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Course Description
Basic Logistics
LGS-111

In this introductory Logistics course, we will explore the backbone of global trade. This course encompasses the three major building blocks of logistics networks: transportation, warehousing, and inventory. After completing this course, students will be able to differentiate the advantages and disadvantages of different modes of transportation. Students will understand what goes into designing and setting up a warehousing facility. Finally, they will be able to select the options that enable students to develop logistics networks that minimize costs and deliver top customer service.

Foundational Planning, Procurement, and Service Operations
LGS-112

Provides foundational insights of key elements of logistics with a focus on sales operations, demand forecasting, replenishment planning, manufacturing services, sourcing strategies, and transaction execution.

Overview of Supply Chain Principles with U.S.-Mexico Border Emphasis
LGS-113

Provides the essential knowledge and practical skills in logistics and supply chain management, focusing on the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the U.S.–Mexico border region. Students will gain an understanding of customs regulations, trade agreements, and cultural considerations that influence supply chain operations.

Complementary Topics in Massage Therapy 1
LMT-130

Studies cover a variety of subjects that allow the emerging massage therapist to discover complementary and alternative methods of health and well-being as well as business and other practical concepts in maintaining a private practice.

Introduction to Masonry
MAS-120

Introduction to the masonry industry, basic chemicals related to the masonry industry, safety practices, job planning, and current masonry opportunities.

Masonry Tools and Materials
MAS-121

Basic work methods, care and safety of masonry hand tools, and power equipment.

Masonry Building Codes
MAS-123

Applying all federal, state and local Masonry Building Codes.

HOD Carrier
MAS-129

Introduction to masonry hod carrier procedures, stocking walls, erecting scaffolding and pre- paring job sites for efficiency and productivity.

Prealgebra
MAT-071

Introduction to algebra with an accelerated review of arithmetic skills.

Beginning Algebra
MAT-081

Overview of the techniques and skills of beginning algebra.

Math for Applied Sciences/GE*
MAT-105

Presentations of the principles and applications of mathematics to real world situations and various trades. Topics will include basic concepts , operations with signed numbers, exponents, Metric and English systems of measurement, introduction to algebra and use of formulas as they would apply in practical situations. Applications of ratio, proportion, graphing of data, as well as fundamental concepts of geometry and trigonometry will also be discussed.

Mathematics for Welders
MAT-106

Presentations of the principles and applications of mathematics to real world welding applications. Topics will include basic concepts, operations with signed numbers, exponents, Metric and English systems of measurement, introduction to algebra and use of formulas as they would apply in practical situations. Applications of ratio, proportion, graphing of data, as well as fundamental concepts of geometry and trigonometry will also be discussed.

Intermediate Algebra/GE*
MAT-121

Logical development of the laws of algebra, factoring linear equations, simultaneous equations, functions and graphs, exponents and radicals, quadratic equations.

Math for Elementary Teachers 1/GE*
MAT-130

Principles and processes underlying current and evolving programs of mathematics instruction in elementary schools grades K-8; the system of whole numbers, integers, rational numbers, and irrationals.

Math for Elementary Teachers 2/GE*
MAT-135

Principles and processes underlying current and evolving programs of mathematics instruction in elementary schools grades K-8; geometry and measurement; statistics and probability.

College Mathematics with Applications/ GE
MAT-142

Applications in statistics, probability, finance, discrete mathematics, and other selected topics of interest in management science, voting systems, and geometry.

College Algebra with Review
MAT-150

Extension and further development of algebra, with an emphasis on functions - including linear, quadratic, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic. Other topics include function transformations, regression analysis, inequalities, absolute values, systems of equations, matrices, sequences, and series.

College Algebra: Standard/GE
MAT-151

Extension and further development of algebra, with an emphasis on functions - including linear, quadratic, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic. Other topics include function trans- formations, regression analysis, inequalities, absolute values, systems of equations, matrices, sequences, and series.

Plane Trigonometry
MAT-183

A study of trigonometric functions, equations, identities, and inverse functions, and solutions of right and oblique triangles.

Precalculus/GE
MAT-187

Development of algebra with a concentration on functions and a study of exponentials, logarithms, sequences, and series. It also includes a study of trigonometric functions and identities .