Course Descriptions

BCT 135 - National Electrical Code Residential Wiring Applications

1. Describe grounded systems.
2. Describe the requirements for overcurrent protection of conductors.
3. Describe ampacity criteria.
4. Perform the installation of overcurrent protection for conductors.
5. Perform service installations.
6. Perform motor and transformer installations.
7. Perform remote control and signaling circuit installations.
8. Describe the installation procedures for structured wiring in homes and offices.

1. Grounded Systems
   1. Circuit and system grounding
   2. Grounding electrode systems
   3. Bonding service equipment
   4. Equipment Grounding
2. Requirements for Overcurrent Protection of Conductors
   1. Short
   2. Ground fault
   3. Overload
3. Ampacity criteria
   1. Cross sectional area
   2. Type of insulation
   3. Ambient temperature
4. Installing Overcurrent Protection of Conductors
   1. Overcurrent devices
   2. Conductor ampacities and temperature ratings
   3. Protection of conductors
   4. Location of overcurrent devices
5. Installing Devices
   1. Number of services and disconnects
   2. Services conductors
   3. Service entrance conductors
   4. Service equipment
6. Installing Motors and Transformers
   1. Motor controllers and motor circuits
   2. Protection of motor circuits
   3. Installation requirements for transformers
7. Remote Control and Signaling Circuits
   1. Terms and definitions
   2. Class one circuits
   3. Class two and class three circuits
   4. Installing class two and three, and programmable logic controller cables
8. Installing Structured Wiring in Homes and Offices
   1. Wiring Installation
      1. Home television
      2. Telephone
      3. Low voltage signal systems
   2. Detectors, fire alarms, and security systems
      1. Types
      2. Installation

BCT 145 - Carpentry I

1. Describe the history of the carpentry trade and the importance of safety in the construction industry.
2. Explain the terms commonly used in discussing wood and lumber and the different types of fasteners and adhesives.
3. Demonstrate the proper use of hand, portable power, and stationary power tools.
4. Demonstrate how to layout and construct different types of framing systems and floor assemblies.
5. Demonstrate how to construct wall and ceiling framing.
6. Describe the terms associated and the various types of materials used with roof framing.
7. Explain the procedures for installing the various types of fixed, sliding, and swinging windows and exterior doors.

1. Orientation to the Trade
   1. History of the carpentry trade
   2. Modern carpentry
   3. Opportunities in the construction industry
   4. Human relations
   5. Safety in the construction industry
2. Wood Building Materials, Fasteners, and Adhesives
   1. Lumber sources and uses
   2. Lumber defects and grading
   3. Plywood and building boards
   4. Engineered wood
   5. Nails, screws, anchors, and adhesives
3. Hand and Power Tools
   1. Types of hand and portable power tools
   2. Types of stationary power tools
4. Floor Systems
   1. Methods of framing houses
   2. Working drawings and specifications
   3. The floor system
   4. Laying out and constructing a floor assembly
   5. Installing joists and girders
5. Wall and Ceiling Framing
   1. Components of a wall
   2. Laying out a wall
   3. Assembly and installation of a wall
   4. Ceiling lay out and framing
6. Roof Framing
   1. Types of roofs
   2. Basic roof layout
   3. Laying out hips and valleys
   4. Rafter layout
   5. Truss construction
7. Windows and Exterior Doors
   1. Types of windows
   2. Window construction
   3. Window installation
   4. Types of exterior doors
   5. Door sizes, thresholds, and weatherstripping

BCT 146 - Woodworking I

1.      Discuss differences between hardwood and softwoods and their uses.

2.      Demonstrate how to measure and prepare hardwoods.

3.      Describe outdoor uses, applications, and safety procedures working with pressure-treated wood.

4.      Demonstrate rip, miter and cross-cutting methods.

5.      Discuss safety on the job.

6.      Demonstrate gluing and clamping.

7.      Demonstrate how to use veneers.

8.      Demonstrate how to make dado and rabbits.

9.      Demonstrate how to smooth wood.

I.        Introduction to Hardwoods

A.     Hardwoods and softwoods

B.     Growth patterns

C.     Kinds of wood defects

II.       Measuring Hardwoods

A.     Board feet

B.     Standard length/thickness

C.     Effects of moisture

III.      Uses of Hardwoods

A.     Logging hardwoods

B.     Methods of cutting

IV.     Pressure Treated Wood

A.     Outdoor Uses

B.     Applications

C.     Safety precautions

V.      Hardwood Preparation

A.     Cutting

B.     Machining

C.     Finishing

VI.     Ripping Wood

A.     Using a rip blade

B.     Using guides to cut straight lines

C.     Using different saws

VII.    Miter Cuts

A.     Types of cuts

B.     Types of blades

C.     Types of angles

VIII.   Cross Cuts

A.     Determining grain of wood

B.     Types of blades

C.     Marking and scoring

IX.     Job Site Safety

A.     Working with wood

B.     Proper protection

C.     Proper procedures

X.      Gluing and Clamping

A.     Procedures

B.     Expansion and contraction of wood

C.     Moisture content

XI.     Veneers

A.     Identification

B.     Uses

C.     Cutting procedures

XII.    Curves and Circles

A.     Cutting procedures

B.     Size

C.     Saws

D.     Relief cuts

XIII.   Dados and Rabbets

A.     Cutting procedures

B.     Special blades

C.     Router and shaper

XIV.   Smoothing Wood

A.     Fine saw blades

B.     Hand planes

C.     Sanders

BCT 147 - Woodworking II

1.      Describe proper safety practices for the woodshop.

2.      Discuss design and planning procedures for building furniture.

3.      Use measuring and cutting techniques.

4.      Demonstrate planing, chiseling, and sanding.

5.      Demonstrate butt, biscuit, and dowel joints.

6.      Construct rabbet joints, dado, mortise and tenon, and dovetail joints.

7.      Demonstrate how to use veneers.

8.      Demonstrate how to use the right fastener for the job at hand.

9.      Apply stains and wood finishes.

I.        Safety Practices

A.     Common woodshop hazards

B.     Personal protective equipment

C.     Setting up a safe workshop

II.       Designing and Planning

A.     Design concepts in cabinetry

B.     Drawings

C.     Designing, planning, and building a project

III.      Measuring and Cutting

A.     Measuring and marking tools

B.     Marking stock for cutting

IV.      Planning, Chiseling, and Sanding

A.     Hand and power planning

B.     Proper chiseling technique

C.     Tools and procedures for effective sanding

V.      Butt, Biscuit, and Dowel Joints

A.     Butt joints

B.     Biscuit joints and jointers

C.     Types of dowels for joinery

VI.      Rabbet Joints

A.     Laying out a rabbet joint

B.     Methods of cutting the rabbet

C.     Assembling the joint

VII.     Dado Joints

A.     Laying out a dado joint

B.     Methods of cutting the dado

C.     Assembling the joint

VIII.    Lap Joints

A.     Cross-lap joint

B.     Half-lap joint

C.     Full-lap joint

IX.      Miter Joints

A.     Importance of accuracy

B.     Making a picture frame

X.      Mortise-and–Tenon Joint

A.     Designing the joint

B.     Forming the parts

C.     Assembling the joint

XI.      Veneers

A.     Identification

B.     Uses

C.     Cutting procedures

XII.     Fasteners

A.     Screws for woodworking

B.     Predrilling holes

C.     Countersinking for flathead screws

D.     Plugging screw holes

XIII.    Dovetail Joints and Casework

A.     Dovetail joints

B.     Casework

C.     Building furniture

XIV.   Stains and Clear Finishes

A.     Surface preparation

B.     Choosing and applying a stain

C.     Choosing and applying a clear finish

BCT 148 - Cabinetmaking I

1. Describe the design and material decisions necessary to produce cabinetry.
2. Describe the differences between traditional, provincial, and contemporary designs.
3. Apply design elements and principles to create functional and attractive cabinets.
4. List the parts of a working drawing.
5. Describe the process of harvesting, drying, and ordering lumber.
6. Explain the use of various panel products for cabinets and fine furniture.
7. Match veneer sheets into pleasing patterns for inlaying or overlaying.
8. Explain various methods of installing door and drawer hardware.
9. Explain how to reduce or eliminate hazardous and unsafe conditions around machines and equipment.
10. Demonstrate proper use of marking, measuring, and layout tools.
11. Demonstrate proper operation of stationary power saws.
12. Demonstrate proper use of hand and portable power tools.
13. Demonstrate surfacing and shaping with the jointer, planer, and shaper.
14. Produce a basic face frame style cabinet.

1. Introduction to Cabinetmaking
   1. Design decisions
   2. Material decisions
   3. Producing cabinetry
2. Cabinetry Styles
   1. Traditional styles
   2. Provincial styles
   3. Contemporary styles
3. Human Factors
   1. Standing dimensions
   2. Sitting dimensions
4. Working Drawings
   1. Types of drawings
   2. Reading shop drawings
   3. Reading specifications
5. Lumber and Millwork
   1. Harvesting
   2. Drying
   3. Ordering lumber
6. Manufactured Panel Products
   1. Structural wood panels
   2. Appearance panels
   3. Working with panel products
7. Veneers and Plastic Overlays
   1. Matching veneers
   2. Veneer inlays
   3. Plastic overlays
8. Hardware
   1. Pulls and knobs
   2. Door hardware
   3. Drawer hardware
9. Health and Safety
   1. Unsafe acts
   2. Hazardous conditions
   3. Personal protective equipment
10. Measuring and Laying Out Materials
    1. Marking tools
    2. Measuring tools
    3. Layout practices
11. Stationary Power Machines
    1. Table saw and radial arm saw
    2. Band saw and router
    3. Jig saw
12. Hand and Portable Power Tools
    1. Handsaws
    2. Sawing by hand
    3. Portable power saws
    4. Maintaining hand and portable power saws
13. Surfacing and Shaping
    1. Reading wood grain
    2. Jointing
    3. Planing
    4. Shaping
14. Building a Basic Cabinet
    1. Planning and designing
    2. Material selection
    3. Producing a cabinet
    4. Finishing a cabinet

BCT 149 - Cabinetmaking II

1. Perform steps to turn cylinders, beads, coves, and grooves.
2. Select appropriate joints based on the product and material.
3. Operate various hand and portable and stationary power sanding equipment.
4. Explain the proper procedure for assembling a product using adhesives and clamps.
5. Describe the procedures for wet bending and laminating wood.
6. Demonstrate inlaying bandings to create borders and geometric shapes.
7. Describe steps taken to prepare a surface for plastic laminate.
8. Identify the types of case construction.
9. List the steps for making a hinged and a sliding door.
10. Describe design and engineering factors that influence drawer construction.
11. Demonstrate applying finish using brushing, spraying, and wiping techniques.
12. Explain how to layout and install kitchen cabinets and countertops.
13. Discuss custom and batch production in cabinetmaking.
14. Describe the roll of an entrepreneur and the careers found in cabinetmaking.

1. Turning
   1. Lathes
   2. Turning tools
   3. Between center and faceplate turnings
2. Joint Making
   1. Mortise and tenon
   2. Pocket and plate joinery
   3. Dovetails, box joints, and finger joints
3. Abrasives and Sanding Machines
   1. Hand and portable sanding
   2. Stationary power sanding machines
4. Gluing and Clamping
   1. Selecting adhesives
   2. Types of clamps
   3. Clamping procedure
5. Bending and Laminating Wood
   1. Wood bending
   2. Wood laminating
6. Overlaying and Inlaying Veneer
   1. Materials, tools, and supplies
   2. Overlaying and inlaying
   3. Special practices for finishing veneered surfaces
7. Installing Plastic Laminates
   1. Installing laminates on flat surfaces
   2. Forming curves
   3. Postforming
8. Advanced Case Construction
   1. Types of case construction
   2. Case materials and components
   3. Introduction to 32 millimeter construction
9. Doors
   1. Hinged doors
   2. Sliding doors
   3. Tambour door
10. Drawers
    1. Design factors
    2. Components and assemblies
    3. Installing and adjusting drawers
11. Applying Finishing Materials
    1. Brushing
    2. Spraying
    3. Wiping
12. Kitchen Cabinets
    1. Planning and layout
    2. Installing modular kitchen cabinets
    3. Installing countertops
    4. Producing cabinets
13. Industrial Production Cabinetmaking
    1. Custom production
    2. Batch production
14. Employment in Cabinetmaking
    1. Levels of employment
    2. Finding employment
    3. Careers
    4. Self-employment

BCT 150 - Plumbing Basics

4 Credits, 6 Contact Hours
2 lecture periods 4 lab periods

Theories and concepts for plumbing and pipe fitting. Includes physics for plumbers, plumbing materials, water supplies, drainage, sewage disposal, pipe joint connections, pipe fittings, rough-in, valves and faucets, and fixtures.

Prerequisite(s): BCT 111  

1. Discuss the physical concepts and functions used in plumbing and pipe fitting.
2. Identify plumbing materials and demonstrate their use for the appropriate job.
3. Discuss the various sources of water purveyors.
4. Calculate and install required drain lines.
5. Describe sewer distribution and sewage disposal.
6. Describe connections used on different types of pipe.
7. Describe fittings used on different types of pipe.
8. Demonstrate roughing-in of plumbing to blueprint specifications.
9. Demonstrate installation and maintenance of valves, faucets, and cocks.
10. Install fixtures with supply and waste connections and determine rough-in measurements.

1. Steel pipe
2. Copper pipe
3. Brass pipe
4. Lead
5. Tin
6. Antimony
7. Babbit
8. Red/White lead
9. Plumber’s soil
10. Plastic pipe

1. Water Supplies
   1. Natural water sources
   2. City water sources
   3. Power pumps
2. Drainage
   1. House sewers
   2. Traps
3. Sewage Disposal
   1. Disposal system elements
   2. Septic tanks
   3. Grease traps
   4. Sewer distribution
   5. Siphon action
   6. Tank size calculations
   7. Septic tank maintenance
   8. Causes and removal of sewer obstructions
4. Pipe Joint Connections
   1. Bell-and spigot joints
   2. Cutting soil pipe
   3. Wrought pipe
   4. Coated cast iron pipe
   5. Corrosive waste pipe
5. Pipe Fittings
   1. Cast iron fittings
   2. Malleable iron fittings
   3. Brass fittings
   4. Steel fittings
   5. Drainage fittings
6. Roughing-In
   1. Measurements
   2. Roughing-in layout
   3. Special fittings used in roughing-in
   4. Testing
7. Valves and Faucets
   1. Valves
   2. Faucets
   3. Cocks
8. Fixtures
   1. Lavatories
   2. Supply connections
   3. Waste connections
   4. Roughing-in measurements

BCT 153 - Finishing Techniques in Cabinet and Furniture Making

1. Describe the safe and effective use of finishes and finishing equipment.
2. Discuss the reasons for using wood finishes.
3. Use methods of preparing the wood surface for finishing.
4. Use finishing tools and equipment.
5. Demonstrate the proper application of oil finishes.
6. Demonstrate the proper application of wood stains.
7. Demonstrate the proper application of wood pore fillers.
8. Describe the application of film finishes.
9. Demonstrate the proper application of shellac.
10. Demonstrate the proper application of lacquer.
11. Demonstrate the proper application of varnish.
12. Discuss the pros and cons of water-based finishes.
13. Demonstrate the proper application of conversion finishes.
14. Describe methods for choosing the appropriate finish for the job.
15. Demonstrate how to “finish” a finish.
16. Discuss methods for caring for different wood finishes.
17. Describe techniques for repairing damaged finishes.
18. Discuss choosing the right finish for a variety of different woods.
19. Describe the proper use of strippers in wood refinishing.

1. Safety and Use of Wood Finishing
   1. Importance of cross ventilation
   2. Personal protective equipment and respirators
   3. Variety of wood finishes
   4. Finishing equipment
2. Reasons for Finishing Wood
   1. Sanitation
   2. Stabilization
   3. Decoration
3. Preparing the Wood Surface for Finishing
   1. Sanding and smoothing
   2. Dents, gouges, and holes
   3. Wood putties
4. Tools for Applying Finishes
   1. Rags and brushes
   2. Spray guns and equipment
   3. Common spraying problems
5. Oil Finishes
   1. Types of oil finishes
   2. Choosing an oil finish
   3. Applying oil finishes
6. Wood Stains
   1. Understanding stains
   2. How woods react to stains
   3. Applying stain
7. Pore Fillers
   1. Using finish to fill the pores
   2. Using paste-wood filler to fill the pores
8. Introduction to Film Finishes
   1. Sealers and sanding sealers
   2. Understanding how finishes cure
   3. Solvents and thinners
9. Shellac
   1. How shellac performs
   2. Categories of shellac
   3. Applying shellac
10. Lacquer
    1. Characteristics of lacquer
    2. Applying lacquer
    3. Common problems with lacquer
11. Varnish
    1. Characteristics of varnish
    2. Applying varnish
    3. Common problems applying varnish
12. Water-Based Finishes
    1. Understanding water-based finishes
    2. Characteristics of water-based finishes
    3. Applying water-based finishes
13. Conversion Finishes
    1. Characteristics of conversion finishes
    2. Applying conversion finishes
14. Choosing a Finish
    1. Appearance, protection, and durability
    2. Ease of application and safety
    3. How to choose the best finish for the job
15. “Finishing” the Finish
    1. Factors in rubbing a finish
    2. Steel wool and synthetic steel wool
    3. Leveling and rubbing to a high gloss
16. Caring for Wood Finishes
    1. Causes of finish deterioration
    2. Preventing finish deterioration
    3. How to choose the right finish maintenance product
17. Repairing Finishes
    1. Repairing superficial damage
    2. Repairing color damage
    3. Repairing deep scratches and gouges
18. Finishing Different Woods
    1. Pine, oak, walnut, and mahogany
    2. Hard maple, cherry, ash, elm, and chestnut
    3. Aromatic red cedar
    4. Birch
    5. Oily woods
19. Strippers
    1. Stripping solvents and chemicals
    2. Choosing which stripper to use

BCT 159 - Furniture Design and Construction

1. Describe the basic materials used in furniture making.
2. Demonstrate the safe use of tools and equipment for furniture making.
3. Demonstrate basic techniques and joint construction for furniture.
4. Demonstrate advanced areas of furniture construction.
5. Discuss metal fittings/fasteners and their application in furniture making.
6. Demonstrate advanced furniture making techniques.
7. Demonstrate the use of drafting and workshop geometry.
8. Demonstrate various furniture designs and construction details.
9. Discuss restoration, repairs, and wood finishing techniques.

1. Basic Materials
   1. Woods (hardwoods and softwoods)
   2. Veneers and manufactured boards
   3. Plastics, leathers, and metals
   4. Adhesives and abrasives
2. Tools and Equipment Safety and Use
   1. Cabinet maker’s bench and accessories
   2. Hand tools
   3. Portable power tools and accessories
   4. Woodworking machinery
   5. Workshop layout and furnishings
3. Basic  Techniques and Joint Construction
   1. Wood preparation
   2. Edge jointing, dadoes, and rabbets
   3. Mortise and tenon and dowel joints
   4. Dovetailing
   5. Miters, scribes, and scarf joints
4. Advanced Areas of Furniture Construction
   1. Carcass construction
   2. Leg and frame construction
   3. Door, drawer, and tray construction
   4. Fall flaps, secretaries, cylinder falls, and tambours
5. Metal Fittings/Fasteners and their Applications
   1. Screws, nails and pins
   2. Hinges and locks
   3. Stays, bookcase fittings and castors
   4. Catches, bolts and handles
   5. Knock-up and knock-down fittings
6. Advanced Techniques in Furniture Making
   1. Veneering, marquetry and inlay
   2. Table Lining
   3. Mouldings and lippings/edgings
   4. Curved work
7. Drafting and Workshop Geometry
   1. Drawing office
   2. Common projections
   3. Perspective drawing
   4. Useful Geometry for furniture building
8. Furniture Designs and Construction Details
   1. Tables and desks
   2. Chests, cabinets and sideboards
   3. Bedroom furniture
   4. Seating and upholstery
   5. Furniture for religious worship
   6. Miscellaneous furniture
9. Restoration, Repairs and Wood Finishing
   1. Structural repairs
   2. Surface damage
   3. Wood finishing basics

BCT 172 - Electrical I

1. Describe electrical safety procedures on the job site.
2. Perform conduit bending requirements.
3. Demonstrate the use of anchors and supports.
4. Describe the use of electrical theory, including Ohm’s law series and parallel circuits for direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC).
5. Demonstrate the use of electrical test equipment.
6. Discuss the layout and types of information found in the National Electric Code (NEC).
7. Explain raceways, boxes, and fittings.
8. Describe the types and applications of conductors.
9. Read electrical prints.
10. Perform commercial and industrial wiring.
11. Perform residential wiring.

1. Electrical Safety
   1. Electrical hazards
   2. Job site setup
   3. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements at a job site
   4. Mandated lockout and tagout procedures
2. Conduit Bending
   1. Hand operated benders
   2. Step conduit benders
   3. Cutting conduit
   4. Reaming and threading conduit
3. Anchors and Supports
   1. Hardware used by electricians
   2. Systems used to mount and support boxes
   3. Installation safety
   4. Practical installation of anchors and supports
4. Electrical Theory
   1. Ohm’s law
   2. Electrical terms
   3. Atomic theory
   4. Electromotive force
   5. Resistance
   6. Electrical power equations
   7. Series circuits
   8. Parallel circuits
   9. Complex series and parallel circuits
   10. Kirchoff’s voltage and current laws
   11. Circuit analysis
5. Electrical Test Equipment
   1. Selection
   2. Inspection
   3. Maintenance
   4. Proper test procedures
   5. Safety rules
   6. Practical use of test equipment
6. National Electric Code
   1. Layout of the National Electric Code
   2. Types of information in the National Electric Code
   3. Problems using information in the National Electric Code handbook
7. Raceways, Boxes, and Fittings
   1. Application of raceways
   2. Applications of wireways
   3. Applications of ducts
   4. National Electrical Code requirements
   5. Practical applications of installing raceways, boxes and fittings
8. Conductors
   1. Types and applications of conductors
   2. Proper wiring techniques
   3. National Electric Code applications
9. Electrical Print Reading
   1. Electrical prints
   2. Drawings and symbols
   3. Information found on prints
   4. One line print
   5. Wiring diagrams
10. Electrical Wiring Commercial and Industrial
    1. Electrical devices
    2. Wiring techniques
       1. Construction
       2. Maintenance
    3. Mounting devices
    4. Making splices
    5. Installing receptacles
    6. National Electric Code applications
    7. Local electrical code applications
    8. Practical applications of commercial and industrial wiring installations
11. Electrical Wiring Residential
    1. Electrical devices
    2. Wiring techniques
    3. Making service calculations
    4. National Electric Code applications
    5. Local code requirements

BCT 173 - Electrical II

1. Discuss the applications of alternating current and calculations required in Ohm’s law.
2. Discuss the application of Direct Current (DC) and Alternating Current (AC) motors.
3. Demonstrate the ability to properly ground electrical installations.
4. Demonstrate the ability to bend conduit with hand, mechanical, and electrical benders.
5. Demonstrate the use of electrical boxes and fittings.
6. Describe the methods necessary to rig and transport wire conductors to the job site.

1. Alternating Current
   1. Characteristics of Alternating Current (AC)
   2. Application of Ohm’s law to AC circuits
2. Motor Installation
   1. Theory and application
   2. Direct Current (DC) motors
   3. Alternating Current (AC) motors
   4. Circuits and connections
3. Grounding of Structures and Equipment
   1. Purpose of grounding
   2. Bonding and grounding procedures
   3. National Electric Code (NEC) bonding and grounding requirements
4. Conduit Bending
   1. Types of bends in all type of conduits
   2. Mechanical bending
   3. Hydraulic benders
   4. Electric benders
5. Electrical Boxes and Fittings
   1. Outlet boxes
   2. NEC application to use of boxes
   3. Pull boxes
   4. Junction boxes
   5. Conduit and fittings
6. Conductor Installations
   1. Transportation of conductors
   2. Methods of rigging
   3. Cable pulls in raceways and cable trays

BCT 174 - Electrical III

4 Credits, 6 Contact Hours
2 lecture periods 4 lab periods

Continuation of BCT 173 . Includes conductor installation, cable tray, conductor termination and splices, electric service installation, circuit breakers and fuses, contactors and relays, and electrical lighting.

Prerequisite(s): BCT 173  or concurrent enrollment.
  

1. Demonstrate proper electrical conductor installations.
2. Describe the installation process of cable trays.
3. Demonstrate ability to perform conductor splicing in accordance with the National Electrical

Code 

4. Calculate electrical service size using the National Electric Code and describe the installation

of electrical services.

5. Describe the critical information on circuit breakers and fuses and demonstrate installation.

6. Discuss the application differences between relays and contactors.

7. Discuss the different types of electric lighting as they apply to residential, commercial, and in

industrial applications.

1. Conductor Installation
   1. Current carrying ability
   2. Skin effect
   3. National Electric Code (NEC) applications
2. Cable Tray
   1. Applications
   2. Installations
   3. Type of compartments in tray
   4. Installation of conductors in cable tray
3. Conductor Termination and Splices
   1. Types of splices
   2. Types of terminations
   3. Taping of splices
   4. Equipment use to make splices
4. Electric Service Installation
   1. Residential
   2. Commercial
   3. Calculation of service size
   4. Use of the National Electric Code in determining size
5. Circuit Breakers and Fuses
   1. Ampacity
   2. Multi-pole breakers
   3. Split breakers
   4. Fuse sizing
   5. Type of fuse to use
   6. Ratings of a fuse
6. Contactors and Relays
   1. Types of relays
   2. Types of contactors
   3. Motor controllers
   4. Star-Delta controllers
7. Electrical Lighting
   1. Principles of illumination
   2. Light sources available
   3. Applications/installations
      1. Residential
      2. Commercial
      3. Industrial

BCT 181 - Residential and Industrial Plumbing I

1. Discuss the concepts of the plumbing trade utilizing historic as well as modern technologies.
2. Demonstrate the proper use of hand and power tools.
3. Identify and read components of plumbing drawings.
4. Demonstrate the basic safety precautions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of plastic tubing and fittings.
5. Demonstrate the ability to properly measure, ream, cut, and join copper piping.
6. Discuss the ability to properly measure, cut, and join cast-iron piping.
7. Demonstrate the ability to properly measure, cut, and join carbon steel piping.
8. Identify types of corrugated stainless steel tubing.
9. Demonstrate installing bathroom faucets, a kitchen sink with garbage disposal, and a toilet.
10. Identify types and parts of a trap; explain the importance of traps, and how traps lose their seals.
11. Explain the relationships between components of a water distribution system.

1. Introduction to the Plumbing Profession
   1. History of plumbing
   2. Modern plumbing
      1. Water conservation
      2. Low flow fixtures
   3. Career opportunities in the construction industry
   4. Human relations
   5. Employer and employ safety obligations
2. Introduction to Plumbing Tools and Math
   1. Select and use plumbing hand and power tools
   2. Review basic math concepts
3. Introduction to Plumbing Drawing
   1. Components of construction drawings
   2. Reading plumbing drawings
   3. Types of drawings
4. Plastic Pipe and Fittings
   1. Materials
   2. Common fittings
   3. Hangers and supports
   4. Measuring, cutting and joining
5. Copper Pipe and Fittings
   1. Materials
   2. Common fittings and valves
   3. Hangers and pipe supports
   4. Measuring, cutting, reaming, bending, and joining
   5. Safety
6. Cast-Iron Pipe and Fittings
   1. Materials
   2. Common fittings and valves
   3. Hangers and supports
   4. Measuring, cutting, joining, and assembling
7. Carbon Steel Pipe and Fittings
   1. Materials
   2. Common fittings and valves
   3. Hangers and supports
   4. Measuring, cutting, joining, and assembling
8. Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing
   1. Flexible plastic-coated tubing
   2. Piping system components
   3. Connections and installation options
9. Fixtures and Faucets
   1. Materials used to make fixtures
   2. Basic types of fixtures
   3. Faucets
      1. Low flow
      2. No scalding
10. Introduction to Drain, Waste, and Vent (DWV) Systems
    1. DWV systems
    2. Fixture drains
    3. Traps
    4. Vents
    5. Sizing drains and vents
    6. Fittings and their applications
    7. Grade
    8. Building drain
    9. Building sewer
    10. Sewer main
    11. Waste treatment
11. Introduction to Water Distribution Systems
    1. Sources of water
       1. Public
       2. Private
       3. Roof
    2. Water treatment
    3. Supply and distribution
    4. Building supply
    5. Building distribution
    6. Fixtures and faucets

BCT 182 - Residential and Industrial Plumbing II

1. Calculate 45-degree offsets around obstructions.
2. Do a material takeoff for drainage, waste, and vent (DWV) and water supply systems from information shown on drawings.
3. Demonstrate the ability to test a DWV system.
4. Install a roof, floor, and area drain.
5. Demonstrate the ability to service various types of valves.

1. Offsets Around Obstructions
   1. Applied math
   2. Rolling offsets
   3. Calculating rolling offsets with a framing square
   4. Calculating 45 – degree offsets around obstructions
2. Reading Commercial Drawings
   1. Overview of commercial drawings
   2. Working with blueprints
   3. The worksheet drawings
3. Installing and Testing DWV Piping
   1. Plans
   2. Basic framing for lavatories and sinks
   3. Determining the location of the stack
   4. Change of direction of the building drain
   5. Installing the main stack
   6. Plumbing in slab-on-grade construction
   7. Installing pipe hangers and supports
   8. Grade
   9. Modifying the structural members
   10. Testing and inspecting DWV piping
4. Installing Roof, Floor, and Area Drains
   1. Basic parts of drains
   2. Special drains
   3. Determining requirements for floor drains
   4. Installing floor and area drains
   5. Installing roof drains
5. Servicing Various Types of Valves
   1. How valves operate
   2. Types of valves
   3. Special valves
   4. Materials
   5. Valve ratings
   6. Types of stems
   7. Bonnets
   8. End connections
   9. Repairing valves

BCT 183 - Residential and Industrial Plumbing III

1. Demonstrate the ability to safely size and install a water service line and provide for water hammer protection.
2. Demonstrate the ability to install bathtubs, shower stalls, valves, faucets, water closets, urinals, lavatories, sinks, and pop-up drains.
3. Demonstrate the use of proper electrical measuring equipment.
4. Install an electric water and a gas heater.
5. Design, size, purge, and test fuel gas systems.
6. Identify the proper procedures for repairing and maintaining fixtures and faucets.

1. Installing and Testing Water Supply Piping
   1. Plans
   2. Main to meter water service
   3. Water heater, softener, and hose bibbs
   4. Locating the fixtures
   5. Installing pipe hangers and supports
   6. Modifying the structural members
   7. Main supply lines
   8. Completing the installation
   9. Testing
2. Installing Fixtures, Valves, and Faucets
   1. Before you install the fixtures
   2. Installing bathtubs and shower stalls
   3. Installing valves and faucets
   4. Installing valves for water closets and urinals
   5. Installing lavatories, sinks, and pop-up drains
   6. Installing water closets
   7. Installing urinals
3. Introduction to Electricity
   1. Voltage
   2. Current
   3. Resistance
   4. Ohms Law
   5. Circuits
4. Installing Water Heaters
   1. Basic operation of water heaters
   2. Types of water heaters
   3. Indirect water heaters
   4. Selecting water heaters
   5. Installing water heaters
5. Fuel Gas Systems
   1. Types of oil and gas used as fuels
   2. Common factors in fuel systems
   3. Factors specific to gas, LPG, and fuel oil systems
6. Servicing of Fixtures, Valves and Faucets
   1. Servicing of fixtures, valves and faucets
   2. Types of valves
   3. Problems caused by installation and water

BCT 184 - National Electrical Code I

1. Describe the scope, arrangement, definitions, and installation requirements of the code.
2. Discuss the procedures for installing and protecting electrical circuits.
3. Describe the procedures for correctly sizing and installing the proper conductors, cables, boxes, raceways, and fittings.
4. Discuss the general requirements, construction specifications, and installation of the various types of general equipment used in electrical circuits.

1. Introduction to the National Electrical Code
   1. Article 90 Introduction
   2. Article 100 Definitions
   3. Article 110 Requirements for electrical installations
2. Wiring and Protection
   1. Article 200 Use and identification of grounded neutral conductor
   2. Article 210 Branch circuits   
   3. Article 215 Feeders
   4. Article 220 Branch-circuit, feeder, and service calculations
   5. Article 225 Outside wiring
   6. Article 230 Services
   7. Article 240 Overcurrent protection
   8. Article 250 Grounding and bonding
   9. Article 280 Surge arresters
   10. Article 285 Transient Voltage Surge Suppressors (TVSSs)
3. Wiring Methods and Materials    
   1. Article 300 Wiring methods
   2. Article 310 Conductors for general wiring
   3. Article 312 Cabinets, cutout boxes, and meter socket enclosures
   4. Article 314 Outlet, device, pull and junction boxes, conduit bodies, and handhole enclosures
   5. Article 320 Armored Cable (Type AC)
   6. Article 330 Metal-clad Cable (Type MC)
   7. Article 334 Nonmetallic-sheathed Cable (Types NM and NMC)
   8. Article 336 Power and control Tray Cable (Type TC)
   9. Article 338 Service-Entrance cables (Type SE and USE)
   10. Article 340 Underground Feeder and branch-circuit cable (Type UF)
   11. Article 342 Intermediate Metal Conduit (Type IMC)
   12. Article 344 Rigid Metal Conduit (Type RMC)    
   13. Article 348 Flexible Metal Conduit (Type FMC)
   14. Article 350 Liquidtight Flexible Metal Conduit (Type LMFC)
   15. Article 352 Rigid Nonmetallic Conduit (Type RNC)
   16. Article 353 High-Density Polyethylene Conduit (Type HDPE)
   17. Article 354 Nonmetallic Underground Conduit with Conductors (Type NUCC)
   18. Article 356 Liquidtight Flexible Nonmetallic Conduit (Type LFNC)
   19. Article 358 Electric Metallic Tubing (Type EMT)
   20. Article 362 Electrical Nonmetallic Tubing (Type ENT)
   21. Article 376 Metal wireways
   22. Article 378 Nonmetallic wireways
   23. Article 380 Multioutlet assembly
   24. Article 384 Strut-type channel raceways
   25. Article 386 Surface metal raceways
   26. Article 388 Surface nonmetallic raceways
   27. Article 392 Cable trays
4. Equipment for General Use
   1. Article 400 Flexible cords and flexible cables 
   2. Article 402 Fixture wires
   3. Article 404 Switches
   4. Article 408 Switchboards and panelboards
   5. Article 410 Luminaires, lampholders, and lamps
   6. Article 411 Lighting systems operating at 30V or less
   7. Article 422 Appliances
   8. Article 424 Fixed electric space-heating  
   9. Article 430 Motors, motor circuits, and controllers
   10. Article 440 Air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment
   11. Article 445 Generators
   12. Article 450 Transformers and transformer vaults
   13. Article 460 Capacitors

BCT 190 - Fieldwork for Construction

1. Develop goals for the fieldwork experience.
2. Identify project for approval by the instructor of record/department chair.
3. Develop a plan for fieldwork training.

To be determined by the student and instructor of record/department chair.

BCT 202 - Construction Business Management

1. Design, plan, organize and choose the form of business needed.
2. Determine the risk involved in starting a business.
3. Describe all the components of project management.
4. Develop an estimate for a construction job.
5. Develop a procedure for scheduling a construction job.
6. Determine the environmental and safety considerations for construction work.
7. Determine employer obligations for a construction company.
8. Describe financial management plan for construction industry.
9. Describe contract laws related to construction.
10. Describe the state requirements for Arizona contractors.

1. Planning and Organizing
   1. Business ownership
   2. How to choose the form of business wanted
      1. Sole proprietorship
      2. Corporation
      3. Other forms of organizations
      4. Business plan
      5. Establishing a business
2. Risk Management
   1. Contracts and insurance protection against risk
   2. Bonding for liability protection
      1. Contracting risk
      2. Insurance
      3. Types of policies
      4. Bonding
      5. Warranties
3. Project Management
   1. Efficient use of materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractors
   2. Project budget
   3. Schedule
   4. Pay reports
   5. Shop drawings and submittals
   6. Change orders
   7. Job records
      1. Project superintendent
      2. Reports and records
      3. Quality control
      4. Material control
      5. Schedules
      6. Budget control
4. Estimating
   1. Cost determination
   2. Accounting
   3. Cost control
   4. Scheduling
   5. Purchasing
   6. Construction work
      1. Bidding
      2. Material takeoff
      3. Estimating labor cost
      4. Equipment needs
      5. Security
      6. Overhead
      7. Profit
      8. Control
5. Scheduling
   1. Phase controls
   2. Resource requirements
      1. Benefits of scheduling
      2. Planning
      3. Scheduling
      4. Control function
6. Environmental and Safety Laws
   1. Pollution control
   2. Statutes and laws
      1. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
      2. Design and site consideration
      3. Water quality
      4. Air quality
      5. Solid and hazardous waste
      6. Legal consequences
      7. Federal regulations
      8. Contractor obligations
7. Employer Obligations
   1. Laws dealing directly with relationships between the employer and the employees
   2. Fair labor standard act
      1. Workers compensation
      2. Americans with disabilities
      3. Immigration and naturalization
      4. Unemployment compensation
      5. Child support enforcement
      6. Payment of taxes
      7. Payroll reports
      8. Personnel files
8. Financial Management
   1. Financial plan for success in the construction industry
   2. Accounting procedures for the construction industry
      1. Accounting system
      2. Documents
      3. Journals
      4. Cash basis
      5. Accrual basis
      6. Contracts
      7. Balance statements
      8. Income statements
      9. Working capital
9. Contract Law
   1. What is a contract?
   2. Contract types
   3. Breach of contract
   4. Acceptance  
   5. Oral vs. written
   6. General contracting terms
10. Arizona State Requirements for Contractors
    1. Obtaining a contractor’s license
    2. Incorporating a business
    3. Arizona business taxes
    4. Arizona payroll requirements
    5. Arizona income taxes
    6. Lien laws
    7. Safety regulations
    8. Contractor laws
    9. Rule and regulations

BCT 231 - Residential and Industrial HVAC IV

1. Perform a refrigerant leak detection procedure.
2. Perform electrical troubleshooting checks on a single phase compressor.
3. Identify various types of metering devices.
4. Demonstrate the proper cleaning procedures for an ice machine.
5. Explain the terms and concepts used when working with hot water heating and chilled water cooling systems.
6. Describe the basic steam heating cycle.

1. Refrigerants and Oils
   1. Refrigerant structure
   2. Refrigerant identification
   3. Refrigerant composition
   4. Refrigerant leaks
   5. Lubrication oils
   6. Oil and the refrigeration system
   7. Oil handling guidelines
   8. System conversion
2. Compressors
   1. Role of compressors
   2. Open, hermetic, and semi hermetic compressors
   3. Types of compressors
   4. Capacity control of compressors
   5. Compressor electric drive motors
   6. Other compressor protection devices
   7. Reduced voltage motor starting
   8. Causes of compressor failure
   9. System checkout following compressor failure
   10. Compressor change out
3. Metering Devices
   1. Basic operation
   2. Fixed metering devices
   3. Expansion valves
   4. Distributors
   5. TXV replacement
   6. Metering device problems
4. Retail Refrigeration Systems
   1. Mechanical refrigeration systems
   2. Defrost systems
   3. Retail refrigeration equipment and fixtures
   4. Common refrigeration system controls
   5. Troubleshooting
5. Commercial Hydronic Systems
   1. Water concept review
   2. Commercial hot water heating system components
   3. Chilled water cooling systems
   4. Chilled water system components
   5. Dual temperature water systems
   6. Commercial water piping systems
   7. Water system balancing
6. Steam Systems
   1. Fundamentals and properties of water
   2. Steam cycle principles of operation
   3. Steam boilers, boiler controls, and accessories
   4. Valves
   5. Heat exchangers/converters
   6. Terminals
   7. Steam traps and strainers
   8. Troubleshooting steam traps
   9. Condensate return and feedwater system components

J.         Flash tanks

K.         Steam system piping

L          Steam and condensate pipe sizing

M.        Boiler blowdown and skimming

N.         Boiler water treatment

BCT 232 - Residential and Industrial HVAC V

1. Describe planned maintenance and service procedures required for selected HVAC equipment and components.
2. Demonstrate how to test water using a water analysis test kit.
3. Analyze circuit diagrams and other manufacturers’ literature to determine the operating sequence of microprocessor controlled systems.
4. Describe the safety precautions that must be taken when servicing oil heating systems.
5. Demonstrate how to isolate and correct malfunctions in a heat pump using the correct tools and instruments.
6. Identify and properly use the service instruments needed to troubleshoot HVAC system accessories.

1. Planned Maintenance

1. Fossil fuel heating appliances
2. Cooling units
3. Heat pumps
4. Accessories

1. Water Treatment
   1. Water characteristics and analysis
   2. Problems caused by using untreated water
   3. Water treatment in open recirculating water systems
   4. Water treatment in closed recirculating water systems
   5. Water treatment in steam boilers and systems
   6. Mechanical water treatment equipment
   7. General water treatment procedures and guidelines
   8. Water treatment chemical safety precautions
2. Troubleshooting Electronic Controls
   1. Microprocessor controls
   2. Troubleshooting microprocessor-controlled systems
   3. External causes of failure
   4. Electronic controls in heating systems
   5. Cooling systems and heat pumps
   6. Test instruments
   7. Standardization
3. Troubleshooting Oil Heating
   1. Typical operation
   2. Oil burner troubleshooting
   3. Troubleshooting controls
   4. System troubleshooting
   5. Condensing oil furnaces
4. Troubleshooting Heat Pumps    

1. Heat pump operation
2. Electrical operating sequence
3. Troubleshooting

1. Troubleshooting Accessories

1. Troubleshooting approach
2. Humidifiers
3. Electronic air cleaners
4. Ultraviolet lamps
5. Economizers, zone control, and heat recovery ventilators

BCT 233 - Residential and Industrial HVAC VI

1. Interpret shop drawings and apply them to the plans and specifications.
2. Identify the causes and corrective actions used to remedy the more common indoor air problems.
3. Identify selected energy conservation equipment and describe how they operate.
4. Identify the major components of a building management system and describe how they fit together.

1. Construction Drawings and Specifications
   1. Reading blueprints
   2. Request for information
   3. Specifications
   4. Shop drawings
   5. Submittals
   6. As-built drawings
   7. Takeoffs
2. Indoor Air Quality
   1. Long-term and short-term effects of poor indoor air quality (IAQ)
   2. Good indoor air quality
   3. Sources of building contaminants
   4. Elements of a building IAQ inspection and survey
   5. Achieving acceptable indoor air quality
   6. IAQ and energy-efficient systems and equipment
   7. Gas detectors and analyzers
   8. Duct cleaning
   9. IAQ and forced-air duct systems
   10. HVAC contractor liability
3. Energy Conservation Equipment
   1. Heat recovery and reclaim methods and equipment
   2. Economizers
   3. Heat recovery in steam systems
   4. Electric utility energy demand reduction systems
   5. Process system heat and energy recovery
4. Building Management Systems
   1. Basic digital controller
   2. Direct digital control (DDC) network types
   3. Building management system architecture
   4. User interfaces
   5. Interoperability
   6. Interpreting front-end software
   7. Installation

BCT 234 - Residential and Industrial HVAC VII

4 Credits, 6 Contact Hours
2 lecture periods 4 lab periods

Continuation of BCT 233 . Includes water treatment, system startup and shutdown, heating and cooling system design, and commercial and industrial refrigeration systems.

Prerequisite(s): BCT 233  or concurrent enrollment.
  

1. Describe the types of problems and related remedies associated with water problems that can occur in the different types of water and steam systems.
2. Describe how to prepare, clean, start up, and shut down a steam boiler, hot-water boiler, reciprocating liquid chiller, centrifugal or screw liquid chiller, and an air handler and a forced-air distribution system, and demonstrate how to clean condenser tubes.
3. Identify the steps in the system design process, the principles that affect the selection of equipment to satisfy the calculated heating and/or cooling load, and perform a load calculation of a residence.
4. Identify the basic components, various accessories, control devices used, and perform an operational checkout of a commercial/industrial refrigeration system.

1. Water Treatment
   1. Water characteristics and analysis
   2. Problems caused by using untreated water
   3. Water treatment in open recirculating water systems
   4. Water treatment in closed recirculating water systems
   5. Water treatment in steam boilers and systems
   6. Mechanical water treatment equipment
   7. General water treatment procedures and guidelines
   8. Water treatment chemical safety precautions
2. System Startup and Shutdown
   1.  Steam/hot-water boilers and systems
   2.  Reciprocating chillers and water systems
   3.  Centrifugal chillers and water systems
   4.  Screw chillers and water systems
   5.  Cooling tower water systems
   6.  Air handling unit/air distribution system
   7.  Packaged year-round air-conditioning units
   8.  Post-shutdown maintenance
3. Heating and Cooling System Design
   1.  Overview of the design process
   2.  Building evaluation/survey
   3.  Load estimating
   4.  Equipment selection
   5.  Air distribution system duct design
   6.  Support systems
   7.  Load estimating for commercial buildings

IV. Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Systems

1.  Refrigeration and the preservation of food products
2.  Refrigerated coolers and display equipment
3.  Refrigerated transport units
4.  Refrigeration systems and components
5.  Refrigeration system control devices
6.  Packaged ice making equipment
7.  Refrigerants and refrigerant oils
8.  Retrofit procedures guidelines
9.  Ammonia systems
10.  Secondary coolants

BCT 235 - National Electric Code Commercial Wiring Applications

1. Discuss the application of building plans, specifications, and working drawings.
2. Determine the minimum lighting load for a given area and conductor selection.
3. Demonstrate installation of various types of switches and receptacles.        
4. Identify the installation requirements for a raceway, box, and fitting.
5. Describe the appropriate method for installing electrical circuits and motors in appliances.
6. Describe the minimum overcurrent protection device rating for feeders.
7. Demonstrate how to select and install raceways and multioutlet assemblies.
8. Demonstrate how to correctly place and number circuits in a panelboard.
9. Describe the different service types.
10. Identify the parts of the three most popular types of lamps.
11. Describe an emergency power system.
12. Demonstrate how to select and install overcurrent protection devices.

1. Commercial Building Plans, Specifications, and Drawings
   1. Commercial building specifications
      1. General clauses and conditions
      2. Supplementary general conditions
   2. Working drawings
      1. Blueprints
      2. Electrical symbols
2. Electrical Loads and Branch Circuits
   1. Lighting load calculations
      1. Lighting loads
      2. Other loads
   2. Conductor selection
      1. Type
      2. Size
      3. Components

1. Switches and Receptacles
   1. Receptacles
      1. Hospital grade
      2. Ground fault circuit interrupters
   2. Snap switches
      1. Types
      2. Connections

1. Branch Circuit Installations
   1. Raceways
      1. Types
      2. Installation
   2. Boxes and fittings
      1. Styles
      2. Sizing
2. Motor and Appliance Circuits
   1. Appliance
      1. Over current protection
      2. Grounding
   2. Basics of motor circuits
      1. Disconnecting means
      2. Overload protection
3. Feeders  
   1. Requirements
      1. Overcurrent protection
      2. Conductors
   2. Component selection
      1. Size
      2. Harmonics
4. Special Systems and Circuits
   1. Surface metal raceways
   2. Multioutlet assemblies
      1. Loading allowances
      2. Receptacle wiring
   3. Communications systems
      1. Telephone
      2. Power
   4. Sump pump control
   5. Boiler control
5. Panelboard Selection and Installation
   1. Construction
      1. Sizing
      2. Overcurrent protection
   2. Installation
6. Electric Service Equipment
   1. Transformers
      1. Protection
      2. Connection
   2. Service entrance
      1. Metering
      2. Grounding
      3. Ground fault protection

1. Lamps and Luminaries
   1. Lamps
      1. Types
      2. Application
      3. Characteristics
   2. Luminaries
      1. Types
      2. Select
      3. Install
2. Emergency and Standby Power Systems
   1. Legal Requirements
   2. Sources of power
   3. Emergency generator source
3. Overcurrent Protection
   1. Fuses and circuit breakers
      1. Type
      2. Class
      3. Rating
   2. Calculations           
   3. Conduction protection
      1. Withstand rating
      2. Heating

BCT 236 - Residential and Industrial Plumbing IV

1. Identify the weights and measures used in the English and metric systems.
2. Demonstrate how to size pipe for different flow rates.
3. Demonstrate how to install water-conditioning equipment.
4. Describe the principles of backflow due to back siphonage or back pressure.

1. Applied Math
   1. Weights and measures
   2. Measuring area and volume
   3. Temperature, pressure and force
   4. Simple machines
2. Sizing Water Supply Piping
   1. Factors affecting water supply piping
   2. Laying out the water supply system
   3. Sizing water supply piping
3. Potable Water Treatment
   1. Installation of water-conditioning equipment
   2. Disinfecting the water supply
   3. Filtering and softening the water supply
   4. Troubleshooting water supply problems
4. Backflow Preventers
   1. Backflow and cross-connections
   2. Types of backflow preventers
   3. Specialty backflow preventers

BCT 237 - Residential and Industrial Plumbing V

1. Demonstrate how to construct a vent system.
2. Calculate the size of building drains and sewer systems.
3. Demonstrate how to disassemble, repair, and reassemble a sump pump.
4. Demonstrate how to connect corrosive resistant piping together using the proper techniques and materials.
5. Identify components of compressed air systems.

1. Types of Venting
   1. How vents work
   2. Designing a vent installation
   3. Types of vents
2. Sizing DWV and Storm Systems
   1. Sizing drain, waste, and vent systems
   2. Sizing storm drainage systems
3. Sewage Pumps and Sump Pumps
   1. Sewage removal systems
   2. Storm water removal systems
   3. Troubleshooting and repairing sewage and storm water removal systems
4. Corrosive Resistant Waste Piping
   1. Types of corrosive waste
   2. Pipe materials for corrosive wastes
   3. Installing corrosive resistant waste piping systems
   4. Hazard communications
5. Compressed Air
   1. Working safely with compressed air
   2. Principles of compressed air systems
   3. Components of compressed air systems
   4. Installing compressed air systems

BCT 238 - Residential and Industrial Plumbing VI

4 Credits, 6 Contact Hours
2 lecture periods 4 lab periods

Continuation of BCT 237 . Includes concepts and practices essential to competitive and successful plumbing businesses. Also includes business principles for plumbers, introductory skills for the crew leader, water pressure booster and recirculation systems, indirect and special waste, and hydronic and solar heating systems.

Prerequisite(s): BCT 237  
  

1. Describe how components of cost relate to profit and loss in the plumbing business.
2. Discuss current issues and organizational structure in the construction industry today.
3. Explain the maintenance and basic troubleshooting processes for water pressure booster systems.
4. Identity the components of a indirect waste system
5. Describe the procedures for roughing-in and testing of the piping in hydronic or solar heating systems.

            A.         On-the-job task organization

            B.         Introductory Skills for the Crew Leader

           C.         Orientation to the job

II.          Leadership Skills

1.       Safety
2.       Project Control

III.         Water Pressure Booster and Recirculation Systems

            A.         Water pressure booster systems

            B.         Recirculation systems

IV.        Indirect and Special Waste

            A.         Indirect systems

            B.         Special waste systems

V.         Hydronic and Solar Heating

            A.         Principles of hydronic and solar heating systems

            B.         Types of hydronic and solar heating systems

            C.         Installing hydronic and solar heating systems

BCT 239 - Residential and Industrial Plumbing VII

1. Explain the procedures for modifying plumbing codes.
2. Describe different types of corrosion and their effects on pipes.
3. Identify the qualities of a good well.
4. Discuss the installation and maintenance of private waste disposal systems.
5. Identify swimming pool, hot tub systems, and components. 
6. State code issues and drainage, waste, and vent (DWV) systems specific to mobile home parks and travel trailer parks.

1. Codes
   1. History of codes
   2. Model codes
   3. How codes work
   4. Typical chapters of a model code
   5. The worksheet
2. Servicing Piping Systems, Fixtures, and Appliances
   1. General guidelines for service calls
   2. Servicing water supply systems
   3. Servicing DWV systems
   4. Pipe corrosion
   5. Servicing plumbing fixtures
   6. Installing additional fixtures and appliances
3. Private Water Supply Well Systems
   1. Drilling wells
   2. Selecting and installing pumps
   3. Selecting and installing water supply lines
   4. Selecting and installing water storage tanks
4. Private Waste Disposal Systems
   1. Types of private waste disposal systems
   2. Locating and sizing soil absorption systems
   3. Installing private waste disposal systems
   4. Cleaning and servicing septic and aeration tanks
5. Swimming Pools and Hot Tubs
   1. Private swimming pools
   2. Hot tubs and spas
   3. The Worksheet
6. Plumbing for Mobile Homes and Travel Trailers
   1. Plumbing for mobile homes and travel trailers
   2. Water supply and DWV systems for mobile home parks
   3. Water supply and DWV systems for travel trailer parks

BCT 245 - Carpentry II

1. Describe techniques for reading and interpreting construction drawings.
2. Describe principles, equipment, and methods used in site layout.
3. Explain the properties of concrete and reinforcing materials.
4. Construct forms for continuous, stepped continuous, pier, grade beam, and edge forms.
5. Explain the applications and construction of concrete forms used for various types of job built forms, including wall, column, slab-and-beam, and stair forms.

1. Techniques for Reading Construction Drawings and Specifications
   1. Read and interpret construction drawings
   2. Purpose of written specifications
      1. Symbols
      2. Lines
      3. Elevations
      4. Schedules
      5. Abbreviations
      6. Takeoffs
      7. Sections
2. Site Layout, Measurement, and Leveling
   1. Principles and methods
   2. Equipment
      1. Builders Level
      2. Transit
   3. Layout responsibilities of surveyors, field engineers, and carpenters
   4. Site and plot plan drawings
      1. Convert measurements with equivalent measurements, feet to inches, decimal feet or fractions of feet or inches or vice versa
      2. Using taping and chaining equipment
      3. Pacing distances
      4. Builders level or transit and differential leveling procedures
      5. 3-4-5 rule for 90 degree angles
3. Concrete Materials and Concrete Reinforcement Materials
   1. Properties, characteristics, and uses of various types of cement, aggregates, and other additives
   2. Procedures for concrete volume estimates and testing of freshly mixed concrete
   3. Reinforcement materials used in concrete
      1. Various types of cement and their uses
      2. Slump testing
      3. Aggregates
      4. Casting
      5. Reinforcement
4. Construction of Forms for Footings and On-grade Slabs
   1. Forming terms and parts of forms
   2. Procedures for constructing basic footings and edge forms
      1. Various kinds of footings
      2. Parts of footings and their purpose
      3. Parts of pier forms and their purpose
      4. Lay out and construct selected footing forms
      5. Strip forms
      6. Screeds
      7. Edge forms
      8. Continuous and step continuous forms
      9. Grade beam forms
5. Concrete Forms
   1. Components of each type of form
   2. Erect, plumb, and brace concrete forms
      1. Basic, wall form with walers, and strongbacks
      2. Ganged wall form
      3. Radius wall form
      4. Column form
      5. Beam form and shoring
      6. Stair form
      7. Slab and beam forms

BCT 265 - Sustainability for Building Trades

1. Discuss current green building standards.
2. Explore strategies for employing green building design and development.
3. Examine environmental impacts of building or not building green.
4. Investigate economic impacts of building or not building green.
5. Identify and research historical perspectives of green building practices.
6. Develop a vocabulary of technical terms related to environmental projects with the impact of sustainable design.
7. Demonstrate the ability to understand the roll of the owner, contractor, civil engineer, architect, building official and the LEED Accredited Professional (AP).
8. Evaluate cost implication of green building.
9. Discuss site development, sustainable water usage onsite, and impacts and control of water runoff.
10. Explain site selection strategies.
11. Discuss building commissioning, startup, and use with identification of key players.

1. Green Building Fundamentals and Sustainability in the Building Industry
   1. The bottom line
   2. Economic, social, and environmental imperatives          
2. Sustainable Design and Green Building
   1. Sustainable design practices
   2. Reduction, reuse, and recycling of materials
   3. Green building practices
   4. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
3. Evaluating Cost Implications of Green Building
   1. Soft and capital costs
   2. Life-cycle cost and long term investment considerations
4. Site Development Considerations
   1. Site evaluation
   2. Site development
   3. Brownfield development strategies
   4. Encouraging alternative transportation
   5. Reducing site disturbance
   6. Reducing heat island effect
   7. Reducing pollution of site from building and lighting
   8. Building orientation          
5. Managing Site Water Runoff
   1. Erosion and sedimentation
   2. Stormwater management
6. Improving Water Use Efficiency
   1. Water efficient landscaping
   2. Water efficient buildings
   3. Recycling wastewater
   4. Rainwater reuse
7. Improving a Buildings Energy Efficiency
   1. Heating and cooling systems
   2. Passive solar heating and cooling
   3. Maximizing energy performance
8. Renewable Energy Sources    
   1. Wind, photovoltaic,
   2. solar thermal, geothermal,
   3. hydroelectric, biomass, and tidal systems
9. Onsite Renewable Energy Sources
   1. Photovoltaic
   2. Biomass
   3. Geothermal
   4. Wind
   5. Hybrid systems
10. Improving a Building’s Material Use
    1. Reusing existing building stock
    2. Selecting building materials
    3. Recycled materials
    4. Material transportation impacts
    5. Rapidly renewable resources
    6. Recycling construction waste
11. Improving a Building’s Indoor Environmental Quality
    1. Ventilation systems
    2. Methods for improving indoor air quality during construction

BCT 271 - Electrical IV

1. Use load calculations to determine branch circuit conductor size.
2. Select conductors for various temperature ranges and atmospheres.
3. Identify the general lighting pattern produced by each type of fixture.
4. Define the various classifications of hazardous locations.
5. Select and size overcurrent protection for specific applications.

1. Load Calculations-Branch and Feeder Circuits
   1. Services
   2. Feeders
   3. Branch circuits
   4. Single and multi-motor circuits
2. Conductor Selection and Calculations
   1. Selection
   2. Insulation
   3. Current carrying ability
   4. Temperature rating
3. Practical Applications of Lighting
   1. Types
   2. Lamps
   3. Ballast
   4. Troubleshooting
   5. Controls
4. Hazardous Locations
   1. Classes of hazards
   2. Components
   3. Seals
   4. Approved equipment
5. Over Current Protection
   1. Fuses
   2. Circuit breakers

BCT 272 - Electrical V

1. Describe the purpose of switchgear.
2. Explain the NEC requirements governing the installation of transformers.
3. Identify the NEC requirements and purposes of service grounding.
4. Size and select overcurrent protection devices for motors.
5. Define the different categories for voice-data-video (VDV) cabling systems.
6. Select and size contactors and relays for use in specific electrical motor control systems.

1. Distribution Equipment
   1. One-line drawings
   2. Load size
   3. Ground fault circuitry
2. Transformers
   1. Types
   2. Construction
   3. Connections
   4. Protection
   5. Grounding
3. Commercial Electrical Services
   1. Components
   2. Installation considerations
   3. NEC requirements
4. Motor Calculations
   1. Size conductors
   2. Grounding
   3. Wye and delta connections
   4. Capacitors
5. Voice, Data, and Video
   1. Installation
   2. Termination
   3. Testing
6. Motor Controls
   1. Cord and plug motor controllers
   2. Typical motor control circuits
   3. Electronic controls

BCT 273 - Electrical VI

1. Calculate loads and ampacities for single-phase and three-phase feeders.
2. Describe the categories and branch portions of the distributions circuits.
3. Explain the difference between emergency systems, legally required standby systems, and optional standby systems.
4. Identify electronic system components.
5. Define the unique terminology associated with fire alarm systems.
6. Identify various specialty transformer applications.

1. Load Calculations-Feeders and Services
   1. Services
   2. Feeders
   3. Branch circuits
   4. Single and multi-motor circuits
2. Health Care Facilities
   1. Installation of circuits
   2. Requirements for life safety
   3. Critical circuits
3. Stand-by and Emergency Systems
   1. NEC requirements
   2. Electric generators
   3. Storage batteries
4. Basic Electronic Theory
   1. Electronic motors
   2. Control circuits
5. Fire Alarm Systems
   1. Security
   2. Fire
   3. Installation
6. Specialty Transformers
   1. Potential
   2. Current
   3. Constant current
   4. Shielded
   5. Sizing
   6. Installation

BCT 274 - Electrical VII

1. Explain the use of solid state controls.
2. Demonstrate the proper installation procedures for security and fire systems.
3. Discuss the installation of specialty transformers.
4. Differentiate standby and emergency power systems.
5. Discuss welding machines and their power requirements.
6. Troubleshoot HVAC controls.
7. Describe heat tracing and freeze protection.

1. Advanced Controls
   1. Solid-state
   2. Motor breaking
   3. Safety interlocks
2. Signaling Systems
   1. Security
   2. Fire
   3. Installation
3. Specialty Transformers
   1. Potential
   2. Current
   3. Constant current
   4. Shielded
   5. Sizing
   6. Installation
4. Standby and Emergency Systems
   1. Generators
   2. Batteries
5. Welding Machines
   1. Types
   2. Method of operation
6. HVAC Controls
   1. Internal controls
   2. Solid-state circuitry
   3. Safety controls
7. Heat Tracing and Freeze Protection
   1. Installation techniques
   2. Resistance heating
   3. Impedance heating
   4. Skin effect heating

BCT 284 - National Electrical Code II

1. Describe the scope, arrangement, definitions, and installation requirements of the code.
2. Discuss the hazards of the different types of environments, facilities, buildings, and installations.
3. Describe the requirements for electrical equipment, lighting accessories, and wiring systems for relocatable wired partitions.
4. Determine the requirements for emergency and standby power systems, interconnected power sources, and low-voltage, low-power wiring.
5. Describe the wiring requirements for communications systems.

1. Introduction to the National Electrical Code
   1. Article 90 Introduction
   2. Article 100 Definitions
   3. Article 110 Requirements for electrical installations
2. Special Occupancies
   1. Article 500 Hazardous (classified) locations
   2. Article 510 Class I hazardous (classified) locations
   3. Article 502 Class II hazardous (classified) locations
   4. Article 503 Class III hazardous (classified) locations
   5. Article 504 Intrinsically safe systems
   6. Article 511 Commercial garages, repair, and storage
   7. Article 513 Aircraft hangers
   8. Article 514 Motor fuel dispensing facilities
   9. Article 517 Health care facilities
   10. Article 518 Assembly operations
   11. Article 525 Carnivals, circuses, fairs, and similar events
   12. Article 547 Agricultural buildings
   13. Article 550 Mobile homes, manufactured homes, and mobile home parks
   14. Article 551 Recreational vehicles and recreational vehicle parks
   15. Article 555 Marinas and boatyards
   16. Article 590 Temporary installations     
3. Special Equipment
   1. Article 600 Electrical signs and outline lighting
   2. Article 604 Manufactured wiring systems   
   3. Article 605 Office furnishings (wired partitions)
   4. Article 620 Elevators, escalators, and moving walks
   5. Article 625 Electric vehicle charging systems
   6. Article 630 Electric welders
   7. Article 640 Audio signal processing, amplification, and reproduction equipment
   8. Article 645 Information technology equipment
   9. Article 647 Sensitive electronic equipment
   10. Article 680 Swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, fountains, and similar installations
   11. Article 690 Solar photovoltaic systems
   12. Article 692 Fuel cell systems
   13. Article 695 Fire pumps
4. Special Conditions    
   1. Article 700 Emergency power systems
   2. Article 701 Legally required standby power systems
   3. Article 702 Optional standby power systems
   4. Article 720 Circuits and equipment operating at less than 50 volts
   5. Article 725 Class 1, class 2, and class 3 remote-control, signaling, and power-limited circuits
   6. Article 760 Fire alarm systems
   7. Article 770 Optical fiber cables and raceways
5. Communication Systems
   1. Article 800 Communication circuits 
   2. Article 810 Radio and television equipment
   3. Article 820 Community Antenna Television (CATV) and radio distribution systems
   4. Article 830 Network-powered broadband communication systems

BCT 286 - International Residential Code (IRC) I

1. Describe the administrative purpose of the code and the issuance of permits.
2. Discuss the trade terms and definitions.
3. Describe the building and planning criteria.
4. Determine the foundation requirements.
5. Determine the floor requirements.
6. Determine the wall construction requirements.
7. Determine the wall covering requirements.
8. Determine the ceiling roof-construction requirements.
9. Determine the roof assemblies requirements.
10. Determine the chimneys and fireplace requirements.

1. Administration
   1. Purpose of code
   2. Issuance of permits
2. Definitions
   1. General
   2. Definitions
3. Building and Planning
   1. Building design criteria
   2. Detail elements of consideration
4. Foundations
   1. General requirements
   2. Materials
5. Floors
   1. General requirements
   2. Materials
6. Wall construction
   1. General requirements
   2. Materials
7. Wall Covering
   1. General requirements
   2. Materials
8. Ceiling Roof-Construction
   1. General requirements
   2. Materials
9. Roof Assemblies
   1. General requirements
   2. Materials
10. Chimneys and Fireplaces
    1. General requirements
    2. Materials

BCT 287 - International Residential Code (IRC) II

1. Describe the energy-efficiency related requirements.
2. Determine mechanical system requirements.
3. Determine plumbing System requirements.
4. Determine electrical system requirements.
5. Discuss how to access the referenced standards.

1. Energy-Efficiency
   1. Scope
   2. Compliance
2. Mechanical Systems
   1. General requirements
   2. Provisions
3. Plumbing Systems
   1. General requirements
   2. Materials
4. Electrical Systems
   1. General requirements
   2. Materials
5. Referenced Standards
   1. Agency
   2. Application

BCT 290 - Building and Construction Technologies Capstone

4 Credits, 10 Contact Hours
1 lecture period 9 lab periods

Supervised workplace placement in the building construction trades field. Includes the application of building construction concepts and techniques. Also includes critical thinking, problem solving, personnel management, leadership, oral and written communication skills.

Information: Student must be working toward an AAS in Applied Technology . Satisfactory completion of pathway for three semesters or instructor approval. The students’ work experience is coordinated by a member of the College’s faculty or professional staff or by staff of the contracted/contracting agency; the primary supervision is from the employer or other individual contracted to provide the experience. Contingent on the agreement between the student and the employer, students may or may not receive remuneration for workplace learning experiences. Note: This definition applies to all experiences in which the student applies concepts and practices learned previously or concurrently to facilitated observation and/or practical work situations within an occupational field. BCT course work or field experience will be necessary for success in this course. See the BCT Department Head or Discipline Coordinator for more information.
  

1. Apply technical skills as identified by recognized industry certification.
2. Test theory to workplace application in the building construction trades.
3. Demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team.
4. Evaluate career opportunities in the construction field.
5. Demonstrate the following skills: critical thinking, problem solving, personnel management, leadership, oral and written communication.

1. Building Construction Technologies Plan
   1. Establish workplace placement
   2. Identify certification requirements
   3. Develop a workplace plan for internship, externship, practicum
2. Building Construction Trades Application
   1. Determine concepts applied to learning
   2. Apply the concepts to the workplace environment
3. Teamwork
   1. Identify teamwork concepts
   2. Apply the teamwork concepts to the plan
4. Investigate Career Opportunities
   1. Identify short-term career opportunities
   2. Identify long-term career opportunities
5. Demonstrate Critical-Thinking Skills Applied to the Plan
   1. Problem solving
   2. Personnel management
   3. Leadership
   4. Oral communication
   5. Written communication

BUS 100 - Introduction to Business

3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours
3 lecture periods 0 lab periods

Principles of business operations in the private enterprise system.  Includes business ethics, social responsibility, the economic and global environment, structures of American business, management and leadership theories, organizational structures, human relations, production processes, marketing principles, information systems, accounting, and financing the enterprise.  Also includes an introduction to academic and career development strategies, assessment instruments (e.g., learning and career inventories) to identify students’ strengths and challenges, and the application of skills to their academic and career development processes.

1. Illustrate the concept of supply and demand at market equilibrium.
2. Distinguish between the three major forms of business ownership.
3. Identify the components of a SWOT matrix.
4. Explain the role of “The Market Mix” in support of the customer.
5. Summarize the importance of the functions of a manager as they help to achieve the goals of the organization.
6. Explain Abraham Maslow’s theory of motivation.
7. Classify the components of a basic income statement and balance sheet.
8. Distinguish business ethics and social responsibility.
9. Identify and apply appropriate learning and behavior management strategies for educational and career goal attainment.
10. Use strategies and resources to foster career development planning and occupational success.

A.  Foundations of business

B.  Economic challenges facing the United States

C.  The global marketplace

D.  Social responsibility and business ethics

II.Structure of American Business

A.  Forms of business ownership

B.  Entrepreneurship

C.  Small business operations

D.  Franchising

III.Managing the Organization, People, and Production

A.Management and the internal organization

B.Motivation and human resources

C.Labor-management relations

D.Teamwork and communication

E.Production, operations management, and quality control

IV.Marketing Management

A.Customer-driven marketing

B.Product and distribution strategies

C.Promotion and pricing strategy

V.Managing Technology and Financial Resources

A.Business information systems and issues

B.Understanding Accounting and financial statements

C.Understanding the US financial system

D.Understanding stock markets

E.Financial planning and management

VI. Educational and Career Goal Development

A.  Educational and career skills assessment and evaluation

B.  Career development planning

BUS 125 - eCommerce

1. Distinguish the primary business models and supporting technologies of e-Commerce, addressing Accessibility, and the impact of the Internet of Things (IoT) and Internet of Everything (IoE).
2. Identify major privacy, copyright, and security protocols in e-Commerce and the effects of Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) and cyptocurrency on third-party payment processors and other online services.
3. Examine social, economic, political, legal, and ethical implications of e-Commerce and the state of net neutrality in a multilingual and geocultural global marketplace.
4. Develop basic Excel financial reports including Formulas and Pivot Table for digital transactions.
5. Create an online enterprise supported by a trending social marketing and advertising platform, mobile app, and sales strategy.

1. Introduction to Electronic Commerce
   1. Unique features of e-Commerce
   2. e-Commerce business models
   3. Critical analysis of successful e-Commerce sites
2. The Structure of e-Commerce
   1. Technical jargon
   2. Features and services
   3. Systematic approach to building an e-Commerce presence
   4. Ethical, Social, and Political Issues in e-Commerce
   5. Licensing in the e-Commerce environment
3. Marketing and Security in e-Commerce
   1. e-Commerce security
   2. Secure payment systems
   3. Mobile and social marketing
   4. Consumer behavior & profitable keywords
4. E-Commerce Business Organizations
   1. E-tailing
   2. Online content and media
   3. Online auctions and social networks
5. Operating a successful e-commerce business
   1. Creating a site with site builders
   2. Drop shipping and supply chain management
   3. Inventory management
   4. Business-to-business e-Commerce

BUS 148 - Ethics in the Workplace

3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours
3 lecture periods 0 lab periods

Ethical principles in decision making applied to the business and industry workplace. Includes ethical issues in decision making, ethical frameworks for decisions, personal values and ethical priorities, ethics in business and industry, ethical standards in the workplace, ethical choices, application of ethical principles, social and cultural values applied to decisions, and workplace culture.

Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - OTHER; Meets CTE - OTHER.

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the origin and meaning of ethics as it applies to various aspects of business.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of moral reasoning and illustrate how moral reasoning is used to recognize ethical dilemmas and make critical decisions.
3. Identify and describe ethical dilemmas by applying ethical frameworks and principles to interpret and judge specific cases.
4. Explain the impact of ethical decisions on corporate governance, legal liability, management, marketing, accounting, technology, and public policy.

1. Identify ethical issues in making decisions including the relative viewpoints of parties involved, the role of situational forces, and short and long term consequences.
2. Analyze the ethical frameworks for decisions between and among cultures.
3. Relate ethical frameworks within one’s own culture to decisions.
4. Describe and provide examples of ethical issues which arise in business and industry.
5. List criteria for evaluation of ethical behaviors and apply to dilemmas in the workplace.
6. Describe sources which influence the development of personal values, and conflicts in values which may arise at work, either within oneself or with other employees, and indicate possible resolutions.
7. Apply ethical principles and frameworks to specific cases in local, national, and global contexts.
8. Describe the role of social and cultural values on ethical decisions that are personal, economic, and organizational.
9. Describe positive relationships with co-workers and supervisors, workplace attitudes which contribute to one’s professional success, and office politics which employees face, and indicate methods for coping successfully.

1. Viewpoints of parties involved

1. Value systems
2. Self-interest

1. Situational forces

1. Authority issues
2. Legal and moral contexts

1. Long and short-term consequences

1. Personal
2. Economic
3. Organizational

ΙΙ           Ethical Frameworks for Decisions

1. Overview of historical philosophies
2. Cultural relativism and values

ΙΙΙ          Personal Values and Ethical Priorities

1. Identification of cultural issues
2. Inventory of values and priorities

ΙV         Ethics in Business and Industry

1. Definitions

1. Ethics
2. Integrity
3. Values
4. Social responsibility

1. Levels of ethical issues in business and industry

1. Societal
2. Office policy
3. Relationship between the company and its employees
4. Personal

1. Unethical behavior in the workplace

V          Ethical Standards in the Workplace

1. Criteria for evaluation

1. Legality
2. Personal morality
3. Enlightened self-interest
4. Corporate/professional codes of ethics
5. Common practices

1. Ethical dilemmas

VΙ         Ethical Choices

1. Cultural sources for the development of personal values

1. Environment
2. Family
3. Religion
4. Schools
5. Media
6. Admired people

            B.         Conflicts in values

1. Within oneself
2. With others
3. Methods of resolution

 VΙΙ       Application of Ethical Principles to Decisions

1. Local or limited results and consequences
2. National or broad results and consequences
3. Global or long term results and consequences

 VΙΙΙ       Social and Cultural Values Applied to Decisions

1. Personal decisions
2. Economic decisions
3. Organizational decisions

ΙX         Workplace Culture

1. Relationships at work

1. With co-workers
2. With supervisors and managers

1. Attitudes at work

1. Willingness to help others
2. Avoidance of destructive attitudes
3. Oversensitivity
4. Selfishness

1. Office politics

1. Competition
2. Chain of command
3. Team versus individual goals
4. Conflicts and possible resolutions
5. Coping with stress

1. Confidentiality
2. Ethics in the new economy
3. Ethical issues

1. Personal use of equipment/services
2. Personal use of supplies
3. A day’s work for a day’s pay

BUS 151 - Mathematics of Business

1. Perform basic calculations to obtain the current yield of a stock and bond.
2. Demonstrate the ability to reconcile a bank statement with an account register.
3. Perform basic calculations for present value.
4. Perform basic calculations of future value.

1. Review fractions, decimals, and percent, as different forms of the same value, and convert from any one to any other; review algebraic equations and solve for the unknown variable.    
2. Reconcile a bank statement using all the steps in checking account transactions and applicable terminology.  
3. Calculate gross and net pay for salaried and hourly employees.  Determine employee’s required and voluntary deductions and employer’s payroll taxes.  
4. List the paper sequence originating with the purchase requisition, and the conditions and calculation of the 4 major types of discounts.  
5. Solve for any one of the components of the markup equation, and the markup percent, also the markdown and percent; demonstrate the 2 major methods to markup merchandise.  
6. Compare simple and compound interest and calculate each from algebraic formulas.  
7. Distinguish between present and future value of money, and their determination.  
8. Calculate the future value of an annuity, and the present value of a sinking fund ordinary annuity payment from algebraic formulas.
9. Review open and closed end consumer credit, and the factors and calculations for each.  
10. Describe and perform basic calculations for the 5 major methods of depreciation and the underlying conditions and pros and cons of each.  
11. Identify and discuss the 5 variations of inventory valuation, as well as determining inventory turnover.   Calculate overhead based on total sales of floor space occupied.
12. Review the balance sheet and income statement of a business, interpretation and use, including pertinent financial ratios.  
13. Describe the essential elements of 3 major types of insurance for a business and determination of premiums.  
14. Compare sales, property, and income taxes and essential components and calculations.  
15. Review dividends, yield, P/E ratio, and total return of stocks.  For bonds: interest, yield, discount, and premium.  Discuss the role in business of both.
16. Discuss optional topics as appropriate. 

1. Math Review
   1. Conversion of fractions, decimals and percent
   2. Solving algebraic equations
2. Bank Records
   1. Checks
   2. Check register
   3. Reconciling a bank statement
3. Payroll
   1. Income
      1. Salary, wages, commissions, tips, bonuses, etc.  
      2. Gross income
      3. Net income
   2. Employee deductions
      1. Required
      2. Voluntary
   3. Employer payroll taxes
4. Trade and Cash Discounts
   1. Purchasing
      1. Requisition
      2. Invoice
      3. Receiving report
   2. Discounts
      1. Cash
      2. EOM
      3. ROG
      4. Series
5. Markup and Markdown
   1. Retail terms
      1. Cost
      2. Markup
      3. Selling price
      4. Operating expenses
      5. Net profit
   2. Markup equation
   3. Markup on cost and/or selling price
   4. Markdown
6. Simple and Compound Interest
   1. Simple interest and simple discount
      1. Define interest, rate, principal, time ordinary and exact
      2. Simple interest formula
   2. Compound interest
      1. Compare simple and compound interest
      2. Promissory notes
7. Present and Future Value
   1. Calculating and use of tables
   2. Compound interest
   3. Compound amount
8. Annuities and Sinking Funds
   1. Annuities and present value
   2. Sinking fund payments
9. Consumer Credit
   1. Closed end installment loans
      1. Down payment
      2. Finance charge
      3. Total cost
      4. Amount of each payment
   2. Open end revolving charge account
      1. Unpaid balance
      2. Finance charge
      3. Additional purchases
      4. Monthly payment
      5. New balance
10. Depreciation
    1. Role in business and tax consequences
    2. Terminology
       1. Asset
       2. Useful life
       3. Total cost
       4. Book value
       5. Accumulated depreciation
    3. Methods
       1. Straight line
       2. Double declining balance
       3. Units of production
       4. Sum-of-the-years-digits
       5. ACRS
11. Inventory, Overhead, and Turnover
    1. Taking inventory
       1. Periodic
       2. Perpetual
    2. Cost of goods sold
    3. Inventory valuation methods
       1. Specific identification
       2. Average unit cost
       3. FIFO
       4. LIFO
       5. Retail
    4. Inventory turnover
    5. Overhead
       1. Total sales
       2. Unit floor space
12. Financial Statements
    1. Balance sheet definition
       1. Assets
       2. Liabilities
       3. Owner’s equity
    2. Income statement definition
       1. Net sales/revenue
       2. Cost of goods sold
       3. Operating expenses
       4. Gross profit/margin
       5. Net income
    3. Financial statement ratios
       1. Current
       2. Acid test
       3. Operating
13. Insurance
    1. Terminology and role in business
    2. Fire and property
    3. Motor Vehicle
       1. Liability
       2. Comprehensive
       3. Collision
       4. Deductibles
    4. Life
       1. Term
       2. Straight life
       3. Endowment
14. Taxes
    1. Sales and excise
    2. Property
       1. Market value
       2. Assessed value
       3. Tax rates
    3. Income
       1. Gross income
       2. Adjusted gross income
       3. Filing status
       4. Credits
       5. Exemptions
       6. Deductions
       7. Taxable income
15. Stocks and Bonds
    1. Stocks ownership
       1. Dividends
       2. Yield
       3. P/E ratio
    2. Bonds legal debt
       1. Interest
       2. Yield
       3. Discount
       4. Premium
16. Optional Topics
    1. Use of Excel or other current spreadsheet software to enter algebraic formulas with the

correct order of operations

1. Use of Excel or other current spreadsheet software as an option in any of the outline topics

BUS 205 - Statistical Methods in Economics and Business [SUN# BUS 2201]

1. Determine the appropriate statistical test for a specific level of measurement.
2. Analyze the outcome of a t test.
3. Use a computer system in order to calculate demographics.

1. Describe the different types of data collected and the fundamental elements of statistics.
2. Discuss descriptive statistics of data including measures of central tendency, variability and standard deviation, and relative standing.
3. Calculate probability.
4. Demonstrate sampling distributions and discuss the central limit theorem.
5. Explain confidence intervals and demonstrate statistical inferences based on a single population: tests of hypotheses.
6. Demonstrate statistical inferences based on two populations: confidence intervals and tests of hypotheses.
7. Explain correlation and regression.
8. Discuss time series data.
9. Discuss design of experiments and analysis of variance.
10. Use Excel or alternative statistical package to calculate statistics.

1. Statistics, Data, and Statistical Thinking
   1. Types of statistical applications in business
   2. The role of statistics in managerial decision-making
   3. Levels of measurement for data
2. Methods for Describing Sets of Data
   1. Measures of central tendency
   2. Variability and standard deviation
   3. Z-scores
3. Probability
   1. Series
   2. Sequences
4. Sampling Distributions
   1. Skewed distributions
   2. Normal distributions
5. Inferences Based on a Single Sample: Estimation with Confidence Intervals and Tests of  Hypotheses
   1. Large sample
   2. Small sample
   3. Z- tests
6. Inferences Based on Two Samples: Confidence Intervals and Tests of Hypotheses
   1. Independent T-test
   2. Paired/dependent T-test
7. Correlation and Regression
   1. Correlation Pearson’s
   2. Simple linear regression using the least squares approach
   3. Multiple regression
8. Time Series
   1. Descriptive analyses
   2. Models
   3. Trends
   4. Forecasting
9. Design of Experiments and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA)
   1. Single factor ANOVAs
   2. Two factor ANOVAs
10. Categorical Data Analysis
    1. One-way Chi-Square test
    2. Pearson’s Chi-Square test

BUS 220 - Legal Environment of Business

1. Analyze the American legal system and the sources of law as applied to various aspects of business.
2. Differentiate legal and ethical theories and the relationship between law and ethics as applied to business and social responsibility.
3. Formulate a pragmatic working knowledge of the American legal system governing business.
4. Appraise liability issues and how to limit risk in business.
5. Develop critical thinking skills as applied to business situations.

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the history and continuous development of the principal sources of state and federal law.
2. Use fundamental knowledge of law to analyze federal and state cases, judicial and administrative.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of personal and organizational ethics and social responsibility as required in the business environment.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of litigation and the state and federal court system, as well as identify alternative dispute resolution procedures, including arbitration, mediation, conciliation and negotiation.
5. Analyze and review the regulation of business by administrative agencies.
6. Compare and analyze the fundamentals of the law of agency, and the identification and understanding of principal-agent and employer-independent contractor relationships.
7. Apply the essential elements of a valid contract: offer and acceptance, consideration, capacity and legality, as well as performance and methods of discharge, breach of contract, and remedies in the context of the current business environment.
8. Identify and discuss the fundamental crimes and torts as they pertain to the business environment.
9. Demonstrate an understanding of the laws of warranties and product liability.
10. Analyze and review the various forms of business organizations including sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, limited liability companies, and other forms of business organizations such as joint ventures, franchises and cooperatives.
11. Analyze and review the rights of creditors, the various forms of bankruptcy, labor and employment law, and employment discrimination.
12. Identify the principal sources of international business law.

1. Introduction to Environment of Business, Law, and Ethics
   1. Sources of law and key functions of the legal system
   2. Classifications of law
   3. United States Constitution: focus on business
      1. Commerce Clause
      2. Taxing Power
      3. Business and the Bill of Rights
      4. Privacy Rights
2. Ethics and Corporate Responsibility
   1. Theories of ethical conduct
   2. Approaches to ethical reasoning
   3. Making ethical business decisions
   4. How the law influences business ethics
3. Judicial System and Litigation
   1. The court system
      1. Federal courts
      2. State courts
   2. Jurisdiction
   3. Basic trial procedures
4. Alternative Dispute Resolution
   1. Arbitration v. litigation
   2. Mediation, conciliation, and negotiation
5. Administrative Law
   1. Powers and functions of administrative agencies
      1. Nature and creation of agencies
      2. Powers and limitations of administrative agencies
   2. Administrative Procedures Act
6. Agency Law
   1. Formation of agency relationships
   2. Duties of principals and agents
   3. Liabilities of principals and agents to third parties
7. Contract Law
   1. Contract formation
      1. Overview of contract law
      2. Elements of a contract
      3. Types of contracts
      4. Contract performance
      5. Breach and remedies
   2. Contract defenses and remedies
8. Crimes and Torts
   1. Basis of criminal law
      1. Criminal liability
      2. Types of crimes
      3. Defenses to criminal liability
      4. Constitutional safeguards and criminal procedures
   2. Basis of Tort law
      1. Intentional torts against persons
      2. Intentional torts against property
      3. Unintentional torts (negligence)
      4. Strict liability
9. Product Liability
   1. Strict liability
   2. Negligence and misrepresentation
   3. Warranties and disclaimers
   4. Defenses
10. Business Enterprise: Legal Forms
    1. Corporate law
    2. Types of business enterprises
       1. Sole proprietorship
       2. Partnership
       3. Corporation
       4. Limited liability company
11. Regulatory Environment of Business
    1. Employment law
       1. Major labor relations laws
       2. National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)
       3. Collective bargaining
    2. Employment discrimination
       1. Title VII – 1964 Civil Rights Act
       2. Accommodating disabilities
12. International Law and Business
    1. Sources of international law
       1. General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT)
       2. World Trade Organization (WTO)
       3. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
    2. U.S. import and export policy
    3. Business structures in foreign markets
    4. International dispute resolution

BUS 277 - Analytical Methods in Business

1. Identify the appropriate statistical test for different research applications.
2. Analyze the outcome of an ANOVA.
3. Use a computer system in order to calculate out multiple regression.

1. Employ the coefficient of correlation to measure association between two quantitative variables.
2. Conduct a hypothesis test to compare the variances of two independent samples.
3. Apply the chi-square distribution for purposes of testing whether or not two nominal-scale (category) variables could be independent.
4. Select and make use of the appropriate hypothesis test in comparing the means of two independent samples.
5. Analyze the difference between sample means when the samples are not independent.
6. Analyze whether the means of more than two quantitative populations are equal (possible approaches include one-way ANOVA and two-way ANOVA).
7. Calculate linear least-squares regression equations summarizing the relationship between two variables mathematically.
8. Calculate and interpret the standard error of the estimate and the coefficient of determination.
9. Perform individual and joint tests of significance on regression coefficients.
10. Demonstrate the ability to estimate multiple regression models and interpret the coefficients.
11. Apply Excel in workshop settings to calculate statistics using large data sets.
12. Report results from statistical case studies in business and economics.

1. Relevance of Statistics
   1. Uniform, Normal Continuous Distributions
   2. Sampling and Interval Estimation
   3. Hypothesis Testing Means
2. Categorical Data Analysis
   1. One-way Chi-Square test
   2. Pearson’s Chi-Square test
3. Correlation and Regression Analysis
   1. Correlation
   2. Simple linear regression
   3. Multiple regression
   4. Goodness-of-fit measures
   5. Regression models with dummy variables
   6. Inference with regression
4. Time Series
   1. Smoothing techniques
   2. Trend Regression
   3. Time Series
5. Design of Experiments and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA)
   1. Single factor ANOVAs
   2. Two factor ANOVAs without interaction
   3. Two factor ANOVAs with interaction
6. Nonparametric Tests
   1. Differences between parametric and nonparametric tests
   2. Spearman Rank Correlation
7. Conducting Statistical Analysis via Software Programs
   1. Applying proper statistical test for case study problems
   2. Using Excel for statistics
8. Results Reporting
   1. Standardized reporting of results
   2. Applications of results to business case studies in various majors

BUS 290 - Internship in Business

1. Demonstrate the ability to apply academic-specific and cumulative knowledge acquired in the student’s major in a work place setting.

1. Observing and Performing Business Activities
   1. Determine business activities in relation to learned concepts
   2. Apply the concept in the workplace environment
2. Performing Professional Management Skills
   1. Prioritize tasks
   2. Find realistic solutions
   3. Meet deadlines
3. Teamwork
   1. Identify teamwork concepts
   2. Apply teamwork concepts to accomplish the Plan
4. Demonstrate Critical Thinking Skills Applied to the Plan
   1. Problem solving
   2. Personnel management
   3. Leadership
   4. Soft skills
5. Interpersonal Communication in the Business Environment 
   1. Oral communication
   2. Written communication
   3. Email etiquette
   4. Telephone etiquette

BUS 296 - Independent Study in Business

BO 700 - Basic Office Skills

BO 701A - Document Formatting I

BO 701B - Document Formatting for Medical Office Specialist (MOS)

BO 706 - Business Calculation I

BO 709 - Microsoft Word I

BO 710A - Office Practice I

BO 710B - Office Practice for MOS I

BO 711 - Medical Insurance

BO 713 - Medical Terminology and Human Anatomy I

BO 714 - Introduction to Diagnostic Coding

BO 716 - Introduction to Procedural Coding

BO 718 - Microsoft Excel I

BO 719 - Microsoft Access I

BO 750 - Keyboard Operator

BO 760 - Microsoft Windows

BO 800 - Business English

BO 801A - Document Formatting II

BO 806 - Business Calculation II

BO 807 - Recordkeeping II

BO 809 - Microsoft Word II

BO 810A - Office Practice II

BO 992 - Medical Office Externship

CHM 080 - Preparation for General Chemistry

1. Describe the fundamental aspects of atomic structure, Chemical bonding, and stoichiometry.
2. Apply unit conversion, dimensional analysis, and graphical analysis to problems in chemistry.

1. Define chemistry and describe the steps of the scientific method.
2. Understand the difference between chemical changes and physical changes.
3. Distinguish between the physical and chemical properties of matter.
4. Distinguish between mixtures and pure substances.
5. Solve a wide variety of problems using dimensional analysis, perform unit analysis problems (involving the metric system, unit conversions, volume, density, and temperature) applying significant digits and scientific notation.
6. Be able to create and interpret graphs.
7. Use correct spelling for the names and symbols of common elements and be able to write formulas of elements that exist as diatomic molecules.
8. Identify all periods and groups sown on the periodic table.
9. Use periodic table to identify metals, nonmetals, and metalloids, and list general physical properties for each category.
10. Give names, symbols, relative charges and masses for the three major subatomic particles.
11. Determine the atomic number, mass number, and number of protons, neutrons and electrons for isotopes of the elements.
12. Be able to correctly write molecular formulas from names of compounds and names from molecular formulas for simple inorganic compounds.
13. Describe the chemical mole and Avogadro’s Number.
14. Define molar mass and determine molar mass for elements and compounds.
15. Balance chemical equations, identify basic types of chemical reactions and predict the outcome for these reactions.
16. Use the concept of the mole in quantitative chemical calculations; be able to interconvert between mass, moles, number of ions and atoms and understand stoichiometric relationships involved in reactions.

1. Fundamental Concepts
   1. Scientific method
   2. Classification of matter
   3. Mathematical tools for problem solving in chemistry
   4. SI and English units of measurement
   5. Graphing: Create and interpret graphs
2. Pure Substances I:  Elements
   1. Atomic structure, subatomic particles
   2. Periodic table: names, symbols, types of elements
3. Pure Substances II: Compounds
   1. Compound formation: molecules, ions
   2. Ionic bond and covalent bond
4. Nomenclature
   1. Names of common inorganic compounds
   2. Formulas of common inorganic compounds
5. Chemical Quantities
   1. The mole concept
   2. Calculation of molar mass of pure substances
   3. Interconversion of mass, mole and number of particles
6. Stoichiometry
   1. The balanced equation
   2. Equation molar and mass relationships  

CHM 121IN - Chemistry and Society

1. Classify samples of matter as an element, compound or mixture; all with an intrinsic atomic nature.
2. Discuss current science problems and potential problems of the future.
3. Describe and apply the process by which “science” investigates the world around us and adds to our body of knowledge.

1. Classify samples of matter as an element, compound or mixture; all with an intrinsic atomic nature.
2. Describe the arrangement of the basic subatomic particles within the atom which lead to differences in mass, stability, and reactivity of the elements.
3. Describe radioactivity in terms of atomic nuclear decay; and the measurement and societal impact of this phenomenon.
4. Distinguish metals and non-metals and their “outer shell” or “valence” electronic environment by using the periodic table of elements.
5. Relate electricity to the transfer of electrons from one substance to another, and apply this phenomenon to common oxidative processes and the operation of batteries.
6. Classify certain substances as acids, bases, and salts; identify these compounds among commonly encountered household materials, and relate each to the pH scale.
7. Use water to describe the liquid state, including the impact on its properties as solutes and contaminants are added.
8. Use air to describe the gas state, including its composition in the atmosphere, and the societal impact of pollutants which alter its composition.
9. Describe environmental aspects of chemistry in the local, state, regional, national, and international realms.
10. Discuss current science problems and potential problems of the future.
11. Describe and apply the process by which “science” investigates the world around us and adds to our body of knowledge.

1. Classification and Structure of Matter
   1. Atomic, ionic, or molecular nature of all material
   2. Atomic structure
   3. Electronic arrangement
2. Radioactivity
   1. Nuclear decay, radiation types
   2. Power source
   3. Societal implications, current usage
3. Compound Formation from Elements
   1. The Periodic Table of Elements
   2. Metals and non-metals; their valence electrons, and periodic perspective
   3. Atomic elements to ionic or molecular compounds; electron transfer and sharing
4. Electron Transfer: Electricity, Oxidation and Reduction
   1. The electrochemical cell
   2. Construction of batteries
   3. Corrosion, rust, and bleaching
5. Acids, Bases and Salts
   1. Definition and reaction with indicator dyes
   2. pH Scale
   3. Common acids and bases; and their relative strengths
   4. “Acid Rain”
6. The Liquid State
   1. Water and its unique properties
   2. Solutions and solubility
   3. Contaminants and purification
7. The Gas State
   1. Comparison to solid, liquid states: particle density
   2. Effects of temperature and pressure on volume
   3. The atmosphere and atmospheric pressure
   4. Modeling the gaseous state
8. Special Topics (Selected by Instructor as Relevant to Course Content)

CHM 130IN - Fundamental Chemistry [SUN# CHM 1130]

1. Solve problems using chemical concepts and chemical principles.
2. Perform experiments with given directions and collect valid scientific data.

1. Demonstrate the safe use of chemical laboratory equipment by physically taking mass, volume, temperature, pressure, and pH measurements correctly using scientific notation, significant figures and the appropriate unit conversions.
2. Critically apply the scientific method to data collection and analysis in a hands-on, chemical laboratory setting.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the atom including its component parts, electron configurations and the relationship between periodic characteristics and valence electron.
4. Identify the type of bonds that will form between given atoms and then correctly predict the formulas of simple binary and tertiary compounds.  Once bonding occurs, demonstrate the ability to draw Lewis Structures, predict shape and polarity.
5. Demonstrate the ability to work with chemical equations including balancing and completing stoichiometry calculations relating mass, moles, and energy.  Apply this knowledge to chemical reactions in a hands-on, laboratory.
6. Demonstrate an understanding of the chemistry associated with describing and modeling the behavior of gases including application of the Ideal Gas Law and Kinetic-Molecular Theory.
7. Demonstrate an understanding of the characteristics associated with liquids including those related to intermolecular forces and evaporation. 
8. Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts associated with solutions and mixtures including solubility and the determination of concentration.
9. Describe the conditions necessary for a reaction to occur and the factors that affect the rates of chemical reactions.
10. Describe the concept of dynamic chemical equilibrium and predict changes in equilibrium by applying LeChatelier’s Principle or the Equilibrium Constant.
11. Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts associated with acids and bases including the basis of their reactivity, their definitions, tracking their concentration via pH and the function of buffers.
12. Demonstrate an understanding of the basics of the chemistry associated with the nucleus including nuclear stability; the emission of radiation and one or more applications of nuclear chemistry.   

1. Introduction
   1. Math review
      1. Measurements and the metric system
      2. Dimensional analysis
   2. The scientific method
   3. The classification of matter
   4. The states of matter

1. Investigating the Atom
   1. Dalton’s Atomic Theory
   2. The dimensions and components of the atom
   3. The electronic nature of the atom
   4. The Periodic Table and its electronic basis
2. Chemical Bonding
   1. The concept of ionic bonds
   2. The concept of covalent bonds
   3. Drawing Lewis Structures
   4. Predicting the shape and polarity of simple molecules
3. Chemical Reactions
   1. Balancing Chemical Equations
   2. The concepts of formula weight and the mole
   3. Stoichiometry Calculations—mass and energy
   4. Reactions in aqueous solution
4. Further Investigating the States of Matter
   1. Gases
      1. Kinetic-Molecular Theory
      2. The Ideal Gas Law
   2. Intermolecular Forces
   3. Liquids
5. Solution Chemistry
   1. Solution characteristics
   2. Determining Solubility
   3. The concept of concentration
6. Chemical Kinetics
   1. Collision theory
   2. Factors affecting rates of reaction
7. Chemical Equilibrium
   1. “Dynamic Equilibrium”
   2. LeChatelier’s Principle
8. Acids and Bases
   1. Acid-Base definitions
   2. The concept of pH
      1. The auto-ionization of water
      2. The pH scale
   3. Buffers
9. Nuclear Chemistry
   1. Basic concepts
   2. Nuclear stability and/or radiation
   3. The application of nuclear chemistry

CHM 140IN - Fundamental Organic and Biochemistry [SUN# CHM 2230]

1. Identify common functional groups in various structural representations of organic molecules including physical and computer-simulated three-dimensional models.
2. Predict products that result from characteristic chemical reactions of selected classes of organic compounds.
3. Describe the composition and function of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins in terms of the structure and chemical behavior of their constituent organic functional groups.

1. Identify common functional groups in various structural representations of organic molecules including physical and computer-simulated three-dimensional models.
2. Name fundamental organic compounds using IUPAC nomenclature and common names and write structural formulas.
3. Describe the physical properties of simple organic compounds based on differences in molecular structure.
4. Predict products that result from characteristic chemical reactions of selected classes of organic compounds.
5. Perform and interpret qualitative laboratory tests by which to identify the presence of common organic functional groups.
6. Describe the composition and function of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins in terms of the structure and chemical behavior of their constituent organic functional groups.
7. Explain the roles of representative carbohydrates, fats and amino acids via the principal human metabolic pathways.
8. Identify the role or action in human health of selected chemical process initiators, facilitators, and regulators, including enzymes and their co-factors, neurotransmitters, hormones, drugs and poisons, and, indirectly, genes.  

1. Organic Chemistry
   1. Molecular structure and its representation
   2. Functional group family surveys emphasizing structure, nomenclature, physical and chemical properties
      1. Saturated, unsaturated and aromatic hydrocarbons, and alkyl halides
      2. Alcohols, phenols, ethers & their sulfur analogs
      3. Simple carbonyl compounds (aldehydes and ketones)
      4. Compound carbonyl compounds (carboxylic acids and esters) and their phosphoric acid analogs
      5. Amines and amides
2. Biochemistry
   1. Survey of the structure, function, regulation and role in human health of major classes of biochemical compounds
      1. Carbohydrates
      2. Lipids
      3. Proteins as amino acid polymers
      4. Proteins as molecular catalysts:  enzymes
   2. Basics of carbohydrate, lipid and protein metabolism in humans
      1. Selected catabolic pathways including the conversion of food to energy
      2. Selected anabolic pathways
3. Anomalies in human health due to diseases, drugs and poisons
4. Optional topics: the nature, action or function in humans of
   1. Nucleotides, nucleic acids, gene expression, protein synthesis, and genetic diseases
   2. Chemical communicators: neurotransmitters and hormones
   3. Digestion and nutrition
   4. Immune system
   5. Body fluids
   6. Other subjects at the instructor’s discretion

CHM 151IN - General Chemistry I [SUN# CHM 1151]

1. Identify the essential parts of a problem and apply known chemical concepts in solving the problem.
2. Perform experiments with the given directions, collect valid scientific data, analyze the data and interpret laboratory result.

1. Apply the concepts associated with measurement, units, significant figures, dimensional analysis, etc. to chemistry related calculations and measurements.
2. Describe the scientific method in principle and apply in actual laboratory setting.
3. Classify matter and its changes.
4. Demonstrate familiarity with the historical development of the atom, its component parts, atomic mass and isotopes.
5. Associate the wave-particle duality of the electromagnetic spectrum with the wave-particle view of the electron.
6. Describe the pertinent aspects of the quantum-mechanical view of the atom.
7. Identify the electron configuration of atoms and ions.
8. Demonstrate the ability to use the Periodic Table to extract a range of information including number of valence electrons, orbital information, metal/nonmetal characteristics, periodic trends and the reason for similarity in chemical characteristics.
9. Describe the concepts associated with ionic and covalent bonding. Predict the nature and formula of bonded atoms.
10. Draw Lewis Structures and determine the molecular shape for given compounds.
11. Determine the polarity of a given molecule.
12. Apply Valence Bond Theory to determine the hybridization of bonded atoms.
13. Balance and extract information from chemical equations.
14. Identify simple reaction types.
15. Predict solubility and write supporting equations.
16. Perform concentration calculations.
17. Perform stoichiometry calculations for a range of systems including limiting reagent and aqueous solutions.
18. Describe the thermodynamic variable of enthalpy.
19. Calculate reaction enthalpies from Heats of Formation data.
20. Calculate the energy associated with temperature changes including the concept of calorimetry.
21. Describe and apply Kinetic-Molecular Theory
22. Describe the various intermolecular forces and identify their existence/function in a variety of systems.
23. Apply the Ideal Gas Law to systems of gases including the concept of gas mixtures.
24. Distinguish between ideal and non-ideal systems.
25. Describe the various properties associated with liquids, e.g. vapor pressure, surface tension, viscosity, etc.
26. Describe the concept of a solution.
27. Perform concentration calculations.
28. Calculate/describe the solution activity associated with colligative properties. (Optional)
29. Apply the above chemistry concepts and procedures in a “wet” laboratory setting with real laboratory equipment to:
    1. develop hands-on experience with a wide range of laboratory apparatus;
    2. gain exposure to hands-on use of chemical instrumentation.
    3. gain individual expertise in a range of laboratory techniques, e.g. pipetting, massing, use of a burette, titration, etc.
    4. begin development of the ability to take hypotheses and design and conduct real experimentation to verify/challenge those hypotheses.

1. Introductory Concepts
   1. The Chemist’s tool bag
      1. Measurements and Significant Figures
      2. Dimensional Analysis
   2. The Scientific Method
   3. Classifying Matter and its Properties
2. Atomic Structure
   1. Introducing the Atom and its component parts
   2. Developing the wave mechanical view of the atom
   3. Applying the electronic nature of the atom to:
   4. Electron configurations
   5. The Periodic Table
   6. Periodic Trends
3. Chemical Bonding
   1. Ionic and Covalent Bonding
   2. Lewis Structures and Molecular Shapes
   3. Bond Polarity and Hybridization
4. Chemical Reactions and Stoichiometry
   1. Working with Chemical Equations
   2. Stoichiometry calculations
   3. Reactions in Aqueous Solution
5. Introduction to Thermodynamics
   1. Chemical reaction enthalpies
   2. Thermal energy and changes in temperature
6. Studying the States of Matter
   1. Kinetic-Molecular Theory
   2. Intermolecular Forces
   3. Gas specific
      1. Modeling Gases
      2. Mixtures of gases and partial pressures
   4. Liquid specific
   5. Solutions
      1. Characteristics
      2. Concentration
      3. Colligative Properties (Optional)
7. Illustration/Reinforcement/Extension of Above Content in Actual Laboratory Setting
   1. Development of expertise in the skills and techniques of the chemistry laboratory      
      1. Pipetting
      2. Massing
      3. Titration
      4. Other
   2. Gain experience with laboratory apparatus including one or more technologically sophisticated pieces of instrumentation
   3. Explore the process of testing/verifying hypothesis through experimental design and hands-on experimentation. 

CHM 152IN - General Chemistry II [SUN# CHM 1152]

1. Define the rate of a reaction and the rate law, determine the components of the rate law, and describe the effects of concentration, temperature and catalysts on the rate of a reaction.
2. Write and calculate equilibrium constants for a chemical reaction, calculate equilibrium concentrations from initial concentrations, apply Le Chatelier’s principle to a chemical reaction and predict how changes in concentration, temperature, pressure, and volume influence the equilibrium system.
3. Distinguish between Arrhenius and Bronsted acids and bases, identify conjugate acid/base pairs, predict the direction of a neutralization reaction, determine dissociation constants (Ka,Kb), pH and pOH in aqueous solutions, and relate molecular structure to acid strength.

1. Define the rate of a reaction and the rate law, determine the components of the rate law, and describe the effects of concentration, temperature and catalysts on the rate of a reaction.
2. Write and calculate equilibrium constants for a chemical reaction, calculate equilibrium concentrations from initial concentrations, apply Le Chatelier’s principle to a chemical reaction and predict how changes in concentration, temperature, pressure, and volume influence the equilibrium system.
3. Distinguish between Arrhenius and Bronsted acids and bases, identify conjugate acid/base pairs, predict the direction of a neutralization reaction, determine dissociation constants (Ka,Kb), pH and pOH in aqueous solutions, and relate molecular structure to acid and base strength.
4. Define equilibria of acid/base buffer systems, describe buffer capacity, buffer range, common ion effect, and discuss acid/base titration curves.
5. Define the first and second laws of thermodynamics, predict the change in entropy for a chemical reaction, define Gibbs free energy ∆G, relate the sign of the free energy, enthalpy and entropy to the spontaneity of a chemical system, relating Gibbs free energy ∆G and the equilibrium constant K.
6. Balance redox equations, use redox potentials to determine the relative strength of oxidizing and reducing agents, describe the construction and functioning of voltaic and electrolytic cells, determine the cell potential, and discuss applications of electrochemical principles in batteries, corrosion, and electrolysis.
7. Apply the above chemistry concepts and procedures in a “wet” laboratory setting with real laboratory equipment to:
   1. continue the development of hands-on experience with a wide range of laboratory apparatus;
   2. continue to gain exposure to the hands-on use of chemical instrumentation;
   3. further individual expertise in a range of laboratory techniques;
   4. continue development of the ability to take hypotheses and design / conduct real experimentation to verify/challenge those hypotheses.

1. Chemical Kinetics
   1. Reaction rate, the rate law and its components
   2. Concentration-time relationships, integrated rate laws
   3. Effects of temperature and catalysts on reaction rates
   4. Reaction mechanisms
2. Chemical Equilibria
   1. Equilibrium constant, solubility product, and reaction quotient
   2. Le Chatelier’s principle
   3. Precipitation reactions and the common ion effect
3. The Chemistry of Acids and Bases
   1. Arrhenius and Bronsted concept of acids and bases
   2. Water and the pH scale
   3. Strong and weak acids and bases, acid/base dissociation constants
   4. Molecular structure and acidity
   5. Acid-base reactions
   6. Buffer solutions
   7. Acid/base titration curves
4. Thermodynamics
   1. Thermodynamic versus kinetic control of a chemical reaction
   2. First and second laws of thermodynamics
   3. Gibbs free energy
5. Electrochemistry
   1. Redox reactions
   2. Electrochemical cells
   3. Electrolysis
   4. Corrosion
   5. Applications of electrochemical principles in industry
6. Optional topics:
7. Thermochemistry
   1. Enthalpy changes for chemical reactions
   2. Calorimetry
   3. Hess’s Law and standard enthalpies of formation
8. Solutions
   1. Solution concentrations
   2. Principles of solubility
   3. Colligative Properties
9. Nuclear Chemistry
   1. Binding energy
   2. Fission, fusion
   3. Radioactivity
10. Organic Chemistry
    1. Introduction to nomenclature
    2. Functional groups
    3. Simple reaction types
    4. Polymers

CHM 195 - Introduction to Research in Chemistry

1. Discuss proper laboratory procedures.
2. Demonstrate the ability to work in a University of Arizona chemistry laboratory.
3. Design experiments using critical thinking.
4. Discuss scientific ethics issues.
5. Discuss the planning and organization of a scientific paper.
6. Discuss and critique ongoing research in chemistry laboratories.

1. The Research Laboratory
   1. Laboratory Safety
   2. Metric  System and Scientific Method
   3. Experimental Design and Scientific Ethics
   4. Critical Thinking in Chemistry
   5. Current Topics in Scientific Ethics
   6. How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper
   7. Use of Computerized Data Banks for Literature Searches
   8. Selected Current Topics in Research in Chemistry
2. Guest Lectures Series
   1. Introduction to Selected Topics
   2. Guest Lectures
   3. University Visitation
   4. Discussion Forums

CHM 196LB - Independent Studies in Chemistry

1. Identify a topic of interest
2. Develop or identify an experiment related to topic
3. Gather, analyze, and interpret data in the topic area
4. Present findings in a scholarly format determined by student and instructor

1. Topic of Interest
2. Develop or Identify an Experiment Related to Topic
3. Data Gathering
   1. Analyze data
   2. Interpret data
4. Present Findings in Scholarly Format Determined by Student and Instructor

CHM 235IN - General Organic Chemistry I [SUN# CHM 2235]

1. Construct synthetic schemes by which a variety of organic compounds may be prepared from simple, readily available starting materials.
2. Deduce the structural formula of a given or unknown organic compound from spectroscopic (IR, MS and NMR) or chemical reactivity data.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional structure through use of organic drawing software and molecular modeling.

1. Given the structural formula or name of a large assortment of organic compounds, predict:
   1. the detailed 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional structure of a molecule;
   2. the reaction products arising from treatment with a variety of reagents;
   3. the way in which bonds are made and broken to bring about product formation in these reactions;
   4. the effect of structural alterations on reactivity (rate or position of equilibrium) in these reactions;
   5. fundamental physical properties of an organic compound.
2. Construct synthetic schemes by which a variety of organic compounds may be prepared from simple, readily available starting materials.
3. Deduce the structural formula of a given or unknown organic compound from spectroscopic (IR, MS and NMR) or chemical reactivity data.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of sources and/or uses for organic compounds in the practical world.
5. Apply the principles of organic chemistry to larger biomolecules and polymers.
6. Demonstrate an understanding of 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional structure through use of organic drawing software and molecular modeling.
7. Apply the above chemistry concepts and procedures in a “wet” laboratory setting with real laboratory equipment to:
   1. continue the development of  hands-on experience with a wide range of laboratory apparatus;
   2. continue to gain exposure to the hands-on use of chemical instrumentation;
   3. further individual expertise in a range of organic laboratory techniques.
8. Apply microscale organic synthesis, laboratory safety skills and computer software skills as related to chemistry.  

1. Study of Alkanes
   1. Physical attributes
      1. Structure
      2. Nomenclature
      3. Physical Properties
   2. Chemistry of organic molecules
      1. Preparations
      2. Reactions
      3. Reaction mechanisms
      4. Stereochemistry
      5. Synthetic procedures
      6. Industrial applications
      7. Connections to biochemistry/polymers/real world applications
2. Study of Cycloalkanes
   1. Physical attributes
      1. Structure
      2. Nomenclature
      3. Physical properties
   2. Chemistry of organic molecules
      1. Preparations
      2. Reactions
      3. Reaction mechanisms
      4. Stereochemistry
      5. Synthetic procedures
      6. Industrial applications
      7. Connections to biochemistry/polymers/real world applications
3. Study of Alkenes
   1. Physical attributes
      1. Structure
      2. Nomenclature
      3. Physical properties
   2. Chemistry of organic molecules
      1. Preparations
      2. Reactions
      3. Reaction mechanisms
      4. Stereochemistry
      5. Synthetic procedures
      6. Industrial applications
      7. Connections to biochemistry/polymers/real world applications
4. Study of Alkynes
   1. Physical attributes
      1. Structure
      2. Nomenclature
      3. Physical properties
   2. Chemistry of organic molecules
      1. Preparations
      2. Reactions
      3. Reaction mechanisms
      4. Stereochemistry
      5. Synthetic procedures
      6. Industrial applications
      7. Connections to biochemistry/polymers/real world applications
5. Study of Alkyl Halides
   1. Physical attributes
      1. Structure
      2. Nomenclature
      3. Physical properties
   2. Chemistry of organic molecules
      1. Preparations
      2. Reactions
      3. Reaction mechanisms
      4. Stereochemistry
      5. Synthetic procedures
      6. Industrial applications
      7. Connections to biochemistry/polymers/real world applications
6. Spectroscopy
   1. IR (infrared spectroscopy)
      1. Theory and instrumentation
      2. Analysis of spectra for organic molecules
   2. MS (mass spectroscopy)
      1. Theory and instrumentation
      2. Analysis of spectra for organic molecules
   3. NMR (nuclear magnetic resonance)
      1. Theory and instrumentation
      2. Analysis of spectra for organic molecules                        
7. Fundamental Techniques in Synthesizing a Compound to Create a Synthetic Product
   1. Methods of heating reaction mixtures
   2. Reflux
   3. Distillation
   4. Extraction and isolation
   5. Vacuum filtration
   6. Recrystalization
8. Characterization of Organic Molecules
   1. Melting point and/or boiling point determination
   2. Spectroscopy (IR, NMR and MS) based on availability of equipment
   3. Refractometry
   4. Polarimetry
   5. Chromatography (TLC and/or GC) based on availability of equipment
9. Integrated Generally Applied Laboratory Procedures
   1. Microscale organic synthesis
   2. Laboratory safety skills
   3. Related computer software application
      1. Development of technical writing skills through keeping a laboratory experiment notebook and writing lab reports
      2. Other computer skills related to chemistry including Molecular Modeling and organic drawing software

CHM 236IN - General Organic Chemistry II [SUN# CHM 2236]

4 Credits, 6 Contact Hours
3 lecture periods 3 lab periods

Continuation of CHM 235IN . Includes remaining classes of organic compounds, specifically dienes, alcohols, ethers and epoxides, aldehydes, ketones, acids, acid derivatives, aromatics, and nitrogen containing compounds and an introduction to biomolecules and/or polymers. Also includes an emphasis on synthesis and use of chemical and instrumental methods as means of identification while using a wide range of laboratory apparatus and procedures. Also focuses on laboratory safety skills and computer software applications related to chemistry.

Prerequisite(s): CHM 235IN  with a grade of C or better. 
Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - SCI; Meets CTE - M&S.

1. Construct synthetic schemes by which a variety of organic compounds may be prepared from simple, readily available starting materials.
2. Deduce the structural formula of a given or unknown organic compound from spectroscopic (IR, MS and NMR) or chemical reactivity data.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional structure through use of organic drawing software and molecular modeling.

1. Given the structural formula or name of a large assortment of organic compounds, predict:
   1. the detailed 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional structure of a molecule;
   2. the reaction products arising from treatment with a variety of reagents;
   3. the way in which bonds are made and broken to bring about product formation in these reactions;
   4. the effect of structural alterations on reactivity (rate or position of equilibrium) in these reactions;
   5. fundamental physical properties of an organic compound.
2. Construct synthetic schemes by which a variety of organic compounds may be prepared from simple, readily available starting materials.
3. Deduce the structural formula of a given or unknown organic compound from spectroscopic (IR, MS and NMR) or chemical reactivity data.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of sources and/or uses for organic compounds in the practical world.
5. Apply the principles of organic chemistry to larger biomolecules and polymers.
6. Demonstrate an understanding of 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional structure through use of organic drawing software and molecular modeling.
7. Apply the above chemistry concepts and procedures in a “wet” laboratory setting with real laboratory equipment to:
   1. continue the development of  hands-on experience with a wide range of laboratory apparatus;
   2. continue to gain exposure to the hands-on use of chemical instrumentation;
   3. further individual expertise in a range of organic laboratory techniques.
8. Apply microscale organic synthesis, laboratory safety skills and computer software skills as related to chemistry.

1. Conjugated Dienes and Ultraviolet Spectroscopy
   1. Physical attributes
      1. structure
      2. nomenclature
      3. physical properties
   2. Chemistry of organic molecules
      1. preparations
      2. reactions
      3. reaction mechanisms
      4. stereochemistry
      5. synthetic procedures
      6. industrial applications
      7. connections to biochemistry/polymers/real world applications
   3. Ultraviolet spectroscopy
      1. theory
      2. analysis of conjugated dienes
2. Study of Aromatics
   1. Physical attributes
      1. structure
      2. nomenclature
      3. physical properties
   2. Chemistry of organic molecules
      1. preparations
      2. reactions
      3. reaction mechanisms
      4. stereochemistry
      5. synthetic procedures
      6. industrial applications
      7. connections to biochemistry/polymers/real world applications
   3. Analysis of organic molecules – spectroscopy
      1. infrared
      2. nuclear magnetic resonance
      3. mass spectroscopy
3. Study of Alcohols and Phenols
   1. Physical attributes
      1. structure
      2. nomenclature
      3. physical properties
   2. Chemistry of organic molecules
      1. preparations
      2. reactions
      3. reaction mechanisms
      4. stereochemistry
      5. synthetic procedures
      6. industrial applications
      7. connections to biochemistry/polymers/real world applications
   3. Analysis of organic molecules – spectroscopy
      1. infrared
      2. nuclear magnetic resonance
      3. mass spectroscopy
4. Study of Ethers and Epoxides
   1. Physical attributes
      1. structure
      2. nomenclature
      3. physical properties
   2. Chemistry of organic molecules
      1. preparations
      2. reactions
      3. reaction mechanisms
      4. stereochemistry
      5. synthetic procedures
      6. industrial applications
      7. connections to biochemistry/polymers/real world applications
   3. Analysis of organic molecules – spectroscopy
      1. infrared
      2. nuclear magnetic resonance
      3. mass spectroscopy
5. Study of Aldehydes and Ketones
   1. Physical attributes
      1. structure
      2. nomenclature
      3. physical properties
   2. Chemistry of organic molecules
      1. preparations
      2. reactions
      3. reaction mechanisms
      4. stereochemistry
      5. synthetic procedures
      6. industrial applications
      7. connections to biochemistry/polymers/real world applications
   3. Analysis of organic molecules – spectroscopy
      1. infrared
      2. nuclear magnetic resonance
      3. mass spectroscopy
6. Study of Carboxylic Acids and Nitriles
   1. Physical attributes
      1. structure
      2. nomenclature
      3. physical properties
   2. Chemistry of organic molecules
      1. preparations
      2. reactions
      3. reaction mechanisms
      4. stereochemistry
      5. synthetic procedures
      6. industrial applications
      7. connections to biochemistry/polymers/real world applications
   3. Analysis of organic molecules – spectroscopy
      1. infrared
      2. nuclear magnetic resonance
      3. mass spectroscopy
7. Study of Derivatives of Carboxylic Acids (acid halides, anhydrides, amides and esters)
   1. Physical attributes
      1. structure
      2. nomenclature
      3. physical properties
   2. Chemistry of organic molecules
      1. preparations
      2. reactions
      3. reaction mechanisms
      4. stereochemistry
      5. synthetic procedures
      6. industrial applications
      7. connections to biochemistry/polymers/real world applications
   3. Analysis of organic molecules – spectroscopy
      1. infrared
      2. nuclear magnetic resonance
      3. mass spectroscopy
8. Study of Amines
   1. Physical attributes
      1. structure
      2. nomenclature
      3. physical properties
   2. Chemistry of organic molecules
      1. preparations
      2. reactions
      3. reaction mechanisms
      4. stereochemistry
      5. synthetic procedures
      6. industrial applications
      7. connections to biochemistry/polymers/real world applications
   3. Analysis of organic molecules – spectroscopy
      1. infrared
      2. nuclear magnetic resonance
      3. mass spectroscopy
9. Study of Biomolecules (carbohydrates, amino acids, peptides and proteins, lipids, heterocycylic and nucleic acids)*
   1. Physical attributes
      1. structure
      2. nomenclature
      3. physical properties
   2. Chemistry of organic molecules                   
      1. preparations
      2. reactions
      3. reaction mechanisms
      4. stereochemistry
      5. synthetic procedures
      6. industrial applications
      7. connections to biochemistry/polymers/real world applications
   3. Analysis of organic molecules – spectroscopy
      1. infrared
      2. nuclear magnetic resonance
      3. mass spectroscopy
      4. pertinent metabolic pathways
10. Study of Polymers*
    1. Physical attributes
       1. structure
       2. nomenclature
       3. physical properties
    2. Chemistry of organic molecules        
       1. preparations
       2. reactions
       3. reaction mechanisms
       4. stereochemistry
       5. synthetic procedures
       6. industrial applications
       7. connections to biochemistry/polymers/real world applications
    3. Analysis of organic molecules – spectroscopy
       1. infrared
       2. nuclear magnetic resonance
       3. mass spectroscopy
       4. Pertinent metabolic pathways
11. Fundamental Techniques in Synthesizing a Compound to Create a Synthetic Product
    1. Methods of heating reaction mixtures
    2. Reflux
    3. Distillation
    4. Extraction and isolation
    5. Vacuum filtration
    6. Recrystalization
12. Characterization of Organic Molecules
    1. Melting point and/or boiling point determination
    2. Spectroscopy (IR, NMR and MS) based on availability of equipment
    3. Refractometry
    4. Polarimetry
    5. Chromatography (TLC and/or GC) based on availability of equipment
13. Integrated Generally Applied Laboratory Procedures
    1. Microscale organic synthesis
    2. Laboratory safety skills
    3. Related computer software application
       1. Development of technical writing skills through keeping a laboratory experiment notebook and writing lab reports
       2. Other computer skills related to chemistry including Molecular Modeling and organic drawing software

 
*One or more of the topics under Roman Numerals IX and X should be introduced at the discretion of the instructor.

CHM 295LB - Independent Research in Chemistry

1. Demonstrate an ability to independently design, plan, and conduct scientific research and communicate research results through any of the following: (a) in-class demonstrate, (b) completion of a capstone project, (c) writing a scientific research paper, or (d) giving a scientific oral presentation.

1. Conduct independent scientific research.
2. Demonstrate proper laboratory techniques in the research area selected.
3. Demonstrate accuracy and appropriate data collecting skills in research.
4. Write a scientific research paper based on data obtained during the research project.
5. Discuss personal view concerning a career in science.

1. Independent Research to be Determined by the Student and Instructor
2. Scientific Paper Based on Research Results
3. Evaluation of Career Goals

CDA 102 - The Child’s Total Learning Environment

1. Identify the various aspects of a child-centered learning environment for children birth through age 8 (NAEYC 1c, 4c).
2. Discuss the elements of a developmentally appropriate indoor and outdoor environment (NAEYC 1b, 1c, 4c, 5c).
3. Choose and set up an educational environment that responds to the need of children to investigate and explore with objects, materials, and equipment in order to construct a base of information about their world (NAEYC 1c, 4d, 5c).
4. Incorporate community resources as an integral part of the total learning environment (NAEYC 2c).

1. Establishing a Learning Environment
   1. Components of a total learning environment
   2. Child-centered learning environment
   3. Teacher’s role in the learning environment
   4. Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)
2. Indoor Environment
   1. Furniture and equipment
   2. Floor space
   3. Dual-purpose areas
   4. Traffic flow and pathways
3. Learning Centers
   1. Definition of boundaries
   2. Types of activity areas
   3. Space requirements
   4. Arrangement
   5. Population
4. Developmentally Appropriate Materials and Equipment
   1. Choosing and purchasing materials and equipment
      1. Variety
      2. Flexibility
   2. Arranging equipment and displaying materials
5. Teacher’s Role in the Learning Environment
   1. Design
   2. Lesson plans
   3. Collection of materials
   4. Introduction to children
   5. Setting guidelines and establishing routines
   6. Children’s choices
6. Outdoor Space
   1. Importance
   2. Planning
   3. Equipment and materials
7. Changing the Environment
   1. Adding and removing centers
   2. Space requirements
   3. Interest in centers
   4. Rearrangement
      1. Adding materials
      2. Moving materials
      3. Supplement materials
8. Community as a Learning Environment
   1. Field trips
   2. Resources
      1. People
      2. Materials

CDA 103 - Curriculum Planning and Schedule Development

1. Demonstrate an awareness of children’s characteristics, needs, and interests when making program plans (NAEYC 1a,1b,1c,4b,4c,5c).
2. Share the planning process with other appropriate adults and, where possible, with children (NAEYC 2b,2c).
3. Demonstrate developmentally effective practice in planning events and activities that should be included in the daily schedule (NAEYC 4c,5c).
4. Demonstrate an ongoing commitment to professional growth and education through cooperative practices and knowledge (NAEYC 6a,6c,6d).
5. Discuss state and national advocacy efforts on behalf of children and their families (NAEYC 2b,6e).
6. Identify ways an implementation plan (including skills and information gained through completing this course) will be incorporated into ongoing teaching practices (NAEYC 4c,4c).

1. Plan Curriculum and Schedules that Meet the Unique Needs of Children
   1. Unique style of each child
   2. Age characteristics
   3. Interests, abilities and previous experiences
   4. Integrate children’s cultural, ethnic and racial backgrounds
2. Planning as a Cooperative Effort
   1. Including parents
   2. Encouraging children’s participation
   3. Involvement of community sources
3. Foundations of Events and Activities
   1. Scheduling
   2. Fixed events or regularly occurring activities
   3. Curriculum areas
   4. Incorporation of routine tasks
   5. Transitions
4. Commitment to Program
   1. Professional development
   2. Education
5. State and National Advocacy
   1. Children
   2. Families
6. Implementation Plan
   1. Skills and information
   2. Teaching practices

CDA 112 - Guidance Principles for Encouraging Self-Discipline

1. Identify developmentally appropriate strategies that build positive self-regulation skills in young children (NAEYC 1a,4a).
2. Identify and examine the different stages of development and appropriate actions to facilitate children’s social development (NAEYC 1a,2c,4a).
3. Create and maintain an anti-biased learning community, including curriculum, the visual and material environment, and relationships with families (NAEYC 1a,1b,c,2a,2b,2c,4a,5b,5c).
4. Apply understanding of children’s social development in designing observation and assessment strategies (NAEYC 1a,1b,1c,2c,3c,,4c,5b).
5. Explain the difference between discipline and punishment (NAEYC 1a,1c,2c,4a,6b).

1. Self-Regulation 
   1. Qualities leading to close, warm and understanding relationships
   2. Behaviors affecting relationships with children
2. Social Development and Appropriate Actions
   1. Social development
   2. Development at different stages
3. Program Influences on Children’s Behaviors and Relationships
   1. Physical environment
   2. Individually and developmentally appropriate materials
   3. Plan time with children
   4. Cultural influences and activities
4. Observations and Assessments with Regard to Social Development
   1. Observation instruments
   2. Observation techniques
   3. Positive and enforceable rules
      1. Understanding rules and limits
      2. Alternatives to time-out
5. Difference Between Discipline and Punishment
   1. Guidance
   2. Discipline and self esteem
   3. Positive and negative consequences
   4. Positive and Enforceable Rules
      1. Understanding rules and limits
      2. Alternatives to time-out

CDA 121 - Techniques for Observing Children

1. Compare the purpose, value and use of formal and informal observation methods (NAEYC 1c, 3a, 3b, 3c, 4b).
2. Apply understanding of children’s development when interpreting assessment data (NAEYC 1a, 1b, 1c,  2c, 4b, 5c).
3. Create a developmentally appropriate curriculum to promote family involvement that honors diversity of culture, language, abilities and economics using the information acquired from observations and assessments (NAEYC 2a, 2b, 2c, 6b, 6d, 6e).
4. Share information from observations and assessments with parents and appropriate educational support resources within the community (NAEYC 1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 6b, 6d).

1. Observation Instruments
   1. Anecdotal
   2. Checklists and rating scales
   3. Event sampling
   4. Frequency and duration counts
   5. Running records
   6. Work sampling/portfolios/photographic images
   7. Video and audio taping
2. Assessment Fundamental Principles
   1. Fundamental principles
      1. Child growth and development, including domains
      2. Key theorists and Ideas
      3. Developmental checklists and milestone charts
   2. Interpretation
   3. Play
   4. Standardized
3. Observation-Based Curriculum Planning
   1. Developmentally appropriate practices
   2. Whole and individualized learning
   3. Culture and diversity
4. Sharing Observations and Assessments Professionally
   1. Parent involvement
      1. Perspective
      2. Subjectivity
   2. Resources and referrals

CDA 138 - Building Parent and Classroom Connections

1. Explain the family and community factors that influence the relationship between parents and teacher/caregivers (NAEYC 1b, 2a).
2. Explore and describe ways of supporting and empowering families and communities in the child’s development and learning (NAEYC 1a, 2b, 2c, 5c).
3. Discuss the program’s philosophy, policies, practices and curriculum with respect to implementing positive relationships and supportive interaction techniques with parents (NAEYC 1b, 1c, 2b, 4a, 5c).
4. Identify challenges facing a diverse population and some community resources to assist families in meeting those challenges to promote positive outcomes (NAEYC 2a, 4a, 5c).
5. Identify a variety of techniques for resolving cross-cultural communication conflicts (NAEYC 2a, 2b, 2c, 6b, 6d).
6. Promote family involvement practices that honor diversity of culture, language, abilities, and economics (NAEYC 2a, 2b, 2c, 6b, 6d, 6e).

1. Family and Community Influences
   1. Demographics of modern families
   2. Diversity
   3. Economics
   4. Education
2. Overview of Family Involvement
   1. Perspectives on family involvement
   2. History of family involvement in the schools
   3. Research on child development as motivation to include parents
   4. Should schools mandate parent involvement
   5. Concern for family support
3. The Educational Program and Parental Involvement
   1. Philosophies
   2. Policies
   3. Practices
   4. Curriculum
4. Challenges and Potential Barriers to Teacher-Family Partnerships
   1. Work
   2. Schedules
   3. Finances
   4. Language
5. Resolving Cross-Cultural Communication Conflicts
   1. Identifying cultural conflict
   2. Understanding roots of miscommunication
   3. Negotiation and compromise
   4. Ongoing management of unresolved conflict
6. Promoting Family Involvement
   1. Assessing parents comfort levels
   2. Keeping families at the center of curriculum
   3. Assessing and honoring family strengths
   4. Utilizing family strengths

CDA 155 - Understanding How Children Learn and Develop

1. Explain how children learn cognitively, as discussed by various theorists (NAEYC 1a, 1b).
2. Develop a plan using the different domains that provides activities for young children to achieve positive learning outcomes (NAEYC 1a, 1b, 4c, 5c).
3. Evaluate family and community influences that have an impact on how children learn (NAEYC 1b, 2a, 3b).
4. Create ways for parents and the community to support children’s learning (NAEYC 2a, 2b, 2c).
5. Identify the role of the teacher in the child’s learning environment (NAEYC 1c, 6a, 6d).

1. Cognitive Development Theories/Theorists

A.   Historical foundations

B.   Key theorists and their ideas

1. Skill Concept Plan Development
   1. Domains of learning
      1. Physical learning
      2. Social learning
      3. Emotional learning
      4. Cognitive learning
   2. Experience
   3. Natural curiosity
2. Family and Community Influences
   1. Family traditions
   2. Communication
   3. Socioeconomic considerations
   4. Ethnic considerations
3. Support for Children’s Learning
   1. Parents
   2. Community
4. Teacher’s Role
   1. Facilitator
   2. Observer
   3. Recorder
   4. Evaluator

CDA 161 - Principles of Social Competence

1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours
1 lecture period 0 lab periods

Analysis of self-concept in children. Includes self concept/self-image, primary factors, uniqueness of each child, environment, accepting and expressing feelings appropriately, observation, expressing emotions, activities for expression of feelings, and exploration of feelings.

Information: All CDA courses require college-level reading and writing.
  

2.   Describe a developmentally appropriate environment in which children can develop a positive self-image (NAEYC 1a, 1c).

3.   Explain the relationship between a self-concept, self-image and self-esteem (NAEYC 1a, 1b).

4.   Identify the variety of feelings that children experience and need to express using direct and indirect clues (NAEYC 1a, 1b, 1c). 

5.   Create activities that encourage children to express their feelings (NAEYC 1a, 1b, 1c, 5c).

A.  Definition

B.  Influences

II.       Developmentally Appropriate Environment

A.  Respectful and accepting relationships

B.  Developmentally appropriate materials and equipment

C.  Planning appropriate and diverse activities

D.  Schedules

E.  Pro-social behaviors

III.      Relationship of Concepts

         A,   Self-concept

         B.   Self-esteem

         C.   Self-image

IV.     Expression of Feelings

A.  Appropriateness 

B.  Body language

C.  Words

D.  Facial expressions

V.      Activities for Expression of Feelings

A.  Developmentally appropriate activities

               1.   Puppets

               2.   Stories and poems

               3.   Dramatic play

               4.   Art materials

               5.   Music

         B.   Exploration of feelings

CDA 170 - Ages and Stages of Young Children: Prenatal through Toddler

2 Credits, 2 Contact Hours
2 lecture periods 0 lab periods

Examination of the developmental stages pre-birth to age three years. Includes general principles and theories of development, biological and environmental factors, conception to birth, infant developmental, toddler developmental milestones, issues in infant care, and toddler care issues.

Information: All CDA courses require college-level reading and writing.
  

1. Identify and apply contributions of developmental theorists and their impact on the field of early childhood education (NAEYC 1a, 1b).
2. Discuss biological and environmental factors affecting prenatal through toddler growth and development (NAEYC 1b, 2a).
3. Explain various childbirth methods and trends in medical procedures (NAEYC 1a, 1b).
4. Identify, analyze, and discuss factors in social, emotional, physical, cognitive, language and brain development from pre-birth to age 3 (NAEYC 1a, 1b, 1c).
5. Identify the key issues in infant and toddler care and family involvement (NAEYC 1a, 1b, 1c, 2b, 2c).

         A.   Identification of theories and theorists

         B.   How theory aligns with developmentally appropriate practice

II.       Biological and Environmental Factors

         A.   Nature vs. nurture

         B.   Genetics

         C.   Environmental effects on development

III.      Conception to Birth

         A.   Conception

         B.   Childbirth methods

         C.   Medical trends

IV.     Infant/Toddler Developmental Milestones

         A.   Physical

         B.   Cognitive

         C.   Social

         D.   Emotional 

V.      Issues in Infant/Toddler Care

         A.   Attention, spoiling and discipline

         B.   Feeding and scheduling

         C.   Thumb sucking and comfort devices

         D.   Low birth weight

         E.   Failure to Thrive Syndrome

         F.   Children with special needs

         G.   Developmentally appropriate toys and equipment

         H.   Family needs/involvement

CDA 173 - Ages and Stages of Young Children: The Preschool Years

1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours
1 lecture period 0 lab periods

Examination of the developmental stages of preschool children ages 3 to 5 years. Includes general principles and theories of development, physical characteristics, pattern of motor skill development, cognitive development, socio-emotional development, developmental concerns and challenges and family involvement.

Information: All CDA courses require college-level reading and writing.
  

1. Identify and apply contributions of developmental theorists and their impact on the field of early childhood education (NAEYC 1a, 1b).
2. Compare relative roles of: genetics, health, environment, demography, familial influences and cultural determinants (NAEYC 1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 6a).
3. Explain national issues that influence child development (NAEYC 1b, 1c, 6a, 6e).
4. Identify, analyze, and discuss factors in social, emotional, physical, cognitive, language and brain development from age 3 to 5 years (NAEYC 1a, 1b, 1c).
5. Identify the key issues of family involvement in the preschool years (NAEYC 1a, 1b, 1c, 2b, 2c).

         A.   Identification of theories/theorists

         B.   How theory aligns with developmentally appropriate practice

II.       Influences on Growth and Development

         A.   Nature and Nurture

         B.   Health

         C.   Environment

         D.   Demographics

         E.   Familial

         F.   Cultural

III.      National Issues

         A.   Media exposure

         B.   Violence

         C.   Abuse

IV.     Preschool Developmental Milestones

         A.   Physical

         B.   Cognitive

         C.   Social

         D.   Emotional

V.      Issues in Preschool Care

         A.   Attention, spoiling and discipline

         B.   Nutrition

         C.   Thumb sucking and comfort devices

         D.   Children with special needs

         E.   Developmentally appropriate toys and equipment

         F.   Family needs/involvement

CDA 222 - Elements of Children’s Culture

1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours
1 lecture period 0 lab periods

Examination of the ways culture affects children’s learning. Includes an overview of multiculturalism, cross-cultural competence, responsive learning environments, and family and community involvement.

Information: All CDA courses require college-level reading and writing.
  

1. Define the term multicultural and demonstrate an understanding of how culture and diversity influences children’s development (NAEYC 1b, 2c).
2. Develop cross-cultural competence through self-reflection (NAEYC 6d).
3. Explain the important aspects of diversity in relation to children’s developing self-identities and incorporate discussion of cultural influences into the curriculum (NAEYC 2a, 4d, 5c). 
4. Involve families and community in a meaningful way in the ongoing multicultural experiences in the program (NAEYC 2c).
5. Create an anti-bias, culturally rich environment that embraces and challenges all areas of learning to promote positive outcomes (NAEYC 1c, 4d).

         A.   Definition

         B.   Values, beliefs, behaviors, preferences and practices

         C.   Cultural dynamics

1. Cross-Cultural Competence

         A.   Definition

         B.   Self-reflection

         C.   Appreciate, value and share cultural similarities and differences

1. Diverse Abilities and Special Needs

         A.   Laws

         B.   Strategies

         C.   Challenges

         D.   Family expectations and attitudes

1. Family and Community Involvement

         A.   Collaborations

         B.   Assessment

         C.   Communication

         D.   Resources   

1. Anti-Bias, Culturally Rich Learning Environment

         A.   Physical 

         B.   Curriculum

         C.   Community

CDA 271 - Professionalism in Childcare

1. Examine the meaning and characteristics of professionalism and how it relates to self and others (NAEYC 6a, 6d).
2. Identify and explain historical and contemporary influences on the development of early childhood education (NAEYC 1b, 5c, 6c).
3. Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to practicing a professional code of ethics (NAEYC 6b).
4. Discuss state and national advocacy efforts on behalf of children and their families (NAEYC 2a, 6c). 

1. Professionalism
   1. Definition
   2. Characteristics
   3. Self-reflection
2. Historical and Contemporary Influences
   1. Key theorists and contributions
   2. Legislation and public policies
   3. Instructional trends
   4. Universal pre-school
3. Professional Values and Ethics in the Early Childhood Field.
   1. Universal and personal ethics
   2. Standards of ethical behavior
   3. Personal ethical commitment
   4. NAEYC Code of Ethics
   5. Ethical dilemmas
4. Professional Growth and Education
   1. Continued professional growth
   2. Effective professional
   3. Professional development programs
5. State and National Advocacy
   1. Professional responsibility of advocacy
   2. Personal, public policy and private sector advocacy
   3. Becoming an advocate for children and families

CHI 101 - Elementary Chinese (Mandarin) I [SUN# CHI 1101]

1. Identify the phonetic system of the Chinese language.
2. Produce and use basic Chinese grammar and structure.
3. Prepare simple texts written with the characters (approximately 200) in traditional or simplified form.
4. Perform in written form 100-200 Chinese characters in traditional or simplified form.
5. Discuss Chinese culture and topics of daily life.

1. Basic Phonetic System of the Chinese Language
   1. Pronunciation
   2. Recognizing four tones
   3. Recognizing consonant sounds
   4. Recognizing vowel sounds
   5. Recognizing intonation
   6. Listening to dialogues
   7. Correct pronunciation
   8. Four tones
   9. Consonant sounds
   10. Vowel sounds
   11. Intonation
   12. Participating in short dialogues
2. Basic Chinese Grammar Structures
   1. Word order in a Chinese sentence
   2. Sentences with an adjectival predicate
   3. Sentences with a verbal predicate
   4. “Shi” and “You” sentences
   5. Questions with an interrogative pronoun
   6. Affirmative-negative questions
   7. Position of adverbs and prepositions
   8. Numeral-measure words
   9. Ways of telling the time
   10. Order of the year, month, day and hour
   11. Particle “Le”
   12. Attributives and structural particle “De”
3. Reading Simple Texts
   1. Recognizing basic Chinese characters
   2. Reading dialogues
   3. Texts in traditional or simplified form
4. Basic Chinese Writing
   1. Basic Chinese characters
   2. Short dialogues
   3. Writing 100-200 characters in traditional or simplified forms
5. Chinese Culture
   1. Simple topics of daily life
   2. Chinese arts, appropriate to proficiency level

CHI 102 - Elementary Chinese (Mandarin) II [SUN# CHI 1102]

1. Identify the phonetic system of the Chinese language.
2. Compose and create works with basic Chinese grammar and structure.
3. Distinguish and interpret relatively more complicated texts written with the characters in traditional or simplified form.
4. Expand written assignment with more Chinese characters in traditional or simplified form.
5. Discuss and compare Chinese cultural topics.

1. Additional Phonetic System of Chinese Language
   1. Pronunciation
   2. Four tones
   3. Consonant sounds
   4. Vowel sounds
   5. Intonation
   6. Relatively longer dialogues
   7. Short narratives or compositions
   8. Speaking Pronunciation
   9. Basic oral questions and answers
2. Additional Selection of Grammar Structures
   1. Object of the preposition “Cong”
   2. Subject, predicate, object, attributive and adverbial adjunct
   3. Alternative questions
   4. Pivotal sentences
   5. Reduplication of verbs
   6. Position words
   7. Sentences indicating existence
   8. Word order of a series of attributives
   9. Preposed object
   10. Optative verbs
   11. Progressive and perfect aspects of an action
   12. Status of “Ba” sentences
3. Additional Reading Chinese
   1. Additional reading of basic Chinese characters
   2. Relatively longer dialogues
   3. Short essays and narratives
4. Additional Writing Chinese
   1. Additional writing of basic Chinese Characters
   2. Short essays and narratives
   3. Short compositions
5. Additional Chinese Culture
   1. Relatively complicated topics from daily life
   2. Pop and classic music

CHI 201 - Intermediate Mandarin I [SUN# CHI 2201]

1. Analyze and compose with Intermediate Chinese grammar and structure.
2. Develop answers to unanticipated questions on familiar material.
3. Employ literary, political, economics and social vocabulary in appropriate dialogues.
4. Interpret simple literary works.
5. Discuss understanding of norms, values, and beliefs in geographical areas where the Chinese language is spoken.

1. Intermediate Selection of Grammar Structures
   1. Time-measure complement
   2. Approximate number indicators
   3. Action-measure complement
   4. Subjectless sentence
   5. Modal particles
   6. Structural particles
   7. Continuous aspect of an action
   8. Aspects of verbs
   9. Comparison
   10. Complements of quantity
2. Oral and Aural Transactions
   1. Communicating in Chinese dealing with daily activities to
      1. Culture
      2. Politics
      3. Economics
      4. Social issues
   2. Objects in daily life
   3. Summarize a story with a paragraph
   4. Information necessary for daily survival
   5. Current events
   6. Answering questions
3. Political, Economic, and Social Vocabulary in Readings and Writings
   1. Literary works by Chinese writers from China
   2. Working with descriptions and instructions
   3. Asking and answering related questions to topics
   4. Write about related topics
   5. Communism in mainland China and capitalism in Taiwan
   6. Industrialized Hong Kong
4. Intermediate Literary Works
   1. Short articles
   2. Short modern stories
   3. Poetry of modern Chinese writers
5. Norms, Values, and Beliefs
   1. Social and cultural differences between Mainland China (including Hong Kong and Macao) and Taiwan 
   2. Chinese arts: calligraphy and painting styles
   3. Contemporary music trends, pop music, traditional Chinese opera.
   4. Religious beliefs
   5. Lost traditional values in mainland China
      1. Communism
      2. Taiwan values and Chinese traditions
   6. Cultural norms differ in mainland China and Hong Kong.

CRC 101 - Foundations of Clinical Research

1. Explain the evolution of the requirements for informed consent from research participants.
2. Identify the principles and content of the key documents that ensure the protection of human participants in clinical research.
3. Describe the ethical issues and safeguards concerning vulnerable populations.
4. Explain the phases and purposes of clinical studies as part of the drug development process.
5. Identify and apply the professional guidelines and code of ethics that apply to the conduct of clinical research.

1. Identify necessary skills and attributes of the clinical research coordinator (CRC).
2. Prepare an organizational chart depicting a typical research team.
3. Identify medical, pharmaceutical, and research related terminology and acronyms

1. Evolution and History of Clinical Research and the Protection of Human Subjects in Clinical Research 
   1. Tuskegee Syphilis Study
   2. World War II human experiments
   3. Nuremberg Code
   4. Human Radiation Experiments
   5. 1960’s Thalidomide Tragedy
   6. Kefauver-Harris Amendment
   7. Milgram Study
   8. Declaration of Helsinki
   9. Beecher article, New England Journal of Medicine
   10. Belmont Report
   11. President’s Commission for the Study of Ethical Problems in Medicine and Biomedical/Behavioral Research
   12. National Commission for the Protection of Human Subjects of Biomedical and Behavioral Research
   13. Sub-committee on Health and Science               
2. Evolution and History of the Clinical Research Process
   1. U.S. laws governing the development and marketing of drugs and devices
   2. Bioresearch Monitoring Program
   3. Federal regulations and International Community for Harmonization (ICH) guidelines
3. Overall Process of Clinical Research Development of Drugs, Devices and Biologics
   1. Government agencies and international initiatives involved in clinical research
   2. New drug and biologic development and marketing approval process
   3. Medical device development and marketing approval process
4. Informed Consent        
   1. Elements of consent: Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and International Community for Harmonization (ICH)
   2. Comprehension
   3. Autonomy vs. coercion
   4. Documentation
   5. Exceptions to consent
   6. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance
5. Components of Clinical Trial Designs for Phases I through IV
6. Selected Common Medical and Pharmacologic Terms Used in Clinical Research
   1. Identification
   2. Definition
   3. Abbreviation
   4. Appropriate utilization of common medical terms and abbreviations
7. Members of a Clinical Research Study Team: Roles, Responsibilities and Interdependencies
   1. Study coordinator
   2. Clinical pharmacist
   3. Statistician
   4. Project leader/manager
   5. Auditor
   6. Clinical investigator
   7. Clinical research associate/monitor
   8. Data manager
   9. Medical officer
   10. Medical writer
   11. Regulatory affairs personnel
   12. Basic Scientist (Translational research)
   13. Epidemiologist
   14. Contracts and Legal personnel
   15. Quality Control and Quality Assurance officer
   16. Bioinformatics Programmer
8. Skills and Performance Expectations of the Clinical Research Coordinator      
   1. Professional demeanor
   2. Application of knowledge and experience
   3. Team player
   4. Communication skills
   5. Attention to detail
   6. Professional dress
9. Organizations Involved in the Clinical Research Process
   1. Pharmaceutical, biotech and medical device companies
   2. Clinical research organizations
   3. Site management organizations
   4. Institutional review boards
   5. Investigative sites
   6. Academic research organizations
   7. Research laboratories
   8. Research funding agencies (e.g., private foundations, governmental agencies and non-governmental agencies)
   9. U.S. FDA and other regulatory agencies
   10. Data Safety and Monitoring Board
   11. National Institutes of Health
   12. National Cancer Institute
10. Basic Clinical Trial Ethical Considerations in the Conduction of a Clinical Trial
    1. Pre-trial Ethical considerations
       1. Study design
       2. Selecting a comparison treatment or intervention
       3. Randomized trials
       4. Inclusion/exclusion criteria
       5. Working with vulnerable populations
    2. Ethical considerations during trial
       1. Recruitment
       2. Barriers to recruitment
       3. Confidentiality and privacy
       4. Compensation for research-induced injury
       5. Monitoring the study
       6. Issues relating to confidentiality and disclosure
    3. Post-Trial ethical considerations
       1. Authorship
       2. Obligation to inform
11. Professional Research Associations and Their Respective Roles 
    1. Society of Clinical Research Associates (SoCRA)
    2. Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP)
    3. Drug Information Association (DIA)
    4. Regulatory Affairs Professional Society (RAPS)
    5. Society of Clinical Data Management (SCDM)

CRC 102 - Introduction to Research Data

1. Describe the role of statistics and informatics in clinical trials.
2. Describe the origin, flow, and management of data through a clinical trial.
3. Describe communication methods to stakeholders about study findings.
4. Review data collection forms for completeness and accuracy.

1. Coordination and Organization of Patient Data for a Clinical Research Project
   1. Clinical data management process for clinical trial
   2. Elements of a data management plan
   3. Appropriate database design and its development
2. Various Data Collection and Data Capture Procedures
   1. Various schemes and methods of data collection
   2. Methods of randomization and documentation procedures
   3. Various methods for data capture
3. Designing Data Collection Forms
   1. Relevant data and outcome parameters
   2. Methods to capture baseline and follow-up data
   3. Appropriate closed-end questions to capture unambiguous data
4. Reviewing Data Collection Forms
   1. Completeness and accuracy
   2. Advantages and disadvantages of single entry versus double entry
   3. Data validation methods and the role of database definition in validation
   4. Computerized checks, data queries, and appropriate methods for data correction
   5. Common errors and omissions on case report forms
   6. Function of quality assurance related to clinical data management
5. Collecting Pertinent Data to Assist in Specified Research Publication
   1. Basic principles of coding dictionaries and their function
   2. Appropriate method for handling expedited safety reporting for investigational drugs and devices
   3. Appropriate method for handling safety reporting for marketed drugs and devices
   4. Content of periodic update reports to the IRB
   5. Structure and content of an integrated study report filed with a regulatory agency in support of a request for marketing approval
   6. Methods for database changes, and appropriate timing for changes once a clinical trial is started
6. Reviewing Research Data for Subject Safety
   1. Patient case report forms, data listings, and instances of deviation from the approved study protocol
   2. Patient case report forms, data listings, and subjects who received concomitant medication, or experienced concurrent illness during the study, or had secondary diagnoses
   3. Patient case report forms, data listings, and subjects who died or experienced serious adverse events, or withdrawals from the study due to adverse events
   4. Patient case report forms, data listings, and subjects with significant (as defined in the protocol and analysis plan) deviations from a defined normal limit in laboratory parameters
7. Generating a Final Study Report and Publications
   1. Regulatory requirements for a final study report
   2. Required elements of a final study report
   3. Generate draft sample final study report
   4. Structure and content of a paper prepared for peer-reviewed journal publication of clinical research data

CRC 110 - Clinical Research Common Terminology

1. Describe the component parts of medical terms using basic prefix, suffix, and combining forms to build medical terms
2. Relate the terms that describe to the body as a whole to the names, locations and functions of the major organs of the body systems
3. Describe the terms utilized for the major disease processes including symptoms, diagnosis, diagnostic testing, surgeries, and therapies
4. Define basic terms and abbreviations used in documenting medical records
5. Use common terms and abbreviations in documenting medical records related to the major systems of the body
6. Define the MedDRA System Organ Class and the grading system used in Adverse Event severity.
7. Define an Adverse Event using the CTCAE guidance
8. Describe the Activities of Daily Life Instrument

1. Basic Word Structure
   1. Analyze medical words by using the tools of word analysis by dividing them into component parts (prefixes, combining forms, and suffixes)
   2. Medical terms related to the structure and function of the human body (in the context of how the body works in health and disease)
   3. Spelling and pronunciation of medical terminology
   4. Medical words divided into their component parts
   5. Meaning of basic combining forms, prefixes, and suffixes of the medical language
2.  Prefixes and Suffixes
   1. Define prefixes and suffixes
   2. Analyze words using prefixes and suffixes with combining forms to build and understand terminology
3. Terms Pertaining to the Body as a Whole
   1. Terms that apply to the structural organization of the body
   2. Body cavities and the organs contained within those cavities
   3. Anatomical and clinical divisions of the abdomen
   4. Anatomical divisions of the back
   5. Terms that describe positions, directions, and planes of the body
   6. Definitions for new word elements, using them to understand new medical terms
4. Organs of Each System
   1. Disease process and symptoms
      1. Skeletal  System
      2. Muscular System
      3. Nervous System
      4. Respiratory System
      5. Cardiovascular System
      6. Digestive System
      7. Excretory and Urinary System
      8. Endocrine System
      9. Immune and Lymphatic System
      10. Integumentary System
      11. Reproductive System (male and female)
      12. Sensory System
   2. Combining forms and the meaning of the related terminology (using these word parts)
      1. Skeletal  System
      2. Muscular System
      3. Nervous System
      4. Respiratory System
      5. Cardiovascular System
      6. Digestive System
      7. Excretory and Urinary System
      8. Endocrine System
      9. Immune and Lymphatic System
      10. Integumentary System
      11. Reproductive System (male and female)
      12. Sensory System
   3. Application of medical terms for the proper collection of adverse events and medical history
      1. Skeletal  System
      2. Muscular System
      3. Nervous System
      4. Respiratory System
      5. Cardiovascular System
      6. Digestive System
      7. Excretory and Urinary System
      8. Endocrine System
      9. Immune and Lymphatic System
      10. Integumentary System
      11. Reproductive System (male and female)
      12. Sensory System
   4. Special Interest areas:
      1. Congenital, familial, and genetic disorders
      2. Injury, poisoning, and procedural complications
      3. Investigations
      4. Social circumstances
      5. Surgical and medical procedures
5. Understand the System Organ Class Using the MedDRA System
   1. Discover MedDRA
   2. System Organ Class (SOC)
   3. High Level Group Term (HLGT)
   4. High Level Term (HLT)
   5. Preferred Term (PT)
   6. Lowest Level Term (LLT)
6. Apply the Medical Terminology to the CTCAE
   1. Locate a medical condition(s) or disorder
   2. Medical terminology within the CTCAE
   3. Severity of the condition or disorder
   4. Activities of Daily Life instrument