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Course Numbering Information:
Courses at SLCC are identified by an alphabetic prefix (two to four letters) followed by a four-digit number. Numbers beginning with a “1” generally indicate a course designed primarily for freshmen (such as ENGL 1010); numbers beginning with a “2” generally indicate courses designed primarily for sophomores (such as MATH 2010); numbers beginning with a “0” generally indicate preparatory courses that are non-transferable (such as WRTG 0990).
Biology
BIOL 1015 - Intro to Biology Lab
Credits: 0 Laboratory study, experimentation, and analysis illustrating important biological principles. One laboratory session per week.
Corequisite:BIOL 1010; required lab component of BIOL 1010 Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required
Credits: 4 For non-science majors. An introduction to plant form, function, and reproduction and a survey of the plant kingdom. Three hours of lecture per week with additional lab component (BIOL 1035) required.
Prerequisite:RDG 0900 w/C grade or better, or appropriate placement score Corequisite:BIOL 1035 Semester: Fall & Spring
Credits: 0 Important aspects of plant biology are illustrated. Lab activities include: plant anatomy, physiology, life cycles, and a survey of the plant kingdom. One laboratory session per week.
Corequisite:BIOL 1030; required lab component of BIOL 1030 Semester: Fall & Spring Additional Course Fee Required
Credits: 4 For non-science majors. Topics include: animal classification, evolution, and diversity. Three hours of lecture per week with additional lab component (BIOL 1055) required.
Prerequisite:RDG 0900 w/C grade or better, or appropriate placement score Corequisite:BIOL 1055 Semester: Fall & Spring
Credits: 0 Activities include: use of the microscope, cell structures, evolution, animal development and systematics, and a survey of animal phyla. One laboratory session per week.
Corequisite:BIOL 1050; required lab component of BIOL 1050 Semester: Fall & Spring Additional Course Fee Required
Credits: 4 Introductory study of Biology focusing on marine biological systems. Intended for non-science majors. Three hours of lecture per week with additional lab component (BIOL 1075) required.
Prerequisite:RDG 0900 w/C grade or better, or appropriate placement score Corequisite:BIOL 1075 Semester: Fall & Spring
Credits: 3 Focuses on humans as biological entities. Introduces the scientific process, chemical and cellular bases of life, role of DNA in the continuity of life, evolution, and interrelationships among humans and other living organisms. Three hours of lecture per week.
Prerequisite:RDG 0900 w/C grade or better, or appropriate placement score Semester: All
Credits: 3 Introductory biology course that focuses on the patterns and processes that create biological diversity. Examines causes and consequences of diversity losses from genes-ecosystems. Also analyzes approaches to preventing diversity loss.
Prerequisite:RDG 0900 w/C grade or better, or appropriate placement score Semester: Spring
Credits: 4 Survey of contemporary environmental issues related to conservation and management of natural resources concurrent with increasing socioeconomic and human population demands. Topics such as ecology, resource management, soil and food production, water and air pollution, solid and hazardous waste, global climate change and environmental economics will be emphasized.
Prerequisite:RDG 0900 w/C grade or better or appropriate placement score Corequisite:BIOL 1405 Semester: Fall & Spring
Credits: 0 Scientific principles and data collection needs for gaining an understanding of environmental challenges on local, regional, and global scales will be emphasized in the Laboratory. Some field trips may be required.
Corequisite:BIOL 1400; required lab component for BIOL 1400 Semester: Fall & Spring
Credits: 4 This course content: biological chemistry, cell structure, metabolism, genetics, evolution, and diversity. Three hours of lecture per week with additional lab component (BIOL 1615) required.
Prerequisite:MATH 0980 w/C grade or better, or appropriate placement score for placement into MATH 1010; and RDG 0990 w/C grade or better, or appropriate placement score. Corequisite:BIOL 1615 Semester: All
Credits: 1 This course is designed to be a supplement to BIOL 1610. Content: biological chemistry, cell structure, metabolism, genetics, evolution, and diversity.
Credits: 4 For Biology/Science majors. Content: evolution, diversity, structure and function of plants, structure and function of animals, and ecology. Three hours of lecture per week with additional lab component (BIOL 1625) required.
Prerequisite:BIOL 1610 w/C grade or better Corequisite:BIOL 1625 Semester: All
Credits: 0 Laboratory observation and experimentation to enhance understanding of evolution, diversity, and ecology. Three hours of lab per week with additional lecture component (BIOL 1620) required.
Corequisite:BIOL 1620; required lab component of BIOL 1620 Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required
Credits: 2-4 Work experience in business, industrial, or government environment related to program major. Credit awarded upon completion of specific objectives.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, minimum 20 GPA, study-related employment of at least 20 hrs/week and approval of director of cooperative education, Instructor approval
Credits: 4 Topics covered include cell division, organelle structure and function, gene expression, cytoskeleton, and extracellular matrix. Three hours of lecture per week with additional lab component (BIOL 2025) required.
Credits: 0 Introduction to some of the basic lab techniques in modern cell biology. Lab activities include: microscopy, cell fractionation and analysis of cellular components. One laboratory session per week.
Credits: 4 For biology/science majors. An introduction to the principles of genetics. Topics include: transmission (Mendelian), molecular, and population genetics. Three hours of lecture per week with additional lab component (BIOL 2035) required.
Credits: 0 Hands-on and computer-simulated laboratory investigations of genetic processes. Lab emphasizes data analysis and complements information learned in the lecture. One laboratory session per week.
Credits: 4 For HS and biology/science majors. A survey of microbiological principles related to human health. Covers taxonomy, cell structure, physiology, and genetics of microorganisms. Three hours of lecture per week with additional lab component (BIOL 2065) required.
Credits: 0 Introduces practical aspects of microbiology. Lab activities include: microscopy, cell culture, staining, and techniques for characterizing and identifying bacteria. One laboratory session per week.
Credits: 4 For biology/science majors. Intro to ecological and evolutionary principles, including: population interactions, ecosystem structure/function, energy flow, and biogeography. Three hours of lecture per week and additional lab component (BIOL 2225) required.
Credits: 4 For HS and biology/science majors. Intro to the structure of the human body using a systemic approach. Structural relationships are evaluated by macro and microanalysis. Three hours of lecture per week and additional lab component (BIOL 2325) required.
Credits: 0 Hands-on evaluation of anatomical structures using microscopes and dissection. Human cadavers, histology slides and human/animal body parts are used as study materials. One laboratory session per week.
Credits: 3 For Biology/Science or Health Science majors. Mentoring students on the structure of the human body. Cell types, tissue types, and the major organ systems, including integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, endocrine, respiratory, lymphatic, digestive, urinary and reproductive. One hour of lecture, four hours of lab weekly.
Credits: 4 For HS and biology/science majors. A cellular and systemic approach to the study of body functions, including physical and chemical processes and interactions among the systems. Three hours of lecture per week and additional lab component (BIOL 2425) required.
Credits: 0 Hands-on lab investigations of physiological processes. Includes data acquisitions, analysis of cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, immune and muscular systems. One laboratory session per week.
Credits: 1-5 Special topics for students majoring in biology or other science fields. Satisfies Biology Department elective requirement toward AS degree.
Credits: 1-2 For biology/science majors. This independent study is based on a student-selected biological topic. It may involve laboratory, field and/or library study.
Credits: 3 Provides an introduction to biotechnology product manufacturing. Focuses on history of the industry, the required multidisciplinary approach, the details of the manufacturing process, and related legal, social, and ethical issues.
Credits: 1 Provides a basic understanding of the core skills required for working in a manufacturing environment typical of biotechnology companies and reinforces critical thinking skills.
Prerequisite: BMAN 1110 (can be taken concurrently) or instructor permission Semester: Spring Additional Course Fee Required
Credits: 3 Explores the impact of bioengineering in society by examining the history of the field, multidisciplinary involvement, technological innovations, medical needs addressed, and product design and manufacturing challenges.
Credits: 1 Provides foundational knowledge of good manufacturing practices governing the manufacture of biotechnology products. This is key knowledge to working effectively at biomanufacturing companies.
Prerequisite: BMAN 1150 and 1180 w/C grade or better or instructor permission Semester: Fall & Spring
Credits: 2 Provides theoretical knowledge of verification and validation principles as well as practical hands-on training of general methodologies typically used for verification and validation in a biomanufacturing setting.
Prerequisite:BMAN 1150 and BMAN 1180 w/C grade or better or instructor permission
Credits: 2 Provides the fundamentals of measurement as well as practical hands-on training to reinforce measurement and calibration concepts and skills typically used in a Biomanufacturing setting.
Prerequisite: BMAN 1150 and 1180 both w/C grade or higher, or instructor permission Semester: Fall & Spring
Credits: 1-4 Provides contextual, real-world experience and an opportunity to reinforce previously learned concepts, skills, and critical thinking ability related to business and technical job functions typical of biotech manufacturing companies.
Prerequisite:BMAN 1150 or BMAN 1180 w/C grade or better or instructor permission
Credits: 3 This course teaches students the history, branches, and applications of the biotechnology industry. It also examines the scientific basis for biotechnology products and examines the ethical and legal aspects important in the industry.
Prerequisite:MATH 0980 and RDG 0990 w/C grade or better or equivalent placement test score Corequisite:BTEC 1015
Credits: 1 This course teaches students fundamental theoretical and practical hands-on knowledge of commonly used instruments, preparation of solutions, reagents, and methodology used in the life science laboratory.
Prerequisite:MATH 0980 and RDG 0990 w/C grade or better or equivalent placement test score Corequisite:BTEC 1010 Additional Course Fee Required
Credits: 3 This course provides an overview of the medical device industry, including diversity of products, size and scope of the industry, current trends, and product life cycles from conception to market approval and distribution. This course also focuses on fundamental principles of measurement, performing measurements, data management, and analysis related to medical device manufacturing.
Credits: 2 This course teaches students to search, comprehend, and evaluate scientific literature. Students will develop analytical and communication skills necessary to succeed as a productive team member in the biotech field.
Credits: 2 The chemistry of DNA, RNA and proteins will be the foundation for learning about the biological structure, function and analysis of these macromolecules.
Prerequisite:BTEC 1010 and BIOL 1610 w/C grade or better Semester: Fall & Spring
Credits: 3 This course is an early hands-on research experience in which students conduct mentored research activities. Students apply their knowledge to specific research topics assigned by Biotechnology faculty/staff.
Credits: 3 This course teaches students practical aspects of DNA technology that includes restriction digestion, properties of plasmids, recombinant DNA cloning, gel electrophoresis, the polymerase chain reaction and protein expression.
Prerequisite:BTEC 1010 and BTEC 1015 w/C grade or better Recommended Prerequisite:BIOL 1610 and BIOL 1615 w/C grade or better Semester: Fall & Spring Additional Course Fee Required
Credits: 3 Purification and analysis techniques that are applied to biologically active substances are taught. Attention will be given to protein purification and analysis and includes immunological, electrophoretic, and chromatographic technologies.
Prerequisite:BTEC 2010 w/C grade or better Semester: Fall
Credits: 2 Methods of eukaryotic cell culture are taught. Students learn proper techniques to handle, store, and maintain cells in culture. Includes specialized analysis techniques to probe various aspects of cell biology relevant to biotechnology.
Prerequisite:BTEC 2010 w/C grade or better Semester: Fall & Spring
Credits: 2 This course introduces the concept of quality systems and structures and their relevance to the life science and medical device development and manufacturing industries. FDA regulations and an overview of equivalent international regulations, as well as proper setup and operation of quality systems including FDA-required Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), will be covered.
Credits: 3 This course teaches advanced concepts used in genetic engineering and analysis of gene expression. These include principles of DNA sequencing, quantitative PCR, mutagenesis, and reverse transcription.
Prerequisite:BTEC 2010 w/C grade or better Semester: Spring
Credits: 2 Students will learn to use computer programs and software to gather, store, analyze and integrate biological data from sources such as whole genomes and other relevant databases. Previous computer knowledge is not needed.
Prerequisite:BTEC 2010 w/C grade or better Semester: Fall & Spring
Provides a comprehensive understanding and operational training of instrumentation commonly used in the biotechnology industry, including operational principals, best practices, maintenance procedures, and user-achievable repairs.
Credits: 4 This course is a capstone research experience in which students conduct high level mentored research activities on specific research topics assigned by Biotechnology faculty/ staff or in collaboration with biotechnology companies.
Prerequisite:BTEC 1080 w/C grade or better or instructor permission Semester: All
Credits: 2-5 Defined by the instructor for students majoring in Biotechnology. Students must contact the instructor prior to registering for the course.
Prerequisite: By instructor permission only Semester: Fall & Spring
Credits: 5 This course presents the final math portion of the program as it relates to the masonry trade. Also refractory, which is industrial masonry, with safe use of tools and equipment.
Credits: 5 This is the first part of an advanced course in which bricklayers will learn and improve basic skills which are essential to the trade. Students will concentrate on learning tools and their proper use, joining materials such as brick and block, block and stone, turning arches, sills and anchoring systems, etc.
Credits: 5 This is the second part of an advanced course in which bricklayers will learn and improve basic skills which are essential to the trade. Students will concentrate on learning tools and their proper use, joining materials such as brick and block, block and stone, turning arches, sills and anchoring systems, etc.
Credits: 3 This is an introductory business course which will expose students in the diverse world of business, revealing how each of us is connected to business personally, professionally, and how business connects us culturally and socially. Students will learn how individuals function within a specific field and how various disciplines work together in cross functional teams.
Credits: 3 Students develop judgment about workplace ethics through critical reading, thinking, writing, research and analysis; consider issues from multiple disciplines/opposing views; choose research/service-learning projects and write reports.
Credits: 3 Historical, sociological and philosophical overview of the fundamental aspects of business. Topics: business in a world in change, socioeconomics, the human factor and ethics in the workplace and social responsibility in a global market.
Prerequisite:ENGL 1010 (may be taken concurrently) Semester: All
Credits: 3 This course examines the mathematics of calculus applied to business applications. Polynomial and exponential functions, mini-maxi theory, limits, derivatives and integration will be reviewed.
Credits: 2 This class provides you the opportunity to apply business techniques and strategies in various hands-on projects and activities. Collegiate DECA is an international professional organization which has four basic objectives to achieve: Vocational Development, Social Intelligence, Social Consciousness, and Leadership Development.
Credits: 3 Students develop critical reading, thinking, listening, speaking & writing skills for business; conduct research, assess communication situations, make effective arguments, work in teams & present research/service-learning projects.
Prerequisite:ENGL 1010 w/C grade or better Semester: All Additional Course Fee Required
Contact Hours: 40 Students learn advanced word processing skills including using reference tools; tables and columns; inserting graphics;creating charts; mail merge; fields and forms; macros; footnotes, endnotes, bibliographies, outlines, and table of contents; create comments; compare and merge documents; track changes; and create hyperlinks.
Credits: 5 This course teaches beginning construction principles including: tool safety, math, basic blueprint information plan layout, OSHA site safety and P. P. E. , and First Aid/CPR certifications.
Prerequisite:CPI 1470 or MATH 0920 or MATH 0950 w/C grade or better, or appropriate placement score Semester: Fall & Spring
Credits: 5 Advanced concrete principles including: commercial blueprints, rigging and lifting, raft and metal slabs, shoring and scaffolding, stairs, chemistry and concrete testing, additives, and advanced estimating.
Credits: 5 This course teaches advanced framing principles including: scaffold safety for metal stud and drywall work, metal stud framing and layout, installing metal jams and hanging doors fire walls and metal roof decks.
Credits: 5 This course teaches construction and administrative skills. Computer Assisted Drafting (CAD), building codes, advanced layout, bidding and estimating, material purchasing, and commercial blueprints will be learned.
Credits: 5 Applied instruction in carpentry techniques. Tool use and safety, maintenance, sharpening, load rigging and hand signals. First Aid, CPR and OSHA 10-hour safety class. Basic mathematics, fractions, decimals, and conversions.
Credits: 5 Course provides training in proper methods used in concrete forming including footings, walls, columns, piers, slabs and suspended structures. Mathematics used in class includes measurements, volumes and areas.
Credits: 5 Applied instruction in wood framing, residential and commercial. Building layout, floor and wall framing, trusses, overhangs, canopies and stair design.
Credits: 5 Application of siding and exterior trim installation, door and hardware, paneling, trim and moldings. Fabrication and installation of cabinetry and counter tops.
Credits: 3-6 Permits students to gain college credit for the hours spent on the job. Advanced registration and agreement signed by employer, employee/student and the College.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval Semester: Fall & Spring
Credits: 5 Hands-on application and techniques for installation of metal stud and drywall systems, perfa-taping, suspended ceilings, black iron ceilings, moveable partitions and computer floor installation.
Credits: 5 This course offers applied instruction in basic welding principles and safety including acetylene burning, cutting and welding. Instruction also includes shielded metal arc-flat, vertical, overhead positions and light gage metal welding.
Credits: 5 Basics in drafting and scaling techniques, numbering systems, elevations, symbols and abbreviations, detail drawing and viewing skills. Introduction to CAD programs and math reviewed.
Credits: 5 This course is an introductory course to concrete finishing. Students will gain a basic knowledge of the construction craft and an introductory understanding of properties of concrete.
Prerequisite:APPR 1470 w/C grade or higher, or appropriate placement score Semester: All
Credits: 5 This course will provide students with knowledge and skills concerning proper grade preparation as well as requirements and methods of placement, finishing, protecting and curing of concrete.
Credits: 5 Students will gain an in-depth understanding of concrete properties and the knowledge base to estimate concrete quantities. Various forming requirements for site concrete and architectural finishes will also be covered.
Credits: 5 This course provides students with an in-depth understanding of the application of concrete in industrial and superflat floors. Advanced study in surface treatments, quality control issues and repairs are also covered.
Credits: 5 This course covers the use and characteristics of concrete, materials used, safe use and practices with tools and equipment. Course also covers sub grade preparation and form work.
Prerequisite:APPR 1470 or appropriate placement score
Credits: 5 Placement of concrete, finishes including interior, exterior and highway finishes. Curing protection of additives for concrete with tests on strength, slump, and air entrainment.
Credits: 5 Blue Print reading and estimating of material and labor needed. Practical training in design and layout and continued hands-on with placement and finishes.
Credits: 5 Level II blueprint reading and estimating with additional curing and additive methods and uses. Surface treatment of concrete and uses of each. Hands-on practical for all phases of concrete construction.
Prerequisite:CMA 1210 w/C grade or higher Semester: Spring
Credits: 5 Use and care of tools and equipment including safe operation and handling. Concrete testing and meaning of strength and slump test results as well as air entrainment.
Prerequisite:CMA 1220 w/C grade or higher Semester: Fall
Credits: 5 Placement of concrete finishes used and purposes, and decorative and specialty finishes. Safety in the work place and requirements of safety when working with concrete.
Prerequisite:CMA 2310 w/C grade or higher Semester: Spring