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2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Codes and Descriptions
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CIS 127 - C++ Programming I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 116 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: MA 98 (C or Higher) OR MA 107 or Higher (C or Higher) OR ALEKS Score of 30 or Higher
Corequisites: None
Description: This course reviews programming basics such as variables, repetition statements, decision statements, arrays and the creation of basic classes. Students learn how to write programs that use functions to transfer data by value or by reference using pointers; implement classes that use header and implementation files, and; write classes that use containers and iterators. Students receive a good foundation in object oriented programming concepts. This language is portable and particularly suited for applications programming.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 129 - C# Programming I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 116 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: MA 98 (C or Higher) OR MA 107 or Higher (C or Higher) OR ALEKS Score of 30 or Higher
Corequisites: None
Description: This course introduces students to the fundamentals of software development using the C# language. Students learn principles of software development, core programming concepts, and object-oriented programming fundamentals. This language is portable and particularly suited for applications programming.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 132 - Linux I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: The UNIX/Linux operating system for computer networks is studied. Students learn to use UNIX/Linux commands to operate and navigate the network system. UNIX/Linux commands, the VI editor, and Shell programming are introduced using both a GUI and command line interface. Linux operations and administration of Linux operations and system administration is learned through a unified installation, using virtual machines. Topics include files and directory management, shell scripting, network services, installing Linux, and web services.
It is also intended to serve the needs of individuals seeking to pass the Computing Technology Industry Association’s (Comptia) Linux + certification exam.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 140 - Microsoft PowerPoint Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this course, students learn to effectively communicate ideas and information using Microsoft PowerPoint. Using a common design, students produce overheads, interactive slide shows, handouts, speaker notes, and deliver attention grabbing presentations.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 148 - HTML Essentials Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: HTML Essentials (hyper text markup language) is the study of the rules that define the layout of text within a web page. This course covers the hypertext markups defined in HTML and CSS (cascading style sheets). In a hands-on environment, students design web pages using HTML and CSS and a text editor like Notepad. Students publish to a web server and learn how to maintain a web site. Markup languages run on all operating systems, including Apple OS, Windows, UNIX, etc.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 149 - Web Design I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 103 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Students learn the basics of web design, development and publishing, including how to design and program a web page and how to set up a site and publish it to the internet. In a hands-on environment, students design web pages using HTML and Adobe software and are exposed to design technique principals. In addition, students publish to a web server and analyze web site functionality. Students should have experience with the Internet, fundamental computer literacy and knowledge of the Windows operating prior to taking this course.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 152 - Digital Imaging I / Photoshop Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: The primary focus of this course is experimenting with techniques used for the effective manipulation and editing of digital photographs using Photoshop software. The objective is accomplished by using a variety of electronic tools to produce, enhance and correct graphic illustrations and photographs. This course includes an intermediate level of digital image manipulation of images and text including the use of masks, layers, filters, channels, color modes and color adjustments for Print and Web design. Students create individual portfolio work and apply design principles to their digital photography. Students are recommended to take CIS 120 Introduction to Graphic Software / Photoshop / Illustration prior to taking this course if they have little or no experience with imaging software.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 155 - Microsoft Word Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course provides students with the opportunity to learn and use Microsoft Word in a hands-on environment. Students learn how to create tables and reports, work with templates, themes and styles, use mail merge, collaborate with others, and integrate data.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 156 - Microsoft Excel Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course provides students with the opportunity to learn and use Microsoft Excel in a hands-on environment. Students learn to manipulate spreadsheet data using a variety of formulas, functions, macros and database commands. Topics include using wizards, creating charts and graphics, using multiple worksheets, and lookup tables. Practical examples are shown for work, home, and education.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 162 - Desktop Publishing I / InDesign Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 120 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Students will examine the basic concepts of desktop publishing including design, layout, printing and equipment using InDesign software to gain skills for the page make-up, text preparation, and topographical measure for production of printed and web site materials. Students will analyze and create page layouts and import graphics from alternative sources to combine text and graphics using desktop publishing software. Students create and modify newsletters, menus, resumes, advertisements and identification packages.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 170 - Microsoft Access Database I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course provides students with the opportunity to learn and use Microsoft Access in a hands-on environment. Students learn how to build databases that contain tables, forms, reports, and queries. A brief introduction to database design is presented, but this course is intended to serve the needs of Microsoft Access database users, not developers who design and build databases.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 171 - Database Design and Development Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Database Design and Development is the study of the rules and processes used to design and build relational databases. The course covers the creation of database designs using normalization of existing data as well as the development of data models. Database designs are then used in conjunction with the Structured Query Language (SQL) to build physical databases and populate them with data. It is recommended, but not required, that students have the knowledge and skills associated with taking a course on MS Access, computer programming, or algebra before taking this course.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 208 - Web Animation Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed to introduce computer animation concepts and techniques to students with little or no previous experience with animation software. Students work with the various tools and objects available in animation software, create and manipulate multilayered graphics, work with animation frames and tweening, write Action Script 3 to make the graphics interactive, and publish graphics for use.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 217 - Java Programming II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 117 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: MA 98 (C or Higher) OR MA 107 or Higher (C or Higher) OR ALEKS Score of 30 or Higher
Corequisites: None
Description: This course exposes students to the more advanced features of Java Programming. Students write programs that use object-oriented techniques to implement exception handling, multithreading, network communication, and database interaction. Students are provided an opportunity to solve real world problems. Java programs are used to develop applications that rely heavily on object-oriented techniques.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 223 - Computer Science II Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 4
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 123 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course provides students with a deeper understanding of the principles of object-oriented programming. Topics include data abstraction, inheritance, and polymorphism. Students are introduced to basic data structures such as lists, stacks, queues and trees. Students develop strategies for building modern software applications.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 224 - Introduction to Systems Analysis Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course provides an introduction to Systems Analysis and Design. Topics include analyzing the business case, requirements modeling, enterprise modeling, and development strategies. Students also learn about data design, the user interface, input, and output design, system architecture, systems implementation and systems operations and support. Students are introduced the to concept of the “IS Customer”.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 225 - Visual Basic Programming II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 125 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Students apply and extend knowledge gained in CIS 125 to create more comprehensive programs with Visual Basic. Students learn proper techniques and strategies to develop classic desktop applications, distributed applications, web services, and dynamic Web pages.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 227 - C++ Programming II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 127 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: MA 98 (C or Higher) OR MA 107 or Higher (C or Higher) OR ALEKS Score of 30 or Higher
Corequisites: None
Description: This course reviews C++ programming basics such as variables, repetition statements, decision statements, functions, vectors, pointers, classes and constructors. Students develop Object Oriented Programming (OOP) as it applies to C++. This course covers C++ class destructors, copy class functions, destructors, friends functions, inheritance, and polymorphism. The course then transitions slightly to look at Visual C++, and implement dialog applications. Additional topics that are covered include templates and Standard Template Library.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 228 - Algorithms and Data Structures Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 123 (C or Higher) and CIS 117 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course introduces the basics of algorithms and data structures, including sorting, runtime complexity, lists, stacks, queues, hash tables, trees, and graphs. Students develop in-depth understanding of data structures, their representations, and role as the foundation in the development of computer algorithms.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 229 - C# Programming II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 129 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: MA 98 (C or Higher) OR MA 107 or Higher (C or Higher) OR ALEKS Score of 30 or Higher
Corequisites: None
Description: Students will learn advanced coding techniques using C#, a language that is designed specifically for programming Microsoft’s .NET Framework. Students will build both Windows and Web applications using concepts such as inheritance, polymorphism, serialization, interfaces, delegates and events, generics, and error handling. Students will also learn how to build programs that interact with relational databases.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 230 - Programming for Data Science Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 116 ( C or Higher )
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Introduces programming techniques to perform data retrieval, data clean-up, data modeling, data analysis, and data visualization. Demonstrates the basic coding skills that will apply to data science projects. Introduces concepts of machine learning models to generate predictions and recommendations.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 231 - Applied Data Science Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 230 and MA 235 (C or Higher for both)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Introduces students to advanced data science concepts and skills. Demonstrates the application of tools and techniques of data science, mathematical and computational. In a project-driven environment, students work to create a large-scale data science and machine learning deliverable. This final project provides an in-depth opportunity to apply data science and get a feel for what working on a large-scale project is really like. Students will define and solve a problem end-to-end from data requirements, to identifying requirements by formulating hypotheses, and finally presenting their insights using visualization.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 232 - Linux II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Students learn how to administer a multi-user UNIX/LINUX computer system. Installing, configuring, and managing the system are incorporated into group hands-on activities. Students use the procedures to monitor and maintain the system to prevent file corruption and to enhance use of the UNIX/LINUX operating system. This course provides students with conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills necessary to work with the Linux environment in a network administration environment. Topics include FTP, NFS, Samba, Apache, DNS, DHCP, NTP, RADIUS, LDAP, Squid, Sendmail, Postfix, X, SSH, VNC, SQL, and updated information on security practices and technologies.
This course prepares students to take the Computing Technology Industry Association’s (Comptia) Linux + certification exam.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 233 - Network+ Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Computer Local Area Networks (LAN) are thoroughly studied. Students learn the different topologies, terminology and theories that pertain to the field of networks. Operating systems, briefly discussed, include Linux and Windows servers. Students will study exam objectives for CompTia’s Network+ exam. Hands on experience will be gained by working with networked PCs in a lab or simulation environment.
It is also intended to serve the needs of individuals seeking to pass the Computing Technology Industry Association’s (Comptia) Network + certification exam.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 234 - Microsoft Windows Server Administration I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Students will learn to administer a Windows network using the latest network operating system, installing and configuring a Microsoft Windows Server. With hands-on applications, this course prepares students to take the MCSE/MCSA Certification Exam while preparing them to successfully meet the real-world challenges of a Microsoft networking professional. Extensive coverage of all exam objectives begins with an introduction to Windows Server and continues with coverage of server management, configuration of storage, file and printer services, Active Directory, account management, Group Policy, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP and Hyper-V virtualization.
This course prepares students for the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification exam 70-740 on Installation, Storage, and Compute with Windows Server 2016.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 235 - Microsoft Windows Server Administration II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Students learn to administer a Windows network using the latest network operating system, administering Microsoft Windows Server. With hands-on applications, this course prepares students to take the MCSE/MCSA Certification Exam as well as to successfully meet the real-world challenges of a Microsoft networking professional. Topics include skills necessary to manage a Windows Server 2016 system with a focus on administration. Comprehensive coverage includes server deployment and maintenance, advanced file services, remote access, network access protection, Group Policy, Active Directory, and DNS.
This course prepares students to take the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate/Engineer (MCSA/MCSE) Certification Exam 70-741 on Networking with Windows Server 2016.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 241 - Web Application Programming I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 116 (C or Higher) and CIS 148 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this course, students learn how to write client-side script programs to build interactive Web pages with a much richer user-interface than HTML and CSS alone. Students use latest, popular client-side scripting language(s) and scripting libraries to enhance user interfaces of Web pages, validate forms, access server-side resources for information, and call upon Web services to provide capabilities to the Web site.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 247 - Web Application Programming II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 241 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course teaches students how to write server-side script programs that interact with relational databases to build dynamic, interactive Web pages. Students build Web applications that provide capabilities such as database searches, shopping cart capabilities, login security, and other dynamic functionality. This course includes the development of server-side script programs as well as relational database development, deployment, and security over the Internet. Students are encouraged, but not required, to also take CIS 171 before or concurrent to this course.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 249 - Web Design II Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 149 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course builds upon the skills learned in CIS 149 - Web Design I by using a variety of authoring tools, scripts, and commands to enhance a web site. Topics include a review of design fundamentals and information architecture, the use of html and cascading style sheets (CSS) for layout, style template, and positioning control. Accessibility guidelines and project management techniques are reviewed. The course will use Dreamweaver and will review the applications included in the Adobe Creative Suite.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 250 - 3D Animation and Modeling / 3D Studio-Max Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 120 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Students use 3D computer software to learn fundamentals and incorporate features of modeling, lighting, animation, rendering and application of textures. Students use Computer 3D Studio Max software to study modeling images and animation. Adobe Photoshop is used to create basic 2D animations including converting animations frames to a video timeline. Students explore the application of 3D modeling and animation for a wide range of projects and purposes. Students create animated videos. The course focuses on the application of projects for business and industry use. Students are recommended to take CIS 122 - Digital Illustration / Illustrator and CIS 208 - Web Animation prior to taking this course if they have little or no experience with Illustration and animation software.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 252 - Digital Imaging II / Photoshop Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 152 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Students explore advanced photo production techniques including: workflow automation; color manipulation with the Curves and Levels adjustments; advanced compositing, blending techniques and recognize the differences of CMYK and RGB color models. Using Photoshop software students manipulate resolution for print, web design and create a web page mock up with layer based slicing. Students learn to use Smart Objects to save time and apply non-destructive transformations and filters to photographs and text. Advanced Photoshop techniques are used to create professional images for individual portfolios.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 262 - Desktop Publishing II / InDesign Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 162 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Students learn advanced design and layout techniques for both print production and web media using desktop publishing software (Adobe InDesign). Assignments focus on building portfolio work including brochures, posters, menus, newsletters and advertisements. Advanced techniques include setting up bleeds, PDF exporting, preflighting and packaging files to be delivered electronically to a service provider.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 265 - Computer Servicing I / A+ Hardware Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this course, students learn how to work and troubleshoot computer and networking hardware commonly used in the small office/home office (SOHO) environment. Topics include motherboard components, memory, storage devices, expansion cards, PC connection interfaces, display devices, mobile devices, printers and monitors. Students devote time to troubleshooting PCs, laptops, and networking components.
The course is also intended to serve the needs of individuals seeking to pass the Computing Technology Industry Association’s (CompTIA) A + certification exam.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 266 - Computer Servicing II / A+ Software Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this course, students learn how to install, configure and troubleshoot operating systems used on personal computers and mobile devices. Other topics include software troubleshooting, security, cloud computing, and operational procedures. Students devote time to software troubleshooting.
The course prepares students to take the Computing Technology Industry Association’s (CompTIA) A + certification exam.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 274 - Application Development and Security for Mobile Devices Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 178 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this class, students develop mobile applications for the Android and iPhone platforms. Students will learn how to use the Appcelerator Titanium platform, which allows them to create business mobile applications. They will consider the security environment as it applies to wireless transmission and mobile devices. This course will use a cross-platform tool to develop mobile applications and address top mobile security issues and the best methods for insuring high-level security.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 275 - Web Server Admin and Security Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites:
- IRW 97 or above (C or above) OR
- SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing of 380 to 420 OR
- ACT English and Reading Combined Score of 24-28 (valid February 2018 forward) OR
- Accuplacer Writing 4 and NextGen Reading of 248 and under (valid October 2018 forward)
Math Prerequisites: C or Higher in one of the following courses: MA 98 , MA 105 , MA 107 , MA 108 , MA 110 , MA 127 , MA 129 , MA 131 , MA 133 ,MA 134 , MA 245 , MA 255 , MA 257 , or ALEKS score of 30 or Higher
Corequisites: None
Description: This course prepares students to securely install and run a web server and covers issues such as server hardware, middleware, and enterprise applications. Students learn how to configure and maintain the web server, identify security risks, prevent unwanted access, and where to find and how to read system log files. Students also configure servers to allow and disallow various types of access, including password protecting directories and the control of web resources through Virtual Hosts and Proxies.
Successful students will have an understanding of Linux, Windows Server, Virtualization, networking and other fundamental information technology concepts before taking this course.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 276 - Computer Forensics Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 178 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course introduces students to the forensic investigation of computer crime. Students study a branch of forensic science that deals with the investigation and recovery of materials found in digital devices, often due to criminal activity, and learn the tools and methods used to conduct investigations involving digital material. Topics include investigation tools, evidence acquisition and control, and writing investigation reports. Ultimately, students begin the journey to becoming skilled digital forensics investigators.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 279 - Digital Portfolio Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CIS 120 (C or Higher) and CIS 149 (C or Higher) and CIS 148 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course will focus on building a comprehensive portfolio to be used to present examples of work to transfer institutions or potential employers. Topics include creating a vision to display work, how to create a professional portfolio in paper and digital format, and how to market work in a professional way.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CIS 285 - CIS Internship Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course provides a paid or unpaid structured and extended off-campus experience in a supervised setting for students enrolled in an academic program in the CIS department. Students have the option to work within a variety of professional settings that are related to their GRCC academic program and future career interests. Students are required to spend a minimum of 90 hours at their internship site.
Students are responsible for identifying their own internship site. Lists of potential internship sites may be available through the academic department or GRCC Student Employment Services.
Department consent is required to enroll in this course. Students must also have a 2.0 gpa in CIS courses and may not be on Academic Probation. Students must be a CIS major and have completed all 100 level CIS courses in their academic program prior to enrolling in this course.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DMP 215 - Digital Video Production Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 4
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Digital Video Production explores the basics of camera operation, camera techniques, composition principles, and digital media theory. Through pre-production, organized workflow, and basic lighting techniques, this course facilitates the production, direction, and editing of single camera videos. With an emphasis on hands-on production experience, videos are created across many genres by assembling audio, voice-overs, music, and graphics within a digital editing program leveraging basic non-linear editing concepts.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CRB 101 - Introduction to Beer Service, Sensory Analysis, and Brewing Ingredients Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course introduces the principles of beer service, beer styles, sensory analysis, and the primary ingredients used in the brewing process. The evaluation of craft brewed beverages will be conducted using sight, smell, taste, and the factors affecting quality will be examined.
This course prepares students to take the Cicerone® Certification Program Certified Beer Server exam and the ServSafe Alcohol certification exam.
Course Fee: $79.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CRB 105 - Craft Brewing Field Work Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course reinforces and extends the knowledge and concepts being learned into workplace settings such as breweries, grain and hops farms, tap rooms, malting and milling operations, and science labs. Students have opportunities to visit these local businesses and receive hands-on learning while working with and listening to the owners and operators of these segments of the industry. Topics covered include basic product sourcing, distribution chains, quality control, sustainability, differentiated products creating differentiated beverages, and career pathways within all these industry segments.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CRB 110 - Craft Beverage Brewing Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 10
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: CRB 101
Description: This course introduces students to producing craft brewed beverages on commercial brewing equipment. Students apply the principles of sanitation and safety, fermentation, mathematics, technology, scheduling, laboratory testing, evaluation/flavor analysis, packaging, and storage while producing multiple, large 3.5 - 7 barrel batches of beer. Recording of brewing calculations, controls, and taxation requirements are also performed for the operation and governmental regulations. The beer that students produce is sold in the GRCC brewpub/taproom.
Course Fee: $115.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CRB 180 - Craft Brewing Internship Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 8
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CRB 110 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: CRB 180 is designed for students to participate in a brewery related internship experience of paid or unpaid work and learning activities involving employers and departmental instructional staff. Students work a minimum of 8 hours per week (120 hours total) under supervision at department approved employment locations. Performance is monitored by the instructional staff and the students’ work location supervisor. Students are responsible for identifying their own internship site and are selected by the students’ interests and their varying skills. GRCC recommends finding a paid position given the many opportunities in the industry. Lists of potential internship sites are available through the Culinary Arts website. Students must have permission of the Department and attend an internship orientation meeting before registering for this course. Course work is completed online through Blackboard.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CRB 205 - Craft Brewery Taproom Business Operations and Management Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 5
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CRB 110 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this course, students integrate the knowledge and skills learned in previous courses with proper beer and foodservice protocol and etiquette in the planning, organization, operation, promotion, and management of GRCC’s Fountain Hill Brewery. Additional topics include point of sale (POS) system operations and report generation, knowledge of social media marketing concepts, menu sales techniques, menu knowledge, and proper suggestive selling to increase traffic and sales in a taproom/brewpub. Laws that govern the sale of alcoholic beverages and proper procedures for managing alcoholic beverages are covered, including storage, service, purchasing, and cash handling. Students demonstrate the appropriate methods for pairing craft brewed beverages with food and integrate proper beer and food service protocol and etiquette.
Course Fee: $78.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CRB 210 - Advanced Craft Beverage Brewing Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 10
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CRB 110 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course extends the knowledge and skills in CRB 110 , while incorporating more of the managerial and supervisory aspects covering advanced production of craft brewed beverages on commercial brewing equipment. Students continue to apply and also actually manage and supervise the principles of sanitation and safety, fermentation, mathematics, technology, scheduling, laboratory testing, evaluation/flavor analysis, packaging, and storage while producing multiple, seasonal, and specialty beers in large 3.5 - 7 barrel batches within the GRCC brewery to be sold in the GRCC brewpub/taproom. Management and supervision of the recording of brewing calculations, controls, and taxation requirements are also performed, both for the operation and governmental regulations.
Course Fee: $50.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ Elective - (min. of 3)
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description:
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 105 - Introduction to Corrections Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is an introduction to the corrections system. It provides an overview of current institutional practices, policies, and legal issues. Specifically, this course reviews the historical development of crime and corrections, sentencing, jails, community corrections, correctional policies, agencies, and challenges facing correctional populations.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 110 - Introduction to Criminal Justice Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is a survey of Criminal Justice in the United States. Knowledge of agencies composing the criminal justice system, including the police, courts, and corrections. It provides an introduction to: philosophical and historical backgrounds; development of systems, services, and agencies; and analysis of criminal justice programs.
Department Consent: No Consent
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CJ 111 - Criminology Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this course, students analyze social-psychological perspectives on crime. Historical and current theories of the causes of criminal behavior are examined. Various crimes such as white collar crimes, violent sex, and victimless crimes are also studied.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 115 - Client Growth and Development Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In this course the psychological, social, and environmental causes of criminal behavior are examined. The impact of psychological, substance abuse, sexual, and medical problems of offenders and the intervention strategies used in institutional and community settings are examined. This course also presents a strong foundational research component and experience.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 122 - Spanish for Criminal Justice Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This is a practical course designed for Criminal Justice students stressing vocabulary, basic sentence structure and conversational drills. This course teaches students to participate in everyday conversations with Spanish speakers, while at the same time guiding them through various Criminal Justice related activities. This course also covers various aspects of the Hispanic culture.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 135 - Juvenile Residential Services Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is an exploration of the unique dynamics within juvenile facilities, and is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and tools needed to provide services and custodial care to youth in a residential setting. A thorough examination of the juvenile justice system will embody the challenges juveniles face in a residential setting. A strong emphasis will be placed on custodial care, behavior modification, and de-escalation techniques.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 140 - Juvenile Delinquency Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course examines the nature, extent, and causes of juvenile delinquency in American society. Special emphasis is given to adolescent development and the role and impact of the family, community, school, peer groups, social class, and other cultural and social environments impacting the juvenile. Criminological theories are addressed along with current treatment protocols regarding juvenile offenders. The future of delinquency prevention and control is examined.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 145 - Juvenile Corrections Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course includes a detailed examination of the justice process for juveniles in the United States and an analysis of the structure and function of the Juvenile Court. The nature of juvenile crime and society’s reaction to it is studied. Also covered are: the role and practice of diversion, probation, detention, institutions, waivers, law enforcement, and laws and theoretical premises as they relate to juveniles and the agencies, organizations, programs that are utilized to address the treatment/sanctions of juveniles. Also addressed are recommendations for future juvenile corrections programs.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 164 - Police Academy Boot Camp Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This class prepares students for the physical rigors of the Police Academy. The class is designed to prepare students to take the mandatory Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement (MCOLES) Fitness entrance test. A passing score on this test is used for the entry and application standards into the Police Academy. The test results are valid for 180 days before the start of the Police Academy. This class is offered summer semester in conjunction with the Police Academy application process. Only students enrolled in the Human Services, Education, and Social Sciences Pathway and accepted into plan codes 809 or 819 or those who get program director approval are eligible for this class.
Course Fee: $20.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 216 - Client Relations in Corrections Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is an examination of the social and psychological formation of attitudes, their cultural influences, and impact on minority perceptions. Discriminatory implications and professional responses in Corrections are considered.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 221 - Correctional Institutions Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed to examine the American correctional process with emphasis on correctional institutions and alternatives at the federal, state, county, and local level.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 233 - Principles of Criminal Law Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course explores the basic principles of criminal law, including the role of criminal law in controlling deviant behavior, the elements of crimes, and the legal defenses that address criminal responsibility.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
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CJ 234 - Constitutional Law Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course surveys important aspects of the United States Constitution, with an emphasis on the protection of civil liberties and civil rights. Topics include the freedoms protected under the Constitution for the public at large, as well as specific protections of the rights of the accused.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 237 - Legal Issues in Corrections Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is an introduction to the laws and procedures regarding Federal and State constitutional rights, criminal case processing, court organization, and prisoner rights.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 243 - Methods of Interviewing Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is an introduction to the techniques of interviewing for use in obtaining information, diagnosis, counseling, and job seeking. There is a special emphasis on skills law enforcement and corrections personnel need in their professions. The class includes role playing and group discussion.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 245 - Substance Abuse Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is a study of the causes of drug abuse as well as the current social, legal, and treatment responses to the problem. Psychological and physiological effects of all classes of drugs, including marijuana, hallucinogens, stimulants, narcotics, depressants, inhalants, and over the counter and prescription medication are studied in detail. It is recommended that students have a basic knowledge of the criminal justice system including terminology and theory along with basic writing ability prior to enrolling in this course.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 246 - Alcohol Use and Abuse Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: An analysis of current trends and historical patterns of alcohol use, including the examination of physiological effects, legal, societal, and family impact, as well as treatment and prevention strategies. It is recommended that students have basic knowledge of the criminal justice system, terminology, and theory and basic writing ability prior to enrolling in this course.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 250 - Addiction Recovery and Client Advocacy Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CJ 245 (C or Higher) and CJ 246 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is an introduction to addiction theory and recovery mentoring. It includes an emphasis on advocacy and support systems in recovery, mentoring and effective treatment methods, grantsmanship, and the ethical responsibilities of the addiction professional.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 259 - Report Writing for Criminal Justice Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course provides skill development and instruction in criminal justice writing. Students learn how to use field notes to develop computer generated reports, narrative reports, case summaries, and professional correspondence.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 275 - Addiction Treatment with Diverse Populations Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CJ 243 (C or Higher) and CJ 245 (C or Higher) and CJ 246 (C or Higher) OR Instructor Consent
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course provides a review of the legal, ethical, and professional responsibilities required of addiction treatment professionals. The course includes an examination of the special needs, issues, and interventions for diverse populations with chemical dependency issues, including an overview of counseling models and the design of culturally sensitive intervention strategies.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 285 - Corrections Internship I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: The Corrections Internship Course is primarily considered a Capstone Course. The course provides a structured and extended off-campus experience in a supervised setting for students in the Corrections, AAAS program. Students work within a variety of professional settings that are related to their major and future career interests. Students are required to spend a minimum of 90 clock hours at their internship site.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 286 - Corrections Internship II/Capstone Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is a continuation of CJ 285 . The Corrections internship is primarily considered a capstone course.The course provides a structured and extended off-campus experience in a supervised setting for Criminal Justice Majors. Students work within a variety of professional settings that are related to their major and future career interests. Students are responsible for identifying their own internship site. List of potential internship sites may be available through the Criminal Justice department and GRCC Employment Services. The internship may be paid or unpaid. Students are required to spend a minimum of 90 clock hours at their internship site.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CJ 287 - Juvenile Services Internship/Capstone Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: The Juvenile Services internship is primarily considered a capstone course. The course provides a structured and extended off-campus experience in a supervised setting for Juvenile Services Majors. Students work within a variety of professional settings that are related to their major and future career interests. Students are responsible for identifying their own internship site. A list of potential internship sites may be available through the Criminal Justice department and GRCC Employment Services. The internship may be paid or unpaid. Students are required to spend a minimum of 90 clock hours at their internship site.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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COR 101 - Sheriff’s Corrections Academy I Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course focuses on security issues and procedures within a county jail or detention center. It is designed to create familiarity with the normal sequence of events during the booking and intake process. The course also addresses and deals with identifying characteristics of human behavior, specifically antisocial, manipulative, and mental health disorders often exhibited by inmates.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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COR 102 - Sheriff’s Corrections Academy II Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course teaches proven methods of defensive and offensive techniques utilized in the management of inmates. This course is also designed to teach recruits how to identify signs of an inmate’s suicidal behavior and emphasizes the importance of the role of the facility and officer in the prevention of inmate suicide.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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COR 103 - Sheriff’s Corrections Academy III Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course focuses on developing an understanding and sensitivity about cultural diversity when dealing with inmates and staff, and helps students develop skills to effectively communicate with inmates to neutralize aggressive encounters. Other topics include causes and levels of stress and the effects on the mind and body, as well as the personal and legal perspectives of sexual harassment.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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COR 104 - Sheriff’s Corrections Academy IV Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course examines the legal principles and processes which impact the custody of inmates and management of local correctional facilities. The course is designed to help recruits recognize, enhance, and reinforce ethical behavior and integrity, as well as to improve their basic writing skills, helping them to learn the techniques used to effectively document inmate behavior and incidents within the jail.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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COR 105 - Sheriff’s Corrections Academy V Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed to demonstrate and help students understand basic fire science procedures, including proper use of extinguishers and fire suppression techniques. The course teaches and demonstrates the required skills for first responders in a local jail/correctional setting.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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POL 120 - Emergency Response Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 4
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Certifications in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) are prerequisites for the MCOLES basic training first aid objectives. The course covers tactical emergency casualty care, care for environmental emergencies, care for medical emergencies, and practical first aid exercises. Also, in this course, students learn the techniques used in police precision and pursuit driving. Field driving and practice of learned techniques are emphasized. This class also has an emphasis on legalities, policies and procedures.
Course Fee: $250.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required
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CA Elective - (min. of 1)
English Prerequisites:
Description:
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CA Elective - (min. of 3)
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description:
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CA 102 - Exploration of the Food Service Industry Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 1
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is an overview of the hospitality industry as presented through industry tours, lectures and exercises. Various career opportunities in hospitality and food service are explored and studied.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CA 104 - Bakery Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 10
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: CA 111 and [CA 209 or CA 210 ]
Description: CA 104 is designed as an introduction to the principals of professional baking. This course covers the fundamental concepts of yeast dough products, quick breads, laminated dough, simple pastries, pies, tarts, cookies, and basic dessert components. Emphasis is on developing understanding through theory and practical preparations during hands-on laboratory activities.
Course Fee: $302.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CA 105 - Culinary Arts Skill Development Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 10
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: CA 111 and CA 209
Description: This course covers classical culinary theory, practices, and principles, in addition to, professional sanitation and safety practices. Hands-on kitchen laboratory experiences introduce the student to knife skills, classical cookery methods in stocks, sauces, soups, vegetables, and starch preparation. Introduction of meat preparation, fish preparation, alternative proteins, and breakfast cookery is also included.
Course Fee: $302.00
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CA 111 - Restaurant Sanitation and Safety Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course covers the principles of sanitation as well as the characteristics and causes of food-borne illness. Measures to prevent unsanitary conditions that cause food-borne illnesses are stressed. Topics include safe food handling, chemical use and storage, and management training tools and the study of the Michigan Food Law. Course completion involves the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation’s ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification Examination.
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CA 112 - Menu Planning and Nutrition Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is designed to provide culinary students with the fundamental concepts of basic nutrition and how nutrition relates to health and disease prevention for various age groups. Emphasis is on developing understanding through exploring and developing tools needed to create, modify and evaluate menus and recipes utilizing the 2020-2025 USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Students access nutrition data to complete nutritional analyses of recipes. Students evaluate research and news articles for reliable nutrition information and interpret and understand the Nutrition Facts label and ingredient statements. Information on special diets and food allergies are discussed and applied to meet the needs of the consumers in the hospitality industry. Each student is also involved in designing and planning a restaurant menu.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CA 114 - International Food Production Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 10
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CA 105 (C or Higher) and CA 111 (C or Higher) and CA 209 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: In CA 114 International Food Production, students learn principles, procedures, and standards of quality in commercial and institutional style cooking with a focus on international cuisine. Students prepare entrees, soups, salads, and vegetables with proper plate presentation for the college’s public restaurant, The Heritage. The proper use of tools and equipment is emphasized.
Course Fee: $86.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CA 115 - Table Service Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 10
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: CA 111 and CA 209
Description: In this course, the principles of American table service are studied and practiced in the College’s public restaurant, The Heritage. Topics include dining room management, customer relations, and an exploratory introduction to several other types of table service.
Course Fee: $164.00
Department Consent: No Consent
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CA 121 - Culinary Competition Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CA 105 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course allows the student to explore the world of hot food culinary competitions at a national and international level. Emphasis will be on composing dishes and mystery boxes. This course will also focus on time management, organizational skills, teamwork, accountability, and the commitment to learning new culinary techniques.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CA 124 - Retail Baking Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 10
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: CA 104 and CA 111 and [CA 209 or CA 210 ]
Description: This course features production techniques unique to the fast growing in-store deli/bakery industry. Convenience products particular to the retail bakeshop environment are utilized in addition to an emphasis on high-end retail scratch products which are used to understand correct display, merchandising, and point of sale techniques. This course includes a practicum stage experience, research and development, introduction to fondant sculpting, field trips, and guest speakers to enhance the students’ understanding of operating a profitable retail bakery. Course curriculum covers training in labor cost, food cost, inventory control, loss prevention, and equipment cleaning and maintenance.
Course Fee: $302.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CA 135 - Cake Decorating Basics Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is a hands-on study in decorating and finishing techniques for cakes with specific instruction on butter cream borders, flowers, flower sprays, writing styles, garland, and figure piping. Exposure to industry current accessories such as the uses of image transferring machines, edible images, novelty cakes and the use of the air brush is provided. Instruction also is given in the production of icing and filling layer cakes.
Course Fee: $38.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CA 160 - Ice Carving Basics Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2.5
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: Students are introduced to the basics of ice carving and learn to carve ice using a standard block of ice. Basic skills are learned and students are exposed to the tools, equipment, and safety procedures used in carving ice.
Course Fee: $25.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CA 180 - Culinary Internship Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 12
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: For students in the Culinary Arts A.A.A.S. (151) program: CA 104 (C or Higher) or CA 105 (C or Higher) or CA 124 (C or Higher).
For students in Pre-Hospitality Management (Specialized Management) A.A. (580) program: CA 115 (C or Higher).
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: CA 180 is designed for students to participate in a hospitality industry related internship experience of paid or unpaid work and learning activities involving employers and departmental instructional staff. Students work a minimum of 12 hours per week or at least 180 hours under supervision at approved employment locations. Performance is monitored by the instructional staff and the students’ work location supervisor. Students are responsible for identifying their own internship site. Lists of potential internship sites are available through the Culinary Arts website. Students must submit the Waiver of Liability and the Emergency Contact forms to the Secchia Institute for Culinary Education department office prior to enrolling in this course.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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CA 200 - Hospitality Management Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Description: This course is a study of specific duties, knowledge and skills required of managers in the hospitality industry. Fundamentals of management planning, organizing staffing, direction and control are learned.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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