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2022-2023 Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Other Courses
  
  

  • ENV 121 - General Environmental Science I

    - credits 4

    Explores fundamental components and interactions that make up the natural systems of the earth. Introduces the basic science concepts in the discipline of biological, chemical, and earth sciences that are necessary to understand and address environmental issues. Part I of II. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Recitation and Laboratory Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 6

    Note(s): ENV 121 can be used to meet a requirement in the Virginia Passport milestone and the Uniform Certificate of General Studies.
  

  • ENV 122 - General Environmental Science II

    - credits 4

    Explores fundamental components and interactions that make up the natural systems of the earth. Introduces the basic science concepts in the disciplines of biological, chemical, and earth sciences that are necessary to understand and address environmental issues. Part II of II. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Laboratory Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 6

    Note(s): ENV 122 can be used to meet a requirement in the Virginia Passport milestone and the Uniform Certificate of General Studies.
  

  • ETR Electives - Options

    - credits 3-4

    The ETR elective requirement can be satisfied by any electronics courses with a course number of 100 or above or other college level courses when taken as part of a plan approved by the faculty advisor.
  
  

  • GEO 210 - People and the Land: Intro to Cultural Geography

    - credits 3

    Focuses on the relationship between culture and geography. Presents a survey of modern demographics, landscape modification, material and non-material culture, language, race and ethnicity, religion, politics, and economic activities. Introduces the student to types and uses of maps. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Note(s): GEO 210 can be used to meet a requirement in the Virginia Passport milestone and the Uniform Certificate of General Studies.
  

  • Health Electives - Open

    - credits 2

    Additional health courses may be available through the Coastal Virginia Pact or Shared Services Distance Learning. Contact your advisor to discuss these options. Veterans with documented military experience are waived from this requirement. Contact the Registrar’s Office.
  
  
  
  
  

  • Information Technology - Electives

    - credits 3

    The information technology elective requirement may be satisfied by courses with the following prefixes: ITD, ITE, ITN and ITP.
  
  
  
  

  • Mathematics Electives - Liberal Arts

    - credits 3 credits
  
  
  
  
  

  • Science with Lab Requirement 1 - Course 1

    - credits 4

    Students are required to take a two course science sequence. Students should choose one of the following for Course 1 in Requirement 1.  

    BIO 101  

    CHM 111  

    PHY 201  
  

  • Science with Lab Requirement 1 - Course 2

    - credits 4

    BIO 102   - if BIO 101 taken as course 1

    CHM 112   - if CHM 111 taken as course 1

    PHY 202  - if PHY 201 taken as course 1

     
  

  • Science with Lab Requirement 2 - Course 1

    - credits 4

    Students need to complete a second two course science with lab sequence. Students should choose one of the following for Course 1 in Requirement 2.

    BIO 101  

    CHM 111  

    PHY 201  
  

  • Science with Lab Requirement 2 - Course 2

    - credits 4

    BIO 102   - if BIO 101 taken as course 1

    CHM 112   - if CHM 111 taken as course 1

    PHY 202   - if PHY 201 taken as course 1
  
  
  

  • Social Science Focused - Social Science Focused

    - credits 3



    Lecture Hour(s): 3
  
  

  • Statistics I or Calculus II - Recommended

    - credits 3-4 credits

    MTH 245   Statistics I or MTH 264  Calculus II Recommended. MTH 154  , MTH 155   or MTH 263   may be acceptable options with advisor approval.
  
  
  
  

Accounting
  

  • ACC 105 - Office Accounting

    - credits 3

    Presents practical accounting. Covers the accounting cycle– journals, ledgers, working papers, closing of books–payrolls, financial statements, accounting forms and practical procedures.

     

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
  

  • ACC 211 - Principles of Accounting I

    - credits 4

    Introduces accounting principles with respect to financial reporting. Demonstrates how decision makers use accounting information for reporting purposes. Focuses on the preparation of accounting information and its use in the operation of organizations, as well as methods of analysis and interpretation of accounting information.

    Lecture Hour(s): 4
    Total Hours Per Week: 4
  

  • ACC 212 - Principles of Accounting II

    - credits 4

    Introduces accounting principles with respect to cost and managerial accounting. Focuses on the application of accounting information with respect to product costing, as well as its use within the organization to provide direction and to judge performance.

    Prerequisite: ACC 211  
    Lecture Hour(s): 4
    Total Hours Per Week: 4

A/C and Refrigeration
  

  • AIR 121 - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration I

    - credits 3

    Studies refrigeration theory, characteristics of refrigerants, temperature, and pressure, tools and equipment, soldering, brazing, refrigeration systems, system components, compressors, evaporators, metering devices. Presents charging and evaluation of systems and leak detection. Explores servicing the basic system. Explains use and care of oils and additives and troubleshooting of small commercial systems. Part I of II.

    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Laboratory Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 5
  

  • AIR 134 - Circuits and Controls I

    - credits 3

    Presents circuit diagrams for air conditioning units, reading and drawing of circuit diagrams, types of electrical controls. Includes analysis of air conditioning circuits, components, analysis and characteristics of circuits and controls, testing and servicing. Introduces electricity for air conditioning which includes circuit elements, direct current circuits and motors, single and three-phase circuits and motors, power distribution systems, and protective devices. Studies the electron and its behavior in passive and active circuits and components. Demonstrates electronic components and circuits as applied to air conditioning system. Part I of II.

    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Laboratory Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 5
  

  • AIR 138 - Small Hermetic Commercial Systems

    - credits 3

    Introduces small hermetic air conditioning and refrigeration systems. Presents compressors, mechanical and electrical components, refrigerants, evaporators, condensers, metering devices, and filters. Includes recovery and evacuation of systems, testing and charging of systems; use of refrigeration tools, and tubing and brazing procedures. Specializes in ice makers, packaged air conditioning, salad/display cases, refrigerators and freezers.

    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Laboratory Hour(s): 2
    Total Hours Per Week: 4
  

  • AIR 154 - Heating Systems I

    - credits 3

    Introduces types of fuels and their characteristics of combustion; types, components and characteristics of burners, and burner efficiency analyzers. Studies forced air heating systems including troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and servicing. Part I of II.

    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Laboratory Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 5
  

  • AIR 235 - Heat Pumps

    - credits 3

    Studies theory and operation of reverse cycle refrigeration including supplementary heat as applied to heat pump systems, including service, installation and maintenance.

    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Laboratory Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 5
  

  • AIR 276 - Refrigerant Usage EPA Certification

    - credits 1

    Prepares HVAC technicians for a refrigerant certification test mandated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Reviews refrigerant recovery, recycle, and reclamation procedures for service work associated with air conditioning and refrigeration. Examines environmental impact including ozone depletion resulting from refrigeration utilization.

    Lecture Hour(s): 1
    Total Hours Per Week: 1

    Note(s): Students should have previous training and/or working knowledge of vapor-compression, common service equipment and procedures in HVAC/R.

Admin Support Technology
  

  • AST 101 - Keyboarding I

    - credits 3

    Teaches the alpha/numeric keyboard with emphasis on correct techniques, speed, and accuracy. Teaches formatting of basic personal and business correspondence, reports and tabulation.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 3
  

  • AST 242 - Medical Insurance and Coding

    - credits 3

    Teaches coding for medical services rendered within a medical office setting utilizing current coding books for maximum reimbursement.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3

Administration of Justice
  

  • ADJ 100 - Survey of Criminal Justice

    - credits 3

    Presents an overview of the United States criminal justice system; introduces the major system components–law enforcement, judiciary, and corrections.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
  

  • ADJ 105 - The Juvenile Justice System

    - credits 3

    Presents the evolution, philosophy, structures and processes of the American juvenile delinquency system; surveys the right of juveniles, dispositional alternatives, rehabilitation methods and current trends.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
  

  • ADJ 111 - Law Enforcement Organization & Administration I

    - credits 3

    Teaches the principles of organization and administration of law enforcement agencies. Studies the management of line operations, staff and auxiliary services, investigative and juvenile units. Introduces the concept of data processing; examines policies, procedures, rules, and regulations pertaining to crime prevention. Surveys concepts of protection of life and property, detection of offenses, and apprehension of offenders. Part I of II.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 3
  

  • ADJ 112 - Law Enforcement Organization & Administration II

    - credits 3

    Teaches the principles of organization and administration of law enforcement agencies. Studies the management of line operations, staff and auxiliary services, investigative and juvenile units. Introduces the concept of data processing; examines policies, procedures, rules, and regulations pertaining to crime prevention. Surveys concepts of protection of life and property, detection of offenses, and apprehension of offenders. Part II of II.

    Prerequisite: Divisional approval or ADJ 111  .
    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 3
  

  • ADJ 130 - Introduction to Criminal Law

    - credits 3

    Surveys the general principles of American criminal law, the elements of major crimes, and the basic steps of prosecution procedure.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
  

  • ADJ 201 - Criminology

    - credits 3

    Studies current and historical data pertaining to criminal and other deviant behavior. Examines theories that explain crime and criminal behavior in human society.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
  

  • ADJ 211 - Criminal Law, Evidence and Procedures I

    - credits 3

    Teaches the elements of proof for major and common crimes and the legal classification of offenses. Studies the kinds, degrees and admissibility of evidence and its presentation in criminal proceedings with emphasis on legal guidelines for methods and techniques of evidence acquisition. Surveys the procedural requirements from arrest to final disposition in the various American court systems with focus on the Virginia jurisdiction. Part I of II.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3

Art
  

  • ART 101 - History of Art: Prehistoric to Gothic

    - credits 3

    Surveys the history and interpretation of architecture, painting and sculpture from the prehistoric era through the Gothic. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 3

    Note(s): ART 101 can be used to meet a requirement in the Virginia Passport milestone and the Uniform Certificate of General Studies.

Automotive
  

  • AUT 101 - Introduction to Automotive Systems

    - credits 3

    Introduces fundamental systems of automobile, the engine fuel, exhaust, electric, ignition, lubrication, cooling, transmission, steering, brake and suspension systems. Teaches theory and function of each system. Demonstrates operation.

     

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
  

  • AUT 149 - Basic Automotive Electrical Diagnostics

    - credits 5

    Introduces basic automotive electrical concepts, including theory and practical application. Provides instruction on using circuit wiring diagrams to accurately diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair simple electric circuits. Covers basic electrical principles, electrical terminology, and how to use electrical testing equipment. Provides preparation for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) A6 Electrical/Electronic Systems Certification examination.

    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Laboratory Hour(s): 6
    Total Hours Per Week: 8
  

  • AUT 151 - Automotive Braking Systems Diagnostics

    - credits 5

    Introduces basic and advanced automotive braking system concepts, including theory and practical application. Provides instruction on Antilock Braking Systems, base brake systems, and Virginia State Inspection practices. Covers basic mechanical brake systems, hydraulics, precision measuring instruments, and how to use diagnostic test equipment. Provides preparation for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) A5 Brakes Certification examination.

    Prerequisite: AUT 149  
    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Laboratory Hour(s): 6
    Total Hours Per Week: 8
  

  • AUT 153 - Automotive Steering and Suspension Systems Diagnostics

    - credits 5

    Introduces basic and advanced automotive steering and suspension system concepts, including theory and practical application. Covers steering systems, suspension systems, tires and wheels, electronic suspension, power assisted steering, and wheel alignments. Provides preparation for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) A4 Steering and Suspension Certification examination.

    Prerequisite: AUT 149  
    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Laboratory Hour(s): 6
    Total Hours Per Week: 8
  

  • AUT 197 - Cooperative Education

    - credits 1

    Supervises in on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial and service firms, coordinated by the college’s cooperative education office. Is applicable to all occupational- technical curricula at the discretion of the college. May be repeated for credit

    Lecture Hour(s): 1
    Total Hours Per Week: 1

Biology
  

  • BIO 101 - General Biology I

    - credits 4

    Focuses on biological processes with a chemical foundation, including macromolecules, cellular structure, metabolism, and genetics in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts of evolution; structure and function; information flow, storage and exchange; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems biology. Emphasizes the process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. Part I of a two-course sequence. Assignments require college-level reading fluency, coherent written communication, and basic mathematical skills. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Recitation and Laboratory Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 6

    Note(s): BIO 101 can be used to meet a requirement in the Virginia Passport milestone and the Uniform Certificate of General Studies.
  

  • BIO 102 - General Biology II

    - credits 4

    Focuses on biological processes with a chemical foundation, including macromolecules, cellular structure, metabolism, and genetics in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts of evolution; structure and function; information flow, storage and exchange; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems biology. Emphasizes the process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. Part II of a two-course sequence. This is a UCGS transfer course.

    Prerequisite: BIO 101  or Departmental Permission
    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Recitation and Laboratory Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 6

    Note(s): BIO 102 can be used to meet a requirement in the Uniform Certificate of General Studies.
  

  • BIO 141 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I

    - credits 4

    Presents the study of anatomy & physiology including anatomical terminology, homeostasis, histology, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous system. Part I of II. Assignments require college-level reading fluency, coherent written communication, and basic mathematical skills.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Laboratory Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 6
  

  • BIO 142 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II

    - credits 4

    Continues study of anatomy and physiology including endocrine system, blood and cardiovascular system, lymphatic system and immunity, respiratory system, urinary system, fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance, digestive system and nutrient metabolism, reproductive system, and prenatal development. Part II of II.

    Prerequisite: Completion of BIO 141  with a grade of C or better.
    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Laboratory Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 6
  

  • BIO 150 - Introductory Microbiology

    - credits 4

    Focuses on the general characteristics, cellular structure, and metabolism of microorganisms. Emphasizes microbial relationships with individual and community health. Includes impact of microbes on human health and disease, microbial pathogenicity, identifying and managing infectious diseases and controlling microbial growth, healthcare associated infections and epidemiology. Studies aseptic culturing techniques with hands-on experience in safe microbiology practices.

    Prerequisite: BIO 101   or BIO 141  
    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Recitation and Laboratory Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 6
  

  • Science & Math - Elective

    - credits 3-4

    Students, in conjunction with their advisor, should choose one additional science or math course to satisfy requirements at the intended transfer instutition. Students can select from the following courses.

    BIO 101  

    BIO 102  

    BIO 141  

    BIO 142  

    BIO 150  

    CHM 111  

    CHM 112  

    MTH 154  

    MTH 155  

    MTH 245  

    MTH 263  

    MTH 264  

    PHY 201  

    PHY 202   

    Additional science or math courses may be available for students to take through the Coastal Virginia Pact or Shared Services Distance Learning. Students should consult with their advisor to discuss these options.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3-4

Business
  

  • BUS 100 - Introduction to Business

    - credits 3

    Presents a broad introduction to the functioning of business enterprise within the U.S. economic framework. Introduces economic systems, essential elements of business organization, production, human resource management, marketing, finance, and risk management. Develops business vocabulary.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 3
  

  • BUS 111 - Principles of Supervision I

    - credits 3

    Teaches the fundamentals of supervision, including the primary responsibilities of the supervisor. Introduces factors relating to the work of supervisor and subordinates. Covers aspects of leadership, job management, work improvement, training and orientation, performance evaluation, and effective employee/ supervisor relationships.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 3
  

  • BUS 116 - Entrepreneurship

    - credits 3

    Presents the various steps considered necessary when going into business. Includes areas such as product-service analysis, market research evaluation, setting up books, ways to finance startup, operations of the business, development of business plans, buyouts versus starting from scratch, and franchising. Uses problems and cases to demonstrate implementation of these techniques.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 3
  

  • BUS 165 - Small Business Management

    - credits 3

    Identifies management concerns unique to small businesses. Introduces the requirements necessary to initiate a small business, and identifies the elements comprising a business plan. Presents information establishing financial and administrative controls, developing a marketing strategy, managing business operations, and the legal and government relationships specific to small businesses.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 3
  

  • BUS 190 - Coordinated Internship

    - credits 1

    Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. May be repeated for credit.

    Variable Hours: Yes
  

  • BUS 200 - Principles of Management

    - credits 3

    Teaches management and the management functions of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Focuses on application of management principles to realistic situations managers encounter as they attempt to achieve organizational objectives.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 3
  

  • BUS 201 - Organizational Behavior

    - credits 3

    Presents a behaviorally oriented course combining the functions of management with the psychology of leading and managing people. Focuses on the effective use of human resources through understanding human motivation and behavior patterns, conflict management and resolution, group functioning and process, the psychology of decision-making, and the importance of recognizing and managing change.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 3
  

  • BUS 205 - Human Resource Management

    - credits 3

    Introduces employment, selection, and placement of personnel, forecasting, job analysis, job descriptions, training methods and programs, employee evaluation systems, compensation, benefits, and labor relations.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 3
  

  • BUS 240 - Introduction to Business Law

    - credits 3

    Presents an introduction to the American legal system, including an overview of the courts, civil and criminal law. Develops an in-depth understanding of contracts, agency law, and business organizations. Also includes an overview of property, UCC Sales, and Commercial Paper.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 3
  

  • BUS 290 - Coordinated Internship

    - credits 3

    Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. May be repeated for credit.

    Total Hours Per Week: 6

Computer Aided Drafting and Design
  

  • CAD 201 - Computer Aided Drafting and Design I

    - credits 3

    Teaches computer-aided drafting concepts and equipment designed to develop a general understanding of components of a typical CAD system and its operation.

    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Laboratory Hour(s): 2
    Total Hours Per Week: 4

Childhood Development
  

  • CHD 118 - Language Arts for Young Children

    - credits 3

    Emphasizes the early development of children’s language and literacy skills. Presents techniques and methods for supporting all aspects of early literacy. Surveys children’s literature, and examines elements of promoting oral literacy, print awareness, phonological awareness, alphabetic principle, quality storytelling and story reading. Addresses strategies for intervention and support for exceptional children and English Language Learners.

    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Laboratory Hour(s): 2
    Total Hours Per Week: 4
  

  • CHD 119 - Introduction to Reading Methods

    - credits 3

    Focuses on promoting language and literacy skills as the foundation for emergent reading. Emphasizes phonetic awareness and alphabetic principles, print awareness and concepts, comprehension and early reading and writing. Addresses strategies for intervention and support for exceptional children and English Language Learners.

    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Laboratory Hour(s): 2
    Total Hours Per Week: 4
  

  • CHD 120 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education

    - credits 3

    Introduces early childhood development through activities and experiences in early childhood, pre- kindergarten, kindergarten, and primary programs. Investigates classroom organization and procedures, and use of classroom time and materials, approaches to education for young children, professionalism, and curricular procedures.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 3
  

  • CHD 145 - Teaching Art, Music, and Movement to Children

    - credits 3

    Focuses on children’s exploration, play, and creative expression in the areas of art, music, and movement. Emphasis will be on developing strategies for using various open-ended media representing a range of approaches in creative thinking. Addresses strategies for intervention and support for exceptional children and English Language Learners.

    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Laboratory Hour(s): 2
    Total Hours Per Week: 4
  

  • CHD 146 - Math, Science, and Social Studies for Children

    - credits 3

    Provides experiences in content, methods, and materials for the development of math, science, and social studies skills in children. Emphasis will be on developing strategies for using various resources to facilitate children’s construction of knowledge. Addresses strategies for intervention and support for children with special needs and English Language Learners.

    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Laboratory Hour(s): 2
    Total Hours Per Week: 4
  

  • CHD 165 - Observation & Participation in Early Childhood/Primary Settings

    - credits 3

    Focuses on observation as the primary method for gathering information about children in early childhood settings. Emphasizes development of skills in the implementation of a range of observation techniques. Includes 40 hours of field placement in early learning setting.

    Seminar Hour(s): 2
    Field Placement Hour(s): 2
    Total Hours Per Week: 4
  

  • CHD 166 - Infant and Toddler Programs

    - credits 3

    Examines child growth and development from birth to 36 months. Focuses on development in the physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and language domains. Emphasizes the importance of the environment and relationships for healthy brain development during the child’s first three years of life. Investigates regulatory standards for infant/toddler care giving.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
  

  • CHD 205 - Guiding the Behavior of Children

    - credits 3

    Explores the role of the early childhood educator in supporting emotional and social development of children, and in fostering a sense of community. Presents practical strategies for encouraging prosocial behavior, conflict resolution and problem solving. Emphasizes basic skills and techniques in child guidance.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
  

  • CHD 210 - Introduction to Exceptional Children

    - credits 3

    Reviews the history of and legal requirements for providing intervention and educational services for young children with special needs. Studies the characteristics of children with a diverse array of needs and developmental abilities. Explores concepts of early intervention, inclusion, guiding behavior and adapting environments to meet children’s needs.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
  

  • CHD 215 - Models of Early Childhood Education Programs

    - credits 3

    Studies and discusses the various models and theories of early childhood education programs including current trends and issues. Presents state licensing and staff requirements.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
  

  • CHD 216 - Early Childhood Programs, School, and Social Change

    - credits 3

    Explores methods of developing positive, effective relations with families to enhance their developmental goals for children. Considers culture and other diverse needs, perspectives, and abilities of families and educators. Emphasizes advocacy and public policy awareness as an important role of early childhood educators. Describes risk factors and identifies community resources.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
  

  • CHD 265 - Advanced Observation and Participation in Early Childhood/Primary Settings

    - credits 3

    Focuses on implementation of activity planning and observation of children through participation in early childhood settings. Emphasizes responsive teaching practices and assessment of children’s development. Reviews legal and ethical implications of working with children. Supports the student in creating a professional educational portfolio. Includes 40 hours of field placement in early learning setting.

     

    Seminar Hour(s): 2
    Field Placement Hour(s): 2
    Total Hours Per Week: 4

    Note(s): Students must have completed the majority of program specific courses before enrolling. Students must be eligible to work with young children according to Department of Social Services Requirements
  

  • CHD 270 - Administration of Childcare Programs

    - credits 3

    Examines the skills needed for establishing and managing early childhood programs. Emphasizes professionalism and interpersonal skills, program planning, staff selection and development, creating policies, budgeting, and developing forms for recordkeeping.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3

Chemistry
  

  • CHM 111 - College Chemistry I

    - credits 4

    Explores the fundamental laws, theories, and mathematical concepts of chemistry. Designed primarily for science and engineering majors. Requires a strong background in mathematics. Students must earn a grade of C or higher in the lecture portion of the course to earn an overall grade of C or higher. Part I of II. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.

    Prerequisite: Eligibility to enroll in EDE 11 /ENG 111 , EDE 11 /ENG 115 , or ENG 111 .
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: Eligibility to enroll in EDE 11 /ENG 111 , EDE 11 /ENG 115 , or ENG 111 .

    MDE 10  and MDE 60  

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Laboratory Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 6

    Note(s): CHM 111 can be used to meet a requirement in the Virginia Passport milestone and the Uniform Certificate of General Studies.
  

  • CHM 112 - College Chemistry II

    - credits 4

    Explores the fundamental laws, theories, and mathematical concepts of chemistry. Designed primarily for science and engineering majors. Requires a strong background in mathematics. Students must earn a grade of C or higher in the lecture portion of the course to earn an overall grade of C or higher. Part II of II. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.

    Prerequisite: CHM 111  with a grade of C or higher
    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Laboratory Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 6

    Note(s): CHM 112 can be used to meet a requirement in the Virginia Passport milestone and the Uniform Certificate of General Studies.

Communications Studies and Theatre
  

  • CST 110 - Introduction to Human Communication

    - credits 3

    Examines the elements affecting human communication in individual (e.g. intrapersonal, interpersonal), small group, and public communication contexts with an emphasis on the practice of communication skills in each context. The assignments in the course require college-level reading and analysis of scholarly studies and coherent communication through written reports including the production of at least one APA/MLA-formatted individual writing assignment. This is a UCGS transfer course. 

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Note(s): CST 110 can be used to meet a requirement in the Uniform Certificate of General Studies.
  

  • CST 126 - Interpersonal Communication

    - credits 3

    Teaches interpersonal communication skills for both daily living and the world of work, including perception, self- concept, self-disclosure, listening and feedback, nonverbal communication, attitudes, assertiveness, and other interpersonal skills. The assignments in the course require college-level reading and analysis of scholarly studies and coherent communication through written reports including the production of at least one APA/MLA-formatted individual writing assignment.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 3

Drafting
  

  • DRF 175 - Schematics and Mechanical Diagrams

    - credits 2

    Covers interpretation of basic shop drawings, conventional symbols, common electrical and electronics symbols, wiring diagrams, hydraulic and pneumatic symbols, schematic drawings, and piping diagrams.

    Lecture Hour(s): 2

Economics
  

  • ECO 120 - Survey of Economics

    - credits 3

    Presents a broad overview of economic theory, history, development, and application. Introduces terms, definitions, policies, and philosophies of market economies. Provides some comparison with other economic systems. Includes some degree of exposure to microeconomic and macroeconomic concepts. This course applies to career/technical education (CTE) programs. ECO 150 serves both transfer and CTE programs.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
  

  • ECO 150 - Economic Essentials: Theory and Application

    - credits 3

    Presents a broad overview of microeconomic and macroeconomic theory with application to current economic situations. Introduces concepts, policies, and theories in addition to models of domestic and global economies. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 3

    Note(s): ECO 150 can be used to meet a requirement in the Virginia Passport milestone and the Uniform Certificate of General Studies.
  

  • ECO 201 - Principles of Macroeconomics

    - credits 3

    Presents the fundamental macroeconomic concepts, theories, and issues including the study of scarcity and opportunity cost, supply and demand, national economic growth, inflation, recession, unemployment, fiscal and monetary policies, and international trade. Develops an appreciation of how these economic concepts apply to consumer, business, and government decisions, and their effect on the overall economy. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 3

    Note(s): ECO 201 can be used to meet a requirement in the Virginia Passport milestone and the Uniform Certificate of General Studies.
  

  • ECO 202 - Principles of Microeconomics

    - credits 3

    Presents the fundamental microeconomic concepts, theories, and issues including the study of scarcity and opportunity cost, supply and demand, elasticities, marginal revenues and costs, profits, production and distribution. Develops an appreciation of how these economic concepts apply to consumer and business decisions, and their effect on the individual. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course. 

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 3

    Note(s): ECO 202 can be used to meet a requirement in the Virginia Passport milestone and the Uniform Certificate of General Studies.

Education
  

  • EDU 200 - Introduction to Teaching As a Profession

    - credits 3

    Provides an orientation to the teaching profession in Virginia, including historical perspectives, current issues, and future trends in education on the national and state levels. Emphasizes information about teacher licensure examinations, steps to certification, teacher preparation and induction programs, and attention to critical shortage areas in Virginia.

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of 24 credits of transfer courses or departmental approval for students accepted into Virginia’s Teachers for Tomorrow program.
    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Laboratory Hour(s): 2
    Field Placement Hour(s): Includes supervised field placement (recommended: 40 clock hours) in a K-12 school.
    Total Hours Per Week: 4
  

  • EDU 235 - Health, Safety, and Nutrition Education

    - credits 3

    Focuses on the health and developmental needs of children and the methods by which these needs are met. Emphasizes positive health, hygiene, nutrition and feeding routines, childhood diseases, and safety issues. Emphasizes supporting the mental and physical well-being of children, as well as procedures for reporting child abuse.

    Lecture Hour(s): 3
    Total Hours Per Week: 3

Electrical Technology
  

  • ELE 118 - Practical Electricity

    - credits 2

    Teaches fundamentals of electricity, terminology and symbols, diagrams, the principles essential to the understanding of general practices, safety and the practical aspects of residential and non-residential wiring, electrical installation.

    Lecture Hour(s): 1
    Laboratory Hour(s): 2
    Total Hours Per Week: 3
  

  • ELE 127 - Residential Wiring Methods

    - credits 3

    Studies wiring methods and standards used for residential dwellings. Provides practical experience in design, layout, construction, and testing of residential wiring systems by use of scaled mock-ups.

    Lecture Hour(s): 2
    Laboratory Hour(s): 2
    Total Hours Per Week: 4
 

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