May 15, 2024  
2016-2017 Catalog SVC 
    
2016-2017 Catalog SVC [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

International Studies

  
  • IS 201 - The International System

    (5)
    This course analyzes the relationship between economic and political power. The development of the 20th/21st century world economy and the system of political states is examined. The course identifies and evaluates the major challenges that have and will continue to shape the world’s economic and political structures (e.g. the Great Depression, the Cold War, Terrorism, etc.). Prerequisite: Co-enrolled in English 101 or completion of English 101 with a C or better.
  
  • IS 202 - Cultural Interactions in an Interdependent World

    (5)
    This course examines cultural interactions among societies and civilizations including intellectual, societal, artistic and historical factors. Particular emphasis will be placed on the interaction between Western and non-Western cultures. Required course for the International Studies Certificate. None
  
  • IS 255 - International Studies: Special Topics

    (1-5)
    Students engage in individual research, directed readings, seminars, special projects, internships and/or directed travel related to faculty approved aspect(s) of international studies. Instructor permission required both for credit hours determination and project content. None

Japanese

  
  • JAPN 100 - Introduction to Japanese Language

    (3)
    Introduction to Japanese culture and language with emphasis on speaking, listening, and comprehension of the spoken word. Prerequisite: place into ENGL 98, or C or better or concurrent enrollment in ENGL 97.
  
  • JAPN& 121 - Japanese I: D

    (5)
    Pronunciation, vocabulary development, reading and writing of Hiragana, fundamentals of grammar and syntax, oral exercises, reading, conversation, and cultural studies. Prerequisite: place into ENGL 98, or C or better in ENGL 97.
  
  • JAPN& 122 - Japanese II: D

    (5)
    Continued study of pronunciation; vocabulary development; reading and writing of Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji; fundamentals of grammar and syntax; oral exercises; reading; conversation; and cultural studies. Prerequisite: JAPN& 121 with a grade of C or better or instructor’s permission.
  
  • JAPN& 123 - Japanese III: D

    (5)
    Expand verbal and written communication skills; continue study of grammar and syntax, oral exercises, reading, conversation, and culture. Read and write Hiragana, Katakana, and approximately 200 Kanji characters. Prerequisite: JAPN& 122 with a grade of C or better or instructor’s permission
  
  • JAPN 299 - Learning into Action

    (15)
    Student develops and completes curriculum-related independent project which demonstrates skills and abilities and explores career options. May include, but is not limited to, service learning, original research, and travel abroad. Faculty sponsor approval required. Students with 45 transferable college credits are eligible to begin Learning into Action. None

Journalism

  
  • JOUR 101 - Introduction to Journalism & Newswriting

    (5)
    The course is designed to develop skill in investigative research and reporting, news-writing, and the basic principles of journalism. This introductory class focuses primarily on researching, writing/reporting skills. Completion of English 101 with a C or better
  
  • JOUR 201 - Newspaper Production

    (2)
    This course is designed to develop skill in newspaper layout and desk-top publishing. Completion of Journalism 101 with a C or better or instructor’s permission
  
  • JOUR 202 - Advanced Journalism

    (2)
    This course is designed to continue development of investigative research, news-writing and reporting skills. Completion of Journalism 101 with a C or better or instructor’s permission

Library

  
  • LIB 101 - Information Research Skills

    (2)
    Introduction to information research with emphasis on inquiry and evaluation of print and electronics. Students will learn to do independent research via lecture and hands-on experience. None

Manufacturing Technology

  
  • MANF 100 - Introduction to Tools

    (3)
    Overview of the tools and techniques used in modern industry. Includes measurement tools, basic hand tools, tools for the automotive, marine and diesel trades, tools for welding and composite industry and modern industrial equipment. Fundamental computer use is integrated into the coursework. None
  
  • MANF 101 - Introduction to Technical Trades

    (3)
    Overview of the modern industrial sector including a historical look at systems and organizations. Includes automotive, diesel and marine trades, applications of welding and composite skills, metrology and modern manufacturing techniques. Fundamental writing and professional communication is integrated into the coursework. Industry speakers, career exploration and industry site visits included. None
  
  • MANF 103 - Introduction to Quality Assurance

    (3)
    Introduction to the principles and purpose of Quality Assurance Management including an overview and awareness of the history, concepts and theory of quality as it relates to today’s industrial/manufacturing environment. Examines issues affecting quality in manufacturing, and provides the statistical methods and the management philosophy which allow problems in production processes to be found and fixed resulting in continuous quality improvement. Gain a basic understanding of the quality control tools used in industry. None
  
  • MANF 110 - Introduction to Manufacturing

    (3)
    Overview of the manufacturing sector including a historical look at manufacturing systems and organizations. Introduction to materials processing, industry standards, manufacturing methodologies, and different types of technology used in manufacturing (personal computers, data collection & analysis systems, automated equipment). Also introduces the fundamentals of project development including materials and budgets. Covers concepts of lean manufacturing, quality assurance, Statistical Process Control (SPC), “just in time,” and “green” as applied in industry. Industry speakers, career exploration and industry site visits included. Prerequisite: Call either (360) 416-7975 or (360) 416-7948 if you are receiving a “haven’t met prereq” message. Concurrent enrollment required in CSS 103.
  
  • MANF 115 - Intro to Computer Numeric Controlled (CNC) Operations

    (5)
    Introduction to Computer Numeric Controlled (CNC) machine operation theory and practice. Covers basic G&M codes needed to program and operate CNC machinery. Course includes an introduction to hands-on CNC machine operations in the shop setting. None
  
  • MANF 120 - Industrial Safety & CPR

    (3)
    Instruction on safety topics and practices specifically related to industrial work environments. Topics include personal protective equipment, safety working with heavy industrial equipment, energy lock-out/tag-out procedures, material handling, electrical safety, machine guarding, working with hazardous materials, fire prevention, hazard identification and control, and safety inspection practices. Instruction in CPR included. None. Call either (360) 416-7975 or (360) 416-7948 if you are receiving a “haven’t met prereq” message.
  
  • MANF 122 - Material Science in Manufacturing

    (2)
    Material Science is a study of the nature, structure, characteristics, and properties of natural and synthetic materials used in contemporary industry. Introduction to the industrial materials most often found in manufacturing operations and facilities ranging from traditional metals, ceramics, and polymers, to advanced engineering materials and composites. Emphasis will be placed on understanding how the structure and properties for industrial uses influence the selection of primary materials and their conversion into useful products. None. Call either (360) 416-7975 or (360) 416-7948 if you are receiving a “haven’t met prereq” message.
  
  • MANF 125 - Precision Measurement and Tools

    (3)
    Introduction to the science of metrology (precision measurement and tolerances), and the basic hand and machine tools commonly used in a manufacturing workplace. Covers the fundamental skills required to perform basic and precision dimensional measurements and an introduction to the concepts of Statistical Process Control (SPC). Gain proficiency in using rules, scales, tape measures, protractor, calipers, micrometers, dial gage and height gage. Identification and classification of a variety of basic hand and machine tools. Overview of fasteners and methods of fastenings (screws, machine screws, nuts, bolts, etc.) None. Call either (360) 416-7975 or (360) 416-7948 if you are receiving a “haven’t met prereq” message.
  
  • MANF 130 - Introduction to Metal Fabrication

    (2)
    Introduction to the metal fabrication process. Topics include safety, metal properties, metal cutting and the use of oxy-fuel. None
  
  • MANF 131 - Basic Metal Fabrication

    (2)
    Basic instruction in the metal fabrication process. Topics include wire-feed welding, shielded metal arc welding and tungsten inert gas welding. None
  
  • MANF 140 - Print Reading in Manufacturing

    (3)
    Introduction to the fundamentals of blueprint reading emphasizing industrial drawings commonly used in manufacturing. Focuses on line and symbol conventions used in industrial blueprints and visualization of solid objects from orthographic and isometric projections. Students will be given experiential exercises in interpreting technical drawings. Overview of the various sources of information found within technical drawings will also be given. Develop skills in print reading, learn basic ANSI standard sketching techniques, lettering, dimensioning, and makeup of a print as a form of communication. Read and interpret drawings as well as sketch them. Practice interpreting mechanical, construction, welding, electrical and HVAC blueprints. Prerequisite: Call either (360) 416-7975 or (360) 416-7948 if you are receiving a “haven’t met prereq” message. Concurrent enrollment required in CSS 103.
  
  • MANF 145 - Electronics Fundamentals

    (5)
    Introduction to basic electronics (AC/DC) theory and applications. Covers direct current analysis and function of resistive circuits, semiconductor function and applications, and basic digital logic as it applies to automation devices and equipment. Fundamental theories and laws (Ohm’s Law & Kirchoff’s Law) of electronics will be reviewed. Provides practical hands-on experience with basic DC, AC, and electronic circuits. Also covers basic procedures required to work with electronics safely and effectively in an industrial work setting. None
  
  • MANF 150 - Sensor Systems and Applications

    (5)
    Introduction to devices and circuits used in industrial applications: sensors and transducers, control circuits, electronic signals, thyristor devices, trigger circuits, motors and motor control systems. Covers measurement techniques used in computer controlled industrial systems to monitor flow, temperature, proximity, pressure, level and toxic gas. Introduction to hydraulic and pneumatic systems, fluids, pumps, sensors, and control devices used in common industrial processes. Prerequisite: MANF 145.
  
  • MANF 156 - Introduction to Automated Systems

    (5)
    Overview of how electronic and mechanical systems are used in the design and manufacture of products and processes. Using electronic principles and test equipment, learn how industrial control systems are designed to integrate digital controls in the processing of data. Introduction to microcontrollers, robotic principles, automation systems, motor and servo-control systems. Prerequisite: MANF 150.
  
  • MANF 177 - Quality Control Metrics and Applications

    (5)
    Introduction to fundamental quality assurance techniques and applications. Covers measurement techniques and procedures based on industry standards and practices. Introduction to advanced precision measurement devices, methods for inspection, maintenance and care of quality measuring instruments or devices, and writing technical reports. Areas of study include product quality, process quality, subjective quality standards and packing quality. Prerequisite: MANF 103 or instructor permission.
  
  • MANF 190 - Computer Numeric Controlled (CNC) Basics

    (5)
    Introduction to Computer Aided Drawing (CAD), Computer Aided Machining (CAM), and to the Computer Numeric Controlled (CNC) process. Covers the basics of CNC machine operation, advanced print reading and programming methodologies. Also introduced are machining processes for CNC mill, CNC lathe and CNC Wire EDM. Prerequisite: MANF 115 or instructor permission.
  
  • MANF 195 - Introduction to Robotics

    (2)
    Using electronics principles and test equipment, students are introduced to microcontrollers, robotics, automation systems, robotic motor and servo control systems.
  
  • MANF 199 - Internship Experience

    (1-15)
    Supervised work experience in the field. Includes a weekly seminar. Prerequisite: Instructor permission required.
  
  • MANF 205 - Advanced Computer Numeric Control (CNC)

    (5)
    Study of Computer Numeric Control (CNC) in the manufacturing environment. Topics include manufacturing applications of CNC, introduction to machining, and CNC programming and operation in a production. Prerequisite: MANF 190 or instructor permission.
  
  • MANF 210 - Total Productive Maintenance

    (3)
    Introduction to electrical systems, mechanical systems and rigging. Describes the elements of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and explains how TPM helps reduce losses and waste. Explores the fundamentals of facilities layout and process selection. Prerequisite: MANF 177 or instructor permission.
  
  • MANF 215 - Advanced Inspection

    (5)
    Advanced study of quality tools and metrics. Includes physical inspection methods, statistical metrics for quality assurance and acceptance sampling. Prerequisite: MANF 177 or instructor permission.
  
  • MANF 230 - Enterprise Resource Planning and Material Requirement Planning

    (5)
    The study of systems and planning tools used in manufacturing. Includes enterprise resource planning (ERP), material requirement planning (MRP), and aggregate planning. Prerequisite: MANF 177 or instructor permission.
  
  • MANF 250 - Shop Supervision

    (5)
    The study of personnel and process management in an industrial environment. Includes the supervisor’s role in an organization, effective leadership skills, problem-solving applications, effective safety techniques, and successful communication concepts. Prerequisite: MANF 177 or instructor permission.
  
  • MANF 256 - Operations Management

    (5)
    Study the role of operations managers in manufacturing. Includes both strategic issues and practical applications, decision making, process selection, capacity planning, management of quality, supply chain management, and personnel management. Prerequisite: MANF 250 and BMT 221.

Mathematics

  
  • MATH 015 - Technical Math for Diesel Mechanics

    (1)
    Whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, measurements, ratios, proportions, and averages. None
  
  • MATH 087 - Special Topics in Math

    (1-5)
    Foundational and specialized aspects of math being studied under the MATH 87 umbrella will receive a PASS grade for acceptable progress. A letter grade for MATH 87 is only given when a student has completed the MATH 96 material with a passing grade (C or better), and is ready for MATH 97 or MATH 100. None
  
  • MATH 095 - Basic Mathematics

    (1-5)
    A beginning mathematics course designed to establish a solid mathematical foundation. Topics include: operations using whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and integers; determining place-value and order of operations; calculations using ratios and proportions, percents, simple and compound interest, relevant applications. None
  
  • MATH 096 - Pre-Algebra

    (5)
    A course designed to review arithmetic concepts and introduce algebra. Topics include: fractions, ratio and proportion, percent, basic geometry, U.S. and metric systems of measurement, and an introduction to algebra. Prerequisite: Math 095 with a grade of C or higher, or equivalent math placement score.
  
  • MATH 097 - Beginning Algebra

    (5)
    This is the beginning course in algebra, building on topics introduced in math 096. Topics include: algebraic expressions, solving linear equations and inequalities, graphing linear equations, solving systems of linear equations and inequalities, mathematical modeling, and functions. A non-CAS graphing calculator is required. Prerequisite: MATH 096 with a grade of C or higher, or equivalent math placement score.
  
  • MATH 098 - Intermediate Algebra I

    (5)
    This is the first course in intermediate algebra, building on topics introduced in math 097. Topics include: integer and rational exponents, polynomials and operations with polynomials, factoring polynomials, solving quadratic equations by: factoring, the square root method, completing the square and the quadratic formula; graphing quadratic and exponential functions, modeling with polynomial and exponential functions. A non-CAS graphing calculator is required. Prerequisite: MATH 097 with a grade of C or higher, or equivalent math placement score.
  
  • MATH 099 - Intermediate Algebra II

    (5)
    This is the second course in intermediate algebra, building on topics introduced in math 098. Topics include: composite and inverse functions; logarithmic, rational and radical functions; logarithmic, exponential, rational, absolute value and radical equations; radical and rational expressions; variation; absolute value inequalities; complex numbers; and modeling with logarithmic, exponential, rational and radical equations. A non-CAS graphing calculator is required. Prerequisite: Math 098 with a grade of C or higher, or appropriate math placement score.
  
  • HMATH 100 - Math for Health Professions

    (5)
    This course is non-transferrable and for health profession students only. Estimation and practical problem solving techniques explored through lecture, discussion and computer work. Topics include: medical abbreviations; conversions using metric, household, apothecary units and scientific notations; percentages; calculation of body statistics; medication dosages and intravenous flow rates. Prerequisite: MATH 96 with a grade of C or better or appropriate test score.
  
  • WMATH 100 - Professional Technical Applied Math

    (5)
    This course is non-transferable and for professional/technical students only. Basic mathematics used in several occupational clusters. Estimation, effective calculator usage and practical problem solving techniques explored. Opportunities for variable student pacing may be provided. Prerequisite: MATH 96 with a grade of C or better, or appropriate test score.
  
  • MATH& 107 - Math in Society

    (5)
    A terminal course in mathematics for non-math or non-science majors. The course fulfills the quantitative reasoning requirement for the AA-DTA degree and for transfer. Topics may include logic, probability, statistics, geometry, modeling, linear algebra, finance, trigonometry, problem solving, and the history of mathematics. A graphing calculator may be required. Prerequisite: MATH 98 with a grade of C or higher, or equivalent math placement score.
  
  • MATH& 141 - Precalculus I

    (5)
    This course covers fundamental topics of algebra, including: polynomials, exponential and logarithmic functions, and their graphs; system of equations; inequalities; and curve sketching. A graphing calculator may be required. Prerequisite: MATH 099 with a grade of C or higher, or equivalent math placement score.
  
  • MATH& 142 - Precalculus II

    (5)
    This course covers trigonometric functions, complex numbers, the solution of triangles, and conic sections. A graphing calculator may be required. Prerequisite: MATH& 141 with a grade of C or higher, or equivalent math placement score.
  
  • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats

    (5)
    This course presents a connected introduction to probability and statistics using statistical inference as its theme. The course covers descriptive statistics, probability distributions including the binomial and normal distributions, confidence intervals and hypothesis tests, and linear regression and correlation with an emphasis on statistical inference. A graphing calculator may be required. Prerequisite: MATH 098 with a grade of C or higher or equivalent math placement score.
  
  • MATH& 148 - Business Calculus

    (5)
    Techniques of calculating integrals and derivatives and their applications in business, economics, biology and human relations. A graphing calculator is required. Prerequisite: MATH& 141 with a grade of C or higher or equivalent score on math placement test.
  
  • MATH 149 - Tutoring Skills for Mathematics

    (3)
    Provides preparation and practical experience for tutoring mathematics courses. Students will examine differences in student learning styles as well as a variety of teaching techniques. Emphasis will be placed on developing an effective tutoring style. Two hours of scheduled tutoring per week will be required. Prerequisite: A minimum of MATH 099, with a grade of B (3.0) or higher in all mathematics coursework, or instructor’s permission.
  
  • MATH& 151 - Calculus I

    (5)
    Limits and continuity, differentiation and applications, Mean value theorem, applications of differentiation, related rates, curve sketching, min-max problems, concavity, and anti-derivatives. A graphing calculator is required. Prerequisite: MATH& 142 with a grade of C or higher or equivalent math placement score.
  
  • MATH& 152 - Calculus II

    (5)
    This course covers the study of indefinite integrals, applications of integration, techniques of integration, and an introduction to differential equations. A graphing calculator is required. Prerequisite: MATH& 151 with a grade of C or higher.
  
  • MATH& 153 - Calculus III

    (5)
    This course covers polar coordinates, parametric equations, and vectors in space, vector-valued functions, and infinite series. A graphing calculator is required. Prerequisite: MATH& 152 with a grade of C or higher.
  
  • MATH 204 - Elementary Linear Algebra

    (5)
    An introductory course including systems of linear equations; matrices; the vector space Rn; determinants, Cramer’s Rule; applications. Prerequisite: MATH& 151 with a grade of C or better.
  
  • MATH 238 - Ordinary Differential Equations

    (5)
    An introductory course in differential equations including first order equations, second order and higher order equations, applications to physical and other systems. Prerequisite: MATH& 153 with a grade of C or better.
  
  • MATH& 254 - Calculus IV

    (5)
    Topics include functions of several variables, tangent planes, partial differentiation, the chain rule, Lagrange multipliers, double and triple integrals, vector fields, line and surface integrals. Culminates in the theorems of Green and Stokes, along with the Divergence Theorem. Prerequisite: MATH& 153.
  
  • MATH 299 - Learning into Action

    (1-15)
    Student develops and completes curriculum-related independent project which demonstrates skills and abilities and explores career options. May include, but is not limited to, service learning, original research, and travel abroad. Faculty sponsor approval required. Students with 45 transferable college credits are eligible to begin Learning into Action. None

Marine Maintenance Technology

  
  • MT 102 - Marine Applied Mathematics

    (5)
    Practical course in mathematics involving whole numbers, fractions, decimals, ratios, proportions, percentages, and basic geometric constructions. Introduction to applied algebra and basic trigonometric functions. Includes practical blueprint reading. None.
  
  • MT 105 - Safety, Tools, and Fastenings

    (6)
    Shop safety including use of tools, fastening, and maintenance practices. None
  
  • MT 132 - Marine Electrical Systems I

    (4)
    Basic AC and DC electrical systems as found on recreational and small commercial vessels. Installation and troubleshooting of engine operation systems for charging and starting, DC house systems for lights, pumps, navigational gear and shore power AC systems. None
  
  • MT 133 - Marine Electrical Systems II

    (5)
    Advanced vessel electrical systems, sizing of battery banks, multi-state voltage regulation, inverter systems, wind and solar charging systems, gen-sets and galvanic corrosion. Preparation for ABYC Marine Electrical Technician Certification. Prerequisite: MT 132 or instructor permission.
  
  • MT 134 - Marine Electrical Systems III

    (5)
    Advanced electrical systems including marine corrosion, advanced battery technologies, hybrid boat power systems, distributed power systems, and modern electrical control systems. Preparation for ABYC corrosion certificate. Prerequisite: MT 133 or instructor permission.
  
  • MT 136 - Marine Sanitation Systems, Plumbing and Pumps

    (5)
    Covers marine specialized toilets, holding tanks, treatment systems, pumps, and discharge systems. Includes installation of marine pumps in new or retrofit vessels, tank sizing, plumbing, and applicable USCG and ABYC standards. None
  
  • MT 160 - Marine Engine Systems

    (7)
    Operation, service, troubleshooting and general maintenance of inboard gas and diesel engines in recreational and small commercial vessels. Tune-up procedures for gas ignition systems. Routine service and maintenance of these systems. Includes starting, charging, fuel, cooling, lubrication and winterization of engines. None
  
  • MT 161 - Inboard Drivetrain/Sterndrives and Saildrives

    (5)
    Theory and hands-on experience in marine inboard engine drive systems with emphasis on shafts, couplings, alignment, stuffing boxes, underwater running gear, rudders, engine throttle and shift controls, repairs and alignments, steering systems, and remote control systems for engine and transmission. Covers operation and maintenance of sterndrives and saildrive types of marine drivetrains emphasizing preventative maintenance and service procedures. Prerequisite: MT 160 or instructor permission.
  
  • MT 199 - Cooperative Education Experience

    (1-4)
    Supervised work experience in the field. Prerequisite: Instructor permission required.
  
  • MT 230 - Marine Electronics

    (3)
    Covers National Marine Manufacture’s Association guidelines. Includes familiarization with actual equipment operation of electronic devices for navigation and communication with installation interfacing and operation. None
  
  • MT 231 - Marine Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

    (5)
    Includes selection, installation and service of marine hot air and hydronic heating systems. Covers operation, selection, installation and testing of refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Covers fuel gas systems complying with standards from ABYC, NFPA, and Natural Gas Association adjustment of these systems. Prerequisite: MT 132 or instructor permission.
  
  • MT 236 - Marine Electronics II

    (3)
    Covers National Marine Manufacturer’s Association guidelines. Includes familiarization with equipment operation of electronic devices for navigation and communication with installation interfacing and operation. Prerequisite: MT 230 or instructor permission.
  
  • MT 240 - Outboard Motor Operation and Service

    (3)
    Introduction to outboard motors as the world’s most common marine propulsion system. Operation and maintenance of outboard motors, specifically portable units under 20 horsepower. Covers ignition, fuel, cooling, lower units, tune-up procedures, winterizations. None
  
  • MT 252 - Independent Study

    (2)
    Special project as approved by instructor and department chair. None
  
  • MT 252-5 - Independent Study

    (2-5)
    Special project as approved by instructor and department chair. Whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, measurements, ratios, proportions, and averages.
  
  • MT 253 - ?

    (3)
    Abstract None
  
  • MT 254 - ?

    (4)
    Abstract None
  
  • MT 255 - ?

    (5)
    Abstract None

Multimedia & Interactive Technology

  
  • MIT 105 - Two-Dimensional Level Design I

    (5)
    Introduction to the art and science of applied two-dimensional game design. Covers how and why design decisions impact both players and gameplay. None
  
  • MIT 115 - Introduction to Scripting and Programming I

    (4)
    Introduction to programming environments for students who are not experienced programmers. Covers simple logic, programming flow, and the use of variables. Introduction to the history of programming and the basic vocabulary of the programming industry. None
  
  • MIT 125 - Introduction to Interactive Multimedia

    (5)
    Introduction to digital media terminology, concepts and trends. Use a variety of industry-leading software applications and technologies to create and design digital media. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: Computer literacy and file management skills. Concurrent enrollment required in CSS 103. Strongly recommended: Computer literacy and file management skills.
  
  • MIT 135 - Multimedia Design

    (5)
    Introduction to the design factors that apply to multimedia. Includes basic design components for text, graphics, screen layout, color and the use of metaphor. Covers digital design for computers through a series of tasks and projects. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills.
  
  • MIT 149 - Introduction to Web Page Design

    (5)
    Introduction to the technologies and concepts associated with website design and development. Create and design websites using HTML5 and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS3). Student websites will be published and critiqued. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: Computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: Computer literacy and file management skills.
  
  • MIT 199 - Cooperative Educational Experience

    (1-15)
    Supervised work experience in the field. Includes a weekly seminar. Prerequisite: instructor permission.
  
  • MIT 205 - Two-Dimensional Level Design II

    (5)
    Builds and expands upon the design theory and concepts taught in MIT 105. Apply the understanding of two-dimensional game design through the creation of fully functional levels for a professional real-time strategy game. Topics include various issues in level design such as aesthetics, resource balancing, and supporting game mechanics. Prerequisite: MIT 105.
  
  • MIT 212 - Digital Videography

    (5)
    Introduction to digital videography. Essential techniques and hands on training on digital video equipment to capture quality digital video footage. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills.
  
  • MIT 213 - Digital Photography

    (5)
    Introduction to digital photography. Includes basic camera techniques. Covers camera features and functions, software, downloading, enhancing, transferring files and making photo-quality images. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills.
  
  • MIT 215 - Introduction to Scripting and Programming II

    (4)
    Serves as a foundation for higher level programming courses and projects. Provides the fundamentals in programming and culminates in a series of hands-on exercises using this knowledge to solve problems. Instructor may cover special topics in programming or scripting. Prerequisite: MIT 115.
  
  • MIT 220 - Adobe InDesign

    (5)
    Introduction to basic and advanced page layout techniques. Use Adobe InDesign to design professional page layouts with graphics and typography. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills.
  
  • MIT 226 - Adobe Photoshop

    (5)
    Introduction to basic and advanced image editing techniques. Use Adobe Photoshop to create graphics, manipulate photographs, edit video, and prepare files for the web and print. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills.
  
  • MIT 227 - Adobe Premiere Pro

    (5)
    Introduction to basic and advanced video editing techniques. Use Adobe Premiere Pro to create import, edit and export digital video using transitions, compositing and other advanced effects. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills.
  
  • MIT 228 - Adobe Animate

    (5)
    Use Adobe Animate to create animation and interactivity for the web and video game programming. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills.
  
  • MIT 229 - Adobe Illustrator

    (5)
    Introduction to basic and advanced digital illustration. Use Adobe Illustrator to create vector-based graphics and artwork. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills.
  
  • MIT 235 - User Experience Design (UX)

    (5)
    Introduction to user experience (UX) design principles and patterns. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills.
  
  • MIT 236 - Adobe Experience Design

    (5)
    Use Adobe Comet to design and prototype websites and mobiles apps. Prerequisite: Computer literacy and file management skills.
  
  • MIT 240 - Adobe Dreamweaver

    (5)
    Use Adobe Dreamweaver to design, develop and publish media-rich, dynamic websites that are responsive and accessible. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills.
  
  • MIT 249 - Advanced Web Page Design

    (5)
    Introduction to the technologies and issues associated with advanced website design and development. Create and design dynamic, accessible, responsive websites using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript and other advanced web development technologies. Prerequisite: computer literacy and file management skills as well as some experience with HTML and CSS strongly recommended.
  
  • MIT 260 - Search Engine Optimization

    (5)
    Learn essential tips and search engine optimization techniques. Improve the number and quality of visitors to a Web site as well as the Web site’s ranking on the most popular search engines. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: Computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: Computer literacy and file management skills.
  
  • MIT 270 - CMS Fundamentals

    (5)
    A detailed look at the history, dynamics and types of Content Management Systems (CMS). Students will also be given hands-on experience setting up a CMS site, one of which will focus on the development of blogging skills. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: Computer literacy and file management skills as well as some experience with HTML and CSS. Strongly recommended: Computer literacy and file management skills as well as some experience with HTML and CSS.
  
  • MIT 280 - Digital Portfolio

    (5)
    Design a web-based digital portfolio to be used as an interactive resume, an archive of work, and a demonstration of aptitude, skill and proficiency. The digital portfolio will serve as a marketing tool that showcases ability and preparation for a career in graphic design, photography, web design, and/or video game design. Prerequisite: This is the capstone course within the MIT program. For students pursuing a certificate or degree in MIT, it is highly recommended that this course be taken during the student’s final quarter. Strongly recommended: Computer literacy and file management skills as well as experience with Web-based multimedia applications and tools is essential. Strongly recommended: Computer literacy and file management skills as well as experience with Web-based multimedia applications and tools is essential.

Music

  
  • MUSC 100 - Music Fundamentals

    (5)
    This course is designed for the non-music major who wants to learn to read music. Note reading, rhythmic skills and a basic introduction to scales, intervals and harmony are included. No musical background is required. This course can also be taken by students wanting to become music majors but whose music reading skills are insufficient. Prerequisite: place into ENGL 98, or C or better or concurrent enrollment in ENGL 97.
  
  • MUSC& 105 - Music Appreciation

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    As an introduction and exploration of music, this foundation course examines Western music from the Middle Ages to the present, focusing on significant composers and compositions and the historical context in which they were written. Prerequisite: place into ENGL& 101, or C or better or concurrent enrollment in ENGL 99.
 

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