2021-2022 HCC Catalog & Student Handbook 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2021-2022 HCC Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

English As A Second Language

  
  • ESOL 0353 - Advanced Reading for Foreign Speakers


    Credits: 3

    A continuation of ESOL 0350 . An advanced course designed to develop reading and critical thinking skills for college-bound students. Reading skills are refined to guide students towards mastery of deduction, inference, and figurative language.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 2
    Prerequisite(s): A satisfactory score on the COMPASS-ESL Test or successful completion of ESOL 0350 
    Corequisite(s): ESOL 0354 ESOL 0355  and ESOL 0356 
  
  • ESOL 0354 - Advanced Composition for Foreign Speakers


    Credits: 3

    A continuation of ESOL 0351  . This course concentrates on elements of essay organization. Students are required to produce well-organized, well-substantiated, multi-paragraphed essays containing thesis statements and topic sentences.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 2
    Prerequisite(s): A satisfactory score on the COMPASS-ESL Test or successful completion of ESOL 0351  
    Corequisite(s): ESOL 0353 ESOL 0355  and ESOL 0356  
  
  • ESOL 0355 - Advanced Grammar for Foreign Speakers


    Credits: 3

    A continuation of ESOL 0352 . This course provides a review of both essential and finer points of the grammatical structural features of formal written English. Emphasis is placed on active production and error analysis of standard English.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 2
    Prerequisite(s): A satisfactory score on the Accuplacer ESL or successful completion of ESOL 0352  
    Corequisite(s): ESOL 0353 ESOL 0354  and ESOL 0356  
  
  • ESOL 0356 - Advanced Conversation for Foreign Speakers


    Credits: 3

    A continuation of ESOL 0349 . This course is designed to encourage student’s use of high-level grammatical structures and vocabulary skills. Students are required to present an oral book report, an oral report of a personal, off-campus interview, and an oral research report.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 2
    Prerequisite(s): A satisfactory score on the Accuplacer ESL or successful completion of ESOL 0349  
    Corequisite(s): ESOL 0353 ESOL 0354  and ESOL 0355  
  
  • ESOL 0360 - Integrated Reading/Writing for Non-Native Speakers


    Credits: 3

    This course is the exit-level integrated reading and writing (INRW) class for non-native speakers of English. This class helps students prepare for American core academic college courses. Students learn composition skills for writing in a variety of academic classes, such as in the humanities and social sciences. Also, this course is the exit-level composition class for non-native speakers who plan to continue their education and earn a college degree.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3
    Prerequisite(s): A satisfactory score on the Accuplacer or successful completion of ESOL 0354  
  
  • ESOL 0370 - ESL Integrated Read/Write Course for ENGL 1301


    Credits: 3

    A corequisite course in support of ENGL 1301  for ESOL students: Intensive study of and practice in writing processes, from invention and researching to drafting, revising, and editing, both individually and collaboratively. Emphasis on effective rhetorical choices, including audience, purpose, arrangement, and style. Focus on writing the academic essay as a vehicle for learning, communicating, and critical analysis.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): A satisfactory score on the Accuplacer or successful completion of ESOL 0354   and ESOL 0353  .
    Corequisite(s): ENGL 1301  

English Technical/Bus Writing

  
  • ETWR 1302 - Introduction to Technical Writing


    Credits: 3

    Introduction to Technical Writing. 

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Note: This course is used in a very limited number of short certificates.  If the student’s intent is to complete an AA and/or transfer to a four-year college, the student should NOT take this course.

Fashion Design

  
  • FSHD 1235 - Millinery


    Credits: 2

    A study of the basic skills and methods used to create hats. An application of the techniques used to design and produce hats for fashion, theater, historic reproduction and educational instruction purposes.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 1
  
  • FSHD 1291 - Special Topics in Fashion Design and Illustration: Knitwear


    Credits: 2

    An introductory course in the construction of masks through several techniques. The students will use their creativity to put their own spin on a traditional craft.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 0
  
  • FSHD 1302 - Introduction to Fashion


    Credits: 3

    Survey of the world of fashion businesses. Introduction to the creation and merchandising of fashion through the study of fashion vocabulary, the fashion process, fashion publications and career opportunities.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
  
  • FSHD 1311 - Fashion History


    Credits: 3

    Survey of the evolution of fashion change traced through garment development from ancient times to present day. A study of customs and silhouettes of each historical period and their modern day adaptations. Examination of twentieth century fashion designers.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
  
  • FSHD 1313 - Art for Fashion


    Credits: 3

    A study of the basic elements and principles of art applied to the design of clothing for the human form. Emphasis on the basic body types; clothing silhouettes; fabric weights; and the use of line, movement, proportion, and color to achieve flattering, marketable fashion design.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 1
  
  • FSHD 1318 - Apparel Computer Systems


    Credits: 3

    An introduction to apparel computer systems used in wholesale and retail fashion businesses. Applications demonstrated include computer-aided garment and textile design, fashion illustration, pattern making, pattern grading, marker making, newsletters, brochures, advertisements and catalogs.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 1
  
  • FSHD 1322 - Fashion Sketching


    Credits: 3

    Fundamentals of quick sketching to communicate design ideas. Instruction in drawing the male and female fashion figure. Emphasis on simple methods for making quick sketches to illustrate style information.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 1
  
  • FSHD 1324 - Ready - To - Wear Construction


    Credits: 3

    Fundamentals of mass production of apparel, focusing on the operation of industrial sewing and pressing equipment. Survey of materials selection and construction techniques used at all price levels of mass produced apparel. Introduction to industry seam allowances. Identification of differences between ready-to-wear and couture construction.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
  
  • FSHD 1328 - Flat Pattern Design I


    Credits: 3

    An introduction to the creative design of clothing through the flat pattern method. General principles of pattern making using the basic five-piece dress slope. A study of dart manipulation, slashing and spreading the pattern and contouring sew lines.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3
    Prerequisite(s): FSHD 1324  
  
  • FSHD 1332 - Custom Patterns


    Credits: 3

    Skill development in taking body measurements. Instruction in developing custom fittings for customized patterns. In depth coverage of the process of transferring a custom body fitted canvas to a basic dress form and padding it for custom sizing.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3
    Prerequisite(s): FSHD 1328  and FSHD 2306  
  
  • FSHD 1351 - Design Construction Techniques


    Credits: 3

    A continuation of Ready-to-Wear Construction with emphasis on design details. Instruction in basic manipulation of a commercial pattern to create individual design details, dressmaking and fully lined unstructured garments in intermediate level fabrics.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): FSHD 1324  
  
  • FSHD 1355 - Flat Pattern Design II


    Credits: 3

    A continuation of Flat Pattern Design I with emphasis on patterns for tailored garments. Instruction in creating a jacket sloper with a two piece suit sleeve to make patterns for a variety of jacket silhouettes. Adding shoulder pad allowance, drafting patterns for jacket linings and interfacing pieces, lapel and collar variations and various pants shapes.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3
    Prerequisite(s): FSHD 1328  
  
  • FSHD 1372 - Knitwear Construction


    Credits: 3

    Fundamentals of knit apparel mass production focuses on the operation of industrial overlock, overstitch, and pressing equipment. Survey of cu-and-sew knit materials, two-and four- way stretch, and types of fibers and their individual properties. Introduction to knitwear seam allowance, pattern, and finishing techniques applied on cut edges.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
  
  • FSHD 1373 - Advanced Evening Wear


    Credits: 3

    This course focuses on the development of advanced skills from a demand in the bridal and formal design wear in which students will gain aptitude in working with a variety of materials and achieve professional level results. The course covers: customized patter; advanced embellishment; strapless construction; satin-weave materials; lace and mesh; invisible closures; and couture edge finishes.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
  
  • FSHD 2305 - Computer Aided Apparel Design


    Credits: 3

    Fundamentals of computerized pattern design and marker making, as they pertain to the industrial production of apparel products.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 3
  
  • FSHD 2306 - Draping


    Credits: 3

    A study of three-dimensional fashion design conceptualizing by draping in muslin or fashion fabric directly on the dress form. Skill development in observing grain of fabric, identifying drapable fabrics and creating designs suitable for draping. Presentation of major fashion designers draping techniques.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3
    Prerequisite(s): FSHD 1324  
  
  • FSHD 2310 - Fabric Design


    Credits: 3

    Fundamentals of fabric design. Instruction in silk screen, batik, tie-dye, painting, resist dye, block print, stenciling and weaving. Skill development in fabric design and production suitable for fashion apparel.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3
    Prerequisite(s): FSHD 1324 , FSHN 1301  
  
  • FSHD 2312 - Theatrical Costume Design


    Credits: 3

    A study of garment design for the theater in which costumes are researched and designed for theatrical productions. Instruction in the effect of lighting and staging in relationship to costuming.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3
    Prerequisite(s): DRAM 1310  
  
  • FSHD 2315 - Bustier Construction


    Credits: 3

    Instruction in the skills and techniques for creating a boned bodice. Production of strapless bodices from fashion and theatrical sources through the pattern-making and construction process.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3
  
  • FSHD 2337 - Couture Dressmaking


    Credits: 3

    A study of advanced apparel construction addressing couture dressmaking techniques, the traditional highest-quality methods for planning, cutting, sewing and pressing garments. Instruction in designing and producing couture fashion garments in advanced level fabrics.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): FSHD 1351  
  
  • FSHD 2341 - Pattern Grading


    Credits: 3

    Instruction in sizing standard patterns larger and smaller for the mass production of apparel. A study of 1”, 1-1/2”, and 2” and S-M-L-XL grade rules and their applications. Skill development in grading basic and fashion patterns with the ruler, the grading machine, and the computer.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 1
    Prerequisite(s): FSHD 1328  
  
  • FSHD 2343 - Fashion Collection Design


    Credits: 3

    Advanced concepts in designing a collection of marketable apparel. Instruction in developing a design work board for a specific target market and selecting the most marketable ideas for the collection. Projects in resource development, fabric selection, estimating wholesale costs and initial pattern and garment production.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3
    Prerequisite(s): FSHD 1351 , FSHD 1328  
  
  • FSHD 2344 - Fashion Collection Production


    Credits: 3

    A continuation of the Fashion Collection Design course. Emphasis on the production, costing and marketing of a cohesive collection of fashion apparel. Instruction in completing production patterns for all collection garments.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3
    Prerequisite(s): FSHD 2343  
  
  • FSHD 2388 - Internship-Fashion / Apparel Design


    Credits: 3

    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 0
    External: 16
    Prerequisite(s): Department Approval

Fashion Merchandising

  
  • FSHN 1301 - Textiles


    Credits: 3

    A general study of textiles with emphasis on factors that affect the hand, appearance and performance in clothing use. Examination of the properties of natural and manmade fibers, how yarn is formed, methods of production and the properties of a wide variety of fabrics. Application of textiles used in the apparel industry.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 1
  
  • FSHN 1305 - Apparel Alterations


    Credits: 3

    Skill development in fitting, altering, conserving and restyling apparel for men, women and children. Preparation for fitting, alterations, conservation and restoration work for a retail store, dry cleaning establishment, wedding gown business or historical costume collection.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3
    Prerequisite(s): FSHD 1324  
  
  • FSHN 1320 - Fashion Selling


    Credits: 3

    Examination of selling techniques for fashion apparel and accessories in retail and wholesale settings. Identification of buying motives, sales psychology, customer approach and closure. Instruction in product analysis, building a regular clientele, developing a fashion vocabulary and training and motivating a sales staff.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
  
  • FSHN 1329 - Basic Men’s Tailoring


    Credits: 3

    An introduction to tailoring men’s structured apparel including fundamentals of sewing machine operations, fabric preparation and cutting, machine and hand sewing techniques, and pressing proficiency including instruction in pattern and alterations, assembling men’s jackets, vests and pants, and fitting and alterations procedures.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3
    Prerequisite(s): FSHD 1324  
  
  • FSHN 2301 - Fashion Promotion


    Credits: 3

    A survey of fashion direction, publicity and fashion event coordination. Emphasis on fashion show production from idea to runway, including theme development, stage/set design, choreography, music coordination, lighting, lineup, model fittings, rehearsal and press kit development.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
  
  • FSHN 2303 - Fashion Buying


    Credits: 3

    Fundamentals of fashion buying with instruction in planning, pricing, and purchasing retail fashion inventories. Identification of wholesale merchandise resources.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
  
  • FSHN 2305 - Fashion Retailing


    Credits: 3

    An overview of fashion retailing procedures used in various types of retail fashion companies. A study of profit and loss, pricing, markup, inventory control, shortages, forecasting, store organization, and events. Examination of the wide variety of job opportunities available in the retail fashion industry.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
  
  • FSHN 2307 - Fashion Advertising


    Credits: 3

    General principles and practices of fashion advertising and consumer directed communication. A study of persuasive media approaches for public relations induced publicity and advertising produced sales promotions.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
  
  • FSHN 2309 - Fashion Image


    Credits: 3

    Instruction in the techniques used to analyze the fashion image of individual clients. Emphasis on personal coloring, color harmonies, appropriate fabric textures, body proportion and silhouette, figure, facial and hair analysis, and wardrobe coordination. Study of fashion image consultant business practices and job qualifications.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
  
  • FSHN 2320 - Visual Merchandising


    Credits: 3

    Skill development in the creation of showroom or retail store window/interior displays that sell merchandise. Study of the basic techniques of store planning, mannequin dressing, alternate form design, and display space conceptualization and implementation.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3
  
  • FSHN 2388 - Internship-Fashion Merchandising


    Credits: 3

    Principles and practices in resume and cover letter A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 0
    External: 16
    Prerequisite(s): Department Approval
  
  • FSHN 2432 - Advanced Pattern Drafting


    Credits: 4

    Advanced techniques for drafting patterns.

    Lecture: 4
    Lab: 1

Filmmaking

  
  • ARTV 1311 - Storyboard


    Credits: 3

    Techniques of storyboarding including organizing a project’s content and arranging it in a visual format.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Contact Hours 96
  
  • FLMC 1292 - Special Topics in Film-Video Making / Cinematography and Production


    Credits: 2

    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): RTVB 1321  
    Repeatable: This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
  
  • FLMC 1300 - Production Management


    Credits: 3

    Managing above- and below-the-line film or video production costs. Emphasizes analysis of scripts and treatments to determine production costs, crewing requirements, location needs, equipment rentals, and associated production costs.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): RTVB 1321  
  
  • FLMC 1304 - Lighting for Film or Video


    Credits: 3

    Lighting techniques for 16mm film or video production. (This class demonstrates advanced lighting techniques for 16mm film and video productions. Using a variety of lab projects and location settings, students will use lights, filters, in-camera special effects and mood setting techniques to enhance shot composition and camera movement. Topics also include operating film cameras, light meters and selecting film stock. Students are required to attend additional lab hours outside of class.)

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): RTVB 2337  
  
  • FLMC 1311 - Survey of the Motion Picture


    Credits: 3

    Overview of film History, Civilization, and techniques including introduction to cinematic elements and approaches to analysis and criticism.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
  
  • FLMC 1331 - Video Graphics and Visual Effects I


    Credits: 3

    A course in the applications of computers for video production. Design of computer graphic workstations and development of a rationale for selecting software, hardware, and peripherals.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
  
  • FLMC 1370 - Acting for Film


    Credits: 3

    This is a performance-based class where students will learn basic techniques for acting on camera including auditioning.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
  
  • FLMC 1372 - Film & Video Technology


    Credits: 3

    This course will explore current and emerging technology in Digital Filmmaking. Additionally, this course will include hands-on experience in simple repairs and trouble-shooting techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): RTVB 1321  
  
  • FLMC 2330 - Audio Post Production


    Credits: 3

    The technology, creative application and requirements for producing audio soundtracks for film and video. (This course explores the technology, creative application and requirements for producing audio soundtracks for film and video projects. Topics include time code, synchronization, mixing, Foley, dialog replacement, sound effects and location sound. The students will work on computerized workstations to produce finished audio tracks for various projects. Students are required to attend additional lab hours outside of class.)

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): RTVB 2337  and RTVB 2330  
  
  • FLMC 2333 - Cinematography


    Credits: 3

    Theoretical elements and practical applications of cinematography. (This class teaches theoretical elements and practical application of cinematography. While learning techniques of film production, students study historical and contemporary trends and styles. Theoretical topics include differences in film stocks, exposure, color theory and filters. Professional techniques that alter an image’s character are demonstrated and discussed. Practical tests and scenes are shot using color and black and white film stocks. Students are required to attend additional lab hours outside of class.)

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): FLMC 1304 ; Must be placed into college-level reading, writing and math
  
  • FLMC 2334 - Directing for Film or Video


    Credits: 3

    Directing to lead a production team. (This course teaches the craft of directing to students who aspire to lead a production team. By analyzing the work of classic and contemporary directors, the class investigates the art and language of filmmaking. Topics include framing and composition, camera angles, camera movement, blocking of actors, visualizing action, and creating a sequence, script breakdown, and techniques for establishing mood, character, and conflict.)

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): FLMC 1300 ; must be placed into college-level reading, writing and math
  
  • FLMC 2335 - Screenwriting for Features, Shorts and Documentaries


    Credits: 3

    Screenwriting for the principle genres of film. (This class emphasizes screenwriting for the principle genres of film. Students will create treatments from dramatic concepts, turn these treatments into screenplays and complete full shooting scripts by the course’s end. Topics include scriptwriting, formatting conventions and structural analysis of comedies, dramas, documentaries and short films. At the conclusion of the course students will submit an original script to a scriptwriting contest. Students are required to attend additional lab hours outside of class.)

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): RTVB 1429; must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0332   (P)  in math
  
  • FLMC 2336 - Production Development-Producing


    Credits: 3

    Sequential steps of supervision in all phases of film production and distribution. Includes resource acquisition and allocation. (During this class the student will address three primary questions posed when developing an idea for a film: What are you going to film? How are you going to film it? How are you going to structure the production? This class will teach students how to explore these questions fully before production begins. Class discussions, student projects and instructor analysis will emphasize the pre-production process: storyboarding shot lists, scheduling, location scouting, stock footage and budgeting. The class will also address design and aesthetic decisions in costuming, makeup and set design. Students are required to attend additional lab hours outside of class.)

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): FLMC 1300 , RTVB 2337 ; must be placed into college-level reading, writing and math
  
  • FLMC 2344 - Advanced Film and Video Editing


    Credits: 3

    Exploration of the creative possibilities of non-linear film and video editing. Includes editing aesthetics, titles, graphic design, compositing, and special effects.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): FLMC 1331 , RTVB 2330  
  
  • FLMC 2370 - Showrunning


    Credits: 3

    Students will learn and perform all the roles within a Showrunner’s Writer’s Room and develop episodic content and supplemental materials for a series.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
  
  • FLMC 2371 - Documentary Production


    Credits: 3

    Documentaries are narrative films. Telling a story is based on non-scripted material captured or licensed for a chosen subject. In this course, students will study various documentary styles and learn techniques that they will implement as they create their own documentary projects.

     

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4

  
  • FLMC 2380 - Cooperative Education-Cinematography and Film/Video Production


    Credits: 3

    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.

    Lecture: 1
    Lab: 0
    External: 20

Fire Science/Firefighting

  
  • FIRS 1203 - Firefighter Agility and Fitness Preparation


    Credits: 2

    Physical ability testing methods. Rigorous training in skills and techniques needed in typical fire department physical ability tests.

    Lecture: 1
    Lab: 2
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math
  
  • FIRS 1301 - Fire Fighter Certification I


    Credits: 3

    One in a series of courses in basic preparation for a new firefighter. Should be taken in conjunction with Firefighter Certification II, III, IV, V, VI, and VII to satisfy the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) curriculum for Basic Structural Fire Suppression, Course #100.

    ***THIS COURSE MAY BE OFFERED ONLY BY INSTITUTIONS LICENSED AS A FIRE ACADEMY BY THE TEXAS COMMISSION ON FIRE PROTECTION***

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math

  
  • FIRS 1313 - Fire Fighter Certification III


    Credits: 3

    One in a series of courses in basic preparation for a new firefighter. Should be taken in conjunction with Firefighter Certification I, II, IV, V, VI, and VII to satisfy the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) curriculum for Basic Structural Fire Suppression, Course #100.

    ***THIS COURSE MAY BE OFFERED ONLY BY INSTITUTIONS LICENSED AS A FIRE ACADEMY BY THE TEXAS COMMISSION ON FIRE PROTECTION***

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3
    Pre/Corequisite(s): FIRS 1407 ; must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math

  
  • FIRS 1319 - Fire Fighter Certification IV


    Credits: 3

    One in a series of courses in basic preparation for a new firefighter. Should be taken in conjunction with Firefighter Certification I, II, III, V, VI, and VII to satisfy the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) curriculum for Basic Structural Fire Suppression, Course #100.

    ***THIS COURSE MAY BE OFFERED ONLY BY INSTITUTIONS LICENSED AS A FIRE ACADEMY BY THE TEXAS COMMISSION ON FIRE PROTECTION***

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 2
    Pre/Corequisite(s): FIRS 1313 ; must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math

  
  • FIRS 1329 - Fire Fighter Certification VI


    Credits: 3

    One in a series of courses in basic preparation for a new firefighter. Should be taken in conjunction with Firefighter Certification I, II, III, IV, V, and VII to satisfy the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) curriculum for Basic Structural Fire Suppression, Course #100.

    ***THIS COURSE MAY BE OFFERED ONLY BY INSTITUTIONS LICENSED AS A FIRE ACADEMY BY THE TEXAS COMMISSION ON FIRE PROTECTION***

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3
    Pre/Corequisite(s): FIRS 1423 ; must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math

  
  • FIRS 1407 - Fire Fighter Certification II


    Credits: 4

    One in a series of courses in basic preparation for a new firefighter. Should be taken in conjunction with Firefighter Certification I, III, IV, V, VI, and VII to satisfy the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) curriculum for Basic Structural Fire Suppression, Course #100.

    ***THIS COURSE MAY BE OFFERED ONLY BY INSTITUTIONS LICENSED AS A FIRE ACADEMY BY THE TEXAS COMMISSION ON FIRE PROTECTION***

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 4
    Pre/Corequisite(s): FIRS 1301 ; must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math

  
  • FIRS 1423 - Fire Fighter Certification V


    Credits: 4

    One in a series of courses in basic preparation for a new firefighter. Should be taken in conjunction with Firefighter Certification I, II, III, IV, VI, and VII to satisfy the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) curriculum for Basic Structural Fire Suppression, Course #100.

    ***THIS COURSE MAY BE OFFERED ONLY BY INSTITUTIONS LICENSED AS A FIRE ACADEMY BY THE TEXAS COMMISSION ON FIRE PROTECTION***

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 3
    Pre/Corequisite(s): FIRS 1319 ; must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math

  
  • FIRS 1433 - Fire Fighter Certification VII


    Credits: 4

    One in a series of courses in basic preparation for a new firefighter. Should be taken in conjunction with Firefighter Certification I, II, III, IV, V, and VI to satisfy the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) curriculum for Basic Structural Fire Suppression, Course #100.

    ***THIS COURSE MAY BE OFFERED ONLY BY INSTITUTIONS LICENSED AS A FIRE ACADEMY BY THE TEXAS COMMISSION ON FIRE PROTECTION***

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 4
    Pre/Corequisite(s): FIRS 1329 ; must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math


Fire Protection & Safety Techn

  
  • FIRT 1202 - Plan Examiner I


    Credits: 2

    Examination of plans submitted for approval by businesses, industry, or other regulated entities. Includes applicable codes and/or standards that meet certification requirements of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math
  
  • FIRT 1301 - Fundamentals of Fire Protection


    Credits: 3

    Orientation to the fire service, career opportunities, related fields.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math
  
  • FIRT 1303 - Fire and Arson Investigation I


    Credits: 3

    Basic fire and arson investigation practices. Emphasis on fire behavior principles related to fire cause and origin determination.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math
  
  • FIRT 1307 - Fire Prevention Codes and Inspections


    Credits: 3

    Local building and fire prevention codes. Fire prevention inspections, practices, and procedures.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math
  
  • FIRT 1309 - Fire Administration I


    Credits: 3

    Introduction to the organization and management of a fire department and the relationship of government agencies to the fire service. Emphasis on fire service leadership from the perspective of the company officer.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math
  
  • FIRT 1315 - Hazardous Materials I


    Credits: 3

    The chemical characteristics and behavior of various materials. Storage, transportation, handling hazardous emergency situations, and the most effective methods of hazard mitigation.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math
  
  • FIRT 1327 - Building Construction in the Fire Service


    Credits: 3

    Components of building construction that relate to life safety. Includes relationship of construction elements and building design impacting fire spread in structures.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math
  
  • FIRT 1338 - Fire Protection Systems


    Credits: 3

    Design and operation of fire detection and alarm systems, heat and smoke control systems, special protection and sprinkler systems, water supply for fire protection, and portable fire extinguishers.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math
  
  • FIRT 1340 - Fire Inspector II


    Credits: 3

    Fire inspection rules, procedures, and inspection practices to meet the Texas Commission on Fire Protection requirements for Fire Inspector II.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3
    Prerequisite(s): FIRT 1408 ; must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math
  
  • FIRT 1342 - Fire Officer I


    Credits: 3

    Meets the curriculum requirements of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) for Fire Officer I certification.

    **THIS COURSE MAY BE OFFERED ONLY BY INSTITUTIONS CERTIFIED AS A TRAINING FACILITY BY THE TEXAS COMMISSION ON FIRE PROTECTION**

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 2
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math

  
  • FIRT 1345 - Hazardous Materials II


    Credits: 3

    Mitigation practices and techniques to effectively control hazardous material spills and leaks.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math
  
  • FIRT 1408 - Fire Inspector I


    Credits: 4

    Fire inspection including rules, codes, and field inspection practices to meet certification requirements of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math
  
  • FIRT 2188 - Internship-Emergency Management


    Credits: 1

    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 0
    External: 6
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math
  
  • FIRT 2305 - Fire Instructor I


    Credits: 3

    Preparation of fire and emergency services personnel to deliver instruction from a prepared lesson plan. Includes the use of instructional aids and evaluation instruments to meet the Texas Commission on Fire Protection requirements for Fire Instructor I certification.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 1
    Prerequisite(s): FIRS 1433  or proof of Firefighter II level certification; must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math
  
  • FIRT 2307 - Fire Instructor II


    Credits: 3

    Development of individual lesson plans for a specific topic including learning objectives, instructional aids, and evaluation instruments. Includes techniques for supervision and coordination of activities of other instructors to meet Texas Commission on Fire Protection requirements for Fire Instructor II certification.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 1
    Prerequisite(s): FIRT 2305 , or proof of Fire Instructor I certification; must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math
  
  • FIRT 2309 - Fire Fighting Strategies and Tactics I


    Credits: 3

    Analysis of the nature of fire problems and selection of initial strategies and tactics including an in-depth study of efficient and effective use of manpower and equipment to mitigate the emergency.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math
  
  • FIRT 2333 - Fire & Arson Investigation II


    Credits: 3

    Fire Investigation techniques and defense of findings in a court room setting.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math
  
  • FIRT 2351 - Company Fire Officer


    Credits: 3

    A capstone course covering fire ground operations and supervisory practices. Includes performance evaluation of incident commander, safety officer, public information officer, and shift supervisor duties.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math
  
  • FIRT 2380 - Cooperative Education Fire Protection and Safety Technology / Technician


    Credits: 3

    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.

    Lecture: 1
    Lab: 0
    External: 20
    Prerequisite(s): 15 semester hours of FIRT/FIRS and Department Approval; must be placed into college-level reading, college-level writing and MATH 0106   in math
  
  • FIRT 2459 - Fire Instructor III


    Credits: 4

    Development of comprehensive training curriculum and programs. Includes organization of needs analysis and development of training goals and implementation strategies to meet Texas Commission on Fire Protection requirements for Fire Instructor III.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 2
    Prerequisite(s): FIRT 2307 , or proof of the Fire Instructor II Certification

French

  
  • FREN 1411 - Beginning French I


    Credits: 4

    Introduction to the French language and culture. Development of basic skills in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural awareness. Course includes vocabulary building, conversation and grammar. Transfers as foreign language Credit.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 2
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading (or take INRW 0420   as a corequisite)and be placed into college level writing (or take ESOL 0360   or  ESOL 0370   as a corequisite)
    Note: Core Curriculum Course.
  
  • FREN 1412 - Beginning French II


    Credits: 4

    Continuation of FREN 1411 . Further development of listening comprehension, speaking, reading and writing skills and cultural awareness. More advanced grammar. Transfers as foreign language Credit.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 2
    Prerequisite(s): FREN 1411  or satisfactory score on an advanced placement examination or at least two years of high school French within the last two years; must be placed into college - level reading (or take INRW 0420  as a corequisite) and be placed into college level writing.
    Corequisite(s): Or take ESOL 0360   or ESOL 0370   as a corequisite.
    Note: Core Curriculum Course.
  
  • FREN 2311 - Intermediate French I


    Credits: 3

    Further development of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills and cultural awareness acquired in Beginning French. Introduction of more complex language structures. Oral and written practice based on selected readings. Class conducted mainly in French.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): FREN 1412  or equivalent; (or take INRW 0420   as a corequisite)and be placed into college level writing (or take ESOL 0360   or ESOL 0370   as a corequisite)
  
  • FREN 2312 - Intermediate French II


    Credits: 3

    Continuation of FREN 2311  but with special emphasis on written communication. Readings, discussions and compositions. Class conducted mainly in French.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): FREN 2311  or equivalent; must be placed into college - level reading (or take INRW 0420   as a corequisite)  and be placed into college level writing
    Corequisite(s): Or take ESOL 0360   or ESOL 0370   as a corequisite

Geography

  
  • GEOG 1301 - Physical Geography


    Credits: 3

    An introduction to the earth’s physical elements. Emphasis is placed on the interrelationships within and between the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere. Map applications and other tools are used to help understand topics such as weather and climate, soils, ecosystems, and natural resources (Non Lab Natural Science). 

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Note: Core Curriculum Course
  
  • GEOG 1302 - Human Geography


    Credits: 3

    A survey of the cultural diversity found on earth. Topics include population, language, religion, ethnicity, and popular culture, with a special focus on spatial attributes and expressions of culture. 

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Note: Core Curriculum Course
  
  • GEOG 1303 - World Regional Geography


    Credits: 3

    This course is an introduction to the world’s major regions seen through their defining physical, social, cultural, political, and economic features. These regions are examined in terms of their physical and human characteristics and their interactions. The course emphasizes relations among regions on issues such as trade, economic development, conflict, and the role of regions in the globalization process. 

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Note: Core Curriculum Course

Geology

  
  • GEOL 1301 - Earth Sciences for Non-Science Majors I (Lecture)


    Credits: 3

    Survey of geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy. 

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Note: Core Curriculum Course
  
  • GEOL 1305 - Environmental Science (Lecture)


    Credits: 3

    A survey of the forces, including humans, that shape our physical and biologic environment, and how they affect life on Earth. Introduction to the science and policy of global and regional environmental issues, including pollution, climate change, and sustainability of land, water, and energy resources. 

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Note: Core Curriculum Course
  
  • GEOL 1345 - Oceanography (Lecture)


    Credits: 3

    An introduction to the world’s oceans, emphasizing the geological, physical, biological, chemical, and ecological aspects of the marine environment. 

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Note: Core Curriculum Course
  
  • GEOL 1347 - Meteorology (Lecture)


    Credits: 3

    The study of basic principles of weather and climate and the pervasive effects of weather conditions on daily lives, commerce, agriculture, urban planning and other human activity. The course offers basic scientific theory with applications familiar to the student. 

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Note: Core Curriculum Course
  
  • GEOL 1403 - Physical Geology (Lecture & Lab)


    Credits: 4

    Introduction to the study of the materials and processes that have modified and shaped the surface and interior of Earth over time. These processes are described by theories based on experimental data and geologic data gathered from field observations. Laboratory activities will cover methods used to collect and analyze earth science data. 

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 3
    Note: Core Curriculum Course
 

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