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Equal Opportunity
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Public Information
Equal Opportunity Policy
Durham Technical Community College is an
Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, ADA,
Section 504 Institution and does not discriminate
on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion,
national origin, or disability.
Publication Information
This Catalog and Student Handbook super-
sedes all previous catalogs. Information about
programs, fees, and regulations contained in ear-
lier issues is now out of date. The provisions of
this publication are not to be regarded as an irrev-
ocable contract between the student and Durham
Technical Community College. The college
reserves the right to make changes in the regula-
tions, courses, fees, and other matters of policy
and procedures as and when deemed necessary.
Every effort will be made to minimize the incon-
venience such changes might create for students.
August 2000
Information contained in this Catalog and
Student Handbook is current as of the publication
date above. This information, however, is subject
to change. Should there be a discrepancy between
required courses shown on a program's plan of
study and those listed in this publication, the plan
of study is considered the official document.
Table of Contents
Academic Calendar 3
Message from the President 4
General Information 5
College Mission, Purpose, and Goals 6
Accreditation and Approbation 6-7
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program 8
Admission, Fees, and Financial
Aid for Credit Programs 8
General Information 8
Admission Procedures 8
International Students 8
Admission Requirements 9
Academic Advising and Registration 11
TUition, Fees, and Parking Requirements 13-15
Financial Aid 15
Veterans Information 17
Academic Information 18
Classification of Programs of Study 18
Classification of Students 18
Plan of Study 18-19
Semester Length and Credit Hour Calculation 19
Transfer Credit 19
Grading System 19-21
Standards of Progress 21
Academic Appeals Procedure 21
Academic Recognition 22
Student-Instructor Responsibilities 22
Attendance 22
Tardiness and Early Departure 22
Academic Honesty Policy 22
Transfer to Senior Colleges and Universities 24
Educational Resources .24-25
Counseling and Student Development 26
Academic and Personal Counseling 26
Career Services 26
Disability Services 26
Student Development 26
Student Activities 27
Governance and Safety 27
Drug and Alcohol Policy 28
Sexual Harassment Policy 28
Appropriate Use of Computer Resources Policy 29
Student Grievance Procedure 30
Adult and Basic Skills Education 31
Adult Education Programs 31
English as a Second Language 32
Compensatory Education 32
Human Resources Development 32
Workplace Literacy 32
Corporate and Continuing Education Programs . . 32-33
Small Business Center 33
General Policies and Procedures 33
Programs of Study 34-68
Accounting 34
Architectural Technology 35
Associate Degree Nursing 36
Automotive Systems Technology 37
Basic Law Enforcement Training 38
Business Administration 39
Business Administration-Operations
Management Technology 40
Clinical Trials Research Associate 41
Computer Programming 42
Criminal Justice Technology .' 43
Dental Laboratory Technology 44
Early Childhood Associate 45
Electrical/Electronics Technology 46
Electronics Engineering Technology 47
Environment, Health, and Safety Technology 48
Fire Protection Technology 49
General Education 50
Health Information Technology 51
Information Systems 52
Information Systems-Network Administration
and Support 53
Machining Technology 54
Medical Office Administration 55
Occupational Therapy Assistant 56
Office Systems Technology 57
Opticianry 58
Paralegal Technology 59
Pharmacy Technology 60
Phlebotomy 6l
Practical Nursing 62
Real Estate 63
Real Estate Appraisal 63
Respiratory Care 64
Surgical Technology 65
Teacher Associate 66
University Transfer 67-68
Course Descriptions 69-120
Trustees and College Personnel 121
Adjunct Faculty 125
Transcript Request Forms 126
Application for Curriculum Program 127-128
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Academic
Calendar
Fall Semester 2000
Monday, August 14
Friday, August 18
Monday, August 21
Monday, September 4
Monday, October 16
Tuesday, October 17
Wednesday, October 18
Wednesday, November 22
Thursday & Friday,
November 23 & 24
Friday, December 15
Saturday, December 16
Monday, December 18
All faculty return
Weekend College classes begin
Classes begin
Labor Day holiday (classes end at 5 p.m. Friday, Sept.
First Mini-Session ends
Faculty work day
Second Mini-Session begins
College closed — Fall break
Thanksgiving holiday
Regular classes end
Weekend College classes end
All grades due
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Wednesday, December 20, through Monday, January 1: College closed for winter holiday
Spring Semester 2001
Tuesday, January 2
Monday, January 8
Friday, January 12
Monday, January 15
Monday, March 5
Tuesday, March 6
Wednesday-Friday, March 7-9
Monday, March 12
Tuesday-Thursday, April 10-12
Friday, April 13-Monday, April 16
Friday, May 11
Saturday, May 12
Tuesday, May 15
Tuesday, May 15
Faculty and staff return
Regular classes begin
Weekend College classes begin
Martin Luther King, Jr., holiday
First Mini-Session ends
Faculty work day
Inclement weather/Faculty work days
Second Mini-Session begins
College closed — Spring break
Spring holidays
Regular classes end
Weekend College classes end
All grades due
Commencement (tentative)
Summer Term 2001 (10 weeks)
Monday, May 21
Monday, May 28
Wednesday, July 4
Tuesday, July 31
Thursday, August 2
Classes begin
Memorial Day holiday
Independence Day holiday
Classes end
All grades due
Academic Calendar for Fall 2001 through Summer 2002 available from the Admissions
Office after November 1, 2000.
Message
from the
President
Durham Technical Community College has come a long way since opening its doors in 1961 as
the Durham Industrial Education Center. We have changed greatly in size, in student population,
and in the array of educational offerings we make available at an affordable cost. Our mission also
has changed over the decades — in response to the needs of Triangle employers and residents in
the college's designated service area of Durham and Orange counties. The new millennium brings
new challenges for the college in meeting the training and educational needs of a growing global
market and an increasingly competitive workplace. More than ever before, we are seeing the need
for lifelong learning to add new skills, update knowledge, and prepare for the role of global citizen.
Just as quality education is based on high goals for student performance, community colleges
in the North Carolina Community College System are being asked to meet performance standards
as indicators of our success. Institutional performance standards will be monitored in the following
areas: progress of basic skills students, performance of university transfer students at UNC System
institutions, passing rates on state licensure/certification exams, passing rates of students in
developmental courses, success rates of developmental students in subsequent college-level courses,
program enrollment, satisfaction of former students, goal completion of graduates, curriculum
student progress and success, employer satisfaction with graduates, employment status of graduates,
and client satisfaction with customized training.
Durham Tech faculty and staff welcome the opportunity to continue our focus on quality by
setting, achieving, and reporting performance standards. The success of our college has always been
the product of focusing on quality instruction — long before lawmakers determined and set
performance standards for community colleges. Durham Tech instructors have long focused on
competency-based instruction to ensure that students learn the necessary skills and gain the critical
knowledge needed to succeed in the workplace. College officials have always worked hard to develop
and closely monitor articulation agreements between Durham Tech and universities to enable
students to transfer to four-year institutions easily and complete a four-year degree. Our graduates
have enjoyed notable success in classrooms of higher education as well in workplaces in the area,
state, nation, and world.
I invite you to look closer at this Catalog and Student Handbook for all that Durham Tech has
to offer. We want to be your college of choice — whether it is for your first degree, for advanced
technical training, for getting started on a four-year degree, or for the lifelong education now
needed to succeed in our quickly changing world. We are here to assist you in attaining your
personal and professional goals.
Phail Wynn, Jr., Ed.D., M.B.A.
President, Durham Technical
Community College
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North Carolina
Community College System
The community college system was created
by legislation passed by the 1963 General
Assembly of North Carolina. The legislation
provided that the system of community colleges
and technical institutes would be administered by
a Department of Community Colleges under the
State Board of Education. In January 1981,
supervision of the community college system
became the responsibility of the State Board of
Community Colleges.
The community college system in North
Carolina provides educational experiences for
those people who are 18 years or older, whether
or not they are high school graduates. The
educational opportunities range from instruction
in basic literacy skills to college-level courses,
including general education and occupational,
technical, and university transfer programs.
These opportunities are available to all adults
who wish to learn and who can profit from
instruction provided.
In 1964, Dr. Dallas Herring, former chair of
the State Board of Education, developed a state-
ment of philosophy for North Carolina communi-
ty colleges, which is published in the Department
of Community Colleges Policy Manual. Dr.
Herring stated:
"The only valid philosophy for North
Carolina is the philosophy of total education: a
belief in the incomparable worth of all human
beings, whose claims upon the state are equal
before the law and equal before the bar of
public opinion, whose talents (however great
or however limited or however different from
the traditional) the state needs and must
develop to the fullest possible degree.
That is why the doors to the institutions in
North Carolina's system of community colleges
must never be closed to anyone of suitable age
who can learn what they teach.
We must take the people where they are
and carry them as far as they can go within
the assigned function of the system.
If they cannot read, then we will simply
teach them to read and make them proud of
their achievement.
If they did not finish high school but have
a mind to do it, then we will offer them a high
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school education at a time and in a place
convenient to them and at a price within their
reach.
If their talent is technical or vocational,
then we simply offer them instruction, whatev-
er the field, however complex or however sim-
ple, that will provide them with the knowledge
and the skill they can sell in the marketplace
of our state, and thereby contribute to its
scientific and industrial growth.
If their needs are in the great tradition of
liberal education, then we will simply provide
them the instruction extending through two
years of standard college work which will
enable them to go on to the university or to the
senior college, and on into life, in numbers
unheard of in North Carolina.
If their needs are for cultural advance-
ment, intellectual growth, or civic under-
standing, then we will simply make available
to them the wisdom of the ages and the enlight-
enment of our times and help them on to
maturity. "
Durham Technical Community College
Durham Technical Community College is
a charter member of the North Carolina
Community College System. When the North
Carolina General Assembly authorized a small
appropriation to establish a limited number of
area schools to be known as industrial education
centers in 1957, Durham already had a vigorous
program in adult education through the
Vocational and Adult Education Department of
the Durham City Schools. A Practical Nursing
program had been established in 1948; other pro-
grams included training in mechanical drafting,
architectural drafting, and electronics technology.
In addition, literacy skills training was offered for
adults. Courses to upgrade the skills of workers
were also offered in a variety of trades.
As a result of the General Assembly's appro-
priation, a challenge went out from the State
Board of Education to the various school admin-
istrative units in North Carolina to establish sepa-
rate education facilities which would provide for
the educational needs of the area's adult popula-
tion. A comprehensive curriculum was devised for
people needing the education and technical skills
required to advance satisfactorily in their careers.
Through action by the Durham City Board
of Education, Durham was among the first of six
counties in North Carolina to meet the State
Board of Education's challenge. In a successful
referendum in June 1958, Durham County
residents made $500,000 available to purchase a
site and erect the initial building. The Durham
Industrial Education Center officially opened its
doors on September 5, 1961. The institution
continued to operate as an Industrial Education
Center until February 4, 1965, when the State
Board of Education officially designated that
henceforth it be properly identified as a technical
institute. On March 30, 1965, the Board of
Trustees authorized changing the name of the
institution to Durham Technical Institute. On
July 15, 1986, the North Carolina General
Assembly approved Durham Tech's request to add
a university transfer program to its curriculum
offerings. During a meeting on July 22, 1986, the
Board of Trustees authorized the institution to
change its name to Durham Technical
Community College.
Mission and Purpose
The primary mission and purpose of
Durham Technical Community College is to
provide postsecondary education that prepares
students for careers in vocational and technical
fields, the first two years of a baccalaureate degree
to prepare students for professional careers, basic
skills and general education programs that enable
students to live productive lives, and skills devel-
opment courses that meet workforce training
needs of the residents and employers of Durham
and Orange counties. The college seeks to inspire
an active desire for lifelong learning and knowl-
edge that will serve them well in the global work-
place. Financially and geographically, Durham
Tech provides an educational opportunity not
otherwise available to area adults.
As a community-based institution, Durham
Technical Community College provides education-
al opportunities for area residents and uses state
and local resources for students' learning activi-
ties. Community service is a continuing focus for
the college's programs and activities.
As a student-centered organization, Durham
Tech employs an "open door with guided place-
ment" policy to provide students a full range of
educational opportunities while maximizing their
chances of success. Specifically, Durham Tech
attempts to accept individuals wherever they are
educationally and strives to provide them with
opportunities to pursue educational programs
and services that assist them in clarifying and
attaining their career goals.
With its mission expanded in 1986, Durham
Technical Community College seeks to fulfill the
following objectives:
• To offer adults in the community the full
range of educational programs and services
that provide for basic skills improvement, high
school completion, workplace entry and
advancement, academic opportunities, knowl-
edge for the global workplace, and personal
growth;
• To offer postsecondary technical education
that develops the entry-level skills and knowl-
edge required for students' successful employ-
ment as qualified technicians and skilled
craftspersons;
• To offer educational and training oppor-
tunities that enhance and upgrade workers'
skills necessary to meet the challenges of a
changing workplace;
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• To offer a two-year course of study in the
liberal arts and sciences that may be used as
the first and second years of a baccalaureate
• To offer training that addresses the needs
of new, expanding, and existing industry in
Durham and Orange counties;
• To offer instruction that is of the highest
quality and provides accessible, student-cen-
tered educational services within a supportive
learning environment; and
• To provide appropriate community service
programs that promote cultural enrichment
and foster a sense of civic responsibility.
Goals
Durham Technical Community College's
stated goals are as follows:
1. Ensure that all graduates demonstrate mastery
of critical competencies as stated for each program;
2. Promote learning through the full range of
instructional methods;
3. Foster the development of a well-prepared and
professional faculty and staff;
4. Serve residents of Durham and Orange
counties with educational programs that meet
their needs and are consistent with the college's
mission and purpose;
5. Instill in students a commitment to lifelong
learning;
6. Participate as an active partner in the
educational community;
7. Engage in continuous improvement to
promote a flexible, responsive, and dynamic
institution focused on teaching and learning;
8. Implement and utilize appropriate technology
that enhances efficiency and effectiveness of
instruction and support services;
9. Assist in workforce development by actively
seeking training partnerships that respond to
employer needs and meet service area demands;
10. Encourage students and employees
to assume active roles in the college, in the
community, and in the global workplace.
Accreditation
Durham Technical Community College is
accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
(1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-
4097; telephone number, 404-679-4501) to award
associate's degrees. The college is a member of
the American Association of Community Colleges,
and the following programs are accredited by
national associations: the Dental Laboratory
Technology program is accredited by the
Commission on Dental Accreditation of the
American Dental Association; the Occupational
Therapy Assistant program is accredited by the
Accreditation Committee for Occupational
Therapy Education; the Opticianry program is
accredited by the Commission on Opticianry
Accreditation; and the Respiratory Care program
is accredited by the Committee on Accreditation
for Respiratory Care. In addition, the Pharmacy
Technology program is accredited by the
American Society of Health-System Pharmacists.
The Surgical Technology program holds
provisional accreditation from the Commission
on Accreditation of Allied Health Education
Programs.
Approbation
Durham Technical Community College is
approved by and a member of the North Carolina
System of Community Colleges. The following
programs are approved by state agencies: the
Opticianry program is approved by the North
Carolina State Board of Opticians; the Nursing
Assistant I program is approved by the North
Carolina Division for Facilities Services; the
Practical Nursing and Associate Degree Nursing
programs are approved by the North Carolina
Board of Nursing; real estate courses are approved
by the North Carolina Real Estate Commission;
insurance pre-licensing courses are approved by
the North Carolina Department of Insurance; and
the Basic Law Enforcement Training program is
approved by the North Carolina Department of
Justice. The Phlebotomy program is approved by
the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical
Laboratory Sciences.
Governance
The statutes of the State of North Carolina
provide for the organization and administration
of a community college system under the direc-
tion of the State Board of Community Colleges.
The 20-member board has full authority to adopt
all policies, regulations, and standards it deems
necessary for the operation of the system.
Members of the State Board are appointed by the
Governor and the General Assembly. The State
Board has three major functions: equitable distri-
bution of funds and fiscal accountability; estab-
lishing and maintaining state priorities; and edu-
cational program approval and accountability.
Durham Technical Community College is
governed by a 12-member Board of Trustees. Four
members of the Board are appointed by the
Governor, four are appointed by the Durham
County Board of Commissioners, and four are
appointed by the Durham Public Schools Board
of Education. Trustees serve four-year terms and
set local policy for the college.
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Durham Technical Community College
operates under an "open door with guided place-
ment" policy. Admission to the college's curricu-
lum programs is open to all students with a high
school diploma or its equivalent.
Durham Tech offers programs of study lead-
ing to a degree, diploma, or certificate in areas of
business, health, general education, industrial
and engineering technologies, and public service.
In addition, the college offers the Associate in Arts
and Associate in Science degrees through the
University Transfer program and the Associate in
General Education. High school graduation or
high school equivalency is required for admission
to all curriculum programs.
The admission process requires the initial
application, transcripts of secondary and postsec-
ondary work, and placement tests. (A counseling
conference is optional.) Health examinations,
reference forms, and other documents may also
be required to participate in clinical or practical
training courses in certain programs. All admis-
sion documents become the property of the
college and are not to be copied for release to
students or third parties.
In many programs, students not seeking a
certificate, diploma, or degree may enroll as a
special student in courses without applying for
admission.
Placement in certain programs is limited,
and the college emphasizes career guidance.
Through counseling conferences held before
admission, applicants may obtain assistance in
setting realistic goals. Counselors use applicants'
educational achievements and placement test
results to assess their potential for success in
specific instructional programs. Admission to
some programs may require developmental,
prepara-tory, or prerequisite courses.
Durham Tech reserves the right to refuse
admission to an applicant if it appears that this
action is in the best interest of the college and/or
the applicant.
Although potential students may apply any
time, applicants are encouraged to complete
the admission process as early as possible. High
school students should apply early in their senior
year.
Write or phone the Admissions office to
obtain application forms and detailed informa-
tion about instructional programs or to set up
an appointment to talk with a counselor.
Call or write:
Admissions Office
Durham Technical Community College
1637 Lawson Street
Durham, North Carolina 27703-5023
(919) 686-3333
The Admissions office is open from 8 a.m. to
6 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and from 8
a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays. Counselors may be seen
at other times by appointment. An advisor is also
available to assist international students (for
more information about international students
in this publication see Index for page number).
Retired and Senior Volunteer
(RSVP) Program
The Retired and Senior Volunteer (RSVP)
Program is a special feature of the college's
community service effort. Officially sponsored by
Durham Tech, RSVP provides retirees 55 years of
age and older exciting opportunities for personal
development and satisfaction through various
volunteer activities. Each year, more than 350
retired and senior volunteers contribute over
40,000 hours of service to area non-profit and
public agencies through RSVP.
Admission Procedures
Application
Applicants to credit programs should submit
a completed application to the Admissions office
for the semester in which they wish to enroll. All
admission requirements should be completed no
later than 10 working days before the registration
date. Early application is recommended to allow
adequate processing time and to increase the .
likelihood of entry into programs with limited
enrollment.
Late Applicants
Students applying for a program too late to
secure all the required supporting documents
before the admission deadline may take courses
as special students, on a limited basis, in
business, university transfer, general education,
industrial and engineering, and public service
programs (for more information about special
students in this publication see Index for page
number).
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Admission to a credit program requires a
transcript from a high school, an adult high
school diploma program, or a general education
equivalency certificate program. This must be
an official, final transcript showing the date of
graduation or program completion. Students
who have completed an associate's or bachelor's
degree may substitute their official college tran-
script, showing the graduation date, in place of
their high school transcript. Students desiring
transfer credit must request official transcripts
Admission, Fees, &
Financial Aid for
Credit Programs
from postsecondary institutions they have attend-
ed. In addition, students applying for veterans
benefits must have all transcripts on file in order
to be certified for benefits.
All transcripts and forms required for admis-
sion become the property of Durham Technical
Community College and are not to be released to
students.
Applicants who have earned the high school
equivalency diploma in North Carolina should
ask to have a transcript certifying high school
equivalency sent to the Admissions office. Write:
State GED Administrator
Department of Community Colleges
200 W. Jones Street
Raleigh, North Carolina 27603-1337
Academic Assessment/Course
Placement
Applicants for most programs may be
required to take a series of placement examina-
tions. Test results are used in helping students
assess their current academic skills in relation to
their interests and desires. This information pro-
vides a basis for placing students in appropriate
courses.
Applicants may receive a testing schedule
when they submit their applications. Applicants
who need individualized testing should discuss
their situation with an admissions counselor
before testing.
Counseling Conference
After applicants complete initial admission
requirements and placement tests, they may
request a counseling conference. This conference
offers an opportunity for applicants to discuss and
analyze their proposed curriculum choice in rela-
tion to educational preparation, test scores,
health factors, work experience, interests, and
career objectives.
International Students
An advisor for students who are not U.S.
citizens is available in the Admissions office to
help with enrollment. The international student
advisor also issues student immigration forms
and assists with student immigration issues.
According to PL. 87-195, Durham
Technical Community College is authorized
under federal law to enroll nonimmigrant
alien students. Students enrolling under this
classification are treated as nonresidents with
respect to tuition and fees, and they cannot be
classified as residents.
All students applying for student visas must
come to the campus for personal interviews and
placement testing before they can be accepted
and before the international student advisor can
issue the Certificate of Eligibility (1-20). Tests
cannot be mailed outside the United States to
prospective international students. International
students are also required to submit official trans-
lations of documents demonstrating previous
education equivalent to high school graduation
and to college-level course work for evaluation of
transfer credit.
All students applying for student visas must
also submit evidence of financial resources ade-
quate to support themselves throughout their
educational program, including funds for inter-
national student insurance coverage. Durham
Technical Community College has no financial
assistance available to satisfy tuition costs for stu-
dents on student visas.
Permanent resident aliens are subject to the
same considerations as citizens and may establish
North Carolina residency in the same manner as
other nonresidents. These students are required to
present documentation of their status to the inter-
national student advisor before being admitted to
a curriculum program.
Students who have questions or need assis-
tance with immigration matters are encouraged
to contact the International Student Advisor in
the Admissions office as early as possible before
their planned enrollment.
Developmental Studies
The Developmental Studies program pro-
vides an "open door" for admission to Durham
Tech for students who find themselves underpre-
pared for college-level work. Developmental
Studies, a preparatory program in academic
skills, helps students enter their chosen curricu-
lum with a good probability of success.
Students who apply for two-year arts,
science, or technical degrees; one-year diploma
programs; and some certificate programs are
required to take placement tests in reading,
mathematics, and writing. Any applicant whose
placement test scores fall below the required
minimum established by the college must take
the indicated Developmental Studies course work.
These courses must be taken before, or in some
cases concurrently with, designated curriculum
courses.
Developmental Studies courses are open to
all students with a high school diploma or its
equivalent who wish to upgrade their basic skills.
These courses provide opportunities for improve-
ment in the areas of English grammar and com-
position, mathematics, sciences, computer appli-
cations, and reading as well as enrichment in
study skills and personal and career development.
These courses are designed to provide Durham
Tech students with the ability to build a firm
academic foundation for success in college and
beyond.
Admission Requirements
The basic requirement for admission to any
curriculum program is a high school diploma or
its equivalent. Placement testing is required for
most programs. Students who are not United
States citizens should refer to the International
Students Section (see Index for page number).
Some curriculum programs have limited
capacity, and prospective students are encouraged
to apply early. Some of these limited-enrollment
programs may have waiting lists for courses in
the curriculum. Students on the waiting list may
take the general education courses required in
the program, subject to an advisor's approval.
Due to their specialized nature, the follow-
ing programs have additional requirements:
Allied Health: Associate Degree Nursing,
Clinical Trials Research Associate,
Occupational Therapy Assistant, Opticianry,
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Pharmacy Technology, Phlebotomy, Practical
Nursing, Respiratory Care, and Surgical
Technology
Preparatory or Developmental Studies cours-
es may be required before admission to one of
these programs is granted.
Applicants for the Associate Degree Nursing,
Clinical Trials Research Associate, Occupational
Therapy Assistant, and Respiratory Care programs
must document successful completion of general
biology and general chemistry courses at the high
school or college level. These courses must have
been completed within the past five years.
To be eligible to enroll in clinical courses,
students in the Associate Degree Nursing, Clinical
Trials Research Associate, Occupational Therapy
Assistant, Phannacy Technology, Phlebotomy,
Practical Nursing, Respiratory Care, and Surgical
Technology programs must complete physical
examinations and must submit a required med-
ical form.
Students in allied health programs must
submit documentation of the immunizations
required by their specific program, and they must
comply with Durham Tech's hepatitis B protocol
as it applies to the program. Applicants must also
sign a clinical form signifying that they under-
stand and agree with the rules and regulations of
hospital training facilities.
Dental Laboratory Technology
Because the Dental Laboratory Technology
program requires eye-hand coordination and
manual dexterity, all applicants must take a wax-
carving test.
Criminal Justice Technology, Early Childhood
Associate, Fire Protection Technology, and
Teacher Associate
Applicants for these programs will be asked
to read and sign a form acknowledging they
understand the requirements of these career
fields. Applicants for the Early Childhood
program and the Teacher Associate program
must complete physical examinations and must
submit a required medical form to enroll in
practical training courses.
Early Childhood, Occupational Therapy
Assistant, Pharmacy Technology, Respiratory
Care, Surgical Technology, and Teacher
Associate
Applicants for these programs are required to
submit a criminal records check form before par-
ticipating in clinical or practical training courses.
The clinical affiliates for these programs reserve
the right to deny access to their facilities based
upon the results of these criminal records checks.
Acceptance
Applicants are notified in writing of their
acceptance into a program of study. This accept-
ance is valid for one academic year which begins
with the fall semester and ends with the summer'
semester. If accepted students do not enroll for the
semester in which they are accepted or if they do
not enroll for three consecutive semesters, they
must contact the Admissions office to determine
if readmission is necessary. Readmission may be
required if the student discontinues enrollment in
the sequential courses of allied health programs.
In this case, the student must consult the pro-
gram director to prepare a plan for re-entering
the course sequence.
Transfer Credit
Transfer students applying for admission to
Durham Technical Community College must
meet all admissions requirements for their cho-
sen program. However, some programs may waive
placement testing if the applicant has previously
completed college-level math or English courses.
Students should consult an admissions counselor
about transfer admission and transfer credit
before taking placement tests or enrolling in
courses.
For accepted students, Durham Tech evalu-
ates transfer credit for equivalent courses with the
grade of C or better from member institutions of
the North Carolina Community College System
and other postsecondary institutions accredited by
a regional accrediting association. Transfer credit
may also be granted for certain general education
courses not offered by Durham Tech.
Applicants who have been enrolled in any
postsecondary institution are required to submit
official transcripts of previous academic work to
Durham Tech's Admissions office if they desire an
evaluation of transfer credit. When granting
transfer credit is in question, the student may be
asked for supporting documentation such as a
course description or course syllabus.
To be eligible for graduation, a student
transferring from another institution must com-
plete at least one-fourth of the total credit hours
required and at least 9 of the last 18 hours
completed while enrolled at Durham Technical
Community College. Credit transferred from
another institution is not used in calculating the
student's grade point average for academic
progress and graduation.
When a student changes from one program
of study to another within Durham Tech, all aca-
demic requirements, including the grading poli-
cies of the new program, must be met for gradua-
tion. Upon acceptance into the new program, all
courses which are commonly required by more
than one program may be transferred with the
same grade the student originally received.
Students admitted to a new program of study
may choose to transfer or repeat these courses.
Professional or Occupational
Certification
In certain cases, Durham Tech will award
credit to students enrolled in curriculum pro-
grams who have demonstrated competencies in
appropriate areas through the completion of mil-
itary training programs or professional or occu-
pational certification programs. The amount of
credit awarded in such cases is established by the
faculty in the subject area in which the credit will
be awarded. Such credit is awarded only in areas
which coincide with the college's regular curricu-
lum offerings and are appropriate to the student's
educational goals.
The decision concerning whether credit will
be awarded is based on documentation which
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demonstrates academic comparability to credit
earned by traditional means. The Admissions office
maintains a listing of professional certification
activities which have been approved for credit, the
courses for which credit may be awarded, and the
amount of credit to be awarded. The college uses
publications from the American Council on
Education as guides for evaluating military credit.
To receive credit for certification of profes-
sional, occupational, or military training pro-
grams, the student must submit documentation
showing completion of such programs to the
Admissions office. The maximum credit awarded
must not exceed 25 percent of the total amount
of credit required for graduation from the pro-
gram in which the student is enrolled. Such cred-
it may not be transferable to another program
within the college or transferable from Durham
Tech to other colleges or universities.
Changing Curriculum Programs
Students who want to change their program
of study must apply to the Admissions office and
meet all admission requirements of the new pro-
gram. Students should discuss program changes
with the career counseling staff to make sure
their program choice will meet their needs.
Readmission
Acceptance into a Durham Tech curriculum
program is valid for one academic year which
begins with the fall semester and ends with the
summer semester. Students who had been admit-
ted to Durham Tech but did not enroll for the
accepted semester, or who withdraw for one or
more semesters, should always consult the
Admissions office before reenrolling to find out if
official readmission is necessary.
Eligibility for readmission depends on indi-
vidual circumstances and the requirements of the
specific curriculum program. In general, a stu-
dent is eligible to return when an appropriate
course schedule can be arranged. Readmission in
limited-enrollment programs is offered on a
space-available basis. Certain programs may also
require students to complete individual readmis-
sion plans. Readmitted students must complete
the admission requirements and the program's
graduation requirements in effect at the time of
readmission.
Special Students
In certain programs, a student interested in
taking only a limited number of courses may
enroll as a special student. During registration,
advisors are available to help special students
complete paperwork for registration.
Special students are not eligible for course
substitution, credit by examination, financial aid,
or veterans benefits; and they do not qualify for
academic recognition (President's List or Dean's
List). Documentation of prior course work or
testing is required to enroll in courses with
prerequisites.
Special students who intend to complete a
program of study at Durham Tech should apply
for admission as early as possible. Special stu-
dents applying for admission must meet current
admission requirements and will be accepted
under the plan of study in effect for the program
at the time of acceptance.
Visiting Students
Students currently enrolled in another col-
lege may take university transferable courses at
Durham Tech to transfer to their home college.
They may do so by providing specific written per-
mission from the academic dean of their home
college and the appropriate academic dean or
program director at Durham Tech. Visiting stu-
dents who take courses at Durham Tech are oth-
erwise treated as special students (see previous
section).
Tech Prep and Concurrent Enrollment
Durham Tech is supportive of the Tech Prep
Associate Degree initiative. The college has
entered into Tech Prep agreements with the pub-
lic school systems in Durham and Orange coun-
ties. These agreements encourage interested high
school students who have progressed beyond the
normal high school curriculum to take college-
level course work at Durham Tech. Tuition costs
may be waived.
High school students at least 16 years of age
may enroll in courses if official written permis-
sion is obtained from their school system. The
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principal must certify that the student is taking
at least three high school courses and is making
appropriate progress toward graduation. In the
case of courses taken in the summer, the princi-
pal must certify that the student took at least
three high school courses during the preceding
year and made appropriate progress toward grad-
uation. The high school will determine available
hours and courses to be taken by the student.
Academic Advising
and Registration
Advising
Students accepted into a program of study
have the opportunity to meet with academic advi-
sors both in their program of study and in sched-
uled advising sessions during the registration
period. Advisors provide information related to
program content, course content and prerequisite
requirements, graduation requirements, tele-
phone registration options, and general informa-
tion. Advisors assist in course planning and
scheduling and also make referrals for personal
counseling, financial aid counseling, or
academic tutoring.
All students are required to meet with an
academic advisor prior to registration or during
the registration period. The purpose of this meet-
ing is to ensure that course selection is appropri-
ate for the student's educational goals and skill
levels.
Registration
Semester class schedules are available in the
Registration office and the Advising Center. Each
semester, returning students admitted to a pro-
gram may register early or use telephone registra-
tion. To register for courses, all students must
receive approval from an academic advisor, have
their course selections recorded by the Registra-
tion office, and pay their tuition and fees to the
Business office. Formally accepted program stu-
dents may also ask their advisor for a Personal
Identification Number (PIN) to use in telephone
registration. Special students may also receive a
Personal Identification Number to register by
telephone for a course or two not requiring pre-
requisites or placement testing. Students receiving
veterans educational benefits must also receive
approval from the Veterans Affairs office before
they pay tuition and fees.
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Credit Programs
Changes of Schedule
To change their class schedules, students
may obtain drop/add forms from the Registration
office, Advising Center, or their advisor. Students
may not add classes to their class schedules or
change sections after the last day of drop/add. All
class schedule changes must be approved by an
advisor.
Grade Reports
Grade reports are mailed at the end of each
semester. The report includes the semester hour
credits earned and the grade point average for the
semester.
Students who do not want their social secu-
rity number used as a student identification
number in the posting of grades should contact
the associate dean of Admissions, Registration,
and Financial Aid upon enrolling or registering
to request an assigned number.
Requirements for Graduation
To be eligible for graduation, students must
complete all courses and credit hours required in
the plan of study under which they were admitted
with a minimum grade point average of 2.0 (C).
In addition, specified programs may require a
grade of no less than C in some courses as desig-
nated in the appropriate program handbook.
Every academic year, each curriculum pro-
gram publicizes a plan of study for students
admitted in that specific year. A student who
applies for readmission is accepted under the
plan of study in effect at the time of readmission,
not under the plan of study in effect at the time of
the original admission. Students who change
their curriculum program are also admitted to
the new program under the current year's plan of
study.
Students should apply for their degree,
diploma, or certificate one semester before their
anticipated date of graduation. For example,
students should apply for graduation when they
register for fall semester if they plan to graduate
at the end of spring semester. Students must
apply for graduation in order to have completion
information recorded on their transcripts.
Candidates applying for graduation current-
ly pay a $10 graduation fee to cover the cost of
the diploma and cover. This fee is subject to
change. No refunds are possible after the
diplomas have been ordered. Students who wish ,
to participate in the annual commencement
exercises may purchase caps and gowns through
the Counseling and Student Development office.
Transcripts
The Student Records office issues Durham
Tech transcripts. Students may come to the office
and complete a transcript release form; or they
may write a letter or send a fax of their request to
Student Records at (919) 686-3669 stating the
name or names under which they attended the
college, their social security number, the years
they attended, and where the transcript should be
sent. Telephone requests are not accepted.
Students must pay a charge of $1 for each
official transcript, but there is no charge for an
"issued to student" copy. Adult High School
graduates may request official transcripts at no
charge. All students must provide a picture
identification to pick up a transcript.
Transcripts from other schools and other
documents or forms that Durham Tech has on
file are not released, copied, or returned to the
student.
Students are not eligible to receive a tran-
script if they have any outstanding debts to the
college or if they have failed to make any
required payment.
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Student Records
The college follows the guidelines for
retention and disposal of records as published by
the North Carolina Community College System.
Back-up copies of the permanent records are
stored on computer tape, and other student
records (high school and college transcripts,
acceptance, and graduation information) are
microfilmed. These records are available in
the Student Records office to requesters with
appropriate identification.
The permanent record includes all informa-
tion on the student's transcript: name, address,
social security number, sex, date of birth, major,
dates enrolled, grades, credit hours earned, grade
point average, and graduation information.
Student Withdrawals, Faculty Drops,
and Class Absences
Students withdrawing from the college must
officially withdraw through the Admissions and
Registration Department. Students may officially
withdraw from one or all courses during the des- '
ignated withdrawal days of each semester without
the enrollment being shown on the transcript.
After the close of the drop/add period and prior to
the 60 percent date in the semester, students may
officially withdraw from one or all courses with a
grade of W. Students may be dropped at the dis-
cretion of the instructor for lack of attendance
and receive a grade of W or F depending upon
the instructor's policy. Failure on the part of the
student to withdraw officially from a course could
result in a grade of F. Therefore, all students
should refer to the instructor's attendance policy
included on the course syllabus, and students
with questions or concerns should consult with
their instructor.
To initiate an official withdrawal, a student
should obtain a drop form from the Registration
office, take it to the instructor for signature, and
then submit the drop form to the Registration
office. Students making registration changes may
be eligible for a refund. The college refund policy
is described in this publication (see Index for
page number).
For an official withdrawal after the 60 per-
cent day, a grade of W may be assigned only if the
student presents documentation of extenuating
circumstances to the instructor. If the student is
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unable to appear in person to withdraw, a written
notice that includes the reason for a drop along
with the documentation must be sent to the stu-
dent's instructor.
The last date for students to withdraw with a
refund and the last date to initiate a withdrawal
with a grade of W will be published in the class
schedule. During the traditional l6-week fall and
spring semesters, the 60 percent date will ordinar-
ily be near the end of the tenth week of class; for
a 10-week semester, near the end of the sixth
week; and for an 8-week term, near the end of the
fifth week. For irregular length courses, the last
day students may withdraw with a grade of W will
be publicized by the instructor.
Absences are calculated from the first class
meeting with no excused absences. When class
absences total 15 percent of the instructional
hours of the course (or 10 percent for Develop-
mental Studies courses), the instructor at his or
her own discretion may drop the student with a
grade of W. However, for veterans and Pell Grant
recipients who are no longer in attendance, feder-
al regulations require that non-attendance be
reported by the faculty throughout the entire term
and that non-attendance for first-time Durham
Tech students who are Pell Grant recipients will
be reported by the faculty through 60 percent of
the instructional hours.
In certain Health Technologies programs, if
the student exceeds the 15 percent absence limit
after the 60 percent date, penalty points may be
imposed when the student is required to fulfill
licensure certification or program accreditation
requirements.
Absences are calculated from the first class
meeting, not from the student's first attendance
date. Hence, students registering late may have
already accumulated part of the absence limit
which varies according to the contact hours of
class.
A student who has withdrawn or is dropped
may request reinstatement subject to the approval
of and conditions set by the instructor. To be rein-
stated, the student must have been in good aca-
demic standing and must provide the instructor
with evidence that the extenuating circumstances
which necessitated the withdrawal or drop will no
longer be a problem.
Registration Changes (Drop/Add)
Any changes in registration must be
approved by an academic advisor. Course changes
approved by an advisor must be shown on a
Registration Change Notice form with the advi-
sor's signature. Students may obtain this form
from the Registration office or from their advisor.
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Courses may be added, changed, or dropped
only during the designated drop/add days of each
semester. Students may drop courses during
the drop/add days of each semester with the
enrollment not being shown on the transcript.
Students making registration changes may
be eligible for a refund. Durham Tech's refund
policy is described in this publication (see Index
for page number).
Family Educational Rights and
Privacy Act
In compliance with the Family Educational
Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 as Amended,
Durham Technical Community College may
release "directory information" from student
educational records without the student's written
consent. Directory information at Durham Tech
includes the student's name; program of study;
dates of enrollment; credit hours earned; degrees,
diplomas, or certificates awarded; release of aca-
demic recognition to newspapers; and participa-
tion in officially recognized activities. Students'
addresses, phone numbers, and class schedules
are not released to non-college officials.
Directory information may be published or
made available without the student's consent.
However, any student who prefers that such infor-
mation not be released may request this by writ-
ing to the associate dean of Admissions,
Registration, and Financial Aid. This written
request must be made during the first two weeks
of the student's initial enrollment and is valid for
one year.
Students may ask to see their education
records in accordance with the Family
Educational Rights and Privacy Act. Students
may challenge the contents of the records by
making a written request to the associate dean of
Admissions, Registration, and Financial Aid.
Consumer Information on Graduation
Rates and Crime Statistics
Consumer information about graduation
rates and on-campus crime statistics is available
in the Admissions office, the library, and the
Security office.
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Tuition, Fees, and
Parking Requirements
Tuition and Fees
for Curriculum Students
.All tuition and fees are due and payable at
the Business office on the official days of registra-
tion. If registering by telephone, students will be
billed by the Business office. Students may pay by
cash, check, money order, or credit card (VISA or
MasterCard). Partial payments or credits are not
accepted.
No portion of a check made payable to
Durham Tech will be given to a student except at
the written request of the person making the
remittance, and the written request must be
mailed directly to the college's business manager.
Tuition for Dual Enrollment
If a student desires to enroll at Durham Tech
and another college in the North Carolina
Community College System for the same semes-
ter, the total amount of tuition and fees may be
paid to the student's home college. Home college
is defined as the college at which the student ini-
tially registers for classes. The home college
assumes responsibility for arranging with the
other college for enrolling the student in appro-
priate courses without further charge. This
arrangement shall be made by an exchange of
letters between the colleges involved.
Tuition Fee Basis
North Carolina law (General Statute 115D)
establishes the Community College System's
tuition and fees. Tuition charges are for credit
hours enrolled. Credit hours are calculated as
follows: one lecture hour, two or three laboratory
hours, three clinical hours, or ten co-op work
experience hours equal one credit hour. The
tuition rate per credit hour applies to all regularly
enrolled students.
Tuition for Legal Residents of North
Carolina
The current tuition for legal residents of
North Carolina is $27.50 per semester credit hour,
or a maximum of $440 for students enrolled for
16 or more semester credit hours. This tuition is
subject to change by the N.C. General Assembly.
Tuition for Out-of-State Students
Any student whose legal residence is outside
North Carolina is currently charged the nonresi-
dent tuition of $169.75 per semester credit hour,
or a maximum of $2,716 for students enrolled for
16 or more semester credit hours. This tuition is
subject to change by the N.C. General Assembly.
North Carolina Residency Status
North Carolina law (General Statute 116-143.1)
requires that to qualify for in-state tuition, a legal
resident must have maintained his/her domicile
in North Carolina for at least the 12 months
immediately before this classification as a resi-
dent for tuition purposes. The following defini-
tion shall be controlled with the interpretation
and application of General Statute 116-143.1 as it
pertains to the term domicile. Domicile is one's
permanent dwelling place of indefinite duration,
as distinguished from a temporary place of
abode; it is synonymous with legal residence.
1. Domicile may be established as follows:
a. By birth until there is a legally effective
change in that domicile;
b. By operation of law, as in the case of a
minor whose domicile, in most cases, is
presumed conclusively to be that of his or
her parents; or
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c. By choice (after legal age is attained) a
person may establish his or her domicile
in a jurisdiction of his or her choice.
2. One always has a domicile.
3. One retains a given domicile until it is
abandoned and another is established.
4. One never has more than one domicile at a
given time.
5. Establishing a domicile by choice requires
the overt act of establishing physical residential
presence in North Carolina while concurrently
maintaining the intent to make it one's perma-
nent home of indefinite duration.
6. The requisite domiciliary intent is tested by
evaluating relevant, objectively verifiable
conduct which is held to constitute a manifesta-
tion of the state of mind of the actor.
7. Any international student (nonimmigrant or
with permanent resident status) must submit
immigration documents for review by the inter-
national student advisor. There are several visa
categories which do not qualify a student for
legal residency.
8. Questions about North Carolina residency
should be addressed to the Admissions office.
Tuition for Senior Citizens
North Carolina residents 65 and older are
exempted from paying tuition, except for courses
that are conducted on a self-supporting basis.
However, senior citizens are responsible for
paying any additional fees and expenses.
Student Fees
All curriculum students are charged $12 for
each fall and spring semester and $4 for the sum-
mer semester as a student administrative fee.
These funds support student clubs and social
activities, maintenance of the parking lots, senior
college days, job fairs, and other activities. The
amount of this fee is subject to change.
A laboratory fee is also charged to students
enrolling in courses requiring laboratory hours.
The laboratory fee is $5 per course per semester.
Adult education students pay a $6 activity fee
each semester. This fee is also subject to change.
Graduation Fee
A $10 fee is payable at the time a student
applies for graduation. The fee covers the cost of
the award (degree, diploma, or certificate) and
the award cover. This fee is subject to change.
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Credit Programs
Cap and Gown Fee
Graduating students pay a $15 fee for their
caps, tassels, and gowns. This fee is subject to
change.
Refund Policy
Tuition refunds for curriculum classes are
subject to the following requirements:
1. A 100 percent refund may be made upon
request of the student if the student officially
withdraws from the college prior to the first day
of classes of the academic semester noted in the
academic calendar. If a course is cancelled by
Durham Tech, that portion of tuition paid for the
cancelled course will be refunded in full.
2. A 75 percent refund may be made upon
request of the student if the student officially
withdraws from the class(es) prior to or on the
official 10 percent point of the semester. Requests
for refunds will not be considered after the 10
percent point of the semester.
3. Student fees, including administrative, labo-
ratory, and graduation fees, cannot be refunded
except in the case of classes cancelled by the
college.
This policy is subject to change by action of
the North Carolina General Assembly.
Books and Supplies
Students may purchase most textbooks,
supplies, instruments, and materials from the
bookstore on campus. The cost of books and
supplies varies with each program. However,
most full-time students should anticipate spend-
ing approximately $350 each semester. Students
should attend each class at least once before
purchasing texts and materials.
Accident Insurance
Students may purchase insurance covering
expenses incurred as a result of accidents that
occur while they are participating in college
activities. This group coverage begins in
September and ends in August each year. This
insurance is optional. It may be purchased
during registration in any semester, but coverage
ends in August of each year no matter when pur-
chased. The insurance charge is not refundable.
Students interested in this coverage should con-
tact the Durham Tech Business office.
Students are encouraged to take advantage
of this coverage, especially if they are enrolled in
programs such as Automotive Systems
Technology, Carpentry, Dental Laboratory
Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology,
Electrical/Electronics Technology, Respiratory
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Care, or Surgical Technology. Students in chem-
istry and physics laboratory classes, those working
in the Machining Technology shop, and those
participating in intramural sports or the federal
work-study program are also encouraged to
obtain this coverage.
Neither the college nor the state of North
Carolina carries insurance coverage for students'
accidents and other needs.
Malpractice and Health Insurance
Students enrolling in nursing and other
health programs that require clinical or patient
care instruction must provide their own malprac-
tice and health insurance. For more information,
contact the Durham Tech Business office or the
appropriate program director.
Additional Expenses
Students in certain programs have addition-
al expenses. Although the following list is not
intended to be exhaustive, examples of such addi-
tional expenses include instructional kits and
gold in Dental Laboratory Technology, tools in
Automotive Systems Technology and Electrical/
Electronics Technology, drafting kits in
Architectural Technology, instructional kits in
Opticianry, scrub suits in Surgical Technology,
and uniforms and stethoscopes in Respiratory
Care and nursing programs. Some programs also
require lab coats and other miscellaneous sup-
plies. Certain health programs require profession-
al liability insurance. Students enrolled in cours-
es requiring laboratory hours pay a laboratory fee
of $5 per course per semester. Contact the
Admissions office for more information about
additional expenses.
Transcript Fee
A $1 fee is charged for each official copy of
a student's transcript. There is no charge for an
"issued to student" copy. Adult High School
graduates may request official transcripts at no
charge.
Parking
Every vehicle parked on campus must
display a valid parking decal, either in the lower
corner of the left rear window or (for convert-
ibles) in the lower corner of the right front wind-
shield. Free parking decals are available in the
Security office, located at the back of the White
Building. Vehicles parked on campus without a
current decal will be ticketed and may be towed.
(Visitors may obtain temporary parking permits
from the Receptionist/Switchboard office located
in the White Building, room 31.)
Students should address questions about
parking tickets to the Security office (686-3382)
and pay parking fines in the Business office locat-
ed in the White Building, room 1 (686-3570).
Students may have difficulty finding parking
spaces at peak class times (between 9 a.m. and 1
p.m. and between 5:30 and 8 p.m.). Daytime
overflow parking is available one block south at
the Newton Center on Cooper Street and across
Lawson Street at the Basic Skills Center. Evening
overflow parking is also located at Exchange Club
Industries just east of the main campus. Maps of
the campus are available in the Admissions and
Security offices.
Cars parked in the following locations may
be ticketed or towed:
• In the parking lots of businesses across the
street from the main campus;
• Along the street in front of the campus;
• In spaces marked "handicapped parking"
without a proper permit;
• In spaces marked "loading zone" or in fire
lanes; or
• In the open field across from the main cam-
pus, which is not Durham Tech property.
Financial Aid
The Financial Aid office at Durham Tech
helps students with grant and scholarship appli-
cations. All students receiving financial aid must
maintain satisfactory progress in their programs.
Federal financial aid recipients (Pell, FSEOG,
NCSIG) who withdraw or cease to attend classes
before the 60 percent point of the term will be
required to pay back a portion of their award.
Refer to the Academic Information section of this
catalog for complete definitions (see Index for
page number).
The Financial Aid Handbook, which con-
tains detailed information, is available from the
Financial Aid office. Additional financial aid
information is available on reserve in the
Durham Tech library.
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Federal Pell Grant
To be eligible for a grant, students must:
1. Be enrolled in an eligible curriculum
program;
2. Be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen;
3. Show financial need according to the
Federal Pell Grant formula; and
4. Not have a bachelor's degree.
To apply, students must complete a Free
Application for Federal Student Aid. The applica-
tion form is available in the Admissions and
Financial Aid offices at Durham Tech and from
high school guidance counselors.
Grants currently range from $400 - $3,300
per year. Before receiving any Federal Pell Grant
funds, selected students must give the Financial
Aid office acceptable verification of all taxable
and nontaxable income. Students who have all
paperwork cleared by the beginning of the semes-
ter may be eligible to charge tuition and fees.
Federal Supplemental Educational
Opportunities Grant
The Supplemental Educational Opportunities
Grant (SEOG) provides grants to students with
exceptional need, giving priority to Federal Pell
Grant recipients.
North Carolina Student Incentive Grant
Grants are available to residents of North
Carolina who have not received a bachelor's
degree and who are enrolled full time in an eligi-
ble program. Grants range from $200 - $1,500
per year. To apply, students must complete and
mail the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
by March 15.
Single Parent/Displaced
Homemaker Grant
These grants assist single parents and dis-
placed homemakers. According to the federal
government, a single parent is defined as a per-
son who is raising a child or children without the
help of a partner. A displaced homemaker is a
person who has worked primarily without pay to
care for the home and family and, because of
this, has diminished marketable job skills.
Admission, Fees, &
Financial Aid for
Credit Programs
Students who have been admitted to the col-
lege in a curriculum program may be eligible to
receive this grant to help with the costs of tuition,
books and supplies, child care, and transporta-
tion. Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria
required for the Federal Pell Grant.
Every student who is eligible to be consid-
ered for grant awards must complete an applica-
tion each semester. Applications are available in
the Financial Aid office located in the White
Building, room 23.
N.C. Student Loan for Health, Science,
and Mathematics
This program makes loans to North
Carolina residents enrolled full time in an eligi-
ble two-year undergraduate program. Students
may borrow a maximum of $2,625 a year. Loan
repayment may be cancelled on the basis of one
year of professional practice in North Carolina
under specified conditions. To apply, students
should call the N.C. Student Loan Program for
Health, Science, and Mathematics at (919) 571-
4178 after January 15 to request an application.
Federal Work-Study
A limited number of work-study opportuni-
ties are available for students with financial need
who are enrolled at least part time. The program
offers part-time employment on or off campus in
offices, labs, the library, or community service
agencies. To apply, students should complete a
Free Application for Federal Student Aid and noti-
fy the Financial Aid office of their interest in the
program.
Scholarships
Students enrolled at least half time with a
2.0 or higher grade point average are eligible for
scholarships. Applications are available each
semester in the Financial Aid office.
The criteria for eligibility and the amount of
the award are different for each scholarship. More
complete information about scholarships and
application procedures is available from the
Financial Aid office.
Other Sources of Aid
A number of agencies provide financial
assistance for postsecondary education. For more
information on these programs, students may
consult with staff in Durham Tech's Financial Aid
office.
Educational benefits may also be available
to certain veterans of military service and depend-
ents who meet specific criteria. See the following
section for more information. The Veterans Affairs
office is located in the White Building, room 23.
Durham Technical Community College does
not participate in any loan programs.
Satisfactory Progress for Financial Aid
Students receiving financial aid must main-
tain satisfactory academic progress as defined by
the Department of Education in the Student
Financial Aid Handbook. This handbook is avail-
able from the Financial Aid office.
Students falling below acceptable criteria
may continue to be enrolled, but they are gener-
ally not eligible for financial aid until they
achieve and maintain satisfactory progress for
one semester.
North Carolina Community College Grant
This grant is available to North Carolina res-
idents who meet need-based criteria and are reg-
istered for at least six credit hours. Students who
complete FAFSA application will be automatically
evaluated to determine eligibility for this grant.
Grants range from $100 - $1,650. The College
Foundation, Inc. is responsible for notifying stu-
dents about their eligibility.
North Carolina Community College Loan
Students who are eligible for the North
Carolina Community College Grant (NCCSG)
may apply for a loan to cover the actual cost of
tuition and book expenses. Funds must be repaid
upon receipt of the NCCSG award.
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Veterans Information
Veterans Educational Benefits
The Veterans Affairs office assists students
who are eligible for veterans educational benefits,
including veterans, active-duty personnel, and
members of selected reserves and the National
Guard. The VA office certifies enrollment for eligi-
ble students in programs that lead to a degree,
diploma, or certificate and also for eligible stu-
dents in the Adult High School Diploma or High
School Equivalency (GED) programs.
To be eligible for educational benefits, stu-
dents must be admitted to a curriculum program
and have high school and all college transcripts
on file at Durham Tech.
Before paying tuition and fees each semester,
students must first have their class schedules
approved by their academic advisors and then by
the VA office. Students should request two copies
of the registration receipt from the Business office
and take a copy to the VA office for certification
use.
Students who are "visiting" from their home
college and who may be eligible for VA benefits
must contact the Durham Tech Veterans Affairs
office to provide appropriate documentation.
The Veterans Handbook, available in the VA
office, provides detailed information on college
procedures and educational benefits.
VA Work-Study
Students using VA educational benefits and
attending college at a 3/4-time rate or more may
apply for part-time employment under VA Work-
Study. Work-Study pays minimum federal wage
and is limited to positions available. Please
contact the VA office about this benefit.
Standards of Academic Progress,
Attendance, and Conduct for Students
Receiving Veterans Educational
Benefits
Public Law 95-908 (the G.I. Bill) requires
that each educational institution approved for
veterans to receive educational benefits must
establish written policies that clearly state what is
expected of a veteran in the areas of academic
progress, class attendance, and conduct.
Admission, Fees, &
Financial Aid for
Credit Programs
Veterans whose benefits are terminated for
unsatisfactory progress, lack of attendance, or
misconduct must receive counseling before they
can be recertified for educational benefits. The
required counseling sessions may delay reinstate-
ment of benefits from two to four months.
Standards of Academic Progress
for Veterans
The following standards of academic
progress are reviewed each semester for all stu-
dents receiving veterans educational benefits:
1. Warning/Unsatisfactory Progress - Received
a grade point average of below 2.0 (C) for one
semester. Students are referred to Counseling and
StudenPDevelopment for academic counseling.
2. Probation/Unsatisfactory Progress - Received
a grade point average of below 2.0 (C) for two
consecutive semesters. Students must report
immediately to the VA office for counseling refer-
ral to be eligible for veterans educational benefits.
3. Suspension/Unsatisfactory Progress -
Received a grade point average of below 2.0 (C)
for three consecutive semesters. Veterans are not
eligible for benefits for the next enrolled semester;
however, they may continue in college at their
own expense.
4. Reinstatement - After not receiving veterans
benefits for one semester, students may reenter
on Step 2 at their own expense if the problem
causing academic difficulty has been resolved.
However, students must earn a C or better in one
or more courses before being eligible to begin
receiving veterans educational benefits.
Attendance Requirements for Veterans
All students are expected to pursue good
faith attendance by limiting absences to 15 per-
cent or less of the total contact hours required in
the class for the semester. If a student receiving
veterans educational benefits must drop a class,
the student must notify Durham Tech's Veterans
Affairs office immediately. College officials are
required to report the student's last day of atten-
dance, and this information is forwarded to the
regional Veterans Administration office. Certifica-
tion ceases to be in effect as of the last day of
attendance for dropped courses.
Procedures for Determining Conduct
for Veterans
Conduct requirements are the same for
veteran and non-veteran students (see Index for
page number).
Course Substitutions for Veterans
Students receiving veterans educational ben-
efits will ordinarily be limited to two course sub-
stitutions in their program of study, not including
substitutions resulting from changes in course
numbers.
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Academic Information
The focus of the Instructional Services
Division is effective student learning for career
and personal growth. To this end, the faculty and
staff are available to work closely with students
from the point of application for admission
through the progression of courses to placement
following completion of studies at Durham Tech.
This section covers academic policies effective at
the time of this catalog's publication. These poli-
cies apply to all students enrolled at the institu-
tion and supersede all previously published aca-
demic documents issued by the college. Under
special conditions, these policies may be modified
according to procedures approved by the chief
instructional officer.
The policies do not attempt to cover stan-
dards or requirements prescribed by the Veterans
Administration or other institutions, groups, or
agencies providing financial aid to Durham Tech
students.
Nursing students have special academic
policies designed to meet standards and require-
ments defined by the North Carolina Board of
Nursing. Nursing students should refer to the
nursing handbooks for specific policies affecting
their enrollment at Durham Tech.
Classification of Programs of Study
The college is authorized by the State Board
of Community Colleges to award the Associate in
Arts degree, Associate in Science degree, Associate
in Applied Science degree, and Associate in
General Education degree as well as diplomas
and certificates. Requirements for these awards
follow:
Associate in Arts (AA.) - Completion of
all requirements for the Associate in Arts degree
totaling 64 semester hour credits.
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Completion
of all requirements for the Associate in Science
degree totaling 64 semester hour credits.
Associate in Applied Science (AA.S.) -
Completion of all required courses as listed on
the specific program's plan of study totaling no
fewer than 64 semester hour credits.
Associate in General Education
(A.G.E.) - Completion of all requirements for
the Associate in General Education degree total-
ing 64 semester hour credits.
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Diploma - Completion of all required
courses identified on the program's plan of study
totaling no fewer than 36 semester hour credits.
Certificate - Completion of all required
courses identified on the program's plan of study
totaling 18 semester hour credits.
Most programs of study require total credit
hours in excess of the minimum credit hour
requirements indicated here.
Classification of Students
Persons attending the college are classified
as either curriculum or special students and as
full-time or part-time students according to the
following definitions:
Curriculum Students - Persons who have
been fully admitted to a program of study leading
to an associate's degree, diploma, or certificate.
Curriculum students are served by academic advi-
sors in their programs of study. They are also eli-
gible to be considered for course substitutions or
credit by examination and qualify for academic
recognition. They may also benefit from other
academic options offered by the college, unless
restricted from doing so by the program in which
they are enrolled.
Special Students - Persons who have not
been admitted to a program of study offered by
the college and, therefore, are not officially pur-
suing a degree, diploma, or certificate. Special
students may consult with an academic advisor
upon request but are not assigned a specific advi-
sor. They are not eligible to be considered for
course substitutions or credit by examination and
do not qualify for academic recognition.
It is strongly recommended that
special students intending to complete a
program of study at Durham Tech not
proceed beyond one semester of full-
time study, or 12 credits, as special stu-
dents before applying for admission.
Delay in applying for admission may
result in loss of credits and other
penalties or disadvantages.
Full-Time Students - Persons who have
registered for a minimum of 12 credit hours for
the semester.
Part-Time Students - Persons who have
registered for fewer than 12 credit hours for the
semester.
Plan of Study
A student admitted to a degree, diploma, or
certificate program must meet the requirements
listed on the curriculum's plan of study for the
academic year during which the student was
accepted.
The sequence of courses outlined in a pro-
gram's plan of study (available in the Admissions
office or from the program director) is based on
fall semester admittance unless otherwise indicat-
ed. Students enrolling in other semesters should
work closely with their advisors to plan their
course sequence. In general, the student should
follow the sequence of courses listed on the plan
of study to meet all course prerequisites and to
complete the program in the allotted time frame.
Otherwise, it may be necessary for the student to
extend the period of enrollment to satisfy all
requirements for graduation. Effective Fall 1997,
the college converted all programs to semester-
based plans. Graduation is based on the plan of
study in effect on the date the student is admitted
to the program. Students not enrolled for three
consecutive semesters and who return in a new
academic year must be readmitted to the pro-
gram and must follow the plan of study in effect
at the time of readmission.
Course loads for full-time students are estab-
lished by the list of courses on the student's plan
of study.
Only courses listed' on the student's plan of
study and any officially approved substitute
courses count toward graduation.
A student must receive a passing grade in
each course required by the plan of study. Courses
not completed satisfactorily must be repeated for
the student to be eligible for graduation.
A student may not be admitted to and/or
enrolled in more than one degree, diploma, or
certificate program at a time without approval of
the chief instructional officer.
When changing from one curriculum to
another, a student must apply for admission to
the new program through the Admissions office.
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Course Prerequisites and Corequisites
Some courses have prerequisites and coreq-
uisites which are listed in the course descriptions
at the back of this catalog. Before these courses
may be taken, any prerequisite course must be
completed with a grade of C or better (completing
with a grade of B or better is required in some
Developmental Studies courses). Corequisites
must have been taken during a previous semester
or during the same semester.
During registration, advisors will work with
students to determine that prerequisites have been
met. Students who have not met the prereq-
uisites are referred to the program director or
department head for determination of course
placement.
Course Repeat
A student may not enroll in the same course
more than three times without departmental
approval. Some Health Technologies programs
have a limit of two enrollments.
Semester Length and Credit Hour Calculation
Durham Technical Community College
operates on a three-semester academic calendar.
The fall and spring semesters are each 16 weeks
long; the summer semester is 10 weeks long. In
addition, the college offers some courses in 8-week
mini-sessions and occasionally offers instruction
in time frames of varying length to meet the
training demands or schedules of other agencies.
A credit hour at Durham Tech, as required
by the North Carolina Administrative Code, is
calculated according to the following formula as
based on a 16-week semester: 1 hour of class-
room instruction per week equals 1 credit hour; 2
hours of supervised laboratory instruction per
week equal 1 credit hour; 3 hours of supervised
manipulative laboratory, shop, or clinical practice
per week equal 1 credit hour; and 10 hours of
work experience, practicum, or internship per
week equal 1 credit hour.
Course Substitutions
In special circumstances, the dean of aca-
demic programs may approve an appropriate
course for substitution of a course listed on the
plan of study. However, the substituted course
must academically parallel or enhance the pro-
gram objectives and the total credit hours in each
category on the plan of study must be satisfied.
The substitution will be made on an individual
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basis and may not apply to all students in a given
program. Approval for course substitutions must
be received before registration.
Transfer Credit
Transfer students applying for admission to
Durham Technical Community College must
meet all admission requirements for their chosen
programs. However, some programs may waive
placement testing if the applicant has previously
completed college-level math or English courses.
Students should consult an admissions counselor
about transfer credit before taking placement tests
or enrolling in courses.
For accepted students, Durham Tech evalu-
ates transfer credit for equivalent courses with a
grade of C or better from member institutions of
the North Carolina Community College System
and other postsecondary institutions accredited by
a regional accrediting association. Transfer credit
may also be granted for certain general education
courses not offered by Durham Tech.
Applicants who have been enrolled in any
postsecondary institution are required to submit
official transcripts of previous academic work to
Durham Tech's Admissions office if they desire an
evaluation of transfer credit. When granting
transfer credit is in question, the student may be
asked for supporting documentation such as a
course description or course syllabus.
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To be eligible for graduation, a student
transferring from another institution must com-
plete at least one-fourth of the total credit hours
required and at least 9 of the last 18 hours com-
pleted while enrolled at Durham Technical
Community College. Credit transferred from
another institution is not used in calculating the
student's grade point average for academic
progress and graduation.
When a student changes from one program
of study to another within Durham Tech, all aca-
demic requirements, including the grading poli-
cies of the new program, must be met for gradua-
tion. Upon acceptance into the new program, all
courses which are commonly required by more
thaaone program may be transferred with the
same grade the student originally received.
Students admitted to a new program of study may
choose to transfer or repeat these courses.
After a student has been admitted to a pro-
gram of study, approved courses may be taken at
another accredited institution for transfer to
Durham Tech with prior permission from the
department dean. Such courses will satisfy the
appropriate course requirements in the student's
program of study.
Grading System
Durham Technical Community College
employs a letter grading system to evaluate the
student's performance in meeting the stated
objectives of the classroom, laboratory, shop,
clinical setting, or work experience.
The following letter grades and grade points
are used:
Grade Points
Grade
Significance Per Semester Hour
A
Superior Work
4
B
Very Good Work
3
C
Average Work
2
D
Below Average Work
1
F
Unsatisfactory Work -
Must Repeat Course
I
Incomplete - Makeup
Work Required
IP
In Progress - Must Repeat
Developmental Course
W
Withdrawal or
Dropped by Instructor
AU
Audit
CE
Credit by Examination
Explanation of Special Grades
The following special grades are assigned at
Durham Tech when a grade of A, B, C, D, or F is
not achieved:
/.• Incomplete - Makeup Work Required
The special grade of I is assigned when the
student has performed at a satisfactory level and
has made significant progress toward the comple-
tion of course objectives but is unable to complete
all prescribed work by the end of the semester due
to extenuating circumstances such as accident,
illness, or comparable unavoidable developments.
Under normal circumstances, the grade of I will
not be assigned to a student who fails to appear
for the final examination.
To receive the grade of I, the student must
confer with the instructor and request the I grade
on or before the last class day of the semester. The
student must provide the instructor with docu-
mentation of particular circumstances necessitat-
ing the I grade. If such circumstances are
considered legitimate, the instructor will provide
the student with written instructions specifying
the work to be completed and the completion
deadline.
If the student completes the work according
to the instructor's requirements, a grade for that
work is assigned and computed in the final
course grade. If the course work is not completed
during the subsequent semester, the I grade is
changed to an F grade.
In no case may the work be completed later
than the conclusion of the following semester. If
the incomplete course is an essential prerequisite
for a subsequent course, the student may be
required to remove the I grade within a signifi-
cantly shorter period of time. Otherwise, the
subsequent course must be dropped.
An I grade received during the semester
before the semester of graduation must be
removed by the midterm of the semester in which
the student intends to graduate.
IP: In Progress - Must Repeat
Developmental Course
The special grade of IP is assigned only to
some Developmental Studies courses (most cours-
es with a number of 99 or lower) when the stu-
dent has not mastered all course competencies.
The student must re-register for the course before
progressing to the next level of course work.
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W: Withdrawal from Course
The special grade of W is assigned when a
student officially withdraws or is dropped from a
course by the instructor during the first 60
percent of the class meeting hours. After the 60
percent date, a letter grade other than W will be
assigned for the course indicating the student's
academic average (which will include any missed
assignments). For more information about
withdrawals and 60 percent dates, see Index for
page number.
AU: Course Audit
The special grade of AU is assigned when a
student enrolls in and regularly attends a course
on a non-credit basis. Enrollment is subject to
space availability and the program director's prior
approval. The audit student, like the credit
student, is subject to Durham Tech's attendance
policy. The student may not change from credit-
to-audit or audit-to-credit status after the first 10
calendar days of the semester.
CE: Credit by Examination
The special grade of CE is awarded when a
student has applied for and successfully complet-
ed the requirements for credit by examination.
Qualified curriculum students with relevant prior
training or experience may earn academic credit
for certain courses by examination. A student
interested in receiving such credit should contact
the appropriate program director for information
on the procedures for application. To receive
credit by examination, the student must be
enrolled in a curriculum and be registered for
the course for which application is made. The
application must be approved within the first 7
calendar days of the semester, and the examina-
tion must be completed within the first 14
calendar days of the semester.
To receive credit by examination, the stu-
dent must score at least 85 percent on the exam-
ination. In certain courses, the required passing
score may be higher. The examination may be
taken only once, and a student failing the exam-
ination must complete the course for credit.
No more than 10 percent of the total credit
hours required by the student's plan of study
may be earned by examination unless the chief
instructional officer gives special approval to
exceed this limit.
Change of Grade
All change of grade requests are to be sub-
mitted on change of grade forms for approval
by the chief instructional officer. All change of
grade requests other than those converting an I
grade to a letter grade require written explana-
tions of the reasons for the changes and must be
requested within one calendar year after the
original grade was assigned.
Grade Point Average
Academic progress at Durham Technical
Community College is based on a 4.0, or letter
grade of A, cumulative grade point average
system. A final grade point average of 2.0, or a C,
is required for graduation from all programs of
study.
The student accumulates grade points
based on grades earned per semester. The grade
point average is determined by dividing grade
points earned in courses by the number of
semester credit hours attempted, as shown in the
following example:
Course
Grade
Credit
Hours
Grade
Points
Total
BUS 110
c
3
x
2
= 6
FIP 230
B
5
x
3
-15
EHS211
A
5
X
4
= 20
ENG 111
F
3
~L6~
x
0
= 0
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41 -r 16 = 2.56 Grade Point Average
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Only those courses taken in residence and
prescribed by the student's plan of study or offi-
cially approved substitute courses are included in
calculating the grade point average required for
graduation.
A student who earns a grade of D or below
on a required course may repeat the same course.
In such an instance, only the higher grade will be
used in calculating the grade point average for
graduation. A student may take a different elec-
tive course instead of repeating the elective course
in which a grade of D or below was earned;
however, the credit hours and grade points for
both courses will be included in calculating the
grade point average for graduation.
No grade points are earned when a special
grade of I, IP, W, AU, or CE is received or when
credits are transferred to the college.
All grades remain on the student's transcript.
Standards of Progress
Since a minimum grade point average of
2.0 is required for graduation, students are urged
to maintain at least 2.0 each semester. Students
with either a cumulative or semester grade point
average of less than 2.0 are not considered to be
making satisfactory progress. Refer to Standards
for Academic Progress for Students Receiving
Veterans Educational Benefits section (see Index
for page number) for more information.
Durham Tech supports a system of academic
intervention rather than academic dismissal.
Students whose cumulative grade point average
has fallen below 2.0 will receive a letter from the
Student Records office encouraging them to con-
sult with their faculty advisor, consider a reduced
course load, and seek academic assistance from
the Campus Learning Center or from Counseling
and Student Development staff.
Academic Appeals Procedure
Academic grievances must be pursued under
this academic appeals procedure. Academic griev-
ances include, but are not limited to, course
grade issues and satisfactory completion of
instructional program requirements.
This academic appeals procedure shall not
be used for sexual harassment claims, claims
concerning disabilities, employment claims, or
discrimination claims. Additionally, this proce-
dure shall not be used for claims that may be
brought under the Student Grievance Procedure
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(e.g., claims concerning parking privileges,
release of transcripts, registration, library borrow-
ing privileges, student conduct, counseling servic-
es, admission issues, placement tests, transfer
credit issues, student records, and appropriate
payment of tuition and fees, etc.).
First Step
The student must first attempt to resolve the
matter informally by meeting with the person
with whom the student has a grievance, namely
the instructor. This meeting should be held as
soon as possible after the occurrence of the
alleged grievance. If the matter is not resolved at
this level, the student must meet with the appro-
priate program director and then, if necessary, the
appropriate department head. If the matter is not
resolved at this level, the student must meet with
the dean of academic programs. All meetings
held in an effort to informally resolve the dispute
should be concluded within 21 calendar days
after the occurrence of the alleged grievance.
Second Step
If the matter is not resolved informally, the
student may initiate a formal grievance by com-
pleting an Academic Grievance Form (available
from the dean of academic programs). The
Academic Grievance Form must be signed by the
student and filed with the dean of academic pro-
grams within 28 days after the occurrence of the
alleged grievance. The student must transmit
copies to the instructor, the program director, and
department head. If it appears that this filing
requirement has not been met, the dean of
academic programs may require appropriate
evidence justifying the delay as a condition for
continuing the grievance. The dean of academic
programs may extend the time for filing a griev-
ance if the parties wish to attempt a resolution of
the matter through other appropriate informal
means (e.g., mediation). Upon receipt of a copy
of the Academic Grievance Form, the instructor
has 14 calendar days to complete, sign, and deliv-
er a Response Form (available from the dean of
academic programs) to the student and all other
parties.
Third Step
Upon receipt of an Academic Grievance
Form and Response Form, the dean of academic
programs shall review the alleged grievance in
view of the college's mission, goals, policies,
rules, and procedures as stated in the college
Catalog and Student Handbook and other institu-
tional and program documents. If, in view of
these provisions, the dean of academic programs
determines that the matter is not grievable, the
dean of academic programs shall provide the stu-
dent and all other parties with a letter explaining
this conclusion. The dean of academic programs
may permit the grievance to proceed to a hearing
and defer a decision on this question until the
close of the presentation and consideration of
evidence by all parties. A decision by the dean of
academic programs concerning the grievability
of a matter cannot be appealed.
If the grievance proceeds to the hearing
phase, the chief instructional officer shall appoint
an academic appeals committee of not more than
nine persons and comprised of faculty, instruc-
tional support staff, and at least one student.
The committee shall hear the grievance and
recommend an appropriate resolution. The chief
instructional officer shall appoint a chair for the
committee. Faculty and instructional support
staff shall be selected from a pool of persons
identified for this purpose. The Student Senate
shall identify a list of three students available to
sit on academic appeals committees.
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The dean of academic programs shall coor-
dinate the scheduling of the committee hearing,
charge the committee, and remain present dur-
ing the hearing to respond to inquiries concern-
ing policy and procedure guidelines. Procedural
guidelines for the hearing will be established by
the dean of academic programs and provided to
all parties prior to the hearing. The student may
contact Counseling and Student Development
prior to the hearing to request assistance.
Fourth Step
After the hearing, the committee shall retire
to deliberate in executive session. The committee
shall make a written recommendation to the
chief instructional officer within seven calendar
days after the conclusion of the hearing. The
chief instructional officer shall consider the com-
mittee's recommendation and make a decision
that is fair to all parties and consistent with the
mission and relevant objectives of the college and
its instructional programs. The chief instruction-
al officer shall send, a letter to all parties stating
and explaining the decision.
Exceptional Circumstances
If the student or instructor believes that
exceptional circumstances justify reconsideration
of the decision the chief instructional officer
makes, the student or instructor may request that
the president review the matter. The request for
review must be presented in letter form to the
president within seven calendar days after receipt
of the chief instructional officer's decision. The
letter to the president must explain the nature of
the exceptional circumstances. If the president
finds exceptional circumstances present, the
president may review the decision of the chief
instructional officer.
Academic Recognition
Full-time curriculum students who earn a
grade point average between 3.25 and 3.74 for the
semester are named to the Dean's List for that
semester. Full-time curriculum students with a
grade point average of 3.75 or above are named
to the President's List for the semester.
Full-time or part-time students completing
their plan of study with a grade point average
between 3-25 and 3-74 are graduated with hon-
ors, while students maintaining a grade point
average of 3.75 or above throughout their studies
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are graduated with high honors. Students who
have earned a grade point average of 3-75 or
above and who participate in commencement
exercises are recognized individually at the cere-
mony.
In addition, academic achievement of stu-
dents attending Durham Technical Community
College is recognized through the Gamma Beta
Phi Society, an honor and service organization
for students in two-year and four-year colleges
and universities in the United States. The Gamma
Beta Phi Society was chartered at Durham Tech
in 1990. Students nominated for membership
must be enrolled full time or part time for at least
12 credit hours toward a degree, certificate, or
diploma and have a grade point average ranking
within the top 20 percent of their class.
Student-instructor Responsibilities
At Durham Technical Community College,
the student and the instructor are obliged to meet
a number of reciprocal responsibilities within the
student-teacher relationship.
The student is responsible for arriving at all
classes on time and preparing to participate in
assigned work or activities; obtaining assign-
ments from the instructor before an absence
whenever possible, so that work may be submitted
upon returning; requesting to make up assign-
ments missed due to legitimate absences (make-
up assignments will follow procedures stipulated
by the instructor at the outset of the course); and
seeking instructor assistance when clarification or
additional assistance is needed to complete an
assignment.
The college does not permit a student to
attend class with a child or leave a child unat-
tended on campus while attending class.
The instructor is responsible for being
prepared for each class, starting the class on time,
and providing a full period of effective instruction
throughout the semester; providing students with
complete information on the objectives and
requirements of the course, including the
resources available to students outside the class-
room or laboratory; maintaining an accurate
record of attendance on all students and consult-
ing promptly with students on any attendance
problems; and being available to students outside
of class in the event additional assistance is
needed in meeting course requirements.
Attendance
Regular attendance is required for the stu-
dent to complete all course requirements and
receive the optimum benefit of instruction. In the
event of absence, it is the student's responsibility
to make up all missed work in the most timely
manner possible. Failure to make up missed
work will adversely affect the student's course
grade. For more information, refer to Student
With-drawals, Faculty Drops, and Absences in this
publication (see Index for page numbers).
Tardiness and Early Departure
The student should be on time for each class
session and should be prepared to remain for the
full duration of the class. Tardiness or early
departure from class that results in the student
missing at least 20 percent of the instructional
session may be considered an absence. Chronic
tardiness and/or leaving class early may adversely
affect the student's course grade and may cause
the student to be dropped from the course.
Academic Honesty Policy
Durham Technical Community College
demands complete academic integrity from each
student. Academic dishonesty is the participation
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or collaboration in specific prohibited forms of
conduct. Participation or collaboration may be
active (such as submitting a term paper which
includes plagiarized work) or passive (such as
receiving a copy of a test before class).
Academic dishonesty includes the following:
1. Unauthorized copying, collaboration, or use
of notes, books, or other materials on examina-
tions or other academic exercises;
2. Plagiarism, which is defined as the inten-
tional representation of another person's work,
words, thoughts, or ideas as one's own; •
3. Unauthorized possession of any academic
material, such as tests, research papers, assign-
ments, or similar materials; or
4. Furnishing false information with the intent
to deceive members of the college faculty or
administration who are acting in the exercise of
their official duties.
Violation Procedure
Any student who commits any of the acts
described above as well as any other act which
constitutes a clear offense against the academic
integrity of the college shall be disciplined in the
following manner:
1. In the case of a first offense of academic dis-
honesty, a grade of zero shall be given on that
particular academic exercise in which the act of
dishonesty occurred. The instructor must notify
the student of the assigned grade of zero within
seven working days. The instructor must also pro-
vide written notice of the violation to the chief
instructional officer via the program director and
department dean. The chief instructional officer
will notify the instructor of any prior final find-
ings of academic dishonesty against the student.
If the offense is a second or third violation, the
student will be assigned a grade of F for the
course; and the paragraphs below will apply,
a. If the student wishes to appeal the instruc-
tor's decision, he/she may appeal to the program
director. This appeal must be in writing and must
be presented to the program director within seven
working days of receiving the grade of zero. The
appeal must clearly explain why the instructor's
decision is incorrect or improper. The instructor
may respond to the student's appeal in writing.
Any response must be promptly furnished to the
student by the program director. The program
director will schedule a meeting with the student,
investigate the appeal, and present the student
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with a written decision within seven working days
of receiving the appeal or meeting with the stu-
dent, whichever is later.
b. There is no right to appeal a first offense of
academic dishonesty beyond the instructor's
immediate supervisor. Upon a final finding that
the student has violated this academic honesty
policy, written notice, together with all supporting
material evidence, shall be forwarded to the chief
instructional officer. Written notice of such a final
finding shall also be provided to the Counseling
and Student Development office. Once a final
finding of academic dishonesty has been made,
the student may not return to class until he/she
has contacted the Counseling and Student
Development office.
c. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in the event
that the instructor is the program director or
department dean and the academic dishonesty
occurs in a class under his/her jurisdiction, the
appeal shall be to the instructor's immediate
supervisor.
d. A determination of academic dishonesty will
be deemed a "final finding" when the student
fails to appeal an adverse decision in accordance
with this policy or when the instaictor's initial
decision is sustained and cannot be further
appealed.
2. In the case of a second offense of academic
dishonesty, the instructor shall expel the student
from the class with a grade of F for the course.
The instructor must notify the student of assign-
ment of the F grade within seven working days.
The instructor must also provide written notice of
the violation to the chief instructional officer via
the program director and department dean. If the
student wishes to appeal, the procedures outlined
here shall be followed.
a. If the student is not satisfied with the pro-
gram director's decision, he/she may appeal to
the department dean. This appeal must be in
writing and must be presented to the department
dean within seven working days of receiving the
program director's decision. The appeal must
clearly explain why previous decisions are incor-
rect or improper. The department dean will
schedule a meeting with the student, investigate
the matter, and present the student with a written
decision within seven working days of receiving
the appeal or meeting, whichever is later.
b. If the student is not satisfied with the depart-
ment dean's decision, he/she may appeal to the
chief instructional officer. The chief instructional
officer may investigate the appeal by assigning
the appeal to a committee or personally consult-
ing with the parties. In either case, the student
will be provided an opportunity to appear before
the committee or chief instructional officer and
present relevant evidence as determined by the
trier of fact. A recommendation by the committee
shall be made to the chief instructional officer
within seven days of the hearing. There is no
right to appeal a second offense of academic
dishonesty beyond the chief instructional officer
level.
c. Rules of procedure for committee hearings
convened in accordance with this policy shall be
determined by the committee, approved by the
chief instructional officer, and published and
made available to the student prior to the
hearing.
3. In the case of a third offense of academic
dishonesty, the instructor shall expel the student
from the class and assign a grade of F for the
course. The instructor must also provide written
notice of the violation to the chief instructional
officer via the program director and the depart-
ment dean. If the student wishes to appeal, the
applicable procedures outlined above shall be
followed. Upon a final finding of a third offense
of academic dishonesty and upon receiving a
written recommendation by the chief instruction-
al officer, the president of the college may
suspend the student for a minimum of one year.
Suspension because of academic dishonesty will
be recorded on the student's transcript.
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4. In addition to the procedures described
above, any student in a clinical, practicum, or
work placement setting (such as clinicals in the
Health Technologies programs) who commits
any serious error or offense or dishonesty which,
in the opinion of the instructor, compromises the
health, safety, or well-being of any child, patient,
fellow student, or any other person may be
immediately expelled from the class and removed
from the premises by the instructor or by other
appropriate personnel. The instructor must
promptly provide the student with written notice
of the expulsion. Written notice of the expulsion,
together with all supporting material evidence,
shall be provided to the chief instructional officer
within three working days of the imposition of
the expulsion. This additional provision is
imposed in recognition of the fact that in special
settings, dishonesty and serious errors of judg-
ment may have consequences that are far more
significant and far-reaching than those occurring
in the usual academic setting. The student may
appeal an expulsion from a clinical, practicum,
or work placement course in accordance with
the provisions of this policy and any practicum,
clinical, or work setting agreements, policies, or
procedures that may apply.
5. The right to appeal decisions concerning
issues addressed by this policy is limited to the
procedures outline here.
Transfer to Senior Colleges
and Universities
The following information concerning
transfer credit to senior institutions is subject to
change without notice. Transferring students
should contact admissions offices at four-year
institutions concerning admission requirements
and transfer credits for specific programs of study.
Associate in Arts and Associate in
Science
Either the Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree or
the Associate in Science (A.S.) degree is awarded
for the University Transfer program. For students
who began their program Fall Semester 1997 or
later and who complete the University Transfer
program (for courses with a grade of C or above),
after being accepted at a four-year university,
will transfer as a junior to all University of North
Carolina (UNC) System institutions. Students,
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after being accepted at the four-year university,
who complete the general education core (for
courses with a grade of C or above) will meet
general education requirements for all UNC
system institutions. Faculty in the University
Transfer Department can assist students with
most basic transfer information for public and
private institutions in North Carolina.
Associate in Applied Science
The Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.)
degree is awarded for two-year technical
programs which focus on preparing the student
for the job market. There are senior institutions
which accept some of these degrees as the first
two years of a four-year program. Other senior
institutions will evaluate the Associate in Applied
Science degree on a course-by-course basis.
Counseling and Student Development staff assist
students with transfer to other educational
institutions. Information about the colleges and
universities that offer transfer credit for courses in
the Associate in Applied Science degree programs
completed at Durham Tech is available in the
Counseling and Student Development office.
Associate in General Education
The Associate in General Education (A.G.E.)
is a highly flexible degree program which a
student may structure to meet individual needs.
Courses for the A.G.E. degree may be selected
from either the University Transfer program or
from technical programs, provided that a mini-
mum of 18 credits in a general education core is
included. Transferability of courses depends on
which specific courses are selected for the degree.
Additional information is available from the
Admissions office or the General Education
program director.
Educational Resources
Durham Tech's Educational Resources
Center houses the library and the Campus
Learning Center, with its wide range of resources
to help students meet their academic goals.
Mission and Purpose
The Educational Resources Department sup-
ports the Durham Technical Community College
mission, to assist the full institutional community
toward its goals. In addition, the Educational
Resources Department strives to promote lifelong
learning, academic learning experiences, and
new ideas and resources; participate in the
college's teaching and learning process; and
provide varied materials, services, and equipment
for students, faculty, and staff in a flexible and
caring environment.
Library
The library's collection includes more than
40,000 books, magazines, newspapers, videotapes,
and a variety of other audiovisual materials. Also,
students use on-line databases and the Internet to
find information on topics of interest.
Most materials may be checked out for three
weeks. Reference and reserve materials may be
used only in the library. Members of the staff are
always available to help students locate and use
the library's resources. To borrow materials, a
user must present a valid Durham Tech identifi-
cation card.
Library facilities include individual and
group study areas as well as an area where stu-
dents may read newspapers, popular magazines,
professional journals, and paperback books.
The main library is open from 8 a.m. to 9:30
p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 8 a.m. to 5
p.m. Fridays; and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. The
library is closed Saturdays during the summer
semester.
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The Northern Durham Center library houses
the collections on criminal justice and fire pro-
tection as well as general reference and circulat-
ing materials. In addition, library materials are
available at the Orange County Skills Develop-
ment Center on Franklin Street in Chapel Hill.
Campus Learning Center
The Campus Learning Center (CLC) offers
students a number of alternatives to the tradition-
al classroom setting for education. Except for
self-paced or televised credit courses, all of the
following CLC services are free:
1. Five skills centers offer students individual-
ized, cost-free tutoring. The Math Center provides
personalized tutoring in all levels of mathemat-
ics, including developmental math, math for
sciences, and university transfer math. Videotapes
offer additional assistance in algebra, trigonome-
try, and calculus. The Writing Center can help
students at all levels improve their skills in
grammar and writing. Handbooks, handouts, and
other materials are also available in the Writing
Center. The Reading/Science Center provides
assistance to students who are preparing for the
Degrees of Reading Power (DRP) or the place-
ment test and to students enrolled in reading and
science courses. Materials are offered to assist
with vocabulary and pronunciation as well. The
Spanish Center offers students enrolled in
Spanish courses the opportunity to practice their
pronunciation and to consult a tutor about
grammar questions.
In the Computer Center, students may use
IBM and Macintosh computers for word process-
ing, spreadsheets, or other software that is avail-
able on the machines. A tutor is available to assist
students who are not familiar with computers or
who need help with software.
Depending on tutor availability, the CLC
may also offer assistance with other subjects.
Look for CLC fliers each semester. Pick up a copy
of TechnoBytes in the library, CLC, or Counseling
and Student Development office, or call 686-3554
for more information about current offerings.
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2. The CLC co-sponsors a series of Student
Success Workshops on academic topics, such as
study skills, note-taking, learning styles, and test
anxiety; life skills topics, such as stress manage-
ment; and career skills workshops, including job
hunting tools and career choices. Additional
workshops are offered in the CLC for students in
need of grammar or mathematics skills-building.
Watch for fliers and brochures for dates, times,
and locations of these workshops.
3. The CLC offers a number of special courses
in mathematics. Students use self-instructional
materials, supplemented by assistance from CLC
instructors, to earn course credit. Students may
adjust their study schedule to suit their conven-
ience, but all course requirements must be
completed by the last day of the semester.
Course content and requirements for CLC's
special courses are identical to those for class-
room segments of the same course, and the same
tuition is charged. Attendance policies are strictly
enforced from the first day of the semester. For
example, students enrolled in a three-semester
contact-hour course must attend the course in
the CLC for three hours every week.
Students may register for CLC special courses
during regular registration but must obtain an
authorization form in the CLC and sign up for an
orientation time before registering for the class.
4. Telecourses are videotaped college-level
courses televised for adult learners. These are
complete learning systems designed for home or
off-campus use, with content identical to compa-
rable on-campus courses. However, the televised
lessons allow instructors to provide demonstra-
tions and other learning experiences which are
unavailable in the traditional classroom setting.
Students completing a telecourse earn full
curriculum credit.
Students register for telecourses in the same
way as for classroom sections of credit courses
and pay the same tuition. Besides viewing the
lessons (on television at home or on videotape in
the CLC), students are expected to attend an ori-
entation session as well as three to five workshops
and testing sessions on campus. Students must
also purchase textbooks and study guides and
prepare written assignments. Instructors are
available to meet with telecourse students at the
workshop sessions, during their scheduled office
hours, and by telephone.
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Counseling and Student
Development
The experience of being a student can be
both exciting and challenging. Counseling and
Student Development staff are aware of the
diverse experiences of Durham Tech students and
provide many services which foster their academ-
ic success and personal growth. From admission
to graduation, students have found these services
to be an important part of their success.
Hours of Operation
The Counseling and Student Development
office is open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through
Thursdays and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays. Students
may also make an appointment to meet with a
staff member at other times by calling (919) 686-
3652 or by visiting the White Building, room 23.
Academic and Personal Counseling
In keeping with Counseling and Student
Development's commitment to student success,
counselors also realize that a student's academic
performance is affected by pressures of many
types and degrees. For that reason, Counseling
and Student Development staff members are
available to meet with students individually to
discuss a wide range of personal concerns.
Counselors provide encouragement and support,
intervene in times of crisis, make referrals when
necessary, and help students identify and resolve
personal issues. All discussions and consultations
are confidential.
Career Services
Our diverse, rapidly-growing economy offers
tremendous opportunity for students searching
for a job. However, identifying the career and spe-
cific job that suits one's skills, abilities, and per-
sonality can be a frustrating task. Career Services
staff offer resource materials, interest inventories,
workshops, and individual counseling to help
students develop and clarify career goals. Services
are available to Durham Tech students and
alumni.
Career Services staff also act as a liaison
between students seeking jobs and prospective
employers. Counselors maintain information on
full-time and part-time job opportunities,
conduct job fairs, and coordinate placement
interviews. In addition, Career Services staff assist
Student Services &
Support Programs
students with resume writing, interviewing
techniques, and job-seeking skills.
Durham Tech is a key partner in the
Durham JobLink Career Center located a few
blocks from the main campus. This partnership
enables Durham Tech students and the residents
of Durham to access countless job opportunities
throughout the state. In addition, a part-time
Employment Security Commission counselor is
available in Counseling and Student
Development. Students interested in taking
advantage of Career Services should visit the
Counseling and Student Development office,
located in the White Building, room 23.
Disability Services
Students with physical, psychological, or
learning disabilities may utilize services designed
to create equal access to the many aspects of edu-
cation. At Durham Tech, Disability Services pro-
vides accommodations which reflect the college's
commitment to accessible quality education.
Students achieve educational access through
the effective use of accommodations such as indi-
vidualized educational planning; support staff,
including note-takers and interpreters; assistive
technology; alternative testing arrangements; and
priority assistance during registration. Through a
process of individual planning, students are
encouraged to use their diverse abilities to suc-
ceed. Students requesting accommodations due to
a disabling condition must provide the college
with current assessment documentation verifying
a disability. This documentation must be submit-
ted on the letterhead of a qualified professional
and include a clear diagnostic statement, a
description of the assessment tools used to render
the diagnosis, and a statement reflecting the
student's present needs and level of functioning.
Copies of the Disability Services Documentation
Standards are available in the Counseling and
Student Development office, located in the
White Building, room 23. Students with
disabilities are encouraged to learn more about
available accommodations and services by
calling the Disability Services coordinator at
(919) 686-3652 (V) or (919) 686-3606 CITY).
Student Development
The experience of college goes far beyond
the classroom. Successful students acquire skills
to manage education, career, and their personal
lives. To foster the full development of students,
Counseling and Student Development staff are
involved in all aspects of college life. They answer
questions and provide information about college
activities, provide support to curriculum pro-
grams, and create support services which address
the needs of the college's diverse student popula-
tion. Counselors often facilitate relationship
skills through effective student and instructor
communication.
Counseling and Student Development staff,
in conjunction with Campus Learning Center
staff, also provide Student Success Workshops to
address many important issues. Study skills, time
management, test anxiety, health and wellness,
career choices, and job hunting tools are only a
few of the many topics addressed. Students are
encouraged to take advantage of these workshops
each semester. For information about available
workshops and times, look for the current sched-
ule of Student Success Workshops and the student
services publication TechnoBytes in the
Counseling and Student Development office,
located in the White Building, room 23, and at
various other locations on campus.
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Student Activities
The college encourages student participation
in organizations and activities. Student activities
are designed to provide a variety of meaningful
educational, cultural, and social experiences.
All organizations must be chartered and
approved by the Student Senate and must have
a faculty or staff advisor. Student organizations
may not restrict membership on the basis of race,
sex, color, age, religion, national origin, or
disability.
Student Ambassador Program
Student Ambassadors participate in the col-
lege's recruitment efforts on campus and in the
community. They also serve as hosts for school
functions, conduct campus tours, and assist with
the registration information table and other reg-
istration and orientation activities. Through the
Durham Tech Foundation, ambassadors are
awarded tuition at the in-state rate and a stipend
for their service.
Student Clubs and Organizations
Durham Tech acknowledges the importance
of student life outside the classroom and supports
a variety of social, cultural, and professional
opportunities to enhance a student's in-class edu-
cational experiences. The following organizations
are among those currently available to students
at Durham Tech: Amigos Unidos (Spanish club);
Book of the Month Club, Durham Tech
Association for Education of Young Children;
Electronics Engineering Technology Club;
Gamma Beta Phi (academic honor society); Gay,
Lesbian, and Bisexual Society; Literary Club; Phi
Beta Lambda (business society); Practical
Nursing Students' Club; Scholastic Opticians
Association; Science Club; Single Parent Club;
Spanish Honor Society; Student Committee for
Social Justice; Student Nurses' Organization;
Student Occupational Therapy Association; Tau
Eta Sigma (dental); and Thespian Society
(drama club).
Activities and special events on campus
include the following: campus festivals, fall and
spring; Career Days; plays and other cultural
events; Cultural Exchange Day; Dr. Martin Luther
King, Jr., Day Celebration; Native American
Celebration; Senior College Day; and Spring
Talent Show.
Student Services &
Support Programs
Student Publications
Recognizing the importance of a public
forum for the written expression of ideas as well
as the development of effective communication
skills, Durham Tech supports student involve-
ment in campus publications. Students produce
Final Draft, a student literary magazine.
While the views expressed in this publication
do not necessarily reflect those of the college, fac-
ulty and staff advisors assist students in develop-
ing the publication in a manner consistent with
responsible journalism, acceptable English com-
position, and the stated purposes of the college.
Student Senate
The Student Senate provides input to the
college's administration on decisions affecting
students, makes decisions regarding the alloca-
tion of student event funds, and plans student
activities and events. The Senate also approves
and provides support for student organizations.
Student senators represent academic departments
and student organizations.
Student interest and leadership are necessary
for the Student Senate to function effectively; stu-
dents are encouraged to become actively involved.
Additional information about the Student Senate
is available from the Counseling and Student
Development office.
Student Participation in College
Decision Making
Durham Tech encourages and provides for
student involvement in institutional governance
and decision making through various means.
These include the following:
1 . The Student Senate consists of student repre-
sentatives who provide input and recommenda-
tions to the college's administration.
2. A student serves as a non-voting member of
the college's Board of Trustees.
3. Student involvement also occurs through
membership on advisory committees, task forces,
and other campus committees.
4. Students participate in college decision mak-
ing through involvement in the evaluation of
courses and services.
5. Student involvement is promoted through
on-going interaction with faculty and staff and
through participation in student organizations
and activities.
Governance and Safety
Student Code of Conduct
All Durham Tech students are expected to
conduct themselves as responsible adults.
Behavior that persistently or grossly disrupts the
educational process or functioning of the college,
whether it occurs on campus or at any college-
sponsored activity, may result in disciplinary
action. Specific violations of the student code of
conduct include the following;
1. Academic dishonesty, including cheating
and plagiarism as outlined in the college's
Academic Honesty Policy;
2. Vandalism, damage, destruction, or theft of
institutional or private property;
3. Abuse or misuse of computing resources as
outlined in the college's Appropriate Use of
Computing Resources policy;
4. Forgeiy, falsification, alteration, or misuse of
college records, documents, or identification;
5. Violation of regulations concerning drug
and alcohol use as outlined in the college's Drug
and Alcohol Policy (see Index for page number);
6. Possession or use of firearms, knives, explo-
sives, dangerous chemicals, or other weapons,
except for legally authorized use of either on
campus or at any college-sponsored event;
7. Verbal or physical harassment, assault, or
battery of a college employee, student, or visitor;
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8. Sexual harassment as outlined in the
college's Sexual Harassment Policy (see Index
for page number);
9. Disorderly, lewd, indecent, or obscene
conduct;
10. Breach of peace on college property or at
any college-sponsored function in a manner that
disturbs the privacy of other individuals and/or
the instructional program;
1 1 . Failure to comply with the directions of
college officials, faculty, staff, or campus security
officers acting in the performance of their duties;
12. Failure to identify oneself when on college
property or at a college-sponsored or college-
supervised event upon the request of college
officials, faculty, staff, or campus security officers
acting in the performance of their duties;
13. Violation of college regulations or policies;
and
14. Breach of any federal, state, or local crimi-
nal law either on campus or at any college-spon-
sored activity.
Violations of this code of conduct may result
in immediate sanctions, including probation or
suspension from the college by the president,
upon recommendation by the chief instructional
officer, or expulsion from the college by the presi-
dent, upon recommendation by the chief student
services officer and the chief instructional officer.
Additionally, the college may defer imposition of .
sanctions pending the outcome of an investiga-
tion. Students who wish to appeal any sanction
should consult the Student Grievance Procedure
as outlined in this publication (see Index for
page number).
Drug and Alcohol Policy
Problems with substance abuse are extreme-
ly complex. Substance abuse on campus can
impact the safety and well being of faculty, staff,
and students. Therefore, it is the policy of
Durham Technical Community College that the
unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation,
possession, or use of alcohol or a controlled sub-
stance is prohibited on college premises and is
prohibited as part of college-sponsored activities.
Any student violating this policy will be subject to
disciplinary action up to and including expulsion-
and referral for prosecution. The specifics of this
policy are outlined as follows:
1 . Any student who possesses, uses, sells,
manufactures, gives, or in any way transfers a
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controlled substance or alcoholic beverage to
another person on college premises or as part of
any college-sponsored activity will be subject to
disciplinary action up to and including expulsion
and referral for prosecution.
2. The term "controlled substance" means any
drug listed in 21 CFR Part 1308 and other federal
regulations as well as those listed in Article V,
Chapter 90, of the North Carolina General
Statutes. Generally, these are drugs which have a
high potential for abuse. They include but are not
limited to the following: cocaine, heroin, mari-
juana, PCP, and "crack." They also include any
"legal" drugs that have not been prescribed
specifically by a licensed physician.
3. If any student is convicted of violating any
criminal drug or alcoholic beverage control
statute, while on college premises, in the work-
place, or as part of any college-sponsored activity,
he or she will be subject to disciplinary action up
to and including expulsion. Alternatively, the col-
lege may require the student to successfully finish
a drug abuse program sponsored by an approved
private or governmental institution as a precondi-
tion of continued enrollment at the college.
4. Each student is required to inform the
college, in writing, within five days after he or she
is convicted for violation of any federal, state, or
local criminal drug or alcoholic beverage control
statute where such violation occurred while on
college premises, or in the workplace, or as part
of any college-sponsored activity. A conviction
means a finding of guilt (including a plea of
nolo contendre) or the imposition of a sentence
by a judge or jury in any federal or state court.
5. Employees working under federal grants
who are convicted of violating drug laws in the
workplace, on college premises, or as part of any
college-sponsored activity, shall be reported to
the appropriate federal agency. The Human
Resources Department of Durham Technical
Community College must notify the U.S.
Government agency through which the grant was
made within 10 days after receiving notice from
the employee or otherwise receiving actual notice
of a violation of a drug statute occurring in the
workplace. The college shall take appropriate
disciplinary action within 30 calendar days from
receipt of notice. All employees must abide by this
policy as a condition of further employment on
any federal government grant.
Students employed under the College Work
Study Program are considered to be employees
of the college if the work is performed for the
college in which the student is enrolled. For work
performed for a federal, state, or local public
agency, a private nonprofit, or a private for-profit
agency, students are considered to be employees
of the college unless the agreement between the
college and the other organization specifies that
the organization is considered to be the employer.
Possible disciplinary action for students
violating this policy may include probation, sus-
pension, expulsion, denial of participation in col-
lege activities, denial of opportunity to represent
the college, required completion of a drug or
alcohol rehabilitation program, termination of
college work-study employment, and referral for
prosecution.
Sexual Harassment Policy
Any individual who feels that he or she has
been subjected to acts of sexual harassment
should report the incident immediately. The indi-
vidual may choose to report the incident either
during a private and confidential discussion of
the issue with a counselor or by initiating a
formal complaint to the affirmative action officer
or another college administrator.
A student desiring to pursue the issue
through a confidential meeting should go to the
Counseling and Student Development office to
discuss the matter with a counselor on an infor-
mal basis. An employee desiring to pursue the
issue in a confidential setting should meet with
the affirmative action officer. During this private
and confidential discussion, the counselor or
affirmative action officer will help the student or
employee determine the best course of action to
resolve the situation. If desired by the individual,
the counselor may facilitate a mediation session
between the parties involved in order to resolve
the situation as quickly as possible. Any mediated
resolution will close the matter.
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A student can report a formal complaint of
sexual harassment to the dean of Student
Services/vice president for Administrative and
Support Services, the affirmative action officer, or
appropriate program director or academic dean.
An employee can report a formal complaint of
sexual harassment to the director of Human
Resources, the affirmative action officer, or
his/her immediate supervisor. All formal com-
plaints of sexual harassment will be investigated.
The administrator receiving the initial formal
complaint will complete an Incident Report Form
which will be forwarded to the affirmative action
officer for investigation. The person initiating the
formal complaint will receive a response from the
affirmative action officer within 10 working days
of the initial complaint. This written response
should include an explanation of the investiga- .
tion process and a reasonable time frame for the
resolution of the complaint.
Additional information regarding these
procedures is available from the office of the
affirmative action officer.
Appropriate Use of Computing
Resources Policy
Durham Technical Community College pro-
vides a variety of computing resources to faculty,
staff, students, and in some cases other members
of the public. The appropriate use of these
resources, including personal computers, servers,
networks, data sets, printers, Internet access, and
software, are the subject of this policy
The College's Rights
The college owns most of the computers and
all of the internal computer network used on
campus. The college has rights to the software
and information residing on, developed on, or
licensed for these computers and networks. The
college has the right to administer, protect, and
monitor this collection of computers, software,
and networks. The college also has the right to
establish standards for security, privacy, and data
integrity on its computing systems as it deems
appropriate. Furthermore, the college may deter-
mine the nature and extent of access to computer
resources, may deny individuals access to com-
puter systems and networks, and may determine
who may connect a device to the computer
system and the specifications for such a device.
Student Services
The Individual's Responsibilities
1. Computers are to be used for instruction,
research, learning, and administration only.
Durham Tech's computers are for Durham Tech's
use. They may not be used for outside business
projects or personal activities.
2. Licensing and copyright laws are to be
respected. All software installed or used on
Durham Tech computers must be legally licensed
for use on the college premises. Copyrighted
software may not be copied from computers on
campus or installed on campus computers if the
software is not legally licensed to the college.
Licenses for software purchased by Durham
Tech will be kept on file in the Information
Technology Services Department. All other soft-
ware licenses obtained by faculty and staff must
be maintained by that user and produced upon
request for verification. This includes all software,
including but not limited to freeware, shareware,
and complementary software provided to faculty.
Students are not allowed to load software unless
under the direction. of the faculty or staff.
3. Secure passwords are to be maintained.
Account passwords may not be shared with
anyone, except instructors in certain cases. Valid
passwords must include at least one nonletter
character and should be changed at least every
four months.
4. College computer facilities are to be
protected. Users are expected to abide by all fed-
eral and state laws governing computer use. Users
may not attempt to evade, disable, or "crack"
passwords or other security provisions. Also, users
may not knowingly install any virus or destruc-
tive computer program onto campus computers.
Other Limitations and Warnings
1. Resource limits may be imposed on all
systems. Users must abide by any resource limits
set.
2. Privacy is not guaranteed. While there are
technical and administrative policies in place
that should protect computer information,
computer data security is never perfect.
• Unauthorized computer users may be
able to breach security restrictions and gain
access to your files.
• Misdirected e-mail is not uncommon.
Your e-mail messages may be seen by unintended
recipients at Durham Tech or elsewhere on the
Internet. If e-mail is considered confidential, it
should be sent by other means.
• Systems administrators and other staff
members may require access to files on any
Durham Tech computers to perform audits or
resolve technical problems. The college has the
right to monitor e-mail transmission over its
internal computer network. Legal mandates
regarding confidentiality will be observed by
computer staff when accessing data files.
3. Users are responsible for backing up
their data. Users are responsible for backing up
their own data files unless told that backup
services are provided for their system.
Sanctions
Anyone who violates this policy is subject to
the college's student code of conduct, the employ-
ees' due process policy, and possible criminal
complaint or civil action for damages. It is a
violation of federal and/or state criminal status
for a person to knowingly access or attempt to
access a computer, computer system, computer
network or any part thereof, for the purpose of
(i) devising or executing any scheme or artifice
to defraud; (ii) services by means of false or
fraudulent pretenses, representations, or promis-
es; (iii) unauthorized access; (iv) altering, dam-
aging, or destroying either computer hardware,
software, or data; (v) without authorization,
denying or causing the denial of computer system
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services to any authorized user of such computer
system services; (vi) transmitting a computer
virus with the intent to cause damage; (vii) trans-
mitting without proper authorization a program,
information, code, or command with reckless
disregard of a substantial and unjustifiable risk
that the transmission will cause damage; or (viii)
trafficking in passwords with the intent to
defraud. In many cases, such violations are
felonies and carry penalties of up to 10 years in
prison [18 U.S.C. 1030; N.C. General Statutes
14-453 to 14-456].
Student Grievance Procedure
From time to time, conflicts and disagree-
ments may arise between students and their
instructors or between students and staff.
Students are encouraged to first try to resolve any
grievances through open communication with
involved parties. When this is not possible, or the
problem remains unresolved, students may utilize
the grievance procedure detailed here.
Purpose of the Student Grievance
Procedure
The faculty and staff at Durham Technical
Community College attempt, in good faith, to
resolve complaints and problems as they arise.
However, if a matter remains unresolved, the pur-
pose of the student grievance procedure is to pro-
vide a system to resolve student complaints
against faculty and staff. This procedure applies
to all student complaints excluding those involv-
ing claims of discrimination on the basis of age,
race, sex, or disability, claims of sexual harass-
ment, or claims concerning academic matters
(such as grades). Please refer to the college's
Sexual Harassment Policy concerning the former
and the Academic Appeals Procedure concerning
the latter. These policies are included in this
publication (see Index for page number).
Procedure
The student may elect to seek assistance
from staff in Counseling and Student
Development at the beginning or during any step
in the grievance process. Counseling and Student
Development staff serve as advocates for students
by helping provide advice and counsel on the
proper procedures associated with filing and
resolving grievances; helping students identify
specific issues involved in grievance complaints;
and assisting in developing approaches, includ-
ing written grievances, for students to pursue
Student Services
their grievances within the spirit and intent of the
student grievance procedures.
First Step
The student must go to the instructor or staff
member where the alleged problem originated.
An attempt will be made to resolve the matter
equitably and informally at this level. The confer-
ence must take place within seven working days
of the incident that generated the complaint.
Second Step
If the grievance is not resolved at the infor-
mal conference, the student may file a written
letter of grievance. The student should contact
either the senior vice president or the vice
president of Administrative and Support Services,
depending upon which vice president is the
supervisor of the employee against whom the
grievance would be filed. The vice president will
explain the grievance process to the student. The
student must present a completed grievance letter
to the appropriate vice president within seven
working days after satisfying the first step in the
grievance process. The vice president will review
the complaint and determine if the complaint is
grievable. If the issue is determined by the vice
president to not be grievable, the vice president
will notify the student of this decision in writing
within seven working days. If the issue is deter-
mined by the vice president to be grievable, the
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vice president will refer the grievance to the
immediate supervisor involved. The supervisor
from the department involved shall respond in
writing to the student within seven working days
of receipt of the student's grievance letter.
Third Step
If the written statement of the supervisor
does not satisfy the grievant, a request to appear
before a grievance committee may be made. The
student must submit a written request within
seven working days after receiving the written
response of the supervisor. The request shall
include a copy of the original grievance letter and
the reason the supervisor's response is unsatisfac-
tory. A copy of the supervisor's response must be
attached to the request by the student.
The vice president shall ensure that a
grievance hearing committee is appointed in a
manner consistent with the Student Grievance
Hearing Committee section of this procedure. The
vice president will send copies of the appeal to the
members of the committee, the employee, and
the employee's supervisor. The employee against
whom the grievance was filed shall be given
an opportunity to respond in writing to the chair-
person of the committee.
Meeting(s) shall be conducted between 7
and 15 working days following the date of the
request. A postponement may be granted by the
chairperson upon written request of either party
if the reason stated justifies such action.
The committee shall hold interviews with
the grievant, the employee, and the supervisor,
singularly, and in the absence of other witnesses.
The committee may interview any additional
witnesses that it considers necessary to render a
fair decision.
The committee shall serve as a fact-finding
group and shall determine the facts of the case.
Upon completion of all meetings, the committee
shall make a recommendation to the appropriate
vice president. The chairperson shall forward a
copy of the committee's recommendation to all
parties involved and to the vice president within
two working days of the decision.
The vice president will weigh the commit-
tee's recommendation, review all other pertinent
information, and render a decision regarding the
grievance. The vice president shall communicate
a decision in writing to all involved parties within
seven working days of receiving the committee's
recommendation.
Fourth Step
Either party may request in writing that the
president review the vice president's decision
within seven working days of the vice president's
decision. The president shall review the previous
findings, conduct whatever additional inquiries
are deemed necessary, and render a final decision
within seven working days of receipt of the
request.
The Student Grievance Hearing Committee
The president may appoint a standing
Student Grievance Hearing Committee from
which the vice presidents may select individuals
to form an ad hoc committee for each individual
grievance. The committee shall include broad-
based representation from the campus communi-
ty and shall include at least one student.
Rights of Parties Involved in a Grievance
When a grievance committee meeting is
scheduled, the parties involved are entitled to the
following:
1 . A written notice of the complaint;
2. A written notice of the time and place of the
meeting;
3. A review of all documentation evidence that
each party presents at the meeting;
4. Access to the names of the witnesses who
may testify;
5. Appearance in person and presentation of
information on his or her behalf, including the
calling of witnesses and asking questions of any
person present at the meeting; and
6. The right to counsel with the role of the per-
son acting as counsel being solely as advisor to
the client and not as a speaker on behalf of the
client.
Safety and Security
Campus Security provides 24-hours-a-day
patrol protection for college buildings, grounds,
and parking lots. It responds to crime reports,
fires, medical emergencies, traffic accidents, and
other incidents requiring police assistance.
Students, faculty, and staff can report emer-
gencies to Security by dialing extension 3555
from any on-campus phone or calling the police
by dialing 9-91 1. To report security or safety
hazards or other non-emergency situations, call
Campus Security at 686-3382.
Student Services,
Adult Education, &
Basic Skills Programs
Anyone who must walk alone on campus
at night is encouraged to take advantage of a
Campus Security escort by dialing extension 3555
or 3382 from a campus phone. A member of the
Security staff will accompany the caller to any
campus building or parking lot.
Identification Card
During registration, a student must obtain
an identification card and parking decal from the
Campus Security office, located at the back annex
of the White Building.
Campus Safety Tips
• Park in well-lighted areas and lock your
car, even in the daytime. Keep packages and
personal belongings out of sight.
• Do not walk or jog alone, especially after
dark. Call Campus Security for an escort.
• Be aware of people and activities around
you, and report suspicious behavior to Security.
First Aid
Security personnel can provide first aid for
minor injuries. They are also trained as first
responders in medical emergencies. For medical
assistance, call extension 3555 or 9-911-
Lost and Found
Any lost and found items should be turned
in to the Security office. Persons looking for lost
items should check in the Security office.
Adult Education and
Basic Skills Programs
Durham Technical Community College
offers several programs of study for adults who
want to improve their basic literacy skills
or complete their high school education. Many
graduates of these programs continue their
edu-cation at Durham Tech or pursue job
training opportunities.
Admission to these programs is open to
adults 18 years of age and older. The admission
process begins with a placement test to determine
where students should start in the program. Most
courses are free, although students in some
programs must buy their books and pay a small
student fee.
Adult Basic Education (ABE)
The ABE program serves adults who read
below the ninth-grade level. Students take courses
in basic reading, writing, and math, which
prepare them to enter the Adult High School
Diploma or GED program.
Adult High School Diploma (AHSD)
This program offers courses that lead to a
high school diploma. Students must complete the
number of courses required by the state of North
Carolina and must pass the state competency
tests. Students who meet these requirements
receive an adult high school diploma. They may
then continue their education at Durham Tech
or another college or pursue other postsecondary
opportunities. Durham Tech offers the AHSD
program in cooperation with the public school
systems of Durham and Orange counties.
General Educational Development
(GED)
As an official GED testing center, Durham
Tech offers instruction for adults who have not
completed high school but who have learned
from their life and work experiences. GED courses
prepare students to take tests in English, social
studies, science, reading, and math. Students who
pass all parts of the GED examination receive a
high school equivalency certificate awarded by
the North Carolina State Board of Community
Colleges. GED graduates may enroll at Durham
Tech or another college for further education, or
they may gain job skills in other ways.
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English as a Second Language (ESL)
ESL courses are open to adults whose native
language is not English. Courses range from
beginning to advanced levels of instruction.
Advanced students may take conversation courses
and other specialized subjects. All ESL courses
help students cope with real-life situations requir-
ing the use of English. Fees may be required for
higher level courses.
Compensatory Education (CED)
The CED program serves the needs of men-
tally retarded adults. It offers instruction in lan-
guage, math, social science, health, consumer
education, and community living. The program
gives students opportunities to become more
independent; to benefit from pre-vocational
training; and to acquire the skills they need to
manage work, community, social, and personal
responsibilities.
Human Resources Development (HRD)
Designed for unemployed and underem-
ployed adults, the HRD program provides struc-
tured pre-employment training, counseling, and
assistance leading to permanent employment or
further job-related training. The program is
designed to reduce reliance on public assistance
and unemployment benefits by preparing partici-
pants to enter the labor market and become
economically self-sufficient. No student fee is
charged.
Workplace Literacy
For local industries and businesses, the col-
lege can provide on-site instruction for employees
who need to upgrade skills in reading, math,
communication, and other work-related abilities.
This customized training may include Adult Basic
Education, GED, English as a Second Language,
and other basic job performance skills, depending
on the organization's specific needs.
Corporate and Continuing
Education Programs
Durham Technical Community College
offers several non-credit education and training
programs, courses, and activities to meet the life-
long learning needs of citizens in its service area
of Durham and Orange counties.
Adult Education,
Basic Skills Programs,
Corporate, &
Continuing Education
Corporate Education Department
The puipose of the Corporate Education
Department is to identify the training and educa-
tion needs of businesses and industries in the
college service area and to provide programs and
services which meet or exceed those needs. To
accomplish this purpose, the Corporate Education
Department engages in extensive and ongoing
interaction with human resource and training
professionals from businesses and industries in
the service area to identify employees' education
and training needs, identify resources both inside
and outside the institution necessary to meet
these needs, and coordinate the delivery of
resources to meet these identified needs.
Programs within the Corporate Education
Department include Occupational Extension,
New and Expanding Industry Training, Focused
Industrial Training, the Small Business Center,
the Personal Computer Training Center, and
Community Service.
Occupational Extension
One of the most important purposes of the .
Corporate Education Department is to provide
opportunities for people wanting to improve their
job-related skills or to prepare for entering or
reentering the work force. Occupation-related,
non-credit courses and programs are conducted
throughout the year in a wide variety of disci-
plines. These include computer applications,
health and safety procedures, certification renew-
al and licensure preparation, health and safety
procedures, and professional continuing educa-
tion for specialists in various career fields.
Personal Computer Training
The personal computer training facility
housed in the Corporate Education Center has
state-of-the-art computer hardware technology
installed in a networked environment. Students
learn the most recent versions of computer appli-
cation software. Instructors use "hands-on"
methods to teach how personal computers and
software are employed in business and industry
settings. Computer courses are also conducted at
the Northern Durham Center and, on a more
limited basis, at the college's satellite locations in
Orange County.
Customized Training
Training tailored to meet the specific needs
of the organization and its employees is available
in such areas as supervision, quality improve-
ment, management and leadership development,
team building and communications, and various
technical applications. The training may be
conducted at the company site or on campus and
may be scheduled at the employer's convenience.
New and Expanding Industry
This customized program is specifically
intended for new companies moving into the col-
lege's service region or for existing companies
that are expanding their operations. The training
is coordinated with the North Carolina
Department of Community Colleges and the
Employment Security Commission.
Focused Industrial Training
Tailored to meet an existing company's
specific needs, this training is directed primarily
toward workers in construction, maintenance,
and manufacturing occupations who need to
upgrade their skills and expand their technical
knowledge. Focused training can be conducted
for as few as one or two individuals. This pro-
gram offers highly specialized instruction that
otherwise might not be economically feasible.
Zenger-Miller Human Resource
Development
Durham Tech is a licensed provider of
Zenger-Miller human resource development pro-
grams. Courses available for business and indus-
try training include the following copyrighted
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selections: Frontline Leadership, Working, Team
Leadership, Team Effectiveness, and Facilitating
Successful Meetings. These courses are led by
certified Zenger-Miller facilitators.
Co-Sponsored Job Training
Durham Tech regularly joins with other
human resource agencies and programs, such as
the North Carolina Department of Labor and area
chambers of commerce, to offer specialized train-
ing for specific target audiences. These ventures
are often directed to the needs of underrepresent-
ed populations in particular industries.
Small Business Center
Located in downtown Durham, the Small
Business Center serves both existing and start-up
companies of 100 or fewer employees. The center
provides small business owners and managers
with information needed to be successful, includ-
ing advice on marketing, sales, bookkeeping, and
management. Services include confidential coun-
seling; technical assistance; seminars, courses
and other training; referrals to other agencies;
and access to a small business resource library.
Public Service Training
The college also offers non-credit education-
al opportunities for public service agencies and
professionals through the Public Services
Technologies Department. A wide range of public
service training is available for volunteers and
other public service personnel to maintain readi-
ness in such areas as cardiopulmonary resuscita-
tion, First Responder, Emergency Medical
Technician, arson detection, hazardous materials
management, defensive driving, and firearms
handling.
Health Care Training
The college provides non-credit training for
health care agencies, institutions, and profession-
als in a variety of disciplines. Nursing Aide I, a
12-week program, prepares students to perform
basic nursing skills under a registered nurse's
supervision. Nurse Aide II is also offered for those
wanting to add to their patient-care skills. This
17-week program prepares the student to perform
more advanced skills such as catheterizations,
sterile dressings, tracheostomy care, and more.
The Restorative Aide courses prepare the
CNA I or CNA II to work with clients in
Corporate &
Continuing Education
Programs/General
Policies & Procedures
Restorative Programming in long-term care
facilities, in home care programs, or in assisted
living centers under the direction of nurses, phys-
ical therapists, or occupational therapists. Aides
will be able to follow through on plans to main-
tain or enhance self -care, mobility, interaction, or
equipment use with clients who are at risk for
functional losses. This is a critical part of care in
all agencies and facilities for older adults.
Other courses may be offered upon request
and tailored to the needs of the individual organ-
ization.
Community Service Programs
This lifelong learning program offers cours-
es, seminars, and other learning activities that
contribute to the community's overall cultural,
civic, and intellectual growth. The program
offers adults the opportunity to develop new or
increased competence in the avocational,
academic, or practical skill areas. Courses are
offered in foreign languages, arts and crafts,
home improvements and repairs, and a wide
variety of personal development subjects.
General Policies and
Procedures
Admission, Registration, and Fees
Admission to all publicly offered Adult,
Corporate Education, and Continuing Education
programs is open to adults 18 years and older on
a first-come, space-available basis unless special
admission requirements must be met. Payment of
registration fees and any special fees must also be
made prior to attending class. See the college's
class schedule for current registration fees.
Continuing Education Unit (CEU)
Durham Technical Community College is
authorized to award continuing education units
(CEU) for the successful completion of non-credit
Occupational Extension/Continuing Education
courses. One CEU is defined as "10 contact hours
of participation in an organized continuing edu-
cation program under responsible sponsorship,
capable direction, and qualified irtstruction." The
number of CEUs awarded for a course is recorded
on the Continuing Education transcript and on
the certificate of completion awarded for courses
of 10 or more hours of instruction. The CEU is
widely accepted as a recognized standard of
professional development.
Course Refunds
If a Continuing Education course is can-
celled, a complete refund is made automatically.
Refunds are otherwise subject to the current poli-
cy and procedures in effect at the time of registra-
tion and consistent with state law. A copy of the
Continuing Education refund policy is available
at all registration sites and is published in the
class schedule.
Course Repeats
Anyone registering for the same Occupa-
tional Extension course more than twice in a
five-year period is subject to an additional regis-
tration charge unless the course is required for
certification or licensure renewal. The additional
charge is determined by dividing the total cost of
the course by the number of students registered.
Senior Citizens
Durham Tech waives the registration fee for
persons 65 years or older, unless a course is con-
ducted on a self-support basis. Senior citizens are
responsible for paying any additional fees or
expenses required for a course, such as the com-
puter use fee.
Self-Support Courses
Some courses are offered by the college on
a self-support basis, which means they are not
conducted with state funding. The fees for these
courses vary. Registration fee exemptions for sen-
ior citizens do not apply to self-support courses.
Accounting is often considered "the lan-
guage of business" because of the need to record,
classify, summarize, and interpret results of busi-
ness operations in quantitative or financial terms.
Its three major fields are public accounting, pri-
vate or industrial accounting, and governmental
and non-profit accounting.
In their work, accountants must often bring
difficult problems to a satisfactory conclusion by
gathering and analyzing relevant information;
and accountants must meet and talk with
employees throughout the organization.
Therefore, accountants must communicate
clearly and effectively and must understand all
facets of the organization.
The Accounting program is designed to
build a solid foundation in accounting principles,
Programs of Study
Accounting
theories, and practices. This is achieved by com-
bining accounting courses with courses in the
related fields of business and computing and by
supplementing this instruction with general edu-
cation subject matter such as English, public
speaking, and critical thinking.
The curriculum prepares the graduate for an
entry-level accounting position, such as junior
accountant, bookkeeper, accounting clerk, cost
clerk, and payroll clerk and for related occupa-
tions in data processing. With experience and
sometimes additional education, an individual
will be able to advance.
Students planning to sit for the Certified
Public Accountants' Examination may take
accounting courses toward fulfillment of that
exam's accounting education requirement.
Students may take day or evening classes.
Day students may complete the program in five
semesters. Evening students may complete the
program in eight semesters. The Associate of
Applied Science degree is awarded upon success-
ful completion of the program.
Required courses and plans of study suggest-
ing the order in which courses should be taken
are shown on this page.
Accounting - Degree
(A251 00) Day Program © 5 Semesters
1 - Fall
CLASS
HOURS
LAB CREDIT
ACC 120 Principles of Accounting I
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers
ENG 111 Expository Writing*
MAT 115 Mathematical Models*
2 - Spring
3 - Summer
BUS 115 Business Law I
COM 231 Public Speaking
PSY 150 General Psychology
Humanities Elective
4 - Fall
ACC 129
ACC 220
ACC 225
ECO 251
5 - Spring
ACC 121 Principles of Accounting II 3 2 4
ACC 140 Payroll Accounting 1 2 2
BUS 110 Intro, to Business 3 0 3
CIS 120 Spreadsheet I 2 2 3
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
0 3
0 3
0 3
Individual Income Taxes 2 2 3
Intermediate Accounting I 3 2 4
Cost Accounting 3 0 3
Principles of Microeconomics 3 0 3
Major Elective
ACC 221 Intermediate Accounting II 3 2 4
ACC 227 Practices in Accounting 3 0 3
ACC 269 Auditing 3 0 3
Major Elective
Major Elective
Required Course Credit Hours 60
Humanities Elective Credit Hours 3
Major Elective Credit Hours 9
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree 72
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
Accounting - Degree
(A251 00) Evening Program O 8 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
ACC 120 Principles of Accounting I 3 2 4
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers 2 2 3
MAT 115 Mathematical Models* 2 2 3
2 - Spring
ACC 121
CIS 120
ENG 111
3 - Summer
Principles of Accounting II 3 2 4
Spreadsheet I 2 2 3
Expository Writing* 3 0 3
BUS 110
ENG 112
PSY 150
4 - Fall
Intro, to Business 3 0 3
Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
General Psychology 3 0 3
ACC 140 Payroll Accounting 1 2 2
ACC 220 Intermediate Accounting I 3 2 4
BUS 115 Business Law I 3 0 3
5 - Spring
ACC 129 Individual Income Taxes
ACC 221 Intermediate Accounting
ACC 225 Cost Accounting
ACC 227 Practices in Accounting
ACC 269 Auditing
Major Elective
8 - Spring
COM 231 Public Speaking 3
ECO 251 Principles of Microeconomics 3
Major Elective
Required Course Credit Hours
Humanities Elective Credit Hours
Major Elective Credit Hours
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree
2 3
2 4
0 3
6-
- Summer
7-
-Fall
Humanities Elective
Major Elective
60
3
9
72
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The Architectural Technology curriculum
provides individuals with knowledge and skills
that will lead to employment and advancement
in the field of architectural technology. Technical
courses are included which will enable the gradu-
ate to advance info related areas of work as job
experience is obtained or to continue toward an
advanced degree in an associate field of
technology.
Architectural technicians translate the archi-
tect's design sketches into complete, accurate
plans and drawings for construction purposes.
The technician is involved in work requiring
Programs of Study
Architectural
Technology
knowledge of drafting, computer graphics, con-
struction materials, mechanical and structural
systems, estimating, building codes, and specifi-
cations.
Initial employment opportunities exist with
architectural and engineering firms, private utili-
ties, contractors, and municipal governments.
The Architectural Technology curriculum is a
two-year program which awards the Associate
of Applied Science degree. The Architectural
Technology program is offered during the day
and may be completed in five semesters.
Required courses and a plan of study
suggesting the order in which courses should
be taken are shown on this page.
Architectural Technology - Degree
(A40100) Day Program @ 5 Semesters
CLASS
HOURS
LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
ARC 111 Intro, to Architectural Tech. .16 3
ARC 1 1 2 Construction Materials and Methods 3 2 4
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers 2 2 3
ENG 111 Expository Writing* 3 0 3
2 - Spring
ARC 113 Residential Architectural Tech. 1 6 3
ARC 114 Architectural CAD 1 3 2
ARC 131 Building Codes 2 2 3
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
MAT 121 Algebra/Trigonometry I* 2 2 3
3- Summer
ARC 119 Structural Drafting
ARC 211 Light Construction Tech.
ARC 240 Site Planning
PSY 150 General Psychology
4 - Fall
ARC 132
ARC 230
ARC 236
ARC 263
PHY 121
5- Spring
ARC 212 Commercial Construction Tech. 1
ARC 213 Design Project 2
ARC 220 Advanced Architectural CAD 1
ARC 235 Architectural Portfolio 2
Humanities Elective
Required Course Credit Hours
Humanities Elective Credit Hours
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree
Specifications and Contracts 2 0 2
Environmental Systems 3 3 4
Architectural Mech/Elec Tech. 0 4 2
Intro, to ADA Title III 1 2 2
Applied Physics I 3 2 4
65
3
68
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
35
The Associate Degree Nursing curriculum is
designed to prepare the graduate to assess, ana-
lyze, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care.
The graduate is eligible to apply to take the
National Council Licensure Examination
(NCLEX-RN), which is required to practice as a
registered nurse.
Individuals desiring a career in registered
nursing should take biology, algebra, and chem-
istry courses before entering the program.
The registered nurse may be employed in a
wide variety of health care settings, such as hospi-
tals, long-term care facilities, clinics, physicians'
offices, industry, and community health agencies.
Approved by the North Carolina Board of
Nursing, the five-semester Associate Degree
Nursing program provides the knowledge and
skills needed to function effectively in all areas of
the profession. Clinical and classroom experi-
ences represent an integrated approach, with the
student moving from simple to complex nursing
concepts and skills. The classroom portion of the
program is taught during the day. Clinical experi-
ences are more flexible, with day and limited
evening rotations available at health care
facilities throughout the Triangle area.
A new student may enroll in the fall semes-
ter. Students are required to have CPR certifica-
tion and be a certified Nursing Assistant I before
entering the first nursing course. Students who
are licensed as a Practical Nurse may be enrolled
as an advanced-standing student. Program
graduates are awarded the Associate in Applied
Science degree.
Required courses and a plan of study sug-
gesting the order in which courses should be
taken are shown on this page.
Programs of Study
Associate Degree
Nursing
Associate Degree Nursing - Degree
(A45100) Day Program © 5 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CLINIC CREDIT
1 - Fall
BIO 168 Anatomy and Physiology I
CIS 113 Computer Basics
NUR 110 Nursing I
PSY 150 General Psychology
2 - Spring
3 3 0 4
0 2 0 1
5 3 6 8
3 0 0 3
BIO 169 Anatomy and Physiology II
NUR 120A Nursing II
NUR 120B Nursing II
PSY 281 Abnormal Psychology
3 3 0 4
2.5 1.5 3 4
2.5 1.5 3 4
3 0 0 3
3 - Summer
NUR 130 Nursing III
SOC 210 Intro, to Sociology
4 - Fall
4
3
3
0
6
0
7
3
BIO 275 Microbiology
ENG 111 Expository Writing*
NUR 21 OA Nursing IV
NUR 21 OB Nursing IV
5 - Spring
3 3 0 4
3 0 0 3
2.5 1.5 6 5
2.5 1.5 6 5
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 0 3
NUR 220 Nursing V 4 3 15 10
Humanities Elective
Required Course Credit Hours 71
Humanities Elective Credit Hours 3
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree 74
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
36
One out of every seven people in the United
States is employed by a business involved in the
automotive industry. Automotive repair and serv-
ice technicians are a large part of this group. The
need for and importance of automotive techni-
cians can be seen in the fact that more than 200
million cars, trucks, and buses are on the roads
today — all requiring maintenance, inspection,
and repair.
Work as an automotive technician varies in
different shops. Some shops provide service and
repair on all types of vehicles, while others
specialize in one or two makes of vehicle or types
of repair. Areas of specialization include engine
repair, automatic transmissions, manual trans-
missions and drive trains, suspension and steer-
ing, brakes, electrical/electronic systems, heating
Automotive Systems Technology -
(A601 60) Day Program @ 5 Semesters
1 - Fall '
Programs of Study
Automotive Systems
Technology
and air conditioning, and engine perfomiance.
Technicians inspect and test to determine
the causes of faulty operation and perform main-
tenance services. They repair or replace defective
parts to return the vehicle to its proper perform-
ance and economy using the technical informa-
tion systems, knowledge, and skills learned in the
Automotive Systems Technology program.
This program helps a student develop
technical and manual skills through class assign-
ments, discussions, and practical lab experiences
Degree Automotive
in the clean and well-equipped automotive shop
at Durham Tech. Day classes are offered in the
Automotive Systems Technology program; and
students may take evening classes to complete
certificate options in Chassis Servicing and
Engine Performance.
An Associate Degree in Applied Science is
awarded for successful completion of all require-
ments in the five-semester Automotive Systems
Technology program, and a diploma is awarded
for completing the three-semester program. A
student who successfully completes an evening
certificate option is awarded a certificate.
Required courses and plans of study suggest-
ing the order in which courses should be taken
are shown on this page.
CLASS
HOURS
LAB CREDIT
AUT
AUT
AUT
AUT
CIS
ENG
MAT
110
151
152
171
110
111
115
Intro, to Automotive Tech. 2 2 3
Brake Systems 2 2 3
Brake Systems Lab 0 2 1
Heating and Air Conditioning 2 3 3
Intro, to Microcomputers 2 2 3
Expository Writing* 3 0 3
Mathematical Models* 2 2 3
2 - Spring
AUT 115 Engine Fundamentals 2 3 3
AUT 116 Engine Repair 1 3 2
AUT 141 Suspension and Steering 2 4 4
AUT 161 Electrical Systems 2 6 4
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
HUM 115 Critical Thinking 3 0 3
3- Summer
COE 112 Co-Op Work Experience I
4 - Fall
20
AUT
164
Automotive Electronics
2
2
3
AUT
181
Engine Performance-Electrical
2
3
3
AUT
182
Engine Performance-Electrical Lab
0
3
1
AUT
231
Manual Drive Trains/Axles
2
3
3
AUT
232
Manual Drive Trains/Axles Lab
0
3
1
BUS
110
Intro, to Business
3
0
3
PHY
121
Applied Physics I
3
2
4
5 - Sprina
AUT
183
Engine Performance-Fuels
2
3
3
AUT
184
Engine Performance-Fuels Lab
0
3
1
AUT
221
Automatic Transmissions
2
6
4
AUT
281
Advanced Engine Performance
Social Science Elective
Required Course Credit Hours
2
2
3
69
Social Science Elective Credit Hours
3
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree 72
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT
060, MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be
required based on placement test results.
Systems Technology - Diploma
(D60160) Day Program © 3 Semesters
CLASS
HOURS
LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
AUT
AUT
AUT
CIS
ENG
MAT
110
151
152
110
111
115
Intro, to Automotive Tech. 2 2 3
Brake Systems 2 2 3
Brake Systems Lab 0 2 1
Intro, to Microcomputers 2 2 3
Expository Writing* 3 0 3
Mathematical Models* 2 2 3
2 - Spring
AUT 115 Engine Fundamentals 2 3 3
AUT 116 Engine Repair 1 3 2
AUT 141 Suspension and Steering 2 4 4
AUT 161 Electrical Systems 2 6 4
ENG 112 Argument-Basic Research 3 0 3
PHY 121 Applied Physics 3 2 4
3 - Summer
AUT 181 Engine Performance-Electrical 2
AUT 183 Engine Performance-Fuels 2
AUT 231 Manual Drive Trains/Axles 2
AUT 232 Manual Drive Trains/Axles Lab 0
Total Semester Hours Required for a Diploma
Chassis Servicing - Certificate
(C60160C) Evening Program © 3 Semesters
AUT 110 Intro, to Automotive Tech.
Suspension and Steering Systems
Brake Systems
Brake Systems Lab
Manual Drive Trains/Axles
Manual Drive Trains/Axles Lab
Engine Performance - Certificate
(C60160P) Evening Program O 3 Semesters
AUT 110 Intro, to Automotive Tech.
Electrical Systems
Engine Performance-Electrical
Engine Performance-Electrical Lab
Engine Performance-Fuels
Engine Performance-Fuels Lab
3
3
3
1
46
AUT
141
AUT
151
AUT
152
AUT
231
AUT
232
AUT
161
AUT
181
AUT
182
AUT
183
AUT
184
37
The Basic Law Enforcement Training
(BLET) certificate program prepares individuals
to take the Basic Training Law Enforcement
Officers Certification Examination (mandated by
the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education
and Training Standards Commission) and the
Justice Officers Basic Training Certification
Examination (mandated by the North Carolina
Sheriff's Education and Training Standards
Commission).
To complete this program successfully, the
student must satisfy the minimum requirements
for certification by one or both of these commis-
sions. On completing the program, the successful
student should possess the general attributes,
knowledge, and skills needed to function as a law
enforcement officer.
Programs of Study
Basic Law
Enforcement Training
Basic Law Enforcement Training is offered
only as a unit; it must be completed in its entirety
and cannot be taken in sections. State law
requires mandatory attendance of all classes. The
program director can authorize absences for
emergencies. If absences for any reason exceed
five percent of all classes, the student is automati-
cally excluded from further attendance and must
complete another offering of BLET in its entirety.
North Carolina's state, county, and munici-
pal governments offer job opportunities in law
enforcement. In addition, the knowledge, skills,
and abilities acquired in this course of study
qualify graduates for positions with private
enterprise in areas such as industrial, retail, and
private security.
The training includes a program of physical
activity. To be admitted to the BLET program, a
student must undergo a physical examination
which must be completed before starting the
program. Persons with felony convictions at any
time or with class "B" misdemeanor convictions
within the last five years are not eligible to enroll
in the program. Students completing this one-
semester program earn a certificate.
For more information, please call 686-3500.
For Basic Law Enforcement
Training program (C55120)
information, please call
(919) 686-3500.
38
The Business Administration curriculum is
designed to introduce students to the various
aspects of the free enterprise system. Students are
provided with a fundamental knowledge of busi-
ness functions and processes as well as an under-
standing of business organizations in today's
global economy.
Course work includes the study of business
concepts such as accounting, business law,
economics, management, and marketing. Skills
related to applying these concepts are developed
through the study of computer applications,
communication, team building, and decision
making.
Programs of Study
Business
Administration
Business Administration - Degree
(A25120) Day Program @ 5 Semesters
class
HOURS
LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
ACC
BUS
ECO
ENG
MAT
120
110
251
111
115
Principles of Accounting I 3 2 4
Intro, to Business 3 0 3
Principles of Microeconomics 3 0 3
Expository Writing* 3 0 3
Mathematical Models* 2 2 3
2 - Spring
ACC 121 Principles of Accounting II 3 2 4
BUS 137 Principles of Management 3 0 3
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers 2 2 3
ECO 252 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 0 3
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
3 - Summer
BUS 115 Business Law I
HUM 115 Critical Thinking
PSY 150 General Psychology
Major Elective
4 - Fall
BUS 225
BUS 255
CIS 120
MKT 120
5 - Spring
Business Finance 2 2 3
Organizational Behavior in Business 3 0 3
Spreadsheet I 2 2 3
Principles of Marketing 3 0 3
Major Elective
BUS 153 Human Resource Management 3
BUS 239 Business Applications Seminar 1
COM 231 Public Speaking 3
Major Elective
Required Course Credit Hours
Major Elective Credit Hours
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree
61
9
70
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
Through gaining this knowledge and
developing these skills, students have a sound
education base for lifelong learning. Graduates
are prepared for employment opportunities in
government agencies, financial institutions, and
large to small business or industry.
Students may complete this program during
the day or evening. Day students may complete
the program in five semesters. Evening students
may complete the program in eight semesters.
The Associate in Applied Science degree is award-
ed upon successful completion of the program.
Required courses and plans of study suggest-
ing the order in which courses should be taken
are shown on this page.
Business Administration - Degree
(A25120) Evening Program © 8 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
BUS 110 Intro, to Business 3 0 3
ENG 111 Expository Writing* 3 0 3
MAT 115 Mathematical Models* 2 2 3
2 - Spring
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers 2 2 3
ECO 251 Principles of Microeconomics 3 0 3
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
3 - Summer
BUS 115 Business Law I
HUM 115 Critical Thinking
PSY 150 General Psychology
4 - Fall
ACC 120 Principles of Accounting I 3 2 4
BUS 137 Principles of Management 3 0 3
ECO 252 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 0 3
5 - Spring
ACC 121 Principles of Accounting II 3 2 4
MKT 120 Principles of Marketing 3 0 3
Major Elective
6- Summer
CIS
COM
120
231
Spreadsheet I
Public Speaking
7 - Fall
BUS 153 Human Resource Management 3 0 3
BUS 255 Organizational Behavior in Business 3 0 3
Major Elective
8 - Spring
39
BUS 225 Business Finance 2
BUS 239 Business Applications Seminar 1
Major Elective
2
2
3
2
Required Course Credit Hours
Major Elective Credit Hours
61
9
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree
70
Operations Management is a concentration
of study in the Business Administration curricu-
lum. This concentration is designed to educate
individuals in the technical and managerial
aspects of operations for manufacturing and
service industries.
Analytical reasoning, problem solving, and
continuous improvement concepts required in
today's dynamic business and industry environ-
ments are emphasized. Concepts include quality;
productivity; organizational effectiveness; finan-
cial analysis; and the management of human,
physical, and information resources.
Graduates should qualify for leadership
positions by enhancing their professional skills
in supervision, team leadership, operations
planning, quality assurance, manufacturing and
service management, logistics/distribution,
health and safety, human resources manage-
ment, and inventory/materials management.
Programs of Study
Business Administration-
Operations Management
Technology
Both Associate in Applied Science degree and
diploma programs are offered for the Operations
Management concentration in Business
Administration. The degree program may be
completed in eight semesters, and the diploma
program may be completed in five semesters.
Students may complete either program in the
evening.
Required courses and plans of study suggest-
ing the order in which courses should be taken
are shown on this page.
Business Administration-Operations
Management - Degree
(A2512G) Evening Program © 8 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
BUS 110 Intro, to Business
ENG 111 Expository Writing*
MAT 115 Mathematical Models*
2 - Spring
COM 231 Public Speaking
HUM 115 Critical Thinking
PSY 150 General Psychology
4 -Fall
BUS
CIS
153
120
7 - Fall
ACC 120 Principles of Accounting I 3 2 4
ECO 251 Principles of Microeconomics 3 0 3
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
3 - Summer
0 3
0 3
0 3
BUS 137 Principles of Management 3 0 3
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers 2 2 3
ISC 121 Environmental Health and Safety 3 0 3
5 - Spring
BUS 115 Business Law I 3 0 3
ISC 210 Operations and Production Planning 3 0 3
MKT 120 Principles of Marketing 3 0 3
6 - Summer
Human Resource Management 3 0 3
Spreadsheet I 2 2 3
BUS 255 Organizational Behavior in Business 3 0 3
ISC 131 Quality Management 3 0 3
ISC 215 Job Analysis and Evaluation 3 0 3
8 - Spring
BUS 239 Business Applications Seminar 1 2 2
OMT 112 Materials Management 3 0 3
OMT 260 Issues in Operations Management 3 0 3
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree 69
Business Administration-Operations
Management - Diploma
(D2512G) Evening Program O 5 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
ENG 111 Expository Writing* 3 0 3
ISC 121 Environmental Health and Safety 3 0 3
MAT 115 Mathematical Models* 2 2 3
2 - Spring
BUS 115 Business Law I 3
ECO 251 Principles of Microeconomics 3
ISC 210 Operations and Production Planning 3
3 - Summer
ACC 120 Principles of Accounting I
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers
4 - Fall
BUS 137
BUS 255
ISC 131
5 - Spring
Principles of Management 3 0 3
Organizational Behavior in Business 3 0 3
Quality Management 3 0 3
MKT 120 Principles of Marketing 3 0 3
OMT 112 Materials Management 3 0 3
OMT 260 Issues in Operations Management 3 0 3
Total Semester Hours Required for a Diploma 43
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
40
The Clinical Trials Research Associate
curriculum prepares individuals to assist investi-
gators and clinical researchers in the initiation,
administration, coordination, and management
of clinical research studies for the development
of new drugs, clinical products, and treatment
regimens.
Course work includes in-depth study of drug
development, federal regulations, good clinical
practices, and clinical research processes.
Supervised fieldwork provides skills application in
protocol and CRF design, subject recruitment,
regulatory compliance, accountability for drugs
and devices, and auditing documentation in
clinical research studies.
Programs of Study
Clinical Trials
Research Associate
Students completing the seven-semester
evening program, which includes daytime field-
work rotations, may earn the Associate in Applied
Science degree.
Students with current experience in direct
clinical research may be eligible for the Level I
and Level II programs. Students completing the
four-semester Level I evening program or the
four-semester Level II evening program earn a
certificate.
Graduates may be eligible to sit for national
certification examinations. Research employment
opportunities include medical centers, hospitals,
pharmaceutical industries, clinics, research
facilities, biotechnology or device companies, and
physicians' offices.
Required courses and plans of study suggest-
ing the order in which courses should be taken
are shown on this page.
Clinical Trials Research Associate - Degree
(A451 90) Evening Program © 7 Semesters HOURS
With Daytime Fieldwork Rotations CU\SS LAB CLINIC CREDIT
1 - Fall
BIO 168 Anatomy and Physiology I 3 3 0 4
CTR 110 Intro, to Clinical Research 3 0 0 3
ENG 111 Expository Writing* 3 0 0 3
2 - Spring
BIO 169 Anatomy and Physiology II 3 3 0 4
CTR 112 Clinical Research Terminology 2 0 0 2
MAT 1 1 5 Mathematical Models* 2 2 0 3
3 - Summer
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers 2 2 0 3
CTR 115 Clinical Research Regulations 3 0 0 3
HUM 115 Critical Thinking 3 0 0 3
4 - Fall
BIO 271 Pathophysiology 3 0 0 3
CTR 130 Clinical Research Mgmt. 4 0 0 4
CTR 220 Research Site Management 3 0 0 3
5 - Spring
CTR 120 Research Protocol Design 3 0 0 3
CTR 1 50 Research Fieldwork I 0 0 15 5
PHM 120 Pharmacology I 3 0 0 3
6 - Summer
CTR 210 Research Data and Reports 2 0 0 2
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 0 3
PHM 125 Pharmacology II 3 0 0 3
7 - Fall
CTR 250 Research Fieldwork II 0 0 24 8
CTR 281 Trends in Clinical Research 3 0 0 3
SOC 215 Group Processes 3 0 0 3
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree 71
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
CTR
110
CTR
112
CTR
115
CTR
220
HUM
115
MAT
115
Clinical Trials Research Associate - Level I
Certificate
(C45190I) Evening Program © 4 Semesters
Intro, to Clinical Research
Clinical Research Terminology
Clinical Research Regulations
Research Site Management
Critical Thinking
Mathematical Models*
Clinical Trials Research Associate - Level II
Certificate
(C45190II) Evening Program © 4 Semesters
Research Protocol Design
Clinical Research Management
Research Data and Reports
Trends in Clinical Research
Group Processes
CTR
120
CTR
130
CTR
210
CTR
281
SOC
215
41
Computer Programming prepares individu-
als for employment as computer programmers
and related positions through study and applica-
tions in computer concepts, logic, programming
procedures, languages, operating systems, data
management, and business operations.
Using appropriate languages and software,
students solve business computer problems
through programming techniques and proce-
dures. Hands-on training is emphasized in
programming and related computer areas to
prepares students to adapt as systems evolve.
Graduates qualify for positions in business,
industry, and government organizations as pro-
Computer Programming - Degree
(A25130) Day Program @ 5 Semesters
1 - Fall
Programs of Study
Computer
Programming
grammers, programmer trainees, programmer/
analysts, software developers, systems technicians,
database specialists, computer specialists, software
specialists, or information systems managers.
Students may complete the five-semester day
offerings or seven-semester evening offerings in
the Computer Programming program and receive
an Associate in Applied Science degree.
Visual Basic Option - Certificate
(C25130V) Day O and Evening Program ©
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers
CIS 115 Intro, to Programming and Logic
CIS 152 Database Concepts and Applications
CIS 153 Database Applications
CSC 139 Visual Basic Programming
CSC 239 Advanced Visual Basic
Visual C++ Option - Certificate
(C25130C) Day © and Evening Program ©
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers
CIS 115 Intro, to Programming and Logic
CIS 286 Systems Analysis and Design
CSC 141 Visual C++ Programming
CSC 143 Object-Oriented Programming
CSC 241 Advanced Visual C++
CLASS
HOURS
LAB CREDIT
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers 2 2 3
CIS 115 Intro, to Programming and Logic 2 2 3
ENG 111 Expository Writing* 3 0 3
MAT 140 Survey of Mathematics* 3 0 3
MAT 140A Survey of Mathematics Lab 0 2 1
NET 110 Data Communication/Networking 2 2 3
2 - Spring
CIS 130 Survey of Operating Systems 2 3 3
CIS 152 Database Concepts & Applications 2 2 3
CSC 139 Visual Basic Programming 2 3 3
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
Humanities Elective
Social Science Elective
3 - Summer
CIS 172 Introduction to the Internet
CIS 246 Operating System - Unix
COM 231 Public Speaking
CSC 141 Visual C++ Programming
4 - Fall
2 3
2 3
3 0
2 3
ACC 120
CIS 286
CSC 143
CSC 239
5 - Spring
Principles of Accounting I 3 2 4
Systems Analysis & Design 3 0 3
Object Oriented Programming 2 3 3
Advanced Visual Basic 2 3 3
Major Elective
CIS 157 Database Programming I 2 2
COE 110 World of Work 1 0
COE 111 Co-Op Work Experience I 0 10
CSC 241 Advanced Visual C++ 2 3
Major Elective
Required Course Credit Hours
Major Elective Credit Hours
Humanities Elective Credit Hours
Social Science Elective Credit Hours
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree
61
7
3
3
74
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, or RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
HOURS
LAB CREDIT
Computer Programming - Degree
(A25130) Evening Program © 7 Semesters
CLASS
1 - Fall
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers
CIS 115 Intro, to Programming and Logic
ENG 111 Expository Writing*
MAT 140 Survey of Mathematics*
MAT 140A Survey of Mathematics Lab
2 - Spring
CIS 130 Survey of Operating Systems 2 3 3
CSC 139 Visual Basic Programming 2 3 3
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
NET 110 Data Communication/Networking 2 2 3
3 - Summer
ACC
CIS
120
152
4 - Fall
CIS 172 Intro, to the Internet
COM 231 Public Speaking
CSC 141 Visual C++ Programming
CSC 239 Advanced Visual Basic
5 - Spring
CSC 241
7- Fall
Advanced Visual C++
Humanities Elective
Principles of Accounting I 3 2 4
Database Concepts and Applications 2 2 3
CIS 246 Operating System - UNIX 2 3 3
CIS 286 Systems Analysis and Design 3 0 3
CSC 143 Object Oriented Programming 2 3 3
Major Elective
6 - Summer
CIS 157 Database Programming I 2 2 3
COE 110 World of Work 1 0 1
COE 111 Co-Op Work Experience I 10 1
Major Elective
Social Science Elective
Required Course Credit Hours 61
Major Elective Credit Hours 7
Humanities Elective Credit Hours 3
Social Science Elective Credit Hours 3
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree 74
42
The Criminal Justice Technology program
prepares students for a career in the multifaceted
criminal justice system. The curriculum is struc-
tured around a core of courses allowing students
to acquire the basic knowledge and skills needed
to work in law enforcement, private security, and
other related areas of criminal justice.
The curriculum, which covers a variety of
topics in criminal justice, focuses on developing
the ability to understand and apply legal con-
cepts, investigative techniques, interviewing and
interrogation methods, evidence collection and
presentation, report writing, patrol operations,
and traffic management.
The program also stresses practical skills
needed to deal with the complex social, psycho-
logical, political, and organizational factors that
Programs of Study
Criminal Justice
Technology
affect the discretionary decisions of law enforce-
ment personnel. This blend of specific skills and
informed perspectives prepares the Criminal
Justice Technology graduate to make the difficult
decisions often required when serving the needs
of the community.
Graduates find job opportunities in federal,
state, county, and municipal governments. The
knowledge and skills acquired in this program
also qualify graduates for positions with private
enterprise in areas such as industrial, retail, and
private security.
Graduates in Criminal Justice Technology
earn an Associate in Applied Science degree. This
degree program, which is offered during the day
and evening, may be completed in five semesters.
Classrooms, lab facilities, and faculty offices are
located at the college's Northern Durham Center.
Required courses and a plan of study sug-
gesting the order in which courses should be
taken are shown on this page.
"Students successfully completing a Basic Law Enforcement Training
course accredited by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education
and Training Standards Commission and the North Carolina Sheriff's
Education and Training Standards Commission will receive credit for
CJC 131, CJC 132, CJC 221, CJC 225, and CJC 231 toward the
Associate in Applied Science degree in Criminal Justice Technology.
Students must have successfully passed the Commissions' compre-
hensive certification examination. Students must have completed
Basic Law Enforcement Training since 1985.
Criminal Justice Technology - Degree
Day @ and Evening Program © 5 Semesters HOURS
(A55180) CLASS LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
CJC
CJC
CJC
ENG
111
112
121
111
Intro, to Criminal Justice 3 0 3
Criminology 3 0 3
Law Enforcement Operations 3 0 3
Expository Writing* 3 0 3
Major Elective
2 - Spring
CJC 132 Court Procedure and Evidence** 3 0 3
CJC 222 Criminalistics 3 0 3
CJC 231 Constitutional Law** 3 0 3
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
3 - Summer
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers
PSY 150 General Psychology
Humanities Elective
Social Sciences Elective
4 - Fall
CJC 114
CJC 122
CJC 141
CJC 212
CJC 215
5 - Spring
Investigative Photography 1 2 2
Community Policing 3 0 3
Corrections 3 0 3
Ethics and Community Relations 3 0 3
Organization and Administration 3 0 3
CJC 113 Juvenile Justice
CJC 131 Criminal Law**
CJC 213 Substance Abuse
CJC 221 Investigative Principles**
MAT 121 Algebra/Trigonometry I
Required Course Credit Hours
Humanities Elective Credit Hours
Major Elective Credit Hours
Social Sciences Elective Credit Hours
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree
3
3
3
4
3
60
3
3
3
69
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
**See left column.
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The Dental Laboratory Technology program
teaches the techniques and skills that enable
graduates to fabricate artificial dental restora-
tions, as prescribed by a licensed practicing
dentist, and to function effectively in the dental
laboratory.
With specialized hand instruments and
equipment, the dental laboratory technician uses
materials such as gypsum, waxes, acrylics,
ceramics, and metals to fabricate complete and
partial dentures, crowns, bridges, and orthodontic
appliances. Many dental laboratory technicians
specialize in crowns and bridges, dentures, or
dental ceramics. They may be employed by den-
tists, commercial dental laboratories, schools of
dentistry, or Veterans Administration hospitals.
Companies manufacturing dental materials and
equipment also employ technicians as sales
representatives.
Programs of Study
Dental Laboratory
Technology
This curriculum includes courses in com-
plete and partial denture techniques, crown and
bridge techniques, ceramics, and orthodontic
techniques. Students gain practical experience
during their fifth semester of study when they are
introduced to actual laboratory work through
rotations to off-campus laboratory sites.
Graduates of the five-semester day program
receive an Associate in Applied Science degree.
Certificate options are available in Cast Partial
Denture Techniques, Complete Denture
Techniques, Crown and Bridge Techniques, and
Dental Ceramic Techniques.
The Dental Laboratory Technology program
is accredited by the Commission on Dental
Accreditation. The Commission is a specialized
accrediting body recognized by the Commission
on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation
and by the United States Department of
Education. The Commission on Dental
Accreditation can be contacted at (312) 440-2719
or at 21 1 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL
60611.
Required courses and a plan of study sug-
gesting the order in which courses should be
taken are shown on this page.
Dental Laboratory Technology - Degree
(A45280) Day Program © 5 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
DLT
111
Dental Anatomy/Physiology
3
6
5
DLT
114
Dental Materials
1
6
3
DLT
116
Complete Dentures
1
9
4
ENG
111
Expository Writing*
3
0
3
PHS
2-S
121
Drina
Applied Physical Science I
3
2
4
DLT 123 Crown and Bridge 2 12 6
DLT 211 Advanced Complete Dentures 2 12 6
MAT 115 Mathematical Models* 2 2 3
Social Science Elective
3 - Summer
DLT 119 Wrought-Ortho Appliances
DLT 126 Advanced Crown and Bridge
Humanities Elective
4 - Fall
CIS
113
DLT
118
DLT
217
DLT
219
ENG
112
5 - Spring
Computer basics 0 2 1
Cast Partial Dentures 3 9 6
Ceramic Techniques 2 9 5
Jurisprudence and Ethics 1 0 1
Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
DLT 215 Advanced Partial Dentures 1 6 3
DLT 222 Advanced Ceramic Techniques 2 9 5
DLT 224 Dental Lab Practice 0 20 2
Required Course Credit Hours 68
Humanities Elective Credit Hours 3
Social Sciences Elective Credit Hours 3
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree 74
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
Cast Partial Denture Techniques - Certificate
(C45280P) Day Program O 2 Semesters
DLT 114 Dental Materials
DLT 118 Cast Partial Dentures
DLT 215 Advanced Partial Dentures
Complete Denture Techniques - Certificate
(C45280T) Day Program © 2 Semesters
DLT 114 Dental Materials
DLT 116 Complete Dentures
DLT 211 Advanced Complete Dentures
Crown and Bridge Techniques - Certificate
(C45280B) Day Program © 3 Semesters
DLT 111 Dental Anatomy/Physiology
DLT 114 Dental Materials
DLT 123 Crown and Bridge
DLT 1 26 Advanced Crown and Bridge
Dental Ceramic Techniques - Certificate
(C45280C) Day Program © 2 Semesters
DLT 217 Ceramic Techniques
DLT 222 Advanced Ceramic Techniques
PHS 121 Applied Physical Science I
44
The Early Childhood Associate program is
designed for individuals interested in working
with infants and young children. With the
increasing number of preschool children requir-
ing early care and education and with increasing
awareness of the role early experiences play in
shaping a child's future behavior, attitudes, and
abilities, the need for trained child care specialists
has risen dramatically.
The specialist strives to meet the develop-
mental needs of the individual child. A source of
warmth and security, the specialist organizes the
child's environment and facilitates learning. This
Programs of Study
Early Childhood
Associate
program integrates classroom learning and
fieldwork in child growth and development, the
physical and nutritional needs of children, their
care and guidance, and communication with
children and their parents, thus providing
students with the training needed to function
effectively as a child care specialist.
Early Childhood Associate - Degree
Afternoon @ & Evening Program © 5 Semesters
(A55220)
HOURS
CLASS LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
EDU 111
Early Childhood Credential I
2
0
2
EDU 144
Child Development I
3
0
3
ENG 111
Expository Writing*
3
0
3
MAT 115
Mathematical Models*
2
2
3
Humanities Elective
3
0
3
Social Science Elective
3
0
3
2 - Spring
EDU 112
Early Childhood Credential II
2
0
2
EDU 131
Child, Family, and Community
3
0
3
EDU 145
Child Development II
3
0
3
EDU 146
Child Guidance
3
0
3
EDU 234
Infants, Toddlers, and Twos
3
0
3
EDU 282
Early Childhood Literature
3
0
3
ENG 112
Argument-Based Research
Major Elective
3
0
3
3 - Summer
CIS 113
Computer Basics
0
2
1
EDU 161
Intro, to Exceptional Child
3
3
4
EDU 221
Children with Special Needs
3
0
3
EDU 261
Early Childhood Administration I
2
0
2
SOC 220
Social Problems
3
0
3
4 - Fall
EDU 152
Music, Movement, and Language
3
0
3
EDU 153
Health, Safety, and Nutrition
3
0
3
EDU 153A
Health, Safety, and Nutrition Lab
0
2
1
EDU 251
Exploration Activities
3
0
3
EDU 251A
Exploration Activities Lab
0
2
1
EDU 262
Early Childhood Administration II
3
0
3
5 - Spring
COE 111 Co-Op Work Experience I 0 10 1
EDU 154 Social and Emotional Development 3 0 3
EDU 1 62 Early Exp./Prosp. Teachers 1 2 2
Required Course Credit Hours 64
Humanities Elective Credit Hours 3
Major Elective Credit Hours 2
Social Science Elective Credit Hours 3
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree 72
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
The Early Childhood Associate program
offers courses to those who are beginning careers
in child care, who work with young children and
would like to increase their professional skills, or
who would like to start their own child care cen-
ters or homes. This' program also offers the North
Carolina Early Childhood Credential courses
(EDU 111 and 112) which the North Carolina
Division of Child Development requires for lead
teachers in child care and the Early Childhood
Administration Credential courses (EDU 26l and
262) required for directors and administrators
in child care. Students who plan to transfer to
four-year institutions can also benefit from the
curriculum.
Job opportunities are available in many
settings, including child care centers, nursery
schools, kindergartens, child development cen-
ters, hospitals, rehabilitation clinics, museums,
camps, and recreational centers. Classes are
taught during the afternoon and in the evening
to accommodate employees of schools and child
care centers.
Graduates of the program may receive an
Associate in Applied Science degree; certificate
options are available in Child Care Adminis-
tration and Management as well as in Child
Development. Students successfully completing
the certificate option receive a certificate of
completion.
Required courses and a plan of study
suggesting the order in which courses should be
taken are shown on this page.
Child Care Administration and
Management - Certificate
(C55220A) Afternoon @ & Evening Program O 2 Semesters
Intro, to Business
Intro, to Exceptional Child
Infants, Toddlers, and Twos
Early Childhood Administration I
Early Childhood Administration II
Social Problems
Child Development - Certificate
(C55220C) Afternoon O & Evening Program O 2 Semesters
BUS
110
EDU
161
EDU
234
EDU
261
EDU
262
SOC
220
Early Childhood Credential I
Early Childhood Credential II
Child, Family, and Community
Health, Safety, and Nutrition
EDU 111
EDU 112
EDU 131
EDU 153
EDU 153A Health, Safety, and Nutrition Lab
EDU 161 Intro, to Exceptional Child
EDU 234 Infant, Toddlers, and Twos
45
The Electrical/Electronics Technology
program provides training in the fundamentals of
electrical trades. Classroom and laboratory expe-
riences enable the student to become proficient in
installation and maintenance of electrical wiring;
transformers; AC and DC motors; motor control
circuits; lighting circuits; instrumentation; and
programmable logic controllers as used in resi-
dential, commercial, and industrial applications.
Classroom instruction includes the funda-
mentals of alternating and direct current; resi-
dential, commercial, and industrial installation
Electrical/Electronics Technology
(D35220) Day Program © 3 Semesters
1 - Fall
Programs of Study
Electrical/Electronics
Technology
and maintenance; the National Electrical Code;
AC and DC motors; transformers; electrical
control circuit diagrams; programmable logic
controllers; and process control instrumentation.
Additional classes include architectural drafting,
English, math, and health.
Diploma
class
HOURS
LAB CREDIT
DFT
ELC
ELC
ENG
HEA
MAT
115
112
118
111
112
101
Architectural Drafting
DC/AC Electricity
National Electrical Code
Expository Writing*
First Aid and CPR
Applied Mathematics I*
2 - Spring
ELC 113 Basic Wiring I
ELC 117 Motors and Controls
ELC 135 Electrical Machines I
ELC 213 Instrumentation
3 - Summer
ELC 115 Industrial Wiring 2 6 4
ELC 128 Introduction to PLC 2 3 3
ELC 215 Electrical Maintenance 2 3 3
Total Semester Hours Required for a Diploma 42
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required based on
placement test results.
Construction Electrician - Certificate
(C35220B) Evening Program ©
ELC 112 DC/AC Electricity
ELC 113 Basic Wiring I
ELC 115 Industrial Wiring
ELC 118 National Electrical Code
Control Electrician - Certificate
(C35220C) Evening Program ©
ELC 112 DC/AC Electricity
ELC 117 Motors and Controls
ELC 128 Intro, to PLC
ELC 213 Instrumentation
Maintenance Electrician - Certificate
(C35220M) Evening Program ©
ELC 112 DC/AC Electricity
ELC 117 Motors and Controls
ELC 135 Electrical Machines I
ELC 215 Electrical Maintenance
Students completing the Electrical/
Electronics Technology program earn a diploma
and may complete the day program in three
semesters or the evening program in six semes-
ters. Certificate options are available for training
in specific work needs. Students may complete
certificates in Construction Electrician, Control
Electrician, and Maintenance Electrician. The
certificate options may be completed in the
evening.
Required courses and plans of study suggest-
ing the order in which courses should be taken
are shown on this page.
(D35220) Evening Program © 6 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
ELC
ELC
MAT
112
113
101
DC/AC Electricity
Basic Wiring I
Applied Mathematics I*
2 - Spring
ELC 115 Industrial Wiring
ELC 117 Motors and Controls
3 - Summer
ELC
ENG
128
111
Introduction to PLC
Expository Writing*
4 - Fall
DFT
HEA
115
112
Architectural Drafting
First Aid and CPR
5 - Spring
ELC 118 National Electrical Code
ELC 135 Electrical Machines I
6 - Summer
ELC 213 Instrumentation
ELC 215 Electrical Maintenance
Total Semester Hours Required for a Diploma
4
3
42
46
We live in a world of electronics. From elec-
tronic garage door openers and videotape
recorders in the home to satellites relaying radio
and television programs from continent to conti-
nent, the field of electronics has a profound influ-
ence on the way we live and work. The electronic
computer is affecting the world of business and
industry. Medical electronics continues to be a
new frontier with a growing number of devices
used for diagnostic purposes. The space program
depends on electronics. Electronics is a diverse
and challenging field which continues to grow.
Because of rapid expansion and growth,
opportunities for careers in the electronics field
are excellent.
The Electronics Engineering Technology
program provides a theoretical and practical base
for electronics technicians who may work as
assistants to engineers or as liaisons between
engineers and skilled craftspersons. Electronics
technicians apply their technological skills to
problems related to research, design, develop-
ment, installation, operation, maintenance, sales,
and repair of electronic and computer equipment
and systems.
Programs of Study
Electronics Engineering
Technology
Special features of this program include
additional course offerings in digital and linear
integrated circuits, electronic communication
systems, fiber optics, computer upgrade and
repair, local area networks, robotics, microproces-
sor technology, and "C++" computer program-
ming. Curriculum courses are offered during the
day and in the evening. In addition to the degree
program, a Computer Repair certificate option is
also available.
Students may complete the Electronics
Engineering Technology program in six semes-
ters and receive the Associate in Applied Science
degree. Graduates are prepared for employment
in the electronics field. Those desiring to contin-
ue their education may transfer the credits earned
at Durham Technical Community College to a
number of universities for applying toward a
Bachelor of Technology degree.
Required courses and a plan of study
suggesting the order in which courses should be
taken are shown on this page.
Electronics Engineering Technology - Degree
(A40200) Day @ and Evening Program O 6 Semesters
class
HOURS
LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers 2 2
EGR 131 Intro, to Electronics Technology 1 2
ELC 131 DC/AC Circuit Analysis 4 3
MAT 121 Algebra/Trigonometry 1* 2 2
2 - Spring
CSC 120 Computing Fundamentals I 3 2 4
ELN 131 Electronic Devices 3 3 4
ENG 111 Expository Writing* 3 0 3
MAT 122 Algebra/Trigonometry II 2 2 3
3 - Summer
ELN 132 Linear IC Applications 3 3 4
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
MAT 1 45 Analytical Math 3 0 3
4 - Fall
ELN 133 Digital Electronics
ELN 234 Communication Systems
PHY 131 Physics-Mechanics
Humanities Elective
5 - Spring
Computer Repair - Certificate
(C40200R) Day @ and Evening Program ©
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers
CET 111 Computer Upgrade and Repair I
CET 211 Computer Upgrade and Repair II
NET 110 Data Communications and Networking
CET 111 Computer Upgrade and Repair I 2
ELN 232 Intro, to Microprocessors 3
ELN 236 Fiber Optics and Lasers 3
PSY 150 General Psychology 3
6 - Summer
CET 211 Computer Upgrade and Repair II 2
ELN 275 Troubleshooting 1
Major Elective
Required Course Credit Hours
Humanities Elective Credit Hours
Major Elective Credit Hours
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree
68
3
2
73
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
47
The Environment, Health, and Safety
Technology program prepares students for
employment as technicians in the industrial
hygiene, occupational safety, and environmental
technology fields. The program is designed to
provide students with a strong education in the
relevant regulations to enable them to work as
effective compliance officers and initial emer-
gency response technicians. The program offers a
concentrated core of courses that examine the
regulations of the Environmental Protection
Agency; Occupational, Safety, and Health Act; and
Department of Transportation which govern safe-
ty issues in work environments. These courses are
complemented by lab and lecture courses
addressing such subjects as occupational safety,
environmental management, and industrial
hygiene. Graduating students will be prepared for
environmental safety or occupational safety tech-
nician positions in industrial, research, health
care, and institutional facilities. The Associate in
Applied Science degree may be completed in five
semesters in the evening and through distance
learning options. Certificate programs, which
may be completed evenings, are available in
Environmental Management as well as in
Occupational Health and Safety.
Required courses and a plan of study
suggesting the order in which courses should be
taken are shown on this page.
Programs of Study
Environment, Health,
& Safety Technology
Environment, Health, and Safety
Technology - Degree
(A501 60) Evening Program © 5 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
CHM 131 Intro, to Chemistry 3
EHS 111 Occupational Safety and Engineering 5
ENG 111 Expository Writing* 3
Major Elective
2 - Spring
EHS 114 OSHA Regulations 3
EHS 211 Environmental Health and Toxicology 5
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3
MAT 121 Algebra/Trigonometry I 2
0
3
0
5
0
3
0
3
0
5
0
3
2
3
3 - Summer
CIS 110
4 - Fall
Intro, to Computers
Humanities Elective
Social Science Elective
EHS 112 Industrial Hygiene 5 0 5
EHS 116 Environmental Management 4 0 4
FIP 230 Chemistry of Hazardous Materials I 5 0 5
Major Elective
5 - Spring
EHS 212 Industrial Hygiene Sampling 3
EHS 215 Incident Management 3
Major Elective
Major Elective
Required Course Credit Hours
Humanities Elective Credit Hours
Major Elective Credit Hours
Social Science Elective Credit Hours
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree
50
3
11
3
67
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
Environmental Management - Certificate
(C50160M) Evening Program © 2 Semesters
EHS 116 Environmental Management
EHS 211 Environmental Health and Toxicology
EHS 215 Incident Management
FIP 230 Chemistry of Hazardous Materials I
Occupational Health and Safety - Certificate
(C50160S) Evening Program © 2 Semesters
EHS 111 Occupational Safety and Engineering
EHS 112 Industrial Hygiene
EHS 114 OSHA Regulations
EHS 212 Industrial Hygiene Sampling
48
The Fire Protection Technology program
provides technical and professional knowledge for
individuals interested in fire service careers. The
program also enables the graduate to develop the
management and supervisory skills needed in fire
service.
Classroom and laboratory exercises intro-
duce the student to various fire hazards, fire pre-
vention problems, and fire service administrative
issues. The student learns technical skills such as
calculating pump hydraulics, investigating arson
scenes, applying firefighting strategies, and treat-
ing and disposing of hazardous materials. The
Programs of Study
Fire Protection
Technology
program also emphasizes the management
practices used in modern fire protection agencies.
Graduates of the program may be employed
by local and state government agencies,
industrial firms, and insurance companies.
Graduates of the Fire Protection Technology
program receive an Associate in Applied Science
degree. Fire Protection Technology classes are
taught in the evening for the degree program.
Arson Investigation and Wildland Fire Suppres-
sion certificate options are also available and
may be completed during the day in two
semesters each. Classrooms, lab facilities, and
faculty offices are located at Durham Tech's
Northern Durham Center.
Required courses and a plan of study
suggesting the order in which courses should be
taken are shown on this page.
Fire Protection Technology - Degree
(A55240) Evening Program © 5 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers 2 2 3
ENG 111 Expository Writing* 3 0 3
FIP 120 Intro, to Fire Protection 2 0 2
FIP 128 Detection and Investigation 3 0 3
FIP 132 Building Construction 3 0 3
2 - Spring
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
FIP 124 Fire Prevention and Public Education 3 0 3
FIP 136 Inspections and Codes 3 0 3
FIP 220 Fire Fighting Strategies 3 0 3
MAT 115 Mathematics Models* 2 2 3
3 - Summer
POL 120
4 - Fall
American Government
Humanities Elective
Social Science Elective
FIP 228
FIP 230
FIP
FIP
FIP
FIP
232
244
256
276
Local Government Finance 2 0 2
Chemistry of Hazardous Materials I 5 0 5
Hydraulics and Water Distribution 2 2 3
Fire Protection Project 3 0 3
Municipal Public Relations 2 0 2
Managing Fire Services 3 0 3
5 - Spring
FIP 152 Fire Protection Law 2
FIP 240 Fire Service Supervision 2
FIP 248 Fire Service Personnel Administration 3
FIP 260 Fire Protection Planning 3
Major Elective
Required Course Credit Hours
Humanities Elective Credit Hours
Social Science Elective Credit Hours
Major Elective Credit Hours
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree
60
3
3
3
69
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
Fire Management - Certificate
(C55240M) Day © or Evening Program ©
Expository Writing*
Local Government Finance
Fire Service Supervision
Fire Service Personnel Administration
Municipal Public Relations
Managing Fire Services
Wildland Fire Suppression - Certificate
(C55240W) Day Program © 2 Semesters
FIP 180 Wildland Fire Behavior
FIP 188 Intro, to Wildland Fires
FIP 268 Wildland Fire Management
FIP 272 Wildland Fire Strategy
ENG
111
FIP
228
FIP
240
FIP
248
FIP
256
FIP
276
49
The General Education program offers max-
imum flexibility for students who want to individ-
ualize a plan of study. It is ideal for students who
want a broad education or for those who have not
selected a major area of study.
A total of 64 credit hours is required for the
Associate in General Education degree; and each
student must complete a minimum 18-hour core
of courses in English, social sciences, humanities,
and mathematics/science. The remaining hours
may be selected from any of the college's courses
numbered 1 10 and above which are not designat-
ed for diploma or certificate programs.
Students who already have a college degree
may transfer up to 36 hours of course work into
the General Education program for elective
hours. Courses that are equivalent to the 18-hour
group of courses will also be accepted for transfer.
Students seeking a first degree may transfer more
than 36 elective hours into the program, provided
that at least 1/4 of the total credit hours required
are completed at Durham Tech, including 9 of
the final 18 hours.
Students may enroll in this individualized
program any semester and can complete require-
ments through day or evening classes.
Programs of Study
General Education
Associate in General Education (A10300)
The Associate in General Education degree is awarded upon successful completion of 64 semester credit hours, including the minimum in each of the
areas below. All courses must be numbered 110 or above and not designated as diploma or certificate courses.
English - 6 credit hours as follows:
ENG 111 and either ENG 112or 113
Humanities - 6 credit hours selected from the following:
ART, ENG (excluding ENG 111, ENG 112,
ENG 113, or ENG 114), HUM, MUS, PHI, REL
Mathematics or Science - 3 credit hours selected from the following
BIO, CHM, MAT, PHY
Social Sciences - 3 credit hours selected from the following:
ANT, ECO, GEO, HIS, POL, PSY, SOC
Electives - Sufficient for program total of 64 credit hours selected
from the following:
ACA, ANT, ART, BIO, CHM, COM, CSC,
ECO, ENG, courses numbered 110 and
above not used to satisfy previous
requirements (not including ENG 111,
ENG 112, ENG 113, or ENG 114), FRE,
GEO, GER, HEA, HIS, MAT, MUS, PED,
PHI, PHY, POL, PSY, SOC, SPA, or any
technical courses not designated in the
common course library as diploma or
certificate courses
50
The Health Information Technology curricu-
lum prepares individuals with the knowledge and
skills to process, maintain, compile, and report
health care information.
A health information technician or coder
analyzes health information, assigns codes, and
indexes diagnoses and procedures to support
clinical care; to assist medical research in
hospitals, physicians' offices, and other health
care facilities; and to provide information for
reimbursement purposes.
Graduates may find employment in hospi-
tals, rehabilitation facilities, long-term care facil-
ities, health insurance organizations, out-patient
clinics, mental health facilities, and home health
organizations.
A graduate of the diploma program may be
eligible to write the national examination for cer-
tification as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS).
Courses in computer science, biology, and health
occupations are helpful to students preparing
for the Health Information Technology field.
Day and evening classes are available in this
program.
Required courses and plans of study suggest-
ing the order in which courses should be taken
are shown on this page.
Programs of Study
Health Information
Technology
Health Information Technology - Diploma
(D45360) Day Program © 3 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CLINIC CREDIT
1 - Fall
BIO 163 Basic Anatomy and Physiology 4 2 0 5
ENG 111 Expository Writing* 3 0 0 3
HIT 112 Health Law and Ethics 3 0 0 3
MED 121 Medical Terminology I 3 0 0 3
2 - Spring
ENG 112
HIT 114
HIT 212
HIT 226
MED 122
3 - Summer
Argument-Based Research
Record Systems/Standards
Coding/Classification I
Principles of Disease
Medical Terminology II
3 0 0 3
2 3 0 3
3 3 0 4
3 0 0 3
3 0 0 3
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers
HIT 124 Directed Practice II
HIT 214 Coding/Classification II
HIT 222 Directed Practice III
Total Semester Hours Required for a Diploma
2 2 0 3
10 3 2
3 3 0 4
0 0 6 2
41
Health Information Technology - Diploma
(D45360) Evening Program © 4 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CLINIC CREDIT
1 - Fall
BIO 163 Basic Anatomy and Physiology 4 2 0 5
ENG 111 Expository Writing* 3 0 0 3
MED 121 Medical Terminology I 3 0 0 3
2 - Spring
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 0 3
HIT 212 Coding/Classification I 3 3 0 4
HIT 226 Principles of Disease 3 0 0 3
MED 122 Medical Terminology II 3 0 0 3
3 - Summer
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers
HIT 214 Coding/Classification II
4 -Fall
2
3
2
3
0
0
3
4
HIT 112 Health Law and Ethics
HIT 114 Record Systems/Standards
HIT 124 Directed Practice II
HIT 222 Directed Practice III
Total Semester Hours Required for a Diploma
3
0
0
3
2
3
0
3
1
0
3
2
0
0
6
2
41
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
51
The Information Systems curriculum prepares
graduates for employment with organizations that
use computers to process, manage, and communi-
cate information. This flexible program is designed
to meet community information systems needs.
Course work includes computer systems termi-
nology, logic, operating systems, database, spread-
sheet, data communications/networking, and relat-
ed business topics. Studies provide experience for
students to implement, support, and customize
industry-standard information systems.
Graduates should qualify for a variety of com-
puter-related, entry-level positions that provide
Information Systems - Degree
(A25260) Day Program © 5 Semesters
1 - Fall
Programs of Study
Information Systems
opportunities for advancement with increasing
experience and ongoing training. Duties may
include systems maintenance and troubleshooting,
support and training, and business applications
design and implementation.
Students completing the Information Systems
program receive an Associate in Applied Science
degree. Students may complete the program during
the day in five semesters and during the evening in
eight semesters. A Software Applications certificate
option is also available. Required courses and plans
of study suggesting the order in which courses
should be taken are shown on this page.
Software Applications - Certificate
(C25260S) Day © & Evening Program ©
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers
CIS 120 Spreadsheet I
CIS 152 Database Concepts & Applications
CIS 169 Business Presentations
CIS 225 Integrated Software
OST 136 Word Processing
CLASS
HOURS
LAB CREDIT
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers 2 2 3
CIS 115 Intro, to Programming and Logic 2 2 3
ENG 111 Expository Writing* 3 0 3
MAT 140 Survey of Mathematics* 3 0 3
MAT 140A Survey of Mathematics Lab 0 2 1
NET 110 Data Communication/Networking 2 2 3
2 - Spring
CIS 120
CIS 130
CIS 152
ENG 112
OST 136
3- Summer
Spreadsheet I 2 2 3
Survey of Operating Systems 2 3 3
Database Concepts and Applications 2 2 3
Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
Word Processing 1 2 2
Social Science Elective
ACC 120 Principles of Accounting I 3 2 4
CIS 145 Operating System - Single User 2 2 3.
CIS 165 Desktop Publishing I 2 2 3
4 - Fall
CET 111
CIS 153
CIS 169
CIS 172
5 - Spring
Computer Upgrade/Repair I 2 3 3
Database Applications 2 2 3
Business Presentations 1 2 2
Intro, to the Internet 2 3 3
Humanities Elective
Major Elective
CET 211 Computer Upgrade/Repair II 2 3 3
CIS 162 Multi-Media Presentation Software 2 2 3
CIS 225 Integrated Software 1 2 2
COM 231 Public Speaking 3 0 3
Major Elective
Major Elective
Required Course Credit Hours 62
Major Elective Credit Hours 7
Humanities Elective Credit Hours 3
Social Science Elective Credit Hours 3
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree 75
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
Information Systems - Degree
(A25260) Evening Program © 8 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers
CIS 115 Intro, to Programming and Logic
ENG 111 Expository Writing*
MAT 140 Survey of Mathematics*
MAT 140A Survey of Mathematics Lab
2 - Spring
CIS 130 Survey of Operating Systems 2
CIS 1 52 Database Concepts and Applications 2
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3
NET 110 Data Communication/Networking 2
3 - Summer
CET 211
7 - Fall
Computer Upgrade/Repair II
Major Elective
CIS 225 Integrated Software 1
COM 231 Public Speaking 3
Major Elective
Required Course Credit Hours
Major Elective Credit Hours
Humanities Elective Credit Hours
Social Science Elective Credit Hours
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree
ACC 120 Principles of Accounting I
CIS 145 Operating System - Single User
4 - Fall
CIS 120 Spreadsheet I
CIS 165 Desktop Publishing I
OST 136 Word Processing
Social Science Elective
5 - Spring
CET 111 Computer Upgrade/Repair I 2 3 3
CIS 153 Database Applications 2 2 3
CIS 172 Intro, to the Internet 2 3 3
Humanities Elective
6 - Summer
CIS 162 Multi-Media Presentation Software 2 2 3
CIS 169 Business Presentations 1 2 2
Major Elective
8 - Spring
62
7
3
3
75
52
A Network Administration and Support con-
centration plan of study is also available in the
Information Systems program. This program con-
centration prepares students to install and support
networks. Strong analytical skills and extensive
computer knowledge are also developed.
Course work includes extensive hands-on
experience with networks. Classes cover media
types, topologies, and protocols with installation
and support of hardware and software, trouble-
shooting network and computer problems, and
administrative responsibilities. Elective choices
provide opportunity for specialization.
Graduates should qualify for positions such as
LAN/PC administrator, microcomputer support spe-
cialist, network control operator, communications
technician/analyst, network/computer consultant,
and information systems specialist. Graduates are
also prepared to sit for certification exams which
can result in industry-recognized credentials.
Programs of Study
Information Systems-
Network Administration
& Support
Students may complete the five-semester day
offerings or eight-semester evening offerings in
the Information Systems-Network Administration
and Support concentration program and receive
an Associate in Applied Science degree.
Additional certificate options are available in
NetWare Administration and Network +.
Required courses and plans of study suggest-
ing the order in which courses should be taken
are shown on this page.
NetWare Administration - Certificate
(C2526DA) Day O and Evening Program ©
CIS 173 Network Theory
CIS
175
Network Management I
CIS
275
Network Management II
CIS
277
Network Design and Administration
CIS
287
Network Support
Network
+ - Certificate
(C2526DB) Day © and Evening Program C
CET
111
Computer Upgrade/Repair I
CET
211
Computer Upgrade/Repair II
CIS
110
Intro, to Computers
CIS
173
Network Theory
CIS
174
Network System Manager I
CIS
274
Network System Manager I
CIS
175
Network Management I
CIS
275
Network Management II
CIS
277
Network Design and Administration
Information Systems-Network Administration
and Support - Degree
(A2526D) Day Program © 5 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers 2 2 3
CIS 115 Intro, to Programming and Logic 2 2 3
ENG 111 Expository Writing* " 3 0 3
MAT 140 Survey of Mathematics* 3 0 3
MAT 140A Survey of Mathematics Lab 0 2 1
NET 110 Data Communication/Networking 2 2 3
2 - Spring
CIS 130 Survey of Operating Systems 2 3 3
CIS 173 Network Theory 2 2 3
CIS 174 Network System Manager I 2 2 3
CIS 175 Network Management I 2 2 3
BUS 110 Intro, to Business 3 0 3
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
3 - Summer
CET 111 Computer Upgrade/Repair I 2 3 3
CIS 172 Intro, to Internet 2 2 3
COM 231 Public Speaking 3 0 3
Social Science Elective
4 - Fall
CIS 152 Database Concepts and Applications 2 2 3
CIS 274 Network System Manager II 2 2 3
CIS 275 Network Management II 2 2 3
NET 125 Routing and Switching 1 4 3
Humanities Elective
Major Elective
5 - Spring
CIS 277 Network Design and Implementation 2
CIS 287 Network Support 2
COE 110 World of Work 1
COE 111 Co-Op Work Experience I 0
Major Elective
Required Course Credit Hours
Major Elective Credit Hours
Humanities Elective Credit Hours
Social Science Elective Credit Hours
2
2
0
10
3
3
1
1
63
6
3
3
75
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
information Systems-Network Administration
and Support - Degree
(A2526D) Evening Program © 8 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers
CIS 115 Intro, to Programming and Logic
MAT 140 Survey of Mathematics*
MAT 140A Survey of Mathematics Lab
NET 110 Data Communication/Networking
2 - Spring \
CET 111 Computer Upgrade/Repair I 2 3 3
CIS 173 Network Theory 2 2 3
CIS 175 Network Management I 2 2 3
ENG 111 Expository Writing* 3 0 3
BUS 110
CIS 130
CIS 174
CIS 275
5 - Spring
CIS 152
CIS 274
CIS 287
6- Summer
COM 231
7 - Fall
Public Speaking
Social Science Elective
CIS
NET
277
125
8 - Spring
3 - Summer
CIS 272 Intro, to Internet
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research
4 - Fall
2
3
2
0
3
3
Intro, to Business 3 0 3
Survey of Operating Systems 2 3 3
Network System Manager I 2 2 3
Network Management II 2 2 3
Database Concepts and Applications 2 2 3
Network System Manager II 2 2 3
Network Support 2 2 3
Humanities Elective
Network Design and Implementation 2 2 3
Routing and Switching 1 4 3
Major Elective
COE 110 World of Work
COE 111 Co-Op Work Experience I
Major Elective
Required Course Credit Hours
Major Elective Credit Hours
Humanities Elective Credit Hours
Social Science Elective Credit Hours
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree
1
0
1
0
10
1
63
6
3
3
75
53
A machinist is a skilled craftsperson who
shapes metal using machine and hand tools. To
make precision parts from metal, a machinist
selects the proper tools and materials to cut and
shape the metal according to size specifications
stated on a blueprint or in written requirements.
The Machining Technology program pro-
vides individuals the opportunity to acquire the
basic skills and related technical information
needed to become a machinist. The student
learns to set up and operate the various machine
tools found in a modern shop, to read blueprints,
and to make the calculations required to produce
precision parts. The program also offers training
in using such state-of-the-art equipment as com-
puter numerically controlled machine tools. In
addition to using machine tools, student machin-
ists learn the characteristics of various metals and
how to use instruments to measure the accuracy
of work.
Programs of Study
Machining Technology
Machinist skills can open the door to a
career with job security and good earning
potential. New and expanding industries in the
Triangle and surrounding areas need skilled
machinists; thus, the demand is expected to
continue to grow. Precision is the key to the work
of a machinist, and the challenge of creating
precision metal parts can provide a rewarding
career.
Machining Technology classes are offered
during the day and evening. Students may com-
plete this diploma program in three semesters
taking day classes or six semesters taking evening
classes.
Required courses and plans of study suggest-
ing the order in which courses should be taken
are shown on this page.
Machining Technology - Diploma
(D50300) Day Program © 3 Semesters
1 - Fall
class
HOURS
LAB CREDIT
DFT
MAC
MAC
MAT
PHY
117
111
121
101
121
Technical Drafting
Machining Technology I
Intro, to CNC
Applied Mathematics I*
Applied Physics I
2 - Spring
BPR 111 Blueprint Reading
ENG 111 Expository Writing*
MAC 112 Machining Technology II
MAC 124 CNC Milling
MAC 151 Machining Calculations
MAC 248 Production Procedures
3 - Summer
1 2
2 12
2 0
2 2
3 2
2
0
12
3
2
2
BPR 121 Blueprint Reading: Mechanical 1 2 2
MAC 113 Machining Technology III 2 12 6
MAC 224 Advanced CNC Milling 1 3 2
MAC 241 Jigs and Fixtures I 2 6 4
Total Semester Hours Required for a Diploma 48
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
Machining Technology - Diploma
(D50300) Evening Program © 6 Semesters
CLASS
1 - Fall
HOURS
LAB CREDIT
MAC 111 Machining Technology I
2
12
6
2 - Spring
MAC 112 Machining Technology II
2
12
6
3 - Summer
DFT 117 Technical Drafting
MAC 121 Intro, to CNC
MAC 241 Jigs and Fixtures I
MAT 101 Applied Mathematics I*
4 - Fall
BPR 111 Blueprint Reading
ENG 111 Expository Writing*
MAC 124 CNC Milling
MAC 151 Machining Calculations
5 - Spring
1 2
2 0
2 6
2 2
1 2
3 0
1 3
1 2
MAC 113 Machining Technology III
Total Semester Hours Required for a Diploma
12
BPR 121 Blueprint Reading: Mechanical 1 2 2
MAC 224 Advanced CNC Milling 1 3 2
MAC 248 Production Procedures 1 2 2
PHY 121 Applied Physics I 3 2 4
6 - Summer
48
54
For the student seeking diversity, challenge,
and a role in the rapidly changing world of
modern medicine, Durham Tech's Medical Office
Administration program offers the opportunity to
acquire skills and knowledge as a medical office
professional.
The student develops office skills in such
basic areas as keyboarding, word processing, and
communication. These skills are complemented
by courses in medical legal issues, medical
terminology, billing and coding, and medical
transcription.
Programs of Study
Medical
Office Administration
Employment opportunities include the
offices of allied health facilities, HMOs, insurance
claim processors, laboratories, and manufactur-
ers and suppliers of medical and hospital
equipment.
Classes in Medical Office Administration are
offered during the day and in the evening.
Students may complete the Associate in Applied
Science degree in five semesters taking classes
during the day or in seven semesters taking
evening classes.
Required courses and plans of study suggest-
ing the order in which courses should be taken
are shown on this page.
Medical Office Administration - Degree
(A2531 0) Day Program @ 5 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
BUS
ENG
MAT
OST
OST
OST
110
111
115
131
149
184
Intro, to Business
Expository Writing*
Mathematical Models*
Keyboarding
Medical Legal Issues
Records Management
2 - Spring
3 - Summer
MED
OST
OST
OST
121
136
148
164
4 - Fall
COM 111
MED 122
OST 241
OST 243
OST 286
OST 289
5 - Spring
COE 110 World of Work 1 0
COE 112 Co-Op Work Experience I 0 20
OST 236 Adv. Word/Information Processing 2 2
OST 242 Medical Office Transcription II 1 2
OST 284 Emerging Technologies 1 2
Humanities Elective
Required Course Credit Hours
Humanities Elective
Social Science Elective Credit Hours
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree
ACC 120 Principles of Accounting I 3 2 4
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers 2 2 3
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
OST 132 Keyboard Skill Building 1 2 2
OST 134 Text Entry and Formatting 2 2 3
Medical Terminology I 3 0 3
Word Processing 1 2 2
Medical Coding, Billing, and Insurance 3 0 3
Text Editing Applications 3 0 3
Social Science Elective
Voice and Diction I 3 0 3
Medical Terminology II 3 0 3
Medical Office Transcription I 12 2
Medical Office Simulation 2 2 3
Professional Development 3 0 3
Office Systems Management 2 2 3
69
3
3
75
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
Medical Office Administration - Degree
(A25310) Evening Program © 7 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
BUS 110 Intro, to Business 3 0 3
ENG 111 Expository Writing* 3 0 3
MAT 115 Mathematical Models* 2 2 3
OST 131 Keyboarding 1 2 2
2 - Spring
ACC 120 Principles of Accounting I 3 2 4
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers 2 2 3
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
OST 132 Keyboard Skill Building 1 2 2
3 - Summer
COM 111
OST 134
OST 149
4 - Fall
Voice and Diction I 3 0 3
Text Entry and Formatting 2 2 3
Medical Legal Issues 3 0 3
MED 121 Medical Terminology I
OST 136 Word Processing
OST 164 Text Editing Applications
OST 184 Records Management
5 - Spring
MED 122 Medical Terminology II
OST 1 48 Medical Coding, Billing, and Insurance
OST 236 Adv. Word/Information Processing
OST 284 Emerging Technologies
6 - Summer
3
0
3
1
2
2
3
0
3
1
2
2
3
0
3
3
0
3
2
2
3
1
2
2
OST 241 Medical Office Transcription
OST 286 Professional Development
Humanities Elective
7 - Fall
COE 110 World of Work
COE 112 Co-Op Work Experience I
OST 242 Medical Office Transcription II
OST 243 Medical Office Simulation
OST 289 Office Systems Management
Social Science Elective
Required Course Credit Hours
Humanities Elective Credit Hours
Social Science Elective Credit Hours
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree 75
1
0
1
0
20
2
1
2
2
2
2
3
2
2
3
69
3
3
55
Durham Technical Community College
offers a two-year associate's degree program to
train occupational therapy assistants in the
Triangle area. The curriculum prepares graduates
to work under the guidance and supervision of a
registered occupational therapist (OTR/L).
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants
(COTAs) help registered therapists in all aspects
of occupational therapy from screening and
assessment to treatment and documentation.
OT is a rehabilitation profession that focuses
on doing and action. OT professionals work with
people to improve their ability to participate in
work, leisure, and self-care activities. They work
with all age groups in a wide variety of settings.
Children are assisted with school and play skills.
Adolescents are assisted with prevocational and
social skills. Adults are assisted in recovering
from injuries or helping them cope with long-
term illnesses or disabilities. Older adults are
assisted in regaining skills or making changes in
their homes for safer or more independent living
situations. OT personnel work in hospitals,
rehabilitation centers, schools, nursing homes,
community settings, home health agencies, psy-
chiatric and mental health centers, hand therapy
sites, and other health care settings. Treatment
may be conducted in individual or group ses-
sions. Activities that are personally meaningful
are also used to assist clients in meeting their
goals. OT personnel must be flexible, empathetic,
organized, and creative to provide clients with the
best opportunities to progress and achieve what is
important to them.
Acceptance for admission is conducted on a
first-come, first-served basis. All admissions
requirements must be completed prior to a
student's placement on the waiting list. Courses
are offered in a sequential order, starting once
each year. All eligible students may take non-OTA
prefix courses as soon as they complete college
admission requirements for curriculum students.
Students may elect to complete the program on
an extended part-time basis, with faculty consul-
tation; however, full-time clinical internships are
a critical part of the OTA training program and
must be completed within 18 months of other
class work to successfully complete the program.
Clinical sites are spread throughout the region,
and reliable transportation is essential.
After completing the curriculum plan of
study, the student is awarded an Associate in
Programs of Study
Occupational
Therapy Assistant
Applied Science degree in Occupational Therapy
Assistant. The program is accredited by the
Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy
Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupa-
tional Therapy Association (AOTA). AOTA'can be
contacted for further information about OTA
programs at 4720 Montgomery Lane, Bethesda,
MD 20824-3425 or by calling (301) 653-AOTA.
Graduates from the program are eligible to
sit for the national certification examination for
occupational therapy assistants. This exam is
administered by the National Board of
Certification in Occupational Therapy. To receive
information, call (301) 990-7979- The state of
North Carolina requires licensure based on com-
pletion of an accredited program and passage of
the NBCOT examination in order to practice
under OTR supervision. These processes are sepa-
rate from the college's program and graduation
requirements.
Required courses and a plan of study sug-
gesting the order in which courses should be
taken are shown on this page.
3 3 0 4
3 0 0 3
2 3 0 3
3 0 0 3
Occupational Therapy Assistant - Degree
(A45500) Day Program O 6 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CLINIC CREDIT
1 - Summer
BIO 168 Anatomy and Physiology I
ENG 111 Expository Writing*
OTA 110 Fundamentals of OT
PSY 150 General Psychology
2 - Fall
BIO 169 Anatomy and Physiology II 3 3 0 4
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 0 3
OTA 120 OT Media I 13 0 2
OTA 140 Professional Skills I 0 3 0 1
PSY 281 Abnormal Psychology 3 0 0 3
3 - Spring
OTA 130 Assessment Skills 2 3 0 3
OTA 161 Fieldwork I - Placement 1 0 0 3 1
OTA 162 Fieldwork I - Placement 2 0 0 3 1
OTA 1 70 Physical Dysfunction 2 3 0 3
OTA 180 Psychosocial Dysfunction 2 3 0 3
PHY 125 Health Sciences Physics 3 2 0 4
4 - Summer
OTA 150 Life Span Skills I 2 3 0 3
OTA 163 Fieldwork I - Placement 3 0 0 3 1
OTA 240 Professional Skills II 0 .3 0 1
PSY 241 Developmental Psychology 3 0 0 3
5 - Fall
OTA 164 Fieldwork I - Placement 4 0 0 3 1
OTA 220 OT Media II 16 0 3
OTA 245 Professional Skills III 0 3 0 1
OTA 250 Life Span Skills II 2 3 0 3
Humanities Elective
6 - Spring
OTA 260 Fieldwork II - Placement 1" 0 0
OTA 261 Fieldwork II - Placement 2** 0 0
OTA 280 Professional Transition 0 2
Required Course Credit Hours
Humanities Elective Credit Hours
18 6
18 6
0 1
70
3
73
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, RED 090, or a developmental
computer skills course may be required based on placement test
results.
**OTA 260 and OTA 261 must be completed within 18 months of
other course work.
56
Well-qualified office personnel are in grow-
ing demand in business, industry, government,
and the professions. This curriculum prepares the
student to perform secretarial and administrative
support duties in a variety of offices, including
those with computerized, automated functions.
Students complete courses designed to devel-
op proficiency in the use of integrated software,
oral and written communication, analysis and
coordination of office duties and systems, and
other support topics. Emphasis is on non-techni-
cal as well as technical skills.
Programs of Study
Office Systems
Technology
Graduates should qualify for employment in
a variety of positions in business, government,
and industry. Job classifications range from entry
level to middle management. Office Systems
Office Systems Technology - Degree
(A25360) Day Program @ 5 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
BUS
ENG
MAT
OST
OST
OST
110
111
115
131
181
184
Intro, to Business
Expository Writing*
Mathematical Models*
Keyboarding
Intro, to Office Systems
Records Management
2 - Spring
3 - Summer
COM 111
OST 223
OST 286
OST 289
5 - Spring
CIS
110
Intro, to Computers
OST
131
Keyboarding
OST
136
Word Processing
OST
233
Office Publications Design
OST
236
Adv. Word/Information Processing
OST
284
Emerging Technologies
ACC 120 Principles of Accounting I 3 2 4
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers 2 2 3
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
OST 132 Keyboard Skill Building 1 2 2
OST 134 Text Entry and Formatting 2 2 3
CIS 120 Spreadsheet I 2 2 3
OST 1 35 Advanced Text Entry and Format 3 2 4
OST 136 Word Processing 1 2 2
OST 1 64 Text Editing Applications 3 0 3
4 - Fall
Voice and Diction I 3 0 3
Machine Transcription I 12 2
Professional Development 3 0 3
Office Systems Management 2 2 3
Social Science Elective
Humanities Elective ,
COE 110 World of Work 1 0 1
COE 112 Co-Op Work Experience I 0 20 2
OST 224 Machine Transcription II 12 2
OST 233 Office Publications Design 2 2 3
OST 236 Adv. Word/Information Processing 2 2 3
OST 284 Emerging Technologies 1 2 2
Required Course Credit Hours 67
Humanities Elective Credit Hours 3
Social Science Elective Credit Hours 3
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree 73
Word Processing - Certificate
(C25360) Day © & Evening Program O 2 Semesters
Technology classes are offered during the day
and in the evening. Students may complete the
Associate in Applied Science degree in five
semesters taking day classes or in seven semesters
taking evening classes.
The Word Processing certificate prepares
students for positions requiring knowledge of
word processing applications. This certificate will
be beneficial for personal or professional use.
Required courses and plans of study suggest-
ing the order in which courses should be taken
are shown on this page.
Office Systems Technology - Degree
(A25360) Evening Program © 7 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
BUS 110 Intro, to Business 3 0 3
ENG 111 Expository Writing* 3 0 3
MAT 115 Mathematical Models* 2 2 3
OST 131 Keyboarding 1 2 2
2 - Spring
ACC 120 Principles of Accounting I 3 2 4
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers 2 2 3
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
OST 132 Keyboard Skill Building 1 2 2
3 - Summer
COM 111 Voice and Diction I
OST 1 34 Text Entry and Formatting
OST 181 Intro, to Office Systems
4 - Fall
OST 135 Advanced Text Entry and Format
OST 136 Word Processing
OST 164 Text Editing Applications
OST 184 Records Management
5 - Spring
OST 223 Machine Transcription I
OST 233 Office Publications Design
OST 236 Adv. Word/Information Processing
OST 284 Emerging Technologies
6 - Summer
3
2
4
1
2
2
3
0
3
1
2
2
1
2
2
2
2
3
2
2
3
1
2
2
OST 224 Machine Transcription II
OST 286 Professional Development
Humanities Elective
7 - Fall
CIS 120 Spreadsheet I 2 2 3
COE 110 World of Work 1 0 1
COE 112 Co-Op Work Experience 0 20 2
OST 289 Office Systems Management 2 2 3
Social Science Elective
Required Course Credit Hours
Humanities Elective Credit Hours
Social Science Elective Credit Hours
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree
67
3
3
73
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
57
The Opticianry program is a two-year
program of study which teaches the student to
become an optician. Opticians receive lens
prescriptions from eye doctors, determine the size
and style of eyeglasses desired by the customer,
make lenses and cut them to fit into an eyeglass
frame, and adjust finished glasses to fit the
customer. The graduate acquires competencies
in all phases of opticianry, including surfacing
which consists of blocking, fining, polishing,
and inspecting both plastic and glass single-
vision/multifocal lenses; benchwork, which
includes edging, hand beveling, safety beveling,
heat treating, chemical tempering, tinting, and
mounting lenses; and dispensing, which includes
measuring, adapting, and fitting eyeglasses and
contact lenses to the patient.
The curriculum also includes courses in
communication skills, social sciences, microcom-
puter fundamentals, and business. These courses
augment the student's technical instruction and
provide a well-rounded educational background.
An important facet of the Opticianry curricu-
lum is the student practicum, which allows the
individual student to practice competencies and
skills learned in the classroom. Practicum activi-
ties include adjusting and repairing eyeglasses at
medical centers, retail optical shops, senior
citizen centers, and convalescent centers in the
greater Durham area.
Upon completion of the five-semester day
sequence of courses in the Opticianry program,
the Associate in Applied Science degree in
Opticianry is conferred and satisfies the formal
educational requirements necessary to qualify for
the licensing examination given by the North
Carolina State Board of Opticians. A Basic
Opticianry certificate option is also available.
Basic Opticianry - Certificate
(C45560) Evening Program © or Internet
Programs of Study
Opticianry
The six-course certificate program may be
completed in the evening or on the Internet.
The Opticianry program is accredited by the
Commission on Opticianry Accreditation and
Opticianry - Degree
(A45560) Day Program © 5 Semesters
1 - Fall .
approved by the North Carolina State Board of
Opticians.
Required courses and a plan of study
suggesting the order in which courses should be
taken are shown on this page.
Durham Technical Community College also
teaches an Optical Laboratory Mechanics
(C45540) program in an immured setting.
This program, however, is not open to the general
public.
HOURS
CLASS LAB CREDIT
ENG 111
OPH 111
OPH 121
OPH 131
OPH 140
OPH 141
2 - Spring
Expository Writing*
Ophthalmic Laboratory I
Anatomy and Physiology
Optical Dispensing I
Math for Opticians*
Optical Theory I
Eye
BIO 160
BUS 255
OPH 112
OPH 132
OPH 142
3 - Summer
Introductory Life Science 2 3 3
Organizational Behavior in Business 3 0 3
Ophthalmic Laboratory II 2 3 3
Optical Dispensing II 13 2
Optical Theory II 3 0 3
Humanities Elective
CIS 113 Computer Basics 0 2 1
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 3
OPH 113 Ophthalmic Laboratory III 0 6 2
PSY 150 General Psychology 3 0 3
4 - Fall
OPH 214
OPH 233
OPH 251
OPH 261
OPH 282
PHY 145
5 - Spring
Ophthalmic Laboratory IV 0 6 2
Advanced Optical Procedures 2 2 3
Optical Internship I 0 3 1
Contact Lenses I 3 3 4
Optical Extemship I 0 6 2
Geometrical Optics 3 2 4
OPH 215 Laboratory Proficiency
OPH 222 Optical Business Management
OPH 243 Technical Proficiency
OPH 252 Optical Internship II
OPH 286 Optical Extemship II
Major Elective
Required Course Credit Hours
Major Elective
Humanities Elective Credit Hours
OPH
111
OPH
121
OPH
131
OPH
140
OPH
141
OPH
193
Ophthalmic Laboratory I
Anatomy and Physiology - Eye Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree
Optical Dispensing I
Math for Opticians
Optical Theory I
Special Topics in Opticianry
67
3
3
73
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
58
The Paralegal Technology program prepares
the student to work under the general direction of
lawyers, at times assisting them in complicated
and difficult tasks. Paralegals, also called legal
assistants, are trained to perform independent
legal work under the supervision of an attorney,
supervise legal office personnel, and perform
many legal functions which do not require a law
license. The program covers general subjects like
English, accounting, and psychology as well as
specialized legal courses that include real proper-
ty, torts, contracts, criminal law and procedure,
corporations and partnerships, legal research,
family law, and real estate transactions. Courses
such as title abstracting are taught at the
Durham and Orange County Courthouses.
Paralegal Technology graduates may
perform a wide range of legal services under the
Programs of Study
Paralegal Technology
supervision of an attorney. Graduates are trained
to search real estate titles, prepare pleadings for
trial, probate estates, handle real estate closings,
perform legal research, and manage law offices.
Employment opportunities are excellent for
paralegal graduates in law firms, government
agencies, and corporations.
Graduates receive an Associate in Applied
Science degree. Students may enroll in day or
evening classes and complete the program in
five semesters.
Required courses and a plan of study
suggesting the order in which courses should be
taken are shown on this page.
Paralegal Technology - Degree
(A25380) Day © and Evening Program O 5 Semesters
HOURS
CLASS
LAB CREDIT
1 - Fall
CIS 110
Intro, to Computers
2
2
3
ENG 111
Expository Writing*
3
0
3
LEX 110
Intro, to Paralegal Study
2
0
2
LEX 130
Civil Injuries
3
0
3
LEX 140
Civil Litigation I
3
0
3
LEX 160
Criminal Law and Procedure
2
2
3
LEX 210
Real Property I
3
0
3
2 - Spring
ENG 112
Argument-Based Research
3
0
3
LEX 141
Civil Litigation II
2
2
3
LEX 150
Commercial Law I
2
2
3
LEX 211
Real Property II
1
4
3
LEX 220
Corporate Law
2
0
2
3 - Summer
LEX 240 Family Law 3 0 3
LEX 270 Law Office Management/Technology 1 2 2
MAT 115 Mathematical Models* 2 2 3
4 - Fall
ACC 120
COM 231
LEX 120
LEX 250
LEX 285
5 - Spring
LEX 121
LEX 180
LEX 260
LEX 280
LEX 286
Principles of Accounting I
3
2
4
Public Speaking
3
0
3
Legal Research /Writing I
2
2
3
Wills, Estates, and Trusts
2
2
3
Workers' Compensation Law
2
0
2
Humanities Elective
Legal Research/Writing II
2
2
3
Case Analysis and Reasoning
1
2
2
Bankruptcy and Collections
2
0
2
Ethics and Professionalism
2
0
2
Medical Evidence Analysis
1
2
2
Social Science Elective
Required Course Credit Hours
68
Humanities Elective Credit Hours
3
Social Science Elective Credit Hou
rs
3
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree 74
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT
060, MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be
required based on placement test results.
59
The Pharmacy Technology program
prepares the student to become a pharmacy tech-
nician. These allied health professionals are
employed in a variety of pharmacy practice set-
tings. Supervised by a registered pharmacist, they
perform a variety of technical duties related to
preparing and dispensing drugs in accordance
with standard procedures and laws.
Pharmacy technicians are trained to inter-
pret physicians' medication orders, fill orders to
be checked by pharmacists, and deliver the
orders. They prepare admixtures of intravenous
solutions, replenish drugs, maintain patient pro-
file records, prepare bulk formulations, assist with
over-the-counter drugs and health aids, and
perform clerical duties, including processing
insurance forms required by third-party payers.
Pharmacy technicians are vital assets to
pharmacists because their training allows them
to perform technical pharmaceutical procedures,
thus enabling pharmacists to devote additional
time to their professional tasks.
Programs of Study
Pharmacy Technology
At Durham Technical Community College,
the Pharmacy Technology student receives train-
ing in medication dispensing procedures.
Additional study includes pharmacology, phar-
maceutical math, microcomputers, and patho-
physiology. The student practices procedural skills
in a simulated pharmacy technology laboratory.
Clinical practice takes place at Duke University
Medical Center, Durham Regional Hospital,
Veterans Affairs Medical Center, University of
North Carolina Hospitals, Rex Healthcare, Person
Memorial Hospital, Lincoln Community Health
Center, and Hillcrest Convalescent Center.
Many area hospitals are rapidly expanding
their pharmacy services to meet the increasing
need for higher quality patient care and to con-
Pharmacy Technology - Diploma
(D45580) Day Program © 3 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CLINIC CREDIT
1 - Summer
BIO 163 Basic Anatomy and Physiology 4 2 0 5
PHM 110 Intro, to Pharmacy 3 0 0 3
PHM 111 Pharmacy Practice I 3 3 0 4
PHM 115 Pharmacy Calculations 3 0 0 3
2 - Fall
CIS
ENG
PHM
PHM
113
111
112
118
Computer Basics
Expository Writing*
Pharmacy Practice II
Sterile Products
0
3
3
3
2
0
3
3
0
0
0
0
1
3
4
4
PHM
3-S
120
jrinq
Pharmacology I
3
0
0
3
form to governmental regulations. Such expan-
sion has created a greater need for technical
support personnel to carry out routine functions
in dispensing drugs. Pharmacy Technology grad-
uates are prepared to meet this need, and job
opportunities for these graduates remain excel-
lent. In addition to employment in hospitals,
graduates may also be employed by nursing
homes, retail drug stores, drug manufacturers,
research laboratories, wholesale drug companies,
and home health care agencies.
While a student may enroll in this diploma
program any semester, the three-semester day
sequence of courses shown in the plan of study
is based on a full-time student enrolling in the
summer semester. A Retail Pharmacy Technician
certificate option is also available.
Durham Technical Community College is
accredited for pharmacy technician training by
the American Society of Health-System
Pharmacists.
Required courses and a plan of study
suggesting the order in which courses should be
taken are shown on this page.
PHM 125 Pharmacology II
PHM 138 Pharmacy Clinical
PHM 140 Trends in Pharmacy
PSY 118 Interpersonal Psychology
3 0 0 3
0 0 24 8
2 0 0 2
3 0 0 3
46
Total Semester Hours Required for a Diploma
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
Retail Pharmacy Technician - Certificate
(C45580R) Day Program @ 4 Semesters
PHM 110 Intro, to Pharmacy
PHM 111 Pharmacy Practice I
PHM 115 Pharmacy Calculations
PHM 120 Pharmacology I
PHM 125 Pharmacology II
60
Durham Technical Community College and
Wake Technical Community College have joined
together to offer a one-semester program for
training phlebotomy technicians in the Triangle
area. The Phlebotomy curriculum prepares the
graduate to draw blood specimens from patients
for testing and analysis. A phlebotomy techni-
cian's duties are related to preparing and main-
taining equipment used in obtaining blood speci-
mens; using appropriate communication skills
when working with patients; selecting venipunc-
ture sites; caring for blood specimens; entering
Programs of Study
Phlebotomy
the testing process into the computer; and per-
forming associated clerical and record-keeping
duties.
The program is offered during the day at
Durham Tech every fall semester and at Wake
Tech every spring semester. Clinical training takes
place at University of North Carolina Hospitals,
WakeMED, Veterans Affairs Medical Center,
Raleigh Community Hospital, Rex Healthcare,
and Wake County Human Services.
The program is approved by the National
Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory
Science. Graduates receive a certificate.
Required courses and a plan of study sug-
gesting the order in which courses should be
taken are shown on this page.
Phlebotomy - Certificate
(C45600) Day Program © 1 Semester
1 - Fall
HOURS
CLASS LAB CLINIC CREDIT
PBT 100 Phlebotomy Technology* 5 2 0 6
PBT 101 Phlebotomy Practicum 0 0 9' 3
PSY 118 Interpersonal Psychology 3 0 0 3
Total Semester Hours Required for a Certificate
12
*ENG 070, ENG 080.RED 070, RED 080, MAT 050 and/or MAT
060 may be required based on placement test results.
61
The Practical Nursing program prepares the
student to care for patients with a variety of com-
mon medical-surgical problems in various stages
of illness. The licensed practical nurse is dedicat-
ed to helping assess the patient's physical and
mental health, including the patient's reaction to
illnesses and treatment regimens; recording and
reporting the results of the nursing assessment;
participating in implementing the health care
plan developed for the patient by other authorized
health care professionals; reinforcing the teach-
ing and counseling of a registered nurse, licensed
physician, or dentist; and recording and reporting
the nursing care rendered and the patient's
response to that care.
Programs of Study
Practical Nursing
Approved by the North Carolina Board of
Nursing, this one-year program involves both
classroom and clinical activities. The program
focuses on theory and practice in a broad range
of nursing activities. These activities encompass
direct patient care in relatively stable nursing
situations. In addition to instruction in nursing
care, the student completes related general
education courses and is also introduced to
Practical Nursing - Diploma
(D45660) Day Program © 3 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CLINIC CREDIT
1 - Fall or Spring
BIO 163 Basic Anatomy and Physiology 4 2 0 5
NUR 101 Practical Nursing I 7 6 6 11
PSY 110 Life Span Development 3 0 0 3
2 - Spring or Summer
ENG 111 Expository Writing*
NUR 102 Practical Nursing II
3 - Summer or Fall
3 0 0 3
8 0 12 12
NUR 103 Practical Nursing III 6 0 12 10
Total Semester Hours Required for a Diploma 44
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
The Licensed Practical Nurse Refresher curriculum provides a refresher
course for individuals previously licensed as practical nurses and who are
ineligible for reentry into nursing practice due to a lapse in licensure for
five or more years. Individuals entering this program must have been previ-
ously licensed as a practical nurse. Graduates will be able to apply for rein-
statement of licensure by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
Licensed Practical Nurse Refresher -
Certificate
(C45660) Day Program © 1 Semester HOURS
CLASS LAB CLINIC CREDIT
1 - Fall or Spring
NUR 105 Integrated LPN Refresher 8 6 6 12
Total Semester Hours Required for a Certificate 12
microcomputers. Formal classroom study takes
place at Durham Technical Community College.
Practical experience is gained through clinical
courses planned to follow theory and conducted
under the instructor's supervision. Clinical
experiences take place at Duke University Medical
Center, Durham Regional Hospital, Lincoln
Community Health Center, and other area health
care facilities.
Program graduates are awarded diplomas in
Practical Nursing. They are eligible to take the
National Council Licensure Examination
(NCLEX-PN), which is required for practice as a
practical nurse. Licensed practical nurses are
employed in hospitals, nursing homes, extended-
care facilities, clinics, physicians' and dentists'
offices, and other health care agencies.
Classes are offered during the day. The program
may be completed in one year. A new student may
enroll in the fall or spring semesters.
Required courses and a plan of study
suggesting the order in which courses should be
taken are shown on this page.
62
The Real Estate curriculum provides the
prelicensing education required by the North
Carolina Real Estate Commission, prepares
individuals to enter the profession, and offers
additional education to meet professional
development needs.
Course work includes the practices and prin-
ciples of real estate, with emphasis on financial
and legal applications, property development,
and property values.
Graduates should qualify for North Carolina
Real Estate Sales and Broker examinations. In
addition, they should be able to enter apprentice-
ship training and provide real estate services to
consumers in a competent manner.
Courses in the Real Estate program are
offered primarily in the evening. Upon successful
completion of this five-course program, graduates
receive a certificate.
Required courses suggesting the order in
which they may be taken are shown on this page.
Programs of Study
Real Estate &
Real Estate Appraisal
The Real Estate Appraisal curriculum is
designed to prepare individuals to enter the
appraisal profession as a registered trainee and
advance to licensed or certified appraiser levels.
Course work includes appraisal theory and con-
cepts with applications, the North Carolina
Appraisers Act, North Carolina Appraisal Board
rules, and the Uniform Standards of Professional
Appraisal Practice. The student will find that a
strong math background is helpful, especially
for program course work in advanced income
capitalization procedures.
Graduates should be prepared to complete
the North Carolina Registered Trainee
Examination and advance to licensure levels as
requirements are met.
Courses in the Real Estate Appraisal pro-
gram are offered primarily in the evening. Upon
successful completion of this six-course program,
graduates receive a certificate.
Required courses suggesting the order in
which they may be taken are shown on this page.
Real Estate
(C25400)
Certificate
RLS 112 Real Estate Fundamentals
RLS 113 Real Estate Mathematics
RLS 1 1 4 Real Estate Brokerage
RLS 115 Real Estate Finance
RLS 1 1 6 Real Estate Law
Total Semester Hours Required for a Certificate
HOURS
CLASS
LAB CREDIT
5
0 5
2
0 2
2
0 2
2
0 2
2
0 2
13
Real Estate Appraisal - Certificate
(C25420) HOURS
CLASS LAB CREDIT
REA
101
Intro, to Real Estate
Appraisal R-1
2
0
2
REA
102
Valuation Principles and Practices
R-2
2
0
2
REA
103
Applied Residential Property
Valuation R-3
2
0
2
REA
201
Intro, to Income Property
Appraisal G-1
2
0
2
REA
202
Advanced Income Capitalization
Procedures G-2
2
0
2
REA
203
Applied Income Property Valuation
2
0
2
G-3
Total Semester Hours Required for a Certificate
12
63
The respiratory care practitioner is an allied
health specialist who treats, manages, controls,
and cares for patients with deficiencies and
abnormalities related to breathing and associated
organs. Because their training enables them to
perform specific testing techniques used in moni-
toring, evaluating, and treating their patients,
respiratory care practitioners are frequently
required to exercise considerable independent
clinical judgment in the respiratory care of
patients under the direct or indirect supervision
of a physician.
In addition to managing patients, the respi-
ratory care practitioner supervises technicians
and junior respiratory care practitioners.
Furthermore, the respiratory care practitioner is
capable of serving as a technical resource to
physicians and to the hospital staff for informa-
tion on safe and effective methods for administer-
ing respiratory care.
Programs of Study
Respiratory Care
The Respiratory Care program includes
classroom instruction, clinical laboratory, and in-
hospital clinical practice. The clinical laboratory
provides training and evaluation for skills learned
and demonstrated during lecture sessions. The
program's clinical phase, conducted at local hos-
pitals, applies a competency-based educational
approach to allow mastery of each skill.
The Respiratory Care program has academic
classes conducted during the day and clinical
rotations scheduled during the day and in the
evening. The graduate of the five-semester pro-
gram is awarded an Associate in Applied Science
degree, which satisfies the educational require-
ments of the National Board for Respiratory Care
and allows the graduate to sit for the National
Registry Examinations leading to the credential
of Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). The
graduate of the three-semester day program is
awarded a diploma and is eligible to sit for the
certification examination leading to the creden-
tial of Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
The Respiratory Care program is accredited
by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory
Care.
Required courses and plans of study suggest-
ing the order in which courses should be taken
are shown on this page.
Respiratory Care - Degree
(A45720) Day Program @ 5 Semesters
CLASS
1 - Fall
HOURS
LAB CLINIC CREDIT
Anatomy and Physiology I 3 3 0 4
Expository Writing* 3 0 0 3
Algebra/Trigonometry I* 2 2 0 3
Intro, to Respiratory Care 3 3 0 4
RCP Clinical Practice I 0 0 6 2
BIO
168
ENG
111
MAT
121
RCP
110
RCP
132
2 - Spring
BIO 169 Anatomy and Physiology II 3 3 0 4
PSY 150 General Psychology 3 0 0 3
RCP 111 Therapeutics/Diagnostics 4 3 0 5
RCP 145 RCP Clinical Practice II 0 0 15 5
3 - Summer
RCP 112 Patient Management
RCP 115 C-P Pathophysiology
RCP 155 RCP Clinical Practice
4 - Fall
CIS 113 Computer Basics
PHI 240 Intro, to Ethics
RCP 210 Critical Care Concepts
RCP 235 RCP Clinical Practice IV
5 - Spring
3 0 4
0 0 2
0 15 5
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research
RCP 211 Advanced Monitoring Procedures
RCP 215 Career Prep-Advanced Level
RCP 245 RCP Clinical Practice V
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree
0
2
0
1
3
0
0
3
3
3
0
4
0
0
15
5
3
0
0
3
3
3
0
4
0
3
0
1
0
0
15
5
70
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
MAT 070, RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required
based on placement test results.
64
The Surgical Technology curriculum pre-
pares individuals to assist in the care of the surgi-
cal patient in the operating room and to function
as a member of the surgical team.
Students apply theoretical knowledge to the
care of patients undergoing surgery and develop
skills necessary to prepare supplies, equipment,
and instruments; maintain aseptic conditions;
prepare patients for surgery; and assist surgeons
during operations.
Programs of Study
Surgical Technology
Graduates of the three-semester day program
receive a diploma and are eligible to apply to take
the Liaison Council's Certification Examination
for Surgical Technologists. Employment opportu-
nities include labor, delivery, and emergency
departments; inpatient and outpatient surgery
centers; dialysis units and facilities; physicians'
offices; and central supply processing units.
Required courses and a plan of study
suggesting the order in which courses should be
taken are shown on this page.
BIO
163
ENG
111
PSY
118
SUR
110
SUR
111
gy 4
2
0
5
3
0
0
3
3
0
0
3
3
0
0
3
5
6
0
7
Surgical Technology - Diploma
(D45740) Day Program @ 3 Semesters HOURS
CLASS LAB CLINIC CI
1 - Fall
Basic Anatomy and Physiology
Expository Writing*
Interpersonal Psychology
Intro, to Surgical Technology
Periop Patient Care
2 - Spring
BIO 175 General Microbiology 2 2 0 3
SUR 122 Surgical Procedures I 5 3 0 6
SUR 123 Surgical Clinical Practice I 0 0 21 7
3 - Summer
SUR 134 Surgical Procedures II 5
SUR 135 Surgical Clinical Practice II 0
SUR 137 Professional Success Preparation 1
Total Semester Hours Required for a Diploma
0
0
5
0
12
4
0
0
1
47
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required based on
placement test results.
65
The Teacher Associate program prepares
individuals to work with children from infancy
through middle childhood in diverse learning
environments. Students learn how to work with
classroom teachers and administrators and con-
tribute to the effective operation of their places of
employment. Students combine learning theories
with practice in actual settings with young chil-
dren under the supervision of qualified teachers.
Course work for this degree program
includes childhood growth and development;
physical and nutritional needs of children; care
and guidance of children; and communication
skills with parents and children. Additionally,
students are provided with instruction concerning
Programs of Study
Teacher Associate
appropriate methodologies to teach children the
fundamental skills in reading, writing, and
mathematics. Students also learn how to promote
cognitive and language, physical and motor,
social and emotional, and creative development
of young children.
This is an
afternoon and evening
program,
Graduates are prepared to plan and imple-
ment developmentally appropriate programs in
early childhood settings in a safe and orderly
manner. They are also prepared to interact in a
professional manner with parents and student
support services. Employment opportunities
include child care programs, preschools, public
and private schools, recreational centers, Head
Start programs, and school age programs.
Required courses and a plan of study sug-
gesting the order in which courses should be
taken are shown on this page.
Teacher Associate - Degree
(A5522B) Day Program © 5 Semesters
HOURS
CLASS LAB CLINIC CREDIT
1 - Fall
EDU 116 Intro, to Education 3 2 0 4
EDU 119 Early Childhood Education 3 2 0 4
EDU 144 Child Development I 3 0 0 3
EDU 186 Reading and Writing Methods 3 0 0 3
ENG 111 Expository Writing* 3 0 0 3
2 - Spring
EDU 118 Teacher Associate Principles
and Practices
EDU 145 Child Development II
EDU 235 School Age Development and
Programs
ENG 112 Argument-Based Research
MAT 121 Algebra/Trigonometry I*
3 - Summer
CIS 110 Intro, to Computers
PSY 150 General Psychology
Humanities Elective
Social Science Elective
4 - Fall
3
0
0
3
2
0
0
2
3
0
0
3
2
2
0
3
2
2
0
3
3
0
0
3
COE 111
EDU 131
EDU 161
EDU 171
EDU 285
5 - Spring
Co-Op Work Experience I
Child, Family, and Community
Intro, to Exceptional Children
Instructional Media
Internship Experiences -
School Age
Major Elective
0
0
10
1
3
0
0
3
3
3
0
4
1
2
0
2
1
0
0
1
COE 121 Co-Op Experience II 0 0
EDU 146 Child Guidance 3 0
EDU 221 Children with Special Needs 3 0
EDU 257 Math Methods and Materials 2 2
EDU 275 Effective Teacher Training 2 0
Required Course Credit Hours
Major Elective Credit Hours
Humanities Elective Credit Hours
Social Science Elective Credit Hours
Total Semester Hours Required for an A.A.S. Degree
10
0
0
0
0
1
3
3
3
2
60
3
3
3
69
*ENG 070, ENG 080, ENG 090, ENG 090A, MAT 050, MAT 060,
RED 070, RED 080, OR RED 090 may be required based on
placement test results.
66
Durham Tech's University Transfer program
allows the student to complete up to two years of
course work for a baccalaureate degree. The wide
variety of freshman-level and sophomore-level
courses satisfies general education requirements
at senior institutions across the United States and
enables the student to transfer as a junior to
University of North Carolina System institutions
after acceptance at the four-year university.
Areas of study include social sciences, natu-
ral sciences, foreign languages, the humanities,
mathematics, and physical education. Students
who complete the University Transfer program
are prepared to pursue advanced course work for
fields such as education, engineering, humani-
ties, social sciences, nursing, chemistry, business,
and mathematics.
The strength of the University Transfer pro-
gram lies in the quality of its people — both fac-
ulty and students. Classes are small, and state-of-
the-art computer labs expose students to current
technology while increasing their English and
foreign language skills. Close interaction between
instructors and students is also a vital component
of the University Transfer experience at Durham
Tech. While academic standards parallel those
of nearby universities, a growing number of
students have transferred to senior institutions
across the country. Data show that Durham Tech
students consistently perform above the state
average following transfer.
The Associate in Arts or the Associate in
Science degree is awarded for completion of the
64-hour plan of study. Complete plans of study
are offered during the day and in the evening.
Certificate options are available in Spanish
Language and in Hispanic Studies. The University
Programs of Study
University Transfer
Transfer program also offers a pre-dental hygiene
option in collaboration with the University of
North Carolina School of Dentistry.
Students are encouraged to contact senior
institutions for information about specific
requirements in different majors and professional
programs.
Requirements for 44-Hour Core**
For students successfully completing the 44-
hour core, following their acceptance at one of
North Carolina's 16 public universities, the 44
hours will transfer as a block and will satisfy the
institution-wide, lower-division general education
requirements of that university. The 44-hour core
follows:
1. English Composition (6 hours) -
ENG 111, 113
2. Humanities/Fine Arts (12 hours) - Select
four courses from at least three of the following
discipline areas: music, art, drama, dance,
foreign languages, interdisciplinary humanities,
literature, philosophy, and religion. Must include
one literature and foreign language 1 1 1 and 1 12 or
equivalent with accompanying labs.
3. Social/Behavioral Sciences (12 hours) -
Select four courses from at least three of the fol-
lowing discipline areas: anthropology, economics,
geography, history, political science, psychology,
and sociology. At least one course must be a his-
tory course.
4. Natural Sciences/Mathematics (14 hours) -
A. Natural Sciences (8 hours) - Select two
courses, including accompanying laboratory
work, from among the biological and
physical science disciplines.
B. Mathematics (6 hours) - Select at least
one course in introductory mathematics
(college algebra, trigonometry, calculus,
etc.); the other unit may be selected from
among other quantitative subjects, such as
statistics.
**Students must meet the receiving university's
foreign language and/or health and physical
education requirements, if applicable, prior to or
after transfer.
Spanish Language - Certificate
Day © and Evening Program ©
(C10100S)
HIS 151 Hispanic Civilization
(In English)
SPA 112 Elementary Spanish II
SPA 182 Spanish Lab II
SPA 211 Intermediate Spanish I
SPA 212 Intermediate Spanish II
SPA 221 Spanish Conversation
Hispanic Studies - Certificate
Day O and Evening Program ©
(C10100H)
HIS 151 Hispanic Civilization
(In English)
SPA 111 Elementary Spanish I
SPA 112 Elementary Spanish II
SPA 181 Spanish Lab I
SPA 182 Spanish Lab II
Elective
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Programs of Study
University Transfer
Associate in Arts (A10100)
Associate in Science (A10400)
English - (6 hours) ENG 111, 113
Humanities and Fine Arts - (12 hours) Select four courses from at least
three disciplines. Must include one literature and foreign language 1 1 1 and
112 or equivalent with accompanying labs. ART 111, 114, 115; ENG 231,
232, 233, 241, 242, 243, 251, 252, 261, 262; FRE 111, 112, 211;
GER 111, 112, 211; HUM 110, 120, 121, 160, 220; ITA 111, 112, 211;
MUS 110, 213; PHI 215, 240; REL 110, 211; SPA 111, 112, 211, 212.
Social/Behavioral Sciences - (12 hours) Select four from at least three dis-
ciplines. Must include one history. ANT 210, 220; ECO 251, 252; GEO 111;
HIS 115, 121, 122, 131, 132; POL 120, 220; PSY 150, 237, 241, 281;
SOC 210, 213, 220, 225.
Mathematics - (6 hours) Must include accompanying labs.
Select from MAT 140, 151, 155, 161, 171, 172, 263, 271, 272, 273.
(Students may not receive credit for both MAT 151 and MAT 155 or for
MAT 161 and MAT 171 or for MAT 263 and MAT 271.)
Natural Science - (8 hours) Select from BIO 1 1 1, 120, 130; CHM 131 and
131A, 151, 152; GEL 111; PHY 151, 152 or 251, 252. (Students may not
receive credit for both CHM 131/131A and CHM 151.)
Physical Education - (2 hours) Select from PED 1 1 1, 1 13, 1 14, 121, 128,
130, 139, 142, 143, 145, 148, 162, 172, 183.
Electives - (18 hours) Select from courses above, excluding PED, or from
*ACC 120, 121; ART 131, 132; BIO 163, 168, 169, 275; *BUS 110, 115;
CHM 251, 252; CIS 110, 115; *CJC 111, 121, 141; COM 231; *CSC 120,
130, 134; DFT 170; DRA 170; ENG 272, 273, 274; FRE 181, 182; GER 181,
182; HEA 110, 112; HIS 151, 236; HUM 115; ITA 181, 182; MAT 140A,
161A, 167, 171A, 263A, 285; PSY 263; SOC 215; SPA 181, 182, 221. If
you enroll in FRE 111, 112; GER 111, 112; ITA 111, 112; MAT 140, 161,
171, 263; and/or SPA 1 1 1 and 1 12, accompanying lab courses must be
included in elective hours. (Students may not receive credit for both
BIO 163 and 168.)
*Beginning summer 1997.
English - (6 hours) ENG 111, 113
Humanities and Fine Arts - (12 hours) Select four courses from at least
three disciplines. Must include one literature and foreign language 111 and
1 12 or equivalent with accompanying labs. ART 1 1 1, 1 14, 1 15; ENG 231,
232, 233, 241, 242, 243, 251, 252, 26l, 262; FRE 111, 112, 211; GER 111,
112, 211; HUM 110, 120, 121, 160, 220; ITA 111, 112, 211; MUS 110, 213;
PHI 215, 240; REL 110, 211; SPA 111, 112, 211, 212.
Social/Behavioral Sciences - (12 hours) Select four from at least three dis-
ciplines. Must include one history. ANT 210, 220; ECO 251, 252; GEO 111;
HIS 115, 121, 122, 131, 132; POL 120, 220; PSY 150, 237, 241, 281;
SOC 210, 213, 220, 225.
Mathematics - (6 hours) Must include accompanying labs. Select from
MAT 151, 155, 171, 172, 263, 271, 272, 273. (Students may not receive
credit for both MAT 151 and MAT 155 or for MAT 263 and MAT 271.)
Natural Science -(8 hours) Select from BIO 111, 120, 130;CHM151, 152;
PHY 151, 152 or 251, 252.
Other Natural Science/Mathematics - (14 hours) Select from science and
mathematics courses above and BIO 163, 168, 169, 275; CHM 131, 131A,
251, 252, 261; CSC 120, 130, 134; GEL 111; MAT 167, 285. Students may
not receive credit for both CHM 131 and 151 or for both BIO 163 and 168.
Physical Education- (2 hours) Select from PED 111, 113, 114, 121, 128,
130, 139, 142, 143, 145, 148, 162, 172, 183.
Electives - (4 hours) Select from courses above, excluding PED, or from
*ACC 120, 121; ART 131, 132; *BUS 110, 115; CIS 110, 115; CJC 111, 121,
141; COM 231; DFT 170; DRA 170; ENG 272, 273, 274; FRE 181, 182; GER
181, 182; HEA 110, 112; HIS 151, 236; HUM 115; ITA 181, 182; MAT 140,
140A, 171A, 263A; PSY 263; SPA 181, 182, 221. If you enroll in FRE 111,
112; GER 111, 112; ITA 111, 112; MAT 140, 171, 263; and/or SPA 111 and
112, accompanying labs courses must be included in elective hours.
♦Beginning summer 1997.
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Academic Related
ACA090 Study Skills
This course is intended for those who place into credit-level
course work but who are not maintaining satisfactory
academic progress toward meeting program goals. Topics
include study skills, note taking, learning styles and strate-
gies, test taking, goal setting, and self- assessment skills.
Upon completion, students should be able to manage their
learning experiences to successfully meet educational goals.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
ACA 111 College Student Success
This course introduces the college's physical, academic, and
social environment and promotes the personal development
essential for success. Topics include campus facilities and
resources; policies, procedures, and programs; study skills;
and life management issues such as health, self-esteem,
motivation, goal-setting, diversity, and communication.
Upon completion, students should be able to function effec-
tively within the college environment to meet their educa-
tional objectives. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit; 1. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
ACA 118 College Study Skills
This course covers skills and strategies designed to improve
study behaviors. Topics include time management, note
taking, test taking, memory techniques, active reading
strategies, critical thinking, communication skills, learning
styles, and other strategies for effective learning. Upon com-
pletion, students should be able to apply appropriate study
strategies and techniques to the development of an effective
study plan. Emphasis is on providing job-specific informa-
tion to assist students in identifying their career goals
through applying critical thinking skills to values clarifica-
tion. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
Accounting
ACC 120 Principles of Accounting I
This course introduces the basic principles and procedures
of accounting. Emphasis is on collecting, summarizing,
analyzing, and reporting financial information. Upon com-
pletion, students should be able to analyze data and prepare
journal entries and reports as they relate to the accounting
cycle. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability
as apre-major and/or elective course requirement.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 4. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
ACC 121 Principles of Accounting II
This course is a continuation of ACC 120. Emphasis is on
corporate and managerial accounting for both external and
Course
Descriptions
internal reporting and decision making. Upon completion,
students should be able to analyze and record corporate
transactions, prepare financial statements and reports, and
interpret them for management. To fulfill these objectives,
the course covers special asset and liability topics, the state-
ment of cash flows, and partnership accounting. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-
major and/or elective course requirement. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: ACC 120. Corequisite: None.
ACC 129 Individual Income Taxes
This course introduces the relevant laws governing individ-
ual income taxation. Emphasis is on filing status, exemp-
tions for dependents, gross income, adjustments, deduc-
tions, and computation of tax. Upon completion, students
should be able to complete various tax forms pertaining to
the topics covered in the course. As part of the course,
students may also prepare tax returns using computer
software. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
ACC 130 Business Income Taxes
This course introduces the relevant laws governing busi-
ness and fiduciary income taxes. Topics include tax depre-
ciation, accounting periods and methods, corporations,
partnerships, S corporations, estates and trusts, and gifts.
Upon completion, students should be able to complete
various tax forms pertaining to the topics covered in the
course. As part of the course, students may also prepare tax
returns using computer software. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hour Credit, 3- Prerequisite: ACC
129. Corequisite: None.
ACC 140 Payroll Accounting
This course covers federal and state laws pertaining to
wages, payroll taxes, payroll tax forms, and journal and
general ledger transactions. Emphasis is on computing
wages; calculating social security, income, and unemploy-
ment taxes; preparing appropriate payroll tax forms; and
journalizing/posting transactions. Upon completion,
students should be able to analyze data, make appropriate
computations, complete forms, and prepare accounting
entries. A comprehensive payroll computer problem will
complete the course. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab,
2; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisites: ACC 120 and CIS
110. Corequisite: None.
ACC 150 Computerized General Ledger
This course introduces microcomputer applications related
to the major accounting systems. Topics include general
ledger; accounts receivable; accounts payable; inventory;
payroll; and correcting, adjusting, and closing entries.
Upon completion, students should be able to use a com-
puter accounting package to solve accounting problems.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisites: ACC 120 and CIS 1 10. Corequisite:
None.
ACC 220 Intermediate Accounting I
This course is a continuation of the study of accounting
principles with in-depth coverage of theoretical concepts
and financial statements. Topics include generally accepted
accounting principles, statements, and extensive analyses
of balance sheet components. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate competence in the concep-
tual framework underlying financial accounting, includ-
ing the application of financial standards. Accounting
computer problems involving preparation and completion
of spreadsheets are integrated throughout the course.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 4. Prerequisites: ACC 121 and CIS 120. Corequisite:
None.
ACC 221 Intermediate Accounting II
This course is a continuation of ACC 220. Emphasis is on
special problems which may include leases, bonds, invest-
ments, ratio analyses, present value applications, account-
ing changes, and corrections. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the
principles involved and display an analytical problem-solv-
ing ability for the topics covered. Accounting computer
problems involving preparation and completion of spread-
sheets are integrated throughout the course. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: ACC 220. Corequisite: None.
ACC 225 Cost Accounting
This course introduces the nature and purposes of cost
accounting as an information system for planning and
control. Topics include direct materials, direct labor, factory
overhead, process, job order, and standard cost systems.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
an understanding of the principles involved and display an
analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered.
Accounting computer problems involving preparation and
completion of spreadsheets are integrated throughout the
course. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ACC 121 and CIS 120.
Corequisite: None.
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ACC 226 Managerial Accounting
This course is designed to develop an appreciation for the
uses of cost information in the administration and control
of business organizations. Emphasis is on how accounting
data can be interpreted and used by management in plan-
ning and controlling business activities. Upon completion,
students should be able to analyze and interpret cost infor-
mation and present this information in a form that is
usable by management. Accounting computer problems
involving preparation and completion of spreadsheets are
integrated throughout the course. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisites:
ACC 121 and ACC 225. Corequisite: None.
ACC 227 Practices in Accounting
This course provides an advanced in-depth study of selected
topics in accounting using case studies and individual and
group problem solving. Topics include cash flow, financial
statement analysis, individual and group problem solving,
practical approaches to dealing with clients, ethics, and
critical thinking. Upon completion, students should be able
to demonstrate competent analytical skills and effective
communication of their analysis in written and/or oral
presentations. As part of this course, students may be
required to prepare a sample joint income tax return for a
married couple, establish and use an accounting system,
and use a microcomputer to record accounting informa-
tion. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ACC 129, ACC 220, and CIS
120. Corequisite: None.
ACC 240 Government and Not-for-Profit
Accounting
This course introduces principles and procedures applica-
ble to governmental and not-for-profit organizations.
Emphasis is on various budgetary accounting procedures
and fund accounting. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles
involved and display an analytical problem-solving ability
for the topics covered. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: ACC 121.
Corequisite: None.
ACC 269 Auditing
This course covers the overall framework of the process
of conducting audits and investigations. Emphasis is on
collecting data from working papers, arranging and
systematizing the audit, and writing the audit report.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
competence in applying the generally accepted auditing
standards and the procedures for conducting an audit. As
part of the course, students prepare and complete audit
procedure working papers using computer software. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: ACC 220. Corequisite: None.
Course
Descriptions
Anthropology
ANT 210 General Anthropology
This course introduces the physical, archaeological,
linguistic, and ethnological fields of anthropology. Topics
include human origins, genetic variations, archaeology,
linguistics, primatology, and contemporary cultures. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate an
understanding of the four major fields of anthropology.
Ws course has been approved to satisfy the Compre-
hensive Articulation Agreement for the general educa-
tion core requirement in social/behainoral sciences.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: RED 090 or satisfactory score on
placement test. Corequisite: ENG 090 or satisfactory score
on placement test.
ANT220 Cultural Anthropology
This course introduces the nature of human culture.
Emphasis is on cultural theory, methods of fieldwork, and
cross-cultural comparisons in the area of ethnology, lan-
guage, and the cultural past. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic
cultural processes and how cultural data are collected and
analyzed. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in social/behavioral sci-
ences. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: RED 090 or satisfactory score
on placement test. Corequisite: ENG 090 or satisfactory
score on placement test.
Architecture
ARC 111 Introduction to Architectural
Technology
This course introduces basic architectural drafting tech-
niques, lettering, use of architectural and engineer scales,
and sketching. Topics include orthographic, isometric, and
oblique drawing techniques using architectural plans, ele-
vations, sections, and details: reprographic techniques; and
other related topics. Upon completion, students should be
able to prepare and print scaled drawings within minimum
architectural standards. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1;
Lab, 6; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
. ARC 1 12 Construction Materials and
Methods
This course introduces construction materials and their
methodologies. Topics include construction terminology,
materials and their properties, manufacturing processes,
construction techniques, and other related topics. Upon
•completion, students should be able to detail construction
assemblies and identify construction materials and proper-
ties. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
ARC 113 Residential Architectural
Technology
This course covers intermediate residential working draw-
ings. Topics include residential plans, elevations, sections,
details, schedules, and other related topics. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to prepare a set of residential
working drawings that are within accepted architectural
standards. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 6;
Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: ARC 111.
Corequisite: ARC 112.
ARC 114 Architectural CAD
This course introduces basic architectural CAD techniques.
Topics include basic commands and system hardware and
software. Upon completion, students should be able to pre-
pare and plot architectural drawings to scale within accept-
ed architectural standards. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
1; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisites: ARC 111,
CIS 110, and DFT 117. Corequisite: None.
ARC 119 Structural Drafting
This course introduces basic concepts associated with siz-
ing and detailing structural assemblies. Topics include
vocabulary, span-to-depth ratios, code requirements, shop
drawings, and other related topics. Upon completion, stu-
dents should be able to perform simple calculations and
prepare shop drawings and preliminary structural plans.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ARC 113 and MAT 121. Corequisite:
None.
ARC 131 Building Codes
This course covers the methods of researching building
codes for specific projects. Topics include residential and
commercial building codes. Upon completion, students
should be able to determine the code constraints governing
residential and commercial projects. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hour Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: ARC 1 12. Corequisite: None.
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ARC 132 Specifications and Contracts
This course covers the development of written specifications
and the implications of different contractual arrange-
ments. Topics include specification development, contracts,
bidding material research, and agency responsibilities.
Upon completion, students should be able to write a speci-
fication section and demonstrate the ability to interpret
contractual responsibilities. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
2; Lab, 0; Semester-Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: ARC 1 12.
Corequisite: None.
ARC 211 Light Construction Technology
This course covers working drawings for light construction.
Topics include plans, elevations, sections, and details;
schedules; and other related topics. Upon completion, stu-
dents should be able to prepare a set of working drawings
that are within accepted architectural standards. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 6; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: ARC 111. Corequisite: ARC 112.
ARC 212 Commercial Construction
Technology
This course introduces regional construction techniques for
commercial plans, elevations, sections, and details. Topics
include production of a set of commercial contract docu-
ments and other related topics. Upon completion, students
should be able to prepare a set of working drawings in
accordance with building codes. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 1; Lab, 6; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: ARC
111. Corequisite: ARC 112.
ARC 213 Design Project
This course provides the opportunity to design and prepare
a set of contract, documents within an architectural setting.
Topics include schematic design, design development,
construction documents, and other related topics. Upon
completion, students should be able to prepare a set of
commercial contract documents. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 2; Lab, 6; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisites:
ARC 111, ARC 112, and ARC 114. Corequisite: None.
ARC 220 Advanced Architectural CAD
This course provides file management, productivity, and
CAD customization skills. Emphasis is on developing
advanced proficiency techniques. Upon completion,
students should be able to create prototype drawings and
symbol libraries, compose sheets with multiple details, and
use advanced drawing and editing commands. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisite: ARC 114. Corequisite: None.
ARC 230 Environmental Systems
This course introduces plumbing, mechanical (HVAC),
and electrical systems for the architectural environment.
Topics include basic plumbing, mechanical, and electrical
Course
Descriptions
systems for residential and/or commercial buildings with
an introduction to selected code requirements. Upon com-
pletion, students should be able to develop schematic draw-
ings for plumbing, mechanical, and electrical systems and
perfonn related calculations. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
3; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisites: ARC 1 1 1
and MAT 121. Corequisite: None.
ARC 235 Architectural Portfolio
This course covers the methodology for creating an archi-
tectural portfolio. Topics include preparation of marketing
materials and a presentation strategy using conventional
and/or digital design media. Upon completion, students
should be able to produce an architectural portfolio of
selected projects. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 3;
Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
ARC 236 Architectural
Mechanics/Electronics Technology
This course covers the production of working drawings for
plumbing, mechanical, and electrical (PME) systems
for buildings. Topics include PME working drawing
development. Upon completion, students should be able
to produce PME working drawings and schedules. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 4; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisite: ARC 230. Corequisite: None.
ARC 240 Site Planning
This course introduces the principles of site planning,
grading plans, and earthwork calculations. Topics include
site analysis, site work, site utilities, cut and fill, soil
erosion control, and other related topics. Upon completion,
students should be able to prepare site development plans
and details as well as'perform cut and fill calculations.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: ARC 111. Corequisite: None.
ARC 263 Introduction to ADA Title III
This course introduces the American Disabilities Act Title
III requirements. Emphasis is on Title III requirements as
they apply to building construction. Upon completion,
students should be able to interpret and apply Title 111
requirements to buildings. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
1; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: ARC 211.
Corequisite: None
Art
ART 111 Art Appreciation
This course introduces the origins and historical develop-
ment of art. Emphasis is on the relationship of design
principles to various art forms including but not limited to
sculpture, painting, and architecture. Upon completion,
students should be able to identify and analyze a variety of
artistic styles, periods, and media. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for the general education core requirement
in humanities/fine arts. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisites: ENG 080
and RED 080, or satisfactory score on placement test.
Corequisites: ENG 000 and RED 090, or satisfactory score
on placement test.
ART 114 Art History Survey I
This course covers the development of art forms from
ancient times to the Renaissance. Emphasis is on content,
terminology, design, and style. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate an historical understanding
of art as a product reflective of human social development.
This course includes but is not limited to the art of Ancient
Egypt, Greece and Rome, the Byzantine era, and the
"Gothic" time period. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the
general education core requirement in humanities/fine
arts. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080, or
satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisites: ENG 090
and RED 090, or satisfactory score on placement test.
ART 115 Art History Survey II
This course covers the development of art forms from the
Renaissance to the present. Emphasis is on content,
terminology, design, and style. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate an historical understanding
of art as a product reflective of human social development.
This course includes but is not limited to the art of the
Renaissance and Baroque periods, Romanticism,
Impressionism, and various movements of the 20th
century. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in humanities/fine arts.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080, or satisfac-
tory score on placement test. Corequisites: ENG 090 and
RED 090, or satisfactory score on placement test.
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ART 131 Drawing I
This course introduces the language of drawing and the
use of various drawing materials. Emphasis is on drawing
techniques, media, and graphic principles. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in
the use of graphic form and various drawing processes.
This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferabili-
ty as apre-major and/or elective course requirement.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 6; Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080, or
satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite: None.
ART 132 Drawing II
This course continues instruction in the language of draw-
ing and the use of various materials. Emphasis is on exper-
imentation in the use of drawing techniques, media, and
graphic materials. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate increased competence in the expressive
use of graphic form and techniques. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for transferability as apre-major and/or
elective course requirement. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 0; Lab, 6; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites:
ENG 080 and RED 0.80, or satisfactory score on placement
test; and ART 131. Corequisite: None.
Automotive Systems
AUT 110 Introduction to Automotive
Technology
This course covers the basic concepts and terms of automo-
tive technology, workplace safety, North Carolina state
inspection, safety and environmental regulations, and use
of service information resources. Topics include familiar-
ization with components along with identification and
proper use of various automotive hand and power tools.
Upon completion, students should be able to describe terms
associated with automobiles, identify and use basic tools
and shop equipment, and conduct North Carolina
safety/emissions inspections. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
AUT 115 Engine Fundamentals
This course covers the theory, construction, inspection,
diagnosis, and repair of internal combustion engines and
related systems. Topics include fundamental operating
principles of engines and diagnosis, inspection, adjust-
ment, and repair of automotive engines using appropriate
service information. Upon completion, students should be
able to perform basic diagnosis and repair of automotive
engines using appropriate tools, equipment, procedures,
and service information. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: AUT 116.
Course
Descriptions
AUT 116 Engine Repair
This course covers service, repair, and rebuilding of block,
head, and internal engine components. Topics include
engine repair and reconditioning using service specifica-
tions. Upon completion, students should be able to rebuild
and recondition an automobile engine to service specifica-
tions. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 3; Semester
Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: AUT 115.
AUT 141 Suspension and Steering Systems
This course covers principles of operation, types, and
diagnosis and repair of suspension and steering systems to
include steering geometry. Topics include manual and
power steering systems as well as standard and electroni-
cally controlled suspension and steering systems. Upon
completion, students should be able to service and repair
various steering and suspension components, check and
adjust various alignment angles, and balance wheels.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 4; Semester Hours
Credit, 4. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
AUT 151 Brake Systems
This course covers principles of operation and types, diag-
nosis, service, and repair of brake systems. Topics include
drum and disc brakes involving hydraulic, vacuum boost,
hydra-boost, electrically powered boost, and anti-lock and
parking brake systems. Upon completion, students should
be able to diagnose, service, and repair various automotive
braking systems. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
AUT 152.
AUT 152 Brake Systems Lab
This course provides a laboratory setting to enhance brake
system skills. Emphasis is on practical experiences that
enhance the topics presented in AUT 151. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to apply the laboratory
experiences to the concepts presented in AUT 151. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: AUT 151.
AUT 161 Electrical Systems
This course covers basic electrical theory and wiring dia-
grams; test equipment; and diagnosis, repair, and replace-
ment of batteries, starters, alternators, and basic electrical
accessories. Topics include diagnosis and repair of battery,
starting, charging, lighting, and basic accessory systems
problems. Upon completion, students should be able to
diagnose, test, and repair the basic electrical components
of an automobile. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 6;
Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
AUT 164 Automotive Electronics
This course covers fundamentals of electrical/electronic
circuitry, semi-conductors, and microprocessors. Topics
include Ohm's law, circuits, AC/DC current, solid state
components, digital applications, and the use of digital
multimeters. Upon completion, students should be able to
apply Ohm's law to diagnose and repair electrical and elec-
tronic circuits using digital multimeters and appropriate
service information. The skills learned in this course will
be applied to computerized engine controls and automotive
electronic accessories. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: AUT l6l.
Corequisite: None.
AUT 171 Heating and Air Conditioning
This course covers the theory of refrigeration and heating;
electrical, electronic, and pneumatic controls; and diagno-
sis and repair of climate control systems. Topics include
diagnosis and repair of climate control components and
systems; recovery and recycling of refrigerant; and safety
and environmental regulations. Upon completion, students
should be able to describe the operation, diagnose, and
safely service climate control systems using appropriate
tools, equipment, and service information. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
AUT 181 Engine Performance - Electrical
This course covers the principles, systems, and procedures
required for diagnosing and restoring engine performance
using electrical and electronics test equipment. Topics
include procedures for diagnosis and repair of ignition,
emission control, and related electronic systems. Upon
completion, students should be able to describe the opera-
tion as well as diagnose and repair ignition and emission
control systems using appropriate test equipment and
service information. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab,
3; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: AUT 161.
Corequisite: None.
AUT 182 Engine Performance - Electrical
Lab
This course provides a laboratory setting to enhance the
skills for diagnosing and restoring engine performance
using electrical and electronic test equipment. Emphasis is
on practical experiences that enhance the topics presented
in AUT 181. Upon completion, students should be able to
apply the laboratory experiences to the concepts presented
in AUT 181. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 3;
Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
AUT 181.
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AUT 183 Engine Performance - Fuels
This course covers the principles of fuel delivery and man-
agement, exhaust and emission systems, and procedures
for diagnosing and restoring engine performance using
appropriate test equipment. Topics include procedures for
diagnosis and repair of fuel delivery and management as
well as exhaust and emission systems using appropriate
service information. Upon completion, students should be
able to describe, diagnose, and repair engine fuel delivery
and management and emission control systems using
appropriate service information and diagnostic equipment.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 3; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: AUT l6l. Corequisite: None.
AUT 184 Engine Performance - Fuels Lab
This course provides a laboratory setting to enhance the
skills for diagnosing and repairing fuel delivery/manage-
ment and emission systems. Emphasis is on practical
experiences that enhance the topics presented in AUT 183.
Upon completion, students should be able to apply the
laboratory experiences to the concepts presented in AUT
183. Course Hour Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 3; Semester
Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: AUT 183.
AUT 221 Automatic Transmissions
This course covers operation, diagnosis, service, and repair
of automatic transmissions and transaxles. Topics include
hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical and elec-
tronic operation of automatic drive trains and the use of
appropriate service tools and equipment. Upon completion,
students should be able to explain operational theory and
diagnose and repair automatic drive trains. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 6; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: AUT 231. Corequisite: None.
AUT 231 Manual Drive Trains/Axles
This course covers the operation, diagnosis, and repair of
manual transmissions and transaxles, clutches, driveshafts,
axles, and final drives. Topics include theory of torque,
power flow, and manual drive train service and repair
using appropriate service information, tools, and equip-
ment. Upon completion, students should be able to explain
operational theory and diagnose and repair manual drive
trains. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 3; Semester
Hour Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: AUT 232.
AUT 232 Manual Drive Trains/Axles Lab
This course provides a laboratory setting to enhance the
skills for diagnosing and repairing manual transmissions
and transaxles, clutches, driveshafts, axles, and final drives.
Emphasis is on practical experiences that enhance the
topics presented in AUT 231. Upon completion, students
should be able to apply the laboratory experiences to the
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concepts presented in AUT 231. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 0; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: AUT 231.
A UT 281 Advanced Engine Performance
This course utilizes service information and specialized test
equipment to diagnose and repair power train control
systems. Topics include computerized ignition, fuel and
emission systems, related diagnostic tools and equipment,
data communication networks, and service infonnation.
Upon completion, students should be able to perform
advanced engine performance diagnosis and repair. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisites: AUT 164, AUT 181, and AUT 183. Corequisite:
None.
Biology
Initial student placement in developmental courses is
based on the college's placement testing policies and
procedures. Students should begin developmental
course work at the appropriate level indicated by the
college's placement test.
BIO 092 Basics of Cell Biology
This course covers basic cell biology. Emphasis is on
biological chemistry, cell structure and function, cellular
metabolism, genetics, and other related topics. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate
preparedness for college-level biology courses. Laboratory
exercises focus on basic biological principles and micro-
scope techniques. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisites: MAT 060 and RED
080, or satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite:
RED 090 or satisfactory score on placement test.
BIO 111 General Biology I
This course introduces the principles and concepts of biolo-
gy. Emphasis is on basic biological chemistry, cell structure
and function, metabolism and energy transformation,
genetics, evolution, classification, and other related topics.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
understanding of life at the molecular and cellular levels.
Laboratory exercises reinforce lecture topics and include
microscope techniques. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
the general education core requirement in natural sci-
ences/mathematics. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab,
3; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisites: ENG 090, MAT
060, and RED 090, or satisfactory score on placement test.
Corequisite: None.
BIO 120 Introductory Botany
This course provides an introduction to the classification,
relationships, structure, and function of plants. Topics
include reproduction and development of seed and
non-seed plants, levels of organization, form and function
of systems, and a survey of major taxa. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate comprehension of
plant form and function, including selected taxa of both
seed and non-seed plants. The laboratory exercises are
coordinated with lecture topics and may include field
exercises. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in natural sciences/mathe-
matics. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3; Semester
Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: BIO 111. Corequisite: None.
BIO 130 Introductory Zoology
This course provides an introduction to the classification,
relationships, structure, and function of major animal
phyla. Emphasis is on levels of organization, reproduction
and development, comparative systems, and a survey of
selected phyla. Upon completion, students should be able
to demonstrate comprehension of animal form and func-
tion, including comparative systems of selected groups.
Laboratory exercises include microscope observations and
dissections to reinforce topics discussed in lecture. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for the general education core
requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3: Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: BIO 111. Corequisite: None.
BIO 160 Introductory Life Science
This course introduces scientific and biological concepts.
Topics include basic chemistry, cell structure and function,
cell division, basic genetic concepts, anatomical terminolo-
gy, and metric-English measurements and conversions.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
an understanding of basic chemistry, cell biology, genetic
concepts, anatomical terminology, and metric-English
measurements and conversions. Course Hours per Week:
Class, 2. Lab, 2. Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites:
MAT 070 and RED 090, or satisfactory score on placement
test. Corequisite: None
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BIO 161 Introduction to Human Biology
This course provides a basic survey of human biology.
Emphasis is on the basic structure and function of body
systems and the medical terminology used to describe
normal and pathological states. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate an understanding of normal
anatomy and physiology and the appropriate use of med-
ical terminology. This course covers a general study of each
organ system and an overview of common abnormal phys-
iological conditions associated with each system. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisites: RED 090 or satisfactory score on placement
test. Corequisite: None.
BIO 163 Basic Anatomy and Physiology
This course provides a basic study of the structure and
function of the human body. Topics include a basic study
of the body systems as well as an introduction to home-
ostasis, cells, tissues, nutrition, acid-base balance, and
electrolytes. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate a basic understanding of the fundamental
principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrela-
tionships. Laboratory exercises include specific organ
dissections and observations of physiology. This course has
been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for transferability as apre-major and/or
elective course requirement. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 4; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 5. Prerequisite: RED
090 or satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite:
None.
BIO 168 Anatomy and Physiology I
This course provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy
and physiology of the human body. Topics include body
organization; homeostasis; cytology; histology; and the
integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous systems and
special senses. Upon completion, students should be able
to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles
of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships.
Laboratory work includes dissection of preserved
specimens, microscopic study, physiologic experiments,
computer simulations, and multimedia presentations. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3- Lab, 3- Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisites: RED 090 or satisfactory score on placement
test, General/Cell Biology (high school or college) in last
five years, and General Chemistry (high school or college)
in last five years. Corequisite: None.
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BIO 169 Anatomy and Physiology II
This course provides a continuation of the comprehensive
study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body.
Topics include the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic,
respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems as
well as metabolism, nutrition, acid-base balance, and fluid
and electrolyte balance. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of prin-
ciples of anatomy and physiology and their interrelation-
ships. Laboratory work includes dissection of preserved
specimens, microscopic study, physiologic experiments,
computer simulations, and multimedia presentations. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3- Lab, 3- Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: BIO 168. Corequisite: None.
BIO 175 General Microbiology
This course covers principles of microbiology with empha-
sis on microorganisms and human disease. Topics include
an overview of microbiology and aspects of medical micro-
biology, identification and control of pathogens, disease
transmission, host resistance, and immunity. Upon com-
pletion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge
of microorganisms and the disease process as well as
aseptic and sterile techniques. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for transferability as apre-major and/or
elective course requirement. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite:
BIO 163. Corequisite: None.
BIO 271 Pathophysiology
This course provides an in-depth study of human
pathological processes and their effects on homeostasis.
Emphasis is on interrelationships among organ systems in
deviations from homeostasis. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate a detailed knowledge of
pathophysiology. Course topics include the etiology, physi-
cal signs and symptoms, prognosis, and complications of
commonly occurring diseases and their management. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: BIO 169. Corequisite: None.
BIO 275 Microbiology
This course covers principles of microbiology and the
impact these organisms have on man and the environ-
ment. Topics include the various groups of microorgan-
isms, their structure, physiology, genetics, microbial patho-
genicity, infectious diseases, immunology, and selected
practical applications. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills, including
microscopy, aseptic technique, staining, culture methods,
and identification of microorganisms. This course has
been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for transferability as apre-major and/or
elective course requirement. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: BIO
111 or BIO 168. Corequisite: None.
Blueprint Reading
BPRlll Blueprint Reading
This course introduces the basic principles of blueprint
reading. Topics include line types, orthographic projec-
tions, dimensioning methods, and notes. Upon completion,
students should be able to interpret basic blueprints and
visualize the features of a part. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
BPR 121 Blueprint Reading: Mechanical
This course covers the interpretation of intermediate
blueprints. Topics include tolerancing, auxiliary views,
sectional views, and assembly drawings. Upon completion,
students should be able to read and interpret a mechanical
working drawing. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: BPR 111.
Corequisite; None.
Business
BUS 110 Introduction to Business
This course provides a survey of the business world. Topics
include the basic principles and practices of contemporary
business. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate an understanding of business concepts as a
foundation for studying other business subjects. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
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BUS 115 Business Law I
This course introduces the ethics and legal framework of
business. Emphasis is on contracts, negotiable instruments,
Uniform Commercial Code, and the workings of the court
systems. Upon completion, students should be able to apply
ethical issues and laws covered to selected business decision
making situations. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course
requirement. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
BUS 116 Business law II
This course continues the study of ethics and business law.
Emphasis is on bailments, sales, risk-bearing, forms of
business ownership, and copyrights. Upon completion,
students should be able to apply ethical issues and laws
covered to selected business decision making situations.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: BUS 115. Corequisite: None.
BUS 137 Principles of Management
This course is designed to be an overview of the major
functions of management. Emphasis is on planning,
organizing, controlling, directing, and communicating.
Upon completion, students should be able to work as
contributing members of a team utilizing these functions
of management. Course Hour Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0:
Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
BUS 151 People Skills
This course introduces the basic concepts- of identity and
communication in the business setting. Topics include
self-concept; values; communication styles; feelings and
emotions; roles versus relationships; and basic assertive-
ness, listening, and conflict resolution. Upon completion,
students should be able to distinguish between unhealthy,
self-destructive communication patterns.and healthy,
non-destructive, positive communication patterns. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
BUS 153 Human Resource Management
This course introduces the functions of personnel/human
resource management within an organization. Topics
include equal opportunity and the legal environment,
recruitment and selection, performance appraisal, employ-
ee development, compensation planning, and employee
relations. Upon completion, students should be able to
anticipate and resolve human resource concerns. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
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BUS 210 Investment Analysis
This course examines the concepts related to financial
investment and the fundamentals of managing invest-
ments. Emphasis is on the securities markets, stocks,
bonds, and mutual funds as well as tax implications of
investment alternatives. Upon completion, students should
be able to analyze and interpret investment alternatives
and report findings to users of financial information.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisite: ACC 120. Corequisite: None.
BUS 225 Business Finance
This course provides an overview of business financial
management. Emphasis is on financial statement analysis,
time value of money, management of cash flow, risk and
return, and sources of financing. Upon completion,
students should be able to interpret and apply the princi-
ples of financial management. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: ACC
120. Corequisite: None.
BUS 228 Business Statistics
This course introduces the use of statistical methods and
tools in evaluating research data for business applications.
Emphasis is on basic probability, measures of spread and
dispersion, central tendency, sampling, regression analysis,
and inductive inference. Upon completion, students should
be able to apply statistical problem solving to business. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: MAT 115. Corequisite: None.
BUS 230 Small Business Management
This course introduces the challenges of entrepreneurship,
including the startup and operation of a small business.
Topics include market research techniques, feasibility stud-
ies, site analysis, financing alternatives, and managerial
decision making. Upon completion, students should be
able to develop a small business plan. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: ACC 120. Corequisite: None.
BUS 239 Business Applications Seminar
This course is designed as a capstone course for Business
Administration majors. Emphasis is on decision making
in the areas of management, marketing, production,
purchasing, and finance. Upon completion, students
should be able to apply the techniques, processes, and vital
professional skills needed in the work place. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisites: ACC 120, BUS 115, BUS 137, MKT 120, and
either ECO 251 or ECO 252. Corequisite: None.
BUS 255 Organizational Behavior in
Business
This course covers the impact of different management
practices and leadership styles on worker satisfaction and
morale, organizational effectiveness, productivity, and
profitability. Topics include a discussion of formal and
informal organizations, group dynamics, motivation, and
managing conflict and change. Upon completion, students
should be able to analyze different types of interpersonal
situations and determine an appropriate course of action.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
BUS 261 Diversity in Management
This course is designed to help managers recognize the
need to incorporate diversity into all phases of organiza-
tional management. Topics include self-evaluation,
management, sexual harassment, workforce diversity, dual
careers, role conflict, and communication issues. Upon
completion, students should be able to implement
solutions minimizing policies, attitudes, and stereotypical
behaviors that block effective team building. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
Computer Engineering
Technology
CET 111 Computer Upgrade/Repair I
This course is the first of two courses covering repairing,
servicing, and upgrading computers and peripherals in
preparation for industry certification. Topics include safety
practices, CPU/memory/bus identification, disk subsystem,
hardware and software installation and configuration,
common device drivers, data recovery, system mainte-
nance, and other related topics. Upon completion, students
should be able to safely repair and/or upgrade computer
systems to perform within specifications. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 2; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: CIS 1 10. Corequisite: None.
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GET 211 Computer Upgrade/Repair II
This course is the second of two courses covering repairing,
servicing, and upgrading computers and peripherals in
preparation for industry certification. Topics include
resolving resource conflicts and system bus specifications,
configuration and troubleshooting peripherals, operating
system configuration and optimization, and other related
topics. Upon completion, students should be able to
identify and resolve system conflicts and optimize system
performance. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2. Lab, 3-
Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: CET 111.
Corequisite: None.
Chemistry
Initial student placement in developmental courses is
based on the college's placement testing policies and
procedures. Students should begin developmental
course work at the appropriate level indicated by the
college's placement test.
CHM 094 'Basic Biological Chemistry
This course introduces the chemistry important to
biological processes. Emphasis is on the aspects of general,
organic, and biological chemistry that apply to biological
systems and processes. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic
biological chemistry necessary for success in college-level
biology courses. Laboratory work reinforces the principles
discussed in lecture. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisites: MAT 060
and RED 080, or satisfactory score on placement test.
Corequisite: MAT 070 or satisfactory score on placement
test.
CHM 131 Introduction to Chemistry
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of inor-
ganic chemistry. Topics include measurement, matter and
energy, atomic and molecular structure, nuclear chemistry,
stoichiometry, chemical formulas and reactions, chemical
bonding, gas laws, solutions, and acids and bases. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic
understanding of chemistry as it applies to other fields. A
brief introduction to organic chemistry, biochemistry,
plastics, polymers, and combustibles is included. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for the general education core
requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisites: MAT 070 and RED 090, or satisfactory score
on placement test. Corequisite: None.
CHM 131A Introduction to Chemistry Lab
This course is a laboratory to accompany CHM 131.
Emphasis is on laboratory experiences that enhance mate-
rials presented in CHM 131. Upon completion, students
should be able to utilize basic laboratory procedures and
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apply them to chemical principles presented in CHM 131.
This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in natural sciences/math-
ematics. Course Hours Per Week: Lab, 3; Semester Hours
Credit, 1. Prerequisites: MAT 070 and RED 090, or satisfac-
tory score on placement test. Corequisite: CHM 13 1.
CHM 151 General Chemistry I
This course covers fundamental principles and laws of
chemistry. Topics include measurement, atomic and
molecular structure, periodicity, chemical reactions,
chemical bonding, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, gas
laws, and solutions. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate an understanding of fundamental
chemical laws and concepts as needed in CHM 152.
Laboratory experiments and computer-based exercises
augment and reinforce the basic principles discussed in
lecture as well as provide practical examples. This course
has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for the general education core
requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit,
4. Prerequisites: RED 090 and MAT 080, or satisfactory
score on placement test; and CHM 094 or CHM 131 or
high school chemistry within the last 5 years.
Corequisite: MAT 171.
CHM 152 General Chemistry II
This course continues the study of the fundamental
principles and laws of chemistry. Topics include kinetics,
equilibrium, ionic and redox equations, acid-base theory,
electrochemistry, thermodynamics, introduction to
nuclear and organic chemistry, and complex ions. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate an
understanding of chemical concepts as needed to pursue
further study in chemistry and related professional fields.
Laboratory experiments and computer-based exercises
augment and reinforce the basic principles discussed in
lecture as well as provide practical examples. This course
has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for the general education core
requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit,
4. Prerequisite: CHM 151. Corequisite: None.
CHM 251 Organic Chemistry I
This course provides a systematic study of the theories,
principles, and techniques of organic chemistry. Topics
include nomenclature, structure, properties, reactions, and
mechanisms of hydrocarbons, alkyl halides, alcohols, and
ethers; further topics include isomerization, stereochem-
istry, and spectroscopy. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate an understanding of the fundamen-
tal concepts of covered organic topics as needed in CHM
252. Laboratory experiments, including spectroscopy and
chromotography, and computer-based exercises augment
and reinforce the basic principles discussed in lecture as
well as provide practical examples. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or
elective course requirement. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite:
CHM 152. Corequisite: None.
CHM 252 Organic Chemistry II
This course continues the systematic study of the theories,
principles, and techniques of organic chemistry. Topics
include nomenclature, structure, properties, reactions, and
mechanisms of aromatics, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic
acids and derivatives, amines, and heterocyclics. Multi-step
synthesis is emphasized. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate an understanding of organic
concepts as needed to pursue further study in chemistry
and related professional fields. Laboratory experiments,
including spectroscopy and chromotography, and comput-
er-based exercises augment and reinforce the basic
principles discussed in lecture as well as provide practical
examples. This course has been approved to satisfy
the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transfer-
ability as a pre-major and/or elective course require-
ment. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3; Semester
Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: CHM 251. Corequisite: None.
CHM 261 Quantitative Analysis
This course introduces classical methods of chemical
analysis with an emphasis on laboratory techniques. Topics
include statistical data treatment; stoichiometric and
equilibrium calculations; and titrimetric, gravimetric,
acid-base, oxidation-reduction, and compleximetric meth-
ods. Upon completion, students should be able to perform
classical quantitative analytical procedures. Laboratory
exercises in the various classical techniques enhance and
reinforce lecture material. This course has been approved
to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course
requirement. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 6;
Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: CHM 152.
Corequisite: None.
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Information Systems
CIS 070 Fundamentals of Computing
This course covers fundamental functions and operations
of the computer. Topics include identification of compo-
nents, overview of operating systems, and other basic
computer operations. Upon completion, students should
be able to operate computers, access files, print documents,
and perform basic applications operations. Course Hours
per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
CIS 110 Introduction to Computers
This course provides an introduction to computers and
computing. Topics include the impact of computers on
society, ethical issues, and hardware/software applications,
including spreadsheets, databases, word processors, graph-
ics, the Internet, and operating systems. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate an understanding
of the role and function of computers and use the comput-
er to solve problems. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
the general education core requirement in natural
sciences/mathematics. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
CIS 113 Computer Basics
This course introduces basic computer usage for non-com-
puter majors. Emphasis is on developing basic personal
computer skills. Upon completion, students should be able
to demonstrate competence in basic computer applications
sufficient to use computer-assisted instructional software.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 1. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
CIS 115 Introduction to Programming
and Logic
This course introduces computer programming and prob-
lem solving in a programming environment, including
an introduction to operating systems, text editor, and a
language translator. Topics include language syntax, data
types, program organization, problem-solving methods,
algorithm design, and logic control structures. Upon com-
pletion, students should be able to manage files with oper-
ating system commands, use top-down algorithm design,
and implement algorithmic solutions in a programming
language. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in natural sciences/ mathe-
matics. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: MAT 070. Corequisite: None.
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Descriptions
CIS 120 Spreadsheet!
This course introduces basic spreadsheet design and devel-
opment. Topics include writing formulas, using functions,
enhancing spreadsheets, creating charts, and printing.
Upon completion, students should be able to design and
print basic spreadsheets and charts. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: CIS 110. Corequisite: None.
CIS 130 Survey of Operating Systems
The course covers operating system concepts which are
necessary for maintaining and using computer systems.
Topics include disk, file, and directory structures; installa-
tion and setup; resource allocation, optimization, and
configuration; system security; and other related topics.
Upon completion, students should be able to install and
configure operating systems and optimize performance.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 3; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: CIS 1 10. Corequisite: None.
CIS 145 Operating System - Single-User
This course introduces operating systems concepts for
single-user systems. Topics include hardware management,
file and memory management, system configuration/
optimization, and utilities. Upon completion, students
should be able to perform operating system functions at
the support level in a single-user environment. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: CIS 110. Corequisite: CIS 130.
CIS 148 Operating System - Windows* NT
This course introduces operating systems concepts for the
Windows* NT operating system. Topics include hardware
management, file and memory management, system con-
figuration/optimization, networking options, and utilities.
Upon completion, students should be able to perform
operating system functions at the single- and multi-user
support level in a Windows* NT environment. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisites: CIS 110 and NET 110. Corequisite: CIS 130.
CIS 152 Database Concepts and
Applications
This course introduces database design and creation using
a DBMS product. Topics include database terminology;
usage in industry; design theory; types of DBMS models;
and creation of simple tables, queries, reports, and forms.
Upon completion, students should be able to create simple
database tables, queries, reports, and forms which follow
acceptable design practices. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: CIS 1 10 or
CIS 115. Corequisite: None.
CIS 153 Database Applications
This course covers advanced database functions continued
from CIS 152. Topics include manipulating multiple
tables, advanced queries, screens and reports, linking, and
command files. Upon completion, students should be able
to create multiple table systems that demonstrate updates,
screens, and reports which are representative of industry
requirements. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: CIS 152.
Corequisite: None.
CIS 157 Database Programming I
This course is designed to develop programming proficien-
cy in a selected DBMS. Emphasis is on the Data Definition
Language (DDL) and Data Manipulation Language (DML)
of the DBMS as well as on report generation. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to write programs that create,
update, and produce reports which are representative of
industry requirements. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisites: CIS 130 and
CIS 152. Corequisite: None.
CIS 162 Multimedia Presentation
Software
This course is designed to integrate visual and audio
resources using presentation software in a simple interac-
tive multimedia project. Emphasis is on design and audi-
ence considerations, general prototyping, and handling of
media resources. Upon completion, students should be able
to demonstrate an original interactive multimedia presen-
tation implementing all of these resources in a professional
manner. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: CIS 1 10. Corequisite: None.
CIS 163 Programming Interfaces Internet
This course creates interactive multimedia applications
and applets for the Internet using web-specific languages.
Emphasis is on audio, video, graphic, and network
resources and on various file formats. Upon completion,
students should be able to create an interactive multimedia
application or applet for the Internet. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisites: CIS 110 and CIS 152. Corequisite: None.
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CIS 165 Desktop Publishing I
This course provides an introduction to desktop publishing
software capabilities. Emphasis is on efficient use of a page
layout software package to create, design, and print publi-
cations; hardware/software compatibility; and integration
of specialized peripherals. Upon completion, students
should be able to prepare publications given design specifi-
cations. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: CIS 110. Corequisite: None.
CIS 169 Business Presentations
This course provides hands-on experience with a graphics
presentation package. Topics include terminology, effective
chart usage, design and layout, integrating hardware
components, and enhancing presentations with text and
graphics. Upon completion, students should be able to
design and demonstrate an effective presentation. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisite: CIS 1 10. Corequisite: None.
CIS 172 Introduction to the Internet
This course introduces the various navigational tools and
services of the Internet. Topics include using Internet
protocols, search engines, file compression/decompression,
FTP, e-mail, list servers, and other related topics. Upon
completion, students should be able to use Internet
resources; retrieve and decompress files; and use e-mail,
FTP, and other Internet tools. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 2; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: CIS
110. Corequisite: None.
CIS 173 Network Theory
This course examines Token Ring, Ethernet, and Arcnet
networks. Topics include LAN topologies and design; cable
characteristics; cable, interface cards, server, and client
installation; basic management techniques; linking net-
works; and troubleshooting LAN problems. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to install both hardware and
software for a small client/server IAN and troubleshoot
common network problems. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: None.
Corequisites: CIS 174 and CIS 175.
CIS 1 74 Network System Manager I
This course covers effective network management. Topics
include network file system design and security, login
scripts and user menus, printing services, e-mail, and
backup. Upon completion, students should be able to
administer an office network system. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: CIS 173-
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Descriptions
CIS 1 75 Network Management I
This course covers fundamental network administration
and system management. Topics include accessing and
configuring basic network services, managing directory
services, and using network management software. Upon
completion, students should be able to apply system
administrator skills in developing a network management
strategy. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: CIS 173.
CIS 184 TCP/IP and NFS
This course focuses on installation and configuration of
TCP/IP on a network. Topics include an overview of
TCP/IP, SNMP, application of programming interfaces,
Network File System (NFS), IP addresses, and routing and
tunneling. Upon completion, students should be able to
install, monitor, manage, diagnose, and troubleshoot
common problems in IP networks and internetworks.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisite: CIS 175. Corequisite: None.
CIS 220 Spreadsheets II
This course covers advanced spreadsheet design and
development. Topics include advanced functions, charting,
macros, databases, and linking. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate competence in designing
complex spreadsheets. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1;
Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: CIS 120.
Corequisite: None.
CIS 225 Integrated Software
This course provides strategies to perform data transfer
among software programs. Emphasis is on data inter-
change among word processors, spreadsheets, presentation
graphics, databases, and communications products. Upon
completion, students should be able to integrate data to
produce documents using multiple technologies. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisites: CIS 120, CIS 152, and OST 136. Corequisite:
None.
CIS 226 Trends in Technology
This course introduces emerging information systems
technologies. Emphasis is on evolving technologies and
trends in business and industry. Upon completion, students
should be able to articulate an understanding of the cur-
rent trends and issues in emerging technologies for infor-
mation systems. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: CIS 130.
Corequisite: None.
CIS 245 Operating Systems - Multi- Users
This course includes operating systems concepts for multi-
user systems. Topics include hardware management, file
and memory management, system configuration/
optimization, and utilities. Upon completion, students
should be able to perform operating system functions in a
multi-user environment. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: CIS 148.
Corequisite: None.
CIS 246 Operating System - UNIX
This course includes operating systems concepts for UNIX
operating systems. Topics include hardware management,
file and memory management, system configuration/
optimization, utilities, and other related topics. Upon com-
pletion, students should be able to use the UNIX operating
system and its utilities effectively. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 2; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: CIS
130. Corequisite: None.
CIS 274 Network System Manager II
This course is a continuation of CIS 174 and focuses on
advanced network management, configuration, and instal-
lation. Emphasis is on server configuration files, startup
procedures, server protocol support, memory and perform-
ance concepts, and management and maintenance. Upon
completion, students should be able to install and upgrade
networks and servers for optimal performance. This course
is a unique concentration requirement of the Network
Administration and Support concentration in the
Information Systems program. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: CIS
174. Corequisite: None.
CIS 275 Network Management II
This course is a continuation of CIS 175 and focuses on
advanced enterprise networks. Topics include directory
service tree planning, management distribution and pro-
tection, improving network security, auditing the network,
printing, networking, and system administration of an
Internet node. Upon completion, students should be able
to manage client services and network features and to
optimize network performance. This course is a unique
concentration requirement of the Network Administration
and Support concentration in the Information Systems
program. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: CIS 175. Corequisite: None.
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CIS 277 Network Design and
Implementation
This course focuses on the design, analysis, and integration
of a network operating system. Topics include determina-
tion of a directory tree structure and object placement,
creation of time synchronization strategy, security, and
routing services. Upon completion, students should be
able to implement a network design strategy, develop a
migration strategy, and create a network implementation
schedule. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: CIS 275. Corequisite: None.
CIS 279 UNIX System Administration
This course provides an advanced study of the UNIX oper-
ating system for maintaining UNIX systems. Topics include
administering user accounts, using back-up utilities,
installing and maintaining UNIX file systems, configuring
devices, controlling processes, using advanced scripts, and
other related topics. Upon completion, students should be
able to set up, configure, maintain, and administer a UNIX
system. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3; Semester
Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: CIS 246. Corequisite: None.
CIS 286 Systems Analysis and Design
This course examines established and evolving methodolo-
gies for the analysis, design, and development of a business
information system. Emphasis is on business systems
characteristics, managing information systems projects,
prototyping, CASE tools, and systems development life cycle
phases. Upon completion, students should be able to
analyze a problem and design an appropriate solution
using a combination of tools and techniques. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hour Credit, 3.
Prerequisites: CIS 115 and CSC 141. Corequisite: None.
CIS 287 Network Support
This course provides experience using CD ROM and on-line
research tools as well as hands-on experience for advanced
hardware support and troubleshooting. Emphasis is on
troubleshooting network adapter cards and cabling,
network storage devices, the DOS workstation, and network
printing. Upon completion, students should be able to ana-
lyze, diagnose, research, and repair network hardware prob-
lems. This course is a unique concentration requirement of
the Network Administration and Support concentration in
the Information Systems program. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: CIS
274 or CIS 275. Corequisite: None.
CIS 288 Systems Project
This course provides an opportunity to complete a signifi-
cant systems project from the design phase through imple-
mentation with minimal instructor support. Emphasis is
on project definition, documentation, installation, testing,
presentation, and training. Upon completion, students
should be able to complete a project from the definition
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Descriptions
phase through implementation. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 1; Lab, 4; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: CIS
286. Corequisite: None.
Criminal Justice
CJC 100 Basic Law Enforcement Training
This course covers the skills and knowledge needed for
entry-level employment as a law enforcement officer in
North Carolina. Topics are divided into general units of
study: legal, patrol duties, law enforcement communica-
tions, investigation, practical application, and sheriff-
specific. Upon successful completion, the student should
be able to demonstrate competence in the topics and areas
required for the state comprehensive examination. This is
a certificate-level course. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 8;
Lab, 30; Semester Hours Credit, 18. Prerequisite:
Acceptance in the BLET program. Corequisite: None.
CJC 111 Introduction to Criminal Justice
This course introduces the components and processes of
the criminal justice system. Topics include history, struc-
ture, functions, and philosophy of the criminal justice sys-
tem and their relationship to life in our society. Upon com-
pletion, students should be able to define and describe the
major system components and their interrelationships as
well as evaluate career options. Special emphasis is on the
courts of North Carolina and on the constitutional issues
arising under the Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments.
This course has been approved to satisfy the Compre-
hensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisites: ENG 090 and RED 090, or
satisfactory score on placement test.
CJC 112 Criminology
This course introduces deviant behavior as it relates to
criminal activity. Topics include theories of crime causa-
tion; statistical analysis of criminal behavior; past, present,
and future social control initiatives; and other related
topics. Upon completion, students should be able to
explain and discuss various theories of crime causation
and societal response. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None.
Corequisites: ENG 090 and RED 090, or satisfactory score
on placement test.
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CJC 113 Juvenile Justice
This course covers the juvenile justice system and related
juvenile issues. Topics include an overview of the juvenile
justice system, treatment and prevention programs, special
areas and laws unique to juveniles, and other related top-
ics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify
and discuss juvenile court structure and procedures, func-
tion and jurisdiction of juvenile agencies, processing and
detention of juveniles, and case disposition. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisites: ENG 090 and RED 090, or satisfactory score
on placement test. Corequisite: None.
CJC 114 Investigative Photography
This course covers the operation of various photographic
equipment and its application to criminal justice. Topics
include using various cameras, proper exposure of film,
developing film and prints, and preparing photographic
evidence. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate and explain the role of photography and
proper film exposure as well as development techniques.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisites: CJC 222; ENG 090 and RED 090,
or satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite: None.
CJC 121 Law Enforcement Operations
This course introduces fundamental law enforcement oper-
ations. Topics include the contemporary evolution of law
enforcement operations and related issues. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to explain theories, practices,
and issues related to law enforcement operations. Through
an application setting, students utilize current methods
and practices of local agencies in order to acquire a more
comprehensive understanding of operational needs and
logistics. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferabili-
ty as apre-major and/or elective course requirement.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisites: ENG 090 and
RED 090, or satisfactory score on placement test.
CJC 122 Community Policing
This course coves the historical, philosophical, and practi-
cal dimensions of community policing. Emphasis is on
the empowerment of police and the community to find
solutions to problems by forming partnerships. Upon
completion, students should be able to define community
policing, describe how community policing strategies solve
problems, and compare community policing to traditional
policing. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: CJC 111; ENG 090 and RED
090, or satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite:
None.
CJC 131 Criminal Law
This course covers the history, evolution, principles, and
contemporary applications of criminal law. Topics include
sources of substantive law, classification of crimes, parties
to crime, elements of crimes, matters of criminal responsi-
bility, and other related topics. Upon completion, students
should be able to discuss the sources of law and identify,
interpret, and apply the appropriate statutes and elements.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisite: None. Corequisites: ENG 090 and
RED 090, or satisfactory score on placement test.
CJC 132 Court Procedure and Evidence
This course covers judicial structure, process, and proce-
dure from incident to disposition; kinds and degrees of
evidence; and the rules governing admissibility of evidence
in court. Topics include consideration of state and federal
courts, arrest, search and seizure laws, exclusionary and
statutory rules of evidence, and other related issues. Upon
completion, students should be able to identify and discuss
procedures necessary to establish a lawful arrest and
search, proper judicial procedures, and the admissibility of
evidence. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 090 and RED 090, or
satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite: None.
CJC 141 Corrections
This course covers the history, major philosophies, compo-
nents, and current practices and problems of the field of
corrections. Topics include historical evolution, functions
of the various components, alternatives to incarceration,
treatment programs, inmate control, and other related top-
ics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain
the various components, processes, and functions of the
correctional system. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
transferability as a pre- major and/or elective course
requirement. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 090 and RED
090, or satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite:
None.
CJC 211 Counseling
This course introduces the basic elements of counseling
and specific techniques applicable to the criminal justice
setting. Topics include observation, listening, recording,
interviewing, and problem exploration necessary to form
effective helping relationships. Upon completion, students
should be able to discuss and demonstrate the basic tech-
niques of counseling. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab,
0; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 090 and
RED 090, or satisfactory score on placement test.
Corequisite: None.
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CJC 212 Ethics and Community Relations
This course covers ethical considerations and accepted
standards applicable to criminal justice organizations and
professionals. Topics include ethical systems; social
change, values, and norms; cultural diversity; citizen
involvement in criminal justice issues; and other related
topics. Upon completion, students should be able to apply
ethical considerations to the decision making process in
identifiable criminal justice situations. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisites: CJC 111; ENG 090 and RED 090, or satisfac-
tory score on placement test. Corequisite: None.
CJC 213 Substance Abuse
This course is a study of substance abuse in our society.
Topics include the history and classifications of drug abuse
and the social, physical, and psychological impact of drug
abuse. Upon completion, students should be able to identi-
fy various types of drugs, their effects on human behavior
and society, and treatment modalities. Current area drug
trends and North Carolina statutes regarding controlled
substances are reviewed, Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 090
and RED 090, or satisfactory score on placement test.
Corequisite: None.
CJC 214 Victimology
This course introduces the study of victims. Emphasis is on
roles and characteristics of victims, victim interaction with
the criminal justice system and society, current victim
assistance programs, and other related topics. Upon com-
pletion, students should be able to discuss and identify vic-
tims, the uniqueness of victims' roles, and current victim
assistance programs. In addition, this course assesses mas-
tery of critical competencies within the Criminal Justice
program. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: CJC 111, CJC 122, CJC 132,
CJC 215, CJC 221; ENG 090 and RED 090f or satisfactory
score on placement test. Corequisites: CJC 121 and CJC 131.
CJC 215 Organization and Administration
This course introduces the components and functions of
organization and administration as it applies to the agen-
cies of the criminal justice system. Topics include opera-
tions and functions of organizations; recruiting, training,
and retention of personnel; funding and budgeting;
communications; span of control and discretion; and other
related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to
identify and discuss the basic components and functions of
a criminal justice organization and its administrative oper-
ations. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisites: ENG 090 and RED 090, or
satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite: None.
CJC 221 Investigative Principles
This course introduces the theories and fundamentals of
the investigative process. Topics include crime scene and
incident processing, information gathering techniques,
collection and preservation of evidence, preparation of
appropriate reports, court presentations, and other related
topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identi-
fy, explain, and demonstrate the techniques of the inves-
tigative process, report preparation, and courtroom presen-
tation. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisites: CJC 111, CJC 122, CJC 132,
CJC 215, CJC 222; ENG 090 and RED 090, or satisfactory
score on placement test. Corequisite: None.
CJC 222 Criminalistics
This course covers the functions of the forensic laboratory
and its relationship to successful criminal investigations
and prosecutions. Topics include advanced crime scene
processing, investigative techniques, current forensic
technologies, and other related topics. Upon completion,
students should be able to identify and collect relevant evi-
dence at simulated crime scenes and request appropriate
laboratory analysis of submitted evidence. Practical appli-
cations of course materials are utilized at the instructor's
discretion. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 090 and RED
090, or satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite:
None.
CJC 225 Crisis Intervention
This course introduces critical incident intervention and
management techniques as they apply to operational
criminal justice practitioners. Emphasis is on the
victim/offender situation as well as on job-related high
stress and dangerous or problem-solving citizen contacts.
Upon completion, students should be able to provide
insightful analysis of emotional, violent, drug-induced,
and other critical and/or stressful incidents that require
field analysis and/or resolution. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites:
ENG 090 and RED 090, or satisfactory score on placement
test. Corequisite: None.
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CJC231 Constitutional Law
The course covers the impact of the Constitution of the
United States and its amendments on the criminal justice
system. Topics include the structure of the Constitution and
its amendments, court decisions pertinent to contemporary
criminal justice issues, and other related topics. Upon
completion, students should be able to identify and discuss
the basic structure of the United States Constitution as well
as the rights and procedures as interpreted by the courts.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 090 and RED 090, or satisfac-
tory score on placement test. Corequisite: None.
CJC232 Civil Liability
This course covers liability issues for the criminal justice
professional. Topics include civil rights violations, tort
liability, employment issues, and other related topics. Upon
completion, students should be able to explain civil trial
procedures and discuss contemporary liability issues.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisites: ENG 090 and RED 090, or satisfac-
tory score on placement test. Corequisite: None.
CJC 241 Community-Based Corrections
This course covers programs for convicted offenders that
are used both as alternatives to incarceration and in
post-incarceration situations. Topics include offenders,
diversion, house arrest, restitution, community service,
probation and parole, including both public and private
participation, and other related topics. Upon completion,
students should be able to identify and discuss the various
programs from the perspective of the criminal justice
professional, the offender, and the community. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisites: ENG 090 and RED 090, or satisfactory score
on placement test. Corequisite: None.
Cooperative Education
COE110 World of Work
This course covers basic knowledge necessary for gaining
and maintaining employment. Topics include job search
skills, work ethic, meeting employer expectations, work-
place safety, and human relations. Upon completion,
students should be able to make a successful transition
from school to work. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1;
Lab, 0; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisite:
Permission of program director. Corequisite: None.
COE 111 Co-Op Work Experience I
This course provides work experience with a college-
approved employer in an area related to the student's
program of study. Emphasis is on integrating classroom
learning with related work experience. Upon completion,
students should be able to evaluate career selection,
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Descriptions
demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform
work-related competencies. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 0; Lab, 0; Clinical, 10; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: Permission of program director. Corequisite:
None.
COE 112 Co-Op Work Experience I
This course provides work experience with a college-
approved employer in an area related to the student's pro-
gram of study. Emphasis is on integrating classroom learn-
ing with related work experience. Upon completion, stu-
dents should be able to evaluate career selection, demon-
strate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-
related competencies. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0;
Lab, 0; Clinical, 20; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite:
Permission of program director. Corequisite: None.
COE 121 Co-Op Work Experience II
This course provides work experience with a college-
approved employer in an area related to the student's
program of study. Emphasis is on integrating classroom
learning with related work experience. Upon completion,
students should be able to evaluate career selection,
demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform
work-related competencies. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
0; Work Experience, 10; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
Communication
COM 111 Voice and Diction I
This course provides guided practice in the proper produc-
tion of speech. Emphasis is on improving speech, includ-
ing breathing, articulation, pronunciation, and other vocal
variables. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate effective natural speech in various contexts.
Students should also demonstrate proficiency in the
following areas: articulation, expressiveness, fluency,
standard English grammar, and pronunciation. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
COM 231 Public Speaking
This course provides instruction and experience in prepar-
ing and delivering speeches within a public setting and in
group discussion. Emphasis is on research, preparation,
delivery, and evaluation of informative, persuasive, and
special occasion public speaking. Upon completion, stu-
dents should be able to prepare and deliver well-organized
speeches and participate in group discussion with appropri-
ate audiovisual support. Students should also demonstrate
the speaking, listening, and interpersonal skills necessary
to be effective communicators in academic settings, in the
workplace, and in the community. 7fc course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehmsive Articulation
Agreement for the general education core retirement
in speech/communication. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Computer Science
CSC 120 Computing Fundamentals I
This course provides the essential foundation for the disci-
pline of computing and a program of study in computer
science, including the role of the professional. Topics
include algorithm design, data abstraction, searching and
sorting algorithms, and procedural programming tech-
niques. Upon completion, students should be able to solve
problems, develop algorithms, specify data types, perform
sorts and searches, and use an operating system. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisites: MAT 080 or satisfactory score on placement
test and CIS 1 10. Corequisite: None.
CSC 130 Computing Fundamentals II
This course provides in-depth coverage of the discipline of
computing and the role of the professional. Topics include
software design methodologies, analysis of algorithm and
data structures, searching and sorting algorithms, and file
organization methods. Upon completion, students should
be able to use software design methodologies and choice of
data structures as well as understand the social and ethical
responsibilities of the computing professional. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3- Lab 2, Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: CSC 120. Corequisite: None.
CSC 134 C++ Programming
This course introduces object-oriented computer program-
ming using the C++ programming language. Topics
include input/output operations, iteration, arithmetic
operations, arrays, pointers, filters, and other related topics.
Upon completion, students should be able to design, code,
test, and debug C++ language programs. Tliis course has
been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or
elective course requirement. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 2; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: CIS
115. Corequisite: None.
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CSC 135 COBOL Programming
This course introduces computer programming using the
COBOL programming language. Topics include input/out-
put operations, sequence, selection, iteration, arithmetic
operations, arrays and tables, and other related topics.
Upon completion, students should be able to design, code,
test, and debug COBOL language programs. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: CIS 115. Corequisite: None.
CSC 139 Visual Basic Programming
This course introduces event-driven computer program-
ming using the Visual Basic programming language.
Topics include input/output operations, sequence,
selection, iteration, arithmetic operations, arrays, forms,
sequential files, and other related topics. Upon completion,
students should be able to design, code, test, and debug
Visual Basic language programs. Course Hours Per Week:
Class,-2; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: CIS.
115. Corequisite: None.
CSC 141 Visual C+ + Programming
This course introduces event-driven computer program-
ming using the Visual C++ programming language.
Topics include input/output operations, sequence,
selection, iteration, arithmetic operation, arrays, and other
related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to
design, code, test, and debug Visual C++ Language pro-
grams. Course Hours Per Week: Class 2; Lab, 3; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: CIS 115. Corequisite: None.
CSC 143 Object-Oriented Programming
This course introduces the concepts of object-oriented
programming. Emphasis is on event-driven programming
methods, including creating and manipulating objects and
classes as well as using object-oriented tools such as the
class debugger. Upon completion, students should be able
to design, test, debug, and implement objects at the appli-
cation level using the appropriate environment. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: CSC 141. Corequisite: None.
CSC 148 JAVA Programming
This course introduces computer programming using the
JAVA language. Topics include selection, iteration, arith-
metic and logical operators, classes, inheritance, methods,
arrays, user interfaces, basic applet creation, and other
related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to
design, code, test, and debugJAVA language programs.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 3; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisite: CSC 139 or CSC 141. Corequisite:
None.
Course
Descriptions
CSC 152 SAS
This course introduces the fundamentals of SAS program-
ming. Emphasis is on learning basic SAS commands
and statements for solving a variety of data processing
applications. Upon completion, students should be able to
use SAS data and procedure steps to create SAS data sets, do
statistical analysis, and create general customized reports.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 4. Prerequisite: CIS 130. Corequisite: None.
CSC 193 Selected Topics in Programming
This course provides an opportunity to explore areas of
current interest in programming. Emphasis is on subject
matter appropriate to the program or discipline. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate an
understanding of the specific area of study. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: CSC 139 or CSC 141. Corequisite: None.
CSC 235 Advanced COBOL
This course is a continuation of CSC 135 using COBOL
with structured programming principles. Emphasis is on
advanced arrays and tables, file management and process-
ing techniques, data structures, sub-programs, interactive
processing, sort and merge routines, and libraries. Upon
completion, students should be able to design, code, test,
debug, and document programming solutions. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: CSC 135. Corequisite: None.
CSC 239 Advanced Visual Basic
This course is a continuation of CSC 139 using Visual Basic
with structured programming principles. Emphasis is on
advanced arrays and tables, file management and process-
ing techniques, data structures, sub-programs, interactive
processing, sort and merge routines, and libraries. Upon
completion, students should be able to design, code, test,
debug, and document programming solutions. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: CSC 139- Corequisite: None.
CSC 241 Advanced Visual C+ +
This course is a continuation of CSC 141 using Visual C++
with object oriented programming principles. Emphasis is
on advanced arrays, file management/processing tech-
niques, data structures, sub-programs, interactive process-
ing, algorithms, and libraries. Upon completion, students
should be able to design, code, test, debug, and document
programming solutions. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisites: CSC 141
and CSC 143. Corequisite: None.
CSC 248 Advanced Internet Programming
This course covers advanced programming skills required
to design Internet applications. Emphasis is on program-
ming techniques required to support network applications.
Upon completion, students should be able to design, code,
debug, and document network-based programming solu-
tions to various real-world problems using an appropriate
programming language. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: CSC 141.
Corequisite: None.
Clinical Trials Research
CTR 110 Introduction to Clinical Research
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the
clinical research process and its history and evolution.
Topics include phase of clinical trials, protection of human
subjects, roles of the clinical research teams, and responsi-
bilities of clinical research organizations. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to prepare an organizational
chart depicting a typical research team, defining the roles
or responsibilities of each member. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite:
Enrollment in the Clinical Trials Research Associate pro-
gram or permission of program director. Corequisite: None.
CTR 112 Clinical Research Terminology
This course is designed to enhance and augment the stu-
dent's knowledge of basic medical terminology. Emphasis
' is on acronyms, abbreviations, and initials commonly used
in clinical research and the terminology associated with
pharmaceutical and pharmacological research. Upon com-
pletion, students will be able to utilize and apply standard
research terminology in effective written and verbal
communication. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the
Clinical Trials Research Associate program. Corequisite:
None.
CTR 115 Clinical Research Regulations
This course covers the range of national and international
regulations governing the development of drugs, diagnos-
tics, medical devices, and biologies. Topics include a review
of the regulatory agencies, guidelines for regulatory
application, required documentation, and preparation for
compliance audits. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate a basic understanding of regulatory
processes associated with clinical research and describe
effective means of compliance. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisites:
CTR 1 10 and CTR 1 12. Corequisite: None.
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CTR 120 Research Protocol Design
This course introduces the student to the scientific develop-
ment of research protocols and their key elements. Topics
include the differentiation between research design types,
rules for writing protocols, ethical considerations relative
to research protocols, and the correct preparation of data
collection forms. Upon completion, the student will be
able to identify the primary components of protocols and
effectively develop a protocol draft. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: CTR
115. Corequisite: CTR 130.
CTR 130 Clinical Research Management
This course introduces the student to the elements involved
in implementing and managing a clinical study. Topics
include overall project planning, development of study
goals, preparation of budget and contracts, implementa-
tion of monitoring visits, and effective management of
research sites. Upon completion, students should be able to
design and prepare a plan for the implementation and
management of a sample clinical research project. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 4; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: CTR 115. Corequisite: CTR 120.
CTR 150 Research Fieldwork I
This course provides supervised work experience and
observation in a clinical research setting. Emphasis is on
the enhancement of professional skills and the practical
application of curriculum concepts in the research setting.
Upon completion, students should be able to apply
research theory effectively to clinical research practices.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 15; Semester Hours
Credit, 5. Prerequisites: CTR 120 and CTR 130. Corequisite:
None.
CTR 210 Research Data and Reports
This course covers the organization and management of
study data and the effective presentation of data in reports.
Topics include database structures, data management sys-
tems, quality assurance, data confidentially and security,
key elements of effective reports, and preparation of case
report forms. Upon completion, students will be able to
organize, enter, and review effectively the data used in the
presentation of required reports. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisites:
CTR 120 and MAT 115. Corequisite: None.
CTR 220 Research Site Management
This course covers the guidelines and methodology of
research site management and the recruitment of research
sites, investigators, and subjects. Topics include the identifi-
cation and evaluation of sites and investigators, on-site
budget management, and the coordination of subject
participation. Upon completion, students should be able
to demonstrate the principles and practices of effective
Course
Descriptions
research site management. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: CTR 210.
Corequisite: None.
CTR 250 Research Fieldwork II
This course provides more advanced work experience in a
clinical research setting. Emphasis is on the refinement of
professional skills and the practice of curriculum concepts
in diverse clinical research areas. Upon completion,
students will be able to apply research theory to clinical
practices. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 24;
Semester Hours Credit, 8. Prerequisite: CTR 220.
Corequisite: CTR 281.
CTR 281 Trends in Clinical Research
This course covers the major issues, trends, and concepts in
contemporary clinical research practice. Topics include
professional ethics, continuing education and certification,
job placement skills, and the latest developments in clini-
cal research. Upon completion, students should be able
to demonstrate a basic knowledge of the topics covered.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisite: CTR 220. Corequisite: CTR 250.
Drafting
DFT115 Architectural Drafting
This course introduces basic drafting practices used in
residential and light commercial design. Topics include
floor plans, foundations, details, electrical components,
elevations, and dimensioning practice. Upon completion,
students should be able to complete a set of working draw-
ings for a simple structure. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
1; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
DFT117 Technical Drafting
This course introduces basic drafting practices for non-
drafting majors. Emphasis is on instrument use and care,
shape and size description, sketching, and pictorials. Upon
completion, students should be able to produce drawings of
assigned parts. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
DFT 170 Engineering Graphics
This course introduces basic engineering graphics skills,
equipment, and applications (manual and computer-
aided). Topics include sketching, measurements, lettering,
dimensioning, geometric construction, orthographic
projections and pictorial drawings, and sectional and
auxiliary views. Upon completion, students should be able
to demonstrate an understanding of basic engineering
graphics principles and practices. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for transferability as apre-major and/or
elective course requirement. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
Dental
DLT 111 Dental Anatomy/Physiology
This course introduces the anatomy of the individual tooth
and the basic anatomy/physiology of the head, oral cavity,
and supporting structures. Topics include anatomy,
contour, occlusion, malocclusion, the tempormandibular
joint, and the anatomical structures of the head and oral
cavity. Upon completion, students should be able to carve
teeth with proper occlusion, anatomy, and contour and
understand the anatomy of the head and oral cavity.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 6; Clinical, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 5. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the
Dental Laboratory Technology program. Corequisite: None.
DLT 114 Dental Materials
This couise provides a study of the composition, properties,
and uses of non-metal materials as well as the physical
and mechanical properties of metal alloys. Topics include
gypsums, waxes, acrylics, metals, and policies related to
health, safety, and infection control. Upon completion, stu-
dents should be able to identify gypsums, waxes, acrylics,
and metal materials and know the proper procedures for
health, safety, and infection control. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 1; Lab, 6; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Dental Laboratory
Technology program. Corequisite: None.
DLT 116 Complete Dentures
This course introduces basic and intennediate techniques
in complete denture construction and also covers
mandibular movement, occlusion, and infection control.
Topics include baseplates, occlusion rims, articulator
mountings, custom trays, setting of teeth, waxing denture
bases, investing, processing, selective grinding, finishing,
and polishing of complete dentures. Upon completion,
students should be able to construct complete denture
prostheses utilizing proper laboratory technique. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 9; Clinical, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Dental
Laboratory Technology program. Corequisite: None.
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DLT 118 Cast Partial Dentures
This course covers techniques used in fabricating cast
removable partial denture frameworks utilizing a chrome-
cobalt alloy. Topics include surveying, designing, block-out
procedures, pouring refractory casts, waxing, casting,
finishing, polishing frameworks, tooth selection, setup,
processing, and finishing of acrylic. Upon completion,
students should be able to fabricate cast removable partial
dentures following the dental prescription. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 9; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 6. Prerequisite: DLT 114. Corequisite: None.
DLT 119 Wrought -Orthodontic Appliances
This course introduces techniques for fabricating remov-
able wrought and orthodontic/pedodontic appliances.
Topics include wrought clasps, archwires, orthodontic
clasps, orthodontic acrylic, soldering, fabrication, and
repair of orthodontic restorations. Upon completion, stu-
dents should be able to fabricate removable wrought-ortho-
dontic appliances following the dental prescription. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 9; Clinical, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
DLT 123 Crown and Bridge
This course introduces techniques for fabricating cast gold
restorations. Topics include infection control, pouring
impressions with removable dies, trimming margins, artic-
ulating, waxing of single and multiple units, soldering,
and principles of occlusion. Upon completion, students
should be able to fabricate single and multiple unit cast
gold fixed restorations. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 12; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 6. Prerequisites:
DLT 111 and DLT 114. Corequisite: None.
DLT 126 Advanced Crown and Bridge
This course introduces techniques for fabricating advanced
fixed restorations. Topics include resin veneers, temporary
crowns, post-core crowns, overdenture copings, non-
parallel bridges, and semi-precision attachments. Upon
completion, students should be able to fabricate advanced
fixed restorations. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 9;
Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: DLT 123.
Corequisite: None.
DLT 211 Advanced Complete Dentures
This course includes instruction in advanced complete
denture construction. Topics include overdentures, imme-
diate dentures, cast metal bases, relines, rebases, repairs,
and various occlusal relationships. Upon completion,
students should be able to construct advanced complete
denture prostheses following the dental prescription.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 12; Clinical, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 6. Prerequisites: DLT 1 14 and DLT
1 16. Corequisite: None.
Course
Descriptions
DLT 215 Advanced Partial Dentures
This course examines the biomechanics of removable
partial denture design as well as fabrication and concepts,
including gnathalogical principles as applied in the
construction of restorations. Emphasis is on fabricating
advanced cast metal restorations, including bite raisers, flat
back facings, tube teeth, and concepts relating to precision
partial construction, such as implants. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate an understanding
of gnathalogical concepts and the fabrication of special
types of removable restorations. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 1; Lab, 6; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: DLT 1 18. Corequisite: None.
DLT 217 Ceramic Techniques
This course includes the physical properties of metals and
ceramics as well as the fabrication of porcelain fused to
metal crowns, including porcelain shoulder margins.
Emphasis is on infection control, model and die fabrica-
tion, metal substructure fabrication, build up, firing, and
finishing of ceramic crowns. Upon completion, students
should be able to complete single unit ceramic crowns.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 9; Clinical, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 5. Prerequisite: DLT 126.
Corequisite: None.
DLT 219 Jurisprudence and Ethics
This course covers the history as well as the legal and
ethical aspects of the laboratory profession and in-depth
studies of the certification program. Topics include dental
laboratory history, dentist-laboratory relationships, certifi-
cation preparation, and legal and ethical requirements of
dental laboratories and technicians. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate an understanding
of the legal and ethical requirements of the dental
laboratory profession and dental history. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 1; Lab, 0; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Dental Laboratory
Technology program. Corequisite: None.
DLT 222 Advanced Ceramic Techniques
This course covers the fabrication of metal-ceramic
bridges; all-ceramic crowns; and shading, staining, and
personalizing ceramic restorations. Emphasis is on bond-
ing dental porcelain on base metal alloys, margination,
contouring, shading, and soldering. Upon completion,
students should be able to fabricate ceramic-to-metal
bridgework. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 9;
Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 5. Prerequisite: DLT 217.
Corequisite: None.
DLT 224 Dental Lab Practice
This course provides practical experience in the commer-
cial laboratory setting. Emphasis is on all laboratory tech-
niques pertaining to the specialty area. Upon completion,
students should be able to function effectively in the
commercial dental laboratory environment. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 0; Clinical, 20; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisite: DLT 211. Corequisites: DLT 215 and
DLT 222.
Drama
DRA 170 Play Production I
This course provides an applied laboratory study of the
processes involved in the production of a play. Topics
include fundamental practices, principles, and techniques
associated with producing plays of various periods and
styles. Upon completion, students should be able to
participate in an assigned position with a college theater
production. This course is approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferabili-
ty as apre-major and/or elective course requirement.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 9; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
Economics
ECO 251 Principles of Microeconomics
This course introduces economic analysis of individual,
business, and industry choices in the market economy.
Topics include the price mechanism, supply and demand,
optimizing economic behavior, costs and revenue, market
structures, factor markets, income distribution, market
failure, and government intervention. Upon completion,
students should be able to identify and evaluate consumer
and business alternatives in order to achieve economic
objectives efficiently. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement
for the general education core requirement in
social/behavioral sciences. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: MAT 070
or satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisites: ENG
090 and RED 090, or satisfactory score on placement test.
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ECO 252 Principles of Macroeconomics
This course introduces economic analysis of aggregate
employment, income, and prices. Topics include major
schools of economic thought; aggregate supply and
demand; economic measures, fluctuations, and growth;
money and banking; stabilization techniques; and interna-
tional trade. Upon completion, students should be able to
evaluate national economic components, conditions, and
alternatives for achieving socioeconomic goals. This course
has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for the general education core
requirement in social/behavioral sciences. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: MAT 070 or satisfactory score on placement
test. Corequisites: ENG 090 and RED 090, or satisfactory
score on placement test.
Education
EDU 111 Early Childhood Credential I
This course introduces early childhood education and the
role of the teacher in environments that encourage explo-
ration and learning. Topics include professionalism, child
growth and development, individuality, family, and culture.
Upon completion, students should be able to identify and
demonstrate knowledge of professional roles, major areas
of child growth and development, and diverse families.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
EDU 112 Early Childhood Credential II
This course introduces developmental^ appropriate prac-
tices; positive guidance; and standards of health, safety,
and nutrition. Topics include the learning environment;
planning developmentally appropriate activities; positive
guidance techniques; and health, safety, and nutrition
standards. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate developmentally appropriate activities and
positive guidance techniques as well as describe health,
sanitation, and nutrition practices that promote healthy
environments for children. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: EDU 111.
Corequisite: None.
EDU 113 Family/Early Childhood
Credential
This course covers business and professional practices for
family early childhood providers, developmentally appro-
priate practices, positive guidance, and methods of provid-
ing a safe and healthy environment. Topics include devel-
opmentally appropriate practices; health, safety, and nutri-
tion; and business and professionalism. Upon completion,
students should be able to develop a handbook of policies,
procedures, and practices for a family child care home.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisite: EDU 111. Corequisite: None.
Course
Descriptions
EDU 116 Introduction to Education
This course introduces the American educational system
and the teaching profession. Topics include historical and
philosophical foundations of education, contemporary
educational trends and issues, curriculum development,
and observation and participation in public school class-
rooms. Upon completion, students should be able to relate
classroom observations to the roles of teachers and schools
and the process of teacher education. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for transferability as apre-major and/or
elective course requirement. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
EDU 118 Teacher Associate Principles and
Practice
This course covers the teacher associate's role in the
educational system. Topics include history of education,
professional responsibilities and ethics, cultural diversity,
communication skills, and identification of the optimal
learning environment. Upon completion, students should
be able to describe the supporting professional role of the
teacher associate, demonstrate positive communication,
and discuss educational philosophy. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
EDU 119 Early Childhood Education
This course covers the foundations of the education profes-
sion, types of programs, professionalism, and planning
quality programs for children. Topics include historical
foundations; career options; types of programs; profession-
alism; observational skills; and planning developmentally
appropriate schedules, environments, and activities for
children. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate observational skills, identify appropriate
schedules and environments, develop activity plans, and
describe influences on the profession. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
EDU 131 Child, Family, and Community
This course covers the relationships between the families,
programs for children and schools, and the community.
Emphasis is on establishing and maintaining positive
collaborative relationships with families and community
resources. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate strategies for effectively working with diverse
families and for identifying and utilizing community
resources. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
EDU 144 Child Development I
This course covers the theories of child development and
the developmental sequences of children from conception
through the pre-school years for early childhood educators.
Emphasis is on sequences in physical/motor, social,
emotional, cognitive, and language development as well as
appropriate experiences for the young child. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to identify developmental
milestones, plan experiences to enhance development, and
describe appropriate interaction techniques and environ-
ments for typical and atypical development. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
EDU 145 Child Development II
This course covers theories of child development and devel-
opmental sequences of children from pre-school through
middle childhood for early childhood educators. Emphasis
is on characteristics of physical/motor, social, emotional,
and cognitive/language development and appropriate
experiences for children. Upon completion, students should
be able to identify developmental characteristics, plan
experiences to enhance development, and describe appro-
priate interaction techniques and environments. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: EDU ,144. Corequisite: None.
EDU 146 Child Guidance
This course introduces practical principles and techniques
for developmentally appropriate guidance. Emphasis is on
encouraging self-esteem and cultural awareness, effective
communication skills, and direct and indirect guidance
techniques and strategies. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate strategies which encourage
positive social interactions; promote conflict resolution; and
develop self-control, self-motivation, and self-esteem in
children. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
EDU 152 Music, Movement, and Language
This course introduces historical perspectives of music and
movement and integrates die whole language concept with
emphasis on diversity. Emphasis is on designing an envi-
ronment that focuses on language development through
developmentally and culturally appropriate music and
movement. Upon completion, students should be able to
design an environment that develops language through a
music and movement curriculum that emphasizes diversi-
ty. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
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EDU 153 Health, Safety, and Nutrition
This course focuses on promoting and maintaining the
health and well-being of children. Topics include health
and nutritional needs, safe and healthy environments, as •
well as recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect.
Upon completion, students should be able to set up and
monitor safe indoor and outdoor environments and imple-
ment a nutrition education program. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hour Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: EDU 153A.
EDU 153A Health, Safety, and Nutrition
Lab
This course provides a laboratory component to comple-
ment EDU 153- Emphasis is on practical experiences that
enhance concepts introduced in the classroom. Upon com-
pletion, students should be able to demonstrate a practical
understanding of the development and implementation
of safe indoor and outdoor environments and nutrition
education programs. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab,
2; Semester Hours Credit, I. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
EDU 153.
EDU 154 Social and Emotional
Development
This course covers the social and emotional development
of young children. Topics include interpreting theory,
assessing children, and planning and implementing
developmentally appropriate practices. Upon completion,
students should be able to plan, implement, and evaluate
learning experiences in a developmentally appropriate cur-
riculum. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
EDU 161 Introduction to Exceptional Child
This course covers exceptional children as learners within
the context of the community, school, and family.
Emphasis is on the legal, social, physical, political, and
cultural issues relating to the analysis and teaching of
exceptional children. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate knowledge of identification processes,
mainstreaming techniques, and professional practices and
attitudes. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3; Semester
Hours Credit. 4. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
EDU 162 Early Exposure/Prospective
Teachers
This course provides an opportunity to observe teachers
and pupils in a natural classroom environment. Emphasis
is on observation methods, planning, teaching, evaluation,
personal goal assessment, and curriculum. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to demonstrate an under-
standing of their own personal teaching goals, teaching
Course
Descriptions
methods, planning methods, and student performance
evaluation. This course serves as a capstone course for the
Early Childhood Associate in Applied Science program.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisites: EDU 112, EDU 131, EDU 146, EDU
153, EDU 153A, EDU l6l, EDU 221, EDU 234, EDU 251,
and EDU 262. Corequisite: None.
EDU 171 Instructional Media
This course covers the development and maintenance of '
effective teaching materials and the operation of selected
pieces of equipment. Topics include available community
resources, various types of instructional materials and
bulletin boards, and audiovisual and computer use with
children. Upon completion, students should be able to con-
struct and identify resources for instructional materials and
bulletin boards and use audiovisual and computer equip-
ment. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
EDU 172 Education Tools
This course covers practical applications of technology in
educational settings. Topics include software selection for
classroom usage, record keeping, and adaptive technology
for children with special needs. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate appropriate computer skills
for the educational environment. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
EDU 186 Reading and Writing Methods
This course covers concepts, resources, and methods for
teaching reading and writing to school-age children.
Topics include the importance of literacy, learning styles,
skills assessment, various reading and writing approaches,
and instructional strategies. Upon completion, students
should be able to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate
developmentally appropriate reading and writing experi-
ences. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
EDU 221 Children with Special Needs
This course introduces working with children with special
needs. Emphasis is on the characteristics and assessment of
children as well as on strategies for adapting the home and
classroom environment. Upon completion, students should
be able to recognize atypical development; make appropri-
ate referrals; and work collaboratively to plan, implement,
and evaluate inclusion strategies. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisites:
EDU 144 and EDU 145. Corequisite: None.
EDU 2^4 Infants, Toddlers, and Twos
This course covers the skills needed to implement effective-
ly the group care of infants, toddlers, and two-year-olds.
Emphasis is on child development and developmentally
appropriate practices. Upon completion, students should be
able to identify, plan, select materials and equipment, and
implement and evaluate a developmentally appropriate
curriculum. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
EDU 235 School-Age Development and
Programs
This course presents developmentally appropriate practices
in group care for school-age children. Topics include
principles of development, environmental planning, and
positive guidance techniques. Upon completion, students
should be able to discuss developmental principles for chil-
dren five to twelve years of age and plan and implement
age-appropriate activities. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
EDU 241 Adult-Child Relations
This course covers self-concept and effective, active listen-
ing skills in positive one-to-one interactions with individu-
als and groups of children. Emphasis is on self-concept
development and effective communication techniques used
with children. Upon completion, students should be able to
identify principles underlying self-concept and demonstrate
effective listening and communication skills adults use
with children. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
EDU 251 Exploration Activities
This course covers discovery experiences in science, math,
and social studies. Emphasis is on developing concepts for
each area and encouraging young children to explore, dis-
cover, and construct concepts. Upon completion, students
should be able to discuss the discovery approach to teach-
ing, explain major concepts in each area, and plan appro-
priate experiences for children. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: EDU 251A.
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EDU 251 A Expbration Activities Lab
This course covers discovery experiences in science, math,
and social studies. Emphasis is on developing concepts for
each area and encouraging young children to explore, dis-
cover, and construct concepts. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate a practical understanding
of the development and implementation of appropriate
science, math, and social studies activities for children.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 1. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: EDU 251.
EDU 257 Math Methods and Materials
This course covers concepts, activities, methods, and mate-
rials for teaching mathematics in elementary through
middle school grades. Topics include individual instruc-
tion, developmental skill building, manipulatives, problem
solving, critical thinking, and numerical concepts. Upon
completion, students should be able to assess, plan,
implement, and evaluate developmental ly appropriate
math experiences. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
EDU 259 Curriculum Planning
This course covers early childhood curriculum planning.
Topics include philosophy, curriculum, indoor and outdoor
environmental design, scheduling, observation and assess-
ment, and instructional planning and evaluation. Upon
completion, students should be able to assess children and
the curriculum; plan for daily, weekly, and long-range
instruction; and design environments with appropriate
equipment and supplies. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab.O; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: EDU 112 or
EDU 113 or EDU 119. Corequisite: None.
EDU 261 Early Childhood Administration I
This course covers the policies, procedures, and responsibil-
ities for managing early childhood education programs.
Topics include implementation of goals, principles of
supervision, budgeting and financial management, and
meeting the standards for a N.C. Child Day Care license.
Upon completion, students should be able to develop
program goals, explain licensing standards, determine
budgeting needs, and describe effective methods of person-
nel supervision. Students should also be able to develop
a plan for center site location and start-up. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
EDU 262 Early Childhood Administration II
This course provides a foundation for budgetary, financial,
and personnel management of the child care center. Topics
include budgeting, financial management, marketing, hir-
ing, supervision, and professional development of a child
Course
Descriptions
care center. Upon completion, students should be able to
formulate marketing, financial management, and fund
development plans as well as develop personnel policies,
including supervision and staff development plans. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: EDU 26 1. Corequisite: None.
EDU 263 Developing School-Age Programs
This course introduces the methods and procedures for
operating a school-age program in either the public or
proprietary setting. Emphasis is on constructing and
organizing the physical environment as well as planning
and developing a school-age program. Upon completion,
students should be able to plan and develop a quality
school-age program. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab,
0; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
EDU 275 Effective Teacher Training
This course provides specialized training using an experi-
enced-based approach to learning. Topics include instruc-
tional preparation and presentation, student interaction,
time management, learning expectations, evaluation, and
curriculum principles and planning. Upon completion,
students should be able to prepare and present a six-step
lesson plan and demonstrate ways to improve students'
time-on-task. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
EDU 282 Early Childhood Literature
This course covers the history, selection, and integration of
literature and language in the early childhood curriculum.
Topics include the history and selection of developmentally
appropriate children's literature as well as the use of books
and other media to enhance language and literacy in the
classroom. Upon completion, students should be able to
select appropriate books for storytelling, reading aloud,
puppetry, flannel board use, and other techniques. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
EDU 285 Internship Experiences - School Age
This course provides an opportunity to discuss internship
experiences with peers and faculty. Emphasis is on evaluat-
ing and integrating practicum experiences. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in
early childhood education. This course is a unique concen-
tration requirement in the Teacher Associate concentration
of the Early Childhood Associate program. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisites: ENG 1 1 1 and completion of curriculum core
requirements, (^requisites: COE 121 orCOE 122.
EDU 288 Advanced Issues/Early Childhood
Education
This course covers advanced topics and issues in early
childhood. Emphasis is on current advocacy issues, emerg-
ing technology, professional growth experiences, and other
related topics. Upon completion, students should be able
to list, discuss, and explain advanced current topics and
issues in early childhood education. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
Engineering
EGR 131 Introduction to Electronics
Technology
This course introduces the basic skills required for electri-
cal/electronics technicians. Topics include soldering/desol-
dering, safety practices, test equipment, scientific calcula-
tors, AWG wire table, the resistor color code, electronic
devices, problem solving, and use of hand tools. Upon
completion, students should be able to solder/desolder,
operate test equipment, apply problem-solving techniques,
and use a scientific calculator. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
Environment, Health, and
Safety
EHS 111 Occupational Safety/Engineering
This course introduces the role of the safety practitioner
and safety engineer in business, industrial, and institution-
al settings. Topics include Workers Compensation, record
keeping and training, and correct handling procedures for
hazardous materials. Upon completion, students should
be able to perform preliminary hazards analysis, fault tree
analysis, and other safety monitoring and compliance
practices, Additional topics include safety inspections,
accident investigation, personal protective equipment,
ergonomics, machine safeguarding, lockout/tagout,
confined space entry, fire protection, electrical safety, and
laboratory safety. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 5; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 5. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
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EHS112 Industrial Hygiene
This course provides a clear understanding of the history
and development of the industrial hygiene movement, with
emphasis on recognizing specific health hazards. Topics
include an introduction to harmful agents, routes of entry,
skin diseases, types of airborne contaminants, and a review
of federal agencies. Upon completion, students should be
able to identify the role and function of the industrial
hygienist relative to the industrial environment. Additional
topics include evaluation of occupational health hazards
by area and personal sampling as well as control of these
hazards by means of engineering controls and personal
protective equipment. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 5;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 5. Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
EHS 113 OSHA Electrical Safety
This course covers OSHA electrical safety regulations that
apply to general industry. Emphasis is on controlled electri-
cal hazards in the workplace, understanding ground paths,
recognizing electrical hazards, and interpreting electrical
standards. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate an understanding of OSHA safety regulations
within general industry. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
EHS 114 OSHA Regulations
This course covers OSHA regulations that govern workplace
safety. Emphasis is on problems and case studies in which
applicable OSHA regulations are identified and interpreted.
Upon completion, students should be able to identify
incidents of non-compliance and recommend compliance
strategies. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
EHS 115 Environmental Science
This course covers human interaction with the environ-
ment. Emphasis is on how ecosystems function in terms of
nutrient cycles, energy flows, population dynamics, and
human development. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate an understanding of the consequences
of human activity on the environment. Environmental
health and toxicology are also emphasized. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
EHS 116 Environmental Management
This course covers management of environmental process-
es in general industry. Emphasis is on environmental
chemistry, air quality compliance, environmental toxicolo-
gy, waste disposal techniques, and air emission technology.
Course
Descriptions
Upon completion, students should be able to provide
leadership in the environmental management area and
demonstrate knowledge of applicable environmental man-
agement techniques. The course emphasizes management
of hazardous materials and hazardous waste in the indus-
trial and laboratory settings. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
4; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
EHS 121 DOT Regulations
This course introduces U.S. Department of Transportation
regulations and selected Nuclear Regulatory Commission
and Environmental Protection Agency regulations regard-
ing hazardous materials transportation. Emphasis is on
problems and case studies in which students identify and
inteipret applicable DOT regulations. Upon completion,
students should be able to identify incidents of non-com-
pliance and recommend compliance strategies. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
EHS 21 1 Environmental Health and
Toxicology
This course covers the many effects of environmental
agents (chemical, physical, and biological) on human
health. Particular emphasis is on principles of toxicology
and federal regulations relevant to environmental health.
Upon completion, students should be able to recommend
rational strategies for the control of chemical hazards in
the occupational and general environment. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 5; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 5.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
EHS 212 Industrial Hygiene Sampling
This course covers industrial hygiene and sampling. Topics
include the calibration and operation of sampling equip-
ment and instruments. Upon completion, students should
be able to perform basic industrial hygiene sampling
procedures and interpret the results. In addition, the course
covers applications and use of personal protective equip-
ment. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
EHS 214 Industrial Processes
This course covers common general manufacturing
processes that involve hazardous materials and wastes.
Emphasis is on waste minimization strategies, common
functions within facilities, and selected unit operations in
industry. Upon completion, students should be able to pro-
vide a comprehensive account of the industrial processes
in selected businesses, industries, and institutions. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
EHS 215 Incident Management
This course introduces management of hazardous materi-
als and incidents. Topics include analysis and application
of the Incident Command System from the discovery of a
hazardous substance release to decontamination and
termination procedures. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate an understanding of the roles and
responsibilities of hazardous materials team members.
This course serves as a capstone course which integrates
occupational and environmental health skills developed in
other Environmental Health and Safety courses. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
EHS 21 7 Biomedical Waste Management
This course covers issues and problems that confront waste
management professionals in the health services, biologi-
cal processing, and research industries. Emphasis is on
programmatic waste collection and processing sterile
environments. Upon completion, students should be able
to develop and implement a plan for disposal of biological
and medical wastes. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab,
0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
EHS 218 Industrial Ergonomics
This course covers ergonomic issues, including cumulative
trauma disorders and carpal tunnel syndrome. Emphasis is
on biomechanics, hand-wrist injuries, repetitive-motion
disorders, and appropriate record keeping requirements.
Upon completion, students should be able to provide
ergonomic assistance throughout the facility, conduct
ergonomic audits, and recognize ergonomic problems in
the work place. Course Hours Per Week: Class 3; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
EHS 219 Radiation Protection
This course covers theory, detection, health effects, and
regulation of ionizing radiation. Particular emphasis is
on compliance with federal regulations in the occupational
setting. Upon completion, students should be able to aid in
implementation of a radiation protection program in an
industrial or institutional setting. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
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Electricity
ELC112 DC/AC Electricity
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of and
computations related to DC/AC electricity. Emphasis is on
DC/AC circuits, components, operation of test equipment,
and other related topics. Upon completion, students should
be able to construct, verify, and analyze simple DC/AC
circuits. Subject areas include Ohm's Law; capacitance;
inductance and reactance; true, reactive, and total power;
and series, parallel, and combination circuits. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 6; Semester Hours Credit, 5.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: MAT 121.
ELC113 Basic Wiring I
This course introduces the care and use of tools and
materials used in electrical installations as well as the
requirements of the National Electrical Code. Topics
"include electrical safety and electrical blueprint reading;
planning, layout, and installation of electrical distribution
equipment; lighting; overcurrent protection; conductors;
branch circuits; and conduits. Upon completion, students
should be able to properly install conduits, wiring, and
electrical distribution equipment associated with basic
electrical installations. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 6; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
ELC 115 Industrial Wiring
This course covers layout, planning, and installation of
wiring systems in industrial facilities. Emphasis is on
industrial wiring methods and materials. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to install industrial systems
and equipment. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 6;
Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: ELC 113.
Corequisite: None.
ELC 117 Motors and Controls
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of motors
and motor controls. Topics include ladder diagrams, pilot
devices, contactors, motor starters, motors, and other
control devices. Upon completion, students should be able
to properly select, connect, and troubleshoot motors and
control circuits. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 6;
Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: ELC 112 or ELC 131.
Corequisite: None.
ELC 118 National Electrical Code
This course covers the use of the current National
Electrical Code (NEC). Topics include the NEC history,
wiring methods, overcurrent protection, materials, and
other related topics. Upon completion, students should be
able to effectively use the NEC. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
Course
Descriptions
ELC 128 Introduction to PLC
This course introduces the programmable logic controller
(PLC) and its associated applications. Topics include lad-
der logic diagrams, input/output modules, power supplies,
surge protection, selection and installation of controllers,
and interfacing of controllers with equipment. Upon
completion, students should be able to install PLCs and
create simple programs. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: ELC 117.
Corequisite: None.
ELC 131 DC/AC Circuit Analysis
This course introduces DC and AC electricity with emphasis
on circuit analysis, measurements, and operation of test
equipment. Topics include DC and AC principles, circuit
analysis laws and theorems, components, test equipment
operation, circuit simulation software, and other related
topics. Upon completion, students should be able to
interpret circuit schematics; design, construct, verify, and
analyze DC/AC circuits; and properly use test equipment.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 4; Lab, 3; Semester Hours
Credit, 5. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: MAT 121
ELC 135 Electrical Machines I
This course covers magnetic circuits, transformers, DC/AC
generators, and a review of the three-phase circuit funda-
mentals, including power factor. Topics include magnetic
terms and calculations, transformer calculations based on
primary or secondary equivalent circuits, and generator
regulation and efficiency calculations. Upon completion,
students should be able to perform regulation and
efficiency calculations for DC/AC single- and three-phase
transformer and generator circuits. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: ELC
112, ELC 131, or ELC 140. Corequisite: None.
ELC 136 Electrical Machines II
This course covers DC/AC motor fundamentals, including
applications and control. Topics include control devices,
synchronous and induction single and polyphase AC
motors, DC motors, stepper, and special purpose motors.
Upon completion, students should be able to perform regu-
lation and efficiency calculations and apply motor theory
to practical control applications. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: ELC
135. Corequisite: None.
ELC 213 Instrumentation
This course covers the fundamentals of instrumentation
used in industry. Emphasis is on electric, electronic, and
pneumatic instruments. Upon completion, students
should be able to design, install, maintain, and calibrate
instrumentation. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: ELC 1 12 or ELC 131.
Corequisite: None.
ELC 215 Electrical Maintenance
This course introduces the theory of maintenance and the
skills necessary to maintain electrical equipment used in
industrial and commercial facilities. Topics include rnain-
tenance theory, predictive and preventive maintenance,
electrical equipment operation and maintenance, and
maintenance documentation. Upon completion, students
should be able to perform maintenance on electrical
equipment in industrial and commercial facilities. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: ELC 117. Corequisite:.None.
ELC 228 PLC Applications
This course continues the study of the programming and
applications of programmable logic controllers. Emphasis
is on advanced programming, networking, advanced I/O
modules, reading and interpreting error codes, and trou-
bleshooting. Upon completion, students should be able to
program and troubleshoot programmable logic controllers.
Course Hour Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 6; Semester Hours
Credit, 4. Prerequisite: ELC 128. Corequisite: None.
Electronics
ELN 131 Electronic Devices
This course includes semiconductor-based devices such as
diodes, bipolar transistors, FETs, thermistors, and related
components. Emphasis is on analysis, selection, biasing,
and applications in power supplies; small signal amplifiers;
and switching and control circuits. Upon completion,
students should be able to construct, analyze, verify, and
troubleshoot discrete component circuits using appropriate
techniques and test equipment. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: ELC
131. Corequisite: MAT 122.
ELN 132 Linear IC Applications
This course introduces the characteristics and applications
of linear integrated circuits. Topics include op-amp cir-
cuits, differential amplifiers, instrumentation amplifiers,
waveform generators, active filters, PLLs, and IC voltage
regulators. Upon completion, students should be able to
construct, analyze, verify, and troubleshoot linear integrat-
ed circuits using appropriate techniques and test equip-
ment. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3; Semester
Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: ELN 131. Corequisite: None.
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ELN133 Digital Electronics
This course covers combinational and sequential logic cir-
cuits. Topics include number systems, Boolean algebra,
logic families, MSI and LSI circuits, AC/DC converters, and
other related topics. Upon completion, students should be
able to construct, analyze, verify, and troubleshoot digital
circuits using appropriate techniques and test equipment.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3; Semester Hours
Credit, 4. Prerequisites: ELC 112 or ELC 131, and MAT 145.
Corequisite: None.
ELN 210 Introduction to Microelectronics
This course introduces the field of microelectronics and
semiconductor processing. Topics include an overview of
the industry, job requirements and opportunities, vocabu-
lary, and types of microelectronics devices manufactured.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
an understanding of the basics of semiconductor materials,
properties, and fabrication procedures. This course is a
unique concentration requirement in the Microelectronics
concentration of the Electronics Engineering Technology
program. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
ELN 215 Semiconductor Physics
This course introduces solid state physics and emphasizes
semiconductors. Topics include quantum physics, the
atom, solid state devices, and semiconductor and integrat-
ed circuit fabrication techniques. Upon completion,
students should be able to apply these principles of physics
to basic semiconductor fabrication. This course is a
unique concentration requirement in the Microelectronics
concentration of the Electronics Engineering Technology
program. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: ELN 131 or ELN 210.
Corequisite: None.
ELN 220 Semiconductor Analysis
This course covers the field of microelectronics and
semiconductor processing. Topics include circuit layout,
mask making, photolithography diffusion, and thin-film
processes for wafer fabrication. Upon completion, students
should be able to identify different types of measuring, test-
ing, and inspection equipment used for microelectronics
circuits and understand failure analysis. This course is a
unique concentration requirement in the Microelectronics
concentration of the Electronics Engineering Technology
program. Course Haul's Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 4; Semester
Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: ELN 210. Corequisite: None.
ELN 225 Microprocessing Design
This course provides an in-depth study of the field of
microelectronics and microchip processing technology.
Topics include oxidation, diffusion, photolithography, and
metallization. Upon completion, students should be able to
Course
Descriptions
demonstrate an understanding of bipolar and unipolar IC
processes developed by a study of design rules and other
process parameters. This course is a unique concentration
requirement in the Microelectronics concentration of the
Electronics Engineering Technology program. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: ELN 215. Corequisite: None.
ELN 229 Industrial Electronics
This course covers semiconductor devices used in industrial
applications. Topics include basic theory, application, and
operating characteristics of semiconductor devices such as
filters, rectifiers, FET, SCR, Diac, Triac, and op-amps. Upon
completion, students should be able to install and trouble-
shoot these devices for proper operation in an industrial
electronic circuit. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 4;
Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: ELC 112, ELC 131,
or ELC 140. Corequisite: None.
ELN 232 Introduction to Microprocessors
This course introduces microprocessor architecture and
microcomputer systems, including memory and input/
output interfacing. Topics include assembly language pro-
gramming, bus architecture, bus cycle types, I/O systems,
memory systems, interrupts, and other related topics. Upon
completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze,
verify, and troubleshoot fundamental microprocessor
circuits and programs using appropriate techniques and
test equipment. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3;
Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: ELN 133-
Corequisite: None.
ELN 234 Communication Systems
This course introduces the fundamentals of electronic
communication systems. Topics include the frequency
spectrum, electrical noise, modulation techniques,
characteristics of transmitters and receivers, and digital
communications. Upon completion, students should be
able to interpret analog and digital communication circuit
diagrams, analyze transmitter and receiver circuits, and
use appropriate communication test equipment. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisites: ELN 132 or ELN 140 and MAT 122.
Corequisite: None.
ELN 236 Fiber Optics and Lasers
This course introduces the fundamentals of fiber optics and
lasers. Topics include the transmission of light, characteris-
tics of fiber optic and lasers and their systems, fiber optic
production, types of lasers, and laser safety. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to understand fiber optic
communications and basic laser fundamentals. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: ELN 234. Corequisite: None.
ELN 240 Microprocessor Fundamentals
This course introduces microprocessor architecture and
microcomputer systems. Topics include use of technical
documentation, bus architecture, I/O and memory systems,
and other related topics. Upon completion, students should
be able to analyze and troubleshoot basic microprocessor
circuits. This course also includes a comparison of micro-
processors, including Intel, AMD, and Cyrix. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: ELN 141. Corequisite: None.
ELN 247 Electronic Application Project
This course provides a structured approach to an applica-
tion-oriented electronics project. Emphasis is on selecting,
planning, implementing, testing, and presenting an
application-oriented project. Upon completion, students
should be able to present and demonstrate an electronics
application-oriented project. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
1; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: ELN 131.
Corequisite: None.
ELN 275 Troubleshooting
This course covers techniques for analyzing and repairing
failures in electronic equipment. Topics include safety,
signal tracing, use of service manuals, and specific
troubleshooting methods for analog, digital, and other
electronics-based circuits and systems. Upon completion,
students should be able to diagnose and isolate faults logi-
cally and perform necessary repairs to meet manufacturers'
specifications. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisites: ELN 232 and ELN
234. Corequisite: ELN 133 or ELN 141.
Emergency Medical Science
EMS 110 EMT-Basic
This course introduces basic.emergency medical care.
Topics include preparatory, airway, patient assessment,
medical emergencies, trauma, infants and children, and
operations. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate the skills necessary to achieve North Carolina
State or National Registry EMT-Basic certification. Class, 4;
Lab, 6; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 6. Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
90
English
Initial student placement in developmental courses is
based on the college's placement testing policies and
procedures. Students should begin developmental
course work at the appropriate level indicated by the
colleges placement test.
ENG 070 Basic Language Skills
This course introduces the fundamentals of standard
written English. Emphasis is on effective word choice,
recognition of sentences and sentence parts, and basic
usage. Upon completion, students should be able to gener-
ate sentences that clearly express ideas. Students compose
sentences in standard written English using all verb tenses
and correct punctuation. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
ENG 075 Reading and Language Essentials
This course introduces the fundamentals of standard
written English. Emphasis is on effective word choice,
recognition of sentences and sentence parts, and basic
usage. Upon completion, students should be able to under-
stand and create grammatically and syntactically correct
sentences. Students should also be able to demonstrate
comprehension and critical thinking about written text.
This course integrates ENG 070 and RED 070. This course
does not satisfy the developmental reading and writing
prerequisite for ENG 111. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 5;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 5. Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: ENG 075A.
ENG 075A Reading and Language
Essentials Lab
This laboratory provides the opportunity to practice the
skills introduced in ENG 075. Emphasis is on practical
skills for increasing vocabulary, developing comprehension
skills, and improving grammar. Upon completion, students
should be able to apply those skills in the production of
grammatically and syntactically correct sentences. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: ENG 075-
ENG 080 Writing Foundations
This course introduces the writing process and stresses
effective sentences. Emphasis is on applying the conven-
tions of written English as well as reflecting standard usage
and mechanics in structuring a variety of sentences. Upon
completion, students should be able to write correct
sentences and a unified, coherent paragraph. Students are
introduced to the standard essay form. This course does not
Course
Descriptions
satisfy the developmental reading and writing prerequisite
for ENG 1 1 1. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: ENG 070 or ENG
075. Corequisite: None.
ENG 085 Reading and Writing Foundations
This course uses whole language to develop proficiency in
reading and writing for college. Emphasis is on applying
analytical and critical reading skills to a variety of texts
and on introducing the writing process. Upon completion,
students should be able to recognize and use various
patterns of text organization and compose effective para-
graphs. Students are introduced to the standard essay form.
This course integrates ENG 080 and RED 080. This course
does not satisfy the developmental reading and writing
prerequisites for ENG 1 1 1 . Course Hours Per Week: Class,
5; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 5. Prerequisites: ENG 070
and RED 070, or ENG 075. Corequisite: ENG 085A.
ENG 085A Reading and Writing
Foundations Lab
This laboratory provides the opportunity to practice the
skills introduced in ENG 085. Emphasis is on practical
skills for applying analytical and critical reading skills to a
variety of texts and on the writing process. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to apply those skills in the
production of effective paragraphs. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 0; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisites:
ENG 070 and RED 070, or ENG 075. Corequisite: ENG 085.
ENG 090 Composition Strategies
This course provides practice in the writing process and
stresses effective paragraphs. Emphasis is on learning and
applying the conventions of standard written English in
developing paragraphs within the essay. Upon completion,
students should be able to compose a variety of paragraphs
and a unified, coherent essay. Students write essays
responding to assigned readings and using different
rhetorical modes. This course satisfies the developmental
reading and writing prerequisite for ENG 111. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: ENG 080 or ENG 085. Corequisite: ENG 090A.
ENG 090A Composition Strategies Lab
This writing lab is designed for practicing the skills intro-
duced in ENG 090. Emphasis is on learning and applying
the conventions of standard written English in developing
paragraphs within the essay. Upon completion, students
should be able to compose a variety of paragraphs and a
unified, coherent essay. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0;
Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 1.' Prerequisite: ENG 080 or
ENG 085. Corequisite: ENG 090.
ENG 095 Reading and Composition
Strategies
This course uses whole language to strengthen proficiency
in reading and writing for college. Emphasis is on applying
critical reading skills to narrative and expository texts and
on using the writing process. Upon completion, students
should be able to comprehend, analyze, and evaluate
college texts and to compose essays in preparation for
college writing. Some sections may be discipline specific.
This course integrates ENG 090 and RED 090. This course
satisfies the developmental reading and writing prerequi-
sites for ENG 1 1 1. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 5; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 5. Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED
080, or ENG 085. Corequisite: ENG 095A.
ENG 095A Reading and Composition
Strategies Lab
This laboratory provides the opportunity to practice the
skills introduced in ENG 095. Emphasis is on applying
critical reading skills to narrative and expository texts and
on the writing process. Upon completion, students should
be able to apply those skills in producing effective essays
as preparation for college writing. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 0; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisites:
ENG 080 andJRED 080, or ENG 085. Corequisite: ENG 095.
ENG 111 Expository Writing
This is the required first course in a series of two designed
to develop the ability to produce clear expository prose.
Emphasis is on the writing process, including audience
analysis, topic selection, thesis support and development,
editing, and revision. Upon completion, students should be
able to produce unified, coherent, well-developed essays
using standard written English. Students should also be
able to respond critically to readings and demonstrate an
understanding of the fundamentals of research and docu-
mentation. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in English composition.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 090 and RED 090, or ENG 095
or satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite: None.
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ENG 112 Argument-Based Research
This is the second required English composition course
for technical/vocational programs.
This course introduces research techniques, documentation
styles, and argumentative strategies. Emphasis is on
analyzing data and incorporating research findings into
documented argumentative essays and research projects.
Upon completion, students should be able to summarize,
paraphrase, interpret, and synthesize information from
primary and secondary sources using standard research
format and style. Students should also be able to present
material orally in a clear and logical format. This course
has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for the general education core
requirement in English composition. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: ENG 111. Corequisite: None.
ENG 113 Literature-Based Research
This is the second required English composition course
for university transfer programs.
This course expands the concepts developed in ENG 1 11 by
focusing on writing that involves literature-based research
and documentation. Emphasis is on critical reading and
thinking as well as the analysis and interpretation of prose,
poetry, and drama, including plot, characterization, theme,
and cultural context. Upon completion, students should be
able to construct mechanically-sound, documented essays
and research papers that analyze and respond to literary
works. Students should also be able to present material
orally in a clear and logical format. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for the general education core requirement
in English composition. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: ENG 111.
Corequisite: None.
ENG 135 Introduction to Short Fiction
This course provides intensive study of short fiction as a
literary form based on close reading of representative texts.
Emphasis is on the development and analysis of short
fiction. Upon completion, students should be able to inter-
pret, analyze, and discuss the distinguishing features of
short fiction. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferabili-
ty as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisite: ENG 111. Corequisite: ENG 112 or
ENG 113.
ENG 231 American Literature I
This course covers selected works in American literature
from its beginnings to 1865. Emphasis is on historical
Course
Descriptions
background, cultural context, and literary analysis of
selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, stu-
dents should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to
literary works in their historical and cultural contexts. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for the general education core
requirement in humanities/fine arts. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: ENG 112 or ENG 113. Corequisite: None'
ENG 232 American Literature II
This course covers selected works in American literature
from 1865 to the present. Emphasis is on historical back-
ground, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected
prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students
should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to literary
works in their historical and cultural contexts. Tim course
has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for the general education core
requirement in humanities/fine arts. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: ENG 112 or ENG 113. Corequisite: None.
ENG 233 Major American Writers
This course provides an intensive study of the works of
several major American authors. Emphasis is on American
history, culture, and the literary merits. Upon completion,
students should be able to interpret, analyze, and evaluate
the works studied. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the
general education core requirement in humanities/fine
arts. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: ENG 1 12 or ENG 1 13.
Corequisite: None.
ENG 241 British Literature I
This course covers selected works in British literature from
its beginnings to the Romantic Period. Emphasis is on his-
torical background, cultural context, and literary analysis
of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, stu-
dents should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to
literary works in their historical and cultural contexts. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for the general education core
requirement in humanities/fine arts. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: ENG 1 12 or ENG 113. Corequisite: None.
ENG 242 British Literature II
This course covers selected works in British literature from
the Romantic Period to the present. Emphasis is on histori-
cal background, cultural context, and literary analysis of
selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, stu-
dents should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to
literary works in their historical and cultural contexts. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for the general education core
requirement in humanities/fine arts. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: ENG 112 or ENG 113. Corequisite: None.
ENG 243 Major British Writers
This course provides an intensive study of the works of sev-
eral major British authors. Emphasis is on British history,
culture, and the literary merits. Upon completion, students
should be able to interpret, analyze, and evaluate the works
studied. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in humanities/fine arts.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: ENG 112 or ENG 113. Corequisite:
None.
ENG 251 Western World Literature I
This course provides a survey of selected European works
from the Classical period through the Renaissance.
Emphasis is on historical background, cultural context,
and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama.
Upon completion, students should be able to interpret,
analyze, and respond to selected works. This course has
been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for the general education core requirement
in humanities/fine arts. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: ENG 1 12 or
ENG 113. Corequisite: None.
ENG 252 Western World Literature II
This course provides a survey of selected European works
from the Neoclassical period to the present. Emphasis is on
historical background, cultural context, and literary analy-
sis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion,
students should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond
to selected works. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the
general education core requirement in humanities/fine
arts. Course Hour Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: ENG 1 12 or ENG 1 13.
Corequisite: None.
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ENG 261 World Literature I
This course introduces selected works from the Pacific,
Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas from their literary
beginnings through the seventeenth century. Emphasis is
on historical background, cultural context, and literary
analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon com-
pletion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and
respond to selected works. This course has been approved
to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement
for the general education core requirement in
humanities/fine arts. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: ENG 1 12 or
ENG 113- Corequisite: None.
ENG 262 World Literature II
This course introduces selected works from the Pacific,
Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas from the eighteenth
century to the present. Emphasis is on historical back-
ground, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected
prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students
should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to select-
ed works. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in humanities/fine arts.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisite: ENG 112 or ENG 113. Corequisite:
None.
ENG 272 Southern Literature
This course provides an analytical study of the works of
several Southern authors. Emphasis is on the historical
and cultural contexts, themes, aesthetic features of individ-
ual works, and biographical backgrounds of the authors.
Upon completion, students should be able to interpret,
analyze, and discuss selected works. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for transferability as apre-major and/or
elective course requirement. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: ENG
112 or ENG 113. Corequisite: None.
ENG 273 African-American Literature
This course provides a survey of the development of
African-American literature from its beginnings to the
present. Emphasis is on historical and cultural context,
themes, literary traditions, and backgrounds of the
authors. Upon completion, students should be able to
interpret, analyze, and respond to selected texts. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: ENG 112 or ENG 113. Corequisite: None.
Course
Descriptions
ENG 274 Literature by Women
This course provides an analytical study of the works of
several women authors. Emphasis is on the historical and
cultural contexts, themes and aesthetic features of individ-
ual works, and biographical backgrounds of the authors.
Upon completion, students should be able to interpret,
analyze, and discuss selected works. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for transferability as apre-major and/or
elective course requirement. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite:
ENG 112 or ENG 113. Corequisite: None.
Fire Protection
FIP 120 Introduction to Fire Protection
This course provides an overview of the history, develop-
ment, methods, systems, and regulations as they apply to
the fire protection field. Topics include history, evolution,
statistics, suppression, organizations, careers, curriculum,
and other related topics. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the fire
protection field. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
FIP 124 Fire Prevention and Public
Education
This course introduces fire prevention concepts as they
relate to community and industrial operations. Topics
include the development and maintenance of fire preven-
tion programs, educational programs, and inspection
programs. Upon completion, students should be able to
research, develop, and present a fire safety program to a
citizens or industrial group. This course is designed to meet
the requirements set forth in NFPA 1031, Professional
Qualifications for Fire Inspector and other selected NFPA
Standards. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
FIP 128 Detection and Investigation
This course covers procedures for determining the origin
and cause of accidental and incendiary fires. Topics
include collection and preservation of evidence, detection
and determination of accelerants, courtnxjm procedure
and testimony, and documentation of the fire scene.
Upon completion, students should be able to conduct a
competent fire investigation and present those findings to
appropriate officials or equivalent. This course is designed
to meet the requirements set forth in NFPA 1033, Fire
Investigator Professional Qualifications; Guidelines for Fire
Investigator Certification; and NFPA 921, Guide for Fire
and Explosive Investigation. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
FIP 132 Building Construction
This course covers the principles and practices related to
various types of building construction, including residen-
tial and commercial, as impacted by fire conditions.
Topics include types of construction and related elements,
fire-resistive aspects of construction materials, building
codes, collapse, and other related topics. Upon completion,
students should be able to understand and recognize
various types of construction and their positive or negative
aspects as related to fire conditions. Course Hour Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
FIP 136 Inspections and Codes
This course covers the fundamentals of fire and building
codes as well as procedures to conduct an inspection.
Emphasis is on reviewing fire and building codes, writing
inspection reports, identifying hazards, developing plan
reviews and site sketches, and other related topics. Upon
completion, students should be able to conduct a fire code
compliance inspection and produce a written report. In
addition, students study inspection codes as they relate to
selected NFPA standards. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
FIP 144 Sprinklers and Automatic Alarms
This course introduces various types of automatic sprin-
klers, standpipes, and fire alarm systems. Emphasis is on
wet or dry systems, testing and maintenance, water supply
requirements, fire detection and alarm systems, and other
related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate a working knowledge of various sprinkler and
alarm systems as well as required inspection and mainte-
nance. In addition, students study sprinkler systems and
automatic alarms as they relate to selected NFPA standards.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
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FIP 152 Fire Protection law
This course covers fire protection law. Emphasis is on torts,
legal terms, contracts, liability, review of case histories, and
other related topics. Upon completion, students should be
able to discuss laws, codes, and ordinances as they relate to
fire protection. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
FIP 160 Fire Protection/Electrical
This course covers the methods and means of electrical
installations and their uses as related to fire. Topics include
basic electrical theories, wiring methods, electrical compo-
nents and circuitry, and an introduction to the National
Electrical Code. Upon completion, students should be able
to demonstrate a basic knowledge of electricity, including
its uses, characteristics, and hazards. This course also
assists students in understanding how electrical fires may
develop and in conducting electrical fire examinations in
the context of NFPA 921, Guide for Fire and Explosion
Investigations. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: MAT 1 15.
Corequisite: FIP 160A.
FIP 160A Fire Protection/Electrical lab
This course provides practical applications to support FIP
160. Emphasis is on switching devices, basic circuits,
electrical distribution, and other related topics. Upon com-
pletion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge
of basic electrical equipment and hazards as related to
fire protection. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
FIP 160.
FIP 180 midland Fire Behavior
This course covers the principles of wildland fire behavior
and meteorology. Emphasis is on fire calculations, fuels,
and related weather effects. Upon completion, students
' should be able to demonstrate and apply fire behavior
theories through written and performance evaluations.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
FIP 188 Introduction to Wildland Fires
This course introduces basic wildland fire suppression
functions. Emphasis is on the operation of tools, equip-
ment, aircraft, and basic fire suppression methods. Upon
completion, students should be able to understand basic
theories in wildland fire suppression and demonstrate them
through written and performance evaluations. Course
Hour Per Week: Class; 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
FIP 220 Fire Fighting Strategies
This course provides preparation for command of initial
incident operations involving emergencies within both the
Course
Descriptions
public and private sector. Topics include incident manage-
ment, fire-ground tactics and strategies, incident safety,
and command/control of emergency operations. Upon
completion, students should be able to describe the initial
incident system as it relates to operations involving various
emergencies in fire and non-fire situations. In addition,
students study fire strategies as they relate to selected
NFPA standards. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
FIP 221 Advanced Fire Fighting Strategies
This course covers command-level operations for multi-
company/agency operations involving fire and non-fire
emergencies. Topics include advanced 1CS, advanced inci-
dent analysis, command-level fire operations, and control
of both manmade and natural major disasters. Upon
completion, students should be able to describe proper and
accepted systems for mitigating emergencies at the level
of overall scene command. In addition, students study
advanced fire strategies as they relate to selected NFPA stan-
dards. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: FIP 220. Corequisite: None.
FIP 224 Instructional Methodology
This course covers the knowledge, skills, and abilities need-
ed to train others in fire service operations. Topics include
planning, presenting, and evaluating lesson plans; learn-
ing styles; use of media; communication; and other related
topics. Upon completion, students should be able to meet
all requirements of NFPA 1041, Fire Service Instructor Level
Two. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 4; Lab, 0; Semester
Hour Credit, 4. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
FIP 228 local Government Finance
This course introduces local governmental financial prin-
ciples and practices. Topics include budget preparation and
justification, revenue policies, statutory requirements, taxa-
tion, audits, and the economic climate. Upon completion,
students should be able to comprehend the importance of
finance as it applies to the operation of a department.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
FIP 230 Chemistry of Hazardous Materials I
This course covers the evaluation of hazardous materials.
Topics include use of the periodic table, hydrocarbon deriv-
atives, placards and labels, parameters of combustion, and
spill and leak mitigation. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the chemical
behavior of hazardous materials. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 5; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 5. Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
FIP 232 Hydraulics and Water
Distribution
This course covers the flow of fluids through fire hoses,
nozzles, appliances, pumps, standpipes, water mains, and
other devices. Emphasis is on supply and delivery systems,
fire flow testing, hydraulic calculations, and other related
topics. Upon completion, students should be able to
perform hydraulic calculations, conduct water availability
tests, and demonstrate knowledge of water distribution
systems. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester
Hour Credit, 3. Prerequisite: MAT 115. Corequisite: None.
FIP 236 Emergency Management
This couRe coveR the four phases of emergency manage-
ment: mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.
Topics include organizing for emergency management,
coordinating for community resources, public sector liabil-
ity, and the roles of government agencies at all levels. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate an
undeRtanding of comprehensive emergency management
and the integrated emergency management system. In
addition, students study areas of emergency management
as they relate to selected NFPA standards. Couree Hour Per
Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hour Credit, 2.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
FIP 240 Fire Service Supervision
This course coveR supervisory skills and practices in the
fire protection field. Topics include the supervisor's job,
supervision skills, the changing work environment,
managing change, organizing for results, discipline and
grievances, and loss control. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate an undeRtanding of the
roles and responsibilities of the effective fire service
supervisor. Class Hour Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester
Hour Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
FIP 244 Fire Protection Project
This course provides an opportunity to apply knowledge
covered in previous courees to employment situations that
the fire protection professional will encounter. Emphasis is
on the development of comprehensive and professional
practices. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate knowledge of the fire protection service
through written and performance evaluations. In addition,
this couRe assesses critical competencies within the Fire
Protection program. CouRe Hour Per Week: Class, 3; Lab,
0; Semester Hour Credit, 3. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
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FIP 248 Fire Service Personnel
Administration
This course covers the basics of setting up and administer-
ing the personnel functions of fire protection organiza-
tions. Emphasis is on human resource planning, classifica-
tion and job analysis, equal opportunity employment,
affirmative action, recruitment, retention, development,
perfonnance evaluation, and assessment centers. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowl-
edge of the personnel function as it relates to managing
fire protection. In addition, students study areas of person-
nel administration as they relate to selected NFPA stan-
dards. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester <
Hour Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
FIP 256 Municipal Public Relations
This course is a general survey of municipal public rela-
tions and their effect on the governmental process. Topics
include principles of public relations, press releases, press
conferences, public information officers, image surveys,
and the effects of perceived service on fire protection deliv-
ery. Upon completion, students should be able to manage
the public relations functions of a fire service organization.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
FIP 260 Fire Protection Planning
This course covers the need for a comprehensive approach
to fire protection planning. Topics include the planning
process, using an advisory committee, establishing goals
and objectives, and techniques used to approve and
implement a plan. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the concepts
and principles of planning as they relate to fire protection.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
FIP 264 Flame Propagation and Materials
Rating
This course covers the role of interior finishes in fires,
smoke obscuration and density, flame spread, pyrolysis,
and other related topics. Emphasis is on testing equipment
which includes Rack Impingement, Bench Furnace, and
the two-foot tunnel. Upon completion, students should be
able to understand the operation of the testing equipment
and compile a reference notebook. In addition, students
study areas as they relate to selected NFPA standards.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 4; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
FIP 268 Midland Fire Management
This course introduces wildland fire organization and
management. Emphasis is on the Incident Command
System and the National Interagency Management System.
Upon completion, students should be able to understand
and apply the Incident Command System and the National
Course
Descriptions
Interagency Management System through written evalua-
tions. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
FIP 272 Wildland Fire Strategy
This course covers wildland fire strategy and the determi-
nation of appropriate wildland fire tactics. Emphasis is
on the use of ground forces, aircraft, and extinguishing
agents. Upon completion, students should be able to
develop strategy and tactics for responding to a wildland
fire through written and performance evaluations. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
FIP 276 Managing Fire Services
This course provides an overview of fire department opera-
tive services. Emphasis is on finance, staffing, equipment,
code enforcement, management information, specialized
services, legal issues, and planning. Upon completion,
students should be able to understand concepts and apply
fire department management and operations principles.
In addition, students study fire service management as it
relates to selected NFPA standards. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
French
FRElll Elementary French I
This course introduces the fundamental elements of the
French language within a cultural context. Emphasis is on
the development of basic listening, speaking, reading, and
writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to
comprehend and respond with grammatical accuracy to
spoken and written French as well as demonstrate cultural
awareness. This course must be taken with the accompany-
ing lab. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in humanities/fine arts.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080, or satisfac-
tory score on placement test. Corequisites: FRE 181 and
ENG 090, or satisfactory score on placement test.
FRE 112 Elementary French II
This course, a continuation of FRE 111, focuses on the
fundamental elements of the French language within a
cultural context. Emphasis is on the progressive develop-
ment of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend
and respond with increasing proficiency to spoken and
written French and demonstrate further cultural aware-
ness. This course must be taken with the accompanying
lab. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in humanities/fine arts.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080, or satisfac-
tory score on placement test; and FRE 111. Corequisites:
FRE 182 and ENG 090, or satisfactory score on placement
test.
FRE 181 French Labi
This course provides an opportunity to enhance acquisition
of the fundamental elements of the French language.
Emphasis is on the progressive development of basic listen-
ing, speaking, reading, and writing skills through the use
of supplementary learning media and materials. Upon
completion, students should be able to comprehend and
respond with grammatical accuracy to spoken and written
French as well as demonstrate cultural awareness. This
course has beeti approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: FRE 111.
FRE 182 French Lab 2
This course provides an opportunity to enhance acquisition
of the fundamental elements of the French language.
Emphasis is on the progressive development of basic listen-
ing, speaking, reading, and writing skills through the use
of supplementary learning media and materials. Upon
completion, students should be able to comprehend and
respond with increasing proficiency to spoken and written
French as well as demonstrate cultural awareness. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: FRE 181. Corequisite: FRE 112.
FRE 21 1 Intermediate French I
This course provides a review and expansion of the essen-
tial skills of the French language. Emphasis is on the study
of authentic and representative literary and cultural texts.
Upon completion, students should be able to communicate
effectively, accurately, and creatively about the past, pres-
ent, and future. Ws course has been approved to satisfy
the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the gener-
al education core requirement in humanities/fine arts.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080, or satisfac-
tory score on placement test; and FRE 1 12. Corequisite:
ENG 090 or RED 090, or satisfactory score in placement
test.
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Geology
GEL 111 Introductory Geology
This course introduces basic landforms and geological
processes. Topics include rocks, minerals, volcanoes, fluvial
processes, geological history, plate tectonics, glaciers, and
coastal dynamics. Upon completion, students should be
able to describe basic geological processes that shape the
earth. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in natural sciences/ mathe-
matics. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisites: ENG 090, RED 090, and MAT
070, or satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite:
None.
Geography
GEO 111 World Regional Geography
This course introduces the regional concept which empha-
sizes the spatial association of people and their environ-
ment. Emphasis is on the physical, cultural, and economic
systems that interact to produce the distinct regions of the
earth. Upon completion, students should be able to
describe variations in physical and cultural features of a
region and demonstrate an understanding of their
functional relationships. Tim course has been approved
to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement
for the general education core requirement in social/
behavioral sciences. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None.
Corequisites: ENG 090 and RED 090, or satisfactory score
on placement test.
German
GER 111 Elementary German I
This course introduces the fundamental elements of the
German language within a cultural context. Emphasis is
on the development of basic listening, speaking, reading,
and writing skills. Upon completion, students should be
able to comprehend and respond with grammatical
accuracy to spoken and written German and demonstrate
cultural awareness. This course must be taken with the
accompanying lab. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the
general education core requirement in humanities/fine
arts. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080, or
satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisites: GER 181
and ENG 090, or satisfactory score on placement test.
GER 112 Elementary German II
This course, a continuation of GER 111, focuses on the
fundamental elements of the German language within a
cultural context. Emphasis is on the progressive develop-
ment of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
Course
Descriptions
Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend
and respond with increasing proficiency to spoken and
written German as well as demonstrate further cultural
awareness. This course must be taken with the accompany-
ing lab. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in humanities/fine arts.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080, or satisfac-
tory score on placement test; and GER 111. Corequisites:
GER 182 and ENG 090, or satisfactory score on placement
test.
GER 181 German Labi
This course provides an opportunity to enhance acquisition
of the fundamental elements of the German language.
Emphasis is on the progressive development of basic
listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through the
use of supplementary learning media and materials. Upon
completion, students should be able to comprehend and
respond with grammatical accuracy to spoken and written
German as well as demonstrate cultural awareness. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: GER 111.
GER 182 German Lab 2
This course provides an opportunity to enhance acquisition
of the fundamental elements of the German language.
Emphasis is on the progressive development of basic listen-
ing, speaking, reading, and writing skills through the use
of supplementary learning media and materials. Upon
completion, students should be able to comprehend and
respond with increasing proficiency to spoken and written
German as well as demonstrate cultural awareness. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: GER 181. Corequisite: GER 112.
GER 211 Intermediate German I
This course provides a review and expansion of the essen-
tial skills of the German language. Emphasis is on the
study of authentic and representative literary and cultural
texts. Upon completion, students should be able to com-
municate effectively, accurately, and creatively about the
past, present, and future. This course has been approved
to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement
general education core requirement in humanities/fine
arts. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: GER 112, ENG 080, and RED
080, or satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisites:
ENG 090 and RED 090.
Health
HEA 110 Personal Health/Wellness
This course provides an introduction to basic personal
health and wellness. Emphasis is on current health issues
such as nutrition, mental health, and fitness. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate an
understanding of the factors necessary to maintain health
and wellness. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferabili-
ty as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080, or
satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite: None.
HEA 112 First Aid and CPR
This course introduces the basics of emergency first aid
treatment. Topics include rescue breathing, CPR, first aid
for choking and bleeding, and other first aid procedures.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
skills in providing emergency care for the sick and injured
until medical help can be obtained. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive, Articulation
Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or
elective course requirement. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite:
None. Corequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080, or satisfactory
score on placement test.
History
HIS 115 Introduction to Global History
This course introduces the study of global history.
Emphasis is on topics such as colonialism, industrialism,
and nationalism. Upon completion, students should be
able to analyze significant global historical issues. This
course is designed for students with little or no world histo-
ry background and/or students who will probably not take
other history courses. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the
general education core requirement in social/behav-
ioral sciences. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: ENG 080 and RED
080, or satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisites:
ENG 090 and RED 090, or satisfactory score on placement
test.
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HIS 121 Western Civilization I
This course introduces western civilization from pre-history
to the early modern era. Topics include ancient Greece,
Rome, and Christian institutions of the Middle Ages and
the emergence of national monarchies in western Europe.
Upon completion, students should be able to analyze sig-
nificant political, socioeconomic, and cultural develop-
ments in early western civilization. This couree is designed
for students who may take other upper-level history cours-
es. This course has been approved to satisfy the Compre-
hensive Articulation Agreement for the general educa-
tion core requirement in social/behavioral sciences.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: RED 090 or satisfactory score on
placement test. Corequisite: ENG 090 or satisfactory score
on placement test.
HIS 122 Western Civilization II
This course introduces western civilization from the early
modern era to the present. Topics include the religious
wars, the Industrial Revolution, World Wars I and II, and
the Cold War. Upon completion, students should be able to
analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural
developments in modern western civilization. This course
is designed for students who may take other upper-level
history courses. This course has been approved to satisfy
the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the gener-
al education core requirement in social/behavioral sci-
ences. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: RED 090 or satisfactory score
on placement test. Corequisite: ENG 090 or satisfactory
score on placement test.
HIS 131 American History I
This course is a survey of American history from pre-histo-
ry through the Civil War era. Topics include the migrations
to the Americas, the colonial and revolutionary periods, the
development of the Republic, and the Civil War. Upon
completion, students should be able to analyze significant
political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in
early American history. Native Americans, minorities,
women, and representative biographies are also examined.
This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehen-
sive Articulation Agreement for the general education
core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080, or satisfactory score
on placement test. Corequisites: ENG 090 and RED 090, or
satisfactory score on placement test.
HIS 132 American History II
This course is a survey of American history from the Civil
War era to the present. Topics include industrialization,
immigration, the Great Depression, the major American
Course
Descriptions
wars, the Cold War, and social conflict. Upon completion,
students should be able to analyze significant political,
socioeconomic, and cultural developments in American
history since the Civil War. Native Americans, minorities,
women, and representative biographies are also examined.
This course has been approved to satisfy the Compre-
hensive Articulation Agreement for the general educa-
tion core requirement in social/behavioral sciences.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080, or satisfac-
tory score on placement test. Corequisites: ENG 090 and
RED 090, or satisfactory score on placement test.
HIS 151 Hispanic Civilization
This course surveys the cultural history of Spain and its
impact on the New World. Topics include Spanish and
Latin American culture, literature, religion, and the arts.
Upon completion, students should be able to analyze the
cultural history of Spain and Latin America. The main
emphasis is on continuity and change in Latin American
culture throughout the 20th century. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for transferability asapre-major and/or
elective course requirement. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: RED 090 or
satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite: ENG 090
or satisfactory score on placement test.
HIS 236 North Carolina History
This course is a study of geographical, political, economic,
and social conditions existing in North Carolina from
America's discovery to the present. Topics include native
and immigrant backgrounds; colonial, antebellum, and
Reconstruction periods; party politics; race relations; and
the transition from an agrarian to an industrial economy.
Upon completion, students should be able to analyze sig-
nificant political, socioeconomic, and cultural develop-
ments in North Carolina. Regional and national compar-
isons are examined, and the lives of representative North
Carolinians are discussed. This course has been approved
to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
the general education core requirement in social/
behavioral sciences. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab,
0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: ENG 090 or satis-
factory score on placement test. Corequisite: RED 090 or
satisfactory, score on placement test.
Health Information
Technology
HIT 110 Health Information Orientation
This course introduces health information management
and its role in health care delivery systems. Emphasis is on
the role and responsibilities of health information profes-
sionals in a variety of settings. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate an understanding of health
information management and health care organizations,
professions, and trends. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 0; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite:
Enrollment in the Health Information Technology pro-
gram. Corequisite: None.
HIT 112 Health Law and Ethics
This course covers the impact of legal issues on health
information management and provides an overview of the
judicial system and legislative process. Topics include con-
fidentiality, release of information, record retention,
authentication, informed consent, subpoenaed informa-
tion, security of computerized health information, liability,
and legislative trends. Upon completion, students should be
able to respond appropriately to requests for health infor-
mation. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Clinical,
0; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the
Health Information Technology program. Corequisite:
None.
HIT 114 Record Systems/Standards
This course covers basic concepts and techniques for man-
aging and maintaining health record systems. Topics
include health record content, qualitative analysis, format,
record control, storage, retention, forms design/control,
indices and registers, and numbering and filing systems.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
an understanding of health record systems, including their
maintenance and control. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 3; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite:
Enrollment in the Health Information Technology pro-
gram. Corequisite: None.
HIT 124 Directed Practice II
This course provides supervised clinical experience in
health care settings. Emphasis is on practical application
of curriculum concepts to the health care setting. Upon
completion, students should be able to apply health infor-
mation theory to health care facility practices. The majori-
ty of clinical sites are offered during the day. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 0; Clinical, 3; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Health
Information Technology program and permission of the
program director. Corequisite: None.
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HIT 210 Health Care Statistics
This course covers maintenance, compilation, analysis,
and presentation of health care statistics. Topics include
basic statistical principles, morbidity and mortality, com-
monly computed hospital rates, uniform reporting require-
ments, and selection and construction of data displays.
Upon completion, students should be able to calculate
morbidity, mortality, and commonly computed hospital
rates; comply with inform reporting requirements; and
analyze/present statistical data. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 2; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: MAT 110 or MAT 140. Corequisite: None.
HIT 212 Coding/Classification I
This course is the first of a two-cource sequence which pro-
vides a foundation in coding and classification systems in
a variety of health care settings. Emphasis is on ICD-9-CM
coding conventions, rates, methodology and sequencing,
data sets, documentation requirements, information index-
ing and retrieval, quality control, and coding resources.
Upon completion, students should be able to apply coding
principles to correctly assign ICD-9-CM. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Health Information
Technology program and permission of the program direc-
tor. Corequisite: None.
HIT 214 Coding/Classification II
This course is the second in a two-course sequence which
continues the study of coding and classification systems in
a variety of health care settings. Topics include classifica-
tion and coding systems emphasizing ICD-9-CM,
HCPCS/CPT-4, reimbursement and billing systems,
encoders and groupers, case mix management, and the
relationship between coding and managed care. Upon
completion, students should be able to apply coding princi-
ples to correctly assign ICD-9-CM and HCPCS/CPT-4 codes
and apply systems to optimize reimbursement. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisites: HIT 212 and enrollment in
the Health Information Technology program. Corequisite:
None.
HIT 216 Quality Management
This course introduces principles of quality improvement,
utilization management, and risk management in health
care. Topics include the continuous quality improvement
philosophy, including tools, data analysis and application,
and related committee functions; utilization management
and risk management; and credentialing, accreditation,
Course
Descriptions
and regulation. Upon completion, students should be able
to apply performance improvement techniques, analyze
and display data, apply level of care criteria, and partici-
pate in risk management activities. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit,
3. Prerequisite: Enrollment in Health Information
Technology program. Corequisite: None.
HIT 222 Directed Practice III
This course provides supervised clinical experience in
health care settings. Emphasis is on practical application
of curriculum concepts to the health care setting. Upon
completion, students should be able to apply health
information theory to health care facility practices. The
majority of clinical sites are offered during the day. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 0; Clinical, 6; Semester
Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Health
Information Technology program and permission of the
program director. Corequisite: None.
HIT 226 Principles of Disease
This course covers disease etiology and organ system
involvement, including physical signs and symptoms,
prognoses, and common complications and their manage-
ment. Topics include basic microbiology, basic pharmacol-
ogy, and principles of disease. Upon completion, students
should be able to relate disease processes to etiology,
physical signs and symptoms, prognosis, and common
complications and their management. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: BIO 163 or BIO 169, and MED 121.
Corequisite: MED 122.
HIT 280 Professional Issues
This course provides a comprehensive discussion of topics
common to the health information profession. Emphasis is
on application of professional competencies, job search
tools, and preparation for the certification examination.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
competence in entry-level domains, tasks, and subtasks for
health information technologies. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 2; Lab, 0; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisite: HIT 212. Corequisite: HIT 214.
Humanities
HUM 110 Technology and Society
This course considers technological change from histori-
cal, artistic, and philosophical perspectives and its effect
on human needs and concerns. Emphasis is on the causes
and consequences of technological change. Upon
completion, students should be able to critically evaluate
the implications of technology. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement general education core requirement in
humanities/fine arts. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 090
and RED 090, or satisfactory score on placement test.
Corequisite: None.
HUM 115 Critical Thinking
This course introduces the use of critical thinking skills in
the context of human conflict. Emphasis is on evaluating
information, problem solving, approaching cross-cultural
perspectives, and resolving controversies and dilemmas.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
orally and in writing the use of critical thinking skills in
the analysis of appropriate texts. Students will be able to
engage in rational discussions using reasons, arguments,
exploration of consequences and motives, and crucial tests
to explore the complexities of human relations. This
course is approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as apre-
major and/or elective course requirement. This course
may meet the SACS humanities requirement for AAS
degree programs. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: ENG 111.
Corequisite: None.
HUM 120 Cultural Studies
This course introduces the distinctive features of a particu-
lar culture. Topics include art, history, music, literature,
politics, philosophy, and religion. Upon completion,
students should be able to appreciate the unique character
of the study culture. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the
general education core requirement in humanities/fine
arts. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: RED 090 or satisfactory score on
placement test. Corequisite: ENG 090 or satisfactory score
on placement test.
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HUM 121 The Nature of America
This course provides an interdisciplinary survey of the
American cultural, social, and political experience.
Emphasis is on the multicultural character of American
society, distinctive qualities of various regions, and the
American political system. Upon completion, students
should be able to analyze significant cultural, social, and
political aspects of American life. Students should also be
able to identify the frames of reference that shape the
attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors of various cultural, social,
and political groups. Tl)is course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the
general education core requirement in humanities/fine
arts. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080, or
satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisites: ENG 090
and RED 090, or satisfactory score on placement test.
HUM 160 Introduction to Film
This course introduces the fundamental elements of film
artistry and production. Topics include film styles, history,
and production techniques as well as the social values
reflected in film art. Upon completion, students should be
able to analyze critically the elements covered in relation
to selected films. Students should also be able to analyze
films effectively within their respective thematic and histor-
ical contexts. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in humanities/fine arts.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisite: ENG 111. Corequisite: None.
HUM 220 Human Values and Meaning
This course presents some major dimensions of human
experience as reflected in art, music, literature, philosophy,
and history. Topics include the search for identity, the quest
for knowledge, the need for love, the individual and society,
and the meaning of life. Upon completion, students
should be able to recognize interdisciplinary connections
and distinguish between open and closed questions and
between narrative and scientific models of understanding.
This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in humanities/fine arts.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: ENG 111. Corequisite: None.
International Business
INT 110 International Business
This course provides an overview of the environment,
concepts, and basic differences involved in international
business. Topics include forms of foreign involvement,
Course
Descriptions
international trade theory, governmental influences on
trade and strategies, international organizations, multina-
tional corporations, personnel management, and interna-
tional marketing. Upon completion, students should be
able to describe the foundation of international business.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
Industrial Science
ISC 1 12 Industrial Safety
This course introduces the principles of industrial safety.
Emphasis is on industrial safety and OSHA and environ-
mental regulations. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate knowledge of a safe working environ-
ment. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
ISC 115 Construction Safety
This course introduces the basic concepts of construction
site safety. Topics include ladders, lifting, lock-out/tag-out,
personal protective devices, scaffolds and above/below
ground work based on OSHA regulations. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of
applicable safety regulations and safely participate in
construction projects. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab,
0; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
ISC 121 Environmental Health and Safety
This course covers workplace environmental, health, and
safety issues. Emphasis is on managing the implementa-
tion and enforcement of environmental health and safety
regulations as well as on preventing accidents, injuries,
and illnesses. Upon completion, students should be able
to demonstrate an understanding of basic concepts of
environmental, health, and safety issues. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
ISC 131 Quality Management
This course provides a study and analysis of the aspects
and implications of quality management that lead to
customer satisfaction through continuous quality
improvement. Topics include Total Quality Management,
ISO 9000, organizing for quality, supplier/vendor relation-
ships, and the role of leadership in quality management.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
an understanding of quality management concepts and
techniques. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
ISC 210 Operations and Production
Planning
This course includes the fundamentals of operations and
production planning, forecasting, and scheduling. Topics
include demand management, production planning and
control, scheduling, and budgeting. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate an understanding
of the concepts and techniques involved in operations and
production planning. This course is a unique concentra-
tion requirement of the Operations Management concen-
tration in the Business Administration program. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: Completion of curriculum mathematics
requirement. Corequisite: None.
ISC 215 Job Analysis and Evaluation
This course includes techniques necessary to gather facts
about specific operations and responsibilities of the job,
identify methods improvement, and facilitate performance
evaluation. Emphasis is on what the job entails, including
mental abilities, job skills, and physical requirements as
well as improvements and performance evaluation meth-
ods. Upon completion, students should be able to demon-
strate an understanding of job analysis and evaluation
methods. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
Italian
ITA 111 Elementary Italian I
This course introduces the fundamental elements of the
Italian language within a cultural context. Emphasis is on
the development of basic listening, speaking, reading, and
writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to
comprehend and respond with grammatical accuracy to
spoken and written Italian as well as demonstrate cultural
awareness. This course must be taken with the accompany-
ing lab. Tim course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in humanities/fine arts.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080, or satisfactory score
on placement test. Corequisites: ITA 181 and ENG 080, or
satisfactory score on placement test.
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HA 112 Elementary Italian 11
This course, a continuation of ITA 1 11, focuses on the fun-
damental elements of the Italian language within a cultur-
al context. Emphasis is on the progressive development of
listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Upon
completion, students should be able to comprehend and
respond with increasing proficiency to spoken and written
Italian and demonstrate further cultural awareness. This
course must be taken with the accompanying lab. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for the general education core
requirement in humanities/fine arts. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisites: ENG
080 and RED 080, or satisfactory score on placement test
and ITA 111. Corequisites: ITA 182 and ENG 090, or
satisfactory score on placement test.
ITA 181 Italian Lab 1
This course provides an opportunity to enhance acquisition
of the fundamental elements of the Italian language.
Emphasis is on the progressive development of basic listen-
ing, speaking, reading, and writing skills through the use
of various supplementary-learning media and materials.
Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend
and respond with grammatical accuracy to spoken and
written Italian and demonstrate cultural awareness. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: ITA 111.
ITA 182 Italian Lab 2
This course provides an opportunity to enhance acquisition
of the fundamental elements of the Italian language.
Emphasis is on the progressive development of basic listen-
ing, speaking, reading, and writing skills through the use
of various supplementary learning media and materials.
Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend
and respond with increasing proficiency to spoken and
written Italian and demonstrate cultural awareness. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: ITA 181. Corequisite: ITA 112.
ITA 211 Intermediate Italian I
This course provides a review and expansion of the essen-
tial skills of the Italian language. Emphasis is on the study
of authentic and representative literary and cultural texts.
Upon completion, students should be able to communicate
effectively, accurately, and creatively about the past, pres-
ent, and future. Listening comprehension is reinforced with
audio tapes and/or CD Roms outside the classroom. This
Course
Descriptions
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for the general education core
requirement in humanities/fine arts. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: ITA
112. Corequisite: None.
Legal Education
LEX 110 Introduction to Paralegal Study
This course introduces the paralegal profession and the
legal system with an emphasis on the role of professional
and legal ethics. Topics include regulation, ethics, case
analysis, legal reasoning, career opportunities, professional
organizations, terminology, and other related topics. Upon
completion, students should be able to understand the role
of a paralegal and identify the skills, knowledge, and ethics
required of paralegals. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
LEX 120 Legal Research/Writing I
This course introduces the techniques of legal research and
writing. Emphasis is on locating, analyzing, applying, and
updating sources of law; effective legal writing, including
proper citation; and the use of electronic research methods.
Upon completion, students should be able to perform legal
research and writing assignments using techniques covered
in the course. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
LEX 121 Legal Research/Writing II
This course covers advanced topics in legal research and
writing. Topics include more complex legal issues and
assignments involving preparation of legal memos, briefs,
and other documents as well as the advanced use of
electronic research methods. Upon completion, students
should be able to perform legal research and writing
assignments using techniques covered in the course.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: LEX 120. Corequisite: None.
LEX 130 Civil Injuries
This course covers traditional tort concepts and the
evolving body of individual rights created by statute. Topics
include intentional and non-intentional torts with empha-
sis on negligence, strict liability, civil rights, workplace and
environmental liability, remedies, and damages. Upon
completion, students should be able to recognize, explain,
and evaluate elements of civil injuries and related defenses.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
LEX 140 Civil Litigation I
This course introduces the structure of the legal system and
the rules governing civil litigation. Topics include jurisdic-
tion and state and federal rules of civil procedure and evi-
dence. Upon completion, students should be able to assist
an attorney in the pre-litigation matters and preparation of
pleadings and motions. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
LEX 141 Civil Litigation II
This course covers advanced topics in the civil litigation
process. Topics include motions, discovery, and trial and
appellate procedures. Upon completion, students should
be able to assist an attorney in preparing and organizing
documents for trial, settlement, and post-trial practice.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: LEX 140. Corequisite: None.
LEX 150 Commercial Law I
This course covers legally enforceable agreements, forms
of organization, and selected portions of the Uniform
Commercial Code. Topics include drafting and enforce-
ment of contracts, leases, and related documents as well as
selection and implementation of business organization
forms, sales, and commercial papers. Upon completion,
students should be able to apply the elements of a contract,
prepare various business documents, and understand the
role of commercial paper. Couree Hours Per Week: Class,
2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
LEX 160 Criminal Law and Procedure
This course introduces substantive criminal law and
procedural rights of the accused. Topics include elements
of state/federal crimes, defenses, constitutional issues,
pre-trial and trial process, and other related topics. Upon
completion, students should be able to explain elements of
specific crimes and assist an attorney in preparing a crimi-
nal case. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
LEX 180 Case Analysis and Reasoning
This course covers the techniques of reading and applying
legal opinions and the skills of case analysis. Emphasis is
on the components of opinions and on types of legal
writing. Upon completion, students should be able to read,
analyze, and brief opinions as well as prepare legal
memoranda, briefs, and other legal documents. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: LEX 120.
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LEX 210 Real Property I
This course introduces the study of real property law. Topics
include the distinction between real and personal property,
various estates, mechanics of conveyance and encum-
brance, recordation, special proceedings, and other related
topics. Upon completion, students should be able to
identify estates, forms of deeds, requirements for recording,
and procedures to enforce rights to real property. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
LEX 211 Real Property II
This course continues the study of real property law relat-
ing to title examination and preparation of closing docu-
ments. Topics include use of courthouse and other public
records in title examination and preparation of documents
required in real estate transactions and closings. Upon
completion, students should be able to plot/draft a descrip-
tion; perform complete title examination; draft closing
documents, including title insurance forms; and prepare
disbursement reconciliation. Course Hour Per Week: Class,
1; Lab, 4; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: LEX 210.
Corequisite: None.
LEX 220 Corporate Law
This cource covers the legal aspects of forming, operating,
and maintaining a business. Emphasis is on the business
corporation with additional coverage of sole proprietorships
and partnerships. Upon completion, students should be
able to draft basic partnership and corporate documents
and file these documents as required. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
LEX 240 Family Law
This course covers laws governing domestic relations.
Topics include marriage, separation, divorce, child custody,
support, property division, adoption, domestic violence, and
other related topics. Upon completion, students should be
able to interview clients, gather information, and draft
documents related to family law. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3: Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
LEX 250 Wills, Estates, and Trusts
This course covers various types of wills, trusts, probate,
estate administration, and intestacy. Topics include types
of wills and execution requirements, caveats and dissents,
intestate succession, inventories and accountings, distribu-
tion and settlement, and other related topics. Upon
completion, students should be able to draft simple wills;
prepare estate forms; understand administration of estates,
Course
Descriptions
including taxation; and explain terms regarding trusts.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
LEX 260 Bankruptcy and Collections
This course provides an overview of the laws of bankruptcy
and the rights of creditors and debtore. Topics include
bankruptcy procedures and estate management,
attachment, claim and delivery, repossession, foreclosure,
collection, garnishment, and post-judgment collection
procedure. Upon completion, students should be able to
prepare and file bankruptcy forms, collection letters,
statutory liens, and collection of judgments. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
LEX 270 Law Office
Management/Technology
This course provides an overview of law office management
and organization. Topics include office forms, filing
systems, billing/time keeping, computer systems, calendar
systems, library administration, case management, office
and personnel procedures, ethics, and technology. Upon
completion, students should be able to establish and main-
tain various law office systems, monitor case progress, and
supervise non-lawyer personnel. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
LEX 280 Ethics and Professionalism
This course reinforces legal ethics and the role of the para-
legal in a professional work environment. Topics include a
review of ethics, employment opportunities, and search
techniques; paralegal certification; and other related topics.
Upon completion, students should be able to understand
the paralegal's role in the ethical practice of law. This
course is designed as a capstone course during which the
student reviews the various skills acquired during the past
four terms in preparation for graduation and certification.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisites: LEX 110, LEX 120, LEX 130, LEX
140, LEX 141, LEX 150, LEX 210, LEX 220, LEX 240, LEX
250, LEX 285. Corequisite: None.
LEX 285 Workers' Compensation Law
This course covers the process of initiating and handling
workers' compensation claims. Emphasis is on reviewing
and drafting relevant Industrial Commission forms. Upon
completion, students should be able to interview clients,
gather information, and draft documents related to work-
ers' compensation claims. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
LEX 286 Medical Evidence Analysis
This course is designed to teach reading and analyzing
medical records for legal evaluation of bodily injury and
disability claims. Emphasis is on terminology; identifying,
obtaining, and reviewing medical records; and study of the
major systems of the human body. Upon completion,
students should be able to compile, analyze, and organize
medical documents to support or disprove injury claims.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
Machining
MAC 111 Machining Technology I
This course introduces machining operations as they relate
to the metalworking industry. Topics include machine shop
safety, measuring tools, lathes, drilling machines, saws,
milling machines, bench grinders, and layout instruments.
Upon completion, students should be able to safely perform
the basic operations of measuring, layout, drilling, sawing,
turning, and milling. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 12; Semester Hours Credit, 6. Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
MAC 112 Machining Technology II
This course provides additional instruction and practice
in the use of precision measuring tools, lathes, milling
machines, and grinders. Emphasis is on setup and
operation of machine tools, including the selection and
use of work-holding devices, speeds, feeds, cutting tools,
and coolants. Upon completion, students should be able to
perform basic procedures on precision grinders and
advanced operations of measuring, layout, drilling, sawing,
turning, and milling. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 12; Semester Hours Credit, 6. Prerequisite: MAC 111.
Corequisite: None.
MAC 113 Machining Technology III
This course provides an introduction to advanced and
special machining operations. Emphasis is on working to
specified tolerances with special and advanced setups.
Upon completion, students should be able to produce a
part to specifications. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab,
12; Semester Hours Credit, 6. Prerequisite: MAC 112.
Corequisite: None.
101
MAC 121 Introduction to CNC
This course introduces the concepts and capabilities of
computer numerical control machine tools. Topics include
setup, operation, and basic applications. Upon completion,
students should be able to explain operator safety, machine
protection, data input, program preparation, and program
storage. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: MAC 112. Corequisite: None.
MAC 124 CNC Milling
This course introduces the manual programming, setup,
and operation of CNC machining centers. Topics include
programming formats, control functions, program editing,
part production, and inspection. Upon completion,
students should be able to manufacture simple parts using
CNC machining centers. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1;
Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: MAC 121.
Corequisite: None.
MAC 151 Machining Calculations
This course introduces basic calculations as they relate to
machining occupations. Emphasis is on basic calculations
and their applications in the machine shop. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to perform basic shop calcu-
lations. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: MAT 101. Corequisite: None.
MAC 224 Advanced CNC Milling
This course covers advanced methods in setup and opera-
tion of CNC machining centers. Emphasis is on program-
ming and production of complex parts. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate skills in program-
ming, operations, and setup of CNC machining centers.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 3; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisite: MAC 124. Corequisite: None.
MAC 241 Jigs and Fixtures I
This course introduces the application and use of jigs and
fixtures. Emphasis is on design and manufacture of simple
jigs and fixtures. Upon completion, students should be able
to design and build single jigs and fixtures. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 6; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: MAC 112. Corequisite: None.
MAC 248 Production Procedures
This course covers product planning and control as well as
scheduling and routing of operations. Topics include cost-
effective production methods, dimensional and statistical
quality control, and the tooling and machines required for
production. Upon completion, students should be able to
plan, set up, and produce cost-effective quality machined
parts. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: MAC 111. Corequisite: None.
Course
Descriptions
Mathematics
Initial student placement in dei>elopmental courses is
based on individual college placement testing policies
and procedures. Students should begin developmental
course work at the appropriate level indicated by the
college's placement test.
MAT 050 Basic Math Skills
This course is designed to strengthen basic math skills.
Topics include properties, rounding, estimating, compar-
ing, converting, and computing whole numbers, fractions,
and decimals. Upon completion, students should be able to
perform basic computations and solve relevant mathemati-
cal problems. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
MAT 060 Essential Mathematics
This course is a comprehensive study of mathematical
skills which should provide a strong mathematical founda-
tion to pursue further study. Topics include principles and
applications of decimals, fractions, percents, ratio and
proportion, order of operations, geometry, measurement,
and elements of algebra and statistics. Upon completion,
students should be able to perform basic computations and
solve relevant, multi-step mathematical problems using
technology where appropriate. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: MAT
050 or satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite:
None.
MAT 070 Introductory Algebra
This course establishes a foundation in algebraic concepts
and problem solving. Topics include signed numbers,
exponents, order of operations, simplifying expressions,
solving linear equations and inequalities, graphing, for-
mulas, polynomials, factoring, and elements of geometry.
Upon completion, students should be able to apply the
concepts learned in problem solving using appropriate
technology. Solving quadratic equations by factoring is also
included. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: MAT 060 or satisfactory score
on placement test. Corequisite: RED 080 or ENG 085.
MAT 080 Intermediate Algebra
This course continues the study of algebraic concepts with
emphasis on applications. Topics include factoring; ration-
al expressions; rational exponents; rational, radical, and
quadratic equations; systems of equations; inequalities;
graphing; functions; variations; complex numbers; and
elements of geometry. Upon completion, students should
be able to apply the concepts learned in problem solving
using appropriate technology. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite:
MAT 070 or satisfactory score on placement test.
Corequisite: RED 080 or ENG 085.
MAT 101 Applied Mathematics I
This course is a comprehensive review of arithmetic with
basic algebra designed to meet the needs of certificate and
diploma programs. Topics include arithmetic and geomet-
ric skills used in measurement, ratio and proportion, expo-
nents and roots, applications of percent, linear equations,
formulas, and statistics. Upon completion, students should
be able to solve practical problems in their specific areas of
study. Also included are definitions and properties of
angles, polygons, and circles; area; and right triangle
trigonometry. This course is intended for certificate and
diploma programs. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab,
2; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: MAT 060 or
satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite: None.
MAT 110 Mathematical Measurement
This course provides an activity-based approach to utilizing,
interpreting, and communicating data in a variety of
measurement systems. Topics include accuracy, precision,
conversion, and estimation within metric, apothecary, and
avoirdupois systems; ratio and proportion; measures of
central tendency and dispersion; and charting of data. Upon
completion, students should be able to apply proper tech-
niques to gathering, recording, manipulating, analyzing,
and communicating data. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: MAT 070 or
satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite: None.
MAT 115 Mathematical Models
This course develops the ability to utilize mathematical
skills and technology to solve problems at a level found in
non-mathematics-intensive programs. Topics include
applications to percent, ratio and proportion, formulas,
statistics, functional notation, linear functions and their
graphs, probability, sampling techniques, scatter plots, and
modeling. Upon completion, students should be able to
solve practical problems; reason and communicate with
mathematics; and work confidently, collaboratively, and
independently. Applications may be drawn from the fields
of business, public services, and various technologies.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisite: MAT 070 or satisfactory score on
placement test. Corequisite: None.
102
MAT 121 Algebra/Trigonometry I
This course provides an integrated approach to technology
and the skills required to manipulate, display, and interpret
mathematical functions and formulas used in problem
solving. Topics include simplification, evaluation, and
solving of algebraic and radical functions; complex num-
bers; right triangle trigonometry; systems of equations; and
the use of technology. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate an understanding of the use of mathe-
matics and technology to solve problems as well as analyze
and communicate results. A basic introduction to statistics
is also included. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: MAT 070 or satisfac-
tory score on placement test. Corequisite: None.
MAT 122 Algebra/Trigonometry II
This course extends the concepts covered in MAT 121 to
include additional topics in algebra, function analysis, and
trigonometry. Topics include exponential and logarithmic
functions, translation and scaling of functions, Sine Law,
Cosine Law, vectors, and statistics. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate an understanding
of the use of technology to solve problems and to analyze
and communicate results. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: MAT 121 or
satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite: None.
MAT 140 Survey of Mathematics
This course provides an introduction in a non-technical
setting to selected topics in mathematics. Topics include,
but are not limited to, sets, logic, probability, statistics,
matrices, mathematical systems, geometry, topology,
mathematics of finance, and modeling. Upon completion,
students should be able to understand a variety of mathe-
matical applications, think logically, and be able to work
collaboratively and independently. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for the general education core requirement
in natural sciences/mathematics. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: MAT 070 or satisfactory score on placement
test. Corequisite: MAT 140A.
MAT 140A Survey of Mathematics lab
This course is a laboratory for MAT 140. Emphasis is on
experiences that enhance the materials presented in the
class. Upon completion, students should be able to solve
problems, apply critical thinking, work in teams, and
communicate effectively. This course has been approved
Course
Descriptions
to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
transferability as apre-major and/or elective course
requirement. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisite: MAT 070 or
satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite: MAT 140.
MAT 145 Analytical Math
This course is designed to develop problem solving and
reasoning skills by the study of selected areas of mathemat-
ics. Topics include elementary and Boolean algebra, sets,
logic, number theory, numeration systems, probability,
statistics, and linear programming. Upon completion,
students should be able to apply logic and other mathe-
matical concepts. This course'has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
transferability as apre-major and/or elective course
requirement. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: MAT 080 or MAT
122. Corequisite: None.
MAT 151 Statistics I
This course provides a project-based approach to the study
of basic probability, descriptive and inferential statistics,
and decision making. Emphasis is on measures of central
tendency and dispersion, correlation, regression, discrete
and continuous probability distributions, quality control,
population parameter estimation, and hypothesis testing.
Upon completion, students should be able to describe
important characteristics of a set of data and draw infer-
ences about a population from sample data. Students are
able to compare two populations means of both large and
small groups as well as compare population proportions
This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in natural sciences/
mathematics. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: MAT 080 or MAT
140. Corequisite: None.
MAT 155 Statistical Analysis
This course is an introduction to descriptive and inferential
statistics. Topics include sampling, distributions, plotting
data, central tendency, dispersion, Central Limits Theorem,
confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, correlations,
regressions, and multinomial experiments. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to describe data and test
inferences about populations using sample data. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for the general education aire
requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: MAT 080 or satisfactory score on placement
test. Corequisite: None.
MAT 161 College Algebra
This course provides an integrated technological approach
to algebraic topics used in problem solving. Emphasis is on
applications involving equations and inequalities; polyno-
mial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions;
and graphing and data analysis/modeling. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to choose an appropriate
model to fit a data set and use the model for analysis and
prediction. This course is designed to satisfy the needs of
the Associate in Arts student and does not satisfy the prereq-
uisite for MAT 172. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the
general education core requirement in natural
sciences/mathematics for the Associate in Arts Degree.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisite: MAT 080. Corequisite: MAT 161A.
MAT 161 A College Algebra Lab
This course is a laboratory for MAT l6l. Emphasis is on
experiences that enhance the materials presented in the
class. Upon completion, students should be able to solve
problems, apply critical thinking, work in teams, and
communicate effectively. This course has been approved
to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
transferability as apre-major and/or elective course
requirement. Course Hours Per Week: Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisite: MAT 080 or MAT 090.
Corequisite: MAT l6l.
MAT 167 Discrete Mathematics
This course is the study of discrete mathematics with
emphasis on applications. Topics include number systems,
combinations, and permutations; mathematical logic and
proofs; sets and counting; Boolean algebra; mathematical
induction; trees and graphs; and algorithms. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate
competence in the topics covered. This course is approved
to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
transferability as apre-major and/or elective course
requirement. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3. Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: MAT 121 or MAT 171.
Corequisite: None.
103
MAT 171 Precalculus Algebra
This is the first of two courses designed to emphasize topics
which are fundamental to the study of calculus. Emphasis
is on equations and inequalities; functions (linear, polyno-
mial, and rational); systems of equations and inequalities;
and parametric equations. Upon completion, students
should be able to solve practical problems and use appro-
priate models for analysis and predictions. Additional
topics include, but are not limited to, exponential and log-
arithmic functions and their applications. This course has
been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for the general education core requirement
in natural sciences/mathematics. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: MAT 080 or satisfactory score on placement
test. Corequisite: MAT 171A.
MAT 1 71A Precalculus Algebra Lab
This course is a laboratory for MAT 171. Emphasis is on
experiences that enhance the materials presented in the
class. Upon completion, students should be able to solve
problems, apply critical thinking, work in teams, and
communicate effectively. This course has been approved
to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
transferability as apre-major and/or elective course
requirement. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisite: MAT 080 or satisfac-
tory score on placement test. Corequisite: MAT 171.
MAT 172 Precalculus Trigonometry
This is the second of two courses designed to emphasize
topics which are fundamental to the study of calculus.
Emphasis is on properties and applications of transcenden-
tal functions and their graphs, right and oblique triangle
trigonometry, conic sections, vectors, and polar coordi-
nates. Upon completion, students should be able to solve
practical problems and use appropriate models for analysis
and prediction. This course has been approved to satisfy
the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the gener-
al education core requirement in natural
sciences/mathematics. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: MAT 171 or
satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite: None.
MAT 263 Brief Calculus
This course introduces concepts of differentiation and inte-
gration as well as their applications to solving problems.
The course is designed for students needing one semester of
calculus. Topics include functions, graphing, differentia-
tion, and integration with emphasis on applications drawn
from business, economics, and biological and behavioral
sciences. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate an understanding of the use of basic calculus
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and technology to solve problems and to analyze and
communicate results. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
the general education core requirement in natural
sciences/mathematics. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: MAT 171 or
satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite: MAT 263A.
MAT263A Brief Calculus Lab
This course is a laboratory for MAT 263. Emphasis is on
experiences that enhance the materials presented in the
class. Upon completion, students should be able to solve
problems, apply critical thinking, work in teams, and
communicate effectively. This course has been approved
to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
transferability as apre-major and/or elective course
requirement. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisite: MAT 171 or satisfac-
tory score on placement test. Corequisite: MAT 263.
MAT 271 Calculus I
This course covers in depth the differential calculus portion
of a three-course calculus sequence. Topics include limits,
continuity, derivatives, and integrals of algebraic and
transcendental functions of one variable, with applications.
Upon completion, students should be able to apply
differentiation and integration techniques to algebraic and
transcendental functions. This course has been approved
to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
the general education core requirement in natural
sciences/mathematics. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: MAT 172 or
satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite: None.
MAT 272 Calculus II
This course provides a rigorous treatment of integration
and is the second calculus course in a three-course
sequence. Topics include applications of definite integrals,
techniques of integration, indeterminate forms, improper
integrals, infinite series, conic sections, parametric '
equations, polar coordinates, and differential equations.
Upon completion, students should be able to use integra-
tion and approximation techniques to solve application
problems. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in natural sciences/mathe-
matics. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: MAT 271. Corequisite: None.
MAT 273 Calculus III
This course covers the calculus of several variables and is
the third calculus course in a three-course sequence. Topics
include functions of several variables, partial derivatives,
multiple integrals, solid analytical geometry, vector-valued
functions, and line and surface integrals. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to solve problems involving
vectors and functions of several variables. Tliis course has
been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for the general education core requirement
in natural sciences/mathematics. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: MAT 272. Corequisite: None.
MAT 285 Differential Equations
This course provides an introduction to ordinary differen-
tial equations with an emphasis on applications. Topics
include first-order, linear higher-order, and systems of
differential equations; numerical methods; series solutions;
eigenvalues and eigenvectors; Laplace transforms; and
Fourier series. Upon completion, students should be able to
use differential equations to model physical phenomena,
solve the equations, and use the solutions to analyze the
phenomena. This course is approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferabili-
ty as apre-major and/or elective course requirement.
Course Hours per Week: Class, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: MAT 272. Corequisite: None.
Medical Assisting
MED 121 Medical Terminology I
This course introduces prefixes, suffixes, and word roots
used in the language of medicine. Topics include medical
vocabulary and the terms that relate to the anatomy, physi-
ology, pathological conditions, and treatment of selected
systems. Upon completion, students should be able to
pronounce, spell, and define medical terms as related to
selected body systems and their pathological disorders.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Clinical, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
MED 122 Medical Terminology II
This course is the second in a series of medical terminolo-
gy courses. Topics include medical vocabulary and the
terms that relate to the anatomy, physiology, pathological
conditions, and treatment of selected systems. Upon
completion, students should be able to pronounce, spell,
and define medical terms as related to selected body
systems and their pathological disorders. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3:
Prerequisite: MED 121. Corequisite: None.
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Marketing and Retailing
MKT 120 Principles of Marketing
This course introduces principles and problems of
marketing goods and services. Topics include promotion,
placement, and pricing strategies for products. Upon
completion, students should be able to apply marketing
principles in organizational decision making. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
MKT 123 Fundamentals of Selling
This course is designed to emphasize the necessity of sell-
ing skills in a modern business environment. Emphasis is
on sales techniques involved in various types of selling
situations. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate an understanding of the techniques covered.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
MKT 220 Advertising and Sales Promotion
This course covers the elements of advertising and sales
promotion in the business environment. Topics include
advertising and sales promotion appeals, selection of
media, use of advertising and sales promotion as a
marketing tool, and means of testing effectiveness. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate an
understanding of the concepts covered through applica-
tion. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hour Credit, 3- Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
Music
MUS110 Music Appreciation
This course is a basic survey of the music of the Western
world. Emphasis is on the elements of music, terminology,
composers, form, and style within a historical perspective.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
skills in basic listening and understanding of the art of
music. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in humanities/fine arts.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080 or satisfac-
tory score on placement test. Corequisites: ENG 090 and
RED 090 or satisfactory score on placement test.
M US 213 Opera and Musical Theatre
This course covers the origins and development of opera
and musical theatre from the works of Claudio Monteverdi
to the present. Emphasis is on how the structure and com-
ponents of opera and musicals affect dramaturgy through
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listening examples and analysis. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate analytical and
listening skills in understanding both opera and the
musical. The listening emphasis in this course is on the
musical. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Compre-hensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in humanities/fine arts.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080 or satisfac-
tory score on placement test. Corequisites: ENG 090 and
RED 090 or satisfactory score on placement test.
Networking Technology
NET 110 Data
Communications/Networking
This course introduces data communication and network-
ing. Topics include telecommunication standards,
protocols, equipment, network topologies, communication
software, LANs, WANs, the Internet, and network operating
systems. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate understanding of the fundamentals of
telecommunication and networking. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
NET 120 Network
Installation/Administration
This course covers the installation and administration of
network hardware and system software. Topics include net-
work topologies, various network operating systems, server
and workstation installation and configuration, printer
services, and connectivity options. Upon completion,
students should be able to perform basic installation and
administration of departmental networks. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: NET 110. Corequisite: None.
NET 125 Routing and Switching I
This course introduces the OSI model, network topologies,
IP addressing, and subnet masks, simple routing tech-
niques, and basic switching terminology. Topics include
the basic functions of the seven layers of the OSI model,
different classes of IP addressing and subnetting, and
router login scripts. Upon completion, students should be
able to list the key internetworking functions of the OSI
Networking Layer and how they are performed in a variety
of router types. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 4;
Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: CIS 173-
Corequisite: None.
NET 126 Routing and Switching II
This course introduces router configurations, router
protocols, switching methods, and hub terminology. Topics
include the basic flow control methods, router startup
commands, manipulation of router configuration files, IP,
and data link addressing. Upon completion, students
should be able to prepare the initial router configuration
files as well as enable, verify, and configure IP addresses.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 4; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisite: NET 125. Corequisite: None.
Nursing
NUR 101 Practical Nursing I
This course introduces concepts related to the practical
nurse's caregiver and discipline-specific roles. Emphasis is
on the nursing process; legal, ethical, and professional
issues; wellness and illness patterns; and basic nursing
skills. Upon completion, students should be able to demon-
strate beginning understanding of nursing process to
promote, maintain, and restore optimum health for diverse
clients throughout the life span. Experiences in the nursing
laboratory and in health care agencies provide students the
opportunity to develop nursing skills by providing direct
client care. This is a diploma-level course. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 7; Lab, 6; Clinical, 6; Semester Hour
Credit, 11. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Practical
Nursing program. Corequisite: None.
NUR 102 Practical Nursing II
This course includes more advanced concepts related to
the practical nurse's caregiver and discipline-specific roles.
Emphasis is on the nursing process; delegation; cost
effectiveness; legal, ethical, and professional issues; and
wellness and illness patterns. Upon completion, students
should be able to begin participating in the nursing
process to promote, maintain, and restore optimum health
for diverse clients throughout the life span. Correlation of
theory to clinical applications is provided on medical, sur-
gical, mother-baby units, extended care, and rehabilitation
health facilities. This is a diploma-level course. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 8; Lab, 0; Clinical, 12; Semester
Hours Credit, 12. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: NUR 101.
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NUR 103 Practical Nursing III
This course focuses on use of nursing and related concepts
by practical nurses as providers of care as well as members
of the nursing discipline in collaboration with health team
members. Emphasis is on the nursing process, wellness
and illness patterns, entry-level issues, accountability, advo-
cacy, professional development, evolving technology, and
changing health care delivery systems. Upon completion,
students should be able to use the nursing process to
promote, maintain, and restore optimum health for diverse
clients throughout the life span. The clinical experience
provides opportunities for beginning transition from
student to practitioner on medical/surgical units and in
pediatric facilities. This is a diploma-level course. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 6; Lab, 0; Clinical, 12; Semester
Hours Credit, 10. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: NUR 102.
NUR 105 Integrated LPN Refresher
This refresher course is designed to provide a review for the
previously licensed practical nurse whose license has lapsed.
Emphasis is on common medical-surgical conditions and
nursing interventions, including mental health principles,
pharmacological concepts, and safe clinical practice. Upon
completion, students will be eligible to apply for reinstate-
ment of licensure. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 8; Lab, 6;
Clinical, 6; Semester Hour Credit, 12. Prerequisite: Previous
licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Corequisite: None.
NUR 110 Nursing I
This course introduces concepts which are basic to begin-
ning nursing practice. Emphasis is on introducing the
nurse's role as provider of care, manager of care, and
member of the nursing discipline. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate beginning compe-
tence in caring for individuals with common alterations in
health. Theoretical emphasis is on the nursing process and
the concepts of basic human needs, communication, as
well as teaching and learning principles. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 5; Lab, 3; Clinical, 6; Semester Hours Credit, 8.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Associate Degree Nursing
program and listing as a Nursing Assistant I in North
Carolina. Corequisites: BIO 168, CIS 113, and PSY 150.
NUR120A Nursing II
This course provides an expanded knowledge base for
delivering nursing care to individuals of various ages.
Emphasis is on developing the nurse's role as provider of
care, manager of care, and member of the nursing disci-
pline. Upon completion, students should be able to partici-
pate in the delivery of nursing care for individuals with
common alterations in health. Theoretical concentration
involves utilizing the nursing process to provide therapeu-
tic communication and nursing care for clients with select-
ed medical/surgical disorders. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 2.5; Lab, 1.5; Clinical, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: NUR 110. Corequisites: BIO 169 and PSY 281.
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NUR120B Nursing II
This course provides an expanded knowledge base for
delivering nursing care to individuals of various ages.
Emphasis is on developing the nurse's role as provider of
care, manager of care, and member of the discipline of
nursing. Upon completion, students should be able to par-
ticipate in the delivery of nursing care for individuals with
common alterations in health. Theoretical foci emphasize
utilizing the nursing process to provide nursing care for
clients with alterations in oxygenation, fluid, and
electrolytes. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2.5; Lab, 1.5;
Clinical, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: NUR
1 10. Corequisites: BIO I69 and PSY 281.
NUR 130 Nursing III
This course provides an expanded knowledge base for
delivering nursing care to individuals of various ages.
Emphasis is on expanding the nurse's role as provider of
care, manager of care, and member of the nursing disci-
pline. Upon completion, students should be able to deliver
nursing care to individuals with common alterations in
health. Theoretical concentration involves utilizing the
nursing process to provide therapeutic communication and
nursing care for clients with mental health and medical/
surgical disorders. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 4; Lab, 3;
Clinical, 6; Semester Hours Credit, 7. Prerequisites: NUR
120A and NUR 120B. Corequisite: SOC 210.
NUR 189 Nursing Transition
This course is designed to assist the licensed practical nurse
in transition to the role of the associate degree nurse.
Topics include the role of the registered nurse, nursing
process, homeostasis, and validation of selected nursing
skills and physical assessment. Upon completion, students
should be able to articulate into the Associate Degree
Nursing program at the level of the generic student. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisites: BIO 168, CIS 113, and PSY
150. Corequisite: None.
NUR210A Nursing IV
This course provides an expanded knowledge base for
delivering nursing care to individuals of various ages.
Emphasis is on using collaboration as a provider of care,
manager of care, and member of the discipline of nursing.
Upon completion, students should be able to modify
nursing care for individuals with common alterations in
health. Theoretical foci emphasize the nursing process to
provide nursing care for childbearing families. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 2.5; Lab, 1.5; Clinical, 6; Semester
Hours Credit, 5. Prerequisite: NUR 130. Corequisites: BIO
275 and ENG 111.
NUR 21 OB Nursing IV
This course provides an expanded knowledge base for
delivering nursing care to individuals of various ages.
Emphasis is on using collaboration as a provider of care,
manager of care, and member of the nursing discipline.
Upon completion, students should be able to modify
nursing care for individuals with common alterations in
health. Theoretical foci emphasize the nursing process to
provide nursing care for clients with alterations in move-
ment, cognition, and sensation. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 2.5; Lab, 1.5; Clinical, 6; Semester Hours Credit, 5.
Prerequisite: NUR 130. Corequisites: BIO 275 and ENG 111.
NUR 220 Nursing V
This course provides an expanded knowledge base for
delivering nursing care to individuals of various ages.
Emphasis is on the nurse's role as an independent provider
and manager of care for a group of individuals and as a
member of a multidisciplinary team. Upon completion,
students should be able to provide comprehensive nursing
care to a group of individuals with common complex
health alterations. Theoretical concentration includes prin-
ciples of leadership, management, and delegation while
developing skills necessary for transition into professional
practice. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 4; Lab, 3; Clinical,
15; Semester Hours Credit, 10. Prerequisites: NUR 210A and
NUR 210B. Corequisites: ENG 1 12 and humanities elective.
Operations Management
OMT 112 Materials Management
This course covers the basic principles of materials
management. Emphasis is on the planning, procurement,
movement, and storage of materials. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate an understanding
of the concepts and techniques related to materials
management. This course is a unique concentration
requirement of the Operations Management concentration
in the Business Administration program. Cource Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
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OMT260 Issues in Operations Management
This course presents a variety of topics that highlight con-
temporary problems and issues related to operations man-
agement. Emphasis is on production and operations plan-
ning, environmental health and safety, materials manage-
ment, and quality systems. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate the ability to make decisions
and resolve problems in an operations management envi-
ronment. This course is a unique concentration require-
ment of the Operations Management concentration in the
Business Administration program. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisites: ISC
121, ISC 131, ISC 210, and OMT 112. Corequisite: None.
Opticianry
OPH 101 Math for Opticians
This course covers the arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and
trigonometry necessary to evaluate optical formulas. Topics
include signed arithmetic, evaluation and solution of
equations, use of the calculator, and basic trigonometric
functions. Upon completion, students should be able to
evaluate formulas as used in opticianry courses. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Clinical, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Optical
Apprentice or Optical Laboratory Mechanics program.
Corequisite: None.
OPH 102 Ophthalmic Lab Concepts
This course introduces the operations of the ophthalmic
laboratory. Emphasis is on surfacing and finishing formu-
las; materials, procedures, and equipment used to fabricate
glasses; and ANSI, EPA, and OSHA requirements. Upon
completion, students should be able to perform laboratory-
related calculations, describe safety and environmental
regulations, and identify materials and procedures used in
ophthalmic laboratories. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 0; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite:
OPH 141. Corequisite: None.
OPH 111 Ophthalmic Lab I
This course introduces optical laboratory practices and
procedures. Emphasis is on safety, OSHA and EPA
requirements, equipment and instrumentation, and lens
fabrication to ANSI standards. Upon completion, students
should be able to duplicate lenses, use basic formulas, and
identify materials and procedures used to safely fabricate
prescription lenses to specifications. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 2; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: MAT 070 or satisfactory score on placement
test or OPH 101. Corequisite: None.
OPH 112 Ophthalmic Lab II
This course continues the study of optical laboratory proce-
dures introduced in OPH 111. Emphasis is on prescription
interpretation, focimetry, and finishing techniques. Upon
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completion, students should be able to duplicate lenses,
use intermediate formulas, and identify materials and
procedures used to safely fabricate prescription eyewear to
specifications. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 3;
Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: OPH
111. Corequisite: None.
OPH 113 Ophthalmic Lab III
This course continues the development of laboratory skills
from OPH 1 12. Emphasis is on speed and accuracy in
eyeglass fabrication, special fabrication techniques, and
repairs. Upon completion, students should be able to use
laboratory formulas and safely fabricate eyewear to specifi-
cations. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 6; Clinical,
0; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: OPH 112.
Corequisite: None.
OPH 121 Anatomy and Physiology - Eye
This course covers the anatomical and physiological func-
tions of the eye and its associated structures. Emphasis is
on normal vision and common disorders of the visual sys-
tem. Upon completion, students should be able to describe
the visual process as well as label and describe the function
of each part of the eye. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 0; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite:
Enrollment in the Opticianry, Optical Apprentice, or Optical
Laboratory Mechanics program. Corequisite: None.
OPH 130 Introduction to Opticianry
This course introduces the student to the profession of opti-
cianry, including current practices and legal requirements.
Topics include regulations governing opticians; basic
measurement; identification of frame and lens materials,
their similarities and differences; and record keeping. Upon
completion, the student should have an understanding of
the profession and its basic procedures. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisite: MAT 070 or satisfactory score on placement
test or OPH 101. Corequisite: OPH 141.
OPH 131 Optical Dispensing I
This course introduces the historical and modern dispens-
ing practices and the laws governing opticianry. Topics
include basic eyeglass choices, measurements, dispensing,
adjustments, and record keeping. Upon completion, stu-
dents should be able to evaluate patient needs and wearing
success. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Clinical.
0; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: MAT 070 or satis-
factory score on placement test or OPH 101. Corequisites:
ENG 090 and RED 090 or satisfactory score on placement
test, and OPH 141.
OPH 132 Optical Dispensing 11
This course continues the study of optical dispensing
begun in OPH 131. Emphasis is on advanced dispensing
skills. Upon completion, students should be able to design
and dispense appropriate eyewear for a variety of patients.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisites: OPH 131 and OPH
141. Corequisite: None.
OPH 140 Math for Opticians
This course covers the arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and
trigonometry necessary to evaluate optical formulas. Topics
include signed arithmetic, evaluation and solution of
equations, use of the calculator, and basic trigonometric
functions. Upon completion, students should be able to
evaluate formulas as used in opticianry courses. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 5; Lab, 0; Clinical, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 5. Prerequisite: MAT 070 or satisfactory score
on placement test. Corequisite: None.
OPH 141 Optical Theory I
This course introduces the principles of optics and oph-
thalmic lens design. Topics include basic theory and basic
optical formulas. Upon completion, students should be
able to use the metric system, define basic optical terms,
and perform basic optical calculations. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: MAT 070 or satisfactory score on placement
test. Corequisite: OPH 101 or OPH 140.
OPH 142 Optical Theory II
This course continues the study of optical theory begun in
OPH 141. Topics include intermediate and advanced theory
and formulas. Upon completion, students should be able to
perform intermediate and advanced optical calculations.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Clinical, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: OPH 141.
Corequisite: None.
OPH 193 Selected Topics in Opticianry
This course provides an opportunity to explore areas of
current interest in opticianry. Emphasis is on rigid and soft
contact lens design and fitting. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate the competencies required to
pass a written mock state board in contact lens. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: OPH 121 and OPH 141. Corequisite: None.
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0PH214 Ophthalmic Lab IV
This course is designed to develop competent performance
in the ophthalmic laboratory. Emphasis is on safety, speed,
and accuracy in focimetry and all aspects of laboratory
procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate competence in the stated class objectives.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 6; Clinical, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: OPH 113.
Corequisite: None.
OPH 215 Laboratory Proficiency
This course provides preparation for the N.C. State Board of
Opticians Examination. Emphasis is on speed and accura-
cy in all items on the competence list. Upon completion,
students should be able to safely and accurately demon-
strate proficiency in all items on the laboratory competence
list. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 6; Clinical, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisites: Final semester of
the program, OPH 214, and OPH 233. Corequisite: None.
OPH 222 Optical Business Management
This course covers basic optical business management and
current eyecare trends and practices. Topics include profes-
sional ethics, inventory, accounting, personnel, insurance,
advertising, litigation, equipment, and future trends. Upon
completion, students should be able to apply basic princi-
ples of management to the optical business setting. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Clinical, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: OPH 130 or OPH 131.
Corequisite: None.
OPH 233 Advanced Optical Procedures
This course introduces special optical procedures. Topics
include advanced optical assessments and calculations.
Upon completion, students should be able to describe
appropriate patient care. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 2; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisites:
OPH 131, OPH 132, OPH 141, and OPH 142. Corequisite:
None.
OPH 243 Technical Proficiency
The course provides preparation for the N.C. State Board of
Opticians Examination. Emphasis is on topics relevant to
written portions of this examination. Upon completion,
students should be able to pass each part of a capstone
examination with a grade of 70 or better. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisites: Final semester of the program, and OPH 142,
OPH 233, and PHY 145. Corequisites: OPH 215 and OPH
262.
OPH 251 Optical Internship 1
This course provides practical experience under the direct
supervision of an opticianry instructor. Emphasis is on
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communication and dispensing skills. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate competence in all
course objectives. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 0;
Clinical, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisites: OPH
113, OPH 132, OPH 141, and OPH 142. Corequisite: None.
OPH 252 Optical Internship 11
This course provides continued practical experience under
the direct supervision of an Opticianry instructor. Emphasis
is on communication and dispensing skills. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in
all course objectives. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab,
0; Clinical, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisites: OPH
233 and OPH 251. Corequisite: None.
OPH 261 Contact Lenses I
This course introduces contact lens fitting. Emphasis is on
clinical applications, patient selection, design parameters,
instrumentation, and corneal physiology. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to describe basic patient
evaluation and fitting procedures for rigid and soft lenses,
recognize problems, and determine effective and appropri-
ate solutions. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3;
Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisites: OPH
121 and OPH 141. Corequisite: None.
OPH 262 Contact Lenses II
This course continues the study of contact lens fitting.
Emphasis is on advanced fitting design and techniques.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
the competence required for the National Contact Lens
Examination and the N.C. State Board of Opticians
Examination. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3;
Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: OPH
26l. Corequisite: None.
OPH 281 Optical Externship I
This course provides practical experience in assigned
businesses, with emphasis on observation and practical
application. Emphasis is on working conditions in different
production settings and on time demands. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to complete eyewear in a safe
and timely manner according to proper specifications and
in collaboration with other employees. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 0; Lab, 0; Clinical, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: Completion of appropriate Optical Laboratory
Mechanics certificate program courses. Corequisite: OPH
214.
OPH 282 Optical Externship I
This course provides practical experience in assigned
businesses, with emphasis on observation and practical
application. Emphasis is on working conditions in different
production settings and on time demands. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to complete eyewear in a
safe and timely manner to proper specifications and in
collaboration with other employees. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 0; Lab, 0; Clinical, 6; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisites: OPH 113, OPH 132, and OPH 142.
Corequisites: OPH 214 and OPH 251.
OPH 286 Optical Externship II
This course continues the practical experience provided in
OPH 281 or OPH 282. Emphasis is on customer relation
skills as well as on fitting and dispensing skills for glasses
and contact lenses. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate competence in all aspects of glasses
and contact lens dispensing. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 0; Lab, 0; Clinical, 6; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisites: OPH 233, OPH 26l, and OPH 281 or OPH
282. Corequisites: OPH 252 and OPH 262.
Office Systems Technology
OST131 Keyboarding
This course covers basic keyboarding skills. Emphasis is on
the touch system, correct techniques, and development of
speed and accuracy. Upon completion, students should be
able to key at acceptable speed and accuracy using the
touch system. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
OST132 Keyboard Skill Building
This course provides accuracy-building and speed-building
drills. Emphasis is on diagnostic tests to identify accuracy
and speed deficiencies followed by corrective drills. Upon
completion, students should be able to keyboard rhythmi-
cally with greater accuracy and speed. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisite: OST 131. Corequisite: None.
OST 134 Text Entry and Formatting
This course is designed to provide the skills needed to
increase speed, improve accuracy, and format documents.
Topics include letters, memos, tables, and business reports.
Upon completion, students should be able to produce mail-
able documents and key timed writings at speeds commen-
surate with employability. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: OST 131.
Corequisite: None.
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OST 135 Advanced Text Entry and Format
This course is designed to incorporate computer applica-
tion skills in the generation of office documents. Emphasis
is on the production of letters, manuscripts, business forms,
tabulation, legal documents, and newsletters. Upon com-
pletion, students should be able to make independent deci-
sions regarding planning, style, and method of presenta-
tion. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: OST 134. Corequisite: None.
OST 136 Word Processing
This course introduces word processing concepts and
applications. Topics include preparation of a variety of
documents and mastery of specialized software functions.
Upon completion, students should be able to work effec-
tively in a computerized word processing environment.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
OST 148 Medical Coding Billing and
Insurance
This course introduces CPT and ICD coding as they apply
to medical insurance and billing. Emphasis is on accuracy
in coding, forms preparation, and posting. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to describe the steps of the
total billing cycle and explain the importance of accuracy.
This course is a unique concentration requirement of the
Medical Office Systems Technology concentration in the
Office Systems Technology program. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
OST 149 Medical Legal Issues
This course introduces the complex legal, moral, and
ethical issues involved in providing health care services.
Emphasis is on the legal requirements of medical
practices; the relationship of physician, patient, and office
personnel; professional liabilities; and medical practice
liability. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate a working knowledge of current medical law
and accepted ethical behavior. This course is a unique
concentration requirement of the Medical Office Systems
Technology concentration in the Office Systems
Technology program. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab,
0; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
OST 164 Text Editing Applications
This course provides a comprehensive study of editing skills
needed in the workplace. Emphasis is on grammar, punc-
tuation, sentence structure, proofreading, and editing.
Upon completion, students should be able to use reference
Course
Descriptions
materials to compose and edit text. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisites:
ENG 111, OST 134, and OST 136. Corequisite: None.
OST 181 Introduction to Office Systems
This course introduces the skills and abilities needed in
today's office. Topics include effectively interacting with
co-workers and the public, processing simple financial and
informational documents, and performing functions typi-
cal in today's offices. Upon completion, students should be
able to display skills and decision-making abilities essen-
tial for functioning in the total office context. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: OCT 131. Corequisite: None.
OST 184 Records Management
This course includes the creation, maintenance, protection,
security, and disposition of records stored in a variety of
media forms. Topics include alphabetic, geographic,
subject, and numeric filing methods. Upon completion,
students should be able to set up and maintain a records
management system. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab,
2; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
OST 223 Machine Transcription I
This course covers the use of transcribing machines to
produce mailable documents. Emphasis is on appropriate
formatting, advanced text editing skills, and transcription
techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to
transcribe documents into mailable copy Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisites: OST 134, OST 136, and OST 164. Corequisite:
None.
OST 224 Machine Transcription II
This course provides advanced transcription skills.
Emphasis is on specialized transcription features. Upon
completion, students should be able to transcribe complex
business documents into mailable copy with minimal
assistance. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: OST 223.
Corequisite: None.
OST 233 Office Publications Design
This course provides entry-level skills in using software
with desktop publishing capabilities. Topics include princi-
ples of page layout, desktop publishing terminology and
applications, and legal and ethical considerations of
software use. Upon completion, students should be able to
design and produce professional business documents and
publications. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: OST 136.
Corequisite: None.
OST 236 Advanced Word/Information
Processing
This course develops proficiency in the utilization of
advanced word/information processing functions. Topics
include tables, graphics, macros, sorting, document assem-
bly, merging, and newspaper and brochure columns. Upon
completion, students should be able to produce a variety of
complex business documents. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: OST
135 or OST 136. Corequisite: None.
OST 241 Medical Office Transcription I
This course introduces machine transcription techniques
as applied to medical documents. Emphasis is on accurate
transcription, proofreading, and use of reference materials
as well as vocabulary building. Upon completion, students
should be able to prepare accurate and usable transcripts
of voice recordings in the covered specialties. This course is
a unique concentration requirement of the Medical Office
Systems Technology concentration in the Office Systems
Technology program. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab,
2; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: MED 121.
Corequisite: None.
OST 242 Medical Office Transcription II
This course continues building machine transcription
techniques as applied to medical documents. Emphasis is
on accurate transcription, proofreading, and use of refer-
ence materials as well as continued proofreading/editing
skills and vocabulary building. Upon completion, students
should be able to perform competently in preparing
accurate and usable transcripts of voice recordings in the
covered specialties. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab,
2; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: OST 241.
Corequisite: None.
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0ST243 Medical Office Simulation
This course introduces medical systems used to process
information in the automated office. Topics include tradi-
tional and electronic information resources, storing and
retrieving information, and the billing cycle. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to use the computer accurate-
ly to schedule, bill, update, and make corrections. This
course is a unique concentration requirement of the
Medical Office Systems Technology concentration in the
Office Systems Technology program. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisites: OST 131 or OST 148. Corequisite: None.
OST 284 Emerging Technologies
This course provides opportunities to explore emerging
technologies. Emphasis is on identifying, researching, and
presenting current technological topics for class considera-
tion and discussion. Upon completion, students should be
able to understand the importance of keeping abreast of
technological changes that affect the office professional.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
OST 286 Professional Development
This course covers the personal competencies and qualities
needed to project a professional image in the office. Topics
include interpersonal skills, healthy lifestyles, appearance,
attitude, personal and professional growth, multicultural
awareness, and professional etiquette. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate these attributes in
the classroom, office, and society. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
OST 289 Office Systems Management
This course provides a capstone course for the office profes-
sional. Topics include administrative office procedures,
imaging, communication techniques, ergonomics, and
equipment utilization. Upon completion, students should
be able to function proficiently in a changing office envi-
ronment. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: OST 134, OST 136, and OST
164. Corequisite: None.
Occupational Therapy
Assistant
OTA 110 Fundamentals ofOT
This course introduces occupational therapy theory, prac-
tices, philosophies, and principles. Emphasis is on provid-
ing a basic understanding of the profession as well as
beginning to develop interaction and observation skills.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
Course
Descriptions
basic understanding of occupational therapy practice
options, uniform terminology, activity analysis, principles,
process, philosophies, and frames of reference. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: Enrollment in the
Occupational Therapy Assistant program. Corequisite: BIO
168.
OTA 120 OT Media I
This course provides training in recognizing the therapeu-
tic value of and in using a wide variety of leisure, self-care,
and work activities. Topics include crafts, games, personal
care and work activities as well as teaching and learning
methods and styles. Upon completion, students should be
able to design, select, and complete/perform leisure,
self-care, and work activities that would be therapeutic for
designated client populations. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 1; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Occupational Therapy
Assistant program. Corequisite: OTA 1 10.
OTA 130 Assessment Skills
This course provides training in appropriate and accurate
assessment and intervention skills related to sensory, move-
ment, perceptual/cognitive, affective systems, and ALU
skills. Topics include kinesiology, body mechanics, sensory,
ROM, MMT, cognitive/perceptual, psychosocial, self-care,
and work-related assessments; treatment approaches; and
basics of group structure and dynamics. Upon completion,
students should be able to administer various assessment
tools and appropriate treatment approaches regarding sen-
sation, movement, perception/cognition, affect, self-care,
and work-related skills. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2;
Lab, 3; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite:
Enrollment in the Occupational Therapy Assistant pro-
gram. Corequisite: OTA 110.
OTA 140 Professional Skills 1
This course introduces the roles and responsibilities
of Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and
Occupational Therapists Registered in occupational
therapy practice and facilitates development of observation,
documentation, and therapeutic use of self skills. Topics
include Code of Ethics, roles and responsibilities, creden-
tialing and licensing, documentation, therapeutic use of
self and professional identity/behavior, supervisory
relationships, time management, and observation skills.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
ethical behavior; discriminate between role and responsi-
bilities of Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and
Occupational Therapists Registered; and participate in
acceptable supervision, documentation, and scheduling.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the
Occupational Therapy Assistant program. Corequisite: OTA
110.
OTA 150 Life Span Skills 1
This course is designed to use knowledge gained from PSY
241 as it applies to occupational therapy practice from
birth to adolescence. Topics include review of normal
growth and development, identification and discussion of
common disabilities and delays, assessment, treatment
planning, and intervention approaches used with these
populations. Upon completion, students should be able to
identify and use assessments, screenings, and interventions
for infants through adolescents for selected disabilities and
developmental delays in various settings. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 2; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Occupational Therapy
Assistant program. Corequisites: PSY 241 and OTA 170.
OTA 161 Fieldwork 1 - Placement 1
This course provides introductory-level clinical training"
opportunities. Emphasis is on observational and basic
interactional skills in a setting with a culturally diverse
client population. Upon completion, students should be
able to use observational and interactional skills to relate
effectively with clients under the guidance and direction of
fieldwork supervisors. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab,
0; Clinical, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisites: OTA
120 and OTA 140. Corequisite: OTA 130.
OTA 162 Fieldwork I - Placement 2
This course provides introductory-level clinical training
opportunities. Emphasis is on observational and basic
interactional skills in a setting with a culturally diverse
client population. Upon completion, students should be
able to use observational and interactional skills to relate
effectively with clients under the guidance and direction of
fieldwork supervisors. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab,
0; Clinical, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisites: OTA
120 and OTA 140. Corequisite: OTA 130.
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Course
OTA 163 Fieldwork I - Placement 3
OTA 250 Life Span Skills II
This course provides introductory-level clinical training
Descriptions
This course uses knowledge gained from PSY 241 as it
opportunities. Emphasis is on observational and basic
applies to occupational therapy practice from young adult-
interactional skills in a setting with a culturally diverse
hood through old age. Emphasis is on identification and
client population. Upon completion, students should be
discussion of common disabilities and chronic diseases,
able to use observational and interactional skills to relate
effectively with clients under the guidance and direction of
fieldwork supervisors. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab,
0; Clinical, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisites: OTA
120 and OTA 140. Corequisite: OTA 130.
OTA 164 Fieldwork I - Placement 4
This course provides introductory-level clinical training
opportunities. Emphasis is on observational and basic
interactional skills in a setting with a culturally diverse
client population. Upon completion, students should be
able to use observational and interactional skills to relate
effectively with clients under the guidance and direction of
fieldwork supervisors. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab,
0; Clinical, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisites: OTA
120 and OTA 140. Corequisite: OTA 130.
OTA 170 Physical Dysfunction
This course is designed to provide the knowledge and skills
needed for working with individuals experiencing varied
medical and physical conditions within their socioeco-
nomic and cultural environments. Topics include medical
terminology, common diagnoses, structures, and functions
that change with disease processes, assessment and
treatment priorities for specific problems and conditions,
treatment planning, and intervention. Upon completion,
students should be able to recognize common symptoms,
prioritize problems, and provide for patient safety and
infection control when planning and implementing
treatment. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 3;
Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: BIO 168.
Corequisite: OTA 130.
OTA 180 Psychosocial Dysfunction
This course uses theories and principles related to psycho-
logical/psychiatric health and illnesses as well as provides
training in assessing and treating symptoms of dysfunction
and therapeutic use of self and groups. Topics include
psychiatric illnesses, symptoms of dysfunction, assessment
and treatment of individuals, planning and facilitating
therapeutic groups, client safety, and psychosocial aspects
of practice. Upon completion, students should be able to
plan effectively and conduct individual and group treat-
ment for client conditions related to psychosocial dysfunc-
tion recognizing temporal, socioeconomic, and cultural
contexts. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 3; Clinical,
0; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: PSY 281.
Corequisite: OTA 130.
OTA 220 OT Media II
This course provides training in appropriate and accurate
assessment and intervention skills related to orthotics,
prosthetics, assistive devices, environmental controls, and
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) issues. Topics include
ergonomics and hand function, splint selection/fabrica-
tion, changes that improve access for persons with
disabilities, use of modalities in treatment, and computers
in occupational therapy intervention. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in
fabricating and monitoring orthotic devices, constructing
and modifying assistive devices, using ADA guidelines, and
using computers for therapeutic purposes. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 6; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisites: OTA 120 and OTA 130. Corequisite:
None.
OTA 240 Professional Skills II
This course builds upon and expands skills developed in
OTA 140 with emphasis on documentation, supervisory
relationships, involvement in the profession, and clinical
management skills. Topics include clarification of roles
and responsibilities, detailed examination of the superviso-
ry process, professional participation in organizations, and
the mechanics of assisting in clinic operations. Upon com-
pletion, students should be able to work effectively with a
supervisor, plan and implement a professional activity, and
perform routine clinic management tasks. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 1. Prerequisite: OTA 140. Corequisite: None.
OTA 245 Professional Skills III
This course provides preparation for Fieldwork II experi-
ences using skills and knowledge gained in OTA 140 and
OTA 240 to promote integration into the professional com-
munity. Topics include interview skills, resume production,
conflict resolution, professional presentations, participation
in research activities, and completion of all forms required
for Fieldwork II. Upon completion, students should be able
to complete independently employment-seeking activities
and provide in-service training. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 0; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: OTA 240. Corequisite: None.
assessments, planning and interventions used with these
populations, and activity programming. Upon completion,
students should be able to identify and use assessments,
interventions, and activities for adults with selected disabil-
ities and losses in various settings. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 2; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Occupational Therapy
Assistant program. Corequisites: PSY 241, OTA 170, and
OTA 180.
OTA 260 Fieldwork II - Placement 1
This course provides clinical experience under the direct
supervision of experienced Occupational Therapist
Registered or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant per-
sonnel working in various practice settings. Emphasis is on
final clinical preparation for entry-level practice in the pro-
fession. Upon completion, students should be able to meet
all critical competencies established by the curriculum and
the American Occupational Therapy Association guidelines
for entry-level practice. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0;
Lab, 0; Clinical, 18; Semester Hours Credit, 6. Prerequisite:
Successful completion of all required OTA curriculum
courses except OTA 26 1 and OTA 280. Corequisite: This
course must be completed within 18 months of the com-
pletion of all other OTA course work.
OTA 261 Fieldwork II - Placement 2
This course provides clinical experience under the direct
supervision of experienced Occupational Therapist
Registered or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant per-
sonnel working in various practice settings. Emphasis is on
final clinical preparation for entry-level practice in the pro-
fession. Upon completion, students should be able to meet
all critical competencies established by the curriculum and
the American Occupational Therapy Association guidelines
for entry-level practice. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0;
Lab, 0; Clinical, 18; Semester Hours Credit, 6. Prerequisite:
Successful completion of all required OTA curriculum
courses except OTA 260 and OTA 280. Corequisite: This
course must be completed within 18 months of the com-
pletion of all other OTA course work.
Ill
OTA 280 Professional Transitions
This course provides closure to the educational program
following Fieldwork II placements. Emphasis is on portfo-
lio development and presentation, program evaluation,
Fieldwork II experience analysis and synthesis, and final
preparation for the certification examination. Upon com-
pletion, students should be able to enter the occupational
therapy work force with supportive documentation demon-
strating progress toward meeting critical competencies set
forth by the curriculum. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0;
Lab, 2; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisite:
OTA 260 or OTA 26 1. Corequisite: Enrollment in either OTA
260 or OTA 261.
Phlebotomy
PBTIOO Phlebotomy Technology
This course provides instruction in the skills needed for the
proper collection of blood and other specimens used for
diagnostic testing. Emphasis is on ethics, legalities, med-
ical terminology, safety and universal precautions, health
care delivery systems, patient relations, anatomy and physi-
ology, and specimen collection. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate competence in the theoreti-
cal comprehension of phlebotomy techniques. This is a
certificate-level course. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 5;
Lab, 2; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 6. Prerequisite:
Enrollment in the Phlebotomy Technology program.
Corequisites: PBT 101 and PSY 118.
PBT 101 Phlebotomy Practicum
This course provides supervised experience in the perform-
ance of venipuncture and microcollection techniques in a
clinical facility. Emphasis is on patient interaction and
application of universal precautions, proper collection
techniques, special procedures, specimen handling, and
data management. Upon completion, students should be
able to perform safely the procedures necessary for speci-
men collections on patients in various health care settings.
This is a certificate-level course. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 0; Lab, 0; Clinical, 9; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Phlebotomy Technology
program. Corequisites: PBT 100 and PSY 118.
Physical Education
PEDlll Physical Fitness I
This course provides an individualized approach to physi-
cal fitness utilizing the five major components. Emphasis
is on the scientific basis for setting up and engaging in
personalized physical fitness programs. Upon completion,
students should be able to set up and implement an indi-
vidualized physical fitness program. This course has been
Course
Descriptions
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for transferability as apre-major and/or
elective course requirement. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 0; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
PED113 Aerobics I
This course introduces a program of cardiovascular fitness
involving continuous, rhythmic exercise. Emphasis is on
developing cardiovascular efficiency, strength, and flexibili-
ty as well as learning safety precautions. Upon completion,
students should be able to select and implement a rhyth-
mic aerobic exercise program. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for transferability as apre-major and/ or
elective course requirement. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 0; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
FED 114 Aerobics II
This course provides a continuation of a program of car-
diovascular fitness involving rhythmic exercise. Emphasis
is on a wide variety of aerobic activities which include
cardiovascular efficiency, strength, and flexibility. Upon
completion, students should be able to participate in and
design a rhythmic aerobic exercise routine. This course
has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: PED 113. Corequisite: None.
FED 121 Walk, Jog, Run
This course covers the basic concepts involved in safely and
effectively improving cardiovascular fitness. Emphasis is
on walking, jogging, or running as a means of achieving
fitness. Upon completion, students should be able to
understand and appreciate the benefits derived from these
activities. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferabili-
ty as apre-major and/or elective course requirement.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 3; Semester Hours
Credit, 1. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
PED 128 Golf - Beginning
This course emphasizes the fundamentals of golf. Topics
include the proper grips, stance, alignment, and swings for
the short and long game; putting; and the rules and eti-
quette of golf. Upon completion, students should be able to
perform the basic golf shots and demonstrate a knowledge
of the rules and the etiquette of golf. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or
elective course requirement. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 0; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
PED 130 Tennis - Beginning
This course emphasizes the fundamentals of tennis. Topics
include basic strokes, rules, etiquette, and court play. Upon
completion, students should be able to play recreational
tennis. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferabili-
ty as apre-major and/or elective course requirement.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 1. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
PED 139 Bowling - Beginning
This course introduces the fundamentals of bowling.
Emphasis is on ball selection, grips, stance, and delivery
along with rules and etiquette. Upon completion, students
should be able to participate in recreational bowling. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
PED 142 Lifetime Sports
This course is designed to give an overview of a variety of
sports activities. Emphasis is on the skills and rules to
participate in a variety of lifetime sports. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate an awareness of the
importance of participating in lifetime sports activities. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Class,0; Lab 2; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
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PED 143 Volleyball - Beginning
This course covers the fundamentals of volleyball.
Emphasis is on the basics of serving, passing, setting, spik-
ing, blocking, and the rules and etiquette of volleyball.
Upon completion, students should be able to participate in
recreational volleyball. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
transferability as apre-major and/or elective course
requirement. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
PED 145 Basketball - Beginning
This course covers the fundamentals of basketball.
Emphasis is on skills development, knowledge of the rules,
and basic game strategy. Upon completion, students should
be able to participate in recreational basketball. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hour Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2; Semester Hour Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
PED 148 Softball
This course introduces the fundamental skills and rules of
softball. Emphasis is on proper techniques and strategies
for playing softball. Upon completion, students should be
able to participate in recreational softball. This course has
been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for transferability as apre-major and/or
elective course requirement. Course Hour Per Week:
Class, 0; Lab, 2; Semester Hour Credit, 1. Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
PED 162 Angling
This couRe introduces the sport of angling. Emphasis is on
fishing with the use of artificial lures. Upon completion,
students should be able to cast and retrieve using baitcaster
and spinning reels as well as identify the various types of
artificial lures. Students also use fly rods and fish with live
bait. A North Carolina fishing license is required. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hour Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2; Semester Hour Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
PED 172 Outdoor Living
This course is designed to acquaint the beginning camper
with outdoor skills. Topics include camping techniques
such as cooking and preserving food, safety, and setting up
camp. Upon completion, students should be able to set up
camp sites in field experiences using proper procedures.
Students also learn backpacking techniques and how to
prepare for overnight backpacking trips. This course has
been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Course
Descriptions
Agreement for transferability as apre-major and/or
elective course requirement. CouRe Hour Per Week:
Class, 1; Lab, 2; Semester Hour Credit, 2. Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
PED 183 Folk Dancing
This course teaches the fundamental folk dance move-
ments along with cultural traditions from various
countries. Emphasis is on the history and traditions of the
folk dance as well as the movements and the dances
themselves. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate folk dances as well as knowledge of their
origins and cultural traditions. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for transferability as apre-major and/or
elective course requirement. CouRe Hour Per Week: Lab,
2. Semester Hour Credit, 1. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite:
None.
Philosophy
PHI 215 Philosophical Issues
This couRe introduces fundamental issues in philosophy
by considering the views of classical and contemporary
philosopheR. Emphasis is on knowledge and belief,
appearance and reality, determinism and free will, faith
and reason, and justice and inequality. Upon completion,
students should be able to identify, analyze, and critique
the philosophical components of an issue. This course has
been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for the general education core requirement
in humanities/fine arts. CouRe Hour Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 0; Semester Hour Credit, 3- Prerequisite: ENG 111.
Corequisite: None.
PHI 240 Introduction to Ethics
This couRe introduces theories about the nature and foun-
dations of moral judgments as well as applications to con-
temporary moral issues. Emphasis is on utilitarianism,
rule-based ethics, existentialism, relativism veRus objec-
tivism, and egoism. Upon completion, students should be
able to apply various ethical theories to individual moral
issues such as euthanasia, abortion, crime and punish-
ment, and justice. This course has been approved to satis-
fy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the
general education core requirement in humanities/fine
arts. CouRe Hour Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hour Credit, 3- Prerequisite: ENG 111. Corequisite: None.
Pharmacy
PHM 110 Introduction to Pharmacy
This couRe introduces pharmacy practice and the techni-
cian's role in a variety of pharmacy settings. Topics include
medical terminology and abbreviations, drug delivery
systems, law and ethics, prescription and medication
ordeR, and the health care system. Upon completion,
students should be able to explain the role of pharmacy
technicians, read and interpret drug ordeR, describe
quality assurance, and utilize pharmacy references. Course
Hour Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Clinical, 0; Semester
Hour Credit, 3- Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Pharmacy
Technology program. Corequisites: PHM 111 and PHM 115.
PHM 111 Pharmacy Practice I
This couRe provides instruction in the technical proce-
dures for preparing and dispensing drugs in the hospital
and retail settings under supervision of a registered
pharmacist. Topics include drug packaging and labeling,
out-patient dispensing, hospital dispensing procedures,
controlled substance procedures, inventory control, and
non-sterile compounding. Upon completion, students
should be able to perform basic supervised dispensing tech-
niques in a variety of pharmacy settings. CouRe Hour Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0; Semester Hour Credit, 4.
Prerequi-site: Enrollment in the Pharmacy Technology
program. Corequisites: PHM 110 and PHM 115.
PHM 112 Pharmacy Practice II
This course provides continued instruction in the technical
procedures for preparing and dispensing drugs in the
hospital setting under a pharmacist's supervision. Topics
include more detailed coverage of unit-dose dispensing,
ward stock systems, materials management, automated
dispensing, and quality assurance. Upon completion,
students should be able to perform all technical aspects of
hospital drug delivery systems. Course Hour Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0: Semester Hour Credit, 4.
Prerequisites: PHM 110, PHM 111, and PHM 115.
Corequisite: None.
PHM 115 Pharmacy Calculations
This course provides an introduction to the metric, avoir-
dupois, and apothecary systems of measurement and the
calculations used in pharmacy practice. Topics include
ratio and proportion, dosage determinations, percentage
preparations, reducing and enlarging formulas, dilution
and concentration, aliquots, specific gravity and density,
and flow rates. Upon completion, students should be able
to perform correctly the calculations required to prepare a
medication order properly. CouRe Hour Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 0; Clinical, 0; Semester Hour Credit, 3- Prerequisite:
Enrollment in the Pharmacy Technology program.
Corequisites: PHM 1 10 and PHM 1 1 1 or permission of the
program director.
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PHM 118 Sterile Products
This course provides an introduction to intravenous
admixture preparation and other sterile products, includ-
ing total parenteral nutrition and chemotherapy. Topics
include aseptic techniques; facilities, equipment, and sup-
plies utilized in admixture preparation; incompatibility
and stability; laminar flow hoods; immunizations and irri-
gation solutions; and quality assurance. Upon completion,
students should be able to describe and demonstrate the
steps involved in preparing intermittent and continuous
infusions, total parenteral nutrition, and chemotherapy.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisites: PHM 110, PHM
111, and PHM 115. Corequisite: None.
PHM 120 Pharmacology I
This course introduces the study of the properties, effects,
and therapeutic value of the primary agents in the major
drug categories. Topics include nutritional products, blood
modifiers, hormones, diuretics, cardiovascular agents,
respiratory drugs, and gastrointestinal agents. Upon com-
pletion, students should be able to place major drugs into
correct therapeutic categories and identify indications, side
effects, and trade and generic names. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Pharmacy Technology
program or permission of the program director.
Corequisite: None.
PHM 125 Pharmacology II
This course provides a continuation of the study of the
properties, effects, and therapeutic value of the primary
agents in the major drug categories. Topics include auto-
nomic and central nervous system agents, anti-inflamma-
tory agents, and anti-infective drugs. Upon completion,
students should be able to place major drugs into correct
therapeutic categories and identify indications, side effects,
and trade and generic names. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 0; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: PHM 120 or permission of the program
director. Corequisite: None.
PHM 138 Pharmacy Clinical
This course provides an opportunity to work in pharmacy
settings under a 'pharmacist's supervision. Emphasis is on
communicating effectively with personnel, developing
proper employee attitude, and dispensing medications.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
an understanding of pharmacy operations, utilize
references, dispense medications, prepare patient charges,
and operate computers efficiently. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 0; Lab, 0; Clinical, 24; Semester Hours Credit, 8.
Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Pharmacy Technology
program, PHM 112, PHM 118, and PHM 120. Corequisite:
Reference program plan of study.
Course
Descriptions
PHM 140 Trends in Pharmacy
This course covers the major issues, trends, and concepts in
contemporary pharmacy practice. Topics include profes-
sional ethics, continuing education, job placement, and
the latest developments in pharmacy technician practice.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a
basic knowledge of the topics discussed. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisites: PHM 112, PHM 118, and PHM 120.
Corequisite: Pharmacy Clinical as per program plan of
study (PHM 138).
Physical Science
PHS 121 Applied Physical Science I
This course introduces the general principles of physics
and chemistry. Topics include measurement, motion,
Newton's laws of motion, momentum, energy, work, power,
heat, thermodynamics, waves, sound, light, electricity,
magnetism, and chemical principles. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate an understanding
of the physical environment and be able to apply the scien-
tific principles to observations experienced. This course
includes concepts of chemistry and physics that apply to
dental materials; laboratory work reinforces the principles
discussed in lecture. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
transferability as apre-major and/or elective course
requirement. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2;
Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisites: MAT 060 and RED
080 or satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite:
None.
Physics
Initial student placement in developmental courses is
based on the college's placement testing policies and
procedures. Students should begin developmental
course work at the appropriate level indicated by the
college s placement test.
PHY 121 Applied Physics I
This algebra-based course introduces fundamental physi-
cal concepts as applied to industrial and service technology
fields. Topics include systems of units, problem-solving
methods, graphical analyses, vectors, motion, forces,
Newton's laws of motion, work, energy, power, momentum,
and properties of matter. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles
studied as applied in industrial and service fields.
Laboratory experiments and computer-based exercises
enhance and consolidate the basic principles of physics
as used in the industrial and service fields. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisites: MAT 060 and RED 090 or satisfactory score
on placement test. Corequisite: None.
PHY 125 Health Sciences Physics
This course introduces fundamental physical principles as
they apply to health technologies. Topics include motion,
force, work, power, simple machines, and other topics as
required by students' area of study. Upon completion, stu-
dents should be able to demonstrate an understanding of
the fundamental principles covered as they relate to practi-
cal applications in the health sciences. Laboratory experi-
ments and computer-based tutorials consolidate the basic
principles of physics as applied to health-related sciences.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 4. Prerequisites: MAT 070 and RED 090 or satisfac-
tory score on placement test. Corequisite: None.
PHY 131 Physics - Mechanics
This algebra/trigonometry-based course introduces funda-
mental physical concepts as applied to engineering tech-
nology fields. Topics include systems of units, problem-
solving methods, graphical anajysis, vectors, motion,
forces, Newton's laws of motion, work, energy, power,
momentum, and properties of matter. Upon completion,
students should be able to apply the principles studied to
applications in engineering technology fields. Laboratory
experiments and computer-based tutorials consolidate the
basic principles of physics that are used in the engineering
field. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisites: RED 090 or satisfactory score
on placement test and MAT 121. Corequisite: None.
PHY 145 Geometrical Optics
This course introduces waves, energy, thermal properties of
materials, and geometrical optics. Topics include thermal
expansion, calorimetry, electromagnetic waves, geometrical
optics, and other appropriate areas. Upon completion, stu-
dents should be able to demonstrate an understanding of
the concepts studied and relate them to practical applica-
tions. Laboratory experiments and computer-based tutori-
als consolidate the basic principles of geometrical optics as
applied to opticianry physics. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: OPH
142. Corequisite: None.
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PHY 151 College Physics I
This course uses algebra- and trigonometry-based mathe-
matical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that
describe the physical world. Topics include units and meas-
urement, vectors, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy,
power, momentum, fluid mechanics, and heat. Upon com-
pletion, students should be able to demonstrate an under-
standing of the principles involved and display analytical
problem-solving ability for the topics covered. Laboratory
experiments, along with some computer-based labs and
tutorials, consolidate the basic principles discussed in 1
ectures. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in natural sciences/mathe-
matics. Course Hours Per Week:, Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester
Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisites: RED 090 or satisfactory score
on placement test and MAT 172. Corequisite: None.
PHY 152 College Physics II
This course uses algebra- and trigonometry-based mathe-
matical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that
describe the physical world. Topics include electrostatic
forces, electric fields, electric potentials, direct-current cir-
cuits, magnetostatic forces, magnetic fields, electromagnet-
ic induction, alternating-current circuits, and light. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate an
understanding of the principles involved and display
analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered.
Laboratory experiments, along with some computer-based
labs and tutorials, consolidate the basic principles dis-
cussed in lectures. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
the general education core requirement in natural
sciences/mathematics. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: PHY 151.
Corequisite: None.
PHY 251 General Physics I
This course uses calculus-based mathematical models to
introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the phys-
ical world. Topics include units and measurement, vector
operations, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy, power,
momentum, rotational mechanics, periodic motion, fluid
mechanics, and heat. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles
involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for
the topics covered. Laboratory experiments, some of which
are computer-based, and computer-based tutorials enhance
and consolidate the basic principles discussed in the
theoretical section of the course. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for the general education core requirement
in natural sciences- mathematics. Course Hours Per
Course
Descriptions
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisites: RED 090 or satisfactory score on placement
test and MAT 271. Corequisite: MAT 272.
PHY 252 General Physics II
This course uses calculus-based mathematical models to
introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the phys-
ical world. Topics include electrostatic forces, electric fields,
electric potentials, direct-current circuits, magnetostatic
forces, magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, alter-
nating-current circuits, and light. Upon completion, stu-
dents should be able to demonstrate an understanding of
the principles involved and display analytical problem-
solving ability for the topics covered. Laboratory experi-
ments, some of which are computer-based, and computer-
based tutorials enhance and consolidate the basic princi-
ples discussecVin the theoretical section of the course. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for the general education core
requirement in natural sciences-mathematics. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisites: MAT 272 and PHY 251. Corequisite: None.
Political Science
POL 120 American Government
This course is a study of the origins, development, struc-
ture, and functions of American national government.
Topics include the constitutional framework; federalism;
the three branches of government, including the bureau-
cracy; civil rights and liberties; political participation and
behavior; and policy formation. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the
basic concepts and participatory processes of the American
political system. Basic concepts of state and local govern-
ment and their relationships with the federal government
are also examined. This course has been approved to sat-
isfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the
general education core requirement in social/behav-
ioral sciences. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED
080 or satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisites:
ENG 090 and RED 090 or satisfactory score on placement
test.
POL 220 International Relations
This course is a study of the effects of ideologies, trade,
armaments, and alliances on relations among nation-
states. Emphasis is on regional and global cwperation and
conflict, economic development, trade, non-governmental
organizations, and international institutions such as the
World Court and United Nations. Upon completion,
students should be able to identify and discuss major inter-
national relationships, institutions, and problems. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for the general education core
requirement in social/behavioral sciences. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab. 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisites: ENG 090 and RED 090 or satisfactory score
on placement test. Corequisite: None.
Psychology
PSY 110 Life Span Development
This course provides an introduction to the study of
human growth and development. Emphasis is on the
physical, cognitive, and psychosocial aspects of develop-
ment from conception to death. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate knowledge of development
across the life span and apply this knowledge to their
specific field of study. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab,
0; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 080 and
RED 080 or satisfactory score on placement test.
Corequisite: None.
PSY 118 Interpersonal Psychology
This course introduces the principles of psychology as they
relate to personal and professional development. Emphasis
is on personality traits, communication and leadership
styles, effective problem solving, and cultural diversity as
they apply to personal and work environments. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate an
understanding of these principles of psychology as they
apply to personal and professional development. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080 or satisfactory score
on placement test. Corequisite: None.
PSY 135 Group Processes
This course provides an examination of group dynamics
and structure. Topics include team-building, interpersonal
communication, leadership, decision making, and prob-
lem solving. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary for effec-
tive group participation. Course Hour Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisites: ENG 090,
090A, and RED 090 or satisfactory score on placement test.
Corequisite: None.
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PSY 150 General Psychology
This course provides an overview of the scientific study of
human behavior. Topics include history, methodology,
biopsychology, sensation, perception, learning, motivation,
cognition, abnormal behavior, personality theory, social
psychology, and other relevant topics. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge
of the science of psychology. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for the general education core requirement
in social/behavioral sciences. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisite: RED
090 or satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisite:
ENG 090 or satisfactory score on placement test.
PSY 237 Social Psychology
This course introduces the study of individual behavior
within social contexts. Topics include affiliation, attitude
formation and change, conformity, altruism, aggression,
attribution, interpersonal attraction, and group behavior.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
an understanding of the basic principles of social influ-
ences on behavior. Emphasis is on the application of prin-
ciples as they relate to contemporary social issues. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for the general education core
requirement in social/behavioral sciences. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisite: PSY 150 or SOC 210. Corequisite: None.
PSY 241 Developmental Psychology
This course is a study of human growth and development.
Emphasis is on major theories and perspectives as they
relate to the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial aspects of
development from conception to death. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of
development across the life span. Course work includes
projects which emphasize research. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for the general education core requirement
in social/behavioral sciences. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: PSY
150. Corequisite: None.
PSY 263 Educational Psychology
This course examines the application of psychological the-
ories and principles to the educational process and setting.
Topics include learning and cognitive theories, achieve-
ment motivation, teaching and learning styles, teacher and
learner roles, assessment, and developmental issues. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate an
understanding of the application of psychological theory to
educational practice. This course has been approved to
satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for
Course
Descriptions
transferability as apre-major and/or elective course
requirement. Course work includes projects. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisite: PSY 150. Corequisite: None.
PSY 281 Abnormal Psychology
This course provides an examination of the various psy-
chological disorders as well as theoretical, clinical, and
experimental perspectives of the study of psychopathology.
Emphasis is on terminology, classification, etiology, assess-
ment, and treatment of the major disorders. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to distinguish between nor-
mal and abnormal behavior patterns as well as demon-
strate knowledge of etiology, symptoms, and therapeutic
techniques. Course work includes projects. This course has
been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for the general education core requirement
in social/behavioral sciences. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: PSY
150. Corequisite: None.
Respiratory Care
RCP 110 Introduction to Respiratory Care
This course introduces the respiratory care profession.
Topics include the role of the respiratory care practitioner,
medical gas administration, basic patient assessment,
infection control, and medical terminology. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in
concepts and procedures through written and laboratory
evaluations. Introductory concepts in respiratory anatomy
and physiology are covered. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Respiratory Care program.
Corequisite: RCP 132.
RCP 111 Therapeutics/Diagnostics
This course is a continuation of RCP 1 10. Emphasis is on
entry-level therapeutic and diagnostic procedures used in
respiratory care. Upon completion, students should be able
to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures
through written and laboratory evaluations. Concepts in
respiratory pharmacology are covered. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 4; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 5.
Prerequisite: RCP 110. Corequisite: RCP 145.
RCP 112 Patient Management
This course provides entry-level skills in adult and pediatric
mechanical ventilation as well as respiratory care proce-
dures in traditional and alternative settings. Emphasis is
on therapeutic modalities and physiological effects of car-
diopulmonary rehabilitation, home care, mechanical ven-
tilation, and monitoring. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and
procedures through written and laboratory evaluations.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: RCP 111.
Corequisite: RCP 155.
RCP 115 C-P Pathophysiology
This course introduces the etiology, pathogenesis, and
physiology of cardiopulmonary diseases and disorders.
Emphasis is on clinical signs and symptoms along with
diagnoses, complications, prognoses, and management.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
competence in these concepts through written evaluations.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Clinical, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: BIO 168.
Corequisite: None.
RCP 132 RCP Clinical Practice I
This course provides entry-level clinical experience.
Emphasis is on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
clinical competence in required performance evaluations.
Topics include basic Cardiac Life Support, Universal
Precautions, patient assessment techniques, oxygen,
humidity, and aerosol delivery devices. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 0; Lab, 0; Clinical, 6; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Respiratory Care program.
Corequisite: RCP 110.
RCP 145 RCP Clinical Practice II
This course provides entry-level clinical experience.
Emphasis is on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
clinical competence in required performance evaluations.
Medicated aerosol administration, pulmonary clearance
mechanisms, and artificial airway maintenance are
emphasized. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 0;
Clinical, 15; Semester Hours Credit, 5. Prerequisite: RCP
110. Corequisite: RCP 111.
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RCP 155 RCP Clinical Practice III
This course provides entry-level clinical experience.
Emphasis is on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
clinical competence in required performance evaluations.
Equipment and techniques for intermittent, non-invasive,
and invasive mechanical ventilation are introduced.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 0; Clinical, 15;
Semester Hours Credit, 5. Prerequisite: RCP 111.
Corequisite: RCP 112.
RCP 210 Critical Care Concepts
This course provides further refinement of acute patient
care and underlying pathophysiology. Topics include a
continuation in the study of mechanical ventilation,
underlying pathophysiology, and introduction of critical
care monitoring. Upon completion, students should be able
to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures
through written and laboratory evaluations. This course
also covers knowledge and skills the student must have to
provide respiratory care for neonatal and pediatric patients.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 4. Prerequisite: Successful comple-
tion of three semesters of the Respiratory Care program.
Corequisite: RCP 235.
RCP 211 Advanced Monitoring/Procedures
This course includes advanced information gathering and
decision making for the respiratory care professional.
Topics include advanced cardiac monitoring and special
procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to
evaluate, design, and recommend appropriate care plans
through written and laboratory evaluations. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 4. Prerequisite: RCP 210. Corequisite: RCP 245.
RCP 215 Career Prep - Advanced Level
This course provides preparation for employment and for
the advanced-level practitioner credentialing exam.
Emphasis is on review of the NBRC Advanced-Level
Practitioner Exam as well as on supervision and manage-
ment. Upon completion, students should be able to com-
plete successfully the appropriate self-assessment examina-
tions and meet the requirements for employment. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 3; Clinical, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Respiratory
Care program. Corequisite: None.
RCP 235 RCP Clinical Practice W
This course provides advanced practitioner clinical experi-
ence. Emphasis is on therapeutic and diagnostic patient
care. Upon completion, students should be able to demon-
strate clinical competence in required performance evalua-
tions. Advanced concepts in adult mechanical ventilation
Course
Descriptions
as well as equipment and techniques for pediatric and
neonatal mechanical ventilation are introduced. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 0; Clinical, 15; Semester
Hours Credit, 5. Prerequisites: RCP 111 and RCP 112.
Corequisite: RCP 210.
RCP 245 RCP Clinical Practice V
This course provides advanced practitioner clinical experi-
ence. Emphasis is on therapeutic and diagnostic patient
care. Upon completion, students should be able to demon-
strate clinical competence in required performance evalua-
tions. Adult, pediatric, and neonatal critical care experi-
ences are continued; and invasive and noninvasive moni-
toring devices are discussed. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
0; Lab, 0; Clinical, 15; Semester Hours Credit, 5.
Prerequisite: RCP 210. Corequisite: RCP 211.
Real Estate Appraisal
REA 101 Introduction Real Estate
Appraisal R-l
This course introduces the. entire valuation process, with
specific coverage of residential neighborhood and property
analysis. Topics include basic real property law, concepts of
value and operation of real estate markets, mathematical
and statistical concepts, finance, and residential construc-
tion/design. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate adequate preparation for REA 102. This
course is required for the Real Estate Appraisal certificate.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
REA 102 Valuation Principles and
Practice R-2
This course introduces procedures used to develop an esti-
mate of value and introduces how the various principles of
value relate to the application of such procedures. Topics
include the sales comparison approach, site valuation,
sales comparison, the cost approach, the income approach,
and reconciliation. Upon completion, students should be
able to complete the Uniform Residential Appraisal Report
(URAR). This course is required for the Real Estate
Appraisal certificate. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab,
0; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: REA 101.
Corequisite: None.
REA 103 Applied Residential Property
Valuation R-3
This course covers the laws and standards practiced by
appraisers in the appraisal of residential 1-4 unit properties
and small farms. Topics include Financial Institutions
Reform and Recovery Enforcement Act (FIRREA), Uniform
Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), and
North Carolina statutes and rules. Upon completion, stu-
dents should be able to demonstrate eligibility to sit for the
N.C. Appraisal Board license trainee examination and to
enroll in REA 201. This course is required for the Real
Estate Appraisal certificate. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: REA 102.
Corequisite: None.
REA 201 Introduction Income Property
Appraisal G-l
This course introduces concepts and techniques used to
appraise real estate income properties. Topics include real
estate market analysis, property analysis and site valuation,
how to use financial calculators, present value, NOI, and
before-tax cash flow. Upon completion, students should be
able to estimate income property values using direct
capitalization and to sit for the N.C. Certified Residential
Appraiser examination. This course is required for the Real
Estate Appraisal certificate. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite: REA 103.
Corequisite: None.
REA 202 Advanced Income Capital
Procedures G-2
This course expands direct capitalization techniques and
introduces yield capitalization. Topics include yield rates,
discounted cash flow, financial leverage, and traditional
yield capitalization formulas. Upon completion, students
should be able to estimate the value of income-producing
property by using yield capitalization techniques. This
course is required for the Real Estate Appraisal certificate.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisite: REA 201. Corequisite: A financial
calculator is required for this course.
REA 203 Applied Income Property
Valuation G-3
This course covers the laws, rules, and standards pertaining
to the principles and practices applicable to the appraisal
of income properties. Topics include FIRREA, USPAP,
Uniform Commercial and Industrial Appraisal Report
(UCIAR) form, North Carolina statutes and rules, and case
studies. Upon completion, students should be able to pre-
pare a narrative report that conforms to the USPAP and sit
for the N.C. Certified General Appraisal examination. This
course is required for the Real Estate Appraisal certificate.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisite: REA 202. Corequisite: None.
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Reading
Initial student placement in developmental courses is
based on the college s placement testing policies and
procedures. Students should begin developmental
course work at the appropriate level indicated by the
college's placement test.
RED 070 Essential Reading Skills
This course is designed to strengthen reading skills.
Emphasis is on basic word attack skills, vocabulary, transi-
tional words, paragraph organization, basic comprehen-
sion skills, and learning strategies. Upon .completion,
students should be able to demonstrate competence in the
skills required for RED 080. Emphasis is also on demon-
strating successful academic skills and using current mate-
rials such as a newspaper. This course does not satisfy the
developmental reading prerequisite for ENG 111. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.
RED 080 Introduction to College Reading
This course introduces effective reading and inferential
thinking skills in preparation for RED 090. Emphasis is on
vocabulary, comprehension, and reading strategies. Upon
completion, students should be able to determine main
ideas and supporting details, recognize basic patterns of
organization, draw conclusions, and understand vocabu-
lary in context. Emphasis is also on demonstrating suc-
cessful academic behaviors and using diverse materials
such as periodicals. This course does not satisfy the devel-
opmental reading prerequisite for ENG 111. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: ENG 075 or RED 070. Corequisite: None.
RED 090 Improved College Reading
This course is designed to improve reading and critical
thinking skills. Topics include vocabulary enhancement;
extracting implied meaning; analyzing author's purpose,
tone, and style; and drawing conclusions and responding
to written material. Upon completion, students should be
able to comprehend and analyze college-level reading
material. Some sections may specialize in discipline-specif-
ic reading and academic success skills This course satisfies
the developmental reading prerequisite for ENG 111.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2; Semester Hours
Credit, 4. Prerequisite: RED 080 or ENG 085. Corequisite:
None.
RED 111 Critical Reading for College
This course is designed to enhance critical reading skills.
Topics include vocabulary enrichment; reading flexibility;
metacognitive strategies; and advanced comprehension
skills, including analysis and evaluation. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to demonstrate comprehen-
sion and analysis as well as respond effectively to material
Course
Descriptions
across disciplines. Some sections may be paired with other
courses. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: RED 090. Corequisite: None.
Religion
REL110 World Religions
This course introduces the world's major religious tradi-
tions. Topics include Primal religions, Hinduism,
Buddhism, Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to identify the origins, history,
beliefs, and practices of the religions studied. Major topics
include the role of women in the various religions, the
relationship between religion and science, and the involve-
ment of religion in world peace and in preservation of the
environment. This course has been approved to satisfy
the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the gener-
al education core requirement in humanities/fine arts.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3- Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080 or satisfac-
tory score on placement test. Corequisite: ENG 090 and
RED 090 or satisfactory score on placement test.
REL 211 Introduction to Old Testament
This course is a survey of the literature of the Hebrews with
readings from the law, prophets, and other writings.
Emphasis is on the use of literary, historical, archeological,
and cultural analysis. Upon completion, students should be
able to use the tools of critical analysis to read and under-
stand Old Testament literature. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement general education core requirement in
humanities/fine arts. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3;
Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisites: ENG 090
and RED 090. Corequisite: None.
Real Estate
RLS 1 12 Real Estate Fundamentals
This course provides basic instruction in real estate princi-
ples and practices. Topics include law, finance, brokerage,
closing, valuation, management, taxation, mathematics,
construction, land use, property insurance, and NC License
Law and Commission Rules. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate basic knowledge and skills
necessary for real estate sales. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 5; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 5. Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
RLS 113 Real Estate Mathematics
This course provides basic instruction in business mathe-
matics applicable to real estate situations. Topics include
area computations, percentage of profit/loss, bookkeeping
and accounting methods, appreciation and depreciation,
financial calculations and interest yields, property valua-
tion, insurance, taxes, and commissions. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in
applied real estate mathematics. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2. Prerequisite:
None. Corequisite: None.
RLS 114 Real Estate Brokerage
This course provides basic instruction in the various real
estate brokerage operations, including trust account
records and procedures. Topics include establishing a bro-
kerage firm, management concepts and practices, person-
nel and training, property management, advertising and
publicity, records and bookkeeping systems, and financial
operations. Upon completion, students should be able to
establish, operate, and manage a realty brokerage practice
in a manner which protects and serves the public interest.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisite: RLS 112 or current Real Estate
license. Corequisite: None.
RLS 1 15 Real Estate Finance
This course provides advanced instruction in financing real
estate transactions and real property valuation. Topics
include sources of mortgage funds, financing instruments,
mortgage types, loan underwriting, essential mathematics,
and property valuation. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate knowledge of real estate finance
necessary to serve as real estate brokers. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 2.
Prerequisite: RLS 1 12 or current Real Estate license.
Corequisite: None.
RLS 116 Real Estate Law
This course provides advanced instruction in legal aspects
of real estate brokerage. Topics include property ownership
and interests, brokerage relationships, agency law, con-
tracts, settlement statements, and N.C. License Law and
Commission Rules. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate knowledge of laws relating to real
estate brokerage necessary to serve as real estate brokers.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 2. Prerequisite: RLS 1 12 or current Real Estate
license. Corequisite: None.
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Sociology
SOC210 Introduction to Sociology
This course introduces the scientific study of human socie-
ty, culture, and social interactions. Topics include social-
ization, research methods, diversity and inequality, cooper-
ation and conflict, social change, social institutions, and
organizations. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate knowledge of sociological concepts as they
apply to the interplay among individuals, groups, and
societies. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in social/behavioral sci-
ences. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080 or
satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisites: ENG 090
and RED 090 or satisfactory score on placement test.
SOC 213 Sociology of the Family
This course covers the institution of the family and other
intimate relationships. Emphasis is on mate selection, gen-
der roles, sexuality, communication, power and conflict,
parenthood, diverse lifestyles, divorce and remarriage, and
economic issues. Upon completion, students should be able
to analyze the family as a social institution and the social
forces which influence its development and change. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for the general education core
requirement in social/behavioral sciences. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080 or satisfactory score
on placement test. Corequisites: ENG 090 and RED 090 or
satisfactory score on placement test.
SOC 215 Group Processes
This course introduces group processes and dynamics.
Emphasis is on small group experiences, roles and rela-
tionships within groups, communication, cooperation and
conflict resolution, and managing diversity within and
among groups. Upon completion, students should be able
to demonstrate the knowledge and skills essential to ana-
lyze group interaction and to work effectively in a group
context. This course has beett approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferabili-
ty asapre-major and/or elective course requirement.
Course Hour Per Week: Class, 3; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080 or satisfactory score
on placement test. Corequisites: ENG 090 and RED 090 or
satisfactory score on placement test.
Course
Descriptions
SOC 220 Social Problems
This course provides an in-depth study of current social
problems. Emphasis is on causes, consequences, and possi-
ble solutions to problems associated with families, schools,
workplaces, communities, and the environment. Upon
completion, students should be able to recognize, define,
analyze, and propose solutions to these problems. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for the general education core
requirement in social/behavioral sciences. Course Hours
Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3.
Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080 or satisfactory score
on placement test. Corequisites: ENG 090 and RED 090 or
satisfactory score on placement test.
SOC 225 Social Diversity
This course provides a comparison of diverse roles, inter-
ests, opportunities, contributions, and experiences in social
life. Topics include race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orienta-
tion, class, and religion. Upon completion, students should
be able to analyze how cultural and ethnic differences
evolve and how they affect personality development, values,
and tolerance. This course has been approved to satisfy
the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the gener-
al education core requirement in social/behavioral sci-
ences. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080 or
satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisites: ENG 090
and RED 090 or satisfactory score on placement test.
Spanish
SPA 111 Elementary Spanish I
This course introduces the fundamental elements of the
Spanish language within a cultural context. Emphasis is
on the development of basic listening, speaking, reading,
and writing skills. Upon completion, students should be
able to comprehend and respond with grammatical accu-
racy to spoken and written Spanish as well as demonstrate
cultural awareness. This course must be taken with the
accompanying lab. This course has been approved to sat-
isfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the
general education core requirement in humanities/fine
arts. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080 or
satisfactory score on placement test. Corequisites: SPA 181
and ENG 090 or satisfactory score on placement test.
SPA 112 Elementary Spanish II
This course is a continuation of SPA 1 1 1 and focuses on
the fundamental elements of the Spanish language within
a cultural context. Emphasis is on the progressive develop-
ment of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend
and respond with increasing proficiency to spoken and
written Spanish and should be able to demonstrate further
cultural awareness. This course must be taken with the
accompanying lab, This course has been approved to sat-
isfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the
general education core requirement in humanities/fine
arts. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester
Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080 or
satisfactory score on placement test and SPA 1 1 1.
Corequisites: SPA 182 and ENG 090 or satisfactory score on
placement test.
SPA 120 Spanish for the Workplace
This course offers applied Spanish for the workplace to
facilitate basic communication with people whose native
language is Spanish. Emphasis is on oral communication
and career-specific vocabulary that targets health, business,
and/or public service professions. Upon completion, stu-
dents should be able to communicate at a functional level
with native speakers and demonstrate cultural sensitivity.
Strong emphasis will be on the knowledge and understand-
ing of the Hispanic culture. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 080
and RED 080 or satisfactory score on placement test.
Corequisite: ENG 090 or satisfactory score on placement
test.
SPA 181 Spanish Labi
This course provides an opportunity to enhance acquisition
of the fundamental elements of the Spanish language.
Emphasis is on the progressive development of basic listen-
ing, speaking, reading, and writing skills through the use
of various supplementary learning media and materials.
Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend
and respond with grammatical accuracy to spoken and
written Spanish as well as demonstrate cultural awareness.
This course has been approved to satisfy the Compre-
hensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: SPA 111.
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SPA 182 Spanish Lab 2
This course provides an opportunity to enhance acquisition
of the fundamental elements of the Spanish language.
Emphasis is on the progressive development of basic listen-
ing, speaking, reading, and writing skills through the use
of various supplementary learning media and materials.
Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend
and respond with increasing proficiency to spoken and
written Spanish as well as demonstrate cultural awareness.
This course has been approved to satisfy the Compre-
hensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a
pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course
Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab, 2; Semester Hours Credit, 1.
Prerequisite: SPA 181. Corequisite: SPA 112.
SPA 211 Intermediate Spanish I
This course provides a review and expansion of the essen-
tial skills of the Spanish language. Emphasis is on the
study of authentic and representative literary and cultural
texts. Upon completion, students should be able to
communicate effectively, accurately, and creatively about
the past, present, and future. Listening comprehension is
reinforced with audiotapes outside the classroom. This
course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive
Articulation Agreement for the general education core
requirement in humanities/fine arts. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3-
Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080 or satisfactory score
on placement test and SPA 112. Corequisite: ENG 090 or
satisfactory score on placement test.
SPA 212 Intermediate Spanish II
This course provides a continuation of SPA 21 1. Emphasis
is on the continuing study of authentic and representative
literary and cultural texts. Upon completion, students
should be able to communicate spontaneously and
accurately with increasing complexity and sophistication.
Listening comprehension is reinforced with audiotapes out-
side of class. Ms course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for the general
education core requirement in humanities/fine arts.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours
Credit, 3. Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080 or satisfac-
tory score on placement test and SPA 211. Corequisite: ENG
090 or satisfactory score on placement test.
SPA 221 Spanish Conversation
This course provides an opportunity for intensive commu-
. notion in spoken Spanish. Emphasis is on vocabulary
acquisition and interactive communication through the
discussion of media materials and authentic texts. Upon
completion, students should be able to discuss selected
topics, express ideas and opinions clearly, and engage in
formal and informal conversations. Ms course has been
Course
Descriptions
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or
elective course requirement. Course Hours Per Week:
Class, 3; Lab, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisites:
ENG 080 and RED 080 or satisfactory score on placement
test and SPA 212 or permission of program director.
Corequisite: ENG 090 or satisfactory score on placement
test.
Surgical Technology
SUR 110 Introduction to Surgical
Technology
This course provides a comprehensive study of the opera-
tive environment; professional roles; moral, legal, ethical
responsibilities; and medical communications used in sur-
gical technology. Topics include historical development;
professional behaviors; medical terminology; interdepart-
mental, peer, and patient relationships; operating room
environment and safety; pharmacology; anesthesia; inci-
sion sites; and physiology of wound healing. Upon comple-
tion, students should be able to apply theoretical knowl-
edge of the course topics to the operative environment.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0; Clinical, 0;
Semester Hours Credit, 3- Prerequisite: Enrollment in the
Surgical Technology program. Corequisite: SUR 111.
SUR 111 Perioperative Patient Care
This course provides theoretical knowledge for the applica-
tion of essential operative skills during the perioperative
phase. Topics include surgical asepsis, sterilization and dis-
infection, and perioperative patient care. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate the principles and
practices of aseptic technique, sterile attire, basic care
preparation, and other relevant skills. Course Hours Per
Week: Class, 5; Lab, 6; Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 7.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Surgical Technology pro-
gram. Corequisite: SUR 1 10.
SUR 122 Surgical Procedures I
This course introduces a comprehensive study of proce-
dures in the following specialties: general gastrointestinal,
obstetrical/gynecology, urology, otorhinolaryngology, and
plastics/reconstructive. Emphasis is on related surgical
anatomy, pathology, and procedures to enhance theoretical
knowledge of patient care, instrumentation, supplies, and
equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to
correlate, integrate, and apply theoretical knowledge of the
course topics. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 5; Lab, 3;
Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 6. Prerequisites: SUR
110 and SUR 111. Corequisite: SUR 123.
567? 123 Surgical Clinical Practice I
This course provides clinical experience with a variety of
perioperative assignments to build upon skills learned in
SUR 111. Emphasis is on the scrub and circulating roles of
the surgical technologist, including aseptic technique and
basic case preparation for selected surgical procedures.
Upon completion, students should be able to prepare, assist
with, and dismantle basic surgical cases in both the scrub
and circulating roles. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 0; Lab,
0; Clinical, 21; Semester Hours Credit, 7. Prerequisites: SUR
110 and SUR 111. Corequisite: SUR 122.
SUR 134 Surgical Procedures II
This course introduces orthopedic, neurosurgical, peripher-
al vascular, thoracic, cardiovascular, and ophthalmology
surgical specialties. Emphasis is on related surgical anato-
my, pathology, and procedures thereby enhancing theoreti-
cal knowledge of patient care, instrumentation, supplies,
and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able
to correlate, integrate, and apply theoretical knowledge of
the course topics. Course Hours Per Week: Class, 5; Lab, 0;
Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 5. Prerequisite: SUR
123. Corequisites: SUR 135 and SUR 137.
SUR 135 Surgical Clinical Practice II
This course provides clinical experience with a variety of
perioperative assignments to build skills required for
complex perioperative patient care. Emphasis is on greater
technical skills, critical thinking, speed, efficiency, and
autonomy in the operative setting. Upon completion,
students should be able to function in the role of an entry-
level surgical technologist. Course Hours Per Week: Class,
0; Lab, 0; Clinical, 12; Semester Hours Credit, 4.
Prerequisite: SUR 123. Corequisites: SUR 134 and SUR 137.
SUR 137 Professional Success Preparation
This course provides job-seeking skills and an overview of
theoretical knowledgein preparation for certification.
Topics include test-taking strategies, resume preparation,
and interviewing techniques. Upon completion, students
should be able to prepare a resume', demonstrate appropri-
ate interview techniques, and identify strengths and weak-
nesses in preparation for certification. Class, 1; Lab, 0;
Clinical, 0; Semester Hours Credit, 1. Prerequisite: SUR
123. Corequisites: SUR 134 and SUR 135.
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Board of Trustees
Appointed by the Governor
Mr. C. Darrell DeLoatche
Mr. Byron K. Hawkins
Mrs. Barbara S. Moore
Mrs. Anne C. Barnes
Appointed by the County Commissioners
Mr. Jesse B. Anglin, Chair
Mr. William T.Coman
Mrs. Louise W. McCutcheon
Mr. Thomas J. White
Appointed by the Durham Public Schools Board
Mr. James I. Bolden
Mrs. Wanda J. Garrett, Esq.
Mr. Dennis B. Nicholson, AIA
Dr. Mary Ann Peter, Vice Chair
Student Trustee
Ms. April T. Layne
Administrative Staff
Phail Wynn, Jr., BA, M.Ed, M.BA, Ed.D.
President
Angela C. Baker, AAS.
Executive Secretary/Administrative Assistant
(interim)
Barbara A. Baker, A.A., BA, M.S.L.S.
Vice President, Administrative & Support Services/
Dean, Student Services
Dorothy Brower Brokaw, BA
Assistant to the President/Resource Development
Officer/Affirmative Action Officer
Cynthia D. Carter, B.S., M.BA
Business Manager, Chief Financial Officer
Clifford P Harbour, BA, MA, J.D., Ed.D.
Dean, Academic Programs/Associate Dean &
Department Head, Public Services Technologies
Patricia A. Hemingway, BA, MA
Director, Human Resources
William G. Ingram, BA, M.S., Ed.D.
Senior Vice President/Chief Instructional Officer
Mary "Lou" Rollins, B.S.
Executive Assistant to the President/Executive
Director, Durham Technical Community College
Foundation, Inc/Director, Resource
Development
Wanda S. Winslow, BA, BA, MA
Special Assistant to the President/Director, Marketing
& Communications
Trustees &
College Personnel
INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES
Department Heads & Program
Directors
Catherine Elise Barrett, B.S., MA
Program Director/Instructor, Teacher Associate; Public
Services Technologies
Sharon M. Becker, AAS., B.S.
Program Director, Health Extension; Health Technologies
Raymond J. Bernard, BA, M.Ed.
Program Director, English as a Second Language
William M. Bilbrey, AA, B.S., M.Ed.
Program Director, Architectural Technology; Industrial &
Engineering Technologies
IleneL.Britt,BA,MA
Program Director, Early Childhood Associate; Public
Services Technologies
John R. Bubar, AAS, BA, M.BA
Program Director, Surgical Technology; Health
Technologies
Joan S. Carter, BA., M.S.
Discipline Chair (interim)/Instructor, Biology; Arts,
Sciences, & University Transfer
Patrick Coin, B.S, Ph.D.
Program Director, Environment, Health, & Safety
Technology; Public Services Technologies
Michael M. Conley, B.S.
Assistant Dean & Department Head, Adult Education &
Basic Skills
Gordon F. Copeland, AAS, B.S, M.Ed.
Associate Dean & Department Head, Corporate Education;
Program Director, New Industry & Focused Industrial
Training
Mary Marsha Cupitt, BA, MA
Program Director, Associate in Science, Discipline Co-
Chair (interim)/Instructor, Mathematics; Arts,
Sciences, & University Transfer
Charlene B. Daye, B.S, M.S.
Associate Dean & Department Head, Business
Technologies; Program Director, Office Systems,
Health Information Technology, & Accounting
Gloria C. Drew, BA, MA
Program Director, Community Service Programs;
Corporate Education
Wayne E. Durkee, BA, MA
Assistant to the Department Head for Extension Programs;
Public Services Technologies
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Randall J. Egsegian, B.S.
Assistant to the Department Head for Credit
Programs/Program Director/Instructor Fire
Protection Technology; Public Services Technologies
Thomas W Fore, B.S.
Program Director, Electrical/Electronics Technology;
Industrial & Engineering Technologies
Maria Fraser-Molina, BA, MAT, Ph.D.
Dean & Department Head, Arts, Sciences, & University
Transfer
Wayne C. George, I AM. Certified Journeyman Machinist
Program Director, Machining Technology; Industrial &
Engineering Technologies
Pamela R. Gladson, B.S.
Program Director, Computer-Based Training; Corporate
Education
Penny K.Gluck,B.S, M.S.
Special Assistant for Workforce Development, Program
Director/Human Resources Development;
Instructional Services
Mary Anne F. Grabarek, B A, MAT.
Dean, Off-Campus & Special Programs/Director, Center for
Teaching & Learning
William H. Gulley B.S.
Program Director, Small Business Center
JohnK. Hill, BAJ.D.
Program Director, Paralegal Technology; Public Services
Technologies
Sue E.Jackson, BA, MA
Program Director, Corporate Education
Donald R. Kritsch, BA, MA, C.L.T, S.MAS.C.R
Dean & Department Head, Health Technologies; Program
Director, Pharmacy Technology
Terry C. Lowrance, B.S, MA
Program Director, Business Administration & Real Estate
Betty A. Lyons, B.S.
Program Director, Adult Basic Education; Adult Education
& Basic Skills
Richard D. Miller, AAS, B.S, Ph.D, R.R.T
Program Director/Instructor, Respiratory Care; Health
Technologies
Gregory J. Mimmack, B.S.
Program Director/Instructor, Electronics Engineering
Technology/Electronic Servicing; Industrial &
Engineering Technologies
Beatrice A Muhammad, B.S.
Program Director, Adult High School & General
Educational Development; Adult Education & Basic
Skills
Melissa Oakley Ockert, BA, M.S.
Program Director/Instructor, Clinical Trials Research
Associate; Health Technologies
Michael T. Patrick, AA, AAS., C.D.T.
Program Director, Dental Laboratory Technology; Health
Technologies
Russell 0. Pratt, BA, MA
Associate Dean & Department Head; Industrial &
Engineering Technologies
David H. Ronco, BA
Program Director, Automotive Systems Technology;
Industrial & Engineering Technologies
Celia A. Rowland, B.S..M.PA
Program Director/Instructor, Developmental Studies; Off -
Campus & Special Programs
Douglas A. Scott, AAS., B A
Program Director, Criminal Justice; Public Services
Technologies
Gene M. Sharpe, B.S.
Program Director, Construction Trades; Industrial &
Engineering Technologies
Margaret L. Skulnik, B.S, M.S., R.N.
Director, Nurse Education/Program Director/Instructor,
Associate Degree Nursing; Health Technologies
TeepaL Snow, B.S, M.S., O.T.R.
Program Director, Occupational Therapy Assistant; Health
Technologies
James S. Steinberg, BA.J.D.
Program Director/Instructor, Basic Law Enforcement
Training; Public Services Technologies
Bonnie V. Stone, BA, MA
Associate Dean & Department Head, Educational
Resources
Ellen D. Stoner, BA, M.A.
Program Director, Opticianry; Health Technologies
Charlene C. West, AA, B.S, MJEd.
Program Director, Information Systems; Business
Technologies
Sherry B. Wilson, B.S.N, M.S.N.
Program Director/Instructor, Practical Nursing; Health
Technologies
Faculty and Staff
AebeyoK.Abraha,B.S„M.S.
Science Instructor, Adult High School; Adult Education &
Basic Skills
Leigh Anne Allans
Secretary, Adult Education & Basic Skills
George D. Allen
Facilities Technician, Facility Services
Charles T. Anderson
Shipping/Receiving Clerk, Facility Services
Penelope W. Augustine, BA, M.Ed, Ph.D.
Advising Coordinator, Educational Resources
Trustees &
College Personnel
J. Ellen Austin, BA, MA, Ed.D.
Director, Admissions & Testing; Admissions & Registration
Helen C. Ayres, B.S.N, M.S.N., M.BA, R.N.
Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing; Health Technologies
RobbiW.Badgett,AAS.
Accounting Systems Technician, Accounting & Payroll
Services
Dora P. Bailey, AAS, AAS.
Instructor, Office Systems Technologies; Business
Technologies
Sumana G. Banerjee, B.S, M.S, Ph.D.
Instructor, Biology; Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
Gwen L. Barclay-Toy, BA, MA, M.Ed.
Instructor, Developmental English; Off-Campus & Special
Programs
Lottie K. Barnes
Assistant Mail Courier, Facility Services
David E. Barringer, AA, B.S.
Instructor, Architectural Technology; Industrial &
Engineering Technologies
AngelineM. Battle, B.S.N, R.N.
Instructor, Practical Nursing; Health Technologies
Emilie A Beglane, AAS, B.S, C.Ph.T
Instructor, Pharmacy Technology; Health Technologies
Sankey L. Blanton, M.S.
Instructor, Mathematics-NDC; Arts, Sciences, & University .
Transfer
Roger D.Bond, B.S.
Instructor/Coordinator, Physical Education; Arts, Sciences,
& University Transfer
Jean W Boyd, BA
Coordinator, Child Development Associate/Instructor, Early
Childhood Associate; Public Services Technologies
Vernon L. Bridges II, B.S, M.S.
Instructor, Developmental Mathematics; Off-Campus &
Special Programs
Joan F. Brown, B.S, M.Ed.
Instructor, Office Systems Technology; Business
Technologies
RitaM.Buhr,B.S,MA
Instructor, English; Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
Harry T. Bulbrook, B.S.
Instructor-Networking, Information Systems; Business
Technologies
Kay B.Burruss, B.S, M.Ed.
Director, Financial Aid; Admissions & Registration
John M. Butkowsky
Graphics Assistant, Marketing & Communications
Andrew L. Buyce, MA.
Instructor, English; Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
Samuel A Calderone, B.S, AAR.T, R.R.T.
Clinical Coordinator & Instructor, Respiratory Care; Health,
Technologies
C. Alberto Camacho, AAS, C.D.T.
Instructor, Dental Laboratory Technology; Health
Technologies
Hugo F. Castillo, Ph.D, MA.
Instructor, Spanish; Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
Susan L. Cheng, B.S, M.S.
Instructor, Occupational Therapy Assistant; Health
Technologies
Michael D. Cheatham
Network Administrator, Information Technology Services
Crystal W Clark, AA.
Advising Assistant, Educational Resources
Brenda Cleary, Certificate, Secretarial Science
Departmental Secretary, Arts, Sciences, & University
Transfer
Diane R. Clinton, B.S.N, M.S.N, R.N.
Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing; Health Technologies
Joseph W Cole, Ph.D.
Instructor, Humanities; Arts, Sciences, & University
Transfer
Horace B. Collins, A.G.E,AAS.
Instructor, Opticianry; Health Technologies
Gail M. Cook, B.S.N, M.Ed.
Clinical Coordinator & Instructor, Associate Degree
Nursing; Health Technologies
Sarah L. Cooley, BA
Director, Orange County Centers; Off-Campus & Special
Programs
Victoria H.Crill, B.S.N, M.S.N, R.N.
Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing; Health Technologies
Perry C. Cumbie, BA, M.Div, MA
Instructor, English; Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
Marcia H. Daniell, BA, MA
Discipline Chair (interim)/Instructor, English; Arts,
Sciences, & University Transfer
A Barry Dark, AAS.
Instructor, Opticianry; Health Technologies
Michaela Davidai, AAS, BA, C.P.S.
Departmental Secretary, Health Technologies
Cynthia B. Davis
Receptionist, Corporate Education
Charles A. Dean, Ed.D.
Coordinator/Instructor, Nursing Assistant; Health
Technologies
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Nanette M. Dernar, BA, MA
Counselor/Retention Specialist, Counseling & Student
Development
Mamadou S. Diallo, M.S.
Instructor, Mathematics, Campus teaming Center;
Educational Resources
LelandA.Dixon
Security Coordinator, Facility Services
Susan M. Doody, BA, M.Ed.
Instructor, Developmental English; Off-Campus & Special
Programs
James T. Done, AAS..AAS.
Director, Facility Services
Jean W. Draper
Accounts Payable Technician, General Accounting
DuaneA.Dreyer,B.S,Ph.D.
Instructor, Biology; Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
Felix M. Drye, BA
Evening Shift Security Supervisor, Facility Services
Denise S. Duncan
Recruiter, Marketing & Communications
Roylee V. Duvall
Instructor, Computer-Based Training; Corporate Education
Christa L. Eaves, B A
Recruiter, Marketing & Communications
Bette L. Edgerton, L.P.N., B.S.N., R.N.
Instructor, Practical Nursing; Health Technologies
Dorothea D.EleyAA
Secretary/Receptionist, Small Business Center
Zenobia Ellis
Testing Assistant, Admissions & Registration
Ann C. Faircloth
Director, Auxiliary Services
Helen T. Featherson, B.S.
Director, Retired & Senior Volunteer Program; Marketing
& Communications
Michael K. Fire, A.D.N, B.S.N, M.S.N,
M.P.H, MA, Ph.D, R.N.
Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing; Health Technologies
Lillie A. Forbes, B.S.
Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing; Health Technologies
Elliot H. Gaffer, BA, MAT.
Instructor, Spanish; Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
Diana C. Garrett, AAS, B.S.
Coordinator, Science Labs; Arts, Sciences, & University
Transfer
Katherine M. Geiser-Bush
Instructor-Chemistry; Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
Janice B. Gentry, AAS.
Coordinator, Contractual Services; Business Office
Trustees &
College Personnel
Ricky A. Glasgow, AAS,C.D.T.
Instructor, Dental Laboratory Technology; Health
Technologies
Richard L. Godfrey, B.S.
Coordinator, Media Services; Educational Resources
Constanza Gomez-Joines, MA
Instructor, Spanish/French; Arts, Sciences, & University
Transfer
Lettie Robinson Goode, B.S.
Accounting Technician/Cashier, General Accounting
Thomas E. Gould, BA, MA, Ph.D.
Instructor, English; Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
Philip B. Gowins, B.S.
Instructor, Mathematics; Adult Education
Linda M. Green, BA
Instructor-Programming, Information Systems; Business
Technologies
Joe Anne Griffith, B.S, R.Ph.
Clinical Coordinator & Instructor, Pharmacy Technology;
Health Technologies
Hyacinth E. Harding, BA
Accounts Receivable Technician, General Accounting
Donald E. Harris, C.PR, C.D.T, BA
Instructor, Dental Laboratory Technology; Health
Technologies
Yavette R. Harris
Student Records Assistant, Admissions, Registration, &
Financial Aid
Joan LHauser, B.S, Ph.D.
Instructor, Biology/Chemistry; Arts, Sciences, & University
Transfer
Cherry D. Hudson
Departmental Secretary, Industrial & Engineering
Technologies
E.Charles Hunt, B.S.C.
General Accounting Director
Sylvia A. Hunt, AAS.
Admissions Assistant, Admissions & Registration
JohnA.Hurlburt,B.S.
Instructor-Applications, Information Systems; Business
Technologies
Hussein Islami, B.S, MA
Instructor, Developmental Mathematics; Off-Campus &
Special Programs
D. Thomas Jaynes, BA, M.S.Ed.
Assistant Dean, Counseling & Student Development
OUieC.Jeffers,AAS.
Departmental Secretary, Public Services Technologies
Polly R.Johnson
Central Supply Clerk/Communications Technician,
Auxiliary Services
Wesley E. Johnson, B.S.
Instructor, Day Reporting Center; Adult Education & Basic
Skills
Willie Mae Johnson
Secretary, Adult Education & Basic Skills
PatriciaC.Jones,B.S,MA
Associate Dean; Admissions, Registration, & Financial Aid
Claudia E.Joyner.AAS.
Executive Secretary/Office Manager, Instmctional Services
Jo Ann Judkins-Mason, AAS, B.S.
Admissions Officer, Admissions & Registration
Agnetta K. Kamugisha, AAS, B.S.
Systems Administrator/Operator, Information Technology
Services
CamiS. KinahanJ.D.
Coordinator, Web-Based Instructional Resources/
Instructor, Paralegal Technology; Public Services
Technologies
Christine Kelly Kleese, B.S, MAT.
Center Director/Instaictor, Campus Learning Center;
Educational Resources
Lijen "Jane" Ko, M.S., Ph.D.
Instructor-Programming, Information Systems; Business
Technologies
Marion J. Lamberth
Departmental Secretary, Off-Campus & Special Programs
Megan H. Lascallette, AAS.
PC Technician, Information Technology Services
Irene H. Laube, BA, M.S.L.S.
Director, Library Services; Educational Resources
Jeanne A. Lauber, M.L.S.
Reference Librarian, Library Services; Educational
Resources
Melissa J. Lennon, AAS.
Departmental Secretary, Business Technologies
Lee E. Little
Housekeeping Supervisor, Facility Services
Alan D. Magid, B.S, M.S., Ph.D.
Instructor, Biology; Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
Deborah H. Maloney, AAS.
Financial Aid Assistant, Admissions & Registration
Carol L Marcus, B.S, M.S.
Clinical Coordinator & Instructor. Occupational Therapy
Assistant; Health Technologies
John R. Martin, BA, MA, Ph.D.
Instructor, History; Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
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Anna R. Mason, Secretarial Diploma
Assistant to Auxiliary Services Director, Auxiliary Services
RosalleneJ. Massey, AAS.
Programmer/Analyst, Information Technology Services
Ralph D. Matthews, AAS., BA, MA
Assistant Director, Facility Services
Ruth W.Matthews, AAS.
Director, Accounting & Payroll Services
Amanda S. McBride, BA, M.Ed.
Instructor, English; Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
Beverly S. McComb, AAS., AAS., B.S.
Director, Information Technology Services
Jerry S. McDaniel, BA, B.D, M.Ed.
Admissions Counselor, Admissions & Registration
Theodore R. McLaurin.Jr, BA
Instructor, Adult Basic Education; Adult Education & Basic
Skills
Karen E. McPhaul, B.S., M.Ed.
Director, Instructional Computing; Educational Resources
Vernon M. McQueary
Manager/Technician, Instructional Computer Labs;
Educational Resources
Linda A. Meisenbach, MA
Adult High School Student Development Specialist, Adult
Education & Basic Skills
Ronald L. Merritt, B.S., M.S.
Instructor, Mathematics; Arts, Sciences, & University
Transfer
DarylJ. Mitchell
Recruiter, Marketing & Communications
DollieLMoser,AAS.
Student Records Assistant, Admissions & Registration
Elizabeth P Mullen, BA, MA, Ph.D.
Instructor, Humanities & Anthropology/Coordinator-
Humanities; Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
L. Cameron Murray, B.S.
Financial Aid Officer, Admissions & Registration
Thomas J. Mustillo, BA, M.S.
Coordinator, Evaluation & Research Services
Paul D. Nagy, B.S, M.PA, Ph.D.
Director, Institutional Research & Planning; Evaluation &
Research Services
Catherine R Nelson, AIM, B.SW, MSR, RN.-C.
Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing; Health Technologies
Margaret G. Newhouse, BA, MA
Admissions Officer & International Student Advisor,
Admissions & Registration
Vickie A. Newsome, BA, MA
Instructor, Psychology/Sociology; Arts, Sciences, &
University Transfer
Clara B. Nichols, AAS.
Departmental Secretary, Facility Services
Trustees &
College Personnel
Susan Osgood, B.S.N.
Instructor, Practical Nursing; Health Technologies
A. R. "Susie" Page
Special Assistant for Administrative Services, Business
Office
Ida R. Page, BA, MA
Instructor, English; Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
James L. Painter, AAS., B.S, M.Ed.
Instructor, Electronics Engineering Technology; Industrial
& Engineering Technologies
Mary Jo Parker, AAS.
Departmental Secretary/Office Manager, Adult Education
& Basic Skills
Andrea M. Parrish, AAS.
Instructor-Networking, Information Systems; Business
Technologies
Barbara W. Patterson, Secretarial Diploma
Registration/Records Assistant, Admissions & Registration
Gerald J. Peace
Housekeeper, Facility Services
Marie G. Phelps
Publications & Administrative Assistant, Marketing &
Communications
Therese M. Philipp, M.S.
Instructor, Mathematics; Arts, Sciences, & University
Transfer
Catherine S. Portaro, B.S, MAEd, C.RA.
Instructor, Accounting; Business Technologies
Robert L. Potter, AAS, AA, B.S, J.D.
Instructor, Business Administration & Paralegal
Technology
Wendy M. Ramseur, M.L.S.
Librarian, Public Services; Educational Resources
Dorothy J. Rascoe, AAS., AAS, AAS., BA
Veterans Affairs Officer, Admissions & Registration
Robert N. Reaves, AAS, B.S.Ed.
Instructor, Electronics Engineering Technology; Industrial
& Engineering Technologies
JeweliteReid,AAS,A.G.E.
Testing/Records Assistant, Admissions & Registration
Jimmy C. Roberts, AAS.
Photographer & Production Assistant, Marketing &
Communications
Jimmy E. Rogers
Maintenance Technician/Plumber, Facility Services
Joe L. Rogers
Groundskeeper, Facility Services
Paula J. Rubio, BA, M.S., EDs
Counselor, Disability Services; Counseling & Student
Development
Judith A Ruggiero, AAS, B.S.
Instructor, Respiratory Care; Health Technologies
Thomas F.Russo.BA, M.Ed.
Coordinator, Career Services; Counseling & Student
Development
Abdur R. Salaam, Certified Journeyman Electrician
Maintenance Technician/Electrician, Facility Services
Leslie J. Savage, BA, M.PA
Instructor, Accounting; Business Technologies
James R. Scanlan, B.S, M.S.
Instructor, Mathematics; Arts, Sciences, & University
Transfer
Michael A Seda, B.S, C.RA, M.BA, Ph.D.
Instructor, Accounting; Business Technologies
BillieVSessoms,BA, C.N.I.
Instructor-Networking, Information Systems; Business
Technologies
Santosh Shonek, M.L.S.
Librarian, Northern Durham Center; Educational
Resources
Charles A Slappy.BA, MA.
Instructor, Sociology; Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
Marilyn B. Slaughter, B.S.
Secretary, Administrative & Support Services
DaleS. Smith, AD.N,B.S.N.
Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing; Health Technologies
Harry W.Smith, II, AB,BA
Computer Software Instructor/Technician, Orange County
Centers
Christopher R. Snow
Mail Services Technician/Courier, Facility Services
Lee Ann Spahr, B.S, M.Ed.
Discipline Co-Chair (interim)/Instructor, Mathematics;
Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
Phyllis J. Spray, B.S, M.S.
Director, Northern Durham Center/Program Director,
Computer Training Partnerships/Off-Campus &
Special Programs/Instructor, Developmental Studies
Alma S. Squires, Secretarial Diploma
Registration/Records Assistant, Admissions & Registration
Roy W Stallingsjr, Machinist Diploma
Instructor, Machining Technology; Industrial &
Engineering Technologies
Michelle Stanek, Nursing Licensure
Field Coordinator/Instructor, Clinical Trials Research
Associate; Health Technologies
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Shirley D. Strum
Transcript Clerk, Admissions & Registration
Janice R. Stuart, BA, M.Ed.
Instructor, English; Adult Education
ZelphiaS. Sullivan, BA, M.Ed.
Assistant for Special Projects/Program Director, Workplace
Literacy; Adult Education & Basic Skills
Michael A. Szczerbiak, AAS.
Instructor, Opticianry; Health Technologies
AnantG.Tambe,B.S.,MA
Instructor, Physics; Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
Clarence Taylor, Jr., Electrical/Electronics Tech. Diploma
Heating & Air Conditioning Technician, Facility Services
Ward Taylor III, Automotive Diploma
Instructor, Automotive Systems Technology; Industrial &
Engineering Technologies
JuliaA.Teasley,B.S.
Director, Scheduling & Student Records Management;
Admissions & Registration
Johnathan M. Thacker
Network Technician, Information Technology Services
Carolyn D. Thomas
Instructional Services Secretary, Instructional Services
Helen D. Thompson, BA, M.Ed.
Associate Dean, Curriculum Development; Instructional
Services
Jeannete E. Thompson, AA
Secretary, Human Resources/Retired & Senior Volunteer
Program
LeeD.Toomer,AAS,A.G.E.
Security Supervisor, Northern Durham Center, Facilities
Services/Program Assistant, Basic Law Enforcement
Training
AndrieaL.Troy,B.S.N.
Instructor, Practical Nursing; Health Technologies
KamalaLUzzell,BA
Instructor, Human Resources Development; Adult
Education & Basic Skills
Jesse L Uzzell, B.S., MA
Director, Evening & Weekend College/Coordinator, EMS
Extension
Richard I. Vaughanjr, B.S., M.BA
Instructor, Business Administration; Business Technologies
GinaK. Wagner, AAS.
Payroll Accounting Technician, Accounting & Payroll
Services
Jane E. Walter, AAS., A.B., MA, R.R.T
Instructor, Respiratory Care; Health Technologies
Gregory C.Walton, AAS., BA
Instructor, Dental Laboratory Technology; Health
Technologies
Denise K. Ward, B.S., MA
Instructor, Biology; Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
Trustees &
College Personnel
Chester G.T. Waters, BA, MA
Instructor, Economics; Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
James T.Watkins, AAS, BA
Programmer/Analyst, Information Technology Services
Kara A Watts, A.A.S.
User Services Specialist/Secretary, Information Technology
Services
Annette N. Wells, B.S, M.Ed.
Instructor, Biology; University Transfer
Vanessa W. White, BA, MA
Admissions Officer, Admissions & Registration; Admissions,
Registration & Financial Aid
Adrienne E Williams, AAS., A.G.E.
Registration/Records Assistant, Admissions & Registration;
Admissions, Registration & Financial Aid
Annie M. Williams, Diploma, Child Care
Receptionist, Admissions & Registration; Admissions,
Registration & Financial Aid
Dorothy M. Williams, B.S, MAT.
Instructor, Mathematics; Arts, Sciences, & University
Transfer
Marianne Williams, B.S, M.Ed.
Instructor, Developmental Reading, Off-Campus & Special
Programs
Martha B. ' Josie" Williams, AA, BA, MA
Instructor, Developmental Reading; Off-Campus & Special
Programs
Matthew Williams, B A
Special Assistant for Fiscal Services, Business Office
Pauline B. Williams
Departmental Secretary, Corporate Education
Melinda B.Wills
Program Assistant, Nursing Programs; Health
Technologies
A. Dillon Wilson, B.S, MA
Instructor, English/Speech; Arts, Sciences, & University
Transfer
MaryA.Winborne
Administrative Assistant, Human Resources
Tseng - Yuan "Tim" Woo, B.S.E, M.S.E, D.I.P
Instructor, Electronics Engineering Technology; Industrial
& Engineering Technologies
CandiceE. Woods, AAS..A.G.E.
Registration/Records Assistant, Admissions & Registration
Peter W Wooldridge, AA, B.S, MA, Ph.D.
Program Director, Associate in Arts, Discipline Chair
(interim)/Instructor, Psychology; Arts, Sciences, &
University Transfer
Josephs. Wooten, Jr.
Evening Operations Supervisor, Facility Services
Kathy A Zarilla, B.S., Ph.D.
Instructor, Biology; Arts, Sciences, & University Transfer
Joanna L. Ziolkowski
Library Technician, Library Services; Educational
Resources
ADJUNCT FACULTY
Pharmacy Technology
Sandra Covington, C.Ph.T, Durham Regional Hospital
Stephen Eckel, R.Ph, UNC Hospitals
Christine Guarrera, R.Ph, Durham Regional Hospital
James Hall, R.Ph, Rex Healthcare
William L. Harris, R.Ph, Duke University Health System
Hortense Jones, C.PhT, Lincoln Community Health Center
Michael Martz, R.Ph, Ph.D., Veterans Administration
Medical Center
Carolyn D. Robbins, R.Ph, Lincoln Community
Health Center
Clara Thompson, C.Ph.T, UNC Hospitals
Ennis Turrentine, C.Ph.T, Duke University Health System
Lynn Whitlow, C.Ph.T, Person County Memorial Hospital
Phlebotomy
Janice Bean, Raleigh Community Hospital
Karen Sanderson, Rex Healthcare
Shirley Brown, WakeMed
Janet Chamblee, Wake County Human Services
Kim Harris, UNC Hospitals
Bill Green, Veterans Administration Medical Center
Respiratory Care
Charles Afford, R.R.T, Durham Regional Hospital
Karen Bartles, R.R.T, Alamance Regional Hospital
Bob Campbell, R.R.T, Veterans Administration
Medical Center
Gary D. Coates, R.R.T, Person Memorial Hospital
Timothy Safley, R.R.T, Pediatric Services of America
Gary Stevens, R.R.T, UNC Hospitals
Kathy Waters, R.R.T, UNC Hospitals
A West, R.R.T, Veterans Administration Medical Center
James R. Yankaskas, M.D, UNC School of Medicine
Surgical Technology
Sandra L. Albright, R.N, C.N.O.R, WakeMed
Gwen M. Boyles, R.N., C.N.O.R, UNC Hospitals
Patsy Davis, R.N, C.N.O.R, WakeMed
Cordelia Edwards, R.N, Durham Regional Hospital
Lael Jackson, R.N, Veterans Administration Medical Center
Kimberly Martin, R.N, Duke University Medical Center
Sharon Messmer, C.S.T, Rex Healthcare
Melissa Polkinghorn, R.N, Duke University Medical Center
Liane Salmon, R.N, C.N.O.R, Rex Healthcare
Carol White, R.N, Raleigh Community Hospital
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REQUEST FOR HIGH SCHOOL OR COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT
(PLEASE SUBMIT AN ADMISSION APPLICATION TO DURHAM TECH BEFORE REQUESTING TRANSCRIPT)
INSTRUCTION TO APPLICANT: Type or print legibly with ballpoint pen and forward this form to your high school counselor or to the college
registrar.
Social Security Number Date of Birth
LAST NAME
FIRST
M.I.
MAIDEN NAME
ADDRESS
School (or GED center)
Dates enrolled in school: From
To
Date of Graduation
Proposed program of study at Durham Technical Community College
MAIL TRANSCRIPT TO : Admissions Office
Durham Technical Community College
1637 Lawson Street
Durham, North Carolina 27703
School Official:
Please return this form with transcript.
Signature of Student Date
'Female applicants should give both married and maiden name, if applicable.
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Community vs.
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REQUEST FOR HIGH SCHOOL OR COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT
(PLEASE SUBMIT AN ADMISSION APPLICATION TO DURHAM TECH BEFORE REQUESTING TRANSCRIPT)
INSTRUCTION TO APPLICANT: Type or print legibly with ballpoint pen and forward this form to your high school counselor or to the college
registrar.
Social Security Number
Date of Birth
LAST NAME
FIRST
M.I.
MAIDEN NAME
ADDRESS
School (or GED center)
Dates enrolled in school: From
To
Date of Graduation
Proposed program of study at Durham Technical Community College
MAIL TRANSCRIPT TO : Admissions Office
Durham Technical Community College
1637 Lawson Street
Durham, North Carolina 27703
School Official:
Please return this form with transcript.
Signature of Student Date
'Female applicants should give both married and maiden name, if applicable.
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m Durham Technical
Community ys^
College / ^
Application for Admission
To the Applicant: Type or print in ink. Answer all questions completely. Mail or submit to: Admissions Office, Durham Technical
Use legal name (no nicknames). Foreign students should use their Community College/1637 Lawson St./Durham, NC 27703.
family name (surname) as their last name. Phone: (91 9) 686-3333.
The information you provide below will be placed in our master file. If any of this data changes, you must notify the Registration Office immediately. Information on race
and sex is requested for data-gathering purposes only. Please answer all questions completely and accurately.
[1] Social Security Number: : :
Name: I3J [4] [51
Last First Former or Middle Name
Address: 16] L7J [8] LiQ]
Street, Route, P.O. Box, Apartment Number City State Zip Code + 4
[11] Home Telephone: ( ) [12] Work Telephone: ( )
[13] Sex: G Male G Female [14] Date of Birth (month/date/year):
[17] Ethnic Origin - Check all that apply: G White G Black/African American G American Indian/Alaska Native G Hispanic/Latino
G Asian G Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander □ Unknown/Not Given
[This information is collected for record-keeping purposes only.]
Educational Background
[19] Circle years of education completed: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 15 16 17
High Vocational Associate's Bachelor's Graduate
School Diploma Degree Degree School
OR Circle if you completed: GED [ ] or Adult High School [13] Date Place where earned
[21] Employment Status: G Unemployed G Part-time G Full-time
[23] Residency Status
"To qualify as a resident for tuition purposes, a person must have established legal residence in North Carolina and maintained that legal residence for at least 12 months
immediately prior to his or her classification as a resident for tuition purposes." For additional information about this law or to apply for in-state tuition status, contact
Durham Technical Community College's Admissions Office in the White Building, room 30. Students should promptly notify the Admissions Office if they feel a change in
their circumstances warrants a change in their residency status.
Have you lived outside of North Carolina in the last 12 months? G Yes G No
If yes, previous state of residence:
If no, North Carolina county of residence:
Citizenship: G U.S. citizen G Non-immigrant alien G Permanent residence alien Foreign country of origin
Date "green card" issued
What date did you move to North Carolina?
Have you maintained your permanent legal residence in North Carolina for the preceding 12 months? G Yes G No
Applicant Information
[30] Applicant Status: G First time enrolled in any college or technical school
G Transfer student (have previously attended another college) G Visiting student from another college
G Returning student Last date enrolled at Durham Tech: Last date applied to Durham Tech:
Other name(s) under which records may be fisted:
[31] You plan to attend G Day G Evening G Weekend
[35] Plan to attend: G Full-time (12 or more credit hours) G Part-time (fewer than 12 credit hours)
[37] Plan to enter Durham Tech in (year) G Fall Semester G Spring Semester G Summer term
[37] Please print clearly your choice of program as fisted on Durham Tech's "Programs of Study" sheet.
You may list only one program. Program Name:
Check One: G Degree G Diploma G Certificate
If you are applying for the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program, are you currently a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)? G Yes G No
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Schools Attended
Name of last high school attended:
(GED or Adult High School graduates should list the last high school attended prior to beginning the GED or Adult High School program)
High School Name:
County: State:
Dates Attended:
If you received GED or Adult High School Diploma Date:
Graduation Date:
Place:
Colleges and/or Technical Institutes Attended:
State From (dates) Until (dates) Degrees
Official copies of high school and college transcripts, GED, or Adult High School Diploma must be submitted to the Admissions Office.
All transcripts become the property of Durham Technical Community College and cannot be returned to the student or reproduced.
Are you eligible for veterans' benefits? 1 . d Yes 2. G No
In case of emergency, person to contact:
Name
Telephone
Important Deadline Information for Applicants and for Students Changing Programs
To ensure that necessary information is received and processed on time, students should observe the deadlines listed for these semesters:
Summer Term 2000: May 1 0, 2000
Fall Semester 2000: August 4, 2000
Spring Semester 2001 : December 8, 2000
Summer Term 2001 : May 1 1 , 2001
All admissions requirements (testing, transcripts, forms, etc.) must be submitted by these dates.
If admissions requirements are submitted after these deadlines, they will be processed for acceptance the following semester.
If the student enrolls, it will be under Special Student status (not eligible for VA benefits or Financial Aid).
If an accepted student does not enroll for the semester in which he/she was accepted, or if the student does not enroll for three
consecutive semesters, he/she must contact the Admissions Office to determine if readmission is necessary.
This is only an application for admission, not a guarantee of admission.
Students requesting assistance with admissions, registration, classroom, or testing situations due to any physical, psychological, or learning disability
should contact the Disability Services coordinator upon completing an application. The coordinator can be reached by calling (919) 686-3606 or by
visiting Counseling and Student Development in Room 23 of the White Building on the Main Campus.
I certify that the above responses are true to the best of my knowledge, pursuant to reasonable inquiry where needed, and I am aware that knowing
falsification hereon may result in discretionary action, including denial of admission or dismissal after admission.
Signature
Date
Consumer information regarding graduation rates is available upon request in the Admissions Office and the Durham Tech Library.
Durham Technical Community College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, ADA, Section 504 Institution
and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, or disability.
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Academic Advising 11
Academic Appeals Procedure 21-22
Academic Assessment and Course Placement 8
Academic Calendar 3
Academic Department Heads 121-122
Academic Honesty Policy 22-24
Academic Information 18-24
Academic Recognition 22
Accounting 34
Additional Expenses 15
Adjunct Faculty 125
Administrative Staff of the College 121
Admission
Corporate and Continuing Education
Programs 33
Admission
Credit Programs 8-l6
Late Applicants 8
Placement Testing 8-9
Procedures 8-9
Requirements 9-1 1
Adult and Basic Skills Education 31
Adult Basic Education 31
Adult Education Programs 31
Adult High School Diploma Program 31
Application for Admission 127-128
Appropriate Use of Computers Resources 29-30
Architectural Technology 35
Associate Degree Nursing 9, 36
Associate Degrees 18, 24
Attendance Requirements 22
Automotive Systems Technology 37
Basic Law Enforcement Training 38
Board of Trustees 121
Books and Supplies 14
Business Administration 39
Business Administration-Operations
Management 40
Campus Learning Center 25
Career Services 26
Certificates 18
Certifications 10
Classifications of Programs of Study 18
Classification of Students 18
Clinical Trials Research Associate 9, 41
College Work-Study 16
Compensatory Education 32
Community Service Programs 33
Concurrent Enrollment (High School) 10-11
Continuing Education Fees and Registration . . .33
Continuing Education Units (CEU) 33
Corequisite Courses 19
Corporate Education 32
Computer Programming 42
Counseling, Academic and Personal 8, 26
Counseling and Student Development 26
Course Audit 20
Course Descriptions 69-120
Credit by Examination 20
Credit Hour Calculation 13, 19
Crime Statistics 13
Criminal Justice Technology 9, 43
Customized Training for Business and Industry .32
Dental Laboratory Technology 9, 44
Index
Developmental Studies 9
Diplomas 18
Disability Services 26
Drug and Alcohol Policy 28
Durham Technical Community College
Accreditation and Approbation 6-7
Goals 6
Governance 7
History : 5
Mission and Purpose 6
Early Childhood Associate 9, 45
Educational Resources 24-25
Electrical/Electronics Technology 46
Electronics Engineering Technology 47
English as a Second Language 32
Environment, Health, and Safety Technology . . .48
Faculty and Staff of the College 121-125
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act .... 13
Fees 13-14,33
Financial Aid 15-16
Fire Protection Technology 9, 49
Full-Time Students 18
General Educational Development (GED) 31
General Education 24, 50
General Information 7
Grade
Change 20
Incomplete 20
Reports 11
Special 20
Grade Point Average 20
Grading System 19-21
Graduation
Fee 14
Rates 13
Requirements 11
Grants 16
Health Care Training 33
Health Information Technology 51
High School Equivalency Program (GED) 32
Human Resources Development 32
Information Systems 52
Information Systems-Network Administration
and Support 53
Insurance 14-15
International Students 8
Library 24-25
Machining Technology 54
Medical Office Administration 55
Occupational Instruction 32
Occupational Therapy Assistant 9, 56
Office Systems Technology 57
Opticianry 9, 58
Paralegal Technology 59
Parking Requirements 15, 31
Part-Time Students 18
Personal Counseling 26
Pharmacy Technology 9, 60
Phlebotomy 9, 6l
Placement Testing 8-9
Plan of Study 18
Practical Nursing 9, 62
Prerequisite Courses 19
Program Directors 121-122
Public Service Training 33
Readmission 10
Real Estate 63
Real Estate Appraisal 63
Refund Policy (Credit Programs) 14
Registration 1 1-13, 33
Release of Information 13
Residency Status 13-14
Respiratory Care 9, 64
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) . .8
Scholarships 16
Safety and Security 31
Semester Length 19
Sexual Harassment Policy 28-29
Single Parent/Displaced Homemaker Grant 16
Small Business Center 33
Special Students 10, 18
Standards of Progress 21
Student Ambassador Program 27
Student Life
Activities 27
Code of Conduct 27-28
Development 26
Disciplinary Procedures 27-30
Grievance Procedures 30-31
Clubs and Organizations 27
Publications 27
Student-Instructor Responsibilities 22
Student Records 12
Student Senate 27
Surgical Technology 9, 65
Teacher Associate 9, 66
Telephone Registration 11
Transfer
To Another Program 9-10
To Senior Institutions 24
Transfer Credit 9-10,19
Transcripts 8,11,15,26
Tuition
Exemption for Senior Citizens 14, 33
North Carolina Residents 13
Out-of-State Students 13
Refund Policy 14,33
Tuition and Fees (Credit Courses) 13
Tutorial Services 25
University Transfer Programs 9, 20, 67-68
Veterans Information 17
Attendance Requirements 17
Educational Benefits 17
Standards of Academic Progress 17
Visiting Students 10
Withdrawal
From a Course 12-13, 20
Regulations 12-13
Workplace Literacy 32
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