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2020-2021 Updated Catalog through 2/22/2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions



Courses by Type (Subject Area)

 

Chemistry

  
  • CHM 1046C - College Chemistry II


    4 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    Continuation of CHM 1045C . Includes kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, thermo-dynamics, non-metals and their compounds, electrochemistry, redox, the atmosphere, hydrocarbons, biochemistry, nuclear chemistry, coordination compounds, and qualitative analysis.

    Prerequisite(s): CHM 1045C .

4 Credit Hours
  
  • CHM 2210C - Organic Chemistry I


    4 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    This course will present the correlation between structure and physical and chemical properties of organic compounds. The principle types of mechanisms involved in organic reactions will be discussed on aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, alkyl halides, alcohols and ethers. Laboratory exercises illustrate these topics.

    Prerequisite(s): CHM 1046C .

4 Credit Hours
  
  • CHM 2211C - Organic Chemistry II


    4 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    In continuation of CHM 2210C - Organic Chemistry I  the relationships between functional groups and properties of organic compounds will be discussed. Infrared, NMR, and mass spectroscopy will be used for identification of organic compounds and for structure analysis. The transition state theory is applied to interpret the nucleophilic addition reactions, the carbanion condensation reactions, the interconversions of carbonyl compounds and the nucleophilic acyl substitution of carboxylic acids and their derivatives. Biochemical topics, i.e. lipids, carbohydrates, amino acids and proteins are included.

    Prerequisite(s): CHM 2210C .

4 Credit Hours

Chinese

  
  • CHI 1120 - Mandarin Chinese I


    4 Credit Hours ❖
    (Fall)

    This course focuses on pronunciation and grammatical structures of Mandarin Chinese, with emphasis upon balanced development of all four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Covers all basic structures of the language and develops a foundation for further study of the language. Designed for students with no previous knowledge of Chinese.

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


    4 Credit Hours ❖
    (Spring)

    This course is a continuation of Mandarin Chinese I with additional vocabulary and grammar. Pronunciation and grammatical structures of Mandarin Chinese, with emphasis upon balanced development of all four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Covers all basic structures of the language and develops a foundation for further study of the language.

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

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

Coaching

  
  • PEO 2004 - Theory and Practice of Teaching a Specific Sport


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is designed to provide knowledge of the rules, teaching progressions and strategies for competition. The course includes acceptable behavior and ethics for coaches. This course will be offered for the following specific sports: baseball/softball, basketball, football, golf, soccer, swimming, tennis, track and field/cross country, volleyball and wrestling.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • PEO 2005 - Coaching Theory


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is designed to provide knowledge of the characteristics, principles, ethics, and theories related to coaching sports in educational and recreational settings. Emphasis is placed on preparing coaches to train athletes to achieve optimal levels of performance.

3 Credit Hours

College Success

  
  • SLS 1101 - College Success


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    A course designed to focus on developing practical study skills to enhance academic success. Skills taught in this course are time management, concentration/memorization, listening, note taking, test taking, use of college resources, establishing goals, identifying learning styles, developing career choices and learning to cope with personal issues that face many college students.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • SLS 1201 - Service Learning Seminar


    1 Credit Hour
    (Offered as needed)

    A seminar course designed to enhance and reinforce the value of civic responsibility and to provide students with a community service program opportunity by volunteering in community agencies in the public and private sectors.

1 Credit Hour
  
  • SLS 2505 - Critical Thinking


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring)

    This course is designed to teach students to become critical thinkers and to show students how to apply their thinking skills to everyday problems and issues in college, career, and personal settings. Based on discussions of timely issues, students will learn to use critical thinking.

3 Credit Hours

Computer Science

  
  • CAP 2134C - Database Security


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of database security concepts and practices. The objective of the course is to provide hands-on instruction in various database tasks that relate to securing the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information that is stored in a database. The student will be able to perform administrative tasks in different database management systems, as well as manage database user profiles, privileges, and roles. Different database application security models will be explored, as will the security advantages of utilizing virtual private databases. Finally, the process of database auditing will be explored, including auditing methods using various database management systems.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    Prereq/Corequisites: CET 2660  

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CAP 2762 - Data Mining


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course offers exploration of data mining methodologies. Topics may include decision tables, decision trees, classification rules, association rules, clustering, statistical modeling, and linear models and will focus on data warehousing, data mining and data drilling.

    Prerequisite(s): CGS 2541  or any programming language are required.  Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CET 1600C - Networking Fundamentals


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring)

    This course introduces the student to the basics of Internetworking technology. This is also the first of four courses designed to prepare a student to take the CISCO Certified Network Associate Exam. The student will study networks and layers, networking devices, IP addressing, ARP and RARP, media and design, topology, structured cabling, electricity, and electronics and network management.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CET 1610C - Routing Protocols and Concepts


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring)

    Basic Router terminology and configurations are studied in this course. The student will study router components, router configuration, IOS, TCP/IP, IP addressing, and router protocols. This is one of the four courses designed to prepare a student to take the CISCO Certified Network Associate Exam (CCNA).

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    Prereq/Corequisites: CET 1600C  is required.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CET 1675C - Introduction to IP Telephony


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    This course explains how companies are using IP Telephony equipment and software to efficiently upgrade existing telephone systems. In addition, the course will give the student a fundamental understanding of the architecture of voice communication and how signaling, call quality and public switched telephone networks operate in a LAN/WAN networking environment. The use of IP Telephony products will be discussed and how software allows companies to cost-effectively upgrade and eventually replace existing (legacy) telephone systems with more cost-effective and easy-to-use telephone equipment.

    Prerequisite(s): CET 1600C   is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CET 1854C - Introduction to Wireless Technology


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    This course teaches key wireless networking topics, including wireless technology and architecture network design, types of wireless networks, and applications. Special focus on technical matters, wireless communication products, wireless networking products, and wireless LANS products. It is recommended that all students have a least a basic knowledge of networking, including protocol, the OSI module, and TCIP/IP.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

     ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CET 2179C - PC Operating Systems A+


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    This course is designed to help prepare the student to take the A+ Certification exams by making the student proficient in personal computer operating systems, including Windows. Major topics include disk and file management, system configurations, menu driven processing, graphical user interfaces, boot files, disk caching, virtual memory, device drivers, remote assistance, and security essentials and security practices.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

     ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CET 2182C - PC Hardware A+


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    This course is designed to prepare the student to take the A+ Certification exam, by teaching the student basic technical skills needed to understand the function and operation of the major elements of personal computer systems, and how to localize and correct common hardware and software problems.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CET 2615C - LAN Switching and Wireless


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    This course introduces the student to fundamentals of LAN configurations. This is also the third of four courses designed to prepare a student to take the CISCO Certified Network Associate Exam. The student will study LAN Switching, VLANS, OSPF, EIGRP, VTP, classless routing and Access Lists.

    Prerequisite(s): CET 1610C  is required.  Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

     ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CET 2620C - Accessing the WAN


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    This course introduces the student to advanced router configurations and network design. This is also the last of four courses designed to prepare a student to take the CISCO Certified Network Associate Exam. The student will study WAN technology and design, PPP, ISDN, Frame Relay, and network management.

    Prerequisite(s): CET 2615C  isrequired.  Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CET 2660 - Network Security


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring)

    This course provides an in-depth study of network security concepts and techniques. Students examine theoretical concepts that make computer network security unique. This course provides a practical, hands-on approach when examining networking security techniques. Students examine different network strategies, explore the advancement of network implementation, and study timeless problem solving strategies.  The course is also intended to assist with preparation for the CompTIA Security+ certification.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of networking basic computer, and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CET 2682C - Cisco Voice over IP (VoIP)


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    Instruction includes, but is not limited to, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) theory, Voice Gateway configuration in a IP Telephony (IPT) solution, IP Phone configuration, design of VoIP networks and troubleshooting IPT networks. Students will design and configure various VoIP networks using case studies and laboratory equipment.

    Prerequisite(s): CET 1675C  is required. Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CET 2685C - Fundamentals of Network Security


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    Introduction to network security and overall security processes. This hands-on, skill-based course focuses on the design and implementation of security solutions to reduce the vulnerability of the network, using VPNs, network routers and a firewall. This course helps prepare the student for the CISCO Security Specialist certification.

    Prerequisite(s): CET 1610C  is required.  Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CET 2854C - Fundamentals of Wireless LANs


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    Develop, implement and troubleshoot wireless networks. This hands-on, skill-based course focuses on the design, planning and operation of wireless networks, with an overview of technologies, security, and design best practices. This course helps prepare the student for the CISCO Wireless Certification.

    Prerequisite(s): CET 1610C  is required.  Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

     ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CET 2880C - Digital Forensics Fundamentals


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall and Spring)

    This course offers a solid foundation to computer forensics investigations: preparing students to acquire and analyze digital evidence. the course covers tools and techniques and explains topics such as file structure, data recovery, e-mail and network investigations, and expert witness testimony. In addition, the student will gain practical knowledge in conducting digital investigations and preserving digital evidence that maybe used in court or corporate inquiries. 

    Prerequisite(s): CET 2660  is required. Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CET 2881C - Digital Forensics II


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    Digital Forensics II builds upon the foundational knowledge learned in digital forensics fundamentals. Students will utilize industry standard tools to conduct examinations of various digital media and document their findings. Devices to be studied include computers (server, desktop, laptop), mobile devices (tablets, cell phones, smart phones, mp3 players, gps), and devices such as DVRs and routers. Emphasis will be placed upon real-world digital forensics scenarios and the investigative thought process. At the conclusion of the class, students will be prepared to take the accessdata certified examiner (ace) examination.

    Prerequisite(s): CET 2880C  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CET 2891C - Wireless Network Security Certification


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course prepares students to secure wireless networks and protect valuable data from intruders. The following subjects are covered: intrusion tools and techniques, detection systems, WPA/WPA2/802.11i security, enterprise wireless gateways, encryption gateways, secure wireless bridging, and wireless VPN routers. This course prepares students for the compTIA wireless certification exam.

    Prerequisite(s): CET 1854C  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CET 2892C - Advanced Network Security


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    This course examines advanced network security topics including, but not limited to, advanced topics in integration of hardware firewalls, advanced topics in Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), advanced topics in Internet Protocol-security (IPSec), and advanced topics in Virtual Private Networking (VPN) in network security design. Students will implement designs using equipment in a laboratory setting.

    Prerequisite(s): CET 2660  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CET 2940 - Computer Engineering Internship


    1 Credit Hour
    (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): active enrollment in an appropriate degree program and permission of the instructor.  Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree. ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.

1 Credit Hour
  
  • CET 2941 - Computer Engineering Internship


    2 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): Active enrollment in an appropriate technical degree program and permission of the instructor.  Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree. ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.

2 Credit Hours
  
  • CET 2942 - Computer Engineering Internship


    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): active enrollment in an appropriate technical degree program and permission of the instructor.  Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree. ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • CGS 1030 - Computer Basics


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring)

    This is an introductory course for basic computer use, including the Internet. It addresses the use of computers for personal, business, and college purposes. It introduces the Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Hands-on use of a personal computer is required.

    Prerequisite(s): none

3 Credit Hours
  
  • CGS 1100 - Microcomputer Applications


    3 Credit Hours ▲
    (Fall, Spring)

    This is a hands-on course using computer software including discussion and practical applications of the Windows operating system, computing concepts, Internet, word processing, spreadsheets, database management, presentation software, and various communications topics.

    Prerequisite(s): none

    ▲ 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.    
3 Credit Hours ▲
  
  • CGS 1550 - Introduction to World Wide Web


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    This course provides an introduction to the required hardware, software, procedures, uses and building web pages on the World Wide Web and the Internet.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CGS 1570 - Computer Applications for Business


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring)

    This is a hands-on course using computer software (word processing, spreadsheet and database) to facilitate the activities involved in the business environment.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CGS 1843 - Introduction to E-Commerce


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the dynamics of electronic commerce and how it links information technology to business objectives. Course may not transfer to all State University System institutions.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CGS 2541 - Introduction to Database Concepts


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    This course will provide an introduction to data modeling and the design and implementation of relational databases and extend the students’ understanding of the principles and techniques used in the design and implementation of modern database systems.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CGS 2544 - Advanced Database Concepts


    3 Credit Hours
    (Summer)

    The aim of this course is to explore advanced database concepts including an advanced exploration of data modeling and the design and implementation of relational databases. This course will extend the students’ understanding of advanced principles and techniques used in the design and implementation of modern database systems and explore database problems and potential solutions.

    Prerequisite(s): CGS 2541  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CGS 2820 - Web Design


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    This course introduces programming in techniques associated with web-based languages. The student will learn to create innovative and useful window programs. Topics to be discussed include variables, string handling, loops and arrays, formatting techniques, labels, buttons, menus, loading and saving, error handling, graphics and linking applications.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CIS 1000 - Introduction to Computer Science


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    A broad survey of computing and computer science topics appropriate for computer science, computer engineering, and information systems students. Math placement at the college algebra level strongly advised.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CIS 1531 - Scripting for Cybersecurity Professionals


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    Scripting for Cybersecurity Professionals introduces the student to a variety of scripting languages. These scripting languages are an integral part of modern penetration testing tools. The course starts with an introduction to flowcharting, windows batch files and Linux shell scripting. With the importance of web attacks, the students will cover html and JavaScript. As a prerequisite course to offensive security (advanced penetrating testing), this curriculum covers ruby and python scripting, concluding with a brief overview of assembly, debugging and disassembly. 

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CIS 1940 - Internship in Computer Studies


    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): Active enrollment in an appropriate technical degree program and permission of the instructor.  Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    This course  may be taken up to two times for credit.

    * This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree. ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • CIS 2352C - Ethical Hacking Fundamentals


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the techniques and methodologies of security penetration testing. This course provides hands-on instruction using the various tools and methods that security professionals use to analyze an information system in order to discover vulnerabilities and protect against information loss, cyber-terrorism, and corporate espionage. The student will be introduced to fundamental security testing concepts, gain practical knowledge of computer programming, learn how to properly document a security test, and explore the legal and ethical ramifications of penetration testing. Students will also learn how to apply the appropriate countermeasures in order to reduce the risk that an organization faces.

    Prerequisite(s): CTS 1134  is required. Knowledge of networking, basic computer, and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 1000 - Introduction to Programming Concepts and Logic


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    General survey of programming/problem solving techniques. Includes an introduction to structured programming. Algorithm development will employ the use of a modern programming language.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 2010 - Visual Basic Programming


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    This course introduces programming in Visual Basic.Net. The student will learn to create innovative and dynamic data structures using Rapid Application Development techniques. Topics to be discussed include: graphical user interface development and object-oriented programming.

    Prerequisite(s): COP 1000  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 2011 - Advanced Applications Programming in Visual Basic


    3 Credit Hours
    (Summer)

    This course introduces the advanced features of Visual Basic.Net. The student will learn to create advanced versions of innovative and useful Windows programs using Rapid Application Development techniques. Topics to be discussed include: basic and advanced graphical user interface development; sequential file processing; advanced object-oriented programming; ActiveX components; advanced database management development including interfacing to external applications and Visual Basic’s internal database manager; multimedia, networking; and advanced data structures.

    Prerequisite(s): COP 1000  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 2030 - Programming In Python


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    An Introduction to Python programming language using microcomputers. Topics include Python basics, use of Python control and data structures, use of Python function, Python 110, and implementation of basic programming tasks.

    Prerequisite(s):   is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 2176 - Visual Basic ADO.Net


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    The aim of this course is to provide an advanced level of knowledge in database programming using Visual Basic’s ADO.Net, using normalization, object and relational types, modeling, data validation, and structured query language (SQL) in creating database applications.

    Prerequisite(s):  COP 2010  is required.  Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    Corequisite(s): CGS 2544 , COP 2011 .

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 2220 - Programming in C


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    An introduction to C programming language using microcomputers.

    Prerequisite(s): COP 1000  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 2222 - Advanced Programming in C


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    An advanced exploration of the C programming language using microcomputers.

    Prerequisite(s): COP 2220  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 2224 - Programming in C++


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    An introduction to C++ programming using microcomputers.

    Prerequisite(s):   is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 2228 - Advanced Programming in C++


    3 Credit Hours
    (Summer)

    An advanced exploration of the C++ programming language using microcomputers.

    Prerequisite(s): COP 2224  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 2360 - Programming in C Sharp (C#)


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    An introduction to the C# programming language using microcomputers.

    Prerequisite(s): COP 1000  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 2362 - Advanced Programming in C Sharp (C#)


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

     

    This hands-on course examines how to utilize advanced features in the .NET Framework using the C# programming language, in order to build sophisticated applications. Students will work with advanced object-oriented programming topics, including inheritance, partial classes and generics.

    Prerequisite(s):  

    COP 2360  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 2650 - Introduction to Mobile Programming


    3 Credit Hours ▲
    (Fall)

    A broad survey of the development of mobile applications and the use of mobile devices.  This course will help the student understand the development process for mobile devices, security measures that should be taken and will provide an overview of developing for both the Android and iOS mobile environments.

    Prerequisite(s): COP 1000  is required. Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours ▲
  
  • COP 2654 - Programming for Mobile Devices: iOS (iPhone/iPad)


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This class teaches the fundamentals and provides a broad perspective of the iPhone SDK platform. It begins with an overview of the Objective-C language and progresses into the details of the UIKit, as well as several other frameworks essential for development on the iPhone and iPad.

    Prerequisite(s): COP 1000  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 2658 - Advanced Programming for Mobile Devices: iOS (iPhone/iPad)


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This class teaches the advanced IOS programming topics and provides a broad perspective of the IPhone SDK platform. It begins with an overview of the Objective-C language and progressed into the advanced details of the UIKit, as well as several other frameworks essential for advanced development of the iPhone and iPad.

    Prerequisite(s): COP 2654  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 2660 - Programming for Mobile Devices: Android


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This class teaches the fundamentals and provides a broad perspective of the Android development platform. It begins with an overview of the Java language and progresses into the details of the developing for Android-based mobile devices and tablets. The curriculum also covers several other frameworks essential for development on the Android platform.

    Prerequisite(s): COP 1000  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 2662 - Advanced Programming for Mobile Devices: Android


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This class teaches advanced concepts and provides a broad perspective of the Android development platform. It begins with an overview of the Java language and progresses into the details of the developing for Android-based mobile devises and tablets. The curriculum also covers several other frameworks essential for development on the Android platform.

    Prerequisite(s): COP 2660  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 2700 - Introduction to SQL


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    An introduction to SQL and the design and creation of object-oriented databases (using SQL). Topics include storing, retrieving, updating and displaying data using Structured Query Language (SQL).

    Prerequisite(s): COP 1000  is required. Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 2702 - Introduction to PL-SQL


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

     An introduction to PL-SQL and the design and creation of object-oriented databases (using PL-SQL). Topics include storing, retrieving, updating and displaying data using PL-SQL and Oracle. 

    Prerequisite(s): COP 1000  and CTS 2440  are required. Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended. 

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 2800 - Introduction to Java Programming


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring)

    An introduction to programming using the Java language. Students will develop and apply individual programs.

    Prerequisite(s): COP 1000  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 2805 - Advanced Java Programming


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    An advanced level programming course using advanced Java techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): COP 2800  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • COP 2840 - Web-based Programming I


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    This course is designed to extend the student’s understanding of web-based programming techniques, and give them practical experience in the use of a range of technologies for creating e-Commerce applications.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CTS 1106 - Fundamentals of UNIX


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    This course is designed to introduce the UNIX operating system to new users. The student will learn fundamental features of the operating system, including file system navigation, file permissions, editors, command shells, and basic network use. Provides a foundation for more advanced courses in administration and certification.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of networking, basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CTS 1134 - Network Foundations


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    This course is designed to introduce students to the terminology and concepts of the network industry, including data communications and network services, OSI Model, topology, network media, connectivity devices and security. This is preparation for the CompTIA Network+ certification and the first course in the MCSE/MCSA certification program.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CTS 1142 - Information Technology Project Management


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    This introductory course teaches the essentials of information technology project management. This course provides an introduction to the project management body of knowledge, as specified by CompTIA project+. The course discusses the processes, methods, techniques and tools that organizations use to manage information systems projects. The course covers a systematic methodology for initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing projects and emphasizes the important special considerations which apply to information technology projects.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of networking, basic computer, and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CTS 1156C - Desktop Support


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    This course introduces the helpdesk skills to troubleshoot hardware or software operation and application problems for end users on the desktop or client-side, based on the Windows operating system. It is designed to help prepare the student to take the two core exams (70-620 and 70-622) required for certification as an MCITP: Enterprise Support Technician students should have user-level competency with Windows and MS Office.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CTS 2104 - Introduction to Windows


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    An introduction to operating systems in general with emphasis on Windows.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CTS 2127 - Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    This course covers security topics from a management perspective to include, security and risk management, asset security, security architecture and engineering, communication and network security, identity and access management, security assessment and testing, security operations, and software development security. This course will prepare students for management level security responsibilities. This course will prepare the student for the industry certification by ISC2: Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) exam.

     

     

    Prerequisite(s):  CET 2685C  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

     

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • CTS 2143C - CompTIA Server+


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    This course provides advanced concepts in server hardware components and troubleshooting in a non-vendor-specific environment. Introduction to server installation, server storage concepts, administering services, server roles, virtualization, performance monitoring, security, data protection, and maintenance.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CTS 2145 - Cloud Essentials


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    The course covers cloud concepts and models; virtualization; cloud infrastructure; resource management; security; and systems management. It includes implementation, maintenance and delivery of cloud technologies and infrastructures while ensuring proper security measures are maintained to mitigate risks and threats.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of networking, basic computer, and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CTS 2163C - Windows Client Operating System


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    This course addresses the implementation and desktop support needs of the MS client software, including installation, configuration and management of hardware and file systems, user profiles, remote users, and monitoring of resources and performance. Recommended level of knowledge: A+, Network +, Security +. This course prepares the student for the MCTS exam, a core requirement for Windows MCITP.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CTS 2302C - Windows Active Directory


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    This course focuses on a Windows server directory service environment, including forest and domain structure, DNS, site topology and replication, organizational unit structure and delegation of administration, Group Policy, and user/group/computer account strategies. Recommended level of knowledge: A+, Network +, Security +. This course prepares the student for the MCTS exam, a core requirement for Windows MCITP.

    Prerequisite(s): CTS 1156C  is required. Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CTS 2314C - Network Defense and Countermeasures


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    This course will explore concepts of network defense and countermeasures as well as hardware and software required to design, configure and implement secure networks. Security topics covered in this course include firewalls, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Virtual Private Networks (VPN) and policy creation using the Windows Operating System (OS), Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) packet and signature analysis. The student will get hands-on instruction installing the network defense mechanisms and countermeasure applications. Software will be used for collecting, monitoring and auditing various activities; students will analyze threats and intrusions.

    Prerequisite(s): CET 2660  is required. Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CTS 2321 - UNIX Administration


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is designed for network administrators in a UNIX operating environment. UNIX operating system concepts, architecture and administration will be explored using Linux. Includes shell programming, database managements, rapid application development, and programming tools such as PERL and C++.

    Prerequisite(s): CTS 1134  is required. Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    Corequisite(s): CTS 1106  

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CTS 2346C - Windows Server Administrator


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course will provide students with the opportunity to develop the skills required to manage accounts and resources, maintain server resources, monitor server performance, and safeguard data. Recommended knowledge level: A+, Network +, Security + and Win client operating system. This course prepares the student for the MCITP exam.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CTS 2347C - Windows Network Infrastructure


    3 Credit Hours
    (As Needed)

    This course addresses the configuration of Windows Server network infrastructure. Topics covered include: routing and remote access, network access protection, network authentication, IPv4 and IPv6 addressing, DHCP, DNS, WINS, DFS, IPSec, and security. Recommended level of knowledge: A+, Network +, Security +. This course prepares the student for the MCTS exam, a core requirement for Windows MCITP.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of networking, basic computer, and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CTS 2390C - Installing and Configuring Windows Server


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring)

    This course is the first of a series of three courses which provide the skills and knowledge necessary to implement a core Windows Server infrastructure in an existing enterprise environment. The three courses in total collectively cover implementing, managing, maintaining, and provisioning services and infrastructure in a Windows Server environment. While there is some cross-over in skill set and tasks across the courses, this course primarily covers the initial implementation and configuration of those core services, such as Active Directory Domain Services, networking services, and initial Hyper-V configuration.

    Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CTS 2391C - Administering Windows Server


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    This course is the second in a series of three courses which provide the skills and knowledge necessary to implement a core Windows Server infrastructure in an existing enterprise environment. The three courses in total will collectively cover implementing, managing, maintaining and provisioning services and infrastructure in a Windows Server environment. While there is some cross-over in skills and tasks across the courses, this course will primarily cover the administration tasks necessary to maintain a Windows Server infrastructure, such as user and group management, network access and data security and is also preparation material for, Exam 70-411: Administering Windows Server.

    Prerequisite(s): CTS 2390C  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CTS 2392C - Configuring Advanced Windows Server


    3 Credit Hours
    (Summer)

    This course is the third in a series of three courses which provide the skills and knowledge necessary to implement a core Windows Server Infrastructure in an existing enterprise environment. While there is some cross-over in skill sets and tasks across the three courses this course will primarily cover advanced configuration and services tasks necessary to deploy, manage and maintain a Windows Server infrastructure, such as identity management and identity federation, network load balancing, business continuity and disaster recovery, fault tolerance and rights management. This course is also preparation material, and maps directly to, Exam 70-412: Configuring Advanced Windows Server Services.

    Prerequisite(s): CTS 2391C  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CTS 2437 - Administering SQL Server Database


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course provides students with the skills required to install, configure, administer and troubleshoot the client-server database management system of Microsoft SQL Server. This is preparation for the MCP exam, an elective requirement for Windows MCSA/MCSE.

    Prerequisite(s): CTS 1134  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • CTS 2438 - Advanced SQL Server Database


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course provides students with advanced topics required to install, configure, administer and troubleshoot the client-server database management system of Microsoft SQL Server. This course is designed to prepare the student for certification, an elective requirement for the Windows MCSA/MCSE.

    Prerequisite(s): CTS 2437  is required and knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

    ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
3 Credit Hours
  
  • ISM 3220 - Network Technologies for Information Professionals


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    This course is designed to give the student an understanding of the various networking technologies and their practical application in the management of a business. The course also covers the technical issues involved in designing and implementing an efficient network for voice, data, and information networks. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing and at least two information technology or computer science courses at a college or university level.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • ISM 3232 - Software Essentials


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    This course covers a broad range of software topics as they apply to software management and systems analysis and design. Topics include, but are not limited to programming, the systems development life cycle (SDLC), systems management, interface design and Internet technology. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing and at least two information technology or computer science courses at a college or university level.  Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • ISM 3323 - Applications in Information Security


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    This course helps develop the important security concepts relative to software application development and access control that provide the knowledge and skills necessary for the successful management of information security in an organization. Students will understand the environment where software is designed and developed as well as the critical role software plays in providing security to an organization’s information systems. The course focuses on software development concepts that relate to security, and how access control methodologies fit into the entire enterprise architecture. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing and at least two information technology or computer science courses at a college or university level.  Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • ISM 4011 - Information Systems Management


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    This course provides a study of the language, concepts, structures, and processes involved in management of information systems, including the fundamentals of computer-based technology and the use of business-based software for support of managerial decisions. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing and at least two information technology or computer science courses at a college or university level.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • ISM 4480 - Electronic Commerce Systems and Strategies


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is designed to familiarize the student with the management approach to defining and implementing e-commerce (EC) systems. The course addresses the digital economy, EC strategy and marketing, EC models (Business to Business, Business to Consumer, etc.) as well as EC architectures. The course will cover management and regulatory issues in EC such as internationalization, electronic payment methods, Internet fraud, mobile e-commerce, and current implementation technologies. Architectures and inter-dependence (i.e. integration) of systems will be covered.

    Prerequisite(s): upper division standing and at least two information technology or computer science courses at a college or university level.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • ISM 4930 - Special Topics - Technology Management


    3 Credit Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This is an individual or group course designed to provide students with the opportunity to pursue a special topic(s) in
    depth; may be repeated as topics change.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing and permission of instructor. 

    This course may be taken up to two times for credit.
3 Credit Hours

Corrections

  
  • CJK 0340 - Corrections CCP Physical Fitness


    30 Clock Hours
    (Offered as needed)

    This course is a component of the Law Enforcement Florida CMS and Correctional Officer Basic Recruit Academies.  It is designed to encourage students to improve their overall physical fitness, improve their score on the final fitness evaluation, and adopt a foundation for lifelong fitness.   This course is open only to students admitted to the Law Enforcement Florida CMS Basic Recruit Academy or Correctional Officer Basic Recruit Academy.

    *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.
30 Clock Hours

Criminal Justice

  
  • CCJ 1010 - Introduction to Criminology


    3 Credit Hours
    (Spring)

    A study of the nature and causes of crime and delinquency; the development of delinquent and criminal behavior; theory development in criminology, crime rates and trends, victimology and particular crime pattern areas.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • CCJ 1020 - Introduction to Criminal Justice


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    An introduction to the philosophical and historical background of law enforcement and the administration of criminal justice. Organization and jurisdiction of local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, court and criminal procedures, career opportunities in the Criminal Justice field are also covered.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • CCJ 1941 - Internship – Criminal Justice


    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): Permission of the instructor

    This course may be taken up to two times for credit.

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

3 Credit Hours
  
  • CCJ 2509 - Introduction to Gangs and Crime


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course provides students with an overview of street gangs, the social factors, and the general classifications necessary for the law enforcement, corrections, and public safety professional.  This course explores the history, membership, activity, current trends, and influence of street gangs.  Students will be challenged to define community-based solutions and strategies to combat the criminal activity associated with street gangs.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • CCJ 2934 - Special Topics in Criminal Justice


    2 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course centers around topics of current interest or of special interest to students or instructors.  Topics or focus may vary from semester to semester.

    *This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
2 Credit Hours
  
  • CJC 2000 - Introduction to Corrections


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    Theories of punishment and incarceration; the organization of correction programs and institutions, principles of probation and parole, role of parole and probation officers, legal implications; and problems of rehabilitation are covered. This course may be used in transfer to UWF and may be accepted at other upper division schools. Students should consult the department for program planning.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • CJE 1642C - Introduction to Crime Scene Technology


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course explains and discusses the principals and theories in crime scene technology.  The course covers specialized collection procedures for biological evidence, weapons, traffic crash evidence, arson evidence, gunshot residue, blood splatter and bodies.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • CJE 1735 - Unmanned Vehicle Legal Requirements and Case Law


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall)

    This course examines the legal requirements and limits of drone operation by law enforcement.  The course will also introduce the student to case studies, guidelines, laws, and protocols for law enforcement operations in contrast to use by private citizens.  Additionally, this case will examine and define expectations of privacy, based on case law as set forth by the United States Supreme Court.  Case studies and Supreme Court decisions from the last century based on the fourth amendment and due process of law, will be studied for class projects.  Each student will be required to submit a research paper on a specific related topic as assigned by the instructor.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • CJE 2300 - Police Administration and Organization


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course presents the principles of organization and administration in law enforcement including functions and activities, planning and research, public relations, personnel and training, inspection and control, records and communications and custody.

3 Credit Hours
  
  • CJE 2330 - Ethics in Criminal Justice


    3 Credit Hours
    (Fall, Spring, Summer)

    This course is a detailed exploration of ethical issues in Criminal justice with special emphasis on morality and the law, human behavior, and ethical decision making in law enforcement, corrections and the courts.

3 Credit Hours
 

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