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    HIST 1301 - United States History I


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, and intellectual history of the United States from the pre-Columbian era to the Civil War/Reconstruction period. United States History I includes the study of pre-Columbian, colonial, revolutionary, early national, slavery and sectionalism, and the Civil War/Reconstruction eras. Themes that may be addressed in United States History I include: American settlement and diversity, American culture, religion, civil and human rights, technological change, economic change, immigration and migration, and creation of the federal government.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 54.0102.51 25

  
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    HIST 1302 - United States History II


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, and intellectual history of the United States from the Civil War/Reconstruction era to the present. United States History II examines industrialization, immigration, world wars, the Great Depression, Cold War and post-Cold War eras. Themes that may be addressed in United States History II include: American culture, religion, civil and human rights, technological change, economic change, immigration and migration, urbanization and suburbanization, the expansion of the federal government, and the study of U.S. foreign policy.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 54.0102.51 25

  
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    HIST 2301 - Texas History


    Prerequisites: Credit for three semester hours of history.

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    A survey of the political, social, economic, cultural, and intellectual history of Texas from the pre-Columbian era to the present. Themes that may be addressed in Texas History include: Spanish colonization and Spanish Texas; Mexican Texas; the Republic of Texas; statehood and secession; oil, industrialization, and urbanization; civil rights; and modern Texas.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 54.0102.52 25

  
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    HIST 2311 - Western Civilization I


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of Europe and the Mediterranean world from human origins to the 17th century. Themes that should be addressed in Western Civilization I include the cultural legacies of Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, Byzantium, Islamic civilizations, and Europe through the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Reformations.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 54.0101.54 25

  
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    HIST 2312 - Western Civilization II


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of Europe and the Mediterranean world from the 17th century to the modern era. Themes that should be addressed in Western Civilization II include absolutism and constitutionalism, growth of nation states, the Enlightenment, revolutions, classical liberalism, industrialization, imperialism, global conflict, the Cold War, and globalism.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 54.0101.54 25

  
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    HIST 2313 - History of England I


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Survey of the political, social, economic, military, cultural, and intellectual development of England from prehistory to 1600.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 54.0101.54 25

  
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    HIST 2314 - History of England II


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Survey of the political, social, economic, military, cultural, and intellectual development of England from 1600 to the present.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 54.0102.54 25

  
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    HIST 2321 - World Civilizations I


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of the world from the emergence of human cultures through the 15th century. The course examines major cultural regions of the world in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania and their global interactions over time. Themes include the emergence of early societies, the rise of civilizations, the development of political and legal systems, religion and philosophy, economic systems and trans-regional networks of exchange. The course emphasizes the development, interaction and impact of global exchange.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 54.0101.53 25

  
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    HIST 2322 - World Civilizations II


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of the world from the 15th century to the present. The course examines major cultural regions of the world in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania and their global interactions over time. Themes include maritime exploration and transoceanic empires, nation/state formation and industrialization, imperialism, global conflicts and resolutions, and global economic integration. The course emphasizes the development, interaction and impact of global exchange.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 54.0101.53 25

  
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    HIST 2323 - Eastern Civilizations


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Survey of the political, social, economic, military, cultural, and intellectual development of Asia from prehistory to the present.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 54.0101.53 25

  
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    HIST 2327 - Mexican-American History I


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Historical, economic, social, and cultural development of the Mexican American experience to the 19th Century.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 05.0203.52.25

  
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    HIST 2328 - Mexican-American History II


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Historical, economic, social, and cultural development of the Mexican-American experience from the 19th Century.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 05.0203.52 25

  
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    HIST 2381 - African-American History


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Historical, economic, social, and cultural development of African-American groups.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 45.1101.53 25

  
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    HMSY 1337 - Introduction to Homeland Security


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Overview of homeland security. Evaluation of the progression of homeland security issues throughout Texas and the United States. An examination of the roles undertaken and methods used by governmental agencies and individuals to respond to those issues.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 44.0401

  
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    HMSY 1338 - Homeland Security Emergency Communication Management


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    A study of public safety communication system interactions. Topics include political and policy basis of emergency management, technology, mitigation, and disaster recovery. Includes an overview of incident command systems, emergency management, mitigation for emergency managers, and individual and community disaster education.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 44.0401

  
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    HMSY 1339 - Homeland Security Emergency Contingency Planning


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    this course is the st6udy of the procedures for establishing a process and structure for the systematic, coordinated, and effective delivery of emergency assistance to address the consequences of any major disaster or emergency occurring in any region of the U.S. or other countries. An Emergency Contingency Plan will be developed that outlines, public and private agency responses, recovery, and mitigation available to augment local, state, and federal efforts to save lives and protect public health, safety, and property. It includes an overview of the types of aid available to individuals and communities after a disaster, interagency and intergovernmental emergency preparedness, planning, training, exercises, coordination, and information exchange leading to the development of supplemental plans and procedures to implement agency response activities t rapidly and efficiently recover from the disaster or emergency.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 44.0401

  
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    HMSY 1340 - Homeland Security Intelligence Operations


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    This course is a study of the intelligence community. Its topics include the role of intelligence and law enforcement which includes the collection methods, cycle, management operations, classification, production and analysis, assessment of targets, and assessment of threat vulnerability, course development, and adjudication

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 44.0401

  
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    HMSY 1341 - Critical Infrastructure Protection


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    This course covers the identification and analysis of critical infrastructure systems including security and threat assessments, mitigation of threats, and the evaluation and revision of security measures in order to protect critical infrastructures

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 44.0401

  
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    HMSY 1342 - Understanding and Combating Terrorism


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    This course is a study of terrorism and the reasons why the United States is a terrorist target. Topics include the methods of terrorism, domestic and international terrorism, Islam, and radical Islam, terrorist operations, cyber-terrorism, narco-terrorism, the mind of the terrorist and organized crime’s impact on terrorism.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 44.0401

  
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    HMSY 1343 - Weapons of Mass Destruction


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    This course is a study of weapons of mass destruction and hazardous material incidents. It covers hazard and risk assessment, crime scene preservation, chemical agents, toxic industrial chemicals, biological agents, pathogens, radiological agents, explosive devices, detection-sampling and plume models, and decontamination methods. Topics include an overview of incident command systems and personal protection equipment, the critical role of first responders in WMD, mitigation, and survival. Community mitigation plans will be researched as well.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 44.0401

  
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    HMSY 2337 - Managing a Unified Incident Command


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    This course is a study of the common set of procedures of the unified incident command system for organizing personnel, facilities, equipment, and communications t successfully coordinate situations such as natural disasters, fires, rescue operations, kidnapping, hazardous material spills, mass casualties, terrorism, and/or weapons of mass destruction. It includes the identification and application of key roles and functional responsibilities for professionally managing these types of incidents

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 44.0401

  
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    HRPO 2301 - Human Resources Management


    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Behavioral and legal approaches to the management of human resources in organizations.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1001

  
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    HRPO 2307 - Organizational Behavior


    The analysis and application of organizational theory, group dynamics, motivation theory, leadership concepts, and the integration of interdisciplinary concepts from the behavioral sciences.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1003

  
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    HUMA 1301 - Introduction to the Humanities I


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    An interdisciplinary, multi-perspective assessment of cultural, political, philosophical, and aesthetic factors critical to the formulation of values and the historical development of the individual and of society.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 24.0103.51 12

  
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    HUMA 1302 - Introduction to the Humanities II


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    An interdisciplinary, multi-perspective assessment of cultural, political, philosophical, and aesthetic factors critical to the formulation of values and the historical development of the individual and of society.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 24.0103.51 12

  
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    HUMA 1305 - Introduction to Mexican-American Studies


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Introduction to the field of Mexican-American / Chicano/a Studies from its inception to the present. Interdisciplinary survey designed to introduce students to the salient cultural, economic, educational, historical, political, and social aspects of the Mexican-American / Chicano/a experience.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 05.0203.51 25

  
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    HUMA 1311 - Mexican-American Fine Arts Appreciation


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    An examination of Mexican-American / Chicano/a artistic expressions in the visual and performing arts.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 50.0703.54 26

  
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    HUMA 2323 - World Cultures


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Study of human beings, their antecedents and related primates, and their cultural behavior and institutions. Introduces the major sub-fields: physical and cultural anthropology, archeology, linguistics, and ethnology.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 45.0201.51 25

  
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    IBUS 1301 - Principles of Exports


    Export management processes and procedures. Includes governmental controls and compliance, licensing of products, documentation, commercial invoices, and traffic procedures.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1101

  
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    IBUS 1305 - Introduction to International Business and Trade


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    The techniques for entering the international marketplace. Emphasis on the impact and dynamics of sociocultural, demographic, economic, technological, and political-legal factors in the foreign trade environment. Topics include patterns of world trade, internationalization of the firm, and operating procedures of the multinational enterprise.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1101

  
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    IBUS 1354 - International Marketing Management


    Analysis of international marketing strategies using market trends, costs, forecasting, pricing, sourcing, and

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1101

  
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    IBUS 2345 - Import Customs Regulations


    Duties and responsibilities of the licensed customs broker. Includes processes for customs

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 5211010004

  
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    IBUS 2380 - Cooperative Education-International Business


    Career-related activities encountered in the students area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.

    Semester Hours: (3-1-20)

    CIP: 5211010004

  
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    IEIR 1343 - Industrial Equipment Maintenance


    Maintenance and repair of power transmission systems involving gear, V-belt, and chain drives with emphasis on both plain and anti-friction bearings. Introduces theory of various types of pumps and compressors. Laboratory activities include maintenance, repair, and overhaul procedures used on common process pumps and compressors.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-3)

    CIP: 47.0105

  
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    INCR 1302 - Physics of Instrumentation


    An introduction to simple control loops. Introduction to pressure, temperature, level, and flow transmitters and the various transducers used in the detection of changes in process variables.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 15.0404

  
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    INEW 2334 - Advanced Web Programming


    Prerequisites: ITSE 2302

    Programming for web authoring. Includes industry-standard languages and data stores.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0801

  
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    INRW 0304 - Integrated Reading and Writing


    Prerequisites: Must be eligible for READ 0303 and ENGL 0301

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    This course is an integration of READ 0303 and ENGL 0301. When a student passes this course with a “C” or above, the student will have satisfied reading and English requirements and will be ready for college level courses in English and reading intensive college courses.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 32.0108.53 12

  
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    INTC 1357 - AC/DC Motor Control


    Prerequisites: CETT 1305 or CETT 1409

    A study of electric motors and motor control devices common to a modern industrial environment; a presentation of motor characteristics with emphasis on starting, speed control, and stopping systems.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 15.0404

  
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    INTC 2336 - Distributed Control and Programmable Logic


    An overview of distributed control systems including configuration of programmable logic controllers, smart transmitters, and field communicators. Functions of digital systems in a process control environment.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-3)

    CIP: 15.0404

  
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    ITCC 1401 - Cisco Exploration 1 - Network Fundamentals


    A course introducing the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet. Describes the use of OSI and TCP layered models to examine the nature and roles of protocols and services at the applications, network, data link, and physical layers. Covers the principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations. Build simple LAN topologies by applying basic principles of cabling; perform basic configurations of network devices, including routers and switches; and implementing IP addressing schemes. Basic computer skills are required.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 11.1002

  
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    ITCC 1404 - Cisco Exploration 2 - Routing Protocols and Concepts


    Prerequisites: ITCC 1401 or concurrent enrollment

    This course describes the architecture, components, and operation of routers, and explains the principles of routing and routing protocols. Students analyze, configure, verify, and troubleshoot the primary routing protocols RIPv1, RIPv2, EIGRP, and OSPF. Recognize and correct common routing issues and problems. Model and analyze routing processes.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 11.1002

  
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    ITCC 2343 - Network Security


    Overall security processes with particular emphasis on hands-on skills in the following areas: security poicy design and management; security technologies; products and solutions; firewall and secure router design, installation, configuration, and maintenance; AAQA and VPN implementation using routers and firewalls.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.1002

  
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    ITCC 2408 - Cisco Exploration 3 - LAN Switching and Wireless


    Prerequisites: ITCC 1401

    This course helps students develop an in-depth understanding of how switches operate and are implemented in the LAN environment for small and large networks. Detailed explanations of LAN switch operations, VLAN implementation, Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP), VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP), Inter-VLAN routing, and wireless network operations. Analyze, configure, verify, and troubleshoot VLANs, RSTP, VTP, and wireless networks. Campus network design and Layer 3 switching concepts are introduced.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 11.1002

  
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    ITCC 2410 - Cisco Exploration 4 - Accessing the WAN


    Prerequisites: ITCC 1401, ITCC 1404 and (ITCC 2408 or concurrent enrollment)

    This course explains the principles of traffic control and access control lists (ACLs) and provides an overview of the services and protocols at the data link layer for wide-area access. Describes user access technologies and devices and discover how to implement and configure Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP), Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE), DSL, and Frame Relay. WAN security concepts, tunneling, and VPN basics are introduced. Discuss the special network services required by converged applications and an introduction to quality of service (QoS).

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 11.1002

  
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    ITDF 1300 - Introduction to Digital Forensics


    A study of the application of digital forensic science and technology to collect, analyze, document, and present information while maintaining a documented chain of custody. Overview of ethics,white collar crime, and other legal guidelines/regulations/laws. Includes overview of tools used for forensic analysis of digital devices in investigations.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.1003

  
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    ITNW 1325 - Fundamentals of Networking Technologies


    Instruction in networking technologies and their implementation. Topics include the OSI reference model, network protocols, transmission media, and networking hardware and software. Basic computer skills are required.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.1002

  
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    ITNW 1425 - Fundamentals of Networking Technologies


    Instruction in networking technologies and their implementation. Topics include the OSI reference model, network protocols, transmission media, and networking hardware and software.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.1002

  
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    ITNW 1445 - Implementing Network Directory Services


    In-depth coverage of the skills necessary to install, configure, and administer Network Directory service.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 11.0901

  
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    ITNW 1453 - Supporting Network Server Infrastructure


    Installing, configuring, managing, and supporting a network infrastructure.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.0901

  
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    ITNW 1454 - Implementing and Supporting Servers


    Implement, administer, and troubleshoot information systems that incorporate servers in a networked computing environment.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.0901

  
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    ITNW 2364 - Practicum (or Field Experience) - Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications


    Prerequisites: Consent of Faculty Advisor

    Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.

    Semester Hours: (3-0-21)

    CIP: 11.0901

  
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    ITNW 2450 - Enterprise Network


    A case study in Convergence Technologies requiring a network engineer to study a problem and design a network solution for an enterprise network.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.0901

  
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    ITSC 1301 - Introduction to Computers


    Overview of computer information systems. Introduces computer hardware, software, procedures, and human resources. Basic computer skills are required.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0101

  
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    ITSC 1305 - Introduction to PC Operating Systems


    Introduction to personal computer operating systems including installation, configuration, file management, memory and storage management, control of peripheral devices, and use of utilities. Basic computer skills are required.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0101

  
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    ITSC 1309 - Integrated Software Applications


    Integration of applications from popular business productivity software suites. Instruction in embedding data, linking and combining documents using word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and/or presentation media software. Basic computer skills are required.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0101

  
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    ITSC 1315 - Project Management Software


    Prerequisites: ITSC 1301 or equivalent

    Use of project management software for developing a project plan including timelines, milestones, scheduling, life cycle phases, management frameworks, skills, processes, and tools.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0101

  
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    ITSC 1316 - Linux Installation and Configuration


    Introduction to Linux operating system. Includes Linux installation, basic administration, utilities and commands, upgrading, networking, security, and application installation. Emphasizes hands-on setup, administration, and management of Linux. Basic computer skills are required as well as an introductory operating systems course such as ITSC 1305.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0101

  
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    ITSC 1319 - Internet/Web Page Development


    Instruction in the use of Internet concepts and the introduction to web page design and web site development. Basic computer skills are recommended.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.1004

  
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    ITSC 1325 - Personal Computer Hardware


    Prerequisites: ITSC 1301 Introduction to Computers

    A study of current personal computer hardware including personal computer assembly and upgrading, setup and configuration, and troubleshooting. This course will help in preparation for the CompTIA A+ Certification.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 47.0104

  
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    ITSC 1371 - Search Engine Optimization I


    Basic Search Engine Optimization concepts and techniques. Topics cover on-site optimization activities including keyword research and meta tag usage, as well as off-site promotion techniques including directory submissions and other common back-linking methods.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0101

  
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    ITSC 1372 - Search Engine Optimization II


    Prerequisites: ITSC 1371

    Advanced Search Engine Optimization concepts and techniques. Topics cover advanced on-site optimization activities including creation of XML site maps and optimizing for long-tail keywords; off-site promotion techniques including article submissions and back-linking blogs and social networks; website traffic analysis.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0101

  
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    ITSC 1425 - Personal Computer Hardware


    Current personal computer hardware including assembly, upgrading, setup, configuration, and troubleshooting.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 47.0104

  
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    ITSC 2321 - Integrated Software Applications II


    Prerequisites: ITSC 1309 or equivalent

    Continued study of computer applications from business productivity software suites. Instruction in embedding data and linking and combining documents using word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and/or presentation media software.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0101

  
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    ITSC 2325 - Advanced Linux


    Provides instruction in Advance Open-source Linux operating system. Develops LDAP directory services to all your clients, support users remotely, installing and configuring network services.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0101

  
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    ITSC 2339 - Personal Computer Help Desk


    Diagnosis and solution of user hardware and software related problems with on-the-job and/or simulated projects. Basic computer skills are required as well as a college level computer application course.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0101

  
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    ITSC 2364 - Practicum - Computer and Information Sciences, General


    Prerequisites: Consent of Departmental Advisor

    Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.

    Semester Hours: (3-0-21)

    CIP: 11.0101

  
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    ITSC 2439 - Personal Computer Help Desk Support


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: N/A
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: N/A
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: N/A
    Diagnosis and solution of user hardware and software related problems with on-the-job and/or simulated projects.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.0101

  
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    ITSE 1302 - Computer Programming


    Cross-Listed With: COSC 1336

    Introduction to computer programming with emphasis on the fundamentals of design, development, testing, implementation, and documentation. Includes language syntax, data and file structures, input/output devices, and files.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0201

  
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    ITSE 1306 - PHP Programming


    Introduction to PHP including the design of web-based applications, arrays, strings, regular expressions, file input/output, e-mail and database interfaces, stream and network programming, debugging, and security.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0201

  
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    ITSE 1307 - Introduction to C++ Programming


    Prerequisites: ITSE 1302 or ITSE 1311 or ITSE 1329

    Introduction to computer programming using C++. Emphasis on the fundamentals of object-oriented design with development, testing, implementation, and documentation. Includes language syntax, data and file structures, input/output devices, and files.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0201

  
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    ITSE 1311 - Beginning Web Programming


    Prerequisites: ITSC 1301 or COSC 1301 or ITSE 1329 or equivalent demonstrated competency

    Skill development in web page programming including mark-up and scripting languages.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0801

  
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    ITSE 1329 - Programming Logic and Design


    A disciplined approach to problem-solving with structured techniques and representation of algorithms using appropriate design tools. Discussion of methods for testing, evaluation, and documentation. Basic computer skills are required.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0201

  
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    ITSE 1331 - Introduction to Visual BASIC Programming


    Prerequisites: ITSE 1302

    Introduction to computer programming using Visual Basic. Emphasizes the fundamentals of structured design, development, testing, implementation, and documentation. Includes language syntax, data and file structures, input/output devices, and files.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0201

  
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    ITSE 1402 - Computer Programming


    Introduction to computer programming with emphasis on the fundamentals of design, development, testing, implementation, and documentation. Includes language syntax, data and file structures, input/output devices, and files. Basic computer skills are required.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.0201

  
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    ITSE 2302 - Intermediate Web Programming


    Prerequisites: ITSE 1311

    Techniques for web development. Includes server-side and client-side scripting.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0801

  
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    ITSE 2317 - Java Programming


    Prerequisites: ITSE 1302 or ITSE 1311 or ITSE 1329

    Introduction to object-oriented Java programming. Emphasizes the fundamental syntax and semantics of Java for applications and web applets.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0201

  
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    ITSE 2331 - Advanced C++ Programming


    Prerequisites: ITSE 1307

    Further application of C++ programming techniques including file access, abstract data structures, class inheritance, and other advanced techniques.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0201

  
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    ITSE 2386 - Internship - Computer Programming/Programmer, General


    Prerequisites: Consent of faculty advisor

    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.

    Semester Hours: (3-0-18)

    CIP: 11.0201

  
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    ITSW 1307 - Introduction to Database


    Prerequisites: Basic computer skills or ITSC 1301

    Introduction to database theory and the practical applications of a database.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0802

  
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    ITSW 2334 - Advanced Spreadsheets


    Prerequisites: POFT 1329 and ITSW 1304 or ITSC 1301 or COSC 1301. Grade of “C” or better except COSC 1301 grade of “D” or better.

    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    Advanced techniques for developing and modifying spreadsheets. Includes macros and data analysis functions.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0301

  
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    ITSW 2337 - Advanced Database


    Prerequisites: ITSW 1307 or ITSC 1301

    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    Mastery of database design and functionality.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0802

  
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    ITSY 1300 - Fundamentals of Information Security


    (Information Technology Security Academy) Basic information security goals of availability, integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality. Vocabulary and terminology specific to the field of information security are discussed. Identification of exposures and vulnerabilities and appropriate countermeasures are addressed. The importance of appropriate planning and administrative controls is also discussed.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.1003

  
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    ITSY 1342 - Information Technology Security


    Instruction in security for network hardware, software, and data, including physical security; backup procedures; relevant tools; encryption; and protection from viruses.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.1003

  
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    ITSY 1442 - Information Technology Security


    (Information Technology Security Academy) Instruction in security for network hardware, software, and data, including physical security; backup procedures; relevant tools; encryption; and protection from viruses.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.1003

  
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    ITSY 2330 - Intrusion Detection


    Prerequisites: (ITSC 1307 and ITSY 1342) or (ITSY 1300 and ITSY 1342)

    Computer information systems security monitoring, intrusion detection, and crisis management. Includes alarm management, signature configuration, sensor configuration, and troubleshooting components. Emphasizes identifying, resolving, and documenting network crises and activating the response team.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.1003

  
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    ITSY 2386 - Internship - Computer and Information Systems Security


    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.

    Semester Hours: (3-0-16)

    CIP: 11.1003

  
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    ITSY 2430 - Intrusion Detection


    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Computer information systems security monitoring, intrusion detection, and crisis management. Includes alarm management, signature configuration, sensor configuration, and troubleshooting components. Emphasizes identifying, resolving, and documenting network crises and activating the response team.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.1003

  
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    ITSY 2442 - Incident Response and Handling


    In-depth coverage of incident response and incident handling, including identifying sources of attacks and security breaches; analyzing security logs; recovering the system to normal; performing postmortem analysis; and implementing and modifying security measures.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.1003

  
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    ITSY 2443 - Computer System Forensics


    In-depth study of system forensics including methodologies used for analysis of computer security breaches. Gather and evaluate evidence to perform postmortem analysis of a security breach.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 11.1003

  
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    KINE 1101 - Aerobics I


    This course introduces students to a variety of aerobic activities focusing primarily on the development of cardiorespiratory endurance. Classes will include choreographed movements set to music and incorporate both hi/lo aerobics, step aerobics and other aerobic combinations. The course focus will also include the enhancement of muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

    CIP: 36.0108.51 23

  
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    KINE 1102 - Cardio Combo I


    This course combines hi-lo impact dance aerobics, step aerobics, cardio kickboxing and circuit/interval type workouts to assist in the reduction of body fat and promote cardio respiratory and muscular endurance. Students will use body bars, free weights, resistance balls and other specialized equipment. Nutritional principles are discussed as well.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

    CIP: 36.0108.51 23

  
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    KINE 1103 - Cardio Kickboxing I


    This course combines boxing and martial arts techniques into an exhilarating form of cardiorespiratory, muscular strength, and muscular endurance training. Additionally, the course will focus on improving flexibility.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

    CIP: 36.0108.51 23

  
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    KINE 1104 - Hi-Lo Aerobic Dance


    This course introduces students to different types of floor based aerobic movements including both hi-impact and low-impact movements. Classes will primarily focus on the enhancement of cardiorespiratory endurance and often include choreographed movements set to music. The course focus will also include the enhancement of muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

    CIP: 36.0108.51 23

  
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    KINE 1105 - Latin Cardio Dance


    This course is designed to provide a variety of rhythmic Latin style dance movements into an exhilarating and challenging form of cardiorespiratory training, of low to moderate impact. The course will improve cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility and body composition.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

    CIP: 36.0114.51 23

  
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    KINE 1106 - Step Aerobics I


    This course introduces the student to the technique of step aerobics for cardio respiratory training. Additionally, muscular strength, muscular endurance and flexibility exercises are included in the workouts.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

    CIP: 36.0108.51 23

  
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    KINE 1107 - Boxing Conditioning I


    This course is a non-contact course which introduces students to a variety of boxing movements including stance and movement, offense, and defense, footwork, and shadow boxing. Movements and activities will help the student develop cardio-respiratory endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, agility, reaction time, and improve body composition.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

    CIP: 36.0108.51 23

  
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    KINE 1110 - Basketball I


    This course is a skill development class for beginners. Students will work on daily drills and activities designed to increase skills in passing, dribbling, ball handling, defense, and shooting. Team skills will be learned after fundamentals have been mastered.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

    CIP: 36.0108.51 23

  
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    KINE 1111 - Basketball II


    Prerequisites: KINE 1110 or instructor approval

    This course is a continuation of Basketball I and will focus on the development of increased individual skills as well as introducing team strategies and techniques.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

    CIP: 36.0108.51 23

  
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    KINE 1112 - Flag Football I


    This course is designed to teach the basics of passing, catching and kicking as well as other basic fundamentals of football. Students will also study the rules and basic strategy and will be able to participate in games.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

    CIP: 36.0108.51 23

  
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    KINE 1113 - Soccer I


    This course is a basic level class. Beginning skills such as ball control, dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense will be practiced. Students will learn the rules and history of the sport.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

    CIP: 36.0108.51 23

 

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