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Course
Descriptions
ACC 111 - Accounting I
3
credits/3 contact hours
The course
will focus on the basic financial accounting model step by-step, from the
fundamental accounting equation through the accounting cycle. The course will
explore bookkeeping techniques and practices, as well as covering the basic
understanding of accounting practices and procedures. Prerequisite: MAT 091 or
Math Placement Exam
ACC 112 - Accounting II
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course will be a continuation of ACC 111. Special journals, payroll
systems, internal control and cash transactions, accounts receivable and
accounts payable are a few of the topics to be covered. This course will
expand partnership accounting as well as corporate accounting.
Prerequisite: ACC 111
ACC 150 - Income Tax Accounting
3
credits/3 contact hours
An
introduction to federal taxation of the income of individuals. Tax laws
are examined by means of illustrative examples and problems.
Prerequisite: ACC 111
ACC 151 - Accounting Software Applications
3
credits/4 contact hours
A
hands-on introduction to accounting software; topics include payroll,
inventory, accounts payable, accounts receivable, job cost, and
point-of-sale applications. Prerequisite: ACC 111
ACC 201 - Intermediate Accounting I
3
credits/3 contact hours
A
comprehensive review of financial accounting principles, concepts, and
procedures. Accounting theory is emphasized in the analysis of
alternatives, treatments, and procedures. Specific areas stressed are
recognition of income and expense and disclosing current and future
values. Prerequisite: ACC 112
ACC 202 - Intermediate Accounting II
3
credits/3 contact hours
A
continuation of the principles, concepts, and procedures introduced in
Intermediate Accounting I. Specific topics include valuation
alternatives, depreciation, market values, leases, the time value of
money, and stockholder’s equity. Prerequisite: ACC 201
ACC 203 - Cost Accounting
3
credits/3 contact hours
The
purpose of this class is to provide a broad background in cost
accounting techniques that can be used as a basis for working as an
accountant within a business. Cost accounting is the part of an
organization’s accounting system that accumulates costs and other
accounting data for decision- making. The decision-making can be within
or outside the organization. Prerequisite: ACC 112
ACC 204 - Managerial Accounting
3
credits/3 contact hours
The
purpose of this class is to provide a broad background in cost and
managerial accounting techniques that can be used as a basis for working
as an accountant within a business. Cost and management accounting are
essential parts of an organization’s information system that accumulate
costs and other accounting data for decision-making. The course
introduces students to basic cost and management accounting concepts
such as: standard costing, job costing, capital budgeting, flexible
budgeting, process costing, and activity-based costing. The course
focuses on the use of internal accounting information in
decision-making, planning and organizational control. Students will be
able to explain basic terminology and analyze the issues underlying
current practices in cost and management accounting. Prerequisites: ACC
112
ACC 205 - Governmental Accounting
3
credits/3 contact hours
An
introduction to the fund-based theory and practice of accounting as
applied to governmental entities and not-for profit organizations.
Various techniques are used to study fund accounting concepts; these may
include the use of problem sets, case studies, computer applications,
and other materials. Prerequisite: ACC 112
ACC 290 - Accounting Internship
3
credits/7 contact hours
Students seeking a career in accounting, or those seeking to expand
their individual skill base, can apply specific competencies in a real
world environment. Skills learned in the core courses will be applied
while performing 90 hours of fieldwork and 15-scheduled seminar hours.
The work experience must be approved in advance and a learning contract
is established with the student, advisor, and the workplace supervisor.
Prerequisite: Completion of core courses
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ARC 106 - Architecture I
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
introductory course focuses on light frame construction techniques
specifically related to residential dwellings. The course includes
architectural styles, building materials and components, specifications,
building codes, and the production of construction drawings. Students
produce full sets of working drawings for two-story residential
structures.
ARC 202 - Architecture II
3
credits/3 contact hours
This course builds upon the
architectural concepts of ARC 106 including space planning, design
concepts, windows and doors, structural components, and construction
documents. Students will utilize AutoCAD and Architectural Desktop
software as tools to design and create technical drawings. Emphasis is
on residential construction, with full compliance of industry standards
and building codes. Students interact as a team to develop complete
building projects. Prerequisite: CAD 102 and ARC 106
ARC 203 - Architecture III
3
credits/3 contact hours
This is the third in
a series of three architectural design courses. The course will utilize
3-dimensional CAD models as an essential tool for architectural design,
visualization, presentation, and construction documentation. The course
culminates in a large-scale commercial project, where students work as
team members responsible for all phases of the design process.
Prerequisite: ARC 202
ARC 207 - Construction Documents
3
credits/3 contact hours
This course explores the various stages
of the design/build process. Students will learn about requests for
proposals, bids, estimating, contracts, specifications, building codes,
and governmental regulations. Emphasis is placed on the use of accurate
and complete drawing packages as contractual documents using industry
standards such as CSI and AIA. Students work in teams to develop
solutions to case studies. By the end of the course, each student will
develop a portfolio for an entire design project. At least one site
visit is planned. Prerequisite: ARC 106 and CAD 102
ARC 215 - Land Development
3
credits/3 contact hours
This is an
introductory course in the land-use industry, including surveying,
subdivisions, roads, and water flow. Students learn how to create and
label survey points, define and edit parcels and roadway alignments,
create terrain models, and calculate volumes and contours. Using Land
Desktop software, students will combine existing drawings with raster
imagery, point data, and polygons from GIS sources and build terrain
models that display topographic conditions across the site.
Prerequisite: CAD 102.
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ART 110 - Art Appreciation
3
credits/3 contact hours
In
this course, students will study original art works, slides, films, and
other materials to develop an appreciation for the visual arts. The
course will emphasize students’ direct experience with art and will
include at least one museum field trip. Each student will complete and
present a research project on a selected artist. Prerequisite: ENG101
recommended
ART 120 - Introduction to Drawing
3
credits/4 contact hours
This
course is an introduction to the problems, techniques, and materials of
drawing. Each class project will focus on a different aspect of visual
perception, composition, and artists’ materials. The aim of the course
is to develop an understanding of the technical and aesthetic issues
involved in composing drawings. Students will complete a research
project, which analyzes the work of an artist in relation to the topics
covered in class.
ART 122 – Drawing for Animation
3
credits/4 contact hours
This
course covers the foundational drawing skills used in animation
historically and today by creating the visual guides used to create
animation and traditional film, character sheets and storyboards.
Students will learn to translate vision to paper, putting a concept into
a format that others can understand and work from. Traditional drawing
skills and their role in current animation is explored, as well as
drawing skills and their role in gaming and traditional film. The
primary focus of this course is to develop the skills used in today’s
computer animation.
Prerequisite: ART
120.
ART 126 – Foundations of Design
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
fine arts course provides the fundamentals of artistic design including
the concepts of color theory, balance, visual weight, and scale. As a
result, it is a foundation course for a variety of design-related
fields, including web design and other forms of digital media; and
publication design. Students will complete hands-on art projects as
they study and practice the elements of design.
ART 200 – Topic in Studio Art
3 credits/4 contact
hours
This hands-on course
explores a genre, method or specialized topic in studio art. Students
will learn the fundamentals of the topic, including general principles
and techniques, the use and application of materials and tools, and
relevant vocabulary. Representative works and artists also will be
explored.
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BIO 105 - Marine Biology/Lab
4
credits/5 contact hours
This
course is an introduction to marine plants and animals, especially those
native to the area. Students will be introduced to the biological
processes of all forms of life in the sea. This course employs YCCC’s
proximity to ocean and estuaries as a natural field laboratory.
BIO 106 – General Biology I
4 credits/3 contact
hours
This course
concentrates on cell structure, cellular functions, reproductions, and
genetic bases of inheritance. This is the first of a two-semester
sequence, together with BIO 116, intended for students looking to
transfer laboratory science credits. Must be taken concurrently with
BIO107. Perquisite: High School Biology, MAT095, placement
equivalency, or permission of Department Chair
BIO 107 - General Biology I Lab
0
credits/2 contact hours
Laboratory
experiences illustrating concepts and principles of BIO106. Must be
taken concurrently with BIO106.
BIO 116 - General Biology II
4
credits/3 contact hours
A continuation of
BIO106, this course covers the principals of biological diversity,
evolution and population biology, ecosystems, and the classifications of
life forms. Must be taken concurrently with BIO117. Perquisite:
BIO106/107.
BIO 117 – General Biology II Lab
0 credits/2 contact
hours
Laboratory
experiences illustrating concepts and principles of BIO116. Must be
taken concurrently with BIO116.
BIO 126 - Anatomy and Physiology I
4
credits/3 contact hours
This course examines
the basic principles of human anatomy and physiology through the study
of cell structure and function. Students will be introduced to the
skeletal system as well as the muscular, nervous, and reproductive
systems. This is the first of a two-semester sequence, together with
BIO136, intended for students looking to transfer laboratory science
credits. Must be taken concurrently with BIO127. Prerequisite:
BIO 106/107.
BIO 127 – Anatomy and Physiology I Lab
0
credits/2 contact hours
Laboratory
experiences illustrating concepts and principles of BIO126. Must be
taken concurrently with BIO126.
BIO 136 - Anatomy and Physiology II
4
credits/3 contact hours
A continuation of
BIO 126, this course focuses on the organ systems of the human body.
The structure and function of the endocrine, respiratory, digestive, and
cardiovascular systems will be discussed. Perquisite: BIO 126
BIO 137 – Anatomy and Physiology II Lab
0
credits/2 contact hours
Laboratory
experiences illustrating concepts and principles of BIO136. Must be
taken concurrently with BIO136.
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BUS 110 - Introduction to Business
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
survey course covers the many facets of business and gives the student a
general knowledge of the modern business environment. The economic,
social, legal, and ethical systems affecting US businesses are explored.
The general concepts of business organization, management, “the people
aspects” of business, together with the functions of production,
marketing, accounting, and finance are investigated.
BUS 113 - Introduction to Personal Finance
3
credits/3 contact hours
The
skills you will develop in this class are applicable to personal
financial management. Course material involves how people spend, save,
protect and invest their financial resources. Topics include tax
management, budgeting, cash management, credit card and debt management
and basic introduction to insurance concepts. Prerequisite: MAT 091 or
Math Placement Exam
BUS 115 - Principles of Management I
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course introduces basic concepts of supervising other employees
including directing work, delegating work, motivating employees,
monitoring and evaluating work, and building a strong team-oriented work
unit. The evolving and changing trends of the supervisor’s role as a
member of the organization’s management team is also discussed.
BUS 205 - International Business
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course will provide students with an understanding of the
interdisciplinary nature of international business and will explore the
development of international business. Theories and methods of
international trade; financing mechanism and terms used in export
documentation and export finance; the effects of economics, political
and cultural environment on international business and trade; impact of
geography in business transactions; legal aspects of international
business; and developing an effective international marketing strategy
will be covered. Prerequisite: BUS 110
BUS 215 - Principles of Management II
3
credits/3 contact hours
The
functions involved in personnel administration as performed by a human
resources department administrator and line managers are explored in
this course. Multiple aspects of human resource management are explored:
human resource planning, recruiting, interviewing, selecting, placing,
training, motivating, evaluating, rewarding, and disciplining employees.
Pay systems, job evaluations, and labor/management issues are presented.
Prerequisite: BUS 110 or BUS 115
BUS 230 - Principles of Marketing
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course introduces the student to consumer and institutional behavior
patterns and the overall role of marketing in the economy. Discussion
includes the analysis of theoretical marketing processes and the
strategies of product development, pricing, promotion and distribution,
and their applications to business and the individual consumer.
Prerequisite: BUS 110
BUS 244 - Business Law
3
credits/3 contact hours
The
purpose of this course is to give the student a better understanding of
the government regulation of business. The course describes the origins,
development, and sources of law. The legal system is described,
emphasizing the areas relating to the regulation of business. The major
emphasis of the course corresponds to public law affecting business, not
traditional private law. The law concerns matters with which a business
manager must deal: government, stockholders, competitors, employees, and
the public. The course will additionally include discussion of contract
law. Prerequisite: BUS 110
BUS 250 - Principles of Sales
3
credits/3 contact hours
Introduces the student to the basics of personal selling and serves as a
preparation for a successful sales career. The course explores social
and ethical issues as well as psychology, communication, and persuasion.
The dynamics of prospecting for new customers and closing the sale are
considered. Special emphasis is placed on actual sales presentation
through role-playing. Students also study the role of advertising in
selling a product or service. Prerequisite: BUS 110
BUS 260 - Small Business Management
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
advanced level course enables students to review and apply managerial
and organizational concepts studied in previous courses to small
businesses. Topics include strategic planning and development, span of
control, and operational practices, culminating in the development of a
comprehensive business plan. Prerequisites: Prerequisite: BUS 110,
Completion of majority of core courses in program is recommended
BUS 293 - Business Administration Internship
3
credits/7 contact hours
Students seeking a career in business can apply specific competencies
and skills learned in core courses in a real world business environment.
An internship involves 135 hours of business fieldwork in a pre-approved
work site. The student, faculty advisor, and the workplace supervisor
will develop a learning contract in advance. Students will keep a log of
their work and submit a formal report at the conclusion of their
internship. Prerequisites: Completion of all core courses
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CAD 102 – Introduction to CAD
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
is an introductory course utilizing AutoCAD software in the preparation
of technical drawings. Students will learn the necessary commands and
functions to produce a variety of two-dimensional drawings. This course
uses a hands-on approach, with all topics being directly applied in the
CAD lab. Students should possess proficient computer skills.
Prerequisite: MAT 091or appropriate placement score
CAD 107 - Solid Modeling I
3
credits/4 contact hours
This
course will introduce the design concepts of solid modeling. The student
will learn to use model mode, to create a model, and to create working
drawings, base features, sketching, solid features, modify features,
sketch geometry, create a path sketch, define sketch constraints, and
apply geometric and dimensional constraints. Prerequisite: CAD 102
CAD 108 - 3D Animation I
3
credits/4 contact hours
In
this course, students will explore the power of 3D animation. This
course is designed to introduce a student to the intricacies of 3D
animation: selecting and transforming objects, modifying objects,
creating shapes, lofting, operation modes, Boolean techniques, carving
Booleans using tutorial based instruction.
CAD 110 – Technical Graphics Standards
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
introductory course is designed to develop critical thinking, problem
solving, and visual perception skills in the context of technical
drawing. Emphasis is on sketching technique, size description, view
location, dimensioning, and basic drawing practices to create a set of
working drawings.
CAD 204 - Solid Modeling II
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course will continue the design concepts CAD 107. It is geared for the
students who have had training and/or experience using solid modeling
applications. The course focuses advanced modeling techniques, sheet
metal modeling, and engineering drafting as well. Prerequisite: CAD 107
CAD 206 - 3D Animation II
3
credits/3 contact hours
In
this course, students will utilize 3D animation software to build upon
the techniques and concepts learned in CAD 108, and further explore
object creation methods, materials, modifiers and controllers. This will
be a project and tutorial oriented course designed as a teamwork
environment. Prerequisite: CAD 108
CAD 210 - Computer-Aided Drafting and Design II
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course is designed to develop your critical thinking, problem solving
skills, and visual perception with introductory techniques in the
context of a technical drawing. This course is designed as a
continuation of CAD 102. Emphasis will be placed on dimensioning and
tolerancing, groups and details, 3D drawing and modeling, surface
modeling and rendering, and solid modeling. Prerequisite: CAD 102
CAD 214 - Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
3
credits/3 contact hours
In
this course the student will learn the technical language used to
describe dimensional and positional information. This information is
important to quality control and production. Students will utilize the
internationally recognized symbols on technical drawings. Content is
based on the ANSI Y14.5M-1994 standards. Prerequisite: CAD 102 and CAD
110
CAD 250 - Computer-Aided Drafting and Design III
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course is a continuation of Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting.
Emphasis will be placed on developing your critical thinking, problem
solving skills, and visual perception, using advanced techniques in the
context of a Computer- Aided Design/ technical drawing. Emphasis will be
placed on basic solid modeling, work with basic solid modeling, work
with predefined primitives, Boolean operations, tailoring solid models,
section/mass properties, the potential of solid modeling, view ports in
paper space, creating customer menus, exploring CADD programming, and
creating a file slide show and library. Prerequisite: CAD 210
CAD 290 - CADD Internship
3
credits/3 contact hours
Students seeking a career in CAD can apply specific competencies and
skills learned in core and restrictive elective course work to the real
world environment. The student will find a location willing to host
their 90-hour internship. The student, with the aid of a faculty
advisor, will develop a resume, portfolio and cover letter prior to
starting the internship. Upon completion of the internship the student
will write an overview paper detailing their experiences while working
at the internship site. Prerequisite: This course is open to students
with more than 30 credits towards a CAD degree with a minimum GPA of
3.0. Permission of the Department Chair is also required.
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CIS 115 – Software Applications
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course is an introduction to basic computer operations and computer
keyboarding. Topics include using computer devices in a Window
operating environment, file maintenance, and word processing software.
Students develop familiarity with the keyboard for data entry purposes.
Students emphasize accuracy and speed on three-minute timed writings
along with knowledge of a basic business letter and the numeric pad.
This course is an introduction to information processing and Microsoft
Office. Activities using Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
develop practical problem-solving skills at an entry level. Students
create documents, link objects, prepare graphics, and manipulate data.
Students research a topic using a variety of resources, prepare slides
and present a PowerPoint slide show.
CIS 180 - Introduction to Telecommunications
3
credits/3 contact hours
Students explore the importance of voice and data telecommunications in
the world around us. The course covers telecommunications terminology
and applications. Additional topics include the communications
environment, management and regulations, transmission concepts, network
concepts and architectures recommended.
CIS 190 - Introduction to Local Area Networks
3
credits/4 contact hours
This course is an
overview of local area networks. Students study the elements of a local
area network, current issues and products, and uses of a local area
network. Included topics of the course: terminology, hardware and
software components, connectivity, resource monitoring and sharing,
electronic mail, messaging, and security issues. Prerequisite: CIS
180.
CIS 131 - Visual Programming I
3
credits/3 contact hours
This course covers the principles of effective program development using
the event-driven programming language. Students create object-oriented
programs with effective user interfaces and logically constructed code
for event-driven applications. Students develop algorithms, apply Object
Oriented Programming principles and gain an understanding of the process
of writing good computer code. Students create their programs in the
Visual Basic.NET programming environment.
CIS 214 - Spreadsheet Applications
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
is an entry-level course using
Microsoft Excel,
electronic spreadsheet software. Excel produces professional reports
that perform simple business or personal calculations, financial or
scientific calculations, or database management and creating charts.
Prerequisite: CIS 115
CIS 216 – Desktop Publishing
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course introduces students to the powerful capabilities of desktop
publishing. Students learn the fundamentals of electronic publishing,
including page planning, text editing, graphics manipulating, and
printing. The course emphasizes the various levels of electronic
publishing, implementation and problem solving. Prerequisite: CIS 115
CIS 217 - Database Management
3
credits/3 contact hours
This is an intermediate course that deals with database concepts,
sorting, indexing, report and screen generation, query files, and
relational databases. Students design and develop microcomputer
database systems using Microsoft Access. Prerequisite: CIS 115.
CIS 255 - Operating Systems
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course traces the development of operating systems from the first
hands-on system to current multi-programmed and time-shared systems.
Students study how the operating system ensures the correct operation of
the computer system. Students demonstrate an appreciation for operating
system tasks and how they occur. Prerequisite: CIS 115
CIS 276 - Programming in C
3
credits/4 contact hours
This
course is an introduction to programming in C. Topics include an
overview of the C programming language, data types, operators, control
structures and input/output functions. Students prepare programs in C++.
Prerequisites: CIS 115 and MAT 120 or MAT 127
CIS 132 - Visual Programming II
3
credits/3 contact hours
This course
continuation develops more complex applications in the Microsoft .Net
environment. Students use the principles of effective program
development to develop event-driven applications. Students develop
programs with effective user interfaces and logically constructed code
to create advanced computer applications. Students develop algorithms
to access and process data from various file types, work with classes
and objects and explore ADO.Net and ASP.Net. Students use the Visual
Basic.Net IDE to code their programs. Prerequisite: CIS 131.
CIS 152 – Computer Hardware
3 credits/3 contact
hours
This course is an
introduction to the installation, maintenance and repair of Personal
Computers and related equipment. Students will develop an understanding
of PC environments including operating systems, the motherboard, power
supply, switch setting, I/O cards, memory, and storage devices as well
as connecting peripherals. In the lab, students will gain hands-on
experience by problem solving using various diagnostic tools and skills.
CIS 280 - Information Systems Internship
3
credits/7 contact hours
Information Systems
Fieldwork is designed for students seeking a career in computer
technology. Students are placed as an intern in a business,
not-for-profit organization or with YCCC's Computing Services totaling
135 hours. The fieldwork consists of students applying their computer
and personal skills to accomplish various tasks. Prerequisite: The
course is open to any third or fourth semester Computer Technology major
with at least a GPA of 3.0 in CIS courses.
CIS 285 - Network Design & Management
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course applies the knowledge that students gained in the perquisite
courses. Students look at networks from a management perspective first,
and then apply their knowledge to the computer and telecommunications
components that make the system function. “Real-world” casework is
utilized. Architectural considerations range from platform to media to
topology to access. The solutions examined range from traditional to
“leading edge” technologies. Real world tools such as project management
software are introduced. The course emphasizes terminology of the
networking world and the function of its hardware/software components.
Prerequisite: CIS 190
CIS 290 - Special Topics in Computer Technology
3
credits/3 contact hours
The
topics covered in this course vary from semester to semester. The goal
is to increase the student’s awareness of the most current technology
and the current issues in the field of information technology.
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COM 101 - Introduction to Film
3
credits/3 contact hours
Film
techniques, terminology, and criticism, are studied, using a variety of
recent popular films on television and videotape as the subjects for
discussion and analysis. Prerequisite: ENG 101
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CUL 104 - Food Service Sanitation
3
credits/3 contact hours
Lectures on the causes of food borne illnesses and accident prevention
practices in food service establishments are presented. A Hazard
Analysis of Critical Control Point (HACCP) Management-oriented treatment
for the prevention of food-borne illnesses, safe food handling, personal
hygiene, sanitary design and care of facilities and equipment, pest
control, and self-inspection. Students will review and interpret food
service laws for consumer protection and standards for employee working
conditions. Students are also introduced to the methodology of
dishwashing systems for the best sanitation results. Utilization of
materials, causes, and prevention of accidents, and discussion of
elementary first aid including the Heimlich Maneuver are covered with
emphasis on employee training. Upon successful completion of this course
the student will receive a certificate from the National Restaurant
Association.
CUL 105 - Food Fundamentals
4
credits/8 contact hours
This
course is designed to introduce the student to the basic principles of
food selection, storage, preparation and service. The students will
learn to identify and classify fruits, vegetables, meats, fish, and
poultry, as well as the basic stocks, soups and sauces. The development
and understanding of the principles of cooking, baking, knife skills,
and kitchen operations will be instructed through lecture and laboratory
classes. Core requisite: CUL 104
CUL 108 - Principles of Nutrition
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course studies the relationship between food and health. The importance
of nutritionally balanced and well prepared meals is emphasized through
study of the functions of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and fiber in
the diet. Emphasis is on the principles of nutrition, the six basic
nutrients, and related health concepts. Various eating behaviors,
recommended dietary intakes and tools for diet management will be
discussed.
CUL 109 - Dining Room Operations
3
credits/3 contact hours
The
fundamental principles pertaining to the “front-of-the house” procedures
from guest relations to basic dining room techniques and table service
are introduced. Procedures such as buffet setting, casserole service,
check writing, and tray carrying are discussed and practiced. The course
also addresses the differences among French, American, Russian, and
English styles of table service.
CUL 120 - Menu Planning & Management
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course introduces the student to the importance of the menu as a cost
control tool, sales, advertising, merchandising, and marketing tool. The
menu addresses both control and marketing related concerns and combines
them into a workable system. The student will gain an understanding in
the development process of menus for each area of the food service
industry including breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as standard and
cycle menus.
CUL 150 - Food Production I
4
credits/8 contact hours
This
course offers the opportunities to practice and apply the skills and
techniques learned in food fundamentals. Concentration will be on meat,
poultry, and vegetable cookery as they relate to the basic cooking
principles. The introduction of Garde Manger in reference to salads,
sandwiches, appetizers, and canapés are taught through lecture and hands
on demonstrations and practice. Basic dessert and bread preparation will
be introduced. Prerequisite: CUL 105
CUL 215 - Food Production II
4
credits/8 contact hours
This
course is a continuation of hands-on application and theory designed
around the introduction of classical and international cuisine both in
hot food as well as in desserts and pastries. The student will also
build upon the fundamentals of Garde Manger as they are introduced to
the production of terrines, pates, and sausages. Prerequisite: CUL 150
CUL 220 - Hotel and Restaurant Baking and Pastries
3
credits/6 contact hours
The
students will have a hands-on learning experience in developing and
creating breakfast pastries, breads, and a la carte desserts. They will
prepare and present advanced American regional and international
desserts. Bread making and decorative breads will be taught.
Prerequisite: CUL 104
CUL 290 – Culinary Internship
3
credits/7 contact hours
The
culinary internship provides students with a “hands-on” learning
experience in preparing and serving food and beverages at one of many of
York County’s food service operations. The internship will be under
supervised conditions and students will be required to complete 135
hours of supervised work experience in the industry. Prerequisites: All
core courses
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ECE 101 - Introduction to Early Childhood
Education – The Child’s Learning Environment
3
credits/3 contact hours
The
student explores theory and application of early childhood programs,
past and present. The student examines the professional qualities and
skills necessary for working with young children from six weeks to eight
years using the National Association for the Education of Young Children
guidelines. Based upon developmentally appropriate physical, cognitive,
and social environments, the student studies appropriate materials and
best practices - multicultural and inclusive, which meet the diverse
needs of the child. Observation of learning environment components in
existing programs, portfolio development, and expositions of acquired
learning outcomes are integral parts of this course.
ECE 108 - Health, Safety, & Nutrition of Young
Children
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course is designed to help students understand the correlation between
health, safety, and nutrition and to explore ways in which children can
become involved and responsible for their own well-being. Emphasis will
be placed on adults assisting young children to develop good habits and
attitudes regarding health, safety, and nutrition. Students research and
present current safety and health, issues, policies, and procedures.
ECE 170 – Observation & Assessment
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course is designed to increase objectivity and detail when interpreting
children’s performance. Each student completes forty-five hours in the
field. The student observes and records developmental characteristics
and skills and patters of behavior. Students attend weekly seminars to
explore, review and revise recorded forms of observation completed at an
approved site. Students research various assessment measures used with
young children. Each student uses the information observed at a site to
create a teacher-made assessment activity and documentation tools. The
student performs the assessment with children at the field site. The
student documents, assesses, and reports the outcomes of the field
application. Prerequisite: ENG101, ECE101, PSY180.
ECE 190 - Guidance of Young Children-Birth to
Primary Age
3
credits/3 contact hours
The
students examine the various theorists’ philosophies to guiding young
children’s behavior and the application of techniques that will help
each child learn to care about themselves and others. The students
review the diverse needs of a young child’s development - specifically
detailing social/emotional growth. The course content addresses learning
styles, personality types, parenting styles, adult/ child peer group
interactions, and other criteria that influence behavior. The students
develop and practice their own guidance philosophy and techniques based
upon research and observation of best practices. Prerequisite: PSY 180
ECE 202 - Language and Literacy Curriculum
Practices
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course reviews the development of language in infants, toddlers, and
young children. Students will learn how to encourage and enhance verbal
and nonverbal skills by creating an interactive and communication-rich
environment filled with oral and written resources. Students will
evaluate literature, poetry, and music for the enrichment of the child’s
natural learning environment. Students practice the appropriate methods
for using stories, books, finger plays, poetry, puppetry, flannel
boards, dramatic and thematic play with infants, toddlers, and
preschoolers. Prerequisite: ECE 101, PSY 180
ECE 206 - Education of Children with Special Needs
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course is designed to introduce students to the field of special
education. Students explore causes and characteristics of various
disabilities. Students learn to identify special needs in children, to
refer children to appropriate professional resource personnel and to
collaborate with parents and with special education professionals.
Students learn the appropriate methods to care for and to teach children
with special needs in inclusive or special home and facility settings.
Students explore appropriate early intervention and interaction
strategies for young children with disabilities such as collaboratively
developing an individual family serve plans (IFSP). Prerequisite: PSY
180
ECE 207 - Infant & Toddler Curriculum Development
& Practices
3
credits/3 contact hours
The
students review and re-examine the developmental areas of child growth
from birth to age three years. This in depth study of social-emotion,
cognitive, physical, and language development in the very young child
provides a basis for implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum
through the selection of materials, the modeling of language, and the
creation of nurturing environments. Students explore concepts and
methods dealing with inclusion programs for exceptional children.
Students research and select pedagogy that encourages and enhances
cognitive, physical and social/emotional growth through the role of play
in the learning environment. Also, students explore the influence of
various issues of development such as attachment and brain growth
research to the selection of pedagogy and activities for the very young
child. Students create a working professional curriculum portfolio.
Prerequisite: ECE 101, PSY 180
ECE 210 - Management of Child Care Centers
3
credits/3 contact hours
The
emphasis of this course is based upon the methods of organizing and
operating childcare centers. Students explore legal regulations,
equipment needs and selection, community relations, budgetary needs and
resources, employment procedures and child placement in the program. The
students evaluate all components of a successful program: development of
ethical, appropriate program philosophy, placement and transition of
children, hiring practices, schedules, health and safety procedures, use
of developmental domains, ages and stages of development and other
aspects of program to meet children’s individual needs. Prerequisite:
ECE 101, PSY 180
ECE 219 – Curriculum Preschool through Primary-age
3
credits/3 contact hours
The
course focus is upon major elements of curriculum planning in early
childhood education. Students learn to use skill and developmental
growth assessment of children to design daily, weekly and long-range
instructional planning. They research various types of schedules to
meet the individual learning needs of preschool to primary-age
children. The students research learning styles and learning theories
as well as the use of commercial curriculum materials. The students
develop lesson plans and behavioral objectives for learning activities.
The students explore and design instructional materials for use in
child-centered developmentally appropriate activities with a community
of young learners 3 years – 8 years of age. Prerequisite: ECE101,
ECE202, PSY180.
ECE 255 – Practicum I
3
credits/ 3 contact hours
In
this course students perform a supervised teaching experience in an
approved licensed early childhood program in the community. Each
student will complete 135 hours during the 14 weeks of practicum in the
placement site and attend weekly seminars on campus. Students research,
design, perform and assess developmentally appropriate practices with a
specified group of young children between the ages of six weeks and
eight years. The students develop a professional teaching portfolio as
a documentation tool including professional observation materials,
lesson plans, curriculum design, facility information and reflective
assessment through journal entries. The students are observed at least
twice during the semester by a college supervisor. Prerequisite:
ECE170 with a minimum grade of “C”.
ECE 265 – Early Childhood Practicum II
4
credits/4 contact hours
This
course provides students with supervised teaching experiences in
licensed, approved, cooperating early childhood programs in the
community. Each student attends weekly seminars and completes 180 hours
of practicum. The student interacts with a specified group of children
between the ages of six weeks and eight years over a 14-week period. The
student develops and performs supervised an on-site developmentally
appropriate curriculum plans weekly as an assistant in the classroom, as
well as one weeklong unit as lead teacher. Also, the student develops a
professional portfolio, practicum solo-week documentation board and a
resume. Prerequisite: ECE 255 and CPR Certification
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ECO 110 - Macroeconomics
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course is concerned with the behavior of economic aggregate, which
include total output and income, the price levels and inflation, total
employment and unemployment, economic growth, money, the banking system,
and the formulation of fiscal and monetary policies in the pursuit of
economic stabilization.
ECO 120 - Microeconomics
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course introduces the theory and practice of contemporary
microeconomics. The primary focus of this course is on how individuals
and societies deal with allocating scarce resources to satisfy the needs
and wants of individual members of a society. Furthermore, the course
provides better understanding of the various economic forces that affect
daily decision-making.
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EDU 101 - Introduction to Para Education
3
credits/3 contact hours
This course will
define the role of the educational technician in the Maine public school
environment. The participants build knowledge and skills related to
aspects of professional practices and develop awareness of the role of
the public school specialists. The course content includes but not
limited to such issues in education as confidentiality and para
partnerships as they pertain to school culture in order to function
effectively in the classroom and to improve student-learning.
EDU 102 -
Introduction to Teaching
3
credits/3 contact hours
This course is
designed for students who want to explore a career in K-12 teaching.
The course includes a survey of historical trends and philosophical
perspectives shaping education as well as discussion of major issues in
today, including national and state frameworks for learning (Maine
Learning Results). Students will review the varied roles of teachers as
they work with students, parents and administrators as well as Maine’s
teacher certification requirements. Students also will acquire a
general knowledge of learning theory and best practice models in the
field today.
EDU 105 - Introduction to Exceptionality
3
credits/3 contact hours
The students examine
the tenets of the special education law, Individuals with Disabilities
Education Act, IDEA. The students study the categorical areas of
special education, learning disabilities, emotional/behavioral
impairment, attention deficit/hyperactive disorder, giftedness, mental
retardation, severe/multiple disabilities, autism, other health
impairment, physical disabilities, traumatic brain injury, communication
impairments, hearing impairments, and visual impairments. Students
explore etiology and diagnosis of the categorical areas and learn
methods of educational intervention for each. Students connect the
needs of the categorical areas to the mandate for instruction in the
regular curriculum.
EDU 160 –
Technology in Education
3
credits/4 contact hours
The
students explore software and Web sites aimed at the learner and
teacher with an emphasis on critically assessing computer activities for
young learners. The students will research and assess appropriate
teaching aids and resources. Students develop plans and strategies for
using other types of technical media: teaching, learning and assessment
tools. Students receive a basic introduction to the current PC
operating system and to the Internet.
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EMT 101 – Basic Emergency Technician
5 credits/5 contact
hours
This course is
designed to give the student an introduction to pre-hospital emergency
care, leading to licensure as a Basic EMT. The student will be
introduced to basic elements of Human Anatomy and Physiology,
Pharmacology, Pathophysiology and appropriate care of the sick and
injured. Practical topics covered include patient assessment skills,
airway management and oxygen administration, CPR, spinal immobilization,
shock management, bandaging and splinting, and medication
administration.
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ENG 095 – Reading and Writing Workshop
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
intensive course is designed to prepare students for college-level
reading and writing assignments. Students will learn reading
comprehension and critical reading strategies, as they work with
articles, essays, and college textbooks. Short writing assignments will
focus on basic writing skills, including paragraph development, sentence
structure, and mechanics. Prerequisite: Reading Placement Exam
ENG 101 – College Composition
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course emphasizes the development of writing, analytical reading, and
critical thinking skills so that students are able to use their own
knowledge and that of experts to clearly communicate ideas and
arguments. Students will draft, revise and edit short and long essays,
including a research paper, and submit a writing portfolio at the end of
the semester.
Prerequisite: C or
better in ENG 095, or Reading Placement Exam.
ENG 112 - Introduction to Literature
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
lecture/discussion course introduces students to varied forms of
literature, including short stories, poetry, drama, novels and film, and
focuses on developing students’ abilities to respond to and interpret
literary texts. Prerequisite: ENG 101
ENG 121 - World Literature
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course introduces students to literature from around the globe and
across the span of four thousand years, including work from Asia, the
Americas, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. Attention will be paid to
the diversity of literary forms (the epic, sonnet, koan, folktale, Noh
play, haiku, and hymn, for example) and to the similarity of literary
motifs and themes, despite differences of time and place. Prerequisite:
ENG 101
ENG 201 - Creative Writing
3
credits/3 contact hours
This
course introduces students to elements of writing fiction, creative
essays, and poetry. Students will complete exercises designed to develop
techniques and craft; study literary texts; and develop a portfolio of
writing. The course will include frequent workshops in which students
read and discuss the writing of their peers. Prerequisite: ENG 101
ENG 211 - Technical Writing
3
credits/3 contact hours
Covers
a variety of technical writing and workplace communication tasks | 
