May 01, 2024  
2020-2021 College Catalog 
    
2020-2021 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Accounting

  
  • ACCT 1100 - Applied Accounting

    3 credit(s)
    This course is designed for accounting and non-accounting majors. Applied Accounting will provide an introduction to accounting concepts, basic accounting vocabulary, and financial statements. The course will demonstrate the necessary skills for entry-level accounting support personnel including the accounting cycle, special journal usage, cash reconciliation, basic payroll recordkeeping and an introduction to financial statement analysis.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ACCT 1200 - Principles of Accounting I

    3 credit(s)
    This course is designed to provide introductory knowledge of accounting principles, concepts, and practices. Included topics are the balance sheet, the income statement, the statement of owner’s equity, the statement of cash flows, worksheets, journals, ledgers, accruals, adjusting and closing entries, internal control, inventories, fixed and intangible assets, liabilities, equity, and financial statement analysis. This course provides a foundation for more advanced work in the fields of accounting and business.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ACCT 1210 - Principles of Accounting II

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    This course is a continuation of ACCT 1200.  Principles of Accounting II includes cost relationship, statement analysis, and other accounting techniques used for management purposes and decision-making. 
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ACCT 1340 - Excel - Business Applications

    3 credit(s)
    Utilizing a spreadsheet program, students will learn intermediate and advanced techniques. Students will develop spreadsheets that are accurate, functional, and easy to use. Emphasis will be on functions and operations needed for use of spreadsheets in accounting.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ACCT 1350 - Payroll Accounting

    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   or   
    A study of essential payroll accounting procedures including underlying laws and regulations. Students perform payroll calculations, record payroll transactions, maintain payroll records and prepare payroll tax returns.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ACCT 1610 - Personal Income Tax

    3 credit(s)
    A study of federal income taxes for individuals, including filing requirements, gross income, capital gains and losses, business and personal deductions and other special computations.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ACCT 1630 - QuickBooks Accounting

    2 credit(s)
    A hands-on study of the fundamentals of computerized accounting. Students use QuickBooks software to set up a business accounting system, enter transactions, and print and interpret financial reports.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ACCT 1640 - Sage 50 Accounting

    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   or   
    A hands-on study of the fundamentals of computerized accounting. Students use SAGE 50 software to set up a business accounting system, enter transactions and print and interpret financial reports.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ACCT 2300 - Intermediate Accounting I

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    A comprehensive study of financial accounting concepts and standards. Coverage includes a review of the accounting process, preparation of financial statements and the theoretical foundation of accounting.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ACCT 2350 - Accounting for Management

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    An overview of accounting principles and financial analysis from the viewpoint of internal management users. Budgeting, cost behaviors, cost allocation and decision-making techniques are examined.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ACCT 2390 - Quickbooks Certified User Prep

    1 credit(s)
    Prepares students for the QuickBooks Certified User Certification (QBCU). The QuickBooks certification will validate that the student has developed their technology skills beyond basic competency and gives tangible proof that the student can use the software program effectively. QuickBooks Certification is based on U.S. accounting guidelines. Testing Fee Required.
    Contact Hours: Class-
  
  • ACCT 2610 - Business Income Tax

    3 credit(s)
    A study of sole proprietorship, partnership and corporation tax preparation with emphasis on depreciation, self-employment, capital gains and losses and completion of appropriate forms.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ACCT 2690 - Accounting Capstone

    2 credit(s)
    Note: All required courses for the Accounting Specialization for the AAS degree must be completed or taken concurrently to register for this course. Review and research of accounting topics previously studied. The course includes the student’s final assessment presentation portfolio to complete the business administration degree program with an accounting specialization.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

Advanced Manufacturing Design Technology

  
  • AMDT 1000 - Blueprint Reading

    3 credit(s)
    Students will learn the principles of visualization, understanding of basic and advanced part drawings and reading and interpreting industrial blueprints.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AMDT 1010 - Precision Measurement & Safety

    3 credit(s)
    Introduction to occupational safety and precision measurement.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AMDT 1030 - Manual Machining

    3 credit(s)
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time: AMDT 1010
    Provides technical information and fundamentals necessary for basic operations associated with engine lathe, vertical mill, and surface grinder. Fundamental knowledge of steel and effect of its alloys, application of heat treating, and hardness testing.
    Contact Hours: Class- 8 Practical Lab- 112 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AMDT 1080 - Introduction to CNC

    3 credit(s)
    This course provides introductory knowledge for basic CNC Lathe and Mill programming, setup, and operation.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AMDT 1200 - CNC Lathe Operations

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): AMDT 1080 Introduction to CNC  
    Provides fundamental technical information and the practical experience necessary for programming, editing and operating a CNC lathe.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AMDT 1220 - CNC Mill Operations

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): AMDT 1080 Introduction to CNC  
    Provides fundamental technical information and the practical experience necessary for programming, editing and operating a computer numerical-controlled machine.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AMDT 1240 - CAD/CAM Fundamentals

    4 credit(s)
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time: AMDT 1200 CNC Lathe Operations  & AMDT 1220 CNC Mill Operations  
    Fundamental skills are developed in utilizing CAD/CAM software to design parts and develop machine program for milling and turning operations.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 90 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AMDT 2750 - Injection Molding Basics

    3 credit(s)
    Fundamental skills are developed in setup and operating an injection molding press. Basic understanding of injection mold and injection molding terminology will be covered.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AMDT 2840 - Fixture Construction

    3 credit(s)
    Fundamental skills are developed in the construction of a fixture.
    Contact Hours: Class- 22 Practical Lab- 68 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AMDT 2850 - Die Design I

    3 credit(s)
    Covers die design fundamentals and introduces various types of dies, mechanisms and components commonly used in die design.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AMDT 2870 - Die Making

    3 credit(s)
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time: AMDT 2850 Die Design I  
    Fundamental skills are developed in constructing a single function die.
    Contact Hours: Class- 22 Practical Lab- 68 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AMDT 2910 - Mold Finishing

    3 credit(s)
    Develop necessary skills in polishing, texturing and engraving mold cavities. Develop skill to repair damaged mold cavities.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AMDT 2920 - Mold Design

    3 credit(s)
    Fundamental skills are developed in utilizing CAD software to design a piece part and plastic injection mold.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AMDT 2940 - Mold Construction I

    3 credit(s)
    Introduction to basic mold construction techniques, including basic mold making practices and procedures. Includes constructing the mold cavity and constructing the mold core.
    Contact Hours: Class- 22 Practical Lab- 68 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  

Agricultural Sciences

  
  • AGRI 1000 - Agribusiness Applications

    2 credit(s)
    A review of mathematical applications in crop and livestock production and in agribusiness and financial management.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 1030 - Introduction to Agriculture & Natural Resources

    3 credit(s)
    The study of agricultural and natural resource systems. The interrelationship and the impact of increased human involvement on these systems.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 1110 - Farm Accounting

    3 credit(s)
    An in-depth study of farm accounting covering the use of the account book, statistical records, depreciation and financial statements.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 1260 - Introduction to Agriculture Technology

    3 credit(s)
    Introduction to the concepts of precision agriculture, the tools of precision agriculture, and how they work together. GIS, GPS, remote sensing, and VRT (variable rate technologies) and their role in managing and monitoring crops and pastures will be discussed.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 1310 - Plant Science

    3 credit(s)
    A broad study of basic principles of facts relating to the major field, food and fiber crops produced in the United States.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 1320 - Corn & Soybean Production

    3 credit(s)
    A comprehensive study of modern-day corn and soybean production to include plant growth, varieties, tillage, fertilization, pests, harvesting, storage and marketing.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 1340 - Forage Production

    2 credit(s)
    Grasses and legumes of Nebraska and emphasizing the role they play in a productive livestock industry. Includes management practices and production practices for both cultivated and natural forages.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 15 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 1350 - Plant Science Lab

    1 credit(s)
    Study of the agronomic plant kingdom with emphasis on anatomy, development, and reproduction of angiosperms.
    Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 1360 - Cropland & Range Management

    3 credit(s)
    Examines how crop inputs are managed, including seed, nutrients, crop protection, and other best management practices for producing a crop using modern agriculture inputs in a sustainable way. Other Precision Agriculture courses will rely on an understanding of crop needs and management described in this course.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 1370 - Water Management

    2 credit(s)
    Examines water budget, precipitation, evapotranspiration, runoff and stream flow, groundwater, water quality parameters, chemigation, fertigation economics of water, and water policy. Includes variable rate irrigation and soil moisture probes as they apply to precision agriculture.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 1380 - GPS, Sensors & Controllers

    2 credit(s)
    Describes several tools including GPS, grid samples, moisture probes, and other sensors used for collecting field data. Understanding application controllers and how they read input files for applying the correct amount of seed, fertilizer, and other crop inputs in the field.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 1390 - Integrating Sensors & Controls

    2 credit(s)
    Integrating sensors and controls with equipment and applying a plan. Discusses the importance of integrating controllers and calibrating application equipment for the accurate application of crop inputs.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 1410 - Agricultural Economics

    3 credit(s)
    Examines the structure and organization of the agricultural industry and basic micro- and macroeconomic principles as they apply to agriculture.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 1450 - Agricultural Sales & Service

    3 credit(s)
    Introduction to the concepts and practices used in the selling of agricultural products. Course includes time management, sales, planning and sales presentations.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 1530 - Soil Science

    4 credit(s)
    Soil structure, soil water, and air as they relate to crop production. Course includes lab components, including physical properties, soil classification, organic matter, soil nutrients and fertility management.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 1550 - Soil Analysis

    3 credit(s)
    Technical and practical information concerning the analyzing of soil fertility. Lab portion of course includes analytical procedures, analysis, and test result interpretation.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 1700 - Animal Science

    4 credit(s)
    Deals with world food and animal production. Course includes world food production, genetics, livestock feeding, beef, dairy cattle, sheep, swine, poultry and horses.
    Contact Hours: Class- 60 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 2010 - Agricultural Enterprise Management

    4 credit(s)
    A study of organization and management of the farm business to include whole farm analysis, capital, labor, and risk management.
    Contact Hours: Class- 60 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 2110 - Agricultural Commodity Marketing

    3 credit(s)
    Introduction and use of the basic tools and fundamentals a producer may use to develop a marketing plan for their agricultural commodities. Includes basics in hedging, options and other marketing tools that can be used in limiting marketing risk.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 2360 - Variable Rate Applications

    3 credit(s)
    Examines variable rate application plans at various farming stages. Converts formulas and data into usable formats for use in applications plans. Estimate the potential ROI from implementing variable rate systems are discussed.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 2370 - Agricultural GIS

    3 credit(s)
    Analyze geographic information systems (GIS) and their capabilities, uses, and limitations. Examine basic cartographic concepts including manipulation, analysis and graphic representation of spatial information as it relates to agriculture. Agriculture mapping technology design principles will be discussed.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 2380 - Precision Ag Software

    3 credit(s)
    Examines general GIS and precision agriculture specific software to understand how most GIS and precision agriculture software use similar methods of geospatial analysis. Understanding how data types are imported, manipulated, and mapped to represent field conditions that become the inputs for management plans makes it easier to work with any desktop or Internet based precision agriculture software.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 2560 - Legal Aspects in Agriculture

    3 credit(s)
    Legal aspects of agriculture: taxation, contracts, property rights, buying and selling real estate, condemnation, land use regulations, leases, co-ownerships, partnerships, corporations, commercial transactions, credit, liability, insurance, estate planning, water law, and agricultural regulations. A practical exposure to the legal institutions of Nebraska.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 2590 - Agribusiness Capstone

    2 credit(s)
    Provides students with the opportunity to bring their internship experience into a seminar format. Students will develop and present a comprehensive report evaluating their course of study and their ability to apply skills acquired to a career in agriculture.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 2640 - Chemical Application Management

    3 credit(s)
    Reading and understanding pesticide labels, calibration of application equipment, personal and environmental safety, and pesticide use in an integrated pest management program are covered. Prepares student to take the Nebraska Commercial Applicator exam.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 2700 - Animal Health Practices

    4 credit(s)
    Animal health management of domestic farm animals with emphasis on beef, dairy, swine, and horses.
    Contact Hours: Class- 60 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 2720 - Beef Production

    3 credit(s)
    The study of beef production as it relates to the beef industry, bovine reproduction and genetics, cow/calf, stocker/ feeder and feedlot management, nutrients, beef products, herd health, and facilities.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 2730 - Swine Production

    3 credit(s)
    Deals with swine reproduction management, disease, nutrition, swine growing and finishing, facilities, and pork quality improvement.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AGRI 2780 - Feeds & Feeding Practices

    3 credit(s)
    Fundamentals of basic nutrition and feeding of various species. Includes feedstuff identification, nutrient and nutrient requirements along with ration formulation for major livestock species.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

Anthropology

  
  • ANTH 1100 - Introduction to Anthropology

    3 credit(s)
    Physical evolution of humans and the origins of culture with emphasis upon crosscultural comparisons.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

Art & Design

  
  • ARTS 1010 - Introduction to the Visual Arts

    3 credit(s)
    An appreciation of the visual arts from a historical perspective. Includes an overview of the creative process, the evolution of art, and art as it relates to society.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 1090 - History of Graphic Design

    3 credit(s)
    This course will examine the History of Graphic Design from the origins of writing to contemporary practices. The main focus of this course will be on the Industrial Revolution through the Postmodern period. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to recognize and describe major designs, designers and significant design movements.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 1250 - Art Fundamentals

    3 credit(s)
    A broadening of knowledge and appreciation of art with emphasis on basic art elements, art materials and processes, and associated basic art vocabulary development.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 1260 - Printmaking

    3 credit(s)
    Skill development and understanding of a variety of printmaking media, including linocut, woodcut, monoprint, engraving and silk screening techniques.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 1270 - Drawing I

    3 credit(s)
    Utilizing observation and imagination, the student will study and apply in individual projects the principles of drawing and perspective including the creative use of line and space.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 1280 - Oil & Acrylic Painting

    3 credit(s)
    The process of painting, the examination of the nature of painting materials, and concepts which apply to growth as a painter. Includes the human figure, still life, landscape, and imaginative material.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 1290 - Watercolor Painting

    3 credit(s)
    Materials and techniques of watercolor painting. Exploration of basic and mixed media is included.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 1300 - Visual Design

    3 credit(s)
    Identifying and solving design problems. Various projects will engage students in creative processes. Materials, techniques and vocabulary are presented and computer design introduced.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 1310 - Ceramics I

    3 credit(s)
    Processes and principles of ceramics with emphasis on design, construction, and craftsmanship. Includes hand-built materials, throwing, glazing, and firing techniques.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 1450 - Design I

    3 credit(s)
    Two-dimensional design fundamentals: concepts and processes. Studio problems are used to introduce concepts, vocabulary, and skills applicable to design in the visual communications field. In addition, an introduction to computer technology, a variety of software used in the industry and traditional design techniques.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 1500 - Introduction to Digital Photography

    3 credit(s)
    Students will be introduced to the digital darkroom. Digital cameras and scanners will be used to create digital files. Projects will include utilization of image manipulation programs/software.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 1800 - History of Photography

    3 credit(s)
    This course provides an overview of the history of photography from 1839 to present, including technological developments, aesthetic trends, styles and movements, and important photographers. Special attention is paid to the impact of the photographic image and how it has shaped modern culture worldwide.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 2240 - Life Drawing

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    An introductory course in the basics of figure drawing utilizing observation of models. Specific visual problems will acquaint the student with a variety of media and drawing techniques.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 2260 - Problems in Studio-Printmaking

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    Intensive study to further develop skills in printmaking.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 2270 - Problems in Studio-Drawing

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    Intensive study to further develop skills in drawing.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 2280 - Problems in Studio-Oil & Acrylic Painting

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    Intensive study to further develop skills in oil and acrylic painting.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 2290 - Problems in Studio-Watercolor Painting

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    Intensive study to further develop skills in watercolor painting.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 2300 - Problems in Studio-Design

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    Intensive study to further develop skills in design.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 2310 - Ceramics II

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    Processes and principles of ceramics with emphasis on design, construction, and craftsmanship. Includes hand-built materials, throwing, glazing, and firing techniques.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 2330 - Color Theory

    3 credit(s)
    An introduction to the theory of color. Students will learn several color systems, with emphasis on proper color selection, color harmonies and color mixing.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 2450 - Design II

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    Students focus on integrating computer skills to communicate and promote individual design concepts and approaches. Studio problems are used to continue study in a variety of visual disciplines. Includes computer graphic concepts and in-depth study design/working in Photoshop.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 2500 - Creative Photography

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    This course encompasses creativity in all phases of photography- analyzing, input, process and output. It promotes the exploration and expression of personal creativity through the following methods; including development and integration of technical, visual and conceptual skills and imagination in applying new knowledge. It involves a comprehensive analysis of a variety of concepts, processes and influences upon which the student can draw to develop their photographic sensibilities of creative self-expression. Historical aspects of how an image impacts society, studio lighting and location photography will also be emphasized. Students must provide a DSLR camera or a SLR camera (film then will be transferred to digital files).
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 2650 - InDesign for Designers

    3 credit(s)
    This course focuses on the use of Adobe lnDesign to study historical and contemporary practices of typography and integrate text, graphics, basic letterforms, major type families, and phot ographs into document layouts and design.
    Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ARTS 2850 - Multimedia Portfolio & Graduate Exhibit

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    This course gives students opportunity to utilize skills and knowledge from previous course work to develop a multimedia portfolio and create a public exhibit of their work. Students will write a personal statement about their work and collaborate with other graduating art students. Topics will also include self promotion and web design. This course must be taken in the student’s last semester.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0

Auto Body Technology

  
  • AUTB 1000 - Collision Repair Safety

    1 credit(s)
    Students will become familiar with safety practices associated with auto body technology. Also covered will be personal protective equipment required to work in both the metal and the refinishing areas of auto body repair technology. All current OSHA and EPA requirements will be covered.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AUTB 1250 - Basic Metal Bumping & Finishing

    2 credit(s)
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time: AUTB 1000 Collision Repair Safety  
    Designed to familiarize the student with shop routine and provide knowledge and experience in auto body sheet metal straightening and to provide an introduction to Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) theory and application.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AUTB 1260 - Welding

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    Development of skill in welding, brazing, cutting and shrinking metal; arc and spot welding are included.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 90 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AUTB 1270 - Plastic Filler & Plastic/Fiberglass Repair

    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    Students become acquainted with plastic as a fill material, application of plastic as a filler, and how to shape and finish it. They will also become familiar with composite plastics and fiberglass, and the different ways to make repairs to various body panels of those composites.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AUTB 1280 - Estimating

    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    Students learn how to communicate with the car owner, the insurance adjuster, appraise the damage to the vehicle, use the Crash Parts Book, and write up the estimate. The student will use a computer estimating program to print a computer damage estimate.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AUTB 1290 - Fender Repair & Replacement

    1 credit(s)
    Restoration of a damaged fender and the proper procedures to prepare, install, and fit a new fender to a car. 
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 15 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AUTB 1300 - Door Straightening & Alignment

    2 credit(s)
    Provides skills in many methods of door repair and in aligning the door glasses and doors to the car body. 
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AUTB 1310 - Quarter Panel Straightening

    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before):   
    Students learn the basic skills needed in the straightening and repairing of many different types of accident damage.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AUTB 1320 - Glass Installation

    1 credit(s)
    Covers installation of door glasses, including how to fit, install, and seal both rubber mounted and adhesive mounted windshields and back glasses.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 15 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AUTB 1330 - Front End Assembly

    2 credit(s)
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time:   
    Skills in installing, fitting, and aligning complete or partial front end sheet metal assembly to the automobile are developed. 
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AUTB 1340 - Frame Straightening

    2 credit(s)
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time:   
    Experience in repairing the five main types of frame damage and familiarization with the equipment to be used.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 30 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AUTB 1350 - Body Panel Replacement

    6 credit(s)
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time:   
    Skill in replacing severely damaged doors, quarter, roof, or other auto body panels and inner construction is developed.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 135 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AUTB 2500 - Introduction to Automotive Refinishing

    1 credit(s)
    Students become familiar with shop practices and are given an understanding of automotive refinishing and the opportunities that are available.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AUTB 2510 - Spray Equipment

    1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite (taken before): AUTB 1000 Collision Repair Safety  
    Familiarization with types of spray equipment used in industry. Students will disassemble the spray gun learning its working parts, how it operates, and how to properly apply a finish.
    Contact Hours: Class- 8 Practical Lab- 22 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AUTB 2520 - Refinishing Shop Equipment

    1 credit(s)
    The major pieces of equipment necessary to start a refinishing shop are discussed. Recommended types, how they operate, and how to install them are included.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AUTB 2530 - Paint Materials & Abrasives

    1 credit(s)
    Covers how, why, and where the refinishing materials and abrasives are used, as well as their cost and familiarization with them.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AUTB 2600 - Single-Stage Refinishing

    3 credit(s)
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time:    
    Actual experience in application of materials and development of skills in preparation and spraying of panels.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 90 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • AUTB 2610 - Spot Repair I

    2 credit(s)
    The following course must be taken before or at the same time:   
    Actual experience in application of materials and development of skills in preparation and application of spot refinishing using the base coat/clear coat solid refinishing procedures.
    Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 45 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
 

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