Northwest Vista College Schedule/Catalog 2016-2017 [Archived Catalog]
Course Descriptions
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The numbers in parentheses listed following the course description, Semester Hours: (3 - 3 - 0), are explained below:
- The first digit is the number of semester credit hours for the course.
- The second digit is the number of lecture hours per week in a regular 16 week semester.
- The third digit is the number of laboratory/clinical/internship/practicum hours per week in a regular 16 week semester.
Hours met per week are based on semester-length classes; courses of shorter semesters during such as flex classes, will meet for more hours per week for equivalency.
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EPCT 1328 - Basic Wastewater Operations
Introduction to the information and operational skills needed for wastewater treatment plants. This course covers basic hand tools, equipment, chemical injections, safety and troubleshooting of water treatment systems. Students will also gain an understanding of piping and instrumentation diagrams. Hands-on experience with pumps, valves, gauges and meters is provided.
Semester Hours: (3-2-2)
CIP: 15.0506
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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EPCT 1343 - Treatment, Remediation, and Disposal Techniques
Prerequisites: EPCT 2314 , EPCT 2315
Corequisites: EPCT 2342
A study of the skills required in treatment, remediation, and disposal processes of solid waste, hazardous materials, and hazardous waste. Emphasizes the technologies applicable in the field. Students will also learn the operation, monitoring, and troubleshooting of membrane pretreatment equipment including multimedia filters and activated carbon beds. Course topics also include prevention of scaling, fouling, and chemical attack problems in membrane units. This course also addresses advanced troubleshooting procedures and techniques required for identifying and correcting common membrane unit problems, including probing, profiling, element replacements, element autopsies and chemical cleaning.
Semester Hours: (3-2-2)
CIP: 15.0507
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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EPCT 1347 - Waste Minimization and Pollution Prevention
Prerequisites: EPCT 2314 , EPCT 2315
Corequisites: EPCT 2342
Exploration of the options available for source reduction, waste minimization, and pollution prevention including regulatory standards applicable to these activities. Emphasis will be placed on chemicals used in water and wastewater treatment plants.
Semester Hours: (3-2-2)
CIP: 15.0507
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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EPCT 1351 - Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Prerequisites: EPCT 2314
Quality assurance/quality control procedures used to confirm viability and confidence of sample results or procedures. Emphasis on documentation, blank and check sample (spike) preparation, and control tables. Quality assurance requirements in regulatory reports.
Semester Hours: (3-2-2)
CIP: 15.0507
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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EPCT 2303 - Surface and Groundwater Collection
Prerequisites: EPCT 1327 , EPCT 1328
In-depth study of operations and maintenance procedures for surface and groundwater collection. This course also examines the technologies required to produce safe drinking water and pretreated water for advanced technology and manufacturing from surface and groundwater sources. Course content includes media filtration, clarification, cartridge filtration, bag filtration, membrane filtration, silt dispersants, biocides, acids, scales inhibitors, sulfite compounds, ultraviolet irradiation and softening.
Semester Hours: (3-2-2)
CIP: 15.0506
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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EPCT 2306 - Wastewater Collection
Prerequisites: EPCT 2342 , EPCT 1343 , EPCT 1347
Design and purpose of wastewater systems; methods of cleaning/inspecting sewer lines; repair/construction techniques; on-the-job safety; detection of toxic and explosive gases; calculations to determine size/slope of sewer lines; flow velocities; and lift station operation and maintenance. This course also examines the characteristics of feed water contaminants and the fundamental principles of ion exchange water purification using ion exchange technology.
Semester Hours: (3-2-2)
CIP: 15.0506
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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EPCT 2312 - Water Rules and Regulations
Discussion of local, state, and federal rules and regulations relevant to water. Students will learn how to complete regulatory reports, author and apply SOPs to local, state, and federal rules and regulations.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 15.0506
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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EPCT 2314 - Wastewater Laboratory
Prerequisites: EPCT 1327 , EPCT 1328 , EPCT 2315
Basic techniques for sampling and chemical and microbiological analysis of wastewater as required by governmental regulatory agencies. This course also provides an overview of the theory, processes and equipment used in common membrane water treatment systems. Content includes micro-filtration, ultra-filtration, electro-dialysis, electrode-ionization, nano-filtration and reverse osmosis membrane technologies. Students will also examine system design considerations and membrane integration into water treatment systems.
Semester Hours: (3-2-2)
CIP: 15.0506
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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EPCT 2315 - Water Laboratory
Corequisites: CHEM 1305
Basic techniques for sampling and chemical and microbiological analysis of water as required by governmental regulatory agencies. Students will calibrate lab equipment, design and execute appropriate sampling procedures for water analysis, understand theory and technical data related to quality control, and perform and interpret basic chemical and microbiological tests on water.
Semester Hours: (3-2-2)
CIP: 15.0506
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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EPCT 2335 - Advanced Environmental Instrumental Analysis
Prerequisites: Department approval.
Regulations and standards in the analysis of samples using specific analytical instruments and their procedures. Emphasis on instrument calibration or sample preparation, evaluation, and reporting of analytical results.
Semester Hours: (3-2-2)
CIP: 15.0507
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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EPCT 2341 - Wastewater Treatment
Prerequisites: EPCT 2342 , EPCT 1343 , EPCT 1347
Advanced study of the theory of operations and maintenance of wastewater treatment. Course topics also include principles and operation of post-ion exchange equipment such as ultraviolet irradiation units and final filters, as well as minimization of dead legs and disinfection of high purity water piping.
Semester Hours: (3-2-2)
CIP: 15.0506
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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EPCT 2342 - Advanced Water and Wastewater Chemistry
Prerequisites: EPCT 2314 , EPCT 2315
Advanced chemical and microbiological analysis for nonstandard water and wastewater samples. This course will also cover standard laboratory procedures according to local, state and federal guidelines. Students will learn to perform on-stream analysis for the measurement of inorganic and organic compounds, ions, particles and microorganisms.
Semester Hours: (3-2-2)
CIP: 15.0506
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FITT 1301 - Fitness & Exercise Testing
Techniques for conducting physical fitness assessments including tests of cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength and endurance, joint flexibility, body composition, and pulmonary capacity. Includes fitness equipment use and maintenance. Emphasis on safety guidelines and precautions.
Semester Hours: (3-2-2)
CIP: 31.0501
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FITT 1303 - Fitness Event Planning & Promotion
Practical aspects of developing and scheduling group exercise fitness classes. Includes recreational activities, competitive events, and promotion of exercise and non-exercise activities. Emphasis on the design of safe, enjoyable activities.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 31.0501
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FITT 1394 - Special Topics in Exercise Sciences/Physiology and Movement Studies
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledges, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
Semester Hours: (3-2-2)
CIP: 31.0505
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FITT 2164 - Practicum (or Field Experience) - Health and Physical Education, General
Prerequisites: Instructor approval required
Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.
Semester Hours: (1-0-10)
CIP: 31.0501
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FITT 2301 - Lifestyle Change for Wellness
Components of weight control, healthy nutrition, smoking cessation, stress management, and other current trends. Includes techniques in behavior modification, motivation, teaching, and counseling.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 31.0501
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FITT 2311 - Prevention & Care of Exercise Injury
Prerequisites: BIOL 2401 Human Anatomy and Physiology
Overview of design methods for exercise settings and programs for injury prevention. Includes the use of safe physical conditioning techniques, current exercise fads and myths that promote injury, methods for injury recognition and evaluation, on-site care of exercise injuries, and emergency procedures.
Semester Hours: (3-2-2)
CIP: 51.0913
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FITT 2313 - Exercise Science
Prerequisites: BIOL 2401 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
A survey of scientific principles, methodologies, and research as applied to exercise and physical fitness. Emphasis on physiological responses and adaptations to exercise. Topics include basic elements of kinesiology, biomechanics, motor learning, and the physical fitness industry.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 31.0505
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FITT 2331 - Group Exercise Instruction
Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology
A study of guided and sequential experiences for developing aerobic based group exercise leadership skills. Opportunities provided for students to practice these skills under a professional mentor in a group setting.
Semester Hours: (3-2-2)
CIP: 31.0501
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FITT 2333 - Fitness Industry Operations & Technology
A survey of the practical aspects of the physical fitness industry. Emphasis on equipment cost analysis, program marketing, legal issues, policy formation, budgetary planning, computer software applications, and current industry trends.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 31.0501
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FITT 2409 - Theory of Exercise Program Design & Instruction
Prerequisites: ,
The study of health related components of physical fitness including cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition. Topics include the theoretical basis underlying physical fitness; instructional techniques for fitness development; and methods for leading an exercise session, including design, instruction, and evaluation.
Semester Hours: (4-3-2)
CIP: 31.0501
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FLMC 1300 - Production Management
Prerequisites: ARTV 2341
Managing above- and below-the-line film or video production costs. Emphasizes analysis of scripts and treatments to determine production costs, crewing requirements, location needs, equipment rentals, and associated production costs.
Semester Hours: (3-2-2)
CIP: 50.0602
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FLMC 1331 - Video Graphics and Visual Effects
Prerequisites: ARTV 2341
Applications of computers for video production. Design of computer graphic workstations and development of a rationale for selecting software, hardware, and peripherals. Much emphasis will be placed on After Effects and compositing.
Semester Hours: (3-2-3)
CIP: 50.0602
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FLMC 1392 - Special Topics in Film-Video Making/Cinematography and Production
Prerequisites: ARTV 2341 - Advanced Digital Video
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledges, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
Semester Hours: (3-2-3)
CIP: 50.0602
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FLMC 2280 - Cooperative Education: Film and Video Production
Prerequisites: Permission of Program Coordinator.
Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.
Semester Hours: (2-1-9)
CIP: 50.0602
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FLMC 2308 - Film Business and Marketing
Prerequisites: ARTV 2341 with a C or better, COMM 2366
The fundamentals of budgeting, financial records, and the distribution and marketing of films.
Semester Hours: (3-2-2)
CIP: 50.0602
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FLMC 2333 - Cinematography
Prerequisites: ARTV 2341
Theoretical elements and practical applications of the cinematic craft. Attention will be paid to lighting techniques and equipment operation.
Semester Hours: (3-2-3)
CIP: 50.0602
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FLMC 2335 - Screenwriting for Features, Shorts and Documentaries
Prerequisites: ENGL 1301 , ARTV 1351
Screenwriting for the principle genres of film and video.
Semester Hours: (3-2-2)
CIP: 50.0602
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FLMC 2344 - Advanced Film and Video Editing
Prerequisites: ARTV 2341
Exploration of the creative possibilities of non-linear film and video editing. Includes editing aesthetics, titles, graphic design, compositing, and special effects
Semester Hours: (3-2-3)
CIP: 50.0602
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FLMC 2434 - Directing for Film or Video
Prerequisites: ARTV 2341 , FLMC 2335
Analysis of directing styles to formulate a personal directing style. Includes directing a film or video production.
Semester Hours: (4-3-2)
CIP: 50.0602
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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FREN 1411 - Elementary French I
Introductory course that presents the fundamentals of the French language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Language lab is required.
Semester Hours: (4-4-1)
CIP: 16.0901.51 13
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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FREN 1412 - Elementary French II
Prerequisites: FREN 1411 , departmental approval, or placement exam.
Introductory course that presents the fundamentals of the French language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. This course is a continuation of FREN 1411 . A language lab is required.
Semester Hours: (4-4-1)
CIP: 16.0901.51 13
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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FREN 2311 - Intermediate French I
Prerequisites: FREN 1412 , departmental approval, or placement exam.
This course is a continuation of FREN 1412 . It provides additional development of language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Short literary selections are introduced in a context of French culture and civilization.
This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 16.0901.52 13
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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FREN 2312 - Intermediate French II
Prerequisites: FREN 2311 , departmental approval, or placement exam.
This course is a continuation of FREN 2311 . It provides additional development of language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Short literary selections are introduced in a context of French culture and literature.
This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 16.0901.52 13
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GAME 1302 - Interactive Storyboarding
Prerequisites: ARTC 1302 with a grade of C or better
In-depth coverage of storyboarding for the development of games and simulations. Addresses pre-production preparation and creation of comprehensive design for a game or simulation including target audience analysis, purpose, goals and objectives, content outline, flow chart, and storyboard.
Semester Hours: (3-3-1)
CIP: 10.0304
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GAME 1303 - Introduction to Game Design and Development
Introduction to electronic game development and game development careers. Includes examination of history and philosophy of games, the game production process, employee factors for success in the field, and current issues and practices in the game development industry.
Semester Hours: (3-3-1)
CIP: 10.0304
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GAME 1304 - Level Design
Prerequisites: GAME 1303
Introduction to the tools and concepts used to create levels for games and simulations. Incorporates level design, architecture theory, concepts of critical path and flow, balancing, play testing, and storytelling. Includes utilization of toolsets from industry titles.
Semester Hours: (3-2-3)
CIP: 10.0304
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GAME 1306 - Design and Creation of Games
Prerequisites: GAME 1303
Introduction to game and simulation development. Includes analysis of existing applications and their play elements. In-depth coverage of the elements of the application and examination of social issues, genres, and trends. Also covers creation of design documents, investigation of why people play games, review of technological and cultural history of electronic games, survey of the major innovators and historical figures of the industry, and examination of the trends and taboos that motivate game design.
Semester Hours: (3-3-1)
CIP: 10.0304
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GAME 1314 - Character Sculpting
Creation of original characters from the drawing stage to sculpting clay status. Explores a variety of poses using clay and aluminum armatures.
Semester Hours: (3-3-1)
CIP: 10.0304
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GAME 1372 - Particles and Dynamics
Prerequisites: ARTV 1341
Special FX and Simulations using 3D Lights and Volumetric Effects, Particles and Deflectors, Space Warps, Dynamics, and Particle Flow to create fog, smoke, snow, rain effects, explosions, Hair and Fur, clothing elements and collision calculations.
Semester Hours: (3-3-2)
CIP: 10.0304
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GAME 2286 - Internship - Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
Prerequisites: Instructor Permission
work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.
Semester Hours: (2-0-12)
CIP: 10.0304
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GAME 2332 - Project Development I
Prerequisites: GAME 1304 , ITSE 1307
Skill development in an original modification based on a current game engine. Includes management of version control; development of project timeliness; integration of sound, models, and animation; production of demos; and creation of original levels, characters, and content for a real-time multiplayer game. Applies skills learned in previous classes in a simulated real-world design team experience.
Semester Hours: (3-3-1)
CIP: 10.0304
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GAME 2336 - Lighting, Shading, and Texture
Prerequisites: ARTV 1341
Lighting, shading, and texture painting for 3-D models using digital painting techniques. Emphasizes lighting, shading, and texture creation of limited resolution to increase system performance for digital games and simulation training models.
Semester Hours: (3-3-1)
CIP: 10.0304
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GAME 2338 - Game Testing
Prerequisites: ITSE 1302
Testing and debugging gaming and simulation applications in the alpha and beta stages of production. Includes critiques of the product and written documentation of the testing and debugging processes.
Semester Hours: (3-3-1)
CIP: 10.0304
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GAME 2341 - Game Scripting
Prerequisites: ITSE 1302
Scripting languages with emphasis on game concepts and simulations. Describe the role of scripts in the development of games, simulations, and other software; and apply appropriate scripting structure and syntax for game and/or simulation software development.
Semester Hours: (3-3-1)
CIP: 10.0304
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GAME 2342 - Game Development Using C++
Prerequisites: ITSE 2331
Skill development in C++ programming for games and simulations. Examines real-world C++ development issues.
Semester Hours: (3-3-1)
CIP: 10.0304
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GAME 2344 - Direct X Programming
Prerequisites: ITSE 2331
Exploration of the advanced suite of multimedia application programming interfaces (API) built into the Microsoft Windows operating system. Includes fundamentals of Direct X’s API that give multimedia applications access to advanced features of high-performance hardware such as 3-D graphics acceleration chips and sound cards. Addresses control of low-level functions including 2-D graphics acceleration; support for input devices such as joysticks, keyboards, and mice; and control of sound mixing and sound output.
Semester Hours: (3-3-1)
CIP: 10.0304
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GAME 2359 - Game and Simulation Group Project
Prerequisites: Instructor permission
Creation of a game and/or simulation project utilizing a team approach. Includes animation, titles, visualization of research results, modeling with polygon frames, curves and surfaces, 3-D text and animation with keyframes, paths (objects and curves), morphing, vertex keys, skeletons, and lattices.
Semester Hours: (3-3-1)
CIP: 10.0304
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GAME 2372 - Principles of Character Animation
Prerequisites: ARTV 1341
This course covers the 12 principles of animation and the illusion of life concepts as defined by the traditional animation industry. Students will use these concepts and apply them in a 3D application context. Study of character motion and footsteps, use of modifiers to create believable walk cycles and animation loops for games.
Semester Hours: (3-2-3)
CIP: 10.0304
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GAME 2386 - Internship - Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
Prerequisites: Permission of Program Coordinator
A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary.
Semester Hours: (3-0-12)
CIP: 10.0304
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GEOG 1301 - Physical Geography
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
Introduction to the concepts which provide a foundation for continued study of geography. Includes the different elements of natural environment as related to human activities and map concepts with an emphasis on physical geography.
This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.0701.51 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: No
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GEOG 1302 - Human Geography
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310
This course introduces students to fundamental concepts, skills, and practices of human geography. Place, space, and scale serve as a framework for understanding patterns of human experience. Topics for discussion may include globalization, population and migration, culture, diffusion, political and economic systems, language, religion, gender, and ethnicity.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.0701.51 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: No
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GEOG 1303 - World Regional Geography
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
Study major world regions with emphasis on prevailing conditions and developments, including emerging conditions and trends, and the awareness of diversity of ideas and practices to be found in those regions. Course content may include one or more regions.
This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.0701.53 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GEOG 2389 - Academic Cooperative
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on experience in geography. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of human social behavior and/or social institutions.
Semester Hours: (3-1-8)
CIP: 45.0101.51 25
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: No
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GEOL 1103 - Physical Geology Laboratory
Prerequisites: GEOL 1303 or concurrent enrollment
Principles of physical and historical geology. Study of the earth’s composition, structure, and internal and external processes. Includes the geologic history of the earth and the evolution of life.
Semester Hours: (1-0-3)
CIP: 40.0601.54 03
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GEOL 1104 - Historical Geology Laboratory
Prerequisites: GEOL 1304 , GEOL 1301 , GEOL 1305 , GEOL 1345 , or GEOL 1403 or concurrent enrollment
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305
Laboratory work in this course includes the study of rocks, fossils, stratigraphic principles, geographic maps and geologic maps.
Semester Hours: (1-0-3)
CIP: 40.0601.54 03
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: No
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GEOL 1105 - Environmental Science Lab
Prerequisites: Successful completion of GEOL 1305 with a grade of “C” or higher, or concurrent enrollment
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305
Laboratory work includes the study of earth materials, maps, natural disasters, and pollution.
Semester Hours: (1-0-3)
CIP: 03.0103.53 01
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GEOL 1301 - Earth Sciences Lecture I
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305
Topics include the nature of the earth as revealed by geology, astronomy, meteorology, oceanography, and other related physical sciences. Some laboratory experiences or field trips may be included.
This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 40.0601.51 03
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GEOL 1302 - Earth Sciences II (lecture)
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305
Survey of physical and historical geology, astronomy, meteorology, oceanography, and related sciences.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 40.0601.51 03
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: No
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GEOL 1303 - Physical Geology (lecture)
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305
Principles of physical and historical geology. Study of the earth’s composition, structure, and internal and external processes. Includes the geologic history of the earth and the evolution of life.
This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 40.0601.54 03
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: No
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GEOL 1304 - Historical Geology Lecture
Prerequisites: GEOL 1301 or GEOL 1401 or GEOL 1403
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305
This course focuses on the origin and evolution of the earth through geologic time, emphasizing organic evolution and plate tectonics. Occasional field trips may be arranged.
This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 40.0601.54 03
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: No
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GEOL 1305 - Environmental Science Lecture
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305
A survey of the forces, including humans, that shape our physical and biologic environment, and how they affect life on Earth. Introduction to the science and policy of global and regional environmental issues, including pollution, climate change, and sustainability of land, water, and energy resources.
This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 03.0103.53 01
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: No
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GEOL 1345 - Oceanography
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305
This course is an introduction to the basic biological, chemical, geological, hydrological, and physical features and processes of the oceans, including origin, evolution, uses, and resources. Some laboratory experiences may be included.
This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 40.0601.51 03
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GEOL 1347 - Meteorology
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305
This course is an introduction to the nature of the Earth’s atmosphere, weather, and climate. Topics include atmospheric composition, structure and circulation, air temperature, heat transfer, humidity, cloud formation, weather fronts, tornadoes, and hurricanes.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 40.0601.51 03
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GEOL 1403 - Physical Geology
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305
This course is an introduction to the nature and properties of rocks and minerals; processes by which they are formed, altered, and transported; and the nature and development of the landscape. Laboratory work includes the study of minerals, rocks, and topographic and geologic maps. Occasional field trips may be arranged.
This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 40.0601.54 03
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GEOL 1404 - Historical Geology
Prerequisites: GEOL 1301 or GEOL 1401 or GEOL 1403
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305
This course focuses on the origin and evolution of the earth through geologic time, emphasizing organic evolution and plate tectonics. Laboratory work in this course includes the study of rocks, fossils, geographic maps, geologic maps, and other aspects of earth history. Occasional field trips may be arranged.
This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 40.0601.54 03
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GEOL 1405 - Environmental Geology
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305
A study of current environmental problems from a geologic perspective. Topics include natural geological hazards (e.g., volcanism, earthquakes, mass movements, flooding, erosion) and the impact of human activity (e.g., urban development, agriculture, dam construction, fossil fuel consumption, waste disposal) on the geological environment. Laboratory work includes the study of earth materials, maps, natural disasters, and pollution.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 03.0103.53 01
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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GERM 1411 - Elementary German I
Introductory course that presents the fundamentals of the German language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Language lab is required.
Semester Hours: (4-4-1)
CIP: 16.0501.51 13
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GERM 1412 - Elementary German II
Prerequisites: GERM 1411 or departmental approval
Introductory course that presents the fundamentals of the German language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Language lab is required. This course is a continuation of GERM 1411 .
Semester Hours: (4-4-1)
CIP: 16.0501.51 13
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GOVT 2304 - Introduction to Political Science
Prerequisites: GOVT 2305 or GOVT 2301
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Introductory survey of the discipline of political science focusing on the scope, and methods of the field, and the substantive topics in the discipline including the theoretical foundations of politics, political interaction, political institutions and how political systems function.
This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.1001.52 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GOVT 2305 - Federal Government
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Origin and development of the U.S. Constitution, structure and powers of the national government including the legislative, executive, and judicial branches, federalism, political participation, the national election process, public policy, civil liberties and civil rights.
This course fulfills the Government/Political Science foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.1002.51 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GOVT 2306 - Texas Government
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Origin and development of the Texas constitution, structure and powers of state and local government, federalism and inter-governmental relations, political participation, the election process, public policy, and the political culture of Texas.
This course fulfills the Government/Political Science foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.1002.51 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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GOVT 2311 - Mexican-American Politics
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
The study of Mexican-American/Chicano/a politics within the American political experience. Special emphasis will be placed on the role that Texas has played, and continues to play in this experience.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 05.0203.54 25
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HIST 1301 - United States History I
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, and intellectual history of the United States from the pre-Columbian era to the Civil War/Reconstruction period. United States History I includes the study of pre-Columbian, colonial, revolutionary, early national, slavery and sectionalism, and the Civil War/Reconstruction eras. Themes that may be addressed in United States History I include: American settlement and diversity, American culture, religion, civil and human rights, technological change, economic change, immigration and migration, and creation of the federal government.
This course fulfills the American History foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 54.0102.51 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HIST 1302 - United States History II
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, and intellectual history of the United States from the Civil War/Reconstruction era to the present. United States History II examines industrialization, immigration, world wars, the Great Depression, Cold War and post-Cold War eras. Themes that may be addressed in United States History II include: American culture, religion, civil and human rights, technological change, economic change, immigration and migration, urbanization and suburbanization, the expansion of the federal government, and the study of U.S. foreign policy.
This course fulfills the American History foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3- 0)
CIP: 54.0102.51 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HIST 2301 - Texas History
Prerequisites: Credit for three semester hours of history.
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
A survey of the political, social, economic, cultural, and intellectual history of Texas from the pre-Columbian era to the present. Themes that may be addressed in Texas History include: Spanish colonization and Spanish Texas; Mexican Texas; the Republic of Texas; statehood and secession; oil, industrialization, and urbanization; civil rights; and modern Texas.
This course fulfills the American History foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 54.0102.52 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HIST 2311 - Western Civilization I
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of Europe and the Mediterranean world from human origins to the 17th century. Themes that should be addressed in Western Civilization I include the cultural legacies of Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, Byzantium, Islamic civilizations, and Europe through the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Reformations.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 54.0101.54 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HIST 2312 - Western Civilization II
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of Europe and the Mediterranean world from the 17th century to the modern era. Themes that should be addressed in Western Civilization II include absolutism and constitutionalism, growth of nation states, the Enlightenment, revolutions, classical liberalism, industrialization, imperialism, global conflict, the Cold War, and globalism.
Semester Hours: (3-3- 0)
CIP: 54.0101.54 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HIST 2321 - World Civilizations I
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of the world from the emergence of human cultures through the 15th century. The course examines major cultural regions of the world in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania and their global interactions over time. Themes include the emergence of early societies, the rise of civilizations, the development of political and legal systems, religion and philosophy, economic systems and trans-regional networks of exchange. The course emphasizes the development, interaction and impact of global exchange.
This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 54.0101.53 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HIST 2322 - World Civilizations II
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of the world from the 15th century to the present. The course examines major cultural regions of the world in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania and their global interactions over time. Themes include maritime exploration and transoceanic empires, nation/state formation and industrialization, imperialism, global conflicts and resolutions, and global economic integration. The course emphasizes the development, interaction and impact of global exchange.
This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 54.0101.53 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HIST 2327 - Mexican-American History I
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Historical, economic, social, and cultural development of the Mexican American experience to the 19th Century.
This course fulfills the American History foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 05.0203.52.25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HIST 2328 - Mexican-American History II
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Historical, economic, social, and cultural development of the Mexican-American experience from the 19th Century.
This course fulfills the American History foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 05.0203.52 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HIST 2381 - African-American History
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Historical, economic, social, and cultural development of African-American groups.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.1101.53 25
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HIST 2389 - Academic Cooperative
Prerequisites: Department Approval
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on experience in history. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of human social behavior and/or social institutions.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.0101.51 25
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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HPRS 2301 - Pathophysiology
Prerequisites: HITT 1305 and BIOL 2404 (or BIOL 2401 and BIOL 2402 ) all with a C or higher.
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320
Study of the pathology and general health management of diseases and injuries across the life span. Topics include etiology, symptoms, and the physical and psychological reactions to diseases and injuries.
Semester Hours: (3-2-4)
CIP: 510707
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HRPO 1311 - Human Relations
Practical application of the principles and concepts of the behavioral sciences to interpersonal relationships in the business and industrial environment
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 52.1003
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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HUMA 1301 - Introduction to the Humanities I
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
An interdisciplinary, multi-perspective assessment of cultural, political, philosophical, and aesthetic factors critical to the formulation of values and the historical development of the individual and of society.
This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 24.0103.51 12
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HUMA 1302 - Introduction to the Humanities II
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
An interdisciplinary, multi-perspective assessment of cultural, political, philosophical, and aesthetic factors critical to the formulation of values and the historical development of the individual and of society.
This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 24.0103.51 12
Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HUMA 1305 - Introduction to Mexican-American Studies
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Introduction to the field of Mexican-American / Chicano/a Studies from its inception to the present. Interdisciplinary survey designed to introduce students to the salient cultural, economic, educational, historical, political, and social aspects of the Mexican-American / Chicano/a experience.
This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 05.0203.51 25
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HUMA 1311 - Mexican-American Fine Arts Appreciation
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
An examination of Mexican-American / Chicano/a artistic expressions in the visual and performing arts.
This course fulfills the Creative Arts foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 50.0703.54 26
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HUMA 1315 - Fine Arts Appreciation
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Understanding purposes and processes in the visual and musical arts including evaluation of selected works.
This course fulfills the Creative Arts foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 50.0101.51 26
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HUMA 2319 - American Minority Studies
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Historical, economic, social, and cultural development of minority groups. May include African-American, Mexican American, Asian American, and Native American issues.
This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.1101.53 25
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: Yes
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HUMA 2323 - World Cultures
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420
Study of human beings, their antecedents and related primates, and their cultural behavior and institutions. Introduces the major sub-fields: physical and cultural anthropology, archeology, linguistics, and ethnology.
This course fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture foundational component area of the core, and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 45.0201.51 25
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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IBUS 1301 - Principles of Exports
Export management processes and procedures. Includes governmental controls and compliance, licensing of products, documentation, commercial invoices, and transportation. Emphasizes human and public relations, management of personnel, finance, and accounting procedures.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 52.1101
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: No
SPC: No
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IMED 1316 - Web Design I
Instruction in web page design and related graphic design issues including mark-up languages, web sites, and browsers.
Semester Hours: (3-2-4)
CIP: 11.0801
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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IMED 1341 - Interface Design
Prerequisites: IMED 1401
Skill development in the interface design process including selecting interfaces that are meaningful to users and relative to a project’s content and delivery system.
Semester Hours: (3-2-4)
CIP: 11.0801
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: No
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IMED 1345 - Interactive Digital Media I
Prerequisites: ARTC 1302 or IMED 1401
Exploration of the use of graphics and sound to create interactive multimedia applications and/or animations using industry standard authoring software.
Semester Hours: (3-2-4)
CIP: 11.0801
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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IMED 1359 - Writing for Digital Media
Written communication for digital media environments including professional websites or other digital content.
Semester Hours: (3-2-2)
CIP: 11.0801
Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: Yes
PAC: No
SAC: No
SPC: Yes
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