Course Descriptions

BUS 292 - Business Internship

1. Analyze business skills to real world projects.
2. Utilize time management skills by creating and using schedules and work plans.
3. Adapt within the social, organizational and technical systems of the workplace.
4. Evaluate information so that output can conform to the employer’s product or service needs.
5. Solve assigned business-related employer problems through data analysis and information.
6. Practice tactful and professional oral and written communication.
7. Relate with staff in a respectful and collaborative manner.
8. Perform duties in a professional manner (e.g. dress, professional ethics and formal communication).
9. Perform other business duties as assigned by a supervisor.

BUS 303 - Entrepreneurship 1

1. Assess entrepreneurship as a viable career option.
2. Evaluate various forms of business ownership.
3. Develop a business plan.
4. Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of purchasing an existing business or franchise as business ownership alternatives.
5. Determine the target market most applicable to an approved small business.
6. Evaluate pricing strategies for new and existing products and services.
7. Create an advertising strategy for an approved small business.
8. Evaluate potential business locations.
9. Forecast startup costs and sales for an approved small business.

BUS 304 - Entrepreneurship 2

1. Formulate risk management strategies for a small business.
2. Develop human resource management practices for small business.
3. Evaluate impact of culture on an organization.
4. Examine principles of business law for a small business.
5. Evaluate debt and equity financing options for a small business.
6. Develop a vendor selection strategy and inventory control process.
7. Develop an e-commerce strategy for a small business.
8. Design a code of ethics for a small business.
9. Assess small business practices in the global marketplace.

BUS 426 - Marketing Strategies

1. Develop an original marketing plan for an approved company.
2. Analyze the business environment and complete a SWOT analysis.
3. Develop three marketing objectives with methods for their implementation.
4. Assess marketing research using demographic, geographic and/or psychographic tools.
5. Identify target markets and segments for this original marketing plan.
6. Analyze product mix and product lines.
7. Evaluate service quality using industry tools or standards.
8. Develop pricing strategies appropriate for this plan.
9. Create appropriate traditional and non-traditional promotional tools.
10. Compare advantages and disadvantages of potential or current suppliers.

CHEM 051 - Basic Chemistry

1. Solve a variety of mathematical problems involving systems of measurement, temperature scales, density and energy.
2. Use chemical nomenclature to name a variety of inorganic compounds.
3. Classify materials using basic chemical classification schemes including, but not limited to, molecular and ionic substances; elements, compounds and mixtures; metal, nonmetal and metalloid.
4. Explain the atomic and electronic structure of matter using modern atomic theory of matter.
5. Distinguish between chemical, physical and nuclear properties of matter; and between chemical, physical and nuclear changes.
6. Use chemical symbols to represent chemical elements, compounds and chemical reactions.
7. Demonstrate balancing of simple chemical equations.
8. Interpret chemical equations.
9. Utilize the concept of the mole to perform various basic calculations including, but not limited to, the determination of chemical formulas and stoichiometric calculations.
10. Classify chemical equations by type.
11. Distinguish between exothermic and endothermic processes.
12. Explain ionic and covalent chemical bonds and their effect on the properties of matter.
13. Predict properties and characteristics of elements based on patterns and trends found in the Periodic Table.
14. Use VSEPR theory to determine the shapes of simple molecules and the three-dimensional relationships between the atoms in simple molecules.
15. Explain the general properties of gases.
16. Perform qualitative and quantitative calculations involving the basic properties of gaseous samples (pressure, volume, temperature).
17. Explore partial pressures of component gases in mixtures (Dalton’s Law) and solubility of gases in non-reacting liquids (Henry’s Law).
18. Solve problems involving solution concentration.
19. Apply the Arrhenius and Bronsted-Lowry theories to acid-base chemistry.
20. Calculate oxidation numbers (oxidation states) of combined and uncombined elements.
21. Analyze chemical reactions using the concepts of oxidation and reduction, including identification of redox reactions and identification of the substances oxidized and reduced.
22. Apply a working knowledge of laboratory safety, including proper use of safety equipment (e.g., protective eyewear) and safe work habits.
23. Utilize various laboratory equipment in the performance of laboratory experiments.
24. Perform various laboratory manipulations.
25. Organize laboratory data, calculations and analyses in an accurate and detailed fashion.
26. Execute appropriate disposal procedures for the various compounds used in the laboratory.

CHEM 100 - Introduction to the Chemistry of Food for Culinary Arts

1. Explain atomic structure and composition.
2. Classify various types of matter by state, chemical composition and in accordance with general classification schemes.
3. Predict characteristic properties and changes for the various classifications of matter.
4. Explain basic bonding models and the types of bonds found in the substances commonly encountered in the kitchen.
5. Explain the characteristic properties of matter based on chemical bonding principles and forces between particles.
6. Distinguish between chemical and physical changes with specific applications to culinary systems.
7. Identify energy changes that occur in physical and chemical processes.
8. Explain the relationships between heat, temperature and related topics.
9. Compare various cooking processes as to heat transfer methods, applicable temperature ranges, and other related information.
10. Identify characteristic properties of water and relationships of those properties to changing conditions.
11. Identify the impact of water and water content on culinary endeavors.
12. Identify the characteristic structures and properties of acids, bases and salts.
13. Identify the physical and chemical changes involved in leavening processes.
14. Compare various leavening agents used in recipes.
15. Differentiate between the main classes and subclasses of biochemical compounds including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins.
16. Characterize biochemical compounds based on chemical and physical properties and changes.
17. Predict the effect of various biochemical compounds on the taste and texture of foodstuffs.
18. Characterize biochemical materials based on their chemical structures and changes that occur in structure during a chemical change.
19. Relate the Maillard reaction sequence and caramelization processes to observed effects in various foodstuffs.
20. Explain the various aspects of flavor.
21. Distinguish between the basic taste categories, typical substances in each category and structural similarities.
22. Demonstrate effects of various materials on basic tastes.
23. Characterize a basic taste.
24. Identify the characteristics of the various types of mixtures including solutions, colloidal dispersions and suspensions.
25. Predict the effect of the various types of mixtures on culinary products.
26. Identify the characteristics and functions of common emulsifiers.
27. Summarize the effects of cooking conditions and additives on the texture of fruits and vegetables and on the pigments found in fruits and vegetables.
28. Distinguish structural characteristics and nutritional value of various components of fruits and vegetables.
29. Relate chemical and scientific principles to culinary processes.
30. Apply measurements common in culinary applications.
31. Demonstrate the proper use of equipment commonly found in culinary kitchens.
32. Perform procedures in the kitchen that involve scientific principles.
33. Demonstrate interpersonal communication and group work skills while cooperating with other students to complete laboratory experiments.

CHEM 104 - Fundamentals of Chemistry

1. Summarize the processes and ideas involved in the study of scientific principles and making measurements.
2. Classify materials using basic chemical classification schemes.
3. Utilize chemical symbolism to represent chemical elements, compounds and related information.
4. Illustrate the characteristics of solutions, colloids and suspensions.
5. Distinguish between chemical, physical and nuclear properties and changes of matter.
6. Explore heat and temperature in relationship to chemical and physical changes.
7. Solve a variety of chemical problems using mathematical methods.
8. Interpret the development and resultant models of atomic and electronic structure to describe atoms, ions and molecules.
9. Utilize fundamental relationships for characteristics of elements based on the organization of the periodic table.
10. Contrast the types of chemical bonding.
11. Employ Lewis Electron Structures to determine three-dimensional shapes of molecules.
12. Utilize the rules of chemical nomenclature for naming chemical species.
13. Differentiate between various types of chemical changes.
14. Apply the mole concept to problems relating to composition, chemical changes and solutions.
15. Utilize bond type, structure and polarity of ions and molecules to determine forces of attraction and their connection to physical characteristics of matter.
16. Predict the behavior of gases utilizing the premises of the Kinetic Molecular Theory of gases.
17. Apply the concepts of acids and bases to a variety of systems.
18. Apply the concepts of oxidation-reduction chemistry to various chemical systems.
19. Differentiate between various types of organic compounds and materials.
20. Apply a working knowledge of laboratory safety, including proper use of safety equipment (e.g. protective eyewear) and safe work habits.
21. Utilize laboratory equipment in the performance of laboratory experiments.
22. Interpret laboratory data, calculations and analyses in an accurate and detailed fashion.
23. Execute appropriate chemical disposal procedures.

CHEM 111 - General Chemistry 1

1. Differentiate between the information (measurements, observations) and the explanations (hypotheses, theories, laws) of natural phenomena in application of the Scientific Method.
2. Formulate solutions to mathematical problems using the technique of dimensional analysis.
3. Apply the rules of significant figures both to reading measurements from scales and to the results of calculations that use measurements.
4. Interpret element symbols, chemical formulas and chemical equations.
5. Employ the modern model of atomic structure.
6. Differentiate between physical, chemical and nuclear properties and changes.
7. Predict modes by which unstable nuclei decay.
8. Write balanced equations describing nuclear reactions.
9. Employ the Bohr and Quantum Mechanical models of electronic structure to describe atoms and formation of chemical bonds.
10. Predict the properties and characteristics of elements based on patterns and relationships found within the Periodic Table.
11. Employ ionic bonding models.
12. Write correct names or formulas of chemical compounds.
13. Differentiate between ionic and molecular compounds.
14. Apply Electron Dot Structures to ionic and covalent bonding.
15. Employ VSEPR theory, valence bond theory and hybridization and the basics of molecular orbital theory to describe covalent bonding and shapes of molecules/polyatomic ions.
16. Analyze the bond type and three-dimensional shape of a molecule to determine intermolecular forces and relative physical properties.
17. Relate the physical states of matter (solid, liquid, gas) and their characteristic macroscopic properties to the molecular or ionic structure of matter.
18. Apply the concepts of solution chemistry.
19. Solve a variety of mathematical problems relating to chemical quantities, including basic mole concept, stoichiometric relationships, molarity, solution stoichiometry, density, yield determination, percent composition and formula determination.
20. Differentiate between various types of chemical reactions.
21. Write balanced molecular and ionic equations for reactions in aqueous solution.
22. Apply the concepts of acids and bases to analyze and predict the behavior of various acid-base systems.
23. Employ appropriate methods for balancing chemical equations, including the half-reaction method and/or other appropriate methods to balance oxidation-reduction equations.
24. Relate the macroscopic behavior of gases to the premises of the Kinetic-Molecular Theory of Gases.
25. Use the gas laws to calculate properties and quantities of gases under various conditions.
26. Apply a working knowledge of laboratory safety, including proper use of safety equipment (e.g. protective eyewear) and safe work habits.
27. Utilize laboratory equipment in the performance of laboratory experiments.
28. Organize laboratory data, calculations and analyses in an accurate and detailed fashion.
29. Execute appropriate chemical disposal procedures in the laboratory.
30. Demonstrate interpersonal communication and group work skills while cooperating with other students to complete laboratory experiments.

CHEM 117 - General Chemistry 2 and Qualitative Analysis

1. Calculate equilibrium constants and reactant/product concentrations relating to various chemical equilibria.
2. Differentiate between Arrhenius, Bronsted/Lowry and Lewis definitions of acids and bases.
3. Measure the pH of a solution using a pH meter and acid/base indicators.
4. Write balanced equations for acids, bases and insoluble solids dissolved in water.
5. Write balanced equations for reactions between acids and bases.
6. Calculate the hydrogen ion, hydroxide ion, pH and pOH of strong and weak acids and bases, salt solutions, buffer solutions and mixtures of acids and bases.
7. Interpret titration curves.
8. Calculate Ksp and molar solubility for slightly soluble solids.
9. Calculate molar solubility for slightly soluble solids in the presence of common ions or complexing agents.
10. Determine the effect of pH on the solubility of a solid.
11. Determine concentration, reaction stoichiometry and chemical formulas from titration data.
12. Calculate reaction rate and reaction order from kinetic data.
13. Determine the rate law for a reaction mechanism.
14. Explain the relationship between a reaction mechanism and a balanced equation.
15. Explain the ways in which concentration, temperature, surface area and catalysts affect reaction rates.
16. Identify by experiment, cations and anions present in various unknown compounds or mixtures.
17. Compare properties of transition metals and main group elements.
18. Explain trends of size, melting point, density, magnetism and electron configuration of transition metals.
19. Relate Crystal Field Theory to the reactivity, magnetic properties, electron configuration and color of transition metal compounds.
20. Write names and formulas for transition metal complexes.
21. Classify groups of substances as geometric isomers, constitutional isomers, optical isomers, identical compounds or unrelated substances.
22. Draw constitutional, geometric and/or optical isomers for a given chemical formula.
23. Calculate delta H, delta S and delta G values for chemical changes given a table of standard values.
24. Relate delta H, delta S and delta G values to the equilibrium constant and spontaneity of a chemical reaction.
25. Determine reaction enthalpies using a calorimeter to collect the necessary data.
26. Apply the concepts of oxidation reduction chemistry to various systems including electrolytic and galvanic cells.
27. Determine the concentration of a solution using spectroscopic data.
28. Apply a working knowledge of laboratory safety, including proper use of safety equipment (e.g. protective eyewear) and safe work habits.
29. Utilize laboratory equipment in the performance of laboratory experiments.
30. Organize laboratory data, calculations and analyses in an accurate and detailed fashion.
31. Execute appropriate disposal procedures for the various compounds used in the laboratory.
32. Demonstrate interpersonal communication and group work skills while cooperating with other students to complete laboratory experiments.

CHEM 120 - Organic and Biochemistry

1. Classify organic molecules by functional group, including alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alcohols, phenols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, esters, amines, amides, as well as other functional groups.
2. Apply IUPAC naming rules to name organic compounds.
3. Translate 3-D representations of molecules (molecular models) into 2-D representations of molecules (drawings).
4. Use ball-and-stick models to build 3-D representations of organic molecules.
5. Predict physical properties and characteristic reactions of the various classes of the various organic compounds listed above.
6. Differentiate between constitutional isomers, geometric (cis-trans) isomers and stereoisomers (enantiomers and diastereomers).
7. Distinguish isomers from conformers.
8. Analyze organic and biochemical reactions in terms of acid-base and oxidation-reduction concepts.
9. Predict the ionization state of molecules containing acidic and basic functional groups under various pH conditions.
10. Analyze biochemical systems in terms of kinetics and thermodynamics.
11. Interpret energy diagrams for biochemical reactions.
12. Interpret rate-versus-concentration diagram with respect to enzyme-catalyzed processes and enzyme inhibitors.
13. Differentiate between the basic classes of biochemical compounds–carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids–with respect to their respective structural characteristics and functional groups.
14. Predict the physical and chemical properties that determine the functions of each class of biochemical compounds.
15. Relate the various structures found in the cell membrane to their functions.
16. Distinguish between intermolecular forces and intramolecular forces.
17. Relate the intermolecular and intramolecular forces of the organic and biochemical substances to their physical and chemical properties.
18. Analyze the various biochemical cycles and pathways involved in metabolic processes with respect to carbohydrates, proteins and lipids.
19. Relate the structural components and function of nucleic acids to their role in molecular genetics.
20. Interpret the results of chemical tests on a variety of organic and biochemical compounds used in the laboratory.
21. Correlate knowledge of organic and biochemical compounds used in the laboratory with substances that are encountered in everyday life.
22. Utilize chemical tests to identify unknown compounds by comparison with known compounds.
23. Utilize various laboratory equipment in the performance of laboratory experiments.
24. Perform various laboratory manipulations.
25. Organize laboratory data, calculations and analyses in an accurate and detailed fashion.
26. Demonstrate interpersonal communication and group work skills while cooperating with other students to complete laboratory experiments.
27. Execute appropriate disposal procedures for the various compounds used in the laboratory.
28. Apply a working knowledge of laboratory safety, including proper use of safety equipment (e.g., protective eyewear) and safe work habits.
29. Identify the conditions needed for various organic reactions with various functional groups.
30. Predict the outcome of chemical reactions when specific substrates are exposed to specific reaction conditions.
31. Apply various organic reactions in biochemical reaction pathways.

CHEM 213 - Organic Chemistry 1

1. Assign IUPAC and/or appropriate common names to organic compounds of various classes.
2. Classify the range of organic molecules by functional group.
3. Construct structural representations for organic compounds from the name of the compounds.
4. Relate theories and models of chemical bonding including covalent/ionic bonding models, resonance theory, hybridization models, molecular orbital models and valence shell electron pair repulsion models to structures of organic substances.
5. Differentiate between the Bronsted-Lowry and Lewis theories of acids and bases.
6. Differentiate between various functional groups and classes of organic compounds.
7. Relate the structures of molecules to physical and chemical properties of molecules.
8. Employ stereochemical designations appropriately.
9. Identify the stereochemical relationships between organic molecules.
10. Predict the three-dimensional products of chemical reactions using stereochemical relationships.
11. Identify the conditions needed for a variety of organic reactions occurring with various functional groups.
12. Predict the outcome of chemical reactions when specific substrates are exposed to specific reaction conditions.
13. Relate the theories of acids and bases to chemical reaction processes.
14. Interpret mechanisms for a variety of chemical changes.
15. Formulate chemical mechanisms for specific organic reactions.
16. Relate chemical mechanisms to energy transformations.
17. Interpret energy diagrams for chemical reactions.
18. Construct energy diagrams for various reaction processes.
19. Evaluate the energy relationships between various 3-D structures that can be generated by rotation around carbon-carbon single bonds in a variety of molecules.
20. Determine molecular changes that occur in molecules on interaction with various electromagnetic radiation sources (IR, UV, etc.).
21. Employ various spectroscopic methods of analysis in the determination of structures of organic molecules.
22. Construct reasonable multi-step synthetic pathways to make complex organic molecules utilizing a variety of chemical reactions characteristic of organic molecules.
23. Utilize various laboratory equipment in the performance of laboratory experiments.
24. Perform various laboratory manipulations.
25. Organize laboratory data, calculations and analyses in an accurate and detailed fashion.
26. Demonstrate interpersonal communication and group work skills while cooperating with other students to complete laboratory experiments.
27. Execute appropriate disposal procedures for the various chemical substances used in the laboratory.
28. Apply a working knowledge of laboratory safety, including proper use of safety equipment (e.g., protective eyewear) and safe work habits.

CHEM 214 - Organic Chemistry 2

1. Assign IUPAC and/or appropriate common names to organic compounds of various classes.
2. Construct structural representations for organic compounds from the name of the compounds.
3. Relate theories and models of chemical bonding including covalent/ionic bonding models, resonance theory, hybridization models, molecular orbitals models and valence shell electron pair repulsion models to structures of organic substances.
4. Relate acid/base theories to organic reactions and mechanisms of reactions.
5. Differentiate between various functional groups and classes of organic compounds.
6. Relate the structures of molecules to physical and chemical properties of molecules.
7. Employ stereochemical designations appropriately.
8. Identify the stereochemical relationships between organic molecules.
9. Predict the three-dimensional products of chemical reactions using stereochemical relationships.
10. Identify the conditions needed for a variety of organic reactions that occur with various functional groups.
11. Predict the outcome of chemical reactions when specific substrates are exposed to specific reaction conditions.
12. Interpret mechanisms for a variety of chemical changes.
13. Formulate chemical mechanisms for specific organic reactions.
14. Relate chemical mechanisms to energy transformations.
15. Interpret energy diagrams for chemical reactions.
16. Construct energy diagrams for various reaction processes.
17. Determine molecular changes that occur in molecules on interaction with various electromagnetic radiation sources (IR, UV, etc.).
18. Employ a variety of spectroscopic methods of analysis in the determination of structures of organic molecules.
19. Construct reasonable multi-step synthetic pathways to make complex organic molecules utilizing a variety of chemical reactions characteristic of organic molecules.
20. Utilize various laboratory equipment in the performance of laboratory experiments.
21. Perform various laboratory manipulations.
22. Organize laboratory data, calculations and analyses in an accurate and detailed fashion.
23. Demonstrate interpersonal communication and group work skills while cooperating with other students to complete laboratory experiments.
24. Execute appropriate disposal procedures for the various chemical substances used in the laboratory.
25. Apply a working knowledge of laboratory safety, including proper use of safety equipment (e.g., protective eyewear) and safe work habits.

CHIN 101 - Elementary Chinese 1

1. Determine the meaning of beginning Chinese texts.
2. Write grammatically correct sentences in beginning Chinese.
3. Discriminate distinctive beginning Chinese sounds.
4. Interpret the meaning of spoken beginning Chinese.
5. Pronounce beginning Chinese words, phrases and sentences correctly.
6. Speak Chinese clearly and accurately with beginning fluency.
7. Integrate beginning Chinese vocabulary into simple sentences, paragraphs and dialog.
8. Apply correctly beginning rules of Chinese grammar, syntax, tense and gender.
9. Communicate effectively in beginning Chinese through reading, writing, speaking and listening.
10. Compare beginning aspects of Chinese and English grammar and syntax.
11. Explore culture in this beginning Chinese course.
12. Acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for further exploration of the Chinese language and culture.

CHIN 102 - Elementary Chinese 2

1. Determine the meaning of elementary Chinese texts.
2. Write grammatically correct sentences in elementary Chinese.
3. Discriminate distinctive elementary Chinese sounds.
4. Interpret the meaning of spoken elementary Chinese.
5. Pronounce elementary Chinese words, phrases and sentences correctly.
6. Speak Chinese clearly and accurately with elementary fluency.
7. Integrate elementary Chinese vocabulary into simple sentences, paragraphs and dialog.
8. Apply correctly elementary rules of Chinese grammar, syntax, tense and gender.
9. Communicate effectively in elementary Chinese through reading, writing, speaking and listening.
10. Compare elementary aspects of Chinese and English grammar and syntax.
11. Explore culture in this elementary Chinese course.
12. Acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for further exploration of the Chinese language and culture.

CHIN 201 - Intermediate Chinese 1

1. Determine the meaning of intermediate Chinese texts.
2. Write grammatically correct sentences in intermediate Chinese.
3. Discriminate distinctive intermediate Chinese sounds.
4. Interpret the meaning of spoken intermediate Chinese.
5. Pronounce intermediate Chinese words, phrases and sentences correctly.
6. Speak Chinese clearly and accurately with intermediate fluency. Integrate intermediate
7. Chinese vocabulary into simple sentences, paragraphs and dialog.
8. Apply correctly intermediate rules of Chinese grammar, syntax, tense and gender.
9. Communicate effectively in intermediate Chinese through reading, writing, speaking and listening.
10. Compare intermediate aspects of Chinese and English grammar and syntax.
11. Explore culture in this intermediate Chinese course.
12. Acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for further exploration of the Chinese language and culture.

CHIN 202 - Intermediate Chinese 2

1. Determine the meaning of advanced Chinese texts.
2. Write grammatically correct sentences in advanced Chinese.
3. Discriminate distinctive advanced Chinese sounds.
4. Interpret the meaning of spoken advanced Chinese.
5. Pronounce advanced Chinese words, phrases and sentences correctly.
6. Speak Chinese clearly and accurately with advanced fluency.
7. Integrate advanced Chinese vocabulary into simple sentences, paragraphs and dialog.
8. Apply correctly advanced rules of Chinese grammar, syntax, tense and gender.
9. Communicate effectively in advanced Chinese through reading, writing, speaking and listening.
10. Compare advanced aspects of Chinese and English grammar and syntax.
11. Explore culture in this advanced Chinese course.
12. Acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for further exploration of the Chinese language and culture.

CAB 100 - Success for Designated Populations Seminar

1. Explore learning modalities to determine personal best fit for learning.
2. Explore ways to overcome personal barriers regarding student success.
3. Explore ways to optimize learning.
4. Create a personal plan for college success.
5. Explain when and why you would use the various support services available to you on campus.

CAB 102 - Student Success and Career Development

1. Summarize topics related to a successful college transition, including selecting appropriate learning modalities, college policies, financial planning, student resources and making connections.
2. Analyze habits, conditions and attitudes that have a positive impact on student and career success.
3. Contrast one’s current approach to learning with optimal strategies related to learning styles, stress management techniques, enhancement of memory, listening, reading, note taking, math study skills, information and digital literacy, communication and test-taking strategies. 
4. Explain when and why the various support services and resources available on campus would be needed.
5. Compare one’s own identity and experiences to methods that foster an inclusive college and work environment.
6. Apply best practices to set college and career goals.  
7. Determine factors that lead to more informed decision making, including awareness of past experiences, values, personal beliefs and personality.
8. Compare interests and abilities to college majors and career selections. 
9. Differentiate personal interests, traits and skills with current employer needs and expectations, such as communicating effectively, acting responsibly, managing information and working cooperatively. 
10. Create a personal plan for success. 

COLLS 050 - College Reading

1. Develop reading comprehension strategies for different types of text.
2. Differentiate between stated and unstated main ideas and supporting details.
3. Analyze vocabulary using word parts and context clues.
4. Identify five major organizational writing patterns.
5. Identify the author’s purpose.
6. Acquire 300 new vocabulary words.
7. Recognize valid inferences.
8. Analyze the central point and major supporting elements in an essay.
9. Document seminal events while reading an autobiography.
10. Generate short answer essays from reading notes.
11. Summarize essential elements of an essay.
12. Formulate a valid, documented response to an essay.

COLLS 053 - Critical Reading and Thinking Applications

1. Develop reading comprehension strategies for various types of written material.
2. Differentiate between stated and unstated main ideas and supporting details in paragraphs, essays and texts.
3. Analyze vocabulary word parts and context clues in paragraphs, essays and texts.
4. Identify major organizational writing patterns in paragraphs, visuals, essays and texts.
5. Identify author’s purpose and point of view in paragraphs, visuals, essays and texts.
6. Recognize valid inferences in various paragraphs, visuals, essays and texts.
7. Identify the central point and major supporting elements in visuals, essays and texts.
8. Document important events while reading an autobiography and generate short essays.
9. Use appropriate organizational, summative, notational and/or visual techniques to integrate related information.
10. Demonstrate appropriate test preparation and test taking techniques.
11. Identify essential elements of an argument.
12. Formulate a valid, documented response to an argument.

COLLS 105 - Learning Skills

1. Evaluate expectations of this institution, instructors, employers, family and friends.
2. Explore goal management principles.
3. Develop a set of realistic goals for the semester.
4. Enhance understanding of test taking and mastery-learning.
5. Analyze obstacles which impede the decision-making process.
6. Devise a detailed plan of action for graduation and/or transfer with the Counseling Department.

COLLS 130 - Applied Learning Theory for Nursing Majors

1. Develop study techniques that promote mastery of nursing concepts.
2. Summarize essential elements from nursing articles.
3. Integrate information from multiple sources - nursing chapters, articles, lectures.
4. Explore time/goal management techniques necessary to handle demanding course loads.
5. Enhance flexibility and efficiency in lecture note taking.
6. Develop test preparation/test taking systems that promote optimal learning and performance on nursing exams.
7. Enhance comprehension skills at the fact level by identifying main ideas and relevant details.
8. Develop comprehension skills at the critical thinking level, identifying supportable inferences and conclusions.
9. Enhance reading speed and efficiency skills necessary for handling reading intensive courses.

COMA 103 - Fundamentals of Speech

1. Develop an informative speech using well supported statements.
2. Develop a persuasive speech using well supported statements.
3. Demonstrate effective public speaking techniques.
4. Deliver prepared speeches for various purposes.
5. Explore written, verbal and non-verbal communication.
6. Apply audience analysis to the speech making process.
7. Demonstrate effective and ethical listening skills.
8. Use technology when researching, developing and presenting speeches.
9. Integrate appropriate research findings, references and citations into speeches and presentations.
10. Explore the use of visuals and other materials to support the delivery of a speech or presentation.

COMA 105 - Introduction to Communication Studies

1. Articulate the value of studying human communication.
2. Describe the characteristics of a communication theory.
3. Explain the application of theory to the discipline of communication.
4. Summarize key components of identity, persuasion and influence as they relate to the study of human communication.
5. Differentiate qualitative, quantitative and rhetorical research methods.
6. Compare key concepts of verbal and nonverbal communication.
7. Apply major theoretical interpersonal and relational concepts to actual human communication experiences.
8. Explain barriers that prevent effectiveness in each of the major communication contexts.
9. Explain intercultural communication dynamics.
10. Deliver an effective oral presentation as a member of a small group.
11. Define fundamental models of organizational communication.
12. Analyze the effects of media on human communication.

COMA 200 - Interpersonal Communications

1. Examine interpersonal communication and its foundation components.
2. Analyze characteristics of nonverbal communication.
3. Demonstrate effective listening skills.
4. Analyze conflict management techniques.
5. Analyze the role of conflict management in improving interpersonal communication.
6. Analyze the impact of social media on interpersonal relationships and communication.
7. Evaluate the impact of gender and culture on interpersonal communication.
8. Determine how perception of self and others affects communication.
9. Construct messages in verbal and written communications within a variety of contexts and channels.
10. Accurately interpret interpersonal messages (nonverbal, verbal and written).
11. Examine the impact of emotional competence on personal and professional relationships.
12. Differentiate communication codes of ethics from the various communication disciplines (e.g., journalism, public relations, etc.,).
13. Explain the characteristics of competent communicators.

COMA 202 - Small Group Communication

1. Explain the value of studying small group communication.
2. Summarize major theories relevant to small group communication.
3. Analyze small group leadership models.
4. Examine the characteristics of effective teams.
5. Summarize the essential qualities of competent group members.
6. Analyze the types and roles of small groups.
7. Analyze decision making processes used in small groups.
8. Analyze practices for creative problem solving used in small groups.
9. Analyze processes for managing conflict within small groups.
10. Summarize norms for group behavior.
11. Explain the impact of cultural dimensions on small group communication.
12. Explain the impact of diversity among group members on small group communication.
13. Analyze dimensions of virtual groups.

COMA 212 - Organizational Communication

1. Explain organizational communication and its foundation components.
2. Summarize major theories relevant to organizational communication.
3. Analyze managerial leadership models and their relationship to organizational communication.
4. Analyze organizational leadership models and their relationship to organizational communication.
5. Examine the roles and types of power in organizations.
6. Explain the dimensions of teamwork and their impact on organizational communication.
7. Analyze decision-making processes utilized in organizations.
8. Analyze conflict-management processes utilized in organizations.
9. Examine the role of communication technology in organizational communication.
10. Analyze the impact of globalization on organizational communication.
11. Examine the importance of personal communication competence in organizational communication.
12. Explore the role of culture in organizational communication.

COMA 230 - Introduction to Mass Communication

1. Explain key names, dates and events in the history of mass media.
2. Examine the general development and impact of government influence on mass media.
3. Analyze the relationships between mass communication, culture and mass media.
4. Evaluate the significant milestones in the development of the various types of mass media, including the growth of book publishing, newspapers and advertising, magazines, photography, film, radio, television, and the Internet.
5. Explain the basic economics of mass media.
6. Explain the relationship of programming to marketplace decision-making.
7. Discuss the basic theories and effects of mass communications.
8. Explain the relationship between media freedom, regulations and ethics.
9. Discuss 10 key contributors within the Mass Media arena.

COMA 240 - Intercultural Communication

1. Articulate the value of studying intercultural communication in an increasingly diverse world.
2. Describe the interrelatedness of communication, identity, power and culture.
3. Illustrate how history, sociology and politics influence and are influenced by intercultural communication.
4. Define fundamental qualities of intercultural contexts and orientations.
5. Explain your cultural identity and worldview.
6. Analyze your cultural environment.
7. Summarize key components of communication competence in a cultural context.
8. Differentiate the features of diversity, prejudice and ethnocentrism as they relate to intercultural communication.
9. Compare key concepts of language and nonverbal codes among different cultures.
10. Describe intercultural communication in the global marketplace.
11. Classify communication rituals and artifacts among cultures and subcultures.
12. Evaluate intercultural communication conflict and the connection to the media.
13. Explain barriers to effective intercultural communication.
14. Exercise intercultural sensitivity and cultural competence in relationships and social situations.

COMA 294 - Directed Study in Communication Arts

1. Apply speech, interpersonal communication, intercultural communication, small group communication and/or organizational communication skills to real world projects/situations/environments/needs.
2. Create schedules and work plans for a real-world speech, interpersonal communication, intercultural communication, small group communication and/or organizational communication learning experience.
3. Utilize personal time management skills.
4. Adapt within the social, organizational and technical systems of the workplace and/or specific environment/situation.
5. Adhere to workplace and/or other professional expectations, guidelines and regulations.
6. Collaborate with others in a respectful and cooperative manner.
7. Apply professional verbal and written communication skills.
8. Manage project and/or business files and resources in an efficient and ethical manner.
9. Summarize key project outcomes.
10. Explore the role of culture and/or diversity in interpersonal communication, intercultural communication, small group communication and/or organizational communication.
11. Explain barriers that prevent effectiveness in the major communication contexts.
12. Explain the characteristics of competent communicators.
13. Summarize key components of communication competence in a cultural context.

CTMI 210 - Computed Tomography Principles and Instrumentation

2. Examine the basic system components of CT equipment.

3. Explain CT computer data processing steps.

4. Explain the data acquisition system and methods of acquiring data.

5. Differentiate between raw and image data.

6. Evaluate the purpose, principles, equipment and application of CT.

7. Explain the difference between reformatting and reconstruction.

8. Assess routine exposure protocols utilized in CT.

9. Categorize artifacts and methods used for artifact reduction.

10. Evaluate quality assurance methods used in CT.

CTMI 220 - Patient Care and Safety in Computed Tomography

2. Explain age-specific considerations necessary when performing Computed Tomography (CT) procedures.

3. Explain patient care/safety procedures used in CT.

4. Evaluate different types of contrast, routes of administration and dosages commonly administered in CT.

5. Explain patient preparation necessary for CT contrast studies.

6. Explore contrast media reactions and appropriate medical response.

7. Identify radiation physics related to CT.

8. Evaluate radiation protection and dose reduction techniques for the CT patient.

9. Determine the methods for practicing the as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) concept with digital systems.

10. Summarize venipuncture technique.

11. Explore policies and procedures used in CT.

12. Explain medical law as it relates to CT.

CTMI 230 - Pathology and Cross-Sectional Anatomy

2. Assess imaging applications used in CT to demonstrate various anatomical structures.

3. Examine the terminology used in sectional anatomy and imaging applications.

4. Differentiate between normal and abnormal pathologic structures.

5. Examine the terminology commonly used in identifying pathologies.

6. Critique CT images for overall image quality.

7. Explain appropriate techniques used to improve image quality and reduce motion artifact.

8. Explore alternative positioning techniques used to display anatomy.

9. Explore special imaging procedures and trauma protocols.

CTMI 270 - Computed Tomography Clinical Education 1

2. Demonstrate knowledge and skills performing Computed Tomography (CT) exams.

3. Demonstrate professionalism with appearance, attendance and interactions with the organization.

4. Prepare all equipment necessary to perform a procedure.

5. Demonstrate effective communication skills with patients taking into consideration variations in characteristics such as age, gender and medical condition.

6. Utilize computer skills in the documentation of a patient’s history.

7. Integrate knowledge of related anatomy and positioning to the production of quality CT exams.

8. Apply appropriate technique adhering to ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principles.

9. Advise health care providers and public in appropriate application of CT reviewing medical terminology, pertinent clinical signs, symptoms and laboratory tests.

10. Demonstrate knowledge and skills related to body mechanics, safe patient transfer and patient restraint.

11. Demonstrate designated clinical competencies requirements determined by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

12. Utilize standard precautions while maintaining sterile technique during interventional procedures.

13. Demonstrate appropriate responses to critically ill patients and medical emergencies.

CTMI 280 - Computed Tomography Clinical Education 2

2. Perform specialty examinations focusing on interventional and trauma imaging.

3. Demonstrate professionalism with appearance, attendance and interactions with the organization.

4. Prepare all equipment necessary to perform a procedure.

5. Demonstrate effective communication skills with patients taking into consideration variations in characteristics such as age, gender and medical condition.

6. Utilize computer skills in the documentation of a patient’s history.

7. Demonstrate advanced level knowledge of all anatomy and positioning required in the production of quality Computed Tomography (CT) exams.

8. Apply appropriate technique adhering to ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principles.

9. Advise health care providers and public in appropriate application of CT reviewing medical terminology, pertinent clinical signs, symptoms and laboratory tests.

10. Demonstrate mastery level skills related to body mechanics, safe patient transfer and patient restraint.

11. Demonstrate mastery level clinical competencies determined by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

12. Utilize standard precautions while maintaining sterile technique during interventional procedures.

13. Demonstrate appropriate responses to critically ill patients and medical emergencies.

CTMI 290 - Computed Tomography Capstone

2. Explore test taking skills and strategies for the registry exam.

3. Explain requisite skills to effectively search for employment.

4. Compose a professional resume.

5. Establish successful interviewing techniques.

6. Prepare an application for The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists national examination for Computed Tomography.

CAD 120 - Mechanical Blueprint Reading with Sketching

1. Explain an orthographic drawing.
2. Interpret section views of a drawing.
3. Interpret auxiliary views of a drawing.
4. Apply dimensions and tolerance.
5. Interpret notes of a drawing.
6. Perform arithmetic operations for dimensional and tolerance stack-ups.
7. Demonstrate the ability to read a metric scale.
8. Demonstrate the ability to read an inch scale.
9. Construct 2D orthographic sketches.
10. Summarize title block information.
11. Decipher basic surface finish symbols.
12. Decipher basic thread symbols and notation
13. Decipher basic welding symbols.
14. Calculate fit information and limit of size of holes and shafts.
15. Perform arithmetic operations of perimeter for square, rectangle, triangle, eclipse, trapezoid and circle.
16. Perform arithmetic operations of area for 2D shapes.
17. Perform arithmetic operations of volume for 3D shapes.

CAD 130 - Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance

1. Interpret blueprints, including common drafting symbols.
2. Explore the scope of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
3. Perform mathematical operations with the use of a calculator.
4. Explain placement of Datums for manufacture and inspection.
5. Characterize Form Tolerances (Straightness, Flatness, Circularity, Cylindricity).
6. Characterize Orientation Tolerances (Parallelism, Perpendicularity, Angularity).
7. Investigate Positional Tolerances.
8. Characterize Profile Tolerance (Profile of a Line, Profile of a Surface).
9. Characterize Runout Tolerance (Circular Runout, Total Runout).
10. Mark-up drawings to include requested GD&T.
11. Calculate when a hole/shaft is out of positional tolerance.
12. Calculate the effects of Max Material Condition, Least Material Condition, Max Material Boundary and Least Material Boundary.
13. Identify placement of Feature Control Frame.
14. Explain Location Tolerance understanding (Alternate Practices).
15. Characterize Concentricity and Symmetry Tolerances according to ASME Y14.5-2009.

CAD 140 - AutoCAD - 2D Application

1. Manage entry and exit to the CAD software.
2. Create multiple view 2D drawings of components using the Draw commands.
3. Modify 2D drawings using the Modify commands.
4. Apply dimensions and tolerances using the Annotation commands.
5. Check assemblies for clearances and interferences.
6. Create title blocks.
7. Retrieve a drawing file from a specified location.
8. Save a drawing file to a specified location.
9. Manipulate the screen so that the drawing image is workable using zoom, pan or other view manipulation commands.
10. Utilize efficiency techniques.
11. Utilize Dimension Styles function for proper Dimension and Tolerance format.
12. Utilize Layer function for drawing organization.
13. Select various printers, paper size and plotting formats.
14. Print/plot drafting files.
15. Utilize Text Styles function for proper text formatting.
16. Create start template files.

CAD 210 - CATIA - 3D and 2D Applications

1. Create constrained sketches.
2. Create complex models using feature-based operations.
3. Create complex models using independent bodies.
4. Create Geometric Sets.
5. Utilize Boolean operations to merge bodies into final complex components.
6. Create component drawings (multiple view styles).
7. Apply dimensions and tolerances to the component drawings.
8. Complete title blocks.
9. Print/plot drawing files.
10. Select various printers, paper size and plotting formats.
11. Modify document link between 3D Model and 2D Drawing.
12. Insert parts into assembly models.
13. Constrain parts to each other and to the coordinate systems within the assembly.
14. Create assembly and exploded assembly drawings.
15. Check assemblies for clearances and interferences.
16. Create a Bill of Material tables for assembly drawings.
17. Create simple surfaces.
18. Utilize the formulas and design tables.
19. Replace component models in an assembly.
20. Manage entry and exit to the CAD software.

CAD 212 - CATIA - Advanced Topics

1. Create lofted surfaces and/or parts.
2. Create swept surfaces and/or parts.
3. Create parts from wireframe curves.
4. Create solid objects from surfaces.
5. Edit surfaces.
6. Analyze and adjust surfaces.
7. Create freestyle surfaces.
8. Import spreadsheet data to populate a design table for a part.
9. Utilize advanced assembly technique.
10. Utilize the digital mark-up tools.
11. Utilize formula and parameter.
12. Create design tables.
13. Decipher the model structure.

CAD 220 - SolidWorks - 3D and 2D Applications

1. Create constrained sketches.
2. Create complex models using feature-based operations.
3. Create complex models using independent bodies.
4. Utilize Boolean operations to merge bodies into final complex components.
5. Create component drawings (multiple view styles).
6. Apply dimensions and tolerances to the component drawings.
7. Complete title blocks.
8. Print/plot drawing files.
9. Select various printers, paper size and plotting formats.
10. Modify the document link between 3D Model and 2D Drawings.
11. Insert parts into assembly models.
12. Constrain parts to each other and to the coordinate systems within the assembly.
13. Create assembly and exploded assembly drawings.
14. Check assemblies for clearance and interferences.
15. Create a Bill of Materials table for assembly drawings.
16. Replace component models in an assembly.
17. Create simple surfaces.
18. Manage entry and exit to the CAD software.

CAD 230 - NX - 3D and 2D Applications

1. Create constrained sketches.
2. Create complex models using feature-based operations.
3. Create complex models using independent bodies.
4. Utilize Boolean operations to merge bodies into final complex components.
5. Create component drawings (multiple views styles).
6. Apply dimensions and tolerances to the component drawing.
7. Complete title blocks.
8. Print/plot drawing files.
9. Select various printers, paper size and plotting formats.
10. Modify the document link between 3D Model and 2D Drawing.
11. Insert parts into assembly models.
12. Replace component models in an assembly.
13. Constrain parts to each other and to the coordinate systems within the assembly.
14. Create assembly and exploded assembly drawings.
15. Check assemblies for clearances and interferences.
16. Create a Bill of Material table for assembly drawings.
17. Create simple surfaces.
18. Manage entry and exit to the CAD software.

CAD 270 - Machine Elements and Design

1. Identify performance criteria for the various machine elements.
2. Specify selection criteria for the various machine elements.
3. Communicate specifications concerning the various machine elements.
4. Apply commonly accepted attachment methods for assembling component parts.
5. Perform algebraic calculations to determine performance outcomes.
6. Assign part fits which conform to assembly functional requirements.
7. List assembly considerations when designing a machine.
8. Identify accepted guidelines used in analyzing a good design (design checklist).
9. Combine machine elements to create mechanisms.
10. Document a proposed design by creating models, drawings and documents which will define the design.
11. Simulate a design for performance, strength and reliability of a design.
12. Analyze a design for performance, strength and reliability of a design.

CAD 275 - Tool, Die and Fixture Design

1. Design stamping dies.
2. Develop required material lists for die designs.
3. Summarize the functions of presses and their related features.
4. Determine the functions of common upper and lower dies.
5. Explain the function of die parts and tooling.
6. Explain the functions of jigs and fixtures.
7. Utilize standards for selecting components of jigs and fixtures.
8. Utilize jig and fixture construction principles.
9. Utilize the initial design procedure for jigs and fixtures.
10. Design custom jigs and fixtures.
11. Apply financial analysis of jigs and fixtures.
12. Utilize 3D modeling concepts, property analysis methods and view extraction techniques to create components and assemblies.
13. Utilize 3D modeling concepts, property analysis methods and view extraction techniques to analyze components and assemblies.
14. Utilize 3D modeling concepts, property analysis methods and view extraction techniques to detail components and assemblies.
15. Apply Geometric Dimension and Tolerance principles to all designs and drawings.
16. Determine appropriate fixture tolerance specifications based on part tolerances.

CAD 280 - CAD Capstone Project

1. Present weekly project material in a Design Review Meeting.
2. Create project management (Gantt) chart(s) to map out the process.
3. Research existing design solutions to incorporate into projects.
4. Analyze existing designs for manufacturing feasibility.
5. Formulate multiple concept solutions to the design project.
6. Generate criteria for the evaluation of proposals.
7. Evaluate solutions based on criteria.
8. Select a single best solution using logic, estimated cost, manufacturing process and other criteria.
9. Create a model/assembly of the proposed solution.
10. Analyze the proposed solution for conformance with strength and performance criteria.
11. Select optimal material for the design based on performance criteria redesign proposed solution based on results of analysis.
12. Generate a manufacturing process sequence for the construction of the product.
13. Create a formal report which documents the steps and conclusions for the projects.
14. Orally present project process and conclusion to a panel for evaluation.
15. Create engineering drawings of components and assembiles.

CAD 291 - Computer Aided Design Internship

1. Apply technical skills to work place environment.
2. Apply project management skills by creating and using schedules and work plans.
3. Evaluate information so that output can conform to the employer’s product or service needs.
4. Solve employer computer aided design problems through data analysis and interpretation.
5. Maintain design-related data files and information.
6. Relate with staff in a respectful and collaborative manner.
7. Perform duties in a professional manner (i.e., dress, professional ethics, work ethic and formal communications).
8. Adhere to safety guidelines and regulations.
9. Perform other design or related business duties as assigned by supervisor.

CGT 109 - Design Concepts and Technology

1. Apply design principles using design elements to create effective visual communication.
2. Explore conceptual development to create visual components used within a composition.
3. Execute conceptual development to create visual components used within a composition.
4. Create effective image structures and layout designs based on the elements and principles of design.
5. Determine appropriate typographical treatments to enhance readability, legibility and priority of information.
6. Create abstract typographical treatments using type as line, shape and texture.
7. Demonstrate color harmonies (monochromatic, complementary, split complementary, analogous and triads).
8. Explore the psychological, emotional and cultural influence and differences that affect the understanding of color and meaning.
9. Utilize the current Schoolcraft College International focus area in a design project.
10. Apply a grid system to construct compositions.
11. Create vector and bitmapped images.
12. Translate verbal criteria into a visual form.
13. Create page layouts.
14. Create computer animations.
15. Explore research database tools and library resources for communication arts.
16. Utilize a production design process in the execution of projects.
17. Develop critiquing skills to enhance visual judgment and evaluate work.
18. Explore the basics of intellectual property laws.
19. Prepare an interactive electronic portfolio of earlier class design projects, converting compositions into components for the portfolio.
20. Present an electronic portfolio of earlier class design projects, converting compositions into components for the portfolio.

CGT 123 - Illustration - Illustrator

1. Use the basic functions of the computer.
2. Demonstrate familiarity with the policies and procedures used in the computer labs: proper start-up and shut-down procedures, how to multitask, how to use the file server, how to select and use the laser and ink jet printers and practice good file maintenance procedures.
3. Explain the uses of Illustrator.
4. Differentiate the two types of digital images: bitmap and vector.
5. Navigate the Illustrator interface and work space.
6. Explain the difference between open and closed paths and shapes.
7. Draw basic shapes.
8. Transform basic shapes.
9. Utilize the freeform drawing tools.
10. Discover the characteristics of Bezier lines and curves by selecting and editing anchor points.
11. Utilize the pen tool to create, move and edit straight and curved paths.
12. Combine straight and curved paths into object shapes.
13. Explore the color features and tools in Illustrator, including color models, modes; applying color to stroke and fills and making gradients.
14. Use the basic functions of the Illustrator software.
15. Explore the use of Illustrator Tools.
16. Explore the uses of filters, effects and graphic styles.
17. Create patterns.
18. Apply patterns.
19. Practice the three methods of creating type: type at point, type in an area and type on a path.
20. Explore typography terminology.
21. Create compound paths and shapes using the Pathfinder.
22. Utilize rulers, guides and layers.
23. Discover the uses of blends, distorts, transformations, envelopes and 3D effects.

CGT 125 - Digital Imaging 1 - Photoshop

1. Apply the knowledge of the basic functions of the computer plus the policies and procedures used in the computer labs: how to use multi-tasking, how to use the file server, how to select and use the printers.
2. Demonstrate basic and advanced imaging and design theory.
3. Differentiate between the predominantly raster based tools of Photoshop plus vector graphics to develop image structures.
4. Qualify the differences between the color systems within the application in order to maximize an effective outcome.
5. Master the drawing tool modes and modification options directly related to the proficiency of layers, layer mask, layer modes and layer adjustments.
6. Demonstrate the constructive process of integrating selections, quick masks, layer masks and channels to isolate image structures.
7. Apply image adjustments and filter techniques with the creation and manipulation of imagery.
8. Master the pen tool and its integration of vector control and pixel based selectability.
9. Develop skills in capturing images by scanning, procuring online digital images, photographic downloads and Raw files.
10. Develop a sensitivity to color, lighting, tonal, and textural issues when compositing images.
11. Apply rendering, cloning and compositing knowledge to retouch and restore images.
12. Exercise compositional design skills that relate to the creation of finished art work.
13. Transfer the image development skills, layer based image development and layer mask editing to time based animation.
14. Develop the creative skills within Photoshop that can be used in animation, photo processing, publishing and screen based industries.
15. Explore how Photoshop can expand the creative role of the graphic designer.

CGT 127 - Publishing - InDesign

1. Use the basic functions of the computer.
2. Demonstrate familiarity with the policies and procedures used in the computer labs: proper start-up and shut-down procedures, how to multitask, how to use the file server, how to select and use the laser and ink jet printers and practice good file maintenance procedures.
3. Use the basic panels and tools.
4. Draw objects changing corner effects, resizing, skewing, rotating and flipping.
5. Demonstrate proper document set-up.
6. Use typographical features.
7. Understand typographical terms.
8. Create character and paragraph styles.
9. Explain typographical terms.
10. Utilize Master Pages.
11. Use the coordinate and measurement systems for precise placement and sizing of elements.
12. Demonstrate placing, scaling and cropping images, and the use of inline, independent and text wrapped graphics.
13. Apply tabs.
14. Create tables.
15. Use an object library and object styles.
16. Utilize the swatches panel to demonstrate the difference between spot and process colors.
17. Use the design process from concept thru packaging operations.

CGT 134 - Interactive Design UI/UX Overview

2. Communicate effectively using application skills and awareness of UI/UX.

3. Explain the UI/UX environment, screen design, wire frames and cross platform differences.

4. Distinguish when it is appropriate to use different image types.

5. Deconstruct a design to identify optimal image use for interactive media.

6. Differentiate color usage and color-related design theory.

7. Create clearly defined artwork, user journey and user testing.

8. Explain the limitations of graphics within the UI/UX environment.

9. Explain usability and functionality at a designer’s level.

10. Create a graphical representation of a layout that effectively meets the needs of the client and user.

11. Develop an understanding of style guidelines.

CGT 136 - Interactive 1 UI Design

1. Utilize basic interactive prototype tools for developing site structure.
2. Utilize basic interactive prototype tools for developing site presentation.
3. Emphasize accessibility, semantic markup and current standards in their design development.
4. Explain design and development challenges and current industry standards and trends.
5. Implement appropriate User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Design methods and techniques.
6. Identify a workflow using an introductory design process that meets the needs and goals of the client in order to construct an appropriate solution to their design problem.
7. Use design concepts of site architecture with attention to layout and graphic design elements and principles.
8. Develop wireframes, design compositions and graphic design presentations appropriate to project goals.
9. Optimize layout, wording, color, background, graphics and various other content.
10. Integrate basic multimedia, forms and tables into product design.
11. Explain basic vocabulary, such as semantic markup, hypertext and hyperlinks, image versus search engine optimization, relative and absolute path addressing and other relevant terms current to industry standards.
12. Organize the workflow of a UI project.
13. Construct the workflow of a UI project.
14. Manage the workflow of a UI project.

CGT 141 - Interactive Animation 2 UI Design

1. Apply UI (User Interface) project management skills.
2. Create storyboards, flowcharts, prototypes, rough cuts and pencil tests for use in the creation of animation and interactive projects.
3. Modify content to allocate memory effectively.
4. Ensure good workflow through the use of UI based authoring.
5. Import graphics, text, sound and digital video to interactive media.
6. Apply UI based design and typographic skills to screen based projects.
7. Develop a working knowledge of keyframe/tweening techniques.
8. Create simple instructional animations, containing effective stories and messages through scene changes and “camera” techniques.
9. Create scripts for interactive media employing simple navigation, variables, conditional statements and property changes using both mouse and keyboard inputs.
10. Create simple UI based interactive and animation projects using efficient navigation, feedback to the user and organization.

CGT 149 - Typography

1. Ascertain the parts of letterforms.
2. Explain the substrates and corresponding writing tools for written communication since the inception of writing throughout desktop publishing.
3. Identify key innovators in type design from the invention of the printing press through the present time.
4. Identify the historical classifications of type.
5. Use the proper terminology in describing type styles.
6. Explain the technical and aesthetic significance of the optical adjustments used in the design of letterforms.
7. Adapt the proper readability and legibility considerations in setting type for application in print, web, animation and video.
8. Apply the technical and aesthetic characteristic of typesetting to the visual prioritization of information on a page.
9. Apply basic design principles (space, size, rhythm, balance, contrast, proportion, unity, variety, harmony) to typesetting for enhancement of meaning and legibility in a variety of applications.

CGT 158 - Sound Design

1. Apply logical file management techniques.
2. Distinguish between analog, digital and synthesized sound.
3. Explain how sample rate and bit depth affect quality and download/playback time.
4. Create simple sound recording with appropriate editing for the electronic media.
5. Utilize equipment, hardware and software necessary for basic sound production.
6. Create aesthetically effective sound elements to enhance an image sequence compatible with a variety of applications.
7. Demonstrate respect for the sound professional, their equipment, studio set-ups, software and training.
8. Develop an understanding and appreciation for sound design in foreign films.
9. Create a musical or atonal score that would set the mood for a video game or film using sampled sounds.

CGT 161 - History of Graphic Design

1. Distinguish elements which increase the effectiveness of communication.
2. Explain major trends and movements in the history of design.
3. Examine key innovators and contributors to the field of graphic design.
4. Differentiate the social, cultural, technical and aesthetic trends which have affected the design of visual communications through history.
5. Explain the forces affecting our current systems of visual communication in an international environment.
6. Differentiate the historical, cultural, and technical influences in specific examples of graphic design.
7. Explain how developments in technology have changed the nature of visual communication over time.
8. Explain how changes in culture or society have resulted in changes in graphic design.
9. Compare examples of graphic design from different cultures or different times in terms of their effectiveness in communicating to their audiences.

CGT 163 - Interactive 1 UX Solutions

1. Utilize advanced UI/UX (User Interface/User Experience) tools for developing site structure.
2. Utilize advanced UI/UX tools for developing site presentation.
3. Implement current design standards of development with UI/UX practices.
4. Construct a valuable solution to a client’s design problem through identification of the target audience and the client’s goals.
5. Build sites using advanced UI/UX design process.
6. Implement appropriate User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Design methods and techniques.
7. Develop various multimedia, forms, tables, text and graphic design elements for integration into UI/UX design.
8. Leverage sitemaps, design compositions, wireframes and project descriptions to enhance efficient UI/UX design process.
9. Explain how the UI/UX works, its design and development challenges and current industry standards and trends.
10. Test the usability of a UI/UX design project.
11. Manage the design process of a project.
12. Test designs with users.

CGT 166 - Photography

1. Utilize the functions of the camera as a creative tool.
2. Develop an awareness of exposure options and how the manipulation of image structure affects the photographic impression.
3. Apply the process of composing within the view finder, taking into account effects of lighting, camera position and subject interaction.
4. Develop alternative imaging options that will explore previously unobtainable visual alternatives.
5. Utilize the merger of optical and digital issues to create imagery to be used in other applications.
6. Utilize the Zone System to maximize the efficiency of establishing an exposure.
7. Translate the dynamics of the Zone System into lighting techniques and options.
8. Adapt basic design principals into the composing of photographic imagery.
9. Manipulate the Depth of Field of an image to maximize the required impression of the photographic image.
10. Capture the impression of stop action or movement to express the emotion within the action.
11. Transfer the knowledge of lighting and composition into Portrait photography.
12. Capture the emotions of Editorial photography using attained skills.
13. Explore the options within Action photography and the variations in image structure based on a slow or fast shutter.

CGT 168 - Storyboarding

1. Demonstrate working knowledge of basic pre-production and production skills.
2. Integrate creative and technically superior media into a linear and nonlinear production method.
3. Provide clearly defined pre-production tasks required for the development of all media.
4. Analyze the emotional needs and basic technical requirements of set lighting and pre-production requirements.
5. Demonstrate pre-production storyboarding skills relating to camera movement and placement plus shot list development.
6. Establish the pre-production blocking using the storyboard process.
7. Determine the best use of audio based on the psychological implications of its use and Foley techniques.
8. Implement the transfer of storyboard frames into an animatic.
9. Integrate the dynamic qualities of lighting, film production, theater and audio into a clearly defined story.
10. Coordinate the pre–production requirements required to integrate - emotional, informational and instructional cross-disciplinary media.

CGT 208 - Digital Video Production

1. Integrate common computer graphic file formats and pixel /vector-based graphic images with audio files.
2. Demonstrate the concepts of time and space with the manipulation available with transformation, motion tools and effect options.
3. Modify images with masks and mattes plus the combining of masks and alpha channels.
4. Demonstrate audio manipulation and the synchronization of images with timing and tracking options.
5. Demonstrate the operational and creative capabilities of a digital video camera.
6. Distinguish which camera angle and sightline best communicates the scene’s message.
7. Evaluate the lighting requirements for a scene based on mood and action.
8. Determine production needs with pre-production planning tools.
9. Direct action and camera to best communicate the production’s goals.
10. Integrate these production skills with multiple motion graphics applications and rendering media.

CGT 210 - Visual Effects Production

1. Perform proper green screen shooting techniques and masking.
2. Fix improperly exposed footage.
3. Determine the Horizontal Angle of View to create models in post production with the proper scale.
4. Develop techniques to remove unwanted visual elements.
5. Establish Safe Practical Effects that can be used on set to help sell composite digital images.
6. Explain the process for calculating the camera’s frame rate when shooting scaled models.
7. Explain motion tracking.
8. Integrate camera and lens data within 3D programs to simulate and recreate the camera’s settings.
9. Direct Miniature Shooting to achieve realistic speed using scaled models.
10. Correct problematic situations digitally within video frames.
11. Coordinate the repair, shooting and creation of digital set extensions.

CGT 212 - Interactive Animation 2 UX Solutions

1. Apply UI (User Interface) project management skills.
2. Create storyboards, flowcharts, prototypes, rough cuts and pencil tests for use in the creation of UI/UX (User Interface/User Experience) elements in interactive projects.
3. Employ a professional production process in the creation of complex UI/UX elements.
4. Optimize UI/UX elements to allocate memory effectively.
5. Apply design and typographic skills to screen-based projects.
6. Create bitmap and vector graphics for use in screen-based projects.
7. Create scripts for interactive media employing navigation, variables, conditional statements and property changes using both mouse and keyboard inputs.
8. Solve scripting problems, found through UX testing, using logic and systematic troubleshooting techniques.
9. Create complex interactive projects using efficient navigation, feedback to the user and organization.

CGT 213 - Interactive Animation 3 UI/UX

1. Apply good project UI/UX (User Interface/User Experience) management skills.
2. Create storyboards, flowcharts, prototypes, rough cuts and pencil tests for use in the creation of the animation projects.
3. Modify content as necessary to allocate memory effectively.
4. Employ a professional production UI process in the creation of complex animation projects.
5. Apply good design and typographic skills to screen-based projects.
6. Create appropriate raster and vector graphics for use in screen-based projects.
7. Apply a variety of 2D animation and “camera” techniques to create effective User Experience.
8. Import graphics and sound with attention to file size and format to ensure quality results.
9. Create animation for computer-based instructional media.

CGT 215 - Motion Graphics 1-After Effects

1. Integrate common computer graphic file formats and pixel /vector based graphic images with audio files.
2. Apply the parameters of tool sets to modify image structures and object location.
3. Demonstrate how multiple compositions can be coordinated to develop motion and transitions.
4. Modify track hierarchy, masks and hierarchy development.
5. Integrate 3D space, cameras and lighting into a 2D world.
6. Apply presets tools to text and images.
7. Compose image structures and live footage into a seamlessly integrated element.
8. Create media that communicates a clearly defined message.
9. Integrate composites and multiple media elements into a unified production.

CGT 226 - Digital Imaging 2 - Photoshop

1. Apply previous developed layer, masking, path/selection and layer adjustment skills to develop composite images.
2. Apply RGB, CMYK and LAB color options to improve image quality, apply channel options and develop masking techniques.
3. Distinguish between which color options can effectively correct file based color variations and maximize image output.
4. Formulate a process for photographic retouching using methods to reduce imperfections and enhance positive traits.
5. Analyze a restoration to determine what damage has been done and what is necessary to reconstruct its photographic quality.
6. Apply appropriate channel, color options, masks and cloning/healing brush skills to reconstruct photographic quality.
7. Explore application options and effects that expand creative possibilities.
8. Apply compositing skills to merge images that collectively maximize image quality and effectively present a message.
9. Produce a concept that demonstrates how visual imagery can clearly communicate an emotional impression.
10. Demonstrate the creative process of theme development, product planning, plus the application of design and technical skills, to achieve a product that visually communicates a message.

CGT 231 - Electronic Publishing

1. Demonstrate professionalism through such practices as - showing awareness of copyright issues, obtaining permissions, applying appropriate proofing conventions and practicing good file management skills.
2. Create projects which balance effective design with the client and reader needs - such as choice of type, colors, images and graphic elements appropriate to a given audience, a given client and a given budget.
3. Use appropriate software, hardware and peripherals - such as scanners, printers, digital cameras and file servers - to create a variety of publishing design projects.
4. Apply professional typographic skills to a variety of design projects - such as an awareness of fonts and formatting of type for readability and style.
5. Apply professional color management skills to a variety of design projects - such as an awareness of spot/process inks, registration issues and technical considerations such as trapping, choking and bleeds.
6. Apply efficient project management skills to a variety of publishing design projects - such as setting up style definitions and grids, selecting color definitions appropriate to desired output, using large document management tools and choosing appropriate file formats for importing, exporting and final delivery.
7. Create projects within the limitations inherent in the various printing processes through appropriate design, formatting and layout choices.
8. Use Portable Document Format in the production workflow to properly create and use files for proofing, print production and screen viewing.
9. Demonstrate an ability to work across software applications by properly setting up files for import and using appropriate formats in the creation of elements for publishing projects.

CGT 234 - Interactive Design 4 UI/UX

1. Utilize current standards for developing site structure and semantics.
2. Utilize advanced User Interface techniques for altering the document presentation layer.
3. Identify project UI/UX (User Interface/User Experience) goals.
4. Utilize advanced UI/UX design process to create appropriate solutions to projects.
5. Utilize event handling in UI/UX software.
6. Test the User Experience of screen-based media or design panels.
7. Practice graceful degradation by leveraging unobtrusive media.
8. Adapt to user compatibility and their variances.
9. Explain how UX functionality affects browser performance.
10. Employ UX debugging, error handling and unit testing.

CGT 244 - History of Animation

1. Identify the major figures and their contribution to animation and graphic design history.
2. Explain within both an aesthetic and historical context why certain styles of animation were developed.
3. Explain the nature and structure of visual communication and storytelling.
4. Explain the progression of technological advances that make animation possible and their influences upon the art form.
5. Identify the milestones of animation (early optical devices, sound, color, multi-plane cameras, 3d, etc.,) their details, and importance.
6. Explain how business considerations (generating a revenue stream) have influenced the art form of animation.
7. Analyze the role of politics and social norms in shaping animation (propaganda animation).
8. Outline the path of animation through history as visual communication, in both an artistic and business framework, and its possible future directions.

CGT 246 - Motion Graphics 2 - After Effects

1. Integrate common motion graphic file formats and pixel/vector based graphic images with audio.
2. Integrate composites with digital motion production.
3. Develop timing for linear and non-linear production and informational processes.
4. Utilize the advanced features of paths and alpha mask development.
5. Integrate advanced audio controls to maximize effects.
6. Develop an advance understanding of 3D space.
7. Use the organizational skills of storytelling to present a thought and emotional response.
8. Integrate imaging resources into a final production.
9. Create media that communicates a clearly defined message.

CGT 247 - 3D Animation - Introduction

1. Apply good project management skills.
2. Create complex 3D models using primitives, basic modifiers and box-modeling techniques.
3. Create complex 3D models using spline extrusions, lathing and lofting techniques.
4. Create accurate 3D scenes using orthographic projections, snap-to functions, realistic units of measure and the XYZ coordinate system.
5. Create realistic model surfaces using basic material presets, including multiple materials on a single model.
6. Modify basic materials using diffuse/specular settings, texture map tiling and offset settings and transparency and illumination settings.
7. Create realistic 3D scenes using 3 point lighting techniques and appropriate camera, lighting and shadow settings.
8. Create simple 3D animations using camera motion and keyframe/tweening techniques.
9. Create smooth and realistic camera motions using motion paths and position constraints.

CGT 250 - Practical Application

1. Apply learned design skills to real world production situations, needs and timeframes.
2. Evaluate information provided by the client so that output can conform to the client’s product needs and demographic base.
3. Apply project management skills to a real world production situation.
4. Apply the basic principles of design to real world situations with economic restrictions.
5. Manage schedules and work plans.
6. Develop social, organizational and technical systems within the workplace.
7. Explain the process and outcome of proposed project for client approval.
8. Revise projects to expedite production or conform to client’s critique.
9. Creatively interact in multidisciplinary work teams.
10. Explain how learning and information processing styles affect interpersonal relationships.

CGT 252 - 3D Animation - Animating

1. Apply good project management skills.
2. Create realistic 3D models using a variety of modeling techniques, including dynamic objects and particle systems.
3. Modify models to conform to rendering and memory constraints.
4. Create animations using a variety of motion controllers, including motion constraints, dummy objects and the trackview editor.
5. Create animations with realistic motions using the settings within the trackview editor, such as looping and ease in/out.
6. Create animations with hierarchal motions using dummy objects, grouping and forward and inverse kinetics.
7. Create animated effects using animated materials, lights and environmental effects.
8. Create animations that display a good sense of timing and motion.
9. Create animations using animation software which tell a story and/or communicate ideas.

CGT 254 - 3D Animation - Advanced Models and Textures

1. Apply good project management skills.
2. Create realistic 3D models using a variety of modeling techniques, including, primitives, box and spline modeling.
3. Determine appropriate modeling techniques based on work flow and technical constraints.
4. Create a variety of models ranging from organic to mechanical, using appropriate modeling techniques.
5. Create accurate 3D scenes using orthographic projections, snap-to functions, realistic units of measure and the XYZ coordinate system.
6. Modify basic materials using diffuse/specular settings, texture map tiling and offset settings and transparency and illumination settings.
7. Create custom materials using maps generated in Photoshop or a similar digital imaging software.
8. Create realistic surfaces using a variety of material types and UVW mapping techniques.
9. Create 3D scenes with a variety of moods and effects using lighting techniques and environmental settings.

CGT 256 - Portfolio 3D - Reel Development

1. Apply good project management skills.
2. Employ a professional production process in the creation of a complex project.
3. Apply good design and typographic skills to a screen based project.
4. Evaluate their own work in terms of professional level skills and competencies.
5. Explain the current requirements for entry level work in the motion graphics industry.
6. Explain which skills are revealed in each of their portfolio projects.
7. Arrange projects in a sequence which is both informative and entertaining.
8. Create professional level materials for self marketing and promotion.
9. Create a demo reel showing sufficient skill and competencies to obtain entry level work in the field of 3D Animation or Video Production.

CGT 257 - Portfolio Preparation

1. Explain what makes a good professional level portfolio.
2. Explain how to keep a professional level portfolio updated.
3. Design a print-based professional level portfolio to use in interviews and in the pursuit of employment.
4. Design an electronic professional level portfolio to use in interviews and in the pursuit of employment.
5. Practice interview strategies using analytical, verbal, written and visual presentation techniques.
6. Create a professional resume.
7. Critique resume development for self and peers.
8. Explain the reasons for making portfolio assessment decisions.
9. Explore career opportunities to develop realistic expectations of the job market, career paths and the world of work; including design studios and what it is to freelance and to operate your own business.
10. Review a basic AIGA contract.
11. Explain simple legal consideration and copyright.
12. Design identity for business card.
13. Present final deliverables: resume, business card, print-based and electronic portfolio.
14. Critique final deliverables for peers.

CGT 271 - Computer Graphics Technology Internship

1. Apply learned design skills to real world production situations, needs and timeframes.
2. Apply project management skills to real world design situations.
3. Evaluate information provided by the client so that output can conform to the client’s product needs and demographic base.
4. Apply the basic principles of design to real world situations with economic restrictions.
5. Adapt within the social, organizational and technical systems of the workplace by creating and using schedules and work plans.
6. Implement design production techniques by accessing information, interpreting data and problem solving.
7. Revise projects to expedite production or conform to the client’s critique.
8. Effectively communicate with clients, administrators and co-workers.
9. Apply learning styles and information processing styles to positively affect interpersonal relationships.

CGT 298 - Honors Studies

1. Formulate a project that meets the department’s needs and expands the student’s design/technical skill set.
2. Establish a collaborative relationship with an instructor and, if necessary, other students on an extended project.
3. Conduct necessary research for a large graphic communication project.
4. Analyze the marketing issues and demographics related to the project.
5. Effectively communicate the dynamics of the project and possible outcomes.
6. Use software and hardware appropriate for the project.
7. Formulate a production plan, schedule and budget for this complex, long term project.
8. Facilitate any changes to the project to expedite production or conform to department’s critique.
9. Demonstrate self-management skills.

CIS 115 - Introduction to Computer Based Systems

1. Identify the major components of a computer and their function.
2. Differentiate between the various web resources used for communication, collaboration, commerce and entertainment.
3. Use the Internet and web resources to complete a task.
4. Explore application software used for productivity and business.
5. Explore system software used for operating systems, utility programs, and file management.
6. Evaluate your computer system to determine your hardware needs.
7. Explain the management of digital data and devices.
8. Differentiate between the types of databases.
9. Explore computer networking and security.
10. Explain how the internet works.
11. Apply ethics to technology related scenarios.
12. Examine how technology is used in society and in careers.

CIS 120 - Software Applications

1. Create a variety of business documents in Word.
2. Manipulate a number of commands and procedures that affect how the document appears when printed.
3. Format documents using features to rearrange text in a document, add special elements and change the appearance of text.
4. Create various workbooks in Excel.
5. Apply formatting attributes and color to enhance the appearance of the worksheet.
6. Manipulate Excel’s functions to create formulas.
7. Construct tables in Access.
8. Create queries, forms, and reports in Access.
9. Develop various PowerPoint presentations.

CIS 122 - Microsoft Outlook

1. Manage Outlook and E-mail.
2. Create send, and delete messages.
3. Manipulate message options.
4. Manage contacts, tasks and notes.
5. Customize, integrate and archive outlook components.

CIS 129 - Introduction to Programming Logic

1. Use programming logical control structures.
2. Create computer program designs using good logic.
3. Create flowcharts.
4. Create pseudocode.
5. Explore computer programs using the modular approach.
6. Examine the structured developmental approach.
7. Explore the use of program logic.
8. Explain debugging methods.
9. Examine basic programming syntax.

CIS 170 - Microsoft Windows

1. Identify the elements of the Windows operating system environment.
2. Demonstrate proficiency using the modules included in Windows.
3. Demonstrate the use of various tools included in the operating system to maximizing system performance.
4. Demonstrate use of the on-line help features in Windows.
5. Customize the desktop to best meet the user’s needs.
6. Demonstrate use of Windows enhanced support for digital media.
7. Identify components of the networking and Internet connectivity features of the operating system.
8. Identify various methods of protecting the computer from security threats.
9. Identify tools available for information search and collaborating with other users.

CIS 171 - Introduction to Networking

1. Compare network devices.
2. Troubleshoot network problems using appropriate tools and processes.
3. Explore options for managing and optimizing networks.
4. Characterize how protocols function within a layered communication system.
5. Explain how addresses are used to exchange information.
6. Summarize methods and tools used to improve network security.
7. Examine current technologies used in local area networks (LANs).
8. Identify technologies used in wide area networks (WANs).
9. Determine appropriate media and connectors for various networking scenarios.

CIS 172 - Network Security Fundamentals

1. Evaluate risks and threats that impact organizations relying on modern network technology and infrastructure.
2. Explore attacks, vulnerabilities and defenses for modern networks.
3. Improve network defense with network security concepts and technologies.
4. Explain fundamental principles of identity and access management.
5. Detect vulnerabilities using appropriate processes and tools.
6. Improve security of data and networks with appropriate cryptographic technologies.
7. Determine best practices for risk management and business continuity.
8. Determine the role of regulations, frameworks and policies in network security.
9. Investigate emerging trends in network security.

CIS 178 - Technical Microsoft Windows

1. Handle installation of the Windows operating system, updates and tools.
2. Manage functionality of the Windows operating system using appropriate tools and methods.
3. Administer users, groups and policies according to best practices.
4. Manage devices, file systems and storage.
5. Set up network protocols and remote access services.
6. Handle system maintenance and recovery.
7. Troubleshoot Windows systems using appropriate tools.
8. Develop proficiency using a command line interface (CLI).
9. Explore emerging technologies impacting the evolution of Windows.

CIS 180 - Spreadsheet Applications - Current Software

1. Prepare an Excel workbook.
2. Format an Excel worksheet.
3. Use formulas to obtain desired data calculations.
4. Interpret data within worksheets.
5. Create charts in Excel.
6. Apply different templates within Excel.
7. Differentiate between the advanced functions within Excel.
8. Utilize Excel’s analysis tools.
9. Import data from the Internet or other sources.

CIS 185 - Introduction to HTML

1. Use the Microsoft Windows operating system to perform routine tasks such as formatting disks; copying, moving and deleting files; organizing work in folders; etc.
2. Apply new Web design skills presented in hands-on tutorials.
3. Apply the concepts of Web page design to realistic case studies.
4. Use on-line Help and the Appendixes in the back of the textbook to find a solution to a problem.
5. Design a Web site using color, graphics, links, etc.
6. Build Web sites per design specifications.
7. Use advanced features such as tables, frames, forms, cascading style sheets, JavaScript, JavaScript objects and events to create Web sites.
8. Create multimedia Web pages with sound, video, and Java Applets.
9. Debug Web pages to display correctly.

CIS 211 - Introduction to C++

1. Create programs that use arithmetic expressions in C++ to solve problems.
2. Evaluate C++ expressions.
3. Explore making decisions.
4. Examine iteration control structures.
5. Construct arrays.
6. Explore strings.
7. Investigate using pointers.
8. Construct C++ functions.
9. Examine classes.
10. Explore class features and design issues.

CIS 215 - Advanced Software Applications

1. Construct various Word documents using a template.
2. Create a form letter and merge information from a data source in Word.
3. Customize data in an Excel template.
4. Analyze data with Excel’s database tools.
5. Apply Business Decisions with logical operators in Excel.
6. Create forms and reports with related tables in Access.
7. Enhance a PowerPoint presentation with advanced tables, charts and animation techniques.
8. Create custom shows in PowerPoint.
9. Deliver custom shows in PowerPoint.
10. Construct templates, photo albums and web pages in PowerPoint.

CIS 221 - Advanced C++

1. Examine various operators.
2. Explore inheritance.
3. Explain stream input/output.
4. Explore polymorphism.
5. Construct function templates.
6. Examine overloading.
7. Explore enumerations.
8. Examine binary systems.
9. Prepare code to handle exceptions.

CIS 223 - Introduction to C#

1. Create programs in C# that use the console interface.
2. Explore different types, classes and objects.
3. Create methods with parameters and return types.
4. Explain different decision structures.
5. Construct selection and iteration control structures in C# programming.
6. Create arrays and collections.
7. Manipulate strings.
8. Examine different types of data files.
9. Manipulate different objects for Windows forms.

CIS 225 - Database Management Systems

1. Demonstrate database skills learned with hands-on assignments.
2. Apply the concepts of database design by completing realistic case studies.
3. Explore the capabilities of Access using the online help facility and other materials.
4. Use Access Wizards such as Lookup Wizard, Form and Report Wizards, Control Wizards, etc.
5. Create queries including query calculations, parameter queries, crosstab queries, action queries, top value queries, compound criteria and view SQL query statements.
6. Maintain a database.
7. Interface with other applications to Access.
8. Create forms and reports.
9. Design a switchboard with multiple pages as a graphical user interface using macros.
10. Administer a database system.

CIS 235 - Managing and Troubleshooting PCs

1. Explain the physical concepts of a motherboard in a personal computer.
2. Explain the electrical properties found in the motherboard of a personal computer.
3. Examine the electrical properties of the power supply.
4. Explore the computer BIOS.
5. Explain the types of microprocessors.
6. Explain input/output devices.
7. Explain data storage devices.
8. Explain basic networking fundamentals.
9. Examine operating system fundamentals.

CIS 238 - JavaScript

1. Incorporate JavaScript into HTML.
2. Examine variables, literals and expressions.
3. Explore conditionals.
4. Explore validating form data with JavaScript.
5. Explain the use of functions.
6. Explore objects, properties and methods.
7. Manipulate data in arrays.
8. Explore handling events in JavaScript.
9. Examine debugging and error handling.
10. Examine the use of JavaScript cookies.

CIS 250 - Systems Development and Design

1. Explain the terminology of the development process.
2. Identify the steps in the systems development process.
3. Examine the basic techniques of systems design.
4. Explore Modeling Tools.
5. Defend solutions to specific team projects.
6. Create team presentations.
7. Create individual presentations.
8. Demonstrate teamwork.
9. Facilitate teams to solve problems.

CIS 251 - IT Project Management

1. Explain what a project is.
2. Summarize the project management profession.
3. Identify information technology projects.
4. Explore what’s critical to a project’s success.
5. Examine the five project management process groups.
6. Identify the process of monitoring and controlling the project.
7. Examine how software can assist in project management.
8. Explore Gantt charts.
9. Explore PERT charts.

CIS 255 - Introduction to Linux

1. Configure hardware settings using appropriate files and utilities.
2. Manage Linux boot settings.
3. Handle installation of the Linux operating system and packages.
4. Manage files, settings and processes using the command line.
5. Configure file and storage features.
6. Write basic bash scripts.
7. Configure the X user interface.
8. Handle administrative tasks using automation when appropriate.
9. Explore various aspects of networking, security and integrity of a Linux OS environment.

CIS 273 - TCP/IP and Network Architectures

1. Examine IP addressing and related protocols.
2. Examine the protocols used to transport data over the Internet.
3. Examine Basic TCP/IP services.
4. Examine the Domain Name System Protocol.
5. Examine the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol.
6. Examine methods of securing TCP/IP Environments.
7. Examine routing in the IP Environment.
8. Identify principles of monitoring and managing IP Networks.
9. Identify the key features of Internet Protocol Version 6.

CIS 274 - Advanced Linux

1. Evaluate system resources and capacity.
2. Handle administrative and troubleshooting tasks associated with the Linux kernel.
3. Handle administrative and support tasks related to system startup, recovery and file systems.
4. Configure advanced storage and networking features.
5. Perform system maintenance.
6. Configure network infrastructure services.
7. Configure services for network client management.
8. Implement services important to system and network security.
9. Handle system administration in a secure manner.