2011-2013 Catalog-EXPIRED [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Codes and Descriptions
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BA 183 - Supervision (3/3)
The management functions of planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling are related directly to the first level of management. Distinctions are drawn between supervising in union versus nonunion situations.
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BA 201 - Business Communication (3/3)
Survey of interpersonal oral and written communication: presentational speaking, interviewing skills, listening, nonverbal communication, conflict resolution, group dynamics, letter and memo writing, developments in business communication technology. Recommended: BA 101 or EN 101 .
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BA 204 - Electronic Commerce (3/3)
BA 204 introduces the student to the exciting world of e-commerce and the ecommerce process from both an historical and a research perspective. This course will introduce important concepts in e-commerce and help the student see the ecommerce process through the eyes of the business professional and entrepreneur. In addition the course will help the student understand e-commerce’s impact on traditional and modern business models. This course will help the student learn how to succeed in a digital economy.
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BA 205 - Internet Marketing (3/3)
BA 205 introduces the student to the exciting world of Internet marketing and the Internet marketing process from both an historical and a research perspective. This course will introduce important concepts in Internet marketing and help the student see the Internet marketing process through the eyes of the business professional and entrepreneur. In addition this course will help the student understand Internet marketing’s impact on traditional and modern business models. This course will help the student learn how to succeed in a digital economy.
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BA 207 - Business Law 1 (3/3)
Introduction to legal rights; jurisdiction and the courts; dispute resolution; torts; business crimes; contracts; warranty and product liability; agency, consumer, environmental, employment, and property law.
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BA 208 - Business Law 2 (3/3)
Introduction to intellectual property, sales contracts, negotiable instruments, banking, secured transactions, creditor rights, bankruptcy, business organizations, antitrust, estate planning and international law.
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BA 209 - Issues in Business Ethics (3/3)
Students learn perspectives of business practices and policies which critically examine current issues in business as they relate to business and its internal and external environments. Students learn to make knowledgeable decisions when confronted with conflicts in practice. The issue of business ethics is emphasized throughout the course, and a practical approach to recognizing, avoiding, understanding, and resolving ethical problems confronting individuals in a business environment is discussed.
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BA 230 - Business Simulations (4/4)
Students will use Microsoft Office applications to produce letters, memos, manuscripts, tables, and other executive communications. Production and timed writings are used to build and measure production rates. Recommended Skills: BA 120 (or Department Approval), BA 136 and BA 145
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BA 236 - Input Technologies (2/2)
Students will use a variety of input technologies including Digital Voice Recording equipment and software, Dragon Naturally Speaking voice input, Palm© handheld computers, email, and voicemail to transcribe and produce mailable business documents. Recommended Skills: BA 120 (or Department Approval), BA 136 and BA 145 . - Internet research skills – Word processing skills to complete assignments.
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BA 245 - Records and Information Management (3/3)
An introduction to the principles of records and information management. Students will learn how to establish a records management program, plan the retention and disposition of records, manage active and inactive records, and plan for records safety and security. Recommended Skills: BA 145 or CO 170
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BA 247 - Advanced Computer Applications in Business (4/4)
Students will develop problem-solving abilities while applying advanced software skills to real-world situations by creating enhanced and integrated business documents. Students learn how data can be used, analyzed, and synthesized in a business situation. Recommended Skills: BA 136 and BA 145
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BA 248 - Contemporary Office Procedures (3/3)
This course addresses the duties, skills, and personal qualities needed by office employees including the office environment, equipment and supplies; information processing; appointments and office visitors; telecommunications; travel arrangements; meeting preparation; negotiating the workplace; human relations skills and career opportunities. Recommended Skills: BA 125 (or Department Approval), Internet research skills
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BA 254 - Business Statistics (3/3)
Prerequisites: One year of algebra – An introduction to the statistical concepts of organizing, analyzing, and interpreting business data. Includes descriptive statistics, probability distributions, sampling, tests of hypotheses, one way analysis of variance, and introduction to correlation/regression and time series.
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BA 256 - Principles of Accounting-1 (4/4)
A study of principles of financial accounting. This course includes asset, liability, and stockholders’ equity classifications, the accounting cycle for service businesses and merchandisers, accounting information systems, internal control, conrol of cash, accounts and notes receivable, inventory, plant assets and depreciation, payroll, current and long term liabilities, including bonds payable.
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BA 257 - Principles of Accounting-2 (4/4)
Prerequisites: BA 256 or equivalent, with a grade of C (not C-) or better strongly recommended. BA 256 strongly recommended – A study of accounting for corporate organizations, short and long-term investments, cash flow analysis, survey of cost accounting, standard costs, budgeting, managerial accounting techniques, and cost-volume-profit analysis.
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BA 260 - Computerized Accounting 2 (2/2)
Students learn to convert a company’s set of books to a computerized accounting system in this advanced computerized accounting course. Employing a popular software package used in many small to medium businesses (Peachtree), students will cover such topics as general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable payroll, inventory, job costing, and adjusting and closing entries. This is a hands-on course taught in a computer classroom. Recommended: BA 256 or equivalent
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BA 262 - Cost Accounting (3/3)
Prerequisites: BA 257 – Cost systems and cost accumulation methods including job order and process cost principles and practices. Planning and control of materials, labor, and factory overhead. Standard cost system with variance analysis.
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BA 264 - Intermediate Accounting (3/3)
Prerequisites: BA 257 – A study of financial reporting concepts and processes. The course includes financial statement preparation and the accounting theory by which it is governed. It also includes accounting of balance sheet items: cash, marketable securities, receivable, inventory valuation procedures; plant asset acquisitions, depreciation, and retirement.
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BA 268 - Tax Accounting (3/3)
Prerequisites: BA 256 (BA 257 strongly recommended) – An introductory course in income taxation and tax procedures for accounting majors and other business students. Emphasis will be placed on tax issues and return preparation for individuals and unincorporated businesses. Primary focus is on the development of working familiarity with tax forms, documentation and solution of tax problems affecting individuals. Federal taxation emphasized.
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BA 270 - Marketing (3/3)
This course introduces the student to the exciting world of marketing and the marketing process. The role and nature of marketing as a mechanism for creating new customers, products, and services are presented. This course will introduce important concepts in marketing and help the student see the marketing process through the eyes of the marketing professional. Students will learn how to develop winning marketing strategies and to exceed customer expectations. Students will learn to develop product, price, promotion, and distribution channel strategies. This course includes consumer buying behavior, product concepts, international and service marketing, ethics, and the future of marketing. Students without business experience should first complete BA 103 .
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BA 272 - Marketing Problems (3/3)
Prerequisites: BA 270 – The course will provide the student with a variety of case problems and marketing situations varied in content and mode of presentation. Cases will deal with all sizes of companies, multinational to small proprietorship products and services; profit and nonprofit organizations. Participants will design and execute a marketing research project as integral part of their classroom responsibility.
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BA 276 - Business Innovation (4/4)
This course introduces the student to the exciting world of innovators, inventors, and idea people who are creating new products, services, and processes. Innovators are the key driving force impacting economic development in the world. This course introduces the student to business innovation and the innovation process from both historic and research perspectives. The role and nature of business innovation is to help take creative ideas and inventions to the next level of business implementation and application, in other words, real-market solutions. Business innovation is the process of commercializing ideas and inventions. That process is driven by an individual’s ability to leverage both critical and creative thinking skills. This course will introduce important concepts in business innovation and help the student see the business innovation process through the eyes of the business manager. The outlook for entrepreneurs and innovators continues to be strong. Companies are looking for people with an entrepreneurial mindset and innovative thinking skills.
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BA 282 - Organizational Behavior (3/3)
A survey of factors affecting the ability of an individual to adapt to the human elements in an organization and how these factors impact career mobility. Selected topics include personal and organizational communication, self-esteem, conflict resolution, dealing with diversity, organizational etiquette and tactfulness, influence and office politics, reward systems, stress management, and participation in teams.
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BA 283 - Business Management (3/3)
The fundamentals of management: planning, organizing, directing, and controlling.
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BA 284 - Human Resources Management (3/3)
ting, compensation systems, training and development, labor and employee relations, safety and health, benefits and services. The responsibilities of the human resources function and the line person’s expectations and working relationship with this unit of the organization are studied.
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BA 286 - Small Business Management (3/3)
This course emphasizes the managerial considerations involved in establishing a small business and the challenges confronting the entrepreneur. Students will be able to identify entrepreneurial and managerial skills needed to become a successful business manager and/or business owner. Recommended: BA 103 or business experience
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BA 288 - Introduction to International Business (3/3)
Students will examine international business from a truly global perspective. The relationship between business and government will be addressed by reviewing business as well as policy concerns. Students will learn relevant theoretical and practical insights so that the real world international business is better understood. Recommended: BA 103 or equivalent
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Chemistry |
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CHM 100 - Basic Chemistry (3/3)
Prerequisites: MA 98 or equivalent – CHM 100 is a non-laboratory course designed to prepare students, without a chemistry background, to take CHM 120 , CHM 130 , or CHM 210 . Topics include the periodic table, modern atomic theory, chemical bonding, measurements and mathematical relationships in chemistry. Students taking this course are expected to read the textbook and perform simple mathematical operations. Students who have successfully completed MA 107 or higher and wish to enroll in CHM 120 , or CHM 130 may do so without taking CM 100 or High School chemistry as a prerequisite. CHM 100 does not fulfill MACRAO lab science requirements and may not transfer as general education science credit.
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CHM 102 - Introduction to Chemical Technology (1/1)
This course provides an overview of Chemical Technology with a focus on the role of the chemical technician. The course provides instruction in job safety, literature searches and resume preparation. The topics include study skills and attitudes necessary for study of science/technology as well as means of continuing professional and personal growth.
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CHM 110 - Chemistry in the Modern World (4/6)
Chemistry for non-science majors and some medical curriculum students designed to give students a better understanding of the relationship between science, technology, and the environment. Topics include chemical reactions, energy, organic chemistry, nuclear chemistry, acids and bases, and biochemistry. The laboratory is designed to introduce and reinforce lecture concepts. 4 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory. Offered Fall, Winter and Summer semesters. CM 101
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CHM 120 - Survey of General Chemistry (5/7)
Prerequisites: Chemistry: CHM 100 or CHM 101 Mathematics: MA 107 or any higher MA course – This course provides an overview of the fundamental laws and concepts in chemistry. Topics covered include atomic and molecular structure, nuclear chemistry, phases of matter, solutions, stoichiometry, thermodynamics, equilibrium, acid-base reactions, oxidation-reduction reactions, and kinetics. This course is designed for baccalaureate medical curriculum students as well as students intending to obtain a degree in polymer technology. CM 109
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CHM 130 - General Chemistry 1 (4/4)
Prerequisites: High school chemistry or equivalent (CHM 100 or CHM 101 at GRCC) and high school algebra or equivalent (MA 104 at GRCC) – CHM 130 is designed to provide science and engineering majors the fundamental concepts of 1st semester general chemistry. Emphasis is on developing an understanding of atomic theory, chemical structure and bonding, stoichiometry, solutions, thermodynamics as well as solid and liquid properties. The laboratory (CHM 131 ) is designed to introduce and reinforce lecture concepts. This course serves premedical, pre-dental, pre-pharmacy students, as well as science majors. CM 103
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CHM 131 - General Chemistry 1 Laboratory (1/3)
Prerequisites: High school chemistry or equivalent (CHM 100 or CHM 101 at GRCC), high school algebra or equivalent (MA 98 at GRCC); Corequisites: Must be concurrently enrolled in CHM 130 or previously completed CHM 130 . CHM 131 is the lab component of CHM 130 . Students enrolled in CHM 130 must take the laboratory component for lab science credit – This lab is designed to provide science and engineering majors with laboratory techniques and concepts for the first semester of general chemistry. The laboratory is designed to introduce and reinforce lecture concepts. This course serves pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-pharmacy students, as well as science majors. CM 103–Lab
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CHM 140 - General Chemistry 2 (4/4)
Prerequisites: CHM 130 or CHM 150 . CHM 140 is designed to provide science majors the fundamental concepts of 2nd semester general chemistry – Emphasis is on developing an understanding of gas laws, chemical kinetics, molecular and ionic equilibrium, acid-base chemistry, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry. The laboratory (CHM 141 ) builds upon the skills developed in CHM 130 / CHM 131 and is designed to reinforce lecture concepts. This course serves premedical, pre-dental, pre-pharmacy students, as well as science majors. CM 104
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CHM 141 - General Chemistry 2 Laboratory (1/3)
Prerequisites: CHM 130 / CHM 131 or CHM 150 / CHM 151 ; Corequisites: CHM 140 (may be taken as a pre-requisite). CHM 141 is the lab component of CHM 140 . Students enrolled in CHM 140 must take the laboratory component for lab science credit – This lab is designed to provide science and engineering majors with laboratory techniques and concepts for the 2nd semester of general chemistry. The laboratory is designed to introduce and reinforce lecture concepts. This course serves pre-medical, predental, pre-pharmacy students, as well as science majors. CM 104–Lab
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CHM 150 - Honors Chemistry I (4/4)
Prerequisites: High school chemistry or equivalent (CHM 100 or CHM 110 at GRCC) and high school algebra and trigonometry (MA 107 and MA 108 at GRCC) – CHM 150 is intended for students majoring in science or engineering who have excellent backgrounds in the theory and practice (lab) of high school chemistry. This course will help students gain a more in-depth understanding of the fundamental concepts in first semester general chemistry. Emphasis will be placed on topics such as atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, intermolecular forces, phases of matter, phase changes, solutions, stoichiometry, and thermodynamics. The laboratory (CHM 151 ) is designed to introduce and reinforce lecture topics with an emphasis on quantitative methods. This course meets only in the Fall semesters and consists of 4 hours of lecture. CM 113
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CHM 151 - Honors Chemistry 1 Laboratory (1/3)
Prerequisites: High school chemistry or equivalent (CHM 100 or CHM 110 at GRCC). High school algebra and trigonometry (MA 107 and MA 108 at GRCC); Corequisites: CHM 150 (may be taken as a prerequisite). CM 151 is the lab component of CHM 150 . Students enrolled in CHM 150 must complete the laboratory component (CHM 151) for lab science credit – The laboratory component will provide experimental techniques and concepts to science and engineering majors in the first semester of general chemistry. Laboratory experiments are designed to introduce and reinforce lecture topics with an emphasis on quantitative methods. Lab meets in in Fall semester only for 3 hours. CM 113–Lab
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CHM 160 - Honors Chemistry II (4/4)
Prerequisites: Completion of CHM 150 with a grade of C- or higher, or completion of CHM 130 with a grade of A- or higher – CHM 160 is the second course in the yearlong chemistry sequence / CHM 160. It serves students majoring in science or engineering with excellent backgrounds in the theory and practice (lab) of high school chemistry, and provides a more in-depth study of the topics discussed. Emphasis is placed on topics such as gas properties, chemical equilibrium, chemical kinetics, acids and bases, solubility, redox chemistry, electrochemistry, coordination chemistry, nuclear chemistry, and a brief introduction to organic and biochemistry. The lab component (CHM 161 ) of this course is designed to introduce and reinforce lecture topics with an emphasis on quantitative methods. CHM 160 is offered only in Winter semesters and is 4 hours of lecture per week. CM 114
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CHM 161 - Honors Chemistry II Lab (1/3)
Prerequisites: CHM 160 , completion of CHM 150 and CHM 151 with grades of C- or higher, or completion of CHM 130 and CHM 131 with grades of A- or higher; Corequisites: CHM 160 (may be taken as a prerequisite) – CHM 161 is the laboratory component of CHM 160 . Experiments are designed to introduce techniques and fundamental principles of chemistry with an emphasis on quantitative methods. Students enrolled in CHM 160 must take this course to satisfy their lab science credit. The course serves engineering and science majors and meets for 3 hours of laboratory per week in Winter semesters. CM 114–Lab
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CHM 170 - Energy Storage Technology (3/4)
Prerequisites: CHM 130 / CHM 131 or CHM 150 / CHM 151 and MA 107 or any higher MA; Corequisites: CHM 140 or CHM 160 course – The course will discuss the history of energy storage, with a focus on current and developing technology in batteries and fuel cells. A significant portion of the class will be devoted to the study of hydrogen fuel cell operation, manufacture, and applications, including an overview of the requirements for hydrogen gas production, storage, and delivery. Another significant portion of the course will be devoted to the study of lithium-based battery operation, manufacture, and applications. Laboratory experiments will reinforce and extend the lecture topics. If possible, the lab experience will include trips to local facilities to observe the operation of hybrid and electric vehicles and a trip to a battery manufacturing site. This course is designed for students pursuing a one-year certificate in Battery Technology/ Energy Storage and is not intended to transfer as a General Education Natural Science course. This is a 3-credit lecture/lab course that may be offered only during the winter semesters.
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CHM 210 - Inorganic, Organic, and Biochemistry (4/6)
Prerequisites: CHM 100 or CHM 110 at GRCC with a grade of C- or higher or an equivalent course – CHM 210 is designed to introduce students to selected topics in general, organic, and biological chemistry. This course serves students who are applying to the Dental Hygiene Program and some transfer allied health students. Emphasis is on measurement, bonding, acids and bases, and the classes, physical properties, and reactivity of organic molecules. These concepts are applied to the study of biomolecules and the biological pathways. This course is offered in Winter, during the day, and in the Fall, during the evening.
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CHM 230 - Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry (4/4)
Prerequisites: CHM 120 ; CHM 140 and CHM 141 ; or CHM 160 and CHM 161 (with a grade of C or higher) – CHM 230 is designed for students requiring a one semester course in organic and biochemistry. This course may be required by four-year degree programs in nursing and allied health professions. Students should verify which chemistry courses are needed for their specifi c transfer programs. Topics include biologically signifi cant classes of organic compounds and their reactions, classes of biological compounds including carbohydrates, proteins and lipids and major metabolic pathways.
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CHM 231 - Introductory Organic and Biochemistry Lab (1/2)
Prerequisites: CHM 120 ; CHM 140 and CHM 141 ; or CHM 160 and CHM 161 with a grade of C- or higher and CHM 230 ; Corequisites: CHM 230 (may be taken as a prerequisite) – CHM 231 is a lab course designed to accompany the lecture course CHM 230. CHM 231 primarily serves students in nursing and allied health professions requiring the lab portion of an Introductory Organic and Biochemistry course. Students will be introduced to basic organic and biochemistry laboratory techniques including spectrophotometry, chromatography and polarimetry to explore acids and bases, buffers, equilibrium, intermolecular forces, organic molecules, proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, fats and metabolism. This course is offered during Fall and Winter semester. CM 229
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CHM 240 - Survey of Organic Chemistry (4/5.50)
Prerequisites: CHM 120 , CHM 140 / CHM 141 , or CHM 160 / CHM 161 (with a grade of C- or higher) – CHM 240 is designed to prepare students who require one semester of organic chemistry for biological and polymer chemistry. This course serves mainly students in transfer to allied health, environmental science and polymer technology programs as well as those in the Certificate or Associate degree Chemical Technology programs. Students will be introduced to the classes of organic compounds, reactions, synthesis, mechanisms, and spectroscopy. This course is offered during the Fall and Winter semesters. CM 231
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CHM 250 - Biological Chemistry (4/4)
Prerequisites: CHM 240 with a grade of C- or higher or CHM 260 , CHM 261 and CHM 270 – CHM 250 is designed for students who require a one semester course in biological chemistry. This course serves mainly students in transfer allied health programs, as well as those in the Associate degree Chemical Technology programs. Students will be introduced to the structure and function of biochemicals found in and utilized by humans. Topics include buffers, carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, bioenergetics, enzymes, metabolism and protein synthesis. This course is offered during the Fall and Winter semesters. CM 241
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CHM 251 - Biological Chemistry Lab (1/1.50)
Prerequisites: CHM 250 , may be taken concurrently – CHM 251 is a lab course designed to accompany the lecture course CHM 250 . CHM 251 serves students requiring a one semester biological chemistry laboratory course. This course serves mainly students in transfer allied health programs, as well as those in the Associate degree Chemical Technology programs. Students will be introduced to basic biochemical laboratory techniques including spectroscopy, chromatography, polarimetry and electrophoresis to explore topics including buffers, amino acids, enzymes, carbohydrates, metabolism and nucleic acids. This course is offered during the Fall and Winter semesters. CM 241–Lab
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CHM 260 - Organic Chemistry 1 (4/4)
Prerequisites: CHM 140 , CHM 160 or CHM 120 with a grade of C- or higher – CHM 260 is the first part of a two-semester sequence for those students who require a full year of organic chemistry. This course is designed to prepare students for biological chemistry and serves mainly students in pre-pharmacy, predental, pre-medicine, chemical engineering, chemical technology and chemistry programs. The course topics include nomenclature, stereochemistry, mechanism, organic reactions and spectroscopy. Many transfer institutions require CHM 261 as a co-requisite. This course is offered every Fall semester and Winter semesters of even numbered years. CM 236
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CHM 261 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory 1 (1/4)
Prerequisites: CHM 140 / CHM 141 , CHM 160 / CHM 161 or CHM 120 with a grade of C- or higher; Corequisites: CHM 260 (may be taken as a prerequisite) – CHM 261 is the first part of a two-semester sequence for those students who require a full year of organic chemistry lab. This course serves mainly those students in pre-pharmacy, pre-dental, pre-medicine, chemical engineering, chemical technology and chemistry programs. Students will be introduced to basic organic laboratory techniques, including extraction, distillation, chromatographic techniques, and synthetic methodologies. The use of spectroscopy will be introduced as a means of structure determination. This course is offered every Fall semester and Winter semesters of even numbered years. CM 237
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CHM 270 - Organic Chemistry 2 (4/4)
Prerequisites: CHM 260 with a grade of C- or higher – CHM 270 is the second part of a two-semester sequence for those students who require a full year of organic chemistry. This course is designed to prepare students for biological chemistry and serves mainly those students in pre-pharmacy, pre-dental, pre-medicine, chemical engineering chemical technology, and chemistry programs. Nomenclature, physical properties, spectroscopy, and the reactions of the different classes of organic molecules are studied. The concepts learned in CHM 260 and CHM 270 are brought together through the study of the synthesis of molecules. Many transfer institutions also require CHM 271 as a co-requisite. This course is offered during Winter semesters and in the Fall semesters of even numbered years. CM 238
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CHM 271 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory 2 (1/4)
Prerequisites: CHM 261 with a grade of C- or higher; Corequisites: CHM 270 (may be taken as a prerequisite) – CHM 271 is taught at the honors level and is the second part of a two-semester sequence for those students who require a full year of organic chemistry lab. This course serves mainly students in pre-pharmacy, pre-dental, premedicine, chemical engineering, chemical technology or chemistry programs. The laboratory techniques and problem solving skills acquired in CHM 261 will be applied to more complex reaction systems. Spectroscopy will be applied to structure determination and unknown analysis. This course is offered during Winter semesters. CM 239
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CHM 280 - Quantitative Chemical Analysis (4/7)
Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in CHM 120 or CHM 140 and CHM 141 or CHM 160 and CHM 161 as well as A grade of C- or better in MA 110 or any higher MA course – This course is designed to provide rigorous theoretical training in quantitative methods of chemical analysis and the statistical analysis of data. Classical wet chemistry techniques such as volumetric and gravimetric methods of analysis are explored via lecture and laboratory experiences. Electrochemical and spectrochemical methods as well as gas and liquid chromatography are also introduced. This course is designed for students intending to obtain a chemical technology degree or to major or minor in chemistry or chemical engineering. Offered only in the winter semester of odd numbered years. CM 212
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CHM 290 - Instrumental Analysis (4/7)
Prerequisites: Completion of CHM 280 , Quantitative Chemical Analysis, with a C or better – This course will cover the principles and applications of analytical instrumentation. Topics include spectroscopy, electroanalytical chemistry, separation methods, and thermal analysis. This course is designed for students intending to obtain a chemical technology degree or to major or minor in chemistry. Offered only in the summer semester of odd-numbered years. CM 282
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CD 105 - Foundations of Early Childhood Education (3/3)
An introduction to the field of early childhood education from infancy through schoolage. Topics include: child development and learning, health, safety and nutrition, family and community collaboration, teaching and learning, assessment, observation and documentation, professionalism, administration and program management, and interactions and guidance.
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CD 116 - Families, Intimate Relationships, and Human Sexuality (3/3)
An interdisciplinary approach to the study of marriage, intimate relationships, human sexuality, and family functioning. Provides a basis for making decisions about life styles and sexual choices in contemporary society. Emphasis is placed on changing roles, gender relationships, love, intimacy, communication, diversity of family systems, and sexuality throughout the family life cycle
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CD 118 - Human Growth and Development-1 (4/5)
Prerequisites: Students enrolled in CD 118 must undergo a Criminal Background Check and a Department of Human Services Central Registry Check. Being convicted of ANY FELONY, any of the listed offenses as defined by MCL 28.722 (Sex Offenders Registration Act; Act 295 of 1994), or being listed on the Michigan Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry will result in refusal of lab placement and removal from the course. Complete policy information is provided on the GRCC Website Human Growth and Development is the study of the total person from conception through adolescence, including stages and considerations in adult development. Emphasis is on observing and analyzing physical, cognitive, language and socialemotional development. This course requires laboratory experience with children at approved sites. Three hours lecture and two hours of lab.
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CD 119 - Methods in Preschool Education (4/6)
Prerequisites: 1. Successful completion of CD 118 with a grade of C- or better. 2. Students enrolled in CD 119 must undergo a Criminal Background Check and a Department of Human Services Central Registry Check. Being convicted of ANY FELONY, any of the listed offenses as defined by MCL 28.722 (Sex Offenders Registration Act; Act 295 of 1994), or being listed on the Michigan Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry will result in refusal of lab placement and removal from the course. Complete policy information is provided on the GRCC Website – This course focuses on the planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum for preschool children. Each student is assigned a lab instructor at the GRCC Lab Preschool who will assist with and evaluate weekly activities and teaching sessions planned and implemented by the student. Three hours lecture and three hours lab participation at the GRCC Lab Preschool.
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CD 120 - Adult Development (3/3)
The major emphasis of this course is on normal adult development, ages 18 through senescene. Focus on the biological, cognitive, social and occupational aspects of the developmental stages of adult life. Topics include theories of adult development, specific developmental life tasks, issues related to specific stages of development, research design and methods, and interview techniques.
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CD 180 - Cooperative Education in Child Development – 1 (3/3)
Prerequisites: Completion of CD 118 and CD 119 or CD 210 with a grade of C- or better – CDA students participate in a cooperative program of work and learning involving area employers. Students are required to work a minimum of 225 hours a semester under a qualified supervisor at approved employment and attend scheduled class sessions.
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CD 210 - Infant/Toddler Development (4/5)
Prerequisites: 1. Successful completion of CD 118 with a grade of C- or better. 2. Students enrolled in CD 210 must undergo a Criminal Background Check and a Department of Human Services Central Registry Check. Being convicted of ANY FELONY, any of the listed offenses as defined by MCL 28.722 (Sex Offenders Registration Act; Act 295 of 1994), or being listed on the Michigan Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry will result in refusal of lab placement and removal from the course. Complete policy information is provided on the GRCC Website – The focus of this course is on the physical, sensory and perceptual, cognitive, language, social and emotional development in the child, birth to 2 1/2 years. The emphasis is on caregiver skills, curriculum planning and environmental structuring to enhance and stimulate development in in-home and group care settings. Three hours lecture, two hours lab.
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CD 215 - Adult-Child Interaction (3/3)
This course consists of three hours of lecture focusing on the practical application of current research to adult-child interactions. Theories, problems and techniques of adultchild interactions will be explored with an emphasis on problem-solving in adult-child relationships.
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CD 218 - Preschool Management (3/3)
Prerequisites: Completion of CD 118 and CD 119 or CD 210 with a grade of C- or better – Focus is on the role and responsibilities of an early childhood program director and on the skills and knowledge necessary to be successful as a director. Topics include teamwork, leadership, standards of quality, health and safety, relationships with parents, budgeting, space, schedule and equipment, staff hiring and supervision, and professionalism. This course meets a portion of the National Association for the Education of Young Children’s accreditation requirement for center directors.
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CD 230 - Young Children With Special Needs (4/4)
Prerequisites: 1. Successful completion of CD 118 with a grade of C- or better. 2. Students enrolled in CD 230 must undergo a Criminal Background Check and a Department of Human Services Central Registry Check. Being convicted of ANY FELONY, any of the listed offenses as defined by MCL 28.722 (Sex Offenders Registration Act; Act 295 of 1994), or being listed on the Michigan Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry will result in refusal of lab placement and removal from the course. Complete policy information is provided on the GRCC Website. Introduction to disabling conditions in early childhood education. Emphasis is on assessment, diagnosis and lab participation in a special education setting. Working with children in selected special education programs is required. Three hours lecture, two hours lab arranged off campus.
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CD 260 - Emergent Literacy (3/3)
Prerequisites: 1. Completion of CD 118 Human Growth and Development with a grade of C-. 2. Students enrolled in CD 260 are required to participate in 20 hours of tutoring through Schools of Hope Program at Grand Rapids Public Schools, and must undergo a Criminal Background Check and a Department of Human Services Central Registry Check. Being convicted of ANY FELONY, any of the listed offenses as defined by MCL 28.722 (Sex Offenders Registration Act; Act 295 of 1994), or being listed on the Michigan Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry will result in refusal of lab placement (tutoring) and removal from the course. Complete policy information is provided on the GRCC website. This course focuses on literacy acquisition theory and practice from 0 to 3rd grade. Literacy development stages, factors that effect reading acquisition, and characteristics of fluent readers are included. The importance of play, schema theory, language development and reading acquisition, and assessment procedures are stressed. 20 hours of tutoring through the Schools of Hope program at GRPS are required.
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CD 270 - Leadership in Early Childhood Education (3/3)
Prerequisites: CD 118 and CD 119 or CD 210 with a grade of C- or better – This course explores leadership in the field of early childhood. It will examine the multiple styles and theories of leadership. Topics include: assessing your own leadership style, identifying leadership opportunities in the community and state, engaging in teamwork, coaching and mentoring and use of data towards continuous quality improvement. This course meets a portion of the National Association for the Education of Young Children’s accreditation requirement for center directors.
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CD 280 - Cooperative Education in Child Development (3/3)
Prerequisites: Completion of CD 118 , CD 119 and CD 120 with a grade of C- or better; Corequisites: CD 285 – Associate degree students participate in a cooperative program of work and learning involving area employers. Students are required to work a minimum of 225 hours per semester under a qualified supervisor at approved employment. MUST BE TAKEN WITH CD 285 .
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CD 285 - Assessment Tools in Child Development (2/2)
Prerequisites: Completion of CD 118 , CD 119 and CD 210 with a grade of C- or better Corequisites: CD 280 – In this course students develop portfolios and discuss the challenges of their work experience. The professional portfolio includes a resume, a philosophy statement and documentation of the student’s own teaching and educational experiences. The child portfolio segment includes documentation of a child’s growth over the semester through photographs, anecdotal records, assessments and samples of the child’s work. The student will also complete a Family Resource File.
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College Learning Studies |
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CLS 100 - Introduction to College: New Student Experience (2/2)
Prerequisites: Open to students who have earned less than 18 credits – This course is designed to assist new students with the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to be successful in college and life. Topics will include learning styles, critical thinking, information management skills, GRCC history and services, study skills, values exploration, academic planning, career planning, civic engagement, and diversity.
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CLS 101 - Career Decision Making (1/1)
A career decision making course for individuals who are undecided about life direction as well as career and college major goals. Primary focus will be on how to establish and maintain appropriate life direction, the basics of effective decision making, selecting a suitable program of study, overcoming barriers, setting priorities, goal-setting and applying skills learned to other life decisions.
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CLS 102 - Practicing Strategies for Academic Success (2/2)
This course is designed for students who wish to improve academic performance. The goal of the course is to develop critical learning skills necessary for the student to reach or remain in academic good standing. Students will learn how to apply learning strategies and to identify motives, attitudes, and behaviors that lead to college success.
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CLS 104 - Basic Strategies for Financial Success (2/2)
This course will provide students with basic financial literacy and money management skills for today and the future in order to help them make responsible choices and smart financial decisions. Topics will include, but not be limited to, credit, loans, savings, budgeting, and financial aid. Students will also learn how to avoid the financial pitfalls that many fall into-overspending, misusing credit and not budgeting.
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CLS 105 - Employability Skills Development (2/2)
This course will assist students in the development of successful employment search strategies for today’s competitive and changing job market. This will include skills development in the areas of resume writing, portfolio planning, job applications and cover letters, interview techniques, appropriate dress and job retention practices. Appropriate for all disciplines. Highly recommended that students have basic computer literacy skills.
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CLS 110 - Effective Career Development (2/2)
The primary focus of this course is to explore the 4-Step Career Development Process. Emphasis will be placed on life direction, mission; basic career development theories, conducting a self-assessment, work clusters, career exploration, career assessments, significant influencing factors, decision making, goals, barriers, balance, the job search, resume construction, interviewing, transitions and a career plan.
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CLS 111 - Effective Online Learning (1/1)
This course teaches students how to effectively learn in an online environment. Basic elements of online course environments will be discussed along with issues related to success in online classes. Topics covered include personality and learning styles and how they relate to online education, time management, motivation, discussion board etiquette, and building and maintaining relationships with both the teacher and fellow online students. This course is recommended for students in all majors planning on taking online classes. Basic knowledge of computers, internet and email is expected of students enrolling in this class.
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CLS 150 - Leadership Development (2/2)
The purpose of this course is to learn effective and ethical leadership skills and practices. Topics, concepts, and skills will include leadership styles and strategies, communication skills, strategic planning skills, and ethical issues of leadership. This course will address the practical applications of leadership for use on campus, in the community, and within the workforce.
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Communication Studies |
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COM 131 - Fundamentals of Public Speaking (3/3)
Students will research, develop, organize and deliver presentations to a classroom audience. Students prepare speech outlines and present 4-6 speeches of varying lengths. Class also includes small and large group discussions and activities. Course counts as credit toward fulfilling Group I (humanities) requirements for the associate’s degree.
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COM 135 - Interpersonal Communication (3/3)
Study and practice of effective techniques, both verbal and nonverbal, for relationship building. Student participation emphasizes small group and dyad experiences related to the study of growth-promoting interaction. Requires active student participation, reading, and writing journals and papers. Counts as credit toward fulfilling Group 1 (humanities) requirements for associate degree.
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COM 232 - Intro to Persuasive Speaking (3/3)
Prerequisites: A C- or better in COM 131 or equivalent – An advanced course in public speaking designed to develop an understanding of the fundamentals of the use of persuasive communication with logical and emotional appeals.
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COM 235 - Gender and Communication (3/3)
Prerequisites: Successful completion (C- or better) of Interpersonal Communication (COM 135 ) – This course emphasizes an awareness of, sensitivity to, and competence in communication between men and women. Theories focus on family, friendship, romantic, educational and workplace relationships. The impact of the media, power and violence on gendered relationships will be covered. Course requires active participation, readings, testing, research, writing journals and papers, and presentations. Counts as credit toward fulfilling Group 1 (humanities) requirement for the associate’s degree.
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COM 236 - Intercultural Communication (3/3)
Intercultural Communication examines the impact of effective communication among diverse cultures. Among the topics covered will be the process of creating cultural identity and perspectives, ethnocentrism, the impact of values and beliefs, and verbal and nonverbal communication. The course will also look specifically at the impact of cultural diversity in workplace settings such as business, education, and health care, among others.
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COM 240 - Family Communication (3/3)
This course is a focused study of family communication. Emphasis will be placed on a study of the family as a social system. Of key concern will be family structure, function, dynamics, power and interaction patterns as represented through the communication of family members.
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COM 250 - Organizational Communication (3/3)
The course provides an examination of the impact of effective internal and external communication in workplace environments. The process will be examined through readings, lecture, case studies, group interaction, and organizational analysis. Leadership styles, problem-solving strategies and approaches to teamwork will also be addressed, as well as the impact of globalization, diversity, and technology in the workplace.
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Computer Applications |
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CO 3 - Fundamentals of Computer Operations (3/3)
This developmental course is designed as a foundation for those with little to no computer experience. Students are introduced to skill sets such as computer terminology, hardware vs. software, operating systems, Word and PowerPoint software applications, and the Internet including the Web and email. It is presented in an environment conducive to the basic theoretical aspects of computer usage with a focus on practical application. Basic keyboarding is also incorporated; however, students are advised to take BA 130 for more detailed instruction. Overall, students are prepared to achieve a competency level necessary to use computer systems for both personal and academic needs, as well as prepare for the next higher level course.
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CO 101 - Introduction to Computer Applications (2/2)
This course is a general understanding and operation of current software applications via personal computers. Projects are completed using word processing, graphics, spreadsheets, database management and electronic presentations. Productive ways that computer systems can be used are also demonstrated. On-line training and assessment are also incorporated in this environment.
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CO 105 - Windows Operating System (2/2)
Students learn operations and basic features of a Windows Operating System to enhance productivity when using a computer to run applications. Students will control windows, manage programs, work with directories, files and folders, use accessories, transfer data between applications, manage printing, perform disk maintenance and customize the desktop environment.
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CO 110 - Introduction to Computer Information Systems (3/3)
This course covers fundamental computing concepts that are part of the digital age, including software, hardware, data, people, and procedures, security and ethics. The course centers on educating today’s technology consumer, using themes of ethics, the Internet, and communications to demonstrate how the changing world of technology influences our lives and the decisions we make.
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CO 116 - Introduction to Computer Programming (3/3)
Introduction to computer program writing for those who have never programmed, including definitions, problem solving, the programming process, and program design tools. After solid preparation, students begin to write actual programs in a structured pattern of modules. This course emphasizes the importance of design and coordinating procedures to accomplish programming objectives. Using a computer programming language, this course readies students for an easy transition to high level languages. It is recommended but not required that students take CO 101 before taking this course.
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CO 117 - Java Programming (3/3)
Prerequisites: CO 116 or CO 124 or CO 127 or CO 129 – Java Programming teaches programming fundamentals using the Java language programming with an emphasis on problem solving techniques. Each assignment will have a graphical user interface design with appropriate controls. Events for controls will be coded in Java. Assignments will be based on scientific, mathematical, and business themes. This class introduces students to object oriented programming (OOP) in an online environment. Java is the most widely used language on the Internet.
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CO 120 - Using Graphics Software (2/2)
Students will learn to use computer graphic tools and techniques to produce illustrations and will experiment with design alternatives. Work will be created in both draw and paint layer graphics to communicate visually. Students will learn to create basic to complex designs and then manipulate and edit their designs to study how this affects the variations of their finished products. It is recommended but not required that students take CO 101 before taking this course.
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CO 122 - Computerized Illustration (2/2)
Students use a wide range of advanced computer graphics techniques for creating illustrations and analyzing design alternatives. Students will evaluate, model and render two-dimensional designs in black and white as well as color. Projects include advertising layouts, fi ne art illustrations and technical drawings. Students will use graphic layers to organize and manipulate artwork. Student created patterns, filters and masks are used by students to enhance their illustrations. Students will learn about printing options and also prepare graphics for web publications. Prior graphic design background and using computer graphics tools are beneficial. It is recommended but not required that students take CO 120 before taking this course.
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CO 124 - Visual Basic.NET Programming (3/3)
Prerequisites: CO 116 or CO 117 or CO 127 or CO 129 – Fundamentals of the Visual Basic computer programming language, emphasizing language elements, syntax, and problem solving algorithms. Each assignment includes a user interface with appropriate controls, and event code developed with Visual Basic.NET tools. Assignments follow educational and business themes. Visual Basic is one of the most generally used programming languages, and is widely accepted as the starting language for people interested in learning computer programming.
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CO 127 - C++ Programming (3/3)
Prerequisites: CO 116 or CO 117 or CO 124 or CO 129 – Introduction to Programming Logic and experience with another computer programming language. Fundamentals of C++ programming, including IDE commands, arithmetic expressions, variable types, input/output statements, logical operators, looping, functions and an introduction to object oriented programming concepts. This language is portable and particularly suited for applications programming. CO127 (C++) is the programming course at GRCC that meets the basic requirement for engineering curriculums. Three hours lecture/lab combination.
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CO 129 - Introduction to C# Programming (3/3)
Prerequisites: CO 116 or CO 117 or CO 124 or CO 127 – Students will learn how to code using C#, a language that is designed specifically for programming Microsoft’s .NET Framework. Students will study the fundamentals of the C# language, design and write object-oriented programs, and become familiar with .NET programming. Topics include C# console structure, flow control, variable declaration, functions, and object oriented concepts.
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CO 132 - UNIX Operating System (2/2)
The UNIX operating system for computer networks is studied. Students learn to use UNIX commands to operate and navigate the network system Students will learn to apply the UNIX system to tie mixed brands and types of computers together. Basic UNIX commands, the VI editor, and Shell programming are introduced. It is recommended but not required that students take CO 105 before taking this course.
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CO 140 - Microsoft Power Point (2/2)
Students learn to create attention holding presentations using computer software designed for this purpose. As “information age” workers, students focus on the effective communication of ideas and information. Using a common design, students produce overheads, interactive slide shows, handouts and speaker notes. It is recommended but not required that students take CO 101 before taking this course.
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CO 142 - UNIX Shell Programming (2/2)
Corequisites: CO 132 – Students learn to write UNIX shell programs (scripts). In a hands-on environment students study shell processes, variables, and fi le types, keyword and positional parameters. Flow control and looping constructs, redirection, piping, debugging aids, command line interpretation, and programming efficiency are also covered. A knowledge of shell programming is essential for UNIX System Administrators and Application Development.
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CO 145 - Using the Internet (3/3)
“Using the Internet” is a web-based course designed to provide students at GRCC with the skills and knowledge necessary to access the Internet, or “Information Super Highway,” surf web pages, and locate information using Internet search engines. Students can work from home on their own computers (or use the Open Computer Lab at GRCC.) Topics include: Web browsers, information resources on the Web, FTP and downloading, e-mail and communication tools, electronic commerce and creating a first homepage. It is recommended but not required that students take CO 105 or BA 145 before taking this course.
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CO 146 - Web Design Fundamentals (3/3)
Students will learn the basics of web design, development and publishing including how to design and program a web page, how to set up a site and publish it to the internet. In a hands-on environment, students will design web pages using HTML and Adobe software and be exposed to design technique principals. In addition, students will publish to a web server and analyze web site functionality. Students should have experience with the Internet, knowledge of fundamental computer literacy and knowledge of the Windows operating system.
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CO 148 - HTML Essentials (3/3)
HTML Essentials (hyper text markup language) is the study of the rules that define the layout of text within a web page. The course covers the hyper text markups defined in XHTML (extended hyper text markup language), DHTML (dynamic hyper text markup language) and CSS (cascading style sheets). In a hands-on environment, students will design web pages using XHTML, DHTML, CSS and a text editor like Notepad. Students will publish to a web server and learn how to maintain their web site. Markup languages run on all operating systems, Window, UNIX, etc. It is recommended but not required that students take CO 105 or CO 205 before taking this course.
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CO 152 - Photoshop (2/2)
Students use Photoshop, image-editing software used by graphic designers, to create unique images and manipulate objects within a document. This course provides students experience in creating, editing and manipulating bitmap graphics for both print media and web page design. It is recommended but not required that students take CO 120 before taking this course.
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CO 155 - Word (2/2)
Students will build on word processing software in a hands-on environment. Integration of Word documents with other Office suite programs will be included. It is recommended but not required that students take CO 101 or BA 145 before taking this course.
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