2021-2022 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Comprehensive Articulation Agreement
Many of the courses described in this section include references to the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA). The Comprehensive Articulation Agreement was developed by the North Carolina Community College System and the University of North Carolina System to address the transfer needs of students between systems.
All courses in this section with a statement about the CAA have been deemed transferable by the two systems. However, even for courses included in the CAA, most colleges and universities will accept for transfer only those courses with a grade of “C” or better.
In addition to the sixteen public universities of the University of North Carolina System, many of the private colleges and universities honor the conditions of the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement.
Writing Intensive Courses
Some courses in the College Transfer program are designated as “Writing Intensive Courses.” The following description of writing intensive courses are adapted from Writing Across the Curriculum Program Handbook published by East Carolina University:
Writing intensive courses emphasize academic writing, professional writing, writing-to-learn, and a combination of writing approaches or collaborative assignments from faculty in different disciplines. A writing intensive course treats writing both as a tool for learning and a skill to be learned. Although a number of models exist for teachers to choose from, a writing intensive class will include a variety of writing assignments from the following list to total approximately 30-50 pages of student writing:
- one long edited paper (12-15 pages) presented in draft and two preparation paper
- four or five shorter (4-5 pages) edited papers
- journal assignments (30-50 pages) of unedited reflective writing
- a series of informal writing-to-learn assignments
It is highly recommended that students successfully complete ENG 111 prior to enrollment in any Writing Intensive Courses.
Courses Unique to a Concentration
When programs of study provide optional field-specific concentrations, they are generally intended for students majoring in the particular program of study. These courses will have an enrollment restriction listed as a local prerequisite.
To be eligible for financial aid, students must be enrolled in courses that are within their approved program(s) of study.
Course Requisites
It is the responsibility of Pitt Community College to ensure that students have satisfied prerequisite and corequisite requirements by documenting that they have either completed the appropriate courses or have demonstrated that they have the appropriate knowledge and skills required for admission to a course. Methods of fulfilling course requisites that the college will recognize other than completing the required requisites as stated on the current program of study include the following:
- Transfer of credits from other educational organizations based on careful comparison of the courses being transferred in.
- Successful completion of a test designed to assess student readiness for a particular course in lieu of requisites.
- Demonstration of student mastery of material that would be covered in the requisite courses in a manner set up to be standard for all students in a particular program.
- Work experience deemed by faculty expert to be equivalent to the requisite course work.
Pitt Community College is responsible for keeping records of all course requisite fulfillments by students.
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American Sign Language |
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ASL 281 - ASL Lab Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: ASL 182 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: ASL 211
Additional Fees: $7.50 Lab
This course provides an opportunity to enhance the review and expansion of the essential skills of American Sign Language. Emphasis is placed on the progressive development of expressive and receptive skills through the study of authentic and representative literary and cultural texts through the use of various supplementary learning media and materials. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate effectively, accurately, and creatively about the past, present, and future. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. |
Astronomy |
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AST 111 - Descriptive Astronomy Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: AST 111A
This course introduces an overall view of modern astronomy. Topics include an overview of the solar system, the sun, stars, galaxies, and the larger universe. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the universe around them. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. |
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AST 111A - Descriptive Astronomy Lab Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: AST 111 Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $7.50 Lab
The course is a Laboratory to accompany AST 111 . Emphasis is placed on Laboratory experiences which enhance the materials presented in AST 111 and which provide practical experience. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the universe around them. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. |
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AST 151 - General Astronomy I Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course introduces the science of modern astronomy with a concentration on the solar system. Emphasis is placed on the history and physics of astronomy and an introduction to the solar system, including the planets, comets, and meteors. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a general understanding of the solar system. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science |
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AST 151A - General Astronomy I Lab Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: AST 151 Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $7.50 Lab
The course is a laboratory to accompany AST 151. Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences which enhance the materials presented in AST 151 and which provide practical experience. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a general understanding of the solar system. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science |
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AST 152 - General Astronomy II Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: AST 151 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course is a continuation of AST 151 with primary emphasis beyond the solar system. Topics include the sun, stars, galaxies, and the larger universe, including cosmology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of astronomy. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science |
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AST 152A - General Astronomy II Lab Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: AST 151 Corequisite: AST 152 Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $7.50 Lab
The course is a laboratory to accompany AST 152. Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences which enhance the materials presented in AST 152 and which provide practical experience. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of astronomy. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science |
Automation & Robotics |
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ATR 218 - Work Cell Integration Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: ELC 128 Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course introduces high technology systems which are currently being used in new automated manufacturing facilities. Topics include integration of robots and work cell components, switches, proxes, vision and photoelectric sensors, with the automated control and data gathering systems. Upon completion, students should be able to install, program, and troubleshoot an automated manufacturing cell and its associated data communications systems. |
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ATR 281 - Automated Manufacturing Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $7.50 Lab
This course introduces the concepts and principles of automation in the manufacturing environment. Emphasis is placed on the devices used in hard and flexible automated systems, including the study of inputs, outputs, and control system integration. Upon completion, students should be able to plan, design, and implement automation to support manufacturing processes. |
Automotive |
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AUT 114 - Safety and Emissions Class Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 2 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $7.50 Lab
This course covers the laws, procedures, and specifications needed to perform a North Carolina State Safety and Emissions inspection. Topics include brakes, steering and suspension, lighting, horn, windshield wiper, tire, mirrors, and emission control device inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to perform complete and thorough North Carolina State Safety and Emissions inspections. |
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AUT 116 - Engine Repair Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: AUT 116A
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course covers the theory, construction, inspection, diagnosis, and repair of internal combustion engines and related systems. Topics include fundamental operating principles of engines and diagnosis, inspection, adjustment, and repair of automotive engines using appropriate service information. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic diagnosis, measurement and repair of automotive engines using appropriate tools, equipment, procedures, and service information. |
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AUT 116A - Engine Repair Lab Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: AUT 116 Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course is an optional Lab to be used as an alternative to co-op placement in meeting the NATEF standards for total hours. Topics include diagnosis, inspection, adjustment, and repair of automotive engines using appropriate service information. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic diagnosis, measurement and repair of automotive engines using appropriate tools, equipment, procedures, and service information. |
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AUT 141 - Suspension & Steering Sys Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: AUT 141A
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course covers principles of operation, types, and diagnosis/repair of suspension and steering systems to include steering geometry. Topics include manual and power steering systems and standard and electronically controlled suspension and steering systems. Upon completion, students should be able to service and repair steering and suspension components, check and adjust alignment angles, repair tires, and balance wheels. |
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AUT 141A - Suspension & Steering Lab Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: AUT 141 Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course is an optional Lab to be used as an alternative to co-op placement in meeting the NATEF standards for total hours. Topics include manual and power steering systems and standard and electronically controlled suspension and steering systems. Upon completion, students should be able to service and repair steering and suspension components, check and adjust alignment angles, repair tires, and balance wheels. |
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AUT 151 - Brake Systems Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: AUT 151A
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course covers principles of operation and types, diagnosis, service, and repair of brake systems. Topics include drum and disc brakes involving hydraulic, vacuum boost, hydra-boost, electrically powered boost, and anti-lock and parking brake systems. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose, service, and repair various automotive braking systems. |
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AUT 151A - Brakes Systems Lab Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: AUT 151 Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
Topics include drum and disc brakes involving hydraulic, vacuum-boost, hydra-boost, electrically powered boost, and anti-lock, parking brake systems and emerging brake systems technologies. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose, service, and repair various automotive braking systems. |
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AUT 163 - Adv Auto Electricity Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: TRN 120 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: AUT 163A
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course covers electronic theory, wiring diagrams, test equipment, and diagnosis, repair, and replacement of electronics, lighting, gauges, horn, wiper, accessories, and body modules. Topics include networking and module communication, circuit construction, wiring diagrams, circuit testing, and troubleshooting. Upon completion, students should be able to properly use wiring diagrams, diagnose, test, and repair wiring, lighting, gauges, accessories, modules, and electronic concerns. |
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AUT 163A - Adv Auto Electricity Lab Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: AUT 163 Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
Topics include networking and module communication, circuit construction, wiring diagrams, circuit testing, troubleshooting and emerging electrical/electronic systems technologies. Upon completion, students should be able to properly use wiring diagrams, diagnose, test, and repair wiring, lighting, gauges, accessories, modules, and electronic concerns. |
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AUT 181 - Engine Performance Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: AUT 181A
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course covers the introduction, theory of operation, and basic diagnostic procedures required to restore engine performance to vehicles equipped with complex engine control systems. Topics include an overview of engine operation, ignition components and systems, fuel delivery, injection components and systems and emission control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to describe operation and diagnose/repair basic ignition, fuel and emission related drivability problems using appropriate test equipment/service information. |
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AUT 181A - Engine Performance 1 Lab Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: AUT 181 Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course is an optional Lab to be used as an alternative to co-op placement in meeting the NATEF standards for total hours. Topics include overviews of engine operation, ignition components and systems, fuel delivery, injection components and systems and emission control devices and emerging engine performance technologies. Upon completion, students should be able to describe operation and diagnose/repair basic ignition, fuel and emission related drivability problems using appropriate test equipment/service information. |
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AUT 183 - Engine Performance Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 6 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: AUT 181 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $22.50 Lab
This course covers study of the electronic engine control systems, the diagnostic process used to locate engine performance concerns, and procedures used to restore normal operation. Topics will include currently used fuels and fuel systems, exhaust gas analysis, emission control components and systems, OBD II (on-board diagnostics) and inter-related electrical/electronic systems. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose and repair complex engine performance concerns using appropriate test equipment and service information. |
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AUT 221 - Auto Transm/Transaxles Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: AUT 221A
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course covers operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of automatic transmissions/transaxles. Topics include hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical/electronic operation of automatic drive trains and the use of appropriate service tools and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to explain operational theory, diagnose and repair automatic drive trains. |
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AUT 221A - Auto Transm/Transax Lab Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: AUT 221 Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course is an optional Lab to be used as an alternative to co-op placement in meeting the NATEF standards for total hours. Topics include hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical/electronic operation of automatic drive trains and the use of appropriate service tools and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose and repair automatic drive trains. |
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AUT 231 - Man Trans/Axles/Drtrains Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: AUT 231A
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course covers the operation, diagnosis, and repair of manual transmissions/transaxles, clutches, drive shafts, axles, and final drives. Topics include theory of torque, power flow, and manual drive train servicing and repair using appropriate service information, tools, and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to explain operational theory, diagnose and repair manual drive trains. |
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AUT 281 - Adv Engine Performance Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: AUT 181 Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $7.50 Lab
This course utilizes service information and specialized test equipment to diagnose and repair power train control systems. Topics include computerized ignition, fuel and emission systems, related diagnostic tools and equipment, data communication networks, and service information. Upon completion, students should be able to perform diagnosis and repair. |
Banking and Finance |
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BAF 143 - Financial Planning Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course covers the perspectives, principles, and practices of financial planning. Topics include investment, retirement, tax, and estate planning. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the process that looks at a customer’s financial picture and recommend strategies to achieve the customer’s objectives. |
Biology Enrollment in any biology course more than two times requires the written permission from the science department chair.
For all biology courses, local prerequisites and local corequisites take precedent over state pre and corequisites.
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BIO 094 - Concepts of Human Biology Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: ENG 002 , or BSP 4002 Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $7.50 Lab
This course focuses on fundamental concepts of human biology. Topics include terminology, biochemistry, cell biology, tissues, body systems, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate preparedness for college-level anatomy and physiology courses. |
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BIO 110 - Principles of Biology Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: DRE 098, DMA 010, DMA 020, and DMA 030 or ENG 002 with grade P2 and MAT 003 with grade P1 Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course provides a survey of fundamental biological principles for non-science majors. Emphasis is placed on basic chemistry, cell biology, metabolism, genetics, evolution, ecology, diversity, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate increased knowledge and better understanding of biology as it applies to everyday life. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. |
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BIO 111 - General Biology I Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: DRE 098, DMA 010, DMA 020, DMA 030, DMA 040, and DMA 050 or ENG 002 and MAT 003 both with grade P2 Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course introduces the principles and concepts of biology. Emphasis is placed on basic biological chemistry, molecular and cellular biology, metabolism and energy transformation, genetics, evolution, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate understanding of life at the molecular and cellular levels. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. Students may not receive science credit for this course and BIO 110 . |
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BIO 112 - General Biology II Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: BIO 111 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: BIO 111 with a grade of C or better Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course is a continuation of BIO 111 . Emphasis is placed on organisms, evolution, biodiversity, plant and animal systems, ecology, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate comprehension of life at the organismal and ecological levels. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. Students may not receive science credit for this course and BIO 110 . |
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BIO 140 - Environmental Biology Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: DRE 098, DMA 010, DMA 020, DMA 030 or ENG 002 with grade P2 and MAT 003 with grade P1 Local Corequisite: BIO 140A
This course introduces environmental processes and the influence of human activities upon them. Topics include ecological concepts, population growth, natural resources, and a focus on current environmental problems from scientific, social, political, and economic perspectives. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of environmental interrelationships and of contemporary environmental issues. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. At PCC, students who plan to obtain an AA degree must take BIO 140A along with BIO-140. |
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BIO 140A - Environmental Biology Lab Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: BIO 140 Local Prerequisite: DRE 098, DMA 010, DMA 020, and DMA 030 or ENG 002 with grade P2 and MAT 003 with grade P1 Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course provides a Laboratory component to complement BIO 140 . Emphasis is placed on Laboratory and field experience. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a practical understanding of environmental interrelationships and of contemporary environmental issues. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. At PCC, students who plan to obtain an AA degree must take BIO 140A along with BIO 140 . |
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BIO 161 - Intro to Human Biology Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: DRE 098 or ENG 002 with grade P1 Local Corequisite: None
This course provides a basic survey of human biology. Emphasis is placed on the basic structure and function of body systems and the medical terminology used to describe normal and pathological states. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of normal anatomy and physiology and the appropriate use of medical terminology. |
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BIO 163 - Basic Anat and Physiology Class Hours: 4 Lab Hours: 2 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 5
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: DRE 098, DMA 010, DMA 020, and DMA 030 or ENG 002 with grade P2 and MAT 003 with grade P1 or BIO 094 Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $7.50 Lab
This course provides a basic study of the structure and function of the human body. Topics include a basic study of the body systems as well as an introduction to homeostasis, cells, tissues, nutrition, acid-base balance, and electrolytes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. |
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BIO 168 - Anatomy and Physiology I Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: DRE 098, DMA 010, DMA 020, and DMA 030 or ENG 002 with grade P2 and MAT 003 with grade P1 or BIO 094 Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include body organization, homeostasis, cytology, histology, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems and special senses. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. |
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BIO 169 - Anatomy and Physiology II Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: BIO 168 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: BIO 168 with a grade of C or better Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course provides a continuation of the comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems as well as metabolism, nutrition, acid-base balance, and fluid and electrolyte balance. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. |
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BIO 271 - Pathophysiology Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BIO 163 , BIO 166, or BIO 169 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: BIO 163 , BIO 166, or BIO 169 ; with a grade of C or better Local Corequisite: None
This course provides an in-depth study of human pathological processes and their effects on homeostasis. Emphasis is placed on interrelationships among organ systems in deviations from homeostasis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a detailed knowledge of pathophysiology. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. |
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BIO 275 - Microbiology Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: BIO 110 , BIO 111 , BIO 163 , BIO 165, or BIO 168 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: BIO 110 , BIO 111 , BIO 163 , BIO 165, or BIO 168 ; with a grade of C or better Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course covers principles of microbiology and the impact these organisms have on man and the environment. Topics include the various groups of microorganisms, their structure, physiology, genetics, microbial pathogenicity, infectious diseases, immunology, and selected practical applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills including microscopy, aseptic technique, staining, culture methods, and identification of microorganisms. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. |
Biomedical Equipment |
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BMT 111 - Intro to Biomed Field Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of the health care delivery system. Topics include hospital organization and structure, BMET duties and responsibilities, and the professional and social interrelationships between services. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of hospital organization as related to BMET duties. |
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BMT 112 - Hospital Safety Standards Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $7.50 Lab
This course covers national, state, and local standards pertaining to hospital safety. Topics include electrical safety, gas safety, SMDA reporting, and JCAHO and FPA compliance. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct PM and safety inspections in compliance with safety regulations. |
Bioprocessing Manufacturing Technology |
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BPM 110 - Bioprocess Practices Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 4 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 5
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $15.00 Lab
This course provides a study of plant operations including various plant utility systems and detailed study of the varied plant environments in a bioprocessing facility. Emphasis is placed on quality mindset and principles of validation through applications of monitoring procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the rigors of industry regulation and its necessity. |
Blueprint Reading |
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BPR 111 - Print Reading Class Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 2 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $7.50 Lab
This course introduces the basic principles of print reading. Topics include line types, orthographic projections, dimensioning methods, and notes. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret basic prints and visualize the features of a part or system. |
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BPR 121 - Blueprint Reading - Mech Class Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 2 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: BPR 111 or MAC 131 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $7.50 Lab
This course covers the interpretation of intermediate blueprints. Topics include tolerancing, auxiliary views, sectional views, and assembly drawings. Upon completion, students should be able to read and interpret a mechanical working drawing. |
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BPR 130 - Print Reading - Construction Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course covers the interpretation of prints and specifications that are associated with design and construction projects. Topics include interpretation of documents for foundations, floor plans, elevations, and related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to read and interpret construction prints and documents. |
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BPR 135 - Schematics & Diagrams Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course introduces schematics and diagrams used in a variety of occupations. Topics include interpretation of wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, exploded views, sectional drawings, and service manuals, specifications, and charts. Upon completion, students should be able to research and locate components and assemblies denoting factory specifications and requirements from service and repair manuals. |
Breast Sonography |
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BST 101 - Breast Pathophysiology Class Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: Enrollment in Breast Sonography program Local Corequisite: None
This course provides a comprehensive study of pathophysiology of the breast. Topics include anatomy, pathophysiology, surgical/treatment changes, benign and malignant pathology, related to breast sonographic images in correlation to mammographic images. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a detailed knowledge of breast pathophysiology. |
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BST 102 - BST Physics & Equipment Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: Enrollment in Breast Sonography program Local Corequisite: None
This course provides a comprehensive study of physics and equipment for breast sonography. Topics include the principles of breast sonography physics, equipment and system components including accessories, image display and storage, and maintenance for breast sonography equipment. |
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BST 103 - BST Image Production & Eval Class Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: Enrollment in Breast Sonography program Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course provides the fundamentals of breast sonography image production, patient care, and image analysis. Topics include patient communication, breast education and assessment, image production, and evaluation and selection of representative images. Upon completion, students should be able to produce and analyze breast sonography images. |
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BST 104 - BST Procedures Class Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: Enrollment in Breast Sonography program Local Corequisite: None
This course provides the fundamentals of interventional breast sonography procedures. Topics include positioning, patient care, informed consent and time out procedures, selection and preparation of equipment, infection control, and post-procedure care. Upon completion, students should be able to perform interventional breast sonography procedures. |
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BST 105 - Clinical Education Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 30 Credit Hours: 10
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: Enrollment in Breast Sonography program Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $16.00 Malpractice
This course provides the opportunity to apply knowledge gained from classroom instruction to the breast sonography clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on breast sonography procedures, interventional examinations, image production and evaluation in correlation with mammographic procedures and equipment operation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives. |
Biotechnology |
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BTC 150 - Bioethics Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: ENG 002 or BSP 4002 Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course introduces the current ethics issues surrounding the biotechnology industries. Topics will include risk assessment, the relationships between science, technology, and society, and the effects of new biotechnology products upon the natural world. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and critical thinking skills in decision-making related to bioethical issues. |
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BTC 181 - Basic Lab Techniques Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course introduces the basic skills and knowledge necessary in a biological or chemical Laboratory. Emphasis is placed on good manufacturing practices, safety, sustainable Lab practices, solution preparation, and equipment operation and maintenance following standard operating procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and perform basic Laboratory procedures using Labware, solutions, and equipment according to prescribed protocols. |
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BTC 182 - Pharma Lab Techniques I Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 6 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: BTC 181 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $22.50 Lab
This course covers theoretical and technical aspects of dissolution testing and Karl Fischer titrations performed during routine drug stability testing by pharmaceutical industries. Emphasis is placed on solution preparation, drug extractions, dissolution testing, Karl Fischer titrations, and dissolution method development and validation. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully perform and document dissolution testing and Karl Fischer titrations while simultaneously adhering to current good manufacturing practices (cGMP). |
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BTC 183 - Pharma Lab Techniques II Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 6 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: BTC 182 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $22.50 Lab
This course covers theoretical and technical aspects of High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) performed during drug stability testing by pharmaceutical industries. Emphasis is placed on HPLC grade solution preparation, drug extractions, assay testing, impurity testing, HPLC method development, and method validation. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully perform and document pharmaceutical HPLC drug testing while simultaneously adhering to current good Laboratory practices (cGLP). |
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BTC 250 - Principles of Genetics Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BIO 111 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course covers the basic principles of genetics. Topics will include Mendelian inheritance, gene mapping, molecular genetics, and regulation of gene expression, population genetics, quantitative genetics, and the genetics of cancer. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a broad understanding of genetics and the principles of heredity. |
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BTC 270 - Recombinant DNA Technology Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: BTC 181 and BTC 250 or BTC 181 and BIO 250 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course covers basic methods in biotechnology for the manipulation of nucleic acids. Emphasis is placed on topics concerning techniques used in recombinant DNA technology, including PCR, restriction digests, mapping, cloning, and forensics. Upon completion, students should have an understanding of the theory, practice, and application of recombinant DNA techniques. |
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BTC 275 - Industrial Microbiology Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: BIO 110 , BIO 111 , BIO 163 , BIO 165, or BIO 168 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course covers principles of microbiology and the impact microorganisms have on man and the environment in industrial settings where controlled environments are commonplace. Topics include the structure and physiology of various classes of microorganisms, microbial pathogenicity, infectious diseases, identification schemes, and prevention or minimization of contamination in bio-manufacturing industrial settings. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills including microscopy, aseptic technique, staining, culture methods, identification of microorganisms, and performing environmental monitoring. |
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BTC 281 - Bioprocess Techniques Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 6 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: BTC 181 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: BTC 181 with a grade of C or better Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $22.50 Lab
This course covers processes used in the production of biomolecules. Emphasis is placed on the production, characterization, and purification of biological products using fermentation, centrifugation, filtration, electrophoresis, and other techniques used in industry. Upon completion, students should be able to produce biological products using the various methods of bioprocessing. |
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BTC 285 - Cell Culture Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BIO 175, BIO 275 , or BTC 275 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: BTC 181 with a grade of C or better Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course introduces the theory and practices required to successfully initiate and maintain plant and animal cell cultures. Topics include aseptic techniques, the growth environment, routine maintenance of cell cultures, specialized culture techniques, and various applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to grow, maintain, and manipulate cells in culture. |
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BTC 286 - Immunological Techniques Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: BTC 285 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course covers the principles and practices of modern immunology, including the interactions between the various cellular and chemical components of the immune response. Topics include antigens, humoral immunity, cellular immunity, complement, immunological assays, and hybridoma use and production. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the immune response, perform immunological assays, and make monoclonal antibody-producing hybridomas. |
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BTC 287 - Adv Molecular Techniques Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 6 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: BIO 175 or BIO 275 and BIO 250 or BTC 250 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course provides students with experience in molecular techniques employing modern procedures, equipment, and technology. Topics include cloning, sequencing and analysis of DNA samples, PCR/qPCR/RT-PCR, DNA typing (STR analysis), microarrays, and bioinformatics applications. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss and perform advanced genetic, biochemical, and bio-informatic procedures using reagents and equipment according to prescribed protocols. |
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BTC 288 - Biotech Lab Experience Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 6 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: BIO 250 or BTC 250 and BTC 281 , BTC 285 , or BTC 286 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $22.50 Lab
This course provides an opportunity to pursue an individual laboratory project in biotechnology. Emphasis is placed on developing, performing, and maintaining records of a project in a specific area of interest. Upon completion, students should be able to complete the project with accurate records and demonstrate an understanding of the process. |
Business |
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BUS 110 - Introduction to Business Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course provides a survey of the business world. Topics include the basic principles and practices of contemporary business. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of business concepts as a foundation for studying other business subjects. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. |
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BUS 115 - Business Law I Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course introduces the student to the legal and ethical framework of business. Contracts, negotiable instruments, the law of sales, torts, crimes, constitutional law, the Uniform Commercial Code, and the court systems are examined. Upon completion the student should be able to identify legal and ethical issues that arise in business decisions and the laws that apply to them. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. |
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BUS 121 - Business Math Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: DMA 010, DMA 020, and DMA 030 or MAT 003 with grade P1 Local Corequisite: None
This course covers fundamental mathematical operations and their application to business problems. Topics include payroll, pricing, interest and discount, commission, taxes, and other pertinent uses of mathematics in the field of business. Upon completion, students should be able to apply mathematical concepts to business. |
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BUS 125 - Personal Finance Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course provides a study of individual and family financial decisions. Emphasis is placed on building useful skills in buying, managing finances, increasing resources, and coping with current economic conditions. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a personal financial plan. |
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BUS 137 - Principles of Management Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course is designed to be an overview of the major functions of management. Emphasis is placed on planning, organizing, controlling, directing, and communicating. Upon completion, students should be able to work as contributing members of a team utilizing these functions of management. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. |
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BUS 147 - Business Insurance Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course surveys the basic concepts of risk management. Topics include principles and applications of health, property, life, and casualty insurance. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate different insurance needs and assist an organization in acquiring adequate insurance coverage. |
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BUS 151 - People Skills Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course introduces the basic concepts of identity and communication in the business setting. Topics include self-concept, values, communication styles, feelings and emotions, roles versus relationships, and basic assertiveness, listening, and conflict resolution. Upon completion, students should be able to distinguish between unhealthy, self-destructive, communication patterns and healthy, non-destructive, positive communication patterns. |
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BUS 153 - Human Resource Management Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course introduces the functions of personnel/human resource management within an organization. Topics include equal opportunity and the legal environment, recruitment and selection, performance appraisal, employee development, compensation planning, and employee relations. Upon completion, students should be able to anticipate and resolve human resource concerns. |
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BUS 210 - Investment Analysis Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: ACC 111 or ACC 120 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course examines the concepts related to financial investment and the fundamentals of managing investments. Emphasis is placed on the securities markets, stocks, bond, and mutual funds, as well as tax implications of investment alternatives. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and interpret investment alternatives and report findings to users of financial information. |
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BUS 217 - Employment Law and Regs Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course introduces the principle laws and regulations affecting public and private organizations and their employees or prospective employees. Topics include fair employment practices, EEO, affirmative action, and employee rights and protections. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate organization policy for compliance and assure that decisions are not contrary to law. |
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BUS 225 - Business Finance Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: ACC 120 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course provides an overview of business financial management. Emphasis is placed on financial statement analysis, time value of money, management of cash flow, risk and return, and sources of financing. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret and apply the principles of financial management. |
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BUS 234 - Training and Development Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course covers developing, conducting, and evaluating employee training with attention to adult learning principles. Emphasis is placed on conducting a needs assessment, using various instructional approaches, designing the learning environment, and locating learning resources. Upon completion, students should be able to design, conduct, and evaluate a training program. |
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BUS 235 - Performance Management Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course includes the legal background for performance management and the basic methodology used in developing and validating a performance management system. Emphasis is placed on job analysis, job descriptions, appraisal instruments, and action plans. Upon completion, students should be able to develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive performance management system. |
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BUS 238 - Integrated Management Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BUS 137 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: ACC 120 and BUS 110 Local Corequisite: None
This course provides a management simulation exercise in which students make critical managerial decisions based upon the situations that arise in operating competitive business enterprises. Topics include operations management, forecasting, budgeting, purchasing, facility layout, aggregate planning, and work improvement techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to perform the variety of analytical and decision-making requirements that will be faced in a business. |
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BUS 240 - Business Ethics Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course introduces contemporary and controversial ethical issues that face the business community. Topics include moral reasoning, moral dilemmas, law and morality, equity, justice and fairness, ethical standards, and moral development. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of their moral responsibilities and obligations as members of the workforce and society. |
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BUS 255 - Org Behavior in Business Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course covers the impact of different management practices and leadership styles on worker satisfaction and morale, organizational effectiveness, productivity, and profitability. Topics include a discussion of formal and informal organizations, group dynamics, motivation, and managing conflict and change. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze different types of interpersonal situations and determine an appropriate course of action. |
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BUS 256 - Recruit Select & Per Plan Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course introduces the basic principles involved in managing the employment process. Topics include personnel planning, recruiting, interviewing and screening techniques, maintaining employee records; and voluntary and involuntary separations. Upon completion, students should be able to acquire and retain employees who match position requirements and fulfill organizational objectives. |
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BUS 258 - Compensation and Benefits Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course is designed to study the basic concepts of pay and its role in rewarding performance. Topics include wage and salary surveys, job analysis, job evaluation techniques, benefits, and pay-for-performance programs. Upon completion, students should be able to develop and manage a basic compensation system to attract, motivate, and retain employees. |
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BUS 259 - HRM Applications Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BUS 217 or BUS 234 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: Enrollment in Business Administration: Human Resources Management program Local Corequisite: None
This course provides students in the Human Resource Management concentration the opportunity to reinforce their learning experiences from preceding HRM courses. Emphasis is placed on application of day-to-day HRM functions by completing in-basket exercises and through simulations. Upon completion, students should be able to determine the appropriate actions called for by typical events that affect the status of people at work. |
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BUS 260 - Business Communication Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: ENG 110 or ENG 111 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course is designed to develop skills in writing business communications. Emphasis is placed on business reports, correspondence, and professional presentations. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate effectively in the work place. |
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BUS 280 - REAL Small Business Class Hours: 4 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course introduces hands-on techniques and procedures for planning and opening a small business, including the personal qualities needed for entrepreneurship. Emphasis is placed on market research, finance, time management, and day-to-day activities of owning/operating a small business. Upon completion, students should be able to write and implement a viable business plan and seek funding. |
Cabinetmaking |
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CAB 111 - Cabinetmaking I Class Hours: 4 Lab Hours: 9 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 7
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $33.75 Lab
This course introduces wood technology, materials, purchasing, estimating, design considerations, and cabinet construction. Topics include wood identification and use, hand tools, safe machine operation, glue and clamping, abrasives, wood joinery, kitchen and bath layout, laminates, and finishing techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to select and process materials; make sound production decisions; and design, lay out, construct, and install cabinets. |
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CAB 112 - Cabinetmaking II Class Hours: 5 Lab Hours: 12 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 9
Prerequisite: CAB 111 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $45.00
This course uses previously learned skills in the design and construction of furniture, European cabinetry, and special cabinet requirements. Topics include furniture repair, wood carving, inlaying, veneering, and millwork products. Upon completion, students should be able to design and construct a piece of furniture, repair defects, and understand the foundation of the 32 mm system. |
Carpentry |
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CAR 110 - Introduction to Carpentry Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
This course introduces the student to the carpentry trade. Topics include duties of a carpenter, hand and power tools, building materials, construction methods, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to identify hand and power tools, common building materials, and basic construction methods. |
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CAR 111 - Carpentry I Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 15 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 8
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: MAT 003 Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $56.25 Lab
This course introduces the theory and construction methods associated with the building industry, including framing, materials, tools, and equipment. Topics include safety, hand/power tool use, site preparation, measurement and layout, footings and foundations, construction framing, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely lay out and perform basic framing skills with supervision. |
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CAR 112 - Carpentry II Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 15 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 8
Prerequisite: CAR 111 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $56.25 Lab
This course covers the advanced theory and construction methods associated with the building industry including framing and exterior finishes. Topics include safety, hand/power tool use, measurement and layout, construction framing, exterior trim and finish, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely frame and apply exterior finishes to a residential building with supervision. |
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CAR 113 - Carpentry III Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 9 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 6
Prerequisite: CAR 111 Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: CAR 112
Additional Fees: $33.75 Lab
This course covers interior trim and finishes. Topics include safety, hand/power tool use, measurement and layout, specialty framing, interior trim and finishes, cabinetry, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely install various interior trim and finishes in a residential building with supervision. |
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CAT 210 - CT Physics & Equipment Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: Enrollment in CT/MRI diploma or CT certificate program. Local Corequisite: None
This course covers the system operations and components, image processing and display, image quality, and artifacts in computed tomography. Emphasis is placed on the data acquisition components, tissue attenuation conversions, image manipulation, and factors controlling image resolution. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the physics and instrumentation used in computed tomography. |
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CAT 211 - CT Procedures Class Hours: 4 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: Enrollment in CT/MRI diploma or CT certificate program. Local Corequisite: None
This course is designed to cover specialized patient care, cross-sectional anatomy, contrast media, and scanning procedures in computed tomography. Emphasis is placed on patient assessment and monitoring, contrast agents’ use, radiation safety, methods of data acquisition, and identification of cross-sectional anatomy. Upon completion, students should be able to integrate all facets of the imaging procedures in computed tomography. |
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CAT 231 - CT Clinical Practicum Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 33 Credit Hours: 11
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: Enrollment in CT/MRI diploma or CT certificate program. Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $45.00 Dosimeter Badge, $16.00 Malpractice
This course provides the opportunity to apply knowledge gained from classroom instruction to the computed tomography clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on patient care and positioning, scanning procedures and image production in computed tomography. Upon completion, students should be able to assume a variety of duties and responsibilities within the computed tomography clinical environment. |
Computer Engineering Technology |
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CET 111 - Computer Upgrade/Repair I Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course covers repairing, servicing, and upgrading computers and peripherals in preparation for industry certification. Topics include CPU/memory/bus identification, disk subsystems, hardware/software installation/configuration, common device drivers, data recovery, system maintenance, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely repair and/or upgrade computer systems to perform within specifications. |
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CET 211 - Computer Upgrade/Repair II Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: CET 111 or CTS 120 Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course covers concepts of repair service, and upgrade of computers and peripherals in preparation for industry certification. Topics may include resolving resource conflicts and system bus specifications, configuration and troubleshooting peripherals, operating system configuration and optimization, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and resolve system conflicts and optimize system performance. |
Chemistry Enrollment in any chemistry course more than two times requires the written permission from the Science Department chair.
For all chemistry courses local prerequisites and local corequisites take precedent over state pre and corequisites.
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CHM 130 - Gen, Org, & Biochemistry Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: DRE 098, DMA 010, DMA 020, and DMA 030 or ENG 002 with grade P2 and MAT 003 with grade P1 Local Corequisite: CHM 130A
This course provides a survey of basic facts and principles of general, organic, and biochemistry. Topics include measurement, molecular structure, nuclear chemistry, solutions, acid-base chemistry, gas laws, and the structure, properties, and reactions of major organic and biological groups. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of fundamental chemical concepts. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. At PCC, emphasis is placed on applications to health and environmental issues. |
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CHM 130A - Gen, Org, & Biochem Lab Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: CHM 130 Local Prerequisite: DRE 098, DMA 010, DMA 020, and DMA 030 or ENG 002 with grade P2 and MAT 003 with grade P1 Local Corequisite: None
This course is a laboratory for CHM 130 . Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences that enhance materials presented in CHM 130. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize basic laboratory procedures and apply them to chemical principles presented in CHM 130. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. At PCC, emphasis is placed on applications to health and environmental issues. |
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CHM 131 - Introduction to Chemistry Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: DRE 098, DMA 010, DMA 020, and DMA 030 or ENG 002 with grade P2 and MAT 003 with grade P1 Local Corequisite: CHM 131A
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of inorganic chemistry. Topics include measurement, matter and energy, atomic and molecular structure, nuclear chemistry, stoichiometry, chemical formulas and reactions, chemical bonding, gas laws, solutions, and acids and bases. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of chemistry as it applies to other fields. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. At PCC, emphasis is placed on applications to health and environmental issues. |
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CHM 131A - Intro to Chemistry Lab Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: CHM 131 Local Prerequisite: DRE 098, DMA 010, DMA 020, and DMA 030 or ENG 002 with grade P2 and MAT 003 with grade P1 Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course is a Laboratory to accompany CHM 131 . Emphasis is placed on Laboratory experiences that enhance materials presented in CHM 131. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize basic Laboratory procedures and apply them to chemical principles presented in CHM 131. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. |
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CHM 132 - Organic and Biochemistry Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: CHM 151 or CHM 131 and CHM 131A Corequisite: None Local Prerequisite: None Local Corequisite: None
Additional Fees: $11.25 Lab
This course provides a survey of major functional classes of compounds in organic and biochemistry. Topics include structure, properties, and reactions of the major organic and biological molecules and basic principles of metabolism. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of fundamental chemical concepts needed to pursue studies in related professional fields. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. At PCC, emphasis is placed on applications to health and environmental issues. |
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