Course Descriptions - Kankakee Community College

BIOL 2714 - Microbiology 3/2 (4)
Prerequisite: BIOL 1514 or CHEM 1504 or CHEM 1514. This
course will focus on the life of micro-organisms to include their
organization, functions, metabolic processes, growth, control,
genetics, evolution, and ecology. A study of diseases caused by
pathogens, the host immunological response, and the role of
microorganisms in the environment also will be examined, along
with advances in their use in biotechnology. In the laboratory,
students will focus on the physical and biochemical requirements
and characteristics used for the identification of unknown
bacteria. Students will be expected to identify unknown bacteria
by performing and demonstrating effective use of the techniques
learned in lecture and laboratory classes. AAS: Life science (laboratory
science) elective.
Business
BSNS 1312 - Proofreading & Editing 2/0 (2)
This course will focus on the application of proofreading skills
and English grammar, usage, and spelling. Students will review
formatting for business letters and reports and will proofread
business documents for content, grammar, punctuation, expression,
and mechanical errors.
BSNS 1353 - Administrative Office Procedures 2/2 (3)
Prerequisites: COSC 1513 and COSC 1023. This capstone course
for administrative assistant and office assistant training places heavy
emphasis on the supervisory and administrative skills expected of
college-trained office professionals. Topics include public and human
relations, problem-solving and decision-making, technology and
procedures, document creation and distribution, research and
report writing, travel and conference planning, and employment
and career advancement.
BSNS 1373 - Personal Finance 3/0 (3)
Students will study the basic principles and concepts of personal
finance. Topics include: credit, loans, insurance, stocks, bonds,
mutual funds, real estate, retirement, and estate planning.
BSNS 1411 - Keyboarding .5/1 (1)
This course will provide basic instruction in the “touch” system
of keyboarding. Students will use personal computers while
learning to type with the proper fingers without watching the
keys. Students will learn both the alpha-numeric keyboard and
the 10-key pad. Students who are enrolled currently or who have
received credit for COSC 1023 or BSNS 2033 will not receive
credit for this course. This also applies to similar courses transferred
from other colleges or universities. BSNS 1411 may be
waived if one semester of high school typing has been completed
with a grade of C or better.
BSNS 1553 - Introduction to Business 3/0 (3)
The student will discuss the nature of our business environment
in the United States. The student will indicate the advantages
and disadvantages of the common forms of business organization
and also will discuss and analyze problems related to finance, the
operation of a business, marketing, management, personnel, and
labor relations in a contemporary situation.
BSNS 1603 - Business Communications 3/0 (3)
The student will relate effective communications to successful
management. He or she will describe and apply positive qualities
and techniques of effective written and oral communication and
will construct, present, and explain functional types of business
messages including application letters and resumes. AAS: Communications
elective for specific curricula only.
BSNS 1653 - Business Law 3/0 (3)
The student will identify basic principles of law that apply to
business. Through case studies, the student will practice the
decision-making process and demonstrate an understanding of
contracts, commercial papers, sales, personal property and bailment,
and real property.
BSNS 1663 - Legal & Social Environment
of Business 3/0 (3)
This course involves the study of the political, business, social, and
legal forces that affect activities of modern business. The course
will consider judicial processes, federal controls, and regulations.
This course is designed for students planning to transfer to a
senior institution where they will major in business.
BSNS 2113 - Small Business Management 3/0 (3)
This course covers basic concepts and methods necessary for effective
start-up and management of a small business. Topics include
planning, legal aspects, financing, accounting, marketing, and
management. Theoretical and practical learning exercises will be
incorporated in the class. This course may be taken under the
Pass/Fail grading option. See Pages 170-171.
BSNS 2143 - Human Relations in Business 3/0 (3)
This course is intended to prepare students to handle effectively
the responsibility of relating to other people. The ultimate goal
is to learn how to motivate individuals to work together productively,
to satisfy their personal needs, and at the same time to
meet organizational objectives.
BSNS 2213 - Human Resource Management 3/0 (3)
This course covers basic principles and procedures of personnel
administration. Topics include: job analysis, staffing, training,
performance appraisal, compensation, and labor relations.
BSNS 2311 - Successful Customer Service 1/0 (1)
This course focuses on essential customer service skills that help
organizations accomplish their goals, deal with problems and
complaints, win new customers and create loyal customers. The
course concentrates on the key concepts and best practices involved
in customer service, personal skills, and communication
skills needed to deliver successful customer service.
BSNS 2403 - Office Professional Internship
(Based on demand) 0/15 (3)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the courses listed in the
first four semesters of the Office Professional curriculum and approval
of program coordinator. The student will apply his or her
knowledge and skills by working a minimum of 200 hours in a
cooperating business under the supervision of a training sponsor
and the instructor. The student will gain understanding of the
administrative office procedures by discussing and analyzing onthe-job
experiences with fellow students and the instructor.
BSNS 2413 - Management Field Project 0/15 (3)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of at least half of the courses
required in the Business Associate in Applied Science curriculum,
or consent of instructor. The student will apply his/her
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