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| ENG111 | College Composition I | — | 3 credit(s) Students must pass both ENF 3 and ENG 111 when co-enrolled. Keyboarding skills are recommended. Introduces and prepares students to the critical processes and fundamentals of writing in a… source |
| ENG111 | College Composition I | — | 3 credit(s) Students must pass both ENF 3 and ENG 111 when co-enrolled. Keyboarding skills are recommended. Introduces and prepares students to the critical processes and fundamentals of writing in a… source |
| ENG111 | College Composition I | — | 3 credit(s) Students must pass both ENF 3 and ENG 111 when co-enrolled. Keyboarding skills are recommended. Introduces and prepares students to the critical processes and fundamentals of writing in a… source |
| ENG111 | College Composition I | — | 3 credit(s) Students must pass both ENF 3 and ENG 111 when co-enrolled. Keyboarding skills are recommended. Introduces and prepares students to the critical processes and fundamentals of writing in a… source |
| ENG111 | College Composition I | — | 3 credit(s) Students must pass both ENF 3 and ENG 111 when co-enrolled. Keyboarding skills are recommended. Introduces and prepares students to the critical processes and fundamentals of writing in a… source |
| ENG111 | College Composition I | — | 3 credit(s) Students must pass both ENF 3 and ENG 111 when co-enrolled. Keyboarding skills are recommended. Introduces and prepares students to the critical processes and fundamentals of writing in a… source |
| ENG111 | College Composition I | — | 3 credit(s) Students must pass both ENF 3 and ENG 111 when co-enrolled. Keyboarding skills are recommended. Introduces and prepares students to the critical processes and fundamentals of writing in a… source |
| ENG111 | College Composition I | — | 3 credit(s) Students must pass both ENF 3 and ENG 111 when co-enrolled. Keyboarding skills are recommended. Introduces and prepares students to the critical processes and fundamentals of writing in a… source |
| ENG111 | College Composition I | — | 3 credit(s) Students must pass both ENF 3 and ENG 111 when co-enrolled. Keyboarding skills are recommended. Introduces and prepares students to the critical processes and fundamentals of writing in a… source |
| ENG111 | College Composition I | — | 3 credit(s) Students must pass both ENF 3 and ENG 111 when co-enrolled. Keyboarding skills are recommended. Introduces and prepares students to the critical processes and fundamentals of writing in a… source |
| ENG111 | College Composition I | — | 3 credit(s) Students must pass both ENF 3 and ENG 111 when co-enrolled. Keyboarding skills are recommended. Introduces and prepares students to the critical processes and fundamentals of writing in a… source |
| ENG111 | College Composition I | — | 3 credit(s) Students must pass both ENF 3 and ENG 111 when co-enrolled. Keyboarding skills are recommended. Introduces and prepares students to the critical processes and fundamentals of writing in a… source |
| ACC124 | Payroll Accounting | — | 2 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunity: Fundamental Payroll Certification Students are strongly encouraged to complete ACC 211 prior to enrolling in (or during the same semester as) this course.… source |
| ACC198 | Seminar and Project in Accounting | — | 1-5 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational objective and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of… source |
| ACC199 | Supervised Study in Accounting | — | 1-5 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Variable hours. source |
| ACC211 | Principles of Accounting I | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces accounting principles with respect to financial reporting. Demonstrates how decision makers use accounting information for reporting purposes. Focuses on the preparation of acc… source |
| ACC212 | Principles of Accounting II | — | 3 credit(s) Focuses on the application of accounting information with respect to product costing, as well as its use within the organization to provide direction and to judge performance. Lecture 3 h… source |
| ACC215 | Computerized Accounting | — | 3 credit(s) Pre- or Industry Credential Opportunity: QuickBooks Certified User Introduces the computer in solving accounting problems. Focuses on operation of computers. Presents the accounting cycle… source |
| ACC221 | Intermediate Accounting I | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces various accounting approaches and demonstrates the effect of these approaches on the financial statement users. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| ACC222 | Intermediate Accounting II | — | 3 credit(s) Lecture 4 hours per week. source |
| ACC231 | Cost Accounting I | — | 3 credit(s) Includes cost control, profit analysis, and other topics. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| ACC241 | Auditing I | — | 3 credit(s) Pre- or Studies internal control design and evaluation, evidence-gathering techniques and other topics. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| ACC261 | Principles of Federal Taxation I | — | 3 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunity: Federal Taxation - may test and be credentialed as Enrolled Agent with the IRS Presents the study of federal taxation as it relates to individuals and oth… source |
| ACC290 | Coordinated Internship in Accounting | — | 3 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Supervised on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Credit/work ratio 1:5 hours. Variable hours. source |
| ACC297 | Cooperative Education in Accounting | — | 3 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Supervised on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial and service firms coordinated by the Business and Technologies division dean. Is applic… source |
| ACC299 | Supervised Study in Accounting | — | 3 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Variable hours. source |
| ASL101 | Beginning American Sign Language I | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces cultural awareness, comprehension and production skills, and emphasizes basic sentence structure in American Sign Language with a focus on interactive communicative competence.… source |
| ASL102 | Beginning American Sign Language II | — | 4 credit(s) Part II of II. This is a UCGS transfer course. Lecture 4 hours. Total 4 hours per week. source |
| ADJ100 | Survey of Criminal Justice | — | 3 credit(s) Presents an overview of the United States criminal justice system; introduces the major system components-law enforcement, judiciary, and corrections. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| ADJ105 | The Juvenile Justice System | — | 3 credit(s) Presents the evolution, philosophy, structures and processes of the American juvenile delinquency system; surveys the rights of juveniles, dispositional alternatives, rehabilitation metho… source |
| ADJ110 | Introduction to Law Enforcement | — | 3 credit(s) Studies the philosophy and history of law enforcement, presenting an overview of the crime problem and policy response issues. Surveys the jurisdictions and organizations of local, state,… source |
| ADJ116 | Special Enforcement Topics | — | 3 credit(s) Considers contemporary issues, problems, and controversies in modern law enforcement. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| ADJ120 | Introduction to Courts | — | 3 credit(s) Presents an overview of the American judiciary-the federal and 50 state judicial systems-with emphasis on criminal court structures, functions, and personnel; surveys the judicial system… source |
| ADJ133 | Ethics and the Criminal Justice Professional | — | 3 credit(s) Examines ethical dilemmas pertaining to the criminal justice system, including those in policing, courts and corrections. Focuses on some of the specific ethical choices that must be made… source |
| ADJ140 | Introduction to Corrections | — | 3 credit(s) Focuses on societal responses to the offender. Traces the evolution of practices based on philosophies of retribution, deterrence, and rehabilitation. Reviews contemporary correctional ac… source |
| ADJ171 | Forensic Science I | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces student to crime scene technology, procedures for sketching diagramming and using casting materials. Surveys the concepts of forensic chemistry, fingerprint classification/iden… source |
| ADJ172 | Forensic Science II | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces student to crime scene technology, procedures for sketching diagramming and using casting materials. Surveys the concepts of forensic chemistry, fingerprint classification/iden… source |
| ADJ190 | Coordinated Internship in Administration of Justice | — | 1-5 credit(s) Supervised on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio maximum 1:5 hours. Variable hours. source |
| ADJ199 | Supervised Study in Administration of Justice | — | 1-5 credit(s) Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Variable hours. source |
| ADJ201 | Criminology | — | 3 credit(s) Studies current and historical data pertaining to criminal and other deviant behavior. Examines theories that explain crime and criminal behavior in human society. Total 3 hours per week. source |
| ADJ211 | Criminal Law, Evidence and Procedures I | — | 3 credit(s) Teaches the elements of proof for major and common crimes and the legal classification of offenses. Studies the kinds, degrees and admissibility of evidence and its presentation in crimin… source |
| ADJ212 | Criminal Law, Evidence and Procedures II | — | 3 credit(s) Teaches the elements of proof for major and common crimes and the legal classification of offenses. Studies the kinds, degrees and admissibility of evidence and its presentation in crimin… source |
| ADJ228 | Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs | — | 3 credit(s) Surveys the historical and current usage of narcotics and dangerous drugs. Teaches the identification and classification of such drugs and emphasizes the symptoms and effects on their use… source |
| ADJ229 | Community Policing in Modern Society | — | 3 credit(s) Examines the process through which community problems are identified and addressed by police departments in cooperation with the community. Considers current efforts by law enforcement of… source |
| ADJ233 | Multiculturalism in Policing | — | 3 credit(s) Examines the impacts of historical events and social changes on law enforcement. Evaluates the complexity of providing police services to multicultural communities. Develops sensitivity a… source |
| ADJ236 | Principles of Criminal Investigation | — | 3 credit(s) Surveys the fundamentals of criminal investigation procedures and techniques. Examines crime scene search, collecting, handling and preserving of evidence. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| AST101 | Keyboarding I | — | 3 credit(s) Teaches the alpha/numeric keyboard with emphasis on correct techniques, speed, and accuracy. Teaches formatting of basic personal and business correspondence, reports, and tabulation. Lec… source |
| AST102 | Keyboarding II | — | 3 credit(s) Continues skill-building for speed and accuracy. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| AST107 | Editing/Proofreading Skills | — | 3 credit(s) Develops skills essential to creating and editing business documents. Covers grammar, spelling, diction, punctuation, capitalization, and other usage problems. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| AST117 | Keyboarding for Computer Usage | — | 1 credit(s) Teaches the alphabetic keyboard and 10-key pad. Develops correct keying techniques. Lecture 1 hour per week. source |
| AST132 | Word Processing I-Microsoft Word | — | 1 credit(s) Introduces students to a word processing program to create, edit, save, and print documents. Lecture 1 hour per week. source |
| AST133 | Word Processing II-Microsoft Word | — | 1 credit(s) Presents formatting and editing features of a word processing program. Lecture 1 hour per week. source |
| AST134 | Word Processing III-Microsoft Word | — | 1 credit(s) Continues work with formatting features and text enhancements of a word processing program. Lecture 1 hour per week. source |
| AST141 | Word Processing I-Word | — | 3 credit(s) Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| AST142 | Word Processing II-Word | — | 3 credit(s) Teaches advanced software applications. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| AST147 | Presentation Software- PowerPoint | — | AST 147 Presentation Software- PowerPoint AST 147 Presentation Software- PowerPoint 1 credit(s) Introduces presentation options including slides, transparencies, and other forms of presentations. Lec… source |
| AST232 | Microcomputer Office Applications | — | 3 credit(s) Emphasizes document production to meet business and industry standard. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| AST234 | Records and Database Management | — | 3 credit(s) Teaches filing and records management procedures using microcomputer database software. Incorporates both manual and electronic methods for managing information. Lecture 3 hours per week.… source |
| AST236 | Specialized Software Applications | — | 3 credit(s) Emphasizes document production to meet business and industry standards. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| AST243 | Office Administration I | — | 3 credit(s) Emphasizes the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and job performance skills in a business office environment. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| AST244 | Office Administration II | — | 3 credit(s) Emphasizes administrative and supervisory role of the office professional. Includes travel and meeting planning, office budgeting and financial procedures, international issues, and caree… source |
| AST253 | Advanced Desktop Publishing I | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces specific desktop publishing software. Teaches document layout and design, fonts, type styles, style sheets, and graphics. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| AST290 | Coordinated Internship in Administrative Support Technology | — | 1-5 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. On-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio maximum 1:5 hours. Variable hours. source |
| AST297 | Cooperative Education in Administrative Support Technology | — | 1-5 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Supervised on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial and service firms coordinated by the faculty advisor. Is applicable to all occupation… source |
| AST299 | Supervised Study in Administrative Support Technology | — | 1-5 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Variable hours. source |
| AIR121 | Air Conditioning and Refrigeration I | — | 4 credit(s) Studies refrigeration theory, characteristics of refrigerants, temperature, and pressure, tools and equipment, soldering, brazing, refrigeration systems, system components, compressors, e… source |
| AIR122 | Air Conditioning and Refrigeration II | — | 4 credit(s) Studies refrigeration theory, characteristics of refrigerants, temperature, and pressure, tools and equipment, soldering, brazing, refrigeration systems, system components, compressors, e… source |
| AIR126 | Electrical and Control Systems | — | 2 credit(s) Presents trouble-shooting and servicing the electrical components of small refrigeration systems including basic electricity for refrigeration, electrical controls of refrigeration system… source |
| AIR235 | Heat Pumps | — | 3 credit(s) Students are strongly encouraged to complete AIR 121 prior to enrolling in this course. Studies theory and operation of reverse cycle refrigeration systems as applied to air conditioning,… source |
| ARA101 | Beginning Arabic I | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces cultural awareness, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills and emphasizes basic sentence structure. Part I of II. This is a UCGS transfer course. Lecture 4 hours per… source |
| ARC121 | Architectural Drafting I | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces techniques of architectural drafting, including lettering, dimensioning, and symbols. Requires production of plans, sections, and elevations of a simple building. Studies use o… source |
| ARC123 | Architectural Graphics I | — | 3 credit(s) Credit will not be awarded for both ARC 121 and ARC 123. Introduces techniques of architectural communication including orthographic projection and sketching as well as 3-D views and mode… source |
| ART100 | Art Appreciation | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment course only. Introduces art from prehistoric times to the present day. Describes architectural styles, sculpture, photography, printmaking, and painting techniques. Highli… source |
| ART101 | History of Art: Prehistoric to Gothic | — | 3 credit(s) ART 101 is not a Surveys the history and interpretation of architecture, painting and sculpture from the prehistoric era through the Gothic. This is a Passport Transfer course. Lecture 3… source |
| ART102 | History of Art: Renaissance to Modern | — | 3 credit(s) ART 101 is not a Surveys the history and interpretation of architecture, painting and sculpture from the Renaissance through the modern era. This is a Passport Transfer course. Lecture 3… source |
| ART121 | Foundations of Drawing | — | 3 credit(s) Develops basic drawing skills and understanding of visual language through studio instruction/lecture. Introduces concepts such as line, proportion, space, perspective, value and composit… source |
| ART131 | Two-Dimensional Design | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces the elements and principles of design as applied to two-dimensional studio projects. Introduces two-dimensional media, techniques, compositional strategies, and color concepts… source |
| ART132 | Three-Dimensional Design | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces the elements and principles of design as applied to three-dimensional studio projects. Introduces three-dimensional media, techniques, compositional strategies, and color conce… source |
| ART140 | Introduction to Graphic Skills | — | 3 credit(s) Teaches basic studio skills and concepts. Emphasizes concept development and problem solving using traditional art materials and computer techniques. Uses current graphic software applica… source |
| ART215 | History of Modern Art | — | 3 credit(s) Surveys the history of modern architecture, sculpture, painting and graphic arts in representational and non-representational forms. Focuses on the periods and movements that influenced t… source |
| ART223 | Life Drawing | — | 3 credit(s) Advances skills and exploration in drawing through studio practice. Continues investigation of elements and principles of design emphasizing perceptual figure drawing. Introduces a variet… source |
| ART231 | Sculpture I | — | 3 credit(s) Includes clay, plaster, wood, stone, metal, plastics and terra cotta. May include field trips. Lecture 2 hours. Studio instruction 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week. source |
| ART232 | Sculpture II | — | 3 credit(s) Includes clay, plaster, wood, stone, metal, plastics and terra cotta. May include field trips. Lecture 2 hours. Studio instruction 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week. source |
| ART241 | Painting I | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces abstract and representational painting in acrylic and/or oil with emphasis on color, composition, and value. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week. source |
| ART242 | Painting II | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces abstract and representational painting in acrylic and/or oil with emphasis on color, composition, and value. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week. source |
| ART243 | Watercolor I | — | 3 credit(s) Presents abstract and representational painting in watercolor with emphasis on design, color, composition, technique and value. Lecture 2 hours. Studio instruction 3 hours. Total 5 hours… source |
| ART250 | History of Design | — | 3 credit(s) Surveys the development of graphic design and illustration with emphasis on the 19th and 20th centuries. Analyzes the work of outstanding designers and illustrators. Lecture 3 hours per w… source |
| ART283 | Computer Graphics I | — | 3 credit(s) Utilizes microcomputers and software to produce computer graphics. Employs techniques learned to solve studio projects which reinforce instruction and are appropriate for portfolio use. P… source |
| ART284 | Computer Graphics II | — | 3 credit(s) Employs techniques learned to solve studio projects which reinforce instruction and are appropriate for portfolio use. Part II of II. Lecture 2 hours. Studio instruction 3 hours. Total 5… source |
| AUT101 | Introduction to Automotive Systems | — | 4 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunities: Precision Measurement 1, 2, 3 Torque Mechanical Shop Key Pro Level 1 This course is a Introduces fundamental systems of automobile, the engine, fuel, ex… source |
| AUT111 | Automotive Engines I | — | 3 credit(s) Pre- or Industry Credential Opportunities: Precision Measurement 4, 5, 6 Torque Electrical Presents analysis of power, cylinder condition, valves and bearings in the automotive engine to… source |
| AUT112 | Automotive Engines II | — | 3 credit(s) Pre- or Presents analysis of power, cylinder condition, valves and bearings in the automotive engine to establish the present condition, repairs or adjustments. Part II of II. Lecture 2 h… source |
| AUT126 | Auto Fuel and Ignition Systems | — | 5 credit(s) Pre- or Industry Credential Opportunities: Verus Edge Navigation Solus Edge Navigation Studies automotive ignition and fuel systems, their functions in operation of engine. Includes carbu… source |
| AUT136 | Automotive Vehicle Inspection | — | 2 credit(s) Pre- or Presents information on methods for performing automotive vehicle safety inspection. NOTE: This course includes a course fee. These fees ensure this program has the equipment, sup… source |
| AUT215 | Emissions Systems Diagnosis and Repair | — | 2 credit(s) Pre- or This course is a Presents logical diagnostic paths to identify vehicle HC-CO failure areas. Teaches a progression of failure detection from most likely to more complex causes. Emp… source |
| AUT216 | High Efficiency Fuel Systems | — | 5 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunities : Advanced Diagnostics Shop Key Pro Level 2 Presents a study of high efficiency fuel systems and related emission control systems. Lecture 4 hours. Labor… source |
| AUT233 | Hybrid Electric Vehicle Technology | — | 4 credit(s) Presents technologies used in hybrid electrical vehicles (HEV), includes safety, theory, diagnosis, and component replacement. Covers automotive electronics; theory, operation and testing… source |
| AUT235 | Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning | — | 3 credit(s) Pre- or Studies separate and combined automotive heaters and air conditioners including direct and vacuum operated controls, basic principles of refrigeration, adjustment, general servici… source |
| AUT241 | Automotive Electricity I | — | 4 credit(s) Pre- or Industry Credential Opportunities: 504 Meter Certification 525 Meter Certification 596 Meter Certification Battery Charging Battery Maintenance Battery Starting and Charging This… source |
| AUT242 | Automotive Electricity II | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces electricity and magnetism, symbols and circuitry as applied to the alternators, regulators, starters, lighting systems, instruments and gauges. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 ho… source |
| AUT251 | Automatic Transmissions | — | 4 credit(s) Pre- or Studies several types of automatic transmissions, torque converters, and their principles of operation. Includes adjustment, maintenance, and rebuilding. Lecture 2 hours. Laborato… source |
| AUT252 | Automotive Drivetrains | — | 5 credit(s) Presents the operation, design, diagnosis, and repair of manual, automatic transmissions, and final drive systems, for both front and rear drive vehicles. Covers clutches, synchronizers,… source |
| AUT265 | Automotive Braking Systems | — | 4 credit(s) Pre- or Industry Credential Opportunity : Pro Cut On Car Brake Lathe Presents operation, design, construction, repair and servicing of braking system. Explains uses of tools and test equi… source |
| AUT266 | Auto Alignment, Suspension and Steering | — | 4 credit(s) Pre- or Introduces use of alignment equipment in diagnosing, adjusting, and repairing front and rear suspensions. Deals with repair and servicing of power and standard steering systems. N… source |
| ARO121 | Private Pilot Ground School | — | 3 credit(s) Prepares students for the FAA examination for private pilot rating. Presents the fundamental principles of flight including theory of flight, aircraft standards and specifications, basic… source |
| BIO101 | General Biology I | — | 4 credit(s) Focuses on biological processes with a chemical foundation, including macromolecules, cellular structure, metabolism, and genetics in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts o… source |
| BIO102 | General Biology II | — | 4 credit(s) Focuses on biological processes with a chemical foundation, including macromolecules, cellular structure, metabolism, and genetics in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts o… source |
| BIO141 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | — | 4 credit(s) Nursing students: This course must have been completed within 10 years prior to acceptance to the nursing program. Presents the study of anatomy & physiology including anatomical terminol… source |
| BIO142 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | — | 4 credit(s) Nursing students: This course must have been completed within 10 years prior to acceptance to the nursing program. Continues study of anatomy and physiology including endocrine system, bl… source |
| BIO145 | Basic Human Anatomy and Physiology | — | 4 credit(s) Surveys human anatomy and physiology. Covers basic chemical concepts, cellular physiology, anatomy, and physiology of human organ systems. Assignments require college-level reading fluenc… source |
| BIO146 | Human Heredity | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment course only. Surveys basic principles of classical and molecular genetics as applied to humans. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| BIO150 | Microbiology for Health Science | — | 4 credit(s) Focuses on the general characteristics, cellular structure, and metabolism of microorganisms. Emphasizes microbial relationships with individual and community health. Includes impact of m… source |
| BIO220 | Immunology | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment course only. Provides an introduction to immune organs and tissues as well as a more in-depth analysis of immune function at the cellular and molecular level. Combines con… source |
| BIO253 | Biotechnology Concepts | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment course only. Emphasizes the application of biotechnology to medicine, agriculture, environmental science, and forensics. Includes discussion of the business, regulatory/le… source |
| BIO285 | Biological Problems in Contemporary Society | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment course only. Discusses major biological problems facing society which may include environmental and health concerns such as pollution, bioengineering, drug abuse, conserva… source |
| BLD110 | Introduction to Construction | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment course only. Covers basic knowledge and requirements needed in the construction trades. Introduces use of tools and equipment, with emphasis on construction safety, includ… source |
| BLD125 | Introduction to Carpentry Trades | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment course only. NOTE: This course includes a course fee. These fees ensure this program has the equipment, supplies, and materials needed to provide students with quality edu… source |
| BLD126 | Basic Carpentry Principles | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment course only. NOTE: This course includes a course fee. These fees ensure this program has the equipment, supplies, and materials needed to provide students with quality edu… source |
| BLD135 | Building Construction Carpentry | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment course only Presents woodworking technologies in carpentry. Introduces types of framing and building materials and equipment used in residential and light commercial const… source |
| BUS100 | Introduction to Business | — | 3 credit(s) Exposes students to the functions and topics of modern business, including economics, management, finance, accounting, marketing, production, international business, small business, and o… source |
| BUS200 | Principles of Management | — | 3 credit(s) Teaches management and the management functions of planning, organizing, directing, and controlling. Focuses on application of management principles to realistic situations managers encou… source |
| BUS201 | Organizational Behavior | — | 3 credit(s) Presents a behaviorally oriented course combining the functions of management with the psychology of leading and managing people. Focuses on the effective use of human resources through u… source |
| BUS205 | Human Resource Management | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces employment, selection, and placement of personnel, forecasting, job analysis, job descriptions, training methods and programs, employee evaluation systems, compensation, benefi… source |
| BUS224 | Business Statistics | — | 3 credit(s) Includes data presentation; descriptive statistics; basic probability concepts; discrete and continuous probability distributions; decision theory; estimation and sampling distributions;… source |
| BUS226 | Computer Business Applications | — | 3 credit(s) Provides a practical application of software packages, including spreadsheets, word processing, database management, and presentation graphics. Includes the use of programs in accounting… source |
| BUS227 | Business Analytics | — | 3 credit(s) Includes overview of quantitative methods in business decision-making, simple and multiple regression and correlation analysis, time series analysis and business forecasting, decision ana… source |
| BUS240 | Introduction to Business Law | — | 3 credit(s) Provides an introduction to the American legal system and the use of law to achieve economic and social goals. Highlights ethical principles and legal reasoning underlying the rights and… source |
| BUS265 | Ethical Issues in Management | — | 3 credit(s) Examines the legal, ethical, and social responsibilities of management. May use cases to develop the ability to think and act responsibly. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| BUS270 | Interpersonal Dynamics | — | 3 credit(s) Focuses on intra- and interpersonal communication effectiveness in the business organization. Includes topics such as planning and running effective meetings, networking and politicking,… source |
| BUS274 | Foundations of Entrepreneurship | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces students to the principles of entrepreneurship, covering business models, responsibilities, and successful practices. BUS 274 serves both transfer and CTE programs. Total 3 hou… source |
| BUS280 | Introduction to International Business | — | 3 credit(s) Examines the functions of international business in the economy, international and transnational marketing, production, and financial operations. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| BUS290 | Coordinated Internship in Business Management | — | 1-5 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. V… source |
| BUS297 | Cooperative Education in Business Management | — | 1-5 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Supervised on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial and service firms coordinated by the Business and Technologies division dean. Is appl… source |
| CHM111 | General Chemistry I | — | 4 credit(s) Explores the fundamental laws, theories, and mathematical concepts of chemistry. Designed primarily for science and engineering majors. Requires a strong background in mathematics. Studen… source |
| CHM112 | General Chemistry II | — | 4 credit(s) Designed primarily for science and engineering majors. Requires a strong background in mathematics. Students must earn a grade of “C” or higher in the lecture portion of the course to ear… source |
| CHM241 | Organic Chemistry I | — | 3 credit(s) Emphasizes reaction mechanisms. Part I of II. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| CHM242 | Organic Chemistry II | — | 3 credit(s) Emphasizes reaction mechanisms. Part II of II. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| CHM245 | Organic Chemistry I Laboratory | — | 2 credit(s) Covers the general techniques, organic synthesis, and the use of common spectroscopic instrumentation; synthesizing a variety of compounds; and analyzing the products through physical pro… source |
| CHM246 | Organic Chemistry II Laboratory | — | 2 credit(s) Covers the general techniques, organic synthesis, and the use of common spectroscopic instrumentation; synthesizing a variety of compounds; and analyzing the products through physical pro… source |
| CHM260 | Introductory Biochemistry | — | 3 credit(s) Includes study of macromolecules, metabolic pathways, and biochemical genetics. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| CHD118 | Language Arts for Young Children | — | 3 credit(s) Students in this class should have functional literacy in the English language and read on a 12th grade level. Emphasizes the early development of children’s language and literacy skills.… source |
| CHD120 | Introduction to Early Childhood Education | — | 3 credit(s) Functional literacy in the English language; reading at the 12th grade level. Students majoring in Early Childhood are strongly encouraged to complete this course prior to enrolling in an… source |
| CHD125 | Creative Activities for Children | — | 3 credit(s) Students are strongly encouraged to complete CHD 120 prior to enrolling in this course. Prepares individuals to work with young children in the arts and other creative age-appropriate act… source |
| CHD145 | Teaching Art, Music, and Movement to Children | — | 3 credit(s) Focuses on children’s exploration, play, and creative expression in the areas of art, music, and movement. Emphasis will be on developing strategies for using various open-ended media rep… source |
| CHD146 | Math, Science, and Social Studies for Children | — | 3 credit(s) Provides experiences in content, methods, and materials for the development of math, science, and social studies skills in children. Emphasis will be on developing strategies for using va… source |
| CHD164 | Working with Infants and Toddlers in Inclusive Settings | — | 3 credit(s) Examines developmental and behavioral principles and practices and how these provide the most developmentally suitable curriculum and learning environment for very young children. Include… source |
| CHD165 | Observation and Participation in Early Childhood/Primary Settings | — | 3 credit(s) Pre- or Focuses on observation as the primary method for gathering information about children in early childhood settings. Emphasizes development of skills in the implementation of a rang… source |
| CHD166 | Infant and Toddler Programs | — | 3 credit(s) Students in this class should have functional literacy in the English language and read on a 12th grade level. Examines the care and education of infants and toddlers from birth to 36 mon… 3 hr source |
| CHD205 | Guiding the Behavior of Children | — | 3 credit(s) Students in this class should have functional literacy in the English language and read on a 12th grade level. Emphasizes social development and guidance. Presents practices that are resp… source |
| CHD210 | Introduction to Exceptional Children | — | 3 credit(s) Students in this class should have functional literacy in the English language and read on a 12th grade level. Reviews the history of and legal requirements for providing intervention and… source |
| CHD216 | Early Learning, Family, Community and Social Change | — | 3 credit(s) Explores methods of developing positive, effective partnerships with families to enhance their developmental goals for children. Describes risk and protective factors and identifies commu… source |
| CHD265 | Advanced Observation and Participation in Early Childhood/Primary Settings | — | 3 credit(s) Pre- or Focuses on implementation of activity planning and observation of children through participation in early childhood settings. Emphasizes responsive teaching practices and assessme… source |
| CHD270 | Administration of Childcare Programs | — | 3 credit(s) Students are strongly encouraged to complete CHD 120 and CHD 125 prior to enrolling in this course. Examines the skills needed for establishing and managing early childhood programs. Emph… source |
| CHI101 | Beginning Chinese I | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces cultural awareness, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills and emphasizes basic sentence structure. This is a UCGS transfer course. Lecture 4 hours per week. source |
| CHI102 | Beginning Chinese II | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces understanding, speaking, reading, and writing skills; emphasizes basic Chinese sentence structure. This is a UCGS transfer course. Lecture 4 hours per week. source |
| CST100 | Principles of Public Speaking | — | 3 credit(s) Applies theory and principles of public address with an emphasis on preparation and on the extemporaneous method of delivery. The assignments in the course require college-level reading a… source |
| CST130 | Introduction to the Theatre | — | 3 credit(s) Surveys the principles of drama, the development of theatre production, and selected plays to acquaint the student with various types of theatrical presentations. This is a Passport and U… source |
| CST137 | Oral Interpretation | — | 3 credit(s) Studies the theory of practice of performing various types of literature: prose, poetry, and drama. Emphasizes the relationship among the oral interpreter, the literary work, and the audi… source |
| CAD111 | Technical Drafting I | — | 3 credit(s) Credit will not be awarded for both CAD 111 and DRF 111. Introduces technical drafting from the fundamentals through advanced drafting practices. Teaches lettering, metric construction, t… source |
| CAD120 | Introduction to Graphic Representation | — | 3 credit(s) Credit will not be awarded for both CAD 120 and DRF 120. Teaches use of instruments, lettering, sketching, and drawing conventions. Emphasizes legible drawings and the value of presentati… source |
| CAD127 | Introduction to Geometric Dimensions and Tolerancing | — | 1 credit(s) Credit will not be awarded for both CAD 127 and DRF 127. Presents an overview of a positional tolerance system, its relationship to coordinate tolerance systems, and other aspects of indu… source |
| CAD135 | Electrical/Electronic Blueprint Reading | — | 2 credit(s) Presents an interpretation of basic shop drawings, conventional symbols, terminology, and principles used by the mechanical draftsman. Explains common electrical and electronic symbols, w… source |
| CAD140 | Technical Drawing | 151 | 3 credit(s) Enhances the principles learned that are related directly to the field of drafting and design. Gives a more in-depth exposure to detail and working drawings, dimensioning, tolerancing and… 151 cr · 151 hr source |
| CAD151 | Engineering Drawing Fundamentals I | — | 3 credit(s) Engineering Design Technology and Advanced Manufacturing Technology students: CAD 151 is recommended as a first semester class. Credit will not be awarded for both CAD 151 and DRF 151. In… source |
| CAD152 | Engineering Drawing Fundamentals II | — | 3 credit(s) Credit will not be awarded for both CAD 152 and DRF 152. Introduces technical drafting from the fundamentals through advanced drafting practices. Includes lettering, geometric constructio… source |
| CAD197 | Cooperative Education in Computer Aided Drafting and Design | — | 1-5 credit(s) Provides on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial and service firms. Applies to all career-technical curricula at the discretion of the college. Credit/work ratio no… source |
| CAD198 | Seminar and Project in Engineering Design Technology | — | 3 credit(s) Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational objective and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of career opportunities in the f… source |
| CAD199 | Supervised Study in Engineering Design Technology | — | 1-5 credit(s) Assigns problems for independent study outside the normal classroom setting under the guidance and direction of an instructor. Incorporates prior experience and instruction in the disci… source |
| CAD202 | Computer Aided Drafting and Design II | — | 3 credit(s) This course uses AUTOCAD and Inventor software applications. Credit will not be awarded for both CAD 202 and DRF 202. Teaches production drawings and advanced operations in computer aided… source |
| CAD203 | Computer Aided Drafting and Design III | 202 | 3 credit(s) Teaches advanced CAD applications. Includes customization and/or use of advanced software. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week. 202 cr · 202 hr source |
| CAD211 | Advanced Technical Drafting I | — | 3 credit(s) Credit will not be awarded for both CAD 211 and DRF 211. Teaches use of drafting equipment and applications, emphasizing knowledge and skill required for industrial drawing. Includes pipi… source |
| CAD212 | Advanced Technical Drafting II | — | 3 credit(s) (Credit will not be awarded for both CAD 212 and DRF 212.) Teaches concepts of sheet metal fabrication including radii, fillets and tolerances, electrical and electronics symbols and draw… source |
| CAD231 | Computer Aided Drafting I | — | 2 credit(s) Credit will not be awarded for both CAD 231 and DRF 231. Teaches computer aided drafting concepts and equipment designed to develop a general understanding of components and operate a typ… source |
| CAD241 | Parametric Solid Modeling I | 152 | 3 credit(s) Focuses on teaching students the design of parts by parametric solid modeling. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, sketch profiles; geometric and dimensional constraints; 3-D… 152 cr · 152 hr source |
| CAD242 | Parametric Solid Modeling II | 152 | 3 credit(s) Focuses on teaching students the design of parts by parametric solid modeling. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, sketch profiles; geometric and dimensional constraints; 3-D… 152 cr · 152 hr source |
| CAD280 | Design Capstone Project | 241 | 3 credit(s) Focuses on design projects developed in independently and in consultation with the instructor. Topics covered but not limited to parametric modeling, civil, mechanical piping, architectur… 241 cr · 241 hr source |
| CAD297 | Cooperative Education in Engineering Design Technology | — | 1-5 credit(s) Provides on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial and service firms. Applies to all career-technical curricula at the discretion of the college. Credit/work ratio no… source |
| CAD298 | Seminar and Project in Engineering Design Technology | — | 2 credit(s) Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational objective and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of career opportunities in the f… source |
| CAD299 | Supervised Study in Engineering Design Technology | — | 1-5 credit(s) Assigns problems for independent study outside the normal classroom setting under the guidance and direction of an instructor. Incorporates prior experience and instruction in the disci… source |
| CSC110 | Principles of Computer Science | — | 3 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunity: AI-900 - Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals Course Delivery Options: Online Semesters: Fall and Summer Provides a broad introduction to the field of computer… source |
| CSC205 | Computer Organization | — | 3 credit(s) Focuses on multi-level machine organization. Uses a simple assembler language to complete programming projects. Includes processors, instruction, execution, addressing techniques, data re… source |
| CSC208 | Introduction to Discrete Structures | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces discrete mathematics concepts in relation to computer science. Applies the use of Boolean algebra, analysis of algorithms such as logic, sets and functions, recursive algorithm… source |
| CSC215 | Computer Systems | — | 3 credit(s) Explores the representation of instructions and data, memory organization/structure, structure of a CPU, programming hierarchy and operating system interactions. Lecture 3 hours. Total 3… source |
| CSC221 | Introduction to Problem Solving and Programming | — | 3 credit(s) Course Delivery Options: In-person, online Semesters: Fall, Spring, Summer Additional Notes: Covers Python programming using Visual Studio Code. Emphasis on troubleshooting, terminal comm… source |
| CSC222 | Object-Oriented Programming | — | 4 credit(s) Course Delivery Options: In-person, online Semesters: Fall, Spring Additional Notes: Focus on Java programming using IntelliJ IDEA. Emphasizes object-oriented concepts including encapsula… source |
| CSC223 | Data Structures and Analysis of Algorithms | — | 4 credit(s) Investigates implementations of different data structures for efficient searching, sorting, and other transformer operations. Third course in a three-course sequence ( CSC 221 , CSC 222 ,… source |
| DSL111 | Introduction to Diesel Engine | — | 2 credit(s) Studies the modern diesel engine, including its fuel, cooling, induction, and exhaust systems. Covers construction, fabrication, maintenance, tune-up, and minor repair and adjustment. Lec… source |
| ECO150 | Economic Essentials: Theory and Application | — | 3 credit(s) Presents a broad overview of microeconomic and macroeconomic theory with application to current economic situations. Introduces concepts, policies, and theories in addition to models of d… source |
| ECO201 | Principles of Macroeconomics | — | 3 credit(s) Note: Students with an intended major at Virginia Tech in Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise may choose PSY 200 as an alternative to ECO 201. Presents the fundamental macroeconomic conce… source |
| ECO202 | Principles of Microeconomics | — | 3 credit(s) Note: Students with an intended major at Virginia Tech in Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise may choose PSY 216 , PSY 230 or SOC 200 as an alternative to ECO 202. Presents the fundamenta… source |
| EDU156 | Single Parent Families | — | 3 credit(s) Discusses issues surrounding single-parent families and the causal factor including separation, divorce, death, and teenage pregnancies. Explores the effects on both the parent and the ch… source |
| EDU198 | Seminar and Project in Education | — | 1 credit(s) Dual Enrollment only May be repeated for credit. Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational source |
| EDU200 | Foundations of Education | — | 3 credit(s) Successful completion of 24 credits of transfer courses or departmental approval for students accepted into Virginia’s Teachers for Tomorrow program. Explores the foundational topics rela… source |
| EDU204 | Teaching in a Diverse Society | — | 3 credit(s) Develops an understanding of similar and unique characteristics of PreK-12 students and their families, including culture, race, ethnicity, religion, language and learning abilities, gend… source |
| EDU206 | Classroom and Behavioral Management | — | 3 credit(s) Emphasizes methods for managing the diverse needs of students in order to promote a positive learning environment. Addresses how to establish and communicate expectations for effective in… source |
| EDU207 | Human Growth and Development | — | 3 credit(s) Provides an overview of the physical, intellectual, cognitive, language, social, and emotional development of human beings from birth to death, with a focus on birth to adolescence. Empha… source |
| EDU235 | Health, Safety, and Nutrition Education | — | 3 credit(s) Focuses on the health, safety, and nutritional needs of children and developmentally appropriate methods to meet these needs. Emphasizes children’s well-being through mindful practices th… source |
| EDU250 | Foundations of Exceptional Education | — | 3 credit(s) Includes the study of characteristics of individuals with exceptionalities and the influence of culture and environment on development. Focuses on models, theories, and trends in special… source |
| EDU280 | Introduction to Instructional Technologies | — | 3 credit(s) Explores the connections between types of technologies, technology standards, types of learners, and instructional practices. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| EDU287 | Instructional Design for Online Learning | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment Only Prepares educators to design online courses that encourage active learning and student participation. Focuses on instructional design practices including the developm… source |
| ELE111 | Home Electric Power I | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment courses only. Teaches fundamentals of residential power distribution, circuits, enclosures, protective devices, transformers. Studies various charts and tables of the nati… source |
| ELE112 | Home Electric Power II | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment courses only. Teaches fundamentals of residential power distribution, circuits, enclosures, protective devices, transformers. Studies various charts and tables of the nati… source |
| ELE113 | Electricity I | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment courses only. Teaches principles of electricity covering fundamentals, devices and components in both DC and AC circuits. Part I of II. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| ELE114 | Electricity II | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment courses only. Teaches principles of electricity covering fundamentals, devices and components in both DC and AC circuits. Part II of II. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| ELE138 | National Electrical Code Review I | — | 2 credit(s) Prepares the student to take the journeyman level exam. Covers purpose and interpretation of the National Electrical Code as well as various charts, code rulings and wiring methods. Prepa… source |
| ELE148 | Power Distribution Systems | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces transmission and distribution of electrical power. Includes application of transformers, distribution and over-current protection devices, substations, switchboards, feeders, b… source |
| ELE149 | Wiring Methods in Industry | — | 3 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunities: PMMI Industrial Electricity 1 NIMS Duty Area 5: Electrical Systems Studies the fundamentals of industrial power distribution, circuits, switches, enclos… source |
| ELE158 | Surface Mount Soldering | — | 1 credit(s) Emphasizes high reliability soldering concepts and soldering standards as applied to surface mount soldering and rework, covering identification, installation and removal of components, u… source |
| ELE176 | Introduction to Alternative Energy Including Hybrid Systems | — | 3 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunity: Alternative Energy Certification Introduces Alternative Energy with an emphasis on solar photovoltaic systems, small wind turbines technology, the theory… source |
| ELE177 | Photovoltaic Energy Systems | — | 4 credit(s) Teaches techniques for conduct site surveys, installing system components, installing inverters and performing system sizing and system maintenance. Introduces different battery configura… source |
| ELE211 | Electrical Machines I | — | 3 credit(s) Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week. source |
| ELE212 | Electrical Machines II | — | 4 credit(s) Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week. source |
| ELE216 | Industrial Electricity | — | 3 credit(s) Studies rotating devices, single phase and polyphase distribution, magnetic devices, circuits and systems for industrial applications. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours p… source |
| ELE217 | Electric Power Utilities | — | 2 credit(s) Provides an introduction to the electric power utilities field. Examines the generation, transmission and distribution of electrical energy. Lecture 2 hours per week. source |
| ELE233 | Programmable Logic Controller Systems I | — | 4 credit(s) Covers analog and digital interfacing and communication schemes as they apply to system. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week. source |
| ELE239 | Programmable Controllers | — | 3 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunity: Siemens Automation Fundamentals Examines installation, programming, interfacing, and concepts of troubleshooting programmable controllers. Lecture 2 hours… source |
| ELE246 | Industrial Robotics Programming | — | 3 credit(s) This course is cross-listed with IND 246. Credit will not be awarded for both. Introduces industrial robotics and their programming for repetitive manufacturing systems. Includes the desi… source |
| ELE297 | Cooperative Education in Electrical Technology | — | 1-5 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Supervised on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial and service firms coordinated by the division chair. Is applicable to all occupationa… source |
| ELE298 | Seminar and Project in Electrical Technology | — | 1 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational source |
| ETR113 | D.C. & A.C. Fundamentals I | — | 3 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunities: 504 Meter Certification 525 Meter Certification 596 Meter Certification Studies D.C. and A.C. circuits, basic electrical components, instruments, networ… source |
| ETR114 | D.C. & A.C. Fundamentals II | — | 3 credit(s) C. and A.C. circuits, basic electrical components, instruments, network theorems, and techniques used to predict, analyze and measure electrical quantities. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3… source |
| ETR167 | Logic Circuits and Systems | — | 3 credit(s) Includes concepts of fundamental microprocessor operation and interface circuitry. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week. source |
| ETR180 | Industrial Ethernet Networking | — | 3 credit(s) Examines the theory and implementation of digital and communications systems. Features OSI model and plant floor networks. May include optical, wireless, satellite and other communication… source |
| ETR197 | Cooperative Education in Electronics Technology | — | 1-5 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Supervised in on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial and service firms coordinated by the dean. Is applicable to all occupational-techn… source |
| ETR199 | Supervised Study in Electronics Technology | — | 1-5 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Variable hours. source |
| ETR203 | Electronic Devices I | — | 3 credit(s) Students are strongly encouraged to have knowledge of D.C./A.C. theory. Studies active devices and circuits such as diodes, power supplies, transistors, amplifiers, and other devices. Lec… source |
| ETR231 | Principles of Lasers and Fiber Optics I | — | 4 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunities: 504 Meter Certification 525 Meter Certification 596 Meter Certification Teaches the theory and application of lasers and fiber optics. Includes optics,… source |
| ETR241 | Electronic Communications I | — | 3 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunities: 504 Meter Certification 525 Meter Certification 596 Meter Certification Studies noise, information and band width, modulation and demodulation, transmit… source |
| ETR297 | Cooperative Education in Electronics Technology | — | 1-5 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Supervised in on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial and service firms coordinated by the dean. Is applicable to all occupational-techn… source |
| ETR298 | Seminar and Project in Electronics Technology | — | 1 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational courses and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of car… source |
| ETR299 | Supervised Study in Electronics Technology | — | 1-5 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Variable hours. source |
| EMS100 | CPR for Healthcare Providers | — | 1 credit(s) Provides instruction in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation that meets current Emergency Cardiac Care (ECC) guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation education for Healthcare Providers. Equi… source |
| EMS111 | Emergency Medical Technician | — | 7 credit(s) Prepares students for certification as a Virginia and National Registry EMT. Focuses on all aspects of pre-hospital basic life support as defined by the Virginia Office of Emergency Medic… source |
| EMS120 | Emergency Medical Technician - Clinical | — | 1 credit(s) Provides supervised direct patient contact introducing the student to the assessment and emergency care of sick and injured patients. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week. source |
| EMS123 | EMS Clinical Preparation | — | 1 credit(s) Introduces the student to local clinical agencies and prepares the student for clinical activities above the level of EMT. Includes Laboratory 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week. source |
| EMS163 | Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) | — | 1 credit(s) Lecture 1 hour. Total 1 hour per week. source |
| EMS164 | Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) | — | 1 credit(s) Covers current topics of care for adult patients suffering extensive medical conditions and emergencies, and offers certification as an Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) as defined by… source |
| EMS165 | Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) | — | 1 credit(s) Follows course as defined by the American Heart Association. Lecture 1 hour. Total 1 hour per week. source |
| EMS167 | Emergency Pediatric Care (EPC) | — | 1 credit(s) Provides a unique approach to pediatric medical care, offering assessment techniques that can EMS practitioners rapidly and accurately assess pediatric patients to determine which situati… source |
| EMS170 | ALS Internship I | — | 1 credit(s) Begins the first in a series of clinical experiences providing supervised direct patient contact in appropriate patient care facilities in and out of hospitals. Includes but not limited t… source |
| EMS180 | Advanced EMS Foundations | — | 1 credit(s) Introduces fundamental concepts established by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) for the Advanced EMT curriculum. Includes EMS systems, introduction to r… source |
| EMS181 | Advanced Airway and Shock Management | — | 1 credit(s) Provides students with a fundamental knowledge of the Cardiopulmonary system, including its assessment and management of shock. Covers cardiac arrest and post-arrest management. Lecture 1… source |
| EMS182 | Advanced Airway and Shock Management Lab | — | 1 credit(s) Provides students with specific skills related to airway, resuscitation and shock management. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week. source |
| EMS183 | Advanced Medical Care | — | 2 credit(s) Lecture 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week. source |
| EMS184 | Advanced Medical Care Laboratory | — | 1 credit(s) Laboratory 2 hours Total 2 hours per week. source |
| EMS185 | Advanced Trauma Care | — | 2 credit(s) Lecture 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week. source |
| EMS186 | Advanced Trauma Care Laboratory | — | 1 credit(s) Laboratory 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week. source |
| EMS210 | EMS Operations | — | 1 credit(s) Focuses on matters related to Emergency Medical Services (EMS) operations, incident and scene safety and awareness, triage, multiple and mass casualty incident operations and medical inci… source |
| EMS212 | Leadership and Professional Development | — | 1 credit(s) Focuses on the development of leadership within the field of Emergency Medical Services (EMS), topics include civic engagement, personal wellness, resource management, ethical considerati… source |
| EMS216 | Paramedic Review | — | 1 credit(s) Provides the student with intensive review for the practical and written portions of the National Registry Paramedic exam. May be repeated once, for credit. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 2 ho… source |
| EMS221 | Paramedic Cardiovascular Care | — | 3 credit(s) Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week. source |
| EMS222 | Paramedic Cardiovascular Care Laboratory | — | 1 credit(s) Develops competency in basic dysrhythmia recognition and overall cardiac patient care. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week. source |
| EMS223 | Paramedic Patient Care I | — | 3 credit(s) Covers the breadth of medical and trauma conditions as outlined by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) for Paramedics. Part I of II. Lecture 3 hours. Total… source |
| EMS224 | Paramedic Patient Care I Laboratory | — | 1 credit(s) Covers the skills related to the breadth of medical and trauma conditions as outlined by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) for Paramedics. Part I of II.… source |
| EMS225 | Paramedic Patient Care II | — | 5 credit(s) Covers the depth of medical and trauma conditions as outlined by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) for Paramedics. Part II of II. Lecture 5 hours. Total… source |
| EMS226 | Paramedic Patient Care Laboratory II | — | 2 credit(s) Covers the skills related to the depth of medical and trauma conditions as outlined by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) for Paramedics. Part II of II. L… source |
| EMS241 | Paramedic Internship I | — | 2 credit(s) Introduces students to live patient assessment and management in the clinical and field setting. Begins a continuum of learning involving live patients that leads to entry-level competenc… source |
| EMS246 | Paramedic Internship II | — | 2 credit(s) Introduces students to live patient assessment and management in the clinical and field set. Continues the learning experience with live patients that leads to entry-level competence at t… source |
| EMS249 | Paramedic Capstone Internship | — | 2 credit(s) Provides summative evaluation of the Paramedic student in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 6 hours per week. source |
| EGR121 | Foundations of Engineering | — | 2 credit(s) Introduces the engineering profession and its impact on society and the environment, including engineering problem solving, the engineering design process, and professional practices. Cov… source |
| EGR122 | Engineering Design | — | 3 credit(s) Applies engineering methods to a semester-long team design project with an emphasis on engineering software involving 2D and 3D computer aided design; data modeling and analysis; and iter… source |
| EGR125 | Introduction to Computer Programming for Engineers | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces problem solving and implementation of computer software solutions using a high-level programming language in a structured environment. Includes concepts and practice of algorit… source |
| EGR206 | Engineering Economics | — | 3 credit(s) Presents economic analysis of engineering alternatives. Studies economic and cost concepts, calculation of economic equivalence, comparison of alternatives, replacement economy, economic… source |
| EGR231 | Mass Energy Balances | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces the field of chemical engineering and how material and energy balances are applied to chemical processes, and physical and thermodynamic properties of multi-component systems.… source |
| EGR232 | Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces the first and second laws of thermodynamics. Examines energy conservation; concepts of equilibrium, temperature, energy, and entropy; partial molar properties; pure component a… source |
| EGR240 | Statics | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces basic concepts of engineering mechanics, systems of forces and couples, equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies, and internal forces and analysis of structures, including SI… source |
| EGR245 | Dynamics | — | 3 credit(s) Presents approach to kinematics and kinetics of particles (and systems of particles) in linear and curvilinear motion. Includes kinematics and kinetics of rigid bodies in plane motion. Te… source |
| EGR246 | Mechanics of Materials | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces concepts of stress, strain, deformation, internal equilibrium, and basic properties of engineering materials. Analyzes axial loads, torsion, bending, shear and combined loading… source |
| EGR270 | Fundamentals of Computer Engineering | — | 4 credit(s) Includes digital logic, Boolean algebra, combinational and sequential circuits, hierarchical design, and introduction to computer organization and assembly language. Features in laborator… source |
| EGR271 | Electric Circuits | — | 4 credit(s) Teaches resistive circuit analysis methods, including network theorems. Features operational amplifiers, capacitors, inductors, resistor-capacitor (RC), resistor-inductor (RL) and resista… source |
| EGR272 | Electric Circuits II | — | 4 credit(s) Examines Laplace circuit analysis and transfer functions, AC power analysis, nonlinear diode models, and technical writing. Includes laboratory analysis and open-ended design project. Par… source |
| ENG108 | Critical Reading and Study Skills | — | 3 credit(s) s students improve their reading and learning processes. Includes advanced comprehension strategies and study skills such as time management, note-taking, studying from textbooks and othe… source |
| ENG112 | College Composition II | — | 3 credit(s) Requires students to evaluate, integrate, and document print and digital sources to produce a range of academic and multimodal texts, culminating in a fully documented research paper. Thi… source |
| ENG115 | Technical Writing | — | 3 credit(s) This general education course is not designed to transfer to a 4-year university. Develops ability in technical writing through extensive practice in composing technical reports and other… source |
| ENG116 | Writing for Business | — | 3 credit(s) Develops ability in business writing through extensive practice in composing business correspondence and other documents. Guides students in achieving voice, tone, style, and content appr… source |
| ENG211 | Creative Writing | — | 3 credit(s) Examines terminology and techniques through readings about the craft of creative writing and model texts and provides students the opportunity to apply these techniques in their own writi… source |
| ENG212 | Creative Writing II | — | 3 credit(s) Students write in forms to be selected from poetry, fiction, drama, and essays. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| ENG225 | Reading Literature: Culture and Ideas | — | 3 credit(s) Examines a set of literary texts linked by a particular theme, with inquiry into the historical, cultural, and/or social contexts of the texts and the theme. Emphasizes interpretive and c… source |
| ENG245 | British Literature | — | 3 credit(s) Examines British literary traditions and texts from diverse time periods, genres, and authors. Develops critical thinking and interpretive skills through close reading, discussion, and an… source |
| ENG246 | American Literature | — | 3 credit(s) Examines American literary traditions and texts from diverse time periods, genres, and authors. Analyzes literary works within their historical, cultural, social, and/or literary contexts… source |
| ENG250 | Children’s Literature | — | 3 credit(s) Focuses on analysis of texts for literary qualities and audience. Develops critical thinking and interpretive skills through close reading, discussion, and analysis of literary texts. Thi… source |
| ENG255 | World Literature | — | 3 credit(s) Examines literary texts across a variety of cultures, genres, and time periods. Develops critical thinking and interpretive skills through close reading, discussion, and analysis of liter… source |
| ENG258 | African American Literature | — | 3 credit(s) Explores the stories African American authors tell about themselves, their communities, and the world. Examines common and diverging themes within African American literary traditions thr… source |
| ENG261 | Advanced Creative Writing I | — | 3 credit(s) Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| ENG275 | Women in Literature | — | 3 credit(s) Examines literary texts by women writers from diverse time periods, genres, and authors. Develops skills of close reading and literary analysis through analysis of texts within their hist… source |
| ENG278 | Appalachian Literature | — | 3 credit(s) Involves critical reading and writing. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| EDE10 | English Composition Preparation | — | 3 credit(s) Provides academic skills and support for introductory composition. Students will identify and apply academic skills including critical reading, writing, thinking, and research. Upon succe… source |
| EDE11 | English Composition Readiness | — | 3 credit(s) Pre- or Students will identify and apply academic skills including critical reading, writing, thinking, and introductory research. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| ENV121 | Foundations of Environmental Science | — | 4 credit(s) Focuses on basic physical, chemical, and biological principles with an emphasis on the interactions between humans and the environment. Assignments require college-level reading fluency,… source |
| FIN107 | Personal Finance | — | 3 credit(s) Presents a framework of personal money management concepts, including establishing values and goals, determining sources of income, managing income, preparing a budget, developing consume… source |
| FIN215 | Financial Management | — | 3 credit(s) It is strongly recommended that students take BUS 226 , MTH 132 , and ACC 211 first. Introduces basic financial management topics including statement analysis, working capital, capital bu… source |
| FRE101 | Beginning French I | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces understanding, speaking, reading, and writing skills and emphasizes basic French sentence structure. This is a UCGS transfer course. Lecture 4 hours per week. source |
| FRE102 | Beginning French II | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces cultural awareness, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills and emphasizes basic sentence structure. This is a UCGS transfer course. Lecture 4 hours per week. source |
| FRE201 | Intermediate French I | — | 3 credit(s) Continues to develop cultural awareness, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, and introduces complex sentence structures. Classes may be conducted in target language. This is… source |
| FRE202 | Intermediate French II | — | 3 credit(s) Continues to develop understanding, speaking, reading, and writing skills. French is used in the classroom. This is a UCGS transfer course. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| GEO210 | People and the Land: An Introduction to Cultural Geography | — | 3 credit(s) Provides an introduction to themes in human geography and the ways in which human geographers study spatial relationships in the world. Emphasizes geospatial tools and concepts to examine… source |
| GEO220 | World Regional Geography | — | 3 credit(s) Examines similarities and differences among the world’s major regions. Evaluates ways in which people and places interact across space and time to produce particular spatial and environme… source |
| GOL105 | Physical Geology | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces the science of physical geology through a comprehensive systems-based examination of Earth’s structure, composition, rocks and minerals, landforms, geomorphology, and agents re… source |
| GER101 | Beginning German I | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces cultural awareness, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills and emphasizes basic sentence structure. This is a UCGS transfer course. Lecture 4 hours per week. source |
| GER102 | Beginning German II | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces cultural awareness, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills and emphasizes basic sentence structure. This is a UCGS transfer course. Lecture 4 hours per week. source |
| HLT100 | First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation | — | 3 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunity: First Aid/CPR Focuses on the principles and techniques of safety, first aid, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| HLT105 | Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation | — | 1 credit(s) Provides training in coordinated mouth-to-mouth artificial ventilation and chest compression, choking, life-threatening emergencies, and sudden illness. Lecture 1 hour per week. source |
| HLT110 | Personal and Community Health | — | 3 credit(s) HLT 110 is recommended for transfer students. Introduces students to the basic concepts of health and dimensions of wellness through exploration of a variety of personal health topics. Id… source |
| HLT115 | Introduction to Personal and Community Health | — | 1 credit(s) Introduces and focuses on the principles of personal and community health. Lecture 1 hour per week. source |
| HLT121 | Substance Abuse: Prevention and Treatment | — | 3 credit(s) Explores the use and abuse of drugs in contemporary society with emphasis upon sociological, physiological, and psychological effects of drugs. Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week. source |
| HLT135 | Child Health and Nutrition | — | 3 credit(s) Focuses on the physical needs of the preschool child and the methods by which these are met. Emphasizes health routines, hygiene, nutrition, feeding and clothing habits, childhood disease… source |
| HLT143 | Medical Terminology | — | 3 credit(s) This course is dual enrollment only. Provides an understanding of medical abbreviations and terms. Includes the study of prefixes, suffixes, word stems and technical terms with emphasis o… source |
| HLT144 | Medical Terminology II | — | 3 credit(s) This course is dual enrollment only. Provides an understanding of medical abbreviations and terms. Includes the study of prefixes, suffixes, word stems, and technical terms with emphasis… source |
| HLT160 | Personal Health and Fitness | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment Course Only. Studies the relationships between health and fitness. Topics include nutrition, disease prevention, weight control, smoking and health, medical care, aerobic… source |
| HLT228 | Introduction to Public Health | — | 3 credit(s) Provides an overview of public health systems in the United States and globally with an emphasis on core functions, essential services and health determinants. Explores the history, core… source |
| HLT230 | Principles of Nutrition | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces students to the basic concepts of nutrition and its impact on personal wellness. Emphasizes an evidence-based approach to various topics, such as the nutrient components of foo… source |
| HIM111 | Medical Terminology I | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces the student to the language used in the health record. Includes a system-by-system review of anatomic disease, and operative terms, abbreviations, radiography procedures, labor… source |
| HIM112 | Medical Terminology II | — | 3 credit(s) Continues with focus on the language used in the health record. Includes a system-by-system review of anatomic disease, and operative terms, abbreviations, radiography procedures, laborat… source |
| HIM163 | Anatomy and Physiology for Administrative Health Professionals | — | 3 credit(s) Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| HIM233 | Electronic Health Records Management | — | 3 credit(s) Studies new trends in management and processing of health information with emphasis on the electronic health record (EHR). Covers the definition, benefits, standards, functionality, confi… source |
| HIM253 | Health Records Coding | — | 3 credit(s) Examines the development of coding classification systems. Introduces ICD-9-CM coding classification system, its format and conventions. Stresses basic coding steps and guidelines accordi… source |
| HIM254 | Advanced Coding and Reimbursement | — | 3 credit(s) Stresses advanced coding skills through practical exercises using actual medical records. Introduces CPT-4 coding system and guidelines for out-patient/ambulatory surgery coding. Introduc… source |
| HIM290 | Coordinated Internship in Health Information Management | — | 3 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. Var… source |
| HIS101 | Western Civilizations Pre-1600 CE | — | 3 credit(s) Examines the development of western civilization from ancient times to 1600 CE. This is a Passport Transfer course. Lecture 3 hours per week. Total 3 hours per week. source |
| HIS102 | Western Civilizations Post-1600 CE | — | 3 credit(s) Examines the development of western civilization from 1600 CE to the present. This is a Passport Transfer course. Lecture 3 hours per week. Total 3 hours per week. source |
| HIS121 | United States History to 1877 | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces the history of the United States from its origins to 1877. Includes the European exploration, development of the American colonies and their institutions, the Revolution, major… source |
| HIS122 | United States History Since 1865 | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces the history of the United States from 1865 to present. Includes major political, social and economic developments since 1865, overseas expansion, the two world wars, the Cold W… source |
| HIS266 | Military History of the Civil War | — | 3 credit(s) Analyzes military campaigns of the Civil War, including factors contributing to the defeat of the Confederacy and problems created by the war. May include field trips to Civil War sites i… source |
| HIS267 | The Second World War | — | 3 credit(s) Examines causes and consequences of the Second World War. Includes the rise of totalitarianism, American neutrality, military developments, the home fronts, diplomacy, and the decision to… source |
| HIS277 | The American Experience in Vietnam | — | 3 credit(s) Analyzes American involvement in Vietnam from World War I through the Nixon and Ford years. Includes Roosevelt’s plan of trusteeship, the Geneva Conference, the American military role, an… source |
| HIS279 | Age of the American Revolution | — | 3 credit(s) Examines the factors that led to the separation of the American Britain colonies from Great Britain. Covers the Revolutionary War, the problems faced by the revolutionary government, and… source |
| HIS281 | History of Virginia | — | 3 credit(s) Explores the cultural, economic, political, and religious history of Virginia from pre-contact to the present. Includes diverse perspectives to emphasize the significant contributions dif… source |
| HMS100 | Introduction to Human Services | — | 3 credit(s) Students are strongly encouraged to complete this course prior to enrolling in any other HMS course. Introduces human services agencies, roles and careers. Presents a historical perspecti… source |
| HMS121 | Basic Counseling Skills I | — | 3 credit(s) Students are strongly encouraged to complete HMS 100 prior to enrolling in this course. Develops skills needed to function in a ing relationship. Emphasizes skills in attending, listening… source |
| HMS141 | Group Dynamics I | — | 3 credit(s) Students are strongly encouraged to complete HMS 100 prior to enrolling in this course. Examines the stages of group development, group dynamics, the role of the leader in a group, and re… source |
| HMS227 | The Helper as a Change Agent | — | HMS 227 The er as a Change Agent HMS 227 The er as a Change Agent 3 credit(s) Students are strongly encouraged to complete HMS 100 prior to enrolling in this course. Teaches the following skills for… source |
| HMS236 | Gerontology | — | 3 credit(s) Students are strongly encouraged to complete HMS 100 prior to enrolling in this course. Examines the process of aging; its implications in relation to health, recreation, education, trans… source |
| HMS251 | Substance Use Treatment I | — | 3 credit(s) Students are strongly encouraged to complete HMS 100 prior to enrolling in this course. Provides knowledge, skills, and insight for working in substance use programs. Emphasizes personal… source |
| HMS290 | Coordinated Internship in Human Services | — | 3 credit(s) Pre- or May be repeated for credit. Supervised on-the-job training in selected business, industrial, or service firms coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio not to exceed 1:5 h… source |
| HUM201 | Early Humanities | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment Only. Examines the values and expression of ideas of selected western and non-western cultures from prehistory up to the 1300s, integrating the arts, literature, religion,… source |
| HUM259 | The Greek and Roman Tradition | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment Only. Explores the significance of Greek and Roman cultures on the individual and society, expressed prominently from the Classical Age in Athens to its survival during Ro… source |
| ITD110 | Web Page Design I | — | 3 credit(s) Course Delivery Options: Online Semesters: Fall, Spring Additional Notes: Focus on HTML5 and CSS for creating standards-compliant web pages. Topics include markup structure, page layout,… source |
| ITD112 | Designing Web Page Graphics | — | 3 credit(s) Course Delivery Options: Online Semesters: Spring Additional Notes: Hands-on experience with Photoshop and Figma for designing web graphics, emails, banners, and social media content. Emp… source |
| ITD132 | Structured Query Language | — | 4 credit(s) Course Delivery Options: Online Semesters: Spring Incorporates a working introduction to commands, functions and operators used in SQL for extracting data from standard databases. Lecture… source |
| ITD256 | Advanced Database Management | — | 3 credit(s) Course Delivery Options: Online Semesters: Fall Additional Notes: Advanced database concepts using MySQL/MariaDB and MySQL Workbench. Topics include views, triggers, stored procedures, in… source |
| ITE105 | Careers and Cyber Ethics | — | 2 credit(s) Career paths in Information Technology will be explored to the student determine the appropriate degree plan. Career paths will include but not be limited to software development, compute… source |
| ITE141 | Microcomputer Software: Spreadsheets-Excel | — | 1 credit(s) Provides first-time users with sufficient information to make practical use of spreadsheet software using the basics of building spreadsheets. Lecture 1 hour per week. source |
| ITE151 | Microcomputer Software: Database Management-Access | — | 2 credit(s) Presents first-time users with sufficient information to make practical use of database management software using the basics of building databases. Covers specific business applications.… source |
| ITE152 | Introduction to Digital and Information Literacy and Computer Applications | — | 3 credit(s) Course Delivery Options: In-person, online Semesters: Fall, Spring, Summer Additional Notes: Windows or Mac computer required. Chromebooks are not compatible with some software used in th… source |
| ITE200 | Technology for Teachers (TSIP) | — | 3 credit(s) Provides K-12 classroom teachers with the knowledge and skills needed to fulfill the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Technology Standards for Instructional Personnel. Students will finish the… source |
| ITN101 | Introduction to Network Concepts | — | 3 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunity: CCST 100-150 - Cisco Certified Support Technician Course Delivery Options: In-person Semesters: Fall and Spring Students should take this in their first s… source |
| ITN106 | Microcomputer Operating Systems | — | 4 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunity: CompTIA A+ (Core 1) Course Delivery Options: In-person Semesters: Fall Teaches use of operating system utilities and multiple-level directory structures,… source |
| ITN107 | Personal Computer Hardware and Troubleshooting | — | 4 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunity: CompTIA A+ (Core 2) Course Delivery Options: In-person Semesters: Spring Includes specially designed instruction to give students a basic knowledge of har… source |
| ITN170 | Linux System Administration | — | 3 credit(s) Course Delivery Options: Online Semesters: Fall and Summer Focuses instruction on the installation, configuration and administration of the Linux operating system and emphasizes the use o… source |
| ITN200 | Administration of Network Resources | — | 3 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunity: CompTIA Network+ Students should take ITN 101 before attempting this course. Course Delivery Options: In-Person Semesters: Spring Focuses on the managemen… source |
| ITN254 | Virtual Infrastructure: Installation and Configuration | — | 4 credit(s) Explores concepts and capabilities of virtual architecture with a focus on the installation, configuration, and management of a virtual infrastructure, ESX Server, and Virtual Center. Cov… source |
| ITN257 | Cloud Computing: Infrastructure and Services | — | 3 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunity: AZ-900 - Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Course Delivery Options: Online Semesters: Spring and Summer Focuses on cloud infrastructure, deployment, security m… source |
| ITN260 | Network Security Basics | — | 3 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunity: CCST 100-160 - Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity This should be the first security course students take. Typically, in their first s… source |
| ITN261 | Network Attacks, Computer Crime and Hacking | — | 3 credit(s) This should be the second security course that Cybersecurity students take in the NRCC Cybersecurity program. Course Delivery Options: In-Person, Hyflex Semesters: Spring Encompasses in-d… source |
| ITN262 | Network Communication, Security and Authentication | — | 3 credit(s) This should be the third security course that Cybersecurity students take in the NRCC Cybersecurity program. Course Delivery Options: Online Semesters: Fall Covers an in-depth exploration… source |
| ITN266 | Network Security Layers | — | 3 credit(s) Course Delivery Options: Online Semesters: Spring Provides an in-depth exploration of various security layers needed to protect the network. Explores Network Security from the viewpoint o… source |
| ITP140 | Client Side Scripting | — | 3 credit(s) Pre- or Students work in Visual Studio Code and learn browser troubleshooting tools. Final project deliverable: Students pitch, develop, and present a client-side application for portfoli… source |
| ITP150 | Python Programming | — | 4 credit(s) Entails instruction in fundamentals of object-oriented programming using Python. Emphasizes program construction, algorithm development, coding, debugging, and documentation of Python app… source |
| ITP225 | Web Scripting Languages | — | 3 credit(s) Additional Notes: Comprehensive full-stack web development using HTML/CSS, JavaScript, ReactJS, NodeJS, and MongoDB. Covers MVC and microservices architecture, third-party APIs, OAuth, an… source |
| ITP240 | Server Side Programming | — | 4 credit(s) Course Delivery Options: Online Semesters: Spring Additional Notes: Covers PHP programming and web server architecture using Apache and MySQL/MariaDB. Topics include MVC design, cookies,… source |
| ITP251 | Systems Analysis and Design | — | 3 credit(s) Course Delivery Options: In-person Semesters: Spring Students should take this course in their last spring semester of their program of study. Additional Notes: Students apply Agile Scrum… source |
| ITP270 | Programming for Cybersecurity | — | 4 credit(s) Includes how to write custom tools and the basics of developing software exploits. Lecture 4 hours. Total 4 hours per week. source |
| ITP290 | Coordinated Internship in Information Technology | — | 3 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. This course is intended for the last semester of coursework. Supervised on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by th… source |
| ITP297 | Cooperative Internship in Information Technology | — | 3 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. This course is intended for the last semester of coursework. Supervised on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial and service firms coordina… source |
| INS220 | Introduction to Fluid Power | — | 3 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunity: PMMI Fluid Power 1 Introduces analysis and design of hydraulic and pneumatic control systems. Presents interpretation and application of fluid power syste… source |
| INS230 | Instrumentation I | — | 4 credit(s) Topics include transducers, thermometers, and gauges are introduced along with calibration. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 4 hours. Total 6 hours per week. source |
| INS231 | Instrumentation II | — | 4 credit(s) Continues INS 230 . Covers common techniques for measuring the dynamic response of processes. Topics include transmitters and telemetering along with process control systems. Lecture 2 ho… source |
| INS232 | System Troubleshooting | — | 2 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunity: PMMI Mechanical Components 1 Presents system troubleshooting theory and real troubleshooting applications. Uses a hands-on approach to provide troubleshoo… source |
| INS233 | Process Control Integration | — | 4 credit(s) Topics such as PLC control and computer data acquisition are introduced where students will use existing systems or build systems and control these systems with PLCs and computer data acq… source |
| INS297 | Cooperative Education in Instrumentation | — | 1-5 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Supervised on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial and service firms coordinated by the division dean. Is applicable to all occupational… source |
| INS298 | Seminar and Project in Instrumentation | — | 1 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational source |
| INS299 | Supervised Study in Instrumentation | — | 1-5 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Variable hours. source |
| JPN101 | Beginning Japanese I | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces cultural awareness, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills and emphasizes basic sentence structure. This is a UCGS transfer course. Lecture 4 hours per week. source |
| JPN102 | Beginning Japanese II | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces cultural awareness, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills and emphasizes basic sentence structure. This is a UCGS transfer course. Lecture 4 hours per week. source |
| LGL110 | Introduction to Law and the Paralegal | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces various areas of law in which a paralegal may be employed. Includes study of the court system (Virginia and federal); a brief overview of criminal law, torts, family law, evide… source |
| LGL115 | Real Estate Law for Legal Assistants | — | 3 credit(s) Studies law of real property, and gives in-depth survey of more common types of real estate transactions and conveyances such as deeds, contracts, leases, and deeds of trust. Focuses on d… source |
| LGL117 | Family Law | — | 3 credit(s) Studies elements of a valid marriage, grounds for divorce and annulment, separation, defenses, custody, support, adoptions, and applicable tax consequences. Includes property settlement,… source |
| LGL127 | Legal Research and Writing | — | 3 credit(s) Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| LGL216 | Trial Preparation and Discovery Practice | — | 3 credit(s) Studies the preparation of a trial notebook, pretrial orders, use of interrogatories, depositions and other discovery tools used in assembling evidence in preparation for trial or an admi… source |
| LGL290 | Coordinated Internship in Legal Administration | — | 3 credit(s) Supervised on-the-job training in selected law firms or law related firms/agencies coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio maximum 1:5 hours. source |
| LGL297 | Cooperative Education in Legal Administration | — | 1-5 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Supervised on-the-job training for compensation in an approved law firm or legal establishment, which is coordinated by the Business and Technologies divisio… source |
| LGL299 | Supervised Study in Legal Administration | — | 1-5 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Variable hours. source |
| MAC106 | Machine Shop Operations | — | 8 credit(s) Introduces bench work, sawing, drilling, lathe, milling, grinding, and precision instruments, and safety. Requires solutions of related problems and preparation of weekly laboratory repor… source |
| MAC107 | Technology of Machining | — | 8 credit(s) Offer practice in bench work, sawing, drilling, lathe, milling, grinding, and precision measuring instruments. May require solutions of related problems and preparation of weekly laborato… source |
| MAC121 | Numerical Control I | — | 3 credit(s) Focuses on numerical control techniques in metal forming and machine processes. Includes theory and practice in lathe and milling machine computer numerical control program writing, setup… source |
| MAC122 | Numerical Control II | — | 3 credit(s) Focuses on numerical control techniques in metal forming and machine processes. Includes theory and practice in lathe and milling machine computer numerical control program writing, setup… source |
| MAC151 | Machine Tool Maintenance | — | 2 credit(s) Introduces tool design from a maintenance and repair standpoint. Emphasizes proper care, repair, and preventative maintenance of machine tools. Laboratory 3 hours. Lecture 1 hour. Total 4… source |
| MAC181 | Machine Blueprint Reading I | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces reading and interpreting blueprints and working drawings. Applies visualization of objects, sketching, and machine terminology. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| MAC182 | Machine Blueprint Reading II | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces reading and interpreting blueprints and working drawings. Applies visualization of objects, sketching, and machine terminology. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| MAC215 | Machining Techniques | — | 8 credit(s) Teaching milling lathe operations, precision grinding, production tooling, and machine tool attachments. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 15 hours. Total 18 hours per week. source |
| MAC217 | Precision Machining Techniques | — | 8 credit(s) Teaches precision layout, machining techniques, high precision grinding, measuring tool calibration, and inspection procedures. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 15 hours. Total 18 hours per we… source |
| MAC250 | Advanced Computer Aided Manufacturing | — | 2 credit(s) Focuses on advanced computer aided manufacturing with emphasis on CAD-CAM interfacing, advanced 3-D, and advanced turning. Introduces quality control inspection using coordinate measuring… source |
| MAC298 | Seminar and Project in Machine Technology | — | 1 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational source |
| MKT201 | Introduction to Marketing | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces students to the discipline of marketing and the need to create customer value and relationships in the marketplace. Presents an overview of the marketing principles and managem… source |
| MKT209 | Sports, Entertainment, and Recreation Marketing | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment course only. Builds on the principles of marketing to introduce the more specific importance and specialization of Sports, Entertainment and Recreation (SER) marketing. Em… source |
| MTH111 | Basic Technical Mathematics | — | 3 credit(s) This course is intended for CTE programs. Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week. source |
| MTH130 | Fundamentals of Reasoning | — | 3 credit(s) Presents elementary concepts of algebra, linear graphing, financial literacy, descriptive statistics, and measurement & geometry. Based on college programs being supported by this course,… source |
| MTH131 | Technical Mathematics | — | 3 credit(s) Engineering Design Technology and Advanced Manufacturing Technology students may choose MTH 154 or MTH 161 as an alternative. Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics Technology, an… source |
| MTH132 | Business Mathematics | — | 3 credit(s) Provides instruction, review, and drill in percentage, cash and trade discounts, mark-up, payroll, sales, property and other taxes, simple and compound interest, bank discounts, loans, in… source |
| MTH154 | Quantitative Reasoning | — | 3 credit(s) Information Technology students may choose MTH 161 or MTH 167 or MTH 263 as an alternative. Students should confirm math requirement at 4-year institution. Excel spreadsheets used extensi… source |
| MTH155 | Statistical Reasoning | — | 3 credit(s) Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 155: Statistical Reasoning and MTH 245 : Statistics I or equivalent. Students should confirm math requirement at four-year transfer institution. AD… source |
| MTH161 | PreCalculus I | — | 3 credit(s) Presents topics in power, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations and inequalities. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 161 and MTH 167… source |
| MTH162 | PreCalculus II | — | 3 credit(s) Presents trigonometry, trigonometric applications including Law of Sines and Cosines and an introduction to conics. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 162 and MTH 167 or equivalent.… source |
| MTH167 | PreCalculus with Trigonometry | — | 5 credit(s) Presents topics in power, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, systems of equations, trigonometry, and trigonometric applications, including Law of Sines and Cosi… source |
| MTH245 | Statistics I | — | 3 credit(s) Presents an overview of statistics, including descriptive statistics, elementary probability, probability distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, and linear regression… source |
| MTH246 | Statistics II | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment Course Only Continues the study of estimation and hypothesis testing with emphasis on advanced regression topics, experimental design, analysis of variance, chi-square tes… source |
| MTH261 | Applied Calculus I | — | 3 credit(s) Students should determine requirement of 4-year transfer institution prior to selection. Both MTH 261 and MTH 262 are required at Virginia Tech for majors in the Pamplin College of Busine… source |
| MTH262 | Applied Calculus II | — | 3 credit(s) Covers techniques of integration, an introduction to differential equations and multivariable calculus, with an emphasis throughout on applications in business, social sciences and life s… source |
| MTH263 | Calculus I | — | 4 credit(s) Presents concepts of limits, derivatives, differentiation of various types of functions and use of differentiation rules, application of differentiation, antiderivatives, integrals and ap… source |
| MTH264 | Calculus II | — | 4 credit(s) Continues the study of calculus of algebraic and transcendental functions including rectangular, polar, and parametric graphing, indefinite and definite integrals, methods of integration,… source |
| MTH265 | Calculus III | — | 4 credit(s) Focuses on extending the concepts of function, limit, continuity, derivative, integral and vector from the plane to the three dimensional space. Covers topics including vector functions,… source |
| MTH266 | Linear Algebra | — | 3 credit(s) Covers matrices, vector spaces, determinants, solutions of systems of linear equations, basis and dimension, eigenvalues, and eigenvectors. Features instruction for mathematical, physical… source |
| MTH267 | Differential Equations | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces ordinary differential equations. Includes first order differential equations, second and higher order ordinary differential equations with applications and numerical methods. L… source |
| MTH288 | Discrete Mathematics | — | 3 credit(s) Presents topics in sets, counting, graphs, logic, proofs, functions, relations, mathematical induction, Boolean Algebra, and recurrence relations. Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week. source |
| MDE10 | Introduction to Algebra | — | 3 credit(s) Covers topics in arithmetic through introduction to variables and equations. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| MDE54 | Learning Support for Quantitative Reasoning | — | 3 credit(s) Course will review foundational topics through direct instruction, guided practice, and individualized support. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| MDE55 | Learning Support for Statistical Reasoning | — | 3 credit(s) Course will review foundational topics through direct instruction, guided practice, and individualized support. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| MDE60 | Intermediate Algebra | — | 3 credit(s) Covers topics in algebra. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| MDE61 | Learning Support for Pre-Calculus | — | 3 credit(s) Course will review foundational topics through direct instruction, guided practice, and individualized support. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| MEC122 | 3D Printing for Engineering Design | — | 3 credit(s) Provides an overview of rapid technologies in Additive Manufacturing that are high productivity tools designed to cut lead times, reduce time to market, increase the quality of the produc… source |
| MEC155 | Mechanisms | — | 2 credit(s) Studies the purpose and actions of cams, gear trains, levers, and other mechanical devices used to transmit control. Focuses on motions, linkages, velocities, and acceleration of points w… source |
| MEC225 | Metallurgy | — | 3 credit(s) Teaches fundamentals of metallurgy, grain size, effect on carbon content, and hardness testing devices. Tests different alloys to determine the effect of heat treatment. Laboratory 1 hour… source |
| MEC298 | Seminar and Project in Mechanical Engineering Technology | — | 3 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational objective and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of c… source |
| MUS101 | Fundamentals of Music | — | 3 credit(s) Provides the ability to read and identify basic fundamentals of music notation. Teaches major and minor scales, chords and basic harmonic progressions. Covers basic ear training and keybo… source |
| MUS121 | Music in Society | — | 3 credit(s) Explores the language of music through an introduction to basic elements, forms and styles across time. Acquaints students with composers’ lives and influential creative individualities,… source |
| MUS221 | History of Western Music Prior to 1750 | — | 3 credit(s) Presents the chronology of musical styles and significant composers from Antiquity through the Pre-Classical era. Relates the development of music from a socio-historical perspective incl… source |
| MUS222 | History of Western Music 1750 to Present | — | 3 credit(s) Presents the chronology of musical styles and significant composers from the Classical Period through the Modern era. Relates the development of music from a socio-historical perspective… source |
| MUS225 | The History of Jazz | — | 3 credit(s) Studies the underlying elements of jazz, concentrating on the socio-cultural and historical development from earliest stages to the present. Explores key figures and significant works ins… source |
| MUS226 | World Music | — | 3 credit(s) Explores music emanating from cultural traditions around the world within their respective socio-cultural contexts. Introduces basic elements of music. Increases global awareness and enha… source |
| NAS125 | Meteorology | — | 4 credit(s) Presents a non-technical survey of fundamentals meteorology. Focuses on the effects of weather and climate on humans and their activities. Serves for endorsement or recertification of ear… source |
| NSG100 | Introduction to Nursing Concepts | — | 4 credit(s) Focuses on basic nursing concepts with an emphasis on safe nursing practice and the development of the nursing process. Provides supervised learning experiences in college nursing laborat… source |
| NSG106 | Competencies for Nursing Practice | — | 2 credit(s) Emphasizes the use of clinical judgment in skill acquisition. Includes principles of safety, evidence-based practice, informatics and math computational skills. Prepares students to demon… source |
| NSG115 | Healthcare Concepts for Transition | — | 5 credit(s) Focuses on role transition from Licensed Practical Nurse to Registered professional nurse. Incorporates concepts of nursing practice and conceptual learning to promote health and wellness… source |
| NSG130 | Professional Nursing Concepts | — | 1 credit(s) Focuses on professional identity, legal/ethical issues and contemporary trends in professional nursing. Lecture 1 hour. Total 1 hour per week. source |
| NSG152 | Health Care Participant | — | 3 credit(s) Covers concepts that focus on client attributes and preferences regarding healthcare. Emphasizes population-focused care. Provides supervised learning experiences in college nursing labor… source |
| NSG170 | Health/Illness Concepts | — | 6 credit(s) Includes concepts of nursing care for the antepartum client and clients with common and predictable illnesses. Provides supervised learning experiences in college nursing laboratories, cl… source |
| NSG200 | Health Promotion and Assessment | — | 3 credit(s) Includes assessment of infants, children, adults, geriatric clients and pregnant females. Emphasizes health history and the acquisition of physical assessment skills with underlying conce… source |
| NSG210 | Health Care Concepts I | — | 5 credit(s) Emphasizes the nursing process in the development of clinical judgment for clients with multiple needs. Provides supervised learning experiences in college nursing laboratories, clinical/… source |
| NSG211 | Health Care Concepts II | — | 5 credit(s) Emphasizes the nursing process in the development of clinical judgment for clients with multiple needs. Provides supervised learning experiences in college nursing laboratories, clinical/… source |
| NSG230 | Advanced Professional Nursing Concepts | — | 2 credit(s) Introduces leadership and management concepts and focuses on the integration of professional behaviors in a variety of healthcare settings. Lecture 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week. source |
| NSG252 | Complex Health Care Concepts | — | 4 credit(s) Emphasizes clinical judgment, patient-centered care and collaboration. Lecture 4 hours. Total 4 hours per week. source |
| NSG270 | Nursing Capstone | — | 4 credit(s) Emphasizes the mastery of patient- centered care, safety, nursing judgment, professional behaviors, informatics, quality improvement, and collaboration in the achievement of optimal source |
| NUR27 | Nurse Aide I | — | 5 credit(s) Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible to sit for the competency evaluation required by the Virginia Board of Nursing in order to be placed on the nurse aide reg… source |
| PHI100 | Introduction to Philosophy | — | 3 credit(s) Presents an introduction to philosophical problems and perspectives with emphasis on the systematic questioning of basic assumptions about meaning, knowledge, reality, and values. The ass… source |
| PHI220 | Ethics and Society | — | 3 credit(s) Nursing AAS: PHI 220 is strongly encouraged and may be required by some four-year nursing programs. Students may choose from a college approved Humanities/ Fine Arts elective as an altern… source |
| PHT164 | Introduction to Digital Photography | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces fundamental techniques of photography, including digital camera operation, postproduction, and printing. Includes technical and conceptual exercises, individual project develop… source |
| PHT264 | Digital Photography II | — | 3 credit(s) Teaches theory and practice of digital photography. Emphasizes use of digital cameras in studio and on location. Teaches advanced techniques of image editing. Provides training in digital… source |
| PED109 | Yoga | — | 1 credit(s) Focuses on the forms of yoga training emphasizing flexibility. Lecture 0 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week. source |
| PED111 | Weight Training I | — | 1 credit(s) Focuses on muscular strength and endurance training through individualized workout programs. Teaches appropriate use of weight training equipment. Part I of II. Lecture 0 hours. Laborator… source |
| PED173 | Rock Climbing and Rappelling | — | 2 credit(s) Presents techniques and skills of climbing and rappelling with emphasis on safety, equipment, skills in knot tying, terminology and physical conditioning. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hou… source |
| PED187 | Backpacking | — | 2 credit(s) Focuses on the preparation for backpacking trip, equipment and clothing selection, personal and group safety, ecology, and physical conditioning. Includes field experience. Lecture 1 hour… source |
| PED188 | Freshwater Fishing | — | 2 credit(s) Teaches freshwater fishing techniques including spinning, bait casting and fly casting. Presents selection and care of equipment, fish habits, conservation, and safety. Lecture 1 hour. La… source |
| PHY131 | Applied Physics I | — | 3 credit(s) Students are strongly encouraged to complete MTH 131 Technical Mathematics 3 credit(s) prior to enrolling in this course. Emphasizes application of topics such as statics, dynamics, mecha… source |
| PHY201 | General College Physics I | — | 4 credit(s) Covers classical mechanics and thermodynamics. Includes kinematics, Newton’s laws of motion, work, energy, momentum, rotational kinematics, dynamic and static equilibrium, elasticity, gra… source |
| PHY202 | General College Physics II | — | 4 credit(s) Covers waves, electromagnetism, optics, and modern physics. Includes mechanical waves, sound, electrostatics, Ohm’s law and DC circuits, magnetic forces and magnetic fields, electromagnet… source |
| PHY241 | University Physics I | — | 4 credit(s) Covers classical mechanics and thermodynamics. Includes kinematics, Newton’s laws of motion, work, energy, momentum, rotational kinematics, dynamics and static equilibrium, elasticity, gr… source |
| PHY242 | University Physics II | — | 4 credit(s) Covers waves, electromagnetism and optics. Includes mechanical waves and sound, electrostatics, Ohm’s law and DC circuits, magnetic forces and magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction,… source |
| PLS135 | U.S. Government and Politics | — | 3 credit(s) Teaches the political structure, processes, institutions, and policymaking of the US national government. Focuses on the three branches of government, their interrelationships, and how th… source |
| PLS136 | State and Local Government and Politics | — | 3 credit(s) Teaches structure, powers, and functions of state and local government in the United States as related to federalism; constitutionalism; elections; powers of legislative, executive, and j… source |
| PLS241 | Introduction to International Relations | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment only Focuses on the modern state, diplomacy, war initiation, crisis bargaining, international terrorism, nuclear strategy, interstate economic relations, economic growth,… source |
| PNE145 | Trends in Practical Nursing | — | 1 credit(s) Covers legal aspects, organizations, and opportunities in practical nursing. Designed to assist the student in preparation for employment. Lecture 1 hour per week. source |
| PNE155 | Body Structure and Function | — | 3 credit(s) Student must be admitted into the Practical Nursing program. Students may substitute BIO 141 and BIO 142 with a grade of C or better. Studies the structure and function of the body. Lectu… source |
| PNE158 | Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing | — | 2 credit(s) Provides knowledge of the role that emotions play. Enables students to understand their own behavior as well as patient behavior. Lecture 2 hours per week. source |
| PNE161 | Nursing in Health Changes I | — | 6 credit(s) Student must be admitted into the Practical Nursing program. Focuses on nursing situations and procedures necessary to assist individuals in meeting special needs related to human functio… source |
| PNE162 | Nursing in Health Changes II | — | 11 credit(s) Lecture 5 hours. Laboratory 18 hours. Total 23 hours per week. source |
| PNE163 | Nursing in Health Changes III | — | 9 credit(s) Lecture 5 hours. Laboratory 12 hours. Total 17 hours per week. source |
| PNE173 | Pharmacology for Practical Nurses | — | 2 credit(s) Student must be admitted into the Practical Nursing program. Studies history, classification, sources, effects, uses and legalities of drugs. Teaches problem solving skills used in medica… source |
| PNE290 | Coordinated Internship in Practical Nursing | — | 1 credit(s) Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. Lab 3 hours per week. source |
| PSY200 | Principles of Psychology | — | 3 credit(s) ADJ students: students should consult with their faculty advisor for appropriate course based on transfer and career plans. Surveys the basic concepts of psychology. Covers the scientific… source |
| PSY215 | Psychopathology | — | 3 credit(s) Emphasizes major diagnostic categories and criteria, individual and social factors of maladaptive behavior, and types of treatments. Includes methods of clinical assessment and research s… source |
| PSY216 | Social Psychology | — | 3 credit(s) Examines individuals in social contexts, their social roles, group processes and intergroup relations. Acquaints students with a scientific understanding of how the presence of other peop… source |
| PSY230 | Developmental Psychology | — | 3 credit(s) Students should determine requirement of 4-year transfer institution prior to selection. Traces development in context from pre-conception to death, including the physical, cognitive, and… source |
| REA100 | Principles of Real Estate | — | 4 credit(s) Examines practical applications of real estate principles. Includes the study of titles, estates, land descriptions, contracts, legal instruments, financing, and management of real estate… source |
| RVH130 | Motorcycle Rider Safety - Beginner | — | 1- 2 credit(s) Studies principles and basic skills of motorcycle riding with an emphasis on safety. Includes street strategies, protective gear, and selection and care/maintenance of motorcycles. Lec… source |
| REL200 | Survey of the Old Testament | — | 3 credit(s) Surveys books of the Old Testament, with emphasis on prophetic historical books. Examines the historical and geographical setting and place of the Israelites in the ancient Middle East as… source |
| REL210 | Survey of the New Testament | — | 3 credit(s) Surveys books of the New Testament, with special attention upon placing the writings within their historical and geographical setting. Lecture 3 hours per week. source |
| REL230 | Religions of the World | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces the major religions of the world: Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. Focuses on origins, history, basic beliefs, values, ethics, and practices. This is a Pas… source |
| REL246 | Christianity | — | 3 credit(s) Examines the origins and historical development of Christianity, its basic metaphysical and theological assumptions, its essential doctrines, and the present state of the church in the mo… source |
| RUS101 | Beginning Russian I | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces cultural awareness, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills and emphasizes basic sentence structure. This is a UCGS transfer course. Lecture 4 hours per week. source |
| RUS102 | Beginning Russian II | — | 4 credit(s) Develops the understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of Russian, and emphasizes the structure of the language. May include oral drill and practice. Part II of II. This is a UCGS tra… source |
| SAF126 | Principles of Industrial Safety | — | 3 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunity: OSHA 30 Card Teaches principles and practices of accident prevention, analysis of accident causes, mechanical safeguards, fire prevention, housekeeping, o… source |
| SAF199 | Supervised Study in Safety | — | 1-5 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Variable hours. source |
| SCT198 | Seminar and Project in Science Technology | — | 1-3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment course only. May be repeated for credit. Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational source |
| SCT298 | Seminar and Project in Science Technology | — | 1-3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment course only. May be repeated for credit. Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational source |
| SOC200 | Introduction to Sociology | — | 3 credit(s) This is a Radford University (RU) Citizen Leader (CL)-designated course. The Citizen Leader Program requires students to successfully complete 6 credits of CL-designated coursework. Stude… source |
| SOC211 | Cultural Anthropology | — | 3 credit(s) Examines the origins, development, research, diversification and evolution of human cultures. Includes exposure to the variability of both Western and Non-Western aspects of culture. Prov… source |
| SOC215 | Sociology of the Family | — | 3 credit(s) Students are strongly encouraged to complete SOC 200 prior to enrolling in this course. Introduces tools to study family life through the sociological lens. Explores a variety of topics i… source |
| SOC266 | Race and Ethnicity | — | 3 credit(s) Considers race and ethnicity as social constructs that deeply affect personal experience and social institutions. Examines the relationships of racial and ethnic groups with each other an… source |
| SOC268 | Social Problems | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces the fundamental concepts underlying social problems construction with attention to how these problems are defined, understood and arbitrated. Examines a variety of topics such… source |
| SPA101 | Beginning Spanish I | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces cultural awareness, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, and emphasizes basic sentence structure. Part I of II. This is a UCGS transfer course. Lecture 4 hours per… source |
| SPA102 | Beginning Spanish II | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces cultural awareness, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills and emphasizes basic sentence structure. Part II of II. This is a UCGS transfer course. Lecture 4 hours per… source |
| SPA201 | Intermediate Spanish | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment Only Continues to develop cultural awareness, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, and introduces complex sentence structures. Classes may be conducted in tar… source |
| SPA202 | Intermediate Spanish II | — | 3 credit(s) Dual Enrollment Only Continues to develop cultural awareness, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, and emphasizes complex sentence structures. Classes may be conducted in the… source |
| SDV100 | College Success Skills | — | 1 credit(s) Strongly recommended for beginning students. Required for graduation. Assists students in transition to colleges. Provides overviews of college policies, procedures, curricular offerings.… source |
| SDV101 | Orientation to Computer Science and Information Technology | — | 1 credit(s) Introduces students to the skills which are necessary to achieve their academic goals, to services at the college and to the discipline in which they are enrolled. Covers topics such as s… source |
| SDV101 | Orientation to Health Sciences | — | 1 credit(s) If a student has successfully completed SDV 100 , SDV 101 is not required. Introduces students to the skills which are necessary to achieve their academic goals, to services at the colleg… source |
| SDV104 | Study Skills | — | 2 credit(s) Assists students in planning strategies to overcome nonproductive study habits and in implementing positive study behaviors. Includes management, memory improvement, note taking, and test… source |
| SDV106 | Preparation for Employment | — | 1 credit(s) Provides experience in resume writing, preparation of applications, letters of application, and successfully preparing for and completing the job interview. Assists students in identifyin… source |
| SDV107 | Career Education | — | 1 credit(s) Dual Enrollment Only. Surveys career options available to students. Stresses career development and assists in the understanding of self in the world of work. Assists students in applying… source |
| TRV100 | Introduction to the Travel Industry | — | 3 credit(s) Presents an overview of the structure and scope of the travel industry with emphasis on job categories and functions, basic vocabulary, and the interrelationships of the various component… source |
| UMS107 | Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) Remote Pilot Ground School | — | 3 credit(s) Industry Credential Opportunity: FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate Presents the aeronautical knowledge required for FAA approved commercial operations as a Remote Pilot with small Unm… source |
| UMS177 | Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) Components and Maintenance | — | 3 credit(s) Provides an introduction to the basic equipment and techniques used in maintaining, repairing, and upgrading sUAS to assure airworthiness and proper operation of the other components. Emp… source |
| WEL100 | Fundamentals of Welding | — | 3 credit(s) Introduces arc and oxyfuel welding and cutting. Provides fundamental principles of joining ferrous and non-ferrous metals, welding and cutting processes, equipment operation, and safety p… source |
| WEL123 | Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Basic) | — | 4 credit(s) Teaches operation of AC and DC power sources, welding polarities, heats and electrodes for use in joining various metal alloys by the arc welding process. Deals with running beads, butt,… source |
| WEL124 | Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Advanced) | — | 4 credit(s) Continues instruction on operation of AC and DC power sources, welding polarities, heats and electrodes for use in joining various metal alloys by the arc welding process. Deals with runn… source |
| WEL126 | Pipe Welding I | — | 4 credit(s) Teaches metal arc welding processes including the welding of pressure piping in the horizontal, vertical, and horizontal-fixed positions in accordance with section IX of the ASME code. Le… source |
| WEL127 | Pipe Welding II | — | 3 credit(s) Provides practice in the welding of pressure piping in the horizontal, vertical, and fixed positions. 3 credits Laboratory 9 hours per week. source |
| WEL130 | Inert Gas Welding | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces practical operations in the uses of inert-gas-shield arc welding. Discusses equipment, safety operations, welding practice in the various and applications, manual and semi-auto… source |
| WEL141 | Welder Qualification Tests I | — | 4 credit(s) This option is for students in pursuit of higher-level welding qualifications such as pipe welding. Studies techniques and practices of testing welded joints through destructive and non-d… source |
| WEL142 | Welder Qualification Tests II | — | 3 credit(s) Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 8 hours per week. source |
| WEL145 | Welding Metallurgy | — | 3 credit(s) Students are strongly encouraged to complete WEL 123 prior to enrolling in this course. Studies steel classifications, heat treatment procedures, properties of ferrous and non-ferrous met… source |
| WEL150 | Welding Drawing and Interpretation | — | 3 credit(s) Teaches fundamentals required for successful drafting as applied to the welding industry. Includes blueprint reading, geometric principles of drafting and freehand sketching, basic princi… source |
| WEL160 | Gas Metal Arc Welding | — | 4 credit(s) Introduces semi-automatic welding processes with emphasis on practical application. Includes the study of filler wires, fluxes, and gases. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 8 hou… source |
| WEL190 | Coordinated Internship | — | 1-5 credit(s) Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. May be repeated for credit. V… source |
| WEL199 | Supervised Study in Welding | — | 1-5 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Variable hours. source |
| WEL241 | Robotic Welding I | — | 2 credit(s) Summer course only. Students must co-enroll in WEL 241 and WEL 242. Examines safety, setup, programming, and operation of a welding robot. Covers variables and problems in addition to sol… source |
| WEL242 | Robotics Welding II | — | 2 credit(s) Students must co-enroll in WEL 241 and WEL 242. Incorporates skills learned in Robotic Welding I into simulating projects used in industry. Focuses on Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) process… source |
| WEL299 | Supervised Study in Welding | — | 1-5 credit(s) May be repeated for credit. Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Variable hours. source |