Jun 24, 2024  
2015-2016 Updated Catalog 
    
2015-2016 Updated Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions



Courses by Type (Subject Area)

 

English

  
  • LIN 1670 - Writing and Grammar


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    The course includes practice in writing short essays and encompasses a comprehensive review of grammar and mechanics. This course is strongly recommended for students who have completed Developmental Writing, those who want a preparation for Composition, or those who score 103-116 on the PERT.

    Prerequisite(s): A passing score on the standardized placement test measuring communications/verbal achievement, successful completion of any required developmental English coursework with a minimum grade of “C”, or exemption from placement testing.

3 Credit Hours

English as a Second Language (ESOL)

  
  • XEL 01___ - ESOL I


    This course provides small group and individualized instruction in both oral and written English communication skills at the beginning level. The course is designed for non-native English speakers.

    * Course number varies with number of instructional contact hours.
  
  • XEL 02___ - ESOL II


    This course provides small group and individualized instruction in both oral and written English communication skills at the low beginning level. The course is designed for non-native English speakers.

    * Course number varies with number of instructional contact hours.
  
  • XEL 03___ - ESOL III


    This course provides small group and individualized instruction in both oral and written English communication skills at the high beginning level. The course is designed for non-native English speakers.

    * Course number varies with number of instructional contact hours.
  
  • XEL 04___ - ESOL IV


    This course provides small group and individualized instruction in both oral and written English communication skills at the low intermediate level. The course is designed for non-native English speakers.

    * Course number varies with number of instructional contact hours.
  
  • XEL 05___ - ESOL V


    This course provides small group and individualized instruction in both oral and written English communication skills at the high intermediate level. The course is designed for non-native English speakers.

    * Course number varies with number of instructional contact hours.
  
  • XEL 06___ - ESOL VI


    This course provides small group and individualized instruction in both oral and written English communication skills at the advanced level. The course is designed for non-native English speakers.

    * Course number varies with number of instructional contact hours.

Fire Science

  
  • FFP 0010 - Firefighting I


    225 Clock Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is the first part of the Basic Fire Recruit Academy and prepares students for a career as a volunteer firefighter. Classroom instruction includes a variety of fire related topics which are reinforced and enhanced through practical skills activities. Upon completion, the student is eligible to test for certification as a volunteer firefighter through the Florida State Fire College and may elect to continue training in Firefighter II to pursue state certification as a career firefighter. Permission of the Public Safety Division is required.

    Corequisite(s): FFP 0077  unless previous certification has been obtained for first responder, EMT, or paramedic.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
225 Clock Hours
  
  • FFP 0020 - Firefighting II


    225 Clock Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is the second part of the Basic Fire Recruit Academy and prepares students for a career as a firefighter. The delivery of instruction includes a variety of training in practical skills necessary for the mastery of the basic competencies required in the program. Upon successful completion of this course, the student is eligible to take the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training written and practical examination. Permission of the Public Safety Division is required.

    Prerequisite(s): FFP 0010  or FFP 0077  

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.
225 Clock Hours
  
  • FFP 0077 - First Responder for Public Safety Personnel


    45 Clock Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course trains public safety members who are the first to arrive at an emergency in providing efficient and accurate pre-hospital care. Students assess patients for wounds to determine if trauma, shock, burns or closed airways are a problem and how to address those issues by dressing wounds, stabilizing the person or administering oxygen. They immobilize patients and address common emergency medical issues with basic treatments. This course includes hands-on, practical experience and is necessary to be eligible for first responder certification.

    This course is a co-requisite course for students entering the Firefighting Certificate program who do not have certification for first responder, EMT, or paramedic.

    *Vocational courses are not applicable to the A.A. or A.S. degree or to the College Credit Certificate without an approved articulation agreement. Vocational courses, offered in clock hours, are courses that can be used for the awarding of Career and Technical or Vocational Certificates. In addition, vocational courses may be articulated to college credit and applied to college credit certificates or A.S. degree programs. Students should work closely with an advisor to plan their studies in a way to take advantage of this opportunity.

45 Clock Hours
  
  • FFP 1140 - First Responder for Public Safety Personnel


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course introduces the student to the skills and techniques used for first response to medical emergencies. Classroom instruction includes a variety of medical related topics encountered by public safety personnel. Practical exercises and scenarios are included to enhance classroom instruction and skill development.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • FFP 1301 - Fire Service Hydraulics


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    Introduction to the study and characteristics of hydrostatics and hydrodynamics in the fire service; to include basic hydraulic measuring units, facts, theories, and formulas for problem solving. The course covers the relationship between flow and pressure and mathematical hydraulic formulas.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • FFP 1800 - Disaster Education for Individuals and the Community


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course provides a study of the design, development, and delivery of public disaster safety education and programs including: methods of identification of disaster safety programs, the selection of target programs and strategies of affect reduction, methods of designing and implementing information and educational programs, and methods of evaluating a program’s impact. Studies include theoretical and practical skills training in individual, group, and mass media communications, instructional skills, planning priorities, and evaluation techniques.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • FFP 1801 - Introduction to Emergency Management


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course will discuss emergency management practices and how they relate to natural and man-made disasters. It is designed to help the student develop an understanding of overall emergency management principles, practices, and standards in the local, national, and international environments.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • FFP 1826 - Incident Management


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course contrasts the major forms of Incident Management/Incident Command Systems. It illuminates these differences and offers a fresh perspective on the concepts on which these systems are founded in order to make them more accessible and user-friendly. It bridges the gap between their theoretical and academic foundations and their real-world applications, and makes them more applicable to the professional’s daily needs.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • FFP 1880 - Public Policy in Emergency Management


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course provides the student specialized knowledge and skills necessary to develop public policy related to emergency management, providing public policy leadership in the area of emergency management as part of the larger responsibility to protect the general welfare of the people. Topics of discussion include: government disaster programs; agency participation, policy design and implementation, and administrative processes involved in managing disasters.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • FFP 1881 - Emergency Management Leadership


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course provides the student with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective interpersonal relationships, including conflict management and the use of power and influence as they apply to emergency administration and leadership. It addresses the budget process and related administrative duties of an emergency management program manager.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • FFP 1890 - Emergency Management Principles for Tourism and Hospitality Industry


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course analyzes emergency management functions and responsibilities within the tourism and hospitality industry. Particular emphasis is placed in the areas of administration, organization, communications, and human relations. Students will learn how historical mistakes can influence human response to disaster situations, and some of the current legal and human challenges posed when dealing with disasters.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • FFP 2820 - Emergency Preparedness


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course teaches all aspects of emergency preparedness and planning related to natural and man-made disasters, and basic principles of emergency management. Planning concepts and the planning process will be discussed.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • FFP 2823 - Technical Applications in Emergency Management


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course explores issues and problems associated with the use of technology in emergency management. It examines strategies to overcome these issues and problems. Some of the subjects treated are use of the Internet, spatial analysis applications in vulnerability analysis, decision support systems, and emerging technologies.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • FFP 2834 - Societal Issues in Disaster Management


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course examines human response to disaster events, including political and economic factors influencing vulnerability. It examines how individuals and institutions make decisions at all levels of disaster response, it is an introduction to current research pertaining to the sociological aspects of disaster, and it will provide increased awareness of the potential and difficulties in using social science research as a basis for modifying public policy.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • FFP 2841 - Contingency Planning for the Private Sector


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is designed to assist students in developing effective public sector plans by using the National Incident Management System and the Incident Command System templates. The curriculum includes case studies and development procedures for private sector logistics management and employee support planning.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • FFP 2905 - Independent Study: Emergency Management


    1 Credit Hour
    (Offered as needed)

    A defined independent study which is pursued under direct supervision of a faculty member and recorded through departmental procedures. Designed to provide an in depth exploration of a special or advanced topic in the Emergency Management field. Activities include targeted readings and research, as well as a final project or portfolio. Departmental approval is required.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
1 Credit Hour

French

  
  • FRE 1120 - French I


    4 Credit Hours ❖
    (Fall)

    Pronunciation and grammatical structures of French, with emphasis upon balanced development of all four skills – listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Covers all basic structures of the language.

    ❖ Courses listed with this symbol have an international and/or diversity focus and meet Teacher Education Programs’ common prerequisites.
4 Credit Hours ❖
  
  • FRE 1121 - French II


    4 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    Pronunciation and grammatical structures of French, with emphasis upon balanced development of all four skills – listening, speaking, reading and writing. Covers all basic structures of the language.

    Prerequisite(s): FRE 1120  or an equivalent course with a grade of “C” or better.

    ❖This college credit course qualifies as having an international and/or diversity focus for Teacher Education Programs common prerequisites.
4 Credit Hours

General Education Diploma (GED)

  
  • XGE 14__ - GED 2014 Comprehensive


    The GED 2014 Comprehensive Preparation Program provides skills and knowledge building for each of the four content-area assessments of the Official GED 2014 Tests:  Reasoning through Language Arts, Mathematics Reasoning, Science, and Social Studies. The purpose of the program is to prepare students to obtain the knowledge and skills necessary to pass the Official GED Tests and be awarded a State of Florida High School Diploma.  An additional performance level will certify that the adult student is career and college ready.  This program strives to motivate students not only to obtain a GED diploma, but to continue their education to earn a postsecondary degree, certificate, or industry certification.  In order to be enrolled in the Comprehensive course number, students must be receiving concurrent instruction in at least two of the above subject areas.


Geography

  
  • GEA 1000 - World Regional Geography


    3 Credit Hours ❖
    (Offered as needed)

    The course introduces the student to geographic regional studies. It will combine the concepts of physical geography and cultural, economic, and human geography as it applies to the differing regions of the world. It will show the relationships between the regional environment and the people who live there, between settlement patterns, economic patterns and cultural patterns within each region; and, using current events, it will show the impact of other phenomena upon those regions and their people.

    ❖ Courses listed with this symbol have an international and/or diversity focus and meet Teacher Education Programs’ common prerequisites.
3 Credit Hours ❖
  
  • GEO 1200C - Physical Geography


    4 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course investigates the relationship between the natural environment and humankind, including weather, climate, soils, biogeography and land forms. The study of the physical Earth is treated so that the student gains an appreciation of man’s place in the environment.

4 Credit Hours
  
  • GIS 1040C - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems


    4 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course will provide students with an introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Lectures will include: what is GIS, GIS applications, fundamentals such as map projections, vector versus raster data models, creating and maintaining geographic databases, spatial analysis and modeling, cartography and map production. Lab sessions will include the hands on use of the ArcGIS software. Students will receive a 180-day version of the software with their textbook that they can use at home to complete assignments.

    Prerequisite(s): moderate familiarity with the Windows operating system, preferably XP.

4 Credit Hours

Geology

  
  • GLY 2010C - Principles of Geology I


    4 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring)

    Survey of the composition and dynamic processes of the solid Earth. Topics include planetary geology, mineralogy and petrology, volcanism, surface environments and processes (ocean floor, coastlines, rivers, karst, glaciers, deserts), seismology, surface deformation, Earth’s interior, plate tectonics, and mountain formation. Laboratory exercises in mineral and rock identification, interpretation of geological landforms using topographic maps, earthquakes, and basic field methods. Local or regional fieldtrips offered.

4 Credit Hours
  
  • GLY 2100C - Principles of Geology II


    4 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring)

    Survey of the physical and biological history of the Earth. Course is divided into two parts. First is a review of common minerals, rocks, and fossils; the use of stratified sedimentary rocks to reconstruct past environments and climates; and the theory of plate tectonics. Second is an overview of the origin and early evolution of the Earth, tectonic formation of continents and oceans, and life through time (first appearance of life, early life in the ocean, Age of Dinosaurs, the Great Ice Age, and the appearance of the first humans). Field and laboratory work in mineral, rock, and fossil identification, description of stratigraphic sections in the field, and geologic map construction and interpretation. Local or regional fieldtrips offered.

4 Credit Hours
  
  • GLY 2601C - Introduction to Paleontology


    4 Credit Hours
    (Fall or Spring)

    This course is a survey of prehistoric life. Topics include fossilization, systematics, evolution, ecology, extinction, and the geological history of life. Laboratory work covers the anatomy, classification, and ecology of major phyla of both extinct and extant organisms, including monerans, protists, plant, macroinvertebrates, and vertebrate animals. The course involves local and regional fossil collecting trips. This course may be used as a General Education science course for any A.S program, and may be used as a category III General Education science course for the A.A. degree.

4 Credit Hours

Graphic Design

  
  • GRA 1151C - Illustration I


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    A beginning course to develop basic technical and conceptual skills with a focus on an industry-standard vector-based drawing program. Students will create logos and illustrations typical of graphic design challenges.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • GRA 1152C - Illustration II


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    An advanced graphic design course building upon the skills covered in Illustration I; the course includes increased challenges relating to conceptual skills and multi-software integration relating to typical print-based design problems. Access to an appropriate high quality digital camera is required.

    Prerequisite(s): GRA 1151C .

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • GRA 2140C - Multimedia I


    4 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    An advanced course covering the development of multimedia projects incorporating a variety of digital media elements. Students will learn an industry standard digital video editing application and the aesthetic and technical considerations involved in content acquisition. Access to a miniDV camcorder suggested.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 2602C , GRA 1151C  and PGY 1801C .

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
4 Credit Hours
  
  • GRA 2141C - Multimedia II


    4 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    An advanced course covering principles of design and information architecture surrounding interactive multimedia presentations. Students will learn an industry standard interactive DVD media authoring software application. Students will produce a finished interactive DVD.

    Prerequisite(s): GRA 2140C .

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
4 Credit Hours
  
  • GRA 2142C - Web Design I


    4 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    An introductory course covering the development of websites using an industry standard web development software application. Students will study the aesthetics and technical considerations involved with information architecture and basic interface design. Access to a high quality digital camera required.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
4 Credit Hours
  
  • GRA 2190C - Graphic Design I


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    An intermediate Graphic Design course that focuses on using an industry standard page layout software application. Students will be exposed to the ideas and aesthetics involved in the production of print publications. Access to a high quality digital camera required. It is recommended that students take PGY 1801C  at the same time or prior to taking this course.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • GRA 2191C - Graphic Design II


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    An advanced Graphic Design course covering the aesthetics and challenges associated with producing complex multi-page printed communications. Access to an appropriate high quality digital camera required.

    Prerequisite(s): GRA 1151C , GRA 2190C , PGY 1801C .

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • GRA 2900 - Independent Study – Graphic Art


    1 Credit Hour
    (Offered as needed)

    This course covers the practical treatment of Graphics/Printing Technology. Emphasis is on individual work projects.

    Prerequisite(s):   or  

1 Credit Hour
  
  • GRA 2905 - Independent Study – Graphic Design


    1 Credit Hour
    (Offered as needed)

    The student will initiate independent computer related work, utilizing various software and hardware. The course may be taken four times for credit.

    Prerequisite(s):   or  

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
1 Credit Hour
  
  • GRA 2941A - Internship, Graphic Design


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This is an individualized internship course that provides the student with supervised professional experience utilizing skills acquired in the program of study.  The student will work with a qualified work site supervisor on approved projects related to his or her degree in a professional environment.  The work site supervisor will evaluate the student’s performance, and the student will submit report(s), examples of projects completed, or other assignments as required by the instructor, as appropriate, during the internship experience for evaluation by the college instructor.  If this course is taken for credit more than once, the student must, on the second and subsequent (if applicable) enrollment(s), develop in concert with the work site supervisor and college instructor a unique set of objectives and assessments. 

    Prerequisite(s): GRA 1151C , GRA 2190C , PGY 1801C  and permission of the instructor.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • GRA 2950C - Advanced Graphic Projects


    4 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    An advanced Graphic Design course addressing common Graphic Design problems. Students will explore advanced software application functionality and creative, aesthetic, and portfolio development. Access to a high quality digital camera required.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 2602C , ART 2603C , GRA 1151C , GRA 2190C , PGY 1801C .

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
4 Credit Hours

Health Education

  
  • HIM 1012 - Health Care and Legal Compliance


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring, Summer)

    In-depth study of federal, state, local laws governing preparation, and use of the healthcare record in the healthcare delivery system.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • HIM 2253 - CPT Coding - Part 1


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring, Summer)

    Instruction and practice in basic CPT coding conventions, principles of classifying physician services using current procedural terminology (CPT-4), APC, and auditing procedures.  Ethical standards of practice will be analyzed.

     

     

    Prerequisite(s):  HSC 1531 , BSC 1080 , HIM 1432  , knowledge of basic computer & keyboarding skills.

    Prereq/Corequisites: HIM 2724 

     * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.

    (Previously listed as HIM1253)

3 Credit Hours
  
  • HIM 2291 - CPT Coding Part 2


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    This is an advanced course in ICD, CPT and HCPCS coding systems.  Students will learn guidelines and applications to more complex case studies and health records according to current ethical standards of practice, inpatient and outpatient prospective payment systems, encoding software and RBRVs.

    Prerequisite(s): HSC 1531 , HIM 2724 , BSC 1080 , HIM 1432 , HIM 2253  , knowledge of basic computer & keyboarding skills.

     * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.

    (Previously listed as HIM2254)

3 Credit Hours
  
  • HIM 2931C - Special Topics in Health Information Technology


    1 Credit Hour
    (Fall, Summer)

     

    This course is a review of skills and work processes to support classification and coding to become nationally certified in-field. Effective test-taking strategies for certification exams and employability skills will be discussed.

    Prerequisite(s): HIM 2291 , HIM 2729 ,

      , BSC 1080  , HIM 1432  , knowledge of basic computer & keyboarding skills.

     

    Prereq/Corequisites: HIM 2272 

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
1 Credit Hour
  
  • HSA 3110 - Health Care Organization and Management


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course focuses on the structure and management of health care organizations, and the fundamental issues facing the U.S. health care system. Key topics include health status, the organization of health services, manpower, public health, financing, facilities, utilization, quality, regulation, and national health policy.

    Prerequisite(s): upper division standing.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • HSA 3111 - Introduction to Health Care Management


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course studies the administration, organization and delivery of health care in the United States. Topics to be examined include health care leadership, management, strategy, performance improvement, information technology, insurance, financial and human resources management, as well as ethical and legal concepts.

    Prerequisite(s): upper division standing.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • HSA 3113 - Contemporary Issues in Health Care


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is designed to introduce students to a range of issues related to health and health care in the United States. Course content will give students the opportunity to explore differing perspectives as they develop a deeper understanding of the issues and enhance their research and communication skills. The course will enable students to analyze and evaluate evidence regarding controversial issues.  Students will develop and practice skills in formulating and writing well-informed, well-articulated arguments and reflections.



     

     

3 Credit Hours
  
  • HSA 4191 - Health Information Systems


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course focuses on the theories, concepts and principles of health information systems and development of critical thinking skills for use in practice/working in health care informatics. Current trends and issues in using, designing, and managing heath care information systems will be examined. Students, applying evidence-based knowledge, will analyze the design and implementation of health care information systems.

    Prerequisite(s): upper division standing.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • HSA 4922 - Capstone: Health Care Management


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course integrates the information, skills, and abilities provided throughout the Health Administration Program in a capstone project. Students complete a project that demonstrates excellence by applying the knowledge gained from the core courses and materials studied throughout the program. Successful completion of the course requires demonstration of the achievement of program objectives and learning outcomes.

    Prerequisite(s): senior standing and completion of or concurrent enrollment in remaining program core and emphasis courses.

3 Credit Hours

History

  
  • AMH 2010 - American History I


    3 Credit Hours ¶
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    American History to 1877; describes the social, political, and economic development of the American people against the geographical background of the New World. Particular emphasis on American intellectual and political thought leading to the emergence of basic American character, ideas and attitudes. This is a Gordon Rule writing course and is part of the college’s Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program. A minimum grade of “C” is required if used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education.

    Prerequisite(s): a passing score on the standardized placement test measuring communications/verbal/reading achievement, successful completion of any required developmental English and Reading coursework with a grade of “C” or better, or exemption from placement testing.

    ¶ Courses listed with this symbol meet writing requirements outlined in FAC Rule 6A-10.030 and require a minimum grade of “C” when used for General Education credit.   
3 Credit Hours ¶
  
  • AMH 2020 - American History II


    3 Credit Hours ♦ ¶
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    American History from 1877, concentrating on industrial growth, the rise of corporate business, big labor, and government organization. Modification of basic American character and ideas as a continual historical process. This is a Gordon Rule writing course and is part of the college’s Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program. A minimum grade of “C” is required if used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education.

    Prerequisite(s): a passing score on the standardized placement test measuring communications/verbal/reading achievement, successful completion of any required developmental English and Reading coursework with a grade of “C” or better, or exemption from placement testing.

    ♦ Courses listed with this symbol are Florida State Core Courses and are protected in transfer to other public state institutions as meeting the state Core General Education requirements.     

    ¶ Courses listed with this symbol meet writing requirements outlined in FAC Rule 6A-10.030 and require a minimum grade of “C” when used for General Education credit. 

3 Credit Hours ♦ ¶
  
  • WOH 1012 - World Civilization I


    3 Credit Hours ❖ ¶
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    A study of world history from 4000 BC to 1650 AD as it relates to the development of western civilization. History is analyzed in terms of social, religious, philosophical, political, and economic concepts rather than chronological facts. This is a Gordon Rule writing course and is part of the college’s Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program. A minimum grade of “C” is required if used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education.

    Prerequisite(s): a passing score on the standardized placement test measuring communications/verbal/reading achievement, successful completion of any required developmental English and Reading coursework with a grade of “C” or better, or exemption from placement testing.

    ❖ Courses listed with this symbol have an international and/or diversity focus and meet Teacher Education Programs’ common prerequisites.

    ¶ Courses listed with this symbol meet writing requirements outlined in FAC Rule 6A-10.030 and require a minimum grade of “C” when used for General Education credit. 

     

3 Credit Hours ❖ ¶
  
  • WOH 1022 - World Civilization II


    3 Credit Hours ❖ ¶
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    A study of history from 1650 AD to the present as it relates to the development of the modern world. History is analyzed in terms of social, religious, philosophical, political, and economic concepts rather than chronological facts. This is a Gordon Rule writing course and is part of the college’s Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program. A minimum grade of “C” is required if used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education.

    Prerequisite(s): a passing score on the standardized placement test measuring communications/verbal/reading achievement, successful completion of any required developmental English and Reading coursework with a grade of “C” or better, or exemption from placement testing.

    ❖ This college credit course qualifies as having an international and/or diversity focus for Teacher Education Programs common prerequisites.

    ¶ Courses listed with this symbol meet writing requirements outlined in FAC Rule 6A-10.030 and require a minimum grade of “C” when used for General Education credit. 

3 Credit Hours ❖ ¶

Hospitality Mgmt.

  
  • HFT 1000 - Introduction to Hospitality Management


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is an overview of the hospitality industry, and the many different segments of the hospitality and tourism segments are discussed. Scope, size and industry trends are examined. Theories, examples and industry case studies are used to provide students with examples of problem solving tools of management. Basic industry terminology and management concepts are studied. The important role of service is stressed.

3 Credit Hours

Humanities

  
  • HUM 1020 - Humanities – lntroduction


    3 Credit Hours ❖ † ♦ ¶
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    A chronological survey of techniques and forms related to art, dance, film, literature, music, philosophy, religion and theater. Art works and selected readings are utilized as much as possible. The course includes Writing-Across-the-Curriculum and Speaking-Across-the-Curriculum. A minimum grade of “C” is required if used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education.

    Prerequisite(s): a passing score on the standardized placement test measuring communications/verbal/reading achievement, successful completion of any required developmental English and Reading coursework with a grade of “C” or better, or exemption from placement testing.

    ❖ Courses listed with this symbol have an international and/or diversity focus and meet Teacher Education Programs’ common prerequisites.

    † Courses listed with this symbol address NWFSC’s Speaking-Across-the Curriculum student learning outcome, namely that all associate degree graduates are competent in basic public speaking skills.

    ♦ Courses listed with this symbol are Florida State Core Courses and are protected in transfer to other public state institutions as meeting the state Core General Education requirements. 

    ¶ Courses listed with this symbol meet writing requirements outlined in FAC Rule 6A-10.030 and require a minimum grade of “C” when used for General Education credit.  

3 Credit Hours ❖ † ♦ ¶
  
  • HUM 1905A - Independent Study – Arts and Humanities


    1 Credit Hour
    (Offered as needed)

    A defined independent study which is pursued under supervision of a faculty directing teacher and recorded through departmental procedures. Designed to permit a student to pursue nonscheduled academic and laboratory work which may be of a specialized or advanced nature and not available through classes or courses available on a college schedule. Departmental approval is required. Placement test is required. The course includes Writing-Across-The-Curriculum. If used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education, a minimum grade of “C” is also required.

    Prerequisite(s): approval from department chair, a passing score on the standardized placement test measuring communications/verbal/reading achievement, successful completion of any required developmental English and Reading coursework with a grade of “C” or better, or exemption from placement testing.

1 Credit Hour
  
  • HUM 2250 - Humanities – A Contemporary Perspective


    3 Credit Hours ❖ † ¶
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course is an integrated study of the artistic, cultural, philosophic, religious, social, and technological influences that shape modern western cultures in the modern era. The focus will begin with the 20th century and follow, chronologically, the issues of the modern era. A minimum grade of “C” is required if used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education.

    Prerequisite(s): a passing score on the standardized placement test measuring communications/verbal/reading achievement, successful completion of any required developmental English and Reading coursework with a grade of “C” or better, or exemption from placement testing.

    ❖ Courses listed with this symbol have an international and/or diversity focus and meet Teacher Education Programs’ common prerequisites.

    † Courses listed with this symbol address NWFSC’s Speaking-Across-the Curriculum student learning outcome, namely that all associate degree graduates are competent in basic public speaking skills.

    ¶ Courses listed with this symbol meet writing requirements outlined in FAC Rule 6A-10.030 and require a minimum grade of “C” when used for General Education credit.  

3 Credit Hours ❖ † ¶
  
  • HUM 2700 - Humanities – Foreign Study


    3 Credit Hours ❖ ¶
    (Offered as needed)

    A variable humanities content course designed to allow students first-hand learning experiences outside the United States. This is a Gordon Rule writing course and is part of the college’s Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program. A minimum grade of “C” is required if used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education.

    Prerequisite(s): a passing score on the standardized placement test measuring communications/verbal/reading achievement, successful completion of any required developmental English and Reading coursework with a grade of “C” or better, or exemption from placement testing.

    ❖ Courses listed with this symbol have an international and/or diversity focus and meet Teacher Education Programs’ common prerequisites.

    ¶ Courses listed with this symbol meet writing requirements outlined in FAC Rule 6A-10.030 and require a minimum grade of “C” when used for General Education credit.  

3 Credit Hours ❖ ¶
  
  • HUM 2920 - Humanities Colloquium


    1 Credit Hour
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    Humanities Colloquium is a lab designed to introduce students to critical visual and listening skills to become an intelligent arts consumer. Initial lecture sessions are devoted to discussions of the elements of analysis of art works, music pieces, theater performances, and dance presentations. Students will be required to attend selected NWFSC Visual and Performance Arts presentations and to write a short critical review of each. Topics may vary.

    Prerequisite(s): placement test may be required.

1 Credit Hour
  
  • HUM 2930 - Humanities – Special Topics


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    A defined special topics course which is pursued under supervision of a faculty member and recorded through usual departmental procedures. Designed to permit a student to pursue non-scheduled academic and laboratory work which may be of a specialized nature and not available through the college schedule.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • IDS 2220 - Issues in Science and Religion


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course will explore and relate scientific and religious conceptions of the natural world. Survey of major scientific discoveries and theories that both challenge and inform religious belief (including Big Bang cosmology, geologic time, evolutionary biology and paleontology, and Earth systems/global change). Survey of the historic role of religion and religious cosmologies in the rise of science, types of religious experience, concepts of God and divine action, the idea of the sacred as the ground for meaning in nature, natural theology and theology of nature, intelligent design, varieties of creationism, and various metascientific proposals (Anthropic Principle, Gaia Hypothesis, Biophylia, Deep Ecology). Emphasis is placed on integrating and harmonizing scientific and religious understandings to develop a more meaningful and informative, contemporary worldview.

    ❖This college credit course qualifies as having an international and/or diversity focus for Teacher Education Programs common prerequisites.
3 Credit Hours

Legal Assisting

  
  • PLA 1003 - Introduction to Paralegal Studies


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is designed to give students a broad understanding of the nature of the paralegal profession and the elements contained within the profession, as well as its responsibility.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • PLA 1005 - Legal Terminology


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is designed to give an explanation of the common legal vocabulary involved in the broad, general principles of substantive and common law.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • PLA 1013 - Introduction to the Legal System


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    A practical introduction to the US legal system, types and sources of law, the courts, and related topics; a beginning course for students seeking careers in legal secretary technology or legal assisting.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • PLA 1114 - Legal Research and Writing


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is designed to provide the student with necessary skills and knowledge required in legal research/case analysis and legal writing.

    Prerequisite(s):  

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • PLA 1203 - Civil Procedure


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    This course provides an insight into the system of dispute resolution for private parties and the government provided by the court systems of the various states and the federal government in a non-criminal setting.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • PLA 1600 - Wills, Trusts, and Probate


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is designed to provide the student with an introductory knowledge of estate planning, wills, and probate administration.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • PLA 1800 - Introduction to Family Law


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    An introduction to practices as they relate to family law.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • PLA 2273 - Tort Law


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is designed to provide the student with an introductory knowledge of tort law with objectives centered on personal injury torts.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • PLA 2949 - Internship - Paralegal


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring)

    This is an individualized internship course that provides the student with supervised professional experience utilizing skills acquired in the program of study.  The student will work with a qualified work site supervisor on approved projects related to his or her degree in a professional environment.  The work site supervisor will evaluate the student’s performance, and the student will submit report(s), examples of projects completed, or other assignments as required by the instructor, as appropriate, during the internship experience for evaluation by the college instructor.  If this course is taken for credit more than once, the student must, on the second and subsequent (if applicable) enrollment(s), develop in concert with the work site supervisor and college instructor a unique set of objectives and assessments. 

    Prerequisite(s): completion of a minimum of 12 credit hours in the appropriate discipline, including   and permission of the instructor.

    *This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the AA degree.
3 Credit Hours

Library Science

  
  • LIS 1001 - Library Skills


    1 Credit Hour
    (Offered as needed)

    A self-paced course on how individual students can make effective and efficient use of library resources.  Students develop the basic information literacy skills necessary for college coursework, general research, and for lifelong learning in an information centered society.

1 Credit Hour
  
  • LIS 2004 - Introduction to Internet Research


    1 Credit Hour ▲
    (Offered as needed)

    Introduction to Internet Research is a one-credit hour course offered only online.  The course focuses on methods of accessing information resources available through the internet.  Students learn to design search strategies, retrieve, evaluate, and cite internet resources.

    Prerequisite(s): a full service Internet account, including an electronic mail address from an Internet Service Provider (ISP), or access through a corporate or educational institution prior to beginning the course.

    ▲ Courses listed with this symbol address NWFSC’s Technology-Across-the Curriculum student learning outcome, namely that all associate degree graduates are competent in basic technology use.    
1 Credit Hour ▲

Literature

  
  • AML 2010 - American Literature I


    3 Credit Hours ¶
    (Offered as needed)

    A course in American Literature from the pre-Colonial period to the Civil War. This course may be used for Humanities credit. This is a Gordon Rule writing course and is part of the college’s Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program. A minimum grade of “C” is required if used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education.

    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101 .

    ¶ Courses listed with this symbol meet writing requirements outlined in FAC Rule 6A-10.030 and require a minimum grade of “C” when used for General Education credit.   
3 Credit Hours ¶
  
  • AML 2020 - American Literature II


    3 Credit Hours ¶
    (Offered as needed)

    A course in American Literature from Civil War to present. This course may be used for Humanities credit. This is a Gordon Rule writing course and is part of the college’s Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program. A minimum grade of “C” is required if used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education.

    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101 . (Note: AML 2010  is not a prerequisite for this course)

    ¶ Courses listed with this symbol meet writing requirements outlined in FAC Rule 6A-10.030 and require a minimum grade of “C” when used for General Education credit.   
3 Credit Hours ¶
  
  • ENL 2012A - English Literature I


    3 Credit Hours ¶
    (Offered as needed)

    A study of English literature from the Old English period, Beowulf, through the late Eighteenth century, the Age of Enlightenment, focusing on major works and their authors with an emphasis upon the literature as a significant reflection of and contribution to the political, cultural, social, religious, and economic milieu of each age. This course may be used as a Humanities credit. This is a Gordon Rule writing course and is part of the college’s Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program. A minimum grade of “C” is required if used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education.

    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101 .

    ¶ Courses listed with this symbol meet writing requirements outlined in FAC Rule 6A-10.030 and require a minimum grade of “C” when used for General Education credit.  
3 Credit Hours ¶
  
  • ENL 2022 - English Literature II


    3 Credit Hours ¶
    (Offered as needed)

    A study of English literature from the Romantics through the modern era, focusing on major works and their authors with an emphasis upon the literature as a significant reflection of and contribution to the political, cultural, social, religious, and economic milieu of each age. This course may be used as a Humanities credit. This is a Gordon Rule writing course and is part of the college’s Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program. If used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education, a minimum grade of “C” is required.

    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101 . (Note: ENL 2012A  is not a prerequisite for this course)

    ¶ Courses listed with this symbol meet writing requirements outlined in FAC Rule 6A-10.030 and require a minimum grade of “C” when used for General Education credit.  
3 Credit Hours ¶
  
  • LIT 2090 - Contemporary Literature


    3 Credit Hours ❖ ¶
    (Offered as needed)

    Studies in contemporary literature, focusing on comments on modern man. May be used as Humanities credit. This is a Gordon Rule writing course and is part of the college’s Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program. A minimum grade of “C” is required if used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education.

    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101 .

    ❖ Courses listed with this symbol have an international and/or diversity focus and meet Teacher Education Programs’ common prerequisites.

    ¶ Courses listed with this symbol meet writing requirements outlined in FAC Rule 6A-10.030 and require a minimum grade of “C” when used for General Education credit.   

     

3 Credit Hours ❖ ¶
  
  • LIT 2100 - World Literature I


    3 Credit Hours ❖ ¶
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    Designed to encourage students to know and appreciate the great literature that helps to mold their thinking and everyday living. Includes, without regard to national origin, those masterpieces of world literature, from antiquity through the Renaissance, that reflect cultural and intellectual heritage. May be used as a Humanities credit. This is a Gordon Rule writing course and is part of the college’s Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program. If used to meet the Gordon Rule requirements for general education, a minimum grade of “C” is required.

    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101 .

    ❖ Courses listed with this symbol have an international and/or diversity focus and meet Teacher Education Programs’ common prerequisites.

    ¶ Courses listed with this symbol meet writing requirements outlined in FAC Rule 6A-10.030 and require a minimum grade of “C” when used for General Education credit.  

     

3 Credit Hours ❖ ¶
  
  • LIT 2120 - World Literature II


    3 Credit Hours ❖ ¶
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    Designed to encourage students to know and appreciate the great literature that helps to mold their thinking and everyday living. Includes, without regard to national origin, those masterpieces of world literature, from the Renaissance to the present, that reflect cultural and intellectual heritage. May be used as a humanities credit. This is a Gordon Rule writing course and is part of the college’s Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program. A minimum grade of “C” is required if used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education.

    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101 . (Note: LIT 2100  is not a prerequisite for this course)

    ❖ Courses listed with this symbol have an international and/or diversity focus and meet Teacher Education Programs’ common prerequisites.

    ¶ Courses listed with this symbol meet writing requirements outlined in FAC Rule 6A-10.030 and require a minimum grade of “C” when used for General Education credit. 

     

3 Credit Hours ❖ ¶
  
  • LIT 2335 - Introduction to Children’s and Adolescent Literature


    3 Credit Hours ❖
    (Offered as needed)

    Designed to explore the range and diversity of the children’s literary canon, surveying the historical development of children’s and adolescent literature (pre-school to eighth grade) and the construction of socio-cultural influences. While the focus is predominantly on classic works from the tradition of American and British fiction, poetry, folklore and fairy tales, drama, and picture books, the course nonetheless addresses multi-cultural issues and texts in order to broaden the cultural vision provided by the literary study. This course will be a General Education elective, but will not meet the Humanities or English General Education requirements. Course has international/diversity focus for Teacher Education program common prerequisites.

    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101 .

    ❖ Courses listed with this symbol have an international and/or diversity focus and meet Teacher Education Programs’ common prerequisites.
3 Credit Hours ❖
  
  • LIT 2603 - Literature of War in the 20th Century


    3 Credit Hours ❖
    (Offered as needed)

    Designed to investigate the historical, psychological, and universal issues that face societies in times of war, through analysis of a range of literary genre and texts, including fiction, poetry, drama, letters, and memoirs focusing on wars of the modern era. The approach is global, but concentrates heavily on the war experiences of the United States. This course will be a General Education elective, but will not meet Humanities or English General Education requirements. Course has International/Diversity focus for Teacher Ed program common prerequisites.

    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101 .

    ❖ Courses listed with this symbol have an international and/or diversity focus and meet Teacher Education Programs’ common prerequisites.
3 Credit Hours ❖

Machining/CNC

  
  • ETI 2419C - Advanced Concepts of CNC Machines and CNC Machining Practices


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is designed to provide the student with advanced concepts in CNC machines and CNC machining to include: theory, operation, setup, safety, and practices.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • PMT 1203C - Introduction to Machining


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    In this course, the student will learn how to interpret engineered blueprint drawings, lay out scribe lines and marks for sawing, rough saw and cut materials; utilize precise indicating devices for tramming of machines, indicating vises, sine bars, angle plates, etc. in order to set up and operate various machines; square, face, cut, turn down, and bore material to maintain strict machining tolerances; develop a basic knowledge and understanding of industrial materials to calculate proper speeds, feeds, and RPM’s and safely operate heavy-duty industrial machinery.

    Prerequisite(s):   and ETD 2150   or equivalent.

     This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • PMT 1250C - Introduction to CNC Machining


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    The history and development of CNC (computer numerical control). Programming methods are reviewed with the emphasis of skills placed on programming, milling, drilling and turning with M and G code preparation. Manual and computer assisted programming are also reviewed. Students will program, set up and operate full size CNC machines found in our manufacturing lab. Projects will be assigned to students with an expectation of performing these tasks on manufacturing equipment.

    Prerequisite(s): PMT 2214C  or equivalent experience.

    *This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • PMT 2213C - Machining I


    6 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    In this course students will continue to develop basic machining skills and better utilize machine tool accessories to assist in different machining operations to include:  set up and utilize machine tool accessories, vertical knee milling operation, manual lathe operations, manual lathe threading and drill press operations.

    Prerequisite(s):   and   or equivalent experience

    *This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
6 Credit Hours
  
  • PMT 2214C - Machining II


    6 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    In this course, utilizing the skill sets learned in Introduction to Machining and Machining I the student will bring the machining process together to fabricate a complete assembly.  In addition, this course includes an introduction to CNC.

    Prerequisite(s):   and ETD 1320C  or equivalent.

    *This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
6 Credit Hours
  
  • PMT 2261C - CNC Machining I


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course provides training in CNC machine operation and programming. The student will gain technical knowledge and programming methods employed in CNC machining centers. CNC Machine programming, set-up and operations are taught using computer and hands on applications. Metal fabrication processes are taught through lectures, demonstration and student generated projects. Completion of this course offers students technical skills as a CNC operator processes to be applied in various machining and fabrication industries. MasterCam–Lathe is taught to provide the student programming application in CNC machining.

    Prerequisite(s): PMT 1250C  or equivalent experience.

    *This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • PMT 2262C - CNC Machining II


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course will offer students a working knowledge of MasterCam Mill 2-D and Solidworks. This is the second class offered which teaches the student 3-D design using solidworks. An in-depth study of CAD/CAM software, CNC processing methods and the set-up of CNC machining centers. The course lectures and lab offer students hands-on applications using Solidworks generated projects processed with Mastercam tool path software to generate various projects. The student will also learn to calculate machining feeds and Speeds, edit CNC programs and part production for Mill and Lathe.

    Prerequisite(s): PMT 2261C  or eqivalent experience.

    *This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
3 Credit Hours

Management

  
  • HUS 4950 - Capstone: Human Resources Management


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This capstone will build upon and integrate the primary human resource management skills introduced in prior emphasis courses. Students will have the opportunity to work on a hands-on project to demonstrate, apply, and develop their knowledge in the field of human resources.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and completion of or concurrent enrollment in remaining program core and emphasis courses.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • MAN 2021 - Management


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    Each function of management is analyzed and described in a systematic manner. Both the distilled experience of practical managers and the findings of scholars are presented. Other aspects of management are presented such as management process and concepts analysis of the technical knowledge and skills of managers, influences upon managerial decision-making process, and the psychological principles inherent in management.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • MAN 2300 - Personnel Management


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    An introduction to personnel practices and procedures. Topics include the personnel management system, maximizing employee potential, organizational behavior, and labor management relations.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • MAN 3052 - Management Philosophy and Practice


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    A comprehensive study of contrasting philosophies of management, current theories of leadership, management and supervision, as well as current trends and issues for business managers; focuses on applications and cases for development of competencies across all business functions and units; emphasis is placed on the cross-functional aspects of management, as well as the manager’s need for a general business perspective.

    Prerequisite(s): upper division standing; concurrent or prior enrollment in GEB 3031  is recommended.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • MAN 3120 - Leadership and Group Dynamics


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    An applied leadership course with a focus on case studies, projects and group interaction; includes theoretical background on group dynamics, small group behavior and motivation, power, types of groups, verbal and non-verbal communication skills and team-building. Emphasis will be placed on sociological and psychological dimensions of inter-group relations, including analysis and problem-solving through simulations, cases and similar activities which reflect a general business perspective, as well as leadership and group dynamics across a variety of business units/functions.

    Prerequisite(s): upper division standing; GEB 3031  and MAN 3052  recommended, but not required.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • MAN 3240 - Organizational Behavior


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    Designed to develop student understanding of individual, group and organizational issues that affect and shape businesses. Topics include motivation, communication, decision making, leadership, power, organizational structure, team performance, organization diversity and change management.

    Prerequisite(s): upper division standing.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • MAN 3294 - Strategy and Innovation


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course explores the concepts and tools used by businesses to create and sustain competitive advantage under dynamic market conditions. Topics will include strategy formulation, understanding core capabilities, examining external competitive forces and evaluating goals. Emphasis will also be placed on understanding the process of innovation and challenges faced by innovative organizations.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • MAN 3310 - Issues in Human Resource Management


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    Introduces the full range of human resource management functional areas, including recruiting and hiring staff, performance evaluations, employment regulations, discipline and termination, downsizing, compensation and benefits, job analysis, the organized labor setting, equity/diversity issues, and policy design. Approach will focus on current issues and applications.

    Prerequisite(s): upper division standing; MAN 3052  preferred.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • MAN 3320 - Employee Staffing and Benefits


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    An intermediate level course in employment staffing issues focusing on staffing patterns, organizational structures, job analysis and design, staffing efficiencies, employee assistance programs, staff projection models, and employee services.

    Prerequisite(s): upper division standing and MAN 3310 .

3 Credit Hours
 

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