CFCC 2018-2019 Catalog & Student Handbook 
    
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CFCC 2018-2019 Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

Please Note:
Prerequisites: A course taken prior to another course.

  1. CFCC administers one placement test: NCDAP. Satisfactory scores on placement tests taken at other colleges (SAT, ACT, COMPASS) may be used to waive Reading, Writing and Mathematical prerequisites. See the Placement Test Advising Guide, for additional information or talk with a counselor.
  2. Receipt of transfer credit for ENG 111  or above will waive the Reading and/or Writing prerequisites for certain courses.
  3. Receipt of a curriculum math credit will waive the prerequisites for certain courses.

Corequisites: A course taken at the same time as another course or prior to the course to be taken.

Some courses in communications, humanities/fine arts, mathematics, natural science, or social/behavioral science may fulfill a general education requirement in one of the following programs: AA (Associate in Arts), AS (Associate in Science), AFA (Associate in Fine Arts), AGE (Associate in General Education), AAS (Associate in Applied Science), DIP (Diploma), or CER (Certificate). Please refer to the programs of study section of this catalog for courses that satisfy each program’s general education requirements.

Developmental Math: Effective 2014 Fall, as mandated by the System Office, developmental math has been broken up into eight modules agreed upon and approved by the state. Students who have taken previous developmental math courses should refer to this table to equate current developmental math courses.

MAT 060 = DMA 10 , DMA 20 , DMA 30 
MAT 070 = MSC 210 , DMA 50 
MAT 080 = DMA 60 , DMA 70 , DMA 80  

Developmental English and Reading: Students who have taken previous developmental English and Reading courses should refer to this table to equate current developmental English and Reading courses.

ENG 075 = DRE 96 
ENG 085 = DRE 97 
ENG 095 = DRE 98  
 

Other Courses
  

  • FVP 114 - Camera & Lighting I

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course covers the basic principles of video camera and recorder operations in professional formats, crew protocol and safety, and basic lighting theory and application. Emphasis is placed on terminology, the characteristics of light, basic lighting procedures, and proper procedures of field recording with video equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic technical terms of camera operation, video recording and lighting equipment.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S13243)
  

  • FVP 115 - Camera & Lighting II

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take FVP-114
    This course offers advanced principles of video camera and recorder operations and introduces students to film formats and equipment as well as advanced lighting theory applications. Emphasis is placed on terminology, lighting for effect, and color correction. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of camera terms and equipment, lighting theory and applications, and assist on studio and location shoots.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S13336)
  

  • FVP 116 - Sound Operations

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course provides an overview of sound theory, methods, and technologies for location and studio recording, and hands-on work in location sound gathering. Emphasis is placed on terminology, protocol, cabling, trouble-shooting, mixing skills and safety aspects associated with hands-on work in sound gathering. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of sound theory and terminology and assist professionals in sound gathering in both film and audio production.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.** (S16377)
  

  • FVP 117 - Make-Up & Wardrobe

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course covers talent presentation for camera including period and genre make-up styles, materials and methods of fabrication. Emphasis is placed on understanding the wardrobe department, make-up application, prosthetics and special effects make-up with emphasis on safety, hygiene, durability and continuity. Upon completion, students should understand the functions of the wardrobe department and demonstrate competence in the use of various make-up applications. (S16378)
  

  • FVP 120 - Art Dept. Operations II

    Class: 1 Lab: 4 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take FVP-112
    This course provides a more in depth coverage of the skills necessary to assist in the set construction, paint, set dressing, props and greens departments. Emphasis is placed on the skill range required for each craft including, but not limited to, plumbing, casting, wallpapering, furniture construction, upholstery, wiring and drapery. Upon completion students should be competent to assist in all fields related to the fabrication and decoration of sets and props.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S10528)
  

  • FVP 130 - Grip and Electrical II

    Class: 1 Lab: 4 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take FVP-113
    This course provides a more in depth coverage of grip/support packages used in studio work and on location. Topics include advanced coverage of lighting, color media, and camera dollies, rigging, and electrical distribution with emphasis on safety issues. Upon completion students should be able to execute grip and electrical directions given by the key grip, gaffer, cinematographer and/or director of photography.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S11543)
  

  • FVP 212 - Production Techniques I

    Class: 1 Lab: 12 Clinical: 0 Credits: 5

    This course provides experience working in a variety of crew positions with both student and professional productions and covers advanced film production concepts. Emphasis is placed on successful interaction with other advanced students and/or professionals as well as competency in advanced film production concepts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate professional skills needed to pursue careers in the film and video industry.

    **This is a Summer Only Class.**

    (S20850)
  

  • FVP 213 - Production Techniques II

    Class: 1 Lab: 12 Clinical: 0 Credits: 5

    Prerequisites: Take FVP-212
    This course provides experience working in a variety of crew positions with both student and professional productions and covers advanced film production concepts. Emphasis is placed on successful interaction with other advanced students and/or professionals as well as competency in advanced film production concepts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate professional skills needed to pursue careers in key positions in the film and video industry.

    **This is a Summer Only Class.**

    (S16382)
  

  • FVP 215 - Production Management

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take FVP-111
    Corequisites: Take One: FVP-238 or FVP-240

     

    This course emphasizes the activity of script breakdown in pre-production as well as the activities of the production office in both the production and post-production stages. Emphasis is placed on procedures, use of industry standard forms and software, as well as the functions and practices of the production office. Upon completion students should be able to demonstrate the people and technical skills necessary to assist above-the-line professionals in all types of film and video production. (S24281)
  

  • FVP 220 - Editing I

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course covers film and video editing from traditional methods to digital non-linear systems and basic film lab and transfer facility procedures. Topics include terminology, technologies, aesthetics, basic picture-only editing skills; and the editor’s role augmented by hands-on experience. Upon completion, students should be able to use editing equipment and basic digitizing, logging, and picture only editing skills.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S20851)
  

  • FVP 223 - Postproduct. Sound Design

    Class: 1 Lab: 4 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take One: FVP-116 or FVP-220
    This course covers audio postproduction recording, mixing, and editing techniques, technologies, and aesthetics for the development of a compelling soundtrack for film and video media. Topics include using library effects, recording sound, effects and Foley to reinforce images and the story, preparing and mixing sound tracks for media productions. Upon completion students should be able to record, edit and mix sound design projects that strengthen narrative elements and perform critique of media sound design. (S22164)
  

  • FVP 227 - Multimedia Production

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take FVP-212
    This course covers technical terms used in the multimedia industry and introduces skills related to digital manipulation of audio and video materials. Emphasis is placed on technical terms used in multimedia work and integration of sound, video, graphics, and text into a single production. Upon completion, students should be able to define technical terms in multimedia work and work with a variety of computer hardware and software. (S11272)
  

  • FVP 238 - Software Apps for FVP

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course introduces the use of industry standard computer software unique to the motion picture industry using personal computers. Emphasis is placed on hands-on work with budgeting and scheduling software and in facilitating the relationship between the technical crew and the script. Upon completion, students should be able to assist with script breakdown for budgeting and scheduling and work with that information in computer-based formats. (S12706)
  

  • FVP 240 - Introduction to Screenwriting

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take ENG-111
    This course introduces the principles and practices of the screenwriting craft. Emphasis is placed on analysis of screenwriting and script components and the preparation and development of motion picture and television treatments and scripts. Upon completion, students should be able to critically analyze the components of both motion picture and television treatments and scripts, and prepare effective, camera-ready motion picture and television scripts.

    **This is a Fall Only Class.**

    (S23626)
  

  • FVP 250 - Production Specialties I

    Class: 1 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take FVP-111 FVP-114
    This course provides education and training through contextual learning in the film production areas of art department, camera, sound, grip, electric, locations, script, and continuity. Emphasis is placed on successful professional level interaction with other students and industry and professionals through pre-production and initial production of an actual film/video project. Upon completion, students should demonstrate an understanding of the film/video pre-production and initial production process, and the relationship among the departments in these areas.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S11311)
  

  • FVP 251 - Product. Specialties II

    Class: 1 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course provides education and training through contextual learning in the film production area of concluding photography and post-production areas of sound and picture editing. Emphasis is placed on successful professional level interaction with other students and industry professionals through concluding production and post-production of an actual film/video project. Upon completion, student should demonstrate an understanding of film/video production from concluding photography to the post-production areas of sound and picture editing. (S11406)
  

  • HBI 110 - Issues and Trends in HBI

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course is a survey of current and emerging technology applications and data standards in the healthcare industry. Topics include the history, implementation, use, management, and impact of information technology in healthcare settings. Upon completion, students should have an understanding of the current trends and issues in healthcare informatics.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S22762)
  

  • HBI 113 - Survey of Med Insurance

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course is a survey of the healthcare insurance system. Emphasis is placed on the foundation necessary for understanding the healthcare delivery system, terminology and practices of healthcare insurance, and provider reimbursement. Upon completion, students should have an understanding of healthcare insurance and how outcomes are addressed through healthcare informatics.

    **This is a Spring Only Class**.

    (S22763)
  

  • HBI 250 - Data Mgmt and Utilization

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take One: DBA-110, DBA-120, or DBA-210
    This course covers the management and usage of data in healthcare settings according to current practices in healthcare informatics. Topics include data warehousing, data integrity, data security, data mining, and report generating in healthcare settings. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of using healthcare data to support reporting and decision making in healthcare settings.

    **This is a Fall Only Class.**

    (S22764)
  

  • HBI 289 - HBI Project

    Class: 1 Lab: 4 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take HBI-250
    This course provides an opportunity to complete a significant healthcare business informatics project with minimal instructor assistance. Emphasis is placed on written and oral communication skills, project definition, documentation, installation, testing, presentation, and user training. Upon completion, students should be able to complete a healthcare informatics project from the definition phase through implementation.

    **This is a Spring Only Class**.

    (S22765)
  

  • HEA 110 - Personal Health/Wellness

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course provides an introduction to basic personal health and wellness. Emphasis is placed on current health issues such as nutrition, mental health, and fitness. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the factors necessary to the maintenance of health and wellness. (S10185)

    This is a college transfer course. Check with your senior institution to ensure the course will be appropriate for your program at that institution.
  

  • HET 110 - Diesel Engines

    Class: 3 Lab: 9 Clinical: 0 Credits: 6

    Prerequisites: Take TRN-110
    Corequisites: Take MRN-121

    This course introduces theory, design, terminology, and operating adjustments for diesel engines. Emphasis is laced on safety, theory of operation, inspection, measuring, and rebuilding diesel engines according to factory specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to measure, diagnose problems, and repair diesel engines.

     

      (S12126)
  

  • HET 114 - Power Trains

    Class: 3 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credits: 5

    This course introduces power transmission devices. Topics include function and operation of gears, chains, clutches, planetary gears, drive lines, differentials, and transmissions. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, research specifications, repair, and adjust power train components.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S12114)
  

  • HET 115 - Electronic Engines

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take TRN-120
    This course introduces the principles of electronically controlled diesel engines. Emphasis is placed on testing and adjusting diesel engines in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose, test, and calibrate electronically controlled diesel engines.

    **This is a Summer Only Class.**

    (S12235)
  

  • HET 125 - Preventive Maintenance

    Class: 1 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    This course introduces preventive maintenance practices used on medium and heavy duty vehicles and rolling assemblies. Topics include preventive maintenance schedules, services, DOT rules and regulations, and road ability. Upon completion, students should be able to set up and follow a preventive maintenance schedule as directed by manufacturers. (S10840)
  

  • HET 128 - Medium/Heavy Duty Tune Up

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    This course introduces tune-up and troubleshooting according to manufacturers’ specifications. Topics include troubleshooting engine systems, tune-up procedures, and use and care of special test tools and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair engines and components using appropriate diagnostic equipment.

     

      (S10823)
  

  • HET 134 - Diesel Fuel & Power Sys

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course introduces the principles of fuel injection and other power systems used in the heavy equipment industry including newer and cleaner technology. Emphasis is placed on test equipment, component functions, safety, and theories of older conventional and newer and cleaner Tier III and Tier IV fuel systems. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose and service fuel systems and explain proper safety procedures on alternative fuel systems used in heavy equipment industry. (S23319)
  

  • HET 229 - Brakes and Steering

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    This course introduces the theory and principles of braking and steering in medium and heavy duty vehicles. Topics include wheel and tire problems, frame members, bearings, fifth wheel, coupling systems, and braking systems. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose, adjust, and repair steering and braking problems on medium and heavy duty vehicles. (S10429)
  

  • HET 230 - Air Brakes

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    This course introduces the operation and design of air braking systems used on trucks. Topics include safety, governors, compressors, and supporting systems. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose, disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble air brake systems.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S11522)
  

  • HMT 110 - Intro to Healthcare Mgt

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course introduces the functions, practices, organizational structures, and professional issues in healthcare management. Emphasis is placed on planning, controlling, directing, and communicating within health and human services organizations. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the concepts of management within a healthcare service environment.

    **This is a Fall Only Class.**

    (S20232)
  

  • HRM 115 - Housekeeping

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Corequisites: Take HRM-115A

    This course covers the scope, responsibilities, communications, terminology, materials, and concerns specific to hotel housekeeping. Topics include management and supervision of housekeeping staff , proper cleaning and sanitation of rooms and public areas, budgeting, purchasing, security, and inventory control. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and apply the principles of organization and management of a housekeeping department. (S22899)
  

  • HRM 115A - Housekeeping Lab

    Class: 0 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 1

    Corequisites: Take HRM-115

    This course provides a laboratory experience for enhancing student skills in the responsibilities, communications, terminology, materials, and concerns specific to hotel housekeeping. Emphasis is placed on practical experiences of management/supervision of housekeeping staff in the proper cleaning/sanitation of rooms/public areas, budgeting, purchasing, security, and inventory control. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate mastery of housekeeping skills. This course is a laboratory to accompany HRM 115. Emphasis is placed on the development of skills for the performance of housekeeping tasks. (S22900)
  

  • HSC 110 - Orientation to Health Careers

    Class: 1 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 1

    This course is a survey of health care professions. Topics include professional duties and responsibilities, working environments, and career choices. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the health care professions and be prepared to make informed career choices. (S12920)
  

  • HSE 110 - Intro to Human Services

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in Human Services Technology Substance Abuse (A4538E) program.

    This course introduces the human services field, including the history, agencies, roles, and careers. Topics include personal/professional characteristics, diverse populations, community resources, disciplines in the field, systems, ethical standards, and major theoretical and treatment approaches. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the knowledge, skills, and roles of the human services worker. (S12827)
  

  • HSE 112 - Group Process I

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in Human Services Technology Substance Abuse (A4538E) program.

    This course introduces interpersonal concepts and group dynamics. Emphasis is placed on self-awareness facilitated by experiential learning in small groups with analysis of personal experiences and the behavior of others. Upon completion, students should be able to show competence in identifying and explaining how people are influenced by their interactions in group settings. (S12789)
  

  • HSE 123 - Interviewing Techniques

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in Human Services Technology Substance Abuse (A4538E) program.

    This course covers the purpose, structure, focus, and techniques employed in effective interviewing. Emphasis is placed on observing, attending, listening, responding, recording, and summarizing of personal histories with instructor supervision. Upon completion, students should be able to perform the basic interviewing skills needed to function in the helping relationship. (S13613)
  

  • HSE 125 - Counseling

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in Human Services Technology Substance Abuse (A4538E) program.

    This course covers the major approaches to psychotherapy and counseling, including theory, characteristics, and techniques. Emphasis is placed on facilitation of self-exploration, problem solving, decision making, and personal growth. Upon completion, students should be able to understand various theories of counseling and demonstrate counseling techniques. (S21902)
  

  • HSE 210 - Human Services Issues

    Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in Human Services Technology Substance Abuse (A4538E) program.

    This course covers current issues and trends in the field of human services. Emphasis is placed on contemporary topics with relevance to special issues in a multi-faceted field. Upon completion, students should be able to integrate the knowledge, skills, and experiences gained in classroom and clinical experiences with emerging trends in the field. (S11975)
  

  • HSE 225 - Crisis Intervention

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in Human Services Technology Substance Abuse (A4538E) program.

    This course introduces the basic theories and principles of crisis intervention. Emphasis is placed on identifying and demonstrating appropriate and differential techniques for intervening in various crisis situations. Upon completion, students should be able to assess crisis situations and respond appropriately. (S14034)
  

  • HYD 110 - Hydraulics/Pneumatics I

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course introduces the basic components and functions of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Topics include standard symbols, pumps, control valves, control assemblies, actuators, FRL, maintenance procedures, and switching and control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the operation of a fluid power system, including design, application, and troubleshooting.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S23526)
  

  • HYD 110EE - Hydraulics/Pneumatics I - Elec

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course introduces the basic components and functions of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Topics include standard symbols, pumps, control valves, control assemblies, actuators, FRL, maintenance procedures, and switching and control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the operation of a fluid power system, including design, application, and troubleshooting. (L23366)
  

  • HYD 110IS - Hydraulics/Pneumatics I - Ind

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course introduces the basic components and functions of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Topics include standard symbols, pumps, control valves, control assemblies, actuators, FRL, maintenance procedures, and switching and control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the operation of a fluid power system, including design, application, and troubleshooting. (L23364)
  

  • HYD 110ME - Hydraulics/Pneumatics I - Mech

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course introduces the basic components and functions of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Topics include standard symbols, pumps, control valves, control assemblies, actuators, FRL, maintenance procedures, and switching and control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the operation of a fluid power system, including design, application, and troubleshooting. (L23370)
  

  • HYD 112 - Hydraulics-Med/Heavy Duty

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    This course introduces hydraulic theory and applications as applied to mobile equipment. Topics include component studies such as pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, filters, reservoirs, lines, and fittings. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, diagnose, test, and repair hydraulic systems using schematics and technical manuals. (S10750)
  

  • INS 121 - Life Insurance

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course is designed to follow the guidelines set forth by the North Carolina Department of Insurance to prepare an individual for the life agent state licensing exam. Topics include basic principles of life insurance, life insurance policies, provisions, options, riders, premiums, proceeds, beneficiaries, insurance underwriting, policy issues, and North Carolina Statues and Regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a thorough knowledge of North Carolina Department of Insurance requirements for life insurance and be prepared to sit for the state life agent licensing exam. (S24966)
  

  • INT 110 - International Business

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course provides an overview of the environment, concepts, and basic differences involved in international business. Topics include forms of foreign involvement, international trade theory, governmental influences on trade and strategies, international organizations, multinational corporations, personnel management, and international marketing. Upon completion, students should be able to describe the foundation of international business.

    This is not a College Transferable Class.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S24145)
  

  • INT 210 - International Trade

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in 25120 Business Administration AAS or Diploma or Certificate

    This course covers international business trade practices and foreign market research. Emphasis is placed on current trends of US trade practices in foreign countries and how to engage in international trade and acquire foreign marketing information. Upon completion, students should be able to formulate an overall product policy for the international marketplace. (S24146)
  

  • IPP 111 - Intro to Interpretation

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in Interpreter Education (A55300) program

    This course provides an orientation to the field of interpreting, interpretation models, cognitive processes associated with interpretation, professional ethical standards, employment opportunities, and working conditions. Topics include specialized jargon, code of ethics, theories, interpreter assessments/qualifications, and protocol associated with various settings. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the rationale for placement of interpreters and apply ethical standards to a variety of working situations.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S22719)
  

  • IPP 112 - Comparative Cultures

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in Interpreter Education (A55300) program

    This course introduces various cultural attributes and how they impact the consumers and the interpreting process. Topics include value systems of deaf and non-deaf individuals, enculturation stages, sociolinguistic continuum of language use within the deaf community, and cross-cultural management. Upon completion, students should be able to compare deaf and non-deaf cultures and discuss how attitudes impact communication interactions and interpreting.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S22720)
  

  • IPP 130 - Analytical Skills for Int

    Class: 1 Lab: 4 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in Interpreter Education (A55300) program

    This course is designed to improve cognitive processes associated with interpreting, listening, short-term memory, semantic equivalence, visual/auditory processing, thought organization, and logic. Emphasis is placed on developing skills necessary to generate equivalent messages between ASL and English. Upon completion, students should be able to consecutively interpret non-technical, interactive messages between ASL and English.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S12361)
  

  • IPP 152 - ASL/English Translation

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take ASL-112
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in Interpreter Education (A55300) program

    This course provides a study of the component parts of a cultural scheme and the manner in which ASL and English differ. Emphasis is placed on analyzing, discussing, and translating basic ASL and English texts. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss and apply techniques of cross-cultural communication and translation between deaf and non-deaf communities.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S13199)
  

  • IPP 161 - Consecutive Interpreting

    Class: 2 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credits: 5

    Prerequisites: Take IPP-152
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in Interpreter Education (A55300) program

    This course introduces the process of ASL/English consecutive interpreting in a variety of interview, meeting, and small conference settings. Emphasis is placed on generating equivalent messages between ASL and English. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss and apply the principles of the protocol of consecutive interpreting.

    **This is a Summer Only Class.**

    (S13756)
  

  • IPP 221 - Simultaneous Interpret I

    Class: 2 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credits: 5

    Prerequisites: Take IPP-161
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in Interpreter Education (A55300) program

    This course introduces simultaneous ASL/English interpreting through a variety of expository texts originating in group, meeting, and conference settings. Emphasis is placed on analyzing expository texts, identifying registers, and applying principles of the protocol of interpreting. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the appropriate linguistic and/or cultural adjustments required to generate equivalent messages.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S14047)
  

  • IPP 224 - ASL to English Interpret

    Class: 1 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    Prerequisites: Take IPP-152
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in Interpreter Education (A55300) program

    This course is designed to improve skills in ASL to English interpretation. Emphasis is placed on receptive skills, equivalent messages, grammatically correct English, and appropriate content, mood, and register. Upon completion, students should be able to generate appropriate English equivalents and apply appropriate linguistic and/or cultural adjustments.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S14062)
  

  • IPP 240 - Ethical Stnds & Practices

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take IPP-221
    Restrictions: Must be enrolled in Interpreter Education (A55300) program

    This course develops intellectual and ethical decision-making abilities and considers common ethical dilemmas that arise within the interpreting process. Topics include a model of ethical/intellectual development and the application of the model to interpreting practices. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss ethical resolution to various case studies and apply recognized principles of professional behavior to the interpreting process.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S13736)
  

  • ISC 112 - Industrial Safety

    Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    This course introduces the principles of industrial safety. Emphasis is placed on industrial safety and OSHA regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of a safe working environment and OSHA compliance. (S23527)
  

  • ISC 112EE - Industrial Safety - Elec

    Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    This course introduces the principles of industrial safety. Emphasis is placed on industrial safety and OSHA and environmental regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of a safe working environment. (L23461)
  

  • ISC 121 - Envir Health & Safety

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course covers workplace environmental, health, and safety concepts. Emphasis is placed on managing the implementation and enforcement of environmental health and safety regulations and on preventing accidents, injuries, and illnesses. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic concepts of environmental health and safety.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S20650)
  

  • ISC 130 - Intro to Quality Control

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take MAT-121 or MAT-171
    This course introduces the philosophies, principles, and techniques of managing quality. Topics include the functions, responsibilities, structures, costs, reports, personnel, and vendor-customer relationships associated with quality control and management. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of quality control and management. (S12046)
  

  • ISC 278 - cGMP Quality Systems

    Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    This course focuses on the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of a quality system in a cGMP environment. Topics include the cGMP standard, components of cGMP quality systems, quality function roles and training, development of documentation such as SOPs, and system review procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the components of a quality system and develop a quality system manual utilizing the cGMP standard. (S20897)
  

  • JOU 110 - Intro to Journalism

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take one: ENG-085 ENG-095 RED-080 RED-090 DRE-097 DRE-098 or ENG-111
    This course presents a study of journalistic news, feature, and sports writing. Emphasis is placed on basic news writing techniques and on related legal and ethical issues. Upon completion, students should be able to gather, write, and edit news, feature, and sports articles. (S12092)

    This is a college transfer course. Check with your senior institution to ensure the course will be appropriate for your program at that institution.
  

  • JOU 217 - Feature/Editorial Writing

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take ENG-111 Take JOU-110
    This course covers the basics of persuasive writing for community newspapers and other print media. Emphasis is placed on writing features, reviews, and editorials including audience analysis, appropriate language, effective supporting details, completeness, and accuracy. Upon completion, students should be able to write effective feature stories, reviews, and editorials. (S20976)

    This is a college transfer course. Check with your senior institution to ensure the course will be appropriate for your program at that institution.
  

  • LEX 110 - Intro to Paralegal Study

    Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    This course introduces the paralegal profession and the legal system, and an emphasis is placed on the role of professional and legal ethics. Topics include regulations, ethics, case analysis, legal reasoning, career opportunities, professional organizations, terminology and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the role of a paralegal and identify the skills, knowledge, and ethics required of paralegals.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S21169)
  

  • LEX 120 - Legal Research/Writing I

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course introduces the techniques of legal research and writing. Emphasis is placed on locating, analyzing, applying, and updating sources of law; effective legal writing, including proper citation; and the use of electronic research methods. Upon completion, students should be able to perform legal research and writing assignments using techniques covered in the course.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S10824)
  

  • LEX 121 - Legal Research/Writing II

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take LEX-120
    This course covers advanced topics in legal research and writing. Topics include more complex legal issues and assignments involving preparation of legal memos, briefs, and other documents and the advanced use of electronic research methods. Upon completion, students should be able to perform legal research and writing assignments using techniques covered in the course.

    **This is a Summer Only Class.**

    (S10825)
  

  • LEX 130 - Civil Injuries

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course covers traditional tort concepts and the evolving body of individual rights created by statute. Topics include intentional and non-intentional torts with emphasis on negligence, strict liability, civil rights, workplace and environmental liability, remedies, and damages. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize, explain, and evaluate elements of civil injuries and related defenses.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S16405)
  

  • LEX 140 - Civil Litigation I

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course introduces the structure of the legal system and the rules governing civil litigation. Topics include jurisdiction state and federal rules of civil procedure and evidence. Upon completion, students should be able to assist an attorney in pre-litigation matters and preparation of pleadings and motions.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S16406)
  

  • LEX 141 - Civil Litigation II

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take LEX-140
    This course covers advanced topics in the civil litigation process. Topics include motions, discovery, and trial and appellate procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to assist an attorney in preparing and organizing documents for trial, settlement and post-trial practice. (S16407)
  

  • LEX 150 - Commercial Law I

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course covers legally enforceable agreements, forms of organization, and selected portions of the Uniform Commercial Code. Topics include drafting and enforcement of contracts, leases, and related documents and selection and implementation of business organization forms, sales, and commercial papers. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the elements of a contract, prepare various business documents, and understand the role of commercial paper.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S10945)
  

  • LEX 151 - Commercial Law II

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take LEX-150
    This course is a continuation of LEX 150 and covers advanced topics in Business and Commercial Law. Topics include agency and employment, insurance, computer law, intellectual property, personal property and bailment, corporate organizations and bankruptcy. Upon completion, students will understand and be able to apply legal principles governing these topics and be able to draft a variety of financial instruments.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.** (S11001)
  

  • LEX 160 - Criminal Law & Procedure

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course introduces substantive criminal law and procedural rights of the accused. Topics include elements of state/federal crimes, defenses, constitutional issues, pre-trial and trial process, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain elements of specific crimes and assist an attorney in preparing a criminal case.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S11247)
  

  • LEX 170 - Administrative Law

    Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    This course covers the scope, authority, and regulatory operations of various federal, state, and local administrative agencies. Topics include social security, worker’s compensation, unemployment, zoning, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to research sources of administrative law, investigate, and assist in representation of clients before administrative agencies.

    **This is a Summer Only Class.**

    (S12960)
  

  • LEX 210 - Real Property I

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course introduces the study of real property law. Topics include the distinction between real and personal property, various estates, mechanics of conveyance and encumbrance, recordation, special proceedings, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify estates, forms of deeds, requirements for recording, and procedures to enforce rights to real property.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S16409)
  

  • LEX 211 - Real Property II

    Class: 1 Lab: 4 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take LEX-210
    This course continues the study of real property law relating to title examination and preparation of closing documents. Topics include use of courthouse and other public records in title examination and preparation of documents required in real estate transactions and closings. Upon completion, students should be able to plot/draft a description, perform complete title examination, draft closing documents including title insurance forms, and prepare disbursement reconciliation.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S13155)
  

  • LEX 214 - Investigat & Trial Prep

    Class: 1 Lab: 4 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course introduces the fundamentals of investigation. Topics include compiling/assembling data for cases; investigative planning/information gathering techniques; locating/interviewing witnesses; collection/preserving/evaluating sufficiency/admissibility of evidence; preparation of reports; and evidence presentation at depositions/court proceeding. Upon completion, students should be able to plan/use investigative checklists, understand/demonstrate investigative techniques, prepare reports, and enhance verbal and interpersonal communications skills and interviewing techniques.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S10630)
  

  • LEX 240 - Family Law

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course covers laws governing domestic relations. Topics include marriage, separation, divorce, child custody, support, property division, adoption, domestic violence, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interview clients, gather information, and draft documents related to family law.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S16411)
  

  • LEX 250 - Wills, Estates, & Trusts

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course covers various types of wills, trusts, probate, estate administration, and intestacy. Topics include types of wills and execution requirements, caveats and dissents, intestate succession, inventories and accountings, distribution and settlement, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to draft simple wills, prepare estate forms, understand administration of estates including taxation, and explain terms regarding trusts.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S12819)
  

  • LEX 260 - Bankruptcy and Collections

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course provides an overview of the laws of bankruptcy and the rights of creditors and debtors. Topics include bankruptcy procedures and estate management, attachment, claim and delivery, repossession, foreclosure, collection, garnishment, and post-judgment collection procedure. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and file bankruptcy forms, collection letters, statutory liens, and collection of judgments.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S20834)
  

  • LEX 270 - Law Office Mgt/Technology

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    This course provides an overview of law office management and organization. Topics include office forms, filing systems, billing/time keeping, computer systems, calendar systems, library administration, case management, office/personnel procedures, ethics, and technology. Upon completion, students should be able to establish and maintain various law office systems, monitor case progress, and supervise non-lawyer personnel.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S10858)
  

  • LEX 271 - Law Office Writing

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    This course covers the basics of writing for the law office including the drafting of general correspondence, the briefing of cases, and the preparation of settlement brochures. Emphasis is placed on legal vocabulary in the context of letter writing, briefing judicial opinions, and the preparation of the settlement brochure. Upon completion, students should be able to draft letters to clients, opposing counsel, government entities, and insurance companies and prepare the settlement brochure.

    **This is a Summer Only Class.**

    (S11838)
  

  • LEX 273 - NCCP Review Course

    Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    Prerequisites: Take All: LEX-121 and LEX-141
    This course provides an overview of the topics assessed on the North Carolina Certified Paralegal (NCCP) Exam. Topics include Wills, Trusts, and Estates; Family Law; Civil Litigation; Real Property; Commercial Law; Ethics; legal research, grammar and writing. Upon completion, students should be prepared to sit for the NCCP exam. (S24475)
  

  • LEX 280 - Ethics & Professionalism

    Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    This course reinforces legal ethics and the role of the paralegal in a professional work environment. Topics include a review of ethics, employment opportunities, and search techniques; paralegal certification and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the paralegal’s role in the ethical practice of law.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S16413)
  

  • LEX 287 - CLA Review Seminar

    Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    Prerequisites: Take LEX-210
    This course is designed to prepare students for voluntary certification sponsored by the National Association of Legal Assistants to demonstrate significant competence in paralegalism. Topics include communications, ethics, human relations, interviewing techniques, judgment and analytical analysis, legal research, legal terminology, general law and nine tested specialty areas of law. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate that they are prepared to take the NALA’s Certified Legal Assistant Exam.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S20835)
  

  • LEX 288 - Elder Law

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    This course provides an overview of laws especially relevant to older persons. Topics include health care decision-making, living wills, powers of attorney, financial and estate planning, government benefits, housing issues, elder abuse, and ethical considerations. Upon completion, students should be able to assist an attorney in addressing legal issues pertinent to the elderly. (S22707)
  

  • LEX 290 - Seminar/Selected Topic

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    (L12101)
  

  • MAC 111 - Machining Technology I

    Class: 2 Lab: 12 Clinical: 0 Credits: 6

    Prerequisites: Take one: ENG-085 RED-080 ENG-095 RED-090 DRE-097 or ENG-111
    This course introduces machining operations as they relate to the metalworking industry. Topics include machine shop safety, measuring tools, lathes, drilling machines, saws, milling machines, bench grinders, and layout instruments. Upon completion, students should be able to safely perform the basic operations of measuring, layout, drilling, sawing, turning, and milling.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S11631)
  

  • MAC 112 - Machining Technology II

    Class: 2 Lab: 12 Clinical: 0 Credits: 6

    Prerequisites: Take MAC-111;
    This course provides additional instruction and practice in the use of precision measuring tools, lathes, milling machines, and grinders. Emphasis is placed on setup and operation of machine tools including the selection and use of work holding devices, speeds, feeds, cutting tools, and coolants. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic procedures on precision grinders and advanced operations of measuring, layout, drilling, sawing, turning, and milling.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S22988)
  

  • MAC 112A - Machining Technology II - A

    Class: 1 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take MAC-111
    This course provides additional instruction and practice in the use of precision measuring tools, lathes, milling machines, and grinders. Emphasis is placed on setup and operation of machine tools including the selection and use of work holding devices, speeds, feeds, cutting tools, and coolants. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic procedures on precision grinders and advanced operations of measuring, layout, drilling, sawing, turning, and milling. (L23552)
  

  • MAC 112B - Machining Technology II - B

    Class: 1 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take MAC-111
    This course provides additional instruction and practice in the use of precision measuring tools, lathes, milling machines, and grinders. Emphasis is placed on setup and operation of machine tools including the selection and use of work holding devices, speeds, feeds, cutting tools, and coolants. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic procedures on precision grinders and advanced operations of measuring, layout, drilling, sawing, turning, and milling. (L23553)
  

  • MAC 113 - Machining Technology III

    Class: 2 Lab: 12 Clinical: 0 Credits: 6

    Prerequisites: Take MAC-112(S22988) MEC-231(S20658);
    This course provides an introduction to advanced and special machining operations. Emphasis is placed on working to specified tolerances with special and advanced setups. Upon completion, students should be able to produce a part to specifications.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S22989)
  

  • MAC 121 - Intro to CNC

    Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    Prerequisites: Take one: ENG-085 RED-080 ENG-095 RED-090 DRE-097 or ENG-111
    This course introduces the concepts and capabilities of computer numerical control machine tools. Topics include setup, operation, and basic applications. Upon completion, students should be able to explain operator safety, machine protection, data input, program preparation, and program storage.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S11049)
  

  • MAC 122 - CNC Turning

    Class: 1 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    Prerequisites: Take MAC-124
    This course introduces the programming, setup, and operation of CNC turning centers. Topics include programming formats, control functions, program editing, part production, and inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to manufacture simple parts using CNC turning centers. (S11081)
  

  • MAC 124 - CNC Milling

    Class: 1 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set: MAC-121 MAC-111 Set: MAC-121 MEC-111
    This course introduces the manual programming, setup, and operation of CNC machining centers. Topics include programming formats, control functions, program editing, part production, and inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to manufacture simple parts using CNC machining centers.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S11096)
  

  • MAC 131 - Blueprint Reading/Mach I

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    Prerequisites: Take one: ENG-085 RED-080 ENG-095 RED-090 DRE-097 or ENG-111
    This course covers the basic principles of blueprint reading and sketching. Topics include multi-view drawings; interpretation of conventional lines; and dimensions, notes, and thread notations. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret basic drawings, visualize parts, and make pictorial sketches.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S12563)
  

  • MAC 132 - Blueprint Reading/Mach II

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    Prerequisites: Take MAC-131
    This course introduces more complex industrial blueprints. Emphasis is placed on auxiliary views, section views, violations of true project, special views, applications of GD & T, and interpretation of complex parts. Upon completion, students should be able to read and interpret complex industrial blueprints.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S22991)
  

  • MAC 152 - Adv Machining Calc

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    Prerequisites: Take MAT-121 or MAT 120
    This course combines mathematical functions with practical machine shop applications and problems. Emphasis is placed on gear ratios, lead screws, indexing problems, and their applications in the machine shop. Upon completion, students should be able to calculate solutions to machining problems. (S12224)
  

  • MAC 222 - Advanced CNC Turning

    Class: 1 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    Prerequisites: Take MAC-122
    This course covers advanced methods in setup and operation of CNC turning centers. Emphasis is placed on programming and production of complex parts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in programming, operations, and setup of CNC turning centers.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.**

    (S22994)
  

  • MAC 224 - Advanced CNC Milling

    Class: 1 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credits: 2

    Prerequisites: Take MAC-124
    This course covers advanced methods in setup and operation of CNC machining centers. Emphasis is placed on programming and production of complex parts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in programming, operations, and setup of CNC machining centers.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S23000)
  

  • MAC 233 - Appl in CNC Machining

    Class: 2 Lab: 12 Clinical: 0 Credits: 6

    Prerequisites: Take MAC-113, MAC-224 and MEC-232
    Corequisites: Take MAC-222

    This capstone course provides students the opportunity to apply skills learned throughout the curriculum. Emphasis is placed on production of parts and assemblies using modern CNC machine tools. Upon completion, students should be able to manufacture complex parts using a variety of CNC machine tools.

    **This is a Spring Only Class.** (S21152)
  

  • MAC 241 - Jigs & Fixtures I

    Class: 2 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credits: 4

    Prerequisites: Take MAC-112 MEC-231
    This course introduces the application and use of jigs and fixtures. Emphasis is placed on design and manufacture of simple jigs and fixtures. Upon completion, students should be able to design and build simple jigs and fixtures.

    **This is a Fall Only Class**.

    (S22996)
 

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