General Course Descriptions - Houston Community College System

ArtV 2301 2-d AniMAtion i
(FlAsH)
prerequisites: iMed 1316, iMed 1341,
itse 2313, or department Approval
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 4 lab)
Skill development in the use of software to develop
storyboards and two-dimensional animation including
creating, importing, and sequencing media elements
to create multimedia presentation . Emphasis on
conceptualization, creativity, and visual aesthetics .
ArtV 2330 2-d AniMAtion ii
prerequisite: ArtV 2301
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 4 lab)
Technical aspects of traditional animation . Emphasizes
aesthetic design and completion of an advanced
animation project . Includes application of advanced
skills and knowledge .
ArtV 2341 AdVAnCed digitAl
Video
prerequisite: ArtV 1351
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 4 lab)
Advanced digital video techniques for post-production .
Emphasizes generation and integration of special
effects, 2-D animation and 3-D animation for film,
video, CD-ROM, and the Internet . Exploration of new
and emerging compression and video streaming
technologies .
ArtV 2351 3-d AniMAtion ii
prerequisite: ArtV 1341,1345
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 4 lab)
Skill development in three-dimensional modeling
and rendering techniques using lighting, staging, and
special effects for digital output . Emphasis on the
production of three-dimensional (3-D) animation as
final digital outputting using modeling, rendering and
animation software .
Astr 1303 stArs And gAlAxies
prerequisites: Must be placed into gust
0341 (or higher) in reading and placed
into Math 0312 (or take Math 0308 as a
co-requisite).
Credit: 3 (3 lecture)
An introduction to the present cosmological theories
about the structure and evolution of the universe . A
comparison with previous models since antiquity . A
study of the celestial sphere and the constellations, the
motions in the sky . A study of gravity, light, radiation,
optics, telescopes and spacecraft . A survey of the stars,
clusters, galaxies, superclusters, their properties,
structure and evolution . Core curriculum course .
Astr 1304 solAr systeM
AstronoMy
prerequisites: Must be placed into gust
0341 (or higher) in reading and placed
into Math 0312 (or take Math 0308 as a
co-requisite).
Credit: 3 (3 lecture)
An introduction to present theories about the structure
and evolution of the solar system, compared to other
models and theories since antiquity . A survey of the
Sun, planets, moons, rings, asteroids, comets and
debris in our solar system . The possibility of life in the
Universe . Core curriculum course .
Astr 1403 stArs And gAlAxies
prerequisites: Must be placed into gust
0341 (or higher) in reading and placed
into Math 0312 (or take Math 0308 as a
co-requisite).
Credit: 4 (3 lecture, 3 lab)
An introduction to the present cosmological theories
about the structure and evolution of the universe . A
comparison with previous models since antiquity . A
study of the celestial sphere and the constellations,
the motions in the sky . A study of gravity, light,
radiation, optics, telescopes and spacecraft . A survey
of the stars, clusters, galaxies, superclusters, their
properties, structure and evolution . Laboratory
includes an introduction to observational techniques
using telescopes, in-class projects/exercises on
spectroscopy, stellar positions, solar heating, planetary
motions, solar and astrophotography, star clusters,
galaxies, and cosmology . Core curriculum course .
Astr 1404 solAr systeM
AstronoMy
prerequisites: Must be placed into gust
0341 (or higher) in reading and placed
into Math 0312 (or take Math 0308 as a
co-requisite).
Credit: 4 (3 lecture, 3 lab)
An introduction to present theories about the structure
and evolution of the solar system, compared to other
models and theories since antiquity . A survey of the
Sun, planets, moons, rings, asteroids, comets and
debris in our solar system . The possibility of life in the
Universe . Laboratory topics include planetary, lunar
and solar observations with telescopes and/or the
naked eye; measurements of the gravitational constant,
gravitational acceleration and the speed of light;
analysis of spectra and spacecraft images; and impact
cratering simulations . Core curriculum course .
AuMt 1305 introduCtion to
AutoMotiVe teCHnology
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 4 lab)
An introduction to the automotive industry including
automotive history, safety practices, shop equipment
and tools, vehicle subsystems, service publications,
fasteners, professional responsibilities, and automotive
maintenance . May be taught manufacturer specific .
AuMt 1306 AutoMotiVe engine
reMoVAl And instAllAtion
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 4 lab)
Fundamentals of engine inspection, removal and
installation procedures . May be taught manufacturer
specific .
AuMt 1307 AutoMotiVe
eleCtriCAl systeMs
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 4 lab)
An overview of automotive electrical systems including
topics in operational theory, testing, diagnosis, and
repair of batteries, charging and starting systems,
and electrical accessories . Emphasis on electrical
schematic diagrams and service manuals . May be
taught manufacturer specific .
Course desCriptions
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AuMt 1310 AutoMotiVe BrAKe
systeMs
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 4 lab)
Operation and repair of drum/disc type brake systems .
Emphasis on safe use of modern equipment . Topics
include brake theory, diagnosis, and repair of power,
manual, anti-lock brake systems, and parking
brakes . May be taught with manufacturer specific
instructions .
AuMt 1316 AutoMotiVe
suspension And steering
systeMs
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 4 lab)
A study of automotive suspension and steering
systems including tire and wheel problem diagnosis,
component repair, and alignment procedures . May be
taught manufacturer specific .
AuMt 1319 AutoMotiVe engine
repAir
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 4 llab)
Fundamentals of engine operation, diagnosis and
repair including lubrication systems and cooling
systems . Emphasis on overhaul of selected engines,
identification and inspection, measurements, and
disassembly, repair, and reassembly of the engine .
May be taught manufacturer specific .
AuMt 1345 AutoMotiVe HeAting
And Air Conditioning
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 4 lab)
Theory of automotive air conditioning and heating
systems . Emphasis on the basic refrigeration cycle
and diagnosis and repair of system malfunctions .
Covers EPA guidelines for refrigerant handling
and new refrigerant replacements . May be taught
manufacturer specific .
AuMt 1380 CooperAtiVe
eduCAtion-AutoMoBile/
AutoMotiVe MeCHAniCs
teCHnology/teCHniCiAn
prerequisite: department Approval
Credit: 3 (1 lecture, 20 lab)
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 .
AuMt 2209 AutoMotiVe driVe
trAin And Axle tHeory
Credit: 2 (2 lecture, 1 lab)
A study of automotive clutches, clutch operation
devices, manual transmissions/transaxles, and
differentials . Emphasis on theory and diagnosis of
transmission/transaxle and drive line components .
AuMt 2223 tHeory oF
AutoMAtiC trAnsMission And
trAnsAxle
Credit: 2 (2 lecture, 1 lab)
Theory of operation, hydraulic principles, and related
circuits of modern automatic transmissions and
transaxles . Discussion of diagnosing and repair
techniques .