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FRST 119 - Forest Measurements (3 credits)

This course is an introduction to forest measuring techniques, including measuring equipment, log scaling practices, forest product measurements, cruising, and inventory techniques. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: READ 02 or Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

FRST 215 - Forest Management Practices (3 credits)

This course is an introduction to forest management practices, including governmental roles with the emphasis on local and regional regulations, principles of the ecosystem, sustainable forest concepts, and multiple use management. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: FRST 117 and FRST 119

Corequisites: None

FRST 217 - Silviculture and Ecology (3 credits)

This course is a detailed study of the concepts and techniques utilized in the silvicultural treatment of forests. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: FRST 117

Corequisites: None

GEOG 101 - Cultural Geography (3 credits)

Course designed to familiarize students with geographic studies including the relationship between humans and the natural environment as well as spatial patterns of human activities. The course addresses different techniques and approaches to geographic interpretation. The course examines diverse cultures, languages, and religions while approaching the course through a multidisciplinary approach of history, politics, and economics. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: ENGL 02 or Writing Placement of ENGL 111 and READ 02 or Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

GIS 110 - Introduction to Mapping Principles (3 credits)

This course addresses skills and knowledge necessary to read, analyze, and interpret maps. Topics include mapping basics such as scale, spatial reference systems and projection, data acquisition and organization, thematic mapping, and the principles of map design. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

GIS 120 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (3 credits)

This course provides an introduction to geographic information systems and methods of creating, maintaining, and displaying geospatial data and imagery using ArcGIS software. The course includes a broad survey of applications. Course topics include elements of GIS, analysis of spatial information, map creation and analysis, GIS data types, map projections and coordinate systems, and other related topics. Lecture 2 hours/Lab 2 hours/Total 4 hours per week. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

GIS 140 - Geographic Information Systems II (3 credits)

This course, combined with GIS 120, provides students with a solid foundation in GIS concepts and the use of GIS. Students gain necessary skill and knowledge to use GIS concepts and software to solve problems. Emphasis is on hands-on applications. Topics covered include data models, data acquisition, spatial data editing, attribute management, vector and raster data analysis, spatial interpolation, and other related concepts. Lecture 2 hours/Lab 2 hours/Total 4 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

GIS 210 - WEB-Based GIS (3 credits)

This course addresses delivery of geographical data via the Internet. Students compose maps using mapping services available online. The course introduces the use of markup language to customize Web-based GIS applications for a specific use. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: GIS 120

Corequisites: None

GIS 220 - Introduction to Remote Sensing (3 credits)

This course provides an introduction to remote sensing. The topics covered include image processing techniques used for remote sensing, applications of remote sensing, and the relationships between GIS image processing and remote sensing. Case studies and hands-on exercises are used to illustrate various remote sensing and image processing applications in practice. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: GIS 120

Corequisites: None

GIS 230 - Spatial Analysis in GIS (3 credits)

This course builds problem-solving and analysis skills. Course topics cover various spatial analysis techniques that are used to provide support for decision-making in solving problems in a variety of fields. Students develop skills through project and lab activities. Lecture 2 hours/Lab 2 hours/Total 4 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: GIS 120

Corequisites: None

GIS 240 - Applications in GIS (3 credits)

This course provides an introduction to applications of GIS using ArcView. Emphasis of the course is on solving problems with GIS. Students complete projects in their field of study. Topics covered include data sources and accuracy, manipulation of databases, creation of charts and graphs, and presentation of data in map layouts. Other related topics are also addressed. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: GIS 120

Corequisites: None

GIS 250 - Advanced GIS (3 credits)

This course introduces students to more of the advanced capabilities of ArcGIS. Topics covered include designing geodatabases for use, working with data, optimizing workflow, and other related concepts. Students develop skills through hands-on activities and projects. Lecture 2 hours/Lab 2 hours/Total 4 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: GIS 120

Corequisites: None

GLBL 120 - Seminar in Global Studies (1 credit)

This seminar explores the interconnectedness of the human experience, showing how all humans, past, present, and future, are united in their humanity, no matter where they reside or when they exist. The course offers students the opportunity to better prepare themselves to compete in a global economy and expand their global cultural experiences. This course is required for completion of the Global Studies Certificate. Lecture 1 hour per week.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

GNST 090 - New Student Orientation (1 credit)

This course will give students an overview of Three Rivers College including history, programs offered, required technology, and College policies. The students will be provided the opportunity to use Three Rivers College’s technology to participate in courses, use their student email, and plan their degree path. Emphasis will be placed on deciding the correct transfer pathway or career program for student’s educational goal. Lecture 1 hour per week.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

GNST 104 - Career Exploration (1 credit)

In this course, students explore career opportunities and prepare for seeking employment after graduation. This course combines 8 weeks of independent study with 8 weeks of lecture and discussion. Lecture 1 hour per week.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

GOVT 121 - National and State Government (3 credits)

This course is a survey of the federal government and the political system of the United States through its organization and function from colonial institutions through its present-day powerful development. This course satisfies the state legislative requirement for graduation. Lecture 3 hours per week.

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MOTR POSC 101

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: GOVT 290

GOVT 220 - Missouri Government (1 credit)

This course is for students who transferred a course equivalent to GOVT 121 but have not had the Missouri Constitution/government component as mandated by the state legislature. This course is designed to meet that mandate. GOVT 220 is not a substitute for GOVT 121. Lecture 1 hour per week.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: READ 02 or Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

GOVT 233 - International Relations (3 credits)

This course is the study of basic factors governing international relationships among nations and how those factors figure in current world problems. Lecture 3 hours per week.

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MOTR POSC 201

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: READ 02 or Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

GOVT 290 - Missouri Higher Education Civics Achievement Exam (0 credits)

The exam shall consist of between 50 and 100 questions and will be administered online. In addition, the exam shall be similar to the United States citizenship exam including questions covering the United States Constitution, the United States Bill of Rights, governmental institutions, historical manifestations of federalism, and history of constitutional interpretation and amendments. MO HB1528 requires any student attending a public or private institution of higher education to pass the Missouri Higher Education Civics Achievement Examination as a condition of graduation.

Credits: 0
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: GOVT 121 or GOVT 220

GRDT 115 - Green Diesel Technician I (6 credits)

This course provides training to beginning diesel technicians. Students gain extensive hands-on training and experience in working with diesel engines, including a complete tear down of a diesel engine, measurement, and use of special tools. The student is made aware of all aspects of proper shop operation, environmental issues, fuel efficiency standards, and safety. Lecture 6 hours per week.

Credits: 6
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

GRDT 215 - Green Diesel Technician II (6 credits)

This course provides training for the technician in the proper design of diesel fuel systems and the function of their components. Students learn to diagnose problems, as well as perform preventive maintenance. Students learn to test, install, and adjust fuel injectors and will learn operating principles of governor-controlled fuel systems, inline pump systems, multiple pump systems, and tune-up procedures. Lab work provides the experience of disassembling, checking, repairing, and reassembling the different fuel systems. Special emphasis is placed on the analysis and control of emissions, alternative fuel types, and federal emission standards. Lecture 6 hours per week.

Credits: 6
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: GRDT 115

Corequisites: None

GRDT 225 - Green Diesel Technician III (6 credits)

This program provides training for diesel technicians in turbochargers, roots blowers, air intake and exhaust systems, in-line pump timing and distributor pump tune-up procedures. The student learns tune-up procedures for three of the major diesel engines. Lab work provides the opportunity to disassemble, inspect, and reassemble blowers, turbochargers, and injection pump training aids. Lecture 6 hours per week.

Credits: 6
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: GRDT 215

Corequisites: None

HIST 111 - American History to 1877 (3 credits)

A general survey of the history of the United States from discovery and exploration through the Civil War and Reconstruction, emphasizing political, economic, social, and cultural factors. Lecture 3 hours per week.

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MOTR HIST 101

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

HIST 112 - American History since 1877 (3 credits)

A general survey of the history of the United States from the period of the growth of big business following the Civil War to the present day, emphasizing political, economic, social, and cultural factors in the growth of America. Lecture 3 hours per week.

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MOTR HIST 102

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

HIST 121 - World Civilization to the Renaissance (3 credits)

This course is designed to provide the student with the essential information relating to the history of human civilization, how civilizations form, how they develop, and how they decline, and, possibly, cease to exist. In the process of this, the student demonstrates a level of competency relating to specific features of the civilizations, both those that rose to dominance and those that functioned in a less prominent role that have influenced humanity, past and present. Lecture 3 hours per week.

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MOTR HIST 201

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

HIST 122 - World Civilization since the Renaissance (3 credits)

This course is designed to provide the student with the essential information relating to the history of human civilization, how civilizations form, how they develop, and how they decline, and, possibly, cease to exist. In the process of this, the student demonstrates a level of competency relating to specific features of the civilizations, both those that rose to dominance and those that functioned in a less prominent role that have influenced humanity, past and present. Lecture 3 hours per week.

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MOTR HIST 202

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

HNRS 110 - Honors Inquiry Seminar (1 credit)

This course provides an opportunity for academic inquiry across the disciplines through seminars based on topics of intellectual significance. Students will evaluate and synthesize as they study. Three Rivers Honors Program students must complete three inquiry seminars. Lecture 1 hour per week.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: Honors Program Coordinator consent

Corequisites: None

HNRS 120 - Honors Leadership Seminar (3 credits)

This course emphasizes discussion of leadership styles based on acquiring an understanding of problem-solving, working with diversity, managing change, conflict, and networking. Drawing upon experiences in a guided service learning project, each student develops a personal philosophy of leadership. Three Rivers Honors Program students must take Honors Leadership Seminar. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: Completion of at least one hour of HNRS 110 and Honors Program instructor and the Honors Program Coordinator consent

Corequisites: None

HNRS 200 - Honors Independent Study (1-3 credit)

This is an independent study that allows the student to work at an honors level on a project or paper that addresses a topic not studied in-depth or contained in the regular curriculum.

Credits: 1-3
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: Completion of at least one hour of HNRS 110 and seminar instructors and the Honors Program Coordinator consent

Corequisites: None

HNRS 220 - Honors Multi-Disciplinary Seminar (3 credits)

This course focuses on a topic of cultural and societal significance that guides students to a richer understanding of a particular time, place, or phenomenon. Examining various ideas and images, students study ways in which individuals and groups have attempted to understand the world. This course uses a range of documents, recordings, films, television programs, and music as appropriate to the particular topic and draws upon honors program instructors as seminar mentors. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s):

Prerequisites: Completion of at least one hour of HNRS 110 and seminar instructors and the Honors Program Coordinator consent

Corequisites: None

HPER 131 - Beginning Golf (1 credit)

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

HPER 2491-2496 - Varsity Rodeo (1 credit)

This course is designed for the experienced athlete and participation is restricted to students who are on the rodeo team. New team members are selected on a yearly basis. Members are required to attend practices, scheduled rodeos, and other team events. Members improve skills within their event. One hour of physical education credit is granted for each full semester the student competes on the team.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: Coach consent

Corequisites: None

HPER 2591-2596 - Spirit Squad (1 credit)

This course is designed for the experienced athlete and participation is restricted to students who are on the spirit squad. Tryouts are held each year. Members are required to attend practices, scheduled games, and other team events. Members of the squad develop tumbling skills, vocal projection, and crowd participation cheers and/or chants in practice and game situations. One hour of physical education credit is granted for each full semester the student completes on the team.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: Coach consent

Corequisites: None

HPER 2691-2693 - Women's Varsity Softball (1 credit)

This course is designed for the experienced athlete and participation is restricted to students who are on the softball team. Tryouts are held each year. Players are required to attend daily practices, scheduled games, and other team events. Players develop hitting, fielding, throwing, pitching, and team strategy skills in practice and game situations. One hour of physical education credit is granted for each full semester the student competes on the team.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: Coach consent

Corequisites: None

HPER 2791-2793 - Men's Varsity Baseball (1 credit)

This course is designed for the experienced athlete and participation is restricted to students who are on the baseball team. Tryouts are held each year. Players are required to attend daily practices, scheduled games, and other team events. Players develop hitting, fielding, throwing, pitching, and team strategy skills in practice and game situations. One hour of physical education credit is granted for each full semester the student competes on the team.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: Coach consent

Corequisites: None

HPER 2891-2896 - Women's Varsity Basketball (1 credit)

This course is designed for the experienced athlete and participation is restricted to students who are on the women’s basketball team. Tryouts are held each year. Players are required to attend daily practices, scheduled games, and other team events. Players develop shooting, passing, dribbling, defensive, and rebounding skills in practice and game situations. One hour of physical education credit is granted for each full semester the student competes on the team.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: Coach consent

Corequisites: None

HPER 2991-2996 - Men's Varsity Basketball (1 credit)

This course is designed for the experienced athlete and participation is restricted to students who are on the men’s basketball team. Tryouts are held each year. Players are required to attend daily practices, scheduled games, and other team events. Players develop shooting, passing, dribbling, defensive, and rebounding skills in practice and game situations. One hour of physical education credit is granted for each full semester the student competes on the team.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: Coach consent

Corequisites: None

IST 100 - Computer Applications (3 credits)

This course is designed to teach students how to use application software to improve their personal productivity. This course expands students’ skills in word processing, spreadsheet applications, database, and presentation software. Using these software applications, students create documents, letters, forms, tables, and create charts and graphs, build tables, queries, forms, reports, and organize, manage, and secure a database; and use presentation software to create and modify graphic presentations. The course prepares students to use College and public resources to manage coursework and conduct research. It also discusses the importance of computer and web security. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Prerequisites: READ 02 or Reading Placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

IST 126 - Word Processing Applications (3 credits)

This course instructs students in the theories and practical applications of one of the most popular word processing programs‚ Microsoft Word. This course is designed to help students create, format, customize, modify, and organize various documents from scratch and pre-formatted arrangements. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

IST 148 - Office Procedures (3 credits)

A study of the practices and procedures of current office concepts with emphasis on human relations and personality development, employment opportunities, telecommunications, word and data processing, filing and records management, and communications skills. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

IST 149 - Medical Terminology and Coding Procedures (3 credits)

This course is a study of medical terminology and coding procedures as they relate to the office of today. The course includes specialized terminology and coding procedures for medical options. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

IST 225 - Medical Billing and Coding I (5 credits)

This class is designed to train individuals in all aspects of medical insurance, including plan options, carrier requirements, state and federal regulations, accurately completing claims, and coding diagnoses and procedures. Individuals will develop skills necessary to obtain a position in a physician’s office, hospital, or healthcare facility. Lecture 5 hours per week.

Credits: 5
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: IST 149

Corequisites: None

IST 268 - Spreadsheet Applications (3 credits)

In this course students demonstrate the ability to use Microsoft Excel for basic and advanced functions. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: IST 100 and ENGR 106 or MATH 02 or placement of MATH 103/153 or higher

Corequisites: None

IST 269 - Database Applications (3 credits)

This course teaches the use of a database management program with in- depth experience in the development of rational databases. The effective storage of data, creation of table relationships, forms, reports, and a menu driven database are covered. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: IST 100 or instructor consent

Corequisites: None

IST 275 - Advanced Medical Billing and Coding (7 credits)

This course is designed to further train individuals in both inpatient and outpatient coding and links a connection to the billing/reimbursement/collections process. Students go through all steps necessary to code a claim correctly and link the correct CPT and ICD-9-CM codes for reimbursement for various insurance carriers and government entities. This course explains adjustments and how and when to bill patients, and what to do if there is a denial or rejection. Students learn more code- specific information, specialty coding, and the levels of coding. They have the opportunity to use billing software to code from sample forms. Lecture 6 hours per week.

Credits: 7
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: IST 225

Corequisites: None

IST 285 - Desktop Publishing (3 credits)

This one-semester course provides skill development in the electronic procedures of producing and editing publications. Students create, format, illustrate, design, edit/revise, and print publications. Improved productivity of electronically produced newsletters, flyers, brochures, reports, advertising materials, and other publications are emphasized. Proofreading, document composition, and communication competencies are also included. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: IST 100 or instructor consent

Corequisites: None

IST 296 - Office Administrative Applications (3 credits)

This course concentrates on the most important advanced business applications using office applications, including word processing, presentation graphics, spreadsheets, and databases. Emphasis is on hands- on practice to produce mailable and professional integrated office projects. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: IST 126, IST 268, IST 269

Corequisites: None

MAFT 119 - Robotics I (3 credits)

This course provides an introduction to industrial robotics and applications. The student is introduced to the basics of robotics programming, robot safety, the multi-axis coordinate system, the teaching pendant, robot commands, robotic vision, and robot simulation software. The course focuses on the use of robots in an industrial setting. This is a hybrid-blended course. Lecture 2 hours/Laboratory 2 hours/Total 4 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: ELEC 115

Corequisites: None

MAFT 215 - Mechatronics Capstone (3 credits)

This project-based course enables students to apply knowledge and skills acquired in previous semesters. Through integration of technologies, students plan, design, construct, program, test, evaluate, and improve industrial control systems to include robotics and process controls. Students are required to incorporate electricity and electronics systems, fluid power systems, mechanical systems, motor controls and motor drives, programmable controller systems, as well as robotics in capstone projects. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: ELEC 216, MAFT 119

Corequisites: None

MAFT 219 - Robotics II (3 credits)

This course is a continuation of Robotics I and includes a study of the use of robotic technologies integrated with fluid power, industrial electronics, and programmable logic controllers technologies. The student is introduced to the advanced robotics programming, with emphasis on the integration and coordination of robotic programming and motion with other control circuits and technologies found in many emerging manufacturing and industrial facilities. Lecture 2 hours/Laboratory 2 hours/Total 4 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: MAFT 119

Corequisites: ELEC 117

MAFT 228 - Quality Assurance Fundamentals (3 credits)

This course provides an introduction to management of quality control systems. Course includes study of recordkeeping, standards, sampling, and cost as related to quality control applications. Different techniques used in quality control will be covered. Use of computers for data collection, analysis, and reporting is emphasized. Fundamental aspects of quality control with an emphasis on basic statistics will be included. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

MAFT 229 - Introduction to Safety and Health Programs (3 credits)

This course provides a broad overview of all components of an occupational safety and health program. Terminology specific to the field of study is addressed. The class emphasizes hazard identification and control. Requirements for effective management of occupational safety and health are included along with identifying applicable regulations. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

MAFT 235 - Manufacturing Processes (3 credits)

This course includes a study of materials and processes used in the manufacture of hard consumer goods. Forming, separating, fabricating, conditioning, and finishing of metallic, plastic, ceramic, and composite materials is emphasized. Specific manufacturing techniques such as lean manufacturing, just-in-time manufacturing, plant layout, and others are also examined. Terminology, new emerging technologies, and the effects of manufacturing on society are also addressed. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

MAFT 255 - Hydraulics and Pneumatics (3 credits)

This introductory course defines the core concepts of fluid power systems. Fluid power circuit symbols and identification of components along with their function are addressed in the course. Development of skills necessary for interpreting fluid power circuits and analyzing circuit function are a focus for student learning. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

MAFT 267 - Automated Manufacturing Systems (3 credits)

This course is a software-based study of advanced manufacturing processes and systems, including computer integrated manufacturing. Key activities include PLC software applications and product manufacture by computer simulation. This is a hybrid-blended course. Lecture 2 hours/Laboratory 2 hours/Total 4 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: ELEC 216 or instructor consent

MATH 02 - Transitional Math (4 credits)

A course designed to develop the student’s knowledge of fundamental operations with integers, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, and proportions. Students learn to interpret graphs, simplify algebraic expressions, solve equations, and perform unit conversions. Lecture 4 hours per week.

Credits: 4
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: READ 01 or Reading placement of READ 02 and appropriate math placement

Corequisites: None

MATH 103 - Intermediate Algebra (4 credits)

A course designed to teach students how to perform basic operations on polynomials, rational expressions, and roots. Students learn to solve polynomial equations by factoring along with techniques for solving equations containing rational expressions and roots. Students will apply basic techniques for solving and graphing linear equations. Lecture 4 hours per week.

Credits: 4
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: MATH 02

Corequisites: None

MATH 153 - Intermediate Algebra (4 credits)

A course designed to teach students how to perform basic operations on polynomials, rational expressions, and roots. Students learn to solve polynomial equations by factoring along with techniques for solving equations containing rational expressions and roots. Students will apply basic techniques for solving and graphing linear equations. Lecture 4 hours per week.

Credits: 4
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: Placement of MATH 153

Corequisites: None

MATH 161 - Mathematical Reasoning and Modeling (3 credits)

The purpose of this course is to provide a comprehensive overview of the skills required to navigate the mathematical demands of modern life and prepare students for a deeper understanding of information presented in mathematical terms. Emphasis is placed on improving students’ ability to draw conclusions, make decisions, and communicate effectively in mathematical situations that depend upon multiple factors. Lecture 3 hours per week.

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MOTR MATH 120

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: MATH 02 with a minimum grade of C or placement of MATH 161

Corequisites: None

MATH 162 - Mathematics for the Elementary Teachers (4 credits)

An introduction to the structure of mathematics, properties of each subset of the real number system, elementary number theory, probability and statistics, and other numeration systems intended for the Elementary Education Teacher. Lecture 4 hours per week.

Credits: 4
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: MATH 02 with a minimum grade of C or placement of MATH 162

Corequisites: None

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