2020-2021 Pierce College Catalog 
    
    May 08, 2024  
2020-2021 Pierce College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Prefixes


COURSE PREFIXES

PREFIX DEPARTMENT
ACCT ACCOUNTING
ASL AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE
ANTH ANTHROPOLOGY
ART ART
ASTR ASTRONOMY
ATMOS ATMOSPHERIC SCIENCE
BIOL BIOLOGY
BUS BUSINESS
BTECA/BTECM BUSINESS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
MNGT BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
CHEM CHEMISTRY
COLLG COLLEGE SUCCESS
CMST COMMUNICATION STUDIES
CIS COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
CNE COMPUTER NETWORK ENGINEERING
CONST CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
CJ CRIMINAL JUSTICE
CS COMPUTER SCIENCE
DHYG DENTAL HYGIENE
DDSGN DIGITAL DESIGN
DRMA DRAMA
ECED EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
ECON ECONOMICS
EDUC EDUCATION
EMT EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN
ENGR ENGINEERING
ENGL ENGLISH
ENVS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
FASH FASHION MERCHANDISING
FCA FIRE COMMAND
FRCH FRENCH
GEOG GEOGRAPHY
GEOL GEOLOGY
GERM GERMAN
HIST HISTORY
HSEM HOMELAND SECURITY
HSCI HEALTH SCIENCES
HSSA HUMAN SERVICES SUBSTANCE ABUSE
HUM HUMANITIES
INFO INFORMATION STUDIES
INTS INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
ISS INTEGRATED SOCIAL SCIENCE
JAPN JAPANESE
JOURN JOURNALISM
KINS KINESIOLOGY
KREA KOREAN
MATH MATHEMATICS
MUSC MUSIC
NSCI NATURAL SCIENCE
NURS NURSING
NAC NURSING ASSISTANT CERTIFIED
NUTR NUTRITION
OSH OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH
OCEA OCEANOGRAPHY
PHIL PHILOSOPHY
PE PHYSICAL EDUCATION
PS PHYSICAL SCIENCE
PHYS PHYSICS
POLS POLITICAL SCIENCE
PSYC PSYCHOLOGY
READ READING
RUSS RUSSIAN
SSMH SOCIAL SERVICE MENTAL HEALTH
SOC SOCIOLOGY
SPAN SPANISH
VT VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY

 

 
  
  • CJ 103 Criminal Justice: Success Seminar (1 credit)



    Course Description
    An introduction to the elements needed to be successful in the criminal justice two year and certificate(s) programs at Pierce College. This course prepares students in the educational processes of Pierce College Criminal Justice Programs and in the skills necessary to create a culminating portfolio project.
  
  • CJ 112 Criminal Justice in America (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled Social Sciences; General Transfer Elective
    Formerly CJ 110

    Course Description
    An overview of the criminal justice system examining law enforcement, the courts, corrections, and juvenile justice; and how these agencies interact to work towards the goal of equitable delivery of crime-related public services.
  
  • CJ 115 Juvenile Justice System (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled General Transfer Elective
    Course Description
    A historical and ideological examination of the juvenile justice system in the United States; analysis of policies, practices, laws, treatments, rights, current research, partner agencies, and their impact upon crime, juveniles, and the community.
  
  • CJ 120 Constitutional Rights (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled General Transfer Elective
    Course Description
    An examination of the First, Second, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Eighth, and Fourteenth Amendments to the United States Constitution through the lens of social issues; and an analysis of the theoretical foundation of Constitutional Law and Restorative Justice.
  
  • CJ 128 Criminal Justice Wellness (2 credits)



    Course Description
    An introductory course designed to build the physical requirements for work in criminal justice agencies through the application of personal wellness plans.
  
  • CJ 144 Corrections Special Populations and Case Management (5 credits)



    Course Description
    An examination of specific correctional populations, their impact on the correctional systems, and current correctional case management practices, theories, public policies, strategies and techniques.
  
  • CJ 150 Introduction to Policing (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled General Transfer Elective
    Course Description
    An examination of the history, philosophy, and current practices and cultural challenges of policing including the social, political, organizational, and legal environments where the police perform their roles in the United States of America.
  
  • CJ 200 Crime and Justice in America: The Issues (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled General Transfer Elective
    Course Description
    This course examines issues of social justice and privilege (race, gender, class, sexual orientation, etc.) and the effect upon self, clients, systems and public policy.
  
  • CJ 202 Concepts of Criminal Law (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled Social Sciences; General Transfer Elective
    Course Description
    An analysis of the fundamental concepts of both English Common Law and current statutory criminal law and defenses. To include: scope and nature of law; classification of offense; acts and intents; and elements of major criminal statutes.
  
  • CJ 205 Crime Scene Investigations (5 credits)



    Course Description
    An analysis of the history of crime scene investigations, practical use of technical equipment and scientific methods to assist in crime detection. This includes fingerprint identification, fingerprinting, casting, sketching, and crime scene photography.
  
  • CJ 215 Drugs and Society (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled General Transfer Elective
    Course Description
    An analysis of political and social conditions, drug trafficking, laws and current treatment philosophies regarding drug use, abuse, addiction and recovery as it pertains to the criminal justice system.
  
  • CJ 220 Special Topics in Criminal Justice (2 credits)



    Course Description
    A critical examination of the written materials and practical applications relevant to current/critical issues in criminal justice and their impact on the criminal justice system and society. The specific topic(s) vary from quarter to quarter.
  
  • CJ 221 Special Topics in Criminal Justice (3 credits)



    Course Description
    A critical examination of the written materials and practical applications relevant to current/critical issues in criminal justice and their impact on the criminal justice system and society. The specific topic(s) vary from quarter to quarter.
  
  • CJ 222 Special Topics in Criminal Justice (4 credits)



    Course Description
    A critical examination of the written materials and practical applications relevant to current/critical issues in criminal justice and their impact on the criminal justice system and society. The specific topic(s) vary from quarter to quarter.
  
  • CJ 223 Special Topics in Criminal Justice (5 credits)



    Course Description
    A critical examination of the written materials and practical applications relevant to current/critical issues in criminal justice and their impact on the criminal justice system and society. The specific topic(s) vary from quarter to quarter.
  
  • CJ 224 Victimology and Advocacy (5 credits)



    Course Description
    An overview of current victim issues, laws, resources, treatments, recovery, and advocacy for victims of crime and other social problems.
  
  • CJ 226 Criminal Justice Response to Terrorism (5 credits)



    Course Description
    A course designed to familiarize students with the basics of terrorism, the history, laws and recent issues and criminal justice responses to terrorism in the 21st Century.
  
  • CJ 227 Funding and Program Development for Crime Prevention (5 credits)



    Course Description
    A course designed to familiarize students with the basics of the grant funding process for social programs (state & federal), and how to develop a prevention idea into a program that can be funded and measured.
  
  • CJ 228 Community Emergency Response Teams (2 credits)



    Course Description
    Basic skills needed to respond to community’s and individual’s immediate needs in the aftermath of a disaster, when emergency services are not immediately available.
  
  • CJ 245 Evidence Law (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled General Transfer Elective
    Course Description
    A survey of the laws governing the admission of evidence, federal rules of evidence, requirements for presenting and ensuring the reliability of various types of evidence (such as witness competence, questioning, objections, best evidence requirements for documents, exceptions, exclusions, etc.). Analysis of case decisions on the collection and presentation of evidence in criminal trials, and the application of laws to the law enforcement profession.
  
  • CJ 250 Criminal Justice Work Based Learning (3 credits)



    Prerequisite Program coordinator or instructor approval required.

    Course Description
    On the job experience in a criminal justice agency that allows students to apply criminal justice theories to practice.
  
  • CJ 251 Criminal Justice Work Based Learning (4 credits)



    Prerequisite Program Coordinator or instructor approval required.

    Course Description
    On the job experience in a criminal justice agency that allows students to apply criminal justice theories to practice.
  
  • CJ 252 Criminal Justice Work Based Learning (5 credits)



    Prerequisite Program Coordinator or instructor approval required.

    Course Description
    On the job experience in a criminal justice agency that allows students to apply criminal justice theories to practice.
  
  • CJ 253 Criminal Justice Work Based Learning (6 credits)



    Prerequisite Program coordinator or instructor approval required.

    Course Description
    On the job experience in a criminal justice agency that allows students to apply criminal justice theories to practice.
  
  • CJ 254 Criminal Justice Work Based Learning (7 credits)



    Prerequisite Program coordinator or instructor approval required.

    Course Description
    On the job experience in a criminal justice agency that allows students to apply criminal justice theories to practice.
  
  • CJ 255 Criminal Justice Work Based Learning (8 credits)



    Prerequisite Program coordinator or instructor approval required.

    Course Description
    On the job experience in a criminal justice agency that allows students to apply criminal justice theories to practice.
  
  • CJ 260 Law Enforcement Operational Skills: Explore/Cadet (5 credits)



    Prerequisite Must be sponsored by an accredited Law Enforcement Agency and approved by the Criminal Justice Program Coordinator. NCIC/WASIC checks required.

    Course Description
    A course designed to familiarize students with operational procedures, expectations and competencies of local law enforcement agencies through participation in an approved Law Enforcement Explorer/Cadet program. *Law Enforcement Agency sponsorship and Criminal Justice Department approval required. Criminal history background checks are required.
  
  • CJ 261 Law Enforcement Operational Skills: Reserve (10 credits)



    Prerequisite Must be sponsored by an accredited Law Enforcement Agency and approved by the Criminal Justice Program Coordinator. NCIC/WASIC checks required.

    Course Description
    A course designed to familiarize students with operational procedures, expectations and competencies needed to obtain “Reserve” status through participation and successful completion of an approved Law Enforcement Reserve academy/program. *Law Enforcement Agency sponsorship and Criminal Justice Department approval required. Criminal history background checks are required.
  
  • CJ 262 Law Enforcement Operational Skills: Officer (10 credits)



    Prerequisite Must be sponsored by an accredited Law Enforcement Agency and approved by the Criminal Justice Program Coordinator. NCIC/WASIC checks required.

    Course Description
    Practical Application of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to serve effectively as an entry level Law Enforcement Officer. Enforcement Agency sponsorship and Criminal Justice Department approval required. Criminal history background checks are required.
  
  • CJ 270 Introduction to Investigative Profiling (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled General Transfer Elective
    Course Description
    This course is an introduction into the basics of investigative profiling. This course examines the history, main theoretical approaches, and methods of investigative profiling.
  
  • CJ 271 Introduction to Crime Analysis & Intelligence (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled General Transfer Elective
    Course Description
    This introduction to the field of crime analysis covers the crime analysis profession, theory, and role of analysis in policing. Additionally, survey of the techniques for the types of crime analysis - tactical, strategic, operational, and administrative - is covered.
  
  • CJ 272 Criminal Investigations (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled General Transfer Elective
    Course Description
    Through the lens of assigned criminal cases, students will explore investigative theory, sources of information, interview and interrogation techniques, false and coerced confessions, crime patterns, criminal law & procedures, the role of an investigator, and report writing.
  
  • CJ 273 Crime Mapping Techniques (5 credits)



    Course Description
    Using data and examples from the crime analysis world, this course introduces students to the fundamental skills necessary to prepare crime maps and conduct spatial analysis for crime analysis projects.
  
  • CJ 274 Criminal Behavior (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled General Transfer Elective
    Course Description
    This course is an examination of psychology of human behavior as it relates to crime. Focuses on the scientific study, psychological bases, and dynamics of criminal situations and criminal behavior; major theories of criminal and aggressive behavior; cognitive, psychodynamic, behavioral, social learning, descriptive, and developmental theories are discussed and compared with current classification systems. The student will be introduced to psychopathology, the sexually violent offender, and serial murder through the profiles of known offenders.
  
  • CJ 275 Advanced Crime Analysis Techniques (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled General Transfer Elective
    Prerequisite A grade of 2.0 or greater in CJ 271  and CJ 273  or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    This course encompasses concepts & technical skills across all major types of crime analysis (tactical, strategic, operations, & administrative), students will engage in a series of projects that replicate the analyses & challenges crime analysts regularly encounter.
  
  • CJ 276 Empirical Profiling (5 credits)



    Prerequisite A grade of 2.0 or greater in CJ 270  and CJ 274 , or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    Psychological principles upon which offender profiling is based will be further explored, including classification of crime scene behavior, behavioral change, and behavioral consistency; application of empirical profiling.
  
  • CJ 277 Applied Crime Analysis Research & Design Methods (5 credits)



    Prerequisite A grade of 2.0 or greater in CJ 274  and CJ 275  or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    This course exposes the student to the experience of developing an original crime analysis project & bringing the project to completion.
  
  • CJ 280 Criminal Justice Culminating Project (1 credit)



    Prerequisite Instructor permission required.

    Course Description
    Students will complete and deliver to the college and industry personnel their culminating portfolio project which demonstrates student learning of all outcomes (FAK, PTO, and CAO) for all specified criminal justice degree(s) or certificate(s).
  
  • CJ& 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled Social Science
    Formerly CJ 112

    Course Description
    A study of the Criminal Justice system, emphasizing history, theories and principles of criminology; programs, issues, trends, structures, functions and how the system responds to create an equitable delivery of crime-related public services.
  
  • CJ& 105 Corrections in America (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled Social Sciences; General Transfer Elective
    Formerly CJ 140

    Course Description
    A study of the history and ideologies of punishment and corrections, sanctioning and reintegration policies, and practices in the criminal justice system. Survey of programs, issues, and trends, and effects on communities relating to the corrections field.
  
  • CJ& 106 Juvenile Justice (5 credits)



    Formerly CJ 115

    Course Description
    A historical and ideological examination of the juvenile justice system in the United States; analysis of policies, practices, laws, treatments, rights, current research,  partner agencies, and their impact upon crime, juveniles, and the community.
  
  • CJ& 110 Criminal Law (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled Social Science
    Formerly CJ 202

    Course Description
    An analysis of the fundamental concepts of both English Common Law and current statutory criminal law and defenses. To include: scope and nature of law; classification of offense; acts and intents; and elements of major criminal statutes.
  
  • CJ& 240 Introduction to Forensic Science (5 credits)



    Formerly CJ 205

    Course Description
    Analysis of the history of crime scene investigations, practical use of technical equipment and scientific methods to assist in crime detection. Includes fingerprint identification, fingerprinting, casting, sketching, and crime scene photography.
  
  • CMPTR 131 Introduction to Personal Computers (1 credit)



    Course Description
    Introduction to personal computer terminology, hardware components and software. Students will also gain hands-on practice using the Windows operating system, word processing, spreadsheets and Internet browser software.
  
  • CMST 105 Intercultural Communication (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled Humanities; General Transfer Elective
    Formerly SPCH 105

    Course Description
    The examination of the effects of culture upon the process of communication. Using theory and skill development, students are prepared to communicate effectively both within and across cultures.
  
  • CMST 330 Organizational Communication (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled Humanities; General Transfer Elective
    Prerequisite Per SBCTC BAS guidelines, “Junior standing or admission to a baccalaureate program”

    Course Description
    Organizational Communication analyzes informal and formal communication practices in contemporary organizations. The course uses theories to examine and resolve organizational communication dilemmas in the context of a rapidly-changing world.
  
  • CMST& 101 Introduction to Communications (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled Humanities; General Transfer Elective
    Course Description
    An investigation into communication theory including verbal and non-verbal communication. Communication barriers and processes will be studied. The student will also make presentations before the class.
  
  • CMST& 102 Intro to Mass Media (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled Humanities; General Transfer Elective
    Formerly JOURN 101 - CCN

    Course Description
    An analysis of structure, trends, and the technology of American mass media industries, including print media, and how they impact individuals, shape society, and influence culture.
  
  • CMST& 210 Interpersonal Communication (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled Humanities; General Transfer Elective
    Course Description
    This course focuses on the theoretical and applied exploration of interpersonal communication as a tool for building and maintaining relationships.
  
  • CMST& 220 Fundamentals of Public Speaking (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled Humanities; General Transfer Elective
    Formerly SPCH 110 - CCN

    Course Description
    A beginning course in public speaking, requiring frequent presentations before the class, emphasizing speech organization, audience analysis, organization and delivery.
  
  • CMST& 230 Small Group Communication (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled Humanities; General Transfer Elective
    Formerly SPCH 115 -CCN

    Course Description
    Understanding the principles and processes of oral communication within groups. The course uses theory with practice in participating in group presentations and meetings.
  
  • CNE 155 Special Topics Related to Computer Network Engineering (5 credits)



    Prerequisite Instructor permission only.

    Course Description
    Detailed coverage of important and/or evolving topics in computer network engineering.
  
  • CNE 231 Implementing Windows Client Operating System (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CIS 121  with a 2.0 grade or better.

    Course Description
    This course is to provide individuals who are new to Microsoft Windows client operating system with the knowledge necessary to understand and identify the tasks involved in supporting Windows server products. This is an introductory course designed to provide an overview of networking concepts and how they are implemented in a Windows-based environment.
  
  • CNE 232 Installing and Configuring Windows Server (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CIS 265  or CNE 241  with a grade of at least 2.0, or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    Install and configure Windows Server with Active Directory, Network Services, Local Storage, File and Print Services, Group Policy, and virtualization.
  
  • CNE 235 Administering Windows Server (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CNE 232  with grade of at least 2.0, or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    Administer Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, Remote Access, Network Policy Server, File System Security, and Update Management.
  
  • CNE 237 Configuring Advanced Windows Server Services (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CNE 232  with grade of 2.0 or better, or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    This course addresses the implementation of advanced Windows Server services. Students will install, configure, and administer advanced Windows Server services including network services, file services, dynamic access control, network load balancing, failover clustering, disaster recovery, Active Directory Certificate Services, and Active Directory Federation Services.
  
  • CNE 238 Designing Security for a Windows Network (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CNE 232  with grade of 2.0 or better, or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    Design a security framework for small, medium, and enterprise networks by using Microsoft Windows technologies. Secure the specific areas of: Local Network Users; Remote Users and Offices; Private and Public Networks; and Partner Organizations.
  
  • CNE 241 CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CIS 121  (or concurrent with CIS 121); or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    This is the first of a three-course sequence designed to prepare students for the Cisco CCNA certification. This course introduces the architectures, models, protocols, and networking elements that connect users, devices, applications and data through the internet and across modern computer networks - including IP addressing and Ethernet fundamentals. By the end of the course, students can build simple local area networks (LANs) that integrate IP addressing schemes, foundational network security, and perform basic configurations for routers and switches.
  
  • CNE 242 CCNA 2: Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CNE 241  with grade of 2.0 or better, or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    This is the second of a three-course sequence designed to prepare students for the Cisco CCNA certification. This course focuses on switching technologies and router operations that support small-to-medium business networks and includes wireless local area networks (WLANs) and security concepts. Students learn key switching and routing concepts. They perform basic network configuration and troubleshooting, identify and mitigate LAN security threats, and configure and secure a basic WLAN.
  
  • CNE 243 CCNA 3: Enterprise Netwrkng, Security & Automation (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CNE 242  with grade of 2.0 or better, or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    This is the third of a three-course sequence designed to prepare students for the Cisco CCNA certification. This course describes the architectures and considerations related to designing, securing, operating, and troubleshooting enterprise networks. This course covers wide area network (WAN) technologies and quality of service (QoS) mechanisms used for secure remote access. It also introduces software-defined networking, virtualization, and automation concepts that support the digitalization of networks. Students gain skills to configure and troubleshoot enterprise networks and learn to identify and protect against cybersecurity threats. They are introduced to network management tools and learn key concepts of software-defined networking, including controller-based architectures and how application programming interfaces (APIs) enable network automation.
  
  • CNE 245 CCCA Cybersecurity Operations (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CNE 231  and CNE 241 , both with a 2.0 or higher; or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    This course introduces the core security concepts and emphasizes the practical application of skills needed to monitor, detect, analyze and respond to cybercrime, cyberespionage, insider threats, advanced persistent threats, regulatory requirements, and other cybersecurity issues facing organizations.
  
  • CNE 246 Designing and Implementing a Server Infrastructure (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CNE 232  with a 2.0 grade or better or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    This course teaches the student the skills and knowledge necessary to design and implement a Windows Server Infrastructure.
  
  • CNE 247 Windows Server Enterprise Administration (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CNE 232  with a 2.0 grade or better or instructor permission

    Course Description
    This course teaches the student the skills and knowledge necessary to design, plan and administer an enterprise-wide Microsoft Windows Server Infrastructure.
  
  • CNE 251 Unix Administration (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CIS 134  with a grade of at least 2.0, or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    Training in management and administration of networks, to address the issues of security, procedures and documentation, user support, printing, and file server organization. Includes administrative tools necessary to setup, manage, and use basic network services including security and E-mail.
  
  • CNE 254 Fundamentals of Network Security (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CIS 265  or CNE 241  with a 2.0 grade or better.

    Course Description
    Provides students with the knowledge and skills to begin supporting network security within an organization. Students who complete this course will be able to identify security threats and vulnerabilities, and help respond to and recover from security incidents.
  
  • CNE 260 CISCO CCNA Security (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CNE 242  with grade of 2.0 or better, or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    This course provides an introduction to the core security concepts and skills needed for the installation, troubleshooting, and monitoring of network devices to maintain the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data and devices, with an emphasis on Cisco routers and Adaptive Security Appliances.
  
  • CNE 270 Introduction to Powershell (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CNE 232  with a 2.0 or higher; or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    This course introduces PowerShell as a task-based command-line shell and scripting language. The course introduces PowerShell cmdlets, explains the operation of the PowerShell pipeline, examines the use of PowerShell in remote management and in Windows Management Instrumentation, and introduces PowerShell scripting.
  
  • CNE 290 Supervised Internship (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CNE Major Only with instructor permission.

    Course Description
    Supervised work experience of 25 hours per week in a network support environment (250 hours).
  
  • COLLG 110 College Success (3 credits)



    Course Description
    Students foster self-efficacy by reflecting on and modifying learning strategies, and applying holistic decision making toward personal, academic, and work goals.
  
  • COLLG 112 Trio College Transfer Planning (2 credits)



    Prerequisite Must be enrolled in TRIO.

    Course Description
    Interactive capstone course designed for students to support development of personal and academic skills required for success at a four-year school. Topics include networking, mentoring, overcoming personal life challenges, expanding and expounding on a previous exploration in self-awareness and values clarification, and personal preparation for transition to a four-year college. Students will learn how to select a four-year college, apply for admissions and financial aid and research academic and social support resources at selected colleges.
  
  • COLLG 115 Personal and Academic Success (5 credits)



    Course Description
    Students foster self-efficacy by reflecting on and modifying learning strategies, and applying holistic decision making toward personal, academic, and work goals. Students develop habits to impact financial and personal wellness. Students cultivate effective collaboration skills.
  
  • CONST 101 Introduction to Construction Management (5 credits)



    Prerequisite ENGL 099  with at least a 2.0 or placement into ENGL& 101 MATH 054  with at least a 2.0 grade or better or placement into MATH 096 . Completion of BTECA 110  with at least a 2.0 grade and BTECA 111  with at least 2.0 grade or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    Construction Management processes are introduced, including industry terminology, business practices, estimating/bidding, scheduling, project management, field operations and career pathways.
  
  • CONST 140 Construction Drawings: Printreading (5 credits)



    Prerequisite ENGL 099  with at least a 2.0 grade or placement into ENGL& 101 MATH 054  with at least a 2.0 grade or placement into MATH 096 . Completion of BTECA 110  with at least a 2.0 grade and BTECA 111  with at least 2.0 grade or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    Introduction to construction drawings with emphasis on reading, interpreting, and communicating the content of the documents.
  
  • CONST 150 Construction Documents (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CONST 101  and CONST 140  with a grade of 2.0 or better or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    Construction Documents and their use as a tool to manage the construction process.
  
  • CONST 160 Materials and Methods (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CONST 101  and CONST 140  with a grade of 2.0 or better or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    The technical aspects of construction systems, including the procedures and methods for masonry, steel, wood, and concrete construction. Recent trends in construction materials are also covered.
  
  • CONST 180 Building Codes (5 credits)



    Course Description
    A study of the application and administration of electrical, plumbing, and mechanical codes.
  
  • CONST 198 Work-Based Learning (3 credits)



    Prerequisite Enrollment in the Construction Management program and instructor permission.

    Course Description
    Participants will pursue an organized career path plan by obtaining construction management work experience in their chosen area of interest.
  
  • CONST 200 Estimating (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CONST 150  and CONST 160  with at least a 2.0 grade in each course and completion of BTECA 121 , BTECA 122  and BTECA 123  with at least a 2.0 grade in each course or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    A comprehensive introduction to construction estimating and bidding, including basic concepts, procedures, terminology, and pricing techniques. Covers work issues and costs connected with the major components of a construction project.
  
  • CONST 230 Scheduling and Planning (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CONST 200  with at least a 2.0 grade.

    Course Description
    Principles of scheduling and planning to control and manage a construction project.
  
  • CONST 250 Construction Safety and Accident Prevention (3 credits)



    Course Description
    Construction industry standards for accident prevention, hazard identification, and compliance responsibility are emphasized in conjunction with an overview of Occupational Safety and Health Act and other related federal and state legislative requirements.
  
  • CONST 260 Construction Project Management (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CONST 230  with at least a 2.0 grade.

    Course Description
    Project organization, documentation, and control methods utilized to manage all facets of a project from start to completion.
  
  • CONST 270 Introduction to Virtual Design & Construction (3 credits)



    Prerequisite CONST 101 , CONST 140 , CONST 150 , CONST 160  all with a grade of 2.0 or better or instructor/program coordinator permission.

    Course Description
    Virtual Design and Construction (VDC)\Building Information Modeling(BIM) are introduced. Students will gain an understanding of how these construction management processes improve the coordination and control of a construction project.
  
  • CONST 271 Basic Modeling (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CONST 270  with a grade of 2.0 or better or instructor/program coordinator permission.

    Course Description
    Students are introduced to various BIM tools, BIM platforms and basic model modification and creation.
  
  • CONST 272 Intermediate Modeling (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CONST 271  with a minimum GPA of 2.0 or instructor/coordinator permission.

    Course Description
    Students will learn intermediate to advanced model creation from the focus of a general or specialty contractor.
  
  • CONST 274 Model Based Collaboration (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CONST 272  with a minimum GPA of 2.0 or instructor/coordinator permission.

    Course Description
    Students will use the building model and other building information modeling (BIM) tools and platforms for project collaboration and management of project information.
  
  • CONST 275 Model Integration: Estimation and Scheduling (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CONST 274  with a minimum GPA of 2.0 or instructor/coordinator permission.

    Course Description
    Students will learn to use BIM tools and platforms to manage, schedule and control construction projects.
  
  • CS 202 Computer Science II (5 credits)



    Prerequisite CS& 141  with a 2.0 or higher; or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    Introduction to Object Oriented Programming (OOP). Application of the concepts of inheritance, polymorphism, abstraction and encapsulation. Addresses classes, objects, recursion, basic data structures and abstract data types .Utilize maintainability, and reusability techniques. Introduce effective object-oriented programming, code versioning and error handling.
  
  • CS& 141 Computer Science I (5 credits)



    Prerequisite MATH& 141 ; with at least a 2.0 grade, or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    The first in a two–quarter course focusing on structured and procedural programming. Topics include the basics of computer programming, loops, conditionals, methods, program design, debugging, flow charts, pseudo-code, and, object-oriented programming. No prior programming experience is required but is highly recommended. 
  
  • DDSGN 110 Introduction to Graphic Design and Rich Media (5 credits)



    Course Description
    Overview of the interactive Digital Design field. Introduction to teminology, changes, and trends, in the business and industry. Discussion of various media, such as image manipulation, internet, digital, video, sound and ethics.
  
  • DDSGN 120 Production Management (3 credits)



    Course Description
    This course will trace the production flow from creation to implementation for design projects. Specific content will include stages of analysis and development, principles of task management, and contract writing.
  
  • DDSGN 121 Layout Design and Publishing (3 credits)



    Course Description
    Class explores and implements layout theory and design processes to create production projects using publishing production techniques.
  
  • DDSGN 130 Graphic Design II (5 credits)



    Prerequisite DDSGN 110  with at least a 1.5 grade or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    Concept development in visual communication problem solving involving letter forms, illustrative material and typography. Basic principles of selection, organization, and production techniques are introduced.
  
  • DDSGN 131 Techniques in Adobe Illustrator (5 credits)



    Prerequisite DDSGN 110  with at least a 1.5 grade or equivalent Adobe Illustrator experience or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    Production techniques in Adobe Illustrator. Class explores and implements vector imaging theory using fundamental concepts and processes to create works of art for print and the Web. A graphic tablet is recommended.
  
  • DDSGN 140 Fundamentals of 3D Modeling and Animation (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled General Transfer Elective
    Course Description
    Introduction to the theories and techniques for production of high quality 3D images and animation. Covers the history of the 3D industry, design philosophy and other vital elements of creative 3D design and animation.
  
  • DDSGN 141 Advanced 3D Modeling and Animation (5 credits)



    Prerequisite DDSGN 140  with at least a 1.5 grade.

    Course Description
    Advanced exposure to the resources and applied procedures necessary to produce high quality 3-D products and animation for publication through electronic media.
  
  • DDSGN 150 Web Design (5 credits)



    Course Description
    This course introduces basic principles of web design using interactive techniques, programming, and associated tools.  This will include approaches to web site management, site analytics, business strategies, and information architecture.
  
  • DDSGN 151 Web Design with Wordpress (5 credits)



    Course Description
    Develop basic site management and business strategies to implement and maintain a web site using WordPress. Install and modify templates; create efficient site navigation using menus; organize a site using components; and enhance a site with plugins.
  
  • DDSGN 160 Fundamentals of Digital Photography and Adobe Photoshop (5 credits)



    Course Description
    Introduction to visual concepts, image capture and functions of digital cameras. Explores the techniques and applications of correcting, manipulating and outputting digitized photographic images and digital artwork utilizing Adobe Photoshop.
  
  • DDSGN 161 Advanced Adobe Photoshop (5 credits)



    Prerequisite DDSGN 160  with at least a 1.5 grade or equivalent Adobe Photoshop experience or instructor permission.

    Course Description
    Advanced production techniques in Adobe Photoshop. Class explores and implements digital imaging theory and processes to enhance and retouch photographs and create new works of art.
  
  • DDSGN 170 Fundamentals of Video Production (5 credits)



    Distribution Area Fulfilled General Transfer Elective
    Course Description
    The study of video production techniques utilizes current and historical elements of design and composition theory to introduce digital formats such as video, still images, sound, and music into digital production.
 

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