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Web Design 1 CIS-151	Web site design and development utilizing industry standard web design tools.
Introduction to E-Commerce/E-Business/Ge CIS-154	Provides an introduction to e-commerce/e-business software/hardware requirements, design techniques infrastructure development, marketing, economic and sociological impacts.
Microcomputer Installation & Support CIS-170	This course is designed to involve the student in the actual repair and upgrading of micro-computing systems. This course will instruct the students in the basics of computer trouble- shooting and how to define and repair the problem in the most effcient way availiable. Software diagnostics and troubleshooting will also be used to determine hardware/software error components.
Computer Forensics and Investigations CIS-171	Introduction to digital forensic principles including the collection, preservation, analysis of digital evidence, legal considerations, digital evidence controls, and the documentation of Introduction to digital forensic principles including the collection, preservation, analysis of digital evidence, legal considerations, digital evidence controls, and the documentation of forensic analysis.
Computer Security CIS-175	Introduction to computer and information security topics: threats, protective techniques, risk analysis, contingency planning, paasword tech- niques, encryption, biometrics, network protocols, intercept devices, and internet resources.
Computer Programming Logic CIS-180	This course is an introduction to the fundamental techniques used in designing computer programs.
Computer Programming-Visual BASIC CIS-200	Computer programming as a problem-solving technique, regardless of the student's area of study. The BASIC language is used to write, debug, and document business application programs to demonstrate proficiency in using BASIC.
Computer Programming - C# CIS-220	Fundamental techniques using the C# (C Sharp) language.
Introduction to Operating Systems CIS-260	The internal logic of various parts of common operating systems and access to Windows, DOS, and UNIX/Linux Systems.
Introduction to Linux/UNIX Operating Systems CIS-261	Introduces the Linux/UNIX family of operating systems. Basic commands, utilities, system structures, scripting and tools are explored. Elements of system administration and networking are presented. Course topics will include the Linux/UNIX user environment, commands, file system, processes, networking, and utilities, as well as Linux/UNIX history and philosophy. Specific emphasis will be given to the bash shell and user environment.
Networking Fundamentals CIS-270	Introduction to computer networks and data communications. Includes computer networks and services. transmission media and connection, network models, popular protocol suites, other network issues, and network operating systems.
Networking Administration CIS-271	This course is designed to give the student the ability to have an in-depth study of networks. Students will be exposed to network operating systems in the capacity of a Network Administrator. The modality of LAN and WAN configurations will be used to facilitate security, menu systems, message handling, login scripts, and printing environments. Application software installation, file server, and workstation maintenance concepts and techniques will also be covered.
Network Routing and Switching CIS-272	This course is designed to give the student the ability to have a basic knowledge in the configuration of networks. Students will be exposed to network operating systems in the capacity of a Network Administrator. The modality of LAN, Local Area Network, and WAN, Wide Area Network, configurations will be used to facilitate security, communication, connectivity, and printing environments.
Fundamentals of Network Security CIS-275	Overview of security measures for computer networks.
Information Systems Security CIS-276	Management of information security, data- processing facilities, appropriate uses of information technology, risk management, information technology laws, issues of privacy, and security planning.
Structured Systems Analysis and Design CIS-295	An introduction to the fundamental tools and techniques used in analyzing organizational information systems. Topics include systems research, design, revision, and implementation of information systems. Students complete one or more projects as members of systems teams.
Introduction to Computer Science 1 CSC-127A	Broad overview of computer science that integrates programming with hardware fundamentals, algorithms, and computability. Topics include problem-solving strategies, studies of algorithms programming paradigms, and the social and historical context of computing. Introductory programming utilizing Java is explored. Emphasis is placed on program design issues. Programming topics include: basic control structures, primitive data types, arrays, classes, simple recursion.
Introduction to Computer Science 2 CSC-127B	Continuation of CSC 127A. Programming in an object-oriented language using Java. Topics include classes, sorting, algorithm analysis, recursion, program development, and implementation of abstract data types using linear structures and binary trees.
Human Computer Interaction CSC-210	Overview of human-computer interaction (HCI). Exploration of theories and methodologies of computer science, cognitive psychology, design, theory and practice in interface specification, design and evaluation, as well as current and classic research papers in HCI.
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence CSC-215	Artificial Intelligence (AI) methodologies, techniques, tools and results. Includes representation schemes, problem-solving paradigms, constraint propagation, and search strategies. Areas of application such as knowledge representation, natural language processing, expert systems, vision, robotics, and AI-language [Lisp, Prolog] are explored.
Computer Organization CSC-252	Basic machine organization; elementary hardware concepts; interrupts. Machine operations and instructions; assembly language concepts and programming.
Core Curriculum Introductory Craft Skills CTM-100	Development of skills and techniques necessary for basic construction/industrial maintenance craft skills.
Blueprint Reading for Construction CTM-105	Introduction to reading, interpretation, and visualization of blueprints in construction.
Construction Estimating CTM-110	Fundamentals of determining labor, material, equipment, and subcontracting quantities for job estimates.
Building Construction Methods 1 CTM-123	Floor foundations and interior/exterior framing, including various types and methods of building foundations and framing systems.
Building Construction Methods 2 (framing) CTM-124	Provide necessary skills to understand the various types and methods of wood framing systems and to prepare the student with knowledge and experience in building various wood framing systems.
Concrete and Concrete Form Systems CTM-224	Structural and architectural applications of concrete, including examination of concrete chemistry, mix designs, placement and finishing methods, and forming systems.
Construction Management Field Opera- Tions CTM-230	Skills and techniques necessary for management of construction field operations.
Topics in Culinary Arts CUL-070	Workshops for individual exploration in culinary arts. Designed for the enrichment needs of the student who is not seeking transferable credit. CR/NC
Basic Food Selection, Preparation and Garde Manger CUL-141	Basic principles of food selection, preparation and garde manger.
ServSafe and Sanitation CUL-143	A course designed to provide knowledge and techniques to prevent food-borne illnesses resulting from contamination and inappropriate handling procedures through the use of the ServSafe Food Protection program and course book. The basic principles of food sanitation and kitchen safety will be reviewed.
Menu Planning CUL-144	A course designed to provide knowledge about menu planning to meet the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) established by the Food and Nutrition Board of National Academy of Sciences while also considering cost, staffing, and facility constraints.
Production Kitchen 1 CUL-146	Laboratory experience in applying principles of food preparation to produce a variety of hot food products for consumers as well as development of skills in knife, tool, and equipment use, cleaning and maintenance.
Production Kitchen 2 CUL-147	Laboratory experience in applying principles of food preparation to produce a variety of bakery and pastry products for consumers as well as development skills in tool and equipment handling.
Production Kitchen 3 (American Regional Cuisine) CUL-246	History and customs, serving styles and preparation techniques of foods unique to selected American Regions with emphasis on practical cooking experiences.
Production Kitchen 4 (International Cuisine) CUL-248	History and customs, serving styles and preparation techniques of foods unique to selected international cultures with emphasis on practical cooking experiences.

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Web Design 1 CIS-151	Web site design and development utilizing industry standard web design tools.
Introduction to E-Commerce/E-Business/Ge CIS-154	Provides an introduction to e-commerce/e-business software/hardware requirements, design techniques infrastructure development, marketing, economic and sociological impacts.
Microcomputer Installation & Support CIS-170	This course is designed to involve the student in the actual repair and upgrading of micro-computing systems. This course will instruct the students in the basics of computer trouble- shooting and how to define and repair the problem in the most effcient way availiable. Software diagnostics and troubleshooting will also be used to determine hardware/software error components.
Computer Forensics and Investigations CIS-171	Introduction to digital forensic principles including the collection, preservation, analysis of digital evidence, legal considerations, digital evidence controls, and the documentation of Introduction to digital forensic principles including the collection, preservation, analysis of digital evidence, legal considerations, digital evidence controls, and the documentation of forensic analysis.
Computer Security CIS-175	Introduction to computer and information security topics: threats, protective techniques, risk analysis, contingency planning, paasword tech- niques, encryption, biometrics, network protocols, intercept devices, and internet resources.
Computer Programming Logic CIS-180	This course is an introduction to the fundamental techniques used in designing computer programs.
Computer Programming-Visual BASIC CIS-200	Computer programming as a problem-solving technique, regardless of the student's area of study. The BASIC language is used to write, debug, and document business application programs to demonstrate proficiency in using BASIC.
Computer Programming - C# CIS-220	Fundamental techniques using the C# (C Sharp) language.
Introduction to Operating Systems CIS-260	The internal logic of various parts of common operating systems and access to Windows, DOS, and UNIX/Linux Systems.
Introduction to Linux/UNIX Operating Systems CIS-261	Introduces the Linux/UNIX family of operating systems. Basic commands, utilities, system structures, scripting and tools are explored. Elements of system administration and networking are presented. Course topics will include the Linux/UNIX user environment, commands, file system, processes, networking, and utilities, as well as Linux/UNIX history and philosophy. Specific emphasis will be given to the bash shell and user environment.
Networking Fundamentals CIS-270	Introduction to computer networks and data communications. Includes computer networks and services. transmission media and connection, network models, popular protocol suites, other network issues, and network operating systems.
Networking Administration CIS-271	This course is designed to give the student the ability to have an in-depth study of networks. Students will be exposed to network operating systems in the capacity of a Network Administrator. The modality of LAN and WAN configurations will be used to facilitate security, menu systems, message handling, login scripts, and printing environments. Application software installation, file server, and workstation maintenance concepts and techniques will also be covered.
Network Routing and Switching CIS-272	This course is designed to give the student the ability to have a basic knowledge in the configuration of networks. Students will be exposed to network operating systems in the capacity of a Network Administrator. The modality of LAN, Local Area Network, and WAN, Wide Area Network, configurations will be used to facilitate security, communication, connectivity, and printing environments.
Fundamentals of Network Security CIS-275	Overview of security measures for computer networks.
Information Systems Security CIS-276	Management of information security, data- processing facilities, appropriate uses of information technology, risk management, information technology laws, issues of privacy, and security planning.
Structured Systems Analysis and Design CIS-295	An introduction to the fundamental tools and techniques used in analyzing organizational information systems. Topics include systems research, design, revision, and implementation of information systems. Students complete one or more projects as members of systems teams.
Introduction to Computer Science 1 CSC-127A	Broad overview of computer science that integrates programming with hardware fundamentals, algorithms, and computability. Topics include problem-solving strategies, studies of algorithms programming paradigms, and the social and historical context of computing. Introductory programming utilizing Java is explored. Emphasis is placed on program design issues. Programming topics include: basic control structures, primitive data types, arrays, classes, simple recursion.
Introduction to Computer Science 2 CSC-127B	Continuation of CSC 127A. Programming in an object-oriented language using Java. Topics include classes, sorting, algorithm analysis, recursion, program development, and implementation of abstract data types using linear structures and binary trees.
Human Computer Interaction CSC-210	Overview of human-computer interaction (HCI). Exploration of theories and methodologies of computer science, cognitive psychology, design, theory and practice in interface specification, design and evaluation, as well as current and classic research papers in HCI.
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence CSC-215	Artificial Intelligence (AI) methodologies, techniques, tools and results. Includes representation schemes, problem-solving paradigms, constraint propagation, and search strategies. Areas of application such as knowledge representation, natural language processing, expert systems, vision, robotics, and AI-language [Lisp, Prolog] are explored.
Computer Organization CSC-252	Basic machine organization; elementary hardware concepts; interrupts. Machine operations and instructions; assembly language concepts and programming.
Core Curriculum Introductory Craft Skills CTM-100	Development of skills and techniques necessary for basic construction/industrial maintenance craft skills.
Blueprint Reading for Construction CTM-105	Introduction to reading, interpretation, and visualization of blueprints in construction.
Construction Estimating CTM-110	Fundamentals of determining labor, material, equipment, and subcontracting quantities for job estimates.
Building Construction Methods 1 CTM-123	Floor foundations and interior/exterior framing, including various types and methods of building foundations and framing systems.
Building Construction Methods 2 (framing) CTM-124	Provide necessary skills to understand the various types and methods of wood framing systems and to prepare the student with knowledge and experience in building various wood framing systems.
Concrete and Concrete Form Systems CTM-224	Structural and architectural applications of concrete, including examination of concrete chemistry, mix designs, placement and finishing methods, and forming systems.
Construction Management Field Opera- Tions CTM-230	Skills and techniques necessary for management of construction field operations.
Topics in Culinary Arts CUL-070	Workshops for individual exploration in culinary arts. Designed for the enrichment needs of the student who is not seeking transferable credit. CR/NC
Basic Food Selection, Preparation and Garde Manger CUL-141	Basic principles of food selection, preparation and garde manger.
ServSafe and Sanitation CUL-143	A course designed to provide knowledge and techniques to prevent food-borne illnesses resulting from contamination and inappropriate handling procedures through the use of the ServSafe Food Protection program and course book. The basic principles of food sanitation and kitchen safety will be reviewed.
Menu Planning CUL-144	A course designed to provide knowledge about menu planning to meet the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) established by the Food and Nutrition Board of National Academy of Sciences while also considering cost, staffing, and facility constraints.
Production Kitchen 1 CUL-146	Laboratory experience in applying principles of food preparation to produce a variety of hot food products for consumers as well as development of skills in knife, tool, and equipment use, cleaning and maintenance.
Production Kitchen 2 CUL-147	Laboratory experience in applying principles of food preparation to produce a variety of bakery and pastry products for consumers as well as development skills in tool and equipment handling.
Production Kitchen 3 (American Regional Cuisine) CUL-246	History and customs, serving styles and preparation techniques of foods unique to selected American Regions with emphasis on practical cooking experiences.
Production Kitchen 4 (International Cuisine) CUL-248	History and customs, serving styles and preparation techniques of foods unique to selected international cultures with emphasis on practical cooking experiences.

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