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ACC
111 Principles of Accounting I
Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered: Summer'02 - Fall '02
3 credits
Introduces financial accounting with emphasis on the collection, classification,
summarization, and reporting of financial information about a specific
business. The use of journals, ledgers, working papers, and financial
statements is illustrated. Prerequisite: students must pass the arithmetic
portion of the MPE to take ACC 111 or take BUS 170 before or concurrently
with ACC 111. Instructor: L. O'Goley; Email: logoley@hcc.mass.edu
ACC
112 Principles of Accounting II Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered: Summer'02 - Spring '03
4 credits
The development of accounting principles with application to partnerships,
corporations, and manufacturing businesses. The use of accounting as a
basis for managerial decisions is emphasized. Prerequisite: ACC 111. Instructor:
L. O'Goley; Email: logoley@hcc.mass.edu
BIO
103 Biology Today I Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered: Summer'02 - Fall '02 - Spring '03
4 credits
An introduction to the science of life, emphasizing unifying concepts.
Topics include methods of biological experimentation, evolution, ecology,
the chemistry of life, cell structure and function, cellular metabolism,
and genetics. The course focuses on current issues such as biotechnology,
genetic engineering, pollution, the loss of biodiversity, and human health
concerns. Laboratories supplement lectures by allowing these students
to explore the processes of science, emphasizing inquiry-based, student-implemented
investigations. Familiarity with biological principles and their applications
is intended to provide the students with knowledge critical to evaluation
of the important scientific advances in today's world. 3 class hour and
3 laboratory hours. The 3 class hours will be conducted online, and the
3 hour laboratory segments will meet on campus. Instructor: L. Peters,
Email: lpeters@hcc.mass.edu
BIO
111 Human Biology Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered: Fall '02
4 credits
3 class hours and 3 laboratory hours. The 3 class hours will be conducted
online, and the laboratory segments will meet on campus. Instructor:
L. Peters, Email: lpeters@hcc.mass.edu
BUS
115 Computer Applications Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered: Summer'02 - Fall '02 - Spring '03
3 Credits
An introductory, hands-on course designed to provide an overview of microcomputer
hardware and software currently available and to provide hands on exposure
to internet, email, operating system, word processing, spreadsheets, database,
and graphic applications. Students may not earn credit for both CSI 111
and BUS 115. Instructor: J. Lavelle, Email: jlavelle@hcc.mass.edu
BUS
211 Business Law I Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered:
Summer'02 - Fall '02 - Spring '03
3 Credits
A study of the sources of law, the Massachusetts and Federal Court systems,
steps in civil litigation, and the general principles of contract law.
Instructor: K. O'Connor, Email: koconnor@hcc.mass.edu
CRJ
103 Introduction to Corrections Section
56
Internet
- WebCT
Offered:
Summer '02 - Fall '02 - Spring '03
3
Credits
Introduction
to the modern correctional services of local, state, and federal institutions;
the present philosophy, theory, and practice of the correctional process
as it applies to convicted law violators of all age groups. Instructor:
D. Burt, Email: daburt@hcc.mass.edu
CSI
111 Computer Concepts with Applications Section
56
Internet
- WebCT
Offered:
Summer '02 - Fall '02 - Spring '03
3 Credits
Understand the fundamentals of computer nomenclature,
particularly with respect to personal computer hardware and software and
the World Wide Web; make use of the World Wide Web as a repository of
the latest information and an integrated learning tool; develop an in-depth
understanding of why computers are essential components in the business
world and society in general; focus on the computer as a valuable productivity
tool; recognize the personal computer's position as the backbone of the
computer industry and emphasize its use as a stand-alone and networked
device; present strategies for purchasing, installing, and maintaining
a personal computer system; and, assist students in planning a career
as a knowledge-worker in the information age. This course will enable
students in any major to become computer literate. Note: Students may
not receive credit for both CSI 111 and BUS 115 Instructor:
J. Lavoie, Email: jlavoie@hcc.mass.edu
CSI 115
Problem Solving with Visual BASIC Section
56
Internet
- WebCT
Offered:
Fall '02
4 Credits
Introductory
problem solving using the computer with the language BASIC. Introduces
important aspects of the programming and problem solving processes, including
problem specification and organization, algorithms, coding, debugging,
testing and documentation, and techniques of structured programming. Prerequisite/Corequisite:
CSI 105.Instructor: C. Storozuk, Email: cstorozuk@hcc.mass.edu
CSI 120
Business Data Communication Section
56
Internet
- WebCT
Offered:
Summer'02
3 Credits
Instructor:
C. Storozuk, Email: cstorozuk@hcc.mass.edu
CSI 244
Advanced Topics in Microcomputing Section
56
Internet
- WebCT
Offered:
Fall '02
3 Credits
A
hands-on course designed to provide the experienced microcomputer user
with the technical knowledge necessary to interact with a microcomputer
at the system and advanced application level. It will focus on hard disk
management, interaction with a Graphical User Interface (GUI), concepts
of networked computer systems, computing environment concerns, and creating
applications and programming across multiple platforms. Prerequisites:
Introductory computer course (CSI 111, BUS 115, or BUS 215). Instructor:
C. Storozuk, Email: cstorozuk@hcc.mass.edu
CSI 252
Introduction to Web Site Development Section
56
Internet
- WebCT
Offered:
Summer'02 - Fall '02
3 Credits
Thiscourse
provides the student with a conceptual methodology, beginning with the
questions that should be asked before a content is designed and implemented
on the web and continuing through the stages of web site development from
preparations and design implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement
of the site. HTML will be utilized to learn the basics of web site development;
in addition, current web page generators and animators for web page design
will be employed. This course will examine a running case study that illustrates
the types of decisions and issues a real company faces throughout the
web site developmental process. Student may not receive credit for more
than one of these courses: CSI 231, 260, and 252
Instructor: M. Mesick, Email:mmesick@hcc.mass.edu
ECN
101 Principles of Economics I Section 56
Internet
- WebCT
Offered:
Summer'02 - Fall '02 - Spring '03
3 credits
A brief introduction to basic principles and processes of economics, particularly
as applied to American capitalism. Covers the field of macroeconomics,
including such topics as national income analysis, money and banking,
and fiscal and monetary policy. Focus is placed on understanding current
economic debate. Instructor: M. Idrees, Email: midrees@hcc.mass.edu
ECN
102 Principles of Economics II Section 56
Internet
- WebCT
Offered:
Fall '02 - Spring '03
3 credits
An introduction to microeconomics, concerned with how the economic system
of American capitalism determines what products and services are produced,
how they are produced, and the way in which their benefits are distributed.
Included are a detailed analysis of the tools of supply and demand, the
operation of industries with different characteristics, and the determination
of wages. Focus is placed on understanding public policy designed to affect
the operation of the market system. Prerequisite: ECN 101 or equivalent.
Instructor:
Instructor: M. Idrees, Email: midrees@hcc.mass.edu
ENG
101 56 Language and Literature I Section
56
Internet
- WebCT
3 credits
Covers the ability to communicate with others, to think critically, and
to comprehend literary works. Emphasis is on reading and analyzing fiction,
poetry, and drama. Frequent short essays are assigned, amounting to a
total of approximately three thousand words each semester. Prerequisite:
Passing scores on English placement test or ENG 097 and ENG 098.
ENG
102 Language and Literature II Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered:
Fall '02
3 credits
Covers the ability to communicate with others, to think critically, and
to comprehend literary works. In the second semester, emphasis is on reading
and analyzing fiction, poetry, and drama. Frequent short essays are assigned,
amounting to a total of approximately three thousand words each semester.
Prerequisite: ENG 101. Instructor: A. Smith, Email: asmith@hcc.mass.edu
ENG
217 Creative Writing Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered:
Summer '02
3 credits
Designed for transfer students planning to major in liberal arts as well
as for others interested in developing writing skills in such nonfiction
areas as literary criticism, the personal essay, and persuasive argument.
Course work will emphasize student writing. Prerequisite: ENG 102 Instructor:
A. Smith, Email: asmith@hcc.mass.edu
ENG
218 Advanced Writing: Family Stories Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered:
Fall '02
3 credits
Designed for transfer students planning to major in liberal arts as well
as for others interested in developing writing skills in such nonfiction
areas as literary criticism, the personal essay, and persuasive argument.
Course work will emphasize student writing. Prerequisite: ENG 102 Instructor:
A. Smith, Email: asmith@hcc.mass.edu
ENG
223 Advanced Writing: Writing in the Professions Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered:
3 credits
Focuses on developing the specific, clear and lucid prose required in
a professional writing environment. Students will attend to various types
of writing that reflect the communication demanded of business, science,
and other professional careers. Students will employ computer and multimedia
technologies to prepare many of the assignments in the course. The semester
will culminate in a major report that studies a particular problem that
student groups or individuals have researched within their own disciplines.
Prerequisite: ENG 102. Instructor: A. Smith, Email: asmith@hcc.mass.edu
ENG
224 Children's Literature Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered:
Summer'02 - Fall '02 - Spring '03
3 credits
Acquaints students with the finest in children's literature (ages three
through thirteen) for their own pleasure and for cultivation of their
own standards in selecting children's literature for use with children
at home and in school. The enduring masterpieces of children's literature
as well as current works are read. Prerequisite: ENG 102. Instructor:
R. Stoddard, Email: rstoddard@hcc.mass.edu
ENV
120 Principles of Environmental Science Section
56
Internet
- WebCT
Offered:
Summer'02 - Fall '02
4
Credits
A
study of the scientific principles and processes underlying the interrelationships
between humans and the environment. Concepts used to evaluate problems
and options available in dealing with population growth, wise use of natural
resources, and environmental degradation and pollution are considered
in this course. Major topics include the evolution of human-environment
relationships; principles of matter and energy; structure, function, and
dynamics of ecosystems; and water, food, agriculture, land wildlife and
plant resources. Laboratory exercises include field experiences and computer
simulations. The lecture segment of the course is online. 3 class hour
and 3 laboratory hours. The 3 class hours will be conducted online, and
the laboratory segments will meet on campus. Instructor: G. Beluzo, Email:
gbeluzo@hcc.mass.edu
ENV 140
Principles of Environmental Science Section
56
Internet
- WebCT
Offered:
Spring '02 - Spring '03
4 Credits
This
course focuses on the biological, chemical, and physical aspects of environmental
pollution and considers the relationships between environment and society.
Major topics include mineral and energy resources; pesticides; environment
and human health; solid and hazardous wastes; and air, water, and land
pollution. Environmental ethics; environment and law; and the relationships
between the environment, economics and government are also covered. Laboratory
exercises include field experiences and computer simulations. The 3 class
hours will be conducted online, and the 3 hour laboratory segments
will meet on campus. Instructor: G. Beluzo, Email: gbeluzo@hcc.mass.edu
ESC
111 Introduction to Meteorology Section
56
Internet
- WebCT
Offered:
Spring
'02 - Spring '03
4 Credits
Instructor:
E. McGowan, Email: emcgowan@hcc.mass.edu
GIS 210
Quantitative Geography Section
56
Internet
- WebCT
Offered:
Fall '02
3 credits
An introduction
to selected spatial descriptive and inferential statistical measures.
Emphasis is placed upon spatial sampling, organization and analysis of
spatial data, and the use of maps for visualization of spatial quantitative
analyses. Instructor: E. McGowan, Email: emcgowan@hcc.mass.edu
HFM
111 Sanitation and Safety Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered:
Contact
Instructor
1 credit
Certified Serv-Safe Course - A study of sanitation and safety problems
encountered in the food service industry, with an emphasis on proper food
handling techniques. Instructor: F. Stegbuchner; Email:
fstegbuchner@hcc.mass.edu
HSV
113 Philosophy of Human Services Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered:
3 credits
An orientation to human services. Includes a history of human services,
an overview of the American human services systems, and an introduction
to local human service agencies. Instructor: J. Griswold; Email: jgriswold@hcc.mass.edu
HSV
208 Substance Abuse Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered:
Fall '02
3 credits
Instructor: J. Griswold; Email: jgriswold@hcc.mass.edu
IRL201
Great Blasket Island Literature
Internet - WebCT
Offered:
Fall '02
3 credits
Instructor: F. Faulkner; Email: pronsias@ireland.com
IRL210
Irish Diaspora
Internet - WebCT
Offered:
Fall '02
3 credits
Instructor: F. Faulkner; Email: pronsias@ireland.com
MGT
230 Principles of Management Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered:
Summer '02 - Fall '02
3 credits
Each of the managerial functions - planning, organizing, directing, and
controllin - is discussed from the standpoint of how all four inter-relate
to become the management process. Managerial skills necessary to accomplish
these functions are also described, including human relations, decision
making, and communication. Instructor: H. Robert; Email: hrobert@hcc.mass.edu
MKT
227 Customer Service & Sales Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered:
Summer '02 - Fall '02
3 credits
Demonstrates the strong link between quality service and profitable sales
as a means to increase market share. Emphasis is on developing effective
sales techniques, communication skills, product knowledge, and consumer
behavior. Instructor: J. Nicholson; Email: Rjnich2@aol.com
MKT
240 Principles of Marketing Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered:
Fall '02
3 credits
Instructor: K. Ricker-Choleva; Email: kcholeva@hcc.mass.edu
MTH
155 Topics in Mathematics Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered: Summer'02 - Fall '02 - Spring '03
3 credits
An exploratory course in mathematics for the Liberal Arts student. Topics
may include mathematical logic, algebra of sets, Boolean algebra, permutations
and combinations, probability, statistics, transfinite and finite numbers,
bases other than 10, group theory, history of mathematics, puzzles and
paradoxes, the mathematics of finance, or others chosen by the instructor.
Instructor: B. Estes; Email: bart625@yahoo.com
MUS
106 Introduction to World Music Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered: Fall '02 - Spring '03
3 credits
An introductory appreciation course, open to all students. Explores music
outside the Western European tradition, including music of Polynesia,
Native North America, Latin America, Africa and Black America, Eastern
Europe, the Mideast, Indonesia, India, and Japan. Specific topics chosen
from these areas will be studied. . Instructor: J. Polvino; Email: jpolvino@hcc.mass.edu
POL
110 American Government Section
56
Internet
- WebCT
Offered:
Summer'02 - Fall '02
3 credits
An introduction
to the structure, functions, and politics of the United States national
(federal) government within its historical, constitutional, social, and
theoretical context. Instructor: C. Cavell, Email: ccavell@hcc.mass.edu
PSY
110 Introduction to Psychology Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered:
Summer'02 - Fall '02 - Spring '03
3 credits
Introduction to the study and principles of behavior. Topics include general
principles of scientific investigation; physiological bases of behavior
including sensation, perception, learning, emotion, and motivation; development;
individual differences; attitudes; and group dynamics. Prerequisites:
Passing scores on the English placement examinations or satisfactory completion
of ENG 097 and ENG 098. Instructor: S. Civjan; Email: scivjan@hcc.mass.edu
PSY
204 Psychology of Love Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered: Summer'02 - Fall '02
3 credits
Explores in detail the phenomenon labeled "Love." Develops an understanding
of how love motivates actions in sexuality, work, relationships, human
development, and health. Introduces the literature and research in this
field. Learning through self-discovery and personal insight is emphasized.
Prerequisite: PSY 110 Instructor: E. Brown; Email: ode2leo@hotmail.com
PSY
216 Human Development Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered: Summer'02 - Fall '02
3 credits
A study of human development with emphasis on the broad physical, maturational,
and behavioral changes occurring throughout the life span and the factors
and conditions that influence these changes. Prerequisite: PSY 110. Instructor:
J Griswold; Email: jgriswold@hcc.mass.edu
PSY
217 Abnormal Psychology Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered: Summer'02 - Fall '02
3 credits
Abnormal behavior, including major categories of deviant behavior. Emphasis
is on various contemporary approaches to their understanding and treatment.
Prerequisite: PSY 110. Instructor: J Griswold; Email: jgriswold@hcc.mass.edu
SOC
110 Introduction to Sociology Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered: Summer'02 - Fall '02 - Spring '03
3 credits
A scientific examination of human social phenomena. Major topics include
interaction, statuses and roles, groups, social institutions, culture,
socialization, social control, conforming and deviant behavior, collective
behavior, social inequality, demography, social change, urbanism, industrialism
and globalization. Instructor: L. Zayac; Email: lynnzayac@hotmail.com
SOC
208 Substance Abuse Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered: Fall '02
3 credits
Instructor: J. Griswold; Email: jgriswold@hcc.mass.edu
TCH
120 Building Materials Technology Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered: Fall '02
3 credits
An introduction to the primary building materials used in light frame
construction. The course will identify specific building materials and
discuss their applications in the construction industry as well as how
they are produced and distributed by the building materials supply industry.
The course will focus on conventional materials like lumber, panel products,
roofing materials, gypsum wallboard and concrete. Considerable time will
be devoted to new materials and emerging products in the building industry
such as engineering wood I-joints, insulation systems, and composite materials.
. Instructor: W. Evasick; Email: info@bme-online.net
TCH
122 Blueprint Reading, Estimating and Design Section 56
Internet - WebCT
Offered: Fall '02 - Spring '02
3 credits
Instructor: W. Evasick; Email: info@bme-online.net
