118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ
CATALOG
2010-2011
www.raritanval.edu
This publication is neither a contract nor an offer to make a contract. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information herein, the College reserves
the right to make changes at any time with respect to course offerings, degree requirements, services provided, cost of attendance, or any other subject. The information
herein is provided solely for the convenience of the reader, and the College expressly disclaims any liability that may otherwise be incurred. This publication contains
information valid as of April 1, 2010. For updated information, visit www.raritanval.edu
MISSION STATEMENT
Raritan Valley Community College is an educational community that works to develop critical
thinking, foster intellectual curiosity, promote leadership, encourage social responsibility, support
personal growth, and sustain engaged citizenship within a diverse population of students and
community members.
CORE VALUES
• RVCC is an open admission institution with high standards and excellent support services.
• RVCC serves as an important center for our community.
• RVCC participates as a reliable partner with the region's K-12 schools to support active learning
and college readiness.
• RVCC must provide support for student success, but students are responsible for their own
achievements.
• The College values the diversity of our communities as a resource that strengthens the institution.
• The College is accountable for the prudent use of all its resources and seeks transparency in all
its operations.
• The College measures its success against national models and standards.
• The College commits to environmentally sustainable practices.
• Educational programs must be affordable.
• A healthy college community depends on integrity and respect.
• The best college decisions are made on a learning-centered foundation.
• Learning is a lifelong endeavor.
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CONTENTS
Mission Statement and Core Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
General Information About the College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Admission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Student Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Academic Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Tuition & Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Refunds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
High School Outreach Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Transfer to Other Colleges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
University Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Online Services & Educational Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Student Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Educational Support Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Academic Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Academic Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
General Education Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Academic Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Course Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Administration, Faculty and Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Campus Map & Directions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
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GENERAL INFORMATION
ABOUT THE COLLEGE
Raritan Valley Community College is a comprehensive twoyear college that offers more than 90 associate degrees and
certificates. Information about RVCC can be found by visiting
its website at www.raritanval.edu.
The College’s distinguished faculty hold advanced degrees
and have broad experience in their fields. Class size is small and
students have easy access to excellent facilities, including the
state-of-the-art Science Center and West Building, The Theatre,
and The Conference Center.
The student population is approximately 7,800 each semester,
which includes about 4,000 full-time students. In addition,
approximately 9,500 students of all ages and backgrounds
enroll in non-credit courses, customized training programs,
youth programs and more through Corporate and Continuing
Education.
Financial support from Hunterdon and Somerset counties, and
from the State, enables the College to offer the highest quality
education at a relatively low cost.
Close to 1,000 courses are offered each semester in day,
evening and weekend sessions and online. Programs of study
include career programs that are designed to prepare students
for entry-level positions and transfer programs that prepare
students for transfer to baccalaureate programs.
Comprehensive student support services, including tutoring,
counseling, and transfer and career advisement, are available to
all students.
A wide variety of non-credit courses, seminars, workshops
and customized training for business and industry are offered
through Corporate and Continuing Education.
The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College offers the
best in dance, music, theater and children’s programming yearround.
Physical Facilities
The College's Main Campus is located on a 240-acre site in
Branchburg, Somerset County, New Jersey. In addition to classrooms and laboratories, the Main Campus houses a Theatre,
library, swimming pool, gymnasium, fitness center, planetarium, cafeteria, and learning resource center.
Visit the College, or call for more information at (908) 526-1200.
Mannheimer Welcome Center: (908) 231-8819
Student Enrollment Center:
(908) 218-8864
Admissions:
(908) 253-6688
Corporate and Continuing
Education:
(908) 218-8874
The Theatre Box Office:
(908) 725-3420
Mailing Address:
118 Lamington Road
Branchburg, NJ 08876-1265
Internet Address:
www.raritanval.edu
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In support of its mission to make higher education as accessible as possible to the residents of the communities it serves, the
College also offers selected courses and programs at a growing
number of off-campus locations. Current off-campus sites are
the following:
• Bound Brook
111 West Union Avenue
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
• Bridgewater
14 Vogt Drive
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
• Franklin
415 Francis Street
Somerset, NJ 08873
For further information regarding any of these sites, contact:
Jose Olivares
Director of Community Outreach
(908) 253-6688
jolivare@raritanval.edu
In partnership with area high school, the College also offers
dual enrollment opportunities for concurrently enrolled high
school students. Through this program, high school students
meeting appropriate academic requirements take courses on
their local high school campus and earn academic credit that
simultaneously fulfills high school graduation requirements and
RVCC Associate degree requirements. Concurrent enrollment
opportunities are currently available for students attending the
following high schools:
Bound Brook
Bridgewater-Raritan
Franklin
Hunterdon Central
Hunterdon Polytech
North Hunterdon
Manville
Montgomery
Somerset County Vocational/Technical
Voorhees
For further information regarding concurrent high school
enrollment, contact:
Tarana Baldwin
Director of Academic Program Outreach
(908) 526-8557
tbaldwin@raritanval.edu
History
Founded on November 16, 1965, as Somerset County College
by resolution of the Somerset County Board of Freeholders, the
College was officially established April 5, 1966, by the
appointment of a nine-member Board of Trustees. The College
became the state’s first bi-county college in 1987, when
Hunterdon County and Somerset County agreed to share in the
sponsorship of the College. Located in Somerset County, one
mile from the Hunterdon border, the College is ideally situated
to serve the two thriving counties.
Somerset County College opened its doors to 229 students on
September 12, 1968 at its temporary home: Green Brook High
School. In May of 1970, the first commencement was held for
75 graduates.
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In July of 1968, the College found a permanent home with the
purchase of a 240-acre site in North Branch. With the first phase
of construction underway, an interim facility was built - the
current Arts Building - to house all College operations. In
September 1973, students finally moved into new, permanent
facilities that included the current Hunterdon Hall and Somerset
Hall buildings. The second phase of construction was
completed in 1975, adding to the complex a new College Center
- including the dining hall, bookstore, counseling, Student
Activities area - and a Physical Education building featuring a
full gymnasium, fitness center and swimming pool. The campus
continued to grow with the opening in 1985 of a new library and
1,000-seat Theatre.
The College's major redefining moment came in November
1986, when freeholders from Hunterdon and Somerset
approved co-sponsorship of the College. The first bi-county
college in the state, Somerset County College was officially
renamed "Raritan Valley Community College" in July 1987.
With the merger and new name, the College continued to
expand. March 1990 marked the official opening of the 100seat Planetarium. As part of the College's 25th anniversary
celebration in 1993, the library was named to honor founding
trustee Evelyn S. Field, and the Theatre was named for
founding trustee Edward Nash.
In June 1993, a Child Care Center opened to serve the
children of RVCC students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
The Center for Advanced Teaching and Technology, which
opened in 1994, brought multimedia resources into the
classroom via fiber optics, enabling RVCC to become the first
community college in the state to offer the new classroom
technology. Four years later, the state-of-the-art Conference
Center opened, serving as a conduit to bring the corporate and
academic communities together.
Recent additions to the College complex include the Institute
for Holocaust and Genocide Resource Center and the Paul
Robeson Institute for Ethics, Leadership and Social Justice. In
September 2002, the Christine Todd Whitman Science Center
opened. The state-of-the-art facility houses the biology,
biotechnology, chemistry, physics and engineering laboratories,
as well as a lecture hall that provides interactive centers for
teaching using technology. An Academic Support Center
opened in September 2005, enabling students who need extra
help in such areas as math, writing or science to find everything
they need in one centralized location at the College. The West
Building opened in Fall 2007. The 18-classroom building
houses the Computer Science department. In a far-reaching
effort to enhance workforce training programs for Somerset
County residents while reducing administrative costs by sharing
services, in July 2010 RVCC assumed administration of all
post-secondary programs previously offered by the Somerset
County Technology Institute (SCTI) in Bridgewater.
From its early days in Green Brook High School to today,
Raritan Valley Community College is constantly expanding and
improving to meet the changing educational needs of Somerset
and Hunterdon county residents.
Accreditation
Raritan Valley Community College is accredited by
the Commission on Higher Education, Middle States
Association of Colleges and Schools, 3624 Market Street,
Philadelphia, PA 19104, (215) 662-5606. The following
College programs are accredited: Nursing - National League for
Nursing; Ophthalmic Science - Commission on Opticianry
Accreditation; and Health Information Technology - CAHIIM,
the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and
Information Management Education. The Paralegal Studies
Program is approved by the American Bar Association. Raritan
Valley Community College is licensed to operate and to award
associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates by the New Jersey
Commission of Higher Education.
All accreditation documents are housed in the Office of the
President. Copies of these documents are available for review
during regular business hours.
Affirmative Action and Compliance Statement
Raritan Valley Community College is firmly committed to a
policy of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, and will
implement the policy to assure that the benefits, services,
activities, programs and employment opportunities offered at
the institution are available to all persons regardless of race,
creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital status,
religion, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identification
and expression, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait,
genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of
the United States, or disability, and in accordance with the state
and Federal Laws: Title IX, Title VII, Civil Rights Act of 1964;
Executive Order 11246, as amended; Title IX, Educational
Amendments of 1972; section 503 and 504, Rehabilitation Act
of 1973, as amended; Veteran’s Assistance Act of 1972; as
amended. Inquiries regarding compliance with Civil Rights
Laws may be directed to the Human Resources Office, (908)
526-1200, extension 8345.
Membership
Raritan Valley Community College is a member of:
• The American Council on Education
• The Association of Governing Boards
• American Association of Community Colleges
• The New Jersey Association of Colleges & Universities
• The Association for Continuing Higher Education
• The National League of Nursing
• National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development
(NISOD)
• Alliance Members of League of Innovation
• New Jersey Virtual Community College Consortium
• American Mathematical Association of Two-Year Colleges
• National Association of Developmental Education (NADE)
Americans with Disabilities Act
If you require special accommodations, contact the
Coordinator of Disability Services at (908) 526-1200, extension
8418. For additional information, check the RVCC website.
Raritan Valley Community College fully complies with the
regulations and stipulations of the Americans with Disabilities
Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,
as amended. No student or employee may be discriminated
against based upon a disability.
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Distance Learning
RVCC offers 125 online and hybrid courses, including almost
50 general education courses. Hybrid courses, where class time
is divided between traditional classroom or lab activities and
online instruction, combine the convenience of online courses
with the personal attention of classroom interaction.
RVCC offers the following degree programs entirely online:
• A.A. in Liberal Arts
• A.S. in Business Administration
• A.S. in Management Information Systems
• Certificate in CPA Education Requirement
In addition, at least 85 percent of the courses are offered
online for the following degree programs:
• A.A. in Business Liberal Arts
• A.A. in Criminal Justice
• A.A. in English
• A.A. in Liberal Arts-Communication Studies
• A.A. in Liberal Arts-Social Science Option
• A.S. in Health Science
• A.S. in Science and Mathematics-Computer Science
• A.S. in Mathematics
• A.A.S. in Accounting
• A.A.S. in Business Management
• A.A.S. in Marketing
• A.A.S. in Health Information Technology
• Certificate in Corrections
• Certificate in Health Information Technology-Medical
Coding
Academic Departments
RVCC offers the following nine Academic Departments:
Business & Public Service
Third Floor, Hunterdon Hall
Ellen J. Lindemann, Chair
(908) 526-1200, extension 8878
Communication & Languages
Second Floor, Somerset Hall
S. Laurie Reynolds, Chair
(908) 526-1200, extension 6698
Computer Science
West Building
Steven Schwartz, Chair
(908) 526-1200, extension 8969
English
Third Floor, Somerset Hall
Christine Pipitone-Herron, Chair
(908) 526-1200, extension 8816
Health Science Education
Second Floor, Hunterdon Hall
Patrice Case, Chair
(908) 526-1200, extension 8877
Humanities, Social Science & Education
Third Floor, Somerset Hall
Kimberly Schirner, Chair
(908) 526-1200, extension 8816
Mathematics
Second Floor, Somerset Hall
Patti Hulsen, Chair
(908) 526-1200, extension 6698
Science & Engineering
Whitman Science Center
Margaret Czerw, Chair
(908) 526-1200, extension 8817
Visual and Performing Arts
Arts Building
Ann Tsubota, Chair
(908) 526-1200, extension 8876
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ADMISSION
All students attending Raritan Valley Community College
(RVCC) for the first time must apply for admission, in order to
create a student record. All students who have attended RVCC
in the past, but have either graduated or been inactive at RVCC
for more than three years, must apply for readmission, in order
to reactivate and update the student record. Students from other
countries who are in the United States as permanent residents or
under work dependent visas will follow the same admission
requirements as U.S. citizens.
Admission to RVCC does not imply admission to a specific
program that has additional admission requirements (please
consult the program description for details on those
requirements). Students are admitted to RVCC without regard
to race, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation, national
origin, ancestry or gender.
How to Apply for Admission
Applications for admission are available online at
www.raritanval.edu. They can be entered online or submitted to
the Student Enrollment Center in person, by fax to (908) 7043442, or by mail to Student Enrollment Center, PO Box 3300,
Somerville, New Jersey 08876. A non-refundable application
fee of $25 is required ($225 for International Students with an
F-1 or M-1 visa).
Once submitted, applications are processed on an ongoing
basis. Students who apply should receive an admissions packet,
mailed out within 7-10 business days. The packet will contain
an RVCC Student ID number, Lion's Den password and
important instructions for enrollment.
Admission to RVCC activates the student access to the online
portal for student records, registration, bill payment, and other
student services. After students have registered for their first
semester, access to the RVCC computer network and Lion's
Den e-mail, is activated. Please note that the Lion's Den email
is the official communication of the college and sends all
important announcements , including bills and grade reports, to
students. All students must become familiar with their RVCC
Student ID number, initial password and password
maintenance, and procedures for accessing Lion's Den and
Lion's Den e-mail.
Admission Categories
An applicant will be admitted or readmitted to RVCC under
one of the following student categories. See instructions below
to proceed following admission.
• First-Time College Student
• Transfer Student
• Returning Student
• Visiting Student/Non-Degree Student*
• Early Admission Student
• International Student
*Applicants who are not pursuing a degree or certificate at
RVCC are not required to submit proof of immunization, official
high school or college transcripts, or complete placement
testing, unless required as proof of meeting course
prerequisite(s). Non-degree students are limited to nine credits
per semester and are not eligible for Financial Aid.
First-Time College Student This category is for students
who never attended college before. Students admitted as First
Time College Students must:
• Complete placement testing, if required (see Placement
Testing section).
• Submit official final high school transcript or GED score
report (not required of applicants 25 years or older unless
required for a specific degree program).
• Full-time students: Sign up online for R.O.A.R.S.*
• Part-time students: Sign up online for R.O.A.R.S.; register
online through the Lion's Den Student Services tab, by mail,
fax, or in person; or come to Advising & Counseling
Services for advising.
Some developmental English, math and/or English as a
Second Language (ESL) placements will create "holds" that will
not permit online registration. Most will allow for registration
in person, by mail or by fax; however, some may require a
meeting with an Academic Advisor.
• Pay tuition and fees; obtain a bill and the payment due dates
online through the Lion's Den Student Services tab. To apply
for financial aid, go to www.fafsa.ed.gov to submit an
application.
* Raritan Orientation, Advising and Registration Session
(ROARS) is a half day session that incorporates interacting with
new and current RVCC students; learning about student clubs
and organizations; understanding RVCC policies, procedures
and expectations; considering transfer and career options;
discovering options to pay for college; navigating the campus
and registering for classes for the first semester. This allinclusive program is a crucial first step towards academic
success. Parents/families are welcome to attend.
Transfer Student This category is for students who have
previously attended another college or university. Students
admitted as Transfer Students must:
• Complete placement testing, if required (see Placement
Testing section).
• Submit official transcript(s) from all previous college(s).
Students who attended a foreign institution are required to
submit an official evaluation from an evaluation service
recognized by the National Association of Credential
Evaluation Services if they seek a transfer of credits.
• If students have earned less than 12 college credits, an
official final high school transcript or GED score report must
be submitted.
• Sign up online for R.O.A.R.S.* or register for classes online
through the Lion's Den Student Services tab, by mail, fax, or
in person; or come to the Student Enrollment Center for
advising- please bring an unofficial copy of your
transcript(s).
• Pay tuition & fees; obtain a bill and the payment due dates
online through the Lion's Den Student Services tab. To apply
for financial aid, go to www.fafsa.ed.gov to submit an
application.
* Raritan Orientation, Advising and Registration Session
(R.O.A.R.S.) is a half day session that incorporates interacting
with new and current RVCC students; learning about student
clubs and organizations; understanding RVCC policies,
procedures and expectations; considering transfer and career
options; discovering options to pay for college; navigating the
campus and registering for classes for the first semester. This
all-inclusive program is a crucial first step towards academic
success. Parents/families are welcome to attend.
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Returning Student This category is for students who
previously attended RVCC and graduated or have not attended
in more than three years. Students admitted as Returning
Students must:
• Complete placement testing, if required (see Placement
Testing section).
• Submit official final high school transcript or GED score
report, if not previously submitted (not required of
applicants 25 years or older unless required for a specific
degree program).
• Submit official transcript(s) from all previous college(s).
Students who attended a foreign institution are required to
submit an official evaluation from an evaluation service
recognized by the National Association of Credential
Evaluation Services if they seek a transfer of credit.
• Register for classes online through the Lion's Den Student
Services tab, by mail, fax, or in person or come to the
Student Enrollment Center for advising.
• Pay tuition & fees; obtain a bill and the payment due dates
online through the Lion's Den Student Services tab. To apply
for financial aid, go to www.fafsa.ed.gov to submit an
application.
Students will not need to submit new documentation if the
above requirements have been met from their previous
attendance here or unless otherwise requested.
Visiting Student This category is for students who are visiting
from another college with the intent to transfer credits back to
their home institution. Students admitted as Visiting Students
must:
• Register for classes online through the Lion's Den Student
Services tab, by mail, fax, or in person. Provide a college
transcript or grade report for proof of fulfilled prerequisite
requirements.
• Pay tuition & fees; obtain bill and payment due dates online
through the Lion's Den Student Services tab. To apply for
financial aid, go to www.fafsa.ed.gov to submit an
application.
Early Admission This category is for students under the age
of 18 who do not possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Students can be admitted under one of three Early Admission
categories:
• High School Scholar Early Credits Program for high school
juniors or seniors who enroll in an RVCC course;
• Underage Admission for students who have officially
withdrawn from high school and/or are under the age of 16;
• Concurrent Enrollment Program for students enrolled in an
RVCC courses taught through a partnership arrangement at
the high school.
Application to the Concurrent Enrollment Program is through
the participating high school. To apply as a High School Scholar
Early Credits Student or Underage Admission Student:
1. Obtain the appropriate Early Admission Application and
registration forms from www.raritanval.edu, Quick Links:
Admission. Complete the forms and obtain required approvals
from high school principal or guidance office.
2. Bring the forms, a high school transcript and the $25
application fee to a meeting with an Academic Advisor. Check
www.raritanval.edu, QuickLinks: Advising & Counseling, for
hours.
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International Student This category of admission is for
students who are non-citizens who wish to attend RVCC under
an F-1 or M-1 visa. International Students must:
• Obtain a form I-20 from the college prior to applying for a
visa or registration. A full paper application for admission is
required, with the nonrefundable international application
fee of $225.
• Submit a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or
IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
score with a minimum score of: TOEFL computer - 173;
TOEFL internet - 61; TOEFL paper - 500; IELTS - 5.
Information on necessary documentation and procedures can
be obtained from www.raritanval.edu, Quick Links: Advising &
Counseling, then "International Students"; or by emailing
iss@raritanval.edu.
Provisional Admission Students who do not submit all
admission requirements at the time of applying will be admitted
as provisional students. Provisional Students will be allowed to
register for the first semester, but must complete all admissions
requirements and be fully admitted before being permitted to reenroll for a subsequent semester. Students who are
provisionally admitted may not be eligible for financial aid.
Immunization Requirements
Prior to registration, all full-time students must comply with
the State of New Jersey requirement for immunization by
providing:
Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR)
• Proof of 2 doses of vaccinations against MMR (vaccination
administered after 1968, on or after first birthday, and a
second dose administered no less than one month after the
first dose) or;
• Proof of birth before 1-1-1957 (driver's license, passport, or
birth certificate) or;
• A signed statement explaining how the administration of an
immunizing agent conflicts with the student's religious
beliefs
Hepatitis B
• Proof of 3 doses of vaccinations against Hepatitis B or;
• Laboratory blood tests that demonstrate immunity for
Hepatitis B
• A signed statement explaining how the administration of an
immunizing agent conflicts with the student's religious
beliefs
*Applicants who are not pursuing a degree or certificate at
RVCC are not required to submit proof of immunization. Nondegree students are limited to nine credits per semester and are
not eligible for Financial Aid.
Placement Testing
Degree-seeking students are required to take placement tests
for English and mathematics prior to enrolling at RVCC for the
first time. Placement testing may also be required to meet
course prerequisites or upon completion of a certain number of
credit units.
Students do not need to take English placement tests if they:
• Present proof of having earned credit for a college-level
English course, having taken an equivalent English
placement exam, or having earned at least 24 credits at
another regionally accredited college or university, or
• Provide an SAT score report showing a critical reading score
of at least 540 or an ACT English score of at least 24.
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Students do not need to take the mathematics placement test
if they:
• Present proof of having earned credit for a college-level
mathematics course or having taken an equivalent mathematics
placement exam at another regionally accredited college or
university, or
• Provide an SAT score report showing a Mathematics score
of at least 500 (or an ACT Mathematics score of at least 21).
Students with SAT or ACT scores in this range are encouraged
to take the RVCC mathematics placement test for possible
placement into higher level mathematics courses.
Students whose native language is not English are required to
take the placement test for English as a Second Language.
Students who place beyond English as a Second Language
(ESLS) courses must take the English and mathematics
placement tests in accordance with the placement testing
guidelines above. Students who place into ESLS
Reading/Writing and Grammar courses at level 4 or higher may
take the mathematics placement test and may enroll in selected
mathematics courses in addition to their ESLS courses.
Students who place into ESLS courses below level 4 may
register only for ESLS courses.
English and Mathematics Course Placement
Students who have taken the SAT Test or the ACT Test will
be placed into RVCC English and Mathematics courses
according to the following table:
Test
Minimum Score
RVCC Course
Placement
SAT English
Critical Reading
ACT English
540
SAT Mathematics
500-529
SAT Mathematics
530-549
SAT Mathematics
550 or higher
English I
(ENGL-111)
English I
(ENGL-111)
Elementary Algebra
(MATH-020)*
Intermediate Algebra
(MATH-030) or
selected College-level
MATH courses*
Statistics I
(MATH-110) or
Precalculus I
(MATH-112)*
ACT Mathematics
21
ACT Mathematics
22
ACT Mathematics
23 or higher
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Elementary Algebra
(MATH-020)*
Intermediate Algebra
(MATH-030) or
selected College-level
MATH courses*
Statistics I
(MATH-110) or
Precalculus I
(MATH-112)*
Advanced Standing
Students seeking credit for:
• Coursework completed at other regionally accredited postsecondary institutions must submit an official transcript
• Coursework through associations, business, government,
military, and industry that has been evaluated for college
credit by American Council on Education (ACE)
• Certain earned licenses
• Credit by examination. Credit by examination may be
awarded after submitting official score reports through:
• An Advanced Placement (AP) exam in certain subject
areas with a score of 3, 4 or 5
• College Level Examination Program (CLEP) with passing
score of 50 or higher (depending on the subject area)
• DANTES subject exam with a score of 46 or higher
(depending on the subject area)
• NYU Foreign Language Exam
• RVCC departmental exam (for subject areas not available
through CLEP, DANTES)
(*Please note: While these tests may be used to meet
RVCC degree requirements, students planning to transfer
should confirm the acceptability of these tests with the
school into which they plan to transfer).
For a complete list of subject areas/scores accepted for CLEP,
DANTES or NYU Foreign Language Exams, please visit the
RVCC website at www.raritanval.edu. Choose Quick Links:
Testing; then Accelerated Programs & Standardized Testing.
An official transcript must be sent to the Student Enrollment
Center from each college previously attended. Applicants who
attended schools outside the United States are required to
submit an official course-by-course evaluation completed by a
foreign credential service belonging to the National Association
of Credential Evaluation Services. RVCC will accept up to 45
transfer and/or advanced standing credits toward an associate
degree or 75 percent of the required credits for a certificate
program. The course requirements of some selective programs
may limit the applicability of transfer credits to fulfill degree
requirements. After all official transcripts have been received
and the transcript evaluation has occurred, the Student
Enrollment Center will send a notification to the student's
RVCC email account. Students can then access their transcript
evaluation by clicking the Unofficial Transcript link located
under the Student Services tab of their Lion's Den account.
(*Please note: Transcript evaluations will not be conducted
for non-degree seeking students).
* Or additional RVCC placement testing
Students who have not taken the SAT Test or the ACT Test, or
whose SAT/ACT scores are below the minimum scores
indicated in the table, will be placed into RVCC English and
Mathematics courses according to the results of RVCC
placement tests.
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REGISTRATION
Registration
Registration is the process of selecting and paying for classes.
Students register part-time or full-time for day, evening or online
classes and may shift from one to the other depending on their
educational goals and the needs of their personal schedules.
Students register for courses each semester. Registration is not
the same as admission, and the registration form is not an
admission application.
Enrollment Status
Students enrolled for twelve (12) or more credits are attending
full-time. Students enrolled for eleven (11) credits or less are
attending part-time.
How to Register
RVCC Offers Four Ways to Register for Classes:
1.Web: www.raritanval.edu
Raritan Valley Community College students with Lion's Den
access may be able to register and add or drop courses online
during specified periods. To register online, log into Lion's Den
from the RVCC website (ID and password required) and go to
the Student Services tab. For questions about Lion's Den access,
please call the MIS Help Desk at (908) 526-1200, extension
4357.
2.Mail: Student Enrollment Center, Raritan Valley
Community College, P.O. Box 3300, Somerville, NJ 08876
Print the registration form from the RVCC website:
www.raritanval.edu; and mail it with a check, money order or
complete credit card information. A schedule will be mailed as
confirmation of completed registration.
3.Fax: (908) 704-3442
Print the registration form from the RVCC website:
www.raritanval.edu; and fax it to (908) 704-3442 with complete
credit card information. A schedule will be mailed as
confirmation of completed registration.
4.In Person
Print the registration form from the RVCC website and bring
it to the Student Enrollment Center, located on the First Floor of
the College Center.
New Student Registration
A first-time, full-time student must attend a R.O.A.R.S.
orientation session which introduces new students to college
expectations and resources, and assists students with choosing
appropriate courses and registering for classes. New part-time
students are also encouraged to attend this program. The
program will take 4 hours and includes course registration. Sign
up for R.O.A.R.S. on the RVCC website: www.raritanval.edu;
QuickLinks: Advising & Counseling.
Registration Holds
You may be prohibited from registering online, dropping or
adding courses, or from registering due to a Registration Hold.
This may be the result of your admission status, academic
standing, required developmental studies courses, missing
required admission or financial aid documents, outstanding
library books or athletic equipment, an outstanding bill, or other
requirement. Please check for messages on your Lion's Den
email and view holds through the Lion's Den Student Services
tab for information about Registration Holds; contact the
Originator of the Hold for clarification and assistance.
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Adding and Dropping Courses
After initial registration is completed, a student may add or
drop courses online by using the Lions Den during specified
periods, or by submitting an Add/Drop Form by mail, fax, or inperson to the Student Enrollment Center. Add/Drop
transactions will be processed in accordance with the Semester
Refund/Withdrawal Schedule. The Add/Drop form is available
at www.raritanval.edu, QuickLinks: “Registration” or at the
Student Enrollment Center.
Please note that because Developmental Studies courses build
essential skills for college success, students are not permitted to
withdraw from Developmental Studies courses. Exceptions
may be granted only by consultation with an Academic Advisor
or Counselor.
A student is officially withdrawn from a course or courses
only after the online drop or drop/add form has been processed.
Failure to officially withdraw will result in an "F" grade on the
permanent record.
Developmental Studies
The College is committed to providing students with the skills
necessary for success in college work. The College requires that
students demonstrate appropriate level of skills in reading,
writing, mathematics and the English language. When
placement testing indicates the need for developmental courses
to improve these core skills, these courses must be completed as
early as possible. Multiple levels of instruction are offered for
each area, and placement is done by testing.
The following rules guide students in their course selections:
• Full-time students must take the placement test(s) and
satisfactorily complete all required developmental courses
within the first year. Exceptions may be made for students who
are making progress in developmental courses but need
additional time to complete a sequence. Students who fail a
developmental course may re-take the course once before
academic sanctions or other restrictions apply.
For
determination of academic standing and any resulting sanctions,
withdrawals count as an attempt to take a course. Appropriate
level developmental courses must be taken in sequence and all
areas addressed each semester until the requirements are met.
• Part-time degree-seeking students must take the placement
test(s) and satisfactorily complete all required developmental
courses prior to college level courses in the subject area. The
order in which English and Mathematics are taken may depend
on a student's major and on the number of developmental
courses required. Most students should complete English
requirements first. Students with majors requiring math skills
may take developmental math before developmental English.
• Part-time students who are not seeking a degree should take
the placement test(s) to ensure they have the skills to be
successful in college coursework. Placement testing and
developmental coursework may be required to meet
prerequisites for certain college level courses, or upon
completion of a particular number of credits.
• Certain A.A.S. degree and certificate programs do not
require the completion of the intermediate level of Algebra.
Students in these programs may advance into their college-level
mathematics after completing Elementary Algebra or testing
into Intermediate Algebra.
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• Students who do not complete their developmental
requirements on time because they withdraw from or fail a
course will be placed on Academic Restriction. They may
register only for the required developmental course. Failure to
complete the course in the restricted semester will be cause for
further sanctions. Students subject to Academic Restriction
should meet with an Academic Advisor or Counselor.
• Because developmental courses build essential skills for
college success, students are not permitted to withdraw from
developmental courses. Exceptions may be granted only by
consultation with an Academic Advisor or Counselor.
English as a Second Language Studies (ESLS)
Students for whom English is not their native language may
need further instruction in the English language in order to be
successful in college-level courses. Raritan Valley Community
College offers a comprehensive English as a Second Language
Program (ESLS).
Students can choose to improve their speaking and grammar
skills, prepare for university studies, or reduce their accent.
Classes are listed in the RVCC course schedule under ESLS
(English as a Second Language Studies).
Classes are offered in the following skill areas:
• Grammar
• Speaking & Listening
• Reading & Writing
• Reading & Conversation
• Accent Reduction & Pronunciation
• Introduction to English as a Second Language Studies
Once admitted to RVCC, students take a placement test.
Students are then advised about the appropriate classes to take.
For a listing of courses offered each semester, see the College
course schedule.
Foreign Language Placement Testing & Degree
Requirements
Students who have studied Spanish, German or French for 23 years (within the last 5 years) and wish to continue with the
same language, MUST take the respective placement test
before registering. Students wishing to continue with Italian
should register for Introduction to Italian II (ITAL-102). They
will then be tested on the first day of class and moved
accordingly, if necessary.
Several degrees at RVCC have a foreign language
requirement. For these degrees, a two semester sequence or
completion of Intermediate II (whichever comes first) is
required. Students who fulfill the requirement in fewer than two
semesters may substitute other humanities courses or continue
with the language.
The Testing Center does not require an appointment for
language placement testing. All students will be required to
show a valid form of identification prior to testing.
Transcripts
Transcripts may be ordered online through the Lion's Den at
www.raritanval.edu. Select the Student Services tab and
"Request Official Transcript" under the Registration & Records
Tools Menu; or transcript orders may be placed online at
www.getmytranscript.com. The cost of a transcript is $5 plus a
processing fee for each recipient being issued a transcript.
Official transcripts are signed and embossed with the College
Seal. Students may view and print unofficial transcripts
through the Lion's Den Student Services tab and selecting
"View Academic Transcript" under the Registration & Records
Tools Menu.
Veterans’ Benefits
Students who plan to attend Raritan Valley Community
College under one of several Veterans Administration programs
should contact the Student Enrollment Center.
Post-9/11 GI Bill veterans may have tuition and fee payments
deferred provided that they submit a Certificate of Eligibility.
Students will be responsible for any account balance remaining
after Veterans Administration payments have been received.
The veteran will need a certified copy of his or her DD-214
form and must provide a copy of a completed application for
benefits. Information on eligibility and education-related
services may be obtained by contacting the Department of
Veterans Affairs at (888) 442-4551.
Veterans are required to meet with the College's studentveteran advisor each semester prior to being certified for
benefits.
Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC)
Raritan Valley Community College and Rutgers University
have an agreement permitting RVCC students to cross-enroll in
either the United States Air Force or United States Army
Reserve Officer Training Program (ROTC) at Rutgers, the State
University of New Jersey. Qualified students may complete the
first two years of the four-year program on a cross-enrollment
basis, and the final two years by attending a college or
university which offers the ROTC Program. Additionally,
students taking the Army ROTC program may elect to take
their commissions in the Active Army, Army Reserve, or New
Jersey Army National Guard.
To be eligible, students must be U.S. citizens, physically
qualified and full-time students of good moral character. ROTC
enrollment involves no military commitment during the first
two years. The advanced phase of the program is contractual
and is scheduled during the junior and senior years.
The ROTC programs offer a wide variety of scholarship
opportunities. For more information write to:
Army ROTC
Assistant Professor Military Service
Rutgers University
157 College Ave.
New Brunswick, New Jersey 08901-1199
(732) 932-7313, extension 18
AFROTC
Detachment 485
9 Senior Street
New Brunswick, New Jersey 08901-1199
(732) 932-7706
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Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974
protects the privacy of education records, establishes the right of
students to inspect and review their education records, and
provides guidelines for the contesting of inaccurate or
misleading data.
Students have the right to inspect and review all education
records maintained by the College. The College is not required
to provide copies unless, for reasons such as great distance, it is
impossible for students to inspect the records.
Students have the right to request that the College correct
records believed to be inaccurate or misleading. If the College
decides not to amend the record, the student has a right to a
formal hearing with the Dean of Instruction. After the hearing,
if the College still decides not to amend the record, the student
has the right to place a statement with the record commenting on
the contested information in the record.
The College will not release any confidential information
from a student's record without the written consent of the
student, with the exception of the following: to College officials
with a legitimate educational interest, to other institutions at
which a student seeks or intends to enroll, to certain government
officials in order to carry out lawful functions, to appropriate
parties in connection with financial aid to a student, to
organizations conducting certain studies for the College, to
accrediting organizations, to individuals who have obtained
court orders or subpoenas, and to persons who need to know in
cases of health and safety emergencies.
The College may disclose directory information without the
written consent of the student. Directory information includes
the following: name, address, telephone number, e-mail
address, dates of attendance, enrollment status, class, previous
institutions attended, major field of study, awards, honors
(including Dean's/President's list), degrees conferred including
date, past and present participation in officially recognized
activities, student’s photograph, height and weight (for athletes
only), and date and place of birth. Students may request the
withholding of disclosure of directory information. To ensure
that a request is properly processed, it must be submitted on the
official "Request to Prevent Disclosure of Directory
Information" form, which is available in the Student Enrollment
Center. In order to prevent all disclosures of directory
information, the official request should be filed prior to the first
day of the semester. However, the College will accept requests
at any point during the semester. The request will remain in
effect until the student submits signed authorization to allow
disclosure of directory information. The College assumes that
failure on the part of any student to specifically request on the
official form the withholding of release of directory information
indicates individual approval of disclosure. Students who have
complaints may contact the RVCC Registrar.
Students also have the right to file a complaint with the U.S.
Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the
College to comply with the requirements of FERPA. Contact
the Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of
Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202.
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STUDENT SERVICES
R.O.A.R.S.
Preparing students for the Raritan Valley Community College
experience is an important and essential process as students
begin their programs of study. The College recognizes that
students will need an understanding of all services available to
them to optimize their college career. To acquaint and expose
newly admitted students and their parents to this experience,
Raritan Orientation Advising Registration Session
(R.O.A.R.S.) programs are planned each semester.
First-Year Experience
New students can take advantage of the programs and
services offered by the First-Year Experience (FYE) Office
including: New Student Orientation (R.O.A.R.S.), Weeks of
Welcome Activities, Student Success Partner Program, FirstYear Advising, First-Year Seminar Course and Student Success
Workshops and Programs. The FYE Office is located on the 1st
floor of the College Center.
Academic Advising
Every student has the opportunity to use the academic
advisement services provided by the academic advisors.
Assistance is provided in course selection, program choice, and
long-term academic planning. Students experiencing academic
difficulty are encouraged to consult with an academic advisor
or counselor.
A student interested in changing from one program to another
or enrolling in a dual major must consult with an academic
advisor or counselor. The student will receive curriculum
information for the new program and be advised of any
conditions of admission to the new program.
Students can meet Advisors or Counselors by appointment,
during posted Advising Drop-In Hours, or at workshops and
special events. Students can obtain information about academic
programs by checking the RVCC website, using records and
registration tools on the Lion’s Den Student Services tab, or
emailing an Advisor at acs@raritanval.edu. More information
about Advising & Counseling Services and answers to
frequently asked questions are available on the RVCC website,
QuickLinks: Advising & Counseling.
Mental Health Counseling
Counselors provide students the opportunity to discuss, in
confidence, any personal or social problem. Counseling staff
seeks to help students develop the ability to cope with and solve
problems independently. When appropriate, the counselors will
assist students via referrals to mental health centers, substance
abuse treatment, or other community resources. Any student in
distress or aware of a student in distress should contact
Advising & Counseling Services in the College Center.
For complete procedures, quicklink to Disability Services
from the RVCC website, or call (908) 526-1200, extension
8418.
Transfer Services
Students are encouraged to begin plans for transfer to
Bachelor Degree programs within their first two semesters.
Advisors and counselors are available in the Advising &
Counseling Office by appointment to assist in developing a
plan.
Veteran Services
Raritan Valley Community College is approved for the
enrollment of veterans and survivors or dependents of veterans
under Title 38 of the U.S. Code and selected reservists under
Title 10 of the U.S. Code.
Raritan Valley Community College provides current and
prospective service members with the tools they need to
succeed. From the application process to graduation, we take a
proactive approach to the educational process and help students
connect with the necessary campus and off-campus resources,
as well as other service members. Academic Advising, personal
counseling, veteran benefit administration, are among the
services provided.
For additional information, please call (908) 526-1200,
extension 8452.
Servicemember’s Opportunity College
Raritan Valley Community College has been identified by the
American Association of Community Colleges as a
Servicemember’s Opportunity College (SOC) providing
educational assistance to active duty servicemen and
servicewomen.
International Student Services
The office of International Student Services assists
international students in all matters related to their life at
Raritan Valley Community College. This includes orientation to
life on campus and beyond our campus. The office also helps to
familiarize international students with American culture in
general. Orientation is held prior to the start of the fall and
spring semesters.
The office specializes in immigration assistance. Students
meet individually with advisors for assistance with U.S.
immigration regulations, as well as academic, cultural,
financial, and personal adjustment. The office serves as a liaison
with foreign consular offices, U.S. government
agencies/departments and university offices.
International Student Services is located within the office of
Enrollment Services on the 1st floor of the College Center.
Appointments may be arranged in person or by telephone at
(908) 526-1200, extension 8330, 8336 or 8452.
Disability Services
Students seeking accommodations for documented
disabilities are offered services through the Disability Services
Office, in the College Center. Students must submit
documentation to the Coordinator of Disability Services in
order to receive accommodations. This should be done as early
as possible. Handicapped parking tags must be obtained from
the NJ Department of Motor Vehicles to use designated spaces
on campus.
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ACADEMIC
REGULATIONS
Grade Interpretation
Evaluation of student achievement in each course is made in
relation to the attainment of the specific objectives of a course.
At the beginning of a course, the instructor will distribute a
syllabus explaining the objectives and the basis upon which
grades are determined. Grades in each course are recorded in the
student’s permanent record.
A
Excellent
B+ Very Good
B
Good
C+ Between Satisfactory and Good
C
Satisfactory
D
Lowest Passing Grade
F
Failing
W
Withdrawal-no grade
X
Student making progress, but must retake the course
(applies to Developmental Reading and Writing and
ESL courses only)
I
Incomplete
AU Audit (no credit, not included in average)
P
Pass (applies to certain developmental courses only)
For an approved reason, such as serious illness, a student may
receive an “I” if the student has failed to complete all
requirements of a course. Such work must be made up within
four weeks of the conclusion of the semester. Failure to do so in
the prescribed period of the succeeding semester will result in
“I” being changed to “F” on the permanent record. An
incomplete grade is filed by the instructor with the Dean of
Academic Affairs indicating the reasons for the incomplete
grade. The instructor will inform the student that an Incomplete
has been granted and will indicate conditions for its removal.
Letter grades have the following honor point values: A-4, B+3.5, B-3, C+-2.5, C-2, D-1, F-0. Other letter grades and
temporary designators such as W, and AU, do not count in the
Grade Point Average.
Grade Point Average
Raritan Valley Community College uses the system of grade
points employed by most four-year colleges and universities to
give an overall appraisal of the student’s level of achievement.
This system is based on a 4.0 grade point average (GPA) and is
computed in the following manner: Semester GPA: multiply
the honor point of each grade by the number of credits
designated for that course and add the results. The sum is
divided by the total number of credits attempted during the
semester. Cumulative GPA: use the same procedures used for
the semester GPA but include all courses attempted at Raritan
Valley Community College. Grades from courses transferred
from another institution or credits earned by examination are not
entered on the student’s transcript and should not be included in
the calculations.
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How to Compute a GPA
Grade &
Credits
Value
Honor Pts. Attempted Points
Course
Credits
History
3
W(-)
English
3
Psychology
3
French
Basic Arithmetic
-
-
A(4)
3
12
C(2)
3
6
4
D(1)
4
4
3NC*
C(-)
Totals
16
-
-
10
22
*A developmental course for no college credit.
Grade Point Average (GPA) =Value Points = 22 = 2.2
Credits
10
Attempted
Examinations
A final examination is given at the end of each course unless
there is a notice to the contrary. Students are required to take
these examinations when scheduled. Students are not expected
to take more than two final examinations on any given day. Any
student having more than two exams scheduled for the same
day, or two examinations scheduled at the same time, should
inform the involved instructors and request that one of the
examinations be rescheduled. If the instructors cannot resolve
the conflict, the student should contact the Office of the Dean
of Instruction. Make-up of final examinations is permitted only
in unusual circumstances and at the instructor's discretion.
Midterm Warning Report
At midterm students in academic difficulty will receive a
midterm warning letter from the Director of Advising &
Counseling. These letters are advisory in nature and will not
become part of the student’s permanent record.
Students doing unsatisfactory work at this time should consult
their instructors to determine ways to improve their academic
performance. In cases where additional studying, tutoring, or
changes in study habits cannot improve the student’s grade,
withdrawal may be recommended.
Standards of Academic Progress
Good Standing
Each student's academic record is evaluated at the conclusion
of each semester or session. The College's standard of academic
progress requires that students maintain a cumulative grade
point average (GPA) of 2.0 or better, which is defined as "Good
Standing." Accordingly, a minimum of 2.0 overall, in both
cumulative and degree GPA, is required for graduation.
Academic Alert
Students whose cumulative GPA falls below the required
minimum 2.0 are placed on "Academic Alert." Students on
Academic Alert are notified through their RVCC Lion’s Den email and encouraged to take advantage of a wide range of
support services in order to improve their academic standing
and return to good standing.
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Academic Probation Alert
Students on Academic Alert whose cumulative GPA remains
below the required minimum 2.0 are placed on Academic
Probation Alert.
Students on Academic Probation Alert whose semester GPA
is 2.0 or higher, but cumulative GPA remains below 2.0 will be
continued on Academic Probation Alert.
Students on Academic Probation Alert whose semester GPA
is below 2.0 but cumulative GPA is 1.6 or above will be
continued on Academic Probation Alert.
Students on Academic Probation Alert are notified through
their RVCC Lion’s Den e-mail. They are encouraged to take
advantage of a wide range of support services in order to
improve their academic standing and return to good standing.
Students are required to meet with an Academic Advisor or
Counselor for changes in registration and future registrations
until they return to good standing. The Academic Advisor or
Counselor may limit credit enrollment and may require
enrollment in Student Development Courses.
Academic Suspension
Students on Academic Probation Alert whose cumulative
GPA falls below 1.6, and semester GPA falls below 2.0 are
placed on Academic Suspension.
Students may also be suspended from registering for one
semester if they are in developmental courses and their progress
is unsatisfactory as outlined in the Developmental Studies
Policy.
Students on Academic Suspension are notified through their
RVCC Lion's Den e-mail, are removed from any future
semester classes, and are prohibited from registering for one
semester. They are given the opportunity to appeal.
Appeals of Academic Suspension
Suspended students are given the opportunity to appeal. A
letter from the student to the Academic Standards Committee is
required, addressing the relevant circumstances and strategies to
improve performance. Those appealing will have their letters
reviewed by the Academic Standards Committee and will
receive written notice of the committee's action through their
Lion’s Den e-mail. Appeals must be submitted to the Advising
& Counseling Office before the start of the semester. Students
may also appeal by completing the procedures for Reenrollment following Academic Suspension; Academic
Advisors and Counselors have authority to grant appeals
according to guidelines established by the Academic Standards
Committee.
Re-enrollment following Academic Suspension
Students who have been suspended and seek to re-enroll after
a semester or more are required to complete an Application for
Reinstatement from Academic Suspension and meet with an
Academic Advisor or Counselor. The Academic Advisor or
Counselor may limit credit enrollment and may require
enrollment in Student Development Courses. Students
reinstated from Academic Suspension will be placed on
Academic Probation Alert for the semester.
Grade Appeals and Academic Complaints
Student complaints of an academic nature should initially be
discussed between the student and the student’s instructor.
Failing a satisfactory resolution of the problem at this level, the
student should consult with the appropriate department
chairperson. Should the student still feel that a satisfactory
resolution has not been achieved, the student may request the
Dean of Instruction to review the matter.
Students wishing to initiate a grade appeal must do so within
four weeks of the beginning of the following semester,
excluding Summer sessions. Other than in cases of
computational or clerical error, grades may only be changed by
following the grade appeal procedure.
Grade Appeal Procedure
A student who wishes to appeal a final grade shall proceed as
follows:
1. Submit a written request for a grade change along with
the rationale for such a request to the faculty member
who assigned the grade. The appeal must be filed by
the fourth week of the following semester (Summer
sessions not included).
2. Within two weeks of filing such a request for a grade
change by the student, the faculty member shall respond
in writing rendering a decision about the request for
change of a grade.
If the student wishes to further challenge the decision of the
faculty member as described above, he/she shall follow the
following procedure:
1. A petition for a grade change should be filed, in writing,
with the appropriate chairperson after conferring with the
instructor. The petition shall include a description of the
student’s rationale for challenging the recorded grade
with supportive documentation.
2. The chairperson shall:
a. Interview the student.
b. Interview the faculty member who assigned the grade.
c. Review written material submitted by the student and
faculty member. The chairperson shall also consult with
senior faculty members familiar with the discipline
involved with respect to the graded material under
challenge.
d. The chairperson shall render a written recommendation
to the student and faculty member involved within one
month from the date the chairperson received the
petition.
3. If the grade was not revised through the above process,
the student may further appeal to the Dean of Instruction.
The Dean will review all materials and determine
whether or not a grade change shall be approved, and
shall advise the involved student and faculty member in
writing of the decision. The decision of the Dean of
Instruction shall be final.
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Attendance
Students enrolled for credit or to audit courses are expected to
attend all classes for every course in which they are registered.
Only illness, observance of religious holidays, or serious
personal matters may explain an absence. To provide for these,
a student is entitled, without question, to absences amounting to
the equivalent of one week's class time. Any absences in excess
of that are handled individually by each instructor. It is the
prerogative of the instructor to make exceptions for valid
reasons, provided the student will be able to fulfill the course
requirements. At the instructor's option, absences amounting to
one-fifth or more of the semester's lecture or lab classes may
result in administrative withdrawal of the student without prior
notice or refund.
Students who know they will miss class should notify their
instructor. In certain cases of absenteeism involving prolonged
illness or similar difficulties, the Dean of Instruction may
recommend that a student be permitted to continue to make up
work.
Break in Enrollment
A student who has been continuously enrolled at RVCC must
fulfill graduation requirements that were published at the time
the student matriculated into the program, unless the student
requests to update to a more recent catalog year.
A student who interrupts his/her studies for more than three
years must apply for re-admission and fulfill the requirements in
place upon re-enrollment. A student with a break of more than
three years may use requirements in place during initial
enrollment only if he/she had earned 50 credits prior to the break
in enrollment and if the degree is still being offered.
A student whose program has been discontinued will be
permitted two years to complete the program. RVCC will not
award degrees for programs that have been discontinued for
more than two years.
Auditing a Course
A student interested in attending class who does not want to
receive credit may request permission to audit the class.
Students interested in auditing a course must have permission of
the faculty member teaching the course and comply with the
course’s attendance requirements. Auditing a course costs the
same as taking the course for credit.
A student may decide to audit a course up to the time
designated in the academic calendar as the last day to receive a
“W” grade. In order to audit a course, the student must complete
a drop/add form, and receive the appropriate faculty member’s
approval.
Credit Limit
Degree-seeking students may enroll for a maximum of 19
credit hours during fall or spring semesters, 12 credit hours
during Summer semester and only for 1 course during the
Winter session unless permission is granted. Non-degree
students are limited to 9 credits per semester.
Exceptions must have approval from an advisor or counselor
in Advising & Counseling Services.
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Student Classification
Students with 29 or fewer credits will be classified as
freshmen. Students with 30 credits or more will be classified as
sophomores.
Directed Study
The College offers students the opportunity to study
individually with an instructor. The two methods available are
Independent Study and Guided Study. Any student interested in
either of these options should contact the appropriate
department and have all forms completed before registering.
Guided Study
Guided study is an existing course independently taught by an
RVCC faculty member to accommodate student needs due to
difficulty caused by College scheduling. The course number
and outline will remain consistent with the College catalog.
Independent Study
Independent study is a new course independently taught by an
RVCC faculty member to enhance student learning. The faculty
member will design the course outline to meet the student’s
goals and needs. The course number will be assigned by the
Office of Academic Affairs as an independent study and the
syllabus will remain on file in that office.
Repeating Courses
Students may repeat any college-level course once without
specific authorization. To repeat a college-level course more
than once, a student must have the approval of the Dean of
Student Services.
Courses in which students have received grades of W, AU, or
P are not included in counting repeated courses.
When a college-level course is repeated, all enrollments in the
course are included on the student's permanent academic
record, but only the highest grade earned at RVCC will be
included in the student's grade point average (GPA).
Developmental courses (course numbers below 100) are not
governed by this policy.
Students receiving financial aid should consult with the
Financial Aid office before repeating a course, since some
financial aid programs do not pay for repeated courses.
Academic Renewal Program
The Academic Renewal Program is designed for students who
attended RVCC, compiled an unsuccessful academic record,
and subsequently left the College for an extended period of
time. As a result of their work experience, maturity, or new
interests, these students may now wish to return to college to
pursue a program of study towards a degree.
To qualify for the Academic Renewal Program, a student
must:
• Be matriculated into a degree or certificate program
• Have been away from RVCC for a minimum of five years
(60 months)
• Upon returning to RVCC, complete a minimum of twelve
credit hours, earning a GPA of 2.4 or better
• Be currently enrolled
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Under the Academic Renewal Program:
• All grades earned prior to the five-year period are
eliminated from the student's GPA calculation
• Only the GPA is affected by this program. All other
previous academic records will remain on the transcript
• Grades earned after returning to RVCC will be included in
the new GPA calculations, including the twelve credits
required to qualify for this program
• All courses taken prior to the five-year absence in which a
grade of C or better was earned may be used to meet
graduation requirements
• Credits awarded through evaluation (transfer, CLEP, lifelearning experience, credit by in-house examination,
military experience and Advanced Placement) are not
changed by this program, regardless of their date.
Students are cautioned that not all colleges honor academic
renewal. Transfer institutions may recalculate the GPA based on
all credits attempted for purposes of admission consideration,
scholarship and award eligibility, program admission, and other
matters regarding academic standing.
Academic renewal will not affect Satisfactory Academic
Progress for Financial Aid recipients. All courses in a student’s
academic history are considered for financial aid eligibility.
Students receiving Veterans Administration benefits will not be
reimbursed for repeating courses that have already been passed.
The Academic Renewal option may be used only once; it is
not available a second time, even after another five-year
separation from the College.
Graduation Requirements
Commencement Ceremonies are held each year in May for
spring semester graduates and in December for Summer and
Fall graduates. Students should generate a Degree Evaluation
Record, available on Lion’s Den, to determine whether all
graduation requirements are met.
At the beginning of the semester during which graduation is
anticipated, a student must complete an Application for
Graduation and submit it to the Student Enrollment Center. The
Graduation Fee must be paid to the Finance Office. Deadlines
to apply for graduation are usually one month after the first day
of each semester.
Students who have applied for graduation but fail to meet the
requirements at the conclusion of the semester must re-submit
an Application for Graduation when they intend to graduate, but
are not required to pay an additional fee.
In addition to all course and credit requirements, students
must also have a minimum grade point average of 2.0, both
overall and within their program. Courses numbered below 100
are not applicable toward graduation requirements.
A student who has been continuously enrolled at RVCC must
fulfill graduation requirements that were published at the time
the student matriculated into the program, unless the student
requests to update to a more recent catalog year. A student who
interrupts his/her studies for more than three years must fulfill
the requirements in place upon re-enrollment. A student with a
break of more than three years may use requirements in place
during initial enrollment only if he/she had earned 50 credits
prior to the break in enrollment and if the degree is still being
offered.
Students may transfer up to 45 credits toward an associate
degree or 75 percent of the required credits for a certificate
program, including those from other accredited institutions and
those earned through other means. The course requirements of
some selective programs may limit the application of transfer
credits to degree requirements.
Students who have studied at RVCC and transfer prior to
receiving a degree or certificate may transfer back coursework
in order to complete graduation requirements, if the degree or
certificate program is active at the time of readmission.
Students whose programs have been discontinued will be
permitted two years to complete the program. RVCC will not
award degrees for programs that have been discontinued for
more than two years.
Dean’s List
The Dean’s List recognizes outstanding students who, after
reaching 12 cumulative earned hours, earn in a given semester
six or more credits in college-level courses and achieve a
semester GPA of 3.5 or better with no grade lower than a “C” in
any course. The Dean’s List is compiled every semester,
excluding Summer.
President’s List
The President’s List recognizes those students who have
achieved the highest level of academic accomplishment during
a given semester. A full-time student (a minimum of 12 credits
in credit-bearing courses) who receives “A” grades in all
courses during a given semester with no “I” or “Withdrawal”
grades, qualifies for the President’s List. The President's List is
compiled each fall and spring semester. Students on the
President’s List shall not appear on the Dean’s List during the
same semester.
Graduation With Honors
A student in an associate degree program meeting the
following criteria will graduate with honors:
• An overall cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5
• A cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5 based on
credits earned and applied toward an associate degree
• No grades below a C (including grades that do not count in
GPA calculations; i.e. remedial/developmental courses)
• No grades of WF
• A minimum of 33 credits in the curriculum of the awarded
degree completed at RVCC.
Students with a degree grade point average of 3.5 - 3.79 will
graduate Cum Laude (with honor); 3.8 - 3.99, Magna Cum
Laude (with high honor); and 4.0, Summa Cum Laude (with
highest honor).
Honors Achievement Award
In addition to taking honors courses, students may receive
further academic recognition on their transcript through the
Honors Achievement Award. For this award students must
complete at least 15 credits of honors-level coursework (any
combination of honors options and/or honors courses is
acceptable) and must earn a "B" or better in each course
counted towards the award. Students also will receive a
certificate acknowledging that they have attained the Honors
Achievement Award. Interested students are urged to begin
taking honors courses as early as possible in their academic
careers.
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TUITION & FEES**
Residency
The tuition amount is determined by where a student lives. For
registration purposes, a student's residency status is determined
as of the date of enrollment and may subsequently change from
semester to semester. A student is required to maintain a current
address of residence with the Student Enrollment Center. Any
student who moves during the semester must report the address
change within five school days.
Hunterdon/Somerset County Resident - A student is
considered a Hunterdon/Somerset County resident if he or she
maintains a permanent, legal residence in Hunterdon or
Somerset County.
Out-of-County Resident - A student is considered an out-ofcounty resident if he or she maintains a permanent, legal
residence in New Jersey but outside Hunterdon or Somerset
County. If a student is an out-of-county resident, his or her
home county may pay part of the student's tuition through a
Chargeback. For more information, students should contact the
county college located in the county in which they reside.
Out-of-State Resident - A student is considered an out-of-state
resident if he or she does not reside in New Jersey.
Waivers for out-of-county residents employed in Hunterdon or
Somerset County - The Board of Trustees of Raritan Valley
Community College will grant a waiver of $10 per credit of
tuition charged at the out-of-county rate to students who provide
verification of current employment in Hunterdon or Somerset
County. Proof of employment, such as an affidavit from the
employer's Human Resource department or other
documentation, will be required by the College.
Tuition and General Registration Fee*
Tuition is subject to change at any time as authorized by the
Raritan Valley Community College Board of Trustees.
Tuition
Hunterdon/Somerset County residents
$99 per credit
Out-of-county chargeback residents
$99 per credit
Out-of-county residents
$109 per credit
Out-of-state residents
$109 per credit
(A waiver of $10 per credit is granted to students who provide
verification of employment in Somerset or Hunterdon County)
A noncredit course with a three-credit hour equivalent on the
course offering brochure would be identified as 3NC (3-nocredit). Where credit hour equivalents are listed, they are
charged in the same manner as credit hours.
Early College Program Tuition
$150 for first course each semester
High School students will pay tuition of $150 for the first
course taken in each semester; no fees are charged for the first
course. Any additional courses in the same semester will be
subject to full tuition and fees at regular rates.
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Distance Learning Course Tuition
$125 per credit
Students enrolled in RVCC or NJ Virtual Community College
online courses will pay tuition of $125 per credit hour or
equivalent credit hour for the 2010-2011 academic year for
those courses. No fees are charged.
General Registration Fee
$22 per credit
All students are assessed a general registration fee per credit
hour or credit hour equivalent for all courses except online or
Early College Program courses.
Course Fee/Lab Fee
$60 per course
In addition to tuition and the general registration fee, courses
with laboratory or studio components (or similar activities)
have special fees for equipment, supplies or instructional
assistance. This fee is $60 per course, however, certain courses
may have higher or lower fees. The course/lab fee amount is
indicated in the course offering brochure available during
registration.
Technology Fee - Part-Time Student $50 per semester
Full-Time Student - 12 or more credits $75 per semester
This fee helps the College add and replace computers and
software, maintain and support open computer laboratories,
provide e-mail and full Internet access and other items for
student use.
International Student Processing Fee $200 per semester
A $200 processing fee per semester will be charged to
international students. (F-1 students who are full-time.)
Developmental Student Fee
$15 per semester
A $15 fee per semester will be charged to students taking one
or more developmental course.
Nursing Fee
$250 per semester
A $250 processing fee per semester will be charged to nursing
students who enroll in required courses in the Nursing Program.
Other Fees (non-refundable)*
First Time Application Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
$25
Late Registration Fee*** . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
$30
Enrollment Service Fee (per semester) . . . . . . . . .
$30
Official Transcript Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
$5
Graduation Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
$30
Returned Check, Credit Card Charge or ACH Fee
$25
Replacement Diploma Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
$15
*The College reserves the right to change tuition, fees and
deposit schedules herein stated at any time by action of the
Board of Trustees of Raritan Valley Community College with
30 days notice prior to the start of each semester.
**All tuition and fees are subject to approval by the Board
of Trustees of Raritan Valley Community College.
***The Late Registration fee will be effective starting two
weeks before the first day of the semester or part of term.
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Special Tuition Programs*
Hunterdon/Somerset County Gold Card Senior Citizens or
individuals with Unemployment Tuition Waivers may attend
Raritan Valley Community College for fees only on a spaceavailable basis, which is determined five business days prior to
the first day of the respective course’s part of term. Senior
Citizen Gold Card registration is for audit only; no credit is
awarded. Students must apply for financial aid before applying
for an unemployment tuition waiver. The waiver will be applied
to any remaining tuition that is not paid by a federal or state
grant. If financial aid does not cover the full cost of the
course(s), students must still pay any fees, as well as the cost of
books.
Members of the New Jersey National Guard and New Jersey
National Guard Reserves may attend for fees only (tuition-free)
for up to 16 credits per semester. Volunteer Firefighters and
Emergency Medical Personnel pay fees only and receive a
tuition waiver of up to a maximum of $600 per year and $2,400
over a lifetime. Students qualifying for these two programs may
enroll with their tuition waivers at any time during the in-person
registration period. If the student has reached one or more of the
maximum tuition waiver limits, the student is responsible for
the tuition and fees balance.
Students qualifying for the special tuition programs listed
above should present their tuition waivers while enrolling in
person at the Student Enrollment Center. Registrations not
submitted according to the proper procedure will be subject to
full tuition and fees, with no retroactive application of waiver
status.
In addition, family members of September 11 victims pay
fees only, and should visit the Financial Aid Office.
*The College reserves the right to change tuition, fees and
deposit schedules herein stated at any time by action of the
Board of Trustees of Raritan Valley Community College with
30 days notice prior to the start of each semester.
Payment of Financial Obligations
Each semester has a payment deadline when full tuition and
fees are due. See the RVCC Finance webpage at
http://www.raritanval.edu/admin/finance/index.html and click on
the Payment Deadlines & Options link. After the posted deadline,
full payment of tuition and fees is expected at the time students
register for classes, except for:
• Financial Aid Students – If students with completed awards
have bills that exceed the amount of their award, they must pay
the balance of their bills at registration and prior to the first day of
the semester for their registration to be considered complete.
• TuitionPay Monthly Payment Plan Participating Students – The
students would need to contact Sallie Mae, the payment plan
provider, by visiting https://tuitionpay.salliemae.com/raritanval upon
registering for each semester (available only for fall and spring). The
student would need to submit a completed application for the
semester to Sallie Mae, including the plan amount (the amount due
from your RVCC Schedule/Bill), and remit the TuitionPay
enrollment fee to Sallie Mae along with any payments due per Sallie
Mae’s payment schedule to be considered a TuitionPay Monthly
Payment Plan participant.
• RVCC will accept payment in cash, check, Discover,
MasterCard and/or VISA or a payment can be made with an ACH
(online only). Refunds of tuition and fee transactions made on
credit cards will be made by College check, not by credit to the
student’s credit card account. Once tuition and fees have been
charged, the cardholder is liable to the card company for the
amount charged. Refunds are paid directly from the College by
check to the student during the published refund period.
No student can be enrolled, given grades, transcripts or a
diploma until all financial obligations are met.
Required Hospitalization Insurance
All full-time students are required to have hospitalization
insurance. For students without hospitalization insurance, the
College has arranged to provide coverage for a modest fee.
Students who already have coverage must be prepared to show
proof (company name and policy number) at the time of
registration or be billed for the required coverage (payment will
be refunded upon subsequent timely submission of proof) and
complete an insurance waiver form.
Optional Hospitalization Insurance (Part-Time
Students)
Any part-time student taking 6 to 11 credits now has the option
to purchase the same plan that is required for full-time students
(24-Hour Accident and Sickness Coverage). If you currently
have adequate hospitalization insurance coverage you may not
need this coverage.
If you are eligible to enroll and wish to purchase this insurance
coverage, you must apply for coverage directly with T. L.
Groseclose Associates, Inc., the administrator, during its specified
application period. Please refer to the RVCC Finance webpage at
http://www.raritanval.edu/admin/finance/index.html and click on
the Student Hospitalization Insurance link for more information,
including brochure, application form and cost.
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REFUNDS
Refunds, including payments made by credit card, will be
made by College check in the name of the student and mailed to
the address of record. RVCC begins mailing refunds 30 days
after the first day of classes.
Cancelled Course
Students enrolled in a course that is cancelled by the College
will be offered the opportunity to enroll in another course, or
receive a full refund of all tuition, general registration fee, and
course/lab fees pertaining to the cancelled course. Refunds will
be made during the scheduled refund period.
All Other Refunds
To apply for a refund, a student must withdraw from classes
through web registration or file a withdrawal (DROP/ADD)
form that can be obtained from the Student Enrollment Center.
The student should review and maintain a copy of any validated
form and/or revised schedule following any registration
transaction as proof of the transaction. Refunds are determined
by the date the form is stamped in the Student Enrollment
Center or the date of the web transaction.
No refund will be made to a student who:
1. does not complete the withdrawal form or drop the course
online,
2. is dismissed by administrative action, or
3. is withdrawn for non-attendance (after notification by an
instructor to the registrar) regardless of the withdrawal
date.
Refund Percentage Schedule*
(Tuition and course/lab fee only)
Prior to beginning of second full week of semester 100%
During second full week of classes
50%
After the second full week of classes
0%
* Schedule is prorated for summer, modules and late-start
sessions.
No refunds will be granted after the first two weeks of a
regular College semester or a corresponding prorated period for
other sessions or special late-starting modules or courses.
The College reserves the right to change the refund policy
stated above at any time by action of the Board of Trustees of
Raritan Valley Community College.
Other Costs
Books and materials total approximately $1,200 per year for
full-time students. Commuting expenses and the cost of meals
for about 30 weeks should be added to obtain an estimated
yearly expenditure.
Nursing students are required to purchase their own
uniforms.
Fines
Prior to fall and spring registrations, students who have
obligations to the College, such as overdue books, unpaid
parking tickets, etc., will be notified by mail. Students must
satisfy their obligations to the College at the time of notification.
These obligations are checked at registration and students with
outstanding obligations are not permitted to register.
Refund Period
A 100 percent refund of tuition, general registration and
course/lab fees will apply to complete withdrawals prior to the
beginning of the second full week of the semester or session for
regularly scheduled courses, and prior to the second meeting of
special late-starting modules or courses. All financial aid offers
will be cancelled.
During the first 10 days (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and
holidays) of a regular College semester or a corresponding
prorated period for modules, late start, or other sessions, a
percentage refund of tuition and any course/lab fees will be
made according to the following schedule. All other fees are
non-refundable.
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FINANCIAL AID
General Information
Financial aid is available to full- and part-time students. Our
goal is to provide funds from the federal government, State of
New Jersey, and College sources for students who would not be
able to complete their college education without financial
assistance.
Student financial aid is not a supplement to the student's
income for meeting normal living expenses, but is available to
help the student offset the additional expenses incurred directly
by his or her education. Most financial aid awards are based on
demonstrated financial need, which is the difference between
the cost of attendance and the expected family contribution.
Eligibility for Financial Aid
In order to be eligible for any financial aid you must:
• Have a high school diploma or General Equivalency
Diploma (GED)
• Be accepted in a program of study leading toward an
eligible degree or certificate of at least 24 credits
• Be making Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) for
financial aid
To be eligible for Federal financial aid you must also:
• Be a U.S citizen, national, or eligible non-citizen (this
includes students who have a green card);
• Not be in default of a prior student loan or owe a repayment
of a federal aid program
• Be registered for Selective Service (if required)
• Not have been convicted for sale or possession of illegal
drugs while receiving aid from a Federal program
To be eligible for financial aid from the State of New Jersey
you must also:
• Be a New Jersey resident for at least one consecutive year;
• Be enrolled for at least six (6) credits per semester; and
• Be able to demonstrate need according to the state's need
analysis system.
Applying for Financial Aid
You must apply for financial aid each academic year.
In order to apply for RVCC Scholarships you must complete
the RVCC Scholarship Application. The application is available
on the RVCC financial aid website at www.raritanval.edu.
In order to apply for other forms of financial aid you must
complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA). You can complete the FAFSA online at
www.fafsa.ed.gov. If you already applied for financial aid but
did not list RVCC's school code, you can add our school code
to your already processed FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
RVCC's federal school code for the FAFSA is 007731.
Deadlines for Applying for Financial Aid
It is recommended that you apply for financial aid at least two
(2) months before your payment is due. If you apply for
financial aid after that period, you should be prepared to pay for
your tuition and you may be able to receive financial aid after
the semester begins.
State deadlines for financial aid are June 1, 2010 for
continuing students and October 1, 2010 for new students.
Satisfactory Academic Progress for Maintaining
Financial Aid (SAP)
All students applying for financial aid must meet the
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) for Financial Aid
standards listed below:
• You must successfully complete 67% of your attempted
credits. Credits attempted but not successfully completed
include grades of F, W, I, X, and U. All courses, including
developmental and ESL courses, are considered in this
calculation.
• You must achieve at least a 2.00 cumulative grade point
average by the end of your fourth semester. All
non-developmental courses are considered in this
calculation.
• You cannot attempt more than 150% of the credits required
for your degree or certificate.
Federal Regulations make no provisions for academic
renewal. All courses in a student's academic history will be
reviewed in regards to financial aid eligibility.
SAP will be evaluated each academic year for students
pursuing an Associate Degree and each semester for students
pursuing a Certificate.
If you do not meet the SAP standards and you feel that you
have extenuating circumstances, you may appeal for one (1)
semester of probationary financial aid.
If your appeal is approved and you do not meet the terms of
your appeal after one semester, your financial aid will be
cancelled and you must take courses at your own expense until
you meet the minimum SAP standards.
If you have attempted 150% of the credits required for your
program you will no longer be eligible for financial aid.
Withdrawal from Classes and Return of
Financial Aid Funds
If you receive Federal financial aid and you withdraw or stop
attending within the first 60% of the term, you may be required
to repay all or a portion of your financial aid. The financial aid
office will determine how much of your Federal aid you have
earned and notify you in writing. It is your responsibility to
make payment arrangements with the Finance Office for all
outstanding charges due to the return calculation.
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How Financial Aid is Awarded
Financial Aid is awarded first with need-based grants. Needbased grants will not exceed the student's unmet financial need.
RVCC Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis once grades
for the prior semester have been calculated and will be awarded
until funding is exhausted. Student loans are awarded to eligible
students who request them. Due to RVCC's relatively low
tuition and fees, the Financial Aid Office will wait until a
student has registered for classes and requests a loan before
awarding one. Federal work study is awarded to eligible
students once they have been offered a position.
Determining Financial Need
Financial need is determined by subtracting the Expected
Family Contribution (EFC), as determined by the FAFSA, from
the Cost of Attendance (COA), which is determined by the
College. Your financial aid will be awarded based on the
enrollment status you select on the FAFSA. After the 10th day
of the semester, the student's COA will be adjusted if his or her
actual enrollment status is different from the status listed on the
FAFSA.
Cost of Attendance (COA)
When awarding aid to students, the Financial Aid Office uses
budgets that reflect those expenses normally incurred by a
student during a traditional nine-month academic year. Please
note that these budgets are not the actual charges that appear
on the student's semester bill. The estimated Cost of Attendance
for a typical full-time in-county resident for the 2010-2011
academic year is:
*Living with Parents *Living Independently
Tuition & Fees
Books & Supplies
Room & Board
Transportation
Miscellaneous
Enrollment Fee
Technology Fee
Total
$3,630
$1,200
$3,375
$1,975
$1,000
$60
$150
$11,390
$3,630
$1,200
$8,100
$1,975
$1,000
$60
$150
$16,115
Tuition and Fees - Tuition and fees are per-credit charges
based on the current rate structure, including tuition and general
registration fee.
Books and Supplies - Books and supplies costs are estimated
based on the number of credits the student is enrolled in each
semester.
Room, Board and Travel - Room, Board and Travel are based
on estimated charges students may incur while living with their
parents or out of the home. RVCC does not have on-campus
housing.
Students who wish to have their cost of attendance adjusted
based on other charges must submit an appeal in writing to the
Financial Aid Office.
* The College reserves the right to change tuition, fees and
deposit schedules herein stated at any time by action of the
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Expected Family Contribution (EFC)
The information you report on your Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is used to calculate your
Expected Family Contribution (EFC). Schools use the EFC to
determine your federal student aid eligibility and financial aid
award.
The EFC is a measure of your family's financial strength and
is calculated according to a formula established by law. Your
family's taxed and untaxed income, assets, and benefits (such as
unemployment or Social Security) are all considered in the
formula. Also considered are your family size and the number
of family members who will attend college or career school
during the year.
Note: Your EFC is not the amount of money your family will
have to pay for college nor is it the amount of federal student
aid you will receive. It is a number used by your school to
calculate the amount of federal student aid you are eligible to
receive.
Financial Aid Rights and Responsibilities
As an RVCC student who is receiving financial aid, you are
responsible:
• For being aware of deadlines and the consequences for not
meeting the deadlines
• For reading, understanding, and maintaining copies of all
documents sent to you via e-mail or postal mail
• For using the financial aid that you are awarded for
educationally related expenses only
• For maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
• For notifying the Financial Aid Office of sources of
financial aid not listed on your Financial Aid award letter
• For providing all documents requested by the Financial Aid
Office within the published deadlines
• For knowing and complying with the RVCC Refund and
Withdrawal Schedule and Return of Financial Aid policy
• For being enrolled in an eligible degree program
• For notifying the Registrar's office of any changes in your
personal information
• For arranging payment in full for any outstanding charges
on your student account.
As an RVCC student who is receiving financial aid, you have
the right:
• To be informed of the amount and type of financial aid that
you are eligible for
• To decline all or a portion of your financial aid
• To appeal decisions made about your financial aid
eligibility
• To know the conditions and terms of all loans you apply for
• To view contents of your financial aid file in accordance
with FERPA
• To protection of your information under FERPA
• To know how and when financial aid eligibility is
determined, distributed and disbursed
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• To be made aware of the financial aid application process
• To know the terms and conditions of employment that you
receive Federal Work Study for
• To be informed about the Financial Aid Satisfactory
Academic Progress (SAP) policy and appeals process
• To obtain loan entrance and exit counseling
Types of Financial Aid Available
You do not need to be enrolled full-time for most forms of
financial aid. The only forms of financial aid that require a fulltime course load are the Academic Competitiveness Grant
(ACG), the NJ STARS program, the Educational Opportunity
Fund (EOF) and certain Galileo Scholarships.
Grants
Grants are awarded based on demonstration of financial need
as determined by the FAFSA.
Federal Pell Grant (Pell)
Pell awards range from $330-$5500 for the 2010-2011
academic year. Students who possess a bachelor's degree are
not eligible for the Federal Pell Grant.
Federal Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG)
ACG awards range from $750-$1300. In order to be eligible
for this grant you must be:
• A U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Receiving a Federal Pell Grant
You must have completed a rigorous high school program as
defined by the Secretary of Education in order to be eligible to
receive this grant (after January 1, 2006 for a first year award
and after January 1, 2005 for a second year award).
In order to receive a second year award you must have
obtained at least a 3.00 cumulative GPA by the end of your first
academic year.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
(SEOG)
SEOG is a Federal need-based grant. Limited funding is
available for this program.
State of New Jersey Tuition Aid Grant (TAG)
TAG awards currently range from $224-$1228 but are
adjusted each academic year. You must be enrolled for at least
six (6) credits, meet the state residency requirements and
submit all requested documentation to the New Jersey Higher
Education Assistance Authority (HESAA).
State of New Jersey Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF)
EOF awards currently range from $313 to $1050 per year.
You must be eligible for TAG and be accepted into the EOF
program. See Educational Opportunity Fund section for more
details.
Federal Work Study
The Federal Work Study employs students on campus. You
will have the opportunity to earn work experience as well as a
paycheck and you may work up to 20 hours per week. You must
have unmet financial need in order to be eligible for federal
work study and you may apply for any position listed on the
Student Employment Opportunities page of our website.
Scholarships
New Jersey State Tuition Assistance Reward Scholarship
(NJ STARS)****
The NJ STARS Program enables students who are residents
of either Somerset or Hunterdon County and who graduate in
the top 15 percent of their high school class to receive a full
scholarship to attend RVCC. The NJ STARS scholarship covers
both tuition and approved fees (up to 18 credits per semester)
for up to five semesters of continuous enrollment to students
pursuing an associate degree program at a New Jersey community college. Eligible students must first apply for all
need-based federal and state financial aid grants (completing
the FAFSA application). NJ STARS will pay for any remaining
tuition and fee costs not covered by these financial aid programs.
For additional information, contact the Financial Aid Office,
908-526-1200, extension 8273 or e-mail finaid@raritanval.edu.
****NJ STARS is a state program and is subject to
change. For updated information, visit www.hesaa.org.
Edward J. Bloustein Distinguished and Urban Scholars
Programs
These awards are currently $930 per academic year. You must
be enrolled full-time and demonstrate above average academic
achievement in high school, as recommended by a Guidance
Counselor. Awards are made by HESAA.
RVCC Academic Scholarships
RVCC Scholarships are available to all RVCC students
including international students and students who are not
eligible to complete the FAFSA. Scholarship opportunities are
listed at the end of this section. Scholarships are awarded on a
first-come, first-served basis once grades have been calculated
for the prior semester. Scholarships are awarded until funds are
exhausted.
Outside Scholarships
If you receive a scholarship from an outside entity, simply
request that the organization mail your scholarship check
(including your name and student ID number) to the Finance
Office. The Finance Office will process your scholarship check
and the Financial Aid Office will notify you that it has been
received. You can search for scholarships on scholarship search
engines such as www.fastweb.com and www.scholarships.com.
Loans
Please note that all loans must be repaid.
All borrowers must complete a Loan Request Form.
Federal Stafford Loans
Stafford loans are established and supported by the federal
government, but a participating commercial lender, such as a
bank or credit union, actually makes the loan. Interest rates for
Stafford loans are fixed at 6.8%. Students will begin repayment
on Stafford loans 6 months after their last date of attendance.
Stafford loans are available to all students who meet the
financial aid eligibility requirements and are enrolled in a
minimum of six credits (half-time).
Subsidized (the government pays the interest while you're in
school) Stafford Loans are available to students who are able to
demonstrate financial need. Subsidized annual loan limits are
$3500 for freshman and $4500 for sophomore students.
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Students who do not demonstrate financial need are eligible
for an Unsubsidized (you pay all the interest, although you can
have the payments deferred until after graduation) Stafford
Loan. Unsubsidized annual loan limits are $3500 for freshman
and $4500 for sophomore students. Independent students and
students whose parents were denied a PLUS loan are eligible for
an additional $4000 per year. In addition, dependent and
independent students can borrow a $2,000 unsubsidized loan.
First-time borrowers at RVCC must complete federally
mandated Entrance Counseling and a Master Promissory Note
(MPN). For additional information about Stafford loans and
how to request one, please see our website.
Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS)
Parents of dependent students may borrow on behalf of their
children using a PLUS loan. Parent loans must be repaid over a
10-year period with a fixed interest rate of 8.5%. Parents enter
repayment beginning 60 days after disbursement.
Alternative (Private) Loans
Raritan Valley Community College Institutional
Scholarships
Students may apply for these scholarships using the RVCC
Scholarship Application, except where noted with an asterisk (*).
In these cases a separate application form is available at
http://www.raritanval.edu/studentserv/finaid/scholarships.html.
For these scholarships recipients are chosen by the donor and/or
committee review.
A. Bernard Lindemann Science Scholarship*
Area VII Physicians Scholarship
Axel Veldon Scholarship
Clarice Olinger
Clinton Women's Club Scholarship
Edward Nash Scholarship
ESL Scholarship
Ethicon Nursing
NJCLASS
NJCLASS loans are offered through the New Jersey Higher
Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA). These loans
are credit-based loans and may require a co-signer.
Fabienne Stassen Scholarship*
Other Alternative Loans
Glassman Scholarship*
Due to RVCC's low cost of attendance, students will not often
require an alternative loan. These loans are credit-based and
often have repayment options that are more restrictive then the
Stafford loans. If students would like to borrow an Alternative
Loan they will need to contact the lender of their choice to begin
the loan process. Once the loan is complete, the Financial Aid
Office will send the student a Loan Request Form (LRF). Upon
completing and returning the LRF, the Financial Aid Office will
certify the loan if the student is eligible.
Galileo Scholarships*
Gibson Family Scholarship
Hawk Pointe Foundation Scholarship
International Club Scholarship*
Intersil Scholarship*
Jack Penn Scholarship
Jennifer Zois Memorial Scholarship
Johnson & Johnson Nursing Scholarship
Karolee Dousa Glassman Scholarship
Lewis J. Gray Scholarship
The Links Scholarship
Malone Foundation Scholarship
Marcia Key Scholarship
Mary T. Zanetti Scholarship
NJ Computer Club Scholarship
Pepsi Scholarship
Rose McConnell Scholarship
RVCC Merit Scholarship
Somerset Hills AAUW Scholarship
Somerset Medical Center Scholarship
SSTEM Scholarship*
Tom Tarnowski Scholarship Fund*
Virginia Borman Butkowsky Memorial Scholarship
Wayne J. Forrest, Esq. Criminal Justice Scholarship*
Wellbrock Family Scholarship
World Trade Center Scholarship
For complete descriptions of all of the Institutional Scholarships,
visit www.raritanval.edu.
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EDUCATIONAL
OPPORTUNITY FUND
HIGH SCHOOL
OUTREACH PROGRAMS
The Raritan Valley Community College Educational
Opportunity Fund Program (EOF) is a state-funded program
that provides additional economic and academic assistance to
students who demonstrate need. Economic assistance consists
of grant money each semester the student is enrolled. Academic
assistance consists of advisement, assistance with registration,
and monitoring of academic performance to determine
appropriate counseling and support services for academic
success. In addition, students participate in career preparation
activities. An EOF student who transfers to another college
continues to receive EOF support services at the new
institution.
The EOF program attracts a diverse student population,
including recent high school graduates, non-traditional age
students, and single parents. Incoming EOF students begin
their academic development during an intensive six-week
summer session, where they complete appropriate English or
Mathematics courses based on placement testing.
To qualify, applicants must:
• Have earned a high school diploma or GED
• Have resided in New Jersey for at least one year
• Be eligible for the Tuition Aid Grant (TAG)
• Demonstrate economic eligibility, evaluated on the New
Jersey State eligibility scale
• Maintain full-time enrollment
• Be US citizens or permanent residents
To apply, applicants must complete an RVCC application, the
FAFSA, and provide current tax returns. Please visit the EOF
office or call (908) 218-8875 to set up an appointment.
High school students may participate in the following
programs and, upon completing the course work, earn college
credits documented on an RVCC transcript.
High School Early Credits Program
The High School Early Credits Program at RVCC allows
qualified high school students to enroll in college-level courses
at any RVCC campus location and receive college credit upon
satisfactory completion. To participate, students obtain an Early
Credits Program brochure from their guidance office, the RVCC
website, or the Admissions Office at the College. After
completing the form, obtaining the signature of the high school
principal or guidance counselor, and getting a copy of their high
school transcript, students should arrange a meeting with an
RVCC advisor or counselor. An RVCC advisor or counselor's
signature is required in order to register for the first time.
Depending on the course(s) taken, credits may be used to satisfy
degree requirements at Raritan Valley Community College or
another college. Students must meet prerequisite requirements
for all courses.
Concurrent Enrollment Program
Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP) is a partnership
between Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC) and area
high schools whereby qualified high school students enroll in a
credit-bearing college course at their high school as part of their
high school day.
CEP offers numerous advantages for students, faculty and
parents. Some of them include enriching and expanding current
high school course offerings; allowing for the exploration of
college curricula; earning credits towards a college degree; and
fostering a seamless transition between high school and postsecondary education.
RVCC offers introductory level courses that typically satisfy
basic requirements in a broad range of majors and that have an
excellent record of transferability. Each high school, in
conjunction with RVCC, determines the course(s) that will be
offered through the Concurrent Enrollment Program. These are
rigorous college courses using the same course outlines,
assignments and examinations as those courses taught on the
RVCC campus.
In order to participate in the Concurrent Enrollment Program,
a student must have earned at least a B average; have parental
consent and guidance counselor approval; take the RVCC
Placement Test if enrolling in an English, Math or Foreign
Language course (or a course requiring these as a prerequisite);
or score at appropriate levels on the SAT or ACT.
For further information about these programs, students should
contact the Academic Outreach department at (908) 526-1200,
extension 8557.
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TRANSFER TO OTHER
COLLEGES
Thousands of RVCC students have transferred their credits to
colleges and universities in New Jersey, as well as many out-ofstate institutions. During the summer, many students from other
schools take advantage of RVCC's quality, value and
accessibility to earn credits toward degree requirements at their
home schools.
Transfer is available to RVCC students through a variety of
means: articulation agreements, dual admission and degree
completion programs with a number of institutions.
For the most up-to-date listing of transfer agreements, please
visit the College’s website at www.raritanval.edu. For more
information about transfer services available at the College,
please refer to the Advising and Counseling Services section of
this catalog.
Articulation Agreements with Four-Year Colleges
RVCC students have transferred to hundreds of colleges and
universities nationwide. Credits from transfer-designed AA and
AS programs generally transfer well to colleges across the
country. Although transfer opportunities are definitely not
limited to institutions with which the College has formal
agreements, these agreements with other institutions further
ensure the portability of credits and enhance the transfer
prospects of students. Articulation agreements are special
arrangements between two colleges to facilitate seamless
transfer of students. Some articulation agreements are focused
on specialized majors, while others are general agreements
involving any major available at a college. For details regarding
RVCC arrangements with the following institutions, please
contact a transfer counselor.
Albright College (PA)
American University (DC)
Benedict College (SC)
Berkeley College (NJ)
Bloomfield College (NJ)
Caldwell College (NJ)
Capella University (online)
Cedar Crest College (PA)
Centenary College (NJ)
College of St. Elizabeth (NJ)
Cornell University (NY)
Delaware Valley College (PA)
DeSales University (PA)
DeVry University (NJ)
Drew University (NJ)
Drexel University (PA)
Fairleigh Dickinson University (NJ)
Felician College (NJ)
Georgian Court University (NJ)
John Jay College of Criminal Justice (NY)
Johnson and Wales University (RI)
Jones International University (CO)
Kean University (NJ)
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Kings College (PA)
Kutztown University (PA)
LIM (NY)
Lynn University (FL)
Montclair State University (NJ)
Muhlenberg College (PA)
New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJ)
New York Institute of Technology/Ellis College (NY)
Northwood University (FL)
Palmer College of Chiropractic (IA)
Peirce College (PA)
Pennsylvania College of Technology (PA)
Rider University (NJ)
Rochester Institute of Technology (NY)
Rutgers University (NJ)
Schiller International University (FL)
Seton Hall University (NJ)
Shippensburg University (PA)
Strayer University (PA)
St. Peter's College (NJ)
St. Petersburg College (FL)
The College of New Jersey (NJ)
Thomas A. Edison State College (NJ)
Touro University International (CA)
University of Phoenix (AZ)
Upper Iowa University (IA)
Wesley College (DE)
Widener University (PA)
Dual Admission Agreements
RVCC has dual admission agreements with several colleges
and universities. The essence of dual admission is that
graduates of Raritan Valley Community College are guaranteed
admission to the other college or university with junior standing
if they have completed the RVCC program appropriate for the
major at the four-year school and have achieved the required
grade point average. RVCC currently has dual admission
agreements with:
Caldwell College
Cedar Crest College
Centenary College
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Kean University
Montclair State University
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Rider University
Rutgers University (dual degree program)
Thomas A. Edison State College
To ensure a smooth transfer and to maximize transfer credits,
students must work closely with their academic advisor.
For additional information concerning transfer or dual
admission, contact the Transfer Services office, (908) 5261200, extension 8333 or refer to the website.
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Degree Pathways Program with Thomas Edison
State College
Degree Pathways is a partnership between specific
community colleges and Thomas A. Edison State College that
builds on the associate degree and allows students to complete
up to 80 semester hours of relevant coursework at the
community college level on their community college campus.
Under this program, students from a wide variety of RVCC
majors and programs can continue their education toward a
Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science in Business
Administration, Bachelor of Science in Human Services, or a
Bachelor of Science in Applied Science and Technology.
NJTransfer - A Statewide Transfer System
NJTransfer is a computerized data information system created
to facilitate the transfer of students from county colleges to the
four-year colleges and universities of New Jersey.
NJTransfer allows students and advisors at the institutions to
ascertain the transferability status of any community college
course. It indicates whether the course is transferable and, if so,
indicates the receiving institution's equivalent course number.
Recommended course selections for each major are also
available. For further information, visit www.njtransfer.org.
Transferring Career Program Credits
Although most career programs leading to the A.A.S. Degree
at RVCC are primarily designed to prepare graduates for entrylevel positions in business, technology and various professions,
a significant number of credits in most career programs are also
transferable. It is important to check with a transfer counselor
for further information on the career programs.
Statewide Transfer Agreement
On September 13, 2007 then Governor Corzine signed into
law legislation P.L.2007, Chapter 175 establishing a statewide
transfer agreement that provides for the seamless transfer of
academic credits from a completed associate of arts or associate
of science degree program to a baccalaureate degree program.
The law guarantees that the transfer-designed associate degrees
(A.A. and A.S.) earned at any of the state's 19 community
colleges "shall be fully transferable and credited as the first two
years of a baccalaureate degree program at the four-year
public institution of higher education in the State to which a
student is admitted."
The full text of the statewide transfer agreement approved by
the transfer legislation can be found on the NJTransfer website.
While the law does not cover the private colleges and
universities in New Jersey, many of those institutions have
established transfer policies that provide for the transfer with
full junior standing for A.A. and A.S. degree holders from NJ
community colleges. The law does not provide any guarantees
of admission and students must select an appropriate associate
degree for their particular major. Students must also fulfill any
prerequisite courses required for admission.
Transfer and Career Services
Transfer Services
Transfer information and counseling are available for students
planning to continue their education at another college. Students
should use the transfer website, www.njtransfer.org, to
determine the transfer equivalence of each course, as well as
view a listing of recommended transfer courses for each major
available at the 34 participating colleges and universities.
Information about transfer workshops, college transfer fairs,
transfer articulation agreements, dual admission programs, and
other transfer-related events are posted on the Transfer Services
website, accessible from the RVCC home page.
Career Services
Career counseling is available to all current students and
alumni who wish to clarify their career objectives. The office
has a full-time career counselor who provides both individual
and group career counseling. Through testing and evaluation,
the counselor can help RVCC students identify their skills,
interests, and values in order to determine their occupational
and educational goals. To make an appointment with the career
counselor, please call (908) 526-1200, extension 8334 or drop
by the office, located in the College Center, room C-116.
Workshops are held throughout the year on selected career
topics such as resume writing, interviewing, job search and
success skills, occupational focus areas and career decisionmaking. The counselor can also assist students with
researching career fields. Information on careers, including
salary surveys, educational requirements, occupational
demand and growth potential can be accessed in the RVCC
Library and on the Career Services web page at
http://www.raritanval.edu/rvcc/frameset/career_services.html.
The Career Services web page also houses DISCOVER, an
interactive, internet-based self-assessment system for career
and educational planning, as well as information about a
career e-mentoring program.
Information about full-time, part-time and seasonal
opportunities is available through the job search assistant. The
job search assistant posts current job openings on the Career
Services web page and employers can fax or e-mail job
vacancies for inclusion in the system. The primary goal is to
help graduating students find appropriate full-time
employment. The job search assistant can be reached by calling
(908) 526-1200, extension 8338 or via e-mail to
jcounselor@raritanval.edu.
RVCC has partnered with College Central Network to provide
expanded job and internship placement services. Via this
network, students can post their resume for viewing by potential
employers and internship sites. Additional details can be found
on the Career Services website.
Students can receive assistance with resumes via an online
service from www.OptimalResume.com or by a counseling
appointment.
Various company recruiters are invited to discuss
employment opportunities with students via on-campus
recruitment.
Information about internship possibilities can be found on the
career services web page or by calling (908) 526-1200,
extension 8437.
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UNIVERSITY CENTER
RVCC FOUNDATION
The University Center at Raritan Valley Community College
is an alternate means for Somerset and Hunterdon County
residents and workers to complete advanced education without
having to travel outside the region. Through partnerships with
an expanding number of accredited colleges and universities,
the Center provides courses at the North Branch campus leading
to baccalaureate- and graduate-level degrees and certificates.
Current University Center partners include: Caldwell College,
Fairleigh Dickinson University, Felician College, Kean
University, and Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey.
In keeping with the core principles of RVCC, the University
Center offers programs that expand the College’s capacity to
positively affect the educational and economic well-being of
students and the community. As a result, the following programs
are currently offered:
Caldwell College
• B.A. Elementary Education
Certification programs are offered in early childhood
education (Preschool through grade three); elementary
education (Kindergarten through grade 8), elementary
school with subject matter specialization in English,
mathematics, social studies and science; and for teaching
grades K-12 in art, biology, English, French, mathematics,
music, social studies, and Spanish.
Fairleigh Dickinson University
• B.A. Individualized Studies
• Concentration in Business & International Studies
• Concentration in Communication & Applied Technology
Felician College
• B.S. Management
• B.S. Business Administration
• B.S. Accounting
• B.S. Marketing
An International Business concentration is available for all
degrees
Kean University
• B.S. Nursing
• Executive M.B.A. Global Management
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
• B.A. Liberal Studies
Students enrolling in the liberal studies program may
transfer with the A.A, A.S. or A.A.S. degree. Adult students
who already have attained significant technical and applied
skills and who now wish to pursue their education in the
liberal arts can obtain the bachelor's degree through this
program.
• Other degrees are currently under development
Courses offered at the University Center are primarily upperdivision undergraduate courses (third or fourth year of a
baccalaureate program) or master's or certification graduatelevel courses. Students register for University Center classes
through the individual colleges. A new schedule of courses is
posted online prior to each academic semester.
Detailed information about a program offered at the
University Center can be obtained by calling or meeting with a
representative from the partner college. Many of these programs
require the successful completion of certain courses or tests
prior to being admitted.
For additional information, call (908) 526-1200, extension
8939 or e-mail Univcen@raritanval.edu.
The Raritan Valley Community College Foundation, through
its fundraising programs, supports the College's quest to
become a premier academic institution, to provide quality
education at an affordable cost and to encourage intellectual
achievement, lifelong learning and personal growth. The
Foundation strives to enhance the College's standing as the
most important source of culture and continuing education in
Somerset and Hunterdon counties and works with RVCC to
expand the relationships it has forged with businesses and the
community.
The annual fund is the most inclusive type of fundraising and
is designed to broaden the philanthropic reach of the College.
Everyone can participate, and all gifts - from the smallest to the
largest - provide the "margin of excellence" that allows the
College to enhance its programs beyond what is made possible
by tax-supported funding.
The Foundation actively seeks funds to support scholarships
for motivated students who do not qualify for government
grants and financial aid. The Foundation raises funds for a
variety of College programs, including the Institute for
Holocaust and Genocide Studies and the Paul Robeson Institute
for Ethics, Leadership and Social Justice. These programs all
offer opportunities for students, faculty and the general public
to connect with the College beyond the classroom and enrich
community life. Other funding priorities include the Theatre at
RVCC, the Planetarium and the Art Gallery.
For more information or to make a gift, call (908) 526-1200,
extension 8349, or visit the Foundation website at
www.raritanval.edu/foundation and make a secure online gift.
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Foundation Board of Directors
Mr. Gary Woodring, Chair
Ms. Liz Mitchell, Vice Chair
Mr. Andrew Borkin, Secretary
Mr. John Trojan, Treasurer
Mr. N. William Atwater
Mr. Kenneth Bateman
Mr. Albert J. Berlin
Mr. Patrick Fittipaldi
Dr. Karen Gaffney
Ms. Carol Guttschall
Dr. Shabbir Hasan
Mr. Norbert Hirst
Mr. Kenneth Lee
Mr. Gene McCarthy
Dr. Catherine McVicker
Mr. Michael Murphy
Mr. Nicholas Pellitta
Ms. Jeanne Perantoni
Mr. Steve Reichman
Mr. Benjamin Ruley
Mr. Peter G. Schoberl
Ms. Jeanne Stahl
Mr. John E. Warren III
Ms. Linda Wellbrock
Dr. Casey Crabill, President, RVCC
Mr. Peter S. Johnson (Emeritus)
Dr. Richard D. Wellbrock (Emeritus)
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ONLINE SERVICES AND
EDUCATIONAL
TECHNOLOGY
Online Services
The College’s website at www.raritanval.edu offers
comprehensive information about services and programs
available at RVCC. The general public has easy access to up-todate information about the campus, from news and events to
course descriptions and curriculum outlines.
In addition, a wide variety of online services are available to
RVCC students through Lion's Den, the online student
information system at Raritan Valley Community College. The
Lion’s Den is the official communication channel used for
RVCC business and teaching purposes. Students should check
it daily to ensure that they read all communication in a timely
manner. Most services require the College ID number and a
password. Students can:
• Apply for admission and view status of application
processing
• View status of admission document processing
• View and print the course schedule
• View and print course descriptions
• View HOLDS that may limit or restrict registration
• Register for classes
• Apply for financial aid
• View financial aid status
• View financial account
• View and print class schedule
• Add or drop classes
• Request enrollment verification
• View and print final grades
• Generate and print a degree evaluation
• View and print unofficial transcripts
• Request official transcripts
• Receive important college mail, including bills, grades, and
academic standards correspondence
• Sign up for emergency and inclement weather notifications
Computer Facilities
Raritan Valley Community College is a fully networked
campus. Personal computers are available in over 30
instructional laboratories. All have Pentium processors and run
the Microsoft Vista/XP and Office 2007 suite of applications.
In addition, many application software packages for computer
science and other disciplines are available. All labs are
equipped with high-speed laser printers. All computers have
access to the Internet via a 100 mega-bit connection.
The College offers special purpose computing labs for
graphic and fine arts, multimedia development, video
production, writing, math, English as a Second Language and
bibliographic instruction. In addition to discipline-specific
software, these labs have specialized equipment such as
document scanners, color printers, video capture cards, and
DVD/CD read/write drives.
The campus has complete WiFi coverage and students can
register their computers and PDAs at the MIS Helpdesk to
make use of it.
For Computer Science instruction, the College utilizes an
IBM RS/6000 system running the AIX (UNIX) operating
system. Networking labs provide computers and equipment for
hands-on instruction in network design and administration.
Students also have access to personal and laptop computers in
the library. Here, software is specially configured for research
and library related activities.
Personal computers, the campus network and the Internet are
also used in 80 classrooms known as CATT (Center for
Advanced Teaching and Technology) rooms. A wireless
network is available across the entire campus.
All students are provided with e-mail accounts via the Lion’s
Den Google hosted system. This system together with the
College’s “SunGard Higher Education Banner” administrative
system allows online registration for classes, grade lookup, email to faculty, and notices of campus events. Online courses
are provided via the WebCT system, the most widely used
World Wide Web-based distance learning system.
The College continually evaluates and enhances its
computing and network facilities and software applications.
Industry input is sought to assure that RVCC students are
provided with the technology necessary to successfully
compete in today’s economy.
Educational Technology at RVCC
RVCC students enjoy the use of a state-of-the-art array of
educational technology. The College is fully networked
throughout the campus and with outside electronic sources.
This network connects a rich variety of resources both on- and
off-site. Many college courses are taught in the College’s 80
Center for Advanced Teaching and Technology (CATT
Multimedia) Classrooms, which boast a powerful platform for
accessing and displaying all educational technological formats.
RVCC also has interactive television facilities, as well as
teleconferencing and satellite facilities that connect to
worldwide video offerings to enrich the curricula. All registered
students get an Internet account with full privileges to allow
them to participate in opportunities for independent remote
instruction and for research and communication activities.
Students at RVCC use this opportunity to build the foundation
to participate effectively in an information-based society.
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STUDENT LIFE
Upon registration at Raritan Valley Community College, all
students become members of the College community with all
the rights, privileges and responsibilities that go with such
membership. The student is expected to make satisfactory
educational progress, to respect the rights of others, and to know
and follow the policies and regulations developed by the
College community for the good of the total membership.
Student Code of Conduct
One of the core values of Raritan Valley Community College
is an environment of mutual respect, responsibility and
collaboration. The Code of Student Conduct is written to
identify expectations of behavior for all members of the
community. The Code rules apply to all RVCC students
regardless of matriculation status or location, whether on
College-owned or controlled property or at a College-sponsored
or supervised function.
Upon admission to Raritan Valley Community College, a
student assumes responsibility for becoming familiar with and
abiding by the general rules of academic and social conduct
described in the Student Handbook. Violation of any of these
may lead to a failing grade for an assignment or course,
disciplinary warning, probation, suspension, expulsion, and/or
other appropriate authorized penalties.
College Hours
The College designates two hours each week as College hours
for College community activities and events: Tuesday and
Thursday, 12-1:30 p.m. Students are encouraged to use this free
time to participate in extracurricular activities, which include
student government meetings, club meetings, intramural sports,
College committees, and other College-sponsored functions.
Organizations
Student Government
The Raritan Valley Community College Student Association
(RVCCSA) represents all students. It serves as the voice of the
student body and has a serious responsibility to the students and
College at-large, particularly in the area of communication. The
organization is governed by elected student officers and
representatives based on criteria established in its constitution.
The student government is also involved in the process of
distributing student activity funds to student clubs. These clubs
and organizations prepare budgets to fund a variety of student
activities, such as concerts, films, publications, dances,
seminars, trips and community service programs.
Phi Theta Kappa
Phi Theta Kappa is a prestigious international honor society
for community college students. Its membership is made up of
RVCC students who have completed 12 credits with at least a
3.50 G.P.A., who are interested in community involvement,
academic achievement and social activities.
“The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa shall be to recognize and
encourage scholarship among two-year college students. To
achieve this purpose, Phi Theta Kappa shall provide opportunity
for the development of leadership and service, for an intellectual
climate for exchange of ideas and ideals, for lively fellowship
for scholars, and for stimulation of interest in continuing
academic excellence.”
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Student Life
The classroom experience is only one segment of the
available education at Raritan Valley Community College. The
cultural, recreational and governmental activities and functions
at the College are equally important. By sharing in these
activities, students have the opportunity to develop many
personal and career skills.
Student activities at Raritan Valley Community College
develop according to student interest. While the selection,
planning and administration of these activities depends on the
interest, time, organization, and effort of the students, assistance
is provided by the Office of Student Life & Civic Engagement.
Groups of students interested in forming a student organization
should consult with the Student Life Office located in the
College Center, in Room C206.
Clubs
Clubs and organizations are encouraged and supported by the
College in offering opportunities for community outreach and
service. Examples include annual career development programs
for minority high school students; hosting well-known guest
speakers on campus; and sponsoring food and clothing drives
for disaster victims. Clubs and organizations are encouraged to
work collaboratively with each other in sponsoring programs.
Alliance - provides an opportunity for gay, lesbian, bisexual
and transgendered students to express ideas, voice opinions and
exchange information.
Alpha Beta Gamma® - recognizes and encourages
scholarship among business, computer science and
communications majors at two-year colleges. The society is a
member of The Association of College Honor Societies and has
initiated 65,500 members. Alpha Beta Gamma® is an
International Business Honor Society that was established in
1970. The Delta Omicron chapter was chartered at RVCC in
2006.
Business Club - explores modern business practices.
Campus Crusade for Christ - includes Bible study,
discussion, prayer, fellowship, and community outreach.
Club Unity - encourages campus-wide appreciation of
African Americans, their contributions and history.
Education Club - promotes teaching as a profession.
Game Developers Club - seeks to promote friendly
competition in video, card and board games. Through the club,
gamers can make new friends with similar interests, try a
variety of new games, and learn more about the gaming world.
International Club - encourages campus-wide appreciation
of students of diverse cultural backgrounds, their contributions
and history.
Orgullo Latino/Latin Pride Club - provides campus-wide
awareness and appreciation of Hispanic Americans, their
contributions and history. Provides outreach programs to
encourage Hispanic high school students in our local
communities to seek post-secondary education.
Paralegal Club - fosters interest in a paralegal career and
seeks to provide educational and skill-building opportunities for
its members.
Performing Artists Club - promotes greater understanding
of the performing arts and organizes cultural and social
activities related to performing arts issues and themes. Students
meet to discuss common interests, concerns, networking and
other valuable information.
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Raritan Environmental Action League (R.E.A.L.) - raises
awareness about environmental issues on campus and in our
communities, and actively works to make them better places to
live and work. Current projects include an organic garden;
campus greening and sustainability; EcoWeek, which features
an eco-buffet, fair-trade fashion show and vendor market fair,
campus clean-ups, beach sweep and other events during the
week of Earth Day; as well as films, speakers, and other events
throughout the school year.
The Record, the student newspaper - when available,
provides members of the College community with news
pertaining to the College. Members participate in all aspects of
newspaper production.
Rotaract Club - fosters leadership and responsible
citizenship, encourages high ethical standards in business, and
promotes international understanding and peace. The RVCC
Rotaract club is affiliated with The Rotary International, an
international service organization for men and women ages 1830.
Social Justice Club - raises awareness about contemporary
issues of social justice on the international, national, and local
level. The goal of the club is to encourage discussion and
dialogue about issues.
Student Nurses Association - encourages interest in nursing
as a career and seeks to provide educational and skill-building
opportunities for its members.
Athletics
Raritan Valley Community College is a member of the
National Junior College Athletic Association (Region XIX) and
the Garden State Athletic Conference. The College is presently
engaged in varsity competition in golf, baseball, basketball,
softball and soccer.
Raritan Valley Community College has been represented at
the state and national levels in many sports, enabling students to
compete for athletic scholarships at four-year colleges and
universities.
Raritan Valley Community College presently offers athletic
scholarships to athletes who participate in NJCAA Division II
programs, including Women's Basketball, Men's Basketball,
Women's Softball and Men's Baseball.
Students are also encouraged to use the fitness lab, pool, track
and gymnasium during their leisure time. Athletic facilities are
free to students with a valid ID card.
In an effort to promote athletics among youth, the College
sponsors a variety of summer athletic camps.
To contact athletics, email rvccathletics@raritanval.edu, call
(908) 218-8868 or fax (908) 575-9458.
Services
College Center
The College Center provides members of the College
community with a place to relax, socialize, hold meetings or
study. Lounge areas and meeting rooms are dispersed
throughout the building. The Center includes the dining hall,
the Bookstore, Game Room, the Student Enrollment Center,
Transfer and Career Services, the Corporate and Continuing
Education offices, Finance and Student Activities. Special areas
include an atrium, an outdoor amphitheater and offices of
student organizations.
Bookstore
The Golden Lion Bookstore is located on the lower level of
the College Center. The store sells new and used textbooks,
study aids, computer supplies, clothing, assorted gift items,
greeting cards, snacks and magazines. The bookstore can also
be found online at http://bookstore.raritanval.edu. Visa,
MasterCard, Discover and personal checks are accepted.
Textbook Refund Policy
1.A sales receipt is required for all refunds and exchanges.
2.Returns are accepted within five working days of the date
on the receipt.
3.Refunds will be given for the first 10 days of the semester
if a class has been dropped (Drop/Add form required) and the
receipt is dated within one month of the start of the current
semester. Standard policy in effect thereafter.
4.Exchanges will be granted until the 10th day of the
semester with a recent receipt.
5.If a book has been written in, contains highlighting or is
damaged in any way, only a 75% refund will be given.
6.Shrink-wrapped packages must be returned with all
materials that came in the package. No refund will be given for
packages missing items.
7.Software included in textbooks must not have been loaded
and must have original seal. Internet codes must not have been
used and must have original seal.
8.Refunds will be made in the same form of tender as the
purchase: cash for cash (if cash is not available, as is common
before 10:30 a.m., a choice will be given between check refund
or a refund to credit card), credit cards to credit card account,
check purchase by check issued from the Finance Office within
10 days of the refund.
Textbook Buybacks
The Golden Lion Bookstore has six scheduled textbook
buybacks during the year in February, May, July, August,
October and December during final exams. Dates and times are
posted in the bookstore, around the campus and on the
bookstore's website.
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Parking
All students are responsible for knowing Raritan Valley
Community College's vehicle and parking regulations. See
College Map for student parking locations.
Parking on the Raritan Valley Community College campus is
at the owner's risk. The College has no responsibility for injury
or property damage sustained on its premises.
Parking and driving anywhere on the RVCC campus is a
privilege and not a right. The presence of a vehicle on campus
is an agreement by the driver to abide by these regulations. The
driver acknowledges that RVCC is in no way liable for personal
injury, property damage, or loss of parts or contents of her/his
vehicle.
Vehicles must park within designated parking spaces only. Do
not park in roadways, on lawns, grass medians, in unauthorized
areas, loading areas, overnight (12 a.m. to 6 a.m.), curbside, in
yellow stripped areas, crosswalks, designated visitors lot or any
other area that is deemed by the College as inappropriate.
Vehicles in these locations are deemed to be illegally parked and
are subject to towing. Towing and any storage charges will be
at the owner's expense. Transportation is not provided to
retrieve towed vehicles. Students dropping off or picking up
papers, personal items, etc., are required to park in designated
student parking areas, not the Visitors Lot.
Parking next to a vehicle which straddles a dividing line does
not justify the second vehicle's violation. Lack of an available
parking space in an approved parking area is not a valid excuse
for parking in any unauthorized locations.
Adhere to posted speed limits. The speed limit on campus
roadways is 25 miles per hour. Within parking lots, the speed
limit is 15 miles per hour. Drivers must yield to all pedestrians
in crosswalks and should remain aware of pedestrians walking
in parking lots. Drivers must adhere to any temporary parking
or vehicular traffic regulations established by the College.
Under New Jersey law, a person with a disability may obtain
either a special license plate or vehicle parking placard that
provides special parking privileges. To park in a designated
handicapped parking area on campus, your vehicle must display
handicap license plates or the parking placard. Temporary
parking placards can be issued by a Police Department to a
person who has temporarily lost mobility, as certified by a
physician. Parking placards must be displayed in full view.
Children’s Campus
The Children's Campus is open 12 months a year, from 7:30
a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Located near Parking
Lot #4, the Center accepts children age 3 months through age 5
years. After-kindergarten care is also available. Priority for
registration is given first to RVCC students and employees.
Children from the surrounding communities are accepted on a
space available basis once the priority registration period for
each semester has been concluded. Drop-in care is available as
space permits to regularly enrolled children.
The Center offers a stimulating learning experience for young
children. Curriculum is designed to provide even the youngest
babies with a stimulating and nurturing atmosphere.
For more information, call 908-231-8807 or visit
www.raritanval.edu.
Housing and Transportation
Housing and transportation are not provided by the College.
Identification Cards
All students are required to have a valid Raritan Valley
Community College Identification Card with them at all times
and present it to a College official when requested. The card is
used for identification in various College facilities and for many
services, as well as student activities. The ID’s can be obtained
and validated at the Student Life Office and the Library. The
schedule of times is posted in the Student Life Center, or
students may call the Center for additional information at (908)
218-8873. The student ID card has a bar-code affixed. This barcode is a necessity for use of the College library and the public
libraries in Somerset and Hunterdon Counties. RVCC athletic
facilities are available to students with a valid ID card
depending on availability. The Theatre at RVCC offers
discounted tickets to students with a valid ID card.
Mannheimer Welcome Center
The Mannheimer Welcome Center provides information and
gives directions. Other areas for current information are bulletin
boards, video display screens, the RVCC website, College
publications, and The Record.
Automated Teller Machine (ATM)
An Automated Teller Machine (ATM) is available on campus
by the Mannheimer Welcome Center.
Food Services
Hot meals, fast food, snacks and vending machine services are
provided on the upper level of the College Center in the dining
hall. Service is offered Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m to
6:30 p.m. and Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., when classes are
in session. Vending machine services are available throughout
the campus.
A snack bar featuring nationally branded coffee is available on
the ground floor of Somerset Hall by the Mannheimer Welcome
Center. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 8
p.m., and Fridays, 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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Safety and Health Regulations
Raritan Valley Community College cooperates with all local
regulatory and enforcement agencies. A prompt and safe
evacuation is required when a fire alarm is sounded. When an
alarm sounds all occupants must evacuate immediately. Do not
assume an alarm is false. All occupants must evacuate to
designated evacuation areas along the exterior of the campus.
Do not evacuate to the interior courtyard area of the campus.
Once an evacuation occurs, do not reenter a building until
approved by a Fire or College official.
RVCC is a smoke-free campus. Smoking is prohibited on
campus, except in parking lots located 50 feet or more from a
building. Fines will be imposed for those who violate the
smoke-free policy. Subsequent offenses may also result in
disciplinary action.
Animals are not permitted on College property with the
exception of animals used by individuals with physical
impairments that require their assistance. A service or guide dog
trainer, while engaged in the actual process and activities of
service dogs or guide dogs, shall have the same rights and
privileges with respect to access to public facilities and the same
responsibilities as are applicable to a person with a disability
(Civil Rights Title 10:5-29.3).
Delayed Openings
If the College announces a delayed opening, all offices and
classes will be closed until the announced delayed opening
time.
When a delayed opening impacts the start time for a class, if
there is at least an hour of instructional time left from the
delayed opening time, the class will begin at the delayed
opening time and conclude at the regularly scheduled ending
time.
If a class is scheduled to start before the delayed opening time
and there is less than an hour from the delayed opening time to
the regularly scheduled ending time of the class, the class will
be canceled.
All other classes will meet at regularly scheduled times after
the delayed opening time.
Emergency Notification
Raritan Valley Community College utilizes the Blackboard
Connect-ED communication service in order to notify students,
faculty and staff about actions to take in the event of inclement
weather or an emergency.
The multi-modal emergency notification service enables
campus leaders and security professionals to contact students,
faculty and staff with time-sensitive information and updates
within minutes through phone calls, text messages or e-mail.
The system enables RVCC students and personnel to be
contacted on campus, en route to campus, at home or at work.
Students should sign up for this service through the Lion’s Den
Campus Closing tab.
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EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT
RESOURCES
Children’s Campus (Child Care Center)
The Child Care Center is a college-based facility providing a
combined child care service and learning environment for
infants and children up to age five. In addition to providing
professionally directed child care, the Center offers practical
experience to students of the Early Childhood Education
program and other interested students.
The Conference Center at RVCC
The Conference Center at RVCC serves as a conduit to bring
the corporate and academic communities together.
The center provides conference capabilities for use by the
business community.
• Grand conference room that seats up to 400 people
• Three breakout rooms that seat up to 30 people each
• Computer lab with 24 workstations
• Community room/Board room that holds up to 20 people
The technology available includes: distance learning, internet
access, virtual reality, teleconferencing and multimedia
capabilities.
Evelyn S. Field Library
The Evelyn S. Field Library is located on two floors near the
main entrance of the College. The circulation desk and the
reference desk are both on the first floor. The circulating book
collection is located on the second floor.
• Library Card: The College ID card serves as the library card.
Patrons must activate their library card at first use.
• Group Study Rooms: Group study rooms, which are located
on the upper level, may be reserved for groups of two or more
students for up to three hours at a time.
• Study Space: The library has plenty of seating available for
studying on both levels. Quiet study is offered on the second
floor and in the Robeson Center on the first floor.
• Computers: Computers are available for library research,
writing papers, College e-mail services and general Internet
access.
• Library Instruction: The library's instructional program
offers a wide variety of classes at the developmental level,
through basic instruction to advanced subject-specific classes.
Classes are conducted in our state-of-the-art computer
classroom by the library faculty.
• Photocopying Service: Photocopying is available with the
use of copy cards.
• Collection: The library's collection of books, DVDs, videos,
audio books, journals and newspapers has been selected in
consultation with the faculty to support the curriculum of the
College and to provide academic, cultural and informational
enrichment. The library catalog, which is available from the
library's website, provides access to books, videos and audio
books. Dozens of databases give access to current information
in journals, magazines and newspapers.
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• Remote Access: The library's website serves as the gateway
to the virtual library. Users may conduct research from home
or office using their RVCC network login to access subscription
databases. Users may electronically request inter-library loan
for materials that the RVCC library does not own. Research
questions may be sent to an RVCC librarian through the Ask-aLibrarian service directly from the website.
• Hours: The library is open day, evening and weekend hours
as posted in the library and online at http://library.raritanval.edu.
Video Production/Editing Studios
The Video Production/Editing Studios are located in the West
Building and are used to teach video production and editing
courses. The Editing Studio features Mac and PC digital editing
stations, audio mixing boards, and mini DV/DVD decks. The
Video Production Studio contains camera, lighting and audio
equipment for video production.
Institute for Holocaust and Genocide Studies
Resource Center
Since 1981, the Institute for Holocaust and Genocide Studies
has offered educational programs for educators, students and
the community. Through education and unique programming, it
promotes tolerance, understanding and compassion. The Center
educates thousands of New Jersey students and teachers about
the lessons learned from the Holocaust as well as Genocides
that continue today.
The Resource Center of The Institute for Holocaust and
Genocide Studies is located on the second floor of the Evelyn
S. Field Library at Raritan Valley Community College. The
Resource Room, established in 1999, is a joint project with the
College and The Jewish Federation of Somerset, Hunterdon,
and Warren Counties. The Resource Room houses computers,
books, a video collection, and other reference materials for
research and study as well as an area for classroom instruction.
The Morris and Dorothy Hirsch Research Library of Holocaust
and Genocide Studies is an extensive collection of materials on
the Holocaust, Genocides and Diversity.
Teachers are encouraged to bring their classes to visit the
resource center and have a special program with survivors of
the Holocaust and genocides.
"Learning Through Experience," the Institute's cornerstone
educational program, began as a one-day program 28 years ago
and has now grown into a three-day annual event. It invites
more than 3,000 middle and high school students and educators
to take part in a unique series of guest speaker workshops on the
Holocaust and Genocide.
For information regarding programming, resource
information or annual events, contact (908) 526-1200,
extension 8524.
Testing Center
The Testing Center conducts admissions, placement, and
competency testing for the College, including ESL, English and
Mathematics, foreign languages and technological competency
testing. Students taking make-up exams or tests for online
courses may be required to use the Testing Center. Tests such
as the GED, CLEP and DANTES are also administered at the
College. Photo identification is required prior to testing. (For
placement testing requirements, see Placement Testing.)
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High School Equivalency Testing
The college offers the General Education Development Test
(GED) to qualified applicants who wish to gain a high school
diploma. The test is given by appointment. For additional information, visit www.raritanval.edu/studentserv/testing/ged.html.
The Academic Support Center
The Academic Support Center (ASC), located on the lower
level of Somerset Hall, provides academic support services at
no additional charge to registered RVCC students. The ASC
offers:
• Drop-in Tutoring - Math and English tutors are available
during all hours of operation. Tutoring for many other RVCC
courses is available according to published schedules. ASC
tutors are employed by the College and trained by the College
Reading and Learning Association.
• Learning Support Materials - Reference books, current text
books, DVDs, computer software, and manipulative learning
tools for math and science can be used by all students at the
ASC. The ASC also has state-of-the-art assistive technologies
for students with special needs.
• Computers - Computers with Internet access and learning
support software are available to students for writing papers,
doing research, and completing homework. The ASC staff is
trained to help students with online learning systems and course
software.
• Online Tutoring - Online tutoring is available. ASC writing
tutors provide prompt feedback to English papers submitted
online. Smarthinking, a web-based tutoring service for multiple
subjects, is available on the computers at the ASC. To access
the online tutoring, please visit our website.
• Hours of Operation - Fall and spring semesters: Monday to
Thursday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.- 2 p.m.; Saturday, 10
a.m.- 2 p.m. For summer and intersession hours, visit our
website or stop by for an updated schedule. Limited tutoring
services are available at RVCC’s Franklin instructional site.
For more information about the ASC, call (908) 526-1200, extension
8393 or visit www.raritanval.edu/studentserv/asc/index.html
Students, adjuncts and other professionals interested in
becoming tutors should contact the ASC or check the website
for application information.
Optical Clinic
The optical clinic serves the RVCC community by providing
high quality prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses at a
substantial discount from the retail price. Located on the ground
floor of the College Center, the clinic is operated by the
Ophthalmic Science program and is staffed by students in the
program under the direct supervision of a licensed optician. The
optical clinic contains a state-of-the-art laboratory and can fill
any prescription for contact lenses or eyeglasses.
Paul Robeson Institute
The Paul Robeson Institute for Ethics, Leadership, and Social
Justice was founded in 1999 to preserve Paul Robeson's legacy
in the area where he came of age as an artist, athlete, orator, and
scholar. The Institute envisions a global community of diverse
cultures that embodies, through attitudes and behaviors, Paul
Robeson's ideals, beliefs, values, and vision for a world of
justice and peace.
The Paul Robeson Institute offers:
• Opportunities for individuals and community that foster a
spirit of inquiry and excellence in academic studies,
communication skills, and the arts and sciences
• Educational workshops, seminars, and forums that train
educators to integrate the history and contributions of
African-Americans into the full educational curriculum as
required by the New Jersey Amistad mandate
• Cultural happenings such as exhibits, lectures, concerts, and
artistic events
• Programs that emphasize the core values needed by young
adults for leadership roles and civic participation in the 21st
Century
• Annual Paul Robeson Youth Achievement Awards to
distinguish and honor middle school and high school
students who are following the Robeson role model as
leaders and achievers in the following categories:
Arts, Scholarship, Athletics, and Community Service.
Since April 2003, the Robeson Institute's Resource Room,
located on the first floor of the Evelyn S. Field Library, has
served as a repository for the historical records and memorabilia
of Robeson's Somerville years. The Resource Room is an
information center for Robeson's national and worldwide
activities.
Physical Education Complex
The physical education complex consists of indoor and
outdoor facilities. The indoor facilities are highlighted by a
10,000 square foot gymnasium, a natatorium which houses a
six-lane heated pool and a newly renovated fitness center. The
2,800 square foot fitness center contains training equipment
such as Lifecycles and assorted Nautilus equipment. The stateof-the-art fitness center provides a variety of equipment
designed for personal wellness and conditioning.
Outdoor facilities include four full-length basketball courts; a
soccer field and a six-lane, 400 meter track; a baseball diamond;
one softball field; and modern scoreboards for each ball field.
Athletic facilities are available to members of the student
body for recreational activities, and all students are encouraged
to participate in a variety of programs from physical education
to intercollegiate athletics.
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The Planetarium
The 100-seat Planetarium first opened in 1990 and
underwent an extensive technology upgrade in the fall of 2008.
A computerized AllDome High Definition projection system
was installed, offering visitors an immersive virtual tour of the
Universe. The Planetarium is also equipped with an array of
video projectors and laser disk and DVD players, all of which
are computer controlled by a SkySkan Automation System.
These outer space visuals are complemented by a 5.1 surround
sound audio system.
The Planetarium also features a gift shop and exhibit area.
Exhibits include 1/15th scale models of the Space Shuttle and
Hubble Space Telescope; various images from the Space
Telescope; a Gravity Well; an H-R Diagram; and a series of five
displays that describes our place in the Universe. A 355-pound
iron meteorite is on permanent loan from the American Museum
of Natural History. A small observatory using a 14-inch Meade
telescope will be permanently installed in the near future, along
with a variety of portable telescopes that will be available to
visitors.
Each year the Planetarium provides programs to more than
20,000 school children, as well as 8,000 public attendees.
Presentations include such topics as the changing seasonal sky,
tours of the solar system, exploration of our Milky Way Galaxy
and eclipses.
Introduction to Astronomy classes are offered each semester
for credit students and meet regularly in the Planetarium. Other
College courses that use the facility include Geology, Multimedia, Quest and Geography.
Since 2004 the Planetarium facility has been part of RVCC's
New Jersey Astronomy Center for Education (NJACE).
NJACE, through its Teaching Institute, coordinates Project
ASTRO and Family ASTRO and conducts teacher workshops,
science education consulting, and in-service programs to K-12
educators throughout New Jersey and across the country.
two teaching laboratories, which each accommodate 20
students, the Institute features a microscope room, a cell culture
room, an equipment/instrument room, a prep room and a
classroom. The labs and the classroom are equipped with
networked computers, audiovisual equipment and projectors.
The state-of-the-art facility offers the standard laboratory
equipment that includes hoods, freezers and refrigerators,
spectrophotometers and microscopes, as well as incubators, a
deionized water supply for the labs and the prep area, a Gel Doc
system, a PCR machine and an autoclave.
Biology laboratories are equipped with microscopes,
autoclaves, spectrophotometers, preserved specimens, and
models. The 240-acre campus, surrounded by mature forest
growth, fields, and a pond, provides a natural living laboratory
for botany and ecology courses. A herbarium collection of
several hundred specimens for teaching local plant
identification and a greenhouse with a collection of tropical and
subtropical plants are also maintained.
Chemistry laboratories are equipped with hoods, each
ventilated to the outside, and workstations with gas and water
lines. Students use a variety of precision balances, infrared, UVvisible, and atomic absorption spectrophotometers, as well as
gas chromatographs.
The laboratory supporting physics and engineering courses
has an array of diverse equipment and instrumentation for
mechanics, heat, sound, light and electromagnetic experiments.
Students in the circuits laboratory course use analog and digital
equipment to perform direct, alternating, or three-phase circuit
analysis.
Integration of computer-aided design into the engineering
science curricula is ongoing. Students in engineering graphics
and other courses have access to a computer laboratory
equipped with workstations and digitizer tablets which support
AutoCAD, a professional drafting and design software package,
widely used in business and industry.
Science Laboratories
The Theatre at RVCC
Laboratories for science courses, located in the Christine Todd
Whitman Science Center, are state-of-the-art facilities. In
addition to the standard equipment required by each discipline,
the laboratories house networked microcomputer workstations,
providing faculty and students with access to the College’s
Learning Resources Center, e-mail, and the Internet. Students
are encouraged to use word processing, database, and
spreadsheet applications to generate lab reports. Faculty are
expanding the use of computers for the collection and
processing of data through interfacing, and are incorporating
appropriate simulation exercises into the laboratory experiences
in the various disciplines.
The $2 million Institute for Biotechnology Education -- which
is located in the College's Christine Todd Whitman Science
Center -- has two wet laboratories, a cell culture room, a
classroom and cutting-edge instrumentation to support the
College's biotechnology curriculum. The College offers an
Associate of Applied Science (AAS), Associate of Science (AS)
and a Certificate Program in Biotechnology. In addition to the
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The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College opened in
1985 with a mission to serve RVCC and the community at large.
Each season, the Theatre presents the Major Artists Series and
The Merck Series, which is made possible by a grant from The
Merck Company Foundation. Additionally, the Theatre presents
Tuesdays with Stories, which offers an opportunity to experience
great American literature; the Family and Sampler Series, which
feature programs for children and their families; and SchoolTime Performances, a series of educational field trip events for
teachers and students grades pre-K to 12.
The Theatre complex consists of two performing spaces. The
Edward Nash Theatre is a proscenium-style auditorium with
1,000 seats on two levels. With excellent acoustics and sight
lines, it is a perfect setting for concerts, theatre and dance. The
Welpe Theatre is a flexible studio space that seats 100 to 150
people, depending upon the configuration. It is a perfect setting
for more intimate and experimental performances.
For additional information about The Theatre at RVCC and a
complete list of performances, visit www.rvccArts.org.
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Visual and Performing Arts Studios
The Visual and Performing Arts curricula are supported by the
studio and performance spaces located in the Arts Building, in
the West Building, and in the Theatre.
The studio arts area includes nine studios: a ceramics studio
with outdoor Raku firing area, a printmaking studio, a drawing
studio, a painting studio, a sculpture studio with outdoor
welding and bronze casting area, black-and-white and color
photography studios, a computer art studio, a design studio, and
an art history classroom.
The ceramics studio has a handbuilding room, wheel room
with 14 electric wheels and two kick wheels, two glazing areas
and a kiln room. There area five electric kilns and one 17-cubic
foot gas kiln. The outdoor Raku firing area can support four
Raku kilns firing simultaneously.
The photography studio has a large black-and-white
darkroom area with 13 enlargers; a classroom for lectures and
critiques; a film developing room; and a color photography area
with individual enclosures for each color enlarger, Ilfochrome
and RA color processors; and an area with a large format copy
camera and large format enlarger that can handle formats up to
4x5.
The painting studio is equipped with 20 steel easels, drawing
tables, stretcher storage racks and daylight track lighting. Large
windows in the north wall provide excellent light for daytime
painting classes. The painting studio serves acrylic and oil
painting classes, as well as watercolor and drawing classes. A
second drawing studio, which may also be used for painting
classes, is equipped with track lighting, drawing stools and
pinable walls.
A large lecture room fitted with multiple audio-visual display
possibilities serves as an art history and art appreciation
classroom.
There is a 20-station computer art studio in the Arts Building
that is used by students taking 2D Design, Color Theory, and
various photography and printmaking classes.
The advanced graphic design studio, digital photo studio, and
video production studio are located in the West Building. The
video studio has four digital editing stations. The graphic design
studio has professional digital equipment for Graphic Design,
Illustration, Typography, Web Page Design and 2D and 3D
Animation. Digital Photography is also taught in the graphic
design studio.
The music program classes are held in the Arts Building. The
music rehearsal studio is used for performing ensemble
rehearsals, music classes and small recitals. A second
classroom-studio is equipped with electronic pianos for
keyboard proficiency and theory study. An electronic music lab
is equipped with computer-keyboard stations with MIDIequipped synthesizers and selected music technologies and
software programs for music notation and ear-training skills.
All music studios are equipped with sound reproduction
equipment. A fourth music classroom for music theory classes
is equipped with a digital projector and sound reproduction
equipment. Informal concerts/recitals are held in the music
rehearsal studio. Formal concerts/recitals are presented in the
Welpe and Nash Theatres. Soundproof practice modules are
available to music students for instrumental or vocal practice.
The dance studio, located in the Arts Building, is equipped
with a wood-sprung floor and Marley surface, mirror, barres
and a media/projection unit. The dance studio serves for classes
in modern dance, ballet, jazz, performance of repertory and
choreography. An additional performing arts studio, with a
semi-sprung floor and mirrors, is used for classes and rehearsal
space and is shared among the three performing arts (dance,
music, and theatre). Dance concerts utilize the Nash Theatre, a
proscenium-style stage with 1,000 seats on two levels. The
Welpe Theatre, a flexible studio/black box space, is a perfect
setting for more intimate and experimental performances.
The theatre arts classes are taught in the College Theatre (in
the Welpe Theatre) and in the Arts Building. Theatre
productions—both dramatic and musical—dance concerts, and
music recitals and concerts are held in the Edward Nash Theatre
or the smaller Welpe Theatre.
Civic Engagement
Civic engagement is an essential element of the learning
process. Raritan Valley Community College's commitment to
civic engagement is designed to increase the ethical and civic
responsibility of our citizens, both in our College community
and in our surrounding neighborhood. As a member of Campus
Compact, whose mission is to promote community service that
develops student citizenship skills, the College values and
encourages partnerships with the community that promote civic
engagement.
RVCC is one of a select number of colleges and universities
to receive a new Community Engagement classification from
the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. It is
one of nine community colleges nationwide—and the only
community college in New Jersey—to receive this honor.
RVCC earned this prestigious designation for its Service
Learning Program and other community engagement programs
and services. The selection was based on institutionalized
practices of community engagement that showed alignment
among mission, culture, leadership, resources, and practices.
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ACADEMIC RESOURCES
Raritan Valley Community College awards Associate of Arts
degrees (A.A.), Associate of Science degrees (A.S.), Associate
of Fine Arts degrees (A.F.A.), Associate of Applied Science
degrees (A.A.S.), and certificates to students who have
completed approved programs.
Satisfaction of associate degree requirements is measured by
the pattern of courses taken and the number of credits earned,
not by the amount of time it takes to complete them. The number
of credits required varies somewhat according to the program,
but always totals 60 or more. Although associate degree
programs are designed to be completed in two years (four
consecutive semesters, summers not included), the actual
amount of time needed by particular students will vary
depending upon their individual and family circumstances, as
well as their academic preparation. For example, students in the
nursing or engineering science programs frequently require
more than four semesters to complete the degree. Academic
preparation is determined by placement tests.
Transfer Programs (A.A., A.S., A.F.A.)
In general, transfer programs are designed for students who
are planning a career that requires at least four years of college
preparation. Upon completion of an associate degree program at
RVCC, students are prepared for transfer into the junior year of
baccalaureate study at a four-year college.
Career Programs (A.A.S.)
Career programs are designed to prepare students for direct
entry into the career field of their choice upon completion of
studies. Although the career programs are not designed for
transfer to four-year schools, it is possible to do so. The number
of credits acceptable for transfer depends on the program taken
at the College and the individual four-year college involved.
RVCC also offers a joint career program leading to an
Associate of Applied Science degree in partnership with
Hunterdon Polytech. The program combines the facilities and
faculties of the College and its partner institution. Students
enrolled in a joint program attend classes at both the College and
the designated educational facility following a prepared course
pattern approved by the appropriate institutions.
Certificate Programs
The College offers a number of certificate programs that
provide specialized training for occupational preparation. Most
certificate offerings can be completed by full-time students in
one year.
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Dual Majors
Students are permitted to pursue a double major provided that
they have met with and received the approval of an academic
advisor. The student will receive curriculum information for
both programs and be advised of additional admission
requirements.
Honors Program
The Honors Program offers qualified students the opportunity
to take challenging classes that will be documented on their
transcripts and will facilitate their admission to many four-year
colleges.
Students may choose from a variety of Honors opportunities:
• Several Honors courses in different academic areas are
offered each semester. Honors courses offer sophisticated uses
of research, introduce stimulating readings from varied sources,
promote diverse approaches to writing, and encourage
independent study.
• Many regular courses offer the Honors Option, an Honorslevel project within a non-Honors course.
• The Honors Programs calls for 15 to 18 credits of Honors
and Honors Option courses and a public, scholarly presentation.
The Honors Program and its courses are open not only to
RVCC students but also to recent high school graduates, high
school seniors in advanced placement programs, and transfer
students from other colleges. The general requirement for
Honors courses and Honors Option projects is either a
minimum grade point average of 3.5 or the permission of the
instructor; some courses carry additional requirements. See the
Honors Course Descriptions in this catalog. For further
information about the Honors Program and about the specific
courses offered each semester, see the Honors Program page of
the RVCC website.
Cooperative Education
Cooperative Education is a college experience in which
students work part-time, acquire academic credit along with onthe-job training, and are paid for the work they do.
Occasionally, students may volunteer their time where the
experience is considered valuable and the sponsor is unable to
pay the students.
For students in the College’s liberal arts program who may
not have decided on their life goal, the cooperative education
program allows a sampling of various professional and
vocational environments.
For career students, cooperative education offers an
opportunity to gain experience in their chosen field and to
audition for a potential full-time employer.
Cooperative education is frequently used by students in the
following academic programs: accounting, business
management, criminal justice, computer information systems,
early childhood education, events planning, fitness specialist,
paralegal studies, liberal arts, real estate, retailing, science, and
mathematics.
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Service Learning
Service Learning at Raritan Valley Community College
provides students with the unique opportunity of serving in the
community and receiving academic credit for their efforts.
Students enrolled in courses that offer service learning get
involved in a community service activity that relates to their
coursework. Students reflect on their experience either through
journals, essays, reflective papers, group discussion or in-class
presentations.
Students receive many benefits from their participation in
Service Learning. It enriches academic learning; develops
problem-solving and critical thinking skills; improves
communication, writing and life skills; enhances career
development; contributes to a sense of civic responsibility; and
fosters an appreciation of people with diverse backgrounds and
life situations.
The Service Learning Program provides established
community placements with numerous organizations in
Somerset and Hunterdon counties where students can serve.
Some of them include K-12 public schools, after-school
programs, day care centers, hospitals, adult day care centers,
churches, libraries, homeless shelters, animal shelters, soup
kitchens, nursing homes, assisted care living facilities,
probation and police departments, court houses and youth
correctional facilities. Students get involved in various service
learning activities, such as tutoring, mentoring, recreation,
companionship, health education, safety programs, protecting
legal rights and business-related projects.
For additional information about the Service Learning
Program, visit www.raritanval.edu/servicelearning, or contact
the program director, (908) 526-1200, extension 8284.
Internships
Raritan Valley Community College offers a college-wide
internship program. Participants are able to:
• Explore career choices and gain work experience in their
current field of interest
• Apply their classroom learning to real work situations and
challenges
• Become a more marketable candidate when they enter the
workforce on a full-time basis
• Develop valuable job search abilities and skills in such
areas as communication, problem-solving, organizing,
prioritizing, etc.
• Build valuable business contacts
Students are encouraged to begin internships when they have
completed at least 15 credit hours at RVCC and have some idea
about what career they’re interested in pursuing. Internships
vary from short-term projects to meet a company’s needs or can
last a full semester. The length of an internship is limited by a
company’s needs and budget, as well as a student’s interest and
schedule.
For more information, contact the internship coordinator,
(908) 526-1200, extension 8437.
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2010-2011*
FALL SESSION 2010
Fall Tuition Payment Due
July 30, 20101
August 18, 2010
$30 Late Registration Fee Begins
September 1, 2010
First Day of Classes
September 6, 2010
Labor Day - College Closed
October 18-23, 2010
Midterm Reporting Period
November 24, 2009
College Open - No Academic Classes
November 25-28, 2010
Thanksgiving Recess - College Closed
December 13, 2010
Last Day of Classes
December 14-20, 2010
Final Examinations
December 16, 2010
Commencement
2
REVIEW SESSION 2011
January 4, 2011
Session Begins
January 14, 2011
Last Day of Session
SPRING SESSION 2011
January 5, 20111
Spring Tuition Payment Due
January 6, 2011
$30 Late Registration Fee Begins
January 17, 2011
Martin Luther King Day - College Closed
January 18, 2011
First Day of Classes
February 28-March 5, 2011
Midterm Reporting Period
March 7-11, 2011
Spring Recess - No Academic Classes
May 2, 2011
Last Day of Classes
May 3-9, 2011
Final Examinations
May 11, 2011
Commencement
*The College reserves the right to modify this calendar.
Notes:
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1
Students registering after this date pay tuition at the time of registration.
2
Classes begin prior to Labor Day.
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NEW JERSEY GENERAL EDUCATION FOUNDATION
All degree programs offered by RVCC contain a core of courses that fulfills General Education requirements established by the New
Jersey Council of County Colleges (NJCCC). The purpose of these courses is to develop students' intellectual capacities, abilities, and
skills; and to expose students to the ideas and values of a broad range of academic fields including arts, communications, humanities,
social sciences, natural sciences, mathematics, and technology. The specific General Education Learning Goals established by NJCCC
are presented in the following table.
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Goal Category
Written and Oral
Communication
Quantitative Knowledge
and Skills
Scientific Knowledge
and Reasoning
Technological
Competency/Information
Literacy
Society and Human
Behavior
Humanistic Perspective
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Historical Perspective
8
Global and Cultural
Awareness
Ethical Reasoning and Students will understand ethical issues and situations.
Action
1
2
3
4
5
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Course Criteria
Students will communicate effectively in both speech and writing.
Students will use appropriate mathematical and statistical concepts and operations to interpret data and to solve
problems.
Students will use the scientific method of inquiry, through the acquisition of scientific knowledge.
Students will use computer systems or other appropriate forms of technology to achieve educational and
personal goals.
Students will use social science theories and concepts to analyze human behavior and social and political
institutions and to act as responsible citizens.
Students will analyze works in the fields of art, history, music, or theater; literature; philosophy and/or religious
studies; and/or will gain competence in the use of a foreign language.
Students will understand historical events and movements in World, Western, non-Western or American
societies and assess their subsequent significance.
Students will understand the importance of a global perspective and culturally diverse peoples.
The distribution of General Education course credits for RVCC degrees and certificates is presented in the following table.
RVCC courses that satisfy these General Education requirements are listed on the following page.
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GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES
ENGLISH COMPOSITION
ENGL-111 English I
ENGL-112 English II
COMMUNICATION
COMM-101 Speech
COMM-110 Interpersonal Communication
MATHEMATICS
MATH-100 Finite Mathematics
MATH-101 Number Systems
MATH-102 Problem Solving
MATH-103c Quantitative Literacy
MATH-110 Statistics I
MATH-111 Statistics II
MATH-112 Precalculus I
MATH-113 Precalculus II
MATH-114H Precalculus Honors
MATH-150 Applied Calculus
MATH-151 Calculus I
MATH-152 Calculus II
MATH-251 Calculus III
MATH-254 Differential Equations
MATH-255 Discrete Mathematics
MATH-256 Linear Algebra
SCIENCE
BIOL-101 General Biology I (lab)
BIOL-102 General Biology II (lab)
BIOL-111 Principles of Biology (lab)
BIOL-120 Human Biology (lab)
BIOL-124 Anatomy & Physiology I (lab)
BIOL-125 Anatomy & Physiology II (lab)
BIOL-133 Principles of Microbiology (lab)
BIOL-142 Nutrition (non-lab)
BIOL-150 Plants, Humans & the Environment (lab)
BIOL-231 General Ecology (lab)
CHEM-102 Introduction to Chemistry (lab)
CHEM-103 General Chemistry I (lab)
CHEM-104 General Chemistry II (lab)
ENVI-101 Introduction to Environmental Studies (non-lab)
GEOL-157 Introduction to Geology (lab)
PHYS-101 General Physics I (lab)
PHYS-102 General Physics II (lab)
PHYS-112 Concepts of Physics (lab)
PHYS-120 Introduction to Astronomy (non-lab)
PHYS-130 Astronomy (lab)
TECHNOLOGICAL COMPETENCY
CISY-102 Computer Literacy
CISY-103 Computer Concepts & Programming
CISY-105 Foundations of Computer Science
CISY-122 Introduction to Information Systems
SOCIAL SCIENCE
ANTH-101 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (GCA)
ANTH-102 Human Origins
ECON-101 Macroeconomics
ECON-102 Microeconomics
GEOG-101 Introduction to Physical Geography (GCA)
GEOG-102 Introduction to Cultural Geography (GCA)
POLI-101 Introduction to Political Science
POLI-121 American Government and Politics
POLI-231 International Relations
PSYC-103 Introduction to Psychology
SOCI-101 Introduction to Sociology
GLOBAL AND CULTURAL AWARENESS
ANTH-201 North American Indians
ANTH-202 Global Patterns of Racism
COMM-201 Intercultural Communication
ENGL-207 Global Patterns of Racism
HIST-204 Global Patterns of Racism
PHIL-210 Feminist Philosophy
PSYC-203 Psychology of Women and Gender
SOCI-208 Introduction to Global Studies
SOCI-231 American Minority Relations
WGST-110 Introduction to Women and Gender Studies
(GCA) = Meets Global & Cultural Awareness Requirement for
General Education Foundation
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HUMANITIES
Appreciation of the Arts
ARTH-101 Art Appreciation
ARTH-110 Art from Prehistory to the Gothic Period
ARTH-111 Art from the Renaissance to the Modern Era
ARTH-208 Art Beyond the Western World (GCA)
ARTH-223 History of Photography
DANC-110 Dance Appreciation
DANC-121 World Dance History (GCA)
DANC-122 Contemporary Dance History
MUSC-102 Introduction to Music
MUSC-103 Rock N’ Roll History & Culture
MUSC-105 Survey of Jazz Music
FILM-101 Art of the Movies, Film Appreciation and Analysis
FILM-122 Survey of American Film
THEA-103 Introduction to Theatre
THEA-107 History of the Theatre: Classical
THEA-108 History of the Theatre: Modern
THEA-205 American Musical Theatre
English Literature
ENGL-201 Introduction to Literature
ENGL-211 Masterpieces of Early World Literature (GCA)
ENGL-212 World Literature Since the Renaissance (GCA)
ENGL-213 Autobiography
ENGL-214 Race in American Literature and Popular Culture (GCA)
ENGL-221 American Literature: Colonial Through the Civil War
ENGL-222 American Literature: Post Civil War to the Present
ENGL-223 Ethnic Writers in America (GCA)
ENGL-224 The Short Story
ENGL-226 Introduction to Poetry
ENGL-231 African-American Literature (GCA)
ENGL-235 English Literature: Middle Ages through 18th Century
ENGL-236 English Literature: Romantic Period to the Present
ENGL-262 Drama
ENGL-290 Women in Literature (GCA)
ENGL-291 Masculinity in Literature (GCA)
Foreign Language
FREN-103 Introduction to French I
FREN-104 Introduction to French II
FREN-201 Intermediate French I
FREN-202 Intermediate French II
FREN-211 Survey of French Culture (GCA)
FREN-215 Modern French Literature
FREN-224 French Conversation & Composition I
FREN-225 French Conversation & Composition II
GRMN-103 Introduction to German I
GRMN-104 Introduction to German II
GRMN-201 Intermediate German I
GRMN-202 Intermediate German II
GRMN-203 Introduction to German Literature I (GCA)
GRMN-204 Introduction to German Literature II (GCA)
GRMN-224 German Conversation & Composition I
GRMN-225 German Conversation & Composition II
ITAL-101 Introduction to Italian I
ITAL-102 Introduction to Italian II
ITAL-201 Intermediate Italian I
ITAL-202 Intermediate Italian II
SPAN-103 Introduction to Spanish I
SPAN-104 Introduction to Spanish II
SPAN-105 Introduction to Spanish II with Review
SPAN-201 Intermediate Spanish I
SPAN-202 Intermediate Spanish II
SPAN-210 Spanish for Native and Heritage Speakers I
SPAN-211 Survey of Spanish Culture (GCA)
SPAN-213 Spanish for Native and Heritage Speakers II
SPAN-215 Spanish Literature (GCA)
SPAN-223 Spanish American Civilization (GCA)
SPAN-224 Spanish Conversation & Composition I
SPAN-225 Spanish Conversation & Composition II
SPAN-241 Special Topics in Spanish: Issues in the Spanish Speaking World Today
History
HIST-101 World Civilization I (GCA)
HIST-102 World Civilization II (GCA)
HIST-191 African-American History (GCA)
HIST-201 United States History: Beginning to 1877
HIST-202 United States History: 1877 to Present
HIST-212 Asian Civilization (GCA)
Philosophy and Religion
PHIL-101 Introduction to Philosophy
PHIL-102 Ancient and Medieval Philosophy
PHIL-103 Introduction to Formal Logic
PHIL-105 World Religions (GCA)
PHIL-106 Current Moral and Social Issues
PHIL-113 Critical Thinking
PHIL-114 Ethics
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COMPUTER SCIENCE (CISY) PROGRAMMING
ELECTIVES LIST
PROGRAMMING ELECTIVES
CIS ELECTIVES
CISY103
CISY105
CISY224
CISY225
CISY227
CISY233
CISY235
CISY237
CISY238
CISY242
CISY244
CISY249
CISY254
CISY256
Any Programming Elective can be used as a CIS Elective
CISY257
CISY260
CISY262
CISY263
CISY265
CISY266
CISY267
CISY285
CISY286
CISY288
CISY289
CISY290
CISY291
Computer Concepts & Programming*
Foundations of Computer Science*
Intro to Visual Basic.NET
Web Page Development I
Extensible Markup Language (XML)
Relational Database & Web Applications
Microsoft.NET Framework
UNIX and Linux
C Programming
Object Oriented Programming
JavaScript
JAVA
Data Structures
Computer Architecture & Assembly
Language
Advanced JAVA
Active Server Pages.NET
Advanced Active Server Pages.NET
Microsoft.NET Security
Intro to C#.NET
Microsoft.NET Databases
Programming for Game Developers
Database Development & Design
Intro to Oracle, SQL & PL-SQL
Advanced Oracle & PL-SQL
MS SQL Server
Advanced Game Design and Development
Interactive Multimedia Programming
CISY102 Computer Literacy*
Not permitted for Computer Science,
Computer Programming A.A.S.,
Computer Programming Certificate
CISY106 Fundamentals of Game Design
CISY113 Desktop Computer Hardware & Software
CISY114 Interactive Multimedia I
CISY122 Intro to Information Systems*
CISY132 Systems Analysis & Design
CISY162 Intro to E-Commerce Tech
CISY208 Interactive Multimedia II
CISY210 Project Management
CISY211 Systems Development & Implementation
CISY217 Operating Systems
CISY219 Networking Essentials
CISY225 Web Page Development I
CISY229 Information Security Fundamentals
CISY232 Internet & Web Architecture
CISY237 UNIX and Linux
CISY253 Advanced Computer Networking
CISY258 Network Planning & Administration
CISY261 Microcomputer Applications
CISY268 Web Page Development II
CISY270 Intro to Cisco Networking
CISY271 Intermediate Cisco Networking
CISY272 Advanced Cisco Networking I
CISY273 Advanced Cisco Networking II
CISY274 Privacy, Ethics & Computer Forensics
CISY275 UNIX and Linux Security Management
CISY276 Windows Security Management
CISY285 Database Development & Design
CISY294 Oracle Database Administration
Fundamentals
CISY292 Computer Cooperative Education I
CISY293 Computer Cooperative Education II
CISY295 Computer Cooperative Education III
* General Education Technological Competency Elective
Students in transfer programs are strongly encouraged to check the transferability of any course selected.
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MATH CURRICULUM FLOWCHART
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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
PROGRAM - DEGREE OR CERTIFICATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PAGE
BUSINESS PROGRAMS
Accounting - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Accounting Information Systems - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Business Administration - A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Business Liberal Arts - A.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Business Management - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Financial Services - A.A.S. in Business Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Financial Services - Certificate of Completion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
Food & Beverage Management - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
Homeland Security & Emergency Management - Certificate of Completion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
International Business Program - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
International Business - Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Management Information Systems - A.S. in Business Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Marketing - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
Computer Networking - A.A.S. in Computer Information Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Computer Networking - Certificate - Traditional Emphasis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Computer Networking - Certificate - Cisco Emphasis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Computer Networking - Certificate of Completion - Cisco Emphasis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Computer Networking - Certificate - Cyber Security Emphasis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Computer Programming - A.A.S. in Computer Information Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Computer Programming - Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Computer Science - A.S. in Science & Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Computer Support - Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Computer Support - Certificate of Completion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Game Development - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
Information Systems & Technology - A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Information Systems & Technology - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Web Developer - A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139
Web Developer - Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Web Programming - Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Early Childhood Education: P-3 - A.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Early Childhood Education - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Early Childhood Education - Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Education: K-12 - A.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
ENGINEERING/TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
Air Conditioning, Refrigeration & Heating Technology - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Automotive Technology - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Electric Utility Technology - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Engineering Science - A.S. in Engineering Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Technical Studies - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135
LIBERAL ARTS PROGRAMS
Communication Studies - A.A. in Liberal Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
English - A.A. in Liberal Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
Human Services - Certificate of Completion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Human Services - Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
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Human Services - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
Human Services/Pre-Social Work Option in Liberal Arts - A.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Liberal Arts - A.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Liberal Arts - Environmental Studies Option - A.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Liberal Arts - Social Science Option - A.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Liberal Arts - Women and Gender Studies Option - A.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
MATHEMATICS/SCIENCE PROGRAMS
Biology - A.S. in Science & Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Biotechnology - A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Biotechnology - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Biotechnology - Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Chemical Laboratory Technology - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Chemistry - A.S. in Science & Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Environmental Science - A.S. in Science & Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
General Science/Pre-Health Professional - A.S. in Science & Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Mathematics - A.S. in Science & Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
MEDICAL PROGRAMS
Dental Assisting - Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Dental Hygiene - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Health Information Technology - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Health Information Technology - Medical Coding - Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Health Science - A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Medical Assistant - Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Nursing (RN) - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
Nursing (PN/AD) - A.A.S. in Nursing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Ophthalmic Science - A.A.S. in Ophthalmics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Ophthalmic Science - Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technician - Certificate of Completion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Pre-Medical Professional - A.S. in Science & Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
Pre-Pharmacy - A.S. in Science & Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Respiratory Care - A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133
VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAMS
Dance - A.F.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Graphic Design - A.F.A. in Visual Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Music - A.A. in Liberal Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Music - A.F.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123
Studio Arts - A.A. in Liberal Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Theatre Arts - A.A. in Liberal Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Visual Arts - A.F.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138
OTHER CAREER ORIENTED PROGRAMS
Corrections - Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
CPA Education Requirement - Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Criminal Justice - A.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Digital Media/Film Studies - A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Digital Video Production - Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Emergency Services - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Emergency Services - Fire Science Option - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Event Planning/Meeting Management - Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Exercise Science - A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
Fitness Specialist - Certificate of Completion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Interior Design - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
Law Enforcement - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Multimedia Communications - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
Multimedia Communications - Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121
Paralegal Studies - A.A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Paralegal Studies - Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Veterinary Technology - Articulated Agreement leading to an A.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137
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Associate of Applied Science Degree
The Associate of Applied Science degree in Accounting is a
career program that is primarily designed to prepare students to
secure entry-level positions directly upon completion. Our
graduates are hired by major accounting firms, Fortune 500
companies, as well as many diverse smaller businesses. While
this Career Program is focused on developing job skills leading
to successful employment, ensuring the transfer of many of our
credits to senior institutions for students who take courses at the
college is also a priority.
It is important to note that for those students who may decide
to pursue a four year degree in the future and possibly a long
term career in Accounting, that their A.A.S. degree in
Accounting is comprised of many of the education
requirements mandated by the New Jersey State Board of
Accountancy that enables one to sit for the C.P.A. examination.
Through both traditional and creative approaches to teaching,
which include Service Learning, we encourage in our students
the capacity to learn, willingness to accept constructive
criticism, self-discipline, good study and practice habits,
communication, self-motivation and esteem, intellectual
curiosity and a team work ethic and leadership.
Graduates are able to:
• apply accounting knowledge to make business decisions
• use financial statements to measure the financial
performance of a business
• record business transactions resulting in financial statements
This degree is offered through the Business and Public
Service Department, whose mission is to provide challenging
career-oriented undergraduate programs to business and public
service students, educating them to the level of competency
needed for successful transfer to four year institutions or
immediate career path entry into the global market.
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
BUSI-111
ACCT-101
BUSI-161
MATH-110
CISY-122
Credits
English I
3
Introduction to Business Administration 3
Financial Accounting
4
Business Math or
Statistics I1
3
Introduction to Information Systems
3
ENGL-112
ACCT-104
ACCT-225
ECON-101
English II
Managerial Accounting
Accounting Using Microcomputers
Macroeconomics
Social Science2
3
4
3
3
3
ACCT-203
ACCT-221
ACCT-211
BUSI-131
Intermediate Accounting I
Tax Accounting I
Cost Accounting
Business Law I
Social Science2
4
3
3
3
3
ACCT-204
ACCT-222
BUSI-250
Intermediate Accounting II
Auditing
Business Simulation Seminar
Science2
Humanities2
4
3
3
3-4
3
Total Credits 64 - 65
Students must take Mathematics Placement Test. Consult with
Accounting faculty for appropriate placement in Business Math
(BUSI-161) or Statistics I (MATH-110). The Statistics I course is
recommended for students intending to transfer to a 4-year
institution.
1
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
2
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Accounting - A.A.S.
Accounting
Accounting Information Systems - A.A.S.
Accounting Information Systems
Associate of Applied Science Degree
The Accounting Information Systems A.A.S. Degree is
an option in Accounting. This degree is designed to
combine knowledge in Accounting with more in-depth
knowledge of computers and computer applications.
Professional employment opportunities require
demonstrated computer competence. Also, increased
emphasis is being placed on accounting knowledge, even
for those employees not part of financial function. In a
large segment of business operations, the distinction
between the two disciplines has become blurred.
Therefore, students will have better job market
opportunities if they have a good solid background in
computers as well as accounting.
This combined program will enable students to
immediately apply what they learn to the workplace.
While this is a career program that is focused on
developing job skills leading to successful employment,
ensuring the transfer of many of our credits to senior
institutions is also a priority.
Graduates are able to:
• apply accounting knowledge to make business
decisions
• use financial statements to measure the financial
performance of a business
• record business transactions resulting in financial
statements
• generate financial information for decision making
from a computerized accounting system
This degree is offered through the Business and Public
Service Department, whose mission is to provide
challenging career-oriented undergraduate programs to
business and public service students, educating them to
the level of competency needed for successful transfer to
four year institutions or immediate career path entry into
the global market.
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Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
BUSI-111
ACCT-101
BUSI-161
MATH-110
CISY-122
Credits
English I
3
Introduction to Business Administration
3
Financial Accounting
4
Business Mathematics1 or
Statistics I1
3
Introduction to Information Systems
3
ENGL-112
ACCT-104
CISY-132
ECON-101
English II
Managerial Accounting
Systems Analysis & Design
Macroeconomics
Social Science2
ACCT-203
CISY-261
CISY-285
BUSI-131
Intermediate Accounting I
Microcomputer Applications
Data Base Development & Design
Business Law I
Science (lab or non-lab)2
4
3
3
3
3-4
ACCT-204
ACCT-225
CISY-210
CISY-211
BUSI-250
Intermediate Accounting II
Accounting Using Microcomputers
Project Management or
System Development & Design
Business Simulation Seminar
Humanities2
4
3
3
4
3
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 64 - 65
Students must take Mathematics Placement Test. Consult with Accounting
faculty for appropriate placement in Business Math (BUSI-161) or
Statistics I (MATH-110). The Statistics I course is recommended for
students intending to transfer to a 4-year institution.
1
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
2
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Associate of Applied Science Degree
The Associate of Applied Science degree program in Air
Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Technology prepares
students to become technicians, salespersons or contractors.
Graduates have attained positions such as plant operating
engineers, energy managers and air conditioning field
supervisors. Graduates are qualified for employment with
contracting, research, manufacturing and maintenance firms or
have become self-employed.
Students receive instruction in manipulative skills, design,
estimating, theory, instrumentation, electricity and control
systems. Academic courses in electrical, instrumental and
thermodynamic theories and practical applications in the
laboratory provide students with the background necessary to
become technicians and middle managers.
Students attend classes at both the Raritan Valley Community
College main campus and at RVCC’s instructional site in
Bridgewater (RVCC@Bridgewater).
Graduates are able to:
• troubleshoot problems and utilize proper service techniques
to repair heating, cooling and refrigeration systems
• use engineering manuals and programs for the proper design
and selection of HVAC/R* equipment and peripheral
components
• knowingly and effectively work with the latest tools and
testers used in this industry for diagnosing and repairing
malfunctioning HVAC/R equipment
• read wiring diagrams, pipe schematics and mechanical
drawings related to air conditioning and refrigeration
• understand operating sequence and logic of controls and
equipment as they work together (integrated systems
approach)
* HVAC/R=heating, ventilating, air conditioning and
refrigeration.
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
ARTC-101
ESTC-101
ESTC-110
ENGL-111
CISY-102
ARTC-102
ESTC-102
ENGL-112
Refrigeration I1
Electricity I1
Computer Aided Drafting I1
English I
Credits
6
2
3
3
Computer Literacy
Air Conditioning Systems Design1
Electricity II1
English II
Mathematics2
Concepts of Physics
3
6
2
3
3
4
ARTC-202
ARTC-206
Heating Systems Design1
Residential HVAC Controls
& Instrumentation1
Social Science3
Mathematics2
6
ARTC-201
ARTC-207
Refrigeration II1
Commercial HVAC Controls
& Instrumentation1
Humanities3
6
PHYS-112
3
3
3
4
3
Total Credits 63
1
Courses taken at RVCC@Bridgewater.
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take
courses below placement level. Lowest acceptable sequence is
Precalculus I (MATH-112) & Precalculus II (MATH-113).
Exceptions by permission of Department Chair.
2
3
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
Students considering transfer to a four-year institution for a bachelor’s degree in technology should consult with a transfer
counselor early in their program to determine requirements.
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Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Technology - A.A.S.
Air Conditioning, Refrigeration & Heating Technology
Automotive Technology - A.A.S.
Automotive Technology
Associate of Applied Science Degree
The Associate of Applied Science degree program in
Automotive Technology prepares students for entry into
the automotive service field as technicians and middle
managers. Graduates are qualified for various technical
level positions in manufacturing or developmental
laboratories, diagnostic centers, specialized repair shops
and sales. Graduates are also prepared for selfemployment.
Instruction in the program includes fuel systems,
electrical systems, acetylene/electric welding, analysis of
engines, suspension systems and wheel alignment.
Students have the opportunity to develop diagnostic and
mechanical competency in the automotive field.
Students attend classes at the Raritan Valley
Community College main campus and at RVCC’s
instructional site in Bridgewater (RVCC@Bridgewater).
Graduates are able to:
• demonstrate the skills necessary to diagnose and
repair various automotive systems
• demonstrate the usage of various pieces of service
and repair equipment being utilized in the automotive
service field
• demonstrate an understanding of the different systems
being used in the modern automobile
• use the personal computer as an informational tool as
required in the modern automotive repair shop/dealer
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
AUTC-101
AUTC-102
WTTC-108
ENGL-111
CISY-102
Credits
Automotive Theory, Service & Engines1 4
Automotive Brake Systems1
3
Basic Welding1
3
English I
3
Computer Literacy
3
AUTC-104
AUTC-106
ESTC-208
WTTC-109
ENGL-112
Electrical Systems1
Clutches & Manual Transmissions1
Metallurgy1 or
Advanced Welding1
English II
Mathematics2
3
3
3
3
3
AUTC-201 Fuel Systems & Emission Control1
AUTC-203 Steering & Suspension Systems1
AUTC-205 Cooling & Climate Control Systems1
Mathematics2
PHYS-112 Concepts of Physics
3
3
3
3
4
AUTC-202 Engine Diagnosis1
AUTC-206 Automatic Transmission Service
& Repair Principles1
Social Science3
Humanities3
BUSI-111 Introduction to Business Administration
4
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 63
1
Courses taken at RVCC@Bridgewater.
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take courses
below placement level. Lowest acceptable sequence is Precalculus I
(MATH-112) & Precalculus II (MATH-113). Exceptions by permission of
Department Chair.
2
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
3
Students considering transfer to a four-year institution for a bachelor’s degree in technology should consult with a transfer
counselor early in their program to determine requirements.
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Associate of Science Degree in Science and Mathematics
Biology, an option of the Associate of Science degree
program in Science and Mathematics, prepares students for
transfer into bachelor’s degree programs at four-year colleges
and universities in a variety of programs, including biological
and agricultural sciences, horticulture, wildlife management,
genetics and bioengineering. Graduates have transferred to state
colleges in New Jersey, Columbia University, University of
Pennsylvania, Drew University and other colleges and
universities throughout the country. Students develop an
appreciation of the diversity of living things and the
significance of their natural relation to one another and to their
environment. Class sizes are small, offering students
individualized attention from the faculty. Laboratories are in a
modern facility which includes a greenhouse. Computers are
also used in many laboratory courses.
Graduates are able to:
• relate knowledge acquired in class to real-world systems and
problems
• understand and appreciate biological issues as they relate
locally, nationally and globally
• view the living world and oneself with greater insight,
understanding and appreciation
• demonstrate understanding of the principles, concepts and
terminology of biology
• discuss the development of biological ideas
• demonstrate the ability to use the scientific method
• exhibit proficiency in laboratory and field methods, tools
and techniques
Curriculum
A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
English I
Technological Competency1,3
CHEM-103 General Chemistry I
Mathematics2
BIOL-101 General Biology I
ENGL-112
MATH-110
CHEM-104
BIOL-102
Credits
3
3-4
4
3-4
4
English II
Statistics I
General Chemistry II
General Biology II
Humanities1
3
3
4
4
3
Mathematics2
CHEM-211 Organic Chemistry I
Biology (200 level)
Humanities1 or
Social Science1
3-4
5
4
Social Science1
CHEM-212 Organic Chemistry II
Biology (200 level)
General Education Elective1
3
3
5
4
3
Total Credits 64 - 67
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
1
Mathematics by official placement test. Students must complete
math through Calculus I (MATH-151). Students who have
completed 7 credits of math, at least through Calculus I (MATH151), are not required to take a third course in math, but may
substitute a science elective.
2
Students who pass the technological competency test (no credit)
may take any General Education course.
3
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Biology - A.S.
Biology
Biotechnology - A.S.
Biotechnology
Associate of Science Degree
The A.S. Biotechnology program prepares students for
transfer to a four-year college or university. The program
has a solid foundation in biology, chemistry and
mathematics in addition to the applied laboratory
techniques courses in Biotechnology.
Graduates are able to:
• communicate in a professional manner
• demonstrate the technical skills applicable to the
Biotechnology industry
• exhibit proficiency in good record keeping and
documentation
• explore career opportunities while gaining in specific
technical areas
Curriculum
A.S. Degree
Course
BIOL-101
CHEM-103
ENGL-111
MATH-112
BTCP-100
General Biology I
General Chemistry I
English I
Precalculus I2
Introduction to Biotechnology
Credits
4
4
3
3
3
BIOL-102
CHEM-104
BTCP-102
MATH-113
ENGL-112
General Biology II
General Chemistry II
Biotechnology Methods & Procedures I
Precalculus II2
English II
4
4
4
3
3
CHEM-211
BIOL-245
BIOL-242
MATH-110
Organic Chemistry I
Cellular & Molecular Biology or
Genetics4
Statistics I
Humanities1,3
5
CHEM-212 Organic Chemistry II
ENGL-250 Technical Writing
Social Science1
ENGL-211 Masterpieces of Early World Literature
BTCP-202 Biotechnology Student Symposium
4
3
3
5
3
3
3
2
Total Credits 66
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
1
2
Mathematics by official placement. *Students must complete through
Precalculus II (MATH-113). If students place higher than Precalculus I
(MATH-112), it is recommended that they take Calculus I (MATH-151).
However, free electives may be used in place of mathematics credit.
3
Ethics (PHIL-114) is recommended.
Students intending to transfer to Kean University's Science and
Technology Biotechnology Program or to Rutgers University’s
Biotechnology Program should take Genetics (BIOL-242).
4
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Associate of Applied Science Degree
The A.A.S. Biotechnology degree program is designed for
graduates to directly seek employment. The program provides
extensive laboratory and research experiences including
internship opportunities in local industries. The courses have
been designed to enhance the student's written and verbal
communication skills—skills highly desired by local industry.
Additionally, the program focuses on proper documentation,
analysis of experimental data and safety. This program will
prepare graduates for employment opportunities in the field in
a variety of areas, including pharmaceutical, biotechnology and
medical laboratories. Completion of the program allows
graduates to compete for jobs in laboratories involved in
research, product development, manufacturing and quality
control.
Graduates are able to:
• communicate in a professional manner
• demonstrate the technical skills applicable to the
Biotechnology industry
• exhibit proficiency in good record keeping and
documentation
• explore career opportunities while gaining in specific
technical areas
Course
BIOL-101
CHEM-102
ENGL-111
MATH-112
BTCP-100
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
General Biology I
Introduction to Chemistry
English I
Precalculus I
Introduction to Biotechnology
Credits
4
4
3
3
3
BTCP-105
Good Manufacturing Practices &
Quality Issues
BTCP-102 Biotechnology Methods & Procedures I
MATH-113 Precalculus II
Humanities1
COMM-101 Speech
3
4
3
3
3
CHEM-202
BIOL-203
ENGL-250
MATH-110
Principles of Organic and Biochemistry 4
Biotechnology Methods & Procedures II 4
Technical Writing
3
Statistics I
3
BIOL-133
BIOL-246
Principles of Microbiology2
Introduction to Bioinformatics
Social Science1
Biotechnology Student Symposium
Biotechnology Internship
BTCP-202
BTCP-290
4
3
3
2
3-5
Total Credits 62 - 64
1
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
2
Elementary Algebra (MATH-020) is a prerequisite/corequisite for
this course.
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Biotechnology - A.A.S.
Biotechnology
Biotechnology - Certificate
Biotechnology
Certificate
The Biotechnology Certificate program is designed to
prepare students for jobs as entry-level laboratory
technicians in a variety of areas, including
pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical laboratories.
Students who complete the program will be awarded a
Certificate in Biotechnology.
Completion of the program allows graduates to
compete for jobs in laboratories involved in research,
product development, manufacturing, quality control,
and clinical studies.
Graduates are able to:
• understand the science behind the field of
Biotechnology
• demonstrate the technical skills applicable to the
biotech industry
• exhibit proficiency in quality assurance and quality
control in a laboratory environment
• explore career opportunities and attain specific job
objectives while gaining experience in specific
technical areas
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Curriculum
Certificate Program
Course
BIOL-133
BTCP-100
BTCP-105
BTCP-102
ENGL-111
Credits
Principles of Microbiology
4
Introduction to Biotechnology
3
Good Manufacturing Practices
and Quality Issues
3
Biotechnology Methods & Procedures I
4
English I
3
ENGL-250
COMM-101
BTCP-203
BIOL-246
Technical Writing & Communication
Speech
Biotechnology Methods and Procedures II
Introduction to Bioinformatics
3
3
4
3
Total Credits 30
NOTE: Though not required, computer proficiency in Microsoft Word and
Excel is recommended.
NOTE: Though not required, previous coursework in the sciences and
laboratory work experience are recommended.
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Associate of Science Degree
The Business Administration program prepares students for
transfer into the junior year at four-year colleges or universities.
It also prepares them for many entry-level positions. This
program includes required courses in accounting, business
administration, business law, economics, and other businessrelated courses, as well as general education and free electives.
The courses in the Business Administration degree program are
sequenced to conform to the freshman and sophomore year
course patterns at four-year colleges and universities. However,
students planning to transfer to the Rutgers School of Business
or other AACSB Schools are encouraged to consider enrollment
in the Business Liberal Arts program.
Business Administration students are encouraged to pursue an
experiential component in their studies by participating in a
Service Learning project in a business-related field.
Graduates are able to:
• identify business concepts as they relate to current
business activities
• produce business documents using current computer
applications
• examine accounting information as a basis for economic
decision making
• identify the basic principles of marketing
This degree is offered through the Business and Public
Service Department, whose mission is to provide challenging
career-oriented undergraduate programs to business and public
service students, educating them to the level of competency
needed for successful transfer to four year institutions or
immediate career path entry into the global market.
Curriculum
A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
BUSI-111
ACCT-101
Credits
English I
3
Introduction to Business Administration 3
Financial Accounting
4
Social Science1
3
Mathematics1,3
3-4
ENGL-112
BUSI-112
ACCT-104
English II
Principles of Management
Managerial Accounting
Social Science or
Humanities1
Mathematics1,3
3
3
4
3
3-4
BUSI-131 Business Law I
3
ECON-101 Macroeconomics
3
3
Humanities1
Science (lab)1
3-4
CISY-122
Introduction to Information Systems
3
MRKT-101 Principles of Marketing
ECON-102 Microeconomics
Business Elective2
Science1
Free Elective4
3
3
3
3-4
3
Total Credits 62 - 66
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
1
2
Any course from ACCT, BUSI, ECON, or MRKT.
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take
courses below placement level. Number Systems (MATH-101),
Problem Solving Strategies (MATH-102) and Quantitative
Literacy (MATH-103C) may not be used to satisfy the math
requirement.
3
4
Any course offered at the College and not required within your
program of study.
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Business Administration - A.S.
Business Administration
Business Liberal Arts - A.A.
Business Liberal Arts
Associate of Arts Degree in Liberal Arts
Business Liberal Arts, an option of the Associate of
Arts degree program in Liberal Arts, allows students to
sample business coursework within a Liberal Arts
framework. This program maximizes credit transfer to
four-year colleges, especially the Association to Advance
Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) colleges.
AACSB is the not-for-profit corporation of educational
institutions, corporations and other organizations
devoted to the promotion and improvement of higher
education in business administration and management.
AACSB accredited schools in New Jersey are: New
Jersey Institute of Technology; Rider University;
Rutgers-The State University of New Jersey at Camden,
Newark and New Brunswick; Seton Hall University; The
College of New Jersey; Fairleigh Dickinson University;
William Paterson University; Monmouth University; and
Montclair State University. Students will have the
business prerequisites to transfer directly into the
Business Schools at these four-year colleges.
Graduates are able to:
• identify business concepts as they relate to current
business activities
• produce business documents using current computer
applications
• examine financial statements as a basis for economic
decision making
This program also provides flexibility for business
students who have not decided on a specialization within
the business area and for those students who decided to
terminate (or pause) their studies at the Associate Degree
level and will need "marketable skills." Those students
who choose the many liberal arts baccalaureate programs
will be able to minor in business without losing transfer
credits.
This degree is offered through the Business and Public
Service Department, whose mission is to provide
challenging career-oriented undergraduate programs to
business and public service students, educating them to
the level of competency needed for successful transfer to
four year institutions or immediate career path entry into
the global market.
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Curriculum
A.A. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
MATH-110
BUSI-111
CISY-122
Credits
English I
3
Statistics I4
3
Introduction to Business Administration
3
Introduction to Information Systems5
3
Humanities1,2,3
3
ENGL-112
ACCT-101
English II
Financial Accounting
Mathematics4
Humanities1,2,3
Social Science1,2
3
4
3-4
3
3
ECON-101 Macroeconomics
PHIL-114 Ethics
ACCT-104 Managerial Accounting
History6,2
Science (lab)1
ECON-102 Microeconomics
Communication1,2
Science1
History6,2
Business Elective7
3
3
4
3
4
3
3
3-4
3
3
Total Credits 63 - 65
1
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list. At least one science course must be a laboratory science.
2
Students must take one course designated as Global & Cultural Awareness
(GCA) on the General Education list. The course can be selected from
Communications, Humanities or Social Science General Education
Courses marked with a (GCA).
3
Foreign Language is recommended but not required. Placement by
examination is required for students who wish to continue studying a
language previously studied. Students may not take courses below their
placement level. For more information, see Foreign Language Placement
Testing & Degree Requirement in the College Catalog.
4
Mathematics by official placement test. For the second Mathematics
course, choose from the following options according to transfer college
requirements: Statistics II (MATH-111), Precalculus I (MATH-112),
Precalculus II (MATH-113), Applied Calculus (MATH-150) or Calculus I
(MATH-151). Students transferring into the Business program at Rutgers
University need Applied Calculus (MATH-150) or Calculus I (MATH151). See course descriptions for prerequisites.
5
Programming for Business Majors (CISY-125) is an additional 1 credit corequisite course required for Business majors at Rutgers.
6
Choose from the following History course sequences: World Civilization
I (HIST-101) & World Civilization II (HIST-102), OR US History:
Beginnings to 1877 (HIST-201) & US History: 1877 to Present (HIST202).
7
Choose from Business Electives with a subject heading of ACCT, BUSI,
ECON or MRKT. Principles of Marketing (MRKT-101) or Business Law
I (BUSI-131) is recommended.
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Associate of Applied Science Degree
The Business Management program prepares students for
entry-level Management positions in business, industry,
government and social service agencies. Graduates are
prepared to enter the workforce upon graduation or may pursue
advanced coursework.
This program provides students a broad business education.
Students have the opportunity to test academic theories learned
in the classroom with practical experience by taking Business
Cooperative Education available in this program.
Graduates are able to:
• devise solutions to first level management situations
• produce business documents using current computer
applications
• examine accounting information as a basis for economic
decision making
• identify the basic principles of marketing as used in business
This degree is offered through the Business and Public
Service Department, whose mission is to provide challenging
career-oriented undergraduate programs to business and public
service students, educating them to the level of competency
needed for successful transfer to four year institutions or
immediate career path entry into the global market.
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
BUSI-111
ECON-101
BUSI-161
CISY-122
Credits
English I
3
Intro to Business Administration
3
Macroeconomics
3
Business Mathematics1
3
Introduction to Information Systems
3
ENGL-112
ACCT-101
COMM-101
BUSI-112
ECON-102
English II
Financial Accounting
Speech
Principles of Management
Microeconomics
BUSI-290
Business Cooperative Education I or
Business Elective2
Social Science4
BUSI-153 Small Business Management
ACCT-104 Managerial Accounting
MRKT-101 Principles of Marketing
BUSI-131
BUSI-192
BUSI-250
3
4
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
3
Business Law I
3
Introduction to Financial Management 3
Science (lab or non-lab)
3-4
Business Simulation Seminar
3
Business Elective2,3
3
Total Credits 62 - 63
1
A mathematics course may be substituted through placement testing.
Any course with a subject heading of ACCT, BUSI, ECON, or
MRKT. Accounting Using Microcomputers (ACCT-225) is highly
recommended for students that will be working in or starting a
small business.
2
Microcomputer Applications (CISY-261) may be substituted for a
Business Elective.
3
4
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
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Business Management - A.A.S.
Business Management
Chemical Laboratory Technology - A.A.S.
Chemical Laboratory Technology
Associate of Applied Science Degree
The A.A.S. Chemical Laboratory Technology degree
program is a non-transfer degree, designed for graduates
seeking direct employment. Students entering this
program at RVCC would have already completed
Technical Training Project at Essex County College.
TTP consists of 20 weeks of intensive academic course
of study and On-Job-Training. Classroom instruction
focuses on chemistry with the addition of mathematics,
biology, microbiology, anatomy, physiology, and
introductory biochemistry. Additionally, the program
emphasizes proper documentation, analysis of
experimental data, and laboratory safety. TTP uses the
laboratories of the sponsoring companies for the On-JobTraining phase of the program. Students work under the
supervision of highly skilled professional and are
exposed to the state of the art equipment. The A.A.S.
Chemical Laboratory Technology degree at RVCC will
allow TTP graduates to continue their education.
Completion of the program allows graduates to compete
for jobs in laboratories involved in research, product
development, manufacturing and quality control.
Graduates will be able to:
• communicate in a professional manner
• use chemicals, materials and lab equipment
according to industry standards of competency and
safety
• perform various techniques in wet and dry analysis
• meet proficiency standards of record keeping and
documentation
• explore career opportunities while gaining experience
in specific technical areas
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Advanced Standing Courses
Technical Chemistry I1
Technical Chemistry II1
Technical Chemistry Lab1
Chemistry Seminar1
Chemistry Calculations1
Instrumental Methods1
Technical Math1
Course
ENGL-111
English I
Social Science2
MATH-112 Precalculus I3 or
MATH-114H Precalculus Honors
BIOL-101 General Biology I
Credits
3
3
2
3
3
4
3
3
3
3-5
4
MATH-113
ENGL-250
BIOL-102
PHYS-101
Precalculus II4
Technical Writing
General Biology II
General Physics I
3
3
4
4
PHYS-102
General Physics II
Humanities2
Social Science2
Computer Literacy
First Aid & CPR
4
3
3
3
3
CISY-102
FITN-129
Total Credits 62 - 64
Courses completed as a part of Technical Training Project at Essex County
College and evaluated by RVCC as 21 credits towards the A.A.S. Degree
in Chemical Laboratory Technology.
1
2
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
3
If not placed into Precalculus Honors (MATH-114H) or above,
Precalculus I (MATH-112) must be taken before Precalculus II (MATH113). Recommend taking summer before first semester.
Precalculus II (MATH-113) is not required if Precalculus Honors (MATH114H) or above has been taken in first semester.
4
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Associate of Science Degree in Science and Mathematics
Chemistry, an option of the Associate of Science degree
program in Science and Mathematics, prepares students for
transfer into traditional bachelor’s degree programs in
chemistry, as well as a variety of specialized programs at fouryear colleges and universities. Chemistry graduates are
employed in academic, industrial and clinical laboratories and
in such fields as environmental science, chemical engineering
and chemical sales.
The chemistry laboratories are fully equipped with modern
equipment, including such instrumentation as pH meters,
electronic
balances,
spectrophotometers
and
gas
chromatographs. Computers are used in data acquisition and
analysis.
Graduates are able to:
• exhibit an understanding of the scientific method
• use the theories and concepts of modern chemistry to
analyze and solve chemical problems
• utilize information from chemical literature, both in libraries
and in online interactive databases
• communicate the results of their analyses, laboratory
investigations and literature searches in an appropriate
professional writing style
• understand both the historical perspective of chemistry and
its relationship to the modern world and apply that
understanding to the ethical, social and political (as well as
scientific) role of chemistry and chemists in the community
Curriculum
A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
Credits
3
3
4
3-4
3-4
ENGL-112
English II
Mathematics2
CHEM-104 General Chemistry II
Humanities1
Communication1
3
3-4
4
3
3
Mathematics2
CHEM-211 Organic Chemistry I
PHYS-101 General Physics I or
PHYS-150 Engineering Physics I
Social Science1
4
5
English I
Humanities1
CHEM-103 General Chemistry I
Mathematics2
Technological Competency1,3
Mathematics2
CHEM-212 Organic Chemistry II
PHYS-102 General Physics II or
PHYS-151 Engineering Physics II or
PHYS-250 Engineering Physics III
Social Science1
4
3
4
5
4
3
Total Credits 64 - 67
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
1
Mathematics by official placement test. Students must complete
math through Calculus II (MATH-152). Students who have
completed 8 credits of math, at least through Calculus II (MATH152), are not required to take a third or fourth course in math, but
may substitute a science elective.
2
Students who pass the technological competency test (no credit)
may take any General Education course.
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Chemistry - A.S.
Chemistry
Communication Studies - A.A.
Communication Studies
Associate of Arts Degree in Liberal Arts
Communication Studies, an option of the Associate of
Arts in Liberal Arts degree program, prepares students to
transfer into the junior year at four-year colleges in
speech, communication, media production and
journalism. It also prepares students for entry-level jobs
in some communication fields such as video production,
journalism, and media communication. This program
includes required courses in speech, communication
theory and mass media, as well as electives in specialized
fields such as interpersonal and intercultural
communications, journalism, public relations, film
studies, and video production. At the same time, this
program offers students a solid liberal arts education.
Communication students are encouraged to pursue an
experiential component in their studies by participating
in a co-op, internship, or service learning project in a
communication field.
Graduates are able to:
• organize and deliver effective oral presentations
• write clearly, coherently and convincingly
• recognize and apply basic models of verbal and nonverbal communication
• recognize where and how communication breaks
down
• recognize and analyze the impact of mass media on
society
• recognize and analyze the communicative power of
images, whether in print or on film, video, and
television
Students enrolled in associate of arts degree programs
who intend to transfer to four-year colleges or
universities are strongly advised to discuss the General
Education Foundation of Courses with a counselor.
Selection of these courses will facilitate full transfer of
general education credits completed toward the degree.
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
1
2
Mathematics by official Placement Test. Students may not take
courses below placement level. Exceptions by permission of
department chair.
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list. For the Math, Science and Technological
Competency General Education requirements, students must take a
minimum of 12 credits. This must include at least one lab science
course, one math course and satisfaction of the technological
competency requirement by either passing the technological
competency test (no credit) or taking a technological competency
general education course. If a student passes the technological
competency test, another course must be selected from Math,
Science or Technological Competency General Education, so that
the student has earned at least 12 credits in those categories.
3
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Curriculum
A.A. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
Credits
English I
3
3
Humanities1
Mathematics2,3
3-4
Foreign Language4
3
COMM-102 Introduction to Communication Theory
3
ENGL-112
English II
Foreign Language4
Technological Competency3
COMM-101 Speech
COMM-120 Introduction to Mass Communication
Science (lab)3
Social Science1
History1
COMM-201 Intercultural Communication
Communication Specialization Elective5
3
3
3-4
3
3
4
3
3
3
3
Social Science1
3
History1
3
Mathematics or Science3,6
0-4
Communication Specialization Elective5 3
Free Elective7
3
Total Credits 60 - 61
4
A two semester sequence is required. Placement by examination is
required for students who wish to continue studying a language previously
studied. Students may not take courses below their placement level. For
more information, see Foreign Language Placement Testing & Degree
Requirements in the College Catalog.
Specialization Electives in Communication Studies: Still Photography I
(ARTS-212), Art of the Movies: Film Appreciation & Analysis (FILM101), Survey of American Film (FILM-122), Introduction to Video
Production (ARTS-267), Language, Mind & Society (ENGL-205), Intro to
Print, Broadcast, and Electronic News Reporting (COMM-254), Feature
Writing for Print and Broadcast Media (COMM-255), Interpersonal
Communication (COMM-110), Presentation Skills for Business and the
Professions (COMM-121), Intro to Public Relations (COMM-210),
Communication Cooperative Education (COMM-292), Events
Planning/Meeting Management (COMM-130), Lights, Optics & Sound
(ARTS-261), Interactive Multimedia (CISY-114), Advanced Video Editing
(ARTS-278), Writing for the Media (COMM-251), History of Photography
(ARTH-223), News Production for the Web (ARTS-284, BUSI-284,
COMM-284), Introduction to Non-Verbal Communication (COMM-120),
Event Production (COMM-135).
5
If the student has already completed 12 credits in the Math, Science and
Technological Competency categories, the student does not need to take a
course here.
6
Any college level course. A Visual and Performing Arts Studio course is
recommended.
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Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer Information Systems
Computer Networking, an option of the Associate of Applied
Science degree program in Computer Information Systems,
prepares students for employment in network management,
networking coordination and networking analysis in a variety of
industries, from banking to business and government. Local
computer networks, office automation, personal computers and
management work stations all fall within the range of
teleprocessing technology.
Students gain hands-on experience in network design using
Novell and UNIX-based systems. Over 200 student
workstations are networked to the backbone and a Gateway to
the Internet and the World Wide Web using the TCP/IP
protocol. All of the local area networks on campus are fiber
optically linked.
Graduates are able to:
• understand how telecommunications systems provide for
the transmission and reception of both voice and data signals
(messages)
• comprehend analog and digital techniques
• use nationwide and worldwide networks as well as local
area networks
• delineate the functions of modems, front ends, multiplexers,
concentrators and other hardware
• understand coding redundancy and compression techniques
as a means to improve the reliability of data transmission
• discuss
networking
systems,
techniques
and
topologies
• define the seven layers of the OSI Protocol Model and the
functions of each layer
• describe the concepts of SNA, X-25, Ethernet, token ring
and terminal emulation
• explain how network control resources are defined to
telecommunications access methods and network control
programs
• design, administer and monitor a local area network
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
CISY-103
CISY-219
MATH-101
BUSI-111
CISY-274
Credits
English I
3
Computer Concepts and Programming 4
Networking Essentials
3
3
Number Systems1
Introduction to Business Administration or
Privacy, Ethics & Computer Forensics 3
ENGL-112
CISY-237
English II
UNIX and LINUX
Humanities2
Systems Analysis & Design
Advanced Computer Networking
3
3
3
3
3
CIS Elective3
C Programming
Network Planning and Administration
Social Science2
Operating Systems
3
3
3
3
3
CISY-132
CISY-253
CISY-238
CISY-258
CISY-217
CISY-229
CISY-211
CISY-285
CISY-292
Information Security Fundamentals
3
Systems Development & Implementation 3
Data Base Development & Design or
Computer Science Cooperative
Education I
3
Humanities2 or
Social Science2
3
CIS Elective3
3
Total Credits 61
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take
courses below placement level.
1
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
2
3
Any CISY-200 level course.
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Computer Networking - A.A.S.
Computer Networking
Computer Networking: Traditional Emphasis - Certificate
Computer Networking
Certificate - Traditional Emphasis
This one-year certificate program prepares students for
employment in network administration, networking
coordination and networking analysis in a variety of
industries. Office automation, personal computers and
management work stations all fall within the range of
networking technology. The Traditional Emphasis
Certificate exposes students to a wide variety of
networking protocols and network operating systems and
prepares them for the more traditional roles of network
administrator and network manager in activities that are
centered on support of the client/server model of
computing.
The credits earned in this certificate program can be
used toward the Associate of Applied Science Degree in
Computer Networking.
Graduates are able to:
• understand how telecommunications systems provide
for the transmission and reception of both voice and
data signals (messages)
• comprehend the many LAN and WAN protocols and
network operating systems in use today with
particular emphasis on TCP/IP
• use and administer networking in both client and
server operating systems
• perform basic networking troubleshooting using both
hardware and software techniques
• design, administer and monitor a local area network
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Curriculum
Certificate Program
Course
ENGL-111
CISY-103
CISY-132
CISY-219
CISY-274
Credits
English I
3
4
Computer Concepts and Programming2
Systems Analysis & Design
3
Networking Essentials
3
Privacy, Ethics and Computer Forensics2 3
CISY-237
CISY-217
CISY-253
CISY-258
UNIX and LINUX
Operating Systems
Advanced Computer Networking
Network Planning and Administration
CIS Elective1
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 31
1
Any CISY-200 level course.
Elementary Algebra (MATH-020) is a prerequisite/corequisite for this
course.
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Certificate - Cisco Emphasis
This one-year certificate program prepares students for
employment in network troubleshooting, networking
coordination and networking analysis in a variety of industries
who use Cisco networking equipment. The Cisco Emphasis
Certificate exposes students to a wide variety of networking
protocols and their implementation on Cisco Routers and
Switches. It prepares them for immediate Certified Cisco
Networking Associate (CCNA) certification as well as for the
more traditional roles of network troubleshooter and network
manager in activities that are centered on support of Cisco
networking equipment.
The credits earned in this certificate program can be used
toward the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer
Networking.
Graduates are able to:
• understand how telecommunications systems provide for
the transmission and reception of both voice and data
signals (messages)
• comprehend the many LAN and WAN Protocols and
Network Operating Systems in use today with particular
emphasis on TCP/IP
• configure, manage and troubleshoot Cisco Routers and
Switches as well as Cisco's Operating System, IOS
• perform basic networking troubleshooting using both
hardware and software techniques
• design, implement and monitor local area networks and
wide area networks with Cisco Equipment
Curriculum
Certificate Program
Course
ENGL-111
CISY-103
CISY-132
CISY-270
CISY-271
Credits
English I
3
Computer Concepts and Programming2 4
Systems Analysis & Design
3
Introduction to Cisco Networking
3
Intermediate Cisco Networking
3
CISY-217
CISY-237
CISY-272
CISY-273
Operating Systems
UNIX and Linux
Advanced Cisco Networking I
Advanced Cisco Networking II
CIS Elective1 or
Computer Science Cooperative
Education I
CISY-292
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 31
1
Any CISY-200 level course.
Elementary Algebra (MATH-020) is a prerequisite/corequisite for
this course.
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Computer Networking: Cisco Emphasis - Certificate
Computer Networking
Computer Networking: Cisco Emphasis - Certificate of Completion
Computer Networking
Certificate of Completion - Cisco Emphasis
This one-year program prepares students for
employment in network troubleshooting, networking
coordination and networking analysis in a variety of
industries that use Cisco Networking Equipment. The
Cisco Emphasis Certificate of Completion exposes
students to a wide variety of Networking Protocols and
their implementation on Cisco Routers and Switches. It
prepares them for the Certified Cisco Networking
Associate (CCNA) examination as well as for the more
traditional roles of Network Troubleshooter and Network
Manager in activities that are centered on support of
Cisco Networking Equipment. The credits earned in this
certificate of completion program can be used toward the
Computer Networking - Cisco Emphasis Certificate
Program and/or the Associate of Applied Science Degree
in Computer Networking.
Graduates are able to:
• understand how telecommunications systems provide
for the transmission and reception of voice, video
and data signals (messages);
• comprehend the many LAN and WAN Protocols and
Network Operating Systems in use today with
particular emphasis on the TCP/IP suite of protocols;
• configure, manage and troubleshoot Cisco Routers
and Switches as well as Cisco's Operating System,
IOS;
• perform basic networking troubleshooting using both
hardware and software techniques;
• design, implement and monitor local area networks
and wide area networks with Cisco Equipment.
Note: Students in this program may not be eligible for
Financial Aid; students should meet with an Academic
Advisor or Financial Aid staff to discuss options for
Financial Aid eligibility.
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Curriculum
Certificate of Completion Program
Course
CISY-270
CISY-271
CISY-272
CISY-273
ENGL-111
Credits
Introduction to Cisco Networking
3
Intermediate Cisco Networking
3
Advanced Cisco Networking - Part I
3
Advanced Cisco Networking - Part II
3
English I
3
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Certificate - Cyber Security Emphasis
This one-year certificate program prepares students for
employment in network troubleshooting, coordination,
security, and analysis in a variety of industries. The Cyber
Security Emphasis Certificate exposes students to a wide
variety of networking protocols and their security
vulnerabilities. It prepares them for CISSP (Certified
Information System Security Professional) certification as well
as for the more traditional roles of Network Troubleshooter and
Network Manager in the Windows, Linux, or UNIX
environments. Students gain hands-on experience in network
design using Windows and UNIX-based systems. Students will
use networked systems that can be configured to replicate many
of the situations found in the corporate workplace to gain
practical experience with the concepts covered in the lectures.
The credits earned in this certificate program can be used
toward the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer
Networking.
Graduates are able to:
• identify how telecommunications systems provide for the
transmission and reception of both voice and data signals
(messages)
• differentiate the functions of modems, switches, routers, and
other telecommunications equipment
• examine the LAN and WAN Protocols and Networking
Operating Systems in use today with particular emphasis on
TCP/IP
• assess security needs for a network based upon topology,
applications, and user needs
• configure a Network Operating System and other installed
software to achieve a secure and efficient network
• identify sources of reliable information regarding risks,
vulnerabilities, and security solutions
Curriculum
Certificate Program
Course
ENGL-111
CISY-274
CISY-103
CISY-132
CISY-219
Credits
English I
3
Privacy, Ethics & Computer Forensics2 3
Computer Concepts and Programming2 4
Systems Analysis & Design
3
Networking Essentials
3
CISY-253
CISY-229
CISY-275
CISY-276
Advanced Computer Networking
Information Security Fundamentals
UNIX & LINUX Security Management
Windows Security Management
CIS Elective1
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 31
1
Any CISY-200 level course.
Elementary Algebra (MATH-020) is a prerequisite/corequisite for
this course.
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Computer Networking
Computer Programming - A.A.S.
Computer Programming
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer Information Systems
Computer Programming is an option of the Associate
of Applied Science degree program in Computer
Information Systems. The degree prepares students to
enter various paraprofessional and professional careers in
computer programming, which is the process of
preparing a sequence of coded instructions that directs a
computer’s operations.
Students develop an understanding of the basic
concepts and tools of programming. They are taught
programming, systems and procedural concepts and
analyses, computer operations and business concepts.
The College is located near many corporate and
governmental computing centers which employ
programming personnel. The College has been
successful in assisting graduates in obtaining
employment through its cooperative education program
and job placement services.
Graduates are able to:
• contribute to analyses of problems of data format,
methods of processing and required user results
• plan detailed program logic, defining necessary
program steps using a program logic plan
• use a problem-oriented procedural language to
convert a detailed program logic plan into an efficient
and well structured applications program
• verify and test accuracy and completeness of
programs by preparing sample data and by using
debugging techniques and software aids
• prepare appropriate documentation of programs
• communicate effectively regarding computer
technology with other programmers and with clerical
personnel, analysts, managers and users
• understand information flow within business
• adapt to changing equipment, high level languages
and applications software through reference manuals
and software updates
• work effectively as a member of a team
• understand the ethical, social and economic
implications of the uses of the computer
• be aware of state-of-the-art hardware concepts and
operating procedures, including computers
• communicate effectively through the Internet, e-mail
and the World Wide Web
• use an object-oriented language such as Java, C++
and C# for program development
• use programming languages such as Visual Basic,
ASP, C and XML
• use database technologies such as Oracle and MS
SQL Server
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Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
CISY-103
Credits
English I
3
Computer Concepts and Programming
4
Business Elective1
3
MATH-101 Number Systems2
3
General Education4
3
ENGL-112
CISY-132
CISY-285
CISY-211
CISY-217
English II
Humanities4
Programming Elective3
Systems Analysis & Design
CIS Elective3
3
3
3-4
3
3
Programming Elective3
3-4
Database Development & Design
3
Computer Science Cooperative Education
or CIS Elective3
3
Social Science4
3
General Education4
3
Systems Development & Implementation 3
Operating Systems
3
Computer Science Cooperative Education
or Programming Elective3
3-4
CIS Elective3
3
General Education4
3
Total Credits 61 - 64
1
Introduction to Business Administration (BUSI-111) is recommended.
Mathematics by official placement. Students may not take courses below
level of placement.
2
3
See Computer Science (CISY) Programming Elective list in the College
Catalog.
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list. Computer Literacy (CISY-102) cannot be used as a General Education
course in this program.
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Certificate
The Computer Programming Certificate program prepares
students who want the essential technical competency required
for entry-level employment in the computer field.
The objective of this program is to develop an understanding
of basic concepts and tools of data processing and skills needed
in present-day computer operations and programming
languages. Operations and programming are studied.
Graduates are able to:
• contribute to the analyses of problems of data format needed
for processing and required for user results
• work effectively as a member of a team
• use a problem or object oriented programming language for
application development
Curriculum
Certificate Program
Course
ENGL-111
CISY-103
CISY-132
CISY-217
CISY-285
CISY-211
Credits
English I
3
Computer Concepts and Programming3 4
Programming Elective1
3-4
Programming Elective1
3-4
Systems Analysis and Design
3
Operating Systems
3
Data Base Development & Design
3
Systems Development & Implementation 3
General Education2
3
General Education2
3
Total Credits 31 - 33
1
See Computer Science (CISY) Programming Elective list in the
College Catalog.
Select a course from the General Education list. Computer
Literacy (CISY-102) cannot be used as a general education course
in this program.
2
Elementary Algebra (MATH-020) is a prerequisite/corequisite for
this course.
3
Admission requirement(s): High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Certificate (not through
correspondence). Please refer to the Admissions section of this catalog.
Students may enroll: full-time, part-time, day or evening.
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Computer Programming - Certificate
Computer Programming
Computer Science - A.S.
Computer Science
Associate of Science Degree in Science and Mathematics
Computer Science prepares students for transfer into
bachelor's degree programs at four-year colleges and
universities in a variety of programs including computer
science, information processing and related fields. The
program meets the guidelines of the Association of
Computing Machinery (ACM).
The field study for this degree focuses on an
introduction to the theoretical foundations of computing,
algorithms and programming techniques as applied to
Operating Systems, Information Technology and Data
Structures. Students reinforce this theoretical knowledge
base with programming in both high-level programming
languages and Assembly Language programming as well
as study computer architecture in great detail.
NOTE: In order to complete this program,
students must have a minimum of 60 credits of which
15 or more must be in Mathematics.
Graduates are able to:
• solve various kinds of problems using high level
languages
• apply sound programming techniques in designing
program structure and logic
• apply appropriate data structures and algorithms
arising in various applied fields
• assess the implications of work performed either as
an individual or as a member of a team
• demonstrate an understanding of basic computer
architecture
• demonstrate the mathematical proficiency required
for an understanding of the concepts involved
Curriculum
A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
CISY-105
ENGL-112
CISY-254
FITN-115
CISY-256
English I
Mathematics1
Foundations of Computer Science
Social Science2
English II
Data Structures
Mathematics1
Science3
Credits
3
3-5
4
3
3
4
4
4
Mathematics1
Science3
Humanities2
Math or Programming Elective4
Dynamics of Fitness & Wellness6
Mathematics1
Computer Architecture
and Assembly Language
Humanities2
Free Elective5
Social Science2
4
4
3
3-4
1
4
4
3
3
3
Total Credits 60 - 63
Students must select four courses from the following list: Precalculus I
(MATH-112) and Precalculus II (MATH-113) OR Precalculus Honors
(MATH-114H); Calculus I (MATH-151 Required); Calculus II (MATH152 Required); Calculus III (MATH-251); Differential Equations (MATH254); Discrete Mathematics (MATH-255); Linear Algebra (MATH-256).
Students should check with a transfer counselor about their requirements
and the transferability of the Math courses and other electives.
1
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
2
Science requirements must be a two-semester sequence in one of the
following: Engineering Physics I & II (PHYS-150 & PHYS-151*)
(recommended), General Physics I & II (PHYS-101 & PHYS-102*),
General Chemistry I & II (CHEM-103 & CHEM-104*), General Biology
I & II (BIOL-101 & BIOL-102*).
*Check catalog for prerequisite courses.
3
Math or Programming electives. Select one of the following (students
must have 15 or more Mathematics credits to graduate): Discrete
Mathematics (MATH-255), Linear Algebra (MATH-256), or any
programming elective on the Computer Science (CISY) Programming
Electives list in the College Catalog.
4
May be any course offered by the College not required by your program
of study. If the student has accumulated less than 15 Math credits, then use
this Free Elective to select another Math course such as Linear Algebra
(MATH-256).
5
6
Elements of Physical Fitness (FITN-142) or Exercise Physiology & Body
Mechanics (FITN-146) may be substituted.
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Certificate
This certificate program addresses the need for qualified
individuals to fill positions as Computer Support specialists,
Help Desk technicians, and junior-level Systems
administrators.
Computer Support specialists are utilized throughout
business, industry, government and non-profit. As use of
personal computers continues to expand into additional roles,
Support specialists are called upon for a wider variety of skills,
including networking and security, in addition to the traditional
roles of basic operations support and systems troubleshooting.
Graduates of this program are prepared to take the tests for the
vendor-neutral CompTIA A+, Network+, and iNet+
certifications.
Graduates are able to:
• diagnose and troubleshoot computer hardware problems
• diagnose and troubleshoot computer software problems
• set up a computer system, including the associated
peripherals
• perform routine system maintenance, installations and
upgrades (hardware and software)
• perform basic network installation, administration and
troubleshooting
• assist others in the routine daily use of computers for
business uses
• advise end-users in basic security practices
• make clear and precise verbal and written presentations to
end-users
Curriculum
Certificate Program
Course
ENGL-111
CISY-225
CISY-113
CISY-274
CISY-122
CISY-125
Credits
English I
3
Web Page Development I
3
Desktop Computer Hardware & Software 3
Privacy, Ethics, Computer Forensics2 3
Introduction to Information Systems
3
Programming for Business Majors
1
COMM-110
CISY-232
CISY-261
CISY-219
CISY-237
CISY-292
Interpersonal Communication
Internet & Web Architecture
Microcomputer Applications
Networking Essentials
UNIX & LINUX or
Computer Science Cooperative
Education I1
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 31
1
Focus of Cooperative Education should be Computer Support.
Elementary Algebra (MATH-020) is a prerequisite/corequisite for
this course.
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Computer Support - Certificate
Computer Support
Computer Support - Certificate of Completion
Computer Support
Certificate of Completion
This certificate of completion program addresses the
need for qualified individuals to fill positions as
Computer Support specialists, Help Desk technicians,
and junior-level Systems administrators. Credits earned
in this program can be applied to the Computer Support
Certificate Program.
Computer Support specialists are utilized throughout
business, industry, government and non-profit. As use of
Personal Computers continues to expand into additional
roles, Support specialists are called upon for a wider
variety of skills, including networking and security in
addition to the traditional roles of basic operations
support and systems troubleshooting.
Graduates of this program are prepared to take the tests
for the vendor-neutral CompTIA A+, Network+, and
iNet+ certifications and are positioned to prepare for
more intensive training and certification.
Graduates are able to:
• diagnose and troubleshoot computer hardware
problems
• diagnose and troubleshoot computer software
problems
• set up a computer system including the associated
peripherals
• perform routine system maintenance, installations
and upgrades (hardware and software)
• perform basic network installation, administration
and troubleshooting
• assist others in the routine daily use of computers for
business uses
• advise end-users in basic security practices
• make clear and precise verbal and written
presentations to end-users
• assist and advise home users and small office
environments
Note: Students in this program may not be eligible for
Financial Aid; students should meet with an Academic
Advisor or Financial Aid staff to discuss options for
Financial Aid eligibility.
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Curriculum
Certificate of Completion Program
Course
COMM-110
CISY-113
CISY-122
CISY-219
CISY-225
Credits
Interpersonal Communication
3
Desktop Computer Hardware/Software
3
Introduction to Information Systems
3
Networking Essentials
3
Web Page Development I
3
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Total Credits 15
Certificate
The Corrections Certificate program prepares students for
employment in correctional institutions and is designed to
enhance the career needs of individuals employed as
correctional practitioners. This certificate equips correctional
officers with knowledge and skills necessary for career
development and advancement.
This certificate is not a substitute for an academic degree and
will not qualify a person for a position which requires a degree.
However, all courses in the certificate may be applied to the
Associate of Arts degree in Criminal Justice.
Graduates are able to:
• explain the operations of correctional institutions on both
practical and theoretical levels
• analyze how law enforcement,courts and corrections
function as components of the criminal justice system
This certificate is offered through the Business and Public
Service Department, whose mission is to provide challenging
career-oriented undergraduate programs to business and public
service students, educating them to the level of competency
needed for successful transfer to four-year institutions or
immediate career path entry into the global market.
NOTE: Students in this program may not be eligible for
Financial Aid; students should meet with an Academic Advisor
or Financial Aid staff to discuss options for Financial Aid
eligibility.
Curriculum
Certificate Program
Course
ENGL-111
CRMJ-101
COMM-201
CRMJ-211
CRMJ-212
CRMJ-233
CRMJ-242
CRMJ-250
Credits
English I
3
Introduction to Criminal Justice
3
Intercultural Communication
3
Criminology or
Juvenile Delinquency
3
Criminal Procedure
3
Theory and Practice of Corrections
3
Probation and Parole
3
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Corrections
CPA Education Requirement - Certificate
CPA Education Requirement
Certificate
This certificate program is designed for undergraduate
degree holders from accredited institutions who wish to
pursue a career in accountancy as a Certified Public
Accountant. Upon completion of the program, graduates
will have met the education requirements mandated by
the New Jersey State Board of Accountancy and will be
entitled to sit for the CPA examination. This program,
however, is not designed to prepare the student for the
CPA examination. Passing the exam may require
significant effort beyond the program, including the use
of study guides, review courses, etc.
Graduates are able to:
• examine accounting information as a basis for
economic decision making
• record business transactions resulting in financial
statements
• complete the required accounting and business
education to sit for the CPA exam in New Jersey
This degree is offered through the Business and Public
Service Department, whose mission is to provide
challenging career-oriented undergraduate programs to
business and public service students, educating them to
the level of competency needed for successful transfer to
four year institutions or immediate career path entry into
the global market.
Curriculum
Certificate Program
Course
ACCT-101
BUSI-111
ECON-101
BUSI-131
Credits
Financial Accounting
4
Introduction to Business Administration
3
Macroeconomics
3
Business Law I
3
ACCT-104
BUSI-112
ECON-102
BUSI-132
Managerial Accounting
Principles of Management
Microeconomics
Business Law II
4
3
3
3
ACCT-203
BUSI-192
ACCT-222
ACCT-211
Intermediate Accounting I
Introduction to Financial Management
Auditing
Cost Accounting
4
3
3
3
ACCT-204
ACCT-221
Intermediate Accounting II
Tax Accounting I
Accounting Electives1
Business Elective2
4
3
6
3
Total Credits 55
Choose two courses from the following: Accounting Using
Microcomputers (ACCT-225), Tax Accounting II (ACCT-223),
Government & Not-For-Profit Accounting (ACCT-224).
1
Choose one course from the following: International Business (BUSI154), International Finance (BUSI-193), Principles of Marketing (MRKT101), Introduction to Information Systems (CISY-122), Small Business
Management (BUSI-153), Financial Planning & Institution (BUSI-221).
2
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Associate of Arts Degree
The Associate of Arts degree program in Criminal Justice is a
liberal arts based transfer program, designed to introduce
students to the methods for dealing with unlawful behavior.
Graduates have transferred to four-year degree programs in
either criminal justice or a related field at such colleges as
Rutgers, Rowan College of NJ, New Jersey City University or
John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Graduates of the program
have secured positions in parole and probation, private security,
corrections and federal, state and local police agencies.
Students have access to computer laboratories and develop their
skills in law enforcement computer programs. The cooperative
education component allows students to participate in a work
experience at any agency of the criminal justice system. This
experience gives students a means of making realistic
applications of theories learned in the classroom so they can be
better equipped to select their career choices after graduation.
Graduates are able to:
• explain the functions, duties and roles of law enforcement at
various levels in the criminal justice system
• describe the various causal factors of crime
• discuss the nature of crimes and offenses based on major
theories and current issues
• compare and contrast contemporary perspectives on the
legal principles, theories and challenges inherent in the
criminal justice system
This degree is offered through the Business and Public
Service Department, whose mission is to provide challenging
career-oriented undergraduate programs to business and public
service students, educating them to the level of competency
needed for successful transfer to four year institutions or
immediate career path entry into the global market.
Curriculum
A.A. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
SOCI-101
CISY-122
CISY-102
CRMJ-101
ENGL-112
HIST-201
CRMJ-211
CRMJ-212
HIST-202
PSYC-103
CRMJ-232
CRMJ-233
POLI-121
PHIL-106
PHIL-114
SOCI-231
Credits
English I
3
Mathematics1,2
3-4
Introduction to Sociology
3
Introduction to Information Systems or
Computer Literacy
3
Introduction to Criminal Justice
3
English II
Science (lab)2
Communication2
US History: Beginnings to 1877
Criminology or
Juvenile Delinquency
US History: 1877 to Present
Mathematics or Science1,2
Introduction to Psychology
Criminal Law or
Criminal Procedure
Humanities2
American Government & Politics
Current Moral and Social Issues or
Ethics
Humanities2
Criminal Justice Elective3
American Minority Relations
3
4
3
3
3
3
3-4
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 61 - 63
1
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take
courses below placement level.
2
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
3
Choose any non-duplicated CRMJ course.
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Criminal Justice
Dance - A.F.A.
Dance
Associate of Fine Arts Degree
The Visual and Performing Arts Department offers the
Associate of Fine Arts in Dance (A.F.A.), providing
students with study in modern dance, ballet technique,
jazz technique, performance of repertory, as well as in
production, history, composition and improvisation. In
addition to the major requirements of the A.F.A. in dance,
students must take General Education Courses.
Our philosophy of dance is to help students develop
discipline, independent thinking, creative problem
solving, collaborative and interpersonal skills, and
confidence. This is accomplished through the study of
technique, the production and crafting of dances,
performance opportunities, and a supportive
complementary curriculum.
The A.F.A. program best prepares students who desire
strong dance technique for transfer into a Bachelor of
Fine Arts (B.F.A.) degree program at a four-year
institution or university setting. The curriculum also
focuses on the skills and concepts of dance necessary for
a career in the contemporary dance world. A.F.A.
students develop a strong portfolio to support their
transfer applications and auditions.
The Raritan Valley Dance Ensemble (RVDE) provides
performance and educational programs which foster the
appreciation of dance as an art form. The Ensemble tours
local schools and community groups and performs at
campus events. RVDE provides the College and greater
community with opportunities to experience and
appreciate live dance performances and establishes a
bond between academia and community. RVDE dancers
are selected by audition, and membership is open to all
RVCC dance students and alumni, as well as community
members. RVDE enables the serious dancer to develop a
personal dance identity, both as an independent and
collaborative artist. A faculty dance concert, student
concerts, master classes and workshops constitute the
many other performance opportunities sponsored by the
Dance program.
The faculty of professional artist-educators provides
expert instruction in all areas of our curriculum, offers
direction and guidance for students, and supports each
student's search for original expression. In addition to our
faculty, guest artists offer master classes and Repertory
classes.
Graduates are able to:
• understand the role of a dance artist
• demonstrate technical proficiency and artistic
application of anatomical and kinesthetic principles
in performance
• craft dances with coherence, aesthetic unity and
clarity of theme
• display a critical understanding of the development of
dance based on historical significance, craftsmanship,
cultural context and originality
• analyze choreographic works through classification
of elements, principles and choreographic structure
• investigate careers in performance, dance education
and movement arts
NOTE: Before enrollment, it is mandatory that a
freshman Dance major contact the Visual and
Performing Arts Department for an interview and
placement testing with a member of the Dance faculty.
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Curriculum
A.F.A. Degree
Course
DANC-101
DANC-107
DANC-120
ENGL-111
DANC-121
MUSC-102
Credits
3
2
3
3
3
3
Modern Dance I1
Ballet I1
Laban Movement Analysis
English I
World Dance History
Introduction to Music
DANC-102
DANC-108
DANC-105
ENGL-112
Modern Dance II
Ballet II
Jazz Dance I
English II
Humanities3
DANC-122 Contemporary Dance History
DANC-205 Dance Production I
2
2
2
3
3
3
1
DANC-211
DANC-212
DANC-230
DANC-252
Modern Dance III
Ballet III
Student Dance Ensemble I
Professional Development: Dance
Mathematics Elective2,3
DANC-206 Dance Production II
DANC-210 Dance Composition & Improvisation
Dance Elective4
2
2
2
1
3
1
3
2
DANC-214 Modern Dance IV
DANC-216 Ballet IV
DANC-231 Dance Ensemble II
Science (lab)3,5
Dance Elective4
Social Science Elective3
FITN-115 Dynamics of Fitness & Wellness
2
2
2
4
2
3
1
Total Credits 65
1
Modern and Ballet technique by official placement audition. Students may
not take courses below placement level.
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take courses
below placement level.
2
3
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list. Appreciation of the Arts is recommended for Humanities.
4
Dance Electives: choose from any non-required DANC course or an
Independent Study in Dance. Must total 4 credits.
Must be a laboratory science; Human Anatomy & Physiology I (BIOL124) is recommended.
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Certificate
Joint Certificate Program with the University of Medicine and Dentistry of
New Jersey (UMDNJ)
Candidates must complete all general education courses with
a minimum grade of “C”.
General Education requirements for admission to Dental
Education portion of the program
Course
Credits
BIOL-124 Anatomy & Physiology I
4
ENGL-111 English I
3
PSYC-103 Introduction to Psychology
3
Credits 10*
These courses must be completed with a minimum GPA of
2.0 for a student to be recommended to the Dental Education
portion of the program.
Students who have completed these requirements are required
to attend a meeting in June for information regarding the
recommendation process for the Dental Education coursework
that begins in January. Students will be advised about the allied
health entrance examination that will be administered to each
candidate as part of the recommendation process.
Students must bring proof of Hunterdon or Somerset County
residency to the meeting.
Curriculum
Certificate Program
Dental Education Program at UMDNJ
Course
Credits
Semester I - Spring
Dental Head & Neck Anatomy
3
Introduction to the Dental Professions 4
Dental Materials
3
Medical Emergencies
1
Dental Specialties
1
Semester II - Fall
Practice Management
Dental Science
Dental Radiology
Dental Health Education
Clinical Assisting
Internship
1
2
3
1
3
1
Total Credits 33
*In accordance with the RVCC Advanced Standing policy, a minimum of
10 General Education credits must be completed at Raritan Valley
Community College.
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Dental Assisting - Certificate
Dental Assisting
Dental Hygiene - A.A.S.
Dental Hygiene
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Joint Degree Program with the University of Medicine and Dentistry of
New Jersey (UMDNJ)
RVCC has only 2 seats each year for the Dental
Hygiene program. A student must be enrolled at RVCC
and a resident of Hunterdon or Somerset County in order
to apply for the Dental Education portion of the program.
General Education requirements for admission to
Dental Education portion of the program
Course
Credits
BIOL-124 Anatomy & Physiology I
4
BIOL-125 Anatomy & Physiology II
4
ENGL-111 English I
3
BIOL-133 Principles of Microbiology
4
CHEM-102 Introduction to Chemistry
4
PSYC-103 Introduction to Psychology
3
Credits 22*
These courses must be completed with a minimum
GPA of 2.75 for a student to be recommended to the
Dental Education portion of the program.
Students who have completed these requirements will
be contacted to attend a meeting in the spring semester
for information and applications for the Dental
Education clinical coursework that begins in January.
Students will be advised of additional testing
requirements and the recommendation process at this
meeting.
Students must bring proof of Hunterdon or Somerset
County residency to the meeting.
Additional General Education Requirements
Candidates must complete all additional general
education courses with a minimum of "C" prior to the
start of Dental Education clinical coursework in January.
Course
Credits
COMM-101 Speech
3
Mathematics1
3
ENGL-112 English II
3
SOCI-101 Introduction to Sociology
3
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Dental Education Program at UMDNJ
Course
Credits
Semester I - Spring
ADEC-111 Dental Head and Neck Anatomy
3
ADEC-110 Introduction to the Dental Professions
4
DENH-120 Introduction to Clinical Dental Hygiene
4
ADEC-112 Dental Materials
3
ADEC-113 Medical Emergencies
1
Semester II - Fall
ADEC-114 Dental Health Education I
ADEC-115 Dental Radiology
DENH-121 Clinical Dental Hygiene I
DENH-122 Clinical Services I
DENH-123 Oral Embryology and Histology
1
3
3
3
2
Semester III - Spring
DENH-124 Nutrition
DENH-235 Oral Pathology
DENH-234 Dental Health Ed. II/Comm. Dental Health
DENH-236 Pharmacology and Oral Medicine
DENH-233 Periodontology I
DENH-231 Clinical Dental Hygiene II
DENH-232 Clinical Services II
ADEC-116 Dental Specialties I
2
2
2
1
2
2
3
1
Semester IV - Fall
ADEC-117 Practice Management
DENH-246 Capstone Seminar
DENH-243 Periodontology II
DENH-242 Clinical Services III
DENH-244 Dental Specialties II
DENH-245 Pain Control
1
2
2
3
1
1
Credits 12*
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take
courses below placement level. Exceptions by permission of the
Dean of Instruction.
1
* In accordance with the RVCC Advanced Standing Policy, a
minimum of 22 General Education credits must be completed at
Raritan Valley Community College.
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Total Credits 86
Associate of Science Degree
The Digital Media/Film Studies A.S. program prepares
students to transfer into the junior year at four-year colleges in
media production and/or film studies. It also prepares students
for entry-level jobs in some communication fields, including
video and digital media production. The program includes
required courses in media studies, film, and video production as
well as electives in specialized fields such as digital art,
advanced video editing and theatre.
Digital Media/Film Studies students will pursue an
experiential component in their studies by taking digital
portfolio development and will be encouraged to participate in
a cooperative work experience.
Graduates are able to:
• discuss major video and film genres, styles and their
historic, cultural and social influences
• describe the processes, techniques, and formats used in each
of the various media (video, film, audio, and interactive
media)
• employ a creative approach to all steps in the digital video,
interactive video, and film production process: from
concept and story-boards, to lighting, sound design,
performance, and editing
• use digital video- and sound-editing software to create
original productions
• distinguish among various editing techniques and their
impact on video and film communication
• critique student, media industry and artistic videos and films
• demonstrate technical and artistic expertise throughout a
student-developed video portfolio
• investigate educational and career paths within the video
production and film professions
Curriculum
A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
COMM-120
ARTS-105
ARTS-261
FILM-101
Credits
English I
3
Introduction to Mass Communication 3
Two-Dimensional Design
3
Lights, Optics and Sound
3
Art of the Movies: Film Appreciation
& Analysis
3
COMM-251
ARTS-110
CISY-114
ARTS-267
Writing for the Media
Basic Drawing I
Interactive Multimedia I
Introduction to Video Production
Technological Competency3
3
3
3
3
3
ENGL-112
ARTS-268
English II
Advanced Video Production:
Narrative & Documentary
Specialization Elective2
Social Science1
Mathematics1
3
Social Science1 or
Humanities1
COMM-252 Digital Portfolio Development
Science (lab)1
Specialization Elective2
General Education Elective1
General Education Elective1
3
3
3
3
3
1
4
3
3
3
Total Credits 62
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
1
2
Select a course from the following specialization electives:
Introduction to Digital Photography (ARTS-112), Digital
Artmaking (ARTS-249), Advanced Video Editing (ARTS-278),
Survey of American Film (FILM-122), Acting I: Fundamentals
(THEA-105), Creative Writing I (ENGL-248), Independent
Study/Cooperative Education Digital (COMM-291).
3
If a student passes the technological competency test (no credit),
another course must be selected from Mathematics, Science or
Technological Competency from the General Education list.
Students considering transfer to a four-year institution for a bachelor’s degree in technology should consult with a transfer
counselor early in their program to determine requirements.
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Digital Media/Film Studies
Digital Video Production - Certificate
Digital Video Production
Certificate
The Digital Video Production program is designed to
prepare students for employment in entry-level corporate
communication or entertainment industry video
production positions. The program's emphasis is on
producing web-disseminated video content. Applications
include
corporate
marketing,
training
or
communications; advertising on the web; or news and
entertainment programs designed for traditional
broadcast and/or web distribution. Students who
complete the program will be awarded a Certificate in
Digital Video Production.
Graduates are able to:
• create, plan, write and storyboard effective video
productions
• understand the vocabulary, grammar and syntax of
visual communication
• understand how light, optics and sound are used to
communicate intended meanings
• understand the language and technique of effective
video editing
• produce web-ready video segments
• produce a portfolio-ready video segment and/or
secure a video production internship
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Curriculum
Certificate Program
Course
ENGL-111
COMM-120
ARTS-261
FILM-101
ARTS-267
Credits
English I
3
Introduction to Mass Communication
3
Light, Optics and Sound
3
Art of the Movies:
Film Appreciation & Analysis
3
Introduction to Video Production
3
COMM-251 Writing for the Media
CISY-114
Interactive Multimedia I
ARTS-268 Advanced Video Production:
Narrative & Documentary
ARTS-278 Advanced Video Editing
COMM-291 Independent Study/Co-Op Digital
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 30
NOTE: Though not required, previous experience with camcorders and
basic video production techniques are recommended. Proficiency in
computing at least at the level of Microsoft Word is recommended.
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Associate of Arts Degree
The Early Childhood Education: P-3 program is designed for
students interested in completing the first two-year sequence of
a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education program at
RVCC and subsequently transferring to a four-year college or
university program. This program allows students to move into
P-3 certification programs or to seek employment as a paraprofessional educator. The goals of the RVCC Early Childhood
Education program are to prepare reflective, thoughtful studentprofessionals who, at the end of the program, are capable of
making positive contributions to their communities and their
own lives. We achieve this through rigorous coursework that
engages them in critical, creative thought and activities, along
with experiences in various educational settings in our
communities.
All students considering Early Childhood Education as a
major must meet with an advisor before or during their first
semester and every other semester thereafter to ensure
appropriate course selection based on the college or university
of transfer destination. All students entering an education
major in a bachelor's program will be required to declare a
second academic major. With advisement, some courses for the
second major may be completed at RVCC and then transferred,
allowing for more credits to be completed at RVCC.
Curriculum
A.A. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
PSYC-103
MATH-102
HIST-201
CISY-102
ENGL-112
HIST-202
PSYC-216
COMM-101
English I
Introduction to Psychology
Problem Solving2
US History: Beginnings to 1877
Computer Literacy
Credits
3
3
3
3
3
English II
3
US History:1877 to Present
3
Child Psychology
3
Speech
3
Early Childhood Specialization Elective13
Social Science4
3
ECHD-255 Foundations of Early Childhood
Education5
3
Philosophy4 or
SPAN-103 Introduction to Spanish I3
3
BIOL-111 Principles of Biology
4
Early Childhood Specialization Elective1 2-3
SPAN-104
ECHD-280
Appreciation of the Arts4
3
Humanities4 or
Introduction to Spanish II3
3
Science4 (non biology)
3-4
Field Experiences in Multicultural Settings 3
English Literature4 (GCA)
3
Total Credits 60 - 62
1
Choose 2 of the following courses: Children’s Literature (ECHD213), Modern Dance I (DANC-101) or Jazz Dance I (DANC-105),
Introduction to Special Education (HMNS-240), Current Health
Issues (FITN-131) or Number Systems (MATH-101).
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take
course below placement level.
2
If the foreign language option is selected, a two-semester
sequence in the foreign language is required. Placement exam is
required if students have previously studied Spanish.
3
4
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list. Select an English Literature General Education
course marked with a GCA to meet the Global & Cultural
Awareness requirement.
Students need to have completed any developmental English
courses prior to registering for this class. However, they do not
need to have completed English I (ENGL-111) to take this course.
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Early Childhood Education: P-3 - A.A.
Early Childhood Education: P-3
Early Childhood Education - A.A.S.
Early Childhood Education
Associate of Applied Science Degree
The Associate of Applied Science degree program in
Early Childhood Education prepares students to be
education assistants and teachers aides in schools, child
care centers and similar institutions. Individuals
currently holding paraprofessional positions in education
may use this program to enhance classroom and related
skills. Several graduates have become owners of their
own child care centers.
Although not designed as a transfer program, graduates
of this program have transferred to four-year colleges
and universities, including The College of New Jersey,
The College of Saint Elizabeth, Kean University and
Rutgers University. Some loss of credit may occur
depending upon the transfer institution and the intended
program of baccalaureate study.
Courses are based on theoretical and experimental
knowledge. Most courses provide field experiences
where students prepare reports and perform specific
tasks with children. Opportunities for learning about
various program models and methodology are a part of
the program.
Students participate in Cooperative Education, a
program which offers supervised off-campus jobs where
they receive academic credit in most situations, a salary.
Students may choose to satisfy this requirement by
working at the College's Childcare Center or in a
community-based program. Students gain hands-on
experience related to the theoretical applications learned
in the classroom.
Graduates are able to:
• identify and interpret child development principles in
preschool children
• demonstrate a teaching style that incorporates a wide
range of curricula activities and competence in
teaching methods appropriate for preschool children
• obtain the competencies required to meet state
regulations
This curriculum does not lead to New Jersey State Teacher
certification.
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
PSYC-103
Credits
English I
3
Introduction to Psychology
3
Mathematics1,3
3
ECHD-173 Early Childhood Curriculum
3
ECHD-250 Methods of Teaching Young Children
3
ECHD-195 Nutrition, Health & Safety
for Preschool Children
3
ENGL112
English II
Visual & Performing Arts Elective2
ECHD-181 Child Growth & Development
ECHD-213 Children’s Literature
SOCI-101 Introduction to Sociology
FITN-115 Dynamics of Fitness & Wellness6
ECHD-184 Teaching Language Arts
to Young Children
ECHD-194 Music, Movement & Art
for the Young Child
Science (lab)3
ECHD-183 Math & Science
for Young Children
Free Elective5
ECHD-185 Infant & Toddler Programs
HMNS-240 Introduction to Special Education
Humanities3
General Education3
ECHD-290 Early Childhood Education
Cooperative Education4
3
2-3
3
3
3
1
3
3
4
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 64 - 65
1
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take courses
below placement level.
2
May be Studio or Appreciation.
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
3
Cooperative Education: Students who have not had prior work experience
in a certified preschool setting and wish to receive State Certification as a
Group Teacher by the Department of Youth and Family Services will have
to complete one year (two semesters) of Cooperative work experience for
a total of three credits. All other students must complete a minimum of
three credits of Early Childhood Education Cooperative Education.
4
May be any course offered at the College not required within your
program of study.
5
Elements of Physical Fitness (FITN-142) or Exercise Physiology (FITN146) may be substituted.
6
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Certificate
The Early Childhood Education Certificate program
combines the theoretical foundations in early growth and
education along with the practical skills necessary for teachers
to effectively work with young children. The program includes
courses that cover fundamentals areas of development;
developmentally appropriate curriculum planning and
implementation; information about creating and maintaining a
healthy and safe learning environment; teaching
methodologies; standards of professionalism; and one or two 3credit fieldwork experiences focused on developing skills in
observation and recording of children's development and
behavior.
Students completing the certificate program will meet the
academic requirements for the Child Development Associate
credential through the Council of Professional Recognition, as
well as the academic requirements for the Group Teacher
Approval through the Division of Youth and Family Services
(DYFS), although additional work experience may be required
to meet the DYFS requirement. All courses successfully
completed in the certificate program can be applied toward an
A.A.S. in Early Childhood Education at RVCC. This program
may not transfer to a four-year institution.
Graduates are able to:
• identify child development principles in preschool children
• think critically and communicate effectively orally and in
writing
• observe in classroom settings and demonstrate selfreflection with regard to early childhood education
• identify appropriate equipment and materials that are basic
to preschool programs
• identify basic nutritional needs and safety measures
necessary in early childhood settings
Curriculum
Certificate Program
Course
Credits
ENGL-111 English I
3
ECHD-255 Foundations of Early Childhood
Education
3
ECHD-194 Music, Movement & Art
for the Young Child
3
ECHD-183 Math and Science for Young Children 3
ECHD-195 Nutrition, Health & Safety
for Preschool Children
3
ECHD-181 Child Growth and Development
3
ECHD-173 Early Childhood Curriculum
ECHD-250 Methods of Teaching Young Children
ECHD-184 Teaching Language Arts to the
Young Child
ECHD-213 Children's Literature
PSYC-103 Introduction to Psychology
ECHD-290 Early Childhood Education
Cooperative Education
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3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 36
81
Early Childhood Education - Certificate
Early Childhood Education
Education: K-12 - A.A.
Education: K-12
Associate of Arts Degree
Requirements for education majors at four-year
colleges, especially New Jersey state universities, are
very prescribed due in large part to New Jersey State
Certification requirements. This degree was developed to
assist students, who intend to enter the field of education,
in meeting the requirements of the first two years of a
baccalaureate degree in either elementary or secondary
education.
It is strongly recommended that students in the
Associate of Arts in Education: K-12 degree program
(elementary (K-5), middle school (6-8) or secondary
school (9-12)) meet with a counselor every semester to
ensure appropriate course selection and facilitate transfer
based on the requirements of the college or university to
which they intend to transfer.
Under current New Jersey teacher certification
regulations, students must maintain a minimum
cumulative grade point average of 2.75. Note that
requirements for certification vary by state and students
are advised to research the teacher certification
requirements for the state in which they plan to teach.
Additionally, some teacher education programs require a
GPA higher than 2.75 as an entrance requirement for
their programs.
Note: New Jersey Administrative Code allows only 6
hours of Education course credit earned at a community
college toward a bachelor’s degree in teacher education.
Additionally, in New Jersey a minimum cumulative
grade point average of 2.75 is required for acceptance
into a baccalaureate teacher certification program.
Course requirements vary by transfer college; it is
strongly recommended that students seek advisement
each semester from Advising and Counseling Services.
For information about New Jersey teacher certification
requirements, visit the Department of Education at
www.state.nj.us/education/.
Graduates are able to:
• demonstrate knowledge in a broad general education
background as well as a concentration in a specific
content area as part of their overall teacher education
program
• identify and discuss the historical and philosophical
foundations of early childhood education
• observe in classroom settings and demonstrate selfreflection with regard to early childhood education
theory
• think critically and communicate effectively orally
and in writing
• demonstrate an understanding of and appreciation for
the diverse learning needs and preferences of young
children
Curriculum
A.A. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
PSYC-103
CISY-102
English I
Introduction to Psychology
Mathematics5
Computer Literacy
Philosophy5,7
Credits
3
3
3
3
3
ENGL-112
English II
Mathematics5
COMM-101 Speech
History5,7
PSYC-213 Educational Psychology
FITN-115 Dynamics of Fitness & Wellness6
3
3
3
3
3
1
BIOL-111 Principles of Biology1
EDUC-212 Foundations of Education8
History5,7
Humanities2
Social Science3
4
3
3
3
3
Science5
Literature Survey Elective4,7
PSYC-216 Child Psychology or
PSYC-229 Adolescent Psychology
EDUC-230 Education Field Experience
Free Elective7
3-4
3
3
3
2-3
Total Credits 61 - 63
Exception made for students who intend to become science teachers. See
counselor or advisor.
1
Choose from: Art Appreciation (ARTH-101), Art from Prehistory to the
Gothic Period (ARTH-110), Art from the Renaissance to the Modern Era
(ARTH-111), or Introduction to Music (MUSC-102).
2
3
Choose from: Anthropology, Geography or Sociology.
Choose from: Masterpieces in Early World Literature (ENGL-211) (meets
GCA), World Literature Since the Renaissance (ENGL-212) (meets GCA),
American Literature: Colonial through the Civil War (ENGL-221),
American Literature: Post Civil War to the Present (ENGL-222), English
Literature: Middle Ages through the 18th Century (ENGL-235), English
Literature: Romantic Period (ENGL-236).
4
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
5
Elements of Physical Fitness (FITN-142) or Exercise Physiology (FITN146).
6
One course must meet the Global & Cultural Awareness (GCA)
requirement. This requirement can be met by selecting a Philosophy,
History, Literature Survey, or Free Elective marked as GCA on the General
Education list.
7
8
Students need to have completed any developmental English courses prior
to registering for this class. However, they do not need to have completed
English I (ENGL-111) to take this course.
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Associate of Applied Science Degree
The Associate of Applied Science degree program in Electric
Power Utility Technology is offered in partnership with Jersey
Central Power & Light, a FirstEnergy Company. The program
will prepare graduates for long-term employment opportunities
in a variety of electrical fields, with an emphasis in the line
worker/substation area. The curriculum prepares the students
for
hands-on
transmission
support
system
installation/maintenance and electrical substation maintenance.
The program combines academic coursework to strengthen
the student's skills for the current business world, hands on
skills necessary for employment in the field with an emphasis
placed on safe work practices and procedures in the electrical
environment. Students will achieve first-aid and CPR
certifications. Students will be required to obtain a Class "A"
Driver's License (CDL). An integral part of the program is a
paid summer field experience assigned to a work crew with
FirstEnergy for ten weeks between the two academic years.
Prior to a student's first registration in the program, a
mandatory orientation, RVCC admission including placement
testing and an 80-hour Basic Wood Pole Climbing course are
required. Final decision for enrolling in the program will be
determined after the wood Pole Climbing course by a
FirstEnergy instructor and the student once it is determined if
the student has the basic skills and abilities required for electric
power utility work. Any developmental studies required based
on the placement testing results should be started in the summer
sessions before beginning the first fall semester.
Students enrolled in the Electric Utility technology degree
will attend academic classes at Raritan Valley Community
College and the 2 ½ days a week laboratory courses will be
conducted at a FirstEnergy facility located near the College.
Graduates are able to:
• demonstrate knowledge of the Electric Utility Technology
field
• succeed in employment in the electric utility industry
• interact with people from diverse backgrounds
• demonstrate a high level of written and oral communication
skills
• earn the Associate of Applied Science Degree
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
1st Semester
ENGL-111
CISY-102
BUSI-161
OLST-101
Credits
English I
Computer Literacy
Business Mathematics
Overhead Line/Substation Technology I1
3
3
3
4
2nd Semester
ECON-101 Macroeconomics
3
ENGL-250 Technical Writing & Communication 3
ELEC-101 Electrical Fundamentals
3
FITN-129 First Aid & CPR
3
OLST-102 Overhead Line/Substation Technology II1 4
Summer Field Experience
ELEC-290 Summer Field Experience1
6
3rd Semester
BIOL-181 Science & Society
3
COMM-110 Interpersonal Communications
3
OLST-201 Overhead Line/Substation Technology III1 4
4th Semester
PHIL-114
ENVI-101
COMM-101
OLST-202
Ethics
3
Introduction to Environmental Studies 3
Speech
3
Overhead Line/Substation Technology IV1 4
Free Elective
3
Total Credits 61
1
Courses taken at FirstEnergy facility.
NOTE: Elementary Algebra (MATH-020) is a prerequisite
requirement. Students must complete all developmental
coursework prior to fall admission.
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Electric Utility Technology - A.A.S.
Electric Utility Technology
Emergency Services - A.A.S.
Emergency Services
Associate of Applied Science Degree
This degree is intended for students who are interested
in serving the public in emergency services related
occupations. While emergency services personnel who
gain employment in full time positions will be given
some type of training, the competition for these positions
is very competitive. An applicant who comes to the
hiring process with an Emergency Services degree will
have a competitive advantage when it comes to
placement testing and interviewing.
Graduates are able to:
• describe the role of national, state and local support
organizations in fire and emergency services
• compare effective management concepts for various
emergency situations
• analyze the steps necessary to establish and
implement a contingency plan for various emergency
situations
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
English I
Mathematics3
CRMJ-120 Introduction to Homeland
Security/Emergency Management
CHEM-102 Introduction to Chemistry or
PHYS-112 Concepts of Physics3
FIRE-101
Introduction to Emergency Services4
Credits
3
3
ENGL-112
COMM-101
COMM-110
PSYC-103
CRMJ-221
CRMJ-121
English II
Speech or
Interpersonal Communication
Introduction to Psychology
Leadership, Influence & Decision Making
Crisis Communications for Emergency
Response Personnel2
PHIL-106
PHIL-114
SOCI-101
CRMJ-206
CRMJ-222
Current Moral and Social Issues or
Ethics
Introduction to Sociology
Terrorism, Intelligence & Security Studies
Disaster & Catastrophe
Emergency Operations
EMT - B5 or
Occupational Safety & Health
for Emergency Services4 and
Crisis Management Planning in Business4
HLTH-104
FIRE-204
FIRE-202
CRMJ-220
CRMJ-251
CISY-102
CISY-122
CRMJ-122
Incident Command Systems2
Emergency Exercise and Design
Computer Literacy or
Introduction to Information Systems
Domestic Preparedness
Emergency Services Elective1
3
4
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
6
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 64
Students may choose from the following: Intercultural Communication
(COMM-201), Risk and Financial Management (BUSI-156) or any FIRE or
CRMJ course.
1
Students who have passed Firefighter I and received their certificate from
the NJ Department of Community Affairs, Division of Fire Safety can
substitute this course for Incident Command Systems (CRMJ-220). Students
who have passed Firefighter II and received their certificate from the NJ
Department of Community Affairs, Division of Fire Safety can substitute this
course for Crisis Communications for Emergency Response Personnel
(CRMJ-121). The student must present the original certificate to the Student
Enrollment Center to receive credit for the courses.
2
3
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take courses
below placement level. Quantitative Literacy (MATH-103C) is
recommended. PHYS-112 requires Math-030 as a prerequisite.
4
This course will be taught at the Somerset County Emergency Services
Training Academy.
5
Students who have passed their EMT-B class and have received certification
from the NJ Department of Health can substitute this certification for the
class. The student must present the original certificate to the Student
Enrollment Center to receive credit for the courses.
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Associate of Applied Science Degree
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, every year, fires
and other emergencies take thousands of lives and destroy
property worth billions of dollars. Fire fighters help protect the
public against these dangers by responding to fires and a variety
of other emergencies. In addition to putting out fires, they are
frequently the first emergency personnel at a traffic accident or
medical emergency and may be called upon to treat injuries or
perform other vital functions.
This degree is intended for students who are interested in
serving the public as emergency services personnel, including
fire fighters, fire inspectors, fire investigators and other
emergency services related occupations that are important to
increasing the safety of everyone in society. While emergency
services personnel who gain employment in full time positions
will be given some type of training, the competition for these
positions is very competitive. An applicant who comes to the
hiring process with an Emergency Services degree with an
option in Fire Science will have a competitive advantage when
it comes to placement testing and interviewing.
Graduates are able to:
• describe the role of national, state and local support
organizations in fire and emergency services
• compare effective management concepts for various
emergency situations
• analyze the steps necessary to establish and implement a
contingency plan for various emergency situations
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
Credits
English 1
3
3
Mathematics3
CRMJ-120 Introduction to Homeland
Security/Emergency Management
3
CHEM-102 Introduction to Chemistry or
PHYS-112 Concepts of Physics3
4
FIRE-101
Introduction to Emergency Services4 3
ENGL-112
COMM-101
COMM-110
PSYC-103
FIRE-102
FIRE-201
English II
Speech or
Interpersonal Communication
Introduction to Psychology
Principles of Fire Prevention2,4
Building Construction4
PHIL-106
PHIL-114
SOCI-101
FIRE-103
FIRE-104
HLTH-104
FIRE-204
Current Moral and Social Issues or
Ethics
Introduction to Sociology
Principles of Fire Chemistry2,4
Fire Officer I4
EMT - B5 or
Occupational Safety & Health
for Emergency Services4 and
Crisis Management Planning
in Business4
FIRE-202
FIRE-105
CRMJ-125
CISY-102
CISY-122
Fire Officer II4
Introduction to Arson Investigation
Computer Literacy or
Introduction to Information Systems
Emergency Services Elective1
Emergency Services Elective1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
6
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 64
1
Students may choose from the following: Intercultural
Communication (COMM-201), Risk and Financial Management
(BUSI-156) or any CRMJ course.
2
Students who have passed Firefighter I and received their
certificate from the NJ Department of Community Affairs,
Division of Fire Safety can substitute this course for Principle of
Fire Chemistry (FIRE-103). Students who have passed Firefighter
II and received their certificate from the NJ Department of
Community Affairs, Division of Fire Safety can substitute this
course for Principle of Fire Prevention (FIRE-102). The student
must present the original certificate to the Student Enrollment
Center to receive credit for the courses.
3
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take
courses below placement level. Quantitative Literacy (MATH103C) is recommended. Concepts of Physics (PHYS-112) requires
Intermediate Algebra (Math-030) as a prerequisite.
This course will be taught at the Somerset County Emergency
Services Training Academy.
4
5
Students who have passed their EMT-B class and have received
certification from the NJ Department of Health can substitute this
certification for the class. The student must present the original
certificate to the Student Enrollment Center to receive credit for the
courses.
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Emergency Services: Fire Science Option - A.A.S.
Emergency Services - Fire Science Option
Engineering Science - A.S.
Engineering Science
Associate of Science Degree
The Associate of Science degree program in
Engineering Science prepares students for transfer into
bachelor degree programs in engineering at four-year
colleges and universities. Due to the diversity of
engineering curricula offered at four-year institutions, it
is necessary for transferring students to take one or two
additional courses before attaining junior status at the
transfer institution. Many institutions provide summer
sessions for this purpose. Raritan Valley Community
College has formal transfer agreements with New Jersey
Institute of Technology, The College of New Jersey and
Rutgers University. Graduates of the program have also
transferred successfully to other leading engineering
colleges throughout the country.
Graduates are able to:
• use calculus and differential equations to assist in
solving engineering problems
• apply the fundamental principles of physics to the
solution of engineering problems
• use the computer as a tool to aid in the solution of
engineering problems and engineering graphics and
design
• apply the principles of statics, dynamics and circuit
analysis to establish a strong foundation for upper
level courses in engineering
• present information in graphical and written form
coherently
• understand the role of engineering and technology in
solving today’s societal problems
Curriculum
A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
PHYS-150
CHEM-103
MATH-151
ENGR-105
English I
Engineering Physics I4
General Chemistry I
Calculus I
Introduction to Engineering
Credits
3
4
4
4
1
ENGL-112
MATH-152
CHEM-104
PHYS-151
ENGR-108
English II
Calculus II
General Chemistry II
Engineering Physics II2,4,5
Introduction to Computing for
Engineers & Scientists2,4
3
4
4
4
MATH-251
ENGR-107
ENGR-132
PHYS-250
Calculus III
Engineering Graphics
Engineering Mechanics I
Engineering Physics III3,4,5
Social Science1,6
4
2
3
4
3
MATH-254 Differential Equations
ENGR-133 Engineering Mechanics II
ENGR-111 Introduction to Circuit Analysis4
Humanities1
Humanities1 or Social Science1,6
3
4
3
4
3
3
Total Credits 67
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
1
2
Offered during spring semesters.
3
Offered during fall semesters.
4
Offered also as Honor Option.
Engineering Physics II (PHYS-151) and Engineering Physics III (PHYS250) can be taken in any sequence after completing Engineering Physics I
(PHYS-150).
5
Students planning to transfer to Rutgers should be aware that
Macroeconomics (ECON-101) and Microeconomics (ECON-102)
together would transfer as equivalent to Economics Principle and Problems
(01:220:200) at Rutgers.
6
NOTE: Students are encouraged to take Introduction to Materials Science
& Engineering (ENGR-201) as an extra elective.
NOTE: Make sure to check with your transfer institution about summer
courses to take to gain full junior status.
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Associate of Arts Degree in Liberal Arts
The English degree program is designed for students
interested in focusing on literature and writing in an interrelated
academic environment. The program features a broad range of
courses in English language, literature, and composition,
including introduction to literature and literary theory,
linguistics, survey courses, genre courses, diversity-based and
interdisciplinary courses, and writing-intensive courses. The
program will enable interested students to begin their major in
English at RVCC and to transfer to a four-year institution to
continue their academic advancement on the baccalaureate
level.
Graduates are able to:
• write clearly, grammatically and fluently with focus and
continuity in standard American English
• demonstrate clarity, analytical skill, and organization to
present and support ideas in take-home papers and in-class
writings
• articulate their evolving point of view about literature,
authors, diverse cultures and periods, and or about
compositional artistry, creativity, and style
• write research papers that explore critical inquiry on works
and authors studied in a given course; employ, when
practicable, technological tools; and responsibly use and
document sources
• appreciate, discuss and write about major writers,
movements, cultures, and works covered in a given course
in ways that demonstrate analytical competency and
compositional skill
• appreciate the interrelatedness of literature, literary theory,
language, and composition
1
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education list.
Mathematics by official Placement Test. Students may not take courses below
placement level. Exceptions by permission of department chair.
2
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education list.
For the Math, Science and Technological Competency General Education
requirements, students must take a minimum of 12 credits. This must include
at least one lab science course, one math course and satisfaction of the
technological competency requirement by either passing the technological
competency test (no credit) or taking a technological competency general
education course. If a student passes the technological competency test, another
course must be selected from Math, Science or Technological Competency
General Education, so that the student has earned at least 12 credits in those
categories.
3
4
A two semester sequence is required. Placement by examination is required
for students who wish to continue studying a language previously studied.
Students may not take courses below their placement level. For more
information, see Foreign Language Placement Testing & Degree Requirements
in the College Catalog.
Elements of Physical Fitness (FITN-142) or Exercise Physiology (FITN-146 pre-req Human Biology) may be substituted.
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Curriculum
A.A. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
ENGL-112
FITN-115
English I
Social Science1
Mathematics2,3
Appreciation of the Arts1
Foreign Language4
English II
Social Science1
Technological Competency3
Communication1
Foreign Language4
Dynamics of Fitness & Wellness5
Credits
3
3
3-4
3
3
3
3
3-4
3
3
1
4
3
3
3
3
Science (lab)3
History1
Free Elective8
English Elective6
English Elective6
Mathematics or Science3,9
History1
Global & Cultural Awareness7
English Elective6
English Elective6
0-4
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 61 - 65
English Electives
Must take one course from Category A: Introduction to Literature
(ENGL-201); Introduction to Literary Theory & Criticism (ENGL202); or Language, Mind & Society (ENGL-205).
Choose one course each from three of the four categories B-E, for
a total of 12 credits as follows:
Category B: Survey Courses (one) from among the following:
American Literature: Colonial Period through the Civil War (ENGL221); American Literature: Post-Civil War to the Present (ENGL-222);
Masterpieces of Early World Literature (ENGL-211); World Literature
Since the Renaissance (ENGL-212), English Literature: Middle Ages
through the Eighteenth Century (ENGL-235); English Literature:
Romantic Period to the Present (ENGL-236).
Category C: Genre-based Courses (one) from among the following:
The Short Story (ENGL-224), Introduction to Poetry (ENGL-226),
Drama (ENGL-262), Shakespeare (ENGL-233), Science Fiction
(ENGL-227), The Modern Novel (ENGL-281), The Victorian Novel
(ENGL-282), Autobiography (ENGL-213), Literature of Comedy
(ENGL-234).
Category D: Diversity-based or Interdisciplinary Courses (one) from
among the following: History & Literature of the Vietnam War
(ENGL-259), Psychology & Literature (ENGL-228), Masculinity in
Literature (ENGL-291), African- American Literature (ENGL-231),
Women in Literature (ENGL-290), Global Patterns of Racism (ENGL207), Shakespeare on the Page & On the Screen (ENGL-237), Ethnic
Writers in America (ENGL-223), Law & Literature (ENGL-206), Race
in American Literature & Popular Culture (ENGL-214).
Category E: Writing Intensive Courses (one) from among the
following: Creative Writing I (ENGL-248), Creative Writing II
(ENGL-249), Business Writing & Management Communication
(ENGL-263), Technical Writing (ENGL-250) and Rhetoric & Writing
Studies (ENGL-247).
7
Any General Education course that is listed as a Global & Cultural
Awareness (GCA) course. If a course satisfies both the Global &
Cultural Awareness Requirement and another General Education
requirement in Social Science, Humanities or Communication, the
student may select any course from the General Education list.
8
Any college-level course.
9
If the student has already completed 12 credits in the Math, Science
and Technological Competency categories, the student does not need to
take a course here.
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English - A.A.
English
Environmental Science - A.S.
Environmental Science
Associate of Science Degree in Science and Mathematics
Environmental Science, an option of the Associate of
Science degree program in Science and Mathematics,
prepares students for transfer into a Bachelor of Science
degree program in Environmental Science.
The program provides a comprehensive understanding
of the functions of local and global ecosystems and
examines how they are affected by human activities.
Students consider scientific evidence demonstrating how
human activities threaten many ecosystems, and they
critically study alternatives to present practices.
The Environmental Science program trains students to
examine the impact of man on the environment from
sociological, political and economic viewpoints.
Graduates are able to:
• apply concepts and implement the skills learned in the
sciences, mathematics and humanities to real-world
environmental issues
• demonstrate skills in literature research, debate and
discussion, oral presentation and scientific techniques
and methodology
• demonstrate awareness of local environmental
problems and efforts
• demonstrate awareness of specialization, career and
employment opportunities in the field of
environmental science
Graduates of the program are prepared for entry into a
four-year degree program in environmental science,
which leads to a wide range of careers in environmental
testing and research, consulting, private industry and
environmental agencies.
Curriculum
A.S. Degree
Course
BIOL-101
ENVI-101
ENGL-111
Credits
General Biology I
4
Introduction to Environmental Studies
3
English I
3
3-4
Technological Competency1,3
Mathematics1,2
3-4
BIOL-102 General Biology II
ENGL-112 English II
CHEM-101 General Chemistry I
Social Science1
Mathematics1,2
4
3
4
3
3-4
BIOL-231
CHEM-102
GEOG-101
MATH-110
General Ecology5
General Chemistry II
Introduction to Physical Geography
Statistics I
Science (lab) Elective4
4
4
3
3
3-5
ENVI-201
Environmental Field Studies
Free Elective
Science (lab) Elective4
Humanities1
3
3
3-5
3
Total Credits 62 - 69
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
1
Mathematics by official placement test. Students must complete math
through Precalculus II (MATH-113).
2
Students who pass the technological competency test (no credit) may take
any General Education course.
3
4
Select a course from among the following: Wildflowers, Trees and Ferns
of NJ (BIOL-145), Field Ornithology (BIOL-149), Plants, Humans and the
Environment (BIOL-150), Human Anatomy and Physiology I (BIOL-124),
Human Anatomy & Physiology II (BIOL-125), Microbiology (BIOL-221),
Genetics (BIOL-242), Cellular & Molecular Biology (BIOL-245),
Introduction to Bioinformatics (BIOL-246), Organic Chemistry I (CHEM211), Organic Chemistry II (CHEM-212), Introduction to Geology
(GEOL-157), General Physics I (PHYS-101), General Physics II (PHYS102). Students are encouraged to seek advisement.
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Offered in the fall semester only.
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Certificate
The Event Planning/Meeting Management Certificate is a 30credit certificate program that combines necessary business,
marketing, communication, computer, and public relations
skills for people who wish to learn the principles and practices
of event planning and meeting management. The purpose of
the certificate program is to help students prepare for or enhance
employment opportunities with trade or professional
associations, non-profit organizations and corporations, or work
as independent consultants in the field of event planning and
meeting management.
The certificate program includes one three-credit course to
address specific competencies that effective events planners and
meeting managers need to master, such as program planning,
budgeting and finance management, site selection,
communication with clients and vendors, legal considerations,
negotiation techniques, promotion and marketing. The Event
Planning/Meeting Management Certificate program also
includes a three-credit event production course where students
produce an event and manage budgets, timelines, menus,
advertising, and all tasks associated with event production.
Alternatively, students may enroll in a three-credit cooperative
education that provides students with actual field experience in
events planning and meeting management.
Graduates are able to:
• determine and state event or meeting objectives
• prepare and manage a budget for an event or meeting
• discuss legal issues pertaining to event planning and
meeting management, such as liability, insurance and
confirmation letters
• recognize basic components of a facility or vendor contract
• select and prepare a site for an event or meeting that will
suit the needs of the group and the event or meeting
objectives
• promote and market an event or meeting
• select appropriate food and beverage options that will suit
the needs of the group and the event or meeting objectives
• communicate effectively with clients, vendors and support
services to plan and manage an event or meeting
Curriculum
Certificate Program
Course
ENGL-111
COMM-110
BUSI-111
MRKT-101
COMM-130
Credits
English I
3
Interpersonal Communication
3
Introduction to Business Administration 3
Principles of Marketing
3
Events Planning/Meeting Management 3
COMM-101
BUSI-131
COMM-210
CISY-122
COMM-135
COMM-292
Speech
3
Business Law I
3
Introduction to Public Relations
3
Introduction to Information Systems
3
Event Production or
Communications Cooperative Education 3
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Event Planning/Meeting Management
Exercise Science - A.S.
Exercise Science
Associate of Science Degree
The Associate of Science degree in Exercise Science
prepares students for jobs in the fitness industry,
including health clubs, corporate fitness centers and
personal training. At the same time, the program prepares
the student for transfer into a four-year degree program as
a junior in majors such as Exercise Physiology,
Kinesiology, Athletic Training, Sports Management,
Exercise Science, Sports Marketing, Pre-Medical and
related programs.
The fitness industry has a wide variety of jobs available
and is projected to be a growth industry throughout the
next decade.
Graduates are able to:
• gain practical, hands-on experience from both outside
companies and within the College’s fitness center
• possess a broad knowledge of exercise, including its
benefits and risks, influence on overall health and its
limitations with special populations
• administer and interpret fitness/exercise tests and
prescribe exercise programs for a variety of
populations
• demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the muscles,
bones, connective tissue, energy systems and how to
train them; common injuries and basic first aid; and
the effects of exercise in relation to many diseases,
including heart disease, cancer, diabetes and obesity
• have the knowledge and practical experience needed
to sit for a nationally recognized personal fitness
trainer certification
Curriculum
A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
BIOL-124
CISY-102
PSYC-103
FITN-131
ENGL-112
BIOL-125
FITN-129
FITN-148
FITN-146
BIOL-142
SOCI-101
FITN-132
FITN-203
FITN-123
FITN-290
FITN-201
FITN-207
English I
Human Anatomy & Physiology I
Computer Literacy1
Introduction to Psychology
Current Health Issues
Credits
3
4
3
3
3
English II
Human Anatomy & Physiology II
Humanities2
Mathematics3
First Aid & CPR or
Lifeguarding4
3
4
3
3-4
3
Exercise Physiology & Body Mechanics
Introduction to Nutrition
Introduction to Sociology
Concepts of Aerobic Conditioning
General Education2
Exercise Measurement and Prescription
3
3
3
1
3
3
Care & Prevention of Athletic Injuries
Fitness Cooperative Education
Kinesiology
Sports Management
Fitness & Wellness Elective5
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 63-64
1
May select another course from the Technological Competency category
of the General Education list.
2
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take courses
below placement level. Recommended courses are Quantitative Literacy
(MATH-103c), Statistics (MATH-110) or Calculus I (MATH-151).
3
Students must pass the Red Cross Lifesaving minimum skills test the first
week of class for Lifeguarding (FITN-148). Students do not receive credit
for both Lifeguarding and First Aid & CPR (FITN-129).
4
Students may select three courses from the following Fitness and Wellness
Electives:
Pilates (DANC-109)
Swimming for Fitness (FITN-133)
Volleyball (FITN-108)
Concepts of Aerobic Conditioning (FITN-132)
Golf (FITN-103)
Yoga (FITN-143)
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Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business Management
The Financial Services Option degree program in Business
Management provides students with knowledge of the banking
industry, brokerage and mortgage firms and other financial
organizations.
Students who complete the Financial Services Option will
have the knowledge for entry-level positions as credit
administrators, credit analysts, operational officers, assistant
branch managers, and customer service representatives.
Customer service representatives and loan officers will be in
great demand, and advancement opportunities will accelerate
for those who continue their education and demonstrate
knowledge, interpersonal skills, and professional commitment.
Graduates are able to:
• analyze financial information in support of corporate
decision-making
• devise courses of action to mitigate financial risk factors
• assess the financial implications of proposed corporate
strategies
This degree is offered through the Business and Public
Service Department, whose mission is to provide challenging,
career-oriented undergraduate programs to business and public
service students, educating them to the level of competency
needed for successful transfer to four-year institutions or
immediate career path entry into the global market.
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
ACCT-101
BUSI-111
BUSI-161
ENGL-111
ECON-101
Credits
Financial Accounting
4
Introduction to Business Administration 3
Business Mathematics
3
English I
3
Macroeconomics
3
ACCT-104
CISY-122
ENGL-112
BUSI-156
Managerial Accounting
Introduction to Information Systems
English II
Risk & Financial Management
Social Science1
BUSI-250
BUSI-192
ECON-210
BUSI-112
Business Simulation Seminar
3
Introduction to Financial Management 3
Money & Banking
3
Principles of Management
3
3-4
Humanities1,2
BUSI-131
Business Law I
Science1
Financial Planning & Institutions
General Education1
International Finance
BUSI-221
BUSI-193
4
3
3
3
3
3
3-4
3
3
3
Total Credits 62 - 64
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
1
2
Ethics (PHIL-114) is recommended.
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Financial Services
Financial Services - Certificate of Completion
Financial Services
Certificate of Completion
This one-year program prepares students for
employment in the banking industry, brokerage and
mortgage firms and other financial organizations.
Students who complete the Financial Services Certificate
of Completion will have the knowledge for entry-level
positions as credit administrators, credit analysts,
operational officers, assistant branch managers, and
customer service representatives. Customer service
representatives and loan officers will be in great demand,
and advancement opportunities will accelerate for those
who continue their education and demonstrate
knowledge, interpersonal skills, and professional
commitment. The credits earned in this certificate
program can be used toward the A.A.S. Business
Management - Financial Services option program.
Note: This program is intended for students already
possessing a degree in business who are interested in
specializing in or changing their career track to Finance.
Students not already possessing the appropriate
prerequisites for courses in this program will be required
to complete the pre-requisite coursework.
Graduates are able to:
• analyze financial information in support of corporate
decision-making
• devise courses of action to mitigate financial risk
factors
• assess the financial implications of proposed
corporate strategies
This degree is offered through the Business and Public
Service Department, whose mission is to provide
challenging, career-oriented undergraduate programs to
business and public service students, educating them to
the level of competency needed for successful transfer to
four-year institutions or immediate career path entry into
the global market.
NOTE: Students in this program may not be eligible
for Financial Aid; students should meet with an
Academic Advisor or Financial Aid staff to discuss
options for Financial Aid eligibility.
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Curriculum
Certificate of Completion Program
Course
ENGL-111
BUSI-192
BUSI-156
BUSI-221
ECON-210
BUSI-193
English I
Introduction to Financial Mgmt
Risk and Financial Mgmt
Financial Planning & Institutions
Money and Banking
International Finance
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Credits
3
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 18
Certificate of Completion
The Fitness Specialist Certificate of Completion prepares the
student for entry-level employment as a personal fitness trainer.
The student will possess the skills to work as a trainer in a
private health club, corporate and commercial fitness facilities,
or in his or her own business.
The program combines in-class learning with practical,
hands-on experience in the field. Students will take academic
classes along with a nationally recognized personal trainer
certification to prepare them for the workplace. Cooperative
experience combined with 15 hours of hands-on training give
the student the experience and confidence to work with the
general population and successfully interview for positions in
the field.
Graduates are able to:
• assess a client's level of fitness using recommended
guidelines of the American College of Sports Medicine
• design and customize exercise programs for individuals
based on their current fitness level, future needs and
fitness goals
• demonstrate and teach proper execution of aerobic,
resistance (including several types of weight training
systems), and flexibility exercises
• practice personal fitness training professionally
Note: Students in this program may not be eligible for
Financial Aid; students should meet with an Academic Advisor
or Financial Aid staff to discuss options for Financial Aid eligibility.
Curriculum
Certificate of Completion Program
Course
ENGL-111
FITN-129
FITN-148
FITN-132
FITN-142
FITN-203
FITN-211
FITN-290
Credits
English I
3
First Aid & C.P.R. or
Lifeguarding1
3
Concepts of Aerobic Conditioning
1
Elements of Physical Fitness
3
Exercise Measurement and Prescription 3
Introduction to Personal Training2
3
Fitness Cooperative Education I
2-3
Total Credits 18 - 19
1
Students must pass the Red Cross Lifesaving minimum skills test
the first week of class for Lifeguarding (FITN-148). Students do
not receive credit for both Lifeguarding and First Aid and C.P.R.
(FITN-129).
Students taking Introduction to Personal Training (FITN-211)
must take and pass ACSM Personal Trainer Certification.
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Fitness Specialist
Food and Beverage Management - A.A.S.
Food and Beverage Management
Associate of Applied Science Degree
The Associate of Applied Science degree program in
Food and Beverage Management is offered jointly with
the Hunterdon County Polytech Career Academy. This
program prepares students for entry level management
positions in lodging, food service or institutional
operations in a variety of service fields, such as golf and
country club management, tourism, casinos, convention
management and lodging and restaurant operations.
Certain academic courses will be offered at the
Polytech's Hunterdon Central Campus, which houses a
full-sized, fully equipped commercial production
kitchen.
Instructional topics include a wide variety of specialty
courses in areas such as food preparation and catering,
purchasing, sanitation and cost control. Students also
take part in a cooperative field experience, which offers
them supervised off-campus work in the food and
beverage field of their choice. Core business and general
education courses round out this career degree.
Graduates are able to:
• communicate in a professional manner, handling
client needs and staff issues and training
• demonstrate the skills necessary to prepare and
handle food service, catering and commercial food
operations
• develop menu and catering selections
• control food and beverage purchasing and handle
inventory
• exhibit proficiency in restaurant computer
applications
This degree is offered through the Business and Public
Service Department, whose mission is to provide
challenging career-oriented undergraduate programs to
business and public service students, educating them to
the level of competency needed for successful transfer to
four year institutions or immediate career path entry into
the global market.
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Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
BUSI-161
FMTC-101
FMTC-110
FMTC-132
Credits
English I
3
Business Mathematics
3
Intro to Food and Beverage Management1 3
Food Preparation I1
3
Applied Food Service Sanitation1
3
MRKT-101 Principles of Marketing
CISY-102
Computer Literacy
FMTC-210 Food Preparation II1
Communication2
FMTC-211 Food, Beverage and Labor Cost Controls1
3
3
3
3
3
BUSI-111
Introduction to Business Administration
3
3
Social Science2
BIOL-111 Principles of Biology or
BIOL-142 Introduction to Nutrition
3-4
FMTC-111 Baking and Pastry Arts1
3
FMTC-230 Hospitality Purchasing1
3
FMTC-232
FMTC-233
FMTC-290
FMTC-242
ECON-101
PHIL-114
Humanities2
Catering Management1
Beverage Management1
Cooperative Experience1
Commercial Food Service Operations1
Macroeconomics or
Ethics
3
3
3
3
4
3
Total Credits 64 - 65
1
Courses taken at Hunterdon County Polytech Career Academy
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
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Associate of Applied Science Degree
Game development is both a multi-billion dollar industry as
well as one of the fastest growing segments of the
entertainment industry. According to the Entertainment
Software Association, 60 percent of all Americans age six and
older play computer and video games and 35 percent of all
Americans identified computer and video games as the most
enjoyable entertainment activity, easily surpassing television
(18 percent) and movies (11 percent).
Since creating a successful game requires a large number of
individuals with varying skills, one must typically acquire skills
in programming, project management, and game design. A
typical game development team consists of a designer, several
programmers, a sound engineer, a multimedia specialist, a
producer to manage schedules and budgets, and ten or more
artists and animators. Often towards the end of a project,
additional artists and programmers are added, as well as testers
who play the game repeatedly to discover and track software
bugs.
A degree in Game Development will prepare students for
entry-level positions in programming, testing and game design.
During the final semester of the degree program, game artists
and developers will work in conjunction to create and manage
a complete, usable game.
Graduates are able to:
• design a single level game using storyboarding techniques
• compare and contrast game requirements based on genre
• analyze player control, manual and visual interface design,
and usability
• identify phases in the game development cycle, as well as
be skilled in project management and game documentation
• produce a character identity using character development
elements
• create a rudimentary game using the Torque Game Engine
• merge complex artwork and code to create a working video
game
• create a project report
• identify several approaches for maximizing a job search
• describe computer video post-production techniques used in
the game industry
• describe the relationship between character development
and audio
• set a mood using sound effects, ambient and environmental
sounds and music
• demonstrate knowledge of the legal and ethical issues
related to sound and video sampling and the current
copyright laws pertaining to music, video and audio
recordings
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
CISY-106
PHIL-103
CISY-114
CISY-103
Credits
English I
3
Fundamentals of Game Design
3
Introduction to Logic
3
Interactive Multimedia I
3
Computer Concepts & Programming 4
ENGL-112
PHYS-112
CISY-208
MATH-112
CISY-242
English II
Concepts of Physics
Interactive Multimedia II
Precalculus I1
Object-Oriented Programming
3
4
3
3
3
COMM-101
CISY-267
ENGL-248
CISY-254
FILM-101
Speech
Programming for Game Developers
Creative Writing
Data Structures
Art of the Movies:
Film Appreciation & Analysis
3
3
3
4
COMM-120 Intro to Mass Communication
CISY-132
Systems Analysis and Design
CISY-290
Advanced Game Design
& Development
ARTS-277 Game Audio and Video
CISY-219
Networking Essentials
3
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 63
1
Students placing above Precalculus I (MATH-112) may take
either Precalculus II (MATH-113), Applied Calculus (MATH-150)
or Statistics I (MATH-110).
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Game Development
General Science/Pre-Health Professional - A.S.
General Science/Pre-Health Professional
Associate of Science Degree in Science and Mathematics
General Science/Pre-Health Professional, an option of
the Associate of Science degree program in Science and
Mathematics, permits students to tailor a program to suit
their individual goals. Students who have not decided on
a field of specialization, such as chemistry or biology,
can explore the various sciences. Others who have
specific long-term goals and intend to transfer into
specialized programs can design a program which meets
the requirements of the transfer institution. Students are
cautioned to select their courses in consultation with a
counselor and with the prospective transfer institution.
Graduates are able to:
• exhibit an understanding of the scientific method:
observe, make inferences, classify and organize
information, analyze and synthesize information,
draw conclusions from the data and communicate
those conclusions in writing
• demonstrate proficiency in the laboratory; collect and
analyze data using laboratory equipment; and use
that data to test scientific hypotheses
• apply fundamental scientific principles to the analysis
and solution of scientific problems
• apply the conceptual and computational
mathematical skills necessary to interpret the
mathematics of equilibrium and the dynamics of
change
• read contemporary scientific material with
understanding and appropriate skepticism
Curriculum
A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
Credits
3
English I
Humanities1 or
Social Science1
CHEM-103 General Chemistry I
Mathematics2
BIOL-101 General Biology I
3
4
3
4
ENGL-112
English II
Mathematics2
CHEM-104 General Chemistry II
Humanities1
BIOL-102 General Biology II
3
3
4
3
4
Laboratory Science Elective4
PHYS-101 General Physics I
MATH-110 Statistics I
Technological Competency1,3
4-5
4
3
3-4
Laboratory Science Elective4
Introduction to Psychology
General Physics II
General Education Elective1
4-5
3
4
3
PSYC-103
PHYS-102
Total Credits 62 - 65
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
1
2
Mathematics by official placement test. Students must complete through
Precalculus II (MATH-113). If students place above Precalculus II
(MATH-113), it is recommended that they take Calculus I (MATH-151).
Once minimum math requirement is met, free electives may be used in
place of mathematics credit, if applicable.
Students who pass the technological competency test (no credit) may take
any General Education course.
3
Students may choose BIOL-124 & BIOL-125, any two 200 level BIOL
courses, or CHEM-211 & 212. Please check with transfer institutions for
possible requirements.
4
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Associate of Fine Arts Degree in Visual Arts
The Associate of Fine Arts in Visual Arts-Graphic Design
Option prepares students who intend to transfer to Bachelor of
Fine Arts (B.F.A.) programs at four-year institutions and
professional schools of art. In this A.F.A. program, students
pursue rigorous training and art education in the graphic arts.
There are well equipped studios and computer systems to
support this major.
This program focuses on concepts of design, drawing and
design skills and the use of the computer as a graphic art tool.
It is intended for students who wish to pursue careers as graphic
designers, commercial artists and computer artists.
Graduates are able to:
• outline key aspects of the graphic designer profession
• experiment with concept development and visual planning
strategies toward creative solutions to design problems
• use bitmap, vector and layout software applications in
completing finished design projects
• identify major design movements and influences from
historic, cultural and social perspectives
• analyze and critique student, professional and historical
design products
• demonstrate technical and artistic development throughout
a design portfolio
• investigate careers in the graphic design profession
Curriculum
A.F.A. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
ARTS-105
ARTS-110
ARTS-132
ARTH-110
Credits
English I
3
Two Dimensional Design
3
Basic Drawing I
3
Color Theory
3
Art from Prehistory to the Gothic Period 3
ENGL-112
ARTS-108
ARTS-111
ARTS-246
ARTH-111
English II
Three Dimensional Design
Basic Drawing II
Graphic Design I
Art from the Renaissance to
the Modern Era
3
3
3
3
ARTS-247
ARTS-271
ARTS-276
Graphic Design II
Illustration or
Typography
Graphic Design Elective3
Social Science1
Mathematics or Science2,1
Portfolio Development
3
3
3
3
3-4
2
Graphic Design Elective3
Studio Art Elective4
Graphic Design Elective3
Humanities1
Art History Elective5
3
3
3
3
3
ARTS-252
3
Total Credits 62 - 63
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list. Humanities courses may not have a designation of ARTS or ARTH.
1
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take courses
below placement level.
2
3
Graphic Design Electives:
Two-Dimensional Animation (ARTS-248)
Introduction to Digital Photography (ARTS-112)
Still Photography I (ARTS-212)
Advanced Digital Photography (ARTS-266)
Web Page Design for Graphic Artist (ARTS-274)
Introduction to Video Production (ARTS-267)
Illustration (ARTS-271)
Typography (ARTS-276)
News Production for the Web (ARTS-284)
4
Studio Art Electives:
(ARTS-104 cannot be used to fulfill requirement)
Acrylic & Oil Painting I (ARTS-210)
Ceramics I (ARTS-215)
Figure Drawing I (ARTS-242)
Sculpture I (ARTS-218)
Intro to Contemporary Printmaking (ARTS-253)
5
Art History Electives:
Modern & Contemporary Art (ARTH-203)
Impressionism & Post-Impressionism (ARTH-206)
Art Beyond the Western World (ARTH-208)
History of Photography (ARTH-223)
NOTE: Mathematics Proficiency - This degree requires a
minimum math proficiency through Elementary Algebra (MATH020).
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Graphic Design Transfer Program
Health Information Technology - A.A.S.
Health Information Technology
Associate of Applied Science Degree
The Associate of Applied Science Degree program in
Health Information Technology (HIT) prepares students
for careers in health information management. The HIT
Associate degree program is accredited by the
Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and
Information Management Education (CAHIIM). Health
Information Technicians are employed in hospitals; longterm care facilities, such as nursing homes; large
outpatient and ambulatory care centers; along with
physician offices, health insurance companies and local,
state and federal health agencies. The program includes
general education courses and courses in the major that
teach basic health care information, specific medical
coding procedures, and health data management and
offers students experience in varied health care settings.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that employment
of medical records and health information technicians is
expected to grow 47 percent through 2012 because of
rapid increasing scrutiny by health insurance companies,
regulators, courts, and growth in the number of medical
tests, treatments, and procedures.
Graduates are able to:
• function as part of the health information
management team
• collect, analyze, process and evaluate health data
• control the use and release of health information
• supervise staff
Successful completion of all degree requirements
enables students to sit for the Registered Health
Information Technician (RHIT) credentialing
examination through the American Health Information
Management Association (AHIMA).
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
1st Semester
ENGL-111
BIOL-120
HLTH-101
HITC-105
HLTH-150
Credits
English I
Human Biology1
Healthcare Delivery Systems2
Intro to Health Information Technology2
Medical Terminology3
3
4
2
3
3
2nd Semester
ENGL-112 English II
HLTH-107 Pathophysiology2
HLTH-109 Pharmacology2
HITC-152 Basic ICD9CM Coding3
CISY-122
Introduction to Information Systems
3
3
2
3
3
Summer
HITC-111
2
Professional Practicum I
3rd Semester
MATH-110 Statistics I
PSYC-103 Introduction to Psychology
HITC-154 Basic CPT4 Coding2
HLTH-103 Health Law & Ethics3
HITC-155 Reimbursement Methodologies3
4th Semester
HITC-210
HITC-220
HITC-200
HITC-156
Summer
HITC-230
3
3
3
3
3
Health Data Reporting & Analysis2
Organizational Resource Management2
Health Info Systems & Technologies3
Advanced ICD9CM & CPT Coding3
Humanities4
3
3
3
3
3
Professional Practicum II
2
Total Credits 63
1
Anatomy & Physiology I & II (BIOL-124 & 125) may be substituted.
2
First seven weeks.
3
Second seven weeks.
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
4
NOTE: Due to course sequencing, it is recommended that any
developmental math requirements are completed prior to the start of the
first fall semester.
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Certificate
The Health Information Technology - Medical Coding
Certificate prepares students to determine appropriate medical
codes, process coding information and maximize medical
reimbursement. As the health care system grows in complexity
and advances in medicine and technology continue, hospitals
and physicians who want to remain in the competitive health
care arena will become increasingly pressed to ensure that they
are in compliance with medical coding guidelines and
insurance and billing procedures. To this end, qualified medical
coders will continue to be significant professionals in a wide
range of health care settings.
The certificate can be completed within one calendar year and
graduates will be eligible to sit for the American Health
Information Management Association (AHIMA) national
certification exam to become a Certified Coding Associate
(CCA). Students completing the certificate program can easily
continue on to complete the Associate of Applied Science
Degree in Health Information Technology, since the majority of
the certificate courses are also included in the Associate Degree.
Medical coders are employed in the following settings: nonprofit and private hospitals and nursing homes, physicians'
offices, federal and state hospitals, community health clinics,
health maintenance organizations, and regulatory agencies such
as state health departments and departments of mental health.
Graduates are able to:
• select proper coding choices and maintain effective office
management practices within medical office practice
environments
• understand billing procedures and guidelines related to
health insurance, claims processing, and third-party
reimbursement
• describe ethical and legal considerations, including
confidentiality, insurance fraud and abuse, as well as the role
of the coding and reimbursement specialist
• acquire the skills to function as an entry-level medical coder
Curriculum
Certificate Program
Course
1st Semester
BIOL-120
HLTH-101
HITC-105
HLTH-150
CISY-122
Credits
4
Human Biology1,6
Health Care Delivery Systems2
2
Introduction to Health Info Technology2 3
Medical Terminology3
3
Introduction to Information Systems
3
2nd Semester
HLTH-107 Pathophysiology2
HLTH-109 Pharmacology2
HITC-152 Basic ICD9CM Coding3
HITC-154 Basic CPT-43
HITC-155 Reimbursement Methodologies3
3
2
3
3
3
Summer
HITC-156
HITC-290
3
2
Advanced ICD9CM & CPT Coding4
Medical Coding Internship5
Total Credits 34
1
Anatomy & Physiology I & II (BIOL-124 & 125) may be
substituted.
2
First seven weeks
3
Second seven weeks
4
Summer I session
5
Summer II session
Elementary Algebra (MATH-020) is a prerequisite/corequisite for
this course.
6
NOTE: All students must show evidence of completion of English
I or equivalent.
NOTE: Due to course sequencing, it is recommended that any
developmental math requirements are completed in the summer
session prior to the start of the first fall semester.
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Health Information Technology: Medical Coding - Certificate
Health Information Technology Medical Coding
Health Science - A.S.
Health Science
Associate of Science Degree
The Health Science Degree program is designed to
give graduates or candidates of accredited postsecondary programs who hold current certification or
licensure or life experience in a health science related
discipline (e.g. Medical Coder, Physical Therapy
Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Pharmacy
Technician, Surgical Technician, Respiratory Therapist,
etc.) an opportunity to earn an Associate of Science in
Health Science degree. This program will enable
students to advance their current employment
opportunities and will promote academic advancement
into the baccalaureate level programs in Allied Health or
Health Education.
Graduates are able to:
• enhance educational and career opportunities
through the general and liberal arts education
component of the program
• develop a foundation in the natural sciences
• acquire competencies in organizational management,
computer application, medical terminology and
other areas relevant to the profession
• communicate effectively, think critically and
problem solve across disciplines with consumers,
providers, employees and other health care
professionals with diverse cultural and/or educational
backgrounds
Requirement for Admission: Post-secondary
Certificate/License in a health related profession is
recommended prior to enrollment and required to
graduate. Please contact the Health Science Education
department for more information on acceptable
certificates/licensures.
Curriculum
A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
PSYC-103
BIOL-124
CISY-102
English I
Introduction to Psychology
Anatomy & Physiology I
Computer Literacy
Credits
3
3
4
3
ENGL-112
SOCI-101
BIOL-125
HLTH-150
English II
Introduction to Sociology
Anatomy & Physiology II
Medical Terminology
Humanities1
3
3
4
3
3
COMM-201
HMNS-220
PHIL-106
CHEM-102
PHYS-112
Intercultural Communication
Introduction to Gerontology
Current Moral & Social Issues
Introduction to Chemistry or
Concepts of Physics
Health Science Elective2
3
3
3
MATH-110 Statistics I
Social Science3
Humanities1
Science or Mathematics4
Science or Mathematics4
4
3
3
3
3
3-4
3-4
Total Credits 60 - 62
1
Choose from Art Appreciation (ARTH-101), Art from Prehistory to the
Gothic Period (ARTH-110) or Art from the Renaissance to the Modern Era
(ARTH-111) .
2
Choose from Health Law & Ethics (HLTH-103), Health Data Content &
Structure (HITC-105), Reimbursement Methodologies (HITC-155) or
Human Sexuality (NURS-291).
3
Choose from Marriage & Family (SOCI-202), Social Psychology
(PSYC-201), Community Psychology (PSYC-222) or Abnormal
Psychology (PSYC-211).
4
Choose from Finite Math (MATH-100), Principles of Microbiology
(BIOL-133), Introduction to Nutrition (BIOL-142) or Principles of Biology
(BIOL-111).
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Certificate of Completion
The Certificate of Completion in Homeland Security and
Emergency Management equips students with the necessary
skills to effectively respond to homeland security incidents.
Modeled from federal guidelines, this unique certificate offers
the dual benefit of earning college credits while preparing
students to take the Federal Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA) certification examination.
This certificate is not a substitute for an academic degree and
will not qualify a person for a position which requires a degree.
However, all courses in the certificate may be applied to the
Associate of Arts degree in Criminal Justice.
Graduates are able to:
• describe the various components of the emergency
management system
• write clearly and coherently
• possess a working knowledge, both practical and
theoretical, of the administrative operation of federal, state
and local emergency management systems
• describe new developments in the roles of local officials in
emergency management and disaster response
• use various strategies to promote interpersonal
communication in the workplace
NOTE: Students in this program may not be eligible for
Financial Aid; students should meet with an Academic Advisor
or Financial Aid staff to discuss options for Financial Aid
eligibility.
Curriculum
Certificate of Completion Program
Course
CRMJ-120
Credits
Introduction to Homeland Security
& Emergency Management
3
Criminal Justice Electives1
12
Total Credits 15
1
Choose four courses from the following: Leadership, Influence &
Decision Making for Emergency Operations (CRMJ-221); Crisis
Communications for Emergency Response Personnel (CRMJ121); Terrorism, Intelligence and Security Studies (CRMJ-206);
Disaster and Catastrophic Emergency Operations (CRMJ-222);
Incident Command Systems (CRMJ-220); Domestic Preparedness
- Best Practices for Local Communities (CRMJ-122).
NOTE: All students must show evidence of completion of English
I or equivalent.
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Homeland Security & Emergency Management - Certificate of Completion
Homeland Security & Emergency
Management
Human Services - Certificate of Completion
Human Services
Certificate of Completion
The Certificate of Completion is designed for
individuals currently working in a human service setting,
but who do not have college experience or hold a college
degree in this area. As such, non-traditional students are
encouraged to enroll. The course sequence is intended to
provide a broad overview of the field of human services,
social welfare systems, and specific populations and
groups engaged in social services. Students can tailor the
program to their career needs through the selection of a
specialized elective in human services, as well as an
elective consistent with a broader liberal arts education.
Through the selection of a specialized elective,
students can customize their education to meet their
immediate career needs in the fields of disability,
gerontology, child welfare or other social service
settings. Course content addresses the skills and
knowledge necessary to function more effectively and
efficiently within any human service setting. Graduates
will be able to apply a set of professional values and
critical thinking skills to the day-to-day judgments
common to direct support positions, as well as gain an
understanding of the programs, benefits and rules that
comprise the broader social welfare system and impact
their daily work.
Upon earning the Certificate of Completion, students
will be prepared to advance beyond entry-level human
service positions while they continue to pursue further
education toward the Certificate in Human Services or
an Associate of Arts degree. The Certificate of
Completion is envisioned as a first step on the career
ladder in human services. See the Certificate in Human
Services for additional information.
Graduates are able to:
• identify social welfare programs serving vulnerable
populations
• apply social work values and the Code of Ethics to
controversial topics and case scenarios
• access community resources for specific target
populations with whom they work
• describe a strengths-based approach to client
assessment and intervention
• define and promote self-determination and
empowerment among individuals with whom they
work
• communicate effectively with individuals and
families regarding social service needs and resources
• demonstrate basic interviewing and supportive
counseling skills
NOTE: Students in this program may not be eligible
for Financial Aid; students should meet with an
Academic Advisor or Financial Aid staff to discuss
options for Financial Aid eligibility.
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Curriculum
Certificate of Completion Program
Course
Credits
HMNS-102 Introduction to Social Work
& Social Welfare Systems
3
HMNS-201 Human Behavior & the Social Environment 3
HMNS-205 Interviewing & Counseling Skills
3
3
Human Services Specialization Elective1
Elective2
3
Total Credits 15
1
In consultation with their sponsoring agency (if applicable), select a
course from among the following specialized electives: Introduction to
Disabilities (HMNS-110), Introduction to Gerontology (HMNS-220),
Introduction to Women & Gender (WGST-110), Juvenile Delinquency
(CRMJ-212), Introduction to Special Education (HMNS-240),
Perspectives in Death and Dying (NURS-221) or successful completion of
the Child Welfare Certificate Program (evaluation pending).
In consultation with the Certificate Program Coordinator and sponsoring
agency, if applicable, select a course from among English I (ENGL-111),
Computer Literacy (CISY-102), Intercultural Communications (COMM201), Number Systems (MATH-101), Introduction to Psychology (PSYC103), Introduction to Sociology (SOCI-101), or Introduction to Nutrition
(BIOL-142).
2
NOTE: English I (ENGL-111) is recommended prior to registering for
other academic courses to establish English proficiency. Placement testing
is required prior to registering for ENGL-111.
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Certificate
The Certificate in Human Services is designed for direct
support professionals in a wide variety of social service
settings. It builds on the content focused curriculum of the
Certificate of Completion in Human Services, while exposing
students to the broader general education curriculum of a liberal
arts education. The Certificate is envisioned as a second tier in
the career ladder for direct support professionals currently
working in a human service setting, as well as those intending
to move directly into human services without pursuing
additional education.
Students will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to
work effectively in a wide variety of direct services roles. The
Certificate will also provide an academic foundation, including
English and math proficiencies, that will enable them to
advance beyond entry-level positions and assume more
leadership roles.
Students completing the Certificate in Human Services may
choose to continue their education by enrolling in the Associate
of Arts degree in Human Services/Pre-Social Work. Pursuit of
a degree in social work is also possible by transferring to a fouryear college with an accredited B.S.W. program with junior
status upon completion of the A.A. degree.
Graduates are able to:
• use a comprehensive ecological model to assess client
situations prior to intervening
• demonstrate English proficiency in written and verbal
communication
• model and explain self-determination and empowerment in
human service settings
• access community resources for target populations
receiving social services
• employ a strengths-based approach to assessment
• identify and apply interdisciplinary theories in situational
assessment
• access social science data to support intervention strategies,
needs assessment, and program development
Curriculum
Certificate Program
Course
Credits
HMNS-102 Introduction to Social Work
& Social Welfare Systems
3
HMNS-201 Human Behavior &
the Social Environment
3
HMNS-205 Interviewing & Counseling Skills
3
Human Services Specialization Elective1 3
ENGL-111
CISY-102
COMM-101
COMM-110
PSYC-103
SOCI-101
BIOL-142
English I
Computer Literacy
Speech or
Interpersonal Communication
Introduction to Psychology
Introduction to Sociology
Introduction to Nutrition
Mathematics2,3,4
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 33
In consultation with their sponsoring agency (if applicable), select
a course from among the following specialized electives:
Introduction to Disabilities (HMNS-110), Introduction to
Gerontology (HMNS-220), Introduction to Women & Gender
(WGST-110), Juvenile Delinquency (CRMJ-212), Introduction to
Special Education (HMNS-240), Perspectives in Death and Dying
(NURS-221) or successful completion of the Child Welfare
Certificate Program (evaluation pending).
1
2
Statistics I (MATH-110) is recommended for students intending to
transfer to a four-year institution.
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take
courses below placement level.
3
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
4
NOTE: Math and English placement testing required prior to enrollment.
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Human Services - Certificate
Human Services
Human Services - A.A.S.
Human Services
Associate of Applied Science Degree
The A.A.S. degree is specifically designed for
individuals currently employed in a human service
setting and is particularly appropriate for direct support
professionals (DSPs) working with individuals with
disabilities, older adults, in social service agencies or
state run programs such as DYFS, and in state
institutions for persons with mental illness or
developmental disabilities.
The course sequence is intended to expand students’
understanding of the broader social service system in
which they function and ground their daily practices
within a social systems framework and code of
professional conduct. Students can tailor the program to
their career needs through the selection of a specialized
elective in human services and an assortment of social
science electives. College credit may also be awarded for
previously completed training through the Department of
Human Services or the College of Direct Support. The
student should present the original certification to the
Student Enrollment Center to receive credit.
Through the designation of a specialized elective and
on-the-job experience, students customize their
education to meet their immediate career needs in the
fields of disability, gerontology, child welfare or other
social service settings. The curriculum is designed to
provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary
to function more effectively and efficiently within any
human service setting.
Graduates are able to:
• apply a set of professional values and critical thinking
skills to the day-to-day judgments common to direct
support positions
• interpret, explain and navigate the complex system of
programs, benefits and rules that comprise the
broader social welfare system
• advocate for change within their organizations and
political process
Students interested in transferring into a Bachelor
degree program upon completion of their Associate
degree should enroll in the A.A. degree in Human
Services/Pre-Social Work in order to meet the transfer
requirements of the 4-year institutions. The A.A.S.
degree is primarily designed for current DHS or
community provider agency employees wishing to
advance within their current setting.
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Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
Credits
Career Electives
HMNS-102 Introduction to Social Work
3
& Social Welfare5
HMNS-201 Human Behavior &
the Social Environment
3
HMNS-205 Interviewing & Counseling Skills
3
HMNS-207 Social Policy & Politics
3
HMNS-290 Internship in Human Services I5
3
HMNS-291 Internship in Human Services II5
3
Specialized Human Service Elective1,5
3
SOCI-201 Contemporary Social Issues
3
Social Science2
6
Credits 30
General Education
ENGL-111 English I
SOCI-101 Introduction to Sociology
PSYC-103 Introduction to Psychology
Communication3
CISY-102
Computer Literacy
PHIL-106 Current Moral & Social Issues
Mathematics3
Humanities3
SOCI-231 American Minority Relations or
ANTH-202 Global Patterns of Racism
General Education3,4
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
Credits 30
Total Credits 60
1
Specialized Human Service electives include: Introduction to Disabilities
(HMNS-110); Introduction to Gerontology (HMNS-220), Introduction to
Special Education (HMNS-240), Abnormal Psychology (PSYC-211),
Marriage & Family (SOCI-202).
2
Any course from ANTH, ECON, GEOG, POLI, PSYC, or SOCI.
3
Select an appropriate course from the General Education list.
4
English II is recommended.
5
Upon presentation of original certificates to the Student Enrollment
Center, academic credit may be awarded for (1) "Certificate of Competency
in Child Protective Services," (2) "Certificate of Competency in Mental
Health Services" or (3) "Certificate of Competency in Disability Services"
signed by the Commissioner of Human Services and the President of the
teaching community college OR "Certificate of Completion - New Jersey
Career Path in Developmental Disabilities Direct Support Professional
Levels 1 & 2" issued by The Elizabeth M. Boggs Center on Developmental
Disabilities - UCEDD UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
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Associate of Arts Degree
Human Services is comprised of those fields involved in the
prevention and remediation of social and personal problems of a
diverse clientele. Human service professionals perform in a wide range
of occupations and in a variety of settings including community health
centers, community mental health centers, group homes and halfway
houses, nursing homes and substance rehabilitation centers. They help
individuals, families, or groups cope with problems such as
homelessness, inadequate housing, serious illness, disabilities,
unemployment, lack of job skills, financial mismanagement, unwanted
pregnancy, or family disruptions.
The demand for skilled human service workers is expected to
increase as the population ages, as mandated alternatives to costly
hospitalization increase and as the concern for the developmentally
challenged also increases. State and local governments, as well as
national, state and local organizations and agencies, continue to be
major employers. The Human Services/Pre-Social Work option
provides students with an interdisciplinary knowledge base that
includes theories of individual, group and societal development. These
theories are applied toward the examination of social work practice,
development and implementation of social welfare programs, public
policy development and evaluation of intervention strategies. This
associate degree option serves to meet the prerequisites of Bachelor's
of Social Work programs in New Jersey. While the program is
designed for transfer, it is anticipated that students completing the
degree will possess the requisite knowledge and skills for employment
in a human services agency.
Students enrolled in Associate of Arts degree programs who intend
to transfer to four-year colleges or universities are strongly advised to
discuss the General Education Foundation of Courses with a
counselor. Selection of these courses will facilitate full transfer of
general education credits completed toward the degree.
Curriculum
A.A. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
English I
Technological Competency1
History2
PSYC-103 Introduction to Psychology
HMNS-102 Introduction to Social Work
& Social Welfare
• analyze social science data related to human services
• demonstrate a competent knowledge and informational base in
the behavioral and social sciences from which appropriate and
specific skills can evolve
• demonstrate the application of interdisciplinary theories of
individual, group and societal development
• conduct multi-dimensional assessments of individual’s needs
and resources
• articulate an understanding of their own culture and the culture
of others so as to increase their abilities to work in an
increasingly diverse world with diverse populations
• demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills
• apply ethical guidelines when working with clientele
3
ENGL-112 English II
MATH-112 Precalculus I or
MATH-110 Statistics I3
History2
SOCI-101 Introduction to Sociology
HMNS-201 Human Behavior & Social Environment
3
3
3
3
Science (lab)1
Communication2
Humanities4
SOCI-231 American Minority Relations
HMNS-205 Interviewing and Counseling Skills
4
3
3
3
3
Mathematics1,3 or
Science1,3
Humanities4
Philosophy6
HMNS-207 Social Policy & Politics
Human Services
Specialization Elective5
Graduates are able to:
• write clearly, grammatically and fluently in standard American
English
Credits
3
3-4
3
3
3
3-4
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 61 - 63
1
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list. For the Math, Science and Technological Competency
General Education requirements, students must take a minimum of
12 credits. This must include one lab science course, Precalculus I
(MATH-112) or Statistics I (MATH-110), and satisfaction of the
technological competency requirement by either passing the
technological competency test (no credit) or taking a technological
competency general education course. If a student passes the
technological competency test, another course must be selected from
Math, Science or Technological Competency General Education, so
that the student has earned at least 12 credits in those categories.
2
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
3
Mathematics by official placement test.
4
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list. A two semester sequence of Foreign Language is
recommended. Placement by examination is required for students
who wish to continue studying a language previously studied.
Students may not take courses below their placement level. For more
information, see Foreign Language Placement Testing & Degree
Requirements in the College Catalog.
5
Select a Human Services Specialization Elective: Introduction to
Gerontology (HMNS-220); Introduction to Disabilities (HMNS110), Internship in Human Services (HMNS-290), Community
Psychology (PSYC-222), Marriage and Family (SOCI-202),
Abnormal Psychology (PSYC-211), Contemporary Social Problems
(SOCI-201), Women & Minorities in the Criminal Justice System
(HMNS-204), Introduction to Women & Gender Studies (WGST110), Psychology of Women & Gender (PSYC-203).
6
Choose from Introduction to Philosophy (PHIL-101), Major World
Religions (PHIL-105) or Current Moral & Social Issues (PHIL-106).
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Human Services/Pre-Social Work
Option in Liberal Arts
Information Systems & Technology - A.S.
Information Systems & Technology
Associate of Science Degree
Information Systems & Technology prepares students
for transfer into bachelor's degree programs at four-year
colleges and universities. The area of information
systems, under the headings of Information Systems (IS)
and Information Technology (IT), has become critical to
the operation of many organizations. The field has
evolved from a cost center to one where IS and IT
operations are providing strategic value to corporations.
The knowledge required to be effective in this field has
also grown. IS and IT staff must understand not only
how computers operate but also how they can be
effectively networked together. The use of Internet
technologies has become pervasive and database
management has also become an integral function. The
Information Systems & Technology Associate of
Science degree is designed to provide students who
intend to transfer to four-year institutions a strong and
broad background in the area of IS and IT. Key courses
are provided in the area of Web development,
Networking, and Database development. In addition,
the program develops strong programming skills in a
programming language of the student's choice.
Graduates are able to:
• solve IS and IT problems within the context of
business systems
• communicate effectively within an organization
• work productively in team and individual settings
• demonstrate professionalism and ethical behavior
• adapt to emerging technologies and new
environments
Curriculum
A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
CISY-113
CISY-219
CISY-132
ENGL-112
CISY-225
CISY-285
English I
Computing & Programming
Fundamentals Track3
Mathematics1
Social Science2
Free Elective
Credits
3
4
3-5
3
3
Desktop Computer Hardware & Software 3
Computing & Programming
Fundamentals Track3
4
Mathematics1
3-4
Science (lab)2
4
Computing & Programming
Fundamentals Track3
Networking Essentials
Systems Analysis & Design
Science (lab)2
English II
Web Page Development I
Data Base Development & Design
Social Science2
Humanities2
Free Elective
3-4
3
3
4
3
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 61 - 65
Students must select two courses from the following list: Precalculus I
(MATH-112) and Precalculus II (MATH-113) or Precalculus Honors
(MATH-114H); Calculus I (MATH-151); Calculus II (MATH-152); Linear
Algebra (MATH-256); Discrete Mathematics (MATH-255); or Statistics I
(MATH-110). Some four-year colleges require two semesters of calculus
and a statistics course. Since there are only two mathematics courses
required in the A.S. program, it is suggested that students use the Free
Elective in the fourth semester to satisfy the third math course for transfer.
Students should check with a transfer counselor about their requirements
and the transferability of the math courses and other electives.
1
Select a course or courses from the appropriate category of the General
Education list. Students should check with a transfer counselor about their
requirements and the transferability of the electives. For the Science
courses, many four-year institutions require a two semester sequence of a
Lab-Science (e.g. PHYS-101 and 102 for Physics or CHEM-102 and 103
for Chemistry).
2
Students with no prior course in computing concepts or programming are
encouraged to take Track 1. Students may choose either Track 1 or Track
II as listed below:
3
Track I: 1st Semester: Computer Concepts & Programming (CISY-103)
2nd Semester: Foundations of Computer Science (CISY-105)
3rd Semester: Data Structures (CISY-254)
Track II: 1st Semester: Foundations of Computer Science (CISY-105)
2nd Semester: Data Structures (CISY-254)
3rd Semester: Select one from: Java (CISY-249), C
Programming (CISY-238), Object Oriented Programming
(CISY-242), Introduction to Visual Basic.NET (CISY-224).
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Associate of Applied Science Degree
Information Systems and Technology prepares students to
enter various paraprofessional and professional careers upon
graduation. The area of information systems, under the
headings of Information Systems (IS) and Information
Technology (IT), has become critical to the operation of many
organizations. The field has evolved from a cost center to one
where the IS and IT operations are providing strategic value to
corporations. The knowledge required to be effective in this
field has also grown. IS and IT staff must understand not only
how computers operate but how they can be effectively
networked together. The use of Internet technologies has
become pervasive and database management has become an
integral function.
Graduates are able to:
• solve IS and IT problems within the context of business
systems
• communicate effectively within an organization
• work productively in team and individual settings
• demonstrate professionalism and ethical behavior
• adapt to emerging technologies and new environments
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
CISY-103
CISY-105
CISY-113
Credits
English I
3
Computer Concepts & Programming or
Foundations of Computer Science
4
Desktop Computer
Hardware & Software
3
3-5
Mathematics1,2
General Education2
3
ENGL-112
CISY-225
English II
3
Web Page Development I
3
CISY Programming course3
3
Mathematics1,2 or
Introduction to Logic
3-4
Introduction to Business Administration 3
PHIL-103
BUSI-111
CISY-219
CISY-132
CISY-285
CISY-229
CISY-292
CISY Programming course3
Networking Essentials
Systems Analysis & Design
Science (lab)2
Social Science2
3
3
3
4
3
Data Base Development & Design
Information Security Fundamentals or
CISY Elective4
CISY Elective4 or
Computer Science Cooperative
Education I
CISY Elective4
Humanities2
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 62-65
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take
courses below placement level.
1
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
2
3
Students must take two programming courses. Students have the
option of learning one language in-depth or learning two
languages. The courses taken must be one of the following: Java
(CISY-249), Advanced Java (CISY-257), Data Structures (CISY254), C Programming (CISY-238), Object Oriented Programming
(CISY-242), Introduction to Visual Basic.NET (CISY-224), any
other NET course.
4
Any CISY-200 level course.
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Information Systems & Technology - A.A.S.
Information Systems & Technology
Interior Design - A.A.S.
Interior Design
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Interior Design involves the understanding of a created
environment and its relationship to people. In short, it's
the creation of space in which people work, live and
play. The goal of the program is to encourage the student
to conceptualize and create successful design solutions
for a wide range of clients and design problems.
The Interior Design program, which includes courses
offered at RVCC’s instructional site in Bridgewater
(RVCC@Bridgewater), covers both the residential and
commercial facets of interior design. Graduates will be
able to draft floor plans and select color schemes,
fabrics, wall/floor treatments and lighting modes.
Students can also continue with advanced coursework
toward a bachelor's degree.
Graduates are able to:
• function as members of the interior design
community
• display a professional manner and image
• assist with important design decisions on a
residential or commercial project
• recognize and respect culture diversity
• make meaningful connections between disciplines
• serve as design assistants, stylists, drafters or space
planners within the profession
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
ARTH-110
IDTC-100
ARTS-132
VCTC-103
VCTC-100
ARTS-110
CNTC-100
CNTC-101
Credits
English I
3
Art from Prehistory to the Gothic Period 3
Design Studio I3
3
Color Theory or
Color Theory3
3
Drawing and Perspective3 or
Basic Drawing I
3
Construction Blueprint Reading3 or
Construction Materials & Procedures I3 2-3
ENGL-112 English II or
COMM-101 Speech
ARTH-111 Art from the Renaissance to the
Modern Era
IDTC-200 Design Studio II3
IDTC-101 History of Furniture I3
Social Science1
ESTC-110
IDTC-230
IDTC-202
VCTC-211
3
3
3
3
3
IDTC-201
Computer Aided Drafting I3
Design Studio III3
Textiles, Finishes and Materials3
Marker Rendering/Presentation Tech3
Mathematics1,2
History of Furniture II3
3
3
3
3
3
3
CNTC-104
IDTC-240
IDTC-205
IDTC-204
BIOL-181
ENVI-101
Architectural CAD Drawing3
Design Studio IV3
Trade Codes and Business Practices3
Lighting for Interiors3
Science and Society or
Introduction to Environmental Studies
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 65 - 66
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
1
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take courses
below placement level. Number Systems (MATH-101) is recommended.
2
3
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Associate of Applied Science Degree
The International Business degree program in Business
Management provides students with knowledge of the global
economy, international trade issues, worldwide financial and
business trends and marketing challenges in a global
environment.
Students who complete the International Business Option
have knowledge in international trade, foreign exchange,
management styles and diverse corporate cultures; the basic
principles of international accounting, comparative accounting
standards and systems; the International Monetary Fund,
budgets in comparative economies, trade deficits and world
market economies; legal and technical aspects of business startups and continuance, import/export strategies; and
communication skills for a multicultural environment.
Graduates are able to:
• analyze international financial markets and their importance
to nations and corporations
• compare methods of communication used in different
cultures
• analyze the practical aspects of import-export activities of
global business
• examine the management and organizational issues
confronting global business
• analyze the international trade issues confronting national
economies
This degree is offered through the Business and Public
Service Department, whose mission is to provide challenging
career-oriented undergraduate programs to business and public
service students, educating them to the level of competency
needed for successful transfer to four year institutions or
immediate career path entry into the global market.
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
ACCT-101
BUSI-161
BUSI-111
ENGL-111
ECON-101
Credits
Financial Accounting
4
3
Business Mathematics1
Introduction to Business Administration 3
English I
3
Macroeconomics
3
ACCT-104
BUSI-154
ENGL-112
MRKT-101
ECON-102
Managerial Accounting
International Business
English II
Principles of Marketing
Microeconomics
4
3
3
3
3
BUSI-131
ECON-202
CISY-122
BUSI-110
Business Law I
International Economics
Introduction to Information Systems
Globalization and Business
Humanities2,3
3
3
3
3
3
CISY-261
BUSI-193
BUSI-250
COMM-201
Science (lab or non-lab)2
Microcomputer Applications
International Finance
Business Simulation Seminar
Intercultural Communication
3-4
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 62 - 63
1
A Mathematics course, Precalculus I (MATH-112) or Statistics I
(MATH-110), may be substituted through placement testing.
2
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
3
A foreign language is recommended.
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International Business Program - A.A.S.
International Business Program
International Business - Certificate
International Business
Certificate
International trade will be a significant source of
market expansion for most United States businesses as
we move through the 21st century. Because of this
expansion, it has become increasingly important for
businesses to employ individuals who are sufficiently
knowledgeable about the unique circumstances of
conducting international business. The Certificate in
International Business provides students with the
knowledge and skills necessary to position businesses in
the global marketplace.
The curriculum introduces students to cultural
differences which will be the foundation for their
international business experience and interactions.
Further, the curriculum provides them with the technical
knowledge of management theories as they apply to
international business; covers documentation,
regulations and licensing necessary for international
trade; explores the relationships of national economics
and their simultaneous need both to encourage free trade
and protect their domestic markets; and surveys the
connection between the international business
environment and international financial institutions.
The Certificate in International Business was
developed in response to educational needs identified by
members of the International Business Advisory
Committee and by respondents to a recent survey of
local businesses. The program is designed for
individuals who have some business experience and are
interested in earning a credential validating that they
have learned international business theory and
procedures. All courses in the certificate articulate with
the Associate in Applied Science in Business
Management.
Graduates are able to:
• analyze international financial markets and their
importance to nations and corporations
• compare methods of communication used in
different cultures
• analyze the practical aspects of import-export
activities of global businesses
• examine the management and organizational issues
confronting global business
• analyze the international trade issues confronting
national economies
This certificate is offered through the Business and
Public Service Department, whose mission is to provide
challenging career-oriented undergraduate programs to
business and public service students, educating them to
the level of competency needed for successful transfer to
four year institutions or immediate career path entry into
the global market.
NOTE: Students in this program may not be eligible
for Financial Aid; students should meet with an
Academic Advisor or Financial Aid staff to discuss
options for Financial Aid eligibility.
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Curriculum
Certificate Program
Course
ENGL-111
COMM-201
BUSI-154
ECON-202
BUSI-110
BUSI-193
English I
Intercultural Communication
International Business
International Economics
Globalization and Business
International Finance
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Credits
3
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 18
Associate of Applied Science Degree
This program is designed for students interested in seeking
employment as a police officer in a department requiring an
associate degree or 60 credits. It will also satisfy the
requirements for students who seek to apply as Alternative
Route candidates to New Jersey Police Academies.
Graduates are able to:
• explain the functions, duties and roles of law enforcement
at various levels in the criminal justice system
• describe the various causal factors of crime
• discuss the nature of crimes and offenses based on major
theories and current issues
• describe the role of the police officer in the community
This degree is offered through the Business and Public
Service Department, whose mission is to provide challenging
career-oriented undergraduate programs to business and public
service students, educating them to the level of competency
needed for successful transfer to four year institutions or
immediate career path entry into the global market.
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
SOCI-101
CRMJ-131
CRMJ-101
English I
Mathematics3
Introduction to Sociology
Police and Community
Introduction to Criminal Justice
Credits
3
3
3
3
3
ENGL-112
English II
Science (lab)1
COMM-101 Speech or
COMM-201 Intercultural Communication
CRMJ-234 Criminal Investigations
CRMJ-211 Criminology or
CRMJ-212 Juvenile Delinquency
PHIL-106
PHIL-114
CRMJ-232
CRMJ-233
FITN-129
PSYC-103
POLI-121
SOCI-231
CISY-102
CISY-122
Criminal Justice Elective2
Current Moral and Social Issues or
Ethics
Criminal Law or
Criminal Procedure
First Aid & CPR
Introduction to Psychology
American Government & Politics
American Minority Relations
Computer Literacy or
Introduction to Information Systems
Criminal Justice Elective2
Criminal Justice Elective2
3
3-4
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 60 - 61
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
1
Students may choose any non-duplicated CRMJ course or
Criminal Justice Cooperative Education (one semester only).
2
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take
courses below placement level. Quantitative Literacy (MATH103C) is recommended.
3
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Law Enforcement - A.A.S.
Law Enforcement
Liberal Arts - A.A.
Liberal Arts
Associate of Arts Degree
The Liberal Arts degree program offers students a wide
variety of courses to choose from and, at the same time,
prepares the student to transfer into the junior year of
study at a four-year college. The program is similar to
other general Liberal Arts programs in the first two years
at such colleges.
Liberal Arts is the study of basic knowledge and the
development of one’s ability to think clearly. Thus,
Liberal Arts students take courses in English, their own
and foreign cultures, mathematics and science, the arts,
the study of society, past and present, the study of ideas
and a foreign language. Students who want to study
Liberal Arts but also know they want to concentrate in
Social Science, Music, Studio Arts, Theatre, or
Communication may select one of the Liberal Arts
options.
Although Liberal Arts is not career training in a direct
way, many employers in corporations, government and
in such professions as law and medicine believe that the
best preparation for work in their fields is a Liberal Arts
education. Liberal Arts teaches the student how to use
and think about information, no matter what the job is or
how jobs change.
Graduates are able to:
• think critically and interpret complex ideas and
phenomena both orally and in writing
• analyze and synthesize ideas in writing and speech
• demonstrate the ability to forge a practical linkage
between learning in the classroom and applying that
learning to real-world problems
• demonstrate the highest level possible of skills in oral
and written communication
• demonstrate the skills of textual explanation, analysis
and interpretation
Students enrolled in Associate of Arts degree programs
who intend to transfer to four-year colleges or
universities are strongly advised to discuss the General
Education Foundation Courses with a counselor.
Selection of these courses will facilitate full transfer of
general education credits completed toward the degree.
Course
ENGL-111
ENGL-112
FITN-115
Curriculum
A.A. Degree
English I
Social Science1
Mathematics2,3
Appreciation of the Arts1
Foreign Language4
English II
Social Science1
Technological Competency3
Communication1
Foreign Language4
Dynamics of Fitness & Wellness5
Science (lab)3
History6
English Literature1
Global & Cultural Awareness7
Free Elective8
Mathematics or Science3,9
History6
English Literature1
Free Elective8
Free Elective8
Credits
3
3
3-4
3
3
3
3
3-4
3
3
1
4
3
3
3
3
0-4
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 61 - 65
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education list.
For the Math, Science and Technological Competency General Education
requirements, students must take a minimum of 12 credits. This must include
one lab science course, one math course, and satisfaction of the technological
competency requirement by either passing the technological competency test
(no credit) or taking a technological competency general education course. If
a student passes the technological competency test, another course must be
selected from Math, Science or Technological Competency General
Education, so that the student has earned at least 12 credits in those categories.
3
4
A two semester sequence is required. Placement by examination is
required for students who wish to continue studying a language previously
studied. Students may not take courses below their placement level. For
more information, see Foreign Language Placement Testing and Degree
Requirements in the College Catalog.
5
Elements of Physical Fitness (FITN-142) or Exercise Physiology (FITN146) may be substituted.
Choose from the following History Courses: World Civilization I (HIST101), World Civilization II (HIST-102), US History: Beginnings to 1877
(HIST-201), US History: 1877 to Present (HIST-202).
6
Any General Education course that is listed as a Global and Cultural
Awareness (GCA) course. If a course satisfies both the Global and Cultural
Awareness Requirement and another General Education requirement in
Social Science, Humanities or Communication, the student may select any
course from the General Education list.
7
1
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take
courses below placement level. Exceptions by permission of
department chairperson.
2
112
8
Any college-level course.
If the student has already completed 12 credits in the Math, Science and
Technological Competency categories, the student does not need to take a
course here.
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Associate of Arts Degree
Environmental Studies, an option of the Associate of Arts
degree program, is an interdisciplinary major offered by the
Department of Humanities, Social Sciences and Education, in
cooperation with the Department of Science and Engineering,
and other Departments at RVCC with environmental interests
and applications. This option prepares students for transfer into
either Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree programs
in Environmental Studies and related fields, which leads to a
wide range of career opportunities in environmental policy and
law, journalism, activism, business and education.
Environmental Studies is an interdisciplinary major designed
to teach students to examine environmental issues from a broad
range of perspectives and analytical methods. Approximately
half of the coursework will consist of classes in the biological
and physical sciences, to learn about the basic patterns and
processes that govern the natural world, and the effects of
human actions on it. The other half of classes will consist of
courses in the humanities and social sciences (e.g., sociology,
anthropology, philosophy, history, economics) in order to better
understand the complexities of these human dimensions of
contemporary environmental issues. With this broad range of
tools and perspectives, students will learn to analyze the human
and other causes of modern environmental problems, as well as
to devise strategies and solutions to address them. Students will
also be encouraged to focus on a particular subject area of his
or her interest (e.g., social sciences, humanities,
communications and languages, education, fine arts,
economics, etc.).
Graduates are able to:
• demonstrate awareness of local and global environmental
problems and efforts taken to address them
• apply concepts and skills learned in the sciences, liberal arts,
and other fields of study to real-world environmental issues
• demonstrate skills in literature research, debate and
discussion, oral presentation and scientific techniques and
methodologies
• demonstrate awareness of specialization, career and
employment opportunities in the field of environmental
studies
Curriculum
A.A. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
ENVI-101
BIOL-101
ENGL-112
BIOL-102
Credits
English I
3
3
Humanities1
3
Mathematics3
Introduction to Environmental Studies 3
General Biology I
4
English II
History2
Humanities1
General Biology II
Technological Competency1
BIOL-231
3
3
3
4
3-4
General Ecology
History2
Communications1
Free Elective
GEOG-101 Introduction to Physical Geography
4
3
3
3
3
Environmental Science Elective4
PHIL-106 Current Moral and Social Issues
ANTH-201 North American Indians or
GEOG-102 Introduction to Cultural Geography
Social Science1
Free Elective
3-4
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 63 - 65
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
1
Choose two of the following History courses: World Civilization
I (HIST-101), World Civilization II (HIST-102), U.S. History:
Beginnings to 1877 (HIST-201), U.S. History: 1877 to Present
(HIST-202).
2
3
Mathematics by official placement test. Students must be proficient through Precalculus I (MATH-112). If students are proficient
above Precalculus I, it is recommended they take Statistics I
(MATH -110).
Select one of the following courses: Field Ornithology (BIOL149), Wildflowers, Trees, and Ferns of NJ (BIOL-145),
Introduction to Geology (GEOL-157), Plants, Humans and the
Environment (BIOL-150).
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Liberal Arts: Environmental Studies Option - A.A.
Liberal Arts - Environmental Studies Option
Liberal Arts: Social Science Option - A.A.
Liberal Arts - Social Science Option
Associate of Arts Degree
Social Science, an option of the Associate of Arts
degree program in Liberal Arts, is primarily designed to
prepare students to transfer into the junior year of a
baccalaureate degree program in anthropology,
criminology, political science, psychology or sociology.
In addition, students seeking admission into pre-law,
social work, or public administration programs would
receive a solid academic foundation on which to build.
The social sciences faculty is strongly committed to
providing students with an introduction to a variety of
disciplines within the social sciences. This broader
perspective is desirable because it provides students with
a better understanding of human behavior and social
groups than can be provided by simply focusing on one
academic discipline. Students who wish to major in a
particular discipline (e.g. psychology) after transferring
can still graduate with a total of 12 credits in that
discipline; however, transfer institutions which grant the
bachelor of arts degree prefer students to take most of the
coursework in the major at their institution. Students
seeking employment immediately after graduation also
benefit from the program, in view of the increasing
emphasis many employers place on a liberal arts
education.
Students enrolled in associate of arts degree programs
who intend to transfer to four-year colleges or
universities are strongly advised to discuss the General
Education Foundation of Courses with a counselor.
Selection of these courses will facilitate full transfer of
general education credits completed toward the degree.
Graduates are able to:
• demonstrate with various social science subject
fields and individual analytical approaches and
methods
• communicate clearly and correctly in written and
spoken English
• identify ethical issues within various social science
disciplines
• analyze social science data within the various fields
• identify and discuss relations among various fields in
the social sciences
Curriculum
A.A. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
SOCI-101
ENGL-112
English I
History1
Foreign Language2
Mathematics3,4
Introduction to Sociology
PSYC-103
English II
History1
Foreign Language2
Technological Competency4
Introduction to Psychology
FITN-115
POLI-101
Humanities9
Social Science6
Science (lab)4
Appreciation of the Arts9
Dynamics of Fitness & Wellness5
Introduction to Political Science
Credits
3
3
3
3-4
3
3
3
3
3-4
3
3
3
4
3
1
3
Communication9
3
Mathematics or
Science4,8
0-4
Social Science6
3
Global & Cultural Awareness7
3
ANTH-101 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology or
ANTH-102 Human Origins
3
Total Credits 61 - 65
3
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take courses
below placement level. Exceptions by permission of department chair.
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list. For the Math, Science and Technological Competency General
Education requirements, students must take a minimum of 12 credits. This
must include at least one lab science course, one math course and
satisfaction of the technological competency requirement by either passing
the technological competency test (no credit) or taking a technological
competency general education course. If a student passes the technological
competency test, another course must be selected from Math, Science or
Technological Competency General Education, so that the student has
earned at least 12 credits in those categories.
4
Elements of Physical Fitness (FITN-142) or Exercise Physiology (FITN146) may be substituted.
5
6
Any course from ANTH, ECON, GEOG, POLI, PSYC, or SOCI.
Any General Education course that is listed as a Global and Cultural
Awareness (GCA) course. If a course satisfies both the Global and Cultural
Awareness Requirement and another General Education requirement in
Social Science, Humanities or Communication, the student may select any
course from the General Education list.
7
Choose from the following History Courses: World Civilization I
(HIST-101), World Civilization II (HIST-102), US History:
Beginnings to 1877 (HIST-201), US History: 1877 to Present (HIST202).
1
A two semester sequence is required. Placement by examination is
required for students who wish to continue studying a language
previously studied. Students may not take courses below their
placement level. For more information, see Foreign Language
Placement Testing and Degree Requirements in the College Catalog.
2
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If the student has already completed 12 credits in the Math, Science and
Technological Competency categories, the student does not need to take a
course here.
8
9
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education list.
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Associate of Arts Degree
The Women and Gender Studies Option within the Liberal
Arts major analyzes the category of gender and explores how
gender shapes the lives of both women and men. Students in
this option will become better equipped to analyze and respond
to messages about masculinity and femininity, and perhaps
even create new ones. Students will explore how women and
men learn their gender roles, how they rebel against these roles,
and how these roles intersect globally with race, ethnicity, class,
sexual orientation, and religion. Interdisciplinary in nature, this
program will foster students' analysis of gender by weaving
together the tools of history, philosophy, psychology, sociology,
cultural studies, and literary studies. Graduates of this Option
can go on to major in Women and/or Gender Studies at fouryear institutions, they can major in a variety of other fields
(Psychology, Sociology, English, Communications, etc.), or
they can go directly into the workplace.
Graduates are able to:
• understand the relationship between gender and society,
making them more competitive in a workplace
• think critically and communicate effectively, orally and in
writing
• examine how gender impacts all aspects of our culture
• understand gender as it relates to race, class, and sexual
orientation
Curriculum
A.A. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
English I
Mathematics1,2
Foreign Language3
PSYC-103 Introduction to Psychology
WGST-110 Introduction to Women
& Gender Studies
ENGL-112
FITN-115
SOCI 101
English II
Technological Competency2
Foreign Language3
Dynamics of Fitness & Wellness4
Introduction to Sociology
Option Elective5
COMM-110 Interpersonal Communication
Science (lab)2
History6
Option Elective5
Free Elective8
Mathematics or
Science2,9
History6
Appreciation of the Arts7
Option Elective5
Free Elective8
Credits
3
3-4
3
3
3
3
3-4
3
1
3
3
3
4
3
3
3
0-4
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 61 - 65
A two semester sequence is required. Placement by examination is
required for students who wish to continue studying a language
previously studied. Students may not take courses below their
placement level. For more information, see Foreign Language
Placement Testing & Degree Requirements in the College Catalog.
3
Mathematics by official Placement Test. Students may not take courses
below placement level. Exceptions by permission of department
chairperson.
1
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education list.
For the Math, Science and Technological Competency General Education
requirements, students must take a minimum of 12 credits. This must include
one lab science course, one math course, and satisfaction of the technological
competency requirement by either passing the technological competency test
(no credit) or taking a technological competency general education course. If
a student passes the technological competency test, another course must be
selected from Math, Science or Technological Competency General
Education, so that the student has earned at least 12 credits in those
categories.
2
4
Elements of Physical Fitness (FITN-142) or Exercise Physiology
(FITN-146) may be substituted.
Option electives include: Women in Literature (ENGL-290),
Masculinity in Literature (ENGL-291), Psychology of Women and
Gender (PSYC-203), Feminist Philosophy (PHIL-210), Marriage
and Family (SOCI-202), and Women and Minorities in the Criminal
Justice System (CRMJ-204).
5
6
Choose from the following History Courses: World Civilization I
(HIST-101), World Civilization II (HIST-102), US History:
Beginnings to 1877 (HIST-201), US History: 1877 to Present (HIST202).
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
7
8
Any college level course.
If the student has already completed 12 credits in the Math, Science
and Technological Competency categories, no course is needed here.
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Liberal Arts - Women & Gender
Studies Option
Management Information Systems - A.S.
Management Information Systems
Associate of Science Degree in Business Administration
Management Information Systems, an option of the
Associate of Science degree program in Business
Administration, prepares students to transfer to four-year
colleges and universities to study computer information
systems. Direct transfer options with many four-year
institutions are available. Graduates have transferred to
such colleges and universities as Rutgers University,
Seton Hall University, Rider University, The College of
New Jersey, Kean University and Monmouth University.
This program adds various computer language studies
and courses in systems analysis to the basic business
transfer program.
Graduates are able to:
• construct systems requirements that address user
business needs
• produce well-structured applications programs
• examine financial statements as a basis for economic
decision making
This degree is offered through the Business and Public
Service Department, whose mission is to provide
challenging career-oriented undergraduate programs to
business and public service students, educating them to
the level of competency needed for successful transfer to
four year institutions or immediate career path entry into
the global market.
Curriculum
A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
BUSI-111
ACCT-101
CISY-103
Credits
English I
3
Introduction to Business Administration
3
Financial Accounting
4
Computer Concepts and Programming
4
3
Mathematics1,3
ENGL-112
English II
Programming Elective2
Managerial Accounting
Social Science3
Mathematics1,3
ACCT-104
BUSI-131 Business Law I
ECON-101 Macroeconomics
Science (lab)3
Humanities3
CISY-132
Systems Analysis & Design
MRKT-101 Principles of Marketing
ECON-102 Microeconomics
Humanities3 or Social Science3
Science3
CIS Elective2
3
3-4
4
3
3
3
3
4
3
3
3
3
3
3-4
3
Total Credits 64 - 66
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take courses
below placement level. Exceptions by permission of Department Chair.
Number Systems (MATH-101) and Problem Solving Strategies (MATH102) may not be used to satisfy the math requirement.
1
2
See Computer Science (CISY) Programming Electives list in the College
Catalog. Select one course from the Programming Elective list and one
course from the CIS Elective list.
3
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
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Associate of Applied Science Degree
The degree program in Marketing prepares graduates for
entry into the job market in advertising, marketing, retailing or
sales immediately upon graduation. Even though this is not a
transfer program, a recent study indicated that 75% of graduates
continued their education at four-year colleges and universities.
The Associate of Applied Science degree program in Marketing
also provides a core group of business courses in management,
accounting and computer science that facilitates transfer to
four-year colleges.
Graduates are able to:
• apply basic marketing principles to business decisions
• explain company-wide strategic planning and its four steps
• identify the psychological and social factors that influence
consumers in making purchase decisions and how these
factors relate to the formation of effective marketing
strategy
• construct a marketing plan for a product or service
• formulate market segmentation, target marketing and
product positioning strategies
This degree is offered through the Business and Public
Service Department, whose mission is to provide challenging
career-oriented undergraduate programs to business and public
service students, educating them to the level of competency
needed for successful transfer to four-year institutions or
immediate career path entry into the global market.
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
ACCT-101
BUSI-111
PSYC-103
MRKT-101
Credits
English I
3
Financial Accounting
4
Introduction to Business Administration 3
Introduction to Psychology
3
Principles of Marketing
3
ENGL-112
ACCT-104
MRKT-120
CISY-122
COMM-101
COMM-110
COMM-201
English II
Managerial Accounting
Consumer Behavior
Introduction to Information Systems
Speech or
Interpersonal Communication or
Intercultural Communication
MRKT-221
MRKT-211
BUSI-161
MATH-100
MATH-110
BUSI-131
Selling & Sales Management or
Retailing
Business Mathematics or
Finite Math or
Statistics I2
Business Law I
Science (lab or non-lab)1
Social Science1
MRKT-231
MRKT-202
MRKT-205
ECON-101
Advertising or
E-Commerce or
Direct & Interactive Marketing
Macroeconomics
Humanities1,3
BUSI-250 Business Simulation Seminar or
MRKT-292 Capstone Internship
Free Elective4
3
4
3
3
3
3
3
3
3-4
3
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 62 - 63
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
1
2
A mathematics course may be substituted through placement
testing. Students may not take courses below placement level.
3
Ethics (PHIL-114) is recommended.
Any course offered at the College not required within your
program.
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Marketing
Mathematics - A.S.
Mathematics
Associate of Science Degree in Science and Mathematics
The Associate of Science degree program in Science
and Mathematics prepares students for transfer into
the junior year of a baccalaureate degree program in
mathematics or related areas such as statistical or
actuarial fields. This program is also recommended for
those students interested in pursuing higher studies in
physics and allied fields. Graduates have transferred to
colleges in New Jersey and across the nation.
Graduates are able to:
• understand and use the language and symbols of
mathematics
• apply the fundamental processes of differentiation
and integration to phenomena involving change
• utilize the concepts of mathematical modeling
• employ logical reasoning in mathematical proof and
problem solving
• understand the appropriate use of technology for
problem-solving in such areas as calculus,
differential equations, linear algebra, and discrete
math
• synthesize mathematical concepts, theories and
applications so as to solve mathematical problems
independently
Curriculum
A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
ENGL-112
Credits
3
3-5
4
English I
Mathematics2
Science Sequence3
Science Elective1 or
Foreign Language4
3
English II
Humanities1
Mathematics2
Science Sequence3
Science Elective1 or
Foreign Language4
3
3
4
4
3
Mathematics2
Communication1
Computer Programming Elective5
Social Science1
Free Elective
4
3
3-4
3
3
Mathematics2
Mathematics2
Science Elective1 or
Computer Programming Elective5
Humanities1
Social Science1
4
4
3-4
3
3
Total Credits 63 - 67
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
1
Mathematics by official placement. Select five of the following:
Precalculus II (MATH-113) or Precalculus Honors (MATH-114H),
Calculus I, II & III (MATH-151, 152 & 251 Required), Differential
Equations (MATH-254), Discrete Mathematics (MATH-255) and Linear
Algebra (MATH-256).
2
3
Take one eight (8) credit sequence from either Biology, Chemistry or
Physics. Engineering Physics is recommended.
If foreign language is chosen, a two semester sequence is required.
Placement by examination is required for students who wish to continue
studying a language previously studied. For more information, see Foreign
Language Placement Testing & Degree Requirements in the College
Catalog.
4
5
Choose a course from the Computer Science (CISY) Programming
Electives list in the College Catalog or choose Introduction to Computing
for Engineers & Scientists (ENGR-108). Students should check the
transferability of ENGR-108.
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Certificate
The Medical Assistant Certificate program prepares a student
for a career in the field of medical assisting. Medical Assistants
perform routine administrative and clinical tasks under the
supervision of a physician, other health practitioner, or office
manager. Clinical skills for a Medical Assistant include taking
medical histories and recording vital signs, assisting with the
primary physical exam and other specialty exams, preparing
patients for minor surgical procedures, providing patient
education and nutritional information, cleaning and sterilizing
instruments, and assisting in the collection and analysis of
laboratory specimens.
Administrative skills include
coordinating and scheduling patient appointments, receiving
and processing patients in the office, preparing and maintaining
patient records, coding and filing health insurance claims, and
performing bookkeeping tasks.
In addition to academic requirements, a Medical Assistant
should possess certain personal characteristics to successfully
work in the people-centered environment of the medical care
facility. These qualifications include dependability, flexibility,
good communication skills, positive attitude, and a genuine
concern for others.
Basic classroom study and labs are followed by a six-week,
unpaid professional practicum in a healthcare facility at the end
of the second semester. The professional practicum will
provide students with an opportunity to put the skills they have
learned in the classroom setting to the real life environment,
which will include patients, doctors, and office staff members.
The Medical Assistant Certificate 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). It is
also accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied
Health Education Programs, 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL
33756, (727) 210-2350.
Graduates will be able to sit for the Certified Medical
Assistant (CMA) exam offered by the American Association of
Medical Assistants (AAMA).
Graduates are able to:
• function as members of the healthcare team
• perform clinical and administrative tasks under a
supervising physician, other health practitioner or office
manager
• communicate professionally, accurately, and within
legal/ethical boundaries
• display a professional manner and image
• demonstrate standard safety and emergency practices and
procedures while performing assigned duties
Note: Applicants convicted of a felony are not eligible to sit
for the CMA national certification examination unless the
certifying board grants a waiver based on one or more of the
mitigating circumstances listed in the disciplinary standards.
Background checks are required prior to admission.
Note: BLS Certification by the American Heart Association,
a physical examination, and proof of immunizations are
required.
Curriculum
Certificate Program
Prerequisite Courses
Mathematics Proficiency1
Technological Competency2
Credits
First Semester
ENGL-111 English I
MATC-111 Administrative Medical
Assistant Principles
BIOL-120 Human Biology3
HLTH-150 Medical Terminology
7
4
3
Second Semester
MATC-121 Clinical Medical Assistant Principles
MATC-116 Phlebotomy Theory & Lab
HLTH-109 Pharmacology4
HLTH-107 Pathophysiology4
7
1
2
3
Summer
MATC-128 Medical Assistant
Professional Practicum5
6
3
Total Credits 36
1
This certificate requires minimum math proficiency through
Elementary Algebra (MATH-020).
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list. Technological Competency may also be met by
passing the Technological Competency Test (no credit).
2
Anatomy & Physiology I & II (BIOL-124 & 125) may be
substituted.
3
4
Online seven week class.
Must provide BLS Certification by the American Heart
Association to faculty on first day of class.
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Medical Assistant
Multimedia Communications - A.A.S.
Multimedia Communications
Associate of Applied Science Degree
The Associate of Applied Science degree in
Multimedia Communications prepares students for
careers in the fields of multimedia design and
production. The program is interdisciplinary in nature,
integrating specialized knowledge and skills from three
academic areas at Raritan Valley Community College:
computer information systems, communications and
commercial art.
Graduates are able to:
• define multimedia and relate its components to
traditional presentation techniques
• identify hardware and software used in multimedia
• discuss the features of well designed multimedia
presentations
• discuss the use of text, graphics, sound, video, and
animation in multimedia
• create and present multimedia presentations in
multiple mediums using appropriate text, graphics,
sound, video and animation software
• identify the system resources required for various
types of multimedia presentations
• interpret current copyright laws concerning
multimedia
• locate resources on the Internet that are used in
creating multimedia presentations
• open, convert, and transfer electronically computer
files with various file extensions and sizes
• demonstrate proficiency in using the computer to
collect, prepare and present documents that
summarize and synthesize information used in
making decisions
• apply knowledge of other disciplines to problem
solving and decision making
• recognize the ethical issues surrounding the use of
computers in creating multimedia presentations
• analyze data and create presentations and other
documents that communicate ideas effectively
• recognize the commonalities and differences in
values, perspectives and behaviors of diverse people
in the development of multimedia presentations
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
CISY-114
ARTS-105
CISY-102
CISY-103
Credits
English I
3
Interactive Multimedia I
3
Two-Dimensional Design
3
Computer Literacy4 or
Computer Concepts and Programming 3-4
Humanities1,3
3
ENGL-112
English II
Communication1
Graphics Design I
Interactive Multimedia II
Web Page Development I
ARTS-246
CISY-208
CISY-225
CISY-268
ARTS-267
ARTS-247
CISY-291
ARTS-268
General Education1
Web Page Development II
Mathematics1
Introduction to Video Production
Social Science1
Graphics Design II
Interactive Multimedia Programming
Advanced Video Production: Narrative
& Documentary (recommended) or
Specialization Elective2
Science (lab)1
General Education1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3-4
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 60 - 61
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
1
Choose from the following: Color Theory (ARTS-132), Two-Dimensional
Animation (ARTS-248), Digital Artmaking (ARTS-249), Web Page
Design for the Graphic Artist (ARTS-274), Introduction to Digital
Photography (ARTS-112), News Production for the Web (ARTS-284),
Fundamentals of Game Design (CISY-106), Extensible Markup Language
(XML) (CISY-227), JavaScript (CISY-244), Computer Science
Cooperative Education (CISY-292), Speech (COMM-101), Writing for the
Media (COMM-251) or Introduction to Mass Communication (COMM120).
2
3
Art of the Movies: Film Appreciation and Analysis (FILM-101) is
recommended.
4
Students who are focusing on an art emphasis are recommended to take
Computer Literacy (CISY-102).
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Certificate
This certificate program prepares students for employment in
the fields of computers, arts, and education. The program is
interdisciplinary in nature, integrating specialized knowledge
and skills from three academic areas at Raritan Valley
Community College: computer information systems,
communications and commercial art.
Graduates are able to:
• define multimedia and relate its components to traditional
presentation techniques
• identify hardware and software used in multimedia
• discuss the features of well designed multimedia
presentations
• discuss the use of text, graphics, sound, video, and
animation in multimedia
• create and present multimedia presentations in multiple
mediums using appropriate text, graphics, sound, video and
animation software
• identify the system resources required for various types of
multimedia presentations
• interpret current copyright laws concerning multimedia
• locate resources on the Internet that are used in creating
multimedia presentations
• open, convert, and transfer electronically computer files
with various file extensions and sizes
• demonstrate proficiency in using the computer to collect,
prepare and present documents that summarize and
synthesize information used in making decisions
• apply knowledge of other disciplines to problem solving
and decision making
• recognize the ethical issues surrounding the use of
computers in creating multimedia presentations
• analyze data and create presentations and other documents
that communicate ideas effectively
• recognize the commonalities and differences in values,
perspectives and behaviors of diverse people in the
development of multimedia presentations
Curriculum
Certificate Program
Course
ENGL-111
COMM-102
ARTS-105
CISY-114
CISY-225
ARTS-246
CISY-208
ARTS-267
CISY-268
English I
Intro to Communication Theory
Two Dimensional Design
Interactive Multimedia I
Web Page Development I
Credits
3
3
3
3
3
Graphics Design I
Interactive Multimedia II
Introduction to Video Production or
Specialization Elective2
Web Page Development II
General Education1
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 30
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
1
Select a specialization elective from the following: Color Theory
(ARTS-132), Two-Dimensional Animation (ARTS-248), Digital
ArtMaking (ARTS-249), Advanced Video Production: Narrative &
Documentary (ARTS-268), Web Page Design for the Graphic
Artist (ARTS-274), Introduction to Digital Photography (ARTS112), News Production for the Web (ARTS-284), Fundamentals of
Game Design (CISY-106), Extensible Markup Language (XML)
(CISY-227), JavaScript (CISY-244), Programming for Game
Developers (CISY-267), Computer Science Cooperative Education
(CISY-292), Introduction to Mass Communication (COMM-120)
or Writing for the Media (COMM-251).
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Multimedia Communications
Music - A.A.
Music Transfer Program
Associate of Arts Degree in Liberal Arts - Music Option
Music, an option of the Associate of Arts degree program
in Liberal Arts, provides a full complement of General
Education requirements for a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
transfer as a generalist liberal arts major to certain four-year
liberal arts colleges and universities, such as Rutgers
University, Rowan University and Montclair University.
This curriculum also provides a basic foundation in music
with two semesters each of Theory and Musicianship,
Keyboard Proficiency, Applied Music Lessons and
Performance Ensembles. Possible career paths may include
integration of the music concentration with studies in media
and communications, advertising, music therapy,
sociological studies, or business in the music industry.
It is recommended that the music major, who anticipates
a professional career in performance, jazz, theory and
composition and/or music education and who hopes to
transfer to a Bachelor of Music (B.Mus.), Bachelor of Fine
Arts in Music (B.F.A.), a Bachelor of Music Education
(B.M.E.) or a Bachelor of Arts: Music (B.A.Music) degree
program, consider our Associate of Fine Arts in Music
degree, which offers a significantly more comprehensive
concentration of specialized music requirements.
For both of our Associate degrees, it is mandatory that a
music major applicant contact the Visual and Performing
Arts Department for an interview, placement testing and
advisement with a member of the music faculty. It is
recommended that this be done before May if a student is
requesting September enrollment as an approved major in
either degree program. Students without adequate precollege background in music and who are not adequately
prepared for the theory/musicianship sequence may be
required to enroll in Fundamentals of Music as a
prerequisite in a Summer Session.
The primary Music Rehearsal Studio is used for
performing ensemble rehearsals, music classes and small
recitals. A second Classroom-Studio is equipped with
electronic pianos for keyboard proficiency and theory study.
A third Electronic Music Lab is equipped with
computer/keyboard stations with MIDI-equipped
synthesizers and selected music technologies and software
programs for notation and ear-training skills.
On-campus ensemble experiences include the RVCC
Chorale, the RVCC Jazz Ensemble and Ensemble
Collaborations.
Arrangements may be made for
participation off-campus with the Raritan Valley
Symphonic Band or with the Central Jersey Symphony
Orchestra.
The Department's concerts, faculty and student recitals
and musical theatre productions are held in the College's
Edward Nash or Welpe Theatre.
Graduates are able to:
• understand the role of a musician as a creative,
disciplined and performing artist
• display general musicianship skills
• analyze and apply certain theoretical concepts in music
• display a fundamental level of solo and ensemble
performance skills
• apply basic computer skills and selected music
technologies and software to practical and educational
musical applications
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Curriculum
A A. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
MUSC-102
MUSC-111
MUSC-113
Credits
3
3
3
1
3
3
0-2
English I
Introduction to Music
Music Theory I
Musicianship I
Mathematics1,3
CISY-102
Computer Literacy
MUSC-121 Keyboard Skills I2
ENGL-112
MUSC-165
MUSC-112
MUSC-114
MUSC-122
English II
Social Science1
Humanities1
Music Technology
Music Theory II
Musicianship II
Keyboard Skills II2
3
3
3
3
3
1
0-2
History1
Social Science1
Science (lab)1
Humanities4
Performance Ensemble5
MUSC-131 Applied Music I
3
3
4
3
1
1
Mathematics/Science1
History1
Global & Cultural Awareness1
Communication1
Performance Ensemble5
MUSC-132 Applied Music II
3
3
3
3
1
1
Total Credits 61 - 65
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
1
Keyboard skills by official placement. Students demonstrating
proficiency may be exempt from one or more keyboard courses.
2
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take courses
below placement level. Exceptions by permission of Department Chair.
3
Recommended: Rock & Roll History & Culture (MUSC-103), or Survey
of Jazz Music (MUSC-105).
4
Ensembles eligible are RVCC Chorale I & II (MUSC-151 & 152) or
RVCC Jazz Ensemble I &II (MUSC-157 & 158). Arrangements may be
made to perform off campus in Concert Band I & II (MUSC-153 & 154) or
Orchestra I & II (MUSC-155 & 156). Students not meeting audition
requirements in the above instrumental ensembles should enroll in RVCC
Chorale I & II (MUSC-151 & 152) or Ensemble Collaborations I & II
(MUSC-159 & 160).
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Associate of Fine Arts Degree in Music
The Associate of Fine Arts in Music degree program prepares
students for transfer into bachelor's degree programs in
music—whether B.M., B.A., B.F.A. or B.M.E.—at four-year
colleges and universities such as Rutgers University, William
Paterson University, Kean University, Montclair University,
The College of New Jersey, Rowan University, and
Westminster Choir College of Rider University.
Students develop their performance skills by four semesters
of private lessons (Applied Music) and by participating each
semester in at least one major performing ensemble. On
campus ensemble experiences include the RVCC Chorale and
the RVCC Jazz Ensemble. Arrangements may be made for
participation off-campus in ensembles such as the Raritan
Valley Symphonic Band or the Central Jersey Symphony
Orchestra. Students who do not qualify for any of these four
ensembles may enroll in Ensemble Collaborations. Auditions
are required for all ensembles.
All students who do not have piano as their primary
instrument must take four semesters of Keyboard Skills or pass
a proficiency examination. Students without adequate precollege background in music and who are not adequately
prepared to begin the four-semester music theory and
musicianship sequence must enroll in Fundamentals of Music.
Before enrollment, it is mandatory that a freshman Music major
contact the Visual and Performing Arts Department for an
interview and placement testing with a member of the Music
faculty.
Students considering transfer to a four-year institution for a
bachelor's degree should consult with a counselor early in their
program to determine requirements.
Graduates are able to:
• understand the role of a musician as a performing artist
• display general musicianship skills
• demonstrate the theoretical basis of music
• illustrate a historical perspective and knowledge of music
literature
• identify composers and analyze compositions from the
historical style periods
• display solo and ensemble performance skills appropriate to
a vocal or instrumental concentration
• apply basic computer skills and selected music technologies
and software to music applications
Curriculum
A.F.A. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
MUSC-102
MUSC-111
MUSC-113
MUSC-131
MUSC-121
Credits
English I
Social Science1
Introduction to Music
Music Theory I
Musicianship I
Performance Ensemble5
Applied Music I
Keyboard Skills I2
ENGL-112 English II
MUSC-165 Music Technology
Humanities (non-VAPA)1
MUSC-112 Music Theory II
MUSC-114 Musicianship II
Performance Ensemble5
MUSC-132 Applied Music II
MUSC-122 Keyboard Skills II2
MUSC-201
MUSC-211
MUSC-213
MUSC-231
MUSC-265
MUSC-221
Global & Cultural Awareness1
Mathematics1, 3
Music History & Literature I
Music Theory III
Musicianship III
Performance Ensemble5
Applied Music III
Professional Development: Music
Keyboard Skills III2
Science (lab)1
MUSC-202 Music History & Literature II
MUSC-212 Music Theory IV
MUSC-214 Musicianship IV
`Performance Ensemble5
MUSC-232 Applied Music IV
Visual & Performing Arts Elective4
MUSC-222 Keyboard Skills IV2
3
3
3
3
1
1
1
0-2
3
3
3
3
1
1
1
0-2
3
3
3
3
1
1
1
1
0-2
4
3
3
1
1
1
3
0-2
Total Credits 62
(plus 8 credits of keyboard skills, if required)
3
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take
courses below placement level.
A total of 3 credits from Visual or Performing Arts (Studio or
Appreciation)
4
Ensembles sponsored by the department include: RVCC Chorale
I, II, III, & IV (MUSC-151, 152, 251, & 252) and RVCC Jazz
Ensemble I, II, III, & IV (MUSC-157, 158, 257, & 258).
Arrangements may be made to perform off campus in Concert
Band I, II, III & IV (MUSC-153, 154, 253, & 254) (Raritan Valley
Symphonic Band) or Orchestra I, II, III & IV (MUSC-155,156,
255, & 256) (Central Jersey Symphony Orchestra). Students not
meeting audition requirements in above instrumental ensembles
should enroll in RVCC Chorale (MUSC 151, 152, 251, & 252) or
Ensemble Collaborations I, II, III, & IV (MUSC-159, 160, 259, &
260).
5
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
1
All students must complete a keyboard proficiency placement test.
Students without prior proficiency must complete four semesters of
Keyboard Skills (MUSC-121, MUSC-122, MUSC-221, and MUSC-222).
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Music Transfer Program
Nursing/RN - A.A.S.
Nursing/RN
Associate of Applied Science Degree
The Associate of Applied Science Degree program in
Nursing prepares students for entry-level positions in nursing
and to take the National Council Licensure Examination for
Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). The program is licensed by
the New Jersey Board of Nursing and accredited by the
National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. The
course of study is designed as a career program, although
graduates may wish to continue studies for a baccalaureate
degree in nursing at a four-year institution. Credits earned are
applied in whole or in part to the upper division program
depending on the policies of the institution to which application
is made. Articulation agreements which enhance this process
are in effect with numerous colleges and universities.
The nursing program includes nursing courses, general
education courses and clinical experiences. These experiences
are in variety of health care settings in acute, sub-acute, and
long term care with community based experiences under the
supervision of nursing faculty. In addition, students practice
nursing intervention skills in the fully equipped college
laboratory. Evening and day sections are available.
Students may enter the program in one of three ways:
Generic Program, Advanced Standing for Foundations of
Nursing or Practical Nurse/Associate Degree Option.
All prerequisites must be completed before submitting an
application into the clinical program. Eligible applicants will
be evaluated based on selective criteria and ranked according to
performance. Admission to clinical nursing courses is granted
to the highest ranked applicants. All nursing clinical courses
must be taken in an unbroken sequence. If there is a break in
sequence, the student must request re-admission into the
program with re-entry on a space available basis.
Since this is a rigorous program, students with weak basic
skills or no previous college-level experience may require a
longer period of time to complete the program. In order to
progress through the program, a grade of 75 percent or better in
all nursing courses, a grade of "C" or better in all science
courses, and satisfactory clinical evaluations are required.
Nursing policy states that two grades of D, F, or W in any
required science courses or Nursing courses will make a
student ineligible to continue in the Nursing program. An exit
exam to identify readiness for licensure is required in the final
semester. Students must attain a successful level of
achievement on this exit exam to become eligible to register for
NCLEX-RN. In addition, students must take an NCLEX
review course until the testing standard in the exit exam is
reached.
All students enrolled in clinical nursing courses must have a
yearly health maintenance survey by their health care
practitioner and maintain current liability insurance and BLS-C
CPR certification while in the program.
Licensure for the practice of professional nursing is regulated
by the New Jersey Board of Nursing. Limitations to NCLEXRN testing, licensure and professional practice may occur for
actions or pending actions against any licenses currently held
or surrendering of any license, arrest, indictment or conviction
for violation of any law or regulation within the last ten years,
including motor vehicle offenses, such as driving while
impaired or intoxicated.
Graduates are able to:
• provide client-centered holistic nursing care across the
lifespan by responding to evidenced wellness states
• manage and coordinate care for individuals, groups and
families experiencing disruptions in wellness states
• practice as a member within the profession of nursing
Curriculum
Generic Program
Course
Credits
Prerequisite Courses
BIOL-124 Human Anatomy & Physiology I1
4
BIOL-125 Human Anatomy & Physiology II1
4
Mathematics Proficiency7
Technological Competency8
ATI TEAS (Entrance Test)9
Overall college GPA of 2.75 or higher
First Year - First Semester - Fall
ENGL-111 English I
NURS-101 Foundations of Nursing1,6
NURS-016 Pharmacology Calculations Lab2,6
FITN-115 Dynamics of Fitness & Wellness5
3
9
2NC
1
Second Semester - Spring
ENGL-112 English II
PSYC-103 Introduction to Psychology
NURS-111 Nursing of Adults I1,6
3
3
9
Second Year - First Semester - Fall
NURS-122 Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing1,6
NURS-123 Nursing of Adults II1,6
Humanities3
BIOL-133 Principles of Microbiology1
SOCI-101 Introduction to Sociology
4
4
3
4
3
Second Semester - Spring
NURS-124 Nursing of Families with Children1,6
NURS-125 Nursing of the Childbearing Family1,6
NURS-211 Trends in Nursing1,6
Free Elective4
4
4
3
3
Total Credits 68
A grade of “C” or better is required in all Science and Clinical Nursing
courses.
1
2
Students who pass the Pharmacology Calculations Lab Placement Test are
exempt from this course.
3
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list. Current Moral and Social Issues (PHIL-106) is the preferred
Humanities course.
4
Any course offered at the College not required within your program.
Elements of Physical Fitness (FITN-142) or Exercise Physiology (FITN146 - pre-req Human Biology) may be substituted.
5
Enrollment in these courses is restricted to students formally admitted to
the Nursing Clinical Courses. All other courses are open and should be
taken by students waiting for admission to the Nursing Clinical Courses.
6
Mathematics Proficiency - This degree requires a minimum math
proficiency through Elementary Algebra (MATH-020).
7
8
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list. Technological Competency may also be met by passing the
Technological Competency test (no credit).
9
The ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is required of all
applicants. Scores will be used to determine admission.
(www.atitesting.com)
Admission requirement(s): Complete RVCC application including proof of high school completion or GED, transcripts from all colleges
attended, and signed Acknowledgement Form from the Nursing packet. Applicants must have completed all prerequisites and the required
nursing entrance test (ATI TEAS), and submit proof of residency for Somerset or Hunterdon County before applying to the clinical courses.
All applicants will be evaluated and given a ranking score based on their overall GPA, A&P grades, and ATI TEAS scores. The highest scoring
students will be offered admission first.
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Associate of Applied Science Degree Option in Nursing
The Associate of Applied Science Degree program in Nursing
(PN/AD Option) prepares graduates of Practical Nursing programs
who want to advance their educational preparation to take the National
Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).
Graduates are prepared for an entry-level position as a registered
nurse. The program is licensed by the New Jersey Board of Nursing
and accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting
Commission. The course of study is designed as a career program,
although graduates may wish to continue their studies for a
baccalaureate degree in nursing at a four-year institution. Credits
earned are applied in whole or in part to the upper division program
depending on the policies of the institution to which application is
made. Articulation agreements which enhance this process are in
effect with numerous colleges and universities.
The nursing program includes nursing courses, general education
courses and clinical experiences. These experiences are in varied
health care settings in acute care, subacute and long term care and
community based care under the supervision of nursing faculty. In
addition, students practice nursing intervention skills in the fully
equipped college laboratory.
The program requires one summer session (Nursing Transition) and
one year of study. All developmental courses and Anatomy and
Physiology I and II must be completed with a grade of "C" or better
and an overall 2.75 GPA is required for admission into Nursing
Transition. Due to its concentrated and rigorous design, it is
recommended that students devote themselves full-time for study and
preparation. In order to progress through the program, a grade of "C"
or better in all nursing and science courses and satisfactory clinical
evaluations must be achieved. Nursing policy states that two grades of
D, F, or W in any required science courses or Nursing courses will
make a student ineligible to continue in the Nursing program. Nursing
clinical courses must be taken in an unbroken sequence. If there is a
break in sequence, the student must request re-admission into the
program with re-entry on a space available basis. This is a rigorous
program. Students with weak basic skills or no previous college-level
experience may require a longer period of time to complete the
program. All students must have a yearly health maintenance survey
by their health care practitioner and maintain current liability insurance
while in the program.
Licensure for the practice of professional nursing is regulated by the
New Jersey Board of Nursing. Limitations to NCLEX-RN testing,
licensure and professional practice may occur for substance/alcohol
abuse or violation and conviction of any federal or state law involving
moral turpitude or relating adversely to the nursing profession.
Graduates are able to:
• provide client-centered holistic nursing care across the lifespan by
responding to evidenced wellness states
• manage and coordinate care for individuals, groups and families
experiencing disruptions in wellness states
• practice as a member within the profession of nursing
Curriculum
PN/AD Option
Credits
Transfer credits from LPN education
15
Prerequisite Courses
85 average (3.25 GPA) from LPN program
BIOL-124 Human Anatomy & Physiology I1
4
BIOL-125 Human Anatomy & Physiology II1
4
Mathematics Proficiency4
Technological Competency5
Overall college GPA of 2.75 or higher
Course
Summer Transition Session (6 weeks)3
NURS-130 Nursing Transition1,3
ENGL-111 English I
PSYC-103 Introduction to Psychology
6
3
3
Fall Semester
NURS-123
NURS-122
ENGL-112
BIOL-133
FITN-115
4
4
3
4
1
Nursing of Adults II1,3
Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing1,3
English II
Principles of Microbiology
Dynamics of Fitness & Wellness
Spring Semester
NURS-125 Nursing of the Childbearing Family1,3
NURS-124 Nursing of Families with Children1,3
Humanities2
NURS-211 Trends in Nursing3
SOCI-101
Introduction to Sociology
4
4
3
3
3
Total Credits 68
A grade of “C” or better is required in all Science and Clinical
Nursing courses.
1
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list. Current Moral and Social Issues (PHIL-106) is the
preferred Humanities course.
2
3
Enrollment in these courses is restricted to students formally
admitted to the Nursing Clinical courses. All other courses are open
and should be taken by students waiting for admission to the
Nursing Clinical courses.
4
Mathematics Proficiency - This degree requires a minimum math
proficiency through Elementary Algebra (MATH-020).
5
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list. Technological Competency may also be met by
passing the Technological Competency test (no credit).
Requirement(s): Complete RVCC application including proof of high school completion or GED, transcripts from all colleges attended,
transcript from LPN school verifying 85% average or 3.25 GPA, and signed Acknowledgement Form, Work History Form, and LPN
Program Recommendation Form from the PNAD packet. Applicants must have completed all prerequisites before applying to the clinical
courses. Entrance testing may be required. Graduation from a practical nursing program within five years of application with at least six
months full time work experience as an LPN or, if graduated more than five years ago, the applicant must have worked at least three out
of the last five years as an LPN, and provide a recommendation from the current or most recent employer. Students who submit proof
of residency for Somerset or Hunterdon County are given priority placement.
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Nursing (PN/AD)
Ophthalmic Science (Opticianry) - A.A.S.
Ophthalmic Science (Opticianry)
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Ophthalmics
Accredited by the Commission on Opticianry
Accreditation, the Associate of Applied Science degree
program in Ophthalmic Science is designed to prepare
students for employment in retail optical stores,
ophthalmologist and optometrist offices, hospital clinics
and private practice. Students learn to interpret
prescriptions, fabricate and grind lenses, fit, adjust and
dispense eyewear and contact lenses.
Students gain hands-on experience in the College’s
ophthalmic laboratory and on-campus clinic. The
curriculum provides a solid foundation in contemporary
business practice and teaches students the professional
skills needed to address clients’ needs.
Graduates of the program are prepared to take the
New Jersey State licensing examination for ophthalmic
technician and ophthalmic dispenser. The program is
approved by the New Jersey State Board of Examiners of
Ophthalmic Dispensers and Ophthalmic Technicians and
accredited nationally by the Commission on Opticianry
Accreditation (COA).
Commission on Opticianry Accreditation
PO Box 142
Florence, Indiana 47020
director@COAccreditation.com
(703) 468-0566
(999) 306-9036 - fax
Graduates are able to:
• discuss prescription eyewear and other client related
information, verbal and written, with the eye doctor
• analyze and interpret prescriptions
• communicate effectively with clients
• demonstrate knowledge of the normal eye structure,
function and pathology
• assist the client in selection of proper frames and
lenses
• adapt and fit corrective eyewear
• fit contact lenses
NOTE: Students who are registered with the State
Board as apprentices must successfully complete the
following courses during their first year to qualify for the
State Board Qualifying Technician exam:
Ophthalmic Materials I & II - Lecture
Ophthalmic Materials I & II - Lab
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
OPTH-100
OPTH-105
PSYC-103
English I
Ophthalmic Materials I Lecture1
Ophthalmic Materials I Lab1
Mathematics2
Introduction to Psychology
ENGL-112
OPTH-101
OPTH-106
PHYS-112
OPTH-121
English II
Ophthalmic Materials II Lecture1
Ophthalmic Materials II Lab1
Concepts of Physics
Anatomy & Physiology of the Eye1
Mathematics2
3
3
3
4
3
3
OPTH-111
OPTH-115
OPTH-120
OPTH-200
BUSI-153
FITN-115
Ophthalmic Dispensing I Lecture1
Ophthalmic Dispensing I Lab1
Principles of Optics1
Contact Lenses I1
Small Business Management
Dynamics of Fitness & Wellness5
3
2
3
3
3
1
OPTH-112
OPTH-116
OPTH-201
Ophthalmic Dispensing II Lecture1
Ophthalmic Dispensing II Lab1
Contact Lenses II
Humanities3
Free Elective4
Internship in Ophthalmic Science
3
2
3
3
3
3
OPTH-290
Total Credits 66
1
Apprenticeship requirements. Apprenticeship program is open to only
those students who are employed in the field and currently registered with
the State Board of Ophthalmic Dispensers.
Mathematics by official placement test. Students must complete through
Precalculus II (MATH-113).
2
3
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list.
Any course offered at the College not required in your curriculum.
Recommended courses are Computer Literacy (CISY-102) and
Microcomputer Applications (CISY-261).
4
Elements of Physical Fitness (FITN-142) or Exercise Physiology (FITN146 - pre-req Human Biology) may be substituted.
5
Apprentices must complete the following courses to be
eligible for the State Board Ophthalmic Dispensers
exam:
Ophthalmic Dispensing I & II - Lecture
Ophthalmic Dispensing I & II - Lab
Principles of Optics
Anatomy & Physiology of the Eye
Contact Lenses I
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Credits
3
3
3
3
3
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Certificate - Apprenticeship Option
The Ophthalmic Science (Opticianry) Certificate program is
an alternate route to licensure in New Jersey as an optician. The
certificate works concurrently with the New Jersey State Board
of Ophthalmic Dispensers and Ophthalmic Technicians'
sponsored three year apprenticeship program. This certificate is
a 37 credit program that incorporates the 31 credits that the State
Board of Ophthalmic Dispensers requires for board licensure
eligibility. Upon completion of the registered three year
apprenticeship and the 37 credits, the student is eligible for the
licensure examinations to become an optician as well as for
graduation with the certificate. This program is ideal for
students who want to have an income while they are pursuing
their higher education for their new profession.
The 37 credit program includes courses in anatomy and
physiology of the eye, contact lenses, eyeglass fabrication,
geometric optics and the fitting and adjusting of eyewear. In
addition, the certificate requires an introductory course in
English and a general education elective. Graduates of the
program are qualified to work for private and corporate optical
chains, optometrists, and ophthalmologists.
There are also opportunities for graduates in companies that
manufacture lenses, eyeglass frames and optical equipment.
Students may also seamlessly incorporate the entire 37 credit
program into the Ophthalmic Science (Opticianry) Associate of
Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree. The A.A.S. degree may offer
more career opportunities in today's era of large corporate
optical organizations.
Graduates are able to:
• discuss prescription eyewear and other client related
information, verbal and written, with the eye doctor
• analyze and interpret prescriptions in order to meet patients’
visual needs
• communicate effectively with patients and other eyecare
practitioners
• demonstrate knowledge of the normal eye structure,
function and pathology
• assist the patient in the proper selection of appropriately
fitting frames and lenses
• adapt and fit eyewear to the patient
• understand the principles of contact lenses
Curriculum
Certificate - Apprenticeship Program
Course
Credits
OPTH -100 Ophthalmic Materials I Lecture
3
OPTH- 105 Ophthalmic Materials I Laboratory
3
ENGL - 111 English I
3
OPTH - 101 Ophthalmic Materials II Lecture
OPTH - 106 Ophthalmic Materials II Laboratory
OPTH - 121 Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye
3
3
3
OPTH - 111 Ophthalmic Dispensing I Lecture
OPTH - 115 Ophthalmic Dispensing I Laboratory
General Education Elective
3
2
3
OPTH - 112 Ophthalmic Dispensing II Lecture
OPTH - 116 Ophthalmic Dispensing II Laboratory
3
2
OPTH - 120 Principles of Optics
OPTH - 200 Contact Lenses I
3
3
Total Credits 37
NOTE: Mathematics Proficiency - This certificate requires a
minimum math proficiency through Arithmetic 2: Proportional
Reasoning (MATH-014).
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Ophthalmic Science (Opticianry) - Certificate: Apprenticeship Option
Ophthalmic Science (Opticianry)
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technician - Certificate of Completion: Apprenticeship Option
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technician
Certificate of Completion - Apprenticeship Option
The Optical Laboratory Technician Certificate of
Completion is offered as an introduction to the field of
opticianry. This program is a 15 credit sequence that also
works in conjunction with a one year apprenticeship
sponsored by the New Jersey State Board of Ophthalmic
Dispensers and Ophthalmic Technicians. At the
completion of the one year registered apprenticeship and
the 15 credits, the student is eligible for the licensure
examination to become a licensed ophthalmic
technician. This program prepares the student to perform
the technical functions of opticianry. These students
work primarily in optical laboratories preparing
prescription eyewear for opticians, optometrists and
ophthalmologists or they could be self-employed as an
optical technician.
The 15 credit certificate of completion includes
coursework in lens design, prescription analysis, basic
eye anatomy, and spectacle fabrication as well as the
instrumentation of the profession. In addition, the
program requires an introductory course in college level
English. The Optical Laboratory Technician certificate of
completion fits seamlessly into the Ophthalmic Science
(Opticianry) certificate which fits seamlessly into the
Ophthalmic Science (Opticianry) Associate of Applied
Science (A.A.S.) degree. The latter two programs are
designed to provide the students with the knowledge,
skills and values to become licensed opticians in New
Jersey.
Graduates are able to:
• discuss prescription eyewear and other client related
information, verbal and written, with other eyecare
practitioners
• analyze and interpret prescriptions in order to
fabricate spectacles properly
• utilize the instrumentation of the profession in order
to fabricate any prescription into any style frame or
mounting
• learn the proper maintenance and calibration of
optical equipment
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Curriculum
Certificate of Completion - Apprenticeship Program
Course
OPTH-100
OPTH-105
ENGL-111
Ophthalmic Materials I Lecture
Ophthalmic Materials I Laboratory
English I
OPTH-101
OPTH-106
Ophthalmic Materials II Lecture
Ophthalmic Materials II Laboratory
Credits
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 15
NOTE: Mathematics Proficiency - This certificate requires a minimum
math proficiency through Arithmetic 2: Proportional Reasoning (MATH014).
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Associate of Applied Science Degree
The Paralegal Studies degree program is approved by the
American Bar Association and prepares students for a career as
a paraprofessional in private law offices, corporate legal
departments or public sector settings. The program provides the
student with a varied and balanced background in legal
fundamentals as well as the skills and practical field experience
necessary to work as a legal assistant. The U.S. Bureau of
Labor reports that a 75 percent growth is expected in the
paralegal field in the next ten years.
Graduates, who must work under the supervision of an
attorney, are able to:
• understand the proper role of the paralegal in the context of
the larger legal profession, including application of the
ethical rules which govern the conduct of the paralegal and
the legal profession
• analyze and assess legal problems, identify legal issues and
conduct both standard and computerized legal research
• draft and interpret legal documents such as deeds,
mortgages, wills, pleadings, probate forms and contracts
• acquire necessary computer skills in various legal software
applications specific to the law office
• demonstrate substantive knowledge and practical skills in
areas such as litigation, torts, real estate, dispute resolution,
wills and estates, law office management and intellectual
property.
This degree is offered through the Business and Public
Service Department, whose mission is to provide challenging
career-oriented undergraduate programs to business and public
service students, educating them to the level of competency
needed for successful transfer to four year institutions or
immediate career path entry into the global market.
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
LEGL-101
LEGL-110
BUSI-131
ENGL-111
BUSI-161
Role of the Paralegal
Torts
Business Law I
English I
Business Math1
LEGL-120
LEGL-121
BUSI-132
ENGL-112
CISY-122
Basic Litigation Procedure
Legal Research & Writing
Business Law II
English II
Introduction to Information Systems
3
3
3
3
3
ACCT-101
Financial Accounting
Paralegal Studies Elective3
Paralegal Studies Elective3
Humanities2
Social Science2
4
3
3
3
3
Paralegal Studies Elective3
Business Cooperative Education or
Paralegal Studies Elective3
Humanities2
Science (lab or non-lab)2
General Education2
3
LEGL-290
Credits
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3-4
3
Total Credits 61 - 62
1
A credit math course (i.e. Statistics I (MATH-110) or Precalculus
I (MATH-112) may be substituted through placement testing.
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
2
3
Choose any non-duplicated LEGL course.
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Paralegal Studies - A.A.S.
Paralegal Studies
Paralegal Studies - Certificate
Paralegal Studies
Certificate
The Paralegal Studies Certificate Program is designed
for those students who have already obtained, or are in
the process of obtaining, an associate degree or a
baccalaureate degree in a field of study other than
paralegal studies. For those students in the process of
obtaining their degree, the Paralegal Studies Certificate
will not be awarded until completion of the Associate or
Baccalaureate degree. It allows students to obtain a
paralegal education in a timely and cost-effective
manner. In addition, this twenty-four credit certificate
will help students to meet the requirements of potential
employers, a large number of whom require both a
college degree and a paralegal certificate as hiring
standards.
RVCC's paralegal studies program is approved by the
American Bar Association and includes courses in all
areas of the legal profession, with specialized courses in
research and writing, litigation, real estate, family law
and others. Members of the faculty are practicing
attorneys or paralegals, each teaching in his or her area
of expertise.
Graduates, who must work under the supervision of an
attorney, will be able to:
• understand the proper role of the paralegal in the
context of the larger legal profession, including
application of the ethical rules which govern the
conduct of the paralegal and the legal professions
• analyze and assess legal problems, identify legal
issues and conduct both standard and computerized
legal research
• draft and interpret legal documents, such as deeds,
mortgages, wills, pleadings, probate forms and
contracts
• acquire necessary computer skills in various legal
software applications specific to the law office
• demonstrate substantive knowledge and practical
skills in areas such as litigation, torts, family law, real
estate, dispute resolution, wills and estates, law office
management and intellectual property
This certificate is offered through the Business and
Public Service Department, whose mission is to provide
challenging career-oriented undergraduate programs to
business and public service students, educating them to
the level of competency needed for successful transfer to
four year institutions or immediate career path entry into
the global market.
Curriculum
Certificate Program
Course
LEGL-101
LEGL-110
LEGL-120
LEGL-121
Role of the Paralegal
Torts
Basic Litigation Procedure
Legal Research and Writing
Paralegal Electives1
Credits
3
3
3
3
12
Total Credits 24
1
Choose any four non-duplicated LEGL courses.
Admission requirement(s): Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree in a field of study other than Paralegal Studies,
or evidence of enrollment in an Associate or Baccalaureate degree program. The completed Associate or Baccalaureate
Degree must document successful completion of 18 credits in General Education courses in at least three of the following
areas: English Composition and Literature; Social and Behavioral Sciences; Foreign Language; Mathematics; Natural
Science; Fine Arts (not performing). All students admitted to this program must demonstrate basic skills in English and
Mathematics. They may do so by providing documentation of associate or baccalaureate degree completion, by prior
satisfaction of basic skills requirements or through successful completion of required basic skills testing. For those students
in the process of obtaining their degree, the Paralegal Studies Certificate will not be awarded until completion of the Associate
or Baccalaureate degree.
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Associate of Science Degree in Science and Mathematics
Students who aspire to enter medicine, dentistry, or veterinary
medicine are advised to enroll in the Pre-Medical Professional
degree. Preparation for the study of medicine, dentistry, or
veterinary medicine requires a good general education
foundation with as many courses as possible in biology,
chemistry, and physics.
This two-year degree meets the prerequisites of a Bachelor of
Science degree designed to prepare students for entry into
medical, dental, or veterinary school. Students who complete
the program are able to transfer as juniors to institutions that
offer a four-year degree in these programs.
Careers in the medical, dental, and veterinary professions
continue to have better than average employment projections.
Educational requirements, particularly in the sciences, are
rigorous and precise and admission to baccalaureate premedical, pre-dental, and pre-veterinary programs and
eventually to medical, dental, and veterinary schools is very
competitive. Students are encouraged, therefore, to seek the
assistance of the College's Advising & Counseling Services
staff to identify transfer institutions offering appropriate
Bachelor of Science programs.
Graduates are able to:
• exhibit an understanding of scientific methods
• use the theories and concepts of modern chemistry, biology
and physics to analyze and solve scientific problems
• perform laboratory experiments using modern equipment
and techniques
• communicate the results of their analyses, laboratory
investigations and literature searches in an appropriate
professional writing style
• understand both the historical perspective of the chemical
and biological sciences, and their relationship to the modern
world
Curriculum
A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
English I
Social Science1 or
Humanities1
CHEM-103 General Chemistry I
Mathematics2
BIOL-101 General Biology I
Credits
3
3
4
3
4
ENGL-112
English II
Mathematics2
CHEM-104 General Chemistry II
Technological Competency1,3
BIOL-102 General Biology II
3
3
4
3-4
4
Mathematics2
CHEM-211 Organic Chemistry I
PHYS-101 General Physics I or
PHYS-150 Engineering Physics I
PSYC-103 Introduction to Psychology
3-4
5
CHEM-212
PHYS-102
PHYS-151
PHYS-250
Mathematics2
Organic Chemistry II
General Physics II or
Engineering Physics II or
Engineering Physics III
Humanities1
4
3
3-4
5
4
3
Total Credits 64 - 67
1
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
2
Mathematics by official placement test. Students must complete
math through Calculus II (MATH-152). Students who have
completed 8 credits of math, at least through Calculus II (MATH152), are not required to take a third or fourth course in math, but
may substitute science electives.
3
Students who pass the technological competency test (no credit)
may take any General Education course.
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Pre-Medical Professional - A.S.
Pre-Medical Professional
Pre-Pharmacy - A.S.
Pre-Pharmacy
Associate of Science Degree in Science and Mathematics
A Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) is the minimum
educational level required of anyone who wishes to
practice as a pharmacist. Usually, this degree is obtained
after five or (commonly more) six years of study beyond
high school. Preparation for a program in pharmacy
includes study in chemistry, biology, mathematics and
physics.
This two-year degree gives students the prerequisites
usually necessary for transfer into a PharmD program as
a junior. Check the websites of the colleges you are
considering, as prerequisites may vary slightly and other
requirements may be needed for admission, such as
Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT).
Careers in the health professions continue to have
better than average employment projections. Educational
requirements, particularly in the sciences, are rigorous
and precise and admission to programs in Pharmacy is
very competitive. Although RVCC students have
successfully transferred into a number of PharmD
programs, many students apply for a relatively small
number of transfer admissions, particularly in the
immediate area. Students are therefore encouraged to
seek the assistance of the College’s transfer counselors to
identify transfer institutions offering appropriate
PharmD programs. Also, for more information, please
refer to the American Association of Colleges of
Pharmacy
(AACP)
website
at
http://www.aacp.org/about/Pages/Vitalstats.aspx.
Graduates are able to:
• exhibit an understanding of scientific methods
• use the theories and concepts of modern chemistry,
biology and physics to analyze and solve scientific
problems
• perform laboratory experiments using modern
equipment and techniques
• communicate the results of their analyses, laboratory
investigations and literature searches in an
appropriate professional writing style
• understand both the historical perspective of the
chemical and biological sciences, and their
relationship to the modern world
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Curriculum
A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
Credits
3
3
4
3
4
ENGL-112
3
3
4
0-4
4
3
English I
Social Science3
CHEM-103 General Chemistry I
Mathematics2
BIOL-101 General Biology I
English II
Mathematics2
CHEM-104 General Chemistry II
Technological Competency1,3
BIOL-102 General Biology II
Humanities3
BIOL-124 Human Anatomy & Physiology I
CHEM-211 Organic Chemistry I
PHYS-101 General Physics I
Social Science3 or
Humanities3
4
5
4
BIOL-125
CHEM-212
PHYS-102
MATH-110
4
5
4
3
Human Anatomy & Physiology II
Organic Chemistry II
General Physics II
Statistics I
3
Total Credits 66 - 70
Students may take the technological competency test (no credit) to meet
this requirement.
1
2
Mathematics by official placement test. Students must complete through
Precalculus II (MATH-113). If students place above Precalculus II
(MATH-113), it is recommended that they take Calculus I (MATH-151).
Once minimum math requirement is met, free electives may be used in
place of mathematics credit if applicable.
3
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list. For transfer to the Rutgers School of Pharmacy, Microeconomics
(ECON-102) is a recommended Social Science. Students wishing to
continue a foreign language previously studied to satisfy a Humanities
requirement must take a foreign language placement test. For more
information, see Foreign Language Placement Testing & Degree
Requirements in the College Catalog.
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Associate of Science Degree
The Associate of Science degree program in Respiratory Care
prepares students to become therapists in the field of respiratory
care. Students apply scientific knowledge to practical problems
of respiratory care and are qualified to assume primary
responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including
supervision of respiratory therapy technicians.
Students can find employment in a variety of clinical settings.
Students are qualified to work in the various specialty areas,
such as pediatrics and neonatal, management and education. In
addition, opportunities for advancement in areas such as
supervision, education and equipment sales and marketing are
available to the experienced, credentialed practitioner. Students
are also qualified to provide care in patients’ homes,
rehabilitation centers, nursing homes and other health care
facilities.
Students enrolled in this joint health care program attend
classes at both Raritan Valley Community College and the
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey following
a prepared curriculum approved by the two institutions.
*Upon completion of the first year with a minimum GPA,
students must apply for selective admission to the clinical
portion of the program.
Curriculum
A.S. Degree
Course
Fall - Year 1
ENGL-111
MATH-101
MATH-110
MATH-111
BIOL-124
CHEM-102
Credits
English I
Number Systems or
Statistics I or
Statistics II
Human Anatomy & Physiology I
Introduction to Chemistry
Humanities2
Spring - Year 1
ENGL-112 English II
CISY-102
Computer Literacy
BIOL-125 Human Anatomy & Physiology II
BIOL-133 Principles of Microbiology
PSYC-103 Introduction to Psychology
Humanities or
Social Science2
Summer - Year 2
RESC-102 Core Concepts of Respiratory Care1
RESC-101 Fundamentals of Respiratory Care1
RESC-121 Applied Cardiopulmonary
Pathophysiology I1
RESC-110 Clinical Practice I1
Fall - Year 2
RESC-250 Principles of Ventilatory Support1
RESC-211 Applied Cardiopulmonary
Pathophysiology II1
RESC-213 Cardio Pharmacology1
RESC-230 Cardiopulmonary Evaluation1
RESC-120 Clinical Practice II1
Spring - Year 2
RESC-221 Pediatric and Neonatal
Respiratory Care1
RESC-212 Patient Management/Critical Care1
RESC-510 Long-Term, Home and
Rehabilitative Care1
RESC-130 Clinical Practice III1
3
3
4
4
3
3
3
4
4
3
3
1
4
2
1
4
2
2
2
1
3
3
2
3
Total Credits 67
1
Indicates courses taken through the University of Medicine and
Dentistry of New Jersey.
2
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
Admission requirement(s): High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Certificate (not through correspondence) Algebra
I, Lab Biology and Lab Chemistry. Completion of Basic Skills requirements and Intermediate Algebra. Please refer to the
Admissions section of this catalog.
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Respiratory Care - A.S.
Respiratory Care*
Studio Arts - A.A.
Studio Arts
Associate of Arts Degree in Liberal Arts
Studio Arts, an option of the Associate of Arts degree
program in Liberal Arts, offers students the core program
for studio art. Students take core studio art requirements,
art history and general education courses. This degree
will transfer to four-year colleges for students interested
in studying art education or receiving a Bachelor of Arts.
Throughout the year, art lectures, workshops, seminars
and bus trips to New York museums and galleries
supplement the program. Studio art majors may
participate in a first year review. RVCC’s Visual and
Performing Arts Department offers six spacious, wellequipped studios, which include the sculpture and
painting studio, drawing studio, ceramics studio,
photography studio and darkroom, printmaking studio
and a computer arts studio. The annual Student Art
Exhibition in the College Gallery highlights the
successes of the art students in all media.
This program is intended for students who desire a
beginning level experience in the visual arts. Students
wishing to pursue a more intense undergraduate
education in visual art or graphic design leading to a
Bachelor of Fine Arts are advised to major in the
Associate of Fine Arts Degree offered at RVCC.
Graduates are able to:
• understand the role of a visual artist
• apply basic formal and conceptual skills in the
creation of two- and three-dimensional art work
• identify major artists and art movements in an
historic, cultural and social perspective
• analyze visual art concepts and theories on a
beginner level
• demonstrate basic technical and artistic development
through a portfolio of Foundation Core coursework
• transfer into Bachelor of Arts visual art programs
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Curriculum
A.A. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
ARTH-110
ARTS-105
ENGL-112
ARTS-110
Credits
English I
3
Art from Prehistory to the Gothic Period 3
3-4
Technological Competency2
Social Science2
3
Two-Dimensional Design
3
English II
Basic Drawing I
Mathematics1,2
Science2 or
Mathematics1
Art from the Renaissance to the Modern Era
3
3
3
ARTS-111
Basic Drawing II
Science (lab)2
Communication2
History2
Humanities2
3
4
3
3
3
ARTS-108
Three-Dimensional Design
Social Science2
Art Beyond the Western World
History2
Free Elective3
3
3
3
3
3
ARTH-111
ARTH-208
3
3
Total Credits 61 - 62
Mathematics by official placement. Students may not take courses below
placement level. Exceptions by permission of Department Chair.
1
2
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education
list. Humanities may not have the designations of ARTS or ARTH.
3
Color Theory (ARTS-132) is recommended.
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Associate of Applied Science Degree
The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Technical
Studies is designed to further the education of students who
have completed specific apprenticeships or corporate,
industrial, or military programs.
Acceptable apprenticeships are:
• Carpenters
• Department of Corrections
• Electrical Works (IBEW)
• Heat and Frost Insulators and Asbestos Workers
• Iron Workers
• Plumbers/Pipefitters
• Sheet Metal Workers
Up to 25 college credits can be applied to this program upon
presentation of official proof of completion of an
apprenticeship training program, and/or evaluation of other
corporate, industrial, or military technical programs in
accordance with RVCC Advanced Standing Policy. If
additional credits are needed following the evaluation, technical
electives may be selected from high-technology curricula,
physics, mathematics, or computer information systems and
programming
The program includes some traditional general education
courses and career electives in a concentration that advances
students' business or technical skills.
Curriculum
A.A.S. Degree
Course
General Education
ENGL-111 English I
ENGL-112 English II
Mathematics1,2
Science (lab)1
CISY-102
Computer Literacy
Humanities1
PSYC-103 Introduction to Psychology or
SOCI-101 Introduction to Sociology
Credits
3
3
3-4
4
3
3
3
Credits 22 - 23
Technical Studies Core
Credits 25
Career Electives
Complete 15 credits from one of the following
concentrations, in consultation with a Faculty Advisor:
Air Conditioning, Refrigeration & Heating Technology
Automotive Technology
Business Management
Computer Science
Engineering Science
Credits 15
Total Credits 62 - 63
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
1
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take
courses below placement level.
2
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Technical Studies - A.A.S.
Technical Studies
Theatre Arts - A.A.
Theatre Arts
Associate of Arts Degree in Liberal Arts
The Associate of Arts degree in Theatre is ideal for
students interested in all aspects of Theatre including
acting, directing, playwriting and technical theatre. This
degree offers a broad-based liberal arts curriculum with
ample studio courses. Majors will graduate with a strong
foundation in Theatre Arts that can be further developed
at a four-year institution. Since the A.A. Theatre degree
complies with the Statewide Transfer Agreement,
graduates of the program can seamlessly transfer with
junior status to a four-year public university in New
Jersey. Recent graduates of the program have
transferred to Montclair State, Ramapo, Rutgers, Drew,
UCLA, NYU, University of the Arts, and Marymount
Manhattan College.
Raritan Valley Community College stages four student
productions a year, similar to what students will find at
four-year institutions. The majority of the productions
are presented in the Welpe Theatre. The Welpe is a Black
Box Theatre that can seat up to 300 patrons and the
intimacy it provides is ideal for students learning the
craft of acting on stage. The Theatre Department works
at finding a balance to the production season that will
give the students the opportunity to work on modern
plays as well as the classics. Scene nights are also
presented at the end of the year, with students performing
work that has been prepared throughout the spring and
fall semesters in their studio classes. It's also common
for student-run groups to stage shows at least once a year.
Regardless of whether a Theatre major plans on
pursuing a B.F.A. or B.A. degree after RVCC, most of
the well-known Theatre practitioners have emphasized
the importance of a liberal arts education. It is considered
critical for the actor, director, or playwright to have such
a foundation. Furthermore, the A.A. Theatre degree
provides room for other educational opportunities. Aside
from working on stage or film, graduates of Theatre
programs have gone on to careers as casting directors,
agents, artistic directors at Regional Theatres, and K-12
teachers. Many four-year Theatre graduates also
consider post-graduate studies.
Graduates are able to:
• understand the role of the actor/director/playwright
• demonstrate technical proficiency and artistic
synthesis in vocal, physical and emotional
development in performance
• identify in an historical, cultural and societal
perspective the genres of theatre with exemplary
authors and works
• analyze stylistic elements of theatre pieces and
significant authors, including structural parameters,
language, aesthetic factors and interdisciplinary
requirements
• investigate careers in the theatre arts
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Curriculum
A.A. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
THEA-105
THEA-103
THEA-111
Credits
English I
3
Mathematics1,2
3-4
Acting I: Fundamentals
3
Social Science3
3
Introduction to the Theatre
3
Theatre Production Workshop I
1
ENGL-112
English II
Communication3
Science (lab)2
History3
THEA-106
Acting II: Scene Study or
THEA-113 or 114 Stagecraft
THEA-112
Theatre Production Workshop II
THEA-107
THEA-117
THEA-252
THEA-108
THEA-118
3
3
4
3
3
1
Technological Competency2
3-4
History of the Theatre: Classical
3
Global & Cultural Awareness5
3
Free Elective6
3
Theatre Production Workshop III
1
Professional Development: Theatre 1
History of the Theatre: Modern
3
Mathematics or Science2,7
0-4
Social Science3
3
History3
3
Theatre Arts Elective4
3
Theatre Production Workshop IV
1
Total Credits 60 - 66
1
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take courses below
placement level. Exceptions by permission of Department Chair.
2
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education list.
For the Math, Science and Technological Competency General Education,
students must take a minimum of 12 credits. This must include one lab science
course, one math course and satisfaction of the technological competency
requirement by either passing the technological competency test (no credit) or
taking a technological competency general education course. If a student
passes the technological competency test, another course must be selected
from Math, Science or Technological Competency General Education, so that
the student has earned at least 12 credits in those categories.
3
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General Education list.
4
Choose any 3 credit Theatre course.
5
Any General Education course that is listed as a Global and Cultural
Awareness (GCA) course. If a course satisfies both the Global and Cultural
Awareness requirement and another area requirement such as Social Science,
Humanities, or Communication, the student may select any course from the
General Education list.
6
Any college level course. A Visual and Performing Arts Studio course is
recommended.
7
If the student has already completed 12 credits in the Math, Science, and
Technological Competency categories, the student does not need to take a
course here.
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An Articulated Agreement Leading to the
A.S. Degree in Veterinary Technology from
St. Petersburg College (Florida)
This specialized agreement is in partnership with St.
Petersburg College. Students will enroll and complete their
general education courses at RVCC. They will then apply and
be approved for the selective program at St. Petersburg, after
which they will enroll in distance learning (online) courses to
complete the degree. Full or part time employment with a
Veterinarian is required as part of this program. For more
information about the selection process or the online courses,
please contact St. Petersburg at (727) 341-3653 or visit the web
site at www.spcollege.edu.
NOTE: Financial Aid will not be awarded by RVCC for this
program. Students may be eligible for Financial Aid from St.
Petersburg.
Curriculum
Articulated Agreement Program
The following general education courses are required to
be completed at RVCC prior to admission at St.
Petersburg.1
Course
ENGL-111 English I
COMM-101 Speech
Social Science2
Mathematics3
BIOL-111 Principles of Biology
PHIL-114 Ethics
Humanities2
Credits
3
3
3
3
4
3
3
Total Credits 22
1
The program requires significant computer experience. RVCC
students without such background should also take Computer
Literacy (CISY-102) or Introduction to Information Systems
(CISY-122) in preparation for their online courses. A placement
test in English and Mathematics is required to meet prerequisites.
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list. World Civilization I (HIST-101) is recommended
for a Humanities course and American Government & Politics
(POLI-121) is recommended as a Social Science course.
2
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take
courses below placement level. Choose either Number Systems
(MATH-101), Precalculus I (MATH-112), or Statistics I (MATH110).
3
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Veterinary Technology - Articulated Agreement Leading to A.S.
Veterinary Technology
Visual Arts - A.F.A.
Visual Arts Transfer Program
Associate of Fine Arts Degree
The Associate of Fine Arts Degree in Visual Arts
prepares students for transfer into Bachelor of Fine Arts
(B.F.A.) programs at four-year institutions and
professional schools of art. In an A.F.A. program,
students pursue rigorous training and art education to
prepare them to continue their studies through the
baccalaureate level. Throughout the year, art lectures,
workshops, seminars and bus trips to New York
museums and galleries supplement the program. Visual
art majors participate in a First-Year review and are
given individual help with preparing their portfolios for
transferring to a four-year art program in the Portfolio
Development course.
There are eight spacious, well-equipped studios, which
include studios in sculpture, painting, drawing, ceramics,
photography, printmaking, design and digital graphic
design. There are two student art exhibitions held in the
College Art Gallery during the year: a Juried Art
Exhibition in the fall semester and a Student Art
Exhibition curated by the faculty in the spring semester.
This degree is intended for students who desire careers
as professional studio artists or college teachers. It is
also recommended for students planning a career in K12 art education who obtain certification after graduating
with a B.F.A. or B.A. in Art.
Graduates are able to:
• understand the role of the visual artist
• apply basic formal and conceptual artistic skills in the
creation of two- and three-dimensional artwork
• identify major artists and art movements from a
historic, cultural, and social perspective
• analyze visual art concepts and theories
• demonstrate technical and artistic development
through a portfolio of artwork
• investigate careers in the visual arts
1
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list. ARTH courses cannot count as Humanities in this
degree.
2
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take
courses below placement level.
3
Beginning Studio Electives:
ARTS-104 cannot be used to fulfill requirement
Introduction to Digital Photography (ARTS-112)
Watercolor I (ARTS-121)
Acrylic & Oil Painting I (ARTS-210)
Still Photography I (ARTS-212)
Ceramics I (ARTS-215)
Sculpture I (ARTS-218)
Monoprint and Relief (ARTS-229)
Graphic Design I (ARTS-246)
Digital Artmaking (ARTS-249)
Introduction to Contemporary Printmaking (ARTS-253)
Introduction to Video Production (ARTS-267)
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Curriculum
A.F.A. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
ARTS-105
ARTS-110
ARTS-132
ARTH-110
Credits
English I
3
Two Dimensional Design
3
Basic Drawing I
3
Color Theory
3
Art from Prehistory to the Gothic Period 3
ENGL-112
ARTS-108
ARTS-111
English II
Three Dimensional Design
Basic Drawing II
Beginning Studio Elective3
Art from the Renaissance to
the Modern Era
3
3
3
3
Figure Drawing I
Beginning Studio Elective3
Beginning Studio Elective3 or
Advanced Studio Elective4
Social Science1
Mathematics or
Science1,2
Portfolio Development
3
3
3
ARTH-111
ARTS-242
ARTS-252
Advanced Studio Elective4
Advanced Studio Elective4
Free Elective
Humanities1
Art History Elective5
3
3
3-4
2
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 62 - 63
Advanced Studio Electives:
Watercolor II (ARTS-131)
Drawing III (ARTS-205)
Issues of Contemporary Art (ARTS-207)
Acrylic & Oil Painting II, III, & IV (ARTS-211, 235 & 236)
Ceramics II, III, & IV (ARTS-216, 222 & 234)
Sculpture II (ARTS-219)
Still Photography II (ARTS-221)
Advanced Glazing for the Studio Potter (ARTS-223)
Raku (ARTS-225)
Color Photography (ARTS-226)
Alternative Photo Processes (ARTS-227)
Contemporary Landscape Painting (ARTS-228)
Figure Drawing II (ARTS-243)
Ceramic Handbuilding (ARTS-244)
Graphic Design II (ARTS-247)
Two-Dimensional Animation (ARTS-248)
Art of the Book (ARTS-254)
Advanced Digital Photography (ARTS-266)
Advanced Video Production: Narrative & Documentary (ARTS-268)
Illustration (ARTS-271)
Commercial Photography (ARTS-273)
Web Design for the Graphic Artist (ARTS-274)
Typography (ARTS-276)
Advanced Video Production: Video Art (ARTS-279)
News Production for the Web (ARTS-284)
5
Art History Electives:
Modern & Contemporary Art (ARTH-203)
Impressionism and Post-Impressionism (ARTH-206)
Art Beyond the Western World (ARTH-208)
History of Photography (ARTH-223)
NOTE: Mathematics Proficiency - This degree requires a minimum math
proficiency through Elementary Algebra (MATH-020).
4
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Associate of Science Degree
This program prepares students who are interested in
transferring to a four-year institution. It is designed to present
students with the various aspects of web development and give
them both an academic and professional perspective. Students
learn the theoretical principles of web page and web site
development, providing them a conceptual foundation while
using the industry standard tools for their development. It also
prepares students for employment as web page designers, web
developers, and web analysts.
A web developer designs interactive web pages and
applications for the World Wide Web and also integrates
existing applications as new architectures come online. The
Web Developer must have a comprehensive understanding of
how the web operates; know how to incorporate the latest
technologies into effective presentation; be able to manage a
project and analyze and design systems; and have the skills
needed to integrate graphic design components onto the web
page. He or she must have knowledge of Internet protocols,
HTML editors, interactive design, hardware platforms and
operating systems.
Graduates are able to:
• discuss the features of well designed web sites
• describe how storyboards are used in the development of
web sites
• design and publish web pages featuring hypertext links,
lists, tables, and compressed files (video, audio and
graphics)
• develop web pages using appropriate HTML syntax
• connect to remote ftp sites and download files
• link web pages to other pages on the Internet
• interpret current copyright laws concerning multimedia
Curriculum
A.S. Degree
Course
ENGL-111
CISY-103
CISY-114
FILM-101
ENGL-112
CISY-225
CISY-208
CISY-274
CISY-268
CISY-291
CISY-132
CISY-233
CISY-232
Credits
English I
3
Computer Concepts and Programming 4
Interactive Multimedia I
3
Mathematics1,3
3-4
Art of the Movies:
Film Appreciation & Analysis
3
English II
Web Page Development I
Interactive Multimedia II
Privacy, Ethics, Computer Forensics
Social Science1
3
3
3
3
3
Communication1
Web Page Development II
Interactive Multimedia Programming
Systems Analysis & Design
Science (lab)1
3
3
3
3
4
Relational Database with
Web Applications
Internet & Web Architecture
Specialization Elective2
Social Science1
Humanities1
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 62 - 63
Select a course from the appropriate category of the General
Education list.
1
2
Choose from the following: Networking Essentials (CISY-219),
Extensible Markup Language (XML) (CISY-227), JavaScript
(CISY-244), Wireless Internet (CISY-228), Visual Basic.Net
(CISY-224), Active Server Pages.Net (CISY-260), Microsoft SQL
server (CISY-289), Database Development and Design (CISY285), Introduction to Oracle: SQL & PL/SQL (CISY-286),
Computer Science Cooperative Education (CISY-292),
Introduction to Video Production (ARTS-267), Two Dimensional
Design (ARTS-105), Introduction to Digital Photography (ARTS112), Graphics Design I (ARTS-246), Fundamentals of Game
Design (CISY-106).
Mathematics by official placement test. Students may not take
courses below placement level.
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Web Developer - A.S.
Web Developer
Web Developer - Certificate
Web Developer
Certificate
This certificate program prepares students for
employment as web programmers, systems integrators,
software developers and network managers
professionals sometimes labeled as web developers.
A web developer designs interactive web pages and
applications for the World Wide Web and also integrates
existing applications as new architectures come online.
The web developer must have a comprehensive
understanding of how the web operates; know how to
incorporate the latest technologies into effective
presentation; be able to manage a project and analyze
and design systems; and have the skills needed to
integrate graphic design components onto the web page.
He or she must have knowledge of Internet protocols,
HTML editors, interactive design, hardware platforms
and operating systems.
Graduates are able to:
• use hypertext mark-up language (HTML) to create
effective web pages including graphics
• maintain currency of web pages using updating
programs
• create a web site capable of links, data-gathering,
simple transactions, e-mail and database access
• prepare a formal proposal to an internal or external
client who wants to set up a commercial web site or
an Internet. Outline the hardware issues, software
and development tools, security (hardware and
software systems), staffing and costs
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Curriculum
Certificate Program
Course
ENGL-111
CISY-225
CISY-114
CISY-274
CISY-103
Credits
English I
3
Web Page Development I
3
Interactive Multimedia I
3
3
Privacy, Ethics, Computer Forensics2
Computer Concepts & Programming2
4
CISY-233
CISY-268
CISY-208
CISY-232
Relational Database with Web Applications 3
Web Page Development II
3
Interactive Multimedia II
3
Internet & Web Architecture
3
Specialization Elective1
3
Total Credits 31
Choose from the following: Networking Essentials (CISY-219),
Extensible Markup Language (XML) (CISY-227), JavaScript (CISY-244),
Interactive Multimedia Programming (CISY-291), Wireless Internet (CISY228), Visual Basic.Net (CISY-224), Active Server Pages.Net (CISY-260),
Microsoft SQL server (CISY-289), Database Development and Design
(CISY-285), Introduction to Oracle: SQL & PL/SQL (CISY-286),
Computer Science Cooperative Education I (CISY-292), Introduction to
Video Production (ARTS-267), Two Dimensional Design (ARTS-105),
Introduction to Digital Photography (ARTS-112), Graphic Design I
(ARTS-246), and Fundamentals of Game Design (CISY-106).
1
2
Elementary Algebra (MATH-020) is a prerequisite/corequisite for this
course.
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Certificate
The certificate program will prepare students for careers in
web programming.
Graduates are able to:
• use e-mail programs
• search the World Wide Web
• connect to remote ftp sites and download files
• participate in listservs, chat lines and news groups
• describe the ethical and privacy issues of the Internet
• design static and dynamic web pages
• install a web page on a website
• design the solution to a problem using tools such as
pseudocode, structure charts and flowcharts
• design, write and test computer programs using
languages such as C, C++, Java, Visual BASIC, ASP,
JavaScript and XML
• interact with Oracle Database Software for data
storage and retrieval
• interact with MS SQL Server Database Software for data
storage and retrieval
• describe e-commerce infrastructure
• identify and explain the technical challenges to the adoption
of e-commerce
• build XML applications
• maximize the power of a website with XML
Curriculum
Certificate Program
Course
ENGL-111
CISY-225
CISY-103
CISY-162
CISY-238
CISY-242
CISY-265
Credits
English I
3
Web Page Development I
3
Computer Concepts & Programming1
4
Introduction to E-commerce Technology 3
C Programming or
Object Oriented Programming or
Introduction to C#.net
3
CISY-244
CISY-249
CISY-227
CISY-289
CISY-286
CISY-224
CISY-260
JavaScript
Java
Extensible Markup Language (XML)
MS SQL Server or
Introduction to Oracle: SQL & PL/SQL
Introduction to Visual Basic.NET
Active Server Pages.NET
3
3
3
3
3
3
Total Credits 34
1
Elementary Algebra (MATH-020) is a prerequisite for this course.
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Web Programming - Certificate
Web Programming
Course Descriptions
Course descriptions are listed on the following pages,
alphabetically and by course prefix. The four letter prefix
identifies subject area and the three numbers that follow identify
the particular course. The numbers in parenthesis indicate the
number of lecture and lab hours per week, assuming a typical
15-week semester.
The description of each course indicates its credit value
which determines the tuition charge and the number of credits
available toward the requirements for a degree.
ACCOUNTING
ACCT-101 Financial Accounting
(4,0) 4 Credits
This course explores the basic structure and concepts of
accounting. Accounting processes for both service and
merchandising enterprise, including the entire accounting cycle,
are studied in depth. Emphasis is placed on preparation of
worksheets, adjusting and closing entries and financial statements.
Additional topics covered in detail are evaluation of inventories,
deferrals and accruals, methods of depreciation, bank
reconciliations, shareholder equity, bonds and payroll accounting.
ACCT-103 Accounting for Small Business (4,0) 4 Credits
This course focuses on accounting as applied in the small
business setting. Emphasis is placed on small business record
keeping from basic journalizing to year-end closing and financial
statement preparation. Use of computerized general ledger and
other software will be employed to accomplish the above
mentioned tasks. Additionally, the course will cover managerial
issues and demonstrate use of basic analytical tools for problem
solving at the small business level. This course is not recommended
for Accounting majors.
ACCT-104 Managerial Accounting
(4,0) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: ACCT 101 - Financial Accounting.
The topics covered in this course will enable students to analyze
and interpret both historical and estimated data used by
management to conduct daily operations, plan future operations,
and develop overall business strategies. Statement of Cash Flows,
Job Orders, Process Costing, Budgeting, Standard Costs,
Differential Analysis, and Product Pricing are some of the topics
studied.
ACCT-105 Taxes for Small Business
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course focuses on taxes as applied in the small business
setting. Emphasis is placed on understanding taxes impacting small
business such as income taxes - federal, state and local, payroll
taxes, property taxes, sales/use taxes and miscellaneous business
taxes. Additionally the course will cover managerial issues, tax
compliance and effective tax planning for small businesses. Brief
summary of issues relating to company structure: Sole
Proprietorship vs. General Partnerships, Limited Liability
Companies and S Corporations. This course is not an accounting
elective in the AAS Accounting or CPA Education Requirement
Certificate programs.
ACCT-203 Intermediate Accounting I
(4,0) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: ACCT 104 - Managerial Accounting.
This course further develops accounting principles as they apply
to classification and presentation of financial statements. Topics
covered are income statements, balance sheets, capital statements,
cash flow statements, time value of money, receivables, current
liabilities, inventory (including estimating techniques), plant and
equipment, intangible assets.
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ACCT-204 Intermediate Accounting II
(4,0) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: ACCT 203 - Intermediate Accounting I.
This course further develops accounting principles as they apply
to classification and presentation of financial statements. Topics
studied include contributed corporate capital, stock rights, earnings
per share, retained earnings, treasury stock, leases, bonds payable,
income taxes, pension funds and investments.
ACCT-210 International Accounting
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: ACCT 101 - Financial Accounting and ACCT 104
- Managerial Accounting or permission of the instructor.
This course investigates accounting theory of an international
nature, including international consolidations, financial statements,
and problems dealing with exchange and other accounting matters.
ACCT-211 Cost Accounting
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ACCT 104 - Managerial Accounting.
This course covers accounting for manufacturing enterprises. It
provides a detailed explanation of the cost components of
manufacturing operations: direct materials, direct labor and
indirect manufacturing expenses (Factory overhead). The full cycle
of the manufacturing entity is illustrated for both job order and
process cost systems. The various techniques used for the
application of factory overhead are studied. Process costing
includes both the weighted average and FIFO methods and
differences in direct material input. Standard costs and variance
analysis are also covered.
ACCT-212 Cost Analysis & Budgeting
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ACCT 104 - Managerial Accounting.
This course focuses on the managerial uses of accounting data.
Topics covered include cost behavior analysis, cost-volume-profit
analysis, budgeting, responsibility accounting, profit performance
evaluation, distribution cost analysis, capital expenditure planning
and decision making using cost analysis. In addition, there will be
an introduction to some of the simpler mathematical and statistical
techniques used in planning and control; correlation analysis;
performance and evaluation review technique (PERT), and
queuing theory.
ACCT-221 Tax Accounting I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ACCT 104 - Managerial Accounting.
This course is a study of current federal income tax law practice
with primary emphasis on application to the individual taxpayer.
Familiarization with tax forms and their preparation is emphasized.
This course also briefly summarizes partnership and corporate
taxation.
ACCT-222 Auditing
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ACCT 104 - Managerial Accounting.
This course provides an introduction to the concepts and
methods of auditing. Topics covered include the responsibilities
and standards of the auditor, the procedures and techniques for
examining internal control, assets, liabilities, equity, income and
expenses, auditor's work papers and reports.
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ACCT-223 Tax Accounting II
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ACCT 221 - Tax Accounting I.
This course continues the study of Tax Accounting I with the
primary emphasis on Federal Income Tax Laws and Regulations
relating to Corporations, S Corporations and Partnerships. In
addition, the course will cover various federal tax issues
concerning Trusts, Estates, Gifts, Generation-Skipping Transfer
Tax and Retirement Planning. The course will specifically focus on
tax research, planning and familiarization with tax forms and their
preparation.
ACCT-224
Government & Not-For-Profit
Accounting
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ACCT 104 - Managerial Accounting.
This course provides an in-depth analysis of accounting for
governmental and not-for-profit entities. The course presents the
foundation on which all accounting for governmental and not-forprofit entities is based. Offered in the fall semester.
indoor air quality issues, the design of the air distribution system,
and the selection of the air conditioning unit and peripheral
components. Throughout the semester the student is also trained in
the use of engineering design software and computer-aided drafting
software.
ARTC-201 Refrigeration II
(4,6) 6 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTC 101 - Refrigeration I.
An advanced refrigeration course, requiring a basic knowledge of
refrigeration systems and components. The student is introduced to
operation, maintenance and design procedures for large
commercial and industrial refrigeration equipment and associated
instrumentation and control systems.Classroom training is
enhanced by means of field trips to commercial buildings for the
purpose of viewing actual equipment at work and receiving
additional on-site training through the sponsorship of plant
engineering personnel.
Accounting Using
Microcomputer
(1,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ACCT 101 - Financial Accounting.
In this hands-on course, students will learn to use the
QuickBooks software to track the transactions of a service business
and a merchandiser on a personal computer. Topics covered
include customer- and vendor-related transactions, end-of-period
transactions, payroll, and converting a manual accounting system
to QuickBooks. Familiarity with the use of a personal computer is
required.
ARTC-202 Heating Systems Design
(4,6) 6 Credits
This is a course which deals primarily with the application of the
fundamental facts of engineering to the practical design of central
heating systems. Previous knowledge of heat transfer processes as
applicable to air conditioning design (cooling) is required.
Classroom instruction consists of engineering design and analysis
of hot air (ducted), hot water (baseboards), steam (radiators),
radiant (warm floors) and geothermal heating systems. Throughout
the semester the student is also trained in the selection of equipment
and peripheral components, and in the use of engineering-design
and computer aided drafting software.
ACCT-290
ARTC-206
ACCT-225
Accounting Cooperative
Education I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See
department Co-op Coordinator.
Cooperative Education is the integration of classroom study with
specific planned periods of learning through employment to gain
practical experience. The course utilizes a seminar approach with
performance based activities and individual student objectives
which are job related and employer evaluated.
ACCT-291
Accounting Cooperative
Education II
(3,0) 3 Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See Department
Co-op Coordinator.
Cooperative Education is the integration of classroom study with
specific planned periods of learning through employment to gain
practical experience. The course utilizes a seminar approach with
performance based activities and individual student objectives
which are job related and employer evaluated.
AIR CONDITIONING,
REFRIGERATION & HEATING
TECHNOLOGY
ARTC-101 Refrigeration I
(4,5) 6 Credits
This is an entry-level course for students in the HVAC/R field. Its
purpose is to provide the student with a practical blend of technical
theory and laboratory skill- building activities. The course content
aims at developing in the student a solid foundation in the basics of
thermodynamic theory as applicable to refrigeration, and in the
operation of the most modern tools, instruments and equipment in
current use by field service professionals during installation,
troubleshooting, maintenance and service procedures on presentday refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
ARTC-102 Air Conditioning Systems Design(4,6) 6 Credits
This course deals primarily with the application of the
fundamentals of engineering to the practical design of air
conditioning systems. The course begins with the concepts of
human comfort and their dependence on the proper conditioning of
air, continues with cooling load estimating, psychometric analysis,
Residential HVAC Controls
& Instrumentation
(2,3) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ESTC 102 - Electricity II.
An advanced course in electrical control systems for HVAC,
requiring that students have had either previous training or field
experience in the areas of control and instrumentation for HVAC.
This course focuses on residential applications beginning with
concepts of automation and feedback for control loops, continuing
with a presentation of operating principles of gas, oil and electric
heating/cooling control systems and associated equipment, and
finally exploring indoor air quality (I.A.Q.) issues. Training is
provided in the operation, troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair
procedures of mechanical and electrical malfunctions on boilers,
furnaces, heat pumps, central cooling systems, humidifying &
dehumidifying equipment and peripheral devices, and in the
operation, calibration and testing of such systems.
ARTC-207
Commercial HVAC Controls
& Instrumentation
(3,2) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTC 206 - Residential HVAC Controls &
Instrumentation.
This is an advanced course in instrumentation and controls for
Commercial HVAC. The student is introduced to pneumatic control
systems and components commonly used in buildings to operate
heating and air conditioning equipment. An introduction to
electronic and to microprocessor-based controllers currently in use
in commercial buildings, often known as DDC (Direct Digital
Controllers), is provided. The student is expected to have had
previous education (or training) in heating and air conditioning
design, be familiar with basic conceptual knowledge of air
conditioning processes and with electricity for HVAC/R.
ANTHROPOLOGY
ANTH-101
Introduction to Cultural
Anthropology
(3,0) 3 Credits
The course examines cultures around the world so as to provide
a better understanding of their similarities and differences.
Different world cultures are examined in detail so as to gain a
contextual analysis of their world views and adaptations. Emphasis
is also placed on the different ways in which anthropologists work
to gain their information and interpret the data. There may be an
optional field trip to a local museum.
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ANTH-102 Human Origins
(3,0) 3 Credits
The course examines the evolution of humans and other primates
from their early beginnings some 70 million years ago to the
present. Through the use of the fossil record, archeological data,
molecular evidence, comparative anatomy and observations of
non-human primates such as apes and monkeys, the story of
human evolution is presented. There may be optional field trips to
a local museum and/ or zoo.
ANTH-120 Introduction to Archaeology (2,3) 3 Credits
The course introduces the basic principles, theories and
methodologies used by archaeologists to reconstruct cultures,
largely prehistoric, through the analysis of material culture. Special
emphasis placed upon using archeology as a means to test
hypotheses about prehistoric cultures and their development.
Students will need to be available on at least two Saturdays or
Sundays a month so that trips can be made to visit nearby
archeological excavations.
ANTH-201 North American Indians
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course examines Native North American adaptations to
their physical and social environment. The course traces the social
evolution of Native Americans beginning with their entry into the
New World through the contact period and then up to the present
time. Special attention is placed upon the culture area approach.
There may be optional field trips to local museums. Offered in the
spring semester.
ANTH-202 Global Patterns of Racism
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
This team-taught course draws on texts in the social sciences, in
history, and literature to survey the causes and manifestations of
racism in diverse cultures, as well as proactive responses to it. The
course will focus on racism in western and nonwestern cultures.
Case studies will include - but not be limited to - European
colonialism, slavery, social Darwinism and eugenics, apartheid and
segregation, anti-Semitism, and contemporary conflicts like
Rwanda and the former Yugoslavia. This course satisfies general
education requirements in humanities, literature, or social sciences.
It cannot be used as the sole social science course in a degree
program that has only one social science course.
ART HISTORY
ARTH-101 Art Appreciation
(3,0) 3 Credits
Art appreciation is a survey of art throughout history, which
focuses on the analysis of art forms, technical procedures, subject
matter, composition and cultural and social influences. Two and
three-dimensional arts will be discussed. Museum visits will be
arranged during the semester.
ARTH-110
Art from Prehistory
to the Gothic Period
(3,0) 3 Credits
A survey of western art history (including early Islamic art) with
strong emphasis on its relationship to civilization and its cultural
context from Prehistory through the Gothic period. Students will
acquire a visual vocabulary of historical art styles. Museum visits
will be arranged during the semester. Students will also learn to
analyze artworks which identify stylistic characteristics.
ARTH-111 Art from the Renaissance to the Modern Era
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTH 110 - Art from Prehistory to the Gothic
Period.
A survey of western art history with emphasis on its relationship
to civilization and its cultural context from Renaissance to the mid20th century in Europe and America. Students will acquire a visual
vocabulary of historical art styles. Museum visits will be arranged
during the semester. Students will also learn to analyze artworks
which identify stylistic characteristics.
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ARTH-115 Photography: A Cultural History (3,0) 3 Credits
This course will explore the impact and influence of photography
as technology and an art form on contemporary culture. The course
will survey the history of photography and look at how it impacts
media, science and art. Students will have experiences with the pinhole camera and simple printing processes as well as the
transformation of the photograph to digital form.
ARTH-203 Modern & Contemporary Art (3,0) 3 Credits
This course is a survey of modern art from the late 19th century
to the present. Major artists in painting, sculpture, architecture and
new media will be studied in the context of developments in
Western art. Parallels will be drawn to nonwestern art. Students
will learn about the major artistic and historical developments of
this time period through lectures, readings, class discussions and
museum and gallery visits. Offered every other year in the spring
semester.
ARTH-205 American Art
(3,0) 3 Credits
A survey of American painting, sculpture and architecture from
colonial times to the present. Major artists and styles will be studied
in the context of American culture and will be examined against the
background of European sources and parallels. Students will learn
about the major artistic and historical developments of this time
period through lectures, readings, class discussions and museum
and gallery visits. Offered every other year in even numbered years.
ARTH-206
Impressionism and
Post-Impressionism
(3,0) 3 Credits
The study of paintings and sculpture by major European and
American artists of the late 19th and early 20th century with an
emphasis on the development of Impressionism and PostImpressionism as artistic movements. Students will learn about the
major artistic and historical developments of this time period
through lectures, readings, class discussions and museum and
gallery visits. Offered every other year in odd numbered years.
ARTH-208 Art Beyond the Western World (3,0) 3 Credits
A survey of non-Western art, to include painting, sculpture and
architecture, from the establishment of the various societies to be
covered up to the 20th century. The art of China, Japan, Korea,
India, Africa, Islam, Oceania and Mesoamerica will be studied in
context of each culture. Parallels will be drawn to to Western art.
Students will learn about the major artistic & historical
developments of the different cultures through lectures, class
discussions and museum visits. Offered in the fall semester.
ARTH-223 History of Photography
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course will survey the history of photography and look at
how it is used as an art form and how it has impacted media and
science. Students will explore the aesthetic qualities of the
photographic image along with its value as a historical document
and scientific tool. Offered in the spring semester.
ART STUDIO
ARTS-104 Visual Communication
(2,2) 3 Credits
Visual Communication is an on-line studio art for non-majors
that fulfills the studio art requirement for Raritan Valley
Communication College's Liberal Arts degree. The course engages
students in understanding the elements, principles and methods of
visual communication through on-line lectures, readings, research
and discussions, as well as the making of art projects with
traditional and digital media. Students must purchase their own art
materials, and have basic image-editing software. High-speed
internet access recommended.
ARTS-105 Two-Dimensional Design
(2,2) 3 Credits
An introduction to the various aspects of design. Using a
combination of traditional and digital media, students explore the
basic elements used in art-making and the design principles that
guide visual form. No previous computer experience is needed.
Students will purchase some art supplies.
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ARTS-108 Three-Dimensional Design
(2,2) 3 Credits
This course emphasizes basic design vocabulary as well as the
concepts and history specific to three-dimensional design.
Coursework includes classroom exercises, readings, discussions
and critiques. Students will work in a variety of materials and
employ a variety of processes. Some art supplies will need to be
purchased.
ARTS-110 Basic Drawing I
(2,2) 3 Credits
This course is an introduction to visual expression through the
exploration of various black and white media. Still life, landscape,
portrait, the human figure, and other subjects will be drawn.
Formal concepts such as line, texture, value, perspective will be
explored through representational and abstract means. Students will
be required to purchase art supplies.
ARTS-110H Basic Drawing I Honors
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: Approval by portfolio.
Like Basic Drawing I, this course applies visual expression
through the exploration of various black and white media. Still life,
landscape, portrait and human figure, and other subjects will be
drawn. Unlike the regular course, however, this Honors section will
require more complex drawing assignments that involve a higher
level of content development, as well as formal drawing skills
beyond the rudimentary level. Representational and abstract
drawing will be encouraged. There will also be required reading
assignments, two guided field trips to New York City galleries and
museums, and a class with a visiting artist. Students will be required
to purchase art supplies. Offered every other year in the fall
semester.
ARTS-111 Basic Drawing II
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 110 - Basic Drawing I.
This course further develops the student's concepts acquired in
Drawing I by applying creative assignments using color media,
such as: pastel, color pencil, oil bar, gouache, crayon and mixmedia with more intense focus on personal context, and the
introduction of color theory. Some subjects will be still-life,
portrait, landscape, and drawing from a model. Both realism and
abstraction are encouraged. Students must purchase art supplies as
needed.
ARTS-112
Introduction to Digital
Photography
(2,2) 3 Credits
Introduction to Digital Photography will explore electronic
imaging through the use of digital cameras and scanning. This
course will cover basic technical information relating to the
appropriate hardware and software used in electronic imaging,
basic photographic concepts and terminology. This course will also
explore creative uses of digital photography as an art form. Students
must have their own 35mm camera or digital camera. Students
must purchase some art supplies.
ARTS-113 Audio Production
(2,2) 3 Credits
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of multitrack audio production. Students will explore recording techniques,
including the choice of microphones and their placement, as well as
mixing multi-track audio utilizing equalization, compression,
reverb, and panning. With an emphasis on acoustics and the physics
of sound, class projects will focus on producing audio for music
distribution, radio, computer gaming, and film.
ARTS-121 Watercolor I
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 110 - Basic Drawing I.
This course is an introduction to the techniques and aesthetics of
watercolor. Gouache will be introduced as a minor element. Selfexpression will be encouraged through creative problems. Color
theory and methods of applying paint will be explored. Students
will work from both indoors and outdoors from still life, nature, the
figure model, self-portraits, and from their imaginations. Students
will purchase their own art supplies. Offered in the spring semester.
ARTS-131 Watercolor II
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: ARTS 121 - Watercolor I.
Continuation of Watercolor I. Through emphasis on creative
problem solving and self-expression the student will further
sharpen traditional watercolor skills as well as investigate large
scale and watercolor with mixed media. Students will often work
thematically on projects with encouraged self-direction. Further
investigation into traditional subject matter such as the figure
model, still life and landscape will be used. Students will purchase
their own art supplies. Offered in the spring semester.
ARTS-132 Color Theory
(2,2) 3 Credits
This course is an introduction to the characteristics of color and
its interaction. Major color theorists will be presented such as Itten
and Albers. Assignments will include the creative application of
color theory in various media including computers. Students will
purchase their own art supplies.
ARTS-205 Drawing III
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 111 - Basic Drawing II.
The course will concentrate on black and white and color drawing
with an emphasis on creative problem solving on an advanced
level. Traditional and nontraditional use of the media will be
encouraged with the objective of focusing on drawing as a personal
expressive medium. Contemporary concepts in drawing will be
explored. The figure model will be a drawing subject for a couple
of sessions. Students will purchase their own art supplies. Offered
in the fall semester.
ARTS-210 Acrylic & Oil Painting I
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 110 - Basic Drawing I.
This course is an introduction to the techniques of acrylic and oil
painting. Aesthetics, color theory and methods of applying paint
will be explored through creative problems. Self-expression will be
encouraged. Assignments will cover various subject matter,
including still life, figure model, landscape, and abstraction.
Students may choose to focus on oil or acrylic as their dominant
medium for assignments. Students will purchase most of their own
art supplies.
ARTS-211 Acrylic & Oil Painting II
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 210 - Acrylic and Oil Painting I.
This course is a continuation of Acrylic and Oil Painting I with
emphasis upon individual creative expression. Traditional
techniques such as glazing and impasto will be further investigated
as well as more experimental approaches to painting such as mixmedia, multi-panel, and painting installations. Traditional subject
matter such as the landscape and the figure model will be painted,
as well as subjects chosen by the student. Students may choose to
focus on oil or acrylic as their dominant medium for assignments.
Students will purchase most of their own art supplies.
ARTS-212 Still Photography I
(2,2) 3 Credits
An introduction to black and white photography. This course
covers basic camera operation, film processing and darkroom
printing. Students will be exposed to aesthetic and critical issues
related to the medium of photography. Purchase of additional
supplies required. Students must have their own 35mm manually
operational camera.
ARTS-215 Ceramics I
(2,2) 3 Credits
Ceramics I introduces students to the basic theory and practice
involved in the forming and processing of clay from its raw state to
the finished art object. Handbuilding processes will be emphasized
as well as basic glaze application, glaze making and ceramic firing
techniques. Students will learn the handbuilding techniques of
pinch, coil and slab. Vessels and clay sculpture will be explored.
Students will purchase some art supplies such as a ceramic tool kit
and glaze brushes.
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ARTS-216 Ceramics II
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 215 - Ceramics I.
Ceramics II introduces students to the basic theory and practice
involved in making forms on the potter's wheel. Students will learn
basic wheel thrown forms that can be used in functional pottery and
ceramic sculpture. Students will also learn glaze and firing
techniques using glazes for the gas kiln. Students will purchase
some art supplies such as clay, a ceramic tool kit and glaze brushes.
ARTS-218 Sculpture I
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 108 - Three-Dimensional Design.
Sculpture I is an investigation of sculptural concepts, techniques,
media, tools and vocabulary in order to further develop students'
sculptural skills and visual perception. The course involves
exposure to contemporary sculptural concepts as well as traditional
materials, technical information and personal expression. Students
must purchase some art supplies.
ARTS-219 Sculpture II
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 218 - Sculpture I.
This course offers an advanced sculpture student the opportunity
to further investigate material processes and modes of presentation
that reflect their specialized personal interests. An emphasis is
placed on the development of personal language and concept.
Students must purchase some art supplies.
ARTS-221 Still Photography II
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 212 - Still Photography I or permission of
instructor.
This course is designed for students who have had Still
Photography I and are interested in pursuing a more indepth
experience in black and white photography techniques. This course
will include an introduction to the Zone System with more precise
film exposure, processing and printing controls. Students will
explore a variety of darkroom techniques and focus on developing
a cohesive portfolio. This course covers basic camera operation,
film processing and darkroom printing. Purchase of additional
supplies required. Students must have their own 35mm manually
operational camera. Offered in the fall semester.
ARTS-222 Ceramics III
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 216 - Ceramics II.
Ceramics III is an advanced wheelthrowing course with
emphasis on making large forms. Students will also explore altered
forms and combining wheel thrown forms with handbuilding.
Students will purchase some art supplies such as clay, a ceramic
tool kit and glaze brushes.
ARTS-223
Advanced Glazing for
the Studio Potter
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 222 - Ceramics III.
This course instructs the student in the theory and practice of
glaze chemistry and glaze formulation. Students will learn how to
formulate their own glazes from glaze materials. Instruction will
cover stoneware and porcelain glazes as well as low-fire and Raku
glazes. Special glaze effects such as lusters, ceramic decals,
underglazes and overglazes will also be discussed and used.
Students will purchase some art supplies such as clay, ceramic
tools, glaze brushes and glaze containers. Offered in the fall
semester.
ARTS-225 Raku
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 216 - Ceramics II.
An indepth study of the ceramic process of Raku, a 16th century
ceramic process originating in Japan. Students will learn the
historical meanings of Japanese Raku and its adaptation by
Western potters. Students will learn the process of making Raku
clay and glaze. They will also learn how to fire a Raku kiln.
Students will work on individual and group projects. Students must
purchase some art supplies such as clay and ceramic tools. Offered
in the summer I semester.
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ARTS-226 Color Photography
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 212 - Still Photography I.
This course will present an exploration of photographic color
theory, the use of color negative film, color slide film, and color
balance. Students will learn basic color including film and print
processing. darkroom techniques including slide print processing
and negative print processing. Students must purchase some
additional photo supplies. Offered every other year in odd
numbered years.
ARTS-227
Alternative Photographic
Processes
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: ARTS 212 - Still Photography I or ARTS 112 Introduction to Digital Photography.
This course will explore techniques that go beyond the traditional
photographic darkroom practices. Some of the techniques covered
in this course may include non-silver processes such as cyanotype
and gum printing, hand-coloring, image lifts and transfers, handmade pin hole cameras and other experimental manipulation of
images. This course will also look at the historical significance of
these techniques to the development of photography as an art form.
Students will purchase additional art supplies. Offered in the spring
semester.
ARTS-228
Contemporary Landscape
Painting
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: ARTS 210 - Acrylic and Oil Painting I or ARTS
121 - Watercolor I or ARTS 111 - Basic Drawing II.
The landscape will be explored as a means of expressing our
contemporary world via realism, metaphor and abstraction.
Students will work outdoors at various sites on and off campus,
including the rural landscape, cityscape, industrial sites and other
outdoor locations. They will also develop ideas using source
material such as sketches, props, and memory. Students will work
in the color medium/media with which he/she has prior experience,
including oil, acrylic, pastel, and watercolor. Collage and
experimental use of media will be encouraged. Contemporary,
post-modern and historical concepts about landscape painting will
be discussed. Students will purchase their own art supplies.
Offered every other Summer II .
ARTS-229
Printmaking: Monoprint
and Relief
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: ARTS 105 - Two-Dimensional Design or ARTS 110
- Basic Drawing I or permission of the instructor.
This course will explore one of the oldest techniques in
printmaking: the relief print, in which the surface of a wood block
or linoleum is cut away and the surface inked to form the image. A
much more modern method of surface printing will also be
explored: the monoprint, is a very direct, painterly method of
making prints that results in a unique image. This studio experience
is supplemented with slide lectures, reading assignments, and
videotapes to put the process/prints in a formal design context and
an art historical perspective. Students must purchase some art
supplies. Offered in the fall semester.
ARTS-234 Ceramics IV
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 222 - Ceramics III and ARTS 223 - Advanced
Glazing for the Studio Potter.
This course offers the advanced ceramics student an opportunity
to work on specialized projects in a classroom studio setting.
Students will do advanced group and individual projects in
wheelthrowing and/or handbuilding. Emphasis is on refinement of
individual student skills and creative abilities. Students will
purchase clay and supplies through RVCC. Offered in the spring
semester.
ARTS-235 Acrylic & Oil Painting III
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 211 - Acrylic and Oil Painting II.
This course is a continuation of Acrylic and Oil Painting II. The
development of individual style, originality of expression, and
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portfolio preparation will be the focus, along with intermediate to
advanced application of painting techniques and contemporary
movements in painting. The figure model will be a painting subject
for several sessions. Students may choose oil or acrylic as their
dominant medium. Students will purchase most of their own art
supplies.
ARTS-236 Acrylic & Oil Painting IV
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 235 - Acrylic and Oil Painting III.
This course is a continuation of Acrylic and Oil Painting III using
advanced concepts and techniques in painting with emphasis on the
development of a strong individual style and originality of
expression, independent projects, portfolio preparation,
museum/gallery visits, and contemporary movements in painting.
The figure model will be a painting subject for several sessions.
Students may choose to paint with oil or acrylic as their dominant
medium. Students will purchase most of their own art supplies.
ARTS-242 Figure Drawing I
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 110 - Basic Drawing I.
This course will cover pictorial concepts motivated by the study
of anatomy and the human figure. A live model will be drawn
weekly. Students will use black and white media, such as charcoal,
graphite, oil bar and ink. Students will purchase their own art
supplies.
ARTS-243 Figure Drawing II
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 242 - Figure Drawing I.
This course covers pictorial concepts motivated by the study of
anatomy and the human figure. A live model will be drawn weekly.
Students will use color media such as pastels, oil bar, and waterbase paint. A personal drawing style will be emphasized. Students
will purchase their own art supplies.
ARTS-244 Ceramic Handbuilding
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 216 - Ceramics II.
A ceramics course with emphasis on advanced approaches to
handbuilding processes. Students will work with advanced
handbuilding techniques and be introduced to advanced textural,
glaze and firing techniques. They will also refine individual
technical and creative skills. Students must purchase some art
supplies such as clay and ceramic tools. Offered every other year
in odd numbered years.
ARTS-246 Graphic Design I
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 105 - Two-Dimensional Design.
This course is an introduction to the concepts and processes of
graphic design. Students learn about the field of graphic design and
work with computers in bitmap, vector graphic, and page layout
software, as well as with traditional art and design media. Projects
involve digital imaging, typography, identity design and page
layout. The designer's creative process and problem-solving skills
are emphasized throughout the course. Students will purchase
some art supplies.
ARTS-247 Graphic Design II
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 246 - Graphic Design I.
This course covers advanced concepts and processes of graphic
design and portfolio preparation. Students explore the creative
process by combining bitmap, vector graphic, and page layout
software, as well as traditional art and design media, toward
original design solutions. Projects involve advanced digital
imaging and typography, packaging and multi-page documents,
pre-press and internet preparation Emphasis is placed on the
relationship between individual creative and critical thinking skills
and the designer's role within professional, cultural and historical
contexts. Students will purchase some art supplies.
ARTS-248 Two-Dimensional Animation
Prerequisite: ARTS 246 - Graphic Design I.
(2,2) 3 Credits
This course helps students develop basic creative skills in twodimensional animation. Historical perspective includes eras, styles,
techniques, as well as exploration of future possibilities such as
game design, Web design, entertainment, education, and art.
Students use 2-D imaging and animation software to create short
computer animations involving typography, graphics and original
characters, with some interactivity. Emphasis is on the whole
creation process: from concept and story-boards to visual
production with sound. Students will purchase some art supplies.
Offered in the fall semester.
ARTS-249 Digital Artmaking
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: ARTS 105 - Two-Dimensional Design & ARTS 110
- Basic Drawing I.
Students will explore creative expression in art beyond the
traditional media of painting, drawing, photography and sculpture
by using digital technology. Students will combine traditional
artmaking with the use of digital imaging software applications and
printing techniques. Emphasis is on creative thinking and problemsolving. Students will also explore theory, history and ethics
involved with the computer as an art tool. Students must purchase
some art supplies. Offered every other year in even numbered
years.
ARTS-250 Printmaking: Silkscreen
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: ARTS-105 - Two-Dimensional Design or ARTS 110
- Basic Drawing I or permission of the instructor.
This course is an introduction to the printmaking process of
silkscreen. The techniques covered in the course will include photo
processes and drawing. Students will create with single and
multiple color images using water base inks. They will be able to
incorporate other techniques such as collage and painting. Students
must purchase some art supplies. Offered in the fall semester.
ARTS-252 Portfolio Development
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisites: ARTS 108 - Three-Dimensional Design, ARTS 111 Basic Drawing II and ARTS 132 - Color Theory.
This course is designed to help prepare students majoring in
Visual Arts, Studio Art or Graphic Design to successfully transfer
to a B.F.A. or B.A. in Art program. The course will cover topics
such as critical thinking in art, writing artist's statement, career
options, resume and portfolio preparation for transfer and
exhibitions, and identification of appropriate transfer colleges.
Students will purchase some art supplies.
ARTS-253
Introduction to Contemporary
Printmaking
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 105 - Two-Dimensional Design or ARTS 110 Basic Drawing I.
This course is an introduction to recent developments in non
toxic/less toxic techniques and materials for printmaking such as
polyester plates for lithography and Image On film for intaglio.
Students will also explore new ways to synthesize digital processes
with traditional printmaking techniques to facilitate the process of
printmaking. Students must purchase some art supplies.
ARTS-254 Art of the Book
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 105 - Two-Dimensional Design or ARTS 110 Basic Drawing I or permission of the instructor.
This course will introduce students to the design and construction
of traditional and non-traditional paper based book formats.
Conceptual thought will be applied to the book form by studying
the narrative, alternative and sculptural quality of the book as a
universal medium for the visual artist. Alternative media will be
encouraged. Students will be required to purchase some art
materials. Offered in the spring semester.
ARTS-261 Light Optics & Sound
(2,2) 3 Credits
In this course, students will explore the science and technology
that produce visual images, specifically the nature of light and lens
optics. A clear understanding of image reproduction (chemical,
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analog & digital) will be gained. Classic lighting styles, the
methodology of sound reproduction and the mechanics of
microphones and their impact on the artistic process will be
examined. Offered in the fall semester.
ARTS-266 Advanced Digital Photography (2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 112 - Introduction to Digital Photography or
permission of the instructor.
Advanced Digital Photography will explore the use of advanced
digital camera controls and software editing techniques. In-depth
technical and software information will be covered relating to
camera RAW exposure and software manipulation.This course will
also focus on the creative development of a personal body of work.
Students must have their own SLR style digital camera capable of
exposing in RAW format. Students must purchase some art
supplies.
ARTS-267 Introduction to Video Production (2,2) 3 Credits
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of digital
video production. Students will learn how to produce short videos,
including story-boarding, directing, lighting and shooting, and will
finish productions using current video-and sound-editing software.
The course examines the application of video in contemporary art,
documentation, and television production.
ARTS-268
Advanced Video Production:
Narrative & Documentary
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 267 - Introduction to Video Production.
This course covers advanced techniques for digital video,
including scripting, directing, lighting, shooting, editing and
overall production. Students will use advanced applications of
current video-and sound-editing software. Final project is a video
series or single production of substantial length within the field of
narrative and/or documentary video. The course examines
advanced application of film language and production techniques
in the fields of Hollywood film, documentary production, and new
media. Students will crew on college productions when available.
ARTS-271 Illustration
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 246 - Graphic Design I.
This course introduces students to various illustration techniques
and professional applications. Projects involve both traditional and
digital media. Accuracy of rendering is emphasized. Students will
purchase some art supplies. Offered in the fall semester.
ARTS-273 Commercial Photography
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 212 - Still Photography I or ARTS 112 Introduction to Digital Photography.
This course covers the basic aspects of commercial photography
including studio and location lighting, business and marketing
skills and large format camera operation. Students will be required
to furnish a 35mm film or digital camera that can be manually
controlled and to purchase additional supplies. Offered in the fall
semester.
ARTS-274
Web Page Design for
the Graphic Artist
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 246 - Graphic Design I.
This course covers the concepts and application of graphic design
for the World Wide Web. Students will create original web sites
with attention to design fundamentals such as color, typography,
imagery and composition. Web publishing software, simple
animation, and basic XHTML are covered. Students must purchase
art supplies. Offered in the fall semester.
ARTS-276 Typography
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: ARTS 246 Graphic Design I.
This course helps graphic design students gain an understanding
of the effects produced by various fonts and typographic
techniques. It provides a historical overview and in-depth
explanations of the formal qualities of characters and typefaces. A
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range of theoretical and applied projects are used to investigate
typography as a fundamental communication tool. Students will
purchase some art supplies. Offered in the spring semester.
ARTS-277 Game Audio and Video
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 106 - Fundamentals of Game Design.
This course will cover the theory, as well as practical
applications, of audio and computer video techniques as used in the
game industry. Emphasis will be placed on methods of sound
integration and video effects and how they impact character
development and enhance the game-playing experience.
Additional audio topics covered include: sound perception,
waveform editing, sound effects and an introduction to MIDI,
music composition and voiceovers. Computer video topics include:
image composition, virtual cameras, motion capture and video
compression. Offered every other year in even numbered years.
ARTS-278 Advanced Video Editing
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 267 - Introduction to Video Production
In this course, students will explore the historical development of
film/video editing theory and apply the various editing styles to
video footage generated in the class. A complete understanding of
the impact that editing has on the subtle manipulation of an
audience will be gained. At the same time, students will continue
to explore the depth of the current digital editing programs that are
commonly found in the workplace.
ARTS-279
Advanced Video Production:
Video Art
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 267 - Introduction to Video Production.
This course explores the medium of video for expressive artistic
practice. Utilizing current video-and sound-editing software,
students will create a series of videos or a single production of
substantial length examining the creative possibilities of the
medium. The history of video art will be examined and its relation
to performance art, commercial television, and documentary work.
Various means of presentation, such as single channel video, multichannel installations, and web video will also be considered.
ARTS-284 News Production for the Web (2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ONE of the following: COMM 254 - News
Reporting, COMM 251 - Writing for the Media, COMM 255 Feature Writing for Print & Broadcast Media, ARTS 246 Graphic Design I, ARTS 212 - Photography I, ARTS 267 Introduction to Video Production, ARTS 274 - Web Design, or
BUSI 111 - Introduction to Business Administration.
Students from various disciplines collaborate to produce the
college's student news website, The Record. Students can register
for this course to receive Communication,Art, or Business credit.
Students gain practical experience in the responsibilities of real
world website creation and maintenance. Many assignments reflect
a student's chosen discipline, but students in all areas also study the
fundamentals of new production as a whole. Areas to be covered
include news, features, sports and opinion writing, interviewing,
photography, art/illustration, graphic design/layout, web
development, video production and streaming, business/
advertising management, promotion, and basic principles of media
law and ethics. Emphasis will be placed on understanding how the
various components work together, on the roles and responsibilities
of news media in community, and on collaboration to publish the
multimedia website.
ARTS-288
Studio Art Cooperative
Education I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See
Department Co-op Coordinator.
Cooperative Education is the integration of classroom study with
specific planned periods of learning through employment to gain
practical experience. The course utilizes a seminar approach with
performance based activities and individual student objectives
which are job related and employer evaluated.
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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
AUTC-101
Automotive Theory,
Service and Engines
(2,5) 4 Credits
Corequisite: AUTC 102 - Automotive Brake Systems
Upon completion of this course, the student will be familiar with
the tools, service procedures, and safety customary to the
automotive field. Training is provided in general and specific
maintenance areas.
AUTC-102 Automotive Break Systems
(2,3) 3 Credits
Corequisite: AUTC 101 Automotive Theory, Service & Engines
This course is an overview of the brake system. Training will
cover the entire brake system and complete brake servicing.
Inspection diagnosis, adjustment, and repair of drum, disc, and
anti- lock brake systems will be performed.
AUTC-104 Electrical Systems
(2,3) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: AUTC 101 - Automotive Theory, Service & Engines.
Principles of electricity, circuitry and service are included in this
course. It will cover ignition, charging, lighting and warning
systems. Skills in trouble-shooting the automotive electrical system
will be developed with the use of modern testing and service
equipment.
AUTC-106
Clutches & Manual
Transmissions
(2,3) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: AUTC 101 - Automotive Theory, Service & Engines.
In this course fundamental principles and types of clutches and
manual transmissions and their component parts are covered.
Students will experience the installation and adjustment of
clutches, manual transmissions, universal parts and other
components such as drive shafts. Diagnosis and service of standard
transmissions are included.
AUTC-201
Fuel Systems
& Emission Control
(2,3) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: AUTC 101 - Automotive Theory, Service and
Engines.
This course will cover theories and practices of various
automotive fuel systems with respect to injection, carburetion,
fuels, manifolding and pumps. Training is provided in diagnosing,
repairing and adjusting fuel and exhaust systems with emphasis on
emission control systems.
AUTC-202 Engine Diagnosis
(2,6) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: 22 credit hours in Automotive Technology.
This course will cover theory and lab practices in methods of
locating automotive malfunctions. The use of up-to-date testing
equipment, including the chassis dynamometer, is used in checking
the electrical system, carburetion, emissions and general engine
conditions.
AUTC-203 Steering & Suspension Systems (2,3) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: AUTC 101 - Automotive Theory, Service & Engines.
This course will cover the principles involved in front and rear
suspension, weight distribution, wheel balancing and alignment.
Practice is provided in diagnosing and servicing these systems of
an automobile.
AUTC-205
Cooling & Climate
Control System
(2,3) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: AUTC 101 - Automotive Theory, Service & Engines.
In this course cooling, heating, defrosting and air conditioning
systems are studied. Maintenance, diagnosis and repair of the
systems are covered using lecture and lab experiences. Electrical
and/or vacuum circuits and controls are emphasized.
AUTC-206
Automatic Transmission
Service & Repair Principles
(2,3) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: AUTC 106 - Clutches & Manual Transmissions.
In this course the student will develop theoretical understanding
of hydraulic principles coupled with maintenance and simple
adjustments required by today's automatic transmissions.
BIOLOGY
BIOL-101 General Biology I
(3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: Two years of college preparatory laboratory science
or equivalent.
Corequisite: MATH 112 - Precalculus I.
This course is an in-depth study of the fundamental concepts of
biology, utilizing a molecular approach to the structure and function
of living organisms. Emphasis is placed upon the biochemical and
cellular base of life, metabolism, reproduction and genetics.
BIOL-102 General Biology II
(3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisites: BIOL 101 - General Biology I and MATH 112 Precalculus I.
The second semester of biology. Considers the diversity of living
things, the biology of plants and animals, evolution and ecology.
BIOL-111
Principles of Biology
(3,2) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 020 - Elementary Algebra.
This course emphasizes common processes and structures among
living things, from energy transfer to natural selection, from
chemical structure to organism structure. Included are principles
governing energetics, reproduction and development, inheritance
and evolution. Credits will not be given for both Principles of
Biology and General Biology I (BIOL-101).
BIOL-120 Human Biology
(3,2) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 020 - Elementary Algebra.
This course is an introductory study of the human body. Emphasis
will be placed on the basic anatomy and physiology of the human
systems and their interactions. The course is designed to give
students a general understanding of their bodies in health and
disease. Three-hour lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week.
BIOL-124
Human Anatomy
& Physiology I
(3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: Two years of college preparatory laboratory science
or equivalent.
This course is an in-depth study of the structure and function of
the human body. The course content highlights the chemical,
cellular, and tissue levels of organization, and the anatomy and
physiology of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous
systems. In the laboratory, students will examine anatomical
models and preserved specimens, and conduct physiological as
well as computer-simulated experiments. Completion of Human
Anatomy and Physiology II (BIOL 125) may be required for
transfer of credits. The Honors Option is available for this course.
BIOL-125
Human Anatomy
& Physiology II
(3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: BIOL 124 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I.
This course is an in-depth study of the structures and functions of
the general and special senses, and the endocrine, cardiovascular,
lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive
systems. In the laboratory, students will examine anatomical
models and preserved specimens, and conduct physiological as
well as computer simulated experiments. The Honors Option is
available for this course.
BIOL-133 Principles of Microbiology
(3,2) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 020 - Elementary Algebra and one of the
following: BIOL 124 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I, BIOL
101 - General Biology I, or BIOL 111 - Principles of Biology.
This course focuses on the interrelationships between the host
and microorganisms. Emphasis is placed on the causative agents of
disease and their identification, pathogenesis, transmission, and
control. The fundamental concepts of microbial genetics, evolution
and physiology will be covered as well as an overview of virology,
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immunology, protozoology, and mycology. Biohazard safety
measures for working with potential pathogens will be stressed
throughout the course. (Biology majors should take Microbiology
BIOL 221. Credit will not be granted for both courses.) Three hours
of lecture and a two hour laboratory session per week.
BIOL-139 Introduction to Marine Biology(3,0) 3 Credits
Introduction to Marine Biology is designed to introduce students
to the various marine environments of the world and the organisms
found in them. Emphasis will be placed on the biological features
of the oceans, organism-habitat relationships, and general
ecological concepts of influencing marine populations and
communities. Topics will include learning the ecological
relationship between flora and fauna, recognizing influences that
affect marine organisms, and the classification and identification of
marine species.
BIOL-142 Introduction to Nutrition
(3,0) 3 Credits
This is an introductory course in nutrition. It is designed to
provide the non-Science major with chemistry and function of all
essential nutrients. It will also discuss current ideas and thinking in
nutrition as well as an introduction to methods of research in
nutrition. Diseases associated with nutrients as well as an
introduction to methods of research in nutrition. Diseases
associated with nutrients as well as those prevented by nutrients
will be discussed.
BIOL-145
Wildflowers, Trees and
Ferns of New Jersey
(2,2) 3 Credits
This course is a study of trees and shrubs, herbaceous flowering
plants and ferns of New Jersey, emphasizing methods of
identification, taxonomic classification, and characteristics of
major representative plant families. Related study includes the
ecology and economic value of species studied. Three Saturday
field trips will be required. One hour lecture and three hours of
laboratory per week.
BIOL-149 Field Ornithology
(3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisites: 1 semester of Biology-related course (e.g.BIOL
101, BIOL 102, BIOL 111, BIOL 124, BIOL 125, BIOL 133, BIOL
150, BIOL 120).
This course is a field study of birds, focusing on the
identification, biology and conservation of resident and migrant
species of New Jersey. Students will be introduced to basic
concepts in the taxonomy, anatomy, physiology, behavior, ecology
and conservation of bird species in New Jersey and around the
world. Field trips will cover a broad range of habitats and natural
areas in the state. Offered in the spring semester.
BIOL-150
Plants, Humans
& the Environment
(3,2) 4 Credits
This course explores the relationship between plants, people and
the environment. Lectures cover the cultural, economic and
political significance of plants to human societies, and the effects
of human activities on plants and the environment. Labs provide a
first-hand introduction to the current and historical human uses of
plants (e.g., food, fuel, shelter, fiber, dyes) in New Jersey and
around the world. Students will go on field trips to local natural
areas, farms and winery. One weekend field trip is required.
BIOL-181 Science and Society
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course explores the nature, philosophy and tools of science;
the relationship between science and technology; and relevant
social aspects of various scientific fields, such as environmental
science, medical science, biotechnology, and astronomy.
BIOL-221 MICROBIOLOGY
(3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisites: BIOL 102 - General Biology II, Math 222 Statistics I.
Corequisite: CHEM 103 - General Chemistry I (It is
recommended that the General Chemistry sequence be completed
prior to taking this course).
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The biology of microorganisms including morphology,
physiology and classification will be covered. Emphasis is placed
on fundamental concepts of microbiology such as, nutrition,
physiology, genetics and the evolution of microbes; the role of
microorganisms in ecology, health and medicine, and
biotechnology. Laboratory techniques include the culturing and
identification of microorganisms. Three hours of lecture and three
hours of laboratory per week. Offered in the fall semester.
BIOL-231 General Ecology
(3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: BIOL 102 - General Biology II.
This course is the study of the interactions between organisms
and the environment. Students will investigate and develop an
understanding of the effects of physical and biological factors on
the distribution and abundance of species. Major areas of focus
include biogeography, population ecology, community ecology,
energy flow and nutrient cycles, and applications to modern
environmental problems. Lab consists of hands-on field research in
local natural areas and a survey of important New Jersey
ecosystems, patterns and processes. Two weekend field trips are
required.
BIOL-242 Genetics
(3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisites: BIOL 102 - General Biology II, CHEM 104 General Chemistry II, MATH 110 - Statistics I.
This course is a study of the major concepts in genetics, from the
classical Mendelian Laws to current topics in molecular genetics,
which will include the application of these concepts to a wide
variety of organisms. Three hours of lecture and three hours of
laboratory work per week. Offered in the spring semester.
BIOL-244
Introduction to Forensic Science (2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: Laboratory Science.
This course is an introduction to the applications of physical and
biological sciences in analyzing and evaluating physical evidence
as related to crime and the law. The role of forensic science in
criminal and civil investigations where questions regarding
interpretation of physical evidence are crucial will also be
examined. Offered in the fall semester.
BIOL-245 Cellular & Molecular Biology (3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: BIOL 101 - General Biology I and CHEM 103 General Chemistry I.
This course serves as a second year course in the Biotechnology
Program. This lecture and laboratory course provides an overview
of the structure and function of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
Topics include DNA replication, transcription, translation,
mutation, gene regulation, membrane function, cellular
communication and secretion. Laboratory stresses molecular and
recombinant DNA techniques, protein purification and
characterization and cell culture techniques. Offered in the fall
semester.
BIOL-246 Introduction to Bioinformatics (2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: BIOL 102 - General Biology II or BIOL 133 Principles of Microbiology.
This course is designed to provide an introduction to the
emerging technology of Bioinformatics for students in the
following programs: Biotechnology, Biology, Chemistry, health
sciences and computer science. This course will examine the major
issues concerning representation and analysis of biological,
molecular and biochemical information. Offered in the fall
semester.
BIOTECHNOLOGY
BTCP-100 Introduction to Biotechnology (3,0) 3 Credits
This course serves as the introductory course to the AS
Biotechnology Program and the Certificate of Completion in
Biotechnology Program. Topics include the history and
applications of DNA technology, biopharmaceuticals, genomics,
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therapeutics and bioethics. Current events are used as a context for
study. Format of class includes lectures, class discussions, and
student presentations. This course will also include seminars of
speakers from the biotechnology, biopharmaceutical, and
pharmaceutical industries and may include field trips to research
laboratories.
BTCP-102
Biotechnology Methods
and Procedures I
(3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: BTCP 100 - Introduction to Biotechnology.
This course provides an opportunity for students to learn
laboratory skills that are fundamental to successful, efficient and
safe practices in a biotechnology research, quality control or
production laboratory setting. Students will be introduced to
methods of measurement, data collection and analysis, solution and
media preparation, safe laboratory practices, and the practical
application of mathematics to the aforementioned processes. In
addition, students will be introduced to Good Laboratory Practices
(GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and related topics
that emphasize the significance of maintaining quality in biological
research or production setting.
BTCP-105
Good Manufacturing Practices
and Quality Issues
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
Good Manufacturing Practices and Quality Issues is a course that
will expose students to the regulations and guidelines that
Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology/Medical Device companies are
required to follow and comply. The students will get first hand
experience in reviewing and writing Standard Operating
Procedures, Work Instructions, and Batch Records. The students
will be exposed to the significance of Validation Protocols for
equipment, processes and test methods. Proper Documentation
Practices required in a GMP regulated company and widely used
terminology in the workforce will be covered and exercised
throughout the entire course. This course will also emphasize
aseptic processing and related aspects of product quality.
BTCP-107 Cellular Biology for Technicians (2,2) 3 Credits
This course is designed to introduce basic biological principles
while specifically examining life processes at the cellular level.
Topics include cell chemistry, the relationship between cell
structure and function, metabolism, molecular genetics and cellular
communication. Contemporary cell-related technology, its impact
and significance will be emphasized.
BTCP-202
Biotechnology
Student Symposium
(2,0) 2 Credits
Prerequisites: Any 200 level Biology course.
This course is designed to advance students' reading, writing and
oral presentation skills through research and presentation of
primary research articles. In each symposium, four to six papers
will be presented focusing on the theme of biotechnology from
primary research articles.
BTCP-203
Biotechnology Methods
and Procedures II
(2,4) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: BTCP 102 - Biotechnology Methods and Procedures
I.
This course serves as a second year course in the Biotechnology
Program. This course will provide a foundation to the theory and
techniques of cell culture and immunochemistry. This course will
provide an introduction to the manufacturing process, including a
survey of proteins currently in production by biotechnology
companies. It will provide information about the regulatory
environment in which these proteins are produced, including an
investigation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and current
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Laboratory stresses
molecular and recombinant DNA techniques, protein purification
and characterization and cell culture techniques.
BTCP-290 Biotechnology Internship (1,4) 3 to 5 Credits
Prerequisite: Permission and Placement by Program Coordinator.
The internship allows students to gain real job experience in the
biotechnology related industry before their graduation. The intern
will be placed in industries involved in biotechnology,
pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, chemicals, foods, cosmetics or
medical devices. Students can do their internship engaged in work
ranging from research and development, clinical studies,
marketing, quality assurance/quality control or manufacturing.
Companies that wish to sponsor an intern will be asked to identify
a mentor within the company to whom the intern will report and
who will provide a description of the training activities in which the
intern will be involved. The intern's activities will be under the
direction of the workplace mentor and the Biotechnology Program.
BUSINESS
BUSI-110
Globalization and Business
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course provides an understanding of contemporary issues
and challenges caused by the worldwide interconnections that are
defined as globalization. Through the examination of
globalization's diverse nature, students will explore its integration
with business and it effects on the social, cultural, political,
economic and technical environments. Offered in the fall semester.
BUSI-111
Introduction to Business
Administration
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course examines the fundamental aspects of the business
community and functional services. Emphasis is placed on business
functions as they apply to current business practices. Current events
comprise the framework for topic development and class
assignments.
BUSI-112
Principles of Management
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: BUSI 111 - Introduction to Business Administration.
This course is a study of the basic concepts of the management
functions in diverse business environments. Emphasis is placed on
the functional approach including planning, organizing, staffing,
coordinating, directing and controlling.
BUSI-113
Principles of Leadership
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course examines the critical success factors and threats to
effective team leadership. It is designed to help students learn and
practice the principles and qualities that promote team success and
dynamic leadership in the contemporary workplace. The content
and coursework are geared to create a result-oriented team ethic.
BUSI-120
Small Business Planning
& Marketing
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course is designed for the small business/entrepreneur or
manager looking to improve their marketing skills in today's
domestic, global and international business environments. Through
a case study and market simulation format, the student will come to
fully understand all activities and processes involved in the flow of
goods, services, ideas and events from producer and/or
manufacturer to consumers. The small business/entrepreneur or
manager will be able to incorporate a systems approach to fully
understand the marketing and sales conditions being affected and
analyze the problems as well as the strategies used to solve these
problems. Students will be able to describe the components; types
of information required and develop their own comprehensive
small business marketing plan.
BUSI-131
Business Law I
(3,0) 3 Credits
An introduction to the study of law as it relates to society with
special emphasis on business applications. General areas covered
include an overview of law, court system and procedure,
introduction to legal research, torts, contracts, and agency. This
course is also based on a broader premise that the law is worthy of
the study and respect of all educated persons irrespective of
discipline.
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BUSI-132
Business Law II
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: BUSI 130 - Business Law I.
Business Law II continues the study of Business Law I, and deals
with employment, real estate, wills and estates, commercial paper,
personal property, bailments, sales, and introduction to partnerships
and corporations.
BUSI-153
Small Business Management (3,0) 3 Credits
This course is designed to acquaint the enterprising individual
with the education and tools necessary to operate and manage a
small business. The course material will include such topics as
management functions with emphasis on the control function.
Methodologies in such areas as finance, marketing and
management will be discussed and will constitute the parameters of
the course.
BUSI-154
International Business
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course will concentrate on the issues that confront
international businesses. Using a business perspective, issues such
as the reasons for trade, managing international businesses,
controlling international businesses, organizational design and
operations management are investigated. Offered in the spring
semester.
BUSI-156
Risk & Financial Management (3,0) 3 Credits
This course introduces the fundamental principles of risk and
financial management. Content focuses on insurance, consumer
and trade credit, budgeting, banking, investing, loans, and other
financial considerations facing owners of small business. Offered
in the fall semester.
BUSI-161
Business Mathematics
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course helps to enhance a student's analytical skills, while
reinforcing basic principles of arithmetic. In doing so, the student
will develop a solid foundation and apply their knowledge to
problem solving techniques in disciplines most common to the
business environment. Areas of study include review of decimals,
equations, percentages, discounts and pricing, simple and
compound interest, inventory, depreciation, installment buying and
business statistics.
BUSI-191
Personal Finance
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course will enable the student to develop strategies for
improving their own personal finances. Practical solutions to
questions of budgeting, insurance, banking, investing, loans, and
other finances are considered. Offered in the spring semester.
BUSI-192
Introduction to Financial
Management
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ACCT 104 - Managerial Accounting.
This course introduces the fundamental principles of finance,
leading to a sound understanding of the practice and role of
financial management in contemporary business. It focuses on the
concepts of financial planning and control, with emphasis on the
application of financial tools and analytical techniques such as ratio
analysis, funds flow management and capital budgeting processes.
BUSI-193
International Finance
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ACCT 101 - Financial Accounting.
International Finance surveys the relationship between the
international business environment and international financial
markets. Topics that will be discussed include international
financial markets, capital markets, futures and options markets and
global banking issues. Offered in the spring semester.
BUSI-210
Corporate Treasury Management (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: BUSI 192 - Introduction to Financial Management.
This course emphasizes the principles and tools for analysis and
decision making in working capital management. Topics covered
include: liquidity management, cash management, forecasting and
planning, and short-term investment and financing. Students
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completing this course with a grade of A or B are eligible to take
the Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) or Certified Treasury
Professional Associate (CTPA) exam after the semester ends.
BUSI-221
Financial Planning & Institutions (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ACCT 104 - Managerial Accounting.
This course is designed to introduce students to various planning
strategies and financial institutions. Students will examine the
workings of different financial institutions and markets. The course
will focus on the management of financial portfolios in a changing
financial environment and the evaluation of different investment
opportunities. Offered in the fall semester.
BUSI-225
Entrepreneurship and Beyond (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ACCT 101 - Financial Accounting and either BUSI
111 - Introduction to Business Administration or BUSI 153 Small Business Management.
The course will enhance the working knowledge required to
manage a small business considering both domestic and global
implications. The student will learn the difference between
business ownership and entrepreneurship. The course will
emphasize the real-world financing of entrepreneurship, mergers,
and acquisitions as they apply to current business practices.
Students will go beyond the rudiments of "discovering a good
business concept" to analyzing and developing a comprehensive
plan to test the profitability potential of the venture. Using the
business plan approach, students will conduct the research and
investigation required to determine the viability of starting, buying
or selling an existing business. Case studies will include in-depth
financial analyses of successful businesses.
BUSI-250
Business Simulation Seminar (3,1) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: ACCT 104 - Managerial Accounting, BUSI 111 Introduction to Business Administration, BUSI 131 - Business
Law I, ECON 101 - Macroeconomics and Sophomore Standing.
This course is designed to be a capstone course for the AAS
degree programs in Accounting, Accounting Information Systems,
Business Management, Financial Services, International Business,
and Marketing. The course will give students a comprehensive
view of business strategies by integrating knowledge and skills
acquired from the various business disciplines into one class. An
online business simulation program will be used as the basis of the
course. Working in groups, students will manage a mock business,
and compete against each other to run the most efficient business
possible. This course is designed to enhance student awareness of
both internal and external factors that influence strategic decision
making in organizations.
BUSI-284
News Production for the Web (2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ONE of the following: COMM 254 - Introduction to
Print, Broadcast and Electronic News Reporting, COMM 251 Writing for the Media,COMM 255 - Feature Writing for Print &
Broadcast Media, ARTS 246 - Graphic Design I, ARTS 212 Photography I, ARTS 267 - Introduction to Video Production,
ARTS 274 - Web Design or BUSI 111 - Introduction to Business
Administration.
Students from various disciplines collaborate to produce the
college's student news website, The Record. Students can register
for this course to receive Communication, Arts, or Business credit.
Students gain practical experience in the responsibilities of real
world website creation and maintenance. Many assignments reflect
a student's chosen discipline, but students in all areas also study the
fundamentals of news production as a whole. Areas to be covered
include news, features, sports and opinion writing, interviewing,
photography, art/illustration, graphic design/layout, web
development,
video
production
and
streaming,
business/advertising management, promotion, and basic principles
of media law and ethics. Emphasis will be placed on understanding
how the various components work together, on the roles and
responsibilities of news media in community, and on collaborating
to publish the multimedia website.
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BUSI-290
Business Cooperative
Education I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See Department
Co-op Coordinator.
Cooperative Education is the integration of classroom study with
specific planned periods of learning through employment to gain
practical experience. The course utilizes a seminar approach with
performance based activities and individual student objectives
which are job related and employer evaluated.
CHEM-211 Organic Chemistry I
(4,4) 5 Credits
Prerequisites: CHEM 104 - General Chemistry II.
This course is an intensive survey of the modern chemistry of
compounds of carbon. Emphasis is placed on the role of structure,
reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry, spectroscopy, synthetic
methods, and the applications of these principles in the laboratory.
The chemistry of alkanes, alkenes, alkyl halides, alcohols,
nucleophilic substitution and elimination reactions, and infrared
and mass spectroscopy are examined.
BUSI-292
Business Cooperative Education II
(3,0) 3
Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See Department
Co-op Coordinator.
Cooperative Education is the integration of classroom study with
specific planned periods of learning through employment to gain
practical experience. The course utilizes a seminar approach with
performance based activities and individual student objectives
which are job related and employer evaluated.
CHEM-212 Organic Chemistry II
(4,4) 5 Credits
Prerequisite: CHEM 211 - Organic Chemistry I.
This course is a continuation of Organic Chemistry I. The
chemistry of aromatic compounds, carbonyl compounds, amines,
carbohydrates, amino acids and proteins, and some aspects of
biochemistry are among the topics surveyed.
CHEMISTRY
CHEM-102 Introduction to Chemistry
(3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 020 - Elementary Algebra.
An introduction to the fundamental principles of chemistry
designed for the Biotechnology A.A.S program and for students in
some allied health fields. This course may be used as a preparation
for General Chemistry by students with no prior chemistry. The
course includes a study of selected basic principles of chemistry
and an introduction to chemical laboratory techniques. Credit will
not be given for both Introduction to Chemistry and General
Chemistry I.
CHEM-103 General Chemistry I
(3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: Two years of college preparatory laboratory science
or equivalent.
Corequisite: MATH 112 - Precalculus I.
This course is an introduction to the fundamental theories and
laws of modern chemistry. Emphasis is placed on electronic
structure and its relationship to bonding and the periodic table, the
physical states of matter, stoichiometry, molecular geometry, gas
laws, solutions, and their chemistry.
CHEM-104 General Chemistry II
(3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: CHEM 103 - General Chemistry I and MATH 112 Precalculus I.
This course is a continuation of General Chemistry I. Kinetics,
equilibrium behavior, thermodynamics, acids and bases, solubility
equilibria, eletrochemistry, and nuclear chemistry are covered.
Organic chemistry is briefly introduced.
CHEM-116 Chemical Research at Rutgers (1,4) 3 Credits
Corequisite: CHEM 104 - General Chemistry II.
This course will introduce students to the nature of laboratory
research in chemistry and closely allied fields, including how
research questions are generated and how research is supported and
maintained. Students will perform chemically related laboratory
practice in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Marine and Coastal Sciences, or
the Biomedical Sciences, under the direct supervision of academic
researchers at the university level.
CHEM-202 Principles of Organic
and Biochemistry
(3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: CHEM 102 - Introduction to Chemistry or CHEM
104 - General Chemistry II.
This course is an introduction to the fundamental principles of
organic and biochemistry designed for the Biotechnology A.A.S.
program and for students in some allied health fields. The course
includes a study of selected basic principles of organic chemistry
and biochemistry, and further intensive training in organic and
biochemical laboratory techniques.
COMMUNICATION/SPEECH
COMM-101 Speech
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
Speech is a "hands-on" course in which students learn public
speaking by preparing and delivering oral presentations in class.
The course emphasizes two major components of effective public
speaking: selecting and organizing good material for speeches, and
developing good delivery skills. It helps students enhance their
presentation skills by using visual aids, such as flip charts and
overhead transparencies, effectively. The course also offers
strategies for dealing with fear and anxiety about public speaking.
COMM-102 Introduction to
Communication Theory
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course is an introductory survey of human communication
on many levels of interaction, from interpersonal to mass
communication. Through the study of theoretical communication
models; students will analyze the influence of language,
perceptions, culture, and media on the communication process.
Theoretical and practical skills will help students become more
competent communicators with other individuals and groups.
COMM-110 Interpersonal Communication (3,0) 3 Credits
This course is a survey of concepts, principles, theories, and
practices of Interpersonal Communication. Students will participate
in small-group and large-group experimental learning simulations
that reinforce theory and practice of effective Interpersonal
Communication. Emphasis is on self- awareness as the key to
awareness of others. Topics covered include listening, self-esteem,
self-disclosure, interpersonal dynamics, and assertiveness training.
Students who complete this course will become more effective and
confident in their relationships with family, friends, colleagues,
significant others, and strangers.
COMM-120 Introduction to Mass
Communication
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course surveys the development of the major mass
communication media: books, newspapers, magazines, radio,
musical recordings, film, television, video games and the Internet,
with a focus on their impact on society and contemporary
economic, technological and operational issues confronting each
medium. Students will examine the complex relationship between
mass media and society and develop analytical tools to understand
competing mass communication theories. Students who complete
this course will better appreciate the impact of mass media on
society and will become more proficient observers, consumers, and
practitioners of mass media by becoming media literate.
COMM-121 Presentation Skills for Business
& the Professions
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: COMM 101 - Speech I or equivalent training or
experience.
Presentation Skills for Business and the Professions provides
students with the theory and practice of oral communication skills
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that are essential for entry level positions as well as advancement
in today's business and professional careers. Content will include
interviewing, leading and participating in meetings and
discussions, and presenting material before a business or
professional audience. Exercises and activities include speaking
from prepared texts or notes, as well as extemporaneous speaking.
Students will also work in groups to develop, research, organize,
and deliver a business presentation to an invited audience.
Students will work with a variety of audio/visual aids, including
flip charts, and computer graphics and video. Presentations will be
video-recorded for reviewing and critiquing.
COMM-130 Events Planning/Meeting
Management
(3,0) 3 Credits
Events Planning/Meeting Management is a survey course that
anchors the Event Planning/Meeting Management Certificate
Program. This course presents sound principles and practices for
public relations practitioners who plan and organize events,
meetings, conferences, or conventions and prepares students for
employment opportunities with trade and professional
associations, consulting firms, non-profit organizations, and
corporations. It also enhances employment credentials for
independent consultants who manage conferences, conventions, or
trade shows. Offered in the fall semester.
COMM-135 Event Production
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: COMM 130 - Events Planning/Meeting
Management.
Event Production puts the theories taught in Events
Planning/Meeting Management into practice. Students produce an
event and manage budgets, timelines,menus,advertising, and all the
tasks related to event production. Course culminates with an event
produced for the students and faculty of the college. Events
Planning/Meeting Management is a survey course that anchors the
Events Planning/Meeting Management Certificate Program. This
course presents sound principles and practices for public relations
practitioners who plan and organize events, meetings, conferences,
or conventions and prepares students for employment opportunities
with trade and professional associations, consulting firms, nonprofit organizations, and corporations. It also enhances
employment credentials for independent consultants who manage
conferences, conventions, or trade shows.
COMM-201 Intercultural Communication (3,0) 3 Credits
Intercultural Communication explores communication theories
and skills within a cross-cultural context, particularly how different
cultures filter experience through their unique views of institutions,
conventions, time and space, verbal and non-verbal
communication. The course will also reinforce communication
skills needed today to participate effectively in the growing cultural
diversity of American society and the global community, especially
in business, education, and health care.
COMM-210 Introduction to Public Relations (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
Introduction to Public Relations examines issues, tasks, and
responsibilities of public relations practitioners in a variety of
professional settings (e.g., corporate, academic, government, nonprofit, trade association and union). The course covers theories and
foundations of public relations as well as contemporary practices of
public relations in North America. It also explores legal and ethical
issues facing professionals in the field of public relations today.
COMM-220 Introduction to Nonverbal
Communication
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: One of the following: COMM 101 - Speech,
COMM 110 - Interpersonal Communication or permission of
instructor.
Introduction to Nonverbal Communication is a course that
explores theories and types of nonverbal behavior in relation to the
overall communication process. Knowledge and practical skills
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will be gained through a diverse study of the different types of
nonverbal communication such as appearance, body movement,
haptics (touch), proxemics (space), chronemics (time),
paralanguage (voice), etc. Students will analyze the influence of
language, perceptions, social roles, physical environment, culture
and media on the nonverbal communication process. Content of
the course will help students become more competent
communicators with other individuals and groups.
COMM-251 Writing for the Media
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
Writing for the Media introduces students to the basics of
screenwriting for film/video, copywriting for advertising, writing
for the web, and treatments for other interactive applications. The
course focuses on the development of scripts and storyboards in
planning effective Interactive Communication and Entertainment
(ICE) packages. The course encourages creative writing intended
for production. Areas covered will include beginning preparation,
structure, script format, treatment, characterization and visual
dynamics.
COMM-252 Digital Portfolio Development (1,1) 1 Credits
Prerequisites: ARTS 261 - Light, Optics & Sound and ARTS 268 Advanced Video Production: Narrative & Documentary.
This course is designed to help prepare students majoring in
Digital Media/Film Studies to successfully transfer to a B.A. or
B.S. program in Television Production or Communication. The
course will cover topics such as critical thinking in digital
media/film, career options, resume and portfolio preparation for
transfer, and identification of appropriate transfer colleges.
COMM-254 Introduction to Print, Broadcast and
Electronic News Reporting
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: English 111 - English I.
Introduction to Print, Broadcast, and Electronic News Reporting
examines how newspapers, magazines, television, and electronic
media gather and deliver the news. It also explores factors that
affect news reporting and presentation, ethical issues related to
news reporting, and news value. Students learn interviewing skills,
how to write in news style, and how to write various types of news
stories. These skills are essential in traditional print and broadcast
media as well as in modes of electronic bulletin boards, and the
Internet. Through lectures, discussions, videotapes, and guest
speakers, students learn about the role and responsibilities of news
reporters in major news media.
COMM-255 Feature Writing for Print
& Broadcast Media
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
Feature Writing for Print & Broadcast Media examines feature
articles in newspapers, magazines, and television and Internet news
presentations in order to illustrate key principles and elements of
good feature writing. Students will write and critique their own
feature articles and sharpen interviewing and researching skills
necessary for successful feature writing. Through lectures,
discussions, videotapes, and guest speakers students will learn
about ways to have their articles published and to explore career
opportunities as feature writers.
COMM-284 News Production for the Web (2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite:ONE of the following: COMM 254 - Introduction to
Print, Broadcast, and Electronic New Reporting, COMM 251 Writing for the Media, COMM 255 - Feature Writing for Print &
Broadcast Media, ARTS 246 - Graphic Design I, ARTS 212 Photography I, ARTS 267 - Introduction to Video Production,
ARTS 274 - Web Design, BUSI 111 - Introduction to Business
Administration.
Students from various disciplines collaborate to produce the
college's student news website, The Record. Students can register
for this course to receive Communication, Arts or Business credit.
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Students gain practical experience in the responsibilities of real
world website creation and maintenance. Many assignments reflect
a student's chosen discipline, but students in all areas also study the
fundamentals of news production as a whole. Areas to be covered
include news, features, sports and opinion writing, interviewing,
photography, art/illustration,graphic design/ layout, web
development,
video
production
and
streaming,
business/advertising management, promotion, and basic principles
of media law and ethics. Emphasis will be placed on understanding
how the various components work together, on the roles and
responsibilities of new media in community, and on collaborating
to publish the multimedia website.
COMM-291 Independent Study/Cooperative
Digital
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ARTS 267 - Introduction to Video Production.
This course integrates classroom study with the preparation and
submission of a final digital multimedia project (independent
study) or practical work experience (internship) where the student
is employed as a production assistant or other applicable position
for approximately 20 hours per week at a firm producing digital
communications or entertainment.
COMM-292 Communication/Speech
Cooperative Education I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See Department
Co-op Coordinator.
Cooperative Education is the integration of classroom study with
specific planned periods of learning through employment to gain
practical experience. The course utilizes a seminar approach with
performance based activities and individual student objectives
which are job related and employer evaluated.
COMM-293 Communication/Speech
Cooperative Education II
(3,0) 3 Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See Department
Co-op Coordinator.
Cooperative Education is the integration of classroom study with
specific planned periods of learning through employment to gain
practical experience. The course utilizes a seminar approach with
performance based activities and individual student objectives
which are job related and employer evaluated.
COMM-294 Communication/Speech
Cooperative Education III
(1,0) 1 Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See Department
Co-op Coordinator.
A cooperative work experience in which a student is employed in
the industry for approximately 20 hours a week. Each semester that
a student is enrolled in a Cooperative Education Program, it is
necessary that the college help the student determine what new or
expanded responsibilities or learning opportunities are possible on
his/her job. These objectives enable the college to determine the
value of the student's work experience. These objectives should be
specific and measureable. They will be reviewed with the Faculty
Co-op Coordinator and the supervisor for validity and evaluated for
relative value. At the end of the semester the student and supervisor
will be asked to evaluate the level of attainment of each objective.
COMPUTER INFORMATION
SYSTEMS
CISY-102
Computer Literacy
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: Recommend students know how to type.
A computer literate person is referred to as one who understands
how computers work, uses them, and identifies the role of
computers in society. Students should have a basic understanding
of computers and how to access information on the World Wide
Web. Emphasis is placed on the application of microcomputers; the
use of productivity software (word processing, spreadsheet
management, presentation management, and data base
management, search tools, and multimedia) to gather, analyze, and
present information; and the social, ethical, and privacy aspects of
the impact of computers on society. Students may not enroll for
credit in this course if they have earned credit for a higher level
computer science course. Open lab time required.
CISY-103
Computer Concepts
& Programming
(3,2) 4 Credits
Corequisite: MATH 020 - Elementary Algebra or proficiency as
evidenced by placement test.
This course is designed for students majoring in Computer
Information Systems. An overview of information processing
including computer applications, algorithms, documentation, and
analysis of problems for computer solutions is presented. Topics
include computer hardware and software, data representation and
organization, programming in JAVA, a survey of computer
languages, and computer systems design concepts.
CISY-105
Foundations of Computer Science
(3,2) 4
Credits
Corequisite: MATH 113 - Precalculus II or MATH 114H Precalculus Honors.
This is the first course in Computer Science for transfer students.
The programming language Java will be taught in conjunction with
problem solving methods, algorithm development, and objectoriented design. Topics include data types, control structures,
classes, objects, methods, file processing, recursion and
introduction to data structures.
CISY-106
Fundamentals of Game Design (2,2) 3 Credits
Designing a successful video game is a complex, mammoth
endeavor requiring creativity, organization, and managerial skills.
Game design requires insight into how the human mind works
when immersed in the world of play. Specific design rules must be
considered to ensure the gaming experience is seamless and
enjoyable for both the casual and serious gamer.
CISY-113
Desktop Computer
Hardware & Software
(2,2) 3 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the infrastructure
components of desktop computers and their application to business
problems. A study of current hardware and operating environments
is presented. The course also covers basic troubleshooting methods
and systems administration tasks. Offered in the fall semester
CISY-114
Interactive Multimedia I
(2,2) 3 Credits
Multimedia teaches the principles and application of effective
interactive communication in a multimedia environment. Topics
include multimedia building blocks hardware, software, and
emerging technologies. Students focus on the final assembly and
optimization of various media formats prepared for authoring
consumption and presenting that content in linear and hierarchical
navigation systems. Media formats include text, graphics,
animation, sound, and video. Students will study concepts related to
the design, development, management, usability, and distribution.
CISY-122
Introduction to Information
Systems
(2,2) 3 Credits
Designed for non-computer science majors, this course focuses
on the concept, design, and development of various Information
Systems. Emphasis is placed on understanding how Information
Systems help various disciplines as well as on the use of
productivity software (word processing, spreadsheet management,
presentation management, and data base management, search tools,
and multimedia) to gather, analyze, organize, and present
information, and on the social, ethical, and privacy aspects of the
impact of computers on society.
CISY-125
Programming for
Business Majors
(1,1) 1 Credits
Corequisite: CISY 122 -Introduction to Information Systems or
equivalent experience.
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This course fulfills the computer-programming requirement for
business majors intending to transfer to Rutgers University. In this
course students learn concepts of programming using a high level
programming language such as Java or JavaScript. Topics covered
include algorithms, flowcharts, pseudocodes, control structures,
loops, functions, subprograms, and arrays.
CISY-132
Systems Analysis & Design
(2,2) 3 Credits
Corequisite: CISY 103 - Computer Concepts & Programming or
CISY 122 - Introduction to Information Systems.
The course is structured so that the student develops a basic
understanding of today's business system's problems and
experience in using proven techniques to solve them. The course
stresses practical, goal-oriented systems analysis design and
documentation while emphasizing human relations and
communications skills critical to the success of the system
professional. Includes record design, form design, documentation
and systems development and the preparation of a comprehensive
systems proposal.
CISY-162
Introduction to E-Commerce
Technology
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 103 - Computer Concepts & Programming or
permission of instructor.
This introductory course examines current developments in
electronic commerce from the perspective of information
technology. Topics such as networking concepts, network security,
e-commerce infrastructure are studied. Upon successful
completion of this course, students will be able to understand the
technology needed to implement a simple e-commerce system.
CISY-208
Interactive Multimedia II
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 114 - Interactive Multimedia I.
Students learn the interactive authoring production process for
developing applications that are data driven and require
dynamically loaded external media content including text,
animations, digital video, digital graphics, sound and data. Students
begin to work with authoring scripting languages by adapting
existing template scripts. Projects are aimed to demonstrate types
of dynamic solutions more typically expected in the interactive
media field versus standalone manually maintained applications.
Students will learn to implement and discern the difference
between progressive and streamed audio and video.
CISY-210
Project Management
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 132 - Systems Analysis & Design.
Corequisite: CISY 103 - Computer Concepts & Programming or
CISY 122 - Introduction to Information Systems.
The course will provide students with the knowledge and skills
necessary to plan, organize and control an information systems
project. It will introduce the student to basic project management
concepts and reinforce those concepts through the use of automated
project management software.
CISY-211
Systems Development
& Implementation
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 132 - Systems Analysis and Design and a
Programming Language.
Definition of Systems Design and Implementation process.
State-of-the-art techniques and documentation are emphasized.
Students produce a subset of a system on the college computers or
other available computer systems. Design, development and testing
of the system are included. Offered in the spring semester.
CISY-217
Operating Systems
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 103 - Computer Concepts & Programming or
equivalent experience or training.
Operating Systems introduces the student to the fundamental
concepts and facilities of the system software which manages all
computers. Topics include: memory management, process
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management, processor management, process synchronization and
coordination, device management, the user interface, security and
administration. Students will learn operating systems concepts and
theories and apply them to commercial operating systems.
CISY-219
Networking Essentials
(3,1) 3 Credits
Prerequisite/Corequisite: CISY 103 - Computer Concepts &
Programming or CISY 125 - Programming for Business Majors
or equivalent experience (requires permission of the instructor).
This course introduces the student to basic concepts and
operations of computer networks. The types of networks covered
are LANs, WANs, Internet, and Intranet. The methodologies
covered include Ethernet, Token Ring, ATM, FDDI, SONET, and
Frame Relay. The various network protocols covered include
TCP/IP, SMTP, SNMP and PPP. Particular attention is paid to the
OSI Model of Communications which is used throughout the
course to relate all topics to interoperability and interconnection of
systems in an Open Architecture. Major vendor hardware and
software in Networking are reviewed. The concepts of Network
Ethics are introduced.
CISY-224
Introduction to Visual
Basic.NET
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 103 - Computer Concepts & Programming.
In this introductory course, students will learn how to create
event driven, Windows based applications using the Visual
Basic.NET programming language. Hands on laboratory exercises
are emphasized.
CISY-225
Web Page Development I
(2,2) 3 Credits
This course introduces the student to publishing on the Internet
using the Hypertext Markup Language HTML. Students will learn
the knowledge and skills necessary to design and develop Web sites
using standard Web development tools. The course will cover the
fundamentals of Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) syntax and
layout, creating effective Web pages, designing the presentation
and coherent organization of Web pages. The course will also cover
frames, tables, forms, and an introduction to JavaScript. The course
will also introduce students to Cascading Style Sheets used in Web
authoring tools necessary for successful web design.
CISY-227
Extensible Markup
Language (XML)
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 225 - Web Page Development I.
Extensible Markup Language (XML) is a user-friendly version
of Standard Generalized Markup Language (SGML). It gives
developers the ability to create and manipulate their own tags and
works smoothly with Cascading Style Sheets to allow developers
to create pages that are as elegantly presented as they are
structured. The topics covered in the course include basic XML,
Document Type Definition, XML objects, XML linking,
processing XML, styling XML with CSS, rendering XML with
XSL, event-driven programming, and programming with
Document Object Model.
CISY-229
Information Security
Fundamentals
(2,2) 3 Credits
Corequisite: CISY 253 - Advanced Computer Networking.
This course introduces the student to fundamental computer
security concepts. These concepts are presented using the
framework of the CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security
Professional) ten domains of security which will help prepare the
student for the CISSP certification examination. This course
introduces students to the application of information security
principles in supporting IT architectures, management and data
protection. The use of exercises based on real-world situations
reinforces what is learned in the classroom. Students learn to
implement security solutions which balance the demands of
technology, processes, policies, budgets, and the workplace
environment. Offered in the fall semester.
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CISY-232
Internet & Web Architecture (2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 225 - Web Page Development I.
Students gain an appreciation for the architectural factors that a
Web Manager must consider when implementing Web servers and
services accessible on the Internet. This course discusses relevant
aspects of the Internet architecture including the Domain Name
System, how to obtain domain names IP addresses, access
technologies, and TCP/IP. Web Servers, including Operating
Systems, Server Software and Services, Security Services, and
Server Performance are also covered in detail.
CISY-233
Relational Database
& Web Applications
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: CISY 225 - Web Page Development I & CIS
Programming Elective.
This course is an introduction to the use of relational databases
on the World Wide Web. Topics covered will be relational database
design, database connectivity and manipulation. Students will
work with a server-side tool to build and query databases using
SQL. This course will add more power and functionality to Web
sites, add some database applications like a powerful shopping cart
or a fun quiz game. A major emphasis of the course is SQL and
how to utilize it to build, manipulate and create output from a
database. Toward the end of the course, students will have an
opportunity to work with SQL to create output from a database to
a web page.
CISY-235
Microsoft.NET Framework
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 224 - Introduction to Visual Basic.NET or
instructor's permission.
This course introduces students to the backbone of .NET, its
common language runtime and class libraries. Students will learn
how to create reusable, extensible classes using Visual Basic.NET.
Object oriented programming concepts will be emphasized
throughout the course.
CISY-237
UNIX AND Linux
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 103 - Computer Concepts & Programming or
CISY 105 - Foundations of Computer Science or CISY 125 Programming for Business Majors, or equivalent experience or
training.
This course introduces the student to concepts and features of the
UNIX and Linux Operating Systems. Topics include directory and
file structures, file management, I/0 redirection, regular
expressions, and the shell command language. Emphasis is placed
on the development of shell scripts to management data files and
automate administrative tasks. Students will write programs and
procedures using the shell.
CISY-238
C Programming
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 103 - Computer Concepts & Programming, or
equivalent experience or training.
This course introduces the student to the concepts and features of
the C programming language. The course emphasizes the creation
of programs. Students will become familiar with the fundamental
data types in C, program logic and flow statements, functions, and
pointers. This course provides a good foundation for students
wishing to learn C++. Offered in the fall semester.
CISY-242
Object Oriented Programming (2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 105 - Foundations of Computer Science or
CISY 103 - Computer Concepts & Programming and CISY 106 Fundamentals of Game Design.
Building on the ideas covered in both CISY 103 Computer
Concepts and Programming and CISY 105 Foundations of
Computer Science, this course introduces the student to the
concepts and features of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP).
Course topics include encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism,
classes and objects, arrays, abstract classes and methods, message
passing and unit testing. Students will write programs using one of
the dominant object oriented languages in use such as, but not
limited to, Java, C# or C++. Offered in the spring semester.
CISY-244
JavaScript
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: CISY 225 - Web Page Development and CISY 238 C Programming or CISY 242 - Object Oriented Programming.
JavaScript is an easy-to-use object scripting language designed
for creating live online applications that link together objects and
resources of both clients and servers. This course helps students
acquire a solid foundation in JavaScript scripting skills. The topics
covered include JavaScript architecture, JavaScript language,
client-side & server-side JavaScripting language, objects, methods,
and properties. Offered in the fall semester.
CISY-249
Java
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 103 - Computer Concepts & Programming,
CISY 238 - C Programming or CISY 242 - Object Oriented
Programming.
Java is a platform-neutral, object-oriented, and secure
programming language for creating interactive content on the
World Wide Web (WWW). This course covers Java "applets" into
their Hyper Text Markup Language (HTML) pages as well as write
their own. Students also learn to write Java applets and standalone
applications, native libraries, and content/protocol handlers for
extending WWW browsers.
CISY-253
Advanced Computer Networking (2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 219 - Networking Essentials or equivalent
experience (requires permission of the Instructor).
This course builds on the foundations of modern communication
networks covered in CISY 219 - Networking Essentials. The
principle focus of this course is on the TCP/IP family of network
protocols as they apply to all types of networks including LANs,
WANs, and the Internet. Particular attention is directed towards the
functions of the TCP/IP Protocols, the makeup of network
datagrams for each protocol and the inter-dependencies of all
protocols for successful communication. The topics of Network
Security, IP Routing and Network Management are introduced.
Offered in the spring semester.
CISY-254
Data Structures
(3,2) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 105 - Foundations of Computer Science or
CISY 242 - Object Oriented Programming.
This course introduces students to the fundamental data structures
used in Computer Science. The data structures covered include
linked lists, doubly linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, and graphs.
Algorithms that manipulate these data structures are discussed and
used in laboratory work. Students are introduced to the run-time
analysis of algorithms and basic algorithms for searching and
sorting. The Honors Option is available for this course.
CISY-256
Computer Architecture
& Assembly Language
(3,2) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 254 - Data Structures & MATH 151 - Calculus
I or equivalent.
This course is the third in the sequence for students in Computer
Science planning to transfer to a four-year-college. It may also be
taken as a free elective by interested students with sufficient
background. This course focuses on the components of a computer
that describe it's architecture: storage, the central processing unit,
the instruction set and addressing modes. The course also examines
the way these components are interconnected and the nature of the
information flow between them. Students will use Assembly
language to reinforce these concepts. Offered in the spring
semester.
CISY-257
Advanced Java
Prerequisite: CISY 249 - Java.
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(2,2) 3 Credits
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Advanced Java is a follow-up to the Java course. This course
explores Java's Distributed Applications features. It covers a wide
range of networking options, including Java-sockets, Interface
Definition Language (IDL), Remote Method Invocation (RMI),
Java Database Connectivity (JDBC), Event Mechanisms, Java
Beans, Java Jeeves (servlets).
CISY-258
Network Planning
and Administration
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 219 - Networking Essentials with a grade of C
or better.
This course provides instructions on (1) top down networking
design and (2) Network Server Administration. Students learn a
systematic approach to network design, implementation, testing
and documentation. Students also learn and gain hands on
experience in network server management principles through the
use of the current Windows Server Operating System.
CISY-260
Active Server Pages.NET
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: CISY 224 - Introduction to Visual Basic.NET and
CISY 225 - Web Page Development. Prerequisites can be waived
through instructor permission if student has sufficient .NET and
Web design experience.
Active Server Pages.NET (ASP.NET) allows students to build
Web pages dynamically, access databases easily, and build secure
commercial applications for use over the Internet. The topics
covered in the course include ASP.NET basic concepts, form
processing, and database access. Visual Basic.NET is the
programming language that will be used throughout the course.
CISY-261
Microcomputer Applications (2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 122 - Introduction to Information Systems.
Applications of microcomputer software to solving problems.
The software packages studied are text processing, spreadsheet,
database and graphics. Students will acquire "hands on" experience
in the use and application of the packages using the state-of-the art
microcomputers.
CISY-262
Advanced Active
Server Pages.NET
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 260 - Active Server Pages.NET or permission
of the Instructor.
This course explores advanced topics in Active Server
Pages.NET. Students will learn how to incorporate caching and
performance tuning into ASP.NET applications, consume Web
services, and design custom controls.
CISY-263 Microsoft.NET Security
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 260 - Active Server Pages.NET. Prerequisite
can be waived through instructor permission if student has
sufficient .NET Web programming experience.
Microsoft has addressed the issue of security by including
relevant classes into the .NET Framework. Students completing
this course will learn how to create programs that take full
advantage of the new built-in security measures.
CISY-265
Introduction to C #.NET
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 103 - Computer Concepts and Programming
or Instructor's permission.
In this introductory course, students learn the syntax of the C#
programming language, its similarities and differences to Visual
Basic.NET, and its object oriented features. Hands on laboratory
exercises are emphasized.
CISY-266
Microsoft.NET Databases
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: CISY 224 - Introduction to Visual Basic.NET, CISY
260 - Active Server Pages. NET, or permission of instructor.
This course will instruct students on how to create database
driven, Windows and Web based applications using the Visual
Basic.NET programming language. The applications will
communicate with both Access and SQL Server databases using
ADO.NET, Microsoft's latest data access technology.
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CISY-267
Programming for
Game Developers
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: CISY 106 - Fundamentals of Game Design, CISY
242 - Object Oriented Programming.
This course focuses on game development using the Torque
game engine and TorqueScript. Once students are comfortable
using Torque, direct calls to OpenGl classes will be utilized to
create more complex games. Object Oriented Programming will be
used in this course. Offered in the fall semester.
CISY-268
Web Page Development II
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 225 - Web Page Development I.
This course expands the horizons of the web page to fully utilize
all functionality provided by the browser. The student will develop
and implement complex page designs. Students will learn how to
design a site to meet the communication need of the client.
Covering design for usability and esthetics and advance HTML.
This course will introduce Cascading Style Sheets, forms, CGI,
DHTML, SHTML, and more advanced JavaScript to allow
students to fully understand the separation of design, structure and
content in web page development. Students will learn the
knowledge and skills necessary to design and develop Web sites
using standard Web development tools, and will learn to design for
mobile communication devices. Offered in the fall semester.
CISY-270
Introduction to Cisco Networking (2,2) 3 Credits
This course is the first of four 7 1/2 week courses in a program
called the Cisco Networking Academy, which is a partnership
between RVCC and the Cisco Corporation. This first course covers
the basics of modern data communication networks including the
OSI Model and TCP/IP open protocols. Students will have hands
on experience including, but not limited to, Network Operating
System Installation and Configuration, Cable construction and
Testing, Basic LAN design and implementation in a laboratory
environment. Offered in the fall semester.
CISY-271
Intermediate Cisco Networking (2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 270 - Introduction to Cisco Networking.
This course is the second of four 7 1/2 week courses in a program
called the Cisco Networking Academy, which is a partnership
between RVCC and the Cisco Corporation. This second course
covers Networking Protocols, especially Routing and Router
Protocols and the basics of Cisco Router Configuration and
Operating System. Students will have hands on experience
including basic WAN design and implementation in a Laboratory
environment including the configuration of several routers in
tandem which simulate a T1 WAN. Offered in the fall semester.
CISY-272
Advanced Cisco Networking I (2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 271 - Intermediate Cisco Networking .
This course is the third of four semesters in a program called the
Cisco Academy, which is a partnership between RVCC and the
Cisco Corporation. This third course covers Classless Routing
Protocols, OSPF and EIGRP Routing Protocols, Switch
Configuration, LAN switching, Virtual LAN's and VLAN
trunking. Students will have hands on experience including Basic
Router and Switch Configuration in a standalone Laboratory
environment. Offered in the spring semester.
CISY-273
Advanced Cisco Networking II (2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 272 - Advanced Cisco Networking I.
This course is the fourth and final semester in a program called
the Cisco Academy, which is a partnership between RVCC and the
Cisco Corporation. This fourth course covers Wide Area Network
Design considerations in-depth, PPP, ISDN, Frame Relay, and a
final review of all four courses in preparation for students
considering the CCNA exam. Students will have hands-on
experience including Basic Router and Switch Configuration in a
standalone Laboratory environment. Offered in the spring
semester.
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CISY-274
Privacy, Ethics and
Computer Forensics
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 020 - Elementary Algebra or satisfactory
score on placement test.
This course provides the student with an understanding of
security issues pertaining to privacy and ethics, as well as
instruction and practice of forensics skills. Students perform handson exercises using the UNIX, Linux, and Windows operating
system, including evidence collection and forensics activities at
various levels including technical and process-oriented exercises.
Students learn how to collect, catalog, sort, analyze and organize
evidence. In addition, students learn how to package and present
their findings to legal and law enforcement agencies with special
consideration given to privacy issues and ethics. Offered in the
spring semester.
CISY-275
UNIX & Linux
Security Management
(2,2) 3 Credits
Corequisites: CISY 253 - Advanced Computer Networking and
CISY 229 - Information Security Fundamentals.
This course provides the student with an understanding of the
security issues pertaining to the UNIX and Linux operating
systems. Hands-on exercises performing actual operating system
management reinforces what is learned in the classroom. Students
learn how to implement a secure UNIX environment and to
monitor and maintain the network to protect from internal and
external threats.
CISY-276
Windows Security Management(2,2) 3 Credits
Corequisites: CISY 229 - Information Security Fundamentals and
CISY 253 - Advanced Computer Networking.
This course provides the student with an understanding of the
security issues pertaining to the Windows operating system.
Hands-on exercises performing actual operating system
management reinforce what is learned in the classroom. Students
learn how to implement a secure Windows environment and to
monitor and maintain the network to protect from internal and
external threats.
CISY-285
Database Development & Design (2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 132 - Systems Analysis and Design.
This course will provide the student with an overview of basic
types of commercially offered data base systems. It will cover the
objectives associated with good database design. The student will
have the opportunity to implement a functioning data base system
using a relational data base. This course will stress the practical
aspects of data base design, implementation and maintenance.
CISY-286
Introduction to Oracle:
SQL & PL/SQL
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 285 - Database Development & Design or
permission of instructor.
In this introductory Oracle course, students will be introduced to
SQL and PL/SQL functions. They will learn how to create and
maintain database objects and how to store, retrieve, and
manipulate data. In addition, students will also learn how to create
PL/SQL blocks of application code that can be shared by multiple
forms, reports, and data management applications. Offered in the
fall semester.
CISY-288
Oracle: Advanced PL/SQL
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 286 - Introduction to Oracle: PL/SQL or
permission of instructor.
In this course students learn to use the advanced features of
PL/SQL to design and interface with the database and other
applications. Using advanced features of packages, cursors,
extended interface methods, Oracle-supplied packages, tuning
considerations and advanced object types, students learn the
benefits of PL/SQL's powerful extended functionality. Offered in
the spring semester.
CISY-289
Microsoft SQL Server
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: Any Programming Course.
SQL Server 2005 is Microsoft's enterprise database server. In this
hands-on course, students acquire an overview of SQL server 2005
and learn how to exploit its capabilities. Students learn the basics of
how a relational database works and how to manage SQL server
2005 with graphical tools and wizards.
CISY-290
Advanced Game Design
and Development
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: CISY 267 - Programming for Game Developers or
ARTS 277 - Game Audio and Video.
It takes a variety of talented artists/programmers to create a
successful video game. However, an experienced, capable project
manager is required to ensure that quality is not sacrificed and the
project stays on schedule. In this course, students will act as both
designer/developer as well as project manager to become familiar
with the variety of jobs available in the gaming profession. Offered
in the spring semester.
CISY-291
Interactive Multimedia
Programming
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 208 - Interactive Multimedia II or any CIS
Programming Elective or permission of instructor.
Students master the Flash scripting language and User Interface
(UI) library for the course's authoring software. The focus is on
creating data driven UI applications where data comes into the
applications and media elements such as animations, text, user
interfaces are created dynamically from the scripting. Standard UI
components such as buttons, menus, lists and drop downs are
explored. Additionally, interactive programming skills needed to
build applications such as games, product simulations,
advertisements and more are covered.
CISY-292
Computer Science
Cooperative Education I
(1,2) 3 Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See Department
Co-op Coordinator.
A cooperative work experience in which the student is employed
in the industry for approximately 20 hours a week. The
responsibilities of the work increase as the student advances in
related college studies during the sophomore year.
CISY-293
Computer Science
Cooperative Education II
(1,2) 3 Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See Faculty Coop Coordinator.
A cooperative work experience in which the student is employed
in the industry for approximately 20 hours a week. Each semester
that a student is enrolled in a Cooperative Education Program, it is
necessary that the college help the student determine what new or
expanded responsibilities or learning opportunities are possible on
his/her job. These objectives enable the college to determine the
learning value of the student's work experience. These objectives
must be specific and measurable. They will be reviewed with the
Faculty Co-op Coordinator and the supervisor for validity and
evaluated for relative value. At the end of the semester, the student
and supervisor will be asked to evaluate the level of attainment of
each objective.
CISY-294
Oracle: Database Administration
Fundamentals I
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 286 - Introduction to Oracle: SQL & PL/SQL.
This course is designed to give future Oracle database
administrators (DBAs) a firm foundation in basic database
administrative tasks. Students will gain a conceptual understanding
of the Oracle database architecture and how the architectural
structures work and interact with one another. Students will also
learn how to create an operational database and properly manage
the various structures in an effective and efficient manner in order
to have a well-designed and operational database. Offered in the
spring semester.
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CISY-295
Computer Science
Cooperative Education III
(3,0) 3 Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See Department
Co-op Coordinator.
A cooperative work experience in which the student is employed
in the industry for approximately 20 hours a week. The
responsibilities of the work increase as the student advances in
related college studies during the sophomore year.
CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
CNTC-100 Construction Blueprint Reading (3,0) 2 Credits
This course is designed to familiarize the student with the
interpretation of drawings used in the construction industry. The
course content will cover residential, commercial, and heavy
construction. Fundamentals of construction materials and
procedures, essential construction mathematics, the use of
architectural & engineering scales, and basic material quantity
determinations will be presented.
CNTC-101
Construction Materials
& Procedures I
(3,0) 3 Credits
This is primarily a residential construction course. Site
investigations, plot plans, permitting requirements and grading, as
well as foundations through roofing details of conventional
framing and finishing systems are studied.
CNTC-102
Design, Placement &
Testing of Concrete
(2,2) 3 Credits
This course covers the principles of mix design, placement and
testing of portland cement concrete. Field and laboratory testing of
concrete and aggregates are performed by the students following
current industry standards. A field trip to a concrete batch plant is
planned.
CNTC-104 Architectural CAD Drawing (1,4) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ESTC 110 - Computer Aided Drafting I.
Construction related applications of computer aided drafting are
presented and practiced in detail with emphasis on preparing a
complete set of residential drawings.
CNTC-106 Surveying I
(1,3) 2 Credits
Introduction to surveying and the theory of measurements and
errors. Lecture and laboratory stresses preparation of field notes,
care and use of equipment, linear measurements, leveling, angle
measurements, topographic and construction surveys and deed
descriptions.
CNTC-205
Construction Materials
& Procedures II
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course is designed to explore the basic principles of heavy
construction. Site investigation, use of heavy equipment,
foundations, structural frames, and industrial roof systems are
typical of the topics investigated.
CNTC-207 Surveying II
(1,3) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: CNTC 106 - Surveying I.
This course covers the more advanced surveying operations
including traverses, electronics distance measuring,
photogrammetry, horizontal and vertical curves, earthwork
calculations, plane coordinate systems and legal aspects of
surveying.
CNTC-212 Soils & Foundations
(2,2) 3 Credits
The study of soil as a construction material. Identification and
classification, geologic origins, physical properties, bearing
capacity, and settlement are studied. Common field and laboratory
soil tests are performed by the students.
CNTC-213
Construction Quantity
Estimating
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: CNTC 205 - Construction Materials & Procedures
II and MATH 020 - Elementary Algebra.
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This course prepares the student to perform detailed and accurate
quantity estimates of the materials used in the construction of
typical residential and light construction projects. Computer
estimating methods are used to prepare final presentations.
CNTC-215
Construction Planning
& Scheduling
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CNTC 213 - Construction Quantity Estimating.
Fundamentals of construction management, and contract
administration. Bar chart, Critical Path Method, and computer
scheduling techniques are presented and practiced.
CNTC-216 Civil Engineering Drawing
(2,4) 4 Credits
Prerequisites: CNTC 104 - Architectural CAD Drawing and
CNTC 205 - Construction Materials & Procedures II.
Corequisite: CNTC 106 - Surveying I.
This course covers the understanding and preparation of
Civil/Site Engineering drawing using computer aided drafting
techniques. Topics include boundary and topographic maps, utility
plans and profiles, zoning regulations and site plans.
CNTC-217
Construction Technology Project
Cooperative Education
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: Approval of Instructor/Coordinator.
Each student is required to design an approved constructionrelated project. A full set of drawings, specifications, product
literature, cost estimate, contract, and projected schedule are
typical requirements for the completed project. Cooperative
Education or work study may be accepted to meet the requirements
of the Construction Technology Project course. Arrangements must
be made with the cooperative education faculty coordinator prior to
registration.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
CRMJ-101 Introduction to Criminal Justice (3,0) 3 Credits
This course surveys the adjudication process through an
examination of the police, courts, and corrections. Explores indepth the mechanics of the criminal justice system and its inherent
problems. Current efforts to improve the justice process are also
reviewed.
CRMJ-120
Introduction to Homeland Security
& Emergency Management
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course examines emergency management laws and
directives, the integrated emergency management system, and the
role of the emergency management coordinator. The course
focuses primarily on the politics, policies and programs relating to
how we manage environmental and technological hazards, and the
disasters they cause, through examination of actual case studies
throughout the United States. Students who successfully complete
this course will be prepared to take the final examination for IS-1
certification from the Federal Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA).
CRMJ-121
Crisis Communication for Emergency
Response Personnel
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course examines the need for emergency managers to
convey information to a broad audience that includes public and
private sector organizations, the media, co-responders, and disaster
victims. Even during non-emergency situations, emergency
managers need to rely on strong communication and interpersonal
skills to coordinate with staff and to promote safety awareness.
Specific emphasis is placed on the ability to effectively
communicate during emergency/crisis situations. Students who
successfully complete this course will be prepared to take the final
examination for IS-242 certification from the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA).
CRMJ-122 Domestic Preparedness
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course offers a basic understanding of the environment of
domestic preparedness. It focuses on the operations, organization
and management concepts of public safety for communities, and
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surveys the functions and roles of public safety services that
safeguard a community. It evaluates the methods and strategies for
identifying needs, planning for emergency events, and reducing
risk associated with potential hazards. It explores tactical planning
for emergency events, coordination of emergency services and
deployment and utilization of resources. The course examines the
range of techniques for improving the level of domestic
preparedness of a community. Actual events and case studies of
current issues in the public safety sector regarding domestic
preparedness will be analyzed. Offered in the fall semester.
CRMJ-125
Introduction to Arson
Investigation
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course examines theories of fire investigation and the role of
the fire investigator. The methodology of fire investigation,
motives of arsonists, fuels, incendiary fires explosions and auto
fires, will be discussed, as will the formulation and testing of a
hypothesis with regard to the origin and methodology utilized by
fire. Students will develop the basic knowledge of the methodology
utilized by fire investigators. Offered in the spring semester.
CRMJ-131 Police and the Community
(3,0) 3 Credits
Students will analyze aspects of law and police customs that
affect the law enforcement profession. This course examines police
subculture with emphasis on minority relations, civil unrest and
community relations.
CRMJ-140 Introduction to Private Security (3,0) 3 Credits
Students will obtain an understanding of how private security is
an integral part of criminal justice. Students will learn how to
design and implement a successful security program that includes
affective loss prevention. Emphasis will be placed in creating
relations with other organizations and private security's place in the
corporate structure. Offered in the spring semester.
CRMJ-201
Criminal Justice
Cooperative Education I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CRMJ 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice and
Cooperative Education Approval Form required. See Department
Co-op Coordinator.
Introductory experience in a component of the Criminal Justice
System for pre-service students. Participating organizations
include municipal police departments, county law enforcement
agencies and corrections facilities.
CRMJ-202
Criminal Justice
Cooperative Education II
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CRMJ 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice and
Cooperative Education Approval Form required. See Department
Co-op Coordinator.
Continued experience in an agency of the criminal justice
system.
CRMJ-203
Criminal Justice
Cooperative Education III
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CRMJ 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice and
Cooperative Education Approval Form required. See Department
Co-op Coordinator.
Continued experience in an agency of the criminal justice
system.
CRMJ-204
Women and Minorities in the
Criminal Justice System
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: SOCI 101 - Intro to Sociology or CRMJ 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice.
This course provides in-depth examination of changing social
values about gender and race, an analysis of crime, inequality and
justice, a survey of women and minorities in law enforcement, an
assessment of women and minorities as criminals and as victims,
and an investigation of the impact of race and gender in
adjudication and sentencing. Special topics such as hate crimes,
sexual crimes and domestic violence will be examined.
CRMJ-206
Terrorism, Intelligence
and Security Studies
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course examines terrorism and its threat to worldwide
security. Analysis will include the origins and ideology of terrorism,
religious extremism, international and domestic terrorist groups as
well as the political issues which motivate nation states to sponsor
and support terrorist groups. National strategies to combat and
defeat terrorism will be explored. Offered in the fall semester.
CRMJ-210
Police Organization
and Management
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CRMJ 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice.
This course examines the organizational framework, authority
structure and major functions of representative police agencies.
Analysis is made of the administrative problems of allocating
responsibility and support functions. The basics of administering a
police organization such as recruitment and selection of personnel,
career advancement, training, fiscal and planning operations and
auxiliary and staff functions are areas of special comment. This
course also explores the impact of socioeconomic, political and
technological realities on police organizations. Offered in the fall
semester.
CRMJ-211 Criminology
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course examines the nature and causes of crime and criminal
behavior, and characteristics of offenders. It studies specific
categories of crime to include white collar crime, organized crime,
victimless crime, and violent personal crime. Additional topics
include development of the criminal law and methods for
measuring crime.
CRMJ-212 Juvenile Delinquency
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course examines the juvenile system highlighting New
Jersey Law. It reviews the issues causing delinquency including
socio-economic factors, the family, the school, and other
institutions. This course will also contrast treatment of juvenile
offenders with those in the adult criminal justice system.
CRMJ-220 Incident Command System
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CRMJ 120 - Introduction to Emergency
Management.
This course examines the concepts and principles of the Incident
Command System (ICS), which is recognized as an effective
system for managing emergencies. The CIS has been adopted by
several states throughout the country as their standard for
emergency management. As the ICS gains wider use among law
enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services personnel, its
application is being studied by anyone who may be called upon to
function in an ICS environment. This course includes a large
number of scenarios, examples, and opportunities for students to
apply what they have learned. The National Incident Management
Systems (NIMS), which is a comprehensive, national approach to
incident management at all jurisdictional levels and across
functional disciplines, will also be examined. Students who
successfully complete this course will be prepared to take the final
examinations for IS-195 and IS-700 certification from the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
CRMJ-221
Leadership, Influence & Decision Making
for Emergency Operations
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CRMJ 120 - Introduction to Emergency
Management.
This course examines the leadership, influence, decision-making
and problem solving skills that are required of individuals involved
in emergency response situations. Specific emphasis is placed on
the ability to lead and motivate others, while making timely
decisions, during emergency/crisis situations. Students who
successfully complete this course will be prepared to take the final
examinations for IS-240 and IS-241 certification from the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Offered in the spring
semester.
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CRMJ-222
Disaster and Catastrophic
Emergency Operations
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CRMJ-120 - Introduction to Emergency
Management
This course examines emergency operations when dealing with
disasters. Based on current concepts of emergency management
that follow an all hazards approach, it will focus on management
of natural, accidental and intentional disasters. Emphasis is placed
on an organized and unified response of public safety, private and
volunteer agencies. It explores the principles and strategies of
crises and consequence management. It offers a basic
understanding of Federal, State, and local public safety services,
their functions, and responsibilities during disasters. Disaster scene
management will follow the structure of the Incident Command
System and the National Incident Management system.
Examination of realistic events and case studies will address
current and future trends directed to improve the effectiveness of
disaster response. Offered in the spring semester.
CRMJ-232 Criminal Law
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course is an in-depth analysis of the history and evolution
of criminal law and the complex adjudication process. Issues
relative to Supreme Court decisions involving search and seizure,
arrest and other methods that are utilized to secure evidence both
in the course of criminal investigations and incidental to an arrest
are examined. This course will also examine court procedures and
roles of the prosecutor and defense counsel. General criminal law
principles will be compared to the New Jersey Criminal Code,
Title 2C.
The course addresses a range of strategies and skills that are
required of planners to achieve a successful emergency response
planning process. The student learns the basics of generic
protective actions and the planning concepts supporting effective
protective action recommendations. The course covers the
milestones a planner must address when dealing with disasters in
future time and those that one should consider when planning for
implementing the emergency plan at the time of disaster impact.
CRMJ-260 Seminar in Law Enforcement (3,0) 3 Credits
Students will explore the complex world of serial killings by
providing a detailed account of cases; the myths surrounding serial
murderers and the reasons why they continue to kill; major
problems of investigating a serial murder and an analysis of various
law enforcement agencies who respond to a serial murder.
DANCE
DANC-101 Modern Dance I
(2,2) 3 Credits
This course provides a basis for students to understand and
develop a sense of body awareness and alignment, and helps
students release habitual and tension-producing patterns. Through
active participation students explore fundamental movement
principles and modern dance techniques. Structured improvisation
and choreography allow the students to manipulate abstract ideas,
and develop their creativity. Incorporated into this course are the
study of anatomy and the study of modern dance history. No
previous dance experience required. Students will be required to
provide appropriate dance attire.
CRMJ-233 Criminal Procedure
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course is a study of the structure, process and constitutional
provisions of both the law and practice of criminal procedure. The
law of criminal procedure concerns the balancing of the power of
the government to enforce the criminal laws without unduly
invading the liberty and privacy rights of individuals. The practice
of criminal procedure involves the application of abstract legal
principles to everyday police practices in handling real problems.
DANC-102 Modern Dance II
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: DANC - 101 Modern Dance I.
Modern Dance II is an intermediate level modern dance
technique class. Longer movement combinations and more
detailed spatial designs will be implemented in the center work and
across-the-floor phases. Structured improvisation and
choreography allow the student to manipulate abstract ideas, and
develop their creativity. Students will be required to provide
appropriate dance attire.
CRMJ-234 Criminal Investigation
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CRMJ 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice.
The course examines the entire process of a criminal
investigation from preliminary investigation to arrest and trial. The
fundamentals of criminal investigation, including investigation
responsibilities, identification of physical evidence, marking,
packaging and tagging of evidence, and preserving evidence are
examined. This course provides a sound method for reconstructing
a past event relative to crime based on three major sources of
information: people, physical evidence, and records.
DANC-105 Jazz Dance I
(1,2) 2 Credits
This course will focus on the fundamentals of jazz dance,
encompassing theatre dance, music video and other contemporary
dance styles. Through active participation in jazz technique,
students will learn the universal vocabulary of movement.
Emphasis will be placed on rhythmical movement patterns,
coordination and performance. No previous dance experience
required. Students will be required to provide appropriate dance
attire and shoes.
CRMJ-242
Theory and Practice
of Corrections
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course covers the history and philosophy of correctional
institutions and their operation. It examines how contemporary
society handles criminal offenders as well as methods of reducing
crime.
CRMJ-250 Probation and Parole
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course will introduce the student to the emerging discipline
of community corrections. This alternative has become an integral
resource to the American criminal justice system. Viable
alternatives to incarceration such as probation, parole, electronic
monitoring, house arrest, halfway houses, boot camp and other
community based programs are examined. Offered in the spring
semester.
CRMJ-251 Emergency Exercise and Design (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CRMJ 120 - Introduction to Homeland Security and
Emergency Management.
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DANC-106 Jazz Dance II
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: DANC - 105 Jazz Dance I.
Jazz Dance II is an intermediate level jazz technique class.
Longer combinations using more intricate and stylized movement
will be implemented in the center work and across- the-floor
phrases. Through active participation in jazz technique, students
will learn the universal vocabulary of jazz movement. Emphasis
will be placed on furthering the technical level of students in the
various forms of jazz dance; theatre dance, music video and other
contemporary dance styles. Students will be involved in creating a
jazz dance. Students will be required to provide appropriate dance
attire and shoes.
DANC-107 Ballet I
(1,2) 2 Credits
This course will focus on the fundamentals of ballet. Through
active participation in ballet technique classes, students will learn
the universal vocabulary of movement. Class will open with a
traditional ballet barre then proceed to center and across-the-floor
work. No previous dance experience required. Students will be
required to provide appropriate dance attire and shoes.
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DANC-108 Ballet II
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: DANC 107 - Ballet I.
Ballet II is an intermediate level ballet technique class. Longer
movement combinations and more intricate spatial designs will be
implemented in the center work and across-the-floor phases.
Students will be required to provide appropriate dance attire and
shoes.
DANC-109 Pilates
(0,2) 1 Credits
This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic and
intermediate mat Pilates' method of body conditioning. Pilates mat
work emphasizes core musculature as it applies to everyday
movement. The course will introduce a series of low impact
resistance-based conditioning exercises designed to develop core
strength, posture, breath control, body alignment and flexibility.
Benefits include balance, body awareness, relaxation, injury
prevention, stress reduction and increased self-confidence. No
previous movement experience required. Students should wear
comfortable clothing that gives a full range of motion, and must
provide their own mat.
DANC-110 Dance Appreciation
(3,0) 3 Credits
Dance Appreciation enables students to develop an awareness of
movement as an artistic medium and provides a frame of reference
from which to view and appreciate dance and dance performances.
The course asks the question, "What is Dance?" and "What do we
see when we view dance?" The course seeks answers which will
help the student gain an understanding and enjoyment of dance.
Students will be required to view a live dance performance.
DANC-120
Introduction to Laban
Movement Analysis
(2,2) 3 Credits
The focus of this course is to learn the basic theories and
principles of human movement developed by Rudolf Laban that
includes historical background, the theoretical frameworks of
Body, Shape, Effort, and Space, and Labanotation (a written
language for describing movement). This course will also include
an introduction to the work of Irmgard Bartenieff that focuses on
psychophysical connectivity to facilitate efficiency and
expressivity in movement. Material will be introduced through
observation, improvisation, exploration, composition, readings,
group discussions, and movement assignments as both a
methodology for observing/describing the structural and
qualitative aspects of human movement and a means of identifying
personal movement preferences in order to introduce a greater
range of functional and expressive movement. Students will be
required to provide appropriate dance attire. Offered in the fall
semester.
DANC-121 World Dance History
(3,0) 3 Credits
World Dance History introduces students to the dance practices
from the time of prehistoric peoples into the early part of the 20th
century. Emphasis will be placed on the dance relationship to
civilization and its cultural context. Students will explore dance
through a variety of media including lectures, slides, videos/DVDs,
readings, and by dancing themselves. The course also enables
students to develop an awareness of movement as an artistic
medium and provides a frame of reference from which to view and
appreciate dance and dance performances. Students will be
required to attend a live dance performance. Offered in the fall
semester.
DANC-122 Contemporary Dance History (3,0) 3 Credits
Contemporary Dance History will introduce the student to both a
broad cross-section of 20th century modern dance and ballet
through both description and analysis and current theories
contextualizing the study of those dance practices. The course will
enable students to develop an awareness of movement as an artistic
medium and provides a frame of reference from which to view and
appreciate dance and dance performances. Students will acquire a
visual vocabulary of historical and contemporary dance styles
through a variety of media including lectures, slides, videos, and by
dancing themselves. Students will be required to view a live dance
performance. Offered in the spring semester.
DANC-205 Dance Production I
(1,2) 1 Credits
Corequisite: Concurrent registration in a dance technique course.
This course provides credit for dance performance in college
dance productions. Dances choreographed by students are to be
performed in concert each semester. Dance Production I, II, III and
IV should be taken in sequence; different choreography will be
featured each semester. Students will be required to provide
appropriate dance attire and shoes.
DANC-206 Dance Production II
(1,2) 1 Credits
Co-requisite: Concurrent registration in a dance technique
course.
This course provides credit for dance performance in college
dance productions. Dances choreographed by students are to be
performed in concert each semester. Dance Production I, II, III and
IV should be taken in sequence; different choreography will be
featured each semester. Students will be required to provide
appropriate dance attire and shoes.
DANC-207 Dance Production III
(1,2) 1 Credits
Corequisite: Concurrent registration in a dance technique course.
This course provides credit for dance performance in college
dance productions. Dances choreographed by students are to be
performed in concert each semester. Dance Production I, II, III and
IV should be taken in sequence; different choreography will be
featured each semester. Students will be required to provide
appropriate dance attire and shoes.
DANC-208 Dance Production IV
(1,2) 1 Credits
Corequisite: Concurrent registration in a dance technique course.
This course provides credit for dance performance in college
dance productions. Dances choreographed by students are to be
performed in concert each semester. Dance Production I, II, III and
IV should be taken in sequence; different choreography will be
featured each semester. Students will be required to provide
appropriate dance attire and shoes.
DANC-210
Dance Composition
Improvisation
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: DANC 101 - Modern Dance I.
This course builds on the conceptual information introduced in
Modern Dance I. Improvisation is a process of spontaneous
decision-making based on knowledge of possibilities of movement,
rhythm, and spatial patterns, and requires adaptability and
cooperation with others. Improvisation studies will develop trust
and movement awareness. Composition is the art of making
dances. the elements of time, space/shape, and energy/quality will
be studied through assignments that emphasize analysis and
performance. Students will be required to provide appropriate
dance attire. Offered in the spring semester.
DANC-211 Modern Dance III
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: DANC 102 - Modern Dance II or Permission of
Instructor.
Modern Dance III is an advanced level modern dance technique
class. Through active participation students will continue to
improve their technical capabilities, master more advanced
movement patterns and develop their own personal movement
styles. Structured improvisation and choreography allow the
student to manipulate abstract ideas, and develop their creativity.
Students will be required to provide appropriate dance attire.
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DANC-212 Ballet III
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: DANC 108 - Ballet II.
Ballet III is an advanced level ballet technique class. Advanced
movement combinations and variations will be incorporated into
the barre and center work. Students will be required to provide
appropriate dance attire and shoes.
DANC-213 Jazz Dance III
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: DANC 106 - Jazz Dance II.
Jazz Dance III is an advanced level jazz technique class.
Advanced movement combinations and variations will be
incorporated into the center work and across-the-floor phases.
Students will be required to provide appropriate dance attire and
shoes. This course addresses the needs of the serious dance
student, as well as the needs of lifelong learners who are interested
in furthering their own abilities in jazz dance. It is a standard
course in many baccalaureate dance curricula.
DANC-214 Modern Dance IV
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: DANC 211 - Modern Dance III or permission of
Instructor.
Modern Dance IV is an advanced level modern dance technique
class. Through active participation students will refine their
technical skills and performance capabilities, develop highly
advanced movement patterns and explore their own personal
movement styles. Structured improvisation and choreography
allow the student to manipulate abstract ideas, and develop their
creativity. Students will required to provide appropriate dance
attire.
DANC-215 Modern Dance V
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: DANC 214 - Modern Dance IV or permission of
instructor.
Modern Dance V is the final technique course in the modern
dance technique series and focuses on the advanced technical skills
and performance capabilities needed to succeed in the dance
world. Particular emphasis will be placed on physiology and
conditioning methodology for dance. Structured improvisation and
choreography allow the student to manipulate abstract ideas, and
develop their creativity. Students will be required to provide
appropriate dance attire.
DANC-216 Ballet IV
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: DANC 212 - Ballet III or permission of instructor.
Ballet IV is an advanced level ballet technique class. Through
active participation students will refine their technical skills and
performance capabilities, develop highly advanced movement
patterns and explore their own personal movement styles.
Advanced movement combinations and variations will be
incorporated into barre and center work. Students will be required
to provide appropriate dance attire and shoes.
DANC-217 Ballet V
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: DANC 216 - Ballet IV or permission of the
instructor.
Ballet V is the final technique course in the ballet technique
series and focuses on the advanced technical skills and
performance capabilities needed to succeed in the dance world.
Particular emphasis will be placed on physiology and conditioning
methodology for dance. Advanced movement combinations and
variations will be incorporated into the barre and center work.
Students will be required to provide appropriate dance attire and
shoes.
DANC-218 Jazz Dance IV
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: DANC 213 - Jazz Dance II or permission of the
instructor.
Jazz Dance IV is an advanced level jazz technique class.
Through active participation students will refine their technical
skills and performance capabilities, develop highly advanced
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movement patterns and explore their own personal movement
styles. Advanced movement combinations and variations will be
incorporated into the floor and center work. Students will be
required to provide dance attire and shoes.
DANC-219 Jazz Dance V
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: DANC 218 - Jazz Dance IV or permission of the
instructor.
Jazz Dance V is the final technique course in the jazz technique
series and focuses on the advanced technical skills and
performance capabilities needed to succeed in the dance world.
Particular emphasis will be placed on physiology and conditioning
methodology for dance. Pick-up skills, performance skills, and
styles will also be developed through more complex center-floor
combinations. Students will be required to provide appropriate
dance attire and shoes.
DANC-220 Dance Repertory I
(1,3) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: Audition.
In this course students will study a piece of choreography from a
guest artist or faculty, rehearse the dance during the semester, and
will perform the piece in a formal concert at the end of the
semester. Each semester the guest artist/faculty will present a
different piece of choreography. This course provides the serious
dance student with the additional opportunity to work at a higher
level of the rehearsal/performance process. Students will be
required to provide appropriate dance attire. Dance Repertory I-IV
must be taken in sequence, and students must audition each
semester.
DANC-221 Dance Repertory II
(1,3) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: Audition and DANC 220 - Dance Repertory I.
In this course students will study a piece of choreography from a
guest artist or faculty, rehearse the dance during the semester, and
will perform the piece in a formal concert at the end of the
semester. Each semester the guest artist/faculty will present a
different piece of choreography. This course provides the serious
dance student with the additional opportunity to work at a higher
level of the rehearsal/performance process. Students will be
required to provide appropriate dance attire. Dance Repertory I-IV
must be taken in sequence, and students must audition each
semester.
DANC-222 Dance Repertory III
(1,3) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: Audition and DANC 221 - Dance Repertory II.
In this course students will study a piece of choreography from a
guest artist or faculty, rehearse the dance during the semester, and
will perform the piece in a formal concert at the end of the
semester. Each semester the guest artist/faculty will present a
different piece of choreography. This course provides the serious
dance student with the additional opportunity to work at a higher
level of the rehearsal/performance process. Students will be
required to provide appropriate dance attire. Dance Repertory I-IV
must be taken in sequence, and students must audition each
semester.
DANC-223 DANCE REPERTORY IV
(1,3) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: Audition and DANC 222 - Dance Repertory III.
In this course students will study a piece of choreography from a
guest artist or faculty, rehearse the dance during the semester, and
will perform the piece in a formal concert at the end of the
semester. Each semester the guest artist/faculty will present a
different piece of choreography. This course provides the serious
dance student with the additional opportunity to work at a higher
level of the rehearsal/performance process. Students will be
required to provide appropriate dance attire. Dance Repertory I-IV
must be taken in sequence and students must audition each
semester.
DANC-230 Student Dance Ensemble I
Prerequisite: Audition.
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This course offers the student an opportunity to work in a
professional setting as part of a student dance company. It provides
opportunities to participate in the practice and performance of a
variety of dance techniques. Weekly rehearsals and public
performances are required. Non-dance majors may participate in
Raritan Valley Dance Ensemble (RVDE) on a credit or non-credit
basis. Other interested community participants are welcome to join
RVDE on a non-credit, fee-paying basis through the Division of
Corporate and Continuing Education. RVDE members are selected
each year by audition. Dance outfit to be purchased by student.
DANC-231 Student Dance Ensemble II
(0,4) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: Audition.
This course offers the student an opportunity to work in a
professional setting as part of a student dance company. It provides
opportunities to participate in the practice and performance of a
variety of dance techniques. Weekly rehearsals and public
performances are required. Non-dance majors may participate in
RVDE on a credit or non- credit basis. Other interested community
participants are welcome to join RVDE on non-credit, fee-paying
basis through the Division of Corporate and Continuing Education.
Raritan Valley Dance Ensemble (RVDE) members are selected
each year by audition. Dance outfit to be purchased by student.
DANC-232 Student Dance Ensemble III (0,4) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: Audition.
This course offers the student an opportunity to work in a
professional setting as part of a student dance ensemble. It provides
opportunities to participate in the practice and performance of a
variety of dance techniques. Weekly rehearsals and public
performances are required. Non-dance majors may participate in
the Raritan Valley Dance Ensemble (RVDE) on a credit or noncredit basis. Other interested community participants are welcome
to join RVDE on a non-credit, fee-paying basis through the
Division of Corporate and Continuing Education. RVDE members
are selected each year by audition. Dance outfit to be purchased by
student.
DANC-233 Student Dance Ensemble IV (0,4) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: Audition.
This course offers the student an opportunity to work in a
professional setting as part of a student dance ensemble. It provides
opportunities to participate in the practice and performance of a
variety of dance techniques. Weekly rehearsals and public
performances are required. Non-dance majors may participate in
the Raritan Valley Dance Ensemble (RVDE) on a credit or noncredit basis. Other interested community participants are welcome
to join RVDE on a non-credit, fee-paying basis through the
Division of Corporate and Continuing Education. RVDE members
are selected each year by audition. Dance outfit to be purchased by
student. Offered in the fall semester.
DANC-252 Professional Development: Dance (1,1) 1 Credits
Prerequisites: DANC 102 - Modern Dance II or permission of
Instructor. Should be taken in 3rd or 4th semester of A.F.A.
This course is designed to help prepare students majoring in the
Associate of Fine Arts Theater Arts, Dance Option Degree to
successfully transfer to a B.F.A. or B.A. program in dance. The
course will cover topics such as critical thinking in the performing
arts, writing an artist's statement, career options, resume, video and
demonstration reel preparation for transfer and employment, the art
of the audition and identification of appropriate transfer colleges.
DANC-291 Dance Cooperative Education I (1,2) 3 Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See Department
Co-op Coordinator.
Cooperative Education is the integration of classroom study with
specific planned periods of learning through employment to gain
practical experience. The course utilizes a seminar approach with
performance based activities and individual student objectives
which are job related and employer evaluated.
DIESEL TECHNOLOGY
DSTC-101 Principles of Diesel Engines
(2,3) 3 Credits
A study of construction nomenclature, the purpose of parts and
principles of diesel engines. Laboratory work will encompass the
disassembling, inspecting, assembling and testing of diesel engines.
Emphasis will be placed on inspection of parts and failure analysis.
DSTC-103
Diesel Theory, Service
& Maintenance
(2,3) 3 Credits
A study of diesel theory linked with a general coverage of
maintenance procedures and practices develops a general
understanding of the diesel engine. This course leads to the
development of a proper periodic service procedure, including test
and repairs. An emphasis will be placed on lube, cooling, intake and
exhaust systems.
DSTC-104 Diesel Brake Systems
(2,3) 3 Credits
Air brake systems are covered, including the 121 system and air
disc brakes. Laboratory practice develops the knowledge and
understanding required to maintain or replace most braking
systems.
DSTC-201
Diesel Starting
& Electrical Systems
(2,3) 3 Credits
Provides instruction in basic electricity. The student learns how to
use a voltmeter, ammeter and ohmmeter. Students study batteries
and battery testing, diesel starters, starter switches and series
parallel switches. This course also covers charging, lighting and
engine safety control circuits. Skills in trouble-shooting the
electrical system are developed with the use of modern testing
equipment.
DSTC-202 Diesel Diagnosis
(2,3) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: 22 credit hours in Diesel Technology.
Provides instruction and practice in diesel engine tune-up and
troubleshooting and procedures. Inspection of diesel engine parts
and failure analysis. The student learns how to diagnose problems
in the cooling, oil, exhaust, air brake and drive train systems.
DSTC-207 Transmissions & Clutches
(2,3) 3 Credits
Students receive classroom instruction and practical experience
in servicing and replacing clutches, truck transmissions, Detroit
Allison Automatics, drive shafts, power dividers and rear
assemblies.
DSTC-208
Diesel Fuel Systems & Power
Accessories I
(3,4) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: DSTS 101 - Principles of Diesel Engines, DSTS 103
- Diesel Theory, Service and Maintenance.
Theories and repair of diesel fuel systems. The student receives
training in testing, rebuilding and calibration of injectors, pumps
and governors used in the following fuel systems: Cummins,
American Bosch and Robert Bosch.
DSTC-209
Diesel Fuel Systems & Power
Accessories II
(2,3) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: DSTC 208 - Diesel Fuel Systems and Power
Accessories I.
The student receives training in testing, rebuilding and calibration
of injectors, pumps and governors used in Detroit Diesel,
Stanadyne and Caterpiller fuel systems. Included in the course is
the theory of operation and repair of blowers and turbochargers.
DSTC-210 Hydraulics
(2,3) 3 Credits
The study of basic hydraulics terms, symbols and circuits,
including hydraulic pumps, valves, cylinders, oils, filters and
accumulators. Students also become familiar with testing the
hydraulic system.
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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
ECHD-173 Early Childhood Curriculum (3,0) 3 Credits
This course focuses on the development of curriculum based on
the needs of children 2-6 years old. Emphasis is placed on selecting
and organizing equipment and materials that are basic to preschool
programs. The process of planning in response to developmental
levels of children will develop a personal file of teaching ideas,
activities and resource aids. Opportunities will be provided for
students to explore and construct materials, which will be used in
their work with children.
ECHD-181 Child Growth and Development (3,0) 3 Credits
This course studies human growth and development from
conception through age 10, examining major theories as they relate
to physical, cognitive, social and emotional growth. emphasizing
parenting. The influence of family, school, peer groups and other
institutions on development are also examined.
ECHD-183
Math & Science for
Young Children
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course identifies and classifies the major Mathematical and
Science concepts and topics considered in teaching the young
child. Emphasis is placed on planning Math and Science activities
that encourage thinking, exploring, discovering and problem
solving. Each concept is exemplified by hands-on experiences.
ECHD-184
Teaching Language Arts
to Young Children
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course explores the development of language and ways in
which parents and teachers can stimulate and encourage language
development. Emphasis is placed on the young child's expressions
and the creation and use of materials and activities to stimulate
listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in young children.
This course addresses language arts issues from birth through age
10. This course is not intended for transfer. Offered in the fall
semester.
ECHD-185 Infant and Toddler Programs (3,0) 3 Credits
There are no prerequisites required for this course. This course
presents an overview of the various theories of development from
pre-birth through 36 months of age. Guidelines for developmental
group care of children from infancy to thirty-six months of age will
be explored in relation to appropriate care of young children in
center or family-based childcare settings. Issues involving health,
safety and nutrition, education and advocacy will be covered This
course will provide perspective or current caregivers and
administrators with practical applications for enhancing all areas of
development in infants and toddlers. Offered in the spring
semester.
ECHD-194
Music, Movement and Art
for the Young Child
(3,0) 3 Credits
Defines the stages of development in children's creative abilities.
Students will participate in and develop a collection of music,
movement, and art activities appropriate for young children.
Various teaching methods and techniques will be presented.
ECHD-195
Nutrition, Health & Safety
for Young Children
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course focuses on those aspects of nutrition, health and
safety that are most important to people who work with young
children as professional caregivers and teachers. Basic information
on nutritional needs, food patterns, nutrients and guidelines for
healthful eating are studied. Issues of health and safety are
addressed, including policies and procedures, infectious diseases,
on lesson planning and ways to involve parents in the nutrition,
health and safety program will be studied. certified in child CPR.
Offered in the spring semester.
ECHD-213 Children’s Literature
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course is designed to provide students with a foundation in
children's literature and literacy processes and to develop and
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deepen students' appreciation of children's literature as a legitimate
literary form by surveying the multifaceted world of children's
books. Throughout the course, concepts and strategies will be
highlighted that help to cultivate children's love of and response to
literature. Children's literature will be presented within the context
of developing literacy and encouraging the integration of literature
across the curriculum. The course addresses children's literature
issues from birth through age 10.
ECHD-250
Methods of Teaching
Young Children
(3,0) 3 Credits
Explores the history, programs and methodology in the field of
Early Childhood Education, including the exceptional child.
ECHD-255
Foundations of Early
Childhood Education
(3,1) 3 Credits
This course examines the historical and philosophical
foundations of Early Childhood Education, pre-school through
third grade. Current trends in primary education will be reviewed
and evaluated with a focus on the public school system. Issues
affecting the role of the early childhood teacher, including an
overview of the profession, classroom management, teaching
strategies related to the growth and development of the primary
aged child, planning and assessment will be explored.
ECHD-280
Field Experience in
Multicultural ECE Settings
(2,3) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ECHD 255 - Foundations of EC Education.
This course provides opportunities for observation, analysis, and
guided interaction within varied educational settings. Students are
assigned to observe and perform specific teaching duties
determined by the cooperating teacher in varied educational
settings, elementary through high school. Psychological,
philosophical and historic educational theories are analyzed in the
light of current practices that students will observe, research or
apply. Connections are made between the field experiences and 1)
historical educational practices, 2) philosophically-based
educational theories, and 3) psychologically-based educational
practices. 30 hours of assigned field observation will be required
over the course of the semester. Students must be available at least
one morning per week.
ECHD-290
Early Childhood Education
Cooperative Education
(3,0) 3 Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See
Department Co-op Coordinator.
Cooperative Education is the integration of classroom study with
specific planned periods of learning through employment to gain
practical experience. The course utilizes a seminar approach with
performance based activities and individual student objectives
which are job related and employer evaluated.
ECONOMICS
ECON-101 Macroeconomics
(3,0) 3 Credits
Macroeconomics examines how all of the players in a market fit
together into a complete economy. Students investigate the
foundations of economic theory to determine ways to correct
various economic problems. Issues such as unemployment,
economic growth and resource allocation are also examined.
ECON-101H Macroeconomics - Honors
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: GPA of 3.5 or permission of instructor.
This course introduces students to the foundations of economic
theory and will cover issues such as unemployment, economic
growth, and inflation. This Honors course, however, will also
examine such topics as the macroeconomic effects of international
trade in more detail than the regular course. Moreover, it will look
into the cutting edge idea that continual economic growth might
not only be unfeasible, but also intrinsically undesirable; that is, the
class will examine the possibilities for stopping economic growth
and at the same time improving material well-being even by
conventional standards.
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ECON-102 Microeconomics
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ECON 101 - Macroeconomics.
Microeconomics investigates the economy from the perspective
of individual players in the market. Individual consumer behavior
is examined to determine how individual demand decisions are
made. Business behavior is examined to determine how individual
decisions are made under various market structures. The course
also explores the issues of marginal analysis, elasticity of demand,
profit maximization and cost analysis. Extensive use of graphs to
analyze various issues should be expected.
ECON-202 International Economics
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: ECON 101 - Macroeconomics and ECON 102 Microeconomics.
This course introduces the student to the basic concepts of
international finance, international trade and economic
development through the exploration of the interrelationship of
national economies. The course provides an opportunity for
students to apply theoretical knowledge to specific trade situations.
Offered in the fall semester.
ECON-210 Money and Banking
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ECON 101 - Macroeconomics.
This course explores the practical aspects of money and banking
within the economy. Emphasis is given to the changing role of
financial institutions as well as new financial instruments. Topics
will include money creation, the Federal Reserve, economic
stabilization using monetary and fiscal policy as well as the
creation of different international monetary systems and their
impact on the global economy. Offered in the fall semester.
EDUCATION
EDUC-112 Classroom Management
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course will present an array of decision-making options that
guide educators in thinking about how to approach particular
classroom management situations and choose from a range of
options designed to prevent, cope with, and solve a variety of
problems. Attention will be provided to management issues in the
three central areas of: 1)room and materials, 2) curriculum, and 3)
student behavior. A variety of theoretical perspectives, each
supported with cases taken from actual classrooms, give students
many choices in how to handle issues that may arise in their own
classrooms.
EDUC-212 Foundations of Education
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: Grade of B or higher in ENGL 050 - Introduction to
College Reading & Composition I or Grade of B or higher in
ENGL 060 - Introduction to College Reading & Composition or
appropriate score on placement test.
This course examines the historical and philosophical
foundations of the American educational system. Current trends in
education will be reviewed and evaluated. Issues affecting the role
of the teacher, including school governance and finance, legal
foundations, social influences, and educational reform will be
explored.
EDUC-230 Education Field Experience
(2,3) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: EDUC 212 - Foundations of Education.
This course provides opportunities for the observation, analysis,
and guided interaction of the teaching/learning experience within
elementary and secondary educational settings. Students are
assigned to observe and perform specific teaching duties within a
variety of public school settings. Psychological, philosophical and
historic educational theories are analyzed in light of current best
practices as they occur in contemporary classrooms. Students are
required to complete 30 hours of assigned field observation over
the course of the semester.
ELECTRIC UTILITY TECHNOLOGY
ELEC-101 Electrical Fundamentals
(3,0) 3 Credits
Direct Current and Alternating current Analysis. Topics include
Voltage, current, resistance, Ohm's Laws, network analysis
methods, network theorems, capacitors, inductors, transients, sine
wave characteristics.
ELEC-290
Summer Field Experience
Cooperative Education
(3,3) 6 Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See Department
Co-op Coordinator.
Cooperative Education is the integration of classroom study with
specific planned periods of learning through employment to gain
practical experience. The course utilizes a seminar approach with
performance based activities and individual student objectives
which are job related and employer evaluated.
OLST-101
Overhead Line/Substation
Technology I
(3,3) 4 Credits
This course provides the knowledge and skill to perform work on
secondary voltage circuits, understanding of the techniques used to
install transmission support systems, transformers and install
anchors safely and efficiently with concentration on the installation
of services, street lighting and secondary circuits. Included are
advanced training pertaining to the various transmission support
systems framing techniques and guying methods. An overview of
transmission and distribution of electrical systems, Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and rigging safety
awareness requirements will be included in this course.
OLST-102
Overhead Line/Substation
Technology II
(3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: OLST 101 - Overhead Line/Substation Technology
I.
This course provides the knowledge to safely and properly install
three-phase primary conductors, as well as safely inspect and
operate a bucket truck. The safe installation and operation of line
fuses, reclosers, transformers power banks, capacitors, and line
voltage regulators, as well as the identification, installation, and
maintenance of underground residential distribution secondary
equipment will be learned. The safe and proper methods of
installing box pads, single-phase transformers, primary elbows and
terminators, and safety requirements will be included throughout
the course of instruction.
OLST-201
Overhead Line/Substation
Technology III
(2,4) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: OLST 102 - Overhead Line/Substation Technology
II.
This course provides the knowledge and skill to identify, install
and maintain primary underground residential distribution (URD)
equipment; knowledge pertaining to the different styles of subtransmission support structures, with instruction on the techniques
and proper use of hot-line tools to work sub-transmission and
distribution structures when laying out conductors and changing
various insulators, knowledge and skill to safely perform rubber
gloving assignments using the insulate and isolate techniques.
Various methods of troubleshooting URD primary and secondary
circuits are discussed and demonstrated. Students will perform
various tasks, while working on an energized three-phase circuit
under controlled conditions. Applicable safety requirements will be
taught and stressed throughout the course instruction.
OLST-202
Overhead Line/Substation
Technology IV
(2,2) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: OLST 201 - Overhead Line/Substation Technology
III.
This course provides the skills to safely climb transmission
support towers and H-structures to achieve the qualified status.
Upon qualification, the student will obtain basic skills to perform
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intermediate tasks while aloft on these pertinent structures. The
student will gain an understanding of substation equipment and
one-line drawing. Emphasis will be placed on recognizing
energized equipment, minimum approach distances, and substation
safety. At the conclusion of the course, the student will be qualified
to enter a substation. Included in this course of instruction are:
lockout/tagout, powered industrial truck certification(s), and a
comprehensive skills review.
ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY
ESTC-101 Electricity I
(1,2) 2 Credits
An entry-level course designed to provide the student with the
essentials of DC and AC electricity, as well as the necessary
electrical background to pursue the more advanced
instrumentation and control courses. Instruction will also include
instructor-directed bench work using the latest in electrical
instrumentation to introduce the student to basic electrical testing
and troubleshooting procedures.
ESTC-102 Electricity II
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: ESTC 101 - Electricity I.
This course exposes the student to a variety of controls which
are part of refrigeration and air-conditioning schematics and wiring
diagrams. (cooling) units, and aims at integrating such controls into
fully-operational electrical circuits. This course develops a
working knowledge of refrigeration and air-conditioning circuits
by assembling groups of controls in simulators and actual
equipment. The student will get to see first-hand the actual
operation of motor starters, refrigerating equipment and airconditioning equipment ranging in size from the small window
mounted unit to the more complex home and office central airconditioning systems.
ESTC-110 Computer Aided Drafting I
(1,4) 3 Credits
This course is an introduction to basic CAD (computer aided
drafting) techniques using AutoCAD software. Fundamentals of
drawing and editing are presented and practiced.
ESTC-111 Computer Aided Drafting II (1,4) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ESTC 110 - Computer Aided Drafting I.
This is a continuation of ESTC 110 - CAD I. Emphasis will be
advanced functions including 3D and menu customization.
ESTC-208 Metallurgy
(2,3) 3 Credits
This course covers the behavior of metals and their alloys,
polymers, ceramics, and composite materials. The effects of metal
working and heat treating methods are studied to enable the student
to select metals and specify their treatments effectively.
Laboratory experiments are performed to demonstrate the
properties and structures of various engineering materials.
ESTC-211
Fundamentals of
Structural Designs
(4,0) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 030 - Intermediate Algebra.
Fundamentals of Structural Design covers the fundamentals of
statics, strength of materials and basic design considerations
applicable to beams, columns, and retaining walls utilizing
structural steel, reinforced concrete, and timber.
EMERGENCY SERVICES
FIRE-101
Introduction to Emergency
Services
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course provides an overview to fire protection and
emergency services; career opportunities in fire protection and
related fields; culture and history of emergency services; fire loss
analysis; organization and function of public and private fire
protection services; fire departments as part of local government;
laws and regulations affecting the fire service; fire service
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nomenclature; specific fire protection functions; basic fire
chemistry and physics; introduction to fire protection systems;
introduction to fire strategy and tactics; life safety initiatives. This
course will be taught at the Somerset County Emergency Services
Training Academy.
FIRE-102
Principles of Fire Prevention (3,0) 3 Credits
This course provides fundamental information regarding the
history and philosophy of fire prevention, organization and
operation of a fire prevention bureau, use of fire codes,
identification and correction of fire hazards, and the relationships
of fire prevention with built-in fire protection systems, fire
investigation, and fire and life-safety education. This course will be
taught at the Somerset County Emergency Services Training
Academy.
FIRE-103
Principles of Fire Chemistry (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CHEM 102 - Introduction to Chemistry or PHYS
112 - Concepts of Physics.
This course explores the theories and fundamentals of how and
why fires start, spread, and how they are controlled. This course is
taught at the Somerset County Emergency Services Training
Academy.
FIRE-104
Fire Officer I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: FIRE 101 - Introduction to Emergency Services.
The Fire Officer Series is designed to build the skills necessary
to be an effective fire service leader. The Fire Officer I course is the
first course in the series and is designed for firefighters who aspire
to the position of company officer. The course is designed to meet
the educational and time requirements of NFPA 1021, Standard for
Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, 2003 Edition, for Fire
Officer I and N.J.A.C. 5:73-8.2. Qualifications for Fire Officer I.
Students who successfully complete the course may be eligible to
take the NJ State Fire Officer I certification test. This course will
be taught at the Somerset County Emergency Services Training
Academy.
FIRE-105
Fire Officer II
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: FIRE 104 - Fire Officer I.
The Fire Officer Series is designed to build the skills necessary
to be an effective fire service leader. The Fire Officer II program
builds upon the concepts presented in the Fire Officer I program.
The Fire Officer II program is designed to build the leadership
skills of the company officer involved in administrative and
operational issues at the company and/or organizational level. The
course is designed to meet the educational and time requirements
of NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional
Qualifications, 2003 Edition, for Fire Officer II and N.J. A.C. 5:738.2 for Fire Officer II. Students who successfully complete the
course may be eligible to take the NJ State Fire Officer II
certification test. This course will be taught at the Somerset County
Emergency Services Training Academy.
FIRE-201
Building Construction
for Fire Prevention
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: FIRE 101 - Introduction to Emergency Services.
This course provides the components of building construction
that relate to fire and life safety. The focus of this course is on
firefighter safety. The elements of construction and design of
structures are shown to be key factors when inspecting buildings,
preplanning fire operations, and operating at emergencies. This
course will be taught at the Somerset County Emergency Services
Training Academy.
FIRE-202
Crisis Management
Planning in Business
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: FIRE 101 - Introduction to Emergency Services.
This course provides an analysis of crisis management from the
business perspective. The course will focus on legal requirements,
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mitigation and resumption considerations. This course will be
taught at the Somerset County Emergency Services Training
Academy.
FIRE-203
Strategies and Tactics
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: FIRE 101 - Introduction to Emergency Services.
This course provides an indepth analysis of the principles of fire
control through utilization of personnel, equipment, and
extinguishing agents on the fire ground. This course will be taught
at the Somerset County Emergency Services Training Academy.
FIRE-204
Occupation Safety and Health
for Emergency Services
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: FIRE 101 - Introduction to Emergency Services.
This course introduces the basic concepts of occupational health
and safety as it relates to emergency service organizations. Topics
include risk and hazard evaluation and control procedures for
emergency service organizations. This course will be taught at the
Somerset County Emergency Services Training Academy.
ENGINEERING
ENGR-105 Introduction to Engineering
(2,0) 1 Credits
This course is designed to help students to develop skills as:
communication, time management, group work. Lectures are
supported by films and guest speakers to expose students to
different engineering disciplines and functions. Students will be
introduced to all campus resources and services.
ENGR-107 Engineering Graphics
(1,3) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 030 - Intermediate Algebra and High School
Geometry.
This course is a basic introduction to the techniques of
engineering graphics designed to develop an ability to visualize,
analyze, and understand engineering drawings and designs, and to
develop skill and accuracy in producing drawings. The application
of computer graphics using AutoCAD will be an integrated part of
the course.
ENGR-108
Introduction to Computing
for Engineers and Scientists
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 112 - Precalculus I, or equivalent.
This is a one semester course intended to introduce engineering
and science majors to the main features of MATLAB and its
application to engineering and scientific problem-solving. Topics
include an introduction to programming in MATLAB, including
matrix operations, functions, arrays, loops and structures, working
with data files and plotting. Students can apply this knowledge to
learning other programming languages, such as C, Object-Oriented
Programming, Fortran, BASIC and Pascal. The Honors Option is
available for this course. Offered in the spring semester.
ENGR-111 Introduction to Circuit Analysis (3,2) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: PHYS 151 - Engineering Physics II and MATH 152
- Calculus II.
This is an introductory course in circuit theory for engineering
majors. It includes introduction to DC and AC electrical principles
with stress on different circuit analysis methods. Use of Ohm's law,
Kirchoff's laws, network theorems for resistive, capacitive and
inductive networks - Phasors and Phasor diagrams for AC circuits
introduced with real and reactive power and maximum power
transfer studies with application to Single and Three Phase circuits
and Ideal transformers. Appropriate experiments are run
concurrently with lectures. Offered in the spring semester.
ENGR-132 Engineering Mechanics I - Statics (4,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: PHYS 150 - Engineering Physics I and MATH 152
- Calculus II.
This course covers the statics of particles and rigid bodies. Topics
include vector description of forces and moments, two and three
dimensional equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies, centroids and
center of gravity, analysis of structures, friction, and moments of
inertia.
ENGR-133
Engineering Mechanics II Dynamics
(4,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGR 132 - Engineering Mechanics I - Statics.
This course covers Kinematics and kinetics. Topics include
rectilinear motion, curvilinear motion of particles and rigid bodies,
Newton's Law for particles and rigid bodies; principle of impulse
and momentum; plane motion of rigid bodies; mechanical
vibrations. Free body diagrams and vector analysis methods are
used.
ENGR-201
Introduction to Materials
Science and Engineering
(3,0) 3 Credits
Co/Prerequisite: CHEM 104 - General Chemistry II.
This course introduces the student to theory and application of
engineering materials. Topics explore the relations between the
properties, microstructure, and behavior during use of metals,
polymers, ceramics, and composite materials. Useful applications
and limitations of those materials are presented, and means of
modifying their properties are discussed.
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
ENTC-110 Electricity and Robotics
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 030 - Intermediate Algebra.
Corequisite: CISY 102 - Computer Literacy.
This course teaches the fundamentals of electricity, electric
control, and introduces the student to robot operations and
programming. Topics in electricity include AC and DC, basic
circuit analysis, inductance and capacitance, Ohm's Law, Kirchoff's
Laws, power, ideal transformers, basic control logic and ladder
diagrams. A laboratory scale industrial robot is used to teach robot
operations, robot programming and the design of robotic
applications. Subject matter is presented in both a lecture and
laboratory environment.
ENTC-111 CAD/CAM Processes
(3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 030 - Intermediate Algebra.
Corequisite: CISY 102 - Computer Literacy.
This course covers fundamentals of computer aided drafting
(CAD) and computer aided manufacturing (CAM). Subjects to
covered will be technical drawing, multi-views, electrical and
pneumatic schematics, sections, isometrics, introduction to 3D, and
facilities layout (architectural plans). AutoCAD 2000 or higher will
be used. The student will progress from CAD to CAM-Mill
processing. Fabrication techniques will be demonstrated on a
laboratory CNC milling machine. This course will provide the
student with an understanding of the manufacturing process from
concept through design, to the end product.
ENGLISH
ENGL-050
Introduction to College
Reading and Composition I
(3,3) 6 Credits
Prerequisite: Score on Placement Test.
Introduction to College Reading and Composition I is an
intensive developmental course designed to provide students with
the foundations needed for academic reading and writing. In this
integrated reading and writing course students develop a range of
strategies for reading different kinds of texts and will practice the
stages of the writing process with special attention given to
paragraph organization and sentence structure. This six-credit class
meets for six hours each week: three hours in a traditional
classroom and three hours in a computer lab.
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ENGL-060
Introduction to College
Reading and Composition II (2,2) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: Grade of C in ENGL 050 - Introduction to College
Reading and Composition I or appropriate score on placement
test.
Introduction to College Reading and Composition II is an
intensive developmental course designed to provide students with
the foundations needed for academic reading and writing. In this
integrated reading and writing course students continue to develop
a range of more advanced strategies for reading different kinds of
texts and will practice the stages of the writing process with special
attention given to essay organization and sentence structure. This
four credit class meets for four hours each week: two hours in a
traditional classroom and two hours in a computer lab.
ENGL-070 English I Workshop
(0,3) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: Grade of B in ENGL 050 - Introduction to College
Reading and Composition I or Minimum grade of C in ENGL
060 - Introduction to College Reading and Composition II or
appropriate score on placement test.
Corequisite: Each section of this course is linked to a single
section of English 111 - English I.
English I Workshop is linked to English I and is designed to
enhance that course for students who need support in
reading/writing. It takes place in a word processing lab where
students are coached in structured ways to use the computer as a
tool to improve reading and writing skills with an emphasis on
process. The combined English I and English I Workshop sections
allow students to work on English I reading and writing
assignments in a way that is paced, encourages full comprehension
of the reading, and provides guidance during revision.
ENGL-111 English I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: Grade of A in ENGL 050 - Introduction to College
Reading and Composition I or Grade of A in ENGL 060 Introduction to College Reading and Composition II or
appropriate score on placement test.
The central purposes of English I are greater fluency and greater
control of language and the conventions of grammar and
mechanics. Some essays may be drawn from personal experience,
but the emphasis is on expository types such as comparisoncontrast essays, argumentative essays, critical analysis, and
analytical integration of readings. A research paper is required.
Non-graded but required writing, such as journal, may be assigned.
Student critiques of each other's papers are important components
of some sections of this course.
ENGL-111H English I Honors: Composition
& Controversy
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: Minimum grade-point average of 3.5 from high
school or previous college, or permission of the instructor.
Like all sections of English I, English I Honors focuses on the
development of greater fluency and greater control of language and
conventions of grammar and mechanics. The emphasis is on
argumentative essays, critical analysis, and analytical integration
of readings. A research paper is required. This honors level course
also emphasizes complex and controversial issues as vehicles for
writing argumentatively and persuasively. The course focuses on
an understanding of opposing points of view, the critical analysis
of those views, and the development of persuasive responses to
them.
ENGL-112 English II
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
English II is a second-semester composition course that
continues to refine the writing skills learned in English I, including
fluency, coherence, organization, and control of grammar and
mechanics. The course focuses on analysis and synthesis of texts,
finer points of writing style, and responsible researching skills.
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Students write a series of documented essays in comparative,
analytical, and persuasive modes. A variety of texts serve as the
springboard for written and oral analysis as students continue to
strengthen and refine their analytical skills through careful
examination of readings.
ENGL-112H English II Honors:
Text & Analysis
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: A grade of A in ENGL 111 - English I with a
minimum GPA of 3.5 or permission of the instructor.
English II Honors is a second-semester composition course that
continues to refine the writing skills learned in English I, including
fluency, coherence, organization, and control of grammar and
mechanics. The course focuses on analysis and synthesis of texts,
finer points of writing style, and responsible researching skills.
Students write a series of documented essays in comparative,
analytical, and persuasive modes. A variety of texts serves as the
springboard for written and oral analysis as students continue to
strengthen and refine their analytical skills through careful
examination of readings.
ENGL-201 Introduction to Literature
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
Introduction to Literature examines selected essays and works of
poetry, fiction, and drama in ways that encourage more in-depth
analytical and critical reading skills. Open to majors and nonmajors, the course is designed for students who desire an
introduction to literary study. The course encourages students to
utilize careful textual analysis, to explore thematic connections
among and between texts, and to recognize and apply literary
terminology in class discussions, papers and examinations.
ENGL-202
Introduction to Literary
Theory and Criticism
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
This course introduces students to the theoretical foundation for
much of contemporary literary and cultural studies. Throughout the
course students will apply literary theory to a wide variety of
literary texts. In order to understand the ways that literary theory is
informed by the disciplines of history, psychology, and philosophy,
students will study major critical approaches such as Structuralism,
Postmodernism, Ethnic and Race Studies, Psychological Criticism,
New Historicism, and Gender Studies. The course is recommended
for students who are considering becoming English majors and for
all students who want to know more about literary interpretation.
ENGL-205 Language, Mind and Society (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
Language, Mind, and Society introduces students to the field of
linguistics, which is the study of language and how people use it.
The course is organized around four topics: spoken language
(conversations, gender differences in speech habits, children's talk),
written language (the history of writing and our alphabet, how we
read), the varieties of English (the history of English, English
dialects, language and prejudice), and language theory (the
structure of language, the nature of meaning). Students record and
analyze examples of everyday language.
ENGL-206 Law & Literature
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
This course will examine attitudes towards the law, legal
authority, and legal representatives in selected works of poetry,
fiction, and drama from various cultures. The course highlights
literary depictions of legal themes and legal personae, examining
how various authors employ literature to validate, question,
censure and/or criticize aspects of the law and the role of legal
figures. The course promotes a thoughtful examination of why
authors use legal themes as a vehicle for expression.
ENGL-207 Global Patterns of Racism
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
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This team-taught course draws on texts in the social sciences, in
history, and literature to survey the causes and manifestations of
racism in diverse cultures, as well as proactive responses to it. The
course will focus on racism in western and nonwestern cultures.
Case studies will include - but not be limited to - European
colonialism, slavery, social Darwinism and eugenics, apartheid and
segregation, anti-Semitism, and contemporary conflicts like
Rwanda and the former Yugoslavia. This course satisfies general
education requirements in humanities, literature, or social sciences.
It cannot be used as the sole social science course in a degree
program that has only one social science course requirement.
ENGL-211
Masterpieces of Early
World Literature
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
In this literature course the class reads early works from East
Asia, India, the ancient Near East, and classical Greece. The
emphasis is on understanding the philosophical and cultural
context in which the literary works are embedded. Students
encounter and examine world views and values quite different
from those commonly held in the United States today. Among the
topics discussed are mythology, religion, and the nature of the
hero.
ENGL-212
World Literature Since
the Renaissance
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
Students in World Literature Since the Renaissance read
representative works of great literature from the Romantic period
to the present in the forms of novels, poems, and plays from around
the world. Authors come from Europe, the Americas, India, Russia,
and Africa. The class may confront such questions as the
following: What is the relationship between literature and history?
What is the role of the individual in a world with shifting beliefs in
God or the gods? In addition, the class may examine the possible
biases that make us unable (or less able) to appreciate literature
from cultures not our own.
ENGL-213 Autobiography
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
This course will define a genre of writing known as
autobiography and highlight the ways in which writers have
infused their work with an autobiographical perspective, both
acknowledged or less directly stated. The approach will be
interdisciplinary, uniting literary study with historical and cultural
perspectives that will foster an appreciation for the ways in which
an author's life, time period, and culture are integrated with her or
his writing. Authors as diverse as Yukio Mishima, Charlotte
Perkins Gilman, Maxine Hong Kingston and James Baldwin will
be examined. The course will feature readings from fiction, nonfiction, poetry and drama.
ENGL-214
Race in American Literature
and Popular Culture
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
This course examines the social construction of race in the U.S.
through the lens of American literature and popular culture. It
focuses on key moments in American history, from pre-colonial
America to the present, to explore how racial categories have been
created and re-created. Students will analyze the evolution of these
racial categories, like white, black, Asian, Latino, and Native
American, while exploring how racial groups are pitted against
each other and how categories like gender, class, and sexuality
intersect with race. Readings from a range of disciplines will
provide students with the historical and social context necessary to
analyze cultural texts, like novels, short stories, advertisements,
films, political cartoons, TV shows, songs, and speeches.
ENGL-221
American Literature: Colonial
through the Civil War
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
This course examines the diverse literature of early America, such
as Native American literature, the literature of exploration and
settlement, slave narratives, abolitionist and suffrage literature,
Enlightenment writing, Transcendentalist writing, and Gothic
literature. Authors may include Anne Bradstreet, Washington
Irving, Mary Rowlandson, Jonathan Edwards, Nathaniel
Hawthorne, Benjamin Franklin, Frederick Douglass, Edgar Allan
Poe, Thomas Jefferson, Harriet Jacobs, Ralph Waldo Emerson,
Henry Thoreau, Herman Melville, Walt Whitman, and Emily
Dickinson. Students consider such issues as class, race, religion,
and gender through the texts. The Honors Option is available for
this course.
ENGL-221H American Literature: Colonial through
the Civil War - Honors
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: GPA of 3.5 or permission of instructor.
The influence of the earliest American writers evident in modern
attitudes toward everything from the environment to Medicare.
This course draws lines from the first days of our country to the
pages of today's newspaper. The approach is interdisciplinary, with
readings in history and culture augmenting more traditional
literature and criticism. Students read classic American writers such
as Emerson, Douglass and Dickinson, as well as explorers, soldiers,
homemakers, slaves, and politicians. Students examine Puritan
commentaries on the Salem witch trials, then look at the trials from
the perspectives of history and psychology. Hawthorne's "Scarlet
Letter" is examined through the lens of contemporary critical
approaches, including feminist criticism, reader-response criticism,
and deconstruction.
ENGL-222
American Literature: Post Civil
War to the Present
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
American Literature: Post Civil War to the Present begins with
the writers of the late 19th century and ends with contemporary
literature. Writers may include Walt Whitman, Emily Dickinson,
Mark Twain, Stephen Crane, W.E.B. DuBois, Charlotte Perkins
Gillman, Kate Chopin, Ernest Hemingway, Langston Hughes, Zora
Neale Hurston, Ralph Ellison, Arthur Miller, Robert Frost, William
Faulkner, Ezra Pound, T.S. Eliot, Sylvia Plath, Allen Ginsberg,
Raymond Carver, and Toni Morrison. Students study contemporary
American issues as they read about social rebellion and social
conformity, about the dilemmas that women have faced and those
that men have experienced, about the struggles of African
Americans against racism, and about changes over the last century
in private relationships and the family.
ENGL-222H American Literature: Post Civil
War to the Present - Honors (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I and a minimum GPA of 3.5 or
permission of the instructor.
Like the regular section of the course, American Literature: Post
Civil War to the Present Honors begins with the writers of the late
19th century and ends with contemporary literature. Students study
contemporary American issues as they read about social rebellion
and social conformity, about the dilemmas that women have faced
and those that men have experienced, about the struggles of African
Americans against racism, and about changes over the last century
in private relationships and the family. In contrast to the regular
section of the course, Honors students construct their own crossdisciplinary research projects drawing on a variety of texts
including, but not limited to, literature, the print media, music, art,
architecture, and film.
ENGL-223 Ethnic Writers in America
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
This course explores the connections between ethnic identity,
literature, and culture in the United States. Focus will be
representation of life stories and cultural experiences by writers
from selected and differing ethnic communities and pasts, including
literature by members of "old" and "new" ethnic groups in the
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United States: African Americans, Asian Americans, Native
Americans, Latinos/as, white ethnics and others. Students will be
defining this genre of writing, looking at themes such as the
following: ethnic and racial stereotypes; ethnicity and gender;
assimilation versus cultural heritage and memory; "translating"
experiences into a new culture and language; responses to myths
about immigration and other national narratives such as the
American Dream.
ENGL-224 The Short Story
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
The course traces the evolution of the short story, from ancient
roots in oral narratives, myths, legends, folk and fairy tales, but
focuses primarily on its modern form, as expressed by writers of
diverse cultures. Writers such as Nikolai Gogol, Anton Chekov,
Katherine Mansfield, James Baldwin, Ernest Hemingway,
Raymond Carver, Bobbie Ann Mason, Yukio Mishima, and
Bernard Malamud may be featured. Students analyze and write
about the works and explore the basic components of the genre.
ENGL-226 Introduction to Poetry
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
This course will help students to understand both the craft and
the art of poetry; how poems are made and why they are valuable.
Texts will range from ancient Eastern scriptures to the newest work
of young American poets, from limericks to epics, from song lyrics
to verse drama. The focus, however, will always be on language,
form, and meaning. Students can expect, therefore, to gain not
only a knowledge of the nature, history, and variety of poetry but
also greater skill, insight, and pleasure as readers, writers and
thinkers.
ENGL-227 Science Fiction
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
This course is a survey of the science fiction genre from literary
and theoretical points of view. The course will draw on stories,
novels and films that call special attention to science fiction's
concern with such social phenomena as overpopulation, pollution,
increased technology, and mind control.
ENGL-228 Psychology & Literature
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: ENGl 111 - English I and PSYC 103 - Introduction
to Psychology or permission of instructors.
Psychology and Literature is a team-taught course that examines
novels, plays, short stories, fairy tales and poems through the lens
of psychology. Works by authors such as William Shakespeare,
Arthur Miller, Fyodor Dostoevsky and J.D. Salinger may be
studied from the perspectives of psychologists such as Sigmund
Freud, B.F.Skinner, Erik Erikson, Carl Rogers and Carol Gilligan.
This course is taught by two instructors (one from Psychology and
one from English) and may be taken for either Psychology or
English credit, but not both.
ENGL-231 African-American Literature (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
African American Literature surveys the literature of African
Americans from Colonial times through the present including the
Colonial Period, the Harlem Renaissance, the Black Aesthetics,
and the Neo-Realism movement. In order to understand the oral
and written traditions, students read a variety of types of texts such
as folktales, spirituals, short stories and novels. Students also read
contemporary literary criticism by African American and nonAfrican American theorists.
ENGL-233 Shakespeare
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
This course is a study of the works of Shakespeare through
reading in a selection of history, comedy, tragedy and problem
plays as well as selected minor works. In addition to the literary
aspects of the plays, students study the staging conventions of
Elizabethan England and explore the social and historical context
in which the plays were written and first performed.
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ENGL-233H Shakespeare - Honors
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: GPA of 3.5 or permission of instructor.
In spite of the unprecedented degree and rate of change in our
times, Shakespeare provides modern readers across the globe a
universal touchstone of constancy. We recognize his models of
human contrariness; we identify with the power of pathos and
magic and madness of characters both centuries old and
contemporary. The unifying focus of the course is on the
characteristics that make Shakespeare's language such an effective
and enduring medium of meaning. Students use diverse critical
perspectives as they read a variety of Shakespeare's texts, including
selected sonnets; representative tragic, comic, and historical plays;
and the often-neglected "problem plays"- "Measure for Measure",
and "Troilus and Cressida". Students may also view one or more
performances of plays and do an in-depth study of any additional
play using online research.
ENGL-234 The Literature of Comedy
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
A study of the nature and value of comic forms and traditions,
from basic elements such as puns and jokes to significant works of
comic vision in literature, the arts, and popular culture. The course
will consider, for example, the differences between verbal and
visual comedy, such as Groucho and Harpo. The course will
nourish a broader, deeper, subtler awareness of the ways in which
comedy expresses and sustains the human spirit.
ENGL-235
English Literature: Middle Ages
through the 18th Century
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGl 111 - English I.
A chronological study of English literature through the 18th
century including authors such as Chaucer, Kempe, More,
Shakespeare, Donne, Montagu, Swift and Behn. Students will
examine the authors' ideas and the development of literary forms in
a historical context. Religion, politics, gender roles, science and
philosophy are discussed in terms of their impact on these writers.
The Honors Option is available for this course.
ENGL-236
English Literature: Romantic
Period to the Present
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
A chronological study of English literature since the 18th century
including authors such as Keats, Austen, Yeats, Woolf, Joyce, and
Lessing. Students will examine the authors' ideas and the
development of literary forms in a historical context involving
Darwinism, Industrialism, women's issues, and World Wars I and
II.
ENGL-237 Shakespeare on Page and Screen (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
Shakespeare on the Page and on the Screen is an
interdisciplinary, team-taught course that studies plays of William
Shakespeare from both literary and cinematic perspectives.
Students will read selected comedies, tragedies, and histories by
Shakespeare in conjunction with exemplary film versions of these
plays, both classic (by directors like Laurence Olivier and Orson
Welles) and recent (by directors like Kenneth Branagh and Trevor
Nunn). The themes explored in this course include: poetic language
and cinematic language, Shakespearean imagery on the page and
on the screen, and Shakespeare in a modern, multicultural context.
Students who complete this course will have a fuller understanding
and appreciation of Shakespeare's plays and the medium that most
frequently delivers him to audiences today. Students may take this
course for credit in English or Film Studies. Students who take this
course for credit in English cannot also get credit for ENGL-233.
ENGL-247 Rhetoric and Writing Studies (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
The course looks at the way language works in different contexts,
for different purposes, and from diverse disciplinary perspectives.
Historically, rhetoric was considered to be the foundation on which
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built. In contemporary rhetoric, culture and media are part of this
foundation. This course will explore primary texts in the form of
literature, film, scientific discourse, journalism, political
propaganda as well as secondary sources within the disciplines of
rhetoric and writing studies. The course serves students interested
in English, education, journalism, communications, film studies,
and other liberal arts and social science programs of study.
ENGL-248 Creative Writing I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
A workshop course designed to encourage and develop a
student's creative talents principally in the sketch and short story.
Class discussions will analyze and criticize manuscripts submitted
by students.
ENGL-248H Creative Writing I - Honors
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: GPA of 3.5 or permission of instructor.
Designed for students who have a genuine interest in developing
their imaginative writing abilities in both fiction and poetry, this
course will be conducted as a workshop whose primary purpose is
to evaluate student manuscripts. Class time will, in addition, be
spent discussing the techniques and sensibilities of various
contemporary poets and fiction writers. Students will be expected
to distinguish between sentiment and sentimentality, between
popular and "literary" fiction, between poetry and light verse,
between "raw" experience and experience which has been
artistically transformed. Thirty pages of fiction, 15 full pages of
poetry (or some combination of the two) and a 3-5 page analytical
paper will comprise the minimum writing requirements for the
course.
ENGL-249 Creative Writing II
(3,0) 3 credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I and ENGL 248 - Creative
Writing I or permission of instructor.
This course consists of advanced work in creative writing with
emphasis on revision and completion of extended pieces.
ENGL-250
Technical Writing
and Communication
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
Technical Writing and Communication is designed for students
majoring in science, engineering, or other technical fields. The
course will provide students with an overview of the technical
writing and communication field and students will complete
assignments that reflect the kinds of writing tasks they will be
expected to perform in their fields.
ENGL-259
History and Literature
of the Vietnam War
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
This interdisciplinary course will examine both the history and
the literature of the Vietnam War. It explores both the antecedents
of the war, in terms of European colonialism, Vietnamese
nationalism, and American foreign policy, as well as pivotal
moments such as the gulf of Tonkin Resolution of 1964 and the Tet
Offensive of 1968. It will study the history of the war, the literature
born out of this war and the relationships between this literature and
this conflict. Finally, it will consider the war's legacy: its
consequences and lessons, and the relevance of this legacy today.
Students may take this course for credit in English or History.
ENGL-262 Drama
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
A study of forms and types of dramatic expression through
reading plays, viewing films, and listening to recorded plays, the
course encourages students to explore types of dramatic expression
from works performed in ancient Greece through those performed
in modern New York City. In addition to the literary aspects of
plays, students also learn about the historical development of the
theatre.
ENGL-263
Business Writing and
Management Communications (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
Business Writing and Management Communication skills are
vital to career success. This course provides Business Writing
instruction with a public speaking component. Students work in
teams to prepare formal consulting reports on global
communication solutions for multi-national corporations. The
course features lessons in professional writing, such as resumes,
business letters, memos, proposals and short and long reports;
career development exercises; oral presentations; and
international/cross-cultural business communication activities.
ENGL-281 The Modern Novel
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGl 111 - English I.
The course traces the evolution of the novel from the late
nineteenth century to the present focusing on its response to
modernity, especially in terms of changing social conditions caused
by modern technology and new notions of the mind, time and
language. Writers such as Joseph Conrad, James Joyce, Virginia
Woolf, William Faulkner, and Toni Morrison may be featured.
Students analyze and write about the works and explore the basic
components of the genre.
ENGL-282 The Victorian Novel
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
This course will examine the evolution and scope of the Victorian
novel, from its literary antecedents in the late eighteenth/early
nineteenth centuries, to its successors in the modern era. It will
progress from a study of what makes a novel quintessentially
"Victorian" into an examination of the ways in which various
authors utilize Victorian attitudes and sensibilities to enhance a
particular theme or ideology, criticize a prevailing belief or precept,
and/or convey a cautionary warning.
ENGL-290 Women in Literature
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
This course explores how women's roles have been traditionally
defined in literature and how writers have questioned, resisted,
and/or subverted these traditional notions of gender and sexuality.
Assigned texts may include novels, memoirs, poetry, and film, from
a variety of cultural and historical contexts. The course will analyze
themes such as voice, identity, empowerment, family, violence, the
body, and the intersections between gender, race, class, and sexual
orientation.
ENGL-291 Masculinity in Literature
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGl 111 - English I.
This course explores literature that has questioned, resisted,
and/or subverted traditional notions of masculinity. Assigned texts
may include novels, memoirs, poetry, film, and studies of
historical/cultural contexts. The course will analyze themes such as
identity, independence, competition, violence, and the intersections
between gender, race, class, and sexual orientation.
ENGL-299 Special Topics in Literature
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
The course provides an opportunity for specialized literary study
of different topics from semester to semester. Special Topics in
Literature may be a certain literary theme, a time period, a genre, a
single author or group of authors, specific regional or national
literature, or other topics defined by the current instructor. The
course is a literature elective. Students should refer to the English
Department's Elective Course Description each semester to
determine that semester's special topic.
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ENGLISH AS A SECOND
LANGUAGE STUDIES (ESLS)
ESLS-001
Preparation for English
Language Studies
(6,0) 6 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: Pre-level 1 score on the placement test.
This course is an introduction to English language studies and
presents rudimentary English grammar, its structures and rules of
use, as well as basic English speaking, listening, reading and
writing skills. Students will practice English language in a variety
of contexts through controlled and communicative activities
leading to increased fluency. This course is intended for students
who are not native speakers of English and who have little or no
formal experience with English language and who receive a "preLevel I" score on the ACT/Compass ESL Placement Test. For
billing purposes, this course is considered 6 credits. Credit for this
course does not apply to credit hours earned, grade point average,
or graduation requirements.
ESLS-021
Introduction to ESLS I
(6,0) 6 Non-Credits
Introduction to English Language Studies is the first in a two-part
series of ESL courses designed to prepare students with limited
experience for further study of the English language at the college
level. Grammar, reading, writing, speaking and listening are taught
as integrated skills of equal importance. Basic pronunciation and
vocabulary are introduced. Students study basic grammar
structures and learn to write basic sentences and simple narrative
paragraphs. Computer software technology and Internet
assignments are required for this course. Exit from the course will
be determined by departmental exam.
ESLS-022
Introduction to ESLS II (6,0) 6 Non-Credits
Introduction to English Language Studies is the second in a twopart series of ESL courses designed to prepare students with
limited experience for further study of the English language at the
college level. Grammar, reading, writing, speaking and listening
are taught as integrated skills of equal importance. Basic
pronunciation and vocabulary are expanded. Students continue
study of basic grammar structures, write simple narrative and nonnarrative descriptive paragraphs. Computer software technology
and Internet assignments are required for this course. Exit from the
course will be determined by departmental exam.
ESLS-023
Academic English
Reading and Writing I
(6,0) 6 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: Placement test score within the designated range or
successful completion of ESLS 022 - Introduction to ESLS II.
Academic English Reading and Writing Level I is the first of a
five-part series of ESL courses designed to prepare students for
reading and writing at the college level. The course emphasizes the
use of academic vocabulary use in writing and the development of
academic reading skills such as learning vocabulary in context and
critical thinking, dictionary use and basic information technology.
Students at Level I write simple descriptive, expository, and
argumentative paragraphs with focus on sentence level accuracy,
parts of speech, the development of topic sentences, and standard
punctuation. Level I students practice reading both intensively for
analysis and extensively at a high beginning level. Credit for this
course does not apply to credit hours earned, grade point average,
or graduation requirements.
ESLS-024
Academic English
Reading and Writing II (6,0) 6 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: Placement test score within the designated range
for this course or successful completion of ESLS 023 - Academic
English Reading and Writing I.
Academic English Reading and Writing Level II is the second in
a five-part series of ESL courses designed to prepare students fro
reading and writing at the college level. Reading and writing are
taught as related processes, and the course emphasizes vocabulary
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development, dictionary use, critical thinking, and information
technology. Students at Level II read both intensively for analysis
to develop vocabulary and other focused reading skills and
extensively for comprehension and analysis. Credit for this course
does not apply to credit hours earned, grade point average, or
graduation requirements.
ESLS-025
Academic English
Reading and Writing III (6,0) 6 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: Placement test score within the designated range for
this course or successful completion of ESLS 024 - Academic
English Reading and Writing II.
Academic English Reading and Writing Level III is the third in a
five-part series of ESL courses designed to prepare students for
reading and writing at the college level. Reading and writing are
taught as related processes, and the course emphasizes vocabulary
development, dictionary use, critical thinking, and information
technology. Students at Level III write essays of three paragraphs
in various genres. In addition, students at Level III read both
intensively for comprehension and analysis. Credit for this course
does not apply to credit hours earned, grade point average, or
graduation requirements.
ESLS-026
Academic English
Reading and Writing IV (6,0) 6 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: Placement test score within the designated range for
this course or successful completion of ESLS 025 - Academic
English Reading and Writing III.
Academic English Reading and Writing Level IV is the fourth in
a five-part series of ESL courses designed to prepare students for
reading and writing at the college level. Reading and writing are
taught as related processes, and the course emphasizes vocabulary
development, dictionary use, critical thinking, and information
technology. Students at Level IV write essays of four paragraphs in
various genres. In addition, students at Level IV read both
intensively for analysis to develop vocabulary and other focused
reading skills and extensively for comprehension and analysis.
Credit for this course does not apply to credit hours earned, grade
point average, or graduation requirements.
ESLS-033
Academic English
Grammar I
(3,0) 3 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: Placement test score within the designated range or
successful completion of ESLS 022 - Introduction to ESLS II.
This course presents intermediate-level English grammar, its
structure and rules of use. Students will practice English grammar
in a variety of academic contexts through controlled,
communicative activities and short writings that oblige students to
use the desired structures. Credit for this course does not apply to
credit hours earned, grade point average, or graduation
requirements.
ESLS-034
Academic English
Grammar II
(3,0) 3 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: Placement test score within the designated range or
successful completion of ESLS 033 - Academic English Grammar
I.
This course is an expansion of structures studied in ESLS 033.
Students will practice English grammar in a variety of academic
contexts through controlled and communicative activities and
writings that require use of the grammatical structures covered in
the course. Credit for this course does not apply to credit hours
earned, grade point average or graduation requirements.
ESLS-035
Academic English
Grammar III
(3,0) 3 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: Placement test score within the designated range or
successful completion of ESLS 034 - Academic English Grammar
II.
This course presents intermediate-level English grammar, its
structure and rules of use. Students will practice English grammar
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in a variety of daily life as well as academic contexts through
controlled, communicative activities and short writings that oblige
students to use the desired structures. Credit for this course does
not apply to credit hours earned, grade point average, or graduation
requirements.
ESLS-036
Academic English
Grammar IV
(3,0) 3 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: Placement test score within the designated range or
successful completion of ESLS 035 - Academic English Grammar
III.
This course is an expansion of structures studied in ESLS 035
with an emphasis on formal English for an academic context.
Students will practice English in a variety of contexts and
especially as it applies to speaking and writing for an academic
audience. Writings will continue to be an important part of the
course to ensure the transfer of grammar skills from memorization
to actual real production and use of the structures. Credit for this
course does not apply to credit hours earned, grade point average,
or graduation requirements.
ESLS-037
Academic English
Grammar V
(3,0) 3 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: Placement test score within the designated range or
successful completion of ESLS 036 - Academic English Grammar
IV.
This course is the final grammar course in the ESL series and
focuses on the advanced grammar structures needed to succeed in
academic content courses in college with a particular emphasis on
the skills needed for clear academic writing. As in ESLS 036, there
will be an emphasis in the completion of real academic tasks with
effective grammar. Credit for this course does not apply to credit
hours earned, grade point average, or graduation requirements.
ESLS-043
Academic English Speaking
and Listening I
(3,0) 3 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: Placement Test Score within the designated range
for this course or successful completion of ESLS 022 Introduction to ESLS II.
This is the first in a five-part series of ESL courses designed to
prepare students for listening and speaking at the college level.
This is a low intermediate-level course in academic English
speaking and listening skills for students whose first language is
not English. Students will learn introductory academic language
skills such as how to express opinions and use persuasion. Credit
for this course does not apply to credit hours earned, grade point
average, or graduation requirements.
ESLS-047
Accent Reduction
and Pronunciation I
(3,0) 3 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: ESL Placement Test Score with in the designated
range for this course or permission of the instructor.
This course is an extensive course in American English accent
reduction and pronunciation. Students will study and become
aware of the individual sounds, stress conventions, and intonation
of American English. Students will learn the elements of the
speech mechanism and the International Phonetic Alphabet as aids
in understanding phonemes and considerable attention will be
given to awareness of word and sentence level patterns. Students
will listen to recordings and use computer software for practice in
reproducing sounds. This course is intended for students who are
not native speakers of English with an intermediate or higher level
of experience with spoken American English. Credit for this course
does not apply to credit hours earned, grade point average, or
graduation requirements.
ESLS-051
Academic English Speaking
and Listening II
(3,0) 3 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: Placement Test Score within the designated range
for this course or successful completion of ESLS 043 - Academic
English Speaking and Listening I.
This is the second in a five-part series of ESL courses designed to
prepare students for listening and speaking at the college level. This
is an intermediate course in academic English speaking and
listening skills for students whose first language is not English.
Students will learn academic language skills such as taking notes
and summarizing information. Credit for this course does not apply
to credit hours earned, grade point average or graduation
requirements.
ESLS-052
Academic English Speaking
and Listening III
(3,0) 3 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: Placement Test Score within the designated range
for this course or successful completion of ESLS 051 - Academic
English Speaking and Listening II.
This is the third in a five-part series of ESL courses designed to
prepare students for listening and speaking at the college level. This
is a high-intermediate level course in academic English speaking
and listening skills for students whose first language is not English.
Students will learn high-intermediate academic language skills,
such as analyzing new information and using pictures and charts to
understand words. Credit earned for this course does not apply to
credit hours earned, grade point average, or graduation
requirements.
ESLS-053
Academic English Speaking
and Listening IV
(3,0) 3 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: Placement Test Score within the designated range
for this course or successful completion of ESLS 052 - Academic
English Speaking and Listening III.
This is the fourth in a five-part series of ESL courses designed to
prepare students for listening and speaking at the college level. This
is a low-advanced level course in academic English speaking and
listening skills for students whose first language is not English.
Students will learn low-advanced academic language skills, such as
expressing disagreement and paraphrasing. Credit for this course
does not apply to credit hours earned, grade point average, or
graduation requirements.
ESLS-054
Academic English Speaking
and Listening V
(3,0) 3 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: Placement Test Score within the designated range
for this course or successful completion of ESLS 053 - Academic
English Speaking and Listening IV.
This is the last in a five-part series of ESL courses designed to
prepare students for listening and speaking at the college level. This
is an advanced-level course in academic English speaking and
listening skills for students whose first language is not English.
Students will learn advanced academic language skills, such as how
to challenge an argument and respond to complex or controversial
questions. Credit for this course does not apply to credit hours
earned, grade point average, or graduation requirements.
ESLS-061
American Reading
and Conversation I
(3,0) 3 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: Placement Test score within designated range.
American Readings & Conversation I is a two-semester
companion course designed to provide reading, speaking, listening,
and writing practice for non-native speakers of English who are not
intending to enter a degree or certificate program at Raritan Valley
Community College. Non-fiction articles, fiction stories was well as
readings and listening activities on current events will be used to
increase students' vocabularies and provide them the opportunity to
engage in discussions and presentations that will strengthen oral
fluency in and comprehension of English. Students will also engage
in informal writing assignments which will allow them to broadly
develop their English language abilities. In American Readings and
Conversation I, students will discuss such topics as: dating and
marriage, raising children, customs and traditions, careers, and
crime and punishment. For billing purposes, this course is
considered 3 credits. Credit for this course does not apply to credit
hours earned, grade point average or graduation requirements.
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ESLS-062
American Reading
and Conversation II
(3,0) Non-Credits
Prerequisite: Placement Test score within designated range.
American Readings and Conversation II is a two-semester
companion course designed to provide reading, speaking,
listening, and writing practice for non-native speakers of English
who are not intending to enter a degree or certificate program at
Raritan Valley Community College. Non-fiction articles, fiction
stories as well as readings and listening activities on current events
will be used to increase students' vocabularies and provide them
the opportunity to engage in discussions and presentations that will
strengthen oral fluency in and comprehension of English. Students
will also engage in informal writing assignments which will allow
them to broadly develop their English language abilities. In
American Readings and Conversation II, students will discuss such
topics as: gender roles, sports and leisure activities, popular
culture, and cultural values and morals. Credit for this course does
not apply to credit hours earned, grade point average, or graduation
requirements.
FBTC-102 Fiber Optics II
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: FBTC 101 - Fiber Optics I.
This course builds on general concepts introduced in Fiber
Optics I by expanding on fiber propagation, introducing the Nterminal network, its components and its analysis and providing
additional test and measurement methods. These are then
combined to provide a systematic base for fault analysis and
design. National and international standards for fiber optic systems
are introduced.
FBTC-103 Fiber Optics Design Theory
(2,2) 3 Credits
Corequisite: FBTC 102 - Fiber Optics II.
This course expands the general concepts from Fiber Optics I and
Fiber Optics II to integrate all test and measurement methodology
and theory to produce a coherent strategy; first, in the context of
trouble shooting faulted systems; second, in the analysis of system
requirements; and finally, in system level design to specification.
FILM
ESLS-201
FILM-101
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
FILM-122 Survey of American Film
(3,0) 3 Credits
Survey of American Film explores mainstream American cinema
within a cultural and historical context. It focuses on the
characteristics of Hollywood storytelling and visual style in film
genres (such as romantic comedies, Westerns, and film noir) which
not only entertain audiences but also mirror American attitudes and
values. The screening list includes classic and contemporary
American films and film excerpts. Students record their reactions
to these screenings in weekly journal entries or short response
papers. Students who complete this course will have a deeper
understanding of how American movies both shape and reflect
American culture.
Advanced Reading and Writing
for Non-Native Speakers
(6,0) 6 Credits
Prerequisite: Placement test score within the designated range
for this course and an acceptable writing sample or successful
completion of ESLS 026 - Academic English Reading and Writing
IV.
This course satisfies six credits of free elective and may satisfy
the foreign language requirement for RVCC graduation only.
Advanced Reading and Writing for Non-Native Speakers
addresses the most advanced aspects of academic literacy and
challenges students with the rigors of college-level discourse.
Reading and writing are taught as related processes. This course
emphasizes higher-order proficiency with the English lexicon,
written expression, textual analysis, critical thinking, and
information technology. Students in this course read college-level
texts, both intensively for analysis and extensively for fluency, and
write five- paragraphs essays of various types.
ENVI-101
Introduction to
Environmental Studies
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course is a basic introduction to environmental studies.
Students will learn to apply various concepts in the biological,
physical, social sciences and humanities in order to understand the
causes and consequences of environmental problems facing the
world today, and what can be done to address them. Students will
also be encouraged to explore how these concepts and issues relate
to their own lives, from both global and local perspectives. One
weekend field trip is required.
Art of the Movies: Film
Appreciation and Analysis
(3,0) 3 Credits
Art of the Movies: Film Appreciation and Analysis is an
introduction to film as a contemporary art form. It emphasizes
close observation and analysis of essential film language,
specifically mise en scene, camera and editing techniques, lighting,
and the cinematic use of sound. Screenings for this course include
a broad range of films and film excerpts representing different time
periods, cultures, and cinematic traditions. Students record their
reactions to films in weekly journal entries or short response
papers. Students who complete this course will have a deeper
understanding and appreciation of movies.
FIBER OPTICS
FILM-237 Shakespeare on Page and Screen (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
Shakespeare on the Page and on the Screen is an
interdisciplinary, team-taught course that studies plays of William
Shakespeare from both literary and cinematic perspectives.
Students will read selected comedies, tragedies, and histories by
Shakespeare in conjunction with exemplary film versions of these
plays, both classic (by directors like Laurence Olivier and Orson
Welles) and recent (by directors like Kenneth Branagh and Trevor
Nunn). The themes explored in this course include: poetic language
and cinematic language, Shakespearean imagery on the page and
on the screen, and Shakespeare in a modern, multicultural context.
Students who complete this course will have a fuller understanding
and appreciation of Shakespeare's plays and the medium that most
frequently delivers him to audiences today. Students may take this
course for credit in English or Film Studies. Students who take this
course for credit in English cannot earn credit for ENGL 233.
FBTC-101 Fiber Optics I
(2,4) 4 Credits
Introduces the student to the language and physical properties of
the fiber optic transmission line and its applications. Optical
sources and detectors and their interaction with the transmission
line are discussed and fundamentals of optical transmitters and
receivers introduced. Fiber cables, fiber installation, and fiber
splicing and connectorization are studied. Safe handling and
viewing of optical fibers are emphasized.
FILM-250H Hollywood Renaissance: Film and American
Society, 1967-1983 - Honors
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: A or B+ in a Film Studies course or permission of
the instructor.
Hollywood Renaissance: Film and American Society, 19671983 is an Honors course in Film Studies. The Hollywood
Renaissance in the 1970's was an explosion of creativity in a
decade of turmoil. In the shadow of Vietnam and Watergate, the
ENVI-201 Environmental Field Studies (2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: ENVI 101 - Introduction to Environmental Studies
and BIOL 231 - General Ecology.
An independent study course in environmental science, ecology
or related fields. Students will conduct original field research on
the subject of their choice, with the guidance of the instructor.
Studies will include all aspects of the scientific research process,
i.e., literature review, study design, data collection, analysis and
interpretation, report preparation and presentation.
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directors and films of this period offered conflicting visions about
the nature and prospects of American society. In a seminar setting
this course will explore themes such as the Vietnam War, the sexual
revolution, the status of teenagers, African-American culture, and
the women's movement. Students will research and analyze key
films and directors of the 1970's, such as Kubrick, Coppola, Penn,
Altman, etc.
FITNESS AND WELLNESS
FITN-103
Beginning Golf
(1,.5) 1 Credits
Beginning Golf covers the techniques and the practice of the
swing. Also included are the rules, values, etiquette, equipment,
play and history of golf.
FITN-108
Volleyball
(0,1.5) 1 Credits
This course is designed to teach the fundamental skills and
strategies required to participate in organized volleyball as a
recreational activity. Volleyball requires development of the
following individual skills: forearm pass, set, attack, block, and
serve. In addition, students will gain an understanding of
elementary team strategies. Students will learn to practice effective
communication about the game of volleyball with their teammates.
FITN-115
Dynamics of Fitness & Wellness (1,.5) 1 Credits
This course is designed to assist students in the development and
maintenance of a healthy lifestyle. A wellness approach will be
incorporated involving: adequate physical fitness, proper nutrition
and weight control, stress management, and disease prevention.
FITN-123
Prevention & Care
of Athletic Injuries
(2,2) 3 Credits
Athletic conditioning and first aid are designed to acquaint the
student with specific training techniques such as ankle, shoulder,
knee and elbow strapping and taping. Included will be a study of
the bone and muscle movements as well as measures to protect
athletic injuries. Artificial pulmonary resuscitation, heart attack,
heat stroke, heat exhaustion and various other topics will be
discussed.
FITN-129
First Aid & CPR
(2,2) 3 Credits
This course acquaints the individual with emergency first aid
procedures and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Included in the
topics will be wounds, splinting, burns, rescue breathing, diabetes,
epilepsy, heart failure and stroke. Each student will have the
opportunity to acquire his/her certificate in Community First Aid
and Safety, Community C.P.R. and C.P.R. for the Professional
Rescuer. This course is conducted by a certified American Red
Cross instructor.
FITN-131
Current Health Issues
(3,0) 3 Credits
A comprehensive study of personal, school and community
health problems, this course will devote special attention to chronic
and degenerative diseases, communicable diseases, air and water
pollution, accidents and mental illness. Other topics covered
include nutrition and weight control and the effects of alcohol and
narcotics.
FITN-132
Concepts of Aerobic
Conditioning
(0,1.5) 1 Credits
Aerobic exercise is highly recommended for its health benefits.
This course will explore several type of aerobic exercise, teaching
the student proper form and execution as well as the recommended
frequency, intensity and duration for each mode. Proper warm up
and cool down, intensity monitoring, and fitness testing and
evaluation will be included.
FITN-133
Swimming for Fitness
(0,1.5) 1 Credits
Students will develop aquatic skill proficiency and an
understanding of techniques and principles for the purpose of
utilizing swimming as an exercise/fitness medium. Students will
learn the principles of aerobic training in the water medium and
learn the properties of buoyancy.
FITN-142
Elements of Physical Fitness (3,0) 3 Credits
This course explores the basic concepts of physical fitness to
provide the student with a means for self-evaluation, through
various testing situations such as flexibility and, balance tests,
cardiovascular tests, and isotonic strength for the development and
maintenance of physical fitness. Topics include such major issues
as weight control, cardiovascular endurance and other benefits
derived from exercise.
FITN-143
Yoga
(0,1.5) 1 Credits
Students will be introduced to the basic yoga positions as well as
breath control and a lowering of body activities. Each student will
learn relaxation methods through passive exercise as a means for
releasing tension and developing a feeling of well-being.
FITN-146
Exercise Physiology
& Body Mechanics
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: BIOL 120 - Human Biology or BIOL 124 - Human
Anatomy and Physiology or permission of instructor.
This course is designed for those interested in exploring a
comprehensive overview of the physiological effects of exercise
and nutrition on the health and wellness of each body system.
Training principles, posture, and body mechanics will be described
in detail. The effects of aerobic and anaerobic physical exercise on
the energy continuum, fatigue, and recovery will be discussed.
FITN-148
Lifeguarding
(2,2) 3 Credits
This course is an introduction to lifeguarding taught by an
instructor who is certified by the American Red Cross in Water
Safety, Community First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and
Automated External Defibrillation (AED). Upon successful
completion of the course the student will receive certification in
Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and
AED. In order to enroll in this course each student must
demonstrate an ability to: swim 500 yards continuously utilizing
crawl, breast and side strokes; perform a surface dive to a minimum
depth of 7 feet; swim 20 yards, submerge to a minimum depth of 7
feet, retrieve a 10 pound object from the bottom, return with it to
the surface, and bring it back to the starting
FITN-149
HIV/AIDS Education
(3,0) 3 Credits
HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, is among the most challenging
and life-threatening health problems facing young people in this
century and it continues to spread with time. In order to strengthen
the connection between campus and community to improve health,
students will participate as peer educators in a service learning
experience.
FITN-201
Kinesiology
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: BIOL 124 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I.
Kinesiology is the study of human movement, including the study
of muscles, bones and joints as they are involved in the science of
movement. The physiological and mechanical principles are
addressed to enhance the understanding of the structures discussed.
Emphasis will be placed on learning how movement is analyzed
along with the underlying principles so that the student can see how
improvements can be made in human performance.
FITN-203
Exercise Measurement
and Prescription
(2,2) 3 Credits
This course is designed to teach the knowledge and practical
application of the protocols used for exercise assessment and
prescription for the general population, those with medical
considerations and the athletic population.
FITN-207
Sports Management
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course is designed to introduce the student to a practical
knowledge of the managerial and administrative components of the
sport industry. Students will acquire a basic understanding of the
fundamental skills required to plan, organize, supervise, and
evaluate a sporting event. Class discussion and case study analysis
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will include the principles of budgeting, marketing, strategic
planning, legal aspects and ethics, as well as techniques of
personnel, facility and sport event management. Students will
study trends in the industry, learn about job opportunities in the
industry and the requirements to achieve those positions.
FITN-211
Introduction to Personal Training (3,0) 3 Credits
The course content will cover subject area needed to become a
personal trainer and prepare the student to sit for a nationally
recognized personal trainer certification. The material covered
includes: initial interview and testing procedures;setting up an
individualized personal training program;current guidelines for
exercise prescriptions; basic biomechanics and exercise
physiology; demonstrating and teaching basic exercise
movements; cueing and motivating clients; administration and
record keeping.
FITN-290 Fitness Cooperative Education I (3,0) 3 Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form required. See Department
Co-op Coordinator.
Cooperative Education is the integration of classroom study with
specific planned periods of learning through employment to gain
practical experience. The course utilizes a seminar approach with
performance based activities and individual student objectives
which are job related and employer evaluated.
FITN-291
Fitness Cooperative Education II(3,0) 3 Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form required. See Department
Co-op Coordinator.
Cooperative Education is the integration of classroom study with
specific planned periods of learning through employment to gain
practical experience. The course utilizes a seminar approach with
performance based activities and individual student objectives
which are job related and employer evaluated.
FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGEMENT
FMTC-101
Introduction to Food and
Beverage Management
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course gives an overview and introduction to food and
beverage management. Starting from an historical perspective of
the traditional components of this industry, the course will
highlight the dynamic nature of past and present events that
influence the conduct of the industry. This course is the foundation
in preparing graduates or management in the fast paced and
challenging field of the food service industry. Offered in the fall
semester.
FMTC-110 Food Preparation I
(2,2) 3 Credits
Food Preparation is a course that provides an introduction to the
commercial preparation of food for students who are interested in
the culinary arts. Students have the opportunity to practice the use
of hand tools, utensils, and powered food preparation equipment.
Food preparation technology and managerial perspectives of the
food preparation industry are essential elements of the course
content. This course serves as a foundation for further study in the
culinary arts. Offered in the fall semester.
FMTC-111 Baking and Pastry Arts
(2,2) 3 Credits
The Baking and Pastry Arts course provides students the
opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge needed for
employment in the baking and pastry field. Students will have the
opportunity to apply their skills by operating an on-site restaurant
with a "made-to-order" bakery service. Baking and pastry skills are
essential elements in being prepared for the food and beverage
management field. Students will need to purchase chef's jacket,
hat, and apron by second class. It is recommended that students
purchase their own knives.
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FMTC-132 Applied Food Service Sanitation (3,0) 3 Credits
This certification course will provide students with the
knowledge to apply basic sanitation principles, to practical
situations. Students will learn methods for training and motivating
employees to follow sanitation procedures in all food handling
functions. In addition, the course prepares foodservice managers
or supervisors with the skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary to
ensure that the health of the consumer is safeguarded from
contamination.
FMTC-210 Food Preparation II
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: FMTC 110 - Food Preparation I.
This is a course in commercial food preparation where students
actively manage others and prepare meals according to principles
of quantity food production. Students will learn the aspects of
pricing, productivity, controlling and directing of personnel, and
the planning of menus. Economic feasibility, productivity and
maintenance of quality standards are emphasized. Offered in the
spring semester.
FMTC-211
Food, Beverage and
Labor Cost Control
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course is designed to provide students with the basic
framework on which to build a solid understanding of controlling
food, beverages, and labor costs. Emphasis is placed on budgeting,
sales analysis, pricing, portion control, cost analysis, menu scoring
and guideline percentage tests for all major expense components
integral to food and beverage operations. These "control" aspects
of the food and beverage industry are areas that dictate profit and
loss. The course is taught assuming no accounting background.
However, accounting courses will be helpful for those students
seeking to operate their own business.
FMTC-230 Hospitality Purchasing
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course examines principles related to the procurement of
food, beverages, services, furniture, fixtures and equipment for
hospitality operations. Topics include product knowledge,
selection criteria, evaluation techniques, quality standards, product
safety, writing and understanding product specifications, vendor
relations and government regulations. Ordering, receiving and
inventory management will also be emphasized.
FMTC-231 Convention Management
(2,2) 3 Credits
This course provides the student with the fundamentals of group
services management in the hospitality industry. The course
prepares the student to take an active role in planning and
conducting events for large groups of people and the wide range of
levels of services that are available.
FMTC-232 Catering Management
(2,2) 3 Credits
This course is an introduction to catering management in the
hotel/restaurant industry. It provides an overview of the
requirements in developing a successful catering program in hotels,
restaurants, and private concerns. Students will recognize the
factors involved in preparation and service which determine the
acceptability of food (quality, quantity, appearance, palatability,
and price). Offered in the fall semester.
FMTC-233 Beverage Management
(3,0) 3 Credits
Alcoholic beverages are a complex product category with legal
and social issues that require special attention from management.
The wide range of products, their high costs, and legal concerns
associated with serving alcohol call for unique procurement,
inventory and issuing systems. This course examines these issues
along with an in-depth study of wine, beer, distilled spirits and nonalcoholic beverages. Other topics related to profitable beverage
management that will be discussed include marketing, developing
wine lists, staff training and inventory control. Strong emphasis
will be placed on pairing food and alcoholic beverages in restaurant
establishments. Students are required to take the Serve Safe
Certification as part of this class. The cost of the Serve Save
Certification is an additional $30.00. Offered in the spring
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FMTC-242
Commercial Food
Service Operations
(2,4) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: FMTC 110 - Food Preparation I.
This course provides students hands-on experience in planning
and operating a food service operation. The course will develop and
refine food preparation and production skills through the operation
of a restaurant located on the campus of Hunterdon County
Polytech. Students will also be able to apply all theoretical
education and skills acquired thus far in their studies at RVCC.
Offered in the spring semester.
FMTC-290
Food and Beverage
Cooperative Experience
(3,0) 3 Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See Faculty Coop Coordinator.
A cooperative work experience in which a student is employed in
the Culinary Arts industry for approximately 20 hours a week. Each
semester that a student is enrolled in a Cooperative Education
Program, it is necessary that the college help the student determine
what new or expanded responsibilities or learning opportunities are
possible on his/her job. These objectives enable the college to
determine the value of the student's work experience. These
objectives should be specific and measureable. They will be
reviewed with the Faculty Co-op Coordinator and the supervisor
for validity and evaluated for relative value. At the end of the
semester the student and supervisor will be asked to evaluate the
level of attainment of each objective.
FRENCH
FREN-211 Survey of French Culture
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite or Corequisite: FREN 202 - Intermediate French II or
appropriate placement test score.
French attitudes and behavior today will be related to the structure
of French history. French attitudes toward the physical environment,
time, their country, work, and human nature will be discussed. In
addition to studying literary and historical sources, students will
examine textbooks used by French children, French comic strips,
magazines, and films.
FREN-215 Modern French Literature
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite or Corequisite: FREN 202 - Intermediate French II or
appropriate placement test score.
This course acquaints students with modern French literature and
thought through reading and discussing such writers as Baudelaire,
Colette, Weil, Camus, Beauvoir, Senghor, and Sartre. Examines the
impact of World Wars I and II on French thought. Trends in art,
philosophy, and politics are also discussed.
FREN-224
French Conversation
& Composition I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: FREN 202 - Intermediate French II or appropriate
placement test score.
Students will refine their speaking, listening and writing skills in
French for use in practical, everyday situations. This course
introduces students to such topics as physical appearance, character
and personality, schools and universities, clothing, housing and
politics.
FREN-225
FREN-103 Introduction to French I
(3,1) 3 Credits
Emphasizes each of the four modes of expression (speaking/
writing) and comprehension (listening/reading). The course is
designed for students with no French experience. Native French
speakers and students with successful completion of two or more
years of French (within the past 5 years) cannot receive credit for
this course. Course is multi-media within the classroom, and
includes a laboratory component.
FREN-104 Introduction to French II
(3,1) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: FREN 103 - Introduction to French I or appropriate
placement test.
This course is a continuation of Introduction to French I and is
designed for students with one college semester of French or two
years in high school. The primary goal of the course is to expand
basic listening and speaking abilities, to build up vocabulary, and to
help students to develop effective reading and writing strategies.
Students will expand and deepen their knowledge gained in class
activities through various exercises given as homework. In-class
exercises are supplemented by work in the laboratory.
FREN-201 Intermediate French I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: FREN 104 - Introduction to French II or
appropriate placement test score.
Emphasizes each of the four modes of expression (speaking/
writing) and comprehension (listening/reading). The course is
designed for students with one year of college-level French.
Course is multi-media within the classroom, and a language lab is
available to supplement individual/group learning.
FREN-202 Intermediate French II
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: FREN 201 - Intermediate French I or appropriate
placement test score.
This course emphasizes each of the four modes of expression
(speaking/writing) and comprehension (listening/reading). This
course is designed for students with three semesters of college level
French. Native speakers and students with successful completion of
two or more years of French (within past 5 years) cannot receive
credit for this course. This course is multi-media within the
classroom, and a language lab is available to supplement
individual/group learning.
French Conversation
& Composition II
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: FREN 202 - Intermediate French II or appropriate
placement test score.
Students will refine their speaking, listening and writing skills in
French for use in practical, everyday situations. This course
introduces students to such topics as travel, food, current events,
financial affairs, health care and literature.
GEOGRAPHY
GEOG-101 Introduction to Physical
Geography
(3,0) 3 Credits
The course examines the processes which shape the physical and
biological landscape with which humans interact. Also, special
emphasis is placed upon the role in which humans affect this
landscape. Offered in the spring semester.
GEOG-102 Introduction to Cultural
Geography
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course examines the relationship between humans and the
physical and biological landscape with which they interact. Special
emphasis is placed on the ways in which humans' cultural features
are distributed across the globe including their patterns of adaptation
to their physical and social environments. Offered in the fall
semester.
GEOG-150 Global Visions: The Cultural
Geography of Tanzania
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course examines the cultural geography of East Africa using
Tanzania as a case study. The course allows students to study the
physical geography, cultural landscape, pre-history and modern
history of the area. Tanzania, like all countries has its own unique
history, however it illustrates many features shared by most East
African nations. The course concludes with a two-week trip to
Tanzania where students will be able to observe directly the features
discussed in class.
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GEOLOGY
GEOL-157 Introduction to Geology
(3,2) 4 Credits
This course is a study of the earth's structure, composition and
history; processes which shape the earth's surface, such as
glaciations, crustal movements and tectonics, erosion, and
sedimentation; fossil study; classification and characterization of
rocks; applied geology or mineral, energy, water and ocean
resources; and of natural hazards. Laboratory activities include
rock classification, air photo and topographic map interpretation,
practical problems in environmental geology, and trips to field
locations in New Jersey. One field trip is required.
GERMAN STUDIES
GRMN-103 Introduction to German I
(3,1) 3 Credits
This course is designed for students beginning German or with
fewer than two years of German in high school. The primary goal
of the course is to develop basic listening and speaking abilities, to
build up basic vocabulary, and to develop effective reading and
writing strategies. Students will expand and deepen their
knowledge gained in class activities through various exercises
given as homework. In-class exercises are supplemented activities
in the laboratory.
GRMN-104 Introduction to German II
(3,1) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: GRMN 103 - Introduction to German I or
appropriate placement test score.
This course is a continuation of Introduction to German I and is
designed for students with one college semester of German or two
years in high school. The primary goal of the course is to expand
basic listening and speaking abilities, to build up vocabulary, and
to help students to develop effective reading and writing strategies.
Students will expand and deepen their knowledge gained in class
activities through various exercises given as homework. In-class
exercises are supplemented by work in the laboratory.
GRMN-201 Intermediate German I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: GRMN 104 - Introduction to German II or
appropriate placement test score.
This course is a continuation of Introduction to German II
(GRMN 104) and is designed for students with two semesters of
German in college or three to four years in high school. Students
will expand and deepen their knowledge of German in class
activities and through various exercises given as homework. Inclass exercises are supplemented by independent work on the
Internet and the CD accompanying the textbook. The course serves
as preparation for Intermediate German II (GRMN 202).
Instruction emphasizes each of the four modes of expression
(speaking/writing) and comprehension (listening/reading).
GRMN-202 Intermediate German II
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: GRMN 201 - Intermediate German I or appropriate
placement test score.
This course is a continuation of content presented in German
201. It is designed for students with three semesters of German in
college or four or more years in high school. Students will expand
and deepen their knowledge of German in class activities and
through various exercises given as homework. In-class exercises
are supplemented by independent work on the Internet and other
audio-visual sources, such as films. Instruction emphasizes each of
the four modes of expression (speaking/writing) and
comprehension (listening/reading).
GRMN-203 Introduction to German
Literature I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: GRMN 202 - Intermediate German II or
appropriate placement test score.
Students will be introduced to the works of the earlier literary
periods of German-speaking countries through a reading and
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discussion of representative works from the medieval period
through the Eighteenth Century. Through this the students will also
gain a better understanding of the cultures of German-speaking
countries.
GRMN-204 Introduction to German
Literature II
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: GRMN 202 - Intermediate German II or
appropriate placement test score.
Students will be introduced to the works of the later literary
periods of German-speaking countries through a reading and
discussion of representative works from the Nineteenth and
Twentieth Centuries. Through this the student will gain a better
understanding of the cultures of German-speaking countries.
GRMN-224 German Conversation
& Composition I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: GRMN 202 - Intermediate German II or
appropriate placement test score.
This course is a continuation of content presented in GRMN 202.
It is designed for students with four semesters of German in college
or four or more years in high school. Students will expand and
deepen their knowledge of German in class activities and through
various exercises given as homework. In-class exercises are
supplemented by independent work on the internet and other audio
visual sources, such as films. Instruction emphasizes each of the
four modes of expression (speaking/writing) and comprehension
(listening/reading).
GRMN-225 German Conversation
& Composition II
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: GRMN 202 - Intermediate German II or
appropriate placement test score.
This course is a continuation of content presented in GRMN 224.
It is designed for students with five semesters of German in college
or five or more years in high school. Students will expand and
deepen their knowledge of German in class activities and through
various exercises given as homework. In-class exercises are
supplemented by independent work on the internet and other audio
visual sources, such as films. Instruction emphasizes each of the
four modes of expression (speaking/writing) and comprehension
(listening/reading).
HEALTH
HLTH-101 Healthcare Delivery Systems (2,0) 2 Credits
This course provides an overview of the health care delivery
system at the national, state and local level including the
organizations that provide health care, applicable regulations and
standards, reimbursement methods used, professionals that provide
the services, as well as resources. Current trends in health care
delivery are presented including health facilities, medical staff
organization and functions, the changing roles of health care
professionals, and patterns of financing health care.
HLTH-103 Health Law & Ethics
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course is an in-depth study of federal, state and local laws
that govern the preparation and use of health records and health
information in the health care delivery system. The course covers
the impact of legal issues on health information management and
provides an overview of the judicial system and legislative process.
Topics include confidentiality, release of information, retention
guidelines, authentication, informed consent, advance directives,
subpoenaed information, security of computerized health
information, liability, and legislative trends.
HLTH-104
Emergency Medical
Technician - Basic
(4,2) 6 Credits
Prerequisite/Corequisite: Basic Life Support (BLS-C): CPR for
Healthcare Providers completion card provided by the American
Heart Association.
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Emergency Medical Technician-Basic according to the regulations
set forth by the State of New Jersey in accordance with the United
States Department of Transportation (DOT) National Standard
EMT-Basic Curriculum. Current Basic Life Support (BLS-C):
CPR for Healthcare Providers completion card provided by the
American Heart Association must be presented to the Student
Enrollment Center in order to register for the course, and presented
to the instructor on the first day of class. Total scheduled class time
is approximately 140 hours and may vary by student. A structured
hospital clinical experience in a emergency department is also
required as well as an optional observational experience with a
paramedic unit. Eligible students who successfully complete this
course will be offered endorsement to take the New Jersey State
EMT-Basic written examination in order to obtain certification.
HLTH-107 Pathophysiology
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: HLTH 150 - Medical Terminology; BIOL 120 Human Biology or BIOL 124 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I
& BIOL 125 - Human Anatomy & Physiology II.
This course covers disease etiology and organ system
involvement, including physical signs and symptoms, prognoses,
and common complications and their management. The disease
process, basic concepts and terminology are presented. This course
also includes an examination of the most common diseases of each
body system, with normal anatomy and physiology compared to
pathologic anatomy and physiologic malfunctioning due to disease
process. Diagnostic methods, management, treatment modalities
and prognosis are discussed.
HLTH-109 Pharmacology
(2,0) 2 Credits
Prerequisites: HLTH 150 - Medical Terminology, BIOL 120 Human Biology or BIOL 124 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I
& BIOL 125 Human Anatomy & Physiology II and HLTH 107 Pathophysiology.
This course is an introduction to pharmacology, including
terminology, drug category, use, side effects, contraindications, and
interactions. Common dosage ranges and routes of administration
will also be examined. A general understanding of the actions and
reasons for use of various groups of pharmacologic agents is
introduced. Medications are discussed according to major drug
classifications and body systems.
HLTH-150 Medical Terminology
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course introduces the student to medical terminology
through the study of word structures such as common medical
prefixes & suffixes and the origins of terminology used in medical
practice today. Also includes basic anatomy and physiology,
appropriate medical terminology, and procedures and diagnostic
testing for each body system.
HEALTH INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
HITC-105
Introduction to Health
Information Technology
(2,2) 3 Credits
This course is an introduction to the health information
profession, the health information department, and the health
record. This course covers basic concepts and techniques for
managing and maintaining health record systems. Topics include
health record content, assembly, qualitative analysis, format, record
control, storage, retention, forms design/control, indices and
registers, and numbering and filing systems. This course provides
in-depth presentation of the origin, uses, standards, content, format,
access and retention of data across the healthcare continuum
including both paper and electronic health records. Documentation
requirements for complete and accurate health records as required
by licensing, certifying, and accrediting agencies is also presented.
HITC-111
Professional Practicum I
(0,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisites: HLTH 101 - Healthcare Delivery Systems, HLTH
150 - Medical Terminology, HITC 105 - Introduction to Health
Information Technology.
This course will provide students with a supervised experience in
a Health Information Management department. Emphasis will be
placed on the primary functions of record content, assembly and
analysis, filing and retention of records. This practicum is designed
to allow students to apply technical knowledge and skills learned in
class to procedures performed in a health information management
department. Assignments are crafted to allow students to gain
exposure to today's health information practices.
HITC-152 Basic Coding ICD-9-CM
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: HLTH 107 - Pathophysiology, HLTH 109 Pharmacology.
Diagnostic coding is used to accurately identify the reason for the
physician service and support the medical necessity of services
rendered. This course earmarks the various tables and volumes
used, indicates the usage of ICD-9 for statistical and tracking
purposes, and identifies the unique skill sets specific to the
professional coding setting. Emphasis is placed on the principals of
coding and classification systems used in the assignment of valid
diagnostic and/or procedure codes.
HITC-154 Basic CPT-4 Coding
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: HLTH 107 - Pathophysiology, HLTH 109 Pharmacology.
CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) is a set of codes and
descriptions developed by the American Medical Association to
standardize the identification of services commonly provided by
physicians. This course introduces students to the basic concepts
and methodology associated with CPT coding, including:
terminology formatting, basic guidelines, and surgical package
concepts. Additionally, the role of CPT in HCPCS (Health Care
Financing Administration Common Procedural Coding System)
coding and the use of codes in reimbursement management will be
introduced.
HITC-155 Reimbursement Methodologies (2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: HITC 152 - Basic Coding ICD 9 CM, HITC 154 Basic CPT 4 Coding.
This course provides students the opportunity to learn the history,
rationale, and methodology of the systems used by third-party
payers to determine the reimbursement that health care providers
will receive. Reimbursement concepts include fee-for-service,
managed care, capitation systems, Diagnosis-Related Groups
(DRGs), Resource Based Relative Value Scale (RBRVS),
Ambulatory Payment Classifications (APCs), and related concepts.
The use of the charge description master (chargemaster) in
reimbursement will be discussed. The importance of compliance
with regulations and the related issues of fraud and abuse will also
be addressed.
HITC-156
Advanced Coding ICD-9-CM
& CPT-4
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: HITC 152 - Basic Coding ICD-9-CM, HITC 154 Basic Coding CPT-4.
This advanced course will cover medical necessity, coding issues
for specific body systems, and for general conditions. Students
should already possess a fundamental understanding of the CPT,
ICD-CM, and HCPCS coding principles at the start of this course.
Intensive coding application will be achieved through the use of
real medical records, case studies, and scenarios. Application will
include the use of an encoder. DRGs, APC's, RUGs, RBRVs, and
the Correct Coding Initiative (CCI) will also be covered in this
class. This coding class requires hands-on coding skills, knowledge
of the basic use of applicable codebooks are essential.
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HITC-200
Health Information
Systems & Technology
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: CISY 122 - Introduction to Information Systems,
HITC 111 - Professional Practicum I.
This course covers basic computer system architecture, file
structure, and design for health care settings. Topics include system
analysis, design, security, and selection for a variety of hardware
environments. This course provides students with a review of
computer fundamentals and the fundamentals of the electronic
health record and an introduction to the information systems life
cycle with software application. Security and confidentiality
issues, concerns and implications in relation to the electronic
health record will be addressed.
HITC-210
Health Data Reporting
& Analysis
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: MATH 110 - Statistics I, HITC 111 - Professional
Practicum I.
Corequisite: HITC 220 - Organizational Resource Management.
This course covers maintenance, compilation, analysis, and
presentation of health care statistics. Discussion is focused on the
use, collection, presentation, and verification of health care data
including fundamental concepts of descriptive statistics; data
validity and reliability; data presentation techniques; and vital
statistics. Students will be introduced to topics such as basic
statistical principles, morbidity and mortality, commonly
computed hospital rates, uniform reporting requirements, and
selection and construction of data displays. This course also
introduces principles of quality improvement philosophy,
including tools, data analysis/application, and related committee
functions; utilization management and risk management; and
credentialing, accreditation and regulation.
HITC-220
Organizational Resource
Management
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: HITC 111 - Professional Practicum I, ENGL 111 English I.
Corequisite: HITC 210 - Health Data Reporting & Analysis.
This course provides an overview of management and
supervision principles as applied to health care settings. In
particular, this course presents basic principles of management
services. Emphasis is placed on problem-solving and
communication skills related to planning, organization, directing,
controlling, and budgeting. Work simplification, in-service
education, writing of job descriptions and procedures, forms
revision and control, justification for and selection of supplies and
equipment are reviewed as well.
HITC-230 Professional Practicum II
(0,4) 2 Credits
Prerequisites: HITC 152 - Basic Coding ICD-9-CM, HITC 154 Basic CPT-4 Coding, HITC 200 - Health Information Systems
and Technologies, HITC 210 - Health Data Reporting &
Analysis, HITC 220 - Organizational Resource Management.
This course is the capstone course in Health Information
Technology. The second of two supervised practicum's designed to
allow students to apply technical knowledge and skills learned in
class to procedures performed in a health information management
department. Assignments focus on various types of health care
facilities to gain exposure to health information practices.
Emphasis will be placed on advanced functions of quality
improvement, legal aspects, coding and reimbursement, and
department management.
HITC-290 Medical Coding Internship
(0,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisites: HITC 156 - Advanced Coding ICD-9CM & CPT-4.
Students in this course will gain professional practice experience
applying advanced ICD-9-CM and CPT coding skills. Students
will code a variety of medical records from hospitals, physicians'
offices, and/or other health care settings as they complete assigned
projects outlined in their Internship manual. The training provided
in this course integrates coding and classification systems, health
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care functions, medical disease and treatment, and health care
reimbursement at an advanced level to prepare the student for
employment in the health information management industry as a
professional coder.
HISTORY
HIST-101
World Civilization I
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course is an introduction to world history from before the
Neolithic Revolution until about 1500, with emphasis on the
ancient, classical, and medieval worlds. Among the themes which
receive special focus are men and women, cities and civilization,
religion and society, and war and peace.
HIST-101H World Civilization I - Honors (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: GPA of 3.5 or permission of instructor.
A study of world history before 1500 with special attention to
such topics as: men and women, cities and civilization, religion
and society, and war and peace. The Honors course, as a smaller
class than the regular course, calls for greater student participation
at a more challenging level of discussion. Students do additional
readings besides the course textbooks. These normally include
historical fiction. In written assignments, students may be asked to
integrate sources from film and museum visits in addition to the
readings as they think about historical questions. Offered in the fall
semester.
HIST-102
World Civilization II
(3,0) 3 Credits
The course is an introduction to world history from about 1500 to
the present. Among the themes which receive special focus are
Politics and Religion, Economics and Ecology, Nationalism and
Internationalism, and Identity and Globalization.
HIST-102H World Civilization II - Honors (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: GPA of 3.5 or permission of instructor.
A study of world history since 1500, with special attention to
such topics as: economy and ecology, racism and nationalism, and
individuality and globalization. The Honors course, as a smaller
class than the regular course, calls for greater student participation
at a more challenging level of discussion. Additional readings may
include historical fiction. In written assignments, students may be
asked to integrate sources from film and museum visits in addition
to the readings as they think about historical questions. Offered in
the spring semester.
HIST-191
African-American History
(3,0) 3 Credits
This survey course examines the history of African and African
American ancestry. This course explores Africa pre-Colonialism
and concentrates on major themes in the history including the role
of slavery in the genesis of African American society, the
consequences of emancipation and industrialization, the effect of
migration, the development of African nationalism, the Civic
Rights movement, the effects of racism, and contemporary African
American culture. This course provides students with
understanding the significant role African Americans played in the
shaping of America and beyond. Students will be able to
understand how the past impacts on the present and the future.
HIST-201
US History: Beginnings to 1877 (3,0) 3 Credits
This class surveys American history beginning with its PreColumbian origins. It extends to the colonial period and then to the
Atlantic World forces that created revolution. The course continues
with the tensions inherent in a nation divided by region and vision
for the future. It ends with the climax of conflict that was the Civil
War, and the Reconstruction in its wake that left unsettled the issue
of civil rights. This course places US history in the context of
global events. In doing so, it examines the complex ways in which
the contours of the American experience have been both shaped by
global forces and conversely how the United States has influenced
the world. Moreover, the course investigates the expansion and
contraction of democracy as part of the longer-term process of
global revolutionary movements demanding freedom that began,
but not fully realized, with its own revolution.
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HIST-201H US History: Beginnings
to 1877 - Honors
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: GPA 3.5 or permission of instructor.
This class surveys American history beginning with its PreColumbian origins. It extends to the colonial period and then to the
Atlantic World forces that created revolution. The course continues
with the tensions inherent in a nation divided by region and vision
for the future. It ends with the climax of conflict that was the Civil
War, and the Reconstruction in its wake that left unsettled the issue
of civil rights. This course places US history in the context of
global events. In doing so, it examines the complex ways in which
the contours of the American experience have been both shaped by
global forces and conversely how the United States has influenced
the world. Moreover, the course investigates the expansion and
contraction of democracy as part of the longer-term process of
global revolutionary movements demanding freedom that began,
but not fully realized with its own revolution.
HIST-202
US History: 1877 to Present
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course surveys American history from the end of
Reconstruction through the present. It places US history in the
context of global events. In doing so, it examines the complex ways
in which the contours of the American experience have been
shaped by global forces and conversely how the United States has
influenced the world. Moreover, the course investigates the
expansion and contraction of democracy as part of the longer-term
process of global revolutionary movements demanding freedom
begun with the American Revolution of 1776.
HIST-202H US History: 1877
to Present - Honors
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: GPA of 3.5 or permission of instructor.
This class surveys American history from the end of
Reconstruction through the present. It places US history in the
context of global events. In doing so, it examines the complex ways
in which the contours of the American experience have been both
shaped by global forces and conversely how the United States has
influenced the world. Moreover, the course investigates the
expansion and contraction of democracy as part of the longer-term
process of global revolutionary movements demanding freedom
begun with the American Revolution of 1776.
HIST-204
Global Patterns of Racism
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
This team-taught course draws on texts in the social sciences,
history, and literature to survey the causes and manifestations of
racism in diverse cultures, as well as proactive responses to it. The
course will focus on racism in western and nonwestern cultures.
Case studies will include - but not be limited to - European
colonialism, slavery, social Darwinism and eugenics, apartheid and
segregation, anti-Semitism, and contemporary conflicts like
Rwanda and the former Yugoslavia. This course satisfies general
education requirements in humanities, literature, or social sciences.
It cannot be used as the sole social science course in a degree
program that has only one social science course requirement.
HIST-212
Asian Civilization
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: HIST 102 - World Civilization II.
A study of the history, philosophy, literature and art of Japan,
India and Southeast Asia from 2000 BC to the present.
HIST-259
History and Literature
of the Vietnam War
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
This interdisciplinary, team-taught course will examine the
history and the literature of the Vietnam War. It explores both the
antecedents of the war, in terms of European colonialism,
Vietnamese nationalism, and American foreign policy, as well as
pivotal moments such as the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution of 1964
and the Tet Offensive of 1968. It will study the history of the war,
the literature born out of this war and the relationships between this
literature and this conflict. Finally, it will consider the war's legacy:
its consequences and lessons, and the relevance of this legacy
today. Students may take this course for credit in English or
History.
HUMAN SERVICES
HMNS-102 Introduction to Social Work
& Social Welfare
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course will examine the profession of social work and the
development and implementation of social welfare programs. The
course will seek to identify the common trends, which tie together
social workers although they practice in a wide variety of settings
using multiple methodologies, and serve a highly varied clientele.
In addition, material on important subjects such as racism, cultural
pluralism, culture diversity, sexism, and the perception of the
clientele will be discussed in a relation to the development of social
welfare programs.
HMNS-110 Introduction to Disabilities
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course provides an overview of physical and developmental
disabilities with a social diversity practice model. It will examine
historical perspectives, assessment, accommodations, social and
emotional aspects, and relevant legislation impacting the lives of
children and adults with disabilities. The role of direct support
professionals in assisting individuals with disabilities and their
families across the lifespan will be addressed, with an emphasis on
schools and other community based settings. Offered in the fall
semester.
HMNS-201 Human Behavior and
the Social Environment
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: PSYC 103 - Introduction to Psychology or HMNS
102 - Introduction to Social Work & Social Welfare.
The course will examine individual, group, organizational and
societal theories of human development and their relevancy for
social work practice. Each semester students will use the theoretical
paradigms to analyze a selected social work or social welfare
problem using these perspectives. Fifteen hours of field
work/community service will be required. Offered in the spring
semester.
HMNS-204 Women and Minorities in the
Criminal Justice System
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: SOCI 101 - Introduction to Sociology or CRMJ 101
- Introduction to Criminal Justice.
This course provides in-depth examination of changing social
values about gender and race, an analysis of crime, inequality and
justice, a survey of women and minorities in law enforcement, an
assessment of women and minorities as criminals and as victims,
and an investigation of the impact of race and gender in
adjudication and sentencing. Special topics such as hate crimes,
sexual crimes and domestic violence will be examined.
HMNS-205 Interview and Counseling Skills (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: PSYC 103 - Introduction to Psychology or HMNS
102 - Introduction to Social Work & Social Welfare.
The course is designed to provide an opportunity to develop and
practice social work competencies and counseling techniques
interventions through role playing and community exploration.
Specific emphasis will be given to assessment instruments and
processes, professional documentation requirements, interviewing
techniques and preliminary counseling skills necessary in the
conduct of field practicum. In class and independent exercises will
focus on the development of effective verbal and written
communication skills necessary in human service settings. Offered
in the fall semester.
HMNS-207 Social Policy and Politics
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: HMNS 102 - Introduction to Social Work & Social
Welfare or CRMJ 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice.
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How does the government decide who gets what, if anything?
This course examines social policies in the U.S., past and present,
using a social justice frame work that asks: who bears the costs,
who receives the benefits, does everyone affected by this policy
have an equal voice, what are the rules, and ultimately, is this
policy fair? Topics covered include theories of poverty, the
redistribution of wealth, political philosophies, social security,
public assistance, human rights and other timely social policy
issues. Students will develop the skills and knowledge necessary to
interpret and evaluate the impact of social policies at the local, state
and federal level. Of particular emphasis for pre- social work
students will be a foundation for playing an active role in macro
level social work as advocates, educators and initiators of social
change. Offered in the spring semester.
HMNS-220 Introduction to Gerontology (3,0) 3 Credits
This course will provide an overview of the field of gerontology,
focusing on the physiological, psychological, and socioeconomic
aspects of aging. Among topics to be covered are health care and
costs, Alzheimer's disease, retirement policies, Social Security,
pensions, and intergenerational conflict. Students will become
familiar with the community resources available to assist older
adults, as well as the role of social work in supporting senior
citizens and their families in a variety of settings.
HMNS-240 Introduction to Special Education (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite or Corequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
This course examines the causes, the teacher's role in the
identification process, curricular approaches and appropriate
legislation with regard to special education issues for children and
young adults with disabilities. Various types of disabilities,
including mental retardation, learning disabilities, attention
deficit/hyperactivity disorder, communication disorders, hearing
and visual impairments, physical disabilities and giftedness are
introduced. The changing field of special education is examined
with particular emphasis on the early childhood and elementary
education years. The impact of these changes toward greater
diversity and inclusion on children, families, educators, and the
community are also considered. The course addresses the various
transitions and support needs of families and students with
disabilities as they move from early intervention, to preschool,
elementary, secondary and transition to post-secondary education
and adult life. Special emphasis is placed on person centered
planning, strategies that promote inclusion and linkages with adult
service providers. Offered in the spring semester.
HMNS-290 Internship in Human Services I (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: HMNS 201 - Human Behavior and the Social
Environment and HMNS 205 - Interviewing and Counseling;
permission of instructor.
An internship provides the opportunity for experiential learning
through student involvement in a local social service agency. This
course is designed to provide a bridge between the concepts
learned in previous Human Services courses and the practical
application of these concepts in a direct practice human service
setting. A variety of field experiences are available to meet areas of
student interest including work with the homeless population, atrisk youth, the elderly, individuals with traumatic brain injuries and
other disabilities, and other non-profit sectors. Students will spend
a minimum of 80 hours in a field setting and assume an active role
in the delivery of services of that organization. A job description
and individualized learning outcomes are established at the outset
between the student, instructor and field site supervisor to ensure a
clear understanding of the student's role and the competencies to be
developed through the field experience.
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HMNS-291 Internship in Human Services II (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: HMNS 290 - Internship in Human Services I or permission of instructor.
This internship would provide the opportunity to develop more
sophisticated clinical skills or the exploration of an additional area
of interest through student involvement in a local social service
agency following the completion of HMNS 290. A variety of field
experiences are available to meet areas of student interest including
work with the homeless population, at-risk youth, the elderly,
individuals with traumatic brain injuries and other disabilities, and
other non-profit sectors. Students will spend a minimum of 80
hours in a field setting and assume an active role in the delivery of
services of the organization. A job description and individualized
learning outcomes are established at the outset between the student,
instructor and field site supervisor to ensure a clear understanding
of the student's role and the competencies to be developed through
the field experience.
HUMANITIES
HUMN-103 Introduction to Folklore
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course examines folklore from around the world. The course
is a survey of folklore from verbal forms such as Christmas rituals.
The course will touch on folklore globally and within the students
own lives, including variation among groups. Emphasis is placed
on the different ways in which folklorists gather and interpret data.
HUMN-240 Special Topics in the Humanities (3,0) 3 Credits
Special Topics in the Humanities provides an opportunity for indepth exploration and analysis of selected topics and a specific
theme from semester to semester. The course exposes the student
to a special topic in the humanities using original text materials in
a small class environment where they will be actively engaged in
their learning. Special topics may include: Islamic Culture and
Literature, Area Studies, International Relations, History, etc.
INTERDISCIPLINARY
INTD-101
Social Change, Technology
& Internet
(2,1) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
An exploration of technology's impact on modern society
designed to stimulate, and provoke awareness of current issues in
human communication and interaction as well as the ethical and
legal dynamics of using the internet and other current technologies.
INTD-245
Introduction to Special Education: Elementary
and Secondary Years
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
This course examines the causes, the teacher's role in the
identification process, curricular approaches, and appropriate
legislation with regard to special education issues in grades K-12.
Various types of exceptionalities, including mental retardation,
learning disabilities, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder,
communication disorders, hearing and visual impairments,
physical disabilities and giftedness, and transitions into adulthood
are introduced. The changing field of special education and the
impact on children, families, educators, and the community are
also explored. Additionally, the course encompasses aspects of
biology, physiology, genetics, and social development as related to
exceptionality. Students who earn credit for INTD 245 will not be
given credit for INTD 240.
INTERIOR DESIGN
IDTC-100 Design Studio I
(2,2 ) 3 Credits
This course is an introduction to residential design. Project
analysis, programming, conceptual design, space planning, design
development and interior elements that apply to residential room
design will be stressed.
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IDTC-101
History of Furniture
and Interiors I
(2,2) 3 Credits
This course focuses on interiors, architecture and art from the
early Renaissance, 1500 to 1600, through the Regency Period,
1810 to 1837. Emphasis is placed on the history of church interiors
with an introduction of Italian Renaissance form.
IDTC-200 Design Studio II
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: IDTC 100 - Design Studio I.
This course is a continuation of the study of interior design.
More complex residential design problems will be addressed. The
client/designer relationship is introduced and emphasis is based on
the needs of the client.
IDTC-201
History of Furniture
and Interiors II
(2,2) 3 Credits
This course focuses on American furniture, interiors and
architecture form the late 1700's to the present. Emphasis is placed
on Modernism, Post-Modernism, Arts and Crafts and historical
influences on modern design.
IDTC-202
Textiles, Finishes and Materials (2,2) 3 Credits
This course examines architectural and interior finish materials
and furnishings, their application and performance. Safety and
other code requirements for commercial and residential application
are surveyed. Students will learn to identify materials and finishes.
IDTC-204 Lighting for Interiors
(2,2) 3 Credits
Lighting for Interiors is an introduction into the exciting world of
lighting, where science and art are blended together in one form.
Color theory, lamps (light bulbs), the behavior of light and our
behavior toward light will be introduced with the goal of a working
vocabulary and understanding of light as a medium.
IDTC-205
Trade Codes and
Business Practices
(2,2) 3 Credits
Students will study the International Residential Code provisions
applicable to interior design in one-and-two family dwellings.
Topics to be covered include permits, inspections, foundation
requirements, wood construction, exits, fire-resistive construction,
glazing, interior finishes, ventilation, and natural light provisions.
Other codes will also be reviewed such as The National Electric
Code, The International Fire Code and NFPA standards, the NJ
Rehab code and the Fair Housing Design standards.
IDTC-230 Design Studio III
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: IDTC 200 - Design Studio II.
This studio course will provide a general overview of the contract
(commercial) field of interior design. The course will emphasize
key elements of non-residential spaces. It will exhibit the interplay
of site location, programming, furniture, lighting and materials.
IDTC-240 Design Studio IV
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: IDTC 230 - Design Studio III.
This studio course will concentrate on larger commercial spaces,
providing additional detail information regarding space planning
and programming codes in commercial spaces. It will explore the
relationships between architect, contracts, and designers, budgets
and scheduling.
VCTC-100 Drawing & Perspective
(2,2) 3 Credits
Students will learn basic shading, rendering, lighting, perspective
and composition to make objects come to life. Interiors, still life
and figures will be covered along with a wide variety of media.
VCTC-103 Color Theory
(2,2) 3 Credits
Students will learn the practical approach to color. They will
learn practical approaches to color including consonance,
dissonance and discord. Color mixing, harmonies and various color
theories will be stressed. Students will be able to approach color in
a practical manner.
VCTC-211 Marker Rendering/Presentation (2,2) 3 Credits
A practical and modern approach in the use of markers as a
rendering medium. Students will render architecturally based
subjects, objects, interiors, figures and create effectively rendered
presentations.
ITALIAN STUDIES
ITAL-101
Introduction to Italian I
(3,1) 3 Credits
The course will introduce students to the fundamental structures
of the Italian language and will develop the four language skills of
listening, speaking, reading and writing. The course is designed for
students with no knowledge of Italian. Native speakers and students
with successful completion of two or more years of Italian (within
the past five years) cannot receive credit for this course. Classes
include three hours of instruction and one hour of laboratory
activities per week.
ITAL-102
Introduction to Italian II
(3,1) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ITAL 101 - Introduction to Italian I or appropriate
placement test score.
This course is the continuation of Italian 101 (Introduction to
Italian I) and is designed for students with one college semester of
Italian or two years in high school. The primary goal of the course
is to develop effective reading and writing strategies. Students will
expand and deepen their knowledge gained in class activities
through various exercises given as homework. In-class exercises
are supplemented by work in the laboratory.
ITAL-201
Intermediate Italian I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ITAL 102 - Introduction to Italian II or permission of
instructor.
Designed for the student with some knowledge of the Italian
language. Writing and reading will be given additional emphasis.
ITAL-202
Intermediate Italian II
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ITAL 201 - Intermediate Italian I or permission of
instructor.
A continuation of Intermediate Italian I. The student will do more
reading and writing.
MARKETING/RETAIL
MRKT-101 Principles of Marketing
(3,0) 3 Credits
Principles of Marketing explores the entire marketing process
including internal and external variables which affect the marketing
of a product and/or service. The components of an organization's
strategic marketing program, including how to plan, price, promote,
and distribute goods and services, will be explored. This course
provides the foundation necessary for the more advanced marketing
courses; the course will cover a range of topics including marketing
research, consumer behavior and global marketing.
MRKT-120 Consumer Behavior
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MRKT 101 - Principles of Marketing or permission
of instructor.
Consumer Behavior provides a study of the behavior consumers
display in searching for, purchasing and evaluating products,
services and ideas which satisfy their needs. The study of consumer
behavior focuses on how individuals make decisions to spend their
available resources (time and money) on consumption related
products. The course will examine how various disciplines such as:
psychology, sociology, cultural anthropology, and economics,
influences consumer behavior. Offered in the fall semester.
MRKT-202 E-Commerce
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MRKT 101 - Principles of Marketing or permission
of instructor.
To succeed in today's dynamic business environment, a
marketing manager must understand how electronic business
systems can enhance a business's relationship with its customers.
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This course explores the complexities of electronic commerce.
Business opportunities, challenges, and management strategies for
success will be examined. Offered in the spring semester.
MRKT-205 Direct and Interactive Marketing (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MRKT 101 - Principles of Marketing or permission
of instructor.
This course introduces students to the basic principles and
practices of direct and interactive marketing. Topics include
customer databases, direct mail, list management, business-tobusiness marketing and lead generation as well as marketing
research for direct marketers. Emphasis will be placed on the
central role of the business-to- business and consumer markets in
terms of the firm's marketing strategy and the development of the
student's critical thinking skills and abilities to focus on such tools
for a successful marketing outcome.
MRKT-211 Retailing
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MRKT 101 - Principles of Marketing or permission
of instructor.
Retailing examines the operations and management of various
types of retailing entities. The course covers basic retail
management strategies, merchandise planning, sales promotion,
customer service, and control practices. The course will also focus
on social and technological issues pertaining to retailing.
MRKT-221 Selling & Sales Management (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MRKT 101 - Principles of Marketing or permission
of instructor.
This course examines the fundamental elements of the sales
function. It integrates the development of skills associated with the
job of professional selling with an examination of the role of the
sales manager. Topics include: techniques of selling and
persuasion, building and maintaining relationships with clients,
ethical and legal issues, sales forecasting, territory management,
selection of sales personnel, and training, motivating, evaluating
and rewarding the sales force. Offered in the fall semester.
MRKT-231 Advertising
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MRKT 101 - Principles of Marketing or permission
of instructor.
This course provides a basic understanding of the field of
Advertising. Topics to be covered include: procedures and policies
for planning and preparation of advertising, selection of media,
coordination of advertising, sales promotion and display. Offered
in the spring semester.
MRKT-292 Capstone Internship
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: BUSI 111 - Introduction to Business
Administration, 9 credits in Marketing including MRKT 101 Principles of Marketing and MRKT 120 - Consumer Behavior
and either MRKT 221 - Selling & Sales Management or MRKT
211 - Retailing or MRKT 231 - Advertising or MRKT 202 - ECommerce or MRKT 205 - Direct & Interactive Marketing.
This course is designed to be a capstone course for the AAS
degree program in Marketing. This course consists of an internship
with an off-campus organization (profit, not-for-profit, or
government agency) to enable the student the opportunity to
synthesize the theoretical learning of the classroom with a practical
work situation. The course requires an optimum of 20 hours per
week supervised and coordinated by a faculty member. Students
must submit the required course documents as well as be evaluated
by their employer on their job performance.
MATHEMATICS
MATH-002 Math Study Skills
(1,0) 1 Non-Credits
This is a seven-week course designed to help students learn the
necessary study skills needed to succeed in mathematics. The
topics include reducing math test anxiety, improving note-taking
skills, improving study techniques and improving math test-taking
skills. This is a pass/fail course.
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MATH-013 Arithmetic I: Computation(1,1) 2 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: Appropriate score on the placement test.
This is the first in a sequence of two courses designed to
strengthen computational skills without the aid of a calculator and
to review arithmetic concepts in preparation for the study of
algebra. The course meets for seven weeks and includes a weekly
2-hour lab component. Students move through the course in a
lecture-lab environment. Topics include addition, subtraction,
multiplication and division of whole numbers, fractions and
decimals, with an emphasis on order of operations. Exponent and
square root notations are also included.
MATH-014 Arithmetic II: Proportional
Reasoning
(1,1) 2 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 013 - Arithmetic I: Computation or
appropriate score on the placement test.
This is the second in a sequence of two courses designed to
strengthen computational skills and to review arithmetic concepts
in preparation for college work. The course meets for seven weeks
and includes a weekly 2-hour lab component. Students move
through the course in a lecture-lab environment. Topics include
ratios, proportions, percents, systems of measurement, geometry
formulas and introduction to signed numbers. Students are also
introduced to the use of the calculator when working with
measurement and geometry.
MATH-020 Elementary Algebra
(4,0) 4 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 014 - Arithmetic II: Proportional Reasoning
or appropriate score on placement test.
This course is designed to provide an introduction to and
development of elementary algebra concepts. Topics include
exponents, polynomials, factoring, solving first degree equations
and inequalities, rational and radical expressions, quadratic
equations, techniques of graphing, systems of equations and
applications.
MATH-020W Elementary Algebra
with Workshop
(6,0) 6 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 014 - Arithmetic II: Proportional Reasoning
or appropriate score on placement test.
This course is designed to provide an introduction to and
development of elementary Algebra. Topics include exponents,
polynomials, factoring, solving first degree equations and
inequalities, rational and radical expressions, quadratic equations,
techniques of graphing, systems of equations and applications.
MATH-030 Intermediate Algebra
(4,0) 4 Non-Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 020 - Elementary Algebra or appropriate
score on placement test.
This course is for the student whose high school preparation in
Algebra or placement score indicates insufficient knowledge or
skill for success in college courses in statistics or precalculus. The
course meets four hours each week;three hours in a lecture setting
and one hour in guided study sessions. The topics include solving
linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, graphing linear and
quadratic equations, rational and radical expressions, integer and
rational exponents, absolute value equations, introduction to
functions and their graphs and systems of linear equations.
MATH-100 Finite Math
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 020 - Elementary Algebra or satisfactory
score on placement test. MATH 025 - Algebra Mod 4, MATH 026
- Algebra Transition Course, or MATH 030 - Intermediate
Algebra may also serve as a prerequisite.
This course presents simplified but realistic versions of
applications to real-world models, especially in business situations.
Emphasis is placed on computational skills, ideas, and problem
solving rather than on mathematical theory. Topics include systems
of equations, matrices, linear programming, probability, statistics,
and finance.
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MATH-101 Number Systems
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: MATH 020 - Elementary Algebra or satisfactory
score on placement test. MATH 025 - Algebra Mod 4, MATH 026
- Algebra Transition Course, or MATH 030 - Intermediate
Algebra may also serve as a prerequisite.
A survey course designed to serve the needs of liberal arts majors.
Topics include systems of enumeration, sets and set operations,
logic, problem solving strategies, modular arithmetic, Euclidean
geometry, and number theory. This course will not satisfy the
mathematics requirements for students in science, mathematics,
and business administration programs.
MATH-102 Problem Solving Strategies
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 020 - Elementary Algebra or satisfactory
score on a placement test. MATH 025 - Algebra Mod 4, MATH
026 - Algebra Transition Course, or MATH 030 - Intermediate
Algebra may also serve as a prerequisite.
This course is designed as a transfer course for students seeking
degrees in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education.
Emphasis is placed on computational skills, problem solving and
teaching via a hands-on approach. Topics include number theory,
probability, statistics, functions, geometry, and measurement.
MATH-103C Quantitative Literacy
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: MATH 020 - Elementary Algebra, MATH 023 Algebra MOD II or an equivalent score on the placement test.
This course builds upon algebra to cover mathematical concepts
such as functions, logarithms, personal finance, statistics,
probability, and their applications. It develops students' ability to
reason with quantitative information. Topics include using data,
functions, and graphs as they relate to fiscal, environmental, and
health applications, quantitative reasoning and statistical thinking.
MATH-110 Statistics I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: MATH 030 - Intermediate Algebra, or MATH 025 Algebra Mod 4 Rational & Radical Behavior, or appropriate
score on math placement test.
This is a first course in statistics that introduces the student to the
methods and uses of statistical research. Topics include descriptive
displays and analysis, classical probability, the normal distribution,
the sampling distribution of the mean, and inferences concerning
means p-values.
MATH-111 Statistics II
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 110 - Statistics I.
This course is a continuation of Statistics I. Topics include
description and analysis of bivariate data, regression and
correlation, inferences in regression, chi-square procedures,
inferences in two means and proportions, simple experimental
design, analysis of variance, and optional non-parametric tests.
MATH-112 Precalculus I
(3,1) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 030 - Intermediate Algebra, or MATH 025 Algebra Mod 4: Rational and Radical Behavior, or appropriate
score on the math placement test.
This course is designed as the first semester of a two semester
sequence for students preparing to study calculus. This course
consists of a weekly 1-hour lab. Topics include the study of
polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions and
other topics from algebra.
MATH-113 Precalculus II
(3,1) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 112 - Precalculus I.
This course is designed as the second semester of a two semester
sequence for students preparing to study calculus. This course
consists of a weekly 1-hour lab. Topics include the study of
trigonometric functions and other topics from trigonometry and
analytic geometry.
MATH-114H Precalculus - Honors
(5,1) 5 Credits
Prerequisites: GPA of 3.5 or permission of instructor. MATH 030 Intermediate Algebra or MATH 025 - Algebra Mod 4: Rational &
Radical Behavior, or appropriate score on math placement test.
This is an honors course designed for students preparing to study
calculus. This course consists of a weekly 1-hour lab. The material
covered in this course combines the material in BOTH MATH 112
Precalculus I and MATH 113 Precalculus II. Topics include the
study of polynomial, rational, logarithmic, exponential, and
trigonometric functions and other topics from algebra,
trigonometry and analytic geometry. Students who successfully
complete Precalculus Honors can proceed into the study of
calculus.
MATH-115H Summations, Sequence,
Series - Honors
(1,0) 1 Credits
Corequisites: GPA of 3.5 or permission of instructor. MATH 112 Precalculus I, or MATH 113 - Precalculus II, or MATH 114H Precalculus Honors.
This course is designed as an honors component to supplement
existing courses at the precalculus level. This course is intended to
provide students with exposure to relevant ideas for future courses
in Calculus. Topics include arithmetic and geometric sequences and
sums, infinite series, the binomial theorem, mathematical
induction, permutations, combinations and probability. Offered in
the fall semester.
MATH-116H Introduction to Limits - Honors (1,0) 1 Credits
Corequisites: GPA of 3.5 or permission of instructor. MATH 112 Precalculus I, or MATH 113 - Precalculus II, or MATH 114H Precalculus Honors.
This course is designed as an honors component to supplement
existing courses at the precalculus level. The course is intended to
provide students with exposure to relevant ideas for future courses
in Calculus. Topics include intuitive concept of the limit of a
function, introduction to the delta epsilon definition, limits at
infinity, continuity, and the Intermediate Value Theorem. Offered in
the spring semester.
MATH-117H Statistics - Honors
(5,1) 5 Credits
Prerequisites: GPA of 3.5 or permission of the instructor. MATH
030 - Intermediate algebra, or MATH 025 - Algebra Mod 4, or
appropriate score on math placement test.
This is an honors course designed for students requiring two
semesters of Statistics. The material covered in this course
combines the material in BOTH MATH 110 Statistics I and MATH
111 Statistics II. This course introduces the student to the methods
and uses of statistical research. Topics include descriptive displays
and analysis, classical probability, the normal distribution, the
sampling distribution of the mean, inferences concerning means,
critical values, and p-values (Statistics I). Other topics include
description and analysis of vivariate data, regression and
correlation, inferences in regression, chi-square procedures,
inferences in two means and proportions, simple experimental
design, analysis of variance, and optional non-parametric tests
(Statistics II).
MATH-118H Introduction to
Experimental Design
(1,0) 1 Credits
Prerequisite or Corequisite: GPA of 3.5 or permission of the
instructor. MATH 111 - Statistics II, or MATH 117H - Statistics
Honors.
This is an honors component to supplement the existing MATH
117H Statistics Honors or MATH 111 Statistics II courses. Students
will become familiar with the concepts and techniques of
experimental design within the context of a research situation.
Students will learn to incorporate statistical software to interpret
more complicated designs.
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MATH-124H Mathematical Thinking - Honors (1,0) 1 Credits
Prerequisite or Corequisite: GPA of 3.5 or permission of
instructor. MATH 150 - Applied Calculus or MATH 151 Calculus I.
This course is designed to introduce students to the techniques of
understanding and writing mathematical proof. Emphasis is on
analyzing and writing proofs. Problems from a variety of
mathematical areas are considered. Topics include set notation and
operations, proof techniques, and induction.
MATH-150 Applied Calculus
(4,0) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 113 - Precalculus II, MATH 114H Precalculus Honors or a satisfactory score on a placement test.
A one-semester course in Calculus as applied to business,
economics, the behavioral sciences, the social sciences, and
biology. Topics include the basic principles of limits, continuity,
derivatives of algebraic, trigonometric, exponential and
logarithmic functions; the study of antiderivatives; the integral of
algebraic, trigonometric, and exponential functions; and
applications of the integral. Credit will not be given for both
Applied Calculus and Calculus I.
MATH-151 Calculus I
(3,2) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: Three-and-one-half years of college preparatory
mathematics including Trigonometry and a satisfactory score on
a placement test, or MATH 113 - Precalculus II or MATH 114H Precalculus Honors.
Introductory calculus with a technology-based computer
laboratory component. Topics include limits, differentiation,
applications of derivatives, integration, the Fundamental Theorem
of Calculus, and logarithmic, exponential, and other transcendental
functions. The Honors Option is available for this course.
MATH-152 Calculus II
(3,2) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 151 - Calculus I.
The second semester of a three-semester sequence of
introductory calculus with a technology-based computer
laboratory. Topics include integration techniques, integration
applications in various coordinate systems, indeterminate forms,
improper integrals, and infinite series. The Honors Option is
available for this course.
MATH-251 Calculus III
(3,2) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 152 - Calculus II.
Third semester of calculus with a technology-based computer
laboratory. Topics include vectors, vector-valued functions, curves
in space, functions of two or more variables, partial differentiation,
multiple integrals, line integrals, Green's Theorem, Divergence
Theorem, and Stokes' Theorem. The Honors Option is available for
this course.
MATH-254 Differential Equations
(4,0) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 152 - Calculus II.
A course in methods for solving ordinary differential equations
including use of Laplace transforms, series and numerical
procedures.
MATH-255 Discrete Mathematics
(4,0) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 152 - Calculus II.
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of algebra and
logic that are needed for computer science. It includes sets,
relations, functions and proofs by induction along with their
applications to problems in computer science. Offered in the spring
semester.
MATH-256 Linear Algebra
(4,0) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 152 - Calculus II.
Includes systems of linear equations, real and complex matrix
algebra, determinants, vector spaces, inner product spaces, linear
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transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors and their
applications to engineering, management and social science.
Offered in the fall semester.
MATH-299 Special Topics in Mathematics (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor and one of the
following: MATH 110 - Statistics I or MATH 112 - Precalculus I
or appropriate math placement score. Additional prerequisites
that are topic specific may apply.
The course provides an opportunity for students to study selected
mathematical topics that are not covered in any other math courses
offered at RVCC. The special topics in mathematics are defined by
the instructor and vary from semester to semester. Since the special
topics vary per semester and the description of the special topic is
not in the course catalog, students can obtain the course description
of the special topic from the course schedule per semester.
MEDICAL ASSISTING
MATC-111
Administrative Medical
Assistant Principles
(5,4) 7 Credits
Corequisites: BIOL 120 - Human Biology, HLTH 150 Terminology, ENGL 111 - English I.
Mathematics Proficiency - Math proficiency through MATH 020.
Technology Competency - Select a course from the appropriate
category of the General Education list. This requirement may also
be met by passing of the Technology Competency Exam (no
Credit).
This course is designed to offer the student the necessary
administrative theory and lab practice to become a competent
medical assistant in an entry-level position. In addition to basic
administrative skills, areas covered will include an overview of the
healthcare industry, professional behavior in the workplace,
interpersonal relationships, verbal and non-verbal communication
skills, legal and ethical issues, and emergency telephone triage
procedures.
MATC-116 Phlebotomy Theory and Lab (1,0) 1 Credits
Prerequisites: MATC 111 - Administrative Medical Assistant
Principles, BIOL 120 - Human Biology, HLTH 150 - Medical
Terminology, ENGL 111 - English I.
Corequisites: HLTH 107 - Pathophysiology, HLTH 109 Pharmacology, MATC 121 - Clinical Medical Assistant
Principles.
This course is designed to provide the student with the necessary
theory and instruction in phlebotomy techniques. Upon completion
of this course, the student will possess an orientation to basic
phlebotomy procedures including equipment and techniques used
for capillary puncture, venipuncture, and bleeding times. Other
topics covered include infectious diseases and their prevention;
professionalism and total quality in phlebotomy services; and
medicolegal issues and health law procedures.
MATC-121 Clinical Medical
Assistant Principles
(5,4) 7 Credits
Prerequisites: MATC 111 - Administrative Medical Assistant
Principles, BIOL 120 - Human Biology, HLTH 150 - Medical
Terminology, ENGL 111 - English I.
Corequisites: MATC 116 - Phlebotomy Theory & Lab, HLTH 109
- Pharmacology, HLTH 107 - Pathophysiology.
This course is designed to offer the student the necessary clinical
theory and lab practice to become a competent medical assistant in
an entry-level position. Basic clinical skills covered in this course
include vital signs and patient assessment; nutrition; patient
education and health promotion; infection control; surgical asepsis;
surgical supplies, instruments and assisting with surgical
procedures; assisting with a primary physical exam and specialty
exams; and assisting in the clinical laboratory and with the analysis
of urine and blood.
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MATC-128 Medical Assistant Professional
Practicum
(6,0) 6 Credits
Prerequisites: MATC 121 - Clinical Medical Assistant Principles
MATC 116 - Phlebotomy Theory & Lab, HLTH 107 Pathophysiology, HLTH 109 - Pharmacology.
The Professional Practicum course is designed to provide the
medical assistant student with administrative and clinical
experience in the medical assisting field. The practicum site will
provide the student with a broad base of "hands on" experiences.
Emphasis is placed on preparing the student to perform safely and
competently in an administrative and clinical environment.
Students are to maintain a consistent level of professionalism,
appearance, and attendance throughout the entire practicum.
Students will sign a statement at the beginning of the practicum
advising them that they will not be paid for practicum services and
that they must provide their own transportation to the practicum
site.
MUSIC
MUSC-101 Fundamentals of Music
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course provides preparation for vocal or instrumental
performance, further study of music theory, and for elementary or
early childhood education. It is designed for students with little or
no prior understanding of music fundamentals, who wish to learn
to read, write and comprehend music notation. Topics include pitch
and rhythmic notation, scales, intervals, key and meter signatures,
music symbols, basic aspects of melodic and harmonic
construction, examination of the elements of music, and an
introduction to ear training, sight-singing and the piano keyboard.
MUSC-102 Introduction to Music
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course is recommended as an introductory course designed
to increase the student's enjoyment and understanding of music.
Introduction to Music is for students with little or no previous
musical background as well as for beginning music majors.
Students will learn enhanced listening skills with which to
experience both recorded and live performances; they will learn to
approach music's historical, sociological, cultural, and biographical
contexts; and they will gain knowledge of the many traditions of
music: art and folk music, Western (European classical) and nonWestern (World) music, and American (classical, jazz, and popular)
music. Attendance at live performances is required.
MUSC-103
Rock N’ Roll
History and Culture
(3,0) 3 Credits
This is an introductory course which traces the history of Rock N'
Roll music from its rise as a blending of White and AfricanAmerican music traditions amidst the youth-oriented culture of
post-World War II America to its subsequent diversification and
internationalization. This history will be viewed in the context of
the political, historical, demographic, cultural and technological
forces at work in the modern and post-modern world. The course
will also encourage the development of qualitative and quantitative
listening skills and will incorporate extensive use of recorded
musical examples. Students will be expected to complete listening
and research assignments. Offered in the fall semester.
MUSC-105 Survey of Jazz Music
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course is a survey of Jazz music which gives an overview of
its development and repertory. Students will gain an understanding
of Jazz as an art form, from its roots in Dixieland to Swing, Bebop,
Cool Jazz, Hard Bob, Fusion and current trends. Major innovators
and cultural contexts will also be explored. Students will be
required to attend and critique off-campus Jazz performances.
Offered in the spring semester.
MUSC-111 Music Theory I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MUSC 101 - Fundamentals of Music or equivalent
training.
Corequisite: MUSC 113 - Musicianship I.
This course is designed primarily for music majors and for others
with adequate background. Interested students are advised to
interview with the music faculty before enrolling. Theory I, II, III
and IV must be taken in sequence. Music Theory I contains a
review of fundamentals: notation, scales, modes, intervals, keys
and tonality; study of basic melody and harmony; melodic
organization, cadences, non-harmonic tones; instruments and
voices; species counterpoint; 4-part writing and harmonic
progressions.
MUSC-112 Music Theory II
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: MUSC 111 - Music Theory I and MUSC 113 Musicianship I.
Corequisite: MUSC 114 - Musicianship II.
This course is for music majors and others with adequate
background. Theory I, II, III, and IV and Musicianship I, II, III, and
IV (co-requisites) must be taken in sequence. This course is a
continuation of Theory I. Students will study four-part harmony,
modulation, 7th chords of all types, appropriate elements of
analysis for various musical styles, basic species counterpoint,
voice leading and two- and three-part forms. Offered in the spring
and summer semesters.
MUSC-113 Musicianship I
(1,1) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: MUSC-101 Fundamentals of Music.
Corequisite: MUSC-111 Music Theory I.
Music Theory I, II, III and IV and Musicianship I, II, III, and IV
must be taken in sequence and are designed for music majors and
others with adequate background. Musicianship I will develop
skills in music reading, sight singing, ear training, and keyboard
harmony.
MUSC-114 Musicianship II
(1,1) 1 Credits
Prerequisites: MUSC 111 - Music Theory I and MUSC 113 Musicianship I.
Corequisite: MUSC 112 - Music Theory II.
This course must be taken in conjunction with Music Theory II
(MUSC 112). Music Theory I, II, III, and IV and Musicianship I, II,
III, and IV must be taken in sequence and are designed for music
majors and others with adequate background. Musicianship II will
continue the development of skills in music reading, sight singing,
ear training and keyboard harmony, singing, dictation and keyboard
harmony. Offered in the spring and summer semesters.
MUSC-121 Keyboard Skills I
(1,2) 2 Credits
This course will develop the basic skills of keyboard playing,
music reading, and keyboard techniques such as scales, chords,
hand position and fingering. Beginning exercises and introductory
piano literature will be assigned. The course is designed for the
student with little or no prior keyboard experience.
MUSC-122 Keyboard Skills II
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: MUSC 121 - Keyboard Skills I or equivalent
training.
This course is a continuation of Keyboard Skills I, advancing the
skills of keyboard playing, music reading and theory, keyboard
techniques, and appropriate repertory.
MUSC-123 Voice Class I
(1,2) 2 Credits
This is an introductory level course designed to begin the
development of vocal potential and to lay a foundation for proper
vocal production. Materials studied may include vocal exercises,
folk songs, English and Italian art songs, popular standards and
musical theatre selections. Repertory will be assigned according to
the student's needs, abilities and preferences. This course is
designed primarily for persons with little or no singing experience
(music majors with voice as their primary instrument should enroll
in Applied Music/private instruction). The ability to read music is
helpful but not required. Voice I is the first of a four semester
sequence.
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MUSC-124 Voice Class II
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: MUSC 123 - Voice Class I or equivalent training.
This course is a continuation of Voice Class I and is intended to
be the second of a four-semester sequence. It is designed to further
develop vocal production. Materials studied may include vocal
exercises, English, Italian and German or French art songs, popular
standards, and musical theatre selections. Repertory will be
assigned according to the student's needs, abilities and preferences.
MUSC-125 Guitar Class I
(1,2) 2 Credits
Guitar Class I teaches the basic skills of guitar playing including
music theory, technique exercises, chord forms and rhythms.
Level I reading etudes and songs will be assigned for classroom
performance. This class is designed for students with little or no
previous guitar background. Music majors whose primary
instrument is guitar should enroll in Applied Music/private lessons.
Students must provide their own guitars (acoustic or electric with
amplifiers).
MUSC-126 Guitar Class II
(1,1) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: MUSC 125 - Guitar Class I or permission of the
instructor.
This course is a continuation of Guitar Class I. Guitar level 2
reading, theory and performance will be taught. Students will be
able to perform scales, chords, etudes, chordal accompaniments
and other assigned repertoire. Students must provide their own
guitars (acoustic or electric with amplifier). Music majors, whose
primary instrument is guitar, should enroll in Applied Music/
private instruction. Offered in the spring semester.
MUSC-131
Applied Music: Primary
Instrument I
(1,0) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: Audition with private instructor. All students interested in these courses must interview with the music department
faculty before enrolling.
This course provides credit for individual performance study on
an instrument or voice with a member of the music faculty or with
a private teacher (off-campus) approved by the music faculty. An
audition with this teacher will be mandatory. It is designed
primarily for the music major for advanced study on their primary
instrument or for those with adequate background. The instruction
may be in piano, harpsichord, organ, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon,
saxophone, horn, trumpet, trombone, tuba, violin, viola, cello,
string bass, harp, guitar, bass guitar, percussion or voice. Students
will arrange with the applied instructor for a minimum of twelve
weekly lessons during the semester. The performance study is
intended to prepare the music option student for a transfer program
entrance audition and for advanced applied music study.
Repertory studied will vary according to the student's instrument or
voice and performance level. Students are required to perform for
a faculty jury each semester and to perform in at least one student
recital a year. Attendance at student recitals is required. Fees for the
weekly lessons will be paid directly to the private instructor.
MUSC-132
Applied Music: Primary
Instrument II
(1,0) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: Audition with private instructor. All students interested in these courses must interview with the music department
faculty before enrolling.
This course provides credit for individual performance study on
an instrument or voice with a member of the music faculty or with
a private teacher (off-campus) approved by the music faculty. An
audition with this teacher will be mandatory. It is designed
primarily for the music major for advanced study on their primary
instrument or for those with adequate background. The instruction
may be in piano, harpsichord, organ, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon,
saxophone, horn, trumpet, trombone, tuba, violin, viola, cello,
string bass, harp, guitar, bass guitar, percussion or voice. Students
will arrange with the applied instructor for a minimum of twelve
weekly lessons during the semester. The performance study is
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intended to prepare the music option student for a transfer program
entrance audition and for advanced applied music study. Repertory
studied will vary according to the student's instrument or voice and
performance level. Students are required to perform for faculty jury
each semester and to perform in at least one student recital a year.
Attendance at student recitals is required. Fees for the weekly
lessons will be paid directly to the private instructor.
MUSC-133
Applied Music: Secondary
Instrument I
(0,1) 1 Credits
Consultation with and approval by the RVCC music faculty is
required for official private study of a secondary instrument. An
audition for the intended private instructor will likely be required.
This course is for music majors with adequate background. This
course provides credit for individual performance study on an
instrument or voice with a member of the music faculty or a private
teacher (off-campus) approved by the music faculty. It is essential
that music majors focus their expertise on their primary instrument
in preparation for college audition, but it may be appropriate for
some to maintain private lessons on a secondary instrument as
well. Students will arrange with a private instructor for a minimum
of twelve weekly lessons during the semester. Repertory studied
will vary according to the student's instrument or voice and
performance level and be recommended by the private teacher.
Students will arrange with a private instructor for a minimum of
twelve weekly lessons during the semester. Repertory studied will
vary according to the student's instrument or voice and
performance level and be recommended by the private teacher.
Students are required to perform for a faculty jury each semester
and to perform in at least one student recital a year. Fees for the
weekly lessons will be paid directly to the private instructor.
Further information on course procedures and a list of approved
teachers are available from the Visual and Performing Arts music
faculty.
MUSC-134
Applied Music: Secondary
Instrument II
(1,0) 1 Credits
Consultation with and approval by the RVCC music faculty is
required for official private study of a secondary instrument. An
audition for the intended private instructor will likely be required.
This course is for music majors with adequate background. This
course provides credit for individual performance study on an
instrument or voice with a member of the music faculty or a private
teacher (off-campus) approved by the music faculty. It is essential
that music majors focus their expertise on their primary instrument
in preparation for college audition, but it may be appropriate for
some to maintain private lessons on a secondary instrument as
well. Students will arrange with a private instructor for a minimum
of twelve weekly lessons during the semester. Repertory studied
will vary according to the student's instrument or voice and
performance level and be recommended by the private teacher.
Students are required to perform for a faculty jury each semester
and to perform in at least on student recital a year. Fees for the
weekly lessons will be paid directly to the private instructor.
Further information on course procedures and a list of approved
teachers are available from the Visual and Performing Arts music
faculty.
MUSC-151 RVCC Chorale I
(0,3) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: Audition/approval is required for RVCC Chorale I
only. Each consecutive course becomes the prerequisite for the
next level.
This large ensemble course provides opportunity for the study
and performance of choral literature in a wide variety of styles.
Weekly rehearsals and one or more public performances are
required. For the music major, RVCC Choral I, II, III, and IV
should be taken in sequence, and different repertory will be
featured each semester. Students will improve their ensemble skills
and their music reading ability. Other students (not music majors)
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may take Chorale on a credit or non-credit basis. Other interested
community participants are welcome to join the RVCC Chorale on
a non-credit, fee-paying basis through the Division of Corporate
and Continuing Education.
MUSC-152 RVCC Chorale II
(0,3) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: MUSC 151 -RVCC Chorale I.
This large ensemble course provides opportunity for the study
and performance of choral literature in a wide variety of styles.
Weekly rehearsals and one or more public performances are
required. For the music major, RVCC Chorale I, II, III, an IV
should be taken in sequence, and different repertory will be featured
each semester. Other students (not music majors) may take Chorale
on a credit or non-credit basis. Other interested community
participants are welcome to join RVCC Chorale on a non-credit, fee
paying basis through the Division of Corporate and Continuing
Education.
MUSC-153 Concert Band I
(0,3) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: Audition with Director.
This large ensemble course provides opportunity for the study
and performance of standard concert band repertory in a wide
variety of styles. Weekly rehearsals and one or more public
performances are required. In lieu of such an organization
sponsored by RVCC, students may play in an approved concert
band off campus.
MUSC-154 Concert Band II
(0,3) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: Audition with Director.
A continuation of Concert Band I. This large ensemble course
provides opportunity for the continued study and performance of
standard concert band repertory in a wide variety of styles. Weekly
rehearsals and one or more public performances are required.
During the second semester of enrollment, students will continue to
improve in their ensemble skills and their music reading ability. In
lieu of such an organization sponsored by RVCC, students may
play in an approved concert band off campus.
MUSC-155 Orchestra I
(1,2) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: Audition with conductor. Enrollment may be limited
to required instrumentation.
Study and performance of orchestral literature, public
appearances, training in style and interpretation of standard
symphonic repertory.
MUSC-156 Orchestra II
Continuation of MUSC 155 - Orchestra I.
(1,2) 1 Credits
MUSC-157 RVCC Jazz Ensemble I
(0,3) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: Audition/approval required for RVCC Jazz Ensemble
I only. Each consecutive course becomes the prerequisite for the
next level. Enrollment may be limited by the needs of the
ensemble.
This performance ensemble class pursues the study and
performance of jazz repertoire in an ensemble format, through the
exploration and development of interpretation and improvisation of
jazz compositions and arrangements in various jazz styles. Public
performances on or off-campus are required. Auditions are open to
qualified students and community participants.
MUSC-158 RVCC Jazz Ensemble II
(0,3) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: MUSC 157 - RVCC Jazz Ensemble I. Enrollment
may be limited by the needs of the ensemble.
This performance ensemble class pursues the study and
performance of jazz repertoire in an ensemble format, through the
exploration and development of interpretation and improvisation of
jazz compositions and arrangements in various jazz styles. Public
performances on or off-campus are required. Auditions are open to
qualified students and community participants.
MUSC-159 Ensemble Collaborations I
(1,2) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: Placement test/audition/interview required by
instructor. Enrollment may be limited due to ensemble and/or
instrumentation requirements.
Students will engage in the rehearsal, coaching and study of
music ensembles for small groups, which may involve
instrumentalists and vocalists. Repertoire will be selected to
accommodate the skills and instruments of those enrolled. Class
will include the study of musical styles and ensemble performance,
a researched overview of ensemble repertoire for each instrument,
and written critiques. Participation will include recital
performance.
MUSC-160 Ensemble Collaborations II
(1,2) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: Placement test/audition/interview required by
instructor. Enrollment may be limited due to ensemble and/or
instrumentation requirements.
Students will engage in the rehearsal, coaching, and study of
music ensembles for small groups, which may involve
instrumentalists and vocalists. Repertoire will be selected to
accommodate the skills and instruments of those enrolled. Classes
will include the study of musical styles and ensemble performance,
a researched overview of ensemble repertoire for each instrument,
and written critiques. Participation will include recital
performance.
MUSC-165
Music Technology: Fundamentals
and Applications
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: MUSC 101 - Fundamentals of Music and MUSC
121 - Keyboard Skills or permission of instructor.
This course is an introduction to the fundamental techniques,
equipment, and applications of contemporary music technologies.
Computer and internet basics, music- related software, and other
electronic instruments will be studied in their applications and
potential as tools for education, composition, and performance.
Introductory aspects of MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital
Interface), acoustic and digital audio and acoustics, music notation,
and multimedia applications will be examined. Students will be
required to supply their own headphones - 1/4” jack.
MUSC-190 Digital Music Composition I (2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: MUSC 101 - Fundamentals of Music and/or
MUSC 121 - Keyboard Skills I or permission of instructor.
This course is an introduction to the use of computers and MIDI
(Musical Instrument Digital Interface), using software sequencing
and software synthesizers to compose, record, edit, and perform
music. Aspects of MIDI, digital audio and acoustics will be
studied, as well as the fundamentals of synthesizer programming.
Students will be required to supply their own headphones - 1/4"
jack.
MUSC-191 Digital Music Composition II (2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: MUSC 190 - Digital Music Composition I or
equivalent.
This course provides upper-level training in the use of computers,
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface), and digital audio,
using software sequencing, software synthesizers, and software
samplers to compose, record, edit, and perform music. Further
aspects of MIDI and digital audio will be discussed, as well as
sampling and signal processing. Students will be required to supply
their own headphones - 1/4” jack.
MUSC-201 Music History and Literature I (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: MUSC 112 - Music Theory II and MUSC 114 Musicianship II.
Recommended corequisites: concurrent enrollment in MUSC 211
- Music Theory III and MUSC 213 - Musicianship III.
This course is for music majors and others with adequate
background. It is the first of a two-semester survey of Western art
music from ancient times to 1750. The course traces styles and
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techniques of vocal and instrumental music, the major composers,
and the musical forms of the Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque
periods. The course emphasizes analyzing and listening to
representative compositions as well as gaining an historical and
socio- cultural perspective. Note: Music History & Literature II
may be taken before Music History and Literature I. Offered in the
fall semester.
MUSC-202 Music History and Literature II (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: MUSC 112 - Music Theory II and MUSC 114 Musicianship II.
Recommended corequisites: concurrent enrollment in MUSC 212
- Music Theory IV and MUSC 214 - Musicianship IV.
This course is for music majors and others with adequate
background. It is the second of a two-semester survey of Western
art music, covering from 1750 to the present. The course traces
styles and techniques of music composition, the major composers
and musical forms from the mid- eighteenth century through the
Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary periods. The course
emphasizes listening to and the analysis of representative
compositions, as well as gaining an historical and socio-cultural
perspective. Note: Music History & Literature II may be taken
before Music History & Literature I. Offered in the spring
semester.
MUSC-211 Music Theory III
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: MUSC 111 - Music Theory I & MUSC 112 Music Theory II and MUSC 113 - Musicianship I & MUSC 114 Musicianship II.
Corequisite: MUSC 213 - Musicianship III.
This course is for music majors and others with adequate
background. Theory I, II, III, and IV and Musicianship I, II, III,
and IV (co-requisites) must be taken in sequence. This course is a
continuation of Theory II. Students will study Renaissance and
18th century polyphony (including the fugue), chromatic harmony
(including borrowed chords, Neapolitan 6th, and augments 6th
chords), Classical period techniques (including variation technique
and sonata and rondo forms), and extended and chromatic
harmony (including 9th, 11th, and 13th chords, altered dominants,
and chormatic mediants). Course work will include extensive
music writing in these subjects and attendance at live
performances. Offered in the fall semester.
MUSC-212 Music Theory IV
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MUSC 211 - Music Theory III and MUSC 213 Musicianship III.
Corequisite: MUSC 214 - Musicianship IV.
This course is for music majors and others with adequate
background. Theory I, II, III, and IV and Musicianship I, II, III,
and IV (co-requisites) must be taken in sequence. This course is a
continuation of Theory III. Students will study theories and
compositional techniques from the nineteenth and twentieth
centuries, including techniques from the Romantic Period (18251900), the Post-Romantic and Impressionistic Periods, and the
Contemporary Period (1910- 1945). Included will be twelve-tone
technique and Music since 1945. Attendance at live performances
is required. Offered in the spring semester.
MUSC-213 Musicianship III
(1,1) 1 Credits
Prerequisites: MUSC 111 - Music Theory I and MUSC 112 Music Theory II and MUSC 113 - Musicianship I and MUSC 114
- Musicianship II.
Corequisite: This course must be taken in conjunction with
MUSC-211 - Music Theory III. Music Theory I, II, III and IV and
Musicianship I, II, III, and IV must be taken in sequence and are
designed for music majors and others with adequate background.
Musicianship III will continue the development of skills in music
reading, sight singing, ear training, and keyboard harmony.
Offered in the fall semester.
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MUSC-214 Musicianship IV
(1,1) 1 Credits
Prerequisites: MUSC 211 - Music Theory III and MUSC 213 Musicianship III.
Corequisite: MUSC 212 - Music Theory IV. Music Theory I, II,
III, and IV and Musicianship I, II, III and IV must be taken in
sequence and are designed for music majors and others with
adequate background.
Musicianship IV will continue the development of skills in music
reading, sight singing, ear training, dictation, and keyboard
harmony. Offered in the spring semester.
MUSC-221 Keyboard Skills III
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: MUSC 122 - Keyboard Skills II or equivalent
training.
This course is a continuation of keyboard playing, music reading,
and keyboard techniques. Level 3 piano exercises and repertory
will be assigned.
MUSC-222 Keyboard Skills IV
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: MUSC 221 - Keyboard Skills III or equivalent
training.
This course is a continuation of keyboard playing, music reading,
and keyboard techniques. Level 4 piano repertory will be assigned.
MUSC-223 Voice Class III
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: MUSC 124 - Voice Class II or equivalent training.
This course is a continuation of Voice Class II and is intended to
be the third of a four-semester sequence. It is designed to further
develop vocal production and performance abilities. Materials
studied may include vocal exercises, English, Italian and German
art songs, popular standards, and musical theatre selections.
Repertory assigned will be based on the student's abilities and
preferences.
MUSC-224 Voice Class IV
(1,2) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: MUSC 223 - Voice Class III or equivalent training.
This course is a continuation of Voice Class III and is intended to
be the last of a four-semester sequence. It is designed to further
develop vocal production and performance abilities. Materials
studied may include vocal exercises, English, Italian, German or
French art songs, popular standards, and musical theatre selections.
Repertory assigned will be based on the student's abilities and
preferences.
MUSC-231
Applied Music: Primary
Instrument III
(1,0) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: Audition with private instructor. All students interested in these courses must interview with the music department
faculty before enrolling.
This course provides credit for individual performance study on
an instrument or voice with a member of the music faculty or with
a private teacher (off-campus) approved by the music faculty. An
audition with this teacher will be mandatory. It is designed
primarily for the music major for advanced study on their primary
instrument or for those with adequate background. The instruction
may be in piano, harpsichord, organ, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon,
saxophone, horn, trumpet, trombone, tuba, violin, viola, cello,
clarinet, viola, cello, string bass, harp, guitar, bass guitar,
percussion or voice. Students will arrange with the applied
instructor for a minimum of twelve weekly lessons during the
semester. The performance study is intended to prepare the music
option student for a transfer program entrance audition and for
advanced applied music study. Repertory studied will vary
according to the student's instrument or voice and performance
level. Students are required to perform for a faculty jury each
semester and to perform in at least one student recital a year.
Attendance at student recitals is required. Fees for the weekly
lessons will be paid directly to the private instructor.
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MUSC-232
Applied Music: Primary
Instrument IV
(1,0) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: Audition with private instructor. All students interested in these courses must interview with the music department
faculty before enrolling.
This course provides credit for individual performance study on
an instrument or voice with a member of the music faculty or with
a private teacher (off-campus) approved by the music faculty. An
audition with this teacher will be mandatory. It is designed
primarily for the music major for advanced study on their primary
instrument or for those with adequate background. This instruction
may be in piano, harpsichord, organ, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon,
saxophone, horn, trumpet, trombone, tuba, violin, viola, cello,
string bass, harp, guitar, bass guitar, percussion or voice. Students
will arrange with the applied instructor for a minimum of twelve
weekly lessons during the semester. The performance study is
intended to prepare the music option student for a transfer program
entrance audition and for advanced applied music study. Repertory
studied will vary according to the student's instrument or voice and
performance level. Students are required to perform for a faculty
jury each semester and to perform in at least one student recital a
year. Attendance at student recitals is required. Fees for the weekly
lessons will be paid directly to the private instructor.
MUSC-251 RVCC Chorale III
(0,3) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: MUSC 152 - RVCC Chorale II.
This large ensemble course provides opportunity for the study
and performance of choral literature in a wide variety of styles.
Weekly rehearsals and one or more public performances are
required. For the music major, RVCC Chorale I, II, III, and IV
should be taken in sequence, and different repertory will be featured
each semester. Students will improve their ensemble skills and their
music reading ability. Other students (not music majors) may take
Chorale on a credit or non-credit basis. Other interested community
participants are welcome to join RVCC Chorale on a non-credit,
fee-paying basis through the Division of Corporate and Continuing
Education.
MUSC-252 RVCC Chorale IV
(0,3) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: MUSC 251- RVCC Chorale III.
This large ensemble course provides opportunity for the study
and performance of choral literature in a wide variety of styles.
Weekly rehearsals and one or more public performances are
required. For the music major, RVCC Chorale I, II, III, and IV
should be taken in sequence, and different repertory will be featured
each semester. Students will improve their ensemble skills and their
music reading ability. Other students (not music majors) may take
Chorale on a credit or non-credit basis. Other interested community
participants are welcome to join RVCC Chorale on a non-credit,
fee-paying basis through the Division of Corporate and Continuing
Education.
MUSC-253 Concert Band III
(0,3) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: Audition with Director.
A continuation of Concert Band II. This large ensemble course
provides opportunity for the continued study and performance of
standard concert band repertory in a wide variety of styles. Weekly
rehearsals and one or more public performances are required.
During the third semester of enrollment, students will continue to
improve in their ensemble skills and their music reading ability. In
lieu of such an organization sponsored by RVCC, students may
play in an approved concert band off campus.
MUSC-254 Concert Band IV
(0,3) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: Audition with Director.
A continuation of Concert Band III. This large ensemble course
provides opportunity for the continued study and performance of
standard concert band repertory in a wide variety of styles. Weekly
rehearsals and one or more public performances are required.
During the fourth semester of enrollment, students will continue to
improve in their ensemble skills and their music reading ability. In
lieu of such an organization sponsored by RVCC, students may
play in an approved concert band off campus.
MUSC-255 Orchestra III
Continuation of College Orchestra II.
(1,2) 1 Credits
MUSC-256 Orchestra IV
Continuation of College Orchestra III.
(1,2) 1 Credits
MUSC-257 RVCC Jazz Ensemble III
(0,3) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: MUSC 158 - RVCC Jazz Ensemble II. Enrollment
may be limited by the needs of the ensemble.
This performance ensemble class pursues the study and
performance of jazz repertoire in an ensemble format, through the
exploration and development of interpretation and improvisation of
jazz compositions and arrangements in various jazz styles. Public
performances on or off-campus are required. Auditions are open to
qualified students and community participants.
MUSC-258 RVCC Jazz Ensemble IV
(0,3) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: MUSC 257 - RVCC Jazz Ensemble III.
This performance ensemble class pursues the study and
performance of jazz repertoire in an ensemble format, through the
exploration and development of interpretation and improvisation of
jazz compositions and arrangements in various jazz styles. Public
performances on or off-campus are required. Auditions are open to
qualified students and community participants.
MUSC-259 Ensemble Collaborations III (1,2) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: Placement test/audition/interview required by
instructor. Enrollment may be limited due to ensemble and/or
instrumentation requirements.
Students will engage in the rehearsal, coaching, and study of
music ensembles for small groups which may involve
instrumentalists and vocalists. Repertoire will be selected to
accommodate the skills and instruments of those enrolled. Classes
will include the study of musical styles and ensemble performance,
a researched overview of ensemble repertoire for each instrument,
and written critiques. Participation will include recital
performance.
MUSC-260 Ensemble Collaborations IV (1,2) 1 Credits
Prerequisites: Placement test/audition/interview required by
instructor. Enrollment may be limited due to ensemble and/or
instrumentation requirements.
Students will engage in the rehearsal, coaching, and study of
music ensembles for small groups which may involve
instrumentalists and vocalists. Repertoire will be selected to
accommodate the skills and instruments of those enrolled. Classes
will include the study of musical styles and ensemble performance,
a researched overview of ensemble repertoire for each instrument,
and written critiques. Participation will include recital
performance.
MUSC-265
Professional Development:
Music
(1,1) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: MUSC 112 - Music Theory II and MUSC 114 Musicianship II.
Should be taken in the third or fourth semester of the A.F.A.
Music degree. This course is designed for music majors in their
third or fourth semester of their A.F.A. program who seek degree
transfer or professional employment in the field. The course will
present topics that include critical thinking in the performing arts,
music career options, audition preparation and planning, resume
and professional documents, promotion and self-development, and
the identification of appropriate transfer colleges. This course is
designed for music majors in their third or fourth semester of their
A.F.A. program who seek degree transfer or professional
employment in the field. Offered in the fall semester.
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MUSC-270 Composition and Song Writing (2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: MUSC 112 - Music Theory II or instructor
permission and ability on any instrument and/or voice.
This course will offer an introduction to music composition.
Through the analysis of previously existing works, the completion
of directed composition exercises and coached work on
independent composition projects the student will develop an
understanding of how the elements of music - form, texture,
timbre, melody, harmony and rhythm - are coordinated by the
composer to generate expressive content.
NURSING
NURS-005 Nursing Orientation
(1,0) 0 Credits
Prerequisites: Acceptance to the Nursing program as a Generic
Student or PNAD student.
This program is specifically designed to orient nursing students,
who are about to begin their first clinical nursing course, to the
academic structure and clinical component of the Nursing
program.
NURS-015 Nursing Seminar
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: NURS 101 - Foundations of Nursing and Failure
to achieve a passing grade in NURS 111 - Nursing Care of Adults
I; or Success on placement test for NURS 101 - Foundations of
Nursing.
Nursing Seminar is a three credit course which combines
independent study, selected clinical simulation and seminar
discussions to enhance critical thinking in the nursing process.
Nursing Seminar is a full semester course taught in the fall
semester. The course reviews basic concepts from Foundation of
Nursing, care of the adult patient, test taking skills, and the nursing
process. The three-dimensional matrix of clinical practice
competencies, critical thinking skills and caring is explored
through continuing themes of growth and development, alteration
in pathophysiology, multicultural sensitivity, therapeutic
communication, client advocacy, teaching, legal and ethical
standards, nutrition, pharmacotherapeutics, psychomotor skill
competencies and self assessment. Client responses to disruption
in wellness states are included. Offered in the fall semester.
NURS-016
Pharmacology Clinical
Calculations
(0,3) 2 Credits
Prerequisites: Failure to achieve a grade of 90% or higher on the
pharmacology placement test for Generic and PNAD students.
Corequisites: Current enrollment in NURS 101 - Foundations of
Nursing or NURS 130 - Nursing Transitions.
Pharmacology Clinical Calculations is designed to assist nursing
students unsuccessful on the Pharmacology Placement test to
safely calculate, prepare, and administer medications. There will
be a review of basic math concepts and an introduction to the
formulas and skills necessary to solve drug dosage problems that
occur in the practice of nursing.
NURS-101 Foundations of Nursing
(4,3) 9 Credits
Prerequisites: BIOL 125 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II,
2.75 Cumulative GPA, MATH 023, NURS 005 - Nursing
Orientation.
Corequisites: Pharmacology Clinical Calculations Placement
Test or NURS 016 - Pharmacology Clinical Calculations, ENGL
111 - English I, FITN 115 - Dynamics of Fitness and Wellness,
NURS L01, NURS C01 and NURS T01.
This first clinical nursing course focuses on providing safe basic
nursing care utilizing techniques based on scientific rationale.
Concepts related to wellness states, growth and development in the
adult client, principles of communication, cultural diversity, legal
and ethical standards of health care, nutrition for health
maintenance,
safe
and
comfortable
environment,
pharmacotherapeutics, the nursing process, and fluid and
electrolyte balance are introduced. The student is guided in
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developing critical thinking skills for problem solving to be used in
the classroom, college lab and clinical lab settings. The student will
begin to explore wellness states associated with various
developmental levels, and alterations in wellness states associated
with surgical clients, clients with fluid and electrolyte imbalances
and clients with cancer. The college laboratory, the clinical
laboratory and community experiences provide settings for the
student to develop basic care skills. This course acquaints the
student with the role of the nurse as a provider of care, a manager
of care and as a member of the profession of nursing. This is
accomplished through competencies reflective of holistic human
needs within a practice philosophy which incorporates critical
thinking, collaboration, therapeutic interventions, growth and
development, teaching and learning principles, clinical practice
standards, community based care, health care systems, current
trends, communication, ethical behaviors, caring, self growth and
accountability. Students are responsible for 3 independent hours of
lab skill preparation each week. A satisfactory clinical evaluation,
a satisfactory college learning lab evaluation and a minimum
theory grade of 75% are required for progression in the program.
Offered in the fall semester.
NURS-111 Nursing of Adults I
(4,3) 9 Credits
Prerequisites: NURS 101 - Foundations of Nursing, ENGL 111 English I, and current BSL-C Certification.
Corequisites: ENGL 112 - English II, and PSYC 103 Introduction to Psychology. Students must also register for NURS
L11, NURS C11 and NURS T11.
Nursing of Adults I is taught in the second semester of the first
year of the nursing program, spring offering only. This course
builds upon previous learning, requiring the student to carry out
increasingly skillful assessments and interventions with adult client
having complex needs. This is accomplished through an
interdependent relationship with theoretical and clinical faculty and
staff. The course extends and refines the cognitive, psychomotor
and affective skills acquired in Foundations of Nursing. It focuses
on the development of plans of care that require increasingly
comprehensive assessment skills, development of appropriate
nursing diagnoses, goals, outcome criteria, interventions and
evaluations. The course objectives assist the student to integrate the
roles of the nurse as provider of care, manager of care and member
of the profession of nursing. This is accomplished through
competencies reflective of holistic human needs, critical thinking,
collaboration, therapeutic interventions, growth and development,
teaching and learning principles, clinical practice standards,
community based care, health care systems, current trends,
communication, ethical behaviors, caring self growth and
accountability. Satisfactory clinical evaluation, satisfactory skills
lab testing and a theoretical grade minimum of 75% are required
for progression in the program. Note: All clinical nursing courses
and science courses must be completed with a minimum of a "C"
grade. Offered in the spring semester.
NURS-122
Psychiatric Mental
Health Nursing
(4,0) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: NURS 111 - Nursing of Adults I or NURS 130 Nursing Transitions.
Corequisite: BIOL 133 - Principles of Microbiology and SOCI
101 - Introduction to Sociology and elective in Humanities. Must
also register for NURS C22.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing is one of two module courses
taught in the third semester of the four semester nursing clinical
courses. Students are expected to show evidence of retention of
previous learning, carrying out increasingly skilled assessment and
interventions with clients with complex needs, through an interdependent relationship with clinical faculty and staff. It is designed
to introduce students to basic concepts of Psychiatric-Mental
Health Nursing. The course is based on a holistic and humanistic
framework, emphasizing critical thinking, caring and nursing
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practice competencies. It progresses from the study of individuals
and groups experiencing high-level wellness to variations in
wellness experiences. Continuing themes of growth and
development across the life span, therapeutic communications,
nutrition, social, cultural, racial and ethnic dimensions,
pharmacotherapeutics, client advocacy, teaching, and legal and
ethical standards are explored. Emphasis is placed on counseling
and personal self-awareness and self-growth. Traditional
psychotherapeutic and integrative health therapies are addressed.
Students have the opportunity to carry out the nursing process and
develop beginning level clinical skills in individual and group
counseling at a variety of mental health agencies and with a diverse
group of psychiatric clients. The course includes four lecture hours
(4 credit hours), twelve clinical hours and independent lab per
week. Satisfactory clinical evaluation and a minimum theory grade
of "C" (75) are required for progression in the program. Offered in
the fall semester.
NURS-123 Nursing of Adults II
(4,0) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: NURS 111 - Nursing of Adults I or NURS 130 Nursing Transition.
Corequisites: BIOL 133 - Principles of Microbiology, SOCI 101 Introduction to Sociology and Humanities Elective. Students must
also register for NURS C23.
Nursing of Adults II is one of two modules taught in the third
semester of the four semester nursing clinical course sequence. The
module builds upon previous learning, requiring the student to
carry out increasingly skillful assessment and intervention with
clients with complex needs through an inter-dependent relationship
with clinical faculty and staff. In this module the student will
explore the theoretical content and carry out the nursing process
with adults and frail elderly with chronic, catastrophic and critical
illness and injury. Focus will be on clients experiencing actual or
potential disruptions in wellness states such as: failure in
neurologic, sensory and renal integration, and multi-system failure.
Students will also learn and utilize management principles and
techniques necessary for managing the care of groups of clients.
Four hours of class and two days (12 hours total) of clinical practice
per week for both any day and evening students. A 12 hour service
learning experience is required. An Honors Option is available. A
satisfactory clinical evaluation and a minimum theory grade of "C"
is required for progression in the program. Offered in the fall
semester.
NURS-124 Nursing of Families with Children(4,0) 4 Credits
Prerequisites: NURS 123 - Nursing of Adults II, NURS 122 Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing.
Corequisites: NURS 211 - Trends in Nursing.
Nursing of Families with Children is one of two 7 1/2 week
modules taught in the final semester of the four semesters nursing
clinical course sequence. This course focuses on the nursing
process for families with well and sick children. A family centered,
holistic approach provides the organization for the course, within
the frame-work of critical thinking, caring and nursing practice
competencies. Commonly occurring deviations from wellness
experienced by children, family responses and appropriate nursing
interventions are discussed as well as the growth and development
of well children. Clinical study is provided on pediatric units, nurse
practitioner caregiver settings, physicians' offices, well-baby clinics
and in selected schools. A Service Learning Project is required.
There is an optional honors section available. A satisfactory clinical
evaluation and a minimum theory grade of 75% are required for
progression in the program. Students must register for NURS C34
(clinical). Upon completion of the course, the successful learner
will be able to demonstrate understanding of basic principles of
growth and development, primary pediatric diseases, dynamics of
families with sick children and basic pediatric nursing skills.
NURS-125
Nursing Care for the
Childbearing Family
(4,0) 4 Credits
Prerequisites: NURS 123 - Nursing of Adults II and NURS 122 Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing.
Corequisites: NURS 211 - Trends in Nursing.
Nursing of the Childbearing Family is one of two 7-1/2 week
modules taught in the final semester of the four semesters nursing
clinical course sequence. The course focuses on nursing care
during the childbearing experience and considers the health needs
of mothers, newborns, and supportive networks in the local and
global community. The course addresses normal events of
childbearing, common problems of mothers and infants, and
common complications that occur to mothers and infants during
the childbearing cycle. Students develop clinical skills in labor and
delivery and postpartum units, newborn nurseries, and prenatal
clinics. The nursing process is the vehicle for responding to human
needs and evidenced wellness states. A service learning experience
and/or honors section is optional. Four lecture hours and twelve
clinical hours for both day and evening students. A satisfactory
clinical evaluation and a theory grade of "C" are required for
progression in the program. Students must also register for NURS
C124 (clinical) Offered in the spring semester.
NURS-130 Nursing Transition
(3,3) 6 Credits
Prerequisites: BIOL 125 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II,
NURS 016 - Pharmacology Clinical Calculations or Placement
Test, current BLS-C certification, NURS 005 - Nursing
Orientation (fee applied at the time of registration).
Corequisite: ENGL 111 - English I, PSYC 103 - Introduction to
Psychology.
This program is specifically designed for persons who are
currently Licensed Practical nurses in the state of New Jersey and
have graduated from an NLN, Middlestates, or Council on
Occupational Education accredited school of Practical Nursing. A
minimum GPA of 85 from the practical nursing program is
required. if the LPN graduation was more than 5 years ago, a
completed work history form is required documenting LPN
employment for three (3) of the past five (5) years. Nursing
Transition is designed for students admitted to the PNAD option of
the nursing program. It provides for transition from practical nurse
practice to professional nurse practice by evaluating, extending and
refining the scope and depth of cognitive, psychomotor and
affective skills acquired in the practical nursing program. The focus
is on assessment skills, development of nursing diagnoses,
outcome criteria, nursing interventions and evaluation of the plans
of care. The course objectives will assist the practical nurse to
integrate the expanded roles of the nurse as provider of care,
manager of care and member of the profession. This is
accomplished through course objectives and competencies which
include the themes of holistic human needs, critical thinking,
collaboration, therapeutic interventions, growth and development,
teaching/learning principles, clinical practice standards,
community based care, health care delivery systems, current
trends, communication, ethical behaviors, caring behaviors, self
growth and accountability. Learning is accomplished through
lecture/discussion, audio visuals, and psychomotor skill
demonstration. Summer offering; 105 hours (75 lecture hours, 15
clinical laboratory hours, 15 college laboratory hours). Satisfactory
clinical evaluation, completion of lab skills and theoretical grade
minimum of 75% required for progression in the program. All
nursing clinical courses and science courses must be completed
with a minimum of a "C" grade. Offered in the summer semester.
NURS-211 Trends in Nursing
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: NURS 122 - Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
and NURS 123 - Nursing of Adults II.
Corequisites: NURS 125 - Nursing of Childbearing Family and
NURS 124 - Nursing of Families with Children.
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Trends in Nursing is designed to examine historical,
philosophical, ethical and legal aspects of nursing practice and
health care delivery system. These major areas are considered
within the context of the global community and the macro and
micro society. Learning and Service are closely intertwined at
Raritan Valley Community College in a program called Service
Learning. By successfully creating a required, Trends in Nursing,
Service Learning Project students develop their academic skills,
sense of civic responsibility and commitment to the community.
Offered in the spring semester.
NURS-221 Perspectives in Death and Dying (3,0) 3 Credits
A general course open to all students. Designed to explore the
broad scope of dying and grieving from the psycho-social,
philosophical, religious, medical and legal viewpoints. Through
this approach students are assisted in examining personal feelings
and values concerning life and mortality in order to more fully
understand, face and cope with death, dying and bereavement.
NURS-291 Human Sexuality
(3,0) 3 Credits
The course Human Sexuality is a combination of discussions,
debates and research regarding sexuality from a physiological,
psychological and sociological perspective. Topics include social
and biological foundations of human sexuality, human
reproduction, contraception, cross-cultural perspectives on sexual
behavior and contemporary society, gender roles and stereotyping,
current and controversial issues in sex education, and the effects of
economics, class, public policy, and the political climate on
expression of human sexuality. Students develop expertise and
teaching competency in human sexuality.
NURS-292
Nursing Cooperative
Education I
(0,1 to 3) 3 Credits
A work experience in which the student is employed in a Nursing
externship program conforming to the New Jersey State Board of
Nursing Guidelines. Each semester that a student is enrolled in a
Cooperative Education Program, it is necessary that the college
help the student determine what new or expanded responsibilities
or learning opportunities are possible on his/her job. These
objectives enable the college to determine the value of the student's
work experience. These objectives should be specific and
measureable. They will be reviewed with the Faculty Co-op
Coordinator and the supervisor for validity and evaluated for
relative value. At the end of the semester the student and supervisor
will be asked to evaluate the level of attainment of each objective.
OFFICE ADMINISTRATION
OFFC-125
Keyboarding I: Basic
Word Processing
(0,1) 1 Credits
This one-credit course is delivered in an open lab environment
and focuses on touch keyboarding and basic features of MS Word.
An instructor will be available in the lab to facilitate. Students are
required to attend a mandatory orientation session.
OFFC-126
Keyboarding II: Intermediate
Word Processing
(0,1) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: OFFC 125 - Keyboarding I or equivalent
experience.
This one-credit course is delivered in an open lab environment
and focuses on the enhancement of touch typing skills and the
intermediate features of MS Word. An instructor will be available
in the lab to facilitate. Students are required to attend a mandatory
orientation session.
OFFC-127
Keyboarding III: Word
Processing & E-Mail
(0,1) 1 Credits
Prerequisite: OFFC 126 - Keyboarding II or equivalent typing
and word processing experience.
This one-credit course is delivered in an open lab environment
and focuses on the enhancement of touch typing skills and the
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intermediate features of MS Word with Lion's Den email function.
The students will learn the use of "attachments" for the class
assignments. An instructor will be available in the lab to facilitate.
Students are required to attend a mandatory orientation session.
OPHTHALMICS
OPTH-100 Ophthalmic Materials I Lecture (3,0) 3 Credits
An introduction to the basic principles of ophthalmic lenses.
Topics include a history of development, definition of terminology,
the geometry of lens designs, physical characteristics of lens
materials, optical characteristics, and mathematical formulas used
in lens computation. If the student is registered with the State
Board as an apprentice, Ophthalmic Materials I must be
successfully completed to be eligible for the State Board
Qualifying Technician Exam.
OPTH-101 Ophthalmic Materials II Lecture(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: OPTH 100 - Ophthalmic Material I Lecture.
This course builds upon the basic principles of prerequisite
courses needed to understand ophthalmic lens development. Topics
include prism, gross anatomy and physiology of the eye, history
and function of bifocals and trifocals, bicentric grinding, vertex
distance compensation, sagitta, surfacing, and mathematical
formulas used in lens computation. The course terminates in
complete study of ophthalmic lens design. If the student is
registered with the State Board as an apprentice, Ophthalmic
Materials II must be completed to be eligible for the State Board
Qualifying Technician Exam.
OPTH-105 Ophthalmic Materials I Lab (0,6) 3 Credits
This course will cover computations and theories concerning
basic lens formulas;preparation of prescription lab orders;
operation of the lensometer/vertometer and the neutralization
process;and operation of lens fabrication equipment including the
automatic lens edger, blocking, marking and hand level edgers.
Fabrication of eyeglass prescriptions involving spherical and
compound lenses in plastic and metal frames;interpretation,
computation and creation of prismatic prescriptions through
decentration will also be addressed. The course will include lecture
time on appropriate optical principles. Students will be required to
supply their own tools. If the student is registered with the State
Board as an apprentice, Ophthalmic Materials I must be
successfully completed to be eligible for the State Board
Qualifying Technician Exam.
OPTH-106 Ophthalmic Materials II Lab (0,6) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: OPTH 105 - Ophthalmic Materials I Lab.
A Continuation of Ophthalmic Materials I Laboratory. Emphasis
will be on the finishing aspects of prescription eyewear. Topics
include neutralization, mark-up, layout, edging, insertion, and final
inspection. Additional topics include frame and instrument repairs,
rimless mountings and faceting. The student will be expected to
learn the complete fabrication of prescription eyewear utilizing the
instrumentation of the optical profession. The course will also
include lecture on appropriate optical principles. Students will be
required to supply their own tools. If the student is registered with
the State Board as an apprentice, Ophthalmic Materials II must be
successfully completed to be eligible for the State Board
Qualifying Technician Exam.
OPTH-111 Ophthalmic Dispensing I Lecture (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: OPTH 101 - Ophthalmic Materials II Lecture.
Ethics, practices, and responsibilities of the Ophthalmic
Dispenser. Includes determination of patient's needs, prescription
analysis and interpretation of single vision, multifocal, and prism
lenses, considerations in making glasses for occupational use, lens
aberrations, the effect of tilt, and tinted lenses and their uses.
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OPTH-112
Ophthalmic Dispensing II
Lecture
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: OPTH 105 - Ophthalmic Dispensing I Lecture.
A continuation of Ophthalmic Dispensing I Lecture. A further
study of prescription analysis including visual problems of the
aphakie patient, crossed cylinders, consideration of illumination
and its effect on visual performance, the psychology of dispensing,
the near addition, and iseikonic lens design.
OPTH-115 Ophthalmic Dispensing I Lab (0,4) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: OPTH 106 - Ophthalmic Materials II Lab.
This lab covers the theory and application of ocular
measurements and the use of the corneal reflection pupilometer and
other instruments. Attention is also given to frame materials and
parts; cosmetic and anatomical consideration of the fitting triangle;
fitting and adjustment techniques for various frames and
mountings; neutralization and verifiction of ophthalmic
prescriptions in single vision and bifocals through use of the
vertometer/lensometer; use and application of various hand tools,
pliers and gauges, and minor frame and temple repairs. A portion
of the student's laboratory time will be spent with direct patient
contact in the on-campus optical clinic. (Students will be required
to supply their own tools and instruments.)
OPTH-116 Ophthalmic Dispensing II Lab (0,4) 2 Credits
Prerequisite: OPTH 116 - Ophthalmic Dispensing I Lab.
A continuation of Ophthalmic Dispensing Lab I. Topics include
neutralization and verification of bifocal, trifocal and progressive
multifocal prescriptions; usage and theory of the vision screen unit;
discussion of therapeutic appliances; discussion of the visual need
of the aphakic and subnormal acuity patient; occupational and
vocational frame and lens designing; interpretation of the
ophthalmic patient's written prescription and the determination of
their visual needs. The fitting, adjusting and measuring of
ophthalmic frames and mounting, as well as the ethics, laws and
regulations of the profession of opticianry will be discussed.
Students will be expected to demonstrate these skills through direct
patient contact in the on-campus optical clinic. A portion of the
students laboratory time will be spent meeting patient needs in the
optical clinic. (Students will be required to supply their own tools
and instruments.)
OPTH-120 Principles of Optics
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: OPTH 100 - Ophthalmic Materials I and OPTH
101 - Ophthalmic Materials II.
Corequisite: OPTH 111 - Dispensing I Lecture.
This course includes the study of the concepts of geometric
optics, and the principles and nature of light. These principles are
applied in the study of how light behaves in practical optical
systems including lenses, spherical and plane mirrors, Galilean and
astronomical telescopes, prisms and the human eye.
OPTH-121
Anatomy & Physiology
of the Eye
(3,0) 3 Credits
Study of the anatomy of the eye and its related structures,
refractive errors, eye diseases, and eye muscle imbalances. Class
time includes a dissection of a cow's eye and the study of eye
emergencies, first aid and ocular prosthetics.
OPTH-200 Contact Lenses I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: OPTH 100 - Ophthalmic Materials I Lecture and
OPTH 101 - Ophthalmic Material II Lecture and OPTH 121 Anatomy & Physiology of the Eye.
Includes a historical review as well as theory; design and optical
principles of contact lenses; indications and contraindications for
contact lens wear; patient evaluation; discussion of lens types and
availability; fundamental techniques and fitting procedures
including the biomicroscope and keratometer; evaluation of fit; and
patient education on care, cleaning, insertion and removal of
contact lenses.
OPTH-201 Contact Lenses II
(2,2)3 Credits
Prerequisite: OPTH 200 - Contact Lenses I.
This course includes clinical application of corneal
measurements; lens/cornea evaluation criteria; lens selection
parameters; theory of over-refraction; lens verification techniques
and tolerances; patient education and principles of practice
management.
OPTH-290 Internship in Ophthalmic Science (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: Permission and placement by the Program
Coordinator and completion of OPTH 111 - Ophthalmic
Dispensing I Lecture and OPTH 115 - Ophthalmic Dispensing I
Lab.
A clinical experience in which the student is placed in an
optician's practice. Specific evaluations of student objectives are
conducted in a weekly consultation with the Program coordinator.
In addition, biweekly lecture topics will include refraction,
business concepts and current technology.
PARALEGAL STUDIES
LEGL-101 Role of the Paralegal
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course will introduce students to the paralegal profession
and the basic ethical principles which control those working in the
law. An examination of the legal system, with emphasis on New
Jersey court structure is included. Students will be introduced to the
law library, become familiar with sources of legal authority, legal
analysis and writing as well as the specific functions and duties of
the paralegal within the law office.
LEGL-110 Torts
(3,0) 3 Credits
Corequisite: LEGL 101 - Role of the Paralegal. This corequisite
is for A.A.S. students only; no corequisite for Certificate students.
This course will introduce students to the fundamentals of tort
law and liability. Students will become familiar with the various
types of tort actions encountered in legal practice, as well as setoffs and defenses for same. Offered in the fall semester.
LEGL-120 Basic Litigation Procedure
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: LEGL 101 - Role of the Paralegal. This prerequisite
is for A.A.S. students only; no prerequisite for Certificate
students.
This course is an overview of the civil trial process covering the
litigation of cases from initial fact-gathering stage through
preparation for trial, with emphasis on the drafting of various
pleadings, the mastery of litigation discovery techniques, the
handling of pretrial motions and the preparation of a case for trial.
Offered in the spring semester.
LEGL-121 Legal Research and Writing (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: LEGL 101 - Role of the Paralegal and ENGL 111 English I. These prerequisites are for A.A.S. students only; no
prerequisites for Certificate students.
This course involves the in-depth study of legal research and
writing, stressing the acquisition of those skills required in a law
office engaged in the general practice of law. The course will
include intensive utilization of the law library as well as the
introduction and use of computer-based research through LEXIS
and other legal web sources.
LEGL-122 Real Estate Transactions
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: LEGL 101 - Role of the Paralegal. This prerequisite
is for A.A.S. students only; no prerequisite for Certificate
students.
This course surveys the basic legal principles of real estate
transactions, including purchasing and selling, mortgaging, and
leasing. Practical aspects of basic real estate transactions will be
emphasized, including document preparation, with special
emphasis on law and procedure in New Jersey. Among the topics
covered will be drafting of real estate sale contracts; preparation of
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deeds, mortgages, and related documents; title insurance; closing
procedures; leases and landlord-tenant issues; mortgage
foreclosures; and land use regulation issues related to property
transfers. The course covers aspects of residential and commercial
property transactions. Offered in the fall semester.
LEGL-123 Advanced Litigation Procedure (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: LEGL 120 - Basic Litigation Procedures.
This course builds on the skills and concepts taught in Basic
Litigation Procedures for students enrolled in the Paralegal Studies
Program. It is designed to prepare students to assist attorneys who
specialize in or regularly handle civil litigation cases. It includes an
overview of the litigation procedures necessary to take a case
through trial, judgment and appeal. Offered in the fall semester.
LEGL-124 Family Law
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: LEGL 101 - Role of the Paralegal. This prerequisite
is for A.A.S. students only; no prerequisite for Certificate
students.
This course is an introduction to the substantive and procedural
aspects of family law in such areas as divorce, adoption, support
and separation agreements. Interview techniques and the review
and drafting of various family law pleadings and other documents
will be addressed. Offered in the fall semester.
LEGL-125 Intellectual Property
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course will provide students with an overview and practical
understanding of the various Intellectual Property disciplines
including copyright, trade secret, trademark and patent laws.
Students will develop an understanding of the terminology
associated with, and the searching approaches to trademarks,
patents and copyrights. Practical assignments will familiarize
students with researching, applying for, acquiring and protecting
Intellectual Property rights. Offered in the spring semester.
LEGL-126
Wills, Trusts & Estate
Administration
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: LEGL 101 - Role of the Paralegal. This prerequisite
is for A.A.S. students only; no prerequisite for Certificate
students.
This course is a survey of basic wills, trusts and probate practice.
Students will become familiar with the various methods of
testamentary distribution and the format of probate administration.
NJ probate law will be reviewed with emphasis on the initial
preparation and drafting of basic documents in the field, including
simple and living wills, formal and informal probate, and federal
and state tax forms. Offered in the spring semester.
LEGL-127 Law Office Management
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: LEGL 101 - Role of the Paralegal. This prerequisite
is for A.A.S. students only; no prerequisite for Certificate
students.
This course is an introduction to and exploration of the law office
as a business and as a profession. The functional aspects of law
office management such as fees, billing, timekeeping, ethical
requirements, accounting, budgeting, and facilities management
will be discussed. Administrative skills such as leadership,
communication, delegation and personnel issues will also be
addressed. Specific software and related skills in the essential
operating systems that comprise the modern law office will be
reviewed, including docket control, records management, file
management, and library management. Offered in the fall semester.
LEGL-128 Alternate Dispute Resolution (3,0) 3 Credits
This course will provide students with an in-depth understanding
of alternate forms of dispute resolution outside courtroom
litigation, such as mediation, negotiation, and arbitration through
lecture, readings, role play and media presentations. In addition,
the course incorporates a community service experience in
mediation of approximately ten hours during the course of the
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semester. This community service aspect will allow students a
unique opportunity to apply theories, concepts and skills learned in
the classroom to practical experiences in serving others in the
community. Offered in the spring semester.
LEGL-130
Computer Applications
in the Law Office
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CISY 122 - Introduction to Information Systems or
CISY 261 - Microcomputer Applications or Passing Score on
Computer Literacy Test.
This course provides essential background about computers in
the law office; uses state-of the-art legal software, as well as the
most popular windows and application tools for file managing,
legal document preparation, and courtroom presentations. The
student will perform legal research on specific fact patterns using
LEXIS, the Internet, and CD-ROM. The instruction is
supplemented with software demonstrations by in-the-field
experts. Offered in the spring semester.
LEGL-132
Legal Ethics & Professional
Responsibility
(3,0) 3 Credits
This legal specialty course introduces the student to the types of
ethical situations and dilemmas they may encounter in the legal
workforce. Students will learn applicable disciplinary rules for both
the lawyer and the paralegal, in order to understand how to function
responsibly as a legal professional. The content and course work is
geared not only to the paralegal student, but also to the practicing
paralegal and other legal professionals.
LEGL-290
Paralegal Studies Cooperative
Education
(3,0) 3 Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See Department
Co-op Coordinator.
A work experience whereby students are employed in lawrelated positions to gain the practical experience necessary for
success as paralegals. Students will be supervised by practicing
attorneys and graded on their ability to apply classroom acquired
skills to the legal workplace. Enrolled students will attend a
scheduled seminar in addition to working 15-20 hours per week
(255-300 hours per semester). Eligibility will be determined by the
Coordinator of the Paralegal Studies Program and generally will be
limited to those students in their second year of study.
PHILOSOPHY & RELIGION
PHIL-101
Introduction to Philosophy
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course is an historical and thematic introduction to
Philosophy emphasizing the historical development of the
discipline and related issues in logic, ethics, metaphysics, theory of
knowledge, and philosophy of religion. It addresses such questions
as, What is the difference between good and evil? What are the
limits of intellectual knowledge? Does God exist? Am I essentially
a free agent or a machine? Where am I ultimately headed?
PHIL-102
Ancient and Medieval Philosophy (3,0) 3 Credits
This course will be devoted to the thought of the pre-Socratic
Greeks, the Sophists, Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, and later
schools of thought, such as the Stoics and Epicureans, and to that
of such medieval figures as Anselm and Thomas Aquinas.
PHIL-103
Introduction to Formal Logic (3,0) 3 Credits
This course examines the structure of deductive reasoning, and
the rules of valid inference that underlie our thinking in both
practical and theoretical activity. It provides an introduction to
contemporary formal logic, with attention to two principal systems.
Emphasis will be given to both proof construction and translation
from natural language to symbolic form. Time permitting, some
attention may be given to "meta-logic" and the properties of formal
systems.
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World Religions
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course provides a historical and conceptual survey of the
world's major religious traditions, with attention typically given to
Vedic, Buddhist, Zen Buddhist, Taoist, Judaic, Christian, and
Islamic religious beliefs. Time permitting, certain other forms of
religion, such as those of primal cultures and new and emerging
faith communities, will be noted.
PHIL-106
Current Moral and Social Issues (3,0) 3 Credits
This course is an examination of both practical and theoretical
issues in the area of moral philosophy: Reading will include
historical sources and recent and contemporary material on such
topics as euthanasia, assisted suicide, abortion, reproductive
technology, warfare and terrorism, wealth distribution, capital
punishment, and matters concerning the environment.
PHIL-113
Critical Thinking
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course is an introduction to both deductive and inductive
reasoning, primarily in natural (English) language. It is designed to
improve the student's ability to read analytical and argumentative
material with comprehension, and to write with an eye to
argumentative material with comprehension, and to write with an
eye to argumentative flow and structure. It concerns such concepts
as premise, conclusion, evidence, and hypothesis as they enter into
the logical process.
PHIL-114
Ethics
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course is a study of the basic theories, methods, and
problems of ethics. Topics may include the study of the moral
theories of Aristotle, Aquinas, Hobbes, Kant, Mill, and Rawls; the
nature and meaning of moral terms; moral absolutism and
relativism; the nature of moral reasoning; conceptions of the good
life; free will, determinism, and moral responsibility. Students will
apply ethical principles and problem solving models to examples
taken from everyday life as well as the workplace.
PHIL-201
Problems in Philosophy
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: PHIL 101 - Introduction to Philosophy or PHIL 103
- Introduction to Formal Logic.
This is a variable content course, available as offered for repeated
credit, and focusing on historical themes, individual philosophers,
and specific problems in a given area of the discipline. Course
themes may include such topics as the free will problem, the
problem of evil, and the phenomenon of mysticism in the world's
major religious traditions.
PHIL-210
Feminist Philosophy
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 111 - English I.
This course examines philosophical ideas concerning politics,
economics, psychology, and multi-cultural relations that have
served to occasion feminist theories. Such theory types as liberal,
Marxist, radical, socialist, and globalist feminism are used to
explore things like family, work, gender development,
discrimination, subordination, and sexuality. Offered in the spring
semester.
PHIL-240
Science as a Way of Knowing (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: PHIL 101 - Introduction to Philosophy or PHIL
103 - Introduction to Logic.
This course examines the history, nature, and method of science,
and the relationship between science and philosophy. Among the
topics covered are (1) the Greek revolution in thought; (2) the rise
of modern science; (3) the nature of reasoning and scientific
method; and (4) the relationship of science to philosophy and to
human values.
PHYSICS
PHYS-101 General Physics I
(4,2) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: Two years of college preparatory science or the
equivalent and MATH 113 - Precalculus II or MATH 114H Precalculus Honors.
This is the first semester of a two-semester sequence in
introductory algebra-based physics, which is required for students
majoring in many of the sciences and a variety of other disciplines.
Topics include measurement and estimation, kinematics and
dynamics of particles and rigid bodies, Newton's Laws, work,
energy and momentum, rotational motion, gravitation, equilibrium
and elasticity, fluids, temperature and kinetic theory, heat and the
laws of thermodynamics.
PHYS-102 General Physics II
(4,2) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: PHYS 101 - General Physics I or the equivalent.
This is the second semester of a two semester sequence in
introductory algebra-based physics, which is required for students
majoring in many of the sciences and a variety of other disciplines.
Topics include vibrations and waves, sound, electric and magnetic
forces and fields, electric potential, direct current circuits and
components, electromagnetic waves, geometric and physical optics
and topics in modern physics.
PHYS-112 Concepts of Physics
(3,2) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 030 - Intermediate Algebra.
This course is an introduction to the concepts of physics and their
applications to real world phenomena. Emphasis will be on
understanding the phenomena through experience and experiments
in physics and not through mathematical manipulations. This
course may be used as a science elective by non-science majors; it
is required for Physics credit in the Ophthalmic program, and is
recommended for those taking General Physics without a strong
high school science background. Credit toward graduation will not
be given for both this course nor General or Engineering Physics.
PHYS-120 Introduction to Astronomy
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 023 - Algebra Mod 2: Linear Behavior.
This course is a study of periodic changes in the night sky,
astronomical instrumentation, the solar system, stars, nebulae,
galaxies and cosmology. May be used to fulfill one semester of a
science requirement for non-science majors or as an elective for
science majors.
PHYS-130 Astronomy
(3,2) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH 023 - Algebra Mod 2: Linear Behavior.
This course studies periodic changes in the night sky,
astronomical instrumentation, the solar system, stars, nebulae and
galaxies, and cosmology. Laboratory exercises will utilize
simulations and night-sky observations. May be used to fulfill one
semester of a laboratory science requirement for non-science
majors, or as an elective for science majors.
PHYS-150 Engineering Physics I
(4,2) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: Two years of college preparatory laboratory
science, including a course in physics, and one semester of
single-variable calculus, or equivalents.
Corequisites: MATH 151 - Calculus I or its equivalent.
This course is the first semester of a three-semester sequence in
introductory calculus-based physics, which is required for students
majoring in the engineering sciences. It is also highly
recommended for transfer students majoring in the physical
sciences. Topics include kinematics and dynamics of particles and
rigid bodies, Newton's Laws, energy and momentum, rotational
motion, equilibrium and elasticity and gravitation. The Honors
Option is available for this course.
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PHYS-151 Engineering Physics II
(4,2) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: PHYS 150 - Engineering Physics I and MATH 151 Calculus I, or their equivalents.
Corequisites: MATH 152 - Calculus II or its equivalent.
This is the second semester of a three- semester sequence in
introductory calculus-based physics, which is required for students
majoring in the engineering sciences. Topics include electric and
magnetic forces and fields, direct and alternating current circuits
and components, and Maxwell's equations. The Honors Option is
available for this course. Offered in the spring semester.
PHYS-250 Engineering Physics III
(4,2) 4 Credits
Prerequisites: PHYS 150 - Engineering Physics I and MATH 151
- Calculus I or their equivalents.
Corequisite: MATH 152 - Calculus II or its equivalent.
This course is the third semester of a three-semester sequence in
introductory calculus-based physics, which is required for students
majoring in the engineering sciences. It is also highly
recommended for transfer students majoring in the physical
sciences. Topics include oscilliations and waves, geometric and
physical optics, heat and thermodynamics, and fluids. The Honors
Option is available for this course. Offered in the fall semester.
POLITICAL SCIENCE
POLI-101
Introduction to Political Science (3,0) 3 Credits
As a general introduction to the study of government and
politics, the course will first consider the ideas of four major
political thinkers and their different views of the nature and
purpose of government. Additional topics to be examined include
the basic institutions of government, political culture, nationalism
and revolution, and the practice of government in Britain, France
and Russia.
POLI-121
American Government
and Politics
(3,0) 3 Credits
Examines the American constitutional system in its historical
development and contemporary applications. The course will focus
on basic institutions such as the President, Congress and the federal
judicial system, followed by elections, campaigns, political parties
and the Bill of Rights.
POLI-231
International Relations
(3,0) 3 Credits
Examines the field of international relations from both the
general and particular levels of analysis. Subject areas to be
considered include the historical and philosophical development of
international relations, the various methodological and theoretical
perspectives most commonly used in the field presently, as well as
foreign policy, national interest, causes of conflict, international
law, arms control and international organization.
PSYCHOLOGY
PSYC-103 Introduction to Psychology
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the major areas of study
within the field of psychology. Human behavior and its
determinants will be examined from various viewpoints. Topics
covered include research methods, development, neuroscience,
perception, learning, memory, states of consciousness, motivation,
emotion, intelligence, personality theories, psychopathology,
therapy, and social behavior.
PSYC-103H Introduction to
Psychology - Honors
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: GPA of 3.5 or higher.
This honors course provides an introduction to the major areas of
study within the field of psychology. Human behavior and its
determinants will be examined from various viewpoints, with an
emphasis on scientific inquiry. Students will be required to read
original works by famous figures in psychology. Topics covered
include research methods, development, neuroscience, perception,
learning, memory, intelligence, personality theories,
psychopathology, therapy, and social behavior.
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PSYC-201 Social Psychology
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: PSYC 103 - Introduction to Psychology.
This course is a general introduction to the field of human social
behavior. Its levels of analysis range from intra-individual to large
group phenomena. Topics to be covered include methodology and
research, attitude formation and change, social perception,
affiliation and attraction, prosocial behavior, conformity and
obedience, aggression, conflict and competition, group formation,
structure and dynamics and collective behavior.
PSYC-203
Psychology of Women
and Gender
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: PSYC 103 - Introduction to Psychology.
This course focuses on the research that expands current
psychological theory concerning the lives of women, including
such topics as theories of women's personality development,
individual and societal factors affecting women's achievement and
career choices, work and family experiences, and mental health
status. Feminist psychologists' criticism of traditional psychology
will be examined along with an analysis of psychology's
construction of the female. The processes by which both girls and
boys develop a sense of gender within our culture will be integrated
throughout.
PSYC-211 Abnormal Psychology
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: PSYC 103 - Introduction to Psychology.
This course examines psychological dysfunction within the
context of psychological, biological and sociocultural influences.
In addition, different therapeutic approaches used to improve
individual functioning will be studied.
PSYC-212 Theories of Personality
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: PSYC 103 - Introduction to Psychology.
This course is designed to explore the various ways psychologists
have attempted to answer the questions of why people think, feel,
and behave the way they do. To this end, major theories of
personality and their applications will be critically examined
through an analysis of history and an evaluation of the research that
supports theories.
PSYC-213 Educational Psychology
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: PSYC 103 - Introduction to Psychology.
Educational Psychology focuses on how psychological theory
and concepts can be understood and inform effective classroom
practices. Topics include cognitive and social development,
theories of motivation and learning, classroom management,
individual and group differences and student assessment. This
course is required for those pursuing an education degree but it is
not necessary that one be in that degree program.
PSYC-215 Developmental Psychology
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: PSYC 103 - Introduction to Psychology.
This course is focused on normal psychological development
throughout the lifespan including the biological, interpersonal and
cultural factors which affect it.
PSYC-216 Child Psychology
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: PSYC 103 - Introduction to Psychology.
The focus of this course is on development from conception
through the middle years of childhood. The developmental aspects
of the child's cognitive, personality, social, and physical growth are
presented. The impact of psychological and biological factors on
the child is investigated. Additionally, cross-cultural comparisons
of child development will be integrated throughout the course.
PSYC-222 Community Psychology
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: PSYC 103 - Introduction to Psychology or
permission of the instructor.
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Community Psychology focuses on understanding and helping
individuals by working to improve the environments and social
systems that affect their lives. Topics include community-based
treatment approaches, the role of self-help and nonprofessional
help, the nature of organizational change and preventative
approaches to mental health. This seminar course has a required
service learning component to complement the course's academic
material. Students will work 3 hours per week either at a
community mental health facility or with individuals living in the
community under the guidance of a social service organization.
Offered in the spring semester.
PSYC-228 Psychology and Literature
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: ENGL 111 - English I and PSYC 103 Introductions to Psychology or permission of instructors.
Psychology and Literature is a team-taught course that examines
novels, plays, short stories, fairy tales and poems through the lens
of psychology. Works by authors such as Williams Shakespeare,
Arthur Miller, Fyodor Dostoevsky and J.D. Salinger may be
studied from the perspectives of psychologists such as Sigmund
Freud, B. F. Skinner, Erik Erikson, Carl Rogers, and Carol Gilligan.
This course is taught by two instructors (one from Psychology and
one from English) and may be taken for either Psychology or
English credit, but not both.
PSYC-229 Adolescent Psychology
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: PSYC 103 - Introduction to Psychology.
Adolescent Psychology focuses on the adolescent (ages 10-20) in
contemporary society, with an emphasis on examining the wide
range of normal adolescent development in light of the changes
experienced during the transition from childhood to adulthood.
Topics include, but are not limited to, identity, autonomy, intimacy,
sexuality, family, peer relationships, and work and leisure.
RESPIRATORY CARE
RESC-101
Fundamentals of
Respiratory Care
(4,3) 4 Credits
An introduction to basic therapeutic modalities employed in
contemporary respiratory care, including medical gas therapy,
humidity and aerosol therapy, drug administration, lung expansion
therapy, and bronchial hygiene methods. (Lecture hours 60;
Laboratory hours 45)
RESC-102
Core Concepts in
Respiratory Care
(1,0) 1 Credits
An orientation to general patient assessment and examination, to
include: infection control, patient safety, interviewing and
communication, record keeping, and clinical laboratory studies.
Didactic and practical demonstrations provide the basis for
proficiencies practiced in the laboratory and then performed during
clinical practice. (Lecture hours 8; Laboratory hours 24)
RESC-110 Clinical Practice I
(0,6) 1 Credits
An orientation to the hospital environment and to basic
respiratory care procedures covered in Fundamentals and Core
Concepts in Respiratory Care. Clinical observation, instruction and
supervised practice are provided in the areas of medical record
keeping, basic patient assessment techniques, oxygen
administration, humidity and aerosol therapy, drug administration,
lung expansion therapy and bronchial hygiene.(Clinical hours 105)
RESC-120 Clinical Practice II
(0,12) 1 Credits
This course provides practice and mastery of basic respiratory
care procedures introduced in Clinical Practice I. It includes
instruction and supervised practice in arterial puncture and blood
gas analysis, airway management and an introduction to respiratory
care of the critically ill, including patient assessment and basic
ventilator monitoring. (Clinical hours 210).
RESC-121
Applied Cardiopulmonary
Pathophysiology I
(2,0) 2 Credits
This course is a study of the anatomy and physiology of the
cardiopulmonary system as it relates to respiratory care. Includes
basic anatomy of the pulmonary and cardiac systems, physiology
of circulation, gas exchange, control of respiration and an overview
of the pathophysiology and treatment of common disorders of the
cardiopulmonary system. (Lecture hours 30).
RESC-122 Respiratory Pharmacology
(1,0) 1 Credits
An introduction to the basic principles of drug therapy, with an
emphasis on the pharmacology of drugs affecting the respiratory
system, including mucolytics, bronchodilators, anti-asthmatics, and
drugs affecting respiration. The safe and effective administration of
these drugs in clinical practice is emphasized.
RESC-130 Clinical Practice III
(0,12) 3 Credits
Clinical Practice III provides supervised experience in both acute
care and alternative settings, with an emphasis on developing the
skills necessary to function independently. Experiences include
cardiopulmonary diagnostics; critical care of the adult, infant and
child; and long-term, home and rehabilitative care. (Clinical hours
210).
RESC-131
Special Topics in
Respiratory Care
(2,0) 2 Credits
An overview of specialty respiratory care areas including
pulmonary function testing, pediatric/neonatal respiratory care,
home care and pulmonary rehabilitation.
RESC-210 Clinical Practice IV
(0,6) 1 Credits
Provides for minimally supervised experience in the respiratory
management of the critically ill patient, including the development
and implementation of patient care plans with an emphasis on
interaction with other members of the health care team.
RESC-211
Applied Cardiopulmonary
Pathophysiology II
(2,0) 2 Credits
A case-based study of the pathophysiology of common disorders
affecting the cardiopulmonary system, with an emphasis on
diagnosis and treatment in the clinical setting. (Lecture hours 30).
RESC-212
Patient Management
Critical Care
(2,3) 3 Credits
An in-depth study of the clinical management of the critically ill
cardiopulmonary patient with emphasis on specialized respiratory
assessment, advanced ventilatory management, hemodynamic
monitoring and ACLS treatment algorithms. Also covers the effects
of cardiopulmonary disorders on other major body systems.
(Lecture hours 30; Laboratory hours 45).
RESC-214 Cardiopulmonary Pharmacology (1,0) 1 Credits
An overview of systemic drugs affecting the cardiopulmonary
system, including steroids, antibiotics, skeletal muscle relaxants,
central nervous system depressants, respiratory stimulants,
diuretics and cardiovascular agents.
RESC-220 Clinical Practice V
(0,12) 2 Credits
Provides experience in the respiratory management of the
neonatal and pediatric patient, with an emphasis on the application
of basic and critical care therapeutics and the development and
implementation of patient care plans. Also provides for experience
in the management of a respiratory care department, in providing
clinical instruction and in- service, and clinical specialties such as
in endotracheal intubation, and participation in cardiopulmonary
rehabilitation and home care.
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RESC-221
Pediatric /Neonatal
Respiratory Care
(2,1) 3 Credits
This course provides an in-depth analysis of pediatric and
neonatal disorders requiring respiratory care intervention,
including assessment techniques and applicable therapies and
protocols. Includes PALS and neonatal resuscitation core content.
(Lecture hours 30; Laboratory hours 15).
RESC-230 Cardiopulmonary Evaluation (1,3) 2 Credits
A lecture and laboratory course on invasive and non-invasive
diagnostic and monitoring procedures including roentgenography,
electrocardiography, pulmonary function testing, hemodynamic
monitoring, arterial blood gas analysis, patient interviewing and
physical assessment. (Lecture hours 15; Laboratory hours 45).
RESC-250 Principles of Ventilatory Support (3,3) 4 Credits
An introduction to the physiologic principles and techniques of
ventilatory support, including indications for mechanical
ventilation, invasive and noninvasive airway management,
functional operation of mechanical ventilators, initiating and
adjusting ventilatory support parameters, basic monitoring and
management of the patient in respiratory failure, and discontinuing
ventilatory support. (Lecture hours 45; Laboratory hours 45).
RESC-510
Long-Term Home
& Rehabilitation Care
(2,0) 2 Credits
This course explores respiratory care delivery in alternative,
non-acute care settings. Discussion includes patient assessment and
selection, patient/family education, diagnostic and therapeutic
procedures
and
documentation/reimbursement.
Cost
reimbursement and ethical issues are covered. (Lecture hours 30).
SCIENCE (INTERDISCIPLINARY)
SCIE-128H Science Seminar - Honors
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: GPA of 3.5 or permission of instructor.
This is an interdisciplinary course based on the Science and
Engineering Department's Science Seminar series. By attending
the seminars, students will be exposed to current research, breaking
science news, and historical backgrounds in a variety of fields.
Each student will present a short seminar on a topic of his or her
choice.
SCIE-210H Independent Research in Science
and Engineering - Honors
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: GPA of 3.5 or better and project approval by the
Instructor.
Independent research provides students with an opportunity to
engage in scientific research with the guidance of a faculty
member. In consultation with and approval of the faculty member,
students select a research topic, perform a literature search, design
and complete appropriate research. Students will be required to
complete a formal paper detailing the research; including the
purpose, methods, results and conclusions. Additional culminating
experiences, as directed by the instructor in Science and
Engineering, may include an oral presentation, a poster display at a
local or regional conference, or submission of a research paper to a
journal.
SCIE-290
Science/Engineering
Cooperative Education I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See Faculty
Co-op Coordinator.
A cooperative work experience in which the student is employed
in the industry for approximately 20 hours a week. Each semester
that a student is enrolled in a Cooperative Education Program, it is
necessary that the college help the student determine what new or
expanded responsibilities or learning opportunities are possible on
his/her job. These objectives enable the college to determine the
value of the student's work experience. These objectives should be
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specific and measureable. They will be reviewed with the Faculty
Co-op Coordinator and the supervisor for validity and evaluated for
relative value. At the end of the semester the student and
supervisor will be asked to evaluate the level of attainment of each
objective.
SCIE-291
Science/Engineering
Cooperative Education II
(3,0) 3 Credits
Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See Faculty
Co-op Coordinator.
A cooperative work experience in which the student is employed
in the industry for approximately 20 hours a week. Each semester
that a student is enrolled in a Cooperative Education Program, it is
necessary that the college help the student determine what new or
expanded responsibilities or learning opportunities are possible on
his/her job. These objectives enable the college to determine the
value of the student's work experience. These objectives should be
specific and measureable. They will be reviewed with the Faculty
Co-op Coordinator and the supervisor for validity and evaluated for
relative value. At the end of the semester the student and supervisor
will be asked to evaluate the level of attainment of each objective.
SOCIOLOGY
SOCI-101
Introduction to Sociology
(3,0) 3 Credits
A systematic investigation of the basic concepts and principles of
sociology with emphasis on culture, social relationships, groups,
institutions and social structure.
SOCI-201
Contemporary Social Problems (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: SOCI 101 - Introduction to Sociology.
This course will examine major American social problems. Some
of the topics examined include family disorganization, urban
problems, economic inequality, sex roles, crime, violence and drug
abuse.
SOCI-202
Marriage and Family
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: SOCI 101 - Introduction to Sociology.
Marriage and Family examines the background of marriage and
family systems throughout the world. Attention is given to topics
such as love, gender roles, sexuality, family violence,
communication and conflict, separation and divorce, and
remarriage and step-families.
SOCI-205
Deviance
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course will examine the major forms of social deviance.
Topics covered will include alcoholism and drug abuse, criminal
behavior, White Collar crime, mental illness, and sexual
misconduct.
SOCI-206
Society and the Environment (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: SOCI 101 - Introduction to Sociology.
Society and the Environment is an examination of the
interactions between people and the environment. The course
examines the concepts, actors, and processes of environment and
society, an assessment of environmental and political philosophies,
models for action, social movements, and the problems and
prospects of creating sustainable societies. Each semester selected
case studies will be examined.
SOCI-208
Introduction to Global Studies (3,0) 3 Credits
This course will introduce students to global studies by
examining a number of global issues, which include (1)national
security, nuclear proliferation and interventionism, (2)war, political
violence, and militarism, (3)trade and natural resources,
(4)democracy and democratization, (5)global stratification and
(6)sustainable development and scarce resources. An underlying
theme in the course is the concept of globalization since the end of
World War II. Theories and concepts will form a framework for
analyzing the transformations of institutional systems, social
structures and environmental contexts at global, national and local
levels. Offered in the fall semester.
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SOCI-220
Film & Popular Culture:
Image & Reality
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: SOCI 101 - Intro to Sociology (if taking for Social
Science credit).
Explores the myths and realities of American popular culture
through the screening of films and informed reading. The course
will examine how images reflect and distort American social
behavior. Topics covered include crime, violence, sexuality, class,
race, and consumerism. Students will select to earn credit for either
SOCI 220 or FILM 220.
SOCI-231
American Minority Relations (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: SOCI 101 - Introduction to Sociology.
Examines racial, ethnic, sexual, religious, and other minority
groups in American society, with particular emphasis on oppression
of these minorities.
SOCI-233
Sociology of Sport
(3,0) 3 Credits
An examination of sport as a significant aspect of modern culture
and a major institution of modern society. Among the topics that
will be analyzed include: gender and sports, sports as an economic
enterprise, sports in high school and college and the issues of social
class and race in sports.
SPANISH STUDIES
SPAN-103 Introduction to Spanish I
(3,1) 3 Credits
This course emphasizes each of the four modes of expression
(speaking/writing) and comprehension (listening/reading). The
course is designed for students with no Spanish experience. Native
speakers and students with successful completion of two or more
years of Spanish (within past 5 years) cannot receive credit for this
course. Course is multi-media within the classroom, and a language
lab component is included for individual practice.
SPAN-104 Introduction to Spanish II
(3,1) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: SPAN 103 - Introduction to Spanish I or appropriate
placement test score.
Continuation of Spanish 103 emphasizing each of the four modes
of expression (speaking/writing) and comprehension
(listening/reading). This course utilizes the same text, workbook,
and multi-media components as Spanish 103 and includes a
language lab component.
SPAN-104H Introduction to Spanish II Honors
(4,0) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: Student must have earned an A in SPAN 103 Introduction to Spanish I and a current overall GPA of at least
3.5, or obtain permission of the instructor.
Like Spanish 104, the honors course is a continuation of Spanish
103 with emphasis on both modes of expression (speaking/writing)
and comprehension (listening/reading). This course utilizes the
same text, workbook, and multi-media components as the nonhonors version. The honors course, however, engages students in
using their grammar skills for exploring a variety of cultural topics
and issues such as history, politics, and popular culture. The
assignments may include reflection papers, supplemental readings,
student-led discussions, and a collaborative project in a Spanish
speaking community.
SPAN-105
Introduction to Spanish II
with Review
(4,1) 4 Credits
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test score.
This course is designed for the student who has studied Spanish
for two years or more in high school and is not ready for
Introduction to Spanish II. The first 1/4 of the course is a review
of SPAN 103 content leaving the final 3/4 of the course to cover
SPAN 104 content. This course emphasizes each of the four
modes of expression (speaking/writing) and comprehension
(listening/reading). A laboratory component is included.
SPAN-201 Intermediate Spanish I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: SPAN 104 - Introduction to Spanish II, SPAN 105 Introduction to Spanish II with Review or appropriate placement
test score.
This course is a continuation of content presented in SPAN 103,
SPAN 104, SPAN 105. Instruction emphasizes each of the four
modes of expression (speaking/writing) and comprehension
(listening/reading). This course is multi-media: video, CDROM,
and CD with access to language lab.
SPAN-202 Intermediate Spanish II
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: SPAN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I or appropriate
placement test score.
This course is a continuation of content presented in SPAN 201.
Instruction emphasizes each of the four modes of expression
(speaking/writing) and comprehension (listening/reading). This
course is multi-media: video, CDROM, and CD with access to
language lab.
SPAN-210
Spanish for Native and
Heritage Speakers I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisites: Student must be a native or heritage speaker of
Spanish or have permission of the instructor.
This course is designed for students for whom Spanish is their
native or heritage language. It provides those students with
opportunity to expand their existing proficiency and to develop their
reading and writing skills. Spelling and vocabulary development
are stressed. Emphasis will be placed on usage appropriate to
academic and professional settings.
SPAN-211 Survey of Spanish Culture
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: SPAN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II or appropriate
placement test score.
This course consists of readings and discussion in Spanish on the
culture of Spain. Topics to be discussed include the history,
literature, music, art and current social, political and economic
situation in the country.
SPAN-213
Spanish for Native and
Heritage Speakers II
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: Student must be a native or heritage speaker of
Spanish or have permission of the instructor.
Special emphasis is placed on grammar and composition. This
course provides students with the opportunity to expand their
existing proficiency and to develop their reading and writing skills.
Emphasis will be placed on usage appropriate to academic and
professional setting.
SPAN-215 Spanish Literature
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: SPAN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II or appropriate
placement test score.
Students read and discuss, in Spanish, selections from the
literature of Spain and Spanish America.
SPAN-223 Spanish American Civilization (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: SPAN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II or equivalent.
Readings and discussion, in Spanish, of the civilization of
Spanish American countries. The course will look at preColumbian civilizations, the arrival of the Spanish, the colonial
period, the Wars of Independence, and the modern period. In
discussing the modern period, a representative country from each of
the following regions will be examined in some detail: Rio de la
Plata, Los Andes, Mexico y Centroamerica, y Las Antillas.
SPAN-224
Spanish Conversation
and Composition I
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: SPAN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II or appropriate
placement test score.
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Students will refine their speaking, listening, reading and writing
skills in Spanish for use in everyday situations. Various aspects of
Spanish life will be discussed. Students will be encouraged to
express their opinions orally and in writing.
SPAN-225
Spanish Conversation
and Composition II
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: SPAN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II or appropriate
placement test score.
Class meeting will consist of conversation in Spanish on various
topics: formal and informal, cultural and linguistic. Discussions
and compositions will be based on newspaper and magazine
articles, internet sources, and television and video material.
SPAN-241
Special Topics in Spanish: Issues in the
Spanish Speaking World Today (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: SPAN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II or appropriate
score on Spanish Placement Test.
This course addresses, in Spanish, current issues in Spanishspeaking countries. Those issues may include, but not be limited to:
Mexico-U.S. relations, the condition of indigenous peoples in
various countries, nationalist movements in countries like Bolivia
and Venezuela, Cuba after Castro, Spain and its Muslim citizens.
STUDENT DEVELOPMENT
STDV-013 Student Success Seminar(1.5,0) 1 Non-Credits
The Student Success Seminar is a course specifically designed
for students whose appeal of academic suspension has been
accepted by the Academic Appeals Committee. In this course,
students are offered support and in depth knowledge on how to
succeed in college. Topics covered will include self-assessment,
accepting personal responsibility, motivation, study skills, time
management, learning styles, communicating effectively, goal
setting and developing a support network. For billing purposes,
this course is considered 1 credit. Credit for this course does not
apply to credit hours earned, grade point average, or graduation
requirements.
STDV-100 The College Experience
(2,0) 2 Credits
This course examines ways in which students can build the
academic and social skills necessary for a successful college
experience. This course utilizes individual and group exercises to
enhance study skill techniques, critical thinking processes, research
and evaluation of career pathways, exploration of values and
effective use of college resources. Students will apply the course
material directly to their other courses and other aspects of their
college life. The course will help students become engaged in the
college experience as intentional learners who are empowered,
informed and responsible.
STDV-101 Career Planning for Today
(3,0) 3 Credits
This course provides total career assessment. Consideration is
given to planning and implementing a quality life, career, and entry
or re-entry into the job market. A variety of evaluation systems are
used to assist participants in assessing abilities, interests, and
values. Assessment is based on these results, and career goals and
objectives are evaluated. Additional emphasis is placed on the
nature of career decisions individuals face throughout their
lifetime. It examines the process of personal career choice and
assists students in setting career goals.
STDV-102 Leadership Development
(1,0) 1 Credits
This course is designed for students who have joined, or have
been elected or appointed to college organizations or student clubs.
Students who anticipate such participation will also find the course
useful. The course covers the basic concept of community
development as it relates to student leadership components,
exploring and understanding personal value systems and those of
others, developing effective group process skills, and assessing the
dynamics of change systems. Students will be given an opportunity
to learn and practice the techniques of programming college
events.
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THEATRE ARTS
THEA-103 Introduction to Theatre
(3,0 ) 3 Credits
This course introduces students to the collaborative nature of
Western theatre. Students will examine how the roles and
contributions of the playwright, actor, director, designer, and
audience integrate to form the complete theatre experience.
THEA-105 Acting I: Fundamentals
(2,2) 3 Credits
Students will learn the theory and practice of the art of acting.
The course will focus on the primary elements of acting, such as
relaxation, concentration, emotional truth, imagination, and the
maintaining of objectives. The course will be augmented by student
performance, both improvised and scripted.
THEA-106 Acting II: Scene Study
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: THEA 105 - Acting I: Fundamentals.
Acting II will delve deeper into the art of acting focusing
specifically on characterization and styles. Students will perform
scenes from a variety of playwrights and genres.
THEA-107 History of Theatre: Classical (3,0) 3 Credits
A survey of world theatre, beginning with pre-Greek ritual and
extending through the seventeenth century. The course will address
the Western tradition in theatre and the history and development of
theatre as a means of communicating ideas, emotions, and
experiences. Students may be required to attend a live performance.
Offered in the fall semester.
THEA-108 History of Theatre: Modern
(3,0) 3 Credits
Students will gain an understanding of the development of world
theatre from the beginning of the eighteenth century through
contemporary times. The course will emphasize the Western
tradition and its most vital eras. Emphasis will be on the history and
development of the modern theatre. Students may be required to
attend a live performance. Offered in the spring semester.
THEA-109 Voice and Diction
(3,0) 3 Credits
Students will develop skills in vocal execution and presentation
for the performance. Basic course material will include theories and
techniques of breath control, voice projection and tonal variation.
Breathing and relaxation exercises plus methods of allaying
tensions and fears will be stressed. Student performances include
recitation of prose, poetry and dramatic literature. Offered every
other year in odd numbered years in the spring semester.
THEA-111 Theatre Production I
(0,3) 1 Credits
Theatre Production is a hands-on experience for students working
on student theatre productions, either on or off stage: acting, stage
design, lighting, sound, costumes, makeup, stage management,
house management, assistant directing, understudying, etc. The
course is meant for students who wish to gain valuable practical
theatre experience.
THEA-112 Theatre Production II
(0,3) 1 Credits
Theatre Production is a hands-on experience for students working
on student theatre productions, either on or off stage: acting, stage
design, lighting, sound, costumes, makeup, stage management,
house management, assistant directing, understudying, etc. The
course is meant for students who wish to gain valuable practical
theatre experience.
THEA-113 Stagecraft: Sets and Props
(2,2) 3 Credits
This course will provide the student with a theoretical and
practical introduction to theater technology. The course will cover
the theater plant, theater personnel, scene construction, and scene
painting. Students will apply the theory and techniques in a
laboratory situation, providing the technical support for
productions sponsored by the department. Offered in the spring
semester.
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THEA-114 Stagecraft: Lights and Sound (2,2) 3 Credits
This course will provide the student with a theoretical and
practical introduction to theatre technology. The course will cover
the theatre plant, theatre personnel, electrical theory, stage lighting,
and sound. Students will apply the theory and techniques in a
laboratory situation, providing the technical support for
productions sponsored by the department. Offered in the fall
semester.
THEA-117 Theatre Production III
(0,3) 1 Credits
Theatre Production is a hands-on experience for students working
on student theatre productions, either on or off stage: acting, stage
design, lighting, sound, costumes, makeup, stage management,
house management, assistant directing, understudying, etc. The
course is meant for students who wish to gain valuable practical
theatre experience.
THEA-118 Theatre Production IV
(0,3) 1 Credits
Theatre Production is a hands-on experience for students working
on student theatre productions, either on or off stage: acting, stage
design, lighting, sound, costumes, makeup, stage management,
house management, assistant directing, understudying, etc. This
course is meant for students who wish to gain valuable practical
theatre experience.
THEA-203 Acting III: Styles of Acting
(2,2) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: THEA 106 - Acting II: Scene Study.
Styles of Acting is a scene study course in which students
perform scenes from different historical eras and styles: ancient
Greek tragedy, Commedia dell'Arte, Shakespearean comedy and
French classical. Offered in spring semester.
THEA-205 American Musical Theatre
(3,0) 3 Credits
American Musical Theater is a lecture/discussion course that
covers the life of the American musical from its 19th century
beginnings, through the emergence of the musical comedy of
Jerome Kern, to the classical works of Rodgers and Hammerstein
and Cole Porter, up to Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim, and
the contemporary scene. The works will be presented in their
historical and social context, as well as their musical and dramatic
development. Students will be required to see and critically analyze
at least one musical play during the semester. Offered in the spring
semester.
WELDING TECHNOLOGY
WTTC-108 Basic Welding
(2,3) 3 Credits
This course is designed to combine classroom theory and handson shop experience. Students will practice oxyacetylene cutting,
brazing, electric arc, MIG, and TIG welding techniques which are
used in industrial, automotive, truck and construction settings.
Selections of electrodes, safety procedures, welding terms, and
American Welding Society (AWS) welding symbols will be
covered.
WTTC-109 Advanced Welding
(2,3) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: WTTC 108 - Basic Welding.
The student will learn the following through hands-on experience
and classroom theory: SMAW F1,2,3,4 and G1,2,3,4,5,6 setup and
welding procedures on aluminum and stainless steel; how to select
gasses for welding ferrous and nonferrous metals, welding
dissimilar metals, welding hard surfacing, cast iron, cast steel and
copper/copper alloys.
WOMEN & GENDER STUDIES
WGST-110
Introduction to Women
and Gender Studies
(3,0) 3 Credits
This interdisciplinary course introduces students to the study of
women and gender. Students will explore the meaning of gender
and gender inequality, how gender relates to sexuality, and how
gender is constructed and mediated by historical, social, global, and
political influences. The course draws on the methodologies of
sociology, philosophy, history, psychology, cultural studies, and
literary studies. Readings will explore the impact of gender on
women and men and its relationship to race, ethnicity, class, sexual
orientation, and religion.
THEA-207 Introduction to Playwriting
(3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite: THEA 103 - Introduction to Theatre or permission
from the instructor.
This course focuses on the process of writing a one-act play, from
the conception of a dramatic idea to the completion of a final draft.
Exercises in dialogue, character development, conflict and
structure will be an essential part of the course. Class meetings will
focus on the reading and discussion of student work as well as
selected published plays. Offered in the spring semester.
THEA-252
Professional Development:
Theatre
(1,1) 1 Credits
This course is designed to help prepare students majoring in
Theatre (A.A.) and Technical Theatre (A.F.A) transfer successfully
into B.A. or B.F.A. programs. The course will cover topics such as
critical thinking in the performing arts, career options, resume,
portfolio and audition preparation for transfer and employment,
audition technique, and the identification of appropriate transfer
colleges. This course is intended for students in the third or fourth
semester of their program and who are planning to transfer or seek
professional employment in the field. Offered in the fall semester.
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CORPORATE &
CONTINUING
EDUCATION
Corporate & Continuing Education (CCE) provides noncredit educational enrichment for workforce advancement and
professional credentialing.
CCE is committed to providing quality educational
experiences to help individuals reach their highest potential,
enhancing personal enrichment and professional growth
through lifelong education and workforce development.
CCE understands the pressures and challenges businesses face
in their pursuit of growth and success. The goal is to help
organizations be more competitive by developing a competent
and committed workforce. Through various services of
customized contract training, open enrollment, workforce
development and small business counseling, CCE provides
organizations with the assistance they need to achieve success.
Allied Health
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the
demand for health care professionals has rapidly increased in
recent years. As a result, Allied Health disciplines are among
the fastest-growing occupations. The Allied Health program
provides quality, comprehensive, and innovative educational
programs for health care workers. Classes are offered yearround, days and evenings. Classes can also be delivered onsite to your organization/company.
Public Safety Institute
The Somerset County Police Academy is a division of the
Public Safety Institute. Located on the RVCC campus, the
Academy enjoys the reputation of being one of the finest
training facilities in the State. The Academy has been certified
by the New Jersey Police Training Commission (P.T.C.) since its
inception in 1987. The Police Academy is operated by the staff
of the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office in conjunction with
the Somerset County Sheriff's Office and Chiefs or Directors of
Police of all municipal police departments within Somerset
County.
The Academy conducts two basic courses for police officers
each year. The Basic Course, which lasts 24 weeks, is one of the
longest and most comprehensive of its kind in the state and is
best described as a blend of military training and college
academics. Graduates of the basic police recruit program are
certified as Community Policing Officers by the U.S.
Department of Justice and the program is administered by the
New Jersey Regional Community Policing Institute.
The Academy conducts basic training courses annually for
county corrections officers, as enrollment dictates. The 11-week
program prepares personnel entering the corrections field for a
successful and safe career.
In 2008 the Academy also began conducting a 24-week basic
training course for NJ State Parole Officers.
In addition, the Academy conducts more than 125 continuing
education courses each year for uniform patrol officers,
corrections officers, detectives and assistant prosecutors.
Small Business Development Center
RVCC, in collaboration with New Jersey City University
(NJCU), provides an alternate route to teacher certification for
grades K-12. New Pathways to Teaching provides a structured
program to obtain a teacher certification for individuals who
have not taken a traditional teacher education curriculum. Those
who qualify and enter the program may choose to work toward
their certification only or may opt to receive 15 graduate credits
toward their Master’s degree from NJCU.
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) offers small
business owners the assistance they need to plan and develop
successful and profitable ventures. The purpose of the SBDC is
to help aspiring small business owners, and those already
operating a business, define or redefine their business objectives
and assist them in moving forward. The SBDC provides
services to small businesses in all industries, including
technology, manufacturing, retail, service, wholesale, as well as
international trade.
Services offered include:
Free Counseling – free, confidential one-on-one counseling
offered at various locations throughout Somerset and Hunterdon
counties.
Free Resource Materials – extensive business library offering
a variety of small business publications and Internet access for
business research.
Free and Low-cost Workshops – conducted by experienced
professionals, successful business owners, consultants and
federal and state government specialists.
Visit the SBDC website at www.SBDCRVCC.com.
Customized Training
SCORE Chapter 14
Continuing & Professional Education
Professional Development programs help individuals remain
current and marketable in today's business environment.
Individuals may enroll in non-credit courses and certificate
programs to enhance credentials, update skills and retrain for
new occupations. Courses and certificate programs are available
in business management, career development, customer service,
communication/writing skills, computer technology, digital
photography, exam preparation, human resources, insurance,
leadership, project management, and many other areas. For a
complete listing, visit www.raritanval.edu/cce.
New Pathways to Teaching
CCE's Business & Industry Training Services offers
responsive performance consulting and training solutions that
are designed to enhance human capital and performance leading
to higher levels of productivity and profitability for today’s
diverse, fast-paced, global business environments. Our expert
performance consultants and trainers, world-class business
training partners, customization of training curriculum and 24/7
training delivery options allow us to meet the educational needs
of today's businesses.
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Free counseling services to new and growing businesses are
provided by the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE),
a voluntary group of active and retired business executives. The
local chapter, Chapter 14, has been meeting at Raritan Valley
Community College to serve Central Jersey since 1977.
Individuals interested in using this service can make an
appointment through the Institute by calling (908) 526-1200,
extension 8235.
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GOVERNANCE
Raritan Valley Community College is sponsored by the Somerset and Hunterdon County Boards of Chosen
Freeholders through the College Board of Trustees. The College comes under the general regulatory supervision
of the New Jersey Commission on Higher Education. Known as Somerset County College for 18 years, the
College officially changed its name to Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC) on July 24, 1987, to reflect
the significant change in the administrative structure of the College. RVCC became the first bi-county college in
the State, when Hunterdon County joined in support of the College with Somerset County.
As part of the merger, Hunterdon gained four seats on the College Board of Trustees. The 15-member
governing body includes seven members appointed by the Somerset Board of Chosen Freeholders, three
members appointed by the Hunterdon Board of Chosen Freeholders, the Executive County Superintendents from
both Somerset and Hunterdon Counties, two members appointed by the New Jersey State Board of Higher
Education and an alumni representative. The College President serves as an ex-officio member of the Board of
Trustees.
Raritan Valley Community College
Board of Trustees
Somerset County
Board of Chosen Freeholders
Paul J. Hirsch, Chairman
Evelyn S. Field, Vice Chair
Catherine McVicker, Vice Chair
Frank T. Araps
Raymond H. Bateman
Joetta Clark Diggs
Trudy Doyle
John Graf, Jr.
John L. McGuire
Peter G. Schoberl
Frederic C. Sterritt
Gerald J. Vernotica
Kate R. Whitman
Robert P. Wise
Lindsay Troyer, Alumni Representative
Jack M. Ciattarelli, Director
Robert Zaborowski, Deputy Director
Peter S. Palmer
Patricia L. Walsh
Patrick Scaglione
Hunterdon County
Board of Chosen Freeholders
William G. Mennen, Director
J. Matthew Holt, Deputy Director
George B. Melick, Freeholder
Ronald M. Sworen, Freeholder
Robert G. Walton, Freeholder
Casey Crabill, President
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THE ADMINISTRATION
Casey Crabill, President. B.A., Skidmore College; M.S., Ed.D, State
University of New York at Albany
Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, Under search.
John Trojan, Vice President of Finance and Facilities. B.S., St.
Peter’s College; M.B.A., Wharton Graduate Business School
Charles E. Chulvick, Vice President for Technology, Assessment and
Planning. B.A., Kings College; M.Sc., University of Wales
Jacki Belin, Dean of College Advancement. B.S., Binghamton
University, State University of New York; M.B.A., New York
University Leonard N. Stern School of Business
Nancy Moore, Vice President for Human Resources and Labor
Relations. B.A., M.P.A., Rutgers University
Janet Luton Perantoni, Dean of Corporate and Continuing
Education. B.S., University of Nebraska; M.A., Rutgers University
Diane Lemcoe, Dean of Student Services. M.P.A., University of
Missouri
Jill Accomando, Assistant Director - Infant & Toddler Coordinator Teacher, Children’s Campus. B.S., East Straudsberg University
Jacinthia Alexander, Theatre Manager. B.A., Florida State
University
Margaret Amorosa, Project Coordinator, Facilities and Grounds
Amy Anderson, Web Developer. B.A., Lafayette College
Tarana Baldwin, Director of Academic Program Outreach. B.A.,
Hampton University
Lonny W. Buinis, Instructional Designer. B.S., Stevens Institute of
Technology; M.S., Stevens Institute of Technology
Rebecca Case, Academic Recruiter. A.A., Raritan Valley Community
College; B.A., B.A., Drew University; M.A., Montclair State
University
Richard Celeste, Director of Public Service. B.A., St. Francis
College; M.A.Ed., Seton Hall University; Ed.D., Nova Southeastern
University
Donyea Collins, Director, EOF. B.S., Barber-Scotia College
Kristen David, Academic Advisor. B.S., M.S., University of Rhode
Island
Michael DePinto, Purchasing Coordinator. B.S., University of
Delaware
Greg DeSanctis, Academic Advisor. B.S., Pennsylvania State
University
Joseph Dipietro, Assistant Director of Facilities for Energy and
Project Management.
Jacqueline Drummer, Director of Laboratory Services. B.S.,
Thomas A. Edison State College; M.A., Centenary College
Ralph Dunhamn, Program Director, Youth Programs. B.S., Seton
Hall University
Elizabeth Enz Lewis, Staff Accountant. A.A.S., Raritan Valley
Community College; B.S., Thomas Edison State College
Valerie Fania, Payroll Manager. A.S., Raritan Valley Community
College
Brenda Fisher, Assistant Dean, Workforce Development/CCE. B.A.,
Rutgers University
M. Christine Foster-Cates, Academic Advisor. M.Ed., Seattle
University
Amie Gallagher, Planetarium Associate. M.S., Fordham University
Jeanne A. Giordano, Executive Director of Management,
Conference and Communication Services. A.A., Somerset County
College; B.A., Thomas A. Edison State College
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John Gouldey, Manager of the Bookstore.
Cathy Griffin, Director of Children’s Campus. M.S., Bank Street
College of Education
Keith J. Guerin, Director of Institutional Research and Assessment.
B.A., Gettysburg College; M.S.W., West Virginia University; Ph.D.,
University of Georgia Athens
William Harnden, Assistant Director of Small Business
Development Center. B.S., Ramapo College
Anne Hickey, Child Care Teacher. B.A., Kean University; Group
Teacher Certification, State of New Jersey
Judith Impell, Coordinator of Disabilities Services. M.A., Montclair
State College
Larry Jenkins, Regional Director, Small Business Development
Center. B.A., B.A., Rutgers University
Julia West Johnson, Associate Dean, Workforce Business
Development. B.A., Kansas Wesleyan University; M.S., NJIT
Nancy Jordan, Dean of Academic Program Development &
Partnerships. B.A., Georgetown University; M.A., Columbia
University
Maureen Kennedy, Assistant Director of the Foundation. B.A.,
Rowan College
David Kring, Director, Testing Center. Ed.M., Rutgers University
Linda Laba, Financial Analyst. M.B.A., Seton Hall University
Phebe Lacay, Assistant Director of Institutional Research. M.S.Ed.,
Baruch College
Cristina Lankay, Theatre Associate. B.A., Richard Stockton College
Nancy Lestrange, Director of Information Systems. B.S., Rutgers
University; M.S., New Jersey Institute of Technology
Alan C. Liddell, Director of Theatre. B.A., University of Dayton
Kelly Lindstrom, Business Systems Analyst. A.A.S., A.S., Raritan
Valley Community College; B.S., Thomas Edison State College
Audrey Loera, Assistant Dean of Academic Programs &
Partnerships. B.A., Villanova University; M.P.A., Andrew Jackson
University
Michael E. Machnik, Executive Director of Instructional Computing
and Technology. A.S., Massachusetts Bay Community College; B.S.,
Worcester State College; M.S., Emerson College
Pearl Margolis, Director of Cultural Outreach. M.A., Seton Hall
University
Todd Markewicz, Manager of the Print Shop. A.A.S., Raritan Valley
Community College
Lisa Markov, Print & Web Design Coordinator. B.F.A., Rutgers
University; B.S., Central Michigan University
Wayne Martin, Athletic Director. M.S., Long Island University
Theresa McAllister, Assistant Controller. B.S., College of St.
Elizabeth
Martha McNulty, Director of Career and Technical Education
Partnership. M.S., NJIT
Leonard Mesonas, Director, Financial Aid. B.A., Rutgers University
Paul T. Michaud, Director of Transfer and Career Services. B.S.,
Lyndon State College; M.Ed., James Madison University
Lester Miller, Executive Director of Business Services. M.S., College
of New Jersey
Theresa Moody, Program Manager, NJACE. M.A., Ball State
University
Lori Moog, Director, Service Learning & Community Outreach.
B.A., City University of New York; M.A., University of Phoenix
Birte Nebeker, Director of the Library. M.A., University of
Copenhagen; M.L.S., Rutgers University
Jose Olivares, Director of Community Outreach. B.A., B.A., Rutgers
University
Kelly Oliver, Multi Media Specialist/Web Editor. M.A., The New
School University
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Mary O’Malley, Executive Director of Enrollment Services. M.Ed.,
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Brian O’Rourke, Executive Director of Facilities and Grounds.
B.S.E., Villanova University
Daniel Palubniak, Registrar. M.Ed., Rutgers University
Chad Peters, Public Services Coordinator.
Darlene Pickerell, Academic Program Coordinator. B.S., Thomas
Edison State College
Phyllis Pitts, Academic Recruiter. B.A., Florida A&M University
Patricia Richmond, Assistant Registrar. B.S., Centenary College;
M.P.A., Centenary College
Wendy Rizzolo, Child Care Teacher. B.A., Leeds University, United
Kingdom; Post Graduate Certificate in Elementary Education,
Manchester Polytechnic, United Kingdom
David J. Ross, Director, First Year Experience. B.A., M.A.,
Montclair State University
Lenore Schuller, Benefits Manager. B.S., Montclair State University;
M.S., Upsala College
Melinda Sherwood, Outreach & Communication Specialist. M.A.,
Johns Hopkins University
Holly Smythe, Instructional Designer. B.S., Indiana University;
M.Ed., Indiana University; M.S., Bloomsburg University
Lisa Spencer, Project Manager, HOPE. B.A., Mount Holyoke
College
Maxwell M. Stevens, Dean of Instruction. B.S., St. Augustine
College; M.B.A., Atlanta University; Ed.D., Rutgers University
Donna Stolzer, Director of Media Relations. B.A., Brandeis
University; M.A., Hunter College
Elizabeth Sullivan, International Academic Advisor. B.S., East
Stroudsburg University
Mary Sullivan, Executive Director of Student Life and Civic
Engagement. B.S., College Misericordia; M.B.A., California
Lutheran University
Myra D. Swanson, Associate Dean of Instruction. B.A., Spelman
College; M.A., Columbia University
Robert Szkodny, Security Site Supervisor. M.A.S., Fairleigh
Dickinson University
Janet Thompson, Executive Director of Marketing. B.A., Seton Hall
University
Laura Sue Thornley, Student/Community Service Specialist. M.A.,
The College of New Jersey
Joanne Travaglini, Academic Advisor & Outreach Coordinator.
B.A., University of Delaware
Thomas Valasek, Interim Dean of Faculty. B.A., St. Vincent
College; M.A., Ohio University; M.A., New York University
Wil van der Veen, Director, NJACE. Ph.D., University of Leiden
Lisa Villanueva, Academic Advisor. B.A., Queens College
Jerome M. Vinski, Director of the Planetarium. B.S., Clarion
University of Pennsylvania; M.S., Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Alaysha Walker, Student Activities Coordinator. B.S., University of
Phoenix
Cheryl Wallace, Human Resources Manager. B.S., North Carolina
Central University
Anne Walters, Academic Advisor. A.S., Raritan Valley Community
College; B.A., Drew University; M.S., Kansas State University
Debra Weiner, Director, Tutoring Services. B.S., State University of
New York at Buffalo
John Wheeler, Academic Advisor. B.A., George Washington
University; M.A., University of Connecticut; M.S., S.U.N.Y.
John Wiedemann, Production Coordinator, Theatre.
Violet Willensky, Controller and Executive Director of Finance.
B.S., Montclair State University
Jaché Williams, Admissions Advisor. B.A., B.A., Duke University
Reinhold Woykowski, Safety & Facilities Manager, 2nd Shift.
FACULTY
Siham A. Alfred, Professor, Mathematics. B.A., Beirut College for
Women; M.S., American University of Beirut; Ph.D., Rutgers
University
Anne Marie Anderson, Instructor, Accounting. B.S., M.S., Seton
Hall University
Daniel Aronson, Associate Professor, Economics. B.A., S.U.N.Y.;
M.A., Rutgers University
Lori Ann Austin, Instructor, Mathematics. M.A., Rowan University
Maryann Balut, Assistant Professor, Nursing. M.S., Mercy College
Sarah Banfield, Instructor, Speech. Ed.D., West Virginia University
Marianne Baricevic, Instructor, Anatomy. Ph.D., Rutgers University
Rola Bekdash, Assistant Professor, Anatomy. M.S., American
University of Beirut
Cheryl Bell, Assistant Professor, ESL. M.A., University of Findley
Boualem Bendjilahi, Instructor, Mathematics. Ph.D., University of
Cincinnati
Mark Bezanson, Associate Professor, Communications. B.A.,
Rutgers University; M.A., New York University
William Black, Associate Professor, Accounting. B.S., Lehigh
University; M.S., Pace University; Ph.D., New York University
Angela Bodino, Professor, English. B.A., Barnard College; M.A.,
Rutgers University; Ed.D., Rutgers University
Barbara Bretcko, Professor, English. B.A., Indiana University of
Pennsylvania; M.A., Washington University
Stephen Brower, Assistant Professor, Computer Information
Systems. B.S., New Jersey Institute of Technology; M.S., New Jersey
Institute of Technology
Janice Buttler, Associate Professor, Nursing. A.A.S., Raritan Valley
Community College; B.S., Seton Hall University; M.S., Rutgers
University
Edward Carr, Assistant Professor, Microbiology. Ph.D., Rutgers
University
Patrice Case, Assistant Professor, Nursing. M.S., Hunter College
David Chase, Instructor, English. Ph.D., University of California
Youngjun Choi, Assistant Professor, Mathematics. B.S., North
Dakota State University; M.S., New Jersey Institute of Technology
Deborah Corbett, Professor, Psychology. B.A., Montclair State
College; M.S., Purdue University; Ph.D., New York University
Mark Cozin, Professor, Sociology. B.A., Lafayette College; M.Phil.,
University of London
William Crosbie, Instructor, Gaming. Ed.M., Columbia University
Margaret Czerw, Associate Professor, Chemistry. Ph.D., Rutgers
University
Patricia Davis, Associate Professor, Accounting. B.S., Long Island
University; M.A., S.U.N.Y.; M.B.A., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Lynne DeCicco, Professor, English. B.A., Rutgers University; M.A.,
Columbia University; M.Phil., Columbia University; Ph.D.,
Columbia University
Maria M. DeFilippis, Esq., Professor, Paralegal Studies. B.A.,
Douglass College; J.D., Rutgers University
Megan Dempsey, Instructor, Librarian. M.S.LIS, Long Island
University
Miriam Dumville, Professor, Psychology. B.A., Marymount
Manhattan College; M.A., Fordham University
Thomas Edmunds, Assistant Professor, Computer Information
Systems. B.A., Penn State University; M.S., Penn State University;
Ph.D., Penn State University
Robert Egan, Professor/Technical Services Librarian. B.A., William
Paterson College; M.L.S., Pratt Institute; M.A., Rutgers University
W. Michael Fagan, Assistant Professor, Finance. B.S., University of
Virginia; M.B.A., Indiana University; M.S., Stevens Institute of
Technology
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Justin Felix, Instructor, English. B.A., Kent State University; M.A.,
Kent State University
William Flynn, Assistant Professor, Business & Public Service.
M.A., John Jay College
Loretta Fois, Assistant Professor, Dance. M.F.A., Ohio State
University
Mira Franke, Assistant Professor, Physics. M.S.E., Ph.D., University
of Michigan
Karen Gaffney, Assistant Professor, English. Ph.D., University of
Delaware
Naomi Gelfand, Counselor I. M.A., Kean University
Cynthia Geoffroy, Assistant Professor, Mathematics. B.S., Westfield
State College; M.S., University of South Carolina
Rosemarie Gorini, Instructor, Math. M.A., Montclair State
University
Karen Gutshall, Associate Professor, Human Services. M.S.W.,
Ph.D., Rutgers University
Margaret Maghan, Instructor, Psychology. M.S., Northeastern
University
Betty L. Hannum, RN, Assistant Professor, Nursing. B.S.N., Rutgers
University; M.A., New York University
Elaine Musselman RN, Instructor, Nursing. M.S.N.Ed., University
of Phoenix
Lance Hemlow, Assistant Professor, Mathematics. A.A., Dutchess
Community College; B.A., S.U.N.Y.; M.A., Western Connecticut
State University; Ed.M. & Ed.S., Rutgers University
Vandana Nadkarni, Instructor, Art History. Ph.D., Freie Universitat
Robert Kevin Hinkle, Assistant Professor, ESL. M.A., Louisiana
State University; Ph.D., New York University
Miroslav Orna, Instructor, Mathematics. Ph.D., University of Albany
Carolyn Holl, Instructor, Nursing. M.A., New York University
Patti Hulsen, Associate Professor, Mathematics. B.S., St. Peters
College; M.S., Seton Hall University
Sarah Imbriglio, Associate Professor, Chemistry. Ph.D., University
of California, Irvine
Irene Jai, Instructor, Math. M.A., University of California at San
Diego
Cori Jones, Associate Professor, English. B.A., Mount Holyoke
College; M.F.A., Cornell University
Helen Jones RN, CS, Professor, Nursing. B.S., University of
Pennsylvania; M.N., University of California; Ph.D., The Union
Institute
Gwendolyn Kane, Instructor, English. M.Ed., Rutgers University
Stephen A. Kaufman, Professor, Anthropology. B.A., C.U.N.Y.;
M.A., University of California at Los Angeles; Ph.D., C.U.N.Y.
Jay Kelly, Instructor, Environmental Science. Ph.D., Rutgers
University
Pattiann Kletz, Assistant Professor, Business Administration.
M.B.A., Seton Hall University
William Klinger, Assistant Professor, Business. B.S., University of
Wisconsin - Madison; M.S., University of Wisconsin; M.B.A.,
Katholicke Universitat Leuven, Belgium; M.B.A., University of
Chicago
Christopher B. Koep, Associate Professor, Fine Arts. B.F.A.,
Syracuse University; M.F.A., Pratt Institute
Tomas Kovarik, Associate Professor, Mathematics. B.A., University
of Massachusetts; M.S., Northeastern University; Ed.D., Rutgers
University
Lynne Kowski, Associate Professor, Mathematics. B.S., Rutgers
University; M.S., Rutgers University; M.Ed., Rutgers University
Kathleen Krov, Assistant Professor, Nursing. B.A., Kean College;
M.A., Case Western Reserve University
Melanie Lenahan, Associate Professor, Biotechnology. Ph.D.,
UMDNJ
Ellen Lindemann, Associate Professor, Business Administration.
B.A., M.A., American University; Ph.D., Capella University
Barbara Luby, Counselor III. B.A., Kean College; M.A., Kean
College
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Julie Maginn, Assistant Professor, Library. M.L.S., Rutgers
University
Jason Mallory, Instructor, Philosophy. Ph.D., Binghamton University
Andrew Manno, Professor, English. B.A., Trenton State College;
M.A., Trenton State College; Ph.D., Lehigh University
James Marinaccio, Associate Professor, Biology. B.S., University of
Minnesota; M.S., University of Connecticut
Ellen McArdle, Professor, Spanish. B.A., Marymount College; M.A.,
Columbia University; M.A.T., Fairleigh Dickinson University; Ph.D.,
Columbia University
Elaine Moore, Assistant Professor, Marketing. B.S., M.S., M.B.A.,
Wayne St. University
Melanie Morris PHR, Associate Professor, Business Law. B.A.,
SUNY Albany; M.B.A, J.D., Temple University
Kelly Nicholson, Assistant Professor, Philosophy. B.A., University of
Washington; M.A., University of Washington; Ph.D., Claremont
Aditi Patel, Assistant Professor, Mathematics. M.S., Maharaja
Sayajirao University
Carol Patterson RN, Associate Professor, Nursing. A.A.S.,
Middlesex County College; B.S.N., Jersey City State College;
M.S.N., Seton Hall University
Ashlee Pieris, Instructor, CIS. M.S., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Christine Pipitone, Assistant Professor, English. Ed.M., Rutgers
University
Antonella Pompo, Assistant Professor, Engineering. Ph.D.,
University of Naples
Carrie Rafanello-Bazar, Career Counselor III. B.N.A., Loyola
College; M.S., San Francisco State University
Pratap P. Reddy, Professor, Computer Information Systems. B.S.,
Osmania University, India; M.S., Osmania University, India; M.S.,
Pratt Institute; Ph.D., Walden University
Kevin Reilly, Professor, History. B.A., Rutgers University; M.A.,
Rutgers University; Ph.D., Rutgers University
Laurie Reynolds, Associate Professor, French/Spanish. B.A.,
S.U.N.Y.; M.A., Purdue University
Glenn M. Ricketts, Professor, Political Science. B.A., Temple
University; M.A., Temple University; Ph.D., University of Chicago
Tracey Rimple, Instructor, Business. B.A., Rutgers University
Anita Rosenblithe, Professor, English. B.A., University of Akron;
M.A., University of Illinois; M.A. New York University; Ph.D.,
University of Illinois
Dennis Russo, Assistant Professor, Theatre. M.F.A., The New School
University
Susan Salminen, Assistant Professor, English. B.A., Bethany
College; BMUS, University of Vermont; M.A. University of New
Hampshire; M.S., St. Michael’s College; D.A., University of North
Colorado
Kimberly Schirner, Assistant Professor, Early Childhood
Development. M.Ed., Gratz College
Paul Schueler, Professor, Chemistry. B.S., University of Rochester;
Ph.D., New York University
Steven Schwarz, Assistant Professor, CIS. B.A., Rowan College;
M.A., College of New Jersey
Barbara Seater, Associate Professor, Sociology. B.S., University of
Wisconsin; M.A., University of Wisconsin; M.S., University of
Wisconsin
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Ellen Shakespeare, RHIA, Instructor, Health Information
Technology. B.S., University of Central Florida; M.B.A., University
of Miami
John Sichel, Instructor, Music. D.M.A., Yale University
Jeffrey Sommers, Associate Professor, History. Ph.D., Northeastern
University
Donna Stackhouse, Associate Professor, Fine Arts. B.A., Stockton
State; M.F.A., Mason Gross School of the Arts, Rutgers University
Domenick Stampone, Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice. J.D.,
Seton Hall University
Tatyana Stepanova, Instructor, Mathematics. M.S., Kharkov State
University
Beryl Stetson, Assistant Professor, Nursing. A.A.S., Kingsborough
Community College; B.S.N., College of Staten Island; M.S.N.,
S.U.N.Y.-HSCB
Elliott Stetson, Assistant Professor, Nursing. B.S.N., Adelphi
University; M.S., SUNY Health Science Center, Brooklyn
Anthony Strong, Assistant Professor, Music. BMUS, University of
Calgary; N.M., Indiana University
Ralph Sullender, Instructor, Graphic Design. M.F.A., Bard College
John Sullivan, Professor, Computer Information Systems. A.B.,
Rutgers College; M.A., New York University; Ph.D., Nova
Southeastern University
Kathryn Suk, Instructor, Elementary/Secondary Education. M.E.D.,
The College of New Jersey
Brian Thomas, A.B.O.M., F.N.A.O., Professor, Ophthalmic Science.
B.S., Montclair State College; M.A., Ph.D., Seton Hall University
Nora S. Thornber, Professor, Mathematics. B.A., University of
California; Ph.D., California Institute of Technology
Beth Tremallo, Instructor, Spanish. Ph.D., Harvard University
Richard Treut, Assistant Professor, Speech/Communication. B.S.,
Emerson College; M.A., Ohio University
Ann Tsubota, Professor, Fine Arts. A.B., Douglass College; M.F.A.,
Mason Gross School of the Arts, Rutgers University
Lisa Tucker, Assistant Professor, English. B.A., William Smith
College; M.A., Rutgers University
Ronald Tyson, Instructor, English. M.A., Rutgers University
Andrea Vaccaro, Instructor, ESL. B.A., Rutgers University
Jeffrey Warren, Counselor I. M.S., St. Bonaventure University
Karl Derek Weber, Instructor, Anatomy. Ph.D., University of
Wisconsin-Madison
Susan Williams, Assistant Professor, Nursing. M.S., Rutgers
University
Brian Zaleski, Instructor, English. Ph.D., Lehigh University
Consuelo Zapata, Teaching Assistant, Engineering/Physics. B.S.,
Mapua Institute of Technology
ADJUNCT FACULTY
Frederick Allen, Adjunct Associate Professor, Business & Public
Service. B.A., Bucknell University; J.D., Ohio Northern University
Craig Ally, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education. A.A.,
Raritan Valley Community College; B.S., University of New Haven;
M.A., Seton Hall University
Paloma Amar-Coleman, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science
& Education.
Mary Amato, Adjunct Instructor, Communication & Languages.
M.A., Drew University
David Anderson, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Computer Science.
B.A., Rutgers College; M.S., Seton Hall University
Winniefred Anthonio, Adjunct Assistant Professor, English. A.B.,
University of Michigan; A.M., University of Michigan; Ph.D.,
University of Michigan
Chinedu Anyanwu, Adjuct Assistant Professor, Business & Public
Service. Ph.D., University of Texas-Dallas
Mercedes Aravich, Adjunct Instructor, Computer Science.
Chanchal Arora, Adjunct Instructor, Health Science Education.
Stanley Arszulowicz, Adjunct Associate Professor, Mathematics.
B.E., M.M., Stevens Institute of Technology
James Auman, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages. B.A., Rutgers University; B.A., Montclair State
University; M.A., Hunter College
Mary Aun, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages. M.A., LaSalle University
Joshua Azzarella, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts.
M.F.A., Mason Gross School of the Arts, Rutgers University
Patricia Babcock, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages. B.A., University of Missouri; M.A., Montclair State
University
Lawrence Barbee, Adjunct Professor, Visual & Performing Arts.
B.A., Berklee College of Music
Lucia Barbieri, Adjunct Assistant Professor, English. B.S., M.A.,
Southern Illinois University
Mauricia Barcena, Adjunct Instructor, Communication &
Languages. Master, Universidad del Valle de Mexico
Lynne Barnes, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts. B.F.A.,
M.F.A., Mason Gross School of the Arts, Rutgers University
Peter Barra, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science& Engineering.
M.A., Nova Southeastern University
Vincent Barra, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Business & Public
Service. B.B.A., M.B.A., Pace University
Danielle Barry, Adjunct Associate Professor, Visual & Performing
Arts. B.A., Western Maryland College; B.A., McDaniel College
Jean Battihka, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. B.A.,
Hunter College; M.S., Rutgers University
Stephanie Beauchamp, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing
Arts. B.F.A, University of Texas at Austin; M.F.A., Texas Woman's
University
Emily Bengels, Adjunct Instructor, Communication & Languages.
M.Ed., Rutgers University
Frank Benna, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Business & Public
Service. B.A., M.B.A., Rutgers University
Maureen Bennett-Gates, Adjunct Associate Professor, Social
Science & Education. Ph.D., University of Toronto
Howard Beroff, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science & Engineering.
A.A.S., Raritan Valley Community College; B.M.E., Polytechnic
Institute of Brooklyn
Robert Bertolatus, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Computer Science.
B.S., M.S., Rutgers University
Laurie Bice, Adjunct Instructor, Business & Public Service. J.D.,
Widener University
William Bielen, Adjunct Associate Professor, Mathematics. B.A.,
Saint Peter's College; M.S. Purdue University
Denel Bingel, Adjunct Instructor, Health Science Education. M.Ed.,
Temple University
William Blake, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education. B.A., University of Massachusetts; J.D., Boston College
William Blake, Adjunct Associate Professor, Business & Public
Service. B.S., M.P.A., Northeastern University
Mark Bloom, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Visual & Performing
Arts. B.A., Wright State University; M.Div., The Lutheran
Theological Seminary at Philadelphia
Serena Bocchino, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts.
M.A., New York University
Dawn Bodrogi, Adjunct Instructor, English.
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Henry Brasch, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Business & Public
Service. M.B.A., Rutgers University
Gina Brescacin, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Business & Public
Service. M.B.A., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Casey Brienza, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
M.A., Mount Holyoke College
Jeffrey Brindle, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education.
Bonnie Brooks, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics.
Joseph Brower, Adjunct Associate Professor, Mathematics. A.A.,
B.S., Monmouth University; M.S., Rutgers University
Maronda Brown, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science &
Engineering. B.S., M.Ed., Springfield College; M.A., Mount Holyoke
College
Brenda Bruni, Adjunct Instructor, Communication & Languages.
M.A., Middlebury College
Adrian Bruning, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science &
Engineering. B.S., Ph.D., University of the Free State (Universiteit
Van Die Vrystaat), Bloemfontein, South Africa
Gregory Bullock, Adjunct Instructor, Science & Engineering.
Paul Burdett, Jr., Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education. B.A., College of Arts & Science at Plattsburgh, S.U.N.Y;
M.A., Midwestern State University
Olga Bush, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. B.A., Lehigh
University; M.A.T., Monmouth University
Sheila Buttermore, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Visual &
Performing Arts. M.A., Temple University
Natalia Cabinda, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages. Master, Universite de Yaounde, Cameroon
Tiffany Calvert, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts.
M.F.A., Foreign College
Crystal Cannella, Adjunct Associate Professor, English. B.A., M.A.,
Saint Bonaventure University
William Carnes, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Business & Public
Service. Ph.D., Georgia State University
Lia Carrier, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Business & Public Service.
B.A., Rutgers University; M.B.A., Seton Hall University
Ravi Chandran, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. M.S.,
Ph.D., Clarkson University
Anindita Chaudhuri, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science &
Education. M.A., Montclair State University
Nancy Chiappini, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages. B.A., M.A., Montclair State University
David Choie, Adjunct Associate Professor, Science & Engineering.
B.S., Beloit College; Ph.D., University of Rochester
Yesudas Choondassery, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science &
Education. Ph.D., Drew University
Erin Christie, Adjunct Instructor, Communication & Languages.
M.A., Montclair State University
Peter Ciccotelli, Adjunct Instructor, Communication & Languages.
M.A., Seton Hall University
Kathryn Clark, Adjunct Instructor, English.
Lemuel Clark, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science & Engineering.
B.S., Bethune-Cookman College; M.D., Meharry Medical College
James Clemens, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics.
James Coletta, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. B.A.,
M.A., Montclair State University
Giovanna Confalonieri, Adjunct Assistant Professor,
Communication & Languages. B.A., B.Ed., M.A., University of
Toronto
Warren Cooper, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages. Ph.D., Rutgers University
Margaret Cross, Adjunct Instructor, Communication & Languages.
M.Ed., College of New Jersey
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Floyd Crossman, Adjunct Instructor, Mathematics. M.S., New Jersey
Institute of Technology
Molly Crowther, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science &
Engineering. B.A., Drew University; M.S., Rutgers University; Ph.D.,
Syracuse University
Gary D'Alessandro, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Visual &
Performing Arts. A.A.S., Rochester Institute of Technology; B.A.,
Rutgers College; M.S., New York University
Jessica Darkenwald-DeCola, Adjunct Instructor, English. M.Ed.,
Rutgers University
Dominick DeFino, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics.
Richard DelMonaco, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Business & Public
Service. B.A., Rutgers University
Penny DelMoral, Adjunct Instructor, Health Information Technology.
M.B.A., New Jersey Institute of Technology
Anne Marie DelPrincipe, Adjunct Associate Professor, Business &
Public Service. B.A., M.B.A., Iona College
Christopher DeMayo, Adjunct Instructor, Business & Public
Service.
Stephen Deren, Adjunct Instructor, English. B.A., Montclair State
University
Joseph Diaferia, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
M.S., Long Island University
Leonard Diliberto, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Business & Public
Service. M.S., Stevens Institute of Technology
Robert DiMatteo, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts.
M.F.A., Yale University School of Art
Louis DiPerna, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. M.S.,
State University of New York, Albany
Brian Donnelly, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Business & Public
Service. B.S., Rutgers University; M.A., Seton Hall University; J.D.,
Seton Hall University School of Law
Lynn Eady, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages.
Michael Eckhart, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & PerformingArts.
Mona El Gayar, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Computer Science.
Ph.D., Lehigh University
Ronald Esser, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science & Engineering.
B.S.Ed., University of Missouri, Columbia; Ph.D., University of
North Carolina at Chapel Hill
John Evans, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Visual & Performing Arts.
Scott Evans, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Fitness & Wellness. B.S.,
College of New Jersey
Jacqueline Faigenbaum, Adjunct Assistant Professor, English.
B.Ed., M.Ed., State University of New York at Buffalo
James Farrell, Adjunct Assistant Professor, English. B.A., Montclair
State University; M.A., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Mohammed Feknous, Adjunct Instructor, Science & Engineering.
Elizabeth Fernbach, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages.
Franklin Ferrara, Adjunct Instructor, Science & Engineering. B.S.,
The College of New Jersey; M.Ed., Rutgers University
Shatha Findakly, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics.
Brigitte Fischer, Adjunct Instructor, Communication & Languages.
Classie Foat, Adjunct Associate Professor, Social Science &
Education. Ph.D., Stanford University
James Foran, Adjunct Instructor, Health Science Education.
Jacqueline Ford-Condelli, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Business &
Public Service. B.A., Kean University; M.A., Rider University
Wayne Forrest, Adjunct Professor, Business & Public Service. J.D.,
Seton Hall University School of Law
Tracy Fox, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts. M.F.A.,
University of Maryland
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Andrea Freiwald, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Visual & Performing
Arts. A.A., Middlesex County College; B.A., Montclair State
University; M.F.A., Pratt Institute
Barbara Friedman, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts.
Ronald Fritz, Adjunct Professor, Computer Science. M.B.A.,
Northern Illinois University
Enrica Funari, Adjunct Instructor, Communication & Languages.
M.A., Rutgers University
Richard Gabriele, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts.
M.F.A., Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts
Lorraine Gahles-Kildow, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science &
Education. Ph.D., City College of New York
Andrew Gallinger, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages.
Thomas Garguilo, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
B.A., State University of New York at Stony Brook; M.A., Rutgers
University and New Jersey Institute of Technology
John Garrett, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. B.S.,
Missouri Southern College; M.S., University of Missouri at Rolla;
Ph.D., University of Missouri at Rolla
Edward Gaul, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education.
Carole George, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education. B.A., Queens; M.S., Saint Johns University, Jamaica
Sylvia Gilfillian, Adjunct Instructor, English. B.A.
Patricia Gillespie, Adjunct Instructor, Health Information
Technology. B.S., Weber State University
Mita Goldar, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Business & Public
Service. M.Phil., City College of New York
Arielle Goldstein, Adjunct Instructor, Computer Science.
Lynne Gonski, Adjunct Associate Professor, Social Science &
Education. B.A., Mansfield State College; M.S., Rutgers University
Lara Goudsouzian, Adjunct Instructor, Science & Engineering.
B.A., University of California, Berkeley; M.A., Princeton University
Christopher Graham, Adjunct Instructor, Mathematics. M.S.,
Rutgers University
Arlene Graper, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. Montclair
State University
Nancie Greaney, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education. M.Ed., College of NewJersey
Kalwant Grewal, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. M.S.,
Ph.D., University of Texas at Arlington
Maria Grewal, Adjunct Associate Professor, Communication &
Languages.
Mary Gribbin, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science & Engineering.
Debra Grigoletti, Adjunct Instructor, Business & Public Service.
M.A., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Lisa Grimes, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Visual & Performing Arts.
B.F.A., Montclair State University
Adnan Haddad, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. M.S.,
West Coast Baptist College
Moayad Haddad, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. B.S.,
Al-Mustansiriyah University; M.S., Aston University
Susan Hager, Adjunct Associate Professor, Business & Public
Service. B.S., M.B.A., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Anita Haley, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science & Engineering.
M.A., Montclair State University
Jae Han, Adjunct Instructor, Communication & Languages. B.S.,
Seton Hall University; M.A., M.A., Kean University
Jeffrey Hand, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts. B.A.,
Freed-Hardeman University
Jane Haszko, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. B.A.,
Trenton State College; M.S.T., Rutgers University
Judy Hathaway, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages. B.A., Lycoming College; M.S., Rutgers University
Michael Hejazi, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science & Engineering.
Ph.D., University of Texas at El Paso
Richard Hellmann, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Computer Science.
Harry Hillard, Adjunct Associate Professor, Communication &
Languages. B.A., Rutgers College; M.F.A., New York University
Jennifer Hilligus, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
B.A., Fairleigh Dickinson University; M.A., Fairleigh Dickinson
University
Virginia Hoffart, Adjunct Associate Professor, Mathematics. M.Ed.,
Rutgers University
Craig Hoppe, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science & Engineering.
B.A., College of Wooster; M.S., Case Western Reserve University;
M.S., Ohio State University; Ph.D., Johns Hopkins University
Glenda Hoppe, Adjunct Instructor, Business & Public Service.
B.S.C., University of Virginia; M.B.A., New York University
Alonzo Hosford, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Professional
Development. B.S., Wagner College; M.B.A., Fairleigh Dickinson
University
Gregory Hotchkiss, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education. B.A., Thomas A. Edison State College; Th.M., Princeton
Theological Seminary
Joseph Howarth, Adjunct Instructor, Business & Public Service.
Junmin Huang, Adjunct Instructor, Mathematics. M.A., City
College of New York
Stephen Hudson, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Visual & Performing
Arts. M.M., Manhattan School of Music
Scott Husted, Adjunct Instructor, Business & Public Service. M.A.,
DeSales University
Charles Irace, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Business & Public
Service. B.A., Susquehanna University; M.B.A., Fairleigh Dickinson
University
Timothy Jaeger, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Business & Public
Service.
Randy James, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts.
Constance Jankoski, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science &
Engineering. B.S., University of Notre Dame; M.S., Stevens Institute
of Technology
Laurell Johnson, Adjunct Associate Professor, Mathematics. A.B.,
Douglass College, Rutgers University; M.S., Ed.D., Teachers
College, Columbia University
Lois Johnson, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science & Engineering.
B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Rutgers University
Mebrahtu Kahsai, Adjunct Instructor, Computer Science.
Jeffrey Kampf, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
M.A., College of New Jersey
Ann Kane, Adjunct Instructor, English. B.A., Kean University; M.S.,
Walden University
David Kaplan, Adjunct Professor, Business & Public Service. B.S.,
American University; J.D., Southwestern University
Richard Karas, Adjunct Associate Professor, Computer Science.
B.S., M.S., New Jersey Institute of Technology
Reema Kareer, Adjunct Instructor, Business & Public Service. A.A.,
B.A., New York University; J.D., Seton Hall University
Michael Katowich, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. M.S.,
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Eli Katz, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science & Education.
Ph.D., Johns Hopkins University
Kathleen Kececi, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Visual & Performing
Arts. M.Ed., Columbia College
Rebecca Kelly, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education
Arthur Ketterer, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science &
Engineering. B.S., M.S., Stevens Institute of Technology; M.E.E.,
New York University
Kathleen Kirk, Adjunct Instructor, Health Information Technology.
B.S., Kean University
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Laurie Klosk-Gazzale, Adjunct Associate Professor, Business &
Public Service. B.A., M.A., Hunter College; M.B.A., Rutgers
University
Sharyn Kost, Adjunct Assistant Professor, English. M.A., Seton Hall
University
Kathleen Kotaska, Adjunct Instructor, English.
John Kowalski, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science & Engineering.
B.S., M.S., University of Maine
Jeffrey Kravitz, Adjunct Associate Professor, Ophthalmic Science.
A.A.S., Essex County College; B.A., Rutgers University
Anil Kumar, Adjunct Associate Professor, Computer Science. M.S.,
University of Delhi; M.B.A., St. John's University
Stephen Kuritz, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. B.S.,
Albright College; M.S., University of California at Los Angeles;
Ph.D., The University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Michael Lacanilao, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
M.A., University of Rochester
Christy Lamagna, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages. M.A., New York Institute of Technology
Todd Lambrix, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts.
M.F.A., Rhode Island School of Design
Thomas Lansburg, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education.
Russell Lawyer, Adjunct Associate Professor, Communication &
Languages.
David LeCroy, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Business & Public
Service. B.S., Mississippi State University; M.B.A., J.D., Texas Tech
University School of Law
Ramesh Legala, Adjunct Instructor, Computer Science. M.S.,
University of Wollongong-Australia
Danielle Lenar, Adjunct Instructor, Communication & Languages.
M.A., East Tennessess State University
Michael Leonard, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
Phyllis Lerner, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts.
B.F.A., School of Visual Arts; M.A., New York University
Melanie Lester, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Business & Public
Service. M.A., Fordham University
Louise Levine, Adjunct Instructor, English. B.S., College of Staten
Island; M.A., College of Staten Island
Elinor Levy, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education. Ph.D.,
Indiana University at Bloomington
Joan Lindenau, Adjunct Instructor, Mathematics. B.S., M.S., Drexel
University
Chien Liu, Adjunct Associate Professor, Social Science & Education.
M.A., Baylor University
Gayle Livechhua, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
Alfonso Llano, Adjunct Associate Professor, Customized Training.
M.A., Rutgers University
William Loeffler, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
Ph.D., Rutgers University
John Loehrke, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts. B.M.,
University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Marsha Longshore, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages. B.A., M.S., State University of New York at Albany
Kristine Lynch-Shurina, Adjunct Instructor, English. B.A., M.A.T.,
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Gylla MacGregor, Adjunct Instructor, Science & Engineering. B.S.,
College of New Jersey; M.S., Lehigh University
William Macholdt, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Visual &
Performing Arts. B.S., East Stroudsburg University; M.F.A.,
Bennington College
Sabrina Mahfouz, Adjunct Instructor, English. B.A., Kean
University; M.A., Teachers College Columbia University
Kathleen Manz, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education. M.A., Montclair State University
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Kathleen Marino, Adjunct, Computer Science. M.A., Georgian
Court College
Vanessa Markota, Adjunct Instructor, English. M.A., Seton Hall
University
Craig Martin, Adjunct Associate Professor, English. B.S., M.A.,
Seton Hall University; M.A., Kean College
Grace Martin, Adjunct Associate Professor, Science & Engineering.
B.A., St. John's University; M.S., Rutgers University
Jorge Martinez, Adjunct Professor, Business & Public Service. B.S.,
Rutgers University; M.B.A., Seton Hall University
Gorky Massache, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science &
Engineering.
Hany Mawla, Adjunct Instructor, Business & Public Service. J.D.,
Seton Hall University
Jennifer Maybin, Adjunct Assistant Professor, English. B.A.,
Pennsylvania State University; M.A., Arcadia University
Andrew Mayo, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Computer Science. B.A.,
Lehman College of The City University of New York; M.B.A., Pace
University
Judith McCarthy, Adjunct Assistant Professor, English.
Stacie McCormick, Adjunct Instructor, English. M.A., University of
Southern Mississippi
Paul McDonnell, Adjunct Assistant Professor, English. M.A.,
College of New Jersey
Clare McEnroe, Adjunct Associate Professor, Science &
Engineering. B.S., Montclair State College; M.S., New York
University
Stevie McKenna, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
Darren McManus, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts.
B.F.A., University of Hartford
Christine Meacham, Adjunct Instructor, Health Information
Technology
Joseph Meiman, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. B.A., Le
Moyne College; M.S., Purdue University
Sheila Meiman, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. B.S.,
Carnegie-Mellon University; M.S., Purdue University
Richard Meisenbacher, Adjunct Associate Professor, Business &
Public Service. B.A., Kean University
Patricia Mercogliano, Adjunct Instructor, Business & Public Service.
M.A., John Jay College of Criminal Justice
S. David Merson, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education. M.A., Michigan State University
Kathalyn Messano, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
M.A.T., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Wendy Michels, Adjunct Instructor, English. M.A., College of Staten
Island
Sonya Miller, Adjunct Assistant Professor, English.
Fred Moench, Adjunct Instructor, Mathematics. M.E., Stevens
Institute of Technology
Jude Mohan, Adjunct Assistant Professor, English. M.A., University
of Illinois at Urbana
Theresa Morrison, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Health Science
Education.
Ruth Mortensen, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
B.Ed., Rhode Island College; M.Ed., Rutgers University
Joshua Moser, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
M.A., Monmouth University
Thomas Mullen, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages. B.A., M.A., University of Wisconsin
William Murphy, Adjunct Associate Professor, Mathematics. B.S.,
Seton Hall University; M.A., Kean College of New Jersey
Lawrence Nagy, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Paralegal Studies. A.B.,
Georgetown University; J.D., Rutgers University
Robert Napolitano, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Business & Public
Service. M.S. Seton Hall University
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Michael Natalicchio, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics.
M.E., Stevens Institute of Technology
Maria Navarro, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages. B.A., Universidad Autonoma de Barcelona
Dana Nelson, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education. B.A.,
Carlton College; M.Ed., Rutgers University
Margaret Nelson, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts.
B.M., Montclair State University; M.M., Westminster Choir College
Quoc Nguyen, Adjunct Instructor, Business & Public Service.
Nemanja Nikitovic, Adjunct Instructor, Mathematics.
Jennifer Novak, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
M.A., Seton Hall University
Grantley Nurse, Adjunct Professor, Business & Public Service. B.A.,
Baruch College; M.B.A., Pace University
Janet Pacifico, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Fitness & Wellness.
A.A., B.A., M.S., College of Staten Island
Eric Paddon, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education. B.A.,
Wheaton College; M.A., Villanova University; Ph.D., Ohio
University
Madhuri Pahujaa, Adjunct Instructor, Science & Engineering.
John Paitakes, Adjunct Associate Professor, Social Science &
Education. B.S., Bryant College; M.A., Rider University; Ph.D.,
Union Graduate School, Cincinnati
Dorothy Paolo, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts.
Cynthia Parayil, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
Rajiv Parkash, Adjunct Instructor, Computer Science. B.E.E.,
Capricornia Institute of Advanced Education, Australia
Simone Patterson, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages. M.A., Long Island University
James Paul, Adjunct Associate Professor, Social Science &
Education. B.A., Kean College; M.A., Rider University
Jean Paul, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts.
Nilanjan Paul, Adjunct Instructor, Mathematics. M.S., University of
Michigan
Anita Petersen, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education. B.S., East Stroudsburg University; M.A., Seton Hall
University
Frederick Petrella, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education. B.A., M.A., New Jersey City University
Michael Petrus, Adjunct Assistant Professor, English.
Deborah Petryna, Adjunct Professor, Mathematics. B.A., State
University of New York; M.S., Rutgers University
Olga Phelps, Adjunct Instructor, Communication & Languages.
M.A., Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia
Jo-Ann Piagentini, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education. B.A., M.Ed., Rutgers University
Richard Piotrowski, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. B.S.,
Alliance College; M.B.A., Rutgers University; M.A., Kent State
University
Maria Pisano, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Visual & Performing
Arts. M.A., University of the Arts
Renee Pistone, Adjunct Instructor, English.
Benjamin Pokrywa, Adjunct Associate Professor, Science &
Engineering.
Paul Ponniah, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Computer Science.
M.B.A., M.S., Fairleigh Dickinson University; Ph.D., Columbia
Pacific University
Caleb Prescott, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
Adah Radzin, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education.
Diane Ragard, Adjunct Instructor, Mathematics. M.S., New Jersey
Institute of Technology
Stacie Raglione, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education. B.A., M.Ed., Rutgers University
Chintha Ranasinghe, Adjunct Instructor, Health Information
Technology. M.D., St. George's University School of Medicine
Diane Ratner, Adjunct Instructor, Science & Engineering. B.A.,
Bucknell University; M.S., California University of Pennsylvania
Charles Rebick, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. Ph.D.,
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Thomas Reilly III, Adjunct Associate Professor, Business & Public
Service. B.A., J.D., Seton Hall University
John Reinking, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts.
M.F.A., Marywood University
Jennifer Resil-Johnson, Adjunct Instructor, English. M.Ed., Rutgers
University
Sharon Reynolds, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Visual & Performing
Arts.
Jonathan Ricci, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts.
B.F.A., Maryland Institute College of Art; M.F.A., Bowling Green
State University; M.A., Eastern Illinois University
Paul Richartz, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages. M.Ed., Boston University
Peter Richetti, Adjunct Assistant Professor, English. M.F.A.,
Washington University
Rita Richetti, Adjunct Instructor, English. M.A., College of New
Jersey
Cheryl Riehl, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. M.B.A.,
Baldwin-Wallace College
Joseph Rizzo, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
Sarah Roche, Adjunct Associate Professor, Visual & Performing
Arts. B.F.A., Moore College of Art and Design; M.F.A., University of
Pennsylvania
Etta Roebig, Adjunct Associate Professor, Visual & Performing Arts.
B.A., University of Oregon, Eugene; M.F.A., Pratt Institute
Linda Romaine, Adjunct Associate Professor, Fitness & Wellness.
B.S., State University of New York; M.S., East Stroudsburg
University; M.B.A., Hofstra University
Nancy Roselli, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Visual & Performing
Arts.
Keary Rosen, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Visual & Performing Arts.
B.F.A., Maine College of Art; M.F.A., Rutgers University Mason
Gross School of Arts
Nancy Rygiel, Adjunct Instructor, Mathematics. M.Ed., Rutgers
University
Mary Saarmann, Adjunct Assistant Professor, English. M.A.,
Montclair State University
Shyamali Samaranayake, Adjunct Instructor, Science &
Engineering.
Mary Saraco, Adjunct Assistant Professor, English. B.A., William
Paterson College; M.A., Montclair State University
Mary Kate Sarles, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages. M.A., Montclair State University
Eunice Sarzedas, Adjunct Instructor, Computer Science.
Katherine Sauchelli, Adjunct Instructor, English. M.A., University
of Manchester - England
Joseph Scarbaci, Adjunct Associate Professor, Business & Public
Service. A.A., Middlesex County College; B.B.A., Madison College;
M.S., Rutgers University
Kenneth Scarr, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education.
Traci Schanewolf, Adjunct Instructor, Communication & Languages.
Debra Schiff, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. B.A.,
Rutgers University; M.Ed., College of New Jersey
Nathan Schmidt, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
Peter Schroeck, Adjunct Professor, Communication & Languages.
B.A., M.A., State University of New York; M.Phil., Ph.D., Rutgers
University
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Kathleen Schulz, Adjunct Professor, Visual & Performing Arts.
B.F.A., State University of New York; M.F.A., University of
Massachusetts
Robert Seeley, Adjunct Associate Professor, English. B.A.,
Middlebury College; M.S., Boston University
Diana Sefchik, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages. B.A., M.A.T., Seton Hall University; M.A., Kean College
Donald Seiler, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Health Science
Education.
David Seiple, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education. B.A.,
Lafayette College; M.A., Lehigh University
Parmeshvar Sharma, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics.
B.S., M.S., Gujarat University
Richard Sharp, Adjunct Instructor, English. M.Ed., DeSales
University
James Sherman, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts.
B.S., Lipscomb University; M.F.A. Rutgers University Mason Gross
School of the Arts
Roger Shutack, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education.
Scott Shymanski, Adjunct Instructor, Ophthalmics. A.A.S., Raritan
Valley Community College
Robert Sidie, Adjunct Instructor, Computer Science. M.S., New
Jersey Institute of Technology
Michelle Siegling, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages. M.A., Middlebury College
Diana Simon, Adjunct Associate Professor, English. B.A., University
of Miami; M.A., M.L.S., Florida State University
Valerie Sivilli, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Visual & Performing
Arts. B.F.A., Alfred University; M.F.A., Rutgers University Mason
Gross School of the Arts
Diana Skarbek, Adjunct Instructor, Health Information Technology.
B.S., Kean University
Lisa Slapa, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science & Education.
Barbara Smith, Adjunct Instructor, Computer Science. M.B.A.,
Syracuse University
William Solomons, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
Christopher Sorce, Adjunct Instructor, Business & Public Service.
M.B.A., Temple University
Charles Speierl, Adjunct Professor, Communication & Languages.
B.A., Dowling College; M.A., Adelphi University; Ed.D., Fairleigh
Dickinson University
David Spencer, Adjunct, Computer Science. Ph.D., Rutgers
University
Sarah Spencer, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
Kris Stankiewicz, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
M.S., Nova Southeastern University
Raymond Stein, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Business & Public
Service. B.A., M.B.A., Long Island University
Annie Stiles, Adjunct Associate Professor, Business & Public
Service. B.S., West Chester State College; M.S.F.S., The American
College
Gregory Stock, Adjunct Instructor, Mathematics.
Ingrid Sturgis, Adjunct Instructor, Visual & Performing Arts.
Viveca Sulich, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science & Engineering.
B.S., M.A., Montclair State University
Robert Sulley, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Computer Science.
A.A.S., Middlesex County College; B.S.E.E., Purdue University;
M.S., Newark College of Engineering
Patricia Sullivan, Adjunct Instructor, Mathematics. A.S., Raritan
Valley Community College; B.A., M.Ed., Rutgers University
Margaret Sullivan-Perez, Adjunct Assistant Professor,
Communication & Languages. M.A., Rutgers University
Gregory Suran, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science &
Engineering. M.S., Uzhgorod State University, Soviet Union
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Larry Swanzer, Adjunct Instructor, Business & Public Service. M.A.,
Ph.D., Rutgers University
Robert Szkodny, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education. B.S., Thomas A. Edison State College; M.A.S., Fairleigh
Dickinson University
Joseph Tamburelli, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Computer Science.
Joseph Tauriello, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Business & Public
Service. J.D., Seton Hall University
Darcy Taylor, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science & Engineering.
B.S., Nazareth College; M.Ed., Rutgers University
Louis Thomas, Adjunct Instructor, Communication & Languages.
A.G.S., Montgomery County Community College; B.A., Temple
University
Sunela Thomas, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. M.S.,
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Kenneth Thompson, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics.
Joseph Thornton, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science &
Engineering. B.A., Fordham University; M.P.H., University of
Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey
Anu Tilak, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science & Engineering.
Ph.D., Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur
Siobhan Trohalides, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Fitness & Wellness.
B.S., Slippery Rock University; M.S., Indiana University
Gloria Trombley, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Visual & Performing
Arts. B.S., Central Connecticut State College; M.A., Wesleyan
University
YuPing Tsui, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. M.S., DePaul
University
Elizabeth Uyeda, Adjunct Instructor, Mathematics. B.A., University
of California, Berkeley; M.S., Rutgers University; Ph.D., Rutgers
University and University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey
Elaine Vanchieri, Adjunct Instructor, Communication & Languages.
Gayathri Varior-Krishnan, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Science &
Engineering.
Nicholas Veiga, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
M.A., Norwich University
William Velardi, Adjunct Instructor, Ophthalmics. B.S., Seton Hall
University
Jane Verloop, Adjunct Associate Professor, Communication &
Languages. A.B., M.B.A., Rutgers University
Stephen Vogel, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Communication &
Languages. A.B., Herbert H. Lehman College, C.U.N.Y.; M.Ed.,
Rutgers University
Terry Voldase, Adjunct Instructor, Computer Science. M.S., New
Jersey Institute of Technology
Williamson Vreeland, Adjunct Associate Professor, Mathematics.
B.S., Lehigh University; M.B.A., New York University
Andrew Wagner, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Mathematics. B.S.,
Pennsylvania State University; M.B.A., University of Pennsylvania;
M.S., Rutgers University
Asher Walden, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education.
Kathleen Walters, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Social Science &
Education.
Alison Ward, Adjunct Instructor, English. M.A., Nova Southeastern
University
Amy Weller, Adjunct Instructor, Health Science Education. B.S.,
University of Connecticut
Valerie Wheatley, Adjunct Assistant Professor, English. B.A.,
William Paterson University
Doryce Wheeler, Adjunct Instructor, Communication & Languages.
Keith Wheelock, Adjunct Professor, Communication & Languages.
B.A., Yale College; M.A., University of Pennsylvania; M.S.,
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Amy Whitney, Adjunct Instructor, English.
Lisa Wilde, Adjunct Instructor, English.
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Miles Winder III, Adjunct Professor, Business & Public Service.
J.D., University of Denver
Tracie Witte, Adjunct Instructor, Social Science & Education. M.A.,
Rutgers University
Patricia Wojtowicz, Adjunct Associate Professor, Social Science &
Education. Ed.D., University of Illinois
Kenneth Wolman, Adjunct Assistant Professor, English. Ph.D., City
University of New York
John Wong, Adjunct Instructor, Computer Science. M.E., Stevens
Institute of Technology
William Woodall, Adjunct Instructor, Computer Science. A.A.,
Raritan Valley Community College; B.S., Thomas Edison State
College
Martin Yalcin, Adjunct Instructor, Communication & Languages.
Bo Yang, Adjunct Associate Professor, Mathematics. M.A., Ph.D.,
University of Rochester
Ricardo Zamora, Adjunct Instructor, Communication & Languages.
B.A., Saint Joseph's; Master, Universidad de Salamanca, Spain
Professors Emeritus
Osman S. Ahmed, Professor Emeritus of Engineering
Veronica Bethel, Professor Emerita of Social Services and Human
Services
Roger Briscoe, Professor Emeritus of Music
Shelia Cancella, Professor Emeritus of Chemistry
Jerry Cohen, Professor Emeritus of Business
Allen Cosgrove, Professor Emeritus of Fine Arts
Brian Curtis, Professor Emeritus of Accounting
Sally Custer-Pritchett, Professor Emerita of Health & Physical
Education
Augustine Esso, Professor Emeritus of Physical Education
Patricia L. Estabrook, Professor Emerita of Business Law
Guy Fecci, Professor Emeritus of Mathematics
Jacqueline Fesq, Professor Emeritus of Mathematics
Ann B. Fives, Professor Emerita of Nursing
Rosalia Hamilton, RN, Professor Emerita of Nursing
Brock Haussamen, Professor Emeritus of English
Bruce Hoelter, Professor Emeritus of Mathematics
Roger Johnson, Professor Emeritus of Biology
Candice Knight, Professor Emerita of Nursing
Stanford Kopit, Professor Emeritus of Theatre Arts
Joseph C. Kudless, Professor Emeritus of History
Daniel Luna, Professor Emeritus of Business
Ruth Malmstrom, Professor Emerita of Computer Information
Systems
Carol Mauermeyer, Professor Emerita of Office Systems
Administration
Nancy Maulding, Professor Emerita of Mathematics
Ethel Muter, Professor Emerita of Mathematics
Daniel Phillips, Professor Emeritus of Accounting
Mary Ann Ryer, Reference/Bibliography Librarian/Associate
Professor Emerita
Sidney Simon, Professor Emeritus of Business
Myrna J. Smith, Professor Emerita of English
Margaret Piedem, Professor Emerita of Mathematics
Darryl Walke, Professor Emeritus of Physics
Neil Warrence, Professor Emeritus of English
Carroll Wilson, Professor Emeritus of English
Luevina Wright, Counselor Emerita
Administrators Emeritus
Richard Trotman, Dean Emeritus of College Advancement
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CLASSIFIED STAFF
Judith Anderson, Coordinator of Bookstore Operations, Bookstore
Rosemarie Arroyo, Executive Assistant to the Vice President of
Learning and Technology Services
Ruth Beatty, Administrative Assistant, Corporate & Continuing
Education
Jane Bologno, Executive Assistant, Executive Offices
Margaret Booker, Switchboard Operator, Purchasing & Contracts
Karen Brown, Building Services Worker, Facilities & Grounds
Letitia Burdett, Graphic Designer, Graphics
Mary Campolattano, Executive Assistant to the Senior Vice
President for Academic Affairs, Office of Vice President for
Academic Affairs
Brian Carter, Communication Specialist
Evelyn Carty, Administrative Assistant, Management, Conference &
Communication Services
Anthony Cimino, Maintenance Mechanic, Facilities & Grounds
Alice Cizmar, Lab Assistant, Science & Engineering
Danielle Clarke, Records Specialist, Enrollment Services
Eric Clemente, Press Operator/Binder Finisher, Print Shop
Keely Coffey, Public Service Associate, Library
Ann Crimmins, Testing Specialist, Testing Center
Elaine Cronin, Administrative Assistant II, Dean of Academic
Affairs
Sharon Decker, Department Assistant, Athletics
William DiTocco, Maintenance Mechanic/Plumber, Facilities &
Grounds
Jacqueline Estreicher, Administrative Assistant, Curriculum
Eva Fontanez, Administrative Assistant II, College Advancement
Glenn Frank, Maintenance Mechanic, Facilities & Grounds
LaShawnda Garvin, Accounts Payable Specialist, Accounts
Payable, Budget & Finance
Donna Gero, Special Services Assistant, Science & Engineering
Allison Gill, Administrative Assistant, Small Business Development
Center
Chandra Goring, Information Specialist
Arlene Griffing, Department Assistant, Business and Public Service
and Computer Science
Sunny Gula, Enrollment Services Specialist, Enrollment Services
Danielle Hagerman, Administrative Assistant, Corporate &
Continuing Education
Sandra Hartzell, Department Assistant, Visual & Performing Arts
Grace Hsu, Assistant - Secretary/Clerical, Library
Jamie Hyland, Administrative Assistant, Facilities and Grounds
Gregory Jackson, Equipment Coordinator, Intercollegiate Athletics
Susan Jacobs, Testing Specialist, Testing Center
Janet Knoeringer, Technical Services Associate, Library
William La Bar, Lead Utility Worker, Facilities & Grounds
Joseph LaBar, Main Mechanic Door Worker, Facilities & Grounds
Sylvia Levy, Part-time Library Clerk, Library
Eileen Liebmann, Administrative Assistant, Counseling Services
Yolanda Lopez, Payroll Specialist, Human Resources
Linda Maciborski, Aide, Academic Support Center
Donna Marie Marhevka, Administrative Assistant, Advising &
Counseling Services
Kathleen Marshall, Junior Buyer, Purchasing & Contracts
Mary Mastrian, Bookstore Assistant, Bookstore
Alexandra McConnell, Financial Aid Specialist, Financial Aid
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Nancy Fritz Mombay, Coordinator of Admissions, Enrollment
Services
Anna Moore, Enrollment Services Specialist, Franklin Center
Terence Murphy, Chemistry Laboratory Prep/Lab Assistant II,
Science & Engineering
Alexandra Palilonis, Electronic Resources Specialist, Library
Danielle Parenti, Administrative Assistant/Office Manager,
Marketing
Kathleen Petrillo, Transaction Coordinator/Cashier, Budget &
Finance
Sheri Pontarollo, Office Manager, Executive Office of Vice
President for Finance & Administration
Marguerite Porfiris, Enrollment Services Specialist, Enrollment
Services
Catherine Portas, Department Assistant, Computer Science
Ann Pyzik, Department Assistant, Health Science Education
Christopher Pyzik, Finance Clerk - Student A/R, Budget & Finance
Janice Saam, Administrative Assistant, Academic Services/EOF
Martha Salas, Biology/Biotechnology Lab Assistant II, Science &
Engineering
Keith Shepherd, Mail Service Clerk, Purchasing & Contracts
Angelo Simoncelli, Maintenance Mechanic, Facilities & Grounds
Annette Skov, Assistant Coordinator, Academic Support Center
Elaine Snarkey, Department Assistant, English, Humanities & Social
Sciences
Judith Snook, Enrollment Services Specialist, Enrollment Services
Charles Strozeski, Internal Services Aide, Purchasing & Contracts
Michael Sugg, Maintenance Mechanic, Facilities & Grounds
Agnes Tomczuk, Testing Specialist, Testing Center
Helena Torlish, Department Assistant, Mathematics Department
Maxine Tracton, Special Services Assistant, Nursing Education
Margaret Truszkowski, Department Assistant, Library
Dana Vuong-Le, HR/Compensation Specialist, Human Resources
Walter Vroom, Media Aide I, Office of Instructional Technology,
Media & Testing
Bridget Waverka, Administrative Assistant, Corporate & Continuing
Education
Farley Westbrook, General Utility Worker, Facilities & Grounds
Rodney Williams, Shipping & Receiving Clerk, Purchasing &
Contracts
Mary Jo Zachary, Nursing Communications Coordinator, Nurse
Education
Bonnie Zarate, Enrollment Services Specialist, Enrollment Services
Audrey Zudick, Accounts Receivable Specialist, Budget & Finance
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RARITAN VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE CAMPUS MAP
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Lot 4
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Lot 7
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1. Children's
Campus
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Children's
Campus
2. -Arts
Building
A3.- Arts
Building
Physical
Plant
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Physical Plant
4. -Seminar
Center
SC
Whitman Education
Science Center
5. -Physical
G6.- Gym
Library / Theatre
C7.- College
CollegeCenter
Center
H8.- Hunterdon
HunterdonHall
Hall
E9.- Planetarium
/ East Building
Planetarium
S - Somerset
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East Building
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Somerset
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L - Library
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The Conference
W - West
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12.
Whitman
DIRECTIONS
From INTERSTATE 287 NORTH (from Edison Area) Take Interstate 287 NORTH to the Route 22 WEST exit.
Proceed approx. 7 miles (just before the 5th light), exit onto
Raritan Valley College Drive. Continue straight at the traffic
light to enter the College.
From INTERSTATE 78 WEST (from Newark Area) - Take
Interstate 78 WEST and get off at Exit 26 (Lamington/North
Branch). At traffic light make a left onto Lamington
Road/Rattlesnake Bridge Road. Proceed on Lamington Road for
approx. 2.5 miles and make a left into the College.
From ROUTE 31 NORTH (from Trenton Area) - Take
Route 31 NORTH to Route 202 NORTH. Stay on Route 202
NORTH for approx. 10 miles to the Somerville Circle. At the
Somerville Circle exit onto Route 28 WEST. Proceed on Route
28 WEST for approx. 4 miles. Entrance to the College will be
on your right at a traffic light.
From INTERSTATE 287 SOUTH (from Morristown
Area) - Take Interstate 287 SOUTH to Interstate 78 WEST.
Proceed on 78 WEST for approx. 3 miles to Exit 26
(Lamington/North Branch). At traffic light make a left onto
Lamington Road/Rattlesnake Bridge Road. Proceed on
Lamington Road for approx. 2.5 miles and make a left into the
College.
From ROUTE 206 NORTH (from Princeton Area) - Take
Route 206 NORTH to the Somerville Circle. At the Somerville
Circle exit onto Route 28 WEST. Proceed on Route 28 WEST
for approx. 4 miles. Entrance to the College will be on your
right at a traffic light.
From INTERSTATE 78 EAST (from Clinton Area) - Take
Interstate 78 EAST to Exit 26 (Lamington/North Branch). Turn
right at light onto Lamington Road/Rattlesnake Bridge Road.
Proceed on Lamington Road for approx. 2.5 miles and make a
left into the College.
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INDEX
Academic Advising . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Academic Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Academic Departments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Academic Renewal Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Academic Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Academic Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Academic Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Academic Support Center (Tutoring) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Accreditation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Adding & Dropping Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Administration & Faculty of the College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Admission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Advanced Standing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Affirmative Action & Compliance Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Americans with Disabilities Act . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Articulation Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Athletics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Attendance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Auditing a Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Board of Trustees of the College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Bookstore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Career Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Children’s Campus (Child Care Center) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Clubs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Computer Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Computer Science Programming Electives List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Cooperative Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Concurrent Enrollment Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Conference Center at RVCC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Corporate & Continuing Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Counseling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .