Course Listings - I-M

Information Technology | Linguistics | Mathematics
Management | Medical Laboratory Technician
Music | Music Education

Information Technology (IT)

101T Computer Fundamentals (3)
Prerequisite: IT 118 or equivalent. Introduction to computers for beginners. Topics include vocabulary, descriptions of hardware, software, and using a computer in educational and business situations.

106T Introduction to Windows (1)
Prerequisite: IT 118 or equivalent. Introduction to Windows utilities and file management.

118T Microcomputer Keyboarding (3)
Prerequisite: READ 100 or Compass>=71. Self -paced course teaches keyboarding skills and beginning word processing.

120T Introduction to Word Processing (3)
Prerequisite: READ 100 or Compass>=71. IS-E100. IT 118 or equivalent. Acquaints students with basic concepts of modern word processing including editing and formatting documents and creating tables.

121T Introduction to Electronic Spreadsheets (3)
Prerequisite: CS 150. Students use the state of the art spreadsheet software to create and modify workbooks, explore typical business applications and create charts and graphs.

122T Introduction to Database management Systems (3)
Prerequisite: CS 150. Students use state of the art database management software to design, create and modify databases, database tables, forms, queries and reports.

125T Computer Operating Systems (3)
Prerequisites: CS 150. Acquaints students with practical aspects of modern computer operating systems including file management systems and computer peripherals.

131T PC Maintenance and Repair (3)
Prerequisites: READ 100 or Compass>=71. Hands-on introduction to current personal computer technology. Students learn and practice hardware and software topics covered by the A+ exam.

160T Internet (1)
Prerequisite: None. Introduction to networks, the World Wide Web, browsers, search engines, directories, specialized databases.

161T Intermediate Internet (1)
Prerequisite: IT 160. Covers various topics including downloading files, various formats, setting up listserves, using World Wide Web and other resources for research.

162T Research on the Internet (1)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Serious researchers learn to locate, evaluate, and cite Internet resources.

166T Business Web page Design I (1)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Introduction to designing and creating Web pages for the Internet.

167T Business Web Page Design II (1)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Continuation of IT 166. Students will use state of the art software to design and create web pages.

171T Computers in Early Childhood (3)
Prerequisites: READ 100 or Compass>=71. Using computers with pre-schoolers, including the use of age-appropriate hardware/software and Internet resources to enhance pre-reading and other pre-school activities.

220T Intermediate Word Processing
Prerequisite: IT 120. ENGL 101. Continuation of IT 120. Students use state of the art word processing software to add graphics, charts and tables to business documents. Other topics include merging documents and designing templates.

274T Basic Programming (3)
Prerequisites: CS 150. MATH 120. An introduction to programming for non-technical students. Students will use visual objects to design and implement GUI's and will write and modify code to learn the fundamentals of data storage and control flow.

Linguistics (LING)

101 Introduction to the Study of Language (3)
Broad overview of the nature of language; language structure, biology of language, language learning, language and thought, bilingualism, social and regional variation, educational implications. Intended to fulfill breadth requirements in any college 101 and requisitee: ANTH 110. Both may not be counted for credit. Fall, Spring. (Main campus course)

292L Introduction to Linguistic Analysis (3)
Basic concepts and technical vocabulary of language as a structured system; phonology, sytax, semantics. Emphasis on descriptive linguistics; some attention to language change and variation. Presumes no prior knowledge of linguistics. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

Mathematics (MATH)

096T Fundamentals of Mathematics I (3)
Designed as an introduction and review of basic mathematics for college students, this course covers whole numbers, fractions, and percents. Offered on a CR/NC (credit, no-credit) basis only.

097T Fundamentals of Mathematics II (3)
Continuation of Math 096T. Measurement systems applied geometry, elements of algebra, descriptive statistics. Prerequisite: MATH 096 or placement.

099T Basic Mathematics Recitation (1)
This course is a recitation for Math 100. It provides the opportunity to stregthen basic skills through structured practice. Offered on CR/NC basis.

IS-M 100 Elementary Algebra for College Students (3)
This course is for students who are not prepared to enter Math 122. Topics include linear equations, polynomials, factoring, formulas, graphing, and applications problems. Offered on a CR/NC basis only. Offered Fall and Spring.

111 Mathematics for Elementary and Middle School Teachers I (3)
The intuitive and logical background of artithmetic; proper ties of sets; algorithms or artihmetic in base ten and other bases; proporties of the integers, mathematical terminology; elements of number theory, problem solving. Prerequisite: Adequate score on placement test or credit in Math 100. Fall. (Main campus course)

112 Mathematics for Elementary and Middle School Teachers II (3)
The properties of the rational number system, extension to the irrationals; decimal and fractional representation of real numbers; geometry. Prerequisite: C or better in 111. Spring. (Main campus course)

115T Technical Mathematics (3)
Intended for students in applied trade technologies. Topics include a review of basic arithmetic, elementary algebra, applied geometry, measuring instuments, and formulas. Math placement test recommended. Upon demand.

116T Mathematics for Nurses (3)
Basic mathematics review (fractions, decimals, percents, ratio-proportion simple algebra); systems of measurement and conversions; performing measurements; nomenclature specific to interpreting medical orders; calculations of dosages. Offered on a CR/NC basis only. Upon demand.

118T Algebra (4)
This course covers approximately the first half of Math 120. Topics covered include properties of real numbers, linear equations and inqualities; properties of exponents; solving systems of linear equations and polynomials. Students must pass Math 118T before continuing with Math 119T. Prerequisite: Adequate score on placement test or grade of CR or better in ISM 100 or a grade of C or better in MATH 097. Offered Fall and Spring. (Main campus course)

119T Algebra (4)
This course covers approximately the last half of Math 120. Topics covered include rational expression, rational exponents and roots, quadratic expressions and equations, functions and logarithms. Prerequisite: Math 118T with a grade of C or better. Offered Fall and Spring. (Main campus course)

120 Intermediate Algebra (3)
Preparation for Math 150, Math 129, STAT 145. Covers linear equations and inequalities, polynomials, factoring, exponents and radicals, fractional expressions, and equations, quadratic equations. Prerequisites: CR in IS-M 100 or placement. Offered on a CR/NC basis only. Fall, Spring.

121 College Algebra (3)
Preparation for Math 150 and Math 180. The study of equations, functions and graphs, especially linear and quadratic functions. Introduction to polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions. Applications involving simple problem solving skills. Prerequisite: Fulfillment of department placement requirements or a grade of CR in Math 120. (Main campus course)

123 Trigonometry (3)
Definition of the trigonometry functions, radian and degree measure, graphs, basic trigonometric identities and inverse trigonometric functions. Prerequisite: Satisfactory score on placement tst or 120. Fall, Spring. (Main campus course)

129 A survey of Mathematics (3)
An introduction to some of the great ideas of mathematics, including logic, systems of numbers, sequences and series, geometry and probability. Emphasizes general problem-solving skills. Prerequisite: fulfillment of department placement requirements or a grade of CR in Math 120. Fall, Spring.

150 Pre-Calculas Mathematics (3)
In-depth study of polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions and their graphs. Includes the fundamental theorem of algebra, systems of equations, comic sections, parametic equations and applications in geometry. Exploration of the graphing calculator. Prerequisite: C (not C-) or better in Math 121. Corequisite: Math 123.

162 Calculas I (4)
Derivative as a rate of change, intuitive, numerical, and theoretical concepts, applications to graphing, trigonometric and exponential functions, integral and derivative, appications, mean value theorem. Prerequisite: adequate score on algebra and trig placement test or C or better in Math 123 and 150. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

163 Calculas II (4)
Techniques of differentiation and integration, applications, logarithmic and trigonometric functions, numerical integration, simple differential equation, improper integrals, mean value theorem. Prerequisite: C or better in Math 162 or permission of deparment chairperson. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

180 Elements of Calculus (3)
Limits of functions and continuity, intuitive concepts and basic properties; derivatives as rate of change, basic differentiation techniques; applications of differential calculas to graphing and max/min problems; exponential and logarithmic functions with applications to economics, physics, and life sciences; integrals as antiderivatives, definite integrals with applications to computing areas. Prerequisite: C or better in Math 121 or 150. Spring. (Main campus course)

215 Mathematics for Elementary and Middle School Teacher III (3)
Topics from probability and statistics, coordinate geometry and measurement, and algebra; some applications of mathematics; elements of logic; enrichment topics for the classroom. Prerequisites: C or better in Math 111 and 112. Spring. (Main campus course)

245 Introduction to Business Statistics (3)
(Also offered as MGT 290) Descriptive statistics and numberical characteristics of data; introduction to probability; statistical inference including t-test and regression; confidence intervals; applications to business problems will be emphasized. Prerequisite: Math 180 or equivalent. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

264L Calculus III (4)
Vector representation of curves and surfaces, partial derivatives, gradient, tangent planes, directional derivative, multiple integrals, cylindrical and spherical coordinates, applications. Prerequisite: C or better in 163, or permission of department chairperson. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

Management (MGT)

101 Fundamentals of Accounting I (3)
Prerequisites: Read 100 or Compass>=71. IS-E100. Math 118. The development of the accounting cycle, special journals and financial statements. Credit not applicable toward B.B.A. degree.

102 Fundamentals of Accounting II (3)
Prerequistie: MGT 101. Continuation of 101, including corporation and manufacturing accounting and decision making. (Credit not applicable toward B.B.A. degree.)

113 Management: An Introduction (3)
Prerequisites: Read 100 or Compass>=71. IS-E100. Math 118. Modern concepts of organizations and their management. An overview of functional activities within business and other organizations. Upon demand. (Main campus course)

195 Introduction to Entrepreneurship (3)
Prerequisites: Read 100 or Compass>=71. IS-E100. Math 118. A survey course that examines topics including: the entrepreneurial process and economy, the entrepreneur's profile and characteristics, youth and social entrepreneurship. (Main campus course)

202 Principles of Financial Accounting (3)
Prerequisites: Read 100 or Compass>=71. IS-E 100. Math 118. An examination of the conceptual framework of accounting and the functions of accounting in a business-oriented society. Topics include valuation theory and its applications to assets and liabilities, concepts of business income, funds flow analysis, problems of financial reporting. (Main campus course)

222 Introduction to Marketing (3)
A complete overview of the system for assessing customer needs, allocation of scarce resources to fulfill those needs, transmittal of market related information, completion of exchange processes, and profit maximization in free markets. Emphasis on interdisiplinary tools for management, decision making, and developing marketing strategies in domestic and international market applications. Credit not applicable to B.B.A. degree. (Main campus course)

290 Statistical Methodology (3)
Prerequisite: Math 180 or equivalent. An overview of the use of statistics in business descriptive statistics in business descriptive statistics and numerical characteristics of data; introduction to probability; statistical inference including t-test and regression; confidence intervals, applications to business problems will be emphasized. (Main campus course)

291 Business Statistics Laboratory (1)
Co-requisites: 290 or Math 245. Application of probability and statistics to administrative problems and processes. (Main campus course)

295 Practicum/Coop (1-3)
Prerequisite: Permission of the supervising instructor. Students will be placed in a business situation to gain experience in the development of business programs. A minimum of 20 work-related hours are expected for each credit hour applied. (Main campus course)

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

111T Introduction to Basic Laboratory Skills, Urinalysis, and Body Fluids (4)
An introduction to the profession of medical diagnostic testing and the clinical laboratory. Content areas consist of: general laboratory safety, laboratory mathematics, general instumentation, use of the microscope, unrinalysis, and body fluids. Pre-/Co-requisites: ENGL 101, Math 119 or 122, and MLT 211T or consent of the instructor. Students are required to co-enroll in MLT 211T--Clinical Hematology and Coagulation. Prerequisite Validation: English and Mathematics competency are essential for the student to master the MLT core curriculum and progress toward the Associate of Science Degree.

112T Clinical Practicum: Phlebotomy (1)
Supervised clinical practice in the clinical pathology department of affiliated hospitals. Field laboratory experience in blood sample collection and processing that includes both Venipucture and capillary puncture techniques. Pre-/Co-requisites: HCHS 101 and MLT 111T or permission of instructor.

211T Clinical Hematology and Coagulation (4)
Indroduction to the theory and practice of clinical hematology. The course includes: erythropoiesis, leukopiesis, cell enrumeration, the hemogram, white blood cell morhpology, differentials, coagulation testing, platelets, routine manual and automated methods, and correlation with pathologies.

214T Clinical Microbiology (5)
Comprehensive current clinical study of bacteriology, mycology, and parasitology; macroscopic and microscopic indentification; biochemical identification profiles; bacterial antibiotic susceptibility patterns; parasitic life cycles. Pathology and epidemiology. Introduction to rickettsias and viruses. Prerequisites: MLT 111T, 112T and MLT 211T.

215T Clinical Chemistry (4)
Theory, principles and procedures applicable to clinical chemistry. Focus on chemical analysis of blood and other body fluids using manual and automated techniques. Application to tests in the diagnosis of disease with review of abnormal physiology. Prerequisites: 111T, 116T, 214T, Math 121 and above, chemistry, biology. Fall.

219T Immunohematology and Serology (4)
Principles, procedures, and pathology for serology. Routine and advanced test procedures to identify and enumerate antibodies. Principles and procedures in Blood Banking. Introduction to genetics. Processing blood components for compatibility testing. Regulation dictated by AABB and FDA. Prerequisites: 111T, 116T, 214T, 216T, 217T, Math 121 and above, chemistry and biology. Spring.

271T Directed Clinical Practicum I (4)
Supervised clinical practice in the clinical pathology department of affiliated hospitals. Field laboratory experience includes rotations throught uninalysis, hematology, and microbiology. Prerequisites: 111T, 116T, and 214T. Upon demand.

281T Directed Clinical Practicum II (6)
Continuation of MLT 271T. Supervised clinical practice in the clinical pathology department of affiliated hospitals. Field laboratory experience includes rotations through blood bank, microbiology, advanced hematology, and serology.

291T Preparation for MLT Board Examinations (2)
Designed to intregrate theory with MLT directed clincal practicums. A comprehensive and current review supplemented by reading assignments and questions on the following subjects: sample collection, coagultions, chemistry, microbiology, blood banking, serology, uninalysis, and calculations. Pre-/Co-requisites: Student must have completed MLT 111T, 112T, 211T, 214T, 216T, 219T and be concurrently enrolled in either MLT 271T or MLT 281T.

Music (MUSIC)

139 Music Appreciation (3)
A non-technical course designed to expand the student's ability to listen actively. Repertoir inlcudes compositions from chamber music and symphonic literature. Altenative Semesters. (Main campus course)

140 Music Appreciation (3)
A non-technical course designed to expand the student's ability to listen actively. Repertoire includes compositions from symphonic, chamber music, and vocal literature and is entirely different fromt that presented in course 139. (Main campus course)

Music Education (MUS ED)

292 Multicultural Awareness through Music Skills (3)
The music of global ethnic groups with emphasis on the musical skills needed to assist the elementary teacher toward releveant enrichment in teaching the humanities. Prerequisites: MUS ED 298 or permission of instructor. (Main campus course)

298 Music for the Elementary Teacher (3)
Will prepare elementary classroom teachers to teach music education in a self-contained classroom in traditional and open situations. (Main campus course)