May 02, 2024  
College Catalog 2022-2023 
    
College Catalog 2022-2023 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Human Services

  
  • HUM 263 Human Services Field Instruction and Seminar II

    Credits: (3)
    This course is an optional second-level field internship. The in-depth learning experience builds on the competencies of the first level and allows students to further develop their knowledge base of Human Services, Social Work, Counseling, or Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counseling practice. Students will complete a 100-hour field placement at a site approved by the department. A medical exam, tuberculin test, background check and/or fingerprint review may be required. Prerequisite(s): HUM 164  or permission of instructor.

  
  • HUM 265 Aging and the Family

    Credits: (3)
    This course is an introduction and overview of the process of aging, including interactions among the biological, psychological, social, and economic aspects of aging in our society. Areas such as nutrition, health, housing, employment, and retirement will be explored with an emphasis on the interdependence of all these areas. The present status of the elderly and possible changes that might prevent or remedy the problems they face in today’s society will be discussed. Prerequisite(s): HUM 150  or permission of instructor.

  
  • HUM 267 Families in Crisis: Human Services Intervention

    Credits: (3)
    This course will introduce a study of families in crisis using intervention dynamics as the major treatment methodology. Focus is on specific developments and situational crises, which interfere with family functioning and coping abilities. The course will discuss social services, institutional services, and the role of the crisis counselor.

  
  • HUM 269 Social Work and People With Disabilities

    Credits: (3)
    This course will include a brief history of disabilities in our society, with definitions and discussion of various disability groupings, providers, services and interventions as well as many of the current issues that individuals with impairments and disabilities face today. It considers the impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1900 (ADA) and its effect on public awareness and attitudes. Prerequisite(s): HUM 150  or HUM 145 .

  
  • HUM 270 Assertiveness Training

    Credits: (1)
    This course helps students develop assertive skills for use in personal, professional, and social settings. Students will learn how to express their needs, address conflict, and assert their rights through clear, honest, and respectful interactions with others.


Integrated Learning Studies

  
  • ILS 093 Introduction to Integrated Learning

    Credits: (3EQ)
    This course is designed to help students become active readers while developing reading skills necessary for effective college-level reading. Emphasis is given to paraphrasing, outlining, and summarizing. Reading selections, including literature, nonfiction texts, selections from textbooks, and articles in various academic disciplines, are used as models to help students to read, comprehend, and derive meaning more efficiently. Students learn to use active reading techniques to develop an academic vocabulary and improve their comprehension on both the literal and inferential levels. Co-requisite(s): ILS 093L .

  
  • ILS 093L Introduction to Integrated Learning Lab

    Credits: (1EQ)
    This one-hour-a-week lab is designed to support instruction specific to ILS 093 , Introduction to Integrated Learning. Students will work one-on-one or in a small group with a tutor to identify skill gaps and improve their vocabulary and reading comprehension skills. Students will learn and reinforce active reading strategies to develop an academic vocabulary by focusing on efficient methods of deriving meaning from context and by using roots and affixes. The focus will be on improving reading comprehension in a variety of literary genres, with an emphasis on paraphrasing, summarizing and understanding author’s tone and purpose. Literal and inferential meaning will also be discusssed. Co-requisite(s): ILS 093 .

  
  • ILS 140 Integrated Learning Seminar: Health Science

    Credits: (3)
    Designed specifically for students planning on a career in the health sciences, this course focuses on learning strategies and vocabulary in health science content areas. Through participation in a variety of activities designed to empower students to meet life-career goals, ILS 140  – Integrated Learning Seminar: Health Science, creates an educational environment that fosters an appreciation for knowledge and study skills, research strategies, and ultimately student success. Students will become more efficient learners, self-aware with respect to academic and personal goals, and confident in their ability to manage academic challenges. The specialized vocabulary component focuses on developing knowledge of Greek and Latin roots and affixes, as well as vocabulary from current health science readings. This course was formerly titled RDG 140.

    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • ILS 141 Advanced Integrated Learning Seminar: Health Science

    Credits: (3)
    This course is designed primarily for health science students and is a continuation of ILS 140, Integrated Learning Seminar: Health Science. Approximately one third of the course will be devoted to the development of critical reading strategies that will maximize the health science student’s efficiency and effectiveness in reading and understanding demanding texts in the health science fields. Approximately one third will be devoted to the development of advanced learning strategies as they apply to science courses. Approximately one third will deal with developing and using the specialized vocabulary of the health sciences.  Prerequisite(s): ILS 140 . This course was formerly titled RDG 141.

    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • ILS 153 Integrated Learning Seminar

    Credits: (3)
    This course presents techniques that help students cope successfully with the demands of college. Through participation in a variety of unique activities designed to empower students to meet life-career goals, ILS 153 – Integrated Learning Seminar creates an educational environment that fosters an appreciation for knowledge and study skills, research strategies, and ultimately student success. Students will become more efficient learners, self-aware with respect to academic and personal goals, and confident in their ability to manage academic challenges. This course was formerly titled RDG 153.

    Designation(s): Liberal Arts

Interior Design

  
  • IND 101 Exploring Sustainability, Design, and The Built Environment

    Credits: (3)
    This course is an exploration of global built environments, with a focus on explaining significant design styles, movements, and trends within the context of the arts, politics, technology, business, the sciences, the social sciences, and an emphasis on sustainability. Using an interdisciplinary approach, the course discusses the recent history of design in the built environment - what has impacted it and why. It is part of the three-course foundation for all Architecture and Interior Design students and is also a Liberal Arts elective. Prerequisite(s): ARH/IND major.

    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • IND 110 Foundation Studio 1

    Credits: (4)
    This foundation studio in graphic communications will be used to explore design principles. Freehand and digital techniques will be introduced that help the student appreciate forms, texture and composition. Instruction will be given in pencil techniques, perspective principles, and the use of digital tools. This course will develop the required graphic skills to prepare architecture and interior design students for the next three semesters of course work. Co-requisite(s): ARH 101 /IND 101  and ARH 170 /IND 170 . This class meets 6 hours per week.

    SUNY General Education Category: The Arts
  
  • IND 111 Design Studio 2

    Credits: (4)


    Students in this course begin to explore elements of design and their relationships in three-dimensional design problems. Design concepts and design process are discussed in detail. Architectural and interior design concepts of space, organizations, circulation, scale, structure, volume, massing, fenestration and materials are analyzed and discussed. This class meets 6 hours per week. A laptop computer is required (must meet department standards for software and processing speed). Prerequisites: ARH/IND 101, ARH/IND 110, and ARH/IND 170;

    co-requisites: ARH/IND 120, ARH/IND 140, and ARH/IND 171, or permission of department. Prerequisite(s): ARH 101 /IND 101 , ARH 110 /IND 110 , and ARH 170 /IND 170 . Co-requisite(s): ARH 120 /IND 120 , ARH 140 /IND 140 , and ARH 171 /IND 171 , or permission of department.

    SUNY General Education Category: The Arts

  
  • IND 120 Drafting Studio 1: Wood Frame

    Credits: (3)
    This course will develop basic architectural drafting skills (digital and manual). The student will demonstrate an understanding of these skills through the development of a set of architectural drawings for a wood frame house or similar structure. Prerequisite(s): ARH 101 /IND 101 , ARH 110 /IND 110 , and ARH 170 /IND 170 ; Co-requisite(s): ARH 140 /IND 140  or permission of department. This class meets 4 hours per week.

  
  • IND 140 Wood Frame Construction

    Credits: (3)
    This is a lecture course covering the materials and methods of contemporary residential construction, including sustainability and the latest building science. The characteristics, properties, performance and application of materials and systems used in wood frame construction will be discussed.

  
  • IND 170 Technology: Design and Production

    Credits: (3)
    This course will develop the technology skills required for architecture and interior design students. The students will learn how to create, modify, communicate, collaborate, transmit and present solutions to problems using specific software applications including AutoCAD, SketchUp, College Course Management System and PowerPoint.  Prerequisite(s):
      Co-requisite(s): ARH 101 /IND 101  and ARH 110 /IND 110 , or permission of department.

  
  • IND 171 Technology: Design and Production II

    Credits: (3)
    This course will continue to develop students’ digital two-dimensional and three-dimensional design and presentation skills necessary for architecture and interior design projects. Students will expand their knowledge or modeling, rendering, compositing, and the workflow necessary to generate effective visual representations of their designs. Prerequisite(s): ARH 170 /IND 170  and ARH 110 /IND 110 . Co-requisite(s): ARH 111 /IND 111  or permission of department.

  
  • IND 215 Design Studio: Commercial

    Credits: (4)
    Students are expected to apply their knowledge of basic design principles, concepts, and processes to analyze and solve commercial interior design problems. Students study and apply principles of programming, concept getting, space planning, and elements of design, including materials and finishes selections, to create functional, attractive, accessible and sustainable commercial interiors. This design studio course focuses on specific user groups and commercial project types, such as institutional, corporate, and retail. Oral presentation and manual and digital graphic 2D and 3D techniques are utilized to communicate project solutions. This class meets 6 hours per week.  Prerequisite(s): ARH 111 /IND 111 ARH 120 /IND 120 , and ARH 171 /IND 171 . Co-requisite(s): IND 246  or permission of department.

    SUNY General Education Category: The Arts
  
  • IND 216 Design Studio: Residential

    Credits: (4)
    Students are expected to apply their knowledge of basic design principles, concepts, and processes to analyze and solve residential interior design problems. Students study and apply principles of programming, space planning, and elements of design to create functional, attractive, accessible and sustainable residential interiors.  Special emphasis is placed on kitchen and bath design and NKBA guidelines and standards. Oral presentation and manual and digital graphic 2D and 3D techniques are utilized to communicate project solutions. This class meets 6 hours per week.  Prerequisite(s): ARH 111 /IND 111 ARH 120 /IND 120 , and ARH 171 /IND 171 . Co-requisite(s): IND 247  or permission of department.

    SUNY General Education Category: The Arts
  
  • IND 230 History of Architecture and Interiors 1

    Credits: (3)
    This is a survey course that traces developments in design, construction, materials and interiors from Prehistory to the dawn of the Renaissance. The comparative method is used to study the impact of economic, religious, political, sociological and technological developments on resultant building types, architectural forms, interior designs, furnishings and decorative arts.

    SUNY General Education Category: The Arts, Humanities
  
  • IND 231 History of Architecture and Interiors 2

    Credits: (3)
    This is a survey course that traces developments in design, construction, materials and interiors from the dawn of the Renaissance to the present day. The comparative method is used to study the impact of economic, religious, political, sociological and technological developments on resultant building types, architectural forms, interior designs, furnishings and decorative arts.

    SUNY General Education Category: The Arts, Humanities
  
  • IND 240 Residential Interiors

    Credits: (3)
    This course is an introduction to design and decoration of residential interiors. Topics include design principles and elements, approaches, sustainable environments and materials, furniture and decorating styles, fabrics, window treatments, accessories, and business practice. Prerequisite(s): ARH 101 /IND 101 ARH 110 /IND 110  and ARH 170 /IND 170 , or permission of department.

  
  • IND 246 Interior Finish Systems and Furnishings

    Credits: (3)
    This course concentrates on a comparative analysis of commonly used floor, wall, and ceiling finish systems for residential and commercial building interiors. Furnishings, furniture, and office landscape systems will also be discussed as time permits. Co-requisite(s): IND 215 

  
  • IND 247 Kitchen and Bath Fundamentals

    Credits: (3)
    Introduction to the fundamentals of residential kitchen and bath design and construction. The course focuses on three main areas: product knowledge, mechanical/electrical systems, and project/business management. National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) guidelines and standards form the basis of instruction. Prerequisite(s): IND 140  Co-requisite(s): IND 216  Non-interior design students, with the appropriate background, may take this course with permission of the department.

  
  • IND 256 Graphic Communications

    Credits: (3)
    This is an advanced course in perspective rendering. Students are expected to apply perspective drawing skills acquired in ARH 110 /IND 110  to generate color renderings of building interiors and exteriors. Students taking Architectural Design Studio II are encouraged to take this course concurrently and to use their design solutions as a base for required rendering projects in ARH 256 /IND 256. Prerequisite(s): ARH 110 /IND 110  or permission of department.

    SUNY General Education Category: The Arts
  
  • IND 266 Individual Study Project

    Credits: (1)
    Any project suitable for individual or small group self-study, and approved by the department, may be pursued. Student(s) must be highly motivated and self-directive. The instructor will meet weekly with the student(s) and serve as a resource person. A learning contract containing specific educational outcomes that relate to both the project and the field of study is developed between the student(s) and a faculty member. The content of an Individual Study Project must not significantly duplicate material offered in a regularly scheduled course in the department. Open to students who have earned more than 32 credits and have a minimum 3.0 G.P.A. Prerequisite(s): Variable.

  
  • IND 290 Internship in Interior Design

    Credits: (1)
    This course is designed for students in their second year of interior design coursework, giving them an opportunity to obtain real-world experience in the interior design and construction industry. Internships and co-op job opportunities are available throughout the community; however, there is no guarantee of internship placement. The ultimate responsibility for obtaining a placement rests with the student. Assistance is provided by department faculty and Career Services. Internships may be paid or unpaid. A learning contract containing specific educational objectives that relate to both the work experience and academic studies is developed between the student and a faculty internship coordinator. Course requirements include a minimum of 60 hours of work per credit, maintenance of a work journal, and a final paper. Open to IND majors only. Prerequisite(s): Approval of department, minimum G.P.A. of 2.5, and sophomore standing.

  
  • IND 291 Internship in Interior Design

    Credits: (1)
    This course is designed for students in their second year of interior design coursework, giving them an opportunity to obtain real-world experience in the interior design and construction industry. Internships and co-op job opportunities are available throughout the community; however, there is no guarantee of internship placement. The ultimate responsibility for obtaining a placement rests with the student. Assistance is provided by department faculty and Onondaga’s internship office. Internships may be paid or unpaid. A learning contract containing specific educational objectives that relate to both the work experience and academic studies is developed between the student and a faculty internship coordinator. Course requirements include a minimum of 60 hours of work, maintenance of a work journal, and a final paper. Open to IND majors only. Prerequisite(s): Approval of department, minimum G.P.A. of 2.5, sophomore standing.

  
  • IND 292 Internship in Interior Design

    Credits: (1)
    This course is designed for students in their second year of interior design coursework, giving them an opportunity to obtain real-world experience in the interior design and construction industry. Internships and co-op job opportunities are available throughout the community; however, there is no guarantee of internship placement. The ultimate responsibility for obtaining a placement rests with the student. Assistance is provided by department faculty and Career Services. Internships may be paid or unpaid. A learning contract containing specific educational objectives that relate to both the work experience and academic studies is developed between the student and a faculty internship coordinator. Course requirements include a minimum of 60 hours of work per credit, maintenance of a work journal, and a final paper. Open to IND majors only. Prerequisite(s): Approval of department, minimum G.P.A. of 2.5, and sophomore standing.

  
  • IND 293 Internship in Interior Design

    Credits: (2)
    This course is designed for students in their second year of interior design coursework, giving them an opportunity to obtain real-world experience in the interior design and construction industry. Internships and co-op job opportunities are available throughout the community; however, there is no guarantee of internship placement. The ultimate responsibility for obtaining a placement rests with the student. Assistance is provided by department faculty and Career Services. Internships may be paid or unpaid. A learning contract containing specific educational objectives that relate to both the work experience and academic studies is developed between the student and a faculty internship coordinator. Course requirements include a minimum of 120 hours of work, maintenance of a work journal, and a final paper. Open to IND majors only. Prerequisite(s): Approval of department, minimum G.P.A. of 2.5, and sophomore standing.

  
  • IND 294 Internship in Interior Design

    Credits: (3)
    This course is designed for students in their second year of interior design coursework, giving them an opportunity to obtain real-world experience in the interior design and construction industry. Internships and co-op job opportunities are available throughout the community; however, there is no guarantee of internship placement. The ultimate responsibility for obtaining a placement rests with the student. Assistance is provided by department faculty and Career Services. Internships may be paid or unpaid. A learning contract containing specific educational objectives that relate to both the work experience and academic studies is developed between the student and a faculty internship coordinator. Course requirements include a minimum of 180 hours of work, maintenance of a work journal, and a final paper. Open to IND majors only. Prerequisite(s): Approval of department, minimum G.P.A. of 2.5, and sophomore standing.


Italian

  
  • ITA 101 Elementary Italian I

    Credits: (3)
    This course is designed for students with little or no previous knowledge of Italian. Students acquire basic grammar and lexical skills that will enable them to communicate in routine social or professional situations within an authentic cultural context. Topics may include, but are not limited to the following: meeting and greeting, the city, describing people, university life, food, and family. This course also fulfills the Global Awareness and Diversity (GLAD) requirement at OCC. Upon successful completion of ITA 101, students may enroll in ITA 102 .

    SUNY General Education Category: Foreign Language
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • ITA 102 Elementary Italian II

    Credits: (3)
    This course is a sequel to Elementary Italian I. It builds upon the basic grammatical, linguistic, communicative, and cultural concepts learned in ITA 101 . Students learn to communicate in the context of an increasing number of daily life topics. Topics may include, but are not limited to, the following: travel, getting around as a tourist, media, clothing and fashion, housing, and going on vacation. This course also fulfills the Global Awareness and Diversity (GLAD) requirement at OCC. Prerequisite(s): ITA 101  or permission of instructor.

    SUNY General Education Category: Foreign Language
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • ITA 201 Intermediate Italian I

    Credits: (3)
    This dynamic course draws upon previously acquired knowledge, while introducing students to more complex grammatical and lexical structures to further develop communicative proficiency and cultural knowledge. The course is conducted mostly in Italian. Upon successful completion of ITA 201, students may enroll in ITA 202. This course also fulfills the Global Awareness requirement at Onondaga. Prerequisite(s): ITA 102 , four years of high school Italian, or permission of instructor.

    SUNY General Education Category: Foreign Language
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • ITA 202 Intermediate Italian II

    Credits: (3)
    This course is a sequel to Intermediate Italian I. It expands upon complex grammatical and lexical structures. It is conducted entirely in Italian and provides a solid foundation for advanced study. Upon completion of ITA 202, students may enroll in any intermediate-high level course. Students who successfully complete the ITA 202 level have fulfilled their language requirement for the AA in Humanities and Teacher Prep Programs. The three additional credits may be taken in a Humanities elective instead of in a language course. This course also fulfills the Global Awareness requirement at OCC. Prerequisite(s): ITA 201 , 5 years of high school Italian, or permission of instructor.

    SUNY General Education Category: Foreign Language
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

  
  • LBL 101 Introduction to the Liberal Arts

    Credits: (3)


    This course serves as an introduction to the nature, scope, and significance of a liberal arts education. Students will be asked to think carefully about enduring questions related to the human experience: What does it mean for an individual, an action, or a community to be just? What does it mean to be free? What economic and social inequalities have helped shape human history and continue to exist today? Students will encounter enduring, transformative texts that have demonstrated a capacity to speak on these issues to many different kinds of people in many different historical and cultural circumstances.

    In keeping with the interdisciplinary nature of the liberal arts, students will read enduring texts from a number of different academic areas of study (e.g., history, philosophy, literature, politics, anthropology, psychology, sociology, languages). Students will be asked to make connections between issues and themes covered in the texts and their own experiences. As an introductory course in the liberal arts, students will be introduced to the resources available at the college that will allow them to consider these texts and questions in a way that clarifies for them their educational and career goals.

    Designation(s): Liberal Arts


Literatures, Cultures, and Civilizations

  
  • LCC 220 French Literature and Civilization in English I

    Credits: (3)
    A survey of French literature and civilization from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance, examining representative works within the context of artistic, historical and intellectual developments. Lectures and readings in English. This course fulfills the SUNY Gen Ed western civilization requirement as well as the Global Awareness requirement for the A.A. in Humanities and Social Sciences. However, it does NOT fulfill the foreign language requirement for any degree program.

    SUNY General Education Category: Western Civilization
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • LCC 245 Latin American Civilization and Cultures

    Credits: (3)
    This survey course taught in English will increase students’ understanding of the diverse and complex cultures of Latin America through an analysis of the historic, political, and economic forces that have shaped its societies, and by comparing and contrasting their historic and contemporary cultural manifestations to those in other parts of the world.

    SUNY General Education Category: Other World Civilizations
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts

Law Enforcement

  
  • LEC 103 Principles of Law for Law Enforcement Officers

    Credits: (7)
    An introduction to the law as required of candidates. NYS DCJS Topics include: field note taking, communications, case preparation & demeanor in official proceedings, professional traffic stops, interpersonal skills - arrest techniques. Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor. Co-requisite(s): LEC 105 .

  
  • LEC 105 Law Enforcement Procedures

    Credits: (8)
    Teaches police candidates the various topics, knowledge, actions, and procedures required of a police officer. NYS DCJS topics include: observation & patrol, DWI detection & standardized field sobriety testing, crimes in progress, traffic enforcement procedures, arrest processing, report writing, physical evidence, mental illness, and traffic direction & control. Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor. Co-requisite(s): LEC 103 .

  
  • LEC 105L Law Enforcement Procedures - Proficiency

    Credits: (5)
    Students are instructed in the basic physical/psychomotor skills required of a police officer candidate. Students become certified as competent in the areas of arrest techniques, defensive tactics, the use of aerosol and impact devices, riot control formations, emergency vehicle operation, and unusual occurrences/critical incident management.

  
  • LEC 109 Public Safety Investigation Techniques

    Credits: (4)
    Teaches police candidates the various topics, knowledge, actions and procedures required to investigate a crime. NYS DCJS topics include: Preliminary Investigation and Information Development, Interviewing Techniques, Injury & Death Cases, Sex Crimes, Common Criminal Investigation Techniques (Larceny, Auto Theft, Burglary, Robbery, Arson & Electronic Media), Narcotics & Dangerous Drugs, Organized Crime Familiarization/Enterprise Corruption, Missing & Abducted Children / Missing Adult Cases, Animal Abuse Cases, Basic Crash Management & Reporting, Domestic Violence.  Prerequisite(s): LEC 103 LEC 105 , and permission of instructor. Co-requisite(s): LEC 105L LEC 111 , and LEC 120 .

  
  • LEC 111 Community Relations for Public Safety Officers

    Credits: (2)
    Teaches police candidates community relations issues and skills. NYS DCJS topics include: community relations, community resources, services to sex victims and witnesses, crime prevention and crimes against the elderly, ethical awareness issues, cultural diversity, bias related incidents and sexual harassment, persons with disabilities, and contemporary police problems. Prerequisite(s): LEC 103 LEC 105 , and permission of instructor. Co-requisite(s): LEC 105L LEC 109 , and LEC 120 .

  
  • LEC 114 Phase 2 - Basic Course for Police Officers

    Credits: (2)
    Course topics include the proper circumstances and uses of firearms; counter terrorism issues, actions and reactions techniques; command and control issues for first responders; and tactics associated with detecting fraudulent identification documents.

  
  • LEC 114L Phase 2 Laboratory - Basic Course for Police Officers

    Credits: (5)
    Students are instructed in and are certified as competent in the areas of firearms training, counter-terrorism, DWI detection, standard field sobriety testing, and supervised field training review and orientation.

  
  • LEC 120 EMS Certified First Responder

    Credits: (3)
    An introduction to EMS systems. Topics include: patient assessment, airway management, shock/hemorrhage control, trauma orientation, medical emergencies/OB emergencies and cardiology overview/defibrillation/CPR skills. Prerequisite(s): LEC 103 LEC 105 , and permission of instructor. Co-requisite(s): LEC 105L LEC 109 , and LEC 111 .

  
  • LEC 126 Police Supervision

    Credits: (3)
    This course covers those areas pertinent to law enforcement supervision such as administrative procedures, leadership, effective communication, community relations, National Incident Management System and national response plan. The General Municipal Law requires that all first-line supervisory personnel complete this course. This course is open to sworn personnel only.

  
  • LEC 128 Instructor Development for Law Enforcement Officers

    Credits: (2)
    This course will give police personnel the ability to research, prepare, and communicate knowledge in the field of law enforcement. Lessons focus on setting instructional objectives, factors that influence adult learning, communication skills, the instructional process, and methods of evaluating course effectiveness.


Library

  
  • LIB 100 The Art of Inquiry

    Credits: (1)
    A seminar in practical general education with emphasis on such questions/issues as: What is the art of inquiry and how does it relate to the idea of the library? What questions are most worth asking? What does it mean to tend to things artfully? What is the “gift of reading”? This course will be of special value for students who are interested in finding their teachers.

    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • LIB 110 Library Research Skills

    Credits: (1)
    LIB 110 is an introductory library research skills course. Topics include: research topic development, evaluation of resources, using a college library, database search techniques, and citing sources. Students will create a final project based on research found throughout the semester.

  
  • LIB 210 Real-World Research

    Credits: (1)
    Finding information today is easier than it’s ever been before. But can you be sure what you’ve found is accurate? That question forms the basis of LIB 210. Topics include: types of information resources (e.g. Internet, print, etc.); search techniques; primary resources; critical evaluation; copyright and intellectual property issues; and the use and value of libraries and information centers in the twenty-first century. Students will learn how to locate and access high-quality, authoritative information. In addition, students will attain a basic familiarity with primary research methods and interpretation.

    Designation(s): Liberal Arts

Mathematics

  
  • MAT 004 Foundations of Quantitative Reasoning

    Credits: (3 EQ)
    This course focuses on math for everyday life. Topics include numerical reasoning, proportional reasoning, algebraic reasoning, data interpretation, and modeling. There is a strong focus on effective communication of quantitative information. A balance of class discussion and group problems will prepare students for success in solving real-life problem situations in the co-requisite course. Math study skills will also be infused throughout the course. Equivalent credit will not be awarded for this course and MAT 084. Co-requisite(s): MAT 104 .

  
  • MAT 018 Foundations of Statistics

    Credits: (3EQ)
    Through class discussion and group problems, students will reinforce the material covered in the MAT 118  course, including, but not limited to, random sampling, measures of central tendency and dispersion, the normal distribution, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, probability, correlation, and regression. Prerequisite concepts will also be reviewed, including, but not limited to, percents, fractions, rounding rules, evaluation of algebraic expressions, extracting information from tables and graphs, graphing, and interpreting equations of lines. Learning strategies will also be infused throughout the course. Equivalent credit will not be awarded for this course and MAT 084 or MAT 088. Not open to Math/Science  or Engineering Science  majors. A calculator with two-variable statistics capabilities is required. Co-requisite(s): MAT 118 .

  
  • MAT 104 Quantitative Reasoning

    Credits: (3)
    This course focuses on mathematics and statistical reasoning important for decision-making in everyday life. It integrates quantitative literacy with numeracy, mathematical modeling, probability, and statistical thinking. Concepts are investigated with hands-on activities using important medical, environmental, and financial examples. Communicating mathematics and using appropriate technologies will also be developed in this courses.

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 109 Intermediate Algebra for Advanced Manufacturing/Mechanical Technology Programs

    Credits: (4)
    This is a class designed to fulfill the mathematics requirement for the Advanced Manufacturing - Machining Certificate program and satisfy the prerequisite for the mathematics requirement for the Mechanical Technology A.A.S. degree program. Topics include solving linear equations and inequalities, graphs, functions, systems of equations, polynomials and polynomial functions, factoring, rational expressions and equations, radical expressions and equations, geometric concepts, quadratic equations, and right triangle trigonometry. A focus on mathematical applications pertaining to the Advanced Manufacturing curriculum will be prevalent throughout the course. This course may not be applicable as math credit for other departments without departmental permission. This course will not count toward any elective credit for Math-Science. Credit will not be awarded for this course and MAT 114 . For Advanced Manufacturing - Machining Certificate and Mechanical Technology A.A.S. Program students only.

  
  • MAT 112 Nature of Mathematics

    Credits: (3)
    The purpose of this course is to improve problem-solving skills and extend students’ understanding of the nature of mathematics. The topics will include: problem-solving, number theory, Euclidean and Non-Euclidean geometry, the concept of infinity, and optional topics chosen from probability, topology, chaos, and fractals. This course is primarily for liberal arts students entering fields of study that do not have a strong mathematical emphasis. 

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 112H Honors Nature of Mathematics

    Credits: (3)
    The purpose of this course is to improve problem-solving skills and extend students’ understanding of the nature of mathematics. The topics will include: problem-solving, number theory, Euclidean and Non-Euclidean geometry, the concept of infinity, and optional topics chosen from probability, topology, chaos and fractals. This course is primarily for liberal arts students entering fields of study which do not have a strong mathematical emphasis. Open to Honors College students only.

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 113 Contemporary Mathematics

    Credits: (3)
    The purpose of this course is to show a direct connection between mathematics and concrete real-life problems. Topics will include voting theory, routing problems (graph theory), and either scheduling, fair division, or apportionment. This is a course primarily for liberal arts students entering fields of study that do not have a strong mathematical emphasis. Participation in group work is required for classroom sections.

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 114 Intermediate Algebra With Applications

    Credits: (4)
    Topics include solving linear equations and inequalities, graphs, functions, polynomials and polynomial functions, factoring, rational expressions and equations, radical expressions and equations, quadratic equations, graphs of parent functions, right triangle trigonometry, and applications. This course will not count toward any elective credit for Math/Science majors. A scientific calculator is required, or a graphing calculator is recommended for STEM majors.

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 115 Modeling for Decision Making

    Credits: (3)
    Linear systems, matrices, linear programming, mathematics of finance, counting procedures, sets, probability, functions, exponents. Use of specific technology will be required. Not open to Math/Science students. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in Intermediate Algebra (MAT 114 ) or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 116 Decision Making With Calculus

    Credits: (3)
    This is the second of a two-semester sequence designed for business transfer and Computer Information Systems (CIS) students. Topics include: limits, instantaneous rates of change, differentiation, exponential and logarithmic functions, antiderivatives, indefinite integrals, definite integrals, and applications to business, managerial and social sciences. Not open to Math/Science majors. Prerequisite(s): MAT 115  or MAT 143 .

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 118 Exploring Statistics

    Credits: (3)
    This is an introductory statistics course for non-STEM majors. Topics include: random sampling, graphical displays of data, measures of central tendency and dispersion, normal distribution, standard scores, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, Student t distribution, two-way tables, probability, correlation and regression. Not open to Math/Science or Engineering Science majors or to anyone having earned credit in MAT 151  or BUS 219 . A calculator with two-variable statistics capabilities may be required.  Prerequisite(s): MAT 004  or MAT 018  (recommended), or higher, placement into college-level mathematics, or permission of instructor. 

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 119 Mathematics for Technical Disciplines I

    Credits: (4)
    This is the first course in a two-semester sequence of dimensional analysis, intermediate algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and graphs, with an understanding of basic statistics. Topics included in MAT 119 are: scientific and engineering notation, significant figures, unit conversion, fundamental concepts of algebra, functions and graphs, solving linear, quadratic and higher order equations, systems of equations, right triangle trigonometry and basic statistics. The graphing calculator will be used throughout the course. This course is intended for technical majors. When completed, the MAT 119 and MAT 120  two course sequence fulfills the prerequisite for Calculus (MAT 161 ). Prerequisite(s): C or higher in Intermediate Algebra (MAT 114 ) or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 120 Mathematics for Technical Disciplines II

    Credits: (3)
    This is the second course in a two-semester sequence of dimensional analysis, intermediate algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and graphs, with an understanding of basic statistics. Topics included in MAT 120 are: trigonometry (including identities), logarithms, exponential and logarithmic equations, variation, graphing with log and semi-log scales, and a brief introduction to and interpretation of the differentiation of polynomials. The graphing calculator will be used throughout the course. This course is intended for technical majors. Students who successfully complete MAT 120 will have the prerequisite to enter Calculus (MAT 161 ). Prerequisite(s): C or higher in Mathematics For Technical Disciplines I (MAT 119 ) or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 121 Math for Elementary Teachers

    Credits: (4)
    This course is the first of a two-semester sequence designed for the prospective B-2, 1-6, 5-9, and B-6 teacher. Students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution in Early Childhood or Middle Childhood Education should take this course and MAT 122 . Students will develop an understanding of the mathematical curriculum recommended by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) Standards. Topics include: sets, numeration systems, whole numbers, integers, rational numbers, real numbers, and number theory. A hands-on, problem-solving, technology-based approach will be emphasized throughout this course. Successful completion of the MAT 121 Competency Test is required prior to taking the final exam. A grade of 60% or better is required on the cumulative final exam to pass the class. This course fulfills the math requirements for General Studies, Humanities, and Early Childhood/Childhood Education only.

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 122 Mathematics for the Elementary School Teacher: Problem Solving II

    Credits: (4)
    This course is the second of a two-semester sequence designed for the prospective B-2, 1-6, 5-8, and B-6 teacher. Students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution in Early Childhood or Middle Childhood Education should take MAT 121  and this course. Students will develop a comprehensive understanding of the mathematical curriculum recommended by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics’ (NCTM) Standards. Topics include: geometry, probability, statistics, and the metric system. A hands-on problem-solving technology-based approach will be emphasized throughout the course. This course fulfills the math requirement for General Studies, Humanities, and Human Services only. Prerequisite(s): MAT 121 .

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 142 Trigonometric Functions

    Credits: (1)
    This course provides a functions (circular) approach to the study of trigonometry. Topics include unit circle, radian measure, identities and proofs, multiple and half angle formulas, inverse trigonometric functions, and solving trigonometric equations. Graphing calculator use is required. Prerequisite(s): Intermediate Algebra, College Algebra, or permission of department.

    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 143 Pre-Calculus With Trigonometry

    Credits: (4)
    This course is designed to provide the necessary foundation for a standard calculus course. Topics include absolute value and quadratic inequalities, functions and their equations, exponential and logarithmic functions and their applications, right triangle trigonometry, law of sines and law of cosines, trigonometric functions (circular) and their inverses, trigonometric identities and equations, addition and multiple angle formulas, and binomial theorem. Graphing calculator use is required. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in Intermediate Algebra (MAT 114 ), College Algebra, or permission of instructor.

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 151 Statistics I

    Credits: (4)
    Topics covering the descriptive and inferential aspects of statistics will include: frequency distribution, graphs, measures of central tendency and dispersion, linear correlation and regression, probability, probability distributions, binomial and normal distributions, introduction to sampling theory, estimation theory, and hypothesis testing. Computer software will be used. A graphing calculator with specific statistical capabilities will be required for this course. Credit will not be given for both MAT 151 and BUS 219 . Prerequisite(s): MAT 116 , MAT 143 , or permission of instructor.

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 152 Statistics II

    Credits: (3)
    A continuation of Statistics I to include the topics two-sample analysis, linear and multiple regression, correlation, analysis of variance, non-parametric statistics and Chi-square goodness of fit. Time series analysis and/or statistical process control as time permits. Computer software and graphing calculator applications will be an integral component of this course. A graphing calculator with specific statistical capabilities will be required. Credit will not be given for both MAT 152 and BUS 220 . Prerequisite(s): MAT 151  or BUS 219  or equivalent.

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 161 Calculus I

    Credits: (4)
    This is a first course in calculus for students in mathematics, science, computer science and engineering. Topics include basic analytic geometry, functions, limits and continuity, derivatives of algebraic and trigonometric functions, chain rule, implicit differentiation, antiderivatives, definite integrals, Fundamental Theorem, applications of derivatives and integrals. Graphing calculator use is required. Prerequisite(s): Four years of college-preparatory mathematics (including trigonometry) or a C or better in Precalculus with Trigonometry (MAT 143 ) or Mathematics for Technical Disciplines II (MAT 120 ) or permission of instructor.

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 162 Calculus II

    Credits: (4)
    A second course in calculus for students in mathematics, science, and engineering. Applications of integrals; derivatives and integrals of exponential, logarithmic, and inverse trigonometric functions; indeterminate forms and L’Hôpital’s rule; techniques of integration; improper integrals; numerical integration; infinite series; conic sections; parametric equations; polar coordinates and polar graphs. Graphing calculator use is required. Prerequisite(s): MAT 161 Calculus I , or equivalent.

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 241 Linear Algebra

    Credits: (3)
    This elective for Engineering, Computer Science, and Liberal Arts and Sciences: Mathematics and Science majors introduces students to the deductive style of higher-level mathematics courses. Topics include systems of linear equations, matrices, real vector spaces, subspaces, linear independence, basis, dimension, row and column space of a matrix, linear transformations, kernel, range, matrix of a linear transformation, determinants, eigenvalues, and eigenvectors, and Gram-Schmidt Process. Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in Calculus I (MAT 161 ) or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 251 Discrete Mathematics

    Credits: (3)
    This course covers the study of set theory, logic, techniques of proof, basic number theory, functions, relations, algorithms, combinatorics, partitions, recurrence relations, induction, and recursion. Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in Calculus I (MAT 161 ) or permission of instructor.

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 263 Calculus III

    Credits: (4)
    The following topics are studied: vectors, vector functions, 3-dimensional analytic geometry, partial derivatives, total differentials, gradients, multiple integrals, line integrals, Green’s theorem, Stokes’s theorem. Prerequisite(s): MAT 162 .

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts
  
  • MAT 264 Differential Equations

    Credits: (4)
    A course designed primarily for Math/Science and Engineering majors. Topics include: definitions, first-order differential equations, linear equations of order two and higher, Laplace transforms, series solutions, systems of differential equations, numerical solution methods, modeling applications. Prerequisite(s): MAT 162 .

    SUNY General Education Category: Mathematics
    Designation(s): Liberal Arts

Mechanical Technology

  
  • MET 150 Introduction to Engineering

    Credits: (3)
    This course is an introduction to the engineering discipline/profession. Topics covered will include an introduction to the various types of engineering majors and professions, engineering design and analysis methods, elementary engineering statistics and data analysis, computer literacy, working in a team setting, oral and written communications, use of practical engineering tools, and engineering ethics. Coverage of computer literacy may include word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software, graphical applications software (CAD or solid modeling), scientific programming, and mathematical or laboratory software applications.

  
  • MET 151 Machine Tools

    Credits: (3)
    A study of basic theory and laboratory experiences for lathes, milling, drilling, grinding, bench work, and shaping operations. Study of cutting speeds, surfact finishes as well as machine cababilities is included. Two class hours and a three hour laboratory.

  
  • MET 152 Machine Tools

    Credits: (3)
    A continuation of MET 151 . Additional theory and laboratory experiences include: milling, attachments, broaching, machine tooling, tapers, heat treating, metal finishes, and inspection. Also basic programming and operations of numerical control equipment. The basic applications of jigs and fixtures. Prerequisite(s): MET 151  or permission of instructor. Two class hours and laboratory.

  
  • MET 153 Introduction to Modern Manufacturing

    Credits: (3)
    This course compares traditional manufacturing to modern manufacturing. Elements of Kaizen, Delivery, Accelerated Lead Time Reduction, and Work Place Organization, along with their applications are studied. Pull Systems, Cellular Manufacturing, Statistical Process Control, and Value Stream Mapping are also investigated. Each is studied as to how they relate to one another and the total process of modern manufacturing.

  
  • MET 161 Engineering Drawing I

    Credits: (3)
    This course is designed to prepare students with the necessary skills to interpret and construct engineering drawings. Lectures address such topics as drawing interpretation, orthographic projection systems, dimensioning, geometric dimensioning, and tolerancing, while laboratory sessions give the students practice in drawing creation. Two class hours and three laboratory hours per week.

  
  • MET 171 Manufacturing Processes

    Credits: (3)
    This course covers the principles and procedures of various manufacturing processes used in modern industries. Material selection and machine tools required for the processes are emphasized. Two class hours and a three-hour lab per week.

  
  • MET 251 Appl Strength/Materials

    Credits: (4)
    This course is a study of basic stress-strain analysis as applied to mechanical members. Topics include stress-strain relationships, co-planar force systems, stress in trusses, deformation, shear, torsion, bending moments, centroids, moments of inertia, and deflection of beams. Prerequisite(s): MAT 120  or higher, or permission of instructor. Three class hours and three laboratory hours per week.

  
  • MET 252 Physical Metallurgy

    Credits: (3)
    Provides a sound foundation of learning in the area of properties and microstructures of the important ferrous and nonferrous alloys. Also provides a firm foundation relative to the understanding of internal metallic structures of metals. The contents of the course include: metallic structures, the unit cell, atomic radius, planer density, effects of stress and temperature on simple metal structures, ferrous alloys (steel, superalloys, cast iron, ductile iron, malleable iron), phase diagrams, aluminum alloys, heat treatment of metals. Prerequisite(s): MAT 119  or higher or permission of instructor. Two class hours, three lab hours.

  
  • MET 254 Numerical Control Programming

    Credits: (3)
    This course is designed to prepare students with the necessary skills to program NC and CNC controlled machine tools. Successful students will be able to demonstrate both basic skills of CNC programming and the application of these skills to a level of sophistication appropriate for second year students. Lectures address such topics as drawing interpretation, program formats, input media, subroutines, canned cycles, and tooling, while the laboratory sessions give the students practice in programming learned techniques. Prerequisite(s): MET 151  or permission of instructor. Two class hours and three laboratory hours.

  
  • MET 270 Solid Modeling

    Credits: (4)
    This course is designed to acquaint students with parametric computer-aided design software. Utilizing state-of-the-art software, students will be introduced to the manipulation of basic commands necessary to construct three-dimensional models, including datum plane creation, extrusions, cuts, sweeps, and blends.

  
  • MET 275 Engineering Computations

    Credits: (3)
    This course is designed to introduce students to the concepts of Engineering Computations while utilizing contemporary spreadsheet and MATLAB software. Topics include computational theory, number representation (scalars, arrays, and matrices), and programming constructs such as algorithm development and flow-charting. Root finding, matrix methods, simultaneous equations, numerical integration, and optimization will also be discussed. Prerequisite(s): MAT 120  or higher, or permission of instructor.

  
  • MET 291 Cooperative Education

    Credits: (3)
    Designed to provide work experience directly related to the student’s field of study. A learning contract, containing specific educational objectives related to the work experience and the student’s field of study, is developed by the student and the faculty co-op coordinator. Course requirements include a minimum of 180 hours of work in the student’s field of study, maintenance of a work journal to record hours worked and duties performed, and a final paper. This will allow the student to earn three credit hours. The student’s performance will be evaluated by the faculty co-op coordinator on the basis of meeting the objectives in the learning contract and satisfactory evaluations by the employer.


Music

  
  • MUS 065 Music Fundamentals

    Credits: (1 EQ)
    This course will help students who have some prior experience in music theory but need support to excel. The focus will be on the mastery of music notation, music reading, simple intervals, triads, key signatures, and major and minor scales. This course supplements MUS 101T . Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 066 Beginning Music Reading I

    Credits: (1EQ)
    This is an introductory course for Music Reading (MUS 101R ). Course content includes instruction in the recognition/performance of rhythms, pitches, meters, and notational systems

  
  • MUS 067 Beginning Music Reading II

    Credits: (1EQ)
    This is an introductory course for Music Reading. This course is a continuation of MUS 066 , which includes instruction in the recognition/performance of rhythms, pitches, and meters.  Prerequisite(s): MUS 066 .

  
  • MUS 100A Convocation

    Credits: (1)
    This course will provide professional concerts to help build strong professional music attitudes concerning repertoire and performance. Additionally, this course will provide performing opportunities for soloists or groups presenting professional level concerts. It will also raise the level of professional musical consciousness for many performing mediums and studies.

  
  • MUS 100B Convocation

    Credits: (1)
    This course will provide professional concerts to help build strong professional music attitudes concerning repertoire and performance. Additionally, this course will provide performing opportunities for soloists or groups presenting professional level concerts. It will also raise the level of professional musical consciousness for many performing mediums and studies.

  
  • MUS 100C Convocation

    Credits: (1)
    This course will provide professional concerts to help build strong professional music attitudes concerning repertoire and performance. Additionally, this course will provide performing opportunities for soloists or groups presenting professional level concerts. It will also raise the level of professional musical consciousness for many performing mediums and studies.

  
  • MUS 100D Convocation

    Credits: (1)
    This course will provide professional concerts to help build strong professional music attitudes concerning repertoire and performance. Additionally, this course will provide performing opportunities for soloists or groups presenting professional level concerts. It will also raise the level of professional musical consciousness for many performing mediums and studies.

  
  • MUS 101D Diction for Singers

    Credits: (3)
    A basic study of French, German and Italian diction with practical application to singing. Students must be enrolled as vocal majors in the Music Department at Onondaga Community College.

  
  • MUS 101K Keyboard Harmony

    Credits: (1)
    The goal of this course is to familiarize students with fundamental concepts involved in harmonizing melodies at the piano, particularly as those concepts apply to playing from a “lead sheet” (i.e., melodies with chord symbols) and to develop the necessary skill to harmonize simple melodies without chord symbols.

  
  • MUS 101R Music Reading I

    Credits: (1)
    Music Reading courses (MUS 101R, 102R , 201R , and 202R ) are four-semester sequenced aural skills courses designed for music majors looking to transfer to four-year music schools. Topics included in MUS 101R are singing prepared melodic examples using solfeggio syllables, singing unprepared melodies (sight singing), performing rhythmic exercises, and melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic dictation. Prerequisite(s): Music Theory placement exam. Co-requisite(s): MUS 101T  or permission of instructor.

  
  • MUS 101T Music Theory I

    Credits: (3)
    This course covers notation, scales (major, minor, and chromatic), tempo designations, intervals, triads, seventh chords, modes, figured bass, and species counterpoint. Prerequisite(s): Music Theory placement exam and permission of instructor. Co-requisite(s): MUS 101R .

    SUNY General Education Category: The Arts
  
  • MUS 102K Keyboard Harmony

    Credits: (1)
    This course will familiarize students with certain fundamental concepts involved in harmonizing melodies at the piano, particularly as these concepts apply to playing from “lead sheets” (melodies with chord symbols) and to develop the ability to harmonize simple melodies without chord symbols.

 

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