Engineering, Math & Physical Sciences Division, Room T102, (847) 543-2044
CAD 110 CAD/CAM Concepts (2-2) 3 Hours This course will introduce the student to how computers are used in Computer Aided Design. The course will cover basic functions of Windows operating system, as well as computer hardware and software and how the operating system relates to the use of both.
Extensive use of the internet will be used to download software and information. CAD software will be introduced including AutoCAD (for 2D drawings), Inventor (for 3D mechanical parts), and Revit (for 3D architectural models).
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness or consent of instructor
Course fee
CAD 111 CAD Drafting Application I (3-2) 4 Hours This course is designed to introduce the student to the tools and techniques of the CAD-drafting profession. CAD-drafting skills are learned through intensive classroom practice using AutoCAD Computer Aided Design Software and through discussions and demonstrations using professionally prepared materials. Topics include geometric constructions, sketching, threads and fasteners, scales, multiviews, dimensioning and tolerancing, sectional views, auxiliary views, and pictorial views.
Course fee
Typically offered fall only
CAD 112 CAD Drafting Applications II (2-2) 3 Hours This course is a continuation of CAD 111 CAD Drafting
Applications I. Computer aided design skills are advanced through exploration of auxiliary views, developments, working drawings, and descriptive geometry.
Prerequisite: CAD 111 (formerly CDA 111) or EGR 121 Course fee
Typically offered spring only
CAD 117 Introduction to AutoCAD (2-2) 3 Hours The course is designed to introduce students to the use of AutoCAD for computer-aided design and drafting. 2D drawing, modifying and dimensioning is emphasized.
Note: Completion of CAD 110 is recommended.
Course fee
CAD 170 Introduction to SolidWorks (2-2) 3 Hours (Formerly CAD 173) This course is designed as an introduction to the SolidWorks Computer Aided Design software. Topics will include part creation, use of features, assembly modeling, and drawing creation.
Note: Completion of CAD 117 or a strong working knowledge of another CAD software is recommended prior to taking this course.
Course fee
CAD 171 Introduction to Inventor (2-2) 3 Hours The course is designed as an introduction to the Inventor Computer Aided Design software. Topics will include part creation, use of features, assembly modeling and drawing management.
Note: Completion of CAD 117 or a strong working knowledge of another CAD software is recommended prior to taking this course.
Course fee
Typically offered spring only
CAD 176 Introduction to Pro-Engineer (2-2) 3 Hours Designed as an introduction to the PRO-Engineer Computer Aided Design software. Topics will range from 3-dimensional solid modeling to detail drawing creation and assembly. Note: Completion of CAD 117, equivalent industrial experience, or strong working knowledge of another CAD software is recommended prior to taking this course.
Course fee
Typically offered fall only
CAD 177 Civil Drafting (2-2) 3 Hours
This course will introduce students to software used in the preparation of civil and surveying drawings. Software studied includes AutoCAD and advanced applications such as Land Development Desktop and Civil 3D.
Prerequisites: CAD 117 or EGR 121 or ARC 121 or consent of instructor
Course fee
Typically offered spring only
CAD 178 Introduction to Revit (2-2) 3 Hours (Formerly CAD 214) This course is designed as an introduction to the Revit Computer Aided Design software. Topics will include building 3D architectural project models with walls, window, doors, floors, roofs, stairs; creating schedules; adding views and annotation to the sheets to create construction documents. Note: Completion of ARC 121 or equivalent industrial experience recommended.
Course fee
CAD 179 Introduction to Autodesk 3ds Max (2-2) 3 Hours Animation and rendering of 3 dimensional objects for architects, graphic illustrators and product designers. Software emphasized is Autodesk 3ds Max.
Course fee
CAD 211 Mechanical Detailing with GD&T (2-2) 3 Hours This course will help students interested in CAD to advance their knowledge and skills of mechanical drafting operations utilizing an industrial CAD system. Emphasis is on the principles and
applications of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing techniques, using the ASME 14.5-2009 Standard.
Prerequisite: CAD 170 (previously CAD 173) or CAD 171 or CAD 176Course fee
Typically offered spring only
CAD 217 AutoCAD II (2-2) 3 Hours
Discussion and lab work are presented dealing with advanced drawing and dimensioning techniques, attributes, and individualized customization of AutoCAD menus and files.
Prerequisite: CAD 117 or EGR 121 or ARC 121 Course fee
Typically offered spring only
CAD 270 SolidWorks II (2-2) 3 Hours
(Formerly CAD 174) This course is designed as a continuation of CAD 170 Introduction to SolidWorks. It expands the topics started in CAD 170. It also covers sheet metal part creation, basic mold design, and importing files from other CAD programs.
Prerequisite: CAD 170 (previously CAD 173) Course fee
Typically offered fall only
CAD 271 Inventor II (2-2) 3 Hours
This course is designed as a continuation of CAD 171, Introduction to Inventor. It expands the topics started in CAD 171. It also covers sheet metal parts, border and title block creation, toolbar and command customization. Integration with 3D Studio Max and the importing/exporting of files from/to other CAD programs.
Prerequisite: CAD 171 Course fee
Typically offered fall only Typically offered even years only.
CAD 273 Advanced CAD Specialization (Variable) 1-3 Hours The course is of a project nature where the student will select and complete one or more projects throughout the semester. There will be periodic reports to the instructor in the form of a formal written progress report. Specific prerequisite will be determined by the instructor.
Course fee
CAD 276 Pro-Engineer II (2-2) 3 Hours
The course is designed as a continuation of CAD 176. It expands the topics started in Introduction to Pro-Engineer. It covers advanced assemblies and part creation and an introduction to Mechanica.
Prerequisite: CAD 176 Course fee
Typically offered spring only Typically offered odd years only.
CAD 278 Revit II (2-2) 3 Hours This course is designed as a continuation of CAD178, Introduction to Revit. It expands the topics started in CAD178. It also covers more advanced concepts such as Conceptual Massing, Family Creation, Site and Structural Tools, Design Options, Phasing and Rendering.
Prerequisite: CAD 178 (previously CAD 214) with a grade of C or better
CAD 279 Design Visualization Using 3ds
Max Design (2-2) 3 Hours
This course is designed for students who are interested in using Autodesk 3ds Max Design software to enhance their 3D designs.
Students will use the software to create 3D illustrations and rendering of products, interiors/exterior of buildings to produce professional presentation quality drawings. The topics include advanced modeling and modifiers, advanced materials, animation, and the use of mental ray rendering software. Note: Completion of CAD179, or familiarity with Autodesk 3ds Max Design, is recommended prior to taking this course. Note: This course is cross listed with ARC 216.
Course fee
Typically offered spring only
CHINESE (CHI)
Communication Arts, Humanities &
Fine Arts Division, Room B210, (847) 543-2040
CHI 121 Beginning Chinese I (4-0) 4 Hours This course is the first semester of a one year introduction to Mandarin Chinese, the official standard language of Mainland China and Taiwan. Emphasis will be on developing basic listening, speaking, reading and writing skills within the context of the modern Chinese culture.
CHI 122 Beginning Chinese II (4-0) 4 Hours This course is the second semester of a one year introduction to Mandarin Chinese, the official standard language of Mainland China and Taiwan. Listening, speaking, reading and writing skills will be further developed within the context of Chinese culture.
Prerequisite: CHI 121
CHI 221 Intermediate Chinese I (4-0) 4 Hours This course is the first semester of one year of continuing study for beginning Chinese learners who have studied Book I and II, Elementary Chinese Reader, or have equivalent mastery of the Chinese language. Grammar and character writing review with continuation of development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
CHI 222 Intermediate Chinese II (4-0) 4 Hours This course continues to expand the knowledge of Chinese grammar, with emphasis in verbal and written communication. Films, short videos, readings and materials from newspapers, magazines, and media are utilized so students explore the Chinese speaking world and cultures based on authentic materials.
Prerequisite: CHI 221
Fulfills the CLC I/M Education Requirement.
IAI: H1 900
CHEMISTRY (CHM)
Biological & Health Sciences Division, Room C140, (847) 543-2042
CHM 120 Chemical Concepts (3-2) 4 Hours A survey course that includes the fundamentals of chemical
composition, chemical calculations, solutions, states of matter, the periodic table, acids, bases and pH, radioactivity and nuclear processes, and a brief overview of organic and biochemistry.
Note: Recommended for non-science majors.
Prerequisites: MTH 102 (C or better) or an appropriate score on the Math Placement Test - AND - College Reading and Writing Readiness
Course fee IAI: P1 902L
CHM 121 General Chemistry I (3-4) 5 Hours This course develops an analytical approach to solving chemical problems. The student is provided with principles that relate chemical structure, energy and reactivity and is introduced to the following topics: composition and properties of matter,
nomenclature, stoichiometry, solutions, gas laws, thermochemistry, atomic structure and periodic trends, bonding, molecular geometries, and properties of liquids, solids and gases. This course is the first semester of a two semester sequence intended for chemistry majors, science majors, engineering majors, and students seeking careers in pre-professional health related fields.
Prerequisites: MTH 108 or MTH 107 (both C or better) or
appropriate score on the Math Placement Test AND College Reading and Writing Readiness
Course fee
IAI: P1 902L, CHM 911
CHM 123 General Chemistry II (3-4) 5 Hours This course is the second semester of a two semester sequence intended for chemistry majors, and students seeking careers in pre-professional health-related fields. It continues some of the topics presented in CHM 121, General Chemistry I, in more detail. The student is also introduced to the following topics: dynamics of solution formation, various ways to express solution concentrations, colligative properties, chemical kinetics, reaction mechanisms, chemical equilibrium, acids, bases, hydrolysis, buffers, titration, solubility, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. The course also includes introductory work in qualitative analysis.
Prerequisite: CHM 121 (C or better) Course fee
IAI: CHM 912
CHM 125 Elementary Organic Chemistry (3-4) 5 Hours Survey of organic chemistry. Provides a basic understanding of nomenclature, structure, stereochemistry, and reactivity. Introduces spectroscopy and biochemistry.
Prerequisite: CHM 121 (C or better) Course fee
CHM 140 Chemistry for a Changing World (3-0) 3 Hours Course is intended for non-science students seeking general
education credit in a physical science course without a laboratory.
Course emphasizes basic principles of chemistry and their
relationship to the modern world. This course will foster an interest in science by preparing students to make effective decisions by developing thinking skills that can be applied to challenges in a changing world. Topics include air and water pollution, energy resources, basic biochemistry, and current scientific developments involving chemistry. Note: students may not receive credit towards a degree for both CHM 140 and CHM 142.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness AND Basic Algebra Readiness
IAI: P1 903
CHM 142 Chemistry for a Changing World-LAB (3-2) 4 Hours Course is intended for non-science students seeking general
education credit in a physical science course with a laboratory component. Course emphasizes basic principles of chemistry and their relationship to the modern world. This course will foster an interest in science by preparing students to make effective decisions by developing thinking skills that can be applied to challenges in a changing world. Topics include air and water pollution, energy resources, basic biochemistry, and current scientific developments involving chemistry. Note: students may not receive credit towards a degree for both CHM 140 and CHM 142.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness AND Basic Algebra Readiness
Course fee IAI: P1 903L
CHM 221 Analytical Chemistry (3-4) 5 Hours Introduces the fundamental concepts associated with gravimetric, volumetric, and instrumental methods of analysis. Lab time is divided evenly between traditional quantitative analysis and modern instrumental analysis.
Prerequisite: CHM 123 (C or better) Course fee
CHM 222 Organic Chemistry I (3-4) 5 Hours This course introduces students to theoretical concepts and
experimental techniques related to the chemistry of carbon compounds. Topics will include nomenclature, acid-base systems, alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, alcohols, ethers,
stereochemistry, and major substitution, addition, and elimination reaction mechanisms. The laboratory experiments will include basic techniques of separation and purification of organic compounds and synthesis of compounds using reactions presented in the lectures.
This course is the first of a two-semester sequence and is intended for chemistry majors and students seeking careers in pre-professional medical-related fields.
Prerequisite: CHM 123 (C or better) Course fee
IAI: CHM 913
CHM 223 Organic Chemistry II (3-4) 5 Hours This course presents the fundamental principles of organic chemistry with an emphasis on the syntheses, reactions, mechanisms, structures and identification of organic compounds. Topics include
nomenclature, instrumental analyses, aromatic compounds, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, aldehydes, ketones, condensation reactions, amines, and an introduction to biochemical molecules. Laboratory includes preparation and separation of organic compounds, analyses of properties and identification of organic compounds. This course is the second semester of a two semester organic chemistry sequence (CHM 222 followed by CHM 223)
and is intended for chemistry majors and students seeking careers in other sciences and pre-professional medical-related fields.
Prerequisite: CHM 222 (C or better) Course fee
IAI: CHM 914