Course Descriptions090-177 Animal Science Provides fundamental knowledge of the animal science field. Examines animal health occupations, animal health, and animal environments. Interprets principles of anatomy and physiology, genetics and reproduction with livestock evaluation and selection. Includes application of job-related safety techniques. 090-178 Bio Security Introduces students to the steps needed to control infectious diseases. Includes analysis of how vaccinations impact infectious diseases and discusses techniques on proper administration of vaccinations. Students examine management practices that reduce the risk and spread of infectious diseases. 090-179 Diseases Provides information on animal health and disease prevention. Focuses on the nature of animal diseases, cause of disease and how to recognize animal ill health. Students develop a disease prevention program and learn to identify signs of disturbances and diseases that affect animals including infections and parasites. 090-180 Animal Nutrition Introduces students to strategies needed to select and maintain the nutrient balance essential for animal growth, livestock production and animal reproduction. Students explore the effects that digestion, absorption and other anatomy and physiology elements play in animal nutrition. 090-181 Herd Management Introduces students to the basics of dairy herd management including heifer management, nutrient requirements, herd health/ diseases and reproduction. Includes ways to deal with concerns for the environment and concerns for human health. Analyzes the current situation and makes plans to take advantage of the changes in animal agriculture brought about by technological advances. 090-182 Milk Quality Investigates how animal health and feeding affects milk quality. Examines different milking systems, sanitation techniques and sanitation products. Students evaluate different products available to improve milk quality. 090-183 Crop Management Provides fundamental knowledge of crop and soil nutrient management, including use of both commercial fertilizers and manure. Course topics include purchase or lease options for land, agronomy consulting programs, tillage and conservation plans, soil nutrient plans, cropping plans, managing nutrient waste, crop harvest and storage and production records. Participants will apply the concepts covered in this course to their personal farm business situation. 090-184 Introduction to Soils Provides fundamental knowledge of soils. Covers soil formation and development, soil components, soil profile, soil classification and soil conservation. Students experience soil concepts through the completion of hands-on activities. 090-185 Grazing Gives you the “whole” picture that pasture-based agriculture requires. Covers the timing of breeding and lactation, the type of genetics used, the necessity for control over grazing time and area, and the thoughtful development of an annual forage flow. You will develop a pasture management program that includes plant species, storage and animal rearing on pasture. 090-186 Farm Records and Business Analysis Explores financial management of an agriculture business venture. Involves the acquisition and use of financial resources with the intent of protecting these resources against excessive risk. Evaluates potential investments, financial planning and liquidity management. Develops and monitors a budget using tax-management strategies. Also investigates estate planning. 090-187 Dairy Risk Management Develops an awareness of price risk management and evaluates price targets, price capability and preferences, and the current situation and outlook. You will develop a written and comprehensive marketing plan for your operation that includes: cost of production, costs of other farm business, price targets, pricing protocols, price trends and seasonality, and a pricing strategy. 090-188 Farm Tax Focuses on the practical use of a farm record system that gathers the necessary data for the agribusiness operator to successfully complete tax returns. Investigates different financial software available for recordkeeping and producing tax returns. Recent tax law changes that affect agribusiness owners are identified and used to develop tax strategies. 090-189 Investments Investigates investment options such as stocks, bonds and mutual funds. Assists students in setting financial goals. Introduces the relationship between risk and return. Students explore strategies involved in timing of investments and trends of major markets. 090-191 Business Planning Introduces skills needed to create a business plan. Focuses on the responsibilities connected with starting and maintaining a successful business. Examines the role of government in business planning. 090-192 Strategic Farm Management Planning Applications Explores the use of farm record systems in managing day-to-day farm operations. Students gain skills in establishing farm business goals, selecting and using farm credit and making farm business arrangements. Includes developing strategies for farm estate planning and farm income taxes. 091-104 Introduction to Veterinary Technology Highlights communication within the veterinary medical team as well as an introduction to veterinary technology as a career. Emphasizes common names for species, disease process, procedures, common medical signs and abbreviations. Career development and professional organizations are discussed. 091-106 Animal Husbandry Concentrates on the husbandry of species commonly seen in veterinary practice. Breed identification, behavior, animal nutrition, animal welfare, reproduction, use of animals in research, and diseases are emphasized. (Prerequisites: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in 091-104 Introduction to Veterinary Technology and 801-195 Written Communication) 091-107 Infectious Animal Disease Covers etiology, symptoms, transmission, diagnosis, prevention and control of disease. Emphasizes reporting requirements, proper diagnostic sampling, and high-exposure diseases that might involve the veterinary team and/or client. (Prerequisites: 091-106 Animal Husbandry; 806-105 Principles of Animal Biology) 091-120 Veterinary Clinical Pathology 1 Introduces students to Veterinary Clinical Pathology, including laboratory equipment and laboratory procedures in microscopy, hematology, urinalysis, and parasitology. (Prerequisites: 091-106 Animal Husbandry; 806-105 Principles of Animal Biology) 091-172 Animal Care and Management 2 Develops handling, restraint, physical exam and specimen collection experience with large animal species. Includes disease, health care and nutrition. (Prerequisite: 091-171 Animal Care and Management 1) 091-121 Veterinary Clinical Pathology 3 Provides students with additional experience with clinical skills gained during Veterinary Clinical Pathology 1 and 2. Additional procedures include virology and necropsy. (Prerequisite: 091-124 Veterinary Clinical Pathology 2) 091-124 Veterinary Clinical Pathology 2 Provides students with additional experience with clinical skills gained during Veterinary Clinical Pathology 1. Additional procedures include microbiology. (Prerequisite: 091-120 Veterinary Clinical Pathology 1) 091-125 Veterinary Office Management Introduces modern veterinary hospital business practices, including developing good public, client and staff relations; basic human resources management; client services and education; office procedures; basic accounting, marketing and computer skills; and advancement opportunities. Emphasizes professional ethics. (Prerequisites: 091-172 Animal Care and Management 2) 091-127 Surgical Nursing 1 Covers patient prep, surgical instrument identification, pack preparation, surgical nursing and anesthesia. (Prerequisites: 091-140 Animal Anatomy and Physiology; 091-155 Hospital Supplies and Medicants; 091-172 Animal Care and Management 2) 091-128 Large Animal Nursing Builds on veterinary nursing skills from 091-172 Animal Care and Management 2. Covers large animal surgical nursing and anesthesia. (Prerequisites: 091-153 Medical Nursing; completion of or concurrent enrollment in 091-152 Surgical Nursing 2) 091-140 Animal Anatomy and Physiology Covers terminology, function, location, identification and organization of anatomical structures as parts of body systems. Emphasizes interrelationships between structure and function using body system approach. Discusses comparative anatomy and disease. (Prerequisites: 091-106 Animal Husbandry; 806-105 Principles of Animal Biology) 091-152 Surgical Nursing 2 Focuses on the continuation of basic surgical nursing and anesthesia skills. Covers dental prophylaxis and dental radiography. Discusses basic emergency medicine concepts. (Prerequisites: 091-127 Surgical Nursing 1) 091-153 Medical Nursing Covers radiology, EKG, bandage application, sample collection, introduction to ultrasound and urinary catheterization. (Prerequisites: 091-140 Animal Anatomy and Physiology; concurrent enrollment in 091-127 Surgical Nursing 1) 091-155 Hospital Supplies and Medicants Studies drugs and other pharmaceuticals used in veterinary medicine. Emphasizes drug usage, client education, measurement, administration, inventory and storage. (Prerequisites: 091-106 Animal Husbandry; 804-106 Introduction to College Mathematics; 806-105 Principles of Animal Biology) 091-171 Animal Care and Management 1 Develops handling, restraint, physical exam and basic specimen collection experience with small animal species. Includes disease and health care. (Prerequisites: 091-106 Animal Husbandry; 806-105 Principles of Animal Biology) resources against excessive risk. Evaluates potential investments, financial planning and liquidity management. Develops and monitors a budget using tax-management strategies. Also investigates estate planning. 091-172 Animal Care and Management 2 Develops handling, restraint, physical exam and specimen collection experience with large animal species. Includes disease, health care and nutrition. (Prerequisite: 091-171 Animal Care and Management 1) 101-102 Hospitality Accounting (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Studies the basic structure of hospitality accounting. The student will recognize the differences in hotel/hospitality accounting. Emphasis is placed on analysis and interpretation, as well as recording, classifying and summarizing phases. 101-105 Survey of Accounting Emphasizes accounting as a tool of management. Students explore the accounting information needed by management for planning and controlling through the use of practical examples in business and industry. 101-110 Introduction to Accounting Offers foundational accounting information needed by management for planning and controlling functions. Expands basic principles by presenting managerial accounting concepts. The complete accounting cycle is covered from original business transactions, preparation of financial statements, to closing the books. Application is provided for each step of the cycle. 101-111 Accounting 1 Emphasizes accounting requirements for sole-proprietorship, service and merchandising businesses in manual and computerized systems. Covers the accounting cycle, from the original business transaction to closing the books at year-end, including the preparation and interpretation of financial statements. Cash and short-term receivables are discussed in depth. 101-113 Accounting 2 Explains accounting for sole proprietorships and corporations. Covers inventory, fixed and intangible assets, current and long-term liabilities, capital stock, retained earnings, the statement of cash flows and financial statement analysis. (Prerequisite: 101-111 Accounting 1) 101-116 Intermediate Accounting 1 Emphasizes accounting principles and standards focusing on current accounting issues. Course is geared for the accounting major for whom this intermediate study is the foundation for further specialized courses. (Prerequisite: 101-113 Accounting 2) 101-118 Intermediate Accounting 2 Emphasizes accounting as a management tool. Explains the accounting information needed by management for decisions in planning and as a means of control. Emphasizes accounting principles, concepts and methods for long-term assets, stockholder’s equity, current and noncurrent liabilities, and other advanced accounting applications. (Prerequisite: 101-116 Intermediate Accounting 1) 101-119 Financial Management Surveys the various methods of financing the assets of an enterprise and of current financial practices. Explores the financial institutions and the instruments and procedures used for loans and investments to meet the demands for funds in the capital markets. Financial statement analysis, cash flow planning, working capital management, credit analysis, stocks and investing are included. (Prerequisite: 101-113 Accounting 2) 101-123 Income Tax Accounting Provides the basic and intermediate information needed for preparing moderately difficult income tax returns for individual taxpayers. Includes training in the rudiments and applications of the Internal Revenue Code. (Prerequisite: 101-111 Accounting 1) 101-125 Cost Management 1 Emphasizes the need for accurate product costing for industrial and service organizations. Special emphasis is placed on analyzing cost data to assist management in controlling costs and making decisions. Develops principles of job order and process costing. A thorough study of material, labor and indirect expenses is presented. (Prerequisite: 101-113 Accounting 2) 101-126 Cost Management 2 Focuses on the basic methods of accumulating and reporting cost data. Consists of the use of standard costs and variance analysis. The development of budgeting principles and preparation of production as well as cash budgets. The role cost accounting plays in planning and controlling operations is emphasized throughout the course. (Prerequisite: 101-125 Cost Management 1) 101-127 Auditing Covers standards and procedures used by accountants in determining the fairness of a client’s financial statements. Integrates accounting standards, accounting systems, internal control structures, evidence and financial reporting. Topics of discussion include types of audit reports, importance of ethics and internal control. (Prerequisites: 101-111 Accounting 1; 101-113 Accounting 2) 101-141 Payroll Accounting Provides experience in the calculation of payroll and payroll taxes and in the preparation of those records and reports that form the foundation of an efficient payroll system. (Prerequisite: 101-111 Accounting 1) 101-150 Accounting Software Applications Prepares students to perform file maintenance procedures and maintain master record information in computerized accounting systems. Students process accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger transactions. (Prerequisite: 101-111 Accounting 1) 101-154 Microcomputer Accounting Applications Provides hands-on experience with a microcomputerbased general accounting system. Students record transactions and generate journals, ledgers, financial statements and schedules. Emphasizes conversion of a manual accounting system to a microcomputer-based system. (Prerequisite: 101-111 Accounting 1) 101-155 Microsoft Excel for Accounting Introduces students to Microsoft Excel software, a popular accounting tool. Focuses on planning, creating and editing spreadsheets used in accounting. Covers the use of functions, formulas, formatting, creating templates and what-if analysis. Emphasizes accounting problems such as bank reconciliation, financial statement analysis, inventory and depreciation. (Prerequisites: 103-159 Computer Literacy - Microsoft Office; concurrent enrollment in 101-113 Accounting 2) 101-155 Accounting for Professionals (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Study of the information that can be interpreted from financial statements. Students analyze financial statements and apply managerial accounting concepts in an accelerated format. 101-161 Law and Ethics Provides a general background to the elements and characteristics of business law and ethics. Emphasis is placed on how business law is structured and how it functions in our society. The main portion of the course is devoted to an understanding of contracts and contract structure and the ethics of carrying out these contracts. 101-170 Personal Finance Integrates and synthesizes the six major arenas of personal finance. Emphasizes planning and managing personal finances, formulating strategies for making effective purchasing decisions, understanding the role of insurance in risk management, applying effective investment strategies, and taking steps to control one’s financial future. 101-180 QuickBooks Accounting Explores the basic features of QuickBooks Pro in a Windows environment. Provides hands-on practice in the following areas of computer business transactions: printing checks, paying bills, managing accounts receivable and payable, invoicing, managing inventory, and processing payroll. 101-184 Business Finance and Budgeting Analyzes the fiscal components of a business. Students evaluate financial statements, accounts and annual reports relevant to the supervisor as a non-accountant. Students evaluate and review several ratios, trends, business cycles and budgets. Students also discuss internal controls and business ethics and their effect on the firm. 102-101 Customer Service Essentials Provides a solid foundation in the areas of customer service and service excellence and applies techniques to retain customers and maintain loyalty in both a face-to-face environment and in remote settings via telephone and the Internet. Students should be able to prepare the assessments using MS Word or MS PowerPoint. 102-182 Business Operations Assesses the role of business, its internal structure and its relationship to the external environment. Students analyze the supervisor’s role in the functions of business planning, information systems, operations management, information technology, marketing, and how they interact and drive business activities. 103-101 Microsoft Windows 95, Up and Running Emphasizes specialized features of Windows 95. Topics include using the Control Panel, taskbar and shortcuts; introduction to networking, access and use of shared resources; Dial-Up Networking; My Briefcase; Microsoft Fax and browsing the Internet. (Prerequisite: 103-100 Microsoft Windows 95, Getting Started, or basic familiarity with Windows 95) Audience: Novice users. 103-109 Pharmacy Word 2002 Introduction (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Introduces the learner to word processing features such as creating, saving, editing, formatting and printing. These features will be used to provide letters, memos, reports, envelopes, labels, tables, columns and outlines; work with styles and templates; perform mail merges; and create charts and diagrams. This course is offered in a self-paced format and is designed for Pharmacy Technician students. 103-159 Computer Literacy - Microsoft Office Develops basic computer skills in Windows, Internet communication, word processing with MS Word, spreadsheets with MS Excel, and presentations with MS PowerPoint. This course is a "hands-on" computer class and cultivates skills for college and work. Students must be comfortable using a Windows-based computer. Students not familiar with a computer should enroll in Microsoft Windows. Keyboarding skills recommended. 103-160 Microsoft Word Introduces word processing applications, functions and features. Emphasizes creating, editing, saving and retrieving files; using 103-162 Microsoft Integration Provides hands-on experience integrating files to and from database, word processing, presentation graphics and spreadsheet software programs. (Prerequisites: 103-159 Computer Literacy - Microsoft Office OR all of the following: 103-180 Microsoft Excel, 103-181 Microsoft Access and 103-160 Microsoft Word) 103-164 Advanced Microsoft Integration Provides hands-on experience integrating files from programs in the Microsoft Office Software Suite. Students use advanced features in Word, Access, Excel and PowerPoint to link formulas, information and data. Students create documents, databases, worksheets and presentations and integrate the applications in a professional compilation. (Prerequisites: 103-183 Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint; 103-188 Advanced Microsoft Access; 103-190 Advanced Microsoft Excel; 106-159 Advanced Microsoft Word) 103-165 Exploring the Internet With Client Software Provides an overview of the Internet and connectivity issues. Develops practical skills in accessing and using basic Internet tools such as browsers, e-mail clients, search tools and basic internet utilities. Designed for the novice Internet user. 103-170 Beginning Photoshop Introduces basic electronic pixel-based image manipulation. The course uses software tutorial exercises that require Adobe Photoshop CS3 software. The course builds on the student’s required skills of using a computer and its operating system to manage files and search the Internet. (Internet access is required if working from home.) 103-172 QuarkXPress Introduces techniques and procedures for creating publications using QuarkXPress. Uses software tutorial exercises with user interface, typographic controls, integrating images, working with color preparing files for process color reproduction. (Prerequisites: Working knowledge of computer operating systems, use of a mouse, accessing menus and commands, file management) 103-174 InDesign Introduces basic page layout document construction techniques. This course uses software tutorial exercises to focus on learning InDesign’s user interface and document creation procedures. (Prerequisite: 103-159 Computer Literacy - Microsoft Office) 103-180 Microsoft Excel Introduces spreadsheet applications, functions and features using data tables, solver and document review. Emphasizes creating, editing, saving and retrieving files, applying formulas and managing large workbooks, charts, and amortization schedules. May be taken alone, as part of the Office Software Suite Certificate or as the first step in preparation for the Microsoft Certification test. Students should have a basic understanding of a computer system. For entry level students, MS Windows or Computer Literacy is recommended before starting this course. 103-181 Microsoft Access Develops skills to manage relational databases by completing various activities using Microsoft Access in a hands-on format. Builds skills essential to unlocking the potential of a fully functional RDBMS (relational database management system). Access is a database program which keeps track of large amounts of data and organizes it in a useful manner. It provides a cost-effective method of leveraging key database functionality with easy-to-use graphical interface. Students must have a working knowledge of a computer system. Windows and Excel courses (or a working knowledge of both) are recommended before completing this course. 103-182 Microsoft PowerPoint Introduces Microsoft PowerPoint, Windows-based software that facilitates the design and creation of presentations in the form of 103-183 Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint Develop skill in professional presentation and public speaking. Students organize a speaking event, apply customized features to slide 103-188 Advanced Microsoft Access Introduces students to advanced features of Microsoft Access. Includes creating advanced queries; customizing advanced forms and reports; creating macros, Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts; integrating Access with other applications; introduction to database administration, database security, SQL statements, and VBA code. This course may be taken alone or as part of the Advanced Office Software Suite Certificate. (Prerequisite: 103-181 Microsoft Access or instructor consent) 103-189 Microsoft Windows Provides basic overview of Windows. Focuses on concepts and terminology. Students develop skills in using a mouse, working with 103-190 Advanced Microsoft Excel Explores intermediate and advanced features of Microsoft Excel including multiple worksheet and workbook applications; importing data; using database features; creating macros and Pivot Tables; and Nesting functions. Provides hands-on experience in using Excel, building and designing advanced worksheet solutions. This course may be taken alone or as part of the Advanced Office Software Suite Certificate. (Prerequisite: 103-180 Microsoft Excel or instructor consent) 103-192 Microsoft Project Participants control simple or complex projects by scheduling and tracking activities on the computer. Communicate schedule information, delegate tasks, get status updates and report project details so others can be informed. Keep track of project budget and all costs involved. Record project information with Microsoft Project software. (Trial version of Microsoft Project software is included in textbook.) (Prerequisites: 103-159 Computer Literacy - Microsoft Office) 103-193 Dreamweaver/Flash Focuses on the use of Dreamweaver and Flash software in Web site development. Students focus on Dreamweaver’s features such as forms, templates and libraries, rollovers and behaviors, layers, timelines, media, and site management. Students examine basics and cover features such as layers and animation of Flash software. Experience with HTML is recommended. 103-194 Dreamweaver Develops Web sites with emphasis on developing faculty Web pages using Dreamweaver software. Learners incorporate images, navigation, links and tables into the Web pages and explore the use of multimedia in Web page development. Learners also explore use of the software in site maintenance. 104-102 Marketing Principles Provides an integrated overview of the marketing concept and functions. Major topics include the marketing environment, distribution, pricing, product planning, promotion, market analysis and segmentation, marketing opportunities, and consumer and business-to-business buying behavior. 104-103 International Business Practice Firm Provides students with an international experience. Students engage in simulated business transactions with other firms here and abroad via a closed network. Students use state-of-the-art technology, communicate with students from other cultures and apply problemsolving strategies in a team environment. (Prerequisite: 104-102 Marketing Principles) 104-104 Market Research Provides an overview and practical application of trends, technology and methodology found in contemporary marketing research practice. In conjunction with market research, students use the latest in marketing software technology and presentation performance skills to effectively communicate market research. (In the Marketing. Business-to-Business program, this course is taken in conjunction with 104-175 Marketing Presentations) 104-105 Selling Applies fundamental selling principles and allows practice in the basic skills needed to succeed in sales career. Explores the sales process and demonstrates ability to approach, secure desire, handle resistance and close the sale. Examines buyer behavior, communication styles, ethics, international selling, partnership and value-added selling. 104-107 Merchandising Management Emphasizes strategic merchandise management. Students complete a situation analysis, select a target market, gather information, choose a store location, manage a retail business, manage merchandise, correct pricing and communicate with the customer. Includes development of buying, human resources management, and retail operation skills. 104-109 Customer Service Techniques (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Assess participants’ skills in customer relations, judgment and business development and provides training in connecting with customers, healing customer relationships and dealing with customer needs. 104-110 Global Marketing Focuses on global issues that challenge today’s international marketer. Expands on the strategic implications of marketing in different country cultures, as well as identifies marketing management techniques necessary to accommodate cultural differences. (Prerequisite: 104-102 Marketing Principles) 104-111 International Marketing Focuses on global issues that challenge today’s international marketer. Expands on the strategic implications of marketing in different country cultures, as well as identifies marketing management techniques necessary to accommodate cultural differences. 104-111 Customer Interaction Skills (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Prepares the student for effective communication. Content includes writing memos, reports, drafting e-mail messages, developing effective speaking skills, resolving customer disputes and promoting excellent customer relations. 104-113 Marketing Management Analysis Provides practice in marketing decision-making skills including defining marketing goals, analyzing information, predicting the results of actions and making decisions. Students will analyze various marketing and business strategy issues using case studies, readings and marketing simulation software. Strategic marketing mix issues will be emphasized. (Prerequisites: 104-102 Marketing Principles. Completion of three semesters in Marketing program recommended or instructor consent) 104-116 Database Marketing Explores the necessity of gathering and compiling data as a tool for competitive marketing. Focuses on the history and necessity of database marketing today. Students develop a database in Excel and Access for a marketing strategy and learn to measure, track and report data as it relates to that marketing strategy. (Prerequisites: Students should have beginner Microsoft Excel and Access knowledge and skills) 104-117 Electronic Marketing Media Focuses on electronic media as a tool toward effective marketing. Desktop publishing, Web authoring and desktop video software are used to create a variety of electronic media. (Students with a background in Graphics may take course with instructor approval.) 104-118 e-Business Marketing Strategies Introduces promotions and distribution of goods and services via the Internet. Focuses on differences between traditional marketing and e-commerce. 104-119 Promotion Provides an integrated overview of marketing promotional tools and concepts for today’s business environment. Students examine the marketing environment, tools of promotion, advertising tools, Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC), evaluation and measurement. Through practical and theoretical approaches, students prepare an IMC plan for a business including appropriate promotional strategies, tactics and cost estimates. 104-123 Supply Management Emphasizes purchasing and its importance and relationship to other functions within the corporate structure. Addresses purchasing policies, techniques and buying expertise as they apply to marketing careers in either business, purchasing or materials management. (Prerequisite: Refer to Marketing program brochure for course sequence) 104-125 Advertising Focuses on creating and implementing advertising plans. Through a variety of assignments, participants are given the opportunity to create ad layouts, use desktop publishing, design an advertising campaign and create a video or audio advertisement. Through practical and theoretical approaches, students prepare and present an advertising campaign for a specific business or organization. (Students with a background in Graphics may take with instructor approval.) 104-135 Web Marketing Applies the marketing mix (promotion, price, products and distribution) to an online business environment. Students explore technologies that improve marketing strategies: databases, extranets, customized production, customer relationship management software, and intranets. Emphasis is on the marketer’s role to devise strategies that enhance relationships with customers by working with technology specialists. 104-156 Business-to-Business Marketing Explores the unique marketing genre of business-to-business marketing. Emphasis will be placed on the global marketplace, relationship management, cross-functional decision-making processes, supply chain management and product quality. Using actual business case studies, students will assess business marketing opportunities and generate marketing strategies and evaluation techniques for a variety of business marketing scenarios. 104-160 Marketing Basics Provides an introduction to marketing concepts and functions. Focuses on the marketing principles of product, price, place (distribution) and promotion and how these principles impact every company or organization. (Prerequisites: Access to the Internet at home or on campus and access to an e-mail account) 104-170 Marketing Tourism and Hospitality (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Introduces the student to various aspects of tourism; the development and classification of hotel businesses; the hotel and rooms division operation; the duties and responsibilities of the key food and beverage executives; the history and development of the restaurant business; noncommercial food service segments; beverage management and liquor liability; recreation and leisure; the history of gaming entertainment; and the different types of meetings, conventions and expositions. 104-175 Marketing Presentations Provides the opportunity for students to develop the skills, processes and practical experience needed to plan, construct and deliver effective business presentations. In conjunction with Market Research, this course provides an overview and practical application for marketing presentations utilizing software found in contemporary market research practice. (In the Marketing.Business-to-Business program this course is to be taken in conjunction with 104-104 Market Research.) 104-180 Business-to-Business Careers Provides opportunities to explore potential job markets, career building strategies, practice interviewing skills, write an effective 105-120 Business Organization Introduces the student to the world of business. Examines the areas of business such as human resources, operations management, financial management and marketing. Gives the students an overview of the types of business ventures available and the advantages and disadvantages of each. 105-124 Portfolio Introduction (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Prepares the student to develop a personal and professional portfolio, to identify selfawareness through various self-assessments and apply these results to the workplace and other environments, to write goal statements and understand their value, to develop an individual history of events and achievements, and to identify significant learning experiences throughout the student’s life. 105-126 Career Assessment (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Prepares the student to develop a career plan, write a resume, create a cover letter, prepare for an interview, search for work on the Internet, adapt a resume for an electronic scan, and post a resume and cover letter on the Internet. 105-127 Portfolio Assessment (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Prepares the student to identify what they have learned throughout the program, write career goals, reexamine their resume, research and collect project samples of their achievements, and analyze their achievements within the college core abilities and program outcomes. 105-154 Career Internship, Business and Culinary Arts Provides an opportunity to apply concepts, principles and skills learned in the workplace. Emphasis is placed on applying skills to job tasks, writing a cover letter and resume, preparing for an interview and using professional etiquette. 105-155 Career Internship, Business and Culinary Arts Provides an opportunity to apply concepts, principles and skills learned in the workplace. Emphasis is placed on applying skills to job tasks, writing a cover letter and resume, preparing for an interview and using professional etiquette. 105-160 Business Law Provides a general background to the elements and characteristics of business law. Emphasis is placed on how business law is structured and how it functions in our society. The main portion of the course is devoted to an understanding of contracts and contract structure. 106-100 Keyboarding (Lakeshore Technical College Courses) Prepares the student to touch-type on the alphabetic keyboard of a microcomputer using correct techniques and to develop speed to at least 20 words per minute for 2 minutes with 2 or fewer errors. Note: Administrative Assistant, Office Assistant, Medical Administrative Specialist, Medical Assistant and Pharmacy Technician students need 25 words per minute for 2 minutes with 2 or fewer errors. 106-103 Keyboarding Introduces students to the touch operation of keyboard characters through the use of computer software. Focuses on the development of speed and accuracy at the keyboard to a minimum speed of 20 words a minute. Document creation is not included. 106-111 Business Communications Analyze business situations, determine the specific communication strategies required, the audience, and the purpose as you prepare the most effective business communication format to address the situation. Applies concepts to team collaboration, various types of business correspondence, report writing, and business presentations. Proofreading skills, word processing skills, and keyboarding skills are strongly recommended. Online students are required to create an audio recording and should have access to a computer microphone or other audio recording device with the ability to submit the recording to the instructor. (Prerequisite: 801-195 Written Communication) 106-112 Information Storage and Retrieval Prepares students to inspect, index, code, sort, store and retrieve business information according to ARMA indexing rules using alphabetic and numeric storage and retrieval systems. Students apply the principles and practices of effective information control through practical simulated experience. 106-113 Business Publications Prepares students to design newsletters, brochures, flyers, forms, and more for business publication. Applies basics of design for layout and typography to publications. Applies Microsoft Publisher and Adobe Acrobat software packages. Explores options for both print and digital distribution. (Online students will need Microsoft Publisher 2007, Adobe Acrobat Professional 8, and Microsoft Office to complete coursework.)106-120 Document Processing Introduces basic formatting of business letters, one- and two-page reports, tables and memorandums using Windows word processing software. Skill building is provided to enable students to develop an ending speed beyond 38 words a minute requirement. (Prerequisites: Demonstrated 30 words a minute for 3 minutes with 3 or fewer errors using correct fingering. Enroll in 998-120 Keyboarding Pretest to determine placement). 106-120 Business Etiquette and Professionalism (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Prepares the learner to feel confident in the business setting and to understand business protocol in a culturally diverse, international market. Areas of study will include proper etiquette, introductions, professional body language, cultural sensitivity, dining and social skills, and conflict management. 106-121 Advanced Document Processing Develops job-ready production skills while preparing business documents such as correspondence, tables, forms and reports from unarranged and rough draft copy. Includes hands-on, office-oriented applications. Skill building is provided to enable students to develop an ending speed beyond 45 words a minute requirement. (Prerequisite: 106-120 Document Processing or advanced standing by examination) 106-122 Customer Service Applications Apply techniques to gain loyalty and retain customers. Emphasizes assessing customer needs, developing customer relations skills and implementing a customer service improvement plan to meet customer needs. (Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in 103-159 Computer Literacy - Microsoft Office) 106-123 Editing Applications Prepares students to edit documents generated from voice-recorded material and text files applying proofing techniques to produce mailable copy. Mailable copy includes accuracy in English usage, punctuation, number usage, spelling and formatting documents. Keyboarding skills in word processing are applied. (Prerequisite: 106-139 Business Proofreading Skills) 106-124 Keyboarding, Speed and Accuracy Improvement Provides speed and accuracy drill for students entering at various speeds. Through diagnostic tests, goals are determined for practice relevant to the needs of the student. Grading is based on individual improvement. To get the best results, students should plan on class time of one hour a day, four days a week. (Prerequisite: 106-120 Document Processing or demonstrated 25 words a minute for 5 minutes with 3 or fewer errors using correct fingering) 106-133 Advanced Projects, Microsoft Office Solve challenging problems from business scenarios using advanced applications in the Microsoft Office software suite. Prepare files for use on company intranet. Import and export data between office applications. Automate processes by creating templates. Apply multimedia features in presentations. You will apply concepts learned previously as well as research some new features of the applications. (Prerequisite: 106-161 Intermediate Microsoft Office or consent of instructor) 106-134 Communication Technologies Focuses on skills to manage business and personal information using contact lists, e-mail and e-calendar functions. Students transfer information to a personal digital assistant, capture digital video and still images for business presentations and documents, establish videoconferencing to collaborate on documents, scan images and text into documents, scan paper forms for electronic fill-in, and apply recognition technologies. (Prerequisite: 103-159 Computer Literacy - Microsoft Office) 106-138 Computer Essentials Emphasizes the impact of computers, both personally and in business. Examines the fundamentals of computers with respect to computer hardware, software and the Web. Students use the computer to access the Internet and create documents. THIS IS A CONCEPTS COURSE; STUDENTS DO NOT LEARN HOW TO USE MICROSOFT OFFICE SUITE. 106-139 Business Proofreading Skills Improves proofreading skills through a review of common business errors in punctuation, number usage, grammar, capitalization, word choice and spelling. Computer-editing tools and reference resources are used to produce errorfree copy. Basic word processing skills are recommended. 106-141 Computer Applications-Legal (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Provides the learner with skills to use computer applications typical to a law office including spreadsheets, database, e-mail, timekeeping and billing software and litigation management. (Prerequisite: 10110101 Introduction to Paralegalism.) 106-142 Business Meeting and Event Planning Focuses on coordinating business meetings and planning successful business events. Students develop skills in meeting logistics including: scheduling, preparing, organizing, managing and participating in business meetings. Students engage in all aspects of the event management process including goal setting and objectives, establishing event themes, planning event logistics, financial management, promotion, and event evaluation. (Prerequisites: 106-113 Business Publications; 106-134 Communication Technologies; 106-161 Intermediate Microsoft Office) 106-151 Specialized Insurance Claims Emphasizes insurance preparation of claims to government carriers in Medicare, Medicaid and Workers’ Compensation. Applies ICD, CPT and HCPC coding resources to complete CMS 1500 and UB92 insurance claims. (Prerequisite: 509-307 Medical Office Insurance and Finance) 106-152 Electronic Patient Billing Emphasizes the use of Medisoft billing software. Includes preparing patient databases, making entries to accounts, preparing billing statements and insurance forms, differentiates between the manual and static coding process. Students perform static coding with ICD and CPT coding manuals, and complete financial statements. Emphasizes collection practices for overdue accounts and establishes a format for collection policies in a medical office. (Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in 509-307 Medical Office Insurance and Finance) 106-154 Medical Office Applications Simulates handling patients in a medical/clinical setting. Hands-on experience in scheduling appointments, handling patient charts, transcribing progress notes, reading a fees chart and billing, coding from SOAP formats, preparing insurance forms, and establishing confidentiality standards for charts and faxed records. Utilizes Word, Medisoft billing software, Internet, fax and e-mail. (Prerequisite: 509-101 Medical Assistant Administrative Procedures) 106-159 Advanced Microsoft Word Applies word processing features including tables, columns, merges, templates, and integration of graphic elements. Emphasizes production of correspondence, reports and proposals, labels, forms and tables. Microsoft Word 2007 software is used. Recommend students have keyboarding skills and knowledge of MS Word. 106-160 Medical Office Externship Provides students with on-the-job medical office experience in a medical facility. Application of ethical standards in confidentiality is required. Expands student’s knowledge of the requirements (both employment skills and adaptive skills) necessary for employment in the medical profession. (Prerequisites: 106-154 Medical Office Applications, CPR and First Aid for Health Professionals, proof of immunizations, and caregiver background check must be completed prior to Medical Office Externship) 106-161 Intermediate Microsoft Office Incorporates intermediate concepts in word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation graphics software. Students also integrate documents from/to database, word processing, presentation graphics and spreadsheet software. Internet access and access to the following: 2002 software are required: Access, Excel, PowerPoint and Word. (Prerequisite: 106-163 Database and Spreadsheet Essentials) 106-163 Database and Spreadsheet Essentials Prepares students to design their own databases and spreadsheets from the ground up. Develops skills in creating formulas and functions to solve business problems. Develops skills in database tables, relationships and queries. Develops formatting skills for spreadsheets and charts. (Online students need Microsoft Excel 2007 and Microsoft Access 2007 software.) 106-164 Business Applications for Microsoft Office Apply various Microsoft Office business applications using numerous features in Excel, MS Access and PowerPoint. Applications include integration concepts such as importing/exporting, linking/embedding, multimedia concepts, templates and macros. (Prerequisites: 104-159 Computer Literacy - Microsoft Office; 106-163 Database and Spreadsheet Essentials) (Online students will need Microsoft Word 2007, Excel 2007, Access 2007, and PowerPoint 2007) 106-165 Business Office Essentials Prepares students to process information from inception through distribution. Student applies time management and organizational skills to projects. Projects include financial records; digital imaging; purchase, lease and inventory decisions; office procedures; documenting process flows; presenting justification of decisions; and training. (Prerequisites: 106-159 Advanced Microsoft Word; 106-163 Database and Spreadsheet Essentials) 106-167 Legal Processes and Systems Explores the history, components and processes of today’s laws and court systems. Specific areas of the law that are addressed include civil and criminal litigation, family law, real estate, small claims, estate planning and administration. Students view actual court sessions. 106-169 Law Office Applications Emphasizes the application of skills required in the law office. Develops skill in legal billing, specialized legal software, banking and filing procedures, tax matters, processing insurance, and investments. Students prepare a legal portfolio. 106-175 Legal Documents Production 1 Focuses on the preparation of litigation documents for court filing in civil, criminal and small claims cases. Students apply legal concepts to actual court and noncourt documents, utilize legal terminology in document preparation, and transcribe legal dictation in court and noncourt format. (Prerequisite: 106-120 Document Processing or 999-120 Keyboarding Pretest - 30 wpm) 106-176 Legal Documents Production 2 Focuses on the preparation of legal documents for real estate, contracts, family law, estate planning and administration (probate and nonprobate), corporate law, bankruptcy and foreclosures. Emphasis is on speed and accuracy in applying legal terminology in document preparation. (Prerequisite: 106-175 Legal Documents Production 1) 106-178 Legal Office Professional Introduces the student to the role of the legal professional. Develops professionalism, receptionist and client conferencing skills, telephone techniques in a legal setting, law office ethics, confidentiality, and legal office accounting skills. 106-180 Business Protocol Provides opportunities to apply business etiquette to your professional life. Enhances your professional image through appearance, work habits, manners and communications. Explores handling of ethical dilemmas and workplace relationships. Recognizes the diversity of other cultures in business relationships. Provides opportunity to plan for your career success and job search. Recommended to be taken near the end of your program, in one of the last semesters. 107-145 Introduction to Systems Analysis Introduces the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) as the logical sequence of steps for successful completion of a system project. All phases of the SDLC are investigated along with their rationale. 107-147 Systems Analysis and Design Examines the process of developing information systems that use hardware, software, data, processes, and people to support a company’s business objectives. Provides fundamentals for a potential systems analyst to develop business systems that will support operations, improve productivity, and provide information so managers can make sound business decisions. (Prerequisites: 107-145 Introduction to Systems Analysis; 152-125 Programming Logic; 152-127 Introduction to Visual Basic.NET) 107-148 Systems Analysis and Implementation Designed as a capstone experience, this course provides hands-on development and implementation of the case study project that was designed in the prerequisite class 107-147 Systems Analysis and Design. Students work as a team to code RPG/400 and Visual Basic programs that are then implemented on the AS/400 and evaluated. This working system finalizes the System Development Life Cycle. (Prerequisites: 107-147 Systems Analysis and Design; 152-128 Visual Basic.NET, Database Connectivity) 107-164 Linux Server Administration Examines specifically how to perform network administration tasks for a Linux network operating system. Students have extensive hands-on practice carrying out administration tasks on a Linux server network. (Prerequisite: 150-102 Microsoft Workstations) 109-101 Issues in Hotel/Hospitality Management (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Identification and investigation of the laws that affect the hospitality industry help the student understand problems in litigation. The ability to recognize property owners’, managers’, and guests’ legal responsibilities is described and discussed. 109-110 Front Office Procedures and Management (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Emphasizes front-office techniques and management principles for the organization and operation of the lodging facility. The human and public relations responsibilities of the front office as well as routine procedures are an integral part of the course. 109-111 Housekeeping Management (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Investigates the functions of the housekeeping department and the role of its managers in operating the department, and introduces students to basic production skills. The housekeeping department is the training ground for room-division managers. 109-112 Sanitation for Food Service Operations (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Develops skills to follow sanitation and hygiene provisions in state codes. The NRA certification test is included. 109-113 Food and Beverage Operations (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Introduces and applies principles of menu planning, food preparation, laws and sale of alcoholic beverages. Emphasis is on operation of a professional food and beverage facility. 109-115 Hospitality Law (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Applies the skills and tools necessary for a hospitality manager to function in today’s legal work environment. Learners will demonstrate the application of legal practices in hospitality environments and analyze the impact of U.S. employment laws, the impact of global economy, vendor/supplier contract negotiations, reacting to legal charges, documenting the hiring/firing process, dealing with harassment issues, privacy issues, and summarizing legal issues facing hospitality/culinary employees. 109-120 Facilities Operations and Security (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Technical information necessary to establish effective maintenance and engineering functions is explored. An effective energy management program is discussed. Common mechanical problems and the procedures to correct them are emphasized. Security management to protect guests is reviewed. 109-121 Introduction to Hotel/Hospitality Management (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Students trace the development of the hotel/motel industry from early inns to modern high-rise and commercial hotels and highway motels. The organization of the hotel, including food and beverage operations, is discussed. 109-144 Hospitality Internship (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Affords students the opportunity to experience employment while simultaneously having the advantage of being supervised by a program instructor/coordinator. Students complete (2) 16-week practical experiences in an off-campus location. 109-158 Hotel/Hospitality Cost Controls (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Applies concepts of controlling costs with emphasis on cost-to-sales relationship. Students calculate the cost of goods, selling price and relative percentages, forecast sales, conduct yield analysis and calculate break-even points. (Prerequisite: 10101xxx- -Hospitality Accounting and Excel Introduction) 110-101 Introduction to Paralegalism and Legal Ethics (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Introduces the learner to the paralegal profession, including civil, criminal and administrative procedure; state and federal judicial systems; legal research; case briefing; ethical rules that regulate paralegals; law office systems and administration; and substantive civil law. (Corequisite: Microsoft Word skills equivalent) 110-102 Civil Litigation I (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Provides the learner with the skills to evaluate causes of action and defenses; conduct an initial client interview; perform an initial investigation; draft a summons and complaint, answer, counterclaim, cross complaint, motions and supporting documents, and select appropriate discovery devices; draft interrogatories and responses; prepare for depositions; draft a Notice of deposition and Subpoenas; analyze fact patterns; and evaluate evidentiary objections. (Prerequisite: 10110101 Introduction to Paralegalism) 110-103 Civil Litigation II (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Provides the learner with the skill to evaluate and summarize depositions; evaluate evidentiary challenges; prepare a witness list; draft settlement documents; locate expert witnesses; prepare witnesses; prepare for presentation of evidence at trial; prepare a trial notebook; draft a Bill of Costs; prepare post trial motions; evaluate and research appellate issues. (Prerequisite: 110-102 Civil Litigation I) 110-104 Legal Research (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Provides the learner with the skills to differentiate between primary or secondary authority, locate statutes and constitutional provisions, locate case law, locate administrative regulations, locate secondary authority, use correct citation form, verify and update legal authority, formulate legal issues, use effective research strategies, evaluate solutions to legal problems, and use computer-assisted and Internet legal research strategies. Some classes will be held off campus in a law library. (Prerequisite: 10110101 Introduction to Paralegalism) 110-105 Legal Writing (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Provides the learner with the skills to draft legal correspondence, operative legal documents, case briefs, and legal and office memoranda; analyze and synthesize legal authority; use correct citation form; draft a civil pleading, affidavit, trial brief and appellate brief; and apply rules of civil procedure. (Prerequisite: 110-104 Legal Research) 110-106 Family Law (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Provides the learner with the skills to conduct an initial client interview for a family law matter, including divorce and domestic violence; draft initial pleadings for divorce, financial family law documents, divorce discovery documents and concluding documents in divorces; assess the need for postdivorce modification and enforcement; and outline factors involving child custody and support. (Prerequisite: 10110101 Introduction to Paralegalism) 110-107 Legal Aspect of Business Organizations (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Provides learners with the skills to analyze legal aspects of the formation, operation, and dissolution of sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited liability entities, and corporations; draft documents related to various business entities such as Certificates of Limited Partnership; Articles of Organization and Incorporation, Name Reservation Applications, Organizational Resolutions, Form SS-4 and 2553, Stock Certificates, Resolutions and Minutes, and Amendments and Articles of Dissolution. (Prerequisite: 10110101 Introduction to Paralegalism) 110-114 Administration of Estates (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Provides the learner with the skills to assist attorneys to administer estates, differentiate between probate and nonprobate property, contrast various forms of marital property, gather appropriate factual and financial information, select and draft appropriate forms to open an estate, prepare an inventory, draft a final accounting and documents to close an estate, draft tax documents, prepare powers of attorney and simple wills, and assist in the valid execution of estate planning documents. (Prerequisite: 10110101 Introduction to Paralegalism) 110-115 Administrative Law (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Provides the learner with the skills to summarize the administrative legal process including the creation and interpretation of administrative rules and regulations as well as the adjudication of administrative law cases, with emphasis on Workers Compensation and Social Security Disability law. (Prerequisite: 10110101 Introduction to Paralegalism) 110-130 Real Estate Law - Paralegal (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Provides the learner with the skills to analyze types of real estate ownership; analyze the effect of the Marital Property Act on real estate; determine the requirements of listing contracts; draft legal descriptions; draft an offer to purchase; negotiate a real property sale; prepare financing documents; compare abstracting and title insurance; record deeds; compare land contracts; summarize foreclosure procedure; draft closing documents; compare landlord and tenant rights and responsibilities. (Corequisite: 10110101 Introduction to Paralegalism) 110-142 Paralegal Internship (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Enhances the participant’s ability to perform the duties of a paralegal; to seek and obtain employment as a paralegal; apply paralegal skills in an actual workplace setting; to perform legal research and writing; and understand law office systems and administration. Students are responsible for seeking and obtaining an internship position for a minimum of 140 hours in a legal environment under the supervision of an attorney or other qualified professional, completing an internship agreement and learning contract, maintaining a work log and obtaining approval from the internship instructor. (Corequisite: 10110105 Legal Writing) 110-168 Criminal Law-Paralegal (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Provides the learner with the skills to analyze state and federal criminal procedures, determine if a search and arrest is in accordance with the Fourth Amendment, analyze the Miranda rules, draft a criminal summons and complaint, determine possible defenses for a defendant, draft motions, analyze a criminal complaint and jury instructions for required elements, create demonstrative evidence, create a trial notebook, conduct a client interview, and contrast prosecution. (Prerequisite: 10110101 Introduction to Paralegalism) 111-101 Introduction to Graphic Communication Introduces the student to the electronic publishing process. Topics include hardware and software requirements, materials and workflow issues. Emphasizes the construction of computer-based mechanicals utilizing QuarkXPress page layout software and paste-up techniques. Recommended: Keyboarding skills of 20 words a minute. 138-150 Global Business Management Provides an overview of international trade including marketing of products, exporting and importing principles, financial considerations in the international marketplace, and trade regulations that affect international operations. Students explore the opportunities and challenges of doing business in the rapidly emerging global economy. 138-160 Global Supply Chain Management Explores Incoterms, the harmonized system and import procedures of products. Students receive an overview of different modes of transportation, methods of payment and marine insurance. Conflict resolution is stressed throughout the course. 138-165 Global Supply Chain Logistics Explores the flow of documents, ISO and compliance issues related to U.S. export control laws. Students receive an overview of ocean/air rates calculations. NAFTA and other trade treaties and their impact on documents and transportation are discussed. 138-180 Global Trade Finance Explores the intricacy of the foreign market, hedging against fluctuations, the global capital market and the development of the Euro. Major types of risks in export financing and techniques of hedging against such risks are discussed. 140-101 German 1 Establishes a cultural and conversational foundation for professionals who work with German-speaking individuals. Focuses on vocabulary familiarization and building work recognition and usage, understanding German culture and social structure, and application of concepts in international business and educational environments. 140-102 German 2 Builds on the elements of communication (addressed in German 1), expanding grammar and providing the necessary vocabulary for meaningful situations in reading and conversational roleplaying, using topics of general and current interest found in the German-speaking countries. (Prerequisite: 140-101 German 1) 140-105 French 1 Focuses on basic grammar, word building, and communication at an elementary level as well as an understanding of French culture and traditions for professionals who relate to French speaking people in an international business environment. Emphasizes application of language skills in the workplace. 140-106 French 2 Builds on the elements of communication (addressed in French 1), expanding grammar and providing the necessary vocabulary for meaningful situations in reading and conversational roleplaying, using topics of general and current interest found in the Francophone world. (Prerequisite: 140-105 French 1) 140-109 Spanish 1 Explores basic Spanish communication skills through practice in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students acquire vocabulary and grammar in order to develop the ability to speak, write, read and understand spoken Spanish. Emphasizes novice-level conversation, grammar usage, vocabulary development and acquisition of cultural information. Hands-on activities are presented in Spanish so that students become confident in their use of the Spanish language. 140-110 Spanish 2 Explores Spanish communication skills through practice in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students acquire and build on previously learned Spanish vocabulary and grammar usage in order to further develop their knowledge of the Spanish language. Emphasizes novice to mid-novice level of conversation, listening exercises, grammar usage, vocabulary development, and reading for acquisition of cultural information. Hands-on activities are presented in Spanish so that students become confident in their use of Spanish. (Prerequisite: 140-109 Spanish 1) 140-111 Spanish 3 Develops further speaking, listening, writing, and reading skills in Spanish. Focuses on Hispanic culture at the highest beginning Spanish level. Expresses the past and compares the preterite and imperfect past tenses. Applies Spanish grammar rules to issue commands at the formal and informal levels. Explores the subjunctive mood. Develops listening and pronunciation skills using the internet. (Prerequisites: 140-110 Spanish 2 or consent of instructor) 140-115 Spanish for Dairy Farmers Emphasizes development of basic communication skills through practice in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Studies customs and values and provides an increased awareness of the Spanish-speaking cultures. Upon completion, you will be able to participate in uncomplicated conversations on everyday topics. 140-190 International Study Emphasizes the importance of integrating international awareness in the student’s program. Students explore the facets of the international environment examining ethical, cultural, social and organizational similarities and differences. 140-191 International Study Emphasizes the personal and business skills necessary to succeed in a global economy by focusing on a selected culture. Students explore the business practices, customs, norms/taboos and communication styles for a selected culture. 140-192 International Study Emphasizes the personal skills necessary to succeed in a global economy. Students explore the similarities and differences in cultures and communication styles and develop a plan to minimize personal prejudices and stereotypes. 145-185 Organizing Your Small Business Explores the components of small business ownership by examining available resources, identifying trends and opportunities, discussing the parts of a business plan, and assessing own readiness to pursue a small business opportunity. 145-186 Financial Management for Your Small Business Emphasizes the importance of good recordkeeping systems and reports and the records necessary for a small business. Financial analysis techniques are explored through hands-on income statements and cash flow projections for small businesses. Financial and other technical support resources are identified. This course is required for individuals seeking to obtain the Entrepreneurship for Small Business Certificate. 145-187 Marketing Your Small Business Enables prospective or existing business owners/managers to implement and evaluate a marketing plan for their small business. Students develop a marketing plan for a selected small business. Components of the plan include market research, customer focus, quality, pricing and advertising. 145-188 Entrepreneurial Management Assists entrepreneurs in developing effective leadership skills. Focuses on the structure for management of a business and customer relations including developing an internal and external customer service plan. (Prerequisites: 145-185 Organizing Your Small Business; 145-186 Financial Management for Your Small Business; 145-187 Marketing Your Small Business) 145-189 Writing a Business Plan for Your Small Business Focuses on the business plan as a necessary component to beginning and/or growing a small business. Students address facets of the business plan, from observing various types of plans to realizing readiness to begin and/or expand one. Preparation of a business plan, as well as presentation of the plan, are required. (Prerequisites: 145-185 Organizing Your Small Business; 145-186 Financial Management for Your Small Business; 145-187 Marketing Your Small Business; 150-101 Network+ Investigates and applies concepts, terminology, software, hardware and theory expected of computer network support technicians. Focuses on network media and its physical and logical arrangement, protocols and standards, network implementation and support. Helps students prepare for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam. 150-102 Microsoft Workstations Examines user interface, installation, administration and troubleshooting of current Microsoft workstation operating systems. Emphasizes operating systems from the viewpoint of the support person. 150-103 Network Cabling Students apply electrical concepts that are critical to computer networks. Examines inappropriate installation procedures causing degradation in cable performance. Includes applications in the termination and testing of copper and fiber optic cabling. 150-120 Microsoft Servers Covers the user interface, installation, administration and troubleshooting of Microsoft server operating systems from the viewpoint of the support person. Students compare and contrast among Microsoft server network operating systems. (Prerequisites: 150-101 Network+) 150-130 IT Administration Presents overview of management, network analysis, help desk, and upgrade aspects of IT administration. Students research security standards for Internet presence, mainframe, networks, firewall configuration, and design, and they conduct security reviews for compliance. Using a fictitious company, students budget, staff and establish policies from an administration viewpoint. (Prerequisite: 150-101 Network+) 150-131 Network Administration Concepts Analyzes the tasks performed by the person responsible for the well-being of a computer network. Concepts apply to all computer networks regardless of the network operating system(s) in use. This is a prerequisite for all other network administration courses. This course prepares the student for 150-140 Microsoft Network Administration and 150-132 Novell Network Administration. (Prerequisite: 150-101 Network+) 150-132 Novell Network Administration Perform fundamental network management tasks including access, file system, security, directory services and login scripts. Students install and perform administration tasks on a Novell network. (Prerequisite: 150-131 Network Administration Concepts) 150-140 Microsoft Network Administration Analyzes the day-to-day tasks performed by the network administrator. Students have extensive hands-on practice carrying out administration and configuration tasks on a Microsoft server network. (Prerequisite: 150-120 Microsoft Servers) 150-141 Computer Network Installation Students design a structured cabling system for a computer network, install peer-to-peer computer networks, implement client-server computer networks, provide wireless connectivity for a computer network and configure a mixed NOS (Network Operating System) network. (Prerequisites: 150-101 Network+; 150-102 Microsoft Workstations) 150-142 Design and Integration of Networks Examines business models, network design elements, and network integration systems. Students design a computer network that integrates multiple network operating systems. (Prerequisites: 150-120 Microsoft Servers; 150-140 Microsoft Network Administration) 150-143 Linux Network Administration Examines specifically how to perform network administration tasks for a Linux network operating system. Students have extensive hands-on practice carrying out administration tasks on a Linux server network. (Prerequisite: 150-102 Microsoft Workstations) 150-191 Principles of Information Security Develops security policies and strategies after exploring the concept of trustworthy computing and the important role that security plays with respect to people, processes and technologies in an organization. The course is structured around three phases of network security: planning, building and managing network security policies. 150-192 Network Security Fundamentals Provides a detailed overview of the fundamentals of network security. Covers security topology, intrusion detection, firewalls, routers and their configuration, access lists, authentication, and encryption, in addition to reviewing the different methods of attacks such as viruses, Trojan horses, and worms. Also covers wireless technology security. The structure of the course assumes students have a solid understanding of LAN/WAN fundamentals. Students should have a degree in Information Systems or related discipline, or comparable experience. (Prerequisite: 150-191 Principles of Information Security) 150-193 Network Attacks, Firewalls and ID’s Introduces strategies to detect and prevent common computer attacks and vulnerabilities using security technologies. Students explore techniques on how to stay current on vulnerabilities and other security topics. (Prerequisite: 150-192 Network Security Fundamentals) 150-194 Network Defense and Countermeasures Examines methods to use to secure a network perimeter. Students examine and use tools to secure computers running versions of Windows. Includes Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer (MBSA), Solarwinds Remote Management System and other RSA standard security tools. Network encryption and authentication tools are examined. (Prerequisite: 150-193 Network Attacks, Firewalls and IDS) 152-103 Introduction to Web Site Design Focuses on basic design, development and publishing of Web sites using Microsoft Expression Web software including an introduction to the code being produced by the software. 152-104 Intermediate Web Site Design Enhance Web sites with advanced features of MS Expressions Web to create Web sites by employing use of templates, master data pages, media CSS techniques, security features, ASP.NET for data connectivity, validation techniques and using Expression Add Ons. (Prerequisite: 152-103 Introduction to Web Site Design) 152-107 Graphics for the Web Create type, web backgrounds, rollovers, transparent graphics, web galleries, and data-driven graphics within PhotoShop. Gain skill in 152-110 Introduction to Intranets Explores technical and nontechnical issues involved with intranet development. Describes process to establish project teams. Examines techniques used to convey the importance of an intranet to an organization. Investigates the transformation of an organization through use of Web technology. Students build a pilot project. (Prerequisite: 152-103 Introduction to Web Site Design OR 152-112 HTML/XML) 152-112 HTML/XML Write valid HTML code using plain text editors employing CSS for formatting and layout of Web pages. Create well-formed and valid XML documents that bind XML data, use DTDs, namespaces and data types. Explore and use XML tools. 152-113 JavaScript Develops skills in using JavaScript language to create Web-based applications and to add animation and interactivity to a Web site. Addresses utilizing preexisting scripting sources, modifying script from other sources and creating original scripting features. (Prerequisite: 152-112 HTML/XML) 152-115 Web Site Design, Implementation and Maintenance Performs the tasks involved in the process of strategic planning, implementing and maintaining a Web site in a team-based environment. Addresses specific tasks in the process such as Web site design, planning and development, obtaining domain names, registering Web sites, end-user analysis, statistics, testing and troubleshooting, training, and presentation issues. (Prerequisite: 152-103 Introduction to Web Site Design OR 152-112 HTML/XML) 152-117 Emerging Web Technologies and Trends Evaluates new technologies, emerging Web trends, and standards and specifications in the Web development field. Application of new technologies to Web site design and construction will be performed. Investigation and use of resources and tools for maintaining up-to-date skills in the field will be done. (Prerequisite: 152-113 JavaScript) 152-134 Visual Basic, SQL Applications Introduces students to develop relational database applicationsusing the Microsoft SQL Server database and Visual Basic.NET. Students create and modify database tables using SQL Server, then manipulate table data using Visual Basic 2005. Introduces students to querying a SQL Server database using Transact-SQL. Students create complex queries that join multiple database tables and stored procedures that interact with database tables, then use those objects inside a VB.NET application. (Online sections: On-campus lab instruction available.) (Prerequisite: 152-128 Visual Basic, Database Connectivity OR 152-129 Visual Basic, Business Applications) 152-135 Microsoft Access Development Develops business applications using Microsoft Access XP and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA). Students add functionality to Access databases by manipulating forms, reports, queries and tables using VBA. Students also import and export data, create procedures and functions, create validation routines, and perform debugging. The Structured Query Language (SQL) of Microsoft Access is also exposed to the developer as well as interaction with outside programs and the Internet. (Online sections: On-campus lab instruction available.) (Prerequisite: 103-188 Advanced Microsoft Access) 152-137 Java Programming Introduces an overview of Java and explains its role in the computing environment. Students learn the fundamentals of the Java language, including classes and objects, and later use it to build and integrate Java applets into Web pages. Highly recommended students have prior programming experience. 152-138 Advanced Java Programming Students gain skills employing advanced topics such as JavaBeans, Enterprise JavaBeans, network programming, J2EE features, and security through code examples, sample programs, and application exercises. Take your Java programming skills to the next level with this course! (Prerequisite: 152-137 Java Programming) 152-139 C# Development Introduces the principles of programming in C#. Students will write, test, debug and execute programs. Students use the Visual Studio .NET development suite to create control structures, methods, arrays, data files and object classes. (Online sections: On-campus lab instruction available.) 152-199 Applications Developer Internship Provides field experience as a micro programmer specialist. Students spend 216 hours working at the job site with training supervised by Moraine Park in cooperation with the business site. Academic Advisor recommendation is needed to take this course. 154-101 e-Commerce Management Decisions Introduces students to e-commerce and its benefits. Students explore the factors a company must assess in deciding whether to implement e-commerce and research the challenges companies address as they implement e-commerce. (Prerequisite: 103-159 Computer Literacy - Microsoft Office) 152-118 Database-Driven Web Sites Investigates elementary database design techniques. Students explore structured query language (SQL) to manipulate information in databases. Software components and configuration needed to query the database and display its data on a Web page are examined. Students build a functioning database-driven Web site. (Prerequisites: 152-127 Introduction to Visual Basic OR 152-104 Intermediate Web Site Design) 152-119 Web Developer Concepts Provides a broad overview of Internet and Web development concepts. Students focus on developing and applying core Internet and Web terminology in regards to infrastructure and development concepts. 152-120 Web Developer Internship Provides an opportunity to apply in the workplace the concepts, principles and skills learned in prior Web Developer coursework. Emphasis is on seeking a job, applying skills to job tasks, adapting to company culture, modeling the core abilities, and demonstrating online collaboration and communication. 152-124 e-Commerce: Designing and Marketing Web Sites Investigates e-commerce technologies and solutions and the benefits of e-commerce for a company. Addresses how to design a Web site incorporating e-commerce technologies to sell products and services over the Internet. Includes integrating with the company’s current technology structure and business processes including financial, marketing and distribution. (Prerequisite: 152-118 Database-Driven Web Sites) 152-125 Programming Logic Studies structured flowcharting logic for business application programs. Students examine flowcharting concepts, along with required logic, to solve business problems. Students design and then draw the required structure flowcharts. Problem-solving techniques are presented as they apply to business application computer programming. 152-127 Introduction to Visual Basic Engages students in a hands-on, lab-oriented course to create object-oriented, event-driven programs. Students use control structures, variables, arrays, procedures and functions to manipulate VB objects and methods. (Online sections: On-campus lab instruction available.) 152-128 Visual Basic, Database Connectivity Create object-oriented, event-driven applications that incorporate several programming techniques and interfaces. Develop competencies in database management using ADO and Sequential Query Language (SQL). Build applications incorporating Windows Common Controls, MDI forms, and Crystal Reports. (Online sections: On-campus lab instruction available.) (Prerequisite: 152-127 Introduction to Visual Basic) 152-129 Visual Basic, Business Applications Introduces Web services and class objects in programming. Students create distributed applications by means of XML Web services and object remoting and explore uses of Visual Basic and Microsoft SQL Server while developing reusable .NET class objects that incorporate ASP.NET objects. (Online sections: On-campus lab instruction available.) (Prerequisite: 152-127 Introduction to Visual Basic) 152-134 Visual Basic, SQL Applications Introduces students to develop relational database applications 154-102 Project Management Applications 2. Prepares students to employ project management processes and tools. Students conduct a needs assessment, develop a project proposal and schedule, cost a project, identify project funding and manage the project. (Prerequisites: 103-192 Microsoft Project; 196-188 Project Management; 801-159 Training and Development in Office Systems) 154-103 Investigation and Implementation of New Technologies Focuses on researching and implementing technology. Research techniques are used to identify existing and emerging technologies. Students employ project management processes and tools to implement an emerging business technology as a course project. (Prerequisites: 154-102 Project Management Applications 2) 154-111 Computer System Maintenance Presents processes, techniques, resources and tools to provide computer system support to users. Emphasizes logical troubleshooting rather than only relying on symptoms/ solution lists or shotgunning (guesswork). Students install and configure peripheral equipment. Students also work in a Computer Clinic setting at Moraine Park. (Prerequisite: 154-112 Hardware/Software Support) 154-112 Hardware/Software Support Focuses on installing, modifying, configuring and upgrading computer hardware and software items; backing up and restoring hard drives; performing preventative maintenance on microcomputers; and optimizing a computer system. 154-113 Help Desk Concepts Focuses on help desk functions, analyzing help desk software and tools, customer service skills for help desk employees, creating training sessions for end users, creating documentation for computer end users, and researching marketing and communications tools for a help desk. 154-115 Training and Development in Office Systems Applies the principles of training and development as they relate to an office setting. Student will identify problems, conduct a needs analysis and develop training solutions to the problem. Practice is provided for planning, delivering and evaluating training sessions. (Prerequisite: 801-195 Written Communication) 154-119 Technical Support Internship Provides field experience as a technical support specialist. Students earn one credit per 72 hours in on-the-job training supervised by Moraine Park in cooperation with a business or industry. The student is responsible for obtaining an instructor approved position and internship site before enrolling in the course. (The student is responsible for obtaining an instructor-approved position and internship site before enrolling in the course.) 154-120 Microcomputer Operating Systems Introduces operating system functions and commands. Includes operating system concepts, disk and file formats, disk and file management, and control and processing programs. Learn how different operating systems such as DOS, Windows XP Professional and Linux tackle the same problems. Create and use batch files for automated system tasks using Windows (DOS) and Linux command line. Students must have a Pentium 3 PC with 256 MB RAM, 10 GB hard disk, modem with MS Windows XP Pro/2000 and/or Red Hat Linux 9 in a dual boot operating system.194-178 Real Estate Brokerage Prepares students to sit for the Real Estate Broker’s License exam. Develops skills in identifying elements and uses of market analysis and real estate sales. Introduces concepts of sales management and staff compensation. Orients students to concepts in contract law and explores forms used in real estate brokerage. Meets Wisconsin’s 36-hour educational requirement for those seeking a broker’s license. Note: A real estate sales license is required before a broker’s license will be issued by the State of Wisconsin. 194-195 Contract Forms and Agency Agreements Module 1 Discusses issues arising out of the licensee’s creation of agency relationships and delivery of brokerage services to clients and customers when acting as a listing broker or a buyer’s agent/tenant’s representative for a party. 194-196 Offer to Purchase Discusses issues arising out of the licensee’s negotiation and drafting of conveyance agreements. 194-197 New Developments Module 3 Discusses new developments including discussion on the federal antispam legislation, land-use development in 2004, FTC and state “do not call” laws, condo law developments, electronic commerce law, broker supervision rules, use of plain-English agency disclosures, Wisconsin license law rules and limited service brokers and case law update. 194-198 Professional Ethics and Fair Housing Module 4 Provides a dialogue on how license law and industry standards establish a higher standard of ethics as opposed to general business ethics. Covers the Department of Regulation and Licensing’s complaint process, presents an overview of the case handling process and covers alternatives to filing a complaint. For REALTOR members this course fulfills the National Association of REALTORS. 196-105 Recruitment and Retention of Employees (Lakeshore Technical College Course) Applies skills and tools necessary to hire and retain qualified employees. Legal issues, testing, screening, interviewing, selecting and negotiating techniques will be demonstrated and assessed for each learner. 196-134 Legal Issues for Supervisors Provides an overview of the general legal responsibilities of an organization. Analyzes the current employment laws in the United States and their impact on employers/ employees. Examines the supervisor’s role in dealing with harassment in the workplace. Compares how appeals can be addressed in both a union and nonunion environment. 196-136 Safety in the Workplace Introduces safety and loss prevention in the workplace with an emphasis on the supervisor’s responsibility for maintaining a safe, productive environment. Studies safety concepts, hazard controls, developing safety and health programs, and federal and state-mandated regulations. 196-139 Employee Training and Development Identifies training and development skills through practice and skill-building activities. Students focus on understanding the role of training in the development of facilitation skills, using recognized training methods, aids, and techniques and evaluating learning and training processes. 196-151 Employee Relations Enhances the ability to understand and develop employee-focused programs, policies and procedures such as formal and informal communications, employee recognition and conflict resolution. Valuing diversity in the workforce is emphasized. 196-152 Orientation and Training Evaluates training and development skills through practice and skill building activities. Students develop training strategies using a variety of delivery formats. Needs and cost analysis, competency and performance standards, and facilitation skills are incorporated. 196-153 Compensation and Benefits Focuses on the various components that make up a total employee compensation package. Base pay, merit pay and variable pay programs are covered. Students examine benefits including governmental regulation, group welfare plans, pension plans and flexible benefit plans. Students explore the impact of current trends. 196-154 Recruiting and Hiring Focuses on recruiting, selection and hiring practices. Students examine what today’s workforce expects, how to efficiently use the recruitment budget and all steps within the hiring process. 196-158 Organizational Development Addresses issues related to how we work within an organizational setting. Students explore the environment of organizations, changes in technology, and personality of members and how these themes affect organizational behavior. Equips managers with skills to manage behavior and to develop processes within an organization. 196-160 Leadership Capstone Through a capstone project that benefits the community, participants develop leadership skills in team building, problem solving, priority management, proactive listening, constructive feedback, change navigation, conflict resolution, and influence strategies. In addition, participants explore various volunteer leadership opportunities within a community by examining the impact of city and county government, educational institutions, business and industry, and nonprofit organizations upon a community through presentations, discussions and tours. 196-164 Personal Skills for Supervisors Applies the skills and tools necessary to deal with time management, stress and related challenges to a supervisor. Students demonstrate the application of time management techniques, personal planning, continuous learning, valuing rights and responsibilities of others, effective communication, assertiveness and dealing effectively with stress. 196-168 Organizational Development Addresses organizational issues related to how we work and exist within an organizational setting. Explores the environment of organizations, technology, personality and attitudes of members of an organization. Analyzes how these themes affect organizational behavior. Equips managers with skills to manage behavior of people and to develop processes within an organization. 196-169 Diversity and Change Management Addresses changes in the workforce and their effect on the organization. Explores diversity, including values, age, gender, disabilities, education and culture. Provides a framework to gain advantage by blending and capitalizing on the different skills and perspectives of people and creating an organization where everyone gives their best. 196-188 Project Management Introduces the project management process including needs assessment, identification of project resources and costs, establishment of a project schedule, managing the project and assessing the results. In teams, project management concepts are used to analyze problems and create solutions. Students complete true-to-life projects. (Basic computer skills recommended.) 196-189 Team Building and Problem Solving Provides opportunities to explore the benefits and challenges of group work, identify the stages of team development, and recognize roles of team players. Examines a systematic problem-solving process. Students apply skills and tools to facilitate problem solving in a team environment. 196-190 Leadership Development Applies the skills and tools necessary for a leader. Students evaluate leadership effectiveness and organization requirements, individual and group motivation strategies, implementing mission and goals, ethical behavior, personal leadership style and adaptation, impact of power, facilitating employee development, coaching, managing change, and effective conflict resolution. 196-191 Supervision Builds skills necessary for a supervisor to direct individuals and the work that needs to be done within the structure of an organization. Emphasizes the human behavioral aspect of supervision. Focuses on the practical application of supervisory principles of organizing, staffing, leading and controlling. 196-192 Managing for Quality Examines the role of the supervisor in assisting an organization to produce a quality product and/or service. Examines the Total Quality Management concepts and tools needed in the workplace to stay competitive. Ways to incorporate these concepts and tools will be examined in detail. 196-193 Human Resource Management Applies the skills and tools necessary to effectively value and apply employees’ abilities to organization goals. Demonstrates the application of the supervisor’s role in contemporary human resources management, impacts of EEOC, writing job descriptions, recruitment, selection, conducting job interviews, orientation, developing policies and procedures, training, performance management, employee counseling and development, and effective use of compensation and benefit strategies. 204-111 Typography Covers basic principles of typography and type designing. Includes laboratory experience in typographic specifications, computerized copyfitting, creating comprehensive layouts, the application of grid systems, and the use of typographic letterforms in publication design. Uses Adobe InDesign. (A basic knowledge of computer operating system and some familiarity with Adobe InDesign recommended.) 204-121 Publishing Principles Develops an overview of the printing and publishing process, including paper, inks, press operation and bindery. Students gain experience and knowledge in the area of publication planning, printing specifications and customer/printer relations. 204-125 Photoshop for the Web Create type, Web backgrounds, rollovers, transparent graphics, Web galleries and data-driven graphics with Photoshop. Gain skill in designing graphic navigation elements, slicing images and incorporating into web content, optimizing images and applying color management for the Web. Students should be familiar with Photoshop software. 204-131 Electronic Photographics With Photoshop Introduces electronic photographic image capture and reproduction via the halftone process. The course proceeds from input/output calibration, grayscale and duotone images, through process color reproductions. It includes black and white and color desktop scanning, photo CD images, and an introduction to drum scanning. Students should be familiar with Photoshop software. 204-141 Electronic Illustration With Adobe Illustrator Provides experience with vector graphic software and procedures for the creation and/or modification of vector-based artwork for electronic publication. The use of process color will be stressed, and output will be to color desktop proofing devices. Student should be familiar with basic computer use. 204-143 Electronic Illustration With CorelDRAW Provides hands-on experience with object-oriented illustration software for the creation or modification of artwork for electronic publication. Procedures from fundamental image-creation concepts through autotracing and colorizing black and white images are covered. Software for this course is CorelDRAW. The student should be familiar with Adobe Illustrator software. 204-144 Electronic Illustration 2 With Vector Graphics Applies vector graphic creation tools and procedures to the construction of print-specific images. Emphasis is on process-color reproduction. Students will build skills in modifying, editing and applying image content to match reproduction requirements. Reflects required skills for advertising signage and imprinting applications. (Prerequisite: 204-141 Electronic Illustrator With Adobe Illustrator or instructor approval) 204-163 Acrobat PDF Covers the fundamental concepts and features of Adobe Acrobat needed to create and edit PDF files. Students use software tutorials to focus on learning Adobe Acrobat Pro user interface and PDF document creation and editing procedures. Online students need to use the current version of Adobe software. 204-165 Principles of Graphic Design Introduces students to the basic formal elements and principles of two-dimensional graphic design. Uses visual exercises and practical projects to explore visual and creative thinking strategies to develop more effective visual communication. Basic computer skills are recommended. 204-166 Graphic Design for Printing Gain experience in graphic design styles and the evolution of different design periods. Identify principles and elements the designer used in the creation of components and their importance in the overall appearance. Designers will be researched with specific period styles to help students develop their specific style. (Prerequisite: 204-165 Principles of Graphic Design) 204-171 Prepress Production and Planning: Workflow Applies principles of PDF workflow: PDF editing, imposition and trapping methods and procedures. Modifies PDF files, applies imposition software and applies digital workflow principles to creation and output documents intended for print reproduction. It is recommended that students complete 204-111 Typography and 204-131 Electronic Photographics with Photoshop prior to this course. (Prerequisite: 204-165 Principles of Graphic Design) 204-172 Prepress Production and Planning 2 With Digital Output Focuses on designing and creating pressready electronic files for a client-specified, process-color publication using desktop computer technology. This course brings together layout, typography, image acquisition, creation and modification software skills learned in page layout, illustration, photographics and typography classes. (Prerequisite: 204-171 Prepress Production and Planning) 204-181 Prepress Process (Color) Provides participants with an in-depth understanding of the theory of color as it relates to prepress. Topics explored include the basics of color, the properties of color, the four-color process and color measurement devices. These topics will be delivered via lectures, text readings and exercises in traditional and electronic prepress procedures. 204-185 Press Technologies 1 Introduces offset press principles, press setup and hands-on press operation. Features problem solving on the press and basic press maintenance. You will develop skill in printing on papers of various kinds, weights, textures and sizes as well as various inks. 204-186 Press Technologies 2 Continues to develop skill in hands-on press operation. Complex jobs are printed employing decision-making and problemsolving skills. Jobs are printed with less direction. Student exercises independent judgment and completes jobs entailing interpretation of job ticket, setting up the press, printing the job and performing press cleanup. (Prerequisite: 204-185 Press Technologies 1) 204-187 Postpress Technology - Finishing and Binding Introduces finishing processes and concepts employed in the printing industry. Focuses on trimming, folding, gathering, booklet making, padding, binding, stitching, drilling and ink jet operations. 204-188 Color Theory Provides an understanding of basic color principles essential for making informed decisions during the color reproduction process. Explores the history and theory of color. Applies the theory of color to everyday life. 204-189 Introduction to Printing Estimating Provides students with procedures necessary for estimating and pricing graphic products and services. The two general procedures, cost estimating and price estimating, will be examined. Skills used to estimate paper and ink cost will be practiced. Estimate procedures required for prepress, press and postpress production will be covered. 204-190 Digital Printing Concepts Addresses digital printing technologies, processes and benefits. Explores the differences of digital printing versus conventional and offset printing. The market where digital printing is employed will be defined. 204-191 Postpress Technology Distribution Introduces distribution processes employed in the printing industry. Focuses on developing skills in designing mail streams by presort level and applying postal and technological criteria to mail classifications for periodicals and standar |