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2014-2015 Catalog & Student Handbook

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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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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 or HITT 1391 , HITT 1341 and HITT 1342 Corequisites: 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 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 1271 - Professionalism and Customer Service in a Health Environment 2 Hours (2-0-0) This course addresses the development of skills necessary to communicate effectively across the full range of roles that will be encountered in health care and public health settings. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 1280 - Cooperative Education - Health Information Technology 2 Hours (1-0-8) This course covers career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individual agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Prerequisites: Admission into the program 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 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) Application of basic coding rules, principles, guidelines, conventions and guidelines using clinical classification systems. Prerequisites: HITT 1205 and BIOL 2404 Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 1342 - Ambulatory Coding 3 Hours (2-4-0) This course will cover basic ambulatory coding rules, conventions, and guidelines. Prerequisites: BIOL 2404 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 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 2261 - Clinical - Health Information Management 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. Prerequisites: Approval of program chair. 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 (2-2-0) 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. Application exercises are provided in course materials. 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-10 codes will also be covered in this course. Prerequisites: Approval of program chair. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HITT 2339 - Health Information Organization and Supervision 3 Hours (2-2-0) 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 2340 - Advanced Medical Billing and Reimbursement 3 Hours (2-4-0) 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 1301 and HITT 1353 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 2160 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 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 BIOL 2404 Click here for course scheduling information.
	HPRS 2321 - Medical Law and Ethics for Health Professions 3 Hours (3-0-0) This course covers the principles, procedures and regulations governing the legal and ethical relationships among physicians, patients and health care professionals. It includes current ethical issues related to the various healthcare professions and patient confidentiality. 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 I 3 Hours (3-0) A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, and intellectual history of the United States from the pre-Columbian era through the period of Reconstruction. United States History examines the study of pre-Columbian, colonial, revolutionary, early national, slavery and sectionalism, and the Civil War/Reconstruction eras. Themes will include: American settlement and diversity, American culture, religion, civil and human rights, technological change, economic change, immigration and migration, and creation of the federal government. Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirement in Reading. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HIST 1302 - United States History II 3 Hours (3-0) A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, and intellectual history of the United States from the period of Reconstruction to the present. United States History II examines industrialization, immigration, world wars, the Great Depression, Cold War and post-Cold War eras. Themes will include: American culture, religion, civil and human rights, technological change, economic change, immigration and migration, urbanization and suburbanization, the expansion of the federal government, and the study of U.S. foreign policy. HIST 1302 may be taken prior to HIST 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) A survey of the political, social, economic, cultural, and intellectual history of Texas from the pre-Columbian era to the present. Themes will include: Spanish colonization and Spanish Texas; Mexican Texas; the Republic of Texas; statehood and secession; oil, industrialization, and urbanization; civil rights; and modern Texas. Emphasis will be given to the roles of ethnic groups and women. HIST 2301 may be substituted for one semester of U.S. History. Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirements in Reading. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HIST 2311 - Western Civilization I 3 Hours (3-0) A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of Europe and the Mediterranean world from human origins to the 17th century. Themes will include the cultural legacies of Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, Byzantium, Islamic civilizations, and Europe through the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Reformations. Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirements in Reading. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HIST 2312 - Western Civilization II 3 Hours (3-0) A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of Europe and the Mediterranean world from the 17th century to the modern era. Themes will include absolutism and constitutionalism, growth of nation states, the Enlightenment, revolutions, classical liberalism, industrialization, imperialism, global conflict, the Cold War, and globalism. Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirements in Reading. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HIST 2321 - World Civilizations I 3 Hours (3-0) A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of the world from the emergence of human cultures through the 15th century. The course examines major cultural regions of the world in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania and their global interactions over time. Themes will include the emergence of early societies, the rise of civilizations, the development of political and legal systems, religion and philosophy, economic systems and trans-regional networks of exchange. The course emphasizes the development, interaction and impact of global exchange. Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirements in Reading Click here for course scheduling information.
	HIST 2322 - World Civilizations II 3 Hours (3-0) A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of the world from the 15th century to the present. The course examines major cultural regions of the world in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania and their global interactions over time. Themes will include maritime exploration and transoceanic empires, nation/state formation and industrialization, imperialism, global conflicts and resolutions, and global economic integration. The course emphasizes the development, interaction and impact of global exchange. Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirements in Reading. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HIST 2323 - Eastern Civilization (single semester course) 3 Hours (3-0) A survey of ancient and medieval history with emphasis on Asian, African, and European cultures. Themes will include the modern history and culture of Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirement in Reading. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HIST 2327 - Mexican- American History 3 Hours (3-0) This course will assess the political, economic, cultural, and social history of the Mexican & Mexican American people in the United States. Although there will be coverage on the background that dates back to the 16^th century, the focus of the course will be placed on events since the beginning of the 19^th century. It encourages students to contemplate the historical truth that not all people in the United States entered through the East Coast and that many Americans such as Native Americans and the Spanish and Mestizo colonizers of the American Southwest predated the arrival of Northern Europeans. The influence of Multiculturalism on the U.S., especially the Southwest, will also be studied. HIST 2327 may be substituted for one semester of U.S. History. Prerequisites: Students must have satisfied the TSI readiness requirement in Reading. Click here for course scheduling information.
Humanities
	HUMA 1301 - Introduction to Humanities I 3 Hours (3-0) This stand-alone course is an interdisciplinary survey of cultures focusing on the philosophical and aesthetic factors in human values with an emphasis on the historical development of the individual and society and the need to create. This course will offer selected, interrelated topics in philosophy, literature, religion, and the arts and sciences from ancient times to about the year 1500. TSI readiness in Reading and Writing. Prerequisites: TSI complete in reading and writing. Click here for course scheduling information.
	HUMA 1302 - Introduction to Humanities II 3 Hours (3-0) This stand-alone course is an interdisciplinary survey of cultures focusing on the philosophical and aesthetic factors in human values with an emphasis on the historical development of the individual and society and the need to create. This course will offer selected and varying topics in philosophy, literature, religion, and the arts and sciences from about 1500 to the present. TSI readiness in Reading and Writing. Prerequisites: TSI complete in reading and writing. 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 1351 - IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software 3 Hours (3-1) An introduction to the computer hardware and software skills needed to help meet the growing demand for entry-level information and communication technology (ICT) professionals. The curriculum covers the fundamentals of PC technology, networking and security, and also provides an introduction to advanced concepts. Hands-on labs and Virtual Laptop and Virtual Desktop learning tools help students develop critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills. Cisco Packet Tracer simulation-based learning activities promote the exploration of network and networking security concepts and allow students to experiment with network behavior. 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 1308 - Introduction to Voice-over Internet Protocol (VoIP) 3 Hours (3-1) A course introducing the basic concepts of Voice-over Internet Protocol (VoIP). This course focuses on technology integration of data transmission in network communications. The topics covered are the basic telephony fundamentals, inspection of packet voice technologies, identification of Internet Protocol (IP) and the protocols and standards that define VoIP networks. Prerequisites: ITNW 1425 or instructor permission Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITCC 1340 - Switching Basics 3 Hours (3-1) Internet Protocol addressing techniques, command line interface configuration of switches, Ethernet switching and protocols associated with Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs). Concepts include the installation and configuration of switches and routers in multiprotocol internetworks and configuration of VLAN protocols. Prerequisites: ITNW 1425 or instructor permission 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 implement IP addressing schemes. 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. 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. 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). Prerequisites: ITCC 2408 . Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITNW 1313 - Computer Virtualization 3 Hours (3-1) Implement and support virtualization of clients and servers in a networked computing environment. This course explores installation, configuration and management of computer virtualization workstation and servers. Install and configure virtual machine managers. Create and network virtual machines and set priorities for accessing resources. Move and clone virtual machines. Ensure high availability for applications within virtual machines. Prerequisites: ITNW 1425 , ITCC 1401 or instructor permission 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 (3-3) 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.
	ITNW 1458 - Network+ 4 Hours (3-3) Assists individuals in preparing for the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) Network+ certification exam and career as a network professional. Identify and define terminology, hardware and software components of computer networks; utilize equipment, protocols and topologies to differentiate between various network systems; demonstrate skills in installing network hardware, software and cable; troubleshoot network connectivity; configure network protocol; and install and configure network client software. Prerequisites: ITNW 1425 or instructor permission Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITNW 2413 - Networking Hardware 4 Hours (3-3) Exploration of hardware devices including cables, servers, and workstations, network connectivity devices and uninterruptible power supplies Prerequisites: ITCC 1401 or instructor permission. 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 1305 - Introduction to PC Operating Systems 3 Hours (3-1) Introduction to personal computer operating systems including installation, configuration, file management, memory and storage management, control of peripheral devices, and use of utilities. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITSC 1315 - Project Management Software 3 Hours (3-1) Use of project management software for developing a project plan including time lines, milestones, scheduling, life cycle phases, management frameworks, skills, processes and tools. Use project management software to plan and manage a project, organize and evaluate project phases, produce reports and charts, distinguish task relationships and demonstrate teamwork. Click here for course scheduling information.
	ITSC 1358 - UNIX System Administration I 3 Hours (3-1) Basic UNIX workstation administration. Includes installing a standalone system, adding users, backing up and restoring file systems, and adding new printer support. Emphasis on the procedures needed to perform system administration tasks. Introduces the concept of the system and disk management. Prerequisites: ITSC 1305 or instructor permission. 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 1302 - Computer Programming 3 Hours (3-1) Introduction to computer programming including design, development, testing, implementation, and documentation. 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 1350 - Systems Analysis and Design 3 Hours (3-1) Introduction to the planning, design, and construction of computer information systems using the systems development life cycle and other appropriate design tools. Prerequisites: ITSE 1302 or instructor permission. 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 2356 - Oracle Database Administration I 3 Hours (3-1) Fundamentals of the tasks and functions required of a database administrator using Oracle. Create an operational database using Oracle; will demonstrate the ability to create, delete and modify associated files, table spaces, segments, extents and blocks; start up and shutdown an Oracle instance and database; add, delete and modify users, privileges and resources; and demonstrate use of National Language and Support (NLS) features. Prerequisites: ITSE 1445 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 1300 - Fundamentals of Information Security 3 Hours (3-1) An introduction to information security including vocabulary and terminology, ethics, the legal environment, and risk management. Identification of exposures and vulnerabilities and appropriate countermeasures are addressed. The importance of appropriate planning, policies and controls is also discussed. 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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