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ACC105: Payroll, Sales and Property Taxes – 3 credits

Tax reporting for payroll, sales, and personal property. Prerequisites: None.

ACC111: Accounting Principles I – 3 credits

Fundamental theory of accounting principles and procedures. Prerequisites: None.

ACC112: Accounting Principles II – 3 credits

Continuation of the fundamental theory of accounting principles and procedures, including interpretation of general purpose financial statements. Prerequisites: ACC111 with a grade of "C" or better, or permission of Department or Division.

ACC121: Individual Tax Preparation – 3 credits

Theory and practice of accounting for individual taxation. Prerequisites: None.

ACC211: Financial Accounting – 3 credits

Introduction to theory and practice in the preparation and interpretation of general purpose financial statements. Prerequisites: None.

SUN# ACC2201

ACC212: Managerial Accounting – 3 credits

Development and analysis of accounting information for managerial planning and control. Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in (ACC111 and ACC112), or ACC211, and (CIS105 or permission of Department or Division).

SUN# ACC2202

ACC221: Tax Accounting – 3 credits

Theory and practice of accounting for personal, corporate, and non-corporate taxation. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ACC111 or ACC211 or permission of Department or Division.

ACC260: Certified Bookkeeper (CB) Preparation – 3 credits

Fundamental accounting practices including accrual and deferral adjustments, correcting common transaction recording errors, bank reconciliations and adjusting entries. Includes payroll accounting and related Federal and State payroll law requirements. Accounting for depreciation for financial and tax accounting purposes covered. Inventory valuation methods. Includes calculating, recording, and reporting under generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Preventive internal control procedures to detect organizational fraud, theft, and embezzlement covered. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ACC111, or ACC211 or (bookkeeping experience and permission of Instructor).

AIM100: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence – 3 credits

Basic concepts and applications of artificial intelligence (AI), including AI project cycles. Focus on issues surrounding AI including ethics, bias, culture, regulations, and professional expectations. Prerequisites: None.

AIS105: Introduction to American Indian Studies – 3 credits

Introduction to political, economic, and social structures of American Indian Nations. Provides overview of American Indian tribal cultures prior to contact, the impact of European contact, and the influence of western social systems on tribal nations. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C

AIS140: American Indian History – 3 credits

Survey of American Indian history with emphasis on the last 200 years. Focuses on cultural, economic, political and social continuity and changes. Topics include how federal policies impacted and were shaped by Indigenous peoples and how Indigenous individuals, communities, and nations have maintained cultural identity and sovereignty.
Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C, H, SB

AJS101: Introduction to Criminal Justice – 3 credits

An introduction to crime and society's responses to it. Examines the nature and causes of crime, the criminal law, constitutional safeguards, and the organization and operation of the criminal justice system including the police, courts, jails, prisons, probation and parole departments, and community corrections agencies. Covers the history of the criminal justice system, terminology and career opportunities. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

SUN# AJS1101

AJS109: Substantive Criminal Law – 3 credits

Covers philosophy of legal sanctions and historical development from the common law to modern American criminal law, classifications of crimes, elements of and parties to crimes, general definition of crimes, common defenses utilized. Includes specific offenses and the essential elements of each offense.
Prerequisites: None.

AJS123: Ethics and the Administration of Justice – 3 credits

Introduces and explores ethical issues and the justice system. Focuses on ethics and the law, the police, courts and corrections. Reviews ethical theory, concepts and practices as they relate to administration of justice. Explores issues of how media/social media shape ethics. Encourages critical thinking and value decision making in criminal justice system situations. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: HU

AJS192: Serial Killers and Mass Murderers – 3 credits

The study of serial killers, mass murderers and their victims. Examines the history and frequency of these crimes, profiles the killers and their victims, explores theories of causation, and discusses the problems and techniques of investigation, prosecution, punishment, and prevention. Prerequisites: None.

AJS213: Evidence Technology: Fingerprints – 3 credits

Covers the fundamental principles of fingerprints, including the history of fingerprint classification, the biology of friction ridge skin, pattern analysis, comparison, and identification as well as their application in significant court cases. Also includes techniques for obtaining inked prints and developing and preserving latent prints. Prerequisites: None.

AJS215: Criminalistics: Physical Evidence – 3 credits

The scientific analysis and examination of physical evidence with emphasis on scientific investigation, recognition, collection, and preservation of evidence. Topics include fingerprints, shoe prints, tool marks, firearms identification, paint chips and arson. Prerequisites: None.

AJS216: Criminalistics: Biological Evidence – 3 credits

The scientific analysis and examination of biological evidence with emphasis on collection and preservation of evidence. Topics discussed include blood, drugs, blood alcohol, hairs and fibers, and topics of special interest in criminalistics. Prerequisites: None.

AJS223: Forensic Pathology: Death Investigation – 3 credits

An examination of the medical investigation of sudden, unnatural, unexplained or violent deaths. Explains the legal and medical roles of death investigators and medical examiners. Additional topics include the autopsy, documenting and evaluating the body, routine and special investigative techniques, and death event reconstruction. Prerequisites: None.

AJS225: Criminology – 3 credits

Study of deviance, society's role in defining behavior; theories of criminality and the economic, social, and psychological impact of crime; relationships between statistics and crime trends. Examines crime victimization and the various types of crime and categories of offenders. Required in the AJS curriculum. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

AJS255: Mental Health Conditions and the Criminal Justice System – 3 credits

An introduction to methods police, court, and correctional personnel employ specific to those with mental health conditions. Covers various types of mental health conditions and police emergency responses to persons in crisis. Examines how criminal and civil courts intersect with persons diagnosed with mental disorders; includes diversion programs and the correctional response both within the community and under confinement. Prerequisites: None.

AJS258: Victimology and Crisis Management in Public Safety – 3 credits

Victimology, the criminal justice system, techniques of crisis intervention and management, and the importance of a multicultural and global perspective. Includes violent crimes, sexual assault, family violence, post-traumatic stress disorder, the role of substance abuse, developing effective coping skills of victims and responders, appropriate community resources, and the cultural responsiveness of the justice system.

General Education Designations: C, SB

AJS260: Procedural Criminal Law – 3 credits

Concerned with the understanding of procedural criminal law. Examines the processes and procedures followed by law enforcement, attorneys, and the courts in the apprehension and prosecution of criminal offenders. Examines the rationale underlying major court holdings impacting the criminal justice process, the procedural requirements that stem from these holdings and their effect on the daily operations of the criminal justice system.
Prerequisites: None.

AJS275: Criminal Investigation I – 3 credits

Introduction to the theory of criminal investigation. Examines crime scene procedures, case preparation, interviewing, identification, and basic investigative techniques. Prerequisites: None.

AJS290BN: Courtroom Testimony Seminar – 1 credit

Courtroom demeanor and protocol. Role and primary functions of witness and legal counsels. Prerequisites: None.

ARC100: Introduction to Architecture Technology – 3 credits

Survey of architectural technology profession and associated professions. Exploration of design through historical, technical, environmental, and theoretical movements. Principles, concepts, phases, and skills associated with designs of actual and rendered architecture. Prerequisites: None.

ARC110: Revit - Introduction – 3 credits

Basic skills required to complete architectural drawings with Revit software; simplified overview of the software program and operations gained through completing typical plan, elevation, sectional, and 3D views, using generic walls and related components.
Prerequisites: None.

ARC111: Architectural Computer Aided Design I: Introduction – 3 credits

Introduction to Computer-aided drafting (CAD) for the creation of construction documents including: annotated plans, elevations, schedules and schematic section views. Dimensions, notes, and symbols to be included in the set of construction documents. Prerequisites: None. Note: Students must have working knowledge of basic computer operating systems including, but not limited to, Windows or MAC OS.

ARC112: Architectural Computer Aided Design II: Plans and Elevations – 3 credits

Computer-aided drafting (CAD). Creation of a fully annotated plan, elevation, and schematic section views including dimensions, notes, symbols, and schedule, using a computer aided drafting software such as AutoCAD. Includes an introduction to three-dimensional (3D) CAD using SketchUp and Building Information (BIM) software such as Revit. Note: Students must have working knowledge of basic computer operating systems including, but not limited to, Windows or MAC OS. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ARC/INT111. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required unless current work experience to override this time constraint is approved with permission of Instructor.

ARC141: Architectural CAD I: Introduction – 3 credits

Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) for Architecture, Interior Design, and related professions using AutoCAD software. Includes basic operational systems, drawing set-ups, architectural formats, and two-dimensional drawing. Editing commands, annotation, and plotting for the industry also included. Prerequisites: None. Note: ARC141 may be repeated for a total of six (6.0) credits.

ARC180: Architectural Technology: Applied Building Codes – 3 credits

Introduction to building codes and the American Disabilities Act (ADA) for the built environment. Explores permitting process. Includes application of building code to a small commercial project. Prerequisites: None.

ARC243: Architectural Drawings: Site Plans and Sections – 3 credits

Revit (or Building Information Modeling equivalent) instruction directed to the creation of fully annotated site plans and sectional views. Development of professional quality site plans, wall sections, and building sections working from given residential and commercial layouts. Assignments incorporate applicable codes, construction materials and methods and office practices typical to the local area. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (ARC100 and ARC/INT110), or permission of Department or Division.

ARC244: Architectural Drawings: Structural Systems – 3 credits

Revit (or BIM Equivalent)-based instruction for layout and completion of fully annotated structural drawings. Focuses on working from residential and commercial layouts to develop professional quality roof, roof framing, floor framing and foundation plans. Emphasis on the use of applicable codes, construction materials and methods, and office practices typical to the local area. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (ARC100 and ARC/INT110), or permission of Department or Division.

ARC245: Architectural Drawings: Mechanical and Electrical Systems – 3 credits

Revit (or BIM Equivalent)-based instruction for layout and completion of fully annotated building systems drawings. Focuses on working from residential and commercial layouts to develop professional quality Electrical, Mechanical(HVAC), Plumbing and Reflected Ceiling plans. Emphasis on the use of applicable codes, construction materials and methods, and office practices typical to the local area. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (ARC100 and ARC/INT110), or permission of Department or Division.

ARC251: Intermediate Revit – 3 credits

Comprehensive use of Revit Design Development tools through the development of 3-D model(s) in working drawing and rendered formats. Includes completing a set of construction documents from creating walls, incorporating doors, windows, floor, stairs, etc., to adding views and annotation to various sheets and coordinating those sheets within the finished set.
Prerequisites: None. ARC250 or previous architectural and CAD experience strongly recommended. Note: ARC251 may be repeated for a total of six (6) credit hours.

ARC265: SketchUp - Introduction – 3 credits

Provides students with introductory level instruction utilizing Sketchup rendering software for school and workplace applications. Addresses basic drawing/rendering commands, accessing external drawing files, and plotting through the creation of both three-dimensional schematic and rendered interior and exterior building views.
Prerequisites: None. Previous CAD experience recommended but not required.

ARC265: Sketchup I: Introduction to Sketchup – 3 credits

Provides students with introductory level instruction utilizing Sketchup rendering software for school and workplace applications. Addresses basic drawing/rendering commands, accessing external drawing files, and plotting through the creation of both three-dimensional schematic and rendered interior and exterior building views. Prerequisites: None. Previous CAD experience recommended but not required. Note: ARC265/INT251 may be repeated for a total of six (6) credit hours.

ARC270: Architectural Technology: Practicum – 3 credits

Provides students an opportunity to integrate and synthesize knowledge and skills acquired in prerequisite courses. Includes completion of a full set of working drawings using Building Information Modeling (BIM) under supervision comparable to workplace situations. Designed to provide practice in self-checking work, correcting and editing drawings, and assembling a portfolio. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ARC243, ARC244 and ARC245, or permission of Program Director.

ARC298AC: Special Projects – 3 credits

Organized and tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student. Structured to provide an atmosphere of individualized research and study paralleled by professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment available for student use. Allows the best aspects of independent study and individualized learning to be combined to maximize student development. Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor.

ARH100: Introduction to Art – 3 credits

Understanding and enjoyment of art and visual culture through study of two-dimensional and three-dimensional works of art, design elements, media and processes, and cultural contexts. Emphasis on contemporary topics and cultural diversity in the arts. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: HU

ARH102: Art from Renaissance to Modernism – 3 credits

History of art from the Renaissance through Modernism. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: H, HU

SUN# ART1102

ART111: Drawing I – 3 credits

Fundamental principles of drawing. Emphasis on composition and facility in objective and expressive representation, using variety of drawing media. Prerequisites: None.

SUN# ART1111

ART112: Two-Dimensional Design – 3 credits

Study of fundamental elements and principles of two-dimensional design. Prerequisites: None.

SUN# ART1112

ART113: Color – 3 credits

Investigation seeking visual solutions to a variety of problems concerning color in two and three dimensions and modes of color appearances, including light and effects in design and theory of design. Prerequisites: None.

ART115: Three-Dimensional Design – 3 credits

Fundamental principles of three-dimensional design. Prerequisites: None.

SUN# ART1115

ART116: Life Drawing I – 3 credits

Use of form, structure and anatomy of draped and undraped human figure to develop basic principles of sound draftsmanship. Prerequisites: None.

ART117: Life Drawing II – 3 credits

Further study of form, structure, and anatomy of the draped and undraped human figure with emphasis on composition. Prerequisites: ART116.

ART122: Drawing and Composition II – 3 credits

Emphasis on composition and exploration of drawing media. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART111.

ART131: Photography I – 3 credits

Basic photographic principles and techniques. Basic camera functions and controls. Experience in the image-making process by creating and editing photographs for various display environments. Introduction to the photographic aesthetic and photography's role in society. Prerequisites: None. Note: Camera required.

General Education Designations: HU

ART132: Photography II – 3 credits

Advanced camera and darkroom techniques. Aesthetic awareness with personal expression. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART131 or permission of Instructor.

ART133: Photography III – 3 credits

Refinement of aesthetic and technical aspects producing convincing images of highest quality. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART132 or permission of Instructor.

ART137: Alternative Photographic Processes – 3 credits

This course focuses on the 19th-century photographic processes including new picture-making technologies. Discussing the history of photography in relation with techniques taught in class. Students encouraged to explore historical processes in combination with contemporary technologies. Through technical demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and technical assignments, students develop a working knowledge of a range of processes while developing their own visual language.
Prerequisites: None.

ART151: Sculpture I – 3 credits

Exploration of sculptural form and expression in clay, plaster, stone, wood and metal. Prerequisites: None.

ART152: Sculpture II – 3 credits

Emphasis on control of sculptural media. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART151.

ART165: Watercolor Painting I – 3 credits

Transparent and Gouache watercolor painting. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (ART111 and ART112), or permission of Instructor.

ART166: Watercolor Painting II – 3 credits

Painting in water soluble media. Emphasis on individual techniques and design. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART165.

ART168: Painting II – 3 credits

Continued refinement of painting skills and investigation of new possibilities in painting. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART167 or permission of Instructor.

ART171: Jewelry I – 3 credits

Fundamentals of jewelry making. Covers hand formed methods, including cutting, shaping, forging, soldering, and lost wax technique. Prerequisites: None.

ART172: Jewelry II – 3 credits

Further refinement of personal expression using techniques and design concepts of ART171. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART171.

ART211: Drawing and Composition III – 3 credits

Advanced development of drawing skill with emphasis on compositional theory. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART122 or permission of Instructor.

ART216: Life Drawing III – 3 credits

Advanced creative study from model in various painting and drawing media. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART117 or permission of Instructor.

ART217: Life Drawing IV – 3 credits

Further development of skills in expressive drawing materials and techniques as applied to finished drawings of the human form. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART216 or permission of Instructor.

ART222: Drawing and Composition IV – 3 credits

Further study of drawing techniques with emphasis on individual problems and techniques. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART211 or permission of Instructor.

ART255AB: The Portfolio – 1 credit

Choosing the right pieces to include, presenting art work, developing the portfolio.
Prerequisites: None.

ART265: Watercolor Painting III – 3 credits

Continuation of watercolor painting with emphasis on control and expression. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART166 or permission of Instructor.

ART266: Watercolor Painting IV – 3 credits

Advanced problems directed toward more personal expression. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART265.

ART267: Painting III – 3 credits

Development of materials and techniques of painting. Individual problem-solving. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART168 or permission of Instructor.

ART268: Painting IV – 3 credits

Advanced problem in painting. Study with greater emphasis on personal expression. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART267 or permission of Instructor.

ART290AA: Studio Art – 1 credit

Studio course for art majors allowing continuation in a subject field. Note: ART290AA may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.

ART290AB: Studio Art – 2 credits

Studio course for art majors allowing continuation in a subject field. Note: ART290AB may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.

ART290AC: Studio Art – 3 credits

Studio course for art majors allowing continuation in a subject field. Note: ART290AC students must have completed advanced courses in the subject field. ART290AC may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.

ART290BC: Studio Art: Drawing – 3 credits

Studio course for art majors allowing continuation in a subject field. Note: ART290BC may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART111 or permission of Instructor.

ART290DC: Studio Art: Life Drawing – 3 credits

Studio course for art majors allowing continuation in a subject field. Note: ART290DC may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART117 or permission of Instructor.

ART290EC: Studio Art: Photography – 3 credits

Studio course for art majors allowing continuation in a subject field. Note: ART290EC may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART132 or permission of Instructor.

ART290FF: Studio Art: Sculpture – 3 credits

Studio course for art majors allowing continuation in a subject field. Note: ART290FF may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART252 or permission of Instructor.

ART290HC: Studio Art: Watercolor – 3 credits

Studio course for art majors allowing continuation in a subject field. Note: ART290HC may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART166 or permission of Instructor.

ART290PC: Studio Art: Painting – 3 credits

Studio course for art majors allowing continuation in a subject field. Note: ART290PC may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART168 or permission of Instructor.

ASB102: Introduction to Cultural Anthropology – 3 credits

Introduces concepts and methods of cultural anthropology, with illustrative materials from a variety of communities in a globalizing world. Explores the concept of culture and examines a variety of cultural and social practices such as subsistence, economics, politics, marriage, kinship, gender and religion. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: G, SB

ASB214: Magic, Witchcraft and Healing: An Introduction to Comparative Religion – 3 credits

Origins, elements, and forms of religion; a comparative survey of religious beliefs, myths, rituals and symbolism including magic, witchcraft and healing as practiced in selected regions of the world; the place of religion in the total culture. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: G, HU

ASB222: Buried Cities and Lost Tribes: Old World – 3 credits

Introduction to archaeology through discoveries and the researchers who made them. Emphasis on methods of archaeological fieldwork and what these discoveries reveal about humanity, including the nature of archaeological inquiry, the development of human social groups, the changing role of religion in evolving societies, the origins of agriculture, the origins of settled life ways, the rise of cities and complex societies, political strife across different cultures and the forces which tend to fragment societies. Examples drawn from Africa, Asia, Europe, the Pacific Islands, and Australia. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: G, H, HU, SB