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Course Descriptions

(CAA) on courses stands for Comprehensive Articulation Agreement - The North Carolina Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) is a statewide agreement governing the transfer of credits between NC community colleges and NC public universities and has as its objective the smooth transfer of students.
 

Computer Information Technology
  

  • CTS-115 Information Systems Business Concepts (CAA)

    The course introduces the role of IT in managing business processes and the need for business process and IT alignment. Emphasis is placed on industry need for understanding business challenges and developing/managing information systems to contribute to the decision making process based on these challenges. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the ‘hybrid business manager’ and the potential offered by new technology and systems. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • CTS-120 Hardware/Software Support

    This course covers the basic hardware of a personal computer, including installation, operations and interactions with software. Topics include component identification, memory-system, peripheral installation and configuration, preventive maintenance, hardware diagnostics/repair, installation and optimization of system software, commercial programs, system configuration, and device-drivers. Upon completion, students should be able to select appropriate computer equipment and software, upgrade/maintain existing equipment and software, and troubleshoot/repair non-functioning personal computers. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • CTS-130 Spreadsheet

    This course introduces basic spreadsheet design and development. Topics include writing formulas, using functions, enhancing spreadsheets, creating charts, and printing. Upon completion, students should be able to design and print basic spreadsheets and charts. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00

Computer Science
  

  • CSC-121 Python Programming

    This course introduces computer programming using the Python programming language. Emphasis is placed on common algorithms and programming principles utilizing the standard library distributed with Python. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test, and debug Python language programs. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • CSC-133 C Programming

    This course introduces computer programming using the C programming language with structured programming principles. Topics include input/output operations, iteration, arithmetic operations, arrays, pointers, filters, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test and debug at a beginning level. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00

Computer Tech Integration
  

  • CTI-110 Web, Programming, and Database Foundation

    This course covers the introduction of the tools and resources available to students in programming, mark-up language and services on the Internet. Topics include standard mark-up language Internet services, creating web pages, using search engines, file transfer programs; and database design and creation with DBMS products. Upon completion students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of programming tools, deploy a web-site with mark-up tools, and create a simple database table. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • CTI-120 Network and Security Foundation

    This course introduces students to the Network concepts, including networking terminology and protocols, local and wide area networks, and network standards. Emphasis is placed on securing information systems and the various implementation policies. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic tasks related to networking mathematics, terminology, media and protocols. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • CTI-140 Virtualization Concepts

    This course introduces operating system virtualization. Emphasis is placed on virtualization terminology, virtual machine storage, virtual networking and access control. Upon completion, students should be able to perform tasks related to installation, configuration and management of virtual machines. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 1.00 Lab Hours: 4.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • CTI-141 Cloud & Storage Concepts

    This course introduces cloud computing and storage concepts. Emphasis is placed on cloud terminology, virtualization, storage networking and access control. Upon completion, students should be able to perform tasks related to installation, configuration and management of cloud storage systems. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 1.00 Lab Hours: 4.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • CTI-240 Virtualization Admin I

    This course covers datacenter virtualization concepts. Topics include data storage, virtual network configuration, virtual machine and virtual application deployment. Upon completion, students should be able to perform tasks related to virtual machine and hypervisor installation and configuration. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 1.00 Lab Hours: 4.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • CTI-241 Virtualization Admin II

    This course covers administration of datacenter virtualization infrastructure. Topics include access control, fault tolerance, scalability, resource management, virtual machine migration and troubleshooting. Upon completion, students should be able to perform tasks related to virtualization security, data protection and resource monitoring. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 1.00 Lab Hours: 4.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • CTI-270 Data Center Design & Prob Res

    This course provides students an opportunity to complete a significant data center hardware and software design and configuration project, including disaster recovery planning. Emphasis is placed on adhering to optimal practices that can provide a highly available, stable, manageable, secure and scalable environment and maintaining it using a variety of utilities and system tools. Upon completion, students should be able to design, deploy and administer the hardware and software components of a highly available data center. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00

Cosmetology
  

  • COS-111 Cosmetology Concepts I

    This course introduces basic cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, first aid, sanitation, bacteriology, anatomy, diseases and disorders, hygiene, product knowledge, chemistry, ethics, manicures, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply cosmetology concepts in the salon setting. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
    Class Hours: 4.00
    Credit Hours: 4.00
    Requisites:
    Take COS 112  (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • COS-111AB Cosmetology Concepts I

    This course introduces basic cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, first aid, sanitation, bacteriology, anatomy, diseases and disorders, hygiene, product knowledge, chemistry, ethics, manicures, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply cosmetology concepts in the salon setting. This course covers one-half of content in COS 111 . Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 2.00
    Requisites:
    Take COS 112  (Required, Previous or concurrent). | COS 112AB  (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • COS-111BB Cosmetology Concepts I

    This course introduces basic cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, first aid, sanitation, bacteriology, anatomy, diseases and disorders, hygiene, product knowledge, chemistry, ethics, manicures, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply cosmetology concepts in the salon setting. This course covers one-half of content in COS 111 . Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 2.00
    Requisites:
    COS 111AB ; Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous).  | Take COS 112  (Required, Previous or concurrent). | COS 112BB  (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • COS-112 Salon I

    This course introduces basic salon services. Topics include scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, permanent waving, pressing, relaxing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate salon services. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
    Lab Hours: 24.00
    Credit Hours: 8.00
    Requisites:
    Take COS 111  (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • COS-112AB Salon I

    This course introduces basic salon services. Topics include scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, permanent waving, pressing, relaxing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate salon services. This course covers one-half of content in COS 112 . Semester Offered: Fall
    Lab Hours: 12.00
    Credit Hours: 4.00
    Requisites:
    Take COS 111  (Required, Previous or concurrent). (Required, Previous). | COS 111AB  (Recommended, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • COS-112BB Salon I

    This course introduces basic salon services. Topics include scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, permanent waving, pressing, relaxing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate salon services. This course covers one-half of content in COS 112 . Semester Offered: Spring
    Lab Hours: 12.00
    Credit Hours: 4.00
    Requisites:
    Take COS 112AB  ; Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous). | Take COS 111  (Required, Previous or concurrent). | COS 111BB  (Recommended, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • COS-113 Cosmetology Concepts II

    This course covers more comprehensive cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, product knowledge, chemistry, manicuring, chemical restructuring, and hair coloring. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply these cosmetology concepts in the salon setting. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
    Class Hours: 4.00
    Credit Hours: 4.00
    Requisites:
    Take COS 111  COS 112  (Required, Previous). | Take All COS 111  COS 112  Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous). | Take COS 114  (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • COS-114 Salon II

    This course provides experience in a simulated salon setting. Topics include basic skin care, manicuring, nail application, scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, chemical restructuring, pressing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate these salon services. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
    Lab Hours: 24.00
    Credit Hours: 8.00
    Requisites:
    Take All COS 111  COS 112 ; (Required, Previous). | Take COS 113  (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • COS-115 Cosmetology Concepts III

    This course covers more comprehensive cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, product knowledge, salon management, salesmanship, skin care, electricity/light therapy, wigs, thermal hair styling, lash and brow tinting, superfluous hair removal, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply these cosmetology concepts in the salon setting. Semester Offered: Summer
    Class Hours: 4.00
    Credit Hours: 4.00
    Requisites:
    Take 1 group; # Take COS 111  COS 112 ; (Required, Previous). | Take COS 116  (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • COS-116 Salon III

    This course provides comprehensive experience in a simulated salon setting. Emphasis is placed on intermediate-level of skin care, manicuring, scalp treatments, shampooing, hair color, design, haircutting, chemical restructuring, pressing, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate these salon services. Semester Offered: Summer
    Lab Hours: 12.00
    Credit Hours: 4.00
    Requisites:
    Take COS 111  COS 112 ; (Required, Previous). | Take COS 115  (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • COS-117 Cosmetology Concepts IV

    This course covers advanced cosmetology concepts. Topics include chemistry and hair structure, advanced cutting and design, and an overview of all cosmetology concepts in preparation for the licensing examination. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these cosmetology concepts and meet program completion requirements. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
    Class Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 2.00
    Requisites:
    Take: COS 111  and COS 112 :  (Required, Previous). | Take COS 113  COS 114  COS 115  COS 116 ; Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous). | Take COS 118  COS 223  (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • COS-118 Salon IV

    This course provides advanced experience in a simulated salon setting. Emphasis is placed on efficient and competent delivery of all salon services in preparation for the licensing examination and employment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in program requirements and the areas covered on the Cosmetology Licensing Examination and meet entry-level employment requirements. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
    Lab Hours: 21.00
    Credit Hours: 7.00
    Requisites:
    Take: COS 111  COS 112   (Required, Previous). | Take COS 117  (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • COS-119 Esthetics Concepts I

    This course covers the concepts of esthetics. Topics include orientation, anatomy, physiology, hygiene, sterilization, first aid, chemistry, basic dermatology, and professional ethics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of esthetics and meet course requirements. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 2.00
    Requisites:
    Take COS 120 ; (Recommended, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • COS-120 Esthetics Salon I

    This course covers the techniques of esthetics in a comprehensive experience in a simulated salon setting. Topics include client consultation, facials, body treatments, hair removal, make-up applications, and color analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate esthetic services on clients in a salon setting. Semester Offered: Fall
    Lab Hours: 18.00
    Credit Hours: 6.00
    Requisites:
    Take COS 119 ; (Recommended, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • COS-125 Esthetics Concepts II

    This course covers more comprehensive esthetics concepts. Topics include nutrition, business management, makeup, and color analysis.  Upon completion students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the advanced esthetics concepts and meet course requirements. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 2.00
    Requisites:
    Take COS 119  & COS 120  Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous). | Take COS 126 ; (Recommended, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • COS-126 Esthetics Salon II

    This course provides experience in a simulated esthetics setting. Topics include machine facials, aromatherapy, surface manipulation in relation to skin care, electricity, and apparatus. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in program requirements and the areas covered on the Cosmetology licensing examination for Estheticians. Semester Offered: Spring
    Lab Hours: 18.00
    Credit Hours: 6.00
    Requisites:
    Take COS 125 ; (Recommended, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • COS-223 Contemp Hair Coloring

    This course covers basic color concepts, hair coloring problems, and application techniques. Topics include color theory, terminology, contemporary techniques, product knowledge, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify a client’s color needs and safely and competently perform color applications and correct problems. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
    Class Hours: 1.00 Lab Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 2.00
    Requisites:
    Take All: COS 111  and COS 112 ; (Required, Previous). | Take COS 113 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • COS-225 Adv Contemporary Hair Coloring

    This course covers advanced techniques in coloring applications and problem solving situations. Topics include removing unwanted color, replacing pigment and re-coloring, removing coatings, covering grey and white hair, avoiding color fading, and poor tint results. Upon completion, students should be able to apply problem solving techniques in hair coloring situations.
    Class Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 2
    Requisites:
    • Take COS 223 ; (Required, Previous).
  

  • COS-250 Computerized Salon Ops

    This course introduces computer and salon software. Emphasis is placed on various computer and salon software applications. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize computer skills and software applications in the salon setting. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 1.00
    Credit Hours: 1.00
    Requisites:
    Take COS 111  COS 112  COS 113  COS 114  COS 115  COS 116 ; Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous).

Criminal Justice
  

  • CJC-110 Basic Law Enforcement BLET

    This course covers the basic skills and knowledge needed for entry-level employment as a law enforcement officer in North Carolina. Topics include those mandated by North Carolina Administration Code as essential for functioning in law enforcement. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate competence in the topics required for the state comprehensive certification examination. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
    Class Hours: 10.00 Lab Hours: 30.00
    Credit Hours: 20.00
  

  • CJC-111 Introduction to Criminal Justice (CAA)

    This course introduces the components and processes of the criminal justice system. Topics include history, structure, functions, and philosophy of the criminal justice system and their relationship to life in our society. Upon completion, students should be able to define and describe the major system components and their interrelationships and evaluate career options. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
  

  • CJC-112 Criminology

    This course introduces deviant behavior as it relates to criminal activity. Topics include theories of crime causation; statistical analysis of criminal behavior; past, present, and future social control initiatives; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain and discuss various theories of crime causation and societal response. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
  

  • CJC-113 Juvenile Justice (CAA)

    This course covers the juvenile justice system and related juvenile issues. Topics include an overview of the juvenile justice system, treatment and prevention programs, special areas and laws unique to juveniles, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify/discuss juvenile court structure/procedures, function and jurisdiction of juvenile agencies, processing/detention of juveniles, and case disposition. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
  

  • CJC-121 Law Enforcement Operations (CAA)

    This course introduces fundamental law enforcement operations. Topics include the contemporary evolution of law enforcement operations and related issues. Upon completion, students should be able to explain theories, practices, and issues related to law enforcement operations. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
  

  • CJC-131 Criminal Law

    This course covers the history/evolution/principles and contemporary applications of criminal law. Topics include sources of substantive law, classification of crimes, parties to crime, elements of crimes, matters of criminal responsibility, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the sources of law and identify, interpret, and apply the appropriate statutes/elements. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
  

  • CJC-132 Court Procedure & Evidence

    This course covers judicial structure/process/procedure from incident to disposition, kinds and degrees of evidence, and the rules governing admissibility of evidence in court. Topics include consideration of state and federal courts, arrest, search and seizure laws, exclusionary and statutory rules of evidence, and other related issues. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and discuss procedures necessary to establish a lawful arrest/search, proper judicial procedures, and the admissibility of evidence. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
  

  • CJC-141 Corrections (CAA)

    This course covers the history, major philosophies, components, and current practices and problems of the field of corrections. Topics include historical evolution, functions of the various components, alternatives to incarceration, treatment programs, inmate control, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the various components, processes, and functions of the correctional system. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
  

  • CJC-160 Terrorism: Underlying Issues

    This course identifies the fundamental reasons why America is a target for terrorists, covering various domestic/international terrorist groups and ideologies from a historical aspect. Emphasis is placed upon recognition of terrorist crime scene; weapons of mass destruction; chemical, biological, and nuclear terrorism; and planning considerations involving threat assessments. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and discuss the methods used in terrorists’ activities and complete a threat assessment for terrorists’ incidents. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
  

  • CJC-212 Ethics & Community Relations (CAA)

    This course covers ethical considerations and accepted standards applicable to criminal justice organizations and professionals. Topics include ethical systems; social change, values, and norms; cultural diversity; citizen involvement in criminal justice issues; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to apply ethical considerations to the decision-making process in identifiable criminal justice situations. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
  

  • CJC-214 Victimology

    This course introduces the study of victims. Emphasis is placed on roles/characteristics of victims, victim interaction with the criminal justice system and society, current victim assistance programs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss and identify victims, the uniqueness of victims’ roles, and current victim assistance programs. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
  

  • CJC-215 Organization & Administration

    This course introduces the components and functions of organization and administration as it applies to the agencies of the criminal justice system. Topics include operations/functions of organizations; recruiting, training, and retention of personnel; funding and budgeting; communications; span of control and discretion; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and discuss the basic components and functions of a criminal justice organization and its administrative operations. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
  

  • CJC-221 Investigative Principles

    This course introduces the theories and fundamentals of the investigative process. Topics include crime scene/incident processing, information gathering techniques, collection/preservation of evidence, preparation of appropriate reports, court presentations, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, explain, and demonstrate the techniques of the investigative process, report preparation, and courtroom presentation. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 4.00
    Requisites:
    Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
  

  • CJC-222 Criminalistics

    This course covers the functions of the forensic laboratory and its relationship to successful criminal investigations and prosecutions. Topics include advanced crime scene processing, investigative techniques, current forensic technologies, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and collect relevant evidence at simulated crime scenes and request appropriate laboratory analysis of submitted evidence. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
  

  • CJC-231 Constitutional Law

    The course covers the impact of the Constitution of the United States and its amendments on the criminal justice system. Topics include the structure of the Constitution and its amendments, court decisions pertinent to contemporary criminal justice issues, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify/discuss the basic structure of the United States Constitution and the rights/procedures as interpreted by the courts. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
  

  • CJC-232 Civil Liability

    This course covers liability issues for the criminal justice professional. Topics include civil rights violations, tort liability, employment issues, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain civil trial procedures and discuss contemporary liability issues. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);

Database Management Technology
  

  • DBA-112 Database Utilization

    This course introduces basic database functions and uses.  Emphasis is placed on database manipulation with queries, reports, forms, and some table creation.  Upon completion, students should be able to enter and manipulate data from the end user mode. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00

Dental
  

  • DEN-100 Basic Orofacial Anatomy

    This course provides a basic introduction to the structures of the head, neck, and oral cavity. Topics include tooth morphology, head and neck anatomy, histology, and embryology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of normal structures and development and how they relate to the practice of dental assisting. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 2.00
    Requisites:
    Take BIO 163 , DEN 101 , DEN 102 , DEN 111 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • DEN-101 Preclinical Procedures

    This course provides instruction in procedures for the clinical dental assistant as specified by the North Carolina Dental Practice Act. Emphasis is placed on orientation to the profession, infection control techniques, instruments, related expanded functions, and diagnostic, operative, and specialty procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in clinical dental assisting procedures. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 4.00 Lab Hours: 6.00
    Credit Hours: 7.00
    Requisites:
    Take DEN 100 , (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • DEN-102 Dental Materials

    This course provides instruction in identification, properties, evaluation of quality, principles, and procedures related to manipulation and storage of operative and specialty dental materials. Emphasis is placed on the understanding and safe application of materials used in the dental office and laboratory. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the laboratory and clinical application of routinely used dental materials. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 4.00
    Credit Hours: 4.00
    Requisites:
    Take DEN 100 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • DEN-103 Dental Sciences

    This course is a study of oral pathology, pharmacology, and dental office emergencies. Topics include oral pathological conditions, dental therapeutics, and management of emergency situations. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize abnormal oral conditions, identify classifications, describe actions and effects of commonly prescribed drugs, and respond to medical emergencies. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 2.00
    Requisites:
    Take DEN 100 , DEN 101 , DEN 102 , DEN 111 ; Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous).

    Take DEN 104 , DEN 112 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • DEN-104 Dental Health Education

    This course covers the study of preventive dentistry to prepare dental assisting students for the role of dental health educator. Topics include etiology of dental diseases, preventive procedures, and patient education theory and practice. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in patient counseling and oral health instruction in private practice or public health settings. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take DEN 103 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • DEN-105 Practice Management

    This course provides a study of principles and procedures related to management of the dental practice. Emphasis is placed on maintaining clinical and financial records, patient scheduling, and supply and inventory control. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate fundamental skills in dental practice management. Semester Offered: Summer
    Class Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 2.00
    Requisites:
    Take DEN 107 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • DEN-106 Clinical Practice I

    This course is designed to provide experience assisting in a clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on the application of principles and procedures of four-handed dentistry and laboratory and clinical support functions. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize classroom theory and laboratory and clinical skills in a dental setting. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 2.00 Clinical Hours: 12.00
    Credit Hours: 6.00
    Requisites:
    Take DEN 103 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • DEN-107 Clinical Practice II

    This course is designed to increase the level of proficiency in assisting in a clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on the application of principles and procedures of four-handed dentistry and laboratory and clinical support functions. Upon completion, students should be able to combine theoretical and ethical principles necessary to perform entry-level skills including functions delegable to a DA II. Semester Offered: Summer
    Class Hours: 1.00 Clinical Hours: 12.00
    Credit Hours: 5.00
    Requisites:
    Take DEN 106  (Required, Previous). | Take DEN 103 , DEN 104 , DEN 106 , DEN 112 ; Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous). | Take DEN 105 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • DEN-110 Orofacial Anatomy

    This course introduces the structures of the head, neck, and oral cavity. Topics include tooth morphology, head and neck anatomy, histology, and embryology. Upon completion, students should be able to relate the identification of normal structures and development to the practice of dental assisting and dental hygiene.
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take DEN 101  ; (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • DEN-111 Infection/Hazard Control

    This course introduces the infection and hazard control procedures necessary for the safe practice of dentistry. Topics include microbiology, practical infection control, sterilization and monitoring, chemical disinfectants, aseptic technique, infectious diseases, OSHA standards, and applicable North Carolina laws. Upon completion, students should be able to understand infectious diseases, disease transmission, infection control procedures, biohazard management, OSHA standards, and applicable North Carolina laws. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 2.00
    Requisites:
    Take DEN 100 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • DEN-112 Dental Radiography

    This course provides a comprehensive view of the principles and procedures of radiology as they apply to dentistry. Topics include techniques in exposing, processing, and evaluating radiographs, as well as radiation safety, quality assurance, and legal issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the production of diagnostically acceptable radiographs using appropriate safety precautions Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take DEN 103 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent).

Digital Media Technology
  

  • DME-110 Introduction to Digital Media

    This course introduces students to key concepts, technologies, and issues related to digital media. Topics include emerging standards, key technologies and related design issues, terminology, media formats, career paths, and ethical issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the various media formats that are used in digital media technology. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • DME-115 Graphic Design Tools

    This course provides students with an introduction to creative expression and art/design techniques in a digital environment. Emphasis is placed on designing, creating, editing and integrating visual components consisting of bit-mapped and vector-based images, drawings, banners, text, simple animations, and multiple layers. Upon completion, students should be able to design and produce a range of visual products using digital processing techniques. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • DME-120 Introduction to Multimedia Applications

    This course introduces storyboarding and multimedia application design. Topics include vector and bit-mapped graphics, interactive multimedia interfaces, layering techniques, image and animation libraries, and scripting. Upon completion, students should be able to produce basic high-quality interactive multimedia applications. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take DME 110 ; (Required, Previous).
  

  • DME-130 Digital Animation I

    This course introduces concepts for planning and developing animation sequences. Emphasis will be placed on review of digital animation concepts and exploration of various animation software packages. Upon completion, students should be able to produce simple animations. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take DME 110  DME 115  (Required, Previous).
  

  • DME-140 Introduction to Audio/Video Media

    This course is designed to teach students how to manipulate digital and audio content for multimedia applications. Topics include format conversion and a review of current technologies and digital formats. Upon completion, students should be able to modify existing audio and video content to meet a range of production requirements associated with digital media applications. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • DME-215 Advanced Graphic Design Tools

    This course provides students with advanced design techniques in a digital environment. Emphasis is placed on understanding principles of design and typography, and applying them effectively in projects. Upon completion, students should be able to design and produce a range of visual products using advanced digital design techniques and principles. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take DME 115  GRD 110  , (Required, Previous)
  

  • DME-230 Digital Animation II

    This course introduces state-of-the-art 3D animation techniques and concepts. Emphasis is placed on utilizing the features of current animation software. Upon completion, students should be able to produce 3D animations as components of a multimedia application.
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take DME 130 ; (Required, Previous); Take DME 140 , (Required, Previous)
  

  • DME-270 Prof Pract Digital Media

    This course introduces students to business skills needed to succeed in the digital media workplace. Topics include portfolio development, resume design, and preparation of media contacts. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare themselves and their work for a career in the digital media workplace.
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take DME 120  and DME 130  
  

  • DME-285 Systems Project

    This course provides an opportunity to complete a significant digital media project from the design phase through implementation with minimal instructor support. Emphasis is placed on project definition, testing, presentation, and implementation. Upon completion, students should be able to complete, maintain and implement a digital media project. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take All: DME 115 , DME 120 , DME 130 , DME 215 , GRD 168 , and DME 140 , (Required, Previous)

Drafting
  

  • DFT-121 Introduction to GD&T

    This course introduces basic geometric dimensioning and tolerancing principles. Topics include symbols, annotation, theory, and applications. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret and apply basic geometric dimensioning and tolerancing principles to drawings. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 1.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 2.00
    Requisites:
    BPR 111  (Required, Previous).
  

  • DFT-151 CAD I

    This course introduces CAD software as a drawing tool. Topics include drawing, editing, file management, and plotting. Upon completion, students should be able to produce and plot a CAD drawing. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take BPR 111  or WLD 141  or  ELC 128  (Required, Previous or concurrent).
  

  • DFT-154 Intro Solid Modeling

    This course is an introduction to basic three-dimensional solid modeling and design software. Topics include basic design, creation, editing, rendering and analysis of solid models, and creation of multiview drawings. Upon completion, students should be able to use design techniques to create, edit, render and generate a multiview drawing. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take BPR 111  or ELC 128  (Required, Previous).

Early Childhood Education
  

  • EDU-119 Introduction to Early Childhood Education

    This course introduces the foundations of early childhood education, the diverse educational settings for young children, professionalism and planning intentional developmentally appropriate experiences for each child. Topics include theoretical foundations, national early learning standards, NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development, state regulations, program types, career options, professionalism, ethical conduct, quality inclusive environments, and curriculum responsive to the needs of each child/family. Upon completion, students should be able to design a career/professional development plan, appropriate environments, schedules, and activity plans. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
    Class Hours: 4.00
    Credit Hours: 4.00
  

  • EDU-131 Child, Family, and Community (CAA)

    This course covers the development of partnerships among culturally, linguistically and ability diverse families, children, schools and communities through the use of evidence-based strategies. Emphasis is placed on developing skills and identifying benefits for establishing and supporting respectful relationships between diverse families, programs/schools, and community agencies/resources reflective of the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and the Code of Ethics for North Carolina Educators. Upon completion, students should be able to identify appropriate relationship building strategies between diverse families, children birth through adolescence, schools, and communities and demonstrate a variety of communication skills including appropriate use of technology to support every child. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • EDU-144 Child Development I (CAA)

    This course includes the theories of child development, observation and assessment, milestones, and factors that influence development, from conception through approximately 36 months. Emphasis is placed on knowledge, observation and assessment of developmental sequences in approaches to play/learning, emotional/social, health/physical, language/communication and cognitive domains. Upon completion, students should be able to compare/contrast typical/atypical developmental characteristics, explain biological and environmental factors that impact development, and identify evidence-based strategies for enhancing development for children that are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • EDU-145 Child Development II (CAA)

    This course includes the theories of child development, observation and assessment, milestones, and factors that influence development, from preschool through middle childhood. Emphasis is placed on knowledge, observation and assessment of developmental sequences in approaches to play/learning, emotional/social, health/physical, language/communication and cognitive domains. Upon completion, students should be able to compare/contrast typical/atypical developmental characteristics, explain biological and environmental factors that impact development, and identify evidence-based strategies for enhancing development for children that are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • EDU-146 Child Guidance

    This course introduces evidence-based strategies to build nurturing relationships with each child by applying principles and practical techniques to facilitate developmentally appropriate guidance. Topics include designing responsive/supportive learning environments, cultural, linguistic and socio-economic influences on behavior, appropriate expectations, the importance of communication with children/families including using technology and the use of formative assessments in establishing intentional strategies for children with unique needs. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate direct/indirect strategies to encourage social skills, self-regulation, emotional expression and positive behaviors while recognizing the relationship between children’s social, emotional and cognitive development. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    • Take EDU 145 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent)
  

  • EDU-151 Creative Activities

    This course introduces developmentally supportive creative learning environments with attention to divergent thinking, creative problem-solving, evidence-based teaching practices, and open-ended learning materials while applying NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Emphasis is placed on observation of process driven learning experiences in art, music, creative movement, dance, and dramatics for every young child age birth through eight, integrated through all domains and academic content. Upon completion, students should be able to examine, create, and adapt developmentally creative learning materials, experiences, and environments for children that are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • EDU-153 Health, Safety and Nutrition

    This course covers promoting and maintaining the health and well-being of every child. Topics include health and nutritional guidelines, common childhood illnesses, maintaining safe and healthy learning environments, health benefits of active play, recognition and reporting of abuse/neglect, and state regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to apply knowledge of NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development for health, safety, nutritional needs and safe learning environments. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • EDU-157 Active Play

    This course introduces physical activities to promote the development of the whole child, birth through middle childhood. Topics include active play, outdoor learning, design of the environment, development of play skills, loose parts play, nature play, risk benefit assessment, advocacy, and family/community connection. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the stages of play, the role of teachers in play, active play environments, advocate for the child’s right to play, and plan and assess appropriate experiences using NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • EDU-184 Early Childhood Introductory Practicum

    This course introduces students to early childhood settings and applying skills in a three star (minimum) or NAEYC accredited or equivalent, quality early childhood environment. Emphasis is placed on observing children and assisting in the implementation of developmentally appropriate activities/environments for all children; and modeling reflective/professional practices. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate developmentally appropriate interactions with children and ethical/professional behaviors as indicated by assignments and onsite faculty visits. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 1.00 Lab Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 2.00
    Requisites:
  

  • EDU-187 Teaching and Learning for All

    This course introduces students to knowledge, concepts, and best practices needed to provide developmentally appropriate, effective, inclusive, and culturally responsive educational experiences in the classroom.

    Topics include growth and development, learning theory, student motivation, teaching diverse learners, classroom management, inclusive environments, student-centered practices, instructional strategies, teaching methodologies, observation/assessment techniques, educational planning, reflective practice, collaboration, cultural competence, ethics, professionalism, and leadership.

    Upon completion, students should be able to identify the knowledge, skills, roles, and responsibilities of an effective educator as defined by state and national professional teaching standards.
    Class Hours: 3.00 Lab Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 4.00
  

  • EDU-216 Foundations of Education (CAA)

    This course introduces the examination of the American educational systems and the teaching profession. Topics include the historical and philosophical influences on education, various perspectives on educational issues, and experiences in birth through grade 12 classrooms. Upon completion, students should be able to reflect on classroom observations, analyze the different educational approaches, including classical/traditional and progressive, and have knowledge of the various roles of educational systems at the federal, state and local level. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • EDU-221 Children With Exceptionalities (CAA)

    This course covers atypical patterns of child development, inclusive/diverse settings, evidenced-based educational/family plans, differentiated instruction, adaptive materials, and assistive technology. Emphasis is placed on the characteristics of exceptionalities and delays, early intervention/special education, transitions, observation, developmental screening, formative assessment of children, and collaborating with families and community partners. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize diverse abilities, describe the referral process, identify community resources, explain the importance of collaboration with families/professionals, and develop appropriate strategies/adaptations to support children in all environments with best practices as defined by laws, policies and the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    • Take one set: Set 1: EDU 144 , EDU 145  Set 2: PSY-244 PSY-245 (Required, Previous)
  

  • EDU-222 Learners W/ Behavior Disorders

    This course provides a comprehensive study of learners with behavioral disorders encompassing characteristics, assessments, placement alternatives, inclusive environments and family interventions. Topics include etiology of behavior disorders, appropriate intervention strategies, early intervention/special education referral processes, family and community partnerships, inclusive environments, and legislative mandates. Upon completion, students should be able to identify characteristics of behavior for which additional supports are needed, describe the referral processes, identify community resources, and the importance of collaboration with families/professionals, and recognize appropriate intervention strategies in inclusive environments. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    • Take one set: Set 1: EDU 144  and EDU 145  Set 2: PSY-244 and PSY-245 (Required, Previous)
  

  • EDU-234 Infants, Toddlers, and Twos

    This course covers the development of high-quality, individualized, responsive/engaging relationships and experiences for infants, toddlers, and twos. Emphasis is placed on typical and atypical child development, working with diverse families to provide positive, supportive, and engaging early learning activities and interactions through field experiences and the application of the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate responsive curriculum planning, respectful relationships and exposure to a variety of developmentally appropriate experiences/materials that support a foundation for healthy development and growth of culturally, linguistically and ability diverse children birth to 36 months. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    • Take EDU 119 ; (Required, Previous)
    • Take EDU 144 ; (Required, Previous)
  

  • EDU-235 School-Age Development and Programs

    This course includes developmentally appropriate practices in group settings for school-age children. Emphasis is placed on principles of development, environmental planning, and positive guidance techniques and program development. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss developmental principles for culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse children ages five to twelve and plan and implement developmentally appropriate programs and activities. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • EDU-248 Developmental Delays

    This course covers the causes and assessment of developmental delays and individualized instruction and curriculum for children with developmental delays. Emphasis is placed on definition, characteristics, assessment, educational strategies, inclusion, family involvement, and services for children with developmental delays. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, assess, and plan educational intervention strategies for children with developmental delays and their families.
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    • Take one set: Set 1: EDU 144  and EDU 145  Set 2: PSY-244 and PSY-245 (Required, Previous)
  

  • EDU-250 Teacher Licensure Preparation

    This course provides information and strategies necessary for transfer to a teacher licensure program at a senior institution. Topics include entry level teacher licensure exam preparation, performance based assessment systems, requirements for entry into teacher education programs, the process to become a licensed teacher in North Carolina, and professionalism including expectations within the field of education. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize educational terminology and demonstrate knowledge of teacher licensure processes including exam preparation, technology based portfolio assessment, and secondary admissions processes to the school of education at a senior institution. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take One Set: Set 1: ENG 111  and MAT 143 ,  Set 2: ENG 111  and MAT 152 , Set 3: ENG 111  and MAT 171  

     
  

  • EDU-251 Exploration Activities

    This course covers fundamental concepts in the content areas of science, technology, engineering, math and social studies through investigative experiences. Emphasis is placed on exploring fundamental concepts, developmentally appropriate scope and sequence, and teaching strategies to engage each child in the discovery approach. Upon completion, students should be able to understand major concepts in each content area and implement appropriate experiences for young children. Semester Offered: Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
  

  • EDU-259 Curriculum Planning

    This course is designed to focus on using content knowledge to build developmentally effective approaches for culturally/linguistically/ability diverse young children. Topics include components of curriculum, a variety of curriculum models, authentic observation and assessment, and planning developmentally appropriate experiences aligned with the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Upon completion, students should be able to understand, evaluate, and use curriculum to plan for individual/group needs. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
  

  • EDU-261 Early Childhood Administration I

    This course introduces principles and practices essential to preparing and supporting child care administrators. Topics include program philosophy, policies and procedures, NC Child Care Law and Rules, business planning, personnel and fiscal management, and NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administration. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate a developmentally appropriate program philosophy, locate current state licensing regulations, analyze a business plan and examine comprehensive program policies and procedures. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    Take EDU 119 ; (Required, Previous)
  

  • EDU-262 Early Childhood Administration II

    This course focuses on advocacy/leadership, public relations/community outreach and program quality/evaluation for diverse early childhood programs. Topics include program evaluation/accreditation, involvement in early childhood professional organizations, leadership/mentoring, family, volunteer and community involvement and early childhood advocacy. Upon completion, students should be able to define and evaluate all components of early childhood programs, develop strategies for advocacy and integrate community into programs. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
    • Take EDU 119 , and EDU 261 ; Minimum Grade C; (Required, Previous)
  

  • EDU-279 Literacy Development and Instr

    This course is designed to provide students with concepts and skills of literacy development, instructional methods/materials and assessment techniques needed to provide scientifically-based, systematic reading and writing instruction into educational practice. Topics include literacy concepts, reading and writing development, developmentally appropriate pedagogy, culturally-responsive instruction, standards-based outcomes, lesson planning, formative/summative assessment, recognizing reading difficulties, research-based interventions, authentic learning experiences, classroom implementation, and reflective practice. Upon completion, students should be able to plan, implement, assess, evaluate, and demonstrate developmentally appropriate literacy instruction aligned to the NC Standard Course of Study and other state and national standards.
    Class Hours: 3.00 Lab Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 4.00
  

  • EDU-280 Language and Literacy Experiences

    This course provides evidence-based strategies for enhancing language and literacy experiences that align with NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Topics include developmental sequences for children’s emergent receptive and expressive language, print concepts, appropriate observations/assessments, literacy enriched environments, quality selection of diverse literature, interactive media, and inclusive practices. Upon completion, students should be able to select, plan, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate language and literacy experiences for children who are culturally, linguistically and ability diverse. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
  

  • EDU-282 Early Childhood Literature

    This course covers the history, selection, and integration of literature and language in the early childhood curriculum. Topics include the history and selection of developmentally appropriate children’s literature and the use of books and other media to enhance language and literacy in the classroom. Upon completion, students should be able to select appropriate books for storytelling, reading aloud, puppetry, flannel board use, and other techniques for children who are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse.
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • EDU-284 Early Childhood Capstone Practicum

    This course is designed to allow students to demonstrate acquired skills in a three star (minimum) or NAEYC accredited or equivalent, quality early childhood environment. Emphasis is placed on designing, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate activities and environments for all children; supporting/engaging families; and modeling reflective and professional practices based on national and state guidelines. Upon completion, students should be able to apply NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development to demonstrate developmentally appropriate plans/assessments, appropriate guidance techniques and ethical/professional behaviors, including the use of appropriate technology, as indicated by assignments and onsite faculty assessments. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
    Class Hours: 1.00 Lab Hours: 9.00
    Credit Hours: 4.00
    Requisites:
    • Take One Set: Set 1: EDU 119 , EDU 144 , EDU 145 , EDU 146 , and EDU 151 ; Set 2: EDU-119, PSY-244, PSY-245, EDU-146, and EDU-151 Set 3: EDU-119, EDU-144, PSY-245, EDU-146, and EDU-151 Set 4: EDU-119, PSY-244, EDU-145, EDU-146, and EDU-151 (Required, Previous)

Economics
  

  • ECO-251 Principles of Microeconomics (CAA)

    This course introduces economic analysis of individual, business, and industry in the market economy. Topics include the price mechanism, supply and demand, optimizing economic behavior, costs and revenue, market structures, factor markets, income distribution, market failure, and government intervention. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and evaluate consumer and business alternatives in order to efficiently achieve economic objectives. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:
  

  • ECO-252 Principles of Macroeconomics (CAA)

    This course introduces economic analysis of aggregate employment, income, and prices. Topics include major schools of economic thought; aggregate supply and demand; economic measures, fluctuations, and growth; money and banking; stabilization techniques; and international trade. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate national economic components, conditions, and alternatives for achieving socioeconomic goals. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
    Class Hours: 3.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
    Requisites:

Electricity
  

  • ELC-111 Introduction to Electricity

    This course introduces the fundamental concepts of electricity and test equipment to non-electrical/electronics majors. Topics include basic DC and AC principles (voltage, resistance, current, impedance); components (resistors, inductors, and capacitors); power; and operation of test equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to construct and analyze simple DC and AC circuits using electrical test equipment. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
    Credit Hours: 3.00
  

  • ELC-115 Industrial Wiring

    This course covers layout, planning, and installation of wiring systems in industrial facilities. Emphasis is placed on industrial wiring methods and materials. Upon completion, students should be able to install industrial systems and equipment. Semester Offered: Fall
    Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 6.00
    Credit Hours: 4.00
 

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