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Description of Courses

 

Health Information Management
  

  • HIM 254 - Advanced Coding and Reimbursement

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): HIM 253   and BIO 100  
    Stresses advanced coding skills through practical exercises using actual medical records. Introduces CPT-4 coding system and guidelines for out-patient/ambulatory surgery coding. Introduces prospective payment system and its integration with ICD-CM-9 coding. 3-4 College reading and writing competence required.Course ID
    509891 Effective Date
    2022-05-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • HIM 296 - On-Site Training

    3 credit(s)
    Specializes in career orientation and training program without pay in selected businesses and industry, supervised and coordinated by the college. Credit/work ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours per week. Course ID
    555656 Effective Date
    2013-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV

Human Services
  

  • HMS 100 - Introduction To Human Services

    3 credit(s)
    Introduces human service agencies, roles and careers. Presents an historical perspective of the field as it relates to human services today. Additional topics include values clarification and needs of target populations. 3 Course ID
    157038 Effective Date
    2011-01-17 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • HMS 121 - Basic Counseling Skills I

    3 credit(s)
    Develops skills needed to function in a helping relationship. Emphasizes skills in attending, listening and responding. Clarifies personal skill strengths, deficits and goals for skill improvement. 3 Course ID
    157039 Effective Date
    2009-09-17 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • HMS 141 - Group Dynamics I

    3 credit(s)
    Examines the stages of group development, group dynamics, the role of the leader in a group, and recognition of the various types of group processes. Discusses models of group dynamics that occur as a result of group membership dynamics. 3 Course ID
    157041 Effective Date
    1988-06-20 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • HMS 145 - Effects of Psychoactive Drugs

    3 credit(s)
    Provides information on the biochemical, physiological, and behavioral aspects of substance addiction and will review the symptoms of addiction. Emphasizes areas of chemical dependency, medical epidemiology, physiological threats of addiction and methods of identifying multiple drug abusers. 3 Course ID
    577590 Effective Date
    2019-05-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • HMS 190 - Coordinated Internship

    3 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. Course ID
    157043 Effective Date
    2011-01-17 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • HMS 220 - Addiction & Prevention

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Examines the impact of drugs and addiction on individuals and their families. Explores the myths about various drugs and their benefit or lack of benefit. 3 Course ID
    157049 Effective Date
    1998-08-21 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • HMS 225 - Functional Family Intervention

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completio ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Provides an understanding of functions and dysfunctions within the family. Emphasizes the development of effective skills through an interpersonal/interactional approach to family intervention. 3 Course ID
    157050 Effective Date
    2011-01-17 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • HMS 226 - Helping Across Cultures

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Provides a historical overview of selected cultural and racial groups. Promotes understanding of group differences and the impact on counseling services. 3 Course ID
    157051 Effective Date
    2011-01-17 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • HMS 227 - The Helper As A Change Agent

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): demonstrated proficiency on the placement examination or successful completion of ENF 1  or ENF 2 .
    Teaches the following skills for implementing alternative models of change and influence: action research, problem-solving, consultation, workshop development, and outreach and advocacy for diverse client populations. 3 Course ID
    157052 Effective Date
    2011-01-17 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3 Course ID
    157055 Effective Date
    1991-01-10 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3 Course ID
    157058 Effective Date
    2004-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3 Course ID
    577445 Effective Date
    2019-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • HMS 258 - Case Management & 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. 3 Course ID
    157060 Effective Date
    1998-08-21 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3 Course ID
    161130 Effective Date
    2002-08-22 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3 Course ID
    157061 Effective Date
    2013-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3 Course ID
    157062 Effective Date
    2013-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3 Course ID
    536910 Effective Date
    2011-01-18 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3 Course ID
    157063 Effective Date
    1998-08-21 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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.

      3 Course ID
    157064 Effective Date
    1998-08-21 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. Course ID
    157066 Effective Date
    2004-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV

Hotel-Restaurant-Inst Mgmt (HRI)
  

  • HRI 101 - Hotel-Restaurant Organization and 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. 3 Course ID
    509145 Effective Date
    2005-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • HRI 102 - Hotel-Restaurant Organization and 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. 3 Course ID
    538750 Effective Date
    2009-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 1 Course ID
    534771 Effective Date
    2008-08-06 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 2-3 1-3 3-5 Course ID
    539052 Effective Date
    2009-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 2-3 1-3 3-5 Course ID
    540340 Effective Date
    2010-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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.) 1 Course ID
    540341 Effective Date
    2010-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3 3 6 Course ID
    536511 Effective Date
    2011-01-18 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 1 Course ID
    536512 Effective Date
    2009-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 2 3 5 Course ID
    157208 Effective Date
    2009-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 2-3 0-3 3-5 Course ID
    538751 Effective Date
    2009-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3 Course ID
    534139 Effective Date
    2008-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3 Course ID
    538752 Effective Date
    2009-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3 Course ID
    534143 Effective Date
    2008-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3 Course ID
    538753 Effective Date
    2009-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • HRI 195 - 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. Course ID
    535649 Effective Date
    2011-01-18 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3 Course ID
    538754 Effective Date
    2009-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV

Humanities
  

  • 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. This is a dual enrollment course. 3 Course ID
    157302 Effective Date
    2008-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • HUM 112 - Great Books I 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. This is a dual enrollment course. 3 Course ID
    157303 Effective Date
    2008-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3 Course ID
    502438 Effective Date
    2009-03-04 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • HUM 201 - Early Humanities

    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. This is a dual enrollment course. 3 Course ID
    157305 Effective Date
    2022-05-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • HUM 201 - Early Humanities

    3 credit(s)
    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, and philosophy within the context of history. The assignments in this course require college-level reading, analysis of scholarly studies, and coherent communication through properly cited and formatted written reports 3
  

  • HUM 202 - Modern Humanities

    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. This is a dual enrollment course. 3 Course ID
    157306 Effective Date
    2022-05-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • HUM 202 - Modern Humanities

    Examines the values and expression of ideas of selected western and non-western cultures from the 1300s until 1900s, integrating the visual arts, literature, religion, music and philosophy within the context of history. The assignments in this course require college-level reading, analysis of scholarly studies, and coherent communication through properly cited and formatted written reports. 3
  

  • HUM 210 - Introduction to Women and Gender 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. 3 Course ID
    157307 Effective Date
    2022-05-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • HUM 210 - Introduction to Women and Gender Studies

    3 credit(s)
    Broadens understanding and awareness of women by exploring different cultural, historical, and gendered experiences of social groups throughout the world in relationship to such fields as art, literature, religion, philosophy, social sciences, and music. The assignments in this course require college-level reading, analysis of scholarly studies, and coherent communication through properly cited and formatted written reports. 3
  

  • 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. 3 Course ID
    157310 Effective Date
    2011-01-17 Academic Group
    NDEV

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. 1 Course ID
    541704 Effective Date
    2011-01-18 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • IND 108 - Technician 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. 2 2 4 Course ID
    157388 Effective Date
    2001-08-23 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 2-3 Course ID
    582390 Effective Date
    2022-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 4 Course ID
    157389 Effective Date
    1988-06-20 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 2 2 4
  

  • 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. 3 Course ID
    551290 Effective Date
    2013-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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 2 Course ID
    506857 Effective Date
    2009-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • IND 149 - 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. 1 Course ID
    545157 Effective Date
    2011-05-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 2-3 0-2 2-4 Course ID
    539121 Effective Date
    2009-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 1 8 9 Course ID
    555651 Effective Date
    2014-06-06 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 1 8 9 Course ID
    554052 Effective Date
    2013-12-13 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • IND 193 - IND 193 - Studies In

    3 credit(s)
    Covers operations of how to operate a forklift. Studies in warehouse and distribution operation. Variable hours per week. Course ID
    545158 Effective Date
    2011-05-31 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • IND 195 - Topic in

    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. 1 Course ID
    157391 Effective Date
    2011-01-17 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 2 2 4 Course ID
    157393 Effective Date
    1988-06-20 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 2 2 4
  

  • IND 250 - 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. 0-2 2 4-9 Course ID
    545156 Effective Date
    2011-05-01 Academic Group
    NDEV

Information Technology Database and Design
  

  • 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. This is a dual enrollment course. 3-4 Course ID
    157560 Effective Date
    2004-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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). This is a dual enrollment course. 3-4 Course ID
    508737 Effective Date
    2005-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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). This is a dual enrollment course. 3-4 Course ID
    157598 Effective Date
    2007-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV

Information Technology Essentials
  

  • ITE 100 - Introduction To Information Systems

    3 credit(s)
    Covers the fundamentals of computers and computing and topics which include impact of computers on society, ethical issues, and terminology. Provides discussion about available hardware and software as well as their application. 3 Course ID
    157542 Effective Date
    2016-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • ITE 101 - Introduction To Microcomputers

    1-2 credit(s)
    Examines concepts and terminology related to microcomputers and introduces specific uses of microcomputers. 1-2 Course ID
    157544 Effective Date
    2004-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 1-2 Course ID
    505556 Effective Date
    2011-01-18 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. This is a dual enrollment course. 3-4 Course ID
    157551 Effective Date
    2022-05-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3 Course ID
    543245 Effective Date
    2022-05-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3-4 Course ID
    157559 Effective Date
    2011-01-17 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • ITE 140 - Spreadsheet Software I

    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. 3-4 Course ID
    157556 Effective Date
    2022-05-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. This is a dual enrollment course. 3-4 Course ID
    157563 Effective Date
    2022-05-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • ITE 152 - Introduction to Digital and Information Literacy and Computer Applications

    3 credit(s)
    Develops understanding of digital and information literacy. Introduces basic computer concepts in hardware, software, cyber, cloud, database, and operating systems. Includes hands-on experience developing word processing, spreadsheet and presentation documents. Evaluates the reliability of sources. Covers creating a simple web page. Examines topics such as social, legal, and ethical issues. 3 Course ID
    582516 Effective Date
    2022-05-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3-4 Course ID
    161132 Effective Date
    2011-01-18 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. This is a dual enrollment course. 3-4 Course ID
    501786 Effective Date
    2011-01-18 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. Course ID
    505558 Effective Date
    2011-01-18 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3-4 Course ID
    510368 Effective Date
    2005-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. Course ID
    506959 Effective Date
    2022-05-01 Academic Group
    NDEV

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. This is a dual enrollment course. 3-4 Course ID
    157589 Effective Date
    2004-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. This is a dual enrollment course. 3-4 Course ID
    537126 Effective Date
    2016-03-14 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • ITN 107 - Personal Computer Hardware & 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. This is a dual enrollment course. 3-4 Course ID
    157595 Effective Date
    2011-01-17 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • ITN 111 - Server Administration

    3 credit(s)
    Covers installation, configuration, administration, management, maintenance, and troubleshooting of a server in a networked environment. This is a dual enrollment course. 3-4 Course ID
    514701 Effective Date
    2013-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • ITN 124 - Wireless-Network Administration (WNA)

    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. 3-4 Course ID
    539120 Effective Date
    2009-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • ITN 154 - Network Fundamentals, Router Basics, and Configuration (ICND1) - 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. 3-4 Course ID
    160832 Effective Date
    2010-01-02 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. 3-4 Course ID
    160838 Effective Date
    2011-01-18 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • ITN 170 - Linux System Administration

    3 credit(s)
    Focuses instruction on the installation, configuration and administration of the Linux operating system and emphasizes the use of Linux as a network client and workstation. 3-4 Course ID
    577594 Effective Date
    2019-05-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • ITN 213 - Information Storage and Management

    3 credit(s)
    Focuses on advanced storage systems, protocol, and architectures including Storage Area Networks (SAN), Network Attached Storage (NAS), Fibre Channel Networks, Internet Protocol SANs (IPSAN), iSCSI, and Content Addressable Storage (CAS). 3-4 Course ID
    579766 Effective Date
    2019-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • ITN 257 - Cloud Computing: Infrastructure and Services

    3 credit(s)
    Focuses on cloud infrastructure, deployment, security models, and the key considerations in migrating to cloud computing. Covers the technologies and processes required to build traditional, virtualized, and cloud data center environments, including computation, storage, networking, desktop and application virtualization, business continuity, security, and management. 3-4 Course ID
    579607 Effective Date
    2019-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. This is a dual enrollment course. 3-4 Course ID
    537302 Effective Date
    2011-01-18 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • ITN 261 - Network Attacks, Computer Crime and Hacking

    3 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. This is a dual enrollment course. 3-4 Course ID
    546925 Effective Date
    2013-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • ITN 262 - Network Communication, Security and Authentication

    3 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. This is a dual enrollment course. 3-4 Course ID
    569466 Effective Date
    2017-03-29 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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). This is a dual enrollment course. 3-4 Course ID
    573422 Effective Date
    2007-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • ITN 266 - Network Security Layers

    3 credit(s)
    Provides an in-depth exploration of various security layers needed to protect the network. Explores Network Security from the viewpoint of the environment in which the network operates and the necessity to secure that environment to lower the security risk to the network. Includes physical security, personnel security, operating system security, software security and database security. 3-4 Course ID
    571151 Effective Date
    2017-10-02 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • ITN 267 - ITN 267 Legal Topics in Network Security ( 3- 4 CR)

    3 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. This is a dual enrollment course. 3-4 Course ID
    509437 Effective Date
    2005-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. Course ID
    549141 Effective Date
    2012-01-01 Academic Group
    NDEV

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. 3-4 Course ID
    157578 Effective Date
    2004-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
  

  • 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. This is a dual enrollment course. 3-4 Course ID
    157568 Effective Date
    2004-08-01 Academic Group
    NDEV
 

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