Course Descriptions

ITA 101 - Beginning Italian I

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Exhibit basic proficiency in the understanding and use of Italian.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the distinctive features of the cultures associated with Italian.

ITA 102 - Beginning Italian II

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Exhibit basic proficiency in the understanding and use of Italian.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the distinctive features of the cultures associated with Italian.

LAW 110 - Survey of Paralegalism

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Recognize the jurisdictional structure of the New York State court system.
2. Recognize the jurisdictional structure of the local court system.
3. Recognize the original and appellate distinctions of the judicial system.
4. Prepare legal documents pursuant to NYS statutory law.
5. Apply the rules learned to the preparation of legal documents.

LAW 200 - Real Property Law

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Define the legal terminology regarding the ownership, acquisition and conveyance of Real Estate.
2. Articulate an understanding regarding the distinction between Personal and Real Property.
3. Understand the Law of Fixtures by identifying various legal texts used in fixture law.
4. Understand the process of transferring title to Real Estate; including the use of deeds, mortgages, promissory notes, real estate contracts, and closing statements and prepare such statements.
5. Close the Real Estate transaction.
6. Articulate the difference between a buyer representation and a seller representation.
7. Understand the role of the County Clerk Records in the Real Estate Transaction by recording various documents.

LAW 207 - Legal Writing and Research

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of legal research by preparing an assignment using the Westlaw database and preparing a legal brief.
2. Demonstrate an ability to identify and argue legal issues by responding to a classroom legal fact pattern in written and oral format.
3. Illustrate an understanding in drafting legal documents by preparing legal briefs, courtroom briefs and legal position papers.

LAW 215 - Estates, Probates and Trusts

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Articulate the mechanics of the disposition of testate property by analyzing a will and having a client meeting which discusses the disposition.
2. Illustrate the substantive rules of will preparation by preparing a will.
3. Illustrate an understanding of intestate distribution by distributing the proceeds and preparing a written document which outlines the correct distribution.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the probate process by filing a probate petition.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the creation and administration of a trust by creating a trust.
6. Illustrate an understanding of the tax laws, both Federal and New York, which affect the estate by preparing an estate for file.

LAW 220 - Contracts

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of contract information.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of contractual rights.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of contract Breach and legal remedies available.

LAW 222 - Medical Law

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of Medical Law statutory periods.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the concept of Discovery statutes.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the issues surrounding the insanity defense.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the commencement and discovery procedure regarding a Medical Law litigation suit. 

LAW 225 - Family Law

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Articulate an understanding of the rules governing the doctrine of equitable distribution by explaining the rules to a client in need of legal advice.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of current case law in the Family Law substantive area of the law by reading and preparing legal briefs of particular case law.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the Divorce process by filing a petition in divorce and creating a separation agreement.

LAW 226 - Taxation Law for Paralegals

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of IRS related terminology surrounding taxation and tax filing requirements.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of commencements of and the resolution of the tax law litigation.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of IRS Tax Code.

LAW 227 - Constitutional Law

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Illustrate an understanding of the role and jurisdictional position of the U.S. Supreme Court by preparing a jurisdictional chart.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of appellate and original jurisdiction by commencing a law suit in the jurisdictionally correct court.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the procedural history of a case by briefing the original and all appellate court decisions in the correct order.
4. Articulate current laws based upon the established precedent.
5. Use rules established by case law to demonstrate an understanding of the U.S. Constitution.

LAW 240 - Corporate Law

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the differences of the legal liabilities of the Corporation, Partnership, and Sole Proprietorship by preparing a chart which compares and contrasts those differences.
2. Illustrate the Corporate formation process by preparing a Corporation application for filing in New York State.
3. Use and demonstrate an understanding of the rules established by the Business Corporation laws of New York while meeting with a client.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the jurisdictional rules relevant to a Corporate entity by correctly filing a Corporate legal cause of action.

LAW 250 - Municipal Law

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the existence of local municipal law ordinances, rules and regulations.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the structure of New York State government.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the legal responsibility attaching to the various sections of New York State Government.

LAW 251 - Federal Civil Procedure

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the rules of Civil Federal Procedure.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the function and structure of various pleadings used in the Federal Court system.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the preparation of 3 Federal Court documents.

LAW 252 - Applied Real Estate

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the commencement of the Real Estate transaction.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the paralegal role in the compilation of the Real Estate Closing legal file.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the paralegal role in the closing process of both a residential and a Commercial Real Estate closing.

LAW 253 - Computers in the Law Office

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the current software as used to assist the law office in the litigation process.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the role of the current software regarding the administration of the Law Office.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the role of the computer in the research and resolution of legal files.

LAW 260 - Labor-Management Relations (Labor Law)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the public and private sector labor management goals and responsibilities.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the negotiation process regarding contract formation between labor and management.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the various labor management related legislation which affects the relationship.

LAW 270 - Vehicle and Traffic Law

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of various New York vehicle and traffic statutes.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the Courts role in handling various violations of the Vehicle and Traffic Law.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the role of the Paralegal in the creation of and the handling of the Vehicle and Traffic file.

LAW 280 - Litigation and Trial Preparation

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of case file selection by preparing and getting a passing grade in a classroom simulation project which requires a selection of case files based upon law firm requirements.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of legal confidentiality by reading and preparing position papers on confidentiality case studies.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the pleadings known as complaint and answer by preparing a complaint and answer in acceptable legal format.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the stages of a litigation proceeding by drafting, in proper format, various documents used to commence and proceed in a trial setting.

LAW 290 - Landlord-Tenant Relations

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the requirements of the selected research project and how the project enhances the student’s understanding the area of law researched.

LAW 295 - Paralegal Practicum

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the selected internship/practicum location by engaging in the workplace for a time frame of 100-125 hours during which time all rules, company policies, and company quality levels will be met or exceeded.  These levels will be ascertained by the instructor prior to the beginning of the internship/practicum and will continue throughout the internship/practicum.
2. Illustrate an understanding of time sensitive work product by being assigned a time sensitive project and responding within the time frame with legally acceptable work produce.

LAW 299 - Independent Study: Paralegal

• The learning outcomes for this course will vary, depending on the material being covered
• In each case the student will be able to demonstrate successful completion of the learning activities specified in the Independent Study Contract.

LIT 200 - Introduction to Literature (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 210 - Studies in United States Literature I (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 211 - Studies in United States Literature II (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 214 - Studies in British Literature I (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 215 - Studies in British Literature II (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 217 - World Literature I (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 218 - World Literature II (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 220 - The Short Story (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 233 - World Drama (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 235 - Shakespeare (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 240 - The Poetic Experience: Sight and Sound (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 250 - Women and Literature: Other Perspectives (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 253 - Psychological Investigation in Literature (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 260 - Detective Fiction (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 263 - Children’s Literature (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 267 - An Introduction to Science Fiction (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 270 - Twentieth-Century Working-Class Literature of North America (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 274 - Introduction to African American Literature (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.
4. Describe the historical and contemporary societal factors that shape the development of individual and group identity involving race, class, and gender.
5. Analyze the role that complex networks of social structures and systems play in the creation and perpetuation of the dynamics of power, privilege, oppression, and opportunity.
6. Apply the principles of rights, access, equity, and autonomous participation to past, current, or future social justice action.

LIT 275 - London and Literature (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 277 - Introduction to Irish Literature (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 285 - Autobiography (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 290 - Banned Books (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.

LIT 291 - Folklore and Fantasy (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate tot he discipline.

LIT 296 - Special Topics in Literature (WE)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.

LRS 106 - College Success

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an ability to navigate and use SUNYBROOME resources list.
2. Identify various theories of learning and demonstrate their application of it.
3. Be familiar with collegiate culture and comply with appropriate classroom protocol.
4. Acknowledge the importance of community building skills.
5. Identify and practice/apply/evaluate a variety of study strategies to enhance learning and success.
6. Create an academic plan that will include transfer and or career goals.
7. Demonstrate self-empowerment and overall self-efficacy.
8. Be aware of the Financial Aid/Academic Standards of Progress and the status of their continued eligibility.
9. Critically analyze, synthesize and evaluate the course content as it applies to their own individual life experiences. 

LRS 108 - Study Management & Memory and Exams

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Construct a schedule to include times for outside activities, work, class and study.
2. Use knowledge of their individual learning styles to develop strategies for succeeding in class.

LTR 092 - Academic Literacy

1. To provide students with reading and writing comprehension strategies using a wide variety of content rich material.
2. To broaden students’ understanding of the mutual/ beneficial relationships between reading comprehension and appropriate written response.
3. To engage students in the evaluation of multiple literacies, thereby enhancing critical thinking capabilities.
4. To heighten students’ metacognitive awareness, promote self-regulation and enhance comprehension strategies.

LTR 110 S - Critical Literacy

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Evaluate critical literacy and inferential thinking strategies in order to challenge the neutrality of multiple literacies.
2. Formulate written responses to readings using appropriate rhetorical modes.
3. Strategically incorporate multiple literacies into research to bridge comprehension gaps.
4. Practice and develop strategies for producing informed oral arguments.
5. Continue to develop and refine self-regulation and comprehension strategies according to purpose and course content.

MAT 070 - Applied Algebra and Trigonometry Supplement

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Solve basic equations involving algebraic, trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic functions.
2. Generate and interpret alternative representations of functions, such as graphs and tables.
3. Apply mathematical techniques to solve application problems.

MAT 089 - Mathematical Literacy Supplement

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Investigate and solve problems using percentages, percent change, proportions, measures of central tendency, and dimensional analysis.
2. Investigate and create linear models.
3. Draw conclusions from geometry and formulas.

MAT 091 - Mathematical Literacy I

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Use quantitative situations in real life.
2. Make sense of large numbers, scientific notation.
3. Estimate and calculate percentages.
4. Know order of Operations.
5. Perform multi-step calculations.
6. Convert between percents, ratios, and decimals in context.
7. Know probability (percent and proportion).
8. Use ratio and proportion to make sense of large numbers.
9. Know relative and absolute change.
10. Picture data with graphs.
11. Know measures of central tendency.
12. Know ratios and proportions.
13. Index numbers as a way to comparing the relative size of a variable over time.
14. Convert units.
15. Know meaning and use of variables.
16. Know Geometry and use formulas to make financial decisions.
17. Solve proportions.
18. Solve linear equations.

MAT 093 - Integrated Arithmetic and Basic Algebra

 

Credits: 4 or 2
Hours
4 or 2 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Compute numerical values for expressions involving integers, fractions, decimals, exponents, absolute values, and square roots without the use of a calculator.
2. Solve linear equations and their applications.
3. Interpret and graph lines.
4. Solve applications of geometry using formulas.

MAT 096 - Elementary Algebra and Trigonometry

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Perform operations with polynomial, rational and radical expressions.
2. Solve systems of linear equations and solve quadratic equations.
3. Use function notation, including in evaluating functions, and determine the domain and range of a function.
4. Use right triangle trigonometry to evaluate trigonometric functions and solve application problems.

MAT 115 - Mathematics for General Education

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Interpret and draw inferences from appropriate models such as formulas, graphs, tables, or schematics.
2. Represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically, or verbally as appropriate.
3. Employ quantitative methods such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or statistics to solve problems.

MAT 118 - The Mathematics of Sustainability

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Interpret and draw inferences from appropriate models such as formulas, graphs, tables, or schematics.
2. Represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically, or verbally as appropriate.
3. Employ quantitative methods such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or statistics to solve problems.

MAT 119 - Mathematics for Elementary Education I

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Add, subtract, multiply, divide rational numbers, and explain why the basic arithmetic operations of fractions work.
2. Evaluate arithmetic expressions according to the algebraic hierarchy.
3. Adding, subtracting and multiplying polynomials.
4. Solve equations of a single variable.
5. Define and graph a linear function of a single variable.
6. Identify, interpret, and discuss line charts, bar charts, line graphs, and pie charts.
7. Construct line charts, line graphs, and bar charts.
8. Relate a shape to its place in the geometric hierarchy.
9. Identify various quadrilaterals and triangles.
10. Use formulas to calculate the perimeter and area of various polygons.
11. Use formulas to calculate the circumference and area of a circle.
12. Use the Pythagorean Theorem.
13. Calculate the perimeter of simple and compound planar regions.
14. Use formulas to calculate the surface area and volume of a cone, a cylinder, a prism and a sphere.
15. Calculate the volume and surface area of simple and compound solids.
16. Solve application problems involving area, perimeter, surface area and volume.
17. Calculate the mean, weighted mean, median, and mode and recognize the appropriate use of same to help describe a data set.
18. Complete and present projects.
19. Participate in cooperative learning activities.

This course prepares students to meet the Mathematics General Education requirement. 
In context of the course objectives listed above, upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Interpret and draw inferences from appropriate models such as formulas, graphs, tables, or schematics.
2. Represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically or verbally as appropriate.
3. Employ quantitative methods such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or statistics to solve problems.

MAT 120 - Mathematics for Elementary Education II

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Calculate simple theoretical and experimental probabilities.
2. Calculate compound theoretical and experimental probabilities using trees and multiplication principle.
3. Determine odds.
4. Calculate expected value.
5. Write recursion formulas and explicit formulas for various sequences.
6. Recognize and write recursive and explicit formulas for arithmetic, geometric, Fibonacci and, optionally, polygonal umber sequences.
7. Tile a plane using various combinations of regular polygons.
8. Identify various types of plane tilings.
9. Identify symmetry in a pattern.
10. Build designs with pattern blocks.
11. Evaluate functions of one or several variables.
12. Review solving equations of a single variable.
13. Recognize and appropriately use degree and radian measure.
14. Solve applications using right triangle trigonometry.
15. Recognize the graphs of the sine, logarithmic, exponential, and quadratic curves.
16. Calculate angles using inverse trigonometric functions.
17. Algebraically solve equations in a single variable, including sine and exponential curves.
18. Recognize applications of sine, logarithmic, exponential, and quadratic curves.
19. Complete writing assignments.
20. Conduct research using professional journals and the Internet.
21. Complete and present projects.
22. Participate in cooperative learning activities.

This course prepares students to meet the Mathematics General Education requirement. 
In context of the course objectives listed above, upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Interpret and draw inferences from appropriate models such as formulas, graphs, tables and schematics.
2. Represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically, or verbally as appropriate.
3. Employ quantitative methods such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or statistics to solve problems.

MAT 124 - Statistics I

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Interpret and draw inferences from appropriate models such as formulas, graphs, tables, or schematics.
2. Represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically, or verbally as appropriate.
3. Employ quantitative methods such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or statistics to solve problems.

MAT 127 - Mathematical Literacy II

1. Scaling factors and area unit conversion.
2. Calculating interest rates and estimation.
3. Calculating with percentages.
4. Applied uses of percentages.
5. Understand absolute and relative change.
6. Reading visual display of data.
7. Understanding visual display of data.
8. Using spreadsheet to organize data.
9. Reading, interpreting and creating bar and pie charts (optional).
10. Understanding and calculating weighted averages.
11. Understanding linear models with words, tables, graphs, and equations.
12. Understanding piecewise linear models.
13. Approximating data with linear models, scatter plots and lines of best fit.
14. Understanding basics of exponential models.
15. Modeling situations with exponential equations.
16. Interpreting and applying different statistical methods and calculations (optional).

Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Interpret and draw inferences from appropriate models such as formulas, graphs, tables, or schematics.
2. Represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically, or verbally as appropriate.
3. Employ quantitative methods such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or statistics to solve problems.

MAT 130 - Applied Algebra and Trigonometry

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Interpret and draw inferences from appropriate models such as formulas, graphs, tables, or schematics.
2. Represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically, or verbally as appropriate.
3. Employ quantitative methods such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or statistics to solve problems.

MAT 133 - College Algebra for Business

This course may not be used as a substitute for MAT 136 or any major requiring MAT 136 as a prerequisite.  This course requires MAT 096 Elementary Algebra and Trigonometry, or equivalent background knowledge.

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Interpret and draw inferences from appropriate models such as formulas, graphs, tables, or schematics.
2. Represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically, or verbally as appropriate.
3. Employ quantitative methods such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or statistics to solve problems.

MAT 136 - College Algebra and Trigonometry I

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Interpret and draw inferences from appropriate models such as formulas, graphs, tables, or schematics.
2. Represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically, or verbally as appropriate.
3. Employ quantitative methods such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or statistics to solve problems.

MAT 146 - Applied Business Calculus

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Interpret and draw inferences from appropriate models such as formulas, graphs, tables, or schematics.
2. Represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically, or verbally as appropriate.
3. Employ quantitative methods such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or statistics to solve problems.

MAT 148 - Applied Technical Mathematics I

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Interpret and draw inferences from appropriate models such as formulas, graphs, tables, or schematics.
2. Represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically, or verbally as appropriate.
3. Employ quantitative methods such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or statistics to solve problems.

MAT 156 - Algebra and Trigonometry for Calculus

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Interpret and draw inferences from appropriate models such as formulas, graphs, tables, or schematics.
2. Represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically, or verbally as appropriate.
3. Employ quantitative methods such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or statistics to solve problems.

MAT 160 - Applied Calculus I

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Interpret and draw inferences from appropriate models such as formulas, graphs, tables, or schematics.
2. Represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically, or verbally as appropriate.
3. Employ quantitative methods such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or statistics to solve problems.

MAT 181 - Calculus I

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Interpret and draw inferences from appropriate models such as formulas, graphs, tables, or schematics.
2. Represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically, or verbally as appropriate.
3. Employ quantitative methods such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or statistics to solve problems.

MAT 182 - Calculus II

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Interpret and draw inferences from appropriate models such as formulas, graphs, tables, or schematics.
2. Represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically, or verbally as appropriate.
3. Employ quantitative methods such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or statistics to solve problems.

MAT 224 - Statistics II

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Calculate and use statistics from discrete probability distributions.
2. Use chi-squared and F distributions to conduct tests of hypotheses.
3. Create and perform analysis with linear and multiple regression models.
4. Conduct ANOVA tests.
5. Conduct non-parametric tests.

MAT 245 - Design of Experiments

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Create appropriate experimental designs to analyze situations.
2. Test hypotheses with contrasts.
3. Use response surface methods.

MAT 250 - Discrete Mathematics

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Interpret and write proofs of propositions from various fields of Mathematics using a range of proof styles and structures.
2. Use basic principles of various discrete mathematical structures that are built from set theory.
3. Apply basic theorems and principles of counting and probability to various problems.
4. Apply basic theorems and principles of graph theory to various problems.

MAT 260 - Applied Probability and Statistics

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Perform appropriate hypothesis tests and interpret the results.
2. Use density functions and probability distributions to analyze and describe random variables and distributions.
3. Use statistical software and/or simulations to organize, describe, and analyze distributions and data sets.
4. Construct and interpret appropriate confidence intervals.
5. Locate information effectively using tools appropriate to mathematics.
6. Evaluate information with an awareness of authority, validity, and bias.
7. Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical dimensions of information use, creation, and dissemination.

MAT 264 - Linear Algebra

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate understanding of linear systems, matrices, vectors, and vector spaces.
2. Apply matrix algebra to linear transformations.
3. Use the techniques of Linear Algebra in a variety of real-life applications.
4. Use technology to solve Linear Algebra problems.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of and construct proofs in the context of Linear Algebra.

MAT 266 - Introduction to Real Analysis

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Interpret and prove various theorems from set theory within the axiomatic structure of number sets.
2. Identify various traits of sets of real numbers and real-valued functions.
3. Prove various results about sets of real numbers and real-valued functions.
4. Define multiple types of convergence for sequences of numbers or functions and write proofs of convergence using various convergence theorems.
5. Generalize the basic theory of the course to the idea of more general metric spaces.

MAT 281 - Calculus III

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Graph, differentiate, and integrate functions of multiple variables.
2. Use methods of Calculus to graph and investigate the graph of functions of multiple variables.
3. Apply the techniques of Calculus to vector and vector functions.
4. Use integration over various coordinate systems.

MAT 282 - Differential Equations w/Linear Algebra

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Interpret and/or create mathematical models via differential equations for various physical situations.
2. Solve homogeneous and nonhomogeneous differential equations of first, second or higher order using various methods.
3. Use basic linear algebra techniques as tools to aid in solving differential equations.

MAT 299 - Independent Study

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate the ability to work independently to achieve a goal.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in the specific area of study.

MEC 110 - Introduction to Mechatronics

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify the basic components of mechatronic systems and describe how these components interact.
2. Utilize high-level graphical programming tools.
3. Identify career opportunities in the field of mechatronics.
4. Perform basic electro-mechanical calculations related to energy, power, and efficiency.
5. Demonstrate the use of Boolean algebra, logic simplification, and circuit troubleshooting.
6. Demonstrate the use of analog and digital mechatronic system controls.
7. Demonstrate the ability to interface electromechanical systems with microprocessors and microcontrollers.

MEC 260 - Mechatronics Pneumatic & Hydraulic Technology

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify basic fluid mechanics principles and how they apply to fluid power equipment.
2. Identify and apply fluid power symbols to design a fluid power system.
3. Design and build a basic hydraulic and pneumatic system.
4. Design and build controls and feedback for a fluid power system.
5. Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and fluid power systems.

MEC 270 - Clean Energy Technology

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Describe how solar, wind, and energy storage systems are integrated into the electric power grid.
2. Acquire data from various mechatronic systems to improve efficiencies.
3. Interpret electrically schematic diagrams, control flowcharts, and user manuals.
4. Apply knowledge of Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems for use in Building Management Systems (BMS).
5. Troubleshoot problems with AC and DC motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs).

MET 112 - Metrology

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Understand the principles of dimensional measurement.
2. Know the methods and skills necessary to perform practical measurements in industry.

MET 113 - Engineering Drawing I w/CAD

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Know the importance of engineering drawing and the requirements of this graphic language.
2. Demonstrate the ability to construct an acceptable freehand sketch.
3. Be competent in the use of manual drafting tools and techniques.
4. Develop technically correct orthographic projections using proper projection techniques and the latest ASME Y14.5M standards.
5. Demonstrate the ability to dimension a moderately complex part using proper dimensioning techniques.
6. Generate different types of sectional views and choose which type of section is most appropriate for a given part.
7. Understand the reasons and concepts of auxiliary views.
8. Demonstrate the ability to create part drawings using AutoCAD in a timely fashion.

MET 116 - Engineering Drawing II w/CAD

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Understand solid work’s basic parametric modeling process by demonstrating the ability to create quality solid models.
2. Apply technical sketching skills of part and assembly concepts.
3. Generate detailed orthographic and axonometric drawings in a standard industrial format using the latest ASME standards.
4. Understand and apply the principles of descriptive geometry.
5. Develop a complete set of working drawings including identification numbers, bill of materials and engineering change documentation.
6. Have a thorough understanding of fits and tolerances.
7. Define typical thread notes and fastening techniques.
8. Apply geometric dimensioning and tolerance symbols and interpret their meaning on an engineering drawing.

MET 121 - Manufacturing Processes I

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Calculate speed, feed, and depth of cut for material removal operations using the “Machinery’s Handbook.”
2. Apply standard safety procedures for a manufacturing environment.
3. Identify and perform the basic material removal processes:  facing, turning, drilling, boring, honing and milling.
4. Improve your skills for working effectively in a team environment.
5. Communicate the steps required to manufacture a product using industry standard terms.
6. Accurately use basic measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, gage blocks, and attribute gages to achieve the desired sizes of parts and/or part features.
7. Understand the fundamental methods of fusion and solid state welding.
8. Have a better understanding of how raw materials are turned into useful products.

MET 122 - Manufacturing Processes II

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Improve their skills for working effectively in a team environment.
2. Be familiar with the control unit on a typical CNC machine tool to store, load and edit programs.
3. Demonstrate proficiency in CNC programming basic parts and be able to de-bug the CNC program if there is a problem.
4. Understand when and how to use looping (subprograms) in CNC programming.
5. Be knowledgeable with gear terminology, types of gears and understand how to calculate simple speed ratios.
6. Understand the fundamental types of heat treatment processes used on steel.
7. Understand the difference between expendable-mold casting processes and multiple-use mold casting processes.
8. Understand what indexing is and where it is used in the manufacture of parts.
9. Understand the difference between Hot and Cold working processes.

MET 134 - Statics

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Understand the nature of rigid bodies, and the fact that they represent an idealization of real bodies.
2. Understand the nature of forces and moments, and will be capable of recognizing forces and moments acting on bodies.
3. Apply the principles of static equilibrium to the analysis of structures and machines.
4. Experimentally verify the laws of friction, and be capable of applying them to a variety of cases.
5. Locate centroids and centers of gravity, and compute moments of inertia.

MET 164 - Quality Systems

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Understand the concept of quality in products and services, and customer satisfaction.
2. Understand total quality management and its principles and practices in continuous process improvement.
3. Use the mathematics of collection, organization and interpretation of data to produce graphical displays.
4. Apply the basic concepts of statistics to manufacturing processes in order to conduct, analyze and interpret quantitative data.
5. Produce control charts as a method of analysis and presentation of a particular variation in a process.
6. Use Minitab statistical software package for its wide range of data analysis and graphics capabilities.

MET 211 - Mechanical CAD

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Apply technical sketching skills of parts and assembly concepts.
2. Understand Mechanical CAD as a 3D feature based associative, parametric solid modeling system for part and assembly design.
3. Have a thorough understanding of and apply the constructive solid geometry concepts and Boolean operations used in 3D modeling.
4. Demonstrate the ability to utilize CAD to create quality solid models in a timely fashion.
5. Perform basic design changes and modifications.
6. Generate detailed working drawings in a standard industrial format using the latest ASME standards.
7. Demonstrate the ability to create a model using the college’s 3D modeler and its software package.

MET 220 - Programming CNC Machine Tools

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Set up a CNC machine (load and touch off tools, load programs).
2. Be familiar with the controls of a typical CNC machine.
3. Program basic linear and circular part geometry.
4. Know when and how to use subprograms, cutter compensation and canned cycles.
5. Make necessary corrections to programs and machine set-up to run quality parts.

MET 223 - Computer Integrated Machining

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Create basic 2D and 3D geometry using MaterCAM X.
2. Assign toolpaths to cut parts using MasterCAM X.
3. Create programs using the MasterCAM X-Fanuc post.
4. Transfer programs to a CNC machine.
5. Operate a CNC machine.

MET 234 - Dynamics

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Use mathematical and graphical techniques to analyze the motion of bodies and simple mechanisms.
2. Apply the principles of equilibrium to the analysis of the forces acting on accelerating bodies.
3. Determine the magnitudes of work, Kinetic energy, and potential energy interchanges.
4. Possess an elementary understanding of impulse and momentum, and be capable to analyzing their interchanges.

MET 235 - Strength of Materials

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Calculate direct normal, shear, and bearing stresses.
2. Understand stress vs. strain graph and be able to determine yield strength, ultimate strength, and modulus of elasticity.
3. Understand design factor and be able to design a member under direct stress.
4. Design circular members under torsion and apply stress concentration factors.
5. Develop shear force and bending moment diagrams for simple and cantilever beams.
6. Apply bending stress and shear stress equations relative to beam design.
7. Operate industry standard mechanical testing machines.
8. Produce clear, concise, and accurate lab reports.

MET 238 - Mechanical Design

Corequisites:  MET 280 L Capstone Project

Credits: 3
Hours
2 Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Understand the nature of combined stress, and be capable of recognizing combined stress in elements of structures and machines.
2. Design a range of machine elements (shafts, gears, bearings, etc.) based upon strength and functional requirements.
3. Consider machining, assembly, and other manufacturing requirements in the design process.
4. Have experience in the design of mechanical assemblies.
5. Integrate fluid mechanical, and thermodynamic principles into the analysis and design of machines.

MET 243 - Fluid Mechanics

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  MET 134 Statics

Credits: 3
Hours
2 Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Apply the principles of equilibrium to fluid systems.
2. Design series piping systems for conditions of steady flow.
3. Select an appropriate pump for fluid-handling systems.
4. Have had experience testing pumps, fans, and piping systems as part of a team.
5. Prepare laboratory reports to the level of standard professional conventions.

MET 244 - Thermodynamics

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Understand the behavior of single and two-phase substances, and be capable of determining their response to thermal and mechanical energy transfers.
2. Give an elementary explanation of the First and Second Laws of Thermodynamics, and will understand the implications of these laws for technology, society, and the environment.
3. Apply the Laws of Thermodynamics to the analysis and design of heat engines and thermal devices.
4. Have had experience testing heat engines and thermal devices as part of a team.
5. Prepare laboratory reports to the level of standard professional conventions.

MET 254 - Materials Science for Technologists (WE)

To provide an understanding of “the generic phenomena and behavioral characteristics of materials” by studying the relationship between the internal structure, and the properties and performance of engineering materials.

Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Understand the composition-structure-processing-properties relationship of metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites.
2. Know the structural make-up of individual atoms and be able to predict the predominant bond type.
3. Define the atomic arrangement of crystalline material and understand the importance of crystal imperfections.
4. Have the ability to interpret isomorphous, eutectic, and eutectoid phase diagrams.
5. Understand the statistical nature of brittle failure in ceramics.
6. Describe the structural response of polymers and FRP’s to applied stresses.
7. Have produced clear, concise, and accurate lab reports.
8. Have completed a research paper on a materials topic and have delivered an oral report.

MET 280L - Capstone Project

Corequisites:  MET 238 Mechanical Design

Credits: 1
Hours
3 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Work effectively in a design team.
2. Perform an analysis of a problem.
3. Determine the product/system operating parameters.
4. Produce a conceptual design for the product/system.
5. Complete a detailed design of the product/system including required engineering calculations and industry standard documentation.
6. Build a prototype of a component/system.
7. Complete acceptance testing of the component/system.

MET 298 - Cooperative Work Experience

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  Placement by Department Chairperson

Credits: 1
Hours
10-20 hours per week
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Have an understanding of their field of engineering technology.
2. Have experience directly related to their field of study.
3. Have on-the-job experience and have earned some money.