Student Handbook and Catalog 2021-22 V2

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CETT 1325 Digital Fundamentals (2-4-3) An entry level course
in digital electronics to include numbering systems, logic gates,
Boolean algebra, and combinational logic. Prerequisite CETT
1302, CETT 1303, IEIR 1302, IEIR 1304, IEIR 1371 or CETT 1305
(Prerequisite or Corequisite)
CETT 1329 Solid State Devices (2-4-3) A study of diodes, transistor
characteristics and other semiconductor devices, including analysis
of static and dynamic characteristics, biasing techniques, and
thermal considerations. Prerequisite CETT 1305, IEIR 1371 or IEIR
1304
CETT 1341 Solid State Circuits (2-4-3) A study of various
semiconductor devices incorporated in circuits and their
applications. Emphasis on circuit construction, measurements, and
analysis. Prerequisite AACT 1371
CHEF
CHEF 1205 Sanitation and Safety (1-2-2) A study of personal
cleanliness; sanitary practices in food preparation; causes,
investigation, control of illness caused by food contamination
(Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points); and work place safety
standards.
CHEF 1340 Meat Preparation and Cooking (2-4-3) Study of the
preparation, storage, and cooking techniques for beef, pork, lamb,
poultry, seafood, and game. Includes moist, dry, and combination
heat preparation methods as related to both classical and modern
methods of preparation of dishes. Prerequisite IFWA 1401
CHEF 1441 American Regional Cuisine (2-6-4) A study of the
development of regional cuisine's in the United States with
emphasis on the similarities in production and service systems.
Application of skills to develop, organize, and build a portfolio of
recipe strategies and production systems. Prerequisite IFWA 1427,
PSTR 2431
CHEF 1445 International Cuisine (2-6-4) The study of classical
cooking skills associated with the preparation and service of
international and ethnic cuisines. Topics include similarities
between food production systems used in the United States and
other regions of the world. Prerequisite IFWA 1427, PSTR 2431
CJSA
CJSA 1325 Criminology (3-0-3) Current theories and empirical
research pertaining to crime and criminal behavior and its causes,
methods of prevention, systems of punishment, and rehabilitation.
CNBT
CNBT 1300 Residential and Light Commercial Blueprint Reading
(2-4-3) Introductory blueprint reading for residential and light
commercial construction.
CNBT 1302 Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing Systems in
Construction I (2-4-3) A presentation of the basic mechanical,
plumbing, and electrical components in construction and their
relationship to residential and light commercial buildings.
CNBT 1313 Concrete I (2-4-3) Various techniques for concrete
utilization in residential and light commercial construction.
CNBT 1315 Field Engineering I (2-4-3) Surveying equipment,
sketches, proper field note taking, methods of staking, layout of
building site, and horizontal and vertical controls.
CNBT 1316 Construction Technology I (2-4-3) Introduction to site
preparation, foundations, form work, safety, tools, and equipment.
CNBT 1342 Building Codes and Inspections (2-4-3) Building codes
and standards applicable to building construction and inspection
processes.
CNBT 1346 Construction Estimating I (2-4-3) Fundamentals of
estimating materials and labor costs in construction.
CNBT 1350 Construction Technology II (2-4-3) Framing in residential
and light commercial construction. Includes safety, tools, and
equipment used in floor, wall, ceiling, and roof framing methods and
systems. Prerequisite CNBT 1316
CNBT 1359 Project Scheduling (2-4-3) A study of conventional
scheduling using critical-path-method; precedence and arrow
networks; bar charts; monthly reports; and fast track scheduling.
CNBT 1450 Construction Technology II (2-6-4) Demonstrate safety
practices and procedures; use of tools and equipment associated
with framing in construction; estimate material requirements from
blueprints; and demonstrate methods used in framing. Prerequisite
CNBT 1316
CNBT 1453 Construction Technology III (2-6-4) Exterior Trim and
finish for residential and light commercial construction. Prerequisite
CNBT 1316
CNBT 1680 Cooperative Education - Construction Engineering
Technology/Technician (1-0-6) Career-related activities
encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through
an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and
student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer,
the student combines classroom learning with work experience.
Includes a lecture component.
CNBT 2317 Green Building (2-4-3) Methods and materials used for
buildings that conserve energy, water, and human resources.
CNBT 2337 Construction Estimating II (2-4-3) Advanced estimating
concepts using computer software for construction and crafts.
CNBT 2342 Construction Management I (2-4-3) Management skills
on the job site. Topics include written and oral communications,
leadership and motivation, problem solving, and decision making.
CNBT 2344 Construction Management II (2-4-3) A management
course in contract documents, safety, planning, scheduling,
production control, law and labor issues. Topics include contracts,
planning, cost and production peripheral documents, and cost and
work analysis.
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