Jun 17, 2024  
2011-12 Vincennes University Catalog 
    
2011-12 Vincennes University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


COURSE NUMBERING SYSTEM

The course numbering system is alpha-numeric, consisting of four letters and three numbers. The letters indicate the subject area of the course. Developmental courses have a zero as the initial digit. Freshman level courses carry numbers between 100 and 199. Sophomore courses are numbered 200 to 299. Junior and senior level courses carry numbers between 300 and 499.

Reading, Writing and Speaking Intensive courses are indicated in the course description section of this catalog using R, W and S superscripts respectfully.

Listing for Special Instruction Courses. Vincennes University offers instruction tailored to the needs of special populations. The instruction is individualized to the particular needs of the business or industry, with emphasis that the content be college level. The following courses are established to permit flexibility within established credit hour designations.

 

Special Instruction Courses

  
  • ____ 187 - Special Instruction: (Course Title Description)


    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This is a specially designed course to meet the needs and demands of business, industry, agencies, organizations and governmental entities. Course content is designed under the approval of Vincennes University faculty to fulfill the necessary requirements for credit. Students may enroll in multiple sections of this course with the same prefix code. Course content will pertain to the topic or topics covered in this special instruction course. The course can include lab requirements that meet the standards and guidelines for credit.

  
  • ____ 188 - Special Instruction: (Course Title Description)


    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This is a specially designed course to meet the needs and demands of business, industry, agencies, organizations and governmental entities. Course content is designed under the approval of Vincennes University faculty to fulfill the necessary requirements for credit. Students may enroll in multiple sections of this course with the same prefix code. Course content will pertain to the topic or topics covered in this special instruction course. The course can include lab requirements that meet the standards and guidelines for credit.

  
  • ____ 189 - Special Instruction: (Course Title Description)


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This is a specially designed course to meet the needs and demands of business, industry, agencies, organizations and governmental entities. Course content is designed under the approval of Vincennes University faculty to fulfill the necessary requirements for credit. Students may enroll in multiple sections of this course with the same prefix code. Course content will pertain to the topic or topics covered in this special instruction course. The course can include lab requirements that meet the standards and guidelines for credit.

  
  • ____ 297 - Special Project


    1 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): Student must submit a written proposal describing the project he or she wishes to pursue. Permission of the division dean and instructor coordinating the project is required before the project is started. The student, under the guidance of a faculty member, then undertakes investigation, study, and research in an advanced concept or problem concerning his/her major field of study.

  
  • ____ 298 - Special Project


    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): Student must submit a written proposal describing the project he or she wishes to pursue. Permission of the division dean and instructor coordinating the project is required before the project is started. The student, under the guidance of a faculty member, then undertakes investigation, study, and research in an advanced concept or problem concerning his/her major field of study. Open to students with 45 semester hours or more. Only one project is allowed per major. This course cannot be used to replace a required course in a given curriculum.

  
  • ____ 299 - Special Project


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): Student must submit a written proposal describing the project he or she wishes to pursue. Permission of the division dean and instructor coordinating the project is required before the project is started. The student, under the guidance of a faculty member, then undertakes investigation, study, and research in an advanced concept or problem concerning his/her major field of study. Open to students with 45 semester hours or more. Only one project is allowed per major. This course cannot be used to replace a required course in a given curriculum.


Apprenticeship Construction Trades

  
  • ABCC 100 - Safety for the Construction Trades


    1 hr (Sem I)
    This course is designed specifically as a core curriculum course for all Associated Builders and Contractors Association Apprenticeship Students. Emphasis is placed on safety practices and applications as related to the trades. Occupation Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Safety and Health Standards are introduced. 1 lecture hour.

  
  • ABCC 110 - Basics for the Construction Trades


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    This course is designed specifically as a core curriculum course for Associated Builders and Contractors Association Apprenticeship Students. This course introduces the student to terminology and applications associated with hand tools, power tools, blueprint reading, and rigging. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • ABCC 120 - On The Job Training I


    2 hrs (Sem I)
    This course is designed specifically for Associated Builders and Contractors Association Apprenticeship Students in the specialty areas of Electrical, Carpentry, HVAC, Plumbing, Pipefitter and Sheet Metal. These students must be participating in their first half of the first year of OJT. Students will apply classroom lecture and laboratory theory and applications to on-the-job practices. Students will keep a log record of competencies demonstrated on the job. A minimum of 1000 hours on the job is required to complete this course.

  
  • ABCC 121 - On The Job Training II


    2 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ABCC 120 . This course is designed specifically for Associated Builders and Contractors Association Apprenticeship Students who are participating in the second half of their first year of OJT. Students will apply classroom lecture and laboratory theory and applications to on-the-job practices. Students will keep a log record of competencies demonstrated on the job. A minimum of 1000 hours on the job is required to complete this course.

  
  • ABCC 122 - On The Job Training III


    2 hrs (Sem I)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ABCC 121 . This course is designed specifically for Associated Builders and Contractors Association Apprenticeship Students who are participating in the first half of their second year of OJT. Students will apply classroom lecture and laboratory theory and applications to on-the-job practices. Students will keep a log record of competencies demonstrated on the job. A minimum of 1000 hours on the job is required to complete this course.

  
  • ABCC 123 - On The Job Training IV


    2 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ABCC 122 . This course is designed specifically for Associated Builders and Contractors Association Apprenticeship Students who are participating in the second half of their second year of OJT. Students will apply classroom lecture and laboratory theory and applications to on-the-job practices. Students will keep a log record of competencies demonstrated on the job. A minimum of 1000 hours on the job is required to complete this course.

  
  • ABCC 124 - On The Job Training V


    2 hrs (Sem I)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ABCC 123 . This course is designed specifically for Associated Builders and Contractors Association Apprenticeship Students who are participating in the first half of their third year of OJT. Students will apply classroom lecture and laboratory theory and applications to on-the-job practices. Students will keep a log record of competencies demonstrated on the job. A minimum of 1000 hours on the job is required to complete this course.

  
  • ABCC 125 - On The Job Training VI


    2 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ABCC 124 . This course is designed specifically for Associated Builders and Contractors Association Apprenticeship Students who are participating in the second half of their third year of OJT. Students will apply classroom lecture and laboratory theory and applications to on-the-job practices. Students will keep a log record of competencies demonstrated on the job. A minimum of 1000 hours on the job is required to complete this course.

  
  • ABCC 126 - On The Job Training VII


    2 hrs (Sem I)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ABCC 125 . This course is designed specifically for Associated Builders and Contractors Association Apprenticeship Students who are participating in the first half of their fourth year of OJT. Students will apply classroom lecture and laboratory theory and applications to on-the-job practices. Students will keep a log record of competencies demonstrated on the job. A minimum of 1000 hours on the job is required to complete this course.

  
  • ABCC 127 - On The Job Training VIII


    2 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ABCC 126 . This course is designed specifically for Associated Builders and Contractors Association Apprenticeship Students who are participating in the second half of their fourth year of OJT. Students will apply classroom lecture and laboratory theory and applications to on-the-job practices. Students will keep a log record of competencies demonstrated on the job. A minimum of 1000 hours on the job is required to complete this course.


Accounting

  
  • ACCT 100 - Basic College Accounting


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    A course in the fundamentals of accounting practices. Emphasis is on journalizing, posting, preparing financial statements, reconciling bank statements, and understanding elements of payroll. The course is specifically designed for students with little or no previous accounting or bookkeeping experience and who are enrolled in an occupational program requiring only one accounting course. This course may not be substituted for ACCT 201 . 3 lecture hours.

  
  • ACCT 140 - Introduction to General Ledger


    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This course focuses on the basics of accounting transactions for a business. Topics covered will be journalizing and posting business transactions, internal controls, and financial statements.  This course is intended for Accounting majors.  1 lecture hour.

  
  • ACCT 141 - Introduction to Accounts Payable/Inventory


    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ACCT 140 . This course focuses on how to set up and administer an Accounts Payable and inventory system for a business. Topics covered will include filing, the purchases cycle, documentation, schedules, discounts, journalizing and posting as well as inventory costing, physical count, consignment, internal controls, and reports for management.  This course is intended for Accounting majors or persons working in the field of Accounts Payable/Inventory. 1 lecture hour.

  
  • ACCT 142 - Introduction to Accounts Receivable


    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ACCT 140 . This course focuses on how to set up and administer an Accounts Receivable system for a business. Topics covered will include sales cycle, invoicing, collections, aging schedules, reports, discounts, internal control procedures, journalizing and posting.  This course is intended for Accounting majors or persons working in the field of Accounts Receivable. 1 lecture hour.

  
  • ACCT 143 - Introduction to Payroll


    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ACCT 140 . This course focuses on payroll computations and employee reports. Topics covered will be calculating gross pay, withholdings, net pay, direct deposits, journalizing payroll transactions and preparing individual earnings records and payroll registers.  This course is intended for Accounting majors or persons working in the field of Payroll.  1 lecture hour.

  
  • ACCT 201 - Financial Accounting


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisites:Completion of all developmental course work with a grade of C or better. Recommendation is made that students take this class in their second year. Transfer students must have completed at least 30 college-level credit hours. The course is a study of the principles of financial accounting and reporting as they relate to today’s business environment. Both the procedures used and the theory/concepts upon which they are based will be studied. This course is a transferIN course. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • ACCT 202 - Managerial Accounting


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ACCT 201 . The course is a study of managerial accounting information as it is used by managers in various types of business organizations. The emphasis is on the development, interpretations, and application of managerial accounting for planning activities, controlling operations, and making decisions. This course is a transferIN course. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • ACCT 205 - Intermediate Accounting


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ACCT 202 . An in-depth study of accounting theory with emphasis on journal entries, accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory issues, depreciation schedules, and the development, understanding, and analysis of financial statements. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • ACCT 206 - Payroll Accounting


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of all developmental course work with a grade of C or better. This course will concentrate on the more advanced accounting topics of Payroll Administration. Emphasis will be placed on practical and computerized applications. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • ACCT 207 - Auditing


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 011 , or SAT Reading score of 420 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores, and a grade of C or better in ACCT 205 . This course presents the fundamental procedures of auditing. The emphasis is placed on areas involving auditor/accountant judgment. Auditing and accounting research methodology is introduced. 3 lecture hours.

    Reading and Speaking Intensive Course
  
  • ACCT 255 - Income Tax Accounting


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of all developmental course work with a grade of C or better. Involves the study of income tax procedures from the standpoint of the individual. A study is made of income, exclusions from income, deductions and credits. Emphasis is on filing of returns. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • ACCT 260 - Cost Accounting


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    Job order and process costs methods are studied with emphasis on evaluation and utilization of cost data for purpose of planning and controlling operations. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • ACCT 291 - Accounting Software Applications


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Students receive hands-on practice with popular commercial accounting software packages, such as QuickBooks and Peachtree. Emphasis is placed on general accounting applications and payroll applications. 3 class hours.

  
  • ACCT 292 - Accounting Cases and Problems


    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ACCT 140 , ACCT 141 , ACCT 142 , ACCT 143 , ACCT 201 . This course focuses on problem solving in accounting related positions. The course is designed to test students’ knowledge of accounting material and their ability to apply that knowledge in real-world scenarios. 2 lecture hours.

  
  • ACCT 295 - Individual Income Tax Preparation


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ACCT 255 . In this course, students are directly involved in the preparation of individual income taxes for clients through the IRS’s VITA Program. Students will gain hands-on experience in the planning, preparation, and filing of income taxes for qualified clients. 3 class hours.


Aviation Flight Technology

  
  • AFLT 100 - Primary Ground School


    5 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009 , ENGL 011 , and MATH 010 , or SAT Reading score of 420 and Writing score of 440 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores. Prepares students for the Federal Aviation Administration Knowledge Test. Covers navigation, meteorology, radio, communications, and Federal Aviation Regulations. 4 lecture hours/2 laboratory hours.

  
  • AFLT 102 - Solo Preparation


    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Prepares students for solo flight. Flight instruction includes the use of checklists, preflight inspection, taxiing, parking, straight and level flight, climbs, descents, turns, flight at minimum controllable airspeed, stalls, ground reference maneuvers, emergency procedures, and takeoffs and landings. (Students must hold at least a third class FAA Medical Certificate and Student Pilot Certificate prior to solo.) This course consists of 15 hours of dual flight instruction. 1 lecture/laboratory hour.

  
  • AFLT 103 - Basic Flying Techniques and Navigation


    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in AFLT 102 . Prepares students for solo and solo cross-country by teaching pilotage, dead reckoning, and radio navigation. Additional instruction is given in various takeoffs and landings, advanced stalls, and an introduction to night flying. This course consists of 30 hours of flight time including 20 hours dual instruction and 10 hours of solo flight. 2 lecture/laboratory hours.

  
  • AFLT 104 - Cross-Country Flight and Private Pilot Prep


    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in AFLT 103 . Prepares students to meet the flight experience and proficiency requirements for the Private Pilot Certificate. 15 hours of flight time including 5 hours of dual instruction and 10 hours of solo flight. 1 lecture/laboratory hour.

  
  • AFLT 105 - Primary Flight


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009 , ENGL 011 , and MATH 010 , or SAT Reading score of 420 and Writing score of 440 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores. Prepares students for the Private Pilot Certificate by teaching preflight inspection of the airplane, use of the check list, starting procedures, taxiing, parking, takeoffs and landing, turns, climbs, glides, straight and level flight, stalls, flight at a minimum controllable airspeeds, cross-country flying, short and soft field takeoffs and landings, night flying radio navigation. This course consists of 45 hours of flight time including 30 hours of dual instruction, 15 hours of supervised solo flight, and 22.5 hours ground instruction. Additional ground instruction is available at an hourly rate if needed. In addition, to the required flight time, students may complete the FAA practical flight test. 4.5 lecture/laboratory hours.

  
  • AFLT 110 - Ground Instruction on Primary Flight Maneuvers


    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009 , ENGL 011 , and MATH 010 , or SAT Reading score of 420 and Writing score of 440 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores. Consists of theory of aerodynamics, aircraft performance specification, weight and balance and Airman’s Information Manual. Explanation of theory and proper execution of ground and flight maneuvers required for primary flight. 2 lecture hours.

  
  • AFLT 160 - Powerplant Lecture


    2 hrs (Sem II)
    This course is designed to give the pilot a basic working knowledge of piston and turbine engines including their operating principles. Reciprocating engine and gas turbine engine components, construction and associated nomenclature will be covered. This course will also introduce the concepts of engine lubrication, engine ignition systems, fuel metering, turbo charging and instruments used in monitoring engine parameters. 2 lecture hours.

  
  • AFLT 176 - Instrument Flight


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Corequisite(s): A grade of C or better in AFLT 177  and AFLT 186  or a minimum of 150 total flight hours including 50 hours of solo or pilot in command cross country. FAA requirements must be met. Prepares students for the instrument airplane rating by instructing students in those operations as required in the Instrument Pilot Practical Test Standards. In addition to the required flight time, students may complete the FAA practical flight test. This course will include 26 hours of dual flight instruction and 27.5 hours ground instruction. 4.5 lecture/laboratory hours.

  
  • AFLT 177 - Instrument Simulator Training


    0 hr (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in AFLT 105 , or already possess a private pilot certificate. Corequisite(s): AFLT 176 . 14 hours of dual simulator instruction.

  
  • AFLT 181 - Commercial Ground School


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in AFLT 100  or possess a private pilot certificate. Prepares students for the Federal Aviation Administration Commercial Pilot Written Examination by in-depth study of navigation, radio communication, airplane performance, aircraft systems, and Federal Aviation Administration Regulations. 2 lecture hours/2 laboratory hours.

  
  • AFLT 185 - Commercial Flight I Simulator Training


    0 hr (Sem I, II)
    Corequisite(s): AFLT 186 . 4 hours of dual simulator instruction.

  
  • AFLT 186 - Commercial Flight I


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Corequisite(s): AFLT 176 , AFLT 177 , AFLT 185 . FAA requirements must be met. Instruction will continue in the basic maneuvers and progress to advanced maneuvers as specified in the FAA Commercial Pilot Practical Test Standards. Flight time will consist of 46 flight hours to include 21 hours of dual instruction, 25 hours solo flight, and 21 hours ground instruction. 3 lecture/laboratory hours.

  
  • AFLT 190 - Aircraft Propulsion and Operating Systems


    4 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course will provide the student with the knowledge of understanding fundamentals of modern transport category systems. The student will be able to identify common aircraft by category, class, type, and by their platform, configuration and manufacturer. The student will also understand the purpose, general operation, limitations, and the flight operational and safety implications of the major avionics subsystems. 4 lecture hours.

  
  • AFLT 210 - Instruments, Radios and Systems


    2 hrs (Sem I)
    This course is designed to provide pilots with a better understanding of aircraft instrumentation, radios, and systems. Major emphasis will be placed on more advanced aircraft systems found on complex aircraft. Topics will include aircraft hydraulic systems, aircraft electrical systems, retractable landing gear, aircraft brake systems, pressurization, constant speed propellers, prop synchrophasers, de-ice and anti-ice equipment, flight control systems, airframe construction techniques, and radar. 2 lecture hours.

  
  • AFLT 216 - Commercial Flight II


    4 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in AFLT 176  and AFLT 186 , or hold an instrument rating and have a minimum of 200 flight hours. Corequisite(s): AFLT 217 . Upon successful completion of the course, students will meet the requirements of the FAA Commercial Pilot Practical test Standards and will meet the flight experience requirements for the FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate. Flight time will consist of 64 flight hours to include 24 hours of dual instruction, 40 hours of solo flight, and 15 hours ground instruction. In addition to the required flight time, students may complete the FAA practical flight test. 3 lecture/laboratory hours.

  
  • AFLT 217 - Commercial Flight II Simulator Training


    0 hr (Sem I, II)
    Corequisite(s): AFLT 216 . 6 hours of dual simulator instruction.

  
  • AFLT 221 - Instrument Ground School


    5 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): FAA requirements must be met. Prepares students for the Federal Aviation Administration Instrument Knowledge Test. The course includes a discussion of Federal Aviation Administration Regulations, meteorology, radio navigation, instrument departure, enroute, and approach procedures. 4 lecture hours/2 laboratory hours.

  
  • AFLT 258 - Air Transportation


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course will provide a detailed study of the various areas of the air transportation industry. Topics will include historical review of aviation events, breakthroughs, legislation, economics, airline deregulation, plus the roles of the key government agencies in the air transportation industry. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • AFLT 261 - Aviation Instructor Fundamentals


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in AFLT 181  and AFLT 221 , or hold a commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating. Corequisite(s): AFLT 263 . Prepares students to successfully complete the Federal Aviation Administration’s Fundamentals of Instruction written examination. Develops students’ insight into how people learn, the characteristics of a professional flight instructor, and how to apply these principles in the flight training environment. 3 lecture hours.

    Speaking Intensive Course
  
  • AFLT 263 - Flight Training Techniques


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 011 , or SAT Reading score of 420 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores, and a grade of C or better in AFLT 181  and AFLT 221 . Corequisite(s): AFLT 261 . Prepares students to successfully complete the Federal Aviation Administration’s Flight Instructor Airplane written examination. Analysis of flight maneuvers, related aerodynamics, and regulations pertaining to flight instruction are studied in detail. 3 lecture hours.

    Reading and Writing Intensive Course
  
  • AFLT 280 - Instrument Flight Instructor–Airplane Rating


    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in AFLT 216 , AFLT 261 , AFLT 263  and AFLT 295  or their equivalent. Designed to include the fundamentals of instrument flight instructing, preparation of materials, effective teaching methods, and analysis of maneuvers to prepare students for the FAA instrument flight instructor certificate. Includes 25 hours dual instruction and 20 hours ground discussion. In addition, to the required flight time, students may complete the FAA practical flight test. 3 lecture/laboratory hours.

  
  • AFLT 285 - ATC Procedures and Weather


    3 hrs (Sem, I, II)
    This course will provide an introduction to weather theory and data interpretation as it relates to aviation, and more specifically, flight operations, air traffic control, and aircraft dispatching. Weather chart interpretation, surface weather observations, forecasting methods, and aviation weather reports as they relate to these particular subject areas will be studied. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • AFLT 292 - Precision Flight Maneuvers


    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Designed to introduce students to precision aerobatic flight. The maneuvers will include but are not limited to spins, hammerhead stalls, snap rolls, slow rolls and loops. Emphasis will be placed on students developing a higher degree of coordination and on learning the capabilities of their airplane in a maximum performance situation. There will be 10 hours dual flight instruction and 5 hours ground instruction on Federal Aviation Administration Regulations requirements for acrobatic flight, performance of maneuvers, and flight safety. 1 lecture/laboratory hour.

  
  • AFLT 293 - Tail Wheel Endorsement


    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Prerequisite(s): Possess a Commercial Pilot Certificate. Certain weight restrictions apply. Covers the basic skills and techniques required to master the art of flying tail wheeled aircraft. There will be 5 hours of dual flight instruction and 5 hours of ground instruction. 1 laboratory hour.

  
  • AFLT 295 - Flight Instructor–Airplane Rating


    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Includes 20 dual and solo flight hours and 25 hours ground instruction covering the fundamentals of flight instructing, preparation of materials, effective teaching methods, and analysis of maneuvers to prepare students for the FAA flight instructor certificate. In addition to the required flight time, students may complete the FAA practical flight test. 3 lecture/laboratory hours.

  
  • AFLT 296 - Advanced Flight


    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Covers flight techniques and operational procedures of multi-engine aircraft. Includes 10 hours multi-engine flight training and 13 hours ground instruction. In addition to the required flight time, students may complete the FAA practical flight test. 1.5 lecture/laboratory hours.


Agribusiness

  
  • AGBS 101 - Agribusiness Industries


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    A study of the agriculture industries that are of service to agribusiness. Basic processing of major agricultural products, storage, shipping, grading and merchandising from production to the consumer is examined. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • AGBS 121 - Livestock Evaluation


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course will give students the skills to make decisions based on collected data and observation while increasing their ability to validate their critical thinking. Students will have the opportunity to participate in judging competitions and meeting experts in the livestock industry. Students will have hands-on opportunities to practice their skills and evaluations.

  
  • AGBS 152 - Agricultural Sales


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 011  and ENGL 011 , or SAT Reading score of 420 and SAT Writing score of 440 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores. A basic course in techniques of selling. The role of selling in the agricultural economy, stressing the points and terminology necessary in today’s agriculture. 3 lecture hours.

    Reading, Writing and Speaking Intensive Course
  
  • AGBS 254 - Nutrient Management


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    Understanding the principles of soil fertility and its impact on crops and the farmers financial progress is vital. Students will study fertilizer sources and materials, chemical form of elements in the soil, reactions of fertilizer, determination of fertilizer needs. Students will use computer programs to calculate the cost of inputs in a field and their impact on profits. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • AGBS 260 - Introduction to Precision Ag


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    An introduction to the latest technologies in agriculture. Presentations will cover GPS, guidance systems, collection of field data, and other precision ag applications. Students will study the impact of new technology on the agriculture industry. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • AGBS 264 - Agribusiness Operation


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 011 , or SAT Reading score of 420 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores. This course is designed to study the diverse skills of leadership, management, and human resources specifically needed to oversee an agribusiness operation. 3 lecture hours.

    Reading, Writing and Speaking Intensive Course
  
  • AGBS 271 - John Deere APEX Software


    1 hr (Sem II)
    Setup, navigation, and use of John Deere APEX GIS software for management of precision ag components and review of field collected data. The majority of coursework will be hands on application. 1 lecture hour.

  
  • AGBS 272 - Ag Leader SMS Software


    1 hr (Sem II)
    Setup, navigation, and use of Ag Leader SMS GIS software for management of precision ag components and review of field collected data. The majority of coursework will be hands on application. 1 lecture hour.

  
  • AGBS 273 - FarmWorks Software Suite


    1 hr (Sem II)
    Setup, navigation, and use of FarmWorks Software Suite for management of precision ag components and review of field collected data. The majority of coursework will be hands on application. 1 lecture hour.

  
  • AGBS 280 - Precision Ag Components


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    This class will teach students use and maintenance of various precision ag components including John Deere, Ag Leader, Raven, Rawson, etc…Students will review compatibility and systems troubleshooting. 3 lecture hour.

  
  • AGBS 290 - Applied Precision Ag Technology


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Precision Ag Certificate. Students will develop individual projects based on information learned in precision ag. Projects will demonstrate impact of emerging ag technology on various business models. 3 lecture hours.


Agriculture

  
  • AGRI 100 - Agriculture Lectures


    1 hr (Sem I)
    Important problems and opportunities in the various fields of agriculture for beginning agriculture students. (Purdue Agriculture 101) 1 lecture hour

  
  • AGRI 101 - Introductory Agricultural Business and Economics


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101  and MATH 013 . Farm financial records; analysis of the farm business; factors affecting farm profits; agricultural geography; types of farming and current problems in agricultural economics. (Purdue Ag-Econ 100) 3 lecture hours.

  
  • AGRI 102 - Introduction to Soil Evaluation


    2 hrs (Sem II)
    Introduction to soil morphology, soil characteristics and landscape properties. Students develop skills in determining soil texture, structure, color, parent material, consistence, runoff and drainage. Basic concepts regarding the impact of soil morphology on the use of soils for various purposes will be discussed. Collegiate soil judging is a portion of the subject matter discussed. A field trip to the North American College Teachers of Agriculture (NACTA) Soil Judging Contest is required. 1 lecture hour, 2 laboratory hours.

  
  • AGRI 103 - Fundamentals of Horticulture


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 102  and MATH 013 . Biology and technology involved in production, storage, processing and marketing of horticultural plants and products. (Purdue Hort 102) 3 lecture hours.

    Writing Intensive Course
  
  • AGRI 104 - Crop Production


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101  and MATH 013 . Fundamental principles of crop production and distribution. Introduction to basic soil-plant relations, current field crop production practices, agricultural meteorology, crop physiology, and plant breeding. (Purdue Agronomy 105) 2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours.

    Speaking Intensive Course
  
  • AGRI 106 - Animal Agriculture


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101  and MATH 013 . Importance of livestock in agricultural field; place of meats and animal products in the human diet. (Purdue Animal Science 101) 3 lecture hours.

  
  • AGRI 111 - Soils of the Midwest


    1 hr (Sem I)
    Introduction to soil morphology, soil characteristics and landscape properties. Students develop skills in determining soil texture, structure, color, parent material, consistence, run-off and drainage. Basic concepts regarding the impact of soil morphology on the use of soils for various purposes will be discussed. Collegiate soil judging is a portion of the subject matter discussed. A field trip to the Midwest Soil Judging Contest for 2-year colleges is required. 1 lecture hour.

  
  • AGRI 201 - Management of Business Related to Agriculture


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101  and MATH 013 . Management of non-farm firm with emphasis on business selling to farmers and selling their products. Production; merchandising, advertising and sales promotion; financial management; employee relations; general administrative policy formulation and administration. (Purdue Ag-Econ 330) 3 lecture hours.

  
  • AGRI 202 - Soil Evaluation


    1 hr (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in AGRI 102 . More in depth treatment of soil morphology, soil characteristics, and land use. Collegiate soil judging is a portion of the subject matter discussed. A field trip to the North American College Teachers of Agriculture (NACTA) Soil Judging Contest is required. 3 laboratory hours.

  
  • AGRI 203 - Plant Propagation


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101  and MATH 013 . Theoretical and applied aspects of controlled plant reproduction by sexual and asexual techniques including seeding, budding and grafting, layering, cuttings, separations, division, and tissue culture. Management of plants after propagation. (Purdue Hort 201) 2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours.

  
  • AGRI 204 - Soil Science


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in CHEM 105  and CHEM 105L . Differences in soils; soil genesis; physical, chemical and biological properties of soils, relation of soils to problems of land use and pollution; soil management relative to tillage, erosion, drainage, moisture supply, temperature, aeration, fertility, and plant nutrition. Introduction to fertilizer chemistry and use. (Purdue Agronomy 255) 2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours.

    Writing Intensive Course
  
  • AGRI 206 - Principles of Animal Nutrition


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101  and MATH 013 . Digestive processes, composition of feed stuffs, nutritional requirements, formulation of practical rations for farm animals. (Purdue Animal Science 221) 3 lecture hours.

  
  • AGRI 207 - General Entomology


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    Corequisite(s): BIOL 105  and BIOL 105L . General morphology and physiology of insects, basic ecology and behavioral ecology of the major insect orders. Lab consists of the identification of insect structures; families, including insects used for class collection. Some labs also include field trips to different ecological systems. An insect collection is required. (Purdue Entomology 206/207) 2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours.

  
  • AGRI 208 - Genetics


    4 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in BIOL 105 . Inheritance in populations, organisms, cells and viruses. Major concepts illustrated in lab using appropriate organisms. (Purdue Agronomy 320, 321) 3 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours.

    Reading Intensive Course
  
  • AGRI 225 - Dendrology


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in or a grade of C or better in BIOL 105 /BIOL 105L . Field identification, taxonomy, and ecological characteristics of trees, shrubs, and herbs found in forests, prairies, old fields, and wetlands. (Purdue Forestry 225) 2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours.


Aviation Maintenance Technology

  
  • AMNT 100 - Introduction to Aviation


    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course will provide the student with a broad based introduction to the general aviation industry and current industry information. This will include discussions relative to aircraft manufacturing, airline operations, general aviation, air freight, airport management, and government services. Topics also to be discussed include aviation safety, human factors, regulations, and certifications. 2 lecture hours.

  
  • AMNT 101 - Introduction to Aviation Maintenance


    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This course is offered for students who are entering the Aviation Maintenance Technology program or are interested in learning more about the aspects of aviation maintenance and have limited knowledge of aircraft or aviation maintenance procedures and operations. Basic aerodynamics, applied mathematics, hand tool identification and usage, ground handling and safety, and maintenance shop requirements and practices are covered. 30 lecture/laboratory hours.

  
  • AMNT 102 - General Aviation Maintenance


    4 hrs (Sem I)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009  and MATH 010 , or SAT Reading score of 380 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores. This course covers Federal Aviation regulations, weight and balance ground operations, forms and records. 120 total lecture/laboratory hours.

  
  • AMNT 103 - Basic Aircraft Science


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course will introduce the student to the basics of aerodynamics, theory of flight, aircraft nomenclature, airfoil design and testing, aircraft manufacturing and maintenance, weight and balance, and fundamentals of aviation industry regulations. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • AMNT 104 - Introduction to Electricity


    4 hrs (Sem I)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009  and MATH 010 , or SAT Reading score of 380 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores. This course introduces students to the basic theorems of AC, DC, digital circuits, and multimeter usage and aircraft batteries. Students will build a project. 120 total lecture/laboratory hours.

  
  • AMNT 106 - Materials, Processes and Welding


    4 hrs (Sem I)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009  and MATH 010 , or SAT Reading score of 380 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores. This course familiarizes students with popular non-destructive testing methods, aircraft paint and refinishing systems, and the basics of aircraft welding. 120 total lecture/ laboratory hours.

  
  • AMNT 107 - Hydraulics and Pneumatics


    4 hrs (Sem I)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009  and MATH 010 , or SAT Reading score of 380 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores. This course covers fabrication of fluid lines and fittings, principles of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Also covers aircraft landing gear systems, tires, wheels and brakes. 120 total lecture/laboratory hours.

  
  • AMNT 162 - Aircraft Sheetmetal


    4 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009  and MATH 010 , or SAT Reading score of 380 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores. This course introduces students to various techniques of fabrication and repair of aircraft sheetmetal structures. 120 total lecture/laboratory hours.

  
  • AMNT 164 - Aircraft Systems


    4 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009  and MATH 010 , or SAT Reading score of 380 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores. This course introduces students to aircraft environmental, fuel, ice and rain, and fire protection systems. 120 total lecture/laboratory hours.

  
  • AMNT 166 - Composite and Nonmetallic Structures


    4 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009  and MATH 010 , or SAT Reading score of 380 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores. This course familiarizes students with laminated and bonded material construction, repair and fabrication. 120 total lecture/laboratory hours.

  
  • AMNT 167 - Aircraft Electrical


    4 hrs (Sem II)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in AMNT 104 . This course examines the various electrical systems and components used in aircraft installations, including instrumentation, navigation, and communications systems. Electrical systems troubleshooting, maintenance and repair will be covered. 120 total lecture/laboratory hours.

  
  • AMNT 190 - Boeing 737 General Familiarization


    2 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in AMNT 102 , AMNT 104 , AMNT 106 , and AMNT 164 . This course introduces the student to the specifications, systems, and ground handling procedures of a Boeing 737-200 airliner. Proper use and interface of ground support equipment, maintenance manuals, and specific safety issues will be emphasized. Limited enrollment. Offered only at the Indianapolis Aviation Technology Center. 40 lecture/ laboratory hours.

  
  • AMNT 192 - Boeing 757 General Familiarization


    2 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in AMNT 102 , AMNT 104 , AMNT 106 , and AMNT 164 . This course introduces the student to the specifications, systems, and ground handling procedures of a Boeing 757 airliner. Proper use and interface of ground support equipment, maintenance manuals, and specific safety issues will be emphasized. Limited enrollment. Offered only at the Indianapolis Aviation Technology Center. 40 lecture/laboratory hours.

  
  • AMNT 194 - Boeing 727 General Familiarization


    2 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in AMNT 102 , AMNT 104 , AMNT 106 , and AMNT 164 . This course introduces the student to the specifications, systems, and ground handling procedures of a Boeing 727 airliner. Proper use and interface of ground support equipment, maintenance manuals, and specific safety issues will be emphasized. Limited enrollment. Offered only at the Indianapolis Aviation Technology Center. 40 lecture/laboratory hours.

  
  • AMNT 196 - Airbus A320 General Familiarization


    2 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in AMNT 102 , AMNT 104 , AMNT 106 , and AMNT 164 . This course introduces the student to the specifications, systems, and ground handling procedures of an Airbus A320 airliner. Proper use and interface of ground support equipment, maintenance manuals, and specific safety issues will be emphasized. Limited enrollment. Offered only at the Indianapolis Aviation Technology Center. 40 lecture/laboratory hours.

  
  • AMNT 198 - McDonnell Douglas DC-9 General Familiarization


    2 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in AMNT 102 , AMNT 104 , AMNT 106 , and AMNT 164 . This course introduces the student to the specifications, systems, and ground handling procedures of a McDonnell Douglas DC-9 airliner. Proper use and interface of ground support equipment, maintenance manuals, and specific safety issues will be emphasized. Limited enrollment. Offered only at the Indianapolis Aviation Technology Center. 40 lecture/laboratory hours.

  
  • AMNT 202 - Powerplant Fuel and Induction Systems


    4 hrs (Sem I)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009  and MATH 010 , or SAT Reading score of 380 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores. This course familiarizes students with fuel metering systems and induction systems including supercharging, turbocharging, and airflow principals. 120 total lecture/laboratory hours.

 

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