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2019 - 2020 FCC Academic Catalog
CMTE: Construction
Management Technology
CMTE 100-Occupational Safety & Health (2)
Identifies factors and practices that aid in
accident prevention and elimination of hazards
in the workplace. Topics will include liability,
standards, OSHA, hazard control, accident
investigation, and safety management.
CMTE 101-Construction Management (3)
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ENGL 70 or
ENGL 75 or (ESOL 72 and ESOL 73)
(formerly CON 101)
Introduces the construction management process,
each party's roles and responsibilities, forms of
construction management delivery systems, and
construction documents. Students will describe
the role of the construction manager within
the context of ensuring timely, high quality,
profitable, and safe construction projects.
CMTE 130-Materials & Methods
of Construction (3)
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ENGL 70 or
ENGL 75 or (ESOL 72 and ESOL 73)
(formerly CON 132)
Provides the construction manager with a
fundamental understanding of materials and
methods of construction. Emphasizes properties
of materials, engineering methods, construction
methods, testing methods, and related building
codes. This course focuses on soil, earthwork,
foundations, paving, concrete, masonry, thermal
products, roofing, wood construction, steel
construction, exterior and interior finishes, glazing,
windows, doors, exterior wall systems, cladding,
interior walls/partitions, finish ceilings, and flooring.
CMTE 140-Architectural Blueprint Reading (3)
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ENGL 70 or
ENGL 75 or (ESOL 72 and ESOL 73)
(formerly CON 140)
Introduces basic blueprint and construction
document reading methodology. Develops the
practice of utilizing construction documents as an
important communication tool in the construction
process. Areas of focus include views, symbols,
scales, dimensions, materials, construction
methods, and terminology used in the various
disciplines included in construction documents.
CMTE 200-Site Management (3)
Prerequisites or Co-requisites: (CMTE 101 or
BLDT 101) and (CMTE 130 or CON 132)
(formerly CON 203)
Examines the principles that apply to planning
and managing construction project field
operations. Major areas of focus include
documentation and recordkeeping, jobsite
layout and control, project safety, jobsite labor
relations, subcontracting and purchasing, time
and cost control, changes and claims, quality
management, payments, and project closeout.
CMTE 210-Construction Project
Cost Estimating (3)
Prerequisites: (CMTE 101 or CMTE 130 or CON
133 or CADT 101) and CMIS 101 and (MA 80 or
appropriate score on mathematics placement test)
(formerly CON 204)
Introduces cost estimating concepts and
methodologies that apply to the construction
industry. Areas of emphasis include estimating
techniques, quantity take-off, pricing, material
and labor estimation, estimating by division,
bidding, and computer applications.
CMTE 220-Construction Project Scheduling (3)
Prerequisites: CMTE 101 and CMTE 140
(formerly CON 206)
Introduces the concepts and procedures in
preparing a project schedule. Bar charts, critical
path method, and computer applications are
examined. Students will use sample projects and
case studies to apply scheduling concepts.
COMM: Communications
COMM 101-Introduction to
Communication Studies (3)
• Gen Ed Communications
Prerequisites: (ENGL 70 or ENGL 75) OR (ESOL
72 and ESOL 73) OR Co-requisite: ENGL 75
(formerly CMSP 101)
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.
COMM 103-Public Speaking (3)
• Gen Ed Communications
Prerequisite: ENGL 70 or ENGL 75 or
ESOL 72 or Co-requisite: ENGL 75
(formerly CMSP 103)
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.
COMM 105-Small Group Communication (3)
• Gen Ed Communications, Cultural Competence
Prerequisite: ENGL 70 or ENGL 75 or
ESOL 72 or Co-requisite: ENGL 75
(formerly CMSP 105)
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.
COMM 107-Career Communication (3)
• Gen Ed Communications
Prerequisite: ENGL 70 or ENGL 75 or
ESOL 73 or Co-requisite: ENGL 75
(formerly CMSP 107)
Offers students knowledge and skills needed
to communicate within their prospective
professions and with others outside those
professions. Assignments in interview, group
discussion and extemporaneous speaking
are adapted to individual students.
COMM 109-Basic Conflict Mediation (3)
• Gen Ed Communications
Prerequisites: (ENGL 70 or ENGL 75)
OR (ESOL 72 and ESOL 73)
(formerly CMSP 109)
Presents the 7-Step Model of mediation,
which includes strategic listening, handling
power imbalances, and dealing with intense
emotions. Students will engage in role plays and
simulations for hands-on experience. Students
will also conduct critical analyses of varying
conflict resolution theories and mediation styles
through discussion and written reflections.
COMM 111-Introduction to
Mass Communication (3)
• Gen Ed Communications
Prerequisites: (ENGL 70 or ENGL 75) OR (ESOL
72 and ESOL 73) OR Co-requisite: ENGL 75
(formerly CMM 101)
Surveys the history, structure, functions, and effects
of mass media, and explores careers in the field
of mass media. Focuses on the application and
significance of media literacy in analyzing the
impact of the various media on society and the
individual, and examines how the media effectively
fulfill their purposes as deliverers of information,
persuasion, entertainment, and culture.
Course Descriptions
COMM 201-Foundations of
Communication Theory (3)
Prerequisite: COMM 101
(formerly CMSP 201)
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.
ECED: Early Childhood
Development
ECED 101-Child Development & Behavior (3)
Prerequisite: ENGL 70 or ENGL 75 or ESOL 72
(formerly ED 100)
Introduces basic growth and developmental
principles necessary to work with young children
from birth to twelve years old. Emphasizes
the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive
developmental stages of the young child. This
course meets the Maryland State Department
Office of Child Care Licensing & Credentialing
requirements. This course is 45 hours of the 90
hours required for Preschool Lead Teacher.
ECED 105-Introduction to Early
Childhood Education (3)
Prerequisites: (ENGL 70 or ENGL 75)
OR (ESOL 72 and ESOL 73)
(formerly ECD 101)
Examines conceptual framework for understanding
the role of the early childhood education
professional. Content focuses on the profession
of early childhood education in the context of
historical, philosophical, and social influences. Units
of study also review contemporary trends, issues and
practices in the field of early childhood education.
ECED 125-Methods and Materials
in Early Childhood (3)
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ECED 105 or ECD 101
(formerly ECD 104)
Designed to teach the methods and proper
use of materials in presenting creative learning
experiences to young children in the areas
of language, creative dramatics, art, music,
movement, math, science, emergent literacy, and
outdoor activities. This course meets the state
requirements for Office of Child Care Licensing
& Credentialing. This course is 45 hours of the 90
hours required for Preschool Lead Teacher. Fifteen
hours of documented observation are required.
ECED 135-Infants & Toddlers
Development and Care (3)
Prerequisite: ENGL 70 or ENGL 75 or
ESOL 72 or Co-requisite: ENGL 75
(formerly ECD 106)
Examines the best practices designed to meet the
needs of infants and toddlers as related to their
physical growth and development, mental health,
and human relationships. Attention will be given
to the family and child's multicultural customs,
gender equity, and children with special needs,
while insuring quality program development and
implementation in out of home care environments.
Content will focus on the caregiver, the child, and the
program being provided to meet the learning needs
of the infant and toddler. This course meets the
state requirements of Office of Child Care Licensing
and Credentialing for Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher.
ECED 145-Child Health, Safety and Nutrition (3)
Prerequisite: ENGL 70 or ENGL 75 or
ESOL 72 or Co-requisite: ENGL 75
(formerly ECD 107)
Presents a survey of the health, safety and
nutritional needs of young children. Includes
required state and federal codes. Emphasizes
the establishment and maintenance of a
safe and healthy learning environment.
ECED 155-Activities for the School-Age Child (3)
Prerequisite: ENGL 70 or ENGL 75 or
ESOL 72 or Co-requisite: ENGL 75
(formerly ECD 108)
Examines developmentally appropriate principles,
materials, and methods used with school age
children ages 6 to 12. Specific consideration given to
planning activities for school age child care. Students
plan and present lessons in the areas of physical,
cognitive, and social development. This course
meets the state requirements of Office of Child Care
Licensing and Credentialing for School Age Teacher.
ECED 205-Administration of Child
Development Centers (3)
Prerequisites: ECED 105 or ECD 101
or ECED 155 or ECD 108
(formerly ECD 212)
Designed to provide students with management
skills necessary to operate an early childhood center,
family child care or before/after school program that
serves children from infancy through age twelve.
Topics include program policies and procedures,
government regulations, finance and budget, facility
operation, personnel management, health and
safety, accreditation systems, and program evaluation
and improvement. This course meets the state
requirements of Office of Child Care licensing and
credentialing for School Age and Preschool Director.
ECED 215-Understanding and Guiding
the Young Child's Behavior (3)
Prerequisite: ECED 101 or ED 100
(formerly ECD 213)
Designed for adults who are responsible for
the care and development of young children
from birth to eight years of age, primarily in an
early childhood setting. This course will focus
on developmentally appropriate child guidance
philosophies, methodologies of discipline,
and guidelines for the responsible adult."
ECED 225-Language & Literacy
Development in Early Childhood (3)
Prerequisite: ECED 101 or ED 100
(formerly ECD 230)
Designed for adults who are responsible for the care,
development and teaching of young children from
birth to eight years in primarily an early childhood
setting. This course is a study of the development of
oral language by the young child, the relationship
between language development and emerging
literacy, and the structuring of the learning
environment for the child birth to eight years. A
variety of quality early childhood literature will be
reviewed along with methods for using children
s literature to enhance language development.
ECED 245-Directed Practicum
in Early Childhood (3)
Prerequisites: ECED 101 or ED 100, ECED 105 or ECD
101, ECED 125 or ECD 104, ECED 135 or ECD 106,
ECED 215 or ECD 213, and EDUC 230 or ED 203
(formerly ECD 210)
Offers students an opportunity to conduct
structured observation and participate in activities
in an early childhood setting. Students will provide
assistance to the classroom instructor and may
be required to assume major responsibility for the
full range of teaching and care giving duties for
a group of young children. In addition, students
will complete a course portfolio. Students will
participate in 60 hours of directed practicum
at an assigned site (4 hours per week).
ECON: Economics
ECON 201-Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
• Gen Ed Economics
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ENGL 101 and
(Any credit math course or appropriate
score on mathematics placement test)
(formerly EC 201)
Explores concepts of macroeconomics
including national accounts, national income
analysis, unemployment, inflation, and
business cycles, along with fiscal and monetary
policies and the monetary system with an
essentially macro-economic approach.