2007-2008 Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    Sep 27, 2024  
2007-2008 Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Computer and Information Sciences

  
  
  
  
  • CPET 2540 - Windows Directory Services


    Windows Directory Services is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to install and configure Active Directory; manage, monitor and troubleshoot DNS for Active Directory; manage change and configuration management and analyze a company’s business and technical requirements to design and implement Active Directory services. Upon successfully completing this course, the student will be academically prepared for the Administering a Microsoft Windows Directory Services Infrastructure and Designing a Microsoft Windows Directory Services Infrastructure certification exams.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: CPET 2610 or CPET 2620. 
    3 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 2 Lab Hours (S)

    Credits: 3


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  • CSCI 1550 - Network Systems and Infrastructures


    Network Systems and Infrastructures is an introduction to networking fundamentals, concepts and technologies used for Internet and distributed systems. This course examines network architectures, protocols, LANs, WANs, TCP/IP, Internet Addressing Internetworking servers, server-side scripting, database connectivity and enterprise network security. This course prepares the student for the networking section of the CIW Foundations or I-Net+ certification examination.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: CSCI 1100, DSPM 0800 4 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours, 2 Lab Hours (S)

    Credits: 4


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  • CSCI 2030 - SQL Fundamentals


    SQL Fundamentals is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to create and maintain relational databases using SQL. Students will learn to design, create and modify a relational database using current relational database management systems. Students will also learn to write SQL scripts for database updates and queries. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be prepared to write SQL scripts, procedures, and triggers to access and update databases in a LAN/WAN environment.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: CSCI 1100 and DSPM 0850.
    3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours (F)

    Credits: 3


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  • CSCI 2200 - E-Commerce Concepts


    E-Commerce Concepts is an introduction to the fundamental concepts associated with developing an online business by constructing an electronic commerce web site. Students will explore the key e-commerce frameworks (business-to-business and business-to-consumer) and will examine information transfer interchanges such as EDI, OBI and OTP. This course prepares for the implementation of a Web storefront that will be the key project in the E-Commerce Implementation Strategies course. Along with CSCI 2250, this course academically prepares the student for the CIW E-Commerce Designer examination.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: CSCI 1150 and CSCI 1550. 3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours (F)

    Credits: 3


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Cooperative Education

  
  • COOP 1110 - Cooperative Education


    Cooperative Education is designed to enable students to gain actual work experience in a chosen field and to receive both academic credit and monetary compensation while doing so. The primary objective is to prepare the student for immediate employment upon graduation. Prior to registering for the course, the student must contact the Director of Student Services and their co-op advisor to receive an identified assignment with an appropriate employer. A maximum of 8 credit hours may be earned toward degree requirements (maximums for individual majors may vary), and this course may be repeated more than once. Credit distribution is as follows: 1 credit/10 hours of work/week/semester 2 credits/20 hours of work/week/semester 3 credits/30 hours of work/week/semester 4 credits/40 hours of work/week/semester

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: Students must schedule a meeting with the Director of Student Services and a co-op advisor. Students must also complete 12 credit hours in their major field and carry a 2.80 overall GPA with a 3.00 GPA in the major. Note: Limited, specific co-op opportunities are available to UNPA majors; conditions are established by the Assistant Vice-President for Academic Affairs. 1-4 Credit Hours (Variable)

    Credits: 1 to 4


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Criminal Justice and Criminology

  
  
  
  
  
  • CJCR 1600 - Forensic Science


    Forensic Science is the study of the application of science to law. This course applies the knowledge and technology of  science to criminal and civil laws. Course topics include: history and development of forensic science; processing the crime scene; common types of physical evidence; organic and inorganic analysis; the microscope; drugs; toxicology; the chemistry of fire; serology; DNA; fingerprints, and other forensic-related topics.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: DSPR 0800/0870, DSPW 0800, DSPM 0800, or appropriate entrance scores. 4 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours, 3 Lab Hours (Variable) Same as CHEM 1130.

    Credits: 4


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  • CJCR 2050 - Crime Mapping Practicum


    Crime Mapping Practicum will focus the student on developing a coherent framework for using the vast quantities of data made available by government and other sources. The student will explore multiple views of a single issue or set of information by looking for new possibilities. Learning outcomes include gaining and enhancing the ability to match data and task appropriately and to identify appropriate types and source of information needed to solve a problem. Students must possess computer literacy to successfully pass this course.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: CJCR 1500 or CJCR 2010, DSPR 0800/0870, DSPW 0800, or appropriate entrance scores. 3 credit hours - 3 lecture hours (Variable)

    Credits: 3


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  • CJCR 2800 - Computer Forensics


    Computer Forensics introduces the student to the background, history, and terminology of computer crime. Students study the evolution of the Internet crime, criminal behavior and computer crime effects on law enforcement, such as technological change and resource allocation. The student is given the terminology and procedures for conducting forensic analysis and processing computer evidence. Students must possess computer literacy to successfully pas this course.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DSPR 0800/0870, DSPW 0800, or appropriate entrance scores. 3 credit hours - 3 lecture hours  (Variable)

    Credits: 3


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Dental Assistant

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Developmental Studies Program

  
  
  • DSPM 0800 - Foundations of Mathematics II


    Foundations of Mathematics II is an introductory course in algebra. Topics include: operations with real numbers; solving and graphing linear equations and inequalities; an introduction to functions; and solving systems of equations and inequalities. Applications of all these concepts will be emphasized.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Placement in this course is via testing or successful completion of DSPM 0700. 3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours, 1 Lab Hour. Students may select instruction in a computerized, self-paced classroom (I CAN Learn) or in a traditional classroom. (F, S, U)

    Credits: 3


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  • DSPM 0850 - Foundations of Mathematics III


    Foundations of Mathematics III is a continuation of algebra topics for students who have completed DSPM 0800 or who have at least one year of high school algebra. Topics include: exponents; operations with polynomials (including factoring); solving and graphing quadratic equations; rational expressions and equations; and radical expressions and equations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Placement in this course is via testing or successful completion of DSPM 0800. 3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours, 1.5 Lab Hours. Students may select instruction in a computerized, self-paced classroom (I CAN Learn) or in a traditional classroom. (F, S, U)

    Credits: 3


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Drafting Design and Technology

  
  • DRAF 1210 - Computer-Aided Drafting I


    Computer-Aided Drafting I introduces computer-aided drafting (CAD) and examines the hardware that makes up a CAD workstation.  It also covers the operating system that enables the equipment to function as a unit.  The course shows how to use the CAD system to set up drawings and construct lines, circles, arcs, other shapes, geometric constructions, and text entities.  The student will use display and editing techniques as well as obtain information about their drawing files.  This course also introduces recommended national and international drafting standards for students to use for properly preparing drawings with CAD.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Co-requisite or prerequisite: ENGR 1110 or instructor’s permission. 4 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 4 Lab Hours (F, S, U)

    Credits: 4


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  • DRAF 1220 - Computer-Aided Drafting II


    Computer-Aided Drafting II examines dimensioning, blocks and attributes, section views, external references, multiview layouts, command aliases, scripts, and object linking and embedding.  Students will learn how to use CAD to dimension drawings, create section lines and graphic patterns, design symbols and attributes for multiple use, and create sheet sets.  Student drawings will be properly plotted or printed.  This course also covers recommended drafting standards and practices for students to use for properly preparing drawings with CAD.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: DRAF 1210 3 Credit Hours - 1 Lecture Hour, 4 Lab Hours (F, S, U)

    Credits: 3


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  • DRAF 1230 - Computer-Aided Drafting III


    Computer-Aided Drafting III covers the three-dimensional construction and viewing capabilities of CAD.  Topics covered include a review of point coordinate entry and the user coordinate system (UCS).  Spherical and cylindrical coordinate entry,  3D viewing and display techniques, construction of 3D solid primitives, 2D regions, solid modeling composites, and surfaces are also introduced.  The use of multiple viewpoints for 3D construction and creating 2D layouts are covered.  A study of shading and realistic rendering is also covered.

    Prerequisites & Notes
     DRAF 1220  -  3 Credit Hours - 1 Lecture Hour, 4 Lab Hours (F, S)

    Credits: 3


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  • DRAF 2110 - Architectural/Construction Drafting and Design


    Architectural/Construction Drafting and Design familiarizes students with common construction and design methods used in single and multi-family dwellings and commercial buildings, architectural details, specifications, production of residential and commercial working drawings with design sketching and CAD software, intepretation and use of local building and zoning codes, and perform applicable research.  Practical, real-work approach to assignments and problem solving will be emphasized.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites:  DRAF 1220. 4 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 4 Lab Hours (F)

    Credits: 4


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  • DRAF 2210 - Pipe Drafting and Design


    Pipe Drafting and Design is designed to provide the students with the basic knowledge needed to create process piping drawings.  The student is exposed to the fundamental concepts and techniques used within the industry.  The components of piping systems are covered and the student will put the components together to create various types of piping drawings used in the industry.  The course is designed to teach the student to read, comprehend, and create piping drawings, working both individually and as a design team.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites:  DRAF 1220. 4 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 4 Lab Hours (F)

    Credits: 4


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Early Childhood Education

  
  • ECED 1010 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education


    Introduction to Early Childhood Education is an introduction to the early childhood profession, including an emphasis on professionalism and developmentally appropriate practices. The course also includes an overview of the history of early childhood educational theoretical program models; different types of early childhood programs; community resources; professional organizations; and contemporary trends and issues in programs for children ages birth through nine.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Field experience is required. 2 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours (F, S)

    Credits: 2


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  • ECED 2060 - Development of Exceptional Children


    Development of Exceptional Children explores practices that early childhood professionals can apply to develop a more inclusive and accessible environment for all young children. It provides students with skills to include children of all abilities through appropriate arrangement of the environment. The course also includes strategies for developing strong relationships with families and with other community agencies. Field experience is required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: ECED 2020, ECED 2040 and DSPR 0800/0870 and DSPW 0800 or appropriate entrance scores. 3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours (Variable)

    Credits: 3


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