TCTC Catalog - Tri-County Technical College

Course Descriptions
COURSE
DESCRIPTIONS
Numbering System Example: (2-6-4)
2 - Number of class hours per week
6 - Number of lab hours per week
4 - Credits awarded
BIO 110 General Anatomy and Physiology (3-0-3)
This course is a general introduction to the anatomy and physiology
of the human body. Emphasis is on the organ systems of
the human and their interrelationships. Prerequisite: Either
high school biology or BIO 100.
BIO 112 Basic Anatomy and Physiology (3-3-4)
This course is a basic integrated study of the structure and function
of the human body. Topics include the anatomy and physiology
of cells, tissues, organs, and systems. Lab requirement
supplements lectures. Prerequisite: Either high school biology
or BIO 100.
BIO 115 Basic Microbiology (2-3-3)
This is a general course in microbiology, including epidemiology,
presence, control, and identification of microorganisms.
The microorganisms studied will include bacteria, fungi, and
viruses. Lab requirement supplements lectures. Prerequisite:
Either high school biology or BIO 100.
BIO 210 Anatomy and Physiology I (3-3-4)
This is the first in a sequence of courses, including an intensive
coverage of the body as an integrated whole. All body systems
are studied. Topics include terminology, atoms, molecules,
cells, cell physiology, tissues, and the following systems:
integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, special senses. Lab
requirement supplements lectures. Prerequisites: BIO 100 and
CHM 100. (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)
BIO 211 Anatomy and Physiology II (3-3-4)
This is a continuation of a sequence of courses, including intensive
coverage of the body as an integrated whole. All body
systems are studied. A continuation of BIO 210, the following
systems are studied: endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory,
digestive, urinary, fluids and electrolytes, reproductive.
Lab requirement supplements lectures. Prerequisite: BIO 210.
(UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)
BIO 225 Microbiology (3-3-4)
This is a detailed study of microbiology as it relates to infection
and the disease processes of the body. Topics include
immunity, epidemiology, medically important microorganisms,
and diagnostic procedures for identification. Lab requirement
supplements lectures. Prerequisites: BIO 100 and CHM 100.
(UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)
BIO 240 Nutrition (3-0-3)
This course is an introduction to the essential aspects concerning
the science of nutrition. Particular emphasis is on the classes
of nutrients and their physiological uses in the body. Body energy
requirements and the nutritional status of the world are
considered. Prerequisite: BIO 100.
(BUS)—BUSINESS
BUS 101 Introduction to Business (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the nature of business activity in relation
to the economy and society, including how a business is
owned, organized, managed, and controlled. Topics include
finance, marketing, production, quality assurance, and
international business issues.
BUS 121 Business Law I (3-0-3)
This course is a study of legal procedures, law and society, classifications
and systems of law, the tribunals administering justice
and their actions, contracts, sales, transfer of titles, rights
and duties of the parties, conditions, and warranties.
BUS 210 Introduction to E-Commerce in
Business (3-0-3)
This course is the study of electronic commerce and the operations
and applications from the business perspective. Emphasis is
placed on business concepts and strategies and how they apply
to the process of buying and selling goods and services online.
BUS 220 Business Ethics (3-0-3)
This course includes an exploration of ethical issues arising in
the context of doing business. Representative topics: employee
rights and responsibilities, corporate regulations and rights,
discrimination, truth in advertising, employee privacy, environmental
exploitation and free enterprise.
BUS 230 Purchasing (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the concepts and techniques involved
in the efficient acquisition and management of purchased goods
in business and/or industrial firms.
BUS 260 Insurance Principles (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the types of insurance companies,
varieties of coverage, and the relation of insurance to business
activity, the national economy, and personal interests.
BUS 268 Special Projects in Business (3-0-3)
This course includes research, reporting, and special activities
for successful employment in the business world. Prerequisites:
ENG 155 and student must have completed at least 33 semester
hours toward AB degree.
(CHM)—CHEMISTRY
CHM 100 Introductory Chemistry (4-0-4)
This is an introductory course in general chemistry and principles
of chemistry. Emphasis is placed on mathematical solutions
and laboratory techniques. Biomedical chemistry
concepts, simple stoichiometry, determining and balancing
equations, and pH calculations will be stressed. Intended for
students with no chemistry background or those in need of
review. (Credits earned for this course cannot be used toward
graduation requirements.)
CHM 105 General Organic & Biochemistry (3-3-4)
This course is a study of the fundamental principles of chemistry,
including atomic and molecular structure, common substances
and reactions, introduction to organic chemistry and
biochemistry. Prerequisite: CHM 100
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CHM 110 College Chemistry I (3-3-4)
This is the first course in a sequence which includes the following
topics: atomic and molecular structure, nomenclature