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2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Catalog Updates as of October 28, 2022



Catalog Updates (Addendum) as of October 28, 2022
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Program Changes

HIT # 274 Medical Billing and Coding

Revised Program Planner below

Course Prefix & #

Title of Course

Credit Hours

Fall Semester

 

 

TPM 112

HIT 216

HIT 223

HIT 115

Anatomy and Physiology for Comp. Health

Medical Terminology 1

Pharmacology and Lab Medicine

Intro to Medical Coding

5

3

3

3

 

Total

14

Spring Semester

 

 

HIT 218

HIT 219

HIT 220

HIT 221

HIT 222

Medical Office Procedures

Medical Terminology II

Health Insurance Billing

Medical Coding I

Medical Coding II

3

4

2

3

3

 

Total

15

 

Total Program Credit Hours

29

 

HOR # 401 Horticulture - AAS degree

Revised Program Planner below

Course Prefix & #

Title of Course

Credit Hours

     

Fall Semester - First Year

 

HOR 103

Horticulture Science

3

HOR 122

Trees/Arboriculture

3

HOR 141

Beginning Floral Arrangements

3

HOR 274

U. S. Field Studies

1

TMAT 100

Technical Mathematics

3

 

Total

13

     

Spring Semester - First Year

 

ENG 109

Intro to Technical Report Writing     OR

 

ENG 103

Composition

3

HOR 105

Botany for Horticulture

3

HOR 146

Sustainable Perennials

3

HOR 101

Intro to Horticulture Related Occupations

1

HOR 196

Horticulture Internship

4

HOR

HOR Elective

3

 

Total

17

     

Fall Semester - Second Year

 

AGT 215

Introduction to Soils and Fertilizers

4

COM 100

Oral Communication     OR

 

COM 108

Communication in the Workplace

3

HOR 166

Landscape Design

3

HOR 231

Ornamental Shrubs ID and Culture     OR

 

HOR 243

Interior Plantscaping

3

HOR 274

U. S. Field Studies

1

HOR

HOR Elective

3

 

Total

17

     

Spring Semester - Second Year

 

HOR 128

Plant Propagation     OR

 

HOR 235

Floriculture Management

3

HOR 279

Bedding Plant Production&Sales

4

Humanities/Fine Arts/Social/Behavioral Science Elective

3

HOR

HOR Elective

3

 

Total

13

     
     
 

Program Total

60

     

Students may select elective courses from the seven degree Options below:

   
     

Option I - select any 9 credit hours from the following HOR electives:

 

HOR 112

Greenhouse Management

3

HOR 128

Plant Propagation

3

HOR 142

Advanced Floral Arrangements

3

HOR 158

Special Events

3

HOR 168

Sustainable Prairie Management

3

HOR 196

Horticulture Internship

variable 1-4

HOR 201

Horticulture Seminar

variable .5-3

HOR 220

Cannabis Biology & Production

4

HOR 231

Ornamental Shrubs ID and Culture

3

HOR 235

Floriculture Management

3

HOR 243

Interior Plantscaping

3

HOR 249

Wedding & Sympathy Design

3

HOR 251

Landscape Construction

3

HOR 256

Turf and Lawn Management

3

HOR 266

Advanced Landscape Design

3

HOR 269

Field Studies Floral Symposium

1

HOR 273

NCLC Field Studies

1

HOR 290

International Field Studies

3

AGT 210

Intro to Crop Science

4

 

 

 

Option II - select the following courses to earn HOR 227 Floral Horticulture certificate:                         

 

HOR 142, HOR 158, HOR 235, HOR 243, HOR 249               

 

 

 

 

 

Option III - select the following courses to earn HOR 238 Landscape Design/Construction certificate:                                              

 

HOR 231, HOR 251, HOR 266      

 

 

Option IV - select the following course to earn HOR 241 Greenhouse/Garden Center certificate:

 

HOR 112

 

 

Option V - select the following courses to earn HOR 290 Foundations in Horticulture certificate:

 

HOR 128, HOR 168, HOR 256      

 

 

 

 

 

Option VI - select the following courses to earn HOR 420 Cannabis & Hemp Cultivation certificate:

 

HOR 112, HOR 220, AGT 210; (HOR 128 is recommended)

 

 

 

 

 

Option VII - select the following courses to earn HOR 430 Turf & Grounds Management certificate:

 

HOR 168 OR HOR 196 (3), HOR 251, HOR 256      

 

 

 

HOR # 420 Cannabis & Hemp Cultivation

Revised Total Credit Hours: 25

Revised Planner below:

Course Prefix & #

Title of Course

Credit Hours

   

 

Fall Semester - First Year

 

AGT 210

Introduction to Crop Science

4

AGT 215

Introduction to Soils and Fertilizers

4

HOR 103

Horticulture Science

3

HOR 112

Greenhouse Management

3

   

 

 

Total

14

     

Spring Semester - First Year

 

HOR 105

Botany for Horticulture

3

HOR 220

Cannabis Biology & Production

4

HOR 279

Bedding Plant Production & Sales

4

   

 

 

Total

11

     
 

Program Total

25

 

TPM # 444 Therapeutic Massage

Revised Program Planner below

Course Prefix & #

Title of Course

Credit Hours

   

 

     

Pre-admission

   

TPM 100

Introduction to Massage

0

 

Total

0

     

Fall Semester

   

TPM 112

Anatomy/Physiology Comp. Health

5

TPM 110

Massage Techniques 1

4

HIT 216

Medical Terminology 1

3

 

Total

12

     

Spring Semester

   

TPM 114

Musculoskeletal System

3

TPM 120

Massage Techniques II

4

TPM 124

Business Practices & Ethics

3

TPM 140

Massage Clinical

0.5

TPM 109

Pathology

2

 

Total

12.5

     

Summer Semester

   

TPM 130

Massage Techniques III

4

TPM 140

Massage Clinical

0.5

TPM 145

Ther. Massage Licensure Seminar

1

 

Total

5.5

   

 

 

Program Total

30

New Programs

 

Course Changes

AMT 100 Automotive Orientation

Revised lecture/discussion and lab hours: 2 hours lecture/discussion and 2 hours lab

AMT 116 Basic Automotive Electrical

Revised Course Description: Theory and operation of basic electrical systems found on internal combustion and hybrid/electric vehicles.  Includes coverage of basic electrical theory, ohms law, starting/charging systems, and other basic electrical systems. Course content includes usage of related test equipment and meters. 

AMT 127 Engine Management I

Revised Course Description: This class is a study of engine ignition systems. Operation and testing of automotive ignition systems including spark plugs, distributors, DIS and coil over plug systems will be covered.

AMT 135 Manual Trans & Drivelines

Revised Course Description: Designed to provide a thorough understanding of manual transmissions, manual transaxles, and clutch assemblies. Emphasizes lab work involving theory, operation and service procedures used during diagnosis, repair, and rebuilding of these driveline systems. Use of special tools and measuring procedures are covered. 

AMT 217 Advanced Drivelines & 4x4

Revised Course Description: Inspection, construction, operation, and diagnosis of, final drive, transfer case, locking hub assembly, universal joints, constant velocity joints, driveline electrical components and controls. Emphasizes lab work involving theory, operation and service procedures used during diagnosis, repair, and rebuilding of these driveline systems. Use of special tools and measuring procedures are covered.

AMT 219 Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Tech

Revised Prerequisite: AMT 116

AMT 223 Engine Management II

Revised Prerequisite: AMT 116

Revised Course Description: This course is a study of computerized engine management. Topics covered include computer controls of engine systems, diagnostic tools and techniques. Operation and testing of modern fuel injection systems including fuel pumps, fuel injectors, and associated management systems will be covered. 

AMT 231 Engine Management III

Revised Prerequisite: AMT 116

Revised Course Description: An advanced class that gives students information and experience applying knowledge already obtained with structured diagnostic techniques. Diagnosing engine performance and drivability problems will be accomplished through the use of 5-gas analyzers, computer oscilloscopes, hand-held scanners and PC based tools. Module programming, emissions systems, and emissions testing will also be covered.

AMT 233 Automatic Body Electronics

Revised Course Title: Body Electronics & Hybrid Tech

Revised Course Description: This course provides a comprehensive understanding of vehicle electrical systems.  These systems include windshield wipers, power windows and locks, gauges, air bags, radio frequency, anti-theft and multiplexing. Emphasis will be placed on mastering the use of wiring diagrams.  Includes a study of hybrid electric vehicles (HEV) and electric vehicles (EV) with emphasis on high voltage propulsion and high voltage safety. 

ART 203 Digital Imaging

Revised Course Title: Digital Photography

Revised Course Description:  An introduction to digital photography using software, graphic images, and photography as tools to create artwork. This course surveys photographic images’ production, manipulation, and output electronically and for print. Topics include meaning, aesthetics, historical and cultural context, image appropriation, and the implications of electronic photographic imaging to legal, ethical, and social issues in the commercial and fine arts fields. Students will learn how to operate a manual digital camera, raster and vector graphics, resolution, file formats, output devices, color systems, and image-acquisitions using industry art and design software standards. Visual elements, design concepts, and historical and contemporary artworks will be taught and shown using diverse, equitable, and inclusive examples. A digital SLR is preferred but not required. Limited Transfer - See advisor for more information.

CIS 296 Internship

Revised Course Description: This course provides actual work experience in the information technology field. The student will be expected to utilize class and lab competencies in a practical work environment. A minimum of 225 hours are required for completion of course.

COM 200 Advanced Public Speaking

This course is withdrawn from the Catalog.

COM 201 Small Group Communication

This course is withdrawn from the Catalog.

COM 204 Argumentation and Debate

This course is withdrawn from the Catalog.

COM 220 Newswriting

This course is withdrawn from the Catalog.

EGR 177 Engineering Design Graphics

This course is withdrawn from the Catalog.

HIT 115 Introduction to Medical Coding

Revised Credit Hours: 3

HIT 223 Pharmacology & Lab Medicine

Revised Prerequisite: HIT 216 Medical Terminology

MUS 140 Class Instruction: Guitar I

This course is withdrawn from the Catalog.

MUS 142 Class Instruction: Guitar II

This course is withdrawn from the Catalog.

MUS 250 Class Instruction: Voice I

This course is withdrawn from the Catalog.

MUS 260 Class Instruction: Voice II

This course is withdrawn from the Catalog.

MUS 270 Class Instruction: Piano I

This course is withdrawn from the Catalog.

MUS 280 Class Instruction Piano II

This course is withdrawn from the Catalog.

OS 270 Directed Office Experience

This course is withdrawn from the Catalog.

PE 101 Golf

This course is withdrawn from the Catalog.

PE 109 Volleyball

This course is withdrawn from the Catalog.

PE 122 Badminton

This course is withdrawn from the Catalog.

PE 140 Fitness Training I

Revised Course Description: Provides a personal fitness program utilizing cardiovascular and resistance exercise equipment. Individualized exercise programs will be developed based on the results of physiological assessments. Participation in the Fitness Center provides the student with the opportunity to increase cardiovascular efficiency, improve muscle tone, and decrease body fat. Two hours open lab a week.

PE 141 Fitness Training II

Revised Course Description: A continuation of PE 140. The class is designed for those students who wish to continue to benefit from the participation in a regular exercise program. Physiological tests may be re-administered and individual exercise programs will be reviewed and updated. Two hours open lab a week. May be repeated three times.

PE 214 Basketball Officiating

This course is withdrawn from the Catalog.

PE 220 Theory & Practice Basketball

This course is withdrawn from the Catalog.

TPM 109 Pathology

Revised Prerequisite: TPM 112 with a grade of “C” or higher

TPM 110 Massage Techniques I

Revised Prerequisite: none

TPM 114 Musculoskeletal System

Revised Prerequisite: TPM 110 and TPM 112 with grades of “C” or higher

TPM 124 Business Practices and Ethics

Revised Prerequisite: none

TPM 140 Massage Clinical

Revised Prerequisite: TPM 110 and TPM 112 with grades of “C” or higher

New Courses

ABE 095 ICAPS Google IT Support 

 

Course Description: ICAPS Google IT Support Course will provide Adult Education and basic skills attainment in math, language arts, social studies, and science; workforce preparation activities including soft skills and employability skills.  For workforce training, students will be concurrently enrolled in CIS 190 Google IT Specialist course to earn a certificate with support from this course.  Other workforce training elements include opportunities from employers and partner agencies, such as WIOA, CAP-IT staff, and KC Career Services, for job readiness and skills training including possible apprenticeships and incumbent worker trainings.  This course will be offered as an in-person, hybrid, or synchronous online class.

 

ASE 096 ICAPS Google IT Support 

 

Course Description: ICAPS Google IT Support Course will provide Adult Education and basic skills attainment in math, language arts, social studies, and science; workforce preparation activities including soft skills and employability skills.  For workforce training, students will be concurrently enrolled in CIS 190 Google IT Specialist course to earn a certificate with support from this course.  Other workforce training elements include opportunities from employers and partner agencies, such as WIOA, CAP-IT staff, and KC Career Services, for job readiness and skills training including possible apprenticeships and incumbent worker trainings.  This course will be offered as an in-person, hybrid, or synchronous online class.

 

ENG 093 Comp I Support (2 credits)

 

Course Description:

Lecture: One hour of lecture/discussion. Lab: Two hours of lab per week.

Students will build the literacy skills necessary to succeed in English 103. They will engage in supported activities that develop vital reading and writing competencies, including pre-writing, writing, and revising, as well as pre-reading, reading, and reflection. Students will analyze content and rhetorical structures, build their vocabulary, and improve their writing mechanics with grammar, punctuation, and usage exercises. Students will receive individualized instruction and support in college readiness. Not transferable.

ESL 098 ICAPS Google IT Support 

 

Course Description: ICAPS Google IT Support Course will provide Adult Education and basic skills attainment in math, language arts, social studies, and science; workforce preparation activities including soft skills and employability skills.  For workforce training, students will be concurrently enrolled in CIS 190 Google IT Specialist course to earn a certificate with support from this course.  Other workforce training elements include opportunities from employers and partner agencies, such as WIOA, CAP-IT staff, and KC Career Services, for job readiness and skills training including possible apprenticeships and incumbent worker trainings.  This course will be offered as an in-person, hybrid, or synchronous online class.

 

ESL 099 ICAPS Google IT Support 

 

Course Description: ICAPS Google IT Support Course will provide Adult Education and basic skills attainment in math, language arts, social studies, and science; workforce preparation activities including soft skills and employability skills.  For workforce training, students will be concurrently enrolled in CIS 190 Google IT Specialist course to earn a certificate with support from this course.  Other workforce training elements include opportunities from employers and partner agencies, such as WIOA, CAP-IT staff, and KC Career Services, for job readiness and skills training including possible apprenticeships and incumbent worker trainings.  This course will be offered as an in-person, hybrid, or synchronous online class

 

MAT 041 Topics in Mathematics Support (1 credit)

 

Course Description:

Two hours lab a week.

 

Course is intended for students who want to enroll in MAT 101 Topics in Mathematics but need additional support to be successful (as determined by placement or student choice). This support course covers selected topics from Elementary Algebra including but not limited to calculating percentages, plotting points, simplifying expressions, and both solving and graphing linear equations. This course also covers college success material relevant to students in Topics in Mathematics. Concurrent enrollment in MAT 101 is required. Not transferable

 

MAT 045 College Algebra Support (1)

 

Course Description:

Two hours lab a week.

 

Study of algebraic expressions including polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, logarithmic and absolute value expressions. In addition, this course covers equations and graphing of functions related to such expressions, and various other topics related to College Algebra. This course provides students with timely support for mathematical prerequisite needs, allowing them to enroll in a college credit class with a lower prerequisite requirement. The course is designed to be, and is required to be, taken concurrently with MAT 150. Not transferable.

 

MM 110 Entrepreneurship Basic I (1 credit)

Course Description: The road to a successful business begins with passion for an idea, a business plan based on research and analysis, and the persistence to pursue the vision. This course offers essentials business information to help students develop their skills and build a business on a strong foundation.