Montgomery College 2018-2019 Catalog

Apr 29, 2024

Montgomery College 2018-2019 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Computer Applications
	CMAP 232 - Word Processing Applications Designed to enable students to acquire and apply word processing skills by studying word processing software currently used in business. PREREQUISITE(S): CMAP 120 or consent of department. A keyboarding speed of 30 words per minute is recommended. Three hours each week. Formerly CA 232. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Format and process text efficiently in word processed business documents. Manage and prepare main documents and various types of data files to create merged documents. Apply techniques for using templates and pre-designed styles in word processing. Evaluate word processed documents to make sure they are error-free and up to current professional standards. Organize professional word processed reports by creating a table of contents, index, cross-referencing and bookmarks. Prepare word processed forms using appropriate form controls and design. View Schedule of Classes
	CMAP 242 - Introduction to Database Applications Covers the creation, design, and use of databases for practical business applications. The course focuses on the functions of database applications and the design, maintenance, and manipulation of a database, including the design of simple queries, forms, and reports. PREREQUISITE(S): CMAP 120 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly CA 141. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Apply objects and collections in the Access/VBA environment. Apply programming actions initiated in response to Access events. Employ macros in Access and determine circumstances where they are applicable. Perform exercises exploring advanced topics regarding database creation. Prepare a comprehensive database project reviewing prior knowledge. Prepare program procedures including decision structures, looping structures, and error handling. Utilize VBA to develop customized applications with Access including modules, functions and event procedures. View Schedule of Classes
	CMAP 245 - Advanced Database Applications Intended for the intermediate database user, this course covers topics such as subforms, integration of databases with other applications, customization, and macros. It also introduces VBA. Together with CMAP 242 this will create a complete and thorough database series. PREREQUISITE(S): CMAP 242 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly CA 240. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate advanced database design principles by designing a database with more than three related tables of different types; look-up, main and bridge tables Utilize entity relationship diagramming to create and accurately describe the structure of a database Identify and describe the three main types of relationships and the appropriateness of each; one-to-one, one-to-many and many-to-many Explain the concept of referential integrity and its importance to database design and data accuracy Explain the process of normalization and apply the process to correctly design a database Create and use advanced queries such as parameter, action, summarizing (aggregating), find duplicate and find unmatched queries Create simple one table queries using SQL. Students will correctly use SELECT, FROM, WHERE and ORDER BY clauses Describe and use proper table joins in queries; inner, full outer, and left and right outer joins Create a custom form without the use of a wizard that contains advanced form controls such as options groups and combo boxes Create a form and corresponding subform with correct master/child relationship Create a tabbed form Create a custom report with advanced sorting and grouping options Create calculated and summarized fields in a report Create custom macros; conditional, macro groups and autoexec macros Attach macros to object events and command buttons Create a switchboard; custom and using the switchboard manager Convert database to an ?application? by setting start-up options, creating a switchboard, and creating custom toolbars and menus View Schedule of Classes
	CMAP 252 - Spreadsheet Applications Provides study in the creation, design, and use of spreadsheets for business applications. Emphasis focuses on formatting and enhancing spreadsheets, maintaining workbooks, working with lists, using appropriate functions, interpreting data, and template design. PREREQUISITE(S): CMAP 120 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly CA 252. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Create named ranges and reference range names in formulas and functions Link data between multiple worksheets and workbooks Perform financial calculations with functions such as PMT and FV Provide varied results based on spreadsheet conditions by utilizing IF, nested IF, and LOOKUP functions as well as conditional formats Answer “what if” questions with tools such as PivotTables, the Scenario Manager, Goal Seek, and Data Tables Sort, filter, and query data from a list or table, and ensure correct information is entered with data validation Automate document formatting and multi-step procedures with templates and macros Import data from and export data to other applications and web pages View Schedule of Classes
	CMAP 269 - Computer Applications Internship (Also listed as CMSC 269 . Credit cannot be received for both CMAP 269 and CMSC 269 .) Students work for college credit in a professional environment related to their particular track in the computer applications program. The intent is to give students an appropriate work experience that will expand their knowledge and aid them in making career decisions. A limited number of internships are available through the program each semester, or the student may propose an internship. A comprehensive record of the work experience is kept by the student and discussed in seminar meetings. PREREQUISITE(S): Consent of internship coordinator and a minimum of 12 semester hours in program area. An internship will involve a minimum of five hours of work experience per semester hour each week for 15 weeks. May be repeated for a maximum of four credits. Eight hours of seminar discussions each semester. Formerly CA 269. 1-4 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Clearly articulate (verbally and in writing) the duties of their job and how they relate to their program of study. Develop new and/or reinforce previously learned skills and knowledge related to their program of study in a work environment. View Schedule of Classes
Construction Management
	CMGT 100 - Construction Methods and Materials (R only) CE-R Covers the characteristics, specifications, properties, terminology, and use of construction materials. The course emphasizes principles and methods for the selection and application or installation of materials and building components rather than development and production of materials. Laboratory experiences focus on the analysis, use, limitations, testing, and practical application of selected construction materials. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 002 , READ 120 . Three hours lecture/discussion, one hour laboratory each week. Formerly CT 130. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of the methods and materials used for both structural and non structural elements of a building. Acquire and utilize the terminology applicable to construction methods and materials. Recognize the sequence of components utilized in the construction of buildings. Select the appropriate method or material to be used in a particular building system. Research and present a topic relevant to a particular material or method in construction. Acquire an appreciation of time management. View Schedule of Classes
	CMGT 110 - Construction Plan Reading (R only) CE-R Covers construction documents, with emphasis on interpreting contract drawings. Topics include terminology, symbols, and conventions used in both commercial and residential drawings; methods and procedures for reading basic architectural and structural drawings; and introduction to mechanical and electrical drawings. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 002 , READ 120 . Three hours lecture/discussion, one hour laboratory each week. Formerly CT 131. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Describe and recognize differences among the types of reproduction of prints from original drawings. Outline the different uses of “blueprints” as a means of providing information to the various participants in the construction business, i.e., owners, designers, inspectors, engineers, project managers, field supervisors, trades and craftspersons, to name a few. Name and describe the major categories and views found in a set of contract drawings. Describe the different information found on: Civil Drawings, Architectural Drawings, Structural Drawings, Mechanical Drawings, Plumbing Drawings, Electrical Drawings. Describe both the purposes and uses of schedules. Identify and interpret the types of lines used in civil, architectural and mechanical drawings. Identify and describe the symbols and their usage in reference to their applicable trades. Describe the differences among the contract drawings, shop drawings and field drawings. Become competent in understanding the various scales used on construction drawings. Become competent in determining the correct dimensions by understanding the various mathematical practices (feet/inches, decimal/fractions) used to show sizes and distances on drawings. Describe common views, projections and conventions used in working drawings. Calculate areas and volumes useful in estimating the sizes of common construction materials as found on construction drawings. Identify some of the common estimating formulae and rules of thumb. Describe the current means of drawing generation, storage and reproduction of contract drawings with emphasis on computer applications. Describe the SI metric system as it currently affects not only materials and products but also dimensioning in the construction field. View Schedule of Classes
	CMGT 135 - Construction Field Operations (R only) CE-R Introduces field management from the superintendent’s standpoint. Topics include job site analysis and planning, utilization of equipment, labor and material coordination, records and documentation, field scheduling, safety methods and programs, production efficiency and improvement, leadership and motivation, communications, and human relations. Site visitations and laboratory experiences supplement class discussions. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 002 , READ 120 . Three hours lecture/discussion, one hour laboratory each week. Formerly CT 135. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Develop an understanding of the general aspects and variables related to Construction Field Management. Develop an understanding of Construction Field Management techniques and processes as affected by the work environment. Demonstrate an understanding of the general process of managing on site resources of labor, material, equipment, money and time. Develop an understanding of the basics of scheduling, management techniques, and field engineering and layout. Describe the basics of field communication, both written and oral and the keeping of proper job site records. Identify and manage project risks such as safety, weather, and project resources. Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of dealing with subcontractors, inspectors, owners and suppliers for a project. View Schedule of Classes
	CMGT 190 - Computer Applications in Construction (R only) CE-R Reviews software applications in construction project management, administration, estimating, scheduling, and cost control. Topics include an introduction to software packages used in subsequent courses, and Internet applications in construction. PREREQUISITE(S): CMAP 120 or consent of department. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory each week. Formerly CT 190. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Identify basic computer hardware components used in construction management. Demonstrate general computer usage skills. In the construction field . Articulate general computer vocabulary. Demonstrate an understanding of the ‘Windows’ GUI and OS capabilities. Use web browser software to navigate the Internet for web-based investigation and communication resources. Use word processing software to develop documents for clear communications with project participants. Use spreadsheet software to develop spreadsheets for collecting, organizing, and manipulating information. Analyze construction plans, as required for performing cost estimating and project scheduling. Apply computer based project estimating, using Timberline software tools. Apply computer based project scheduling, using Primavera software tools. View Schedule of Classes
	CMGT 210 - Construction Management (R only) CE-R Covers all phases of construction project management. The course introduces the procedures, responsibilities, methodology, and techniques utilized in the construction management process. Topics include an overview of the construction and design industries, company organization, construction contracts and project delivery methods, project chronology, bidding procedures, construction estimating, scheduling, cost control, field operations, safety standards and procedures, and project administration. The course includes a general overview of the use of computers in project management. PREREQUISITE(S): CMGT 135 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly CT 212. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of the process of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling a construction project. Recognize and define the resources and documents used in construction management and project administration. Demonstrate an understanding of the various functional areas of construction management such as construction estimating, scheduling, cost control, operations, and construction project administration. Demonstrate an understanding of the terminology and language related to construction management. Demonstrate an understanding of other disciplines and professional roles related to construction management. Demonstrate a basic understanding of general business organization and accounting management principles View Schedule of Classes
	CMGT 250 - Construction Surveying (R only) CE-R Introduces typical surveying methods and layouts. The course emphasizes the physical requirements of construction operations as viewed from the project superintendent’s standpoint in order to maintain control and proper work placement. Topics include mathematics and formulas required to perform layout functions; use of layout equipment; establishment and measurement of lines and elevations, measurement of angles, common building layout; basic grading layout; and coordination of layout and drawings. Laboratory focuses on fieldwork, implementation of class theory, and equipment use. PREREQUISITE(S): CMGT 100 /CMGT 135 , and MATH 098 ; or consent of department. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory each week. Formerly CT 271. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Develop an understanding of the general processes involved in construction surveying and layout. Identify and understand the techniques used to provide surveying control and building component location on a typical construction jobsite including methods related to sitework, foundation systems and building structural elements. Apply the mathematical principles necessary to successfully execute the surveying principles and techniques covered in class. Develop familiarity, understanding and a level of confidence necessary to successfully operate the tools and equipment used in construction surveying. View Schedule of Classes
	CMGT 270 - Construction Estimating (R only) CE-R Introduces methods of construction estimating and estimates. The course covers the stages of preparing construction estimates and construction document analysis. Topics include an estimator’s qualifications and role of the estimating team, the process, accuracy, consolidation and bid preparation, submittal, and cost analysis. The course emphasizes quantity take-offs of general conditions, sitework, concrete, masonry, structural steel, wood and plastics, thermal and moisture control, and finish materials, as well as the use of computer estimating. PREREQUISITE(S): CMGT 100 and CMGT 110 , or consent of department. Assessment Level(s): MATH 050 Three hours lecture, one hour laboratory each week. Formerly CT 284. 3 semester hours May not be taken concurrently withMATH 017 or MATH 020 or MATH 045 without appropriate Math assessment score. Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Develop an understanding of all general aspects and variables related to construction estimating. Develop an understanding of the construction estimating process as affected by quantity takeoff and pricing. Develop an understanding of the process of quantity takeoff, as applied to divisions 1 through 9 of the CSI format. Apply the basics of computer estimating, using Precision Estimating by Timberline. Demonstrate the basics of cost estimating techniques utilizing industry standard cost manuals. Demonstrate the process of consolidating an estimate through the calculation of indirect costs. Identify the fundamental aspects of bid preparation and submittal. View Schedule of Classes
	CMGT 274 - Preconstruction Estimating (R only) CE-R Introduces students to available techniques for developing a construction estimate during the preconstruction stages of a project. Topics include manual procedures to develop order of magnitude estimates and computer alternatives to develop conceptual estimates. PREREQUISITE(S): CMGT 270 or consent of department. Ten hours lecture, ten hours laboratory each semester. Formerly CT 293. 1 semester hour Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Develop an understanding of preconstruction estimating concepts and the Preconstruction Estimating process. Become competent in Preparing the preconstruction estimate using RS Means SF Data. Utilize and manipulate Timberline Model Estimating. Demonstrate how to benchmark the project cost data, determine the scope, options, perform takeoff, and create reports. Demonstrate competency in developing database concepts in Timberline. View Schedule of Classes
	CMGT 275 - Construction Planning and Scheduling (R only) CE-R Reviews and analyzes requirements and preparation of construction planning and scheduling. Topics include scheduling techniques in resource leveling, equipment allocation, time-cost relationships, and monitoring/controlling work progress. The course incorporates the use of computers in the planning and scheduling process. PREREQUISITE(S): CMGT 100 and CMGT 210 , or consent of department. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory each week. Formerly CT 286. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of general aspects and variables affecting construction management as related to planning and scheduling a project. Demonstrate an understanding of the Project Control Cycle. Describe the basic procedures and scheduling techniques utilized during the pre-construction stages of a project. Articulate the basic phases of construction scheduling: planning, scheduling and monitoring, in particular as applied to CPM scheduling techniques. Build schedules into Primavera P6 Software. Generate project management reports, bar charts and diagrams from the CPM schedule. Apply the information obtained from the computer-generated reports and graphics. View Schedule of Classes
	CMGT 280 - Mechanical and Electrical Systems (R only) CE-R Studies materials and equipment used in heating, ventilating, air conditioning, electrical power, lighting, water supply, and sewage disposal systems in buildings. The scope of the course ranges from selection of necessary equipment to the development and coordination of mechanical, electrical, and related drawings. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 002 , MATH 050 , READ 120 . Three hours lecture, one hour laboratory each week. Formerly CT 283. 3 semester hours May not be taken concurrently withMATH 017 or MATH 020 or MATH 045 without appropriate Math assessment score. Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Present a general overview of the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) principles that make up any construction project. Recognize basic energy system design principles and their applications in the construction industry. Use basic HVAC principles to develop or contribute to the laying out and designing of an HVAC system for residential and commercial construction projects. Use basic plumbing principles to read, lay out and design simple plumbing systems for residential construction projects. Develop an understanding of basic fire protection principles, and their importance in the construction industry. Use basic electrical principles to read, layout and design a simple electrical system for residential construction projects. Determine the need for a passive, active and/or hybrid system(s) for new and existing constructions. Become familiar with using sustainability, green and regenerative design strategies in the design and development of electrical and mechanical systems. View Schedule of Classes
	CMGT 285 - Practical Construction Law (R only) CE-R This course is designed to acquaint the student with an understanding of the major legal issues affecting the construction industry. It is designed to provide the student with enough basic knowledge to understand the numerous contractual relationships that exist on a construction project; to recognize the basic varieties of claims and disputes that may arise; to obtain an understanding of the basic legal principles used to avoid, mitigate, or resolve construction disputes; and to achieve an appreciation of the practical legal considerations in addressing the relationships between the parties on a construction project. PREREQUISITE(S): CMGT 210 . Three hours each week. Formerly CT 288. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of the different types of construction contracts. Identify key concepts of contract formation and interpretation, bidding process and bid protests. Understand the contract clauses as related to payment and performance issues. Identify the basic elements of contract administration and typical disputes which arise in a construction contract. Identify and describe Project Close Out aspects in a contract. Demonstrate an understanding of contract damages issues. Describe mechanic’s liens and surety bonds. Develop an understanding of contractual issues that relate to indemnity, bankruptcy and the trust fund statute. Describe typical aspects related to government contract regulations. Become competent in determining the main elements of contract negotiations. View Schedule of Classes
	CMGT 290 - Professional Practicum (R only) Work experience and field study on an actual project related to the student’s curriculum. Participation supervised by the instructor and appropriate personnel at work. A comprehensive record of the work experience is kept by the student and discussed in seminar meetings. PREREQUISITE(S): Second-year standing in curriculum. Eight hours of seminar discussions each semester and a minimum of 80 hours of work experience required per semester hour. A student may not accumulate more than four semester hours in this course. Formerly CT 299. 1 semester hour Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Analyze and evaluate the impact of architecture in the built environment. Examine the specific aspects of the entire building process from the point of view of the industry. Acquire an appreciation of architecture as a future profession. Demonstrate resume skills, job interviewing skills, and professional behavior within an office. View Schedule of Classes
Computer Science and Technologies
	CMSC 100 - Fundamentals of Computer Programming Designed for students with no prior programming experience, this course introduces students to fundamental structures of sequence, selection, and repetition, emphasizes solving simple problems using a flowchart. With a high-level language, students code, test, and debug short programs. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , MATH 050 , READ 120 . Two hours each week. Formerly CS 100. 2 semester hours May not be taken concurrently withMATH 017 or MATH 020 or MATH 045 without appropriate Math assessment score. Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Decompose a software program into functional sub-programs. Define the software development life cycle. Describe the core features of programming languages: Variables, Constants, Data Types, Arrays and Flow Control. Design, develop, and test basic computer programs using the core programming features. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 110 - Computer Concepts An introduction to the scope, significance, history, and social implications of data processing. Study of programming language hierarchy, elements of a software system, and program implementation. Exposure to hardware concepts including number systems, data representation, central processor, storage, input/output, and system configurations. There is no detailed study or implementation of any specific programming language. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , MATH 050 , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly CS 110. 3 semester hours May not be taken concurrently withMATH 017 or MATH 020 or MATH 045 without appropriate Math assessment score. Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Describe the scope, significance and history of computing. Describe social implications of computing, including computer security, ethics and privacy issues. Describe computer systems and their functions. Define various types of software, including operating system, utility programs, and application software. Use the data representation, operating systems, and utility programs. Use number systems and convert from one number system to another. Identify and compare several programming languages currently in use. Use the Internet as a tool for research, for identifying and verifying information. Use business applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software and database. Differentiate among various types of computer careers, certifications, and job responsibilities. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 135 - Introduction to Scripting Covers concepts of scripting languages based on languages such as Python, Perl , JavaScript , VBScript and PowerShell. Students learn how to use scripting languages for rapid prototyping, web programming, data processing and application extension. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A /ELAI 990 , MATH 050 , READ 120 Three hours each week. 3 semester hours May not be taken concurrently withMATH 017 or MATH 020 or MATH 045 without appropriate Math assessment score. Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Write simple programs using one of the scripting languages. Discuss the application of the scripting language. Demonstrate the use of the scripting languages. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 140 - Introduction to Programming Introduces programming and problem solving using a contemporary programming language. Topics include principles of procedural programming, software development and debugging techniques, control structures, data types, functions, one-dimensional arrays, and file processing. Using a computer, students complete required lab assignments. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , MATH 050 , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly CS 140. 3 semester hours May not be taken concurrently withMATH 017 or MATH 020 or MATH 045 without appropriate Math assessment score. Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate the ability to design, write, test, and debug computer programs using procedural techniques Demonstrate the basic syntax and expressions of the programming language in use. Select and apply the appropriate control structure. Implement top down design techniques and subprogramming. Declare and process one-dimensional arrays, including implementation of algorithms for searching and sorting arrays Use simple file input and output operations View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 141 - Intermediate Programming Designed for students with prior programming experience. This course covers topics such as control structures, data types, functions/methods, arrays, and introduction to objects. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in CMSC 140 or consent of department. One hour each week. 1 semester hour Course Outcomes: Upon completion of this course a student will be able to: Demonstrate ability to select and apply the appropriate control structure Demonstrate ability to select and apply the appropriate loop constructs Demonstrate use of the arrays Demonstrate understanding of objects Demonstrate ability to write various kinds of functions/methods. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 201 - Java Programming Language Comprehensively covers Java programming environment and features. Topics include techniques of program structure, design, and type. Using the Java language, students code, load, execute, debug, and document programs. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in CMSC 140 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly CS 213. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Write simple Java programs with primitive data types, control statements, methods, arrays, String class and string utility classes. Define, extend, and work with classes and their objects. Apply inheritance and polymorphism concepts. Write, compile, execute Java programs that include Graphical User Interface ( GUI) and event driven programming Manage and process a large quantity of data using input and output. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 203 - Computer Science I Fundamental computer concepts. Studies methods of object-oriented program development and design. The course also covers language systems and semantics, structured program verification, different language paradigms, and documentation techniques. Students use a structured, high-level object-oriented programming language and learn to use both text-oriented and Windows-based user interfaces. Designing and implementing solutions to intermediate-level programming assignments are an integral part of the course. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in CMSC 140 or consent of department. PRE- or COREQUISITE(S): MATH 181 . Four hours each week. Formerly CS 103. 4 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Describe the object-oriented programming environment and features. Describe the concepts of object-oriented programming, including encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism, and recursion. Design, develop, modify, test, debug, and run applications utilizing the object-oriented programming features of a programming language such as Java. Design and implement both text-oriented and graphical user interface with event-driven input and output. Design and implement intermediate-level programming assignments that include file input and file output processing. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 204 - Computer Science II Builds on concepts introduced in CMSC 203 , emphasizing writing larger programs and designing and implementing classical abstract data types such as list, stack, queue, binary search tree, graph, priority queue, hash table. Topics include string processing and recursion; data abstraction, encapsulation, and structure implementation; object-oriented program design; specification, implementation and application of these traditional ADTs. The course also emphasizes dynamic memory allocation, search and sorting algorithms, and introduces algorithm complexity. Designing and implementing advanced-level programming assignments are an integral part of the course. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in CMSC 203 . PRE- or COREQUISITE(S): MATH 182 . Four hours each week. Formerly CS 204. 4 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate basic principles of program development and design. Contrast basic concepts of procedural and object-oriented programming. Utilize fundamental features of a higher level language, including event-driven programming, graphical user interface, multi-threading,exceptions, and error-handling. Implement abstract data types, such as list, stack, queue, priority queue, binary search tree, graph, and heap. Describe the design and time complexity of algorithms. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 207 - Introduction to Discrete Structures MATH 207 An introduction to discrete structures as they relate to computer science. The course will stress computer science applications and will include relations, functions and algorithms, Naive Set Theory, combinatorics, logic, and mathematical induction. PREREQUISITE(S): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , or appropriate score on English assessment test, and a grade of C or higher in MATH 182 . Four hours each week. Formerly CS 256. 4 semester hours Credit will only be earned for CMSC 207 or MATH 207. Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Apply the mathematical concepts studied to specific problems. Demonstrate various proof techniques. Apply logic skills to specific arguments. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 214 - Advanced Java Programming Explores Java Application Program Interface (API) and covers the latest release of Java including input and output, multithreading, networking, database connectivity, security, and Java Foundation Classes. Covers topics such as lists, searching and sorting, sets, stacks, queues, trees and an introduction to analyses of algorithm time. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in CMSC 201 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly CS 214. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Develop programs using exception handling features, networking concepts and multi-threading. Manage and process a large quantity of data using input and output. Develop programs using collections Application Programming Interface (API). Develop GUI-based applications such as a list, table or tree. Develop programs to connect to the database and to manipulate data using Java API. Develop applications using concepts such as array, list, sets, stacks, queues, trees and map. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 220 - Client-Server Programming with Java Examines major topics in the development of applications for the World Wide Web: website development using HTML and related standards, implementation of client-side applications using Java programming language, and design of server-side web applications. PREREQUISITE(S): CMSC 201 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly CS 220. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Develop simple Web sites using HTML and related standards. Implement client-side applications using the Java programming language, including user interface development, asynchronous event handling, multi-threaded programming, and network programming. Design server-side web applications. Develop server-side web applications using Web protocol (HTTP), client-side interfaces (e.g., via HTML forms), and the server-side technology (e.g., via Java Servlet and JavaServer Pages). View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 222 - Visual Programming Concerns with writing programs for the Windows programming environment, including developing an application, tools, forms, the user interface, programming, built-in functions, procedures, arrays, records, testing, and debugging. Emphasis is on rapid development of useful applications. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in CMSC 140 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly CS 215. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Describe the concepts of event-driven programming. Design, develop, modify, test, debug, and run Visual applications. Develop windows applications utilizing Visual tools such as forms, labels, buttons, text boxes, dialog boxes, menus, file management, and error handling. Explain and/or apply the fundamental components and programming features of Visual programming, including declaration of variables, boolean expressions in if/else blocks, loops, arrays, functions, and procedures. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 224 - Developing Web Applications Using C# and ASP.NET Examines developing web applications using C# and ASP.NET, and introduces web services. Students create applications using tools such as web Forms, Visual Studio.NET, ASP.NET, and ADO.NET. Students also optimize applications using configuration, security, and caching. PREREQUISITE(S): CMSC 140 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly CS 224. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Describe the syntax and idioms of the C# programming language. Use the principles of object oriented programming techniques using C#. Create programs that use flow control structures and exception handling. Configure the .NET Framework, ASP.NET, to use the response and request objects and to create a Web Application with Visual Studio.NET. Implement Basic State Management in Web applications using techniques such as cookies, hidden fields, query strings and session, application and global objects. Apply web controls such as validation controls to construct controls with code, templates with the repeater and data list controls, and to describe user controls, properties, and events. Configure a database and manipulate database records using .NET library. Explain, implement, and test Web services and deploy Web applications. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 226 - Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming with C++ This course introduces students to C++ syntax and programming techniques such as decisions, loops, arrays, pointers, functions, and file processing. Covers object-oriented concepts such as data abstraction, classes, objects, overloading, and inheritance. Students complete required computer lab assignments. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in CMSC 140 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly CS 226. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Create applications using Microsoft Visual C++ .Net or other development environments. Apply C++ programming concepts such as templates, pointers, and objects. Apply object-oriented programming constructs such as classes, operator overloading, inheritance, virtual functions polymorphism, and recursion. Create and execute a project that incorporates multiple files. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 230 - Advanced Object-Oriented Programming with C++ Examines more advanced topics in object-oriented programming with C++ such as dynamic memory allocation, various data structures, recursion, and object-oriented design. Students are required to complete lab assignments using a computer. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in CMSC 226 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly CS 249. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Describe a concept of data abstraction. Apply object-oriented programming concepts. Demonstrate the use pointers. Apply encapsulation and inheritance. Demonstrate the implementation of various data structures, such as linked lists, stacks, queues and trees. Apply recursion, sorting, and searching concepts. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 234 - Mobile Game and Application Programming Focuses on building computer applications and games that can run on mobile devices supporting Java language and other technologies. Content includes an overview of mobile development, design user interface for mobile devices, data storage and operations, animation, sound, Internet connectivity, and other topics related to the mobile programming. PREREQUISITE(S): CMSC 201 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly CS 261. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Analyze prototypes, design, develop and produce a few mobile games Create simple mobile applications and games using up-to-date technologies. Describe the theoretical and physical aspects of a mobile game and application development. Use the syntax and idioms of the mobile platform, install, configure, and use different tools for mobile development. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 237 - Introduction to iPhone Programming Using Objective C Introduces the architecture, design and development of applications that run on smart phones utilizing the iOS operating system and using Object-oriented programming language Objective-C. Topics include Introduction to the Objective-C programming language, mobile application design patterns, application frameworks and adaptation to specific devices. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in CMSC 140 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly CS 262. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Identify the constraints and architectural requirements of mobile devices and systems. Demonstrate the basic syntax and expressions of the Object-C programming language in use. Identify and implement design patterns appropriate for IPhone applications. Create efficient, event-driven graphical user interfaces for mobile devices. Select and use application frameworks and libraries. Develop applications that conform to user interface conventions and address usability issues encountered in mobile application development. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 240 - Advanced Mobile App and Game Development Covers advanced mobile programming topics for various mobile devices. Content includes design, coding, testing, debugging, and documenting programs using integrated development platform and other appropriate tools. Introduces cross platform mobile development environment tools and compares and contrasts responsive Web Applications versus native mobile applications. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in CMSC 234 or CMSC 237 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly CS 263. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Identify and implement design patterns appropriate for mobile applications and games. Apply core development techniques to create mobile based applications. Build graphical user interface applications for mobile devices. Develop mobile applications using cross platform mobile development environment tools. Demonstrate how to incorporate images, animations and autorotation into mobile applications. Compare and contrast responsive web applications versus native mobile applications. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 243 - Systems Analysis and Design Exploration of the nature of systems work including studies, analysis, design, implementation, and evaluation. Introduction to the tools used in and techniques applied to systems development. A practical approach is emphasized and a systems study is expected of each student. PREREQUISITE(S): CMSC 110 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly CS 136. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Define the phases and tasks of the system development life cycle (SDLC). Describe the responsibilities of a systems analyst in the system development life cycle. Differentiate among the traditional, structured, and object oriented analysis/design methodologies. Apply systems analysis and design techniques in system development life cycle. Analyze task dependencies and durations using scheduling tools, including Gantt charts and PERT/CPM charts. Document business requirements using team-oriented information gathering methods and techniques, such as JAD (Joint Application Development) and RAD (Rapid Application Development). Perform requirements modeling to assess business requirements and information needs using FDD (Functional Decomposition Diagram), UML (Unified Modeling Language), Use Case diagrams, and Sequence diagrams. Design systems utilizing techniques, including process modeling, data modeling, object modeling, data design, and user interface design. Develop the system process model and data model using modeling tools and diagrams including data flow diagrams, entity-relationship diagrams, object/class diagrams, use case diagrams, sequence diagrams, state transition diagrams, and activity diagrams. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 246 - Introduction to SQL Using Oracle Covers the concept, design, architecture, and components of the Oracle database system and SQL (Standard Query Language). Topics include the database design, the data definition language, the data manipulation language, the data control language, the basics of SQLPLUS, and the standard SQL. Students create database tables, implement business requirements utilizing constraints, and develop complex queries using features such as join, union, and subqueries. Assessment Level(s):* ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , MATH 050 , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly CS 270. 3 semester hours May not be taken concurrently withMATH 017 or MATH 020 or MATH 045 without appropriate Math assessment score. Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Apply commands within Oracle SQL*PLUS. Apply Data Definition, Data Control, and Data Definition Language to create and manipulate database tables, database records, and database functioning. Describe the basic architecture and components of the Oracle system. Describe the major tasks and steps of the database design. Develop queries and SQL scripts using basic record retrieval commands. Execute and test SQL and PL/SQL statements. Use transaction control commands to control database transactions. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 250 - UNIX/LINUX Operating System Presents an overview of the components, structure, and features of the UNIX operating system. Students experience hands-on operation of the interrelating UNIX operating system components. Projects of moderate difficulty reinforce concepts. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in CMSC 140 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly CS 216. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Describe the history, characteristics, features, structure, components, and general functions of the UNIX operating system. Apply their knowledge of the fundamental UNIX utilities. Manipulate UNIX files and directories. Describe the life cycle of a Shell process. Develop, modify, and debug UNIX Shell scripts. Utilize UNIX software development tools. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 253 - UNIX/LINUX System Administration (G only) Introduction to concepts, procedures, tasks, and utilities of UNIX/LINUX system administration. Topics include UNIX/LINUX system architecture, user administration, process management, software installation and management, hierarchy, creation, and management of file systems, device configuration and management, as well as networking fundamentals. PREREQUISITE(S): CMSC 110 or NWIT 127 , or consent of department. Four hours each week. Formerly CS 253. 4 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Install UNIX/LINUX operating system Configure UNIX/LINUX kernel Describe UNIX/LINUX system architecture Describe the administrative tasks of the OS Utilize system utilities to perform administrative tasks Run and configure essential system processes Describe the file system hiearchy Create and maintain file systems Perform backup and recovery Create and maintain users and groups Install and configure application software Manage and configure devices Install and configure network components View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 260 - Computer Security Surveys major topics in assessment and development of security procedures for a variety of computer systems. The course emphasizes security needs, risk assessment, and practical measures for security management. Topics include Internet and web security, LAN security, protection of personal computers, physical security, hardware and software protection and products, virus countermeasures, and the human aspects of computer security. PREREQUISITE(S): CMSC 110 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly CS 210. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Identify the organizational role and individual role in security Describe the concepts of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Describe and utilize the various security stands and protocols Identify the roles of network security and infrastructure security Implement an intrusion detection system, a disaster recovery strategy, or a risk management methodology Implement Internet and Web security concepts Describe the impact of physical security. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 266 - Programming for Digital Devices Focuses on new programming and problem solving techniques for digital devices. Students learn how to write simple to intermediate-level programs that examine, control and integrate digital devices. Tasks include automate searching, interpretation, extraction, bookmarking, and external reporting of data encountered during the examination of computer systems. PREREQUISITE(S): CMSC 140 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly NWIT 266 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Describe the history and organization of the programming language for digital devices. Create programs that examine and control digital devices. Compile, debug and run programs. Apply new programming techniques to analyze local file-system data. Examine evidence using libraries from variety of programs. Evaluate data analysis software tools that will be used to analyze and report on data retrieved from digital devices. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 269 - Computer Science and Technologies Internship (Also listed as CMAP 269 . Credit cannot be received for both CMAP 269 and CMSC 269 .) Students work for college credit in a professional environment related to their particular track in the computer science and technologies program. The intent is to give students an appropriate work experience that will expand their knowledge and aid them in making career decisions. A limited number of internships are available through the program each semester, or the student may propose an internship. A comprehensive record of the work experience is kept by the student and discussed in seminar meetings. PREREQUISITE(S): Consent of internship coordinator and a minimum of 12 semester hours in program area. An internship will involve a minimum of five hours of work experience per semester hour each week for 15 weeks. May be repeated for a maximum of four credits. Eight hours of seminar discussions each semester. Formerly CS 269. 1-4 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Clearly articulate (verbally and in writing) the duties of their job and how they relate to their program of study. Develop new and/or reinforce previously learned skills and knowledge related to their program of study in a work environment. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 295X - Research Topics in Information Security (G only) Specifically for National Science Foundation (NSF) CyberCorps Scholarship recipients to take as a substitute for a capstone course. Students work for college credit in a professional environment related to their major of computer science, cybersecurity, information systems, mathematics, networking or physics. The course provides opportunities to review research methodologies, survey methods of identifying network vulnerabilities, examine network defense measures, and explore network forensics. Additionally, students will research products that could serve as countermeasures against potential attacks, implement security features of the network’s operating systems, and develop alternate solutions based upon cost and level of security required. A comprehensive record of the work experience is kept by the student and discussed in seminar meetings. PREREQUISITE(S): Consent of the M.C. NSF CyberCorps Scholars Coordinator and a minimum of 40 semester hours completed in one of the majors listed above. A minimum of 120 hours of work experience per semester. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able: Describe one or more research methodology used in cybersecurity. Analyze real-world threats to computers and networks. Complete research on one or more current cyber threat. Articulate real solutions to real-time cyber threats. View Schedule of Classes
	CMSC 299 - Special Topics in Computer Science and Technologies These courses focus on varied topics in computer science and technologies, presented as a result of technological change or community or student interest, that include a variety of computer-related skills or intensive study in a specific area of computer science and technologies. Topics are announced each semester in the class schedule. Course may be repeated for different topics. PREREQUISITE(S): Depends on topic. Assessment Level(s): Depends on topic. Minimum of 15 hours of instruction for each credit hour. Formerly CS 206. 1-3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Assess the feasibility and applications of the specialized technologies Recognize and explain the methods, techniques, and skills specific to the topics Apply the specialized methods, techniques, and skills in software implications in computer and information systems View Schedule of Classes
Cooperative Education
	COED 260 - Cooperative Education I Provides a supervised work experience to help the student develop good work habits, attitudes, and career exploration skills. Student, instructor, and employer cooperatively develop a minimum of three learning objectives that the student must complete. The student will attend three seminars and complete a minimum of 75 hours of approved work experience per semester hour. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade point average of 2.0, 12 semester hours of college coursework, 6 semester hours in the student’s curriculum, and approval from the director of cooperative education. This course may not be repeated. Formerly CE 260. 1-3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Articulate verbally and in writing the job skills he/she possesses in one’s career field and job skills he/she needs to improve Verbally articulate an understanding of the mission and role of one’s workplace and articulate his/her role in helping the organization accomplish its mission Research and locate resources related to the career field and present findings from his/her research (including salary, education requirements, necessary skills, and day-to-day tasks) in written format Articulate verbally and in writing how, at least, one national or international event or policy has impacted his/her career field or place of employment Develop a resume suitable for applying for a job in one’s major View Schedule of Classes
	COED 261 - Cooperative Education II Provides a supervised work experience to enhance a student’s college education by providing the student with desirable work habits, attitudes, and further career exploration. Student, instructor, and employer cooperatively develop a minimum of three learning objectives that the student must complete. The student will attend three seminars and complete a minimum of 75 hours of approved work experience per semester hour. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade point average of 2.0, 18 semester hours of coursework in the student’s curriculum, a grade of C or better in COED 260 , and approval from the director of cooperative education. This course may not be repeated. Formerly CE 261. 1-3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Describe the theoretical and physical aspects of a mobile game and application development. Describe the java ME implementation of the games and applications; explain the benefits of J2ME platform. Use the syntax and idioms of the Java J2ME platform, install, configure, and use different tools for mobile development. Demonstrate knowledge of how to use retained mode in mobile game and application programming. Demonstrate knowledge of how to use immediate mode, double buffering, and hardware rendering in mobile game and application programming. Analyze prototypes, design, develop and produce a few mobile games Create simple mobile applications and games using up-to-date technologies. View Schedule of Classes
Communication Studies
	COMM 108 - Foundations of Human Communication (SPCF)/(HUMD, GEIR, GEEL) A survey course that covers communication theory and develops communication skills for personal and professional relationships in interpersonal, group, and public settings. Course content includes practice in the application of the principles of listening, verbal and nonverbal communication, group dynamics, and public speaking. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly SP 108. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Recognize the components of the communication process and the types of communication in which human beings engage (one-on-one, group and public speaking). Recognize and accommodate gender and cultural differences in communication settings and appreciate diverse communication styles. Identify and apply active and critical listening skills. Understand the role of free speech in a democratic society and be able to critically evaluate and analyze the message and delivery style of public speakers. Recognize and apply techniques for effective communication and problem solving in small task-oriented groups and evaluate how people relate to one another in groups and teams. Understand the perception process and utilize self-monitoring skills to become effective communicators. Differentiate between and deliver informative and persuasive speeches extemporaneously. Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in writing. View Schedule of Classes
	COMM 109 - Voice and Diction CE-TP/SS The skills of voice and diction studied through an analysis of the individual’s voice quality, articulation, pronunciation, and enunciation. Drills and exercises stressed. Assessment Level(s): AELR 930 /ELAR 980 /READ 099 . Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory each week. Formerly SP 109. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Distinguish and pronounce the vowel sounds of American English. Distinguish and pronounce the consonant sounds of American English. Determine syllable stress in words, describe the characteristics of syllable stress, and produce stress accurately. Employ correct word-stress, rhythm and intonation patterns in order to have a clear and expressive voice. Project voice in various settings so that voice is heard. Use the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as a pronunciation aid. Communicate with increased vocal awareness and confidence. View Schedule of Classes
	COMM 112 - Business and Professional Speech Communication (SPCF)/(HUMD, GEIR, GEEL) A study of communication theory as applied to business and organizational environments. Emphasis on development of effective communication skills for professional situations including team building, interviewing, public speaking, and accommodating diverse perspectives. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly SP 112. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Differentiate between the various types of communication (one-on-one, small group and public) and develop effective strategies for each. Explain the human communication process within an organization. Identify appropriate channels and networks for effective communication within an organization. Explain how communication lines can break down and develop strategies to prevent such breakdowns. Assess different communication styles among gender and ethnic groups and other culturally diverse populations within an organization itself. Identify and critically evaluate the two main types of messages within an organization: the informative and persuasive. Explain how presentations fit into the corporate structure; and subsequently organize and deliver such presentations. Demonstrate effective communication skills in order to solve problems as part of a team. Integrate technology including PowerPoint presentations in the informative and persuasive speeches. Design appropriate questions and responses, and demonstrate effective nonverbal behavior in an interview and/or one-to-one communication situation. View Schedule of Classes
	COMM 121 - Public Speaking Instruction and experience in preparation and delivery of speeches within a public setting. This course has an emphasis on research, preparation, delivery, and evaluation methods of informative, persuasive, demonstration, and special occasion speeches. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly SP 111. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Evaluate the role of free speech in a democratic society by analyzing the message and delivery style of public speakers. Identify and apply active and critical listening skills as both a speaker and an audience member. Differentiate between and deliver effective informative, persuasive and special occasion presentations. Locate, incorporate and document key reference materials and modern information resources when writing and delivering speeches. Identify a variety of audience types and describe methods to adapt presentations to various types. Identify and use appropriate presentation technologies and software, modern visual aids and graphical information in presentations. Present the major speeches in an extemporaneous* mode, with little or no signs of performance anxiety. *Extemporaneous is defined as speaking conversationally, making eye contact and using notes; reading from a manuscript or memorizing is not included in the definition. Construct and analyze persuasive messages using logic, reasoning, and supported conclusions. Adapt to listener feedback during and when revising speeches. View Schedule of Classes
	COMM 204 - Interpersonal Communication Designed to increase understanding of personal communication behaviors, establish potential for improved communication capabilities, develop an effective sense of self in human encounters, and strengthen personal identity and social involvement through personal communication. PREREQUISITE(S): COMM 108 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly SP 204. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Identify effective communication skills to help reduce anxiety and apprehension in dealing with others. Describe guidelines for self-disclosure in intimate relationships. Define major types of conflict, contexts that contribute to conflict, and appropriate conflict management styles. Identify communication guidelines for establishing successful relationships using computer mediated communication. Apply interpersonal communication skills that are appropriate for professional relationships. Describe and apply active and critical listening skills. Differentiate between describing and displaying feelings in relationships. Identify appropriate personal communication behaviors that contribute to effective communication with others. View Schedule of Classes
	COMM 220 - Small Group Communication An introduction to the principles and stages of small group communication, including problem solving, decision making, leadership, norms, member roles, and conflict resolution. Students will work extensively in groups to test theories, practice skills, and gain competency. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly SP 205. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Practice a variety of verbal and nonverbal techniques for maintaining a positive communication climate in groups. Describe effective verbal, nonverbal, and listening skills for working in multi-cultural groups. Identify perception checking techniques and self-monitoring skills that will enhance self-awareness and communication competency. Differentiate leadership from power and identify different types of leaders and different types of power present in his or her own groups. Observe and describe the stages of communication in groups in which he or she participates. List effective verbal and nonverbal strategies for moving a group toward its goal. Define systems theory and analyze the systemic nature of groups. Explain the value of working in groups and identify appropriate situations for working with a group or working alone. Describe and distinguish between task and social roles in the group, and analyze the impact of such roles on communication climate. Employ a variety of communication strategies to solve problems and eliminate extended conflict stages with members of his or her group. View Schedule of Classes
	COMM 250 - Introduction to Communication Inquiry and Theory An introduction to the field of communication. Definitions, models, and contexts of communication are examined. Students are introduced to the research process in the field of communication and learn how the process relates to the development of communication theory. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly SP 250. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Define communication from a scholarly point of view and describe various models of the human communication process. Describe the various contexts of communication: intrapersonal, interpersonal, small group, public, mass communication and new media. Distinguish between covering law, rules, and systems approach to communication research. Evaluate communication theories based on standard criteria. Apply communication theories appropriately to explain communication phenomena. View Schedule of Classes
	COMM 251 - Introduction to Journalism An introduction to the fundamentals of journalism and mass communication, including advertising and public relations. The course will look at the changing industry and career trends. The course explores media literacy and communications theories through print and electronic media. Writing focuses on generally accepted news writing principles. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in ENGL 101 or ENGL 101A or consent of department. Three hours lecture/discussion each week. Formerly ENGL 251. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of the journalism business culture and business models including the different ways news is produced and distributed in today’s society, the different roles of reporters, editors, advertising and layout personnel, and an understanding of how news outlets make money. Identify the audience of a newspaper or other news media, will be able to identify the key news values in any story, and be able to understand the value of features, such as opinion, crossword puzzles and other “non-news” information in a newspaper or other news outlet. Understand the reporter’s rights as guaranteed by laws and the U.S. Constitution. Identify legal issues in reporting (news gathering/researching) and writing news or feature stories. Recognize the role of news media in a free society. Articulate ethical choices that writers, editors or producers make with any story. Identify, evaluate and interview the best sources in order to elicit appropriate information for a story. Research information and data for stories using various sources. Students will be able to write an “inverted pyramid” story with a summary lead, and quotations, all conforming to AP Style while applying key news values. View Schedule of Classes
	COMM 252 - News Writing Develops writing skills for news and news-feature stories. Students will work on all elements of writing news and feature stories for print and online delivery. Students will learn writing, reporting, interviewing and copyediting techniques for accuracy and readability in stories. Students will also study non-text elements, such as photos, videos, and other graphics related to news and news-feature stories both print and online. PREREQUISITE(S): A “C” or better in ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A or COMM 108 or TVRA 105 , or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly ENGL 252. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Write news and news-feature stories of various lengths. Write various types of leads including summary leads, anecdotal leads, descriptive leads, or delayed identification leads. Organize stories under traditional news story formats including the Inverted Pyramid, the Hour-glass Structure, or Chronological formats; where appropriate, the students will learn how to focus the story around a ‘nut ‘graph’. Develop complete stories incorporating quotations and paraphrases from interviews as well as from print and electronic materials. Develop factually accurate stories that are legal and ethically fair to the parties involved. Interview experts, witnesses or other people relating to news and news-feature stories, and collect those interviews in usable notes. Find official documents and take appropriate notes to use as background material or for inclusion in a story. Collect accurate notes of events the student covers for stories. Evaluate the qualities of a news story and be able to express those qualities to other people in a workshop setting. Describe the legal and ethical decisions concerning any news story. View Schedule of Classes
Dance
	DANC 100 - Introduction to Dance (ARTD, GEIR, GEEL, [M]) (R and TP/SS only) An examination of dance as an art form and means of multicultural expression, ritual, and tradition. This course familiarizes the student with practices, philosophies, terminologies, styles of dance and careers in dance. The role of dance in world societies and how it relates to different cultures is explored through lectures, assigned readings, films, recordings, and experiential dance activities. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly DN 100. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of the role of dance in social, cultural, and ritual contexts. Demonstrate an understanding of the aesthetic principles that define dance as a communicative art form. Acquire knowledge of the historical and cultural development of dance and demonstrate an understanding of the major aesthetic shifts in 20th century theatrical dance. Explain the nature of art making in dance and the role of the choreographer and performer as dance makers through first-hand experience. Demonstrate the critical skills necessary to make justified judgments of dance works representing a variety of genres, styles, and cultures. View Schedule of Classes
	DANC 101 - Ballet I (R and TP/SS only) An introduction to fundamental exercises, techniques, and steps of classical ballet. Basic ballet terminology, correct body alignment, and simple adagio and allegro combinations are introduced in barre and center work. May be selected to fulfill physical education credits. One hour lecture, two hours laboratory each week. Formerly DN 101. 2 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Recognize and demonstrate correct placement, alignment, and proper positions for the feet and arms, as well as turnout for ballet. Recognize and demonstrate proper technique and sequence of barre exercises, center work, and locomotor movement. Recognize and demonstrate a working vocabulary for ballet technique. Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the expressive nature of ballet as an art form through participation and performance. View Schedule of Classes
	DANC 102 - Ballet II (R only) Further study of classical ballet as offered in DANC 101 . Emphasis on developing an aesthetic awareness of the art, understanding ballet theory, and perfecting technique. Review of basic exercises and terminology. Pirouettes and petite batterie are introduced. PREREQUISITE(S): DANC 101 or consent of department. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits with consent of department. One hour lecture, four hours laboratory each week. Formerly DN 102. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate increased knowledge of ballet technique, theory, history, and vocabulary through personal participation and written and oral communication. Demonstrate improved technical ability in the classical ballet style. Demonstrate improved ability to combine ballet steps and pick up these combinations. Demonstrate elementary skills in the artistry and expression of ballet movement in class participation and performance. View Schedule of Classes
	DANC 103 - Modern Dance I (R and TP/SS only) An introduction to fundamental exercises, techniques, and movement phrases of modern dance. Basic modern dance principles are introduced in axial and locomotor exercises and basic improvisation skills. Modern dance innovators and their styles are discussed. May be selected to fulfill physical education credits. One hour lecture, two hours laboratory each week. Formerly DN 103. 2 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Recognize, and demonstrate fundamental modern dance technique, including floor work, center exercises, and locomotor combinations. Explore movement through improvisation. Recognize and use a working vocabulary for modern dance technique. Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the expressive nature of ballet as an art form through participation and performance. View Schedule of Classes
	DANC 104 - Modern Dance II (R only) Further study of modern dance as offered in DANC 103 . Includes an understanding of contemporary dance as a creative art form, perfecting technique, developing improvisational skills, experimenting with creative movement studies, and analyzing rhythmic patterns. Review of basic exercises and terminology. PREREQUISITE(S): DANC 103 or consent of department. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits with consent of department. One hour lecture, four hours laboratory each week. Formerly DN 104. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate knowledge of modern dance technique, theory, history, and vocabulary through personal participation, and written and oral communication Demonstrate improved technical ability in a variety of modern dance techniques. Demonstrate improved ability to combine steps, pick up combinations, and to work in different rhythms and changing directions. Explore modern dance movement through structured and free improvisation. Demonstrate an understanding of the use of technical modern dance skills to develop artistic expression in modern dance, through DVD viewing, live performance, and personal participation. View Schedule of Classes
	DANC 105 - Jazz Dance I (R and TP/SS only) An introduction to fundamental jazz exercises, techniques, and styles. Basic jazz dance principles are introduced, including body isolations, flexibility exercises, and movement phrases. May be selected to fulfill physical education credits. One hour lecture, two hours laboratory each week. Formerly DN 105. 2 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental jazz dance technique and style for barre and center work. Recognize, and use a working vocabulary for jazz dance. Demonstrate correct alignment and placement. Demonstrate an appreciation and understanding of jazz dance as an art form through personal participation and performance. View Schedule of Classes
	DANC 106 - Jazz Dance II (R only) Further study of jazz dance as offered in DANC 105 . Emphasis on perfecting technique, creating advanced-beginning jazz compositions, and developing a more in-depth understanding of the essence and components of jazz dance. Emphasis is placed on advanced-beginning steps and terminology, including double turns, body isolations, and elevation steps. PREREQUISITE(S): DANC 105 or consent of dance program coordinator. One hour lecture, four hours laboratory each week. Formerly DN 106. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate knowledge of jazz dance technique, theory, and style through class participation, performance, and written and oral communication. Demonstrate improvement in technical ability in the jazz style and integration of the torso and limbs while moving through space Demonstrate coordination, control, strength, flexibility, and agility in jazz movement. Demonstrate improved ability to combine jazz movements into longer and more complex phrases. Demonstrate correct placement and dynamic alignment with increased attention to the pelvic area as a base of support. Demonstrate understanding of the use of technical skills to develop artistic expression in jazz dance, through DVD viewing, live performance, personal participation, and written and oral communication. View Schedule of Classes
	DANC 107 - Tap Dance I (R and TP/SS only) An introduction to basic tap techniques, exercises, movements, and improvisational skills. A variety of rhythmic patterns and fundamental steps such as shuffles, ball changes, heel drops, time steps, flaps, and beginning turns are introduced. Tap dance history and styles will be discussed. May be selected to fulfill physical education credits. One hour lecture, two hours laboratory each week. Formerly DN 107. 2 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate correct fundamental tap dance technique. Recognize and use a working vocabulary for tap dance. Demonstrate correct alignment and placement. Demonstrate an appreciation and understanding of tap dance as an art form through personal participation and performance. Demonstrate rhythmic awareness and ability to keep time, including fast and slow steps, half time, double time. View Schedule of Classes
	DANC 108 - Tap Dance II (R only) Further study of tap dancing as offered in DANC 107 . Emphasis on developing on-stage choreography. Further development of pre-dance warm-up exercises to include exercises for balance and body alignment. Turns, rhythm manipulation, and choreographic principles are developed through tap combinations. PREREQUISITE(S): DANC 107 or consent of dance program coordinator. One hour lecture, four hours laboratory each week. Formerly DN 108. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate a working understanding of more advanced elements of tap dance through class participation and performance. Perform more advanced steps with improved confidence and rhythmic accuracy. Use a working vocabulary of tap dancing techniques and steps though written and oral communication. Demonstrate an understanding of various styles of tap dance and other percussive forms and their histories through performance and written and oral communication. Explore rhythms through improvisation and develop choreography from it. Demonstrate the use of technical skills to develop an individual artistic style through DVD viewing, live performance, and personal participation. View Schedule of Classes
	DANC 110 - Stretch and Alignment (R only) This course is designed for dancers, performers, athletes, and ordinary persons who would be introduced to principles and techniques of stretch and alignment. Emphasis is placed on techniques that result in greater muscle length, increased tension release, and improved body posture. This course cannot be taken in place of any dance technique course. No limit on the number of times this course can be repeated. Two hours laboratory each week. Formerly DN 110. 1 semester hour Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Perform a variety of stretches that will facilitate increased flexibility in all major muscle groups. Demonstrate correct body alignment for improved posture, movement, and flexibility. Identify by name and function the major muscle groups. Design a stretching regimen that meets his/ her individual needs and measures progress. View Schedule of Classes
	DANC 120 - Rhythmic Training for the Dancer (R only) An introduction to basic elements of rhythmic principles related to movement and dance. Rhythmic fundamentals, basic music theory, and elementary music scoring and reading are studied. Appropriate accompaniment for dance is discussed. A brief look at past and present well-known music composers who have composed music for dance is presented. Assessment Level(s): AELW 940 /ELAI 990 /ENGL 002 , AELR 930 /ELAR 980 /READ 099 . One hour lecture, two hours laboratory each week. Formerly DN 120. 2 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate an increased music vocabulary. Demonstrate familiarity with basic music notation through reading and writing, with an emphasis on the rhythmic elements. Hear and respond to movement to simple rhythmic patterns. Keep time and count music accurately and consistently. Analyze rhythmic structures of both music and dance and apply to class, performance, and composition. Experiment with a variety of instruments used for dance accompaniment. Demonstrate familiarity with various types of musical and dance forms. Recognize the development of music through history and demonstrate familiarity with composers through history and their works for dance. View Schedule of Classes
	DANC 200 - Introduction to Dance Composition (R only) The study of basic choreographic elements and principles in order to analyze and construct dance compositions. Through the use of improvisation, movement exploration, and the understanding and application of both traditional and experimental dance forms, the student will compose original solo and group studies. Various works will be shown in either studio performance or formal dance concerts. PREREQUISITE(S): DANC 104 or higher and DANC 120 or equivalent. Three hours each week. Formerly DN 150. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Analyze dances according to basic choreographic elements and principles through DVD viewing, live performance, in written and oral communication. Use improvisation to generate new movement material. Use both traditional and experimental forms to craft a dance. Construct, rehearse, and perform his or her own work. View Schedule of Classes
	DANC 201 - Ballet III (R only) The development and execution of classical ballet technique on an intermediate level. Concentration is on body alignment, technical accuracy, increased movement vocabulary, and performance quality. Pirouettes, petite batterie, and petit and grand allegro are stressed. PREREQUISITE(S): DANC 102 or consent of department. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits with consent of department. One hour lecture, four hours laboratory each week. Formerly DN 201. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate increased technical ability, control, and balance. Demonstrate improved skill at picking up complex combinations. Increase speed, power and endurance. Demonstrate improved musicality, classical line, and expressive performance skills. Demonstrate improved skills at reversing steps and combinations. Demonstrate understanding of ballet as a performing art in written and oral communication. View Schedule of Classes
	DANC 202 - Ballet IV (R only) Progression of classical ballet training as presented in DANC 201 . Emphasis is on increased technical skill through the introduction of complex adagio and allegro combinations. Musicality, style, and theatricality are stressed. PREREQUISITE(S): DANC 201 or consent of department. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits with consent of department. One hour lecture, four hours laboratory each week. Formerly DN 202. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate increased technical ability, control, and balance. Demonstrate improved skill at picking up lengthy and complex combinations. Demonstrate increased speed, power, and endurance. Demonstrate increasingly complex ballet steps and combinations. Demonstrate improved musicality, classical line, and expressive performance skills. Show an understanding of various ballet styles in performance as well as written and oral communication. View Schedule of Classes
	DANC 203 - Modern Dance III (R only) The study of contemporary modern dance on an intermediate level. Correct body alignment, development of technique, and efficient use of the body through movement are stressed. Various falls, turns, and contractions are studied. Elements of time, flow, weight, space, and varied rhythmic structures are incorporated into movement phrases. Improvisational skills are employed. PREREQUISITE(S): DANC 104 or consent of department. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits with consent of department. One hour lecture, four hours laboratory each week. Formerly DN 203. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate increased technical ability, control and balance. Demonstrate deeper understanding of the principles of modern dance in performance as well as in written and oral communication Demonstrate increased speed, power, and endurance. Demonstrate improvement in picking up steps and combinations, working in different rhythms, and rapidly changing directions. Explore modern dance movement improvisationally in both structured and free settings. Demonstrate increased knowledge of movement quality and produce movement in a variety of qualities. View Schedule of Classes
	DANC 204 - Modern Dance IV (R only) A progression of contemporary dance as presented in DANC 203 . Emphasis is on more complex movement phrases. Individual expression, musicality, style, and performance are stressed. Improvisational skills are employed. PREREQUISITE(S): DANC 203 or consent of department. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits with consent of department. One hour lecture, four hours laboratory each week. Formerly DN 204. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate increased technical ability, control, and balance. Demonstrate increased speed, power, and endurance. Demonstrate increasingly complex falls, rolls, jumps, and turns. Begin using improvisation to explore movement from many approaches, such as level, direction, abstraction, gesture, and others. Demonstrate an understanding of the historical roots of contemporary modern dance in written and oral communication. View Schedule of Classes
	DANC 205 - Jazz Dance III (R only) The study of jazz dance on an intermediate level. Proficient technique, correct body alignment, and performance are stressed. Jazz isolations, triple turns, rhythmic sequences, and slides are studied in addition to high elevation steps. PREREQUISITE(S): DANC 106 or consent of dance program coordinator. One hour lecture, four hours laboratory each week. Formerly DN 205. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate improved technical ability, control, and balance in jazz technique. Demonstrate increased speed, power, and endurance. Demonstrate increased coordination, strength, flexibility, and agility in jazz technique. Demonstrate improved kinesthetic memory and ability to perform lengthy and complex jazz combinations. Demonstrate integration of torso and limbs in moving through space. Demonstrate an understanding of different styles of jazz and their uses in performance through written and oral communication. View Schedule of Classes
	DANC 206 - Jazz Dance IV (R only) A progression of jazz dance as a continuation of concepts and styles presented in DANC 205 . Increased technical skill is developed through complex phrases of movement. Performance, style, and musicality are stressed. PREREQUISITE(S): DANC 205 or consent of department. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits. One hour lecture, four hours laboratory each week. Formerly DN 206. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate improved technical ability, control, and balance in jazz dance. Demonstrate increased speed, power, and endurance. Demonstrate increasingly complex turns, jumps, and slides. Demonstrate improved musicality. Demonstrate improved expressive performance skills in the jazz idiom. View Schedule of Classes
	DANC 270 - Special Topics in Dance (R only) Topics in dance presented as a result of community or student interest, to include a variety of dance-related skills or intensive study in a specific area. Topics to be announced each semester in the class schedule. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of B or better in any two of the following DANC courses: DANC 102 , DANC 104 , DANC 106 , DANC 108 , DANC 201 , DANC 202 , DANC 203 , DANC 204 , DANC 205 , DANC 206 ; and consent of dance program coordinator. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , READ 120 . One hour lecture, four hours laboratory each week. Formerly DN 220. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Perform the specific dance styles under study. Explain the historical and cultural influences on the development of the dance forms under study through written and oral communication. Demonstrate mastery of the basic steps and partnering in a variety of Latin dances. Acquire a working vocabulary for the various Latin forms to be used in written and oral communication. Explain the differences and similarities among the various dances in written and oral communication and in movement projects. View Schedule of Classes
	DANC 280 - Special Dance Practicum (R only) Offered on an individual basis to dance majors with advanced standing. Students may extend their studies by exploration of a particular specialization within the curriculum. PREREQUISITE(S): Consent of department. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , READ 120 , or consent of department. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits with consent of department. One hour lecture, four hours laboratory each week. Formerly DN 230. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate good working habits (punctuality, preparation, clear oral communication) in rehearsals. Reflect on their experiences and keep a written account of them. Perform at a high level, producing polished and complete work.. Demonstrate skills in working as part of a larger group. Specific objectives will be developed and negotiated with the student according to their area of concentration: performance, choreography, administration. Increase skills in individual area of concentration such as performance, choreography, administration. View Schedule of Classes
Data Science
	DATA 101 - Introduction to Data Science Fundamental coursework on the standards and practices for collecting, organizing, managing, exploring, and using data. Topics include preparation, analysis, and visualization of data and creating analysis tools for larger data sets. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in MATH 117 , MATH 217 , BSAD 210 or consent of department. Three hours each week. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Identify and describe the methods and techniques commonly used in data science. Demonstrate proficiency with the methods and techniques for obtaining, organizing, exploring, and analyzing data. Recognize how data analysis, inferential statistics, modeling, machine learning, and statistical computing can be utilized in an integrated capacity. Create and modify customizable tools for data analysis and visualization per the evaluation of characteristics of the data and the nature of the analysis. Demonstrate the ability to clean and prepare data for analysis and assemble data from a variety of sources. View Schedule of Classes
	DATA 110 - Writing and Communication in Data Science Emphasis on communication skills for professional situations including effective quantitative summary and public speaking. Preparing and producing technical documents for specific audiences and analyses for general audiences. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in MATH 117 /MATH 117A , MATH 217 , BSAD 210 or consent of department. Three hours each week. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, students will be able to: Construct oral and written arguments utilizing quantitative data. Express findings from scientific data analysis proficiently to a target audience. Apply techniques to develop and relate compelling stories with data. Compose and modify analytical summaries. Describe impression management strategies and situational communication preferences. View Schedule of Classes
	DATA 201 - Statistical Methods in Data Science Statistical concepts and applications related to data science including advanced exploratory data analysis, nonparametric inference and simulation for larger datasets, logistic regression modeling, statistical programming, and basics of machine learning. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in DATA 101 or consent of department. Three hours each week. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, students will be able to: Select appropriate existing analytical and presentational tools for specific analyses of large databases. Develop new and appropriate analytical and presentational tools for specific analyses of large databases through programming. Demonstrate a competency with data science practices that allows for reproducible results. Summarize findings based on complex analyses in a concise way for a general audience using multivariate graphics and statistical measures. View Schedule of Classes
	DATA 205 - Capstone Experience in Data Science A comprehensive, project-based course where Montgomery College and its partners in industry, science, and government work alongside faculty and students providing expertise, guidance, and real data. Course includes topics in advanced data mining, data ethics, and reproducible research. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in DATA 110 or consent of department. PRE- or COREQUISITE(S): DATA 201 . Four hours each week. 4 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, students will be able to: Conduct autonomous research in data science. Apply Cross-Industry Standard Process for Data Mining (CRISP-DM) methodology to analysis projects. Develop original yet reproducible analyses in a variety of formats for the general public and for members of the data science community. Apply data analysis and archiving techniques in a sample application area such as of industry, science, or public service. Assess different analysis techniques and justify the selection of a particular model or technique. View Schedule of Classes
Economics
	ECON 103 - The Evolution of Economic Societies CE-R An introduction to economies throughout history. Students will gain insight into the important role economics has played in the past and an understanding of how nations arrived at their current economic systems. Traces the economic organization of culturally diverse societies from prehistoric hunter/gathers up to present day globalization. Teaches basic economic concepts and applies them to these societies. Discusses various economic philosophers and their effect on society in the past and present. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , MATH 050 , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly EC 103. 3 semester hours May not be taken concurrently withMATH 017 or MATH 020 or MATH 045 without appropriate Math assessment score. Course Outcomes: Upon completion of this course a student will be able to: Identify major economic issues with which societies have dealt from the prehistoric to the present, generally the allocation of scarce resources. Apply basic economic principles, such as the importance of property rights and economies of scale, to past and present economic systems. Use common economic measures and determine the extent to which they apply to former and present societies, such as GDP and Unemployment. Analyze the contributions of selected economic philosophers to the science of economics, such as Adam Smith and Karl Marx. Examine important economic turning points in world history, such as the rise of agriculture and the industrial revolution. Analyze the transition from non-market societies toward free markets. Examine the successes of free markets for economic growth, such as England during the Industrial Revolution. Examine the difficulties free markets face, such as depressions and public goods. Identify alternatives to free markets and the difficulties they face, such as lack of incentives under communism. View Schedule of Classes
	ECON 105 - Basic Economics (BSSD, GEEL, [M]) CE-R Economics is the study of how individuals and societies use limited resources to achieve their goals. Economics can help students understand human behavior and make better decisions throughout their lives. This course is a one-semester introduction to macroeconomics and microeconomics for non-business and non-economics majors. A broad range of basic economic concepts will be covered. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , MATH 050 , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly EC 105. 3 semester hours May not be taken concurrently withMATH 017 or MATH 020 or MATH 045 without appropriate Math assessment score. Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Distinguish between macroeconomics and microeconomics. Explain the economic way of thinking. Develop methods of verbal description, tabular presentation, and graphical exposition for economic variables. Compare and contrast economic systems based upon economic criteria. Analyze demand, supply, and markets. Identify and indicate the function(s) of the major economic institutions of the world. Apply national income accounting concepts. Develop and analyze a macroeconomic model of the economy. Determine appropriate fiscal, as well as monetary, policy for the attainment of economic objectives. Integrate the theories of consumer and producer behavior. Utilize principles of profit maximization for perfectly competitive as well as imperfectly competitive firms. Apply the theory of comparative advantage to international trade. Identify and analyze current economic issues. View Schedule of Classes
	ECON 201 - Principles of Economics I (BSSD, GEEL) CE-R Covers macroeconomics - the study of the economy as a whole. Macroeconomics can help students make personal and business decisions and assess public policy issues throughout their lives. Topics include: supply and demand, national income and product, unemployment, inflation, aggregate supply and demand, economic growth and development, money and banking, monetary and fiscal policy, international trade, and economic systems. PREREQUISITE(S): High school algebra or its equivalent or consent of department. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , MATH 050 , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly EC 201. 3 semester hours May not be taken concurrently withMATH 017 or MATH 020 or MATH 045 without appropriate Math assessment score. Course Outcomes: Upon completion of this course a student will be able to: Apply basic economic concepts such as scarcity, opportunity cost, and comparative advantage to everyday life situations. Use the market model to explain how prices are set, quantities are bought and sold and how resources are allocated. Analyze the basic structure of capitalism and contrast with alternative economic systems. Measure unemployment and inflation. Analyze functions of money and the U.S. banking system. Use the model of aggregate supply and demand to examine unemployment and inflation and how these can be affected by government policy. Identify the primary purposes, limitations, and controversies regarding the use of fiscal and monetary policies. Use the model of aggregate supply and demand to examine unemployment and inflation and how these can be affected by government policy. Identify the factors of economic growth for both developed and less developed countries. Examine globalization and its impact on the economy. Measure gross domestic product (GDP) and analyze its shortcomings. View Schedule of Classes
	ECON 202 - Principles of Economics II (BSSD, GEEL) CE-R Covers microeconomics- the study of how individuals, businesses, and governments make choices about limited resources to achieve their goals. Microeconomics can help students make personal and business decisions and assess public policy issues throughout their lives. Topics include supply and demand, elasticity, government controls, market failure, production, business costs, profit maximization, and market structures. PREREQUISITE(S): High school algebra or its equivalent or consent of department. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , MATH 050 , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly EC 202. 3 semester hours May not be taken concurrently withMATH 017 or MATH 020 or MATH 045 without appropriate Math assessment score. Course Outcomes: Upon completion of this course a student will be able to: Apply basic cost, production, and profit concepts to business. Analyze market structures and their effect on business behavior. Apply basic economic concepts such as scarcity, opportunity cost, and marginal analysis to everyday life situations. Analyze the model of supply and demand to determine prices and quantities. Apply the concept of elasticity to business pricing and public policy decisions. Analyze government price and quantity controls. Identify the situations where unregulated markets fail and ways government can correct these market failures. Use economic principles to make business decisions such as what price to charge, how much to sell, and how many employees to hire to maximize profits. View Schedule of Classes
Education
	EDUC 050 - Praxis I Reading/Writing Test Preparation Passing scores on Praxis I: Pre-Professional Skills Test (or another Maryland state-mandated basic skills assessment) are required to earn the Associate of Arts in Teaching degree, as well as for entry into any teacher certification program in Maryland. This course is designed to help prepare students to successfully complete the reading and writing portions of the Praxis I. Reviews reading and writing skills necessary for the exam plus builds test-taking skills and strategies. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , MATH 050 , READ 120 . One hour each week. Formerly ED 050. 1 semester hour May not be taken concurrently withMATH 017 or MATH 020 or MATH 045 without appropriate Math assessment score. ONE EQUIVALENT CREDIT HOUR. NOT APPLICABLE TO A DEGREE OR CERTIFICATE. MAY NOT BE USED TO SATISFY DEGREE REQUIREMENTS. NOT INCLUDED IN GPA CALCULATION. Course Outcomes: Upon completion of this course a student will be able to: Understand the structure, format, and content of the Praxis I Reading and Writing tests. Apply reading comprehension strategies and techniques. Recognize common grammatical errors at the sentence level. Plan, organize and write a 30-minute essay. Complete practice tests under simulated conditions. Apply writing and reading comprehension test taking strategies. View Schedule of Classes
	EDUC 051 - Praxis I Mathematics Test Preparation Passing scores on Praxis I: Pre-Professional Skills Test (or another Maryland state-mandated basic skills assessment) are required to earn the Associate of Arts in Teaching degree, as well as for entry into any teacher certification program in Maryland. This course is designed to help prepare students to successfully complete the mathematics portion of the Praxis I. Reviews key mathematics concepts included in the exam plus builds test-taking skills and strategies. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , MATH 050 READ 120 . One hour each week. Formerly ED 051. 1 semester hour May not be taken concurrently withMATH 017 or MATH 020 or MATH 045 without appropriate Math assessment score. ONE EQUIVALENT CREDIT HOUR. NOT APPLICABLE TO A DEGREE OR CERTIFICATE. MAY NOT BE USED TO SATISFY DEGREE REQUIREMENTS. NOT INCLUDED IN GPA CALCULATION. Course Outcomes: Upon completion of this course a student will be able to: Understand the structure, format, and content of the Praxis I Mathematics tests. Apply mathematical problem solving strategies and techniques. Recognize simple skill level questions and complete them correctly. Complete practice tests under simulated conditions. Use the class time to review for gotten mathematics skills and to correct any misconceptions. See their mathematics as a complete integrated system. Apply test taking strategies to earn a passing score as well as to alleviate test anxiety. View Schedule of Classes
	EDUC 101 - Foundations of Education An introductory course exploring the historical, legal, philosophical, social, and practical aspects of American education. Students evaluate current educational trends, issues, and practices. They also explore teaching as a career and other career opportunities in contemporary education. PRE- or COREQUISITE(S): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A . Three hours each week. Formerly ED 101. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon completion of this course a student will be able to: Examine current events and trends in education and describe how they affect students, families, schools and the community. Articulate key concepts regarding how children learn. Identify and describe best educational practices related to diverse populations in the classroom. Compare and contrast global education practices. Identify key events, leaders and movements in the history of education. Compare and contrast the essential philosophies of education, and begin to develop a personal philosophy of education. Identify various funding sources for schools and ongoing controversies related to school funding. Describe the impact of federal laws and Supreme Court decisions related to education in K - 12 schools throughout the United States. View Schedule of Classes
	EDUC 102 - Field Experience in Education Provides a structured field-based experience for students to observe teachers and students in local public schools. Applying concepts learned in EDUC 101 or PHED 201 , students reflect on the teaching and learning process. Experiences in small group and individual instruction provide a transition from theory to practice. Attendance at on-campus and school site orientations required before beginning observations. PRE- or COREQUISITE(S): EDUC 101 or PHED 201 . Five hours lecture and thirty hours practicum each semester. Formerly ED 102. 1 semester hour Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Describe and implement the components of a positive teacher disposition, including the reliability, communication, initiative, behavior, and responsiveness expected of pre-service and in-service teachers. Observe, reflect on and interpret the educational philosophy, teaching style, and classroom management of the observed teacher(s). Examine and refine personal educational philosophy, teaching style and classroom management techniques for the future classroom. Identify the demands and rewards of teaching Identify key factors affecting a positive school climate. Observe and record the variety of methods teachers employ to address the individual needs of students in the classroom. Recognize the value of classroom organization and lesson development. Observe and record typical characteristics of students in the observed age range. Demonstrate an understanding of the diverse needs of student populations in MCPS. Implement appropriate teaching techniques with small groups or individual students at the request of the mentor teacher. View Schedule of Classes
	EDUC 115 - Child Health, Safety, and Nutrition Examines the health, safety, and nutritional needs of young children. Emphasizes common childhood illnesses and chronic conditions, health assessment tools and effective control measures; emergency care and first aid, safety management and practices; nutritional guidelines and activities. Offers opportunities for students to develop a curriculum that enhances children’s education on health, safety, and nutrition. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly ED 125. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Describe the NAEYC standards on the health, safety, and nutrition of young children. List environmental factors that affect children’s health, safety, and nutrition. Discuss effects of health, safety, and nutrition on children’s learning and development. Use health assessment tools to assess a child’s health status. Identify symptoms of communicable diseases and chronic health conditions affecting children’s health. Describe control measures for reducing illnesses and effective management of common diseases. Develop a safety checklist of indoor and outdoor environments. Demonstrate emergency care and first aid treatment for given situations. Practice teaching strategies for promoting good eating habits and personal hygiene for young children. Plan meals and snacks that meet nutritional requirements for young children. Develop a list of resources that assist families in locating community services for health, safety, and nutrition. Write lesson plans for teaching health, safety, and nutrition concepts. View Schedule of Classes
	EDUC 119 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education Covers curriculum modes, a teacher’s roles, and family relationships. Topics include historical development, significant issues, current trends, ethics, and national standards in early childhood education. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly ED 119. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of historical development of Early Childhood Education and of the philosophies of major historical figures. Examine the ethical and policy issues and current trends in Early Childhood Education. State the Early Childhood Professional Code of Ethics by National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Compare and contrast the variety of curriculum models and programs in Early Childhood Education. Develop and write his/her own philosophy of Early Childhood Education. Demonstrate an understanding of diverse populations in Early Childhood Education. Describe the principles of Developmentally Appropriate Practice in Early Childhood Education, set by National Association for the Education of Young Children. Identify the steps and guidelines of developing a teacher education portfolio. Discuss professional roles and responsibilities of an early childhood educator. Describe the NAEYC guidelines for establishing collaborative relationships with families and community. Write journal reflections on the teaching practices, professional values and standards observed in the real early childhood classroom settings. Identify advocacy skills for children and early childhood profession. View Schedule of Classes
	EDUC 135 - Child Growth and Development Provides students with the principles of child growth and development necessary to work in programs serving children from infancy through age eight. It emphasizes the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development of children and their implications for developmentally appropriate teaching practices in educational settings. Attention is given to observation methods and their application in the completion of a case study of one child in a classroom environment. Students who pass the course with the final grade of “C” or better will receive 45 of the 90 classroom hours needed to become senior staff in programs licensed by the Office of Child Care Licensing and Regulations. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , READ 120 . Three hours lecture/discussion each week. Formerly ED 120. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Discuss the major principles of several theories of child development and learning. Identify ways teachers can use each theory to enhance children’s development and learning. Articulate four areas of development and individual difference in children’s growth and learning. Outline the milestones of physical growth and motor development of children from birth to eight years of age. Explain the cognitive development of children from birth to eight years of age. Outline the milestones of language development of children from birth to eight years of age. Describe the social and emotional development of children from birth to eight years of age. List developmental characteristics and needs of children. Describe the multiple influences on children’s development and learning. Identify methods of child study and use the observation methods to observe children effectively. Identify the essential adult role in children’s learning and development. Observe, document, and evaluate a child’s learning and development in a real classroom setting. View Schedule of Classes
	EDUC 136 - Curriculum Planning in Early Childhood Education Provides the student with an overview of the principles of developmentally appropriate curriculum planning for programs serving children from infancy and pre-K through age five. Specifically, this course emphasizes activity planning, teaching methods, material selection, assessment techniques, and classroom management appropriate for use in early childhood programs. Attention is also given to staff and parent communication and community resources. Students who pass the course with the final grade of “C” or better will receive 45 of the 90 classroom hours needed to become senior staff in programs licensed by the Office of Child Care Licensing and Regulation. 15 hours of documented field experience in a birth-through five or pre-K program are required. PREREQUISITE(S): EDUC 135 or consent of department. Three hours lecture/discussion each week. Formerly ED 121. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Name and describe the variety of programs in early childhood education. Identify teachers’ roles and responsibilities and the essentials of successful teaching. Explain ideals and principles of the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct. Outline guidelines for establishing positive relationships with families and community. Create a safe, healthy, and multicultural environment for children. Use skills of room arrangement, transitions, and interactions to manage an encouraging classroom. Describe the values of play and a teacher’s role in children’s play. Write weekly lesson plans to promote physical and motor, social, emotional, and cognitive development in young children. Plan and demonstrate circle time and small group activities for promoting learning outcomes for all young children. Articulate key points of the NAEYC standards of developmentally appropriate programs. Use NAEYC standards to evaluate teaching practices, curriculum, and professional values observed in the real early childhood settings. View Schedule of Classes
	EDUC 153 - Infant and Toddler Development and Curriculum Planning Introduces the theory and practice of caring for infants and toddlers in a group setting. Topics include the significance of the early years; learning and development of infants and toddlers; socio-physical environment of group care setting; appropriate activities and interactions; and health, safety, and nutritional needs of infants and toddlers. Upon completion of this course, the student meets the coursework requirement for the position of infant/toddler senior staff in a child care center. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly ED 123. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Outline the major milestones of physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development from birth to age three. Explain the major theories and new research conclusions of infant/toddler development and learning. Describe appropriate caregiver behavior in response to temperaments, needs, and interest of infants/toddlers. List the health, safety, and nutritional needs of infants/toddlers and identify appropriate practice for meeting their needs. Organize appropriate learning environment for infants/toddlers such as physical setting, routines, materials. Demonstrate appropriate interaction skills for working with infants/toddlers Write and implement activity plans. Identify community resources to assess infants/toddlers/ special needs and to support parents. View Schedule of Classes
	EDUC 154 - School-Age Child Care Covers necessary elements for providing before-and-after-school programs serving children ages five to 13; quality, standards, and care issues; the growth and development of five- through 13- yearolds; teachers’ roles and qualifications; working with families and communities. Topics also include activity planning, environment designing, scheduling, building relationships with children, guiding children’s behavior, and caring for children with special needs. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly ED 124. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Identify characteristics of school-age children and families. Discuss and evaluate program concerns and standards. List and describe teachers’ roles and essentials of successful teaching. Apply principles of children’s physical growth and development to teaching practices. Identify ways teachers can use cognitive theories to enhance children’s development. Summarize the major principles of psychosocial developmental theories and identify effective strategies for enhancing children’s social and emotional development. Apply guidance techniques to children’s behavior. Organize the physical environment and schedule for before-and after- school and summer programs. Demonstrate appropriate interaction skills for working with children (e.g. listening, talking, and playing). Write effective curriculum plans and design a group project for an age appropriate learning activity. Develop a comprehensive folder containing community resources for curriculum planning and for parent support. Summarize the principles of developmentally appropriate teaching practices established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. Observe and evaluate teaching practices and children?s learning in a school-age classroom setting. View Schedule of Classes
	EDUC 170 - First Start: Care of Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities Provides an overview of a variety of disabling conditions and chronic illnesses that can afflict infants and toddlers. Students will learn about the care needs of these children, legal issues, parental issues, and child and family advocacy. This course will include sessions with health and education professionals from the community who specialize in specific disabling conditions. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , READ 120 . Three hours lecture/discussion each week. Formerly ED 130. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Discuss how young children learn and develop in their social, emotional, and language areas. Describe a variety of disabling conditions and chronic illnesses that can afflict infants and toddlers. Identify special needs of infants and toddlers with disabilities and chronic conditions. Apply appropriate care procedures in the areas of infection control and hand washing, skin care and diapering, nutrition and feeding, and First Aid for common child care incidents. Organize a safe, secure, and loving environment according to the NAEYC standards. Apply behavior management strategies in guiding infants and toddlers with special needs. List resources of professionals, organizations, and community agencies that serve children with special needs. Discuss NAEYC standards, legal issues, parental issues, and professional attitudes towards children with disabilities and chronic conditions. View Schedule of Classes
	EDUC 180 - Children’s Literature A survey of a variety of significant and exemplary children’s literature for preschool through elementary school, with the emphasis on the evaluation and presentation of children’s literature. The course offers opportunities for the student to develop activity plans that enhance children’s language development and early literacy. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly ED 200. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: State National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Standards on children’s language and literacy development. Design a literature-rich environment that encourages emergent literacy and language development. Identify children’s books to be used with various ages of children and subject areas. Plan a story time activity based on a specific theme using picture books, finger plays, action rhymes, music, and other activities that enhance the books. Present the story time activity using appropriate teaching skills. Identify genres of children’s literature and know good examples of each. Evaluate the various genres of children’s literature according to established criteria. View Schedule of Classes
	EDUC 201 - Introduction to Special Education Covers psychological, sociological, and medical characteristics of the exceptional learner: mental retardation, learning disabilities, emotional or behavioral disorders, communication disorders, hearing impairments, visual impairment, physical disabilities, and giftedness. Topics also include classroom practices, current issues and trends, history and legal aspects, multicultural and bilingual implications. PREREQUISITE(S): EDUC 101 /EDUC 102 , EDUC 135 , or PSYC 215 . Three hours each week. Formerly ED 140. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Identify legislation and laws in special education including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Rehabilitation Act. Explain the importance of inclusion in today’s classrooms and identify the key characteristics of inclusive education. Practice collaborative skills, communication skills, and teaching strategies to accommodate students with various needs. Describe the key components of an Individualized Education Program and the rational (IDEA principles) under each component. List and explain characteristics of the 12 categories under IDEA. Discuss appropriate accommodations for students under all 12 disability categories based on specific student characteristics. Outline the importance of culture and language as it relates to disabilities. Identify the key components of universal design as it relates to students with disabilities and inclusive education. Conduct in-depth research on a disability topic and present it to colleagues and the College community. Demonstrate understanding of appropriate accommodations for students with various disabilities. View Schedule of Classes
	EDUC 202 - Field Experience in Special Education Provides a structured field-based experience for students to observe teachers and students in special education setting in local public schools. Applying concepts learned in EDUC 201 , students reflect on teaching and learning with diverse student populations. Experiences in a small group and individual instruction provide a transition from theory to practice. Attendance at on-campus and school site orientations required before beginning observations. PRE- or COREQUISITE(S): EDUC 201 . Five hours lecture and thirty hours practicum each semester. Formerly ED 141. 1 semester hour Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Describe and implement the components of a positive teacher disposition, including the reliability, communication, initiative, behavior, and responsiveness expected of pre-service and in-service teachers. Identify the demands and rewards of working with students with disabilities in the general education classroom and/or other special education environments. Discuss modification and accommodation strategies for several types of disabilities. Compare and contrast the principles of mainstreaming and inclusion. Observe how students with disabilities are integrated into the overall school. Identify ways that policies and regulations are implemented in the actual classroom. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of collaboration between special and general educators in affecting student learning. Begin to plan ways to individualize behavior management in the classroom. Implement appropriate teaching techniques with small groups or individual students at the request of the mentor teacher. View Schedule of Classes
	EDUC 208 - Observation and Assessment of Young Children Provides students with a broad set of observation and assessment tools and approaches. Covers guidelines and procedures of observation, documentation, and assessment. Emphasis is on analyzing and interpreting assessment results to enhance children’s learning outcomes. Establishing partnerships with families and other professionals will be discussed. Students are required to do 15 hours of field experience. PRE- or COREQUISITE(S): EDUC 136 . Three hours each week. Formerly ED 126. 3 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: State the goals, benefits and guidelines of assessing young children. Describe a variety of appropriate assessment tools and procedures. Develop the skills of observing, documenting, and assessing children’s ideas, actions, and work. Observe, record, and assess young children’s development and learning while they participate in play and activities. Compile a portfolio that displays evidence of a child’s learning from various types of assessment. Analyze and interpret assessment results to enhance programs and to promote children’s learning and development. State the importance of collaboration with families and other professionals as it relates to assessment. Identify ways of collaborating with parents as partners in the assessment and development of curriculum. Know public policies and national standards pertaining assessment. View Schedule of Classes
	EDUC 210 - Curriculum Seminar-Science and Mathematics for Young Children Science and mathematics concepts appropriate to the developmental levels of young children will be presented and analyzed. The student will develop curriculum activities and test these activities with young children to determine their usefulness in promoting logical thinking through interaction with concrete materials. PREREQUISITE(S): EDUC 136 . Two hours each week. Formerly ED 210. 2 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Identify the goals of major science and math set by the professional organizations such as NSTA and NAEYC. Create developmentally appropriate curriculum plans integrating math and science education. Discover the processes of math and science education for young children. Examine methods of assessment on the learning outcomes of science and math. Plan and demonstrate developmentally appropriate math activities for number concept, patterns, geometry, measurement, and data analysis. Create a unit based upon Process-Oriented-Inquiry. State the importance of learner differences and parental involvement. Develop a repertoire of activities, materials, methods, and resources for use in early childhood classrooms. Organize an appropriate learning environment to promote children’s learning. View Schedule of Classes
	EDUC 212 - Curriculum Seminar: Creative Arts for Young Children Enables the student to comprehend the process by which the child develops a sense of creativity through music, movement, puppetry, language arts, and manipulation of open-ended materials. The focus will be on teaching methods and hands-on activities. The student will develop a curriculum that promotes children’s creative thinking and expression. PREREQUISITE(S): EDUC 136 . Two hours each week. Formerly ED 212. 2 semester hours Course Outcomes: Upon course completion, a student will be able to: Identify developmental factors that influence children’s expression of creativity. Explain aesthetics and its role in creative thinking. Describe the importance of developmentally appropriate practice in designing creative activities. Manipulate open-ended art materials just as children do in order to understand the process of children’s learning. Organize an appropriate environment to support creative art experiences of young children. Examine how technology plays a role in creativity. Plan and present activities of math, science, social studies, music, physical motor, and language arts. Apply teaching methods to activity planning and presentation. View Schedule of Classes

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CMAP 232 - Word Processing Applications

CMAP 242 - Introduction to Database Applications

CMAP 245 - Advanced Database Applications

CMAP 252 - Spreadsheet Applications

CMAP 269 - Computer Applications Internship

CMGT 100 - Construction Methods and Materials

CMGT 110 - Construction Plan Reading

CMGT 135 - Construction Field Operations

CMGT 190 - Computer Applications in Construction

CMGT 210 - Construction Management

CMGT 250 - Construction Surveying

CMGT 270 - Construction Estimating

CMGT 274 - Preconstruction Estimating

CMGT 275 - Construction Planning and Scheduling

CMGT 280 - Mechanical and Electrical Systems

CMGT 285 - Practical Construction Law

CMGT 290 - Professional Practicum

CMSC 100 - Fundamentals of Computer Programming

CMSC 110 - Computer Concepts

CMSC 135 - Introduction to Scripting

CMSC 140 - Introduction to Programming

CMSC 141 - Intermediate Programming

CMSC 201 - Java Programming Language

CMSC 203 - Computer Science I

CMSC 204 - Computer Science II

CMSC 207 - Introduction to Discrete Structures

CMSC 214 - Advanced Java Programming

CMSC 220 - Client-Server Programming with Java

CMSC 222 - Visual Programming

CMSC 224 - Developing Web Applications Using C# and ASP.NET

CMSC 226 - Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming with C++

CMSC 230 - Advanced Object-Oriented Programming with C++

CMSC 234 - Mobile Game and Application Programming

CMSC 237 - Introduction to iPhone Programming Using Objective C

CMSC 240 - Advanced Mobile App and Game Development

CMSC 243 - Systems Analysis and Design

CMSC 246 - Introduction to SQL Using Oracle

CMSC 250 - UNIX/LINUX Operating System

CMSC 253 - UNIX/LINUX System Administration

CMSC 260 - Computer Security

CMSC 266 - Programming for Digital Devices

CMSC 269 - Computer Science and Technologies Internship

CMSC 295X - Research Topics in Information Security

CMSC 299 - Special Topics in Computer Science and Technologies

COED 260 - Cooperative Education I

COED 261 - Cooperative Education II

COMM 108 - Foundations of Human Communication

COMM 109 - Voice and Diction

COMM 112 - Business and Professional Speech Communication

COMM 121 - Public Speaking

COMM 204 - Interpersonal Communication

COMM 220 - Small Group Communication

COMM 250 - Introduction to Communication Inquiry and Theory

COMM 251 - Introduction to Journalism

COMM 252 - News Writing

DANC 100 - Introduction to Dance

DANC 101 - Ballet I

DANC 102 - Ballet II

DANC 103 - Modern Dance I

DANC 104 - Modern Dance II

DANC 105 - Jazz Dance I

DANC 106 - Jazz Dance II

DANC 107 - Tap Dance I

DANC 108 - Tap Dance II

DANC 110 - Stretch and Alignment

DANC 120 - Rhythmic Training for the Dancer

DANC 200 - Introduction to Dance Composition

DANC 201 - Ballet III

DANC 202 - Ballet IV

DANC 203 - Modern Dance III

DANC 204 - Modern Dance IV

DANC 205 - Jazz Dance III

DANC 206 - Jazz Dance IV

DANC 270 - Special Topics in Dance

DANC 280 - Special Dance Practicum

DATA 101 - Introduction to Data Science

DATA 110 - Writing and Communication in Data Science

DATA 201 - Statistical Methods in Data Science

DATA 205 - Capstone Experience in Data Science