School of Science and Engineering

BIO 1114 - Principles of Biology I
A combined lecture and laboratory course for non-science majors that provides an introduction to the basic principles of modern biology and their relevance to modern life. Emphasis is placed on the nature and history of scientific thought, basic biological chemistry, cell biology, and genetics. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Four semester hours credit.

BIO 1124- Principles of Biology II
A combined lecture and laboratory course for non-science majors that emphasizes the survey of the diversity of life, ecology, evolution, and an overview of organ systems. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Four semester hours credit.

BIO 1134 – General Biology I
Prerequisite: ACT science subscore of 18 or higher. A combined lecture and laboratory course for science majors that covers the major themes of biology, the scientific method, chemistry relevant to biological systems, cell processes including photosynthesis and cellular respiration, cell division, genetics, and molecular genetics. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Four semester hours credit

BIO 1144 – General Biology II
Prerequisite: ACT science subscore of 18 or higher. A combined lecture and laboratory course for science majors that reinforces themes and concepts introduced in BIO 1134 General Biology I, while emphasizing the diversity of life. Topics covered include evolution, classification, ecology, detailed consideration of major groups of organisms, viruses, and the study of animals and plants including their anatomy and physiology. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Four semester hours credit.

BIO 1214 - Environmental Science
A combined lecture and laboratory course covering the relevance of ecological principles to environmental problems and the relationship of humans to their environment with emphasis on preservation of environmental quality. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Four semester hours credit.

BIO 1314 – Botany
A combined lecture and laboratory course covering the representative groups of the plant kingdom, their anatomy, physiology, taxonomy, and economic importance. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Four semester hours credit.

BIO 2434 – General Zoology
A combined lecture and laboratory course that phylogeny and classification systems and studies of the invertebrate and vertebrate taxa. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Four semester hours credit.

BIO 2514 – Anatomy and Physiology I
Prerequisite: Minimum ACT score of 21 on the Science component, or BIO 1134, 1144, or CHE 1214, or admission to a health-related program at JC, or permission of instructor. A combined lecture and laboratory course that covers the anatomical and physiological study of the human body as an integrated whole. The course includes detailed studies of: biological principles; tissues; and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Four semester hours credit.

BIO 2524 – Anatomy and Physiology II
Prerequisite: BIO 2514. A combined lecture and laboratory course that includes detailed studies of the anatomy and physiology of human special senses, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic and immune, respiratory, digestive, and urinary systems, as well as reproduction and development. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Four semester hours credit.

BIO 2924 – Microbiology
Prerequisite: BIO 1134, 1144 or 2514. A combined lecture and laboratory course providing a comprehensive study of microbial agents to include taxonomy, metabolism, physiology and genetics, concepts of pathogenesis and immunity. Labs in this course provide experiments that reinforce principles introduced in the lecture to include fundamental laboratory techniques in lab safety, microscopy, culturing and identification of microbes, and effectiveness of antimicrobial agents. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Four semester hours credit.

DDT 1163 – Engineering Graphics
This course provides an introduction to fundamentals and principles of drafting to provide the basic background needed for all other drafting courses. One hour lecture and four hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

DDT 1173 – Mechanical Design I
Students will utilize techniques of modeling to create machine specific drawings. The course emphasizes methods, techniques, and procedures (in presenting screws, bolts, rivets, springs, thread types symbols for welding, materials, finish and heat treatment notation, working order preparation, routing, and other industry procedures) used in mechanical design. One hour lecture and four hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

DDT 1183 Technical Math
This course focuses on the study of computational skills required for the development of accurate design and drafting methods. Three hours lecture. Three semester credit hours.

DDT 1183 Technical Math
This course focuses on the study of computational skills required for the development of accurate design and drafting methods. Three hours lecture. Three semester credit hours.

DDT 1213 – Construction Standards and Materials
This course introduces the standards and materials used in the construction process. Three hours lecture. Three semester credit hours.

DDT 1313 – Computer Aided Design I
This course is designed to develop basic operating system and drafting skills on CAD. Two hours lecture and two hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

DDT 1323 – Computer Aided Design II
A continuation of DDT 1313. Subject areas include dimensioning, sectional views, and symbols. Two hours lecture and two hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

DDT 1613 – Architectural Design I
This course is a study and development of architectural design principles for a residential and/or commercial structure utilizing a 2D or 3D application. One hour lecture and four hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

DDT 2153 – Civil Planning and Design
This course deals with the development of civil planning and design processes. One hour lecture and four hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

DDT 2183 – Mechanical Design II
A continuation of Mechanical Design I with emphasis on advanced techniques and knowledge employed in the planning of mechanical objects; includes instruction in the use of tolerances and dimensioning techniques. Two hours lecture and two hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

DDT 2213 – Structural Detailing I
Structural section, terms, and conventional abbreviations and symbols used by structural fabricators and erectors are studied. Knowledge is gained in the use of the A. I. S. C. . Handbook. Problems are studied that involve structural drawings of beams, columns, connections, trusses, bracing, (steel, concrete, and wood). Students will utilize 2D or 3D software. One hour lecture and four hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

DDT 2243 – Cost Estimating
Preparation of material and labor quantity surveys from working drawings and specifications. Three hours lecture. Three semester credit hours.

DDT 2363 – Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Drafting
A course designed to give the drafting major basic knowledge of numerical control machines and CNC software. Two hours lecture and two hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

DDT 2373 – 3D Modeling
This course will emphasize the user coordinate system and 3D Modeling. Two hours lecture and two hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

DDT 2383 – Fundamentals of CAD/CAM
This course is designed to provide the students with the fundamental knowledge and skills of computer aided design manufacturing using CAD/CAM software packages as they relate to machine tool technology. Two hours lecture and two hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

DDT 2623 – Architectural Design II
Emphasizes standard procedures and working drawings. Details involving architectural, mechanical, electrical, and structural drawings are covered, along with presentation of drawings and computer-aided design assignments. One hour lecture and four hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

DDT 2813 – Inventor 3D Model and Animation
This course will provide instruction on the 3D applications of inventor software. It emphasizes the development of 3D parametric models and the ability to generate 2D drawings, details and renderings from the model. This course will also provide the utilization of assembly drawings and animation of working parts. Two hours lecture and two hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

DDT 2823 – Revit Architecture
This course provides instruction on the 3D applications of Revit Architecture software. It emphasizes the development of 3D parametric models and the ability to generate 2D drawings, details and renderings from the model. This course will also provide the animation walk thru of the 3D building. Two hours lecture and two hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

CHE 1214 – General Chemistry I
A combined lecture and laboratory course that covers the fundamental principles of chemistry and their application. Chemical nomenclature, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, atomic structure, bonding theories, energy, periodic properties, and gas laws are among the topics discussed in depth. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Four semester hours credit.

CHE 1224 – General Chemistry II
Prerequisite: CHE 1214. A combined lecture and laboratory course that covers solutions, kinetics, equilibria, thermodynamics, acid-base chemistry, and electrochemistry. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Four semester hours credit.

CHE 2424 – Organic Chemistry I
Prerequisite: CHE 1224. A combined lecture and laboratory course that covers carbon chemistry, bonding structure and behavior, aliphatic compounds, stereochemistry, reaction mechanisms, and an introduction to spectroscopic methods. Labs associated with this course provide students with techniques to characterize, identify, purify, and synthesize organic compounds. Three hours lecture and three hours lab. Four semester hours credit.

CHE 2434 – Organic Chemistry II
Prerequisite: CHE 2424. A combined lecture and laboratory course that covers spectroscopy, aromatic compounds, carbonyl compounds, and other complex compounds with emphasis on reactions and their mechanisms. Labs associated with this course use organic techniques to characterize, identify, purify, and/or synthesize organic compounds, including aromatics and complex compounds. Three hours lecture and three hours lab. Four semester hours credit.

CIT 1113 – Route Surveying
This course teaches highway route design and factors in route location. The calculation and layout of simple horizontal and vertical curves, grades, and related earthwork are covered. Modern surveying, measuring, and mapping instruments, including electronic total stations with data collectors are used. One hour lecture and four hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

CIT 1133 - Introduction to Craft Skills
This module explains the role of safety in the construction crafts. Trainees will learn how to identify and follow safe work practices and procedures as well as how to properly inspect and use safety equipment. Trainees will be able to describe safe work procedures for lifting heavy objects, fighting fires, and working around electrical hazards. Two hours lecture and two hours lab. Three semester credit hours

CIT 1213 – Civil Construction Methods and Materials
A study of equipment, construction methods, and materials used in the construction of roadways and drainage structures. Three hours lecture. Three semester credit hours.

CIT 1223 – Construction Plans and Specifications
A course to provide students with an introduction to the plans and specifications for the construction of streets and highways. Includes instruction in the interpretation of plans and specifications, the bidding process, and estimation of material and labor cost. Three hours lecture. Three semester credit hours.

CIT 1413 – Elementary Surveying
A basic course dealing with the principles of geometry, theory, and use of instruments, mathematical calculations, and the control and reduction of errors. One hour lecture and four hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

CIT 2113 – Legal Principles of Surveying
A study of the legal aspects of boundary controls for the survey and resurvey of real property. Two hours lecture and two hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

CIT 2123 – Advanced Surveying Practices
A course designed to provide the student with practical applications of skills and knowledge gained in other surveying and related courses. One hour lecture and four hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

CIT 2423 – Mapping and Topography
Selected drafting techniques are applied to the problem of making maps, traverses, plot plans, plan drawings, and profile drawings using maps, field survey data, aerial photographs, and 35 related references and materials including symbols, notations, and other applicable standardized materials. One hour lecture and four hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

CIT 2433 – Land Surveying
This course teaches aspects of boundary controls, principles for land surveying, methods of land boundary location, and land description in accordance with original surveys and resurveys. One hour lecture and four hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

CIT 2443 – GPS Surveying
This course teaches principles of surveying utilizing artificial earth orbit satellites. One hour lecture and four hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

CIT 2513 – Hydraulic Design
A study of the hydrological principles in the distribution and movement of water on and under the earth’s surface and in water distribution systems. Two hours lecture and two hours lab. Three semester credit hours.

EGR 2413 – Engineering Mechanics I: Statics
Prerequisite: MAT 1613. A lecture course covering the equilibrium of point objects and extended objects in two and three dimensions using vector algebra. Also discussed are distributed forces, structures, friction, and moments of inertia in two and three dimensions. Three hours lecture. Three semester hours credit.

GLY 1114 – Physical Geology
A combined lecture and laboratory course that is designed to help students to more thoroughly understand the physical environment and forces that shape our Earth and affect our lives. It primarily covers the relationships of Earth processes and the resultant rocks, minerals, physical features, and natural resources on the Earth’s surface and in its subsurface. Labs associated with this course include the study of common rocks, minerals, topographic maps and geologic maps. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Four semester hours credit.  

GLY 1124 – Historical Geology
A combined lecture and laboratory course that covers the study of the earth, its history and development and its life, as revealed by the character and fossil content of rock. Labs associated with this course include the study of fossils and geologic maps.

PHY 2244 – Physical Science I
A combined lecture and laboratory course that includes studies of measurements and units, electricity, mechanics, heat, sound, light, and astronomy. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Four semester hours credit.

PHY 2254 – Physical Science II
A combined lecture and laboratory course that includes studies of chemistry, geology and meteorology. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Four semester hours credit.

PHY 2414 – General Physics I
Prerequisite: MAT 1323. A trigonometry-based combined lecture and laboratory course covering mechanics and conservation laws, primarily for pre-professional majors. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Four semester hours credit.

PHY 2424 – General Physics II
Prerequisite: PHY 2414. A trigonometry-based combined lecture and laboratory course covering electricity, magnetism, and optics, primarily for pre-professional majors. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Four semester hours credit.

PHY 2515 – General Physics IA
Prerequisite: MAT 1613. A calculus-based combined lecture and laboratory course covering mechanics and conservation laws, primarily for students of engineering, science, or mathematics. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Four hours lecture and two hours lab. Five semester hours credit.

PHY 2525 – General Physics IIA
Prerequisite: PHY 2515. A calculus-based combined lecture and laboratory course covering electricity, magnetism, and optics, primarily for students of engineering, science or mathematics. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Four hours lecture and two hours lab. Five semester hours credit.