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2012-2013 Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Guide to Course Abbreviations

College-level Credit Courses

Courses numbered 1100-4399 are college-level credit courses. A credit course is a part of an approved educational program or major. The credit awarded by Midland College for completion of most courses is accepted as a completion of a portion of an appropriate educational sequence leading to a Certificate, Associate Degree, or Baccalaureate Degree. The second number in the four-digit sequence represents the number of semester credit hours (SCH) awarded for a particular course. For example, COMM 1307 is a 3 semester credit hour course in Communication, and ACNT 2401 is a 4 semester credit hour course in Accounting.

Developmental Education Courses

Courses numbered 0100-0399 are offered for credit but do not count toward completion of a program or major. These are designed for students who score lower than college-level on English, Math, and Reading placement exams. For each student who fails to meet passing standards on placement exams, Midland College has established a program to advise the student and determine a plan regarding the sequence of development education courses necessary to assure the readiness of that student in performing freshman-level academic course work.

Key to Course Codes

Some subjects may have more than one course code.

Course Descriptions

Numbers in parentheses identify the number of classroom and lab hours per week. For example, (3-2) indicates three hours in the classroom plus two hours in the lab.

When present, a third number indicates clinical, practicum or internship hours.

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Geography
	GEOG 1303 - World Regional Geography 3 Hours (3-0) In this course, students will study the major world geographic regions with an emphasis on prevailing social and environmental conditions and developments. Included are emerging conditions and trends and the awareness of diversity. Course content may include one or more regions. Click here for course scheduling information.
Geology
	GEOL 1401 - Earth Sciences I 4 Hours (3-3) Survey of physical and historical geology, astronomy, meteorology, oceanography, and related sciences. This course is designed for non-science majors. Prerequisites: TSI complete in Reading. Click here for course scheduling information.
	GEOL 1403 - Physical Geology 4 Hours (3-3) This course is designed to enable students to become familiar with the geologic features and processes of the earth. This is a foundation course for geology majors, and may also be taken by non-majors for lab science requirement. Prerequisites: TSI complete in Reading. Click here for course scheduling information.
	GEOL 1404 - Historical Geology 4 Hours (3-3) This course is designed to enable students to become familiar with the geologic history of the earth. This is a foundation course for geology majors and may be taken by non-majors for lab science requirement. Prerequisites: GEOL 1403 or consent of instructor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	GEOL 1405 - Environmental Science 4 Hours (3-3) The study of environmental science is interdisciplinary. During the semester, the student will be presented with scientific information concerning the environment and the historical, social, political, and economic ramifications of environmental conflict. The course is suitable as an elective course in a science curriculum or as a required lab science for someone who is not majoring in science. Prerequisites: TSI complete in Reading. Click here for course scheduling information.
	GEOL 1447 - Meteorology 4 Hours (3-3) Study of and practical experience in weather analysis, methods of instrumentation and observational meteorology. Lab fee required. This course is designed for nonscience majors. Prerequisites: TSI complete in Reading. Click here for course scheduling information.
	GEOL 2409 - Mineralogy 4 Hours (3-3) Introduction to physical, chemical, crystallographic properties, symmetry, and form, for identification and description of minerals. Chemical and physical processes governing classification origin and occurrence of minerals and rocks. Basic theories and techniques for determining optical constants of minerals using the petrographic microscope. Prerequisites: GEOL 1403 . Click here for course scheduling information.
Government/Political Science
	GOVT 2301 - Federal and State Government I 3 Hours (3-0) This course is a comparative investigation of federal and state government. It covers the foundation and development of the constitutions of the United States and Texas (federalism), local governments, political parties, and interest groups. Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirement in reading. Click here for course scheduling information.
	GOVT 2302 - Federal and State Government II 3 Hours (3-0) In this class students will study the legislative, executive (including the bureaucracy), and judicial systems of the U.S. and Texas, and selected problems of public policy. Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirement in reading. Click here for course scheduling information.
	GOVT 2304 - Introduction to Political Science 3 Hours (3-0) This course is the introduction to the study of political science as a discipline-political philosophy, the theory and organization of the modern state, comparative political systems, and international relations. Prerequisites: GOVT 2301 and GOVT 2302 Click here for course scheduling information.
	GOVT 2311 - Mexican-American Politics 3 Hours (3-0) This course examines the historical and socio-political culture, and the political experience of Mexican-Americans at the local, state, and national level in the United States. Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirement in reading. Click here for course scheduling information.
	GOVT 2389 - Government Internship 3 Hours (3-4) This course is designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on experience in government. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of government. Prerequisites: GOVT 2301 and GOVT 2302 . Click here for course scheduling information.
Health Information Technology
	HITT 1167 - Field Experience – Coding 1 Hour (0-0-7) This course is a practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. This is an unpaid learning experience. Prerequisites: HITT 1301 , HITT 1305 and HITT 1341 . Corequisites: HITT 1345 and HITT 2335 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 1202 - The Culture of Health Care 2 Hours (2-0-0) This course addresses job expectations in health care settings. Discusses how care is organized inside a practice setting, privacy laws, and professional and ethical issues encountered in the workplace. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 1204 - IT for Health Professionals 2 Hours (2-1-0) This course is for students without an information technology background and provides a basic overview of computer architecture, data organization, representation and structure, structure of programming, networking, and data communication. The course also includes basic terminology of computing. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 1205 - Medical Terminology I 2 Hours (2-1-0) This course is a study of word origin and structure through the introduction of prefixes, suffixes, root words, plurals, abbreviations and symbols, surgical procedures, medical specialties, and diagnostic procedures. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 1212 - History of Health Information Technology in the United States 2 Hours (2-0-0) This course traces the development of information technology systems in health care and public health, beginning with the experiments of the 1950s and 1960s and culminating in the HITECH Act. The course also introduces the concept of meaningful use. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 1255 - Health Care Statistics 2 Hours (2-0-0) This course will cover general principles of health care statistics with emphasis in hospital statistics. Skill development in computation and calculation of health data will also be covered. Prerequisites: Approval of program director. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 1260 - Clinical - Health Information/Medical Record Technician 2 Hours (0-0-6) This course is a health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 1301 - Health Data Content and Structure 3 Hours (2-2-0) This course is an introduction to systems and processes for collecting, maintaining, and disseminating primary and secondary health related information. The course will cover instruction in delivery and organizational structure to include content of health record, documentation requirements, registries, indices, licensing, regulatory agencies, forms, and screens. Prerequisites: Approval of program director. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 1306 - Language of Health Care and Public Health 3 Hours (3-0-0) This course is an explanation of specific terminology used by workers in health care and public health. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 1311 - Health Information Systems 3 Hours (2-2-0) This course is an introduction to health information technology standards, health-related data structures, software applications and enterprise architecture in health care and public health. Prerequisites: ITSC 1409 - Integrated Software Applications I or BCIS 1405 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 1341 - Coding and Classification Systems 3 Hours (2-4-0) This course covers an application of basic coding rules, principles, guidelines, conventions and the assigning of appropriate ICD-9CM codes. Prerequisites: HITT 1305 and BIOL 2401 or SCIT 1407 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 1342 - Ambulatory Coding 3 Hours (3-2-0) This course will cover basic ambulatory coding rules, conventions, and guidelines. Prerequisites: BIOL 2401 or SCIT 1407 and BIOL 2402 or SCIT 1408 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 1345 - Health Care Delivery Systems 3 Hours (3-0-0) This course is an introduction to organization, financing, and delivery of health care services, accreditation, licensure, and regulatory agencies. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 1353 - Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Information Management 3 Hours (3-0-0) This course covers the concepts of privacy, security, confidentiality, ethics, health care legislation, and regulations relating to the maintenance and use of health information. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 1391 - Special Topics - Documentation for Medical Practices 3 Hours (3-1-0) A course that includes comprehensive study of health record content, accreditation standards, liability, reimbursement, and policy as it relates to practice management. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 2160 - Clinical I 1 Hour (0-0-6) This course is a health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. This is an unpaid learning experience. Prerequisites: HITT 1205 , HITT 1301 and HITT 1353 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 2221 - E.H.R. Training Methods 2 Hours (2-0-0) This course offers an overview of learning management systems, instrumental design software tools, teaching techniques and strategies, evaluation of learner competencies, maintenance of training records, and measurement of training program. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 2222 - Team Dynamics in Health Professions 2 Hours (2-0-0) An experiential course that helps trainees become “team players” by understanding their roles, the importance of communication, and group dynamics. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 2224 - Usability and Human Factors for Health Professions 2 Hours (2-0-0) This course is a discussion of rapid prototyping, user-centered design and evaluation, and usability. The course includes effects of new technology and work flow on downstream processes. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 2239 - Health Information Organization and Supervision 2 Hours (2-1-0) This course covers the principles of organization and supervision of human, financial, and physical resources. Prerequisites: HITT 1301 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 2311 - Configuring EHRs 3 Hours (2-2-0) This course is a practical experience with a laboratory component, addressing approaches to assessing, selecting, and configuring EHRs to meet the specific needs of customers and end-users. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 2313 - Working with Health IT Systems 3 Hours (1-2-0) This laboratory course in which students work with systems using simulated data, performing EHR access by user includes experiencing threats to security and appreciating the need for standards, high levels of usability, and how errors can occur. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 2323 - Health IT Leadership 3 Hours (3-0-0) This course prepares the student for leadership roles, principles of leadership, and effective management of teams. Emphasis is on the leadership modes and styles best suited for information technology deployment. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 2326 - Project Management for Health Professions 3 Hours (3-0-0) This course covers the general principles of project management tools and techniques that results in the ability to create and follow a project management plan. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 2327 - Vendor Specific HIT Systems 3 Hours (2-3-0) This course provides an overview of the most popular vendor systems highlighting the features of each as they would relate to practical deployments, and noting differences between systems. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 2328 - Introduction to Health Care and Public Health in the United States 3 Hours (3-0-0) This course is a survey of how health care and public health services are organized and delivered in the U.S. It covers public policy, relevant organizations and their interrelationships, professional roles, legal and regulatory issues, and payment systems. Health reform initiatives in the United States are also included. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 2329 - Installation and Maintenance of Health IT Systems 3 Hours (1-2-0) This course is an examination of installation and maintenance of information technology systems including testing prior to implementation. The course also provides application of system configuration principles. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 2335 - Coding and Reimbursement Methodologies 3 Hours (2-4-0) This course covers the development of advanced coding techniques with emphasis on case studies, health records, and federal regulations regarding prospective payment systems and methods of reimbursement. The assigning of appropriate ICD-9CM codes will also be covered in this course. Prerequisites: Approval of program director. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 2340 - Advanced Medical Billing and Reimbursement 3 Hours (2-2-0) This course is a study of health insurance and reimbursement in various health care settings. It includes the study of coding skills to prepare reimbursement forms in various health care settings for submission to payers. Prerequisites: HITT 1341 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 2343 - Quality Improvement and Performance Assessment 3 Hours (2-3-0) This course is a study of quality standards and methodologies in the health information management environment. Topics will include licensing, accreditation, compilation and presentation of data in statistical formats, quality management and performance improvement functions, utilization management, risk management and medical staff data quality issues, and approaches to assessing patient safety issues and implementation of quality management and reporting through electronic systems. Prerequisites: HITT 1255 and HITT 1301 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 2351 - Networking and Health Information Exchange 3 Hours (3-0-0) This course offers an in-depth analysis of data mobility including the hardware infrastructure (wires, wireless, and devices supporting them), the ISO stack, standards, Internet protocols, federations and grids, the NHIN and other nationwide approaches. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 2353 - Work Flow Analysis and Redesign of Health IT Systems 3 Hours (3-0-0) This course includes fundamentals of health workflow process analysis and redesign as a necessary component of complete practice automation. Also included are topics of process validation and change management. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 2361 - Clinical II 3 Hours (0-0-10) This course is a health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. This is an unpaid learning experience. Prerequisites: HITT 2260 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	SCIT 1407 - Applied Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 Hours (3-3-0) This course is an indepth coverage of the structure and function of the human body. Topics include anatomical terminology, cell structure and function; tissues; body organization; and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems. The course emphasis is on homeostasis. Click here for course scheduling information.
	SCIT 1408 - Applied Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 Hours (3-3-0) This course is a continuation of Applied Human Anatomy and Physiology I with an indepth coverage of the structure and function of the human body. Topics include the digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic/immune, renal/excretory, and reproductive systems. The course emphasis is on homeostasis. Prerequisites: SCIT 1407 . Click here for course scheduling information.
Health Sciences
	HPRS 1106 - Essentials of Medical Terminology 1 Hour (1-0-0) This course is a study of common medical terminology, word origin, structure, and application. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HPRS 2200 - Pharmacology for Health Professions 2 Hours (2-0-0) This course is a study of drug classifications, actions, therapeutic uses, adverse effects, routes of administration, and calculation of dosages. Corequisites: BIOL 2401 or VNSG 1420 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	HPRS 2301 - Pathophysiology 3 Hours (3-0-0) This course is a study of the pathology and general health management of diseases and injuries across the life span. Topics will include etiology, symptoms, pharmacology and the physical and psychological reactions to diseases and injuries. Prerequisites: BIOL 2401 or SCIT 1407 . Click here for course scheduling information.
History Students may receive credit for only two of HIST 2321 , HIST 2322 , HIST 2323
	HIST 1301 - United States History To 1877 3 Hours (3-0) This course is a survey of U.S. history from the beginnings through Reconstruction. It includes such topics as the European heritage, the colonies in North America, the creation and development of the American nation, and the sectional differences that led to the Civil War and Reconstruction. Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirement in reading. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HIST 1302 - United States History Since 1877 3 Hours (3-0) This class is a survey of U.S. history from Reconstruction to the present. Topics include the development of the West, the growth of big business and its accompanying problems, American Imperialism, the causes and results of World Wars I and II, and the post war world. May be taken before 1301. Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirement in reading. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HIST 1316 - History of Christianity 3 Hours (3-0) This course is an historical survey of the development of Christianity and its role in world history, from its origins to the present time covering theological and institutional issues. Course may be taken for either credit or non-credit. Also PHIL 1316 . Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirement in reading. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HIST 2301 - Texas History 3 Hours (3-0) This class covers the history of Texas from pre-Columbian times to the present. Topics will include native American cultures, colonization by Europeans, the Texas Republic, the Civil War, and modern Texas. Emphasis will be given to the roles of ethnic groups and women. May be substituted for one semester of U.S. History. Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirements in reading and writing. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HIST 2311 - Western Civilization I 3 Hours (3-0) This course is a history of Western civilization before c. 1500, stressing the origin and development of political, economic, and religious institutions. The class also covers the theory and practice of historical research. Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirements in reading and writing. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HIST 2312 - Western Civilization II 3 Hours (3-0) This course is a history of Western civilization since c. 1500, stressing imperialism, nationalism, revolution, and the rise of science. The class also covers the theory and practice of historical research. Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirements in reading and writing. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HIST 2321 - World Civilizations I 3 Hours (3-0) This class surveys the origin and development of civilizations in Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas from the beginning to c 1500. Material stresses the origin and development of political, economic, and religious institutions. The class also covers the theory and practice of historical research. Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirements in reading and writing. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HIST 2322 - World Civilizations II 3 Hours (3-0) This course continues the development of world civilizations in response to Western expansion from c. 1500. Topics stress imperialism, nationalism, revolution, and rise of science. The class also covers the theory and practice of historical research. Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirements in reading and writing. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HIST 2323 - Eastern Civilization 3 Hours (3-0) This course is a history of Eastern civilization. It covers Islamic, Indian, Chinese, and Japanese civilizations from their beginnings to the present. The class also covers the theory and practice of historical research. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HIST 2327 - Mexican- American History 3 Hours (3-0) This course is a general survey of the experience of Americans of Mexican ancestry in the development of American society. The class will emphasize Native American and Spanish culture along with political, economic, and social events. Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirement in reading. Click here for course scheduling information.
Humanities
	HUMA 1301 - Humanities I 3 Hours (3-0) “Humanities I” invites students to expand their appreciation of the cultural side of human experience on the premise that a complete education should stimulate the intellect as well as provide skills and job training. This course will offer selected, interrelated topics in philosophy, literature, religion, and the arts and sciences from ancient times to about the year 1500. Coverage will be interdisciplinary and multi cultural, and will include readings, various media, and performance. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HUMA 1302 - Humanities II 3 Hours (3-0) “Humanities II” complements Humanities I by inviting students to expand their appreciation of the cultural side of human experience still further on the premise that a complete education must stimulate the intellect as well as provide skills and job training. This course will offer selected and varying topics in philosophy, literature, religion, and the arts and sciences from about 1500 to the present. Coverage will be interdisciplinary and multi cultural, and will include readings, various media, and performance. Prerequisites: THERE IS NO PREREQUISITE FOR THIS COURSE. Click here for course scheduling information.
Information Technology
	BCIS 1405 - Business Computer Applications 4 Hours (3-3) Computer terminology, hardware, software, operating systems, and information systems relating to the business environment. The main focus of this course is on business applications of software, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics, and business-oriented utilization of the Internet. This course is designed for business majors who plan to transfer to a four year school. Click here for course scheduling information.
	BCIS 2390 - Systems Analysis & Design 3 Hours (3-0) Analysis of business information needs and preparation of specifications and requirements for appropriate data system solutions. Includes instruction in information requirements analysis, specification development and writing, prototype evaluation, and network application interfaces. Click here for course scheduling information.
	COSC 1330 - Computer Programming 3 Hours (3-1) Introduction to computer programming in various programming languages. Emphasis on the fundamentals of structured design, development, testing, implementation, and documentation. Includes coverage of language syntax, data and file structures, input/output devices, and disks/ files. Click here for course scheduling information.
	COSC 1336 - Programming Fundamentals I 3 Hours (3-1) Introduces the fundamental concepts of structured programming. Topics include software development methodology, data types, control structures, functions, arrays, and the mechanics of running, testing, and debugging. This course assumes computer literacy. Click here for course scheduling information.
	COSC 1337 - Programming Fundamentals II 3 Hours (3-1) Review of control structures and data types with emphasis on structured data types. Applies the object-oriented programming paradigm, focusing on the definition and use of classes along with the fundamentals of object-oriented design. Includes basic analysis of algorithms, searching and sorting techniques, and an introduction to software engineering. Prerequisites: COSC 1336 or instructor permission. Click here for course scheduling information.
	COSC 2330 - Advanced Structured Languages 3 Hours (3-1) Further applications of programming techniques. Topics may include file access methods, data structures and modular programming, program testing and documentation, and other topics not normally covered in an introductory computer programming course. Prerequisites: COSC 1330 or instructor permission. Click here for course scheduling information.
	COSC 2336 - Programming Fundamentals III 3 Hours (3-1) Further applications of programming techniques, introducing the fundamental concepts of data structures and algorithms. Topics include recursion, fundamental data structures (including stacks, queues, linked lists, hash tables, trees, and graphs), and algorithmic analysis. Prerequisites: COSC 1337 or instructor permission. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CPMT 1445 - Computer Systems Maintenance 4 Hours (3-3) Functions of the components within a computer system. Development of skills in the use of test equipment and maintenance aids. Students will describe the functions of components in a computer system; use computer related test equipment; and demonstrate the effective use of maintenance tools. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CPMT 2380 - Cooperative Education - Computer Maintenance Technology/Technician 3 Hours (1-0-20) Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. As outlined in the learning plan, Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry. Prerequisites: 12 semester credit hours. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. Click here for course scheduling information.
	CPMT 2445 - Computer Systems Troubleshooting 4 Hours (3-3) Principles and practices involved in computer system troubleshooting techniques and repair procedures including advanced diagnostic test programs and the use of specialized test equipment. The student will develop hardware and software troubleshooting techniques and perform procedures used in troubleshooting. Prerequisites: CPMT 1445 or instructor permission. Click here for course scheduling information.
	GAME 1304 - Level Design 3 Hours (3-1) Introduction to the tools and concepts used to create levels for games and simulations. Incorporates level design, architecture theory, concepts of critical path and flow, balancing, play testing, and storytelling. Includes utilization of tool sets from industry titles. Click here for course scheduling information.
	GAME 1306 - Design and Creation of Games 3 Hours (3-1) Introduction to game and simulation development. Includes analysis of existing applications and creation of a game using an existing game engine. In-depth coverage of the essential elements of game design. Also covers an overview of cultural history of electronic games, survey of the major innovators, and examination of the trends and taboos that motivate game design. Students will be able to summarize the evolution of the electronic game industry, explain essential game and simulation elements, evaluate the strengths and limitations of game and simulation systems, identify programmatic and graphical elements of a development system, and develop a concept document and simple game. Click here for course scheduling information.
	GAME 2341 - Game Scripting 3 Hours (3-1) Scripting languages with emphasis on game concepts and simulations. Students will describe the role of scripts in the development of games, simulations, and other software; and apply appropriate scripting structure and syntax for game and/or simulation software development. Prerequisites: GAME 1306 or permission of instructor. Click here for course scheduling information.
	IMED 1316 - Web Design I 3 Hours (3-1) Instruction in web design and related graphic design issues including mark-up languages, web sites, and browsers. Students will identify how the Internet functions with specific attention to the World Wide Web and file transfer; apply design techniques in the creation and optimization of graphics and other embedded elements; demonstrate the use of World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) formatting and layout standards; and design, create, test, and maintain a web site. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITCC 1401 - Cisco Exploration 1-Network Fundamentals 4 Hours (3-3) A course introducing the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the internet. Describes the use of OSI and TCP layered models to examine the nature and roles of protocols and services at the applications, network, data link, and physical layers. Covers the principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations. Build simple LAN topologies by applying basic principles of cabling; perform basic configurations of network devices, including routers and switches; and implementing IP addressing schemes. Students will identify and describe internet architecture, structure, functions, components, and models; describe the use of OSI and TCP layered models; identify and describe the nature and roles of protocols and services at the application, network, data link, and physical layers; describe principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations; and build simple LAN topologies by applying basic principles of cabling, device configuration, and IP subnetting. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITCC 1404 - Cisco Exploration 2-Routing Protocols and Concepts 4 Hours (3-3) This course describes the architecture, components, and operation of routers, and explains the principles of routing and routing protocols. Students analyze, configure, verify, and troubleshoot the primary routing protocols RIPv1, RIPv2, EIGRP, and OSPF. Recognize and correct common routing issues and problems. Model and analyze routing processes. Students will describe the purpose, nature, and operations of a router; describe the purpose and nature of routing tables; describe the purpose and procedure of configuring static routes; design and implement a classless IP addressing scheme for a given network; describe the basis features and concepts of link-state routing protocols; and configure and verify basic RIPv1, RIPv2, single area OSPF, and EIGRP operations in a small routed network. Prerequisites: ITCC 1401 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITCC 2408 - Cisco Exploration 3 –LAN Switching and Wireless 4 Hours (3-3) This course helps students develop an in-depth understanding of how switches operate and are implemented in the LAN environment for small and large networks. Detailed explanations of LAN switch operations, VLAN implementation, Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP), VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP), Inter-VLAN routing, and wireless network operations. Analyze, configure, verify, and troubleshoot VLANs, RSTP, VTP, and wireless networks. Campus network design and Layer 3 switching concepts are introduced. Students will identify and correct common network problems at layers 1, 2, 3, and 7 using a layered model approach; select the appropriate media, cables, ports, and connectors to connect switches to other devices and hosts; perform and verify initial switch configuration tasks including remote access management; configure, verify, and troubleshoot VLANs, VLAN Trunking, Inter-VLAN routing, VTP, and RSTP; verify network status and switch operation using basic utilities (ping, traceroute, telnet, SSH, arp, ipconfig); identify and describe the purpose of the components in a small wireless network (SSID, BSS, ESS); and identify the basic parameters to configure on a wireless network to ensure that devices connect to the correct point. Prerequisites: ITCC 1404 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITCC 2410 - Cisco Exploration 4 – Accessing the WAN 4 Hours (3-3) This course explains the principles of traffic control and access control lists (ACLs) and provides an overview of the services and protocols at the data link layer for wide-area access. Describes user access technologies and devices and discover how to implement and configure Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP), Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE), DSL, and Frame Relay. WAN security concepts, tunneling, and VPN basics are introduced. Discuss the special network services required by converged applications and an introduction to quality of service (QoS). Students will describe the impact of applications (Voice Over IP and Video Over IP) on a network; implement basic switch security (port security, trunk access, management vlan other than vlan1, etc.); configure, verify, and troubleshoot DHCP and DNS operation on a router (CLI/SDM); describe today’s increasing network security threats and explain the need to implement a comprehensive security policy to mitigate the threats; configure and apply ACLs based on network filtering requirements (CLI/SDM); configure and apply an ACLs to limit telnet and SSH access to the router using (SDM/CLI); configure NAT for given network requirements using (CLI/SDM); configure and verify a basic WAN serial connection; configure and verify Frame Relay on Cisco routers; and describe VPN technology (importance, benefits, role, impact, components). Prerequisites: ITCC 2408 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITNW 1351 - Fundamentals of Wireless LANs 3 Hours (3-1) A course in the designing, planning, implementing, operating, and troubleshooting of wireless LANs (WLANs). Includes WLAN design, installation, and configuration; and WLAN security issues and vendor interoperability strategies. The class will explain wireless technologies, topographies, and standards; design, install, configure, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot wireless solutions; and implement wireless security using MAC filtering, WEP, LEAP, EAP, and 802.1x technologies. Prerequisites: ITCC 1401 or ITNW 1425 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITNW 1380 - Cooperative Education - Business Systems Networking and Telecommunications 3 Hours (1-0-20) Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. As outlined in the learning plan, the student will master the theory, concepts, and skills involving the tools, materials, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, and legal systems associated with the particular occupation and the business/industry; demonstrate ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, communicating in the applicable technical language of the occupation and the business or industry. Prerequisites: 12 semester credit hours or instructor permission. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITNW 1425 - Fundamentals of Networking Technologies 4 Hours (3-2) Instruction in networking technologies and their implementation. Topics include the OSI reference model, network protocols, transmission media, and networking hardware and software. Students will identify and use network transmission media; explain the OSI model; Identify the characteristics of network topologies and protocols; identify the functions of a network operating system and distinguish between centralized, client/ server, and peer-to-peer systems; and distinguish between Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs) and identify the components used to expand a LAN into a WAN. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITNW 1454 - Implementing and Supporting Servers 4 Hours (3-3) Implement, administer, and troubleshoot information systems that incorporate servers in a networked computing environment. Students will configure peripherals and devices; set up servers; configure directory replication; manage licensing; create and manage system policies, and profiles; administer remote servers and disk resources; create and share resources; implement fault-tolerance; configure servers for interoperability; install and configure Remote Access Service (RAS); and identify and monitor performance bottlenecks and resolve configuration problems. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITSC 1191 - Special Topics in Computer and Information Sciences, General 1 Hour (1-0) Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. The Student will learn to use the Internet including performing simple searches, learn how to use the Microsoft Office Suite of application software, and learn how to organize files and folders. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITSC 1370 - Smartphone Programming 3 Hours (3-1) An overview of creating and modifying smartphone applications utilizing current programming languages. The course will include projects in smartphone applications applying best practices from industry standards. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITSC 1407 - UNIX Operating System I 4 Hours (3-3) A study of the UNIX operating system including multiuser concepts, terminal emulation, use of system editor, basic UNIX commands, and writing script files. Topics include introductory systems management concepts. The student will demonstrate proper use of basic UNIX commands; define and apply terminal emulation; use the system editor to create script files; create and manage user accounts; and effectively manage the user file system. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITSC 1409 - Integrated Software Applications I 4 Hours (3-3) Introduction to business productivity software suites using word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and/or presentation software. Students will use word processing, spreadsheet, database, and/or presentation software; and integrate applications to produce documents. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITSC 2437 - UNIX Operating System II 4 Hours (3-3) Continued study of the UNIX operating system commands. Includes topics such as CGI and scripting languages. Students will solve intermediate problems using UNIX commands such as SED, AWK, and GREP from the command line and in the basic scripts; and develop CGI script using a scripting language. Prerequisites: ITSC 1407 or instructor permission. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITSE 1331 - Introduction to Visual BASIC Programming 3 Hours (3-1) Introduction to computer programming using Visual Basic. Emphasizes the fundamentals of structured design, development, testing, implementation, and documentation. Includes language symtax, data and file structures, input/output devices, and files. Students will use structured programming techniques; develop executable programs; create appropriate documentation; and create applicable graphical user interfaces. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITSE 1356 - Extensible Markup Language (XML) 3 Hours (3-0) Introduction of skills and practices related to Extensible Markup language (XML). Includes Document Type Definition (DTD), wellformed and valid XML documents, XML schemes, and Extensible Style Language (XSL). Students will design and apply XML to create markup language for data and document centric application; use XSL to transform XML documents to different formats including HTML, text XML, and others; and render an XML document on a browser. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITSE 1380 - Cooperative Education - Computer Programming/Programmer 3 Hours (1-0-20) Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. As outlined in the learning plan, the student will master the theory, concepts, and skills involving the tools, materials, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, and legal systems associated with the particular occupation and the business/industry; demonstrate ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, communicating in the applicable technical language of the occupation and the business or industry. Prerequisites: 12 semester credit hours or instructor permission. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITSE 1445 - Introduction to Oracle SQL 4 Hours (3-3) An introduction to the design and creation of relational databases using Oracle. Topics include storing, retrieving, updating, and displaying data using Structured Query Language (SQL). The student will write Structured Query Language (SQL) statements using Oracle; select and sort data; and produce reports with SQL Plus. The student will create and manage tables which include constraints; create Views and other database objects; and develop procedures and functions using PL/SQL. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITSE 2313 - Web Authoring 3 Hours (3-1) Instruction in designing and developing web pages that incorporate text, graphics, and other supporting elements using current technologies and authoring tools. The student will create functional web pages and supporting elements using current authoring tools; and maintain web pages and supporting elements. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITSE 2349 - Advanced Visual BASIC Programming 3 Hours (3-1) Advanced Visual Basic programming including file access methods, data structures, modular programming, program testing and documentation. Students will design and write Visual Basic programs containing data structures and input/output file handling; develop graphical user interfaces; and integrate external programs and libraries with Visual Basic applications. Prerequisites: ITSE 1331 and ITSE 2409 or instructor permission. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITSE 2380 - Cooperative Education - Computer Programming/Programmer 3 Hours (1-0-20) Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. Prerequisites: 12 semester credit hours or instructor permission. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITSE 2409 - Database Programming 4 Hours (3-3) Database development using database programming techniques emphasizing database structures, modeling, and database access. Students will develop database applications using a structured query language; create queries and reports from database tables; implement data integrity; optimize query performance; create and maintain indexes; and create appropriate documentation. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITSE 2447 - Advanced Database Programming 4 Hours (3-3) Database development using complex database programming techniques emphasizing multiple interrelated files, menu design, security implementation, and multiple access. Students will develop complex database applications using a structured query language; implement security and error trapping; and develop menu-driven database systems. Prerequisites: ITSE 1331 and ITSE 2409 or instructor permission. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITSE 2454 - Advanced Oracle PL/SQL 4 Hours (3-3) A continuation of Oracle SQL. Topics include hierarchical queries, set based queries, correlated subqueries, scripting, and scripting generation. The student will retrieve data including SET operators, correlated subqueries, and hierarchical queries; write SQL scripts that generate other SQL scripts; and write and execute a script that generates a script of drop table commands and insert commands; create procedures and functions; create a package to group together variables, cursors, exceptions, procedures, and functions; and invoke a package constraint. Prerequisites: ITSE 1445 or instructor permission. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITSY 2400 - Operating System Security 4 Hours (3-3) Safeguard computer operating systems by demonstrating server support skills and designing and implementing a security system. Identify security threats and monitor network security implementations. Use best practices to configure operating systems to industry security standards. Students will identify network security risks, security design, and monitoring solutions; identify sources of computer threats, evaluate potential practices, tools, and technologies to protect individual network systems; establish and sustain an operating system security plan utilizing systems and application security tools; implement procedures to secure and monitor audit logs and set system administrator alerts; and develop an organizational operating system security plan that provides for periodic reviews of security policies, procedures, authorized users list, and software update patches. Prerequisites: ITNW 1454 or instructor permission. Click here for course scheduling information.

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