May 05, 2024  
2022-2023 
    
2022-2023 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Business Management

  
  • BMGT 1341 - Business Ethics


    CIP Code 520201

    3 Course Credits

    Define business ethics; identify the consequences of unethical business practices; describe reasoning for analyzing ethical dilemmas; describe different ethical views; explain how business, government, and society function interactively; and explain corporate social responsibility.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • BMGT 1344 - Negotiations & Conflict Management


    CIP Code 520201

    3 Course Credits

    Theories which aid in the diagnosis of interpersonal and intergroup conflict. The role of manager as negotiator, intermediary, and problem-solver.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • BMGT 2305 - Advanced Communication in Management


    CIP Code 520201

    3 Course Credits

    A study of advanced principles of oral and written communications for managers.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • BMGT 2309 - Leadership


    CIP Code 520201

    3 Course Credits

    Leadership and its relationship to management. Prepares the student with leadership and communication skills needed to motivate and identify leadership styles.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • BMGT 2310 - Financial Management


    CIP Code 520201

    3 Course Credits

    Examination of accounting information to support managerial decision-making processes. Topics include managerial concepts and systems, various analyses for decision making, and planning and control.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • BMGT 2331 - Principles of Quality Management


    CIP Code 520201

    3 Course Credits

    Includes planning and implementing quality programs in an organization and analyzing cost/benefit of quality. Also covers the impact of employee empowerment.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • BMGT 2341 - Strategic Management


    CIP Code 520201

    3 Course Credits

    Strategic management process, including analysis of how organizations develop and implement a strategy for achieving organizational objectives in a changing environment.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • BMGT 2347 - Critical Thinking & Problem Solving


    CIP Code 520205

    3 Course Credits

    Interpreting data for problem solving and recommending corrective action. Emphasis on a structured approach to critical thinking and problem solving in a team environment.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • BMGT 2382 - Cooperative Education - Business Administration & Management, General II


    CIP Code 520201

    3 Course Credits

    Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through an individualized agreement between the college, employer and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid or unpaid work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. Contact Dept. Chair prior to registering.

    1 Lecture Hours Per Week
    20 Co-op Hours Per Week
    336 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECCOO

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course

Cardiovascular Technology

  
  • CVTT 1161 - Clinical-Cardiovascular Technology


    CIP Code 510901

    1 Course Credits

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Emphasis will be placed on ECG, Stress Testing, Holter monitoring and patient care.

    6 Clinical Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: CLI

    Registration Restrictions: Restricted to Diagnostic Sonography students

    Co-requisites: DSAE 2303 ;
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course

Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 1405 - Introductory Chemistry I


    CIP Code 4005015103

    4 Course Credits

    Survey course introducing chemistry. Topics may include inorganic, organic, biochemistry, food/physiological chemistry, and environmental/consumer chemistry. Designed for non-science and allied health students. When offered as an Honors class, this course will feature a seminar setting, additional coursework, and individualized student evaluation.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    3 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Registration Restrictions: Must pass TSI in Reading or take INRW 0310 

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CHEM 1411 - General Chemistry I


    CIP Code 4005015403

    4 Course Credits

    Fundamental principles of chemistry for majors in the sciences, health sciences, and engineering; topics include measurements, fundamental properties of matter, states of matter, chemical reactions, chemical stoichiometry, periodicity of elemental properties, atomic structure, chemical bonding, molecular structure, solutions, properties of gases and an introduction to thermodynamics and descriptive chemistry. When offered as an Honors class, this course will feature a seminar setting, additional coursework, and individualized student evaluation. It is recommended to have had previous coursework in chemistry within the last five years; at least high school chemistry or CHEM 1405 .

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    3 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Registration Restrictions: Must pass TSI in Reading or take INRW 0310 

    Prerequisites: MATH 1314  or MATH 1324 ; Minimum grade C;
    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CHEM 1412 - General Chemistry II


    CIP Code 4005015703

    4 Course Credits

    Chemical equilibrium; phase diagrams and spectrometry; acid-base concepts; thermodynamics; kinetics; electrochemistry; nuclear chemistry; an introduction to organic chemistry and descriptive inorganic chemistry.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    3 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Registration Restrictions: Must pass TSI in Reading or take INRW 0310 

    Prerequisites: CHEM 1411 ; Minimum grade C;
    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CHEM 2423 - Organic Chemistry I


    CIP Code 4005045203

    4 Course Credits

    Fundamental principles of organic chemistry will be studied, including the structure, bonding, properties, and reactivity of organic molecules; and properties and behavior of organic compounds and their derivatives. Emphasis is placed on organic synthesis and mechanisms. Includes study of covalent and ionic bonding, nomenclature, stereochemistry, structure and reactivity, reaction mechanisms, functional groups, and synthesis of simple molecules. THIS COURSE IS INTENDED FOR STUDENTS IN SCIENCE OR PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    4 Lab Hours Per Week
    112 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Registration Restrictions: Must pass TSI in Reading or take INRW 0310 

    Prerequisites: CHEM 1412 ; Minimum grade C;
    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CHEM 2425 - Organic Chemistry II


    CIP Code 4005045203

    4 Course Credits

    Advanced principles of organic chemistry will be studied, including the structure, properties, and reactivity of aliphatic and aromatic organic molecules; and properties and behavior of organic compounds and their derivatives. Emphasis is placed on organic synthesis and mechanisms. Includes study of covalent and ionic bonding, nomenclature, stereochemistry, structure and reactivity, reaction mechanisms, functional groups, and synthesis of simple molecules. THIS COURSE IS INTENDED FOR STUDENTS IN SCIENCE OR PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    4 Lab Hours Per Week
    112 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Registration Restrictions: Must pass TSI in Reading or take INRW 0310 

    Prerequisites: CHEM 2423 ; Minimum grade C;
    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course

Chemistry-Physics for Tech Programs

  
  • SCIT 1414 - Applied General Chemistry I


    CIP Code 400501

    4 Course Credits

    Industrial chemistry introduces students to the fundamentals of chemistry, particularly as they apply to process system operations. Topics covered include atomic structure, elements, compounds, mixtures, equations, material balances, inorganic and organic process reactions. Particular emphasis is placed on hydrocarbon chemistry–the many families that are found in crude oil and natural gas. Included are typical process reactions such as alkylation, hydrogenation, polymerization, olefins production, etc.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    80 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • SCIT 1420 - Physics for Allied Health


    CIP Code 510000

    4 Course Credits

    An introduction to physics with emphasis on applications to health related fields of study. Topics include forces, motion, work and energy, fluids, heat, electricity and magnetism, wave motion, sound, electromagnetic radiation, and nuclear radiation.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    3 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Registration Restrictions: TSI met in Math or completion in MATH 0312  or equivalent.

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course

Child Care

  
  • TECA 1303 - Family, School and Community


    CIP Code 1301015209

    3 Course Credits

    A study of the child, family, community, and schools, including parent education and involvement, family and community lifestyles, child abuse, and current family life issues. Course content must be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards and coincide with the National Association for the Education of Young Children position statement related to developmentally appropriate practices for children from birth through age eight. Requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations. The course includes a minimum of 16 hours of field experiences.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    1 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Registration Restrictions: Must pass TSI in Reading or take INRW 0310 
    Must pass TSI in Writing or take INRW 0310 

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • TECA 1318 - Wellness of the Young Child


    CIP Code 1301015309

    3 Course Credits

    A study of the factors that impact the well-being of the young child including healthy behavior, food, nutrition, fitness, and safety practices. Focuses on local and national standards and legal implications of relevant policies and regulations. Course content must be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards and coincide with the National Association for the Education of Young Children position statement related to developmentally appropriate practices for children from birth to age eight. Requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations. Course includes a minimum of 16 hours of field experiences.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    1 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Registration Restrictions: Must pass TSI in Reading or take INRW 0310 
    Must pass TSI in Writing or take INRW 0310 

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • TECA 1354 - Child Growth and Development


    CIP Code 1312025209

    3 Course Credits

    A study of the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive factors impacting growth and development of children through adolescence.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Registration Restrictions: Must pass TSI in Reading or take INRW 0310 
    Must pass TSI in Writing or take INRW 0310 

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course

Child Development

  
  • CDEC 1311 - Educating Young Children


    CIP Code 190706

    3 Course Credits

    An introduction to the education of the young child. Includes developmentally appropriate practices and programs, theoretical and historical perspectives, ethical and professional responsibilities, and current issues. Course content is aligned with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards. Requires students to participate in a minimum of 16 hours of field experience with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    1 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CDEC 1313 - Curriculum Resources for Early Childhood Programs


    CIP Code 190709

    3 Course Credits

    A study of the fundamentals of developmentally appropriate curriculum design and implementation in early care and education programs for children birth through age eight. The student will define developmentally appropriate practices; describe the process of child-centered curriculum development; develop guidelines for creating learning environments; describe teacher roles in early childhood classrooms; prepare a developmentally appropriate schedule including routines and transitions; and select, plan, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CDEC 1318 - Wellness of the Young Child


    CIP Code 190706

    3 Course Credits

    Factors impacting the well-being of young children. Includes healthy behavior, food, nutrition, fitness, and safety practices. Focuses on local and national standards and legal implications of relevant policies and regulations. Course content is aligned with State Board of Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards. Requires students to participate in a minimum of 16 hours field experience with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    1 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CDEC 1319 - Child Guidance


    CIP Code 190709

    3 Course Credits

    An exploration of guidance strategies for promoting prosocial behaviors with individual and groups of children. Emphasis on positive guidance principles and techniques, family involvement, and cultural influences. The student will describe theories related to child guidance; explain how guidance promotes autonomy, self-discipline, and pro-social skills; identify familial and cultural influences on child guidance; and apply guidance techniques.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CDEC 1321 - The Infant and Toddler


    CIP Code 190709

    3 Course Credits

    A study of appropriate infant and toddler programs (birth to age 3), including an overview of development, quality routines, learning environments, materials and activities, and teaching/guidance techniques. The student will summarize prenatal development and the birth process; discuss theories of development as they apply to infants and toddlers; outline growth and development of children from birth to age 3; analyze components of teacher/child interactions and positive guidance techniques; design learning environments; and select materials and activities for infants and toddlers.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CDEC 1356 - Emergent Literacy for Early Childhood


    CIP Code 190706

    3 Course Credits

    An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching language and literacy through a play-based integrated curriculum to children from birth through age eight. The student will define literacy and emergent literacy; analyze theories of language development; describe the teacher’s role in promoting emergent literacy; and create literacy environments and experiences for children.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    1 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CDEC 1358 - Creative Arts for Early Childhood


    CIP Code 190709

    3 Course Credits

    An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching music, movement, visual arts, and dramatic play through process-oriented experiences to support divergent thinking for children birth through age eight. The student will define the creative process; describe developmental sequences of creative arts; analyze teacher roles in enhancing creativity; describe concepts taught through the creative arts; identify components of creative environments; and assess creative arts activities.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    1 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CDEC 1359 - Children With Special Needs


    CIP Code 190709

    3 Course Credits

    A survey of information regarding children with special needs including possible causes and characteristics of exceptionalities, intervention strategies, available resources, referral processes, the advocacy role, and legislative issues. The student will summarize causes, incidences and characteristics of exceptionalities related to the domains of development; discuss current terminology and practices for intervention strategies; identify appropriate community resources and referrals for individual children and families; identify legislation and legal mandates and their impact on practices and environments; explain the role of advocacy for children with special needs and their families; and identify materials and resources, including current technology, to support learning in all domains for each and every child.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CDEC 1384 - Cooperative Ed in Child Development I


    CIP Code 190706

    3 Course Credits

    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. As outlined in the learning plan, apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry; and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.

    1 Lecture Hours Per Week
    20 Co-op Hours Per Week
    336 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECCOO

    Prerequisites: 6 credits; From Department CDEC;
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  • CDEC 2307 - Math and Science for Early Childhood


    CIP Code 190709

    3 Course Credits

    Exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching children math and science concepts and process skills through discovery and play. The student will align the sequence of cognitive development to the acquisition of math and science concepts; explain the scientific process and its application to early care and education environments; develop strategies which promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills in children; plan discovery experiences using observation and assessment; and evaluate developmentally appropriate materials, equipment, and environments to support the attainment of math and science concepts and skills.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    1 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CDEC 2426 - Administration of Programs Children I1


    CIP Code 190708

    4 Course Credits

    Application of management procedures for early care and education programs. Includes planning, operating, supervising, and evaluating programs. Topics cover philosophy, types of programs, policies, fiscal management, regulations, staffing, evaluation, and communication. Student will develop an initial operational plan; identify the functions of an administrator; and evaluate an early care and education program.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    80 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CDEC 2428 - Administration of Programs Children II2


    CIP Code 190708

    4 Course Credits

    An in-depth study of the skills and techniques in managing early care and education programs, including legal and ethical issues, personnel management, team building, leadership, conflict resolution, stress management, advocacy, professionalism, fiscal analysis, technical applications in programs and planning parent education/partnerships. Student will discuss codes of ethical conduct; explain the administrator’s role in advocacy; describe interpersonal management skills; explain legal issues; and evaluate parent involvement strategies.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    80 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course

Communications

  
  • COMM 1307 - Introduction to Mass Communication


    CIP Code 0901025106

    3 Course Credits

    Survey of basic content and structural elements of mass media and their functions and influences on society.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • COMM 1318 - Photography I


    CIP Code 5006055126

    3 Course Credits

    Introduction to the basics of photography, including techniques and equipment operation. Photographic equipment provided.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    4 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • COMM 1336 - Video Production I


    CIP Code 1002025206

    3 Course Credits

    Practical experience in the operation of studio and control room equipment, including both pre- and post-production needs.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    4 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • COMM 1337 - Video Production II


    CIP Code 1002025206

    3 Course Credits

    Practical experience in the operation of television studio, control room equipment and field production equipment and includes both pre- and post-production needs.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    4 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • COMM 2303 - Audio Production


    CIP Code 1002025106

    3 Course Credits

    Practical experience in the operation of audio equipment, including both pre- and post-production needs.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • COMM 2305 - Editing & Layout


    CIP Code 0904015106

    3 Course Credits

    Editing and layout processes, with emphasis on accuracy and fairness, including the principles and techniques of design.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    4 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • COMM 2311 - Media Writing


    CIP Code 0904015706

    3 Course Credits

    Fundamental of writing for the mass media. Includes instruction in professional methods and techniques for gathering, processing and delivering content.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    4 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • COMM 2366 - Film Appreciation


    CIP Code 5006015126

    3 Course Credits

    Survey and analyze cinema including history, film techniques, production procedures, selected motion pictures, and cinema’s impact on and reflection of society. Cross-listed as DRAM-2366.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    4 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Registration Restrictions: Must pass TSI in Reading or take INRW 0309  

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course

Companion International Studies

  
  • NCCI 0101 - Writing for Non-Native Speakers


    CIP Code 3201086312

    1 Course Credits

    Focuses on strategies and techniques of writing and composition. Open only to non-native speakers. NCCI is a companion non-course based option to ENGL 1301  and ENGL 1302  for international students and non-native speakers. Topics include American Academic rhetorical structure, cultural expectations, student-specific English grammar and language patterns, as well as supporting ENGL 1301  instruction. NCCI is a Non-Course Based ESOL class.

    1.5 Lecture Hours Per Week
    24 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Co-requisites: ENGL 1301 
    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course

Computer Information Technology

  
  • ITMT 1357 - Administering Windows Server OS


    CIP Code 110901

    3 Course Credits

    A study of administrative tasks needed to maintain a Windows Server operating system including user and group management, network assess and data security. Topics include how to implement, configure and manage Group Policy infrastructure, Group Policy objects (GPOs) using links, security groups, WMI filters, loopback processing, preference targeting and troubleshooting policy application.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: ITMT 1358  
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITMT 1358 - Windows Client Operating System


    CIP Code 110901

    3 Course Credits

    A study of Windows operating system; installation, configuration, and troubleshooting; file management; users accounts and permissions; security features; network connectivity; setup of external devices; optimization and customization; and deployment of application, with hand-on experience.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITMT 2305 - Designing & Implementing Server Infrastructure


    CIP Code 110901

    3 Course Credits

    This course covers planning and deploying a server infrastructure; designing and implementing network infrastructure services; designing and implementing network access services and Active Directory infrastructure.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Registration Restrictions: ITNW 1354  ITSY 2300  

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITNW 1313 - Computer Virtualization


    CIP Code 110901

    3 Course Credits

    Implement and support virtualization of clients of servers in a networked computing environment. This course explores installation, configuration, and management of computer virtualization workstation and servers.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: ITMT 1358  
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITNW 1325 - Fundamentals of Networking


    CIP Code 111002

    3 Course Credits

    Instruction in networking technologies and their implementation. Topics include the OSI reference model, network protocols, transmission media, and networking hardware and software.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITNW 1353 - Supporting Network Server Infrastructure


    CIP Code 110901

    3 Course Credits

    Installing, configuring, managing, and supporting a network infrastructure. Install and configure DHCP, DNS, remote access, network security using public key infrastructure; integrate network services; and deploy operating systems using remote installation services.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: ITNW 1358  
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITNW 1354 - Implementing & Supporting Servers


    CIP Code 110901

    3 Course Credits

    Implement, administer, and troubleshoot information systems that incorporate servers in a networked computing environment.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: ITNW 1353  ITSY 1342  
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITNW 1358 - Network +


    CIP Code 110901

    3 Course Credits

    Assists individuals in preparing for the Computer Technology Industry Association (Comp TIA) Network+ certification exam and career as a network professional.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: ITSC 1316  or Dept. Chair approval
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITNW 2321 - Networking with TCP/IP


    CIP Code 110901

    3 Course Credits

    Set up, configure, use, and support Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) on networking operating systems. Configure IP addressing and routing; design and implement a domain name server; implement static and dynamic IP addressing; explain subnets and supernets; and use network management utilities to manage and troubleshoot IP networks.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: ITNW 1354  ITSY 2300  
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSE 1302 - Computer Programming


    CIP Code 110201

    3 Course Credits

    Introduction to computer programming including design, development, testing, implementation, and documentation.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: ITMT 1358  
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSY 1300 - Fundamentals of Information Security


    CIP Code 111003

    3 Course Credits

    An introduction to information security including vocabulary and terminology, ethics, the legal environment, and risk management. Identification of exposures and vulnerabilities and appropriate countermeasures are addressed. The importance of appropriate planning, policies and controls is also discussed.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSY 1342 - Information Technology Security


    CIP Code 111003

    3 Course Credits

    Instruction in security for network hardware, software, and data, including physical security; backup procedures; relevant tools; encryption; and protection from viruses.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: ITNW 1358  
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSY 2300 - Operating System Security


    CIP Code 111003

    3 Course Credits

    Safeguard computer operating systems by demonstrating server support skills and designing and implementing a security system. Identify security threats and monitor network security implementations. Use best practices to configure operating systems to industry security standards.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: ITSY 1342  and ITNW 1353  or ITSY 2301   
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSY 2301 - Firewalls and Network Security


    CIP Code 111003

    3 Course Credits

    Identify elements of firewall design, types of security threats and responses to security attacks. Use Best Practices to design, implement, and monitor a network security plan. Examine security incident postmortem reporting and ongoing network security activities.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: ITNW 1358  
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSY 2341 - Security Management Practices


    CIP Code 111003

    3 Course Credits

    In-depth coverage of security management practices, including asset evaluation and risk management; cyber law and ethics issues; policies and procedures; business recovery and business continuity planning; network security design; and developing and maintaining a security plan.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: ITSY 2300  ITSY 2345   
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSY 2342 - Incident Response and Handling


    CIP Code 111003

    3 Course Credits

    In-depth coverage of incident response and incident handling, including identifying sources of attacks and security breaches; analyzing security logs; recovering the system to normal; performing postmortem analysis; and implementing and modifying security measures.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: ITSY 2300  ITSY 2345   
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSY 2359 - Security Assessment and Audit


    CIP Code 111003

    3 Course Credits

    Comprehensive experience for the security curriculum. Synthesizes technical material covered in prior courses to monitor, audit, analyze, and revise computer and network security systems that ensure appropriate levels of protection are in place to assure regulatory compliance.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Co-requisites: ITSY 2341  ITSY 2342  
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSY 2386 - Internship-Comp and Info Sys Security


    CIP Code 111003

    3 Course Credits

    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.

    18 Internship Hours Per Week
    288 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: ITR

    Co-requisites: ITSY 2341  ITSY 2342   
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course

Computer Networking

  
  • ITNW 2335 - Network Troubleshooting and Support


    CIP Code 110901

    3 Course Credits

    Troubleshoot and support networks with emphasis on solving real world problems in a hands-on environment. Topics include troubleshooting and research techniques, available resources, and network management hard/software.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: ITNW 1325  
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITNW 2380 - Cooperative Education-Computer Systems Networking & Telecommunications


    CIP Code 110901

    3 Course Credits

    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.

    1 Lecture Hours Per Week
    20 Co-op Hours Per Week
    336 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: COO

    Prerequisites: ITMT 2305  ITNW 2321  ITSY 2330  
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSC 1305 - Introduction to PC Operating Systems


    CIP Code 110101

    3 Course Credits

    Introduction to personal computer operating systems including installation, configuration, file management, memory and storage management, control of peripheral devices, and use of utilities.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSC 1316 - Linux Installation & Configuration


    CIP Code 110101

    3 Course Credits

    Introduction to Linux operating system. Includes Linux installation, basicadministration, utilities and commands, upgrading, networking, security, and application installation.Emphasizes hands-on setup, administration, and management of Linux.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: ITMT 1357  or ITNW 1313  and ITSE 1302  
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSY 2330 - Intrusion Detection


    CIP Code 111003

    3 Course Credits

    Computer information systems security monitoring, intrusion detection, and crisismanagement. Includes alarm management, signature configuration, sensor configuration, and troubleshootingcomponents. Emphasizes identifying, resolving, and documenting network crises and activating the response team.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: ITSY 2300  
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course

Computer Science

  
  • BCIS 1305 - Business Computer Applications


    CIP Code 1102025404

    3 Course Credits

    Introduces and develops foundational skills in applying essential and emerging business productivity information technology tools. The focus of this course is on business productivity software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics, data analytics, and business-oriented utilization of the internet. (BCIS 1305 is included in the Business Field of Study.)

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    4 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • COSC 1436 - Programming Fundamentals I - C++


    CIP Code 1102015507

    4 Course Credits

    This course introduces the fundamental concepts of structured programming using C++ and provides a comprehensive introduction to programming for computer science and technology majors. Topics include software development methodology, datatypes, control structures, functions, arrays, and the mechanics of running, testing, and debugging. This course is included into the Field of Study Curriculum for Computer Science.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    3 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • COSC 1437 - Programming Fund. II - Java


    CIP Code 1102015607

    4 Course Credits

    This course focuses on the object-oriented programming paradigm, emphasizing the definition and use of classes along with fundamentals of object-oriented design using JAVA. The course includes basic analysis of algorithms, searching and sorting techniques, and an introduction to software engineering processes. Students will apply techniques for testing and debugging software. (This course is included in the Field of Study Curriculum for Computer Science.)

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    3 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Registration Restrictions: Must pass TSI in Math or take NCBM 0200  

    Prerequisites: COSC 1436  or ITSE 1407 
    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • COSC 2325 - Computer Organization


    CIP Code 1102015407

    3 Course Credits

    The organization of computer systems is introduced using assembly language. Topics include basic concepts of computer architecture and organization, memory hierarchy, data types, computer arithmetic, control structures, interrupt handling, instruction sets, performance metrics, and the mechanics of testing and debugging computer systems. Embedded systems and device interfacing are introduced. This course is included in the Field of Study Curriculum for Computer Science

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    4 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: COSC 1436  or ITSE 1407 ;
    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • COSC 2336 - Programming Fundamentals III Data Struct


    CIP Code 1102015707

    3 Course Credits

    Further applications of programming techniques, introducing the fundamental concepts of data structures and algorithms. Topics include data structures (including stacks, queues, linked lists, hash tables, trees, and graphs), searching, sorting, recursion, and algorithmic analysis. Programs will be implemented in an appropriate object oriented language. This course is included in the Field of Study Curriculum for Computer Science.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    4 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: COSC 1437  or ITSE 2417 ;
    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • IMED 1416 - Web Design I


    CIP Code 110801

    4 Course Credits

    Instruction in web page design and related graphic design including mark-up languages, and browser issues.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    3 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • IMED 2311 - Portfolio Development


    CIP Code 110801

    3 Course Credits

    Preparation and enhancement of portfolio to meet professional standards, development of presentation skills, and job-seeking techniques.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    3 Lab Hours Per Week
    80 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course

Criminal Justice

  
  • CJLE 1211 - Basic Firearms


    CIP Code 430107

    2 Course Credits

    Firearm safety, cleaning and care techniques, proper shooting principles, and firearm proficiency. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times if content varies.

    1 Lecture Hours Per Week
    4 Lab Hours Per Week
    80 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Registration Restrictions: Restricted to Police Academy students

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CJLE 1327 - Interviewing & Report Writing for Crimin


    CIP Code 430107

    3 Course Credits

    Instruction and skill development in interviewing, note-taking, and report writing in the criminal justice context. Development of skills to conduct investigations by interviewing witnesses, victims, and suspects properly. Organization of information regarding incidents into effective written reports.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CJLE 1329 - Basic Peace Officer V


    CIP Code 430107

    3 Course Credits

    Supplemental course taken in conjunction with Basic Peace Officer Course I, II, III, and IV. Satisfies or exceeds the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement approved Basic Peace Officer Academy Course #1000.  ***THIS COURSE MAY BE OFFERED ONLY BY INSTITUTIONS LICENSED AS POLICE ACADEMY BY Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.***

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    4 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Registration Restrictions: Restricted to Police Academy students

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CJLE 1506 - Basic Peace Officer I


    CIP Code 430107

    5 Course Credits

    Basic preparation for a new peace officer. Should be taken in conjunction with Basic Peace Officer II, III, IV, and V (supplement) to satisfy the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement approved Basic Peace Officer Training Academy.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    6 Lab Hours Per Week
    144 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Registration Restrictions: Restricted to Police Academy students

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CJLE 1512 - Basic Peace Officer II


    CIP Code 430107

    5 Course Credits

    Basic preparation for a new peace officer. Should be taken in conjunction with Basic Peace Officer I, III, IV, and V (supplement) to satisfy the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement approved Basic Peace Officer Academy.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    6 Lab Hours Per Week
    144 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Registration Restrictions: Restricted to Police Academy students

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CJLE 1518 - Basic Peace Officer III


    CIP Code 430107

    5 Course Credits

    Basic preparation for a new peace officer. Should be taken in conjunction with Basic Peace Officer I, II, IV, and V (supplement) to satisfy the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement approved Basic Peace Officer Academy.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    6 Lab Hours Per Week
    144 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Registration Restrictions: Restricted to Police Academy students

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CJLE 1524 - Basic Peace Officer IV


    CIP Code 430107

    5 Course Credits

    Basic preparation for a new peace officer. Should be taken in conjunction with Basic Peace Officer I, II, III, and V (supplement) to satisfy the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement approved Basic Peace Officer Training Academy.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    6 Lab Hours Per Week
    144 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Registration Restrictions: Restricted to Police Academy students

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CJSA 2323 - Criminalistics II


    CIP Code 430104

    3 Course Credits

    Theory and practice of crime scene investigation. Topics include report writing, blood and other body fluids, document examination, etchings, casts and molds, glass fractures, use of microscope and firearms identification.

    1 Lecture Hours Per Week
    4 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: CRIJ 2314 ;
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CJSA 2364 - Practicum - Crim Justice/Safety Studies


    CIP Code 430104

    3 Course Credits

    Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Student may enroll in only one practicum course per semester.

    20 Practicum Hours Per Week
    336 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: PRA

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CJSA 2365 - Practicum - Criminal Justice StudiesLaw Enforcement


    CIP Code 430104

    3 Course Credits

    Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Student may enroll in only one practicum course per semester.

    20 Practicum Hours Per Week
    336 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: PRA

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CRIJ 1301 - Introduction to Criminal Justice


    CIP Code 4301045124

    3 Course Credits

    This course provides a historical and philosophical overview of the American criminal justice system, including the nature, extent, and impact of crime; criminal law; and justice agencies and processes.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CRIJ 1306 - Ct Systems and Practices


    CIP Code 4301045424

    3 Course Credits

    This course is a study of the court system as it applies to the structures, procedures, practices and sources of law in American courts, using federal and Texas statutes and case law.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CRIJ 1307 - Crime in America


    CIP Code 4504015225

    3 Course Credits

    American crime problems in historical perspective, social and public policy factors affecting crime, impact and crime trends, social characteristics of specific crimes, and prevention of crime.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CRIJ 1310 - Fundamentals of Criminal Law


    CIP Code 4301045424

    3 Course Credits

    This course is the study of criminal law including application of definitions, statutory elements, defenses and penalties using Texas statutes, the Model Penal Code, and case law. The course also analyzes the philosophical and historical development of criminal law and criminal culpability.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CRIJ 1313 - Juvenile Justice System


    CIP Code 4301045224

    3 Course Credits

    A study of the juvenile justice process to include specialized juvenile law, role of the juvenile law, role of the juvenile courts, role of police agencies, role of correctional agencies, and theories concerning delinquency.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CRIJ 2301 - Community Resources in Corrections


    CIP Code 4301045324

    3 Course Credits

    An introductory study of the role of the community in corrections; community programs for adults and juveniles; administration of community programs; legal issues; future trends in community treatment.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CRIJ 2313 - Correctional Systems


    CIP Code 4301045424

    3 Course Credits

    This course is a survey of institutional and non-institutional corrections. Emphasis will be placed on the organization and operation of correctional systems; treatment and rehabilitation; populations served; Constitutional issues; and current and future issues.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CRIJ 2314 - Criminal Investigation


    CIP Code 4301045524

    3 Course Credits

    Investigative theory; collection and preservation of evidence; sources of information; interview and interrogation; uses of forensic sciences; case and trial preparation.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CRIJ 2323 - Legal Aspects of Law Enforcement


    CIP Code 4301045624

    3 Course Credits

    Police authority; responsibilities; constitutional constraints; laws of arrest, search, and seizure; police liability.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CRIJ 2328 - Systems & Practices


    CIP Code 4301045724

    3 Course Credits

    This course examines the establishment, role and function of police in a democratic society. It will focus on types of police agencies and their organizational structure, police-community interaction, police ethics, and use of authority.

    3 Lecture Hours Per Week
    48 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LEC

    Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course

Culinary Arts

  
  • CHEF 1310 - Garde Manger


    CIP Code 120503

    3 Course Credits

    A study of specialty foods and garnishes. Emphasis on design, techniques, and display of fine foods. Topics will include hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, canapes, salads, basic charcuterie skills, and the preparation of forcemeat items.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    4 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CHEF 1341 - American Regional Cuisine


    CIP Code 120503

    3 Course Credits

    A study of the development of regional cuisines in the United States with emphasis on the similarities in production and service systems. Application of skills to develop, organize, and build a portfolio of recipe strategies and production systems. The importance of the immigration phenomena in shaping America’s cuisine will be examined as students prepare regional specialties.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    3 Lab Hours Per Week
    80 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CHEF 1445 - International Cuisine


    CIP Code 120503

    4 Course Credits

    The study of classical cooking skills associated with the preparation and service of international and ethnic cuisine’s. Topics include similarities between food production systems used in the United States and other regions of the world.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    4 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: IFWA 1427  or IFWA 1401  
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CHEF 2301 - Intermediate Food Preparation


    CIP Code 120503

    3 Course Credits

    Continuation of previous food preparation course. Topics include the concept of pre-cooked food items, as well as scratch preparation. Covers full range of food preparation techniques.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    3 Lab Hours Per Week
    80 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CHEF 2302 - Saucier


    CIP Code 120503

    3 Course Credits

    Instruction in the preparation of stocks, soups, classical sauces, contemporary sauces, accompaniments, and the pairing of sauces with a variety of foods. Topics include: the usage and storage of stocks and sauces, emulsions, thickening agents, compound butters, dessert sauces, relishes, chutneys, compotes, vinaigrettes.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    4 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CHEF 2331 - Advanced Food Preparation


    CIP Code 120503

    3 Course Credits

    Advanced concepts of food preparation and presentation techniques.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    4 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Prerequisites: IFWA 1427  
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CHEF 2336 - Charcuterie


    CIP Code 120503

    3 Course Credits

    Advanced concepts in the construction of sausages, pates, and related force meat preparations.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    4 Lab Hours Per Week
    96 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CHEF 2371 - Portfolio


    CIP Code 120503

    3 Course Credits

    Preparation and presentation of a portfolio suitable for employment in the industry. This course is intended to be taken in the last semester.

    2 Lecture Hours Per Week
    2 Lab Hours Per Week
    64 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECLAB

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CHEF 2380 - Cooperative Education-Culinary Arts/Chef Training


    CIP Code 120503

    3 Course Credits

    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. 

    1 Lecture Hours Per Week
    20 Co-op Hours Per Week
    336 Contact Hours

    Instructional Methods: LECCOO

    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
 

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