2023-2024 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Course descriptions are listed on the following pages, alphabetically and by course prefix. The four letter prefix identifies subject area and the three numbers that follow identify the particular course. The numbers in parenthesis indicate the number of lecture and lab hours per week, assuming a typical 15-week semester.
The description of each course indicates its credit value which determines the tuition charge and the number of credits available toward the requirements for a degree.
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BIOL 221 - Microbiology (3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 102 General Biology II and CHEM 103 General Chemistry I .
A comprehensive study of microorganisms including morphology, physiology, genetics, evolution, identification and classification will be covered. The course will include the role and impact of microorganisms in health, medicine, biotechnology, ecology and industrial applications with an emphasis on pathogen-host interactions. The methods to culture, control and identify microbes will be discussed with the laboratory component providing practical skills in this area. The laboratory will include techniques such as, culture methods, asceptic technique, microscopy, metabolic and physiological tests, bacterial isolation and identification, and molecular and serological analysis.
Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week.
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BUSI 154 - International Business (3,0) 3 Credits
Global, international and domestic markets are interconnected. This course concentrates on the diverse aspects that confront business professionals in the creation and implementation of their strategies to develop international business. Understand the world marketplace, the importance and impact of cultures, laws, regulations, international treaties, monetary systems and financial markets in order to identify the opportunities and threats to develop business within and outside national borders.
The course presents the theoretical basis and analyzes real world evidences with an emphasis on the forces that govern the countries, the challenges to the development, lead and management of the organizational structures, operations, alliances, entry models, and the diverse resources to deploy the business expansion strategies.
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CEMT 201 - Energy Management & Auditing I (3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisite(s): ECTC 102 Air Conditioning Systems Design , ECTC 202 Heating Systems Design .
This is an entry-level course for students in the Commercial Energy Management Technology field. Responsible use of our Energy Resources is important in many respects, not the least of which is that much of it is not renewable. We as a society need to be conscientious about this fact and be good stewards of our resources so future generations are able to enjoy living on a planet that can support them and their offspring. Optimizing energy consumption in homes and buildings is also important to reduce carbon emissions and the financial burden which is the cost of operating these structures, thus increasing profitability. Saving energy makes financial sense. People who are knowledgeable about ways to save energy are a valuable and limited commodity.
This course covers an introduction to utility bill analysis, learning about common energy conservation measures, conducting walk-through level-1 energy audits, determining energy use of specific equipment, breaking out where all the energy in a structure is used, calculating energy savings, prioritizing energy saving measures, and pulling all this information into a simple report: The Energy Audit Report.
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CEMT 203 - Building Automation I (3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisite(s): ECTC 102 Air Conditioning Systems Design , ECTC 103 Electricity for Environmental Control Technology I , ECTC 104 Electricity for Environmental Control Technology II , ECTC 202 Heating Systems Design .
This is the first of two advanced courses on building automation for students in the Commercial Energy Management Technology field. Recent emphasis on increased energy efficiency and occupant comfort, in particular on commercial buildings, has given way to the development of technologies that allow for smart communication amongst various building systems such as HVAC, Lighting, Fire Prevention and Occupant Security/Safety. Networked building automation has become a field in high demand because it allows for precise and reliable communication between control devices, whether they are from the same or different manufacturers.
This course starts with a review of the fundamentals of Automatic Control: control loops, control points, control responses, HVAC equipment automation options and the classification of building automation systems. It then continues with an overview of wired and wireless networking: the OSI model, Ethernet networks, network Architectures, client versus server computers and their associated control systems, system security, diagnosing and troubleshooting.
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CEMT 204 - Building Automation II (3,3) 4 Credits
Prerequisite(s): CEMT 203 Building Automation I .
This is the second of two advanced courses on building automation for students in the Commercial Energy Management Technology field. Recent emphasis placed on increased energy efficiency and occupant comfort, in particular on commercial buildings, has given way to the development of technologies that allow for smart communication amongst various building systems such as HVAC, Lighting, Fire Prevention and Occupant Security/Safety. Networked building automation, in particular, has become a field in high demand because it allows for precise and reliable communication between control devices, whether they are from the same or different manufacturers.
This course starts with an introduction to the various commercially available network platforms, with special emphasis on LonWorks: an overview of the technology, its architecture and infrastructure, nodes, programming, testing and maintenance. It then continues with an introduction to Communications Protocol BACnet: an overview of its architecture, testing and certification standards, transport and interoperability, objects and core services, applications, installation and configuration. Finally, the course addresses System Integration.
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CEMT 205 - Building Commissioning and Retro Commissioning (3,0) 3 Credits
Prerequisite(s): ECTC 102 Air Conditioning Systems Design , ECTC 202 Heating Systems Design , CEMT 201 Energy Management & Auditing I .
This is an advanced course for students in the Commercial Energy Management Technology field. Building Commissioning and Retro Commissioning are means of ensuring that a building owner gets the quality of facility that is expected. It is a process that involves numerous activities and spans the full life of the building delivery process. “The Commissioning Process is a quality-oriented set of procedures for verifying and documenting that the performance of facilities, systems and assemblies meets defined objectives and criteria…” [ASHRAE Guideline 1.1-2007]
This is an accelerated course that takes students through the Commissioning (Cx) Process. Topics include the benefits of Cx and why it is important. The basics of the Cx Process will be discussed and sample documents developed by course participants. Upon completion of the course, participants will have an understanding of the Cx certifications. To be successful in this course, a prior knowledge of building mechanical systems and a good computer skillset are required (word processing, presentation software, and spreadsheets).
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CNCO 140 - CNC Production Technician 600 hours (non-credit)
Prerequisite(s): Sucessful completion of MACH 110 - Machining Fundamentals , MACH 120 - Manual Mill Operator and MACH 130 - Engine Lathe Operator .
CNCO 140 - CNC Production Technician credential program is a NIMS credentialed certificate program. Upon successful completion of the program, students will receive the CNC Milling: Programming Setup & Operations, CNC Turning: Programming Setup & Operations, CNC Milling: Operations, and CNC Turning: Operations credentials. Graduates of the program will be prepared to enter careers as CNC Machine Operators and Manual Machinists. This program is designed to mirror the workplace as closely as possible. All graduates will be required to demonstrate their ability to perform all tasks and skills at workplace ready levels. This program provides extensive hands-on experience performing all tasks identified by industry experts and local employers. Program training includes basic CNC operator skills and CNC set-up processes. Students gain real-world experience using actual CNC machining centers to perform real production runs and job set-ups. Classes are conducted in an actual CNC machine shop environment at the RVCC Campus, equipped with Haas CNC machines, including four virtual machining controls, two CNC 3-Axis Milling Centers, and two CNC 2-Axis Lathe turning centers. The training lab also has two ACER Bridgeport style Mills, two ACER engine lathes, Four ProTraK Manual/CNC combination Mills, two ProTrak Engine/CNC lathe turning centers, two surface grinders, vertical band saw, Optical Comparator, Standard drill press, and other basic machinery.
Coursework covers a variety of relevant areas including; blueprint reading, related math, safety in the workplace, machining technology, tooling applications, work holding, offsets, CNC lathe and mill set-up, gauging and inspection.
In the lab, students will learn to read blueprints and operate state-of-the-art CNC machines, handle precision measurement tools and inspection equipment, and receive an OSHA-10 card. Students will also program, set-up, edit and operate CNC machining center and lathe.
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COMM 292 - Communication/Speech Cooperative Education (Worksite: 135 Hours) 3 Credits
Prerequisite(s): Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See Department Co-op Coordinator. This course is intended for Communication Majors only.
Cooperative Education is an educational plan that integrates classroom study with practical work experience. It is intended to contribute meaningfully to the overall preparation of the student by providing an opportunity for the practical application of skills and concepts learned in the classroom. This course offers students an individualized educational experience through the study of a structured employment situation. Co-ops must be approved and have a mentoring component related to learning objectives defined for the course.
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COMM 293 - Communication/Speech Cooperative Education II (135 Worksite Hours) 3 Credits
Prerequisite(s): COMM 292 Communication/Speech Cooperative Education . Cooperative Education Approval Form Required. See Department Co-op Coordinator.
This course is intended for Communication majors only. Cooperative Education is an educational plan that integrates classroom study with practical work experience. It is intended to contribute meaningfully to the overall preparation of the student by providing an opportunity for the practical application of skills and concepts learned in the classroom. This course offers students an individualized educational experience through the study of a structured employment situation. Co-ops must be approved and have a mentoring component related to learning objectives defined for the course
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COMP 102 - Computer Literacy (2,2) 3 Credits
General Education Course: Technological Competency
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 050 Introduction to College Reading and Composition I .
This introductory course focuses on how productivity software (word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation) can be used efficiently and effectively to gather, analyze, organize, and present information. The social, ethical, and privacy related aspects of computing are also deliberated. Students will learn how to develop effective online research techniques and develop the skills required to successfully purchase a personal computer.
This course may not be used as a free elective in any Computer Science related program.
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