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CAREER STUDIES (CARER)
110 Career
Planning and Self-Evaluation (Su, F, W, Sp) 3
For students exploring career and educational options for the first time or
changing career directions; emphasis on assessment, personal styles, the career
marketplace and job search skills.
291 Special
Topics (F, W, Sp) 1
Prereq: Permission.
Variable content. Course is tied into workshops and Career Center programs
focused on career exploration and decision-making activities.
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CHEMISTRY (CHEM)
110 Contemporary
Chemistry (F, Sp) 5
Prereq: MATH 081 or equivalent.
An introduction to chemistry intended for students not majoring in science.
The course presents general ideas about how models of atoms, bonding, and the
structures of materials help us understand their properties and reactions.
Also presented are a selection of applications chosen from topics such as energy,
the environment, foods, drugs, poisons, and household chemicals. One credit
of laboratory is included.
121 Introduction
to Inorganic Chemistry (Su, F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: MATH 081.
This course is intended for students who need a survey of chemistry (subjects
covered would be equivalent to a high school chemistry class) either for their
major or to continue onto higher chemistry classes.
122 Introduction
to Organic Chemistry (W, Sp) 5
Prereq: CHEM 121 and MATH 081.
This course will study the properties and reactions of carbon compounds and
biochemical molecules: bonding, structure, isomerism, nomenclature, functional
groups. Includes two credits of lab with synthesis, isolation/purification
techniques, and possible group projects.
151 General
Chemistry I (F, W) 5
Prereq: MATH 97 or equivalent and CHEM
121 or equivalent or high school chemistry.
General chemistry for science and engineering majors. This first course includes
quantitative measurements, nomenclature, reactions, calculations of reaction
mass and energy change, atomic structure, electron configurations and atomic
properties, bonding theories, and gas laws. One credit of laboratory is included.
152 General
Chemistry II (W, Sp) 5
Prereq: CHEM 151 or equivalent and
MATH 115 or equivalent.
General chemistry for science and engineering majors. The second course includes
intermolecular forces, crystal structures, physical properties of pure substances
and solutions, kinetics, equilibrium, chemical thermodynamics, and electrochemistry.
One credit of laboratory is included.
153 General
Chemistry III (Su, Sp) 5
Prereq: CHEM 152 or equivalent.
General chemistry for science and engineering majors. The third course includes
systematic descriptive chemistry of the representative elements, transition
metal properties, complex ions, nuclear chemistry, introductory organic chemistry,
and biomolecules. One credit of laboratory is included.
189 Quantitative
Chemistry (W, Sp) 1
Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in CHEM
121.
A course that emphasizes quantitative concepts taught in CHEM 121, including
graph reading, conversions, metric system, problem solving, and basic algebra.
191 Chemistry
Study Section (F, W, Sp) 1
Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in CHEM
121 or CHEM 122 with the same instructor.
A course intended to support instruction in CHEM 121 or CHEM 122. The emphasis
is on problem solving and topic review with additional work in study skills
beyond the content of the corequisite courses.
201 Organic
Chemistry I (F) 3
Prereq: CHEM 151 and CHEM 152; concurrent
enrollment in CHEM 204.
Structure and bonding, resonance structures, acid-base chemistry, functional
group nomenclature and chemistry, mechanisms and reactive intermediates (kinetics
and thermodynamics of), multistep synthesis, name reactions, heterocyclic and
aromatic chemistry, spectroscopy, and biochemical compounds (lipids, nucleic
acids, amino acids, and proteins).
202 Organic
Chemistry II (W) 3
Prereq: CHEM 151 and CHEM 152; concurrent
enrollment in CHEM 205.
Structure and bonding, resonance structures, acid-base chemistry, functional
group nomenclature and chemistry, mechanisms and reactive intermediates (kinetics
and thermodynamics of), multistep synthesis, name reactions, heterocyclic and
aromatic chemistry, spectroscopy, and biochemical compounds (lipids, nucleic
acids, amino acids, and proteins).
203 Organic
Chemistry III (Sp) 3
Prereq: CHEM 151 and CHEM 152; concurrent
enrollment in CHEM 206.
Structure and bonding, resonance structure, acid-base chemistry, functional
group nomenclature and chemistry, mechanisms and reactive intermediates (kinetics
and thermodynamics of), multistep synthesis, name reactions, heterocyclic and
aromatic chemistry, spectroscopy, and biochemical compounds (lipids, nucleic
acids, amino acids, and proteins).
204 Organic
Chemistry Lab I (F) 2
Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in CHEM
201.
This lab class will teach students various techniques that an organic chemist
uses daily. Students will learn how to do melting points determination, refractive
index, crystallization, distillation, chromatography, synthesis, spectroscopy,
and qualitative analysis.
205 Organic
Chemistry Lab II (W) 2
Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in CHEM
202 or permission.
This lab class will teach students various techniques that an organic chemist
uses daily. Students will learn how to do melting points determination, refractive
index, crystallization, distillation, chromatography, synthesis, spectroscopy,
and qualitative analysis.
206 Organic
Chemistry Lab III (Sp) 2
Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in CHEM
203.
This lab class will teach students various techniques that an organic chemist
uses daily. Students will learn how to do melting points determination, refractive
index, crystallization, distillation, chromatography, synthesis, spectroscopy,
and qualitative analysis.
210 Spectrometric
Identification (Sp) 3
Prereq: One quarter of organic chemistry
or equivalent.
Professional upgrade class for working laboratory scientists and science teachers.
Introduction to the theory and practice of infrared, nuclear magnetic resonance,
and mass spectroscopy. Extensive practice and drill on the interpretation of
spectra including library and computer searching; instrumentation and data
confidence.
250 Quantitative
Analysis (Sp) 5
Prereq: CHEM 152.
Fundamentals of volumetric and gravimetric chemical analysis. Introduction
to selected instrumental techniques. Includes two credits of laboratory.
290 Special
Studies (W, Sp) 1–5
Prereq: Permission.
An individual or group project or special topic course in an area approved
by the instructor.
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CHINESE (CHIN)
101 Elementary
Chinese (F) 5
Prereq: COMPASS writing score of 65
or above and COMPASS reading score of 80 or above.
CHIN 101 is a comprehensive beginning Chinese course, which includes instruction
and practice in all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and
writing.
102 Elementary
Chinese (W) 5
Prereq: CHIN 101 with grade of 1.5
or higher or permission.
CHIN 102 is a comprehensive beginning Chinese course, which includes instruction
and practice in all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and
writing.
103 Elementary
Chinese (Sp) 5
Prereq: CHIN 102 with grade of 1.5
or higher or permission.
CHIN 103 is a comprehensive beginning Chinese course, which includes instruction
and practice in all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and
writing.
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COLLEGE STUDIES (COL)
100 College
Success Seminar (Su, F, W, Sp) 2
This valuable course helps students to better understand the college experience
and develop tools for academic and personal success. Topics include study skills,
goal setting, college policies and resources, academic and career planning,
time management, relationships, and self-empowerment. Some sections will focus
on a special theme or introduce students to particular majors/career fields.
199 College/Career
Planning (Su, F, W, Sp) 1
COL 199 is designed to meet the needs and interests of working parents or returning
students. This class will provide an opportunity for students to develop tools
to prepare them for academic and personal success. Specific emphasis is placed
on academic and career goal setting, resources, and success strategies.
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COMPUTER INFORMATION
SYSTEMS (CIS)
110 Principles
of Information Systems (F, W) 5
Prereq: COMPASS reading score of 88,
intermediate algebra score of 71, and writing score of 65.
Intro to elements of personal and shared information systems: foundation in
hardware, software, data. Includes problem solving, structured programming
techniques, algorithms, intro to system development, database design, and networking.
Aspects of appropriate business ethics are discussed. Emphasis placed on concepts
and a systems approach. This course is designed for students majoring in Microcomputer
Support Specialist, Network Specialist, or Client-Server Programmer CIS programs.
113 Windows
System Tools (Su, F, W, Sp) 3
Prereq: COMPASS reading score of 88.
Describes the function of microcomputer operating systems in general, Command
Kernel and Windows in particular. Covers syntax of commands and directories
and structure. Students will master batch communications commands and the input-output
control system.
140 Cooperative
Education (Su, F, W, Sp) 1–8
Prereq: Permission.
Cooperative education provides an opportunity for students to combine classroom
theory with practical experience gained in the workplace. In addition to the
work experience that is related to career goals and major, students participate
in a weekly seminar on campus.
141 Coop Education
Seminar (Su, Sp) 2
Prereq: Permission. Note: Course is
required as a prerequisite or corequisite for CIS 140 and/or
240.
150 Microcomputer
Systems I (F, W, Sp) 4
Prereq: CIS 110 and CIS 113.
First part of a two-part course sequence forming the foundation of the CIS
programs. Develops operational literacy in the microcomputer hardware environment
including laboratory experience disassembling, assembling, troubleshooting,
and using microcomputers and peripheral equipment.
153 Microcomputer
Systems II (W, Sp) 3
Prereq: CIS 150 or concurrent enrollment
in CIS 150.
Second part of a two-part course sequence forming the foundation of the Microcomputer
Support Specialist and Network Specialist programs. Continues to develop operational
literacy in the MIS hardware/software environment including laboratory experience.
Emphasis is placed on application software and technical support functions.
155 PC Analysis
and Configuration (F, Sp) 5
Prereq: CIS 153.
A continuation of the hardware sequence forming the foundation of the Microcomputer
Support Specialist program. Develops operational skills in the MIS hardware/software
environment including installation, configuration, and performance analysis.
Emphasis is on technical support functions and user assistance.
160 Introduction
to Networks (F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: CIS 153 or concurrent enrollment
in CIS 153.
An introduction to terminology and applications of communications and networking
as essential elements of computer and business information systems. Students
gain familiarity in communication hardware, software, facilities, media, LANs,
systems, and applications through discussion, demonstration, and hands-on experience.
161 Local
Area Networks (Su, Sp) 5
Prereq: CIS 160.
An intermediate course in terminology, concepts, and applications of networking
as an essential element of computer information systems. Students gain basic
skills in the use of data communications hardware, software, facilities, media,
LANs, and applications through hands-on experience. This is the second in a
series of courses required to complete the Network Specialist and Microcomputer
Support degree programs.
165 Applied
Electronics for CIS (Su, Sp) 3
Prereq: CIS 160.
This is a course in basic electronics for the information technology professional.
Primary topics covered are the theory of electricity and electronics. Secondary
topics are telecommunications and computing.
166 Network
Intrusion Detection I (F, W) 5
Prereq: CIS 262.
CIS 166 is intended to give a networking student/professional a solid foundation
of what is required for network and computer security in today’s world.
The course focuses on use of network logs, use of intrusion detection systems,
establishment of policies, and conducting vulnerability analysis. Knowledge
of standard communication ports and how to alter those will be introduced.
Students will also get a working knowledge of default ports that must be closed
upon installation of a new operating system. Auditing and monitoring the systems
without impacting system performance is stressed. Students will be exposed
to security on multiple platforms in order to adequately represent what they
will encounter on the job. Viruses, worms, DoS (denial of service), and DDos
(distributed denial of service) attacks are also covered.
180 Systems
Development with CASE (W, Sp) 5
Prereq: CIS 110.
Surveys established and evolving methodologies of computer information systems
design and implementation. Overview of a process or structured approach to
the definition of needs. Creation of specifications leading to implementation
of a new system. Evolution of systems development process from traditional
life-cycle methods to the use of prototyping, fourth generation language tools
not requiring extensive programming. Project team oriented; includes extensive
laboratory experience.
200 Client-Server
Seminar (Su) 2
Prereq: CIS 160 and CIS 180.
Introduction to terminology, architecture, advantages, disadvantages, and trends
in the client-server environment. Guest speakers representing business, industry,
vendors, trade associations, and users will be featured. Students will research
and present reports on various current topics.
205 Microcomputer
Applications II (W, Sp) 3
Prereq: CIS 110 or C SCI 105 and CIS
113, or permission.
Provides opportunity to put into practice processes and procedures learned
for technical support of microcomputer systems, systems analysis, development
and implementation, and interaction with systems personnel. Student is closely
supervised in a clinical setting by the instructor and members of the office
of the Associate Director of Academic Technology. Student will participate
in Help Desk activities, interpret user problems, and provide first-level technical
support for users in the instructional area of campus.
210 Operating
Systems Principles (W, Sp) 5
Prereq: CIS 161.
A thorough intro to the principles of operating system design using a conceptual
approach. Directed to those whose primary responsibility will be the use of
operating systems in computer information systems development and applications.
Major areas discussed are the OS theory, applications, and management issues.
Microcomputer and multi-user systems, including networks and mini/mainframe
systems, are addressed. Files and file structure, I/O, memory and process/processor
management, networking, system management/evaluation, and applications are
considered.
213 Windows
and Advanced MS-DOS (Su, Sp) 3
Prereq: CIS 150 or 150A or permission.
Provides the opportunity to explore MS-DOS management responsibilities including
disk memory, files, directory, and system management. Filters, redirection,
I/O control, DOS shell, DOS programming, and system configuration are also
covered. Student will be expected to have a solid foundation in the use of
DOS commands. Introduction to the graphical user interface (GUI) environment
and concepts. Student will explore and use Microsoft Windows in order to be
able to load and perform basic configuration functions.
215 Introduction
to UNIX (Su, F) 3
Prereq: CIS 113.
This class will provide an overview of current and future mainstream features
of the UNIX operating system. Lectures will be reinforced with examples and
exercises performed on a UNIX system. The student should be familiar with computers.
No previous experience with UNIX is required. Also available online via Internet
or e-mail.
216 UNIX
Shell Programming (F, W) 4
Prereq: CIS 215.
This class will provide in-depth view of current and future mainstream features
of the UNIX operating system through lecture, examples, and hands-on experience.
Students will use UNIX tools, Bourne, C SHELL, Korn command processors, and
project management tools and become familiar with other UNIX facilities.
217 UNIX
System Administration (W, Sp) 4
Prereq: CIS 216.
This class will provide a continued in-depth view of current and future mainstream
features of the UNIX operating system. Emphasis is on system administration,
communications, and file sharing.
218 Microcomputer
Database Principles (Su, Sp) 3
Prereq: CIS 110.
Concepts and terminology of microcomputer database systems. Introduction to
the relational model and database design principles. Create a database and
application using a relational database system. Assignments completed using
industry standard microcomputer relational database.
219 Introduction
to Perl Programming (Sp) 3
Prereq: CIS 113, a programming class,
or permission.
This class will provide an in-depth experience of a scripted programming language.
Lectures will be reinforced with examples and exercises performed on a UNIX
system.
220 Principles
of Database Processing (F) 5
Prereq: CIS 180 and CIS 218.
An introductory course in terminology, concepts, and applications of database
processing including file organization and data structures for database processing.
Emphasis on database design using various modeling techniques including the
Entity-Relationship and the Semantic-Object models. Database implementation
using the relational model and SQL. Database application design including control
mechanisms, forms, reports, and menus. Students will design, create, and process
a database to demonstrate competency in the course content.
230 Advanced
Database and SQL (W) 5
Prereq: CIS 220.
Advanced course in terminology, concepts, and applications of database processing.
Emphasis on resource sharing, client-server architectures, distributed database
systems, the relational model, and SQL. Other topics include the essential
concepts of concurrency control and database application design in a graphical
user interface. Students will design, create, and process a database to demonstrate
competency in the course content.
240 Internship
(Su, F, W, Sp) 1–8
Prereq: CIS 280, second-year status
in CIS program, and permission.
The CIS internship provides the opportunity for students to make the final
transition from the classroom to the workplace. Student applies appropriate
concepts and skills to information systems problems assigned in a workplace
position. Students participate in a weekly seminar on campus.
241 Internship
Seminar (Su, Sp) 2
Prereq: Permission. Note: This course
is required as a prerequisite or corequisite for CIS 140 and/or
CIS 240.
262 Wide
Area Networks (Su, F) 5
Prereq: CIS 161 and CIS 165.
An advanced course in terminology, concepts, and applications of networking
as an essential element of computer information systems. Students gain advanced
skills in the use of data communications hardware, software, facilities, and
media through hands-on experience. This is the third course in a sequence of
networking courses required to complete the Network Specialist degree program.
263 Communication
Technology Management (F, W) 5
Prereq: CIS 262.
Definition of the role of the network manager in organizational objectives,
network accounting policies, invent considerations and controls, and charging
practices. In-depth coverage of traffic engineering and traffic management
to size the network correctly. Addresses regulation tariffs of local- and long-haul
services, switching hierarchy, and ISDN in the public network. Prepares students
to maintain reliable service, manage costs, provide security, anticipate future
needs, and monitor legislative and regulatory activity.
264 Advanced
Networking Applications (W, Sp) 3
Prereq: CIS 263.
Exploration of leading-edge technologies employed when networks are used to
change the very way companies do business. The course content is updated every
quarter. Current information from business, industry, vendors, users, and trade
associations is featured.
280 Project
Management (W, Sp) 3
Prereq: CIS 180 or CIS 262.
Capstone course required by all programs in the CIS department. Special projects
from business relating to each program are assigned to student project teams.
Students will use project management and system development techniques on the
project related to information technology. Provides an opportunity to become
familiar with project management software.
282 Information
Systems Development Seminar (F, W, Sp) 2
Prereq: CIS 160.
An opportunity is provided for the student to explore current topics and develop
skills necessary to function competently in the business world of information
technology. Resume writing, cover letters, group and individual interviewing
techniques, job research, portfolio development, business ethics, and an information
systems professional organizations overview are included. CIS 282 is required
for graduation by all CIS departmental programs.
291 Independent
Study (Su, F, W, Sp) 1
Prereq: Permission.
Designed to give the advanced CIS student the opportunity to pursue special
projects in information technology beyond the scope of the regular CIS class.
292 Independent
Study (Su, F, W, Sp) 2
Prereq: Permission.
Designed to give the advanced CIS student the opportunity to pursue special
projects in information technology beyond the scope of the regular CIS class.
293 Independent
Study (Su, F, W, Sp) 3
Prereq: Permission.
Designed to give the advanced CIS student the opportunity to pursue special
projects in information technology beyond the scope of the regular CIS class.
294 Independent
Study (Su, F, W, Sp) 4
Prereq: Permission.
Designed to give the advanced CIS student the opportunity to pursue special
projects in information processing beyond the scope of a regular CIS class.
295 Independent
Study (Su, F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: Permission.
Designed to give the advanced CIS student the opportunity to pursue special
projects in information processing beyond the scope of a regular CIS class.
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COMPUTER SCIENCE
(C SCI)
100 Survey
of Computing (Su, F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: COMPASS reading score of 88
or above.
General survey of the capabilities, limitations, and problems associated with
computers; basic terminology of computer systems; systems analysis and design;
characteristics of hardware and software; and data representation and organization.
Includes introduction to programming and problem solving and use of applications
in the business environment: word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software,
and database software.
105 Computer
Applications I (Su, F, W, Sp) 3
Prereq: COMPASS reading score of 88
or above.
Introduction to the capabilities of practical, everyday computer applications;
the computer as a tool; basic word processing; spreadsheets; database; and
operating environment.
115 Client
Programming I (Su, F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: C SCI 142.
A course in problem solving and computer programming from the client perspective.
Plan, design, write, and document fundamental computer programs to solve business
problems.
116 Client
Programming II (F, W) 5
Prereq: C SCI 115.
An intermediate class in object-oriented, event-driven programming in a Windows
environment. Create client applications containing the most common features
of a graphical user interface (GUI). Prospective students should have prior
understanding of programming concepts and experience using Microsoft Windows.
142 Object-Oriented
Programming (Su, F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: C SCI 100 or C SCI 105.
Basic programming and object-oriented concepts. Highlights include procedural
and functional abstraction with simple built-in data type manipulation. Basic
abilities of writing, executing, and debugging programs. Emphasis is on learning
to develop algorithms using the principles of top-down design and step-wise
refinement and modularity in object-oriented programming paradigm. Based on
ACM curriculum guidelines for Computer Science I.
143 Object-Oriented
Programming II (W, Sp) 5
Prereq: C SCI 142 and MATH 115.
This is a continuation of object-oriented design and programming begun in C
SCI 142. Highlights include implementation of interfaces; modularity; abstraction
data types, stacks, queues, sets; algorithms and analysis, searching, sorting;
data structures, linked lists, trees; recursion. Emphasis is on learning to
develop algorithms using the principles of top-down design and step-wise refinement
and modularities in object-oriented programming paradigm. Based on ACM curriculum
guidelines for Computer Science II.
151 Object-Oriented
Programming with C++ (Su, F) 5
Prereq: C SCI 142.
Emphasis is on developing algorithms using principles of top-down design, modularity,
and structured programming. Students write programs in a structured, high-level
language using local variables; data typing; arrays and array processing; control
structures; functions and procedures with parameters. Introduction to objects
in C++. Based on ACM curriculum guidelines for Computer Science I.
152 Data
Structures (Su, F, W) 5
Prereq: C SCI 151 or permission.
Discussion of strings, stacks, linked lists, queues, trees, classes; templates
and other data structures; sorting searching; program specification and algorithmic
analysis; object-oriented concepts; implementing data abstraction, encapsulation,
abstract base classes, inheritance and polymorphism. Using the Standard Template
Library. Based on ACM guidelines for Computer Science II.
205 Microcomputer
Applications II (Su, F, W, Sp) 3
Prereq: C SCI 105.
An intermediate class in microcomputer applications in a Windows environment.
Advanced features of applications including presentation tools, spreadsheets,
and word processing and e-mail. Emphasis on integrating applications using
OLE, publishing documents to the World Wide Web, and customizing applications
using scripting.
215 Intermediate
Visual Basic II (Su, F, W) 5
Prereq: C SCI 116.
A challenging, intermediate class in object-oriented, event-driven programming
in a Windows environment. Plan, design, create, and debug applications containing
most features of a graphical user interface (GUI). Introduction to tiered applications
using custom objects.
216 Advanced
Programming with VB (Sp) 5
Prereq: C SCI 215.
An advanced class in object-oriented programming in an event-driven environment.
Emphasis on the graphical user interface, data access and manipulation, and
development of custom procedures and controls. Use of classes containing methods
and properties. Advanced debugging, extensibility, and linking to external
routines will be covered. Also covered: ActiveX Data Objects, user controls,
and dynamic linked libraries, DHTML, XML, ASP.
252 Advanced
Data Structures (W, Sp) 5
Prereq: C SCI 152.
Algorithms analysis using trees, stacks, linked lists, queues, priority queues,
classes; templates and the STL; program specifications and contracts; object-oriented
implementation; implementing data abstraction, encapsulation, abstract base
classes, inheritance and polymorphism. Based on ACM guidelines for Computer
Science II.
255 Advanced
Programming with C++ (Su, Sp) 5
Prereq: C SCI 252.
An advanced course in object-oriented programming concepts using the C++ language
with an emphasis on customizing applications for a graphical user interface.
Topics include structured types, advanced pointers, function and operator overloading,
memory management, inheritance, information hiding, data abstraction and generic
classes (STL). Also covered: MFCs, streams, in-line operations, and advanced
debugging techniques.
291 Special
Studies (Su, F, W, Sp) 1
Prereq: Permission.
Designed to give the advanced C SCI student the opportunity to pursue special
projects in information technology beyond the scope of a regular C SCI class.
292 Special
Studies (Su, F, W, Sp) 2
Prereq: Permission.
Designed to give the advanced C SCI student the opportunity to pursue special
projects in information technology beyond the scope of a regular C SCI class.
293 Special
Studies (Su, F, W, Sp) 3
Prereq: Permission.
Designed to give the advanced C SCI student the opportunity to pursue special
projects in information technology beyond the scope of a regular C SCI class.
294 Special
Studies (Su, F, W, Sp) 4
Prereq: Permission.
Designed to give the advanced C SCI student the opportunity to pursue special
projects in information technology beyond the scope of a regular C SCI class.
295 Special
Studies (Su, F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: Permission.
Designed to give the advanced C SCI student the opportunity to pursue special
projects in information technology beyond the scope of a regular C SCI class.
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COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
(COOP)
139 Cooperative
Education Preparatory Seminar (Su, F, W, Sp) 1
Prereq: Permission.
This seminar is to be taken a quarter prior to COOP 140/240. Students will
prepare for a work-based learning experience by producing a resume and cover
letter, developing interviewing skills, identifying the hidden job market,
and developing a plan for an internship search.
140 Cooperative
Education (Su, F, W, Sp) 1–7
Prereq: Permission.
Cooperative education provides an opportunity for students to combine classroom
theory with practical work experience. Work experience gained in the workplace
is related to the student’s major or career goals.
141 Cooperative
Education Seminar (F) 1
Prereq: Permission.
This seminar, taken concurrently with COOP 140, is designed to allow for weekly
feedback of faculty by students regarding the tasks and training their co-op
positions have provided. Students share experiences and learn from the information
provided by fellow classmates.
240 Cooperative
Education (Su, F, W, Sp) 1–7
Prereq: Permission.
Cooperative education provides an opportunity for students to combine classroom
theory with practical work experience. Work experience gained in the workplace
is related to the student’s major or career goals.
241 Cooperative
Education Seminar (Su, F, W, Sp) 1
Prereq: Permission.
This seminar, taken concurrently with COOP 240, is designed to allow for weekly
feedback of faculty by students regarding the tasks and training their co-op
positions have provided. Students share experiences and learn from the information
provided by fellow classmates.
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CULTURE, GENDER,
AND GLOBAL STUDIES (CGG)
110 Global
Studies (Su, F, W, Sp) 5
Explores the impact of globalization and growing interdependence of the world.
Focuses on timely issues and trends that impact students’ everyday lives.
Each section will have course materials organized around a specific topic such
as regions of the world.
112 CGG Seminar
(W) 2
CGG 112 is a lecture/discussion course on current topics in culture, gender,
and global studies.
115 Society
and the Arts (F, W, Sp) 5
Examination of a theme through significant works of literature, visual art,
music, and/or film. Theme varies, but it is always related to at least one
of the following: 1) groups historically marginalized on the basis of culture,
race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, class, or disability; and/or 2)
a culture or society traditionally underrepresented in the curriculum, e.g.,
cultures of Africa, Asia, the Pacific Islands, Native America, Latin America,
and the Middle East. Focus is on expressions of identity and resistance to
discrimination and stereotyping.
135 African
American Experience I (F, Sp) 5
Survey of principal developments in the culture, history, and political economy
of peoples of African descent in North America (the U.S.) from 1619–1863.
Examines slavery and liberatory activities; family, kinship, and voluntary
associations; language; religion; aesthetic and expressive practices; identity
formation; and inter- and intragroup issues.
136 African
American Experience II 5
Survey of the construction of African American culture and society after Emancipation;
white supremacy and black resistance; development of philosophical, intellectual,
cultural traditions, Emancipation to the Harlem Renaissance; institution building;
African Americans and world relationships; struggle for equal rights.
137 African
American Experience III (Sp) 5
Survey of changes in African American culture and society in the post-Black
Social Movement (BSM); examination of Vietnam War on African American society;
economic and cultural changes in post-BSM African American society; contemporary
issues in African American culture: colorism, multiracial identity construction;
hip hop and other expressive culture formations; aesthetics and identity construction;
gender relations; inter-group relations; African Americans in the world system;
changing U.S. demographics; and AIDS.
155 Native
American Studies (Sp) 5
An interdisciplinary survey of the United States’s contemporary Native
American cultures and the complex issues confronting them. Includes study of
American Indian history, literature, music, and film. Includes particular emphasis
upon Native peoples’ historical and contemporary relationships with other
American ethnic groups, the persistence of indigenous languages and traditional
cultural values, and current political events in Indian country.
156 Northwest
Native Peoples (Sp) 5
This is an interdisciplinary survey of the traditions and cultures of Indian
Tribes of the Pacific Northwest and Alaska Native Peoples. Study of the Northwest
and Alaska Native Peoples’ history, literature, economic pursuits, music,
film, and indigenous languages. Particular emphasis on the Northwest and Alaska
Peoples’ historical static relationships with local, city, county, state,
and federal governments as well as with other Northwest tribes.
160 Social Issues
(F, W, Sp) 5
Examination of a contemporary and/or historical socio-cultural issue. Topics
vary, but they are always considered from perspectives that have been historically
marginalized or underrepresented in the curriculum. The course may focus on
a topic within a specific cultural community or across a number of communities.
Topics include the environment, law, migration, poverty, and health.
175 The Latino
Experience (Sp) 5
An interdisciplinary overview examining the Latino experience in the U.S. Topics
include Latino ethnicity and identity formation; culture; racial, and gender
relations; socioeconomic and labor issues; immigration; language; and representation.
183 Special
Topics (F, W, Sp) 3
Content varies from quarter to quarter. See individual instructor for information.
184 Special
Topics (F, W, Sp) 4
Content varies from quarter to quarter. See individual instructor for information.
185 Special
Topics (F, W, Sp) 5
Content varies from quarter to quarter. See individual instructor for information.
186 Exploring
the World (F, W, Sp) 5
Explores world culture, gender, and human rights.
200 Introduction
to Women Studies (F, W) 5
Analysis of the social construction and enforcement of gender differences and
gender inequalities in various contexts. Emphasis on the intersection of race,
ethnicity, class, sexuality, and nationality in the lives of women. Topics
may include feminist theory, reproduction and motherhood, popular culture,
sexual autonomy, racism, lesbian identities, and activism in a global context.
205 Asian
American Studies (F) 5
An interdisciplinary survey course of the Asian American experience. Topics
include immigration; interment; the development of pan-Asian American social,
political, and cultural movements; gender issues; the Model Minority Myth;
and issues of race and representation.
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