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PST-157: NC Justice Academy Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Justice Academy-developed training that may be regulated by the NC Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission and the NC Sheriffs' Education and Training Commission in support of law enforcement training in North Carolina. Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the training delivery agency and retained on file. *272 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-158: NC Justice Academy Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Justice Academy-developed training that may be regulated by the NC Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission and the NC Sheriffs' Education and Training Commission in support of law enforcement training in North Carolina. Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the training delivery agency and retained on file. *320 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-159: NC Justice Academy Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Justice Academy-developed training that may be regulated by the NC Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission and the NC Sheriffs' Education and Training Commission in support of law enforcement training in North Carolina. Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the training delivery agency and retained on file. *368 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-161: NC OSFM Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Office of State Fire Marshal regulated by the Fire and Rescue Commission under the NC Department of Insurance. Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the training delivery agency and retained on file. *16 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-162: NC OSFM Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Office of State Fire Marshal regulated by the Fire and Rescue Commission under the NC Department of Insurance. Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the training delivery agency and retained on file. *48 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-163: NC OSFM Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Office of State Fire Marshal regulated by the Fire and Rescue Commission under the NC Department of Insurance. Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the training delivery agency and retained on file. *80 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-164: NC OSFM Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Office of State Fire Marshal regulated by the Fire and Rescue Commission under the NC Department of Insurance. Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the training delivery agency and retained on file. *128 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-165: NC OSFM Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Office of State Fire Marshal regulated by the Fire and Rescue Commission under the NC Department of Insurance. Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the training delivery agency and retained on file. *176 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-166: NC OSFM Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Office of State Fire Marshal regulated by the Fire and Rescue Commission under the NC Department of Insurance. Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the training delivery agency and retained on file. *224 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-167: NC OSFM Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Office of State Fire Marshal regulated by the Fire and Rescue Commission under the NC Department of Insurance. Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the training delivery agency and retained on file. *272 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-168: NC OSFM Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Office of State Fire Marshal regulated by the Fire and Rescue Commission under the NC Department of Insurance. Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the training delivery agency and retained on file. *320 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-169: NC OSFM Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Office of State Fire Marshal regulated by the Fire and Rescue Commission under the NC Department of Insurance. Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the training delivery agency and retained on file. *368 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-171: NCCCS Public Safety Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Community College System (NCCCS) continuing education regulated by the State Board of Community Colleges and accredited through Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the NCCCS and retained on file. *16 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-172: NCCCS Public Safety Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Community College System (NCCCS) continuing education regulated by the State Board of Community Colleges and accredited through Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the NCCCS and retained on file. *48 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-173: NCCCS Public Safety Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Community College System (NCCCS) continuing education regulated by the State Board of Community Colleges and accredited through Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the NCCCS and retained on file. *80 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-174: NCCCS Public Safety Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Community College System (NCCCS) continuing education regulated by the State Board of Community Colleges and accredited through Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the NCCCS and retained on file. *128 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-175: NCCCS Public Safety Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Community College System (NCCCS) continuing education regulated by the State Board of Community Colleges and accredited through Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the NCCCS and retained on file. *176 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-176: NCCCS Public Safety Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Community College System (NCCCS) continuing education regulated by the State Board of Community Colleges and accredited through Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the NCCCS and retained on file. *224 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-177: NCCCS Public Safety Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Community College System (NCCCS) continuing education regulated by the State Board of Community Colleges and accredited through Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the NCCCS and retained on file. *272 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-178: NCCCS Public Safety Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Community College System (NCCCS) continuing education regulated by the State Board of Community Colleges and accredited through Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the NCCCS and retained on file. *320 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-179: NCCCS Public Safety Training

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is NC Community College System (NCCCS) continuing education regulated by the State Board of Community Colleges and accredited through Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Official documentation of successful completion of this training must be provided from the NCCCS and retained on file. *368 Hours Minimum Documented Training Required.

PST-189: NCDOJ Professional Certification Program

This course is a mechanism for awarding prior learning credit for industry-recognized training and/or credentials. The prior learning source is the Professional Certificate program regulated by NCDOJ. A certificate of completion and associated transcript for the program must be provided and retained on file.

PSY-118: Interpersonal Psychology

This course introduces the basic principles of psychology as they relate to personal and professional development. Emphasis is placed on personality traits, communication/leadership styles, effective problem solving, and cultural diversity as they apply to personal and work environments. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these principles of psychology as they apply to personal and professional development.

PSY-150: General Psychology

This course provides an overview of the scientific study of human behavior. Topics include history, methodology, biopsychology, sensation, perception, learning, motivation, cognition, abnormal behavior, personality theory, social psychology, and other relevant topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of the science of psychology.

PSY-237: Social Psychology

This course introduces the study of individual behavior within social contexts. Topics include affiliation, attitude formation and change, conformity, altruism, aggression, attribution, interpersonal attraction, and group behavior. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of social influences on behavior.

PSY-239: Psychology of Personality

This course covers major personality theories and personality research methods. Topics include psychoanalytic, behavioristic, social learning, cognitive, humanistic, and trait theories including supporting research. Upon completion, students should be able to compare and contrast traditional and contemporary approaches to the understanding of individual differences in human behavior.

PSY-241: Developmental Psychology

This course is a study of human growth and development. Emphasis is placed on major theories and perspectives as they relate to the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial aspects of development from conception to death. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of development across the life span.

PSY-259: Human Sexuality

This course provides the biological, psychological, and sociocultural aspects of human sexuality and related research. Topics include reproductive biology, sexual and psychosexual development, sexual orientation, contraception, sexually transmitted diseases, sexual disorders, theories of sexuality, and related issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an overall knowledge and understanding of human sexuality.

PSY-263: Educational Psychology

This course examines the application of psychological theories and principles to the educational process and setting. Topics include learning and cognitive theories, achievement motivation, teaching and learning styles, teacher and learner roles, assessment, and developmental issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the application of psychological theory to educational practice.

PSY-265: Behavioral Modification

This course is an applied study of factors influencing human behavior and strategies for behavioral change. Emphasis is placed on cognitive-behavioral theory, behavioral assessment, practical applications of conditioning techniques, and maintenance of adaptive behavior patterns. Upon completion, students should be able to implement basic learning principles to effect behavioral changes in self and others.

PSY-281: Abnormal Psychology

This course provides an examination of the various psychological disorders, as well as theoretical, clinical, and experimental perspectives of the study of psychopathology. Emphasis is placed on terminology, classification, etiology, assessment, and treatment of the major disorders. Upon completion, students should be able to distinguish between normal and abnormal behavior patterns as well as demonstrate knowledge of etiology, symptoms, and therapeutic techniques.

PTC-226: Validation

This course covers the methods used in pharmaceutical process and product validation. Emphasis is placed on manufacturing processes, specific dosage forms, FDA rationale, and documentation requirements. Upon completion, students should be able to write a validation protocol and perform validation studies for a variety of pharmaceutical applications.

RAD-110: Radiography Introduction & Patient Care

This course provides an overview of the radiography profession and student responsibilities. Emphasis is placed on basic principles of patient care, radiation protection, technical factors, and medical terminology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic skills in these areas.

RAD-111: RAD Procedures I

This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiography of the chest, abdomen, extremities, bony thorax and pelvis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these areas.

RAD-112: RAD Procedures II

This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiography of the skull, spine, and gastrointestinal, biliary, and urinary systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these areas.

RAD-121: Image Production I

This course provides the basic principles of radiographic image production. Emphasis is placed on image production, x-ray equipment, receptor exposure, and basic imaging quality factors. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic principles of radiographic image production.

RAD-122: Image Production II

This course is designed to continue to develop the concepts and principles in the field of radiologic technology. Emphasis is placed on advanced digital principles and production. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of advanced principles of digital imaging production.

RAD-141: Radiation Safety

This course covers the principles of radiation protection and radiobiology. Topics include the effects of ionizing radiation on body tissues, protective measures for limiting exposure to the patient and personnel, and radiation monitoring devices. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the effects and uses of radiation in diagnostic radiology.

RAD-151: RAD Clinical Ed I

This course introduces patient management and basic radiographic procedures in the clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on mastering positioning of the chest and extremities, manipulating equipment, and applying principles of ALARA. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.

RAD-161: RAD Clinical Ed II

This course provides additional experience in patient management and in more complex radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on mastering positioning of the spine, pelvis, head and neck, and thorax and adapting procedures to meet patient variations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.

RAD-171: RAD Clinical Ed III

This course provides experience in patient management specific to advanced radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on applying appropriate technical factors to all studies and transitioning to mastering positioning of advanced studies. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.

RAD-181: RAD Clinical Elective

This course provides advanced knowledge of clinical applications. Emphasis is placed on enhancing clinical skills. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully complete the clinical course objectives.

RAD-211: Radiographic Procedures III

This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard and specialty radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiographic specialty procedures, advanced imaging, radiographic pathology and image analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these areas.

RAD-231: Image Production III

This course is designed to continue to develop the concepts and principles in the field of radiologic technology. Emphasis is placed on complex imaging production and principles, quality control and quality assurance in the imaging sciences. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of advanced radiographic equipment and quality control programs.

RAD-251: RAD Clinical Ed IV

This course provides the opportunity to continue mastering all basic radiographic procedures and to attain experience in advanced areas. Emphasis is placed on equipment operation, pathological recognition, pediatric and geriatric variations, and further awareness of radiation protection requirements. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.

RAD-261: Radiographic Clinical Education V

This course is designed to enhance expertise in all radiographic procedures, patient management, radiation protection, and image production and evaluation. Emphasis is placed on developing an autonomous approach to the diversity of clinical situations and successfully adapting to those procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.

RAD-271: Radiography Capstone

This course provides an opportunity to exhibit problem-solving skills required for certification. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and integration of didactic and clinical components. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge required of an entry-level radiographer.

RCP-110: Introduction to Respiratory Care

This course introduces the role of the respiratory care practitioner within interprofessional teams and interacting with diverse populations. Topics include medical gas administration, basic patient assessment, infection control, and medical terminology using proper written and oral communication methods to prepare students for clinical practice. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in respiratory therapy concepts and procedures through written and laboratory evaluations.

RCP-111: Therapeutics/Diagnostics

This course provides emphasis on therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Topics include applying problem solving strategies in the patient care setting, applying ethical principles in decision making, and practicing professional responsibilities, which will prepare students for clinical practice. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in respiratory therapy concepts and procedures through written and laboratory evaluations.

RCP-112: Patient Management

This course provides entry-level skills in respiratory care procedures in acute and non-acute care settings. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic modalities and physiological effects, monitoring mechanical ventilation, and problem-solving strategies based on evidence-based medicine protocols and clinical practice guidelines. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in respiratory therapy concepts and procedures through written and laboratory evaluations.

RCP-113: RCP Pharmacology

This course covers the drugs used in the treatment of cardiopulmonary diseases. Emphasis is placed on the uses, actions, indications, administration, and hazards of pharmacological agents. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence though written evaluations.

RCP-114: C-P Anatomy & Physiology

This course provides a concentrated study of cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology essential to the practice of respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on cardiovascular and pulmonary physiology, acid/base balance, and blood gas interpretation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these concepts through written evaluation.

RCP-115: C-P Pathophysiology

This course introduces the etiology, pathophysiology, clinical signs and symptoms, diagnoses, prognoses, complications, and management of cardiopulmonary diseases. Emphasis is placed on developing, evaluating, and modifying respiratory care plans based on evidence-based medicine protocols and clinical practice guidelines. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in cardio-pulmonary disease concepts through written evaluations.

RCP-123: Special Practice Lab

This course provides additional laboratory learning opportunities in respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic procedures and equipment management. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures through laboratory evaluations.

RCP-132: RCP Clinical Practice I

This course provides entry-level clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations.

RCP-143: RCP Clinical Practice II

This course provides entry-level clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations.

RCP-153: RCP Clinical Practice III

This course provides entry-level clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations.

RCP-210: Critical Care Concepts

This course provides further refinement of acute patient care and underlying pathophysiology. Topics include a continuation in the application and management of mechanical ventilation, assessment underlying pathophysiology, and introduction of critical care monitoring. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in respiratory therapy concepts and procedures through written, laboratory and/or clinical simulation evaluations.

RCP-211: Advanced Monitoring/Procedures

This course includes advanced information gathering and decision making for the respiratory care professional using evidence-based respiratory care protocols. Topics include advanced cardiac monitoring, special procedures, respiratory care protocols, and disease management. Upon completion, students should be able to assess, recommend, and independently modify respiratory care protocols through written, laboratory and/or clinical simulation evaluations.

RCP-214: Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care

This course provides comprehensive coverage of the concepts of neonatal and pediatric respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on pathophysiology, patient assessment and special therapeutic needs of neonates and children based on evidence-based medicine protocols and clinical practice guidelines. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the neonatal and pediatric respiratory care concepts through written, laboratory and/or clinical simulation evaluations.

RCP-215: Career Preparation

This course provides an overview of respiratory therapy concepts in preparation for credentialing exam. Emphasis is placed on registry preparation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of respiratory therapy and be prepared for successful completion of the credentialing process.

RCP-222: Special Practice Lab

This course provides additional laboratory learning opportunities in respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic procedures and equipment management. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures through laboratory evaluations.

RCP-223: Special Practice Lab

This course provides additional laboratory learning opportunities in respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic procedures and equipment management. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures through laboratory evaluations.

RCP-235: RCP Clinical Practice IV

This course provides advanced practitioner clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations.

RCP-245: RCP Clinical Practice V

This course provides advanced practitioner clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations.

REF-116: Commercial Systems I

This course introduces and compares various commercial refrigeration systems. Topics include service, repair, and diagnostic procedures for commercial systems and components, as well as evacuation, charging, startup, and evaluation. Upon completion, students should be able to use appropriate tools, instruments, and procedures to service and install basic refrigeration systems or components.

REF-117: Refrigeration Controls

This course covers the design, operation, function, and schematics of basic control systems used in the refrigeration industry. Topics include proper control application, selection, and use of test instruments; simple control wiring; and the use of schematics as a troubleshooting tool. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, diagnose, and repair electrical and mechanical malfunctioning components.

REL-110: World Religions

This course introduces the world's major religious traditions. Topics include Primal religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the origins, history, beliefs, and practices of the religions studied.

REL-211: Introduction to Old Testament

This course is a survey of the literature of the Hebrews with readings from the law, prophets, and other writings. Emphasis is placed on the use of literary, historical, archeological, and cultural analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to use the tools of critical analysis to read and understand Old Testament literature.

REL-212: Introduction to New Testament

This course is a survey of the literature of first-century Christianity with readings from the gospels, Acts, and the Pauline and pastoral letters. Topics include the literary structure, audience, and religious perspective of the writings, as well as the historical and cultural context of the early Christian community. Upon completion, students should be able to use the tools of critical analysis to read and understand New Testament literature.

SAB-110: Intro to Addiction & Recovery Studies

This course provides an overview of the core concepts in addiction and recovery. Topics include the history of substance use, effects on society members, treatment of addiction, and preventive measures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the origins of substance use, addiction, prevention, treatment, and recovery.

SAB-120: Intake and Assessment

This course covers processes for rapport building and procedures used to identify and evaluate individuals' strengths and weaknesses. Topics include diagnostic evaluation and placement, effective interviewing and communication techniques, and use of assessment tools. Upon completion, students should be able to establish rapport with individuals, recognize disorders, and obtain information for referrals and placement.

SAB-135: Addictive Process

This course covers the physical, emotional, psychological, and cultural aspects of the addictive process. Emphasis is placed on disorders related to addictions to alcohol, drugs, food, sex, work, gambling, internet, and relationships. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the effects, prevention strategies, and treatment methods associated with addictive disorders.

SAB-210: Addiction & Recovery Counseling

This course provides theory and skills acquisition by utilizing intervention strategies designed to obtain therapeutic information, support recovery, and prevent relapse. Topics include counseling individuals and dysfunctional families, screening instruments, counseling techniques and approaches, recovery and relapse, and special populations. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss issues critical to recovery, identify intervention models, and initiate a procedure culminating in cognitive/behavioral change.

SAB-240: Diversity, Ethics, & Trends in Addiction & Recovery

This course introduces systems of diversity, ethics, and trends in addiction and recovery. Topics include confidentiality, assessment of personal values, professional responsibilities, competencies, and ethics relative to multicultural service provision. Upon completion, students should be able to apply and discuss multiple diversity and ethical scenarios applicable to addiction and recovery services.

SEC-110: Security Concepts

This course introduces the concepts and issues related to securing information systems and the development of policies to implement information security controls. Topics include the historical view of networking and security, security issues, trends, security resources, and the role of policy, people, and processes in information security. Upon completion, students should be able to identify information security risks, create an information security policy, and identify processes to implement and enforce policy.

SEC-160: Security Administration I

This course provides an overview of security administration with an emphasis on designing secure network architectures. Topics include networking technologies, TCP/IP fundamentals, network protocols, traffic analysis, monitoring strategies, and established security best practices. Upon completion, students should be able to use advanced network analysis tools to monitor network traffic and develop security measures to safeguard against various threats.

SEC-165: AI in Security Operations

This course covers the application of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity. Emphasis is placed on applying AI techniques to enhance security operations and integrating AI tools into organizational security practices. Upon completion, students should be able to use AI tools to automate and enhance security operations within workplace environments.

SEC-193A: Selected Topics in Security Concepts

This course provides an opportunity to explore areas of current interest in specific program or discipline areas. Emphasis is placed on subject matter appropriate to the program or discipline. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the specific area of study.

SEC-285: Systems Security Project

This course provides students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills from the systems security program. Topics include crafting and implementing effective security policies, planning processes, defining procedures, ensuring business continuity, achieving compliance, conducting audits, performing security tests, and designing secure system architectures. Upon completion, students should be able to design and implement comprehensive security solutions.

SEL-191: Selected Topics in ___________

This course provides an opportunity to explore areas of current interest in specific program or discipline areas. Emphasis is placed on subject matter appropriate to the program or discipline. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the specific area of study.

SEL-192: Selected Topics in _________

This course provides an opportunity to explore areas of current interest in the specific program or discipline areas. Emphasis is placed on subject matter appropriate to the program or discipline. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the specific area of study.

SEL-193: Selected Topics in ___________

This course provides an opportunity to explore areas of current interest in specific program or discipline areas. Emphasis is placed on subject matter appropriate to the program or discipline. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the specific area of study.

SEL-291: Selected Topics in ___________

This course provides an opportunity to explore areas of current interest in specific program or discipline areas. Emphasis is placed on subject matter appropriate to the program or discipline. Upon Completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the specific area of study.

SEL-292: Selected Topics in ___________

This course provides an opportunity to explore areas of current interest in specific program or discipline areas. Emphasis is placed on subject matter appropriate to the program or discipline. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the specific area of study.

SEL-293: Selected Topics in ___________

This course provides an opportunity to explore areas of current interest in specific program or discipline areas. Emphasis is placed on the subject matter appropriate to the program or discipline. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the specific area of study.

SEM-196: Seminar in _____________

This course provides an opportunity to explore topics of current interest. Emphasis is placed on the developmental of critical listening skills and the presentation of seminar issues. Upon completion, students should be able to critically analyze issues and establish informed opinions.

SEM-197: Seminar in _____________

This course provides an opportunity to explore topics of current interest. Emphasis is placed on the development of critical listening skills and the presentation of seminar issues. Upon completion, students should be able to critically analyze issues and establish informed opinions.

SEM-198: Seminar in ___________

This course provides an opportunity to explore topics of current interest. Emphasis is placed on the development of critical listening skills and the presentation of seminar issues. Upon completion, students should be able to critically analyze issues and establish informed opinions.

SEM-296: Seminar in ___________

This course provides an opportunity to explore topics of current interest. Emphasis is placed on the development of critical listening skills and the presentation of seminar issues. Upon completion, student should be able to analyze issues and establish informed opinions.

SEM-297: Seminar in ____________

This course provides an opportunity to explore topics of current interest. Emphasis is placed on the development of critical listening skills and the presentation of seminar issues. Upon completion, students should be able to critically analyze issues and establish informed opinions.

SEM-298: Seminar in __________

This course provides an opportunity to explore topics of current interest. Emphasis is placed on the development of critical listening skills and the presentation of seminar issues. Upon completion, students should be able to critically analyze issues and establish informed opinions.

SGD-111: Introduction to Simulation and Game Development

This course provides students with an introduction to simulation and game development. Topics include setting, storytelling, narrative, character design, interface design, game play, internal economy, core mechanics, game genres, AI, the psychology of game design and professionalism. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the major aspects of simulation and game design and development.

SGD-112: SGD Design I

This course introduces the fundamentals of simulation and game design. Topics include industry standards and design elements for simulation and games. Upon completion, students should be able to design simple simulations and/or games.

SGD-113: SGD Programming I

This course introduces the fundamentals of programming languages and tools employed in simulation and game development. Emphasis is placed on programming concepts used to create simulations and games. Upon completion, students should be able to program simple games and/or simulations.

SGD-114: SGD 3D Modeling I

This course introduces the tools required to create three-dimensional (3D) models. Emphasis is placed on exploring tools used to create 3D models. Upon completion, students should be able to create and animate 3D models using 3D modeling tools.

SGD-116: SGD Graphic Design Tools

This course introduces students to computer-based graphic design tools and their use within the context of simulation and game design. Topics include texture creation, map creation, and introduction to advanced level graphic design techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to competently use and explain industry-standard graphic design software.

SGD-117: Art for Games

This course introduces students to the basic principles of art and how they apply to simulations and games. Emphasis is placed on learning to develop industry quality concept art for characters and other assets, as well as techniques needed to create such art. Upon completion, students should be able to create their own industry standard concept art for use in SGD projects.

SGD-134: SGD Quality Assurance

This course provides an introduction to software quality assurance as it relates to simulation and game development. Emphasis is placed on designing testing tools, bug databases, and on learning methodologies required for systematic, detail-oriented testing procedures for the simulation and game industry. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the proper skills to obtain a job as a quality assurance tester in the simulation/game industry.

SGD-135: Serious Games

This course provides students with an overview of serious games and their applications in immersive learning and education. Emphasis is placed on developing games for education, corporate training, and medical/military simulations. Upon completion, students should be able to design their own serious games.