Academic Courses
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Business Communication BUS-260Business and Information Technologies Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to develop skills in writing business communications. Emphasis is placed on business reports, correspondence, and professional…
This course is designed to develop skills in writing business communications. Emphasis is placed on business reports, correspondence, and professional presentations. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate effectively in the work place.
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Business Ethics BUS-240Business and Information Technologies Credit Hours: 3
This course introduces contemporary and controversial ethical issues that face the business community. Topics include moral reasoning, moral dilemmas,…
This course introduces contemporary and controversial ethical issues that face the business community. Topics include moral reasoning, moral dilemmas, law and morality, equity, justice and fairness, ethical standards, and moral development. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of their moral responsibilities and obligations as members of the workforce and society.
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Business Finance BUS-225Business and Information Technologies Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an overview of business financial management. Emphasis is placed on financial statement analysis, time value of money, management…
This course provides an overview of business financial management. Emphasis is placed on financial statement analysis, time value of money, management of cash flow, risk and return, and sources of financing. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret and apply the principles of financial management.
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Business Law I BUS-115Business and Information Technologies Credit Hours: 3
This course introduces the student to the legal and ethical framework of business. Contracts, negotiable instruments, the law of sales, torts, crimes,…
This course introduces the student to the legal and ethical framework of business. Contracts, negotiable instruments, the law of sales, torts, crimes, constitutional law, the Uniform Commercial Code, and the court systems are examined. Upon completion the student should be able to identify legal and ethical issues that arise in business decisions and the laws that apply to them.
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C++ Programming CSC-134Business and Information Technologies Credit Hours: 3
This course introduces computer programming using the C++ programming language with object-oriented programming principles. Emphasis is placed on…
This course introduces computer programming using the C++ programming language with object-oriented programming principles. Emphasis is placed on event=driven programming methods, including creating and manipulating objects, classes, and using object-oriented tools such as the class debugger. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test and debug at a beginning level.
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CAD I DFT-151Applied Engineering Technologies Credit Hours: 3
This course introduces CAD software as a drawing tool. Topics include drawing, editing, file management, and plotting. Upon completion, students…
This course introduces CAD software as a drawing tool. Topics include drawing, editing, file management, and plotting. Upon completion, students should be able to produce and plot a CAD drawing.
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Calculus I MAT-271Mathematics and Sciences Credit Hours: 4
This course is designed to develop the topics of differential and integral calculus. Emphasis is placed on limits, continuity, derivatives and integrals…
This course is designed to develop the topics of differential and integral calculus. Emphasis is placed on limits, continuity, derivatives and integrals of algebraic and transcendental functions of one variable. Upon completion, students should be able to select and use appropriate models and techniques for finding solutions to derivative-related problems with and without technology.
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Calculus II MAT-272Mathematics and Sciences Credit Hours: 4
This course is designed to develop advanced topics of differential and integral calculus. Emphasis is placed on the applications of definite integrals,…
This course is designed to develop advanced topics of differential and integral calculus. Emphasis is placed on the applications of definite integrals, techniques of integration, indeterminate forms, improper integrals, infinite series, conic sections, parametric equations, polar coordinates, and differential equations. Upon completion, students should be able to select and use appropriate models and techniques for finding solutions to integral-related problems with and without technology.
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Calculus III MAT-273Mathematics and Sciences Credit Hours: 4
This course is designed to develop the topics of multivariate calculus. Emphasis is placed on multivariate functions, partial derivatives, multiple…
This course is designed to develop the topics of multivariate calculus. Emphasis is placed on multivariate functions, partial derivatives, multiple integration, solid analytical geometry, vector valued functions, and line and surface integrals. Upon completion, students should be able to select and use appropriate models and techniques for finding the solution to multivariate-related problems with and without technology.
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Cardiology EMS 160Emergency Management Credit Hours: 3
This course introduces the study of cardiovascular emergencies and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include anatomy and physiology,…
This course introduces the study of cardiovascular emergencies and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, electrophysiology, and rhythm interpretation. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and interpret rhythms.
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Cardiology II EMS 220Emergency Management Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an in-depth study of cardiovascular emergencies and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include assessment and treatment…
This course provides an in-depth study of cardiovascular emergencies and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include assessment and treatment of cardiac emergencies, cardiac pharmacology, and patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to manage the cardiac patient.
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Case Management HSE-220Humanities and Social Sciences Credit Hours: 3
This course covers the variety of tasks associated with professional case management. Topics include treatment planning, needs assessment, referral…
This course covers the variety of tasks associated with professional case management. Topics include treatment planning, needs assessment, referral procedures, and follow-up and integration of services. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively manage the care of the whole person from initial contact through termination of services.
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Certification Practices WLD-261Applied Engineering Technologies Credit Hours: 2
This course covers certification requirements for industrial welding processes. Topics include techniques and certification requirements for prequalified…
This course covers certification requirements for industrial welding processes. Topics include techniques and certification requirements for prequalified joint geometry. Upon completion, students should be able to perform welds on carbon steel plate and/or pipe according to applicable codes.
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Child Development I EDU 144Public Services Credit Hours: 3
This course includes the theories of child development, observation and assessment, milestones, and factors that influence development, from conception…
This course includes the theories of child development, observation and assessment, milestones, and factors that influence development, from conception through approximately 36 months. Emphasis is placed on knowledge, observation and assessment of developmental sequences in approaches to play/learning,
emotional/social, health/physical, language/communication and cognitive domains. Upon completion, students should be able to compare/contrast typical atypical developmental characteristics, explain biological and environmental factors that impact development, and identify evidence-based strategies for enhancing development for children that are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse.
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Child Development II EDU 145Public Services Credit Hours:
This course includes the theories of child development, observation and assessment, milestones, and factors that influence development, from preschool…
This course includes the theories of child development, observation and assessment, milestones, and factors that influence development, from preschool through middle childhood. Emphasis is placed on knowledge, observation and assessment of developmental sequences in approaches to play/learning, emotional/ social, health/physical, language/communication and cognitive domains. Upon completion, students should be able to compare/contrast typical/atypical developmental characteristics, explain biological and environmental factors that impact development, and identify evidence-based strategies for enhancing development for children that are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse.
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Child Guidance EDU 146Public Services Credit Hours: 3
This course introduces evidence-based strategies to build nurturing relationships with each child by applying principles and practical techniques…
This course introduces evidence-based strategies to build nurturing relationships with each child by applying principles and practical techniques to facilitate developmentally appropriate guidance. Topics include designing responsive/supportive learning environments, cultural, linguistic and socio-economic influences on behavior, appropriate expectations, the importance of communication with children/families including using technology and the use of formative assessments in establishing intentional strategies for children with unique needs. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate direct/indirect strategies to encourage social skills, self-regulation, emotional expression and positive behaviors while recognizing the relationship between children’s social, emotional and cognitive development.
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Child, Family and Community EDU 131Public Services Credit Hours: 3
This course covers the development of partnerships among culturally, linguistically and ability diverse families, children, schools and communities…
This course covers the development of partnerships among culturally, linguistically and ability diverse families, children, schools and communities through the use of evidence-based strategies. Emphasis is placed on developing skills and identifying benefits for establishing and supporting respectful relationships between diverse families, programs/schools, and community agencies/resources reflective of the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and the Code of Ethics for North Carolina Educators. Upon completion, students should be able to identify appropriate relationship building strategies between diverse families, children birth through adolescence, schools, and communities and demonstrate a variety of communication skills including appropriate use of technology to support every child.
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Children with Exceptionalities EDU 221Public Services Credit Hours: 3
This course covers atypical patterns of child development, inclusive/diverse settings, evidenced-based educational/family plans, differentiated instruction,…
This course covers atypical patterns of child development, inclusive/diverse settings, evidenced-based educational/family plans, differentiated instruction, adaptive materials, and assistive technology. Emphasis is placed on the characteristics of exceptionalities and delays, early intervention/special education, transitions, observation, developmental screening, formative assessment of children, and collaborating with families and community partners. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize diverse abilities, describe the referral process, identify community resources, explain the importance of collaboration with families/ professionals, and develop appropriate strategies/adaptations to support children in all environments with best practices as defined by laws, policies and the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development.
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Circuit Analysis I ELC-131Corporate and Economic Development Credit Hours: 4
This course introduces DC and AC electricity with an emphasis on circuit analysis, measurements, and operation of test equipment. Topics include…
This course introduces DC and AC electricity with an emphasis on circuit analysis, measurements, and operation of test equipment. Topics include DC and AC principles, circuit analysis laws and theorems, components, test equipment operation, circuit simulation, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret circuit schematics; design, construct, verify, and analyze DC/AC circuits; and properly use test equipment.
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Circuit Analysis I Lab ELC-131ACorporate and Economic Development Credit Hours: 1
This course provides laboratory assignments as applied to fundamental principles of DC/AC electricity. Emphasis is placed on measurements and evaluation…
This course provides laboratory assignments as applied to fundamental principles of DC/AC electricity. Emphasis is placed on measurements and evaluation of electrical components, devices and circuits. Upon completion, the students will gain hands-on experience by measuring voltage, current, and opposition to current flow utilizing various meters and test equipment.
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Classical Cuisine CUL-250Public Services Credit Hours: 5
This course is designed to reinforce the classical culinary kitchen. Topics include the working Grand Brigade of the kitchen, signature dishes and…
This course is designed to reinforce the classical culinary kitchen. Topics include the working Grand Brigade of the kitchen, signature dishes and classical banquets. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in food preparation in a classical/upscale restaurant or banquet setting.
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Classroom Management and Instruction EDU 163Public Services Credit Hours: 3
This course examines classroom management and evidence-based instructional strategies that create supportive learning environments to provide developmentally…
This course examines classroom management and evidence-based instructional strategies that create supportive learning environments to provide developmentally appropriate guidance for school-age populations. Topics include classroom management and organization, teaching strategies, individual student differences and learning styles, ongoing systematic observation, and developmentally appropriate classroom guidance techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize developmentally appropriate behavior management and high quality instructional strategies that enhance the teaching/learning process and promote student’s academic success.
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Client/Media Relations GRD-285Business and Information Technologies Credit Hours: 2
This course introduces media pricing, scheduling, and business ethics. Emphasis is placed on communication with clients and determination of clients’…
This course introduces media pricing, scheduling, and business ethics. Emphasis is placed on communication with clients and determination of clients’ advertising needs. Upon completion, students should be able to use professional communication skills to effectively orchestrate client/media relationships.
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Clinical Perspectives MED-262Health Sciences Credit Hours: 1
This course is designed to explore personal and occupational responsibilities of the practicing medical assistant. Emphasis is placed on problems…
This course is designed to explore personal and occupational responsibilities of the practicing medical assistant. Emphasis is placed on problems encountered during externships and development of problem-solving skills. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate courteous and diplomatic behavior when solving problems in the medical facility.
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Cloud and Storage Concepts CTI-141Business and Information Technologies Credit Hours: 3
This course introduces cloud computing and storage concepts. Emphasis is placed on cloud terminology, virtualization, storage networking and access…
This course introduces cloud computing and storage concepts. Emphasis is placed on cloud terminology, virtualization, storage networking and access control. Upon completion, students should be able to perform tasks related to installation, configuration and management of cloud storage systems.