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2021-2022 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 technology-enhanced modalities (Webex, hybrid, or online).
 

Marketing MAR
  

  •    MAR 426 - Product Strategy

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MAR 326  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Explores creative strategies and processes for developing and managing products and the product mix. Emphasizes developing innovative products as an integral part of the marketing mix. Legal, ethical, and social issues in developing and marketing new and existing products are discussed.
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  •    MAR 446 - Advertising & Promotion Management

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MAR 326  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Analyzes advertising and promotion principles and practices from the marketing manager’s point of view. Topics include market analysis and target audiences as a planning phase of the advertising program, promotional objectives and budgets, creative strategy, media evaluation and planning, measuring results, and agency relations. Introduces the concept of socially responsible advertising.
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  •    MAR 456 - Digital Marketing

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: BIS 333  and MAR 326  with a grade of C- or higher; or instructor permission.
    Examines contemporary digital marketing tactics from a manager’s perspective. Current and emerging topics are considered, including digital marketing strategy, practices, technologies, social ventures, legal issues, ethics, and organizational resources required for implementing effective digital marketing campaigns.
    LEC 45 Contact hours

Mathematics MAT
  

  •    MAT 025 - Algebraic Literacy Lab

    1.0 Credits
    Co-requisites   
    Supports skill development for students registered in MAT-055 STEM Prep. Topics covered in this course include those defined in MAT-055 and/or any prerequisite skills needed by the student. This course is a required co-requisite with MAT 055 .
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  •    MAT 050 - Quantitative Literacy

    4.0 Credits
    Co-requisites AAA 095  must be taken concurrently for students with Next Generation Accuplacer Arithmetic (AR) scores 240-254.
    Prerequisites: Accuplacer Elementary Algebra (EA) score 30-84 or Arithmetic (AR) score 40 or higher; or Next Generation Accuplacer Arithmetic (AR) score 240-254. Next Generation Accuplacer Arithmetic (AR) score 255+ can waive the AAA-095 co-requisite. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Develops number sense and critical thinking strategies, introduces algebraic thinking, and connects mathematics to real-world applications.  Topics in the course include ratios, proportions, percents, measurement, linear relationships, properties of exponents, polynomials, factoring, and math learning strategies. This course prepares students for Math for Liberal Arts, Statistics, Integrated Math, and college-level career math courses.
    LEC 60 Contact hrs
  

  •    MAT 055 - Algebraic Literacy

    4.0 Credits
    Co-requisites   must be taken concurrently for students with Next Generation Accuplacer QAS scores 250-264.
    Prerequisites: Accuplacer Elementary Algebra (EA) score 45-84; or Accuplacer Next Generation Quantitative Algebra and Statistics (QAS) score 250-264; or passed MAT 050  with a C- or better. Accuplacer Next Generation Quantitative Algebra and Statistics (QAS) score 265+ can waive the MAT-025 co-requisite. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Develops algebraic skills necessary for manipulating expressions and solving equations. Topics in the course include radicals, complex numbers, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, quadratic equations, absolute value equations, systems of linear equations in two variables, related applications, and linear inequalities. This course prepares students for MAT-121 College Algebra and MAT-123 Finite Math.
    LEC 60 Contact hrs
  

  •    MAT 091 - Applied Quantitative Lab

    1.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Accuplacer score EA 30-59 or AR 40+; or Next Generation Accuplacer Arithmetic (AR) scores 255-264. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Supports skill development for students registered in MAT 107 , MAT 108, MAT-109, or MAT-112. Topics covered in the course include those defined in MAT-103/107/108/109/112 and/or any prerequisite skills needed by the student. For students with Next Generation Accuplacer Arithmetic (AR) scores 255-264 or Accuplacer score EA 30-59 or AR>40, who are advised into MAT-107/108/109/112, are required to co-enroll in this course.
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  •    MAT 092 - Quantitative Lab

    1.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Accuplacer EA scores 80-84; or Next Generation Accuplacer QAS scores 230-239. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Supports skill development for students registered in MAT 120 , MAT 135 , MAT 155 , or MAT 156 . Topics covered in this course include those defined in MAT-120/135/155/156 and/or any prerequisite skills needed by the student. For students with Next Generation Accuplacer QAS scores 230-239 or Accuplacer score EA 80-84, who are advised into MAT-120/135/155/156 are required to co-enroll in this course.
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  •    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. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    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 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. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    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 109 - Geometry

    3.0 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 with a C- or better.
    This course covers basic geometric principles involving lines, triangles, circles, polygons, and three dimensional figures. Geometric constructions and measurement in the metric and US systems are covered.
    LEC 45 Contact hrs
  

  •    MAT 110 - Corequisite for Math for Liberal Arts

    2.0 Credits
    Co-requisites MAT 120  must be taken concurrently.
    Supports skill development for students registered in MAT 120 . Topics covered in this course include those that bridge the gap between MAT 050  and MAT 120 . It is designed to strengthen critical thinking skills and develop basic math pre-requisites for students not fully prepared to take MAT 120 .
    LEC 30 Contact hrs
  

  •    MAT 111 - Corequisite for College Algebra

    2.0 Credits
    Co-requisites MAT 121  must be taken concurrently.
    Supports skill development for students registered in MAT 121 . Topics covered in this course include those that bridge the gap between MAT 055  and MAT 121  and are intended to provide students the algebra and study skills that are necessary for success in MAT 121 .
    LEC 30 Contact hrs
  

  •    MAT 113 - Corequisite for Introduction to Statistics

    2.0 Credits
    Co-requisites MAT 135  must be taken concurrently.
    Covers prerequisite material needed to be successful in MAT 135 . It is designed to strengthen critical thinking skills and develop basic math prerequisites for students not fully prepared to take MAT 135 . Topics include arithmetic with fractions and decimals, percents, translating information into an equation, and interpreting graphs and charts.
    LEC 30 Contact hrs
  

  • ◆ MAT 120 - Mathematics for the Liberal Arts (GT-MA1)

    4.0 Credits

    Prerequisites: Next generation Accuplacer Quantitative Algebra and Statistics (QAS) scores 240-300; or equivalent ACT/SAT scores; or passed MAT 050  or MAT 055  with a C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement. Students who do not meet placement criteria for MAT 120 are strongly encouraged to enroll in MAT 050  prior to MAT 120 or MAT 110  (co-requisite for Math for Liberal Arts) concurrently with MAT 120, and to consult with math faculty or a CMC advisor for assistance in choosing the option that best fits their needs.

     
    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: Next Generation Accuplacer Advanced Algebra and Functions (AAF) scores 245+; or equivalent ACT/SAT scores; or passed MAT 055  with a C- or better. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement. Students who do not meet placement criteria for MAT 121 are strongly encouraged to enroll in MAT 055  prior to MAT 121 or MAT 111  (Co-requisite for College Algebra) concurrently with MAT 121, and to consult with math faculty or a CMC advisor for assistance in choosing the option that best fits their needs.

     
    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. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    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. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    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: Next Generation Accuplacer Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra, and Statistics (QAS) scores 240-300; or equivalent ACT/SAT scores; or passed MAT 050  or MAT 055  with a C- or better; and Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT/SAT scores; or passed CCR 092 , CCR 093 , or CCR 094  with a grade of C- or better. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement. Students who do not meet placement criteria for MAT 135 are strongly encouraged to enroll in MAT 050  prior to MAT 135, or MAT 113  (Co-requisite for Intro to Statistics) concurrently with MAT 135, and to consult with math faculty or a CMC advisor for assistance in choosing the option that best fits their needs.

     
    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 (GT-MA1)

    3.0 Credits

    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra and Statistics (QAS) scores 240-300; or equivalent ACT/SAT scores; or passed MAT 050  or MAT 055  with a C- or better. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement. It is recommended, but not required, that students take MAT 155 and MAT 156  in sequence. Students who want to take MAT 156  concurrently with, or prior to, MAT 155 should consult with the MAT 156  instructor for advisement.

     
    Engages students in the concepts underlying elementary level mathematics. The course emphasizes critical thinking and applications. Topics include the structure of number systems, an analysis of numerical operations, set properties, numerical and geometric patterns, and a variety of problem-solving skills. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: MAT-120
    LEC 45 Contact hours

  

  • ◆ MAT 156 - Integrated Math II (GT-MA1)

    3.0 Credits

    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra and Statistics (QAS) scores 240-300; or equivalent ACT/SAT scores; or passed MAT 050  or MAT 055  with a C- or better.  The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.  It is recommended, but not required, that students take MAT 155  and MAT-156 in sequence. Students who want to take MAT-156 concurrently with, or prior to, MAT 155  should consult with the MAT-156 instructor for advisement.

     
    Engages students in the concepts underlying elementary level mathematics. The course emphasizes critical thinking and applications. Topics include probability, statistics, measurement, Euclidean geometry, and algebraic methods. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category.
    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. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    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 204 - Calculus III With Engineering Applications (GT-MA1)

    5.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MAT 201  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Focuses on the traditional subject matter of multivariable Calculus with an additional emphasis on word problems and problem solving. Topics include vectors, vector-valued functions, partial derivatives, analytic geometry, multiple integrals, line integrals, Stokes’, Divergence Theorems and Green’s Theorems, and applications. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category.
    LEC 75 Contact hours
  

  • ◆ MAT 215 - Discrete Mathematics (GT-MA1)

    4.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MAT 201  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Concentrates on formal logic, algorithms, induction proofs, equivalence relations and graphs. This course is designed for mathematics and computer science students. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category.
    LEC 60 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ MAT 255 - Linear Algebra

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MAT 202  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Introduces linear algebra and emphasizes techniques of problem-solving and introductory proofs. This course includes linear systems, matrices, determinants, vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues, and eigenvectors.
    LEC 45 Contact hrs
  

  • ◆ 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 and prior completion of HPR 139  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Covers the practical uses of accounts and records with emphasis on accounting principles and analysis for use in a medial office. This course introduces outpatient coding with an ultimate goal to present a clear picture of medical procedures and services performed, such as Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes, correlating the diagnosis, symptom, complaint or condition, and International Classifications of Diseases (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 139 , and MAP 150  with a grade of C or higher.
    Introduces 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 139 , 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. This course has a fee that may be non-refundable. Please see the registration staff for more information.
    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
    Co-requisites MAP 189  must be taken concurrently.
    Prerequisites: MAP 110 , MAP 120 , MOT 126 , MAP 138 , MAP 140 , MAP 150  and HPR 139  with a grade of C or higher.
    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: MOT-183
    COOP 225 Contact hours
  

  •    MAP 189 - Review for Medical Assistant National Exam

    1.0 Credits
    Co-requisites MAP 183  must be taken concurrently.
    Prepares the candidate sitting for the National Registration/Certification examination for Medical Assistant through review and practice. These examinations are given with the intent of evaluating the competency of entry-level practitioners in Medical Assisting, supporting quality care in the office or clinic.
    LEC 15 Contact hrs

Medical Office Technology MOT
  

  •    MOT 126 - Introduction to Clinical Skills

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: BIO 106 , and HPR 139  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. This course has a fee that may be non-refundable. Please see the registration staff for more information.
    Prev. Course Codes: MOT-136
    LEC 30 Contact hours LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  •    MOT 131 - Advanced Insurance Billing and Coding

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: CIS 118 , HPR 106 , HPR 139 , 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 275 - Special Topics

    1.0 - 12.0 Credits
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest.
    LEC 15 Contact hrs per credit
  

  •    MOT 289 - Capstone

    1.0 - 12.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Prior completion of HIT 120 , HPR 106 , HPR 139 , MAP 110 , MAP 120 , and MOT 131  with a grade of C or higher.
    Emphasizes a synthesis of the information and skills that students learned throughout their medical office technology classes.
    COOP 45 Contact hrs per credit

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. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    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 101  and MGD 106  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
    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 101 , MGD 106 , and MGD 116  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 PHO 122  or MGD 104  with a grade of C or higher; and prior completion of PHO 162  or 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 101  and MGD 106  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 hrs
  

  •    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.
    Introduces the study of music focusing on intelligent listening skills, the elements of music and their relationships, the musical characteristics of representative works and composers, common musical forms and genres of various Western, and non-Western historical style periods. 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.
    Provides an historical survey of Western art music from the Middle Ages into the Classical period, including styles, genres, composers, works, and significant cultural and historical influences upon the repertoire. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: MUS-167
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  • ◆ 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.
    Provides an historical survey of Western art music connecting the classical period to the Romantic period and following to the present. This course includes the study of styles, genres, composers, works, and significant cultural and historical influences upon the repertoire. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: MUS-168
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  • ◆ MUS 123 - Survey of World Music (GT-AH1)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Requires college-level composition and reading placement.
    Provides an overview of music from around the globe including folk, ethnic, non-Western and popular styles. Develops basic listening skills and builds a historical/cultural context for world music styles to enable an understanding and appreciation of global music. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category.
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  • ◆ MUS 125 - History of Jazz (GT-AH1)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Requires college-level composition and reading placement.
    Provides an overview of jazz history covering the basic materials of music and the forms, media, genres, and the historical and cultural framework of each style period. This course emphasizes the building of critical listening tools and the development of a jazz music vocabulary. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category.
    LEC 45 Contact 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 style of American rock and popular music from the late 19th century to the present. Focus of the course will be on studying genres and styles within the context of their role in American society, culture, and political landscape.
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ MUS 131 - Music Class I: (specify)

    2.0 Credits
    Provides group instruction in music, introducing basic techniques, repertoire, and sight-reading.
    Prev. Course Codes: MUS-131A, MUS-131B, MUS-151FG, MUS-270FS, MUS-116A, MUS-150GE
    LEC 30 Clock hours
  

  • ✽ MUS 132 - Music Class II: (specify)

    2.0 Credits
    Provides group instruction in music, continuing to develop basic techniques, repertoire, and sight-reading.
    Prev. Course Codes: MUS-132A, MUS-132B, MUS-132A, MUS-117A, MUS-148
    LEC 30 Clock hours
  

  • ✽ MUS 133 - Music Class III: (specify)

    2.0 Credits
    Provides group instruction in music, continuing to develop basic techniques, repertoire, and sight-reading.
    LEC 30 Clock hours
 

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