CAR 105 - Carpentry Drafting and Blueprint Reading 1

1. Describe functions of various kinds of drawings contained in a set of blueprints.
2. Identify various types of lines and read dimensions.
3. Explain the meaning of symbols and abbreviations used on a set of blueprints.
4. Interpret plot, foundation, floor and framing plans.
5. Discuss how specifications are utilized.

1. Types of drawings
2. Lines and dimensions
3. Symbols and abbreviations
4. Plot, foundation, floor and framing plans
5. Specifications

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CAR 106 - Carpentry Drafting and Blueprint Reading 2

 
Description
This course deals with the interpretation of technical drawings, isometric drawings and building plans. Students interpret three-dimensional, sectional, schematic and exploded views. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) concepts will be discussed.

1. Sketch various roof designs.
2. Plan multiple styles of ceilings.
3. Design framing for concrete stairs.
4. Draft bulkheads, spanning openings.

1. Roof designs
2. Ceilings
3. Concrete framing
4. Bulkheads

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CAR 115 - Mathematics for Carpenters 1

1. Calculate linear feet, board feet, square feet and cubic feet.
2. Calculate measurement to one eighth of an inch and one centimeter.
3. Estimate quantities of material and prepare order sheets.
4. Lay out building lines by using the Pythagorean Theorem.
5. Build batter boards and accurately establish building lines with string.

1. Space and measurement calculations
2. Measuring devices
3. Estimating materials
4. Building layout
5. Batter boards

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CAR 116 - Mathematics for Carpenters 2

 
Description
This course provides a foundation of mathematics applied to the carpentry trade. Students will practice computational skills and apply analytical solutions to carpentry projects using measurements, geometry and algebra.

1. Calculate how many squares of shingles will be needed for various types of roofs.
2. Estimate underlayment needed to cover various types of roofs.
3. Determine how many yards of concrete needed for projects.
4. Determine the length of stairwells.

1. Roofing calculations
2. Roof underlayment materials
3. Concrete calculations
4. Stairwell layouts

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CAR 201 - Carpentry 3

 
Description
This course prepares students with the professional skills and competencies they will need to work as commercial carpenters. This course includes laboratory sessions and provides an opportunity for hands-on training. Topics include trusses, intersecting roofs, exterior finishes, insulation and cabinet installation.

1. Describe intersecting roof designs and roof trusses.
2. Identify roofing materials and methods.
3. List exterior finish materials and procedures.
4. Explain insulation practices.
5. Operate a rough terrain fork lift.
6. Install cabinets according to best practices.
7. Apply firestop design techniques.
8. Identify Leadership in Energy and Environment Design (LEED) concepts.

1. Roof designs and trusses
2. Roofing materials and methods
3. Exterior finishes
4. Insulation
5. Forklift operation
6. Cabinet insulation
7. Firestop design
8. LEED concepts

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CAR 202 - Carpentry 4

 
Description
This course prepares students with the professional skills and competencies they will need to work as commercial carpenters. This course includes laboratory sessions and provides an opportunity for hands-on training. Topics include door installation, advanced tools, rigging and welding.

1. Install various types of wood and metal doors.
2. Operate various specialized stationary power and pneumatic tools.
3. Earn an industry rigging certification.
4. Earn Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-hour construction certification.
5. Demonstrate welding and cutting techniques on metal studding.
6. Install various types of windows.
7. Identify Leadership in Energy and Environment Design (LEED) concepts.

1. Wood and metal door installation
2. Stationary power and pneumatic tools
3. Rigging certification
4. OSHA 30-hour construction certification
5. Welding and cutting
6. Window installation
7. LEED concepts

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CAR 205 - Carpentry Drafting/Blueprint Reading 3

 
Description
This course deals with the interpretation of technical drawings, isometric drawings and building plans. Students interpret three-dimensional, sectional, schematic and exploded views. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) concepts will be discussed.

1. Lay out various staircase designs as specified on blueprints.
2. Sketch intersecting roof designs.
3. Plan cabinet installation procedures.
4. Design various roof trusses.

1. Staircase designs
2. Intersecting roof design
3. Cabinet installation
4. Roof trusses

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CAR 206 - Carpentry Drafting and Blueprint Reading 4

 
Description
This course deals with the interpretation of technical drawings, isometric drawings and building plans. Students interpret three-dimensional, sectional, schematic and exploded views. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) concepts will be discussed.

1. Outline door and hardware specifications using blueprints.
2. Draft a window material list from blueprints.
3. Interpret LEED specifications using blueprints.
4. Estimate labor hours for specific jobs using blueprints.

1. Door and hardware materials
2. Window materials
3. LEED concepts
4. Estimating labor

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CAR 215 - Mathematics for Carpenters 3

 
Description
This course provides a foundation of mathematics applied to the carpentry trade. Students will practice computational skills and apply analytical solutions to carpentry projects using measurements, geometry and algebra.

1. Estimate required roof material from blue prints.
2. Calculate the unit rise and run of a stairway given the total rise.
3. Operate a construction master calculator.
4. Calculate compound angles for trim molding.

1. Estimating
2. Stairs
3. Construction master calculator
4. Compound angles

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CAR 216 - Mathematics for Carpenters 4

 
Description
This course provides a foundation of mathematics applied to the carpentry trade. Students will practice computational skills and apply analytical solutions to carpentry projects using measurements, geometry and algebra.

1. Estimate door hardware from blueprints.
2. Analyze hexagons, pentagons and octagons.
3. Calculate volume in cubes and cylinders.
4. Compute the area of a circle.

1. Estimating
2. Hexagons, pentagons and octagons
3. Volume calculations
4. Circles

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CST 103 - Inventory Management for Central Service

1. List two government agencies that regulate the activities of the Central Service Department.
2. Differentiate between quality control and quality assurance.
3. Define continuous quality improvement (CQI).
4. Identify the six types of distribution systems utilized in Central Service Departments and the advantages and disadvantages of each.
5. List four principal types of inventory control systems.
6. Explain the purpose of tracking patient equipment.
7. List one advantage and disadvantage of the case cart system as utilized in the operating room.
8. Define the role of the central service technician in preventive maintenance of patient care equipment.
9. Identify the key steps in reporting accidents and personal or patient injuries.
10. Identify time and temperature ratios for all forms of sterilization.

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1. Anatomy, physiology and related medical terminology
2. Equipment management
3. Purchasing and distribution
4. Communication
5. Current trends in central service
6. Certification review

• Communication
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CST 112C - Central Service Clinical

1. Identify the appropriate biological indicators used for various sterilizers.
2. Examine the results of biological testing for various sterilizers.
3. Demonstrate proper handling of contaminated equipment and instruments, according to standard precautions and  hospital policy.
4. Demonstrate inventory management and distribution of items to various hospital departments.
5. Demonstrate preparation of case carts for the operating room.
6. Prepare items for sterilization.
7. Differentiate between decontamination and disinfection.
8. Explain the factors of an electronic operating room schedule.
9. Demonstrate professional behavior in the clinical setting.

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1. Sterile processing
2. Distribution systems
3. Decontamination and disinfection
4. Instrumentation
5. Operation of various sterilizers

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CST 121 - Central Service Technician Certif Exam Prep

 
Description
This course prepares the current Central Service Technician and surgical service employee for the certification examination sponsored by the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM). The students expand on their current knowledge of the profession as they are updated to the expanding roles and underlying principles relating to their role as a Central Service Technician. There is a focus on the methods of test taking through discussion and practice tests. This course requires a per credit health career fee; check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate.

1. Combine prefixes, word roots and suffixes to create medical terms related to surgery.
2. Identify abbreviations for surgical procedures and the specialty to which they belong.
3. Discuss the relationship of bacteria to the decontamination and sterilization process.
4. Identify the disinfection or sterilization processes required for surgical instruments and patient care equipment as defined by the Spaulding classification system.
5. Differentiate among government, state and local agencies as they relate to the Central Service Department.
6. Differentiate between quality control and quality assurance.
7. Give a specific example of continuous quality improvement (CQI) that applies to the employee’s department.
8. Identify three quality control indicators that apply to the Central Service Department.
9. Identify the six types of distribution systems utilized in the Central Service Department.
10. Explain common barriers to effective communication.

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1. Anatomy, Physiology and Related Medical Terminology
2. Equipment Management
3. Purchasing and Distribution
4. Communication
5. Current trends in Central Service
6. Certification Review

• Communication
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

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CHM 109 - Introduction to Chemistry

 
Description
This introductory chemistry course covers the basic chemical principles and prepares students for the General Chemistry course (CHM 151 ). Emphasis is on the concepts of chemical structure, bonding and stoichiometric relationships. This course has a laboratory component that introduces students to safety and basic chemistry laboratory techniques.

This course is equivalent to the Introductory Chemistry, CHM 110 , combined with the Introductory Chemistry Lab, CHM 111 , courses. Students cannot receive credit for both CHM-109 and CHM 110 /CHM 111  courses.

1. Explain the fundamental laws and principles that form the basis of chemistry.
2. Solve dimensional analysis problems related to chemical calculations using the principles of mathematics.
3. Describe chemical concepts while applying them to real-world contexts.
4. Use the periodic table as a resource.
5. Apply experimental techniques and safety rules used in the execution of laboratory experiments.

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CHM 110 - Introductory Chemistry

 
Description
This introductory chemistry course covers the basic chemical principles and prepares students for the General Chemistry course (CHM 151 ). Emphasis is on the concepts of chemical structure, bonding and stoichiometric relationships. This course does not have a laboratory component.  Students who wish may take the Introductory Chemistry Lab, CHM 111 , course at the same time or later.

This course when combined with the Introductory Chemistry Lab, CHM 111 , is equivalent to the Introductory Chemistry, CHM 109 , course. Students cannot receive credit for both CHM 109  and CHM 110 /CHM 111  courses.

1. Explain the fundamental laws and principles that form the basis of chemistry.
2. Solve dimensional analysis problems related to chemical calculations using the principles of mathematics.
3. Describe chemical concepts while applying them to real-world contexts.
4. Use the periodic table as a resource.

• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Quantitative & Scientific Reasoning

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CHM 111 - Introductory Chemistry Lab

1. Explain the fundamental laws and principles that form the basis of chemistry.
2. Exhibit proper chemistry laboratory safety procedures.
3. Demonstrate basic laboratory and measurement techniques.
4. Perform chemical reactions.
5. Apply appropriate observation techniques used in the execution of laboratory experiments.

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CHM 120 - Bio-Organic Chemistry

 
Description
This course is an introduction to the elements of general, organic and biological chemistry which are essential to the allied health professions. Principles of carbon chemistry are presented and related to biologically relevant molecules.

1. Explain the fundamental laws and principles of organic chemistry.
2. Relate the physical and chemical properties to the major functional groups.
3. Describe the structures of fundamental biological molecules.
4. Explain the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins.
5. Identify the functional group present in an organic compound by laboratory testing.

1. Hydrocarbons
2. Benzene and its derivatives
3. Alcohols, ethers and thiols
4. Chirality
5. Amines
6. Aldehydes and ketones
7. Carboxylic acid and its derivatives
8. Carbohydrates
9. Lipids
10. Proteins and enzymes
11. Nucleic acids and heredity
12. Gene expression and protein synthesis
13. Bioenergetics

• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Quantitative & Scientific Reasoning

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CHM 151 - General Chemistry 1

 
Description

1. Explain the fundamental laws and principles of chemistry including atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry and the periodic properties of the elements.
2. Describe chemical concepts while applying them to real-world contexts.
3. Solve chemical problems using mathematical methods.
4. Infer the information from the periodic table as a resource.
5. Apply experimental techniques and safety rules used in the execution of laboratory experiments.

 Listed Topics

1. Measurements and dimensional analysis
2. Classification of matter and its properties
3. Chemical nomenclature
4. Calculations with chemical formulas and equations - stoichiometry
5. Chemical reactions
6. Properties of gases
7. Thermochemistry
8. Atomic and molecular structure
9. Periodic classification of the elements
10. Electron configuration and periodicity
11. Ionic and covalent bonding
12. Molecular geometry
13. Theories of bonding

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CHM 152 - General Chemistry 2

 
Description
In this course students investigate intermolecular forces, properties of solids and liquids, solution theory, acid-base theory, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, chemical thermodynamics and electrochemistry. This course has a laboratory component. The experiments support the lecture principles through data collection and analysis.

1. Apply principles of intermolecular attraction to predict physical properties of substances.
2. Identify central themes in the chemical theories of solids, liquids, solutions and gases.
3. Perform calculations related to the chemical concepts. 
4. Relate chemical concepts to real-world contexts. 
5. Infer information from periodic trends.
6. Apply experimental techniques and safety rules used in the execution of laboratory experiments.

 Listed Topics

1. Solids, liquids and intermolecular forces
2. Solutions and colligative properties
3. Kinetics: rate laws, collision and transition state theories
4. Chemical equilibrium: equilibrium constant calculations and Le Chatelier’s principle 
5. Acid-base theory: pH, buffer and ionization constant calculations
6. Thermodynamics: entropy, free energy, spontaneity and the laws of thermodynamics
7. Electrochemistry: voltaic and galvanic cells and calculation of cell potential

 Reference Materials
Textbooks and materials as deemed appropriate by instructor.

• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Quantitative & Scientific Reasoning

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CHM 201 - Organic Chemistry 1

 
Description
This course is the first semester of a two-semester course in organic chemistry. The course covers the chemistry of the organic compounds of carbon. It focuses on the electronic structure and reactivity of organic molecules. Topics include, but are not limited to bonding theories, application of acid-base theories, organic nomenclature, conformational analysis, energy diagrams and the reactions (including the mechanisms) of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, aromatics, alcohols and ethers. The laboratory component applies basic organic laboratory techniques, including melting point determination, recrystallization, distillation, liquid/liquid extraction, thin-layer chromatography and column chromatography to organic syntheses and natural product isolations. 

1. Interconvert between organic structures and names.
2. Correlate bonding and structure to reactivity patterns for organic molecules.
3. Describe the mechanism of common organic reactions like nucleophilic substitution, elimination and electrophylic addiction.
4. Propose reasonable reaction mechanisms for given organic reactions utilizing curved arrow notation.
5. Predict the major products of organic reactions on the basis of the reaction mechanism.
6. Apply the reactions to multi-step organic syntheses.
7. Demonstrate proficiency in organic laboratory skills enabling synthesis, isolation and purification of organic compounds.
8. Examine experimentally the properties of organic molecules delineating them in the laboratory report.

1. Structure, bonding and hybridization
2. Acid-base theory, including Lewis acid-base theory
3. Organic nomenclature
4. Isomerism and stereochemistry
5. Energy diagrams
6. Electrophilic addition reactions (and their mechanisms) to alkenes, alkynes, dienes and aromatics
7. Substitution and elimination reactions of alkyl halides
8. Synthesis, purification and analysis of organic compounds utilizing applicable organic laboratory techniques.

• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Quantitative & Scientific Reasoning

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CHM 202 - Organic Chemistry 2

 
Description
This course is the second semester of a two-semester course in organic chemistry. The emphasis is put on organic spectroscopy, multi-step organic synthesis and reaction mechanisms. Spectroscopy topics discussed include Mass Spectrometry, Infrared (IR) Spectroscopy and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectrometry.  The course explores the nomenclature, physical properties, synthesis and reactions of several carbonyl functional groups and carboxylic acid derivatives. The nucleophilic addition, α-substitution and condensation reactions of carbonyl compounds as well as the nucleophilic acyl substitution reactions of acid chlorides, anhydrides, esters and amides are discussed. In the final part, the course surveys biologically relevant compounds such as amines, carbohydrates, amino acids, peptides and proteins.  The laboratory component of the course focuses on the synthesis, isolation and characterization of small organic compounds utilizing the reactions learned in the lecture.

1. Interconvert between the names and structures of the organic compounds with the different functional groups (dienes, aromatic, carboxylic acids, acid derivatives, aldehydes, ketones, amines, carbohydrates, lipids and amino acids).
2. Correlate the bonding and structure to the reactivity pattern of given organic molecules.
3. Generate reasonable reaction mechanisms for given organic reactions utilizing curved arrow notation.
4. Predict the major products of organic reactions on the basis of the reaction mechanism.
5. Apply reactions to multi-step organic syntheses.
6. Compare and contrast structure-property relationships between biologically relevant molecules such as carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, peptides and proteins.
7. Demonstrate proficiency in organic laboratory skills enabling synthesis and isolation of organic compounds.
8. Examine experimentally the properties of organic molecules delineating them in the laboratory report.

1. Mass spectrometry
2. UV and IR spectrometry
3. NMR spectrometry
4. Benzene, aromatics and electrophilic aromatic substitution
5. Organometallic reagents
6. Oxidation and reduction reactions of carbonyl compounds
7. Synthesis and reactions of carboxylic acids and their derivatives
8. Substitution and condensation reactions of carbonyl compounds
9. Amines
10. Carbohydrates
11. Lipids
12. Amino acids, peptides and proteins.

• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Quantitative & Scientific Reasoning

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CHOOSE ACC - Accounting Elective

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CHOOSE ACC(2) - Accounting Electives

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CHOOSE ACC(3) - Accounting Electives

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CHOOSE ART - Art Elective

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CHOOSE ART(2) - Art Electives

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CHOOSE ART(3) - Art Electives

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CHOOSE ART(FINE) - Fine Arts Elective

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CHOOSE BIO - Biology Elective

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CHOOSE BIO (2) - Biology Elective

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CHOOSE BUS - Business Elective

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CHOOSE BUS(2) - Business Electives

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CHOOSE BUS(CRS) - Business Course

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CHOOSE CHM - Chemistry Elective

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CHOOSE CIT - Computer Info Technology Elective

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CHOOSE CIT(1) - Computer Info Technology Elective

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CHOOSE CJC - Criminal Justice Elective

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CHOOSE CULT - Cultural Competency Elective

• ANT 102 Intro Cultural Anthropology  
• ANT 104 Native Amer-Indians of N. America  
• ANT 117 Globalization  
• BUS 245 International Business  
• ECD 202 Children With Special Needs  
• ENG 118 Women As Writers  
• ETH 101 Ethnic and Diversity Studies  
• ETH 112 Understanding Violence in America  
• ETH 113 Introduction to Black Women and Leadership  
• ETH 114 Achieving Cultural Competence  
• ETH 119 Diversity Training/Education in America  
• ETH 121 Current Issues in Ethnic and Diversity Studies  
• ETH 122 Race and Ethnic Relations in the Global Economy  
• ETH 205 Latino/a Cultural Studies  
• ETH 215 African Art/Artifacts in the Cycle of Life  
• ETH 220 History of the Pittsburgh Civil Rights Movement  
• HIS 203 African American History 1  
• HIS 205 African American History 2  
• HIS 219 History of Women  
• PHL 111 Religions of the World  
• PSY 106 Psychology of African Americans  
• PSY 109 Psychology of Women  
• PSY 114 Human Sexuality  
• SOC 160 Introduction to Women’s Studies  
• SOC 208 Urban Sociology  
• SOC 210 The Sociology of Sexual Behavior  
• SOC 211 Racial and Ethnic Minorities  
• Foreign Language Credits: 3

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CHOOSE DAN - Dance Elective

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CHOOSE ECO - Economics Elective

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CHOOSE ENG - English Elective

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CHOOSE ENGLT - Literature Elective

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CHOOSE FLM - Film Elective

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CHOOSE FLM(2) - Film Electives

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CHOOSE GEN - General Elective

General electives should be selected in consultation with a transfer counselor and as identified and articulated with the four-year institution’s transfer program.

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CHOOSE GEN (2CR) - General Electives

General electives should be selected in consultation with a transfer counselor and as identified and articulated with the four-year institution’s transfer program.

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CHOOSE GEN(2) - General Electives

General electives should be selected in consultation with a transfer counselor and as identified and articulated with the four-year institution’s transfer program.

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CHOOSE GEN(2-7) - General Elective

General electives should be selected in consultation with a transfer counselor and as identified and articulated with the four-year institution’s transfer program.

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CHOOSE GEN(3) - General Electives

General electives should be selected in consultation with a transfer counselor and as identified and articulated with the four-year institution’s transfer program.

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CHOOSE GEN(4) - General Electives

General electives should be selected in consultation with a transfer counselor and as identified and articulated with the four-year institution’s transfer program.

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CHOOSE GS - Global Perspective Course

These courses may vary each semester, as they are approved by the discipline. Search the online course catalog for Course Type = Global Perspectives.

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CHOOSE HIS - History Elective

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CHOOSE HPE - Health and Physical Education Elective

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CHOOSE HUM - Humanities Elective

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CHOOSE HUM(2) - Humanities Elective

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CHOOSE HUM(ED) - Humanities Elective ART MUS THE

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CHOOSE HUMSS - Humanities or Social Science Elective

Humanities Elective: Complete 3 credits from the following subjects: ART, ASL, DAN, ENG (above the level of ENG-102), FCL, JRN, MUS, PHL, SPH, THE.

Language Elective: ARA, FRE, GER, ITA, RUS, SPA.

Social Science Elective: ANT, CJC, ECD, ECO, ETH, GEO, HIS, HLS, PAL, POL, PSY, SOC, SOW, TSA.

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CHOOSE LANG - Foreign Language Course

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CHOOSE MAJOR - Major Field Elective

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CHOOSE MAJOR(2) - Major Field Elective

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CHOOSE MAJOR(3) - Major Field Elective

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CHOOSE MAJOR(4) - Major Field Elective

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CHOOSE MAJOR(6) - Major Field Elective

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CHOOSE MAT - Mathematics Elective

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CHOOSE MATSC - Mathematics or Science Elective

Students planning to transfer should consult with a transfer counselor when choosing math or science courses.

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CHOOSE MDA - Medical Assistant Elective

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CHOOSE MIS - Medical Insurance Specialist Elective

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CHOOSE MKT - Marketing Elective

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CHOOSE PAL - Paralegal Elective

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CHOOSE PHL - Philosophy Elective

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CHOOSE PHY - Physics Elective

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CHOOSE PRGM(1) - Program Core Elective

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CHOOSE PRGM(2) - Program Core Electives

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CHOOSE PRGM(3) - Program Core Elective

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CHOOSE PRGM(5) - Program Core Electives

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CHOOSE PROG - Program Core Elective

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CHOOSE REST - Restricted Elective

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CHOOSE SCI - Science Elective

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CHOOSE SCIL - Science with a Lab

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CHOOSE SCIL3 - Science with a Lab

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CHOOSE SCIL4 - Science with a Lab

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CHOOSE SOSC - Social Science Elective

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CHOOSE SOSC(2) - Social Science ELective

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CHOOSE SPH - Speech Elective

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CHOOSE THE - Theatre Elective

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CHOOSE THE(1-2) - Theatre Elective

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CHOOSE THE(2) - Theatre Electives

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SEM 103 - College Seminar for Dual Enrollment Students

1. Apply independent learning and problem-solving strategies required for success in college.
2. Compare higher education options based on academic, cultural, financial and career factors. 
3. Use resources for career exploration such as career counseling and online career planning tools.
4. Apply knowledge of college culture, including academic discourse and procedures. 
5. Employ technological applications and resources necessary for success in higher education.

1. College decision making
2. Career exploration resources
3. Academic strategies for college success
4. Academic problem solving and resilience
5. Adapting to college culture
6. Communication in a diverse setting
7. Academic technologies
8. Student development resources in higher education (career services, counseling, advising, financial aid, etc.)

• Communication
• Technological Competence

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SEM 105 - College Seminar

1. Apply independent learning strategies required for success in academic courses at the college level.
2. Describe the major characteristics of college culture, expectations, and procedures.
3. Utilize effective communication skills in order to interact respectfully and productively in a diverse learning environment.
4. Identify interests and resources related to career options through the development of a career plan.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of academic terminology and timing through the development of an academic plan.  
6. Apply problem-solving strategies to manage issues that impact school performance through the creation of a resource plan.
7. Demonstrate information literacy using appropriate technological tools and resources necessary for academic success.

1. College classroom expectations
2. Academic terminology
3. Policies and procedures as outlined in the CCAC Student Handbook
4. Communication in a diverse setting
5. Awareness of cultural differences
6. Alignment of career interests to academic programs
7. Career exploration and online tools
8. Transfer programs and articulation agreements
9. Program requirements
10. Financial literacy
11. Time management
12. Study strategies
13. Active learning techniques
14. Goal-setting
15. Student development resources (career services, advising & registration, financial aid, transfer & personal counseling, supportive services, campus cupboard, etc.) 
16. Document sharing
17. Blackboard and MyCCAC portal
18. Academic email use and etiquette

• Communication
• Technological Competence

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CAT 201 - Comp Tomogrph Inst/Equip Procedures

1. Identify early development of computed tomography, fundamentals and historical perspectives in medical imaging.
2. Survey the principles of image reconstruction and processing concerning the CT field.
3. Manipulate formulas to calculate principles of three-dimensional CT scanning.
4. Examine software category systems utilized for computerized tomography applications.
5. Identify the functions of the input, output, display and storage hardware necessary for scanning procedures and examinations.
6. Explain analog, digital images and sampling protocol.
7. Classify biological factors of contrast agents, chemical interactions, osmolality and viscosity and anaphylactic reactions that occur in CT scanning departments.
8. Identify the technical matrix necessary for operation of the CT scanner.
9. Scrutinize necessary CT scanning sagittal planes, transverse planes, coronal planes and off-axis sectional anatomy images of the human anatomic body sections.

1. Computerized tomography
2. Analog-to-digital
3. Keyboard devices
4. Quantization techniques
5. Beam attenuation
6. Reconstruction
7. 3D imaging
8. Equipment configurations
9. Contrast
10. CT systems
11. Slices
12. CT x-ray field
13. CT scanning pharmaceuticals
14. Image interpretation
15. Physics artifacts
16. Electrical unit functions
17. Spiral/helical CT scanning
18. Human anatomic body sections

• Quantitative & Scientific Reasoning
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

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CAT 202 - Cross-Sect Anat/Computed Tomography Imag

1. Identify cranium and face sectional anatomy and CT images.
2. Identify features of a typical vertebrae and regions of the salivary glands, pharynx, larynx, esophagus, trachea, arteries, veins, thorax cage, mediastinum and abdominal region.
3. Identify the pericardial sac, heart wall and arteries and veins.
4. Determine the blood flow through the heart on a CT image.
5. Locate all vascular vessels within all locations of human anatomy body regions.
6. Interpret abdominal functions and organs in relationship to each other on CT images.
7. Assess pelvis structures and reproductive disorders.
8. Identify all upper and lower extremity CT images of the human body.
9. Scrutinize necessary CT scanning sagittal planes, transverse planes, coronal planes and off-axis sectional anatomy images of the human anatomic body sections.

1. Head and neck sectional anatomy
2. Thorax sectional anatomy
3. Abdomen sectional anatomy
4. Pelvis sectional anatomy
5. Extremities and articulations sectional anatomy

• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
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CAT 203 - Patient Care/Rad Safety Imaging Tech

1. Identify potential risks from radiation delivered by a CT scanner to the patient.
2. Identify patient safety guidelines as required prior to a CT scanning procedure.
3. Identify special instructions necessary for patients that undergo CT scanning examinations.
4. Determine patient care and comfort techniques utilized before, during and post CT scanning procedures.
5. Evaluate the role cultural diversity plays in the communication process and communicate effectively with patients from different cultures.
6. Interpret moral, ethical and legal issues relevant to the field of health care.
7. Assess “standard of care” and “scope of practice” as they relate to Radiology and CT scanning.
8. Identify the process of informed consent.
9. Scrutinize necessary patient care precautions necessary to produce CT scanning images utilizing sagittal planes, transverse planes, coronal planes and off-axis sectional anatomy images of the human anatomic body sections.

1. Potential risks from CT scanning procedures
2. Patient safety guidelines
3. Patient monitoring requirements
4. Career opportunities for CT technologists
5. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Code of Ethics
6. Informed consent
7. Isolation procedures
8. Contrast injections and patient care procedures
9. Medications
10. Life threatening situations

• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Quantitative & Scientific Reasoning
• Culture Society & Citizenship

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CAT 204C - Clin Appl/Comp Tomography

1. Demonstrate to the clinical staff and Radiologists proper CT scanning techniques for each examine assigned.
2. Utilize proper patient care protocols for each assigned scanning procedure.
3. Utilize special instructions necessary for patients that undergo a CT scan.
4. Manipulate all the computer systems to produce quality CT images.
5. Calculate medication doses under direct supervision of qualified medical staff.
6. Employ emergency patient care techniques as required.
7. Demonstrate the use of proper “standard of care” and “scope of practice” methods and protocols as required within a Radiology and CT department.
8. Utilize all the necessary steps for the process of informed consent.
9. Produce quality CT scanning images while utilizing necessary patient care precautions prior to, during and after sagittal planes, transverse planes, coronal planes and off-axis sectional anatomy images of the human anatomic body sections.

1. Potential risks from CT scanning procedures
2. Patient safety guidelines
3. Patient monitoring requirements
4. Scope of Practice and Standard of Care Procedures
5. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Code of Ethics
6. Informed consent
7. Isolation procedures
8. Contrast injections and patient care procedures
9. Medications
10. Life threatening situations
11. Sectional anatomy
12. Image production and evaluation

• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Quantitative & Scientific Reasoning

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CIT 100 - Computer Fundamentals and Applications

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:

1. Identify hardware components, their functions and performance issues in various computer systems and the factors involved in purchasing a computer system.
2. Identify different types of software, their relationship to hardware, their function in a computer system, their task- appropriate use and considerations involved in purchasing and upgrading software.
3. Identify the role of an operating system such as Microsoft Windows and how to use its features such as modifying the user interface, changing system settings, managing files and installing/uninstalling software.
4. Use common application interface elements and commands for creating, opening, formatting, editing, saving and printing files.
5. Produce word processing documents using basic functions, graphics, tables and automated formatting tools in an application such as Microsoft Word.
6. Generate spreadsheets using formulas, functions, formatting, charts, tables, sorting and filtering in an application such as Microsoft Excel.
7. Construct effectively designed and formatted presentations in an application such as Microsoft PowerPoint.
8. Identify network fundamentals and the benefits and risks of network computing.
9. Investigate Internet fundamentals, including browser options, security considerations, search tools and content evaluation.
10. Critique the influence of computing and the Internet on society, including privacy, legal and ethical issues.

1. Types of computer systems
2. Hardware components and how they interact with software
3. Factors involved in purchasing a computer
4. Types of software (systems and applications)
5. Types of systems software (operating system and utilities)
6. Operating system features and commands
7. Common elements of application software interfaces
8. Different types of application software (word processing, spreadsheets, presentation, and browsers)
9. Features and use of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation and browser software
10. Network fundamentals
11. Internet features and usage
12. Impact of computing and the Internet of society

• Technological Competence
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Quantitative and Scientific Reasoning

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CIT 102 - Computer Keyboarding for Professional Communications

 
Description
This course provides a mastery of the keyboard (letters, numbers and symbols) by touch on a personal computer using Microsoft Word. Students facilitate typing skills by generating and formatting mailable letters, memos, tables and reports. The minimum typing speed at end of the course is 30 words per minute (WPM) accurately.

NOTE: This course cannot be used to satisfy a required CIT elective in any program.

1. Type a minimum of 30 WPM on a three-minute timed writing with three or fewer errors.
2. Develop good work habits, acceptable typing technique and posture when using a personal computer and printer.
3. Edit content and format of documents by recognizing, evaluating and correcting errors.
4. Demonstrate skill in language arts including word division, proofreading, punctuation, grammar, spelling and keyboard composing.
5. Produce professionally formatted business documents including letters, memos, tables and reports using Microsoft Word.

1. “Touch” method for alphanumeric, symbol keys and 10-key keypad using a personal computer keyboard
2. Technique for data entry from straight and rough-draft text
3. Techniques (formatting, posture, etc.) for text entry on a keyboard
4. Proofreading alphanumeric and numeric data
5. Business correspondence: letters, memos, tables and report preparation

• Technological Competence
• Communication

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CIT 111 - Introduction to Programming: Java

 
Description
This course is an introduction to software development using the Java programming language.  Students create basic Java applications using algorithm development and problem-solving strategies.  Topics include the software development process, Java language basics, data type representations and storage considerations, Graphical User Interface (GUI), program control structures, methods and parameter passing, one-dimensional arrays and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP).

1. Apply algorithm development and problem-solving techniques to create Java applications.
2. Utilize a Java Integrated Development Environment (IDE) to enter, compile, execute, test and debug Java applications.
3. Choose the appropriate data type representations in a Java application.
4. Create a simple GUI to interface with Java applications.
5. Implement control structures in a Java application.
6. Apply methods and parameter passing in a Java application.
7. Apply the array data structure in a Java application.
8. Utilize classes and methods found in the Java Application Programming Interface (API).
9. Create OOP user-defined classes and methods that interface with a GUI.

1. Computer systems and environments, including computer organization, procedural programming and OOP
2. Algorithm development and problem-solving strategies
3. Java IDE facilities for creating, testing and debugging applications
4. Program language variables, data types, arithmetic operators and simple input and output
5. Implicit and explicit type casting
6. Program control structures using relational/logical operators to form Boolean expressions, decision (if/if-else) and iteration
7. Methods, parameter passing and return types
8. Array data structure design and implementation
9. Classes and objects

• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Technological Competence

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CIT 115 - Information Technology Fundamentals

 
Description
This course explores technical issues involved with computers and information technology. Students will be able to set up a basic workstation, conduct basic software installation, establish basic network connectivity, identify compatibility issues, identify/prevent basic security risks and demonstrate knowledge in the areas of safety and preventative maintenance of computers. This course prepares students considering a career in Information Technology (IT) or desiring a more detailed knowledge of IT fundamentals.

1. Explain the function and features found in common operating systems and applications.
2. Demonstrate best practices in information technology.
3. Explain the purpose of internal computer components and basic peripherals.
4. Compare and contrast different methods of sharing, storage and backup of data.
5. Perform appropriate steps to set up a basic workstation and router.
6. Implement basic support concepts.
7. Identify basic security threats and web-browsing best practices.
8. Describe the importance and impact of various environmental and safety concepts.
9. Identify alternative technologies and their purpose.

1. Types of operating systems, their basic functions and software/hardware compatibility
2. Types of applications (productivity, collaboration, utility, specialized)
3. Application platforms (mobile, desktop, Web-based) and common file types
4. Software best management practices (install/uninstall, patching/updates, version identification, licensing)
5. Alternative technologies (virtualization, cloud computing, Web apps, VoIP, gesture-based interaction)
6. Wireless device software features (unlocking, Bluetooth pairing, wireless setup, email configuration, synchronization, app stores)
7. Input and output devices and their common computer connector types
8. Internal computer components (CPU, power supply, RAM, storage, expansion cards, motherboard, cooling)
9. Security threats (malware, phishing, social engineering, spam, password cracking, physical security)
10. Security best practices (password management, device hardening, secure WiFi, multifactor authentication, suspicious emails, admin versus user versus guest accounts)
11. Web browsing best practices (secure protocols, certificate warnings, suspicious links and banner ads, adware, suspicious plugins, autofill forms, cookies, browser history, public workstations)
12. Configuring a wired or wireless router
13. Cellular, wireless and wired data connections
14. Local versus network storage and printing
15. Workstation set-up
16. Basic support concepts

• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Information Literacy

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CIT 120 - Networking Concepts

 
Description
This course introduces students to the configuration, management and troubleshooting of wired and wireless network devices. Students learn about emerging technologies with respect to mobile, cloud and virtualization technologies. Topics include networking concepts, infrastructure, network operations, security and troubleshooting. Course objectives are consistent with many of those required for CompTIA Network+ certification.

1. Explain devices, applications, protocols and services at their appropriate OSI layers.
2. Configure appropriate IP addressing components.
3. Compare the characteristics of network topologies, types and technologies.
4. Implement appropriate wireless technologies and configurations.
5. Determine the appropriate placement of networking devices on a network.
6. Summarize outputs from common scanning, monitoring and patching processes.
7. Identify network policies and best practices.
8. Summarize common networking attacks.
9. Troubleshoot common network service issues.

1. LAN and WAN protocols
2. OSI networking model
3. TCP/IP protocols, addresses and ports
4. Network topologies and cables
5. Wireless 802.11 standards
6. Network devices (switches, routers, bridges, firewalls)
7. Polices and best practices
8. Malware attacks and countermeasures

• Technological Competence

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CIT 125 - Web Design and Development

 
Description
This course introduces students to working with Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS). Students develop their skills through hands-on projects that create web sites and implement responsive web design. This course also provides an overview of the history of the Internet and current practices for web design and development. Exploration of web development job opportunities and software tools are also examined. 

1. Describe the evolution of the internet.
2. Employ HTML and CSS in a web authoring tool to create responsive web pages.
3. Discuss the different web languages utilized to create a fully functional website.
4. Describe the different types of available web media used to create web page.
5. Create example web pages using available web media.
6. Practice recommended guidelines for web site design, organization and development in the creation of a web site.

1. Network overview and the client/server model
2. Internet history and ethical use of information
3. Internet standards, protocols, URLs and domain names
4. Markup language tags
5. Tables and forms
6. Cascading Style Sheets
7. Web page enhancement using color, images, videos and text formatting
8. Responsive web design
9. Web site development using industry software 
10. Graphics editor applications

• Technological Competence

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CIT 130 - Object-Oriented Programming Using Java

 
Description
This course builds upon the technical computer programming skills gained in CIT 111  and expands on the software development process concepts.  Students review Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts and applications, as well as software engineering standards and principles.  Topics include the Unified Modeling Language (UML), Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs) and event handling, string and array processing, searching and sorting algorithms, class hierarchies, inheritance concepts and applications, abstract and interface classes, simple database integration and software security assurances.

1. Create UML diagrams to reflect the class compositions.
2. Implement OOP design into Java applications.
3. Apply the Java Application Programming Interface (API) classes and methods to create GUI classes with event handling.
4. Apply Java language elements to include string processing techniques in a program.
5. Create programs using arrays of primitives and objects.
6. Design Java applications to include searching and sorting implementations.
7. Create OOP solutions that incorporate class hierarchies, inheritance and polymorphism.
8. Produce OOP solutions that include abstract and interface classes.
9. Create Java applications that interface with database technology.
10. Implement data validation and exception handling in Java applications to mitigate security vulnerabilities.

 Listed Topics

1. OOP program structure, data types, decision and control structures
2. UML diagrams
3. Classes and their constructors
4. GUIs and event handling
5. Reusable code, scope, overloading and overriding
6. Integrated development environment (IDE) use in testing and debugging plans and techniques
7. String processing techniques
8. Arrays of primitives and class objects
9. Searching and sorting algorithms and implementations
10. Class hierarchies, inheritance and polymorphism
11. Abstract and interface classes
12. Database integration
13. Data validation, exception handling and security assurances

• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Technological Competence

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