Please take note of the meaning of the following indicators which may be found next to certain course titles: * requires successful completion of required
math and English transitional studies courses., ^ course available for students enrolled at a New Jersey location, + honors course version is available.
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187
Course
Designator
and Number
Course Title Course Description Prerequisite Credit
Hours
NETW414 Cloud
Computing
Architecture*
This course provides an overview of the cloud environment and services.
Coursework examines operating systems; container technologies;
development platforms powering the cloud; software-defined networking; and
data center infrastructures. Also addressed are Software as a Service (SaaS),
Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS).
NETW404 3
Physics
PHYS204 Applied Physics
with Lab^
This course covers the basics of force and motion, matter and energy, energy
conversion, electricity and magnetism, heat and light. Use of transducers for
performing physical measurements associated with these concepts is
incorporated. Logarithms and trigonometry are introduced for analyzing
problems in nature.
CEIS114 and
MATH114
4
Political Science
POLI330 Political
Science^
This course explores political systems in a comparative way, with emphasis
on governmental forms, constitutions, determinants of foreign policy and
methods of political change. Studies of recent political history, current world
affairs and the structure of political institutions are included.
None 3
POLI332 Political Science This course explores political systems in a comparative way, with emphasis
on governmental forms, constitutions, determinants of foreign policy and
methods of political change. Studies of recent political history, current world
affairs and the structure of political institutions are included. This course fulfills
the state requirement for study of the State of Nevada and U.S. constitutions.
None 3
POLI457 International
Relations
This course examines world politics as related to international conflict and
security. Behavior and relationships among states are explored through case
studies and real-world events. Also studied, from a global political perspective,
are environmental concerns, human rights and trade issues.
POLI330 or
POLI332
3
Project Management
PROJ330 Human
Resources and
Communication
in Projects*^
This course focuses on building teams, team performance, and teams in
organizations from a human resource perspective. Managing human
resources, designing functional teams, and learning about the skills needed to
be a productive team member are included in this course. Additionally, this
course provides insights into communication planning, information distribution,
performance reporting, and conflict management.
MGMT303 4
PROJ410 Contracts and
Procurement*^
This course examines processes required to acquire goods and services from
outside the organization in order to meet project requirements. Topics covered
include procurement planning, make-or buy analyses, outsourcing decisions,
requests for proposals, selecting suppliers, contract types, contract
administration and procurement closeout. Students apply procurement
management concepts using case study assignments.
MGMT404 4
PROJ420 Project Risk
Management*^
This course addresses the planning, identification, analysis, response,
implementation of responses, and monitoring of project risks in order to
maximize results of positive events and minimize consequences of negative
events. Inputs, tools and techniques, and outputs to the risk management
processes are also reviewed in this course. Students apply project risk
management concepts in the development of a risk management plan.
MGMT404 4
PROJ430 Advanced
Project
Management*^
This course focuses on developing an integrated project plan using a hybrid
project management methodology. Students investigate cost, schedule and
minimum performance requirements concepts as well as project team
management that challenge students to understand different perspectives.
These perspectives include project plan development, execution and change
control. Also emphasized are developing budgets, creating project
assumptions, investigating quality and analyzing variances, and the effects of
scope change.
ACCT360 or
ACCT346; and
PROJ420
4
Psychology
PSYC305 Motivation and
Leadership^+
This course focuses on human motivation and leadership skills required to
effectively manage groups and individuals. Topics include basic motivation
principles, leadership styles, workplace stress and conflict, and the dynamics
of group development.
SOCS185 3
PSYC315 Social
Psychology^
Students in this course explore ways in which individuals think about,
influence, are influenced by and otherwise relate to people. Individual
behavior in the context of social groups and forces is emphasized.
Coursework provides a basis for scientifically addressing key issues of this
field.
SOCS185 3Please take note of the meaning of the following indicators which may be found next to certain course titles: * requires successful completion of required
math and English transitional studies courses., ^ course available for students enrolled at a New Jersey location, + honors course version is available.
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188
Course
Designator
and Number
Course Title Course Description Prerequisite Credit
Hours
Renewable Energy Engineering Technology
REET302 Introduction to
Alternative
Energy
Technologies
This course addresses renewable alternative energy technologies including
photovoltaics, solar thermal systems, wind power, fuel cells, hydroelectricity,
the smart grid, alternative fuels, geothermal power, waste heat and biofuels.
Socioeconomic, environmental, political and regulatory issues are considered.
Students explore key aspects of alternative power sources and sustainable
energy solutions that meet today’s power demands.
ECT226 and
SUST210
3
REET322 Power
Electronics and
Alternative
Energy
Applications
This course covers power switching circuits such as rectifiers, AC-DC and
DC-DC converters, inverters and motor drives. Power semiconductor devices,
thermal management, efficiency and power electronics applications are
emphasized.
ECT226 and
SUST210
3
REET326 Electric
Machines and
Power Systems
This course presents electric machines and power systems, with emphasis on
renewable energy applications. Topics include three-phase circuits, power
factor correction, transformers, synchronous machines, DC motors, induction
motors, power system transmission and distribution, and power flow studies.
ECT226 and
SUST210
3
Small Business Management and Entrepreneurship
SBE310 Small Business
Management
and
Entrepreneur-
ship*^
This course introduces students to business functions, problem areas,
decision-making techniques and management fundamentals required for
effectively managing a small business.
BUSN115 4
SBE330 Creativity,
Innovation and
New Product
Development*^
This course concentrates on the processes of creativity and innovation as
tools for marketers and small business managers. Students identify
opportunities for using these processes and apply them to implementing and
expanding product lines in corporate and entrepreneurial ventures. A structure
for introducing new products is presented.
BUSN115 4
SBE420 Operational
Issues in Small
Business
Management*
This course covers issues that are unique to small business management,
including improving the success rate for new firms; financing small
businesses; determining the effect of regulations on small firms; and obtaining
information to improve performance.
BUSN115 4
SBE430 E-Commerce for
Small Business*
This course explores the potential of e-commerce and its impact on small
business practices. Topics include opportunities, issues, alternatives and
techniques to support the development of an Internet marketing plan and
related website.
BUSN115 or
MGMT404
4
SBE440 Business Plan
Writing for Small
Businesses and
Entrepreneurs*
This course focuses on creating a comprehensive business plan for a small
business. Coursework addresses research sources; plan presentation; follow-
up; and business plan components, including executive summary, company
description, target market, competition, marketing and sales, operations,
management structure, future development and financials.
BUSN115 4
Sciences
SCI200 Environmental
Science with
Lab^
This interdisciplinary science course integrates natural and social science
concepts, and explores the interrelatedness of living things. The course
focuses on possible solutions to environmental problems. Topics include
sustainability, ecosystems, biodiversity, population dynamics, natural
resources, waste management, energy efficiency and pollution control, as well
as ethics and politics. Lab exercises support topics presented in the
classroom.
MATH114 3
SCI204 Environmental
Science with Lab
This interdisciplinary science course integrates natural and social science
concepts to explore the interrelatedness of living things. Coursework focuses
on environmental issues, problems and possible solutions. Topics include
sustainability, ecosystems, biodiversity, population dynamics, natural
resources, waste management, energy efficiency and pollution control, as well
as associated ethics and politics. Through lab exercises, students apply
general principles using a variety of methods and explore a broad range of
topics.
MATH114 4
SCI205 Environmental
Science with Lab
This interdisciplinary science course integrates natural and social science
concepts to explore the interrelatedness of living things. Coursework focuses
on environmental issues, problems and possible solutions. Topics include
sustainability, ecosystems, biodiversity, population dynamics, natural
resources, waste management, energy efficiency and pollution control, as well
as associated ethics and politics. Through lab exercises, students apply
general principles using a variety of methods and explore a broad range of
topics.
MATH116 3Please take note of the meaning of the following indicators which may be found next to certain course titles: * requires successful completion of required
math and English transitional studies courses., ^ course available for students enrolled at a New Jersey location, + honors course version is available.
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189
Course
Designator
and Number
Course Title Course Description Prerequisite Credit
Hours
SCI214 Integrated
Science with Lab
This interdisciplinary science course draws on basic principles and insights
from physics, chemistry, biology, geology, astronomy and information
technology, which are linked within four fundamental principles of science:
Newton’s laws of force and motion, laws of thermodynamics, laws of
electromagnetic force and the atomic structure of all matter. The course
provides an understanding of science while clarifying the role of technology
and strengthening decision-making. Lab exercises help students further
explore theories through observation and application using a variety of
methods.
MATH114 4
SCI228 Nutrition, Health
and Wellness
with Lab
This course provides an overview of basic nutrients the body requires for
health and life, and dispels common nutrition myths. The role of nutrition in
various biological phases of the human life cycle, as well as psychological and
sociological implications of food, are discussed. Students also learn how the
scientific method of inquiry is used in the nutritional science and health fields.
In the lab, students collect observational data, employ computer simulations,
and prepare and sample various foods.
None 4
Information Systems Security
SEC285 Fundamentals of
Information
System
Security*^
This course explores the fundamentals of information security attacks and
defense mechanisms. Security issues related to people, data, networks, and
devices are surveyed to provide insight into designing security solutions and
policies. Technologies and practices that support the security principles of
confidentiality, integrity, and availability are also discussed.
NETW191 3
SEC290 Fundamentals of
Infrastructure
Security*^
This course develops fundamental infrastructure security implementation
skills. Topics include identification of security vulnerabilities, wireless
vulnerabilities, risk assessments, intrusion detection and prevention, business
continuity and disaster recovery, firewall architecture, and an introduction to
cryptography.
SEC285 3
SEC310 Principles and
Theory of
Security
Management*^
This course surveys the scope of security management, introducing principles
and frameworks for recognizing security issues and solutions. Aspects of
protecting people, information and physical assets, including loss prevention,
are examined. Legal foundations, historical roots, operations and tools of
security management are introduced, as is the role of security in
contemporary business, government and public settings.
BUSN115 or
CEIS101
4
SEC311 Ethical
Hacking*^
This course provides knowledge and skills related to activities behind hacking
attacks and countermeasures. Coursework helps students build defense
mechanisms to protect applications, systems and networks from hackers.
Security loopholes, as well as common attack tools used by black hat
hackers, are examined.
SEC285 3
SEC321 Network Security
Testing with
Lab*^
This course examines network security testing, including testing
countermeasures against malware threats; denial of service (DOS) and
distributed denial of service (DDOS) attacks; email; Web; and Wireless using
a layered approach requiring design, implementation, and testing of attack
countermeasures.
SEC285 3
SEC340 Business
Continuity*^
This course focuses on preparing for, reacting to and recovering from events
that threaten the security of information and information resources, or that
threaten to disrupt critical business functions. Students examine various levels
of threats to an organization’s information assets and critical business
functions, as well as develop policies, procedures and plans to address them.
Technology specific to thwarting disruption and to supporting recovery is also
covered.
SEC285 4
SEC360 Data Privacy and
Security*^
This course focuses on legal, ethical and security issues involving data and
information assets organizations must address to ensure operational
continuity as well as compliance with standards, policies and laws. Students
examine various levels of threats to an organization’s data and develop
standards, policies, procedures and plans to combat them. Security
technology specific to safeguarding data and information assets is also
covered.
SEC285 4
SEC380 Cloud
Computing
Security*^
This course applies information security expertise to a cloud computing
environment and demonstrates competence in cloud security architecture,
design, operations, and service orchestration. It develops the knowledge,
skills, and abilities in cloud security design, implementation, architecture,
operations, controls, and compliance with regulatory frameworks.
SEC285 4Please take note of the meaning of the following indicators which may be found next to certain course titles: * requires successful completion of required
math and English transitional studies courses., ^ course available for students enrolled at a New Jersey location, + honors course version is available.
Return to the course description main page for more details.
190
Course
Designator
and Number
Course Title Course Description Prerequisite Credit
Hours
SEC440 Information
Systems
Security
Planning and
Audit*^
This course provides an in-depth look at risk factor analysis that must be
performed in order to design a flexible and comprehensive security plan.
Topics include assessing threats, developing countermeasures, protecting
information and security designs processes. Auditing practices used to verify
compliance with policies and procedures, as well as for building a case for
presentation in private and public settings, are also covered.
SEC285 4
SEC450 Advanced
Network Security
with Lab*^
Students in this course develop more advanced skills in identifying network
security vulnerabilities, including wireless vulnerabilities; conducting risk
assessments; preventing, detecting and responding to intrusions; and
providing for business continuity and disaster recovery. Topics include firewall
architecture, authentication, intrusion-prevention strategies, web security,
cryptography and security gates.
SEC290 3
Social Sciences
SOCS185 Culture and
Society^+
This course explores the role of culture in social organizations. Social
institutions, and the issues of race and gender within social structures, are
analyzed in the context of multicultural societies and increasing global
interaction. Basic sociological principles and research findings are used to
support analysis of cultural and social issues.
None 3
SOCS325 Environmental
Sociology^+
Students in this course explore environmental issues as perceived by society.
Coursework addresses cultural norms, ideologies, beliefs, and economic and
gender-related factors that affect finding and providing sustainable solutions to
environmental problems. Through discussions of research, problem-solving
projects and presentations, students learn to identify causes of environmental
problems and apply practical solutions to particular cases.
ENGL135 or
ENGL136
3
SOCS335 Workplace
Culture and
Communication
Students build on prior work in communication and the social sciences to
examine various genres of workplace culture through which workers
communicate, such as writing, dress, humor, workspace decoration, rituals,
technology-based expressions and others. Analyzing workplaces as complex
systems with subgroups, students identify challenges of cross-cultural
communication as well as strategies for meeting those challenges, and
explore how workers adapt to cultural change in the workplace.
SOCS185 3
SOCS350 Cultural Diversity
in the
Professions
Students explore cross-cultural issues and diversity to help create a positive
foundation for understanding and working effectively with others. Cultural
issues – including values, beliefs and practices that affect individuals, groups
and communities – are discussed. Case studies and other applications are
examined, particularly as they relate to the workplace and to professional
practice. Experiential learning designed to increase understanding and
appreciation of differing cultures is included.
SOCS185 3
Speech
SPCH275 Public
Speaking^+
This course teaches basic elements of effective public speaking. Topics
include audience analysis, organization, language, delivery and nonverbal
communication. Practical application is provided through a series of individual
and group presentations in a variety of rhetorical modes.
ENGL108 or
ENGL112 or
ENGL113
3
SPCH276 Intercultural
Communication
This course provides a foundation in basic elements of effective intercultural
communication. The course addresses cultural awareness in written, verbal,
and nonverbal communication strategies. Practical application is provided
through a series of communication exercises in a variety of rhetorical modes
and contexts.
ENGL108 or
ENGL112 or
ENGL113
3
Sustainability Management
SUST210 Renewable
Energy: Science,
Technology and
Management
This course introduces science and technology behind renewable energy
technology while considering business decisions required to invest in – and
manage – systems using this technology. Among others, solar technologies,
fuels synthesized from biomass, hydrogen and wind are explored.
CEIS101 or
CEIS101C
4
Technical Communication
TC220 Rhetorical
Strategies for
Technical
Communication*
Students in this course use audience and context analysis, determination of
purpose and other rhetorical strategies to create technical documents for
persuasive and informative purposes. Major emphasis is placed on logic,
argument, evidence and various appeals in producing documents containing
sound reasoning and effective language. Studies include logical fallacies;
social, ethical, political and practical influences; and ways of incorporating
quantitative and qualitative information into documents.
ENGL135 4Please take note of the meaning of the following indicators which may be found next to certain course titles: * requires successful completion of required
math and English transitional studies courses., ^ course available for students enrolled at a New Jersey location, + honors course version is available.
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191
Course
Designator
and Number
Course Title Course Description Prerequisite Credit
Hours
TC420 Marketing and
Corporate
Communications
*
Students in this course apply rhetorical strategies and composition principles
to create marketing literature, investor communications, media releases and
executive presentations. The course includes current communication issues in
business, such as globalization, cross-cultural influences, technological
advances, ethics and regulatory requirements. Students develop and present
oral and written reports in a variety of media and channels. Client practitioner
involvement is used as available.
BUSN319 and
TC220
4
Technology
TECH460 Senior Project In this course, students integrate technical and soft skills necessary to
develop requirements and design specifications to meet a proposed project,
process and/or product goal. Students work in teams (or individually with
approval) and apply problem-solving techniques, application design
methodology, and planning/management methods to a technology-focused
project.
MGMT404 and
successful
completion of 89
semester credit
hours
3
Web Game Programming
WBG310 Interactive Web
Page Scripting
with Lab*^
Students in this course learn to program dynamic, interactive web pages and
web-based games. Topics include basic programming fundamentals and
object handling techniques. Fundamentals of game design are also
introduced. Students use a scripting language to build basic interactive web
page components and examples of web-based games.
Corequisite:
WGD260 or
CEIS236
4
WBG340 Programming
Multimedia for
the Web with
Lab*^
Students in this course use multimedia authoring tools and techniques to
create web-based games and dynamic web pages. Integrating and controlling
multimedia assets such as movie clips, sound effects, images and animations
are addressed.
CIS363B or
MDD310 or
WBG310
4
WBG370 Game
Development
with Lab*^
This course introduces basics of game design and development. Using an
object-oriented game engine with libraries, students apply game design
principles to develop example games. Technical considerations and industry
best practices are also covered.
CIS363B or
WBG340
4
WBG410 Dynamic
Website
Development
and Database
Integration with
Lab*^
This course introduces advanced techniques to design and develop dynamic
websites through use of cascading style sheets (CSS), integration of
databases, server-side scripting and large site management.
CIS363B or
WBG340
4
Web Design and Development
WDD420 Web
Accessibility with
Lab*^
Building on web design and development skills, students learn to implement
accessible websites that meet industry standards and legal requirements for
accessibility. Topics include assistive technologies, creating accessible
content, and industry standards and regulatory acts.
WBG410 4
Web Development and Administration
WEB375 Web
Architecture with
Lab*^
This course introduces students to web architecture and connectivity. Topics
include Internet protocols such as transmission control protocol/Internet
protocol (TCP/IP); domain name server (DNS); simple mail transfer protocol
(smtp), hypertext transfer protocol (http) and file transfer protocol (ftp); and
design of an Internet or corporate intranet infrastructure to meet specific
needs.
NETW191 4
WEB460 Advanced Web
Application
Development
with Lab*^
This course builds on basics of design, coding and scripting, as well as
database connectivity for web-based applications. Coursework introduces
concepts of data interchange, message exchange and web application
components. A programming language such as Java, C++.Net or Visual
Basic.Net is used to implement business-related web-based applications.
CIS407A 4
Web Graphic Design
WGD201 Visual Design
Fundamentals^
In this course students examine the foundation of visual design. Topics
include the design process; elements of design, such as line, color, form,
function and space; and combining elements for enhanced visual design.
Students explore these topics through various projects and by applying
concepts using appropriate software.
None 3
WGD205 Advanced
Design and
Rapid
Visualization^
Students in this course develop skills in creating graphic media. Students
explore design and use of type, and the process of using rapid visualization
for design concept and idea formulation, as well as create media that enhanceesignator
and Number
Course Title Course Description Prerequisite Credit
Hours
WGD210 Digital Imaging
Fundamentals^
Students in this course learn concepts of digital imaging, including editing,
optimizing and preparing images for web-based delivery. Topics such as
color, special effects and compression formats are examined.
None 4
WGD229 Information
Design^
This course addresses principles of analyzing, explaining and communicating
instructions, as well as ideas and information used in integrated text and
graphics. Using a collaborative approach, students use real-world examples to
explore user-centered design.
Corequisite:
WGD205 or
WGD210
4
WGD235 Web Animation^ This course focuses on design and production of animation within the
constraints of web applications. Topics include file-size optimization, timing,
formatting requirements and scripting. Automated animation techniques as
well as user-mediated animation are addressed.
CIS363B 4
WGD242 Advanced Web
Design^
In this course, students work in teams to develop a web design for a fictitious
company. Students research the company’s industry, evaluate competitors’
web designs and explore emerging web development tools that enhance
production capabilities.
CIS363B
orWGD235
4
WGD251 Responsive Web
Design^
This course focuses on advanced web design techniques using hypertext
markup language (HTML), cascading style sheets (CSS) and other scripting
methods. Topics include current trends in web design and development, and
planning and producing digital projects for various types of devices.
CIS363B 3
WGD260 Media Portfolio^ This capstone course culminates in a professional portfolio that showcases
students’ web graphic products, including component examples and web
designs.
WGD251 3