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2013-2014 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Engineering Technology: Industrial
  

  • ETI 3647 - Supply Chain Management

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.A.S.)


    This course presents the basic concepts, principles, techniques of supply chain management. This course will incorporate inventory management, logistic management, and supply chain management as they relate to the core aspects of the management practice.


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  • ETI 4448 - Applied Project Management

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.A.S.)


    This course stresses the mathematical, scientific or technical knowledge that relates to the support of industrial systems including the aspects of industrial processes and social science.


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Engineering Technology: Power
  

  • ETP 1511 - Introduction to Biofuels

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This is an introductory course designed to give an understanding of various renewable feedstocks of importance to Florida, and their availability and attributes for biofuels production. It also provides an understanding of the broad concept of second and third generation biofuel production from biomass and other low-cost agriresidues and biowastes. The students learn to analyze and design processes for biofuel production.


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  • ETP 2322 - Smart Grid Technology

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course is designed to introduce students to the basic principles of smart grid technology.  Students use theory and hands-on practices to become familiar with the various aspects of smart grid technology.


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  • ETP 3240 - Modern Electric Power Systems

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.A.S.)


    This course provides working knowledge of modern electric power systems including generation, transformation, transmission, distribution and utilization of electric power and energy. Basic electrical terminology and concepts are discussed with regard to design, construction, operations and maintenance of power plants substations and transmission and distribution lines. The effects of the deregulation of electric power utilities are discussed.


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  • ETP 3300 - Energy Policy and Regulations

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.A.S.)


    This course begins with a general introduction into policy formation, implementation and assessment. The history of the human use of energy, energy policy and energy regulation is outlined. Focus is on how and why we have our current energy policies and regulations. Open discussions explore some of the possible future scenarios for energy policies and regulation.


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  • ETP 3320 - Intro to Energy Technology

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.A.S.)


    This course introduces the student to various energy generation, transmission and use technologies. Energy efficiency in new and existing buildings, net metering of renewable distributed sources, load control, smart grid, emission reduction methods, cogeneration, waste to energy, and other methods to conserve, generate and deliver energy are detailed.


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  • ETP 3930 - Special Topics: Energy Technology Management

    (1-3 Credit Hours)
    (B.A.S.)


    This course is designed to meet specific needs of individuals or groups that the standard courses do not meet. It may contain material selected from existing courses or emerging topics.


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Engineering Technology: Specialty
  

  • ETS 2364 - Introduction to Nanotechnology

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


     

    This course is a fundamental nanotechnology course that covers laboratory safety, nanoparticle deposition and measuring techniques using light scattering, x-ray diffraction AFM and SEM.  There also is practice writing a scientific paper and scientific paper review.  Offered as EST 2360 prior to Fall 2012.


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  • ETS 2604 - Robotics Applications

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course is designed to introduce students to the basic principles of robots including classification, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and applications in the robotics industry.  Students use hands-on practices to become familiar with sections of a robotic system.


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  • ETS 4515 - Building Automation Systems

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.A.S.)


    This course offers foundational skills in areas of electrical technology and HVAC technology. Course work emphasizes the application of the fundamentals of mechanical systems, control system theory and the use of computer methods to control and integrate the operation of buildings in a productive, safe and efficient manner. Energy management in buildings is studied.


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  • ETS 4536 - Control Systems and Networking

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.A.S.)


     

    11.          This course offers foundational skills of control system design and networking. Course work reviews current topics such as security, network management and sensor networks. Course work also covers two-way information exchange, monitoring and controlling time-varying energy consumption and secure information and communications networks. Smart meters, gateway devices and software systems also are studied.


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  • ETS 4950 - Senior Capstone Project in Energy Technology Management

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.A.S.)


    Prerequisites:  ,  ,  .

    This capstone course provides students an opportunity to apply their knowledge of energy technology management through teaching, internship, observation or work experience. This course uses selected sites on and off campus to develop the expanding role of the energy technology manager.


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English Communication
  

  • ENC 0015C - College Preparatory Writing I College Preparatory

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (C.P.)


    Three hours per week and a required online laboratory component.

    This course is required for students whose past performance and/or test scores indicate a need for training in the basic skills of written communication. After successful completion with a grade of “C” or better, the student will enroll in ENC 0025C .


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  • ENC 0025C - College Preparatory Writing II College Preparatory

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (C.P.)


    Three hours per week and a required online laboratory component. Prerequisites: ENC 0015C  or appropriate test scores.

    This course is required for students whose past performance and/or test scores indicate a need for training in the basic skills of written communication with emphasis on writing multi-paragraph essays. After successful completion with a grade of “C” or better, the student will enroll in ENC 1101 .


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  • ENC 1101 - Written Communication I

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: ENC 0020  or ENC 0025C  and REA 0002  or REA 0017  or appropriate score on English and reading placement test.

    This course meets Area I of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements and the Gordon Rule requirement. This course encompasses grammar and diction review, composition, expository writing, work with both primary and multiple source themes, instruction in the use of the library and writing the research paper, and practice in oral communication.


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  • ENC 1102 - Written Communication II

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: Completion of ENC 1101  with a grade of “C” or better.

    This course meets Area I of the A.A. general education requirements and the Gordon Rule requirement. While instruction in composition, rhetoric, grammar and research is continued from ENC 1101 , course content includes an introduction to literature with emphasis on reading critically and analytically, understanding literary terminology and techniques and writing about literature.


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  • ENC 1949 - Co-Op Work Experience I in English

    (1 to 3 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Twelve hours of volunteer or work experience per week are expected based on the credit hour requirements. Prerequisites: permission of instructor or program manager.

    This work-study course reinforces education and professional growth in a student’s academic major through coordinated field experiences. The student, instructor and work site supervisor work together to determine specific learning objectives for each student. The student is then evaluated based on documentation of satisfactory completion of the learning objectives and work assignments. With program manager’s approval and based upon degree requirements, degree-seeking students who are making progress in their degree program may repeat this course for a maximum total of three credits.


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  • ENC 2210 - Technical Communication

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: ENC 1101  with a grade of “C” or better.

    This course meets the Gordon Rule requirement. This is a basic course in communication, both written and oral, for anyone who must convey specific information accurately and clearly. Representative aspects of technical communication encountered in industry and business are covered.


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  • ENC 2930 - Special Topics: English

    (1 to 3 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course is designed to meet the special needs of individuals and groups for whom regular, described courses may not be available.


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  • ENC 2949 - Internship Experience in English

    (1 to 3 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Twelve hours of volunteer or work experience per week are expected based on the credit hour requirements. Prerequisites: Six hours of ENC credit and/or permission of instructor or program manager.

    This work-study course is designed to continue training in the student’s academic major through field experiences. The student, instructor and work site supervisor work together to determine specific learning objectives for each student. The student is then evaluated based on documentation of satisfactory completion of the learning objectives and technical project. With program manager’s approval and based upon degree requirements, degree-seeking students who are making progress in their degree program may repeat this course for a maximum total of three credits.


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English for Academic Purposes
  

  • EAP 0300 - Speech/Listening III

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (Institutional Credi)


    Placement by ESL Accuplacer and writing sample. This is an intermediate-level course in which EAP students develop the speaking and listening skills necessary for participation in classroom discussions with an introduction to oral presentations and critical listening skills. Further improvement of pronunciation also is emphasized. A grade of “C” or better is necessary to move to EAP 0400 - Speech/Listening IV .


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  • EAP 0320 - Reading III

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (Institutional Credit)


    Placement by ESL Accuplacer and writing sampleEAP 0220 . This is an intermediate-level course in which EAP students develop the ability to read text on familiar and basic academic topics. Emphasis will be placed on vocabulary expansion and application of critical reading skills. A grade of “C” or better is necessary to move to EAP 0420 - Reading IV .


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  • EAP 0340 - Writing III

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (Institutional Credit)


    Prerequisites: concurrent registration in and/or successful completion of EAP 0300 , EAP 0320  and EAP 0360  .

    Placement by ESL Accuplacer and writing sample. This is an intermediate-level writing course in which EAP students develop their ability to write basic structured academic paragraphs on familiar topics and execute other academic writing tasks. A grade of “C” or better is necessary to move to EAP 0440 - Writing IV .


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  • EAP 0360 - Grammar III

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (Institutional Credit)


    Placement by ESL Accuplacer and writing sample. This is an intermediate-level grammar course in which EAP students increase their accuracy of grammatical structures appropriate to classroom discussion and the writing of academic paragraphs. A grade of “C” or better is necessary to move to EAP 0460 - Grammar IV .


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  • EAP 0400 - Speech/Listening IV

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (Institutional Credit)


    Placement by ESL Accuplacer and writing sample or successful completion of EAP 0300 . This is a high intermediate-level course in which EAP students continue to develop their speaking and listening skills necessary for participating in classroom discussions, giving oral presentations and listening critically. A grade of “C” or better is necessary to pass the course.


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  • EAP 0420 - Reading IV

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (Institutional Credit)


    Placement by ESL Accuplacer and writing sample or successful completion of EAP 0320 . This is a high intermediate-level course in which EAP students continue to develop their ability to read text on familiar and basic academic topics. Emphasis will be placed on vocabulary expansion and application of critical reading skills. A grade of “C” or better is necessary to pass the course.


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  • EAP 0440 - Writing IV

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (Institutional Credit)


    Prerequisites: Concurrent registration in and/or successful completion of EAP 0400 , EAP 0420  and EAP 0460 .

    Placement by ESL Accuplacer and writing sample or successful completion of EAP 0340 . This is a high intermediate-level course in which EAP students develop the ability to write more sophisticated academic paragraphs in various rhetorical modes and execute other academic writing tasks. A grade of “C” or better is necessary to pass the course.


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  • EAP 0460 - Grammar IV

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (Institutional Credit)


    Placement by ESL Accuplacer and writing sample or successful completion of EAP 0360 . This is a high intermediate-level course in which EAP students develop their ability to use grammatical structures appropriate to classroom discussion, oral presentations, and writing of more sophisticated academic paragraphs with an emphasis on increased accuracy. A grade of “C” or better is necessary to pass the course.


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  • EAP 1520 - Reading V

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: Placement by ESL Accuplacer and writing sample or successful completion of EAP 0420.

     

    This is an advanced level reading course for ESL students designed to increase their vocabulary and their ability to comprehend lengthier texts on diverse academic topics by applying appropriate reading strategies.  Please note that no more than a total of twelve (12) combined credits from EAP courses may count toward A.A. elective credits. Students are advised to consult the transfer university about the number of transferrable credits for EAP courses.


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  • EAP 1540 - Writing V

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: Placement by ESL Accuplacer and writing sample or successful completion of EAP 0440.

     

    This is an advanced level writing course for ESL students designed to develop their ability to write basic, structured academic essays with an emphasis on accuracy and cohesiveness and execute other academic writing tasks.  Please note that no more than a total of twelve (12) combined credits from EAP courses may count toward A.A. elective credits. Students are advised to consult the transfer university about the number of transferrable credits for EAP courses.


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  • EAP 1620 - Reading VI

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: Placement by ESL Accuplacer and writing sample or successful completion of EAP 1520.

     

    This is a high advanced level reading course for ESL students designed to develop their ability to comprehend and interpret authentic college-level texts in content areas by applying appropriate reading strategies.  Please note that no more than a total of twelve (12) combined credits from EAP courses may count toward A.A. elective credits. Students are advised to consult the transfer university about the number of transferrable credits for EAP courses.


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  • EAP 1640 - Writing VI

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: Placement by ESL Accuplacer and writing sample or successful completion of EAP 1540.

     

    This is a high advanced level writing course for ESL students designed to develop their ability to write a variety of college-level essays with sophistication, fluency and accuracy and execute other academic writing tasks.  Please note that no more than a total of twelve (12) combined credits from EAP courses may count towards A.A. elective credits. Students are advised to consult the transfer university about the number of transferrable credits for EAP courses.


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  • EAP 1660 - Advanced Grammar and Editing

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: Placement by ESL Accuplacer and writing sample, successful completion of   or permission of the Language and Literature department chair. 

    This advanced level course for ESL students is designed to enhance their editing skills using advanced grammatical forms and to broaden their acquisition of academic vocabulary.   Please note that no more than a total of twelve (12) combined credits from EAP courses may count toward A.A. elective credits. Students are advised to consult the transfer university about the number of transferrable credits for EAP courses.


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English Literature
  

  • ENL 2010 - English Literature I

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: ENC 1101  and concurrent registration in or completion of ENC 1102  with a grade of “C” or better.

    This course meets Area IV of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements and the Gordon Rule requirement. A chronological survey of masterpieces of British literature, with a focus on literary history, philosophic backgrounds, and analytical and critical reading and writing. This course explores British literature from its origins to 1790, including the Old English (Anglo-Saxon), Medieval, Renaissance (Early Modern), and Neoclassical periods.


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  • ENL 2022 - English Literature II

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: ENC 1101  and concurrent registration in or completion of ENC 1102  with a grade of “C” or better.

    This course meets Area IV of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements and the Gordon Rule requirement. A chronological survey of masterpieces of British literature, with a focus on literary history, philosophic backgrounds, and analytical and critical reading and writing. This course explores British literature from 1790 to the present, including the Romantic, Victorian, Modern, and Contemporary periods.


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Entrepreneurship
  

  • ENT 2000 - Introduction to Entrepreneurship

    (3)
    (A.S.)


    This course is an introduction to entrepreneurship and covers the characteristics of an entrepreneur, the process of evaluating business opportunities, target customers and market mix, business plan basics, and securing and managing funds to start a business. Students will learn how to assess and evaluate their ideas for a new business and how to develop a business plan: developing an idea into a written outline.   is recommended before enrolling in ENT 2000 although it is not a requirement.


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  • ENT 2112 - Entrepreneurship and Business Plan

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.

    The course includes a lecture component. This is a “capstone” course and should be taken in the final semester of study as a hands-on experience through the application of academic knowledge to real world entrepreneurial experience. Students will identify entrepreneurial career paths, identify challenges and solutions in the entrepreneurial workplace; develop a network of employers and peers. The students will complete a business plan and present this plan to a panel composed of members from the business community.


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  • ENT 2120 - Marketing for the Entrepreneur

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Marketing is key to any entrepreneurial venture. This course explores economic, psychological, sociological, and global issues as well as identifying consumer and organizational needs. Students will learn how to: 1) identify the five major concepts of marketing; 2) conduct market research; 3) prepare and implement a basic communication plan; 4) identify external and internal marketing forces; and 5) write a basic marketing plan. This course is also an introduction to various e-commerce tools for marketing, communications, and market analysis and customer feedback techniques. E-Commerce becomes more important for entrepreneurs as consumers rely increasingly on their computers to communicate and make purchase decisions. You will learn how to stay connected to your customer and how to optimize electronic strategies to sell your products and services.


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  • ENT 2411 - Entrepreneurship Accounting, Finance and Taxes Topics

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Prerequisites: It is recommended that students take   before enrolling but it is not a requirement.

    A basic understanding of accounting is essential for an entrepreneur. Students will learn how to analyze business transactions in a manual and computerized environment. The course prepares the entrepreneur to maintain basic accounting records (books), or to effectively review the work of a bookkeeper. This course is designed for the entrepreneur who needs a deeper understanding of finance and how best to utilize funds and taxes implications for the Entrepreneur.


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  • ENT 2430 - Entrepreneurship Legal Issues

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course will enable the aspiring or existing entrepreneur to open and operate a business within the framework of the legal system. This includes compliance with tort law, with the rules and regulations of Texas Common Law and US constitution, and rules of business ethics. Also discussed, how to settle disputes and minimize time spent in litigation.


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Environmental Studies
  

  • EVR 3315 - Introduction to Renewable Energy

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.A.S.)


    This course introduces students to the different types of renewable energy systems. The term “renewable” is defined. Electrical and thermal solar energy, on and off shore wind power, geo-thermal, algae, bio fuels and methane waste to energy processes are some of the renewable technologies that are explored during the course.


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European History
  

  • EUH 1000 - Western Civilization I

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course meets Area III of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements and part of the International/Intercultural requirement. This survey course covers the civilization and cultures of the Western world from the earliest civilizations of the Middle East through the age of the Reformation to approximately 1600.


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  • EUH 1001 - Western Civilization II

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course meets Area III of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements and part of the International/Intercultural requirement. This survey course emphasizes the political, social, economic, religious and cultural aspects of the modern world from approximately 1600 to the present.


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  • EUH 2032 - History of World War II and the Holocaust

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites:   with a grade of “C” or better.

    This course meets the Gordon Rule requirement. This survey course addresses the historical, social and psychological forces, ideas and events leading up to the Holocaust. This course also covers the history of World War II. No previous knowledge of Judaism, the Holocaust or World War II is required.


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  • EUH 2930 - Special Topics in Western Civilization

    (1 to 4 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course is designed to meet the specific needs of individuals or groups for whom regularly described courses may not be available.


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Film
  

  • FIL 1000 - Introduction to Film and Television

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: Concurrent registration or completion of ENC 1101  with a grade of “C” or better.

    This course introduces the student to the essentials of creative filmmaking and television production, providing a broad theoretical and practical base from which the student can expand to long-form film and video projects. Additional special fees are required.


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  • FIL 1007 - Foundations of Story

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: ENC 1101 .

    This course meets the Gordon Rule requirement. It is an analysis of dramatic and cinematic structures designed to help students develop visual literacy. Films are viewed with an emphasis on formalism – how the language of the film (camera work, editing, sound, story structure, acting, etc.) creates meaning for viewers. Various theories of criticism are addressed, along with genre imperatives and storytelling trends in world cinema. “Foundations of Story” is not a history of cinema, but an exploration of its language, properties and style that equip the viewer to better understand the audiovisual culture that surrounds us.


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  • FIL 1030 - History of Motion Pictures

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course meets Area IV for the A.A./A.S. general education requirements, and part of the International/Intercultural requirement. This is a basic survey and appreciation course in the art of international film making. Through lecture, text and film, the history of cinema is traced from 1895 to the present. More than 12 feature films are presented for analysis. Additional special fees are required.


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  • FIL 1420 - Introduction to Film Production I

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: FIL 1000  or permission of the instructor.

    This production course builds upon the aesthetic investigations and elementary technical skills developed in FIL 1000 . It includes an exploration of documentary film or avant garde film techniques and hands-on production. Students apply the essentials of creative film making in both studio and location settings. Additional special fees are required.


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  • FIL 1537 - Audio Design

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Three hours per week lecture/demonstration and individual laboratory time. Prerequisites: FIL 1000 , FIL 2571 .

    This course engages the student in both the techniques and aesthetics of digital audio production. The resulting projects are stand-alone audio packages or supplemental components of larger, multimedia programs. There is strong emphasis on recording and editing strategies, with a variety of outcome programming customized to fit listener forums such as radio, television, Internet audio, Website audio, CD, instructional and informational tapes and film soundtracks. Additional special fees are required.


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  • FIL 1949 - Career Decision Work Experience In Film/Video

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Twelve hours of volunteer or work experience per week are expected based on the credit hour requirements. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor or program manager.

    This work-study course reinforces education and professional growth in a student’s academic major through coordinated field experiences. The student, instructor and work-site supervisor work together to determine specific learning objectives for each student. The student is then evaluated based on documentation of satisfactory completion of the learning objectives and work assignments.


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  • FIL 2100 - Motion Picture Writing I

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: ENC 1101 .

    This course introduces the student to the elements necessary for understanding and appreciating the motion picture screenplay and provides instruction on the techniques of writing professional scripts. Components include detailed study of the core elements that comprise screenplays (dialogue, character, imagery and plot), thorough analysis of the mechanics of structure and form, individual study of exemplary screenplays and execution of these skills in the form of a completed screenplay. Additional special fees are required.


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  • FIL 2423 - Foundations of Production

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: FIL 1000  or permission of instructor.

    A study and execution of the film-making process from concept to completion with special emphasis on relationships between various job categories. Through participation as a member of a production crew, a short film will be produced to help understand the specific roles of “below-the-line” production technicians. This course explores the industrial production process and prepares students to work on professional film sets as well as run their own student productions effectively. Additional special fee is required.


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  • FIL 2552 - Editing

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: FIL 1000  or permission of the instructor.

    A comprehensive course examining the theory, procedures and practices of digital video editing. Students edit dramatic scenes and documentary footage to learn the tools and techniques of the editor’s craft in the service of narrative and information delivery. The language of cinematic montage and issues of continuity, movement, sound and effects are studied as they relate to the essentials of visual storytelling. Additional special fee is required.


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  • FIL 2571 - Post-production Workshop

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Prerequisites: FIL 1000 , FIL 1420  or permission of instructor.

    Advanced study in film, television and radio production through class activities, lecture, discussion and assigned internship duties at local production and post-production facilities. Media outlets for workshop projects can conform to individual student’s areas of interest. Included is an analysis of market trends and promotional aspects of specific media. Additional special fees are required.


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  • FIL 2580 - Film-Style Production

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Prerequisites: FIL 1000 , FIL 1420 .

    This course invites participation by advanced students in a practical experience of electronic moviemaking where both technical and aesthetic skills are developed. By experiencing key roles on a film crew, students collaborate to create a single film project that can represent the College on the festival circuit and in student competitions. Ongoing projects are planned and critiqued in weekly three-hour production meetings. All other production activity is scheduled accordingly. Additional special fees are required.


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  • FIL 2835 - Appreciation of Film

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours per week. Prerequisites: ENC 1101 .

    This course meets part of the International/Intercultural requirement. It is designed to improve understanding and appreciation of film as an art form by emphasizing a genre-study approach. This is a critical and historical exploration through lecture, feature film screenings, discussion, text readings and written assignments with a basic introduction to film theory and the rudimentary principles of film production. Appreciation of Film also includes examples from other media such as literature, theatre, music and television, to compare how those forms address the genre conventions.


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  • FIL 2930 - Special Topics: Film

    (1 to 3 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course is designed to meet the special needs of individuals or groups for whom regular, described courses may not be available.


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  • FIL 2949 - Internship in Film/Video

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Twelve hours of volunteer or work experience per week are expected based on the credit hour requirements. Prerequisites: Six hours of FIL or MMC credit and/or permission of instructor or program manager.

    This work-study course is designed to continue training in a student’s academic major through field experiences. The student, instructor and work-site supervisor work together to determine specific learning objectives for each student. The student is then evaluated based on documentation of satisfactory completion of the learning objectives and technical project.


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Finance
  

  • FIN 2001 - Financial Management

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Prerequisites: ACG 2021C  or permission of department chair.

    A study of the processes, decisions, structures and institutional arrangements concerned with the acquisition and utilization of funds by a firm is presented. Financial statement analysis for investment also is covered.


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  • FIN 2100 - Personal Finance

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    An introductory course in personal finance. This course provides a survey of the areas of personal economic and financial matters which all citizens face. Topics include budgeting, banking, credit markets, consumer credit, insurance, taxes, home finance and ownership, investments, and retirement planning.


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  • FIN 3400 - Financial Management

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.A.S.)


    This course is a body of knowledge in the study of financial theories, concepts, applications, institutional environments, and quantitative and analytical tools essential for decision making. The study of finance includes financial management and analysis, financial institutions, financial methods, investments, portfolio analysis and management, financial planning and service, financial economics, financial engineering, multinational/ international finance, and quantitative, statistical and computer applications.


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Fire and Emergency Services
  

  • FES 3833 - Emerging Issues in Environmental Disaster Management

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.A.S.)


    This course provides the student with an overview of society’s need for planning for disastrous situations. The lessons discuss the best practice and proper methodologies required when preparing for or preventing disaster in land for farming or construction. The course also focuses on mitigation measures that are required to reduce risk from natural and technological hazards. In addition, the course provides the student with an understanding of interagency cooperation between emergency responders such as fire departments, police departments, and emergency medical personnel and the emergency manager to prevent or reduce injury and damage from a disaster.


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  • FES 4014 - Evolution of Emergency Management

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (B.A.S.)


    This course examines the history and the principles used in establishing emergency management in the United States. It describes the four phases of emergency management, relates processes to codes and laws governing emergency management, and examines emergency management and the terrorist threat.


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Fire Fighting and Protection
  

  • FFP 1000 - Introduction to Fire Science

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course provides an overview of the fire protection field, with emphasis on fire protection agencies, equipment, building design and construction and fire-fighting tactics. Topics include fire suppression and equipment, characteristics and behavior of fire, fire hazard properties of ordinary materials, extinguishing agents and public relations.


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  • FFP 1505 - Principles of Fire Prevention

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course provides a study of the structure and organization of fire-prevention principles, application of codes, laws and ordinances, methods of developing fire-prevention programs, recognition and elimination of fire hazards, problems of public relations, public education, inspection practices and fire “risk” analysis and practices.


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  • FFP 1706 - Public Information Officer

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course provides the information and training necessary for the Public Information Officer position within an emergency services organization. Students will learn to perform as an organizational spokesperson. Emphasis will be placed on emergency communications to elements of the public, as well as the network of television, print and radio news media at the local, regional and national levels.


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  • FFP 1720 - Company Officer

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course explores the broad concepts of supervision and leadership that enable students to analyze the kinds of effective leadership needed in the fire service. It also provides instruction on how these roles and attitudes change in the high-stress conditions to which firefighters are routinely exposed. Use of case studies and individual goal setting are stressed.


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  • FFP 1770 - Ethical and Legal Issues

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course deals with various legal and ethical issues affecting the fire service today. These issues include but are not limited to: human and employee rights, lying, conflict of interest, labor decisions and ethical decisions. The student will participate in class and lectures that will bring about discussion as to how these areas affect and are affected by the fire service today, and how to deal with them. The student will be familiar with simple legal terms as outlined in the reference text and in class.


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  • FFP 1793 - Fire and Life Safety Educator

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course provides the outline and background information necessary for the students to understand the role and responsibilities of a fire and life safety educator. Students will learn how to analyze “at risk” groups within the community, i.e., seniors, children and handicapped, and develop fire and life safety programs specific to those needs. The student will design and deliver both oral and written presentations to members of the public and private sectors of their communities.


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  • FFP 2111 - Fire Chemistry

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course is designed to provide the fire science professional with the basic principles of chemistry as they pertain to the study materials. These are hazardous to the environment because of their flammability, toxicity and reactivity, or pose a threat to living organisms as they are encountered during emergency situations. Emphasis is placed on identification and mitigation procedures.


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  • FFP 2120 - Building Construction for the Fire Service

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course covers construction features of ordinary reinforced concrete and steel buildings, with emphasis placed on the hazards involved under fire conditions. Life safety issues dealing with fire spread, confinement and structural integrity of buildings are related to fire prevention inspection practices.


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  • FFP 2510 - Codes and Standards

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course is designed to prepare the firefighter, fire officer and fire inspector to conduct inspections of private and public occupancies, and understand how to interpret and apply building fire and life safety codes to existing and new construction in accordance with local, state and national fire prevention codes. Use of the Florida Uniform Fire Prevention Codes as adopted by the state Legislature in 2001 and NFPA 1 shall be the foundation of enforcement activities.


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  • FFP 2521 - Construction Documents and Plans Review

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    The course is designed to provide a fire officer, fire inspector or fire marshal with skills related to reading and reviewing plans for commercial and residential buildings within the authority having jurisdiction. Understanding and application of symbols, building codes and standards, and construction techniques and terminology is essential to applying the appropriate fire and life safety codes to new and existing occupancies.


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  • FFP 2540 - Private Fire Protection Systems I

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This is a study of the importance and use of fire protection, detection and suppression systems. An in-depth analysis of a variety of systems and devices including automatic extinguishing systems, functional characteristics of these systems and devices is discussed. Domestic water supply systems also are stressed with relationship to the effectiveness of the systems.


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  • FFP 2541 - Private Fire Protection Systems II

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course is designed as an advanced curriculum for experienced firefighters, fire officers, fire inspectors and fire marshals. The intent is to provide supplemental information in areas of fire systems design and protection, as well as life safety and emergency management issues. Use of the NFPA Fire Protection Handbook, current edition, as the reference text provides in-depth research of all aspects of the senior-level inspector’s areas of responsibility.


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  • FFP 2610 - Fire Investigation: Cause and Origin

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course is a study of the fire department’s purpose and responsibility in fire investigation, including emphasis on proper procedure and practice for arson and other types of fire investigation. Fire causes, inspections, sources of ignition, origin, spread, speed and directions flow are stressed. A study of applicable laws and pertinent evidence as they relate to illegal fires is examined.


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  • FFP 2740 - Fire Service Instructor Training

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This comprehensive and basic course is designed to meet the needs for efficient and effective instruction and training in the fire science industry. The course provides the student with the appropriate resource material and techniques for developing, reviewing, expanding and strengthening fire science instructional skills.


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  • FFP 2741 - Fire Service Course Design

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course provides the fire service instructor with the concepts, knowledge and skills necessary to design, schedule and implement fire service training curriculum. The instructor will develop the skills needed to locate resources, coordinate instructors, schedule classes and facilitate courses for a variety of groups within the private and public sectors in order to accomplish the fire service educational mission.


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  • FFP 2780 - Fire Department Organization and Administration

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course offers a study of managerial and administrative concepts and principles as they pertain to and affect the daily operations of a fire department. Managerial theories and application to planning and organization related to scheduling, budgeting, reporting, personnel, discipline, command leadership, equipment maintenance, training and community relations are stressed.


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  • FFP 2810 - Firefighting Tactics and Strategies I

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This is a basic study of concepts of firefighting strategies and tactics, including the use of firefighting personnel power, placement of apparatus and equipment, prefire planning, fire-ground decisions, firefighting fundamentals and behavior, principles of extinguishing and the proper role for the utilization of various techniques.


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  • FFP 2811 - Firefighting Tactics and Strategies II

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Prerequisites: FFP 2810 .

    This course is designed to acquaint students with the process and procedures necessary for fire departments. The study of fire administration, force organization, training, operations, personnel power distribution and tactical deployment on the fire ground is stressed. Assignments and personnel power grouping in actual field or fire ground simulation are emphasized.


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French Language
  

  • FRE 1120 - Elementary French I

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours per week and a required online laboratory component. Prerequisites: College-level reading and writing skills are required or consent of the department. This course is a prerequisite of FRE 1121  with a “C” or better.

    This course includes fundamentals of grammar with emphasis on reading, speaking and listening.


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  • FRE 1121 - Elementary French II

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours per week and a required online laboratory component. Prerequisites: FRE 1120  with a grade of “C” or better.

    This course includes fundamentals of grammar with emphasis on reading, speaking and listening.


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  • FRE 2200 - Intermediate French I

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours per week and a required online laboratory component. Prerequisites: FRE 1120  and FRE 1121  or equivalent.

    This course meets part of the International/Intercultural requirement. This course includes reading the literature and reading about cultural history of France, with discussions. Grammar is reviewed and oral facility is emphasized.


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  • FRE 2201 - Intermediate French II

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours per week and a required online laboratory component. Prerequisites: FRE 1120 , FRE 1121  and FRE 2200  or equivalent.

    This course meets part of the International/Intercultural requirement. This course includes reading the literature and reading about cultural history of France, with discussions. Grammar is reviewed and oral facility is emphasized.


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General Business
  

  • GEB 1011 - Introduction to Business

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This is an introductory course in general business terminology and in understanding the agencies, methods, functions and practices of modern businesses with their resultant effects on the economic and social life of the nation.


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  • GEB 2210 - Business Presentations and Communications

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course provides a practical working knowledge of current business communications and develops the skills necessary to analyze, evaluate and formulate effective written, oral and multimedia presentations. Course objectives are achieved through study of readings, research and lecture materials and through individual and group projects and writings. Students are required to complete an empirical research project.


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  • GEB 2350 - Introduction to International Business

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Three hours per week.

    This introductory course in international business is designed to provide an overview of international trade as it relates to existing and emerging global markets, foreign investments and their impact on financial markets, international marketing, and the operation of multinational corporations.


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  • GEB 2930 - Special Topics: Business

    (1 to 3 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course is designed to meet the special needs of individuals or groups for which regular described courses in business may not be available.


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  • GEB 2949 - Internship in Business

    (1 to 3 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Four, eight or 12 hours of volunteer or work experience per week are expected depending on the credit hour requirements. Prerequisites: Permission of program manager.

    This work-study course reinforces educational and professional growth in a student’s academic major through coordinated field experiences. The student, instructor and work-site supervisor work together to determine specific learning objectives for each student. The student is then evaluated based on documentation of satisfactory completion of the learning objectives and work assignments. With program manager’s approval and based upon degree requirements, degree-seeking students who are making progress in their degree program may repeat this course for a maximum total of three credits. (Offered only as needed.)


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General Oceanography
  

  • OCE 1001 - Introduction to Oceanography

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours per week, with no laboratory component.

    The course meets Area V of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements. There are no prerequisites but a basic science background is helpful. This course introduces the student to the scientific study of the oceans by exploring basic principles from subdisciplines such as chemical, physical, geological and biological oceanography.


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Geography: Regional Areas
  

  • GEA 2000 - World Regional Geography

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course meets Area III of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements and part of the International/Intercultural requirement. This course focuses on the human relationship to physical, cultural and economic zones of the world. The course may include the interpretation of global patterns through the five themes of geography. Place geography and political map use are emphasized. Field trips may be featured.


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  • GEA 2930 - Special Topics: Geography

    (1-4 Variable Crecit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course is designed to meet the special needs of individuals or groups for whom regular, described courses may not be available.


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Geography: Systematic
  

  • GEO 1200 - Introduction to Physical Geography

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours of lecture per week.

    This course may meet part of the recertification requirement for teachers. This course is an introduction to the study of earth-surface phenomena, earth-sun relationships, land forms, climates, soils, vegetation and conservation of natural resources. Topographic and special purpose map use is emphasized.


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  • GEO 2420 - Environment and Culture

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course meets part of the International/Intercultural requirement. An introduction to cultural geography with an emphasis upon the development and spatial arrangement of the major societies of the world. Some of the patterns studied include language, religion, economics and politics. This course is required of geography majors and highly recommended for education and other social science majors.


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Geology
  

  • GLY 2010 - Introduction to Physical Geology

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours lecture per week.

    This course meets Area V of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements. The course is designed to give the student an understanding of the Earth. The course is appropriate for non-science majors as well as those who will be majoring in geology, civil engineering, landscaping architecture or other disciplines requiring knowledge of the Earth and Earth materials. Course topics will include plate tectonics, history of the Earth, Earth materials, structures and, surface features of the Earth. Topics also will include Earth processes including sinkholes, glaciers, volcanoes and earthquakes. Natural resources from the Earth such as energy and ores will be covered. Specific geology of Florida will be covered.


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  • GLY 2100 - Introduction to Historical Geology

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours lecture per week. Prerequisites: none, however previous science courses are helpful.

    This course meets Area V for the A.A./A.S. general education requirements. The course is designed to give the student an understanding of the geological history of Earth. The course is appropriate for non-science majors as well as those who will be majoring in environmental science, marine science geology, hydrology or other disciplines requiring knowledge of the history of Earth, paleontology and earth materials. Course topics include: the development of geology as a science, the scientific methodology of geology, uniformitarianism, history of Earth, geological time, relative and numerical dating of Earth, fossils and their meaning, life through geological time, evolution of life, orogeny and the evolution of mountains, and Pleistocene glaciations and global climate changes. Climate changes effecting Florida also are covered.


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German
  

  • GER 1120 - Elementary German I

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours per week and a required online laboratory component. Prerequisites: College-level reading and writing skills are required or consent of the department.

    This course includes fundamentals of grammar with emphasis upon reading, speaking and listening.


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