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CH 105–Essentials of Organic Chemistry (4)
Prerequisite: CH 101
Introduces organic chemistry, emphasizing
nomenclature, structure, methods of preparation,
reactions and some biological applications.
Laboratory includes synthesis and identification of
organic compounds. For students in allied health
fields and for students needing a one-semester
organic chemistry course.
CH 201–Organic Chemistry (4)
Prerequisite: CH 102
Presents the hydrocarbon and derivatives,
emphasizing bonding, structure, nomenclature,
methods of preparation, reaction and reaction
mechanisms. Laboratory emphasizes common
techniques, synthesis of representative compounds.
CH 202–Organic Chemistry (4)
Prerequisite: CH 201
Continues to present the hydrocarbon and
derivatives, emphasizing bonding, structure,
nomenclature, methods of preparation, reaction
and reaction mechanisms. Laboratory emphasizes
common techniques, synthesis of representative
compounds and qualitative organic analysis.
CMSP: Communications
Speech
CMSP 101–Introduction to Communication
Studies (3)
• GenEd Arts and Humanities/Communications
Prerequisites: [(EN 50A or EN 61) and EN 52] OR (ESL 95
and ESL 99) OR (ESL 72 and ESL 73)
Introduces students to the basic theories and
practical applications of human communication
as it relates to their communication experiences.
These include interpersonal situations, intercultural
experiences, small group interactions, and public
communication. Students will be given opportunities
to develop their effectiveness in the speaking-listening
communicative setting as well as develop knowledge of
the communication process as a system.
CMSP 103–Speech Fundamentals (3)
• GenEd Arts and Humanities/Communications
Prerequisite: EN 52 or ESL 99 or ESL 72
Emphasizes the attainment of understanding
and skill in public speaking. Assignments require
analyzing the audience, researching, organizing,
outlining, supporting and delivering a variety of
extemporaneous speeches.
CMSP 105–Group Discussion (3)
• GenEd Arts and Humanities/Communications;
Cultural Competence
Prerequisite: EN 52 or ESL 99 or ESL 72
Offers skills development in verbal, non-verbal and
intercultural communication, listening, observation,
leadership, and participation in groups. Emphasizes
collaborative learning through researching and
analyzing questions of fact and policy, problem
solving and decision making, interacting and
reaching consensus.
CMSP 107–Career Communication (3)
• GenEd Arts and Humanities/Communications
Prerequisite: EN 50A or EN 61 or ESL 95 or ESL 73
Offers students knowledge and skills needed to
communicate within their prospective professions
and with others outside those professions.
Assignments in interviewing, group discussion and
extemporaneous speaking are adapted to individual
students.
CMSP 201–Foundations of Communication
Theory (3)
Prerequisite: CMSP 101
Provides students with an understanding of
the principle theories related to the field of
communication. Specifically, it introduces students
to the study of communication theory and provides
them with the conceptual and theoretical foundation
needed to succeed as a communication scholar.
Concepts and theories learned in this course will be
studied in greater detail in the upper level courses
required of the major.
CAD: Computer Aided
Design
Students enrolling in these courses should be familiar
with the Microsoft Windows operating system.
CAD 101–Introduction to AutoCAD I (3)
Prerequisite: EN 51 or ESL 97 or ESL 70
Introduces AutoCAD software and its application as
a drawing tool. Students will utilize basic AutoCAD
commands to create two-dimensional production
and architectural drawings. Students will use
templates, layer control, dimensioning, editing, text,
symbol creation, and blocks to create and modify
geometrical designs and print/plot drawings for
presentation.
CAD 102–Introduction to AutoCAD II (3)
Prerequisite: CAD 101
Continues the study of AutoCAD at an intermediate
level. Students will create pictorial views and three
dimensional drawings. Students will be introduced to
additional CAD systems (Autodesk Architecture, Revit,
Civil 3D, and Microstation).
CAD 121–Introduction to MicroStation I (3)
Prerequisite: EN 51 or ESL 97 or ESL 70
Introduces the fundamentals of MicroStation
Computer Aided Design software system. Provides
intensive hands-on instruction covering the basic
commands used to create 2-D production drawings.
Covers how to create and modify geometrical
designs, plot, and use levels and reference files to
organize and separate information.
CAD 130–Introduction to Revit (BIM) (3)
Prerequisite: EN 51 or ESL 97 or ESL 70
Introduces students to Autodesk Revit software, a
Building Information Modeling (BIM) program, and its
application as a design/drawing tool throughout the
design process. Allows students to design structural
components in 3D, annotate with 2D drafting
elements, and access building information from the
building models database.
CAD 200–Introduction to Architectural
Drawing and Design (3)
Prerequisite: CAD 101
Introduces the basic principles and concepts
of architectural drawing and design, and their
application. Develops an understanding of
programming and schematic design. Introduces
fundamental drawing practices, drawing systems,
and presentation techniques. Students will create
architectural sketches, drawings, and models.
CAD 201–Residential Architecture I (4)
Prerequisite: CAD 102
Introduces the basics of residential architecture.
Content covers the language of architecture, the
makeup of a set of plans, and the geometry of
drawing parts of houses. Students will complete a
set of plans and work with various disciplines for one
house. Plans will be completed in AutoCad.
CAD 202–Residential Architecture II (4)
Prerequisite: CAD 201
Introduces the use of AutoCad in preparing
construction documents and 3-dimensional models
of buildings. Architecture terminology, building
techniques, building conventions, building design,
and architecture-related information will be
introduced. Students will complete a set of plans and
work with various disciplines for one house. Plans will
be completed using AutoCad.
CAD 204–Introduction to Inventor (3)
Prerequisite: CAD 102
Introduces Autodesk Inventor software and its
application as a design/drawing tool. This course
covers basic and advanced Autodesk Inventor
features used to create, edit, document, and print
parts and assemblies.
CAD 205–Civil Drafting I with CAD (3)
Prerequisite: CAD 102
Introduces fundamental concepts of civil drafting
and design of civil engineering projects. Students will
explore career fields in civil engineering and design
including survey, land development, environmental,
highway, and utilities. Students will use CAD software
to crate and revise civil drawings including site
surveys, plot plans, record plats, utility drawings, and
plan profiles. Students will develop an understanding
of the relationship of GIS applications to civil
engineering.