May 18, 2024  
2022-2023 Catalog/Student Handbook 
    
2022-2023 Catalog/Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Description of Courses


 

Information Technology Programming

  
  • 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. This is a dual enrollment course. 3-4 Course ID
    157570 Effective Date
    2004-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • ITP 150 - Python Programming


    3 credit(s)
    Entails instruction in fundamentals of object-oriented programming using Python. Emphasizes program construction, algorithm development, coding, debugging, and documentation of Python applications. 3-4 Course ID
    580012 Effective Date
    2019-05-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • ITP 154 - Basic Programming I


    3-4 credit(s)
    Involves instruction in development of structured programs using BASIC from problems or specifications. 3-4 Course ID
    157571 Effective Date
    2005-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • 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. 3-4 Course ID
    509201 Effective Date
    2005-05-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • 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. This is a dual enrollment course. 3-4 Course ID
    518336 Effective Date
    2007-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • ITP 175 - Concepts of Prog 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. 3-4 Course ID
    507226 Effective Date
    2004-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • 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. Course ID
    533186 Effective Date
    2008-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • ITP 232 - Computer Programming II C++ Object Oriented


    3-4 credit(s)
    Presents in-depth instruction of advanced object-oriented techniques for data structures using C++. 3-4 Course ID
    157615 Effective Date
    2004-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV

Legal Administration

  
  • LGL 110 - Introdution To Law and 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. 3 Course ID
    157754 Effective Date
    2004-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • 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. 3 Course ID
    157755 Effective Date
    2013-11-26 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • 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. 3 Course ID
    556567 Effective Date
    2014-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • 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. 3 Course ID
    157766 Effective Date
    2013-11-26 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • LGL 235 - Legal Aspects of Business Organizations


    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. 3 Course ID
    553940 Effective Date
    2013-11-26 Academic Group
    NDEV

Machine Shop

  
  • MAC 121 - 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. 1-2 3-9 3-5 Course ID
    556463 Effective Date
    2014-09-11 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MAC 122 - 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. 1-2 2-3 3-5 Course ID
    558580 Effective Date
    2015-03-20 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • 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. 1-2 2-3 3-5 Course ID
    562506 Effective Date
    2015-10-19 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MAC 126 - Introductory CNC Programming


    3 credit(s)
    Introduces programming of computerized numerical control machines with hands–on programming and operation of CNC machines. 2 3 5 Course ID
    157799 Effective Date
    2008-04-03 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MAC 128 - CNC Programming


    1-2 credit(s)
    Teaches programming of computerized numerial control machines. Focus on CNC machining process. 1-2 Course ID
    508769 Effective Date
    2005-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MAC 131 - Machine Lab 1


    2 credit(s)
    Teaches fundamental machine shop operations, bench work, layout, measuring tools, and safety. Part I of II. 0-2 0-3 1-5 Course ID
    508768 Effective Date
    2005-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • 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. 1-2 2-4 3-6 Course ID
    516334 Effective Date
    2006-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MAC 151 - 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. 1 3 4
  
  • MAC 161 - Machine Shop Practices I


    3 credit(s)
    Introduces safety procedures, bench work, hand tools, precision measuring instruments, drill presses, cutoff saws, engine lathes, manual surface grinders, and milling machines. 2 3 5 Course ID
    157800 Effective Date
    1988-06-20 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MAC 162 - Machine Shop Practices II


    3 credit(s)
    Introduces safety procedures, bench work, hand tools, precision measuring instruments, drill presses, cut-off saws, engine lathes, manual surface grinders, and milling machines. Part II of II. 2 3 5 Course ID
    157801 Effective Date
    2004-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MAC 163 - Machine Shop Practices III


    3 credit(s)
    Offers practice in the operation of the drill press, engine lathe, vertical milling machine, horizontal milling machine, and the surface grinder. Introduces practical heat treatment of directly hardenable steels commonly used in machine shops. Part I of II. 2 3 5 Course ID
    157802 Effective Date
    2015-03-20 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MAC 164 - Machine Shop Practices IV


    3 credit(s)
    Offers practice in the operation of the drill press, engine lathe, vertical milling machine, horizontal milling machine, and the surface grinder. Introduces practical heat treatment of directly hardenable steels commonly used in machine shops. Part II of II. 2 3 5 Course ID
    157803 Effective Date
    2015-10-19 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MAC 171 - Machine Tool Operations


    3 credit(s)
    Uses basic fractional and decimal measuring tools and hand tools. Covers linear, angular, and radial layout, and precision measuring. Includes setup and operations of hand saws, drill presses, the engine lathe, and the vertical and horizontal milling machines. Requires solutions of related problems and preparation of weekly laboratory reports. Part I of II. 6 Course ID
    500849 Effective Date
    2003-01-08 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MAC 172 - Machine Tool Operations I


    3 credit(s)
    Uses basic fractional and decimal measuring tools and hand tools. Covers linear, angular, and radial layout, and precision measuring. Includes setup and operations of hand saws, drill presses, the engine lathe, and the vertical and horizontal milling machines. Requires solutions of related problems and preparation of weekly laboratory reports. Part II of II. 6 Course ID
    502113 Effective Date
    2003-05-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MAC 181 - Machine Blueprint Reading I


    3 credit(s)
    Introduces reading and interpreting blueprints and working drawings. Applies visualization of objects, sketching, and machine terminology. Part I of II. 3 Course ID
    506738 Effective Date
    2016-03-14 Academic Group
    NDEV

Mechanical Engineering Technology

  
  • MEC 103 - Electronic Circuits and Instrumentation


    4 credit(s)
    Designed for non-majors. Covers electronic circuits, devices, instrumentation and basic communications, DC and AC theory, introduction to power supplies, amplifiers, and measurement devices. 3 3 6 Course ID
    508779 Effective Date
    2011-01-18 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MEC 140 - Introduction to Mechatronics


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): divisional approval.
    Presents foundational concepts in mechatronics including analog and digital electronics, sensors, actuators, microprocessors, and microprocessor interfacing to electromechanical systems. Surveys components and measurement equipment used in the design, installation, and repair of mechatronic equipment and circuits. 2 2 4 Course ID
    554998 Effective Date
    2014-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MEC 148 - Industrial Pipefitting


    3 credit(s)
    Covers the fundamentals of industrial piping installation, components, and layout. Considers the types of pipe and fabrication of piping systems, as well as the methods used to connect them. 3 Course ID
    542572 Effective Date
    2010-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MEC 161 - Basic Fluid Mechanics - Hydraulics/Pneumatics


    3-4 credit(s)
    Introduces theory, operation and maintenance of hydraulic/ pneumatics devices and systems. Emphasizes the properties of fluids, fluid flow, fluid statics, and the application of Bernouli’s equation. 2-3 2-3 4-6 Course ID
    158180 Effective Date
    2012-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MEC 162 - Applied Hydraulics and Pneumatics


    3 credit(s)
    Introduces hydraulic and pneumatic systems found in construction equipment, road vehicles, and farm equipment. Includes the basic theory, construction, maintenance and repair of hydraulic and pneumatic power systems. 1-3 1-3 2-5 Course ID
    158181 Effective Date
    2014-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MEC 175 - Fundamental Shop Procedures and Internal Combustion Eng


    4 credit(s)
    Introduces the practical use and care of tools, shop equipment and pullers, use of service manuals and parts catalogs, and safety. Includes introduction to the design, operation, testing, and service procedures of the internal combustion engines. 3 3 6 Course ID
    505072 Effective Date
    2011-01-18 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MEC 176 - Transportation Electrical Systems


    3 credit(s)
    Introduces electrical systems found on transportation vehicles and heavy-duty equipment. Stresses function, construction, operation, troubleshooting procedures and servicing of the charging, cranking, and ignition. Provides experience in disassembly, testing, and assembly of the various units comprising the electrical system. 2 3 5
  
  • MEC 215 - Advanced Jig and Fixture Design


    2 credit(s)
    Applies the principles, practices, tools, and commercial standards of jig and fixture designs. Employs lectures, visual aids, individual projects and design work, with emphasis on problem-solving and independent design. 1 3 4 College reading competence required.Course ID
    158183 Effective Date
    1988-06-20 Academic Group
    NDEV

Marketing

  
  • MKT 100 - Principles of Marketing


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Presents principles, methods, and problems involved in marketing to consumers and organizational buyers. Discusses problems and policies connected with distribution and sale of products, pricing, promotion, and buyer motivation. Examines variations of marketing research, legal, social, ethical, e-commerce, and international considerations in marketing. This is a dual enrollment course. 3 Course ID
    158454 Effective Date
    2011-01-17 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MKT 110 - Principles of Selling


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Presents a fundamental, skills-based approach to selling and relationship building. Emphasizes learning effective interpersonal communication skills in all areas of the sales process through skill-building activities. Examines entry-level sales careers in retailing, wholesaling, services and industrial selling. This is a dual enrollment course. 3 Course ID
    158455 Effective Date
    1988-06-20 Academic Group
    NDEV

Mathematics

  
  • MTH 103 - Basic Technical Mathematics I


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of MTE 1 , MTE 2 , MTE 3 .
    Presents a review of arithmetic, elements of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. Directs applications to specialty areas. 3 Course ID
    158640 Effective Date
    2011-01-17 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 111 - Technical Mathematics I


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MTE 1 -MTE 3 .
    Provides a foundation in mathematics with emphasis in arithmetic, unit conversion, basic algebra, geometry and trigonometry. This course is intended for CTE programs. 3 Course ID
    158642 Effective Date
    2004-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 120 - Introduction To Mathematics


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 , MTE 1 , MTE 2 , MTE 3 . (Intended for occupational/technical programs.)
    Introduces number systems, logic, basic algebra, and descriptive statistics. 3 Course ID
    158648 Effective Date
    2011-10-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 130 - Fundamentals of Reasoning


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Competency in MTE 1 -MTE 3  as demonstrated through placement or unit completion or equivalent.
    Presents elementary concepts of algebra, linear graphing, financial literacy, descriptive statistics, and measurement & geometry. Based on college programs being supported by this course, colleges may opt to add additional topics such as logic or trigonometry. This course is intended for occupational/technical programs. 3 Course ID
    572963 Effective Date
    2018-03-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 132 - Business Mathematics


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Competency in MTE 1 -MTE 3  or as demonstrated through placement or unit completion or equivalent.
    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, investments, and annuities. This course is intended for occupational/technical programs. 3 Course ID
    572968 Effective Date
    2018-03-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 141 - Business Mathematics I


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 , MTE 1 , MTE 2 , MTE 3 .
    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, investments, and annuities. Part I of II. 3 Course ID
    158651 Effective Date
    2003-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 151 - Mathematics For The Liberal Arts I


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 , MTE 1 , MTE 2 , MTE 3 , MTE 4 , MTE 5 .
    Presents topics in sets, logic, numeration systems, geometric systems, and elementary computer concepts. 3 Course ID
    158655 Effective Date
    2011-01-17 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 152 - Mathematics For The Liberal Arts II


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1 or ENF 2, MTE 1,2,3,4,5.
    Presents topics in functions, combinations, probability, statistics and algebraic systems. 3 Course ID
    158656 Effective Date
    2011-01-17 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 154 - Quantitative Reasoning


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Competency in MTE 1 -MTE 5  as demonstrated through placement or unit completion or equivalent
    Presents topics in proportional reasoning, modeling, financial literacy and validity studies (logic and set theory). Focuses on the process of taking a real-world situation, identifying the mathematical foundation needed to address the problem, solving the problem and applying what is learned to the original situation. Passport Certified Course. 3 Course ID
    572773 Effective Date
    2022-04-06 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 161 - PreCalculus I


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Competency in MTE 1 -MTE 9  as demonstrated through placement or unit completion or equivalent.
    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: Precalculus I and MTH 167: Precalculus with Trigonometry or equivalent. This is a dual enrollment course. Passport Certified Course. 3 Course ID
    572775 Effective Date
    2022-04-06 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 162 - PreCalculus II


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Placement or completion of MTH 161 : Precalculus I or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
    Presents trigonometry, trigonometric applications including Law of Sines and Cosines and an introduction to conics. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 162: Precalculus II and MTH 167: Precalculus with Trigonometry or equivalent. This is a dual enrollment course. Passport Certified Course. 3 Course ID
    158661 Effective Date
    2018-03-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 163 - Precalculus I


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 , MTE 1 , MTE 2 , MTE 3 , MTE 4 , MTE 5 , MTE 6 , MTE 7 , MTE 8 , MTE 9 .
    Presents college algebra, matrices, and algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions. This is a dual enrollment course. 3 Course ID
    158662 Effective Date
    2011-01-17 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 164 - Precalculus II


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 163 .
    Presents trigonometry, analytic geometry, and sequences and series. This is a dual enrollment course. 3 Course ID
    158663 Effective Date
    1994-08-22 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 168 - Precalculus II with Introductory Calculus


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 163  or equivalent. (Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 164  and MTH 168.)
    Presents trigonometric functions, analytic geometry, limits, continuity, and an introduction to the derivative. 3 Course ID
    158666 Effective Date
    2011-01-17 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 175 - Calculus of One Variable I


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 , MTE 1 , MTE 2 , MTE 3 , MTE 4 , MTE 5 , MTE 6 , MTE 7 , MTE 8 , MTE 9 . (Credit will not be awarded for more than one of MTH 173, MTH 175, or MTH 273 .)
    Presents differential calculus of one variable including the theory of limits, derivatives, differentials, antiderivatives and applications to algebraic and transcendental functions. Designed for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs. 3 Course ID
    158671 Effective Date
    1991-08-22 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 176 - Calculus of One Variable II


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 175 . (Credit will not be awarded for more than one of MTH 174, MTH 176, or MTH 274 .)
    Continues the study of integral calculus of one variable including indefinite integral, definite integral and methods of integration with applications to algebraic and transcendental functions. Designed for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs. 3 Course ID
    158672 Effective Date
    1990-01-08 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 241 - Statistics I


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): a placement recommendation for MTH 241, and successful completion of MTH 163  or MTH 166 or equivalent. (Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 240 and MTH 241.)
    Covers descriptive statistics, elementary probability, probability distributions, estimation, and hypothesis testing. This is a dual enrollment course. 3 Course ID
    158678 Effective Date
    2011-01-17 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 242 - Statistics II


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 241  or equivalent.
    Continues the study of estimation and hypothesis testing with emphasis on correlation and regression, analysis of variance, chi-square tests, and non-parametric methods. This is a dual enrollment course. 3 Course ID
    549420 Effective Date
    2012-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 245 - Statistics I


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of MTH 154  or MTH 161  or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
    Presents an overview of statistics, including descriptive statistics, elementary probability, probability distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, and linear regression. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 155: Statistical Reasoning and MTH 245: Statistics I or equivalent. Passport Certified Course. 3 Course ID
    572964 Effective Date
    2022-03-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 263 - Calculus I


    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of MTH 167 or MTH 161 /MTH 162  or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
    Presents concepts of limits, derivatives, differentiation of various types of functions and use of differentiation rules, application of differentiation, antiderivatives, integrals and applications of integration. This is a dual enrollment course. Passport Certified Course. 4 Course ID
    572965 Effective Date
    2018-03-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 264 - Calculus II


    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of MTH 263  or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
    Continues the study of calculus of algebraic and transcendental functions including rectangular, polar, and parametric graphing, indefinite and definite integrals, methods of integration, and power series along with applications. Features instruction for mathematical, physical and engineering science programs. This is a dual enrollment course. Passport Certified Course. 4 Course ID
    573376 Effective Date
    2018-03-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 273 - Calculus I


    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 , MTE 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9. (Credit will not be awarded for more than one of MTH 173, MTH 175  or MTH 273.)
    Presents topics in differential calculus of one variable including the theory of limits, derivatives, differentials, definite and indefinite integrals and applications to algebraic and transcendental functions. Designed for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs. This is a dual enrollment course. 4 Course ID
    158683 Effective Date
    1988-06-20 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MTH 274 - Calculus II


    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 273  or equivalent. (Credit will not be awarded for more than one of MTH 174, MTH 176  or MTH 274.)
    Covers vectors in three dimensions, definite integrals, methods of integration, indeterminate forms, partial differentiation, and multiple integrals. Designed for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs. This is a dual enrollment course. 4 Course ID
    158684 Effective Date
    1988-06-20 Academic Group
    NDEV

Math Direct Enrollment

  
  • MDE 10 - Introduction to Algebra


    3 credit(s)
    Covers topics in arithmetic through introduction to variables and equations. 3 Course ID
    582476 Effective Date
    2022-01-01 Academic Group
    DEV
  
  • MDE 54 - Learning Support for Quantitative Reasoning


    3 credit(s)
    Corequisite(s): Corequisite: MTH 154  
    Provides support to ensure success for students co-enrolled in Quantitative Reasoning (MTH 154). Course will review foundational topics through direct instruction, guided practice, and individualized support. 3 Course ID
    582478 Effective Date
    2022-01-01 Academic Group
    DEV
  
  • MDE 60 - Intermediate Algebra


    Covers topics in algebra.  Course ID
    582477 Effective Date
    2022-01-01 Academic Group
    DEV
  
  • MDE 61 - Learning Support for Pre-Calculus


    3 credit(s)
    Corequisite(s): Corequisite: MTH 161  
    Provides support to ensure success for students co-enrolled in Pre-Calculus (MTH 161 ). Course will review foundational topics through direct instruction, guided practice, and individualized support. 3 Course ID
    582479 Effective Date
    2022-01-01 Academic Group
    DEV

Math Essentials

  
  • MTE 1 - Operations with Positive Fractions


    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): qualifying placement score.
    Includes operations and problem solving with proper fractions, improper fractions, and mixed numbers without the use of a calculator. Emphasizes applications and includes U. S. customary units of measure. Credit is not applicable toward graduation. 1 Course ID
    546070 Effective Date
    2011-10-01 Academic Group
    DEV
  
  • MTE 2 - Operations with Positive Decimals and Percents


    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MTE 1  or qualifying placement score.
    Includes operations and problem solving with positive decimals and percents. Emphasizes applications and includes U. S. customary and metric units of measure. Credit is not applicable toward graduation. 1 Course ID
    546071 Effective Date
    2011-10-01 Academic Group
    DEV
  
  • MTE 3 - Algebra Basics


    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MTE 2  or qualifying placement score.
    Includes basic operations with algebraic expressions and solving simple algebraic equations using signed numbers with emphasis on applications. Credit is not applicable toward graduation. 1 Course ID
    546072 Effective Date
    2011-10-01 Academic Group
    DEV
  
  • MTE 4 - First Degree Equations and Inequalities in One Variable


    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MTE 3  or qualifying placement score.
    Includes solving first degree equations and inequalities containing one variable, and using them to solve application problems. Emphasizes applications and problem solving. Credit is not applicable toward graduation. 1 Course ID
    546073 Effective Date
    2011-10-01 Academic Group
    DEV
  
  • MTE 5 - Linear Equations, Inequalities and Systems of Linear Equations in Two Variables


    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MTE 4  or qualifying placement score.
    Includes finding the equation of a line, graphing linear equations and inequalities in two variables and solving systems of two linear equations. Emphasizes writing and graphing equations using the slope of the line and points on the line, and applications. Credit is not applicable toward graduation. 1 Course ID
    546074 Effective Date
    2011-10-01 Academic Group
    DEV
  
  • MTE 6 - Exponents, Factoring and Polynomial Equations


    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MTE 5  or qualifying placement score.
    The student will learn to perform operations on exponential expressions and polynomials. Students will also learn techniques to factor polynomials and use these techniques to solve polynomial equations. Emphasis should be on learning all the different factoring methods, and solving application problems using polynomial equations. Credit is not applicable toward graduation. 1 Course ID
    546075 Effective Date
    2011-10-01 Academic Group
    DEV
  
  • MTE 7 - Rational Expressions and Equations


    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MTE 6  or qualifying placement score.
    Includes simplifying rational algebraic expressions, solving rational algebraic equations and solving applications that use rational algebraic equations. Credit is not applicable toward graduation. 1 Course ID
    546076 Effective Date
    2011-10-01 Academic Group
    DEV
  
  • MTE 8 - Rational Exponents and Radicals


    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MTE 7  or qualifying placement score.
    Includes simplifying radical expressions, using rational exponents, solving radical equations and solving applications using radical equations. Credit is not applicable toward graduation. 1 Course ID
    546077 Effective Date
    2011-10-01 Academic Group
    DEV
  
  • MTE 9 - Functions, Quadratic Equations and Parabolas


    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MTE 8  or qualifying placement score.
    Includes an introduction to functions in ordered pair, graph, and equation form. Also introduces quadratic functions, their properties and their graphs. Credit is not applicable toward graduation. 1 Course ID
    546078 Effective Date
    2011-10-01 Academic Group
    DEV

Music

  
  • MUS 121 - Music Appreciation


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    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, discovering representative works and milestones in western society. Develops techniques for listening analytically and critically. Reviews historical development and significance of art music within the context of evolving societal structures. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course. 3 3 Course ID
    158692 Effective Date
    2011-01-17 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MUS 221 - 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 including parallel movements within the arts. Develops techniques for listening analytically and critically to music. MUS 221 and 222 may transfer as the same course. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course. 3 3 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • MUS 222 - 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 including parallel movements within the arts. Develops techniques for listening analytically and critically to music. MUS 221 and 222 may transfer as the same course. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course. 3 3 Academic Group
    NDEV

Natural Science

  
  • NAS 125 - 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 earth science teachers. This is a dual enrollment course. 3 2 5 Course ID
    158850 Effective Date
    2007-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • NAS 131 - Astronomy I


    4 credit(s)
    Studies the major and minor bodies of the solar system, stars and nebulae of the Milky Way, and extragalactic objects. Examines life and death of stars, origin of the universe, history of astronomy, and instruments and techniques of observation. Part I of II. This course is cross-listed with PHY 141. Credit will not be awarded for both. 3 3 6 Course ID
    158852 Effective Date
    2014-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV

Nursing

  
  • NSG 100 - Introduction to Nursing Concepts


    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 141  or BIO 231 or NAS 161.
    Introduces concepts of nursing practice and conceptual learning. 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 laboratories, clinical/ community settings, and/or simulated environments. 3 3 6 Course ID
    570427 Effective Date
    2017-07-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • NSG 106 - Competencies for Nursing Practice


    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MTE 1 -MTE 5  and BIO 141  (or BIO 231 or NAS 161).
    Focuses on the application of concepts through clinical skill development. Emphasizes the use of clinical judgment in skill acquisition. Includes principles of safety, evidence-based practice, informatics and math computational skills. Prepares students to demonstrate competency in specific skills and drug dosage calculation including the integration of skills in the care of clients in simulated settings. Provides supervised learning experiences in college nursing laboratories, clinical/ community settings, and/or simulated environments. 1 3 4 Course ID
    570428 Effective Date
    2022-04-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • NSG 130 - Professional Nursing Concepts


    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 141  or BIO 231 or NAS 161.
    Introduces the role of the professional nurse and fundamental concepts in professional development. Focuses on professional identity, legal/ethical issues and contemporary trends in professional nursing. 1 1 Course ID
    570429 Effective Date
    2017-07-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • NSG 152 - Health Care Participant


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 142  (or BIO 232 or NAS 162), NSG 100 , NSG 106 , NSG 130  and NSG 200  
    Corequisite(s): BIO 150  or BIO 205.
    Focuses on the health and wellness of diverse individuals, families, and the community throughout the lifespan. Covers concepts that focus on client attributes and preferences regarding healthcare. Emphasizes population-focused care. Provides supervised learning experiences in college nursing laboratories, clinical/ community settings, and/or cooperating agencies, and/ or simulated environments. 2 3 5 Delete Co-ReqCourse ID
    570431 Effective Date
    2019-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • NSG 170 - Health/Illness Concepts


    6 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 142  (or BIO 232 or NAS 162), NSG 100 , NSG 106 , NSG 130  and NSG 200  
    Corequisite(s): BIO 150  or BIO 205.
    Focuses on the nursing care of individuals and/or families throughout the lifespan with an emphasis on health and illness concepts. Includes concepts of nursing care for the antepartum client and clients with common and predictable illnesses. Provides supervised learning experiences in college nursing laboratories, clinical/community settings, and/or simulated environments. 4 6 10 Delete co-reqCourse ID
    570432 Effective Date
    2019-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • NSG 200 - Health Promotion and Assessment


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 141  (or BIO 231 or NAS 161).
    Introduces assessment and health promotion for the individual and family. Includes assessment of infants, children, adults, geriatric clients and pregnant females. Emphasizes health history and the acquisition of physical assessment skills with underlying concepts of development, communication, and health promotion. Prepares students to demonstrate competency in the assessment of clients across the lifespan. Provides supervised learning experiences in college nursing laboratories, clinical/ community settings, and/or simulated environments. 2 3 5 Course ID
    570430 Effective Date
    2017-07-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • NSG 210 - Health Care Concepts I


    5 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 150  (or BIO 205), NSG 152  and NSG 170 .
    Focuses on care of clients across the lifespan in multiple settings including concepts related to physiological health alterations and reproduction. Emphasizes the nursing process in the development of clinical judgment for clients with multiple needs. Provides supervised learning experiences in college nursing laboratories, clinical/community settings, and/or simulated environments. Part I of II. 3 6 9 Course ID
    570433 Effective Date
    2017-07-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • NSG 211 - Health Care Concepts II


    5 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 150  (or BIO 205), NSG 152  and NSG 170 .
    Focuses on care of clients across the lifespan in multiple settings including concepts related to psychological and physiological health alterations. Emphasizes the nursing process in the development of clinical judgment for clients with multiple needs. Provides supervised learning experiences in college nursing laboratories, clinical/ community settings, and/or simulated environments. Part II of II. 3 6 9 Course ID
    570435 Effective Date
    2017-07-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • NSG 230 - Advanced Professional Nursing Concepts


    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): NSG 210  and NSG 211 .
    Develops the role of the professional nurse in the healthcare environment in preparation for practice as a registered nurse. Introduces leadership and management concepts and focuses on the integration of professional behaviors in a variety of healthcare settings. 2 2 Course ID
    570436 Effective Date
    2017-07-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • NSG 252 - Complex Health Care Concepts


    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): NSG 210  and NSG 211 .
    Focuses on nursing care of diverse individuals and families integrating complex health concepts. Emphasizes clinical judgment, patient-centered care and collaboration. 4 4 Course ID
    570437 Effective Date
    2017-07-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • NSG 270 - Nursing Capstone


    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): NSG 210  and NSG 211 .
    Provides students with the opportunity to comprehensively apply and integrate learned concepts from previous nursing courses into a capstone experience. Emphasizes the mastery of patient- centered care, safety, nursing judgment, professional behaviors, informatics, quality improvement, and collaboration in the achievement of optimal outcomes of care. Provides supervised learning experiences in faculty and/or preceptor-guided college nursing laboratories, clinical/community settings, and/or simulated environments. 12 12 Course ID
    570438 Effective Date
    2017-07-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • NUR 120 - Nurse Terminology and Charting


    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or ENG 111  ready.
    Focuses on basic terminology used in nursing. Emphasizes combining word forms and applications to nursing situations and the patient’s record. This is a dual enrollment course. 2 Course ID
    158966 Effective Date
    2011-01-17 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • NUR 135 - Drug Dosage Calculations


    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Basic math and demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or ENG 111  ready and MTE 1 -MTE 3 .
    Teaches apothecary, metric, household conversion; reading of drug orders and labels. Provides a practical approach to learning to prepare dosages and solutions, including calculating intravenous flow rates and pediatric drugs. 2 Course ID
    158968 Effective Date
    2011-01-17 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • NUR 293 - Studies In


    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Must be enrolled in the ADN program in good standing going into second year.
    Covers new content not covered in existing courses in the discipline. Allows instructor to explore content and instructional methods to assess the course’s viability as a permanent offering. 2 Course ID
    544176 Effective Date
    2011-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV

Physical Education

  
  • PED 101 - Fundamentals of Physical Activity I


    2 credit(s)
    Presents principles underlying the components of physical fitness. Utilizes conditioning activities involving cardiovascular strength and endurance, respiratory efficiency, muscular strength, and flexibility. May include fitness assessment, nutrition and weight control information, and concepts of wellness. Part I of II. 0 4 4 Course ID
    159314 Effective Date
    1989-01-09 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • PED 103 - Aerobic Fitness I


    1 credit(s)
    Develops cardiovascular fitness through activities designed to elevate and sustain heart rates appropriate to age and physical condition. Part I of II. Variable hours per week. Course ID
    159316 Effective Date
    2011-01-18 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • PED 104 - Aerobic Fitness II


    1 credit(s)
    Develops cardiovascular fitness through activities designed to elevate and sustain heart rates appropriate to age and physical condition. Part II of II. Variable hours per week. Course ID
    159317 Effective Date
    2011-01-18 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • PED 105 - Aerobic Dance I


    1 credit(s)
    Focuses on physical fitness through dance exercises. Emphasizes the development of cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, and flexibility. Part I of II. Variable hours per week. Course ID
    159318 Effective Date
    2011-01-18 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • PED 106 - Aerobic Dance II


    1 credit(s)
    Focuses on physical fitness through dance exercises. Emphasizes the development of cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, and flexibility. Part II of II Variable hours per week. Course ID
    159319 Effective Date
    2007-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • PED 110 - Zumba


    1 credit(s)
    Focuses on Latin rhythms, dance moves and techniques in Zumba. Utilizes physical activity, cardiovascular endurance, balance, coordination and flexibility as related to dance. 0 2 Course ID
    544876 Effective Date
    2014-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  
  • PED 129 - Self Defense


    2 credit(s)
    Examines history, techniques, and movements associated with self-defense. Introduces the skills and methods of self- defense emphasizing mental and physical discipline. 0 4 4 Course ID
    159329 Effective Date
    2011-01-18 Academic Group
    NDEV
 

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