May 04, 2024  
2019-2020 Catalog/Student Handbook 
    
2019-2020 Catalog/Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Description of Courses


 

Human Services

  
  • HMS 236 - Gerontology


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Examines the process of aging; its implications in relation to health, recreation, education, transportation, meaningful work or activity, and to community resources. Emphasizes experiencing the aging process, facilitating retirement, and application of the helping relationship to work with older adults. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HMS 251 - Substance Abuse I


    3 credit(s)
    Provides knowledge, skills, and insight for working in drug and alcohol abuse programs. Emphasizes personal growth and client growth measures in helping relationships. Stresses various methods of individual and group techniques for helping the substance abuser. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HMS 252 - Substance Abuse II


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): HMS 251  
    Expands knowledge and skill in working with the substance abuser. Focuses on assisting substance abusers in individual and group settings and explores client treatment modalities. May provide opportunities for field experience in treatment centers. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HMS 258 - Case Management and Substance Abuse


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Focuses on the process for interviewing substance abuse clients. Includes intake, assessment, handling denial, and ending the interview. Teaches skills for writing short-term goals and treatment plans with emphasis on accountability. Examines various reporting devices. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HMS 260 - Substance Abuse Counseling


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Provides an understanding of the skills of guidance of clients and those associated with being an advocate. Examines the dynamics of the client/counselor relationship in developing treatment plans and empowerment skills. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HMS 261 - Human Behavior I


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Develops skills in working with individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities within the sociocultural context. Emphasizes historical development of various social systems and how these systems affect the whole person. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HMS 262 - Human Behavior II


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Develops skills in working with individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities within the sociocultural context. Emphasizes historical development of various social systems and how these systems affect the whole person. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HMS 265 - Personality Theory


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Studies the theories of personality and their relationship to counseling. Emphasis is on the historical perspective, view of human nature, contributions and limitations of each theory. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HMS 266 - Counseling Psychology


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Studies major counseling theories, their contributions and limitations, and the application of each to a counseling interaction. Students develop their own personal counseling theory. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HMS 270 - Treatment Systems


    3 credit(s)
    Examines the services and facilities established for the purpose of treating addictions. Focuses on treatment therapy models and ethical standards related to addiction-disease theory.

      Lecture 3 hours per week

  
  • HMS 290 - 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. Variable hours.

Hotel-Restaurant-Inst Mgmt (HRI)

  
  • HRI 101 - Hotel-Restaurant Organization & Management I


    3 credit(s)
    Introduces the history, opportunities, problems and trends of the hospitality industry. Covers the organization of the various sectors of the hospitality industry including human resources, general business considerations, and management theory. Part I of II. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HRI 102 - Hotel-Restaurant Organization & Management II


    3 credit(s)
    Introduces the history, opportunities, problems and trends of the hospitality industry. Covers the organization of the various sectors of the hospitality industry including human resources, general business considerations, and management theory. Part II of II. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HRI 105 - Introduction to Culinary Arts


    1 credit(s)
    Covers the historical perspective of the cooking and hospitality industry. Includes career paths and opportunities for culinarians, culinary professionalism, people skills, motivational and organizational skills. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • HRI 106 - Principles of Culinary Arts I


    3 credit(s)
    Introduces the fundamental principles of food preparation and basic culinary procedures. Stresses the use of proper culinary procedures combined with food science, proper sanitation, standards of quality for food items that are made, and proper use and care of kitchen equipment. Part I of II. Lecture 2-3 hours. Laboratory 1-3 hours. Total 3-5 hours per week.
  
  • HRI 107 - Principles of Culinary Arts II


    3 credit(s)
    Introduces the fundamental principles of food preparation and basic culinary procedures. Stresses the use of proper culinary procedures combined with food science, proper sanitation, standards of quality for food items that are made, and proper use and care of kitchen equipment. Part II of II. Lecture 2-3 hours. Laboratory 1-3 hours. Total 3-5 hours per week.
  
  • HRI 115 - Food Service Managers Sanitation - Certification


    1 credit(s)
    Presents an accelerated survey of principles and applications of sanitary food service, designed to promote the skills of managers in food service establishments licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia. (Upon successful completion of the course, a certificate of achievement is awarded by the Educational Foundation of the National Restaurant Association and the student’s name is entered in the Foundation Registry.) Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • HRI 120 - Principles of Food Preparation


    4 credit(s)
    Applies scientific principles and techniques to the preparation of food, including carbohydrates, such as fruits, vegetables, sugars and starches; fats, including both animal and vegetable, as well as natural and manufactured; and proteins, such as milk, cheese, eggs, meats, legumes, fish and shellfish. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • HRI 126 - The Art of Garnishing


    1 credit(s)
    Focuses on the relationship between colors and shapes and how they pertain to garnishes. Provides student with knowledge to create impressive presentations. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • HRI 128 - Principles of Baking


    3 credit(s)
    Instructs the student in the preparation of breads, pastries, baked desserts, candies, frozen confections, and sugar work. Applies scientific principles and techniques of baking. Promotes the knowledge/skills required to prepare baked items, pastries and confections. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • HRI 134 - Food and Beverage Service Management


    3 credit(s)
    Provides a conceptual and technical framework for managing the service of meals in a variety of commercial settings. Studies the integration of production and service delivery, guest contact dynamics, reservations management and point-of-sale systems. Lecture 2-3 hours. Laboratory 0-3 hours. Total 3-5 hours per week.
  
  • HRI 140 - Fundamentals of Quality for the Hospitality Industry


    3 credit(s)
    Teaches quality in the hospitality industry, including material on the total quality management movement. Emphasizes quality from the customer’s perspective. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HRI 158 - Sanitation and Safety


    3 credit(s)
    Covers the moral and legal responsibilities of management to insure a sanitary and safe environment in a food service operation. Emphasizes the causes and prevention of foodborne illnesses in conformity with federal, state and local guidelines. Focuses on OSHA standards in assuring safe working conditions. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HRI 160 - Executive Housekeeping


    3 credit(s)
    Studies the housekeeping department with emphasis on organization, staffing and scheduling, staff development, work methods improvements, equipment, cleaning materials and cleaning procedures; maintenance and refurnishing; room design and safety engineering. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HRI 180 - Convention Management and Service


    3 credit(s)
    Examines the scope and different segments that make up the convention market; explains what is required to meet individual needs; and explores methods and techniques for better service. Lecture 3 hours per week. 3 credits
  
  • HRI 195 - Topics In Introduction to Food Processing


    3 credit(s)
    Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students. May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
  
  • HRI 265 - Hotel Front Office Operations


    3 credit(s)
    Analyzes hotel front office positions and the procedures involved in reservation registration, accounting for and checking out guests, and principles and practices of night auditing. Covers the complete guest operation in both traditional and computerized operations. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Humanities

  
  • HUM 100 - Survey of the Humanities


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Introduces the humanities through the art, literature, music, and philosophy of various cultures and historical periods. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HUM 111 - Great Books I


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Introduces selected great works of philosophy and literature, with emphasis on close analysis of the text. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HUM 112 - Great Books II


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Introduces selected great works of philosophy and literature, with emphasis on close analysis of the text. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HUM 165 - Controversial Issues in Contemporary American Culture


    3 credit(s)
    Introduces students to selected issues in contemporary American culture. Includes topic areas ranging from welfare reform, economic development, privacy, environmental protection and conservation, evolution vs. creation, to family values, and special interest lobbying in our state and national governments. Focuses on the development of the student’s critical thinking skills by analyzing, evaluating, and reflecting on opposing sides of the same issue as expressed by public leaders, special interest groups and academicians. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HUM 201 - Survey of Western Culture I


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Studies thought, values, and arts of Western culture, integrating major developments in art, architecture, literature, music, and philosophy. HUM 201 covers the following periods: Ancient and Classical, Early Christian and Byzantine, Medieval, and Early Renaissance. HUM 202  covers the following periods: Renaissance, Baroque, Enlightenment, Romantic, and Modern. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HUM 202 - Survey of Western Culture II


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Studies thought, values, and arts of Western culture, integrating major developments in art, architecture, literature, music, and philosophy. HUM 201  covers the following periods: Ancient and Classical, Early Christian and Byzantine, Medieval, and Early Renaissance. HUM 202 covers the following periods: Renaissance, Baroque, Enlightenment, Romantic, and Modern. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HUM 210 - Introduction to Women’s Studies


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Introduces interdisciplinary, cross-cultural, and historical perspectives on the influence of women as evidenced in art, literature, religion, philosophy and music. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HUM 220 - Introduction to African American Studies


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Presents an interdisciplinary approach to the study of African-American life, history, and culture. Examines specific events, ideologies, and individuals that have shaped the contours of African-American life. Studies the history, sociology, economics, religion, politics, psychology, creative productions, and culture of African- Americans. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Industrial Engineering

  
  • IND 75 - Industrial Measurement and Conversions


    1 credit(s)
    Covers a review of basic arithmetic principles with an intensive application of measurement and calibration devices such as dial calipers, rulers and various micrometers. Develops a proficiency for entrance into skilled trades or industrial practices. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • IND 108 - Technical Computer Applications


    3 credit(s)
    Develops data entry proficiency for technical application and word processing as applied to technology. Presents an introduction to computer operating systems as related to technical applications. Includes demonstrations of selected technical topics such as CAD, CNC, Graphic illustration I/O’s involving PLC’s, telecommunications (modems), and process control. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • IND 113 - Materials and Processes in Manufacturing I


    3 credit(s)
    Studies materials and processes for the manufacture of products. Investigates the nature of various materials. Examines the manufacturing processes of industry and their effects on materials. Part I of II. Lecture 2-3 hours per week.
  
  • IND 115 - Materials and Process of Industry


    4 credit(s)
    Studies industrial/engineering materials and contemporary processes for the manufacture of products. Investigates the processes for the manufacture of products. Investigates the material’s nature, structure, and properties. Examines the processes and their effects on materials. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • IND 116 - Applied Technology


    3 credit(s)
    Introduces basic information and problem solving techniques in liquids, gases, solids, metrics, mechanics, forces, simple machines, heat, light, sound and nuclear energy as applied in industrial engineering technologies. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • IND 137 - Team Concepts & Problem Solving


    3 credit(s)
    Studies team concepts and problem solving techniques to assist project teams in improving quality and productivity. Provides knowledge of how to work as a team, plan and conduct good meetings, manage logistics and details, gather useful data, communicate the results and implement changes. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • IND 140 - Quality Control


    2 credit(s)
    Studies history, structure, and organization of the quality control unit. May include incoming material control, product and process control, and cost control Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • IND 149 - Workplace Ethics


    1 credit(s)
    Provides a broad overview of ethics in the modern day business world including workforce skill building and self-awareness through group discussions. Discusses workplace topics such as diversity, substance abuse, hiring and firing and workplace practices, appropriate dress, communication, business ethics, and interviewing. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • IND 160 - Introduction to Robotics


    3 credit(s)
    Studies evolution and history of robotics with an emphasis on automated and flexible manufacturing. Presents advantages and limitations of present robot systems. Lecture 2-3 hours. Laboratory 0-2 hours. Total 2-4 hours per week.
  
  • IND 161 - Product Design and Development I


    5 credit(s)
    Introduces the student to foundational concepts and tools in the design and development of products utilizing wood as a primary design medium. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 8 hours. Total 9 hours per week.
  
  • IND 162 - Product Design and Development II


    5 credit(s)
    Advancement of the foundational concepts and tools in the design and development of products utilizing wood as a primary design medium. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 8 hours. Total 9 hours per week.
  
  • IND 193 - Studies in Forklift Operation


    3 credit(s)
    Covers operations of how to operate a forklift. Studies in warehouse and distribution operation. Variable hours per week.
  
  • IND 195 - Topics in Industrial Measurement and Conversions


    1 credit(s)
    Covers a review of basic arithmetic principles with an intensive application of measurement and calibration devices such as dial calipers, rulers and various micrometers. Develops a proficiency for entrance into skilled trades or industrial practices. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • IND 216 - Plant Layout and Materials Handling


    3 credit(s)
    Examines arrangement and layout of physical facilities. Explains material handling and modern techniques for efficient utilization of space. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • IND 243 - Principles and Applications of Mechatronics


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Divisional Approval.
    Introduces terminology and principles related to Mechatronic system design and application. Integrates concepts of electrical/electronic, mechanical and computer technologies in the development, setup, operation and troubleshooting of automated products and systems. Covers breakdown of various automated manufacturing operations with emphasis on system planning, development and troubleshooting processes. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • IND 250 - Introduction to Basic Computer Integrated Manufacturing


    2-3 credit(s)
    Presents basic principles used in the design and implementation in a computer integrated manufacturing system. Emphasizes team concept and all aspects of a computer integrated manufacturing system to include the following: Robotics, Conveyor Control, Machining Center Integration Quality Control, Statistical Quality Control, and Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) software. Lecture 0-2hours. Laboratory 3-9 hours. Total 4-9 hours per week.

Information Systems Technology

  
  • ITD 110 - Web Page Design I


    3-4 credit(s)
    Stresses a working knowledge of web site designs, construction, and management using HTML or XHTML. Includes headings, lists, links, images, image maps, tables, forms, and frames. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITD 112 - Designing Web Page Graphics


    3-4 credit(s)
    Explores the creation of digital graphics for web design. Includes basic design elements such as color and layout will be explored utilizing a computer graphics program(s). Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITD 210 - Web Page Design II


    3-4 credit(s)
    Incorporates advanced techniques in web site planning, design, usability, accessibility, advanced site management, and maintenance utilizing web editor software(s). Lecture 3-4 hours per week.

Information Technology Essentials

  
  • ITE 101 - Introduction to Microcomputers


    1-2 credit(s)
    Examines concepts and terminology related to microcomputers and introduces specific uses of microcomputers. Lecture 1-2 hours per week.
  
  • ITE 102 - Computers and Information Systems


    1 credit(s)
    Introduces terminology, concepts, and methods of using computers in information systems. This course teaches computer literacy, not intended for Information Technology majors. Lecture 1-2 hours per week.
  
  • ITE 115 - Introduction to Computer Applications and Concepts


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Recommended prerequisite keyboarding skills.
    Covers computer concepts and internet skills, and uses a software suite which includes word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software to demonstrate skills. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITE 119 - Information Literacy


    3 credit(s)
    Presents the information literacy core competencies focusing on the use of information technology skills. Skills and knowledge will be developed in database searching, computer applications, information security and privacy, and intellectual property issues. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ITE 130 - Introduction to Internet Services


    3-4 credit(s)
    Provides students with a working knowledge of Internet terminology and services including e-mail, WWW browsing, search engines, ftp, file compression, and other services using a variety of software packages. Provides instruction for basic web page construction. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITE 140 - Spreadsheet Software


    3-4 credit(s)
    Covers the use of spreadsheet software to create spreadsheets with formatted cells and cell ranges, control pages, multiple sheets, charts, and macros. Topics include type and edit text in a cell, enter data on multiple worksheets, work with formulas and functions, create charts, pivot tables, and styles, insert headers and footers, and filter data. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITE 150 - Desktop Database Software


    3-4 credit(s)
    Incorporates instruction in planning, defining, and using a database; performing queries; producing reports; working with multiple files; and concepts of database programming. Includes database concepts, principles of table design and table relationships, entering data, creating and using forms, using data from different sources, filtering, creating mailing labels. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITE 160 - Introduction to E-Commerce


    3-4 credit(s)
    Studies the culture and demographics of the Internet, online business strategies and the hardware and software tools necessary for Internet commerce. Includes the identification of appropriate target segments, the development of product opportunities, pricing structures, distribution channels over the Internet, and the execution of marketing strategy in computer-mediated environments. Presents case histories of successful Web applications. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITE 170 - Multimedia Software


    3-4 credit(s)
    Explores technical fundamentals of creating multimedia projects with related hardware and software. Students will learn to manage resources required for multimedia production and evaluation and techniques for selection of graphics and multimedia software. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITE 195 - Topics in


    1-5 credit(s)
    Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students. May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
  
  • ITE 200 - Technology for Teachers


    3-4 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 course with a solid understanding of educational technology, including how to use computers, now to access information on the World Wide Web, and how to integrate computers and educational technology into classroom curriculum. Students will learn how to base technology integration decisions on contemporary learning theories. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITE 298 - Seminar and Project


    1-5 credit(s)
    Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational objectives and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of career opportunities in the field. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.

Information Technology Networking

  
  • ITN 101 - Introduction to Network Concepts


    3 credit(s)
    Provides instruction in networking media, physical and logical topologies, common networking standards and popular networking protocols. Emphasizes the TCP/IP protocol suite and related IP addressing schemes, including CIDR. Includes selected topics in network implementation, support and LAN/WAN connectivity. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 106 - Microcomputer Operating Systems


    3 credit(s)
    Teaches use of operating system utilities and multiple-level directory structures, creation of batch files, and configuration of microcomputer environments. May include a study of graphical user interfaces. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 107 - Personal Computer Hardware and Troubleshooting


    3 credit(s)
    Includes specially designed instruction to give a student a basic knowledge of hardware and software configurations. Includes the installation of various peripheral devices as well as basic system hardware components. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 111 - Server Administration (Specify Version)


    3 credit(s)
    Covers installation, configuration, administration, management, maintenance, and troubleshooting of a server in a networked environment. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 124 - Wireless Networking Administration


    3 credit(s)
    Incorporates instruction in the fundamentals of ratio of frequency and spread spectrum technology and wireless networking systems implementation and design. Includes radio frequency and spectrum concepts, 802.11 standards and regulations, wireless network architecture, topology, software, equipment, OSI Model, site surveys, security features, and the design and implementation of wireless network solutions. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 154 - Networking Fundamentals – Cisco


    3-4 credit(s)
    Provides introduction to networking using the OSI reference model. Includes data encapsulation, TCP/IP suite, routing, IP addressing, and structured cabling design and implementation. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 156 - Basic Switching and Routing – Cisco


    3-4 credit(s)
    Centers instruction in LAN segmentation using bridges, routers, and switches. Includes fast Ethernet, access lists, routing protocols, spanning tree protocol, virtual LANS and network management. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 260 - Network Security Basics


    3 credit(s)
    Provides instruction in the basics of network security in depth. Includes security objectives, security architecture, security models and security layers; risk management, network security policy, and security training. Includes the give security keys, confidentiality integrity, availability, accountability and auditability. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 261 - Network Attacks, Computer Crime and Hacking


    3-4 credit(s)
    Encompasses in-depth exploration of various methods for attacking and defending a network. Explores network security concepts from the viewpoint hackers and their attack methodologies. Includes topics about hackers, attacks, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) malicious code, computer crime and industrial espionage. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 262 - Network Communication, Security and Authentication


    3-4 credit(s)
    Covers an in-depth exploration of various communication protocols with a concentration on TCP/IP. Explores communication protocols from the point of view of the hacker in order to highlight protocol weaknesses. Includes Internet architecture, routing, addressing, topology, fragmentation and protocol analysis, and the use of various utilities to explore TCP/IP. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 263 - Internet/Intranet Firewalls and E-Commerce Security


    3-4 credit(s)
    Gives an in-depth exploration of firewall, Web security, and e-commerce security. Explores firewall concepts, types, topology and the firewall’s relationship to the TCP/IP protocol. Includes client/server architecture, the Web server, HTML and HTTP in relation to Web Security, and digital certification, D.509, and public key infrastructure (PKI). Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 267 - Legal Topics in Network Security


    3-4 credit(s)
    Conveys an in-depth exploration of the civil and common law issues that apply to network security. Explores statutes, jurisdictional, and constitutional issues related to computer crimes and privacy. Includes rules of evidence, seizure and evidence handling, court presentation and computer privacy in the digital age. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITN 295 - Topics In


    3 credit(s)
    Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students. May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.

Information Technology Programming

  
  • ITP 110 - Visual Basic Programming I


    3-4 credit(s)
    Involves instruction in fundamentals of event-driven programming using Visual Basic. Emphasizes program construction, algorithm development, coding, debugging, and documentation of graphical user interface applications. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 120 - Java Programming I


    3-4 credit(s)
    Entails instruction in fundamentals of object-oriented programming using Java. Emphasizes program construction, algorithm development, coding, debugging, and documentation of console and graphical user interface applications. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 132 - C++ Programming I


    3-4 credit(s)
    Centers instruction in fundamentals of object-oriented programming and design using C++. Emphasizes program construction, algorithm development, coding, debugging, and documentation of C++ applications. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 154 - Basic Programming I


    3-4 credit(s)
    Involves instruction in development of structured programs using BASIC from problems or specifications. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 158 - Micro Assembler I


    3-4 credit(s)
    Provides instruction in writing and debugging of programs in a manufacturer’s assembly language for microcomputers. Focuses on the principles of debugging and core-dump reading and uses a micro-assembly language in a total programming system. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 160 - Introduction to Game Design & Development


    3-4 credit(s)
    Introduces object-oriented game design and development. Provides overview of the electronic game design and development process and underlines the historical contest, content creation strategies, game careers, and future trends in the industry. Utilizes a game language environment to introduce game design, object-oriented paradigms, software design, software development and product testing. Teaches skills of writing a game design document and creating a game with several levels and objects. Integrate 2D animations, 3D models, sound effects, and background music as well as graphic backgrounds. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 175 - Concepts of Programming Languages


    3-4 credit(s)
    Presents instruction in the fundamental concepts of computer programming languages. Emphasis on architectural reasons behind programming language constructs. Provides a better understanding of how and why programming languages work the way they do. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
  
  • ITP 198 - Seminar and Project


    1-5 credit(s)
    Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational objectives and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of career opportunities in the field. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
  
  • ITP 232 - C++ Programming II


    3-4 credit(s)
    Presents in-depth instruction of advanced object-oriented techniques for data structures using C++. Lecture 3-4 hours per week.

Legal Administration

  
  • LGL 110 - Introduction to Law and the Legal Assistant


    3 credit(s)
    Introduces various areas of law in which a legal assistant may be employed. Includes study of the court system (Virginia and federal) as well as a brief overview of criminal law, torts, domestic relations, evidence, ethics, the role of the legal assistant and other areas of interest. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • LGL 115 - Real Estate Law for Legal Assistants


    3 credit(s)
    Studies law of real property and gives in-depth survey of the more common types of real estate transactions and conveyances such as deeds, contracts, leases, and deeds of trust. Focuses on drafting these various instruments and studies the system of recording and search of public documents. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • LGL 127 - Legal Research and Writing


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENG 111  or permission of division.
    Provides a basic understanding of legal research and the proper preparation of legal documents, including brief writing. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • LGL 225 - Estate Planning and Probate


    3 credit(s)
    Introduces various devices used to plan an estate, including wills, trust, joint ownership and insurance. Considers various plans in light of family situations and estate objectives. Focuses on practices involving administration of an estate including taxes and preparation of forms. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • LGL 235 - Legal Aspects of Business Organization


    3 credit(s)
    Studies fundamental principles of agency law and the formation of business organizations. Includes sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporation, limited liability companies, and other business entities. Reviews preparation of the documents necessary for the organization and operation of businesses. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Machine Shop

  
  • MAC 121 - Computer 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 and operation. Part I of II. Lecture 1-2 hours. Laboratory 2-3 hours. Total 3-5 hours per week. .2-3 credits
  
  • MAC 122 - Computer 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 and operation. Part II of II. Lecture 1-2 hours. Laboratory 2-3 hours. Total 3-5 hours per week. 2-3 credits.
  
  • MAC 123 - Computer Numerical Control III


    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 and operation. Lecture 1-2 hours. Laboratory 2-3 hours. Total 3-5 hours per week. 2-3 credits.
  
  • MAC 126 - Introductory CNC Programming


    3 credit(s)
    Introduces programming of computerized numerical control machines with hands–on programming and operation of CNC machines. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • MAC 128 - CNC Programming


    1-2 credit(s)
    Teaches programming of computerized numerial control machines. Focus on CNC machining process. Lecture 1-2 hours per week.
  
  • MAC 131 - Machine Lab I


    2 credit(s)
    Teaches fundamental machine shop operations, bench work, layout, measuring tools, and safety. Part I of II. Lecture 0-2 hours. Laboratory 0-3 hours. Total 1-5 hours per week.
  
  • MAC 150 - Introduction to Computer Aided Manufacturing


    3 credit(s)
    Introduces computer aided manufacturing (CAM) with emphasis on programming of numerical control machinery. Teaches program writing procedures using proper language and logic and a CAM programming system to produce numerical control code for machines. Teaches basic computer usage, 2 1/2D and 3D CAD-CAM integration, and code-to-machine transfer. Lecture 1-2 hours. Laboratory 2-4 hours. Total 3-6 hours per week.
 

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