2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Jun 03, 2024  
2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions and Objectives


Note: All courses have identified Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs) that align with Program-level Learning Outcomes. More information about CLOs and PLOs can be found on the General Education Learning Outcomes  page in this catalog.

Dual Listed Course
A dual listed course is one of two courses that have the same title and content, but use different department abbreviations. One or the other may be taken for credit, but not both. The student must make the choice at the time of registration. Examples: DIVST 125 - Race and Ethnic Relations:CD  and SOC 125 - Race and Ethnic Relations:CD .

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Information Technology Application Development

  
  • ITAD 315 - Discrete Mathematics for Developers



    5.0 Credits
    Students are introduced to logic and proof, structures and algorithms, and number theory. Focus is also given to induction and recursion and counting and discrete probability to provide the essential foundation and framework for software development.
    Prerequisite MATH& 141.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Utilize propositional logic, inference, and proof.
    2. Define structures, sets, functions, and matrices.
    3. Make use of mathematical induction and recursion definitions on arithmetic sequences.
    4. Examine counting theory and its application on a series of events to determine all possible outcomes.
    5. Define discrete probability and its purpose for determining outcomes of individual events.
  
  • ITAD 330 - Database Models and Design



    5.0 Credits
    This course examines the functional design and operation of relational databases in a computing environment. Database theory and appropriate modeling are discussed. The class additionally looks at the inner workings of databses and any connected software applications.
    Prerequisite ITAD 300 and ITAD 315.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Define the parameters discovered during the information gathering process in order to successfully design a database that meets the requirements of the critical stakeholders.
    2. Identify best practices utilized in designing relational databases and the various forms of normalization in order to prevent redundancies and anomalies.
    3. Demonstrate knowledge of the structure of database tables, records, keys, and indexing.
    4. Design and implement software connections to databases using programming languages. 
  
  • ITAD 345 - Usability Engineering



    5.0 Credits
    This class explores foundational components of usability engineering.  Subjects covered include: defining usability engineering, establishing a sound usability engineering lifecycle, usability heuristics, and analysis of usability testing methods.
    Prerequisite ITAD 300 and ITAD 315.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Define usability, examine examples, and consider tradeoffs, and address differences in end users.
    2. Examine the usability engineering lifecycle by detailing goal setting, prototyping, and follow up.
    3. Understand usability heuristics by learning the user dialogue and language in order to develop consistency and efficiency.
    4. Analyze usability testing: selecting appropriate test subjects, maintaining ethics with the test users, and utilizing interviews and questionnaires. 
  
  • ITAD 360 - Application and Data Integration



    5.0 Credits
    This course examines the principles and practices of developing processes to manipulate data in a variety of forms and structures for the purposes of enterprise integration, data analytics, or other data-intensive applications.
    Prerequisite ITAD 330 and ITAD 345.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Understand the uses and types of Application Programming Interface (API) architectures.
    2. Design and work with Application Programming Interfaces (APIs).
    3. Analyze application design principles for working with big data sets.
    4. Create and manipulate data in Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS) and manage multiple data sources.
    5. Work with unstructured data and manage data in motion.
  
  • ITAD 375 - Cloud Computing



    5.0 Credits
    This class takes a requisite look at the cloud computing landscape and offers insights into software as a service, platform as a service, and infrastructure as a service. Additionally, an analysis of creating scalable systems in elastic environments is made through the lens of software engineering.
    Prerequisite ITAD 330 and ITAD 345.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Define software as a service, platform as a service, and infrastructure as a service.
    2. Define public, private, and community cloud computing, noting strengths and weaknesses for each.
    3. Analyze, compare and contrast, and use different current cloud platform services.
    4. Determine and implement best security practices for cloud computing environments.
  
  • ITAD 400 - Mobile Application Development



    5.0 Credits
    The class inspects the necessary procedures required in developing software for various mobile platforms. A survey analysis includes creating imperative user designs and interfaces for software applications which run on mobile devices and either utilize a network connection or execute natively. Security considerations for mobile applications are also examined.
    Prerequisite ITAD 360 and ITAD 375.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Define user requirements for mobile applications and develop appropriate user interface design.
    2. Design mobile software applications for both native and network environments.
    3. Compare and contrast the requirements for mobile software application development and architectures in differing platform environments.
    4. Develop mobile applications utilizing various technologies and programming languages to solve problems.
    5. Discover and implement best practices for securing mobile applications.
  
  • ITAD 415 - Introduction to Machine Learning



    5.0 Credits
    The course takes an introductory look at machine learning, beginning with analyzing problems and creating appropriate tasks for training computing systems. Probability and similarities are utilized to aid in understanding and programming for the machine learning process. Artificial neural networks and how they are implemented to garner artificial intelligence are discussed.  Additional topics include: decision trees, computational learning theory, and performance evaluation.
    Prerequisite ITAD 360 and ITAD 375.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Select the appropriate search problem to use for a machine learning task.
    2. Analyze the use of probability and similarities for machine learning.
    3. Examine artificial neural networks and how they mimic biological neural networks in order to assist machine learning from various inputs.
    4. Demonstrate knowledge of decision trees, the foundational mechanism that machine learning builds upon.
    5. Assess performance evaluation methodologies and measurement techniques implemented in machine learning.      
  
  • ITAD 430 - Embedded Systems



    5.0 Credits
    The course introduces students to programming embedded systems. It details the underlying development of system components: boot up, memory management, peripherals, and bus interfaces. Additional topics include: power management, distributed computing, and The Internet of Things (IoT).
    Prerequisite ITAD 400 and ITAD 415.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate the ability to analyze and create the boot up procedure, using startup code and bootloaders (allocated in memory) in order to load the embedded system.
    2. Implement memory management, utilizing the address space, by creating stack and heap storage for program usage.
    3. Configure and design peripheral interrupts and general purpose I/O for the embedded system.
    4. Develop distributed systems and understand an IoT architecture.
  
  • ITAD 445 - Emerging Trends



    5.0 Credits
    The course discusses current and emerging trends in the technology industry. It provides an opportunity for students to research and interact with innovative and disruptive technologies that are changing the programming landscape.
    Prerequisite ITAD 430 and ITAD 460.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Discuss and analyze emerging trends within the industry.
    2. Classify and compare current and emerging trends, determining the magnitude in which they are affecting society and/or relevant disclipines.
    3. Evaluate current trends and formulate what future trends might develop as a result.
  
  • ITAD 460 - Capstone I



    5.0 Credits
    This course is the first of the two-part capstone practicum series.  Students will implement their acquired knowledge through the creation of defined projects, portfolios, and established internships in order to refine and master software development skills and abilities.
    Prerequisite ITAD 400 and ITAD 415.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Detrmine the best software development model to implement for the capstone programming project.
    2. Select appropriate software application type, differentiating between mobile, cloud, and traditional programming applications, for development of the capstone programming project.
    3. Identify the best data algorithms to be used for the capstone programming project.
    4. Determine whether to use local or remote database storage for the capstone programming project.
  
  • ITAD 470 - Capstone II



    5.0 Credits
    This course is the second of the two-part capstone practicum series.  Students will implement their acquired knowledge through the creation of defined projects, portfolios, and established internships in order to refine and master software development skills and abilities.
    Prerequisite ITAD 445 and ITAD 460.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Detrmine the best software development model to implement for the capstone programming project.
    2. Select appropriate software application type, differentiating between mobile, cloud, and traditional programming applications, for development of the capstone programming project.
    3. Identify the best data algorithms to be used for the capstone programming project.
    4. Determine whether to use local or remote database storage for the capstone programming project.

Intensive English as a Second Language

  
  • INTEN 001 - Beginning Grammar:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    This class is designed for beginning international students with little or no English education to introduce some very basic concepts in English grammar, including but not limited to, the present progressive tense in statements and questions.
    Prerequisite Placement into INTEN beginning level (IESL Placement Test)
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify and demonstrate understanding of certain nouns, adjectives, prepositions, “to be,” and certain action verbs.
    2. Use the present progressive tense in statements and questions.
    3. Identify key components of, and errors in, the present simple tense.
  
  • INTEN 002 - Beginning Speak/Listen:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    This class is designed to give beginning international students practice in speaking and understanding simple English. Students will practice with numbers in various contexts, and practice simple conversation using vocabulary and expressions for daily life, including but not limited to, classroom English, colors, the body, food, clothes, and health. Students will learn to log on to campus computers for email and ESL software use.
    Prerequisite Placement into INTEN beginning level (IESL Placement Test)
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Understand and use simple numbers for time, dates, and money.
    2. Understand simple questions and give comprehensible answers on topics regarding the classroom, colors, the body, food, health, the family, and seasonally selected topics.
    3. Log on to campus computers and access and use EdMail and software for practicing English language skills
  
  • INTEN 003 - Beginning Writing:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    This course is designed for international students who have had little or no instruction in English but are literate in their native languages. This course instructs students in recognizing and writing the English alphabet and its corresponding sound system (phonics). Students will also learn to recognize, decode, and write selected phonetically based vocabulary. Once students have begun to master these items, they will begin to write simple sentences.
    Prerequisite Placement into INTEN beginning level (IESL Placement Test)
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Write upper and lower case letters correctly, including from dictation.
    2. Spell phonetically based items correctly or make educated guesses about spelling.
    3. Write short, simple sentences (statements and questions) with the verb “to be” and in present progressive tense from word or picture prompts.
  
  • INTEN 004 - Beginning Reading:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    This course is designed to instruct students with little or no English education in beginning reading skills. Students practice exercises for left to right orientation, learn alphabet names and sounds, and learn selected vocabulary items.
    Prerequisite Placement into INTEN beginning level (IESL Placement Test)
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate their understanding of English alphabet letters and sound combinations.
    2. Read simple phonetically based texts and answer questions about the texts.
    3. Demonstrate comprehension of selected basic vocabulary.
  
  • INTEN 010 - Reading 1:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    Provides an introduction to reading in English as a second language. Students will achieve a very basic level of reading fluency.
    Prerequisite Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Use reading skills to demonstrate understanding of a very basic text.
    2. Demonstrate understanding of very basic vocabulary.
  
  • INTEN 011 - Grammar 1:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    Provides an introduction to very basic English grammar. Introduces “be” and “have”; simple present, present progressive simple past and future tenses; ability with “can”; and basic nouns and pronouns.
    Prerequisite Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Use correct grammar in very basic sentences.
    2. Demonstrate understanding of very basic grammar structures.
  
  • INTEN 012 - Speaking and Listening 1:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    Provides an introduction to very basic speaking and listening in English. Students practice speaking skills for conversation, relating to daily activities, family and cultural background and social changes. Basic listening skills emphasized.
    Prerequisite Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate very basic conversation skills.
    2. Demonstrate understanding of very basic spoken English.
  
  • INTEN 013 - Writing 1:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    Provides an introduction to writing in English as a second language. Students will achieve a very basic level of writing proficiency, using simple verb tenses and vocabulary; spelling emphasized./p>
    Prerequisite Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate understanding of sound-letter correspondence.
    2. Write very basic sentences and passages.
    3. Use very basic punctuation, capitalization and coordination correctly.
  
  • INTEN 020 - Reading 2:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    Designed for students with basic reading skills in English as a second language. Emphasis is on increasing reading comprehension, reading speed and vocabulary.
    Prerequisite Pass INTEN 010 or Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Use reading skills to demonstrate understanding of a basic text.
    2. Demonstrate understanding of basic vocabulary.
  
  • INTEN 021 - Grammar 2:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    Designed for students with knowledge of basic English grammar. Introduces count/non-count nouns, basic modals, negatives, question forms, comparisons and articles.
    Prerequisite Pass INTEN 011 or Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Use correct grammar in basic sentences.
    2. Demonstrate understanding of basic grammar structures.
  
  • INTEN 022 - Speaking and Listening 2:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    Designed for students with some ability to speak English as a second language. Students work on listening comprehension skills by listening to taped conversations, and begin practice listening to fast, relaxed English. Some American idioms introduced.
    Prerequisite Pass INTEN 012 or Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate basic conversation skills.
    2. Demonstrate understanding of basic spoken English.
  
  • INTEN 023 - Writing 2:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    Designed for students with basic writing skills in English as a second language. Students work on paragraph structure through journals, letters, and basic paragraphs. In addition to paragraph development, work on sentence mechanics is included.
    Prerequisite Pass INTEN 013 or Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Write a basic paragraph on a simple topic.
    2. Demonstrate use of basic written grammar and mechanics.
    3. Use basic vocabulary in writing.
  
  • INTEN 030 - Reading 3:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    Designed for lower-intermediate ESL students. Students read and discuss textbook passages and a simplified novel. Reading for main ideas and details are discussed. Vocabulary expansion and word form study are also emphasized.
    Prerequisite Pass INTEN 020 or Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Use reading skills to demonstrate understanding of a lower intermediate text.
    2. Demonstrate understanding of lower intermediate vocabulary.
    3. Summarize a lower intermediate text.
    4. Express opinions about the content of a lower intermediate text.
  
  • INTEN 031 - Grammar 3:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    Designed for lower-intermediate ESL students. Brief review of parts of speech; present, past future tenses; focus on subject/verb agreement and count/non-count nouns; introduction to modals.
    Prerequisite Pass INTEN 021 or Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Use correct grammar in low-intermediate discourse.
    2. Demonstrate understanding of low-intermediate grammar structures.
  
  • INTEN 032 - Speaking and Listening 3:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    Designed for lower-intermediate ESL students. Focuses on listening to English using videos and audio materials. Practice involves small group discussions and pair work.
    Prerequisite Pass INTEN 022 or Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate lower-intermediate conversation skills.
    2. Demonstrate understanding of lower-intermediate spoken English.
    3. Demonstrate basic understanding of non-ESL spoken English in selected media.
    4. Discuss common topics at a lower-intermediate level.
  
  • INTEN 033 - Writing 3:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    Designed for low-intermediate ESL students. Focus on paragraph structure, idea development, and coherence with additional work on sentence connectors. Also includes journal writing.
    Prerequisite Pass INTEN 023 or Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Write an academic paragraph at a low-intermediate level.
    2. Demonstrate use of low-intermediate level written grammar and mechanics.
    3. Use low-intermediate level vocabulary in writing.
  
  • INTEN 040 - Reading 4:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    Designed for Intermediate ESL students. Academic reading skills including vocabulary expansion, main ideas, and supporting details. Students read authentic texts.
    Prerequisite Pass INTEN 030 or Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Use reading skills to demonstrate understanding of intermediate texts.
    2. Demonstrate understanding of intermediate vocabulary.
    3. Summarize intermediate texts and non-ESL readings.
    4. Express opinions about the content of intermediate texts and non-ESL readings.
  
  • INTEN 041 - Grammar 4:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    Designed for Intermediate ESL students. Verb tenses are reviewed and expanded. Course focus is on adjective and adverb clauses, infinitives and gerunds, conjunctions, and parallelism. Emphasis on written usage.
    Prerequisite Pass INTEN 031 or Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Use correct grammar in intermediate discourse.
    2. Demonstrate understanding of intermediate grammar structures.
  
  • INTEN 043 - Writing 4-ESL



    5.0 Credits
    Designed for Intermediate ESL students. Students learn to edit their writing for correct English grammar, sentence structure, and expression. Additional focus on sentence types, articles, and prepositions.
    Prerequisite Pass INTEN 033 or Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Write an academic paragraph at an intermediate level.
    2. Demonstrate use of intermediate level written grammar and mechanics.
    3. Use intermediate level vocabulary in writing.
    4. Identify and correct sentence errors.
  
  • INTEN 050 - Reading 5:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    Designed for upper-intermediate ESL students. Stresses academic skills, critical thinking, and vocabulary expansion. Course work includes main ideas, making inferences, and distinguishing fact and opinion.
    Prerequisite Pass INTEN 040 or Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Use reading skills to demonstrate understanding of upper-intermediate texts.
    2. Demonstrate understanding of upper-intermediate vocabulary.
    3. Summarize upper-intermediate texts and non-ESL readings.
    4. Express opinions about the content of upper-intermediate texts and non-ESL readings.
  
  • INTEN 051 - Grammar 5:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    Designed for upper-intermediate ESL students. Focuses on conditionals, noun clauses, gerunds, infinitives, particles, and modals. Emphasis is on spoken usage.
    Prerequisite Pass INTEN 041 or Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Use correct grammar in upper-intermediate discourse.
    2. Demonstrate understanding of upper-intermediate grammar structures.
  
  • INTEN 053 - Writing 5:ESL



    5.0 Credits
    For upper-intermediate ESL students. Students review paragraph structure and learn the organization and style for basic essays, formal letters, and short answer items. Additional focus on editing for correct English grammar, sentence structure and expression.
    Prerequisite Pass INTEN 043 or Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Write an academic paragraph at an upper-intermediate level.
    2. Write a basic academic essay.
    3. Write a formal letter.
    4. Demonstrate use of upper-intermediate level written grammar and mechanics.
    5. Use upper-intermediate level vocabulary in writing.
    6. Identify and correct sentence errors.
  
  • INTEN 055 - TOEFL Preparation



    1.0 Credits
    Designed to help students with upper- intermediate to advanced English proficiency develop the skills required to be successful on the actual TOEFL.
    Prerequisite Placement in Intensive ESL. Level 4 or 5 is recommended.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify the three sections of the TOEFL Test.
    2. Identify specific question types for each section of the TOEFL Test.
    3. Demonstrate test-taking strategies.
  
  • INTEN 071 - Advanced Speaking and Listening



    5.0 Credits
    A general speaking and listening course for upper-intermediate ESL students. Students improve their speaking and listening skills through discussions, speeches, idioms practice and focused listening work.
    Prerequisite Pass INTEN 032 or Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate intermediate level of understanding of spoken English.
    2. Present a short speech.
    3. Participate in small group discussions.
    4. Demonstrate understanding of target vocabulary.
    5. Use target vocabulary in conversation.
  
  • INTEN 072 - College Preparation



    5.0 Credits
    For upper-intermediate ESL students. Students improve speaking and listening skills with an emphasis on skills for college success: listening and note taking, small group discussion, oral presentation. Provides an introduction to the American community college system.
    Prerequisite Pass INTEN 032 or Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Take notes on the main ideas and essential information of academic lectures.
    2. Demonstrate understanding of the main ideas and essential information of academic lectures.
    3. Participate in small group discussions.
    4. Present a short speech.
    5. Observe and describe several college classes.
  
  • INTEN 073 - Pronunciation Plus



    5.0 Credits
    An upper-intermediate ESL speaking and listening course with an emphasis on improving students’ American English pronunciation.
    Prerequisite Pass INTEN 032 or Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate individual improvement in English pronunciation.
    2. Recognize difference of meaning in English due to rhythm, intonation, and stress.
    3. Demonstrate understanding of spoken English from authentic sources.
    4. Present a short speech.
    5. Participate in small group discussions.
  
  • INTEN 074 - Partners in Service



    5.0 Credits
    For upper-intermediate ESL students. Students improve speaking and listening skills with an emphasis on skills for college success: listening and note taking, small group discussion, oral presentation. Provides an introduction to the American community college system.
    Prerequisite Pass INTEN 032 or Intensive ESL Placement Exam.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate improvement of oral communication skills using English with native speakers, in a volunteer job.
    2. Demonstrate cultural understanding represented in the volunteer site.
    3. Communicate with native speakers about their respective countries and cultures.
    4. Complete volunteer responsibilities.
    5. Present a short speech describing the service experience.
  
  • INTEN 075 - English Through Movies



    5.0 Credits
    An upper-intermediate speaking and listening course that uses movies for course content. Students improve their speaking and listening skills through discussions, interviews, speeches, idiom practice, and focused listening work.
    Prerequisite Placement into Intensive ESL Speaking and Listening 4 or higher required.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate upper-intermediate level understanding of spoken English, especially in terms of movies and video clips.
    2. Present a short speech.
    3. Participate in small group discussions.
    4. Demonstrate an understanding of course vocabulary.
    5. Use course vocabulary in conversation.
  
  • INTEN 076 - Special Topics in Speaking and Listening



    5.0 Credits
    Prepares ESL students for content-based college work by focusing on global topics such as sustainability and cross-cultural communication. Students develop skills in listening, discussion, oral presentations and basic internet-based research. Registration permitted first four weeks as space is available.
    Prerequisite Placement into Intensive ESL Listening and Speaking 4 or higher.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate intermediate-level understanding of spoken English (videos, news clips, lectures, etc.).
    2. Demonstrate understanding of target vocabulary.
    3. Use target vocabulary in spoken English.
    4. Present a short speech based on course themes.
    5. Participate in small group discussions.
  
  • INTEN 087 - Language Study Skills



    5.0 Credits
    This course is designed to assist Intensive ESL students who have received a grade lower than 2.0 in one or more classes for two consecutive quarters and need study skill and content area support. The course will combine study skills instruction and practice and content area tutoring. This course is a requirement for enrollment in the IESL program for students who have received a grade of less than 2.0 for two consecutive quarters. It will also be open to but not required of other students by instructor recommendation. S/U grade only.
    Prerequisite See an advisor (department head).
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate basic study skills
    2. Understand IESL and college support resources
    3. Locate assistance for IESL course content, assignments, etc.

International Studies

  
  • INSTD 200 - State of Capitalism



    5.0 Credits
    What are the historical processes that have created a world economy with integrated systems of production and trade that now encompass the entire globe? How is it that this economically integrated world has become so divided and fragmented along ethnic, national, political, and cultural lines? The course examines these questions from a world historical perspective by focusing on selected times, places, and events.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Differentiate between economic and political systems by identifying the attributes and developing examples of each.
    2. Interact respectfully through critical and imaginative expression in classroom and/or online exchanges.
    3. Explain how cultural forces interact with political and economic systems by citing historical examples.
    4. Compare and contrast in essays and discussions the diversity of ethics, values, and ways of thinking across communities.
    5. Identify in essays and discussions the evolution of global political and economic systems from 13th century Asia including the growth, expansion and various economic and political setbacks in the world system between the 15th century and the early 20th century.
    6. Use historical references (events, dates and places) to explain the economic, political and cultural realities of the modern world.
    7. Identify in essays and discussions the major economic, political and cultural influences that are shaping American society.
    8. Demonstrate in essays and discussions an expanded perception of how the modern system of nation states evolved and how the application of this term is challenged by contemporary fragmentation imposed by ethnic, religious and racial identities.
  
  • INSTD 201 - International Political Economy:CD



    5.0 Credits
    Explores how political and economic systems influence social development. Analyzes the effect of the Industrial Revolution, colonialism and the Cold War on the concepts of justice, freedom, and prosperity in various societies. These are then reviewed as practical objectives in a contemporary global context.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. In discussions and essays, differentiate between politics and economics as distinctive social sciences that uniquely contribute to the process of social development.
    2. Discuss various interpretations of the concept of social development.
    3. Recount the evolution of economic and political systems since the Industrial Revolution.
    4. Assess the social influences that encourage the development of totalitarian and democratic political systems.
    5. Assess the relative strengths and weaknesses of centrally planned and market based economic systems.
    6. Analyze and broadly categorize the political and economic systems adopted by various nation states around the world through citation of examples.
    7. Demonstrate “relativist thinking” that transcends the limitations of personal experience and cultural profile to assess circumstances in foreign societies in their native context.
    8. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity.
  
  • INSTD 202 - Cultural Interactions: CD



    5.0 Credits
    Explores how cultures evolve from “primitive” origins to modern behaviors, values and beliefs that shape our perceptions of the world. Examines how culture defines social units (class, religion, ethnicity, etc.) and how it affects the interactions of these subgroupings.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Describe in essays and discussions how the study of culture fits into the other social sciences that explain human behavior in an international context.
    2. Explain some of the origins and manifestations of their own cultural profiles.
    3. Cite specific cases of how point of view, bias and individual experience affect our perception of others and other cultures.
    4. Evaluate their own thinking as well as the thinking of others and then describe how social interactions are affected by culturally derived perspectives.
    5. Anticipate and respect the influences of diverse cultural backgrounds on how people conduct their lives.
    6. Identify behavior modifications that may eliminate or mitigate the difficulties often associated with intercultural interactions.
    7. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity.

Job Development Skills

  
  • JOBDV 100 - Career and College Success: Business



    3.0 Credits
    Course is designed enhance student success and transition into college for students pursuing degrees currently offered in the Business Division. It emphasizes self-assessment, goal setting, effective study habits, campus resources, effective communications, and education planning as well as exploration of career development and opportunities. Additional topics include diversity, team building, academic honesty, and the use of online tools to aid in academic success.
    Prerequisite Placement in ENGLP 093 or AENGL 093.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate the use of learning strategies to comprehend, retain, and apply class content.
    2. Identify your individual strengths, skills, characteristics, and interests in order to pursue personal, academic, and career goals.
    3. Apply effective communication skills when engaging with your peers, instructors, and the college community within a culturally diverse environment.
    4. Identify, access, and navigate college resources for program success.
    5. Demonstrate the ability to find credible and contextually appropriate sources for research and evaluation and to incorporate those sources ethically into your work.
  
  • JOBDV 110 - Resumes and Interviewing



    1.0 Credits
    Students create a resume and cover letter. Also covers how to prepare for and conduct great job interviews. Class includes preparing and practicing answers to difficult interview questions. S/U grade only.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify and discuss key elements of different resumes, cover letters, and other job search tools.
    2. Develop personalized tools to be used in job search.
    3. Discuss elements of interpersonal communication and the variations of those interactions in the context of a job interview, in the work culture of different companies, and in the work norms in the United States.
    4. Write and practice a brief introduction to be used in a job interview.
    5. Explore different methods of job interviews and develop specific tactics and answers to interview questions.
  
  • JOBDV 130 - College and Career Success



    Maximum of 4.0 possible Credits
    Design your own academic, personal, or career success plan. Individualized conference sessions help identify resources needed to successfully implement your plan. Flexible class times with group interaction. Registration permitted first seven weeks (six in summer) as space is available.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Assess and identify short term goal related to personal, academic, and/or career success.
    2. Discuss goal setting techniques and write a clear, short term goal statement related to personal, academic, and/or career success.
    3. Identify, record, and evaluate action steps to take to complete quarterly goal for success.
    4. Identify and utilize relevant campus and community resources needed for completion of action steps.
    5. Complete action steps identified for successful completion of goal.
    6. Evaluate results of short term goal and discuss future options for continued success.
  
  • JOBDV 155 - Special Topics: Job Development Skills



    Maximum of 5.0 possible Credits
    Topics related to current job development trends. S/U grade option.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate learning objectives as determined by the supervising instructor.
  
  • JOBDV 198 - Individual Project in Job Development



    1.0 to 5.0 Credits
    Special courses and topics may be designed for student’s individual programs in Job Development. Registration permitted first seven weeks (six in summer) as space is available.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate learning objectives determined through collaboration between the student and instructor which incorporate student interests and goals.
  
  • JOBDV 255 - Special Topics: Job Development Skills



    Maximum of 5.0 possible Credits
    Topics related to current job development trends. S/U grade option.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate learning objectives as determined by the supervising instructor.
  
  • JOBDV 298 - Individual Project in Job Development



    1.0 to 5.0 Credits
    Special courses and topics may be designed for students’ individual programs in Job Development. Registration permitted first seven weeks (six in summer) as space is available.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate learning objectives determined through collaboration between the student and instructor which incorporate student interests and goals.

Journalism

  
  • JOURN 115 - College Newspaper



    1.0 to 2.0 Credits
    Individualized course that builds on JOURN 125/135 writing and reporting skills, such as pitching stories, interviewing, news and feature writing and editing. Work with editorial staff of The Triton Review under instructor’s supervision.
    Prerequisite JOURN 125 or instructor permission.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate improvement in specific writing and reporting skills established in Journalism 125/135 and identified in the initial contract.
  
  • JOURN 116 - College Newspaper



    1.0 to 2.0 Credits
    Individualized course that builds on JOURN 125/135 writing and reporting skills, such as pitching stories, interviewing, news and feature writing and editing. Working with the editorial staff of The Triton Review under instructor’s supervision.
    Prerequisite JOURN 115 or instructor permission.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate improvement in specific writing and reporting skills established in Journalism 125/135 and identified in the initial contract.
    2. Build on improvements in writing and reporting skills established in Journalism 115.
  
  • JOURN 117 - College Newspaper



    1.0 to 2.0 Credits
    Individualized course that builds on JOURN 125/135 writing and reporting skills, such as pitching stories, interviewing, news and feature writing, and editing. Work with editorial staff of The Triton Review under instructor’s supervision.
    Prerequisite JOURN 116 or instructor permission.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate improvement in specific writing and reporting skills established in Journalism 125/135 and identified in the initial contract.
    2. Build on improvements in writing and reporting skills established in Journalism 116.
  
  • JOURN 125 - Introduction to Journalism I:CD



    5.0 Credits
    Emphasizes integrating critical reading, thinking, and writing. Covers academic and journalistic composition methods, rhetorical principles, styles, conventions, and techniques for gathering, evaluating, using, and citing sources. Explores journalistic theories and the roles of journalism in societies, including market and cultural influences.
    Prerequisite Placement in ENGL& 101.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Integrate critical thinking, reading, and writing independently to locate, research, analyze, evaluate, and use various kinds sources.
    2. Adapt writing to audience, context, and purpose by independently using rhetorical principles and journalistic concepts in varied, complex ways.
    3. Apply composition principles and journalistic concepts independently by connecting ideas coherently, explaining them thoroughly, and arranging them logically in major news stories.
    4. Demonstrate writing processes by independently choosing and applying suitable strategies to different writing stages, such as idea generating, drafting, revising, editing, and proofreading.
    5. Apply journalistic conventions for sentence-level writing and use AP style independently for formatting, documenting, and managing multiple sources of various kinds.
    6. Describe and evaluate journalism theories and trends, including market and cultural influences.
    7. Demonstrate interview skills, write in a range of journalistic modes, and apply journalistic ethics.
    8. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity.
  
  • JOURN 126 - Introduction to Journalism II



    5.0 Credits
    Continuation of JOURN 125. Students will comprise the writing staff of the campus newspaper, The Triton Review. Article assignments will include news and feature stories, editorials and reviews. Some introduction to layout and design.
    Prerequisite JOURN 125.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Build on skills established in Journalism 125 to integrate critical thinking, reading, and writing independently to locate, research, analyze, evaluate, and use various kinds sources.
    2. Demonstrate advanced techniques and methods for gathering information
    3. Adapt writing to audience, context, and purpose by independently using rhetorical principles and journalistic concepts in varied, complex ways.
    4. Apply composition principles and journalistic concepts independently by connecting ideas coherently, explaining them thoroughly, and arranging them logically in major news stories.
    5. Demonstrate writing processes by independently choosing and applying suitable strategies to different writing stages, such as idea generating, drafting, revising, editing, and proofreading.
    6. Apply journalistic conventions for sentence-level writing and use AP style independently for formatting, documenting, and managing multiple sources of various kinds.
    7. Describe and evaluate journalism theories, trends, and evaluate both print and electronic publications for content and design.
    8. Demonstrate interview skills, write in a range of journalistic modes, and apply journalistic ethics.
    9. Demonstrate ability to meet the deadlines and demands of a regular production schedule.
  
  • JOURN 135 - Writing the Feature:CD



    5.0 Credits
    Emphasizes integrating critical reading, thinking, and writing. Covers academic and journalistic composition methods, rhetorical principles, styles conventions and techniques, focusing on feature writing. Explores journalistic theories and the roles of journalism in societies, including market and cultural influences.
    Prerequisite Placement in ENGL& 101.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate feature-writing skills (applied to non-breaking news stories, non-news matter, interviews, profiles, columns, etc.) by interpreting events, providing context, identifying sources, foregrounding human-interest elements, and conveying the color of stories and events.
    2. Demonstrate interview skills.
    3. Use headlines, captions, and accompanying photo/graphics to frame and enhance feature stories.
    4. Apply the basic principles of page design, photojournalism, and visual storytelling.
    5. Evaluate both print and electronic publications for article and design quality.
    6. Describe and apply the basic principles underlying libel law, journalism ethics, prior review and the student press, and AP style.
    7. Research submission possibilities.
    8. Describe and evaluate journalism theories and trends, including market and cultural influences.
    9. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity.
  
  • JOURN 225 - Newspaper Production



    5.0 Credits
    Students comprise the operations staff of the campus newspaper, The Triton Review. Instruction will include elements of production, such as ethics, marketing, design and business operations.
    Prerequisite Placement in ENGL& 101 or instructor permission.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Edit texts according to accepted journalistic style.
    2. Explore and apply elements of design theory to print and Web publications.
    3. Demonstrate teamwork skills and business/management skills related to publication by creating and implementing business strategies for distributing publications, keeping business records, expanding readership, recruiting personnel, and driving advertising.
    4. Describe and contribute to production process.
    5. Describe journalism’s professional and ethical principles and explain how they apply to newspaper production.
    6. Demonstrate ability to meet deadlines and demands established by The Triton Review’s production schedule.

Manufacturing

  
  • MFG 101 - Electrical Assembly Mechanical Skills I



    5.0 Credits
    The installation and termination of wires/wire bundles and cables in aircraft. Topics include reading diagrams/schematics, powered and nonpowered hand tool use, handling and disposal of hazardous materials, aircraft electrical procedures, bonding and grounding, and use of the shop floor computers.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Read and interpret production illustrations, wiring diagrams and/or schematics.
    2. Demonstrate proper use of various powered and nonpowered hand tools in the installation of wires/wire bundles.
    3. Demonstrate knowledge of the proper use, handling and disposal of hazardous materials per government regulations.
    4. Demonstrate basic knowledge of aircraft and advanced knowledge of aircraft electrical procedures.
    5. Demonstrate the ability to seal, electrical bond and ground from aircraft drawings and work instructions.
    6. Operate computing equipment to access job information and complete required paperwork.
  
  • MFG 102 - Electrical Assembly Mechanical Skills II



    5.0 Credits
    This course is a continuation of MFG 101, the installation and termination of wires/wire bundles and cables in aircraft. Topics include proper handling of fiber optic cables, using precision measuring tools, drilling and installing fasteners, and inspection of work per specifications.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate for completion and correctness per specifications on all projects.
    2. Use knowledge of routing, clamping, tying, connecting and terminating wires, coax and/or wire bundles in the installation of aircraft electrical systems.
    3. Properly handle fiber optic cables and related components.
    4. Apply math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, and fractions.
    5. Demonstrate proper use of various types of precision measuring tools.
    6. Drill, ream, hone, bore, lap and/or countersink straight and close tolerance holes and install fasteners.
  
  • MFG 105 - Introduction to Aircraft Basics



    2.0 Credits
    Course provides broad knowledge of aviation industry. Learn about evolution of aircraft designs and understanding of different types and configurations of common aircraft. Explore aerospace specific concept and processes including sealing, electrical bond and safety.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify various types of aircraft based on subtle visual clues.
    2. Explain different categories of aircraft; how the aircraft is built and why.
    3. Describe and demonstrate vocabulary specific to the aircraft manufacturing environment.
    4. Distinguish a variety of aircraft bonding and grounding methods; demonstrate understanding of the bond and ground process and how it relates to aircraft safety and performance.
    5. Describe and identify Personal Protective Equipment. Identify and utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment for a specific task/activity.
    6. Recognize basic aircraft sealing tools, equipment, processes and hazards.
  
  • MFG 110 - Aerospace Assembly Mechanic I



    3.5 Credits
    Introduction to power island equipment, basic drilling and precision measuring with an emphasis on basic principles of safety, quality and inspection.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate proper use of power tools and describe safety procedures and practices in using common assembly tools.
    2. Identify various tools currently accepted and used in the commercial aerospace manufacturing industry and discuss the proper applications and techniques when using these tools.
    3. Distinguish and analyze the difference between procedure requirements and optional procedures as required by the FAA.
    4. Describe and demonstrate successful team skills and interaction.
  
  • MFG 111 - Aerospace Assembly Mechanic II



    3.5 Credits
    This course builds on MFG 110. Develop manual precision skills essential to aircraft production. Continued emphasis on basic principles of accuracy and safety.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Describe and demonstrate precision and accuracy while using a variety of airplane mechanic tools.
    2. Identify various tools currently accepted and used in the commercial aerospace manufacturing industry and discuss best practices using these tools within commercial standard tolerances.
    3. Distinguish and analyze the difference between procedure requirements and optional procedures as required by an employer and the FAA while working on aircraft.
    4. Demonstrate the ability to engage in teamwork by completing projects which require more than one person to complete the project correctly.
  
  • MFG 112 - Aerospace Assembly Mechanic III



    5.0 Credits
    This course builds on MFG 110 and MFG 111. Introduction to the assembly of wing structure, exterior skin panels and fuselage skin assembly.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Define and describe basic assembly procedures and techniques for wing and fuselage assembly.
    2. Identify various tools currently accepted and used in the commercial aerospace manufacturing industry and discuss best practices using these tools within commercial standard tolerances.
    3. Distinguish and analyze the difference between procedure requirements and optional procedures as required by an employer and the FAA while working on aircraft.
    4. Demonstrate the ability to engage in teamwork by completing projects which require more than one person to complete the project correctly.
    5. Navigate and interpret complex engineering drawings to successfully assemble various airplane components.
  
  • MFG 113 - Aerospace Assembly Mechanic IV



    4.5 Credits
    This course builds on MFG 110, MFG 111, and MFG 112. Introduction to advanced aircraft assembly including sealant application procedures and electrical bonding and grounding.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Describe and explain the essential production and assembly procedures needed for application of sealants and electrical bonding and groundin
    2. Identify various tools currently accepted and used in the commercial aerospace manufacturing industry and discuss best practices using these tools within commercial standard tolerances.
    3. Distinguish and analyze the difference between procedure requirements and optional procedures as required by an employer and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) while working on aircraft.
    4. Demonstrate the ability to engage in teamwork by completing projects that require more than one person to complete correctly.
    5. Apply skills and knowledge learned in MFG 110, MFG 111, and MFG 112 to successfully build a variety of aircraft structures in the lab.
  
  • MFG 120 - Manufacturing Overview



    5.0 Credits
    This course provides an overview of manufacturing practices, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), lab safety practices, and appropriate use of power island and other equipment. This course covers the theory of manufacturing processes including drilling, riveting, cutting, and grinding hard metal, aluminum, and composites.


    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate the proper usage and benefits of basic Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) specific to aerospace and manufacturing.
    2. Describe standard safety practices for chemicals (SDS), power tools, and other equipment used in manufacturing.
    3. List general advantages/disadvantages of composites and metals and their proper handling techniques.
    4. Understanding by virtual demonstration to drilling, cutting, and measuring processes and equipment.
    5. Develop listening comprehension especially as it relates to lectures and note taking.
    6. Develop oral questioning and listening abilities critical to academic and career success with focus on aerospace and manufacturing.
    7. Develop writing skills including basic grammar, summarizing, clarity, and accuracy.
    8. Increase vocabulary building skills especially as applied to course work and the manufacturing environment.
    9. Develop and apply study and test taking skills.

  
  • MFG 121 - Basic Soldering



    3.0 Credits
    Basic soldering and desoldering of through-hole components and surface mount components. Covers using tools and microscopes, parts identification, and inspection. Prepares students for electrical certification exams through IPC Association Connecting Electronics Industries. S/U grade option.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify common electronics parts.
    2. Perform conventional through-hole soldering and desoldering of electronic components.
    3. Perform surface mount soldering and desoldering of electronic components.
    4. Demonstrate knowledge of the potential hazards in soldering.
  
  • MFG 122 - Aerospace Electric Wiring



    3.0 Credits
    Use fiber optic and coaxial cable to build wire bundles. Read build instructions and install wire bundles according to drawings.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Measure, cut, and strip wire for building wire bundles.
    2. Identify unshielded twisted pair and fiber optic cabling parts and components and describe their functions.
    3. Demonstrate knowledge of cable construction and bend radius.
    4. Install wire bundles based on pressurized and unpressurized bundle locations.
  
  • MFG 123 - Metrology For Quality Assurance



    6.0 Credits
    Introduction to basic measurement techniques, tools, and equipment used in aerospace manufacturing environment. Overview of inspection of various materials including hard metal, aluminum, and composites.  
     
    Prerequisite Aerospace Assembly Mechanic Core Certificate
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Describe, select, and use a variety of measurement tools, such as calipers and microscopes.
    2. Establish calibration intervals using usage history and gage studies.
    3. Demonstrate various inspection and testing concepts and processes, including Non-Destructive Testing (NDT).
    4. Demonstrate and apply sampling systems for metal and composites materials. 
  
  • MFG 124 - Aerospace Quality Assurance Tools



    7.0 Credits
    Introduction to tools and concepts used in manufacturing and aerospace quality inspection processes and how to effectively apply and use them.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Calculate and apply simple control charts and describe their meaning.
    2. Demonstrate inspection techniques for hard metal, aluminum, and composite materials or parts.
    3. Accurately describe and document a variety of QA findings on various materials including metal and composites.
    4. Demonstrate how to effectively communicate negative findings to assure the most positive outcomes.
    5. Explain quality concepts, such as Six Sigma, cost of quality, ISO certification, and continuous improvement techniques.
    6. Explain and apply basic statistical techniques such as mean and standard deviation.
  
  • MFG 125 - Metrology For Tooling



    6.0 Credits
    Introduction to basic measurement tools, techniques, and equipment used in aerospace manufacturing tooling environments and the equipment used to perform measurements. Demonstrate appropriate use of precision measuring equipment.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Describe, select, and use a variety of measurement tools, such as calipers, gages, and other equipment.
    2. Establish calibration intervals using usage history and gage studies.
    3. Use gages to mark metals for cutting and drilling.
    4. Use metal stamps to mark all parts and tools.
    5. Identify and appropriately use measuring tools.
    6. Understand basics of Faro and Romer arm to measure X and Y axis on a production part.
    7. Explain and apply sampling systems.
  
  • MFG 126 - Composites Practical Application



    4.0 Credits
    Covers uses of composite materials and fabrication procedures for manufacturing and aerospace. Covers material forms, mold design and development, fabrication process, bonding, fastening, laminating, and finishing.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Explain the basic properties, characteristics, and constituents of composite materials.
    2. Explain the functions and elements of ASTM standards.
    3. Explain and apply the different fabrication processes for composite materials, including bonding, fastening, laminating, and finishing techniques.
    4. Describe the primary usage of composite materials in today’s industry and potential for future applications.
    5. Perform basic fabrication processes in making composite structures.
    6. Follow procedures when using lab equipment, and apply safety procedures when working in the lab.
  
  • MFG 127 - Drilling For Quality



    2.0 Credits
    Covers drilling quality holes in hard metal, aluminum, and composites for aerospace and manufacturing purposes. Explains the advantages and disadvantages of using metal versus composites. Defines the safety and tools used in drilling different materials.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Explain the cutting tools needed to drill a quality hole in hard metal (steel - simulating titanium).
    2. Complete drilling project using steel.
    3. Explain the cutting tools needed to drill a quality hole in aluminum and how this differs from drilling hard metal.
    4. Complete drilling project using aluminum.
    5. Explain and demonstrate safety when working with aluminum and steel.
    6. Explain the cutting tools needed to drill quality holes in a composite coupon.
    7. Complete drilling project using composite coupon.
    8. Understand and demonstrate safety practices when drilling aluminum, steel, and composite.
  
  • MFG 130 - Aerospace Manufacturing Tooling I



    4.0 Credits
    Develop mechanical skills including metrology, hand and stationary power tool set up and use, shop math and safety. Use critical thinking and reasoning skills to build one of a kind tooling in a safe, logical and efficient manner. Includes problem solving and communication. S/U grade only. Must complete with 80 percent assessment score average.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Analyze, describe and identify the proper tools and applications to utilize in accordance with tooling work orders and engineering drawings.
    2. Describe various tools used in commercial aerospace manufacturing; discuss and demonstrate current, accepted industry best practices.
    3. Communicate effectively using various med, including online learning modules.
    4. Describe and demonstrate the methodology, process and standard requirements of basic and specialty hand/power tool safety.
    5. Demonstrate proficiency reading, interpreting and applying dimensions and tolerances from an engineering drawing to a completed project.
    6. Analyze work assignments to identify the tools, materials and processes required to efficiently complete a project.
  
  • MFG 131 - Aerospace Manufacturing Tooling II



    4.0 Credits
    Broaden knowledge and skills from MFG 130. Work from engineering drawings to individually produce projects with a high degree of accuracy and craftsmanship. Introduction to installing specific tooling hardware, cutting threads and inspection of completed projects. S/U grade only. Student must average 80 percent on overall assessment score.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify, describe and utilize appropriate precision measurement instruments and process to perform quality verification.
    2. Compare and analyze precision instrument measurements to specifications, drawings and standards; determine if features meet requirements.
    3. Recognize nonconforming attributes, perform root cause analysis, author discrepancy reports.
    4. Implement corrective actions in regards to non-conforming parts, attributes.
    5. Communicate between peers, supervisors and managers using verbal, electronic, and visual media.
    6. Apply appropriate tools, techniques and precision measurement operations to produce specific projects.
  
  • MFG 132 - Aerospace Manufacturing Tooling Lab and Capstone



    3.0 Credits
    Culmination of Aerospace Tooling Certificate. Students required to access appropriate drawings and materials and produce finished project with limited direction. Demonstrate proficiency in tool selection and safe use, engineering drawing interpretation and process selection. S/U grade only. Student must hold an overall assessment average score of at least 80 percent.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Gain experience and understanding of large-scale production processes and methodologies used in commercial aviation assembly/manufacturing process.
    2. Apply sound judgment and critical reasoning to analyze specific manufacturing tasks and determine the most effective, safe and accurate sequence of operations required to efficiently complete the task.
    3. Describe and demonstrate effective communication and team skills essential for tooling and manufacturing environments.
    4. Exhibit effective communication skills working with all levels of an organization within a diverse workforce.
    5. Demonstrate the ability to receive information through work orders, engineering drawings, verbal instructions, constructive criticism and perform tasks as assigned.
    6. Demonstrate the ability to see a challenging project through to completion within a specific time frame.
    7. Describe and maintain a professional demeanor throughout project collaborations, team assignments and classroom/laboratory activities.
    8. Discuss and demonstrate the skills and abilities acquired in the Tooling program by producing quality projects, culminating with the Capstone Project.
  
  • MFG 141 - Aerospace Composites I



    5.0 Credits
    Introductory course in composite materials and processes, exploring fiber reinforced polymers and fabrication methods.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, student will be able to:

    1. Articulate the hazards and workplace precautions that need to be taken when working with hazardous chemicals such as resins, catalysts, epoxies, solvents, and fillers, and safely select and prepare materials and molds to make basic composite parts.
    2. Compare and contrast the material properties of various matrix materials (resins), reinforcements (fabrics), and core materials, and demonstrate an understanding of basic design considerations in working with these materials to create composite products.
    3. Build basic vacuum bags for simple shapes using a standard layup schedule.
    4. Fabricate quality composite projects according to directions and specifications using hand lay-up methods, and prepare comprehensive lab reports using a template provided.
  
  • MFG 142 - Aerospace Composites II



    5.0 Credits
    Intermediate course in composite materials and processes, exploring fiber reinforced polymers (FRP), composite molding, and fabrication methods.
    Prerequisite MFG 141.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Build projects to specifications demonstrating an understanding of fabrication drawings and procedures.
    2. Build advanced vacuum bags, including complex shapes, pleats, and layup schedules, and demonstrate comprehension of the theory of vacuum bagging.
    3. Fabricate parts using hand wet layup techniques including surface preparation, surface coating, filleting, ply orientation, and wet out.
    4. Build vacuum infused parts to industry standard level of quality, demonstrating competency with vacuum infusion process (VIP) methods. Fabricate parts using hand prepreg layup methods, demonstrating competency with debulking, thermocouple use, ply orientation, and cure cycles.
  
  • MFG 155 - Special Topics



    5.0 Credits
    Covers a variety of topics within the manufacturing field.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate course-specific objectives determined by instructor.
  
  • MFG 159 - Introduction to Composite Material



    2.0 Credits
    Introduction to a variety of common materials used in composites including safety, general properties, and usages in manufacturing and aerospace production.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify why composites are increasingly preferred over metals in industry applications.
    2. Identify and describe how composites are used in aerospace and other industries.
    3. Identify differences in working with composites structures versus metallic structures.
    4. Define terms specific to the composites industry.
    5. Recognize the importance of following all EPA and OSHA safety regulations.
    6. Identify health hazards of working with composites materials.
    7. Demonstrate and assess safety considerations when working with composites materials.
    8. Identify the most common types of materials and their processing properties, applications, proper storage, and handling.
    9. Identify the importance of surface preparation.
  
  • MFG 169 - Composites for Manufacturing



    2.0 Credits
    Explores a variety of methods used to fabricate and manufacture fiber reinforced composites. Also addresses the advantages and disadvantages of different processes, safety, and tooling considerations.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Describe a variety of curing methods to include heat, hot-bonder, and autoclave.
    2. Describe the need for and process of co-curing and co-bonding.
    3. Describe drilling, trimming, and finishing composite materials based on virtual demonstration.
    4. Demonstrate weighing, measuring, mixing, and preparing chemicals and per specifications.
    5. Identify proper tools to use in composite manufacturing.
    6. Describe primary issues to be considered when fabricating a mold.
    7. Define/develop specifications, procedures, and objectives from blueprints/drawings.
    8. Describe the following safe practices: a. logging tools (ingress/egress) b. using appropriate lifting techniques; c. setting up and maintaining safe work area; d. describing the buddy system and lock out/tag out procedures; e. monitoring breathing zones and wind direction; and f. following clean room and controlled environment procedures.
  
  • MFG 189 - Quality Assurance For Aerospace



    1.5 Credits
    Students gain an understanding of inspection of aerospace materials and parts made from composite, aluminum, and steel. Students learn how to properly document defects and errors for repair. Students also review and document repaired parts and learn how to have difficult conversations regarding inspection outcomes.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Perform quality inspection of composite, steel, aluminum materials, and parts.
    2. Document part condition before repair.
    3. Identify sources of damage.
    4. Describe different repair techniques for various sorts of damage.
    5. Define foreign object damage (FOD) and identity sources of FOD.
    6. Conduct quality inspection of repaired materials and identify acceptable or unacceptable repairs.
  
  • MFG 190 - Aerospace Manufacturing and Safety



    5.0 Credits
    Introduction to aerospace assembly and manufacturing safety concepts and practices. Industry specific emphasis on workplace, hazardous materials, confined spaces, fall protection, ergonomics, electrical and fire safety, tool and machine safety, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
    Prerequisite GED, high school diploma, or instructor permission.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify various areas of safety in safety in aerospace manufacturing environments.
    2. Identify and address risks and hazards in aerospace assembly and manufacturing settings.
    3. Adopt a proactive approach to managing hazards in the workplace.
    4. Locate and utilize the material safety data sheets (MSDS) for all chemicals in the lab.
    5. Demonstrate the purpose of PPE and understand when different PPE is used.

Mathematics

  
  • MATH 041 - Pre-Algebra 1



    2 Credits
    This course is the first two credits of a five-credit sequence of courses that comprises Pre-Algebra. Review of operations with integers, order of operations, exponents, fractions, decimals and percentages, and applications. Introduction to the concepts of algebra, including simplifying and evaluating expressions and solving linear equations; focus on problem solving and math success skills. Intended for students who have had little or no algebra. MATH 041/042/043/044 must all be completed with a 2.0 within a 12-month period.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Apply the concepts and procedures of arithmetic, including whole number operations, fraction and decimal operations, proportions, percents, and signed number operations.
    2. Evaluate a numerical expression by applying the order of operations.
    3. Set up, solve, and assess the results of applications.
    4. Use common financial and geometric formulas to write and solve equations.
    5. Demonstrate solutions to problems and interpret results.
  
  • MATH 042 - Pre-Algebra 2



    1 Credits
    This course is the third credit of a five-credit sequence of courses that comprises Pre-Algebra. Review of operations with integers, order of operations, exponents, fractions, decimals and percentages, and applications. Introduction to the concepts of algebra, including simplifying and evaluating expressions and solving linear equations; focus on problem solving and math success skills. Intended for students who have had little or no algebra. MATH 041/042/043/044 must all be completed with a 2.0 within a 12-month period.
    Prerequisite MATH 041 with a minimum grade of 2.0 OR concurrent enrollment in MATH 041.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Apply the concepts and procedures of arithmetic, including whole number operations, fraction and decimal operations, proportions, percents, and signed number operations.
    2. Convert numbers from one form to another, among percentage, decimal, and fraction forms.
    3. Evaluate a numerical expression by applying the order of operations.
    4. Set up, solve, and assess the results of applications.
    5. Use common financial and geometric formulas to write and solve equations.
    6. Demonstrate solutions to problems and interpret results.
  
  • MATH 043 - Pre-Algebra 3



    1 Credits
    This course is the fourth credit of a five-credit sequence of courses that comprises Pre-Algebra. Review of operations with integers, order of operations, exponents, fractions, decimals and percentages, and applications. Introduction to the concepts of algebra, including simplifying and evaluating expressions and solving linear equations; focus on problem solving and math success skills. Intended for students who have had little or no algebra. MATH 041/042/043/044 must all be completed with a 2.0 within a 12-month period.
    Prerequisite MATH 042 with a minimum grade of 2.0 OR concurrent enrollment in MATH 042.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Apply the concepts and procedures of arithmetic, including whole number operations, fraction and decimal operations, proportions, percents, and signed number operations.
    2. Convert numbers from one form to another, among percentage, decimal, and fraction forms.
    3. Evaluate a numerical expression by applying the order of operations.
    4. Set up, solve, and assess the results of applications.
    5. Use common financial and geometric formulas to write and solve equations.
    6. Demonstrate solutions to problems and interpret results.
  
  • MATH 044 - Pre-Algebra 4



    1 Credits
    This course is the fifth credit of a five-credit sequence of courses that comprises Pre-Algebra. Review of operations with integers, order of operations, exponents, fractions, decimals and percentages, and applications. Introduction to the concepts of algebra, including simplifying and evaluating expressions and solving linear equations; focus on problem solving and math success skills. Intended for students who have had little or no algebra. MATH 041/042/043/044 must all be completed with a 2.0 within a 12-month period.
    Prerequisite MATH 043 with a minimum grade of 2.0 OR concurrent enrollment in MATH 043.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Apply the concepts and procedures of arithmetic, including whole number operations, fraction and decimal operations, proportions, percents, and signed number operations.
    2. Convert numbers from one form to another, among percentage, decimal, and fraction forms.
    3. Evaluate a numerical expression by applying the order of operations.
    4. Solve linear equations of one variable.
    5. Set up, solve, and assess the results of applications.
    6. Use common financial and geometric formulas to write and solve equations.
    7. Demonstrate solutions to problems and interpret results.
  
  • MATH 047I - Pre-Algebra



    5.0 Credits
    Review of operations with integers, order of operations, exponents, fractions, decimals and percentages, and applications. Introduction to the concepts of algebra, including simplifying and evaluating expressions and solving linear equations; focus on problem solving and math success skills. Intended for students who have had little or no algebra.
    Prerequisite Appropriate score on Math Placement Test.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Apply the concepts and procedures of arithmetic, including whole number operations, fraction and decimal operations, proportions, percents, and signed number operations.
    2. Convert numbers from one form to another, among percentage, decimal, and fraction forms.
    3. Evaluate a numerical expression by applying the order of operations.
    4. Solve linear equations of one variable.
    5. Set up, solve and assess the results of applications.
    6. Use common financial and geometric formulas to write and solve equations.
    7. Demonstrate solutions to problems and interpret results.
  
  • MATH 060J - Introduction to Algebra



    Maximum of 5.0 possible Credits
    Class covers basic operations on signed numbers, solution of linear equations, exponents and fractions. Includes review of some properties and operations of arithmetic. Intended for students who have had little or no algebra.
    Prerequisite Ability to do basic arithmetic, or appropriate score on Math Placement Test, or instructor permission.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Evaluate a numerical expression by applying the order of operations.
    2. Add, subtract, multiply and divide positive and negative numbers.
    3. Simplify algebraic expressions by applying the commutative, associative and distributive properties.
    4. Factor algebraic expressions using prime factorization and the distributive property.
    5. Identify terms in an algebraic expression.
    6. Simplify rational expressions by factoring out common factors.
    7. Multiply and divide algebraic fractions with monomial denominators.
    8. Add and subtract algebraic fractions with monomial denominators.
    9. Solve linear equations of one variable.
    10. Solve simple literal equations for a given variable.
    11. Translate English sentences into equations and solve for the unknown.
    12. Add, subtract, multiply and divide decimals.
    13. Round numbers.
    14. Convert numbers from one form to another, among percentage form, decimal form and fraction form.
    15. Solve percentage word problems.
    16. Evaluate expressions with exponents.
    17. Simplify algebraic expressions with exponents.
  
  • MATH 071 - Introductory Algebra 1



    2 Credits
    This course is the first two credits of a five-credit sequence of courses that comprises Introductory Algebra.  Introduction to the concepts of algebra. Operations on signed numbers, solution of linear equations, exponents and algebraic fractions, and basic operations on polynomials. Includes a review of some properties and operations of arithmetic. Intended for students who have had little or no algebra recently. Registration permitted first seven weeks (six in summer) as space is available. MATH 071/072/073/074 must all be completed with a 2.0 within a 12-month period.
    Prerequisite MATH 044, MATH 047, or PREP 047 with a minimum grade of 2.0, or appropriate score on the math placement test.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Perform operations with fractions, decimals, percents, and signed numbers, and use these operations to solve applied problems.
    2. Apply the order of operations to evaluate and simplify mathematical expressions with and without variables.
    3. Demonstrate solutions to problems and interpret results.
  
  • MATH 072 - Introductory Algebra 2



    1 Credits
    This course is the third credit of a five-credit sequence of courses that comprises Introductory Algebra. Introduction to the concepts of algebra. Operations on signed numbers, solution of linear equations, exponents and algebraic fractions, and basic operations on polynomials. Includes a review of some properties and operations of arithmetic. Intended for students who have had little or no algebra recently. Registration permitted first seven weeks (six in summer) as space is available. MATH 071/072/073/074 must all be completed with a 2.0 within a 12-month period.
    Prerequisite MATH 071 with a minimum grade of 2.0 OR concurrent enrollment in MATH 071.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Solve formulas and linear equations in one variable and use them to solve applied problems.
    2. Convert units including those from the metric system.
    3. Demonstrate mathematical solutions to problems and interpret results.
  
  • MATH 073 - Introductory Algebra 3



    1 Credits
    This course is the fourth credit of a five-credit sequence of courses that comprises Introductory Algebra. Introduction to the concepts of algebra. Operations on signed numbers, solution of linear equations, exponents and algebraic fractions, and basic operations on polynomials. Includes a review of some properties and operations of arithmetic. Intended for students who have had little or no algebra recently. Registration permitted first seven weeks (six in summer) as space is available. MATH 071/072/073/074 must all be completed with a 2.0 within a 12-month period.
    Prerequisite MATH 072 with a minimum grade of 2.0 OR concurrent enrollment in MATH 072.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Graph linear equations in two variables using intercepts and use those graphs to solve equations and applied problems
    2. Solve formulas and linear equations in one variable and use them to solve applied problems.
    3. Convert units including those from the metric system.
    4. Demonstrate solutions to problems and interpret results.
  
  • MATH 074 - Introductory Algebra 4



    1 Credits
    This course is the fifth credit of a five-credit sequence of courses that comprises Introductory Algebra. Introduction to the concepts of algebra. Operations on signed numbers, solution of linear equations, exponents and algebraic fractions, and basic operations on polynomials. Includes a review of some properties and operations of arithmetic. Intended for students who have had little or no algebra recently. Registration permitted first seven weeks (six in summer) as space is available. MATH 071/072/073/074 must all be completed with a 2.0 within a 12-month period.
    Prerequisite MATH 073 with a minimum grade of 2.0 OR concurrent enrollment in MATH 073.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Perform operations with fractions, decimals, percents, and signed numbers, and use these operations to solve applied problems.
    2. Apply the order of operations to evaluate and simplify mathematical expressions with and without variables.
    3. Solve formulas and linear equations in one variable and use them to solve applied problems.
    4. Convert units including those from the metric system.
    5. Graph linear equations in two variables using intercepts and use those graphs to solve equations and applied problems.
    6. Apply rules of exponents to simplify expressions and solve problems involving integer exponents.
    7. Perform operations on monomials and polynomials to simplify algebraic expressions and solve applied problems.
    8. Demonstrate mathematical solutions to problems and interpret results.
  
  • MATH 077 - Introductory Algebra



    5.0 Credits
    Introduction to the concepts of algebra. Operations on signed numbers, solution of linear equations, exponents and algebraic fractions, and basic operations on polynomials. Includes a review of some properties and operations of arithmetic. Intended for students who have had little or no algebra recently. Registration permitted first seven weeks (six in summer) as space is available.
    Prerequisite MATH 047 or PREP 047 with a minimum grade of 2.0, or appropriate score on the math placement test.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Perform operations with fractions, decimals, percents, and signed numbers, and use these operations to solve applied problems.
    2. Apply the order of operations to evaluate and simplify mathematical expressions with and without variables.
    3. Solve formulas and linear equations in one variable and use them to solve applied problems.
    4. Convert units including those from the metric system.
    5. Graph linear equations in two variables using intercepts and use those graphs to solve equations and applied problems.
    6. Apply rules of exponents to simplify expressions and solve problems involving integer exponents.
    7. Perform operations on monomials and polynomials to simplify algebraic expressions and solve applied problems.
    8. Present solutions to problems and interpret results.
  
  • MATH 081 - Essentials of Intermediate Algebra 1



    2 Credits
    This course is the first two credits of a five-credit sequence of courses that comprises Essentials of Intermediate Algebra. Introduction to the concepts of linear, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Operations on polynomials, solutions to linear and polynomial equations, and rules of exponents. Registration permitted first seven weeks (six in summer) as space is available. MATH 081/082/083/084 must all be completed with a 2.0 within a 12-month period.
    Prerequisite MATH 074, MATH 077, or PREP 077 with a minimum grade of 2.0 OR PREP 87, ABE 087, or HSC 087 with a minimum grade of 3.0 OR appropriate score on math placement test.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Graph linear equations in two variables using point-plotting, slope and a point, intercepts, and technology, and interpret the slope as a rate of change in the context of an applied problem.
    2. Simplify expressions and solve linear equations, inequalities, and formulas, including applications 
    3. Construct linear models using point-slope and slope-intercept methods, and use technology to find a linear regression equation.
    4. Solve systems of two linear equations in two variables (including systems generated from an application) by graphing, elimination, and substitution.
    5. Perform operations with polynomial expressions.
    6. Apply rules of exponents to simplify expressions involving integer exponents.
    7. Demonstrate solutions to problems and interpret results.
  
  • MATH 082 - Essentials of Intermediate Algebra 2



    1 Credits
    This course is the third credit of a five-credit sequence of courses that comprises Essentials of Intermediate Algebra. Introduction to the concepts of linear, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Operations on polynomials, solutions to linear and polynomial equations, and rules of exponents. Registration permitted first seven weeks (six weeks in summer) as space is available. MATH 081/082/083/084 must all be completed with a 2.0 within a 12-month period.
    Prerequisite MATH 081 with a minimum grade of 2.0 OR concurrent enrollment in MATH 081.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)

    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Apply rules of exponents to simplify expressions involving integer exponents, and simplify basic radical expressions.
    2. Simplify expressions and solve linear equations  and formulas, including applications involving ratios, percentages, and proportions.
    3. Solve quadratic equations using basic factoring techniques and the quadratic formula, and find approximate solutions to polynomial equations using technology.
    4. Demonstrate solutions to problems and interpret results.
  
  • MATH 083 - Essentials of Int Algebra 3



    1 Credits
    This course is the fourth credit of a five-credit sequence of courses that comprises Essentials of Intermediate Algebra. Introduction to the concepts of linear, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Operations on polynomials, solutions to linear and polynomial equations, and rules of exponents. Registration permitted first seven weeks (six in summer) as space is available. MATH 081/082/083/084 must all be completed with a 2.0 within a 12-month period.
    Prerequisite MATH 082 with a minimum grade of 2.0 OR concurrent enrollment in MATH 082.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Develop functional relationships presented in applications, words, tables, graphs, and symbols using function notation, and express domains and ranges using inequalities or intervals.
    2. Apply rules of exponents to simplify expressions involving integer exponents, and simplify basic radical expressions.
    3. Simplify expressions and solve linear equations  and formulas, including applications involving ratios, percentages, and proportions.
    4. Solve quadratic equations using basic factoring techniques and the quadratic formula, and find approximate solutions to polynomial equations using technology.
    5. Demonstrate solutions to problems and interpret results.
  
  • MATH 084 - Essentials of Int. Algebra 4



    1 Credits
    This course is the fifth credit of a five-credit sequence of courses that comprises Essentials of Intermediate Algebra. Introduction to the concepts of linear, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Operations on polynomials, solutions to linear and polynomial equations, and rules of exponents. Registration permitted first seven weeks (six weeks in summer) as space is available. MATH 081/082/083/084 must all be completed with a 2.0 within a 12-month period.
    Prerequisite MATH 083 with a minimum grade of 2.0 OR concurrent enrollment in MATH 083.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Develop functional relationships presented in applications, words, tables, graphs, and symbols using function notation, and express domains and ranges using inequalities or intervals.
    2. Graph linear equations in two variables using point-plotting, slope and a point, intercepts, and technology, and interpret the slope as a rate of change in the context of an applied problem.
    3. Simplify expressions and solve linear equations, inequalities, and formulas, including applications involving ratios, percentages, and proportions.
    4. Construct linear models using point-slope and slope-intercept methods, and use technology to find a linear regression equation.
    5. Solve systems of two linear equations in two variables (including systems generated from an application) by graphing, elimination, and substitution.
    6. Perform operations with polynomial expressions, solve quadratic equations using basic factoring techniques and the quadratic formula, and find approximate solutions to polynomial equations using technology.
    7. Apply rules of exponents to simplify expressions involving integer and rational exponents, and simplify basic radical expressions.
    8. Graph exponential functions and use properties of logarithms (or technology) to solve exponential equations and applied problems.
    9. Demonstrate solutions to problems and interpret results.
  
  • MATH 087 - Essentials of Intermediate Algebra



    5.0 Credits
    Introduction to the concepts of linear, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Operations on polynomials, solutions to linear and polynomial equations, and rules of exponents. Registration permitted first seven weeks as space is available.
    Prerequisite PREP 087, ABE 087, or HSC 087 with a minimum grade of 3.0; MATH 077 with a minimum grade of 2.0; or appropriate score on the math placement test.
     
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Develop functional relationships presented in applications, words, tables, graphs, and symbols using function notation, and express domains and ranges using inequalities or intervals.
    2. Graph linear equations in two variables using point-plotting, slope and a point, intercepts, and technology, and interpret the slope as a rate of change in the context of an applied problem.
    3. Simplify expressions and solve linear equations, inequalities, and formulas, including applications involving ratios, percentages, and proportions.
    4. Construct linear models using point-slope and slope-intercept methods, and use technology to find a linear regression equation.
    5. Solve systems of two linear equations in two variables (including systems generated from an application) by graphing, elimination, and substitution.
    6. Perform operations with polynomial expressions, solve quadratic equations using basic factoring techniques and the quadratic formula, and find approximate solutions to polynomial equations using technology.
    7. Apply rules of exponents to simplify expressions involving integer and rational exponents, and simplify basic radical expressions.
    8. Graph exponential functions and use properties of logarithms (or technology) to solve exponential equations and applied problems.
    9. Demonstrate solutions to problems and interpret results.

  
  • MATH 093 - Algebra for Precalculus 1



    2 Credits
    This course is the first two credits of a five-credit sequence of courses that comprises Algebra for Precalculus. Covers many topics of MATH 084 in greater depth. Operations on polynomials, algebra functions, symbolic approaches for solving equations, and geometric formulas. Exponential, logarithmic, and quadratic functions. Intended to prepare students for MATH 141. Registration permitted first seven weeks (six in summer) as space is available. MATH 093/094 must all be completed with a 2.0 within a 12-month period.
    Prerequisite MATH 084, MATH 087, or PREP 78 with a minimum grade of 2.0, or appropriate score on the math placement test.
    Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Use multiple representations of functions; graph functions; find domains of functions; use and interpret function notation, difference quotients, and average rate of change; and create mathematical models using functions.
    2. Perform algebraic operations on polynomials; factor polynomials (using grouping, special products, and greatest common factor); and solve polynomial equations and related applied problems.
    3. Perform algebraic operations and simplify rational functions, and simplify complex rational expressions.
    4. Demonstrate solutions to problems and interpret results.
 

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