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TO: The College Community
FROM: Patricia Toney
Vice President of Academic Affairs
SUBJECT: ACADEMIC MATTERS
DATE: December 5, 2014
Final approval has been given to the academic matters acted upon at the November 25, 2014 meeting of
the Learning Council.
School of Business, Engineering & Technology
Degree Program Closure: General Studies – Occupational Education Option – Associates in Arts,
effective Fall 2015. (Program Code: GSOE)
New Course: BUS 105 – Introduction to Business Logistics, effective Spring 2015
HEIRS Designation: Occupationally-specific Course Description (as it will appear in catalog):
BUS 105 – Introduction to Business Logistics 3 credits
This course provides students with an understanding of the key functional areas of logistics,
including transportation, distribution, warehousing and inventory management. The course explores
how these functions interact, their importance to the overall organization, and the major cost
components within each area. The course introduces many potential career opportunities available in
this field.
Prerequisite: Passing the ENG 096 departmental writing final examination essay or approp place
score and MAT 090 with a “C” or better on the MAT 090 departmental final exam or approp place
score or CIS 111
New Course: MRK 241 – Social Media Marketing, effective Spring 2015
HEIRS Designation: Occupationally-specific
Course Description (as it will appear in catalog):
MRK 241 – Social Media Marketing 3 credits
This course examines how social media is used to achieve today’s marketing goals. Students gain a
perspective on how traditional marketing professionals have viewed social media, myth busters, and
how social media is integral to building a marketing strategy. Students explore how to use social
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media tools, set social media goals that align with the business’s goals, and analyze and understand
metrics. This class encompasses developing a social media strategy, goals and metrics for business
or professional career development, as well as hands-on work in a computer lab.
Prerequisite: ENG 100 or approp place score
Certificate Revision: Accounting Finance Assistant Certificate, effective Fall 2015 o Remove one Business elective o Add one Humanities elective
See grid on page 32 (Program Code: AF)
Certificate Revision: Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management Certificate, effective Fall
2015
o Remove FIN 216: Small Business Finance
o Add a Humanities elective
See grid on page 35 (Program Code: ENS)
New Course: CST 208 – Security Threats, Vulnerabilities & Countermeasures, effective Spring 2015
HEIRS Designation: Occupationally-specific
Course Description (as it will appear in catalog):
CST 208 Security Threats, Vulnerabilities & Countermeasures 3 credits This course presents a modern and relevant introduction to information systems security and will
present approaches security professionals use to identify the people or things that may cause harm,
identification of vulnerabilities and the countermeasures that can be deployed to reduce the
probability and likelihood of a successful attack against information systems.
Prerequisite: CSC 141
New Course: CST 253 – Lync Server Administration, effective Spring 2015 HEIRS Designation: Occupationally-specific
Course Description (as it will appear in catalog): CST 253 Lync Server Administration 3 credits
This course, one of five in a series, introduces students to the growing complexities of network and
application administration in today’s enterprise computing environments. This course focuses
on Lync and other unified communication technologies, emphasizing IT best practices, and
providing practical knowledge on how to administer Lync in a modern Windows environment.
Students explore important Lync communication protocols (SIP), plan a deployment, and install an
on- premise and cloud based version of the software. Topics such as Lync client configuration (and
mobile client setup), Lync integration with Exchange and SharePoint, Persistent Chat, Topology
planning, security considerations, and user management are covered.
Prerequisite: CSC 141, CSC 234. Corequisite: CST 231
New Course: CST 254 – SharePoint Server Administration, effective Spring 2015
HEIRS Designation: Occupationally-specific
Course Description (as it will appear in catalog):
CST 254 SharePoint Server Administration 1 credit This course, one of five in a series, introduces students to the growing complexities of network and
application administration in today’s enterprise computing environments. This course focuses on SharePoint
and other collaborative technologies, emphasizing IT best practices, and providing practical knowledge on
how to administer SharePoint in a modern Windows environment. Students explore the information
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architecture of SharePoint, plan a deployment, and install an on premise and cloud based version of the
software. Students explore topics such as SharePoint metadata, SharePoint sites, and SharePoint governance.
Prerequisite: CSC 141
Course Revision: MNT 106 – Manufacturing Quality Assurance & Control Techniques, effective
Fall 2015
o Remove pre-requisite MNT 101
Course Description (as it will appear in catalog)
MNT 106 Manufacturing Quality Assurance & Control Techniques 4 credits
This course enhances the use of blueprint reading skills through the study of geometric dimensioning
and tolerances. Students analyze the dimensional and performance requirements of individual parts
or components. Students utilize industry-standard practices in the field of inspection to qualify
component part conformance to a given blueprint. Quality control techniques drive the success of
engineering and manufacturing companies. This course provides students with an understanding of
the critical nature of quality, and recognizing potential problems before they appear. Students use
high precision measuring equipment and statistical process control (SPC) methods to determine and
support quality control requirements.
See grid on page 83 (Program Code: CAD), 85 (MP), 88 (MPC)
Course Revision Proposal: MNT 110 – Manufacturing Processes 1, effective Fall 2015 o Revise course description o Update Student Learning Outcomes
Course Description (as it will appear in catalog) MNT 110 Manufacturing Processes I 3 credits
This course examines present day manufacturing processes and occupations. Students learn various
manufacturing processes including forming, additive, and machining processes. Students gain an
understanding of the properties of materials, the fundamentals of static forces of structures, and the
basics of cost estimating. In addition, students learn a practical approach to managing a project to
provide the technical experience necessary in current manufacturing industries.
Course Revision Proposal: MNT 115 Maintenance and Instrumentation in Manufacturing, effective
Fall 2015 o Remove pre-requisite MNT 110
Course Description (as it will appear in catalog)
MNT 115 Maintenance and Instrumentation in Manufacturing 3 credits This course analyzes modern maintenance applications along with instruments that are frequently used in
manufacturing industries to monitor machinery. Students obtain a detailed understanding of modern
maintenance applications and the mechanical theory behind the procedures. Emphasis is placed on the
operational aspect of monitoring equipment such as pressure gauges, transducers, strain gauges, electronic
recorders, and controllers with a strong emphasis placed on safety. Class projects help students develop the
analytical ability necessary for the operation and maintenance of manufacturing equipment.
See grid on page 85 (Program Code: MP), 88 (MPC)
Course Revision: MNT 217- Process Automation & Robotics, effective Fall 2015 o Remove pre-requisite MNT 110 o Add the co-requisite of MNT 115
Course Description (as it will appear in catalog)
MNT 217 Process Automation & Robotics 3 credits
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This course provides students with an overview of the systems and concepts involved in today’s
highly automated manufacturing environments. Robotic systems, an important component of an
automated system, are also studied. Topics include automation design, robotic systems,
manufacturing execution systems (MES), and statistical process control (SPC). Students learn and
practice systematic troubleshooting, using a highly automated manufacturing system as well as
robotic systems. Prerequisite: CIS 111. Corequisite: MNT 115. F
See grid on page 85 (Program Code: MP), 87 (MPA)
Course Revision: MNT 218-Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma, effective Fall 2015 o Remove pre-requisites of CIS 111, MNT 110 o Add the pre-requisite of MNT 106
Course Description (as it will appear in catalog)
MNT 218 Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma 3 credits
This course focuses on entry-level knowledge of the “Lean Manufacturing” methodology and
includes the fundamentals of “Six Sigma”. It familiarizes students with the fundamental philosophy
of “Lean Manufacturing” and provides them with the tools that enable the identification,
measurement, and elimination of non-value-added activities in a manufacturing setting. Students
gain the understanding that “Lean Manufacturing” maximizes product profit, has a positive effect on
product quality, and reduces overhead costs. Students develop a working knowledge of the best
practices in quality and process management. Prerequisite: MNT 106. S
See grid on page 85 (Program Code: MP)
School of Healthcare – Dr. Jane June
Degree Program Closure: Close General Studies Community Health Option degree, effective Spring
2015 (Program Code: GSCH)
Course Revision: SUR 250 Perioperative Nursing, effective Fall 2015 o Remove NUR 202 as the co-requisite o Remove RN as the prerequisite o Add Admission to Perioperative Nursing Certificate as pre-requisite
Course Description (as it will appear in catalog)
SUR 250 Perioperative Nursing 3 Credits This course is designed to provide the learner with an understanding of the operating room nurse’s
role and responsibilities as a scrub nurse and as a circulating nurse. Instruction includes components
of the basic sciences, surgical asepsis/sterile technique, the Operating Room environment, surgical
procedures, anesthesia, professionalism, clinical practices and the assessment of the patient’s
physical, emotional and spiritual needs. The content is based on the standards and recommended
practices established by the Association of Operating Room Nurses (AORN).
Prerequisite: Admission to Perioperative Nursing Certificate See grid on page 97 (Program Code: PNC)
Course Revision: SUR 251 (effective Fall 2015) o Remove pre-requisite SUR 250 and add it as a co-requisite o Add “Admission to Perioperative Nursing Certificate” as a pre-requisite, instead of “Students
Accepted to the Perioperative Nursing Certificate Course Description (as it will appear in catalog)
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SUR 251 Perioperative Nursing Externship 7 Credits This course is designed to introduce the RN to perioperative nursing skills associated with caring for
the surgical patient in the Operating Room. Students demonstrate the Operating Room nurse’s role
and responsibilities as a scrub nurse and circulating nurse in lab. Students perform these skills with a
preceptor at selected area hospitals.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Perioperative Nursing Certificate. Corequisite: SUR 250 See grid on page 97 (Program Code: PNC)
School of Public Service and Social Sciences- Dr. James Brown
Course Revision: CRJ 102 – Response to Terrorism o Change the title from CRJ 102 Response to Terrorism to CRJ 102 Terrorism and Homeland
Security (effective Fall 2015) Course Description (as it will appear in catalog)
CRJ 102 Terrorism and Homeland Security 3 credits
This course covers the fundamentals of preparing an organization and community for terrorism in
the 21st century. Areas of study include the concept of threat assessment, prevention, mitigation, and
response. Students learn about crisis and consequence management, and the methods used to plan for
and respond to domestic terrorist incidents involving nuclear, biological, or chemical weapons of
mass destruction as it relates to Homeland Security. F/S/SU
Course Revision – CRJ 213-Theories in Criminology o Change the title from CRJ 213 Theories in Criminology to CRJ 213 Criminology (effective
Fall 2015) Course Description (as it will appear in catalog)
CRJ 213 Criminology 3 credits
This course focuses on various criminological theories. Areas of study include early explanations of
criminal behavior and their modern counterparts. Areas of study include an overview of
criminological theories regarding various types of violent crimes, property crimes, business and
government crimes, drug-related crimes, and fraud-related crimes. Students learn these basic theories
and their relationship to criminal investigations.
Prerequisite: ENG 100 or appropriate placement score. F/S/SU
See grid on page 108 (Program Code: CJ)
Course Revision – CRJ 101-Introduction to Criminal Justice o Change the pre-requisite from: ENG 100 or appropriate placement score to: Co-requisite of
ENG 100 or appropriate placement score, effective Fall 2015 Course Description (as it will appear in catalog)
CRJ 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 credits This course covers the philosophies and historical background of the American criminal justice
system. Students discuss the organization, operation, and processes of the justice system: police,
courts, and corrections. Students learn the nature of crime, the characteristics of criminals and
victims, and several contemporary issues confronting each part of the system, such as the use of
force by the police, changes in sentencing practices, and the growth in the prison population.
Corequisite: ENG 100 or appropriate placement score. F/S/SU
See grid on page 108 (Program Code: CJ), 109 (CF), 111 (SEF)
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Degree Program Revision Proposal – Criminal Justice, effective Fall 2015 o Change the current program requirement, CRJ electives and/or Liberal Arts electives (6
credits) to a Criminal Justice Elective (3 credits) and an elective (3 credits). o Update the grid to reflect the change to CRJ 213 and CRJ 101
See grid on page 108 (Program Code: CJ)
Course Revision – PSY 157 – Psychology of Management o Retire PSY 157, effective Fall 2015
Course Revision – PSY 182 – Psychology of Consumer Behavior o Retire PSY 182, effective Fall 2015
Course Revision – PSY 241 – Psychology of Women
o Retire PSY 241, effective Fall 2015
Course Revision – PSY 242 – Psychology of Men o Retire PSY 242, effective Fall 2015
New Certificate – Fire Science Certificate Approved new Fire Science Certificate, effective Fall 2015
See grid page 125 (Program Code: xxx )
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