May 17, 2024  
2019-2020 Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Master Course List


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✽ - Applies to CMC AA/AS degree

◆ - Colorado State Guaranteed Transfer Course

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NOTE: Not all courses are offered at every campus each term. Not all programs/courses are available at every campus and may require travel to another campus or access via distance learning (IVS, hybrid, or online).

 

Mathematics MAT

  
  •    MAT 093 - Algebra Lab

    1.0 Credits
    Co-requisites MAT 121  
    Prerequisites: Accuplacer scores EA 80-84; or Next Generation Accuplacer Advanced Algebra and Functions (AAF) scores 235-244.
    Supports skill development for students registered in MAT 121  or MAT-123. Topics covered in this course include those defined in MAT-121/123 and/or any prerequisite skills needed by the student. For students with Next Generation Accuplacer AAF scores 235-244 or Accuplacer EA scores 80-84, who are advised into MAT-121/123 are required to co-enroll in this course.
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  
  •    MAT 101 - Enhanced Mathematics Support

    1.0 Credits
    Supplements math classroom instruction through the Mathematics Support Center, a student-centered learning environment. Students will be able to utilize the following resources: professional and peer tutoring, mathematics and tutorial software, online tutorial resources, videotapes, and training guides for these resources. Students will also be able to obtain help with calculators and mathematical software required in their courses.
    LEC 15 Contact hours
  
  •    MAT 103 - Math for Clinical Calculations

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Accuplacer Elementary Algebra (EA) score 60 or higher; or Next Generation Accuplacer Arithmetic (AR) scores 265-300; or equivalent ACT/SAT scores; or passed MAT 050 , MAT 055 , or MAT 090 with a C- or better.
    Next Generation Accuplacer AR scores 255-264 require co-enrollment with MAT-091.
    Covers the mathematical calculations needed for enteral and parenteral medication administration. It is designed for students in the health disciplines. Topics include measurements, conversion between various systems of measurements, and methods of solving problems related to drug dosage and medication administration.
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  
  •    MAT 107 - Career Math

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Accuplacer Elementary Algebra (EA) score of 60 or higher; or Next Generation Accuplacer Arithmetic (AR) scores 265-300; or equivalent ACT/SAT scores; or passed MAT 050 , MAT 055 , or MAT-090 with a C- or better.
    Covers material designed for career and technical students who need to study particular mathematical topics. Topics include measurement, algebra, geometry, statistics, and graphs. These are presented at an introductory level and the emphasis is on applications.
    Prev. Course Codes: MAT-105, MAT-031, MAT-111
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  
  •    MAT 108 - Technical Mathematics

    4.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Accuplacer Elementary Algebra (EA) score of 61 or higher; or Next Generation Accuplacer Arithmetic (AR) scores 265-300; or equivalent ACT/SAT scores; or passed MAT 050 , MAT 055  or MAT-090 with a C- or better.
    Covers mathematical material designed for career and technical students. Topics include measurement, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and vectors. These are presented at an introductory level and the emphasis is on applications.
    Prev. Course Codes: MAT-105, MAT-031, MAT-111
    LEC 60 Contact hours
  
  • ◆ MAT 120 - Mathematics for the Liberal Arts (GT-MA1)

    4.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Accuplacer Elementary Algebra (EA) score of 61 or higher; or Next Generation Accuplacer Quantitative Algebra and Statistics (QAS) scores 240-300; or passed MAT 050 , MAT 055 , or MAT-099 with a C- or better.
    Highlights connections between mathematics and the society in which we live and is intended for liberal arts majors. Topics include set theory and logic, mathematical modeling, probability and statistical methods, and consumer mathematics. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category.
    LEC 60 Contact hours
  
  • ◆ MAT 121 - College Algebra (GT-MA1)

    4.0 Credits


    Prerequisites: Accuplacer Elementary Algebra (EA) score of 85 or higher; or Next Generation Accuplacer Advanced Algebra and Functions (AAF) scores 245+; or equivalent ACT/SAT scores; or passed MAT 055  or MAT-099 with a C- or better.
    Focuses on a variety of functions and the exploration of their graphs. Topics include: equations and inequalities, operations on functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, linear and non-linear systems, and an introduction to conic sections. This course provides essential skills for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) pathways.

    This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: MAT-161
    LEC 60 Contact hours

  
  • ◆ MAT 122 - College Trigonometry (GT-MA1)

    3.0 Credits


    Prerequisites: MAT 121  with a grade of C- or higher; or Accuplacer  Elementary Algebra (EA) score 108+, or Accuplacer College-level Math score 63+; or Next Generation Accuplacer Advanced Algebra and Functions (AAF) scores 280-300.
    Explores trigonometric functions, their graphs, inverse functions and identities. Topics include: trigonometric equations, solutions of triangles, trigonometric form of complex numbers, and polar coordinates. This course provides essential skills for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) pathways.

    This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: MAT-162
    LEC 45 Contact hours

  
  • ◆ MAT 125 - Survey of Calculus (GT-MA1)

    4.0 Credits


    Prerequisites: MAT 121  with a grade of C- or higher; or Accuplacer Elementary Algebra (EA) scores 108+ and College-level Math scores 63+; or Next Generation Accuplacer Advanced Algebra and Functions (AAF) scores 280-300.
    Includes derivatives, integrals, and their applications, with attention restricted to algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions for business, life science and/or social science majors. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category.

     

     
    LEC 60 Contact hours

  
  • ◆ MAT 135 - Introduction to Statistics (GT-MA1)

    3.0 Credits


    Prerequisites: Accuplacer Elementary Algebra (EA) score of 61 or higher; or Next Generation Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra, and Statistics (QAS) scores 240-300; or equivalent ACT/SAT scores; or passed MAT-050, MAT-055, or MAT-099 with a C- or better; and Accuplacer Sentence Skills (SS) score of 95 or higher and Reading Comprehension (RC) score of 80 or higher; or Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT/SAT scores; or passed CCR 092 , CCR 093 , CCR 094 , or ENG-090 with a grade of C- or better.
    Introduces descriptive and inferential statistics, with an emphasis on critical thinking and statistical literacy. Topics include methods of data collection, presentation and summarization, introduction to probability concepts and distributions, and statistical inference of one and two populations. This course uses real world data to illustrate applications of a practical nature.

    This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: MAT-164
    LEC 45 Contact hours

  
  • ✽ MAT 155 - Integrated Math I

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Accuplacer Elementary Algebra (EA) score of 61 or higher; or Next Generation Accuplacer Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra and Statistics (QAS) scores 240-300; or equivalent ACT/SAT scores; or passed MAT 050 , MAT 055 , or MAT-099 with a C- or better. Also requires college-level composition and reading placement. 
    Engages students in the concepts of school mathematics, including the recognition of numerical and geometric patterns and their application to a variety of mathematical situations; mathematical problem-solving, reasoning, critical thinking, and communication; algebraic thinking, representation, analysis, manipulation, generalizations and extensions.
    Prev. Course Codes: MAT-120
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  
  • ✽ MAT 156 - Integrated Math II

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MAT 155  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Furthers MAT 155  concepts and will include fundamentals of probability, statistics, and Euclidean geometry. Mathematical problem-solving, reasoning, critical thinking and communication will continue to be an integral part of this sequence.
    Prev. Course Codes: MAT-220
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  
  • ◆ MAT 166 - Pre-Calculus (GT-MA1)

    5.0 Credits


    Prerequisites: MAT 121  with a grade of C- or higher; or Accuplacer Elementary Algebra (EA) scores 108+ and College-level Math scores 63+; or Next Generation Accuplacer Advanced Algebra and Functions (AAF) scores 280-300.
    Extends algebraic concepts and explores the subject of trigonometry. Topics include: polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions, trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions and their graphs, trigonometric identities, and applications. This course provides essential skills for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) pathways.

    This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category.
    LEC 75 Contact hours

  
  •    MAT 175 - Special Topics

    1.0 - 3.0 Credits
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in-depth exploration of special topics of interest.
    LEC 15 Contact hours per credit
  
  • ◆ MAT 201 - Calculus I (GT-MA1)

    5.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MAT 122  or MAT 166  with a grade of C- or higher; or appropriate placement test scores.
    Introduces single variable calculus and analytic geometry. Includes limits, continuity, derivatives, and applications of derivatives, as well as indefinite and definite integrals and some applications. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: MAT-171
    LEC 75 Contact hours
  
  • ◆ MAT 202 - Calculus II (GT-MA1)

    5.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MAT 201  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Continuation of single variable calculus that will include techniques of integration, polar coordinates, analytic geometry, improper integrals, and infinite series. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: MAT-172
    LEC 75 Contact hours
  
  • ◆ MAT 203 - Calculus III (GT-MA1)

    4.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MAT 202  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Focuses the traditional subject matter of multi-variable Calculus. Topics include vectors, vector-valued functions, partial derivatives, analytic geometry, multiple integrals, line integrals and applications. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category.
    LEC 60 Contact hours
  
  • ◆ MAT 265 - Differential Equations (GT-MA1)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MAT 202  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Explores techniques of problem solving and applications. Topics include first, second, and higher order differential equations, series methods, approximations, systems of differential equations, and Laplace transforms. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category.
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  
  • ✽ MAT 266 - Differential Equations With Linear Algebra

    4.0 Credits
    Co-requisites MAT 203  
    Prerequisites: MAT 202  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Explores ordinary differential equations with an introduction to select topics in linear algebra. Course covers first and second order differential equations, series solutions, Laplace transforms, linear algebra, eigenvalues, first order systems of equations, and numerical techniques for solving differential equations.
    LEC 60 Contact hours
  
  •    MAT 933 - Assessment Prep and Skill Refresher

    0 Credits
    This course is for students who have an Accuplacer EA score of less than or equal to 29 and an AR score of less than or equal to 39.  Additionally, students with any developmental placement score can chose this non-credit option for preparation and re-test into the appropriate class.
    Prev. Course Codes: MAT-911
    LEC

Medical Assisting Professional- MAP

  
  •    MAP 110 - Medical Office Administration

    4.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Requires college-level composition and reading placement.
    Introduces the administrative duties specifically used in medical offices.
    Prev. Course Codes: MOT-110
    LEC 60 Clock hours
  
  •    MAP 120 - Medical Office Financial Management

    4.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Requires college-level composition and reading placement.
    Covers the practical uses of accounts and records with emphasis on accounting principles and analysis for use in a medial office. Introduces outpatient coding with an ultimate goal to present a clear picture of medical procedures and services performed (CPT codes), correlating the diagnosis, symptom, complaint or condition (ICD codes), thus establishing the medical necessity required for third-party reimbursement.
    Prev. Course Codes: MOT-120, MOT-130
    LEC 60 Contact hours
  
  •    MAP 138 - Medical Assisting Laboratory

    4.0 Credits
    Prerequisites:  , HPR 178 , and MAP 150  with a grade of C or higher.
    Introduces the student to basic routine laboratory skills and techniques for collection, handling, and examination of laboratory specimens often encountered in the ambulatory care setting. Emphasizes hands-on experience. This course has a fee that may be non-refundable. Please see the registration staff for more information.
    Prev. Course Codes: MOT-138
    LEC 30 Contact hours LAB 60 Contact hours
  
  •    MAP 140 - Medical Assisting Clinical Skills

    4.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: BIO 106 , HPR 178 , and MAP 150  with a grade of C or higher.
    Provides hands-on experience with the clinical skills required for assisting with patient care. Delivers the theory and skill presentations allowing for students to properly demonstrate techniques for a variety of medical needs.
    Prev. Course Codes: MOT-140
    LEC 30 Contact hours LAB 60 Contact hours
  
  •    MAP 150 - Pharmacology for Medical Assistants

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Requires college-level math, and college-level composition & reading placement.
    Provides an overview of pharmacology language, abbreviations, systems of measurement and conversions. The Controlled Substances Act, prescriptions, forms of medications, patient care applications, drug classifications/interactions, and safety in drug therapy and patient care are presented. Information regarding the measurement of medications, dosage calculations, routes of administration, and commonly prescribed drugs in the medical office is provided.
    Prev. Course Codes: MOT-150
    LECLB 67.5
  
  •    MAP 183 - Medical Assistant Internship

    5.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MAP 110 MAP 120 , MOT 136 , MAP 138 , MAP 140 , MAP 150  and HPR 178  with a grade of C or higher.
    Provides supervised placement in a contracted facility for guided experience in application of knowledge and skills acquired in the classroom. The student assists with a variety of business and clinical procedures. Positions are non-paid. Student must have permission by program coordinator to begin internship.
    Prev. Course Codes: MOT-183
    CLIN 225 Contact hours

Medical Office Technology MOT

  
  •    MOT 131 - Advanced Insurance Billing and Coding

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: CIS 118 , HPR 106 , HPR 178 , MAP 110 , and MAP 120  with a grade of C or higher.
    Prepares the student to code correctly to optimize reimbursements for a full range of medical services by applying data to claim forms using official coding guidelines to eliminate insurance fraud and abuse.
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  
  •    MOT 136 - Introduction to Clinical Skills

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: BIO 106 , HPR 178 , and MAP 150  with a grade of C or higher.
    Provides hands-on experience with the basic clinical skills required for assisting with patient care in an ambulatory setting.
    LEC 15 Contact hours LAB 30 Contact hours
  
  •    MOT 184 - Billing Specialist Internship

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: CIS 118 , HIT 120 , HPR 106 , HPR 178 , MAP 110 , MAP 120 , and MOT 131  with a grade of C or higher.
    Provides supervised placement in a contracted facility for guided experience and application of knowledge and skill acquired in the classroom. The student assists with a variety of business and billing procedures. Positions are non-paid. Student must have permission by program coordinator to begin internship.
    COOP 135 Contact hours

Meteorology MET

  
  • ◆ MET 150 - General Meteorology (GT-SC1)

    4.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Requires college-level composition and reading placement.
    Provides an introduction to general meteorology and atmospheric sciences. It includes the composition and structure of the atmosphere and characteristics that affect the atmosphere, such as temperature, pressure, and moisture. Additionally, the development of weather systems, such as storm systems, hurricanes, weather fronts, and cloud development will also be examined. Finally, the concepts of climatology will be stressed.
    LEC 45 Contact hours LAB 30 Contact hours

Multimedia Graphic Design MGD

  
  •    MGD 101 - Introduction to Computer Graphics

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Minimum Accuplacer Reading Comprehension (RC) score of 62-79 and/or Sentence Skills (SS) score of 70-94; or Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 236-245.
    Introduces the student to the computer system and software used to develop graphics. The student will learn the hardware and software components for publication and multimedia production through execution in various vector, raster, page layout and multimedia programs. Students will be introduced to career opportunities within graphic fields.
    Prev. Course Codes: CWB-165, GRD-101, COA-013
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 102 - Introduction to Multimedia

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Prior completion of MGD 101  with a grade of C or higher.
    Introduces the basic components of multimedia: text, graphics, animation, sound, and video. Students gain an introductory knowledge of various multimedia and design software programs. Students gain hands-on, technical, conceptual, and aesthetic experience pertaining to the creation of multi-dimensional design and time-based media via an array of projects and demonstrations. Students will be introduced to career opportunities within multimedia fields.
    Prev. Course Codes: CWB-140
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 104 - Videography I

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Prior completion of ART 139  or PHO 120  with a grade of C or higher.
    Offers an introduction to the principles and techniques of videotape production, including camera operation, basic script writing, lighting, sound, and basic digital editing. Detailed examination of the pre-production, production, and post-production processes, as well as aesthetics, will be included.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 105 - Typography & Layout

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Prior completion of MGD 101  with a grade of C or higher.
    Covers the creation and production of graphic projects, emphasizing the layout creative design process, problem solving, and research. Provides experience producing thumbnails and rough and digital layouts emphasizing refined creative typography.
    Prev. Course Codes: GRD-105, COA-040, COA-238
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 106 - Creativity and Visual Thinking

    3.0 Credits
    Introduces the visual thinking skills necessary to understand and use the creative process, develop innovative concepts and forms, and to produce and analyze creative works. The underlying components of creative thinking, the creative process, and the creative economy are of primary concern in this class. This class is about concept development and sketching.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hrs
  
  •    MGD 107 - History of Design

    2.0 Credits
    Explores the pivotal events and achievements that have led to the current state of graphic communications. Through lectures, slides, videos, class discussions, and research students discover the creative thinkers, innovations, and breakthrough technologies that have shaped the evolution of visual communication, advertising, and industrial design today.
    LECLB 45 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 109 - Design & Color

    3.0 Credits
    Covers the design process and creative problem solving. Includes design and color theories, fundamentals, styles, stages area applied to workups, finished art, and presentations. Emphasis will be on line, form, composition, and continuity.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 110 - Lettering for Graphic Design

    2.0 Credits
    Studies lettering and letter forms, the various methods and mediums used in freehand and mechanically-rendered lettering, the design of lettering, and practical applications of lettering in the field of graphic design.
    LECLB 45 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 111 - Adobe Photoshop I

    3.0 Credits
    Concentrates on the high end capabilities of a raster photo editing software as an illustration, design and photo retouching tool. Students explore a wide range of selection and manipulation techniques that can be applied to photos, graphics and videos.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 112 - Adobe Illustrator I

    3.0 Credits
    Acquaints students with the processes of a vector drawing program on the computer. Students learn how to use the tools to create digital artwork that can be used in web design, print media, and digital screen design.
    Prev. Course Codes: GRD-225
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 114 - Adobe InDesign

    3.0 Credits


    Introduces students to InDesign, a page layout program which integrates seamlessly with other Adobe design programs.  InDesign delivers creative freedom and productivity to DTP.  Class discussions and independent projects supplement hands-on classroom work.

     
    LECLB 67.5 Clock hours

  
  •    MGD 116 - Typography I

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Prior completion of MGD 124  with a grade of C or higher.
    Introduces the history and concepts of typography as applied to graphic communications. Explores appropriate use of typography in a variety of design applications, emphasizing the basic design principles of typographic compositions and typesetting. Covers type recognition and typographic terms.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 118 - Digital Color Theory

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MGD 101  with a grade of C or higher.
    Covers color theory as it relates to multimedia. The psychology of color is taught as well as how to effectively design with color. Students learn how to correct color photographs and create color separations. Color scanning technology is also covered.
    Prev. Course Codes: GRD-110
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 124 - Technology Proficiency Lab

    1.0-6.0 Credits
    This course is a self-directed, structured environment for students to develop proficiency with the software and web applications required to produce multimedia work.
    LECLB 22.5
  
  •    MGD 125 - 3D Modeling for Gaming: Software

    3.0 Credits
    Introduces basic 3D modeling and rendering features of a specific 3D modeling software. Students will understand 3D geometry, model management, creating materials, material editor effects, beginning photo-realistic rendering, project management, basic rendering concepts and archiving projects. Students will understand how to use modeling translators, file formats, and conversion applications to move models from the modeling application for use in a gaming application, gaming engine or gaming environment.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 133 - Graphic Design I

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Prior completion of MGD 124  with a grade of C or higher.
    Focuses upon the study of design layout and conceptual elements concerning graphic design projects such as posters, advertisements, logos, and brochures.
    Prev. Course Codes: GRD-106, COA-011, COA-211
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 134 - Drawing for Illustrators

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Requires college-level composition and reading placement.
    Covers fundamental skills and theories of drawing and rendering line structure, form, value, texture, and composition. Application of drawing skills with various media for line quality as well as value and texture interpretations are also covered.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 141 - Web Design I

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Prior completion of MGD 101  with a grade of C or higher.
    Introduces web site planning, design and creation utilizing HTML through industry-standard development tools [may list specific software]. Emphasis is placed on applying stylistic decisions using cascading style sheets. Web-based considerations regarding color, typography, aesthetics, user interface design, and process integration with visual-based design tools will be explored.
    Prev. Course Codes: CIS-131, GRD-111
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 143 - Motion Graphic Design I: (software)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MGD 101  with a grade of C or higher.
    Stresses creation of animation and dynamic interactive media for web and multimedia applications to a professional standard. Students will learn how to develop projects for time-based media, key-frames, tweens and symbols. Students will learn how to use actions to trigger timeline events to create interactive behaviors.
    Prev. Course Codes: GRD-120
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 153 - 3D Animation I

    3.0 Credits
    Encompasses all major aspects of creating 3D characters using animation software. Using developed characters, the student will learn how to animate for personality.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 156 - Emergent Media Practices

    3.0 Credits
    Explores techniques and approaches in the latest delivery methods for web, mobile, and emergent media communication. Students explore digital media outlets such as blogs, podcasts, e-zines, and social networks. Concepts in video production, photography, journalism, marketing, advertising, public relations, editing and relevant skills necessary for agile mass-communication are introduced. Students create communication pieces for internet-based, mobile, and emergent media.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact Hours
  
  •    MGD 163 - Sound Design I

    3.0 Credits
    Explores the use of sound in multimedia production and audio storytelling. Students examine the principles of recording. Classes focus on how sound can enhance interactive productions and improve computer presentations. Students learn how to use the computer as a full audio editing studio.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact Hours
  
  •    MGD 175 - Special Topics

    1.0 - 6.0 Credits
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue special topics of interest. The content of this course is designed on an as needed basis to provide current, up-to-date information.
    LECLB 22.5 Contact hours per credit
  
  •    MGD 203 - Design and Concept

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MGD 101  with a grade of C or higher.
    Covers the process of comprehensive problem solving of complex and advanced print design. Provides experience in digital production of designs, using multiple computer applications emphasizing concepts.
    Prev. Course Codes: GRD-220
    LECLB 67.5 Clock hours
  
  •    MGD 204 - Videography II

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MGD 104  with a grade of C or higher.
    Offers advanced study of digital video imaging concepts using digital cameras. Heavy emphasis is placed upon media aesthetics and the creative integration of sight, sound, and motion in student projects.
    LECLB 67.5 Clock hours
  
  •    MGD 207 - Illustration I

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Prior completion of MGD 134  and ART 121  with a grade of C or higher.
    Addresses methods and techniques used in the profession of illustration for advertising, brochures, books and other forms of printed communications. Course concentrates on developing expertise in producing line and continuous tone black and white art with emphasis on design and the creation of art for reproduction.
    Prev. Course Codes: CIS-139, CIS-137, CIS-138, GRD-108, COA-026, COA-231
    LECLB 67.5 Clock hours
  
  •    MGD 208 - Illustration II

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MGD 207  and ART 221  with a grade of C or higher.
    Addresses methods and techniques used in the illustration profession beyond those covered in Illustration I. Course concentrates on developing expertise in producing color art for reproduction.
    Prev. Course Codes: GRD-208, COA-027, COA-232
    LECLB 67.5 Clock hours
  
  •    MGD 211 - Adobe Photoshop II

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MGD 111  with a grade of C or higher.
    Develops and reinforces image composition techniques learned in Adobe Photoshop I, MGD 111 . Fundamentals are continuously reinforced as new design techniques are introduced. Students must have taken a previous Photoshop class.
    LECLB 67.5 Clock hours
  
  •    MGD 212 - Adobe Illustrator II

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MGD 112  with a grade of C or higher.
    Enables the student to continue development of electronic drawing skills through practice and use of state of the art illustration software.
    Prev. Course Codes: GRD-250
    LECLB 67.5 Clock hours
  
  •    MGD 213 - Electronic Prepress

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Prior completion of MGD 101  and MGD 105  with a grade of C or higher.
    Explores in detail the electronic prepress process. Students examine steps for preparing a digital file for trapping, output considerations and proofing techniques. Creating effective electronic designs and efficient use of today’s software programs are also covered.
    Prev. Course Codes: GRD-107, COA-021, COA-227A
    LECLB 67.5 Clock hours
  
  •    MGD 227 - Marcomm Practices

    3.0 Credits
    Explores techniques and approaches in the practice of marketing communications (marcomm), including: advertising, branding, direct marketing, packaging, promotion, publicity, sponsorship, public relations, sales, online marketing, social media marketing, and more. Focuses on understanding the relationships between the different components of marketing communications to achieve maximum message effect.
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 233 - Graphic Design II

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MGD 133  with a grade of C or higher.
    Continues instruction in idea development for advanced graphic design.
    Prev. Course Codes: GRD-216
    LECLB 67.5 Clock hours
  
  •    MGD 241 - Web Design II

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MGD 101  and MGD 141  with a grade of C or higher.
    Expands on previously learned fundamentals of HTML introducing cascading style sheets, DHTML, JavaScripts, and CGI forms. Color usage and interface design principles are emphasized in this course. In this course we’ll examine Web sites that employ more complex structures, optimal site architecture, and navigation necessary for larger and more complex sites.
    Prev. Course Codes: GRD-112
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 248 - Computational Media

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Prior completion of MGD 124  with a grade of C or higher.
    Considers computing devices as an evolving medium of multimedia graphic design expression, and explores the unique representational properties of these devices through visual-based programming.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 250 - Emerging Multimedia Technologies

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Prior completion of  MGD 104  and MGD 248  with a grade of C or higher.
    Provides a broad-based overview of current trends and issues in multi-media development and related industries.  The class format will include lectures, reading, demos, discussion, research, projects, and a final student presentation.  Course content changes each semester.  May include topics such as voice/data/video integration, virtual environments, broadband, streaming media architectures, telco/CATV/satellite technologies, network-based applications, using technology for building community, wireless technology, current thinking in human factors and usability, XML and the semantic web, groupware and collaborative tools, pervasive computing, and others.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 251 - Multimedia Motion & Sound

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Prior completion of MGD 102  with a grade of C or higher.
    Develops student competency in modifying, designing, and creating 2-D and 3-D animations and recording and editing sound clips, narration, and music. Students will also work with video capture and editing software and hardware.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 254 - Multimedia Design & Production I

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Prior completion of MGD 124  with a grade of C or higher.
    Provides an overview of the development of interactive, computer-based media for presentational or instructional use. Selection of appropriate media, screen design, user interfaces, branching techniques, and other design aspects will be illustrated using a hands-on approach. Basic multimedia concepts will be addressed, including: production, authoring and authoring tools, software and hardware selection, media preparation and presentation.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 263 - Sound Design II

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MGD 163  with a grade of C or higher.
    Focuses on the application of sound with various multimedia software applications. Principles and techniques include MIDI orchestration and sequencing, digital multi-track recording and production, working with music, sound effects layer, integrated audio system production, and advanced audio mixing/sweetening. The student will explore synchronization techniques of audio with moving pictures, graphics, and animation.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact Hours
  
  •    MGD 268 - Business for Creatives

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Prior completion of MGD 124  with a grade of C or higher.
    Presents a guide to freelance work and a study of business practices and procedures and models unique to creative occupations (graphic design, web design, animation, fine arts). Discussion includes determining charges, business forms, business planning, tax structure, licenses and registration, self-promotion (resume, website, portfolio, business identity package). Course may include visits by professionals in the field and discussion of career opportunities in a quickly changing career field.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 269 - Multimedia Design & Production II

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MGD 254  with a grade of C or higher.
    Advanced students will develop in-depth multimedia training utilizing specific multimedia development software. Students will research and design a multimedia education product. An authoring application will then be used to develop and distribute a working program or instructional package to one or more forms of media distribution. Current industry trends and preferences will dictate which software will be covered in each course section.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact Hours
  
  •    MGD 275 - Special Topics

    1.0 - 6.0 Credits
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in-depth exploration of special topics of interest.
    LECLB 22.5 contact hours per credit
  
  •    MGD 280 - Internship

    1.0 - 3.0 Credits
    Provides students with the opportunity to supplement coursework with practical work experience related to their educational program. Students work under the immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the business location and with the direct guidance of the instructor.
    Prev. Course Codes: GRD-230C, COA-030C, COA-031, COA-032, COA-230C
    COOP 45 Contact hours per credit
  
  •    MGD 289 - Capstone

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Students must have completed a minimum of 45 credits toward AAS degree completion before enrolling in this course.
    Professional business practices in Graphic Communications are covered. Additionally, students will design and produce a portfolio demonstrating proficiency in Graphic Communications.
    Prev. Course Codes: GRD-210
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 301 - Interdisciplinary Studio I

    3.0 Credits
    This course is a multiform studio experience integrating proficiencies from a range of disciplines, including: photography, videography, audio engineering, computational design, and graphic design. Students will work as individuals, partners, and small teams on a flexible range of projects. The focus of the course is perfecting skills and practicing collaborative creation and production methods.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 303 - 3D Studio

    3.0 Credits
    This course is a study of design in three dimensions using a range of media, including: modeling, animation, video, emergent media, and analog methods. Students will explore both the practical and theoretical applications of 3D design.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  
  •    MGD 401 - Interdisciplinary Studio II

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MGD 301  with a grade of C or higher.
    This course is a multiform studio experience integrating proficiencies from a range of disciplines including: photography, videography, audio engineering, computation design, and graphic design. Students will work as individuals, partners, and in small teams on a flexible range of projects. The focus of the course is producing portfolio-quality work.
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours

Music MUS

  
  • ✽ MUS 101 - Introduction to Music Theory

    3.0 Credits
    Continues to develop fluency with foundational elements of music theory through continued drills and exercises. The course expands on principles of music notation, harmonization, intervals, chord analysis, rhythm, ear training, and sight singing. The course will help non-music major students who wish to further develop fluency in fundamental music theory and music notation.
    LEC 45 Clock hours
  
  • ◆ MUS 120 - Music Appreciation (GT-AH1)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Requires college-level composition and reading placement.
    Covers the basic materials of music, musical forms, media, genres, and musical periods. Emphasizes the development of tools for intelligent listening and appreciation. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: HUM-161
    LEC 45 Clock hours
  
  • ◆ MUS 121 - Music History Medieval through Classical Period (GT-AH1)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Requires college-level composition and reading placement.
    Studies the various periods of music history with regard to the composers, aesthetics, forms, and genres of each period. Considers music from the Middle Ages through the Classic periods. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: MUS-167
    LEC 45 Contact hrs
  
  • ◆ MUS 122 - Music History Early Romantic Period to the Present (GT-AH1)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MUS 120  or MUS 121  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Studies the various periods of music history with regard to the composers, aesthetics, forms and genres of each period. Considers music from the early Romantic period to the present. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: MUS-168
    LEC 45 Clock hours
  
  • ◆ MUS 123 - Survey of World Music (GT-AH1)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Requires college-level composition and reading placement.
    Provides an overview of non-Western music from around the world; provides basic listening skills and the historical/cultural context for a variety of world music styles to enable an understanding of non-Western musical expression. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category.
    LEC 45 Clock hours
  
  • ◆ MUS 125 - History of Jazz (GT-AH1)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Requires college-level composition and reading placement.
    Provides a survey of the basic materials of music and the forms, media, genres, historical, and cultural style periods of jazz. It emphasizes the development of tools for intelligent listening and appreciation. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category.
    LEC 45 Clock hours
  
  • ✽ MUS 126 - History of Rock and Pop

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Requires college-level composition and reading placement.
    Provides a survey of basic materials of music, musical forms, media, genres, and musical periods of Rock and Pop music. It emphasizes the development of tools for intelligent listening and appreciation.
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  
  • ✽ MUS 131 - Music Class I: (instrument)

    2.0 Credits
    Applies the fundamentals of music to the voice or specific musical instruments. This course also introduces basic techniques, repertoire, and sight reading. First year, first term.
    Prev. Course Codes: MUS-131A, MUS-131B, MUS-151FG, MUS-270FS, MUS-116A, MUS-150GE
    LEC 30 Clock hours
  
  • ✽ MUS 132 - Music Class II: (instrument)

    2.0 Credits
    Applies the fundamentals of music to the voice or specific musical instruments. The course also introduces basic techniques, repertoire, and sight reading. First year, second term.
    Prev. Course Codes: MUS-132A, MUS-132B, MUS-132A, MUS-117A, MUS-148
    LEC 30 Clock hours
  
  • ✽ MUS 133 - Music Class III: (instrument)

    2.0 Credits
    Applies the fundamentals of music to the voice or specific musical instruments. The course also introduces basic techniques, repertoire, and sight-reading. First year, third term.
    LEC 30 Clock hours
  
  • ✽ MUS 141 - Private Instruction

    1.0 - 2.0 Credits
    One credit primarily for non-music majors. Two credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4-year schools. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for one credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for two credits. First year, first term.
    LEC
  
  • ✽ MUS 142 - Private Instruction

    1.0 - 2.0 Credits
    One credit primarily for non-music majors. Two credits for music majors planning to transfer to a four-year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty-minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for one credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is require for two credits. First year, second term.
    LEC 15 Contact hours per credit
  
  • ✽ MUS 151 - Ensemble

    1.0 Credits
    Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature.
    Prev. Course Codes: MUS-151B, MUS-151CA, MUS-141, MUS-150JA, MUS-150CA
    LAB 37.5 Clock hours
  
  • ✽ MUS 152 - Ensemble II

    1.0 Credits
    Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature.
    Prev. Course Codes: MUS-151JI, MUS-151MP, MUS-160BG, MUS-270MP, MUS-150BG
    LAB 37.5 Clock hours
  
  • ✽ MUS 153 - Ensemble III

    1.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MUS 152  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature. First year, third term.
    LAB 30 Clock hours
  
  •    MUS 154 - Ensemble IV

    1.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MUS 153  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature. First year, fourth term.
    LAB 30 Clock hours
  
  •    MUS 175 - Special Topics

    1.0 - 6.0 Credits
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue special topics of interest. The content of this course is designed on an as needed basis to provide current, up-to-date information.
    LEC 15 Contact hours per credit
  
  • ✽ MUS 231 - Music Class I: (instrument)

    2.0 Credits
    Applies the fundamentals of music to the voice or specific musical instruments. The course also introduces basic techniques, repertoire, and sight-reading. Second year, first term.
    LEC 30 Clock hours
  
  • ✽ MUS 232 - Music Class II: (instrument)

    2.0 Credits
    Applies the fundamentals of music to the voice or specific musical instruments. The course also introduces basic techniques, repertoire, and sight-reading. Second year, second term.
    LEC 30 Clock hours
  
  • ✽ MUS 233 - Music Class III: (instrument)

    2.0 Credits
    Applies the fundamentals of music to the voice or specific musical instruments. The course also introduces basic techniques, repertoire, and sight-reading. Second year, third term.
    LEC 30 Clock hours
  
  • ✽ MUS 234 - Music Class IV: (instrument)

    2.0 Credits
    Applies the fundamentals of music to the voice or specific musical instruments. The course also introduces basic techniques, repertoire, and sight-reading. Second year, fourth term.
    LEC 30 Clock hours
  
  •    MUS 275 - Special Topics

    1.0 - 6.0 Credits
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue special topics of interest. The content of this course is designed on an as needed basis to provide current, up-to-date information.
    Prev. Course Codes: MUS-290B
    LEC

Natural Resources NRE

  
  •    NRE 100 - Foundations of Forestry

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Requires college-level composition and reading placement.
    Presents the principles of forest science, dendrology, forest fire behavior, and silviculture principles.
    LEC 45 Clock hours
  
  •    NRE 102 - Introduction to Natural Resources Management

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: College-level composition and reading placement required.
    Covers an overview of our natural resources, the environmental concerns related to their management, and the agencies in charge of management of natural resources.
    LEC 45 Contact hrs
 

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