May 18, 2024  
2022-2023 Catalog SVC 
    
2022-2023 Catalog SVC [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Human Services

  
  • HSERV 102 - Generalist Coordinated Care


    Credits: (5)
    Preparation for coordinating individual client activities and evaluation of their needs. Includes current coordinated care techniques for those in the Human Services profession. Required coordinated care course for the generalist degree.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • HSERV 121 - Introduction to Disabilities and Disability Law


    Credits: (4)
    Overview of disabilities and disability law, and historical and current rehabilitation techniques. (Required course for students seeking a Generalist degree).

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • HSERV 131 - Human Development


    Credits: (5)
    Introduction to the stages of human development with particular attention to adult life development. Explores the relevance of ethnicity, culture, gender, socioeconomic class, sexual orientation and community in a person’s development. Required course for both Human Services degrees (including fast track students).

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • HSERV 132 - Motivational Interviewing


    Credits: (4)
    Introduction to basic terminology and techniques involved in Motivational Interviewing. This is a skill building course for students interested in entering the Human Services profession. Required course for both Human Services degrees (not required for fast track students).

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • HSERV 141 - Alcoholism and other Addictive Disorders


    Credits: (5)
    Social, psychological, and physiological aspects of drug abuse and addictive disorders. Introduction to drug use behaviors and their impact on contemporary society. Foundational course for those who desire more knowledge regarding psychoactive drugs, drug-use behavior and the treatment systems currently available to assist those with drug related problems. Required course for both Human Services degrees (including fast track students).

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • HSERV 145 - Addictions and the Law


    Credits: (3)
    Overview of the mutual impacts of substance use disorder treatment and the legal system on each other. Guidelines and laws which affect case management and the structures and functions of courts as they affect addiction treatment. Federal and state confidentiality law. Required course for students seeking the Substance Use Disorder Counseling degree (including fast track students).

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • HSERV 147 - Basic Mediation Training


    Credits: (5)
    Learn the skills, tools and processes of effective mediation. Reviews the causes and dynamics of conflict and mediator interventions. Explores communication skills designed to facilitate cooperation and help parties reach agreement. (Required course for students seeking the Generalist degree).

    Prerequisite: HSERV 101 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • HSERV 171 - HIV/AIDS & Bld Pathogen Trng for Substance Use Disorder Professional


    Credits: (1)
    Covers HIV/AIDS and includes Brief Risk Intervention (BRI) segment. Satisfies the Washington State Department of Health requirement for those applying to become Substance Use Disorder Professionals (SUDP). Required for students seeking the Substance Use Disorder Counseling degree (including fast track students).

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • HSERV 198 - Pre-Practicum Seminar


    Credits: (3)
    Provides information, direction and sequence of tasks in preparation for practicum in an agency setting. Identify specific responsibilities for successful practicum experience and become familiar with the paperwork flow and purpose of each task. Required for both Human Services degrees (not required for fast track students).

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • HSERV 199 - Practicum


    Credits: (1-4)
    Supervised practicum in an approved human services agency site. Structured learning and development of workplace skills. Opportunity for application of critical thinking skills, pluralism, and communication skills within human services systems. Concurrent enrollment in HSERV 200. Required for both Human Services degrees (not required for fast track students).

    Prerequisite: HSERV 101 and HSERV 198 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • HSERV 200 - Practicum Seminar


    Credits: (1)
    Discussion of issues arising in field placement. Must be taken concurrently with HSERV 199. Required for both Human Services degrees (not required for fast track students).

    Prerequisite: HSERV 101 and HSERV 198 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • HSERV 203 - Introduction to Counseling


    Credits: (5)
    Historical perspectives, theory and fundamentals of counseling therapies as related to Human Services agency work. Introduction to evidenced-based and Best Practices models. Development of basic techniques and critical thinking skills appropriate for mental health, substance abuse disorders and rehabilitation counseling. Required course for both Human Services degrees (including fast track students).

    Prerequisite: HSERV 101 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • HSERV 221 - Crisis Intervention


    Credits: (5)
    Theory and techniques of crisis intervention with an emphasis on assessment and knowledge of local resources. Required course for both Human Services degrees (not required for fast track students).

    Prerequisite: HSERV 101 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • HSERV 231 - Psychopathology and Therapeutic Intervention in Mental Health


    Credits: (4)
    Survey of various treatment approaches in mental health, substance abuse treatment, etiology of mental disorders, and DSM diagnostic criteria. Required course for both Human Services degrees (including fast track students).

    Prerequisite: HSERV 101 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • HSERV 232 - Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Human Services: D


    Credits: (5)
    A diversity intensive course that examines historical information related to the development of our multiethnic society. Ethnic privilege, prejudice, racism, discrimination, and basic human rights are reviewed. Required course for both Human Services degrees (including fast track students).

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • HSERV 241 - Addictive Disorders & the Family


    Credits: (3)
    Alcoholism and other disorders as a family disease; effects of role disturbance, boundary violations, and communication disruptions on children, spouse, and family systems; therapeutic interventions for families. Development of a multicultural perspective in working with families and within communities. Required course for students seeking the Substance Use Disorder Counseling track (including fast track students).

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • HSERV 242 - Physiology & Pharmacology of Psychoactive Drugs


    Credits: (3)
    Broad overview of the pharmacological and physiological impact of psychoactive drug use coupled with a detailed examination of the neurochemical changes that accompany drug dependencies. Required course for students seeking the Substance Use Disorder Counseling degree (including fast track students).

    Prerequisite: HSERV 141 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • HSERV 243 - Substance Use Disorder Assessment & Case Mgmt.


    Credits: (4)
    Introduction to the tools & techniques (including ASAM criteria) used for drug and alcohol assessments and case management. Covers treatment plan formation and the implementation of quality care as well as making appropriate referrals. Required course for students seeking the Substance Use Disorder Counseling degree (including fast track students).

    Prerequisite: HSERV 141 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • HSERV 244 - Group Process and Addictive Disorders


    Credits: (3)
    Group counseling skills for working with addicted clients in residential and outpatient treatment settings. Includes best practices, emerging practices and other major counseling theories and techniques. Required course for students seeking the Substance Use Disorder Counseling degree (including fast track students).

    Prerequisite: HSERV 141 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • HSERV 245 - Professional Ethics


    Credits: (3)
    Presentation and discussion of ethical principles and codes of professional behavior for those working in substance use disorder counseling, mental health services, developmental disability rehabilitation and other human service settings. Required course for both Human Services degrees (including fast track students).

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • HSERV 248 - Adolescent Addictive Disorders Counseling


    Credits: (3)
    Provides the opportunity to pursue substance use disorder counseling qualifications to learn how to work with children and adolescents in an effective manner. Required course for students seeking the Substance Use Disorder Counseling degree (including fast track students).

    Prerequisite: None.

Information Management and Data Science

  
  • IMDS 101 - Introduction to Data and its Application


    Credits: (5)
    Introduction to the field of data science, building skills in data analysis, visualization and organization using current application tools and learning applied skills in data fundamentals. Includes an introduction to non-relational data, and a preview of data science possibilities in the world of information management and related fields.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • IMDS 105 - Exploring Data Science and Technological Applications


    Credits: (5)
    Building on foundational skills in information management and data science, this course provides next-step introduction to more intermediate and advanced concepts and applied skills such as working with data analytics and data visualization. Hands-on experience in exploring data science tools in cloud computing environment is introduced.

    Prerequisite: IMDS 120 with a grade of C or higher.
  
  • IMDS 110 - Essentials of Cloud and Technological Ecosystems


    Credits: (5)
    Introduction to foundational-level cloud services industry concepts providing hands-on experience in solving problems by designing, operating, and implementing solutions using cloud services.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • IMDS 120 - Programming Fundamentals with Python


    Credits: (5)
    Introduction to designing, implementing, testing and debugging computer programs using an object-oriented language. Topics include functions, control structures, data structures, objects and classes.

    Prerequisite: IMDS 101 with a grade of C or higher.
  
  • IMDS 130 - Introduction to Relational Databases and SQL


    Credits: (5)
    Introduction to relational database concepts and management systems. Topics include database design, data normalization, user interface, testing, and data manipulation using query by example and Structured Query Language (SQL).

    Prerequisite: IMDS 101 with a grade of C or higher.
  
  • IMDS 199 - Community Contribution / Cooperative Education (Capstone I)


    Credits: (5)
    Cooperative Education is a work-based learning program that helps students to bridge the gap between classroom theory and practical work skills. Students will explore and secure their own work placements, which may be paid, or unpaid positions related to their field of study. Students will work on product ideation for an industry-based project. The student, faculty sponsor, employer and Co-op Ed Coordinator work closely together to ensure a successful learning experience.

    Prerequisite: IMDS 101, IMDS 105, IMDS 110, and IMDS 120 with a grade of C or higher.
  
  • IMDS 215 - Big Data & Data Analytics


    Credits: (5)
    An introduction to designing, building, and securing big data solutions, including exploring data analytics solutions to get deeper insight into addressing business scenarios.

    Prerequisite: IMDS 105, IMDS 110, and IMDS 130 with a C or higher.
  
  • IMDS 225 - Business Intelligence and Predictive Analytics


    Credits: (5)
    Introduction to preparing data for PivotTables, creating Data Analysis Expressions (DAX) for calculated columns and measures, building a model from a single flat table, exploring the cloud benefits of business intelligence (BI) tools and features in modern information management technologies for making informed business decisions.

    Prerequisites: IMDS 101 and IMDS 120 and IMDS 230 all with a grade of C or higher.
  
  • IMDS 230 - Advanced Relational Databases & SQL


    Credits: (5)
    Continuation of relational database concepts and database management systems.

    Prerequisite: IMDS 130 with a grade of C or higher.
  
  • IMDS 235 - Ethics and Law in Data and Analytics


    Credits: (5)
    An introduction to ethical and legal frameworks to initiatives in the data and related professions, including practical approaches to data and analytics problems posed by big data, data science, and concepts related to artificial intelligence.

    Prerequisite: IMDS 101 with a grade of C or higher.
  
  • IMDS 240 - Current Trends in Computing Futures


    Credits: (5)
    Learn to build and derive insights from data science using modern approaches. Introduction to machine learning concepts and how to use machine learning to prepare data for modeling including key concepts in data acquisition, preparation, exploration and visualization, and how to build a cloud data science solution using cloud computing services, R, and Python.

    Prerequisites: IMDS 101 and IMDS 105 and IMDS 120 all with a grade of C or higher.
  
  • IMDS 245 - Data Security


    Credits: (5)
    Introduction to current topics in network security, including computer security and incident response, disaster recovery issues such as identifying, quantifying, planning for and managing risks, fault tolerance, disaster planning, system backups, and hands-on system recovery. Hands-on introduction to skill sets which include information protection, advanced threat analytics and cloud services security.

    Prerequisite: IMDS 110 with a grade of C or higher.
  
  • IMDS 299 - Community Contribution / Cooperative Education (Capstone II)


    Credits: (5)
    Cooperative Education is a work-based learning program that helps students to bridge the gap between classroom theory and practical work skills. Students will explore and secure their own work placements, which may be paid, or unpaid positions related to their field of study. Students will work on product deployment of a work-based project. The student, faculty sponsor, employer and Co-op Ed Coordinator work closely together to ensure a successful learning experience.

    Prerequisite: IMDS 199 with a grade of C or higher.

INVEST

  
  • INV 011 - INVEST Orientation


    Credits: (2)
    Students develop tools and skills to prepare for academic, employment, and personal success. Specific emphasis on academic and career goal setting, resources, and success strategies. Topics include study skills, goal-setting, college policies and resources, programmatic requirements, and accessing local and state resources, academic and career planning, time management, relationships, and self-empowerment.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • INV 020 - INVEST Digital Technology


    Credits: (1-5)
    Provides opportunities for INVEST students to learn assistive and learning technologies, explore learning styles, and develop study and test-taking strategies. Students receive instruction in learning and applying reading strategies and navigating college courses.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • INV 030 - INVEST Communication and Self-advocacy


    Credits: (3)
    Students develop an understanding of the key differences between the child and adult service structures for people with disabilities. The course provides a framework for disclosure of disability in academic and career settings. Students will explore the advantages and disadvantages of disclosure while practicing self-advocacy skills in school and work-based environments. Students explore the differences between causal and professional communication and demonstrate effective communication strategies in higher education and employment settings.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • INV 035 - INVEST Critical Thinking


    Credits: (2)
    Students gain skills and practice in evaluating information from a variety of sources to make informative decisions relating to learning, life choices, and employment.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • INV 040 - INVEST Career Inventory


    Credits: (2)
    Students to use previous experiences, skills, interests, and assessments to guide career development. Students set short and long term employment goals, practice interviewing, and development employment related materials such as resume, cover letter, and diversity statement.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • INV 045 - INVEST Interview Skills


    Credits: (2)
    Students learn to communicate skills and strengths to potential employers. Students will engage in mock interviews in class and will be able to watch and critique themselves on video.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • INV 050 - INVEST Balancing Work and LIfe


    Credits: (2)
    Develop understanding and skills necessary to balance work, school, and personal life, minimizing potential barriers to success. Participate in discussions aimed at better understanding the impact that complex social situations and a variety of other factors can have on life success. Practice using a range of organizational tools that assist with time management, develop strategies to identify and solve problems, and create a final project that addresses a student’s individual plan, strategies, and tools.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • INV 055 - INVEST Study Lab


    Credits: (1-5)
    Independent guided study lab to support students in meeting learning objectives for the INVEST program.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • INV 060 - INVEST Elective


    Credits: (1-10)
    Students meet individualized learning outcomes through attendance in SVC courses or independent study.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • INV 061 - INVEST Fine and Performing Arts


    Credits: (1-5)
    Students meet individualized learning outcomes in fine or performing arts through classroom instruction or independent study.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • INV 062 - INVEST Industrial Arts


    Credits: (1-5)
    Students meet individualized learning outcomes in industrial arts through classroom instruction or independent study.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • INV 063 - INVEST Food and Hospitality


    Credits: (1-10)
    Students meet individualized learning outcomes in food and hospitality through classroom instruction or independent study.

    Prerequisite: none.
  
  • INV 064 - INVEST Business Technology


    Credits: (1-5)
    Students meet individualized learning outcomes in business technology through class instruction or independent study.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • INV 065 - INVEST Health and Wellness


    Credits: (1-5)
    Students meet individualized learning outcomes in health and wellness through classroom instruction or independent study.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • INV 066 - INVEST Media and Journalism


    Credits: (1-5)
    Students meet individualized learning outcomes in Media or Journalism through classroom instruction or independent study.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • INV 067 - INVEST Leadership and Communication


    Credits: (1-5)
    Students meet individualized learning outcomes in leadership and/or communication studies through classroom instruction or independent study.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • INV 068 - INVEST Customer Service


    Credits: (1-5)
    This course focuses on the importance of customer service and developing a customer-friendly approach that is right for every business. It covers the do’s and don’ts of dealing with customers and the benefits of providing great customer service.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • INV 070 - INVEST Service Learning


    Credits: (1-8)
    Examines civic responsibility and membership through service-related learning activities with local organizations and groups. Students form teams and identify meaningful ways to contribute to their communities.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • INV 075 - INVEST Practicum Seminar


    Credits: (1-6)
    Students participate in the practicum seminar while simultaneously completing community-based internships, combining classroom theory with practical experience gained in the workplace. The practicum experiences are tied directly to students’ career goals and employment plan developed with Employment Consultant and employment agency. Students will discuss and track progress toward practicum learning outcomes, discuss issues and concerns that happen on the job with instructors and peers, and role-play effective on the job communication strategies.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • INV 080 - INVEST Employment Internship


    Credits: (6)
    Students gain real world work experience and practice employability skills in a supervised job setting.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • INV 090 - INVEST Capstone


    Credits: (3)
    Students prepare a portfolio of their work within INVEST, which will allow them to track and be aware of their own growth, accomplishments, learning, and employment readiness. The portfolio serves as their culminating project.

    Prerequisite: None.

Japanese

  
  • JAPN 100 - Introduction to Japanese Language


    Credits: (3)
    Introduction to Japanese culture and language with emphasis on speaking, listening, and comprehension of the spoken word.

    Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or appropriate test score.
  
  • JAPN& 121 - Japanese I: D


    Credits: (5)
    Humanities
    Pronunciation, vocabulary development, reading and writing of Hiragana, fundamentals of grammar and syntax, oral exercises, reading, conversation, and cultural studies.

    Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or appropriate test score.
  
  • JAPN& 122 - Japanese II: D


    Credits: (5)
    Humanities
    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 higher.
  
  • JAPN& 123 - Japanese III: D


    Credits: (5)
    Humanities
    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 higher.
  
  • JAPN 299 - Learning into Action


    Credits: (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.

    Prerequisite: None.

Journalism

  
  • JOUR 101 - Introduction to Journalism & Newswriting


    Credits: (5)
    Humanities
    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.

    Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • JOUR 201 - Newspaper Production & Editing


    Credits: (2)
    This course focuses on the development of skills in editing, desk-top publishing, and multi-media communication using basic principles of journalism and emphasizing production management and editorial leadership. It is designed for students interested in or already filling the positions of Editor, Assistant Editor, or Advertising Manager of the student newspaper. This course is repeatable up to 6 credits.

    Prerequisite: JOUR 101 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • JOUR 202 - Advanced Newswriting


    Credits: (2)
    This course is designed to enhance newswriting skills as part of a student newspaper by expanding research and interviewing skills into investigative reporting, page editing, and multi-media writing experiences. This course is repeatable up to 6 credits.

    Prerequisite: JOUR 101 with a “C” or higher.

Library

  
  • LIB 201 - Critical Information Studies & Research Methods


    Credits: (5)
    Social Sciences
    This course empowers students to find, evaluate and use information sources and critically think about the nature of information in both a scholarly setting and in society.

    Prerequisite: None.

Manufacturing Technology

  
  • MANF 102 - Manufacturing Success Skills


    Credits: (3)
    Introduction to the specific skills required for success in Manufacturing Technology. Topics include industrial safety, and computer competency. Includes learning how to use a variety of physical tools, computer applications and lean manufacturing concepts.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • MANF 103 - Introduction to Quality Assurance


    Credits: (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 todays 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.

    Prerequisite: MANF 110 with a “C-” or higher.
  
  • MANF 110 - Introduction to Manufacturing


    Credits: (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). Introduces the fundamentals of quality tools including histograms and control charts (SPC) and how they are used in manufacturing. Includes an introduction to the concepts of lean manufacturing, just in time, and green as applied in industry. Industry speakers, career exploration and industry site visits included.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • MANF 114 - Manufacturing Advanced Skills Onboarding


    Credits: (3)
    Creates a foundational base for exploring three key disciplines in manufacturing: Composite Technology, Electronics, and CAD/CAM/CNC. Introduction to the key applications and concepts for these disciplines. Topics cover terminology, safety and tools used in these industries.

    Prerequisite: MANF 132, MANF 149, and ENGR 216 all with a grade of C- or higher, or instructors permission.
  
  • MANF 115 - Intro to Computer Numeric Controlled (CNC) Operations


    Credits: (5)
    Introduction to Computer Numeric Controlled (CNC) machine operation theory and practice. Covers basic G&M codes needed to program and operate CNC machinery. Gain hands-on access to CNC laser cutting and milling workstations.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • MANF 120 - Industrial Safety


    Credits: (2)
    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, fire prevention, hazard identification and control, and safety inspection practices. Students successfully completing this course will receive OSHA 10 certification.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR


    Credits: (1)
    Basic First Aid, CPR and AED training. Students will receive a First Aid and CPR card upon completion.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • MANF 122 - Material Science in Manufacturing


    Credits: (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 material selection, and the selection of processes used in the conversion of those materials into useful products.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • MANF 125 - Precision Measurement and Tools


    Credits: (3)
    Introduction to the science of metrology (precision measurement and tolerances), and the basic hand and machine tools commonly used in a manufacturing workplace. Reviews the fundamental skills required to perform precision dimensional measurements and introduces the concepts of Statistical Process Control (SPC). Identify and classify a variety of basic hand and machine tools as well as common fasteners.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • MANF 127 - Manufacturing Math


    Credits: (2)
    Applies the mathematical concepts taught in WMATH 100 to a manufacturing specific context. Focuses on basic statistics, trigonometry and summation notation.

    Prerequisite: WMATH 100 with a “C-” or higher or concurrent enrollment.
  
  • MANF 132 - Material Science


    Credits: (3)
    Introduction to industrial materials most often found in manufacturing operations. Develop an understanding of how the structure and properties of materials for industrial uses influence material selection and the selection of processes used in the conversion of those materials into useful products. Apply material knowledge to the prototype and materials testing process.

    Prerequisites: MANF 137, MANF 148, and ENGR& 114 all with a grade of C- or higher.
  
  • MANF 137 - Precision Measurement


    Credits: (3)
    Introduction to the science of metrology (precision measurement and tolerances), commonly used in a manufacturing workplace. Review fundamental skills required to perform precision dimensional measurements and introduce the concepts of Statistical Process Control (SPC). Inspect manufactured products, collect the data, and analyze the results.

    Prerequisite: MANF 102 with a grade of C- or higher.
  
  • MANF 140 - Print Reading in Manufacturing


    Credits: (3)
    Introduction to the fundamentals of blueprint reading emphasizing industrial drawings commonly used in manufacturing. Review symbol conventions and visualization of solid objects from orthographic and isometric projections, the interpretation of technical drawings, and the skills required in print reading applying basic ASME standard techniques, as a form of communication. Students read, interpret and sketch drawings.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • MANF 145 - Electronics Fundamentals


    Credits: (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 (Ohms Law & Kirchoffs 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.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • MANF 148 - Production Lab I


    Credits: (7)
    Introduction to the principles of modern manufacturing. Experience the industrial environment through team projects and production assignments. Explore issues affecting quality in manufacturing and how to control these processes.

    Prerequisite: MANF 102 with a grade of C- or higher.
  
  • MANF 149 - Production Lab II


    Credits: (7)
    Explore the design choices and material aspects affecting quality in manufacturing. Work with a production team to prototype and test products for an upcoming product launch.

    Prerequisites: MANF 137, MANF 148, and ENGR& 114 all with a grade of C- or higher.
  
  • MANF 150 - Sensor Systems and Applications


    Credits: (5)
    Introduction to devices and circuits used in industrial applications: sensors and transducers, control circuits, electronic signals, thyristor devices, transformers, motors and motor control. Covers basic digital theory and measurement techniques used in computer controlled industrial systems to monitor flow, temperature, proximity, pressure, level and toxic gas. Introduction to processors and programming used in common industrial applications.

    Prerequisite: MANF 145 with a “C-” or higher.
  
  • MANF 156 - Introduction to Automated Systems


    Credits: (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 with a “C-” or higher.
  
  • MANF 177 - Quality Control Metrics and Applications


    Credits: (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 techniques, methods of inspection, and interpretation of data including Run Charts, Process Capability, Gage R&R, and writing technical quality reports. Areas of study include product quality, process quality, and subjective quality standards.

    Prerequisite: MANF 103 with a “C-” or higher.
  
  • MANF 190 - Computer Numeric Controlled (CNC) Basics


    Credits: (5)
    Explores the Computer Aided Drawing (CAD), Computer Aided Machining (CAM), and the Computer Numeric Controlled (CNC) process. Included are the basics of CNC machine operation, advanced print reading and programming methodologies. Gain hands-on experience with conversational programming of CNC equipment.

    Prerequisite: MANF 115 with a “C-” or higher.
  
  • MANF 195 - Introduction to Robotics


    Credits: (2)
    Using electronics principles and test equipment, students are introduced to microcontrollers, robotics, automation systems, robotic motor and servo control systems.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • MANF 199 - Internship Experience


    Credits: (1-15)
    Supervised work experience in the field. Includes a weekly seminar.

    Prerequisite: Instructor permission required.
  
  • MANF 205 - Advanced Computer Numeric Control (CNC)


    Credits: (5)
    Study of Computer Numeric Control (CNC) in the manufacturing environment. Topics include manufacturing applications of CNC, machining techniques, and CNC programming/operation in a production setting. Develop CAD 3D models that are processed through computer aided machining software and then executed on CNC machining centers.

    Prerequisite: MANF 190 with a “C-” or higher.
  
  • MANF 210 - Total Productive Maintenance


    Credits: (3)
    Introduction to electrical and mechanical systems, and rigging. Describes the history, evolution, and elements of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and explains how TPM helps reduce losses and waste. Explores the fundamentals of facilities layout, process selection and the principles of optimizing equipment efficiency.

    Prerequisite: MANF 177 with a “C-” or higher.
  
  • MANF 215 - Advanced Inspection


    Credits: (5)
    Advanced study of quality tools and metrics. Includes physical inspection methods, statistical metrics for quality assurance and acceptance sampling. Focuses on geometric dimensioning and tolerancing applied to physical inspection.

    Prerequisite: MANF 177 with a “C-” or higher.
  
  • MANF 218 - Project Management


    Credits: (5)
    Introduction to project management including behaviors of project management teams, the structure of projects and work breakdown, planning and scheduling, PERT/CPM analysis, risk management, current topics in project management, and project management software.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • MANF 220 - Supply Chain Management


    Credits: (5)
    Introduction to the concept of supply chain management including key issues, goals and trends, global supply chains, responsibilities of supply chain managers and procurement. Explore current technologies for inventory management. Examine logistics and supplier relationships through case studies in both a manufacturing and service environment.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • MANF 222 - Sensor Systems and Application


    Credits: (5)
    Introduction to devices and circuits used in industrial applications including basic digital logic as it applies to automation devices and equipment. Covers basic digital theory and measurement techniques used in computer controlled industrial systems to monitor flow, temperature, proximity, pressure, level, and toxic gas. Introduction to processors and programming used in common industrial applications. Provides practical hands-on experience with basic DC, AC, and electronic circuits.

    Prerequisites: MANF 114 with a grade of C- or higher.
  
  • MANF 227 - Automated Systems


    Credits: (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, students will 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.

    Prerequisites: MANF 222 with a grade of C- or higher.
  
  • MANF 242 - Computer Numeric Controlled (CNC) Operations


    Credits: (5)
    Explores the Computer Aided Drawing (CAD), Computer Aided Machining (CAM), and the Computer Numeric Controlled (CNC) processes. Included are the basics of CNC machine operation, advanced print reading and programming methodologies. Gain hands on experience with conversational programming of CNC equipment.

    Prerequisites: MANF 114 with a grade of C- or higher.
  
  • MANF 247 - Advanced Computer Numeric Control (CNC)


    Credits: (5)
    Study of Computer Numeric Control (CNC) in the manufacturing environment including manufacturing applications of CNC, machining techniques, and CNC programming/operation in a production setting. Students will develop CAD 3D models that are processed through computer-aided machining software and then executed on CNC machining centers.

    Prerequisites: MANF 242 with a grade of C- or higher.
  
  • MANF 250 - Shop Supervision


    Credits: (5)
    The study of personnel and process management in an industrial environment. Explores the supervisors role in an organization and effective leadership skills. Focuses on problem-solving applications, effective safety techniques, and successful communication concepts.

    Prerequisite: MANF 177 with a minimum grade of C- or instructor permission.
  
  • MANF 256 - Operations Management


    Credits: (5)
    Study the role of operations managers in industry. Explore both strategic issues and practical applications. Apply the tools of decision making, process selection, capacity planning, and management of quality to a case study environment.

    Prerequisite: MANF 218 and MANF 250 with a “C-“or higher.
  
  • MANF 262 - Composite Construction


    Credits: (5)
    Introduction to the concept and application of fiber reinforced plastic. Students will manually layup composite materials and participate in the Vacuum Infusion/Light RTM processes. An overview of the mold making process, reinforcement properties and methods, and coring materials is included.

    Prerequisites: MANF 114 with a grade of C- or higher.
  
  • MANF 267 - Advanced Composites


    Credits: (5)
    Introduction to advanced composite manufacturing with an emphasis on thermoset pre-impregnated (prepreg) fiber technology. Students will be provided with hands-on training in manufacturing with epoxy resins and prepregs using common types of advanced fiber reinforcements. Students will also explore more advanced non-destructive testing and inspection methods.

    Prerequisites: MANF 262 with a grade of C- or higher.
  
  • MANF 277 - Capstone Manufacturing Project: Automation


    Credits: (5)
    In a team environment, students will employ the skills gained throughout the program to develop products for manufacture and/or make improvements to the manufacturing processes employed in the SVC Production Lab. In addition, students will apply computer-aided automation technology to support continuous improvement efforts within the production environment.

    Prerequisite: MANF 227 with a grade of C- or higher.
 

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