2018-2019 General Catalog 
    
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2018-2019 General Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses

The State of Texas has developed a common course numbering system for all college courses. These numbers are used in identifying courses that transfer freely among public community colleges and universities.

Courses are designated by an abbreviated name and number along with a descriptive title. The name used designates the instructional area in which the course is offered. The course number is a four-digit number in which the first digit designates the academic level of the course. A first digit of 1 designates an introductory-level credit course, and a first digit of 2 designates an intermediate or advanced-level credit course. A first digit of 0 designates a developmental (compensatory) course which cannot be applied toward either the required or elective hours for an associate degree or certificate.

All courses taught at South Plains College are listed in this section. In the course description, certain information is placed in parenthesis following the course title. The first figure in the parentheses indicates the semester hours of credit for the course; the second figure indicated the number of lecture hours per week attended by a student enrolled in the course; and the third figure indicates the number of hours per week during which the student is in laboratory, practice session or other instructional activity related to the course. For example, (4:3:3) following the listing for Biology 1411 General Botany means that the course carries 4 semester hours of credit, that 3 hours per week are spent in lecture, and 3 hours per week are spent in laboratory.

Some courses will also have a designation indicating the semester in which the course is offered. “F” indicates Fall, “S” indicates Spring, “S1” indicates First Summer Session, “S2” indicates Second Summer Session, and “Su” indicates either Summer Session.
 
  

  • HMSY 1371 - Transportation and Border Security

    (3:3:0) This course provides an overview of modern border and transportation security challenges, as well as different methods employed to address these challenges.  The course covers a time period from post 9-11 to the present and explores topics associated with border security and security for transportation infrastructure, to include:  seaports, ships, aircraft, airports, trains, train stations, trucks, highways, bridges, rail lines, pipelines, and buses.  Course also includes an exploration of technological solutions employed to enhance security of borders and transportation systems.  Students will be required to discuss the legal, economic, political and cultural concerns and impacts associated with transportation and border security.  The course provides students with a knowledge level understanding of the variety of challenges inherent in transportation and border security. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • HPRS 1101 - Introduction to Health Professions

    (1:1:0) This course will present an overview of the roles of the various members of the health care system. Discussion will include educational and licensure requirements and issues which affect the practice of health care professionals today. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • HPRS 1106 - Essentials of Medical Terminology

    (1:1:0) This interdisciplinary allied health course is a study of word origin and structure through the introduction of prefixes, suffixes, root words, plurals, abbreviations and symbols, surgical procedures, medical specialties, and diagnostic procedures. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • HPRS 1205 - Essentials of Medical Law/Ethics for Health Professionals

    (2:2:0) This course is an introduction to the relationship between legal aspects and ethics in health care, with emphasis on responsibilities of health care professionals. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • HPRS 2200 - Pharmacology for Health Professions

    (2:2:0) A study of drug classifications, actions, therapeutic uses, adverse effects, routes of administration, and calculation of dosages. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • HRPO 1311 - Human Relations

    (3:3:0) This course is a study of practical application of the principles and concepts of the behavioral sciences to interpersonal relationships in the business and industrial environment. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • HRPO 2301 - Human Resources Management

    (3:3:0) This course is designed to study the behavioral and legal approaches to the management of human resources in organizations. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • HRPO 2304 - Employee Relations

    (3:3:0) An examination of policies, practices, and issues required to build strong employee relations. Topics include communications, employee conduct rules, performance appraisal methods, Title VII, Family Medical Leave Act, Fair Labor Standards Act, and Americans with Disabilities Act updates. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • HUDV 1200 - Career and Self Evaluation

    (2:2:0) This course is designed to teach students the ongoing process of decision making as it relates to career, life and educational planning. Students identify the unique aspects of interests, skills, needs, and values. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Note: They investigate possible work environments and develop a plan for personal satisfaction. Job search and survival skills are also considered.
  

  • HUMA 1301 - Introduction to the Humanities

    (3:3:0) This is an interdisciplinary, multi-perspective assessment of cultural, political, philosophical, and aesthetic factors critical to the formulation of values and the historical development of the individual and of society. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Note: This course satisfies a 040 Language, Philosophy and Culture Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • HUMA 1305 - Introduction to Mexican-American Studies

    (3:3:0) This is an introduction to the field of Mexican-American studies from its inception to the present.  Interdisciplinary survey designed to introduce students to the salient cultural, economic, educational, historical, political, and social aspects of the Mexican-American experience.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Note: This course satisfies a 040 Language, Philosophy and Culture Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • HUMA 1315 - FINE ARTS APPRECIATION

    (3:3:0)  This course is an exploration of the purposes and processes in the visual and performing arts (such as music, painting, architecture, drama, and dance) and the ways in which they express the values of cultures and human experience. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • HUMA 2319 - American Minority Studies

    (3:3:0) This interdisciplinary survey examines the diverse cultural, artistic, economic, historical, political, and social aspects of American minority communities. Topics may include race/ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic class, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, and religion. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Note: This course satisfies a 040 Language, Philosophy and Culture Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • HUMA 2323 - World Cultures

    (3:3:0) This course is a general study of diverse world cultures. Topics include cultural practices, social structures, religions, arts, and languages.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Note: This course satisfies a 040 Language, Philosophy and Culture Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • HYDR 1305 - Basic Hydraulics

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 When Offered: (3:2:4) Fundamentals of hydraulics including safety, types of hydraulic pumps, cylinders, valves, motors, and related systems. Introduction to hydraulic schematic symbols as related to components
  

  • IFWA 1319 - Meat Identifying and Processing

    (3:2:4)  A study of the identification and characteristics of wholesale and retail cuts of meat; hotel, restaurant, and institutional cuts of meat; U.S.D.A. quality grades; quality control; and the Federal Meat Inspection Regulation Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • IMED 1316 - Web Design I

    ( 3:2:3) This course presents instruction in Internet web page design and related graphic design issues including mark-up languages, web sites, browsers, internet access software and interactive topics. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3
  

  • IMED 2315 - Web Page Design II

    (3:2:3) This is a study of hypertext mark-up languages (HTML) advanced layout techniques for creating web pages.  Emphasis on identifying the target audience and producing web sites according to accessibility standards, cultural appearance, and legal issues.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Pre-requisite: ARTC 1302; IMED 1316.
  

  • INEW 2334 - Advanced Web Programming

    (3:3:1) Web programming using industry-standard languages and data stores. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • INMT 1311 - Computer Integrated Manufacturing

    (3:2:4) This course is a study of the principles and application of computer integrated manufacturing including integration of material handling, manufacturing, and computer hardware and programming. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • INMT 1343 - Cad-Cam

    (3:2:4) This course is a study of computer-assisted applications in integrating engineering graphics and manufacturing. Emphasis on the conversion of a working drawing using cmputer aided design/computer aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM) software and related input and output devices translating into machine codes. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: INMT 1311 or consent of instructor. 
  

  • INMT 1345 - Computer Numerical Controls

    (3:2:4) This course is a study of numerical controlled machine operations in a CAM/CIM environment.  Emphasis on standard and computer numerical controlled (CNC) procedures for planning, preparing, and operating a computer-assisted machine.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: INMT 1343 or consent of instructor.
  

  • INMT 1370 - MSSC Production Technician Certification

    (3:2:4) This course represents study of fundamentals in manufacturing environment including safety protocols, quality practices, and continuous improvement. Course provides instructional information regarding student preparation to attain Manufacturing Skill Standards Council certification exams in Safety, and Quality/Continuous Improvement. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • INMT 2370 - MSSC Production Technician Advanced Certification

    (3:2:4) The course provides instructional information regarding student preparation to attain Manufacturing Skill Standards Council certification exams in Manufacturing Process/Production and Maintenance Awareness. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: INMT 1370. Note: This course represents the study of fundamentals of manufacturing environment including processes, production, and maintenance awareness.
  

  • INRW 0300 - Integrated Reading and Writing

    (3:3:0)  Integration of critical reading and academic writing skills. This is the upper-level course.  Successful completion of this course fulfills TSI requirements for reading and/or writing.   Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • INRW 0420 - Integrated Reading and Writing

    (4:3:2) Integration of critical reading and academic writing skills. Successful completion of this course if taught at the upper (exit) level fulfills TSI requirements for reading and/or writing. Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2
  

  • ISE 2302 - Intermediate Web Programming

    (3:3:1) This course provides a study of server-side and client-side techniques for web development. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • ITCC 1314 - CCNA 1: INTRODUCTION TO NETWORKS

    (3:2:4) This course covers networking architecture, structure, and functions; introduces the principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ehernet concepts, media, and operations to provide a foundation for the curriculum. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • ITCC 1340 - CCNA 2: ROUTING AND SWITCHING ESSENTIALS

    (3:2:4) This course describes the architecture, components, and basic operation of routers and explains the basic principles of routing and routing protocols. It also provides an in-depth understanding of how switches operate and are implemented in the LAN environment for small and large networks. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • ITCC 2312 - CCNA 3: Scaling Networks

    (3:2:4)  CCNA R&S: Scaling Networks (Scan) covers the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in larger and more complex networks. Students learn how to configure routers and switches using advanced protocols. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • ITCC 2313 - CCNA 4: Connecting Networks

    (3:2:4)  This course is the study of WAN technologies and network services required by converged applications in a complex network; enables students to understand the selection criteria of network devices and WAN technologies to meet network requirements. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • ITNW 1308 - Implementing and Supporting Client Operating Systems

    (3:3:1) This course engages the fundamentals of managing and configuring network clients.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 Pre-requisite: ITSC 1325
  

  • ITNW 1313 - Computer Virtualization

    (3:3:1) Implement and support virtualization of clients of servers in a networked computing environment. This course explores installation, configuration, and management of computer virtualization workstation and servers. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 Pre-requisite: ITSC 1325 and ITNW 1325.
  

  • ITNW 1325 - Fundamentals of Networking Technologies

    (3:2:4) Instruction in networking technologies and their implementation. Topics include the OSI reference model, network protocols, transmission media, and networking hardware and software. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • ITNW 1353 - Supporting Network Server Infrastructure

    (3:2:4) Installing, configuring, managing, and supporting a network infrastructure Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • ITNW 1354 - Implementing and Supporting Servers

    (3:2:4) Implement, administer, and troubleshoot information systems that incorporate servers in a networked computing environment. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: ITSC 1325 and ITNW 1325.
  

  • ITNW 2312 - Routers

    (3:2:4) This course develops router configuration for local area networks and wide area networks. Additional Topics include Internet Protocol (IP) addressing techniques and intermediate routing protocols.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: ITSC 1325 AND ITNW 1325
  

  • ITNW 2350 - Enterprise Network

    (3:2:4) This course is a case study in Convergence Technologies, requiring a network engineer to study a problem and design a network solution for an enterprise network. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: ITNW 1353 and ITNW 1354.
  

  • ITNW 2353 - Advanced Routing and Switching

    (3:2:4) This course will develop advanced concepts for the implementation, operation, and troubleshooting of switched and routed environments.  It will emphasize advanced routing protocols, Multi Protocol Label Switching (MPLS), and advanced security.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: ITNW 1325 and ITNW 2312.
  

  • ITSC 1309 - Integrated Software Applications I

    (3:2:4)  This course is an introduction to business productivity software suites using word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and/or presentation software.
  

  • ITSC 1325 - Personal Computer Hardware

    (3:2:4) Current personal computer hardware including assembly, upgrading, setup, configuration, and troubleshooting. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • ITSC 2164 - Practicum-Computer and Information Sciences, General

    (1:0:9) This course provides practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college and student. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 9 Pre-requisite: Consent of instructor.
  

  • ITSE 1302 - Computer Programming

    (3:3:1) Introduction to computer programming including design, development, testing, implementation, and documentation. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • ITSE 1311 - Beginning Web Programming

    (3:3:1) Skills development in web programming including mark-up and scripting languages. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • ITSE 1329 - Programming Logic and Design

    (3:3:1) Problem-solving applying structured techniques and representation of algorithms using design tools. Includes testing, evaluation, and documentation. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • ITSE 2302 - Intermediate Web Programming

    (3:3:1) This course provides a study of server-side and client-side techniques for web development.
      Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • ITSE 2309 - Database Programming

    (3:3:1) Database development using database programming techniques emphasizing database structures, modeling, and database access. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • ITSE 2321 - Object-Oriented Programming

    (3:2:4) Introduction to object-oriented programming. Emphasis on the fundamentals of design with classes, including development, testing, implementation, and documentation. Includes object-oriented programming techniques, classes, and objects. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • ITSE 2371 - CIS Capstone

    (3:3:0) This course will address new and current technology that is relevant to the professional development of the student. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: Consent of instructor.
  

  • ITSW 2334 - Advanced Spreadsheets

    (3:3:1) Advanced techniques for developing and modifying spreadsheets. Includes macros and data analysis functions. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • ITSW 2337 - Advanced Database

    (3:3:1) Advanced concepts of database design and functionality. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • ITSY 1342 - Information Technology Security

    (3:3:1) Instruction in security for network hardware, software, and data, including physical security; backup procedures; relevant tools; encryption; and protection from viruses.      Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 Pre-requisite: ITSC 1325 and ITNW 1325.
  

  • ITSY 2300 - Operating System Security

    (3:2:4) Safeguard computer operating systems by demonstrating server support skills and designing and implementing a security system. Identify security threats and monitor network security implementations. Use best practices to configure operating systems to industry security standards. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • ITSY 2330 - Intrusion Detection

    (3:2:4)  Computer information systems security monitoring, intrusion detection, and crisis management. Includes alarm management, signature configuration, sensor configuration, and troubleshooting components. Emphasizes identifying, resolving, and documenting network crises and activating the response team. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • ITSY 2341 - Security Management Practices

    (3:3:1) In-depth coverage of security management practices, including asset evaluation and risk management; cyber law and ethics issues; policies and procedures; business recovery and business continuity planning; network security design; and developing and maintaining a security plan. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • ITSY 2343 - Computer System Forensics

    (3:2:4) In-depth study of system forensics including methodologies used for analysis of computer security breaches. Gather and evaluate evidence to perform postmortem analysis of a security breach. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • ITSY 2345 - Network Defense and Countermeasures

    (3:2:4) This is a practical application and comprehensive course that includes the planning, design, and construction of a complex network that will sustain an attack, document events, and mitigate the effects of the attack. This is a capstone course. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • ITSY 2359 - Security Assessment and Auditing

    (3:2:4) This course provides a comprehensive experience for the security curriculum. Synthesizes technical material covered in prior courses to monitor, audit, analyze, and revise computer and network security systems that ensure appropriate levels of protection are in place to assure regulatory compliance. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • LATI 1412 - Beginning Latin II

    (4:3:3) The course teaches grammar and vocabulary.  Its emphasis is on value of Latin as a background for the study of English and modern foreign languages.  Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Pre-requisite: two years of high school Latin or Beginning Latin I.
  

  • LATI 2311 - Intermediate Latin I

    (3:3:2) The course teaches grammar and vocabulary.  Its emphasis is on the value of Latin as a background for the study of English and modern foreign languages.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2 Pre-requisite: Beginning Latin II.
  

  • LATI 2312 - Intermediate Latin II

    (3:3:2) The course teaches grammar and vocabulary. Its emphasis is on the value of Latin as a background for the study of English and modern foreign languages. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2 Pre-requisite: Intermediate Latin I.
  

  • LGLA 1303 - Legal Research

    (3:3:0) This course presents standard and/or computer assisted legal research techniques in a law library emphasizing the paralegal’s role.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: LGLA 1313 and 1342.
  

  • LGLA 1305 - Legal Writing

    (3:3:0) The course presents the fundamentals of legal writing techniques including case and fact analysis, citation formats, and legal writing styles emphasizing the paralegal’s role in legal writing. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: LGLA 1313 and 1342.
  

  • LGLA 1309 - Critical Thinking in the Legal Profession

    (3:3:0) This course addresses critical thinking, logic, and planning in legal decision making. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: LGLA 1313 and 2341. 
  

  • LGLA 1313 - Introduction to Paralegal Studies

    (3:3:0) This course presents an overview of the paralegal profession including professional regulation, trends and issues, ethical obligations, and the paralegal’s role in the delivery of legal services. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • LGLA 1341 - Administrative Law

    (3:3:0) An introduction to fundamental concepts of administrative law and procedure including creation of governmental agencies, operation, rulemaking, and adjudication and emphasizes the paralegal’s role in the administrative process.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: LGLA 1303 and 1344.
  

  • LGLA 1342 - Federal Civil Litigation

    (3:3:0) This course presents fundamental concepts and procedures of federal civil litigation including pretrial, trial, and post-trial phases of litigation emphasizing the paralegal’s role in the federal civil litigation process. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • LGLA 1343 - Bankruptcy

    (3:3:0) This course presents fundamental concepts of bankruptcy law and procedure, including individual and business liquidation and reorganization, with emphasis on the paralegal’s role.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: LGLA 1303 and 1344.
  

  • LGLA 1344 - Texas Civil Litigation

    (3:3:0) This course presents fundamental concepts and procedures of Texas civil litigation including pretrial, trial, and post-trial phases of litigation emphasizing the paralegal’s role in the Texas civil litigation emphasizing the paralegal’s role in the Texas civil litigation process.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: A grade of “C” or better in both LGLA 1313 and LGLA 1342.
  

  • LGLA 1349 - Constitutional Law

    (3:3:0) This course presents an overview of the United States Constitution and its articles, amendments, and judicial interpretations. Topics include separation of powers, checks and balances, governmental structures and processes, and individual rights in relation to government. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: LGLA 1303 and 1344.
  

  • LGLA 1351 - Contracts

    (3:3:0) This course presents fundamental concepts of contract law including formation, performance, and enforcement of contracts under the common law and the Uniform Commercial Code with emphasis on the paralegal’s role in contract law.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: LGLA 1303 and 1344.
  

  • LGLA 1353 - Wills, Trusts, and Probate Administration

    (3:3:0) This course presents fundamental concepts of the law of wills, trusts, and probate administration emphasizing the paralegal’s role.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: LGLA 1303 and 1344.
  

  • LGLA 1355 - Family Law

    (3:3:0) This course presents fundamental concepts of family law including formal and informal marriages, divorce, annulment, marital property, and the parent-child relationship with emphasis on the paralegal’s role in family law.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: LGLA 1303 and 1344.
  

  • LGLA 2303 - Torts and Personal Injury Law

    (3:3:0) This course presents fundamental concepts of tort and personal injury law including intentional torts, negligence, and strict liability are presented with emphasis on the paralegal’s role in tort and personal injury law.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: LGLA 1303 AND 1344
  

  • LGLA 2307 - Law Office Management

    (3:2:3) This course presents fundamental principles and structure of management, administration, and substantive systems in the law office including law practice technology as applied to paralegals.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3
  

  • LGLA 2309 - Real Property

    (3:3:0) This course presents fundamental concepts of real property law including the nature of real property, rights and duties of ownership, land use, voluntary and involuntary conveyances, and the recording of and searching for real estate documents emphasizing the paralegal’s role in real property law.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: LGLA 1303, 1344 and 1351.
  

  • LGLA 2311 - Business Organizations

    (3:3:0) This course presents basic concepts of business organizations including law of agency, sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and other emerging business entities with emphasis on the paralegal’s role.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: LGLA 1303, 1344 and 1351.
  

  • LGLA 2313 - Criminal Law and Procedure

    (3:3:0) This course presents fundamental concepts of criminal law and procedure from arrest to final dispostion including principles of federal and state law emphasizing the role of the paralegal in the criminal justice system.    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: LGLA 1303 and 1344.
  

  • LGLA 2337 - Mediation

    (3:3:0) Fundamental concepts of mediation and alternative dispute resolution emphasizing the paralegal’s role assisting in the mediation process.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • LGLA 2341 - Evidence

    (3:3:0) This course presents evidentiary concepts including gathering eveidence, identifying evidentiary arguments, preparing evidence for trial, emphasizing the paralegal’s role.    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • LGLA 2366 - Practicum-Paralegal/Legal Assistant

    (3:0:21) This course is practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 21 Pre-requisite: LGLA 1305, second semester sophomore standing, and a grade of “C” or better in LGLA 1303, 1305, 1313, 1342, 1344, and COSC 1401.
  

  • LNWC 1270 - Basic Electricity and Metering

    (2:2:0) This course teaches fundamentals and theory for basic electricity and metering and provides an understanding of practical safe usage of electricity and how it is measured by electric utility companies for billing the consumer. The course also covers practical safeguarding of persons during installation, operation, or maintenance of electric supply lines and associated equipment. Course content contains rules pertaining to basic provisions that are considered necessary for public and employee safety under specified conditions. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • LNWC 2271 - Regulators, Reclosers, and Capacitors

    (2:2:0) This course is designed for utility line technician, and Foreman or Supervisor level personnel. The student will learn the principles of basic regulators, reclosers, and capacitors including the internal construction of each device. Students will learn along with the basic principles, electronic controls such as 4c, 5 and 6’s. In addition, students will learn troubleshooting techniques, and how to restore service to such devices in a safe and correct manner. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: LNWK 1278 or consent of instructor.
  

  • LNWK 1143 - Transmission

    (1:1:1) A study of engineering, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of transmission stations. Topics include material distribution, structure framing and setting, stringing, sagging, clipping-in, and clean-up. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • LNWK 1211 - Climbing Skills

    (2:2:0) Theory and application of pole climbing. Includes safety, climbing techniques, tool inspection, pole inspection, personal protective equipment, and fall protection. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • LNWK 1231 - Transformer Connections

    (2:2:0) An introduction to basic transformer connections and theory (including basic alternating current (AC) theory) and their direct application to single phase and three phase transformers. Students will study and practice basic transformer connections and fundamentals.
  

  • LNWK 1241 - Distribution Operations

    (2:2:0) A study of the theoretical and practical operation of electric utility distribution systems. Topics include customer service voltages, capacitors, and coordination of protection equipment. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • LNWK 1273 - Overhead Line Construction I

    (2:2:0) This course provides an introduction to performing basic distribution line work from an aerial device, basic utility pole setting, removing, and framing for electrical line technicians. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • LNWK 1274 - Overhead Line Construction II

    (2:2:0) This course is designed to instruct students in performing distribution overhead construction line work from an aerial device using proper personal and protective cover-up equipment. Students will practice basic energized line fundamentals when working aloft from an aerial device. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • LNWK 1275 - Underground Troubleshooting

    (2:2:0) This course is designed for basic underground electrical utility system fault locators and troubleshooters on Underground Distribution systems. Students will study and practice basic Underground Distribution troubleshooting and fault locating using recommended manufacturer’s procedures, and will follow all safe work procedures within the OSHA Standard and American Public Power Association Safety Manual. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • LNWK 1276 - Underground Equipment Installation

    (2:2:0) This course is designed for basic underground electrical utility system installations for personnel whose job requirements are mainly the installation of such systems. Students will study and practice Underground Distribution fundamentals and installations of both primary and secondary electrical systems. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • LNWK 1277 - Digger/Derrick Operator Training

    (2:2:0) This course is designed to instruct students in the correct methods of operation related to digger/derrick equipment used in the electrical utility industry. Topics include pre-job safety briefings, troubleshooting, inspection, maintenance, and safe operating procedures. All competencies will be completed in accordance to OSHA and ANSI standards. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • LNWK 1278 - Troubleshooting Customer Line Service Complaints

    (2:2:0) This course is designed for basic underground electrical utility system installations for personnel whose job requirements are mainly the installation of such systems. Students will study and practice basic Underground Distribution fundamentals and installations of both primary and secondary electrical systems. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • LNWK 1301 - Orientation and Line Skill Fundamentals

    (3:3:0) Examination of utility company operations. Topics include company structure, safety and distribution standards handbook, lineman’s tools, vocabulary, and work procedures. Discussion of basic electrical systems including the history of power generation and distribution with emphasis on generating plants and substations. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • LNWK 2271 - Overhead Line Construction III

    (2:2:0) This course is designed for experienced line technicians in the identification, and work performance, dealing with multiple hazards associated with the unintentional line faults and accidents to employees and the general public. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • LNWK 2272 - Overhead Line Construction IV

    (2:2:0) This course is designed for experienced lead linemen, crew foremen, or supervisors in the electrical utility industry. This course has an emphasis on proper accident investigations, hazard identification, proper safe work procedures, and key supervisor elements. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • LNWK 2322 - Distribution line Construction

    (3:3:1) Study of electric distribution line construction. Includes reading staking sheets and framing specifications, sailboard discussions, pole framing and setting, installing conductors, transformers and other line equipment, and OSHA and NESC regulations. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • LNWK 2324 - Troubleshooting Distribution Systems

    (3:3:0) Study of power outages and voltage complaints on distribution systems. Includes lockout-tagout procedures, safety grounds, back feed, induced voltage, causes of outages, and analyzing voltage complaints. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • MATH 0000 - Developmental Mathematics Laboratory

    (0:0:3) A lab course for students who must be in developmental mathematics in order to remain in compliance with TSI requirements. Semester Hours: 0 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3 Pre-requisite: Special approval by the Registrar. Note: This course does not satisfy graduation requirements and carries no credit.
  

  • MATH 0120 - Mathematics for Vocational Nursing

    (1:0:3) This 10-week/30 clock hour introductory course is designed to identify deficiencies and provide a review of fundamental operations in mathematics, based on the individual student’s identified need for compensatory work in basic arithmetic. Programmed, self-paced instructional materials may be utilized to allow students to progress at their own rate. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3 Note: This course is for Vocational Nursing students only and is required if testing indicates a need.
 

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