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ACCT 201 - Principles of Accounting I
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A survey of accounting principles, concepts, and procedures. Recognition of accounting as a device to measure financial activity of for-profit organizations using financial statements. Introduction of the accounting information cycle, journals, ledgers, and appropriate accounts. Fall
Prerequisite(s): Eligibility to enroll in MATH 101 or MATH 101L or higher or Permission of Instructor.
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ACCT 202 - Principles of Accounting II
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A continuation of ACCT 201 . An introduction to cost accumulations and allocations, financial statement analysis and the use of accounting information for internal and external decision-making. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 201 or Permission of Instructor.
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ACCT 301 - Intermediate Accounting I
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Financial reporting for business enterprises under GAAP. A review of the theoretical foundations of financial concepts and reporting and their practical application to accounting procedures. Emphasis is on income and expense measurement, asset and liability measurement, and accounting for owners’ equity. Fall
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202 or Permission of Instructor.
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ACCT 302 - Intermediate Accounting II
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A continuation of ACCT 301 . Emphasis is on financial statement disclosure requirements under GAAP. A review of reporting requirements for long-term liabilities, stockholders’ equity, revenue measurement, earning per share, leases, pensions, cash flows, and other contemporary accounting issues. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 301 or Permission of Instructor.
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ACCT 304 - Business Law for Professional Accountants
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course is a continuation of BUSN 301 - Business Law and the Legal Environment. It provides an in-depth study of business law subjects encountered by the professional accountant. Topics covered include commercial transactions under the UCC, real and personal property, contracts, government regulation, estates and trusts, and business organizations. The purpose of the course is to provide students with the business law background to enable them to use good judgment in the practice of their profession and to understand and exercise sound professional judgment in their careers. Spring
Prerequisite(s): BUSN 301 or Permission of Instructor.
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ACCT 305 - Managerial Accounting
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Use of the internal accounting system in the preparation of relevant data for effective managerial planning and control decisions. Fall
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202 or Permission of Instructor.
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ACCT 306 - Cost Accounting
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Principles underlying determinations of cost and control of certain business activities. Manufacturing accounting is emphasized. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 305 or Permission of Instructor.
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ACCT 325 - Taxation for Personal and Business Decision Making
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course provides a summary of income taxes at the federal and state level as they affect business and personal investment decision making. Emphasis is on income tax concepts and their effect on decision-making, not form preparation. Topics covered include: types of taxes at various governmental jurisdictional levels; tax policy issues; fundamentals of tax planning; measuring taxable income; property acquisitions, cost recovery and dispositions; non-taxable exchanges; taxes and the choice of a business entity; proprietorship taxation; partnership and Sub S taxation; corporate taxation; compensation and retirement planning; investment and personal financial planning; tax consequences of personal activities, and simple personal tax preparation.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202 or Permission of Instructor.
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ACCT 350 - Advanced Taxation
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
An in-depth coverage of federal and state income taxation of individuals, proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations, with emphasis on tax return preparation for each of these entities. Topics covered include gross income inclusions and exclusions, deductions for and deductions from adjusted gross income, business and employment related deductions, personal deductions, exemptions, credits, property transactions (in-depth acquisitions, cost recovery, and dispositions), AMT, and deferrals of income/expense recognition. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 325 or Permission of Instructor.
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ACCT 424 - Accounting Information Systems
Lecture Hour(s): 2
Lab Hour(s): 1
Credit Hour(s): 3
A study of the analysis, design, and control aspects of accounting systems. Introduces the computer in solving accounting problems. Also, presents the accounting cycle and financial statement preparation in a computerized system and other applications for financial and managerial accounting. Fall
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202 or Permission of Instructor.
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ACCT 430 - Advanced Accounting
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Accounting principles and practices as applied to problems connected with partnerships, consolidations, fiduciary relationships, interim reporting, SEC reporting, segment reporting, and foreign currency transactions. Fall
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 302 or Permission of Instructor.
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ACCT 431 - Auditing Principles
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Emphasis on various kinds of auditing techniques. Attention is also given to auditors’ duties and responsibilities, reporting requirements and ethics. Fall
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202 or Permission of Instructor.
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ACCT 432 - Advanced Auditing
Lecture Hour(s): 2
Lab Hour(s): 1
Credit Hour(s): 3
A study of advanced auditing topics, including statements on auditing standards, statistical sampling applications, auditing computerized accounting systems, and internal auditing.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 431 or Permission of Instructor.
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ACCT 440 - Governmental and Not-for-Profit Accounting
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Accounting principles and practices as applied to problems connected with partnerships and governmental and not-for-profit accounting. Topics include accounting for partnerships; specialized problems relating to governmental and not-for-profit entities; funds and the fund structure; financial reporting for state and local governments, educational institutions, health care organizations, and other not- for-profit organizations.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202 or Permission of Instructor.
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ACCT 490 - Topics in Accounting
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A course dealing with the theory of accounting as well as emerging issues that the professional standard boards and other groups that promulgate accounting principles are currently dealing with.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.
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Architectural Engineering Technology |
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ARET 205 - History of Architecture
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Through lectures, photo slides, and video presentations, the student is introduced to architectural styles, philosophies, and construction systems that have developed over the ages. Influences such as social, political, religious, economic, and technological advances are traced from ancient times through our present day. Emphasis is placed on the relevance of this history upon today’s society and architectural styles. Class discussions provide an opportunity for dialogue on relevant historical topics and lecture content.
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ARET 301 - Graphics for Architecture
Lecture Hour(s): 1
Lab Hour(s): 5
Credit Hour(s): 3
The course will introduce the various types of architectural drawings needed to describe an architectural project. Course topics will overview the content and format of design and construction drawings, and provide hands-on experience in their creation. The final area of study will involve analysis of computer applications to architectural projects and introduce skills to compose 3D building models’
Prerequisite(s): MEET 112 .
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ARET 304 - Commercial Design
Lecture Hour(s): 1
Lab Hour(s): 5
Credit Hour(s): 3
A continuation of ARET 301 . Course work will expose the student to design elements of various types of commercial structures. Coursework will include problems dealing with specific criteria in the design of commercial type structures.
Prerequisite(s): ARET 301 .
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ARET 306 - Site Planning
Lecture Hour(s): 2
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 3
A survey course in basic concepts of site planning; topics include site analysis, erosion and sediment control, utility location and building placement of residential and commercial building types.
Corequisite(s): CIET 212
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ARET 401 - Institutional Design
Lecture Hour(s): 1
Lab Hour(s): 5
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course is a continuation of ARET 304 - Commercial Design . The intent of this course is to expose the student to projects involving more complex designs of commercial structures and larger scale mixed use developments. Projects shall develop skills in design composition, structural and material selection, and presentation skills. Design problems assigned during the semester will require building code research and analysis, addressing specific and nonspecific design criteria. Course design projects will utilize current versions of the AutoCAD software programs.
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ARET 402 - Senior Design Studio
Lecture Hour(s): 1
Lab Hour(s): 5
Credit Hour(s): 3
The ARET Department’s capstone course. It is a continuation of ARET 401 . Students will be involved in a large-scale design problem of a commercial, institutional, or industrial nature. Comparative investigations will be conducted on various design solutions. Designs will be explored in depth for structural alternatives, potentials for application of energy conservation techniques, and building code regulations.
Prerequisite(s): ARET 401 , senior standing.
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ARET 412 - Construction Documents
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A study of engineering and architectural contracts and specifications as applied to construction principles and building codes. Preparation and interpretation of contract documents are stressed.
Prerequisite(s): ARET 401 .
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ARET 490 - Topics in Architectural Engineering Technology
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Advanced formal course in diverse areas of Architectural Engineering Technology. Course may be repeated for different topics. Specific topics will be announced and indicated by subtitle on transcript.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
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Art |
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ARTS 101 - Introduction to Visual Arts
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A study of the art and culture of various periods with emphasis on the artists’ conceptual and perceptual basis, materials and techniques, and artistic style. The course is designed to develop an understanding of the process and product of visual arts activity. For the non-art major. Fall, Spring
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ARTS 105 - Creative Expression
Lecture Hour(s): 2
Lab Hour(s): 1
Credit Hour(s): 2
An arts and crafts education course that emphasizes the development of a creative arts and crafts program for the needs of the early and middle grade child, with laboratory experience in various media. Fall
Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for enrollment in ENGL 101 or permission of the instructor and student’s advisor.
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ARTS 205 - Art History
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A survey of the history and development of architecture, sculpture, painting, and the minor arts from pre-historic times to the present. Spring
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ARTS 220 - Drawing
Lecture Hour(s): 1
Lab Hour(s): 4
Credit Hour(s): 3
A studio arts course in freehand drawing with various media and techniques with emphasis on proportion, interpretation, and expression. Spring
Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for enrollment in ENGL 101 or ENGL 101L or permission of the instructor and student’s advisor.
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ARTS 250 - Graphic Design
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course offers fundamental skills relevant to the discipline of graphic design. Through studio projects, students learn the vocabulary of visual communication design and become familiar with graphic design digital production processes.
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ARTS 290 - Topics in Arts
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Formal courses in diverse areas of art. Course may be repeated for different topics. Specific topics will be announced and indicated by subtitle on the student transcript.
Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for enrollment in ENGL 101 or ENGL 101L or permission of the instructor and student’s advisor.
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ARTS 310 - Painting
Lecture Hour(s): 1
Lab Hour(s): 4
Credit Hour(s): 3
A studio arts course in painting with various media and techniques and their use in expression, conception and visual perception.
Prerequisite(s): Advanced standing or consent of instructor.
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ARTS 490 - Topics in Art
Credit Hour(s): 1-3
A formal course offered in a selected topic of art studio or history. The topic will be announced at registration by subtitle and so indicated on the student’s transcript. May be repeated for different topics. On demand
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
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ARTS 495 - Special Topics in Art
Credit Hour(s): 1-6
Study in a specialized area in the visual arts for students who can demonstrate capacity for responsible independent work. The student will need to identify the topic content, resources, objectives and need. May be repeated for different topics. On demand
Prerequisite(s): Advanced standing or consent of instructor and Dean.
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Business Information Systems |
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BINS 130 - Introduction to Business Information Systems
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
An overview of information systems and how they provide value in organizations by supporting organizational (or business) objectives. Specific topics include the technical and organizational foundations of information systems, building information systems within organizations, and the fundamentals of managing information system resources.
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BINS 220 - Enterprise Resource Planning
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Fundamentals of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems concepts, and the importance of integrated information systems in an organization. SAP is introduced to illustrate the concepts, fundamentals, framework, general information technology context, the technological infrastructure, and integration of business enterprise-wide applications.
Prerequisite(s): BINS 130 .
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BINS 340 - Database Management Systems
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Includes organization of databases; design and implementation; concepts of databases verses files; relational database; data retrieval structures and mechanisms; database normalization; and query languages, with emphasis on Oracle SQL.
Prerequisite(s): COSC 216 OR COSC 311
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BINS 431 - Current Issues in Business Information Systems
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Topics of current interest in the design and implementation of information processing systems. Note: Repeatable when topics differ.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing or Permission of instructor.
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BINS 488 - Computer and Information Security
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course covers how systems can be protected while ensuring system reliability and integrity. Topics include examples of security problems, host security, access control, site security, TCP/IP review, attack methods, firewalls and access control lists (ACLs), basic cryptology, securing email and electronic commerce, disaster recovery, and security management functions. The student learner will understand key enterprise system components, how enterprise systems are exploited by intruders, how to utilize security tools, and how to establish policies and procedures to protect enterprise systems.
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BINS 490 - Topics in Business Information Systems
Credit Hour(s): 3
An advanced formal course in an area of business information systems. Specific subject matter will be announced and indicated by a subtitle in the schedule and on the student transcript.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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BINS 499 - Business Information Systems Projects
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Independent study or internship on a special project or practicum relating to business information systems, under the supervision of an instructor or company supervisor, culminating in an oral and/or written report presented to a select faculty committee.
Prerequisite(s): BINS 340 and senior standing or Permission of Instructor.
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Biology |
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BIOL 101 - General Biology I
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
An introductory course concerned with the chemical and physical organization of life, cytology, plant anatomy and physiology, plant diversity, and ecology. Fall
Prerequisite(s): Eligibility to enroll in ENGL 101
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BIOL 102 - General Biology II
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
An introductory course concerned with heredity gene function, evolution, human anatomy and physiology, and animal diversity. Spring
Prerequisite(s): Eligibility to enroll in ENGL 101 .
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BIOL 103L - General Biology I Laboratory
Lecture Hour(s): 0
Lab Hour(s): 2
Credit Hour(s): 1
Laboratory sessions designed to reinforce lecture in BIOL 101 . Fall
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): BIOL 101 .
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BIOL 104L - General Biology II Laboratory
Lecture Hour(s): 0
Lab Hour(s): 2
Credit Hour(s): 1
Laboratory sessions designed to reinforce lecture in BIOL 102 . Spring
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): BIOL 102 .
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BIOL 107 - Microbiology for Health Professionals
Lecture Hour(s): 2
Lab Hour(s): 2
Credit Hour(s): 3
Fundamentals of microbiology applicable to health professions. Lecture topics include characteristics of disease-causing microbes, disease mechanisms, host defenses, microbial control, treatment of infectious diseases, and microbial diseases. Laboratory activities emphasize identification of infectious microbes, biosafety, aseptic technique, and clinical specimens. This course does not fulfill general studies requirements and cannot be substituted for BIOL 202 OR BIOL 204L . Spring/Even
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 100 .
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BIOL 202 - Microbiology
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
The biology of microorganisms and the immune system; control of microorganisms and disease; applied microbiology. Spring
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101 BIOL 102 and BIOL 103L ,BIOL 104L or BIOL 210 BIOL 211L
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BIOL 204L - Microbiology Laboratory
Lecture Hour(s): 0
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 1
Laboratory session designed to complement BIOL 202 lectures. The student will learn basic microbiological techniques through a combination of lectures, demonstrations, and in vitro experiments. Spring
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): BIOL 202
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BIOL 210 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A study of the anatomy and physiology of cells as well as the integumentary, skeletal, articular, muscular, nervous and endocrine systems. Fall
Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for ENGL 101 or permission of the instructor and student’s advisor.
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BIOL 211L - Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lab
Lecture Hour(s): 0
Lab Hour(s): 2
Credit Hour(s): 1
Laboratory sessions designed to reinforce lecture in BIOL 210 . Sessions consist of observing, reporting, and/or interpreting biological phenomena. Fall
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): BIOL 210 .
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BIOL 212 - Human Anatomy & Physiology II
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A continuation of BIOL 210 . A study of the anatomy and physiology of the digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, renal, and reproductive systems. Spring
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 210 .
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BIOL 213L - Human Anatomy & Physiology II Lab
Lecture Hour(s): 0
Lab Hour(s): 2
Credit Hour(s): 1
Laboratory sessions designed to reinforce lecture in BIOL 212 sessions consist of observing, reporting, and/or interpreting biological phenomena. Spring
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): BIOL 212 .
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BIOL 290 - Topics in Biology
Credit Hour(s): 1-4
Formal courses in diverse areas of biology. Course may be repeated for different topics. Specific courses will be announced and indicated by subtitle on the student transcript.
Prerequisite(s): 4 credits in Natural Science.
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BIOL 300 - Ecology
Lecture Hour(s): 2
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 3
A study of the relationships between organisms and the physical and biotic environment. Fieldwork emphasizes the local area. Fall, ODD
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101 , BIOL 103L OR consent of instructor.
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BIOL 301 - Introduction to Genetics
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A study of Mendelian inheritance and modern genetics; the transition of biological characteristics from parent to off-spring, linkage, crossing over, and chromosome mapping; gene mutation; extension of the genetic theories; the role of genes in development. Fall, Even
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 102 , BIOL 104L
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BIOL 302 - Pathophysiology
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Characteristics and manifestations of diseases caused by alterations or injury to the structure or function of the body. Emphasis is placed on image correlation with these pathologies.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 210 , BIOL 211L , BIOL 212 , BIOL 213L .
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BIOL 310 - Nutrition
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Background necessary to comprehend and communicate to patients the science and art of the sum processes involved in taking in nutrients, assimilating and utilizing them. Spring, Even
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 101 , CHEM 103L , CHEM 102 , CHEM 104L .
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BIOL 400 - Pharmacology
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
An introduction to the basic concepts of drug actions and therapeutic principles governing drug therapy. Emphasis is placed on general mechanisms, therapeutic uses and toxicity of protidic drugs. Fall, ODD
Prerequisite(s): Eight semester hours of lab courses in biology or chemistry.
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BIOL 401 - Pathogenic Microbiology
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 2
Credit Hour(s): 4
A course concerned with the characteristics of pathogenic microorganisms encountered in the health care profession. Fall, ODD
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 202 , BIOL 204L
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BIOL 402 - Immunology
Lecture Hour(s): 4
Lab Hour(s): 2
Credit Hour(s): 4
An introduction to the basic concepts of immunology, terminology, and nomenclature to understand the cellular and molecular components of the immune system, how the immune system recognizes and responds to foreign antigens. Course also examines antigen-antibody reactions (serology), transplantation, immunodeficiency diseases, hypersensitivity reactions and cancer immunology.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 202 and BIOL 204L .
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BIOL 403 - Public Health Microbiology
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Public health microbiology is concerned with infectious diseases that cause morbidity and mortality in any society. Students will learn the concepts of infectious diseases, methods and tools of public health data collection, analysis and interpretation and summarizing of data displays, usage of classical statistical approaches applied to practice microbiological and immunological methods in public health. This course will provide students with the broad understanding of medical microbiology and immunology necessary in public practice.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): BIOL 202 or BIOL 107 .
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BIOL 410 - Cell Biology
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 2
Credit Hour(s): 4
A study of cell structure and function beginning at the molecular level of organization and proceeding through different levels of complexity. Spring, Even
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101 , BIOL 102 ,BIOL 103L , BIOL 104L .
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BIOL 490 - Topics in Biology
Credit Hour(s): 1-4
Advanced formal courses in diverse areas of biology. Course may be repeated for different topics. Specific topics will be announced and indicated by subtitle on the student transcript.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
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BIOL 492 - Developmental Embryology
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 4
This course is designed to impart a broad understanding of the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying animal development. The course involves the comparative study of embryonic development including gametogenesis, fertilization, early embryology, and differentiation of organs, tissues, and cells in a number of model systems. Students will learn by exploring animal models that enhance our understanding of embryonic development and the genetic variations that lead to evolution. Spring, Odd
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101 , BIOL 103L , BIOL 102 , BIOL 104L , and BIOL 202 , BIOL 204L .
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Biomedical Science |
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BIOM 156 - Introduction to Health and Medical Professions
Lecture Hour(s): 1
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 1
Students will be introduced to the fundamental skills of reading and understanding the biomedical field through interaction with the instructors and guest speakers. Students will learn about the many different career options available within the biomedical field and engage with professionals from those fields. Students will be prepared for reading the literature of the field through assignments designed to bring out critical thinking of current issues. Students will develop a 4-year career development plan and gain the skills necessary to prepare for entering a profession. Fall, Even
Corequisite(s): BIOL 101 .
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BIOM 256 - Biomedical Sciences Seminar
Lecture Hour(s): 1
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 1
A seminar setting course where students build on skills to succeed in the biomedical professions through interactions with the BSC and outside clinicians and researchers. Students will examine primary literature from the field of medicine and science related to the invited speakers with a focus on hypothesis generation and “next step” experiments. Students will continue their career development plan and develop contacts for professional schools. Fall, ODD
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BIOM 411 - Molecular Biology
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 2
Credit Hour(s): 4
Lecture: Students will learn the concepts, methods and tools of molecular biology experimental design, data collection, analysis and interpretation and summarizing of data displays. Laboratory Coursework: Students learn various common techniques used in the molecular biology laboratory environment. Students will gain an appreciation for why methods are chosen for given research questions and theory behind the methods. Students will utilize molecular biology equipment in the core laboratory. Spring, Odd
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 202 and BIOL 204L .
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Building Successful College Skills |
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BSCS 100 - Building Successful College Skills
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Designed for freshmen enrolled in English 101L, GNET 115L, Math 101L or Math 109L and students who require assistance in developing academic and life skills, BSCS helps students successfully transition to college level work and culture while encouraging them to become engaged with campus activities. Students learn to accept responsibility, discover self-motivation and self-management, employ interdependence, develop self-awareness, adopt lifelong learning, develop emotional intelligence and self-confidence, learn effective study strategies, and develop critical and creative thinking skills.
Corequisite(s): Enrollment in any ENGL 101L , GNET 115L , MATH 101L or MATH 109L .
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Business |
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BUSN 130 - Microsoft Word & Presentations
Lecture Hour(s): 1
Lab Hour(s): 2
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course is designed to prepare students to effectively use Microsoft Word and PowerPoint. Topics include formatting, editing, file management, tables, columns, and graphics. PowerPoint topics include creating and editing presentations, illustrations and shapes, custom backgrounds and SmartArt diagrams, and information graphics. This course meets the computer skill requirement under the General Studies requirement. Fall
Prerequisite(s): None.
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BUSN 232 - Business and Electronic Communications
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Designed to help the student write clear and concise business letters, memos, reports, and e-mail communications. Students will also give a presentation using PowerPoint. Other topics include the communication process, verbal and nonverbal communication, job/employment search, resumes, and cover letters. Electronic communication is integrated into this course by using the Internet, e-mail, and presentation software. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 or ENGL 101L or equivalent or Permission of Instructor.
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BUSN 240 - Microsoft Excel
Lecture Hour(s): 1
Lab Hour(s): 2
Credit Hour(s): 3
Designed to prepare students to progress from an introductory Excel level to the specialist/expert level of spreadsheet competencies. Excel topics include: creating worksheets with embedded charts; formulas, functions, formatting and web queries; what-if analysis, charting, and working with large worksheets; creating static and dynamic web pages; financial functions, data tables, amortization schedules, and hyperlinks; creating templates and working with multiple worksheets and workbooks; using macros and visual basic for applications; formula auditing, data validation; and importing data, working with pivot charts, pivot tables, and trend lines. Spring
Prerequisite(s): BUSN 130 or COSC 102 or Permission of Instructor .
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BUSN 260 - Microsoft Access
Lecture Hour(s): 1
Lab Hour(s): 2
Credit Hour(s): 3
Designed to assist students with developing strong database competencies. Topics include: creating, querying, and maintaining a database; sharing data among applications; reports, forms, and multiple tables applications; OLE fields, hyperlinks, and sub forms; switchboards, pivot tables, and pivot charts; advanced report and form techniques; creating multi-page forms with visual basic; and administering a database system. Spring
Prerequisite(s): BUSN 130 or COSC 102 or Permission of Instructor.
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BUSN 301 - Business Law and the Legal Environment
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Sources, classifications, functions, and evolution of law. Courts and procedures, torts, contracts, real and personal property, agency relationships, forms of business organizations, estates, landlord and tenant, and bankruptcy. Spring
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BUSN 302 - Business Law for Professional Accountants
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Sources, classifications, functions, and evolution of law. Courts and procedures, torts, contracts, real and personal property, agency relationships, forms of business organizations, estates, landlord and tenant, and bankruptcy. Spring
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BUSN 310 - Applied Business Statistics
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Focuses on the application of statistical techniques to assist business decision making. Areas of inquiry include: descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, basic probability concepts, the nature of hypothesis testing, sample size determinations, confidence intervals, t-tests, analysis of variance (ANOVA), chi square, correlation, and simple and multiple regression. Emphasis is placed on the use of statistical software packages. Fall
Prerequisite(s): MATH 109 or MATH 109L or higher or Permission of Instructor.
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BUSN 350 - Financial Management
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Examines key areas of financial analysis with particular attention given to corporate financial management. Topics include financial statement analysis, ratio analysis, pro forma financial statements, internal and external sources of funds, operating and financial advantage, time value of many concepts, capital markets, capital structure, stock and bond valuation techniques, capital budgeting, cost of capital, and dividend policies. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202 or Permission of Instructor.
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BUSN 375 - International Business
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A study of the international business environment and the ways in which the functional areas of business are impacted by globalization, with particular emphasis given to the challenges confronting managers as a result of increased globalization. Topics covered include trends in international business, the impact of trade policies on international business, regional economic cooperation, monetary systems and exchange rates, strategic and human resource management in a global environment, exporting, importing, and global trends in production management. Spring
Prerequisite(s): MGMT 210 or Permission of Instructor .
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BUSN 380 - Production/Operations Management
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Application of economic theory and statistics to various problems confronting management. Major topics include linear programming, decision tree analysis, forecasting, reliability, line balancing, path analyses, learning curves, inventory models, and queuing. PCs and appropriate software will be used to help the student learn to solve operations management problems. Fall
Prerequisite(s): BUSN 310 or MATH 210 or Permission of Instructor.
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BUSN 398 - Business Internship
Credit Hour(s): 1-9
The W. Paul Cole, Jr. School of Business recognizes the value gained from working in a designed internship program, offered by a major corporation for the purpose of enriching student learning and development. Students accepted into such programs will have the opportunity to experience firsthand the policies, procedures, practices, and organizational processes of a major corporation. Permission of the Dean of the School of Business is required for enrollment in this course; and the student’s internship experience must be coordinated by a faculty member within the School of Business. The student is required to maintain a journal of internship activities, and submit a paper relating internship learning to the student’s major.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean of the School of Business or Permission of Instructor.
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BUSN 399 - Disney Exploration Series
Lecture Hour(s): 0
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
The W. Paul Cole, Jr. School of Business participates in the Walt Disney World College Program, which enables Bluefield State College students to receive an internship at Walt Disney World. As an addition to the internship program, students may choose to participate in the Disney Exploration Series, which exposes the student to lectures by Disney executives and management personnel on important business topics. Each Disney Exploration Series topic is addressed in a series of two-hour lectures, with a total of 12-18 hours devoted to each topic. This course requires students to participate in two of these lecture series, and to write a paper relating the content of each lecture series to the student’s major. Permission of the Dean of the School of Business is required for enrollment in this course; and the student’s participation in the Disney Exploration Series must be coordinated by a faculty member of the School of Business.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean of the School of Business and acceptance into the Walt Disney World College Program.
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BUSN 482 - Business Ethics and Social Responsibility
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Examines the emerging topics of business ethics and social responsibility. Includes identification of ethical issues, various approaches to resolving ethical dilemmas, examination of corporate responsibility and its interplay with the social environment, and the enumeration of current corporate practices in these areas. Spring
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing.
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BUSN 490 - Topics in Business
Credit Hour(s): 1-3
Advanced formal courses in diverse areas of business. Course may be repeated for different topics. Specific topics will be indicated by a subtitle on the student’s transcript.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor
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BUSN 494 - Business Strategy
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
An integrative course involving comprehensive analysis of administrative policy-making from a strategic, organizational perspective, involving functional areas such as accounting, finance, management, marketing, and operations, in context with the economic, political, and social environment. Extensive use of case analyses or written reports to develop integrative decision skills. This is the capstone course for business majors; course requirements will include standardized evaluations covering business core courses. Spring
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing in School of Business and completion of all School of Business core courses at the 300-level and below or Permission of Instructor.
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BUSN 499 - Independent Studies in Business
Credit Hour(s): 1-3
Individual, instructor-supervised research into selected topics in business administration. Course may be repeated to a maximum of six hours credit.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor
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CHEM 100 - Introduction to Chemistry
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Basic background in the area of chemistry for students planning to take general chemistry. This course will not meet the general studies requirements, but will meet the chemistry requirement for acceptance into health-related programs. Fall
Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for MATH 101 or higher or permission of the instructor and student’s advisor.
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CHEM 101 - General Chemistry I
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A presentation of the principles of chemistry through a study of the structure and reactions of representative elements and compounds. Principles covered include stoichiometry, thermochemistry, chemical bonding, and the gaseous state. Fall
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): MATH 109 or MATH 109L or GNET 115 or GNET 115L
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CHEM 102 - General Chemistry II
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A continuation of CHEM 101 . Includes solutions, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, and chemical thermodynamics. Spring
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 101 .
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CHEM 103L - General Chemistry I Laboratory
Lecture Hour(s): 0
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 1
Sessions consist of observing, reporting, and interpreting chemical phenomena. Fall
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): CHEM 101 .
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CHEM 104L - General Chemistry II Laboratory
Lecture Hour(s): 0
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 1
Sessions consist of semimicro qualitative analysis. Spring
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): CHEM 102 .
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CHEM 290 - Topics in Chemistry
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Formal course in diverse areas of chemistry. Course may be repeated for different topics. Specific topics will be announced and indicated by subtitle on the student transcript.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor
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CHEM 301 - Organic Chemistry I
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 4
A study of the principles of organic chemistry with emphasis on modern, mechanistic, Synthetic and spectroscopic problems. The laboratory includes experiments for developing techniques and synthesis projects for perfecting these techniques. Fall
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 102 , CHEM 104L .
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CHEM 302 - Organic Chemistry II
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 4
A continuation of CHEM 301 . Includes alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids. The laboratory includes experiments for developing techniques and synthesis projects for perfecting these techniques. Spring
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 301 .
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CHEM 305 - Medicinal Chemistry
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 2
Credit Hour(s): 4
Lecture: Medicinal Chemistry is a chemistry-based discipline and stimulating field as it links many scientific disciplines such as biology, chemistry, physiology to the design of new drugs for treating disease. Students will learn organic chemistry aspects of drug design and development. This course also introduces various classes of drugs, the concepts of MAO (mechanism of action or mode of action), SAR (structure-activity relationships), and ADME (absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion) profiles. Laboratory: Present one of the 100 most prescribed drugs and their genetic and chemical name, discovery, chemical synthesis, and biological evaluation. Fall, Even
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): CHEM 301 or Permission of Instructor
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CHEM 430 - Biochemistry
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A study of the chemical basis of biological systems with emphasis on the structure of proteins, nucleic acids, and carbohydrates. Spring
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 301 .
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CHEM 490 - Topics in Chemistry
Credit Hour(s): 1-4
Advanced formal courses in diverse areas of chemistry. Courses may be repeated for different topics. Specific topics will be announced and indicated by subtitle on transcript.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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CIET 101 - Construction Materials/with Lab
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 4
An introductory study of the materials used in building and highway construction. Topics studied include the physical and chemical properties, production, and subsequent use of selected materials. The laboratory sessions follow ASTM standards for sampling and testing of the materials discussed in the lecture.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): GNET 115 or GNET 115L , ENGL 101 or ENGL 101L
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CIET 110 - Surveying I w/Lab
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 4
An introduction to plane surveying. Topics considered include: the care and use of surveying instruments, theory of errors in observations, leveling, distance measurement, cross-section and profiles plots, angles, azimuths and bearings, latitude and departure, traverse computations and adjustments, area and volume computations, introduction to contour lines and watersheds, introduction to mine surveying, introduction to state plane coordinates, introduction to boundary and construction surveys, and methods and procedures of map drafting using AutoCAD.
Prerequisite(s): GNET 115 or GNET 115L , MATH 109 , MATH 110 , MATH 111 or Instructor’s Concent.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): MEET 112
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CIET 203 - Introduction to Engineering Systems
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A study of the basic engineering principles of including vector analysis, statics and force systems, friction, properties of materials, structural connections, stress and deformation, internal shear and bending moments. Students will be introduced to the analysis and design of engineered structures.
Prerequisite(s): GNET 101 and GNET 115 or GNET 115L
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CIET 204 - Reinforced Concrete Design
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A study of reinforced concrete analysis and design of basic concrete structures. Structural components and design elements presented include reinforced rectangular and t-beams, shear reinforcement, development length, deflections, one-way slabs, concrete columns, footings, and cantilever retaining walls.
Prerequisite(s): CIET 203 or Permission of Instructor.
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CIET 207 - Geotechnics w/Lab
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 4
A study of the fundamentals of soil mechanics including the identification and description of soils, phase diagrams, soil investigations, permeability and drainage, subsurface soil stresses, compaction and stabilization, and an introduction to analysis and design of shallow foundations and retaining walls. The laboratory sessions follow ASTM standards and complement the lecture material.
Prerequisite(s): GNET 116 , GNET 101 or Instructor’s Consent.
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CIET 211 - Surveying II w/Lab
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 4
A study of survey adjustments, use of software in solving surveying problems, horizontal and vertical control networks, global positioning systems, fundamentals of geographic information systems, map projections, State Plane Coordinate Systems, introduction to rural and urban land surveys, and partitioning of land.
Prerequisite(s): CIET 110 , MEET 112 or Permission of Instructor.
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CIET 212 - Hydraulics
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A study of basic fluid mechanics and hydraulics. Topics discussed include properties of fluids, fluid statics, buoyancy, Bernoulli’s equation, closed-conduit flow, energy losses, and open-channel flow.
Prerequisite(s): GNET 101 & GNET 115 or MATH 109 or MATH 109L , or Permission of Instructor.
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