ECO2071 Principles of Microeconomics
Prerequisites: None
Microeconomics is the study of how individu- als, households and firms make decisions about consumption and production which affect the supply and demand of goods and services. Other topics include the costs of production, behavior of firms, organization of industries, economics of labor markets, and theories of consumer choice. 4 quarter hours
ECO2072 Principles of Macroeconomics
Prerequisites: None
The study of macroeconomics includes the basic aspects of economic analysis of the busi- ness world. Students will develop an under- standing of the monetary system, recession, inflation, and the main cycles of business activ- ity. 4 quarter hours
ECO3007 Money and Banking
Prerequisite: ECO2072
This course is the study of the banking system in the American economy: monetary and fis- cal policies and the impact of money and fund flows upon business decisions and economic activity. 4 quarter hours
EDM2010 Fundamentals of Emergency and Disaster Management
Prerequisites: None
This course provides students with funda- mental knowledge of emergency and disaster management. Students examine the historical contact for emergency and disaster manage-
ment, then explore topics such as risk assess- ment, preparedness, mitigation, recovery, and communications. Topics also include emer- gency disaster management in the interna- tional domain as well as approaches to terror threats. 4 quarter hours
English
ENG0099 Principles of Composition
This course helps students refine their writing skills by focusing on the elements of style and grammar. Students compose paragraphs and essays in preparation for more advanced composition classes. A minimum grade of C is required to pass this course. Note: This course is offered for institutional credit only. 4 quarter hours
ENG1001 Composition I
Prerequisites:ENG0099 or exemption thereof. In this course students develop their writing skills through the reading and construction of expository essays. A minimum grade of C is required to pass this course. 4 quarter hours
ENG1002 Composition II/Literature
Prerequisite: ENG1001
In this course students write analytical and critical essays about plays, short stories, and poetry. Emphasis is placed on literal and figu- rative interpretations, structural analysis, and variations in thematic approach. A minimum grade of C is required to pass this course. 4 quarter hours
ENG2001 Composition III
Prerequisite: ENG1001
Focusing on the construction of effective writ- ten argument, this course refines composi- tion techniques, develops abstract thought processes, and promotes critical thinking. A li- brary paper is included. A minimum grade of C is required to pass this course. 4 quarter hours
ENG2002 World Literature
Prerequisite: ENG1002
Organized thematically, this course explores global viewpoints expressed in novels, plays, short fiction, and poetry. A library paper and a number of shorter critical essays are included. 4 quarter hours
ENG2003 World Literature II
Prerequisites: ENG1002
Organized by period, genre and theme, this course explores global viewpoints expressed in novels, poems, plays, short fiction, and philosophical and theological works from the late 17th century through to the present day. Parallels and contrasts will be drawn between cultures and across time.
4 quarter hours
ENG3030 American Literature V: Modernism and Experimentation between World War I and II
Prerequisite: ENG1001, ENG1002, ENG2001 This course examines selected American authors, major trends, and some marginalized aspects of American prose and poetry from the Modernist Period, 1914-1945. The course is structured the- matically, with an exploration of the complex his-
torical, cultural, and critical contexts of the period spanning the three decades between World Wars I and II. Close readings of the texts will provide students with a greater understanding of this im- portant literary era and the disillusioned worldview of “The Lost Generation.” 4 quarter hours
ENG3130 English Literature V: The Twentieth Century
Prerequisite: ENG1001, ENG1001, ENG2001 This course exposes the student to a wide range of important issues in managerial and personal finance, including such topics as the role of finance in organizations, principles of financial analysis, forecasting and working capital management, and the basics of analysis and evaluation of investments such as stocks, mutual funds and bonds. 4 quarter hours
ENG3220 Latin American Literature III: The ‘Boom and Beyond”
Prerequisites: ENG1001, ENG1002, ENG2001 This course examines works by selected au- thors from the “Boom” in Latin American fic- tion in the 1960s and 1970s and later works by authors influenced by the ideas and elements of the “Boom”, including magical realism. Works will be examined In the context of Latin American society and political turmoil following the Cuban Revolution and a move from real- ism and national Identities toward a collective consciousness and identity, recognizing the shared experiences of the region including lan- guage, religion, colonialism, exploitation, and underdevelopment. 4 quarter hours
Finance
FIN2030 Introduction to Finance
Prerequisite: ACC1001, BUS1101
This course exposes the student to a wide range of important issues in managerial and personal finance, including such topics as the role of finance in organizations, principles of financial analysis, forecasting and working capital management, and the basics of analysis and evaluation of investments such as stocks, mutual funds and bonds. 4 quarter hours
FIN3030 Corporate Finance
Prerequisite: FIN2030
This course focuses on the financial manage- ment of non-financial organizations with em- phasis on corporations. Topics covered include valuation and rates of return, cost of capital, capital budget decision, long-term financing options, mergers and acquisitions and interna- tional finance. 4 quarter hours
FIN3031 International Finance
Prerequisites: FIN3030, ECO2072
This course focuses on the study of financial institutions in the global economic environ- ment. Among the areas covered are foreign exchange markets, international trade, global regulatory environments, interest rate volatil- ity, and technological advances.
4 quarter hours
FIN4035 Investments and Portfolio Management
Prerequisite: FIN3030
An overview of theories and practices of in- vestments including: financial markets, risk and return, securities, and asset allocation. Student will utilize analytical techniques and tools for investment planning and selection in a selected financial environment. Students will apply these financial models and investment strategies to analyze and manage portfolio in- vestments for various types of organizations. 4 quarter hours
FIN4055 Financial Management for Small Business
Prerequisite: FIN2030
This course addresses the practices and is- sues of small business financial management, including the study of financial records, control, and statements. Issues of personal financial management will be covered. 4 quarter hours
FIN4060 Financial Statement Analysis
Prerequisite: FIN3030
This course covers the decision-making principles of accounting and finance in an integrated man- ner. Material includes the recognition and un- derstanding of the estimates and assumptions underlying financial statements. 4 quarter hour
FIN4101 Enterprise Risk Management
Prerequisite: FIN2030, MGT2037
ERM is a systematic process for organizing and managing the multitude of possible errors (hu- man, equipment, and external) that threaten the smooth functioning of an organization. This course provides an overview of basic ERM concepts. Students will also be given an op- portunity to apply the ERM concepts covered in this course to simulations and case studies. Topics may include: assessing risk to improve decision-making, developing holistic measures to manage organizational risk, and assessing risk levels to optimize planning. 4 quarter hour
Graphic Design
GRA1000 Drawing and Perspective
Prerequisites: none
Through observation and application of one, two, and multiple point perspective tech- niques, the student will render three-dimen- sional forms; the class will study the funda- mentals of drawing — light and shadow, line, form, and values — and use various media, including pencil, charcoal, brush and ink and marker. 4 quarter hours
GRA1001 Color Fundamentals
Prerequisites: none
This fundamental course will provide an intro- duction to the principles of color, and an explo- ration of color theory as it relates to design. Students will learn about the nature of color and its interaction through demonstrations and applications. The psychological and cultural as- pects of color will be explored as well as their role in the design process. 4 quarter hours
GRA1004 Design Fundamentals
Prerequisites: none
This course explores the realm of visual commu- nication with a concerned focus on the elements that form the basics of two-dimensional design. It will focus on developing these concepts as a means of expressing ideas, as well as the termi- nology used in describing them. 4 quarter hours
GRA1005 Graphic Design Studio
Prerequisite: ITS1000
An introduction to standard graphic design stu- dio procedures, the course is designed to give students a baseline overview of the tools used by designers worldwide; the class studies the Macintosh OS and hardware, graphic design applications for illustration, page layout and photo editing, operating scanners and digital peripheral equipment, as well as troubleshoot- ing software and hardware problems. 4 quarter hours
GRA1011 Typography I
Prerequisites: ITS1000, GRA1005
This course is an introduction to the history and foundation of letterforms. The placement of display and text type in a formatted space, and the relationship between the appearance and readability of letterforms, are also studied. Students will be introduced to contemporary typesetting technology and the role of type as an important visual element in graphic design. 4 quarter hours
GRA1160 Digital Imaging
Prerequisites: ITS1000, GRA1005
This course explores the realm of digital im- age manipulation. Students learn to manipu- late photographic and other images to create concise advertising and graphics; the class will discuss publication standards for print and web graphics. The focus includes scanning, photo restoration, working in layers, and application of special effects. 4 quarter hours
GRA1170 Observational Drawing
Prerequisite: GRA1000
This course continues the exploration of draw- ing skills and the use of different media to ren- der volume, light and shade, and perspective. The course will promote the understanding of the creative process and developing concepts into concrete images, as well as sharpening eye hand coordination. 4 quarter hours
GRA1195 Digital Layout
Prerequisites: ITS1000, GRA1005
This course will explore various means of indicating, placing and manipulating visual elements in page design, systematically de- veloping strong and creative layout solutions by means of a cumulative, conceptual design process. The ability to effectively integrate photographs, illustrations, and display and text type will be developed using page composition software. 4 quarter hours
GRA2010 3D Design Fundamentals
Prerequisite: GRA1004
A studio course exploring three-dimensional form and space. This course introduces stu- dents to the materials, techniques, and ideas
that comprise the three-dimensional world of natural and “manmade” objects. Point, line, plane, mass, volume, density and form are dis- cussed. Students learn to create and discuss 3D situations using basic hand tools and read- ily available materials. 4 quarter hours
GRA2110 Digital Illustration
Prerequisites: GRA1005, GRA1160
This course helps students communicate and design with the computer as a professional tool. Using different software applications, the student will demonstrate an understanding of electronic illustration. The course will explore design applications that are considered to be industry standard. 4 quarter hours
GRA2290 Concept Design
Prerequisite: GRA1160
This course identifies and explains the compo- nents of the creative process. Problem identifi- cation and research methods will be explored. Design solutions appropriate to problem solv- ing will be emphasized. The course will include generating exercises and a concentration on design purpose and function. 4 quarter hours
GRA2292 Print Production
Prerequisites: GRA1011, GRA1195
This course discusses traditional film and elec- tronic prepress systems and the printing industry and its association with designers, art directors and print brokers. Image reproduction, color speci- fication, file preparation procedures, and binding and finishing techniques will be explored. Dis- cussion of various printing processes and paper selections are covered in this class. Students will produce print work for production. 4 quarter hours
GRA2800 Web Design I
Prerequisites: GRA1160, GRA1195, GRA1011 This course introduces some of the techniques, tools, and technologies associated with web de- velopment. By identifying, interpreting, and im- plementing the roles and responsibilities of web industry team members students will define, de- sign, and develop an HTML-based website using standard authoring tools. 4 quarter hours
GRA2900 Portfolio I
Prerequisites: GRA2290, GRA2292
This course focuses on the completion of the associate’s level portfolio. The final portfolio should focus on the graphic artist’s individual strengths. This work should reflect the artist’s uniqueness and ability to meet demanding in- dustry standards; students will participate in a gallery display of their work on campus. 2 quarter hours
GRA3000 Graphic Symbolism
Prerequisites: GRA1011
This course examines the importance of graphic symbols in design. Logos and other symbolic images will be examined in historic and contemporary contexts. Graphic elements including typography, simplified imagery, and abstract shapes will then be utilized to create individual symbolic designs and compositions. 4 quarter hours
GRA3010 History of Graphic Design
Prerequisite: ENG1002
This course will examine the influences of social trends, historical events, technological developments, and the fine arts on contem- porary graphic design, illustration, typographic design, architectural design, photography and fashionable trends in general. Through lec- tures, supplied visual examples, independent research and design assessments, the stu- dent will gain insight into a variety of major design influences. The student will learn how to research and utilize a wide variety of design styles. 4 quarter hours
GRA3011 Typography II
Prerequisite: GRA1011, GRA1195
Emphasis is placed on the hierarchy and ex- pressive potential of typography. How the form of the written word(s) affects the mean- ing is studied experimentally. The emphasis is on design elements from the perspective of history, psychology, and artistic interpretation executed with digital tools. 4 quarter hours
GRA3060 Multimedia I
Prerequisite: GRA2800
Interactive computer programs combine anima- tion with facilities for integrating text, sound, im- ages, and full motion video into interactive prod- ucts such as games, edutainment, computer based training, and the Internet. This course will allow the student to develop interfaces and 2D animation for interactive projects. Students will fine-tune their conceptual skills, and they will design an animated prototype using interactive multimedia software. 4 quarter hours
GRA3090 Digital Photography for Designers
Prerequisite: GRA1160
This course introduces students to the funda- mental terminology, concepts, and techniques of digital photography. It focuses on the prin- ciples of using color, composition, lighting, and other techniques for overall thematic and visual effects of photographic images; effects and editing software will be used to enhance and montage digital images. 4 quarter hours
GRA3101 Package Design
Prerequisites: GRA2010, GRA2110, GRA3011 Students will receive a broad overview that covers essential package design basics, includ- ing materials and production methods, struc- tures and surfaces, product positioning and environmental concerns. 4 quarter hours
GRA3120 Digital Prepress
Prerequisite: GRA2292
Students complete multiple page documents that include scanned and edited images, ob- ject defined graphics and text through the in- tegration of a variety of file types. Digital page makeup in modern print production is studied. 4 quarter hours
GRA3670 Corporate ID & Branding
Prerequisites: GRA1160, GRA2110, GRA3000 Students will conduct an in depth study of the creation of a corporate identity. Problem solv- ing, information gathering, system develop-
ment and application standards are discussed. Students will focus on color, logotypes, sym- bols, and branding. 4 quarter hours
GRA3810 Collateral Design
Prerequisites:GRA1195, GRA2290, GRA2292 The role of graphic design in collateral ma- terials will be introduced and explored with a focus on brochures, billboards, posters, point of sale materials, direct mail pieces, sales promotion materials, etc. The process of developing integrated collateral materials from concept through production will be em- phasized. 4 quarter hours
GRA3820 Advertising Design
Prerequisites:GRA1195, GRA2290, GRA3011 The course focuses on print advertising and its role as part of integrated campaigns; image, brand, history, and the role of the art director are a few of the many subjects studied, a com- prehensive overview of advertising’s impact on modern society. Students will research, con- cept and develop several print ad campaigns for targeted audiences, and will consider the role the Web plays in interactive and viral cam- paigns. 4 quarter hours
GRA3850 Web Design II
Prerequisites: GRA2800, GRA3060
Students will continue to design and develop HTML based website using standard authoring tools, as well as interactive features, forms, au- dio, video and animation. Ecommerce sites with dynamic databases will be studied. Students will also consider current and future trends in Web media and research topics regarding Web design and technology. 4 quarter hours
GRA3900 Design Marketing
Prerequisites: GRA2900, GRA3810
This course explores theories, methods, and strategies for effectively selling a product. Pro- vides concepts of product, price, promotion, distribution and benefit as they relate to adver- tising and graphic design. Lectures include a review of the target audiences, budgets, strat- egy and the company vision. Examines various management styles, techniques and trends in the industry. 4 quarter hours
GRA4000 Multimedia II
Prerequisite: GRA3850
Further refinement of interactive computer based programs that combine animation with facilities for integrating text, sound, images, and full motion video. Using interactive mul- timedia software, students will think “outside the box” by creating new concepts for their programming presented on the Web or in a standalone environment. 4 quarter hours
GRA4100 Professional Development for Designers
Prerequisite: Must be taken in last three quarters
This course prepares students for the business environment and the transition into an applied arts profession. It emphasizes the concepts of professionalism and an overall understand- ing of self-promotion in the field. Professional development tools are presented, including
resume and cover letter writing, networking and interviewing skills. This course includes the multiple facets of media business law, in- cluding intellectual property, copyright and ad- ditional legal and ethical business issues, as it impacts design professionals. Freelance busi- ness operating practices such as negotiation of contracts, pricing and estimation of services, ethical guidelines, and pertinent tax laws will be addressed. 4 quarter hours
GRA4440 Art Direction
Prerequisites: GRA3820, GRA3810, GRA3011 This course will examine the role of the art director in producing multifaceted design proj- ects. Working in teams, students will coordi- nate their creative efforts, from concept to fin- ished output. By encouraging a team approach, the course will further enhance students’ lead- ership, communications and negotiation skills. 4 quarter hours
GRA4620 Mass Media Law
Prerequisite: GRA4100
This course covers the multiple facets of media business law. Topics include: an overview of the legal system, contracts, personal property, intellectual property, copyright and additional legal and ethical business issues as it impacts media and design professionals. 4 quarter hours
GRA4670 Digital Portfolio
Prerequisite: Must be taken in last three quar- ters of the program
This course will guide students through the process of compiling their work into a final in- teractive portfolio. This course will also stress the importance of professional development and help the student obtain the necessary completion of the initial job search require-