety procedures. Contact hours: Class – 3, Lab – 3. Credit hours: 3. (T) ELTR 1250 Diagnostic Troubleshooting (Prerequisites: None) Introduces diagnostic techniques related to electrical malfunctions. Special attention is given to use of safety precautions during troubleshooting. Topics include: problem diagnosis, advanced schematics, and sequential troubleshooting procedures. Contact hours: Class – 5, Lab 4.2. Credit hours: 2. (T) ELTR 1270 N.E.C. Industrial Wiring Applications (Pre-requisites: None) Provides instruction in industrial wiring applications of the National Electrical Code. Topics include: rigid/IMC conduit installation, EMT conduit installation, busways installation, cable tray / wireway installation, and equipment installation (600 volts or less). Contact hours: Class –2, Lab 4. Credit hours: 4. (T) ELTR 1525 Photovoltaic Systems (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This class introduces techniques and method on how to install residential and commercial photovoltaic systems. Solar systems include grid- connected, Stand-alone, and Hybrid. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab 4. Credit hours: 5. (T) EMPL 1000 Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading) Emphasizes human relations and professional development in today’s rapidly changing world that prepares students for living and working in a complex society. Topics include human relations skills, job acquisition skills and communication, job retention skills, job advancement skills, and professional image skills. (Diploma level course) Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (E) EMSP 1010 Emergency Medical Responder (Prerequisite: Program Admission) The Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) course prepares the student to provide initial stabilizing care to the sick or injured prior to the arrival of Emergency Medical Services Professionals (EMS), and to assist EMS personnel in transporting patients for definitive care at an appropriate hospital/facility. Major areas of instruction include Introductory Medical Terminology and Anatomy & Physiology; Responder Safety; Incident Course Descriptions Command; Bloodborne Pathogen Training; Basic Physical Assessment; and Treatment of Trauma and Medical Emergencies; Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and the use of Automatic External Defibrillators. The course is a blend of lecture, hands on lab/learning, and practical scenario based learning/testing. The course will include Healthcare Provider CPR/AED Certification from a Nationally Recognized Body (American Heart Association, Red Cross, etc). If this course is also approved by the Georgia State Office of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma (SOEMST), successful completion will allow the student to be eligible to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification. Topics include: Preparatory; Anatomy and Physiology; Medical Terminology; Pathophysiology; Life Span Development; Public Health; Pharmacology; Airway; Management; Respiration and Artificial Ventilation; Assessment; Medicine; Shock and Resuscitation; Trauma; Special Patient Populations; EMS Operations; and Integration of Patient Assessment and Management. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab -3. Credit hours: 4. (F, Sp) EMSP 1110 Introduction to the EMT Profession (Prerequisite: Program Admission; ALHS 1011 and ALHS 1090 or BIOL 2113 and BIOL 2113L and BIOL 2114 and BIOL 2114L, ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1101, MATH 1012 or MATH 1111 or MATH 1101 or MATH 1100) This course serves as the introductory course to the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) profession. It orients the student to the pre-hospital care environment, issues related to the provision of patient care in both in-hospital and out-of-hospital circumstances. It further provides foundational information upon which subsequent curriculum content is based so that successful completion of this content increases the potential for success in subsequent courses and should allow students to apply the fundamental knowledge, skills, and attitudes gained in order to effectively communicate and function safely, ethically and professionally within the emergency medical services environment. Topics include: Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, Pathophysiology, CPR for HCP, EMS Systems, Research, Workforce Safety and Wellness, Documentation, EMS System Communication, Therapeutic Communication, Medical/ Legal and Ethics, Public Health, Principles of Safely Operating a Ground Ambulance, Incident Management, Multiple Casualty Incidents, Air Medical, Vehicle Extrication, HazMat, MCI due to Terrorism/Disaster, and Life Span Development. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab -2. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp, Su) EMSP 1120 EMT Assessment/Airway Management and Pharmacology (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course prepares students for initial scene management and assessment of patients as well as management of the airway. Introduction to pharmacology is also covered. Includes application of scene information and patient assessment findings (scene size up, primary and secondary assessment, patient history, and reassessment) to guide emergency management. Topics include: Scene Size-Up; Primary Assessment; History Taking; Secondary Assessment; Monitoring Devices; Reassessment; Airway Management; Respiration; Artificial Ventilation; Principles of Pharmacology; Medication Administration; and Emergency Medications. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab -2. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp, Su) EMSP 1130 Medical Emergencies for the EMT (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course integrates pathophysiological principles and assessment findings to formulate a field impression and implement the treatment plan of cases involving nontraumatic medical emergencies. Topics include: Medical Overview; Neurology; Abdominal and Gastrointestinal Disorders; Immunology; Infectious Disease; Endocrine Disorders; Psychiatric; Cardiovascular; Toxicology; Respiratory; Hematology; Genitourinary/Renal; NonTraumatic Musculoskeletal Disorders; Diseases of the Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Throat; and Medical Assessments. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab -2. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) EMSP 1140 Special Patient Populations (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course provides a fundamental knowledge of growth, development, and aging and assessment findings to provide basic emergency care and transportation for a patient with special needs. Topics include: Obstetrics, Gynecology, Neonatal Care, Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Patients with Special Challenges, and Special Patient Populations - Assessments. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab -2. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) EMSP 1150 Shock and Trauma for the EMT (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course is designed to prepare the EMT student to apply prehospital emergency care to patients who have sustained injuries resulting from various mechanisms of injury including: Abdominal and Genitourinary trauma; Orthopedic trauma; Soft Tissue trauma; Head, Facial, Neck, and Spine Trauma and Nervous System trauma. Special considerations in trauma related injuries will be presented including the physiology of shock as well as multi-system trauma and environmental emergencies. Topics include: Shock and Resuscitation; Trauma Overview; Bleeding; Chest Trauma; Abdominal and Genitourinary Trauma; Orthopedic Trauma; Soft Tissue Trauma; Head, Facial, Neck, and Spine Trauma; Nervous System Trauma; Special Considerations in Trauma; Environmental Emergencies; and MultiSystem Trauma. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab -2. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) EMSP 1160 Clinical and Practical Applications for the EMT (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course provides supervised clinical experience in various clinical settings as well as opportunities to demonstrate critical thinking skills and assessment based management techniques through competency based evaluations relevant to the practice of an EMT. Topics include: Clinicals and Assessment Based Management. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab -3. Credit hours: 1. (F, Sp) EMSP 1510 Advanced Concepts for the AEMT (Prerequisite: Program Admission; ALHS 1011 and ALHS 1090 or BIOL 2113 and BIOL 2113L and BIOL 2114 and BIOL 2114L, ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1101, MATH 1012 or MATH 1111 or MATH 1101 or MATH 1100.Applicants for this program must submit documentation of current Georgia EMT License, OR National Registry of EMT’s certification as an EMT or EMT-Basic before open registration begins.)This course serves as the introductory course to the advanced level practice of the Advanced Emergency 327 Medical Technician (AEMT). It expands on the information attained at the EMT level. Topics include: EMS Systems; Documentation; EMS System Communication; Therapeutic Communication; Principles of Pharmacology; Medication Administration; Emergency Medications; Airway Management; Respiration; Artificial Ventilation; Primary Assessment; and Secondary Assessment. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab -2. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) EMSP 1520 Advanced Patient Care for the AEMT (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course provides opportunities to apply fundamental knowledge of basic and selected advanced emergency care and transportation based on assessment findings for the following: an acutely ill patient; a patient in shock, respiratory failure or arrest, cardiac failure or arrest, and post resuscitation management; and an acutely injured patient. In addition it provides a fundamental knowledge of growth, development, and aging and assessment findings to provide basic and selected advanced emergency care and transportation for a patient with special needs. Topics include: Geriatrics; Patients with Special Challenges; Medical Overview; Neurology; Immunology; Infectious Disease; Endocrine Disorders; Cardiovascular; Toxicology; Respiratory; Hematology; Genitourinary/Renal; Shock and Resuscitation; Chest Trauma; Abdominal and Genitourinary Trauma; Orthopedic Trauma; Head, Facial, Neck, and Spine Trauma: Nervous System Trauma; and Integration of Medical/Trauma Assessments. Contact hours: Class 2, Lab -2. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) EMSP 1530 Clinical Applications for the AEMT (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course provides supervised clinical experience in various clinical settings. Topics include: Clinicals. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab -2. Credit hours: 1. (F, Sp) EMSP 1540 Clinical and Practical Applications for the AEMT (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course provides supervised clinical experience in various clinical settings as well as opportunities to demonstrate critical thinking skills and assessment based management techniques through competency based evaluations relevant to the practice of an AEMT. Topics include: Clinicals and Assessment Based Management. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab -6. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) EMSP 2110 Foundations of Paramedicine (Prerequisite: Program Admission; ALHS 1011 or BIOL 2113 and BIOL 2113L and BIOL 2114 and BIOL 2114L, ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1101, MATH 1012 or MATH 1111 or MATH 1101 or MATH 1100.) This course introduces the student to the role of the paramedic in today’s healthcare system, with a focus on the pre-hospital setting. This course will also prepare the student to integrate scene and patient assessment findings with knowledge of epidemiology and pathophysiology to form a field impression. This includes developing a list of differential diagnoses through clinical reasoning to modify the assessment and formulate a treatment plan. Topics include: EMS Systems; Research; Workforce Safety and Wellness; Documentation; EMS System Communication; Therapeutic Communication; Medical/ Legal and Ethics; Life Span Development; Public Health; Incident Management; Air Medical; Scene SizeUp; Primary Assessment; History Taking; Secondary Assessment; Monitoring Devices; and Reassessment. 328 Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab -2. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) EMSP 2120 Applications of Pathophysiology for Paramedics (Prerequisite: Program Admission; ALHS 1011 or BIOL 2113 and BIOL 2113L and BIOL 2114 and BIOL 2114L, ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1101, MATH 1012 or MATH 1111 or MATH 1101 or MATH 1100.) This course expands the concepts of pathophysiology as it correlates to disease processes. This course will enable the student to apply the general concepts of pathophysiology to the assessment and management of patients in the emergency setting. Topics include: Pathophysiology. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab -0. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) EMSP 2130 Advanced Resuscitative Skills for Paramedics (Prerequisite: Program Admission; ALHS 1011 or BIOL 2113 and BIOL 2113L and BIOL 2114 and BIOL 2114L, ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1101, MATH 1012 or MATH 1111 or MATH 1101 or MATH 1100.) This course will equip the paramedicine student with an expanded knowledge of pharmacology, as well as skills used to manage the respiratory system. Students will learn to use these advanced resuscitative skills to mitigate patient care emergencies, and to improve the overall health of the patient. Topics include: Principles of Pharmacology; Medication Administration; Emergency Medications; Airway Management; Respiration; and Artificial Ventilation. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) EMSP 2140 Advanced Cardiovascular Concepts (Prerequisite: Program Admission; ALHS 1011 or BIOL 2113 and BIOL 2113L and BIOL 2114 and BIOL 2114L, ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1101, MATH 1012 or MATH 1111 or MATH 1101 or MATH 1100.) This course equips the paramedicine student with an expanded knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and electrophysiology of the cardiovascular system. Students will also examine the epidemiology of cardiovascular disease, and will begin to integrate advanced assessment skills (including ECG interpretation) into the assessment of cardiac patients. Topics include: Anatomy, Physiology, and Electrophysiology of the Cardiovascular System; Epidemiology of Cardiovascular Disease; Assessment of the Cardiac Patient; Electrocardiographic (ECG) interpretation. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) EMSP 2310 Therapeutic Modalities of Cardiovascular Care (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Prerequisite/Corequisite: EMSP 2110, EMSP 2120, EMSP 2130 and EMSP 2140) This course will enable the student to integrate assessment findings with principles of epidemiology and pathophysiology to formulate a field impression and implement a comprehensive treatment/disposition plan for a patient experiencing a cardiovascular emergency. Topics include: Cardiovascular Emergencies and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (Su) EMSP 2320 Therapeutic Modalities of Medical Care (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: EMSP 2110, EMSP 2120, EMSP 2130 and EMSP 2140) This course will enable the student to integrate assessment findings with principles of epidemiology and pathophysiology to formulate a field impression and implement a comprehensive treatment/disposition plan for a patient experiencing a Course Descriptions medical emergency. Topics include: Medical Overview; Neurology; Abdominal and Gastrointestinal Disorders; Immunology; Infectious Disease; Endocrine Disorders; Psychiatric; Toxicology; Respiratory; Hematology; Genitourinary/Renal; Non-Traumatic Musculoskeletal Disorders; Diseases of the Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Throat; and Assessment of Medical Emergencies. Contact hours: Class - 4, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 5. (F) the Paramedic - II is one in a series of courses that also includes: EMSP 2510, EMSP 2530, EMSP 2540, EMSP 2550, EMSP 2560 and EMSP 2570. The successful completion of all of these will result in meeting all clinical standards required by the State Office of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma (SOEMST). Topics include: Clinicals. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 2. (Sp) EMSP 2330 Therapeutic Modalities of Trauma Care (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: EMSP 2110, EMSP 2120, EMSP 2130 and EMSP 2140) This course will enable the student to integrate a comprehensive knowledge of causes and pathophysiology into the management of traumatic: cardiac arrest and peri-arrest states; shock, respiratory failure or arrest with an emphasis on early intervention to prevent arrest. This course will also include integrating assessment findings with principles of epidemiology and pathophysiology to formulate a field impression to implement a comprehensive treatment/disposition plan for an acutely injured patient. During this course, the student will complete a nationally recognized prehospital trauma course (i.e. PHTLS, ITLS, ATT, etc.). Topics include: Shock and Trauma Resuscitation; Trauma Overview; Bleeding; Chest Trauma; Abdominal and Genitourinary Trauma; Orthopedic Trauma; Soft Tissue Trauma; Head, Facial, Neck, and Spine Trauma; Nervous System Trauma; Special Considerations in Trauma; Environmental Emergencies; Multi-System Trauma; and Assessment of Trauma Emergencies. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 4. (Su) EMSP 2530 Clinical Applications for the Paramedic III (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: EMSP 2110, EMSP 2120, EMSP 2130 and EMSP 2140) This course provides the paramedicine student with supervised clinical experience in various clinical settings. EMSP 2530 Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - III is one in a series of courses that also includes: EMSP 2510, EMSP 2520, EMSP 2540, EMSP 2550, EMSP 2560 and EMSP 2570. The successful completion of all of these will result in meeting all clinical standards required by the State Office of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma (SOEMST). Topics include: Clinicals. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 2. (Sp) EMSP 2340 Therapeutic Modalities for Special Patient Populations (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Prerequisite/Corequisite: EMSP 2110, EMSP 2120, EMSP 2130 and EMSP 2140) This course will enable the student to integrate assessment findings with principles of pathophysiology and knowledge of psychosocial needs to formulate a field impression and implement a comprehensive treatment/disposition plan for various special patient populations. During this course, the student will also complete a nationally recognized pediatric course (i.e. EPC, PALS, PEPP, etc.). Topics include: Obstetrics; Gynecology; Neonatal Care; Pediatrics; Geriatrics; and Patients with Special Challenges. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 4. (F) EMSP 2510 Clinical Applications for the Paramedic I (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: EMSP 2110, EMSP 2120, EMSP 2130 and EMSP 2140) This course provides the paramedicine student with supervised clinical experience in various clinical settings. EMSP 2510 Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - I is one in a series of courses that also includes: EMSP 2520, EMSP 2530, EMSP 2540, EMSP 2550, EMSP 2560 and EMSP 2570. The successful completion of all of these will result in meeting all clinical standards required by the State Office of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma (SOEMST). Topics include: Clinicals. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 2. (F) EMSP 2520 Clinical Applications for the Paramedic II (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: EMSP 2110, EMSP 2120, EMSP 2130 and EMSP 2140) This course provides the paramedicine student with supervised clinical experience in various clinical settings. EMSP 2520 Clinical Applications for EMSP 2540 Clinical Applications for the Paramedic IV (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: EMSP 2110, EMSP 2120, EMSP 2130 and EMSP 2140) This course provides the paramedicine student with supervised clinical experience in various clinical settings. EMSP 2540 Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - IV is one in a series of courses that also includes: EMSP 2510, EMSP 2520, EMSP 2530, EMSP 2550, EMSP 2560 and EMSP 2570.The successful completion of all of these will result in meeting all clinical standards required by the State Office of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma (SOEMST). Topics include: Clinicals. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 1. (Su) EMSP 2550 Clinical Applications for the Paramedic V (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: EMSP 2110, EMSP 2120, EMSP 2130 and EMSP 2140) This course provides the paramedicine student with supervised clinical experience in various clinical settings. EMSP 2550 Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - V is one in a series of courses that also includes: EMSP 2510, EMSP 2520, EMSP 2530, EMSP 2540, EMSP 2560 and EMSP 2570. The successful completion of all of these will result in meeting all clinical standards required by the State Office of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma (SOEMST). Topics include: Clinicals. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 1. (Su) EMSP 2560 Clinical Applications for the Paramedic VI (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: EMSP 2110, EMSP 2120, EMSP 2130 and EMSP 2140) This course provides the paramedicine student with supervised clinical experience in various clinical settings. EMSP 2520 Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - VI is one in a series of courses that also includes: EMSP 2510, EMSP 2520, EMSP 2530, EMSP 2540, EMSP 2550 and EMSP 2570.The successful completion of all of these will result in meeting all clinical standards required by the State Office of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma (SOEMST). Topics include: Clinicals. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 1. (F) EMSP 2570 Clinical Applications for the Paramedic 329 VII (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: EMSP 2110, EMSP 2120, EMSP 2130 and EMSP 2140) This course provides the paramedicine student with supervised clinical experience in various clinical settings. EMSP 2520 Clinical Applications for the Paramedic - VII is one in a series of courses that also includes: EMSP 2510, EMSP 2520, EMSP 2530, EMSP 2540, EMSP 2550 and EMSP 2560. The successful completion of all of these will result in meeting all clinical standards required by the State Office of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma (SOEMST). Topics include: Clinicals. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 1. (F) EMSP 2710 Field Internship for the Paramedic (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: EMSP EMSP 2310, EMSP 2320, EMSP 2330, EMSP 2340, EMSP 2510, EMSP 2520, EMSP 2530, EMSP 2540, EMSP 2550, EMSP 2560, EMSP 2570) Provides supervised field internship experience in the prehospital advanced life support setting. Topics include: Field Internship. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 2. (Sp) EMSP 2720 Practical Applications for the Paramedic (Prerequisite: Program Admission; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: EMSP 2310, EMSP 2320, EMSP 2330, EMSP 2340, EMSP 2510, EMSP 2520, EMSP 2530, EMSP 2540, EMSP 2550, EMSP 2560, EMSP 2570) Allows opportunities to demonstrate critical thinking skills and assessment based management techniques through competency based evaluations relevant to the practice of a Paramedic. Topics include: Assessment Based Management for Paramedics. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) ENGL 0096 English I (Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test scores in English and/or reading) Emphasizes standard English usage. Topics include vocabulary skills, capitalization, basic punctuation, subject and verb agreement, correct verb forms, spelling, and basic paragraph development. (Diploma level developmental course.) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) ENGL 0097 English II (Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test scores in English and/or reading; or ENGL 0096 and/or READ 0096) Emphasizes the rules of grammar, punctuation, capitalization, spelling, and writing in order to ensure a smooth transition into communicating orally and in writing. Topics include basic grammar, basic mechanics, spelling, and writing skills. (Diploma level developmental course.) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) ENGL 0988 Intermediate Reading & Writing (Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test scores in English and/or reading; or ENGL 0097 and/or READ 0097) This course integrates academic reading and writing skills to prepare students to be career and college ready. Topics include reading and writing processes, study strategies, critical thinking strategies, and research skills. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to apply these skills toward understanding and composing unified, coherent, and well-developed texts at a career and college-ready level. The course fulfills the requirements for the highest level of learning support reading and/or English and prepares students for ENGL 1101. (Associate degree-level developmental course.) Contact hours: 330 Class - 3, Lab – 4.50. Credit hours: 3 (E) ENGL 1010 Fundamentals of English I (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and Reading; or ENGL 0097 and READ 0097) This course emphasizes the development and improvement of written and oral communication abilities. Topics in ENGL 1010 include analysis of writing, applied grammar and writing skills, editing and proofreading skills, research skills, and oral communication skills. (Diploma level course) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) ENGL 1101 Composition and Rhetoric (Prerequisite: Degree-level proficiency in English and reading; or ENGL 0988) This course explores the analysis of literature and articles about issues in the humanities and in society. Students practice various modes of writing, ranging from exposition to argumentation and persuasion. ENGL 1101 includes a review of standard grammatical and stylistic usage in proofreading and editing. An introduction to library resources lays the foundation for research. Topics include writing analysis and practice, revision, and research. Students write a research paper using library resources and using a formatting and documentation style appropriate to the purpose and audience. (Associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) ENGL 1102 Literature and Composition (Prerequisite: ENGL 1101) This course develops writing skills beyond the levels of proficiency required by ENGL 1101. ENGL 1102 emphasizes the student’s ability to read literature analytically and meaningfully and to communicate clearly. Students analyze the form and content of literature in historical and philosophical contexts. Topics include reading and analysis of fiction/ nonfiction, poetry, and drama; research; and writing about literature. (Associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) ENGL 1105 Technical Communications (Prerequisite: ENGL 1101) Emphasizes practical knowledge of technical communications techniques, procedures, and reporting formats used in industry and business. Topics include reference use and research; device and process description; formal technical report writing; business correspondence; and technical report presentation. (Associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class – 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) ENGL 2130 American Literature (Prerequisite: ENGL 1101) This course emphasizes American literature as a reflection of culture and ideas. A survey of important works in American literature includes a variety of literary genres: short stories, poetry, drama, nonfiction, and novels. Topics include literature and culture, essential themes and ideas, literature and history, and research skills. (Associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class – 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) ENGT 1000 Introduction to Engineering Technology (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; Corequisite: ECET 1101) Provides a study of engineering technology as a career field and describes the knowledge and skills required for academic and occupational success. Topics include: engineering technology career, measurement and standards, mathematical operators, engineering tools, and engineering concepts. Labs reinforce mathematical, mechanical and electrical concepts through practical exercises, such as measurement and Course Descriptions calculation of density of objects, relative humidity, use of digital multi-meter, building circuits, use of precision instruments, and team exercises. Contact hours: Class 2, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 3. (E) FYES 1000 First Year Experience (Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test scores in English and reading or ENGL 0096 and READ 0096) The first-year experience course is designed to connect and acclimate new students to Gwinnett Technical College. In addition, the course creates an awareness of various campus resources and the academic skills necessary to achieve educational and career success. Through the use of academic strategies, self-discovery, and technology, students will develop college-level learning and success skills necessary to be successful. Contact hours: Class – 2, Lab – 0. Credit hours: 2. (E) GIFS 1101 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) An introduction to the principles and applications of Geographic Information Systems and basic use of a hand-held Global Positioning System (GPS) unit in the field. Examines applications of geographic information including data structure, spatial analysis, data management, data visualization, and data retrieval. Emphasis is placed on the interdisciplinary nature of GIS and its relevance to industry and society. Students will also acquire skills in introduction to terminology, hardware, and technology used in GPS. Contact hours: Class – 2, Lab – 4. Credit hours: 4. (F) GIFS 1103 Intermediate GIS (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; GIFS 1101) This GIS course prepares students for geographic analysis. The course introduces students to the use of software tools in geographic and database analysis and provides practical experience in the use of GIS software for spatial analysis. Contact hours: Class -2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (F) GIFS 1109 Special Topics in GIS (Prerequisite: GIFS 1103) This course allows instructors to cover topics that are specifically related to their service area. Examples of projects are: precision agriculture, fire and crime, water usage, historical data, and utility layouts. Students will be assigned a project that will benefit them in employment for their current service area. Contact hours: Class – 2, Lab – 4. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) GIFS 1122 GIS in Science, Business, and Government (Prerequisite: GIFS 1103) This course includes an in-depth survey of the various ways that GIS applications are being used in natural resources, government (city, county, state, and federal) and business. Topics will include data acquisition, accuracy, analysis, and presentation techniques necessary for various GIS applications. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) HIMT 1100 Introduction to Health Information Technology (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course focuses on orienting the student to health information management. Topics include introducing students to the structure of healthcare in the United States and its providers, and the structure and function of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (T) HIMT 1150 Computer Applications in Healthcare (Prerequisite: Program Admission) Designed to provide students with computer and software skills used in medical offices. Topics include hardware and software components of computers for medical record applications; database software and information management; specialized information management systems in healthcare; methods of controlling confidentiality and patient rights; accuracy and security of health information data in computer systems as well as future directions of information technology in healthcare. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (T) HIMT 1200 Legal Aspects of Healthcare (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course focuses on the study of legal principles applicable to health information, patient care and health records. Topics include: working of the American Legal System, courts and legal procedures, principles of liability, patient record requirements, access to health information, confidentiality and informed consent, the judicial process of health information, specialized patient records, risk management and quality assurance, HIV information, and the electronic health record. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (T) HIMT 1250 Health Record Content and Structure (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course provides a study of content, storage, retrieval, control, retention, and maintenance of health information. Topics include: health data structure, content and standards, healthcare information requirements and standards. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2. (T) HIMT 1350 Pharmacotherapy (Prerequisite: Program Admission; BUSN 2300 or ALHS 1090) Introduces drug therapy with emphasis on safety, classification of drugs, their action, side effects, and/or adverse reactions. Also introduces the basic concept used in the administration of drugs. Topics include: introduction to pharmacology, sources and forms of drugs, drug classification, and drug effects on the body systems. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (T) HIMT 1400 Coding and Classification I – ICD Basic (Prerequisite: Program Admission, BIOL 2114 and BIOL 2114L and ALHS 1090 or BUSN 2300; Prerequisite: MAST 1120 Prerequisite/Corequisite: HIMT 1350) This course provides the student an introduction to Medical Coding & Classification of diseases, injuries, encounters, and procedures using standard applications of Medical Coding Guidelines to support reimbursement of healthcare services. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4. (F) HIMT 1410 Coding and Classification II – ICD Advanced (Prerequisite/Corequisite: HIMT 1400) This course is a continuation of HIMT 1400 (Coding and Classification I). This course provides the student with case studies for in-depth review of inpatient and outpatient record formats as found in current healthcare settings. Advanced coding skills and use of industry applications to apply coding and billing standards will be the focus to develop auditing and compliance strategies in the work setting. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (T) HIMT 2150 Healthcare Statistics (Prerequisite: MATH 1111; Corequisite: HIMT 2200) This course analyzes the study of methods and formulas used in computing and preparing statistical reports for health 331 care services and vital records. It also focuses on the study of methods and techniques used in presenting statistical data. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (T) HIMT 2200 Performance Improvement (Prerequisite: Program Admission; HIMT 1100) This course introduces the students to the peer review and the role health information plays in evaluating patient care. The course investigates the components of performance improvement programs in health care facilities, including quality assessment, utilization management, risk management, and critical clinical pathways. State and local standards are included as well as review of the federal government’s role in health care and accreditation requirements of various agencies. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (T) HIMT 2300 Healthcare Management (Prerequisite: Program Admission; HIMT 1100, HIMT 1200) This course will engage in the functions of a manager, planning, organizing, decision making, staffing, leading or directing, communication and motivating. Further study will include principles of authority/ responsibility, delegation and effective communication, organization charts, job descriptions, policies and procedures, employee motivation, discipline and performance evaluation. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (T) HIMT 2400 Coding and Classification III – CPT/ HCPCS (Prerequisite: HIMT 1400) This course provides an introduction to, and application of, codes using CPT/HCPCS system. Codes will be applied to workbook exercises, case studies, and actual outpatient charts. Codes will be assigned manually as well as by an encoder. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (T) HIMT 2410 Revenue Cycle Management (Prerequisite: HIMT 1400) This course focuses on how the revenue cycle is impacted by various departments within the facility such as patient access/registration, case management/quality review, health information management, and patient accounting. Subjects include insurance plans, medical necessity, claims processing, accounts receivable, chargemaster, DRGs, APCs, edits, auditing and review. ICD and CPT coding as they relate to the billing function will be reviewed. The importance of revenue cycle management for fiscal stability is emphasized. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab 2. Credit hours: 3. (T) HIMT 2460 Health Information Technology Practicum (Prerequisite: HIMT 1200, HIMT 1250; Prerequisite/Corequisite: HIMT 2400) This course will allow students to perform advanced functions of a health information management (HIM) department. Students will work in realistic work environments in either a traditional, non-traditional, or lab setting. Activities will include application of all HIMT coursework. The student will also learn professional skills to prepare them for employment in the HIM career field. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3. (T) HIST 1111 World History I (Prerequisite: Degree-level proficiency in English and reading; or ENGL 0098 and READ 0098) Emphasizes the study of intellectual, cultural, scientific, political, and social contributions of the civilizations of the world and the evolution of these civilizations during the period from the prehistoric era to 332 early modern times. Topics include the Prehistoric Era the Ancient Near East, Ancient India, Ancient China, Ancient Rome, Ancient Africa, Islam, the Americas, Japan, Ancient Greece, the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance. (Associate degree-level course.) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) HIST 1112 World History II (Prerequisite: Degree-level proficiency in English and reading; or ENGL 0098 and READ 0098) The course is a study of the intellectual, cultural, scientific, political, and social contributions of the civilizations of the world, and the evolution of these civilizations during the period from early modern times to the present. Topics include: transitions to the Modern World; scientific revolution and the Enlightenment; political modernization; economic modernization; imperialism; and the Twentieth Century. (Associate degree-level course.) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F) HIST 2111 U. S. History I (Prerequisite: Degree-level proficiency in English and reading; or ENGL 0098 and READ 0098) Emphasizes the study of U. S. History to1877 to include the post-Civil War period. The course focuses on the period from the Age of Discovery through the Civil War to include geographical, intellectual, political, economic and cultural development of the American people. It includes the history of Georgia and its constitutional development. Topics include colonization and expansion; the Revolutionary Era; the New Nation; nationalism, sectionalism, and reform; the Era of Expansion; and crisis, Civil War, and reconstruction. (Associate degree-level course.) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) HIST 2112 U. S. History II (Prerequisite: Degree-level proficiency in English and reading; or ENGL 0098 and READ 0098) Emphasizes the study of the social, cultural, and political history of the United States from 1865 to the beginning of the twenty-first century and will equip the student to better understand the problems and challenges of the contemporary world in relation to events and trends in modern American history. The course also provides an overview of the history of Georgia and the development of its constitution. Topics include the Reconstruction Period; the great West, the new South, and the rise of the debtor; the Gilded Age; the progressive movement; the emergence of the U.S. in world affairs; the Roaring Twenties; the Great Depression; World War II; the Cold War and the 1950’s; the 1960’s and 1970’s; and America since 1980.. (Associate degree-level course.) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (Su) HITC 1000 Introduction to Heathcare & Public Health in the U.S. (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course is a survey of how healthcare and public health are organized in the United States. The course also includes details of how public health services are delivered. Coverage includes public policy, relevant organizations and their interrelationships, professional roles, legal and regulatory issues, and payment systems. It also addresses recent health reform initiates in the US. Contact hours: Class – 2, Labe - 0. Credit hours: 2. (E) HITC 1005 Health Management Information Systems (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This theory based course is an introduction to a range of topics specific to healthcare and public health applications. Specific topics include health IT standards, health-related data Course Descriptions structures, software applications such as computerized order entry, clinical decision support and enterprise architecture for health care and public health organizations. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (E) HITC 1010 History of Health Information Technology in the U.S. (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course traces the development of IT systems in health care and public health, beginning with the experiments of the 1950s and 1960s and culminating in the HITECH act. Coverage includes health information exchange as a clinical and technology concept. The course also notes the importance of the introduction of the concept of meaningful use of electronic health records. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (E) HITC 1015 Planning Management & Leadership for Health IT (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course targets those preparing for leadership roles in Health IT settings. The course defines the basic principles of leadership and effective management of teams. Emphasis is on the leadership modes and styles best suited to IT deployment. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (E) HITC 1020 Introduction to Information and Computer Science (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course This course is designed for students without an IT background. It provides a basic overview of computer architecture; data organization, representation and structure; structure of programming languages; networking and data communication. It also includes basic terminology of computing and a critical overview of security. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (E) HITC 1025 The Culture of Healthcare (Prerequisite: Program Admission) For individuals not familiar with healthcare, this component addresses job expectations in healthcare settings. It discusses how care is organized within a practice setting, privacy laws, and professional and ethical issues encountered in the workplace. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 1. (E) HITC 1030 Terminology in Healthcare & Public Health Settings (Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course offers a brief overview and explanation of specific biological/medical terminology used by workers in healthcare and public health. This is NOT a course in data representation, standards or medical coding. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 1. (E) HITC 1040 Fund. Of Health Workflow Process Analysis & Design (Prerequisite/Corequisite: HITC 1000, HITC 1005, HITC 1010, HITC 1015; Students without medical background must also have completed or currently enrolled in: HITC 1025, HITC 1030; Students without IT background must have completed or be currently enrolled in HITC 1020) Fundamentals of health workflow process analysis and redesign is a critical component of complete practice automation. This course is an introduction to the analysis and redesign. It includes topics such as process analysis, mapping theory, acquiring clinical process knowledge, process validation and change management. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (E) HITC 1045 Quality Improvement (Prerequisite/ Corequisite: HITC 1000, HITC 1005, HITC 1010, HITC 1015) Introduces the concepts of health IT and practice workflow redesign as instruments of quality improvement. Addresses establishing a culture that supports increased quality and safety. Discusses approaches to assessing patient safety issues and implementing quality management and reporting through electronic systems. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (E) HITC 1050 Usability & Human Factors (Prerequisite/ Corequisite: HITC 1000, HITC 1005, HITC 1010, HITC 1015) The course is an introduction to the basic aspects of usability and human factors. Topics include rapid prototyping, user-centered design and evaluation, as well as usability. Students will learn to understand the effects of new technology and workflow on downstream processes. Course includes facilitation of a unit-wide focus group or simulation. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (E) HITC 1055 Networking & Health Information Exchange (Prerequisite/Corequisite: HITC 1000, HITC 1005, HITC 1010, HITC 1015) This course is an indepth analysis of data mobility including the hardware infrastructure (wires, wireless, and devices supporting them) the ISO stack, standards, Internet protocols, federations and grids. The NHIN is examined thoroughly as a nationwide approach to information exchange. Other approaches are also introduced. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (E) HITC 1060 Prof. & Customer Service in the Health Environment (Prerequisite/Corequisite: HITC 1000, HITC 1005, HITC 1010, HITC 1015) This course is an in depth survey of the skills necessary to communicate effectively across the full range of roles that will be encountered in healthcare and public health settings. Topics include customer service issues typical to healthcare IT, ethical, cultural, and regulatory issues that are important components in professionalism for this field. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (E) HITC 1065 Working in Teams (Prerequisite/ Corequisite: HITC 1000, HITC 1005, HITC 1010, HITC 1015) This course helps students understand the importance of and how to become team players. IT as well as healthcare is accomplished by teams but there are some fundamental role differences for healthcare IT. Students will learn to understand their team roles, the importance of communication, and the dynamics of group cohesion. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (E) HITC 1070 Introduction to Project Management (Prerequisite/Corequisite: HITC 1000, HITC 1005, HITC 1010, HITC 1015) This is an experiential course centered around a lecture survey of project management. This course will help students understand and become team players by understanding their roles, the importance of communication, and group cohesion. This course also surveys the basic fundamentals of project management, from selection to implementation, closure, and transition. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab 0. Credit hours: 2. (E) HITC 1075 Working in Health IT Systems (Prerequisite/Corequisite: HITC 1000, HITC 1005, HITC 1010; Students without medical background must also have completed or currently enrolled in: HITC 1025, 333 HITC 1030; Students without IT background must have completed or be currently enrolled in: HITC 1020) This is a lecture guided laboratory course. Students will work with simulated systems or real systems with simulated data. As they assume the role of practitioners using these systems, they will learn what is happening under the hood. The software will simulate threats to security and will underscore the need for standards, high levels of usability, and an understanding of errors. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 2. (E) HITC 1080 Public Health IT (Prerequisite/Corequisite: HITC 1000, HITC 1005, HITC 1010, HITC 1015) This class is designed to describe health IT careers and specific requirements and applications which are typical to public health agencies. The unit will provide an overview of specialized public health applications such as registries, epidemiological databases, biosurveillance, and situational awareness and emergency response. The course also includes information exchange issues specific to public health. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (E) HITC 1085 Installation & Maintenance of Health IT Systems (Prerequisite/Corequisite: HITC 1000, HITC 1005, HITC 1010, HITC 1015; students without medical background must also have completed or currently be enrolled in: HITC 1025, HITC 1030; Students without IT background must have completed or currently enrolled in: HITC 1020) This applied course gives instruction in installation and maintenance of health IT systems. Coverage includes pre-implementation testing as well as an introduction to the underlying principles of system configuration. Hands-on experiences in computer labs and on-site in health organizations, with differing experiences each offering, as community partners are available. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 2. (E) HITC 1090 Configuring EHRs (Prerequisite/ Corequisite: HITC 1000, HITC 1005, HITC 1010, HITC 1015; students without medical background must also have completed or currently be enrolled in: HITC 1025, HITC 1030; Students without IT background must have completed or currently enrolled in: HITC 1020) This course provides a practical experience with a laboratory component (utilizing the VistA for Education program). The course addresses basic approaches to assessing, selecting, and configuring EHRs to meet the specific needs of customers and end-users. Other practical experiences may be introduced at the discretion of the instructor. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 2. (E) HITC 1095 Special Topics Course on VendorSpecific Systems (Prerequisite/Corequisite: HITC 1000, HITC 1005, HITC 1010, HITC 1015; students without medical background must also have completed or currently be enrolled in: HITC 1025, HITC 1030; Students without IT background must have completed or currently enrolled in: HITC 1020) This course provides a lecture-guided overview of the most frequently adopted vendor systems. The course highlights, compares, and contrasts the features of each system as they relate to practical deployments. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (E) HITC 1099 Training and Instructional Design (Prerequisite/Corequisite: HITC 1000, HITC 1005, HITC 1010, HITC 1015) This course is an overview of basic 334 training and instructional design. Topics include: learning management systems, instructional design software tools, teaching techniques and strategies, evaluation of learner competencies, maintenance of training records, and measurement of training program effectiveness. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2. (E) HORT 1000 Horticulture Science (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Introduces the fundamentals of plant science and horticulture as a career field. Emphasis will be placed on an industry overview; plant morphology; plant physiology; environmental factors affecting horticulture practices; soil physical and chemical properties; fertilizer elements and analysis; and basic propagation techniques. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (E) HORT 1010 Woody Ornamental Plant Identification I (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Provides the basis for a fundamental understanding of the taxonomy, identification, and culture requirements of woody plants. Topics include: introduction to woody plants, classification of woody plants, and woody plant identification and culture requirements. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) HORT 1020 Herbaceous Plant Identification (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Emphasizes the identification, selection, and cultural requirements of herbaceous plants. Topics include: introduction to herbaceous plants, plant classification and nomenclature of herbaceous plants, herbaceous plant identification and culture requirements and seasonal color management. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) HORT 1030 Greenhouse Management (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course helps to prepare students for a career in the management of commercial greenhouses, conservatories and institutional greenhouses. Emphasis is placed on greenhouse construction; operation and management; regulating and controlling the environment; applying cultural practices as they affect plant physiological processes and influence plant growth and development; and management of a greenhouse business. Contact hours: Class - 2.5, Lab - 3.5. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) HORT 1041 Landscape Construction (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course develops fundamental skills in landscape construction with an emphasis on landscape grading, drainage, retaining walls, and pavements. Topics include workplace safety, site preparation, project layout, construction methods, sequencing, and managerial functions. Contact hours: Class – 2.5, Lab – 3.5. Credit hours: 4. (E) HORT 1050 Nursery Production and Management (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Develops skills necessary to propagate and produce both container and field grown nursery stock. Topics include: industry overview, facility design, propagation techniques and environment, field grown and container production, and managerial functions for nursery production. Contact hours: Class - 2.5, Lab - 3.5. Credit hours: 3. (F) HORT 1060 Landscape Design (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Introduces design principles, drawing skills, and plant selection techniques required to produce landscape plans for residential/commercial Course Descriptions clients. Topics include: landscape design principles, sketching and drawing skills, site analysis, plant and material selection, and landscape design process. Contact hours: Class - 2.5, Lab - 3.5. Credit hours: 4. (F, Sp) HORT 1070 Landscape Installation (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course helps develop skills needed to prepare an area for plant and vital non-plant materials as well as install the landscape items as intended by the designer. Topics include: Workplace safety, retaining wall construction, landscape paving, irrigation and drainage, plant installation, and managerial functions related to landscape installation. Contact hours: Class – 2.5, Lab – 3.5. Credit hours: 4. (E) HORT 1080 Pest Management (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course provides an introduction to the principles and mechanisms of integrated pest management across a diverse array of pests including insects, weeds, plant pathogens, nematodes and vertebrates. Specifically, the course will provide students with a fundamental and practical understanding of integrated pest management in a landscape setting with emphasis on pest identification and control; pesticide application safety; and legal requirements for state licensure. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) HORT 1100 Introduction to Sustainable Agriculture (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Introduces the fundamentals of small scale agriculture with a sustainable approach. Emphasis will be placed on an industry overview, history and foundation of sustainable practices, management and fertility of soils, pest management, and economic and marketing theory and practices. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F) HORT 1110 Small Scale Food Production (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Continues hands-on experience in food-crop production to be sold direct to the consumer, at farmers markets or CSA (Community Sponsored Agriculture). Topics include farm safety, farm design and development, propagation, production, harvesting, packaging, and marketing. Contact hours: Class - 2.5, Lab - 3.5. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) HORT 1120 Landscape Management (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course introduces cultural techniques required for proper landscape management with emphasis on practical application and managerial techniques. Topics include: landscape management, safe operation and maintenance of landscape equipment, and administrative functions for landscape managers. Contact hours: Class - 2.5, Lab - 3.5. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) HORT 1140 Horticulture Business Management (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course presents managerial techniques required for business success in a chosen horticultural field. All aspects of establishing and managing a small business will be addressed. Emphasis will be placed on strategic planning; financial management; marketing strategies; human resource management; and operations and administration. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (F) HORT 1150 Environmental Horticulture Internship (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Provides the student with practical experience in an actual job setting. This internship allows the student to become involved in on-the-job environmental horticulture applications that require practice and follow through. Topics include: work ethics, skills, and attitudes; demands of the horticulture industry; horticultural business management; and labor supervision. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab – 9. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) HORT 1160 Landscape Contracting (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Provides essential knowledge and skills in landscape contracting with emphasis on landscape business practices and principles, landscape bidding and estimating and managerial skills for the landscape business environment. Topics include: overview of landscape industry, landscape business principles and practices, landscape bidding and estimating and managerial skills for the landscape business environment. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab – 2. Credit hours: 3. (F, Su) HORT 1200 Arboriculture Science (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Introduces the fundamentals of tree management, establishment and assessment as a career field in the urban forestry environment. Topics include: tree structure and function, tree identification and selection, installation and establishment, tree management, trees and construction and tree worker safety. Contact hours: Class – 2.5, Lab – 3.5. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) HORT 1250 Plant Production and Propagation (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course provides instruction and hands-on experience in crop production with emphasis on the production of seasonal crops for the local areas and managerial skills involved with crop production. The technical principles of plant propagation focusing on hands-on application are introduced. Topics include cultural controls for propagation and production, insects and diseases, production and scheduling, methods of propagation (seed germination, rooting cuttings, layering, grafting, and budding, tissue culture), and propagation facilities construction. Contact hours: Class – 2.5, Lab – 3.5. Credit hours: 4. (Su) HORT 1310 Irrigation (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Provides students with exposure to the basic principles of hydraulics and fluidics. Special attention is given to watering plant materials in various soil and climatic conditions through the use of irrigation. Topics include: industry overview; fluidics and hydraulics; system design and installation. Contact hours: Class – 2.5, Lab – 3.5. Credit hours: 4. (Su) HORT 1330 Turfgrass Management (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) A study of turfgrass used in the southern United States. Topics include: industry overview, soil and soil modification; soil fertility; turf installation; turf maintenance, turf diseases, insects and weeds: and estimating costs on management practices. Contact hours: Class – 2.5, Lab – 3.5. Credit hours: 4. (Su) HORT 1410 Soils (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course introduces students to the basic fundamentals of soil science including: soil formation and classification; physical, chemical and biological 335 characteristics; soil fertility and productivity; and soil management and conservation practices. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (F, Sp) HORT 1420 Golf Course Design Construction and Management (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Introduces basic golf course design principles as well as construction and renovation activities and basic golf course maintenance practices. Topics include: introduction and history, golf course design principles, golf course construction and golf course maintenance. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) HORT 1430 Advanced Landscape Design (Prerequisite: HORT 1060) This course familiarizes students with approaches to garden and small outdoor space design. Students will examine various approaches to color and design theory relevant to designing gardens and outdoor spaces. Topics include history of design, landscape design principles and elements, sketching and drawing skills, design analysis, garden design styles, plant material selection and the development of a garden planting plan. Contact hours: Class – 2.5, Lab – 3.5. Credit hours: 4. (Sp, Su) HORT 1440 Landscape Grading and Drainage (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Allows students to become familiar with basic site grading procedures that promote proper site drainage. This course emphasizes a hands-on approach to grading using hand and machine-driven equipment. Topics include: overview of grading and drainage, topographic map reading and evaluation, basic surveying procedures and equipment usage, site analysis and drainage design and installation, grading equipment operation and safety and grading landscape areas. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4. (F) HORT 1500 Small Gas Engine Repair and Maintenance (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Provides instruction in basic small engine maintenance. Topics include: engine types; ignition systems; fuel systems; lubrication, filtration, and maintenance; and engine repair. Contact hours: Class – 2.5, Lab – 3.5. Credit hours: 4. (F) HORT 1560 Computer-Aided Landscape Design (Prerequisite: HORT 1060) Introduces computer aided landscape design techniques and used in landscape design projects. Emphasis is placed on practical application of landscape design processes through use of computer applications. Topics include: software commands; scale and layers operations; and drawing and design. Contact hours: Class – 2.5, Lab – 3.5. Credit hours: 4. (F, Sp) HORT 1680 Woody Plant Identification II (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Students will develop a systematic approach to proper classification, nomenclature, identification, culture and use of many different woody plant species suitable for the region. Topics include: principles of plant classification and nomenclature, identification traits of woody plants and identification, culture and use of woody landscape plant species. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2. (Su) HORT 1690 Horticulture Spanish (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) An introduction to the Spanish language and Latino culture as applied to green industry managers. Topics include: introductory conversational 336 Spanish with an emphasis on green industry vocabulary in the areas of Spanish verbs, nouns and grammar and understanding and appreciating aspects of Latino culture for more effective management. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) HORT 1700 Large Equipment Operation (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course will allow students to gain significant experience in the safe operation of horticulture equipment. Students will gain experience in the operation of tractors and attachments, skid- steer equipment, trenchers, landscape maintenance equipment and any other equipment relevant to the landscape industry. The course will combine lectures, demonstrations and lab activities on equipment use, operation and safety in the field. Contact hours: Class 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (Su) HORT 1720 Introductory Floral Design (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course introduces the basic concepts and practices of floral design. Topics include: introduction to floral design; principles and elements of design used in floral compositions; identification of commonly used floral materials; conditioning and storing cut flowers; mechanics and supplies of flower arranging; construction of basic geometric designs; and corsage construction. (Lab fee required) Contact hours: Class – 2.5, Lab – 3.5. Credit hours: 4. (F) HORT 1730 Advanced Floral Design (Prerequisite: HORT 1720) Advanced floral design theory; techniques and skills which enhances students’ ability to design with cut and dried floral materials with emphasis on party, wedding, sympathy and high-style floral designs. Contact hours: Class – 2.5, Lab – 3.5. Credit hours: 2. (Sp) HORT 1750 Interiorscaping (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Develops the skills in designing, installing, and maintaining interior plantings. Topics include: industry overview, environmental requirements, nutrient requirements, maintenance practices, plant disorders, design, and installation. Contact hours: Class – 2.5, Lab – 3.5. Credit hours: 4. (Su) HORT 1800 Urban Landscape Issues (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This c ourse introduces the concepts and principles of sustainable urban landscapes. By using these concepts the student will be able to create outdoor spaces that are not only functional and maintainable, but environmentally sound, cost effective and aesthetically pleasing. The design process is the first consideration, followed by implementation and maintenance, each with sustainability as a major consideration. The course will cover such topics as green roofs, water wise principles, rain gardens, pervious paving, LEED, erosion and sedimentation control and others. Contact hours: Class – 2. Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (F) HORT 2249 Flower Shop Management (Prerequisite: HORT 1720) Introduces the student to the development and operational procedures of a floral business. Emphasis will be on both traditional and high style design as a business. Topics include: overview of the floral industry and starting a floral business. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (Su) HORT 2500 Specialty Landscape Construction (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course is designed to introduce construction methods, materials, Course Descriptions and safety procedures related to the design and installation of specialty landscape features such as water features, lighting, and garden structures. Contact hours: Class – 2.5, Lab – 3.5. Credit hours: 4. (Su) HRTM 1100 Introduction to Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Provides the student with an overview of occupations in the hospitality industry. Emphasizes the various segments of each occupation and the interrelated responsibilities for customer service which exist across the hospitality industry. Topics include: development of the hospitality industry, food and beverage services, hotel services, meeting and convention services, management’s role in the hospitality industry, and hospitality industry trends. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab0. Credit hours: 3. (F, W, Sp) HRTM 1110 Travel Industry and Travel Geography (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Introduces students to the importance of the travel agent in the hospitality industry and provides an understanding of international, national, state, major cities and their points of interest to the travel customer. Emphasis is placed on career options, industry trends, travel documents, identifying why people travel and how geography is linked to their needs. Topics include: terminology, agency operations, travel reference guides, airline industry, other transportation modes, hotels and resorts, individual travel needs, travel and tourism careers, miscellaneous services, geographical and physical aspects of the Americas and Greenland, Europe, Middle East and Africa, Far East, Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands, and travel regulations and documents needed to travel internationally. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F) HRTM 1120 Tour and Cruise Management (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Provides students with an orientation to the duties and responsibilities of the tour operator and an overview of the cruise industry. The course also gives students an opportunity to gain the technical knowledge and skills needed to utilize computerized reservation and information systems. Emphasis is placed on the operator’s role in planning and conducting tours and cruises as well as accessing data bases and identifying options which satisfy customer’s needs. Topics include: planning individual tours, planning group tours, transportation arrangements, accommodation options, entertainment options, foreign country tours, and manager’s on-tour responsibilities the ship, living quarters, amenities, shipboard activities, and marketing, selling of cruises, agency computer hardware, computer reservation systems, automated travel information, back-room accounting, and trends in automated travel data systems. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F) focuses on the organization and management of lodging operations. It covers day-to-day operations of each department in a hotel and helps students to understand what seasoned managers do. Emphasis is placed on the rooms division. Topics include corporate structures, departmental responsibilities, hotel services and staff, decision making, and industry trends. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F) HRTM 1150 Event Planning (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course introduces students to event planning requirements. Topics include fundamentals of event planning; selecting event dates and venues; developing agendas, time lines, budgets, and contracts; marketing events, and facilitating events. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F) HRTM 1160 Food and Beverage Management (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Provides students with a study of food and beverage operations and management. Emphasis is placed on the successful operation of a food and beverage establishment. Topics include restaurants, owners, locations, and concepts; business plans, financing, and legal and tax matters; menus, kitchens, and purchasing; restaurant operations and management. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) HRTM 1201 Hospitality Marketing (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Introduces students to marketing techniques associated with hotel/restaurant/tourism fields with emphasis on identifying and satisfying needs of customers. Topics include: marketing introduction, research and analysis, marketing strategies, marketing plans, social media marketing, branding, positioning, sales and advertising. Because of the constant change in marketing strategies in the hospitality industry, this course will also focus on new marketing techniques that are being used in the hospitality industry. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) HRTM 1210 Hospitality Law (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Introduces the student to local, state, federal, and international laws which govern the hospitality industry. Emphasis is placed on creating a workplace where compliance with the law, adherence to ethical standards, and stressing security and loss prevention are the basis for every decision. Topics include civil law, the structure of hospitality enterprises, government agencies that impact the hospitality industry, preventative legal management, contracts, employee selection and management, duties and obligations to employees and guests, and crisis management. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) HRTM 1130 Business Etiquette and Communication (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course focuses on professionalism in a variety of business settings. Topics include professional image and conduct at work, telephone etiquette, table manners, oral and written communication skills, and diversity in the hospitality industry. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab 0. Credit hours: 3. (F) HRTM 1220 Supervision and Leadership in the Hospitality Industry (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This courses focuses on the principles of good supervision and leadership as they apply to dayto-day hospitality operations. Topics include recruiting, selection, orientation, compensation and benefits, motivation, teamwork, coaching, employee training and development, performance standards, discipline, employee assistance programs, health and safety, conflict management, communicating and delegating, and decision making and control. Contact hours: Class3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (T) HRTM 1140 Hotel Operations Management (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course HRTM 1230 Internship (Prerequisite: HRTM 1100) Introduces students to the application and 337 reinforcement of hotel/restaurant/travel operational principles, in an actual job placement or practicum experience. Students are acquainted with occupational responsibilities through realistic work situations and are provided with insights into management applications on the job. Topics include: problem solving, adaptability to the job setting, use of proper interpersonal skills, application of hotel/restaurant/travel management techniques, and professional development. The occupation-based instruction is implemented through the use of a practicum or internship and all of the following: written individualized training plans, written performance evaluation, and a required weekly seminar. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3. (E) HUMN 1101 Introduction to Humanities (Prerequisite: ENGL 1101) Explores the philosophic and artistic heritage of humanity expressed through a historical perspective on visual arts, music, and literature. The humanities provide insight into people and society. Topics include historical and cultural developments, contributions of the humanities, and research. Students experience on site art and artistic performances that go beyond the classroom. (Associate degree-level course.) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (E) IDFC 1007 Industrial Safety Procedures (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Provides an indepth study of the health and safety practices required for maintenance of industrial, commercial, and home electrically operated equipment. Topics include: introduction to OSHA regulations; safety tools, equipment, and procedures; and first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Contact hours: Class 1, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2. (E) IDFC 1011 Direct Current I (Corequisite: MATH 1012 or MATH 1013 or MATH 1111) Introduces direct current (DC) concepts and applications. Topics include: electrical principles and laws; batteries; DC test equipment; series, parallel, and simple combination circuits; and laboratory procedures and safety practices. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (F) IDSY 1100 Basic Circuit Analysis (Prerequisite: none) This course introduces direct current concepts and applications, alternating current theory and application of varying sine wave voltages and current, and the physical characteristics and applications of solid state devices. Topics include, but are not limited to, electrical laws and principles, magnetism, series, parallel, and simple combination circuits, inductance and capacitance, diodes and amplifiers, and semiconductor fundamentals. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 5. (E) IDSY 1110 Industrial Motor Controls I (Prerequisite: none) This course introduces the fundamental concepts, principles, and devices involved in industrial motor controls, theories and applications of single and three-phase motors, wiring motor control circuits, and magnetic starters and braking. Topics include, but are not limited to, motor theory and operating principles, control devices, symbols and schematic diagrams, NEMA standards, Article 430 NEC and preventative maintenance and troubleshooting. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 4. (E) INDS 338 1100 Interior Design Fundamentals (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading; Prerequisite/Corequisite: none) Emphasizes the fundamentals of design. Topics include: The Design Process, Interior Space Planning Concepts, the Principles and Elements of Design, Furniture Arrangements and Traffic Patterns, Special Needs, Introduction to Green Design and Career Exploration. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 4. (F) INDS 1105 Faux & Decorative Painting I (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading or ENGL 0097 and READ 0097) This course focuses on introductory techniques used to produce fantasy finishes on furniture and interior walls. Topics include: History of faux finishes, color mixing, technology of paint, materials usage and specific issues related to wall glazing, ragging, sponging, strie, wood graining, textured granite, stones and many other current and ancient techniques. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 7. Credit hours: 4. (F) INDS 1110 Faux & Decorative Painting II (Prerequisite: INDS 1105) This course focuses on techniques used to produce faux and fantasy finishes on furniture and walls. Topics include: business practices of the professional faux artist, color, designing with painted finishes, and advanced finish techniques. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 7. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) INDS 1115 Technical Drawing for Interior Designers (Prerequisite/Corequisite: INDS 1100) Emphasizes familiarization and skills in reading, production methods and interpreting construction drawings and graphic standards and introduces the application of drawing techniques used in interior design. Topics include: The role of working drawings, dimensioning practices, drawing representation methods, print reading, schedules and specifications, alphabet of lines, architectural style, geometric shapes, floor plan layouts, interior elevations, and interior pictorials. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 4. (Sp, Su) INDS 1120 Codes and Building Systems for Interiors (Prerequisite/Corequisite: FYES 1000) Emphasizes familiarization with interior construction and service systems for interiors. Topics include: interior and exterior construction systems, building materials, construction documents, codes, sustainable building techniques and coordination with generalists and installers. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F) INDS 1125 Lighting Technologies for Interiors (Corequisite: INDS 1115) Provides basic knowledge of vision as affected by light, color, texture, and form. Introduces the basic principles of lighting design including criteria, calculations, planning, and layout. Topics include: lighting technology, lighting analysis, residential and contract lighting, lighting design, and lighting applications. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2. (F) INDS 1130 Materials and Resources (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading, Corequisite: INDS 1100) Emphasizes the background knowledge necessary for selection of interior finishes for walls, floors (textile and non-textile), ceilings and other non-textile components needed in interior environments. Topics include: selection criteria and resourcing for interiors, documentation, specification Course Descriptions and code compliance for finish applications. Contact hours: Class - 4, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 4. (F, Sp) INDS 1135 Textiles for Interiors (Prerequisite: INDS 1100; Corequisite: FYES 1000) Emphasizes the background knowledge necessary for the selection of natural and man-made textile finishes and materials needed in interior environments. Topics include: selection and resourcing for interiors, documentation and specification for selected textiles in design applications. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3. (Sp) INDS 1145 CAD Fundamentals for Interior Design (Prerequisite: FYES 1000, INDS 1115; Corequisite: MATH 1012 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1111) Introduces basic computer language and application of computers to the field of interior design. Topics include: introduction to CAD commands and applications, techniques of setting up a drawing, use of layering, execution of commands. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 7. Credit hours: 3. (Su) INDS 1150 History of Interiors and Architecture (Corequisite: FYES 1000) Emphasis is on historical foundations of furniture and architecture from the Ancient through the Renaissance. Topics include: historical architectural and furniture concepts, classical orders, furniture and architectural terminology, furniture and architectural construction and materials, and historic design development. Contact hours: Class - 4, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 4. (Sp, Su) INDS 1155 History of Interiors and Architecture II (Prerequisite: INDS 1150) Emphasis is on historical foundations of furniture and architecture from the Baroque to the present. Topics include: historical architectural and furniture concepts, furniture and architectural terminology, furniture and architectural construction and materials and historic design development. Contact hours: Class - 4, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 4. (Su) INDS 1160 Interiors Seminar (Corequisite: INDS 1100) Emphasizes professional development through career resources and artistic exploration. Topics include: Informational Interviewing, networking, cultural development, and artistic exploration. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3. (F) INDS 1170 Interiors Internship (Prerequisite: INDS 1100, INDS 1115; Corequisites: INDS 1130, 1145, 1150) Provides students with in-depth application and reinforcement of interiors and employability principles in an actual job setting. This internship allows the student to become involved in intensive on-the-job interiors applications that require full-time concentration, practice, and follow through. The interiors internship is implemented through the use of written individualized training plans, written performance evaluations, required seminars, a required student project, and lab activities. Topics include: application of interiors principles; problem solving; adaptability to job setting; use of proper interpersonal skills; development of constructive work habits and appropriate work ethic, with consideration of factors such as confidentiality; and concentrated development of productivity and quality job performance through practice. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3. (Su) INDS 1175 Kitchen and Bath Internship (Prerequisite: INDS 1115, INDS 1130; Prerequisite/Corequisite: INDS 2505) This course provides students with in-depth application and reinforcement of kitchen and bath employability principles through working in an industry position approved by the instructor. This internship allows students to become involved in intensive kitchen and/or bath industry experience that requires full- time concentration, practice, and follow through. The kitchen and bath internship is implemented through the use of orientation held online, written performance evaluations, and mentor/sponsor site activities. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 12. Credit hours: 4. (Su) INDS 2210 Design Studio I (Prerequisite: INDS 1125, INDS 1130, INDS 1135; Corequisite: INDS 1145, MATH 1012 or MATH 1100 or MATH 1111) Introduces current generation technology for use in design presentations. Topics include: Technological communications used within the design profession. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 3. (F) INDS 2215 Design Studio II (Prerequisite: INDS 1125, INDS 1130, INDS 1135 and INDS 1145; Corequisite: INDS 1150, INDS 2210) Provides students with long and short term projects which address real-life design situations and requires competence in solving design problems with an emphasis on residential design. Topics include: application of the principles and elements of design, space planning, materials selections, graphic presentation, project documentation and delivery, client presentation techniques. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab 5. Credit hours: 3. (F) INDS 2230 Design Studio III (Prerequisite: INDS 2210; Corequisite: INDS 1155) Provides students with long and short term projects which address real-life design situations and begins to develop competence in solving residential and commercial design problems. This course continues the studio experiences of INDS 2215, Design Studio II. Topics include: Application of the principles and elements of design, space planning, materials selection, graphic presentation, project documentation and implementation, client presentation techniques. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 3. (Su) INDS 2240 Business Practices for Design Professionals (Prerequisite: Program Director Approval, INDS 1115, INDS 1120 and INDS 1130) Capstone class utilizing all skills, knowledge, and techniques required for successful business practices in the design industry. Topics include: Professional Skill Development, Business Development Strategies, Establishing Successful Client Relationships, Resources and Service Providers, and a Portfolio Exhibit. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 5. (Sp) INDS 2500 Basic Residential Kitchen & Bath Design (Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English and reading or ENGL 0097 and READ 0097; Prerequisite/Corequisite: FYES 1000) This course provides the student with the opportunity to learn the special considerations necessary to design and plan kitchens and baths. Topics include the study of the basic principles of kitchen/bath design and planning, proper function and layout, universal design, accurate measuring techniques, appliance, plumbing, and cabinet principles. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 4. (F) 339 INDS 2505 Advanced Kitchen & Bath Design (Prerequisite: INDS 1120, INDS 2500; Prerequisite/ Corequisite: INDS 1115, INDS 2510) This course provides the student with advanced knowledge in the design of kitchens and baths. The study and application of the National Kitchen and Bath Association’s Guidelines of Planning Standards and Safety Criteria for residential kitchens and bathrooms including Universal Design concepts will be covered. Topics include the use of building codes, safety criteria, universal and accessibility criteria, theme and historical design, and ergonomics. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab – 2. Credit hours: 4. (F) INDS 2510 Kitchen and Bath Solutions Thru Technology (Prerequisite: INDS 1120, INDS 2500; Prerequisite/Corequisite: INDS 1115, INDS 2505) This course provides advanced skills necessary to design and present kitchen and bath solutions through the use of current industry software applications. Project designs will be done completely on computer. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 10. Credit hours: 4. (Su) INDS 2515 Kitchen and Bath Studio (Prerequisite: INDS 1115, INDS 1120, INDS 1130, INDS 2510; Prerequisite/Corequisite: INDS 2505, 2510) This course develops advanced skills necessary to design kitchen and bath solutions using the NKBA standards and guidelines where applicable. Projects will include the complete documentation, specification, and job estimates needed to implement the design. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 4. (Sp) LOGI 1000 Business Logistics (Prerequisite: Program Admission) Provides a general knowledge of current management practices in logistics management. The focuses of the course will be on planning, organizing, and controlling of these activities, key elements for successful management in any organization. The course will also introduce student to Transport, Inventory, and Location strategies, Customer Service Goals and Organization and Control. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F) LOGI 1010 Purchasing (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Provides a general knowledge of purchasing for today’s Supply Chains. The student will be introduced to Cross-functional teaming, Purchasing and Supply Performance, Supplier Integration into new Product Development, Supplier Development, Strategic Cost Management and Total Ownership Cost (TOC), and many other topics. This course along with other Supply Chain based courses will give the student the foundation needed to make a difference in obtaining low costs, quality products for their organizations. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3. (F) LOGI 1020 Materials Management (Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) This course will introduce students to materials Management by learning the planning production process, master scheduling, materi
